If you’re looking for fun this week, Sonoma County is the place to be. From Friday through Sunday, get some ink at the annual Tattoos & Blues Festival. On Saturday, watch men strut their stuff as they compete in the Mr. Healdsburg Pageant. Plus, dress up and view the Academy Awards this Sunday at a variety of Oscars parties around Sonoma County. All this and more is in our list of things to do.
Feb. 24-26
Izzy’s Tattoos & Blues: Head to the Flamingo Resort this weekend for three days of tattoo artists, blues bands, fire dancers, vendors and more. The annual Tattoos & Blues festival starts Friday, and runs until Sunday, noon to 10 p.m. Admission is $20. Find out more at santarosatattoosandblues.com.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Mr. Healdsburg Pageant: Everybody’s favorite male beauty pageant is coming back to the Raven Performing Arts Theater in Healdsburg this Saturday. Starting at 7:30 p.m., the annual Raven fundraiser will include zaniness, craziness, madness and more as men compete in the standard pageant categories of beachwear, formalwear, talent, and interview. Look for a few familiar faces, and a few new ones, as well. This year’s theme is “Just a Bunch of Clowns!,” which is a perfect indication of what you can look forward to. Admission is $40-$45. Find out all the details at raventheater.org.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Saints and Sinners Ball: Mardi Gras is coming to The Reel Fish Shop in Sonoma this Saturday with the 3rd Annual Saints & Sinners Ball. Dress to impress in your wildest costume, and prepare to be entertained with live music, performances and more. The evening starts at 8 p.m., but come early for dinner. Find out all the details at thereelfishshop.com.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Oscars Laughter Party: Before Sunday’s Academy Awards show, enjoy a night of comedy at the Arlene Francis Center in Santa Rosa. Through improv, comedians will poke fun at the silver screen, and will even draw from audience participation. The show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are $10. 18-plus recommended. Find out more at evilcomedy.net/events.
Saturday, Feb, 25
Public Star Party: Head out to the Robert Ferguson Observatory this Saturday for its monthly star party in Sugarloaf. Starting at dusk, view the night sky through the Observatory’s three main telescopes, or through additional telescopes in the front of the building. Adults are $3, kids under 18 are free. Parking fees are $8. Find out more at rfo.org.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Brunch on Bald Mountain: This Saturday, hike to the top of Bald Mountain in Sugarloaf for a brunch with a view. Not up for the hike but still want to enjoy the scenic meal? Hitch a ride to the top with one of the Team Sugarloaf vehicles. Regardless of method, those who reach the summit will be treated to a delicious picnic brunch and a panoramic view. Tickets are $10-$60. Hikers should arrive at the end of Adobe Canyon Rd. at 9:15 a.m. Reservations are required. Find out more at www.sugarloafpark.org.
Sunday, Feb. 26
Red Carpet Evening: Clover Theater in Cloverdale presents their 3rd annual Red Carpet Evening. for a night of glitz, local food and wine, auction prizes, fundraising and the Academy Awards. This event mirrors the Asyabahis fashion seen on Hollywood’s red carpet, and supports the Alexander Valley Film Society’s educational and cultural programs. Tickets start at $200, and the event kicks off at 4 p.m. Find out more at avfilm.ejoinme.org/rce17.
Sunday, Feb. 26
The Envelope, Please: This Sunday, dress up and head out to the Mystic Theatre in Petaluma to watch the Academy Awards on the big screen in an event that supports Petaluma Community Access. Tickets are $60, and include a champagne toast, raffles, tasty bites, door prizes and more. Doors open at 4 p.m. Find out more at pca.tv.
See more local Academy Awards viewing parties at pd2go.net/SoCoOscars2017.
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