• December 4 -- Fireside with Our Ravenswood Founder
  Wine Education: Spend an evening around the fire with Joel Peterson, founder & winemaker of Ravenswood. Great stories, Ravenswood 2007 vintage Vineyard Designates featured. Have a nibble, have a sip, and stock up on Holiday wines! 18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma
  Fee: Shop til you drop!Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.2336

• December 11 -- Roederer Estate Winemaker Dinner
  Food & Wine Education: The Bay View Restaurant at The Inn at the Tides in Bodega Bay welcomes Arnaud Weyrich, Winemaker, of Roederer Estate for a wonderful 4-course dinner with specially selected wines to complement each course. Reservations a must. 800 Coast Hwy 1, Bodega Bay
  Fee: $79 per person, plus tax & gratuityTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 541.7788

Ongoing Events

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

• Every Wednesday & Saturday -- Santa Rosa Original Farmer's Market
  Markets: The year round farmers' market is know as the Original Santa Rosa Farmers Market. Along with fruits and vegetables from Sonoma County and other local areas, you'll find food and cooking products, fresh seafood, baked goods, cheese, honey, flowers, plants, and arts & crafts all from local farmers and artisans. Santa Rosa Veteran's Building East Parking Lot, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• Daily -- Tasting Flights at Stonestreet Winery
  Wine Education: Our tasting room with stunning views of our Alexander Mountain Estate has an exciting and evolving tasting menu for your sampling pleasure. We offer tasting flights featuring our Chardonnays, Merlots and Cabernet Sauvignons, many of which are produced in quantities of less than 300 cases so they are available only in our tasting room. 7111 Hwy 128, Healdsburg
  Fee: $7-$18Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 355.8008

• Daily, by appointment -- Sebastiani's Wine and Cheese Pairing Seminar
  Food & Wine Education: This tasty seminar will introduce you to the secrets behind perfect pairing. It includes 5 Sebastiani wines paired with 5 artisanal cheeses. Your palate will thank you as you discover the gastronomical pleasures that occur when a pairing is just right! 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: Call for reservations and pricingTime: by appointment only Phone Number: (800) 888.5532 x3203

• 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

• Ongoing -- Downtown Santa Rosa Arts District
  Exhibits, Museums: Come Downtown to enjoy the Arts District...Downtown Santa Rosa! See public sculptures and visit many venues that make this area so inspiring, including the Sonoma County Museum, the Arts Council of Sonoma County and Courthouse and Railroad Squares. Call for more information.
  Fee: VariesTime: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 543.3732

• Daily -- Wine, Cheese & Charcuterie at St. Francis Winery
  Food & Wine Education: Food & Wine Education: The Wine & Charcuterie tasting, which is served al fresco May thru October, includes a flight of St. Francis wines presented with a rustic charcuterie plate which will include the Chef's house-made pates, rillettes, along with the best artisan made cheeses, salumi, and olives. 100 Pythian Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $30, Free to Wine Club MembersTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 543.7713

• Continuous -- Relish Culinary School Cooking Classes
  Food Education: Relish combines professional chefs and distinct venues to create unique cooking classes and other culinary events. Classes cover a wide variety of topics, from cooking basics to gourmet wine pairings, ethnic menus to cooking with children. Relish Culinary School, Healdsburg.
  Fee: $25 - $125 per classTime: Varies-call for details. Phone Number: (707) 431.9999

• Daily, by appointment -- Michel-Schlumberger Vertical Reserve Cabernet Tastings
  Wine Education: Since these wines are all from estate grown fruit, and the same special block in the vineyard, each vintage will reflect the unique characteristics of a different growing season. Taste them side by side using Reidel glassware. A guided tasting that allows you to compare and contrast these wines. Call for an appointment. 4155 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: $25Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7427

