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CONCERTS BY CITY - ALL CITIES

    This page lists concerts for all counties and locations by city name.  Click on the appropriate section of the alphabet for the city you are looking for, or continue scrolling down the page. Please remember that although every attempt is made to bring you the most current concert information, all schedules are subject to change.

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ALISO VIEJO

City of Aliso Viejo Summer Concert Series. Concerts are from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Park Amphitheater at Town Center. Information: (949) 362-5890 or www.cityofalisoviejo.com

  • August 27 - The Answer (Classic Rock)

ANAHEIM/ANAHEIM HILLS

September 16 and 17 - Mexican Independence Day in Downtown Anaheim. Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Downtown Anaheim from noon - 10 p.m. on Saturday and noon - 9 p.m. on Sunday. Includes live music, children's activities and more. Activities will take place in Downtown Anaheim at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Blvd). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com.

September 29 - Motorcycle Madness in Downtown Anaheim. Evening event will feature a classic motorcycle movie from 9 - 10:30 p.m., live music by Sam Morrison Band (Southern Rock) from 7 - 9 p.m., a beer and wine garden and street fair. Activities will take place in Downtown Anaheim at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Blvd). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com.

Downtown Anaheim Farmers Market - All concerts are from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Downtown Anaheim at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Blvd). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com.

  • August 31 - Lulu and Afro Brazil (Brazilian)

"GUALALA PORCH VIEW"

ARCADIA

September 20 - Classical Kaleidoscope Concerts at the Public Library. "American Memory." Concert is presented by the Arcadia Public Library Foundation and will take place from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the Cay Mortenson Auditorium of the Arcadia Public Library. Library address is 20 West Duarte Road. Program of Copland, 9/11 tribute by Richard Pearson Thomas and others in a tribute to the American spirit. Information: (626) 821-5572, www.library.ci.arcadia.ca.us, or www.ci.arcadia.ca.us.

ARTESIA

There are no listings for Arestia this month.

BALDWIN PARK

There are no listings for Baldwin Park this month.

BELLFLOWER

September 11 - 9/11 Tribute. The City of Bellflower will be holding a 9/11 Tribute from 8 - 9 a.m. in Library Garden Park, Flower Street/Civic Center Drive. There will be messages of hope, music, a flag lowering, planting of a memorial tree, refreshments and more. Information: (562) 804-1424 or www.bellflower.org

September 30 - 2nd Annual Apple Harvest Festival. The Bellflower Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the city's second annual Apple Harvest Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Bellflower along Bellflower Boulevard. The event features apple baking contests for pies or cobblers, and for preserves, jam or butter. There will also be a pie eating contest, beer garden, food booths, vendors and crafts. Music will be provided by Dave Storm and the Thunder Creek Band. Information: (562) 867-1744 or www.bellflowerchamber.com/

BREA

Brea Jazz Festival - Concerts are every Friday and Saturday night in September beginning September 8. The Festival takes place from 7 - 11 p.m. on Birch Street (at Brea Blvd. one block north of Imperial Highway). Seating is provided or bring your lawn chairs. Information: (877) BREA-FUN or http://www.breadowntown.com/.

  • September 8 - Pete Escovedo Orchestra (Contemporary Latin Jazz)

  • September 9 - Greg Adams

  • September 15 - The Banda Brothers (Straight-Ahead/Latin Jazz)

  • September 16 - Richard Smith

  • September 22 - Reno Jones (Blues)

  • September 23 - Shari Puorto (Blues/Rock)

  • September 29 - California State University Fullerton Big Band Ensemble and Jazz Combos

  • September 30 - Derek Bordeaux (R&B/Motown)

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BUENA PARK

September 22 - September 24 - St. Pius V Church Festival. Entertainment Friday night from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. is Steel Parade (Calypso/Steel Drum). Saturday afternoon entertainment includes dance and Ballet Folklorico Puro Corazon, plus Andy Rau Band from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. and Rockit Scientists (Classic Rock/50s/60s) from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Sunday from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. is Los Principes Del Ritmo, and 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. is Karaoke Finals. Also rides, games, food vendors (fee). Church/festival address is 7691 Orangethorpe. Information: (714) 522-2193 or www.stpius5.org.

Buena Park Summer Concert Series - The Summer Concert Series continues at Buena Park Downtown (8308 On The Mall, La Palma between Dale and Stanton). Performances begin at 7 p.m. Information: (714) 503-5000, www.buenaparkdowntown.com or www.ci.buena-park.ca.us.

  • August 30 - Branscombe Richmond & the Renegade Posse

                             CERRITOS

September 11 - Patriots Day Remembrance Ceremony and Patriotic Concert. The City of Cerritos will host a special Remembrance Ceremony and Patriotic Concert in honor of the victims and heroes involved in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The event will take place at the Cerritos Civic Center, 18125 Bloomfield, from about 5:45 - 7 p.m. There will be a short musical prelude at 5:45 performed by the Cerritos College Community Band, the half-hour ceremony, and a 30 minute patriotic concert performed by the Cerritos College Community Band. Information: (562) 865-8101 or http://www.ci.cerritos.ca.us/

"BIXBY BRIDGE" (left)

CHINO

September 16 - Mexican Independence Day Celebration. The city will host a Mexican Independence Day celebration on the Chino City Hall Lawn, 13220 Central Avenue, from 4 - 9 p.m. Activities include games, arts/crafts, food vendors, live music, folklorico dancers, exhibits, mariachi music and more. Information: (909) 464-8369, (909) 464-8363 or www.cityofchino.org

CHINO HILLS

Chino Hills Summer Concert Series. All concerts are from 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. at Crossroads Park, Chino Hills Parkway at Eucalyptus Avenue. Information: (909) 364-2700 or www.chinohills.org

  • August 30 - Ravelers (Classic Rock)

CITY OF INDUSTRY

There are no listings for the City of Industry this month.

CLAREMONT

Claremont Monday Night Concert Series - Concerts are from 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Memorial Park, 840 N. Indian Hill Boulevard. Information: (909) 399-5490 or www.ci.claremont.ca.us

  • August 28 - Tres Dos (Latin Jazz)

  • September 4 - Johnny Starr and the Galaxy (50s/60s)

Depot Jazz Series - Concerts will take place Friday nights from September 22 - October 20 in the front plaza of the Depot Transit Center, 200 W. First Street. Performances are from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Information: (909) 399-5490 or www.ci.claremont.ca.us

  • September 22 - Swing 4 Sale and Lao Tizer (Concert begins at 6 p.m.)

  • September 29 - Mark Carter or Donovan & Muradian Quintet (Straight Ahead Jazz)

Friday Noon Concert Series at Scripps College - Performances are from 12:15 - 1 p.m. in the Balch Auditorium of Scripps College, 9th and Columbia. Information: (909) 621-8612 or www.collegescalendar.org

  • September 8 - "Brahams Sonata No. 2 in F Major, Op. 99" with Genevieve Feiwen Lee, piano, and Margaret Parkins, cello

  • September 15 - "Schubert Trio in B Flat Major, D. 898" (piano, violin, violincello trio)

  • September 22 - Selections from Bach, Beethoven with Danielle Cummins, violin, and Chien-hui Huang, piano

  • September 29 - "Lieder" by Schumann, Wolf and Kohn. Gwendolyn Lytle, soprano, and Karl Kohn, piano

September 10 - Pomona College Faculty Recital Series. 21st-Century Chamber Music by Cynthia Fogg (viola) and Tom Flaherty (cello). Concert is at 3 p.m. in Bridges Hall of Music, Pomona College, 150 E. 4th Street. Information: (909) 621-8155 or www.music.pomona.edu/calendar.shtml.

September 16 - Pomona College Faculty Recital Series. Concert of Music for Two Pianos by Karl and Margaret Kohn. Honoring Karl Kohn's 80th birthday. Music for two pianos by Debussy, Kohn and Stravinsky. Performance is at 8 p.m. in Bridges Hall of Music, Pomona College, 150 E. 4th Street. Information: (909) 621-8155, www.music.pomona.edu/calendar.shtml or www.collegescalendar.org.

September 17 - Bessie Bartlett Frankel Chamber Music Festival. The Colorado String Quartet performs works by Beethoven, Bartok, Mozart and others. Concert is at 3 p.m. in the Garrison Theater of Scripps College, 231 E. 10th Street. Information: (909) 607-3266, www.coloradoquartet.com or www.collegescalendar.org.

