Saturday, September 16, 2017

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CALIFORNIA: Fiestas Patrias 

ALBION: Digging Dog Nursery's Free Saturday Strolls & Plant Chats, 2 pm. Guided tour by Deborah Whigham - Learn pollinator friendly plants, how to create outdoor "rooms" and develop dynamic design schemes. diggingdog.com. Call the Nursery at (707) 937-1130. Location: 31101 Middle Ridge Road, Albion, CA 95410

ANAHEIM: Anaheim Free Summer Concerts

ANAHEIM: Fest of Ales, 12-4 p.m. 40 craft breweries, food pairings, live music, and games! Location: Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street Anaheim, CA. $61.50, downtownanaheim.com

AVALON: Avalon Free Summer Rock Concerts

AVALON: Catalina Island Women's Forum Wine Festival, 2-5 p.m. This annual fundraiser features over 80 wineries, delectable hors d'oeuvres and smooth jazz. South Beach (near Crescent & Clarissa) Avalon, CA $80-up, theciwf.org

BANNING: Oktoberfest September 15-17, 2017. Free admission - $5 parking Noble Creek Park, 650 W. Oak Valley Parkway Beaumont, CA bcvparks.com

BOONVILLE: Mendocino County Fair & Apple Show September 15-17, 2017 Location: 14400 Highway 128, Boonville, California. mendocountyfair.com

CAMINO: Fall Harvest Festival September 16, 2017 and open every weekend through apple season. Location: El Dorado Orchards, 2948 North Canyon Rd., Camino, CA, eldoradoorchards.com

CARMEL: 54th Annual Sandcastle September 16, 2017,  8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Carmel Beach Scenic, south of 10th Carmel-by-the-Sea, California ci.carmel.ca.us or aiamontereybay.org | sandcastles

CHULA VISTA: Bonitafest September 16, 2017, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Twilight Parade September 15, 2017, 6 p.m. in Rohr Park, chulavistaca.gov
Annual Bonitafest Street Fair and Performing Arts Festival takes place at 751 Otay Lakes Road. Admission and parking are free. Food, art and diverse South County vendors such as City of Chula Vista Conservation Section booth offers tips to save energy and water in your home. Bonita Vista High School, Chula Vista, CA.

CLAYTON: Clayton California Free Summer Concerts

CLEAR LAKE: Seaplane Splash In September 16, 2017, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. lakecochamber.com/clear-lake-seaplane-splash-in/ | clearlakesplashin.com

CRESTON: Creston, CA Classic Rodeo September 14-17, 2017. Location: 6180 Webster Road Creston, CA. crestonclassicrodeo.org | rodeos

CULVER CITY: Birthday Party In The Park  September 16, 2017, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Veterans Park. Free, culvercity.org | culvercity100.org | centennial

DANVILLE: Danville Concours d'Elegance September 16-17, 2017 Concours Downtown Danville Sunday, September 17, 2017 400 Hartz Ave. Danville, CA 94526 Free admission - donations encouraged danville-delegance.org Tour d'Elegance & Gala Dinner September 16, 2017 features Linda Rondstadt with an inspirational tale of her successful career while battling Parkinson's. Ticketed event is held at the Blackhawk Museum.

DOWNEY: Downey Food & Music Festival September 16, 2017, 4-11 p.m. Downey Avenue between 2nd & 4th Downey, CA Free admission downeyca.org

EL CERRITO: Centennial Showcase Parade. After the parade, stay and enjoy free entertainment 12-3 p.m. Free sandwiches and cupcakes for the first 1,000 people! | centennial

FAIR OAKS: Fair Oaks Chicken Festival September 16, 2017, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10219 Fair Oaks Boulevard Fair Oaks, CA Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. fairoakspark.org

FERNDALE: Bargain Lovers' Weekend September 15-17, 2017. It's the biggest sale of its kind in the history of Humboldt County. From Main Street to side streets the whole town is getting in on the act! More than 100 different locations offering everything from antiques to zithers. Time: Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 to 4 p.m. visitferndale.com

