Events Calendar

July/August

Events Calendar

Escondido

Independence Day Celebration

Friday, July 4

Grape Day Park. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket and head to Grape Day Park for a fun-filled, star-spangled celebration!

Enjoy a variety of free entertainment, including musical performances, magicians, baton twirlers, children’s arts projects, old-fashioned contests and, of course, fireworks. A variety of refreshments will be available for purchase.

Please note: BBQs, alcohol, pets, and tall chairs should not be brought to the park.

Cruisin’ Grand

Every Friday night through September, 5 - 9 P.M.

Downtown Escondido on Grand Avenue. Join over 400 pre-1974 American-made hot rods, custom, vintage, classic cars and trucks as they begin the six-month Friday night cruise down Grand Ave in Historic Downtown Escondido, just off old historic Hwy. 395 (the Escondido Boulevard business loop). See one of the best gatherings of classic cars in the country, from works-in-progress to priceless, museum-quality vehicles.

2nd Saturday Artwalk

Second Saturday of each month, 5 - 8 P.M.

Downtown Escondido. Galleries, artist studios and museums keep their doors open late and host receptions, wine tastings and live music.

Contact the Downtown Business Association of Escondido for more information: http://www.downtownescondido.com

Free Summer Movies in the Park

Activities start at 6:30 P.M. Movie starts at dusk

Grape Day Park. FREE! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Families are encouraged to bring low-back lawn chairs, blankets, and flashlights. For more information, e-mail recreation@escondido.org or call 760-839-4382

Cosponsored by Escondido Children’s Museum, Escondido History Center, and Escondido Recreation.

Saturday, July 12, "Enchanted” Rated PG

Friday, August 8,"Hook”, Rated PG

Farmer’s Market

Tuesdays, 4-7 P.M. (May 1–September 30)

Grand Avenue. Downtown Escondido's Certified Farmers Market showcases fresh-picked California-grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Friendly vendors also offer local honey, eggs, fresh-roasted nuts, pesto, fresh pasta, gourmet European breads, Julian pies, salsa, tamales, tortillas, pita and humus, cookies, dessert breads, and more.

Located in the center of historic downtown, the Farmers Market operates every Tuesday, year-round, on Grand Avenue between Kalmia and Juniper.

For more information, call 760-745-8877. The Farmers Market is sponsored by the Downtown Business Association of Escondido.

Fallbrook

Fallbrook Farmers Market

Every Friday, 10 A.M.-2 P.M.

Village Square, Corner of Alvarado & Main. Buy locally grown fruit and vegetables, fresh flowers, and handmade arts and crafts, breads and granola mixes, pasta and dressings, and much more. Farmers in the area grow over 200 different crops, mostly on small family farms. Local favorites include our world-famous avocados, ornamental flowers and plants, citrus fruits, Fuyu persimmons, kiwis, pomegranates, wine grapes, and macadamia nuts.

Wine & "A Bite" Art Walk

Saturday, July 19, & Saturday, August 16, 5-7 P.M.

Downtown Fallbrook. Stop at four downtown businesses for a taste of food from one of our local restaurants, a sample of wine from one of our area wineries and a unique art experience. Tickets are available for $20.00 at www. Findfallbrook.com. For more information, contact the Fallbrook Area Visitors Bureau at: favbsales@aol.com ; or telephone 760-451-3282

Fallbrook Hot Summer Nights

Fridays, 5-8 P.M.

Historic Downtown Fallbrook, Main Street. FREE admission! Beer, wine & great food. Live music...fun for the whole family! For more information call 760-723-2232.

Rods & Relics with music by Toni Suraci

Friday, July 11, 2008

Taste of Fallbrook with music by “Aunt Kizzy's Boyz”.

Friday, July 25, 2008

Off road, race car, military, classic boat & open header event with music by Toni Suraci.

Friday, August 8

Chili contest with music by the “Ruthless Cowboys Band”.

Friday, August 29

Fallbrook Garden Club's Summer Picnic and Tomatomania

Wednesday, August 6, 4-6 P.M.

Live Oak Park. Members and guests are welcome to come to our annual potluck picnic and tomato judging contest. For more information go to: www.fallbrookgardenclub.org

Fallbrook Music Society presents “Symphony ‘Pops’ on the Green”

Thursday, August 14, 5-7:30 P.M.

The Grand Tradition, 1602 S. Mission Rd. In honor of Fallbrook Music Society's 30th Anniversary, San Diego Symphony will perform before an audience seated lakeside on the stunning grounds of the Grand Tradition. The evening under the stars will be filled with American 'Pops', patriotic and light classical music. This traditional summer event is filled with family, friends, food and fun. Bring low chairs and blankets for lawn seating - and picnics are welcome. Reserved tables and picnic box dinners are also available. For more information call Judy Sidmak at: 760-451-8644.

