Enjoy End of Harvest, Holiday Events

. September 29, 2009

SONOMA COUNTY, CA, September 30, 2009 - As the frenzy of grape harvest and crush subside and the holidays are fast approaching, treat yourself to some of the treasures of past harvests during a Sonoma County wine country getaway.

A full slate of events - from concerts to winemaker dinners - means the last quarter of the year is a perfect time to visit.

Do these entice you to find out more about Sonoma County? Visit www.sonomacounty.com to book your trip today.

WEEKLY EVENTS

Experience Harvest at Kokomo

October

Kokomo Winery

4791 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg

(707) 433-0200

Sundays - Behind-the-scenes tour with Winemaker Erik Miller through the cellar at the height of harvest.

www.kokomowines.com

Sunday Brunch at Timber Cove Inn

October-December

Timber Cove Inn

21780 Hwy 1, Jenner

(800) 987-8319

Sundays - Alexander's at Timber Cove Inn offers a delightful brunch with complimentary mimosas.

www.timbercoveinn.com

Cheese and Wine Pairings

October-December

Truett Hurst Winery

5610 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg

(707) 433-9545

Weekdays - Enjoy cheese and wine pairings daily at their tasting room nestled in the heart of Dry Creek Valley.

www.truetthurst.com

Open Mic Night

October-December

HopMonk Tavern

230 Petaluma Avenue, Sebastopol

Tuesdays - 7:30 p.m., Open mic night hosted by our very own Bill DeCarli.

www.hopmonk.com/music.html

Pub Quiz

October-December

Black Rose Irish Pub

2074 Armory Drive, Santa Rosa

(707) 546-7673

Tuesdays - The Black Rose Irish Pub offers a great night of trivia fun for teams of one to six.

www.theblackrosepub.com

West Coast Swing

October-December

Flamingo Conference Resort and Spa

2777 4th Street, Santa Rosa

Tuesdays - Dance until midnight at the Flamingo Lounge.

www.flamingoresort.com

Wino Wednesdays and Thank

Bacchus for Fridays

October-December

Sheldon Wines

6761 Sebastopol Ave., Ste #500, Sebastopol

(707) 829-8100

Wednesdays & Fridays - Tasting room open from 4-7 p.m., for all of the hard-working, day-job-having folks.

www.sheldonwines.com

Wines and Sunsets in Paradise

October

Paradise Ridge Winery

4545 Thomas Lake Harris Drive

Santa Rosa

(707) 528-9463

Wednesdays - Take your friends, your camera and a picnic to enjoy luscious Paradise Ridge wines while watching spectacular Sonoma County sunsets

from the winery's veranda.

www.prwinery.com

Women in Business and

Wine Wednesdays

October-December

Cellars of Sonoma

133 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa

(707) 578-1826

Wednesday evenings - Relax and unwind for an evening of women, wit and wisdom.

www.cellarsofsonama.com

The World's Biggest Comedy Duo

October-December

Black Rose Irish Pub

2074 Armory Drive, Santa Rosa

Thursday nights - A raucously funny evening featuring the talents of an incredible improvisational troupe.

www.theblackrosepub.com

"SIN" at JK's Ultra Lounge

October-December

JK's Ultra Lounge

595 Rohnert Park Expressway W

Rohnert Park

(707) 623-4227

Thursdays - 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., The hottest GLBT queer weekly party in Sonoma County. Playing the best in Latin, hip hop, house and electronic music. 21 and over.

www.myspace.com/sin_jks

GLAM Thursdays

October-December

Casbar inside the Days Inn

3345 Santa Rosa Ave., Santa Rosa

Thursdays - 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Bringing the LGBT communities together in a trendy, fun and sexy atmosphere.

www.myspace.com/glamthursdays

Thirsty Thursdays

October

Anaba Wines

60 Bonneau Road, Sonoma

(877) 990-4188

Thursdays - 4-5:30 p.m., Complimentary cheese and crackers to pair with your wine tasting.

www.anabawines.com

Bayer Farms Open Gardens

October-November

Bayer Farm

1550 West Ave., Santa Rosa

(707) 524-9318

Fridays - 4-8 p.m., enjoy garden activities, arts and crafts for the kids, and community fun at this six-acre urban farm.

www.landpaths.org

Courtyard Music Series

October

Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate

4155 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg

(707) 433-7427

Friday Nights - Live music in the courtyard. Local artists perform jazz, blues, folk and more.

www.michelchlumberger.com/events

Music and BBQ

October

Truett Hurst Winery

5610 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg

(707) 433-9545

Saturdays - Live music, BBQ and wine.

www.truetthurst.com

After Hours at Iron Horse

October

Iron Horse Vineyards

9786 Ross Station Road, Sebastopol

(707) 887-1507

Saturdays - 5:30-7:30 p.m.

