The Delta: Northern California's Inland Cruising Destination

June 9
Just Transitions in the Delta, Jean Harvie Community Center, Walnut Grove, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Interactive exhibition and public workshop exploring future water management possibilities using participatory scenario planning.

June 12
Meditative Walk, Delta Meadows, Locke, 10 a.m. State Park staff will lead the group along the levee trails, stopping along the way to “engage the senses” with the local plants, wildlife, and water.  The free walk begins at the parking lot. Participants are urged to bring water and sun protection.

June 14
Nautical Swap Meet, Owl Harbor, Isleton, 8 a.m.-noon. Free space & free entry. Reserve a space, (916) 777-6055 or [email protected].

Tour of the Locke Boarding House Museum, 1 p.m. Free.

June 14, July 5, August 30
Treasures on the Island Summer Pop-up, Korth's Pirate's Lair Marina, Isleton, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Local artisans, food, music.

June 15
Loopfest, Delta Loop, Isleton. Food, music. Parade starting at B&W Resort, 11 a.m. Mardi Gras theme. $10 entry fee. Call B&W to register, (916) 777-6161. 50/50 drawing at Lighthouse Sports Bar, 9 p.m.

June 19, July 3, 17, August 7, 21, September 4, 19, October 2, 16
Farmer's Market, Downtown Rio Vista. Runs on the first and third Thursday of each month through October 16.

June 28
Runabouts on the River, Stocktons Sailing Club, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Classic & antique boats and classic cars, hot rods & modern performance cars on display, food & drink vendors, live music, free boat rides. Free admission.

June 29, July 27, August 31
Open Mic, Art & Music Center, Rio Vista, 2-4 p.m. Play your favorite instrument, recite poetry, show us your latest art project or perform stand-up.

July 3
Hilton 4th of July Fireworks Celebration, Mandeville, San Joaquin River.

July 4
Independence Day Breakfast & Boat Parade, Marina West Yacht Club, Oxbow Marina, Isleton. Breakfast seatings at 9, 9:45 and 10:30 a.m. $15. 50/50 raffle. Proceeds benefit the River Delta Fire District. Meet up for the boat parade at noon at the Oxbow Marina guest dock. To enter your boat, call Tommy, (916) 764-1123.

4th of July Celebration, Rivertown District, Downtown Antioch, 4 p.m. Main celebration at Waldie Plaza and City Hall parking lot, with live entertainment, local vendors, food trucks, kids' zone, a DJ stage. Parade at 4 p.m. Fireworks at dusk over the San Joaquin River.

July 5, August 30
Free Fishing Day, California.

July 11, August 1
Art & Music Center Main Street Concert, Downtown Rio Vista, 7-9 p.m. Featuring country, blues and classic rock by the Grinders. Bring a chair, drinks, snacks. Free.

July 27
Pear Fair, Courtland, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Celebrating the Bartlett pear harvest. Live music, local wineries, parade, arts & crafts, classic car show, more.

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