Sonoma County Sizzles with Summer Events

. June 26, 2009

SONOMA COUNTY, CA, June 26, 2009 - Summer activities explode in Sonoma County, starting with unique Fourth of July celebrations, outdoor wine events, and performing arts ranging from plays and musicals to concerts.

With such a fantastic array of events and activities, summer is definitely a hot time to visit Sonoma County's wine country.

Read more about these and other events, and book your trip on www.sonomacounty.com.

Scenic Sonoma County Exhibit

July 1-Aug. 31

Chateau St. Jean Winery

8555 Sonoma Highway

Kenwood

(707) 537-6706

Sonoma County photographers, Sharon and Gus Feissel, present their photographs of scenic diversity and beauty of Sonoma County in the upstairs gallery at Chateau St. Jean Winery.

www.feisselphotography.com

Ravenswood After Hours

July 1- Sept. 30, Wednesdays

Ravenswood Winery

18701 Gehricke Road

Sonoma

(707) 933-2332

Every Wednesday, unwind in our tasting room with Ravenswood wine, light snacks and the high hilarity brought to you by your host - 'Uncle Bob' Williams.

www.ravenswood-wine.com

Wines & Sunsets in Paradise

July 1-Sept.30, Wednesdays

Paradise Ridge Winery

4545 Thomas Lake Harris Dr.

Santa Rosa

(707) 528-9463

Bring friends, a camera and a picnic and enjoy the luscious Paradise Ridge wines while watching spectacular Sonoma County sunsets from the winery's expansive veranda and beautiful poetry terrace. Wines available by glass or bottle.

www.prwinery.com

Lend Me A Tenor

July 1 - Aug. 1

Summer Repertory Theatre

Santa Rosa High School

1235 Mendocino Ave

Santa Rosa

(707) 527-4343

A door slamming farce by Ken Ludwig.

www.summerrep.com

Cowgirl Creamery Cheese Tour

July 1 - Aug. 26

Cowgirl Creamery

419 1st Street

Petaluma

(866) 433-7834

Take a guided tour of this artisan cheese making facility. Watch the cheeses being made - from curd to wrapping. Taste delicious cheese made, learn the history of Cowgirl and local dairies and take home a sampler bag of Cowgirl Creamery's award-winning cheeses.

www.cowgirlcreamery.com

Women and Wine Wednesdays

July 1 - Sept. 30

Cellars of Sonoma

133 Fourth Street

Santa Rosa

(707) 578-1826

Relax and unwind with an evening of women, wit and wisdom! Meet your counterparts and share an evening in the beautiful Cellars of Sonoma Tasting Room. Wine tasting and appetizers included.

www.cellarsofsonoma.com

Sebastopol Art Walk

July 2 - Sept.3

Downtown Sebastopol

(707) 874-9462

Art galleries and merchants downtown will be open on the first Thursday evening of each month, 6-8 pm, with demonstrations and special presentations.

Wine Tasting Fundamentals

July 2 - Sept.24

Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards

23555 Hwy 21

Sonoma

(707) 933-1951

Learn the art of savoring wine, while enjoying five varietals from the Carneros region. Tips on tasting, proper storage, preservation, presentation and serving will ensure that you leave as an expert in understanding the subtleties of wine.

www.gloriaferrer.com

The Wedding Singer

July 2 - Aug. 8

Summer Repertory Theatre

1501 Mendocino Ave.

Burbank Auditorium

Santa Rosa

(707) 527-4343

A new '80s musical comedy, Music by Matthew Sklar

www.summerrep.com

Touch of Blue Art Show

July 3 - July 24

Windsor Arts Council Gallery

Hembree House Cultural Center

9231 Foxwood Drive

Windsor

(707) 838-8048

The Windsor Arts Council art show, 'A Touch of Blue,' shows at the Hembree House Cultural Center. Local artists have been invited to submit works in all media that represent the theme as interpreted by each artist. The Hembree House is open to the public, free of charge, Friday through Sunday.

Barefoot In The Park

July 3 - Aug. 5

Summer Repertory Theatre

1501 Mendocino Ave.

Newman Auditorium

Santa Rosa

(707) 527-4343

Neil Simon's Broadway hit.

www.summerrep.com

Friday Night Live at the Plaza in Cloverdale

July 3 - Sept 4; 6:30 pm

Downtown Plaza

Cloverdale

Live music, food, wine, beer, and dancing

www.cloverdale.net

Finally Fridays

July 3-Sept. 25, every other Friday

Wilson Winery

1690 Dry Creek Road

Healdsburg

(800) 433-4602

Every other Friday, relax on the rustic redwood deck overlooking the gorgeous Dry Creek Valley. You can take a picnic or pre-order dinner, enjoy a bottle of Wilson's award winning wine and listen to live Sonoma County bands.

www.wilsonwinery.com

Monte Rio Fireworks

July 3

Village Inn & Restaurant

20822 River Blvd.

Monte Rio

(707) 865-2304

The Village Inn Restaurant will be offering two seatings for dinner in the main dining room and one seating at a BBQ downstairs where guests will be able to stay at their table the entire evening to watch the fireworks. Vernell Anders will be performing.

www.villageinn-ca.com

Bodega Bay Fireworks Over the Harbor

July 3

Bodega Bay Harbor

Highway One

Bodega Bay

(707) 875 3866

Head on out to the coast for fireworks! The display will be after sunset.

www.bodegabay.com

Fireworks and Music Festival

July 3

Karlson Field

Analy High School

6950 Analy Ave.

Sebastopol

(707) 823-1511

There will be games, relays, a flag ceremony, sing-along, and plenty of food, with fireworks at dusk.

www.seb.org

Red, White, and BOOM!

