From an HTML and CSS workshop to a celebration of the Chinese New Year, there's plenty to enjoy in Pasadena this week.

From a conversation about creating art in times of strife to a poker tournament organized by the police department, here are a few top options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.

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Check out one of the five top-rated dramas — three of them Oscar nominees — showing on the big screen in and around Los Angeles.

Take your pick of Best Picture nominees, including critical favorite "The Favourite."

Take your pick of Academy Award-nominated dramas playing in movie theaters in and around Culver City.

Catch some high-octane action on the big screen with these kid-friendly movies playing in and around Glendale.

If you're in the mood to catch up on some Oscar nominees, or just watch a drama unfold on the big screen, check out these movies showing in and around Pasadena.

It's not too late to catch Oscar nominees "The Favourite" and "Bohemian Rhapsody" before the ceremony.

The Oscar-nominated "Spider-Man" and unexpected box office smashes "Bumblebee" and "Aquaman" are still in Santa Monica theaters this week.

If you love live music, here are the local shows worth checking out in Pasadena, from an Anna Nalick concert to a jazz brunch and fundraiser.

From a Fit Girl Club mix and mingle to a comedy show, here are a few top options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.

From documentaries to action adventures, here are the most popular films playing in the L.A. area.