Events for Friday-Sunday, April 15-17, 2011

FRIDAY 4/15/11

Winemaker's Dinner in the Aging Caves at Kunde Family Estate

Dine with Winemaker Tim Bell and Assistant Winemaker Russ Fish for an elegant feast in our Aging Caves. Each course will be specifically paired with a selected Kunde Family Estate wine, including our unreleased 2008 Meritage 202. Call for reservations.

Place: Kunde Estate, 9825 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood CA Fee: $100 Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 282.1532 Web: www.kunde.com

FRIDAY & SATURDAY 4/15/11-4/17/11

TheaterSports

This April we're inviting some of the best improv talent in the area to play Theatresports™ with us over the course of four evenings. In Theatresports™, two improv teams compete in a series of challenge rounds incorporating audience suggestions to delight the audience and win points from judges. Each night will be judged by a panel of distinguished community leaders.  Theatresports™ combines the thrill of a sports match with the hilarious fun of comedy improv.  Come as often as you can!  Each night will be an exciting and unique comedy experience! 6th Street Improv vs. World's Biggest Comedy Duo

Place: 6^th Street Improv Studio Time: 8pm Fee: $14 Web: www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

SATURDAY 4/16/11

Petaluma's Butter & Egg Days Parade

Celebration of Petaluma's agricultural heritage including the downtown parade at noon, which traditionally features more than 2,000 people and travels 12 blocks through Historic Downtown. Sponsored by the Petaluma Downtown Association.

Place: Downtown Petaluma Fee: Free Time: 10a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348 Web: www.petalumadowntown.com

Earth Day Fair

This event will celebrate the 41st anniversary of Earth Day as well as inspire awareness and protection of our environment. All are invited to come downtown and enjoy food, music, eco-friendly crafts and activities for kids, volunteer opportunities, local vendors, and environmental organizations.

Place: Courthouse Square, downtown Santa Rosa Fee: Free Time: 11 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 543.3200

SATURDAY 4/16/11

The Whiskey Class @ h2hotel

Spirits Education: With Scott Beattie and Jack Mitchell of Jack and Tony's whiskey bar. The class will focus on knowing the differences between the different types of popular whisk(e)y. Jack will share his extensive knowledge and answer any and all whiskey-related questions as well as give tips on how to build a collection at home.

Place: H2Hotel, 219 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, CA Fee: $50 Time: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7222 Web: www.h2hotel.com

Wizzard of Oz at the Wells Fargo Center

Follow the Yellow Brick Road as you join in Dorothy’s adventures “over the rainbow” with the Tinman, Scarecrow, Lion and of course, the Wizard himself. Meet old friends and new in this wonderful fun-filled musical. Join us for Free Fun with Art one hour before every performance! Meet the performers face-to-face!

Place: Wells Fargo Center, 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA

Fee: $14 adult, $10 child Time: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600 Web: www.wellsfargocenterarts.org

SATURDAY & SUNDAY 4/16/11-4/17/11

Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival

The 65th Annual Apple Blossom Parade is a delight for the entire family. Everything from school marching bands to dachshunds in costume will delight the youngest to the oldest. Sebastopol comes alive as the flower-adorned floats, high-stepping horses, march proudly down Main Street.

Place: Downtown Sebastopol and Festival at Ives Park/Sebastopol Veterans Memorial Bldg, 282 High St., Sebastopol. Fee: $10 general admission Time: Parade: Sat. 10 a.m Festival 1am. - 6 pm; Sun. 10am - 5pm Phone Number: (877) 828.4748 Web: www.sebastopol.org

SUNDAY 4/17/11

Celebrate Earth Day with Green Valley

Ted Turner will be the keynote speaker at the fifth annual Celebrate Earth Day with Green Valley awareness and fundraising event held at Iron Horse Vineyards. There will be a walk around food and wine tasting, showcasing the spring releases from Green Valley.

Place: Iron Horse Winery, 9786 Ross Station Rd, Sebastopol, CA Fee: $65 Time: Call for information Phone Number: 707) 887.1507 Web: www.ironhorsevineyard.com

Chardonnay and Croquet at Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards

Please come join us for a relaxing game of croquet followed by a gourmet box lunch paired with our world class Chardonnay on our terrace. If you are looking for a unique, different and fun experience in the wine country, this is it! Call for reservations as space is limited to a maximum of 16 guests per Sunday. Be sure to wear your Whites!