July 4

Sonoma County Fairgrounds

1350 Bennett Valley Road

Santa Rosa

(707) 578-7800

Come celebrate an old-fashioned 4th of July with great food, live local music and lots of FIREWORKS! Music will feature Santa Rosa's very own High Speed Wobble, the Pat Jordan Band, and Wonderbread 5.

www.SantaRosaRedWhiteandBoom.com

B.R. Cohn Winery's Big Classic Car Exhibit

July 4

B.R. Cohn Winery

15000 Sonoma Highway

Glen Ellen

(800) 330-4064

Come and view Bruce Cohn's own collectible cars and many others at the inaugural B.R. Cohn Winery Charity Car Classic. The winery will also feature food offerings from Sonoma star chef and TV Food Network's Guy Fieri's Johnny Garlic's kitchen, plus award winning B.R. Cohn wines. There will be live music in the famed B.R. Cohn amphitheatre as well as raffle prizes and an auction.

www.brcohn.com

Guerneville Fireworks Celebration

July 4

Downtown Guerneville

(707) 869-9000

Fireworks over the Russian River! Festivities include the Russian River Rotary BBQ, Live Music, and a Craft Fair. Fireworks can be viewed from the Historical Bridge and the downtown region. No admittance onto Johnson's beach.

www.russianriver.com

Cloverdale July 4th Celebration

July 4

The Shelford House B&B

29955 River Rd.

Cloverdale

(707) 894-5956

The Shelford House will be celebrating their fifth annual 'fireworks, apple pie and homemade ice cream' event. You can see the fireworks of downtown Cloverdale right from the balcony of their Carriage House.

www.shelford.com

Fireworks in Sonoma Valley

July 4

Sonoma State Historic Park

3rd St W & W Spain St

Sonoma

(707) 996-1090

Bring a blanket and find a spot in the fields surrounding Vallejo's home in the city of Sonoma to enjoy a small-town fireworks show.

www.sonomavalley.com

Bicycle Santa Rosa

July 4

Juilliard Park

Santa Rosa Ave. & Juilliard Park Dr.

Santa Rosa

(707) 545-0153

An annual celebration of bicycles in the form of a July 4th festival in Santa Rosa's Juilliard Park. Join Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition for this well-loved family-friendly event. Kids will enjoy a jumphouse, water games, a bike decorating booth and bike parade, as well as bike skills course, and traditional kids' activities. For adults, there's a slow bike race, flat tire fixing contest, and more. Plus, live music, food vendors, bike-powered blender smoothie booth, and Free Valet Bike Parking.

www.BikeSonoma.org

Escape to Wine Country Saturday Program

July 4 - Sept. 26

Landmark Vineyards

101 Adobe Canyon Road

Kenwood

(707) 833-0218

Every Saturday from 1-4pm, Landmark features live complimentary music by local area musicians and also horse-drawn wagon rides. Sip award winning Chardonnay and Pinot Noir varietals by the glass, relax in the garden areas with a picnic basket, enjoy a reserve flight in the tasting room or try your hand at Bocce Ball. Dog and child friendly.

www.landmarkwine.com

After Hours at Iron Horse

July 4 - Sept.26

Iron Horse Vineyards

9786 Ross Station Road

Sebastopol

Iron Horse invites you to enjoy an 'after hours' food and wine pairing on Saturday evenings. Best described as gourmet elegance without pretense, the tasting is outdoors, the view is stunning, their chef prepares delicious taste treats using all fresh, local ingredients and the hospitality is warm and welcoming. Guests can choose three food items and five wines at $55 per person.

(707) 887-1507

www.ironhorsevineyards.com

Sunday Brunch at Timber Cove Inn

July 5 - Sept.27

Timber Cove Inn

21780 No. Coast Highway 1

Jenner

(800) 987-8319

Enjoy Sunday lunch by the sea at Alexander's at Timber Cove Inn. Treat your palates to a delightful array of fresh oysters, shellfish, and chowder alongside brunch fare and complimentary mimosas.

www.timbercoveinn.com

Every Sunday on the River!

July 5 - Sept. 27

Village Inn & Restaurant

20822 River Blvd.

Monte Rio

(707) 865-2304

Join the Village Inn & Restaurant every Sunday afternoon for Jazz and BBQ! Imbibe in tropical drinks and munch on summer food as you gaze out on the Russian River. Stop by, unwind, and enjoy the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer on the river.

www.villageinn-ca.com

What's Cooking at the Glenelly Inn?

