Sonoma County - September Events

Ongoing Events

• Thursday-Monday -- Wine & Food Pairing at St. Francis Winery
  Wine & Food 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. Times are: Fri-Sun 11am,1pm & 3pm/Mon & Thurs 11am & 2pm. 100 Pythian Road, Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: $38, Club Members $30 Time: 11:00am- 3:00pm Phone Number: 888-675-WINE

• 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: Fees vary, according to class, call for more information Time: Time varies, according to class, call for more information Phone Number: 707.431.9999

• 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

• 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

• September 22 - October 9 -- Treasure Island
  Performing Arts: Silver Moon Theatre brings to life the swashbuckling action-packed tale of Long John Silver in Treasure Island. Sept. 22-Oct. 9 at Andrews Hall, Sonoma Community Center. Treasure Island will dry dock for a limited time.
  Fee: $22 or Thrifty Thursdays $15 plus Time: Thurs, Fri & Sat at 8:00 or Sun at 3:00 Phone Number: 938-4626 ext 1

• Tour and Tasting with Greg La Follette -- A Terroir Tour With Greg
  Wine& Food Education: Guests will start their visitor experience with a tour of the cellar and hear about our vineyard practices,wine making 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. Address and directions will be emailed to you upon reservation confirmation.
  Fee: $30.00/Complimentary for Vigneron members Time: 10:30am-Noon Phone Number: 707.395.3902 x224

• February 1 - September 30, 2012 -- 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". 11am-5pm Weekdays/10am-5pm Sat-Sun/Closed Tuesday. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $10 Adults/$5 Youth & Seniors/Members Free Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: 707.579.4452

• April 1 - October 31, 2012 -- Tour Season Opens @ Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
  Family Friendly: Come visit the gardens, tour the home and greenhouse, and shop for unique gifts in the gift shop. Docent-led tours includes part of gardens, an overview of Burbank's life and best known plant developments, see inside the historic home with original furnishings and memorabilia and the famous greenhouse. Tours 10am-3:30 pm, every half hour (except Monday). Gift shop is not open on Mondays, but the gardens are open daily. 204 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa CA 95404
  Fee: $7 Adult/ Under 12 Free Time: 10am-3:30 pm Phone Number: 707-524-5445

• June 9 - September 3 -- HEADS UP! sculpture exhibition
  Art Exhibit: This exhibition brings together an extraordinary range of human heads and torsos depicted by seven sculptors in wood, ceramic and mixed media. An opening reception will take place Saturday, June 9 from 2-5pm, and the exhibition will remain on view daily through September 3, 2012. Cornerstone Sonoma, 23588 Arnold Dr., Sonoma
  Fee: Free Time: 10am - 5pm daily Phone Number: (707) 933-1300

• June 9 - September 9, 2012 -- Chester Arnold: Trees Sonoma County Museum
  Art Exhibit: The exhibit Chester Arnold: Trees presents an ongoing focus of Arnold’s work of trees, forest landscapes, and the interactions between humanity and these wild spaces, ranging from human activities such as logging, to natural decay, to the insistent power of the woods to reclaim their space. 425 7th Street, Santa Rosa CA 95401
  Fee: $7/Members Free Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone Number: 707.579.1500

• July 13 - December 14 -- Women in the Wine Industry Dinner Series
  Winemaker Dinner: 26th annual series, food & wine pairing dinners at The Inn at the Tides. Elizabeth Grant-Douglas, La Crema. Marimar Torres, Marimar Estate. Carol Shelton, Carol Shelton Winery, Susie Selby, Selby Winery, Diane Wilson, Wilson Winery. Heidi von der Mehden, Arrowood Winery. Dates/menus online. 800 Highway One, Bodega Bay
  Fee: $79-$99 plus tax & gratuity Time: 6:30 pm Phone Number: 707-875-2751

• August 8 - November 26 -- Exhibit:Taunting Trees and Talking Walls
  Exhibition: The exhibit takes a close look at Schulz's use of inanimate objects in 70 original strips. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free to members/adults:$10,youth:$5 Time: 11AM-5PM, weekends:10AM-5PM Phone Number: 707-579-4452

