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Jun
11
Wed
Summerfest @ Various locations
Jun 11 @ 4:05 pm – Jul 3 @ 5:05 pm

Music in the Mountains presents its critically acclaimed SummerFest concert series from June 11 to July 3 in addition to its extensive Education programs including the awarding winning Young Composers Project. SummerFest concerts have been delighting audiences for 32 years celebrating music from classical to classic rock, jazz, blues and more. Under the stars at the Nevada County Fairgrounds or at select indoor venues.

See the full schedule and learn more at http://musicinthemountains.org/event/summerfest/

Emmett Cherry Festival @ Emmett City Park
Jun 11 @ 4:40 pm – Jun 14 @ 5:40 pm

The Emmett Cherry Festival is Idaho’s oldest and longest‑running local festival. Each year, thousands turn out for this family‑oriented event to celebrate the arrival of cherries! The eight‑day event/four‑day festival is packed with events and entertainment for people of all ages and interests. The entire town gets involved with the festival. Local and regional vendors from as far away as Texas and Florida return to show their wares. Join us!

(Taken from the event’s website: http://www.emmettidaho.com/annual-events/emmett-cherry-festival )

Jun
13
Fri
Palouse Fiber Arts Festival @ 1912 Center
Jun 13 @ 4:41 pm – Jun 15 @ 5:41 pm

Northwest local vendors. Classes taught by local and national fiber artists/experts. Registration starts now for vendors and classes. Sunday afternoon outdoor fleece sale. A good time. We hope you can come.

(Taken from the event’s website: http://palousefiberfestival.wordpress.com/ )

 

Pssssst! Sarah really wants to check this out, but cannot so if you go please send us a note telling us all about it!

Jun
14
Sat
Color Festival Sacramento @ Gibson Ranch County Park
Jun 14 @ 4:09 pm – 5:09 pm

Rooted in ancient Indian tradition, Color Festival invites all its participants to let go of cares and worries, embrace joy, and live life in full color! Come enjoy an amazing sampling of locally‑sourced vegetarian cuisine, live music, yoga, dancing, and of course, the opportunity shower yourself (and total strangers) in vibrant colors. Discover for yourself the original event that sparked a world‑wide trend.

(Taken from the event’s website: http://www.colorfestival.com/locations/Sacramento )

High Rolls Cherry Festival @ High Rolls Community Center
Jun 14 @ 4:52 pm – Jun 15 @ 5:52 pm

High Rolls Cherry festival will include lots of cherries, cherry drinks, arts and craft vendors, food and drinks and free parking and admission!  No pets please.

(Taken from the event’s website: http://www.hrmplions.com/our-festivals/cherry-festival)

Jun
19
Thu
Berry Dairy Days @ Railroad Park ‑ Burlington Visitor Information Center
Jun 19 @ 4:36 pm – Jun 22 @ 5:36 pm

On the third weekend in June, Burlington will explode into a delicious and exciting place to be.

Fresh local strawberry shortcake, spectacular fireworks show, fabulous parade, Kiwanis Salmon BBQ, entertainment stage with live music, nostalgic Berry Cool Car Show and more!

(Taken from the event’s website: http://www.burlington-chamber.com/events/berry-dairy-days/ )

Jun
20
Fri
Summer Solstice Parade & Festival @ Alameda Park
Jun 20 @ 4:11 pm – Jun 22 @ 5:11 pm

Summer Solstice Celebration is the largest arts event in Santa Barbara, a 3‑day festival and Parade. Saturday’s Parade on State Street draws crowds of 100,000 spectators. It is a creative, multicultural experience with human‑pushed floats, giant puppets, whimsical costumes and masks, drumming, dancing. It makes its way to the festival grounds at Alameda Park, where the Festivities continue.

(Taken from the event’s website: http://www.solsticeparade.com/ )

Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts @ Lakewood Center & George Rogers Park
Jun 20 @ 4:19 pm – Jun 22 @ 5:19 pm

The 51st Annual Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts is a major regional arts event, presenting the creative endeavors of artists from all disciplines of the art world. Located 8 miles south of Portland, Lake Oswego is an arts conscious community with the highest per capita income in the state. Event features Juried Art in the Park with over 120 booths, food booths, wine & beer tent, musical entertainment, kids activities, and art demos.

(Taken from the event’s website: https://www.lakewood-center.org/pages/festival-of-the-arts)

Jun
21
Sat
Tigard Festival of Balloons @ Cook Park
Jun 21 @ 4:25 pm – Jun 23 @ 5:25 pm
Weekend events will include a carnival, craft and commercial exhibitors, good food, Twilight 5K run, GameTime fun zone, Festival of Cars, youth soccer tournament, rib and corn eating contest, Rogue beer and of course morning hot air balloon launches (5:45am – 6:15am – weather pending) and Night Glow (weather pending)!

(Taken from the event’s website: http://www.tigardballoon.org/ )

Jun
22
Sun
Berkeley World Music Festival @ People's Park
Jun 22 @ 4:14 pm – 5:14 pm

17 bands playing music from all over the world & admission is FREE. A fantastic main stage line up of Afrofunk Experience original funk and afrobeats, Manzo Rally with new Latin rock music featuring Gaberiel Manzo lead guitarist from Malo with an all star line up, and the legendary motown review Pride and Joy. Music in 13 various stores & restuarants around Telegraph Ave. area. After party at Askenaz.

(Taken from the event’s website: http://www.berkeleyworldmusic.org/ )