Events Calendar
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Sat |
show starts at dusk |
Movies in the Park Hide Details Location:Prince Park Join us for "Young Frankenstein" outdoors at Prince Park, on E. Washington St. next to Rooster Run Golf Course. Cost: Donations $4 for adults/$2 for children. Phone: (707) 694-9888. Website: www.petalumamovies.com. |
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various |
10am - 5pm |
Studio Discovery Tour Hide Details Location:see desc This free, self-guided tour along the coast - from Stewarts Point north through the architectural award-winning Sea Ranch. Artists you meet share their unique vision and studio works. Cost: Free. To receive a free full-color catalog call: (707) 884-1138. |
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Fri |
5 pm - 8 pm |
First Friday Art Walk Downtown Santa Rosa Hide Details Location:Downtown Santa Rosa 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. Free carriage rides at Railroad Square. Cost: Free. Phone: (707) 543-3090. |
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Fri and Sat |
Gates open at 8 pm |
PINKS All Out Drag Racing Hide Details Location:Infineon Raceway Infineon Raceway will be one of nine locations nationwide to host a live taping of PINKS All Out, the popular spin-off show of SPEED's hit reality television series PINKS. Location: Infineon Raceway, Highways 37 and 121, Sonoma. Cost: $10-$20, (Fri./Sat.); $30 Two-day pass. Phone: (800) 870-RACE. |
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Sat |
10:30 am - 7pm |
Sebastopol Cajun/Zydeco Festival Hide Details Location:Sebastopol Community Center Live Music, Family Fun at the 13th Annual Cajun/Zydeco Festival in Sebastopol. Music and a huge dance floor! Great authentic Cajun food and free activities for the kids. Location: Sebastopol Community Center - Laguna Youth Park, Sebastopol, CA. Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the gate, kids 12 and under are free! Phone: (707) 823-1991. |
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Sat and Sun |
10 am - 5 pm |
51st Annual Art in the Park Hide Details Location:Walnut Park Fine visual art show featuring original paintings, sculpture, and garden art. Wonderful music and food. Art raffle. Walnut Park, the corner of 'D' street and Petaluma Blvd, Petaluma. Cost: Free. Phone: 773-3393 |
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Sat and Sun |
11am - 6pm |
Jazz on the River Hide Details Location:Guerneville Live Music: Formerly Russian River Jazz Festival. Jazz On The River Returns for the 32nd Year at Johnson's Beach in Guerneville. Cost: Call for information. Phone: (949) 360-7800 |
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Sat |
Dusk |
Movies in the Park Hide Details Location:McNear Park Join us for "The Natural," starring Robert Redford, outdoors at McNear Park. Show begins at dusk. 11th and 'G' Street, Petaluma. Cost: donations of $4 for adults and $2 for children. Phone: 707-694-9888 |
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Sat and Sun |
11am - 6pm |
Katmandu Fall Festival Hide Details Location:Depot Park, Sonoma Celebrate the many cultures of Nepal with traditional food, cultural music, dance performances. Enjoy shopping for Tibetan carpets, exotic imports and antiques. Come share and learn about the heritage of the Himalayas. Location: Depot Park, 270 First Street W, just 2 blocks North of Sonoma Plaza. Cost: Suggested $5.00 Donation. Phone: (707) 938-1807. |
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Sat and Sun |
call for details |
Gualala Patriot Days Hide Details Location:Gualala Call for schedule of events: The three-day event is to feature the Foundation for Early America, a 12-man troupe from Southern California that will re-enact the Revolutionary War period in U.S. history. Plans include costumed actors who will set up camp, stage a mock takeover of Gualala and fire muskets and cannon. Cost: Call for information. Phone: (800) 778-5252. |
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Weds |
6pm -8pm |
PMC Ice Cream Social Hide Details Location:Petaluma Creamery Come and enjoy local ice cream at the PMC monthly social. Petaluma Creamery, 711 Western Ave, Petaluma. Cost: Free. |
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Sat |
10am - 5pm |
Ninth Annual Sonoma County Book Festival Hide Details Location:Santa Rosa Join the Sonoma County Book Festival on Saturday, September 20, in Old Courthouse Square in Santa Rosa. Includes over 60 author readings and panels, 70 literary booths, and activities for everyone! Call for more information. Cost: Free. Phone: (707) 527-5412. |
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Sat |
11am - 5pm |