FIDDLETOWN: Fiddletown Fiddlers' Jam Saturday, September 16, 2017, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Musician sign-ups begin at 9 a.m. fiddletownca.org

GOLETA: Lemon Festival and Fall Classic Car Show (Sept.16) September 16-17, 2017. Sat: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Girsh Park 7050 Phelps Road Goleta, CA
lemonfestival.com Free admission

GROVELAND: 49er Festival, Chili & Salsa Cook-Off!  Groveland, California The highlight of the day is the Chili Cook-off with local chefs vying for top awards in three categories: Beans, No Beans and Vegetarian Chili. Free music, kids zone, wood carver, gun fights and food & vendor booths. Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. groveland.org

HANFORD: Hanford California Summer Concerts

HEALDSBURG: Harvest Party 2017 at Alexander Valley Vineyards September 16, 2017, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Alexander Valley Vineyards, 8644 California 128, Healdsburg, CA, avvwine.com AVV's biggest all-day party of the year with grape picking & stomping, bocce ball and fun on the historic Wetzel Family Estate. | stomps

HOLLISTER: Northern California Renaissance Faire September 16 - October 15, 2017 Casa de Fruta 10031 Pacheco Pass Hwy Hollister, CA norcalrenfaire.com Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Approx. Cost: $25; Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full event $150.

HOLLYWOOD: Hollywood Concerts

HUNTINGTON BEACH: Pacific Islander Festival  September 16-17, 2017  Huntington Central Park, 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

HUNTINGTON BEACH: Timeless Treasures Boutique September 14-17, 2017 6905 Warner Ave. Huntington Beach, CA timelesstreasuresboutiques.com

INGLEWOOD: Hispanic Heritage Festival, Free, cityofinglewood.org | Live entertainment, Aztec and Ballet Folklorico dancers

KERMAN: Kerman Harvest Festival & Parade September 14-17, 2017 kermanchamber.org Parade is on Saturday.

LONG BEACH: Moompetam: Native American Festival September 16-17, 2017, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
In celebration of local Native American cultures, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its 10th annual Moompetam Festival, featuring traditional music, dance, cultural craft demonstrations, storytelling, and educational programs. The festival will celebrate California's indigenous maritime cultures, including the Tongva, Chumash, Acjachemen, Costanoan, Luiseño, and Kumeyaay.
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach Cost: $16-30, aquariumofpacific.org

LOS ANGELES: Fiestas Patrias California September 16-17, 2017, 12-8 p.m. | Olvera Street Plaza on Saturday and Sunday listed to the unforgettable rhythms of Mariachi music on the festival's main stage.

LIVE OAK: Live Oak Festival September 16, 2017, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. liveoakchamber.org Parade at 10 a.m. The Live Oak Festival is a celebration of  agriculture's role in the community. industry plays in our community, beginning with a parade in the Historic Commercial District. Opening ceremonies follow and then live entertainment, craft and food vendors, children's activities and a car show. Meet Miss Live Oak, and enjoy family fun. Car enthusiasts, you won't want to miss participating in our parade and classic car show.

LODI: Lodi Grape Fair & Harvest September 14-17, 2017
413 E. Lockford St Lodi, California grapefestival.com

LOS ANGELES: Pittance Chamber Music, kicks off it's 2017-18 Season with Mozart, Berg, Brahms and Bernstein, featuring Principal players from the LA Opera Orchestra, along with Domingo Colburn Stein Young Artist, soprano Elizabeth Zharoff. Time: 3 p.m. Ticket: $35, PittanceChamberMusic.org . Location: The Music Center's Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 North Grand Avenue, Downtown Los Angeles, CA

MADERA: Ficklin Vineyards 70th Harvest Dinner & Grape Stomp 7-9 p.m. Location: 30246 Avenue 7 1/2 Madera, CA 93637 $35, 21+, ficklin.com ​ with a hearty great stomp and meal. Savor Tri-tip BBQ al fresco, Stomp grapes, Taste Ports, Sip on Port punch and Sangrias, Indulge in desserts, play corn hole, sample fermentations in process on their way to becoming award-winning Ports! | stomps