• 2nd Fridays & 4th Tuesdays -- Hope Works Wonders Tour
  Instruction: Come experience how we change lives during a one-hour tour of our programs and mission. Whether you are a donor, volunteer, community friend or a stranger to Catholic Charities, please reserve a space in an upcoming tour. Hear clients, volunteers, staff and board members share how we change lives through our many programs. Space is limited, so please RSVP. 987 Airway Court, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m - 1p.m. Phone Number: (707) 528.8712 x160

• Daily, by appointment -- Vineyard Walk & Photography Workshop at B.R. Cohn
  Wine Education: Join a B.R. Cohn hospitality representative and photographer David Sharp as he takes you on a three hour walk through the B.R. Cohn Olive Hill Estate Vineyards. David will share his tips for shooting great vineyard photos, while he discusses the different aspects of Olive Hill's vines. Appointments are required.
  Fee: $45, $35 wine club membersTime: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 931.7924 ext 123

• Daily -- Sonoma Valley Winery Tour
  Wine Education: Board one of California Wine Tours luxury vehicales where you can join other Wine Country enthusiasts in enjoying 4 winery stops. The tour will begin at 10:30 a.m. from a popular Sonoma Valley location. "An inexpensive, yet luxurious way to tour the wine country and meet new people!" *Reservations are required and includes lunch.
  Fee: $69 per personTime: 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: (800) 294.6386

• Every Sunday and Tuesday night -- Karaoke
  Celebration: Come be a star! Music, friends and fun at Spancky's, 8201 Old Redwood Highway, Cotati, CA
  Fee: Free (drinks available to purchase)Time: 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 766.8236

• Every Sunday -- Sunday Adult Dharma Class
  Recreation: Meet with Rev. Carol Himaka and other members of the temple for lessons and discussion. The Dharma teachings offer a unique perspective on our world and the problems that we encounter. All are invited to attend this fascinating group, beginners welcome! Enmanji Buddhist Temple, 1200 Gravenstein Hwy South, Sebastopol
  Fee: Free, donations acceptedTime: 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.2252

• Sundays -- Prayers for World Peace
  Recreation: To have outer peace, we must first find inner peace. Meditation quiets down the mental distractions we experience. Join us in creating the causes for a peaceful world. Call for more information. Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Center, 120 North Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: $10Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Sundays -- Dharma4Kids
  Family Fun: Dharma4Kids is a class families are welcome to drop in to learn how to develop, harmony, confidence, and methods to calm our minds and be happy in these uncertain and busy times. Suitable for ages 4-14. Parents are welcome to stay and participate in the class. Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Center, 120 North Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: $5 donation requested per familyTime: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Every Sunday -- Jazzy Sunday Brunch Flamingo Resort
  Family Fun: Join KJZY's personalities as they broadcast live during Sunday Champagne Brunch at the Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa. Enjoy more than 50 foods including roasted meats, eggs, seafood and breakfast. Call for full menu and more information.
  Fee: Adults $25; Children under 12 $12.50Time: 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 523.4745

• 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month -- Sufi Dances of Universal Peace
  Recreation: Rejuvenate your spirit and open your heart with sacred circle dancing and joyous group singing honoring the world's mystical traditions. No previous experience is necessary to experience this joyous experience. Youth Annex (teen center) of the Sebastopol Community Center, 425 Morris St., Sebastopol, CA.
  Fee: Sliding scale: $5 to $10Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 765.6508

• Every 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

• September 15 - December 8 -- Salsa Latin Dance Program
  Recreation, Instruction: "Salsa" L.D.P.12-week series include Bachata, Tango, Salsa & Cha-Cha-Cha. The program offers technique for partner dancing in both social & professional arena. Space is limited - only 12 ladies & 12 men will be accepted. Bring a partner & save more! Designed for Beg./Inter. dancers but, open to all levels/dance backgrounds.
  Fee: $300. Save $50 b-4 8/15 $30 b-4 9/1/09Time: Tue.7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. & Thur.7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.4292

