Sonoma County - May Events

• May 4 - 6 -- West Coast Moto Jam
  The weekend will be a doubleheader weekend in the American SuperBike, Daytona SportBike and SuperSport divisions, featuring two main events on Saturday and Sunday. Infineon Raceway, Highways 37 & 121, Sonoma, Ca
  Fee: $15-$35 (Fri., Sat.or Sun.) $60 weekend Time: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 800-870-RACE (7223)

• May 5 -- Cinco de Mayo at Robledo Family Winery
  Celebration: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Chef Maria Robledo's authentic Mexican cuisine paired with Robledo wines. Enjoy live entertainment and wine specials. RSVP Only. Contact Nadine at (707) 939-6903 or by email at nadine@robledofamilywinery.com. 21901 Bonness Road, Sonoma
  Fee: $30.00 wine club/$40.00 non-club Time: 12-3pm Phone Number: (707) 939-6903

• May 5 - 6 -- Annual Hike to the Chapel and Beyond
  Recreation: An intermediate level hike around the Nicholson Family Ranch, including a visit with Aslan the Lion and a stop at our family chapel. The chapel is a replica of the chapel in Socrates' homeland, Greece. He built it for Ramona's christening, and since then Ramona's three children were all christened there as well. A gourmet lunch will be served underneath the ancient live oaks and surrounded by the seasonal display of wildflowers. Call for more information or to reserve your place. Nicholson Ranch, 4200 Napa Road, Sonoma CA
  Fee: $65/$45 Wine Club Members/$25 Youth Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-938-8822

• May 6 -- American Philharmonic Show 5
  Live Music: American Philharmonic presents Emperor and King. Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor” – Brigitte Armenier, piano Saint-Saëns: Symphony No. 3 “Organ”. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $30, $20, $5-Child (16 and under) Time: 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-546-3600

• May 6 -- Historic Healdsburg Homes Tour
  Historic: The Historic Healdsburg Homes Tour - A self-guided walking tour of some of the town’s most distinctive homes. Sponsored by the American Association of University Women (AAUW). All of the homes are within easy walking distance of the central plaza in Healdsburg.
  Fee: $35-Advance / $40-Day of Tour Time: Check-in 11:30a.m.-3p.m./Tour 1-4:30 p.m Phone Number: 707.473.0313

• May 10 -- Mother's Day at Robledo Family Winery
  Celebration: All mother's recieve a complimentary rose and 15% off! 21901 Bonness Road, Sonoma
  Fee: Free Time: 11am-4pm Phone Number: (888) 939-6903

• May 12 - 14 -- Santa Rosa Symphony Set Seven
  Live Music: Santa Rosa Symphony presents The Brothers Ferrandis, Classical Set Seven. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: Call for information & tickets Time: Sat & Mon @ 8 p.m., Sun @ 3 p.m. Phone Number: 707-546-3600

• May 13 -- Rosso's and Rose Mother's Day Event
  Celebration: Save the date, details to come! Bring your friends and family out to the estate and enjoy Rosso’s Pizzeria famous Pizzas while sipping Quivira’s new release Rosé wine. Rosso’s will be here to customize your pizza with the toppings of your choice and will provide a fresh summer salad from the estate garden. 4900 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: TBD Time: Noon to 4 Phone Number: 707-431-8354 x 224

• May 18 -- Portland Cello Project @ Wells Fargo Center
  Live Music: The Portland Cello Project is wowing audiences all over the country with extravagant performances, mixing genres and blurring musical lines and perceptions wherever they go. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $30, $20, $10-Students Time: Pre-show discussion 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-546-3600

• May 18 -- Hartford Winemaker Diner @ Inn at the Tides
  Winemaker Dinner: Winemaker Dinner: Join us for our 26th Annual Dinner with the Winemaker Series. Tonight, Don Hartford, President of Hartford Family Winery. 800 Highway One, Bodega Bay
  Fee: $89 per person, plus tax & gratuity Time: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: 800-541-7788

• May 19 -- Spring Farm to Table Dinner
  Wine & Food Education: An in-depth look at Quivira’s farming practices, winemaking, wines and other estate features. Upon your arrival, pick up a glass of wine, grab a few items from the garden to be prepared with dinner, and then head off on a personal tour of the estate. As the sun goes down, join us to dine al fresco in the garden. 4900 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: $125 Time: 4pm-8pm Phone Number: 707-431-8354 x 224

