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Sonoma - December Events

    • December 11 -- 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

    Ongoing Events

    • Ongoing -- E&O Trading Co - Wine for Wheelchairs
      Benefit: Whenever you purchase a bottle of Lookout Ridge 'Marco Digiulio' Sonoma Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon '05 (92 points, Wine Spectator) at E&O Trading Co., Wine for Wheelchairs will donate a wheelchair to one needy individual in your name. You will receive a photograph of the recipient receiving their wheelchair.
      Fee: $120Time: All day Phone Number: (415) 693.0303

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • Nightly -- Martini Music Night
      Live Music: Live local music, panoramic ocean views, drink specials. All ages welcome, Never a cover charge. Bluewater Bistro and Bar 21301 Heron Drive, Bodega Bay
      Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.3513

    • Wine and Cheese Pairings -- Wine and Cheese Pairing at Robledo Family Winery
      Food & Wine Education: Cheese and Wine Pairing at Robledo Family Winery. A selection of local artisan cheeses paired with our reserve wine flight. To be accompanied by seasonal condiments and chocolate truffles. Six guest minimum/eight guest maximum. Advanced reservations required by calling Jayme at (707) 939-6903.
      Fee: $30pp Time: by appointment only Phone Number: (707) 939.6903

    • 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 -- 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

    • 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 Sunday -- French Garden Farm Market
      Market: Freshly harvest produce from French Garden Farm sold every Sunday during Brunch year round at French Garden Restaurant, 8050 Bodega Avenue, Sebastopol
      Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 824.2030

    • 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

    • 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 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 -- 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 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

    • Friday through Sunday and by appointment -- Vineyard Excursion in the Pinzgauer
      Wine Education: This adventure will get you out into Gundlach Bundschu's 320-acre estate. Our Pinzgauer vehicle takes you into the foothills of the Mayacamas mountains, where you'll learn about the vines that have made our wines for 150 years. After a tasting at the summit, we'll head back to the caves for a sip of our Vintage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
      Fee: $40/personTime: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 939.3019

    • 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 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

    • Every Friday Night -- GLAM Friday
      Celebration: Gay Lesbian & Open Minded Club !Hot Dj's,Go-Go Dancers,Drink Specials,etc. Come dance all night!Top40,Hip Hop. 21+ 3345 Santa Rosa Ave Santa Rosa. Cheers!
      Fee: $6Time: 9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 217.0330

    • 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

    • 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

    • April 3, May 15, June 25, Aug 14, Sept 25, November 12 & 19, Dec 4 -- Classic Sparkling Wine and Cheese Combinations at Gloria Ferrer
      Wine & Food Education: Hosted by Cindy Friedman, CWP Savor the pleasure of glorious cheese paired with our distinctive Gloria Ferrer Sparkling wines. Local Sonoma County artisan cheeses share center stage with some of the best from Spain and other regions of California. 23555 Hwy Carneros Hwy., Sonoma
      Fee: $30Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.1917

    • TBA -- Blessing of the Olives at the Mission
      Celebration: This beautiful, traditional ceremony at the Mission San Francisco Solano de Sonoma. Music, tradition, and refreshments. East Spain and First St. East, Sonoma Plaza
      Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 996.1090

    • TBA -- Christmas dinner
      Holiday, Dining: Join your local Sonoma Valley community for the Annual Free Christmas Dinner at the Sonoma Community Center. This holiday meal features gourmet foods, a hosted bar, live music, and, more. Andrews Hall, 276 East Napa Street Sonoma, CA
      Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.4626 x1

    • TBA -- Green Wine Summit
      Wine Education: The Green Wine Summit is the groundbreaking forum for ALL wine industry players who care about sustainability. The two day Summit features a Keynote VIP Dinner, Green Wine Showcase and Green Wine Reception, and learning opportunities from Leadership Topics in the General Session to focused Breakout Sessions. Hyatt Vineyard Creek, Santa Rosa
      Fee: Call for information & registrationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 255.9222

    • TBA -- Celebration of Light
      Performing Arts: The River Choir sings a program of music from across the centuries and around the world that expresses the love and joy of the season including traditional carols sung with the audience. Homemade refreshments provided by The River Choir. Guerneville Community Church, Guerneville
      Fee: $15Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 604.0042

    • TBA -- Open House and Tastings at the Olive Press
      Celebration, Food Education: Watch and learn how freshly harvested olives are made into oil. Taste olive oil, tapenades, cured olives and olive oil flatbreads. 14301 Arnold Dr., Glen Ellen
      Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 939.8900

