Ongoing Events- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - January 31 - July 20
-- Exhibit: To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA
Exhibit: This exhibit looks at the history of the Apollo 10 space mission and the Peanuts character's role in the flight. It will feature a one-third scale model of the Apollo command module from the Johnson Space Center, an Apollo-era flight suit, the actual image of Charlie Brown that has flown aboard Apollo 10, and a special children's area. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
Fee: Adults $5-8, Kids $5, Members FreeTime: Regular Museum hours Phone Number: (707) 579.4452 - 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 - May 29 - July 24
-- Touch of Blue Art Show
Exhibition: The Windsor Arts Council announces it's new art show, "A Touch of Blue," showing at the historic Hembree House Cultural Center 9231 Foxwood Drive, Windsor. Local artists have been invited to submit works in all media that represent the theme, as interpreted by each artist.
Fee: FreeTime: Fridays through Sundays, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.8048 - July 2-3, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30
-- Rick Reynolds "Only The Truth Is Funny: Mid-Life At The Oasis"
Performing Arts: Don't miss this second opportunity to experience what The San Francisco Chronicle has called "belly laughs for the heart. Cinnabar Theater, 3333 Petaluma Blvd North, Petaluma
Fee: $20 Advance/$25 At the DoorTime: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 763.8920 - July 10 - 26
-- A Midsummer Night's dream
Performing Arts: A theatrical event like no other, come experience the magic, the moonlight and the mayhem that is A Midsummer Night’s Dream. 1st show of the 16th Annual Sebastopol Shakespeare Festival outdoors in Ives Park. Children 12 and under are Free!
Fee: $18-23, Thursdays are Pay What You CanTime: Thurs-Sun @ 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.0177 - July 19 - 31
-- "A Night In, for the Animals"
Auction, Benefit: "A Night In, for the Animals", an on-line auction, benefiting the Sonoma Humane Society, from July 19th to July 31st. Bid on wine, special tastings, fabulous vacations, gourmet goodies, wine cellars, balloon rides, and more! Register at www.sonomahumane.org and start bidding!
Fee: Free, unless you have a winning bid!Time: 24 hours a day during auction days Phone Number: (707) 542.0882 - 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 - May - November
-- Windsor Farmers Market
Recreation: Each Sunday from May through November. The market will host a wide array of fresh produce, including vegetables, fruits, and herbs, and several varieties of dried fruit, and fruit platters at Christmas time. At the Windsor Town Green on Bell Road.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.5382 - 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, June 10 - August 26
-- Petaluma Evening Farmers' Market
Market: Features include live weekly musical entertainment and gourmet hot pizza. Grab a bite of dinner, enjoy the music and browse booths selling farm fresh produce including eggs, cut flowers, baked goods, and more. Walnut Park, Petaluma Boulevard South and "D" Streets.
Fee: FreeTime: 4:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.0344 - 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 First & Third Wednesday
-- Celtic Session Music-Guerneville School
Live Music, Benefit: Join us the First & Third Wednesday of each month for Celtic Folk Music at 16280 Main Street, Guerneville. This is an invitation to participate at a gathering of Celtic musician's session. 10% of today's pizza sales are donated to 2nd grade at Guerneville School.
Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.0501 - Every Wednesday, May 13-August 12
-- Santa Rosa Downtown Market
Markets, Family Fun: Sonoma County's largest and most popular Farmer's Market and street faire. The Downtown Market brings the community together to celebrate and showcase the bounty of Sonoma County by offering fine foods, fresh produce, a wonderful variety of entertainment, and handmade arts and crafts. The Santa Rosa Downtown Market fills the downtown area along Fourth Street from Mendocino Avenue to E Street.
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 524.2123 - 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 - May 31 - September 13
-- Cotati Farmers Market
Market, Family Fun: Every Thursday evening, enjoy local farm fresh produce, flowers, eggs, baked goods, gourmet food, handmade crafts, live entertainment and kids activities. Located in La Plaza Park, corner of Old Redwood Highway and W. Sierra Avenue. Free parking. Sponsored by the Cotati Chamber of Commerce.
