California Events
FRESNO: Fresno Home Show March 7-9, 2014
premierhomeshows.com
LAGUNA BEACH
-Laguna Beach a la Carte
-- A
Food & Wine Experience, March 7-9,
2014. Prices vary at participating
locations. lagunabeachfoodies.com
| Region: Orange County
LA QUINTA - La Quinta Arts Festival, March
6-9, 2014.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Cost: $12, $15 multi-day pass
La Quinta Civic Center Campus
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta CA
(760) 564-1244
lqaf.com | Region: Desert
LONG BEACH: Fred Hall Show
March 5-9, 2014 at Long Beach Convention Center
MARIPOSA: Mariposa Storytelling Festival, March 7 -9, 2014. 27th Annual Storytelling Festival! Call
(800) 903-9936 to order tickets
MONROVIA: Monrovia Family Day Festival.
Fancy name for Friday Farmers Market!
Myrtle & Olive Avenues - Monrovia, CA . familyfestivalproductions.net
PLEASANTON: Gem Faire, March 7 -9,
2014. Over 70 exhibitors Gem Faire Hours:
Fri. 12pm-6pm Sat 10am-6pm Sun. 10am-5pm
Cost: $7 weekend pass Under age 12 Free
Alameda County Fairgrounds 4501 Pleasanton
Ave. gemfaire.com
POMONA - Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival,
March 6-8, 2014, 10 a.m. - 5
p.m. daily. At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many Make and Take workshops or FREE educational seminars.
Free admission with downloaded web coupon on quiltcraftsew.com. $10 door.
Location: Fairplex, Building 6, Pomona, CA. Call (801) 463-1200.
fairplex.com
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
SANTA BARBARA -
International Women’s Festival, March 7-9,
2014. Series of lectures and receptions
that include exceptional women and men.
Location: Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa
Barbra, CA. Cost: $5- up. womensfestivals.org
SONORA
Sonora Celtic Faire,
March 7-9, 2014. Annual event features top
Irish, Celtic bands, jousting, vendors,
foods, Highland games and many activities
and entertainment for all ages. Mothers
Lodge Fairground, Sonora, CA. sonoracelticfaire.com
TEMECULA - Temecula Rod Run, 7-8,
2014. Great Car Show with pre-74 cars
only. Bi-annual event held in Old Town
Temecula. rodruntemecula.com
ARROYO GRANDE:
Fleabag Flea Market, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Elm Street Pavilion, Arroyo Grande, CA. parks4pups.org
COOL:
Way Too Cool in Cool Marathon wtc50k.com
DEATH VALLEY: Art Show & Brunch, March 8-
9, 2014.
Furnace Creek Ranch - Death Valley, CA
ESCONDIDO:
Spring Forward Festival. Live
music, BBQ, Kids Zone, Hot Dog Eating
Contest, Wonder Pet Expo, Grape Day Park - Escondido - Escondido, CA
FRESNO: Fresno Home Show March 7-9, 2014. premierhomeshows.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH:
Kite Party March 8-9, 2014 kiteparty.com
LAGUNA BEACH
-Laguna Beach a la Carte
-- A
Food & Wine Experience, March 7-9,
2014. Prices vary at participating
locations. lagunabeachfoodies.com
| Region: Orange County
LA QUINTA - La Quinta Arts Festival, March
6-9, 2014.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Cost: $12, $15 multi-day pass
La Quinta Civic Center Campus
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta CA
(760) 564-1244
lqaf.com | Region: Desert
LITTLE RIVER: Taste of Little River. Discover the Gourmet Food, Arts, Wine and Adventures of Little River
as you fill your passport & enter the contest drawing
for prizes: Lodging, Dinner, Kayaking, Golf & Art. Passports are available at every event
Signature event. Time: 1 – 4 pm
Locally roasted coffee by Thanksgiving Coffee and local wines by Alder Vineyards, Edmeades Winery, Graziano, Handley Cellars, Lichen, Lula Cellars, and Stevenswood
Wines. Tickets are $25 in advance by calling
Little River Inn at (707) 937-5942 or $30 at
Andiron (Event Check in), mendowhale.com/events.htm
LONG BEACH:
Fred Hall Show
March 5-9, 2014 at Long Beach Convention Center
MARIPOSA: Mariposa Storytelling Festival, March 7 -9, 2014. 27th Annual Storytelling Festival! Call
(800) 903-9936 to order tickets
MONTEREY: Art on the Plaza, March 8 -9,
2014.
Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA
PLEASANTON: Gem Faire, March 7 -9, 2014.
Over 70 exhibitors Gem Faire Hours: Fri.
12pm-6pm Sat 10am-6pm Sun. 10am-5pm Cost: $7
weekend pass Under age 12 Free Alameda
County Fairgrounds 4501 Pleasanton Ave.
gemfaire.com
POMONA - Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival,
March 6-8, 2014, 10 a.m. - 5
p.m. daily. At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many Make and Take workshops or FREE educational seminars.
Free admission with downloaded web coupon on quiltcraftsew.com. $10 door.
Location: Fairplex, Building 6, Pomona, CA. Call (801) 463-1200.
fairplex.com
QUARTZ HILL: March 8 -9, 2014 - Almond Blossom Parade and Festival George Lane Park - Quartz Hill, CA
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old
ROSEVILLE: Crossroads Doll & Teddy
Bear Show & Sale.
You’ll find fine antiques, dolls, teddy bears, miniatures, supplies, furniture and accessories. This is a family friendly show with wonderful items to delight our young collectors. Door Prizes and Free Parking.
Time:10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location:
Placer County Fairgrounds,
800 All American City Blvd., Roseville, CA.
Adult $7, $4 age 12 and under. Call: (775) 348 -7713.
info@crossroadsshows.com, crossroadsshow.com
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: Second Saturday Art Fair
in
Historic Downtown - San Juan Capistrano, CA
POINT ARENA: Point Arena Crafts Fair
and Flea Market. Point Arena, CA
SAN JOSE: San Jose Spring Home Show March 8-9, 2014 at San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA, homeshowsanjose.com
SAN MARINO: 56th Annual Gem & Mineral
Show, March 8-9, 2014. Sat 10-6, Sun. 10-5,
free admission, Nature's Palette of Gems and
Minerals includes dealers, gems, minerals,
beads, jewelry, fossils, displays, kids'
games, silent auction, raffle, lapidary
demonstrations. Pasadena Lapidary Society,
San Marino Masonic Center, 3130 Huntington
Dr., Call: (626) 260-7239,
pasadenalapidarysociety.org
SANTA BARBARA
-
International Women’s Festival, March 7-9,
2014. Series of lectures and receptions
that include exceptional women and men.
Location: Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa
Barbra, CA. Cost: $5- up. womensfestivals.org
SANTA BARBARA: Santa Barbara Doll Club Show and Sale.
The show features the Finest Dealers with an array of wonderful Antique & Collectible Dolls and Bears,
Doll Clothes, Accessories, Wigs, Toys, Books, and much, much more! Guests may bring a doll for free identification. Doll
repair vendor will be on premises. Hours: 10
a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission $5, kids free. Call: (805)733-1261.
SONORA
Sonora Celtic Faire,
March 7-9, 2014. Annual event features top
Irish, Celtic bands, jousting, vendors,
foods, Highland games and many activities
and entertainment for all ages. Mothers
Lodge Fairground, Sonora, CA. sonoracelticfaire.com
SPRECKELS: Salinas Valley Rock & Gem Club Show, March
8-9, 2014. S, Sat 10-5, Sun. 10-5, free
admission, door prizes, raffle, dealers,
rough rock, slabs, finished jewelry,
fossils, gems, beads, findings, cab making
demonstration, bug beads, silent auction,
wheel of fortune, tumbled stone bags, case
displays, call Karin Salomon, CA (831)
375-5233. preckels Vets Hall, 5th St. and
Llano St. salinasrockandgem.com
TEMECULA - Temecula Rod Run, 7-8, 2014. Great Car Show with pre-74 cars
only. Bi-annual event held in Old Town
Temecula. rodruntemecula.com
TURLOCK:
Mother Lode Mineral Society Gem & Mineral
Show, March 8-9 , 2014. Sat 10-5, Sun. 10-5,
adults $6, children (under 12) free with
adult, more than 40 dealers, rocks,
minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, supplies,
fluorescents, jewelry-making demonstrations,
fluorescent display tent, children's
activities, bracelet making, soapstone
carving, Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900
N. Broadway, Call: (209) 524-3494, turlockgemshow.com
TEMPLETON: Spring Fling Animal
Fetch Competition. Location: Vineyard Dog Park, Vineyard Dog Park, 1010 Semillon Lane in Templeton, CA.