July 7

Glenelly Inn & Cottages

5131 Warm Springs Road

Glen Ellen

(707) 996-6720

'Butchering 101' with Glen Ellen Village Market's popular Vince Cabrera. Vince will explain and demonstrate trimming beef and lamb, and where all those nice looking cuts you buy from the butcher counter come from.

www.glenelly.com

Cat On A Hot Tin Roof

July 8 - Aug. 1

Summer Repertory Theatre

1501 Mendocino Ave.

Newman Auditorium

Santa Rosa

(707) 527-4343

This Tennessee Williams American classic smolders with sensuality, heartbreak and poetry.

www.summerrep.com

Friday's Summer Music Series

July 10 - Sept. 18

Mazzocco Vineyards

1400 Lytton Springs Road

Healdsburg

(800) 501-8466

Every other Friday evening, Mazzocco Winery offers live music on the green. Bring a picnic, or order a Jimtown Store box meal, sit among the roses & watch our vineyards glisten in the sunset. Enjoy the tunes from some of Sonoma County's best bands in true wine country style.

www.mazzocco.com

Mame!

July 10 - Aug. 6

Summer Repertory Theatre

1501 Mendocino Ave.

Burbank Auditorium

Santa Rosa

(707) 527-4343

Sparkling musical comedy, music and lyrics by Jerry Herman

www.summerrep.com

Shakspeare on the Green

July 10-12, 16-19

Windsor Town Green

9455 Bell Road

Windsor

The Bard is Back in Town! Come join Windsor Shakespeare on the Green this summer as it presents The Tempest on the new Sparks Veterans Memorial Stage on the beautiful Windsor Town Green.

www.theatregreen.com

Pinot and Pizza

July 11, Aug. 1, Sept. 12

Lynmar Estate

3909 Frei Rd.

Sebastopol

(707) 829-3374 x102

Ingredients from the Estate garden, local cheeses and gourmet mushrooms will be used to create delectable pizzas in our custom-designed wood burning oven. The pizzas are paired with our current release Lynmar Estate Pinot Noirs.

www.lynmarestate.com

Eco-Tour Hike with Jeff Kunde

July 11 and Sept.19

Kunde Estate Winery & Vineyards

9825 Sonoma Highway

Kenwood

(707) 833-5501 x334

This four-hour eco-tour hike, tasting and wine country box lunch will reward you with sights of wildlife, panoramic views of the Sonoma Valley, and knowledge of Kunde Estate's sustainable winegrowing practices.

www.kunde.com

Say Cheese!

July 11 and Aug. 29

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Road

Healdsburg

(800) 975-0555 x13

Professional fromagiers will take you through five cheeses specifically paired with the five selected wines. You will find an array of flavors in cheeses from Sonoma County and all over the world that come together with Lambert Bridge wines.

www.lambertbridge.com

Salsa Saturdays

July 11 - Sept 19; 2-5 pm

deLorimier Winery

2001 Highway 128

Geyserville

(800) 546-7718

Live bands one week and DJ Salsa the next. Picnic in the new Cabana Courtyard every Saturday and listen to music.

www.delorimierwinery.com

Chef Pouring Series

July 12 - Aug 30; 2-4 pm

deLorimier Winery

2001 Highway 128

Geyserville

(800) 546-7718

Food & wine; join local celebrity chefs as they pour wine and chat about their favorite wine country recipes.

www.delorimierwinery.com

Annual Art & Garden Festival

July 12

Historic Downtown Petaluma

(707) 762-9348

More than 100 booths filled with artists, food vendors, gardeners, farmers and merchants, along with Jazz performers from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Historic Downtown Petaluma along Fourth Street, Kentucky Street and in the A Street parking lot.

www.petalumadowntown.com

Monte Rio Wine Tasting Group

July 13 - Sept.14

Monte Rio Community Center

20488 Highway 16

Monte Rio

(707) 865-9956

Meeting the second Monday of each month, join industry professionals to beginners and learn about wine production, enter discussions, hone your palate and best of all, taste a lot of great wines.

www.mrrpd.org

Hands on Grilling with Celebrity Chef John Ash

July 15

Vintners Inn Event Center

4350 Barnes Rd

Santa Rosa

(707) 566-2616

Enhance your summer grilling techniques with this hands-on class. On the menu are Grilled Ratatouille, Brown Sugar Quail stuffed with Wild Mushrooms, Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Apricot Barbecue Sauce and more, all paired with grilling-friendly wines.

www.vintersinn.com

Hanzell Winemaker Dinner

July 15

Sante Restaurant

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn

100 Boyes Blvd.

Sonoma

Chef Andrew Cain invites you to enjoy an exquisite gourmet meal perfectly paired with wines from Hanzell Winery, one of the area's most prominent winemakers.

(707) 939-2467 www.fairmont.com/sonoma/GuestServices/Restaurants/WinemakerDinnerSeriesCalendar.htm

Henriot Champagne Cellars Winemaker Dinner

July 16

Timber Cove Inn

21780 Coast Highway 1

Jenner

(707) 847-3231

Join Tanya Pringsheim from Henriot Champagne Cellars for an evening of great wine and food at Alexander's oceanfront restaurant at Timber Cove Inn.

www.timbercoveinn.com

MidSummer Mozart Festival

July 18

Gundlach Bundschu Winery

2000 Denmark Street

Sonoma

(707) 939-3019

Gundlach Bundschu Winery brings a regional consortium of classical musicians playing fresh and intelligent interpretations of this universally recognized composer to their outdoor amphitheatre.

