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EVENTS
Adventure Day at Casper Wilderness Park March 13. This fun-filled event features natural history tours, musical entertainment, arts and crafts, wildlife exhibits, games and more, perfect for kids of all ages. 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, 949.923.2210. www.ocparks.com/caspers

St. Patrick's Day Festival March 14. Celebrate the luck of the Irish with dancers, musicians, free green mint ice cream and more. The event features performances by electric cellist Marston Smith and a Celtic stilt walker. Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. www.ocmarketplace.com

Dana Point Festival of Whales March 13-14. The Dana Point Chamber celebrates the whales' yearly trip down south with a weekend of fun, food, entertainment and an arts & crafts show featuring more than 100 vendors. Dana Point Harbor, 949.472.7888. www.dpfestivalofwhales.com

MUSIC
Salute to John Williams March 11-13. Movie maestro Richard Kaufman and the Pacific Symphony celebrate Williams' enormous contribution to the Hollywood film music scene. The performance features the scores from "Star Wars," "Indiana Jones," "Harry Potter" and "E.T." Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.ARTS. www.ocpac.org

Citrus Nights at the Tangerine Grill & Patio March 11-13. Sip drinks poolside while listening to some of Orange County's hottest musicians. Thursday's spotlight is on Denny White, Friday features Canvas, and Melanoid takes the stage on Saturday. Appetizers are just $2.95, with $5 sangria, martinis and tangeritas. The Anabella Hotel, 1030 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.772.1186. www.tangerinegrillandpatio.com

Radiance: The Ladies of Motown March 13. Straight out of Las Vegas, these ladies provide a thrill with dazzling costumes, stunning choreography and a high-energy homage to the Motown era. The show features favorite hits, including "Dancin' in the Streets," "Come See About Me" and "Stop, in the Name of Love." Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, 562.436.3636. www.lbso.org

Divas of Country Music March 13. The Kristin Orphan Band presents a moving performance of some of the biggest names in country music, including Carrie Underwood and Martina McBride. OC Pavilion, 801 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, 714.550.0880.

Monica March 14. The Grammy-Award winning R&B artist makes her return to the music scene with a special guest, former Destiny's Child member LeToya Luckett. 2200 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.712.2700. www.grove-of-anaheim.com

Mozart Classical Orchestra: Spring Blossoms March 14. The orchestra closes its 25th anniversary season with Symphony in A minor by Vanhal and Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 5, the "Turkish." Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, 949.854.4646. www.thebarclay.org

THEATER
In A Garden Through March 28. From Howard Korder, acclaimed writer for stage, screen and television, presents this cat and mouse tale where cultures clash and world views are turned upside down. Featuring Mark Harelik as the Culture Miniter of Aqaat. South Coast Repertory, 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.708.5555. www.scr.org

SPORTS
Anaheim Ducks vs. San Jose Sharks March 14. As the season winds down, Orange County's beloved hockey team takes on their rivals to the north, hoping for a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 714.704.2500. www.hondacenter.com