Smog checks available now—always ready when you are

Hamilton's Smog

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection station. Since 2021, we've been serving the community with efficient smog checks for all types of vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and hybrid cars, as well as large trucks and RVs. Our certified technicians perform both STAR and non-STAR inspections, ensuring your vehicle meets all state requirements. Simply drive in for a hassle-free inspection, with most vehicles completed in under 30 minutes.

Marin County

Albert Gregory

Bay Area

Novato

California

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection...

Gaspare's Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante &amp; Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic Italian dishes, handcrafted pizzas, and comforting favorites made with quality ingredients. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed dinner, meeting friends for drinks, or catching the game at the bar, you can expect great food and genuine hospitality every time. Visit us and experience the difference.

San Rafael

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic...

Local to Novato Pay-What-You-Can music program

Maud Powell String Institute 

We are a high quality and highly accessible music nonprofit for immigrant and underserved communities in Novato, CA. We have a Pay-What-You-Can tuition system in place for low income families. We also provide the instruments to all our students.

We are a high quality and highly accessible music nonprofit for immigrant and underserved communities in Novato, CA. We have a Pay-What-You-Can...

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Mary Cox Ryckman, Member of Giacomini Family

Community Corner

San Anselmo-Fairfax

Sonoma County

Angela Woodall

Petaluma

Larkspur-Corte Madera

Mill Valley

Sonoma Valley

Contra Costa County

Pinole-Hercules

El Cerrito

Rohnert Park-Cotati

Alameda County

Albany

T Barny Gallery & Sculpture Gardens

We The Sculptors…From ancient monuments carved in stone to bold contemporary abstraction, sculpture has always been a defiant presence in the world. It occupies space and refuses to be ignored.
Ten Sonoma County sculptors will gather at the T Barny Gallery and Sculpture Gardens on April 25 &amp; 26 from 11 AM to 4 PM to celebrate International Sculpture Days with an event titled We The Sculptors. (<a href="https://sculpture.org/page/isday" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://sculpture.org/page/isday</a>
) Their works range from Ceramics to Stone, and Steel to Zip Ties.
Join us in the gardens for a free weekend of art that speaks, resists, and invites you to do the same. 
Come stand with us and join the conversation. Come make a little, very good trouble of your own - Defiant Dissidence 
For more information, please contact Wendy Dayton <a href="mailto:manager@tbarny.com">manager@tbarny.com</a>, 
707-431-8378

Local Event: "We The Sculptors…"

Healdsburg

"We The Sculptors…"

We The Sculptors…From ancient monuments carved in stone to bold contemporary abstraction, sculpture has always been a defiant...

Marin Civic Center Lagoon Park, 160 Armory Dr., San Rafael, CA 94903 

Join us for a community celebration of movement, inclusion, and possibility.
​The Paths to Possibility 5K is a family-friendly community event open to participants of all ages and abilities. Whether you run, walk, or roll, this inclusive celebration brings together students, families, educators, local businesses and non-profitsfor a morning of movement, connection, and shared purpose. All proceeds benefit the Helix School’s programs for neurodivergent youth from age 5 to 22. 
What to Expect:
- Scenic 5K and fully accessible 1M routes
- Music, raffle prizes, speakers, race awards
​- Food and beverage trucks
- Activities for kids

- Participants receive a Paths to Possibility t-shirt and bib with registration
When: 
Sunday, April 26, 2026 – 8 to 11 am
Onsite registration opens at 8 am
Participants will begin at 9 am
Where: 
Marin Civic Center Lagoon Park
160 Armory Dr.
San Rafael, CA 94903 

Your participation supports The Helix School’s mission of guiding autistic children to lead fulfilling and connected lives. Funds raised help expand programs, services, assistive technologies, and ensure that every student has access to what they need to thrive.
To register, volunteer, or support, please visit: <a href="https://www.thehelixschool.org/p2p5k" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.thehelixschool.org/p2p5k</a>

Local Event: Paths to Possibility 5K Run, Walk, Roll – Supporting Autistic Learners

Paths to Possibility 5K Run, Walk, Roll –...