September 20 - Pomona College Guest Artist Series. Organ recital by organist Balint Karosi, Westfield Scholar for 2006. Performance is at 8:15 p.m. in Bridges Hall of Music, Pomona College, 150 E. 4th Street. Information: (909) 621-8155, www.music.pomona.edu/calendar.shtml or www.collegescalendar.org.

CORONA

There are no listings for Corona this month.

COSTA MESA

Weekends, September 2 - 30 - Festival of Children at South Coast Plaza. - The 5th Annual Festival of Children is a month-long celebration of the wonders of childhood with celebrity appearances, music and dance performances, activities and workshops. Most events are Saturdays and Sundays between 11:30 a.m. - noon and 4 - 5 p.m. in the Carousel and Jewel Courts of South Coast Plaza, Bristol St./405 Freeway. Over 50 local children's charities participate in the event. See Festival website for full schedule. Information: (877) 492-KIDS (5437), www.festivalofchildren.org or http://www.south-coast-plaza.com/.

September 16 - CAMPfire Music. An evening of music around the fire pit at The CAMP features music by group(s) TBA. Coffee/snacks provided courtesy of The CAMP. The event will be held at the fire pit next to Adventure 16 at The CAMP, 2937 Bristol, from 7 - 10 p.m. Information: (714) 444-4CMP, (714) 966-6661 or www.thecampsite.com.

September 24 - Community Arts Festival at the Orange County Performing Arts Center. The Orange County Performing Arts Center welcomes the public to an open house and arts festival from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. There will be music, theater and dance performances, hands-on arts and children's activities, tours of the new Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, workshops and more. Visit the event website for full details and the day's schedule. Pre-register for the event (not required) on the website and be eligible for prize drawings. Information: (714) 556-2787 or www.ocpac.org/special/communityday/.

The CAMP's Farm and Art Market - The CAMP's Farm and Art Market is held every Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of The CAMP, 2937 Bristol. Each week features fresh produce, flowers, etc., local/emerging artists, hand-made goods and more. Live music from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Information: (714) 444-4CMP, (714) 966-6661, or www.thecampsite.com

  • September 10 - Mike Barnett

  • September 17 - Erick Macek

  • September 24 - Alisha and Shane Gooding

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"BODEGA ROAD"

CULVER CITY

August 26 & 27 - Fiesta La Ballona - Weekend celebration features live entertainment on two stages beginning at noon (full entertainment schedule available on Fiesta La Ballona website). Also rides, carnival games, etc for fee until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and until 9 p.m. on Sunday. Activties take place at Veterans Park, 4117 Overland. Information: (310) 837-7853, www.fiestalaballona.org, or www.ci.culver-city.ca.us.

Culver City Summer Sunset Music Festival. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. in the Culver City Hall courtyard, 9770 Culver Blvd. (at Duquesne). Information: (310) 253-5762, www.culvercitymusic.org or www.culvercity.org

  • August 31 - Firebird (Russian) and Extreme Klezmer Makeover (Progressive, Traditional and Original Klezmer)

  • September 7 - Geno Delafose and French Rockin' Boogie (Cajun/Zydeco/R&B/Other)

CYPRESS

Cypress Summer Concert Series - All performances take place at 6 p.m. on the Cypress Civic Center Green, 5275 Orange at Grindlay. Information: (714) 229-6780 or http://www.ci.cypress.ca.us

  • September 9 - Cypress POPS Orchestra: "Great American Picnic"

DANA POINT AND DANA POINT HARBOR

Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park - Concerts are Sundays from 4:30 - 6 p.m. at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano. Information: (949) 248-3530 or www.danapoint.org

  • August 27 - Starfire (Cover Songs)

September 9 and 10 - Toshiba Tallships Festival - The Ocean Institute celebrates its 22nd year hosting the largest gathering of tallships on the West Coast. The festival will feature an array of family activities including live music, art shows, living history demonstrations, and food vendors. Also maritime displays and presentations, Polynesian dancers, interactive pirate encampment and cannon battles. Grass Park activities, Chantey concerts, arts and crafts show, pirate and living history encampments and vendor area are free. Fees for entry to Ocean Education Center, Tallship tours and cruises. Entertainment includes sea-faring music, traditional island dancers and more. Full information and schedules on website. Information: (949) 496-2274, www.tallshipsfestival.com/ or www.danapointharbor.com/.

DIAMOND BAR

There are no listings for Diamond Bar this month.

DOWNEY

There are no listings for Downey this month.

"BOY ON THE PIER" (left)

DUARTE

September 16 - Salute to Route 66 Parade, Picnic and Car Show. Salute to Route 66 takes place September 16 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Includes "80 Years of Kicks" parade beginning at 9 a.m. on Huntington Drive at Cotter Ave. "Duarte Celebrates Parks" picnic and classic car show from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Royal Oaks Park, 2627 Royal Oaks Drive. Includes live music by the Good News Blues Band plus local talent, classic car show, celebration of Duarte's 49th Anniversary, crafts corner, carnival booths and games, free rock climbing slide and more. Information: (626) 357-7931, (626) 256-0155 or www.accessduarte.com.

EL SEGUNDO

There are no listings for El Segundo this month.

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FOUNTAIN VALLEY

There are no listings for Fountain Valley this month.

FULLERTON

August 27 - St. Andrews Monthly Sunday Concert Series. Let the Lady Sing IV: Performances of Tony Award-winning songs. Concerts are held at 4:30 p.m at the Episcopal Church of St. Andrew the Apostle, 1231 E. Chapman Avenue. Information: (714) 870-4350 or www.standrewsfullerton.org, click "When We Do It."

September 15 - 23rd Annual Concert Under the Stars. Cal State Fullerton's musical theater students will perform "With a Song in My Heart: The Music of Richard Rogers." There will be selections from The Sound of Music, Carousel, Oklahoma and more, and the evening will conclude with fireworks. Concert is at 7:30 p.m. on the lawn north of the Titan Gymnasium. Evening event is a paid, ticketed/dinner event, but student and the public are welcome to bring lawn chairs to the grassy area and view the performance. Entrance to parking is off State College Boulevard between Dorothy Lane and Yorba Linda Boulevard. Information: (714) 278-2586 or www.csufalumni.com

September 24 - St. Andrews Monthly Sunday Concert Series. The Synergy Piano Quartet. Concerts are held at 4:30 p.m at the Episcopal Church of St. Andrew the Apostle, 1231 E. Chapman Avenue. Information: (714) 870-4350 or www.standrewsfullerton.org, click "When We Do It."

September 29 - October 1 - St. Juliana Catholic Church Fall Festival. Entertainment Friday night from 5 - 6 is barbershop quartet, from 7 - 10 p.m., classic rock. Saturday 3 - 5 p.m. is CTS (Classic Rock), and 7 - 10 p.m. is AeroWatt (Classic Rock/Jazz). Sunday from 3 - 5 p.m. is Alder Eagle and 6 - 8 p.m. is Eastridge Band. Also rides, games, food vendors (fee). Church/festival address is 1316 N. Acacia. Information: (714) 879-1965 or www.stjulianachurch.org.

Fullerton Farmers Market - Live music Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. The market is on Wilshire Avenue between Pomona and Harbor Boulevard. Also beginning at 4 p.m. food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, beer garden, kids' rides and more. Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.ci.fullerton.ca.us/museum

  • August 31 - Bubba & the Big Bad Blues (Blues)

  • September 7 - Split

  • September 14 - Sol De Alegria (Latin)

  • September 21 - The Answer (Classic Rock)

  • September 28 - Superlark (Rock)

GARDEN GROVE

Garden Grove Summer Concert Series. Concerts take place Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Eastgate Park, 12001 St. Mark Street (off Valley View). Information: (714) 741-5280, www.ci.garden-grove.ca.us or www.ggcf.org

  • August 31 - The Answer (Classic Rock)

GLENDORA

There are no listings for Glendora this month.

HERMOSA BEACH

September 2, 3 and 4 - Labor Day Fiesta Hermosa. - Arts and crafts, cantina, two stages of live music, and beer and wine garden each day of Labor Day weekend. Fiesta is from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Pier/Hermosa Avenues; Pier Avenue stage is at Pier/Strand, and Beer Garden Stage is at 11th Street/Beach Drive. See website for full schedule. Free parking at Northrop Grumman lot and free shuttle all day, or park at Mira Costa High School and take free Wave shuttle bus. Information: (310) 376-0951 or www.fiestahermosa.com.

