Saturday, June 11, 2011

BIG BEAR CITY / FAWNSKIN: Victorian Days June 11 -12, 2011

Victorian Days sponsored by The Big Bear Valley Renaissance Society, Inc., is hosting what Westways Magazine calls Top Five Worth a Drive. Its permanent site on the north shore of Big Bear Lake showcases 19th century Victorian era, pioneers, Wild West, old miners, the American civil war, and Steampunk!

Literary characters and authors, historical figures, shoot outs in the streets, strange devices carried by the Captain of a Zeppelin, arrests and judgments from the "hangin' judge are part of the period entertainment and games.

Costumes are not mandatory, but definitely are fun. To kick things off, the opening of the Fawnskin Victorian Days will be preceded by the annual Fawnskin Doo Dah Parade, which runs 10-11am, Saturday morning. . bbvrsinc

COSTA MESA: Three Rockabilly Bands, concert. JW and Wayman Creek Boys, noon; The Jackpot Club, 1 p.m. and The Kane Kutters, 2 p.m. West Coast Rockabilly Showdown contest pits 12 unsigned rockabilly bands for cash prize of ,500 and performance at Hootenanny 2011 rockabilly fest at Oak Canyon Ranch in Irvine. The winner proceeds to the finals on June 18 at the Orange County Market Place. Three more rounds will be held. Location: OC Market Place Main Stage, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA. or free with canned food donation. 723-6616. ocmarketplace

LOS ANGELES: Kids ROCK Festival. Enjoy the free concert to benefit the Children's Nature Institute, along with activities that teach the importance of environmental awareness, eco-art booths, animal exhibits and healthy cuisine from the food truck scene. Performances include outstanding family music artists Rhythm Child, Randy Kaplan, David Tobocman, Renee & Jeremy and Ozokids (the family music alter-ego of the band, Ozomatli). The Children's Nature Institute opens young minds to the wonders and joys of nature, providing hands-on educational programs tailored specifically for the children of Los Angeles, reaching more than 15,000 kids per year and underserved youth at over 100 inner-city schools and shelters. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Hancock Park ( between LACMA and the La Brea Tar Pits. cni-kids

ANDERSON: Annual Tri-Tip BBQ & Family Fun Night.

Anderson River Park. Anderson Volunteer Firefighters will help serve up Tri-Tip, Beans, Salad, Corn on the Cob & Bread Kids Games, Big Spin, Silent Auction, Door Prizes, Music & Raffles. BBQ begins at 4 p.m. Adults presale, 2 at the gate; Children (12 & under) presale, at the gate. 378-6699.

AUBURN: Walking Tour - Historical Old Town Auburn Tour. Meets at the Courthouse Museum at 10 a.m. Tour lasts one hour. 889-6500 (see more events in Auburn)

AUBURN: American River Confluence Festival Wine and Beer Tasting. Overlook Park on Pacific Ave behind the Gold Country Fairgrounds. Beer and Wine Tasting featuring Sierra Nevada beers and fine wines from local wineries. Donation: . parc-auburn

BURBANK: The All American Show Choir, evening summer concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. at Starlight Bowl. starlightbowl or 525.3721. 3.50 - 50

DEL MAR: San Diego County Fair June 10 - July 4, 2011 sdfair

FOUNTAIN VALLEY: Fountain Valley Summerfest June 10 -12, and Classic Car and Truck Show June 11 from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. fvcarshow Location: Fountain Valley Sports Park 16400 Brookhurst, Fountain Valley

LOS ANGELES: Navajo Rug Auction. 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Free admission. Location: 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA. 667-2000 theautry

MONTEREY: Monterey Wine Festival. June 10 - 11, 2011. 35th annual events features wine, fine dining, Chowder Competition and more.

OJAI: Ojai Music Festival June 9 -12, 2011. Unveiling of the renovated outdoor Libbey Bowl and concert series. Two classical concerts - 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Ticket: 5-49. ojaifestival

PALOS VERDES: 24th annual Street Fair and Music Festival. Enjoy shopping and entertainment with over 200 arts & crafts booths. A huge carnival, Top Dogs Show, entertainment on two stages, and eco-friendly focus. Time: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Location: Crossfield Drive between the Promenade on the Peninsula and Peninsula Shopping Center in Rolling Hills Estates, 90274. Free, parking available at Peninsula High School. pvstreetfair

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: Second Saturday Art Fair. Showcasing 60 talented artists, craftspeople and musicians from across Southern California. The event includes entertainment, activities and attractions include: music, art, crafts.

SAN MATEO: Santa Mateo County Fair June 11 - 19, 2011 sanmateocountyfair

DEL MAR: San Diego County Fair June 10 - July 4, 2011

San Diego County Fair is the largest annual event in San Diego County and the sixth largest fair in the United States, drawing more than 1.3 million visitors annually.

Hours: Closed these Mondays - June 13, 20, 27. 3 Adult; age 62 and older; ages 6-12 ; Free Age 5 and younger. Parking: Free shuttle parking at lot 2 miles away, or - 15 on site. Address: 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del Mar, CA 92014. sdfair

Mariposa Rotary Fine Art & Wine Festival June 11, 2011

Mariposa Courthouse, Bullion Street, Mariposa, CA. Sample wines, buy art, and help raise money for great causes! 11am to 6 pm mariposarotary

SAN MATEO: Santa Mateo County Fair June 11 - 19, 2011

Address: 1346 Saratoga Ave San Mateo CA 94403 sanmateocountyfair

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