Calendar of events
Our online calendar is updated throughout the year. Some dates are subject to change. To update a listing, e-mail design@thereporter.com and indicate your change is for our online almanac or call 453-8145. JANUARY Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday, downtown Georgia Street. Winters: The Winters Celebration in Review includes recognition of the Chamber of Commerce's Citizen of the Year with dinner and entertainment, fourth Saturday in January: (530) 795-2329. FEBRUARY Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street. Vacaville: The Vacaville Art League and Gallery student art show, every February at the gallery, 718 E. Monte Vista Ave.: 448-8712. MARCH Fairfield-Suisun: 55th Annual Hoedown. 425-4276. Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street. Dixon: Dixon Chamber's Citizen of the Year dinner and dance, 5-11 p.m., Dixon Fair Grounds' Madden Hall. 678-2650. APRIL Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street.5: Vacaville: America, 8 p.m., Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre. Folk-rock legends, America, rode into the music scene on their "Horse with No Name" in 1972. Combining pop-rock, folk-jazz, Latin rhythms and a little bit of country the band claimed the '70s Top 40 with hits like "Ventura Highway" and "Sister Golden Hair." 5-
7: Vacaville: Buckingham Independent film festival, Brenden Theatres, 51 Davis St. Short films by filmmakers 12 and up; Tickets: $5. www.buckinghamfilmfest.com. 453-7337, ext. 7424.
6: Vallejo: The Lyric Awards, 6 p.m. at the Fetterly Playhouse for the Arts 823 Marin. 649-ARTS.
8: Dixon: "Wake-Up Dixon"- Jack Rabbits flats, 7 a.m., 5610 Nicholas Lane.
19: Vacaville: Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Director's Ball, 6 to 9 p.m. at Yin Ranch. Fund-raiser celebrating businesses. Silent and live auction, dinner and dancing. $100 per person. 448-6424
19: Vallejo: Second Annual Best Trick Competition at the BMX / Skate Park. Competition for BMX Bikers (April 19) and Skateboarders (April 20). Live Music, cool demos, skate vendors. Trophies for winners who are invited to a Grand Finale competition in the summer. 648-4611 19-
20: Vacaville: Medieval Fantasy Festival. Most events are free and family oriented. Old-fashioned games, crafts and merchandise. Music, food, and more. 300 Block of Parker/Main/Merchant St Triangle. 448-1021 or 451-2100.
21: Vallejo: Opening Day of Yachting Season, Vallejo Yacht Club. Annual celebration featuring a blessing of the vessels and yacht parade. 643-1254.
24: Benicia: Certified Farmers Market debuts, 4 to 8 p.m., along First Street every Saturday through October. Entertainment and street booths with produce, crafts, and foods. 745-9791.
25: Vacaville: Solano Wine & Food Jubilee to benefit NorthBay Hospice. Must have advance tickets. 426-6043 or www.wineandfoodjubilee.org.
26: Vacaville: 1st Annual Health & Safety Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ulatis Community Center. Free admission. 449-5482 or 449-5432.
26: Benicia: Benicia Fine Art, Wine & Jazz Festival, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. First annual Fine Art Festival featuring local and Bay Area artists, live entertainment, gourmet foods, wine and beer areas, and an art area for children. (707) 745-9791 MAY Benicia: Certified Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m., along First Street every Saturday through October. Entertainment and street booths with produce, crafts, and foods. 745-9791. Fairfield: Farmers Market debuts, 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday through October at the Government Center Plaza. Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street.
3: Benicia: First Fridays on First, 6 to 9 p.m. Follow the colorful balloons down First Street where shops and restaurants offer festivities and prize drawings. A wide variety of musical styles by various bands can be enjoyed at different locations on First Street. During the summer months, outdoor movies are shown at 9 p.m. at the Benicia State Capitol.
3: Vacaville: Cultural Diversity Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Vacaville Cultural Center (Ulatis Center). Free. 447-2938 or www.culturaldiversityfair.org.
5: Vacaville: Solano Community Symphony presents: Annual Pops Concert, 8 p.m., Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre.
5: Suisun City: Cinco de Mayo celebration and opening day boat parade, kicking off the spring and summer event season. Vendors, food booths and entertainment, including a boat parade and the blessing of the fleet.
