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March
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Wildflowers Bloom in The Desert
- 2/01/06 – 4/30/06 – Depending on rainfall in winter,
the natural beauty of the Anza Borrego Desert State Park is enhanced
by the almost magical appearance of desert wildflowers in the spring.
THE FULL BLOOM IS ONLY FOR TWO TO SIX WEEKS. Visitors Center hours
are 9am-5pm daily from Oct-Jun 1, weekends only in summer. 24 hour
information line: 760-767-4684. Information 760-767-4205. |
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March 1 - 31, 2006 -
CARLSBAD -
Flower Fields Ranunculus
Tours, Every March and April, the Flower Fields at Carlsbad
Ranch blossom into a spectacular sea of brightly colored ranunculus
flowers. Visitors can view and tour the fields in Carlsbad. Open
to the public seven days a week, 9am to 5pm. Interstate 5 to Palomar
Airport Road Exit. Admission fee and guided tours must be arranged
in advance. 760-431-0352.
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Toshiba Senior
Classic Golf Tournament
March 13, 2006 - March 19, 2006
Location: Newport Beach Country Club
Admission: $18-$100
Phone: 949/660-1001
See the top senior PGA players in action on one of Orange County’s most
beautiful courses. |
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Old Town Temecula’s Bluegrass Festival
March 18, 2006 - March 19, 2006
11 a.m. - 5 p.m
Location: Old Town Temecula
Admission: FREE
Phone: 951/694-6412
Bluegrass and acoustic music fans mark their calendars a year in advance for the
best Bluegrass Festival on the West Coast. Enjoy free concerts featuring
nationally-recognized performers, organized jam sessions and daily workshops on
the mandolin, fiddle, guitar and banjo. |
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Sixth Annual Beach Cruiser Meet
March 18, 2006
Location: Main Street Pier, Huntington Beach
Phone: 949/650-1322
If you hauled your board, buddies or babe to the beach in it, then it's a beach
cruiser. Celebrating all beach-cruisin’ vehicles manufactured through 1967, this
is a fun event for the entire family. |
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March 18 -
Catalina Marathon
The Catalina Marathon is one of the most scenic, challenging courses in the
world! Traverse the off-road trails from Two Harbors to the finish in Avalon.
The event also features a 5K, 10K, and Kids Run. The 5K is flat and fast on the
paved road out to Pebbly Beach . The 10K is hilly and challenging but on the
scenic, paved roads surrounding Avalon. |
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California Half Ironman
Triathlon - 3/18/06
– Starts and ends at the Oceanside Pier and expected to draw entrants
from all over. Athletes will compete in the race by swimming 1.2
miles in Oceanside Harbor, bike the 56 miles on Camp Pendleton and
the half-marathon run will be along the coast and finish at the
Oceanside Pier.
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City of Los Angeles Marathon:
Distance 26.2 miles
Date Sunday, March 19, 2006
Start Times: Times are subject to change
Acura L.A. Bike Tour begins at 6:00am
Wheelchair race begins at 8:05am
Hand Crank Wheelchair race begins at 8:18am
Marathon begins at 8:30am
Emerald Nuts 5k Run/Walk begins at 9:30am
Race information:
Phone: (310) 444-5544
Fax: (310) 473-8105
Address: 11110 W. Ohio Ave, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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The Coaster Run
March 26, 2006
7:45 a.m.
Location: Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park
Admission: $15-$25
Phone: 714/821-3620 (SLDC)
Run, walk and ride the Coasters for the kids of the Speech and Lanuage
Development Center. Events include 10K run, 5K run/walk and 1K Kids' walk in
Camp Snoopy. |
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22nd Annual
Spirit Run - March 26, 2006
Race day registration begins at 6:30 a.m.
Fashion Island in Newport Beach
Admission: $15-$28
Phone: 949/222-3131
California's 3rd Largest Youth Race, a 5K/10K road race and walking
event in Newport Beach, attracts over 7,000 participants which includes
2,000 youths under 12 years of age.
