June 3, 2005 - Woodies Head to Santa Cruz
Woodies on the Wharf in Santa Cruz
June 25, 2005
Woodies and surfing just seem to go together. That's how this celebration of the vintage station wagon became an annual event in Santa Cruz. You can see over 200 pre-1953 woodies all in one place.
In true Santa Cruz style, the event is laid-back and fun. If you have a woodie, just show up. You can park your woodie on the wharf starting at 6 am. The event opens to the public at 10 am and ends at 4 pm with a parade off the wharf.
There will be music, t-shirts, memorabilia, and prize drawings. Presented by the Santa Cruz Woodies. Co-sponsored by O'Neill, the Wharf Association and the City of Santa Cruz.
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June 9, 2005 - Things To Do In Santa Barbara
Whether it's art and culture, or fun in the sun, you'll find plenty to do in Santa Barbara.
With over 100 miles of shoreline and some 18 beaches, you'll find plenty of opportunity for water sports of every variety. Equipment of all sorts can be rented locally -- from surfing and scuba gear to kayaks and sailboats. You can even take sailing lessons.
If you're looking for adventure, try a daytrip or a multi-day camping excursion to the wild and beautiful Channel Islands. Or go hiking and camping in the Los Padres National Forest. You can go horseback riding, birding, parasailing, snorkeling, diving, rock climbing, golfing or whale watching.
If all that tires you out, Santa Barbara is also a great place to just relax.
You can enjoy Santa Barbara's history and charm with a walking tour. The Red Tile Walking Tour through the historic downtown area is a popular choice. You can also rent a bicycle or quadricycle for a ride along the beachfront bike path.
Santa Barbara boasts numerous museums, art galleries, concerts, and cultural events. And, of course, there's plenty of great food and great shopping.
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June 15, 2005 - Wine, Food & Fun in Mendocino
The 7th Annual Mendocino Wine Affair
June 24 & 25, 2005
Enjoy food, wine, music and dancing at Mendocino County's annual wine festival.
On Friday, there will be a "Western Wine Round-up" where you can meet local vintners and growers and sample their wines. You can dance to live country western music, enjoy a barbecue, and bid in the full case silent auction. Friday's events take place in Ukiah.
On Saturday, you can enjoy the "Garden Affair & Gala Dinner" in Hopland. There will be over 100 Mendocino wines for you to sample. Festivities include a silent auction, fine dining, a tour of organic gardens, exhibits of local artists, music and dancing.
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June 27, 2005 - California's Beach Amusement Parks
If you're looking for a great place to have some fun in the sun this summer, consider California's seaside amusement parks. You'll enjoy rides, arcades, miniature golf, and lots of eats -- with the beach and the surf at your fingertips.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
This is the grandaddy of them all. You can take a ride on the vintage Giant Dipper wooden roller coaster or Looff Carousel. There are arcade games, laser tag, restaurants, snacks and more. The amusement park is located right on the beach, and there's no admission fee.
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier
An amusement park built on a pier. Imagine that! You'll find rides, including a roller coaster, ferris wheel, and more. There are midway games, fast food and snacks. No admission fee.
Balboa Fun Zone in Newport Beach
You'll find lots of fun to be had here. Rides include a ferris wheel, merry-go-round and carousel. There are arcade games and miniature golf. You can also board a harbor cruise or whale-watching cruise. Plenty of shopping and restaurants. No admission fee.
Belmont Park on Mission Beach in San Diego
Plenty to do here. You can ride the 1929 vintage Giant Dipper roller coaster, practice your surfing or body boarding skills on the Flowrider, enjoy arcade and video games, climb a rock wall... and that's just for starters. Restaurants, snack bars, and shops are located in the park.
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