• August 17 - September 2 -- "110 in the Shade"
  Performing Arts: Lizzie Curry is on the verge of becoming a hopeless old maid. But, when a charismatic rainmaker named Starbuck comes to town Lizzie's family’s life and world is turned upside down. Cinnabar Theater, 3333 Petaluma, Blvd, Petaluma
  Fee: $25 - $35 Time: 8:00pm Phone Number: 707-763-8920

• August 18 - December 9 -- New Exhibit: "Name Dropping"
  Exhibition: A Peanuts reader never knew who they might meet in Schulz's famous strip. In addition to original strips, this exhibit also includes photos & correspondence with some of these famous folks. 11AM-5PM, weekends:10AM-5PM. 2301 Hardies Ln, Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free to members/adults:$10,youth:$5 Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-579-4452

• 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/ Kids under 5 free Time: seatings at 10:30AM or 12:00PM Phone Number: 707.523.4745

• Every Second Sunday -- Wine, Music & Friends
  Wine Education, Live Music: Hang out, listen to great music, sip great wine, visit with great people and watch the world go by. Wines from sparkling to port - something for everybody. Our prime location on the Healdsburg Plaza puts you right in the center of beautiful downtown Healdsburg, no better place to be on a Sunday afternoon. July 10th we are featuring B Rooster Blues Duo, a tasting room favorite! Vintage Wine Estates, 308B Center Street, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: Free Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707.921.2893

• Every Sunday -- Sunday Jazz Brunch @ Affronti
  Dining, Live Music: Enjoy our Sunday brunch menu or our Jazz brunch buffet menu with live jazz at Affronti! 235 Healdsburg Avenue, #105, Healdsburg CA 95448
  Fee: $15 Buffet/$15 Bottomless Mimosa/A la Carte Available Time: 11:30am-2:00pm Phone Number: 707-431-1113

• Daily -- Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden
  Art Exhibit: Northern California’s only gallery dedicated entirely to modern and contemporary fine art sculpture. SculptureWALK showcases 70 monumental and garden-sized sculptures, including kinetic works and water sculptures throughout the Cornerstone garden complex. Please call or email the gallery if you are interested in a Curator-led tour. at Cornerstone Sonoma, 23588 Arnold Dr., Sonoma
  Fee: Free Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Phone Number: 707-933-1300

• Daily, weather permitting. -- Ravenswood Morning Tour & Tasting
  Wine Education: Open your day with a morning tour of our certified organic estate vineyard. Stroll through the property. Learn about our unique viticulture practices. See the winery’s non-wimpy, winemaking process. Thief some tastes from the barrels. The experience concludes in the tasting room where you’ll get to sample current vintages! 18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma
  Fee: $15 per person Time: 10:30am Phone Number: 707.933.2332

• Every Tuesday -- Gourmet Food Truck "Tasty Tuesdays"
  Dining: Every Tuesday mobile food trucks roll into the Community Center serving a large variety of delicious fare. Combine that with a sampling of locally-grown produce and you have a great way to spend your lunchtime. Join your co-workers and friends for this local treat! 5401 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, Sonoma, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707.588.3496

• Every Wednesday Morning -- Redwood Empire Farmers' Market
  Market: Local farmers, ranchers, and food purveyors come together in one place. Supporting local agriculture is good for you, the economy and the community. Santa Rosa Veterans Building Parking Lot, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa CA 95404
  Fee: Free Time: 8:30am -12:00pm Phone Number: 707-237-5340

• Every Wednesday-May 9 - October 17 -- Wines and Sunsets at Paradise Ridge
  Celebration: Ongoing each Wednesday evening through mid October, visitors are invited to bring a picnic and enjoy delectable award winning Paradise Ridge wines while watching spectacular sunsets from the winery’s expansive veranda and beautiful poetry terrace. Call to reserve a table. 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Dr., Santa Rosa, Ca
  Fee: $5 Time: 6:00pm Phone Number: 707-528-9463