Time: 9:30 a.m. - Noon. $3 per dog. parks4pups.org
FOLSOM:
Lake Natoma Marathon elementalrunning.com
FRESNO: Fresno Home Show March 7-9, 2014
premierhomeshows.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH:
Kite Party March 8-9, 2014 kiteparty.com
LAGUNA BEACH
-Laguna Beach a la Carte
-- A
Food & Wine Experience, March 7-9,
2014. Prices vary at participating
locations. lagunabeachfoodies.com
| Region: Orange County
LA QUINTA - La Quinta Arts Festival, March
6-9, 2014.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Cost: $12, $15 multi-day pass
La Quinta Civic Center Campus
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta CA
(760) 564-1244
lqaf.com | Region: Desert
LONG BEACH: Fred Hall Show
March 5-9, 2014 at Long Beach Convention Center
LOS ANGELES:
L.A. Marathon lamarathon.com
MARIPOSA: Mariposa Storytelling Festival, March 7 -9, 2014. 27th Annual Storytelling Festival! Call
(800) 903-9936 to order tickets
OAKLAND:
Oakland Bacon and Beer Festival. Your ticket gets you into the Festival
where you're free to sample from the
restaurants and brewers.
Time: 2:30 -5 p.m.
Location: Jack London Market Building, 55 Harrison, Oakland, CA. baconandbeer.net/oakland
PLEASANTON: Gem Faire, March 7 -9, 2014.
Over 70 exhibitors Gem Faire Hours: Fri.
12pm-6pm Sat 10am-6pm Sun. 10am-5pm Cost: $7
weekend pass Under age 12 Free Alameda
County Fairgrounds 4501 Pleasanton Ave.
gemfaire.com
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
REDONDO BEACH:
Festival of the Kite. 12
Noon- 5 p.m. redondopier.com
SAN JOSE: San Jose Spring Home Show March 8-9, 2014 at San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA, homeshowsanjose.com
SANTA BARBARA -
International Women’s Festival, March 7-9,
2014. Series of lectures and receptions
that include exceptional women and men.
Location: Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa
Barbra, CA. Cost: $5- up. womensfestivals.org
SAN MARINO: 56th Annual Gem & Mineral
Show, March 8-9, 2014. Sat 10-6, Sun. 10-5,
free admission, Nature's Palette of Gems and
Minerals includes dealers, gems, minerals,
beads, jewelry, fossils, displays, kids'
games, silent auction, raffle, lapidary
demonstrations. Pasadena Lapidary Society,
San Marino Masonic Center, 3130 Huntington
Dr., Call: (626) 260-7239,
pasadenalapidarysociety.org SONORA
Sonora Celtic Faire,
March 7-9, 2014. Annual event features top
Irish, Celtic bands, jousting, vendors,
foods, Highland games and many activities
and entertainment for all ages. Mothers
Lodge Fairground, Sonora, CA. sonoracelticfaire.com
SPRECKELS:
Salinas Valley Rock & Gem Club Show, March
8-9, 2014. S, Sat 10-5, Sun. 10-5, free
admission, door prizes, raffle, dealers,
rough rock, slabs, finished jewelry,
fossils, gems, beads, findings, cab making
demonstration, bug beads, silent auction,
wheel of fortune, tumbled stone bags, case
displays, call Karin Salomon, CA (831)
375-5233. preckels Vets Hall, 5th St. and
Llano St. salinasrockandgem.com
TURLOCK:
Mother Lode Mineral Society Gem & Mineral
Show, March 8-9 , 2014. Sat 10-5, Sun. 10-5,
adults $6, children (under 12) free with
adult, more than 40 dealers, rocks,
minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, supplies,
fluorescents, jewelry-making demonstrations,
fluorescent display tent, children's
activities, bracelet making, soapstone
carving, Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900
N. Broadway, Call: (209) 524-3494,
turlockgemshow.com
REDDING: The Big Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge yourself, test your mental and physical abilities and explore. Adventure Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer, River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag and Charlie’s Web are options in this learning experience best suited for ages 5-12 years old.
REDDING: The Big Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge yourself, test your mental and physical abilities and explore. Adventure Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer, River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag and Charlie’s Web are options in this learning experience best suited for ages 5-12 years old.
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
SOLVANG: Taste of
Solvang, March 12-16, 2014 tasteofsolvang.org
CHULA VISTA: Taste of Third Avenue & Art Walk.
Third Avenue Village - Chula Vista, CA
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
SAN FRANCISCO:
Bark & Whine
Ball, 6:30-10 p.m. Location: Fort Mason Center, Festival Pavilion. sfspca.org
SOLVANG: Taste of
Solvang, March 12-16, 2014 tasteofsolvang.org
DEL MAR: Gem Faire, March 14 -16,
2014. Over 100 exhibitors Gem Faire Hours:
Fri. 12pm-6pm Sat 10am-6pm Sun. 10am-5pm
Cost: $7 weekend pass Under age 12 Free. Del
Mar Fairgrounds/Bing Crosby Hall 2260 Jimmy
Durante Blvd. gemfaire.com
DUBLIN:
St. Patrick's Day Celebration, March 14-16, 2014, St. Patrick's Day Parade March 15, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.
EL
CENTRO -
Blue Angels Air
Pre-Show Food Festival and Party. NAF EL Centro Annual Air Show, Entertainment & Food Festival is
held at NAF El Centro
Hangar 6. Sample food from local
Imperial Valley Restaurants, listen
to live entertainment and enjoy
fireworks and more. Public invited
and admission is free. Stick
around afterward for the Pre-Air Show Party
at the Sun Downer Club. Event begins
at 5:30 p.m. Call (760) 339-2380 for info.
mwrtoday.com/elcentroairshow
ONTARIO: Inland Empire Home Show
March 14-16, 2014 Ontario Convention
Center, occhomeshow.com
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
SANTA BARBARA:
International Orchid Show, March 14 - 16, 2014 . 69th annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show's
"Complements and Contast" includes displays, fine art and photography, orchid culture demonstrations,
and orchid plants for sale. Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: $12, Free age 12 & under , Seniors & Students - $10.
Parking: $5. Contact: (805)403-1533 sborchidshow.com
SANTA ROSA: Sonoma County Home & Garden Show Mar. 14-16,
2014 Sonoma County Fairgrounds Spring Show. Friday: noon - 7 pm Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm Sunday: 10 am
- 6 pm Show Admission: General (13+ years) $7 Child (12 under) Free Friday
Only, Seniors $4. Sonoma County Fairgrounds 1350 Bennett Valley Road Santa
Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 545-4200 sonomacountyhomeshows.com
SOLVANG: Taste of
Solvang, March 12-16, 2014 tasteofsolvang.org
VENTURA: Ventura Home & Garden Shows March 14 -16, 2014 Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds
22nd Annual "Spring Show" ~
Friday Noon-6, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-5. capitalshowcase.com
AVALON: Catalina Conservancy runcatalina.com
DEL MAR: Gem Faire, March 14 -16,
2014. Over 100 exhibitors Gem Faire Hours:
Fri. 12pm-6pm Sat 10am-6pm Sun. 10am-5pm
Cost: $7 weekend pass Under age 12 Free. Del
Mar Fairgrounds/Bing Crosby Hall 2260 Jimmy
Durante Blvd. gemfaire.com
DUBLIN:
St. Patrick's Day Celebration, March 14-16, 2014, St. Patrick's Day Parade March 15, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.
EL
CENTRO -
Blue Angels Air
Show free to see, public invited. mwrtoday.com/elcentroairshow
HERMOSA BEACH:
St. Patrick's Parade.
The parade begins at the staging area near
City Hall on Valley Drive, makes a left onto
Pier Avenue and ends at the corner of
Hermosa Avenue and 10th street. Held Time:
11 a.m. hermosa.org
LEMOORE: Lemoore Gem & Mineral Club
Show, March 15-16, 2014. Sat 10-6, Sun.
10-4, free admission, rocks, lapidary rough
and supplies, gems, minerals, beads,
fossils, jewelry, reference books,
rock-cutting demonstrations, Trinity Hall,
470 Champion St., Lemoore, CA. Call: (559)
309-3433
MURPHYS:
Murphys
Irish Day. Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Parade
- 11 a.m. Murphys CA. murphysirishdays.org
MURPHYS
- Ironstone Vineyards
Motherlode Daffodil Show
March 15- 16, 2014. ironstonevineyards.com
NORCO: Disc Dogs Competition in Southern
California March 15-16, 2014. UFO
tourney held at Pikes Peak Park, 111 6th St,
Norco, CA. Starts at 9:30am.
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ONTARIO: Inland Empire Home Show March
14-16, 2014 Ontario Convention Center,
occhomeshow.com
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
RIVERSIDE: Walk With The Animals. Sign up starts at 7:30 a.m. Walk is at 9 a.m. Leash up for the
1.3-mile walk. Fairmount Park | 2601 Fairmount Blvd, Riverside, 92501 petsadoption.com
SACRAMENTO:
St. Patrick's Day Parade. Event is held
in Old Sacramento.
SAN DIEGO:
St. Patrick's Day Festival & Parade.
Held in Balboa Park, cost free. Time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. stpatsparade.org
SANTA BARBARA:
International Orchid Show, March 14 - 16, 2014 . 69th annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show's
"Complements and Contast" includes displays, fine art and photography, orchid culture demonstrations,
and orchid plants for sale. Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: $12, Free age 12 & under , Seniors & Students - $10.
