California Corner

MERCED--Juicy berries will abound on West Main and Canal streets April 27 for the Strawberry Festival, with crafts vendors and the Miss Strawberry Festival Pageant. Downtown. 6-9 p.m. Free. (209) 383-6908.

SANTA BARBARA--Celebrate Early California artistry on Presidio Day, April 21, with tours and tortilla and adobe making 10 a.m.-2 p.m; a “Don Quixote” reenactment at 5 p.m.; and a barbecue-dance ($12) 5-10 p.m. 123 E. Canon Perdido. Free. (805) 965-0093.

SAN DIEGO--”Tierra, Liberacion y Revolucion” is the theme of Chicano Park Day April 22-23. Crafts, food and music will fill Chicano Park in the Barrio Logan community. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 23. Free. (619) 563-4661.

CARMEL VALLEY--The Earth Day Farm Festival April 22 includes Cajun music, organic food, farm tours and projects for kids. Earthbound Farm Stand, 7250 Carmel Valley Road. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. (831) 625-6219.

CRESCENT CITY--The Earth Arts Fair April 22 includes Native American dancers, live bands, arts and crafts and educational displays. Del Norte County Fairgrounds. 1-7 p.m. Free. (707) 465-1100.

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