• October 3 -- First Friday Art Walk Downtown Santa Rosa
  Exhibition: Self-guided walking tour of more than 40 temporary in-store art exhibits and studios plus street performers and other activities throughout the Downtown Arts District. This summer's art walks happen May 2, June 6, July 11, August 1, September 5, and October 3. Free carriage rides at Railroad Square.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 543.3090

• October 5 -- Calabash - Celebrate Garden, Gourd and Art
  Auction, Benefit: Local food bank grows organic gourds, distributes them to over 100 local artists who turn the gourd into art. A ticket allows participation in the auction as well as enjoy the bounty of our gardens, local chefs and restaurants and wine. Held outdoors at the store front of Food For Thought in Forestville, 6550 Railroad Avenue.
  Fee: $30 pre paid, $35 at the doorTime: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 887.1647

• October 5 -- Blessing of the Animals
  Celebration: Celebrate the feast of our namesake, St. Francis of Assisi, Patron Saint of Animals. We invite you to bring your animals to be blessed here by Father Leslie in the gardens of our Visitors Center. We will crown the new Sonoma Winery Dog and Cat of the Year. St. Francis Winery, 100 Pythian Road, Kenwood
  Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 675-WINE x 255

• October 9 - 12 -- From Farm to Table
  Wine & Food Education: A wine country weekend you'll never forget, this hands-on food and wine adventure in Sonoma features all-inclusive gourmet "field trips" led by a resident food and wine author, local chefs, and artisan winemakers. Call for reservations.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 738.5405

• October 11 - 12 -- Fiji Lovo Days at Raymond Burr Vineyards!
  Celebration, Food Education: Taste the foods of Fiji, including Fijian style pork and fruits of the Islands. 8339 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.8559

• October 12 -- Dutcher Crossing Winery's Second Annual Octoberfest
  Celebration: Dutcher Crossing's Octoberfest combines traditional Midwest foods with our incredible wines and hand-crafted lagers. We fly in homemade bratwursts and sauerkraut from Debra's home town of La Crosse, Wisconsin. The Dutcher Crossing family brews some exceptional seasonal beers for your enjoyment. Dance the day away while listening to authentic German music or join in the yodeling. 8533 Dry Creek Road, Geyserville
  Fee: $35, $25 Wineclub Members and guestsTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.2700

• October 18 -- Green Eco-Tour, Tasting and Lunch
  Recreation: The tour, conducted by winegrower, Jeff Kunde, is a moderately strenuous hike that will take you from the Sonoma Valley floor up to 1,400 feet into the Mayacamas Mountain range, concluding with a wine tasting and a Wine Country Box Lunch. The hike lasts approximately 4 hours. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
  Fee: $60Time: Call for information & registration Phone Number: (707) 833.5501 Ext. 331

Ongoing Events

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• May 14 - November 3 -- New Exhibit: Baseball as Allegory
  Exhibition: Schulz used sports themed strips as a springboard for many life themes-hope,perseverance, humiliation and leadership. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free to members, adults:$5-8, kids:$5Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• May 23 - October 31 -- Michel Schlumberger Courtyard Music
  Live Music: Every Friday night through the end of October enjoy live music in the courtyard of our beautiful Dry Creek Valley hillside Estate. One of the most enjoyable music experiences in Sonoma County. Local artists performing Jazz, Blues, Folk & more. 4155 Wine Creek Rd., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $10 per personTime: Every Friday Night 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7427

• June 7 - October 1 -- Sixth Annual Cloverdale Sculpture Exhibit
  Exhibition: An outdoor juried sculpture exhibit enlivens downtown Cloverdale all summer long. From June 7th through October 1, the downtown plaza will be transformed into a sculpture garden, featuring the best of the numerous high-quality works submitted by sculptors from across the nation.
  Fee: FreeTime: Daylight hours Phone Number: (707) 894.4410