  • September 2 - Pier Avenue Stage: Pretzel Logic (Steely Dan Tribute) and Faux Collins (Phil Collins Tribute). Beer Garden Stage: Summer of Love (60s Haight Ashbury Band) and Jon Bare and the Killer Whales (Blues/Rock)

  • September 3 - Pier Avenue Stage: Allmost Brothers (Allman Brothers Tribute) and Stone Free Experience (Jimmy Hendrix Tribute). Beer Garden Stage: The Rogues (Classic Rock and R&B) and Lisa Haley and the Zydecats (Zydeco)

  • September 4 - Pier Avenue Stage: 4 Way Street (Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young Tribute) and Peacefrog (Doors Tribute). Beer Garden Stage: Yesterday's Child (Rock Hits from Height Ashbury Days) and UnderCoverGirls (All-female, Covers)

"BOWLING BALL BEACH"

HOLLYWOOD

September 10 - Symphony in the Glen (Los Angeles/Hollywood). Symphony in the Glen, Arthur Rubenstein, conductor. Concert is at 6 p.m. in Griffith Park at the Historic Old Zoo. Pre-concert activities for children from 4:30 - 5:30. Program: "Joy of Mozart". Information: (323) 654-6150 or www.larohome.org/concerts.html.

September 21 - Third Thursday Art and Music at the Hollywood and Highland Center. Bands, DJs and up-and-coming artists in the courtyard from 8 - 10 p.m. at the Hollwood and Highland Center. Information: www.hollywoodandhighland.com.

September 24 - 14th Annual Thai Cultural Day. Day's events include dances from four cultural regions of Thailand, Thai costume contest, Thai classical music and drama, kickboxing demonstrations, Thai food, arts and crafts and more. Programs take place from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Barnsdall Art Park, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard. Limited parking at Barnsdall Art Park and Kaiser Hospital. Information: (310) 827-2910 or www.thaiculturalcenter.org

Wine and Jazz at Hollywood and Highland - Live jazz on Tuesday evenings from 7 - 9 p.m. Concerts are free; wine from a different winery each week will be sold, and proceeds will directly benefit Project Angel Food. Concerts are in the central court of the Hollywood and Highland Center. Information: www.hollywoodandhighland.com

  • August 29 - Gerald Clayton Quartet

Fridays By the Fountain - This new concert series takes place Fridays from noon - 2 p.m. in the central courtyard of the Hollywood and Highland Center, Hollywood Blvd. next to the Kodak Theater. Summer series finishes with "Sounds American," regional American music in all its diversity. Information: www.hollywoodandhighland.com

  • September 1 - Angela Easterling and her Farmboys

  • September 8 - The Rainwater Bluegrass Band

  • September 15 - Jenna Mate Jazz Ensemble

  • September 22 - Upground

  • September 29 - Dorsey High School Trudunion Choir

HUNTINGTON BEACH

September 2 - 4 - Boardfest: All-Girl Action Sports and Empowerment Festival. - Boardfest features a family-oriented beach exposition showcasing free attractions and games, surf clinics, skateboarding demonstrations, live music and stage performances all set against the backdrop of a top-rated professional women's surfing competition. Surf and skate competitions start at 8 a.m., stage activities from about 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. New feature Monday: snowboard rail jam contest with real snow on the beach from 9 - 11 a.m. Events 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the beach at 315 Pacific Coast Highway. Information: (714) 375-1132 or www.boardfest.com.

September 8 - Bella Terra Grand Opening Party. - The outdoor shopping complex celebrates its grand opening with performances and activities from 3 - 8 p.m. Activities will include DJs, prize giveaways, surf museum display, live animals with Time Warner's Discovery Channel Animal Planet, food vendors and more. Performance by surf band The Eliminators from 6 - 8 p.m. Bella Terra is located on Bella Terra between Center Drive and Edinger. Some activities also from 3 - 5 p.m. on Sept. 10. Information: (714) 897-2533 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.

September 9 - Senior Saturday Community Festival. - Annual event features live music and more than 60 sponsor booths with information, products and services. Event takes place from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Huntington Beach pier, Main Street/Pacific Coast Highway. Hosted by the Huntington Beach Council on Aging. Information: (714) 536-9387 or www.hbcoa.org.

September 29 - October 1 - St. Simon and Jude Catholic Church Fall Festival. Entertainment Friday night from 7 - 10 p.m. is The Fenians. Entertainment Saturday from 7 - 10 p.m. and Sunday 5 - 9 p.m. TBA. Also rides, games, food vendors (fee). Church/festival address is 20444 Magnolia. Information: (714) 962-3333 or www.ssj.org.

Surfin' Sundays Concert Series 10th Anniversary Celebration - Sunday concerts are from 1 - 3 p.m. in the parking lot behind the Surf Museum, 411 Olive (off Main Street), or at Pier Plaza (Main/Pacific Coast Highway). See individual concert dates for details. Information: (714) 960-3483 or http://www.surfingmuseum.org.

  • August 27 - The Sound Waves. Museum parking lot, 1 - 3 p.m.

  • September 3 - Surf Kings and The Kilaueas. Museum parking lot, 1 - 3 p.m.

  • September 10 - Vindicators. Museum parking lot, 1 - 3 p.m.

  • September 17 - Duotones "Plus 2". Museum parking lot, 1 - 3 p.m.

  • September 24 - The Goofyfoots. Museum parking lot, 1 - 3 p.m.

  • October 1 - Reckless Reefers. Museum parking lot, 1 - 3 p.m.

Huntington Beach Central Park Concerts - Concerts begin at 5 p.m. in Central Park (Golden West/Talbert) behind the main library. Information: (714) 842-4481, (714) 374-1650, www.surfcityevents.com, or www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us

  • August 27 - Tom Kubis and the Golden West Jazz Orchestra

"SCULPTED TREES"

IRVINE

September 16 - Irvine Global Village Festival. - Annual festival celebrates the city's cultural diversity. Event takes place from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. in Bill Barber Park (4 Civic Center Plaza, Alton/Harvard). Features live entertainment from local cultural organizations, and includes performances by Mili Mili (World Music) and Upstream (Caribbean). Also international marketplace, food court, world culture exhibits, children's games and crafts, community partners pavilion and more. Admission and entertainment are free; food court tasting tickets are $1 each. Information: (949) 724-6606 or www.irvinefestival.org.

The Irvine Sizzlin' Summer Sundays Concert Series. Concerts are on Sundays from 5 - 7 p.m. at Woodbridge Community Park (Alton/Lake). Information: (949) 724-6606 or www.cityofirvine.org.

  • August 27 - Super Diamond (Neil Diamond)

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LA HABRA

La Habra Concerts in the Park. NEW VENUE THIS YEAR! Concerts take place Thursdays from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in El Centro Park, Orange Street behind the public library. Information: (562) 905-9708 or www.ci.la-habra.ca.us

  • August 31 - Polynesian Luau

  • September 21 - Rescheduled concert: Scot Bruce (Tribute to Elvis, the early years)

LA HABRA HEIGHTS

There are no listings for La Habra Heights this month.

LA MIRADA

September 13 - Biola University Music at Noon Series. The Los Angeles Flute Quartet. The University presents the Los Angeles Flute Quartet in a concert beginning at 12:30 in Crowell Hall, 13800 Biola Avenue. Information: (562) 903-4892, www.losangelesflutequartet.com or www.biola.edu

La Mirada Concerts Under the Stars. Concerts take place Thursdays beginning at 6:30 p.m. in La Mirada Regional Park (except July 20). Due to construction on the new "Splash" aquatics center, the concerts will be moved to the east side of the Regional Park north of the existing County pool site. Information: (562) 943-7277 or www.cityoflamirada.org

  • August 31 - Cold Duck (70s/R&B/Latin)

LA PALMA

There are no listings for La Palma this month.

LAGUNA BEACH

Laguna Beach residents: Please contact your city directly for information on summer concert programs.

LAGUNA HILLS

September 29 - Simon D-Tour Live at Laguna Hills Mall - The Simon D-Tour Live, presented by Acuvue, comes to Laguna Hills Mall from 3 - 9 p.m. The free evening event features performances by singer Natalie. Also, the first 500 teens to register at the event get a free swag bag. Event includes stage contests, prizes, henna tattoos and more. Event also comes to Brea Mall on Oct. 1 with musical acts Mya and Summer Obsession. Information: www.simon.com, visit individual mall pages or click links to Simon D-Tour Live.

