Sonoma County - October Events

• October 1 - 3 -- Sonoma County Harvest Fair
  Festival: Come join us at the 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, CA
  Fee: $8Time: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat & Sun exhibits & fair Phone Number: (707) 545.4203

• October 1 -- SF Comedy Competition at Wells Fargo Center
  Performing Arts: Laugh your head off and vote for your favorite contenders at this historically hilarious event featuring comedy stars of the future. Now in its 35th year, the San Francisco Comedy Competition presents the semi-finals stage where 10 comedy stars of tomorrow vie for prize money and glory. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• October 1 - 2 -- Barbara Bull Memorial Cemetery Walk
  Historical: 8th "Barbara Bull Memorial Cemetery Walk"! Soup ‘n salad supper; 6 New skits; homemade apple dessert at Burbank Farm + door prizes! Advance Sales Only! Info: (707) 829-1757, 823-0884. A Sell-out Event! Get tix Early! Much Walking & Stairs. Kids under 16 won't find much (no discounts). Bring Flashlight!
  Fee: $30/personTime: 5:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 7 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 829.1757

• October 2 -- Sonoma County Taiko Tomodachi Concert
  Performing Arts: Please join Sonoma County Taiko at our 15th Anniversary Performance - "Tomodachi - Friends," at the Spreckels Performing Arts Center of Rohnert Park on Saturday, October 2nd. Guest performances will include Taiko Ren, Ensohza, and Ten Ten Taiko.
  Fee: Adults $30 / Children 12 and under $15Time: Performances at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 838.3006

• October 2 -- Sonoma Home Winemakers Celebration
  Celebration, Wine Education: Come taste some of the finest hand-crafted artisan wines from over 30 home wineries and enjoy local cuisine at the Sonoma Home Winemakers Celebration. This is one of your only chances to taste these artisan wines produced by Sonoma's finest home winemakers. Plus you can taste local faire and bid on items in the Silent Auction.
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 939.1313

• October 2 -- Annual Harvest Celebration at Lambert Bridge
  Celebration: Join us for our annual harvest party! Known as the Festiva Della Vendemmia, we have selected this to be our signature event because it embodies the spirit of pure enjoyment which we strive to impart everyday – great wines paired with great food shared by great friends! 4085 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
  Fee: $110 per person; $95 wine clubTime: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.9600 x13

• October 2 -- Kendall-Jackson Farm Stands
  Food Education: Visit the Wine Center and purchase the finest fresh produce straight from our gardens. While you browse, enjoy cooking demonstrations, wine and food pairings, gardening demonstrations or a visit to our gardens. Try and do that at the supermarket! 5007 Fulton Road, Fulton, Ca
  Fee: Free to attendTime: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 571.8100

• October 2 -- Harvest Brew Tasting
  Sonoma County's Annual Harvest Fair has expanded its popular tasting of locally brewed ales and lagers to seven local breweries. The annual Harvest Brew Tasting will take place on Saturday only. 21 & older, only, please. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: $15 souvenir glass and five tastesTime: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.4203

• October 2 -- Oktoberfest at Little Switzerland
  Celebration: Oktoberfest to sponsor Bear Flag Post 1943 Veterans of Foreign Wars at Little Switzerland in Sonoma, Grove Street and Riverside Drive, El Verano. Accordian, 1-3:30. Dancing to the music of Showcase The Band, 4-8PM. Door prizes, free buffet lunch, raffles, games, and fun! Kids 12 and under Free!
  Fee: $25-Pre-sale admission/ $30 at the doorTime: 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 938.9990

• October 2 - 3 -- Sunce Winery Crush party
  Celebration, Live Music: Help us celebrate our harvest! New Releases, Free Glass, Live Music, Grape Stomping Fun, Barrel Tasting, Mystery Wine Contest, Le Chef at the Grill, Winemaker in The Dunk Tank, Kids Free. 1839 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Call for information and reservationsTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 526.9463