6: Vacaville: Solano Community Symphony presents "Great Composers", 3 p.m. at the Performing Arts Theater, 1010 Ulatis Drive. $13 to $25. 449-6217. 8-
11: Dixon: Dixon May Fair, Celebrity entertainment throughout. Junior livestock auction and exhibits. $10, $8 seniors, $6 children ages 5 to 12; Parking is $5. 678-5529, www.dixonmayfair.com.
10: Vacaville: "High Harmony," 8 p.m., Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre. Vacaville Concert Society presents this popular annual event; vocalists from Will C. Wood and Vacaville High perform.
11: Vallejo: Soap Box Derby, 10 to 11 a.m. in front of City Hall. Contact Forrest Jay at (650) 486-5525.
14: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
15: Vacaville: Solano County Library Foundation presents: The Kitchen Sisters, 8 p.m., Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre. The Kitchen Sisters are dedicated to the creation and production of radio programs, documentaries, new media projects, books, lectures, events and other educational programs. Their stories capture and chronicle the lives, histories and daily rituals of people who have helped shape the nation's cultural heritage.
16: Vallejo: 7th Annual Catch and Release Fishing Derby, 7-11 a.m., Dan Foley Park. Preregistration at 395 Amador Street encouraged. For ages 5-15. All children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Awards and raffle at
11:30am. Must be present to win. 648-4611
17: Vacaville: Farmers Market debuts, 8 a.m. to noon, 300 block of Main St. Watch for weekly specials, merchant bargains and chef demonstrations every Saturday through October.
17: Vacaville: Vacaville Downtown Art & Wine Stroll. 451-2100 or www.downtownvacaville.com.
19: Vacaville: Fiesta Days Kick-Off Barbecue, 5 to 9 p.m., Andrew's Park. 448-4613 or www.fiestadays.com.
21: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100. 22 to
26: Vacaville: Fiesta Days, a celebration of Vacaville's Western and Hispanic heritage, various events will be held until May 26. Live music daily. 448-4613 or www.fiestadays.com.
23: Vacaville: VOENA in "Voices of Peace," Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, 8 p.m. The Solano Heart Gallery is an extraordinary photographic art exhibit that features children in foster care who are waiting for an adoptive family and have had difficulty in finding a loving and stable home.
28: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
30: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The CreekWalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
31: Vacaville: Los Lobos, 8 p.m., Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre. JUNE CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week. Vacaville: Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 300 block of Main St. Watch for weekly specials, merchant bargains and chef demonstrations every Saturday through October. Benicia: Certified Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m., along First Street every Saturday through October. Entertainment and street booths with produce, crafts, and foods. 745-9791. Fairfield: Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday through October at the Government Center Plaza. Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street.
4: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
6: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
6: Benicia: First Friday's on First, 6 to 9 p.m. Follow the colorful balloons down First Street where shops and restaurants offer festivities and prize drawings. A wide variety of musical styles by various bands can be enjoyed at different locations on First Street. During the summer months, outdoor movies are shown at 9 PM at the Benicia State Capitol.
7: Vallejo: Pista Sa Nayon Festival, Vallejo Waterfront, Filipino Cultural Festival. The whole family will enjoy this free event, which includes cultural performances, food booths, arts and crafts booths and more. 553-1625
11: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
13: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
14: Vacaville: Vacaville Downtown Art & Wine Stroll. 451-2100 or www.downtownvacaville.com. 14-
15: Vallejo, 2008 Northern California Pirate Festival, 10 a.m. to dusk, Waterfront. This celebration of sail will feature maritime musicians & magicians, seafaring singers, pirate re-enactors, swordfighters, and crews of miscreants waiting to carry you off to a life on the high seas! 866-921-YARR x704
18: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
20: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week. 20-
22: Sonoma: NASCAR Toyota/Save Mart 350, Infineon Raceway. The weekend will also feature the top racing stars of tomorrow in the NASCAR Elite Division, West Series, as well as an extensive vendor midway and other entertainment. 800-870-7223
25: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
27: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
29: Fairfield: Summer Bridal Show, from 12 noon to 4 p.m, sponsored by The Reporter, Times Herald, and Daily Democrat. 707-453-8177. JULY Vacaville: Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 300 block of Main St. Watch for weekly specials, merchant bargains and chef demonstrations every Saturday through October. Benicia: Certified Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m., along First Street every Saturday through October. Entertainment and street booths with produce, crafts, and foods. 745-9791. Fairfield: Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday through October at the Government Center Plaza. Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street.
2: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
3: Benicia: Torchlight parade and dance, 6:30 p.m., First Street. Music, dancing, floats. 745-9791.