Join us for a community celebration of movement, inclusion, and possibility.
​The Paths to Possibility 5K is a family-friendly...

Paths to Possibility 5K Run, Walk, Roll – Supporting Autistic Learners

Historic Downtown Petaluma

Step into a day of discovery in the heart of Historic Downtown Petaluma!
Join us for the 41st Annual Petaluma Antique Faire on Sunday, April 26, from 8 AM to 4 PM, where over 200 dealers transform downtown into one of Northern California’s most beloved open-air antique markets. Admission is free and plenty of Free Parking!
Stroll through Kentucky Street, Fourth Street, B St, Western Avenue, and the A Street parking lot as you explore a curated mix of estate jewelry, vintage décor, furniture, art, linens, books, kitchenware, and truly one-of-a-kind collectibles. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply love the thrill of the find, there’s something here for every style and every budget.
Set against the backdrop of Petaluma’s stunning historic architecture, the Faire offers more than shopping, enjoy charming boutiques, incredible restaurants, and a vibrant, welcoming downtown atmosphere.
Drawing over&nbsp;10,000 visitors each year, this cherished tradition is the perfect way to spend a spring day treasure hunting in one of the Bay Area’s most picturesque destinations.
Come early, stay awhile, and take home something special.
👉 For details, visit <a target="_blank" href="https://www.PetalumaDowntown.com" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PetalumaDowntown.com</a>Join us for a day of shopping and collecting in beautiful Downtown Petaluma!

Local Event: Treasure Hunting in Petaluma - Vintage Finds & Timeless Treasures Await

Treasure Hunting in Petaluma - Vintage Finds &...

Step into a day of discovery in the heart of Historic Downtown Petaluma!
Join us for the 41st Annual Petaluma Antique Faire on...

Treasure Hunting in Petaluma - Vintage Finds & Timeless Treasures Await

Mill Valley Community Center

Join the fun at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-marin-2026-tickets-1977326511825" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Earth Day Marin</a>, our 5th annual environmental celebration on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 12 to 3pm, at the Mill Valley Community Center in Marin County. 
Earth Day Marin is a free community event for people of all ages, with green booths, fun activities, EVs, art, music, dancing, games and talks in a beautiful outdoor setting. We expect it to be the largest Earth Day event in Marin!
Visit 50 booths hosted by green businesses, environmental and community groups to help build a more just and sustainable world. You will learn about sustainable living, clean energy, electric vehicles, heat pumps, healthy food, living lightly, climate justice and resilient communities.
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-marin-2026-tickets-1977326511825" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE</a> – and get a FREE ICE CREAM in our welcome booth!
<a href="https://greenchange.net/earthdaymarin2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Earth Day Marin 2026</a> is produced by <a href="https://www.greenchange.net/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Green Change</a> with support from the City of Mill Valley, County of Marin, MCE, Sustainable Marin and <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L2ClDuHlBwkoZUyekrb6RJ6HexeiaGVQpt6xO-2qcW0/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.s3jo26jluss" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">50+ exhibitors</a>. See our <a href="https://greenchange.net/earthdaymarin#featured" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">featured attractions</a> below.
To learn more, <a href="https://greenchange.net/earthdaymarin2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">visit our event page</a> and <a href="https://vimeo.com/1161971189?share=copy&amp;fl=sv&amp;fe=ci" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">watch our video trailer</a>.&nbsp;
Would you like to volunteer at our free community event? <a href="https://greenchange.net/volunteer" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sign up here</a> to join our team! 
Come celebrate Earth Day with us and help create a better world! _______________________