    • TBA -- Sing-Along Messiah in Santa Rosa
      Holiday, Live Music: Sing-Along Messiah with Santa Rosa Symphonic Chorus, SR Junior College Concert Choir and Chamber Singers and SR Chamber Orchestra, SR High School, 1235 Mendocino Ave. Presented by SR Symphony League to benefit music education for Sonoma County students.
      Fee: $15 Advance/$20 At the DoorTime: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.8742

    • TBA -- Romp with the Beasts New Year's Eve at Safari West
      Holiday, Celebration: Safari West provides a wild habitat for ferocious fun! Party this New Year's under the watchful gaze of our four-footed animals but, remember, you'll only be allowed to dance with the two-legged ones! Sorry, No tickets at the door. Reservations required. 3115 Porter Creek Road Santa Rosa, CA
      Fee: $75 per person for dinner/danceTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2551

    • TBA -- Cioppino Feast
      Celebration, Benefit: Petaluma Sunrise Rotary is having their Annual Cioppino Feast to benefit the Phoenix Theater, Boys and Girls Club of Petaluma and other projects of the Rotary Club of Petaluma. Fabulous Food, Live Music Featuring Triple Haze and a Silent Aution. Hermann Sons Hall, Petaluma
      Fee: $30Time: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 283.8039

    • TBA -- Exclusive Holiday Home Preview Night
      Holiday: Come enjoy an exclusive evening benefiting local charities! Tour six festively-decorated homes (incl. one not on the Sat. tour) in Santa Rosa's McDonald District, plus live jazz, heavy appetizers, cocktails, and a holiday market with local artisans. Cocktail attire.
      Fee: $100, $150/coupleTime: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.5567

    • TBA -- New Years Eve Celebration
      Celebration: Join us at the Hilton Sonoma Wine Country as we ring in the New Year! Customized packages will get you off to the right start. 3555 Round Barn Blvd, Santa Rosa
      Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 6:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 569.5507

    • TBA -- Annual Open House & Craft Bazaar
      Celebration, Benefit: Celebrate with the boys as they open their home. The campus is open for tours, a craft bazaar, photos with Santa and more! Visit Hanna and learn about the program that has helped to change the lives of thousands of boys and their families. Hanna Boys Center, 17000 Arnold Drive in Sonoma
      Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (877) 994.2662

    • TBA -- Christmas at the Mission
      Holiday, Celebration: Christmas at the Mission, an annual Sonoma tradition, combines the holiday spirit with community history. It takes place at the Barracks and the Mission San Francisco Solano on Spain Street on the Plaza.
      Fee: Free, but tickets are requiredTime: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.1519

    • TBA -- Holiday Wonderland Craft Faire
      Holiday, Faire: Featuring 20 vendors including photography, soaps and candles, pottery and lamp work, African baskets, fabric and jewelry, children's toys and much more. Monte Rio Chamber will be selling their delicious hot dogs with chili and chips and hot and cold beverages. Monte Rio Community Center, 20488 Hwy 116, Monte Rio
      Fee: FreeTime: Fri 11a.m.-7pm/Sat 10a.m.-6p.m./Sun 10a.m.-4p.m. Phone Number: (707) 865.9956

    • TBA -- Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
      Holiday, Family Fun: See a flotilla of decorated boats on parade and join in holiday caroling. The parade starts at the Petaluma Marina at 5:30 p.m. and arrives in the Turning Basin at about 6:30 p.m.
      Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 769.0429

    • TBA -- Annual Museum Benefit Victorian Tea
      Holiday, Benefit: Visit the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum to enjoy a proper Victorian-style tea with finger sandwiches, scones and desserts served on fine linen in English bone china by costumed maids and in a Victorian Holiday setting at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 20 Fourth St, Petaluma, CA.
      Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 778.4398

    • TBA -- Holiday Parade of Lights
      Holiday, Family Fun: In this year's theme we celebrate music. What better way to spend your holiday and finish up the year with a "Rockin’" finish in the 2009 Parade of Lights! Bring the family out for a good old fashioned parade featuring more than 100 entries of floats, horses, marching bands, antique cars, trucks and more all decorated with Christmas lights. Spectacular and so incredibly beautiful, just watching it will put the joy & warmth of the holidays in your heart. Hot drinks and snacks will be available. Downtown Guerneville, CA.
      Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.9000

    • TBA -- Annual Holiday Home Tour
      Holiday: The Junior League of Napa-Sonoma presents our annual tour of five homes in Santa Rosa's historic McDonald District, all festively decorated, with all proceeds to benefit local charities! Enjoy our hospitality suite and holiday market for quality items for sale by local artisans and vendors.
      Fee: $45Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.5567