"After hours" food and wine pairing.

www.ironhorsesevineyards.com

Landmark Vineyard's Escape to Wine Country

October

Landmark Vineyards

101 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood

(707) 833-0218

Saturdays - 1-4 p.m., Live music by local musicians and horse-drawn wagon rides. Dog and child friendly.

www.landmarkwine.com

OCTOBER

14th Annual Sonoma County Jewish Film Festival

Sept. 30 - Dec. 3

Boulevard Cinemas, Petaluma

Rialto Cinemas, Santa Rosa

(707) 528-4222

Presented by the Jewish Community Center. Films portray the diversity of modern and historic Jewish life while speaking to universal humanistic themes.

www.jccsoco.org

Calabash: A Celebration of Gourds,

Art and the Garden

Oct. 1

Quicksilver Mine Co.

6671 Front St., Forestville

(707) 887-0799

An exhibit of selected gourd art created by local artists in support of Food for Thought, Sonoma County AIDS Foodbank's annual benefit art and garden auction.

www.quicksilvermineco.com

Sebastopol Art Walk

Oct. 1

Downtown Sebastopol

(707) 874-9462

Art galleries and merchants will be open 6-8 p.m., with demonstrations and special presentations.

Pink Martini

Oct. 1

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Get your tickets early, as this "little orchestra" from Portland, Ore., is returning for one night only following a sold-out performance in 2007.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Sonoma Arts Festival

Oct. 1-4

Sonoma County

(707) 579-2787

A variety of arts events. The range encompasses classical and modern music of all styles, poetry and storytelling, theatre and improv, dance as well as performance art.

www.artssonoma.com

Slaughter Haunts Haunted House

Oct. 1-31

Slaughter Haunts

15 Copeland, Petaluma

(707) 332-6171

Petaluma's newest and scariest haunted house. Once entered, nightmares come true and screams can be heard for miles. Thursday through Sunday.

Carlos Mencia

Oct. 2

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

This popular "observational comedian" has the rare gift of insightful perception, precise delivery, and the unique ability to connect with a diverse audience by pointing out society's hypocrisy.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

B.R. Cohn Charity Auction Dinner

Oct. 2

B.R. Cohn Winery

15000 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen

(800) 330-4064

Part of B.R. Cohn's Charity Events weekend. The dinner offers wine country cuisine created by celebrity chef Bradley Ogden, hosted by KCBS food expert, Narsai David. Dinner will be paired with B.R. Cohn's award-winning wines, along with a live and silent auction.

www.brcohn.com

Sonoma County Harvest Fair

Oct. 2-4

Sonoma County Fairgrounds

1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa

(707) 545-4203

Featuring three days of wine tasting with more than 150 wineries, wine sales, chef demos, microbrew tasting, farm/harvest ag-tivities for kids and adults, World Championship Grape Stomp, live jazz, art show and more!

www.harvestfair.org

Abraham Lincoln's Big, Gay Dance Party

Oct. 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Santa Rosa Junior College

Burbank Auditorium

1501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa

(707) 527-4343

The nation's eyes are on Menard County, Ill., when teacher, Harmony Green, is put on trial after her class Christmas pageant portrays a gay Honest Abe. Part hilarious farce, part provocative socio-political satire, and part campy Vegas.

www.santarosa.edu/threatrearts

Celebrate the Vintage!

Oct. 3

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Rd., Healdsburg

(800) 975-0555 ext. 13

Fifth annual harvest party celebrating great wines paired with great food shared by great friends.

www.lambertbridge.com

Levi Leipheimer's King Ridge GranFondo

Oct. 3

Santa Rosa Fairgrounds

1350 Bennett Valley Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 543-4300

Join three-time Amgen Tour of California winner, Levi Leipheimer, for a fully-supported fall bicycle ride in some of the nation's finest cycling country. Three different routes, range from a fairly flat 35 miles, to a very hilly 105 miles.

www.levisgranfondo.com

Harvest Open House

Oct. 3

Arrowood Vineyards and Winery

14347 Sonoma Highway 12 , Glen Ellen

(800) 938-5170

Celebrate the harvest with Arrowood's newest release and very limited 2006 Malbec, Arrowood Estate Vineyard, accompanied by some great barbecue.

www.arrowoodvineyards.com

Two-Year Anniversary Party

Oct. 3

Ty Caton and Muscardini Cellars

Tasting Room

Kenwood Village Plaza

8910 Sonoma Hwy., Kenwood

(707) 938-3224

Help Ty Caton Winery celebrate with an after-hours party that is not to be missed. Live music, knockout wines, delectable food and unbelievable discounts.

