California Events October 2012
OCTOBER 2012
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Monday, October 1, 2012
SANTA BARBARA - epicure.sb is 31 days and 85+ ways to taste the very best of Santa Barbara. epicuresb
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Tuesday, October 2, 2012
HUNTINGTON BEACH- Surf City Nights. Weekly street fair and farmers market is held from 5 - 9 p.m. Location: 200 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup
SAN BRUNO- Tastes of San Bruno. Location: San Bruno Recreation Center Time: 6-8 p.m. 5 (includes 2 raffle tickets). 588-0180. sanbrunochamber
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Wednesday, October 3, 2012
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup
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Thursday, October 4, 2012
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup
SAN FRANCISCO - Fleet Week, Oct. 4-8. Blue Angels Circle and Arrival Maneuvers practice. fleetweek.us
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Friday, October 5, 2012
BISHOP - Fall Color Car Show, October 5-7, 2012. Fireworks, Show & Shine, Pancake Breakfast, Cruisin' Parade, Poker Run. Choo Choo Swap Meet at the Tri County Fairgrounds. owensvalleycruisers
CRESCENT CITY - Sea Cruise, Show & Shine Car Show, Oct. 5-6. Downtown Crescent City 4-6 p.m.The car show is in Beachfront Park on Saturday starts at 10 a.m. Food and marketplace vendors will be open throughout the day. After the car show enjoy a Show and Dance at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds, featuring Rocky and the Revelettes with music from the 50′s & 60′s, from 8:30pm to 12:30 a.m. 707-464-3174.
LONE PINE - Lone Pine Film Festival, October 5-7, 2012. Annual event, a long time tradition, is held in the shadow of the mighty Mt. Whitney at the southern end of the Owens Valley. 876 9103, lonepinefilmfestival
LOS GATOS - St. Mary's Annual Country Fair, October 5-7, 2012. Carnival rides, Inflatables, Games, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Food Booths, Local Artisans. Free Entertainment and Bands.Location: 219 Bean Ave. Los Gatos, CA. stmaryslg
SAN FRANCISCO - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Oct. 5-7. Free music festival in Golden Gate Park. Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Elvis Costello are among Friday's free concerts. hardlystrictlybluegrass
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup
SAN FRANCISCO - Fleet Week, Oct. 4-8. Pier 80 Ships Tours, Weapons Display at Alameda, US Navy Band concert at Jack London Square, Fleet Week Air Show Practice, Blue Angels Meet and Greet at Pier 39 . fleetweek.us
VENTURA - Ventura Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show, October 5-7, 2012. Indulge in the ultimate shopping and entertainment experience as the showcase comes to the Ventura County Fairgrounds. The hardest part is deciding what you like best from 24,000 handcrafted made in America originals. Concert performances, a celebrity chef demonstration with tastings, strolling performers, contests, specialty foods and a pumpkin patch with Kidzone, add to the full day of festivities. Tickets are good for the entire weekend so you can keep coming back for more. Bring can goods for donation to FOOD Share and receive off of admission. Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds Seaside Park, 10 West Harbor Blvd. Ventura, CA 93001. Hours: Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Adult, age 62+, age 13-17, Free age 12 and under. 346-1212. harvestfestival
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Saturday, October 6, 2012
AGOURA HILLS - Reyes Adobe Days Ghost Tour at the Adobe. Ages 14+ Time: 8 -9:30 p.m. /person. Pre-register by calling 597-7361. Space is limited. reyesadobedays
ARCATA - Pastels on the Plaza. North Coast Children's Services - 822-7206 Event Hours: 10am-2pm Streets Re-Opened: 4pm Street Closures: Plaza, G & H from 9th to 9th, 8th and 9th from G to H Street cityofarcata
BIG BEAR LAKE - Moonridge Zoo Flashlight Safari. Gates open 6:15 and close at 6:30 p.m. to start the tour. Bring your flashlight and ware warm clothes. Regular Admission: Under 3 years old free, for ages 3-10 , and over 10 years old . For more information 584-1299.