Annual Sonoma Mountain Art and Wine Festival Hide Details Location:Rohnert Park This Festival provides a showcase for the best in local arts, crafts, food, wines, brews, beverages, and green businesses along with a children's play area and live entertainment. Funds raised from the event will be utilized by the Boys and Girls Club to expand the children's programming; the Education Foundation in support of the Rohnert Park/Cotati Unified Schools; and by the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce to enhance business education and retention programs. Location: Sonoma Mountain Village Event Center, 1100 Valley House Drive, Rohnert Park Cost: $5 Admission, $15 Tasting and Glass. Phone: (707) 584-1415. |
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Sat and Sun |
Sat. 11 am - 9 pm, Sun. Noon - 6 pm |
Glendi International Food Fair Hide Details Location:Santa Rosa Glendi is the Greek word for party. Eat, dance to the music of Edessa and relax. Voted "Best Way to Eat Around the World" by the Sonoma County Independent. Culinary offerings from the Middle East, Eretria, Russia, Greece and the Balkans. Sample ethnic Baked Goods, Roast Lamb, Gyros, Greek Coffee, Soda, Wine and Microbrews. Location: 90 Mountain View Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA. Cost: $10 Adults, senior discount, kids under 12 free. Phone: (707) 584-9491. |
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Sun |
12pm - 8pm |
Petaluma's 13th annual Poetry Walk Hide Details Location:Petaluma The walk affords an opportunity to experience the music of words in a unique setting that stirs the soul. All events within six easy walking blocks of one another. Each event features award-winning, celebrated poets presenting their work, music and the special ambiance of Historic Petaluma. Cost: Free. Phone: (707) 763-4271. |
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Fri - Sun |
Times vary by day |
Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival Hide Details Location:Sonoma The 111th Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival is an annual time to pause and give thanks for a bountiful harvest. It is also a time of fun and sharing, of history and tradition, and of the superior wines and fine foods which are the heritage of Sonoma Valley. History at its Vintage best! Wine, Art, Food, Children's Activities, Contests, Music, Auctions, Crafts, Big Parade!! Various locations in and around Sonoma's famous plaza. Cost: Varies with event. Phone: (707) 996-2109. |
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Sat |
11:30am - 4:30pm |
Taste of Petaluma Hide Details Location:Cinnabar Theate Embark on a culinary journey of our finest restaurants, wineries, breweries and food purveyors. Buy your book of 10 tickets, receive a map, a menu, and see all the great locations for sampling. Choose how you want to spend your dine-around tickets. This event is a fundraiser for Cinnabar Theater. Cost: $35 in advance, $40 day of event. Phone: (707) 763-8920. |
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Sat |
Dusk |
Movies in the Park Hide Details Location:Prince Park Join us for "Hairspray" (2007), starring John Travolta, outdoors at Prince Park on E. Washington St., next to Rooster Run Golf Course. Show begins at dusk. Cost: donations are $4 for adults and $2 for kids. Phone: (707) 694-9888. |
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Sun |
8am - 4pm |
Petaluma Downtown Antique Faire Hide Details Location: Antique and collectible lovers throughout the Bay area can celebrate the fall faire at the Petaluma Antique Faire. This show attracts over 10,000 discerning collectors as well as first time buyers wishing to collect and invest in real antiques. Cost: Free. Phone: (707) 762-9348. |
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Fri- Sun |
10m - 7pm |
Sonoma County Harvest Fair Hide Details Location:Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa Come join us at the 2008 Sonoma County Harvest Fair for premier wine-tasting, food-tasting, art show and sale, pumpkin carving, hay rides, Haunted Room, jazz stage, and many more events and fun activities for the whole family. Don't miss our renowned World Championship Grape Stomp competition! Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa. Cost: $7 Phone: (707) 545-4203 |
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Sat |
TBA |
Carousel Fund Casino Night Hide Details Location:Petaluma Veterans Memorial Bldg A sell out every year, this annual benefit to support Petaluma families with children who have a catastrophic illness will feature music, dancing, food, live and silent auction and casino games. Petaluma Veterans Memorial Bldg, 1094 Petaluma Blvd South. Cost: call for ticket information. Phone: (707) 762-9136 |
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Sat |
9am - 2pm |
9th Annual Invitational Band Review Hide Details Location:Durst football field A marching band competition for junior high and high schools from northern and central California at Petaluma High School, corner 6th and Bassett Streets. Judges stand at 6th and B Streets. Sanctioned and judged by N. Calif. Band Association. First band steps off at about 9 a.m. Awards Ceremony at Durst football field at 1:30pm. Cost: Free. Phone: (797) 763-6251. |
