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July 2008 Events California
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Featured Event: Imperial Beach
U.S. Open Sandcastle Competition July 12 - 13, 2008
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IMPERIAL BEACH -
Over 300,000 people hit the beaches of San Diego County's
Imperial Beach "IB" for an event guaranteed to put a little sand
between your toes and spark a smile as you gaze at master
sandcastle builders pit it out for top prize in a $21,000 purse
of awards. Why the fuss about sand? Sculptors create some
amazing creations that range from small cities to fantasy
creatures in intricate settings. Not only can the public
participate in events such a street festival that begins on
Saturday along Seacoast Drive. Closed to traffic for the day,
vendor booths, games, foods, and top entertainment with bands
and great music, the first Sandcastle event of the weekend is
held Saturday afternoon. Called Kids-N-Kastles
Competition, you'll be amazed to see the creativity and budding
talent from the youth. Who could believe that kids can make such
cool things out of sand? Sunday's events include the big
U.S.
Open Sandcastle Competition.
COSTA MESA - Orange
County Fair Say Cheese. Enjoy one of the most popular urban
fairs in the U.S. Pig races are an annual treat, carnival rides,
food, fun, and loads of live entertainment and
fun for the entire family. Runs through Aug. 3, 2008
(closed Mondays). Tickets: $5 - 10, kids under free 5
free. Location: 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA. Call: (714)
708-1500. ocfair.
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 MARIA - Santa
Barbara County Fair "Rock Around the Clock". 117th annual event
includes food, live entertainment with top act, carnival and
local competitions, plus livestock. July 12 entertainment
includes the car destruction derby. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
daily. santamariafairpark.com
YUCAIPA - Movies on
the Green. Movies on the Green at
Los Rios
Rancho invites guests to throw a blanket on the lawn, sit
back, and enjoy classic Western films featuring John Wayne and
Gene Autry under the evening stars.The films start at dusk, and
seating’s first-come, first-served, so come out early and enjoy
our trivia quizzes, children’s costume contests, live music, and
other western fun before the shows, starting at 7 p.m. Riley's
at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Rd. #13, Yucaipa, CA. 92399.
Call: (909) 797-1005. losriosrancho.com
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