California Events May 5, 2012
May 5, 2012 5 p.m. Cinco de Mayo Celebration 20th Annual Cinco de Mayo celebration on the streets of Old Town Auburn with traditional dancing, live music dancing horses and lots of food
BANNING: Art Hop Festival. Huge festival in Downtown Banning. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. banningculturalalliance
BREA: Women's Jewelry Show. Over 100 vendors. Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission: . Brea Community Center, 695 E. Madison Way, Brea, CA. breaspecialevents
CARSLBAD: The Flower Fields through May 8th, 2012 hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. adult; Senior 60+; Age 3-10. Take Interstate 5 and exit at Palomar Airport Road in Carlsbad (look for the Windmill). theflowerfields
CLEARLAKE: Heron Festival. A celebration of birds, wildlife, and springtime on beautiful Clear Lake! Free admission, pontoon boat tours . Location: Red Bud Park, Clear Lake, CA. heronfestival
COARSEGOLD May 5-6, 2012 Always held the first weekend in May. All proceeds from the Coarsegold Rodeo will be used to benefit youth organizations of Eastern Madera County. Includes Cowboy Church and other community events. 683-1952, thecoarsegoldrodeo
CORNING: May Madness Show, Shine and Cruise Car Show May 4-5, 2012. 16th Annual Corning Car Show. Corning Chamber of Commerce 824-5550. corningchamber
IRWINDALE: The Original Pleasure Renaissance Faire, April 7 - May 20, 2012 on Saturdays & Sundays 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, Irwindale, CA. 969-4750. renfair
FRESNO: Fresno Relay For Life May 5-6, 2012, 24 hour event. This inspiring overnight event unites the entire community in celebrating those who have had cancer, remembering loved ones lost, and providing an opportunity to fight back against the disease. The American Cancer Society presents 23rd Annual Relay from 9 a.m. -9 a.m. at Kastner Intermediate School, 7676 N First Street (on First/Alluvial), Fresno, CA. To register, or for more information, visit RelayForLife /fresnoca or you can contact Event Chair, Cheryl Brunkhorst at 355-3532.
FRESNO: Cinco de Mayo, May 4-6, 2012. Held on Fulton Mall, it is one of Downtown Fresno's biggest annual events. Mexican food, dancing, music, shopping, kids activities and more. downtownfresno .
HANFORD: Cinco De Mayo Celebration. Noon-9 p.m. Cinco de Mayo Celebration Sponsored by the Hanford Chamber of Commerce and the City of Hanford Recreation Department. It is held in Civic Park, Hanford, CA. hanford
LOS ANGELES: Cinco de Mayo Olvera Street May 4-6, 2012 - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Popular and traditional music, dancing, and food. elpueblo.lacity
LOS BANOS: Merced County Spring Fair May 2-6, 2012 co.merced
MARIPOSA: Mariposa Butterfly Festival May 4-6, 2012. Event includes a butterfly release and parade. Phone (209)966-3232 MariposaButterflyFestival
MENDOCINO: John Druecker Memorial Rhododendron Show and Plant Sale May 5-6, 2012 . The show is open to the public Saturday from 1:30 pm to 5 pm and Sunday 9 am to 4 pm, with Plant Sale from 9 am to 5 pm Saturday and until 4 pm on Sunday. Admission is 707.964.4352 or gardenbytheseaOJAI: Ojai Storytelling Festival. 12th Annual Storytelling Festival May 3-6, 2012 - up. 414 East Ojai Ave., Ojai, CA. 646-8907o. jaistoryfest
PALM SPRINGS May 4-6, 2012 GSGRA - Hot Rodeo 2012 AC Dysart Equestrian Park 2111 West Victory Avenue Banning, California palmspringsrodeo
RANCHO CUCAMONGA: Cinco de Mayo. Live Entertainment, Pony Rides, Food and the 7th Annual Salsa Contest! Bring your best Salsa and sign up at the event by 2 pm. Enjoy yourself and have fun eating great Mexican food, listening to music, and learning why Cinco de Mayo is such an important day. Kids zone, bounce houses, pony rides, face painting, and balloon artists. Time: 1 - 6 p.m. 980-0465. cityofrc.us Old Town Park, 10033 Feron Blvd. (between Hermosa and Archibald) cityofrc.us
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES: First Saturday Walk. Explore George F Canyon with an experienced nature guide on the first Saturday of each month. This popular casual walk provides a perfect introduction to the canyon and its surroundings. Meet at the George F Canyon Nature Center (GFC) at the corner of Palos Verdes Drive East and Palos Verdes Drive North. A donation per person helps support the Nature Center. Time: 1 p.m. ci.rolling-hills-estates