• October 2 -- Peanuts’ 60th Anniversary
  Family Fun: The Charles M. Schulz Museum is commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Peanuts with a host of activities. Look for Snoopy himself between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. At 2pm, author Beverly Gherman will meet with visitors and sign copies of her newest book, Sparky: The Life and Art of Charles Schulz. 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, Ca
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• October 2 - 3 -- Echoes of Innocence at Wells Fargo Center
  Live Music: American Philharmonic presents Gabriel Sakakeeny, conductor, Christa Pfeiffer, soprano. Bax – Summer Music, Barber – Knoxville: Summer of 1915, Mahler – Symphony No. 4. Let the angelic voice of soprano Christa Pfeiffer transport you to a place of beauty, innocence and truth as Maestro Sakakeeny and the orchestra evoke the romance of both the new and old worlds. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: Oct 2, 8 p.m., Oct 3 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• October 3 -- West County Wineries Open House
  Celebration, Wine Education: Participating wineries include Balletto Vineyards, HANNA Winery, Dutton Estate-Sebastopol Vineyards, Taft Street Winery, Dutton Goldfield Winery, and Marimar Estate. These small, family-owned wineries are located within 2 miles of each other and offer a great way to enjoy the day in the western region of Russian River.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.3887

• October 3 -- Calabash - Celebrate Garden, Gourd and Art
  Auction, Benefit: Local food bank grows organic gourds, distributes them to over 100 local artists who turn the gourd into art. A ticket allows participation in the auction as well as enjoy the bounty of our gardens, local chefs and restaurants and wine. Held outdoors at the store front of Food For Thought in Forestville, 6550 Railroad Avenue.
  Fee: $35 pre paid, $40 at the doorTime: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 887.1647

• October 3 -- Annual YMCA Harvest Fair Fun Run
  Recreation, Benefit: The Annual YMCA Harvest Fair 3K/10K Family Fun Run benefits the 'Kids to Camp' program provided by the Sonoma County Family YMCA. Walk, Jog, or Race your way along the beautiful city streets of Bennett Valley! All ages are welcome - even babies in stollers! Great Family Fun!
  Fee: Call for information & registrationTime: Race start at 8 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.9622

• October 3 -- Amphora -Only Women Can Touch the Grapes
  Benefit: Amphora’s Only Women Can Touch the Grapes to Stomp Out Breast Cancer. Have fun for a great cause. Only women can touch the grapes; men are welcome to cheer them on. All donations go to the Women’s Breast Care Center, Sutter Medical Center in Santa Rosa for mammograms for the uninsured women of our community. Amphora, 4791 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $25 donation per stomperTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.7767

• October 3 -- Crush Time "Sip & Pick" at Windsor Oaks
  Wine Education: Get an insider’s view of winemaking as grapes are delivered from our vineyards to the crush pad! Test your skills with our sensory perception experiment and our “Guess the Grape” game. Order a gourmet box lunch to enjoy at our winery pond or bring goodies from home. 10810 Hillview Road, Windsor, Ca
  Fee: $10 Refundable with PurchaseTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.4050

• October 3 -- Blessing of the Animals at St. Francis
  Benefit: Bring your best furry friend to be blessed at St. Francis Winery. If you have a dog, show it off by participating in our Winery Dog of the Year contest. We'll have wine, nibbles, and pet friendly vendors on hand to round out the afternoon. Proceeds from this event go to support local animal charities. 100 Pythian Rd., Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 675.WINE x 255

• October 7 -- Heirloom Farm Dinner
  Food & Wine Education, Dining: Sonoma Valley Sharecroppers, Nana Mae’s Organics, the girl & the fig & ESTATE present Year of the Heirloom Apple “Ode to Gravenstein”. Al Fresco Dining on the West Patio at ESTATE, 400 West Spain Street, Sonoma, CA.
  Fee: $70 - does not include tax and gratuityTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.3663

• October 8 -- Bellissimo - Santa Rosa Symphony Gala
  Benefit, Auction: Join us for camaraderie, libations and a menu of seasonal delights. Soprano ensemble Bella Sorella will create divine harmonies for as you dine. A silent & fast paced live auction with may one-of-a-kind items. Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club 333 Country Club Dr. Santa Rosa CA
  Fee: $200 per personTime: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 564.7097 ext 223

• October 8 -- Navarro Vineyards
  Food & Wine Education: The Bay View Restaurant at The Inn at the Tides in Bodega Bay welcomes Jim Greaves, Western Regional Sales Manager, for a spectacular 4-course dinner that will be paired with Navarro Vineyards Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Gewurztraminer. Reservations are a must for this very popular event.
  Fee: $79 per person, plus tax & gratuityTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 875.2751