www.tycaton.com

Neil Berg's 101 Years of Broadway

Oct. 3

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

A follow-up to Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway, this production features all new material starring five of Broadway's finest stars.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Garden Tour

Oct. 3

Occidental Arts and Ecology Center

15290 Coleman Valley Road, Occidental

(707) 847-1557 ext. 201

This two-hour tour is an introduction to the Center's organic gardens, which showcase hundreds of annual and perennial heirloom food and medicine crops.

www.oaec.org

23rd Annual B.R. Cohn Charity Events Fall Music Festival

Oct. 3-4

B.R. Cohn Winery

15000 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen

(707) 931-7927

B.R. Cohn Winery hosts the Charity Events Fall Music Festival. On Oct. 2, the Doobie Brothers return with Little Feat and other guests. On Sunday, Oct. 3, Journey plays along with Pablo Cruise and more special guests. Doors open at 11 a.m. both days.

www.brcohn.com

Autumn Faire and Market

Oct. 4

Monte Rio Parks and Recreation

20488 Highway 16, Monte Rio

(707) 865-0056

Regional paella chef Gerard Nebsky will be serving his famous dish. Family friendly activities include pumpkin decorating contests for kids, a petting zoo, arts and craft vendors, cider pressing and entertainment.

www.mrrpd.org

Kunde Cycle and Sip in the Vineyards

Oct. 4

Kunde Estate Winery and Vineyards

9825 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood

(707) 833-5501

A bicycle expedition led by Jeff Kunde winds through the sustainably farmed estate's five distinct eco-systems and volcanic and vertical terrain.

www.kunde.com

B.R. Cohn Charity Events Celebrity

Golf Classic

Oct. 5

Sonoma Golf Club

17700 Arnold Drive, Sonoma

(800) 330-4064

B.R. Cohn's annual celebrity golf tournament returns to the Sonoma Golf Club. Your $500 admission includes one ticket to the Charity Auction Dinner on Oct. 2.

www.brcohn.com

Comics Stripped 5: Household Humor

Oct. 5

Cinnabar Theater

3333 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma

(707) 763-8920

Join the folks at Cinnabar Theater in the studio for some wine tasting and an art show.

www.cinnabartheater.org

Guest Author: Todd DePastino

Oct. 5

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-4452

Author Todd DePastino will give an illustrated talk about "Bill Mauldin: A Life Up Front," his book about the WWII cartoonist.

www.schulzmuseum.org

Emmylou Harris

Oct. 6

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

This revered song interpreter is a 12-time Grammy Award winner and Billboard Century Award recipient.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Ravenswood After Hours with "Uncle Bob" Williams

Oct. 7

Ravenswood Winery

18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma

(707) 933-2332

Unwind with Ravenswood wine, light snacks and the high hilarity brought to you by your host Bob Williams.

www.ravenswood-wine.com

Wine Tasting Fundamentals

Oct. 8 and 22

Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards

23555 Hwy 21, Sonoma

(707) 933-1951

Tips on tasting, proper storage, preservation, presentation and serving will ensure that you understand the subtleties of wine.

www.gloriaferrer.com

Big Oktoberfest Bash

Oct. 9

Santa Rosa Vets Hall

2300 County Center Drive #120A

Santa Rosa

(707) 579-1500 x13

Micro-brew tasting with local breweries, delectable treats, live music and raffle prizes. 21 and over only.

www.sonomacountymuseum.org

Harvest Moon Party

Oct. 10

Harvest Moon Estate and Winery

2192 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa

(707) 573-8711

Be sure to put on your pj's and party hat as this will most certainly be a hoot. www.harvestmoonwinery.com

Meet the Winemaker

Oct. 10

Adler Fels Winery Tasting Room

9575 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood

(707) 833-6131

Meet the Adler Fels winemaker at the Tasting Room from 1 to 4 p.m. every second Saturday of the month.

www.adlerfels.com

Olivet Grange Vineyard Open House

Oct. 10

Inman Family Wines

Olivet Grange Vineyard

(707) 395-0689

Inman Family Wines invites you to visit the Olivet Grange Vineyard to check out progress on the winery. Enjoy a casual wine country afternoon and tour the vineyard and new eco-friendly winery building.

www.inmanfamilywines.com

Cartoonist-in Residence: Susie Cagle

Oct. 10

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-4452

Meet, watch and talk to Susie Cagle, a writer and illustrator. Susie publishes her own mini-comics.

www.schulzmuseum.org

Third Annual Oktoberfest

Oct. 10

Dutcher Crossing Winery

8533 Dry Creek Road, Geyserville

(866) 431-2711

This event combines traditional Midwest foods with incredible wines and hand-crafted lagers. Homemade bratwursts and sauerkraut are flown in from Wisconsin. The Dutcher Crossing family brews exceptional seasonal beers for your enjoyment. Dance or yodel the day away to German music.

