CALENDAR
Calendar: Events from June to September 2008
CLOVIS
North American Pole Vault Championship
When, where: 5:30 to 9 p.m. Aug. 1, at Pollasky Avenue and 4th Street.
Highlights: Top national and international pole vaulters compete; farmers market, petting zoo and other kids' activities.
Cost: Free.
Info: (559) 298-5774, www.clovisoldtown.com.
SANTA BARBARA
French Festival
When, where: July 12 and 13, Oak Park, 300 W. Alamar Ave.
Highlights: Crêpes, cancan dancers, French wine, folk dancing, cabaret music, French pastries and more.
Cost: Free.
Info: (805) 564-7274, www.frenchfestival.com.
NORTH LAKE TAHOE
Guided sunset hikes
When, where: Fridays and Saturdays from July 6 to Sept. 1 at High Camp. Arrive at cable car at the end of Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, at 5 p.m.; hikes are at 6.
Highlights: Take a cable car to the top terminal for sign-up; hikers catch mountain and sunset views and, occasionally, full-moon vistas; hikes are at a moderate pace.
Cost: $15, 12 and younger $5, includes cable car ride. No reservations needed.
Info: (530) 583-6985, www.squaw.com/summer /html/fullmoon.html.
SAN FRANCISCO
"Power & Glory: Court Arts of China's Ming Dynasty"
When, where: June 27 to Sept. 21 at the Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin St.
Highlights: Timed to coincide with the
Cost: $12, $7 ages 13 to 17, free for children 12 and younger.
Info: (415) 581-3500, www.asianart.org.
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