Ongoing Events

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

• Each Wednesday & Saturday -- Santa Rosa Original Farmer's Market
  Markets: The Santa Rosa Original Farmer's Market runs year 'round at the Santa Rosa Veteran's Building East Parking Lot, 1351 Maple Ave., Santa Rosa - Rain or Shine!
  Fee: No Admission FeeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 522.8629

• Tuesday Evenings -- Newcomer Bridge
  Recreation: Enjoy a friendly and relaxed evening of bridge and chocolate with those who are new to the Santa Rosa Bridge Gallery, located at 3401 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $7Time: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 573.1200

• January 1 - December 31 -- 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

• March - September -- View Harbor Seal Pups at Goat Rock
  Recreation: Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods,, Sonoma Coast State Beach, Jenner
  Fee: No Admission FeeTime: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 869.9177

• 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 -- 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.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 473.3333

• 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

• Daily -- Wine, Cheese & Charcuterie at St. Francis Winery
  Food & Wine Education: A flight of four St. Francis wines paired with a selection of artisan cheeses, salumis, along with charcuterie bites created by our Executive Chef. This al fresco experience offers views of majestic mountains & breathtaking vineyards. 100 Pythian Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $25, Free to Wine Club MembersTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 543.7713

• February 3 - April 1 -- Original Oil Paintings by Timothy Dixon
  Exhibition, Reception: Sonoma County artist, Timothy David Dixon will be showing his original oil paintings in the La Storia Room Art Gallery at Trentadue Winery. Artist Reception: Sunday, February 11, 2007 1-4 p.m. Trentadue Winery, 19170 Geyserville Avenue, Geyserville,
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., daily Phone Number: (707) 433.3104 Ext. 107

• February 17 - April 13 -- Members Exhibit
  Exhibition: The Members Exhibit is a non-juried exhibition featuring artwork from current Arts Council members in various media. The exhibit begins with an opening reception on Saturday February 17th from 4pm-6pm and runs till Friday April 13th.
  Fee: FreeTime: Wed.-Fri. 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. & Sat. 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2787

• March 1 - April 11 -- Don Kelsey Photography at Rochioli Winery
  Exhibition: Guerneville artist Don Kelsey's pre-digital photos capture a variety of subjects - always spontaneous, simply composed and fresh. Selected limited edition prints will be on exhibit at the Rochioli Vineyard & Winery, 6192 Westside Rd, Healdsburg.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.2305

• April 3 - 28 -- Healdsburg Library Spring 2007 Exhibit
  Exhibition, Reception: The Friends of the Healdsburg Library and the Library Advisory Board are pleased to present the Spring 2007 Exhibit featuring two Sonoma County women artists, Inya Laskowski and Chiyomi Taneike Longo. The public is invited to a reception for the artists on April 10th from 5-7 p.m. 139 Piper Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: FreeTime: Mon. - Sat. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.3772, ext. 5

• Ongoing -- Arts District...Downtown Santa Rosa
  Exhibitions/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

• Every Friday -- Ravenswood Blending Lab, Blend Zinfandel
  Wine Education: Blend your own Zin and have fun doing it. Get away from the crowds and experience Wine Country in a small group of oenophiles in our barrel room. You must be 21 year of age. Ravenswood Winery, 18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma
  Fee: $50 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.2349

• January 9 - April 30 -- Women's Intuition & Dreams
  Lecture: Women's Intuition & Dreams - Spiritual adventures in dreamtime, Psychic abilities, Spiritual women of Truth & Integrity, Power of Feminine in Circle. Trish Mairet, MA counselor, music coach, dream expert & Francine Marie-Sheppard, clairvoyant, teacher, artist and writer. Call for more information.
  Fee: $35/session or $240/in advance-15% discountTime: 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 523.1190

