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22 year—hungry, thirsty, craft-starved folks. As usual, a section of the fest will include over 200 artists and their various works. There will also be food booths, wine, a merchant marketplace, an emphasis on live music and a kids area. June 22–23. San Anselmo Avenue between Bolinas and Tamalpais streets. 10am–6pm. 415.454.2510.
Sonoma-Marin Fair The world’s ugliest dogs appear and a hundred tons of metal collide in the destruction derby, with carnival rides, fair food and more. Musical lineup includes the Marshall Tucker Band (June 19), Kix Brooks (June 21) and Loverboy (June 22). The Fiesta Latina buttons it up on June 23. Sonoma-Marin Fair, Petaluma Fairgrounds, two blocks west of East Washington Exit, Petaluma. June 19–23. Noon to midnight. $10-$15. sonoma-marinfair.org.
Mill Valley Wine & Gourmet Food Tasting Now in its 32nd year, this event was founded by Jim Canepa, the late owner of the Mill Valley Market, and has evolved over the years into a fest noted for its large selection of boutique wines and new food trends. Live music, too! June 23 at Depot Plaza, downtown Mill Valley. 1–4pm. 415.388.9700. www.millvalley.org.
Sierra Nevada World Music Fest Slightly outside the North Bay but of avid interest to locals is this three-day roots reggae and worldmusic festival at Booneville’s Mendocino County Fairgrounds, running this year June 21–23. Acts include Damian Marley and Stephen Marley with Ghetto Youths Crew, Alpha Blondy, K’naan, Marcia Griffiths and many others, plus late-night dancehall. All three days, $170; limited camping available. 916.777.5550. www.snwmf.com. Rodney Strong Concert Series The 23rd annual Summer Concert Series in the sunny grasslands behind the Rodney Strong features adult contemporary favorites and music legends. June 22, Michael McDonald; Aug. 2, BWB (Rick Braun, Kirk Whalum, Nora Brown); Aug. 4, Dwight Yoakam; Aug. 17, Dave Koz with Mindi Abair, Gerald Albright and Richard Elliot; Sept. 1, BB King. Rodney Strong Vineyards, 11455 Old Redwood Hwy., Healdsburg. $60–$115. 707.869.1595. San Anselmo Art & Wine Festival Over 60,000 folks converge on downtown San Anselmo each
Kate Wolf Memorial Music Festival A fantastic lineup appears at this festival’s 18th year honoring the work of late singersongwriter Kate Wolf. Artist highlights include performances by the Brothers Comatose, Angelique Kidjo, Iris Dement, Pool Man’s Whiskey and many others. Plan to camp. June 28–30. Black Oak Ranch, Laytonville. Full festival pass, including three nights camping, is $80–$225. Daily tickets available, $40–$90. Under six, free. www.katewolfmusicfestival.com. Broadway Under the Stars Presented each year by Transcendence Theatre Company, some of the brightest stars in Hollywood and on Broadway come to perform in the comfortable night air in Jack London State Park. June 28–30 and July 5–6, “Fly Me to the Moon”; July 19–20, “Fantastical Family Night”; Aug. 9–10, 15–17, “Dancing Through Life”; Aug. 30–31, “Gala Celebration.” Pre-show picnic at 5pm; concerts begin at 7:30pm in the outdoor winery ruins. 2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen. $29–$117. 877.424.1414. California Beer Festival The best brewers in the Golden State face off with over 70 beers on
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Cotati Jazz Festival The “biggest little jazz festival” celebrates its 32nd anniversary with food, beer, music and every musical and nonmusical venue in downtown Cotati. Performers include Jason Bodlovich, One World Latin Band, Bautista and the Burleigh Bunch. June 16. Noon–7pm. www.cotatijazz.com.
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