Tuesday, June 14, 2011


Friday, June 17
Wine and Cartooning
Experience a unique pairing of beer and wine tasting and cartoon lessons for adults with cartoonist Joe Wos. Must be at least 21 years to attend, Reservations required.

Place: Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa Fee: $15.00 for members, $20.00 non-members Time: 6:30PM Phone Number: 707-284-1263 Web: schulzmuseum.org

Saturday & Sunday, June 18 - 19
Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic
Bring the whole family to Keiser Park in Windsor for two days of beautiful hot air balloons, food, crafts, balloon rides and fun.

Place: Keiser Park, 700 Windsor River Road, Windsor
Fee: $5 Advance/$8 Gate/$5 Ages 6-12/Under 6 free Time: 5 a.m. - 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 837.1884  Web: schabc.org

Saturday, June 18
Lobster Feed at Kunde Family Estate
Join Kunde family members Marcia & Jim Mickelson for our 3rd Annual Lobster Feed on our stunning Vineyard Terrace.

Place: Kunde Winery, 9825 Sonoma Hwy. Kenwood, CA 95452
Fee: $85 pp Time: 5pm-8pm Phone Number: 707-282-1534 Web: kunde.com

Saturday, June 18
Pinot & Pizza
J Winery teams up with Andrea Mugnaini to feature one of the Russian River Valley locals’ favorite wine and food pairings: pinot and pizza.

Place: J Winery, 11447 Old Redwood Highway, Healdsburg, CA 95448
Fee: $25, $15 for Club J members Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-594-6326 Web: jwine.com



Saturday, June 18
Cotati Jazz Festival
Share an afternoon and evening of Music, Art, Food & Fun with your family! Jazz ensembles will be playing all over downtown Cotati.
Place: Downtown Cotati – Various locations Fee: Free Time: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 795.5508 Web: cotatijazz.com

Sunday, June 19
Father's Day with WSCW
In a special Wine Country Toast to Dads, "The West Sonoma County Wineries" will be offering complimentary wine tastings to all Dads, along with small bites to enjoy at each winery, and special discounts on wine purchases! See website for details. Graton Ridge Cellars will be offering sausages with a selection of dipping sauces!

Place: Various - West Sonoma County Wineries
Fee: Complimentary Wine Tasting for Dads! Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 887-3344 Web: westsonomacountywineries.com

Sunday, June 19
Father's Day Annual Car Show
Talk "shop" with car owners or take the opportunity to "show & shine" your vehicle. Drinks, Food, Music Entertainment & Raffle Contest. All proceeds go to the MSA & ECA scholarship programs.

Place: Juilliard Park, Santa Rosa, CA Fee: $25 - $30 Car Registration / Free Spectator Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.5500

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Events for Friday-Sunday, June 10-12, 2011


Friday – Sunday June  10 - 12 
Healdsburg Jazz Festival
The lineup features the stars and influences of Brazilian jazz, welcomes new names and faces, and throws the spotlight on local talent and living legends. As always, the best talent in jazz today plays in venues from winery tasting rooms to open-air greens, historic theaters to hotel lobbies. Call for tickets.

Fee: Varies Time: Varies Phone Number: (707) 433.4644

Saturday & Sunday June 11 - 12 
Art at the Source Open Studios
Discover Art. Discover the Artists. Over 125 artists in West Sonoma County open their studios to the public. AATS is sponsored by Sebastopol Center for the Arts. Meet painters, sculptors, photographers, potters, jewelers, fiber and glass artists in their studios.

Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 829.4797

Friday – Sunday June 9 - 12 
Peggy Sue's All-American Cruise
Join us for the Annual Peggy Sue's All-American Cruise, a car show in beautiful Sonoma County. With 800 Cars, live entertainment, cruise Downtown, Chili Cook-off, beer & wine tasting, golf tournament, vendors and more. Supporting local youth charities and community matters -safe school ambassador. A Place to Play Youth Park, 2375 West 3rd Street, Santa Rosa

Fee: $6 Adults Sat & Sun/Kids Free Time: Varies Phone Number: (707) 575.3267

Friday - Sunday June 10 - 12 
Annual Health and Harmony Festival
Featuring 500 vendors, four outdoor stages, nationally renowned speakers and musical acts with a focus on creating a healthy lifestyle and environmental sustainability. An all-ages multicultural, multi-sensory experience that brings out participation, dancing, laughter and learning in all who attend. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd., Santa Rosa, CA.