MONROVIA: Beer, Wine & Music Fest, 4-8 p.m.Monrovia Station Square Park Monrovia, California Monrovia Chamber Of Commerce, monroviacc.com $45-65 tickets.beerfests.com Monrovia Station Beer & Music Fest celebrates the opening of the Station Square Park & Metro Goldline. Over 30 craft beers, food from popular local food vendors sold. Age 21+

MONTEREY: Monterey Jazz Festival September 15-17, 2017

NAPA: Napa Valley Aloha Festival September 16-17, 2017 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Napa Valley Expo 575 Third St.  Napa, CA.
manaleohcf.org/aloha-festival | polynesian

NOVATO: Native American Trade Feast  Saturday, September 16th. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.  Celebrating Museum of the American Indian 50th year. Location: Miwok Park,  2200 Novato Blvd. Novato, CA (in front of the  museum)  Free to the public, marinindian.com   (415) 897-4064   

OCEANSIDE: Harbor Days September 16-17, 2017. Harbor Days is free to the public. Shuttle buses run all day from various parking locations and to the different venues. Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Beach & Harbor, Oceanside, CA. kennedyfaires.com

ONTARIO: Route 66 Reunion September 15-17, 2017 Euclid Avenue Ontario, CA Route66CruisinReunion.com Vintage Metal Road Show attracts car enthusiasts, hot rodders, musicians, vendors and sponsors to the car festival along historic tree-lined Euclid Avenue during the third weekend of September.

PACIFIC PALISADES:  Pacific Polo Tour Hollywood Cup. Location: Will Rogers Polo Club 1501 Will Rogers State Park Road Pacific Palisades, CA willrogerspolo.org

PLEASANTON: Bay Area Pet Fair September 16-17, 2017. Sat. 10am - 5pm, Sun. 10am - 5pm Alameda County Fairgrounds, bayareapetfair.org

RANDSBURG: Randsburg Old West Day September 16, 2017, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Street fair with country western and bluegrass bands, food booths, antiques, collectibles, and other vendors. Gunfighters, Mounted Posse, Vintage Car Show, and other Entertainment. The day starts off with an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast at the Opera House  $5  donation. Location: Rand Desert Museum, Butte Ave. 161 Butte Ave., Randsburg CA, Free to Public. randdesertmuseum.com

RED BLUFF: Ide Adobe Day September 16, 2017 William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park 21659 Adobe Road Red Bluff, CA 96080 parks.ca.gov Listen to period music of the Ide Adobe Players and experience hands-on pioneer crafts and period activities. This event is located at the historic ranch and ferry crossing.

PLYMOUTH: Barbera Festival 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Over 70 wineries -- Sierra Foothills, Paso Robles, Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, Livermore, Ventura County, Lodi and the Bay Area. Ticket includes wine tasting and commemorative wine glass. Food, beer and white wines sold separately. Free parking. Location: Terra d'Oro Winery 20680 Shenandoah School Rd Plymouth, CA. $30-51, barberafestival.com

REDWOOD CITY: Fiestas Patrias at Courthouse Square, Free, redwoodcity.org

ROCKLIN: Hot Chili & Cool Cars, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Quarry District, Pacific Street in Rocklin, Rocklin, CA rocklinchamber.com

ROSEVILLE: Roseville California Evening Concerts

ROSEVILLE: Crossroads Doll and Teddy Bear Show. Placer County Fairgrounds Jones Hall 800 All America City Blvd Roseville, CA 95678 crossroadsshows.com $8-10 admission, Free-$4 for ages under 12 years

SACRAMENTO: California Brewers Festival September 16, 2017, 1-5 p.m. $25-up Discovery Park Sacramento, CA calbrewfest.com

SAN DIEGO: Old Town Fiestas Patrias | San Diego Avenue and Twiggs Street. Mission Valley and Old Town festival to commemorate Mexico's independence from Spain. parks.ca.gov

SAN FRANCISCO: Plate by Plate, 7-10 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment, mix and mingle with local philanthropists, and bid on an extensive list of silent auction items. Bespoke Market San Francisco, CA platebyplate.org $150-250 approx. Project by Project's annual fundraising food and wine gala, Plate by Plate!