• October 8 - 11 -- 24th Annual B.R. Cohn Charity Events Fall Music Festival & Golf Tournament
  Benefit, Auction: Beginning Friday night from 6pm-10pm is the Charity Auction Dinner. Participating Chef Bradley Ogden. Saturday & Sunday is the Fall Music Festival. Saturday's acts include Lara Johnston, the Turtles, Grand Funk Railroad, War, Cheap Trick and special guests. Sunday's line-up has the Eyewitness Blues band, the Turtles, Greg Kihn, Night Ranger, Loverboy and Eddie Money. The Celebrity Golf Classic is Monday. The B.R.Cohn Winery is located at 15000 Sonoma Highway 12 in Glen Ellen. This year's beneficiaries include, American Legion Post 489, Little Kids Rock, Salvation Army, Sonoma Jazz+ and the Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance.
  Fee: Call for information Time: Call for Information Phone Number: (800) 330.4064

• October 9 -- Cotati Oktoberfest
  Celebration: Get out your lederhosen and practice your yodeling for the upcoming Cotati Oktoberfest. Wunderbar German food and beer, plus the oom-pah-pah of a Bavarian band. Polka to your heart's content on our new dance floor. La Plaza Park, Downtown Cotati at the corner of Old Redwood Hwy and West Sierra Avenue under the giant tent!
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 795.5508

• October 9 - 10 & October 16 - 17 -- ARTrails Open Studios
  Exhbition: A program of the Arts Council of Sonoma County, ARTrails is an annual fall tradition and Sonoma County's largest and most visible arts event. ARTrails provides a rare opportunity for the public to meet local artists in their studios and learn about their diverse creative processes and techniques.
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.2787

• October 9 - 12 & October 16 - 19 -- Tolay Fall Festival
  Family Fun: During two long weekends in October, Sonoma County Regional Parks will host the Annual Tolay Fall Festival. Come be part of a new Sonoma County tradition! The Festival features hayrides, fall games, outdoor education, performing arts and of course, Pumpkins! Tolay Regional Park, 5869 Lakeville Highway, Petaluma
  Fee: Free AdmissionTime: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Thurs - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sat & Sun Phone Number: (707) 565.2041

• October 9 -- Artisano: Local Wine, Food & Art
  Benefit: Artisano is a celebration of small production, locally handcrafted wine, food and art and the people who produce it. Wine tasting, small plates, sample artisan cheeses, charcuterie, chocolates and more from gourmet artisans, artists, chef demonstrations, live and silent auctions and dance to fabulous live music. Benefitting Slow Food Sonoma County North. Geyserville Inn, Geyserville, CA
  Fee: $75/$45 Designated DriverTime: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 878.6621

• October 9 -- Oktoberfest in Cloverdale
  Festival: Annual Oktoberfest - Cloverdale Downtown Plaza. German food (bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad, apple crisp), wine and beer tasting, live music, silent auction, raffles, street vendors, children's activities, and more! A seasonal tradition that's fun for the entire family.
  Fee: event free; meal $15 in advanceTime: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 894.2039

• October 9 -- Keller Estate Winery Harvest 2010
  Wine Education: To join us during our Harvest on October 9th, 2010, please send us an email to customercare@kellerestate.co or call us. Don't miss this amazing opportunity! 5875 Lakeville Hwy., Petaluma, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 765.2117

• October 9 -- Bill Soberanes Annual Whiskerino Contest
  Celebration: The Petaluma Farmers' Market will sponsor the annual Bill Soberanes Whiskerino Contest in Walnut Park, the judging will take place at 3:00pm in the Gazebo. All categories welcome; show off your facial hair to one and all - Full beards, goatees, moustaches, sideburns and peach fuzz. There will be live music by The Wayward Angels.
  Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707)762.0344

• October 9 -- Eco-Tour Dog Hike at Kunde Family Estate
  Recreation, Wine Education: Bring man's best friend to join 4th generation winegrower Jeff Kunde and his labs on a hiking tour through our 1,850 acre estate. The hike will conclude with wine tasting and lunch for the humans, and a "Paw Bar" for the furry friends. Partial proceeds benefit our charity partners. Register online at kunde.com. Hurry... they sell out fast!
  Fee: $45 Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 282.1534

• October 10 -- Festa Italiana
  Festival: Bring the family for a fun-filled day of good food, opera and folk music, classic auto show, silent auction, face-painting, travel education programs, mercato shopping, cooking demonstrations, bocce ball for adults and children and much more. The 18th Annual Festival is sponsored by the North Bay Italian Cultural Foundation.
  Fee: $5 in advance, $8 at the doorTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 591.9696

• October 10 -- Oktoberfest
  Celebration: 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
  Fee: $15Time: doors open 12:00 noon - music starts at 2:00 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 664.0375

