November 20
Sacramento River Delta Historical Society Presentation, Jean Harvie Center, Walnut Grove, 7 p.m. Learn about the history of earthmoving equipment. Presented by David Stuart. Free. Tom, (916) 871-4060.

November 22
Turkey Trot, downtown Rio Vista. Timed 5K run/walk, 8 a.m.; new .25-mile dash for ages 6 and under, 7:30 a.m. $15-$30 benefits youth cross-country programs.

November 30
Lighted Boat Show, Village West Marina, Stockton, 5-8 p.m. Decorated cookie contest, kids' activities, Santa visit. Proceeds benefit the Children's Home of Stockton.

November 30-December 2
Olde Tyme Christmas Faire, downtown Rio Vista. Christmas music, museum displays, local arts & crafts, baked goods. Interested vendors contact Nora, (707) 334-6191.

December 1
Delta Reflections Lynn Hahn Memorial Lighted Boat Parade, downtown Stockton, 5-7:30 p.m. $25 entry fee benefits Stockton Women's Center. Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Weber Point, 5 p.m., followed by fireworks. Bob, (916) 806-9200.

December 8
Lighted Boat Parade, Discovery Bay. Theme: Twas the Night Before Christmas. Hosted by Discovery Bay Yacht Club.

Lighted Boat Parade, San Joaquin Yacht Club, Bethel Island, 5-9 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at 5 p.m. Parade starts at 5:30. $100 prize for best decorated boat. (925) 699-3757.

December 15
Lighted Boat Parade, Oxbow Marina, Georgiana Slough, Isleton. Co-hosted by Marina West Yacht Club. John, (916) 216-1626.

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