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California Events - Event Calendar California 2009 / 2010

California Events calendar includes wine and food events, celebration of wine, beer, strawberries, lemons, garlic with food fairs, concerts, parades, fireworks, car shows, races, tennis, golf and historical re-enactments in a calendar list. California enjoys year-round sunny weather and temperate climate conducive for holding events throughout the year. There are annual events, special events and ongoing events such as Farmer's Market. When visiting, please call first...information is subject to change.

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November 20, 2009

Friday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Farmer's Market and Art Fair at the Beach. Time: Noon to 5 p.m. Location: Pacific Coast Highway at Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA. Cost: Free

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Gondola Rides. Offered from 11 a.m. to Midnight. Location: Peter's Landing, Huntington Harbour, Huntington Beach, CA.

NAPA - Gifts ‘n Tyme Holiday Faire - This popular event, the Holiday Faire, features 82 booths of fine crafts, art, and gourmet foods. This is a great time to get your Christmas shopping done early – with the personal touch! Special orders are accepted and delivered by Christmas by most vendors. The Greater Napa Valley Lion’s Club again features the home-baked goodies annual sale, plus a full kitchen serving excellent homemade lunches and dinner. Time: Friday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (event goes through Nov. 22) Cost: Admission and parking are free, and the Downtown Shuttle makes stops in front of the Expo every 20 minutes. Location: Napa Valley Exposition's Chardonnay Hall at 575 Third Street, Napa, CA. Call Kim or Mark at 925/372-8961, or e-mail: afterthegoldrush@sbcglobal.net
ORANGE - Irvine Park Railroad Holiday Train. Time: Daily. Cost: Parking Fee. Free admission, fees charged for train rides and activities.

REDONDO BEACH - Seaside Ice Rink is open for outdoor beach ice skating next to the sunshine and sand. seasideice.com

SAN DIEGO - San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival - Take in the beautiful San Diego Bay and enjoy the ocean breeze as you partake in the largest food festival in Southern California. 170 wine & spirit purveyors, 70 of San Diego’s top chefs, gourmet foods, “Chef of the Fest” competition, cookbook author signing tent, and live entertainment included. Must be 21 years or older to attend. No infants admitted. Check prices & buy tickets

SAN JOSE - Ballet San Jose Pirates of Penzance! Gilbert and Sullivan's PIRATES OF PENZANCE explodes onto the ballet stage with swashbuckling pirates and damsels in distress. It's a show you won't want to miss. Event runs only through November 22! Read the details

SAN JOSE - Downtown Ice - San Jose's outdoor rink opens to Public for season. Cost: $13-15. Location: Circle of Palms, 170 S. Market St. between San Jose Museum of Art and Fairmont Hotel, San Jose, California. Call: (408) 279-1775 ext. 45 or sjdowntown.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

November 21, 2009

Saturday

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.'

LAGUNA BEACH - Saw Dust Festival Winter Fantasy Art Show Opens, Community Tree Light Ceremony. 4 weekends only, this annual event features art gifts for sale for the holidays. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $6 adult. Location: Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA. Info: (949)494-3030. sawdustartfestival.org

NAPA - Gifts ‘n Tyme Holiday Faire - This popular event, the Holiday Faire, features 82 booths of fine crafts, art, and gourmet foods. This is a great time to get your Christmas shopping done early – with the personal touch! Special orders are accepted and delivered by Christmas by most vendors. The Greater Napa Valley Lion’s Club again features the home-baked goodies annual sale, plus a full kitchen serving excellent homemade lunches and dinner. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: Free admission, free parking and the Downtown Shuttle makes stops in front of the Expo every 20 minutes. Location: Napa Valley Exposition's Chardonnay Hall at 575 Third Street, Napa, CA. Call Kim or Mark at 925/372-8961, or e-mail: afterthegoldrush@sbcglobal.net
OROVILLE - House of Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Tickets: $20 Advance/$22 At The Door. Location: Oroville State Theatre, 1489 Myers St., Oroville, CA
orovillestatetheatre.org

SAN DIEGO - San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival - Reserve & New Release Tasting. Take in the beautiful San Diego Bay and enjoy the ocean breeze as you partake in the largest, most talked about wine and food festival in Southern California. This year you will enjoy 170 wine & spirit purveyors, 70 of San Diego’s top chefs, gourmet foods, “Chef of the Fest” competition, cookbook author signing tent, and live entertainment. Must be 21 years or older to attend. No infants admitted. Location: Embarcadero Marina Park North -Behind Seaport Village, San Diego, CA. Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Check prices & buy tickets

SAN FRANCISCO - Teatro ZinZanni presents Brevé. Teatro ZinZanni brunch with a twist on alternate Saturdays. Enjoy an abridged version of Under the Gypsy Moon, together with a three-course gourmet brunch designed by Chef Patrick Fassino. Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 pm. Cost: $63-$78. Location: Pier 29 on The Embarcadero at Battery, San Francisco, CA. Call: (415) 438-2668. love.zinzanni.or
SAN JOSE - Ballet San Jose Pirates of Penzance! Gilbert and Sullivan's PIRATES OF PENZANCE explodes onto the ballet stage with swashbuckling pirates and damsels in distress. It's a show you won't want to miss. Event runs only through November 22! Read the details

SAUSALITO - Vintage Jewelry Show. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $6. Location: Sausalito Events Place, Idesst Hall, 511 Caledonia St., Sausalito, CA. goldengateshows.com

SUNSET BEACH - Glasgow Tiki Shakers, band. The Glasgow Tiki Shakers perform rock instrumental music in the Dagger Bar! Enjoy a classic tiki restaurant and bar with the best food and drinks you just can't get anywhere else. Summer is Never Over! 9pm – midnight. Free show. Location: Don the Beachcomber, 16278 Pacific Coast Hwy, Sunset Beach 92649. Call: (562)592-1321 donthebeachcomber.com.

November 22, 2009

Sunday

ENCINITAS - Encinitas Fall Festival. Held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Downtown Encinitas. Cost: Free. Contact Downtown Encinitas Mainstreet Association (DEMA) at 760-943-1950.

EUREKA - Mushroom Fair - The Humboldt Bay Mycological Society presents the annual Mushroom Fair at the Redwood Acres Fairgrounds. HBMS is a non-profit organization devoted to the appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of fungi. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka, CA. Call: (707) 822-8856

FALLBROOK - Holiday Art Faire - Join the wonderful holiday experience on the grounds of Pala Mesa Resort at an upscale local Artists and Artisans event that includes ceramics, pottery, sculptures, oil, acrylic, watercolor, pen & ink, fiber art, photography, digital art, jewelry, murals, hand painted ornaments. Aqua Terra Restaurant will be selling food and beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, within the Art Faire. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $10 for tickets in advance, $15at the door. Location: Pala Mesa Golf Resort, 2001 Old Highway 395, Fallbrook, CA 92028. Stay at the Pala Mesa Resort

NAPA - Gifts ‘n Tyme Holiday Faire - This popular event, the Holiday Faire, features 82 booths of fine crafts, art, and gourmet foods. This is a great time to get your Christmas shopping done early – with the personal touch! Special orders are accepted and delivered by Christmas by most vendors. The Greater Napa Valley Lion’s Club again features the home-baked goodies annual sale, plus a full kitchen serving excellent homemade lunches and dinner. Time: Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Cost: Admission and parking are free, and the Downtown Shuttle makes stops in front of the Expo every 20 minutes. Location: Napa Valley Exposition's Chardonnay Hall at 575 Third Street, Napa, CA. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call Kim or Mark at 925/372-8961, or e-mail: afterthegoldrush@sbcglobal.net

SAN BERNARDINO - Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Carolers, cookies, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa Claus transforms the National Orange Show Events Center's scenic Lagoon into a glowing, enchanted wonderland with the annual lighting of a 70-foot holiday tree. Time: 5 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: National Orange Show Grounds, San Bernardino, CA. nationalorangeshow.com

SAN FRANCISCO - Pier 39 Tree Lighting Ceremony. Time: 1 to 6 p.m. Performers, entertainment and a host of activities on this special day. Tree Lighting begins at 5:30 p.m. Location: Beach Street at Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA. pier39.com

SAUSALITO - Vintage Jewelry Show. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $6. Location: Sausalito Events Place, Idesst Hall, 511 Caledonia St., Sausalito, CA. goldengateshows.com

VALLEJO - Return to Mare Island' Touro University's Walk/Run. 4th Annual 'Walk/Run will start on the Touro University campus and take many scenic routes through the area and eventually ending up back at the campus where food will be served. Everyone who registers for the walk/run will receive a t-shirt, refreshments, snacks, and more. Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. MareIslandRun.com/

November 23, 2009

Monday

SANTA ROSA - The Language of Lines. Exhibit at Charles Schulz Musuem runs through Nov. 30. The Language of Lines: How Cartoonists Create Characters is an exhibition, co-curated by cartoon historian Brian Walker. It explores the four different stages in the creation of cartoon characters: the archetypes, the icons, the personalities, and casts, and features cartoons from the late 19th century to the present day. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

November 24, 2009

Tuesday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights. Outdoor street fair & farmer's market. Time: 5 to 9 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: 200 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA. hbdowntown.com

November 25, 2009

Wednesday

REDONDO BEACH - Seaside Ice.

November 26, 2009

Thursday

CORONADO - Skating by The Sea. Three-hour skating sessions will be offered daily from 2 to 5 pm and 6 to 9 pm. A special matinee skating sessions from 11 am to 1 pm will occur on weekends and holidays. 3-hour session: Prices based on previous years, and may be different in 2009: $20/adults; $15/ages 10 years and under; 2-hour matinee session $15/adult; $10/ages 10 years and under. Skate rental is $5 per person. Location: 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA. Call: 800 Hotel Del or (619) 435-6611

LONG BEACH - Turkey Trot. For charity 5K/10K Run/Walk & Kids ½-Mile Wingding. The 7th Annual event begins and ends at Belmont Olympic Pool. The Start & Finish lines and parking are same as last year -- at the Belmont Olympic Pool, 1 Bennett Ave. in the Belmont Shore area of Long Beach. The flat “out-and-back” course, which heads toward the Queen Mary and downtown Long Beach, is on the scenic beach bike path. The 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk starts at 9:30; 10K (6.2 miles) run/walk begins at 8:30 a.m. and the 1/2-Mile Kids' Fun Run will start at 8:10 a.m. Optional: 7:30 a.m. 5K/10K start time. NOTE: By law, dogs are NOT allowed in this event. 350 free holiday pies to random finishers. Open: 6:30 a.m. AWARDS & TIMING Overall top-three 5K (9:30 a.m. only), 10K (8:30 a.m. only) and Kids' 1/2-mile run females & males will receive a prize and award certificate. There is no professional timing company for this charity run AND no age division awards. TurkeyTrot.us

NEWPORT BEACH -Newport Beach Thanksgiving Buffet Cruise. Hornblower Cruises & Events Thanksgiving Day celebration includes a spectacular holiday buffet complete with all the trimmings aboard a luxurious Hornblower yacht. Includes a boarding glass of champagne and unlimited coffee, tea, soda and juice. Board at 3pm, Cruise 3:30-6:30 p.m. Cost: $79.95 per person plus tax, Gratuity Included. Discounts available for Seniors (55+), Military (ID Required), and Children (Ages 4-12). Reservations required. Call: (888-467-6256)

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Turkey Trot. Turkey Trot is a new event that includes Locals 5K, Open 5K, Kids 1 Mile Fun Run. Time: 7 a.m. Cost: Varies per race. Location: 330 N. Coast Highway (Corner of Coast Hwy and Mission), Oceanside, Ca 92054. Call: (760) 434-5255. Website: osideturkeytrot.com

November 27, 2009

Friday

EUREKA - Craftsman's Days. Learn more about Blacksmithing, Woodworking, Spinning and traditional arts such as ceramics. Live music and home-style cooking. Fun for the whole family. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Blue Ox Millworks, 1 X Street, Eureka, CA. (Call: 800) 248-4259

REDDING - Great Russian Nutrcracker with Moscow Ballet. Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker returns on its world tour with several one-day performances in California. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $21 -99. Location: Redding Convention Center, 700 Auditorium Dr., Redding, CA 96001 Charge by phone: (530) 225-4130. nutcracker.com

SAN DIEGO - SeaWorld Holiday Collection. Breakfast with Shamu and Santa. Santa makes an appearance during the event. Cost is $26/10 and older; $16 age 3 to 9 years (tax, gratuity & park admission not included). Dates are Nov. 27-29; Dec. 5-6; Dec. 12-13; and Dec. 19-22.