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TechEd 2006
11th Annual Technology
in Education International Conference & Tech Exposition
March 26 - 29, 2006
Pasadena Conference Center, Pasadena,
California
Prices: Exhibit Hall: FREE
Full Conference: $215 early bird registration
Registration information: mbreakey@techedevents.org or 916-418-5134
Registration contact: Matson Breakey
TechEd 2006 is the world's leading Technology in Education Conference
and Exposition. Our 11th Annual, this year's conference promises
to be the best ever with over 250 concurrent sessions focusing on
issues related to Technology in the Learning Environment including
eLearning, Accessibility, IT Security, Plagiarism, & Creative Funding
Strategies. Keynotes include David Cavallo of MIT Media Labs, co-creator
of the $100 Laptop Project. Exhibit Hall features over 200 Leading
Technology Companies showcasing real-world solutions to critical
issues facing the Education Community. CEU Credits Available. Hosted
by LAUSD, Chaffey Community College, and DeVry University.
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March 30 - April 1, 2006 -
MONTEREY - 'Toast the Coast.' Join
our celebration of fine wines during the 30th Anniversary
Monterey Wine Festival
in beautiful Monterey, California.
More than just a showcase for great wine, the festival is a major
educational forum for wine connoisseurs as well as members of the
restaurant and foodservice industry. Info: 888-814-WINE.
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Sonoma Valley Film Fest
- Sonoma, CA -
MAR 30-APRIL 3, 2005 - (707) 933-2600
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April
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Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach
April 7, 2006 - April 9, 2006
Location: Long Beach
Phone: 888/827-7333
Experience an exhilarating, 200 mph beach party in its 31st year. Catch the
action as Indy cars race through the seaside community of Long Beach.
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Dances With Films
- Los Angeles, CA -
APRIL 8-14, 2005 - (323) 850-2929
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April 9 - Annual
Rubber Ducky Derby - Catalina Island
Annual fundraising event to support the local children's theatre company.
The derby begins at noon on South Beach . For more information contact Community
Services at (310) 510-1987. |
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Beverly Hills Film Fest —
Los Angeles, CA -
APRIL 13-17, 2005 - (310) 779-1206
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April 14 - 16 -
Roseville -
Placer County Strawberry Festival - Strawberries and
strawberry themed events, contests, games, rides and attractions
at this family festival, in April at Placer County Fairgrounds in
Roseville. Friday 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00
p.m.; Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (877)742-7066.
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April 15 - 16, 2006
- San Diego, California
Ride for
the Heart 1000 and 1500
Sponsored by Ride for the Heart Foundation
Check in begins at 5:00 am at the Holiday Inn, 9335 Kearny Mesa
Rd in San Diego. The rides that will take in some of the best parts
of Southern Nevada, Arizona, Western New Mexico and Southern California.
These are Iron Butt Association qualifying charity rides. Registration
opens on-line December 1, 2005. Pre-Registration fee is $75.00 before
March 15. After March 15 the fee is $125.00. 100% of all rider generated
proceeds benefit heart-related charities. For more information call
(760) 644-2118.
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Lexus Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race
April 18, 2006 - April 20, 2006
Location: Newport Beach
Phone: 949/644-1023
In the yachting world, no other international race attracts more entries. More
than 500 yachts of all sizes, classes and varieties are part of this spectacular
race, which begins off the shores of Newport Beach. |
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Indian Film Fest Of Los Angeles
- Beverly Hills, CA -
APRIL 20-24, 2005 - (310) 364-4403
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April 21 -23, 2006 -
Stockton -
21st Annual Asparagus
Festival - Welcome to the Stockton Asparagus Festival--voted
one of the best food festivals in the West! Food and entertainment
festival celebrating asparagus. In addition to the exciting entertainment,
there are many other wonderful fun activities at the Stockton Asparagus
Festival! Come enjoy all the fun!
Harbor Bay Cruises--new this year!
Celebrity Kitchen
Deep Fried Eating Competition
Got Milk? Gravity Tour
Great Spear-It Run
Hole-In-One Golf Contest
Mayor's Celebrity Spear-Throwing Competition
Spear Its of the Valley- wine and microbrew
Recipe Contest
Skyy Dog ArenaFriday, April 21, 2006 10am - 7pm; Saturday, April
22, 2006 10am - 7pm; Sunday, April 23, 2006 10am - 7pm; Ages 10
and Under: FREE, thanks to Bank of the West; Teens ages 11-17: $5.00
; Adults: $10.00; Seniors: $5.00 Location: El Dorado St..