Parking: $5. Contact: (805)403-1533 sborchidshow.com
SANTA ROSA: Sonoma County Home & Garden Show Mar. 14-16,
2014 Sonoma County Fairgrounds Spring Show. Friday: noon - 7 pm Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm Sunday: 10 am
- 6 pm Show Admission: General (13+ years) $7 Child (12 under) Free Friday
Only, Seniors $4. Sonoma County Fairgrounds 1350 Bennett Valley Road Santa
Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 545-4200 sonomacountyhomeshows.com
SOLVANG: Taste of
Solvang, March 12-16, 2014 tasteofsolvang.org
VALLEJO: Vallejo Gem & Mineral
Society Show, March 15-16, 2014. Sat 10-5,
Sun. 10-5, adults $5, children (under 12)
free with adult, "Spring Bling": jewelry,
beads, necklaces, turquoise, jade, minerals,
fossils, crystals, demonstrators, kids'
activities, Solano County Fairgrounds, Mc
Cormack Hall, 900 Fairgrounds Dr., Call:
(707) 334-2950. vjgems.org
VENTURA: Ventura Home & Garden Shows March 14 -16, 2014 Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds
22nd Annual "Spring Show" ~
Friday Noon-6, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-5. capitalshowcase.com
DEL MAR: Gem Faire, March 14 -16,
2014. Over 100 exhibitors Gem Faire Hours:
Fri. 12pm-6pm Sat 10am-6pm Sun. 10am-5pm
Cost: $7 weekend pass Under age 12 Free. Del
Mar Fairgrounds/Bing Crosby Hall 2260 Jimmy
Durante Blvd. gemfaire.com
DUBLIN:
St. Patrick's Day Celebration,
March 14-16, 2014
LEMOORE: Lemoore Gem & Mineral Club
Show, March 15-16, 2014. Sat 10-6, Sun.
10-4, free admission, rocks, lapidary rough
and supplies, gems, minerals, beads,
fossils, jewelry, reference books,
rock-cutting demonstrations, Trinity Hall,
470 Champion St., Lemoore, CA. Call: (559)
309-3433
MURPHYS
- Ironstone Vineyards
Motherlode Daffodil Show
March 15- 16, 2014. ironstonevineyards.com
ONTARIO: Inland Empire Home Show March
14-16, 2014 Ontario Convention Center,
occhomeshow.com
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
SANTA BARBARA:
International Orchid Show, March 14 - 16, 2014 . 69th annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show's
"Complements and Contast" includes displays, fine art and photography, orchid culture demonstrations,
and orchid plants for sale. Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: $12, Free age 12 & under , Seniors & Students - $10.
Parking: $5. Contact: (805)403-1533 sborchidshow.com
SANTA ROSA: Sonoma County Home & Garden Show Mar. 14-16,
2014 Sonoma County Fairgrounds Spring Show. Friday: noon - 7 pm Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm Sunday: 10 am
- 6 pm Show Admission: General (13+ years) $7 Child (12 under) Free Friday
Only, Seniors $4. Sonoma County Fairgrounds 1350 Bennett Valley Road Santa
Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 545-4200 sonomacountyhomeshows.com
SIERRA MADRE:
Wistaria Festival.
SOLVANG:
Taste of
Solvang, March 12-16, 2014 tasteofsolvang.org
VALLEJO: Vallejo Gem & Mineral Society
Show, March 15-16, 2014. Sat 10-5, Sun.
10-5, adults $5, children (under 12) free
with adult, "Spring Bling": jewelry, beads,
necklaces, turquoise, jade, minerals,
fossils, crystals, demonstrators, kids'
activities, Solano County Fairgrounds, Mc
Cormack Hall, 900 Fairgrounds Dr., Call:
(707) 334-2950. vjgems.org
VENTURA: Ventura Home & Garden Shows March 14 -16, 2014 Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds
22nd Annual "Spring Show" ~
Friday Noon-6, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-5. capitalshowcase.com
HOLLYWOOD:
Hollywood Museum,
through April 30, 2014. Exhibit showcasing
the Best Motion Picture and Television Award
Contenders. Costumes, props and award
statuettes from the Oscars, Golden Globes,
Emmys and more. thehollywoodmuseum.com
REDDING: The Big
Adventure through April 27, 2014 at Turtle
Bay Exploration Park (turtlebay.org). Challenge
yourself, test your mental and
physical abilities and explore. Adventure
Mountain, The Tunnels of Fun, Virtual Flyer,
River Crossing: Bridge Out, The Main Drag
and Charlie’s Web are options in this
learning experience best suited for ages
5-12 years old.
CLOVIS - Mar 20, 2014 California State University, Fresno Clovis, CA.
National Intercollegiate Rodeo
Association Event collegerodeo.com
SACRAMENTO: Rusty Barn Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival
March 20-22, 2014. Rusty Barn Quilt,
Craft and Sewing Festival includes entertainment, activities and
attractions include: arts, crafts, and
food vendors. wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many "Make and Take" workshops or free educational seminars. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: 1600 Exposition Blvd. Exhibit
Halls C & D, Sacramento, CA 95815,
rustybarn.com
COALINGA: Rodeo, March 21-22,
2014. West Hills College collegerodeo.com
LANCASTER: Antelope Valley Home Show March 21-23, 2014
2551 W. Avenue H, Lancaster, CA. $5 parking, free admission.
avfair.com
LONG BEACH: South Bay Home Shows Mar. 21-23, 2014 at the
Long Beach Convention Center,
Produced by Home Show Consultants
The Home Show People 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA
homeshowconsultants.com
SACRAMENTO: Rusty Barn Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival
March 20-22, 2014. Rusty Barn Quilt,
Craft and Sewing Festival includes entertainment, activities and
attractions include: arts, crafts, and
food vendors. wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many "Make and Take" workshops or free educational seminars. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: 1600 Exposition Blvd. Exhibit
Halls C & D, Sacramento, CA 95815,
rustybarn.com
ANGELS CAMP: Calaveras Gem and
Jewelry Show, March 22-23, 2014. Sat 10-5,
Sun. 10-4, adults $4, and students (13
over), children (12 and under) free with
adult, Calaveras Gem & Mineral Club show
includes exhibits, jewelry, carvings,
faceted gemstones, polished rocks,
demonstrators, faceting, wire wrapping,
chain fabrication, flint knapping, hard rock
carving, dealers, jewelry-making supplies
and tools, beads, minerals, gemstones,
handcrafted jewelry, meteorites, fossils.
Location: Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 101
Frogtown Rd., Angels Camp, CA. Call: (209)
847-1173, calaverasgemandmineral.org
CARSON: Thomas Edison & Mark Twain's
"Spirit of America" Wild West visit with Tom Edison & Mark Twain in a special Two Act play in the museum's Heritage Theatre!
Marvel at Edison's myriad of inventions (Light bulb, phonograph, mimeograph,etc..) and join Twain and his Frontier Friends like Calamity Jane, Louie Lamont -French Fur Trader/Trapper, Indian Scout and Teller of Tall Tales along with Allen Pinkerton of the famous police plus Laura Ingalls and special surprises! Also enjoy the Ernest Lindner Collection of beautiful Antique Printing Presses & Equipment on display.
Tickets $15 w/ museum member discount $12! (Suitable for 14 yrs. & up) Reservations strongly advised" On Line"
@www.printmuseum.org or call 310-515-7166
Doors open 1 hour before show time and as Twain would say "trouble starts" afterwards.
Location:
International Printing Museum,
315 Torrance Blvd, Carson, CA 90745. Performances 2 & 7 p.m.
COALINGA: Rodeo, March 21-22,
2014 West Hills College collegerodeo.com
FORTUNA Annual Daffodil Show,
March 22-23, 2014. 39th annual show hosted by the Fortuna Garden Club, at River Lodge Conference Center, Fortuna,
CA. Saturday, 1- 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free.
JULIAN:
Daffodil Show,
March 22-23, 2014. julianca.com
LANCASTER: Antelope Valley Home Show March 21-23, 2014
2551 W. Avenue H, Lancaster, CA. avfair.com
LONG BEACH: South Bay Home Shows Mar. 21-23, 2014 at the
Long Beach Convention Center,
Produced by Home Show Consultants
The Home Show People 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA
homeshowconsultants.com
PASADENA: Spring Home Show Mar. 22-23, 2014 at Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, CA.pasadenahomeshow.com
PASO ROBLES:
Paso Robles Dog Jog.
Time: 9 a.m. $15-20 per dog depending on when you sign up. parks4pups.org
ROSEVILLE: Roseville Gem & Mineral
Society Annual Show, March 22-23, 2014. Sat
10-5, Sun. 10-4, adults $6, seniors $5, age
12& under free, inside and outside, more
than 50 dealers, crystals, beads, minerals,
gemstones, meteorites, jewelry, fossils,
activities, more than 35 exhibits, gold
panning, kids' "Education Station", Scout
activities, polished stones, jade, opal,
world-class mineral specimens, tourmaline,
gold, petrified wood, demonstrations, silent
auctions, metal detecting, free gem and
mineral ID, raffle, door prizes, lapidary
shop open house. Placer County Fairgrounds,
800 All America City Blvd. Call: (916)
216-1114. rockrollers.com
SACRAMENTO: Rusty Barn Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival
March 20-22, 2014. Rusty Barn Quilt,
Craft and Sewing Festival includes entertainment, activities and
attractions include: arts, crafts, and
food vendors. wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many "Make and Take" workshops or free educational seminars. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: 1600 Exposition Blvd. Exhibit
Halls C & D, Sacramento, CA 95815,
rustybarn.com
ANGELS CAMP: Calaveras Gem and
Jewelry Show, March 22-23, 2014. Sat 10-5,
Sun. 10-4, adults $4, and students (13
over), children (12 and under) free with
adult, Calaveras Gem & Mineral Club show
includes exhibits, jewelry, carvings,
faceted gemstones, polished rocks,
demonstrators, faceting, wire wrapping,
chain fabrication, flint knapping, hard rock
carving, dealers, jewelry-making supplies
and tools, beads, minerals, gemstones,
handcrafted jewelry, meteorites, fossils.