• May 19 -- Seghesio's May Wine Release Party
  Celebration: Kick off the summer season as we go whole hog. That’s right, Chef Peter is firing up our brand-new Caja China boxes for a pig roast and perfect pairing not to be missed! Relax and enjoy a festive party that showcases the May release wines — 2010 Home Ranch and Block 8 Zinfandels. 700 Grove St., Healdsburg
  Fee: $40 Club (2 per membership) & $50 gues Time: 3-6pm Phone Number: 707-395-3609

• May 19 -- Sonoma County Backroad Challenge
  Recreation: An incredible rolling journey along Sonoma County's country roads with a full century, metric century and half-metric. Start and finish at Lagunitas Brewery in Petaluma, and explore the scenic valley and coast. Stay for the Backroad Fest with gourmet food, live music, massage tables, and beer.
  Fee: $65; $75; $85 Time: 7:00 a.m. Phone Number: (707)283-8038

• May 19 -- Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade
  Celebration: The 118th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade & Festival is one of Sonoma County’s most time honored traditions and one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in Northern California. Downtown Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Phone Number: 707-523-3728

Ongoing Events

• Ongoing -- 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. Call or visit us online for class schedule. 450 West Spain Street, Sonoma
  Fee: Varies Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-933-0450 x811

• Ongoing -- 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. Call or visit us online for more information. Relish Culinary School, 14 Matheson Street, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: $25 - $125 per class Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-431-9999

• Daily - May - October -- Charcuterie on the Patio at St. Francis Winery
  Food & Wine Education: Relax on our Syrah Patio at the foot of the Majestic Mayacamas and sample our chef's selection of local cheeses, meats and housemade rillettes paired with your choice of a red or white flight. Our summer Charcuterie and wine tasting experience is the perfect way to enjoy a casual Sonoma Valley afternoon. Walk-ins welcome. 100 Pythian Road at Hwy 12, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $25/$20 Wine Club Members Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 675.9463

• Daily through Summer 2012 -- Art Exhibit :Ordinary to Extraordinary
  Exhibition: Each piece in this exhibit incorporates commonplace items in unorthodox and creative ways—changing scale, composition and perspective to make the art unique and hard to miss. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: Free Time: normal business hours Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• Tuesdays May - October -- Tuesday Sonoma Farmers Market
  Market: Farmer's Market at Sonoma Plaza on the Square in Sonoma, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 5:30 p.m. - dusk Phone Number: (707) 529.0404

• December 17 - August 12, 2012 -- New Exhibit:"Leveling the Playing Field"
  Exhibition: 2012 is the 40th anniversary of Title IX legislation banning sex discrimination in schools so it's a perfect time to learn about women's sports history & to celebrate Schulz's hilarious, often poignant, depiction of girls and sports in Peanuts. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: $10 Adults/$5 Youth/Members Free Time: 11am-5pm Weekdays/10am-5pm Sat-Sun/Closed Tuesday Phone Number: 707-579-4452

• Tour and Tasting with Greg La Follette -- In the Cellar with Greg
  Guests will start their visitor experience with a tour of the cellar and hear about our vineyard practices,winemaking techniques and sample straight from the barrel. Guests enjoy a private sit-down tasting featuring our current releases of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir as well as a few nibbles of local cheeses. La Follette Winery, 3355 Gravenstein Hwy No, Sebastopol
  Fee: $30.00 Time: 10:30am-Noon Phone Number: 707.395.3902 x224

• February 1 - September 30 -- New exhibit: "It's a Fine Line"
  Exhibition: "It's a Fine Line" examines Schulz's pen line and includes a display and description of his "tools of the trade". (Museum closed on Tuesdays till Memorial Day). Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free to members, adults:$10, youth:$5.00 Time: 11AM-5PM, weekends:10AM-5PM Phone Number: 707-579-4452

• Every Second Sunday -- Wine, Music & Friends
  Wine Education, Live Music: Wines from sparkling to port. Join us at our prime plaza location right in the heart of beautiful downtown Healdsburg - no better place to be on Sunday afternoon. Vintage Wine Estates, 308B Center Street, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: Free Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-921-2893