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San Francisco
Int’l Film Fest - San Francisco, CA
- APRIL 21-MAY 5, 2005 - (415)
561-5000
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April 22 -
Earth Day Celebration - Catalina Island
Celebrate our mother earth in Avalon with various hands-on environmental
friendly activities and displays. For more information please call the Catalina
Island Conservancy's Education Department at (310) 510-0954 or visit.
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27th Annual DAY AT THE DOCKS -
SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2006
9 AM- 5 PM
Location: The Sportfishing Landings in Point Loma -
Harbor Drive and Scott Streets
Port Of San Diego’s Day At The Docks Is The
West Coast’s Largest Public Celebration Of Sportfishing.
The Port of San Diego’s Annual Day at the Docks® is a sportfishing festival with
appeal for the whole family. Celebrating the official start of San Diego’s
spring saltwater season, the fleet of 70 sportfishing boats in Point Loma will
provide the colorful backdrop to the day's events on The Big Bay. From 9 AM to 5
PM, Day at the Docks® will feature casting contests, prizes, boat rides around
the bay, open house aboard fleet vessels, displays of fishing tackle, boats and
art. There are fishing seminars, marine retailers, a stocked fishing area for
children, music, food and entertainment. Admission to the festival is absolutely
free! There is free parking on Shelter Island with free, frequent shuttles to
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17th Annual Southern California Spring
Garden Show
April 26, 2006 - April 30, 2006
Location: South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa
Phone: 714/435-2171
One of the most highly anticipated garden events in the Western United States,
this show features competition gardens, more than 75 unique vendors, seminars
and children's activities.
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32nd Annual Golf Tournament - Presented by Sierra
Pacific Properties
Friday, April 28, 2006
1:00 Shot Gun Start
Location: Diablo Creek Golf Course
4050 Port Chicago Hwy.
Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (925) 685-1181
Fax: (925) 685-5623
Golf Tournament presented by Sierra Pacific Properties. Registration
begins at 11:00 am. Includes Green Fees and Cart, Lunch and Dinner,
Tee Prizes, Trophies & Awards. Shot Gun Start 1:00 pm, followed
by dinner, raffle and auction. Hole in One Prize sponsored by Fitzpatrick
Chevrolet Buick Hummer.
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March of Dimes - Walk America
April 30, 2006
Location: Fashion Island, Newport Beach
Phone: 949/263-1100
Join thousands of walkers in the annual WalkAmerica, the largest fundraising
event of the year for the Orange County March of Dimes. |
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May
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2006 Ramona Rodeo -
5/01/06 – 5/31/06 – One of the
country's top PRCA sanctioned full-scale pro rodeos. Western dances
and specialty western acts. Location: 5th and Aqua, Fred Grand Arena,Ramona.
Exact date to be announced, please check in advance.
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Napa Valley Cinco de Mayo -
May 5 - a parade
and festival held annually in Calistoga.
A great event with food and salsa and mariachi music. A fun family
event. |
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May 5 - 7, 2006 -
PASADENA -
Cinco de Mayo Celebration at the
Rose Bowl. Pasadena's world famous Rose Bowl and the beautiful grounds
ofthe Arroyo Seco, will again, serve as host venue for the Pasadena Cinco de
Mayo Celebration 2006. The 2 1/2 day celebration is scheduled for, Friday,
Saturday and Sunday, May 5th, 6th and 7th respectively. |
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May 6 - 12th Annual
Catalina Island Rugby Festival
Team competition benefiting Avalon High School and the Wellness Community South
Bay Cities . For more information call (800) 448-4050 or visit.
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May 6, 2006 - Jun 18, 2006 - Convict Lake
Spring Trout Derby
Prizes for largest fish between listed dates. On 5/28/2006 Convict Lake Resort
will host a horseshoe tournament and BBQ. Alpers will stock the lake with tagged
fish.