• October 10 -- Wine Country Marathon & Half Marathon
  Recreation: Start and finish Downtown Healdsburg. Run past miles of vineyards and dozens of award winning wineries.
  Fee: $60 - $90Time: 7 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 888.6256

• October 10 -- Dutcher Crossing Winery's Annual Octoberfest
  Celebration: Always a favorite event, this fest features authentic German eats and entertainment. Enjoy our fine wines or raise a stein of frosty local craft brew. But we won't make you choose: Try both! 8533 Dry Creek Road, Geyserville, CA
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.2700

• October 14 - 17 -- Napa Sonoma Wine and Food Festival
  Food & Wine Education: The Napa Sonoma Wine and Food Festival celebrates its inaugural event of wine, food, and fashion with a four-day extravaganza. The event brings together world-renowned winemakers, celebrated chefs and industry insiders for a medley of signature events designed to entertain, educate and inspire! Call for more information.
  Fee: Festival $65/Special Events $50-$250Time: Thurs 5p.m.-10p.m./Fri-Sun 11a.m.-5p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.1434

• October 14 - 17 -- Napa Sonoma Wine and Food Festival
  Festival, Food & Wine Education: Word-renowned Wine, food, design, art & lifestyle experiences at the legendary CornerStone Gardens and other nearby venues. Wine Festival Oct 16 1-4pm. Proceeds benefit Sonoma Mentoring Alliance & NapaLearns. Call for more information!
  Fee: $50-$250pp - prices vary by eventTime: Varies Phone Number: (805) 688.1434

• October 15 -- Big Oktoberfest Bash
  Celebration: Come and join the Sonoma County Museum at this year's annual Big Oktober Bash. Mirco-brew tasting, Live Music, Delectable Treats & Eats, Raffle Prizes. 21+ please. Sonoma County Museum, 425 7th Street, Santa Rosa CA,
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.1500 x 13

• October 16 -- Wine Country Memory Walk
  Benefit: Annual fundraising event benefiting the North Bay Alzheimer's Association. An easy 2.5 mile loop around beautiful Shollenberger Park in Petaluma. Call for more information.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. (Registration 8:30 a.m.) Phone Number: (707) 573.1210 x1606

• October 16 -- Chef's Harvest 2010
  Celebration, Food & Wine Education: Seghesio invites renowned Top Chefs :Corrine Trang, Hoss Zare, Seamus Mullen, and Executive Chef Jon Helquist World Cuisine, paired with our limited production Zinfandels.As the sun begins to set, the bandstand will light up the evening with beloved Bay Area band, Wonderbread 5, playing International Rock and Roll Party Music.
  Fee: $95 Club Members & $125 GuestsTime: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 433.7764

• October 16 -- Healdsburg Crush Festival
  Celebration, Benefit: The who's who of Sonoma County wineries and restaurants will gather under one roof for an evening of food and wine tasting in downtown Healdsburg, just one block east of the Plaza, for the Healdsburg Crush Festival, sponsored by St. John Catholic School. Raffle drawings, silent auction lots, buy-in parties and live music round out the evening’s festivities.
  Fee: $65Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 318.7997

• October 16 -- Sonoma County Wine Pioneer Series - Biodynamic Wineries
  Wine Education: Each segment in the Series consists of an interactive seminar and wine tasting where you will taste & listen to winemakers speak. Benziger - Chris Benziger, Porter Creek Vineyards - Alex Davis, Quivira Vineyards and Winery - Steven Canter . Held at the Dry Creek Kitchen, 317 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $65Time: Call for information and reservations Phone Number: (707) 431.0330

• October 16 -- Oktoberfest Petaluma
  Celebration: Partake in beer, live music, dancing, & delicious food. A day spent at Oktoberfest will be the highlight of your Oktober. Petaluma Community Center at Lucchesi Park 320 N. McDowell Blvd Petaluma, CA 94954
  Fee: $10 in advance/$12 at the door, $4 in advanceTime: 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 763.9556

• October 16 - 17 -- Ukiah Country Pumpkinfest
  Celebration, Family Fun: Parade at 10 am, Haunted House, Beer and Wine Tasting, Arts and Crafts, Free Children’s Activities, Pet Costume Contest, Scarecrow City, Pumpkin Pie Bake Off and more. Redwood Empire Fairgrounds, Ukiah, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 463.6231

