Saturday, September 15, 2012

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ANTIOCH: Delta Blues Festival: held in the Delta region of California, the type of place where blues are great. It will be held in Antioch, CA. deltabluesfestival more blues festivals | Region: Bay Area

ANTIOCH: Billetproof Nor Cal. One-of-a-kind event for those who build your own traditional style rods and customs on a limited budget. NO billet-clad, digital gauge, pastel graphic, named after a fifties song trailer queens live bands, etc. Event includes the sickest 64 and prior do-it-yourself traditional rods, kustoms and motorcycles on the planet. Limiting attendance to 1000 vehicles, so register early! Indoor vendor and artist booths, Swap, Meet Pinstripe panel jam, Live bands playing throughout the day, and free Delta Blues Festival in downtown Antioch on Sat. Night. Location: Antioch Fairgrounds, 1201 West Tenth St., Antioch, California. Time: 9 a.m. public. billetproof Prices, subject to change: general admission, Free for kids under 13 and police & fire with proper ID. Car registration is 0. | Region: Bay Area

ARCADIA: St. Anthony Greek Festival September 14-16, 2012 Fri 5-10 pm, Sat 12-10 p.m., Sun 12-9 p.m. Santa Anita Racetrack 285 W Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 , 12 and under free pasadenagreekfest , 449-6943 | Category: Greek | Region: Los Angeles

ARCATA: North Country Fair, September 15-16, 2012. Same Old People - 822-5320. Event hours 9am-6pm Streets Re-Opened Sunday at 11pm Street Closures: Plaza, G & H from 7th to 10th, 8th & 9th from F to I Streets and I Street between 8th and 9th, cityofarcata

BERKELEY: Old Time Music Convention September 12-16, 2012. Downtown The Berkeley Old Time Music Convention is a five day music festival featuring performances by local and national acts, a square dance, open cabaret, jamming, concerts, and stringband contest in venues throughout Berkeley. Location: Various Berkeley Venues: Downtown, West Berkeley, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 90474 (510) 848-5108. berkeleyoldtimemusic | Region: Bay Area

BIG BEAR LAKE: Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest September 15-October 27, 2012 (weekends): features America's highest elevation biergarten; authentic German food, music, and dance groups; activities, including America's only stein-holding contests; and a fun zone for children and families. 585-3000 bigbearevents | Region: Inland Empire

BIG BEAR LAKE: Film Festival Sept. 13-16, 2012. Performing Arts Center (PAC) 39707 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 866-4970 .50 - . bigbearlakefilmfestival | Region: Inland Empire

CARMEL Oktoberfest, September September 15-16, 2012. Modeled after the Munich event. Time: Noon - 6pm Tickets 5. Lo0cation: The Barnyard, 3618 The Barnyard, Carmel, CA 831-624-8886 | Region: Central Coast oktoberfestmontereybay | Region: Central Coast

CARSON: Constitution Day - Go back to 1787 and become a delegate at The Constitutional Convention where you will read from cards the actual arguments that almost tore this country apart than pulled it together (non-readers may join in as spectators in this highly interactive presentation)....the convention will be presided and guided by Dr. Benjamin Franklin and Mr. James Madison and it is a fun-fact filled way to learn about how are country became...a country. You'll also get a guided tour of the museum's outstanding collection of "operating" antique printing presses and be able to print out your own Declaration of Independence as well as The Bill of Rights. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. All Day activities "Constitutional Convention" performances 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. @The International Printing Museum 315 W. Torrance Blvd, Carson, CA 90745 Reservations for performances advised due to limited seating. Material is suitable for 5th Grade reading level & up. Admission: /Adults / Students & Seniors Reservations and additional info @310-515-7166, printmuseum /constitution

CORONADO: Art Walk September 15-16. Paintings, photography, ceramics, hand-crafted jewelry and other mediums. Admission is free and a complimentary shuttle transports guests along Orange Avenue, with a stop at the popular Art-in-the-Park in Spreckels Park. Location: Coronado Ferry Landing, Coronado, CA. coronadoartwalk | Region: San Diego

CRESTON: Creston Classic Rodeo September 14- 16, 2012 Creston, CA The 17th Creston Classic Rodeo attracts cowboys and cowgirls from all over California as it has since 1996. It is community organized and staffed, and represents the heart & soul-- the tradition of the hard working pioneers that founded Creston. Friday Jackpot Team Roping, Saturday Rodeo Events, Sunday Rodeo Events & Cowboy Church. 239-1676. crestonclassicrodeo

