Sonoma - April Events

• April 3 -- Hike and Taste at Kunde Family Estate
  Recreation, Wine Education: Join Sonoma Valley Docent Bill Myers on a fun, casual and up-close hike through the 1,850 acre Kunde Family Estate. Wind through the estate's distinct eco-systems, each one uniquely contributing to the process of sustainable winegrowing. Taste wines along the way in the very vineyards where the grapes are grown!
  Fee: $25/$15 under 21Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 282.1534

• April 10 -- Hearts for Children Fundraiser
  Benefit: CASA of Sonoma County, a non-profit serving abused/neglected children, is having its annual fundraiser "Hearts for Children". Dining, music, dancing, silent/live auctions. Attend, donate, volunteer or sponsor. Reservations required. Flamingo Resort, 2777 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $100Time: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 565.6375

• April 11 -- North Bay Art Fair
  Fair: North Bay Art Fair Doubletree Hotel, Rohnert Park, CA. Free admission, Free parking, 40 regional fine art artists. Hourly door prizes, People's choice awards, Cash bar.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 479.4772

• April 23 -- Grgich Hills Cellar Dinner Bodega Bay
  Dining, Wine Education: The Inn at the Tides welcomes Mr. Miljenko "Mike" Grgich, Proprietor and Winemaker for a 4-course dinner with wines to compliment each course. Reservations a must. 800 Hwy One, Bodega Bay
  Fee: $89 per person, plus tax & gratuityTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.2751

Ongoing Events

• Every Wednesday & Saturday -- Santa Rosa Original Farmer's Market
  Markets: The year round farmers' market is know as the Original Santa Rosa Farmers Market. Along with fruits and vegetables from Sonoma County and other local areas, you'll find food and cooking products, fresh seafood, baked goods, cheese, honey, flowers, plants, and arts & crafts all from local farmers and artisans. Santa Rosa Veteran's Building East Parking Lot, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• Continuous -- Cooking and Wine Classes at Ramekins
  Food Education: Sonoma Valley's only facility dedicated to the education of the home cook, from amateur to the aficionado. Renowned chefs, authors and culinary experts teach their styles and techniques with class participants. Located just off the Sonoma Plaza, Ramekins features all types of cooking and wine classes year 'round. 450 W. Spain St., Sonoma
  Fee: $35 - $80 per classTime: Varies - Call for Schedule Phone Number: (707) 933.0450 x3

• Ongoing -- Downtown Santa Rosa Arts District
  Exhibits, Museums: Come Downtown to enjoy the Arts District...Downtown Santa Rosa! See public sculptures and visit many venues that make this area so inspiring, including the Sonoma County Museum, the Arts Council of Sonoma County and Courthouse and Railroad Squares. Call for more information.
  Fee: VariesTime: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 543.3732

• Daily -- Wine, Cheese & Charcuterie at St. Francis Winery
  Food & Wine Education: Food & Wine Education: The Wine & Charcuterie tasting, which is served al fresco May thru October, includes a flight of St. Francis wines presented with a rustic charcuterie plate which will include the Chef's house-made pates, rillettes, along with the best artisan made cheeses, salumi, and olives. 100 Pythian Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $30, Free to Wine Club MembersTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 543.7713

• Daily -- Tasting Flights at Stonestreet Winery
  Wine Education: Our tasting room with stunning views of our Alexander Mountain Estate has an exciting and evolving tasting menu for your sampling pleasure. We offer tasting flights featuring our Chardonnays, Merlots and Cabernet Sauvignons, many of which are produced in quantities of less than 300 cases so they are available only in our tasting room. 7111 Hwy 128, Healdsburg
  Fee: $7-$18Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 355.8008

• Daily, by appointment -- Sebastiani's Wine and Cheese Pairing Seminar
  Food & Wine Education: This tasty seminar will introduce you to the secrets behind perfect pairing. It includes 5 Sebastiani wines paired with 5 artisanal cheeses. Your palate will thank you as you discover the gastronomical pleasures that occur when a pairing is just right! 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: Call for reservations and pricingTime: by appointment only Phone Number: (800) 888.5532 x3203

