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The Petaluma Museum and Sky Hill Cultural Alliance present a
Petaluma Adobe Fandango has been a local fall tradition for close to two centuries and will be held Saturday, September 21 from noon to 4 p.m. tradition each fall, celebrating the dance and music of California in the 1840’s. “Holding a fandango during autumn was a tradition at General Mariano Vallejo’s Rancho de Petaluma, now Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park,” explains Jennifer Hanson, State Park Guide l. “It was held to honor the toil of the end of the harvest and the matanza, the slaughtering season. The cattle of the rancho were used to produce the mainstays of early California’s economy, cattle hides and tallow. The fandango also celebrated the work of Native Americans, Mexicans, and Californians who operated Vallejo’s successful enterprise.”
benefit piano concert titled “Classical Musings at the Museum”, on Sunday, September 22. Starting at 4 p.m., Elizabeth Walter will start tickling the ivories of the legendary 1899 Henry F. Miller concert grand piano which currently makes its home at museum. I have written about it before, but
An Evening on the River: Fundraiser for Petaluma River Park is Saturday, September 21 from 5 to 9 p.m., kicking off with cocktail hour hosted by Griffo Distillery and Leghorn Wine Company, followed by dinner by my favorite local BBQ’ers—War Wagon BBQ, with vegetarian options. This is an adult evening, however, childcare is available through Martial Arts USA. Visit www.eventbrite.com for more info and purchase tickets.
this former Carnegie Library is the perfect Carnegie Hall “West” with its superior acoustics and classic styling. The museum is a truly magical place
to experience a concert, especially when it is none other than Elizabeth
Walter on her favorite piano playing works by Beethoven, Mozart, Ravel
and the Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera. As the Museum’s Music and Cultural Outreach Director, Elizabeth has spent the last decade bringing high-caliber performers, including a regular New Year’s Eve performance by members of the San Francisco Symphony. She is donating her performance
to benefit the museum and the Sky Hill Cultural Alliance, which is an organization “devoted to fostering the joy of music to young people.” Admission is $40 in advance, $50 at the door and includes complimentary wine and cheese, with balcony seating for $10 more both for the better view from above and the elite beverage service. Visit www.petalumamuseum.com for tickets and info on all the museums upcoming events.
Saturday, September 28 offers two distinctly different events starting with the Petaluma River Craft Beer Festival, held on Water Street in downtown, from 1 to 5 p.m. Sponsored by the Petaluma Area Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club of Petaluma Valley, the even promises sips from 23 breweries, bites from local food booths and live music.
Once finished with the race, there are two less strenuous events available on Sunday, including the 24th Annual Poetry Walk, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at various locations around downtown, starting on the hour, with 11 a.m.’s kickoff at the Hotel Petaluma, then at the old bank at Petaluma Blvd and Washington, River Front Café, North Bay Café, Copperfield’s Books, Phoenix Theater, Petaluma Historic Library and then culminating at Aqus Café from 6 to 8 p.m. www.petalumapoetrywalk.org
On that same day, running from 1 to 9 p.m. at the Petaluma Fairgrounds, those looking to skip the alcohol can enjoy RockSoberFest 2019. “Bring your spirit and love for music, good vibes, and fellowship! ...dancing the night away to the amazing musical talents of The Happys, Stefanie Keys, Paul Hayward and Friends, John and Camellia Ford, plus special guest artists.” There will be an open meeting at 1:00pm with an AA speaker, and doors open for music and dance at 2 p.m. www.cleanandsobermusicfest.org.
Here’s for hoping we still have a couple more warm Saturday nights left
in order enjoy the races at our very unique Petaluma Speedway. Gates open and practice starts at 4 p.m. with races starting at 6 p.m. This Monday, September 2 offers a special Labor Day race (same times), with following races coming on the Saturdays of September 7 and 21, and continuing into October on the 5th, 12th and 19th. Depending on the race, prices are between $16 and $22 for adults, $12 for kids and seniors, and are free for those under 6 years old. These really are great fun to attend, just remember to bring your ear plugs.
The Fall Antique Faire spreads across the downtown on Sunday, September 29, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. “From campaign buttons and postcards to heirloom artwork and armoires. And while exploring the intriguing array of antiques, refresh and refuel at a downtown café or restaurant before setting off for more treasure hunting. It’s a shopper’s paradise!
The second great downtown event on Sunday, September 15 is the 2nd Annual Petaluma Honky-Tonk Piano Competition, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Brewsters Beer Garden. This event is free, however a minimum donation
of $10 is highly encouraged through EventBrite.com. Additionally, 15% of
all your food and drink purchases will be donated back by Brewsters. This event is a fundraiser for river. “Our downtown river, the crowning jewel, is becoming Petaluma’s biggest eyesore. This event will help create awareness with the goal of cleaning, dredging, trestle restoration, small craft float house funding, and the installation of a 360° River Walk.”
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