Organizer: Convict Lake Resort
Phone: 760-934-3800. |
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THE
10TH ANNUAL BOONVILLE BEER
FEST
May 6th, 2006 - Anderson Valley
Brewing Company. Food, fun and lots of beer tasting and beer competitions.
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GATOR BY THE BAY -
MAY 13 & 14, 2006 - (10:30 am – 8:00 pm)
San Diego’s 5th Annual Zydeco, Blues & Crawfish
Festival
Location: Spanish Landing Park, adjacent to Harbor Island on San Diego Bay
Festival information: 858-492-8748
Gator By the Bay, San Diego’s 5th Annual Zydeco & Blues Festival will take place
over Mother’s Day weekend, May 13 & 14, 2006. Music, food and fun each day from
10:30 am till 8:00 pm.
This family oriented, 2-day music & food festival features 7 nationally known
Cajun and Zydeco bands, 10 Blues bands and 15 community bands performing on
multiple stages, shaded wooden dance floors, free dance lessons, Cajun and
Creole food, free cooking demonstrations with samples, cultural and music
workshops, Mardi Gras parades, artisan vendors and supervised arts & crafts for
kids.
General Admission tickets are $10; Children 12 and under are admitted free.
Parking is available on Harbor Drive at designated 5 Star Parking lots, with
shuttle to and from the festival. Complete information is available by phone at:
858-492-8748 or on the website: www.GatorByTheBay.com .
Gator By The Bay is sponsored in part by the Port of San Diego, City of San
Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, the County of San Diego, Pacific Nissan,
The Bon Temps Social Club and KSDS Radio. Beneficiaries of the event include
Monarch School, a San Diego based organization which provides an accredited
education to homeless and at-risk kids, San Diego Junior Chamber of Commerce and
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May 13 - 1st Annual
Catalina Island Hoe-Down
An all-island community festival sponsored by the Catalina Island Saddle Club,
Catalina Island Conservancy, and the Catalina Island Museum. The event will be
held from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Middle Ranch, with live music, food,
entertainment, games, booths and more. Bus transportation will be available from
the plaza. Proceeds will help to restore Middle Ranch's historic buildings,
including the original barn and Eagles Nest Lodge... For more information
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30th Annual Pacific Beach
Block Party – 5/20/06 – Free
block party with live music, arts, crafts, children's activity area,
farmers market, health fair, entertainment and food booths. All
proceeds to Pacific Beach organizations and schools. 9am-6pm, Garnet
Avenue, between Ingraham St and Mission Blvd. Date is tentative,
please call in advance. 619-641-5823.
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May 21, 2006 -
CONCORD -
Chocolate Extravaganza
- Stroll through the atrium of a swanky hotel sampling chocolate
from local and national chocolate vendors, such as Main Street Chocolate.
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 45 John Glenn Dr. at Concord Avenue, Concord,
Ca . Schedule: 1–5 p.m. Cost: $25. Primary Phone: (925) 685-1181
Information and tickets.
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May 23, 2006 - May 28, 2006 -
Mule Days in Bishop
Mule Days is a 6 day mule competition. There are also BBQ's, dances, concert,
and a arts and crafts show. The longest running non-motorized parade on Sat.
morning.
Organizer: Julie Bigham - Phone: 760-872-4263
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May 27 - May 28, 2006 -
MORGAN HILL -
27th
Annual Mushroom Mardi Gras. The Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi
Gras is a great family fun-filled festival including arts & crafts,
gourmet food, entertainment, strolling musicians and street performers,
Mardi Gras Parade and Stage Show daily, Munchkinland for the Kids
including rides, games and kids entertainment, Antique Auto Row,
Wine Tent and Beer Garden and much, much more! 10am - 6pm each day,
Free Admission at Downtown Morgan Hill on Monterey between Main
& Dunne Avenues. www.mhmushroommardigras.com Contact: Sunday Minnich,
Event Director at 408-778-1786.