• March - August -- View Harbor Seal Pups at Goat Rock
  Recreation: Goat Rock Beach is home to a colony of harbor seals which are fun to watch, but please stay 50 yards from the seals. Due to the protected status of the seals, no dogs are allowed on Goat Rock Beach.
  Fee: FreeTime: Call for information Phone Number: (800) 777.0369

• May 17 - April 30 -- Shape & Space Sculpture Exhibit
  Exhibition: The new exhibit will feature 19 works of art by 10 outstanding sculptors. The pieces will be displayed through interior and exterior exhibits throughout the Arts Center's campus through April 2010. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd.,Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: normal business hours Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• Continuous -- Relish Culinary School Cooking Classes
  Food Education: Relish combines professional chefs and distinct venues to create unique cooking classes and other culinary events. Classes cover a wide variety of topics, from cooking basics to gourmet wine pairings, ethnic menus to cooking with children. Relish Culinary School, Healdsburg.
  Fee: $25 - $125 per classTime: Varies-call for details. Phone Number: (707) 431.9999

• Daily, by appointment -- Michel-Schlumberger Vertical Reserve Cabernet Tastings
  Wine Education: Since these wines are all from estate grown fruit, and the same special block in the vineyard, each vintage will reflect the unique characteristics of a different growing season. Taste them side by side using Reidel glassware. A guided tasting that allows you to compare and contrast these wines. Call for an appointment. 4155 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: $25Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7427

• Daily, by appointment -- Vineyard Walk & Photography Workshop at B.R. Cohn
  Wine Education: Join a B.R. Cohn hospitality representative and photographer David Sharp as he takes you on a three hour walk through the B.R. Cohn Olive Hill Estate Vineyards. David will share his tips for shooting great vineyard photos, while he discusses the different aspects of Olive Hill's vines. Appointments are required.
  Fee: $45, $35 wine club membersTime: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 931.7924 ext 123

• December 5 - April 19 -- New Exhibit: "Sunday at the Funnies"
  Exhibition, Family Fun: This exhibition examines the history of the Sunday funnies and their place in popular culture. Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa. (Museum closed on Tuesdays).
  Fee: Members Free/Adults $5-8/Kids $5Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• Daily -- Food & Wine Pairing at Kendall-Jackson
  Wine & Food Education: Our executive Chef, Justin Wangler, has created a special reserve Wine & Food tasting focusing on the upper-tier Highland Estates and Stature wines paired with a delectable array of tasty foods, all served tapas style. Kendall-Jackson Wine Center, 5007 Fulton Road, Fulton
  Fee: $25.00 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 571.8100

• April - October -- Luther Burbank Home & Gardens Tour Season
  Historic: Visit historic landmark! Docent Tours of the famous home, cell phone Audio Tours of the beautiful gardens of Luther Burbank, world famous horticulturist. The Carriage House Museum & Gift Shop sells unique items for garden enthusiasts, including plants propagated from the gardens.
  Fee: Admission Free,;Tours $5Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tue-Sun & Holidays Phone Number: (707) 524.5445

• Daily -- Sonoma Valley Winery Tour
  Wine Education: Board one of California Wine Tours luxury vehicales where you can join other Wine Country enthusiasts in enjoying 4 winery stops. The tour will begin at 10:30 a.m. from a popular Sonoma Valley location. "An inexpensive, yet luxurious way to tour the wine country and meet new people!" *Reservations are required and includes lunch.
  Fee: $69 per personTime: 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: (800) 294.6386

• Every Sunday and Tuesday night -- Karaoke
  Celebration: Come be a star! Music, friends and fun at Spancky's, 8201 Old Redwood Highway, Cotati, CA
  Fee: Free (drinks available to purchase)Time: 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 766.8236

• Every Sunday -- Sunday Adult Dharma Class
  Recreation: Meet with Rev. Carol Himaka and other members of the temple for lessons and discussion. The Dharma teachings offer a unique perspective on our world and the problems that we encounter. All are invited to attend this fascinating group, beginners welcome! Enmanji Buddhist Temple, 1200 Gravenstein Hwy South, Sebastopol
  Fee: Free, donations acceptedTime: 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.2252