Fee: Call for information Time: Varies - Call for Schedule Phone Number: (707) 861.2035

Saturday & Sunday June 11 - 12 
Forestville Youth Park BBQ and Parade
 Postponed due to rain and back this weekend! The Forestville Youth Park presents its annual Parade and BBQ. Enjoy BBQ, Live Bands, Beer and Wine, Art and Craft vendors, and a huge carnival with more rides than ever before! Free admission. Sorry no coolers or pets will be allowed.

Fee: Free Time: Saturday: 11am to 10pm Sunday: 11am to 8pm Phone Number: (707) 887.9841

Sunday  June 12 
Freestone Vineyards-Oysters & Chardonnay
Freestone Vineyards is teaming up with Hog Island Oysters to bring you the best of what the Sonoma Coast has to offer. This event requires advanced reservations. 707-874-1010 or bschneider@freestonevineyards.com

Fee: Call for information Time: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 874.1010

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Events for Friday-Sunday, May 27-29, 2011


Friday May 27, 2011
Nashville artist Josh Gracin in concert!
Nashville artist Josh Gracin in concert at Kodiak Jacks in Petaluma! You can purchase Meet & Greet and General Admission tickets at www.kodiakjacks.com. This is an 18 and over concert!

Place: Kodiak Jacks Honky Tonk & Restaurant 256 Petaluma Blvd North Petaluma, CA 94952
Fee: $30 in advance $35 at the door Time: 8pm Brodie Stewart Band opening Phone Number: 707-765-5760

Paella Party at Relish Culinary Adventures
Relish Culinary Adventures is thrilled to welcome back the charming "Paella Guy" chef Gerard Nebesky to lead an inspired Paella class where guests will make three delicious paellas, including his famous Paella Mixta that won the Throwdown with Bobby Flay. Visit us online for more information.

Place: Relish Culinary, 14 Matheson Street, Healdsburg CA
Fee: $96 Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: 707-431-9999

Healdsburg Barn Dance
Join the Active 20-30 Club of Healdsburg as we re-launch the Annual Healdsburg Barn Dance in partnership with the Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair. Trione Winery will be hosting this year's event as guests enjoy Trione Wines, food, beer, and live music.

Place: Trione Winery, 19550 Geyserville Ave., Geyserville, CA 95441
Fee: $20 in advance, $30 at the door Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-217-3438

Saturday & Sunday, May 28-29, 2011
Tippi Hedren Appearance & Autographing
Tippi Hedren, star of Alfred Hitchcock's film classic, "The Birds", will be appearing at The Tides Wharf in Bodega Bay Memorial Day weekend. Photos will be available for autographing. "The Birds" DVD and souvenir tees will also be available for purchase.

Place: The Inn at the Tides, 800 Hwy One, Bodega Bay CA
Fee: Autographing Fee Applies Time: Sat 10am-5pm/Sun 11am-5pm Phone Number: 707-875-3652

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

Place: UCD, Bodega Marine Laboratory, Bodega Bay, CA
Fee: See description Time: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 827.3332

Saturday May 28, 2011
Lobster Lunch
Join us for a Lobster Lunch at James Family Cellars vineyard.

Place: Cellars of Sonoma, 133 4th Street Santa Rosa, CA
Fee: Call for information & reservations Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-578-1826

Sunday, May 29, 2011
Oysterpalooza
Celebrate the bivalve! Seven amazing bands on two stages, BBQ oysters, Fried Oyster Po Boys, Red Beans & Rice, Spicy Crayfish, BBQ Brisket, Lagunitas Beers on Draught, Local Wines, Hurricanes and much more! Musical performances by Alison Harris, Way To Go Joes, David Luning, Mr. December, Rose Logue, Ash Reiter and Crazy Famous! Percentage of proceeds to benefit a local non-profit voted by our diners. Stop in to place your vote.