• January 16 - May 12 -- New Exhibit -"Beyond Words"
  Fmily Fun: "Beyond Words" examines those Peanuts strips in which Charles Schulz dispensed with dialogue and used only "pictures" to tell the story. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free to members,Adults:$8.00, kids:$5.00Time: Regular Museum Hours Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• February 2 - August 11 -- Exhibit "The Language of Lines"
  Exhbition: Exhibit explores the "visual shorthand" of comic art and how speedlines and other graphics are used to convey emotions and ideas. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free to members, adults:$5.00-$8.00Time: Regular museum hours(closed on Tuesdays) Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• February 2 - June 7 -- Sonoma Overlook Trail Docent Led Hikes!
  Recreation: Enjoy a beautiful hike through woodland and grassland habitats while learning about the local flora, fauna, and history from our trained docents. Meet at the SOT main trailhead is at the entrance to the Mountain Cemetery, off First Street West Sorry, no dogs.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (415) 404.6409

• February 18 - April 6 -- Sebastopol Gallery: Forest & Sky
  Exhbition: Our exhibit for early Spring, "Forest & Sky", celebrates the rebirth of life and the renewal of light. Fine arts and crafts by local artists: painting, prints, sculpture, ceramics, photography, and jewelry. February 18 - April 6. Open daily, 11 am - 6 pm. Sebastopol Gallery, 150 North Main St, Sebastopol, CA 95472.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 829.7200

• March 19 - July 13 -- "Outside the Frame" at the Charles M Schulz Museum
  Exhibition: Outside the Frame highlights Peanuts strips in which Schulz sets characters and scenes outside the comic strip panels, leaving details up to his readers' imaginations. In Peanuts there are many instances of people that never appear in the strip. Adults of all stripes, parents, principals, teachers, storekeepers, and even the Red Baron, never make an appearance, nor do other recurring characters like the Little Red-Haired Girl and Snoopy's nemesis, the Cat Next Door! 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Included with admissionTime: museum hours Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• March 21 - April 12 -- Oleanna
  Performing Arts: "Oleanna" A female university student accuses her male professor of sexual harassment in this controversial, two-person play by David Mamet. For mature audiences (14+ yrs) No show Easter Sunday, March 23. 6th Street Playhouse, 52 W. 6th Street, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $12 to $18 Time: 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays 2 p.m. Sundays Phone Number: (707) 523.4185

• March 24 - May 11 -- Collis & O'Neill: New Works with Oil
  Exhibition: San Francisco husband & wife painters Jonathan Collis and Justin O'Neill will be featured in a dual show highlighting Collis's colorful commentaries and O'Neill's bright 'spills'. Call for more information. Palette Art Cafe, 235 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sun-Wed, 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. Thur-Sat Phone Number: (707) 433.2798

• April 1 - October 31 -- Luther Burbank Home & Gardens Tour Season
  Historic: Visit historic landmark! Docent Tours of the famous home, cell phone Audio Tours of the beautiful gardens of Luther Burbank, world famous horticulturist. The Carriage House Museum & Gift Shop sells unique items for garden enthusiasts, including plants propagated from the gardens.
  Fee: Admission Free,;Tours $5Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tue-Sun & Holidays Phone Number: (707) 524.5445

• April 1 - 25 -- Detox the Yoga & Ayurveda Way
  Recreation: A spa-like detox program led by Sonoma's own Ayurvedic specialist. You'll be guided through a professional 3 week mini-Panchakarma (Ayurvedic cleanse), and start every morning with special yoga practices designed to prepare, detox, and rejuvinate. 577 5th St. West, Sonoma, CA 95476
  Fee: call for details and priceTime: Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707)935.8600

• April 3 - 27 -- Shirley Valentine
  Performing Arts: Mrs. Joe Bradshaw is a middle aged, working class housewife who is reduced to offering hilarious observations of her life to the kitchen wall while preparing her husbands dinner. Her hope and self image badly shattered, she seizes the opportunity to escape to Greece where she finds fun, romance and Shirley Valentine. Sonoma County Repertory Theater, 104 N. Main St., Sebastopol
  Fee: $18 - $23Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.0177