"ANTELOPE CANYON PATH" (left)

LAGUNA NIGUEL

September 11 - September 11th Memorial Event. The City of Laguna Niguel will hold a commemorative event to honor those who lost their lives in the 9-11 terrorist attacks and to recognize the efforts of the police and fire departments. The 5 Year Anniversary event will take place in the Crown Vally Community Park amphitheater, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, from 6 - 7 p.m. It will include speakers, music by Brooke Ramel and a candlelight vigil. Bring a low-back chair or blanket for seating. Information: (949) 425-5100 or http://www.ci.laguna-niguel.ca.us/

LAKE FOREST

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LAKEWOOD

September 11 - Lakewood Patriot Day Concert - Concert will be held beginning at 6 p.m. in Del Valle Park, 5939 Henrilee Street at Woodruff. The 63rd Regional Readiness Command, 300th US Army Band, conducted by Steven Groneberg, will provide a stirring musical celebration of America. Children from Lakewood’s scouting and youth organizations will parade our nation’s flag at the start of the concert. A memorial candle lighting and moment of silence later in the evening will pay tribute to those lost in the terrorist attacks on New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania, as well as the public safety officers and American military personnel who are still on the front lines in the struggle against terrorism. Information: (562) 866-9771 or www.lakewoodcity.org/recreation

LONG BEACH

September 13 - El Dorado Nature Center Cultural Rhythms Concert Series. Cultural Rhythms series brings you a Mexican Independence Day celebration. Doors open at 6:30, concert is from 7 - 8 p.m. at the El Dorado Park Nature Center, 7550 E. Spring Street. Bring low-back chairs or blankets and an earth-friendly picnic dinner. Information: (562) 570-1745 or http://www.lbparks.org

September 24 - Union Bank Sunday at the Museum of Latin American Art. Free family admission day to the Museum. Art Workshop: Homage to Corn. Families can learn about the corn plant and its importance in Latin America. Children can make a traditional doll with corn husks, and recipes with corn as a main ingredient will be given away. Music in the galleries by Bolero singer Jose Cuadros. Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) is located at 628 Alamitos Avenue. Information: (562) 437-1689 or www.molaa.org

September 24 - St. Luke's Episcopal Church Concerts. City of Angels Saxophone Quartet (soprano/alto/tenor/baritone saxophones). Evensong with St. Luke's Choir is at 4 p.m., concert begins at 5 p.m. Program of selections from Ives and Mendelssohn, both classical and jazz repertoires. Performance is at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 525 East 7th Street at Atlantic. Information: (562) 673-2984 or www.stlukeslb.org/music.html.

Every Friday - Just After Noon Music. The First Congregational Church presents weekly concerts from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. The church is located at 241 Cedar Avenue. Information: (562) 436-2256 or http://www.firstchurchlb.org.

Shark Lagoon Nights at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Shark Lagoon Nights lets all ages enjoy live music while observing the sharks at Harbor Terrace. Please note: The Aquarium itself is not open during this time. Only the Shark Lagoon and restaurant/gift shop areas are open for the evening from 6 - 9 p.m.; music is from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Admission is free and food/drinks are available for purchase. Aquarium address is 100 Aquarium Way. Information: (562) 590-3100 x0, or www.aquariumofthepacific.org.

  • September 8 - Ronny and the Classics (50s/60s/Classics)

  • September 15 - Kelly Rae (Country)

  • September 22 - Liparis Nervosa (Latin/Jazz)

  • September 29 - Replacement Killers

Long Beach Parks "Summer Full of Music" Concerts. Many parks in Long Beach will be sponsoring individual concerts this summer (separate from the Long Beach Municipal Band or other park concert series). The concerts are listed below along with the park address and phone number for information. For further information go to www.lbparks.org.

  • August 30 - Flashback. Concert is in Los Cerritos Park, 3750 Del Mar Avenue, at 6:30 p.m. (562) 570-3100.

Pine Avenue Block Party. Downtown Long Beach's newest weekend party. On Friday and Saturday nights Pine Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic from Broadway to Third Street beginning at 6:30 p.m. and continuing until midnight. There will be live entertainment and strolling entertainers under a different theme each week through October 29. Weekends/themes are listed below. Information: (562) 485-3138 or www.downtownlongbeach.org

  • Sept. 15 - 16 - 1940s Big Band Swing Nights

  • Sept. 22 - 23 - Sounds of Mozart performed by the Long Beach Symphony

  • Sept. 29 - 30 - 1950s Rock and Roll Nights

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"PHONEBOOTH, AMBOY"

LOS ALAMITOS

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LOS ANGELES - DOWNTOWN

September 2 - Drum Downtown. A unique outdoor drumming experience. Hand drums, shakers, tambourines, and other percussion instruments will be provided - you're also welcome to bring your own. No prior drumming experience is necessary. The event is from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the Music Center Plaza (Grand between First and Temple). Information: (213) 972-3660 or http://www.musiccenter.org, click Active Arts.

September 10 - Strada Trio at the Colburn School. The Strada Trio, Hana Kim, violin, Joy Song, cello, and Young Yoo, piano, will present their debut concert at 7:30 p.m. Performance will take place in the Zipper Concert Hall of the Colburn School of Performing Arts, 200 South Grand. Information: (213) 621-2200 or http://stradatrio.com.

September 15 and 29 - Dance Downtown. Put on your dancing shoes and dance under the stars from 6:30 - 10 p.m. in the Music Center Plaza (Grand between First and Temple). On June 9, Cumbia/Merengue with live music. On September 15 - Zydeco/Cajun with live music by T-Lou and His Super Hot Zydeco Band; September 29 - Swing with Stompy Jones. Complementary beginning dance lessons provided at 6:30 p.m. (first come, first served basis); dance from 7:15 - 10 p.m. Information: (213) 972-3660 or http://www.musiccenter.org, click Active Arts.

September 15 - Latin American Heritage Celebration. This colorful event features a wide array of musical genres that include salsa, Afro-Cuban, folklorico, mariachi, Peruvian and Brazilian. Performances are from 2 - 4 p.m. at Angelus Plaza, 255 S. Hill Street, in the Hill Street courtyard. Information: (213) 623-4352 x327

September 16 - World City Performance Series - The family performance series returns for its fourth season with "The Pink Dress," a puppet theater piece set during World War II telling the story of a little girl named Tsuki and her family's internment. Also the On Ensemble, a taiko drumming group that blends traditional with non-traditional styles including jazz and rock. World City concerts are performances celebrating the diversity of cultural traditions in Los Angeles. Performances are at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in the outdoor W.M. Keck Foundation Children's Amphitheater at the Walt Disney Concert Hall (2nd/Grand). Tickets are distributed beginning at 10 a.m. Information: (213) 250-ARTS or www.musiccenter.org/education.

September 16 & 17 - Mexican Independence Day on Olvera Street. Celebrate Mexico's independence from Spain from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the 16th and 17th with live music, dancing, entertainment, carnival rides and more. Entertainment includes: Mercedes Castro, Los Bondadosos, Grupo Aziz Musical, Mariachi Cobras de Jalisco Paso de Oro, the Undercover Girls, Ricardo Duque, Noe Sandoval, Nancy Guzman, Los Primos de Tijerina Grupo La Nacion, Mariachi Latino, Charange Cubana, Grupo Gama and others. Activities take place on Olvera Street at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (across from Union Station). Information: (213) 389-1051, (213) 485-8372, www.olvera-street.com, or www.independenceatelpueblo.com/links/performers.htm

September 21 thru 24 - Los Angeles Korean Festival. Event takes place from 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. all days at Seoul International Park, 3250 San Marino Street. More information coming soon! Information: (213) 487-9696 or www.lakoreanfestival.com

September 23 & 24 - McArthur Park Festival. Street fair and festival is located three miles west of Downtown Los Angeles at McArthur Park (Wilshire/Alvarado). Hours are noon - 10 p.m. both days. Activities include live musical entertainment, carnival rides and games (fee), food vendors, arts and crafts, healthcare and community group booths, corporate marketing and promotion, and more. Information: (818) 734-2744 or www.experiencela.com.