Place: Rocker Oysterfeller's Kitchen + Saloon, 14415 Hwy One, Valley Ford CA
Fee: $12 Time: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-876-1983

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Events for Friday-Sunday, May 20-22, 2011


FRIDAY, May 20, 2011
Wanda Sykes at the Wells Fargo Center
Wanda Sykes has been called "one of the funniest stand-up comics" by her peers and ranks among Entertainment Weekly’s 25 Funniest People in America. Emmy winning comedian Wanda Sykes brings her smart-witted stand up to Santa Rosa for her first Sonoma County performance!

Place: Wells Fargo Center, 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
Fee: $50, $65Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-546-3600

Opening Gala for Taste Alexander Valley
A very special evening at the spectacular Francis Ford Coppola Winery. This fabulous outdoor reception & gala will feature reserve wines from throughout Alexander Valley, exquisite passed hors d’oeuvres, a variety of tapas style small plates & live music. Experience world class wines, savor delicious cuisine & dance the evening away while mingling with Alexander Valley’s winemakers, winery principals & vineyard owners at this incredible newly renovated winery resort.

Place: Francis Ford Coppola Winery  Fee: $90 - Advance only (limited availability) / Opening Gala & Weekend Pass (package) $135 - Advance only (limited availability, $20 discount!) Time: 5-8:30pm Phone:  (888)463-0207.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, May 20-22, 2011
Sonoma Jazz + Festival
Friday - John Fogerty , Saturday = Sheryl Crow
Sunday = Gipsy Kings

Place: Downtown Sonoma Field of Dreams Fee: $60-$100 Phone: 888-512-SHOW (7469)



SATURDAY & SUNDAY, May 21-22, 2011
Taste Alexander Valley
Annual wine/food event hosted by Alexander Valley Winegrowers. Weekend kicks off Friday with an Opening Gala. On Sat/Sun, over 35 wineries host parties throughout the Valley, each featuring wine/food, entertainment and discounts.

Place: Wineries in Alexander Valley Phone Number: (888) 289.4637

Fee: Weekend Pass - $65 per person in advance, $75 at the door. Weekend Pass (designated driver) - $15 per person in advance, $20 at the door
Sunday Only $45 per person in advance, $55 at the door. Sunday Only (designated driver) $10 advance, $15 at the door.

SATURDAY , May 21, 2011
Tumor be Gone - An evening of Comedy, music and wine

Benefit for Kimbell Jackson

Comedy for a Cause presents"Tumor Be Gone!",an evening of Comedy, Music, and Wine to raise funds for Kim Jackson's battle against brain cancer.  Our extraordinary evening of comic talent will include 6th Street Improv, Slip Goose Monkey, World's Biggest Comedy Duo, Stand Up Comic Dave Pokorny, Emmy Award winning comic actor Rick Overton, Michael McShane (Who's Line Is It Anyway, Robin Hood, and many more), the amazing chanteuse Perla Batalla who has performed extensively with Leonard Cohen, comic cabaret duo Richard and Sandy Riccardi of local and YouTube fame, Lol Levy and Nancy Gold, and other special guests. All proceeds will be used to support Kimbell's fight against brain cancer.

Place: Glaser Center Theater 547 Mendocino Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401 Time: 7:00pm - 10:30pm Fee: $30 per person, Available at BrownPaperTickets.com

Annual Spring Street Festival 
Cloverdale's Annual Spring Street Festival, a spectacular array of street arts: fire-eaters, jugglers, puppet shows, roaming musicians, hand-crafted arts, food artisans and dance performances. Activities for all ages. Open-air dance on the plaza starting at 7:00 PM. Wine and beer will be sold.

Place: Cloverdale Plaza Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 894.4470

Luther Burbank Rose Parade and Festival
The Luther Burbank Rose Parade Festival located in Downtown Santa Rose includes a 2 hour parade, followed by an Iron Chef Competition, while enjoying live music and festival!