• 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, May 9 - September 26, 2012 -- "Keep on Truckin’ Wednesdays" @ Simi Winery
  Celebration: Every second and fourth Wednesday, Simi will host food trucks for their weekday visitors to enjoy local street fare ranging from BBQ to cupcakes. Vendors will offer wine tasters a chance to enjoy a delicious and affordable meal. 16275 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg CA 95448
  Fee: $6-$8 Time: 5pm-8pm Phone Number: 707-433-3686

• Every Wednesday, June - October -- Healdsburg Wednesday Farmers' Market
  Market: A wide variety of fruits and vegetables are available, as well as cheese, honey, olive oil, bread, wild fish, pasture-finished meat and fresh eggs. In the Purity (Cerri) Lot One block north and one block west of the Plaza North and Vine Streets in Healdsburg.
  Fee: Free Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.1956

• Every Wednesday Morning -- Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers
  Market: Join us year round, rain or shine for locally grown fruits and vegetables, artisanal cheeses, free-range eggs, pasture-fed meat and poultry from family farms, fresh and smoked fish, local honey, hearth breads and much more! Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 8:30am-12:00pm Phone Number: 707.522.8629

• Every Thursday night -- Thursday Night Live Music @ The Bluewater Bistro
  Live music: Come enjoy ocean view dining, live music, and martini specials in the Fireside Lounge at the Bluewater Bistro. 21301 Heron Drive, Bodega Bay CA
  Fee: Free Time: 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Phone Number: 707-875-3513

• Thursdays, June 7 - September 20, 2012 -- Cotati Farmer's Market
  Market: Come enjoy farm-fresh produce, specialty foods, homemade crafts, and live entertainment weekly! Old Redwood Hwy & West Sierra Avenue, Cotati CA
  Fee: Free Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm Phone Number: 707-795-5508

• Every Thursday -- Sultry Salsa Nights
  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. Santa Rosa Salsa, 528 Seventh Street, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $50 for 4/Weeks, $15 Drop in Time: Time Varies, Please call for more information Phone Number: 707.217.2203

• Every Thursday -- Wine Down Thursdays at D'Argenzio Winery
  Live Music: 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. 1204 W. Burbank Blvd., Burbank, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 5:30pm-9pm Phone Number: 707.280.4658

• Every Thursday -- Celebrity Wine Experience @ Carneros Bistro
  Wine Education: Celebrity Wine Tender. Join us every Thursday for a local winemaker and educator from different local wineries to taste some of their finest offerings. The Lodge at Sonoma, 1325 Broadway, Sonoma
  Fee: Free Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707.931.2042

• Friday-Sunday, May 25 - October 28, 2012 -- Summer on the Terrace @ J Vineyards
  Celebration: Join us on our creekside Terrace for a special offering of light refreshments from Executive Chef Mark E. Caldwell. We invite you to share with a friend a plate of delicacies and two glasses of J’s award winning varietal or sparkling wines while enjoying the leisurely warmth of the season. Reservations required. 11447 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg CA 95448
  Fee: $40 per couple/$35 per couple Club J Members Time: 11:30am-3:30pm Phone Number: 707-431-5430

• Every Friday -- Sonoma Valley Friday Farmers' Market
  Market: Featuring some of Sonoma County's freshest fruits and vegetables, along with artisan breads, cheeses, and arts and crafts. Local growers come and sell their freshly picked crops at reasonable prices. Arnold Field Parking Lot, 241 First Street West, Sonoma CA
  Fee: Free Time: 9am-12:30pm Phone Number: 707-538-7023

• 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

• August 3 - October 5 -- Pizza Friday at Seghesio
  Food: Start your summer weekends off at Seghesio with a favorite tradition of the season — wood-fired pizzas from the outdoor oven.Each Friday, two pizzas are featured — including a vegetarian option, along with a sandwich and salad of the day. 700 Grove Street , Healdsburg
  Fee: Varies Time: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-395-3609