Fee: FreeTime: 4:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 795.5508 - Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday
-- Michel-Schlumberger Green Tour and Hillside Tasting
Wine Education: Enjoy this extraordinary tour of our eco-friendly Estate learning about our organic garden, abundant wildlife, Wine Creek restoration, sustainable winegrowing and more. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting of our award winning Estate wines. Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate, 4155 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg
Fee: $25Time: 10:30 a.m. by appointment Phone Number: (707) 433.7427 - Every Thusday, Friday & Saturday
-- Sebastiani's Open Air Trolley Tour
Historic, Wine Education: See historic Sonoma, inclusive of three of our prized vineyards, through the eyes of the Cuneo & Sebastiani Families. Approximately 50 minutes. Weather permitting. 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma
Fee: $7.50 per person Time: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.3230 - Fridays June 15 - September 14
-- Cloverdale Farmers Market
Market: Every Friday, local farmers will be selling produce, flowers, crafts, olive oil, baked goods, ect. Broad St. across from City Plaza.
Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 894.4049 - 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 - Fridays
-- Bayer Park and Community Garden
Family Fun, Garden Education: Experience Santa Rosa's agricultural past - in the middle of the city! The whole family will delight in the barns, hay bales and working garden at Bayer Farm, operated by LandPaths. Kids (and adults!) will enjoy farm activities, crafts, games and active play. Call for information.
Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 524.9318 - 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 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 & 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 - 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 - 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 - Ongoing Saturdays
-- Jazz on the Veranda
Live Music: Enhance an evening of wine tasting or an elegant dinner as you relax on the Madrona Manor veranda and enjoy jazz classics with renowned artisits Greg Hester on piano and Jim Passerell on horn and bass. May through July. Location: Healdsburg.
Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 258.4003, (707) 433.4231 - 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 - Saturdays
-- Al Fresco Pizza Saturdays
Wine & Food Education: Please join Lambert Bridge Winery this summer for Italian Pizzas from our outdoor Tuscan Ovens. Chef Andrea will be here doing Mugnani Oven demonstrations and preparing an array of artisan pizzas to pair with Lambert Bridge Wines.
Fee: ComplimentaryTime: Call for information. Phone Number: (707) 431.9600 x13 - 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 - Saturdays, May through November
-- Healdsburg Certified Farmers' Market
Market: Saturday Market held at North and Vine Streets, One block west of the Plaza, Healdsburg, CA.
Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.1956 - First weekend of the month
-- Ride the Miniature Train at Youth Park
Family Fun: Redwood Empire Live Steamer's Interactive Railroad Museum Presents new portable track at Youth Community Park! Come ride with us the first weekend of each month May through October Donations accepted. 100% of all proceeds will further fund development of museum.
Fee: $1 per RideTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., weather permitting Phone Number: (707) 543.3282 - 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
-- Catalan Festival at Gloria Ferrer
Festival: 2009 Gloria Ferrer Catalan Festival Saturday and Sunday July 18th & 19th 11:AM to 4:00PM Mark your calendar for our annual Catalan Festival! This festival is all about good food, wine and fun, of course, with a Catalan accent. For detailed information regarding the festival visit our website at www.gloriaferrer.com. 23555 Hwy 121 (also called Arnold Drive) Sonoma, CA
Fee: $45 Adults, $37 Under 21Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.1999 - TBA
-- Petaluma Farmers' Market
Market: Admission is free every Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. Visit more than 50 booths selling farm fresh produce (much of it organic), fresh cut flowers, vegetable starts, live oysters, olive oil, fresh cheeses, fresh baked goods, hot foods, a jumping house, pony rides, face painting and hand made crafts. Walnut Park, Petaluma Boulevard South and "D" Streets.
Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.0344 - TBA
-- Independence Day Celebration
Celebration: Join us for this day long celebration! The Downtown Guerneville Crafts Faire from 10am-6pm in the Guerneville Plaza, the Russian River Rotary BBQ with chicken, ribs and beer/wine bar from 1pm-7pm at Oddfellows Hall, swing to the music of Heard These Cats! and Laguna Moon Band, along with kids's activities at the block party 'til dark and then the Grand Finale is the pyrotechnic spectacular fireworks over the river!
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m Phone Number: (707) 869.9000 - TBA
-- 98th Annual Monte Rio Variety Show
Performing Arts, Benefit: This year's Variety Show will feature special guests, Grammy Award winning musicians, hot rock bands, jazz, and special acts that are guaranteed to delight spectators of all ages. All proceeds will benefit St. Catherine's Catholic Church, the Monte Rio Elementary School, and the Monte Rio Volunteer Firefighter's Association.
