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‘Tribal Voices’ Exhibit Now Open in Petaluma
“Tribal Voices,” an exhibit that explores Native American culture through arts and artifacts, opened June 3 at the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum and will run through the summer. It’s...
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Things to Do in Sonoma County this Weekend
There’s plenty of reasons to get out and about this week. This Saturday and Sunday is the 26th annual Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic in Windsor. Friday through Sunday, Sonoma celebrates Gay...
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Trail of the Week: Kortum Trail on the Sonoma Coast
Not all trail outings require specialized gear, long time commitments or strong legs and lungs. Along the Kortum Trail on Sonoma County’s coast, feel free to come as you are, saunter at will and make...
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Royal Jelly Jive Salutes Tom Waits on New Album Recorded in Cotati
When members of the swing indie band Royal Jelly Jive recorded their second album at the Prairie Sun studio in Cotati, the young musicians were excited because one of their heroes, singer-songwriter...
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Time to Hit the Beach in Sonoma County
After several years of drought along the Russian River, the time to get back in the drink is now. With the water at its highest summer-time flow in four years, and hot weather, the prospect of a...
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Getaway: A Wine Lover’s Weekend Along California’s Central Coast
The heart of the California Central Coast is a mere four hours south of San Francisco, with stunning seaside villages like Cambria, Morro Bay, and Avila Beach. But it also is home to a remarkable...
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Things to Do in Sonoma County this 4th of July Weekend
Whether you’re looking for a small-town bike parade, a symphony concert or a spectacular fireworks show, there’s no better place to celebrate the Fourth of July than Sonoma County. Here are our picks...
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Local Town Makes List of America’s Best Spots for July 4th
Looking for a good spot in Sonoma County to watch 4th of July fireworks? According to travel magazine Travel + Leisure, Sonoma is one of America’s best towns for Independence Day celebrations. Coming...
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20 Things to Do on the Russian River
The pace of the Russian River sets the leisurely tempo of west Sonoma County life, and it is in this laid-back enclave of charmingly eccentric cabins nestled in redwood- and fir-covered hills that you...
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Things to Do in Sonoma County this Weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? There’s plenty to choose from! Travel back in time while sipping some wine at Buena Vista Winery’s Living History Extravaganza, enjoy mouthwatering meats at...
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20 Things to Do in July: Festivals, Fairs, Films and Free Concerts
For anyone who had high hopes and big plans for the summer, it might be a bit of shock to realize that we’re already into July. But don’t worry if your plans have yet to materialize. There’s still...
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10 Local Adventures to Try Out this Summer
Yes, Sonoma County is a world-class wine and food destination, a mecca that’s more than a match for Bordeaux, Burgundy and that valley just to the east that seems to get an undue share of attention....
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Things to Do in Sonoma County this Weekend
Hold on to your hats, folks — this weekend is filled with fun to be had. This Saturday, head to Petaluma for the annual Rivertown Revival on the banks of Steamer Landing Park. On Friday and Satuday,...
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Pool Perfection: 16 Wine Country Vacation Pools To Di(v)e For
The pool at Casa de Mayacamas No summer vacation dream is complete without scenes of lazy descents into cool turquoise pool waters. You don’t even have to be a swimmer to long for this luxurious...
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Fabricating Fantasy: Local Artist Wields Powerful Burning Man Sculptures
As the sun drops toward the dusty horizon on a sweltering August evening in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, it catches the eye of the coyote. The modern bacchanal of Burning Man is in full swing, and many...
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Dynamic Duo: Les Claypool & Sean Lennon Play Outside Lands
Always looking to bend music lovers’ minds, west county resident Les Claypool is at it again. This time the trip is steam-punk, funk-infused, old-school psychedelia, and his cohort is Sean Lennon....
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20 Things We Can’t Wait to See at the Sonoma County Fair
The Sonoma County Fair is back again, running July 22 through Aug. 7 (closed Mondays) at the fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. This year, there are many things to look forward to. First, general admission is...
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11 Unique Napa and Sonoma Winery Experiences
A one-of-a-kind aerial tram glides on a scenic ride up a tree covered hill to Sterling Vineyards. Weary, somewhat bleary, of the spin-sniff-sip-swallow-or-spit wine tasting experience? These Sonoma and...
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The Craft and Culture of Surfboards on Display in Sonoma
To the casual observer, the surfboard may seem like a simple object. You put it in the water, climb on and ride the waves. Shouting “Cowabunga!” is rather out of date, and therefore optional. Of...
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Trail of the Week: Mount Saint Helena
Mount Saint Helena is the tallest peak in Sonoma County at 4,339 feet. It is located in Robert Louis Stevenson State Park north of Calistoga, at the intersection of Sonoma, Napa and Lake counties. A...
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