Location: Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 101
Frogtown Rd., Angels Camp, CA. Call: (209)
847-1173, calaverasgemandmineral.org
CHICO:
Chico Kite Day
FORTUNA
Annual Daffodil Show,
March 22-23, 2014. 39th annual show hosted by the Fortuna Garden Club, at River Lodge Conference Center, Fortuna,
CA. Saturday, 1- 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free.
JULIAN:
Daffodil Show,
March 22-23, 2014. Held at Blue Heron Garden
Shop & Gallery in historic Julian, julianca.com
LANCASTER: Antelope Valley Home Show March 21-23, 2014
2551 W. Avenue H, Lancaster, CA. avfair.com
LONG BEACH: South Bay Home Shows Mar. 21-23, 2014 at the
Long Beach Convention Center,
Produced by Home Show Consultants
The Home Show People 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA
homeshowconsultants.com
MODESTO: Modesto Marathon active.com
OAKLAND: Oakland Running Festival oaklandmarathon.com
PASADENA: Spring Home Show Mar. 22-23, 2014 at Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, CA.pasadenahomeshow.com
RIVERSIDE- BrideWorld Expo. Save time. Shop and compare
80 wedding products and services. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $12 admission.
Riverside Convention Center,
3637 5th Street,
Riverside, CA. brideworld.com
ROSEVILLE: Roseville Gem & Mineral
Society Annual Show, March 22-23, 2014. Sat
10-5, Sun. 10-4, adults $6, seniors $5, age
12& under free, inside and outside, more
than 50 dealers, crystals, beads, minerals,
gemstones, meteorites, jewelry, fossils,
activities, more than 35 exhibits, gold
panning, kids' "Education Station", Scout
activities, polished stones, jade, opal,
world-class mineral specimens, tourmaline,
gold, petrified wood, demonstrations, silent
auctions, metal detecting, free gem and
mineral ID, raffle, door prizes, lapidary
shop open house. Placer County Fairgrounds,
800 All America City Blvd. Call: (916)
216-1114. rockrollers.com
SANTA
BARBARA
- JS
Bach Birthday Concert.
Music at Trinity hosts the
admission-free
community
concert
series.
Time:
3:30 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Church
1500 State and Micheltorena Streets,
Santa Barbara, CA. Call: (805) 687-0189, trinitysb.org
COSTA MESA:
Sugar Plum Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles March 28-29, 2014. Sugar
Plum Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles
OC Fair & Event Center - Costa Mesa, CA
FRESNO Fresno
Invitational PBR – Bulls Only, Mar
28-29, 2014. Fresno
at Save Mart Center, Fresno, Ca.
Tickets: $15-100, ticketmaster.com or
pbr.com
COSTA MESA:
Sugar Plum Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles March 28-29, 2014. Sugar
Plum Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles
OC Fair & Event Center - Costa Mesa, CA
EL CENTRO - Le Tour de Manure.
Call: (760 ) 337-4555. cityofelcentro.org
FRESNO Fresno
Invitational PBR – Bulls Only, Mar
28-29, 2014. Fresno
at Save Mart Center, Fresno, Ca.
Tickets: $15-100, ticketmaster.com or
pbr.com
THREE RIVERS: Bathtub Race. Picnic with Bathtub Race at Lake Kaweah. Pre-registered Teams build floatable steerable boats from cast iron bathtubs and the raw materials
supplied, then race across Lake Kaweah and back, for charity! This event is free for attendees. Parking: the Army Corps at Lake Kaweah has a day use fee of $4 per passenger vehicle.
TORRANCE: South Bay Lapidary &
Mineral Society Show, March 29-30, 2014.
Hours: Sat 10-5, Sun. 10-4 Call: (310)
533-4931. Torrance Ken Miller Recreation
Center 3341 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA
palosverdes.com/sblap
ANAHEIM- BrideWorld Expo. Save time. Shop and compare 100 wedding products and services. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $12 admission.
Sheraton Park Hotel,
1855 S Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA. brideworld.com
ESCONDIDO: Paws in the Park, 8 a.m. Location: Kit Carson Park, Escondido, CA. Paws in the
Park is a
funding and awareness event for homeless
animals. 1.5- or 2.5-mile walk, vendor expo, celebrity guests,
entertainment, games for people of all ages and their dogs, prizes,
giveaways, and more!
escondidohumanesociety.org
TORRANCE: South Bay Lapidary &
Mineral Society Show, March 29-30, 2014.
Hours: Sat 10-5, Sun. 10-4 Call: (310)
533-4931. Torrance Ken Miller Recreation
Center 3341 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA
palosverdes.com/sblap
BEAUMONT:
Bike Race
Beaumont. Professional bike race is part of 30th Annual Redlands Bicycle
Classic. Three separate races take riders throughout Beaumont and Cherry Valley. All races
start and finish at the Beaumont Civic
Center, located at: 550 E. Sixth St.
Beaumont, CA. Time: 5 a.m. - 3 p.m. ci.beaumont.ca.us
COLUSA -
Colusa Western Days Parade &
Cattle Drive, April 4-6, 2014. Colusa
Western Days embraces the heritage of the western culture with a action packed weekend full of fun and entertainment.
Calf Paint Branding, Team Penning and
Sorting, the infamous Western Trade
Show, Cowboy Entertainment and the
delicious Rib Cook-off, Ranch Roping and
the ever so popular Dutch Oven Cook-off
are much anticipated.
colusawesterndays.com
LANCASTER: Gun Show April 4-6, 2014 2551 W. Avenue
H, Lancaster, CA. avfair.com
NEEDLES: Colorado River
Rodeo & Roundup, April 4 & 5, 2014, ccpra.com GCPRA
Lead Sanction on this Colorado River
Round-Up. You must have a current USTRC card at this rodeo
to be eligible for the Inc. Team Roping. For more information call the Needles
Chamber of Commerce at (760) 326-2050. needleschamber.com
CLOVIS:
Big Hat Days April 5-6, 2014
COLUSA -
Colusa Western Days Parade &
Cattle Drive, April 4-6, 2014. Colusa
Western Days embraces the heritage of the western culture with a action packed weekend full of fun and entertainment.
Calf Paint Branding, Team Penning and
Sorting, the infamous Western Trade
Show, Cowboy Entertainment and the
delicious Rib Cook-off, Ranch Roping and
the ever so popular Dutch Oven Cook-off
are much anticipated.
colusawesterndays.com
EL CENTRO: Music Festival and
Fireworks Show. Local bands compete for the
Best of El Centro title in the Battle of the
Bands. Enjoy and play in a giant paint ball
area, complete with referees, rental
equipment, target shooting areas, food
vendors and Kiddie Corner with games and entertainment.
A spectacular fireworks show brings the
event to a close. Time: 6-10 p.m. Location:
Stark Field, El Centro, Ca. Call: (760
) 337-4555. cityofelcentro.org
LANCASTER: Gun Show April 4-6, 2014 2551 W. Avenue
H, Lancaster, CA. avfair.com
LATON: Rodeo.
Produced by Spur Production, in
conjunction with Laton Lions Club,
All Around Cowboy Buckle to be awarded, ccpra.com
NEEDLES: Colorado River
Rodeo & Roundup, April 4 & 5, 2014, ccpra.com GCPRA
Lead Sanction on this Colorado River
Round-Up. You must have a current USTRC card at this rodeo
to be eligible for the Inc. Team Roping. For more information call the Needles
Chamber of Commerce at (760) 326-2050. needleschamber.com
SAN
JOSE: Crossroads Doll & Bear Show.
You’ll find fine antiques, dolls, teddy bears, miniatures, supplies, furniture and accessories.
This is a family friendly show with wonderful items to delight our young collectors. Door Prizes and Free Parking.
Hours: 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, Fiesta Building, 344 Tully Rd, San Jose, CA.
Admission:Adults $7.00 Children under 12 $4.00
Contact: info@crossroadsshows.com or crossroadsshows.com
Call: (775) 348-7713. Also takes place on
Saturday, November 22, 2014
CLOVIS:
Big Hat Days April 5-6, 2014
COLUSA -
Colusa Western Days Parade &
Cattle Drive, April 4-6, 2014. Colusa
Western Days embraces the heritage of the western culture with a action packed weekend full of fun and entertainment.
Calf Paint Branding, Team Penning and
Sorting, the infamous Western Trade
Show, Cowboy Entertainment and the
delicious Rib Cook-off, Ranch Roping and
the ever so popular Dutch Oven Cook-off
are much anticipated.
colusawesterndays.com
LANCASTER: Gun Show April 4-6, 2014 2551 W. Avenue
H, Lancaster, CA. avfair.com
LA GRANGE: LaGrange Rodeo.