This year’s theme, “Rose Town Hoedown,” pays tribute to Santa Rosa’s colorful & rich history – a time when horse drawn carriages & parade wagons were completely covered with fresh roses & the city was known as the “Rose Town”. Three generations of the Tamayo family & employees of La Tortilla Factory will lead this year’s parade through downtown Santa Rosa beginning at 10am.
Noon-1:30pm - Battle of the High School Chefs Competition on stage in Old Courthouse Square

Place: Downtown Santa  Rosa Fee: Free Time: From 10am till dark/ Parade Awards - 2:30pm / Noon – Chefs Competition
Phone Number: (707) 523.3728

Fundraiser Rummage Sale – Active 20-30 Sebastopol #63
Donations accepted noon to 5 on Friday, May 20. A ton of treasures have been collected for this gigantic sale at the Pellini Car Dealership lot in Sebastopol. Great prices and it's all to help kids in Sonoma County!

Place: The Old Chevy Dealership, Rt. 12 and Petaluma Avenue, Sebastopol, CA Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm




Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Events for Friday-Sunday, May 6-8, 2011

 FRI & SAT
California Herdeljezi Festival
A benefit event to help the Roma of Kosovo. The festival celebrates the folk art traditions of Roma (Gypsies); featuring traditional music, songs, dances, stories, foods, crafts and customs of the Roma, within a strong community-building context, and with a goal of creating a sense of 'mahala' (shared community-neighborhood) amongst all who participate. 

Place: Ives Park & The Sebastopol Veteran's Memorial Building downtown Sebastopol
Fee: Call for information and tickets Time: 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.7941 Website

SATURDAY
Derby Day
Gala fundraiser and auction for Meals on Wheels. Includes a competition among some of the great chefs of Sonoma County, lunch, prepared by other leading chefs, silent & live auctions and simulcast of the Kentucky Derby race. Event sells out, so call early for tickets.

Place: Sonoma-Cutrer Winery Fee: Call for information Time: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 525.0143, ext. 146 Web: http://councilonaging.com/











Great Russian River Race
This race will attract some of the world’s top canoeing and kayaking athletes, local adventurers, social paddlers and corporate teams to Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach to race in two separate events. Not Racing? Join the River Race Party, which will offer great food, beverages and live music.

Place: Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach Fee: $70 Time: show up for entry 7am-10am Phone Number: 707-433-7247 Web: http://greatrussianriverrace.com

Glazes, Sauces and Marinade Tasting
As grilling season begins, join us as we take you through the many uses of our Grilling Glazes, Sauces and Marinades. You will learn how to get the best flavors out of them and when to use them. Please call or email tuscan@viansa.com to reserve your spot!

Place: Viansa Winery, 25200 Arnold Drive Sonoma, CA 95476
Fee: This event is complimentary Time: 11am and 1pm Phone Number: (800) 995-4740 Web: www.viansa.com

Great Petaluma Chili Cook-off
We're all fired up for the Annual Great Petaluma Chili Cookoff, Salsa & Beer Tasting. Petaluma's most beloved event. Vote for your favorite chili, salsa and beer by the best chefs and breweries in the Bay Area. Lots of food, entertainment, music, and a raucous good time. Benefits Cinnabar Theater Youth Program.

Place: Behren's Park, Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds, Petaluma Fee: $25 Chili & Salsa Tasting/$35 Chili, Salsa & Beer Tasting Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707)763.8920 Web: http://www.cinnabartheater.org/chili/


Human Race of Sonoma County
Recreation, Benefit: The Human Race is Sonoma County's largest cooperative fundraiser, with over 430 participating nonprofits. Over 9,000 participants join together for a 3K and 10K walk and run through two Santa Rosa parks. Anyone can join the Human Race and raise money for their favorite community organization.

Place: Slater Middle School  Fee: Walkers Free; Runners $25 Time: 8 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 573.3399 Web: http://www.humanracenow.org/about.html

SUNDAY
Celebrate Mothers’ Day
West Sonoma County Wineries where Mom will receive complimentary wine tasting, a sweet treat and a beautiful flower to create her Mother’s Day bouquet! Visit all eleven wineries (located within eleven miles) and your bouquet collection will be complete!