4: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
4: Benicia: First Fridays on First, 6 to 9 p.m. Follow the colorful balloons down First Street where shops and restaurants offer festivities and prize drawings. A wide variety of musical styles by various bands can be enjoyed at different locations on First Street. During the summer months, outdoor movies are shown at 9 PM at the Benicia State Capitol.
4: Benicia: Picnic in the Park & Fireworks, noon to 7 p.m., City Park. Arts, crafts, food, entertainment. Fireworks start after 9 p.m. 745-9791.
4: Dixon: Fireworks at dusk in Hall Park.
4: Vacaville: Musical Americana in the Vacaville Museum courtyard, 3 to 5 p.m., 213 Buck Ave. Call 447-4513.
4: Vacaville: Fireworks in Andrews Park at dusk. 449-5517. For information on the 5-K run call 449-5616.
4: Fairfield: Parade, concert and barbecue, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Parade begins noon, Webster and Kentucky Streets. www.fairfielddowntown.com
4: Suisun: Fourth of July Celebration, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. featuring games and races on Main Street, live music, fireworks. 421-7309.
4: Vallejo: Great Vallejo Ducky Derby, waterfront. 644-5551.
4: Vallejo: Independence Day Parade followed by Pops Concert on the Green. For parade and fireworks information, 644-5551 or www.vallejochamber.com.
4: Vallejo: Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, 1001 Fairgrounds Drive. www.sixflags.com/parks/discoverykingdom
9: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
11: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week. 9-
13: Vallejo: Solano County Fair, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily at Fairgrounds Drive. Live entertainment, rides, games, livestock and more. 551-0000 or www.scfair.com.
16: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
18: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
23: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
25: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
19: Dixon: Lambtown USA festival, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Hall Park, live music, competitions, animal exhibits and food celebrating the lamb industry. www.lambtown.com.
26: Benicia: Benicia Fine Art and Wine Festival, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. First annual fine art festival featuring local and Bay Area artists, live entertainment, gourmet foods, win and beer areas, and an art area for children. (707) 745-9791. 16-
17: Fairfield: Tomato Festival & West Coast Barbecue, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 422-0103, www.fairfielddowntown.com. AUGUST Vacaville: Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 300 block of Main St. Watch for weekly specials, merchant bargains and chef demonstrations every Saturday through October. Benicia: Certified Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m., along First Street every Saturday through October. Entertainment and street booths with produce, crafts, and foods. 745-9791. Fairfield: Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday through October at the Government Center Plaza. Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street.
1: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
1: Benicia: First Fridays on First, 6 to 9 p.m. Follow the colorful balloons down First Street where shops and restaurants offer festivities and prize drawings. A wide variety of musical styles by various bands can be enjoyed at different locations on First Street. During the summer months, outdoor movies are shown at 9 PM at the Benicia State Capitol.
6: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
8: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
13: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
15: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
20: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
22: Vacaville: CreekWalk Concert Series, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Andrews Park. The Creekwalk Concert Series provides a variety of musical entertainment in Andrews Park every Friday evening from May 30th through August 22nd. Visit www.creekwalk.com for a list of who's playing each week.
27: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100. SEPTEMBER Vacaville: Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 300 block of Main St. Watch for weekly specials, merchant bargains and chef demonstrations every Saturday through October. Benicia: Certified Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m., along First Street every Saturday through October. Entertainment and street booths with produce, crafts, and foods. 745-9791. Fairfield: Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday through October at the Government Center Plaza. Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street.
3: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100..
5: Benicia: First Fridays on First, 6 to 9 p.m. Follow the colorful balloons down First Street where shops and restaurants offer festivities and prize drawings. A wide variety of musical styles by various bands can be enjoyed at different locations on First Street. During the summer months, outdoor movies are shown at 9 PM at the Benicia State Capitol.
10: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
17: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
20: Vacaville Kid Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Andrews Park in downtown Vacaville. Food, games, entertainment, vendors, nonprofit groups. Free admission. Call 707-451-4459 or visit www.vacavillekidfest.org.
