June/July 2015 11 Get ready for a weekend of n a i l - b i t i n g competition when the eni FIM Superbike World Championship takes over Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, July 17-19. Nearly 30 skilled riders from around the world will race highperformance bikes very similar to those on the showroom floor during the series’ only U.S. appearance. Along with the Superbike World Championship comes the all-new MotoAmerica series, which offers even more thrilling action for fans, featuring Superbike/Superstock 1000, Supersport, Superstock 600 and KTM RC Cup. Don’t blink or you might miss these powerful motorcycles as they zoom around the course. Ticket prices vary. Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, 1021 Monterey-Salinas Highway. 831/242-8200. n The Fairest One of All Check out the latest summer styles during Santana Row’s seventh annual poolside soiree. The popular summer fashion shows will take place at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. on June 6 at a snazzy new venue: Misora, Santana Row’s luxury residential complex. Attendees can soak up the sun, admire the season’s best fashions for women and men and enjoy style surprises and special guests. Included in the ticket price is poolside seating to view the fashion show, access to the Beauty Lounge, preevent champagne, wine and light hors d’oeuvres, a Passion for Fashion shopping card that entitles guests to discounts around Santana Row, prize drawings and in-store events. Tickets $50. Misora, 388 Santana Row, San Jose. 408/551-4611. F or 80 years, the San Mateo County Fair has held a special place in the hearts of Peninsula residents. The nine-day event, which takes place June 6-14, draws people of all ages with its thrilling carnival midway, hilarious contests—including pie eating, bubble gum blowing and sponge wringing—interactive exhibits, pig races and concert series. This year’s music lineup features psychedelic rock band Jefferson Starship, the soulful Tower of Power, drummer/ percussionist Sheila E and soul/R&B outfit Tony! Toni! Toné! Little ones will get a kick out of the petting zoo, a theater performance by The Cutest Show on Earth, acrobats, a kids’ train and more. The only difficult decision will be whether to finish off the day with a deep-fried Oreo, funnel cake or cinnamon roll. Good luck! Tickets $8-$30. San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo. 650/574-3247. Dress to Impress Ready, Set, Race JULY 17 THRU 19 JUNE 6 JUNE 6 THRU 14
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