CALENDAR

Calendar: events for June and July 2009

By Avital Binshtock
05:25 PM PDT, June 11, 2009

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.

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