August 2008 California Events

Saturday, August 16, 2008

COPPEROPOLIS - Hot Copper Days. Vintage Cars fill the streets of the new downtown Copperopolis Town Square. A car show, Rock 'n Roll music, BBQ and dancing in the streets all make for a day to celebrate the beautiful centerpiece square. Time: 10 a.m. 8 p.m. Cost: Free admission. Location: 100 Town Square, Copperopolis, CA. Call: (209) 785-8553. copperopolistownsquare.com

FAIRFIELD - Tomato Festival and West Coast BBQ. Tomato foods, live entertainment, farmer's market, children games, beer events and arts and crafts, Family activities, beer and wine garden and food court. Also hosting the Western Regional Bar-be-Que Cook Off finals. Eating and costume contests and many vendors. Location: Downtown, 1000 Texas Avenue, Jefferson Street to Pennsylvania Street, Fairfield, CA. Time: Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: Free. Call: (707) 422-0103

FALBROOK -  Wine & A Bite Art Walk - through Downtown Fallbrook features food from popular Fallbrook restaurants, wine from an award-winning winery and unique art experiences at each stop.  One more art walk is scheduled on Sept. 20. Time: 5-7 p.m. Cost: $20 person.  Call: (760) 451-3282. FindFallbrook.com.

FERNDALE - Humboldt County Fair.112th Annual Humboldt County Fair. Horse races, mule races, sheep dog trials, livestock, carnival rides, arts & handicrafts, food, floriculture and much more! Founded in 1896, this is the oldest uninterrupted county fair in California. Runs through Aug. 17. Call: (707) 786-9511. humboldtcountyfair.org

LONG BEACH - Full Moon Gondola Wine Tasting Party Cruise. Back By Popular Wine Party Cruise Demand!...Journey on this full moon gondola wine cruise like no other. Morry's brings back its ever-popular gondola wine tasting cruise. Price includes: gondola cruise, wine tasting of boutique wines, lite 'eats', good vibes, and a FULL MOON to serenade you! Guests go directly to the Gondola Getaways Dock. Only 25 spots left on the large Venetian Gondolas. Will sell out! Time: 8:30 to 10 p.m. Cost: $49/person (plus tax & gratuity). Location: 5437 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA.  MUST RSVP with Leanna: (562) 688-7109 or lrodgers@morrys.com (no walkups).  morrysofnaples.com

LONG BEACH - Capture the Wind Festival. Kite Festival includes these events: Capture the Wind - Blokart Festival - Kite Surfing Challenge. Location: Beaches, Belmont Shore Ocean at Granada, Long Beach, CA. longbeachseafestival.com

LOS ANGELES - African Marketplace & Cultural Faire. Events include jazz, r&b and top music concert acts, literary presentations, vendors selling unique gifts and foods, and an entire fun zone for kids. The event runs on August 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 and September 1. Time: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Location: Rancho Cienega Recreation Center, 5001 Rodeo Road, Los Angeles, CA 90016. Cost: $8.00 for adults $5 for children over 12 & Seniors. Phone: (323) 293-1612. africanmarketplace.org

MILPITAS - Celebrate Milpitas! Entertainment, food, drink and over 100 artisans with hand-made crafts, 18 different domestic wines from 5 local wineries plus selected international wines, over 30 types of food, activities and rides for the kids, FREE musical entertainment on two stages and numerous community booths. Location: South Milpitas Boulevard -one block south of Calaveras Boulevard, SR 237, Milpitas, CA. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission: Free. Call: (408) 262-2613. milpitaschamber.com

MONTEREY- Monterey County Fair at Monterey County Fairgrounds. Enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, games, contests, music, food vendors and a whole lot of fun. Event runs through Aug. 17, 2008.

montereycountyfair.com

PISMO BEACH - Saint Anthony's Celebration. Celebrate the cultural contribution of the area's Portugal descendants. A parade begins at 11 a.m. with Sopas being served on the grounds. Crafts, Food, Music and vendor booths provide lots to look at, see and eat. Location: Saint Anthony's Church, 390 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA. Call: (805) 773-4382
SAN DIEGO -  Concert with Dirty Sweet. Plaza del Pasado in Old Town hosts free concerts. Time:  4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Location: Park located at Juan and Calhoun streets inside the Old Town San Diego Historic State Park just outside of Jolly Boy Saloon & Restaurant, San Diego, CA. plazadelpasado.com or call 866-378-2943.