• Sundays -- Prayers for World Peace
  Recreation: To have outer peace, we must first find inner peace. Meditation quiets down the mental distractions we experience. Join us in creating the causes for a peaceful world. Call for more information. Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Center, 120 North Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: $10Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Sundays -- Dharma4Kids
  Family Fun: Dharma4Kids is a class families are welcome to drop in to learn how to develop, harmony, confidence, and methods to calm our minds and be happy in these uncertain and busy times. Suitable for ages 4-14. Parents are welcome to stay and participate in the class. Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Center, 120 North Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: $5 donation requested per familyTime: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Every Sunday -- Jazzy Sunday Brunch Flamingo Resort
  Family Fun: Join KJZY's personalities as they broadcast live during Sunday Champagne Brunch at the Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa. Enjoy more than 50 foods including roasted meats, eggs, seafood and breakfast. Call for full menu and more information.
  Fee: Adults $25; Children under 12 $12.50Time: 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 523.4745

• 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month -- Sufi Dances of Universal Peace
  Recreation: Rejuvenate your spirit and open your heart with sacred circle dancing and joyous group singing honoring the world's mystical traditions. No previous experience is necessary to experience this joyous experience. Youth Annex (teen center) of the Sebastopol Community Center, 425 Morris St., Sebastopol, CA.
  Fee: Sliding scale: $5 to $10Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 765.6508

• Every Monday -- General Meditation Class
  Instruction: New Meditation class on the 21 Tibetan meditations of Lam-Rim, or "Training the mind in Love and Compassion." Come find peace of mind. Each class is self-contained, so drop-ins welcome. At the Sonoma Community Center 276 East Napa St. Sonoma
  Fee: $10 Suggested donationTime: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (415) 717.4943 or (707) 938.4626

• Ongoing Tuesday Evenings -- Sonoma Valley Farmers' Market
  Markets: The Sonoma Valley Farmers' Market is held weekly at the Sonoma Plaza from April through October. Food, crafts, nonprofit booths, local fresh produce, and seasonal flowers. Live music sponsored by The Sonoma Community Center.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. - Dusk Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• Every Tuesday - Sunday Night -- Live Music at Main Street Station
  Live Music: Enjoy live acoustic Jazz, Blues, and a variety of other fine music and comedy in our intimate entertainment venue. 16280 Main St, Guerneville
  Fee: VariesTime: Call for information & tickets Phone Number: (707) 869.0501

• Third Tuesday of the Month -- Enmanji Buddhist Temple Dharma Class
  Recreation: Rev. Carol Himaka will hold classes on the Buddhas teachings. 2,551 years ago Sakyamuni Buddha brought us his teachings on suffering and its cessation. People from all religions and all walks of life can benefit from this truly unique perspective. 1200 Gravenstein Hwy South, Sebastopol
  Fee: Free, donations acceptedTime: 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823-2252

• Every Wednesday -- Dry Creek Kitchen's Wine Wednesdays
  Dry Creek Kitchen, Charlie Palmer's internationally acclaimed Wine Country restaurant, announces a wine program that allows guests to enjoy rare and unique vintages at greatly reduced prices. Each Wednesday, a distinct and exceptional wine will be available by the glass or bottle at the incomparable price of 10% over cost. 317 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: dicounted 10%over costTime: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (415) 394.6500

• Every Wednesday -- Meditation for Everyone
  Recreation: Explore basic meditation techniques in conjunction with a teaching on practical meditation practices that are suitable for everyone. Call for more information. Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Center, 120 North Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: $10Time: 7 p.m.- 8:15 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Every Wednesday-Sunday -- Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition
  Exhibition: Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Objects Wrapped and Unwrapped (from the permanent collection in the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Gallery). The Sonoma County Museum, 425 7th Street, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $5/$2 Students & Seniors/Members FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500

• Every Wednesday-Sunday -- Historical Artifacts
  Exhibition: Historical Artifacts from the Museum's Permanent Collection (from the permanent collection in the History Gallery). The Sonoma County Museum, 425 7th Street, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $5/$2 Students & Seniors/Members FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500

• Every Thursday -- Martini Music Thursdays
  Live Music: Located in the Bluewater Bistro's Fireside Lounge, Live music plays every Thursday night from 5-8PM. Drink specials nightly. No cover charge. All ages welcome. 21301 Heron Dr. Bodega Bay
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.3519 x40