BISHOP - Choo Choo Swap Meet . All day famous semi-annual 100 yard sales in one place" swap meet. Held at the Tri County Fair Grounds. lawsmuseum
CARSON - LA Printers Fair. Come and peruse over 80 vendors of Paper, Ink & Graphic Arts (Suppliers & Artists), Rare Books, Printing Presses and Equipment on sale with lots of ....type, type, type at 4th annual fair! Tours of the museum's exquisite collection of "operating" printing and typesetting machines as well as demonstrations in Papermaking, Silkscreening and Graphic arts. Ample free parking! Sat. Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission: . Location: International Printing Museum, 315 W. Torrance Blvd, Carson, CA 90745. 515-7166. printmuseum For tickets and vendor info go to fair@printmuseum
COSTA MESA - Community Chili Cook-Off. Chili Contest 12 - 2 p.m. Entertainment, Exhibits, Vendors! Vote for your favorite chili! The competition is ready to heat up! Time: Noon - 5 p.m. Free Location: Halecrest Park 3107 Killybrooke Lane and 3124 College Ave., Costa Mesa, California. Halecrest Park 557-7234. costamesaca.gov
CRESCENT CITY - Sea Cruise, Show & Shine Car Show, Oct. 5-6. Downtown Crescent City 4-6 p.m. The car show is in Beachfront Park on Saturday starts at 10 a.m. Food and marketplace vendors will be open throughout the day. After the car show enjoy a Show and Dance at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds, featuring Rocky and the Revelettes with music from the 50′s & 60′s, from 8:30pm to 12:30 a.m. 707-464-3174.
DIXON - Lamb Town USA, October 6-7, 2012. Celebrate the lamb with events such as a Fiber Fair, Fiber Arts Show, livestock events, classes and workshops, entertainment and an attempt to break the world knitting record. Location: Dixon May Fair Grounds, 655 South 1st St., Dixon, CA. Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission: , age 6 - 13 , under age 5 lambtown
LONE PINE - Lone Pine Film Festival, October 5-7, 2012. Annual event, a long time tradition, is held in the shadow of the mighty Mt. Whitney at the southern end of the Owens Valley. 876 9103, lonepinefilmfestival
LONG BEACH - Charles Phoenix Big Retro Slide Show. A deep-fried and delicious live comedy performance that roasts and toasts classic and kitschy mid-century American life and style -- in style! Think space age suburbia, car culture, tourist traps, theme parks and much much more! Charles also reveals his best of” guide to Long Beach landmarks, legends and lore! — Be prepared for your local and national pride to SWELL! Cocktails and book signing takes place directly after the show at nearby Inretrospective, a neighborhood vintage store. Festive dress is encouraged but not expected!
LOOMIS - Eggplant Festival. Time: 4 p.m. Art Theatre 2025 East Fourth St. Long Beach, CA
LOS GATOS - The Magical Glass Pumpkin Patch, October 6-7, 2012. The event features a menagerie of hand-blown glass pumpkins and their respective artists. Explore one-of-a-kind glass pumpkins, along with stained glass works and glass vegetables and fruit. Set in the huge front lawn of the high school, amid rustic hay bales. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: 20 High School Court, Los Gatos, CA. Proceeds benefit Los Gatos High School! magicalglasspumpkinpatch
LOS GATOS - St. Mary's Annual Country Fair, October 5-7, 2012. Carnival rides, Inflatables, Games, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Food Booths, Local Artisans. Free Entertainment and Bands. Location: 219 Bean Ave. Los Gatos, CA. stmaryslg
OXNARD - The 17th Annual Multicultural Festival. Enjoy music and performances from around the world! Time: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Plaza Park, Oxnard, Ca. oxnardnews skerino
PETALUMA - Wiskerino Contest. An annual tribute to facial hair, Whiskerino takes place in the Walnut Park Gazebo smack dab in the middle Petaluma Farmers Market. Time: 4 p.m. petalumawhiskerino
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup
SAN FRANCISCO - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Oct. 5-7. Free music festival in Golden Gate Park. Emmylou Harris, the Chieftans, Steve Earl & the Dukes are among Saturday's free concerts. hardlystrictlybluegrass
SAN FRANCISCO - Fleet Week, Oct. 4-8. Ships tours aboard LHD 8 USS Makin Island, 1st Marine Division Band Concert, Parade of Ships coming in under Golden Gate Bridge to their piers, Fleet Week Air Show, Pier 39 Band of the Golden West Concert, Fireworks. fleetweek.us