• October 16 -- Asti Tour de Vine Bicycle Tour
  Recreation: Cloverdale Rotary is hosting the 3rd Annual Asti Tour de Vine Bicycle Tour, Saturday, October 16, 2010. Begin at Cellar No. 8 Wines, located at Asti Winery, 26150 Asti Road, Cloverdale; luncheon served with Cellar No. 8 wines. Event t-shirt included. There are 25k, 50k, 100k and 100 mile routes.
  Fee: &60/adults; $35/students & minorsTime: 7 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 894.7848

• October 16 -- Story Book Reading and Gourd Painting Workshop
  Lecture, Historic: All lectures are open to the public Lecture dates and times are subject to change based on availability. The California Indian Museum and Cultural Center 5250 Aero Drive, Santa Rosa, Ca
  Fee: Donations welcomeTime: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.3004

• October 17 -- Cruise'n Classic Car Sunday at B.R. Cohn
  Exhibition: Bruce Cohn, proprietor of the B.R. Cohn Winery in Sonoma and himself a classic car collector, builder and aficionado is pleased to announce Cruise'n Classic Car Sundays to be held at B.R. Cohn Winery. Classic car enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their own cars to exhibit. 15000 Sonoma Hwy 12, Glen Ellen
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 330.4064

• October 17 -- Autumn Faire & Market
  Celebration, Live Music: Food vendors, kids activities, and lots of creative artisan vendors with everything from one of a kind clothing and jewelry, to photographs, alter rocks, kitchen items and African baskets and beads. Presented by the Monte Rio Recreation & Park District.
  Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 865.9956

• October 21- 22 -- Boom Town at the Wells Fargo Center
  Family Fun, Performing Arts: From the creators of “Birdhouse Factory,” comes an all-new theatrical-circus production where early mining inspired machines serve as the playground for prospectors and adventure seekers. Cirque Mechanics is a company of agile, inventive performers, all veterans of companies such as The Moscow Circus and Cirque du Soleil. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: Oct 21 - 6:30 p.m., Oct 22 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• October 22 - 25 -- Friends of SR Libraries Book Faire
  Benefit: Biggest/Best used book sale north of San Francisco. 1000s of donated books selling for bargain prices. Among them are choice art books & cookbooks as well as exceptional bargains in children's books, collector's editions & computer books with CD-ROMs. A large variety of movies on VHS & DVD, books on tape & CD, and music tapes & CDs.
  Fee: $5 Friday; Free Admission Sat - MonTime: Fri 3 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Sat-Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Mon, 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 545.0831 x 541

• October 23 -- Howl-O-Ween
  Celebration, Benefit: Food, haunted house, games, raffle and more! Fundraiser will benefit the local wildlife rescue program, educational outreach and children’s nature programs. Visit us on the web for more information. Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue, Wildlife Center, 403 Mecham Road, Petaluma, CA
  Fee: $5 Ages 11 & up/$3 Ages 6-11/5 & under FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 484.6889

• October 23 - 24 -- Big Band Tribute at Wells Fargo Center
  Live Music: From “In The Mood” to “Moonlight Serenade” to Buddy Rich’s iconic “West Side Story Suite,” join Maestro Michael Berkowitz and the Santa Rosa Symphony for a big band blast to the past! 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: Oct 23 8 p.m., Oct 24 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• October 23 -- Pink Party at Graton Ridge Cellars!
  Celebration, Benefit: Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us for Vino, Cheeses and Saving the Tata's! Get a pink boa with each wine purchase! Send us the name and/or photo of the loved one that you'd like to honor and we'll post them on our "Pretty in Pink" Wall of Fame!(Even if you aren't able to join us.) 3561 Gravenstein Hwy North, Sebastopol, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (open house style) Phone Number: (707) 823.3040

• October 23 -- Ghoulwill Ball benefiting Goodwill Ind.
  Celebration, Benefit: "Haunted Hollywood" Halloween Costume Ball to be held at Legends at Bennett Valley, 3328 Yulupa Avenue, Santa Rosa. Ticket includes music by "Twice As Good", dancing, appetizers, full buffet, and choice of beer, wine, and champagne cocktails. Silent Auction, Balloon Pop, Costume Contests, and more.
  Fee: $89 per person ($110 after Oct. 8th)Time: 7:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 523.0550 x213

• October 23 -- Catacombes de Paris Winemaker Dinner
  Food & Wine Education: Join us for a French-inspired four-course menu executed (sans la guillotine) by Chef Dan Lucia and paired with the exceptional wines of Moshin Vineyards. Winemaker/proprietor Rick Moshin will be your host at River Myst Haven for this vintimate event, a lovely opportunity to eat, drink and be scary! Reservations required - space is limited.
  Fee: $100 per personTime: Undertaking begins at 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.8146