YOUNTVILLE - Festival of Lights. 21st Annual Festival of Lights includes Santa and his helpers, live entertainment, great food and wine, and fun for the whole family! Time: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Call: Chamber of Commerce (707) 944-0904.

YUCAIPA - Apple Butter Festival. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Riley's at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Rd. #13, Yucaipa, CA. 92399. Call: (909) 797-1005. losriosrancho.com

November 28, 2009

Saturday

BASS LAKE - Bass Lake 18th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights at The Pines Resort. Beginning at 6pm with caroling, photos with Santa, holiday raffle, refreshments and holiday cheer! More info at 559-692-8837. basslake.com

CAPITOLA - Surfing Santa. Santa & his reindeer surf into Capitola Beach. Bring your Christmas list to review with Santa. Candy Canes for everyone! Time: Noon. Location: Capitola Beach, Capitola Village, California. Call: (831) 475-6522. capitolachamber.com

COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Every weekend through December 20, meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free holiday puppet shows presented by Mitchell Marionettes on Nov. 28 & 29 and Dec. 19 & 20. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. In its 40th year, the Orange County Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. at the O. C Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call 949-723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

CRESTLINE - Christmas Tree Lighting. Christmas carols, Santa Claus, hot cocoa & coffee & cookies,

and the countdown to lighting the giant tree across Lake Gregory. Sometimes there’s even snow!

Time: 5 p.m.

CUPERTINO - Great Russian Nutrcracker with Moscow Ballet. Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker returns on its world tour with several one-day performances in California. Time: 3 p.m. Cost: $27.50- 100. Location: 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014. Charge by phone: (408) 864-8816. nutcracker.com

FAIRFIELD - Jelly Belly Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Santa and friends light Christmas tree along with musical performances, entertainment, and candy factory tours. Time: 5:30 - 8 p.m. Location: 1 Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield, CA.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cool Yule Christmas. Smooth Jazz Concert features Nick Colionne and Maysa with special guest Shilts. Time: 7 and 9:30 p.m. shows. Cost: $40 general; $55 row 5-7; $80 VIP dinner row 1-4. Location: Huntington Beach Library Theatre, 7111 Talbert Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 377-7574. bbjazz.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Wetlands Gardening - Enjoy the Great Outdoors while helping to restore the Bolsa Chica Wetlands! Help restore native plant communities through non-native plant removal, and cleanup efforts. Don't forget to bring: Drinking water, wear closed toed shoes, layered clothing you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from the sun. Time: 9 a.m. to Noon. Cost: Volunteer, no cost. Location: Bolsa Chica Conservancy Interpretive Center: 3842 Warner Ave.Huntington Beach, CA 92649 R.S.V.P. at (714) 846-1114 or email: info@bolsachica.org. bolsachica.org

KERNVILLE - Christmas Parade. Annual Christmas Parade at Lake Isabella. Kernville, CA. kernvillechamber.org

MALIBU - Westside Ballet Nutcracker Ballet. A West Los Angeles Family Tradition Celebrates its 37th Year, Westside Ballet’s 2009 Nutcracker will be hosted in two locations. It will first appear at the Smothers Theatre at Pepperdine University on November 28 & 29. The other performances will be on Dec. 12 & 13 in Wadsworth Theater, Brentwood. Nov. 28: 2 & 7 p.m. Location: 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA. Call 310-828-6211 for tickets or westsideballet.com.

PETALUMA - Santa's Riverboat Arrival. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the Petaluma Riverfront onboard the tug, Petaluma, to greet the children and distribute candy canes. Time: Noon. Location: Historic Downtown Petaluma Petaluma River Turning Basin, Petaluma, CA. Cost: Free. Call: (707) 769-0429. visitpetaluma.com

PETALUMA - Antique Wagon and Horse Procession. See a procession of antique wagons and decorated horse teams joined with modern riders and horse teams with Santa and Mrs. Claus in their one-horse sleigh leading the way through Historic Downtown from 4th and B Streets north to E. Washington Street, turning south on Petaluma Blvd. No. and back to the starting point. Procession led by Santa begins anywhere between 1 and 1:30 p.m., shortly after Santa’s arrival by boat in the Petaluma River Turning Basin. Time: 1 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Starts at 4th and B Streets Historic Downtown Petaluma, Petaluma, CA. Call: 707-769-0429

SAN DIEGO - Surfing Santa Arrives. The Big Guy surfs into Seaport Village. Time: 1 p.m. Cost: Free. seaportvillage.com

YUCAIPA - Apple Butter Festival. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special ticketed event, Apple Butter Hoedown begins at 6pm. Riley's at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Rd. #13, Yucaipa, CA. 92399. Call: (909) 797-1005. losriosrancho.com

November 29, 2009

Sunday

ANAHEIM - Disneyland's Holiday Celebration includes Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, “Believe … in Holiday Magic” fireworks show, Santa’s Reindeer Round-up, A Christmas Fantasy parade, Haunted Mansion Holiday and It’s a Small World holiday. Time: 8 a.m. to Midnight. Location: 1313 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, CA.

COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free holiday puppet shows presented by Mitchell Marionettes. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. Orange County Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call 949-723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

FRESNO - Great Russian Nutrcracker with Moscow Ballet. Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker returns on its world tour with several one-day performances in California. Time: 3 p.m. Cost: $50- 99. Location: The Tower Theatre, 815 E.Olive Avenue in Fresno, CA 93728. Charge by phone: (559) 485-9050. nutcracker.com

MALIBU - Westside Ballet Nutcracker Ballet. A West Los Angeles Family Tradition Celebrates its 37th Year, Westside Ballet’s 2009 Nutcracker will be hosted in two locations. It will first appear at the Smothers Theatre at Pepperdine University. The other performances will be on Dec. 12 & 13 in Wadsworth Theater, Brentwood. November 29 at 1:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. Location: 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA. Call 310-828-6211 for tickets or westsideballet.com.

November 30, 2009

Monday

CARLSBAD - Legoland Tree Lighting. Lego Christmas Tree Lighting is a 30-foot Christmas tree made from LEGO bricks. The world’s largest Lego Christmas tree lights up Legoland California at 5:30 p.m. followed by nightly tree lightings until Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. A selected guest pulls the switch lighting the 30-foot-tall tree built with more than 245,000 DUPLO® bricks. Please note the park is closed the first three Tuesdays and Wednesdays of December. Buy Tickets

December 2009

December 1, 2009

Tuesday

CAMBRIA - Festival of Trees. Christmas cheer and Holiday hoopla combine with the joy of giving, at the annual Christmas Tree & Silent Auction. The $20 admission ticket includes wine and gourmet appetizers along with a chance to buy your fully decorated tree at the spirited live auction. Money from sales of trees goes to local charities. Doors open at 6:30 pm Call 927-3624 for information. cambriachamber.org

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights. Outdoor street fair & farmer's market. Time: 5 to 9 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: 200 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA. hbdowntown.com

OXNARD - Channel Island Harbor Water Taxi Holiday Lights on the Water Ride. One of the most unique light displays on the California coast shows off the thousands of lights sparkle and dance across the water. Enjoy holiday decorations from the water as you tour Channel Islands Harbor and Mandalay Bay on the Water Taxi. Time: 6 and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 person. Location: 3600 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard, CA 93035. Reservations required, call: (805) (805) 985-5828 ext. 102. progressivedining.com
SAN DIEGO - Gingerbread City. A spectacular holiday gala for charity featuring celebrity chefs, complimentary champagnes and wines, holiday music, exciting auctions and the largest nationally recognized gingerbread structure competition on the West Coast showcasing creations by San Diego’s leading chefs, artists and designers. 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Ticket: $250. Location:

5300 Grand Del Mar Ct, San Diego, CA

SAN FRANCISCO - Nutcracker Ballet - featuring San Francisco Ballet, this time honored classic is sure to please. One of the finest ballet companies on the West Coast presents an award-winning stage production of a Christmas holiday musical. Runs nightly through December 27 (few days excluded). Time: Hours vary. Location: War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA. Tickets: $18 - 236. Call:(415) 865.2000, sfballet.org

December 2, 2009

Wednesday

SALINAS - Streets of Bethlehem Living Nativity. Streets of Bethlehem is an annual event that has been held for about a decade. Offered free to the public, thousands come to see this nativity scene. It begins just after dark (6 p.m. and goes to 8:30 p.m.) A special assistance opportunity for those with disabilities and impairments is offered. Please contact the First Baptist Church of Salinas. Address: 1130 San Vincente Ave., Salinas, CA. Call: (831) 422-9872. streetsofbethlehem.com

December 3, 2009

Thursday

SANTA ROSA - The Facts Behind the Funnies. Exhibit at Charles Schulz Musuem The Facts Behind the Funnies: Schulz's Passion for Precision. As a cartoonist read by millions of fans, Charles Schulz felt an obligation to get his facts straight about the subjects he tackled in Peanuts. This exhibition reveals Schulz's dedication to detail in order to ensure that sports plays and positions (from ice skating to surfing), medical conditions, musical notes, and even Woodstock’s shorthand were accurately depicted. Runs through Jan. 1, 2010. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

TEMPLETON - Nutcracker Ballet. 12th annual event of the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation presentation. Nathan Cottam, a former Principal dancer with Ballet Theatre of Boston who studied with the famed American Ballet Theater, and Jesus Solorio, a local celebrity who competed on the third season of television’s So You Think You Can Dance, will perform. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $15-20. Location: 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, CA. Contact for tickets: 1-800-838-3006. classactdance.com

December 4, 2009

Friday

LOS ALTOS - Tree Lighting Ceremony. Event will be held in Downtown Los Altos, CA. Downtownlosaltos.org

OAKLAND - Jack London Square Holiday Tree Lighting. Jack London Square Lights Up for the Holidays with a preview of the Oakland Children's Holiday Parade floats and costumed characters. At six o'clock watch as City Officials light up the skies with Oakland's only waterfront holiday light installation and stay to listen to festive holiday music performed by the Oakland Symphony Chorus. Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jack London Square, Oakland, CA. jacklondonsquare.com
OXNARD - Tree Lighting Ceremony. Oxnard Tree Lighting Celebration Holiday Festivity event features community performers, the premiere of the 2009 Winter Fantasy Music & Light Show and the lighting of Ventura County's tallest Christmas tree. Word just in - Santa Claus will be there! Complimentary refreshments will be served. Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Downtown Oxnard, Plaza Park, Fifth & B Streets, Oxnard, CA 93030. Phone: (805) 385-7545

OXNARD - Winter Fantasy Music & Light Show. A spectacular computer choreographed music and light show that plays on the quarter hour each hour from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. through New Years Eve at the Historic Pagoda in Plaza Park, downtown Oxnard. There are over 27,000 lights that dance to holiday music. Show runs every 15 minutes daily through Jan 1, 2010. Time: 6 to 10 p.m. Location: Plaza Park, Fifth & "B" Streets, Oxnard, CA 93030. Cost: Free. Phone: (805) 385-2705. downtownoxnard.org

SANTA BARBARA - Folk & Tribal Arts Marketplace. The 24th Annual Folk & Tribal Arts Marketplace at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History offers one-stop holiday shopping for whimsical, practical, and exotic treasures from more than 50 countries around the world. Stretch you dollars beyond shopping as you watch international dance and musical performances, and enjoy a tantalizing ethnic lunch from the Tribal Arts Cafe. Proceeds from the folk art show benefit the Museum's exhibits and educational programs. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol Road, Santa Barbara, CA. sbnature.org

SONOMA - Tree Lighting. Lighting of City Hall with Santa on the Plaza. Holiday, Family Fun: Every year Santa Claus rides on a vintage fire truck to the Sonoma Plaza, lights up the Christmas tree and City Hall and passes out candy canes to tots. Time: 5 p.m. Cost: Free. Call: (866) 996-1090.

