The Valley of the Moon Pétanque Club invites the public to join a festive celebration of Bastille Day on Sunday, July 13 in Sonoma’s Depot Park. The day will feature a lively mêlée pétanque tournament and an elegant French chef-prepared lunch by Marco Llaria.
The Valley of the Moon Pétanque Club invites the public to join a festive celebration of Bastille Day on Sunday, July 13 at the courts in Sonoma’s Depot Park, 270 1st St. West.
This day will feature a mêlée pétanque tournament and a French chef-prepared lunch by Marco Llaria.
The event kicks off with a friendly mêlée tournament, where players are matched with new partners in each game — perfect for all levels of experience. Whether you’re a seasoned boulist or just pétanque-curious, everyone is welcome to come play or just watch, but certainly come for lunch.
After the morning matches, guests will be treated to a multicourse lunch. The menu includes: chilled asparagus leek vichyssoise (appetizer); crab cakes with Cajun roulade; grilled andouille sausages with pepperade; coleslaw with jicama and apples; soft-ripened cheeses and sourdough rolls; and lemon-strawberry shortcake with fresh cream for dessert. Beverages are included.
The cost is $25 per person. Lunch reservation deadline is Monday, July 7.
To play, simply show up at the courts at around 9 a.m. on July 13. The cost to play is $15 per person.
Space is limited, and advance reservations are required. To reserve lunch, visit VOMPC.org. To learn more, contact LoelMcPhee@gmail.com or call 650-400-6254.
Bastille Day is France’s national holiday, celebrated on July 14. It commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison on July 14, 1789, a pivotal event in the French Revolution.
The Valley of the Moon Pétanque Club promotes the game of pétanque and the camaraderie it fosters. The club hosts regular matches, tournaments, and community events throughout the year at Depot Park.