Fee: $20.00 for adults, $5 for children 13-17Time: Show begins at 7 p.m., Pre-BBQ at 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 865.2234 - TBA
-- Red, White & Boom Santa Rosa
Family Fun: Kick back on the lawn and enjoy one of the largest fireworks displays in the North Bay. Picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs welcome. No alcohol or glass containers, pets tents or canopies allowed through the gate. Food booths, entertainment and more. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa
Fee: Free, parking $10 all lots or park free downtownTime: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.4200 - TBA
-- Sonoma County Fair
Family Fun: Jason Michael Carroll, Blues Festival, The Wailing Souls, Village People, the largest themed flower show in the US & Wine Country horse racing - plus Splash Dogs diving competition 3x daily, new Sustainable Sonoma Tent & a stunning salute to America throughout the grounds. Seniors free admission on Tuesdays, all kids 0-12 free on Thursdays. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa
Fee: Adults $9/Ages 7-12 $3/Age 6 & under freeTime: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.4200 - TBA
-- 2nd Annual Amphora Luau
Celebration: The first was an outstanding success, so we've decided to make it an annual event. Join us for Hawaiian food, music and a little hula. You may even have a chance to hear Rick play a little Rock~n~Roll! $50 for wine club members if purchased by June 18th, $60 thereafter & the general public. Amphora Winery; 4791 Dry Creek Road; Healdsburg, CA;
Fee: $50 wine club members;$60 general publicTime: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.7767 - TBA
-- Carneros Wine Country Half Marathon
Recreation: This popular running race attracts runners and wine enthusiasts from all over the country. Your race journey begins at Cuvaison Carneros Estate winery in Napa, then passes thousands of acres of vineyards, ranches, wineries and the Napa/Sonoma Marshes Wildlife Preserve on your way to the grand finish down Broadway into historic Sonoma Plaza.
Fee: price varies $15 - $50Time: 7:10 a.m, - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.1769 - TBA
-- Fort Ross Cultural Heritage Day
Historic: From 1812 to 1841 the Russian American Company Settlement Ross was home to a unique blend of cultural groups - Russians, Creoles, Native Alaskans and Kashaya and Coast Miwok Native Americans. On Cultural Heritage Day we celebrate the cultural diversity of these Fort Ross inhabitants. Fort Ross, Sonoma Coast, California
Fee: $20. per car, Bus 10+ passengers $3/persTime: 10 a.m - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 847.3286 - TBA
-- Midsummer Mozart Festival
The Festival celebrates 35 years of magical music with two programs presented at unique venues throughout the Bay Area including the stunning outdoor amphitheater at the Gundlach Bundschu Winery. Tickets available at www.midsummermozart.org or 800.838.3006.
Fee: $30 - 60Time: 6:30 pm Phone Number: (800) 838-3006 - TBA
-- Jazz and Wine Festival at Cline Cellars
Live Music: Spend an enjoyable day listening to performances by California's top jazz bands while relaxing on the lush grounds of Cline Cellars. Food, wine and beer will be available or bring your own picnic. Cline Cellars, 24737 Hwy 121, Sonoma.
Fee: $25 in advance, $30 at the gateTime: 11a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 940.4025 - TBA
-- Willits Frontier Days
Recreation, Family Fun: Willits Frontier Days - host to California's oldest continuous rodeo. We anticipate another week of extraordinary events we're sure you won't want to miss. Locals and visitors enjoy and participate in CCPRA rodeos, street dances, barbecues, horseshows, a cowboy breakfast, the Black Bart Gunfighters, a parade, a carnival, gymkhana, junior rodeo, and many more fun-filled activities and entertainment.
Fee: varies by eventTime: varies by event Phone Number: (707) 459.6330 - TBA
-- Annual Old Grove Festival
Festival, Live Music: The Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods presents the Old Grove Festival at the Forest Theater in Armstrong Woods. Gourmet Hike with Appetizers, Wine, and Entertainment. The Gourmet Hike will meander through the old growth redwoods of Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. The park is celebrating its 75th Anniversary and this event is one of many taking place to commemorate this nostalgic time.