• October 23 -- Harvest Moon Lamb Dinner at Gloria Ferrer
  Celebration: Celebrate the 2010 crush at Gloria Ferrer with a dinner featuring Sonoma County’s finest lamb and Pinot Noir. The evening will commence with a full harvest moon rising over Carneros, while our guests sip bubbly from our unparalleled Vista Terrace. Bruce Campbell of CK Lamb will be manning the grill at this exclusive event. Reserve your tickets soon, as space is extremely limited. 23555 Carneros Highway (121), Sonoma
  Fee: $95, $80.75 for wine club membersTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.1999

• October 23 -- Harvest Festival at Robledo Family Winery
  Celebration: Celebrate Harvest with the blessing of the Grapes and Olives, live Mariachi music, Aztec dancers, a grape stomp competition and delicious Mexican cuisine. RSVP only. 21901 Bonness Road, Sonoma
  Fee: $65 per personTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 939.6903

• October 23 - 25 -- Pinot Festival "Pinot On The River"
  Wine Education: Pinot On The River is a full-immersion weekend of Pinot Noir, featuring a full program of in-depth tastings and seminars, vineyard tours and sumptuous food. From Friday's kickoff dinner to a Saturday of intimate Pinot seminars and tastings all the way through Sunday's "Pinot Noir Grand Tasting," with ten Artisan Cheese Vendors if you love Pinot Noir, it's a weekend you must not miss.
  Fee: VariesTime: call for schedule of events & locations Phone Number: (707) 922.1096

• October 24 -- Taste & Twirl at Jacuzzi Vineyards
  Recreation, Instruction: Learn to dance! Dance to the sweet sounds of the Andoni Panici Trio. No partner necessary - singles encouraged All ages welcome - Free under 15 Bring dancing shoes (flip flops, backless or tennies not advised) Complimentary wine tasting. Purchase tickets online, in the tasting room or at the door. 24724 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA
  Fee: $20 single/ $35 coupleTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 931.7575

• October 26 -- Vince Gill at the Wells Fargo Center
  Live Music: Celebrate with ambassador of country music, Vince Gill—winner of 19 Grammy Awards and creator of such outstanding hits as “I Still Believe In You,” “When I Call Your Name” and “The Key.” With special guest Gary Mule Deer. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• October 29 -- Rob Schneider at the Wells Fargo Center
  Performing Arts: Feature film star and “Saturday Night Live” alum Rob Schneider returns to the stage with a stand-up comedy tour that’s taking him around the globe. In Santa Rosa for one night only, Schneider says there’s a lot of great material out there right now with the economy and the political scene, so the timing is perfect.
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• October 29 -- Occidental Harvest Market Festival
  Festival: Hosted by the Occidental Bohemian Farmers Market. Festival attractions include pumpkin painting, Dia de los Muertos activities, gourmet food, artisan crafts, live music and performances, and much more.
  Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m. - dusk Phone Number: (707) 793.2159

• October 30 -- Christopher Creek's Fall For Zin
  Wine Education: Join us for our Annual Fall event, celebrating our gold medal winning Zinfandels. We will taste and offer for sale several vintages of our dueling Zins, the Russian River versus the Dry Creek, as well as hearty fall fare. 641 Limerick Lane, Healdsburg
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.8243

• October 30 -- David Sedaris at the Wells Fargo Center
  Performing Arts: One of America’s pre-eminent humorists, returns for an evening of incisive social critique, tall tales of odd jobs and humiliating family anecdotes. A master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today, Sedaris deftly slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Call for information and ticketsTime: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 546.3600

• October 31 -- Petaluma Downtown Trick or Treat Trail
  Family Fun: Parents, be sure to gather your little ghosts & goblins, and join the participating downtown merchants for the annual "Trick or Treat Trail" (follow the orange & black balloons) Merchants will be handing out candy to costumed children. Call for more information.
  Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.9348

Ongoing Events

• Daily -- Charcuterie on the Patio at St. Francis Winery
  Food & Wine Education: Relax on our Syrah Patio at the foot of the Majestic Mayacamas and sample our chef's selection of local cheeses, meats and housemade rillettes paired with your choice of a red or white flight. Our summer Charcuterie and wine tasting experience is the perfect way to enjoy a casual Sonoma Valley afternoon. Walk-ins welcome. 100 Pythian Road at Hwy 12, Santa Rosa
  Fee: $25/$20 Wine Club MembersTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 675.9463

