Sonoma Community Center

Saturday, September 20, 2026
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Session 2: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM<h3><a href="https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/venue/room-110/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Room 110;All Ages; All Levels </a></h3>In
 this playful half-day workshop, participants will create whimsical 
illuminated lanterns using vellum, paper, tissue, color, and light. 
Inspired by nature, memory, imagination, and celebratioTogether 
we will explore basic lantern-building techniques while creating 
meaningful objects to honor ancestors, loved ones, and the cycles of 
life.&nbsp; Participants are invited to add wishes, blessings, names, 
drawings, or messages of remembrance to their lanterns.This 
workshop is designed to be welcoming, creative, and accessible for 
beginners and mixed ages. Children are welcome with adult participation.Come create a lantern to carry into the autumn—a&nbsp; beacon of memory, beauty, and community light!
<h5>Required Supply List</h5>
Please bring the following supplies to the class:
<ul>
<li>Pruning Shears</li>



<li>Sketchbook</li>



<li>Optional: Meaningful images, poems, or small materials to inspire your design</li>
</ul>

Local Event: Fall Lantern Workshop – Family & Friends Session

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Fall Lantern Workshop – Family & Friends Session

Saturday, September 20, 2026
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Session 2: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PMRoom 110;All Ages; All Levels In
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Buena Vista Winery & Chateau Buena Vista

Join us in our Fountain Courtyard for a festive harvest lunch celebrating the flavors, traditions and spirit of the season. Indulge in oak-wood smoked whole organic pig, fresh tortillas and Epi breads, heirloom beans, vibrant salsas, heirloom tomatoes with burrata, and a refreshing watermelon, arugula and feta salad. Enjoy the afternoon with our wines, live music and a special behind-the-scenes conversation with a member of our winemaking team, who will share the craft and traditions behind our harvest season. Good food. Great wine. The magic of harvest.

Local Event: A Taste of Harvest Celebration

A Taste of Harvest Celebration

Join us in our Fountain Courtyard for a festive harvest lunch celebrating the flavors, traditions and spirit of the season....

The General's Daughter

Join Valley of the Moon Music Festival for an intimate afternoon of music, wine and Sonoma hospitality featuring an exclusive performance by internationally acclaimed violinist Alexi Kenney. Guests can also enjoy wine and appetizers and bid on unique silent auction experiences. Proceeds support VMMF’s artistic and educational programs, Laureate and Fellowship programs, and community partnerships.<a href="https://valleyofthemoonmusicfestival.org/event/2026-benefit-concert/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Buy your ticket today.</a>

Local Event: Valley of the Moon Music Festival Annual Benefit Concert

Valley of the Moon Music Festival Annual...

Join Valley of the Moon Music Festival for an intimate afternoon of music, wine and Sonoma hospitality featuring an exclusive...

Valley of the Moon Music Festival Annual Benefit Concert

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM<h3><a href="https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/venue/room-109-rotary-kitchen/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Room 109, Rotary Kitchen;Ages:18 and older;All Levels Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class with Gerardo Díaz, 
celebrating the bold, vibrant world of Mexican street food. You’ll learn
 to bring classic antojitos to life, mastering the traditional 
techniques and fresh ingredients behind each dish as you cook alongside 
Gerardo. Then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your work, packed with the
 layered flavors that make Mexican street food so beloved. Whether 
you’re new to the kitchen or a confident cook, you’ll leave with new 
skills and plenty to show for it. Come hungry and ready to cook.</a></h3>

Local Event: Mexican Street Food: An Evening with Gerardo Díaz

Mexican Street Food: An Evening with Gerardo Díaz

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PMRoom 109, Rotary Kitchen;Ages:18 and older;All Levels Roll up your sleeves for a...

Elizabeth Spencer Winery

Join us at Elizabeth Spencer for an enchanting evening under the stars featuring a screening of the beloved cult classic Practical Magic. We’ll welcome you with a complimentary splash of bubbles before the magic begins, with complimentary popcorn for the movie. Margarita pizza and Elizabeth Spencer wine by the glass and bottle will be available for purchase.
Plus visit The Owens Sisters Spritz Bar, where guests can begin with our signature wine spritzer and make it their own with enchanting garden embellishments: rosemary for luck, citrus for happiness, berries for love, and edible flowers for a little extra magic. Consider it your own garden-grown potion, best enjoyed under the stars.
With more magical moments throughout the evening. We can't wait to host you in your best witchy looks.
$10 per guest<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/161067/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Practical Magic | Movie Night in The Garden

Practical Magic | Movie Night in The Garden

Join us at Elizabeth Spencer for an enchanting evening under the stars featuring a screening of the beloved cult classic...