Movies in the Park

Friday, August 22, 6-9 P.M.

Fallbrook Community Center (Outdoor Patio), 341 Heald Lane. Come early to enjoy pre-show activities. Bring a blanket, a chair or a picnic and come enjoy a state-of-the-art outdoor movie experience with the entire family! Healthy concessions will be available for sale. For more information contact the Fallbrook Community Center 760-728-1671 Featured movie: “SPY KIDS” (PG)

Oceanside

Morning Farmer’s Market

Thursdays, 9 A.M.-1 P.M.

Pier View Way (between North Coast Highway and Ditmar Street). Certified vendors sell fresh produce, flowers, seafood, and natural food products. Hot and cold food plus crafters. For more information, contact Main Street Oceanside at 760-754-4512 or visit www.msoceanside.com.

Sunset Market

Thursdays, 5 9 P.M. (April-December)

Pier View Way (between Cleveland Street and North Coast Highway) and Tremont Street (between Mission Avenue and Civic Center Drive). Certified vendors sell fresh produce, flowers, seafood, and natural food products. Hot and cold food. Many unique craft vendors, entertainment, and children's area. For more information, contact Main Street Oceanside at 760-754-4512 or visit www.msoceanside.com.

Yankee Doodle Dinghy Parade

Friday, July 4, 2 P.M.

Oceanside Yacht Club (1950 Harbor Dr. North) & Oceanside Harbor. Dinghy parade where participants decorate their dinghy with a creative patriotic theme and cruise the harbor. For more information please email info@oceansideyc.com.

Concerts in the Park

Rancho Del Oro Park (College Blvd. & Avenida Empresa). Bring your family and a picnic basket and enjoy the afternoon with your neighbors.

Thursday, July 10, 5-7:30 P.M.

“Ballet Folklorico Tapatio” performs at 5PM. “Jumping Jack Flash” will perform song selections form all periods of “The Rolling Stones’” legendary career.

Thursday, August 14, 5-8 P.M.

Steve Reid will perform from 5:00PM-5:30PM. “The Bayou Brothers & Friends” will perform after Steve Reid.

Elizabeth Hospice Annual Charity Regatta

Friday-Sunday, July 11-13, 8 A.M.–11 P.M.

Oceanside Yacht Club (1950 Harbor Drive North). Entertainment, meals, silent auction. For more information please email info@oceansideyc.com

Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Beach Festival & Contest

Thursday-Sunday, August 14-17, 6 A.M.-5 P.M. Thur. & Fri., 6 A.M.-8 P.M. Sat., 6 A.M.-5 P.M. Sun.

Pier Amphitheater & South Pier Beach. Four day longboard noseriding and conventional contest with vendors and a beer garden in the band shell. Public Information Number: 858-792-5541.

32nd Annual World Bodysurfing Championships

Saturday/Sunday, August 23-24, 6 A.M.-5 P.M.

Oceanside Pier. Bodysurfing contest ran in heats by age group. Public Information Number: 310-457-2321.

Pao Pao 9-Man Outrigger Canoe Race

Saturday, August 23, 8 A.M.-5 P.M.

Oceanside Harbor. Canoe race that will be started outside the Harbor.

San Marcos

Fourth of July Celebration

Friday, July 4th, Entertainment Begins at 6 P.M. Fireworks Display at 9 P.M.

Bradley Park, Linda Vista Dr. & Rancho Santa Fe Rd. Free entertainment! Blanket seating, music, game concessions, and food concessions! Family fun, picnicking, kids’ fun zone.

Creepy Crawlies & Super Spiders

Saturday, July 12, 9 A.M.-12 P.M.

Jack’s Pond Park (Big Barn), 986 La Moree Road (off of Barham Drive). Spiders, tarantulas and other multi-legged creatures will visit, courtesy of Darwin’s Zoo. Learn what makes arthropods and insects tick! Touch a tarantula, if you dare! The Nature Center will be open for exploration. Reservations required: 744-9000 Ext. 3508 $3.00/participant (free to Friends members).

Bird Basics for Kids

Saturday, August 2, 9 A.M.-12 P.M.

Jack’s Pond Park (Big Barn), 986 La Moree Road (off of Barham Drive). Come learn about some of our feathered friends that live in San Marcos. Look for birds around the park and pond. Explore feathers, nests, and dissect an owl pellet! The Nature Center will be open for exploration. Reservations required: 760-744-9000 Ext. 3508. $3.00/participant (free to Friends members).

Movies in the Park

Bring beach chairs or blankets for lawn seating or swimsuits to "Flick and Float" at the pools

all movies start at dusk

Friday, July 18 “Bee Movie”

Woodland Park FREE!

Saturday, August 9 “Flushed Away”

Woodland Park FREE! View the movie from the pool for $5.

