Weekend Docket: 2/11/11

I've been a little more time crunched than usual lately, so forgive me if I made any glaring omissions in events traversing the city limits this weekend!

As for me it's one party after another all weekend until I finally end with some rock climbing with my Cha to work out all the stress of a too packed calendar... before passing out in a puddle of cupcake of the week attempt #7.  Let's just hope I don't catch on fire!  (hint hint)

Friday, 2/11

Silverlake Wine Tasting Benefit for Mutts and Meows
7pm to 9pm
Molly's Mutts & Meows needs foster homes for the dogs and cats we rescue. Visit our website and click on HELP and then BE A FOSTER PARENT to save the life of a homeless pet!  We are hoping to see lots of you there. The cost per person is $25.00. No RSVP needed just pay ON YOUR WAY OUT after you have sampled the divine wines. Silverlake Wine, 2395 Glendale Boulevard, Los Angeles http://www.mollysmuttsandmeows.org

Blended Elements Party w/ GoodMakers films
7pm - 1am
GoodMakers films, a non-profit that uses documentary films to spotlight charities, is having an event tomorrow night. The goal of these documentaries is to gain awareness for those charities in an effort to get people involved or donate to them. Tomorrow night they are throwing a party at Monsoon at the 3rd street promenade.  A percentage of the night's bar proceeds gets donated! Monsoon Cafe 1212 3rd Street Promenade http://gmstreeteam.tumblr.com/

Saturday, 2/12
First annual Santa Clara Wine Festival
2pm - 6:30pm
First annual SCVWineFest, presenting winderies, breweries, and spirit manufactuers from California and abroad. Cuisine from several areas will be featured along with classes from experts and a special VIP evening event. With the ticket for entry, you will be able to sample all wineries, breweries, and their products. Food will also be available for purchase. $60 General / $125 VIP Embassy Suites Valencia - 28508 Westinghouse Place - Valencia, CA http://www.scvwinefest.com/

Sunday, 2/13

33rd Annual LA Chinatown Firecracker 5K/10K
6am registration 
Celebrate Valentine’s Day early along with the Chinese Year of the Rabbit! Participate in the running of the 33rd Annual LA Chinatown Firecracker 5k/10k Run, Walk, Kiddie Run and Bike Ride the weekend of February 12. A traditional lion dance and lighting of 100,000 firecrackers kick off the race. If you’re not in it for the race, bring your Valentine and enjoy the Nite n’ Day Festival featuring free music, entertainment and cultural acts from 10am to 10pm on Saturday, February 12 and noon to 3pm on Sunday, February 13.$37. Broadway and College Street, Chinatown http://firecracker10k.org/

Monday, 2/14

Valentine's Day! 
I could try to compile a list, but these people did it so much better...

Eater LA
Where To Score Sweet Treats for Valentine's Day

The Happy Hour Tour
Best Date Happy Hours

Caroline On Crack
Valentine's Day on a Budget

Finer Things LA
Valentine’s Day PrixFixe Under $60

Gourmet Pigs
Valentine's Dining For $60 and Under

Tuesday, 2/15

Magnum Pop-up at Pal Cabron
Tuesday - Wednesday 
Chef Joseph Mahon (Bastide) and Restaurateur/Sommelier David Haskell (Bin8945, Le Cirque) are back as the “Magnum Crew” after a well received stint at Biergarten in December. Four-Course Tasting Menu
Pozole with Romaine/ Cilantro/ Mint/ Radish/ Lime || Squid with Chorizo/ Cucumber/ Jicama/ Sesame Seeds || Flank Steak with Cactus Salad/ Chilies/ Grilled Corn Sauce || Flan with Pineapple/ Vanilla-Carmel Sauce
Pal Cabron, 3337 1/2 W. 8th Street, Los Angeles Reservations: (323) 798-4648