• September 11 - October 11 -- Michel Schlumberger Harvest Luncheons
  Celebration, Food & Wine Education: Join the tradition and taste the harvest at Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate. A behind-the-scenes harvest tour shows you the inner workings of an artisan wine estate during "the crush". Your tour will be followed by the hearty fare and camaraderie of the traditional Harvest Lunch table with views of our hillside vineyards. 4155 Wine Creek Rd., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7427

• Ongoing Sundays -- Sebastopol Farmer's Market
  Sebastopol Plaza. Through October 31st.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10am - 1pm Phone Number: (707) 522-9305

• 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 Tuesdays - June - October -- Healdsburg Tuesday Farmers' Market
  Market: Corner of Mill St. & Healdsburg Ave.
  Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431-1956

• 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 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 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 Thursday-Monday -- Seductive Flavors at Ledson
  Wine Education: Guests are taken on a culinary journey, showcasing the harmony that can result when food is perfectly matched with a wine. Enjoy a selection of five handcrafted wines flawlessly paired with a variety of delicious morsels. Relax in our beautifully appointed tasting suites and enjoy beautiful views. 7335 Sonoma Hwy (Hwy 12) Kenwood, CA
  Fee: $25Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 537.3810

• 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

• 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

• Saturdays May - October -- Petaluma Farmers Market
  Markets: Farm fresh produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, handmade crafts, entertainment. Walnut Park, Petaluma Boulevard South and "D" Streets.
  Fee: FreeTime: Saturdays from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.0344

• 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

• May 5 - November 24 -- Windsor Farmers Market
  Recreation: Each Sunday from May through November. The market will host a wide array of fresh produce, including vegetables, fruits, and herbs, and several varieties of dried fruit, and fruit platters at Christmas time. At the Windsor Town Green on Bell Road.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.5382

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

• 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

• April 4 - October 3 -- First Friday Santa Rosa Downtown ArtWalk
  Visual artists & Street performers stage temporary exhibits in 40+ venues throughout Downtown Santa Rosa’s different districts.FREE Rosie the trolley shuttle service! Dates: May 2, June 6, July 11, Aug 1 Sept 5,& Oct 3. Event is free & participants change each month. Maps at Courthouse Square or Depot Park info booths during the event
  Fee: $0 Time: 5 pm to 8 pm Phone Number: (707) 543-3090

• 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 -- Petaluma Downtown Trick or Treat Trail
  Family Fun: Parents, be sure to gather your little ghosts & goblins, and join the participating downtown merchants for the annual "Trick or Treat Trail" (follow the orange & black balloons) Merchants will be handing out candy to costumed children. Call for more information.
  Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348

• TBA -- Healdsburg Crush Festival
  Festival: Expanded to a two-day event which includes a Harvest Dinner and Wine Auction at MacMurray Ranch on Friday and Food & Wine Fair at St. John School, the Healdsburg Crush Festival has sold out each year attracting over 450 attendees from all over the country! Wine tasting from 35 local Sonoma wineries. Guest winemakers from participating wineries will be available for questions and conversation about the 2007 crush season.
  Fee: Varies with eventTime: Varies with event Phone Number: (707) 473.9715

• TBA -- 3rd Annual Italian Festival
  Festival, Live Music: One might mistake Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery for Little Italy on October 21st, as the winery launches its Third Annual Italian Festival from 11am-3pm Party Italian-style! Featuring: Live Music Grape Stomp Contests Bocce Great Food and Wine Demonstrations And More! 389 East Fourth Street, Sonoma, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.3230

• TBA -- West County Film Festival
  Performing Arts: Presenting the first annual West County Film Festival at Sebastopol Cinemas in Sebastopol from October 27-28, 2007. Featuring American Indies, World Cinema, Documentaries and Short Film Programs.
  Fee: $10 per Film ScreeningTime: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 483.1290

