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magine Jules Verne meets Moulin Rouge in a scrapyard populated by mad scientists and engineers with blow torches. But, in a family-friendly sort of way.
That only begins to explain the idea behind the Great West End and Railroad Square Hand Regatta, held on Sunday, Sept. 27 from 11am to 6pm in Santa Rosa's Railroad Square. For one magical afternoon, thousands of creative souls converge to behold a spectacle not often seen 'round these parts.
The Main Event: Teams of engineers racing whimsical, wonderful contraptions along the old rail lines behind Railroad Square. Bedecked in all manor of costume, representing all ages and creeds, the intrepid grease-monkeys vie for the fastest times for their handcars.
The SideShow: Artists, food vendors, entertainers, gawkers and the easily amused mix and mingle around the square beholding all that there is to behold. Human-powered machines, the recently returned from Burning Man, children's exhibitions and more make the event eminently kid-friendly (though you may have to shield their eyes from an overtight corset or two).
Plus, its free. Yep. Free. Something also not seen often 'round these parts. More details at handcar-regatta.com
Should you go? Consult the Hand Car Regatta Flow Chart:
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But wait, there's more...Marissa Guggiana, president of Sonoma Direct and and one of the creative minds behind the Secret Eating Society is planning a large-scale eating spectacle during the event, invited "Bandits" are sent on a combination scavenger hunt/spy game adventure that culminates in a feast served up by Chef Tyson Ducker of Fisher Vineyards. Sound like fun? Click here for tickets and details.
Plus, yours truly, Miss BiteClub, will be decked out and on hand at the event. Come over and see me sugar!
magine Jules Verne meets Moulin Rouge in a scrapyard populated by mad scientists and engineers with blow torches. But, in a family-friendly sort of way.That only begins to explain the idea behind the Great West End and Railroad Square Hand Regatta, held on Sunday, Sept. 27 from 11am to 6pm in Santa Rosa's Railroad Square. For one magical afternoon, thousands of creative souls converge to behold a spectacle not often seen 'round these parts.
The Main Event: Teams of engineers racing whimsical, wonderful contraptions along the old rail lines behind Railroad Square. Bedecked in all manor of costume, representing all ages and creeds, the intrepid grease-monkeys vie for the fastest times for their handcars.
The SideShow: Artists, food vendors, entertainers, gawkers and the easily amused mix and mingle around the square beholding all that there is to behold. Human-powered machines, the recently returned from Burning Man, children's exhibitions and more make the event eminently kid-friendly (though you may have to shield their eyes from an overtight corset or two).
Plus, its free. Yep. Free. Something also not seen often 'round these parts. More details at handcar-regatta.com
Should you go? Consult the Hand Car Regatta Flow Chart:
++++++
But wait, there's more...Marissa Guggiana, president of Sonoma Direct and and one of the creative minds behind the Secret Eating Society is planning a large-scale eating spectacle during the event, invited "Bandits" are sent on a combination scavenger hunt/spy game adventure that culminates in a feast served up by Chef Tyson Ducker of Fisher Vineyards. Sound like fun? Click here for tickets and details.
Plus, yours truly, Miss BiteClub, will be decked out and on hand at the event. Come over and see me sugar!
AHHHH I'M SO EXCITED I CAN'T STAND IT! I'll be there, corset, stompin' boots and all, keeping it steampunky!