Wednesdays - Midday Organ Recital at Our Lady of Angels Cathedral (see date calendars to confirm concerts or call venue). Free half-hour organ recitals at 12:45 p.m. Cathedral address is 555 W. Temple. Information: (213) 680-5200 or http://www.olacathedral.org

Every Thursday - Noontime Organ Recital at FCCLA. The First Congregational Church of Los Angeles, 540 S. Commonwealth at 6th, offers weekly half-hour organ concerts on Thursdays beginning at 12:10 p.m. Concerts are open to the public. Information: (213) 385-1345 or http://www.fccla.org/music.htm.

Every Saturday - Arts District/Little Tokyo Farmers Market. The Arts District/Little Tokyo Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Live jazz music from 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. The market is located at Weller Court, 123 S. Orizuka Street (2nd Street/San Pedro). Information: (213) 660-8600 or http://www.downtownfarmersmarket.org

Grand Performances 20th Anniversary Season - The Grand Performances season runs from the end of June through the beginning of October. Concerts are held at the Watercourt of California Plaza, Grand Avenue between 4th Street and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Performance time vary. See individual listings for details. Information: (213) 687-2159 or www.grandperformances.org.

  • September 8 - Masanga Marimba Ensemble at noon

  • September 15 - Sena y Verbo at noon. Performance by deaf theater company from Mexico of Noche del Tigre (Night of the Tiger, theatrical performance designed for young children and their families)

  • September 15 - Sena y Verbo at 8 p.m. Performance by deaf theater company from Mexico of El Rey Sordo (The Deaf King, theatrical performance designed for young children and their families)

  • September 16 - Sena y Verbo at 8 p.m. Performance by deaf theater company from Mexico of El Rey Sordo (The Deaf King, theatrical performance designed for young children and their families)

  • September 17 - Sena y Verbo at 3 p.m. Performance by deaf theater company from Mexico of Noche del Tigre (Night of the Tiger, theatrical performance designed for young children and their families)

  • September 22 - Very Be Careful (Columbian Vallenato) at noon.

  • September 24 - Jacki Breger and Friends (Children's) at 3 p.m.

  • September 29 - Double G's Concert 9net (Jazz)

Los Angeles City College (LACC) Noontime Concerts. The Concert Series is a one-unit class with performances open to visitors and guests from campus and the community. All performances take place from 11:10 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. in the Music Building, Clausen Hall, Room 247. Not food or drink is allowed. Campus address is 855 N. Vermont. Information: (323) 953-4000 x2880 or www.lacitycollege.edu

  • Sept. 21 - Lori Ann Fuller, voice and Page Williams, piano

  • Sept. 26 - Yuri Lotokov, piano

  • Sept. 28 - Anli Tong, piano

"FALLING FENCE"

Pershing Square Summer Concert Series - Lunchtime concerts take place on Tuesday and Thursday from noon - 2 p.m., Wednesdays are Swingin' Wednesday Nights from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (in July/August), Saturdays are Pershing Square Kids performances from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., and every third Sunday of the month is Salsa Sunday from 4 - 6 p.m. All performances are in Pershing Square, Olive/5th Street. Information: (213) 847-4970 or visit www.laparks.org. Go to Directory of Services and click the link to Pershing Square.

  • August 29 - Pandemonium (Steel Drum)

  • August 31 - The New 80s (80s Hits)

  • September 5 - Petty Theft (Tom Petty Tribute)

  • September 7 - Mark Harrison (Jazz Quintet)

  • September 12 - Doc Rock-It (50s Rock and Roll)

  • September 14 - Chris Laterzo (Folk Rock)

  • September 17 - Cuban League (Salsa - Salsa Sunday)

  • September 19 - E.P.G.B. (R&B)

  • September 21 - Brasil Brazil (Brazilian/World)

  • September 26 - Zach Broocke (Pop)

  • September 28 - Susie Hansen (Latin Jazz/Salsa)

LOS ANGELES - MUSEUM DISTRICT AND MID-WILSHIRE AREA

Friday Night Jazz at LACMA - Concerts are Fridays from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the outdoor Los Angeles Times Central Court of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wishire Boulevard. Admission to the museum's regular (non-ticketed) exhibits is also free after 5 p.m. Information: (323) 857-6000 or http://www.lacma.org/.

  • September 1 - Michael Session Sextet

  • September 8 - Jon Mayer Trio

  • September 15 - Tomas Janzon Quartet

  • September 22 - Stacy Rowles Quartet

  • September 29 - Gretchen Parlato

Latin Sounds Concert Series at LACMA - The new concert series presents eclectic music from various regions throughout Latin America. The outdoor concerts begin at 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wishire Boulevard. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics. Admission to the museum's regular (non-ticketed) exhibits is also free after 5 p.m. Information: (323) 857-6000 or http://www.lacma.org/.

  • September 2 - Son Mayor (Salsa)

"Sundays Live" Chamber Music Series - Concerts are at 6 p.m. in the Leo S. Bing Theater, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd. They are also broadcast live on KMZT-FM, 105.1 K-MOZART. Information: (323) 857-6234 or http://www.sundayslive.org/.

  • August 27 - The Maestro Foundation presents a midsummer festival of music for two pianos

  • September 3 - Endre Balogh (violin), Steven Gordon (viola), Dennis Karmazyn (cello) and Genevieve Feiwen Lee (piano)

  • September 10 - Sara Andon (flute) and friends

  • September 17 - The Capitol Ensemble

  • September 24 - A Shostakovich birthday celebration with Robert Thies (piano), Sara Thornblade (violin), and Timothy Loo (cello)

Los Angeles Farmers Market Summer Concerts. - Thursday Night Jazz Series and Friday Night Music from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Los Angeles Farmers Market, 3rd and Fairfax. Information: (323) 933-9211 or www.farmersmarketla.com.

  • August 31 - Bad Haggis featuring Eric Rigler

  • September 1 - Wayne Kramer

  • September 7 - DJ Bonebreaker's Orchestra Superstring

  • September 8 - Atomic Sherpas

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LOS ANGELES (USC CAMPUS)

September 13 - USC Polish Center Concert. The Polish Music Center at USC presents a performance by the Midnight Quintet as part of the Music at Noon concert series. Program of Tadeusz Szeligowski Wind Quintet, G. Bacewicz Wind Quintet and selections for organ by Marian Sawa. Performance is at noon at the United University Church on the USC campus. Information: (213) 821-1356 or www.usc.edu/dept/polish_music/Fall06.html.

September 14 - Look Hear Festival. Percussionist Sydney Hopson performs electro-acoustic music by composer Robert Gross on a "musical sculpture" designed and built by artist-musician Christopher Badger. The evening also features an interactive collaboration between painter Michelle Lee and trumpet player Michael Cartwright, and an art installation by Nate Harrison entitled "Can I Get an Amen?" Activities take place on the USC campus in the Roski MFA Gallery. Information: (213) 743-1809 or www.usc.edu, click arts and events calendar.

September 15 - Look Hear Festival. An evening of multimedia cross-disciplinary works with video artist Robert Drummond, former Cirque du Soleil acrobats Sebastien Stella and Katia Sereno, composer-video artist Daedelus, the experimental band Everlovely Lightningheart, USC Thornton faculty composer Veronika Krausas, bassist PJ Wyderka, filmmaker Nana Tchitchoua and others. Performances begin at 8 p.m. in the Doheny Library Courtyard on the USC Campus. Limited seating available, and RSVP is necessary. RSVP to either of the following telephone numbers. Information: (213) 743-1809, (323) 468-8978, www.usc.edu/music, or www.usc.edu, click arts and events calendar.

USC Thornton School of Music Performances. Performance are in a variety of locations on the USC campus. See individual listings for concert time and location. Information: (213) 740-2584 or http://www.usc.edu/music

  • September 8 - Musical Tribute to Elmer Bernstein with the USC Thornton Orchestra and USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra. Performance is in Bovard Auditorium at 8 p.m.

  • September 9 - Music Masters Series, Dennis Thurmond, piano. "400 Years of Keyboard Improvisation." Performances is in the Alfred Newman Recital Hall at 8 p.m.

  • September 10 - Eudice Shapiro Scholarship Concert featuring members of the L.A. Philharmonic, USC Thornton ensembles and others. Admission is free but RSVP is required to (213) 740-6474. Performance is at 4 p.m. in the Alfred Newman Recital Hall.

  • September 17 - Wind Ensemble, "America: Fanfare, Songs and Dances." Peformance is at 4 p.m. in Bovard Auditorium.

