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Raisin Festival
Date: April 30-May 4, 2008
Times: varies
Address: Downtown San Carlos
600 to 700 blocks of Laurel Street in San Carlos, CA
Email address:
Phone/Fax Number: (559) 891-2235
URL: http://www.cityofselma.com/chamber/calendar.htm
Description from the publicists: "Carnival, Food & Craft Booths, Art, Baking, Floriculture, Photography and Poetry Competitions"
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Norway Day Festival
Date: May 3-4, 2008
Times: varies
Address:Fort Mason San Francisco, CA
Email address:
Phone/Fax Number: (415) 342-0698
URL: http://www.norwayday.org/nd/
Description from the publicists: "The 16th Annual Norway Day Festival is around the corner. We are excited to present you many new events and entertainers this year. In addition to a fantastic day time schedule we are also excited to present the evening events. Friday night we kick off the weekend with a concert by Arve Tellefsen. On Saturday the four visiting chefs will dazzle guests with their delicious dinner. Space for the evening events are limited so make sure you buy your tickets today."
Vendors: http://www.norwayday.org/nd/2006/11/contact-us.html
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Endangered Species Faire
Date: May 3, 2008
Times: 10 AM - 4:30 PM
Address: The Nature Center at Bidwell Park Chico, CA
Email address: marym @ becnet.org
Phone/Fax Number: (530) 891-6424
URL: http://www.endangeredspeciesfaire.org/
Description from the publicists: "Since 1979, the Endangered Species Faire has commemorated Earth Day with a full-day of exhibits, activities, presentations and entertainment. Between 6,000 and 10,000 individuals of all ages visit and participate in Northern California's oldest annual environmental fair held at Cedar Grove in Bidwell Park. The Faire is designed to give local school classrooms, government agencies, environmental organizations and community groups a public forum to present information on ecology, wildlife and a host of environmental issues."
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Windsor Day Parade and Foggy Mountain Bluegrass
Date: May 3, 2008
Times: 10 AM - 6:00 PM
Address: Windsor, CA
Email address:
Phone/Fax Number: (707) 838-7285
URL:http://www.windsorchamber.com/calendar/event.nhtml?profile=calendar&UID=10117&date=20080503
Description from the VIA Online: "Floats, bands, and equestrian groups parade to the town green where the celebration continues with more than 50 craft and food booths, kids' games, and a big show of classic and antique cars. The parade starts at the high school and runs along Windsor River Road to the town green.."
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Annual San Carlos Fine Arts & Crafts Festival
Date: May 2-4, 2008
Times: starts at 10 am
Address: Downtown San Carlos
600 to 700 blocks of Laurel Street in San Carlos, CA
Email address:
Phone/Fax Number:
Description from the publicists: "Downtown San Carlos gets artsy as it presents the 8th annual Sidewalk Festival June 17-19 beginning at 10 a.m. The free events, sponsored by the San Carlos Chamber of Commerce takes places along the 600 and 700 blocks of Laurel Street. More than 70 award-winning artists will be displaying their watercolors, handcrafted jewelry, photographs, sculptures, reversible dolls and much more. For the kids, doll maker Beth Kappas will be telling stories and using her dolls as props. This is going to be a family-affair, so don’t miss out. "
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Great Petaluma Chili Cook-off, Salsa, and Beer Tasting
Date: Moved to May 9, 2009
Time: check web site
Address: Behren’s Park, Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds
Petaluma, CA
Email: mailto:Empress@greatchilicookoff.com
Phone: 707-763-8920 for tickets
URL: http://www.greatchilicookoff.com/
Description: If the chili isn’t hot enough at this event you can spice it up more with salsas. If your taste buds need cooling-off, try a beer from one of the fourteen breweries planning to attend.
Directions from their site: http://sundayusa.com/chilicookoff/map.html
Vendors: Registration form click here. Chili Cook-off application click here.
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Whole Earth Festival
Date: May 9-11, 2008
Times: varies
Address: UC Davis Campus (Main Quad)
Davis, CA
Email address:visit website
Phone/Fax Number: visit website
Description from their website: "The Grand Parade at 10:00 will start at 5th & Mitchell, Gold Rush car show all day, chili cook-off, crafts shows, Spring fling and much more make up this festive annual celebration."
