Always call ahead to make sure events have not changed
Underwater State Parks!
June 1, 2008 - August 31, 2008
What a way to kick off summer and enjoy the months ahead! Experience a State Park in a totally different way...under water! If you are a diver there are several options, just visit www.parks.ca.gov and enter “underwater parks” in the search block.
Columbia Diggin’s 1852, Columbia SHP, 4 miles North of Sonora via Hwy 49
June 1, 2008
Hundreds of volunteers and the staff of Columbia State Historic Park put a great deal of effort and research into this event, to depict as accurately as possible, the original town. Live music, gambling and games of the period provide the visitors the opportunity to travel back to 1852. Experience the sights, smells and sounds of the early tent town that sprung up as gold was discovered in a local streambed, later to become the town of Columbia. There is no other event like it in California! . For more information call (209) 588-9128. May 29 through June 1, 10am-5pm
Coloma Blues Live!, Henningsen Lotus Park, Lotus, CA
June 7, 2008
Enjoy an all-day blues festival with your family along the shore of the American River in the beautiful Coloma Valley.
Gates open at 10am and the show starts at 11am. The 2008 lineup will be announced soon. Check www.colomablueslive.com June 7
Civil War Days, Angel Island SP, San Francisco Bay
June 7, 2008 - June 8, 2008
Relive a day in 1864 when Camp Reynolds was established by the Union Army to defend San Francisco Bay from Confederate Rebels. This event is tentative so heck the Angel Island website at www.angelisland.org and click on “Events”. Plan to arrive early and enjoy a hike around the island. Ferry ticket includes park fee. June 7 and 8 (TENATIVE)
“Humbug Days!”, Malakoff Diggins SHP, From Grass Valley take Hwy 49 North through Nevada City; turn right on Tyler-Foote Rd. for 17 miles and turn left on Derbec Rd. into the park
June 7, 2008
Revisit the exciting and controversial hydraulic gold mining era of the 1870’s! Enjoy blue grass music by Mountain Laurel, barbecue picnic, wagon rides, craft demonstrations, candle making and tin punching. Games and storytelling make this a day for the entire family. Take living history tours of scenic North Bloomfield, enjoy the world’s shortest parade and witness the shooting of the water cannon! Call for details. (530) 265-2740. June 7, 11am-4pm
15th Annual Festival at the Cement Ship, Seacliff SB, 5.5 miles South of Santa Cruz
June 7, 2008
Celebrate the unique history of the WW1 Concrete Ship Palo Alto, the natural wonders of Seacliff’s fossil beds and the many animals that call the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary their home. Enjoy music, fun and food. Experience the park’s history through arts, crafts, games and stories. Make a kite to fly on the beach. Visit educational booths to learn about our animal friends. Find the perfect gift in our Park Store or at one of the vendor’s booths. For more information call (831) 685-6444. June 7, 11am-4pm
Civil War Days at Fort Tejon SHP, 37 miles South of Bakersfield on I-5
June 14, 2008 - June 15, 2008
Watch volunteers present skirmishes and demonstrate the tactics used in the eastern United States during the American Civil War. See troops of the Union and Confederate Armies, all authentically uniformed and equipped. Meet the soldiers & civilians. Tour their camps and see how they lived. Living History presentations include Manual of Arms, Artillery and Field Hospital demonstrations. BATTLES ON SUNDAY ONLY! 10:30am, noon and 1:30pm. For more information call (661) 248-6692 or visit www.fortejon.org. June 14 & 15
Music and Arts Festival, San Juan Bautistia SHP, corner of 2nd & Washington Sts
June 14, 2008 - June 15, 2008
Join us for a different kind of festival experience, a true celebration of diversity! Classic Rock, Blues, Western Sing, Latino, Oldies...not to mention the food, fun, arts, crafts and children’s play area! Check the website often for updates!
www.beatyfour.com/missionfestival.htm
June 14-15
Father’s Day Fly In, Columbia SHP, 4 miles N of Sonora via Hwy 49
June 14, 2008
Airplane rides, classic airplanes and other events are conducted all day long at the airport. The Columbia Airport is approximately a half-mile walk form the park. For more information call (209) 588-9128. June 14
“Full Moon Madness”, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, off Hwy 9 in Felton
June 14, 2008
Join a moonlit guided tour of the redwoods and moon gaze through telescopes. Activities include music, multi-media presentation about the park’s nocturnal critters, crafts for kids and refreshments. For more information, call (831) 335-7077. June 14, 6:30pm-9:30pm
Annual Juneteenth Celebration, Colonel Allensworth SHP, 8 miles West of Earlimart
June 14, 2008
Join us for the annual celebration. There's plenty of sunshine for those who love warm weather. This day is celebrated by African Americans in honor of their ancestors who received notice of being set free from slavery later (June 19th) than the majority of salves elsewhere in the country. There's great entertainment, great speakers and, of course, a fabulous tour of the historic buildings given free by the Friends of Allensworth volunteers for your educational experience. Lots of great food and beverages as well. (661) 849-3433. June 14, 10am-4pm
Father’s Day at Railtown, Railtown 1897 SHP, Jamestown, corner of 5th and Reservoir
June 15, 2008
All Dads ride free aboard regular steam-powered excursion trains when accompanied by a child. Also, enjoy an Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social. Call for more information (209) 984-3953 or visit www.railtown1897.org June 15
June Car Show, Pismo Beach, Downtown Pismo Beach on Hwy 1
June 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008
Visit beautiful Pismo State Beach and then take in one of the largest classic car and street rod shows and one of the finest. This show pulls in over 800 classic cars and street rods. Over 22 years of fun for the entire family! Don't miss it!
For more information, visit www.thepismobeachclassic.com or call Toll Free 866-450-7469. June 20-22
Annual Mountain Play, Mt. Tamalpais SP, Marin County
Please join us for a magical production of the “Wizard of Oz”! Bring friends and family for a day of extraordinary music and enjoyment in the natural beauty of Mt. Tam’s Mountain Theater. Visit www.mountainplay.com or call (415) 383-1100 for ticket sale information. June 1, 7, 8 and 15, 1pm
Beginning of Summer, Doheny SB, near the intersection of I-5 and Hwy 1, at 25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr.
Now that the days are longer and the children are out of school, it’s time to join us at Doheny State Beach for the Junior Ranger program during the day and campfire programs in the evening! Please visit www.dohenystatebeach.org the end of June for a listing of programs or call (949) 496-2704.
Tide Pool Exploration, San Elijo SB, on old Hwy 101 in Cardiff
Start summer by exploring the tide pools at San Elijo SB. The best time to explore is from one to two hours prior to an extremely low tide. It’s a great opportunity to learn about the plants and animals that inhabit this area. Call to check the schedule of tide pool walks, which can be either guided or self-guided. (760) 753-5091. Year-round.
Junior Ranger Programs, Lake Oroville SRA, 7 miles East of Oroville via Hwy 162
Beginning early June, join us in the Loafer Creek Campfire Center for some fun environmental education with our Junior Ranger Program. For specific dates and times, please call (530) 538-2219.
Concerts in the Park, California Citrus SHP, in Riverside, 9400 Dufferin Ave.
Every Friday, June 20, 27 – July 11, 18 & 25, 6:30. Bring the entire family, a picnic and some lawn chairs to sit back and relax as bands from the “good ol’ days” play your favorite old time tunes, and some lively new ones! Featuring jazz, bluegrass, Dixieland, western music and more! Free to the public. Alcohol prohibited. Donation only. (951) 780-6222.