  • September 18 - Music Masters Series: Stewart Gordon, piano. "American Romantics of the Late 20th Century." Performances is in the Alfred Newman Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.

  • September 20 - Music Masters Series: Adam Gilbert, recorder. Early Music Faculty Recital. Performance is at 7:30 p.m. in the Alfred Newman Recital Hall.

  • September 24 - Music Masters Series: Erik Forrester, percussion. Performances is at 3 p.m. in the Alfred Newman Recital Hall.

  • September 26 - Music Masters Series: Peter Lightfoot, voice. Performance is in the Alfred Newman Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m.

  • September 29 - Jazz Orchestra. "Tribute to Linda Martinez." Performance is at 7:30 p.m. in the Alfred Newman Recital Hall.

LOS ANGELES - WEST

September 1 - Fridays off the 405. A once-a-month, after-work event mixing art and entertainment where you can socialize, tour the galleries, and revel in the end of the workweek in a casual, spontaneous atmosphere. All Fridays off the 405 feature live music and a cash bar. This month features music by Jamie Lidell. Information: (310) 440-7300 or www.getty.edu. Parking at the Getty Center is $7.

"MULTNOMAH FALLS" (left)

September 10 - Los Angeles Recorder Orchetra. Los Angeles Recorder Orchestra, Tom Axworthy, conductor. Performance is at 2 p.m. at St. Bede's Episcopal Church, 3590 Grand View Boulevard. Information: (323) 654-6150 or www.larohome.org/concerts.html.

Getty Center Garden Concerts for Kids. Three weeks of rockin' tunes for fidgety feet. Come early to browse the galleries, wander the gardens or enjoy a picnic on the grass. Picnics and blankets are welcome on the lawns of the Central Garden. Please do not bring lawn chairs, and make sure coolers or containers are no larger than 11 x 17 x 8 inches. Concerts are Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. No reservations are required. Information: (310) 440-7300 or www.getty.edu. Parking at the Getty Center is $7.

  • August 27 - Charity and the JAMBand

Friday Nights at the Getty - Performances take place in the Harold M. Williams Auditorium of the Getty Center at 7:30 p.m. Performances are free, but reservations are required. Limit of four seats per reservation. Parking at the Getty is $7. Information: (310) 440-7300 or http://www.getty.edu/.

  • September 8 - Vashti Bunyan (Folk)

  • September 15 - David Ornette Cherry (Jazz)

  • September 29 - Angels of the East featuring singers Eleni Mandell and Lavender Diamond's Becky Stark

Saturday Afternoon Concerts at the Skirball Cultural Center's Cafe Z - Performances take place from noon - 2 p.m. in the Center's Cafe Z. Reservations are not necessary. Information: (310) 440-4500 or www.skirball.org.

  • September 2 - Jessica Fichot (Chanson/Jazz)

  • September 9 - Extreme Klezmer Makeover (Klezmer). This show will be followed by a free screening of the movie "Accordion Tribe" (See website for details.)

  • September 16 - Eddie Baytos and the Nervis Brothers (Cajun/Zydeco)

  • September 23 - No performance in observance of Rosh Hashana

  • September 30 - Nativa (Argentine Folk)

Every Sunday - West L.A. Farmers Market. Market hours are 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. with performances usually beginning around 11 a.m. or noon. Also children's crafts table from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. The West LA Farmers Market is held at 11338 Santa Monica Boulevard. Information: (310) 281-7855 or http://www.westlafarmersmarket.com

  • August 27 - Megan Hook (Jazz/Americana) from 11 a.m. - noon and 12:15 - 2 p.m.

  • September 3 - Special Kids Day with performances by Samantha Tobey, 11 a.m. - noon and 12:15 - 2 p.m.

  • September 10 - Kids Day with Creation Station at 11:30, 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. Also, at 10:30 a.m., the Lost and Found Band (Country Blues), and from 1 - 1:30 p.m., Heels and Souls Sqare Dance Club

  • September 17 - Hide Tokunaga (Jazz Guitar) - 11 a.m. - noon and 1 - 2 p.m.

  • September 24 - The Blind Birds from 11 a.m. - noon and 12:15 - 2 p.m.

  • October 1 - Troy Keyn Band (Rock/Funk/Jazz) from 11 a.m. - noon and 12:15 - 2 p.m.

MANHATTAN BEACH

September 10 - Manhattan Beach Arts Festival - A cultural event for all ages which features live musical performances, dance instruction, street performers, and art workshops. Food available for purchase. Festival takes place from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Manhattan Beach Boulevard between Highland and Valley Drive. Information: (310) 802-5407 or http://www.ci.manhattan-beach.ca.us/

September 16 - "The Previews" Concert Series. Alcantara Piano Quartet. Program of Peteris Vasks (b.1946): Quartet and Brahms Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25. "The Previews" is a series of performances for gifted young musicians ages 12 - 28. Performances take place at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1340 Eleventh Street, at 2 p.m. Information: (310) 937-7275 or www.palosverdes.com/tlcmusic/tlcmbs2.htm.

Manhattan Beach Summer Concert Series - Concerts are on Sundays from 5 - 7 p.m. in Polliwog Park, Manhattan Beach Blvd./Redondo Ave. Information: (310) 802-5417 or http://www.ci.manhattan-beach.ca.us

  • August 27 - Crossfire (Stevie Ray Vaughn Tribute)

  • September 3 - Tomorrow's Bad Seeds (Reggae)

"PASSING GAS"

MARINA DEL REY

Fisherman's Village Concert Series. - Beginning in September, Outdoor performances are from 1 - 4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday at Fisherman's Village, 13755 Fiji Way, weather permitting. You should be able to obtain parking validation for two hours at any Village store, no purchase necessary. Information: (310) 823-5411 or http://beaches.co.la.ca.us, click event calendar.

  • August 27 - Chris Glick Band (Jazz/Latin Jazz, 2 - 5 p.m.)

  • September 2 - La Cat (Reggae)

  • September 3 - Susie Hansen (Latin Jazz/Salsa)

  • September 9 - Eric Vincent and the Diamond Cutters (Neil Diamond/50s & 60s)

  • September 10 - Bob Desena (Latin Jazz)

  • September 16 - Bobby Griffin (Blues)

  • September 17 - William Nathan and the Elements (R&B)

  • September 23 - Michael Haggins Group (Smooth Jazz)

  • September 24 - Upstream (Caribbean/Reggae)

  • September 30 - Javid (Flamenco/Jazz)

  • October 1 - The Kid & Nic Show (Americana/Pop)

Classical Thursdays and Pop Saturdays. - Concerts are at 7 p.m. waterside at Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way. No free parking in area. Classical Thursdays feature the Marina Del Rey summer Symphony conducted by Maestro Frank Fetta. Information: (310) 305-9545 or http://labeaches.info.

  • September 2 - Cleo Laine and the Dankworth Group (Jazz)

MISSION VIEJO

The Concert Hour at Saddleback College. - Musical selections of individual and ensemble performances take place from noon - 1 p.m. in Fine Arts Room 101 of Saddleback College. College address is 28000 Marguerite Parkway. Information: (949) 582-4656 or www.saddleback.edu

  • August 31 - Joey Sellers and Friends (Jazz/Classical)

  • September 28 - Pianist Christine Azzoni Dow

MONROVIA

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MONTCLAIR

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"SAND CANYON ROOFTOP"

NEWPORT BEACH

September 10 - Sunday Musicale at the Newport Beach Public Library. UCI Chamber Players. An afternoon of classical music with the UCI Chamber Players. Violinist Haroutune Bedelian, cellist Maggie Parkins, tenor Darryl Taylor and pianist Lorna Griffitt will perform works by Beethoven, Schumann and Faure. Performance is at 3 p.m. in the Friends Meeting Room of the Central Library, 1000 Avocado Avenue. Information: (949) 717-3800 or www.newportbeachlibrary.org.

September 21 - Orange Crush at the Orange County Museum of Art. After-hours series features live music from some of the best Indie bands in Southern California. Tonight: live music by The Vacation plus DJ Alex Dyer. The Orange County Museum of Art is located at 850 San Clemente Drive (near Fashion Island). Event is from 7 - 11 p.m., galleries open until 8 p.m. Information: (949) 759-1122 or www.ocma.net

The City of Newport Beach Summer Concert Series. Concerts are held at 5 p.m. in a different park each month. See individual listings for park details. Information: (949) 644-3211 x2156 or www.city.newport-beach.ca.us

  • August 27 - Upstream (Caribbean/Reggae) in Eastbluff Park, 2555 Vista Del Oro.