TEMPLETON - Nutcracker Ballet. 12th annual event of the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation presentation. Nathan Cottam, a former Principal dancer with Ballet Theatre of Boston who studied with the famed American Ballet Theater, and Jesus Solorio, a local celebrity who competed on the third season of television’s So You Think You Can Dance, will perform. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $15-20. Location: 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, CA. Contact for tickets: 1-800-838-3006. classactdance.com

December 5, 2009

Saturday

ANGELS CAMP - Holiday Parade and Open House on Main Street in Angels Camp brings out the community to enjoy one of the best examples of holiday spirit. Enjoy music, bargains, refreshments and more! Time: 10 a.m. parade begins, open house till 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Call: (209) 736-1333. visitcalaveras.com

CAMPBELL - Carol of Lights. Downtown Streets will celebrate Carol of Lights. Time: 4 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free. Call: Sally Howe @ (408) 374-9700. cityofcampbell.com

CARLSBAD - Holiday at the Rancho. Leo Carrillo Ranch transitions into a version of Whoville, taken over by the Grinch with a tree lighting ceremony, Grinch crafts, and a very special visit by Grinch himself. Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Location: Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 6200 Flying L.C. Lane, Carlsbad, CA. Call: (760) 602-7519. ci.carlsbad.ca.us.

COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. In its 40th year, the Orange County Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call (949) 723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

DISCOVERY BAY - Discovery Bay Parade of Lights. 6th Annual Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce sponsored parade, A Storybook Holiday! The parade will continue straight along Riverlake Road, through the DB Blvd intersection, then make a left on Sandpoint, another left on DB Blvd, past the judging booth on the left side, and left into the shopping center. This new route will solve the problem of spacing between floats after the judging booth, providing a more continuous flowing parade, and easier parking for parade floats at the end. Parade Director, Amanda Dove (925) 408-8332

ENCINITAS - Encinitas Holiday Parade- Encinitas Holiday Parade festivities will kick off with a Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5 p.m. in the Lumberyard shopping center courtyard on Coast Highway 101. The Parade begins at 5:30, heading south along Coast Highway 101 from D Street to J Street. Additional information about this year’s Parade will be available late Summer. Mark this date on your calendar to bring family and friends to watch as nearly 100 entries make their way down the Parade route. Call (760) 633-2740 for general Parade information. ci.encinitas.ca.us

FALLBROOK - Fallbrook Christmas Parade. Time: 5 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Main Street, Fallbrook, CA. Call: (760) 728-5845.

LOS ANGELES - The Imagination Movers. With an Emmy Award-winning Disney Channel series and a newly released Walt Disney Records album under their belt, the wildly popular kid-pop quartet Imagination Movers will launch their first-ever U.S. concert theater tour which includes two shows in Los Angeles. The 39-date “Live From The Idea Warehouse Tour” toured the U.S. Two shows at 1:30p, and 4:30p. Ticket: $31.50 - 41.50. For tickets call the box office at (213) 765-7000, or visit clubnokia.com. Event location: Club Nokia, 800 W. Olympic Blvd. See: imaginationmoverstour.com.

OAKLAND - Lighted Yacht Parade. The Oakland Yacht Club and Encinal Yacht Club have organized a beautiful lighted yacht parade that will sail throughout the Oakland/Alameda estuary. Jack London Square provides excellent viewing areas and restaurants to watch this magnificent holiday attraction. Please make sure to book your dinner reservations early at your favorite Jack London Square restaurant. Special performance by the Oakland Symphony Chorus will begin at 5:30PM. jacklondonsquare.com

ORANGE - Orange Christmas Train to Santa's Village

ORRICK - Candlelight through the Ancient Forest. Dress warmly and bring a candle that is enclosed in a plastic cup (along with a flashlight for the walk back from the campfire.) In case of rain, the entire program will be held in the Visitor Center.Call the North Coast Redwood Interpretive Association at (707) 488-2169.

PETALUMA - Holiday Lighted Boat Parade. See a flotilla of decorated boats on parade and join in holiday caroling. The parade starts at the Petaluma Marina at 5:30 p.m. and arrives in the Turning Basin at about 6:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Petaluma Marina and Petaluma River Turning Basin, Petaluma, CA. Call: (707) 769-0429

SACRAMENTO - Lighted Boat Parade. Capital City Yacht Club 17th Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade, Hosted by 2010 Fleet Captain. ccyc.net

SAN FRANCISCO - Union Street Fantasy of Lights. The 19th Annual Union Street Fantasy of Lights parade launches a month-long celebration of happenings along this famous street in San Francisco. The event features street entertainment including jugglers, face painters, Santa's reindeer, meet the Snow Queen, kids activities, carolers, and much more. Donate Toys for Needy Children Through the SF Firefighters Toy Program. Collection barrels will be onsite that night & remain at specific locations on Union Street throughout the holiday season for donations of new toys. Parade Route: The Annual Fantasy of Lights Parade will begin at Gough and Union and travel westbound to Steiner lighting up Union Street. Time: 3 to 6 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: 1686 Union Street, San Francisco, CA. Call: (800) 310-6563. SRESproductions.com

SANTA CRUZ - Santa Cruz Lighted Boat Parade.Sponsored by the Santa Cruz Yacht Club with the annual canned food drive benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank, the Lighted Boat Parade features 50 beautifully-decorated power and sailboats parading through the Santa Cruz Harbor. Charter boats available. This is a family event with hot drinks and snacks available at various locations through the south harbor. 530 pm, rain or shine. santacruzharbor.org see more boat parades

SONOMA - Blessing of the Olives at the Mission. Celebrate this beautiful, traditional ceremony at the Mission San Francisco Solano de Sonoma with Music and refreshments. Time: 10 a.m. Cost: Free. Location: East Spain and First St. East, Sonoma Plaza, Sonoma, CA. Call: (707) 996.1090

TEMPLETON - Nutcracker Ballet. 12th annual event of the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation presentation. Nathan Cottam, a former Principal dancer with Ballet Theatre of Boston who studied with the famed American Ballet Theater, and Jesus Solorio, a local celebrity who competed on the third season of television’s So You Think You Can Dance, will perform. Time: 2 p.m. Cost: $15-20. Location: 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, CA. Contact for tickets: 1-800-838-3006. classactdance.com

VALLEJO - Vallejo Holiday Tree Lighting. 12th Annual tree lighting includes caroling, music, hot chocolate, cookies, a visit from Santa, and of course, the lighting of the Christmas Tree. Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Location: Vallejo Waterfront and Ferry Terminal, 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo, CA. Contact: (707) 649-1912

YUCAIPA - Currier and Ives Christmas. An old fashioned holiday roasting chestnuts, eating a Christmas feast with plenty of wassail, boughs of holly, Christmas carols and a big barn dance with maestro Pa Riley leading the charge to Riley's Dance Ensemble all make this the sell-out event of the season. Cost: $30 adult; $20 child. Location: Riley's at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Rd. #13, Yucaipa, CA. 92399. Call: (909) 797-1005. losriosrancho.com

December 6, 2009

Sunday

CORONA DEL MAR - Christmas Walk. 31st Anniversary event is free to the public. The Annual Corona del Mar Christmas Walk & Festival is one of the oldest special events filled with holiday festivities for family, friends and associates. Each year the Walk brings together thousands of fun-loving people to the Village of Corona del Mar for entertainment, food, prizes and games in true holiday spirit. Complete with High School bands, Fireman's BBQ, carolers, bouncy houses, Santa Visits restaurant tasting and a grand opportunity drawing full of local prizes.Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Pacific Coast Highway near MacArthur, Corona del Mar, CA. Call: (949) 673-4050. Info@cdmchamber.com

COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. Orange County Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call 949-723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

FERNDALE - Lighting of the Nation's Tallest Living Christmas Tree. Lighting of America's Tallest Living Christmas Tree is a Ferndale tradition since 1934. Time: 3 p.m. starts 39th Annual Christmas Celebration in Song. 5:30 p.m. - Lighting of America's Tallest Living Christmas Tree on Main Street is visible for miles, a beacon to herald the Christmas season. The whole town turns out. Call: (707) 786-4477.

SANTA BARBARA - Folk & Tribal Arts Marketplace. The 24th Annual Folk & Tribal Arts Marketplace at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History offers one-stop holiday shopping for whimsical, practical, and exotic treasures from more than 50 countries around the world. Stretch you dollars beyond shopping as you watch international dance and musical performances, and enjoy a tantalizing ethnic lunch from the Tribal Arts Cafe. Proceeds from the folk art show benefit the Museum's exhibits and educational programs.Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol Road, Santa Barbara, CA. sbnature.org

TEMPLETON - Nutcracker Ballet. 12th annual event of the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation presentation. Nathan Cottam, a former Principal dancer with Ballet Theatre of Boston who studied with the famed American Ballet Theater, and Jesus Solorio, a local celebrity who competed on the third season of television’s So You Think You Can Dance, will perform. Time: 2 p.m. Cost: $15-20. Location: 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, CA. Contact for tickets: 1-800-838-3006. classactdance.com

December 7, 2009

Monday

OXNARD - Channel Island Harbor Water Taxi Holiday Lights on the Water Ride. One of the most unique light displays on the California coast shows off the thousands of lights sparkle and dance across the water. Enjoy holiday decorations from the water as you tour Channel Islands Harbor and Mandalay Bay on the Water Taxi. Time: 6 and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 person. Location: 3600 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard, CA 93035. Reservations required, call: (805) (805) 985-5828 ext. 102. progressivedining.com
SAN DIEGO - The Ten Tenors, concert. Australian singing group sings holiday classics. The group’s hijinx and famous Australian sense of humor set them apart from other groups and have garnered attention and adoration around the world. Cost: $15.50 - 62.50 approx. Location: San Diego Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101. broadwaysd.com

December 8, 2009

Tuesday

SAN DIEGO - The Ten Tenors Holiday. Sizzling sensations, these irreverent Austrians with stage presence, harmony and humor put on a holiday show to remember. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $15.50 - 62.50 approx. Location: San Diego Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101. broadwaysd.com

December 9, 2009

Wednesday

HEALDSBURG -Healdsburg Strolling Dine Around. Annual three-hour dining experience at 18 Healdsburg fine restaurants. Participants enjoy four courses of a "progressive feast" featuring culinary treats. Each host is located either near or on the historic plaza. Cost: $85 including tax and gratuity. Time: 5:30 p.m. Call: (707) 479-7488.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Drive-Thru Nativity Pageant. Drive Through Nativity. Huntington Beach Drive-Thru Nativity Pageant only lasts for three days but the turn out is great for this popular annual religious event that celebrates Christmas in the parking lots and campus of First Christian Church in Huntington Beach, California. First Christian Church, 1207 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. (714) 536-2589 6-9:30pm; 6-10 pm. Cost: Free.

OXNARD - Channel Island Harbor Water Taxi Holiday Lights on the Water Ride. One of the most unique light displays on the California coast shows off the thousands of lights sparkle and dance across the water. Enjoy holiday decorations from the water as you tour Channel Islands Harbor and Mandalay Bay on the Water Taxi. Time: 6 and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 person. Location: 3600 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard, CA 93035. Reservations required, call: (805) (805) 985-5828 ext. 102. progressivedining.com
SAN DIEGO - The Ten Tenors Holiday. Sizzling sensations, these irreverent Austrians with stage presence, harmony and humor put on a holiday show to remember. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $15.50 - 62.50 approx. Location: San Diego Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101. broadwaysd.com

December 10, 2009

Thursday

SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet. Sacramento Ballet performs this annual event for nine nights. Time: 10 a.m. Cost: $15-74 Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.