<h2>Featured Attractions</h2>
This year’s <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-marin-2026-tickets-1977326511825" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Earth Day Marin</a> features a wide range of popular attractions:
<ul><li><a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/earth-day-marin-2026#exhibitors" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">50+ green exhibits</a> like <a href="https://www.mcecleanenergy.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MCE</a>, <a href="https://www.genatural.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Good Earth</a>, <a href="https://www.resilientneighborhoods.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Resilient Neighborhoods</a> and <a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/earth-day-marin-2026#exhibitors" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">more</a>!</li><li>New electric vehicles at the EV &amp; Ebike Show by <a href="https://rideanddriveclean.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Ride and Drive Clean</a>.</li><li><a href="https://greenchange.net/tips/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Green Tips</a>: Learn about <a href="https://greenchange.net/action/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">climate action</a> in the <a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/green-change-exhibit/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Green Change Exhibit</a>.&nbsp;</li><li>Youth Zone: green booths by students at the <a href="https://thesel.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin School of Environmental Leadership</a>,&nbsp; <a href="https://www.sustainablemarinschools.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sustainable Marin Schools</a> and <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/harvesthelpers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Harvest Helpers</a>.&nbsp;</li><li>Democracy &amp; Justice Zone: help build a more just and sustainable world with community groups like <a href="https://bayareacoalition.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bay Area Coalition</a>, <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/resistanddefend/home" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Resist and Defend</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb5IzTT9Dd4" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin City Climate Resilience</a> and more!&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Aztec Dancers: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/12hCtzsPwnSy1Vk6Nnm5346obhvBg7sStmjtBgk0BC08/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.87b0iy1ogmmm" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Familia Mixcoatl</a> will perform sacred dances honoring nature at 1:45pm.</li><li>Music by <a href="https://www.andrethierry.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Andre Thierry and his Accordion Soul Music</a>, with zydeco tunes at 2 and 2:45pm.</li><li>Speakers will share calls to action for a better world at 2:15pm: <a href="https://connolly.asmdc.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Damon Connolly</a>, <a href="https://www.cityofmillvalley.gov/directory.aspx?EID=109" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Max Perrey</a>, <a href="https://vimeo.com/1130551423" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Raquel Berlanga Rojas</a>, <a href="https://www.floydthompkins.com/about" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rev. Floyd Thompkins</a>, youth activists and more!&nbsp;</li><li>Fun activities for all ages:&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/green-pledges/?portfolioCats=173" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Make a Green Pledge</a> and get your photo taken with Mother Earth.</li><li><a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/anytown-usa/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Anytown USA</a> - Create your own sustainable town in a race against time.&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/human-triangle/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Human Triangle</a> - Pull the Earth to a better place in this cooperative game.</li><li><a href="https://www.flickr.com/search/?sort=date-taken-desc&amp;safe_search=1&amp;tags=wishingtree&amp;user_id=44124339301@N01&amp;view_all=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Wishing Tree</a> - Write a wish for the world and hang it on a burned manzanita tree.</li></ul></li><li>Activities for children include:&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/earth-island/?portfolioCats=173" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Earth Island</a> - Art for Kids: Create your own sustainable paradise.</li><li><a href="https://www.mobilemakerclub.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mobile Maker Club</a> - Create solar art and devices, learn about clean energy.</li><li><a href="https://www.paintedbins.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Painted Bins</a> - view children’s art about climate action in the lobby.</li></ul></li><li>FREE ice cream from <a href="https://www.strausfamilycreamery.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Straus Family Creamery</a>!</li></ul>
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-marin-2026-tickets-1977326511825" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">GET YOUR FREE TICKETS HERE!&nbsp;</a>