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May 27 - May 28, 2006 -
ARROYO GRANDE -
Annual Strawberry Festival is
a very popular festival. Arts & Crafts. Food & Games. Ten entertainment
areas with continuous entertainment. Strawberry Treats of every
variety. (Hotel reservations recommended during this busy weekend.
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Location: Downtown Arroyo Grande. Admission:
Free. Phone: 805-473-2250.
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June
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20th La Jolla Festival
Of The Arts And Food Faire - 6/01/06
– 6/30/06 – Award winning artists from the United States,
gourmet cuisine, children's area, contemporary music and entertainment.
9am-5pm, UCSD East Campus, 9490 Genesee Ave. Free parking in the
area. Exact date is to be announced, please check in advance. 858-456-1268.
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2006 Temecula Valley Balloon and
Wine Festival - 6/01/06 – 6/30/06
– Food, entertainment, wine-tasting, exhibits, kids' fair. Location:
Lake Skinner. Fri hours: 5pm-10pm, Sat: 6am-10pm & Sun: 6am-6pm.
Balloon launch, 6am, Sat and Sun, (weather permitting). Exact dates
are to be announced, please call in advance. 951-676-5090.
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Sacramento's River City Run: For A Healthy
World
Contact: Kathy Ries: (916) 739-6705 projectcoord@earthdaysac.org
When: Sunday, June 4, 2006 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
How Much: Adult $25, Age 6-16 $15 before May 27 - Includes event shirt
Awards: 1st three M/F in EACH of the 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,
50-59, 60-69, 70 & over age categories. Ceremony 10:30 am
Where: Old Sacramento, Waterfront Park
Corner of Front and L Street
Course is along the Sacramento River and American Rivers!
What: 5 km and 10 km Run/Walk honoring World Environment Day
Why: The River City Run raise funds to support local sustainable living
projects. Join people around the world honoring the beautiful planet that is our
home.
Who: Everyone benefits! Runners and walkers, friends and families all welcome!
Friends and family of runners can enjoy the entertainment and
information booths at the finish line Celebration.
Run/walk and finish line Celebration Highlights:
* Start and finish in Old Sacramento
* Run or walk along Sacramento's two beautiful rivers
* 10K runners and walkers travel through part of the American River
Parkway!
* Event t-shirts 100% organic cotton, and more. . .
* FREE music along the route and at the finish line Celebration!
* FREE food, fruit, snacks and water for runners and walkers
Finish line Celebration open to everyone features:
* FREE music, entertainment, educational booths and exhibits
* FREE hands-on activities for all ages
* FREE valet bike parking
* Benefits sustainable living projects in Sacramento!
* Registration: Online at www.rivercityrun.org
The River City Run benefits sustainable living programs. A sustainable
Sacramento is vital for the community's future as a desirable, safe and
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2006 Rock 'n Roll Marathon
– 6/04/06 – This 26.2 mile block
party features a scenic course, live music and cheer squads at every
mile, an unparalleled post-race party and a headliner concert.
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San Diego County Fair 2006 -
6/10/06 – 7/04/06
– The 2006 San Diego County Fair will have as it's theme, "Ride
the Tide to Fun at the San Diego County Fair". The annual county
fair features a midway, exhibits, carnival rides for all ages, flower
and garden shows, art in all media, gem & minerals, hobbies.
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Jun 16, 2006 - Jun 18, 2006 -
Mammoth Lakes Motorshow
Located at the Sierra Nevada Rodeway Inn Pavilion lot.
Free to walk in. Fri - 12:00 - 8:00 pm. Sat. - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. Sun - 9:00 am
- 3:00 pm. Classic hot rods, live entertainment, vendors, food, poker run and
show n shine. Fun for the whole family.
Organizer: Sierra Nevada Rodeway Inn / Paul Payne
Phone: 760-934-2515
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June 16 - 18th, 2006- Sun Country
Marine presents "The
Pismo Beach Classic" a 3 -day fun filled event -Held in
beautiful Pismo Beach, California - Pier-side & throughout downtown
Pismo Beach. Central California's finest
seaside classic & street rod car show. This show has been presented
for now its 21st year draws in excess of 100,000 spectators, with
hundreds of classic restorations and street rods. A 3- Day Classic
Car & Street Rod event held Friday, June 16 through Sunday June
18, 2006. Featured events are a Car Show & Shine, "Cruise Night"
when hundreds of cars parade for thousands of spectators who line
the streets, Live Entertainment, The Hot Rod Bar and Grill" located
pier-side and provides the venue for the outstanding live entertainment,
great food and drink, BBQ, Poker Run, Awards and More!!