www.dutchercrossingwinery.com

Dungeons and Drag Nuns Bingo Odd Fellows Hall

Oct. 10

16219 First St., Guerneville

Dungeons and Drag Nuns Bingo benefits Food For Thought. Doors at 6 p.m., Games at 7 p.m. 18 and older only.

www.rrsisters.org

Multicultural Food & Music Festival

Oct. 10-11

North Gateway Field, Cotati

11 a.m.-6 p.m., Free Admission

Cloverdale's 150th Anniversary

Oct. 10-11

Downtown Cloverdale Plaza and Museum, Cloverdale

(707) 894-0894

Cloverdale will be celebrating its 150th Anniversary with a weekend full of festivities.

www.cloverdalehistoricalsociety.org

ARTrails

Oct. 10-18

Sonoma County

(707) 579-2787 x109

A rare opportunity for the public to meet local artists in their studios and learn about their diverse creative processes and techniques.

www.artrails.org

Sonoma Mountain Art and Wine

Festival/Classic Car Show

Oct. 11

DoubleTree Plaza

101 Golf Course Dr. at Roberts Lake Dr.

Rohnert Park

(707) 795-3648

This festival showcases the best in classic cars, arts, crafts, food, wines, brews, beverages, and green businesses along with live entertainment.

www.rpsm-artandwine.info

Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt

Oct. 14

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Jokes, witty banter, and songs about love and loneliness, this intimate concert features two renowned singer-songwriters and two guitars, doing what they do best - solo

and together.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Francis Ford Coppola Winemaker Dinner

Oct. 16

The Inn at the Tides

800 Highway One, Bodega Bay

(707) 875-2751

The Bay View Restaurant welcomes Jack Marx, Northern California District Manager of Francis Ford Coppola Winery, for a four-course dinner with specially selected wines to complement each course. Reservations a must.

www.innatthetides.com

Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers

Oct. 16 and 17

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Sultry chanteuse Lavay Smith evokes a sensuous era of glamorous Jazz divas and sexy pinups adding a modern, feminist twist.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Asti Tour de Vine

Oct. 17

Asti Winery

26150 Asti Road, Cloverdale

(707) 894-7848

A 25k, 50k, 100k or 100M bicycle tour in Sonoma County wine country. Begin and end your ride at the historic Asti Winery in Cloverdale.

www.astitourdevine.com

Eco-Tour Dog Hike with Jeff Kunde

Oct. 17

Kunde Estate Winery and Vineyards

9825 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood

(707) 833-5501 ext. 334

Eco-tour, tasting and wine country lunch. Conducted by Jeff Kunde, the tour is a moderately strenuous hike that will take you and your pet from the Sonoma Valley floor up to 1,400 feet into the Mayacamas Mountain range.

www.kunde.com

El Dia De Los Muertas

Oct. 17-Nov. 2

Petaluma

(707) 778-9922

Exhibits of altars and art, poetry, music, community health fair, food and multi-cultural offerings.

www.petalumaartscouncil.org

Fort Ross Harvest Festival

Oct. 17

Fort Ross State Historic Park

19005 Coast Highway One, Jenner

(707) 847-4777

During the morning, gather the harvest in the historic Fort Ross orchard. In the afternoon, within the walls of the fort, there will be juicing, baking, and the "Russian House Kedry" will share traditional Russian song and dance.

www.fortrossstatepark.org

Pixar Panel Discussion

Oct. 17

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-4452

Pixar's top designers will answer questions and talk about creating 3-D computer characters for the big screen.

www.schulzmuseum.org

Ravenswood Meet the Growers - Pickberry

Oct. 17

Ravenswood Winery

18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma

Meet Pickberry Vineyard owners Cris and

Lorna Strotz. Taste older Ravenswood vintages from their cellar, along with Ravenswood's '05 and '06. Pickberry library magnums.

www.ravenswood-wine.com

Say Cheese!

Oct. 18

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Rd., Healdsburg

(707) 431-4670

A selection of five wines and five cheeses awaits you to discover two of Earth's greatest pleasures!

www.lambertbridge.com

Complexions Contemporary Ballet

Oct. 21

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Complexions presents a new genre that combines the best of athleticism, lyricism, and technical training.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Rodney Carrington

Oct. 22

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

A gonzo country comedian in the tradition of Cledus T. Judd, Rodney Carrington delivers a Molotov cocktail of stand-up comedy and satirical songs.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Sixth Annual Harvest Festival

Oct. 24

Robledo Family Winery

21901 Bonness Road, Sonoma

(707) 939-6903

Celebrate harvest with the blessing of the grapes and olives, live Mariachi music, Aztec dancers and a grape stomp.