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<h2>Meet our exhibitors</h2>
<a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/earth-day-marin-2026/#exhibitors" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Over 50 exhibitors and sponsors</a> are participating in Earth Day Marin! They represent green businesses, environmental and community groups from across Marin and the Bay Area.<a href="https://www.bankofmarin.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bank of Marin</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.baaqmd.gov/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bay Area Air Quality District</a> • <a href="https://bayareacoalition.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bay Area Coalition</a> • <a href="https://cooltheearth.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Cool the Earth</a> • <a href="https://www.genatural.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Good Earth</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.greenbelt.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Greenbelt Alliance</a> • <a href="https://greenchange.net/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Green Change</a> • <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fuerzasunidasmarin/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Fuerzas Unidas Marin</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.harvest-thermal.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Harvest</a> • <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/harvesthelpers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Harvest Helpers</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://johnowensservices.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">John Owens Services</a> • <a href="https://www.cityofmillvalley.gov/2132/Live-Well-Mill-Valley" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Live Well Mill Valley</a> • <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb5IzTT9Dd4" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin City Climate Resilience</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marincounty.gov/departments/cda/sustainability" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin Sustainability Team</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://thesel.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin School of Environmental Leadership</a> • <a href="https://marinccl.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin Citizens’ Climate Lobby</a> •&nbsp; <a href="https://www.marinconservationleague.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin Conservation League</a> • <a href="https://marinlibrary.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin County Free Library</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://marinsanitaryservice.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin Sanitary Service</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marinwater.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marin Water</a> • <a href="https://byebyemattress.com/programs-by-state/california/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mattress Recycling Council</a> • <a href="https://www.cityofmillvalley.org/2094/Beautification-Brigade" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mill Valley Beautification Brigade</a>&nbsp;•&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cityofmillvalley.gov/272/Emergency-Preparedness-Commission" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mill Valley Emergency Preparedness</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cityofmillvalley.gov/2186/Mill-Valley-Shoreline-Adaptation-Framewo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mill Valley Shoreline Adaptation</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.millvalleyrefuse.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mill Valley Refuse</a> • <a href="https://www.millvalleystreamkeepers.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mill Valley StreamKeepers</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mcecleanenergy.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MCE Clean Energy</a> • <a href="https://www.mobilemakerclub.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mobile Maker Club</a> • <a href="https://actionnetwork.org/groups/ofa-ca-marin" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">OFA Marin</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://openaltotunnel.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Open Alto Tunnel</a> • <a href="https://www.paintedbins.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Painted Bins</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://plasticfreemarin.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Plastic Free Marin</a> • <a href="https://www.playmarin.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Play Marin</a> • <a href="https://www.redlands.edu/academics/colleges-and-schools/school-of-business-and-society/presidio-center-for-sustainable-solutions" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Presidio Center for Sustainable Solutions</a> • <a href="https://www.resilientneighborhoods.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Resilient Neighborhoods</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://sites.google.com/view/resistanddefend/home" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Resist and Defend</a> • <a href="https://rideanddriveclean.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Ride and Drive Clean</a> • <a href="https://risingsunopp.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rising Sun Center for Opportunity</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.saintandrewpc.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Saint Andrew of Marin City</a> • <a href="https://www.sparetheair.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Spare the Air</a> • <a href="https://solarcraft.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SolarCraft</a> • <a href="https://www.strausfamilycreamery.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Straus Family Creamery</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://sustainablemarin.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sustainable Marin</a> • <a href="https://www.sustainablemarinschools.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sustainable Marin Schools</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sustainablesanrafael.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sustainable San Rafael</a> • <a href="https://www.sunfirstsolar.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sun First Solar</a> •&nbsp;<a href="https://350marin.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">350 Marin</a> • <a href="https://www.tam.ca.gov/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Transportation Authority of Marin</a> • <a href="https://vitalitybowls.com/locations/mill-valley/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Vitality Bowls</a> • <a href="https://savrbay.org/about-us/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Wastewater Treatment Agencies of Marin</a> • <a href="https://worldwrapps.com/locations/corte-madera/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">World Wrapps</a> • <a href="https://zerowastemarin.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Zero Waste Marin</a> – and <a href="https://greenchange.net/actions/earth-day-marin-2026#exhibitors" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">more</a>.&nbsp;
Visit their websites!
We hope to see you on April 26! 

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Local Event: Earth Day Marin 2026

Earth Day Marin 2026

Join the fun at Earth Day Marin, our 5th annual environmental celebration on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 12 to 3pm, at the...

Event: Two-week, four-session training – Senior Peer Counseling Program
When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, April 28, 29 and May 5,6, from 10am-1pm. 
Cost: Free of charge
Details: 
The Marin County Senior Peer Counseling Program will offer a two-week four-session training, Tuesdays and Wednesdays on April 28, 29 and May 5,6, from 10am-1pm. Led by Marin County Community Mental Health staff professionals, the training prepares volunteers, 55 and older, to provide supportive counseling to seniors, 60 and older, in Marin County. Volunteers will receive education on the issues of aging, training in basic counseling skills and information on community resources.Trained volunteers then make weekly visits to clients in their homes, supporting them in coping with aspects of aging while providing emotional support and practical resources. Volunteers also attend biweekly supervision groups, facilitated by mental health professionals with expertise in healthy aging.
If interested, please contact Michael Turrigiano, 415-473-4358, <a href="mailto:Micheal.Turrigiano@MarinCounty.gov">Micheal.Turrigiano@MarinCounty.gov</a>

Local Event: Senior Peer Counseling

Senior Peer Counseling

Event: Two-week, four-session training – Senior Peer Counseling Program
When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, April 28, 29 and May...

