CALIFORNIA: California Coast Grunion Run. Time: 11:55 p.m. - 1:55 a.m. Location: Southern to Central California beaches. Must have fishing license to catch grunion.

APPLE VALLEY: Dead on the Ponderosa Music Concert July 15 - 17, 2011. Music begins Friday afternoon with 3 days of live music, 2 stages, 25+ bands, music non-stop till late night. Camping for all - tents to buses. 0 - 65, camping included. deadontheponderosa Region: Inland Empire

BELLFLOWER: Street Fest. Free Music and fun on Friday nights in Downtown Bellflower happens every Friday through October from 6 to 9 p.m. on Laurel Street. Games, prizes, raffles, face painting and a great concert each week. Best of all, it's the Chamber at 867-1744, vendors sought.bellflower | Region: Los Angeles

COSTA MESA: Opening Day of the Orange County Fair free admission and parking for the general public FOR ONE HOUR ONLY. Time: Noon - 1 p.m. It is recommended that you arrive early, as traffic can be blocked for long distances prior to the noon opening. Location: 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA ocfair | Region: Orange County

GRASS VALLEY: California Worldfest (music festival), July 14 -1 7, 2011. Eight music stages with music from around the world. Announced acts include David Grisman -Blue Grass, Delhi to Dublin, The Greencards, Bluehouse, Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 9/day. worldmusicfestival | Region: Gold Country

HERMOSA BEACH: USAV Beach Volleyball Championship Series July 15 - 17, 2011. Professional beach volleyball tournament features the top U.S. teams for both men and women. This is the 1st year for this event in Hermosa Beach. Location: Next to Hermosa Beach Pier, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa usavolleyball | Region: Los Angeles County

HUNTINGTON BEACH: Beatroots, concert. British Tribute to Beatles is Free Concert. Pete's Sunset Grille, HB Hyatt Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy. 845-4775. vibeentertainment | Region: Orange County

NAPA: Moonlight Escape Thunder Moon Train. Per-person: 59. Full Thunder Moon is named for the thunderstorms that occur most frequently at this time of year. This is a five-course dinner, including a glass of sparkling wine. Napa Valley Wine Train. Limited seating. 427-4124. Location: 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa, California. winetrain | Region: Bay Area

PASO ROBLES: Steve Sturgis and Roadhouse, band, at Concerts in the Park. Free Friday night concert in Downtown Paso Robles City Park Bandstand, Paso Robles, CA. Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. pasoroblesdowntown | Region: Central Coast

PLEASANT HILL: Derby Day. Build your own boat with recycled materials to compete in pool race at 2 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Aquatic Park, 147 Gregory Ln., Pleasant Hill, CA. Entry fee: /boater. Pre-registration required by July 13 682-0896. | Region: Bay Area

SAN DIEGO: San Diego Pride Festival July 15 - 17, 2011. Now in its 36th year, this parade, rally, festival and parties all provide a weekend of entertainment in Balboa Park. | Region: San Diego County

SAN FRANCISCO: Sonoma Valley Wines VIN12. Enjoy 20+ Wine Producers representing Sonoma, pouring over 60 wines and over 10 other unique varietals such as Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Barbera, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc & Rhone. 5 per person Time: 5:30 - 9 p.m. Locatio: Sloane, 1525 Mission Street San Francisco, CA, 2011sonomaevent.eventbrite | Region: Bay Area

SANTA BARBARA: Incubus, in concert. Multi-platinum rock band, Incubus, is releasing their sixth studio album If Not Now, When? 3 to . Phone: 962-7411. sbbowl

SANTA MARIA: Santa Barbara County Fair July 13 -17, 2011. All entertainment is free with Fair admission. The Santa Barbara County Fair themed "Bright Lights and Magical Nights". Ticket: , wristband . santamariafairpark | Region: Central Coast

SAUSALITO: June 3 - August 26, 2011. Friday Nights from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Free to watch, sponsor tables- fee. Location: Gabrielson Park, Sausalito, CA. 289-4152 cityofsausalitospecialevents | Region: Bay Area

TURLOCK: Stanislaus County Fair. July 15 - 24, 2011 Ring in the New Year as the Fair starts celebrating its 100th Anniversary. stancofair | Region: Central Valley

WEST COVINA: The Impulse Band, concert. Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Greater West Covina Business Association. Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Location: Edwards Theater Quad at the Lakes Entertainment Center, 1200 Lakes Drive, West Covina, CA 771-3918. greaterwestcovina | Region: Los Angeles County

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