Weekend TEN, Aug 24-26

Enjoy oysters and other surf cuisine at this weekend's Seafood Art & Wine Festival in Bodega. Photo by Margot Duane

Here are some local events you can sink your teeth into.

August 24-26
Santa Rosa Marathon events: In celebration for the full/half marathon and 5K through downtown Santa Rosa on Sunday, the
Flamingo Resort will host a free Health and Fitness Expo on Friday, 1-7 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. From 5-7 p.m. will be a pre-ordered all-you-can-eat pasta dinner at the Flamingo for $25. On Sunday, visit downtown Santa Rosa to cheer on your favorite runner, starting at 7 a.m. For more information, visit thesantarosamarathon.com

Saturday, August 25
Taste of Petaluma:  The yummiest event this weekend is happening right in Petaluma when dozens of nosh joints offer nibbles and bites of the deliciousness the cozy town has to offer.  11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.  $35/$40.  Downtown Petaluma.  tasteofpetaluma.org

Saturday, August 25
Comedy geek out: The force will be with you if you dress in your favorite character costume – from Star Wars to Star Trek, and anything in between – and check out the sci-fi themed comedy improv from The World’s Biggest Comedy Duo at Outer Planes Comics & Games. $5. 9-11:30pm. 519 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. facebook.com/worldsbiggestcomedyduo

Saturday August 25
Mutts & Models Fashion Show: The latest in style trends will be showcased on the catwalk beside some uncatty pooches.  A collaboration of the SR Plaza, Julie Nation Talent Academy, and Sonoma Humane pairs young models with adoptable dogs, a show that can result in you bringing home new fashions and a new friend.  Free.  1 p.m. – 3 p.m.  Santa Rosa Plaza.  facebook.com/SantaRosaDowntownMall