www.gunbun.com

17th Annual Cotati Kids Day Parade & Festival

July 18

La Plaza Park

Cotati

(707) 792-4600 x640

'Rock & Roll Through the Ages' Pancake Breakfast, Parade and then Festival in La Plaza Park with booths, games, prizes, Diaper Derby, live entertainment & more!

www.ci.cotati.ca.us

Sbragia Family Vineyards Lobster Feed

July 18 and Aug. 15

Sbragia Family Vineyards

9990 Dry Creek Road

Geyserville

(707) 473-2992 x10

Wonderful lobster, wine and a spectacular sunset on the terrace. Get started with passed appetizers and then the lobster feed begins!

www.sbragia.com

Cline Wine & Jazz Festival 2009

July 18

Cline Cellars

24737 Arnold Dr.

Sonoma

(707) 940-4024

This event is a reincarnation of the old Oakley Wine & Jazz Festival, produced by Fred Cline and Ken Keeler from 1985-1990, back when Cline Cellars was located in Oakley, Ca. Three of this year's bands were involved in the Oakley events. Wine, beer, and food available for purchase.

www.clinecellars.com

Oyster and Wine Pairing

July 18

Robledo Family Winery

21901 Bonness Road

Sonoma

(707) 939-6903

Enjoy Hog Island Oysters served with Chef Maria's handmade salsas and paired with Robledo's Gold Medal Winner Sauvignon Blanc. RSVP only.

www.robledofamilywinery.com

17th Annual Catalan Festival

July 18-July 19

Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards

23555 Carneros Highway 121

Sonoma

(707) 933-1999

This festival is all about good food, wine and fun, of course, with a Catalan accent. Let your senses be enticed by the melodies of classical guitar, rhythms of Flamenco dance, aromas of saffron and spice and the taste of delightful bubbly.

www.gloriaferrer.com

Napa-to-Sonoma Wine Country Marathon

July 19

Napa/Sonoma

The marathon starts at a winery in Napa and winds through the Carneros wine region through vineyards, farms, and a wildlife preserve to the grand finish down Broadway into Sonoma Plaza. Includes shirt, medal, goodie bag, wine glass & tasting for post-race Wine & Music Festival.

www.destinationraces.com

Tickle Me Pink

July 19

Bovolo

106 Matheson Street

Healdsburg

(707) 431-2962

A family style dinner with local pink winery hot shots: Hugh Chapelle of Lynmar, Shane Finley of Shane Cellars, and Mick Unti of Unti Vineyards.

www.bovolorestaurant.com

Garden Tour

July 19 and Aug. 1

Occidental Arts & Ecology Center

15290 Coleman Valley Road

Occidental

(707) 874-1557

In this 2 hour tour beginning at 10:00am, participants will be introduced to the Center's organic gardens, which preserve thousands of varieties of rare and endangered food, medicinal, and ornamental plants.

www.oaec.org

FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals

July 24-26

Infineon Raceway

29355 Arnold Drive

Hwys 121 & 37

Sonoma

(800) 870-RACE

The fastest-accelerating vehicles on the planet will take to Infineon Raceway's world-famous drag strip during the FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals. The 7,000-horsepower Top Fuel dragsters and Funny Cars will headline the weekend, along with Pro Stock Cars and Pro Stock Motorcycles.

www.infineonraceway.com

Mangia Bene! Italian Winery Dinner

July 25

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards

100 Pythian Road

Santa Rosa

(888) 675-WINE x 255

Celebrate the perfect pairing of St. Francis Wines with Executive Chef David Bush's mouth watering Italian cuisine. Enjoy the summer night with a glass of Chardonnay and take in the views of the Mayacama Mountains from the Tasting Room Terrace.

www.stfranciswinery.com

It's All In The Glass

July 25

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Road

Healdsburg

(800) 975-0555 x13

Learn the importance of the glass when drinking wine! This tasting compares four wines in their appropriate glasses with wine served in a glass not specialized for its varietal.

www.lambertbridge.com

2nd Annual Lobster Feed

July 25

Harvest Moon Estate & Winery

2192 Olivet Road

Santa Rosa

(707) 573-8711

Enjoy fresh lobster flown in from Maine, oysters from Tomales Bay, prawns, corn on the cob plus all the fixings paired with fabulous wines. Dine family style with fantastic food, wine and friends. Tour the vineyards, olive groves and more!

www.harvestmoonwinery.com

Cultural Heritage Day at Fort Ross

July 25

Fort Ross State Historic Park

19005 Coast Highway One

Jenner

(707) 847-4777

Celebrate the Russian cultural heritage of Fort Ross with Russian folk music and dance, musket and cannon demonstrations, and activities for the whole family.

www.fortrossstatepark.org

Dixieland in the Alexander Valley

July 26

Private Home

Geyserville

(707) 522-8786

The Beyond Salvation Dixieland Band will entertain with a surprising repertoire using 15 different instruments and kazoos. Casual seating with plentiful delicious food served with Kelley & Young wine and door prizes are all included with this fun musical event, sponsored by the Santa Rosa Symphony League. The party will be held at a private Victorian estate home in Geyserville.