• April 4 - 13 -- The Blue Bird
  Performing Arts: Another great Young Rep production from the creative mind of director Conrad Bishop! Follow the journey of a young brother and sister as they, along with their faithful dog and duplicitous cat, seek to find the Blue Bird of happiness. Cinnabar Theater, 3333 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma
  Fee: $15 general, $10 Youth to 16Time: Thurs - Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 763.8920

• April 8 - May 18 -- Art Exhibit: Spring Fever
  Exhbition: This exhibit of fine art and crafts by community artists celebrates the joy and warmth of the season. Featuring art glass by guest artist Cathey White. Sebastopol Gallery, 150 North Main St, Sebastopol, CA 95472. Web: http://www.sebastopol-gallery.com Email: info@sebastopol-gallery.com.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 829.7200

• April 8 - May 27 -- Infineon Raceway Twilight Cycling Series
  Human-powered racing returns to the Infineon Raceway road course in Sonoma as bicyclists are invited to ride and race on the 12-turn, 2.52-mile road course for eight Tuesdays in April and September.
  Fee: Free, $15 for competitorsTime: Gates open at 5 p.m.; Race-start: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 870.RACE

• April 19 - May 30 -- First Impressions Art Show
  Exhibition, Reception: First Impressions is the Arts Council of Sonoma County's exhibition featuring monotypes from Laguna Press at Wheeler's Ranch by William Wheeler and Associates of the New Bauhaus Group. Opening Reception: April 19, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Arts Council Gallery, 404 Mendocino Avenue, Suite C, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: Wed. - Fri. noon - 5 p.m., Sat. noon - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2787

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

• 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

• May 4 -- Jordan Vineyard & Winery - Sunday Tours
  Jordan Vineyard & Winery is now open on Sundays for visitors to enjoy the premiere winery experience available in Sonoma. Come and enjoy a tour of the winery and grounds along with tastings of the current releases, a library wine, plus selected food pairings. Call 1-800-654-1213 to make your appointment.
  Fee: $20 for tastings, $30 for toursTime: By Appointment Phone Number: 1-800-654-1213

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

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

• March 26 - October 29 -- Wednesday Night Drags
  Wednesday Night Drag Racing returns to Infineon Raceway in Sonoma for the 20th consecutive season. The Wednesday night feature is open to anyone with a driver's license whose car passes a brief inspection. This summer, the Top the Cops program will return, as high school students can race Bay Area law enforcement officers (May-Aug).
  Fee: $10, $25 competitors, $15 studentsTime: Gates open at 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 870.RACE

• Wednesday-Sunday, every week -- 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 St., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $5pp,$2students/seniors,free for membersTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500

• 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

• Wednesday-Sunday, every week -- 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 St., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $5pp,$2students/seniors,free for membersTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500

• Every Thursday Night -- "Small Plates" at Sea Ranch Lodge
  Dining: Please join us for our eclectic small plate menu every Thursday in our Main Dining Room. We welcome you to fashion a meal by ordering several small plates or order individually as you wish. 60 Sea Walk Drive, Sea Ranch.
  Fee: VariesTime: 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 785.2371

• Every Thursday & Friday Night -- Live Music & Dinner at Charizma
  Live Music: Thursdays - Funky Jazz w Nils Molin & Matt Silva from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Fridays - Flamenco, Blues, Jazz & Folk Music by John Moreno from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 16337 Main Street, Guerneville
  Fee: No CoverTime: See descrption Phone Number: (707) 869.0909

• Every Thursday Night -- Cafe Jazz Series at the Palette Art Cafe
  Live Music: The Healdsburg Jazz Festival and Palette Art Cafe present the Thursday Night Cafe Jazz Series at the Palette Art Cafe, located behind the La Crema Tasting Room at 235 Healdsburg Ave in Healdsburg. Come for dinner, stay for the jazz!!
  Fee: No CoverTime: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.2788

• 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: FreeTime: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.0501

• 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 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