Place: Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards, 4401 Slusser Road, Windsor CA Fee: $25/$20 Wine Club Members Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 237.3489 Web: www.sonomacutrer.com

Earth Day on Windsor Town Green

Live music, Sonoma County Bird Rescue Bird Show, Children's games and crafts, free valet bicycle parking, Spring produce and food at Windsor Farmers Market. Sponsored by Windsor Refuse & Recycling and Windsor Farmers Market

Place: Windsor Town Green Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.1260

Half marathon, 5 K Race

Come join us on a half a marathon 5 K Race up at Annadel State Park and then follow up the race with our 40th anniversary celebration.

Place: Spring Lake Park located from the Violetti Road entrance. Santa Rosa, CA

Fee: $7 parking fee Time: 8:00am - 10:00am Phone Number: 707-565-2041

Events for Friday-Weds, April 8-13th, 2011

FRIDAY

Family Expo

Time: 3:30-8p.m. Place: Wells Fargo Arts Center  Fee: Free!

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY

Analy Theater Arts presents: Camelot

Camelot, the timeless musical, celebrates the legend of King Arthur, Guenevere, Lancelot & the Knights of the Round Table. Winner of 4 Tony Awards, this classic Lerner & Lowe musical comes back to life with the talented cast of Analy High School’s award-winning Arts Program.

Place: Analy Theater, 6950 Analy Ave., Sebastopol.

Time:  7:30pm. Cost: $10/General, $5/Students & seniors. Tickets are available through brownpapertickets.com, by phone @: 800-838-3006, or at the door.

SATURDAY

Petaluma Mothers' Club Egg Hunt

The PMC invites families with children 7yrs or younger to join in their Annual Egg Hunt at McNear Park in Petaluma. Hop on over for a festive morning to include the seasonal Egg Hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny, face painting, an activity table and a bake sale.

Place: McNear Park, Petaluma Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 778.6494

SAT THRU 17TH

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella

Saint John Catholic School is proud to present Rodger’s & Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Talented students from grades 4th thru 8th will bring this show to life.

Place: Raven Theater in Healdsburg, California.

Fee: $12 adults, $5 children under 10 Time: Friday/Saturday 7 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-433-2758

SATURDAY

Spring Lobster Boil

Join us for our annual Spring Lobster Boil. Wine and cheese begins at 6:30 pm. Dinner begins at 7:30 pm.

Place: Nicholson Ranch, 4200 Napa Road, Sonoma, CA

Fee: $120, $95 wine club members Time: Wine & cheese at 6:30, Dinner at 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.8822 x15

Diamonds to Denim Dinner Dance

Montgomery High School Boosters Dinner Dance and Auction! Enjoy a catered dinner, live entertainment, beer & wine garden, live and silent auction all with a Western Flair! Supporting Montgomery Boosters – Helping to keep High School Sports Alive!

Place: Becker Center, 2323 Montgomery Dr., Santa Rosa.

Fee: $65 ppTime: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 495.0719

Barn Dance

Old-fashioned barn dance and dinner to Benefit Heifer International, Early reservations encouraged. Children 12 and older with parents are welcome.

Place: Green String Farm, 3571 Adobe Road, Petaluma.  Fee: $25

Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Contact: (707) 255.3388,

Email: heifersonoma@gmail.com

CASA's Hearts for Children Fundraiser

CASA of Sonoma County, a non-profit serving abused/neglected children, is having its annual fundraiser "Hearts for Children". Mardi-Gras-themed Dinner, Dance, Live & Silent Auctions;

Location: Flamingo Hotel, Santa Rosa; Time: 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Cost: $100/pp. Reservations required Phone Number: (707) 565.6375

Riedel Glass Seminar at Seghesio

Learn how the right wine glass makes all the difference, featuring Seghesio Wine and House Made Salumi! You'll receive a set of 4 Riedel Vinum XL glasses, a retail value of $125, to keep and enjoy with Seghesio wines for years to come! Please call for reservations.

