The Delta: Northern California's Inland Cruising Destination

September 17, October 15
Certified Farmers Market, Downtown Rio Vista, 4-7 p.m.

September 19
Delta Waterway Cleanup, Rio Vista Watersports Association, Sherman Island, 9 a.m.-noon. Part of California Coastal Cleanup Day.

Brannan Island Cleanup, Brannan Island State Recreation Area, Isleton, 9 a.m.-noon. Part of California Coastal Cleanup Day. Water and light snacks, trash bags and gloves will be provided. Participants are asked to bring additional water, closed-toed shoes, and sun protection. Contact [email protected].

Benicia Oktoberfest & Marketplace, First Street Green, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Three live bands, vendors, German culture, beer and food, family games. Kids' zone with inflatable play zone, root beer garden, face painting. Bavarian costumes encouraged. $10-$40, free for kids 12 & under.

September 20, 27; Sundays through October
Antioch Farmers' Market, Rivertown District, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, prepared foods. Plenty of free parking.

September 24
A Century of Community, Jean Harvie Community Center, Walnut Grove, 1-4 p.m. Celebrating 100 years. Refreshments, historical displays, storytelling. Now collecting memorabilia and stories. Amber, (916) 870-4317 or [email protected].

September 25
Learn to Canoe, Brannan Island SRA, 4-6 p.m. All equipment provided. $10 entry fee. Reservations encouraged. Contact [email protected].

September 25-26
Classic Steamboats, B&W Resort, Isleton, 4-6 p.m. (916) 777-6161.

September 26
Learn to Fish + Fishing Rod Raffle, Brannan Island SRA, 4-6 p.m. Equipment provided. Ages 16+ encouraged to get a CDFW license. Meet at the fishing pier at the back of the park. $10 entry fee. Contact [email protected].

September 27
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.

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].

October 2-4
Antique & Classic Boat Society Delta Cruise, B&W Resort, Isleton. Classic boats presented by the ACBS Northern CA/Lake Tahoe chapter. (916) 777-6161.

October 3
Lions' Car & Motorcycle Fundraiser, Main Street, Rio Vista. Registration at 7 a.m.; awards at 2 p.m. Tony, (530) 845-4893 or Joe, (919) 265-7857.

October 10
Craft Fair & Rummage Sale, Willow Berm Marina, Isleton, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Interested participants contact [email protected].

October 24
Fall Chili Cook-Off, Park Delta Bay, Delta Loop, Isleton. (916) 777-5588.

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