HOLLYGRAS
Los Feliz
http://www.oentertainment.net
Mardi Gras goes Hollywood with 2 stages of live entertainment, costume contests, carnival rides & games and Cajun culinary favorites. Also Sunday. Check website for details.

CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
Little Tokyo
http://www.cherryblossomfestivalsocal.org/
Celebrate Japanese heritage with music, dance, art & photo exhibits, fashion shows and, of course, food. Runs through Sunday. Check website for details.

BACK TO THE TRACKS
Power Ford
3311 PCH, Torrance
http://www.powerfordtorrance.com/
This program raises awareness of the dangers of street racing. All classic, muscle, hot rod and sports cars are welcome to compete. A complete schedule will be available where enthusiasts will be able to drive their cars at tracks around SoCal. 10:30 a.m. FREE.

EARTHSCAPES OPENING RECEPTION
NoHo Gallery LA
5108 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood
http://www.nohogalleryla.com/
Oil paintings and photographs reveal some of California’s gorgeous landscapes from Death Valley and Big Sur to the Mojave Desert and the High Sierras. 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. FREE. Exhibit runs through May 2.

DISNEYLAND TOUR OF DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES
http://www.charlesphoenix.com/
Rediscover downtown through the eyes of historian Charles Phoenix as LA is broken down into Disney-ish areas like Adventureland and Haunted Mansions. Noon – 6 p.m. Bus leaves the front of Union Station at noon sharp. $75 includes snacks, souvenirs, fares and fees.

Monday Social
Nacional
1645 Wilcox, Hollywood
http://www.mondaysocial.com/
See for yourself why this dance club night (8 years and counting) is one of the longest running in L.A. 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. $10 before midnight. $20 after or $15 w/ RSVP.

HOLLYWOOD HOTSHOTS
Steve Allen Theater
4773 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood
http://www.steveallentheater.com/hotshots
An evening of jazz with legend John Reynolds. This month’s special guest is Seth MacFarlane of “Family Guy.” Every second Wednesday of the month at 8 p.m. $10.

ASCAP “I CREATE MUSIC” EXPO
Renaissance Hotel
Hollywood & Highland
http://www.ascap.com/eventsawards/events/expo/
This 3-day expo is essential for anyone wanting a career in the music industry. Everything from songwriting and marketing to technology and networking will be covered. Check website for details. Runs through Saturday.

SUNBURNS OPENING RECEPTION
Duncan Miller Gallery
10959 Venice Blvd., West L.A.
http://www.duncanmillergallery.com/
Chris McCaw creates unique images made as McCaw’s camera lenses capture and intensify the sun’s rays, which are often subtle, elegant, and even slightly ominous. 6 – 9 p.m. FREE. Exhibit runs through May 24.