Rohnert Park Weekend Planner: Sept. 23-25

Friday-Sunday:

The Pirates of Penzance is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert. The story concerns Frederic, who, having completed his 21st year, is released from his apprenticeship to a band of tender-hearted pirates. He meets Mabel, the daughter of Major-General Stanley, and the two young people fall instantly in love. Frederic finds out, however, that he was born on February 29, and so technically, he only has a birthday each leap year. His apprenticeship indentures state that he remains apprenticed to the pirates until his 21st birthday, and so he must serve for another 63 years. Bound by his own sense of duty, Frederic's only solace is that Mabel agrees to wait for him faithfully. Great music!

If you go: Tickets for the show are $20 and can be bought here. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinee is at 2 p.m. at , at 5409 Snyder Lane in Rohnert Park.

Saturday:

The 12th Annual Sonoma County Book Festival, the oldest general interest book festival in Northern California, features a full day of author readings, panel discussions, performers, booksellers, poetry, storytellers and activities for all ages.

If you go: This free event is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Old Courthouse Square in Downtown Santa Rosa. For a full schedule of events visit www.socobookfest.org.

Saturday:

Rohnert Park is 50 years old next year and the Anniversary Committee is hard at work creating a birthday party you won't forget. Join them for an evening of fun! Come dressed to impress, in your favorite '50s and '60s styles. Enjoy a barbecue dinner and dancing. There will also be contests for the best themed attire, bubble gum blowing, hula hoop and more. Must be 21+ to attend.

If you go: Pre-Sale tickets $25, tickets at the door are $30. Register here. The event is from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the , 5401 Snyder Lane in Rohnert Park.

Sunday:

Join Rohnert Park Warriors and the community for the Pacific Festival today. This free event features music, delicious food, fun raffle prizes and a silent auction and benefits the Rohnert Park Warriors. The professional dance group ‘Nomenzo’ will also dance between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

If you go: The festival is free and the show with Nomenzo is $10 for adults and $5 for kids. The event is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the  outdoor courtyard, at 5409 Snyder Lane in Rohnert Park. For more information call 707-843-9175 or visit www.rpwarriors.com. P.S. Bring your lawn chairs.

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