Let off some steam.
SEE
Roadworks Steamroller Street Fair
What: Three artists create three-feet-square prints (like these you see here) using linoleum carvings, asphalt, and a three-ton steamroller at this day-long fair.
Why: Live music, street food, and 60 vendors in the heart of the Design District.
When: Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Rhode Island St., b/t 16th & 17th Sts. (415-565-0545).
LEARN
Evan Goldstein at Omnivore Books on Food
What: The master sommelier shares findings from his new book, Daring Pairings, which goes beyond cab and chard to explore what foods taste good with lesser-known grape varietals like txacoli and mencia.
Why: Oh, yes, there will be tastings.
When: Thurs., 6-7 p.m.
Where: 3885 Cesar Chavez St., at Church St. (415-282-4712).
TRANSPORT
Mexico 2010
What: In celebration of Mexico’s Bicentennial, the De Young is throwing a free party with an art retrospective, short films, live music, a performance by the Smuin Ballet, and DIY Maya warrior headdresses.
Why: Get there by 7 p.m. for a collaborative fashion show from AAU and Wonderland’s Irene Hernandez-Feiks.
When: Fri., 5-8:45 p.m.
Where: 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr., Golden Gate Park (415-750-3600).
PARTY
Meet Crazy Al at Smuggler’s Cove
What: Grab a mai tai and marvel at more than twenty years’ worth of intricate carvings, dashboard dolls, and more as the tiki pioneer makes a rare NorCal stop.
Why: Take home a piece of Crazy Al in mug form.
When: Sat., 5 p.m.
Where: 650 Gough St., at McAllister St. (415-869-1900).
TASTE
Homegrown Marin Market
What: This culinary club, market, and community event serves handmade treats ranging from empanadas to made-to-order crepes, from Bay Area home cooks and small businesses.
Why: Check out the dumpling-making class at 2 p.m.
When: Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Studio 333, 333 Caledonia St., at Litho St., Sausalito (415-225-2239).
Photo: Owen Geronimo / Flickr
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