• 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, call for more information Phone Number: 707.545.8530

• Every Friday -- 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 per person. Limited to 10 people. Time: 11:00am Phone Number: 707.933.2349

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

• September 3, 10, 17 & 24 -- California Food and Wine Pairing
  Food & Wine Education: Join us as we share inspired recipes and pairings, using four Viansa food products and wines. Far more than a cooking demonstration, guests to this weekly event enjoy an engaging hour of food preparation and wine discussion, plus small plates complimented by special wines. Reservations suggested. Viansa Winery, 25200 Arnold Dr., Sonoma
  Fee: $20, $15 for Wine Club Members Time: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 995-4740

• Saturday & Sunday -- Food & Wine Pairing at Lambert Bridge
  Wine & Food Education: A delicious way to enhance your wine tasting experience, our winemakers, Jill Davis and Jennifer Higgins, have expertly paired a unique flight of Lambert Bridge wines with artisan cheeses and small bites. Each seating is hosted by one of our friendly wine experts. Reservations required. Times are: 11am, 1pm, 3pm. 4085 West Dry Creek Rd., Healdsburg
  Fee: $40.00 per person Time: 11:00am Phone Number: 707-431-4665

• Saturdays, May 19 - November 17, 2012 -- Petaluma Farmers' Market
  Market, Live Music: Enjoy the bounty of Sonoma County produce and find a wealth of fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, plants, fresh baked goods, fresh cider, cheese and more. Children's entertainment and prepared dinner foods available to take home or enjoy in the park setting. Walnut Park, D Street & Petaluma Blvd South, Petaluma CA
  Fee: Free Time: 2pm-5:30pm Phone Number: 707-762-0344

• Every Saturday -- Redwood Empire Farmers' Market
  Market: Local farmers, ranchers, and food purveyors come together in one place. Supporting local agriculture is good for you, the economy and the community. Santa Rosa Veterans Building Parking Lot, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa CA 95404
  Fee: Free Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: 707-237-5340

• Every 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 per person. Limited to 10 people. Time: 11:00 am Phone Number: (707) 933.2349

• Every Saturday -- Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers
  Market: Join us year round, rain or shine for locally grown fruits and vegetables, artisanal cheeses, free-range eggs, pasture-fed meat and poultry from family farms, fresh and smoked fish, local honey, hearth breads and much more! Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: 707-522-8629

• Saturdays, May 5-November 24, 2012 -- Healdsburg Farmers' Market
  Market: Welcome to the Healdsburg Farmers' Market where farmers truck their fresh, seasonal, and sustainably grown produce to town from farms mostly within 10 miles of the Healdsburg Plaza. A wide variety of fruits and vegetables are available as well as cheese, honey, olive oil, bread, wild fish, pasture-finished meat, and fresh eggs. One block west of the Plaza, on Foss Creek. Healdsburg CA
  Fee: Free Time: 9am-12pm Phone Number: 707-431-1956

• Last Thursday of every month March to October. -- Sunset Supper at DaVero
  Wine & Food Education: Join Ridge & Colleen for a family style supper & educational tour of our biodynamic gardens. A local Chef will be our guest as we pair and feature our exciting Falco & DaVero Estate Wines. Seating is limited for this casual and small group setting. RSVP required to attend. 766 Westside Rd., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $85/$75 Wine Club Member Time: 6:30pm-9:00pm Phone Number: 707.431.8000 ext. 1

• July 6 - September 7 -- SummerFest Railroad Square
  Celebration: First Friday each month beginning 7/6 offers sampling food from RRSQ celebrated chefs. Wine/Craft Beer tasting, live music, arts, crafts & shopping local merchants. Music Line-up: August 3rd Kingsborough and Dustin Saylor Band September 7th The Don Giovanni's and Ricky Alan Ray. Free to public & Wine/Beer Tasting $20. Fourth Street between Davis & Wilson St, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Phone Number: 707-495-1430