SAN DIEGO - The Ten Tenors Holiday. Sizzling sensations, these irreverent Austrians with stage presence, harmony and humor put on a holiday show to remember. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $15.50 - 62.50 approx. Location: San Diego Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101. broadwaysd.com

SAN DIEGO - Blue Christmas Holiday Event. A special night of free entertainment throughout many fabulous Gaslamp locations with performances by blues, rock and R&B musicians and much more! The Gaslamp Quarter Association would like to thank the participating locations and entertainers. Time: 7 p.m. begins. Cost: Most events are free. Location: Dick's Last Resort, 345 4th Ave. 7 pm. Croce's Restaurant + Jazz Bar, 802 5th Ave., 8 pm to midnight. gaslamp.org

SANTA ROSA - A Johnny Mathis Christmas. The “king of the Christmas song," Johnny Mathis, brings back those happy memories of Christmases past. From "Silver Bells" to "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year," Mathis is joined by a big, rich orchestra in this very personal performance featuring his favorite holiday songs and his many, many hits. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $99.75; $69.75; $29.75 Standing Room. Location: Ruth Finley Person Theater, Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Call: (707) 546-3600. wellsfargocenterarts.org

December 11, 2009

Friday

LA MESA - Christmas in the Village.

OAKHURST - Oakhurst Tree Lighting. oakhurstchamber.com

SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet. Sacramento Ballet performs this annual event for nine nights. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $15-75. Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.

SAN DIEGO - The Ten Tenors Holiday. Sizzling sensations, these irreverent Austrians with stage presence, harmony and humor put on a holiday show to remember. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $15.50 - 62.50 approx. Location: San Diego Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101. broadwaysd.com

SANTA BARBARA - The Christmas Revels. Delightful holiday merriment comes your way with this newest season filling your heart with lively dances and colorful rituals of the English Medieval period. Runs through Dec. 13 only. Hurry and get your tickets. Marjorie Luke Theatre: 721 East Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA. Tickets are available through the Lobero Theatre, by phone (805) 963-0761 or lobero.com. Price: $35-$25 adult; $20-$12 child. santabarbararevels.org

SANTA ROSA - Posada Navidena. Mexican Folkloric dances and music in a holiday spectacular. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $10-15. Location: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Call: (707) 546-3600. wellsfargocenterarts.org

TEMPLETON - Nutcracker Ballet. 12th annual event of the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation presentation. Nathan Cottam, a former Principal dancer with Ballet Theatre of Boston who studied with the famed American Ballet Theater, and Jesus Solorio, a local celebrity who competed on the third season of television’s So You Think You Can Dance, will perform. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $15-20. Location: 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, CA. Contact for tickets: 1-800-838-3006. classactdance.com

December 12, 2009

Saturday

CEDAR GLEN - Follow the Star /Live Nativity at Wildhaven Ranch. Enjoy a wildlife nativity, music and food. Free admission. Time: 4 to 5:30p.m. Location: Wildhaven Ranch, Cedar Glen (outside Lake Arrowhead), CA. Call :(909) 337-7389. wildhaven.org

COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. Orange County Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call (949) 723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

EUREKA - Truckers Christmas Convoy Parade. Parade winds through the town with music & horns blaring jingle bells. Starts at 6pm at Redwood Acres goes to about 8:30pm. Call: (707) 442-5744

FERNDALE - Victorian Christmas. Shopkeepers, town folk and visitors dress in Victorian fashion and stroll Ferndale's Main Street. Wear actual vintage clothing, sew your own outfit or use your imagination to create something fun with an olde-time flare. Entertainment by Mirth First Barbershop Quarter, strolling carolers and brass band. Informal sidewalk costume parade at 3 p.m.
Call: (707) 786-9500.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Huntington Harbour Lighted Boat Parade. Rock N' The Night Away is the theme of this annual boat parade in which contestants win trophies for contest categories as applied in boat lighting, music and designs. The public can watch the parade free. Parking on the Huntington Beach islands is extremely limited, which makes watching a challenge, however. Time: Line up at 5:15 p.m.

LOS ANGELES - Westside Ballet Nutcracker Ballet. A West Los Angeles Family Tradition Celebrates its 37th Year, Westside Ballet’s 2009 Nutcracker delights all ages with its festive holiday themes, world class production, and beloved musical score that brings meaning to the holidays. Time: 2 & 7 p.m. Cost: $30. Location: Wadsworth Theater, 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Brentwood, CA 90073. Call Ticketmaster at (213) 365-3500 or purchase through ticketmaster.com.

MARIPOSA - Merry Mountain Christmas Festival. 11th Annual Merry Mountain Christmas Festival is a family tradition that includes the lighting of the tree and visit with Santa. At the food booth a steady stream of hot cocoa and cider and some 300 hot dogs, brownies and bags of popcorn are anticipated to be served....all free. Time: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Along Highway 140 beginning at Coakley Circle, ending at 4th St., Mariposa, CA. Call: (209) 966-2456. mariposachamber.org

OCCIDENTAL - Occidental Crafts Faire. 24th Annual Crafts Faire includes handmade crafts from over 35 local and regional artists, entertainment, a bucket raffle, wreaths, fabulous food, and more. Location: Occidental Community Center, 3920 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA.
Fee: FreeTime: Sat 10a.m. - 5p.m./Sun 10a.m. - 4p.m. Phone Number: (707) 874-9407

OXNARD - Parade of Lights. 44th Annual Parade of Lights kicks off the holidays with a full day and evening of family fun, thousands of sparkling lights dancing on the water and the magical moment when Santa flies across the sky marking the beginning of the parade. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Free to watch. Location: 3900 Pelican Way, Oxnard, CA 93035. Call: (805) 985-4852. channelislandsharbor.org

SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet. Sacramento Ballet performs this annual event for nine nights. Time: 2 & 7 p.m. Cost: $15-75. Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.

SAN PEDRO - The Nutcracker, with San Pedro City Ballet. San Pedro City Ballet formed in 1994 presents its annual Nutcracker in the historic Warner Grand Theater. Location: 1231 South Pacific Avenue San Pedro, CA. (310) 732-1861. sanpedrocityballet.org

The Warner Grand Theatre 478 W. 6th Street San Pedro

SAN RAFAEL - Antiques and Collectible Show. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $6. Location: Marin County Civic Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA. goldengateshows.com

SANTA CLARA - Nutcracker Ballet with Santa Clara Ballet. The 36th annual ballet production with a full length version featuring the artistic direction of Josefa Villanueva, and a company that engages professional Guest Artists in lead roles while providing opportunities for semi/pre-professional dancers, children and adults to perform in a professional environment. Performance times: 2 and 7 p.m. Cost: $20-30 approx. Location: Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA. Call: (408) 865-9780. santaclaraballet.org

SAUSALITO - Sausalito Lighted Yacht Parade. 21st Lighted Boat Parade & fireworks, along the downtown waterfront beginning at 6:00PM with the fireworks following immediately after the parade. Access for viewing is easy and FREE along the waterfront and from the restaurants and hotels! Donations to support the fireworks are tax deductible*. Entering a boat in the parade is also FREE! Visit www.sausalitoyachtclub.org. For an entry or donation form. Sponsored by; the Sausalito Yacht Club and the non-profit Sausalito-on-the-Waterfront Foundation, PO Box 267, Sausalito, CA 9 4966 additional information: mervregan62@yahoo.com 415-990-1630

TEMPLETON - Nutcracker Ballet. 12th annual event of the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation presentation. Nathan Cottam, a former Principal dancer with Ballet Theatre of Boston who studied with the famed American Ballet Theater, and Jesus Solorio, a local celebrity who competed on the third season of television’s So You Think You Can Dance, will perform. Time: 2 p.m. Cost: $15-20. Location: 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, CA. Contact for tickets: 1-800-838-3006. classactdance.com

VALLEJO - Teddy Bear Tea and Holiday Open House. Enjoy family fun at the 7th Annual Teddy Bear Tea with holiday music, refreshments, story telling, and Christmas crafts. Free event! Location: Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum, 734 Marin Street, Vallejo, CA. Time: 11am - 3pm. Cost: Absolutely free! vallejomuseum.org

December 13, 2009

Sunday

December 13, 2009 Events List

ARCADIA - Queen Anne Cottage Open House. Open only two times per year in L.A.'s Arboretum, this historic building and collections are showcased. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $5 - 7. Location: The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA. arboretum.org

COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. Orange County Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call (949) 723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

OAKHURST - Oakhurst Tree Lighting. oakhurstchamber.com

LOS ANGELES - Westside Ballet Nutcracker Ballet. A West Los Angeles Family Tradition Celebrates its 37th Year, Westside Ballet’s 2009 Nutcracker delights all ages with its festive holiday themes, world class production, and beloved musical score that brings meaning to the holidays. Time: 1 & 5 p.m. Cost: $30. Location: Wadsworth Theater, 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Brentwood, CA 90073. Call Ticketmaster at (213) 365-3500 or purchase through ticketmaster.com.

SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet Sweet Sunday. Meet the cast and characters at this afternoon performance and tea. Time: 1 p.m. Cost: 75. Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.
SAN DIEGO - The Ten Tenors Holiday. Sizzling sensations, these irreverent Austrians with stage presence, harmony and humor put on a holiday show to remember. Time: 1 & 6 p.m. Cost: $15.50 - 62.50 approx. Location: San Diego Civic Theatre, 3rd & B St., San Diego, CA 92101. broadwaysd.com

SAN DIEGO - Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade. Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade invites San Diego pets and owners to dress up in their favorite costumes for a special promenade throughout the Gaslamp Quarter to celebrate the holiday season. You can only imagine the fun and excitement as downtown became filled with costumed pets & their handlers all vying for prizes and bragging rights including Best Costumed Duo, Cutest Critter, Best Pet Costume & Best Human Costume. The Parade originated and conclude at the Hilton Park adjacent to the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter at 4th Avenue and K Street. Don your best costume with your furry friends and join in the festivities! gaslamp.org see more Calif. holiday parades

SAN RAFAEL - Antiques and Collectible Show. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $6. Location: Marin County Civic Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA. goldengateshows.com

SANTA CLARA - Nutcracker Ballet with Santa Clara Ballet. The 36th annual ballet production with a full length version featuring the artistic direction of Josefa Villanueva, and a company that engages professional Guest Artists in lead roles while providing opportunities for semi/pre-professional dancers, children and adults to perform in a professional environment. Performance times: 1 and 5 p.m. Cost: $20-30 approx. Location: Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA. Call: (408) 865-9780. santaclaraballet.org

SAN MATEO - Winterfest. Sparkle, shimmer, flicker and flash – explore light at Coyote Point Museum on Sunday, December 13. As winter grows darker and we approach the longest night of the year, come explore the science of light and dark. Tinker with prisms and mirrors, track shadows, and make sparks. Get a closer look at our live animals and find out how they use both light and night. Entry to this intriguing one-day family event is included with Museum admission. Time: 12 noon-5:00pm. coyoteptmuseum.org

TEMPLETON - Nutcracker Ballet. 12th annual event of the North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation presentation. Nathan Cottam, a former Principal dancer with Ballet Theatre of Boston who studied with the famed American Ballet Theater, and Jesus Solorio, a local celebrity who competed on the third season of television’s So You Think You Can Dance, will perform. Time: 2 p.m. Cost: $15-20. Location: 1200 S. Main St., Templeton, CA. Contact for tickets: 1-800-838-3006. classactdance.com

VALLEJO - Messiah Sing Along. The Vallejo Choral Society will join VMT in presenting the Christmas portion of Handel's great work at 24th Annual Community Messiah Sing-A-Long. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: All seats are $15. Children under 5 are free. Location: First Presbyterian Church, 1350 Amador St., Vallejo, CA. vallejomusictheatre.org

December 14, 2009

Monday

YOSEMITE VALLEY - Bracebridge Dinner. An annual tradition with memories to last a lifetime, this Victorian dinner show is about the Squire of Bracebridge, his antics and holiday merriment. Courses follow the costumed play script with actors who sing, dance and interact with the audience. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $350/person approx. Location: Ahwahnee Lodge, Yosemite Valley, Yosemite National Park, CA. Call: 559-253-5604 or visit YosemitePark.com.