Local Event: Practical Magic | Movie Night in The Garden.

Practical Magic | Movie Night in The Garden.

Jack London State Historic Park

On Saturdays from Sept. 5 to Oct. 3, Jack London State Historic Park’s WILD Trail Challenge returns for a third year.This series of five hikes covers every trail in the park for a total of 39.5 miles.The hikes increase in duration and/or difficulty each week.Participants can sign up for individual hikes or do them all.
The price for each hike is $15.The park entry fee of $15 per vehicle is waived for these hikes.Those who sign up for all five hikes before Sept. 5 save 20 percent and pay only $60.
Hike # 1 – Historic Trails
September 5, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 
A great way to warm up. This hike explores the historic sites and trails of the park. Navigate both sides of the park to discover Jack London’s Beauty Ranch, London Lake, and the Wolf House ruins. 
Easy – moderate hike (approximately 4.5 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 2 – Ancient Redwood
September 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 
Meander through the redwoods and sunny oak woodlands of the park’s three Bridge Trails (Upper, Lower, and Fallen). The journey leads to the majestic ancient redwood, fondly known as the Grandmother Tree.
Moderate hike (approximately 6 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 3 – Historic Orchard
September 19, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 
Start Location: Note that this hike does not begin at Jack London State Historic Park
Sonoma Developmental Center
Arnold Dr, Eldridge, CA 95431
Stroll along the blue shores of Fern Lake before reaching the Historic Orchard. Learn about the history of the land and the fascinating fruit-bearing crops that thrive there. 
Moderate – Difficult hike (approximately 7 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 4 – Ridge
September 26, 9 a.m-3:30 p.m. 
Details: Hikers will gain elevation and an appreciation for the diverse habitats found within the park. They’ll also traverse part of the ever-growing Bay Area Ridge Trail. 
Difficult hike (approximately 12 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 5 – Summit
October 3, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 
A trek to the park summit is the perfect way to complete the WILD Trail Challenges.Climb Sonoma Mountain to enjoy stunning views, celebrate with fellow hikers, and become a WILD One. 
Difficult hike (approximately 10 miles roundtrip)

Local Event: Jack London State Historic Park WILD Trail Challenge 

Jack London State Historic Park WILD Trail...

On Saturdays from Sept. 5 to Oct. 3, Jack London State Historic Park’s WILD Trail Challenge returns for a third year.This...

Jack London State Historic Park WILD Trail Challenge 

Saturday &amp; SundaySeptember 26 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
September 27 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 P<h3><a href="https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/venue/room-110/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Room 110;Ages: 18+; All Levels;</a></h3>One Day Registration:
$30
Full Weekend Registration:
$60
<hr>
Total Registration Cost:
$30 – $60Join
 artist and educator, Valerie Seaberg for a two-day immersive 
lantern-building workshop inspired by Día de los Muertos, ancestral 
remembrance, and joy of creating in community. Together we will create 
illuminated lantern sculptures that honor loved ones, celebrate lineage 
from all cultures and traditions, and welcome the deepening beauty of 
fall and winter. Using willow, bamboo, reed, paper, and other 
sustainable materials, participants will learn how to build expressive 
sculptural lanterns from the inside out. Participants are encouraged to 
bring ideas, sketches, photographs, symbols, or meaningful inspiration 
connected to ancestors, memory, nature, or personal vision. Lanterns may
 be abstract, playful, elegant, symbolic, animal-inspired, or devotional
 in form. This workshop is open to beginners as well as 
experienced makers.Together we will create a celebration of light 
honoring those who came before us and illuminating the path forward.
<h5>Required Supply List</h5>
Please bring the following supplies to the class:
<ul>
<li>Pruning Shears</li>



<li>Sketchbook</li>



<li>Optional: Meaningful images, poems, or small materials to inspire your design</li>
</ul>

Local Event: Fall Lantern Workshop – Weekend Workshop

Fall Lantern Workshop – Weekend Workshop

Saturday & SundaySeptember 26 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
September 27 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PRoom 110;Ages: 18+; All Levels;One Day...