• Every Second Sunday -- Freestone Vineyards' Second Sundays
  Celebration: Join us every “Second Sunday” of the month. Whether it is food and wine, music and wine, local artist (and wine!) or an opportunity to talk with our winemaker or vineyard staff – it will be a wonderful time at one of the newest hot spots in Western Sonoma County! 12747 El Camino Bodega, Freestone CA
  Fee: Call for information Time: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 874.1010

• Every Sunday -- Champagne Brunch Buffet at The Flamingo Resort
  Dining: Enjoy Sunday Brunch with our Champagne Brunch Buffet in the Terrace Grille. Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa, 2777 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
  Fee: $27.95 Adults, $12.95 children Time: seatings at 10:30AM or 12:00PM Phone Number: 707-523-4745

• Sundays, April 3 - October 2, 2011 -- Classic Car Cruise-Ins Sundays at B. R. Cohn Winery
  Exhibition: Bruce Cohn, proprietor of the B.R. Cohn Winery in Sonoma and himself a classic car collector, builder and aficionado announces Classic Car Cruise-Ins. Classic car enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their own cars to exhibit. 15000 Sonoma Highway 12, Glen Ellen CA
  Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 800-330-4064

• Every Sunday -- Sunday Jazz Brunch at Affronti
  Dining, Live Music: Enjoy Sunday brunch with live jazz at Affronti! 235 Healdsburg Avenue, #105, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: Call for information Time: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.1113

• Thursday-Monday -- Food & Wine Pairing at St. Francis Winery
  Food & Wine Education: Chef Dave creates an assortment of small dishes to pair with hand-selected artisan wines. Enjoy a casual atmosphere and fine dining presentation at a communal table. Each seating is hosted by one of our friendly wine experts, creating a relaxing, fun and educational wine country experience. Reservations strongly recommended. 100 Pythian Road, Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: $35/Club Members $28 Time: Fri-Sun 11am,1pm & 3pm/Mon & Thurs 11am & 2pm Phone Number: 888-675-WINE

• Every Monday and Tuesday -- Live Jazz At The Dry Creek Kitchen
  Live Music: Enjoy live jazz in the dining room at the Dry Creek Kitchen every Monday & Tuesday night. 317 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: Cost of meal Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.0330

• May - August -- Tuesdays in the Plaza: Market, Music and Town Picnic
  Market, Live Music: Local event featuring the Healdsburg Farmers Market from 4 pm - 6:30 pm, and a Town Picnic with Live Music from 6 pm - 8 pm. Healdsburg Plaza Park, Healdsburg
  Fee: Free Time: See Description Phone Number: (707) 433.6935

• Every Tuesday -- Gourmet Food Truck "Tasty Tuesdays"
  Dining: A delicious lunch-time destination with Gourmet Food Trucks serving from 11:30am-2pm and even some favorite Farmers Market food vendors on site from 10am-1pm. Located in the Community Center Square at the corner of Rohnert Park Expressway and Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-588-3496

• 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: Free Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• Every Second Wednesday, May 11 - October 12, 2011 -- Keep on Truckin’ Wednesdays at Simi Winery
  Wine & Food Education: Simi Winery will host local food trucks for their weekday winery visitors during “Keep on Truckin’ Wednesdays.” Guests enjoy a variety of local street fare ranging from Mexican to Indian and get to savor the meal with wine from Simi Winery. 16275 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: Food starts at $6, wine charged seperate Time: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: 800-746-4880

• Wednesdays, mid-May -September -- Santa Rosa Downtown Market
  Markets, Family Fun: Sonoma County's largest and most popular Farmer's Market and street faire. The Downtown Market brings the community together to celebrate and showcase the bounty of Sonoma County by offering fine foods, fresh produce, a wonderful variety of entertainment, and handmade arts and crafts. The Santa Rosa Downtown Market fills the downtown area along Fourth Street from Mendocino Avenue to E Street.
  Fee: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 524.2123

• Every Thursday -- Salsa Dance Group Lessons,
  Recreation, Instruction: Today, salsa is everywhere, ranging from college classes to the TV spotlight of "Dancing with Stars.", so don't be left out and join our us. We offer group salsa lessons for dancers of all ages and levels. No Experience, No Partner Necessary! 7 PM Level I:Basic steps and technique. 8 PM Level II:Partner Technique and Combinations.
  Fee: $50 for 4/Weeks, $15 Drop in Time: 7:00PM- 8:00PM Phone Number: 707-217-2203