Don't miss out contact Just Cruzin Productions at (866) 450 - 7469;
email pamb@thepismobeachclassic.com.
Registration forms are available on our website, by phone, fax or
email. No admission charge for spectators to the show.
Hours: Friday / Saturday 9 am- 10 PM, Sunday 9am - 5pm
Pre-registration through May 15, 2006 $50.00
Pre- Registration May 16, 2006 through June 15, 2006 $60.00
Weekend of show registration $75.00
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Jun 23, 2006 - Jun 25, 2006 -
Mammoth Lakes Mean Mountain Run Motorcycle
Festival
Located at the Sierra Nevada Rodeway Inn Pavilion Lot.
Free to walk in. Fri - 12:00 - 8:00 pm. Sat. - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. Sun - 9:00 am
-3:00 pm. Motorcycle rally, live entertainment, vendors, poker run, stunt shows,
ride n show, food and fun for the whole family.
Organizer: Sierra Nevada Rodeway Inn / Paul Payne
Phone: 760-934-2515
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Jul 1, 2006 - Jul 4, 2006 - Old West Days
Arts & Crafts Show
Arts and Crafts Show with fine art, photography, stained glass, bronzes,
pottery, metal sculpture & more!
Located on the corner of Main St (Hwy 203) and Old Mammoth Rd. Free admission.
9:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Organizer: Gallery in the Pines / Patty Van Dolson
Phone: 540-576-1740
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4th of July Parade -
Catalina Island - Fireworks Display, Dinner
at the Casino Ballroom.
Join island residents for the golf cart parade down Crescent Avenue starting at
1:00 PM. Enjoy a BBQ buffet dinner and music of the USC Marching Band in the
Casino Ballroom plus a magnificent fireworks display over Avalon Bay with
viewing from the balcony. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510-1520. |
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JAZZ CAMP 2006
Where: Nevada City, CA
When: Wed. July 12- Sun. July 16
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
For: All ages, all instruments and voice
Cost: $350 - includes daily lunch
To Register online:
Information: (530) 273-5489 |
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Jul 14, 2006 - Jul 16, 2006 -
Mammoth Classic Tennis Tournament
Located at Snowcreek Athletic Club. Fee is $40-$55. NTRP 3.0-5.0 and one age
group event 50+. Additional information on website
Organizer: Snowcreek Athletic Club
Phone: 760-934-8511 |
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50th Annual US Open Sandcastle
Competition - 7/21/06 – 7/23/06
– Saturday events include parade at 10am and children's sandcastle
contest at 2pm with a fireworks display at dusk. US Open Sandcastle
competition is Sunday morning, with awards following the contest.
Imperial Beach Pier. 619-424-6663.
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2006 Acura Classic -
7/29/06 – 8/06/06 – A Women's Tennis
Association Tour event featuring famed tennis players: Maria Sharapova,
Serena Williams, and Lindsay Davenport. La
Costa Resort and Spa, Carlsbad. Tickets: 760-438-5683.
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August
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Annual World Body Surfing
Championships - 8/01/06 – 8/31/06
– International and U.S.bodysurfers, equipped with swim fins, ride
and perform on ocean waves on a weekend in August. Open to all ages
12 and up. Free viewing, Oceanside Pier and Beach,7am-6pm.
Exact dates to be announced please
check in advance.
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Aug 4, 2006 - Aug 6, 2006 -
Mammoth Lakes Fine Arts Festival
Kittredge Sports hosts 40 fine artists selling their paintings, jewelry,
ceramics and much more.
Friday 10-6, Sat. 10-6 and Sun 10-5. Free.
