AVILA BEACH: ALS Central Coast Century. The Central Coast Century starts and finishes in Avila Beach, taking Riders through Cambria, Cayucos and Morro Bay. The event consists of a traditional Century, a metric Century and a 25k fun Ride. Proceeds benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association's ALS Division, which funds cutting edge research and provides support services to those living with the disease. Riders are encouraged to fundraise and will be assisted in their fundraising efforts by staff at the local MDA office. 560-7651. gmcgreevy@mdausa centralcoastCentury

CAMARILLO: Fiesta Street Fair, July 13-15, 2012. camarillofiesta

CAMBRIA: Portuguese Celebration, July 14 - 15, 2012. 88th Annual event includes Linguica Sandwiches, Traditional Portuguese Folk Dance & American Dance, Grand March & Presentation of Past Queens, July 15th Parade and big BBQ. 459-6330.

CARLSBAD: US Open of Tennis Mercury Insurance Open July 14-22, 2012. Takes place at La Costa Resort & Spa. 930-7032 mercuryinsuranceopen

COSTA MESA: Orange County Fair July 13 - August 12, 2012 ocfair

LOS ALTOS: Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival, July 14-15. Held in downtown Los Altos, Main and State Streets, event showcases day long free concerts from top performers, the distinctive works of artists and craftspeople from over a dozen states, select vintages from local wineries, as well as a wide variety of foods and fun for the whole family. Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. www.downtownlosaltos

LOS ANGELES: Japanese American National Museum Free Days. No fee to visit the museum. Location: 369 East First Street, Los Angeles Calif. (213) 625-0414. janm

REDONDO BEACH: Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier

SACRAMENTO: California State Fair July 12 - 29, 2012 bigfun

SAN DIEGO: Shakespeare Festival. Outdoor stadium seating, dress warmly when attending performances. Location: Old Globe Way, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 9-79. 23-GLOBE, TheOldGlobe

SANTA MARIA: Santa Barbara County Fair July 11-15, 2012 All entertainment is free with Fair admission. The Santa Barbara County Fair themed "Bright Lights and Magical Nights". vendors.santamariafairpark | Region: Central Coast

STANFORD: US Open of Tennis Bank of the West Classic July 9 – 15, 2012. Held at Taube Family Tennis Stadium at Stanford University. Location: 641 E. Campus Drive, Stanford, CA. 866-982-8497 bankofthewestclassic

SONORA: The Mother Lode Fair July 12 - 15, 2012 motherlodefair

TURLOCK: Stanislaus County Fair July 13 - 22, 2012 stancofair

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