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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.com


 
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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.com
SAN BRUNO - Tastes of San Bruno. Location: San Bruno Recreation Center Time: 6-8 p.m. Tickets: $25 (includes 2 raffle tickets). Call: (650) 588-0180. sanbrunochamber.com



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Wednesday, October 3, 2012

SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup.com
 



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Thursday, October 4, 2012

SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup.com
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.com
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. Call 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. Call: (760) 876 9103,  lonepinefilmfestival.org
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.org
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.com
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup.com
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 $2 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. Tickets:  $9 Adult, $7 age 62+, $4 age 13-17, Free age 12 and under. Call (800) 346-1212.  harvestfestival.com



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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. Cost:  $20/person. Pre-register by calling (818) 597-7361. Space is limited. reyesadobedays.org
ARCATA
-  Pastels on the Plaza.  North Coast Children’s Services - (707) 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.org
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 $6, and over 10 years old $9. For more information call (909) 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.org
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: $6. Location: International Printing Museum, 315 W. Torrance Blvd, Carson, CA 90745. Call: (310) 515-7166.  printmuseum.org For tickets and vendor info go to fair@printmuseum.org
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. Cost: Free Location: Halecrest Park 3107 Killybrooke Lane and 3124 College Ave., Costa Mesa, California. Call Halecrest Park (714) 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. Call 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: $2,  age 6 - 13 $1, under age 5 free. lambtown.com
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. Call: (760) 876 9103,  lonepinefilmfestival.org
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 $20
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.com
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.org
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. Cost: Free.  oxnardnews.org 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.com
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup.com
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.com
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.com
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 $2 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. Tickets:  $9 Adult, $7 age 62+, $4 age 13-17, Free age 12 and under. Call (800) 346-1212.  harvestfestival.com
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 | Call: (831) 427-0650. seconds-sale.com
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.com
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: $2,  age 6 - 13 $1, under age 5 free. lambtown.com
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. Call: (760) 876 9103,  lonepinefilmfestival.org
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.com
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.org
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. ci.millbrae.ca.us
SAN FRANCISCO - America's Cup World Series, Oct. 2-7. americascup.com
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.com
SAN FRANCISCO - Castro Street Fair castrostreetfair.org
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. Cost: Free. openstreets.org
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 $2 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. Tickets:  $9 Adult, $7 age 62+, $4 age 13-17, Free age 12 and under. Call (800) 346-1212.  harvestfestival.com


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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. Cost: $35 door, $25 pre-sale.  Call (626) 334-1507


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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.org


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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.org
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.com.


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Saturday, October 13, 2012

APPLE VALLEY - Halloween.  Ages 5 and up  $3 admission. Apple Valley Conference Center, applevalley.org
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. $15. General admission $10, children under 10 free with adult.   Location: Kern County Museum, 3801 Chester Ave., Bakersfield, CA. Call: (661) 868-8400, kcmuseum.org
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.org
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 $6, and over 10 years old $9. For more information call (909) 584-1299.
BISHOP
- Skate & Bike Jam, Oct.13-14. All ages invited -3 categories. $10 participant registration. Contact Bishop City Hall,  (760) 784-1452
ca-bishop.us
CALISTOGA
  - Harvest Hoedown. Dance to Nashville Swing Band, enjoy live and silent auctions, gourmet BBQ dinner and Salsa Taste-Off.  Cost: $55.  (707) 889-0901.  calistogarotary.org
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.com.
RIALTO - Fire Department Pancake Breakfast and Fire Prevention Open House. Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Location: 131 S. Willow Ave., Rialto, CA. Call: (909) 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.org
BISHOP - Skate & Bike Jam, Oct.13-14. All ages invited -3 categories. $10 participant registration. Contact Bishop City Hall,  (760) 784-1452
ca-bishop.us
COSTA MESA - The Big Squeeze Accordion Festival. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $2 admission to OC Market Place, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA.  ocmarketplace.com
DANA POINT
- Woodie Car Show Presented By - SoCal Woodie Club. Time 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost: 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: $10 adults, $6 students, $4 children. Location: Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA. theautry.org
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.com.


