23rd Annual Chocolate Fantasy

Saturday, February 11, 7:00 PM
The Mitten Building, 345 N. 5th St., Redlands, CA

Join Boys & Girls Clubs for their premier fundraiser. Enjoy a Valentine's Day weekend evening of delicious appetizers, rich chocolate, champagne, a band, and dancing.

Riverside Black History Parade, Expo, and Car Show

Saturday, February 11, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Downtown Riverside

Spend the day with your friends, family, and neightbors to celebrate the contributions and history or African Americans in the U.S. After the parade, enjoy food, music, and fun-filled family activities! This is a free event.

The Original Harlem Globetrotters

Saturday, February 11, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 E. Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA

Experience a performance by a worldwide icon! The Harlem Globetrotters are synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills. Proud inductees of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the Globetrotters have entertained hundreds of millions of fans in 122 countries on six continents over nine thrilling decades.

Bald Eagle Celebration

Saturday, February 11, 11:00 AM to Noon
Big Bear Discovery Center, 40971 N. Shore Dr., Hwy. 38, Fawnskin, CA

Join Forest Service Biologists for a one-hour presentation on the biology of eagles and why they winter in the Big Bear Valley. The Celebration is a great way for families to learn together about our National Bird! This is a free event, donations are welcome.

African Drumming Presented by CHAZZ

Monday, February 13, 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Ovitt Family Community Library, 215 E. C St., Ontario, CA

Enjoy a lively presentation of African drumming and rhythms. CHAZZ will demonstrate his mastery of congas, bongos, timbales, djembe, dijeridoo, udo, kalimba, whistles, flutes, temple blocks, singing bowls, and harmonica. Audiences will be encouraged to participate by joining in on djembe drums provided by CHAZZ. This is a free event for families.

Modernism Week

February 16-26, check website for times and locations

Celebrate midcentury modern design, architecture, art, fashion and culture. Modernism Week features more than 250 events, including the Modernism Show & Sale, Signature Home Tours, films, lectures, nightly parties and live music, and walking/bike tours. Refer to website for a full list of events and pricing.

Jake Shimabukuro

Friday, February 17, 8:00 PM
Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Dr., Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Don't miss ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro and his musical innovations grounded in Hawaiian tradition. Known for his energetic strumming and island style pieces, Jake's performances incorporate elements of thoughtful, sophisticated arrangements and spontaneous, improvised passages.

Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival

February 17-26, 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Tuesday-Thursday, 10:00 AM to Midnight Friday-Sunday
Riverside County Fairgrounds, 82-503 Highway 111, Indio, CA

Cheer for riders at the Camel and Ostrich races, sample local dates, experience carnival rides, browse arts and crafts booths, see big headliners perform your favorite songs, and much more!

Full Steam Ahead Gala featuring Travels with Frank Miller

Friday, February 24, 7:00 to 11:00 PM
3649 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA

Bring on the bubbly! The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa's Grand Parisian Ballroom will feature an evening of unique and outstanding whiskies and champagnes from around the world, heavy hors d'oeuvres, a world traveler's passport for your drink tickets and tasting notes, live entertainment, dancing, and more. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Mission Inn Foundation.

Black History Month Celebration

Friday, February 24, 9:00 PM
Temecula Theater, 42051 Main St., Temecula, CA

Be entertained and enlightened at this celebration focused on the messages of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The evening will feature a variety of exciting musical and spoken word talent. Call (866) 653-8696 for tickets or more information.

The Riverside Dickens Festival

Saturday, February 25, check website for times
Main Street Pedestrian Mall, Riverside, CA

Experience the life and times of Charles Dickens! The annual Dickens Festival is your chance to celebrate the English author's significant impact on literature with a smashing cup of tea, steampunk sports, and an afternoon with the late wordsmith's entertaining impersonator. Festival highlights also include parasol dueling, Mr. Fezziwig's Ball, Evensong, and book discussion groups.