The rodeo features all of the rodeo basics Saddle Bronc riding, Bareback riding, Steer Wrestling, Calf roping, Team roping, Breakaway roping, Barrel racing, and Bull
Riding.
The LaGrange Rodeo Association hosts an annual Rodeo dance at the Oakdale Rodeo Grounds. lagrangerodeo.com
LIVINGSTON:
Livingston Kite Festival. Time to Fly at
Livingston Middle School, livingstonkitefestival.com
SAN LUIS OBISPO: Cal Poly College Rodeo, April 10-12,
2014. Cal State Poly collegerodeo.com
SANTA BARBARA: Santa Barbara Vintners Spring Weekend,
April 10-13, 2014. Refreshed and
expanded,
SB Vintners Festival Golf Tournament 12 Noon -5 p.m. at Sandpiper Golf Course
7925 Hollister Ave,
$190; SB Vintners Festival Opening Dinner on Luxurious Channel Cat 6:30-8:30 p.m.
at
133 Harbor Way,
$200; SB Vintners Festival Sta. Rita Hill AVA Dinner & Wine Pairing @ Industrial Eats 6:30-9:30 p.m.,
181 Industrial Way, $175. sbvintnersweekend.com
COARSEGOLD Ragtime and Vintage Music Festival, April 11 - 13, 2014.
Location: Fresno Flats Schoool Road
Oakhurst, CA. Call: 559-683-6570 fresnoflatsmuseum.org
COSTA
MESA: OC Fair Imaginology (ocfair.com/steam)
April 11-13, 2014 Free admission. Go “Full
S.T.E.A.M. Ahead” for three days of
exploring the fields of Science, Technology,
Engineering, Arts and Math (S.T.E.A.M.)
Curious-minded children of all ages can
compete in photography, gardening, digital
media, sawhorse and Scarecrow contests for
cash prizes. There’s a petting zoo, pony
rides, family-friendly entertainment, Bubble
Rollers and inflatable rides.
SAN LUIS OBISPO:
Cal Poly College Rodeo, April 10-12,
2014. Cal State Poly collegerodeo.com
SANTA BARBARA: Santa Barbara
Vintners Spring Weekend, April 10-13, 2014.
SB Vintners Festival Wine Education Seminar Series at Hotel Corque in Solvang 9
a.m.- 3p.m. Location:
400 Alisal Rd,
$250;
SB Vintners Festival Vineyard Hike with Wine @ Beckmen Vineyards' Purisima
Mountain Vineyards or Hilliard Bruce
Vineyard or Baehner Fournier Vineyards or Refugio Ranch Vineyard.
Time: 1-3 p.m. Cost:
$80. SB Vintners Festival 90+ Points Top Rated Wine & Dine Event -
at Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort,
633 E Cabrillo Blvd. Tickets: $150 - $175. Time: 6-9 p.m.;
SB Vintners Festival Barrel Toasting Seminar and Tasting at the Buellton Bodegas with Dinner,
Location:
65 Los Padres Way, $100. Time: 6:30-10 p.m. sbvintnersweekend.com
COARSEGOLD Ragtime and Vintage Music Festival, April 11 - 13, 2014.
Location: Fresno Flats Schoool Road
Oakhurst, CA. Call: 559-683-6570 fresnoflatsmuseum.org
COSTA
MESA: OC Fair Imaginology (ocfair.com/steam)
April 11-13, 2014 Free admission. Go “Full
S.T.E.A.M. Ahead” for three days of
exploring the fields of Science, Technology,
Engineering, Arts and Math (S.T.E.A.M.)
Curious-minded children of all ages can
compete in photography, gardening, digital
media, sawhorse and Scarecrow contests for
cash prizes. There’s a petting zoo, pony
rides, family-friendly entertainment, Bubble
Rollers and inflatable rides.
COVINA:
Southern California Disc Dog Challenge - UFO World Cup, 8:30 a.m. at Kelby Park, 815 N. Barranca
Ave, Covina, CA benny@d2isc.com
LANCASTER: Gold Propsectors Assoc. of American Show.
Public invited--helping you find gold. $5 door. April
12-13, 2014 2551 W. Avenue H, Lancaster, CA.
avfair.com
OAKDALE Oakdale Saddle Club
Rodeo-PRCA Rodeo, Apr 12-13, 2014. Parade takes place at 9 a.m. on
Saturday, dance happens at 8 p.m. on
Saturday. Cost: $15 -20. Location: Address:
Oakdale Rodeo Grounds
Oakdale, CA. oakdalerodeo.com
SAN LUIS OBISPO: Cal Poly College Rodeo, April 10-12,
2014. Cal State Poly collegerodeo.com
SANTA BARBARA: Santa Barbara Vintners Festival Grand Tasting
- Come to the new location, the beautiful
River View Park in Buellton. This annual
event features the more than 100 winery
members of the Santa Barbara Vintners and
includes food from regional restaurants,
caterers, and food purveyors. Held outside
under expansive tenting, this is the year's
premier opportunity to taste the wines of
Santa Barbara County. $95 general
admission. Time: 1-4 p.m. Location:
River View Park, 151 Sycamore Dr., Buellton,
Calif. Also: Grassini Family Vineyards Dinner Event featuring Sea Smoke.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Location: 5775 Genuine Risk Rd.
Cost:
$275. sbvintnersweekend.com
COARSEGOLD Ragtime and Vintage Music Festival, April 11 - 13, 2014.
Location: Fresno Flats Schoool Road
Oakhurst, CA. Call: 559-683-6570 fresnoflatsmuseum.org
COSTA
MESA: OC Fair Imaginology (ocfair.com/steam)
April 11-13, 2014 Free admission. Go “Full
S.T.E.A.M. Ahead” for three days of
exploring the fields of Science, Technology,
Engineering, Arts and Math (S.T.E.A.M.)
Curious-minded children of all ages can
compete in photography, gardening, digital
media, sawhorse and Scarecrow contests for
cash prizes. There’s a petting zoo, pony
rides, family-friendly entertainment, Bubble
Rollers and inflatable rides.
LANCASTER: Gold Propsectors Assoc. of American Show.
Public invited--helping you find gold. $5 door. April
12-13, 2014 2551 W. Avenue H, Lancaster, CA.
goldprospectors.org
OAKDALE Oakdale Saddle Club
Rodeo-PRCA Rodeo, Apr 12-13, 2014. Parade takes place at 9 a.m. on
Saturday, dance happens at 8 p.m. on
Saturday. Cost: $15 -20. Location: Address:
Oakdale Rodeo Grounds
Oakdale, CA. oakdalerodeo.com
SANTA BARBARA:
Santa
Barbara Kite Festival, 11
a.m.-4 p.m.
sbkitefest.com
SANTA BARBARA: Santa Barbara Vintners
Festival Farm-to-Table Picnic and Concert w/Jamestown Revival.
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Cost: $95-125.
Location:
Fess Parker Winery,
6200 Foxen Canyon Rd., sbvintnersweekend.com
RED BLUFF: Red Bluff Round UP, April 18-20, 2014. Round-Up Week includes Timed Event Slack Wednesday, Open 4D Barrel Race, more. Rodeo First Performance Saturday and Rodeo Second Performance Sunday. redbluffroundup.com
BURBANK:
ARTS Festival April
19-20, 2014 10 a.m.- 5p.m. Cost: Free.
San Fernando Blvd. between Magnolia &
Olive, Burbank, CA. Call: (818) 238-5180,
downtown-burbank.org
LA VERNE: Cool
Cruise 8 Car Show. Enjoy classic cars, rock
music and the biggest event of the year in
Old Town. Show is always the Saturday before
Easter. Time: 9 a.m. - 5 pm. Admission is
free, held in Old Town La Verne, D & 3rd
Streets, La Verne, CA, ci.la-verne.ca.us
RED BLUFF: Red Bluff Round UP, April 18-20, 2014. Round-Up Week includes Timed Event Slack
Wednesday, Open 4D Barrel Race, more. Rodeo First Performance
Saturday and Rodeo Second Performance
Sunday. redbluffroundup.com
BURBANK:
ARTS Festival April
19-20, 2014 10 a.m.- 5p.m. Cost: Free.
San Fernando Blvd. between Magnolia &
Olive, Burbank, CA. Call: (818) 238-5180,
downtown-burbank.org
RED BLUFF: Red Bluff Round UP, April 18-20, 2014. Round-Up Week includes Timed Event Slack
Wednesday, Open 4D Barrel Race, more. Rodeo First Performance
Saturday and Rodeo Second Performance
Sunday. redbluffroundup.com
SAN DIEGO: Food Allergy Symposium. This is a fantastic, free event with topics to help you and your family's health. Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) and Allergy & Asthma Medical Group cordially invites the San Diego food allergy community to attend an evening of education and support. Facts About Food Allergy, presented with Susan Laubach, MD Voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor, UCSD; Associate Physician, Allergy & Asthma Medical Group and Research Center allergyandasthma.com; Anxieties While Dealing with Food Allergies, with Jill Stoddard, PhD; Nutrition & Food Allergies, with Jill Greer, MS, RD, CNSC Consulting Dietician mychildrensdietian.com. Time: 6-8 p.m. Address: San Diego County Office of Education - 6401 Linda Vista Rd, Room 401, San Diego, CA 92111 6. Free and open to the public. Call: 310-883-8644 or foodallergy.org
COSTA MESA: The World's Largest Pet
& Pet Products Expo, Apr. 25-27, 2014. petexpooc.org.
