2-30
The Big Eat. The Big Eat is back for 2010! Every Tuesday night throughout the month of March, select downtown restaurants will offer a signature dish for 50 percent off. To see participating restaurants and featured dishes, go to dwsp.org.

5-7
The Battle of Shallowford. Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. This comedy takes place in the fictional town of Shallowford, N.C., and follows the locals’ hilarious reaction to Orson Welles’ War of the World broadcast. 336-993-6556. Kernersville Elementary Auditorium, 512 W. Mountain St. kltheatre.com.

6
The Winston-Salem Symphony Circus. 2 p.m. Bring the whole family out for this whimsical, adventurous, circus-themed concert featuring the High Point Ballet. The show is part of the symphony’s Discovery Series for Children. $9 adults; $5 children, $5. 336-464-0415. K.R. Williams Auditorium, WSSU campus. wssymphony.org.

7
Men’s Basketball: Wake Forest vs. Clemson. 6 p.m. The final home game for the Demon Deacons before the ACC tournament. LJVM Coliseum, 2825 University Pkwy. For ticket information, go to wakeforestsports.com.

9-13
2010 MEAC Men’s Basketball Tournament. The culmination of the 09–10 MEAC season puts the conference’s 12 teams in a winner-take-all tournament. The prize? A trip to the NCAA tournament. LJVM Coliseum, 2825 University Pkwy. For game times, ticket info, and other special events, go to meachoops.com.

12­-28
All Shook Up. Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. A musical comedy built around the tunes of Elvis Presley. 336-748-0857. $22 adults; $18 seniors/students. 336-748-0857. The Little Theatre, 610 Coliseum Drive. twincitystage.org.

13
Bridal Show. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Meet some of the Triad’s top wedding experts, including caterers, photographers, and more. Free and open to the public; pre-registration not required. 336-703-2505. Woodland Hall at Triad Park, 9652 E. Mountain St., Kernersville.

13
Zesty Zumbathon. 10–11:30 a.m. Enrich your life and get fit at the Enrichment Center’s Zesty Zumbathon. Enjoy health and beauty vendors, purchase Zumba apparel, and more. Food and beverages provided. $10 adults; $5 kids ages 5-10 to participate in a special 30-minute KidZumba class. 336-778-0076. Enrichment Center, 1006 S. Marshall St. enrichmentcenter.org.

13, 14, 16
The Miraculous Mandolin! Saturday and Tuesday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. Nickel Creek’s mandolin virtuoso Chris Thile will present the East Coast premiere of his Mandolin Concerto. Saturday is the Kicked-Back Classic version of the concert. $15–$35. 336-464-0415. Stevens Center, 405 W. Fourth St. wssymphony.org.

17
Perpetual Groove. 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show. Spend St. Patrick’s Day with one of the region’s premier rock-based jam bands. $13 advance; $15 door. The Millennium Center, 101 W. Fifth St. mcenterevents.com. 336-723-3700.

18-20
Joyce Meyer Ministries. Thursday 7 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. Joyce Meyer, one of the leading Bible teachers in the world, will lead this powerful and practical worship service. Doors will open two hours before service. Free to attend. 336-725-5635. LJVM Coliseum, 2825 University Pkwy.  joycemeyer.org.

18-20
Spooky-Dog and the Teenage Gang Mysteries. 8 p.m. Presented by the Theatre Alliance, this performance is an irreverent parody of Saturday morning cartoons. It follows five unique characters and one special dog on a case to find a missing celebrity. For mature audiences only. 336-723-7777. Theatre Alliance, 1047 Northwest Blvd. wstheatrealliance.org.

19
Westbend Wine Dinner. 6 p.m. Enjoy a wonderful five-course dinner paired with select wines. Reservations required; deadline is March 10. $75 per person. 336-945-5032. Westbend Vineyards, 5394 Williams Rd., Lewisville.  westbendvineyards.com.

20
Side by Side concert. 2 p.m. The Winston-Salem symphony teams up with the city’s Youth Symphony for a powerful, one-of-a-kind concert — 150 musicians strong. 336- 464-0415.  K.R. Williams Auditorium, WSSU campus. wssymphony.org.

20
Junior League’s Tour of Fine Spaces. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. See eight of the city’s most beautifully rendered spaces while enjoying light refreshments from area restaurants and caterers. $20 advance; $25 at the door. 336-722-9681. jlws.org. 

27
Kernserville 5k Run. 9 a.m.–noon. This annual race draws runners from all over the region. Registration is $10 by March 16, $20 day-of. The first 100 registered runners get a free T-shirt. 336-996-3062. Fourth of July Park, 702 W. Mountain St. toknc.com.

27
Eggstravaganza! 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The Children’s Museum will host an Easter celebration complete with egg hunts, games, stories, and more. Free with paid admission or membership. 9­­–10 a.m. members-only egg hunt. 336-723-9111. Children’s Museum, 390 S. Liberty St. childrensmuseumofws.org.