• Every Thursday night -- Martini Music Night
  Located in the Fireside Lounge Thursday Night Live Music From 5:00 pm -8:00pm Ocean View Dining Martini Specials Free Admission All Ages Welcome. 21301 Heron Dr. Bodega Bay, Ca.
  Fee: Free Time: 5-8pm Phone Number: 707-875-3513

• Every Thursday -- Wine Down Thursdays at D'Argenzio Winery
  Celebration: Join us Thursday evenings in our weekly wine down event. D'Argenzio Winery features local musicians playing rock, folk, jazz, blues and Americana. Wine is served from six boutique wineries in Santa Rosa Vintners Square. Come discover new boutique wineries in downtown Santa Rosa, enjoy a friendly ambiance and live music. 1301 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free Time: 5pm-9pm Phone Number: 707-280-4658

• Every Friday & Saturday Night -- Live Jazz at the Hotel Healdsburg
  Live Music: Come relax and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine in the Fire Side Lounge while listening to some of the Bay Area's finest jazz musicians in duo, and trio combinations! 25 Matheson Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.0330

• Fridays & Saturdays, mid-May - mid-October -- Pizza Cafe at Simi
  Celebration: Slices of pizza, whole pizzas from the menu and glasses of wine will be served on the deck. Guests can enjoy a glass of wine on a hot summer night under the cool redwood trees with a great slice of pizza. Pizzas are also available for take-out as well. Simi Winery, 16275 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg
  Fee: Varies Time: Fridays 12pm to 6pm Saturday's 11am to 4pm Phone Number: (800) 746.4880

• Every Friday -- Sonoma Valley Friday Farmers' Market
  Market: Year 'round Farmers' Market at Arnold Field Parking Lot @ First Street West Sonoma
  Fee: Free Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• Every Friday & Saturday -- Ravenswood Wine Blending Seminar
  Wine Education: Feeling daring? We have the place for the novice blender or the most seasoned wine drinker to learn the art of winemaking! Create your own melange of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Carignane, then take your masterpiece home in a 375-ml bottle to impress your friends and family! Reservations required. 18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma, CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.2349

• Every Friday & Saturday Night -- Live music at The Flamingo Resort
  Live Music: The Flamingo Lounge provides the ideal atmosphere to enjoy great Happy Hour. As the evening progresses, this “retro” Lounge becomes one of Sonoma County's premier nightspots, with an exciting and ever-changing lineup of music and dance, including live music Friday and Saturday nights. 2777 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
  Fee: Free Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-545-8530

• Saturdays - May - August -- Winemaker Saturdays at St. Francis Winery
  Wine Education: This opportunity for guests to “Meet the Winemakers” in our Tasting Room every Saturday beginning in May and continuing thru August is already very popular. Visitors will have the rare opportunity to meet, taste and talk wine with the passionate winemakers who craft it. 100 Pythian Road at Highway 12 Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Tasting fees apply Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 675.WINE (9463)

• Saturdays and Sundays -- Art, Food, and Wine at Kenwood Vineyards
  Exhibition: Come taste exceptional Cabernet Sauvignons while learning and viewing the renowned “Artist Series” Original Art Collection. Gourmet appetizers will be paired to bring out the best characteristics of the wine. For reservations, please call 707.282.4228 or book online. 9592 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood
  Fee: $25 Club members / $30 for non-members Time: Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00pm Phone Number: 707.282.4218

• Every Saturday -- Public Tastings at MacRostie Winery
  Wine Education: MacRostie Winery and Vineyards are opening its Sonoma winemaking facility every Saturday for walk-in tastings. 21481 8th Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: $10 (waived with wine purchase) Time: Sat 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m/M-F by appt Phone Number: (707) 996.4480

• Every Saturday, May - November -- Healdsburg Saturday Certified Farmers' Market
  Market: Saturday Market held at North and Vine Streets, One block west of the Plaza, Healdsburg
  Fee: Free Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.1956

• Every 2nd Saturday of the month -- BBQ Smokehouse Smokin' 2nd Saturday
  Food & Wine Education: Sonoma County chef Larry Vito promises Bay Area gourmands an extravagant slow-smoked barbeque and local wine pairing adventure every second Saturday. Cooked up by a chef with culinary credentials that stretch from M.F.K. Fisher to the the Kansas City BBQ Association, Smokin' 2nd Saturdays promises BBQ to write home about! 6811 Laguna Park Way, downtown Sebastopol
  Fee: Varies Time: Carving at noon. Serving noon until 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 575.3277