Do not bring your pets to this show! Reptile Show and Sale presented by Repticon
Touch, hold and interact with lizards, snakes, tarantulas and other reptiles .
Dog Events
Watch dogs and their handlers perform amazing stunts to upbeat music in this action-packed show.
Police K-9 Demonstrations
Watch Canine Officers at work and experience why Police Dogs are prime candidates for Police and Search Teams.
Cat Program
Cats offer the public an opportunity to visit with, pet and learn about different breeds of cats.
Bird Show
Joe’s menagerie of birds are sure to impress as they show you the stuff that animal actors are made of.
Kid’s Aquarium Contest
Kids can create their own 10-gallon aquarium. Winners are judged in 3 categories: Natural, Creative and Themed.
See Over 1000 Animals!
Splash Dogs – Dock Diving Fun
Adoption Pet Grooming Makeover
Adorable Adoptable Pets
Dog Breed Displays and Education
Fish Exhibitions
Repticon at Pet Expo Small and Large Animals Free Flight Bird Show Aquarium
Experience Pet Experts, Breeders, Trainers
Petting Zoo and Pony Rides And More. Location:
88 Fair Dr. Costa Mesa, CA. General admission:
$13.
LAKESIDE:
Lakeside Rodeo, April 25-27, 2014.
Nearly 50 year tradition in San
Diego area.
Tickets $15-20, 12584 Mapleview Street
Lakeside, CA. (619) 561-4331, lakesiderodeo.com
SPRINGVILLE: Springville Rodeo, April 25-27,
2014. 66th annual PRCA rodeo includes queens, cowboys,
cattle and more. Barrels & Bulls,
Motorcycle Barrel Race and Queen's
Coronation Dance, Downtown Parade, Miss
Rodeo California, Hide Race, Packing
Contest, U.S. Marine Corps Mounted Color
Guard, Springville Sierra Rodeo
Stagecoach, Silver Dollar Dig, Cowboy
Clowns, Seven Wild and Wooly
Professional Rodeo Events, with top
Cowboys and Cowgirls. Live music Friday
and Saturday. Tickets: $15-20 general
admission. springvillerodeo.com
COSTA MESA: The World's Largest
Pet & Pet Products Expo, Apr. 25-27,
2014. petexpooc.org.
LAKESIDE:
Lakeside Rodeo, April 25-27, 2014.
Nearly 50 year tradition in San
Diego area.
Tickets $15-20, 12584 Mapleview Street
Lakeside, CA. (619) 561-4331, lakesiderodeo.com
LA VERNE: Spring Wine Walk, 5:30 - 8:30
p.m. Age 21+, $35-40 ticket at
oldtownwinewalk.com Merchants
throughout Old Town offer wine tastings and
local restaurant food offerings in beautiful
Old Town La Verne, at Bonita Avenue and D
Street. Live music will be part of the
festivities. Call City of La Verne at (909)
596-8706 or the La Verne Chamber of Commerce
at (909) 593-5265 ci.la-verne.ca.us
SAN FRANCISCO: DogFest, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Duboce Park, Noe Street at Duboce
Avenue, San Francisco, CA.
mckinleyschool.org/dogfest/
SPRINGVILLE: Springville Rodeo, April 25-27,
2014. 66th annual PRCA rodeo includes queens, cowboys,
cattle and more. Barrels & Bulls,
Motorcycle Barrel Race and Queen's
Coronation Dance, Downtown Parade, Miss
Rodeo California, Hide Race, Packing
Contest, U.S. Marine Corps Mounted Color
Guard, Springville Sierra Rodeo
Stagecoach, Silver Dollar Dig, Cowboy
Clowns, Seven Wild and Wooly
Professional Rodeo Events, with top
Cowboys and Cowgirls. Live music Friday
and Saturday. Tickets: $15-20 general
admission. springvillerodeo.com
COSTA MESA: The World's Largest
Pet & Pet Products Expo, Apr. 25-27,
2014. petexpooc.org.
LAKESIDE:
Lakeside Rodeo, April 25-27, 2014.
Nearly 50 year tradition in San
Diego area.
Tickets $15-20, 12584 Mapleview Street
Lakeside, CA. (619) 561-4331, lakesiderodeo.com
SAN JOSE: 2014 Annual Spring Rose
Show. Viewing of roses for the public
will be from 1-5 p.m. There is no charge.
Hundreds of beautiful roses will be on
display for the public to enjoy. Come and
find examples of your old favorites, as well
as new varieties you'll want to add to your
garden! For those entering roses, entries
are accepted from 7:00-10:00 AM on Sunday
morning. Free public viewing of roses.
Location: Almaden Community Center, 6445
Camden Ave. San Jose, CA, sccrose.org
SANTA
BARBARA
-
Kirkin O'Tartans. Music at Trinity hosts the
admission-free community concert
series. Blessing of the tartans and wee
beasties with bagpipes and drums, poetry and
songs, co-hosted with the International
Scottish Society, the Santa Barbara Chapter.
Time: 3 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Church 1500
State and Micheltorena Streets, Santa
Barbara, CA. Call: (805) 687-0189,
trinitysb.org
SPRINGVILLE: Springville Rodeo, April 25-27,
2014. 66th annual PRCA rodeo includes queens, cowboys,
cattle and more. Barrels & Bulls,
Motorcycle Barrel Race and Queen's
Coronation Dance, Downtown Parade, Miss
Rodeo California, Hide Race, Packing
Contest, U.S. Marine Corps Mounted Color
Guard, Springville Sierra Rodeo
Stagecoach, Silver Dollar Dig, Cowboy
Clowns, Seven Wild and Wooly
Professional Rodeo Events, with top
Cowboys and Cowgirls. Live music Friday
and Saturday. Tickets: $15-20 general
admission. springvillerodeo.com
BAKERSFIELD: PRCA Stampede Days, May 2-4, 2014.
Biggest Little Rodeo in California offers the largest purses of any other comparably sized rodeo in the state. Gates open at 6pm and performances start at 7:30pm.
The Kern County Sheriff’s Reserves have provided over 50 years of law enforcement service to the County of Kern, California.
The purpose of the rodeo is to raise
funds for training and equipment for The
Kern County Sheriff’s Reserve. Location:
Kern County Fairgrounds. Tickets:
$16-30.stampededaysrodeo.com
BISHOP:
Taste of the Sierra. Enjoy great food
provided by area restaurants & caterers. $25
includes two beverages. Proceeds benefit the
Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors
Bureau. Time: 6-9 p.m. Location: Charles
Brown Auditorium, Bishop, CA.
bishopvisitor.com
CORNING: May Madness
Car Show, May 2-3, 2014 . May Madness Car Show in Downtown
Corning. corningchamber.org
PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs Rodeo, May
2-4, 2014. GSGRA
- Hot Rodeo is billed as the Gay Rodeo. AC
Dysart Equestrian Park 2111 West Victory
Avenue Banning, CA. palmspringsrodeo.org
BAKERSFIELD: PRCA Stampede Days, May 2-4, 2014.
Biggest Little Rodeo in California. The Kern County Sheriff’s Reserves have provided over 50 years of law enforcement service to the County of Kern, California.
The purpose of the rodeo is to raise
funds for training and equipment for The
Kern County Sheriff’s Reserve. Location:
Kern County Fairgrounds. Tickets:
$16-30.stampededaysrodeo.com
CARLSBAD:
Roses Around the World 27th Annual Rose
Show. The California Coastal Rose Society
presents this event at Carlsbad by the Sea
Resort, 850 Palomar Airport Road,
Carlsbad, CA 92011 Free - Open to the public
12:30 to 5:30 pm californiacoastalrose.com
COARSEGOLD: Rodeo, May 3-4, 2014, Saturday, May 4
Kids Rodeo, Rodeo Royalty Kids Mutton
Bustin' Dance. Sunday, May 5
Cowboy Church, Pro Rodeo. Always held the first
weekend in May. All proceeds from the Coarsegold Rodeo
used to benefit youth organizations of Eastern Madera
County. coarsegoldrodeo.com
CORNING: May Madness
Car Show, May 2-3, 2014 . May Madness Car Show in Downtown
Corning. corningchamber.org
OROVILLE: Feather
Fiesta Days, May 3-17, 2014 . All events free
Location: Historic Downtown District
Oroville, California. This year starts with an event at Riverbend Park on
Saturday, May 3rd and ends with the Grand
Parade, Gold Rush Car Show and many other
events on Saturday, May 17.
