As the American Red Cross does its best to get donations in for the tragic earthquake and tsunami in Japan, people all over Orange County are jumping in to help them. One of the places you can go is haute sushi spot Bluefin, where on Sunday, March 27th, they’ll be hosting a Red Cross Fundraiser for Japan.

Hello, Dolly! The country crooning superstar’s film 9 to 5 has been a comedic favorite since it’s debut and now it’s spawned a hit Broadway musical. Coming to the Segerstrom Center for the Arts May 10th through 15th, you can relive your favorite scenes from the movie and sing along to the title track (and the rest of Dolly’s score) while you get pulled into this fun, sassy and magical new musical.

There’s nothing more dramatic at a meal than an entire lobster coming to the table. Steamy, glistening and delicious, it’s a crown jewel on any dinner spread. Try any of these top 5 picks — there’s everything from traditional to trendy, casual to haute cuisine — and you’ll be enjoying one of the sweetest fruits of the sea.

Spring into fashion at Saks Fifth Avenue, which is teaming up with the JDRF’s Dream Guild on April 7th to host a fashion show showcasing the latest looks for the new season at the Spring 2011 Trend Event. In addition to the fashion show, shoppers throughout the day can raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation with every purchase.

Just breathe — that’s what the folks at Lululemon Athletica are always saying. And if you have trouble following that philosophy and need a few more yoga sessions to get into that mindset, you’ll need a few new pieces of yoga wear. On March 24, the Fashion Island store will be hosting their grand re-opening, making it a one-stop shop for all you’ll ever need to take to the gym — just remember to breathe and you can take it all in.

Plan ahead if you’re a fan of classical music. World-renowned string group the Shanghai Quartet is coming to the Segerstrom Center for the Arts on May 5. Replacing the originally announced St. Lawrence String Quartet, they’re bringing world influence and their own breathtaking performance to the stage here in Orange County.

Spring is in the air, which means restaurants are redoing their menus left and right. But nobody does it like Seasons 52, which has built its whole point of view around changing with the seasons. For spring, the popular South Coast Plaza haute spot is bringing out surf, turf and of course, a new spin on their signature dessert, the mini indulgence.

Who says being a bag lady is necessarily a bad thing? From baguettes to the biggest totes, we’re sure that you’ve got your favorites for every occasion. If you’re in the market for one more — or a few more — head to Saks Fifth Avenue on March 26th, where handbag designer Rebecca Minkoff will be hosting a meet-and-greet. She’ll show you which bags will bring out the bag lady in you, just make some room in your wardrobe for a handbag overhaul.

Go green for St. Patrick’s Day! Forget the schtick of green beer and the luck of the Irish, though. Instead, head to Assouline Books & Gifts at South Coast Plaza, to preorder their latest title. Hamptons Gardens is green enough for all the luck you need. Featuring the work of famed landscaper Jack deLashmet and others, the luxury publisher has brought together some of his most amazing work to date.