Presented in partnership with the Sonoma Community Center, participants will explore both watercolor technique and the core principles of landscape painting, including composition, color temperature, and atmospheric perspective. Artist Hannah Day will guide participtants to create movement and depth in a painting and gain a new appreciation for the beauty of the surroundings through the process of close observation and careful rendering.
The class begins with quick thumbnail sketches, then each person selects one composition to focus on throughout the day. Through demonstration and individual instruction, they learn color mixing and watercolor techniques while building their painting step by step.All levels of experience are welcome.

Local Event: Plein Air Watercolor Landscapes with Built Structures at Jack London State Historic Park

Plein Air Watercolor Landscapes with Built...

Presented in partnership with the Sonoma Community Center, participants will explore both watercolor technique and the core...

Plein Air Watercolor Landscapes with Built Structures at Jack London State Historic Park

Adult Group Guitar Classes - Next Session Begins Sept 30th

Local Event: Adult Group Guitar Classes

Adult Group Guitar Classes

Adult Group Guitar Classes - Next Session Begins Sept 30th

Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building

HUGE Book Sale: 50,000 gently used books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl, sheet music, puzzles and more at bargain prices.- Most books, DVDs, CDs $2. Most children’s books and vinyl $1, plus high-quality, hard-to-find collectible and gift books, boxed sets, jigsaw puzzles, games and journals priced as marked. 

- 50+ categories of books including fiction, mysteries, sci-fi, romance, literature, children's books, history, Californiana, biographies/memoirs, art, music (including sheet music), cooking, health/medicine, religion, psychology, sociology/anthropology, performing arts, languages, travel, poetry and more.
HOURS: 
- Friday, Oct 2 from 1 - 3 pm Members-only Preview (individual memberships start at $10; available at the door starting at noon). Open to the public Friday, Oct 2 from 3 - 7pm
- Saturday, Oct 3 10 am - 5 pm 
- Sunday, Oct 4 HALF-PRICE DAY 10 am - 4 pm
- Monday, Oct 5 $5/BAG DAY 2 - 6 pm (no limit on number of grocery-sized bags)

LOCATION: Veterans Memorial Hall, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa. Free parking on site.

PAYMENT: Credit, debit, cash, check and Apple, Google &amp; Samsung Pay

HOSTED BY FRIENDS OF THE SANTA ROSA LIBRARIES (sonomalibrary.org/friends). Proceeds benefit Santa Rosa Libraries. See our ad in BOOKSALEFINDER.COM and Like us on Facebook (Friends of the Santa Rosa Libraries)

Local Event: BIG BOOK SALE Oct 2-5 by Friends of the Santa Rosa Libraries

BIG BOOK SALE Oct 2-5 by Friends of the Santa...

HUGE Book Sale: 50,000 gently used books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl, sheet music, puzzles and more at bargain prices.- Most books, DVDs,...

BIG BOOK SALE Oct 2-5 by Friends of the Santa Rosa Libraries

HUGE Book Sale: 50,000 gently used books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl, sheet music, puzzles and more at bargain prices. 
- Most books, DVDs, CDs $2. Most children’s books and vinyl $1, plus high-quality, hard-to-find collectible and gift books, boxed sets, jigsaw puzzles, games and journals priced as marked. 
- 50+ categories of books including fiction, mysteries, sci-fi, romance, literature, children's books, history, Californiana, biographies/memoirs, art, music (including sheet music), cooking, health/medicine, religion, psychology, sociology/anthropology, performing arts, languages, travel, poetry and more.
HOURS: 
- Friday, Oct 2 from 1 - 3 pm Members-only Preview (individual memberships start at $10; available at the door starting at noon). Open to the public Friday, Oct 2 from 3 - 7pm
- Saturday, Oct 3 10 am - 5 pm 
- Sunday, Oct 4 HALF-PRICE DAY 10 am - 4 pm
- Monday, Oct 5 $5/BAG DAY 2 - 6 pm (no limit on number of grocery-sized bags)

LOCATION: Veterans Memorial Hall, 1351 Maple Avenue, Santa Rosa. Free parking on site.