Place: Seghesio Winery, 14730 Grove Street, Healdsburg CA

Fee: $80/$65 Centennial Club Members Time: Seminar Sessions at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.3579

SUNDAY

How the West Was Wine

Celebration, Wine Education: West Sonoma County Wineries is hosting an open house event giving you an all access pass to some of the finest wines in West Sonoma County! All of our family-owned, small production wineries will be pouring award-winning wines, serving some hearty western bites and have some great wine deals!

Fee: $25 - sold at the door only Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 568.2455 Web: westsonomacountywineries.com

Stand by Your Man: The Tammy Wynette Story

Cinnabar Theater in association with Heritage Music Theatre presents "Stand By Your Man: The Tammy Wynette Story" by Mark St. Germain

A co-production with Heritage Music Theatre. With comic flare & dramatic impact "Stand by Your Man: The Tammy Wynette Story" recounts the triumphs & tragedies of country music star Tammy Wynette (known as the "First Lady of Country Music") as it explores her relationships with her 5 husbands (including George Jones); her daughters; her strong-willed mother; and two dear friends - colorful writer & producer Billy Sherrill & film star Burt Reynolds. The musical features over 25 of Wynette's hit songs including “D-I-V-O-R-C-E,” “Til I Can Make It on My Own” and “Golden Ring" as it follows her journey from the cotton fields of Mississippi to international stardom. Featuring Shannon Rider as Tammy Wynette, Jim Peterson as George Jones & Mollie Boice as MeeMaw.

Show runs through - April 17th, 2011. TICKETS: $20-$35

Cinnabar Theater- 3333 Petaluma, Blvd. North, Petaluma.

(707) 763-8920

The only tickets available are for April 16th

WEDNEDSAYS

Infineon Raceway Wednesday Night Drags

The Wednesday Night Drags are back. This program gives people a safe, legal & controlled environment in which to drag race their vehicles, as opposed to using city streets or back-county roads. Anyone with a driver’s license and a car that passes a simple technical inspection is invited to drag race on the world-famous Sonoma Valley drag strip; the same racing surface used by the world’s fastest drag racers. Practice runs begin @: 4pm with racing from 5-10pm.

(707) 933-3918

Pubs & Roses - Tonight, Friday, March 31st

Head downtown to raise money for the Luther Burbank Rose Parade while pub-crawling your way through Santa Rosa!

Times & Place: 6pm - Belvedere, 7pm Chrome Lotus, 8pm Stout Brothers, 9pm Christy's Fee: $10 wristbands at each location. Info: www.roseparadefestival.com

Events for Sat.-Thurs. April 2-7, 2011

SATURDAY, April 2nd

Pick of The Vine

Enjoy wine and food from over 50 Wine Road-Northern Sonoma County Wineries and Sonoma County Restaurants and Caterers. Fabulous food and wine, live music, and a live and silent auction. Auction items include collector wines, winemaker's dinner, original art, gift baskets, gift certificates and much more.

Place: Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building 1351 Maple Ave., Santa Rosa, CA

Fee: $55 advance, $60 door Time: 6pm - 8:30pm Phone Number: (707) 526.4108

Trashion Fashion

Enjoy a juried fashion show featuring fantastic creations by California artists. It's presented by our friends at the Sonoma Community Center. Come by the Museum and see our Eco Chic show then go over  the Community Center to view the Trashion Fashion exhibit and see the Fashion show.

Place: Sonoma Community Center

276 East Napa Street, Sonoma CA Fee: Free  

Phone Number: (707) 938.4626

 

Live Music: Love Fool (90's & 80's party band)

Aqua Nett (hair metal band)

Rock music

Place: Last Day Saloon Fee: $5 before 10 PM / $10 after 10 PM • 21+ Time: 9:00 PM door • 9:30 PM show

 

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, April 2-3rd

Stayin’ Alive – The Bee Gees Tribute

The leading Bee Gees tribute band on tour today combines forces with the Santa Rosa Symphony for a unique re-creation of one of the top acts in music history! From traditional Bee Gees’ songs to the disco era, the authentic look and falsetto vocals of this Canadian production allow you to re-live those great memories of the ‘70s.

Place: Wells Fargo Center

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA

Fee: $32, $45, $56, $75 Time: Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

THURSDAY, April 7th

Ani DiFranco at the Wells Fargo Center

Ani DiFranco has established herself as one of the most influential and inspirational artists of her generation. She wears many hats including singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer. Her empowering spirit is evident through her songs that tackle barbed political and sexual issues with uncommon insight and compassion.