www.robledofamilywinery.com

Christopher Creek's Fall For Zin

Oct. 24

Christopher Creek Winery

641 Limerick Lane, Healdsburg

(707) 431-8243

Celebrate Christopher Creek's gold medal winning Zinfandels at this sixth annual fall event. Taste several vintages of their dueling Zins, Russian River versus Dry Creek.

www.christophercreek.com

Master Class for Adults: The Big Idea with Greg Evans

Oct. 24

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 284-1263

Join Greg Evans, creator of the comic strip "Luann" and explore how to develop a comic strip concept, strong characters, and interesting situations and stories. Advance reservations required.

www.schulzmuseum.org

Stephen Sondheim

Oct. 24

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Stephen Sondheim shares a most personal and engaging view of his work.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Harvest Celebration Dinner

Oct. 24

Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards

23555 Carneros Highway 121, Sonoma

(707) 933-1999

If you like suckling pig, paella and Pinot you won't want to miss this special event.

www.gloriaferrer.com

Iron Horse Food and Wine Pairing

Oct. 25

Iron Horse Vineyards

9786 Ross Station Road, Sebastopol

(707) 887-1507

Iron Horse Vineyards is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Join them for a food and wine pairing at the winery.

www.ironhorsevineyards.com

Pinot on the River 2009

Oct. 25

Rodney Strong Vineyards

11455 Old Redwood Highway, Healdsburg

(707) 922-6362

A full-immersion weekend of Pinot Noir, featuring a full program of in-depth tastings and seminars, vineyard tours and sumptuous food.

www.pinotfestival.com

Fall Colors in Geyserville

Oct. 25

Downtown Geyserville

Hwy 128, Geyserville

(707) 857-3356

Geyserville Fall Colors Festival and Kiwanis Vintage Car Show is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Geyserville Volunteer Fire Department hosts a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m.

Charles Schwab Cup Championship

Oct. 26 - Nov. 1

Sonoma Golf Club

17700 Arnold Drive, Sonoma

(707) 939-4132

Featuring the top 30 money leaders of the season, the Charles Schwab Cup Championship is the culminating event in the Champions Tour's "Road to the Charles Schwab Cup."

www.charlesschwabcupchampionship

Spanish Harlem Orchestra

Oct. 27

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

This razor-sharp orchestra proves that salsa is alive and well. The Grammy Award-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra performs a program of rumbas, cha-chas, mambos, and others.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Of Mice and Men

Oct. 29

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

John Steinbeck's captivating tale of the unique friendship between two traveling workers is brought to life by one of the nation's oldest professional regional theaters.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

Harvest Market Festival

Oct. 30

Downtown Occidental

3611 Main Street, Occidental

The Occidental Bohemian Farmers Market closes its season with Dia de los Muertos activities, pumpkin painting, and other family-friendly seasonal fun.

www.occidentalfarmersmarket.com

Charles Schwab Cup Championship Wine and Food Pairing Festival

Oct. 30 - Nov. 1

Sonoma Golf Club

11700 Arnold Drive, Sonoma

(707) 939-4131

Dozens of the region's finest vintners and chefs will be on hand to offer tastings to attendees. Held in conjunction with the Charles Schwab Cup Championship.

www.charlesschwabcupchampionship.com

Kids Pumpkin Run

Oct. 31

Francis Coppola's Winery

300 Via Archimedes, Geyserville

(707) 385-2500

The Kids Pumpkin Run is at Francis

Ford Coppola Winery. Kids from 4 to 12 are invited to run in costume and play Halloween games on the property.

www.parkpointhealthclub.com/healdsburg

Healdsburg Wine Country

Half Marathon

Oct. 31

Francis Coppola's Winery /Warm Springs Recreation Area

300 Via Archimedes / Lake Sonoma

Geyserville / Healdsburg

(707) 933-1769

Come run in costume through the picturesque Alexander and Dry Creek valleys.

NOVEMBER

Salmon Creek ArtWalk

Nov. 7

Salmon Creek, Bodega Bay

(707) 875-9609

Local and guest artists open their studios in quirky Salmon Creek. Media include: stained glass, ceramics, custom leather sandals and clothing, photography, fine art and much more.

www.salmoncreekartwalk.com

Crane Creek Cuvee Vertical Gala Dinner

Nov. 7

Lambert Bridge Winery

4085 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg

(707) 431-4670

Lambert Bridge Winery will be sharing a

10-year vertical of their most notable wine, the Crane Creek Cuvee.

www.lambertbridge.com

A Wine and Food Affair

Nov. 7-8

Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys

(800) 723-6336

Wine and Food Affair is a weekend of wine and food pairing in the Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys.

