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29-September 4th Start Dates September 5-11th Start Dates September 12-18th Start Dates September 19-25th Start Dates September 26-Oct 2nd Start Dates Ongoing Events August 29-September 4th Start Dates August 29-Sept 1st Truckee, CA. ‘Labor Day Street Fair and Sidewalk Sale’ at Village at Northstar will have sales all weekend with discounts up to 70%! Don't miss the Double Whammy ® Season Pass sale or all the family activities going on including live music, roller skating, face painting, balloon twisters, clowns, dusk movies, wine tasting and more! http://www.northstarattahoe.com August 29 -Sept 1st Sacramento, CA. ‘Gold Rush Days in Old Sacramento S.H.P.’ Gold Rush Days takes place throughout Old Sacramento State Historic Park and the entire Old Sacramento National Landmark Historic District. More than 200 tons of dirt will be dumped on the streets of Old Sacramento as the annual festival “turns back the clock,” transforming Sacramento’s historic district into a scene straight out of the 1850s. http://www.parks.ca.gov Sept 1st-Dec 2008. Camino, CA. ‘Apple Hill Season’ Located in Camino California, Apple Hill was once a fledgling association comprised of 16 original ranches, today boasts more than 50 ranches including Christmas tree growers, wineries and vineyards. Season starts Labor Day weekend and continues thru mid-December. http://www.applehill.com Sept 3rd Auburn, CA. ‘Discount Butler Amusement Discount Coupons for Gold Country Fair’ Wristbands can be purchased for $23 and will be available after the Fair opens for $28. Wristbands are good for any one day of the Fair. You can also save on a book of 30 carnival ride coupons for just $15 (each ride takes three to five coupons) and will cost $1 each during the Fair. Discounts are available until 5:00 pm, Wednesday, September 3, at the Fair office or at Save Mart in Auburn. Sept 3rd, 6th & 7th Sacramento, CA. Auditions for the children’s cast of Sacramento Ballet's 2008 production of Ron Cunningham's The Nutcracker. http://www.sacballet.org Sept 4-7th Auburn, CA. ‘Gold Country Fair. A Grape Adventure’ at the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn. Special reptile and tiger exhibits. http://www.goldcountryfair.com Back to September Index Sept 5th 1pm Truckee, CA. ‘Grape Stomp’ at the festival’s Overlook Pavilion above the Village at Northstar. Teams can register by contacting Kym Fabel, manager of the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, at 530-581-8764 http://www.tahoefoodandwine.com Sept 5th-Oct 4th Roseville, CA. ‘Ragtime.The Musical’ Friday and Saturdays 8pm Sunday matinee 2pm. Roseville Theater, Vernon St Roseville http://www.mcircle.org Sept 5th 7pm Sacramento, CA. ‘The Broadway Melody of 1936’, an entertaining musical film where two women vie for the lead role in Broadway producer, Robert Gordon’s, newest production. Guests will also enjoy hearing Dave Moreno on the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ and a prologue by host Nick Langdon and Rebecca Kane. Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased at the door. 916 442-6802 http://www.toweautomuseum.org Sept 5-6th 10-4pm Auburn, CA. ‘Quilt Show and Historic Quilt Event’ Cabin Fever Quilt Shoppe in Downtown Auburn presents this quilt lovers event. Free admission. Stroll downtown Auburn, Lincoln Way local shops for displays of the Art of Quilting and ‘The Arts Building’ for historic quilt display and lectures. http://www.cabinfeverquiltshoppe.com Sept 5-7th Lake Tahoe, CA. ‘The 23rd Annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food & Wine Festival’ is a weekend of food and wine, including seminars, grape stomping, culinary demonstrations and competitions, the mountain chef cook off and, of course, plenty of wine tasting. Family fun includes a pizza-spinning contest (Friday afternoon) and hands-on pizza class, as well as ongoing children’s activities Saturday afternoon. Activities include face paining, jugglers, balloon artists, cupcake decorating and flower-pot painting. All kids’ and cooking demonstrations are free, excluding Northstar’s mountain bike rentals and bungee jumping, which will be open throughout the festival. Chef and restaurateur Stephanie Izard, winner of the fourth season of