• Every Thursday of the month -- Pianoman Ed Wetteland Jazz
  Live Music: Ed Wetteland is a consummate musician. He is a performer, composer, arranger, conductor and teacher. In his career spanning over 40 years he has trained and backed singers, been music director for luminaries such as Bob Hope and Bobby Kennedy, written music for motion pictures and performed as both a solo performer and an ensemble members of many wonderful Bay Area and international bands. At the Main Street Station, 16280 Main Street, Guerneville, CA.
  Fee: $2Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.0501

• Every Friday and Saturday -- Blackstone Wine & Cheese Tour
  Food & Wine Education: Enjoy Blackstone’s Wine & Cheese Tour every Friday & Saturday. Includes winery tour, wine tasting and cheese pairing! Group size limited to 12 people. Reservations Required. 8450 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
  Fee: $25Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 833.1999

• Second Friday of the Month -- Ballroom & Latin Dancing
  Dancing: Join us for dance lessons with Emily McAuliffe, then dancing with deejay Freddie Marsh-Lott. Monroe Hall, 1400 West College Avenue, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Lesson & Dance $10/Dance only $8Time: 7:30 p.m. Dance Lesson/8:15 p.m. Dance Phone Number: (707) 529.2824

• Every Friday night -- Karaoke
  Celebration: Come be a star! Music, friends and fun at the Willowbrook Ale House, 3600 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma
  Fee: Free (food and drink to purchase)Time: 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 766.8236

• Friday & Saturday Mornings -- Ravenswood Wine Blending Seminar
  Wine Education: Experience the joys and frustrations of being a winemaker. Learn about zin, carignane, petite sirah, and why they are blended together. Each participant creates their own blend and leaves with a 375ml bottle of their wine to impress their friends. Allow for an hour and a half. RSVP with peter.griffith@ravenswood-wine.com. 18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma
  Fee: $50 per personTime: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.2349 or (707) 933.2332

• Every Friday at Noon -- Noon Time Meditation
  Recreation: These weekly guided meditation sessions include two meditations, a relaxing breathing meditations and a unique joyful meditation each week. Call for more information. Held at 120 North St., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $10Time: 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Every Friday and Saturday Night -- Live Jazz
  Live Music: Sit back and relax to the cool sounds of jazz every Friday and Saturday in the Lounge starting at 7:30pm; Live piano every Sunday featuring Ron Cameron. Equus Restaurant, 101 Fountaingrove Parkway, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 578.0149

• Every Friday & Saturday Night -- Jazz in the lobby at the Hotel Healdsburg
  Live Music: Come relax and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine while listening to some of the Bay Area's finest jazz musicians in duo, and trio combinations! 25 Matheson St., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.2800

• Ongoing Friday Mornings -- Sonoma Valley Friday Farmers' Market
  Markets: Year 'round Farmers' Market at Depot Park - First Street West, Sonoma.
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 12: p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• Every Friday -- Late Night Fridays: Live Music + Wine
  Now open late every Friday. Come enjoy Sebastiani Vineyards' wine while relaxing in our courtyard! Must be 21 years old. 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 888.5532 EXT. 3230

• Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday -- Michel-Schlumberger Artisan Cheese and Wine Pairing
  Food & Wine Education: Please join us at Michel-Schlumberger every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for a tasting of our Reserve quality and current releases carefully paired with local Sonoma County Artisan and Farmstead cheeses. Reservations required. 4155 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: $15Time: 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7427

• Third Friday of Every Month -- Micro Gallery Art Opening
  Exhibition: Micro Gallery is Sonoma County's premier place for contemporary art. Each third Friday of the month we host an opening event at Ray Modern, 606 Wilson Street at 7th, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 570.0128

• Every Saturday -- Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue Tour
  Tour: Come take a tour of Wildlife Rescue and meet our Education Animals. Mountain lions, foxes, raccoons and so much more! Tours are by appointment only. We look forward to seeing you there! 403 Mecham Road, Petaluma
  Fee: $5 Donation Requested for AdultsTime: 10 a.m., 12 p.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 992.0274

• Every Saturday and Sunday -- Larson Family Winery Future's Tour
  Wine Education: Larson Family Winery is happy to announce their new 20 minute tours available every Saturday and Sunday beginning at 11am and 2pm. Tours are $5/person, refundable with bottle purchase and include a future's tasting straight from the spigots of two large stainless steel tanks. 23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma
  Fee: $5/person (refundable w/ wine purchase)Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.3031 Ext. 20

