Santa Cruz film fest
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Santa Cruz Film FestivalSixth annual fest, with more than 100 films and music events. Opening night: “The Tripper,” by David Arquette. Closing night: Neil Young.
When, where: April 19-28 at various theaters in Santa Cruz.
Tickets: $7 to $25; tickets go on sale April 2.
Info: (831) 459-7676, www.santacruzfilmfestival.com
Placer County Strawberry Festival
The berry reigns at a fest with a recipe contest, a pie-eating contest, live music, clowns, a pet contest, motorcycles and classic cars.When, where: April 20-22 at Placer County Fairgrounds, 800 All America City Blvd., Roseville.
Cost: $9, $5 children 6-12, parking $5 per vehicle.
Info: (877) 742-7066, www.strawberry-festival.com
CANADA
Telus World Ski & Snowboard Festival
Snowboard and ski competitions, 50 live concerts, art exhibits and more in British Columbia.Where, when: April 13-22 at locations in Whistler.
Cost: Varies; many events free.
Info: (604) 938-3399, www.whistler2007.com
NEW YORK
Hanami
Month of blossom viewing at a Brooklyn garden with 220 cherry trees includes Sakura Matsuri, a two-day fest celebrating Japanese culture.When, where: April 7-May 6 at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 900 Washington Ave., Brooklyn.
Admission: $8, children 11 and younger free.
Info: (718) 623-7200, www.bbg.org
WASHINGTON
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
Growers plant 600 to 800 acres of tulips. Self-guided driving tours of the fields, plus two display gardens, art shows, a quilt show and a bulb-farm tour.Where, when: April 1-30 at locations throughout Washington’s Skagit County.
Admission: Free to $25 for bulb-farm tour
Info: (360) 428-5959, www.tulipfestival.org
— Amy Hubbard