Bravo's Top Chef, will be hosting a cooking seminar on Saturday. Events are held in Tahoe City, Squaw Valley, Carnelian Bay, Kings Beach, Truckee, and at Northstar Resort. http://www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com. Sept 5-7th Virginia City, NV. ‘49th Annual Virginia City International Camel Races’ http://www.visitvirginiacitynv.com Sept 5-7th Reno, NV. ‘The Great Reno Balloon Race’ This is the largest free hot air ballooning event in the Nation. During three days in early September, you can look up into the Reno skies and see a rainbow of hot air balloons soaring. http://www.visitrenotahoe.com Sept 5-7th Coloma, CA. ‘27th Annual American River Festival’ Whitewater rodeo, wildwater and slalom races, raft race. For more information, call The River Store at 530-626-3435 http://www.americanriverfestival.org Sept 5-28th [Weekends] Sacramento, CA. ‘Children's Theatre Festival at Fairytale Town’ Fridays 11:00 AM & 12:30 PM; Saturdays & Sundays 12:30 PM & 2:00 PM Fairytale Town, 3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento. Free with regular park admission http://www.fairytaletown.org Sept 6th 9-12pm Coloma, CA. ‘Family Exploration & Adventure Walk.’ Keith Atwater, former ARC board member and volunteer, will host this walk for kids of all ages. Bring parents & grandparents on this scavenger hunt with games and a short 1 mile walk at the Dave Moore Nature Area in Coloma. Bring your lunch and enjoy a picnic along the American river. Handicap accessible. FREE - Please call to sign up and for meeting location 530-621-1224. http://arconservancy.org Sept 6th 11-5pm Lake Tahoe, CA. ‘5th Annual Native American Basketweavers' Market’. This event features sales of fine and utilitarian basketry by Native American weavers from California and Nevada. Also features basketry demonstrations, and traditional acorn preparation. Steinbeck Museum, at Fanny Bridge, Tahoe City. http://www.gatekeepersmuseum.com Sept 6th 2pm & 7pm. Auburn, CA. Silver Screen Classic Movies presents ’Woman of the Year’, in the Beecher Room, Auburn Library, 350 Nevada St. in Auburn. An Alfred Hitchcock movie. Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy in their first movie pairing. Suggested donation: $4.00 seniors and children, $5.00 general admission. 530 878-7938 http://www.auburnsilverscreen.com Sept 6th 8pm Auburn, CA ‘Fast Fridays’ Speedway motorcycle racing. Gates open at 6:30, racing at 8. Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn http://www.fastfridays.com Sept 6-7th 10-4pm Truckee, CA. ‘Trails and Vistas - Donner Summit Hikes’ Among towering pines and granite rock faces of the Sierra Nevada the three-mile guided hike compels participants to become part of eight artistic performances. The 2008 theme “Songs of the Earth” honors the music and stories of the land with over 30 artists and performers. http://www.trailsandvistas.org Sept 6-7th 8-9pm and 8-3pm. Grass Valley, CA. ‘9th Annual Roamin Angels Car Show.’ Over 850 classic cars and street rods will roar into the Nevada County Fairgrounds with rumbling exhaust, flamed fenders and gleaming chrome for the 9th Annual Roamin Angels Car Show. These 1972 and older works of automotive artistry will be competing for over 50 trophies. The show will have numerous auto-related vendors, a Car Corral of special-interest cars for sale, an Artisans’ Faire, and a car art exhibit, as well as a variety of foods and drinks that include beer and wine. http://www.roaminangels.com Sept 7th 9-4pm. Sacramento, CA. ‘Grandparents Day at Fairytale Town’. Grandparents get FREE admission all day with paid admission for their grandchildren! http://www.fairytaletown.org Sept 10-14th. Reno, NV. ‘National Championship Air Races’ The event also features military static and historic airplane displays along with jaw dropping aerobatic exhibitions. While enjoying the races, spectators can visit the pits and watch race teams work on the airplanes, get autographs from their favorite race pilots and browse hundreds of vendor booths and take pleasure in a wide variety of food and beverages. http://www.visitrenotahoe.com Sept 11-14th 11am, 3pm and 7pm. Sacramento, CA. ‘Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus presents Over the Top’. A wacky and whimsical circus spectacular where dogs