SAN DIEGO - Summer Home and Remodeling Show. Ideas for your home and garden, great decorating ideas and more. Location: San Diego Convention Center, 111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA. Hours: Fri.-Sat. 10am-7pm; Sun. 10am-5pm. Runs through August 17. Admission: Free. Phone Number: (800) 999-5450. showusa.net

SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Antique Fair along Mariposa Street in the downtown area is sponsored by San Juan Bautista Antique Committee.  Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: San Juan Bautista, CA. Call: (831) 623-4491.  san-juan-bautista.ca.us
SAN MATEO - San Mateo County Fair and Bay Meadows Thoroughbred Horse Racing. Contests, carnival, livestock, crafts, home arts and animal competitions, top musical acts, petting zoo and pig racing are but a few of the attractions and events at this popular bay area fair. Cost: $10 (approx.) to free for kids 5 and under. Time: Noon to 11 p.m. most days. Check web site for details. Location: San Mateo County Fair, 2495 S. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94403. Call: 650-574-3247. sanmateocountyfair.com

SAN RAFAEL - San Rafael Food and Wine Festival. Wine tasting from regional wineries, beer tastings from local breweries and local restaurants will be featuring some of the best cuisine in Marin County. The festival will also showcase local artists and musicians displaying their talents on Mission Street East to D Street. Vendors, Entertainment Free, Food and Music. Location: Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Avenue, San Rafael, CA. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call: (800) 310-6563. fillmorejazzfestival.com

SANTA BARBARA - Woodies at the Beach, Santa Barbara Woodie Club. The 2008 Woodies at the Beach show held by the Santa Barbara Woodie Club will be held at Santa Barbara City College beginning at 9 AM and concluding at 3 PM. Location: Santa Barbara City College, 721 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA. The entrance to the display area is at the corner of Shoreline Drive and Loma Alta Drive, Santa Barbara, CA. There is no entry fee nor any parking fee. Contact President Ron Dugger, (805) 343-4025 or SBWoodieClub@aol.com.

SANTA CRUZ - Aloha Night Campfire with Michelle Kiba and the Tiki Tones will perform at the New Brighton State Beach Campfire Amphitheater. Enjoy live Hawaiian music, story telling and hula lessons beside the campfire. Fun for the entire family. Admission is free with paid park entrance fee $6. Location: New Brighton State Beach, Capitola, CA Call: (831) 464-6330

SANTA MONICA - Open House for Academy of Art. Meet Successful Alumni & Get Portfolio Feedback (optional), see online art & design class demos and find out about housing, financial aid, plus complete your application for Fall 2008. Admission is FREE! Time: 10 AM - 5 PM (Ongoing). Location: Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, 1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401. Call 800-544-2787

SANTA ROSA - Wings Over Wine Country Air Show. Aircraft on display and aeronautics in the air. Vendors, Family-friendly entertainment Free, Food, midway rides, music and more. Location: Charles M. Schulz Airport, 2200 Airport Boulevard, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 575-7900. airshowbuzz.com

SONORA - Certified Farmer's Market. Includes John Watson as featured entertainment. Fresh produce, crafts and live entertainment. Location: Theall and Stewart St., Sonora, CA. Time: 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. Call: (209) 532-7735. sonoraca.com

TEMPLETON - Gourd Birdhouse Natural Finish Workshop at Jack Creek Farms.  Learn how to choose,

clean, stain and create a delightful natural gourd birdhouse for your feathered friends. $18 fee includes a gourd and all the tools and materials to make a finished birdhouse. Space is limited. Please call 238-3799 to make reservations. Time: 11 a.m. Location: 5000 Highway 46 West, Templeton, CA. jackcreekfarms.com

TOMALES - Holstein 100 Bicycle Ride. 15th Annual Tomales Holstein 100 Mile bike ride passes through Holstein country just north of the Bay Area. Location: Tomales High School, Irvin Road, Tomales, CA. Start time: 100 miles..6:30 - 8:30 am; 67 miles..7:30 - 9:00 am; 34 miles..8:30 - 10:00 am. Course closes at 5 p.m. Cost: $55 - 65. Call: (415) 663-8148. wmss.org

VACAVILLE - Vacaville Chili Challenge - held in Town Square, the International Chili Society is partnering with the Downtown merchants for an officially sanctioned event. The judging categories include Salsa, Chili Verdi, and Home Style (can include beans) and the big pepper itself Texas Style Red Chili. The winner of the Texas Style Red Chili has the opportunity to move one step closer to the ICS World Championship being held in October. Adding spice to the day’s activities there will also be the fire house and restaurant challenges to determine the best Firehouse and Restaurant Chili’s in Vacaville and beyond. Time: 10 am to 6 pm. There will be a great variety of musical entertainment all day long with Loren Davidson, Yard Sale, Southern Comfort & “Kim Rea & the Dream Dogs”. For cook-off entry details please call the Bruce at (707) 404-6441; or (707) 451-2100. chilicookoff.com.

WHITTIER - Uptown Whittier Car Show. Enjoy the cars at the beautiful uptown district. Location: Whittwood Town Center, 15608 Whittwood Lane, Whittier, CA. Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call: (562) 698-7645. whittieruptown.org

YORKVILLE - Yorkville Highlands Wine Festival. Taste over 30 local wines. Outrageous boar sausages & savory lamb bbq. Wild & Wacky Games, Live Music, Silent Auction and Grape Stomp are just part of the fun at Meyer Family Cellars.Proceeds will benefit the Yorkville Volunteer Fire Department and the non-profit Yorkville Highlands Growers & Vintners Association. Location: Meyer Family Cellars, 19750 Hwy 128, Yorkville, CA 95494,(between Cloverdale & Boonville, mile marker 34.2 on Hwy 128. As of posting, there were hotel rooms in Cloverdale). Time:2pm - 7pm. Tickets $50. Call: (707) 894-9177. yorkvillehighlands.org/festival.html

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