    • TBA -- Catalan Holiday Luncheon at Gloria Ferrer
      Holiday, Dining: Make reservations for our popular holiday feast featuring Catalan cuisine paired with our award winning sparkling and table wines. Includes a private tour, hors d'oeuvres and sit down luncheon. 23555 Carneros Highway (121), Sonoma
      Fee: $70, $56 for wine club membersTime: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.1999

    • TBA -- Holiday Celebration in Old Downtown Windsor
      Holiday Musical Classics; Holly trolley Tours of Old Downtown; Elves' Craft Workshop for Children; Strolling Carolers; 6:15 pm Holiday Tree Lighting; Children's Polar Express Train Rides ($1); Jingle Bell Carriage Rides ($1); Photos with Santa ($9). Rain or shine. 9455 Bell Road, Windsor
      Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.1260

    • TBA -- Crab Feed - The Tides Wharf, Bodega Bay
      Dining: 18th Annual Dungeness Crab Feed. Price includes: chilled dungeness crab, pasta, green salad, french bread, cocktail sauce, mustard sauce, melted butter. Reservations a must. Special discounted room rates for crab feed guests available at The Inn at the Tides. 835 Hwy One, Bodega Bay
      Fee: $39.95 per person, plus tax & gratuityTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.3652

    • TBA -- Alexander Valley Ladies Aid Xmas Bazaar
      Holiday: The first weekend in December brings the annual Alexander Valley Ladies Aid Bazaar. Dried Wreath, hand made decorated green wreaths, cookies, jams, one of a kind handmade items, hand-painted ornaments and decorated gourds, Raffle including water color picture, decorated sweatshirt. Free refreshments. Historic Alexander Valley Church, 6650 Hwy 128, Healdsburg.
      Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.4504

    • TBA -- A Holiday Concert for the Coast
      Holiday, Live Music: Gualala Arts Local Eyes present "A Holiday Concert for the Coast" featuring the Ernest Bloch Bell Ringers, joined by internationally acclaimed vocalist Sita Milchev, along with her granddaughters, the Allen Sisters. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Road, Gualala
      Fee: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Performance/Free ages 12 & underTime: 4 p.m Phone Number: (707) 877.1138

    • December 1 - 31 -- Sonoma Valley Gingerbread Winery Contest
      Family Fun, Holiday:Visit Sonoma Valley wineries filled with holiday cheer as they participate in the third annual Gingerbread Winery Contest! Professionals and amateurs are producing gingerbread likenesses of their winery that will be on display in the tasting room. This is a great holiday outing for the whole family to visit the wineries, sample some of Sonoma Valley's finest wines, pick up some great gifts and vote on your favorite Gingerbread Winery! Participating wineries: Anaba Wines, Arrowood Vineyards & Winery, Chateau St. Jean, Cline Cellars, Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Kenwood Vineyards, Landmark Vineyards, Larson Family Winery, Little Vineyards Family Winery, Nicholson Ranch, Robledo Family Winery, Roessler Cellars, Viansa Winery & Marketplace.
      Fee: None to view Gingerbread WineriesTime: 10 am - 5 pm Phone Number: (707) 935.0803

    • TBA -- A Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair
      Holiday, Fair: Our 35th Annual! Over 60 booths with handcrafted items created and sold by the artists. Fantastic prize give-away! Free entertainment. Refreshments available for purchase. One stop holiday shopping! Finley Community Center, 2060 West College Avenue, Santa Rosa
      Fee: $2 Adults 18 and over Time: Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m./Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 543.3737

    • TBA -- Ode to Crab Winery Dinner at St. Francis Winery
      Food & Wine Education: Join us as Chef David celebrates the start of the Northern California Crab season with a menu featuring all things crab. Every gourmet course will be paired with a St. Francis wine including a special library selection. Reservations Required. 100 Pythian Road, Santa Rosa
      Fee: $125/$99 Wine Club MembersTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 833.0255

    • TBA -- Lighting of City Hall with Santa on the Plaza
      Holiday, Family Fun: Every year Santa Claus rides on a vintage fire truck to the Sonoma Plaza, lights up the Christmas tree and City Hall and passes out candy canes to tots.
      Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 996.1090

    • TBA -- Kids Holiday Treats Workshop at Relish
      Holiday, Family Fun: As always kids will make a variety of seasonal goodies from scratch. The kids will do it all — measure, mix, stir, roll, bake and decorate — under the guidance of Relish's staff. Each student will enjoy hot chocolate and a nibble at the end of the class, plus take home a decorated box with goodies to share. 14 Matheson Street, Healdsburg
      Fee: $50 (ages 7 - 11) Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.9999