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Sun |
7am - 3:30 |
3rd Annual Wind Country Rowing Regatta Hide Details Location:Petauma River Family-friendly event to be watched along the Petaluma riverbank in Shollenberger Park. Race headquarters are at the Petaluma Marina. This event attracted 150 boats last year to participate in challenging three-mile races. Competitors included teams from Sonoma State and Stanford Universities, teen teams from all around the Bay Area and adult rowers from private clubs all over America. Cost: Free. Phone: (707) 769-9180 |
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Sun |
2pm - 8pm |
Oktoberfest Hide Details Location:see desc Join the celebration and enjoy German folk dance performances, German food and dancing to the music of a live band. Petaluma Lodge #26, 860 Western Ave, Petaluma. Cost: $10. Phone: (707) 664-0375. |
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Weds - Sat |
Various times avail |
Disney on Ice Hide Details Location:Oracle Arena Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Four of your favorite Disney Stories - CARS, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King and Tinker Bell. Dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters come to life on ice. Come an hour early to experience the Disney Princess Pre-Show, and enchanted display of Disney Princess gowns and mementoes, complimentary to ticket holders, ORACLE Arena. Cost $16-$65, under 2 free. Phone: (510) 625-TIXS |
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Fri - Sun |
All Day |
2nd Annual West County Film Festival Hide Details Location:See desc Performing Arts: The West County Film Festival will be held on the four upper screens of Sebastopol Cinemas. Featuring U.S. Indies, World Cinema, Documentaries and Shorts. Located in the heart of downtown, the theater is just minutes away from gourmet restaurants, boutiques and beautiful parks. Cost: $8-$10 per Ticket / $100-$125 per Pass Phone: (707) 829-2131 |
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Sat |
1pm - 5pm |
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration Hide Details Location:Petaluma Story-telling, skull cake decorating, crafts, music and so much more celebrating the annual El Dia de lost Muertos holiday. Cost: Free. Colors of Spanish, 55 Maria Drive, Suite 844, Petaluma. Phone: (707) 782-1084. |
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Weds |
6pm - 8pm |
PMC Social: Preschool Information Night Hide Details Location:Women's Club PMC Social: Preschool Information Night: Refreshments and preschool information at the Women's Club, 518 B Street, Petaluma. Cost: Free. |
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Thurs |
6:30pm |
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Hide Details Location:Wells Fargo Center, Santa Rosa Family Fun, Performing Arts: The magic of black light brings three favorite stories to life on stage! Come along as The Very Hungry Caterpillar changes into a beautiful butterfly, the fanciful Little Cloud travels through the sky, and the Mixed-Up Chameleon discovers his own unique nature. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa. Cost: $11 Child, $16 Adult. Phone: (707) 546-3600 |
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Mon, Weds and Fri |
3pm - 5pm |
Drop-in Dress-up and Photo Shoot for Girls and Boys Hide Details Location:Sebastopol Upstairs in the Enchanted Closet at The Princess Rose. Location: 309 South Main Street, Sebastopol. Cost: $10 per child. Phone: (707) 823-3323. Website: www.theprincessrose.com |
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Exhibition: "Schulz's Beethoven: Schroeder's Muse" Hide Details Location:Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa Visitors will be able to view Beethoven-themed strips while listening to the music that Schulz transcribed into his panels. The exhibition will also feature Schulz's reference books on classical music; personal letters he wrote about his growing appreciation of the genre; original Beethoven manuscripts, scores, and first editions; paintings and a bust of Beethoven; and a fortepiano. Cost: Free to members; Adults $8.00; children 4-18, student ID and seniors $5.00. Phone: (707) 579-4452. Website: http://www.schulzmuseum.org | |
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Exhibition: "Outside the Frame" Hide Details Location: Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa There are several well-known characters in Peanuts that never actually appear in the strip, including the Little Red-Haired Girl and the Red Baron. This display exhibits those strips in which Schulz believed that the appearance of certain characters was best left to his readers' imaginations. Location: Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa. Cost: Free to members; Adults $8.00; children 4-18, student ID and seniors $5.00. Phone: (707) 579-4452. Website: http://www.schulzmuseum.org | |