• Every Saturday; By-appointment Mon-Fri. -- Public Tastings at MacRostie Winery
  Wine Education: MacRostie Winery and Vineyards will begin opening its Sonoma winemaking facility every Saturday for walk-in tastings starting November 1, 2008. This marks the first time in its history that MacRostie has been open for drop-in public tastings. 21481 8th Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: $10/personTime: Saturday 11a.m. - 4:30 p.m; M-F by appt. Phone Number: (415) 495.1107

• Saturday evenings every other month -- Riverfront Art Gallery Reception & Show
  Reception, Exhbition: An opening reception at Riverfront Art Gallery (132 Petaluma Blvd. N., with food, wine, and live music, hosts feature artists Tracy Bigelow Grisman and Henry White, as well as new work from the 24 member artists. The new show runs from 8/5-9/21, with a downtown Petaluma Art Walk scheduled for 8/8 from 5-8 pm.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 775.4278

• Third Saturday of the Month -- Pacific Coast Air Museum Open House
  Museums & Exhibitions: On the third weekend of each month the cockpit of a featured aircraft will be open for our visitors to view and inspect. At the Pacific Coast Air Museum, 2330 Airport Boulevard, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 575.7900

• Every Saturday Afternoon -- Winemaker Wine Tasting
  Wine Education: Please join us for an informal and intimate wine tasting with the winemaker. We feature a different outstanding winery every week. Call ahead for details and reservations. We carry small release premium wines from all wine regions. Come join the fun! The Wine Emporium, Inc., 125 North Main Street, Sebastopol, CA
  Fee: Prices VaryTime: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.2500 or (877) 349.2285

• Every Saturday and Sunday by appointment -- Olive Hill Estate Cheese & Wine Tasting
  Food & Wine Education: This exciting tasting experience offers flights of four flagship wines paired with four specially chosen Sonoma County artisan cheeses to complement. Sessions are limited to 8 and appointments are required. B.R. Cohn Winery, & Olive Hill Estate, is located at 15000 Sonoma Highway 12 in Glen Ellen.
  Fee: $25, $20 for B.R. Cohn wine club membersTime: 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. by appt. Phone Number: (707) 931.7924 x 123

• First Weekend of Each Month -- Alexander Valley's First Weekend
  Wine Education: A free series of special events for wine lovers. Different wineries and different themes previewed each month. Call for specific locations.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays Phone Number: (888) 289.4637

• Saturdays, by appointment only -- Tasting of Keller Estate Wines
  Wine Education: Keller Estate is open on Saturdays, by appointment only, to welcome you for a personalized tour of the spectacular facility and a tasting of the most memorable wines in the Petaluma Gap Region. 5875 Lakeville Hwy, Petaluma
  Fee: $10/Wine Club Members Free Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 765.2117

• Saturday Afternoons -- General Meditaiton Program
  Recreation: Drop-In Classes are part of our meditation series. Each class helps us understand how we can have a beautiful experience of life. Learn how meditation can help you. Call for more information. Held at 120 North St., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $10Time: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• First Monday of Every Month -- Learn to Salsa w/ "JAS"
  Recreation, Instruction: Beginner Salsa dance lesson! "JAS" has been teaching, choreographing & performing in Sonoma County since 2000. All classes are held at Jasdance Academy, 515 Fifth Street, 3rd floor, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $45 for 4-week Series, $75 For CouplesTime: 7:10 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.4292

• First Friday after first Tuesday/monthly -- Art Opening
  Museums & Exhibitions, Reception: The Arts Guild of Sonoma, a non-profit organization, located at 140 E Napa Street in downtown Sonoma holds monthly art openings featuring local artist members. Everyone is invited, snacks and drinks provided by the artists. Please come and enjoy the fun. Our hours are: Mon, Wed, Thurs 11-5pm, Fri 11-9pm. Sat 10-9pm, Sun 10-6pm. Closed Tuesdays.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 996.3115

• First Thursday evening of each month -- ARTwalk
  Museums & Exhibitions: Downtown Sebastopol's monthly strolling tour of art displays in galleries, restaurants, cafes and businesses. Self-guided beginning at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts, 6780 Depot St., Sebastopol. Viewing time at each location is currently limited to time each individual location is open to the public. Time varies, but mostly is 5 PM to 7 PM.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.3032