SAN JOSE: Bark In The Park September 16, 2017, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. William & 16th St. San Jose, CA barksanjose.org Free admission, $5 per dog donation. Largest dog festival in U.S.

SAN JOSE: Fiestas Patrias El Grito Festival at Discovery Meadow/Guadalupe River Park | 180 Woz Way and San Carlos Street | San Jose, CA | Free admission, latinbayarea.com 

SANTA ANA: Fiestas Santa Ana September 16-17, 2017 Noon | ci.santa-ana.ca.us | Friday Night Carnival | Saturday Street Fair | Sunday Parade at 4 p.m. on Main Street

SAN RAMON: V3Hopfest Bikes and Beer! September 16, 2017, 12 Noon-5 p.m. $30-up, register and get festival tickets: v3hopfest.com  V3 is the ride (15, 30, 60, or 100 mi) in the majestic foothills of Mount  Diablo and the San Ramon and Livermore Valleys. 20 craft breweries,  live music, upscale food trucks, flyover by NorCal Beech Boys, and new this  year - a cornhole tournament! Sponsored by the Dougherty Valley San Ramon  Rotary Club and benefitting the Sentinels of Freedom Scholarship Foundation  and the veterans causes.

SANTA CLARA: Art and Wine Festival 16-17, 2017.
Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
This popular event features 175 artists and crafts vendors, tempting foods, Kids Kingdom, handcrafted beer, delicious wines, and continuous live entertainment on three stages. The festival is held in Central Park. SantaClaraArtandWine.com

SANTA ROSA: Lamplight Rural Cemetery Tours September 15-16, 2017. Walk at night through the city's oldest cemetery to experience dramatic portrayals of early settlers. Lights, costumes and stage settings create a magical time as characters from the past depict a scene from their lives in the history of Santa Rosa. Tours last approximately 90 minutes and meet at the McDonald Gate. Pre-registration required. Book early – tours sell out by mid-summer! $35 rain or shine, age 8+, sells out! srcity.org/ruralcemetery (707) 543-3279 Location: 1600 Franklin Ave. Santa Rosa, CA

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE: Sample the Sierra. Live entertainment, art and a fireworks extravaganza over Lake Tahoe! Bijou Community Park 1201 Al Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe, CA. samplethesierra.com

TEMPLETON: Heirloom Tomato Tasting September 16, 2017, 11 a.m.  Jack Creek Farms 5000 Highway 46 West Templeton, CA 93465 805-239-1915 $7-10, jackcreekfarms.com

TRACY: La Gozadera  at Windmill Ridge Winery | (209) 597-8288 | Premier Production Group, LLC. celebrates and honors Hispanic Heritage Month with The Good Time Party

TULARE: Tulare County Fair September 13-17, 2017
215 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave
Tulare, California
tularefair.org

UNIVERSAL CITY: Halloween Horror Nights September 15-November 4, 2017 $65-up, UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Location: 100 Universal City Plaza Universal City, CA

VALLEJO: Greek Festival September 16-17, 2017 Sts Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church 1224 Alabama St. Vallejo, CA  707-745-0200 phone Stscah.com

VENTURA: Craft Beer Heaven, California Beer Festival Sept. 15-17, 2017 Mission Park Ventura, CA californiabeerfestival.com

WALNUT CREEK:  Walnut Festival  Twilight Parade. 6 p.m. Route: Main Street from Mt. Diablo Boulevard to Civic Drive, ending at Civic Park in Downtown Walnut Creek thewalnutfestival.org

WATSONVILLE: Santa Cruz County Fair September 13-17, 2017. Location: 2601 E. Lake Ave. Watsonville, CA
santacruzcountyfair.com

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