    • TBA -- Holiday Lighted Parlour Tour
      Holiday, Benefit: The 2009 Holiday Lighted Parlour Tour transforms Petaluma homes and public buildings into a visual treat of seasonal decorations. The tour benefits non-profit preservation activities of Heritage Homes of Petaluma. Call for more information.
      Fee: $15Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.3456

    • TBA -- New Years Eve Party
      Celebration: Join your local Sonoma Valley community for The New Years Eve Party at the Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, Sonoma.
      Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.4626

    • TBA -- Petaluma Downtown Holiday Open House
      Holiday, Celebration: Don't miss the Christmas festivities and open houses throughout Downtown Petaluma on Saturday December 5th. The Petaluma Downtown merchants and Antiques Stores will be celebrating the Holiday Season.
      Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348

    • TBA -- 24th Annual Occidental Crafts Faire
      Holiday, Fair: Handmade crafts & chances to win great gifts at the Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire. Over 35 local and regional artists, entertainment, a bucket raffle, wreaths, fabulous food, and more. Proceeds from this fundraiser are returned to the community through programs funded by the Community Council. Occidental Community Center, 3920 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental
      Fee: FreeTime: Sat 10a.m. - 5p.m./Sun 10a.m. - 4p.m. Phone Number: (707) 874.9407

    • TBA -- New Years Eve Dinner at the Lodge at Sonoma
      Holiday, Dining: Celebrate New Year's Eve with a four-course prix fixe dinner. Reservations required. 1325 Broadway, Sonoma
      Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 931.2042

    • TBA -- Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
      Holiday, Lecture: Following the form in which it has been offered each year since 1919 at King's College Chapel, Cambridge, England, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols will be presented again in the Gualala Arts Center auditorium this Christmas Eve. Local coast musicians will join together to provide special solos, ensemble selections as well as accompaniment for congregational singing of the carols. Vocal soloist Sita Milchev and pianist Don Krieger on the synthesizer / keyboard provide key musical leadership and direction for the evening service. Gualala Arts Center - 46501 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA.
      Fee: Donations gladly acceptedTime: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 882.2074

    • TBA -- Healdsburg Rotary Annual Crab Feed
      Benefit: The 30th annual Crab Feed and Auction will be held at the Villa Chanticleer, 1248 North Fitch Mountain Road, in Healdsburg. Doors open 5pm, Dinner 6-8pm, Silent Auction 5-7pm, Live Auction starts 8pm. Tickets: $55 if purchased by October 31, $60 thereafter.
      Fee: See descriptionTime: See Description Phone Number: (707) 433.9123

    • TBA -- Christmas Day Dinner at The Lodge at Sonoma
      Holiday, Dining: Come celebrate Christmas with Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar. A four course prix fixe dinner featuring the best local Sonoma ingredients and seasonal desserts creates a holiday meal to remember. Reservations required. 1325 Broadway Sonoma, CA
      Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 931.2042

    • TBA -- Light Up A Life
      Celebration: Hospice of Petaluma invites the community to join together for an evening of music, inspiration and remembrance. Thousands of clear, bright lights will shine to symbolize the lives, hopes and dreams. With a $10 donation light can be dedicated in memory of honor of a loved one.
      Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m Phone Number: (707) 778.6242

    • TBA -- Dining Out For Life
      Dining, Benefit: Join Food For Thought - Sonoma County AIDS Food Bank, for our Annual Dining Out For Life. Dine out at a participating restaurant and either 25% or 50% of your food bill will be donated to Food For Thought. Some restaurants will be donating the same percentage of alcohol sales as well. List of restaurants at http://www.diningoutforlife.com/sonomacounty
      Fee: variesTime: Varies Phone Number: (707) 887-1647

    • TBA -- Family Gingerbread House Decorating at Relish
      Holiday, Family Fun: Each group will decorate its own large pre-built gingerbread house with extra frosting, oodles of candy and a dose of powdered sugar snow that is sure to bring out the creative side in kids of all ages. Each group will take its decorated gingerbread house home to admire and devour! 14 Matheson Street, Healdsburg
      Fee: $74 (for groups of up to 5 people) Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.9999

    • TBA -- Luther Burbank Home Holiday Open House
      Holiday, Celebration: tart off the holiday season with a return in time to the Victorian era. See the Burbank Home decorated in traditional turn-of-the-century style. Shop for unique gift items in the Carriage House Gift Shop. Enjoy tea and cookies in the historic Burbank Greenhouse. Santa Rosa Avenue at Sonoma Avenue.
      Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 524.5445

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