• TBA -- Chowder Challenge, Tastings & Free Jazz!
  Dining, Live Music: Professional and amateur chefs vie for "Best Mendonoma Coast Chowder" award at the Redwood Coast Whale & Jazz Festival's Chowder Challenge. Celebrity judges and People's Choice voting, along with tastings of fine Sonoma and Mendocino Co. wines and microbrews. Free concert with Traditional New Orleans Jazz by Barnebey's Hot Four, back again by popular demand. At Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA
  Fee: $20 for 15 tickets w/glass, Free concertTime: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 778.5252

• TBA -- Annual Spring Gala & Auction
  Celebration, Benefit: Its an exciting event to come see the museum and see what it has to offer. Our Annual Spring Gala & Auction: Change Can Happen will be held at John Ash's Vintners Inn in Santa Rosa.
  Fee: $125 per personTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500 x 13

• TBA -- Third Annual Earth Day Celebration
  Celebration: Wildwood is pleased to announce our 3rd annual Earth Day Celebration with featured guest Wendy Johnson. Ms. Johnson will conduct a ceremony of dedication and give a teaching in connection with the new organic vegetable garden at Wildwood Farm. 10300 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
  Fee: Free (Donations welcome)Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 833.1161

• TBA -- Walk Now For Autism - Sonoma
  Benefit: Walk Now For Autism will be at Infineon Raceway this year. This is an event with teams that walk and raise funds for research of autism. We have teams forming now. Call for more information. Please come see our resource fair and learn more about Autism. Family friendly event.
  Fee: Free Event/Donations Welcome Time: 9 a.m. registration; 10 a.m. fair/walk Phone Number: (707) 788.3840

• TBA -- Castles and Kites Festival
  Festival: The Castles and Kites Festival is fun for the whole family. Picnic, build sand castles, fly kites, surf, fish and so much more at this April event. Doran Regional Park Beach, Bodega Bay
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 565.2041

• TBA -- Petaluma's Butter & Egg Days Parade
  Family Fun: Celebration of Petaluma's agricultural heritage including the downtown parade at noon, which traditionally features more than 2,000 people and travels 12 blocks through Historic Downtown. Sponsored by the Petaluma Downtown Association.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348 or (707) 769.0429

• TBA -- Hunt for the Hare Easter Celebration at Safari West
  Family Fun: Looking for hare-raising adventure this Easter? Join the animals of Safari West (and their human companions) for our annual Hunt for the Hare, an egg-straordinary Easter celebration and brunch. 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa Ca
  Fee: $63 for adults; $30 for children 4 - 12Time: Morning & Afternoon packages available Phone Number: (707) 579.2551

• TBA -- All You Can Eat Easter Brunch
  Holiday, Dining: Menu Includes artisan cheeses, Sonoma County style salads, waffle/omelet stations, eggs benedict, blackened catfish, beef bourguignon, roasted leg of lamb, smoked ham,cocktail shrimp & Dungeness crab, smoked salmon, variety of desserts, & more of the traditional favorites! Make your reservations early. Jellyfish Grill, 745 Baywood, Petaluma
  Fee: $34.59 adults/6-12 yrs $17/under 5 freeTime: 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 283.2900

• TBA -- Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival
  Festival: "Lights! Camera! Apple Blossoms!" 63rd annual fest begins w/parade on Main Street starting at 10 a.m. Saturday. Festival grounds feature a variety of live music acts, food booths, wine, arts & crafts exhibitions and sales, kids' attractions, and more. Location: Ives Park/Sebastopol Veterans Memorial Bldg, 282 High St., Sebastopol.
  Fee: $7 adults, $5 seniors (62+) and Youth(11-17), kids 10& under FREETime: Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823-3032

• TBA -- Annual Occidental Fools Parade
  Celebration: Dust off your silly-bone and bring your funny friends and family out for a day of laughter and levity in lovely Occidental. But come prepared to smile till your cheeks hurt! This year's theme is "Fins, Feathers and Fur!" Group entries are Encouraged! Warning: Grumps and frowners may be transformed!
  Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.9883

