FRIDAY, August 24, 2012

BASS LAKE - August 24-26, 2012. Annual event at a popular fair location offers 3 days of shopping and you can stay later if you like. Arts, crafts and vendors galore! A lot of boaters come in off the lake in the evening. Bass Lake at 3400 feet elevation in the Sierras was named the best lake in the west by Sunset Magazine. Free RV parking on a first come basis is allowed in the upper parking lot above the post office for the weekend. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Pines Village, 8 Miles NE of Oakhurst, Bass Lake, CA. Info: basslakechamber | Region: High Sierras

CORNING - August 24-25, 2012 Corning Olive Festival

Corning, Calif.

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Miss Corning, missing olive contest, olive festival mixer, olive festival parade, pancake breakfast, fun run/walk, arts, crafts, food booths, music and entertainment, children's activities, cook-off judging, talent show, olive drop and more.

MAMMOTH LAKES - August 24-25, 2012 Mammoth Rocks Taste of the Sierra

Mammoth Lakes, California

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Music, Food and Fun.

CASTRO VALLEY - Greek Festival Castro Valley August 24-26, 2012

20104 Center St.

Castro Valley, California

(510) 581-8950

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Hours: Friday: 5 - 9 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday: Noon - 7 p.m.

Free Admission, Free Parking

Fun and free, the Greek Festival Castro Valley offers the excitement and cuisine of Greece at Church of the Resurrection 40th annual Greek Festival. Shop at the expanded Agora, eat, enjoy Greek Folk dancing and spend time quenching your thirst at the Taverna serving Greek beer, wine and many specialty drinks. Come experience the sights, music, and the Flavors of Greece at the Church of the Resurrection 41st annual Greek Festival located at 20104 Center Street in Castro Valley California where the grounds are transformed into a mini-Greek town! You can shop at the expanded "Agora" (Market place), eat delicious and authentic food of the Mediterranean, partake in lively Greek Folk dancing and spend time quenching your thirst at the Taverna (bar) featuring Greek beer, wine and many specialty drinks. Or have coffee at the Kafenion (coffee house) while you snack on the savories or delicious Greek pastries! Then learn to dance with Free Greek Dance lessons to the beat of live Greek music. Enjoy Free Greek dance performances by award winning dance groups and shout "Opa!" to delightful table dancers! Fun and affordable the Greek Festival Castro Valley offers the opportunity to delight in the charm, excitement and cuisine of Greece. With Free Parking and Free Admission you don't want to miss visiting this event!

FRESNO - Fresno Greek Festival August 24-26, 2012

St. George Greek Orthodox Church

2219 N. Orchard

Fresno, CA

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Fresno's Premier Greek Festival is Back for its 51st Year! Tickets may be purchased at the gate or in advance at the church. 559-233-0397 for more information. Admission: , Age 65+ & Children under 12 are

LAGUNA BEACH - Art A-Fair Art Festival Hours: Sun - Thurs 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri-Sat 10 a.m. -10 p.m. / senior, student. 777 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna, Beach, CA. art-a-fair | Region: Orange County

LAGUNA BEACH - Sawdust Festival Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. .75, .25 senior. 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna, Beach, CA. sawdustfestival | Region: Orange County

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