• Ongoing -- Relish Culinary School Cooking Classes
  Food Education: Relish combines professional chefs and distinct venues to create unique cooking classes and other culinary events. Classes cover a wide variety of topics, from cooking basics to gourmet wine pairings, ethnic menus to cooking with children. Call or visit us online for more information. Relish Culinary School, 14 Matheson Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: $25 - $125 per classTime: Varies Phone Number: (707) 431.9999

• Ongoing -- Cooking and Wine Classes at Ramekins
  Food Education: Sonoma Valley's only facility dedicated to the education of the home cook, from amateur to the aficionado. Renowned chefs, authors and culinary experts teach their styles and techniques with class participants. Located just off the Sonoma Plaza, Ramekins features all types of cooking and wine classes year 'round. Call or visit us online for class schedule. 450 West Spain Street, Sonoma
  Fee: $35-$80 per classTime: Varies Phone Number: (707) 933.0450 x811

• Daily -- Reserve Wine & Food Pairing at Kendall-Jackson
  Wine & Food Education: Our executive Chef, Justin Wangler, has created a special reserve wine and food tasting focusing on the winery's small-production, limited release wines, including Highland Estates and Stature wines paired with delectable original recipes specifically to pair with the featured wines. Kendall-Jackson Wine Center, 5007 Fulton Road, Fulton
  Fee: $25/$30 Groups of 6 or more /$18 Wine Club Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 576.3810

• April 1 - October 31, 2010 -- Tours of Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
  Recreation: Enjoy Docent-led tours of home and stroll through beautiful gardens at this National, State & City historic landmark where Luther Burbank, world-renowned horticulturist, lived and worked at the turn of the 20th century. Free admission to Gardens and Gift Shop. Santa Rosa & Sonoma Avenues, Downtown Santa Rosa
  Fee: Free Admission/Docent Tours $7Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (closed Monday) Phone Number: (707) 524.5445

• August 28 - January 23, 2011 -- New Exhibit:"Peanuts...Naturally"
  Exhibition, Family Fun: Schulz enjoyed introducing his readers to fun facts about the natural world through his characters' sometimes skewed perspectives. Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA (museum closed on Tuesdays after Labor Day)
  Fee: $10 Adults/$5 Youth/Members Free Time: Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-5p.m. /Sat-Sun 10a.m.-5p.m. Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• September 13 - November 21 -- "Hands on Harvest" at Windsor Oaks
  Wine Education: Enjoy a real behind the scenes experience! Start with a 4-wheel drive vineyard tour with hands-on vineyard activity.Enjoy in-depth exposure to artisan winemaking techniques, then taste our finished small lot artisan wines. Highlights include picking grapes, "punching down", tasting juice at various stages and more! 10810 Hillview Road, Windsor, Ca
  Fee: $50pp StartingTime: By Appointment Phone Number: (707) 433.4050

• September 16 - November 22 -- "The Vietnam Experience"
  Exhibition: Take a tour through Vietnam War history guided by the allied vets who lived It at the Petaluma Museum’s newest exhibit titled The Vietnam Experience: A Soldier’s Story opening Sept. 16, in the Petaluma Museum at 20 Fourth St. in the Northern California city that has been called America’s quintessential hometown.
  Fee: $3 donationTime: Thurs. - Sat. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 778.4398

• September 20 - November 13 -- Imagining The Pomo Way
  Exhibition: Artists from the Sebastopol Gallery will be showing works that interpret "Imagining the Pomo Way" and joining in the celebration of Pomo month in Sebastopol in October. Reception Oct 2, 5-7pm with Albert Tenaya,native flute and Pomo singer Armando Williams. 150 N Main St., Sebastopol, CA.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 829.7200

• September 22 - February 21 -- New Exbibit: Searching Out New Territory: Experiments in Peanuts
  Exhibition: Charles Schulz tested the bounds of his comic world from time to time, but quickly learned to discard characters, themes and portrayals that distracted from the strip. Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA
  Fee: Free to members, adults:$10, kids:$5.Time: 11a.m. - 5 p.m., weekdays,10 a.m. - 5 p.m., weekends Phone Number: (707) 579.4452

• Every Sunday, May 9 - November 21, 2010 -- Windsor Farmers Market
  Recreation: The market will host a wide array of fresh produce, including vegetables, fruits, and herbs, and several varieties of dried fruit, and fruit platters at Christmas time. At the Windsor Town Green on Bell Road
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 838.5382