• Every Tuesday - Sunday Night -- Live Music at Main Street Station
  Live Music: Enjoy live acoustic Jazz, Blues, and a variety of other fine music and comedy in our intimate entertainment venue. 16280 Main St, Guerneville
  Fee: VariesTime: Call for information & tickets Phone Number: (707) 869.0501

• Third Tuesday of the Month -- Enmanji Buddhist Temple Dharma Class
  Recreation: Rev. Carol Himaka will hold classes on the Buddhas teachings. 2,551 years ago Sakyamuni Buddha brought us his teachings on suffering and its cessation. People from all religions and all walks of life can benefit from this truly unique perspective. 1200 Gravenstein Hwy South, Sebastopol
  Fee: Free, donations acceptedTime: 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823-2252

• Every Wednesday -- Financial Education, Wealth Preservation
  Instruction: These classes are designed to bring knowledge and concepts in 25 fields of finance to those that wish to learn more about ways to save, create,invest,protect, and retain their wealth. Childcare is available if RSVP received in advance. Classes are held at the Petaluma Sheraton Business Park, Regis Entrance 755 Baywood Drive, 2nd floor.
  Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 217.9994

• Every Wednesday -- Dry Creek Kitchen's Wine Wednesdays
  Dry Creek Kitchen, Charlie Palmer's internationally acclaimed Wine Country restaurant, announces a wine program that allows guests to enjoy rare and unique vintages at greatly reduced prices. Each Wednesday, a distinct and exceptional wine will be available by the glass or bottle at the incomparable price of 10% over cost. 317 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: dicounted 10%over costTime: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (415) 394.6500

• Every First & Third Wednesday -- Celtic Session Music-Guerneville School
  Live Music, Benefit: Join us the First & Third Wednesday of each month for Celtic Folk Music at 16280 Main Street, Guerneville. This is an invitation to participate at a gathering of Celtic musician's session. 10% of today's pizza sales are donated to 2nd grade at Guerneville School.
  Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.0501

• Every Wednesday -- Meditation for Everyone
  Recreation: Explore basic meditation techniques in conjunction with a teaching on practical meditation practices that are suitable for everyone. Call for more information. Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Center, 120 North Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: $10Time: 7 p.m.- 8:15 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Every Wednesday-Sunday -- Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition
  Exhibition: Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Objects Wrapped and Unwrapped (from the permanent collection in the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Gallery). The Sonoma County Museum, 425 7th Street, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $5/$2 Students & Seniors/Members FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500

• Every Wednesday-Sunday -- Historical Artifacts
  Exhibition: Historical Artifacts from the Museum's Permanent Collection (from the permanent collection in the History Gallery). The Sonoma County Museum, 425 7th Street, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $5/$2 Students & Seniors/Members FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500

• Every Thursday & 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 -- Martini Music Thursdays
  Live Music: Located in the Bluewater Bistro's Fireside Lounge, Live music plays every Thursday night from 5-8PM. Drink specials nightly. No cover charge. All ages welcome. 21301 Heron Dr. Bodega Bay
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.3519 x40

• Every Thursday 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: $2Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.0501

• Every Thursday, Fridday & Saturday -- Michel-Schlumberger Green Tour and Hillside Tasting
  Wine Education: Enjoy this extraordinary tour of our eco-friendly Estate learning about our organic garden, abundant wildlife, Wine Creek restoration, sustainable winegrowing and more. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting of our award winning Estate wines. Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate, 4155 Wine Creek Rd., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $25Time: 10:30 a.m. by appointment Phone Number: (707) 433.7427

• Every Thusday, Friday & Saturday -- Sebastiani's Open Air Trolley Tour
  Historic, Wine Education: See historic Sonoma, inclusive of three of our prized vineyards, through the eyes of the Cuneo & Sebastiani Families. Approximately 50 minutes. Weather permitting. 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: $7.50 per person Time: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.3230