www.santarosasymphony.com

Sonoma County Fair

July 28 - Aug 9

Sonoma County Fairgrounds

Santa Rosa

(707) 545-4200

The Fair Before Time is the theme of this year's fair, featuring new Dinosaur Island. Come and enjoy headline entertainment, livestock show, the largest themed flower show, wine country racing and more.

www.sonomacountyfair.com

Lazy Bear Weekend

July 29 - Aug 3

Russian River

Guerneville

A unique event unlike anything in the world, bringing Bears, cubs and men together from all over the world to take advantage of the activities and natural beauty of Guerneville, CA.

www.lazybearweekend.com

Cooking Local

July 31

Bovolo

106 Matheson street

Healdsburg

(707) 431-2962

Dine on what you make in this hands-on cooking class: bottomless glasses of our cincin wines, peach bellinis, spinach salad with pickled peaches, bacon salt baby back ribs w/ peach agrodolcea, roasted peach with amaretto gelato.

www.bovolorestaurant.com

Chautauqua Series: The Mark Growden Band

July 31

Occidental Arts & Ecology Center

15290 Coleman Valley Road

Occidental

(707) 874-1557

The Occidental Arts & Ecology Center presents The Mark Growden Band as part of its annual Chautauqua Series. The concert is presented on the outdoor stage of OAEC's North Garden Theater. A space that feels like home, the Theater is a work of art that is as much a part of the show as any of the acts.

www.oaec.org

NHRA Division 7 Drag Races

July 31 - Aug. 2

Infineon Raceway

29355 Arnold Drive

Hwys 121 & 37

Sonoma CA

(800) 870-RACE

Fans will be treated to exciting drag racing action at the NHRA Division 7 Races, presented by Korbel. These 3,500-horsepower dragsters will rocket down the Infineon Raceway drag strip. More than 450 cars will compete during this event, including 250-mph Top Alcohol Dragsters and Top Alcohol Funny Cars.

www.infineonraceway.com

Gun Bun Summer Fun Film Fest

Aug. 1

Gundlach Bundschu Winery

2000 Denmark Street

Sonoma

(707) 939-3019

Gundlach Bundschu Winery hosts their annual night under the stars, featuring a high-energy local band followed by a showing of the Breakfast Club at dusk. Gourmet picnics will be available for purchase.

www.gunbun.com

Mugnaini Wood-Fired Oven Cooking Classes

Aug. 1 and Sept.4

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Road

Healdsburg

(800) 975-0555 x13

Andrea Mugnaini, known as the ambassador to the world of wood-fired cooking through her company Mugnaini Imports, demonstrates a variety of roasting and grilling techniques in the Mugnaini Tuscan ovens in the winery's al fresco kitchen.

www.lambertbridge.com

Eighth Street Wineries Open House

Aug. 8

MacRostie Winery

21481 Eighth Street East

Sonoma

(707) 258-9458

Discover Sonoma's secret enclave of Eighth Street Wineries, as eight artisanal wineries welcome the public to taste their limited-production wares. This one-day event will feature current releases, new releases and library offerings as well as barrel-tastings and food pairings. www.eighthstreetwineries.com

ZAP - 1/2 ZAPPED Zinfandel Tasting

Aug. 8

Vine and Barrel

143 Kentucky St.

Petaluma

(707) 765-1112

Join ZAP and Vine & Barrel and 30 of the top producers of Zinfandel in the state of California as we dine on roasted pig and hand-smoked cheeses for this third annual event.

www.vineandbarrel.com

Traditional Lobster Boil

Aug. 8

Nicholson Ranch

4200 Napa Road

Sonoma

(707) 938-8822

Begin with a festive wine & cheese reception while awaiting the 'Lobster King', John Sorenson, to set the tables with a bounty of lobster, shrimp, potatoes, artichoke, onion, garlic, corn, bread and butter.

www.nicholsonranch.com

48th Annual 2009 Art in the Redwoods Festival

Aug 13-16

Gualala Arts Center

46501 Gualala Road

Gualala

(707) 884-1138

www.gualalaarts.org

Weekend celebrating the arts with a "Top Hat" dinner, fine art exhibit, champagne preview and festival with live music.

Grape to Glass 2009

Aug. 14-16

Various Locations

Russian River Valley

Sonoma County

(707) 528-8633

Hosted by the Russian River Valley Winegrowers, this event encourages you to 'Live Like a Local' and get fully immersed in one of California's most unforgettable wine regions. Join the family of winegrape growers, winemakers, chefs and innkeepers for a variety of amazing events taking place throughout the weekend.

www.rrvw.org

Gravenstein Apple Fair

Aug. 15-16

Ragle Ranch Park

500 Ragle Rd.

Sebastopol

This country fair showcases the Gravenstein Apple and the experience of an old time country get together. Over 125 artisans display their arts and crafts. Sip Sonoma County wines, beers and ales and listen to toe tapping music. Chef demo's, Children's Corner and Life on the Farm exhibits.

www.gravesteinapplefair.com

Wings Over Wine Country

August 15 - 16

Charles M. Schulz - Sonoma County Airport

Santa Rosa

707-566-8380

Annual benefit air show of the Pacific Coast Air Museum with acrobatic and vintage planes. This year we again feature the popular C-17 Globemaster III, the Air Force's newest and most capable airlifter.