Organizer: Pacific Fine Arts
Phone: 209-296-1195
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Aug 4, 2006 - Aug 5, 2006
- Bluesapalooza & Festival of Beers
Organizer: Mammoth Mountain Music
Phone: 760-934-0606
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Aug 6, 2006 - Ghost
Town Marathon
Location is Bodie Ghost Town. Early Bird start at 8:30 am. 5k/10k $20.00, $25.00
on event day. 1/2 & Full $40.00, $45.00 on event day. Dirt roads, no asphalt,
elevation 8,300 ft. Very dry and moderate, 65-70 degrees during the day. Hilly
no major grades. Awards for all.
Organizer: Sky High
Phone: 510-223-5778
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Aug 6, 2006 - Aug 12, 2006 -
Sierra Summer Festival
Organizer: Sierra Summer Festival / Vic Guder
Phone: 760-924-3650
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August 12, 2006 -
14th Annual Winemakers' Celebration
Over 40 Monterey County wineries will pour new releases and special
wines in Monterey's historic Custom House Plaza. This outdoor festival
showcases the best of Monterey and also features educational seminars,
barrel building, live music and silent auction.
For More Info:
831.375.9400
Contact: Tamara Gunnerson / events@montereywines.org
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August 12 - 13, 2006
- Big Bear City -
Big Bear City
Renaissance Faire. 'We invite you to experience the beautiful
San Bernardino Mountains. Come and enjoy our clear blue skies, cool
nights and lovely scenery. We hope you will come up for the weekend
and enjoy our piece of heaven in the exciting atmosphere of a 16th
Century Renaissance Country Faire.
Featuring:
Queen Elizabeth's Royal Court, Knights Jousting on Horseback, Archery
Tournament, Live Steel Battle, Living History Encampments & Demonstrations,
Ethnic Food & Drink, Belly Dancers, Jugglers, Musicians & Singers,
Midsummer Fairy Forest Children's Area, Featuring our Special Guest
Entertainers the Poxy Boggards".
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Aug 16, 2006 - Aug 20, 2006 -
Mammoth Open Tennis Tournament
Located at Snowcreek Athletic Club. Tennis Tournament with nightly player
parties NTRP divisions. Additional information on website.
Organizer: Snowcreek Athletic Club
Phone: 760-934-8511 |
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America's Finest City Half Marathon
– 8/20/06 – The race begins
at 7am at the Cabrillo National Monument, follows scenic San Diego
Bay, winds through downtown San Diego and ends in beautiful Balboa
Park. 760-692-2900.
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September
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Sep 1, 2006 - Sep 4, 2006 -
Eastern Sierra Tri-County Fair
Organizer: Tri-County Fairgrounds
Phone: 760-873-3588
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Annual Julian Fall Apple Harvest
- 2006 - 9/15/06 – 11/15/06
– Enjoy autumn foliage, arts shows, entertainment and seasonal foods,
such as apple pie and cider, in the scenic mining town of Julian.
Special events on weekends. 760-765-1857.
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26th
Annual Orange County Heart Walk
When: Sunday - September 10, 2006
Where: Irvine Spectrum Center At the intersection of Fortune & Gateway
Cost: There is no registration fee, however individuals are encouraged to raise
$150 or more per person. Corporate sponsorships are also available upon request.
Event Description: Celebrating our 26th anniversary, the Heart Walk is the
Orange County American Heart Association’s fastest growing fundraising event.
Our 2006 event anticipates more than 7,000 event-day participants representing
more than 200 local corporations and organizations including McCarthy, Parker
Hannifin, ADP, Option One Mortgage, Bank of America, most Orange County
hospitals and many others. Our goal is to bring in an estimated $1,000,000 this
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Thunderboat Regatta
(Hydroplane Races) - 9/15/06 – 9/17/06
– Features Thunderboats (world's fastest boats), hydroplanes, tunnel
hulls, unlimited lights, drag boats and other racing classes. Specialty
vendors, food and entertainment. Mission Bay, gates open 7am, races
8am-5pm. Fireworks following races. (619) 225-9160.