• Every Tuesday, June 1 - October 26, 2010 -- Healdsburg Farmers' Market
  Market: A wide variety of fruits and vegetables are available, as well as cheese, honey, olive oil, bread, wild fish, pasture-finished meat and fresh eggs. North and Vine Streets, two blocks NW of the Plaza, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431-1956

• Every Wednesday & Saturday -- Santa Rosa Original Farmer's Market
  Markets: The year round farmers' market is know as the Original Santa Rosa Farmers Market. Along with fruits and vegetables from Sonoma County and other local areas, you'll find food and cooking products, fresh seafood, baked goods, cheese, honey, flowers, plants, and arts & crafts all from local farmers and artisans. Santa Rosa Veteran's Building East Parking Lot, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa
  Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• First Friday of the month -- Williamson Wines - 2010 Epicurean Dinners
  Food & Wine Education: Join Bill and Dawn Williamson for an Epicurean Dinner at the Dry Creek Kitchen featuring food perfectly paired with Williamson Wines! Chef Dustin and Bill Williamson work together to create and pair each of the six course dinners. 317 Healdsburg Ave, Hotel Healdsburg, Healdsburg, CA
  Fee: $150 all inclusive, limited to 10 guest Time: Call for information and reservations Phone Number: (707) 433.1500

• Every Friday & Saturday Night -- Live Jazz at the Hotel Healdsburg
  Live Music: Come relax and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine in the Fire Side Lounge while listening to some of the Bay Area's finest jazz musicians in duo, and trio combinations! 25 Matheson Street, Healdsburg
  Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.0330

• Every Friday -- Sonoma Valley Friday Farmers' Market
  Market: Year 'round Farmers' Market at Depot Park, First Street West, Sonoma, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 538.7023

• Every Friday and Saturday -- Blackstone Wine & Cheese Pairing
  Food & Wine Education: This lovely wine country experience features local cheeses paired with our Tasting Room exclusive wines. Reservations required. Group size limited to 12 people. Please call for reservations and more information. 8450 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood, CA
  Fee: $25Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 833.1999 x2

• Every Friday & Saturday -- Ravenswood Wine Blending Seminar
  Wine Education: Feeling daring? We have the place for the novice blender or the most seasoned wine drinker to learn the art of winemaking! Create your own melange of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Carignane, then take your masterpiece home in a 375-ml bottle to impress your friends and family! Reservations required. 18701 Gehricke Road, Sonoma, CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.2349

• May 14 - October 15, 2010 -- Friday Evening Happy Hour at Simi
  Celebration: Slices of pizza, whole pizzas from the menu and glasses of wine will be served on the deck from 2pm - 6pm on Friday evenings. Guests can enjoy a glass of wine on a hot summer night under the cool redwood trees with a great slice of pizza. Pizzas are also available for take-out as well. Simi Winery, 16275 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg
  Fee: VariesTime: See description Phone Number: (800) 746.4880

• Every Saturday, May 23-October 31, 2010 -- Petaluma Farmers' Market
  Market: Enjoy the bounty of Sonoma County produce, much of it organic, and find a wealth of fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, plants, baked goods, fresh cider, cheese, Indian foods, live entertainment and more. Walnut Park on the corner of Petaluma Blvd South and D Streets, Petaluma
  Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 762.0344

• Every Saturday -- Public Tastings at MacRostie Winery
  Wine Education: MacRostie Winery and Vineyards are opening its Sonoma winemaking facility every Saturday for walk-in tastings. 21481 8th Street East, Sonoma
  Fee: $10 (waived with wine purchase)Time: Sat 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m/M-F by appt Phone Number: (707) 996.4480

• Every Saturday, May 2-November 28, 2010 -- Healdsburg Certified Farmers' Market
  Market: Saturday Market held at North and Vine Streets, One block west of the Plaza, Healdsburg
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 431.1956

• First Thursday of Every Month -- Downtown Sebastopol Artwalk
  Museums & Exhibitions: Begins at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts and continues into local businesses, cafes, galleries and restaurants. Downtown Sebastopol, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 823.3032

• March 19, May 7, June 19, August 6, September 17, October 29, 2010 -- Wine Tasting FUNdamentals at Gloria Ferrer
  Wine Education: Hosted by Cindy Friedman, CWP Learn the art of savoring wine, while enjoying five varietals from the Carneros region. Tips on tasting, proper storage, preservation, presentation and serving will ensure that you leave as an expert in understanding the subtleties of wine. 23555 Hwy Carneros Hwy., Sonoma
  Fee: $25Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 933.1917