Saturday, September 13 Disney's “Cars”

San Elijo Park FREE! Presented by San Elijo Hills Development Company

Summer Concerts in the Gardens

The Wood House, 1148 Rock Springs Road, San Marcos

Scheduled to appear:

“Cash Kings”

(Johnny Cash Tribute)

Saturday, July 26

“The Corvettes”

(Doo Wop & Motown)

Saturday, August 16

“The Folk Collection”

(1960's Folk Era)

Saturday, August 23

Come enjoy great music for the whole family at this beautiful outdoor venue. Concerts will be held on the 4th Saturday of each month during the summer and will begin at 7:30 PM. Bring low back beach chairs or blankets for picnic seating. Desserts and beverages will be available for purchase.

Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at the San Marcos Community Center. Prices are $5 for adults, seniors and students. Children under 10 are free. Season passes are available for $15. For further information call 760-744-9000.

Shakespeare Under the Moon

Saturday, July 12, “Macbeth”

Sunday, July 13, “Taming of the Shrew”

San Elijo Park (lower field), Twin Oaks Valley Rd. and Elfin Forest Rd., San Marcos. This free production starts at 7 P.M. on both nights. Gates will open at 6 P.M. Bring low back beach chairs or blankets for picnic seating. Desserts and beverages will be available for purchase. Performances co-sponsored by San Elijo Hills Development Company. For further information call 760.744-9000.

Grand Summer Festival & Classic Car Show

Sunday, August 31, 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.

On Via Vera Cruz between Grand Ave. and San Marcos Blvd. The day offers over 300 vendors of arts and crafts, antiques, specialty imports, beer garden, food booths, children’s area and several stages of live entertainment all day long.

Vista

Fourth of July Fireworks & Fundraising Dinner

Friday, July 4

Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. A fundraising gourmet BBQ, catered by Hennessey’s, will precede the fireworks. Dinner includes: reserved parking adjacent to the amphitheatre; a gourmet barbecue tri-tip/chicken breast dinner with beverages; and premium reserved seating in the Moonlight Amphitheatre for San Diego County’s largest aerial fireworks display scheduled for 9:00 P.M. Dinner is $65 per person or $500 for a table of eight. Dinner seating begins at 5:30 P.M. with service from 6-7:30 P.M. Reservations are required for dinner. Call (760) 726-1340 ext. 1571 to make reservations. The park opens at 7 A.M. with a day of family-friendly activities scheduled with food and beverage booths, picnicking and a static display of vintage military equipment. Guests can enjoy live musical entertainment at the Moonlight Amphitheatre from 3:15 P.M. to 10:00 P.M., featuring “Rising Star”. For more information on the Fourth of July Celebration, contact Sam Beukema 760.726.1340 ext. 1574. For additional information, visit www.cityofvista.com.

Civil War Reenactment

Saturday/Sunday, July 5 & 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day

The Antique Gas and Steam Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Avenue. For more information visit www.agsem.com or call (800) 587-2286

Moonlight Stage Productions Presents

Wednesdays through Sundays, 8 P.M.

Moonlight Amphitheatre, Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA 92084. For information go to www.moonlightstage.com. Tickets available through the VisTix Ticket Office, 600 Eucalyptus Avenue, or by calling (760) 724-2110 or visiting www.vistixonline.com.

July 9–20 “Guys and Dolls”

July 30–August 10 “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”

August 20–31 “Les Miserables”

Vista Rod Run

Sunday, August 3

Showcasing Custom Cars, Hot Rods and car-related vendors. Presented by the Vista Village Business Association on Main Street in downtown Vista. Live entertainment and opportunity drawings will also be featured. For information contact the VVBA office at (760) 414-9391.

Summergrass San Diego Bluegrass Music Festival

Friday/Saturday, August 22-24

Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Avenue. Family-friendly weekend of live bluegrass bands (national, international, regional & local), music workshops, impromptu jam sessions, vendors, kids’ activities, tasty food, plenty of onsite dry camping. Please browse our website for info on the bands, camping and ticket information, photos and video of past festivals, sponsorship opportunities and more at: www.agsem.com; or call 858-679-4854.

Temecula Valley

Temecula Valley International Jazz Festival

Thursday-Sunday, July 10-13

Old Town Temecula. For more information call 951 678-2517 or visit: www.TemeculaJazzFest.com

Shakespeare in the Vines

July 11-20 - Frangipani Winery, "Twelfth Night" directed by Jim Marbury

August 15-23 - "Romeo & Juliet", Wien's Family Winery, directed by Paul Kehler

Sunset Jazz in the Vines

Wilson Creek Winery. A benefit for "Children with Autism" For information call: 951-699-9463

Saturday, July 19 - Craig Chaquico

Saturday, August 16 - George Duke

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