fly, Asian Elephants skip, hop and groove, and one courageous man stands eye-to-eye with a pack of powerful Bengal tigers. http://www.arcoarena.com September 12-18th Start Dates Sept 12th –Dec 2008 Sacramento, CA. “Mr. Ford’s Legendary Model T: Car of the Century” Centennial Exhibit’ The Towe Auto Museum is proud to host an exhibit commemorating Tin Lizzie’s 100th anniversary. The exhibit celebrates the historical, technological, and legendary importance of the Model T Ford and will include an array of models that illustrate the various uses of the Model T, including a rare 1908 Ford Model T Touring (first year production) and a 1927 Ford Model T Touring (last year production) http://www.toweautomuseum.org Sept 12th 7-8pm. Roseville, CA. ‘Fabulous Friday Campfires: Wild Bird Rescue’. Bring the whole family as you gather around the campfire to see and learn about wild birds of our area. The Wildlife Care Association will have live owls and quail to share. We’ll roast marshmallows at the end of the program. $5. Two and under free. Maidu Interpretive Center 1960 Johnson Ranch Rd, Roseville 916 774-5934 http://www.roseville.ca.us/indianmuseum Sept 12th 7:30-9:30pm Coloma, CA. ‘Moonlight Hike – Stagecoach Trail’ This historic trail will offer great, bird’s eye, moonlit views of the confluence area and American River canyon. You will climb 800 ft. on this 2 mile hike up (4 miles round trip). Tom Petersen, ARC volunteer, will lead this hike rain or shine. These are easy wide paths. All ages welcome. FREE - Please call to sign up and for meeting location 530-621-1224. http://www.arconservancy.org Sept 12th & 13th 8:30-10:30pm Truckee, CA. ‘Northstar Star-gazing Tours’. Come experience the starry sky above Northstar® Resort. We're offering a series of Star Tours this summer led by Tony Berendsen, the President of the Nevada Science Coalition. All reservations can be purchased in the Northstar eStore. http://www.northstarattahoe.com Sept 12-14th Sacramento, CA. ‘Mr. Ford’s Legendary Model T: Car of the Century Celebration’.The Towe Auto Museum is proud to host Centennial Celebration commemorating Tin Lizzie’s 100th anniversary. The opening weekend will celebrate the historical, technological and legendary importance of the Model T Ford. Saturday day events will include a complimentary continental breakfast and a variety of presentations by historical and technical speakers, including keynote speaker, Mike Skinner of the Henry Ford Heritage Association. Saturday night experience an era fashion show and special period entertainment along with a catered banquet and special presentation by Robert Kreipke, Corporate Historian, Ford Motor Company. Close the special weekend with Model T games (gymkhana) performed by the Sacramento Valley Chapter of the Model T Ford Club of America and a River Delta Tour. http://www.toweautomuseum.org Sept 12-14th Grass Valley, CA. ‘Small Town’ The Movement Alliance with special guests AirAligned. Small Town is a multi-media dance-u-mentary in which the story of Nevada County; the scenic beauty, the local legends, the comedy of smallness, and the strength of our community; is told through dance theatre, spoken word, song, cinematography, photography, and aerial dance. Center for the Arts, Grass Valley. http://www.thecenterforthearts.org Sept 12-14th Folsom, CA. ‘1st Annual Cyclebration’ Northern California's most fun, family-friendly weekend of bicycle riding and racing centered around the trails, lake, hills and history of Folsom. 916-355-7366 http://www.folsomcyclebration.com Sept 13th Sacramento, CA. Living History Day: The Great Candlestick Caper at Sutter’s Fort. S.H.P. http://www.parks.ca.gov September 13th 9am-6pm. Ebbetts Pass, CA. ‘2nd Annual Ebbetts Pass Scenic Celebration’-13 September, 2008 9 AM to 6 PM. The Ebbets Pass Scenic Byway Association is proud to announce the return of the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Celebration, where participants can travel the Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway making stops along the way filled with live music, good food, historical exhibits and so much more. Passports are free of charge and will be available in late August. 