• Third Thursday of each month -- Songwriters In Sonoma
  Live Music: Our monthly music series continues featuring an all new line-up of Sonoma County's most talented singers and songwriters. Our August show will feature Tony Gibson, Jon Williams of Ten Foot Ton and Trent Yaconelli of 5 A.M. all performing in the Meadowcroft Wines tasting room. 23574 Arnold Dr., Sonoma, CA
  Fee: $15 per person, includes a glass of wine Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-934-4090

• First Thursday of Every Month -- Downtown Sebastopol Artwalk
  Museums & Exhibitions: Begins at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts and continues into local businesses, cafes, galleries and restaurants. Downtown Sebastopol, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.3032

• TBA -- Wine & Song Around the Plaza
  Live Music: Featuring the Perfect Pairing of Music & Wine with the Bay Area's finest musicians & Sonoma Valley's finest wines. Saturday ticket includes souvenir wine glass & tote, 9 live music performances, 12 wine/beer/tequila tastings, a complimentary FIJI Water Bottle and 4 food tastings! Sunday ticket includes souvenir wine glass & tote, 4 live music performances, 12 wine/champagne/vodka tastings and 4 New Orleans Brunch dishes!
  Fee: $65 per day Time: 1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 468.8355

• TBA -- Hanna Boys Center's Spring Open House
  Reception, Benefit: Enjoy a fun family oriented day at Hanna Boys Center. Open to the public! Tour the Center, wander through the car show, enjoy free refreshments and meet the boys of Hanna. Our Hanna alumni create a kids carnival for guests. 17000 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, CA.
  Fee: Free & Open to all ages! Time: 11a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 996.6767 or (877) 994.2662

• TBA -- Make-A-Wish Croquet Charity Auction
  Celebration, Auction: The graceful and picturesque croquet lawns and vineyards of Sonoma-Cutrer are the backdrop for this unique event where hundreds of wine, croquet and food enthusiasts don their "croquet whites" to be part of this spring ritual in wine country.
  Fee: $200 Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (415) 982.9474

• TBA -- Sonoma Designers Showcase
  Benefit: The Interior Design Society, Wine Country Chapter Presents 2011 Sonoma Designers Showcase: Fox Hill Estate in Kenwood. Near Chateau St. Jean Winery, 8555 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood. Benefits: United Cerebral Palsy of the North Bay, Rohnert Park Boys and Girls Club and Education Foundation of Kenwood.
  Fee: $25 Time: 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-544-8654

• TBA -- Passport to Sonoma Valley
  Celebration, Wine Education: Celebrate Spring Fever in Sonoma Valley Wine Country! Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers invite you to the only Valley Wide tasting event - Passport to Sonoma Valley! Wineries up and down the Sonoma Valley showcase the very best of their current releases, library wines and special bottlings, along with wines paired with sumptuous treats and fun entertainment!
  Fee: Call for information Time: 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 935.0803

• TBA -- Annual Mother's Day Brunch at Gloria Ferrer
  Celebration, Dining:Join us for our annual Mother's Day brunch featuring a special menu just for mom, paired with Gloria Ferrer wines. The event includes appetizers, private winery tour and a sit-down lunch. 23555 Hwy Carneros Hwy (121), Sonoma CA
  Fee: $70 Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: 707-933-1999

• TBA -- Mother's Day Brunch at the Sheraton
  Dining: Treat your Mother with the family to a delectable menu created by Chef Danny Mai. 745 Baywood Drive, Petaluma, CA
  Fee: $40.00 Adults $15 (6-12yo) Time: 10AMN - 2PM Phone Number: 707 283 2900

• TBA -- Memorial Day Weekend Antique Fair
  Antiques: Healdsburg's annual Memorial Day Weekend Antique Fair, Healdsburg Plaza Park, Healdsburg
  Fee: Free Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 578.7772

• TBA -- Memorial Weekend Wine & BBQ Bash!
  Celebration: Enjoy a BBQ lunch by Grill Master Rich Mounts. Award-Winning wines served! Limited production wines available to purchase! Mounts Family Winery, 3901 Wine Creek Road, Healdsburg, CA 95448
  Fee: $10, free for wine club members Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-292-8148

