EVENTS

Compiled by Jason Gelt 32nd Annual Super Bowl Sunday 10K and 5K Run/Walk Celebrate football’s biggest day by burning calories rather than accumulating them. Skip the chips and dip in favor of an energetic, family friendly race course that provides fresh air and picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean. Redondo Beach Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Way, Los Angeles. Today, 6 a.m.-noon. $30 registration. (909) 399-3553.

PCC Flea Market More than 500 vendors gather on the first Sunday of every month to sell everything from antiques, collectibles, books, toys, clothes and more. Vinyl record enthusiasts will delight in the more than 50 used-record and music sellers, located on the third floor of the parking structure. www.pasadena.edu. Pasadena City College, 1570 E. Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles. Today, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (626) 585-7906.

Historic Hollywood Boulevard Walking Tour Hollywood Heritage presents this two-hour, weekly trek through classic Tinseltown from a preservationist point of view. Convenient to MetroRail. Weather permitting. Hollywood Area. Today, next Sun.9 a.m. $5-$10. (323) 465-6716.

Melrose Trading Post More than 200 eclectic vendors sell everything from records, to furniture, and arts and crafts and more in the Fairfax High parking lot. Also features food vendors and live entertainment. www.melrosetradingpost.org. Fairfax High School, 7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles. Today, next Sun.9 a.m.-5 p.m. Adult $2, Children $1.

Malibu Pier Whale Watching Excursions Set your sights on the deep blue sea for this exciting boat excursion into the Malibu waters. California State Park Rangers lead the search for gray whales, which are amid their annual trip between Mexico and the northern Arctic seas. www.malibupier.com. Malibu Pier, Cross Creek Road and Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu. Sat.-next Sun., 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 1:30 - 4 p.m. Adult $45, Children $30. (310) 456-8031.

The Joy of Chinese Cooking Theresa Cheng, cookbook author, food designer and master chef, offers instruction in the fine art of Chinese cuisine. East Los Angeles Library, 4837 E. 3rd St., L.A. Mon., 6:30 p.m. Free. (323) 264-0155.

Downtown Art Walk A free self-guided tour that includes the Museum of Contemporary Art, L.A. Artcore Center and the Los Angeles Center for Digital Arts, is offered the second Thursday of each month. See www.downtownartwalk.com Downtown Los Angeles Area. Thu., noon-9 p.m. (213) 624-6212.

Santa Monica Gem Faire Ogle the finest quality of jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, and much more. More than 80 exhibitors from all over the world. Classes and demonstrations throughout the weekend. www.gemfaire.com. Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main St., Santa Monica. Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; next Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5. (503) 252-8300.

8th Annual Conscious Life Expo An illuminating three-day event featuring transformational films, eclectic music and lectures featuring Gregg Braden, Debbie & Arielle Ford, Jean Houston and more. Exhibit Hall features the latest and most innovative products to promote healthy living. www.consciouslifeexpo.com. Airport Hilton & Towers, 5711 W. Century Blvd., L.A. Fri., 2-10 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; next Sun., 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Advance $20, Door $25. (800) 367-5777.

California International Antiquarian Book Fair This celebration of rare and valuable books invites bibliophiles to browse displays of books, manuscripts, autographs, fine graphics, prints and maps, many of which will be for sale. Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Century City. Fri., 4-9 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; next Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Three-day pass $15, Daily $10. (800) 454-6401.

Paint-Out Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore invites pastoral painters to bring their canvases, paints and brushes to this beautiful, south-facing beach. Meet other artists and interpret an inspirational site. allied-artists.com. Dan Blocker County Beach, 26000 block of Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu. Sat., 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. (310) 383-1374.

Soccer Nation Expo 2010 The California State Soccer Association hosts the largest free family soccer exposition in the United States. The first 500 people admitted each morning will receive a free goodie bag of soccer swag. Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St., L.A. Sat., 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; next Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (888) 429-7276.

20th Annual Belly Dancer of the Universe Competition All styles of belly dance, from Egyptian to fusion, are the focus of this two-day showcase. Dancers compete for more than $5,000 in cash prizes in 10 exciting categories. Dance classes, performances and vendors round out the entertainment. www.bellydanceroftheuniverse.com. Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. Sat.-next Sun., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 6-10:30 p.m. $15. $5 off any ticket with paid L.A. Times Travel show admission receipt. (562) 433-6615.

Hollywood Forever Cemetery Walking Tour Visit the final resting places of silver screen luminaries such as Cecil B. DeMille, Marion Davies and Tyrone Power at this guided overview of the cemetery and its most famous residents. cemeterytour.com. Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood. Sat., noon. $12. (818) 517-5988.

Rose Bowl Flea Market More than 2,500 vendors gather on the second Sunday of every month. Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena. Next Sun., 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $10-$15; $20 early entrance at 5 a.m. (323) 560-7469.

Give SomeBunny Love Add a rabbit to the family menagerie at this special pet adoption event. Perks include $10 off rabbit adoption fees, free nails trims and rabbit care advice and rabbit matchmaking service with a rabbit expert. Irvine Animal Care Center, 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine. Next Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (949) 724-7740.

Amoeba Music Pet Adoption Day The record store celebrates Valentine’s Day with a special pet adoption event. Wonderful Shelter and AAA foster dogs and cats will be available for adoption to qualified, loving homes. All pets will be microchipped, vaccinated, current on all shots, and spayed/neutered. www.amoeba.com. Amoeba Music, 6400 Sunset Blvd., L.A. Next Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (323) 245-6400.

Cupid Champagne Brunch Cruises Enjoy a romantic brunch cruise features free-flowing champagne, a delicious buffet and relaxing background music. Hornblower Cruises & Events, 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey. Next Sun., noon-2 p.m. $54.95. (888) 467-6256.

Chinatown Challenge Kick off the Year of the Tiger with an urban scavenger hunt. Out of the Box Events challenges thrill seekers to discover fascinating trivia and hidden Chinatown secrets. Advance registration required. www.outoftheboxevents.net. Chinatown, 988 N. Hill St., Los Angeles. Next Sun., 2 p.m. $25. (323) 799-1374.