209-728-9700 http://www.scenic4.org Sept 13th 10-11:30am Apple Hill, CA. ‘Celtic Gardens - Organic Farm Tour’ This is a working, organic farm owned by Stephen Bird and family. This will be an enjoyable, educational, and interesting tour with plenty of fresh air and fall colors. Bring the family and lunch and stay to enjoy the beauty of Apple Hill. $5 per person - includes tasting and wholesale purchases. Please call for reservations and meeting location 530-621-1224 http://www.arconservancy.org Sept 13th 11-2pm. Auburn, CA. ‘Family Days – Oak Tree Hike’. Placer Nature Center, Christian Valley Auburn. http://www.placernaturecenter.org Sept 13th 11:30 -12:00 and 3-3:30. Roseville, CA. ‘Native American Stories’. All ages. Enjoy Native American stories told by Nisenan Maidu Rick Adams. Free with paid admission. . Maidu Interpretive Center 1960 Johnson Ranch Rd, Roseville 916 774-5934 http://www.roseville.ca.us/indianmuseum Sept 13th 12-4pm. Santa Cruz, CA. ‘Adobe Mission Tour’ Take a tour of this adobe structure built during the the waning days of Mission Santa Cruz’s existence. The grounds of the Mission will come alive with demonstrations of the Spanish labors and Native Californian ways and include crafts, outdoor cooking, equipment demonstrations and living history activities. Designed as native worker "family apartments", the building is the only original of its kind in California today and was built by the hands of the Indians recruited by the Spanish. This event is just a block from downtown Santa Cruz on School Street http://www.parks.ca.gov Sept 13th 2-3pm. Roseville, CA. ‘Live animal show: How Big Can Reptiles Grow?’ All ages. No pre-registration required. Free. Learn about Monitor Lizards from Indonesia, Saltwater Crocodiles from Australia, and Anacondas from South America, then feel the weight and girth of some large snakes in this exciting reptile show. Free with paid admission. Maidu Interpretive Center 1960 Johnson Ranch Rd, Roseville 916 774-5934 http://www.roseville.ca.us/indianmuseum Sept 13-14th. El Dorado, CA. ‘Tour de Vine’ El Dorado's Wine Harvest Festival, celebrates the magical cycle of the wine harvest, offering visitors a "tour of vines" as well as crush pads and cellars. The event takes place at 20 wineries in the colorful El Dorado foothills. http://www.eldoradowines.org Sept 13-14th 8-4pm Nevada City, CA. ‘Constitution Day Celebration and Parade’ Free Event. Duck Race, Civil War Reenactments & and Concert Saturday; Civil War Reenactment, Street Faire & Parade Sunday. http://www.nevadacitychamber.com Sept 13-14th 10-10pm Squaw Valley, CA. ‘Art Bark Fest’ Animal and wine festival with animal themed booths and live music http://www.thevillageatsquaw.com Sept 13-14th 9-5pm Nevada City, CA. ‘Gold Harvest Wine Trail’ Tour local wineries, vineyards and caves. Wine tasting, live music and local cuisine. http://www.nswinecountry.com Sept 14th 12-6pm. Sacramento, CA. ‘Latino Fest’ Live music event $10 Cal Expo, Sacramento. http://www.calexpo.com Sept 14th 4-8pm. Auburn, CA. ‘Blue Jean Ball’ Riding high Equestrian Program will be holding their at their beautiful 10 acre ranch. We will have horse demonstrations, appetizers, family style BBQ dinner by L Be Soul catering, live music by The Revolving Doors Band, dancing in our barn and hundreds of silent and live auction items! The Riding High Equestrian Program is an Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy Center and Riding Lesson Facility. We are a non-profit organization that provides counseling to youth and adults using animal assisted therapy. Our program is designed to help children and adults discover an alternative, interactive road to recovery. 11685 Lorenson Road Auburn. http://www.ridinghighequestrian.org Sept 15th 8-3pm Hope Valley, CA. ‘Historic Emigrant Trail Tour’ Leaving from Sorensen’s Resort explore the route of the emigrants through Carson Pass and find evidence. http://www.sorensensresort.com Sept 18-19th 7:30pm. Grass Valley, CA. ‘San Francisco Mime Troup’ Center for the Arts, Grass Valley. http://www.thecenterforthearts.org Sept 18-21st. Grass Valley, CA. ‘Draft Horse Classic’ At the Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley. Draft horse demonstrations and shows, barn tours, live music, treat street and harvest faire. http://www.nevadacountyfair.com September 19-25th Start Dates Sept 19th-Oct 11th Roseville, CA. ‘The