• First Friday of the month -- Williamson Wines - Epicurean Dinners
  Food & Wine Education: Join Bill and Dawn Williamson for an Epicurean Dinner at the Dry Creek Kitchen featuring food perfectly paired with Williamson Wines! Chef Dustin and Bill Williamson work together to create and pair each of the six course dinners. 317 Healdsburg Ave, Hotel Healdsburg, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $150 all inclusive, limited to 10 guest Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm Phone Number: (707) 433.1500

• 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 ext. 2

• Every Saturday -- Public Tastings @ 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: 11:00am-4:00pm Phone Number: 707.996.4480

• 2nd Thursday of the month -- Cabaret de Caliente
  Celebration: This month Sebastopol's own monthly dance and circus arts variety show honors Cancer birthdays! Cabaret de Caliente brings glitter and glamour to the bounce and boogie of jUkE jOiNt with Burlesque, belly dance, sideshow, magic, unique musical acts and circus arts. 8:30 Doors/9:30 Show. $10 Adv/$15 Door; $5 After 11:30. 230 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol
  Fee: $15 Time: 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-829-7300

• TBA -- Russian River Jazz & Blues Festival
  Live Music: Sit in an easy chair on the rivers edge and enjoy music from top name acts on the main stage. In between sets go to the wine garden and enjoy music and dancing there too. Or you can just wade around in the Russian River. Lots of food and drinks available for sale at reasonable prices, check out the International Food Court where you will find world-class cuisine. Johnson's Beach Resort, 16241 First Street, Guerneville CA
  Fee: $50 general / $10 kid 6-12 / 2-Day Pass $80 Time: 10:00am Phone Number: 707.869.1595

• TBA -- Wine Country Salsa and Bachata Festival
  Festival: The Wine Country Salsa & Bachata Festival is three fun filled days of Salsa and Bachata. Two Rooms: Salsa room & Bachata room World renowned instructors World Champions World class performers Live Salsa by Orq. Borinquen Live Bachata by Hector Gonz BBQ, shows and guest artist.And much much more. This is an all day event. Times Vary: Fri-7:30pm to 1:45am; Sat-9:30am to 1:45am; Sun-11am to 4pm. 2060 W. College ave. Santa Rosa
  Fee: $25 - $100 Time: 7:30pm - 1:45am Phone Number: 707.293.4292

• TBA -- Garden Art Gala
  Auction: From the beautiful outdoor setting at the Vine Hill House looking out across the Santa Rosa plain, guests will enjoy fabulous food and wine while they view and bid on unique one of a kind garden art donated by local artists. The silent auction also includes “big bottle” wine lots and other special items. 3601 Vine Hill Rd., Sebastopol, CA
  Fee: $75 Time: 2:00pm - 6:00pm Phone Number: (707) 527-9277

• TBA -- Kendall-Jackson's Tomato Festival Weekend
  Festival, Food: KJ Heirloom Tomato Festival features a Vineyard dinner Fri, Sept.14, to benefit the Cooking with Kids Foundation. The dinner will be hosted by celebrity chefs Guy Fieri and Mario Batali. Sat,Sept.15 the annual Festival includes tasting over 150 varieties of tomatoes,a chef competition featuring Bravo’s Top Chef® contenders,wine-tasting, and live music. Saturday events take place from 11am to 4pm. 5007 Fulton Rd., Fulton, CA
  Fee: Fri,14th:$350; Sat,15th:$85/person Time: 6:00pm Phone Number: 1.800.769.3649

• TBA -- Bike MS: Waves to Wine Ride
  Recreation, Benefit: Waves to Wine Ride is one of the most picturesque rides in the country – the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, and Sonoma County vineyards are just a few of the sites you will see. The two-day ride can be customized based on your fitness level and interest. Day 1 includes route options of 40, 75 or 100 miles. Day 2 offers a 50 or 75 mile route. Bike MS: Waves to Wine Ride is a fully supported ride that includes six full meals, generous amenities, stocked rest stops every 12-15 miles, SAG vehicles, camp sites, spirited festivities, and a wine & beer garden.
  Fee: Donation Time: Various Phone Number: (800) FIGHT-MS

