The Delta: Northern California's Inland Cruising Destination

January 17
Locke History Tour, Locke Boarding House Museum, noon-1:30 p.m. Join State Parks staff for a short guided tour of the historic Chinese American community of Locke. Hear stories and learn about the history of the only remaining rural community built by and for the Chinese. Free.

Crab Feed, St. Anthony Parish Hall, Walnut Grove, 5:30 p.m.; dinner at 7 p.m. Crab, shrimp, salad, pasta, break and wine. Raffle prizes. $80 cash or check. Tickets/info, (916) 776-1330.

January 30
River's End documentary screening, Delta Marine Sales, Stockton, 6-9 p.m. Presented by the Delta Chambers. About California's water war, the complexities of water management in California, and the challenges faced in ensuring sustainable water resources. Free.

January 31
Litter Pickers Hwy. 12 Cleanup, Rio Vista, 10 a.m. Meet in Lira's parking lot near the empty bank building.

February 14
Chinese New Year Celebration, Locke, noon-4 p.m. Lion dance, martial arts demo, music performance, screening of Voices documentary, Delta Owyang family lecture, Chinese painting and calligraphy, kids' arts & crafts, face painting and red envelope Lucky Money (for the first 100 kids under age 12), food vendors. Year of the Horse. Free parking and free admission.

February 28
Learn to Fish, Brannan Island State Recreation Area, Isleton, 9 a.m. Fourth Saturday of each month. Meet at the BISRA fishing pier. No experience needed. Loaner tackle available on a first-come, first-saved basis. Interactive demo. A CDFW fishing license is required for everyone ages 16+. Free program; $10 park entry fee. Volunteers welcome. Contact [email protected].

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