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

• Every Friday and Saturday -- Blackstone Wine & Cheese Tour
  Food & Wine Education: Enjoy Blackstone’s Wine & Cheese Tour every Friday & Saturday. Includes winery tour, wine tasting and cheese pairing! Group size limited to 12 people. Reservations Required. 8450 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
  Fee: $25Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 833.1999

• Second Friday of the Month -- Ballroom & Latin Dancing
  Dancing: Join us for dance lessons with Emily McAuliffe, then dancing with deejay Freddie Marsh-Lott. Monroe Hall, 1400 West College Avenue, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Lesson & Dance $10/Dance only $8Time: 7:30 p.m. Dance Lesson/8:15 p.m. Dance Phone Number: (707) 529.2824

• Every Friday night -- Karaoke
  Celebration: Come be a star! Music, friends and fun at the Willowbrook Ale House, 3600 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma
  Fee: Free (food and drink to purchase)Time: 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 766.8236

• Friday & Saturday Mornings -- Ravenswood Wine Blending Seminar
  Wine Education: Experience the joys and frustrations of being a winemaker. Learn about zin, carignane, petite sirah, and why they are blended together. Each participant creates their own blend and leaves with a 375ml bottle of their wine to impress their friends. Allow for an hour and a half. RSVP with peter.griffith@ravenswood-wine.com. 18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma
  Fee: $50 per personTime: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.2349 or (707) 933.2332

• Fridays -- Bayer Park and Community Garden
  Family Fun, Garden Education: Experience Santa Rosa's agricultural past - in the middle of the city! The whole family will delight in the barns, hay bales and working garden at Bayer Farm, operated by LandPaths. Kids (and adults!) will enjoy farm activities, crafts, games and active play. Call for information.
  Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 524.9318

• Every Friday and Saturday Night -- Live Jazz
  Live Music: Sit back and relax to the cool sounds of jazz every Friday and Saturday in the Lounge starting at 7:30pm; Live piano every Sunday featuring Ron Cameron. Equus Restaurant, 101 Fountaingrove Parkway, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 578.0149

• Every Friday at Noon -- Noon Time Meditation
  Recreation: These weekly guided meditation sessions include two meditations, a relaxing breathing meditations and a unique joyful meditation each week. Call for more information. Held at 120 North St., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $10Time: 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• Every Friday & Saturday Night -- Jazz in the lobby at the Hotel Healdsburg
  Live Music: Come relax and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine while listening to some of the Bay Area's finest jazz musicians in duo, and trio combinations! 25 Matheson St., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.2800

• Ongoing Friday Mornings -- Sonoma Valley Friday Farmers' Market
  Markets: Year 'round Farmers' Market at Depot Park - First Street West, Sonoma.
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 12: p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

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

• Third Friday of Every Month -- Micro Gallery Art Opening
  Exhibition: Micro Gallery is Sonoma County's premier place for contemporary art. Each third Friday of the month we host an opening event at Ray Modern, 606 Wilson Street at 7th, Railroad Square, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 570.0128

• Saturday evenings every other month -- Riverfront Art Gallery Reception & Show
  Reception, Exhbition: An opening reception at Riverfront Art Gallery (132 Petaluma Blvd. N., with food, wine, and live music, hosts feature artists Tracy Bigelow Grisman and Henry White, as well as new work from the 24 member artists. The new show runs from 8/5-9/21, with a downtown Petaluma Art Walk scheduled for 8/8 from 5-8 pm.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 775.4278

• Every Saturday; By-appointment Mon-Fri. -- Public Tastings at MacRostie Winery
  Wine Education: MacRostie Winery and Vineyards will begin opening its Sonoma winemaking facility every Saturday for walk-in tastings starting November 1, 2008. This marks the first time in its history that MacRostie has been open for drop-in public tastings. 21481 8th Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: $10/personTime: Saturday 11a.m. - 4:30 p.m; M-F by appt. Phone Number: (415) 495.1107

