Sunday, 5/26, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., $50
Tour de Marin
Shrink the Tour de France down to 40 miles of leisurely cycling, while stopping for artisanal cheeses and fancy snacks, and you’ve got the Tour de Marin. Ride past Big Rock and through China Camp State Park, convening at the end for more food and cold beer. Proceeds support the Marin County Bicycle Coalition. Meet at 340 Third St. (at Union St.), San Rafael; 415-456-3469 or marinbike.org
Sunday, 5/26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., À la carte
Marla Bakery at State Bird Provisions
Marla Bakery rings in its final May brunch pop-up at State Bird Provisions. Amy Brown (former Nopa pastry chef) and Joe Wolf combine talents to create morning pastries, egg sandwiches and savory pies. You can make reservations by emailing info@marlabakery.com, and half of the dining room is reserved for walk-ins. State Bird Provisions, 1529 Fillmore St. (at Geary Blvd.); marlabakery.com
Sunday, 5/26, 4 p.m., $240
Outstanding in the Field
Chefs Omri Aflalo of Bourbon Steak, Jason Halverson of Michael Mina, and John Fink of The Whole Beast join forces at Devil’s Gulch Ranch to prepare an Outstanding in the Field dinner in the vineyard. A portion of the dinner’s proceeds goes to DG Educational Services. Devil's Gulch Ranch, Nicasio; devilsgulchranch.com
Tuesday, 5/28, 5 to 7 p.m., $10 to $25
Heads Up!
Get a post-workday caffeine boost at this Commonwealth Club coffee talk. The owners of Blue Bottle, Ritual Roasters and Four Barrel will discuss sourcing and roasting beans, as well as brewing the perfect cup of coffee. Be sure to arrive early to taste their coffees. Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St. (at Second St.); 415-597-6700 or commonwealthclub.org



