Food, particularly ice cream, will star at two fund- raisers on the calendar for June 16 and 17.

Safety Ville USA would present the fifth annual Taste of the Little City from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. June 16 at 3909 Bradshaw Road. Patrons might tour the miniature city setting while sampling a variety of culinary treats, sipping beer or wine, bidding in a quiet auction and listening to live music.

Darla Givens of News10 would be the master of ceremonies; auctioneers would be Dave Thomson and Jacqui Freeman from Mix 96. Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door. VIP tables of six for $400 may be available, although the deadline is past. For more information: (916) 366-7233, ext. 202 or 203, or www.safetycenter.org. Proceeds benefit the youth safety education program.

Ice cream would star at the Midsummer Night's Dream from 5 to 9 p.m. June 17 at Fairytale Town in William Land Park. The multifaceted event would include Crystal ice cream, a Renaissance Faire, Shakespearean performances, food, beverages, arts-and-crafts activities and an Olde World Market.

General admission tickets in advance are $15 general, $5 children 3-12; add $5 for tickets on June 17 (children 2 and under free). For more information: (916) 264-7462 or www.fairytaletown.org.