24: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100. OCTOBER Vacaville: Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, 300 block of Main St. Watch for weekly specials, merchant bargains and chef demonstrations every Saturday through October. Benicia: Certified Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m., along First Street every Saturday through October. Entertainment and street booths with produce, crafts, and foods. 745-9791. Fairfield: Farmers Market, 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday through October at the Government Center Plaza. Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street. Vacaville: The Soroptimist International of Vacaville lobster dinner and auction,
5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Ulatis Community Center. Helps Soroptimist raise funds for community projects, which benefits women and girls. Call 446-9864 for specific date. Vacaville: Harvest Days 2008, Pumpkin Patch and Great Scarecrow Contest. Nine-day festival full of family activities including the Halloween Parade and Costume Contest, Haunted House, Harvest Ball, "Great" Pumpkin Cooking Contest, Oktoberfest and weekend entertainment. Pumpkin Patch will run until Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to dark with hay and pony rides. 450-0500, www.harvestdays.org. Vallejo: Loma Vista Farm Fall Festival. Feed animals, arts and crafts an more. 556-8765, www.lomavistafarm.org. Vallejo: Celebrate Vallejo III - A fundraising event for the Vallejo Museum including food, music and an auction. 643-0077, www.vallejomuseum.org.
1: Vacaville: Tribute to Seniors, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ulatis Cultural Center. Daylong event honoring seniors with awards, also entertainment, business expo, nonprofits and health info. Free admission. Call 707-469-6670 or 707-453-8177.
1: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
3: Benicia: First Fridays on First, 6 to 9 p.m. Follow the colorful balloons down First Street where shops and restaurants offer festivities and prize drawings. A wide variety of musical styles by various bands can be enjoyed at different locations on First Street. During the summer months, outdoor movies are shown at 9 p.m. at the Benicia State Capitol.
7: Dixon: "Wake-Up Dixon" – Dixon Family Services, 7 a.m., 155 N. Second St.
8: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
11: Fairfield: Candy Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Texas Street will be covered with arts and crafts, candy samples, magic shows. 422-0103, www.fairfielddowntown.com.
15: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
22: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
29: Vacaville: Town Square Entertainment, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy "live" musical performances in. There will be a wide variety of performers throughout the year. 451-2100.
31: Vacaville: Halloween Stroll, 4 to 6 p.m., downtown Vacaville. Trick or treating with the downtown merchants. 451-2100, www.downtownvacaville.com. NOVEMBER Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street.
2: Daylight Savings Time ends. Set your clocks back.
11: Fairfield: Veterans Day parade and ceremony downtown. Concert, remembrances. 428-7662.
11: Vacaville: Veterans Day Program, 2 to 3 p.m., Town Square, downtown Vacaville. 451-2100. www.downtownvacaville.com.
27: Vacaville: Veterans host free Thanksgiving dinner at the Veterans Memorial Building, 549 Merchant St. 447-6354. DECEMBER Vallejo: Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine every Saturday downtown Georgia Street. Benicia: Merchant Open House, 6 to 9 p.m. Merchants offer beverages and treats and show off their holiday goods while costumed carolers sing. 745-9791. Vacaville: Trinity Baptist Church hosts an annual live nativity scene, 401 W. Monte Vista Ave., 448-5430. Suisun City: Christmas in Old Town at the Harbor Plaza in the Waterfront District, from 2 to 8 p.m. Lighted boat parade, tree-lighting, a merchant open house, caroling, pictures with Santa, a festive bonfire and carriage rides. Call 421-7744. Vallejo: Winter Wonderland in downtown Vallejo. Shopping, pictures wit Santa, entertainment and more. Sponsored by the Downtown Association of Vallejo, 554-6199. Vallejo: Messiah Sing-Along at First Presbyterian Church, 1350 Amador St. Vallejo Choral Society and Vallejo Music Theatre present the Christmas portion of Hendel's greatest works. 649-2787, www.vallejomusictheatre.org. Vallejo: Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum host its annual Teddy Bear Tea, 734 Marin St. 643-0077, www.vallejomuseum.org. Vallejo: City sponsored tree lighting ceremony at Ferry Building. Santa, entertainment. 649-5462.
1: Vacaville: Merriment on Main downtown, Santa arrives, music, entertainment and tree lighting; onion soup in Vacaville Museum Courtyard. 453-8177. 1-
5: Vacaville: Festival of the Trees with fully decorated trees sold at a silent auction; daily Santa visits, arts and crafts, entertainment and more at the Vacaville Skating Center. 448-3826.
5: Fairfield: Holiday Night of Lights, 6 to
8:30 p.m., annual tree lighting and arrival of Santa Claus in the downtown heralds the beginning of the holiday season in Fairfield. 422-0103, www.fairfielddowntown.com.
20: Vacaville: Veterans host free Christmas dinner at the Veterans Memorial Building, 549 Merchant St. 447-6354.
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