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Living History Days. Step back in time-- meet Victorian ladies, mountain men and Civil War soldiers. Hands-on craft and cooking demonstrations, old-fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon and more. See historic horse-drawn vehicles inside the Plaza Stables and Victorian furnishings in the Plaza Hotel and Zanetta family home. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. sanjuanbautistaca
VENTURA - Ventura Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show, October 5-7, 2012. Indulge in the ultimate shopping and entertainment experience as the showcase comes to the Ventura County Fairgrounds. The hardest part is deciding what you like best from 24,000 handcrafted made in America originals. Concert performances, a celebrity chef demonstration with tastings, strolling performers, contests, specialty foods and a pumpkin patch with Kidzone, add to the full day of festivities. Tickets are good for the entire weekend so you can keep coming back for more. Bring can goods for donation to FOOD Share and receive off of admission. Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds Seaside Park, 10 West Harbor Blvd. Ventura, CA 93001. Hours: Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Adult, age 62+, age 13-17, Free age 12 and under. 346-1212. harvestfestival
WESTPOINT - Lumberjack Day. Downtown Westpoint The Annual Lumberjack Day parade and festival celebrates the lumber history of Calaveras County. It takes place in downtown West Point on the first Saturday of October. Complete with vendors, lumberjack competitions, a parade and car show, this event is fun for the whole family! Call (209) 293-4325
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Sunday, October 7, 2012
APTOS - Pottery & Glass Seconds Sale. Nationally-known professional potters, glass artists, jewelers and other craftspeople sell seconds, experiments and overstock at vastly reduced prices! Find gifts or indulge yourself - lots to choose from. Free admission. Location: Park at Cabrillo College parking garage, 6500 Soquel Dr. Aptos, CA | 427-0650. seconds-sale
BISHOP - Fall Color Car Show, October 5-7, 2012. Fireworks, Show & Shine, Pancake Breakfast, Cruisin' Parade, Poker Run. Choo Choo Swap Meet at the Tri County Fairgrounds. owensvalleycruisers
DIXON - Lamb Town USA, October 6-7, 2012. Celebrate the lamb with events such as a Fiber Fair, Fiber Arts Show, livestock events, classes and workshops, entertainment and an attempt to break the world knitting record. Location: Dixon May Fair Grounds, 655 South 1st St., Dixon, CA. Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission: , age 6 - 13 , under age 5 lambtown
LONE PINE - Lone Pine Film Festival, October 5-7, 2012. Annual event, a long time tradition, is held in the shadow of the mighty Mt. Whitney at the southern end of the Owens Valley. 876 9103, lonepinefilmfestival
LOS GATOS - The Magical Glass Pumpkin Patch, October 6-7, 2012. The event features a menagerie of hand-blown glass pumpkins and their respective artists. Explore one-of-a-kind glass pumpkins, along with stained glass works and glass vegetables and fruit. Set in the huge front lawn of the high school, amid rustic hay bales. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: 20 High School Court, Los Gatos, CA. Proceeds benefit Los Gatos High School! magicalglasspumpkinpatch
LOS GATOS - St. Mary's Annual Country Fair, October 5-7, 2012. Carnival rides, Inflatables, Games, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Food Booths, Local Artisans. Free Entertainment and Bands. Location: 219 Bean Ave. Los Gatos, CA. stmaryslg
MILLBRAE - Japanese Cultural Festival. 7th annual event includes celebration of many customs and unique activities. Free admission. Time: 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: Civic Center Plaza, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae, Ca. millbrae
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup
SAN FRANCISCO - Fleet Week, Oct. 4-8. Italian Heritage Parade North Beach with US Navy Band&USMC Band, Fleet Week Air Show, Pier 39 Navy Band concert, fleetweek.us
SAN FRANCISCO - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Oct. 5-7. Free music festival in Golden Gate Park. Emmylou Harris, Dwight Yoakam, Patty Smith, Jimmy Vaughan and "whoever the cat drags in" are among Sunday's free concert performers. hardlystrictlybluegrass