• TBA -- MacRostie Winery and Vineyards Luncheon
  Celebration: MacRostie Winery and Vineyards hosts its Annual Harvest Luncheon at Wildcat Mountain Vineyard. The event will feature a delicious four-course luncheon catered by Sonoma's acclaimed Olive and Vine, highlighting seasonally-inspired culinary creations paired with a selection of MacRostie's sought-after new release and library wines. 21481 8th St E, Sonoma
  Fee: Wine Club Members: $45; General: $55Time: 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 996.4480

• TBA -- Sonoma County Harvest Fair
  Festival: California's premiere wine festival held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Only place in the world where can you taste and buy over 500 award-winning wines made from Sonoma County grapes, all under one roof. Competitive exhibits; arts and craft displays; live music; family fun: kids carnival, free Haunted House, contests, & family activities.
  Fee: $6 general admissionTime: 10am-8pm Friday/10am-7pm Sat and Sun Phone Number: (707) 545.4200

• TBA -- Twiga at Twilight at Safari West
  Celebration, Benefit: Visit up close and very personal with our giraffes, cheetahs, lemurs and other exotic or endangered wildlife. Tours and Wine Tasting, Dinner and Auction, Safari Attire Optional. Reservations required. All proceeds benefit the Safari West Wildlife Foundation. 3115 Porter Creek Road Santa Rosa Ca
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2551

• TBA -- Halloween Historic House Tour
  Family Fun: A fun & spooky tour of some of Petaluma's most mysterious Victorian-era houses. Tickets: $15 adult/teen, $5 child. Get tickets at: the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 20 Fourth St., Petaluma.
  Fee: $15 per adult or teen, $5 per childTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.3456

• TBA -- Howl-O-Ween Pet Party
  Celebration, Benefit: Join the Humane Society of Sonoma County for our 4th Annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Party. Spend the afternoon with your pooch (on leash) browsing pet-related booths and enjoying howloween treats & games. All proceeds benefit our shelter animals. Located At: 5345 Hwy 12 West, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $10 donation per dog, people are FREE!Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 542.0882

• TBA -- Vines & Wines Black Tie Gala & Auction
  Auction, Benefit: Healthcare Foundation presents its annual black tie Gala & Auction. An epicurean adventure awaits you, pairing award-winning cuisine with premier wines from the County's finest vintners. One-of-a-kind auction items. Benefiting Healdsburg District Hospital and Alliance Medical Center. At the Mary Agatha Furth Center Ballroom, 8400 Old Redwood Highway, Windsor, CA.
  Fee: $200Time: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 473.0583

• TBA -- 5th Annual Art of Dessert
  Food Education: Pastry chefs from all over the North Bay participate in this elegant evening through generous donations of extraordinary dessert creations for attendees to enjoy. Before getting to dessert, guests will take pleasure in an elegant sit down dinner, fabulous dining entertainment and the opportunity to bid on exclusive auction items. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: $125Time: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• TBA -- Rock Paper Scissors Tournament
  Celebration: This is a rock! paper! scissors! competition, with prizes and everything. Roshambo Winery's famous tournament must be seen to be believed. This year it will be held at the Flamingo Hotel in Santa Rosa.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: 888.525.WINE (9463)

• TBA -- ARTrails Open Studios
  Exhbition: ARTrails Open Studios, Sonoma County Arts Council's award winning event, is celebrating its 22nd anniversary. Tour the countryside, meet the artists and buy unique art. Free color catalog with maps.
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2787

• TBA -- Friends of SR Libraries Book Faire
  Benefit: Biggest/Best used book sale north of San Francisco. 1000s of donated books selling for bargain prices. Among them are choice art books & cookbooks as well as exceptional bargains in children's books, collector's editions & computer books with CD-ROMs. A large variety of movies on VHS & DVD, books on tape & CD, and music tapes & CDs.
  Fee: $5.00 Friday; Free Admission Sat - MonTime: Fri 3 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Sat-Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Mon, 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.0831 x 541