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NORWALK

September 15 and 16 - 16th of September (Mexican Independence Day) Celebration - Activities take place Friday and Saturday at the Norwalk Civic Center lawn, 12700 Norwalk Boulevard. Friday hours are from 4 - 10 p.m. On the main stage: Chico from 6 - 7:30 and Thee Midnighters with Special Guest Little Willie G from 8 - 10 p.m. Also food vendors, corn festival, games, and carnival rides/attractions. Saturday hours are 1 - 9 p.m. On the main stage beginning at 1 p.m.: Orquesta Charangoa (Salsa), Hermosillo Folklorico group, youth mariachi and more. Also on Saturday, Miss 16th of September pageant, art show, car show, corn festival, El Grito with "Piolin", games and more. Information: (562) 929-5544 or http://www.ci.norwalk.ca.us/

ONTARIO

August 30 - Western Society of Chamber Music Concert. Chamber music concert will be held at 6 p.m. in the Hill Auditorium, 211 West Fifth Street (Fifth/Euclid). Program: selections from Ginastera, Rzevski and others. Information: (909) 230-1185 or www.westernsocietyofchambermusic.org/CCMShome.html

September 20 - Western Society of Chamber Music's Concerts at the Hill. Opening concert for 2006 - 2007 season will feature a program of Brahms, Charles de Beriot, Rebecca Clarke, Max Bruch, and the world premiere of Darin Templeton's String Quartet No. 1, Op.4. Performance is at 6 p.m. in the Hill Auditorium, 211 West Fifth Street (located beneath the clock tower at the corner of 5th Street/Euclid Avenue). Information: (909) 230-1185 or www.westernsocietyofchambermusic.org/september2006

ORANGE

September 21 - Summer Blues Music Series. Artists TBA. Concert takes place from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Irvine Regional Park, 1 Irvine Park Road, in Orange. Concert is free, but parking is $3. Bring lawn chair/blanket. Information: (714) 973-6835, (714) 973-3173, or www.ocparks.com, go to Irvine Regional Park.

September 29 - October 1 - St. Norbert Catholic Church Festival. Entertainment Friday night TBA. Saturday is the Fenians (Irish), time TBA. Sunday entertainment TBA. Also rides, games, food vendors (fee). Church/festival address is 300 E. Taft Avenue. Information: (714) 637-4360 or www.stnorbertchurch.org.

Orange International Street Fair.. Annual event takes place September 1 - 3 in the Chapman/Glassell traffic circle area of downtown Orange. Four blocks of ethnic food vendors, and music/entertainment on nine stages. Please note: This event can be VERY crowded, and comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. Information: http://orangestreetfair.org

  • September 1 - Hours from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Entertainment begins at 5 p.m.

  • September 2 - Hours from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Entertainment begins at 10 a.m. on some stages, 11 a.m. on others

  • September 3 - Hours from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Entertainment from 11:30 or noon - 9 p.m.

PASADENA

"SALTON SEA PALMS" (left)

Pasadena Presbyterian Church Music at Noon Concerts. - Concerts take place at 12:10 in the church sanctuary and are open to the public. The church is in Downtown Pasadena at the corner of Colorado and Madison. Information: (626) 793-2191 or www.ppc.net/music/noonconcerts.html.

  • August 30 - Kelby Thwaits, baritone, and David Troy Francis, piano

  • September 6 - Michael Sellers, pianist

  • September 13 - Sharon Harman, violin, and Polli Chambers-Salazar, pianist

  • September 20 - Patricia Woodward, flutist

  • September 27 - Boglarka Kiss, flutist, and Alison Bjorkedal, harpist

Levitt Pavilion Summer Concert Series. - Performances are five nights a week. Wednesday is Children's Night, Thursday is World Rhythms, Friday is Dance Beat, Saturday is Musica Latina, and Sunday is Jazz Night. Shows begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, and at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. All performances are at the Levitt Pavilion Bandshell in Memorial Park, corner of Walnut and Raymond in Old Town Pasadena. Information: (626) 683-3230 or www.levittpavilionpasadena.org.

  • August 27 - Phyllis Battle (Jazz)

  • August 30 - Bob Baker Marionettes (Children's)

  • August 31 - Gulay and the Ensemble Aras (European/World Music)

  • September 1 - Kenny Sara and the Sounds of New Orleans (Jazz/Zydeco)

  • September 2 - Mariachi Divas (All-Female Mariachi)

  • September 3 - Season Finale!

PLACENTIA

September 23 & 24 - Middle Eastern Food Festival. Includes cultural performances, middle eastern food/pastry sales, game booths, and more. Activities take place from noon - 9 p.m. both days at the Holy Cross Melkite-Greek Catholic Church, 451 W. Madison Avenue. Information: (714) 985-1710.

Placentia Summer Concert Series. Concerts are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in Tri-City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer (south of Imperial). Information: (714) 993-8232 or www.placentia.org

  • August 31 - Moonlight Express (Big Band)

PUENTE HILLS/ROWLAND HEIGHTS

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RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

Celebrating the Community Weekend.. The city will celebrate the fruition of the vision that the original developers saw for the community 20 years ago. Events will take place in Central Park, 30842 La Miranda. Information: (949) 448-6252, (949) 635-1800 x6401, www.samlarc.org or www.cityofrsm.org

  • September 2 - Historical displays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Taste of Rancho and Street Fair, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Children's Fun Fair, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Battle of the Bands (6 local bands in competition), 7 - 10 p.m.

  • September 3 - Historical displays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Talent Show, 1 - 3 p.m.; Summer Concert and BBQ featuring Soul Shadows (Swing/R&B/Soul) and The Silverados (Country) from 5 - 10 p.m.

"BODIE SHELL STATION"

REDONDO BEACH

September 10 - Riviera United Methodist Church 50th Anniversary Celebration. The Church celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a performance by tenor Jonathan Mack in a program featuring selections from Mozart, Schubert, Britten and others. Performances is at 7 p.m. Riviera United Methodist Church address is 375 Palos Verdes Boulevard. Information: (310) 378-9273.

Redondo Beach Pier Summer Concerts Except where noted, concerts are Tuesdays and Saturdays at the Redondo Beach Pier from 6 to 8 p.m. Information: www.redondopier.com

  • September 2 - Forced Call (Rockin' Blues)

  • September 5 - Free to Be Me Drum Circle (Percussion/Rhythm Circle from 4 - 6 p.m.)

SAN CLEMENTE

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

San Juan Capistrano Summer Nights - Concerts are from 6 - 8:30 p.m. in Historic Town Center Park, 31806 El Camino Real. Information: (949) 493-5911 or www.sanjuancapistrano.org

  • September 20 - Doo Wah Riders (Country)

SANTA ANA

September 2 - Hot Coffee and Cool Jazz on Warm Summer Nights. After you stroll through the Artists' Village Open House, stop by the "old red church" to listen to music on the outdoor patio of one of Santa Ana's oldest landmarks. Tonight: Performance by Ken Kawamura and his Crepuscule Jazztet with special guest jazz trumpeter Bobby Bradford. Event is at the Episcopal Church of the Messiah, 614 N. Bush Street. Information: (714) 543-9389 or www.messiahsantaana.org.

September 16 and 17 - Fiestas de las Americas (Fiestas Patrias) - This festival celebrates the Independence Days of several Latin and South American countries that coincide with Mexican Independence Day. Event takes place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the 16th, and from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. on the 17th, in the six-block area of the 4th Street Corridor in Old Town Santa Ana (from French Street to Broadway). Includes continuous live entertainment on the main stage, arts and crafts booths, a carnival and food vendors. Information: (310) 914-0015, (310) 914-1933, http://www.fiestasoftheamericas.com/, or http://www.fiestaspatriascalifornia.com/

SANTA FE SPRINGS

September 15 and 16 - 2006 Fiestas Patrias: Arte y Cultura. The City's 2006 Fiestas Patrias: Arte y Cultura will be held on Friday from 6 - 11 p.m. and Saturday from 1 p.m. - midnight at The Neighborhood Center, 9255 Pioneer Boulevard. Friday: Book signing from 6 - 7 p.m. with Yxta Maya Murray, author of The Queen Jade, and Orquesta 8.8 (Sabrosa Latin Salsa Band) beginning at 8 p.m. On Saturday, Malo and the East L.A. All-Stars beginning at 8 p.m. Also on both days: authentic Mexican food booths, collective art show of urbanistas, traditional folk and contemporary arts, performances by Fiesta del Mariachi, folklorico and Aztec dancers, mechanical rides and more. Information: (562) 692-0261 or www.santafesprings.org.