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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.  Cost: $35. 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: (562) 633-4400 or e-mail:  gosolar@solarexpert.com. 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.  Free. veniceartcrawl.com


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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.  Cost: $100.  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.org
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 free. 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.com


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Saturday, October 20, 2012

ALISO VIEJO - Fall Harvest Festival at Grant Park,  10 am. - Noon. avca.net
APPLE VALLEY
  Happy Trails Chili Cookoff. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost: $5 admission. Held at Lenny Brewster Sports Center, 21024 Otoe Rd. ICS sanctioned Chili Cook-off, great Car Show, sample chili and vote for favorite. Call: (760) 490-3488. happytrailschilicookoff.com
ARVIN - Annual Crab Feed, arvinchamberofcommerce.com
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 19-21, 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet.org
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 $6, and over 10 years old $9. For more information call (909) 584-1299.
CITRUS HEIGHTS
 Antelope Crossing Halloween Spooktacular, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. citrusheights.net
CRESCENT CITY Chills for Children Adult Halloween Party,  8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.  Crescent City Cultural Center. Tickets $20, $25 door. delnorte.org
DUBLIN - Harvest Fair and Harvest Moon Barn Dance. Noon-6 p.m. Heritage Park & Museums $5 wristband for all festival activities Harvest Moon Barn Dance 6-8 p.m. $5 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. call: (925) 452-2101. ci.dublin.ca.us
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.org
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. $5,  under age 1 year free! fodhf.org.
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. Cost: Free. Location: Wilder Ranch State Park, Two miles north on Hwy. 1 Santa Cruz, CA. Call: (831) 426-0505, thatsmypark.org 


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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.org
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 $79. charlesphoenix.com
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.org


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Tuesday, 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.com or call (805) 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. Cost: $45. Call: (510) 521-8448 x224.  uss-hornet.org 
ARROYO GRANDE
Halloween Celebration. Ramona Garden Park Center, 5-9:30 p.m. arroygrande.org
BELLFLOWER
Trick or Treat. Time: 4 - 6 p.m. on Laurel St. in downtown Bellflower,  bellflowerchamber.com 
BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet.org
CAMPBELL Spooky Halloween. Time: 2-6 p.m. $5 fee. ci.campbell.ca.us
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.org
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.com or call (805) 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.org 
ATASCADERO
- Zoo Boo. Time: 8:30 p.m. Location:  9100 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA. Call: (805)  461-5080.  charlespaddockzoo.org
AMERICAN CANYON  Halloween Extravaganza! Community Center Gym, ci.american-canyon.ca.us
ANAHEIM - Fall Festival. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.  anaheimfallfestival.org
ARROYO GRANDE -  Halloween Carnival. Elm Street Park, 4:30- 7:30 p.m. arroygrande.org
BELVEDERE
- Time Machine Halloween Haunt 2012. No Scare version  5- 6:30, scary version 7-8:30 p.m. Belvedere Community Center, cityofbelvedere.org
BENICIA
- Haunted Depot, October 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet.org
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. Call: (909) 878-4200. moonridgezoo.org
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 $6, and over 10 years old $9. For more information call (909) 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.com
BUENA PARK - Halloween Downtown, 3-5 p.m.  8308 On the Mall, Buena Park, CA. buenaparkdowntown.com
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.org
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.com or call (805) 481-7840.



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Sunday, October 28, 2012 

AZUSA Trunk or Treat Car & Truck Show, Noon-4 p.m.  ci.azusa.ca.us BENICIA - Haunted Depot, October 26-28th & 31, 2012. Location: SP Depot/Benicia Main Street 90 First Street Benicia Main Street, BeniciaMainStreet.org
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.org
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.com or call (805) 481-7840.


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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.org


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Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Halloween City Events

ALAMEDA - Halloween History Mystery After Hours Tour. Time: 7 p.m.  Cost: $35. Reservations Required: (510) 521-8448 x224. uss-hornet.org
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.org
AVALON l Halloween Parade. The event convenes and marches at 4 p.m. catalinachamber.com 
BAKERSFIELD Safe Halloween  October 30 & 31,  2012,  5-9 p.m. Reservations recommended, Kern County Museum, kcmuseum.org
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.org
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.ca.us
CHICO Treat Street Trick or Treat. 2 - 5 p.m.  downtownchico.net
CHINO  Halloween Spooktacular. 4 -8 p.m.  cityofchino.org

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

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