ROSARITO: Rosarito to Ensenda 50 Mile Fun Bike Ride. Celebrating its 33rd year, this is a fun ride south of the San Diego border in Mexico. rosaritoensenada
SAN DIEGO: Fiesta Old Town Cinco de Mayo, May 4-6, 2012. The 29th Annual festival held in Old Town San Diego includes three days of dancing, mariachi music and special attractions such as the launch on Friday May 4 with a Freestyle Moto X Demo produced by Red Bull! Watch the riders go off jumps and execute gravity defying tricks. fiestaoldtown
SAN DIEGO (LA JOLLA) - Island Divine Isla Mujeres. Dine on delicious bites, sip flavorful wines, sample top craft and micro brews or exotic cocktails while listening to the sounds of the waves crashing against the cliffs. There will be more than 50 tastes and sips from participating local and national restaurants, wineries, breweries, and spirit companies, plus silent auction and live music. Time: 3 to 7 p.m. La Jolla, CA Location: Ellen Browning Scripps Park, La Jolla Cove. Event sells out each year, pre purchase recommended. 0. 233-5008. islanddivine
SANTA BARBARA: Cinco de Mayo, May5-6, 2012. 21st annual celebration at Plaza de la Guerra and Casa de la Guerra in downtown Santa Barbara. Free admission. Time: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily. This year's celebration will be the biggest and best event yet. There will be even more great music, dance, savory food, and a kids corner full of activities. cincodemayosb
SANTA YNEZ: May 4-11 Rancheros Visitdories Ride Santa Ynez, CA
SHERMAN OAKS: Treepeople Green City Fair. Green City Fair, a free family-friendly event bringing together residents from all across Los Angeles to empower them with the knowledge and resources to implement sustainable solutions at home, work and in their community to grow a greener city. Pre-registration is encouraged for the 16 free, interactive workshops offered throughout the day on topics including Rain Gardens for LA, Native Plants for the LA Garden, Fruit Tree Grafting, Energy Upgrade California, Renter DIY Green Living…and many more. In addition to some of LA's best green vendors, Green City Fair offers a full day of fun, family-friendly activities, great food, and entertainment: forest scavenger hunts for the whole family, Upcycling crafts with the reDiscover Center, live music, eco-friendly cooking demonstrations, prizes and giveaways. When: Saturday, May 5, from 10 to 3 p.m Who: Sponsored by TreePeople, an environmental nonprofit that unites the power of trees, people and nature-based solutions to grow a sustainable future for Los Angeles. Further information and workshop registration at treepeople Location: TreePeople's Center for Community Forestry between Beverly Hills and Studio City. There are two ways to get to Green City Fair: By free shuttle service every 15 minutes from Westfield Fashion Square Mall (14006 Riverside Drive, Sherman Oaks, 91423). Look for the TreePeople signs at the ground level parking lot near Woodman Avenue behind Sports Authority. Or, by hiking along beautiful nature trails. From nearby Franklin Canyon Park (2600 Franklin Canyon Dr. Beverly Hills, 90210) parking is The hike is 15-20 min., and is along a paved road (easy to moderate hiking ability). Or from nearby Wilacre Park (3431 Fryman Rd. Studio City, 91604) parking is . The hike is 30 min., along a hilly fire road (moderate hiking ability). Hiking with Heart will lead hikes to TreePeople on the half hour from 9:30-11 a.m. Workshop registration 753-4600, treepeople
STANTON: Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Live entertainment, arts & crafts, vendor fair and refreshments. Time: 2-5 p.m. Stanton Community Services Center, 11822 Santa Paula Street, Stanton, CA. stanton
TAFT: Cinco de Mayo Celebration5th Street Plaza is the scene for Mariachi Music, DJ, Talent Show, Local Food & Craft Vendors, Mexican Beers & Margaritas, Lots of Fun! 2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo on 5th Street Plaza Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. cityoftaft
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