• March 3 - April 7 -- The Knights of Columbus Annual Fish Fry
  Dining: The Knights of Columbus are holding their annual Friday Fish Fry every Friday of Lent. Menu: Fried & Baked Fish, French Fries, Cole Slaw, Potato Salad, Rolls & Butter. Dates: March 03, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2006 and April 07, 2006 Location: St. Elizabeth Seton Hall, 4595 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, Ca
  Fee: $6 adults, $3 childTime: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 585.3708

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Every 3rd 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

• 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

• March 21 - May 16 -- Partner Yoga
  Recreation: Practice poses with your partner, friend, yoga buddy, or pair up with a classmate. Try poses that seem daunting to you, get into better alignment, overcome balance challenges, and practice patience, loving communication, and trust in this delightful class! 577 5th St. West; Sonoma, CA 95476
  Fee: $16.00 for one class, packages availableTime: Every third Friday from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707)935-8600

• Every First Thursday of the month -- Jimtown Store Monthly Wine Bar
  Wine Education: Jimtown Store hosts a Wine Bar on the first Thursday of each month. Our Wine Bar events are a fun opportunity to taste hand crafted wines from some of our small wine producing neighbors and friends. Enjoy an evening of wine tasting, great food and live music on the pation with us! 6706 Hwy 128, Healdsburg
  Fee: $18.00Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.1212

• TBA -- 2008 Sonoma Valley Muse
  Celebration, Benefit: Please join the Sonoma Community Center at the fourth annual Sonoma Valley Muse benefit for the Sonoma Community Center. This annual homage pays tribute to the people and personalities who, by their presence and interest in the valley have left an indelible cultural mark on all of us who live here. Hosted by the Vadasz Family in a secluded natural setting on their ranch. Reservations are required.
  Fee: $150Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.4626 x1

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

• TBA -- Second Annual Earth Day Event
  Exhibition, Benefit: The Asian Modern Arts Society is sponsoring this exhibition in conjunction with Wildwood Farm. Donations and raffle proceeds will support the Society. The theme of this juried show is promoting environmental awareness and social change through the arts. Sculpture Gardens at Wildwood Farm, 10300 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
  Fee: Free (Donations welcome)Time: Preview 4/19 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Reception Phone Number: (707) 833.1161

• TBA -- For the Love of Cats
  Benefit, Auction: The event will provide cat lovers an opportunity to acquire original and unique feline themed art pieces while participating in a celebration of all things feline to benefit the mission of Forgotten Felines. The event combines an art exhibit and auction with live music, dancing, local food and wine tasting. Held at Rodney Strong Vineyards' barrel rooms, 11455 Old Redwood Highway, Healdsburg
  Fee: $35 advance, $40 doorTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 576.7999

• TBA -- 2008 Healdsburg Jazz Festival Gala
  Celebration, Benefit: Denise Perrier presents A Dinah Washington Dinner Show and After-Dinner Dance with her Little Big Band. Proceeds support the Healdsburg Jazz Festival's Impacting Lives Music Education Programs. John Ash & Company / Vintner's Inn, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Call to receive an invitationTime: 6 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.4644

• TBA -- Great Petaluma Chili Cook-off
  Festival:We're all fired up for the 11th Annual Great Petaluma Chili Cookoff, Salsa & Beer Tasting, Petaluma's most beloved event. Vote for your favorite chili, salsa and beer by the best chefs and breweries in the Bay Area. Lots of food, entertainment, music, and a raucous good time. Benefits Cinnabar Theater Youth Program. Behren's Park, Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds, Petaluma, CA
  Fee: $25 - $35Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707)763.8920

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

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

• TBA -- Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival
  Festival: Annual celebration of Sebastopol's apple-growing heritage at Sebastopol Veterans Memorial Bldg. (282 S. High St.) and Ives Park. Live music, fine arts show, crafts vendors, exhibit hall, model railroad show and fun for kids. Wine Tent with gourmet food tasting and refreshments of all kinds throughout the festival. Parade down Main St. on Sat. at 10 a.m.
  Fee: $7 adults, $5 seniors (62+) and Youth(11-17), kids 10& under FREETime: Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823-3032