Last Night of Ballyhoo’ Friday and Saturdays 8pm Sunday matinee 2pm. Vernon Theater, Vernon St Roseville http://www.mcircle.org Sept 19th. 9pm Reno, CA. ‘Chinese Acrobats of Hebei’ Silver Legacy Resort, Reno. A multi-talented troupe ranging in ages from 19-25 features such unique acts as daring maneuvers of Chinese Poles, incredible Foot Juggling, exciting Chair Balance, unbelievable strength of Martial Arts and many more unique performances in this spectacular production. http://www.silverlegacyreno.com Sept 19th. Reno, CA. ‘Night Street Drag Races’. One of Reno-Fernley Raceway's most popular events! This is a must see for all you street drag fans! Whether you love motorcycles or cars we've got it all! http://www.visitrenotahoe.com Sept 19-21st Coloma, CA. ‘The 2nd annual American River Music Festival’, in the beautiful Coloma river valley is a celebration of community through Americana, Folk and Blues, on the South Fork of the American River. It’s three days of music, jams, workshops, riverfront camping/lodging, whitewater rafting, hiking, food, beverages, kid’s entertainment, arts, crafts and more. http://www.americanrivermusicfestival.org Sept 20th 10-4pm Auburn, CA. ‘A passion for elegance Home Tour’. A fundraiser to benefit the Auburn Symphony, this tour features a variety of unique homes crafted by award-winning builder Doug Gray. http://www.auburnsymphony.com Sept 20th 10-4pm Murphy’s, CA. ‘Harvest Home Festival’ Celebrating Home’, harvest, garden, recreation and Habitat for Humanity Calaveras, this premier event, set in magnificent Ironstone Vineyards amid live music, gourmet food and wine tasting, features home improvement, ski swap and recreational equipment, unique handcrafted gifts and décor, fresh local farmers market, fall foliage and bare-root plants, fall and winter recreation ideas. 209.754.3861, http://www.calaverasenterprise. Sept 20th 1-4pm Grass Valley, CA. ‘Taste of the Gold Country’ This popular Fall event is held in September in conjunction with the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Faire held under the shade of the beautiful pine trees at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. Come sample chef specialties from many of the area’s finest restaurants while sampling fine wines and beers from foothill’s wineries and breweries and listen to cool jazz. Tickets are $30 in advance & $35 at the door. http://www.downtowngrassvalley.com Sept 20th 8pm Auburn, CA ‘Fast Fridays’ Speedway motorcycle Racing. Gates open at 6:30, racing at 8. Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn http://www.fastfridays.com Sept 20-21st 10-6pm Truckee, CA. ‘Truckee Renaissance Faire’ Truckee River Regional Park. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for those under 12 and over 65. Truckee Renaissance Faire does not allow pets on the fairgrounds. This is a non-smoking event. http://www.truckeerenfaire.org Sept 20-21st Sacramento, CA. ‘Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival’ Old Sacramento and at the Memorial Auditorium. This festival will celebrate the music, dance, cuisine and crafts of the diversity of the Sacramento region. http://www.sacramentoworldfestival.com Sept 21st 2:30pm. Sacramento, CA. The Towe Auto Museum and the Sacramento Art Deco Society present a lecture by guest speaker, Ernie Hartley, celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Model T and is in conjunction with the Museum’s “Mr. Ford’s Legendary Model T: Car of the Century,” exhibit, celebrating the historical, technological and legendary importance of the Model T Ford. Doors open at 2:00pm. $5 for SADS & CVF members and $7 for non-members – includes light refreshments and Museum admission. http://www.toweautomuseum.org Sept 24th 7pm. Sacramento, CA. ‘2008 Tour of Gymnastics Superstars’ American Gymnasts from the Summer Games (men’s and women’s teams), musical guests Jordan Pruitt and KSM at Arco Arena. http://www.arcoarena.com September 24-28. Runners and walkers have a host of events to choose from during the Lake Tahoe Marathon Race Week (September 24-28), including the Marathon, coined “a Sunday morning run you’ll never forget,” that winds down the West Shore from Tahoe City to South Lake Tahoe for a post-run bash; Tahoe Triple (three marathons in three