Calendar: events for August 2009

 
LA Times | Travel
 

FALLBROOK, CALIF. Wine & 'a Bite' Art Walk When, where: Aug. 15, downtown Highlights: At each of five art destinations, sample food, from six of the area's best restaurants, matched to local wines. Cost: $20 in advance ($15 for designated drivers); $25 at the door ($20 for designated...


By Avital Binshtock // 08.05.09
 

FALLBROOK, CALIF.

Wine & 'a Bite' Art Walk

When, where: Aug. 15, downtown

Highlights: At each of five art destinations, sample food, from six of the area's best restaurants, matched to local wines.

Cost: $20 in advance ($15 for designated drivers); $25 at the door ($20 for designated drivers).

Info: (877) 451-3282, www.findfall

RENO, NEV.

Reno-Tahoe Blues Fest

When, where: Aug. 14 to 16, Rancho San Rafael Park

Highlights: At this fifth annual festival, more than 10,000 people are expected to attend three days of soulful music from a variety of acts, including headliners James Ingram, the Emotions and Lil' Dave Thompson.

Cost: From $35 for single-day general admission.

Info: (775) 857-3378, www.renotahoebluesfest.com

OAKLAND

Art & Soul

When, where: Aug. 15 and 16, Frank H. Ogawa Plaza

Highlights: Satisfy the senses with musical acts spanning a variety of genres and foods from around the globe. Children's activities will also be available.

Cost: $10; $5 for ages 13 to 17; free for ages 12 and younger.

Info: (510) 444-2489, www.artandsouloakland.org

PASO ROBLES, CALIF.

Olive Festival

When, where: Aug. 22, Paso Robles City Park

Highlights: Olive producers and enthusiasts converge to share recipes and partake in olive-themed tastings. (Ever tried olive oil ice cream?)

Cost: Free

Info: (805) 238-4103, www.pasoroblesolivefestival.com