December 15, 2009

Tuesday

SANTA ROSA - Dave Koz and Friends Smooth Jazz Christmas. Multi-Grammy nominee and saxophonist extraordinaire Dave Koz will be joined by Rick Braun, David Benoit, Peter White and Brenda Russell. The quintet will perform hits from their respective catalogues and join together on a variety of holiday favorites including many from their album, A Smooth Jazz Christmas By Dave Koz & Friends, which was hailed upon release as “contemporary music's premier event for Christmas 2001” by allmusic.com. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $19.50-69.50. Location: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Call: (707) 546-3600. wellsfargocenterarts.org

December 16, 2009

Wednesday

NEWPORT BEACH - Christmas Boat Parade. Starting around 6 p.m. the boat parade loops around the channels of Newport Beach. Tourists can buy tickets and ride in a decorated boat in the parade, watching the other decorated boats, and lit multi-million homes along the waterways of Newport Beach. christmasboatparade.com

December 17, 2009

Thursday

HEALDSBURG - Family Gingerbread House Decorating at Relish. Each group will decorate its own large pre-built gingerbread house with extra frosting, candy and powdered sugar snow that is sure to bring out the creative side in kids of all ages. Each group will take its decorated gingerbread house home to admire and devour! Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Fee: $74 (for groups of up to 5 people) Location: 14 Matheson Street, Healdsburg, CA. Call: (707) 431-9999

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $13 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

LAGUNA BEACH - Nutcracracker Ballet. Back for another year at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, the Laguna Dance Theatre Nutcracker features local and guest talent in a fabulous community performance. It is but one of many Nutcracker ballets to enjoy in California. Laguna Ballet 24th annual Orange County Nutcracker Ballet’s full length version. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $25 (approx.)/general admission. Location: Fine Arts Ticket Office, Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, CA. Call: (949) 582-4656 (noon-4 p.m. Monday through Friday). lagunanutcracker.com

SANTA ROSA - Sunday at the Funnies Exhibit. Sunday at the Funnies examines the evolution of the iconic Sunday funny pages through a display of original strips and newspaper tear sheets from various cartoon artists. Exhibit runs through Apr. 19, 2010. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

December 18, 2009

Friday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $15 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet. Sacramento Ballet performs this annual event, a full length performance that delights young and old alike. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $15-75. Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.

December 19, 2009

Saturday

COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free holiday puppet shows presented by Mitchell Marionettes. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call 949-723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $15 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

IRVINE - Nutcracker Ballet. Maple Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker - A Magical Journey Where Dreams Come True! Time: 2 and 7 p.m. Cost: Adult tickets are $20-$28 and Child/Senior $16-22. Location: Maple Youth Ballet, Northwood Performing Arts Theater, 4415 Portola Parkway, Irvine, CA. Call: Maple Youth Ballet box office (949) 660-9930 ext. 24, or mapleconservatory.com

LAGUNA BEACH - Nutcracker Ballet. Back for another year at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, the Laguna Dance Theatre Nutcracker features local and guest talent in a fabulous community performance. It is but one of many Nutcracker ballets to enjoy in California. Laguna Ballet 24th annual Orange County Nutcracker Ballet’s full length version. Time: 2 & 7 p.m. Cost: $25 (approx.)/general admission. Location: Fine Arts Ticket Office, Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, CA. Call: (949) 582-4656 (noon-4 p.m. Monday through Friday). lagunanutcracker.com

LONG BEACH - Long Beach Ballet's Nutcracker. Southern California's Most Popular Nutcracker Production for 26 Years includes a full symphony orchestra under the baton of Roger Hickman, its trademark flying sleigh, live horse, and exciting pyrotechnics, all set to Tchaikovsky’s traditional music score. Ballerina Melissa Sandvig (“So You Think You Can Dance” Finalist), a product of the Long Beach Ballet, will be featured as the Dewdrop Fairy in all performances. Time: 2 and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $20-46. Location: Terrace Theater, 300 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA. Toll-free ticket hotline: 877-852-3177. Contact: LongBeachBallet.com
NAPA - The Santa Express Train. This is a magical experience for all ages. Ride the express train with Santa and his friends. Carolers on board to spread the Holiday cheer. Up to two children ride free with each paid adult ticket. Time: Saturday-Thursday 9:00am-10:30am. Cost: $20/Adult and 2 Children. Location: Napa Valley Wine Train, 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa, CA. Call: (707) 253-2111. winetrain.com

SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet. Sacramento Ballet performs this annual event, a full length performance that delights young and old alike. Time: 2 & 7 p.m. Cost: $15-75. Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.

SANTA ROSA - Nutcracker Ballet. Acclaimed choreographer Viktor Kabaniaev and a stellar cast of professional dancers from around the world bring fantasy, beauty, and magical wonders of the Nutcracker Ballet to Santa Rosa. This full length, professional production offers the finest acting, dancing and music—with a full live orchestra led by Gabriel Sakakeeny of American Philharmonic, Sonoma County. Time: 2 and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $25-65. Location: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Call: (707) 546-3600. wellsfargocenterarts.org. santarosanutcracker.com see other Nutcracker Ballets

December 20, 2009

Sunday

CLAREMONT - The Nutcracker. Presented by Inland Pacific Ballet, enjoy Southern California's most spectacular holiday production of The Nutcracker. Celebrating their 15th season, critically acclaimed Inland Pacific Ballet brings The Nutcracker to life with more than 80 dancers on stage at magnificent Bridges Auditorium. This annual yuletide ballet features a young girl named Clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve, and sets out on a wondrous journey to the Land of the Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets. Toy soldiers, life-sized dancing dolls, and a fantastic dream with battling mice, dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the delightful Sugar Plum Fairy stir the imagination. IPB's The Nutcracker is the holiday tradition your family will treasure! Time: 2 p.m. Cost: Adults $32-40; Premium Seats: $50 (all ages); Seniors: $26-32; Child: $16-20. Location: Bridges Auditorium, Pomona College, 450 N. College Way Claremont, CA 91711. Tickets: (909) 607-1139. thebestnutcracker.com
COSTA MESA - Here Comes Santa. Meet and get free photos with Santa Claus compliments of the Orange County Market Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free holiday puppet shows presented by Mitchell Marionettes. All events are free with swap meet admission, which is $2 and free for children 12 and under. Market Place is held every Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 4 p.m. and includes nearly 1,000 vendors selling an assortment of merchandise and services, a produce market, children’s play area, Artisans’ and Crafters’ Corner, hair salon and a variety of food concessions. Location: Orange County Market Place, 88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call 949-723-6660. ocmarketplace.com

FERNDALE - Lighted Tractor Parade. A Ferndale Christmas tradition featuring local farmers and ranchers driving fancifully decorated tractors and wagons depicting holiday scenes down the Victorian Village historic Main Street for a sparkling country Christmas celebration. Kiwanis' Pie Auction and singing from the Salvation Army Kid's Choir before the tractors begin parading at 7 p.m. Call: (707) 786-4299.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $15 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

IRVINE - Nutcracker Ballet. Maple Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker - A Magical Journey Where Dreams Come True! Time: 3 p.m. Cost: Adult tickets are $20-$28 and Child/Senior $16-22. Location: Maple Youth Ballet, Northwood Performing Arts Theater, 4415 Portola Parkway, Irvine, CA. Call: Maple Youth Ballet box office (949) 660-9930 ext. 24, or mapleconservatory.com

LAGUNA BEACH - Nutcracracker Ballet. Back for another year at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, the Laguna Dance Theatre Nutcracker features local and guest talent in a fabulous community performance. It is but one of many Nutcracker ballets to enjoy in California. Laguna Ballet 24th annual Orange County Nutcracker Ballet’s full length version. Time: 1 & 6 p.m. Cost: $25 (approx.)/general admission. Location: Fine Arts Ticket Office, Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, CA. Call: (949) 582-4656 (noon-4 p.m. Monday through Friday). lagunanutcracker.com

MARE ISLAND - 14th Annual Christmas Concert @ St. Peter's Chapel. A solo and choir Christmas performance fundraiser in the historic 1901 chapel. Hear many famous traditional Christmas songs and some of their own pieces, including a sing-a-long. Time: 2 to 4 p.m. Cost: $15. Location: St. Peter's Chapel, Walnut Avenue & Azuar, Mare Island, CA. Call: (707) 557-1538. mareislandhpf.org

NAPA - The Santa Express Train. This is a magical experience for all ages. Ride the express train with Santa and his friends. Carolers on board to spread the Holiday cheer. Up to two children ride free with each paid adult ticket. Time: Saturday-Thursday 9:00am-10:30am. Cost: $20/Adult and 2 Children. Location: Napa Valley Wine Train, 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa, CA. Call: (707) 253-2111. winetrain.com

REDONDO BEACH - Seaside Ice Rink - Ice skate at the beach at Seaside Ice in Redondo Beach. seasideice.com
SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet. Sacramento Ballet performs this annual event, a full length performance that delights young and old alike. Time: 1 & 5 p.m. Cost: $15-75. Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.

SANTA ROSA - Nutcracker Ballet. Acclaimed choreographer Viktor Kabaniaev and a stellar cast of professional dancers from around the world bring fantasy, beauty, and magical wonders of the Nutcracker Ballet to Santa Rosa. This full length, professional production offers the finest acting, dancing and music—with a full live orchestra led by Gabriel Sakakeeny of American Philharmonic, Sonoma County. Time: 2:30 p.m. Cost: $25-65. Location: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Call: (707) 546-3600. wellsfargocenterarts.org. santarosanutcracker.com see other Nutcracker Ballets

December 21, 2009

Monday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $15 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

IRVINE - Nutcracker Ballet. Maple Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker - A Magical Journey Where Dreams Come True! Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Adult tickets are $20-$28 and Child/Senior $16-22. Location: Maple Youth Ballet, Northwood Performing Arts Theater, 4415 Portola Parkway, Irvine, CA. Call: Maple Youth Ballet box office (949) 660-9930 ext. 24, or mapleconservatory.com

REDONDO BEACH - Seaside Ice Rink - Opens to the public. Ice skate at the beach at Seaside Ice in Redondo Beach. seasideice.com

December 22, 2009

Tuesday

BREA - Farmers Market. This weekly event at Downtown Brea features the finest, farm fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and includes crafts, too. Time: 4 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free to attend. Location: Birch Street, Downtown Brea, CA. breadowntown.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $15 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

PASADENA - Long Beach Ballet's Nutcracker. Southern California's Most Popular Nutcracker Production for 26 Years includes a full symphony orchestra under the baton of Roger Hickman, its trademark flying sleigh, live horse, and exciting pyrotechnics, all set to Tchaikovsky’s traditional music score. Ballerina Melissa Sandvig (“So You Think You Can Dance” Finalist), a product of the Long Beach Ballet, will be featured as the Dewdrop Fairy in all performances. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $20-46. Location: Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E. Green St., Pasadena, CA. Toll-free ticket hotline: 877-852-3177. Contact: LongBeachBallet.com

SANTA ROSA - Andy Williams Christmas. “Mr. Christmas"—brings his heart-warming show to Santa Rosa’s Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, you can enjoy classics ranging from “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” to “Jingle Bells” in a very special celebration for the whole family. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $69.50-99.50. Location: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Call: (707) 546-3600. wellsfargocenterarts.org.