• Third Saturday of the Month -- Pacific Coast Air Museum Open House
  Museums & Exhibitions: On the third weekend of each month the cockpit of a featured aircraft will be open for our visitors to view and inspect. At the Pacific Coast Air Museum, 2330 Airport Boulevard, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 575.7900

• Every Saturday Afternoon -- Winemaker Wine Tasting
  Wine Education: Please join us for an informal and intimate wine tasting with the winemaker. We feature a different outstanding winery every week. Call ahead for details and reservations. We carry small release premium wines from all wine regions. Come join the fun! The Wine Emporium, Inc., 125 North Main Street, Sebastopol, CA
  Fee: Prices VaryTime: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.2500 or (877) 349.2285

• Every Saturday and Sunday by appointment -- Olive Hill Estate Cheese & Wine Tasting
  Food & Wine Education: This exciting tasting experience offers flights of four flagship wines paired with four specially chosen Sonoma County artisan cheeses to complement. Sessions are limited to 8 and appointments are required. B.R. Cohn Winery, & Olive Hill Estate, is located at 15000 Sonoma Highway 12 in Glen Ellen.
  Fee: $25, $20 for B.R. Cohn wine club membersTime: 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. by appt. Phone Number: (707) 931.7924 x 123

• First Weekend of Each Month -- Alexander Valley's First Weekend
  Wine Education: A free series of special events for wine lovers. Different wineries and different themes previewed each month. Call for specific locations.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays Phone Number: (888) 289.4637

• Saturday Afternoons -- General Meditaiton Program
  Recreation: Drop-In Classes are part of our meditation series. Each class helps us understand how we can have a beautiful experience of life. Learn how meditation can help you. Call for more information. Held at 120 North St., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $10Time: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.8096

• First Monday of Every Month -- Learn to Salsa w/ "JAS"
  Recreation, Instruction: Beginner Salsa dance lesson! "JAS" has been teaching, choreographing & performing in Sonoma County since 2000. All classes are held at Jasdance Academy, 515 Fifth Street, 3rd floor, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $45 for 4-week Series, $75 For CouplesTime: 7:10 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 293.4292

• First Friday after first Tuesday/monthly -- Art Opening
  Museums & Exhibitions, Reception: The Arts Guild of Sonoma, a non-profit organization, located at 140 E Napa Street in downtown Sonoma holds monthly art openings featuring local artist members. Everyone is invited, snacks and drinks provided by the artists. Please come and enjoy the fun. Our hours are: Mon, Wed, Thurs 11-5pm, Fri 11-9pm. Sat 10-9pm, Sun 10-6pm. Closed Tuesdays.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 996.3115

• First Thursday evening of each month -- ARTwalk
  Museums & Exhibitions: Downtown Sebastopol's monthly strolling tour of art displays in galleries, restaurants, cafes and businesses. Self-guided beginning at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts, 6780 Depot St., Sebastopol. Viewing time at each location is currently limited to time each individual location is open to the public. Time varies, but mostly is 5 PM to 7 PM.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.3032

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

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

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

• TBA -- Pellegrini Holiday Open House
  Holiday, Celebration: Join us for our annual Holiday Open House! The tasting room will be decked out for the holidays with festive gifts, live music, special holiday fare and tastings, and visits from Santa. Reservations requested. 4055 West Olivet Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 891.0244 ext. 30

• TBA -- A Healdsburg Wine County Christmas Party
  Holiday, Celebration: In Downtown Healdsburg! Downtown Merchants invite you to bring your gift list and your appetite to this not to be missed town celebration. Entertainment and great food throughout downtown.
  Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.6935

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

• TBA -- Sonoma Valley Olive Festival
  Festival: The annual festival opens with the blessing of the olives at Mission San Francisco Solano on Sonoma Plaza. Events include dinners, receptions, olive and oil tastings, open houses, art exhibits, children's activities, a martini competition, and more. 453 First Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: VariesTime: Call for schedule Phone Number: (707) 996.1090