consecutive days); Marathon Relays; Half Marathon; 20, 35 or 72-Mile Bike Races; 10K; 20-Miler Run, Jog and Walk; 5K; Kayaking events; free Kids Fun Run and Speed Golf. 530-544-7095 http://www.laketahoemarathon.com Sept 25th 9am. South Lake Tahoe, NV. ‘Speed Golf’ at the Tahoe Paradise Golf Course, 3021 Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe, California. Tee off time is 9 a.m. Participants run the 18-hole course, a distance of approximately 4K, carrying three golf clubs of their choice. http://www.laketahoemarathon.com Sept 25-28th Sacramento, CA. ‘ Fall R.V. Show’ Cal Expo , Sacramento. http://www.calexpo.com Sept 25th-Oct 26th Nevada City, CA. ‘On Golden Pond’ The Foothill Theatre Company presents ‘On Golden Pond at the Nevada Theatre. http://www.foothilltheatre.org Back to September Index Sept 26th 6-8pm. Sacramento, CA. ‘Oktoberfest’ event to be held at the Sacramento History Museum. The event will give guests a chance to sample the best brews from local microbreweries while delving into the history of Sacramento brewing. Rubicon Brewing Company, Brew It Up!, Pyramid Alehouse, Auburn Alehouse, River City Brewing Company, and Hoppy Brewing Company will be on hand to share their knowledge and superior microbrews. All proceeds benefit the educational programs and exhibits at the Museum. http://www.thediscovery.org Sept 26th 7:30-10pm Nevada City, CA. ‘Sky Show’ The sky shows are held at Tobaissen Park near the Madelyn Helling Library. The library is near the county Rood Center facility off of Highway 49. It’s about two miles northwest of downtown Nevada City. Park in the library lot and walk up the road about 100 yards to the baseball field. We’ll be out on the field with telescopes and binoculars. http://www.nevco.K12.ca.org Sept 26th Auburn, CA. 4th Friday Lecture High St, Auburn. T.B.A. http://www.placernaturecenter.org Sept 26th 8pm. Sacramento, CA. ‘Neil Diamond’ at Arco Arena. http://www.arcoarena.com Sept 26-28th Lake Tahoe, CA. ‘Lake Tahoe Marathon’s Three-Day Triathlon’ part of the many events scheduled for Lake Tahoe Marathon Race Week http://www.laketahoemarathon.com Sept 27th-Jan 2009. San Jose, CA. ‘Leonardo. 500 Years into the Future’ The world premiere of the largest, most comprehensive exhibit of the innovative art, science and engineering works of Leonardo da Vinci and his contemporaries comes to The Tech Museum of Innovation this Fall for only 99 days. http://www.thetech.org Sept 27th 9:30-5pm. Roseville, CA. ‘Free Museum Day’. In conjunction with the Smithsonian Magazines’ fourth Annual National Museum Day, the Maidu Interpretive Center will be free to the public with guided tours of the Historic Site at 10am and 1 pm. . Maidu Interpretive Center 1960 Johnson Ranch Rd, Roseville 916 774-5934 http://www.roseville.ca.us/indianmuseum Sept 27th Colfax, CA. ‘Outdoor Quilt Show’ The third Outdoor Quilt Show will feature quilts of all styles on display along Main Street. Free Sept 27th 2-6pm Squaw Valley, CA. ‘7th Annual Village Oktoberfest’ Traditional Bavarian music and folk dancers, benefit Biergarten, bratwurst, sauerkraut & games. All entertainment at the event is free. http://www.thevillageatsquaw.com Sept 27-28th Folsom, CA. ‘The 14th Annual Folsom Gourd and Arts Festival’. Held at Folsom City Lions Park where over 150 artists will sell their exquisite artwork during the 2-day event. Held under the beautiful oak lined pathways, the festival includes demonstrations, entertainment, food, gourds and art supplies. 916-355-7285 http://www.folsomgourdfestival.com Sept 27-28th ‘Colfax Railroad Days’ This two day celebration for the whole family features: A huge Antique Model Train displays at Sierra Vista Community Center, Living History Demonstrations about China Camp, Quilting, Lacemaking, Tatting, Weaving, Candlemaking, Blacksmith and Tomahawk Throwing, Pony, Wagon and Train Rides, Gold Panning, History Walks and more http://www.colfaxarea.com Sept 27th 9-11am. Auburn, CA. Family Bike Ride American River Canyon. Tom Judy, ARC volunteer and owner of Gravit-E-Works, LLC will host this morning bike ride down the quarry trail on the Middle Fork of the American River. This will be an easy family ride. Bring lunch for a picnic by the river after the ride. Helmets and “geared” mountain bikes required. FREE for members/$5 non-members - Please call to sign up and for meeting location 530-621-1224 http://www.arconservancy.org Sept 27-28th 10-5pm. Placerville, CA. ‘Quilt Show’ Gold Bug Quilters will present Eastern Expressions In Cloth, a quilt show of more than 200 bed quilts, wall hangings and wearable art at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. An opportunity to win door prizes and an exquisitely designed quilt, food, vendors, and quilting demonstrations will add to the tactile experience. Admission is $6.00. 