• TBA -- Fashion in the Vineyards
  Benefit: Fifth Annual Fashion in the Vineyards fashion Show benefiting the Boys & Girls Club Valley of the Moon in Sonoma. Fashion in the Vineyards is one special event! Glamorous models strut their stuff on the elevated catwalk wearing the latest elegant fashions. Women's clothing is provided by Bay Area fashion industry icon Helen Lyall; local retailer Eraldi's provides clothing for the men.
  Fee: $75 general / $150 VIP seatingTime: 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.8544

• TBA -- Tolay Fall Festival
  Family Fun: The first annual Tolay Festival features hayrides, fall games, outdoor education, performing arts and of course, Pumpkins! Tolay Regional Park, 5869 Lakeville Highway, Petaluma
  Fee: Free AdmissionTime: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 769.0429

• TBA -- Stomp Out Breast Cancer! Grape Stomp
  Benefit, Celebration: Join Amphora winemaker/owner Rick Hutchinson and KZST Radio for the Third Annual Stomp Out Breast Cancer! grape stomp at picturesque Amphora Winery in Dry Creek Valley. Wine, food, silent auction and Fun! 4791 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $25 minimum donationTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.7767

• TBA -- Sunce Winery Crush party
  Celebration, Live Music: Help us celebrate our 16th harvest! New Releases, Free Glass, Live Music by Manzanita Moon, Grape Stomping Fun, Barrel Tasting, Mystery Wine Contest, Le Chef at the Grill, Winemaker in The Dunk Tank, Kids Free. 1839 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $30 door or $25 in advance-onlineTime: Noon 'til Sundown Phone Number: (707) 526.9463

• Tuesdays June through October -- 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: FreeTime: See Description Phone Number: (707) 433.6935

• TBA -- Sonoma Paradiso
  Benefit, Now in its fourth year, the Imagine Auction has partnered with the Sonoma County Vintners to become Sonoma Paradiso. On October 6, 2007 the nation's top business leaders, philanthropists, wine enthusiasts, and celebrities will gather to raise charitable funds for children in need while bidding on unique and exclusive auction lots. Francis Ford Copola (as yet unnamed) Winery, Alexander Valley
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 547.4747

• TBA -- Annual BR Cohn Celebrity Golf Classic & Dinner/Auction
  Benefit, Auction: 21st Annual B.R. Cohn Charity Events Fall Music Festival & Golf Tournament. Charity Auction Dinner: Friday, September 28th. Concerts: Saturday & Sunday, September 29th and 30th staring Doobie Brothers, Huey Lewis and the News, Los Lobos, Tower of Power, Lydia Pense and Cold Blood. Golf Tournament: Monday, October 1st The B.R.Cohn Winery is located at 15000 Sonoma Highway 12 in Glen Ellen.This show benefits the National Veterans Foundation.
  Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: Call for Information Phone Number: (800) 330.4064

• TBA -- Annual Vincenzo Wine & Food Festival
  Benefit, Festival: The beautiful grounds of St. Vincent's will be transformed into an Italian marketplace filled with premier wines and choice cuisine, and will feature a live auction offering rare vintages and travel packages. All proceeds benefit at-risk youth at St. Vincent's. One St. Vincent Drive, San Rafael, CA.
  Fee: $95Time: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (415) 972.1200

• TBA -- Day on the Farm Annual Landmark Party
  Celebration: The highlight of the day will be Landmark's Dueling Chefs of Kenwood - Boris Olvera from Mexico City and Maria Vieages from New Orleans. Your taste buds will be the judges! Along with fabulous food, Landmark will be serving our award winning wines. Enjoy horse drawn wagon rides, bocce, live music, and plenty of fun! 101 Adobe Canyon Road Kenwood, CA
  Fee: $40; $32 per Heritage Wine Society MembeTime: 12 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 833.0224

• Fridays June - October -- First Friday Art Walk in Sonoma Plaza
  Exhibition, Reception: Enjoy an evening of wine tasting and fine local art at the first Friday gallery and studio art walk. Starting on Friday, June 2, fifteen downtown Sonoma art galleries and studios will host first Friday open house art walks until 9 p.m. Brochure guides to Plaza galleries are available at all participating venues.
  Fee: FreeTime: Until 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.5477