• TBA -- Nichibei Potters Holiday Open Studio
  Celebration: Join us for a unique shopping experience at the home and studio of well known potters, Nichibei Potters. We offer elegant handmade pottery in an inviting warm venue.Come and see what our customers have for the last 23 years.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.0950

• TBA -- Romp with the Beasts New Year's Eve at Safari West
  Holiday, Celebration: Safari West provides a wild habitat for ferocious fun! Party this New Year's under the watchful gaze of our four-footed animals but, remember, you'll only be allowed to dance with the two-legged ones! Sorry, No tickets at the door. Reservations required. 3115 Porter Creek Road Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $90 per person for dinner/danceTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2551

• TBA -- Cioppino Feast
  Celebration, Benefit: Petaluma Sunrise Rotary is having their Annual Cioppino Feast to benefit the Phoenix Theater, Boys and Girls Club of Petaluma and other projects of the Rotary Club of Petaluma. Fabulous Food, Live Music Featuring Zighi Baci and a Silent Aution. Hermann Sons Hall, Petaluma
  Fee: $50Time: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 283.8039

• TBA -- New Years Eve Celebration
  Celebration: It's YOUR time in 2009! Join us at the Hilton Sonoma Wine Country as we ring in the New Year! Customized packages will get you off to the right start. 3555 Round Barn Blvd, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $399/$299/$199Time: 6:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 569.5507

• TBA -- 59th Annual Open House & Craft Bazaar
  Celebration, Benefit: Celebrate with the boys as they open their home on Sunday, December 7th. The campus is open for tours, a craft bazaar, photos with Santa and more! Visit Hanna and learn about the program that has helped to change the lives of thousands of boys and their families. Hanna Boys Center, 17000 Arnold Drive in Sonoma
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (877) 994.2662

• TBA -- Christmas at the Mission
  Holiday, Celebration: Christmas at the Mission, an annual Sonoma tradition, combines the holiday spirit with community history. It takes place at the Barracks and the Mission San Francisco Solano on Spain Street on the Plaza. There will be three different times for the program, 5 p.m. for children, and 6 and 7 p.m.
  Fee: Free, but tickets are requiredTime: See Description Phone Number: (707) 938.1519

• TBA -- Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
  Holiday, Family Fun: In a dramatic evening spectacle, a flotilla of decorated lighted vessels glide into the Historic Downtown harbor at about 6:30 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus make another appearance. The lighted boats remain throughout the night. After this stunning event, many onlookers warm up with dinner at one of the Historic Downtown restaurants or stop for coffee and dessert at a local cafe.
  Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 769.0429

• TBA -- Annual Museum Benefit Victorian Tea
  Holiday, Benefit: Visit the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum to enjoy a proper Victorian-style tea with finger sandwiches, scones and desserts served on fine linen in English bone china by costumed maids and in a Victorian Holiday setting at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 20 Fourth St, Petaluma, CA.
  Fee: $40Time: seating at 12 p.m. & 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 778.4398

• TBA -- Holiday Parade of Lights
  Holiday, Family Fun: Parade of Lights with a Victorian Theme. Bring the family out for a good old fashioned parade featuring more than 100 entries of floats, horses, marching bands, antique cars, trucks and more all decorated with Christmas lights. Spectacular and so incredibly beautiful, just watching it will put the joy & warmth of the holidays in your heart. Hot drinks and snacks will be available. Downtown Guerneville, CA.
  Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 869.9000

• TBA -- Main Street Station's 13th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration
  Celebration, Live Music: Jazz Vocalist Jenna Aleta not only enjoys singing the standards, but she writes her own songs as well. She will delight you and move you to tears all in the same evening. We are proud to present this truly talented artist. 16280 Main St., Guerneville
  Fee: $5Time: Call for information & tickets Phone Number: (707) 869.0501