www.pacificcoastairmuseum.org

Sustainable Winegrowing Hike

Aug. 15

Kunde Estate Winery & Vineyards

9825 Sonoma Highway

Kenwood

(707) 833-5501 x334

Join Sonoma Valley Docent Bill Myers on a fun, casual and up-close hike through the 1,850 acre volcanic and vertical Kunde Estate. This is a great opportunity to see sustainable winegrowing practices at work while taking in some of wine country's most spectacular scenery. The hike will conclude at the Tasting Room, where invigorated hikers can sample Kunde's hand crafted estate-grown wines.

www.kunde.com

Chautauqua Series: Teresa Tudury and Friends

Aug. 15

Occidental Arts & Ecology Center

15290 Coleman Valley Road

Occidental

(707) 874-1557

The Occidental Arts & Ecology Center presents Teresa Tudury and Friends as part of its Annual Chautauqua Series. Poignant, funny, and lyrical, Teresa's joy is rivaled only by her mastery of the song. The concert is presented on the outdoor stage of OAEC's North Garden Theater. A space that feels like home, the Theater is a work of art that is as much a part of the show as any of the acts.

www.oaec.org

Tour d'Organics

Aug. 16

Sebastopol Community Center

390 Morris St.

Sebastopol

The Tour d'Organics bike ride is a supported bike ride that explores local organic farms on routes that are some of the most beautiful in Sonoma County. 13mi, 35mi, 65mi, and 100mi route options. The ride is a fundraiser for OrganicAthlete (organicathlete.org).

www.tourdorganics.com

20th Annual Petaluma Summer Music Festival

Aug. 20 - Sept. 12

Various Locations

Petaluma

(707) 763-8920

Cinnabar Theater hosts Petaluma's annual summer musical festival event, featuring a variety of music in favorite Petaluma venues and outdoor location with musical concerts of classical and chamber music, classic Country Western, Flamenco, Jazz, Celtic, World Music and even Goth Swing.

www.cinnabartheater.org

Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma

Aug 21 - 23

Infineon Raceway

29355 Arnold Drive, Highways 121 & 37

Sonoma

800 870 RACE

An exciting weekend of open-wheel racing featuring IndyCar stars Danica Patrick, Scott Dixon, Marco Andretti and more.

Al Fresco Flavors of Spain Winery Dinner

Aug. 22

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards

100 Pythian Road

Santa Rosa

(888) 675-WINE x255

Enjoy a warm summer evening under a magnificent Sonoma sky with St. Francis Winery Chef David Bush's superb wine and food tasting menu.

www.stfranciswinery.com

Taste of Railroad Square - A Culinary Journey

Aug. 22

Historic Railroad Square

4th Street and Wilson

Santa Rosa

(707) 570-0128

'Taste of Railroad Square' is a culinary journey through Santa Rosa's Historic Railroad Square District's finest foods, brews, wines and fare. It is also a delightful celebration of the area's unique history, ambiance and a gateway to the new SMART train. 'Taste' features an afternoon of sampling delicacies, wine, shopping, music and more.

www.tasteofrailroadsqaure.com

It's A Lobster Fest!

Aug. 22

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Road

Healdsburg

(800) 975-0555 x13

Come play and win prizes, eat with your hands and enjoy refreshing Lambert Bridge wines and comforting foods with a subtleness of spices and elegance of lobster! This is an opportunity to enjoy great wines and great food!

www.lambertbridge.com

19th Annual Cotati Accordion Festival

Aug. 22-23

La Plaza Park

Cotati

(707) 664-0444

A non-stop multicultural extravaganza of accordion music, polka dancing, food, drink and crafts. Bring your accordion to play in the Lady of Spain-a-Ring!

www.cotatifest.com

Fall & Winter Plant Sale and Garden Tours

Aug. 22-23

Occidental Arts & Ecology Center

15290 Coleman Valley Road

Occidental

(707) 874-1557

Sept.is the time to put fall and winter seedlings into the ground while the soil is still warm! Plant sales hours are 9am-5pm. Tours of the gardens will be given at 11 am and 1 pm. Admission and tours are free.

www.oaec.org

11th Annual Russian River Car Show

Aug. 29

Monte Rio Parks & Recreation and Park District

20488 Highway

16 Monte Rio

(707) 865-9956

This event features Stock and Modified American cars built between 1900 and 1973 and offers plenty for the whole family to enjoy all day including the poker walk, great raffle, BBQ and more.

www.mrrpd.org

Petaluma Wine Jazz & Blues Festival

Aug. 29

Sonoma-Marin (Petaluma) Fairgrounds

Payran St. & E. Washington St.