PAYMENT: Credit, debit, cash, check and Apple, Google &amp; Samsung Pay

HOSTED BY FRIENDS OF THE SANTA ROSA LIBRARIES (sonomalibrary.org/friends). Proceeds benefit Santa Rosa Libraries. See our ad in BOOKSALEFINDER.COM and Like us on Facebook (Friends of the Santa Rosa Libraries)

Local Event: BIG BOOK SALE by Friends of SR Libraries Oct 2-5

BIG BOOK SALE by Friends of SR Libraries Oct 2-5

HUGE Book Sale: 50,000 gently used books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl, sheet music, puzzles and more at bargain prices. 
- Most books,...

In recognition of Día de Muertos, Jack London State Historic Park will present two ofrendas
in the House of Happy Walls Museum from Oct. 4 to Nov. 6, 2026.
Dia de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a tradition that began in Mexican and other Latino cultures.An ofrenda, Spanish for ‘offering,’ is an altar created to honor and welcome the memory of those who have died. 
The Legacy Ofrenda will honor writer and adventurer Jack London, Charmian London, and other individuals connected to the history of the property. Through photographs, reproductions, traditional elements of an ofrenda, and carefully selected symbolic objects, the installation will reflect Jack and Charmian's partnership, writing and travels, their life at Beauty Ranch, their connection to the land, and the legacies they left behind. 
The Community Ofrenda will be a shared, participatory offering. Visitors, locals, volunteers, Board members, and employees can contribute a small photograph, written name, memory, drawing or message honoring someone who has passed away – including a beloved pet.
The installation will grow throughout October as more people participate.Materials will be available at the display for visitors who would like to join the celebration and contribute a name, memory or even a drawing of their loved one.

Local Event: Dia de Muertos at Jack London State Historic Park

Dia de Muertos at Jack London State Historic Park

In recognition of Día de Muertos, Jack London State Historic Park will present two ofrendas
in the House of Happy Walls Museum...

Native Sons Hall

Concert will be held in a beautiful historic setting downtown Napa
Would advise showing up early to ensure you find a parking spot. Parking garage is across the street from the hall.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/157964/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: WILD NIGHT: The Music of Van Morrison

WILD NIGHT: The Music of Van Morrison

Concert will be held in a beautiful historic setting downtown Napa
Would advise showing up early to ensure you find a parking...

Adult Group Ukulele Class - New Session Begins Oct 7thhttps://cherylteachmusic.com

Local Event: Adult Group Ukulele Class

Adult Group Ukulele Class

Adult Group Ukulele Class - New Session Begins Oct 7thhttps://cherylteachmusic.com

Join historical ecologist Angela Nardo-Morgan for a look at the early history of what became the Sonoma Developmental Center, from its origins in the late 19th century to its closure.
Presented in partnership with the Glen Ellen Historical Society, the program will explore the founding of the institution at Eldridge in 1891, its development and changing philosophies of care, and the important role it played in shaping the surrounding Glen Ellen community. The program will also consider the broader history of the area during the lifetimes of Jack and Charmian London, including the institution’s proximity to London’s Beauty Ranch.
Note: This program focuses on the historical period of the Sonoma Development Center up until its closure and does not cover current redevelopment plans or discussions.

Local Event: Jack London’s Neighbors: The History of the Sonoma Developmental Center

Jack London’s Neighbors: The History of the...

Join historical ecologist Angela Nardo-Morgan for a look at the early history of what became the Sonoma Developmental Center,...