• TBA -- Oysterpalooza
  Celebration: Celebrate the bivalve! Seven amazing bands on two stages, BBQ oysters, Fried Oyster Po Boys, Red Beans & Rice, Spicy Crayfish, BBQ Brisket, Lagunitas Beers on Draught, Local Wines, Hurricanes and much more! Musical performances by Alison Harris, Way To Go Joes, David Luning, Mr. December, Rose Logue, Ash Reiter and Crazy Famous! Percentage of proceeds to benefit a local non-profit voted by our diners. Stop in to place your vote. Rocker Oysterfeller's Kitchen + Saloon, 14415 Hwy One, Valley Ford CA
  Fee: $12 Time: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-876-1983

• TBA -- Lobster Feed & Zinfandel Blending Seminar
  Celebration, Wine Education: Join rockstar winemaker, Bryan Parker, for our Annual Lobster Feed and Zinfandel Blending Seminar. After this fun, interactive seminar you will feast on lobster and other delights paired with our award-winning wines. Alderbrook Winery, 2306 Magnolia Drive, Healdsburg, CA 95448
  Fee: $85 / $95 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: 800-405-5987 x4210

• TBA -- Draft Horse & Mule Club Plowing Playday
  Celebration, Family Fun: Enjoy Draft horses of all types, harnessing demos, plowing demos, Blacksmiths, BBQ, antique gas engines and free wagon rides, at the home of Jack London, 2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen CA
  Fee: $6 Parking Fee Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-823-7833

• TBA -- Cinco de Mayo at Robledo Family Winery
  Celebration: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with delicious Mexican cuisine paired with award winning Robledo wines. Enjoy live entertainment and wine specials. RSVP only. 21901 Bonness Road, Sonoma CA
  Fee: $40/$30 Time: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: 707-939-6903

• TBA -- Mother’s Day Plant Sale & Free Corsages
  Celebration: Bring Mom to Luther Burbank Home & Gardens, one the most beautiful places in Sonoma County. Buy her a living gift, take a docent-led tour of the historic Burbank home, and browse in the Carriage House Museum & Gift Shop. Ladies will receive a fresh flower corsage; come early while the supply lasts. 204 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa CA 95404
  Fee: Free Admission/ Historic Home Tour $7 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-524-5445

• TBA -- "Pink Out" Spring Release Party at Bella Vineyards
  Celebration: Don your gaudiest pink attire and join us for our annual "Pink Out" release party. We'll add some sizzle to spring with new wine releases (pink and red!), fresh oysters and decadent chocolate. A weekend of debauchery and good cheer that will leave you "tickled pink"! 9711 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: $15/$10 Wine Club Members Time: 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-473-9171

• TBA -- Derby Day
  Benefit, Auction: Gala fundraiser and auction for Meals on Wheels at Sonoma-Cutrer Winery. Includes a competition among some of the great chefs of Sonoma County, lunch, prepared by other leading chefs, silent & live auctions and simulcast of the Kentucky Derby race. Event sells out, so call early for tickets. 4401 Slusser Road, Windsor CA
  Fee: Call for information Time: Call for information Phone Number: 707-525-0143 x146

• TBA -- Human Race of Sonoma County
  Recreation, Benefit: The Human Race is Sonoma County's largest cooperative fundraiser, with over 430 participating nonprofits. Over 9,000 participants join together for a 3K and 10K walk and run through two Santa Rosa parks. Anyone can join the Human Race and raise money for their favorite community organization. Meet at Slater Middle School. Contact us for additional details and registration information.
  Fee: Walkers Free; Runners $25 Time: 8 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 573.3399

• TBA -- California Herdeljezi Festival
  Festival: A benefit event to help the Roma of Kosovo. The festival celebrates the folk art traditions of Roma (Gypsies); featuring traditional music, songs, dances, stories, foods, crafts and customs of the Roma, within a strong community-building context, and with a goal of creating a sense of 'mahala' (shared community-neighborhood) amongst all who participate. Ives Park & The Sebastopol Veteran's Memorial Building downtown Sebastopol
  Fee: Call for information and tickets Time: 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.7941