www.wineroad.com

Sustainable Winegrowing Hike

Nov. 7 and Dec. 19

Kunde Estate Winery and Vineyards

9825 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood

(707) 833-5501, ext. 334

Join Sonoma Valley docent Bill Myers on a hike through the 1,850-acre volcanic and vertical Kunde Estate.

www.kunde.com

Schindler Exhibition

Nov. 9 - Dec. 11

Petaluma Historical Library/Museum

20 4th Street, Petaluma

(707) 778-4397

A historical drama about the quality of the human spirit unfolds in Petaluma with this exhibition circulated by the Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C.

www.petalumamuseum.com

Ian Anderson Plays the Acoustic Jethro Tull

Nov. 10

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Known throughout the world of rock music as the flute and voice behind Jethro Tull, Ian Anderson plays an acoustic set.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

20th Annual North Bay Veterans Day Parade

Nov. 11

Historic Downtown Petaluma

(707) 769-0429

See what has been called the largest, most colorful parade of its kind in Northern California as it winds its way through Historic Downtown, starting about 1 p.m.

www.visitpetaluma.com

Cline Cellars Winemaker Dinner at Timber Cove Inn

Nov. 12

Timber Cove Inn

21780 Coast Highway 1, Jenner

(707) 847-3231

Join Cline Cellars winemaker Jeff Sternfeld for an evening of great wine and food at Alexander's oceanfront restaurant.

www.timbercoveinn.com

Hall Napa Valley Winemaker Dinner - Bodega Bay

Nov. 13

The Inn at the Tides

800 Highway One, Bodega Bay

(707) 875-2751

The Bay View Restaurant welcomes Megan Gunderson-Paredes, assistant winemaker, of Hall Napa Valley for a four-course dinner with specially selected wines to complement each course. Reservations a must.

www.innatthetides.com

Night in Old Bombay

Nov. 14

Nicholson Ranch

4200 Napa Road, Sonoma

(707) 938-8822 ext. 14

Lively conversation, incredible food and wonderful Nicholson Ranch wines, all while dining fireside with owners Ramona Nicholson and Deepak Gulrajani.

www.nicholsonranch.com

Wild Game Winery Dinner

Nov. 14

St. Francis Winery and Vineyards

100 Pythian Road, Santa Rosa

(888) 675-WINE, ext. 255

This dinner highlights local game harvested from fields and streams by prominent producers. Winemaker Tom Mackey will present a beautifully aged library selection to include with the hearty menu.

www.stfranciswinery.com

Artisano

Nov. 14

Geyserville Inn

21714 Geyserville Ave., Geyserville

(707) 894-8500

Artisano is a celebration of small-production, locally handcrafted wine, food and art and the people who produce it.

www.artisano.org

Character Panel Discussion

Nov. 14

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 284-1263

Pixar's Pete Docter, director of "Up" and "Monsters, Inc.," will join Patrick McDonnell, creator of "Mutts," and Dave Goelz, who voiced Gonzo and other Muppets, to discuss how cartoonists create characters for comic strips, television and animated movies.

www.schulzmuseum.org

Classic Sparkling Wine and Cheese Combinations

Nov. 14 and Dec. 5

Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards

23555 Carneros Highway 121, Sonoma

(707) 933-1951

Savor cheese paired with distinctive Gloria Ferrer sparkling wines. Local Sonoma County artisan cheeses share center stage with some of the best from Spain and California.

www.gloriaferrer.com

Champions of the Dance

Nov. 16

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Come experience the magic of ballroom dancing as professional dancers perform waltzes, fiery Latin numbers, sizzling salsa, and romantic tango.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Jeremy Camp

Nov. 17

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Speaking Louder Than Before Tour, with special guests Natalie Grant and Bebo Norman. Join three of Christian music's most popular artists for an evening of great music.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Lisa Lampanelli

Nov. 20

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

This "loveable queen of mean" (The New York Times) filmed her first HBO special at the Center in 2008. Now, she's back with her no-holds-barred, insult comedy routine.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Holiday in Carneros

Nov. 21-22

Participating Wineries

Carneros Region

(800) 909-4352

This event includes 15-20 Carneros wineries, offering music, barrel tasting and great food. Purchase of a logo wine glass at any participating winery is your "passport" to events at all other wineries for both days.

www.carneroswineries.org

Free Day! Sparky's Birthday

Nov. 22

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-4452

Celebrate Charles Schulz's birthday by visiting the museum for free. Enjoy Cold Stone Creamery's ice cream cake from 1 to 3 p.m.

schulzmuseum.org

Thanksgiving on the Sonoma Serengeti

Nov. 26

Safari West Wildlife Preserve and African Tent Camp

3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-2551

Join everyone at Safari West for a sumptuous Thanksgiving feast served with a touch of Africa. Two seatings: noon and 3 p.m. Reservations are essential.