Jack London’s Neighbors: The History of the Sonoma Developmental Center

Retos en las Montañas (Challenges in the Mountains)
Oct. 10-Nov. 21, 2026
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Free, reservations required
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Join Jack London Park Partners and Sonoma Ecology Center staff in a series of intermediate hikes, guided in Spanish, between Jack London State Historic Park and Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. Each hike is a round trip, returning to the starting point, and will increase in length or difficulty. Not appropriate for children under 12 years old.
1.Sat. Oct. 10 – Jack London's Ancient Redwood. 3.72 miles, 620 ft. elevation (meet at Jack London State Historic Park).
2.Sat. Oct. 17 – Sugarloaf's waterfall loop. 2.39 miles, 610 ft. elevation (meet at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park).
3.Sat. Oct. 24 – Upper Fallen to Camp Via to Fern Lake at Jack London. 5.72 miles, 1,150 ft. elevation (meet at Jack London State Historic Park). 
4.Sat. Nov. 7 – Gunsight Rock at Sugarloaf/Hood Mountain Regional Park. 6.44 miles, 2,129 ft. elevation (meet at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park).
5.Sun. Nov. 15 – Sonoma Ridge in Sonoma Developmental Center/Jack London. 9.67 miles, 2,126 ft. elevation (meet at the intersection of Arnold Dr. and Harney Rd., inside the SDC).
6.Sat.Nov. 21 – "The Big Loop" at Sugarloaf. 7.37 miles, 1,739 ft elevation (meet at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park).

Local Event: Retos en las Montañas (Challenges in the Mountains)

Retos en las Montañas (Challenges in the...

Retos en las Montañas (Challenges in the Mountains)
Oct. 10-Nov. 21, 2026
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Free, reservations...

Retos en las Montañas (Challenges in the Mountains)

Sculptor T Barny invites visitors into his Alexander Valley Studio.&nbsp;
For two weekends October 10-11 and 17-18, visitors can explore Barny’s working studio, see sculptures in progress and finished works, and discover how a block of stone becomes sculpture.
At 11 AM and 3 PM each day, Barny will lead a special Studio Tour &amp; Demonstration, sharing the tools and techniques behind his direct-carving process. Visitors can see how he carves and polishes stone, learn about the tools of the trade, and even pick up a hammer and chisel and try carving marble themselves.
With more than 45 years as a sculptor, Barny has created over 1,000 sculptures, working with more than 200 types of stone from around the world.
Come meet the artist, explore the studio and See Art in Action.

Local Event: See 'ART IN ACTION' at T Barny's STUDIO TOURS

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See 'ART IN ACTION' at T Barny's STUDIO TOURS

Sculptor T Barny invites visitors into his Alexander Valley Studio. 
For two weekends October 10-11 and 17-18, visitors can...

Slow down and take a close-up look at the beautiful trees of Jack London State Park. Explore the details found up close—bark, moss, knots, cracks, textures, patterns, and the subtle variations in color and light that make each tree unique.
Students will spend time observing and drawing aspects of the trees around them while learning and practicing foundational observational drawing skills, including proportion, shape, line, texture, and composition. 
Discover the meditative benefits of a plein air art practice while spending meaningful time in nature and gaining a deeper appreciation for the beauty, complexity, and individuality of the trees all around. All levels of experience are welcome.

Local Event: Plein Air Trees Up Close: A Day at Jack London Park

Plein Air Trees Up Close: A Day at Jack London...

Slow down and take a close-up look at the beautiful trees of Jack London State Park. Explore the details found up close—bark,...

Plein Air Trees Up Close: A Day at Jack London Park

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At GOFLOW Plumbing, we take ownership of your plumbing problem from the moment you call. It’s not just a phrase—it’s how we work. We know this area...

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Cheryl Teach Music

Cheryl Teach Music is a premier music school located in the Annadel Center in the Bennett Valley area of Santa Rosa, California. With well over five decades of teaching expertise, the school provides comprehensive music instruction for students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced musician, the center offers a welcoming environment for both in-person and online learning. The school specializes in a wide range of instrumental and vocal training, offering private tutoring, skill development, and specialized workshops. Current offerings include weekly adult group guitar and ukulele lessons, designed to foster community and musical growth. The curriculum is tailored to meet the unique needs of every student, ensuring a personalized approach to arts education. Voted the Best Teacher and Best School in Sonoma County for 2024, Cheryl Teach Music is recognized for its commitment to excellence and professional, patient instruction. Students can expect a supportive and high-quality educational experience backed by a long-standing reputation for success in the local community.

Cheryl Teach Music is a premier music school located in the Annadel Center in the Bennett Valley area of Santa Rosa, California. With well over...

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