Fee: Call for information & ticketsTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.9403 - TBA
-- Hot Graton Nights Classic Car Show & BBQ
Celebration: Join us for our 2nd Annual Car Show. Tickets are Will Call and pre-sale only. Price includes car show, barbecue lunch, wine tasting, wine discounts, drawings, prizes, dancing and music by KZST morning show radio personality, Brent Farris! 12 & over only, limited tickets available. Graton Ridge Cellars 3561 Gravenstein Hwy. North, Sebastopol
Fee: $35/$25 Wine Club Members Time: 11a.m. - 4 p.m. (BBQ served 12p.m.-2p.m.) Phone Number: (707) 823.3040 - TBA
-- 2nd Annual Lobster Feed at Harvest Moon Winery
Celebration: Join us at Harvest Moon Estate and Winery for our 2nd Annual Lobster Feed. Enjoy fresh lobster flown in from Maine, prawns, corn on the cob plus all the fixings paired with our fabulous tasting wines. 2192 Olivet Road Santa Rosa
Fee: $88, $70 for Wine Club MembersTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 573.8711 - TBA
-- 4th of July Hometown Parade
Celebration, Family Fun: We are pleased to announce that the Hometown Parade is back! This years Theme: "An Old Fashioned Kenwood 4th of July". 7 a.m., Pancake Breakfast, Kenwood Community Church. 7:30 am 3k-10k Kenwood Footrace. 10 a.m., Kenwood Hometown Parade Plaza Park.
Fee: FreeTime: See Description Phone Number: kenwoodparade@cds1.net - TBA
-- Petaluma Art & Garden Festival
Exhibition, Live Music: Visit Historic Downtown for an afternoon of home and garden art, local crafts, fine wines and delicious delicacies while listening to great Jazz & Blues. Fourth Street and A Street parking lot Sponsoring Group: Petaluma Downtown Association.
Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348 - TBA
-- Monte Rio 4th of July Fireworks & Parade of Lites
Celebration, Family Fun: Over the River aka the Monte Rio 4th of July Fireworks and Parade of Lites is a one of a kind event. Monte Rio
Fee: FreeTime: Dusk Phone Number: (707) 865.9956 - Every Thursday, June - August
-- Summer Nights on the Green
Live Music: The Town of Windsor presents free concerts on the Green. We partnered with the Farmers Market, which opens at 5 p.m., so come early for dinner. Bring your low-back chairs and blankets, and picnic on beautiful Windsor Town Green. Can't wait to see you there! 9455 Bell Rd, Windsor
Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.1260 - TBA
-- 4th of July Old Fashioned Parade & Celebration: Saluting Community Traditions
Celebration, Family Fun: Sponsored by the Sonoma Community Center, join us for a day filled with fun in the Plaza including an eclectic parade, food, live music, and more. Fireworks at Vallejo's Field at dusk complete this Sonoma tradition.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.4626 ext. 1 - TBA
-- Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza
Family Fun: Presented by the American Legion Sotoyome Post 111, at Healdsburg High School Athletic Field. This is the 19th year that your local veterans are sponsoring the show. Donations are welcome!
Fee: FreeTime: Dusk Phone Number: (707) 433.3059 - TBA
-- Bastille Day Luncheon and Celebration
Celebration: Attention! Brothers, sisters, citizens! Join us for a Bastille Day Celebration and luncheon in the cellar of Michel-Schlumberger Winery. Owner Jacques Schlumberger hosts this luncheon annually. Buy tickets early . Remember, this event sells out every year! 4155 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg
Fee: $75 per person includes wine, tax, gratuityTime: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7427 - TBA
-- Duncans Mills Civil War Days
Historic: On July 18th and 19th, the quaint north coast town of Duncans Mills, California, will become the fields of Virginia circa 1863. Civil War Days will once again be on tap as one of the largest re-enactments west of the Mississippi. Over a thousand re-enactors will converge to ensure a very memorable experience for all who attend. Duncans Mills, CA.
Fee: $10, parking $5 per carTime: Sat. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 751.6978 - TBA
-- 23rd Annual Healdsburg Harvest Century Bike Tour
Recreation: Recreation: Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau sponsors this annual event with 60, 37, and 23 mile options. This tour is limited to 1,000 riders; pre-paid registration only. Lunch will be provided along with rest stops, sag wagon support.
Fee: Call for information.Time: Check in begins at 6:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.6935 - TBA
-- B.R.Cohn Winery Charity Car Classic
Benefit, Exhibition: In addition to viewing all kinds of rare, sport, drag racers and collectible cars, there will be food offerings from Food Networks Guy Fieri's Johnny Garlic's, plus B.R Cohn wines. Live auction & raffle, and live music by Rich Little Band The Whiskey Thieves. A portion of proceeds benefit Memorial Hospice of Petaluma. 15000 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen
Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 330.4064
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