Events Calendar for Fun Events in San Diego County

Here is an events calendar of things to do which are fun and entertaining around San Diego County. With the great weather and diversity of lifestyles, there are many things to do each and every month. So get out and see all this area has to offer and most of all, have fun:

February 2011 Calendar of Events for North San Diego County

Please call ahead to confirm dates and times

FEB 1 - 28
Museum Month
Each February an entire month is dedicated to a special theme in San Diego as the arts & culture element celebrates Museum Month. Beginning Feb. 1, numerous arts institutions and museums throughout our county will open their doors at half price. For more information visit www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org

FEB 1 - MAR 31
Whale Watching
Annual migration of California gray whales to the warm breeding grounds off the coast of Baja California. Glimpse these peaceful "giants of the sea" from Cabrillo National Monument or on special whale-watching cruises. 619-557-5450 or 619-236-1212

FEB 1 - APR 30
Wildflowers Bloom in the Desert
Depending on the rainfall in the winter, the natural beauty of the Anza Borrego Desert State Park is enhanced by the almost magical appearance of desert wildflowers in the spring. The full bloom is only for two to six weeks. 9am-5pm. 760-767-4684. www.parks.ca.gov

FEB 10
Mainly Mozart/Aiana String Quartet
At 2PM, in partnership with Mainly Mozart, the Museum presents the Aiana String Quartet for a FREE Valentines Day-themed performance. Their repertoire will feature string quartet music from both Mozart and Brahms. The quartet is the newly appointed Scholarship Quartet in residence at SDSU in association with Mainly Mozart. This event is free. 760-438-5996 or www.museumofmakingmusic.org

FEB 12 & 13
29th Annual San Diego Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair
The 29th annual San Diego Chinese New Year fair celebrates the Year of the Rabbit. The two-day celebration, will feature Chinese acrobats, lion and dragon dancers, Chinese folk dance and music, martial arts, and the Asian Story Theater. Families can also participate in Chinese crafts, Chinese calligraphy, and a children's activity area. In addition, more than 75 food and vendor booths will be available for the more than 25,000 visitors expected to attend the fair. The festival will take place at the Asian Pacific Thematic Historic District in downtown San Diego (Third Ave. and J Street) on Saturday, February 12 and Sunday February 13, 2011. 10am - 5pm both days! 619-398-7025 or sdcny.weebly.com

FEB 13
More That's Amoré - Oceanside Museum of Art
Spend a romantic Valentine's Day with your special someone at More That's Amore. Enjoy a unique theatrical performance of classic loves songs and cutting edge love songs from operatic arias to Broadway show tunes from local singers while sipping bubbly champagne and noshing tasty appetizers and delicious chocolate confections. Nonmembers are $25 and $20 for OMA members. 760-435-3720 or www.oma-online.org

FEB 14
Music & Amor Valentine Concert
At 8 PM, celebrate a romantic concert on Valentine's evening at the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad. Enjoy live music of Wolf Marshall, dancing, wine, champagne, sparkling water, coffee and an array of scrumptious cheeses and decadent desserts. Tickets are $20 for Members; $25 for the general public. 760-438-5996 or www.museumofmakingmusic.org

February 18 - 21
Koalapalooza
To kick off our new Discovery Days, we've got quite a Koalapalooza planned for January! We'll be celebrating those much-loved denizens from Down Under, the koalas, along with some of their Aussie neighbors, like red kangaroos and kookaburras. We have a bonzer Australian party planned, so put on your bush hat, pack up your billy bag, bring the family and join us at the Zoo. www.sandiegozoo.org

FEB 27
Harlem Globe Trotters
Valley View Casino Center, 7pm. Tickets on sale now. www.harlemglobetrotters.com