• TBA -- Holiday Home Tour
  Holiday: Join us for the fabulous tour featuring five spectacular home in the McDonald district of Santa Rosa. Nibble and nosh in our Hospitality site, stroll through the streets between homes, hop aboard a trolley to head to your next tour stop! Reservations required.
  Fee: $55Time: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: (707) 545.5567

• TBA -- Catalan Holiday Luncheon at Gloria Ferrer
  Holiday, Dining: Make reservations for our popular holiday feast featuring Catalan cuisine paired with our sparkling wines. Includes a reception followed by a private winery tour then a luncheon beginning at 12:00 noon. Seating is limited so make your reservation early. 23555 Carneros Highway (121), Sonoma
  Fee: $82, $66 for wine club membersTime: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.1999

• TBA -- Crab Feed - The Tides Wharf, Bodega Bay
  Celebration: 17th Annual. Price includes chilled Dungeness crab, cocktail sauce, drawn butter, mustard sauce, pasta, green salad and french bread. Reservations a must. Discounted room rates available at The Inn at the Tides.
  Fee: $39.95 per person, plus tax & gratuityTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.3652

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

• TBA -- Gualala Arts Christmas Choir Annual Christmas Concert
  Holiday, Live Music: The new Gualala Arts Choir will present their annual Christmas concert at the Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Road in Gualala. The Gualala Arts Choir is the successor to South Coast Community Choir which has performed annual holiday concerts for more than two decades.
  Fee: Admission donation is $10 in advance or $15 day of performance. Ages 7 to 17 are freeTime: 7 p.m Phone Number: (707) 877.3222

• TBA -- Sonoma Valley Gingerbread Winery Contest
  Family Fun, Holiday: Bring the family to visit the wineries, sample great wines and pick up holiday gifts. Participating wineries: BR Cohn Winery, Chateau St. Jean, Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Kenwood Vineyards Landmark Vineyards - 2006 winner! Larson Family Winery, Little Vineyards Family Winery - 2007 winner! Matanzas Creek Winery, Nicholson Ranch, Valley of the Moon
  Fee: None to view Gingerbread WineriesTime: 10 am - 5 pm Phone Number: (707) 935.0803

• TBA -- Fifth Annual Ode to Crab Winery Dinner at St. Francis Winery
  Food & Wine Education: Chef John Littlewood will create a dazzling menu centered on this tasty crustacean. Guests should dress casually for this family-style, dig-in-and-get-dirty menu that will take "crab feeds" to a new level. Every gourmet course will be paired with a St. Francis wine including a special library selection. 100 Pythian Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $130 Public, $104 Wine Club MembersTime: 7 p.m Phone Number: (707) 833.0255 or (800) 543.7713 x 255

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

• TBA -- A Magnificent Christmas
  Holiday, Live Music: Join the Sonoma Valley Chorale for "A Magnificent Christmas" featuring the Chorale, soloists and orchestra performing the "Magnificat" of Giovanni Pergolesi, and pieces by Rachmaninoff, Britten, Vaughan Williams and Cesar Cul. Special guests - The Festival Bells from St. Andrew Church.
  Fee: $18 general, $14 senior $10 childTime: Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 935.1576

• TBA -- Holiday Lighted Parlour Tour
  Holiday, Benefit: The 2008 Holiday Lighted Parlour Tour transforms Petaluma homes and public buildings into a visual treat of seasonal decorations. The tour benefits non-profit preservation activities of Heritage Homes of Petaluma. Call for more information.
  Fee: $15Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.3456

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

• TBA -- Redwood Empire Sing-Along Messiah
  Santa Rosa Symphony League presents this joyous holiday celebration benefiting music education programs in Sonoma County schools. 100-voice chorus directed by R. Daniel Earl--music accompaniment by the Baroque Sinfonia conducted by Maestro Nicholas Xenelis. Musical scores will be available for borrowing. Santa Rosa H.S. Auditorium, 1235 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $15 in advance, $20 at the doorTime: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.4094