December 23, 2009

Wednesday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Cruise of Lights. Huntington Harbour is all aglow and you can buy a ticket for a boat ride to view the lit up homes. Each cruise includes an approx. 45 minute narrative. Times: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Cost: $15 adult; $9 age 2 to 12. Location: Huntington Harbour Mall, parking & 10 minute bus ride to the docks, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: 714-840-7542. Cruiseoflights.org

SACRAMENTO - Nutcracker Ballet. Sacramento Ballet performs this annual event, a full length performance that delights young and old alike. Time: 1 & 5 p.m. Cost: $15-75. Location: The Nutcracker performance box office is held at the Community Center Theater, 1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Call the Community Center Theater Box Office at (916) 264-5181. sacballet.org.
SAN FRANCISCO - Nutcracker Ballet - featuring San Francisco Ballet, this time honored classic is sure to please. One of the finest ballet companies on the West Coast presents an award-winning stage production of a Christmas holiday musical. Runs nightly through December 27 (few days excluded). Time: Hours vary. Location: War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA. Tickets: $18 - 236. Call:(415) 865.2000, sfballet.org

December 24, 2009

Thursday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Ballet Repertory Theatre Nutcracker Ballet. Presented in its original, full-length version, this delightful holiday classic by Huntington Beach's Ballet Repertory Theatre is sure to please audiences of all ages. Breathtaking, magical, and humorous, Orange County's longest-running Nutcracker production is an affordable, feel-good family tradition with a versatile cast of over 250 dancers in 14 enchanting performances. Time: 1 p.m. Cost: $16 general admission; $15 seniors/groups & students; $14 children under 12. Location: Golden West College Theater, 15744 Golden West Street, Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: (714) 895-8150. gwctheater.com
NAPA - The Santa Express Train. This is a magical experience for all ages. Ride the express train with Santa and his friends. Carolers on board to spread the Holiday cheer. Up to two children ride free with each paid adult ticket. Time: Saturday-Thursday 9:00am-10:30am. Cost: $20/Adult and 2 Children. Location: Napa Valley Wine Train, 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa, CA. Call: (707) 253-2111. winetrain.com

December 25, 2009

Friday

December 26, 2009

Saturday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Wetlands Gardening - Enjoy the Great Outdoors while helping to restore the Bolsa Chica Wetlands! Help restore native plant communities through non-native plant removal, and cleanup efforts. Don't forget to bring: Drinking water, wear closed toed shoes, layered clothing you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from the sun. Time: 9 a.m. to Noon. Cost: Volunteer, no cost. Location: Bolsa Chica Conservancy Interpretive Center: 3842 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92649. R.S.V.P. at (714) 846-1114 or email: info@bolsachica.org. bolsachica.org

SAN DIEGO - Great Russian Nutrcracker with Moscow Ballet. Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker returns on its world tour with several one-day performances in California. Time: 3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Cost: $27.50- 99. Location: Copley Symphony Hall, 750 B Street, San Diego, CA 92101. Charge by phone: 1- 800 -745-3000. nutcracker.com

SANTA ROSA - Christmas Rocks! Extravaganza. Brian Setzer gets your holidays rockin' by resurrecting rockabilly and swing. With his mind-blowing 18-piece big band in tow, this multi-platinum, three-time Grammy Award winner will blast through a set of Christmas classics, plus many other hits from his storied career. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $25.75- 85.75. Location: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Spring Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Call: (707) 546-3600. wellsfargocenterarts.org.

December 27, 2009

Sunday

STOCKTON - Great Russian Nutrcracker with Moscow Ballet. Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker returns on its world tour with the final California performance in Stockton. Time: 3 p.m. Cost: $27.50- 99. Location: Bob Hope Theater, 242 E. Main Stockton, CA. Charge by phone: (209) 337-4673. nutcracker.com

VALLEJO - Antsy McClain and The Trailer Park Troubadours, concert. The Empress Theatre - Vallejo, CA.Tickets are $15-28. 7 PM. empresstheatre.org

December 28, 2009

Monday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Nutcracker Ballet. Maple Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker - A Magical Journey Where Dreams Come True! Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Adult tickets are $28 and Child/Senior $22. Location: Ballet Big Bear Performing Arts Center 39707 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear, CA 92315. Call: Big Bear Performing Arts Center box office: (909) 866-4970 or citybigbearlake.com/cityGovt/performingArts.html
OXNARD - Channel Island Harbor Water Taxi Holiday Lights on the Water Ride. One of the most unique light displays on the California coast shows off the thousands of lights sparkle and dance across the water. Enjoy holiday decorations from the water as you tour Channel Islands Harbor and Mandalay Bay on the Water Taxi. Time: 6 and 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 person. Location: 3600 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard, CA 93035. Reservations required, call: (805) (805) 985-5828 ext. 102. progressivedining.com

RED BLUFF - Antsy McClain and The Trailer Park Troubadours, concert. The State Theatre - Red Bluff, CA. 7:30 p.m. statetheatreredbluff.com

December 29, 2009

Tuesday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Nutcracker Ballet. Maple Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker - A Magical Journey Where Dreams Come True! Time: 2 & 7 p.m. Cost: Adult tickets are $28 and Child/Senior $22. Location: Ballet Big Bear Performing Arts Center 39707 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear, CA 92315. Call: Big Bear Performing Arts Center box office: (909) 866-4970 or citybigbearlake.com/cityGovt/performingArts.html

December 30, 2009

Wednesday

NAPA - Antsy McClain and The Trailer Park Troubadours, concert. Includes Special Guest, Gary "Garage Sale" Tackett. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Silo's Jazz Club - 530 Main Street, Napa, CA 94559. Tickets: silosjazzclub.com

December 31, 2009

Thursday

New Year's Eve Celebrations.

BENICIA - House of Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. New Years Eve Fundraiser for Benicia students participating in Educational Travel Program. This is a non-alcohol event for all ages. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: TBA. Location: Benicia High School - Hayley Horn Auditorium Benicia, CA Location: 1101 Military Ave. West, Benicia, CA. bookshopbenicia.com

BODEGA BAY - New Years Eve Party. Annual NY Party at The Inn at the Tides includes 4-course dinner, wine with each course, midnight toast, party favors, music (DJ) and dancing. Reception is no-host bar. 800 Hwy One, Bodega Bay, Bodega Bay, CA. Cost: $125 per person (tax & tip not included). Time: 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Call: (707) 875.2751. Hotel reservations separate

CARLSBAD - Kids' New Year's Eve. Starting at 3 p.m., the holiday excitement continues with Kids’ New Year’s Eve Party featuring live music. At 6 PM (12 AM KST—Kid Standard Time) countdown to the New Year with an all new 2009 LEGO “Brick Drop” and a firework show with party favors and noisemakers!

CORONADO - New Year’s Eve gala, Romance Through the Decades. The evening includes a cocktail reception in the magnificent Crown Room, a lavish dinner in the oceanfront Ballroom, dancing to the contemporary sounds of local favorites, The Mar Dels, and a special champagne toast at midnight. Location: The Hotel del Coronado, Coronado, CA hoteldel.com

GROVELAND - New Year's Rockin' Eve. The Groveland celebrates New Years Eve with a dinner and party featuring live music from the Satellites at Yosemite National Park. Time: 7 p.m. Location:
The Groveland Hotel at Yosemite National Park, 18767 Main Street, Groveland. Call: (209) 962-4000. groveland.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH - A New Year's Gala Jazz Concert. Smooth Jazz Concert features DJ Jonathan Phillips who will help you keep your groove on with his tasteful selections. The party that goes to a midnight countdown with Kenny Lattimore, Chante Moore and Kim Waters. Dancing will continue until 1:30 a.m. Cost: $135 concert only; $175 dinner and concert. Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 377-7574. bbjazz.com

SAN FRANCISCO - New Year's Eve Gala with the San Francisco Symphony. Ring in the New Year with a grand celebration! Pre-concert entertainment begins at 8 pm, with the concert at 9 pm. Enjoy party favors, complimentary champagne, savories, and desserts. Dance the night away on stage in Davies Symphony Hall or in the First Tier. When the clock strikes midnight, 2010 balloons will cascade down from above. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $80-$195. Location: Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Avenue, Civic Center, San Francisco, CA. Call: (415) 552-8000. sfsymphony.org

SANTA CRUZ - Antsy McClain and The Trailer Park Troubadours, concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: The Rio Theatre - Santa Cruz, CA. $25 and $32. Tickets: ticketweb.com

SANTA ROSA - Romp with the Beasts New Year's Eve. Safari West, a wild animal theme park, provides a wild habitat for ferocious fun! Reservations required. Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost: $75/person. Location: 3115 Porter Creek Road Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579.2551. Book your hotel African cabin early.

SANTA ROSA - New Years Eve Celebration. Hilton Sonoma Wine Country rings in the New Year! Time: 6:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Location: 3555 Round Barn Blvd, Santa Rosa, CA. Cost: call for price: (707) 569-5507.

VALLEJO - Discovery Kingdom New Year's Eve Bash. Ring in 2010 at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom during this family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration. With live musical entertainment, dance parties, a countdown to midnight culminating in a world-class fireworks extravaganza, don't miss out on Northern California's only New Year's Eve theme park celebration. Time: 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Location: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, 1001 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo, CA. Cost: $44.99/Adult, $29.99/Child. Call: (707) 644-4000. sixflags.com/discoveryKingdom/index.aspx

2010

January

January 1, 2010

Friday

Pasadena - Tournament of Roses Annual Rose Parade.

January 2, 2010

Saturday

FELTON - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $15. Location: Don Quixote's Music Hall Felton, CA Location: 6275 Highway 9, downtown Felton, CA. Ticket & Reservations call: (831) 603-2294. donquixotesmusic.info

January 3, 2010

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January 6, 2010

Wednesday

PALM SPRINGS - International Fest Film Festival. Six days of world-class films (short films) in sunny Palm Springs Camelot Theatres in downtown area. Location: 2300 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262. Camelot: (760) 325-6565. Call the festival box office at (760) 778-8979. psfilmfest.org

January 7, 2010

Thursday

January 8, 2010

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January 9, 2010

Saturday

REDWAY - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway, CA. mateel.org

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

January 10, 2010

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January 16, 2010

Saturday

MILL VALLEY - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Avenue, Mill Valley, CA. 142throckmortontheatre.com

PALM SPRINGS - Fest Film Festival. Six days of world-class films (short films) in sunny Palm Springs Camelot Theatres in downtown area. Location: 2300 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262. Camelot: (760) 325-6565. Call the festival box office at (760) 778-8979. psfilmfest.org
SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

January 17, 2010

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Friday

January 23, 2010

Saturday

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

January 24, 2010

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January 30, 2010

Saturday

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

ST. HELENA - Mustard Magic, Napa Valley Mustard Festival. The Grand Opening Event will be held at 7 p.m. at The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, St. Helena, CA. mustardfestival.org

January 31, 2010

Sunday

February 2010

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February 6, 2010

Saturday

SAN FRANCISCO - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: The Brava Theatre, 2781 24th Street, San Francisco, CA, brava.org

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

February 7, 2010

Sunday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City USA Marathon. This exclusive oceanfront course is a California Dream! Run on Pacific Coast Highway past the famous Huntington Beach pier and wind through the legendary surfing beaches of Southern California. Retro surf bands entertain along the way and the Finish Line Festival includes a beach side beer garden in the California sun. Finishers receive bodacious surfboard medals! Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run. Time: 6:50 a.m. Cost: varies per race. Location: 21100 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (888) 422-0786/ runsurfcity.com

February 8, 2010

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February 12, 2010

Friday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

February 13, 2010

Saturday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

February 14, 2010

Sunday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

Valentine's Day is the day of Love....gifts, romance.

February 15, 2010

Monday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

February 16, 2010

Tuesday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

February 17, 2010

Wednesday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

February 18, 2010

Thursday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

February 19, 2010

Friday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

February 20, 2010

Saturday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

SANTA CRUZ - Clam Chowder Cook-off. 29TH Annual event features teams of chowder chefs from all over the West Coast who compete for the prestigious award of “Best Clam Chowder.” Whip up your favorite recipe for red or white chowder or just come and sample the delicious variety of chowder and fun at the Boardwalk. Admission free. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tasting kits $8. Call (831) 420-5273 or email: wharf@ci.santa-cruz.ca.us.
SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

February 21, 2010

Sunday

INDIO - Date Festival. Annual Indio Date Festival includes car shows, carnivals, date foods, beauty queens, concerts and even camel races. Event runs through Feb. 21. datefest.org

February 22, 2010

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February 25, 2010

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February 26, 2010

Friday

IMPERIAL - Imperial County Expo, Discover Treasures Below the Sea. Auto Racing, booths, food, rides, entertainment. Event runs through Mar.7. Location: 200 E. Second, Imperial, CA. ivexpo.com

February 27, 2010

Saturday

IMPERIAL - Imperial County Expo, Discover Treasures Below the Sea. Auto Racing, booths, food, rides, entertainment. Event runs through Mar.7. Location: 200 E. Second, Imperial, CA. ivexpo.com

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

SUTTER CREEK - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Sutter Creek Theatre, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CA. suttercreektheater.com

February 28, 2010

Sunday

IMPERIAL - Imperial County Expo, Discover Treasures Below the Sea. Auto Racing, booths, food, rides, entertainment. Event runs through Mar.7. Location: 200 E. Second, Imperial, CA. ivexpo.com

March 2010

March 1, 2010

Monday

IMPERIAL - Imperial County Expo, Discover Treasures Below the Sea. Auto Racing, booths, food, rides, entertainment. Event runs through Mar.7. Location: 200 E. Second, Imperial, CA. ivexpo.com March events

March 2, 2010

Tuesday

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March 4, 2010

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March 5, 2010

Friday

MONTEREY - Dixieland Jazz Festival. 30th annual event. dixieland-monterey.com

March 6, 2010

Saturday

CALISTOGA - Mustard Mud & Music Calistoga Jazz Festival. Enjoy live jazz by cool cats and crazy combos in a variety of venues as you stroll through galleries and shops and dine at local pubs and restaurants. Take time to slip into a mud bath at one of Calistoga’s world famous spas. Time: 1 to 6 pm. Calistoga Chamber of Commerce: (707) 942-6333. calistogachamber.com.