913 933-6436 Sept 27th 8pm. Grass Valley, CA. Hammer Smith Band. A high energy, authentic style of electric blues with jazz and rock influences, the Hammer Smith Band is a Los Angeles based rockin' blues band. http://www.thecenterforthearts.org Sept 27-28th Sacramento, CA. ‘The Target Children's Book Celebration’ Fairytale Town, Sacramento. Meet renowned children's writer Barbara Joosse - author of "I Love You the Purplest," "Mama, Do You Love Me?" and other titles, Families will be able to hear excerpts from Joosse's works and have a chance to meet the author in person. The event will also feature other notable children's authors and illustrators, (Stefanie Cruz, Edna Cabcabin Moran, Marlena Uhrik and Linda Boyden,and Tekla White--author of Flight of the Union-- to name a few), celebrity readers, children's theater performances, and hands-on literacy activities. http://www.fairytaletown.org Sept 30th 8-3pm Placerville, CA. ‘Antique Street Faire’ Over 100 antique and collectible vendors will be on hand for this huge event. Food and refreshments. Main St. Placerville. http://www.placerville-downtown.org Back to September Index Ongoing: August 2008 – January 31st 2009 Sacramento, CA. ‘Big Daddy” Roth . . . The Original Rat Fink exhibit’. Don’t miss your chance to get up close and personal with memorabilia and personal items that explore the life and times of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, the creative genius of the iconic Rat Fink and the man behind such inventive hot rods as the Outlaw (1959) and the Beatnik Bandit (1960). On exhibit, various original art work by Ed Roth and artists from Roth Studios, a collection of over two-hundred and fifty Ed Roth artifacts, many of which are signed, as well as Roth’s Finkmobile, a unique five-wheel creation with seating for one. Also included, never before seen hand-written personal letters from Roth, allowing the viewer a better understanding of who Roth really was and why he was able to influence the hot rod car culture both then and now. The Museum is open daily from 10am – 6pm, taking the last admission at 5pm. Museum admission: $7 Adults; $6 Seniors (65+); $3 Students with current ID; Under 5 free. http://www.toweautomuseum.org Ongoing: Aug 1- Jan 31st 2009 Sacramento, CA. ‘Ed “Big Daddy” Roth . . The Original Rat Fink exhibit.’ Don’t miss your chance to get up close and personal with memorabilia and artifacts that explore the life and times of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, the creative genius of the iconic Rat Fink and the man behind such inventive hot rods as the Outlaw (1959) and the Beatnik Bandit (1960). On exhibit, various original art work by Ed Roth and artists from Roth Studios, a collection of over two-hundred and fifty Ed Roth artifacts, many of which are signed, as well as Roth’s Finkmobile, a unique five-wheel creation with seating for one. Also included, never before seen hand-written personal letters from Roth, allowing the viewer a better understanding of who Roth really was and why he was able to influence the hot rod car culture both then and now. The Museum is open daily from 10am – 6pm, taking the last admission at 5pm. Museum admission: $7 Adults; $6 Seniors (65+); $3 Students with current ID; Under 5 free. http://www.toweautomuseum.org Ongoing: Sacramento, CA. Through Dec 3rd ‘Dare to Dream’ Exhibit at the Aerospace Museum of California 3200 Freedom Park Dr, McClellan, Sacramento. The purpose of Dare to Dream is to present educational elements in scenic environments that will fuel the imagination and build new dreams for the future of space exploration. While totally immersing visitors in the exciting scenic elements, the exhibit also features live performances, child-friendly interactives, and