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BEVERLY HILLS - The Manor: Murder and Mystery at Greystone. The City of Beverly Hills and Theater 40 present The Manor: Murder and Mystery at Greystone. The drama has been created especially for Greystone Mansion and chronicles the tragic lives of certain members of the Doheny family, original owners of the mansion. Audience members will follow the actors throughout the first floor during this unusual performance held November 7, 8, 14, 15 and 21. Time: 1 p.m. Cost: $45. Location: Greystone Mansion, 905 Loma Vista Drive, Beverly Hills, CA. Call: (310) 364-0535 – advanced ticket purchase is recommended. theatre40.org.
BURBANK -  Experience a dynamic variety of fine art at one of the largest open-air art markets in the region! Twice a year, for two days Downtown Burbank streets are filled with over 100 award-winning painters, ceramicists, photographers, jewelry makers, chalk artists, roving entertainers and more. westcoastartists.com / downtown-burbank.org
CHICO - This Way to Sustainability V Conference. This Way to Sustainability V Conference is an annual event hosted by CSU, Chico, Butte Community College, and the Associated Student groups of each. Time: Times will vary. Cost: Free-TBA. Location: California State University, Chico, CA. Call: (530) 898-3334. csuchico.edu
HOLLYWOOD -  Virtual Exercise Experience. Imagine 200 stationary bikes surrounded by lights, music and large projection screens inside the red-hot Avalon nightclub in Hollywood. Southern California’s top instructors, including Bike 2 The Beat’s Alan Harvey, Brandon Hament from The Cycle Annex in South Pasadena , Cindy Bell from Pedal Spin Studio in Montrose and Debbie Rocker from The Ride Studio in Sherman Oaks, take turns up on stage, guiding riders on an exhilarating, energizing virtual journey. Lights, music, instructors and digital projections are in sync, engaging the adrenalin-filled participants in an amazing bicycle ride through lush rainforests, misty mountains, deserted beaches, city lights, surreality. Time: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost: $30 / per class. Location: Avalon Hollywood, 1735 N. Vine St ., Hollywood , CA 90028. Call: (310) 709-1360. ridetheevent.com
JULIAN - Fall Apple Harvest. A San Diego tradition, the Annual Julian Fall Apple Harvest runs through November 15. This year, the Apple Harvest celebrates its 100th birthday as thousands of visitors venture to this historic East County mining town, nestled in the Cuyamaca Mountains, to sample fresh crisp apples, homemade apple pies and ciders. Visitors can also enjoy acres of colorful fall foliage, charming bed and breakfast inns, art shows, quaint antique shops and live entertainment. julianca.com
MOORPARK - The Blue & Gray - Grant Takes Command, Civil War Re-enactment. The Largest and Grandest Civil War Event in Southern California! Public Admitted at 10 a.m. Both Days Nov. 7 & 8. Cost: $10-15. Location: Tierra Rejada Ranch, 3370 Sunset Valley Rd., Moorpark, CA. moorparkrotary.com
SAN DIEGO - Disney’s The Lion King, Musical. This award-winning Broadway musical returns to San Diego and often sells out. Time: 1 & 6:30 p.m. Cost: $20 - 79 approx. Location: San Diego Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101. broadwaysd.com
SANTA ANA - Head to Toe: All About Your Body. Explore the science under your skin with Taco Bell Discovery Science Center’s exhibit that includes five interesting body topics– skeletons, organs, the senses, keeping healthy and general body facts. Hours: 10am – 5pm. Cost: $9.95 Age 2 to Teen; $12.95 Adult . Location: 2500 North Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92705. Call: (714) 542-2823. discoverycube.org
VISALIA - Top of the Line Holiday Marketplace. 26th Annual shopping event in Visalia  includes 165+ quality vendors and 8,000 attendees who come to browse and buy during three fun-filled days of one-stop holiday shopping! There’s something for everyone from gourmet foods and specialty wines to original photographs, handcrafted jewelry and one-of-a-kind clothing. VIB pre-Sale Party Fri Night with fabulous door prizes. Cost: $6 admission, plenty of free parking, package check desk available. Location: Visalia Convention Center, Visalia CA. Contact: 559-438-2180 x 10. niki@jpmktg.com; topofthelinevisalia.org  See more events