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- May 17 :
Gipsy Kings at the Wells Fargo Center
Since the 1987 release of the international hit single “Bamboleo,” the Gipsy Kings have dominated the World Music charts and sold more than fourteen million albums worldwide. Their platinum compilation, The Best of the Gipsy Kings , was on the charts for more than a year.
8 p.m.; $65, $85, $25-Standing Room Only; 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa; (707) 546-3600. - May 17 to 20 :
Russian River Women's Weekend
A weekend filled with women enjoying hot pool parties, night clubs, dancing, motorcycle run, dining, craft fair, comedy show, string trio brunch and finance seminars.
Friday at 3 p.m. to Sunday night. Call for details. (707) 526-3416 - May 18 to 20 :
Kawasaki AMA Superbike Showdown
The fastest riders on two wheels return to Infineon Raceway. This marks the only springtime visit of the year to Northern California for top riders such as Petaluma natives Eric Bostrom (Yahmaha) and Ben Bostrom (Ducati). - May 19 :
113th Annual Luther Burbank Rose Parade Festival
One of Sonoma County's most honored traditions and one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in Northern California. This year, Sonoma County's own Food Network Star Guy Fieri is the Grand Marshal kicking off the parade with the theme of Life is Doggone Wild. The parade, as usual, is in downtown Santa Rosa. But the festival changes location to the Sonoma County Fairgrounds to coincide with Snoopy's Joe Cool Summer Paint-Off which is taking place there.
10 a.m. Parade, Free; Festival 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; (707) 542-7673 - May 19 and 20:
Passport to Sonoma Valley
This valley-wide event will provide you with rare access to the many "hidden gems" of California's oldest wine region. Passport holders will enjoy two days of world-class fun, food, music, wines and discounts not typically available to the public.
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; $50 advance, $60 day of event; Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling (707) 935-0803 or visiting www.sonomavallywine.com - May 19 :
Spring Fling at DeLoach Vineyards
Celebrate spring, Caribbean style. Enjoy DeLoach Vineyard wines, complete with Caribbean music, a limbo stick, and Caribbean-inspired food. On arrival, each guest will be greeted with the new release 2006 Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; $20; DeLoach Vineyards Guesthouse, 1791 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa (707) 526-9111, Ext 110 - May 19 :
Audubon Society Bird Walk
Mayacamas Audubon Sanctuary; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Free - May 19 :
Family/Kids Nature Walk
Shollenberger Park, Petaluma; 10 a.m.; Free - May 19 :
Russian River Reggae Splash
Baba Shibambo, South African Marimba Dance music, with Maroon Society, Caribbean Dance music collective
8 p.m.; $10. Forestville Club, 6250 Front St., Forestville. (707) 887-2594 - May (continues) 19 - 20 :
7th Annual Tribal Belly Dance Festival
Dancers from around the world gather to shop at vendors and watch performers.
5-10 p.m.; $15 at door, workshops extra. Sebastopol Community Center, 390 Morris St., Sebastopol. (707) 823-1511 - May 20 :
Mayacamas Mountains Hike
The Open Space District has protected thousands of acres in the Mayacamas Mountains northeast of Healdsburg, including the Mayacamas Audubon Sanctuary and a portion of a historic stagecoach road. Hike a portion of this vast open space, taking time to hear stories from some of the area’s long time land owners and property managers. Moderate hiking; 3-5 miles; BYO lunch.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. To reserve space(s) and for outing details contact: Outings@LandPaths.org or LandPaths Event Line (707) 524-9318 - May 20 :
Paradise Ridge Winery 13th Anniversary & 12th Annual Sculpture Show Opening
Open house with discounts on wines and gift items. The 12th Annual sculpture presentation, "Synergy," presents large-scale sculpture by prominent artists. Reception in the Sculpturegarden from 3-5 pm.
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Free; 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Dr., Santa Rosa. (707) 528- 9463 - May 20 :
West County Spring Home and Garden Tour
The 12th annual benefit for Food For Thought , Sonoma County AIDS Food Bank, in Forestville. Tour eight gardens and five homes in the West County. Catered lunch $15.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; $45, reservations mandatory; (707) 887-1647.
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