LAKE TAHOE, TRUCKEE AND RENO, NEV. Tour de Nez When, where: June 17 to 21, throughout the region Highlights: Bicycle racing, hand cycling, bike clinics, music, food, bike swap, green expo, Clunker Classic and children's events. Cost: Many events are free; see website for details. ...
LAKE TAHOE, TRUCKEE AND RENO, NEV.
Tour de Nez
When, where: June 17 to 21, throughout the region
Highlights: Bicycle racing, hand cycling, bike clinics, music, food, bike swap, green expo, Clunker Classic and children's events.
Cost: Many events are free; see website for details.
Info: (775) 348-6673, www.tourdenez.com
LA JOLLA
La Jolla Festival of the Arts
When, where: June 20 and 21, UC San Diego east campus
Highlights: Nearly 200 artists will display their work, plus cuisine, demonstrations and entertainment.
Cost: $10; free for military personnel with ID
Info: (858) 456-1268, www.lajollaartfestival.org
VENICE BEACH
Eco-Fest
When, where: June 27, Venice Beach
Highlights: A day devoted to preserving the Earth with offerings that include a bike parade, live music on a solar-powered soundstage and local green businesses.
Cost: Free.
Info: (888) 295-8372, (310) 310-3177, www.earthdayla.org
WATSONVILLE, CA.
Spirit of Watsonville
When, where: July 4, downtown
Highlights: A pancake breakfast kicks off this celebration that has arts, a parade and entertainment.
Cost: Free.
Info:www.spiritofwatsonville.org
SAN FRANCISCO
Fillmore Jazz Festival
When, where: July 4 and 5, Fillmore Street, between Jackson and Eddy streets
Highlights: Close to 100,000 people are expected to enjoy live jazz, culinary offerings and Fillmore Street's boutiques.
Cost: Free.
Info: www.fillmorejazzfestival.com