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Boonville Beer Festival
Date: May 10, 2008
Times: varies
Address: Mendocino County Fairgrounds
Highway 128 Boonville, CA
Email address:http://www.avbc.com/contact/contact.html
Phone/Fax Number: http://www.avbc.com/contact/contact.html
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Backyard Bird and Butterfly Festival
Date: May 10, 2008
Times: 10 am - 4 pm
Address: Coyote Hills, Fremont
Phone Number: 510) 795-9385
Description from the website: "Join us for the 8th annual Butterfly Festival, dedicated to increasing the numbers and species of butterflies in Bay Area landscapes. The festival offers a day of adventure and learning that allows you to get close to the "flying jewels" of nature. Learn how to bring your backyard to life by creating wildlife-friendly habitat! Enjoy wildflower walks, garden tours, face painting, and educational speakers. The highlight of the afternoon is the Monarch butterfly release. Informationt. "
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Feather Fiesta Days
Date: May 10, 2008
Times: 10 AM - 6:00 PM
Address: 1789 Montgomery Street Oroville, Ca 95965
Email address: info@orovillechamber.net
Phone/Fax Number: 530-538-2542
URL: http://www.orovilleareachamber.com/
Description from their website: "The Grand Parade at 10:00 will start at 5th & Mitchell, Gold Rush car show all day, chili cook-off, crafts shows, Spring fling and much more make up this festive annual celebration."
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The Annual Castroville Artichoke Festival
Date: May 17-18, 2008
Time: Saturday 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday 9 am to 5 pm
Address: Merritt Street
Castroville, CA
Email: mailto:info@artichoke-festival.org
Phone: 831-633-2465
URL: http://www.artichoke-festival.org/index.html
Description: This festival celebrates the importance of artichokes to Castroville, and you will find it fried, sautéed, grilled, pickled, and creamed. Artichokes aren’t the only thing being shown off at this two-day event, you’ll see a classic car show, a parade on Sunday, musical entertainment, and fun for the entire family.
Directions: http://www.artichoke-festival.org/directions.html
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The California Strawberry Festival
Date: May 17-18, 2008
Time: 10:00 am to 6:30 pm each day
Address: Strawberry Meadows of College Park
3250 South Rose Avenue
Oxnard, California
Email: csf@strawberry-fest.org
Phone: 888-288-9242
URL: http://www.strawberry-fest.org/
Description from their site: “The California Strawberry Festival kicks off summer fun the weekend of May 14 & 15, 2005 at the picturesque Strawberry Meadows of College Park in Oxnard – California's Strawberry Coast.”
VENDORS: Commercial email: cneary2@aol.com;
Arts/Crafts email: pfa@pacificfinearts.com
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Native Sons of the Golden West Annual BeerFest
Date: May 17, 2008
Times: 10 AM - 6:00 PM
Address: Riverbend Park Montgomery St at Hwy 70 (1 Salmon Run)
Oroville, CA 95965
Email address:kandmfowler@comcast.net
Phone/Fax Number: 530-693-1267
URL: http://www.orovilleareachamber.com/
Description from their website: "The Grand Parade at 10:00 will start at 5th & Mitchell, Gold Rush car show all day, chili cook-off, crafts shows, Spring fling and much more make up this festive annual celebration."
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The NoHo Theatre & Arts Festival
Date: Discontinued
Time: 11:00 am to 8:00 pm each day
Address: Lankershim Blvd. between Magnolia and Camarillo
North Hollywood, California
Email: lisa@nohoartsdistrict.com
Phone: 818-501-7113
URL: http://www.nohofest.com/2006/Home.htm
Description from the organizers: “The NoHO Theatre & Arts Festival
is the largest and longest-running Theatre & Arts festival in California featuring live theatre, music, dance, fine arts, crafts and foods from around the world! The Festival is FREE to the public and will feature the following exciting venues:
-Free live theatre performances - comedies, improvisations, dramas and musicals performed by the top theatre companies - Fine arts exhibits from some of Southern California’s most talented visual artists - Music from around the world· -Eclectic arts and crafts marketplace - Dance showcases from L.A.’s top studios - Kids Kourt – a visual and performing arts playground for all ages - A myriad of international cuisine to satisfy all palates.”