• TBA -- Petaluma Downtown Holiday Open House
  Holiday, Celebration: Don't miss the Christmas festivities and open houses throughout Downtown Petaluma on Saturday & Sunday December 6th & 7th. The Petaluma Downtown merchants and Antiques Stores will be celebrating a "Dickens Holiday Season" for Petaluma's 150th year.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348

• TBA -- 23rd Annual Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire
  Holiday: The Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire is a fundraiser with over 35 local and regional artists showcasing their pieces. There will be entertainment, a traditional bucket raffle (where you chose the prize you want to win), wreaths, fabulous food, daily special guest appearances and more. Come out and join the community. Occidental Community Center, 3920 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental
  Fee: FreeTime: Sat 10 a.m.- 5 p.m./Sun 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 874.9407

• TBA -- New Years Eve Dinner at the Lodge at Sonoma
  Holiday, Dining: Celebrate New Year's Eve with a four-course prix fixe dinner. Dinner includes complimentary cover charge for Jazz on Broadway. Reservations required. 1325 Broadway, Sonoma
  Fee: $85, exclusive of tax and gratuity Time: 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 931.2042

• TBA -- Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
  Holiday, Lecture: The Christmas Eve Celebration of The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols will be featured, interspersed with the singing of carols. The Festival of Nine Lessons originated in 1918 at King's College Chapel at Cambridge University in England. Sponsors include pastors from the local Catholic, Episcopalian, Lutheran, Methodist, Science of Mind, and Growing in Faith Family churches. Each church provides at least one reader while other community members, both young and old, read the nine lessons. Participants are encouraged to arrive early. In previous years all seating has filled quickly. Performers include: The Anchor Bay Children's Choir. Gualala Arts Center - 46501 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA.
  Fee: Donations gladly acceptedTime: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 884.1138

• TBA -- Healdsburg Rotary 28th Annual Crab Feed
  Benefit: Villa Chanticleer, 1248 North Fitch Mountain Road, Healdsburg. This event helps raise funds for various events in the community.
  Fee: $45 per personTime: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.9123

• TBA -- Windsor Holiday Celebration 2008
  Holiday, Family Fun: Windsor's Annual Holiday Celebration features Holly Trolley tours of Old Downtown, Polar Express train rides, Jingle Bell Carriage rides, Children's holiday crafts, Strolling Carolers, school children's musical entertainment And, of course, the Holiday Tree Lighting by Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus (6:15 p.m.). Photos with Santa ($8).
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.1260

• TBA -- The Sonoma Hometown Band
  Holiday, Family Fun: The Sonoma Hometown Band gives its annual free Christmas concert, "Holiday Festival of Music," at the Sebastiani Theatre, 474 First St. E., Sonoma. This lively, family-friendly show offers traditional music from classical opera to popular holiday tunes to put everyone in the holiday mood.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.8989

• TBA -- Christmas Day Dinner at The Lodge at Sonoma
  Holiday, Dining: Come celebrate Christmas with Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar. A four course prix fixe dinner featuring the best local Sonoma ingredients and seasonal desserts creates a holiday meal to remember. Reservations required. 1325 Broadway Sonoma, CA
  Fee: $60 per person/$30 for childrenTime: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 931.2042

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

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

• TBA -- Luther Burbank Home Holiday Open House
  Holiday, Celebration: Enjoy a community tradition with festive holiday decorations and good cheer, fresh baked cookies and tea served in the Greenhouse, as well asa children's craft table. The Carriage House Gift Shop will be filled with new and unique gift items for sale. Return in time to the Victorian era with turn-of-the-century style decorations in the Burbank Home and Greenhouse inside and out. Santa Rosa Avenue at Sonoma Avenue.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 524.5445