Petaluma

(707) 769-9650

Great jazz and blues bands, featuring Charlie Musselwhite, and winners from the Sonoma Marin Fair 'North of the Gate' Wine Competition feature at this year's Petaluma Wine Jazz & Blues Festival.

www.petalumawinejazzandbluesfestival.org

15th Annual Bodega Seafood, Art & Wine Festival

August 29-30

Watts Ranch, 16855 Bodega Highway

Bodega

707-824-8717

Featuring the best of California's wineries, breweries, artists, and craftspeople. This event also features outstanding regional and national musicians, and a delicious selection of seafood, a kid's funzone, environmental exhibits, and more.

www.winecountryfestivals.com

Handel's Water Music

Aug. 30

Petaluma River Turning Basin

The River House

222 Weller St.

Petaluma

(707) 763-8920

Part of the 2009 Petaluma Summer Music Festival, Handel's Water Music will be presented at twilight from a barge in the middle of the river to celebrate the great composer's 250th birthday. Audience will be seated near the water's edge at the historic River House, where food aplenty will be available.

www.cinnabartheater.org

Sonoma Wine Country Weekend

Sept. 4-6

Sonoma County

An epicurean event unlike any other, Sonoma Wine Country Weekend features more than 200 world-class wineries and chefs showcasing their talents at stylish winemaker lunches and dinners, a show-stopping Taste of Sonoma, and a joyously over the top Wine Auction.

www.sonomawinecountryweekend.com

Taiko Ren - Music in the Gardens

Sept. 5

Goltermann Gardens

1000 Skillman Lane

Petaluma

(707) 763-8920

Part of the 2009 Petaluma Summer Music Festival, this concert features the powerful art form of Taiko drumming, plus Japanese music and dancing is presented. Goltermann Gardens is part of a historic 6-acre farmhouse estate located in Northern Petaluma. Food and local wine available for purchase, picnics welcome.

www.cinnabartheater.org

Spanish Wine Tasting

Sept. 5

Vine and Barrel

143 Kentucky St.

Petaluma

(707) 765-1112

Join Vine and Barrel and 20 of the top producers from Spain as they present a collection of Spanish wines paired with tapas, grilled sausage, lamb, smoked-meats as well as the finest cheeses. There will also be fantastic live music. 21 and over only.

www.vineandbarrel.com

Studio Discovery Tour

September 5 - 7 and 12 - 13; 10am - 5pm

Sonoma / Mendocino Coast

Free, self-guided tour along a 30-mile stretch of Highway 1, from Sea Ranch to Irish Beach, visiting artists studios. The participating artists demonstrate the making of their art and share their unique vision. From the website, download catalog a description of each artist, and detailed map.

www.studio-tours.com

17th Annual Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction

Sept. 6; 11 - 6

Cline Cellars

24737 Highway 121

Sonoma

800.939.7666

Alliance celebrates with picnics, dinners and wine auction.

www.sonomavalleywine.com

Twiga at Twilight ... An African Adventure

Sept.12

Safari West Wildlife Preserve & African Tent Camp

3115 Porter Creek Rd.

Santa Rosa

(800) 616-2695

A gala to benefit the Safari West Wildlife Foundation. It's a night of adventure, music, and most ferocious fun... featuring African-inspired cuisine, great local wines, and silent and live auctions.

www.safariwest.com/twiga

13th Annual Kendall-Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival

Sept.12

Kendall-Jackson Wine Center

5007 Fulton Road

Fulton

(800) 914-7511

Spend a beautiful Wine Country afternoon sampling more than 170 varieties of heirloom tomatoes in every size, shape and color imaginable - picked fresh from Kendall-Jackson's own Culinary Gardens! Attendees experience the food of gourmet food purveyors, a Food & Wine magazine Best New Chef's Challenge, wine education seminars, a tomato growing contest, garden tours and live entertainment. All paired with Kendall-Jackson wines.

www.kj.com

Mexican Independence Day

Sept.12

Robledo Family Winery

21901 Bonness Road

Sonoma

(707) 939-6903

Celebrate Mexico's Independence Day with delicious Mexican cuisine paired with Robledo Family wines. Enjoy live entertainment and wine specials. RSVP only.

www.robledofamilywinery.com

Petaluma River Fest

Sept.12

Petaluma River Turning Basin

Historic Downtown

Petaluma

(707) 769-0429

Boaters and groups of boaters that include the Maritime Museum with the scow schooner Alma, Master Mariners and Small Craft groups demonstrate how to have fun on and around the Petaluma River.

www.visitpetaluma.com

Cajun Zydeco Festival

Sept 12

Ives Park

7400 Willow St

Sebastopol

Fun day of music. See website for music line-up.

www.rotarycajun.com

17th Annual Street Celebration Cruise and Sockhop

Sept 11; 6-8 pm

Downtown Plaza

Cloverdale

Free festival in downtown Cloverdale

www.cloverdale.net

Russian River Jazz & Blues Festival

Sept. 12-13

Johnson's Beach & Resort

16241 1st Street Guerneville

(949) 388 1020

An amazing weekend of jazz and blues music, great food and wine tasting on the river.

www.omegaevents.com

Art in the Park

Sept.12-13

Walnut Park

Corner of Petaluma Blvd. So. & D St.

