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May 2008 Events California

  Friday, May 16, 2008

 

Featured Event: Annual Catfish Derby (Clearlake Oaks-Glenhaven)

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Catfish Derby annual event brings out the families and anglers to catch big catfish.

The 26th annual event is the largest catfish tournament west of the Mississippi. The tournament features separate divisions for adults and children. Sponsored by the Clearlake Oaks Glenhaven Business Association, entry fees are affordable for three days of fishing. Ranging between $10 and $50, kids 15 and younger can enter for around $10/each. Location: Derby Headquarters, Clearlake Oaks fire station, 12655 E. Hwy 20, Clearlake Oaks. Call: (707) 998-1006 / clearlakeoaks.org

 

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: $9/adult; $5/child daily. Location: Fairgrounds along Highway 49 between Angels Camp and Sonora.  frogtown.com

 

CLEAR LAKE - Catfish Derby. 26th annual event  is the largest catfish tournament west of the Mississippi. Runs through Sunday, May 18. Cost: $10/child; $40-50/ adult. Location: Derby Headquarters, Clearlake Oaks fire station, 12655 E. Hwy 20, Clearlake Oaks. Call: (707) 998-1006 / clearlakeoaks.org

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Duck-a-thon. Rubber duck race in which public purchases toy rubber ducks (around $10/ea). The ducks are dropped by a tractor into the ocean and the come ashore, collected by volunteers. The first ducks to arrive win prizes.  Location: Pier Plaza- Pacific Coast Highway at Main St. Time: Daily at 10 a.m. Cost: Free admission. duck-a-thon.org

 

PASO ROBLES - Paso Robles Wine Festival. The 26th Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival weekend is the 2008 Paso Robles Wine Festival marquee tasting event in the downtown city park. It features more than 90 area wineries host an array of special events including winemaker dinners, food pairings, seminars, winery tours, special tastings and more. Advance purchase of tickets is highly recommended since there is a limited amount on the day of the event. $50 Tasting Ticket – advance purchase recommended - includes unlimited wine tasting (2-5 p.m.) in the designated tasting area and a commemorative Riedel glass; $15 Designated Driver/Child Ticket - includes access to the event, four non-alcoholic beverages and a commemorative beverage container. Call (805) 239-8463. pasowine.com

 

REDDING - Redding Rodeo. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Location: Redding Rodeo Grounds, Redding, CA. Call: (530) 241-8559. reddingrodeo.com

 

SACRAMENTO - Gem Faire. Classes, demos, and gems to adore in this popular event where you can even find jewelry repair while you wait! Time: Friday: 12pm-7pm, Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 10am-5pm. General Admission $5 Weekend Pass; Children 11 and under Free. Tel. (503) 252-8300. Location: Cal Expo, Building A, 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815. gemfaire.com

 

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - Heritage Art Exhibition & Sale. The 2nd Annual art exhibition and sale will showcase the original works of 40 Plein Air (French for “open air”) artists from across the nation who have captured the breathtaking beauty of the landscape at 10 exhibition sites within the Irvine Ranch wildlands and parks. Art enthusiasts will have the opportunity to take home these one-of-a-kind masterpieces at the outdoor dinner gala. Hosted by the Capistrano Valley Conservancy (CVC), along with the Irvine Ranch Conservancy, all proceeds from the gala and art sale will support the CVC’s mission of increasing the public’s awareness of the fragile nature of the natural treasures of this region. Time: 5 p.m. Cost: $165 person; $1000 for table of 8. Location: The Oaks Horse Farm, 28650 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA. cvconservancy.com.

 

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - Band - Foghat at The Coach House. Price: $27.50. Time: 8 p.m. Location: 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA. Call: (949) 496-8930. thecoachhouse.com

 

SONOMA VALLEY - Passport to Sonoma Valley. The charm of Sonoma Valley, California 's Original Wine Country, will be showcased in 40 Sonoma Valley Wineries presenting over 200 exceptional wines, gourmet food pairings and entertainment. Your passport and commemorative wine glass give you unlimited tastings, discounts on wine purchases and entry to Sonoma Valley 's acclaimed wineries and hidden gems not normally open to the public. Time: 11 am to 4 pm daily. Tour one day or the entire weekend. Cost:  Weekend Passport: $50; One-Day Passport: $45/person.  Ticket sales start March 1,  Call: (707) 935-0803. or buy online: sonomavalleywine.com


SAN PEDRO - L.A. Wood (Woodies on the Waterfront) will be held at Berth 73 within the Ports o' Call in San Pedro Ca. 90731.  The event begins at 9 a.m. and concludes by 4 p.m. There will be Live  Music , Food (including famous swordfish sandwiches) and a raffle, with event T- Shirts available! Admission is free for the cars and public, with plenty of parking. For more info e-mail southbaywoodies@cox.net or call Stan (310) 833-0680

 

 

 

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