VENDORS:
Vendor/Artist Coordinator: Lisa Bianconi
lisa@nohoartsdistrict.com
818.501.7113
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Old Town Temecula Western Days
Date: May 17-18, 2008
Time: 11 am to 5 pm
Address: Old Town Temecula, various locations
Phone: 951-694-6412
URL: www.temeculacalifornia.com/
Description: The event will feature gold panning and civil war exhibits, western and gunfighting skits, music, family fun, and more.
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Hughson Fruit and Nut Festival
Date: May 17-18, 2008
Times: varies
Address:Hughson, CA
Email address: apryl@hughsonchamber.com
Phone/Fax Number: 209.883.2800 (Hughson Chamber of Commerce)
URL: http://www.hughsonchamber.com/f&nf/f&n-main1.htm
Description: Parade, carnival, car show also fruis and nuts of course
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Mule Days Celebration
Date: May 24-26, 2008
Time: various times
Address: Bishop, CA
Email: mailto:muledays@qnet.com
Phone: 760-872-4263
Description from their site: “Our event takes place Memorial Day Weekend each year. Approximately 700 mules will compete in 169 events, during the nation’s premier mule show. Bob Tallman and Bob Feist will take the microphone, educate and entertain crowds that have grown in excess of 30,000 fans.
The country stars appear at our concert on Thursday night. The country’s longest running non-motorized parade takes place Saturday morning at 10:00 right down Main St. in Bishop. Mule shows begin on Tuesday and end Sunday night. The eleven mule shows consist of: western, youth, English, cattle working, gaited, coon jumping, racing, musical tires, gymkhana, packing, shoeing, chariot racing, and driving. There are barbecues, country dances and an arts & crafts show. All taking place at the foot of the beautiful Eastern Sierra.”
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Fiesta Days
Date: May 22-26, 2008
Time: Times Vary
Address: Andrews Park/CreekWalk
near Vacaville’s Historic Downtown District –
Fiesta Days Parade along Merchant St.
PH: 707-448-4613
E-mail: fiestadays@sbcglobal.net
URL: http://fiestadays.com/
Description: Annual Fiesta Days celebrates Vacaville’s Spanish and Mexican heritage. Come out and enjoy the Fiesta Days Parade, the largest parade held in the state of California. Family-fun carnival Thur-Sun at Andrews Park, Annual Classic Car Show, the Whiskerino Contest, Diaper Derby, Annual Dart Tournament, and the hottest contest around, the Onion and Jalapeno Pepper Eating Contest – Watch out, the traditional Jailhouse is back and looking for customers! Musical entertainment Thur-Sun at the CreekWalk.
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The 21st annual California Festival of Beers
Date: May 24, 2008
Time: check web site
Address: Avila Beach Resort
Avila Beach California
URL:http://www.hospiceslo.org/beerfest/index.htm
Description: The 21st annual California Festival of Beers May 26, 2007 at Avila Beach Resort, Avila Beach California benefiting Hospice of San Luis Obispo County. Features over 50 brewers and over 100 of their finest microbrewed creations. Admission includes souvenir beer glass and unlimited (but responsible) samples of offerings. Enjoy some of California's most beautiful settings while listening to the sounds of the featured bands. $40 before May7, $45 after. DD $10
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The Cajun, Creole Music Festival (Simi Valley)
Date: May 24-25, 2008
Time: Saturday 11 am to 8 pm and Sunday 11 am to 7 pm
Address: Rancho Santa Susana Park
5005-C Los Angeles Ave.
Simi Valley, CA
URL:The Cajun, Creole Music Festival
Description: Cajun music, dancing, food, and fun at this free event at Rancho Santa Susana Park in Simi Valley. Visit their web site for more information (details still pending at this publishing).
Vendor information: vendors@simicajun.org
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Cherry Festival
Date: May 31. 2008
Address: San Leandro, CA
Email: n/a
Phone: n/a
URL: http://www.ci.san-leandro.ca.us/cherryfest.html
Description: The Cherry Festival is a San Leandro tradition.
Vendor information: http://www.ci.san-leandro.ca.us/cherryfest/FoodApp.pdf
http://www.ci.san-leandro.ca.us/cherryfest/ArtsCraftsApp.pdf
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