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September 15, 16, 17, 2006
Ports O' Call Village, on LA's Waterfront
in San Pedro
The World's Largest Lobster
Festival featuring San Pedro Fish
Market's World's Largest Lobster Cooker. Come for the feast, stay
for the fun. Enjoy our famous discount Maine Lobster meals and spend
the day outdoors enjoying shopping, rides, games and fantastic music.
Kids under 12 admitted free. Beer and wine served. Don't miss Saturday's
wild and wacky LobsterDog Pet Parade. One of California's great
festivals, there's nothing quite like anywhere else! Sponsored by
the Port of Los Angeles.
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Sept. 16-17 -
48th Annual Catalina Island Festival of Art
Artists from all over the country exhibit and sell their works of fine art,
sculpture, fine crafts & photography. Catalina Art Association (310) 510-0808.
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Sept. 17-19 - 14th Annual Catalina
Classic Marlin Tournament
Striped marlin-fishing tournament limited to 110 teams. Check in Sunday, fishing
Monday & Tuesday. Awards banquet following at the Casino Ballroom - $50,000 1 st
place prize. For information call (714) 258-0445.
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5th Annual San Diego Film Festival
- 9/20/06 – 9/24/06 – The San
Diego Film Festival is proud to announce its annual celebration
of film, showcasing the best in American and International full-length
features and documentaries and short films. Features Q & A sessions
with the directors, workshops and panel discussions, guest appearances
by film and video artists, and more. Location: Gaslamp Quarter,
downtown San Diego. 619-582-2368.
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Sept. 23 - 11th Annual Catalina Wine
Festival
A wine tasting festival including hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment, and a
silent auction. Sponsored by the Catalina Island Women's Forum. Funds raised are
for charity and support of CIWF programs. For reservations call (310) 510-1520.
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Sep 30, 2006 -
Oktoberfest at the Village at Mammoth
Located at the Village at Mammoth. Oompah music, dancing, food and of course
kegs of beer.
Organizer: The Village at Mammoth
Phone: 760-924-1575
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October
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Oct 1, 2006 - Crowley Lake 10k
/ 5k Trail Run
Fundraiser for the Eastern Sierra Wildlife Care.
Location is the Crowley Lake Marina. 8:30 am.
Cost: $20.00. Kids 1k - $12.00
Post race picnic, Free raffle. Great prizes.
Organizer: Dave Titus
Phone: 760-935-4455
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10/6-10/8, 10/13-10/15, 10/20-10/22 -
Catalina Island Jazz Trax Festival 2006
The 20th Annual Jazz Trax Festival is a three-day, three-weekend event that
takes place in the legendary Casino Ballroom. This is the west coast's premiere
smooth jazz festival featuring the newest and best in smooth jazz. Ticket Info
Line 866-TRAXTIX. |
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Marine Corps Air Station
Miramar Air Show - 10/13/06 – 10/15/06
– Aviation expo featuring the Blue Angels, a consumer aviation fair
with static displays and exciting aviation performances. Fri,Sat
& Sun: 9am-4pm, with twilight show on Sat only from 5:30-8:30pm.
Admission & parking: free. This event is part of the Fleet.
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United
Nations Association Film Festival -
Stanford, California -
October 19-23, 2005 - (650) 725-0012
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November
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November 4 -
Catalina Island Triathlon
Features a half-mile swim in the calm waters of Avalon Bay, a challenging 16K
three-loop cycle course around Mt. Ada and a 5K run course out past the golf
course. Call Pacific Sports (714) 978-1528.
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Carlsbad Spring Village Faire
– 11/05/06
– Largest one-day street fair in California, features 800+
exhibitors, international food and live entertainment, 8am-4pm.
Grand Ave, downtown Carlsbad. 760-945-9288.
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The
Calabasas Classic is a running race showcasing beautiful
Calabasas Park. The day will include
a 5k and 10k race and a 1 mile Family Fun Run, along with a pre
and post race expo featuring many local businesses. Our event is
USAT&F certified and sanctioned and we have awesome goodie bags
which include a $20 HeadSweats Race hat and participant medal.
This will be held on Saturday, November
11, 2006 starting from the Calabasas Library.
We hope you will join us in what promises to become a premier event
in the west valley for many years.
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