• TBA -- WSCHS Spring "High Tea"
  Celebration, Benefit: Don your fanciest chapeau (or borrow one from us!) and enjoy the delicacies and, of course, tea while listening to music and poetry at historic Burbank Farm. Proceeds benefit Western Sonoma County Historical Society. 7777 Bodega Avenue, Sebastopol CA
  Fee: $20 Advance Only Time: 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-823-0884

• TBA -- Annual May Day Festival
  Festival, Family Fun: Please join the Geyserville Chamber of Commerce and our community for the Annual May Day Festival. This down home event will have something for everyone! Music, kid's games, great food, local wines & family fun. Hoffman Picnic Grounds (formerly Geyser Peak Picnic Grounds), Geyserville CA
  Fee: Free Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-857-3745

• TBA -- Spring Home and Garden Tour
  Benefit: The annual Spring Home and Garden Tour benefiting Food For Thought, Sonoma County AIDS Food Bank, in Forestville. See some of West County's most beautiful homes and gardens in their Springtime splendor. Reservations mandatory. Call Food For Thought at 707-887-1647
  Fee: $45 Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 887.1647

• TBA -- Russian River Women's Weekend
  Celebration: A Weekend filled with Women enjoying Hot Pool Parties, Nite Clubs, Dancing, Dining, Craft Fair, Comedy Show, String Trio Brunch and Finance Seminars and more!
  Fee: varies Time: Varies Phone Number: (707) 869.9000

• TBA -- Jean's PJ Party
  Benefit: Jean Arnold Group Foundation, in alliance with the El Dorado Hotel and Kitchen, is once again thrilled to announce the Annual Jean's Pajama Party! Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Jean Arnold Group Foundation for Women's Health Services.
  Fee: $85 Time: 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-815-9187

• TBA -- Bodega Bay International Short Film Festival
  Festival, Performing Arts: Join movie goers and filmmakers as the Bodega Bay International Short Film Festival rolls into town. This festival will showcase a wide range films with varied subjects and themes (drama, comedy, sci-fi, horror, thriller and more) from today’s brightest filmmakers premiering some of their most innovative work. Bodega Bay in Sonoma County, CA will be the spectacular setting for the festival, famous location backdrop role in Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds” with Tippi Hedren and Rod Taylor. Start making plans to attend! Tickets can be purchased online. UCD, Bodega Marine Laboratory, Bodega Bay, CA
  Fee: $20-$100 Time: Call for information Phone Number: 707-827-3332

• TBA -- Petaluma Mothers’ Club Spring Tea
  Celebration: The Petaluma Mothers’ Club Annual Spring Tea, at Petaluma Golf & Country Club, 1500 Country Club Drive. Share tea, mimosas, tea sandwiches and other treats, plus indulge in a chocolate dessert fountain! Participate in the Silent Auction and Raffle and live music.
  Fee: $25 through April 1, $30 thereafter Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 280.9673

• TBA -- Living History Day
  Historic: Volunteers recreate life at the Petaluma Adobe in the 1840's. Enjoy craft demonstrations and historical skits. Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park, 3325 Adobe Road, Petaluma, CA.
  Fee: Call for information Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.4871

• TBA -- Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair and Twilight Parade
  Family Fun: Held at Healdsburg Recreation Park, on University & Piper Streets. Country Fair Competitions, livestock auction & more. The fair takes place after the parade and runs through Saturday evening.
  Fee: Free Time: Parade begins at 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.1112

• TBA -- Mother's Day Safari at Safari West
  Family Fun: Enjoy a special Mothers Day tour aboard The African Queen along with some other surprises! What could be more extraordinary than spending Mother's Day amongst some of the word's most elegant creatures? Our chef is preparing a glorious champagne brunch featuring delectable selections especially for you. 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Call for information & reservations Time: Morning & Afternoon packages available Phone Number: (707) 579.2551

• TBA -- Annual Spring Street Festival
  Festival, Family Fun: Cloverdale's Annual Spring Street Festival, a spectacular array of street arts: fire-eaters, jugglers, puppet shows, roaming musicians, hand-crafted arts, food artisans and dance performances. Activities for all ages. Open-air dance on the plaza starting at 7:00 PM. Wine and beer will be sold.
  Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: 707-894-4470