Place: Wells Fargo Center

50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA

Fee: $45 Time: 8 p.m.  

Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

Wine Country Chefs of Tomorrow

Food....the Most Important Thing in the World! A benefit for Sonoma County High School Culinary Art Programs. The event includes an appetizer reception, dinner by John Ash Chef Thomas Schmidt and a silent and live auction. Participating schools are: Casa Grande, El Molino, Healdsburg, Maria Carrillo, Piner, Sonoma Valley and Windsor.

Place: Vintners Inn Event Center

4350 Barnes Road, Santa Rosa CA

Fee: $80 Time: 5:30 p.m.  

Phone Number: (707) 523.3728

Events for Friday-Monday, March 25-28, 2011

FRIDAY, March 25th

Battle Of The Brews

30 Breweries and adding more! Music: Love Fool & Pat Jordan Band. The proceeds of this event help support needy children in Santa Rosa through the Santa Rosa Active 20-30 Club. 

Place: Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa Fee: $40 Time: 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 456.7672

SUE'S NOTE: One of the funnest events going in Santa Rosa. We have plenty of wine here in Sonoma County, but we also have many breweries making amazing beers! This is your chance to taste them all! Follow it up with live music and dancing and knowing that while you are having all this fun, you are helping underprivileged children in Sonoma County! Cheers to that!

FRIDAY - MONDAY, March 25-28th

Artisan Cheese Festival

California's Artisan Cheese Festival is a 4-day weekend celebration of handcrafted cheeses, food, wines and beers from California and beyond. Educational seminars, a five-course Artisan Gala Dinner and a festive Sunday Marketplace offer consumers the opportunity to learn about and enjoy fine artisan cheeses.

Place: Sheraton Sonoma County – Petaluma Fee: Call for information and reservations Time: Varies Phone Number: (707) 283.2890

SUE'S NOTE: If I ever had a weakness, it is most certainly cheese (and wine)! Fabulous cheeses from throughout California, some you have probably never even heard of before! I am sorry to those lactose intolerant folks!

SATURDAY, March 26th

Bodega Fire-Polenta and Beef Stew Dinner

The Bodega Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a dinner fundraiser. Polenta served with Beef Stew, cheese, salad and a roll. Drinks and desserts will be available. Tickets at the door. All proceeds benefit building of the new fire station.

Place: Bodega Volunteer Fire Station. 17184 Bodega Hwy, Bodega CA

Fee: $12 Adult/$7 Children Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 876.9438

SUE'S NOTE: Kudos to the Bodega Fire Department! You may notice they have these types of events often and for very good reason. They are financing a new fire station in downtown Bodega which is almost complete! If you ever visit the area, you could need the assistance of the fire department at some point, so please support their efforts!

Yoga Flow & Vino

To celebrate Girlfriend’s Getaway Month, join instructor Jamie Kennedy to experience a 75-min yoga class and a full tasting of our award-winning wines while watching the sun set behind the majestic mountains of the Valley of the Moon.

Place: Kunde Family Estate, 9825 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood CA Fee: $25 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 282.1534

SUE'S NOTE: Well, I'm not sure about this pairing, but since it involves wine, I say it's worth a try! Perhaps they are onto a new trend!

Carnival of Venice Party

The Carnival of Venice is an annual festival, held in Venice, Italy. The Carnival starts around two weeks before Ash Wednesday and ends on Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras, the day before Ash Wednesday. We hope that you come and share in the celebration! Bring your mask or you can make your own that day.

Place: Viansa Winery & Marketplace, 25200 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA Fee: $30 for members and $45 non members Time: 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 935.4717

SUE'S NOTE: If you can't make it to Italy, this is the next best thing. Viansa is an amazingly beautiful winery to visit. You will feel as if you really are in Italy!

NHRA Tour de Charity

NHRA drag racing fans have the opportunity to battle on the Infineon Raceway kart track with racers from the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series at the 8th annual NHRA Tour de Charity. Infineon Raceway will host the charitable event, with all proceeds benefiting Speedway Children's Charities.