Place: Various Wineries in West Sonoma County Fee: Tasting fees apply to non-moms Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-887-3344 Web: www.westsonomacountywineries.com


Thursday, April 28, 2011

Events for Saturday & Sunday, April 30-May 1, 2011


SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Passport to Dry Creek Valley
Passport to Dry Creek Valley is an annual event showcasing the wineries, vineyards and exceptional beauty of Dry Creek Valley. 45+ wineries up and down the valley will celebrate their magic with amazing wine, incredible food and their famous Dry Creek Valley hospitality. You must enter the drawing to receive tickets.

Place: Dry Creek Wineries Fee: Call for information & tickets Time: 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.3031 Web: http://wdcv.com/passport
 
Passport to Dry Creek Valley Weekend at Seghesio Winery
Enjoy a Big Easy Party Seghesio Style! Featuring special guests Mister Gary and Uncle Cotton from New Orleans. Cajun BBQ Ribs, Seafood Gumbo with Andouille Sausage, Tasso Shrimp Fettuccini and traditional Beignets for dessert—paired with what we do best, Zinfandel and Italian varietals. Don't miss the best music in town with Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic. Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Place: Seghesio, 14730 Grove Street, Healdsburg CA Fee: Ticket holders Only Time: 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.3579 Web: www.seghesio.com

Annual Bodega Bay Fish Festival
Live music, entertainment, wine tasting, local cuisine, food booths, crafts fair, exhibits, raffle prizes and more. Free parking. Leashed pets welcome.

Place: Westside Park, Westshore Road, Bodega Bay CA Fee: $10 Adults/$8 Seniors/Under 12 Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.3866 Web: http://www.bbfishfest.org/

SUNDAY
Annual May Day Festival
Please join the Geyserville Chamber of Commerce and our community for the Annual May Day Festival. This down home event will have something for everyone! Music, kid's games, great food, local wines & family fun.

Place: Hoffman Picnic Grounds (formerly Geyser Peak Picnic Grounds), Geyserville
Fee: Free Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 857.3745 Web: Website

Blossom, Bees and Barnyard Babies
Experience Spring fever in full bloom, as farms from Healdsburg to Petaluma open their gates and barnyard doors to offer a behind-the-scenes peek at Sonoma County's finest food and agriculture. You'll meet the farmers who grow your food and actively support the preservation of the county's rich agricultural heritage.

Place: Sonoma County Farm Trails throughout Sonoma  County, CA
Fee: $25 per vehicle load Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 837.8896 Web: www.farmtrails.org

4-H ChickenQue
ChickenQue is the only fundraiser for Sonoma County 4-H. It is a one day event: a barbecue with live music and dancing, booths with 4-H'ers showing off their hard work, games on the lawn, and a chance to visit with 7000 of your neighbors. All proceeds benefit the youth of Sonoma County, allowing the 4-H Council to put on events like Presentation Day and Fashion Revue, to pay for 4-H Camp, to give scholarships, and allow youth to attend conferences.

Place: Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
Fee: $7 Advance/$8 At the Door Time: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 565.2681 Web: www.ucanr.org/soco4h

Petaluma Mothers’ Club Spring Tea
The Petaluma Mothers’ Club Annual Spring Tea Share tea, mimosas, tea sandwiches and other treats, plus indulge in a chocolate dessert fountain! Participate in the Silent Auction and Raffle and live music.

Place: Petaluma Golf & Country Club, 1500 Country Club Drive Fee: $25 through April 1, $30 thereafter Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 280.9673 Web: Website

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Events for Friday-Sunday, April 22-24


FRIDAY & SATURDAY
BEATLES Flashback in benefit concert
The North Bay's favorite Beatles tribute band will get you singing along. The Bear Republic Brewing Company is producing this concert as a benefit for the Raven.