• TBA -- The Art of Dessert Gala at the Wells Fargo Center
  Celebration, Benefit: Pastry chefs from all over the North Bay participate in this elegant evening through generous donations of extraordinary dessert creations for you to enjoy. Before indulging in dessert, enjoy a gourmet sit down dinner and the opportunity to bid on exclusive auction items. Benefits the Art Center's programs. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $150Time: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• TBA -- Passport to Dry Creek Valley
  Wine Education, Celebration: Wineries up and down Dry Creek Valley celebrate the magic of their valley with wine, food, entertainment, and the hospitality for which Dry Creek Valley is famous during Passport to Dry Creek Valley. Many of the wineries involved in Passport create a theme around which they showcase their wine, paired with food and entertainment. You must enter the drawing to receive tickets.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707)433.3031

• TBA -- April in Carneros
  Celebration, Wine Education: Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the magic of springtime in Carneros while tasting the best wines the region has to offer. Tour this world-renowned region and visit our member wineries' special events including: food and wine pairings, live entertainment, barrel, reserve, vertical, and library wine tastings and much more.
  Fee: $40Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 909.4352

• TBA -- Hope-Merrill & Camellia Cellars Wine Dinner
  Food & Wine Education: Begin the weekend, at the Hope-Merrill House on Friday evening with a wine tasting in the main parlor. On Saturday, be our guests for our Fourth Annual Celebrate Camellias Winemaker Dinner. Meet Chris Lewand and Bruce Snyder become beguiled by their award winning wines.
  Fee: Price of two nite stayTime: 4/17 3:30 p.m. -- 1/19 11:00 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 857.3356

• TBA -- Easter Sunrise Service
  Historic: The public is invited to the annual Easter Sunrise Service, held at the amphitheater in the Plaza of Sonoma.
  Fee: FreeTime: 6 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 996.2736

• TBA -- 12th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival
  Performing Arts: Celebrating its 12th anniversary, the Festival will feature more than 75 independent movies from around the globe, including the Spain, Japan, Mexico, Sweden, and France, as well as many films from local Bay Area artists. In addition to all of the fantastic independent movies and panel discussions that you've come to expect, this year Bruce Willis will accept a Lifetime Achievement Award on Saturday, April 4th. Tickets can be purchased online.
  Fee: variesTime: Varies - Call for Schedule Phone Number: (707) 933.2600

• TBA -- Petaluma Downtown Antique Faire
  Fair, Antiques: Browse and shop among the more than 180 vendors offering antiques and unique collectibles. Historic Downtown Petaluma, Fourth Street, Kentucky Street.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348

• TBA -- Ferrari-Carano's Taste of Spring
  Celebration, Food & Wine Education: Spring is in full bloom at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery for the annual Taste of Spring, a food and wine pairing extravaganza. The event features new vintages of Ferrari-Carano's award-winning wines paired with winery owner Rhonda Carano's favorite recipes. 8761 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: $25Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 831.0381

• TBA -- Pepperwood Preserve Wildflower Festival
  Festival: Come celebrate the majesty of spring wildflowers at Pepperwood Preserve. Natural history activities, booths, and hikes. Live Music. Families welcome. Bring your own lunch. Meet at the Pepperwood barn. Rain or shine. Advanced registration not required. 3450 Franz Valley Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 542.2080

• TBA -- The 3rd Annual Wranglers Ball
  Celebration, Live Music: Yee-haw cowboys and cowgirls! Guests will enjoy a Western Barbeque,listen and boogie down to live country music by the Old Boot Band,Wild West gaming saloon, and much more. Call to make reservations, purchase tickets or receive additional information about the Wranglers Ball.
  Fee: $100 ppTime: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 568.2300

• TBA -- Bodega Bay Fishermans Festival
  Festival, Benefit: The Fisherman's Festival is an annual all volunteer community fund raising event that honors the local fishermen with the blessing of the fleet and a boat parade. Live Music, Food, Wine Tasting, Arts & Crafts, Children's Exibits, Pet Parade, Wooden Boat Challenge "Blessing of the Fleet" Boat Parade. It's at Westside Park in Bodega Bay.
  Fee: $10 ($8 for seniors) children under 12 FreeTime: 10 a.m. - sunset Phone Number: (707) 875.3866 - day, (707) 875.9099 – eve