• TBA -- 4th Annual Occidental Fools Parade
  Celebration: The 4th Occidental Fools Parade returns. Celebrating Spring, West County Community & Inherent Foolishness. The parade will start at 1 p.m. and participants are to gather at noon (Occidental Community Center). As the parade ends in Occidental's Village Square, the party begins featuring live music, and much more. Visit: www.occidentalfoolsparade.com
  Fee: FreeTime: 1 p.m. (parade participants at noon) Phone Number: (707) 869.9883

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

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

• TBA -- Pick of The Vine
  Celebration, Auction: Gala Wine Tasting and Auction. 35 premier Sonoma County wineries pour their award winning wines, and many local caterers serve hors d'oeuvres and snacks, all to the tunes of a live jazz band. Large live and silent auctions of collectible wines, dinners, lodging, art, gift certificates, and more. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $45 advance, $50 doorTime: 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 526.4108

• TBA -- Tomatomania
  Food Education: Find Green Zebras, Cherokee Purples, Black Krims, Dixie Golden Giants and hundreds more at Tomatomania! taking place at Cornerstone Gardens in Sonoma. Browse through more than 200 varieties of plant starts at the World's Largest Heirloom Tomato Seedling Sale's only Northern California appearance. Shop, taste wine and Free Garden Admission.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.3010

• TBA -- Hearts for Children Celebration
  Benefit: Sonoma CASA, a non-profit serving the abused/neglected children of Sonoma County is holding its annual fundraiser "Hearts for Children", with a Mambo Italiano theme this year. Dining, Live Music, Dancing, Silent/Live Auctions! Attend, Donate, Volunteer, Sponsor! Reservations required. Held at The Lodge at Sonoma.
  Fee: $100Time: 5 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 537.6375

• TBA -- 11th Annual Sonoma Valley Film Festival
  Performing Arts: Celebrate 11 years of film, food and wine! The Sonoma Valley Film Festival welcomes you to an intimate and luxurious extended weekend in the heart of Sonoma wine country, featuring over 75 new films from around the world. Food & wine tastings before every film screening, lively receptions, hot parties, exclusive winery excursions, and casual mingling with emerging filmmakers, film stars, star winemakers and celebrity chefs. Many events are very limited and will sell out. Book your lodging and order Film Festival Passes now.
  Fee: variesTime: Varies - Call for Schedule Phone Number: (707) 933.2600

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

• TBA -- Spring Youth Chess Tournament
  Family Fun: Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks is hosting this fun Spring event! Trophies will be awarded for ages 7-10yr & 10-14 yrs. Pre-registration recommended, call 543-3282 or 543-3737 for information. New players will be tested for placement using the Swiss System of Pairing. Co-sponsored by Double Decker Lanes, G & G Market and McDonald's Restaurants. Steele Lane Community Center, 415 Steele Lane Ave., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $11 per player Time: 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 543.3737

• TBA -- Santa Rosa Boat RV & Sport show
  Family Fun: Family-friendly event includes free trout fishing, free kayaking, free pony rides for kids plus enough boats and RVs of all types to fill the Sonoma Co. Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. Free seminars and a huge array of products in one setting, all priced to sell.
  Fee: adults $7, seniors (60+) $6, kids freeTime: Fri. 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (925) 872.9255

• TBA -- Bodega Bay Fishermans Festival
  Festival, Benefit: The Fisherman's Festival is an anual all volunteer community fund raising event that honors the local fishermen with the blessing of the fleet and a boat parade on Sunday. Live Music, Food, Wine Tasting, Arts & Crafts, Children's Exibits, Pet Parade, Saturday - Wooden Boat Challenge Sunday - "Blessing of the Fleet" Boat Parade. It's at Westside Park in Bodega Bay.
  Fee: $5/Adults, $4 Seniors, 12 under FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., daily Phone Number: (707) 875.3704