• TBA -- Russian Riverfest
  Festival: The Russian Riverfest is a food and wine delight. It takes place at Burke's Canoes and features many activities. Enjoy an outdoor dinner, live music, wine tasting, and silent auction. Burke’s Canoes, 8600 River Road, Forestville, CA
  Fee: Call for information & advance tickets Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00pm Phone Number: (707) 433.1958

• TBA -- Petaluma's annual Poetry Walk
  Celebration, Performing Arts: The walk affords an opportunity to experience the music of words in a unique setting that stirs the soul. All events within easy walking blocks of one another. Each event features award-winning, celebrated poets presenting their work, music and the special ambiance of Historic Petaluma.
  Fee: Free Time: 11:00am - 7:00pm Phone Number: (707)338-2489

• TBA -- Lobster Boil at Robledo Family Winery
  Celebration: Join us for an evening of fresh delicious Maine lobster and prawns paired with our award winning wines. Robledo Family Winery, 21901 Bonness Rd., Sonoma, CA
  Fee: $95.00 non-club/$85.00 for club members Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Phone Number: 707-939-6903

• TBA -- Porsches at the Palace @ Ledson Winery
  Celebration: Visit us for the 13th annual Porsche aficionado event. Come to see your favorite vintage vehicle as they line the circular driveway in front of The Castle. Create the perfect wine country picnic from our Gourmet Marketplace and enjoy wine tasting in our Oak Grove. 7335 Sonoma Hwy (Hwy 12), Kenwood
  Fee: Free Time: 11:00am - 4:00pm Phone Number: (707) 537.3810

• TBA -- Festival on the Hill & Car Show
  Celebration, Family Fun: Enjoy a 9-category car show including vintage and classic autos & pickup trucks, both stock and modified; also Huli-Huli chicken barbecue, lively music, opportunity drawing and children's activities. Plenty of time for good old-fashioned family fun and visiting. 825 Middlefield Drive, Petaluma
  Fee: Free admiss;car show reg $30,$40 day of Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM Phone Number: 707 763 2454

• TBA -- Topel Tasting Room Anniversary Party
  Celebration: It’s our fourth birthday, and you’re invited to the party. We’ll have tasty appetizers to pair with our delicious wines (complimentary tastes this day only) and live jazz by 3 Guys Named Mo. Special sale pricing on case purchases, plus hourly prize drawings and a chance to win a year long membership in Club Topel. 125 Matheson St., Healdsburg
  Fee: Free Time: 12:00pm Phone Number: 707-433-4116

• TBA -- Festa Italiana
  Festival: The Festival is sponsored by the North Bay Italian Cultural Foundation to benefit scholarships for Sonoma County students and Italian Cultural Programs. Bring the family for a fun-filled day of good food, folk music & dancing, auto show, silent auction, face-painting, travel programs, shopping, cooking demonstrations, bocce, and much more. Veterans Memorial Building, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: $6 Advance/$10 At the Door/Under 12 Free Time: 11:00am-6:00pm Phone Number: 707-591-9696

• TBA -- Old Grove Festival
  Festival, Benefit: The performances take place in the Redwood Theater, which consists of rows upon rows of wooden benches and of course is surrounded by large redwoods. Snacks and drinks are available at the back of the theater, however it is OK to pack a picnic and bring it in as long as you pack it out. A truly unique, relaxing, and fun, one of a kind experience. 17020 Armstrong Woods Road, Guerneville CA
  Fee: $10-$40 Time: 4:00pm Phone Number: 707.869.9177

• TBA -- Halloween and Vine
  Exhibition: Held in the heart of historic Petaluma. Artisans will gather, show and sell their spirited one-of-a-kind Halloween art to the public. Come and see the creative spirits that will leave you spellbound. It's the best Halloween show in the West! Hermann Sons Hall, 860 Western Avenue, Petaluma
  Fee: $5 Time: 9:00am - 2pm Phone Number: (707) 795.0462