SAN FRANCISCO - Castro Street Fair castrostreetfair
SANTA CRUZ - Santa Cruz Open Streets. Come play in the street! Bike, walk, skate and skip through a closed street on scenic West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. Celebrate active living with fitness demo classes, music and performances. Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. openstreets
VENTURA - Ventura Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show, October 5-7, 2012. Indulge in the ultimate shopping and entertainment experience as the showcase comes to the Ventura County Fairgrounds. The hardest part is deciding what you like best from 24,000 handcrafted made in America originals. Concert performances, a celebrity chef demonstration with tastings, strolling performers, contests, specialty foods and a pumpkin patch with Kidzone, add to the full day of festivities. Tickets are good for the entire weekend so you can keep coming back for more. Bring can goods for donation to FOOD Share and receive off of admission. Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds Seaside Park, 10 West Harbor Blvd. Ventura, CA 93001. Hours: Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Adult, age 62+, age 13-17, Free age 12 and under. 346-1212. harvestfestival
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Monday, October 8, 2012
SAN FRANCISCO - Ship Tours, High School Band Challenge. fleetweek.us
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012
AZUSA - Azusa Taste of the Town. Azusa Chamber of Commerce - Taste Of The Town is held 5-8 p.m. at Azusa Amory, 1351 W. Sierra Madre, Azusa, CA. Silent, opportunity and live auctions, Live band. 5 door, 5 pre-sale. 334-1507
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Wednesday, October 10, 2012
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
LA MIRADA - Fall Festival. La Mirada. Games, prizes, and entertainment. Location: La Mirada Activity Center, La Mirada, CA. Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. cityoflamirada
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Friday, October 12, 2012
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 12-14, 19-21, 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
PASADENA - Pasadena ArtWeekend, October 12 - 14, 2012. 7th Annual celebration includes five events-- ArtNight, Art of Food, ArtWalk, ArtPerformance, and ArtRhythm. Each event highlights diverse locations throughout Pasadena, including Old Pasadena, the Playhouse District. pasadenaartweekend .
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Saturday, October 13, 2012
APPLE VALLEY - Halloween. Ages 5 and up admission. Apple Valley Conference Center, applevalley
BAKERSFIELD -Old Time Peddler's Faire, October 13 - 14, 2012. Time: 9a-5p Saturday; 9a-4p Sunday. Two hundred vendors sell throughout the museum's 16 acres. Jazz music and historic displays round out the fun. Early bird admission Saturday at 7 a.m. 5. General admission , children under 10 free with adult. Location: Kern County Museum, 3801 Chester Ave., Bakersfield, CA. 868-8400, kcmuseum
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 12-14, 19-21, 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
BIG BEAR LAKE - Moonridge Zoo Flashlight Safari. Gates open 6:15 and close at 6:30 p.m. to start the tour. Bring your flashlight and ware warm clothes. Regular Admission: Under 3 years old free, for ages 3-10 , and over 10 years old . For more information 584-1299.
BISHOP - Skate & Bike Jam, Oct.13-14. All ages invited -3 categories. participant registration. Contact Bishop City Hall, 784-1452
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CALISTOGA - Harvest Hoedown. Dance to Nashville Swing Band, enjoy live and silent auctions, gourmet BBQ dinner and Salsa Taste-Off. . 889-0901. calistogarotary
PASADENA - Pasadena ArtWeekend, October 12 - 14, 2012. 7th Annual celebration includes five events-- ArtNight, Art of Food, ArtWalk, ArtPerformance, and ArtRhythm. Each event highlights diverse locations throughout Pasadena, including Old Pasadena, the Playhouse District. pasadenaartweekend .
RIALTO - Fire Department Pancake Breakfast and Fire Prevention Open House. Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Location: 131 S. Willow Ave., Rialto, CA. 820-2691.