CHICO - YoYo Competition. Location: National YoYo Museum, Chico, CA.

DANA POINT - Festival of the Whales. Dates: Mar. 6, 7, 13, 14, 2010. dpfestivalofwhales.com

MONTEREY - Dixieland Jazz Festival. 30th annual event. dixieland-monterey.com

SUTTER CREEK - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: State Theatre, 333 Oak Street Red Bluff, CA. statetheatreredbluff.com
SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

March 7, 2010

Sunday

DANA POINT - Festival of the Whales. Dates: Mar. 6, 7, 13, 14, 2010. dpfestivalofwhales.com

HOLLYWOOD - 82nd Annual Academy Awards. Location: Kodak Theatre, Hollywood, CA. oscars.org
IMPERIAL - Imperial County Expo, Discover Treasures Below the Sea. Auto Racing, booths, food, rides, entertainment. Event runs through Mar.7. Location: 200 E. Second, Imperial, CA. ivexpo.com March events

MONTEREY - Dixieland Jazz Festival. 30th annual event. dixieland-monterey.com

March 8, 2010

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March 9, 2010

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March 10, 2010

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March 11, 2010

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March 12, 2010

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March 13, 2010

Saturday

DANA POINT - Festival of the Whales. Dates: Mar. 6, 7, 13, 14, 2010. dpfestivalofwhales.com

LOS ANGELES - The Home Show. Annual event at L.A. Convention Center runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. thehomeshow.com offers discounts and passes to event.

NAPA - The Marketplace ~ A Signature Event for Connoisseurs. Napa Valley Mustard Festival event celebrates the mustard season and taste mustards from around the world at The Marketplace. Time: 11 am to 5 pm. Cost: Adult admission to The Marketplace at $35 in advance, $40 at the door, includes eight food and five wine tasting tickets (value $1 each), plus a souvenir wine glass. Student admission, ages 13 to 20, at $10 includes five food tasting tickets. Admission for children ages 6 to 12 is $5. Children under the age of 6 are admitted for free. Location: River Walk at RiverFront, Historic Napa Mill and Veteran's Memorial Park in Downtown Napa, CA

SACRAMENTO - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Crest Theatre, 1013 K Street, Sacramento, CA. thecrest.com

SAN DIEGO - St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival. 30th Annual Parade. stpatsparade.org

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

March 14, 2010

Sunday

DANA POINT - Festival of the Whales. Dates: Mar. 6, 7, 13, 14, 2010. dpfestivalofwhales.com

LOS ANGELES - The Home Show. Annual event at L.A. Convention Center runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. thehomeshow.com offers discounts and passes to event.

March 15, 2010

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March 16, 2010

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March 17, 2010

Wednesday

SACRAMENTO - St. Patrick's Day Parade. 14th Annual event includes Scottish marching bands, community groups, and celebrating in Old Sacramento. Time: 5:30 p.m. vehicle traffic closes for parade.

March 18, 2010

Thursday

March 19, 2010

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March 20, 2010

Saturday

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

YOUNTVILLE - A Taste of Yountville. A Taste of Yountville, an all-Yountville showcase, will feature traditional samplings of gourmet restaurant fare, olive oils, vinegars, mustards, fine wines, and micro-brews. Tasting tickets will be sold on-site. Live entertainment will filter throughout Yountville’s downtown area. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call: Yountville Chamber of Commerce: 707) 944-0904.

March 21, 2010

Sunday

LOS ANGELES - LA Marathon. lamarathon.com

March 22, 2010

Monday

March 23, 2010

Tuesday

March 24, 2010

Wednesday

March 25, 2010

Thursday

EUREKA - Redwood Jazz Festival. Through Mar. 28. redwoodcoastmusicfestivals.org

March 26, 2010

Friday

EUREKA - Redwood Jazz Festival. Through Mar. 28. redwoodcoastmusicfestivals.org

March 27, 2010

Saturday

EUREKA - Redwood Jazz Festival. Through Mar. 28. redwoodcoastmusicfestivals.org

SANTA CRUZ - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Rio Theatre, 1205 Sosquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA. riotheatre.com

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

March 28, 2010

Sunday

EUREKA - Redwood Jazz Festival. Through Mar. 28. redwoodcoastmusicfestivals.org

March 29, 2010

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March 31, 2010

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April 2010

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April 3, 2010

Saturday

Easter Egg Hunts

CARLSBAD -Eggstravaganza Spring Festival & Egg Hunt. 7th annual “Eggstravaganza Spring Festival and Egg Hunt". Live music, fun games, exciting arts and crafts, and food. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: Free; $5 for crafts and some activities. Location: Poinsettia Park, 6600 Hidden Valley Road, Carlsbad, CA. Call: (760) 602-7519 ci.carlsbad.ca.us read more

ENCINITAS - City of Encinitas Easter Egg Hunt Festival. This free event features arts and crafts, entertainment, prizes, jump houses, face painting, pictures with the bunny (for a fee) and of course, 24,000 eggs! Time: 10 a.m. t 1 p.m. Egg hunt times are as follows: 10:15 – 2 years and under, 10:45 – 3 year olds, 11:15 – 4 & 5 year olds, 11:45 – 6 & 7 year olds, 12:15 – 8 & 9 year olds. Cost: Free admission. Location: Ecke Sports Park, 278 Saxony Rd., Encinitas, CA. Call: (760) 633-2740. ci.encinitas.ca.us

GILROY - Annual Easter Weekend at Casa de Fruta. Hwy 152 15 miles E. of Gilroy and Hwy 101, and about 30 miles west ofI-5 on Casa de Fruta Pkwy offramp. Casa de Fruta is world famous, and has a truck stop, 300 space RV park, restaurant, gas station, wine tasting and deli, sweet shop, train ride, and an antique double decker Merry go Round. www.casadefruta.com

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

April 4, 2010

Sunday

OCEANSIDE - Sunrise on the Shore 2010. 21st Annual Sunrise on the Shore. New Venture Christian Fellowship hosts special guest and serves all who attend the early morning Easter message. Easter message will be followed by entertainment and a buffet breakfast. Time: 6 to 10 a.m. Location:Pier Amphitheater (200 North The Strand), Oceanside, CA. Call: (760) 721-7777.Call: (760) 672-1848. ci.oceanside.ca.us

April 5, 2010

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April 7, 2010

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April 8, 2010

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April 9, 2010

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April 10, 2010

Saturday

ARCATA - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Arcata Theatre, 1036 G Street, Arcata, CA arcatatheater.com

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

April 11, 2010

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April 12, 2010

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April 13, 2010

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April 14, 2010

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April 15, 2010

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April 16, 2010

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April 17, 2010

Saturday

GRASS VALLEY - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Grass Valley Center for the Arts, 314 West Main Street, Grass Valley, CA. thecenterforthearts.org

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

April 18, 2010

Sunday

April 19, 2010

Monday

SANTA ROSA - Sunday at the Funnies Exhibit, last day. Sunday at the Funnies examines the evolution of the iconic Sunday funny pages through a display of original strips and newspaper tear sheets from various cartoon artists. Exhibit runs through Apr. 19, 2010. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

April 20, 2010

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April 23, 2010

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April 24, 2010

Saturday

CARMEL - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Sunset Center 9th Avenue & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA. sunsetcenter.org

PETALUMA - Butter and Eggs Parade and Festival in downtown Petaluma.

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

April 25, 2010

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MAY 2010

ANGELS CAMP - Jumping Frog Jubilee and Calaveras County Fair. A popular contest based on Samuel Clemens’ trips to the Gold Country region that inspired his published work, “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County”, about Jim Smiley and his frog Dan’l Webster. Event includes a carnival, vendors, games, entertainment and the famous Jumping Frog contest. Cost: $5 - 10. Location: Fairgrounds along Highway 49 between Angels Camp and Sonora. frogtown.com

May 2009

May 1, 2010

Saturday

SIGNAL HILL - Saturday Night Cruz from Bob's Big Boy. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free participation. Location: 1898 Willow St., Signal Hill, CA.

May 2, 2010

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May 12, 2009

SAN DIEGO - Challenge of Change Convention - May 12th - May 15th, 2010. Kona Kai Resort, San Diego. Hosted by: Professional Servicers Organization of California... a nonprofit association of Electronics and Appliance repair. Three days of training by various manufacturers such as Panasonic, Sub-Zero, Whirlpool, LG etc. Call 714 335-1259. psoca.org.

May 13, 2010

May 14, 2010

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Duck-a-thon. Wine Tasting. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: $50-60. Location: Pier Plaza, Huntington Beach, CA. duckathon.org

May 15, 2010

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Duck-a-thon. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Main Event at 3 p.m. (duck drop) Location: Pier Plaza, Huntington Beach, CA. duckathon.org

May 16, 2010

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Duck-a-thon. Duck Festival. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Pier Plaza, Huntington Beach, CA. duckathon.org

SOQUEL - Woofstock West. 9th Annual Dog Festival will be held at Soquel High School. Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $10/dog, $2 donation person. coastaldogs.com

May 17, 2010

Monday

SANTA ROSA - May I Have This Dance, Exhibit, last day! Dance in Peanuts from mambo, jingle bell twist, and disco, to the polka and the waltz make appearances. In addition, Charles Schulz seemingly chronicles his own dance lessons in a 1995 series featuring Charlie Brown’s lessons with Emily. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

May 21, 2010

VACAVILLE - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Vacaville, CA Location: Vacaville Performing Arts Center(VPAC), 1010 Ulatis Drive, Vacaville, CA. vpat.net

May 29, 2010

Saturday

June 2010

June 5, 2010

Saturday

HEALSDBURG - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Raven Theatre, 115 North Street, Healdsburg, CA. raventheater.org

SACRAMENTO - Grape Escape. 8th annual event date is subject to change. Wine tastings, food pairings, and cooking demos from 100 wineries and restaurants from eight surrounding counties. Plus live music and art displays. Location: Cesar Chavez Plaza, Sacramento, CA. Time: 4–7 p.m. Cost: $40-$50. Call: (916) 808-7777. sacramentograpeescape.com

SANTA BARBARA - Big Dog Parade. Cancelled in 2009, the parade promises to return bigger and better than ever.