SANTA MONICA

September 24 - Lincoln Chamber Music Society Concert. New Hollywood String Quartet (violins, viola and cello). Program of Beethoven and Dvorak. Performance is at 3 p.m. in the Lincoln Middle School Auditorium, 1501 California Avenue. Concerts are free and parents are encouraged to bring children of all ages. There will be a question/answer opportunity at the end of the concert. Information: (310) 393-9227, www.lincoln.smmusd.org or www.newhollywoodstringquartet.com.

"GRANITE DELLS BALANCED ROCK" (left)

September 27 - Crossroads School Music Faculty Concert. The music faculty of the Crossroads School will offer a concert at 7:30 p.m. Performance is in Roth Hall of the Crossroads School, 21st Street Campus, 1714 21st Street. Information: (310) 829-7391 or www.xrds.org/pubevents/01classic.htm.

September 29 - October 1 - St. Monica's Octoberfair 2006. Annual church festival includes Friday, Saturday and Sunday entertainment. Friday: Jim Gibson Chili Cook-Off Band (Cajun/Rock/Blues) from 6 - 10 p.m. Saturday: From 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Rip Masters and the Rockabilly Rebels (Rockabilly), from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. Monty and Ed (Classic Rock) with salsa dance exhibition from 5:15 - 5:45, and Brotherhood (Latin/Rock) from 6 - 10 p.m. Sunday: The Tim Peterson Singers (Gospel) from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Mr. Gogia (Christian Blues/Rock) from 2 - 4 p.m., Val Jansen (Christian) from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., and the church youth choir at 7:30 p.m. Also rides, games, food vendors (fee). Church/festival address is 725 California Avenue. Information: (310) 566-1500 or www.stmonica.net.

Jazz on the Lawn at City Hall. Concerts are from 5 - 7 p.m. on the Santa Monica City Hall Lawn, Main/Colorado. Information: (310) 458-8350

  • August 27 - The Mad Alsacians

Live Music at the Sunday Farmers Market. - The Sunday Farmers Market takes place from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Main Street/Ocean Park. Music is from about 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Information: (310) 458-8712, (310) 458-8411 or www.farmersmarket.santa-monica.org.

  • August 27 - Critical Brass

  • September 3 - Jacqueline de Gallo

  • September 10 - The Nick Demopolous Quartet

  • September 17 - Murphy's Luck

  • September 24 - Orchestra Superstrings

Santa Monica Pier/Twilight Dance Summer Concerts - Concerts are on Thursdays from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Santa Monica Pier, Ocean Boulevard at Colorado. Information: (310) 458-8900, http://www.twilightdance.org/ or http://www.santamonicapier.org/

  • August 31 - Stephane Wrembel (Gypsy Jazz) and David Grisman ("Dawg Music" - Swing/Bluegrass/Latin/Jazz)

"Wake Up With The Waves" Children's Performances. - This series of interactive concerts/activities for children will take place every Saturday morning through October 28. Performances are from 9 to about 11 in the Santa Monica Pier's Central Plaza. Information: (310) 458-8900 or www.santamonicapier.org.

  • September 9 - Michael Cladis "Fun with Music"

  • September 16 - Ocean Music from "Under the Sea"

  • September 23 - Lou Stratten "Stories and Music"

  • September 30 - Mariachi para sus Ninos

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SEAL BEACH

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SIGNAL HILL

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STANTON

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SOUTH PASADENA

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TEMPLE CITY

Temple City Concerts in the Park. Concerts begin at 7 p.m. in the Temple City Park Peforming Arts Pavilion, 9701 Las Tunas Drive. Information: (626) 285-2171 or www.templecity.usa

  • August 30 - The Answer (Classic Rock)

TORRANCE

August 27 - Torrance Symphony. Frank Fetta, Conductor. Also features Roberto Cani, violin, and Matthew Edwardsen, tenor, in a program of Tchaikovsky, Kreisler, Verdi, Puccini, Richard Rogers, Dvorák, and more. The Torrance Symphony is a fully professional orchestra under the direction of Maestro Frank Fetta that offers free concerts to the community. Concert is at 1:30 p.m. in Charles H. Wilson Park (Lagoon Area), 2200 Crenshaw Boulevard, Torrance. Come early and bring a lawn chair or blanket. Information: (310) 325-3548 or www.torrnet.com

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"ZEN GARDEN"

TUSTIN

There are no listings for Tustin this month. Please check back in October for the Tiller Days schedule.

UPLAND

September 16 - Upland Family Fun Day - Celebrate 100 years of community pride at the Upland Family Fun Day and Community Picnic. Event is from noon - 5 p.m. at Memorial Park. Includes crafts, family-style games, bounce house, contests and music by The Answer (Classic Rock). Information: (909) 931-4280 or www.ci.upland.ca.us

VENICE

August 27 - Reboot and Rock the Beach. - Arrowhead Mountain Spring Water and Heal the Bay are teaming up to throw Venice Beach a clean shores concert. Come in the morning between 10 and 10:30 to register as a volunteer to clean the beach (free T-shirt included). Help clean the beach from 10:30 to noon, then stay for a concert by Jurassic 5 and Jonny Lang from 12:30 - 2 p.m. Special VIP section at concert for volunteers, also Arrowhead water, mini massages, prizes and more. Events take place beginning at Windward Plaza in Venice. Information: www.rebootnaturally.com.

September 24 - 23nd Annual Abbot Kinney Festival - Arts and crafts, two stages of live music, family activities, food vendors, and more. Event takes place from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice. See website for complete entertainment and activity schedules. Information: (310) 396-3772 or http://www.abbotkinney.org/

WALNUT

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WEST COVINA

West Covina Summer Concert Series - Concerts are from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Lakes Entertainment Center, 1200 Lakes Drive. Information: (626) 939-8430 or http://www.ci.west-covina.ca.us.

  • August 31 - Jumpin' Joz (Swing)

  • September 7 - Thief (Classic Rock)

WESTMINSTER

September 10 - Dia De La Familia (Day of the Family) - Event takes place in Sigler Park, 7200 Plaza Street, from 1 - 5 p.m. Includes music, bands, folklorico dancers, food vendors and other family entertainment. Information: (714) 895-2860 or www.ci.westminster.ca.us

September 30 - Simon D-Tour Live - The Simon D-Tour Live, presented by Acuvue, comes to Westminster Mall from 1 - 7 p.m. The free afternoon event features performances by singer Natalie. Also, the first 500 teens to register at the event get a free swag bag. Event includes stage contests, prizes, henna tattoos and first-round auditions of "R U The Next SCREAM Star?" Contestants will be competing for the chance to perform on this year's SCREAM Tour V, a management agreement, and a national recording contract with a major record label. Event also comes to Brea Mall on Oct. 1 with musical acts Mya and Summer Obsession. Information: www.simon.com, visit individual mall pages or click links to Simon D-Tour Live.

WHITTIER

Whittier Summer Park Concerts - Central Park. Concerts are on Mondays beginning at 7 p.m. in Central Park, (Washington/Bailey). Information: (562) 464-3430 or www.cityofwhittier.org

  • August 28 - Chico (Latin/Variety)

"PYLONS" (left)

YORBA LINDA

September 22 - September 24 - St. Martin De Porres Annual Festival. Entertainment Friday and Saturday night from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. is Film at 11 (70s/R&B). Sunday beginning at 4:30 p.m. is the band Flashback. Also rides, games, food vendors (fee). Church/festival address is 19767 Yorba Linda Boulevard. Information: (714) 970-2771 or www.smdpyl.org.

Nixon Library Family Concert Series - All performances (unless otherwise indicated) are at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Information: (714) 993-3393, (714) 993-5075 or www.nixonlibrary.org.

  • September 3 - Concert Pianist Chi Asada

  • September 10 - 1:30 p.m. - Free admission to 9/11 Remembrance Event; Riverside Concert Band at 3 p.m.

  • September 17 - Tenor David Petruccia and Pianist Tom McFarlane

  • September 24 - Concert Pianist Dr. Janice Park

  • October 1 - Concert Pianist Michael Sellers

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