Place: Infineon Raceway, Highways 37 & 121 Sonoma, CA Fee: Call for information and reservations Time: Call for information and reservations Phone Number: (707) 933.3950

SUE'S NOTE: I have ridden the karts at Infineon and what a rush that is! 40 miles an hour, just 3 inches off the ground. I am convinced I was a race car driver in another life! This is your chance to try it out! You won't be disappointed!

SUNDAY, March 27th

Symphony of Food, Wine and Art

Symphony of Food, Wine and Art, presented by the Santa Rosa Symphony League. Benefits Santa Rosa Symphony's music education programs for Sonoma County children.

Place: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa.  Fee: $35 in advance, $40 at the door Time: 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.8742

SUE'S NOTE: Keeping music in kids lives is very important! By attending, you are helping Sonoma County kids stay in touch with learning about music and playing musical instruments. Key words for this event: "Food" and "Wine".....buy a ticket!

Sonoma County Events for Friday-Thursday, March18-24, 2011

Friday – Sunday, March 18-20, 2011

Spring Home & Garden Show / Boat, RV & Sport Show

Over 500 exhibits in 7 buildings and acres of outdoor space filled with every product and service to turn your home and garden into a showplace. Plus select that perfect boat or RV for great family fun this year.

Place: Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa

Fee: Adults $7; 12 & under Free; Seniors $4 Fri. only Time: Fri. 1 - 8 pm; Sat. 10 am - 7 pm; Sun. 10 am - 6 pm Phone Number: (800) 655.0655 Web: www.sonomacountyfair.com

Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival

Independent documentary films and filmmakers are coming to Sonoma County for the Annual Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival. The Sebastopol Center for the Arts presents the festival, which brings 58 films from 21 countries to seven Sebastopol venues.

Place: Various Sebastopol venues Fee: $10-$20 per film Time: Varies Phone Number: (707) 829.4797 Web: www.sebastopolfilmfestival.org

Friday & Saturday, March 18 & 19, 2011

Celebration of Pigs and Pinot

The celebratory weekend offers a series of intimate dining and educational events hosted by Chef Palmer. A cast of Master Sommeliers and international celebrity chefs will showcase some of the world's greatest Pinots with perfect pork pairings. Proceeds from this event will benefit Share Our Strength.

Place: Hotel Headsburg, 25 Matheson St., Healdsburg Fee: Varies by event Time: Varies by event Phone Number: (800) 889.7188 Web: www.hotelhealdsburg.com/pigsandpinot/

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Rum, Rum History, and Rum Cocktails at h2hotel

Many of the worlds famous cocktails are rum-based and entire bars are devoted to making just tiki-style potions. Dominic Venegas is one of the Bay Area's most experienced and knowledgeable bartenders & will be bringing some fantastic recipes for everyone to test out including the classic Mai Tai, the Millionaire, and more.

Place: H2Hotel, 219 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, CA Fee: $50, reservations required Time: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7222 Web: www.h2hotel.com

Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20, 2011

Annual Savor Sonoma Valley

Join over 20 Wineries as they showcase 2010 vintage wines straight from the barrels, sample new releases, and offer wines paired with culinary creations. Meet winemakers, mingle behind-the- scenes, peruse art from local artists and listen to live music.

Place: Kenwood and Glen Ellen in Sonoma Valley, CA Fee: Weekend: $55, Designated Driver $20 Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 794.9463 Web: www.heartofsonomavalley.com

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Compass Box Whisky Educational Seminar

Travero's Compass Box Whisky Tasting with U.S. Brand Ambassador Robin Robinson. Join us in tasting these spectacular whiskies!

Place: Hyatt Vineyard Creek Hotel, Santa Rosa, 170 Railroad Street, Santa Rosa, CA

Fee: $50, $35 Wine Club Members Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 542.2530 Web: www.traversos.com

Sonoma County Events for Friday-Tuesday, March 11-15, 2011

Spring has officially sprung! Barrel Tasting Weekend, Spring Plays and St. Patty's Day. I encourage you to take in a spring play showing at your local elementary and high schools. These kids work so hard and do a phenomenal job performing well-known plays on stage. Support theater arts in Sonoma County!

 

FRIDAY March 11, 2011

Improvised Musical

Tonight audience members take on the role of "producers" when they decide which improvised song will become the inspiration for an entire musical! Everything, absolutely everything, will be made up on the spot! What will the musical be about? Will it have a chance of making it to Broadway? You'll have to be there to find out! Accompaniment by the fabulous Win Meyerson who played for "Who's Line Is It, Anyway?" on television.

