Southern California events for March 9-11
Flowers, films, kite-flying, classical music art and planet friendliness are all on the agenda for March 9-11.
Pasadena
More than 115 independent features, documentaries, animated films and more will screen during the Pasadena International Film Festival at Laemmle Playhouse 7. Presentations and panels will be at Vroman’s Bookstore next door. Relax at the evening filmmakers lounge at the Lineage Performing Arts Center one mile west.
When: March 7-15
Cost, info: From $14. Most films are intended for adults only. No dogs. (310) 498-7204
Los Olivos
The Radian String Quartet will perform in the Santa Ynez Valley Classical Music Series at St. Mark’s Church. The quartet plans to play Mozart’s “The Hunt” Quartet K. 458, Webern’s 5 Pieces Op. 5, and Brahms’ C minor Quartet Op. 511.
When: 7 p.m. March 9
Cost, info: Adults $20, students with ID $10. Family-friendly. Dogs on leash OK. (805) 688-4454
Santa Barbara
Prepare to be amazed at nature’s astounding artistry: “Orchids – The World’s Greatest Show” is the theme of the 73rd Santa Barbara International Orchid Show at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. Horticulturists, cultivators, growers and garden managers will be among the exhibitors.
When: March 9-11
Cost, info: Adults $14, seniors (65 and older) $12, students with ID $12, children 12 and younger free (with adult). Only service dogs permitted. (805) 403-1533
Ojai
The opening reception for the Ojai Studio Artists exhibition featuring works made in response to the massive Thomas fire will be at the Ojai Valley Museum. More than 70 artists specializing in an assortment of media are in the group. The works reflect the fire and the healing. Many of the artists will donate some proceeds to various local fire-relief organizations.
When: 5 p.m. March 10
Cost, info: Free. Family-friendly. No dogs permitted. (805) 640-1390, artists’ website, museum’s website
Los Angeles
Park Champions volunteers will learn about habitat restoration from the California State Parks Foundation and will remove invasive plants at Los Angeles State Historic Park. Parking, training and tools will be provided free. Volunteers receive a free lunch. After they are finished about 1 p.m., they can take some time to walk, run or bicycle through the 32-acre park.
When: 9 a.m. March 10
Cost, info: Free; pre-registration required. Children 8 and older with legal guardian welcome. No dogs permitted. (415) 262-4400
Redondo Beach
Reach for the sky at the 44th Festival of the Kite on the Redondo Pier. Prizes awarded for various competitions. Past events have included live music, dance performances and a group launch of a 25-by-14-foot kite.
When: noon March 11
Cost, info: Free. Family-friendly. No dogs permitted. (310) 376-6911
Long Beach
Families with adults or children who have autism are invited to Autism Families Night at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Visitors can “meet” ocean animals, including penguins, sea turtles, harbor seals, sea lions, frogs, jellies and sharks. (The Lorikeet Forest will be closed.)
When: 6-9 p.m. March 11
Cost, info: $7 per person for families with adults or children with autism; children age 3 and younger free. Service dogs permitted. (562) 590-3100
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