First Presbyterian San Anselmo

The amazing Katie Sontag -- her music has been described as "a big hug" -- is coming to Marin **this Wednesday, April 29th!** Come join us in San Anselmo for community singing: easy-to-learn songs of hope, resilience, belonging, and joy at the drop-in, open-to-anyone Opening Night of our Joyful Voices Chorus community choir with Guest Songleader Katie joining Marv. This is Katie's only California event on this trip down from Oregon! You can see Katie in action here: https://tinyurl.com/KatieLeading2
You don't have to be a member of our choir to sing with us Wednesday, you don't need any singing experience, and there's no music to read -- all voices are welcome! **Click the link for details, more Katie songs, and tickets** Come co-create the magic!

Local Event: Community Singing With Katie & Marv!

Community Singing With Katie & Marv!

The amazing Katie Sontag -- her music has been described as "a big hug" -- is coming to Marin **this Wednesday, April 29th!**...

Sonoma Veterans Memorial Hall

The 8th Annual Garagiste Festival: Northern Exposure is coming back on May 2, 2026 to give you rare access to the region's best small, hard-to-find winemakers. At this intimate event, you will discover and taste amazing, cutting edge wines from over 40 high-quality, micro-production, commercial wineries from Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, Sierra Foothills, and more.
Find out for yourself why we’ve been selling out our events for ten years and why we were named the #1 Wine Festival in the Country by USA Today! Meet the winemakers and hear directly from them about the ins and outs of their winemaking styles.
Over 90% of Garagiste wineries do not have a tasting room, so this is truly a singular chance to discover and meet the next great winemakers and get the opportunity to taste their amazing micro-production wines.&nbsp;Your appointment to try these wines is all in one room, right here! You won't be able to duplicate this tasting experience at any other wine event.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Meet the winemakers, taste their passion!
2026 Winemaker Participants include:&nbsp;Absolution Cellars, Amalgam Wines, Burning Bench Cellars, Carpenter Wine, Cazadero Winery, Chaney Family Winery, Cormorant Cellars, Crosby Roamann, Diablo Paso, Flora Ranch Co., Forgotten Union Wines, G &amp; C Lurton Estate, Gothic Noir Wine, Greyscale Wines, Jambe de Bois Wines, Kaleidos Wines, Kendric Vineyards, Krueger Vaught, Lussier Wine Co., Maybach Family Cellars, McCarter Cellars, Mersenne Wines, Mon Premier Wines, Nicolina Wines, Oxlee Graham Wines, Panther Ridge Vineyards, Pine Mountain Vineyards, Rock &amp; Clay Wines, Schermeister Winery, Shick Family Wines, Spur Road Wines, Staysail Cellars, Tercero Wines and Y.B. Wine Co.
&nbsp;GRAND TASTING: 2:00-5:00pm - Includes unlimited tasting with over 30 small lot winemakers, complimentary cheese, bread and charcuterie, as well as samples from local artisan vendors.
RARE &amp; RESERVE EARLY ACCESS: 1:00-5:00pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Entry an hour early at 1:00pm and enjoy access to Rare &amp; Reserve wines only being poured during this hour. Limited tickets available to create a less crowded experience.&nbsp;Only 150 Tickets are available to this session.&nbsp;

Local Event: Garagiste Wine Festival: 8th Annual Northern Exposure

Garagiste Wine Festival: 8th Annual Northern...

The 8th Annual Garagiste Festival: Northern Exposure is coming back on May 2, 2026 to give you rare access to the region's best...

Garagiste Wine Festival: 8th Annual Northern Exposure

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