www.safariwest.com/thanksgiving/

Holiday Open House

Nov. 27

Kendall-Jackson Wine Center

5007 Fulton Road, Fulton

(707) 571-8100

Ring in the holidays at the Kendall-Jackson Wine Center with a reception, wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres.

www.kj.com/events/winery-events/

Bad Boys of Dance

Nov. 27

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Superstar of the Kirov Ballet, Broadway, and the movies, Rasta Thomas has assembled a company of dancers to combine the best of ballet technique with the excitement of musical theater, hip hop, contemporary, tap, martial arts, tango, and Broadway.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Gualala Arts Festival of Trees

Nov. 27

This year the festival features two craft areas with booths decked out for the holidays and vendors offering handmade crafts of the kind available during the 1850s.

www.redwoodcoastchamber.com

Heart of Sonoma Valley's Annual Holiday Open House

Nov. 27 and 28

Glen Ellen and Kenwood Region Wineries

(866) 794-9463

Join over 20 wineries throughout the heart of Sonoma Valley for this annual celebration. Enjoy wine tastings, meet winemakers, mingle in the caves and cellars and pick up holiday gifts.

www.heartofsonomavalley.com

Holiday Favorite

Nov. 27-28

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-4452

Join storyteller and cartoonist Joe Wos for live storytelling and cartoon workshops. Create your own holiday cartoon cards with Joe's help.

schulzmuseum.org

The Wizard of Oz

Nov. 27 - Dec. 6

Santa Rosa Junior College

Burbank Auditorium

1501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa

(707) 527-4343

Join us in celebrating the 70th anniversary of the beloved MGM movie with this magical stage production featuring all your favorite characters.

www.santarosa.edu/theatrearts

Geyserville Tree Lighting Ceremony

Nov. 28

Downtown Geyserville

www.geyservillecc.com

Santa's Riverboat Arrival

Antique Wagon and Horse Procession

Nov. 28

Golden Eagle Shopping Center/Petaluma River Turning Basin, Petaluma

(707) 769-0429

Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the Petaluma Riverfront about noon and proceed in their one-horse sleigh through Historic Downtown Petaluma.

www.visitpetaluma.com

Art Show and Sale

Nov. 28-30

Kendall-Jackson Wine Center

5007 Fulton Road, Fulton

(707) 571-8100

Taste limited release wines while shopping for holiday gifts. View artwork by local artists. And, tour the culinary gardens.

www.kj.com/events/winery-events/

DECEMBER

Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting

Dec. 2

La Plaza Park, Cotati

(707) 792-4600 ext. . 640

Gather in La Plaza Park for carols and tree lighting, then to the Cotati Fire Station across the street for treats, holiday music and a visit from Santa Claus.

www.ci.cotati.ca.us

Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting

Dec. 3

Old Downtown Windsor

(707) 838-1260

Celebrate the season under the glow of old lamplights of yesteryear with graceful horse-drawn carriages carrying guests around beautiful Windsor Town Green

www.townofwindsor.com

Fireside with Ravenswood Founder

Dec. 4

Ravenswood Winery

18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma

(707) 933-2336

Spend an evening around the fire with Joel Peterson, Ravenswood founder and winemaker. Great stories and the Ravenswood 2007 vintage vineyard designates will be featured.

www.ravenswood-wine.com

Guerneville Holiday Extravaganza!

Dec. 3-5

Downtown Guerneville

707-869-9000

Dec. 3: Merchant Open House and Tree Lighting Ceremony; Dec. 4: Prince/Princess Crowning Dinner; Dec. 5: Parade of Lights, 7 p.m.

www.russianriver.com

Holiday Lighted Boat Parade

Dec. 5

Marina and Petaluma River Turning Basin, Petaluma

(707) 769-0429

See a flotilla of decorated boats on parade and join in holiday caroling.

www.visitpetaluma.com

35th Annual Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair

Dec. 5-6

Finley Community Center

2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa

(707) 543-3737

More than 60 booths with handcrafted items created and sold by the artists. Ride Rosie the Trolley, free, between the Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair at Finley Community Center and Holiday Open House at Luther Burbank Home and Gardens.

Luther Burbank Home and Gardens 30th Annual Holiday Open House

Dec. 5-6

Santa Rosa Ave. and Sonoma Ave.