Place: Raven Performing Arts Theater, 115 North Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448  Fee: $10 each, or $5 for students with ID Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-433-6335

Earth Day Mountain View Picnics at Stonestreet Winery
Join us for your private picnic basket lunch paired with a flight of our Alexander Mountain Estate wines at Stonestreet Winery. Take in the breathtaking views of our sustainably farmed Mountain Vineyards - while you sip the single vineyard designate wines made from those very grapes. Reservations required.

Place: Stonestreet Winery, 7111 Hwy. 128 Healdsburg, CA 95448 Fee: $35 Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: 707-473-3333

FRIDAY
Earth day for Kids at Spring Lake Park
The Environmental Discovery Center and the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County team up again for an afternoon of environmental science for kids. Discover natural history on a hike; explore energy with physical science; learn about life science with hands-on fun and live animals.

Place: Spring Lake Park Fee: $6 parking fee or free with annual pass Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm Phone Number: 707-539-2865

Earth Day Celebration @ Inman Family Wines
Sip on our delicious Russian River Valley wines while you learn more about our organic farming practices and the eco-ethics that guide our business. On the Saturday, we will have live music from Adam Lieb. Tours of the vineyard and new winery at noon and 2pm each of the days.

Place: Inman Family Wines, 3900 Piner Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Fee: $20 Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-293-9576

SATURDAY

Spring Egg Hunt for Tots
Come enjoy Santa Rosa Recreation, Parks & Community Services Spring Egg Hunt for Tots! Children 5 & under can have their picture taken with the Bunny, make spring time crafts & pet the Penngrove 4-H farm animals. There will be plenty of candy & surprises hidden on the lawn for all the Egg Hunters. Actors’ Theater for Children will have snacks & beverages for sale.

Place: Howarth Park Softball Field, 630 Summerfield Rd., Santa Rosa Fee: $6/Presale tickets are available at the Finley Community Center Time: 10am-noon Phone: (707) 543-3737

Castles and Kites Festival
The Castles and Kites Festival is fun for the whole family. Picnic, build sand castles, fly kites, surf, fish and so much more at this April event.

Place: Doran Regional Park Beach, Bodega Bay Fee: Free, $6 parking fee Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 565.2041

Red Car Reserve Pinot Noir Release Party
Heaven & Earth, Aphorist and Dreamland Pinot Noirs will be open to taste all day. The Rare Wine Company will be hosting an Italian extra-virgin olive oil tasting, fresh in from the latest vintage in Tuscany. Chef Robert Hunter will be serving seasonal flatbread pizzas from his wood-fired oven.

Place: Red Car Winery, 8400 Graton Road, Sebastopol, CA 95472 Fee: $20 Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-829-8500 x105

6th Street - Improv Teams
Join us for the thrill & excitement when 2 improv teams go funny bone to funny bone in a series of challenge rounds to delight the audience & win points from judges.

Place: 6th Street Playhouse Studio Theater, 52 W. 6th St., Santa Rosa (in Railroad Square Neighborhood) Time: Shows start @: 8pm Fee: $14 Phone:  523-4185

EASTER SUNDAY
Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch at Bluewater Bistro
Celebration: Join us for a Champagne Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt. Bring your baskets and join the Easter Bunny for a fun egg hunt before brunch. The hunt is free! Call for reservations.

Place: Bluewater Bistro, 21301 Heron Drive, Bodega Bay CA Fee: $30 Adult/$12 Children under 12 Time: 10am-3pm Phone Number: 707-875-3513

Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt at Ramekins
Holiday, Family Fun: Bring the family to Ramekins this Easter for a delicious brunch and egg hunt for the kids. Our courtyard has many great egg hiding places to keep the kids entertained and our team of award winning chefs have created an exceptional menu you’ll be sure to love.

Place: Ramekins, 450 W Spain St, Sonoma, CA 95476
Fee: $45 Adults, $20 Children under 11 Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-933-0450

Hunt for the Hare Easter Celebration at Safari West
Looking for hare-raising adventure this Easter? Join the animals of Safari West (and their human companions) for our annual Hunt for the Hare, an egg-straordinary Easter celebration and brunch.

Place: Safari West, 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa Ca
Fee: $65 for adults; $30 for children (ages 4-12) Time: Morning & Afternoon packages available Phone Number: (707) 579.2551