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 12-14, 19-21, 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
BISHOP - Skate & Bike Jam, Oct.13-14. All ages invited -3 categories. participant registration. Contact Bishop City Hall, 784-1452
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COSTA MESA - The Big Squeeze Accordion Festival. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. admission to OC Market Place, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA. ocmarketplace
DANA POINT - Woodie Car Show Presented By - SoCal Woodie Club. Time 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free Location: Lantern Bay Park 25111 Park Lantern Road Dana Point, California
LOS ANGELES - Latino Arts and Culture Family Day. The Day of the Dead is coming and you can get ready at this Vivan Los Muertos celebration through activities like preparing an alter and decorating sugar skulls. Time: 1 -3 p.m. Museum admission: adults, students, children. Location: Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA. theautry
PASADENA - Pasadena ArtWeekend, October 12 - 14, 2012. 7th Annual celebration includes five events-- ArtNight, Art of Food, ArtWalk, ArtPerformance, and ArtRhythm. Each event highlights diverse locations throughout Pasadena, including Old Pasadena, the Playhouse District. pasadenaartweekend .
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Monday, October 15, 2012
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Tuesday, October 16, 2012
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
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Thursday, October 18, 2012
ALAMEDA -History Mystery After Hours Tour. 3 hour tour illuminated in the red lights used for night ops. Guests will go deep into Hornet where you will also hear the stories behind her legendary haunts. Time: 7 p.m. 5. Reservations Required: (510) 521-8448 x224
LAKEWOOD - Solar 101 Workshop- Solar Straight Talk hosted by Ameco Solar Description: Connect with one of California's oldest established solar companies AMECO Solar at the 2nd annual night dedicated to the truth about solar. Learn who qualifies, types of incentives and tax credits, financing, how to choose an installer. Light appetizers, beverages. RSVP by October 16: 633-4400 or e-mail: gosolar@solarexpert . When: Time: 7-8 p.m. Where: Lakewood Country Club, on 3101 Carson Street, Lakewood, CA.
VENICE - Venice Art Crawl. 3rd Thursday Venice Art Crawl celebrates Venice Beach's unique art, music and poetry scene. Location centered north of Venice Boulevard, along the Boardwalk, Speedway and Pacific Avenues ending at Westminster Avenue. Takes place the third Thursday of each month from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. veniceartcrawl
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Friday, October 19, 2012
ALAMEDA -History Mystery After Hours Tour. Sleep among the spirits as you spend the night onboard after touring the USS Hornet exclusively in small groups after hours. Investigate well-known paranormal hot spots while she is illuminated in the red lights used for night ops. The overnight stay begins at 6 p.m. . Reservations Required: (510) 521-8448 x224
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 19-21, 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
BUENA PARK - Silverado Days, October 19-21, 2012. The 3-day, 56th annual festival at William Peak Park includes games, crafts, contests, rides, food and fun for the whole family. Admission is Park Hours: Friday 5:00 p.m. - Midnight Saturday 10:00 a.m. - Midnight Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Dates: October 19-21. Featured contests include World Amateur Arm Wrestling Championship, Amateur Horseshoe Contest, Pie-Eating Contest, Hog Calling, Baby Contest, Dog Show, Chili Cook-off. silveradodays
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Saturday, October 20, 2012
ALISO VIEJO - Fall Harvest Festival at Grant Park, 10 am. - Noon. avca
APPLE VALLEY Happy Trails Chili Cookoff. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. admission. Held at Lenny Brewster Sports Center, 21024 Otoe Rd. ICS sanctioned Chili Cook-off, great Car Show, sample chili and vote for favorite. 490-3488. happytrailschilicookoff
ARVIN - Annual Crab Feed, arvinchamberofcommerce
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 19-21, 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
BIG BEAR LAKE - Moonridge Zoo Flashlight Safari. Gates open 6:15 and close at 6:30 p.m. to start the tour. Bring your flashlight and ware warm clothes. Regular Admission: Under 3 years old free, for ages 3-10 , and over 10 years old . For more information 584-1299.