cityoforoville.org
PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs Rodeo, May
2-4, 2014. GSGRA
- Hot Rodeo is billed as the Gay Rodeo. AC
Dysart Equestrian Park 2111 West Victory
Avenue Banning, CA. palmspringsrodeo.org
RIVERDALE: Riverdale Rodeo, May 3-4, 2014. PRCA
rodeo event. riverdalerodeo.webs.com
STONYFORD: Stonyford Rodeo, May 3-4, 2014,
71st Annual Stonyford PCRA
Rodeo begins with breakfast, followed by a charming little parade through town, then the rodeo at 1 p.m. The second day's events begin at noon on Sunday. stonycreekhorsemen.org
BAKERSFIELD: PRCA Stampede Days, May 2-4, 2014. The purpose of the rodeo is to raise
funds for training and equipment for The
Kern County Sheriff’s Reserve. Location:
Kern County Fairgrounds. Tickets:
$16-30.stampededaysrodeo.com
COARSEGOLD: Rodeo, May 3-4, 2014, Saturday, May 4
Kids Rodeo, Rodeo Royalty Kids Mutton
Bustin' Dance. Sunday, May 5
Cowboy Church, Pro Rodeo. Always held the first
weekend in May. All proceeds from the Coarsegold Rodeo
used to benefit youth organizations of Eastern Madera
County. coarsegoldrodeo.com
PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs Rodeo, May
2-4, 2014. GSGRA
- Hot Rodeo is billed as the Gay Rodeo. AC
Dysart Equestrian Park 2111 West Victory
Avenue Banning, CA. palmspringsrodeo.org
RIVERDALE: Riverdale Rodeo, May 3-4, 2014. PRCA
rodeo event. riverdalerodeo.webs.com
SANTA CLARITA: Wings for Life World Run Time: 3am PST
Description: The Wings for Life World Run takes place simultaneously in 37
locations worldwide including Sunrise, FL;
Denver, CO; and Santa Clarita, CA. Runners
around the world will start together at 10
a.m. UTC, or 3 a.m. Pacific Standard
Time. This global race utilizes a brand new race format where runners are pursued by the finish line. Once a runner is overtaken by the finish line attached to a “catcher car,” his/her race is complete and results will be shown by distance rather than time. This new format ensures that everyone from novice runners to professional ultrarunners is welcome to participate.
100% of entry fees go directly to spinal
cord injury research Registrations and
information: wingsforlifeworldrun.com
STONYFORD: Stonyford Rodeo, May 3-4, 2014,
71st Annual Stonyford PCRA
Rodeo begins with breakfast, followed by a charming little parade through town, then the rodeo at 1 p.m. The second day's events begin at noon on Sunday. stonycreekhorsemen.org
SAN DIEGO: A Rose Family Holiday ARS National Convention, May 8-12, 2014. Location: Town and Country Resort Town and Country Resort The San Diego Rose Society, Southern California’s oldest and largest rose society, cordially invites you to take A Rose Family Holiday on Mother’s Day weekend, May 2014. arosefamilyholiday.com
SAN DIEGO: A Rose Family Holiday ARS National Convention, May 8-12, 2014. Location: Town and Country Resort Town and Country Resort The San Diego Rose Society, Southern California’s oldest and largest rose society, cordially invites you to take A Rose Family Holiday on Mother’s Day weekend, May 2014. arosefamilyholiday.com
COTTONWOOD: Cottonwood Rodeo, May 10-11, 2014,
Each year, during Mother's Day weekend, the residents of Cottonwood, Calif. get together and kick up their cowboy (and cowgirl) heels. A full slate of activities occurs, from the annual kick-off barbeque, Ladies Night Out, Kiddie
Parade, regular rodeo parade and the rodeo. Come to Cottonwood, Calif. and see what a real hometown rodeo is like. Includes 50 Years of Ridin', Ropin' & Ranchin'
parade on Saturday at 10 a.m. cottonwoodcofc.org
SAN DIEGO:
Ocean Beach Kite
Festival and Craft Fair. Rescheduled
from March due to rain.
Dusty Rhodes Park - Ocean Beach, CA
SAN DIEGO: A Rose
Family Holiday ARS National Convention, May
8-12, 2014. Location:
Town and Country Resort
Town and Country Resort
The San Diego Rose Society, Southern California’s oldest and largest rose society, cordially invites you to take A Rose Family Holiday on Mother’s Day weekend, May 2014.
arosefamilyholiday.com
SONORA Mother Lode Round Up May 10-11, 2014. Saturday
Parade 10 a.m. Downtown Sonora Rodeo 2
p.m. Mother Lode Fairgrounds $18
Regular Admission $15 Presale motherloderoundup.com
WOODLAKE: Lions Rodeo, May
10-11,2014 A Central Valley tradition for more than a half century, the Woodlake Lions Rodeo
PRCA event is always held on Mother's Day Weekend. Bring the whole family for a fun day out at America's Most Beautiful Rodeo Grounds. woodlakelionsrodeo.org
COTTONWOOD: Cottonwood Rodeo, May 10-11, 2014, Each year, during Mother's Day weekend, the residents of Cottonwood, Calif. get together and kick up their cowboy (and cowgirl) heels. A full slate of activities occurs, from the annual kick-off barbeque, Ladies Night Out, Kiddie
Parade, regular rodeo parade and the rodeo. Come to Cottonwood, Calif. and see what a real hometown rodeo is like. Includes 50 Years of Ridin', Ropin' & Ranchin'
parade on Saturday at 10 a.m. cottonwoodcofc.org
SAN DIEGO: A Rose
Family Holiday ARS National Convention, May
8-12, 2014. Location:
Town and Country Resort
Town and Country Resort
The San Diego Rose Society, Southern California’s oldest and largest rose society, cordially invites you to take A Rose Family Holiday on Mother’s Day weekend, May 2014.
arosefamilyholiday.com
SONORA Mother Lode Round Up May 10-11, 2014. Saturday
Parade 10 a.m. Downtown Sonora Rodeo 2
p.m. Mother Lode Fairgrounds $18
Regular Admission $15 Presale motherloderoundup.com
WOODLAKE: Lions Rodeo, May
10-11,2014 A Central Valley tradition for more than a half century, the Woodlake Lions Rodeo
PRCA event is always held on Mother's Day Weekend. Bring the whole family for a fun day out at America's Most Beautiful Rodeo Grounds. woodlakelionsrodeo.org
REDDING: Rodeo Week, May 14-17, 2014. The Redding Rodeo Association presents one of the Top Rodeos in the PRCA and Inaugural Champions Challenge. Also includes Chicks n Chaps, Mutton Bustin, Steak Feed, and PRCA events. reddingrodeo.com
REDDING:
Rodeo Week, May 14-17,
2014. The Redding Rodeo Association presents one of the Top Rodeos in the PRCA and Inaugural Champions Challenge.
Also includes Chicks n Chaps, Mutton
Bustin, Steak Feed, and PRCA events. reddingrodeo.com
SANTA MONICA:
Bring Back the Beach Gala. Heal the Bay's
annual beach fundraising party at Jonathan's
Beach Club includes a star-studded cast of
Hollywoods' best. Ticket is $500 person.
healthebay.org
ORANGEVALE: Pow
Wow Days, May 15-18, 2014 . A parade (on May 17), concerts,
carnival, and tons of family fun at this
51st annual festival. orangevalepowwowdays.com
PENN VALLEY: Penn Valley Rodeo, May 16-18, 2014. Dance to follow rodeo on Friday and Saturday nights. Sunday Cowboy Church before event. Held at Penn Valley Rodeo Grounds, 10513 Spenceville Rd Penn Valley, CA. Tickets: $10-15. pvrodeo.com
COARSEGOLD: Antique & Classic Wooden Boat Show. oakhurstchamber.com
HAYWARD: Rowell Ranch Rodeo, May 17-18, 2014. 94th
annual PRCA rodeo event. Rowell Ranch Rodeo
Located on Dublin Canyon Road
between Castro Valley and Dublin
just off Interstate 580. rowellranchrodeo.com
ORANGEVALE: Pow
Wow Days, May 15-18, 2014 . A parade (on May 17), concerts,
carnival, and tons of family fun at this
51st annual festival. orangevalepowwowdays.com
OROVILLE: Feather
Fiesta Days, May 3-17, 2014 . All events free
Location: Historic Downtown District
Oroville, California. This year starts with an event at Riverbend Park on
Saturday, May 3rd and ends with the Grand
Parade, Gold Rush Car Show and many other
events on Saturday, May 17.
cityoforoville.org
PENN VALLEY:
Penn Valley Rodeo, May 16-18, 2014. Dance to follow rodeo on
Friday and Saturday nights. Sunday Cowboy Church before
event. Held at Penn Valley Rodeo Grounds, 10513 Spenceville
Rd Penn Valley, CA. Tickets: $10-15. pvrodeo.com
REDDING:
Rodeo Week, May 14-17,
2014. The Redding Rodeo Association presents one of the Top Rodeos in the PRCA and Inaugural Champions Challenge.
Also includes Chicks n Chaps, Mutton
Bustin, Steak Feed, and PRCA events. reddingrodeo.com
TIBURON: Wine
Festival.
Point Tiburon Plaza, 1701 Tiburon Blvd. at Main St. across from Ferry Terminal,
Tiburon, CA.
Approx: 60 Wineries, 20 Restaurant & Food Booths
Silent Auction
Live Music
Tasting & Dancing Outdoors on the San Francisco Bay! Time: 1-4 p.m. $75 ticket,
pre-sale only. tiburonwinefestival.org
HAYWARD: Rowell Ranch Rodeo, May 17-18, 2014. 94th
annual PRCA rodeo event. Rowell Ranch Rodeo
Located on Dublin Canyon Road
between Castro Valley and Dublin
just off Interstate 580. rowellranchrodeo.com
ORANGEVALE: Pow
Wow Days, May 15-18, 2014 . A parade (on May 17), concerts,
carnival, and tons of family fun at this
51st annual festival. orangevalepowwowdays.com
PENN VALLEY: Penn Valley Rodeo, May 16-18, 2014.
