Festivals, Feasts & Fairs

LAGUNA BEACH--The 29th annual Sawdust Festival runs through Aug. 27 at 935 Laguna Canyon Road. With sawdust underfoot and fragrant eucalyptus overhead, wander through the works of about 180 artisans from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily (to 6 p.m. on July 4 and Aug. 27). $5, general; $4, seniors; free for kids 12 and under. (714) 494-3030.

* SAN DIEGO--The Harbor Avenues of the Arts festival presents arts and crafts in a maritime setting, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. July 8-9. More than 40 artists are featured on the Broadway Pier at Broadway and Harbor Drive, plus entertainment, demonstrations and fun for kids. Free. (619) 239-1143.

* OXNARD--There’s more art in store at the Channel Islands Harbor Art Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 8-9 and Aug. 12-13. Free. At the Harbor Landing, at the entrance to the Channel Islands Harbor on Harbor Boulevard. (818) 797-6803.

* MENDOCINO--Orchestral and chamber music, opera, ethnic music and jazz are offered at the Mendocino Music Festival, July 11-22. Music is in the festival tent on Main Street (next to the Ford House Museum) in Mendocino Headlands State Park. Single tickets: $3-$22. (707) 937-2044. * CARMEL--The Carmel Bach Festival once again brings a rich schedule of concerts, recitals, lectures and more to this scenic seaside city, July 15-Aug. 6. Music is played in the Sunset Theater, the Carmel Mission Basilica and other venues. Single tickets: $10-$35 ($50 for mission concerts). Dinner packages and subscription series available. (800) 513-BACH.

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