ENCINITAS: Wavecrest Woodie Meet. There are around 300 woodies of every size, shape, description on display. Throughout the day there is Hawaiian and surf music performed live, along with fabulous raffle prizes and awards for the best of the best. Wavecrest merchandise and food will be available at the event. Time: 8 a.m. Location: Moonlight Beach at the end of Encinitas Blvd in Encinitas, CA. sandiegowoodies | Region: San Diego County

FAIR OAKS: Fair Oaks Chicken Festival | Region: Gold Country

HOLLISTER: Northern California Renaissance Faire September 15 - October 14, 2012 (Saturdays & Sundays). Step back to an authentic Elizabethan Renaissance village nestled in the shaded glen of Hollister. English Ales, foods, entertainment and authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to life. Alhtages welcome! Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celtic Rock Series starts at 6 p.m. and is free with admission on Saturdays. Cost - subject to change: 5; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: 5; Pass for full event 50 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. 847-FAIR. norcalrenfaire | Region: Central Valley

LODI: Lodi Grape Festival & Harvest Fair, September 13-16, 2012. Be sure to see the ever popular Grape Stomp Competition. Admission: TBD. Location: 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA. grapefestival | Region: Central Valley

LOS ANGELES: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night, play. National Theatre Live broadcast at UCLA's James Bridges Theater presented by L.A. Theatre Works and the James Bridges Theater. Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: James Bridges Theater UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television, 235 Charles E. Young Drive, Los Angeles, CA. Ticket: . 827-0889 or atw | Region: Los Angeles

LOTUS - American River Festival, Sept. 14-16. americanrivermusic

MORRO BAY: Avocado & Margarita Festival, September 15 & 16, 2012. Sample guacamole till you see green. Across from Roses' on the Embarcadero from 11am to 6pm Saturday, 11am to 3pm Sunday. Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce 772-4467. avomargfest | Region: Central Coast

POMONA: Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: . Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair | Region: Los Angeles County

SAN BERNARDINO: 23rd Annual Route 66 Rendezvous, September 13-16, 2012. Held in the 35 blocks of downtown San Bernardino the event attracts over 500,000 people to see 1,700 classics, customs, trucks, muscle cars and Corvettes. Enjoy great food, live music and entertainment, activities for the kids in Meadowbrook Park, rides, BMX Stunt Show, and Movies in the Park. Experience the contests such as the Neon Light (car participants compete to see who has the most creative and decorative neon lights at a night cruise) , Poker Run, Open Header (contestants aim for the highest decibel reading,) Run with the Cops, and Model Car. Time: Thurs. & Fri. 6-10 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. route-66 Location: San Bernardino, Calif . route-66 | Region: Inland Empire

SAN PEDRO: Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival September 14-16, 2012. Ports O' Village with parking at 22nd & Sampson Way -parking lot / free shuttle, free parking San Pedro, CA. general admission (may change) lobsterfest /tickets) | Region: Los Angeles

SOLVANG: Danish Days, September 14-16, 2012. Event includes Authentic Foods, Music, Folk Dancing & Three Parades plus Living History Exhibits Location: Downtown Solvang. solvangusa | Region: Central Coast

UKIAH: Fabulous Flashback Car Show, September 14-16, 2012. Pre-1973 stock and modified vehicles. 5 pre-registration includes Dash Plaque, Participant Gift and Poker Run Hand. Free to Friday Open House and the Friday Night Bash. Saturday show-- classic cars line the streets of historic downtown Ukiah. The event also includes a pancake breakfast, car parts Swap Meet and Farmer's Market. At the conclusion of the show, more than 70 winning vehicles parade down School Street towards the announcer's stand where they are presented with their trophy by Miss Mendocino. Participants have the option to attend the evening BBQ. Sunday- Cruise through Ukiah Valley during the Poker Run, drawing a card at each designated stop along the way. Poker Run awards and raffle prizes are presented at the final destination. earlyironofukiah | Region: North Coast

VACAVILLE: Vaca Jazz Festival September 14-16, 2012 vacajazzsociety | Region: Central Valley

YUCCA VALLEY: Starry Nights Festival. Celebrate the exceptional sunny days and starry nights at Yucca Valley's 16th annual Starry Nights Festival. This event includes astronomers, a reception and evening of stargazing. Astronomy Lectures in the Yucca Room at the Community Center, 1-7 p.m. Twilight Reception in the Yucca Room, 7-8 p.m. Stargazing at the Yucca Valley Community Center Complex, 8 -10 p.m. Presented by the Southern California Desert Video Astronomers Admission to the festival is free thanks to the generous support of the Andromeda Society. yucca-valley | Region: Desert

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