state-of-the-art projection and audio technology to bring this epic story to life. Highlights include opportunities to visit Galileo’s studio, view artifacts from the visionaries and inventors who developed early space technologies, and experience lift-off on Saturn V—which first carried astronauts to the Moon. http://www.aerospacemuseumofcalifornia.org Ongoing: Roseville, CA – Through Dec 08, Exhibit ‘Discovery, Devastation, Survival: California Indians and the Gold Rush’, with a special tribute to Mountain Maidu basket weaver, Lilly Baker. The exhibit examines the impact of the gold rush and highlights several native families whose ancestors survived this devastating period. The exhibit also offers examples of the continuing richness of native California culture through its baskets, jewelry, art and literature. Maidu Interpretive Center 1960 Johnson Ranch Rd, Roseville 916 774-5934 http://www.roseville.ca.us/indianmuseum On-going. Davis, CA. ‘Move
It. Science in Action!’ A hands-on Science Exhibition at the
Explorit
Science Center in 2801, 2nd St.Davis. Admission $4, 3 and under free.
Tues- Friday 2-4:30, Sat and Sun 11-4:30. With the underlying theme of
motion as a defining aspect of life, matter, and the universe, "Move
It! Science in Action" will explore science that is encountered and
observed in our daily lives. The first-floor, Jonsson Gallery
exhibition hall will have sturdy hands-on exhibits providing family and
school-class visitors with a variety of opportunities for questioning,
investigating, problem solving, and discovering. http://www.explorit.org Ongoing: Roseville, CA. ‘First Families, native families that survived the Gold rush’. New Exhibit Opening in conjunction with: Discovery, Devastation, Survival: California Indians and the Gold Rush. This ongoing exhibit tells the stories of many Native Californian families who survived the gold rush and are still hear to tell their stories. With family photos and text we can see how these families continue to thrive today. Maidu Interpretive Center, Johnson Ranch Rd, Roseville Ongoing: Every weekend until September, 11-5pm. Sacramento, CA. ‘Steam train Rides on the Sacramento Southern Railroad!’ Beginning this weekend, and continuing every weekend through September, experience the sights, smells, and sounds of a real, working steam locomotive as it pulls vintage passenger coaches and converted freight cars along the levees of the Sacramento River. Regular steam-powered excursion trains depart Saturdays and Sundays, on-the-hour 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., from the Central Pacific Freight Depot in Old Sacramento. Climb aboard for a relaxing 40-minute, 6-mile roundtrip ride. New for 2008: The addition of beautifully refurbished observation-lounge car “El Dorado,” as a first-class riding opportunity. http://www.railtown1897.org Ongoing – September 2008. Sacramento, CA. ‘Space Quest!’ our popular exhibit about the solar system and space travel at the Discovery Museum Science & Space Center, 3615 Auburn Boulevard, Sacramento. The exhibit features interactive displays with loads of hands-on activities for all ages. Don’t forget your cameras to snap a shot in front of the space photomural. Kids can try a hand at being in space as they move “moon rocks” with the bulky gloves and robotic arms that Astronauts use. In the “Science Shuttle” experiments with color, light, mass, and density simulate tests that scientists perform while on space missions. Children can put on astronaut suits and helmets and immerse themselves in imaginary space travel. Little ones can enjoy playing in a tot “Space Place” built specifically to engage children five years of age and under. And a visit to the Science & Space Toy Store holds many exciting, educational, interactive, space-related toys, games and souvenirs. $5 Adult, $4 Senior & Teen, $3 Children 4-12 and FREE for 3 & under. Weekend Make-and-Take Craft Activities (12:30-3:00p.m.) are FREE with admission and recommended for children 10 & under. Weekend Planetarium Shows and Wildlife Presentations are also FREE with admission. 916-575-3942. http://www.thediscovery.org Ongoing: Grass Valley, CA. The Center for the Arts on Ongoing: Sacramento,
CA. Sacramento
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