• TBA -- Petaluma Downtown Fall Antique Faire
  Antiques: Antique and collectible lovers throughout the Bay Area are welcome to come, browse and shop. The show has a nice variety of estate jewelry, linens, furniture, art, kitchenware, vintage décor, books and all kinds of unusual collectables to suit everyone's budget. Don't forget to partake in the Mason's incredible breakfast in beautiful dining room of the Masons building during the morning of the show for just $8, a rare and special treat! All proceeds benefit the Petaluma Downtown Association for future shows. Downtown Petaluma
  Fee: Free Time: 8:00am - 4:00pm Phone Number: (707) 762.9348

• TBA -- Sebastopol Cajun-Zydeco Festival
  Festival: Authentic Cajun food, legendary Zydeco music and dancing under the redwoods! Mark St. Mary, Delta Blues, Zydedco Band, Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic, and much more! Live Crawfish, Gator Sausage, Gumbo, Crawfish Etouffee, BBQ chicken & Oysters, Hurricanes, Margaritas, Oyster Shooters, wine and beer. Ives Park, 7400 Willow Street, Sebastopol CA
  Fee: $25 admission/Kids under 12 Free Time: 11:30am - 7:30pm Phone Number: 707-823-3971

• TBA -- Chateau St. Jean's Labor Day New Release Weekend
  Celebration: Harvest is in the air, and Labor Day Weekend is the perfect time to come and visit us. We will be featuring food tastings, vineyard tours, and an art exhibit. We will also be featuring the newly released 2009 Pinot Noir Durell Vineyard, one of our most highly-anticipated releases of the year! No reservations required, pay at the door. 8555 Sonoma Hwy., Kenwood, CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: (707) 833.4134

• TBA -- Polo In the Wine Country
  Celebration, Benefit: Enjoy an afternoon at the annual Junior Achievement fundraiser, Polo In the Wine Country! Featuring two polo matches, unlimited premium wine and beer tastings from over 13 different wineries, live jazz, classic cars, delicious food and a gourmet dessert bar. Wine Country Polo Club at Oakmont, 550 White Oak Drive, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm Phone Number: 707-888-5765

• TBA -- Healdsburg Soroptimist Beer in the Plaza
  Celebration, Benefit: This afternoon event features beer from more than 30 breweries, live music by the Soulshine Blues Band, food, a silent auction, and a raffle. All proceeds go toward Healdsburg area community service projects. Downtown Plaza, Healdsburg CA
  Fee: $20 Time: 3:00pm - 7:00pm Phone Number: 707-433-8093

• TBA -- Art in the Park
  Exhibition, Benefit: Don't miss out on the largest event of the year. Both members and non-members will be able to display their work, as room permits. Donations from sales at this event provide scholarships for local art students. Held in Petaluma's beautiful Walnut Park, 201 Fourth Street, Petaluma CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: 707.762.2978

• TBA -- Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Ranch
  Wine & Food Education: Kate MacMurray invites you to enjoy an afternoon of informative and entertaining wine seminars, lively cooking demonstrations and so much more make for an enchanting afternoon enjoying the best of Sonoma County living. 9015 Westside Road, Healdsburg, CA 95448
  Fee: $195 Grand Reserve/ $150 General Admission Time: 11:00am-4:00pm Phone Number: 888-668-7729

• TBA -- Fashion in the Vineyards
  Benefit: Annual Fashion in the Vineyards fashion Show benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Sonoma Valley. Fashion in the Vineyards is one special event! Glamorous models strut their stuff on the elevated catwalk wearing the latest elegant fashions. Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, 100 Boyes Blvd, Sonoma CA
  Fee: $125 Time: 11:00am Phone Number: 707-938-8544 x106

