Performing Arts: Mary Oliver's poetry, with her lyrical connection to the natural world, has established her in the highest realm of American poets.
Every Monday through February enjoy special activities for children 1-5 years including story time, arts & crafts and Museum activities.
Prof. Stephen Bittner of Sonoma State Univ. will discuss the current Russia-Georgia problem.
$10 at the door includes dancing, karaoke, appetizers, more. 7 pm at the Flamingo Resort Hotel.
Christmas is here, but Franklin is having trouble finding his Christmas spirit. So Franklin's woodland friends decide to plan a party.
Discover a bit of history about Charles Schulz (and some clues to where the Peanuts gang lived) in this collection of original comic strips. Exhibit runs till May 25, 2009.
Enjoy four courses of a "progressive feast" featuring culinary treats. Each host is conveniently located either near or on the historic plaza, so you can easily stroll to each of your stops. A portion of the proceeds benefits Healdsburg Shared Ministries Food Pantry. $85; (707) 431-7346
Gather in La Plaza Park for carols and tree lighting, then proceed to the Cotati Fire Station across the street for cookies, cocoa, cider, holiday music and a visit from Santa Claus. (707) 765-3939
Dine out at a participating restaurant (see list) and they will donate either 25% or 50% of your food bill to Food For Thought, Sonoma County AIDS Food Bank. Some restaurants will be donating the same percentage of alcohol sales as well. (707) 887-1647
Experience the folk culture of Mexico and its unique customs and traditions with Instituto Mazatlán Bellas Artes de Sacramento. This traditional Mexican holiday presentation portrays the “Pastorela” (pilgrimage) made by Joseph and Mary before the birth of Christ. $10 Child $15 Adult, buy one get one free.
Holly Trolley tours of Old Downtown, Polar Express train rides, Jingle Bell Carriage rides, Children's holiday crafts, Strolling Carolers, school children's musical entertainment And, of course, the Holiday Tree Lighting by Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus (6:15 p.m.). Photos with Santa ($8). No admission charge. Free rides.
Holiday Party with entertainment and refreshments. RSVP with Laurie Cox at (707) 579-1500 x17 or lcox@sonomacountymuseum.org Free admission
The Santa Rosa Symphony and Sonoma County Bach Choir perform in Petaluma, Santa Rosa and Windsor. (707) 546-8742
Every year Santa Claus rides on a vintage fire truck to the Sonoma Plaza, lights up the Christmas tree and City Hall and passes out candy canes to tots. Free. 5pm.
Enjoy the story of Christmas in choral music through the ages at the Glaser Center in Santa Rosa.
Cinnabar Young Repertory Theater commissioned this musical rendition of the beloved holiday favorite.