April 29th, 2015 at 9:00 am
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The much-admired Greystone estate will open its gates for the elegant and prestigious 6th Annual Greystone Mansion Concours d’Elegance. Over 150 classic and exotic cars will compete in the event for awards such as Best of Show, Peoples’ Choice, and Best Per Class, to name a few. A portion of the proceeds will go to Friends of Greystone, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ongoing maintenance and restoration efforts for the mansion. Greystone is beloved for its spectacular gardens, and is a favorite destination for events and photographers. The property has been featured in movies such as The Big Lebowski, Spiderman, The Social Network, and There Will Be Blood.
Where:
Greystone Mansion
905 Loma Vista Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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April 28th, 2015 at 5:00 pm
If there is a better combination than tacos and tequila, it has yet to be found. The Tacos and Tequila Festival will feature 10 margaritas from 10 mixologists, and signature tacos from 10 restaurants. Voting cards will be distributed so you can pick your top three margaritas and top two cantinas. There will also be a beer garden–in case tequila isn’t enough–where you can enjoy 5-ounce samples of local and regional craft beer. Music by Siddhartha, Scott Russo, Los Hollywood, and more will entertain at this 21-and-over event in downtown San Diego.
Where:
SILO in Makers Quarters
753 15th St.
San Diego, CA 92101
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April 28th, 2015 at 3:00 pm
Get a Taste of Anaheim at the 20th annual premier food and music festival. Sample popular food and beverages from a variety of Anaheim businesses. Restaurants, bowling alleys, bakeries and more from Anaheim and surrounding cities will be at Anaheim GardenWalk. Enjoy music from three tribute bands, Dean Colley and his Hot August Night band, L.A.vation, and No Duh while you enjoy the food, drinks and fun.
Where:
GardenWalk
400 W Disney Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
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April 28th, 2015 at 1:00 pm
Learn how to attract the great diversity of birds native to Santa Barbara into your own garden, where you can enjoy them from your home. In this workshop hosted by the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, you’ll find out how to incorporate native plants and design a habitat that is both attractive and safe for birds. The class is taught by Frederique Lavoipierre, education program manager and author of Pacific Horticulture’s Garden Allies series.
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Botanic Garden Blaksley Library
1212 Mission Canyon Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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April 28th, 2015 at 11:00 am
More than 20 years ago, a group of arts advocates, business leaders and local politicians decided that Ventura should claim its rightful place as a regional cultural mecca. Now every year, the Ventura Music Festival takes place in the city’s historic downtown core. Enjoy great artists with a wide musical range such as the Pacific Mambo Orchestra, Tea & Trumpets, and more during the festival’s 21st season. These nationally known singers, instrumentalists, ensembles, and chamber orchestras will be performing in various historic and architecturally unique settings in downtown Ventura.
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Downtown Ventura, various locations
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