• TBA -- Katmandu Festival
  Festival: The scene is laid back and peaceful as festival goers mill about the marketplace and food selections. There is a small stage for performances. Grab something to eat and kick back while you enjoy the alternative style entertainment. Various people are practicing body work, yoga and alternative healing methods. And of course since it is a Sonoma event there is a nice wine bar. Veterans Memorial Hall, 126 1st Street West, Sonoma
  Fee: $10 adults / Kids under 12 free / $35 Sat banquet Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: (707) 938-1807

• TBA -- Healdsburg ARTS Festival
  Festival: This event will include fine art & craft, live music, food, wine, a children's art zone, and face painting. Don't miss out! Downtown Healdsburg, on the Plaza.
  Fee: Free Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Phone Number: 707-431-1970

• TBA -- EarleFest Americana Festival
  Festival, Live Music: EarleFest features a stellar lineup of national and regional Americana musicians: Rodney Crowell, Carolyn Wonderland, Poor Man's Whiskey, David Luning Band! A delightful array of Sonoma County edibles, beer and wine. Dynamite Silent Auction. Bring the family to celebrate Americana and the musical heritage of Earle Baum at the EarleFest 2012! Gates open at 11am. 4539 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $25 Advance / $30 Day of Time: 11:00am - 6:00pm Phone Number: 707-523-3222

• TBA -- Beer in the Plaza
  Celebration, Benefit: Beer in the Plaza festival with over 30 microbreweries offering specialty beers, food, live music by the Soulshine Blues Band. Tickets available at Bear Republic and Copperfield's Bookstore in Healdsburg and at the gate. Proceeds benefit Soroptimist community service programs.
  Fee: $20 Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Phone Number: 707-480-8864

• TBA -- Tour de Fuzz
  Recreation: Tour de Fuzz is the best bike ride of the year. We'll be offering three, count 'em three, ride distances: Enthusiast, Roadie, and Commando -- that's 50K (34 miles), 100K (62 miles), and 100 miles to you. And it all takes place in the beautiful rolling wine country hills of Sonoma County. Full SAG, terrific rest stops, fabulous post-ride BBQ, music, swag bags, pool, showers, and the nicest people this side of the yellow tape. Visit us online for more information.
  Fee: $55, $65, $75 Time: 7:30am Phone Number: 707-538-8133

• TBA -- Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction
  Auction: It's a fantastic feast for the senses filled with world-class wines, culinary marvels and show stopping spectacles – a wondrous combination of Wine Country elegance and South Asian decadence that promises to be an unforgettable experience. Chateau St. Jean 8555 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood CA 95452
  Fee: $500 Time: 1pm-7pm Phone Number: 707-833-4134

• TBA -- 2012 Sonoma Valley CRUSH
  Wine Education: Join us for our 2012 Sonoma Valley CRUSH and experience harvest, hands-on. The 'CRUSH Weekend Wine Tasting Pass' is $35 per person and gives you access to harvest activities and wine tastings at select tasting rooms the weekend of September 29th & 30th from 11am - 4pm each day.
  Fee: $35 Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm Phone Number: 707-479-9979

• TBA -- The Wedding Expo at Wells Fargo Center
  Fair: Come savor wine country's finest wines (complementary with admission—must be 21 or over); see the latest in bridal fashion in the fashion centers; sample fine cuisine, lavish hors d' oeuvres, delectable cakes and decadent desserts. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $15 door, $12 online Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm Phone Number: 707-546-3600

• TBA -- Sonoma County Book Festival
  Festival: Join us at Santa Rosa's Courthouse Square for a free,celebration of literacy and the literary arts. Thousands of book lovers return every year for a full day of fun under our welcoming white tents. Our rich programs present nationally acclaimed and locally treasured authors, who inspire and entertain festival attendees of all ages.
  Fee: Free Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm Phone Number: (707) 537.8784

• TBA -- Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
  Auction, Benefit: The annual Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Weekend, combining the best of the Sonoma County Showcase of Wine and Food and the Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction, features more than 200 wineries and chefs over three days of fabulous winemaker lunches and dinners, winery BBQs, grand tasting, and the most fun you'll ever have at a wine auction.
  Fee: Varies Time: Varies Phone Number: 800-939-7666