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Sat and Weds |
Sat 2pm - 5pm and Weds 4:30pm - 8pm |
Petaluma Farmers' Market Hide Details Location:Walnut Park on the corner of Petaluma Blvd. and D Street The 22nd season opens featuring "Clo" the cow offering FREE ice cream for everyone, live music and more than 50 booths featuring farm fresh produce, fresh cut flowers, vegetable starts, smoked salmon, live oysters, fresh cheeses, fresh baked goods, espresso and more. Cost: FREE. Phone: (707) 762-0344.Website: www.petalumafarmersmarket.com. |
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Tuesday Evenings, April through October |
5:30 pm to dusk |
Sonoma Valley Farmers' Market Hide Details Location:Sonoma Plaza The Sonoma Valley Farmers' Market is held weekly at the Sonoma Plaza. Featuring food, crafts, nonprofit booths, local fresh produce, and seasonal flowers. Live music sponsored by The Sonoma Community Center. Cost: Free Phone: (707) 538-7023. |
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Sat |
3pm - 5pm |
Wine Tastings and Wine Classes Hide Details Location:143 Kentucky Street, Petaluma Saturday Tastings with winemakers from 3 - 5 pm. Wine classes with sommelier Christopher Sawyer and his partner Jason Jenkins on Wednesday nights. Cost: most free. Minimal charge with food pairings. Phone: (707) 765-1112. Website: http://www.vineandbarrel.com |
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Weds - Sunday |
11am - 5pm |
Historical Artifacts Exhibition Hide Details Location:SThe Sonoma County Museum :Historical Artifacts from the Museum's Permanent Collection at The Sonoma County Museum. Location: 425 7th St., Santa Rosa. Fee: $5 adults, $2students/seniors, free for members. Phone Number: (707) 579-1500.Bring your baby, a stroller and yoga mat and have fun exercising with other mom's at Shollenberger Park in Petaluma. Classes are 9:30a.m.-10:45 a.m. Babies must be between 6 weeks - 2 years old. Call 415-601-1224 or visit http://www.babybootcamp.com for pricing/schedule information. |
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Petaluma Library Events Hide Details Location:Petaluma Library, E Washington St Preschool Storytime (ages 2-5): Tuesdays at 10 am, June 10-July 29 Museum Storytime (ages 2-5) at the Petaluma Historical Museum: Thursdays at 11 am, Aug. 14-28 |
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daily |
8a - 4p |
Eldridge Farm at Sonoma Developmental Center Hide Details Location:15000 Arnold Dr, Eldridge Visit this lovely old farm on the campus of the Sonoma Developmental Center. The farm houses pigs, goats, sheep, miniature horses, chickens, exotic pets, and more. Visitors are sometimes allowed to help feed the animals, but call ahead. 15000 Arnold Dr., Eldridge, CA. Fee: Free Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone: 707-938-6337 |
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Sat and sun |
10am - 4p |
Pacific Coast Air Museum Open House Hide Details Location:Pacific Coast Air Museum, 2330 Airport Blvd., Santa Rosa On the third weekend of each month the cockpit of a featured aircraft will be open for our visitors to view and inspect. Pacific Coast Air Museum, 2330 Airport Blvd., Santa Rosa. Cost: Free. Phone: 707-575-7900 |
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Weds |
8:30a - 12p |
Santa Rosa Original Farmer's Market Hide Details Location:1351 Maple Ave., Santa Rosa The Santa Rosa Original Farmer's Market runs Wednesdays year 'round at the Santa Rosa Veteran's Building East Parking Lot, rain or shine! 1351 Maple Ave., Santa Rosa. Phone: 707-522-8629 |
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Thurs |
4:30p - 7:30p |
Cotati Farmers Market Hide Details Location:La Plaza Park, Cotati Each Thursday through September 14th, certified farm fresh fruits and vegetables, gourmet foods, arts and crafts galore, plus live entertainment! La Plaza Park, Cotati. Cost: Free. Phone: 707-795-5508 Website: http://www.cotati.org |
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Sat |
10am |
Docent Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Petaluma Hide Details Location:Departs from Petaluma Historical Library and Museum Costumed docents lead walking tours departing from the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum at 20 Fourth Street in Historic Downtown Petaluma every Saturday offering visitors a glimpse in the 1860's Petaluma with a view of "Ironfront Row" and other historic buildings and landmarks. Cost: Free. Phone: (707) 769-0429. Website: www.petalumamuseum.com. |
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Various |
M - F 9 am - 5 pm, Sat 10 am - 2 pm |
Precious Cargo Exhibition Hide Details Location:California Indian Museum and Cultural Center , Santa Rosa California Indian cradle baskets and childbirth traditions are the topics of a groundbreaking exhibition that runs through Spring 2008 at the California Indian Museum and Cultural Center (CIMCC) in Santa Rosa, California. Fee: By Donation. Phone: (707) 579-3004 . |