Dance to follow rodeo on Friday and Saturday nights. Sunday
Cowboy Church before event. Held at Penn Valley Rodeo
Grounds, 10513 Spenceville Rd Penn Valley, CA. Tickets:
$10-15. pvrodeo.com
POTTER VALLEY: Rodeo May 23-26, 2014. Potter Valley Rodeo is held on Memorial Weekend. Potter Valley Spring Festival & Rodeo includes Junior Rodeo Slack Rodeo Grounds FREE; Saturday 11 a.m. Main Street Parade; 12 Noon Potter Valley Volunteer Fire Dept. Chicken BBQ Main Street, 8:00 am Potter Valley Junior Rodeo Slack Rodeo Grounds. Woodcutting & Axe Throw Competitions 1pm, Junior Rodeo Performance 5pm, Team Roping 8pm, Starlight Dance. See Location: Mendocino County pottervalleyrodeo.com
MARYSVILLE: Stampede, May 24-25,
2014, prorodeo.com
POTTER VALLEY: Rodeo May 23-26, 2014. Potter Valley
Rodeo is held on Memorial Weekend. Potter Valley
Spring Festival & Rodeo includes Junior Rodeo Slack Rodeo
Grounds FREE; Saturday 11 a.m. Main Street
Parade; 12 Noon Potter Valley Volunteer Fire Dept. Chicken
BBQ Main Street, 8:00 am Potter Valley Junior Rodeo
Slack Rodeo Grounds. Woodcutting & Axe Throw Competitions
1pm, Junior Rodeo Performance 5pm, Team Roping 8pm,
Starlight Dance. See Location: Mendocino County pottervalleyrodeo.com
SAN JOSE: Sense 5K "The Blue Dawn Tour"
. Sense 5K is an inspiring run celebrating the 5 human senses.
Ascend into the Sense world and journey beyond imagination. The Sense 5K "Blue Dawn Tour" is rising over the San Francisco Bay Area on May 24th.
Please join in to feel, hear, smell, see, and taste in a celebration of the five human senses.
Location: Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Noon.
Address: 344 Tully Rd, San Jose, CA 95111 See: sense5k.com for
registration
YUCCA VALLEY:
Yucca
Valley Grubstake Days. Time: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
yucca-valley.org
MARYSVILLE: Stampede, May 24-25,
2014, prorodeo.com
POTTER VALLEY: Rodeo May 23-26, 2014. Potter Valley
Rodeo is held on Memorial Weekend. Potter Valley
Spring Festival & Rodeo includes Junior Rodeo Slack Rodeo
Grounds FREE; Saturday 11 a.m. Main Street
Parade; 12 Noon Potter Valley Volunteer Fire Dept. Chicken
BBQ Main Street, 8:00 am Potter Valley Junior Rodeo
Slack Rodeo Grounds. Woodcutting & Axe Throw Competitions
1pm, Junior Rodeo Performance 5pm, Team Roping 8pm,
Starlight Dance. See Location: Mendocino County pottervalleyrodeo.com
POTTER VALLEY: Rodeo May 23-26, 2014. Potter Valley Rodeo is held on Memorial Weekend. Potter Valley Spring Festival & Rodeo includes Junior Rodeo Slack Rodeo Grounds FREE; Saturday 11 a.m. Main Street Parade; 12 Noon Potter Valley Volunteer Fire Dept. Chicken BBQ Main Street, 8:00 am Potter Valley Junior Rodeo Slack Rodeo Grounds. Woodcutting & Axe Throw Competitions 1pm, Junior Rodeo Performance 5pm, Team Roping 8pm, Starlight Dance. See Location: Mendocino County pottervalleyrodeo.com
JUNE
June 14, 204 LANCASTER: Antelope Valley Jazz Festival at Fairgrounds, avfair.com
June 14 & 15, 2014 MARTINEZ: King of the County BBQ Challenge & Music Festival Martinez Waterfront Park Marina Martinez, CA. Join the 8th Annual King of the County BBQ Challenge & Music Festival at the Martinez Marina Waterfront Park. A perfect way for the entire family to spend Father's Day! Enjoy lip-smacking BBQ from the professionals at Back Forty BBQ, Kinder's Meats and the new Smokehouse 10 as well as an amateur BBQ competition. Live on the Xtreme Scaffolding stage, enjoy the music of a variety of California's top bands. Also presenting kid's activities, rides, as well as arts & craft vendors, microbreweries & wineries. Time: 11am-6pm daily. FREE parking & admission. countybbq.com
June 21, 2014 CORONA: Mach 1 Mud Run. Held at Corona Municipal Airport, 1901 Aviation Dr. machonemudrun.com
June 21-22, 2014 LOS ANGELES: BrideWorld Expo. Save time. Shop and compare 180 wedding products and services. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $12 admission. L.A. Convention Center, 1200 L.A. Live Way, Los Angeles, CA. brideworld.com
June 29, 2014 SAN DIEGO FARE Food Allergy Walk . The Third Annual San Diego Walk for Food Allergy at NTC Park at Liberty Station. There is no charge to register but participants will be encouraged to form Teams and fundraise through our on-line registration. Sponsors will be encouraged to participate with a corporate donation and will be provided a booth/table at the event. The Walk is a family-friendly event that takes place in communities nationwide to raise funds for food allergy research, education, advocacy and awareness. This special day will include fun activities for the entire family. More than 15 million Americans, including 3 million children, have a food allergy, which is the leading cause of anaphylaxis (a serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death) outside the hospital setting and results in 50,000 to 125,000 emergency room visits each year, depending on the source. Eight foods account for 90% of all allergic reactions in the U.S.: milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish. Register today at www.foodallergywalk.org/sandiego Time: 9am-12pm Location: NTC Park at Liberty Station: 2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego CA Cost: Free. Call: 310-883-8644 8. www.foodallergywalk.org/sandiego
JULY
July 12, 2014 SAN DIEGO: The Ultimate Dog Lovers Family Fun Event. Increase dog and cat adoption countywide. Enjoy yummy eats, music and special guests. Canines and their Peeps can shop for unique pet products and much more. YOU might even find you new (BFF) Best Furry Friend! Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Liberty Station/NTC Preble Field 2455 Cushing Road 92106. doggiestreetfestival.org
July 12 & 13, 2014 IDYLLWILD: Idyllwild Lemon Lily Festival, July 12 -13, 2014.The Lemon Lily Festival features fun for all ranging from nature walks and talks, hikes for all ages and skill levels, a bluegrass festival, native plant sale, a rustic Pioneertown for the whole family, and arts and crafts in the beautiful town of Idyllwild. Most events are free. The Lemon Lily Festival benefits the education of the public and oversess the restoration of the Lemon Lily habitat which is unique to the San Jacinto Mountain environment. Where: Idyllwild Nature Center and in downtown Idyllwild.
July 20, 2014 LOS ANGELES: The Ultimate Dog Lovers Family Fun Event. Increase dog and cat adoption countywide. Enjoy yummy eats, music and special guests. Canines and their Peeps can shop for unique pet products and much more. YOU might even find you new (BFF) Best Furry Friend! Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: Westfield Century City Mall-10250 Santa Monica Bl. 90067. Become A Sponsor, Vendor or Volunteer Today. Contact: doggiestreetfestival.org
AUGUST
AUBURN: 59th Annual Western Trail Ride Tevis Cup 100 Miles One Day August 9, 2014
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 11-14, 2014 MORAGA - California Independent Film Festival. This star-studded event provides both local Bay Area residents and visitors with an opportunity to see world-class films, meet filmmakers from around the world and international celebrities. Locations: Moraga, Orinda, San Francisco, CA. caiff.org
September 13, 2014 ROSEVILLE: Crossroads Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale.
You’ll find fine antiques, dolls, teddy
bears, miniatures, supplies, furniture and
accessories. This is a family friendly show
with wonderful items to delight our young
collectors. Door Prizes and Free Parking. 10
a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Placer County Fairgrounds,
800 All American City Blvd., Roseville, CA
95678 Adults $7. Children under 12 $4. info@crossroadsshows.com. crossroadsshows.com
775 348 7713
September 19-21, 2014 SOLVANG: Danish
Days solvangusa.com
OCTOBER
October 10-12, 2014 BISHOP: Lone Pine Film Festival. lonepinefilmfestival.org
October 10-12, 2014 SAN PEDRO: San Pedro International Film Festival, SPIFFest.org
NOVEMBER
NEWHALL: Rose Show. This year's Santa Clarita Valley Rose Society "Wild West" rose show will be held at William S. Hart Park in Newhall, CA. Hundreds of rose bloom will be on display in vases. There is no charge to enter roses in this rose society rose show or to view the exhibits. The public is welcome to attend free of charge. scvrs.homestead.com
DECEMBER
JANUARY 2015
FEBRUARY 2015
ADELANTO - Adelanto Grand Prix Feb 28-March 1, 2014. adelantogp.com
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