CITRUS HEIGHTS Antelope Crossing Halloween Spooktacular, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. citrusheights
CRESCENT CITY Chills for Children Adult Halloween Party, 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Crescent City Cultural Center. Tickets , 5 door. delnorte
DUBLIN - Harvest Fair and Harvest Moon Barn Dance. Noon-6 p.m. Heritage Park & Museums wristband for all festival activities Harvest Moon Barn Dance 6-8 p.m. Admission caramel apples kettle corn hay bales tractor-pulled hay wagon rides arts & crafts bluegrass band. Location: Heritage Park and Museums, 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA. 452-2101. ci.dublin
LAKEWOOD -Lakewood's Lollipop Lane craft boutique. There are three rooms and outdoor space with over 115 vendors selling handmade craft and gift items including Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and country crafts. Free parking and admission. A free shuttle service will be available from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and will run every 15 minutes from the City Hall east parking lot (5050 N. Clark Ave.) to Mayfair Park. Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. lakewoodcity
MOUNTAIN VIEW - Deer Hollow Farm Ohlone Day Step into the daily lives of the original Bay Area inhabitants, the Ohlone. Hands-on activities such as acorn grinding, cooking with hot rocks, shell-drilling, and rope-making, games, face painting, and music, fire-starting and archery demonstrations, skilled flint-knapping and toolcrafting artisans. All proceeds benefit the Farm which is located in Rancho San Antonio County Park. It's a flat 1-mile walk from the parking lot to the Farm. Parking is limited. Car-pooling is encouraged. Time: 1 -4 p.m. , under age 1 year fodhf .
SANTA CRUZ -Heritage Harvest Festival. Draft horse demonstrations, wagon ride, harvest and decorate pumpkins, live music at historic ranch. Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Wilder Ranch State Park, Two miles north on Hwy. 1 Santa Cruz, CA. 426-0505, thatsmypark
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Sunday, October 21, 2012
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 19-21, 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
DOWNEY - Yesterday Once More: Legend and Landmarks of the Carpenters, 4 hour tour with Charles Phoenix and Randy L. Schmidt, author of Little Girl Blue: The Life of Karen Carpenter. Sites include: Shoji Apartments: Richard and Karen's first residence after they moved to California from Connecticut in 1963; Luxury home they bought for and shared with their parents…and where Karen died. This 4-hour school bus field trip tour and slide show begins and ends at the Downey Woman's Club, located at 9813 Paramount Blvd Downey, CA 90240 Yesterday Once More: Carpenters Tour October 21, 2012 11am - 3pm Downey Women's Club 9813 Paramount Blvd. Downey, CA 9. charlesphoenix
LA PUENTE - Main Street Run. 21st Annual Main Street Halloween Run registration begins at 6 a.m. The races will be held on a challenging course that begins with an uphill stretch at the start of the race. The course begins and ends at La Puente City Hall, located at 15900 East Main Street. lapuente
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Monday, October 22, 2012
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Tuesday, October 23, 2012
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Wednesday, October 23, 2012
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Thursday, October 25, 2012
PISMO BEACH Jubilee by the Sea, October 25-28, 2012. 36TH Annual jazz Festival. 20 bands and several guest artists performing at five venues, all connected by a shuttle bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big band performances, dancing, food and beverages are available. pismojazz or 481-7840.
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Friday, October 26, 2012
ALAMEDA - Ship of Spirits. Hear tales about Hornets legendary haunts? Start your Halloween celebration off early by joining us for a special guest lecture followed by a paranormal tour. This special event is 7 p.m. -12 a.m. 5. (510) 521-8448 x224. uss-hornet
ARROYO GRANDE - Halloween Celebration. Ramona Garden Park Center, 5-9:30 p.m. arroygrande
BELLFLOWER Trick or Treat. Time: 4 - 6 p.m. on Laurel St. in downtown Bellflower, bellflowerchamber
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
CAMPBELL Spooky Halloween. Time: 2-6 p.m. fee. ci.campbell
LOS OLIVOS - Santa Ynez Valley Artists' Studio Tour. Kick-off reception October 26 at the Wildling Museum; Then Tour 28 Artists' Studios October 27 & 28 wildlingmuseum
PISMO BEACH Jubilee by the Sea, October 25-28, 2012. 36TH Annual jazz Festival. 20 bands and several guest artists performing at five venues, all connected by a shuttle bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big band performances, dancing, food and beverages are available. pismojazz or 481-7840.