June 12, 2010

Saturday

SAN FRANCISCO - North Beach Festival. Date subject to change. Little Italy district celebrates 56th annual event with cultural heritage such as Italian cuisine, arts and crafts, live music, champion pizza tossing and an animal blessing at the National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi. Time: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Location: Washington Square Park, 1200-1500 blocks of Grant Avenue and adjacent streets in North Beach, San Francisco, CA. Cost: Free. Call: (415) 989-2220. sfnorthbeach.org

June 13, 2010

Sunday

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Huntington Beach Pier Swim. Date subject to change. Location: Pacific Coast Highway at Main Street. Time: Sign up and late entries on the beach from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. only. Call: City of Huntington Beach Community Services Department (714) 536-5281. Cost: $TBD surfcity-hb.org more info

SAN FRANCISCO - Civil War Days. Date subject to Change. Re-enactment of civil war battles, music and food. Event is 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; battle at 12:30 p.m. Location: Angel Island State Park, Camp Reynolds, Angel Island, San Francisco Bay, CA. Cost: Free (cost of ferry to Angel Island varies according to embarkation point. military history of Angel Island and the San Francisco Bay, cannons and muskets boom as "Confederate" vessels make passes along the western shore of the island and engage "Union" artillery forces on land in a mock skirmish. Camp Reynolds circa 1863 comes alive as reenactors portray Company B, 3rd U.S. Artillery. Call: (415) 435-5390. angelisland.org

June 14, 2010

Monday

SANTA ROSA - Peanuts . . . Naturally, Exhibit. Charles Schulz’s interest in the environment and ecology is reflected in Peanuts, but as is always the case, he does not approach the subject in a preachy manner. Humor and wit draw the reader’s attention in strips from 1962/1963, for example, in which Snoopy and Woodstock carry the ecology storyline. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

June 18, 2009

PISMO BEACH - The Classic at Pismo Beach. 3 -day fun filled days of Central California's finest seaside classic & street rod car show now in its 25th year. Pierside & throughout downtown Pismo Beach guests enjoy seeing hundreds of classic restorations and street rods. Featured events are a Car Show & Shine, "Cruise Night" when hundreds of cars parade for thousands of spectators who line the streets, Live Entertainment, "The Hot Rod Bar and Grill" with live entertainment, live charity auction to benefit the Veterans, great food and drink, BBQ, Poker Run, Gala. Don't miss out sign up today! Info: Just Cruzin at (866) 450 - 7469; email pamb@thepismobeachclassic.com or checkout our website at thepismobeachclassic.com for registration, which is $65 thru Dec. 31, 2009, $80.00 Jan. 1, 2010 thru May 15, 2010, $100 May 16, 2010 thru June 10, 2010, Pre-Registration Closes June 10, 2010. Weekend of show vehicle registration $115.00. All registrations include a T-shirt. No admission charge for spectators to the show. Hours: Friday / Saturday 9 am- 10 PM, Sunday 9am - 5pm. Look forward to seeing you in Pismo! Phone 951-656-0862

June 19, 2010

PISMO BEACH - The Classic at Pismo Beach. 3 -day fun filled days of Central California's finest seaside classic & street rod car show now in its 25th year. Just Cruzin at (866) 450 - 7469; email pamb@thepismobeachclassic.com or checkout our website at thepismobeachclassic.com for registration, which is $65 thru Dec. 31, 2009, $80.00 Jan. 1, 2010 thru May 15, 2010, $100 May 16, 2010 thru June 10, 2010, Pre-Registration Closes June 10, 2010. Weekend of show vehicle registration $115.00. All registrations include a T-shirt. No admission charge for spectators to the show. Hours: Friday / Saturday 9 am- 10 PM, Sunday 9am - 5pm. Look forward to seeing you in Pismo! Phone 951-656-0862

June 20, 2010

June 26, 2010

Saturday

POINT ARENA - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Arena Theatre, 214 Main Street, Point Arena, CA. arenatheater.org

SANTA CRUZ - Surf City Classic: Woodies on the Wharf. The scenic Santa Cruz Wharf is the perfect setting for a celebration of the surf spirit and classic surf wagons. More than 200 pre-1950s "woodies" line the wharf. Music, T-shirts, memorabilia and prize drawings will add to the fun. Presented by the Santa Cruz Woodies. Co-sponsored by O'Neill, the Wharf Association and the City of Santa Cruz. Free bike valet. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Free to watch. Call (831) 420-5273 or email: wharf@ci.santa-cruz.ca.us.

JULY 2010

July 9, 2010

Friday

SAN JOSE - Hot San Jose Nights. Cruise on over to Hot San Jose Nights annual event for the famous 10 mile cruise to Capitol Drive In @ 5:45pm on Friday Evening, indoor AutoRama, outside Show-n-Shine, indoor AuctionRama, indoor VendoRama, full carnival, raffles, Sock Hop, awards, live music including the Joe Sharino Band and the Hot Rods, In the Park Parades on Saturday and Sunday, and more! It's the place to be on July 9, 10, & 11, 2010. General Admission $12, children 15 and younger admitted free with paying adult. Show Hours are Friday noon - 9pm, Saturday from 9am - 9pm, and Sunday from 9am - 6pm. Location: Newly remodeled Santa Clara County Fairgrounds located at 344 Tully Road, San Jose, CA 95111. Call: (408) 615-1454. hotsanjosenights.com

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July 17, 2010

Sunday

SANTA BARBARA - French Festival Bastille Day Celebration. 22nd Annual French Festival held on Bastille Day Weekend in Santa Barbara's Oak Park is where America celebrates France... and what's best is that it is free! Billed as the largest French celebration in the Western United States, French chefs cook cuisine from crepes to quiche, a huge huge Eiffel Tower and French-themed entertainment on three stages: cancan, hot jazz a la Django Reinhart and music and dance the entire time plus the Poodle Parade and c Fatales Drag Review. Time: 11am-7pm. Call: (805) 564-PARIS (805-564-7274). frenchfestival.com.

July 18, 2010

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July 12, 2009

Sunday

ATASCADERO - Lavender Festival. 4th annual Lavender Festival at Green Acres Lavender Farm includes green themes, vendors, musical entertainment, locally grown and locally made products, and a beautiful farm setting to enjoy the day. Cost: Free admission. Location: Green Acres Lavender Farm, 8865 San Gabriel Rd., Atascadero, CA. Tel:(805)466-0837. greenacreslavenderfarm.com

CARLSBAD - Carlsbad Triathlon. 28th Annual event is one of the world's top 5 longest running triathlons. It is a sprint distance race, consisting of a 1K Swim, 25K Bike, and 5K Run. Time: 8 a.m. to Noon. Cost: $90 -150 (approx.) Location: Tamarack State Beach, Carlsbad, CA. carlsbadtriathlon.com

COSTA MESA - Orange County Fair. Orange County Fair is one of the most popular urban fairs in the U.S. Pig races, people contests, carnival rides, food, fun, and loads of live entertainment and fun for the entire family. Runs through Aug. 9, 2009 (closed Mondays). Tickets: $5 - 10, kids under free 5 free, subject to change. Location: 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA. Call: (714) 708-1500. ocfair.

LOS ALTOS - Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival. 30th Annual Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival in downtown Los Altos features the work of artists from across the Western U.S., wine from a half dozen of the region’s finest vintners and a wide variety of food. Free concerts throughout the day with bands such as free concerts, Rides and activities in the Kidzone make for a family fun day. Time: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Address: Main and State streets, Los Altos, CA. Cost: Free. Contact: downtownlosaltos.org
MENDOCINO - Mendocino Music Festivalat Mendocino Headlands State Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Main Street between Lansing and Kasten, Mendocino. The event runs through July. Shows are at 8 p.m. Call (707) 937-4041. mendocinomusic.com

PALO ALTO - The Palo Alto Clay & Glass Festival. The 18th Annual art festival attracts thousands of discriminating shoppers and collectors in an open-air celebration of clay and glass artistry. 175 artists. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Free admission. Location: Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303. Contact: (650) 329-2366. acga.net

PASADENA - Rose Bowl Flea Market. Rose Bowl Flea Market and Market Place is billed as the flea market of the stars. With over 2500 vendors, this decades-long tradition of outdoor shopping is a whopping success that continues to delight all ages. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $8 - 20; Free for kids under 12 with an adult; Free Parking. Location: 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA. rgcshows.com

PLEASANTON - Alameda County Fair. Award-winning fair features top acts and wristband one fee for carnival rides. Fair time: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Cost: $10; kids $6; parking: $8; Carnival wristband $20 approx. Location: Valley Ave. @ Bernal, Pleasanton, CA. alamedacountyfair.com

July 23, 2010

July 24, 2010

BIG SUR - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Henry Miller Memorial Library Highway 1, South of Big Sur, Big Sur, CA. henrymiller.org

July 31, 2010

NAVVARO - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Navarro Amphitheatre-Summer Music Series, Next to the Navarro General Store, BBQ & Deli, 231 Wendling St.(Highway 128) Navarro, CA. Call:707-895-9445

August 2010

August 15, 2010

Sunday

SANTA CRUZ - Aloha Celebrity Races and Polynesian Festival. Designed especially for new and novice paddlers, the Celebrity races are a chance to discover the excitement of outrigger canoe racing. Join the fun or cheer for friends in the race. The Polynesian Festival follows with a taste of the tropics- fresh flower leis, Hawaiian shaved ice, Maori face painting, print making and dance performances. Co-sponsored by Pu Pu O'Hawaii Outrigger Canoe Club. Time: Races start 9 a.m.; Festival starts 11 a.m. Cost: Free. Call (831) 420-5273 or email: wharf@ci.santa-cruz.ca.us.

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August 23, 2010

Monday

SANTA ROSA - The Language of Lines: How Cartoonists Create Characters. Last Day of Exhibit - From the richly detailed dream world of Little Nemo to the minimalist surroundings of Peanuts in the later years, cartoonists have embedded their characters in very distinctive environments. The final exhibition in the Language of Lines trilogy, co-curated by cartoon historian Brian Walker, examines how cartoonists create these imaginary worlds and how the depiction of these worlds has evolved. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

September 2010

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September 11, 2010

NEWMAN - House of Floyd Pink Floyd Tribute Concert. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Westside Theatre, 1331 Main Street Newman, CA. westsidetheatre.org

September 20, 2010

Monday

SANTA ROSA - Youth Culture Art Exhibit. Explore how Peanuts reflected the youth culture of the day from coon skin caps and 3-D glasses to cool jazz, surfboarding, and “streaking” in this exhibition of 70 original strips. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

OCTOBER 2010

October 2, 2010

PASADENA - Angel Festival. The 17th Angel Festival, is about anything and everything to do with angels. Arts & crafts, religious, or silly fun! If you attend wearing an ANGEL COSTUME you receive a $5 off coupon redeemable at any booth!Free ANGEL BOOK to anyone named “Angel” (with I.D.)! Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Memorial Park, 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd , Sierra Madre , CA 91024. Call: (626)794-4458. Vendors wanted: Get 10X10 booth for only $47!

October 11, 2010

Monday

SANTA ROSA - From Highland Park Caddy to Pebble Beach Celebrity: Schulz and the Game of Golf Exhibit - Last Day! Golf was one cartoonist Charles Schulz's favorite games. The exhibition features photographs and memorabilia of Schulz’s game and also looks at how he portrayed golf in Peanuts, as Snoopy assumed the role of World Famous Golf Pro. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org | Buy Tickets!

FACTOID ABOUT EVENTS: Cultural Events/Festivals are very popular among travelers. In fact, most (75%) U.S. adult travelers attended a cultural activity or event while on a trip in the past year. This translates to an estimated 109.8 million U.S. adults. Their households generated 97.7 million person-trips including a cultural event or festival in 2002. Examining the variety of cultural activities to do on trips shows that past-year travelers most often attend performing arts events (48%) and/or visit art museums or antique establishments (47%). Source: The Historic/Cultural Traveler. Expired events list. / California Festivals & Fairs / Press Releases

Dates to be determined

BODEGA - Artisans Co-op artisansco-op.com

LAKE ARROWHEAD - Woodies on the Lake. Annual event in the Village. Call: (714) 545-8682 or TomJParsons@gmail.com (714) 227-1379 (cell does not work well in Lake Arrowhead)

EL DORADO HILLS - Wine at Town Center. wineattowncenter.org

LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Festivals. 1126 Queens Highway Long Beach, CA 90802. Call: (310)320-7827. QueenMaryFestivals.com

MARIN - Marin Art Festival - Fine arts and crafts. Location: Marin Center Exhibit Hall and Fairgrounds, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Cost: $8 approx.; 14 and under free. Call: (415) 499-6800. marinartfestival.com

MURPHYS - Murphys Art Walk. 2nd Saturday of each month seven galleries open their doors with art, wine, food, and fun. Call: (209) 728-8640. gocalaveras.com

SANTA YNEZ - Old Santa Ynez Day. The Old West comes to life at the frontier town of Santa Ynez birthday party with a parade, food booths, arts & crafts, antiques & collectibles, and live entertainment. Location: Sagunto Street, downtown Santa Ynez, CA. Call: (805) 688-3448.

SUSANVILLE - Susanville Symphony Pops Concert. Popular symphonic music from films that include Indiana Jones, Superman and Schindler's List. Location: United Methodist Church, 70 Lassen St., Susanville, CA. Call: (530) 257-2920. susanvillesymphony.com

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