Meet ’n’ greet and slave auction: Contestants for Mr. San Diego Leather 2005 will be present, as well as the judges, including Mr. IML (International Mr. Leather) Jason Hendrix and head judge Paul Ciantar, Mr. Canadian Leatherman 2004. Various community leaders are being auctioned off for their services to benefit Being Alive. 7:00 p.m. at The Hole, 2820 Lytton St. (619) 226-9019.

Heal thy chakra: Learn a practical approach to the yoga-based Eastern Chakra System and discover which of your chakras are blocked, excessive or deficient at a seminar blending psychology and spirituality, facilitated by spiritual counselor and teacher Sophia Rose, taking place from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Remington College in Mission Valley. Admission is $25, $20 for Remington College students. Call Rose at (619) 698-5504 or (619) 248-7794 to register and get directions.

Mr. San Diego Leather 2005: The Center hosts the 21st annual Mr. San Diego Leather Contest. Proceeds benefit Being Alive San Diego. Mr. IML 2004 Jason Hendrix is master of ceremonies, as Adam Latham, Mr. San Diego Leather 2004, steps down when the new Mr. San Diego Leather is chosen. General admission is $15. VIP admission is $20, which includes early admission reception and buffet at 5:00 p.m., and VIP reception at the contest. VIP reception at 5:00 p.m., contest begins at 6:00 p.m. (619) 692-2077.

Ray At Night: The second Saturday of every month is Ray At Night on Ray Street in North Park, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Multiple galleries stay open late, featuring live music, beverages and refreshments. The free event is located on Ray Street between University Avenue and North Park Way.

St. Patrick’s Day parade: The 25th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade starts at 11:00 a.m. at Sixth Avenue and Juniper Street. A festival takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. between Sixth Avenue and Balboa Drive, and Laurel and Olive streets in Balboa Park. Presented by Guinness, the parade features two entertainment stages and a kid’s zone, as well as Irish crafts, a beer garden and Irish food. Admission is free. (858) 677-7790.

Mr. San Diego Leather Victory Brunch: Mr. San Diego Leather 2005 makes his first official appearance at the victory brunch. Other contestants and judges will be in attendance. 12:00 noon at Pecs, 2046 University Ave. (619) 296-0889.

Latino film festival: The San Diego Latino Film Festival runs March 10-20 at the Mann Hazard Center 7. This year’s films and videos celebrate the stories, joys, hardships and life in general in Latino culture. Admission is $8.50 per film, $6.50 for students and seniors. (619) 291-7040.

Poor Superman: Diversionary Theatre’s latest, Poor Superman, follows artist David McMillan, who steps out of his life of fame and fortune to return to his working class roots, where he takes a job as a waiter. But an affair with his married male boss jeopardizes everything. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $15-$30. (619) 220-0097.

Einstein’s miracle year: 1905 is known as a “miracle year” for the revolution of physics, as Albert Einstein wrote five revolutionary scientific papers that year. The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center features images, text and a hands-on exhibit exploring some of Einstein’s ideas. The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is located in Balboa Park. (619) 238-1233.

Auto-care basics: Get informed about the basics of car care at a Women’s Resource Center workshop taking place from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at The Center. Angela, a certified mechanic, will teach attendees everything from assembling the proper tool kit to identifying car problems by sounds, smells and symptoms. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. (619) 692-2077 ext. 206.

Tue$ Nite Out: Tue$ Nite Out is a collection of Hillcrest restaurants, bars and retailers offering what they have – for less – every Tuesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Participating establishments place a Tue$ Nite Out sign in their window to aid in your quest for all things good and cheap. Hamburger Mary’s, Babette Schwartz, Off the Record and California Cuisine are just a few options to check out. (619) 299-3330.

Silver Screen Theater: Join other movie-loving seniors for monthly film screenings at Silver Screen Theater held on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. March’s film is The Birdcage. Popcorn and drinks will be available for a small donation, and all proceeds benefit senior services at The Center. (619) 692-2077 ext. 206.

Get your green on: The Gaslamp Quarter’s annual block party featuring traditional Irish bands and dancers, disco and classic rock bands, complete with oceans of green beer and Irish food, will be covered with acres of emerald-green astro turf. You can’t miss ShamROCK! Admission is $15, and it’s 21 and over. Festival runs 4:00 p.m.-12:00 midnight. (619) 233-5227.

Rainbow scrapbook divas: The Diva Craft Lounge holds a scrapbooking event for the GLBT community on the third Thursday of every month from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. Called Rainbow Crop, this is a social event where scrapbookers gather to crop their photos and work on their scrapbooks in a GLBT-friendly environment. Cost is $10 and snacks are provided. The Diva Craft Lounge is located at 760 Eighth Ave. #102. (619) 702-6266.