SATURDAY, August 25, 2012

food

BODEGA BAY - Bodega Bay Seafood Art & Wine Festival, August 25-26, 2012. Seafood entrees from restaurants and catering companies, and wine and microbrew tasting from 30 wineries in Sonoma, Napa, and Mendocino counties. Juried art and craft marketplace, and entertainment. Bodega, CA. Bodega Seafood Art & Wine Festival 16855 Bodega Hwy Bodega, CA August 25th and 26th 2012 10 - 6 Saturday 10 - 5 Sunday ADMISSION: Adults: 2 in advance (tickets will go on sale on the site July 15th) 5 at the gate Seniors over 60 in advance/ 3 at the gate Teens 12-18 / Under 12 freewinecountryfestivals

CORNING - August 24-25, 2012 Corning Olive Festival

Corning, Calif.

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Miss Corning, missing olive contest, olive festival mixer, olive festival parade, pancake breakfast, fun run/walk, arts, crafts, food booths, music and entertainment, children's activities, cook-off judging, talent show, olive drop and more.

MAMMOTH LAKES - August 24-25, 2012 Mammoth Rocks Taste of the Sierra

Mammoth Lakes, California

mammothrocks

Music, Food and Fun.

CHULA VISTA - August 25, 2012 Rotary Wine Taste Chula Vista

Chula Vista, California

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Annual event features signature samples from exclusive restaurants and wineries, live entertainment and an exciting silent auction. Chula Vista Rotary Wine & Food Festival 1 Spirits will be flowing and food will be abundant at the 10th Annual Chula Vista Rotary Wine & Food Festival from 6 to 9 p.m. at Otay Ranch Town Center. Pleasure your mouth with delicacies from over 20 of Chula Vista's prominent restaurants pairing each succulent bite with your choice of spirits from local breweries, wineries, and tequilerias. Tickets to this upscale event are just . Location: Otay Ranch Town Center. . 233-5008. mcfarlanepromotions

PETALUMA - August 25, 2012 Taste of Petaluma

Petaluma, California

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

763-8920

tasteofpetaluma

Embark on a culinary walking journey of Sonoma County's finest restaurants, galleries, shops, wineries, breweries and food purveyors. The event is the 6th Annual culinary walking journey of Petaluma's finest restaurants, galleries, shops, wineries, breweries and foods. Sample Petaluma's upscale culinary and art scene in one afternoon. This event benefits Cinnabar Theater, now in its 39th year.

CASTRO VALLEY - Greek Festival Castro Valley August 24-26, 2012

20104 Center St.

Castro Valley, California

(510) 581-8950

greekfestivalcastrovalley

Hours: Friday: 5 - 9 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday: Noon - 7 p.m.

Free Admission, Free Parking

Fun and free, the Greek Festival Castro Valley offers the excitement and cuisine of Greece at Church of the Resurrection 40th annual Greek Festival. Shop at the expanded Agora, eat, enjoy Greek Folk dancing and spend time quenching your thirst at the Taverna serving Greek beer, wine and many specialty drinks. Come experience the sights, music, and the Flavors of Greece at the Church of the Resurrection 41st annual Greek Festival located at 20104 Center Street in Castro Valley California where the grounds are transformed into a mini-Greek town! You can shop at the expanded "Agora" (Market place), eat delicious and authentic food of the Mediterranean, partake in lively Greek Folk dancing and spend time quenching your thirst at the Taverna (bar) featuring Greek beer, wine and many specialty drinks. Or have coffee at the Kafenion (coffee house) while you snack on the savories or delicious Greek pastries! Then learn to dance with Free Greek Dance lessons to the beat of live Greek music. Enjoy Free Greek dance performances by award winning dance groups and shout "Opa!" to delightful table dancers! Fun and affordable the Greek Festival Castro Valley offers the opportunity to delight in the charm, excitement and cuisine of Greece. With Free Parking and Free Admission you don't want to miss visiting this event!

FRESNO - Fresno Greek Festival August 24-26, 2012

St. George Greek Orthodox Church

2219 N. Orchard

Fresno, CA

fresnogreekfest

Fresno's Premier Greek Festival is Back for its 51st Year! Tickets may be purchased at the gate or in advance at the church. 559-233-0397 for more information. Admission: , Age 65+ & Children under 12 are

FORTUNA - Hops in Humboldt, Fortuna, CA

The ninth annual Hops in Humboldt will be held at Rohner Park in Fortuna. This afternoon event, which takes place in the heart of the redwoods, will feature beer from more than 35 breweries from around the country, voting for the "People's Choice" award, five bands performing on stage, food, arts and crafts vendors, and the Hops Games.

GRASS VALLEY - Sierra Brewfest, Grass Valley, CA

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company presents the 23rd annual Sierra Brewfest, which will take place under Ponderosa pine trees at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. Last year's festival was an afternoon event with more than 100 beers from over 30 microbreweries; live blues music; and food, including sausages, barbecue, and Mexican dishes.

Irvine Lake, Silverado, CA Tomato Battle August 25, 2012

Irvine Lake

4621 Santiago

Canyon Rd

Silverado, CA

tomatobattle

, includes beer garden 21+ and live music

fairs & festivals

LANCASTER - Antelope Valley Fair August 17 - August 26, 2012 Antelope Valley Fair & Alfalfa Festival avfair

FERNDALE - Humboldt County Fair Aug 15-26, 2012 humboldtcountyfair

GRIDLEY - Butte County Fair Aug 23 - 26, 2012 buttecountyfair

HAYFORK - Trinity County Fair Aug 24 -26, 2012 trinitycountyfair

SAND CITY -West End Celebration Aug. 24-26, 2012. Great bands, art show, food vendors, wine tasting pavilion and more. Tribute to Ray Charles, plus numerous bands on two stages. Friday night concert-fee, Saturday and Sunday event free, some concerts are fee based. westendcelebration

rodeo

NORCO - Norco Mounted Posse Rodeo August 24-26, 2012. PRCA events, cowboy dances, music, vendors, and food. George Equestrian Center. Info 371-1204. norcoprcarodeo

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - Aug 25-26 SAT & SUN rmvrodeo Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo - PRCA Rodeo San Juan Capistrano, CA

fun

BASS LAKE - August 24-26, 2012. Annual event at a popular fair location offers 3 days of shopping and you can stay later if you like. Arts, crafts and vendors galore! A lot of boaters come in off the lake in the evening. Bass Lake at 3400 feet elevation in the Sierras was named the best lake in the west by Sunset Magazine. Free RV parking on a first come basis is allowed in the upper parking lot above the post office for the weekend. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Pines Village, 8 Miles NE of Oakhurst, Bass Lake, CA. Info: basslakechamber | Region: High Sierras

LAGUNA BEACH - Art A-Fair Art Festival June 24 - Aug 28, 2012. Hours: Sun - Thurs 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri-Sat 10 a.m. -10 p.m. / senior, student. 777 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna, Beach, CA. art-a-fair | Region: Orange County

LAGUNA BEACH - Sawdust Festival June 24- Aug 28, 2012. Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. .75, .25 senior. 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna, Beach, CA. sawdustfestival | Region: Orange County

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