EVENTS

Compiled by Jason Gelt Susan G. Komen Race For the Cure More than 13,000 participants will run in support of finding a cure for breast cancer at this annual 5K run/walk that also includes a 1K fun walk for kids. Festivities include the Celebration of Life Ceremony at the starting line, a tribute to breast cancer survivors and more. www.komenlacounty.org. Dodger Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Ave., L.A. Today, 6:30 a.m. Adult $40, Children $35. (877) 855-7223.

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

Historic Hollywood Boulevard Walking Tour Hollywood Heritage presents this two-hour, weekly trek through classic Tinseltown from a preservationist point of view. 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. www.melrosetradingpost.org. Fairfax High School, 7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles. Today, next Sun.9 a.m.-5 p.m. Adult $2, Children $1.

Festival of Whales Celebration Focus on new discoveries in marine research with edifying learning labs at this celebration of the sea’s biggest mammal. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to underwater whale sounds, enjoy hands-on activities, listen to guest speakers and create children’s crafts. www.ocean-institute.org. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. Today, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Adult $6.50, Children $4.50. (949) 496-2274.

Silver Lake Craft Fair Dive into the Ghettogloss-sponsored craft fair that features vintage clothing, tarot readings, plants, pet couture and more. www.ghettogloss.com. Citibank Parking Lot, 2450 Glendale Blvd., L.A. Today, next Sun.10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. (323) 912-0008.

Malibu Pier Whale Watching Excursions 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.

Mega Bite Carnival Hosted by the Community Center of La Canada, this fun festivity features booths, games, prizes and raffles. Food will be available from Roundtable Pizza, Los Gringos Locos, and Jersey Mike’s Subs. Community Center Field, 4469 Chevy Chase Drive, Los Angeles. Today, 1-4 p.m. Free. (818) 790-4353.

St. Patrick’s Day Bash Presented by the Celtic Arts Center of Southern California, this afternoon of traditional Irish fun will feature singing, dancing, music, storytelling and more. www.celticartscenter.com. Aztec Hotel, 311 W. Foothill Blvd., Monrovia. Today, 1-6 p.m. Adult $10, Children 12 and under $8.

International Women’s Rights Day Celebration This 60th birthday tribute to longtime L.A. feminist organizer, Muffy Sunde, features roasts and toasts by labor, immigrants right and civil liberties advocates, plus jazz and a home-cooked Japanese buffet at 5 p.m. www.radicalwomen.org. Solidarity Hall, 2170 W. Washington Blvd., L.A. Today, 2 p.m. $9 donation . (323) 732-6416.

L.A. St. Patrick’s Day Festival Barcelona Enterprises celebrates Irish heritage with food, live music, dance, sing-alongs and authentic beer, wine and spirits. Taglyan Complex, 1201 N. Vine St., Los Angeles. Today, 2-7 p.m. $155 donation. (213) 915-8003.

Waves of Inspiration Personal finance authority Suze Orman headlines this live engagement. Based on her most recent bestselling book, Orman’s presentation is designed to inspire women to prepare of a life of financial security. Additional highlights include a performance from Saxophonist Mindi Abair, and a round table discussion with members of the LA Times Media Group. Club Nokia at L.A. Live, 800 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles. Today, 2 p.m. $56.

Whale’s Tale Tall Ship Sailing Adventure Participants will enjoy an exciting tall ship sail and gain new insight on our evolving relationship with the ocean and the whales that travel our California coastline. www.ocean-institute.org. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. Today, 2-4:30 p.m. Adult $40, Children $23. (949) 496-2274.

San Clemente Art Association Speaker Series Portrait painter Bradford J. Salamon will present a painting demonstration at this monthly meeting of art enthusiasts and artists. Salamon will discuss his lively approach to painting live figures and will critique portraits that attendees bring with them. San Clemente Community Center, 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. Today, 3-5 p.m. $5 suggested donation. (949) 492-7175.

Morning Stroll A guided morning walk through the preserve is slated every second Tuesday of the month. Madrona Marsh Preserve, 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance. Tue., 9-10 a.m. Free. (310) 782-3989.

Griffith Park Night Hike The Sierra Club leads fun and instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the upper merry-go-round parking lot. Griffith Park, 4800 Carousel Drive, L.A. Tue.-Thu., 6:45 p.m. (213) 387-4287.

Monster Tomato and Pepper Sale More than 200 varieties of tomatoes and 100 varieties of pepper plants will be for sale at the largest tomato and pepper plant sale in Southern California. fullertonarboretum.org. Fullerton Arboretum, 1900 Associated Road Cal State Fullerton Campus, Fullerton. Fri.-next Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. (657) 278-3407.

Twilight Hikes Hike along the trails in the Santa Monica Mountains. Meet at the east end of the center’s parking lot. Stoner Recreation Center, 1835 Stoner Ave., Westwood. Fri., 6:30 p.m. Free. (310) 253-9840.

The Green Expo Celebrate the environment, healthy living, community and social consciousness at this solar panel powered festival. Highlights include over 150 exhibitors, educational workshops, free food and beverages, children’s activities, eco awareness, eco fashion show and more. www.thegreenexpo.net. Woodley Park, 6350 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys. Sat.-next Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. (619) 865-5904.

Orchid and Bonsai Show Annual cymbidium orchid sale and bonsai show. Potting demonstration, bark and fertilizer for sale. West Los Angeles Buddhist Temple, 2003 Corinth Ave., L.A. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; next Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

Tree Hugging Day II People of all ages are encouraged to take a moment on the spring equinox to hug a tree. Hug on your own or join the Alliance for Survival for the Public Group Tree Hug at noon. Palisades Park , Ocean and Colorado avenues, Santa Monica. Sat., noon. Free. (310) 399-1000.

Public Star Party The Los Angeles Astronomical Society joins the Los Angeles Sidewalk Astronomers for a program that introduces families to the sun, moon, visible planets and other celestial objects using a variety of professional telescopes. www.griffithobservatory.org. Griffith Observatory, 2800 E. Observatory Road, L.A. Sat., 2-9:45 p.m. Free. (213) 473-0800.