May 21, 2009

Vacaville Fiesta Days

Posted to Events & Activities, Lifestyle, Pam Marshall

Memorial Day is almost here and with that starts Vacaville’s Fiesta Days!

I am sure if you are not local – you are wondering, just like I did when first arriving in Vacaville, what are Fiesta Days? I checked out the meaning in the dictionary and the word is derived from Spanish meaning a saint’s day celebrated in Spain and Latin America with processions and dances.

Fiesta Days was originally created in July 1957, first named Western Fiesta. It was a week that was more tuned into cowboy roundups and rodeos along with lots of square dancing. This was the year that most of the events such as the Parade and Queen contest started. They had a grand barbeque in Andrew’s Park and on Sunday the first Whiskerino Contest started. A challenge was given to all the men in Vacaville to grow a beard! If you were beardless you were made a “jailbird”.

Fiesta Days has progressed significantly since 1957. It is now a week long celebration starting on Monday going all the way through Sunday. It begins with opening ceremonies and then a kick-off barbeque. The Grand Marshall is then introduced. This year’s 2009 Grand Marshall is Garland Porter.

As the week progresses there are numerous pageantries including Little Miss Vacaville, Mr. Fiesta King, Miss Vacaville, Mrs. Vacaville, Mrs Solano County and Miss Teen Vacaville.

Thursday starts the golf tournament at Green Tree Golf Club. This is the day the kids really get excited about since the Carnival opens. There are lots of rides, games, live bands and of course great food. Oh, and don’t forget about the arts and crafts.

Saturday, May 23rd at 10AM starts the big parade! Watch for Kappel & Kappel agents and their children or grandchildren. They will have visors and fans to give away.

The activities continue through Sunday. I have just highlighted on some of the activities but check it out on www.fiestadays.com to get all the times and details.

Posted by:Pam Marshall



May 09, 2009

Tour De Cure Bike Ride in the Country

Posted to Events & Activities

Tour de Cure is a great event! If you enjoy bike riding you would love this ride that benefits the American Diabetes Association! Tour de Cure is a series of fund raising cycling events held in 40 states. (The next one is in Palo Alta on June 14th) It’s a ride not a race and you can pick a route from 10-100 miles. For more information go to www.tour.diabetes.org.

I just finished riding the 25 mile tour on Sunday, May 3 in the beautiful Yountville area. It was spectacular, even in the rain! I rode with Team Gold’s Gym Vacaville and it was a really fun day. The scenery was amazing! (Reminds me of the Vacaville countryside). I live in the country in Vacaville and spent most of my outdoor practice time riding along beautiful Gibson Canyon, Timm Road, Peaceful Glen and English Hills. It is really peaceful out there and Vacaville is such a nice place to live and raise a family. I couldn’t help noticing the “for sale” signs on some beautiful properties. So I decided to look them up to pass along to you - enjoy the pictures!



If you have ever considered leaving the hustle & bustle of a city lifestyle, now is a great time. Properties in the country are very affordable. Give me a call (707)365-8242, or check out my website. I would love to answer your questions about Vacaville or buying a home in the country!

Posted By: Dawn Wagner