The Delta: Northern California's Inland Cruising Destination

October 24

California Delta Veterans Fishing Event and BBQ, B&W Resort Marina, Isleton, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Fish for striped bass and salmon. Tank House BBQ.

Fall Chili Cook-Off, Park Delta Bay, Delta Loop, Isleton, 2-6 p.m. Chili chefs bring yours by 1 p.m. Tasting & sides, 2-4 p.m., $5, supports the Delta Loop Association. Winners announced, 5 p.m. Music & market. (916) 777-5588.

Learn to Fish, Brannan Island SRA, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fourth Saturday of each month. Meet at the BISRA fishing pier. No experience needed. Loaner tackle available on a first-come, first-served basis. Interactive demo. A CDFW fishing license is required for everyone ages 16+. Free program; $10 park entry fee. Get free admission with a State Parks Pass available to check out from your library. Volunteers welcome. Contact [email protected].

Fall Festival, Downtown Rio Vista. Vendors, entertainment, kids' activities.

October 25
Antioch Farmers' Market, Rivertown District, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, prepared foods. Plenty of free parking.

 

Open Mic, Heller's Art & Music Center, Rio Vista, 2-4 p.m. Play an instrument, recite poetry, show your latest art project or perform stand-up. Free; donations welcome.

October 31
Spooky Trunk or Treat, Main St., Rio Vista, 4-6 p.m. Trick or treating, creative vehicle trunk displays, costumes.

November 5
What Future? What Delta? Just Transitions in the Delta Public Workshop, Jean Harvie Center, Walnut Grove, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Six salinity and climate adaptation scenarios have been modeled and compared according to criteria developed by project participants and experts. Exhibition also open November 3-7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

November 8
Rio Vista Roots Community Garden Clean-up, 3rd & St. Gertrude Streets, 8 a.m.-noon.

November 21
Angels of the Fields Benefit, The Pearl, Locke, 1-9 p.m. Live music all day, benefit raffle, potluck. Proceeds bring Christmas to the children and families of local farm workers. Free admission.

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