The King Lives
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here are some celebrities our collective psyche simply can’t let go of: Jackie O., Marilyn Monroe, and, of course, Elvis. The latter is such an icon that dressing up like him has evolved into a kind of art form. Hence the Sonoma County Fair’s Elvis Impersonation Contest on August 11 at 8 p.m. The fair itself will be held August 2–12, 11 a.m.–9 p.m., and will feature free live music, livestock displays, a Hall of Flowers, and the midway. Events will be held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. General admission is $7–$15; children ages 6 and younger get in free. Parking is $9–$15. See sonomacountyfair.com for details. ¶
Music Is the Teacher
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usic is a joy for many. When you attend the annual Petaluma Music Festival, which raises money for music education in schools, you help bring its wonder and solace to local kids. This year’s event promises the toe-tapping Americana music of Railroad Earth and the Rainbow Girls, and the hip-shaking grooves of the AfroFunk Experience and Royal Jelly Jive—15 bands in all. The event will be held on August 4, 11:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m., at the Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds in Petaluma. Tickets are $55–$65; children 12 and younger get in free with a paying adult. There will be a limited supply of $20 tickets for students ages 13–17, available only at the gate. Find out more at petalumamusicfestival.org. ¶
Railroad Earth
Nice Tie
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o a sailor or a rock climber, a well-made knot is as valuable as a good breeze or solid handhold. Let Ranger Bill teach your kids how to make one at the Monkeying Around with Knots class on August 10, 3–6 p.m., at Foothill Regional Park in Windsor. The class is $5, parking is $7 (or free for Regional Parks members). Registration is required; go to parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov. ¶
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