• TBA -- Christopher Creek's Fall For Zin
  Wine Education: Christopher Creek winery's annual celebration of Zinfandel. Taste our dueling zins, Dry Creek vs Russian River along with hearty fall food. 641 Limerick Lane, Healdsburg
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.8243

• TBA -- 4th Annual Spotlight on Zinfandel
  Celebration, Wine Education: Join wineries throughout Sonoma Valley as we celebrate the notorious & glorious Zinfandel grape! Join us for wine tastings, verticals, wine blending, vineyards comparisons & more. Many winemakers will be present! Tickets will be available at wineries the days of the event.
  Fee: $20 per person for the weekend.Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 794.9463

• TBA -- Barbara Bull Memorial Cemetery Walk
  Celebration: 5th "Barbara Bull Memorial Cemetery Walk"! Soup and salad supper; 6 New skits; homemade apple dessert at Burbank Farm + door prizes! Advance Sales Only! Call for more information. This is a Sell-Oou Event! Get your tickets early! Much Walking & stairs - Kids under 16 won't find much (no discounts). Bring a flashlight!
  Fee: $30Time: 5:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 7 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 829.1757

• TBA -- Annual Vertical Tasting and Reception
  Wine Education: We are offering a formal sit-down tasting led by Margo Van Staaveren, Winemaker; and Philippe Thibault, Chateau Manager; of our classic Cinq Cepages Bordeaux Blend. A reception will follow the tasting with passed hors d'oeuvres and some exciting new releases. Very limited seating. Call for reservations. Chateau St. Jean, 8555 Sonoma Highway (Highway 12), Kenwood
  Fee: $60Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 833.4134 ext. 5258

• TBA -- Pinot Festival "Pinot on the River"
  Wine Education: Join us at the Russian River Vineyards Wine Center in Forestville for the a weekend of great food, Pinot tastings and seminars capped off by Sunday's Grand Artisanal Pinot Noir Tasting featuring 80 participating West Coast wineries. Tickets available for the full weekend or just the Sunday tasting.
  Fee: $725Time: call for schedule of events & locations Phone Number: (707) 922.1096

• TBA -- Ukiah Country PumpkinFest
  Festival, Family Fun: The Country Pumpkinfest blends a Harvest and Music Festival into the Halloween holiday in this annual two-day event. Enjoy live music, fiddle contest, children's carnival, pie-eating contest, beer & wine tasting, arts & crafts and pet costume contest. Downtown Ukiah.
  Fee: FreeTime: Parade starts at 10 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 463.6231

• TBA -- Blessing of the Animals at St. Francis
  Celebration: Celebrate the feast of our namesake, St. Francis of Assisi, Patron Saint of Animals. We invite you to bring your animals to be blessed here in the gardens of our Visitors Center. 100 Pythian Road, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 543.7713 x 255

• TBA -- Bill Soberanes Annual Whiskerino Contest
  Celebration: The Petaluma Farmers' Market will sponsor the annual Bill Soberanes Whiskerino Contest in Walnut Park, the judging will take place at 3:00pm in the Gazebo. All categories welcome; show off your facial hair to one and all - Full beards, goatees, moustaches, sideburns and peach fuzz. There will be live music by The Wayward Angels.
  Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707)762.0344

• TBA -- Occidental Harvest Market Festival
  Festival:Sponsored by Occidental Chamber of Commerce, Occidental Bohemian Farmers Market and The Occidental Y. On Friday there will be the children's costume parade & evening activities at the OBFM; a scarecrow contest, pumpkin carving, paella, and more. Saturday evening there will be family activities at the Community Center - Haunted House and Carnival.
  Fee: No Charge. Donation at Haunted House.Time: Call for information. Phone Number: (707) 874.9407