Santa Rosa

(707) 524-5445

The Burbank Home is decorated in traditional, turn-of-the-century style, find unique gift items and enjoy tea and cookies. Ride Rosie the Trolley, free, between the Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair at Finley Community Center Luther Burbank Home and Gardens between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day.

www.lutherburbank.org

Larry The Cable Guy

Dec. 8 - 9

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

"Git-R-Done," The signature catchphrase of this blue collar comedian has earned him sold out shows across the country and worldwide fame.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

A Johnny Mathis Christmas

Dec. 10

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

This holiday season, savor the true Christmas spirit as Mathis, with his warm and tender vocal style, brings back those happy memories of Christmases past. Mathis is joined by an orchestra in this performance featuring his favorite holiday songs and his many, many hits.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Posada Navide~na

Dec. 11

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Road

Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Featuring traditional Mexican

folkloric dances and music, this

popular family event celebrates

the wonderful folk culture of

Mexico during the Christmas

season.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Roederer Estate Winemaker

Dinner - Bodega Bay

Dec. 11

The Inn at the Tides

800 Highway One

Bodega Bay

(707) 875-2751

The Bay View Restaurant

welcomes Arnaud Weyrich,

Winemaker, of Roederer Estate

for a wonderful four-course dinner with specially selected wines to complement each course. Reservations a must.

www.innatthetides.com

Ode to Crab Winery Dinner

Dec. 12

St. Francis Winery and Vineyards

100 Pythian Road, Santa Rosa

(888) 675-WINE, ext. 255

Start the Northern California season with Chef David's menu featuring all things crab. The "crustacean centric" dinner takes "crab dinner" to a new level. Each course is paired with St. Francis wine, including a special library selection. Reservations required.

www.stfranciswinery.com

Winter Choral Concert

Dec. 12

Cinnabar Theater

3333 Petaluma Blvd., North Petaluma

(707) 763-8920

Come hear the Chamber Singers and Women's Chorus joyously raise their voices in songs of the season spanning several hundred years: Welsh, Spanish, Chinese, French, Shakespearean, lullaby carols and more!

www.cinnabartheater.org/cinnabar.2008-09.reynolds2.html

Cartoonist in Residence:

Jonathan Lemon

Dec. 12

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-4452

Meet, watch and talk with Jonathan Lemon, creator of "Rabbits Against Magic." Jonathan has worked as a character animator for video games and is an editorial cartoonist for Hybridcars.com.

www.schulzmuseum.org

Heidi Newfield

Dec. 12

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

This Healdsburg native and former Trick Pony vocalist recently released her first solo album earning five Academy of Country Music Award nominations.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Dave Koz and Friends

Dec. 15

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Featuring the original cast of Dave Koz's all-star Christmas show, the famed saxophonist jazzes up the holidays.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Holiday Wonderland Craft Faire

Dec. 18-20

Monte Rio Parks and Rec.

20488 Highway 16, Monte Rio

(707) 865-9956

The faire will feature local crafters and artisans with a variety of wares. Enjoy the historical display at the Russian River Historical Society. Santa will be visiting all three days.

www.mrrpd.org

The Nutcracker

Dec. 19

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Internationally acclaimed choreographer Viktor Kabaniaev has assembled a stellar cast of professional dancers from around the world.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Gingerbread

Doghouse Workshops

Dec. 19 and 20

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 284-1263

Decorate Snoopy's doghouse, make holiday cards and ornaments to take home. Recommended for children ages 6-12. A special adult/child class offered for younger children. Advance reservations required.

www.schulzmuseum.org

Andy Williams Christmas

Dec. 22

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Christmas just isn't Christmas without seeing the Andy Williams Christmas show. One of the most beautifully choreographed and musically arranged events of the season.

wellsfargocenterarts.org

Brian Setzer Orchestra

Dec. 26-27

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 546-3600

Brian Setzer is back to get your holidays rockin' like no one else can, with his mind-blowing 18-piece big band in tow.

www.wellsfargocenterarts.com

Holiday Celebration

Dec. 26-31

Chateau St. Jean Winery

8555 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood

(707) 833-4134, ext. 5258

Chateau St. Jean is hosting a week-long holiday celebration. Toast to family, friendship and the good life.

www.chateaustjean.com

Happy New Year, Charlie Brown!

Dec. 31

Charles M. Schulz Museum

2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-4452

Ring in the New Year with hands-on activities for kids and a noon time root beer toast!

www.schulzmuseum.org

Romp with the Beasts

New Year's Eve

Dec. 31

Safari West Wildlife Preserve and African Tent Camp

3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa

(707) 579-2551

Party this New Year's Eve under the watchful gaze of the four-footed animals but, remember, you'll only be allowed to dance with the two-legged ones. Reservations required.

www.safariwest.com

Ella: The American Dream

Dec. 31

Cinnabar Theater

3333 Petaluma Blvd. North

Petaluma

(707) 763-8920

The quintessential rags to riches story.

Ella Fitzgerald went from being a homeless New York street dancer to becoming America's first "Lady of Song." This musical tale will have you snapping your fingers, feeling optimistic and yearning for more.

www.cinnabartheater.org

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