Petaluma

(707) 793-2113

Petaluma Arts Association presents this exhibition and sale featuring works by local artists, with music and food vendors from 10:00am.

www.petalumaarts.org

The Chef's Table with Celebrity Chef John Ash

Sept.14

Vintners Inn Event Center

4350 Barnes Rd

Santa Rosa

(707) 566-2616

In this hands-on class, 12 students will gather in the kitchen and prepare a special 6 course meal. Then, sit down after your labors and enjoy each course with special wines selected by John Ash and sommelier Jennifer Warfel. On the menu: Grilled Pizzas with Pancetta and Fresh Mozzarella, Chilled Heirloom Tomato Soup with Salsa Verde, Wild Halibut wrapped and steamed in Swiss Chard with Coconut Curry Sauce, Tenderloin of Beef with Blackberry Sage Sauce and Hen of the Woods Mushrooms and more.

www.vintnersinn.com

ZinTopia

September 19

Warm Springs Recreation Area at Lake Sonoma

Healdsburg

707-433-3031

Discover harvest in Dry Creek Valley. The focus of this event will be Zinfandel as our signature varietal, while at the same time featuring a discovery and educational aspect for the experiential traveler who wants to learn about our uncommon red and white varietals and behind the scenes harvest details. Our Sauvignon Blanc will lead the charge for our whites. Top notch food to compliment our wines will be served by a green certified local caterer. Live music!

www.wdcv.com

Sonoma County Grape Camp

Sept 21-23

Various locations

The ultimate hands-on wine and food adventure. Spend three days in Sonoma Wine Country, work the vineyards, learn from master winemakers, pick grapes, blend your own wine. Food and wine pairings, cheese making, play croquet, dine with new friends in the vineyards and on the banks of the Russian River. Relax at the luxurious Vintners Inn.

www.sonomagrapecamp.com

15th Annual Sebastopol Celtic World Music Festival

Sept. 25-27

Sebastopol Community Cultural Center

390 Morris Street

Sebastopol

With a wide array of Celtic crafts and wares, fine foods, workshops, dancers, children's activities, microbrewed ale, and choice wines, The Sebastopol Celtic Festival has developed a reputation for presenting quality world-class entertainment in a warm and inviting setting, influencing many of the performers to stay during daytime festivities over the weekend.

www.cumuluspresents.com/celtic/

112th Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival

Sept. 25-27

Historic Sonoma Plaza

Sonoma

Food, wine, art and family activities mark Saturday and Sunday's festivities at Sonoma's Plaza, which include music, dancing, children's games, food and wine tasting, a parade, historical re-enactments, a wacky waiter's relay race and grape stomping.

www.sonomavinfest.org

Old Grove Festival

Sept. 25-27

Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve

17000 Armstrong Woods Road

Guerneville

(707) 869-9177

The Annual Old Grove Festival takes place at the historic Redwood Forest Theatre in Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. The Old Grove Festival features an outstanding variety of musical and theatrical productions that help Stewards raise funds to support our educational and stewardship programs, as well as, continued advocacy for ALL State Parks. Food, beverages and a wine bar will be available at the event. Picnics are welcome.

www.stewardsofthecoastandredwoods.org

Wine and Chocolate Pairing

Sept.26

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Road

Healdsburg

(800) 975-0555 x13

Enjoy a pairing of chocolate delicacies paired with Lambert Bridge wines at this special tasting featuring Marisa Churchill, who was called "one of the city's top pastry chefs" by San Francisco Chronicle food critic Michael Bauer.

www.lambertbridge.com

Cotati Oktoberfest

Sept. 26

La Plaza Park

Cotati

(707) 795-5508

Get out your lederhosen and practice your yodeling for the Cotati Oktoberfest. Wunderbar food, beer, root beer, and oom-pah-pah bands, Bavarian singers and dancers! One price pays for all, plus a souvenir beer stein! Takes place under a giant tent.

www.cotati.org

Taste of Petaluma

Sept.26

Historic Downtown Petaluma

(707) 763-8920

Plan your own culinary journey around downtown Petaluma by picking your destinations based on delicious menu choices. Choose from 60 participating restaurants wineries breweries and food purveyors located in various restaurants galleries and shops.

www.tasteofpetaluma.org

Simi Fall Forage

September 25-27, 2009.

Simi Winery

16275 Healdsburg Avenue

Healdsburg

A variety of events to celebrate "Sonoma County Weekend Along the Farm Trails." Friday night Kick-Off Celebration will feature farmers from each Sonoma region who will share history and highlights about farms that can be visited in their area. Other weekend activities include cooking demos, tastings paired with Simi wines and a Fall Forage Feast on Saturday evening.

www.simiwinery.com

Weekend along Farm Trails

September 26 - 27, 2009

Various locations

800-207-9464

Good food comes from good farmers and Sonoma County's are the best. Once a year, we Sonoma County farmers throw open our gates and welcome you onto our carefully tended soil. No appointments necessary. Just drop by, sample our freshly-picked produce.. With over 100 members offering hundreds of different products, we promise you'll be surprised by the bounty our farms have to offer.

Free

www.farmtrails.org

2nd Annual West End & Railroad Square Hand-Car Regatta

Sept.27

Historic Railroad Square

4th Street and Wilson

Santa Rosa

(707) 570-0128

The Hand-Car Regatta represents a free public celebration of mechanical, visual, culinary, and costumed performing arts combined with an inclusive concept of community participation and human ingenuity embracing sustainability, alternative transportation, and good old fashioned fun.

www.handcarregatta.com

Petaluma Fall Antique Fair

Sept.27

Historic Downtown Petaluma

Kentucky and 4th Streets

(707) 762-9348

Browse and shop from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Historic Downtown Petaluma, along Fourth and Kentucky Streets and in the A Street parking lot, among 180 or more vendors offering antiques and unique collectibles.

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