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Saturday, October 27, 2012
ALAMEDA - USS Hornet Grey Ghost Monster Bash. Time: 7:30 p.m. - Midnight. (510) 521-8448 x282. uss-hornet
ATASCADERO - Zoo Boo. Time: 8:30 p.m. Location: 9100 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA. 461-5080. charlespaddockzoo
AMERICAN CANYON Halloween Extravaganza! Community Center Gym, american-canyon
ANAHEIM - Fall Festival. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. anaheimfallfestival
ARROYO GRANDE - Halloween Carnival. Elm Street Park, 4:30- 7:30 p.m. arroygrande
BELVEDERE - Time Machine Halloween Haunt 2012. No Scare version 5- 6:30, scary version 7-8:30 p.m. Belvedere Community Center, cityofbelvedere
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
BIG BEAR LAKE Boo in the Zoo. Time: 1 - 5 p.m. Location: Big Bear Lake, Moonridge Zoo, 43285 Goldmine Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA. 878-4200. moonridgezoo
BIG BEAR LAKE - Moonridge Zoo Flashlight Safari. Gates open 6:15 and close at 6:30 p.m. to start the tour. Bring your flashlight and ware warm clothes. Regular Admission: Under 3 years old free, for ages 3-10 , and over 10 years old . For more information 584-1299.
BISHOP Trunk or Treat. Held at City Park, 4-6 p.m. ca-bishop.us
BRENTWOOD Hometown Halloween, 5 - 8 p.m. First & Oak, Brentwood, CA. brentwoodchamber
BUENA PARK - Halloween Downtown, 3-5 p.m. 8308 On the Mall, Buena Park, CA. buenaparkdowntown
CHOWCHILLA Fairgrounds Trunk or Treat, 4 p.m.
LOS OLIVOS - Santa Ynez Valley Artists' Studio Tour. Kick-off reception October 26 at the Wildling Museum; Then Tour 28 Artists' Studios October 27 & 28 wildlingmuseum
PISMO BEACH Jubilee by the Sea, October 25-28, 2012. 36TH Annual jazz Festival. 20 bands and several guest artists performing at five venues, all connected by a shuttle bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big band performances, dancing, food and beverages are available. pismojazz or 481-7840.
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
AZUSA Trunk or Treat Car & Truck Show, Noon-4 p.m. azusa BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
CAPITOLA Capitola Village Children's Halloween Parade, 1:30 p.m.
LOS OLIVOS - Santa Ynez Valley Artists' Studio Tour. Kick-off reception October 26 at the Wildling Museum; Then Tour 28 Artists' Studios October 27 & 28 wildlingmuseum
PISMO BEACH Jubilee by the Sea, October 25-28, 2012. 36TH Annual jazz Festival. 20 bands and several guest artists performing at five venues, all connected by a shuttle bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big band performances, dancing, food and beverages are available. pismojazz or 481-7840.
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Monday, October 29, 2012
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
BAKERSFIELD Safe Halloween October 30 & 31, 2012, 5-9 p.m. Reservations recommended, Kern County Museum, kcmuseum
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
ALAMEDA - Halloween History Mystery After Hours Tour. Time: 7 p.m. 5. Reservations Required: (510) 521-8448 x224. uss-hornet
ALBANY Halloween On Solano. Trick or Treat, Costume Contest and fun games.
ARCATA - Trick or Treat on the Plaza, 4 - 6 p.m.
ARTESIA Spooktacular Halloween. 5 - 8 p.m. 18750 Clarkdale Ave. cityofartesia.us
ATASCADERO Halloween Carnival at the Sunken Gardens, 5-9 p.m. astascadero
AVALON l Halloween Parade. The event convenes and marches at 4 p.m. catalinachamber
BAKERSFIELD Safe Halloween October 30 & 31, 2012, 5-9 p.m. Reservations recommended, Kern County Museum, kcmuseum
BALBOA ISLAND Trick or Treat 2012 on the Island - starts at dark. Balboa Island, CA.
BENICIA - Haunted Depot. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet
BIG BEAR LAKE - Halloween in the Village, 4:30 - 8 p.m.
CALISTOGA Halloween Parade. Downtown Lincoln Ave., 6-7 p.m.