• TBA -- Sonoma Valley Footrace and Festival
  Festival, Recreation: A 5 k run/walk or an advanced 10k run, winding through the beautiful grounds of Sonoma Developmental Center. Followed by awards, a raffle, and a family-friendly Festival which features a car show, food vendors, carnival games and attractions, a kids' fun run, and live music by Harvey and the Wallbangers. 15000 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen, CA
  Fee: Festival: free; Race:$15-$30 Time: 8 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.6713

• TBA -- A Day in the Loire
  Celebration: Revel in the sights, sounds, food and joie de vivre of a day in the Loire. Enjoy the new release of our flagship white wine - 2010 Fumé Blanc in a spiffy new package. Mark your calendars now for this unforgettable day! Dry Creek Vineyard, 3770 Lambert Bridge Road, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: $25/$20 Wine Club Members Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 800-864.9463 x121

• TBA -- Salmon Creek ArtWalk
  Exhibition: Open studios feature 15 artists working in an exciting array of media. Hwy 1, One mile north of Bodega Bay.
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.9609

• TBA -- Great Petaluma Chili Cook-off
  Festival: We're all fired up for the 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
  Fee: $25 Chili & Salsa Tasting/$35 Chili, Salsa & Beer Tasting Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707)763.8920

• TBA -- Taste Alexander Valley
  Celebration, Wine Education: Annual wine/food event hosted by Alexander Valley Winegrowers. Weekend kicks off Friday with an Opening Gala. On Sat/Sun, over 35 wineries host parties throughout the Valley, each featuring wine/food, entertainment and discounts.
  Fee: $65 advance, $75 day of event Time: 5 p.m.,Friday Gala;11a.m. - 4 p.m.,Sat-Sun Taste A V Phone Number: (888) 289.4637

• TBA -- Wine Country Wino Hoedown
  Celebration: Put on those Levis’ and get your Yee-ha on for this fun event! Drink Anaba Wines, eat delicious BBQ and traditional picnic spread. Live country music Featuring Shelby Cobra, Ryan Davidson and Aubrey Debauchery. Meet and parking at the Anaba Tasting Room: 60 Bonneau Rd. in Sonoma at 11:45am. Terrific Tours will then shuttle us to the private Landa vineyards for our Hoedown festivities.
  Fee: $35; $15 for Anaba Wine Club members Time: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: 707-996-4188

• TBA -- SMAA Garden Tour
  Benefit: The Sonoma County Medical Association Alliance Foundation annual benefit Garden Tour. Six private gardens will be open for your viewing, including two home interiors. Tickets are good for both days. Proceeds benefit community health and health education programs throughout Sonoma County.
  Fee: $45 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 578.4537

• TBA -- Freestone Fermentation Festival
  Festival: A celebration of ALL things fermented! Artisan Foods, Alchemical Speakers, Informational Exhibits, Dynamic Music, Family fun. This is a low-waste, alcohol free, pet free, smoke free and MUST have fun event. Advanced tickets highly recommended. Salmon Creek School, 1935 Bohemian Hwy, 2 miles north of Freestone CA
  Fee: $12 Advance/$15 At the Door Time: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 874.1963

• TBA -- Petaluma’s Salute to American Graffiti
  Celebration, Benefit: An annual celebration of American Graffiti, classic American cars, cruising the main drag, rock n roll music and the happy days of the 50s and early 60s. Salute proceeds benefit our own community projects; schools; and other community programs that focus on the arts, history, safety and welfare of Petaluma.
  Fee: Free Time: All day Phone Number: (707) 762.3394

• TBA -- Healdsburg Barn Dance
  Celebration: Join the Active 20-30 Club of Healdsburg as we re-launch the Annual Healdsburg Barn Dance in partnership with the Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair. Trione Winery will be hosting this year's event as guests enjoy Trione Wines, food, beer, and live music. 19550 Geyserville Ave., Geyserville, CA 95441
  Fee: $20 in advance, $30 at the door Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-217-3438

• TBA -- 4-H ChickenQue
  Benefit: ChickenQue is the only fundraiser for Sonoma County 4-H. It is a one day event: a barbecue with live music and dancing, booths with 4-H'ers showing off their hard work, games on the lawn, and a chance to visit with 7000 of your neighbors. All proceeds benefit the youth of Sonoma County, allowing the 4-H Council to put on events like Presentation Day and Fashion Revue, to pay for 4-H Camp, to give scholarships, and allow youth to attend conferences. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $7 Advance/$8 At the Door Time: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-565-2681