Time: 8pm Place: 6th Street Playhouse,
52 W. 6th St., Santa Rosa near Railroad Square Phone: 523-4185 Tickets: $14  
Web: www.6thstreetplayhouse.com

 

Live Music - ADD/C (AC/DC tribute band), Simoom, Yeibichai

Rock music

Place: Last Day Saloon Time: 9:00 PM door • 9:30 PM show Fee: $8 advance / $10 day of show • 21+ buy tickets online, Last Day Saloon & Last Record Store Web: www.lastdaysaloon.com

 

FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY March 11-13, 2011

Wine Road Barrel Tasting

Members of Wine Road Northern Sonoma County, would like to welcome you to our wineries for an exciting weekend of wine tasting. This is your chance to sample wines from the barrel, talk to winemakers, purchase futures and explore the beautiful valleys.

Place: Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys Fee: $30 At the Door  
Time: 11a.m.-4p.m. Phone: (800) 723.6336 Web: www.wineroad.com

Live Theater - Alice in Wonderland

Come and see the wonder of Wonderland! Forestville School presents Alice In Wonderland March 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20. Wonderful singing & dancing, amazing scenery & costumes! Forestville School's Drama Program is a Jack London Award winner for Educational Excellence.

Place: Forestville School, 6321 Highway 116, Forestville Fee: $5-$7. Time: 7pm Fridays & Saturdays, Sunday performances at 2pm

FRIDAY & SATURDAY March 11-12, 2011

Santa Rosa Fishing Tackle,Duck Decoy Show

The largest show of its kind in the West, Buy-Sell-Trade-Appraisals, old, new, used fishing tackle, rods, reels, lures, Duck decoys, duckcalls, art, knives, books.

Fee: $5 - free parking  Phone: (707) 888.7935 Place: Santa Rosa Vet’s Building Time: Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday, 8:00AM - 3:00PM Web: www.redsshow.com

Live Theater - Anything Goes - Maria Carrillo H.S.

The Maria Carrillo High School Musical Production of Cole Porter's "Anything Goes" opened to rave reviews last Thursday night! For a great night of entertainment, catch the music of Cole Porter in "Anything Goes"!

Time: 7pm Place: Maria Carrillo Theater,
Maria Carrillo High School, 6975 Montecito Boulevard, Santa Rosa Fee: $12/Adults, $9/Seniors & kids Phone: (707) 528-5790

SATURDAY March 12, 2011

Sonoma County Bluegrass & Folk Festival

Annual festival features six bands, workshops, jamming and more! Some of the best in local Bluegrass & Folk music.

Bring your instruments!

Place: Sebastopol Community Center,
390 Morris Street, Sebastopol CA Fee: $28 Advance/$33 At the Door. Children 12 and under free with paying adult. Time: 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone: (707) 829.8012

 

Live Music: The Jug Dealers, The Jugtown Pirates, Misner and Smith, Homebrew

Folk Music

Place: Last Day Saloon, Santa Rosa Time: 7:00 PM door • 7:30 PM show Fee: $8 advance / $10 day of show • 21+ buy tickets online, Last Day Saloon www.lastdaysaloon.com  & Last Record Store

Zinfandel & Chocolate

Everyone is invited to stop by and taste the 2009 Guiseppe & Luisa AND the 2008 Vellutini Ranch Zinfandels w/ Peters' Chocolates from Sebastopol.

Place: Martinelli Winery, 3360 River Rd., Windsor Time:10am-4pm Phone: 800-346-1627 Web: www.martinelliwinery.com

TUESDAY March 15, 2011

An Irish Hooley at the Wells Fargo Center

Performing Arts: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music, song, dance and irresistible merriment from the Emerald Isle. An Irish Hooley (“boisterous party”) celebrates this incredible inheritance with fiddles, uilleann pipes, whistles, flutes, Irish harp, bodhráns, storytelling, singing and the brilliance of Irish dance.

Place: Wells Fargo Center, 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA Fee: $25, $35 Time: 8 p.m. Phone: (707) 546.3600 Web: www.wellsfargocenterarts.org