CERRITOS Halloween Festival. Regional Park, 5-9 p.m. ci.cerritos
CHICO Treat Street Trick or Treat. 2 - 5 p.m. downtownchico
CHINO Halloween Spooktacular. 4 -8 p.m. cityofchino
October 7 - 9, 2011 Sabor de Mexico Lindo Downtown Festival
Downtown
Huntington Park, CA
CARPINTERIA - California Avocado Festival October 5-7, 2012. Location: Downtown Linden Avenue, Carpinteria, CA. Free admission,
October 7 - 9, 2011 Gem Faire / Pleasanton
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Pleasanton, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 NSRA Golden State Street Rod Nationals Plus
Cal Expo
Sacramento, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Rio Vista Bass Derby & Festival
Downtown
Rio Vista, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Santa Ana Fall Festival
Cesar Chavez Park
Santa Ana, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Desert Living Home Show
Palm Springs Convention Center
Palm Springs, CA
October 7 - 28, 2011 Long Beach City Place Farmers Market
City Place
Long Beach, CA
October 7 - 28, 2011 Monrovia Family Festival and Farmers Market
Myrtle & Olive Avenues
Monrovia, CA
October 7 - 28, 2011 Covina Farmers Market and Family Night
in front of Covina City Hall
Covina, CA
October 8, 2011 Diwali Festival of Lights
Memorial Park
Cupertino, CA
October 8, 2011 Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival
Santa Barbara Harbor
Santa Barbara, CA
October 8, 2011 Walnut Family Festival
Suzanne Park
Walnut, CA
October 8, 2011 Celebration of Harvest!
Rancho Sisquoc Winery
Santa Maria, CA
October 8, 2011 San Gabriel Valley Pride Community Unity Day
Pasadena City College Quad
Pasadena, CA
October 8, 2011 Artwalk Livermore, 2011
Award-winning Downtown Livermore
Livermore, CA
October 8, 2011 Saint Stephen's Church Fall Festival
Saint Stephen's Church
San Jose, CA
October 8, 2011 Craft Fair
Niles Veterans Memorial Building
Fremont, CA
October 8, 2011 Lobster Feed
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Felton, CA
October 8, 2011 Nipomo's Best Octoberfest
Nipomo Community Park
Nipomo, CA
October 8, 2011 Second Saturday Art Fair
Historic Downtown
San Juan Capistrano, CA
October 8, 2011 Silver Lake Art Craft & Vintage
Micheltorena Elementary School
Los Angeles, CA
October 8, 2011 Dragonart Ceramics
Moose Lodge
Spring Valley, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Pleasant Hill Art, Jazz & Wine
Crescent Avenue, Downtown
Pleasant Hill, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Oakhurst Fall Chocolate and Wine Festival
Oakhurst Community Park
Oakhurst, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Steele Wines Harvest Festival
Steele Winery Grounds
Kelseyville, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 San Carlos Art and Wine Faire
Laurel Street
San Carlos, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 San Carlos Art and Wine Faire
Laurel Street
San Carlos, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Los Angeles Latino Book & Family Festival
Cal State L. A.
Los Angeles, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Old Time Peddler's Faire
Kern Co. Museum/Pioneer Village
Bakersfield, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Davis Ranch Harvest Festival
Davis Ranch
Sloughhouse, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Celebrate the Arts
Monrovia Library Park
Monrovia, CA
October 8 - 10, 2011 Exeter Fall Festival
City Park
Exeter, CA
October 8 - 16, 2011 Southern California Fair
Lake Perris Fairgrounds
Perris, CA
October 8 - 30, 2011 October Monthly Show
Arts Colony, Gallery SoHo
Pomona, CA
October 9, 2011 Taste of Encino
Ventura Boulevard
Encino, CA
October 9, 2011 San Clemente Seafest
San Clemente Pier Area
San Clemente, CA
October 9, 2011 Pleasanton Antiques and Collectibles Faire
Main Street
Pleasanton, CA
October 9, 2011 The Sacramento Antique Faire
21st Street between W and X Streets
Sacramento, CA
October 13 - 15, 2011 Seasons and Holidays
Pacific Christian Center
Upland, CA
October 13 - 16, 2011 Pacific International Quilt Festival
Santa Clara Convention Center
Santa Clara, CA
October 13 - 16, 2011 Sugar Plum Arts & Crafts Festival
Buena Park Downtown Mall
Buena Park, CA
October 15, 2011 West Sacramento Arts & Craft Fair
Raley Field
West Sacramento, CA
