Page 52 - Sonoma County Gazette January 2017

festivals tours gatherings EVENTS
Jan 28 ~ Robert Ferguson Observatory
Jan 29 ~ Season for NonViolence
Boating at the Barn ~ Every Sunday, Jan 16 ~ In honor of Martin Luther King year-round, volunteers usher you Jr, join us for a special story time about
- Solar Viewing and Public Star Party - Observatory's 3 main telescopes plus additional telescopes are open for viewing. Ongoing presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your questions. 11a - 3p - Please arrive before 11 PM to assure that we stay open for you! Admission to RFO Star Parties is $3.00 per adult (18 and older), under 18 FREE - State Park Admission is $8.00 per car - Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Road Kenwood, CA Visit our Website @ rfo.org or follow us on Facebook
Jan 29 ~ North Bay Community Engagement Fair - This free grassroots, non-partisan and collective community event is aimed at encouraging civic engagement. Info: Facebook page at FREE - Noon - 5p - Santa Rosa Fairgrounds -1350 Bennett Valley Rd, Santa Rosa www.facebook.com/ events/578225585715100/
Opening Celebration - Dr. Michael Nagler, founder of the Metta Center for Nonviolence in Petaluma, will be the keynote speaker. FREE - 7p - Center for Spiritual Living in Santa Rosa - 2075 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa
Feb 7 ~ Steve Connell -Multicultural Spoken Word - Acclaimed poet, comedian and motivational speaker Steve Connell has performed for world leaders, renowned artists and Oprah Winfrey, and will bring his unique talents to Sonoma State University $10 for general admission, free for SSU students, staff and faculty. Parking on campus is $5-$8. - 7:30p Sonoma State University-WarrenAuditoriuminIves Hall - 1801 E Cotati Ave. Rohnert Park
out on the Petaluma River on kayaks canoes, rowboats and sailboats so you can experience non-motorized river fun. 10am to 1pm. at the David Yearsley River Heritage Center - Copeland & D Streets, Petaluma. INFO: www.friendsofthepetalumariver. org, (707) 763-7756 or friends@ friendsofthepetalumariver.org.
Hollydale Clubhouse- 1st & 3rd Thursdays @ 7pm Hollydale Table Tennis...all levels welcome. (Need a venue for a small gathering, give the Club a call 887-0330.) 10250 Field Lane (corner of Old River Road & Frank St.), Forestville
Our Wild Cat Adventure features 5 live wild cats from around the world. Each cat is shown on the stage as information about its habits, habitat and survival issues is shared with the audience. Tickets: $10 Adults, $5 Children 12 and under, 3-4pm, Sebastopol Community Cultural Center 390 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA More information: 707-874-317 wildcat@wildcatfund.org www.wildcatfund.org
Jan 6 - 8 ~ Santa Rosa Gem Faire - Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd., Santa Rosa. Fri. 12pm-6pm; Sat. 10am- 6pm; Sun. 10am-5pm. Admission $7 weekend pass. For more info, visit www. gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com.
Jan 9 ~ An Evening of Miracles - with Michael Mirdad - This evening lecture is an amazing experience for ALL students of spirituality and healing. It's especially informative for students of A Course in Miracles or "miracle consciousness." Price: $20 - 7p - Center for Spiritual Living 2075 Occidental Rd. Santa Rosa 95401
Jan 16 ~ Community Service Projects for Martin Luther King Day at Community Baptist Church 1620 Sonoma Ave. Santa Rosa call: 707-546-0744 for details.
Martin Luther King Jr., and celebrate community. 9a- 4p - Children’s Museum ofSonomaCounty-1835WestSteele Lane, Santa Rosa
Jan 18 ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. Annual Birthday Celebration - A Community Event to celebrate the legacy of a man of peace and justice - Featuring a panel discussion: Perspective on the Black Experience Today! Performance by Jacqueline Lawrence • positive hip hop artist, Tru Lyric Middle School and High School Oratories • The Celebration Mass Choir - Special Children’s Program (ages 5-10) in a separate room • Children’s Art • Awards Presentation FREE - 6:30p - Santa Rosa High School Auditorium 1235 Mendocino Ave. Santa Rosa (Park in back, off Ridgeway )
Jan 21 ~ The Washington Women's March is coming to Sonoma County! Women will rally at 12/Noon at Santa Rosa City Hall 100 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa Includes diverse music, inspirational speakers & a promised mob dance, followed by a 30 minute sidewalk march. Local community leaders will present a variety of options for engagement & action as we move forward towards inclusion & unity. More volunteers are needed! www.facebook. com/events/1749972928661468/
Jan 28 ~ Annual Chowder Day - in Bodega Bay will take you on a culinary tour of town. You'll spend the day tasting chowder and meeting chefs. Visit all the stops and you're eligible for an entry in a prize drawing! Trust us, you won't leave Bodega Bay hungry! Tickets go on sale Dec. 1 and are available presale only. Tastings start at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m., completed by 3 p.m. Harbor View Way Bodega Bay, CA 707-875-3866 or chamber@bodegabayca.org
Jan 28 ~ Remaining Empowered in A Changing World - JExplore practical tools that you can apply to remain relaxed and empowered in your life and in the changing national landscape. Speakers include Francis Rico, Ani Palmo, and many more.Suggested donation $20- $40. 1pm-5pm. Songbird Community Healing Center 8297 Old Redwood Hwy Cotati info@songbirdcenter.orgwww. songbirdcenter.org 707-795-2398
Jan 8 ~ Wild Cat Adventure
Thursday, January 31 ~ The 11th Annual Bucket Brigade is a friendly challenge among fire departments across Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino counties. To schedule your lifesaving appointment visit www.bloodheroes.com - Click “Locate a Blood Drive” and Enter a location code - For help scheduling an appointment please call (707) 239-6424 - All donors will receive a Bucket Brigade T-Shirt! - www.bloodheroes.com
Glen Ellen Fire Department
Santa Rosa Fire Department
Jan 4 - 1:00pm - 6:00pm -Bloodmobile 13445 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen
Jan 11 - 9:00am - 1:00pm Bloodmobile SRFD Training Tower, 2102 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa
Forestville Fire Department
Geyserville FPD
Jan 5 - 2:30pm – 6:30pm - Bloodmobile 6554 Mirabel Rd, Forestville
Jan 13 - 2:00pm – 7:00pm - Truck Bay 20975 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville
Cloverdale FPD
Windsor FPD
Jan 6 - 2:00pm – 6:00pm - Bloodmobile Training Room: 451 S. Cloverdale Blvd.
Jan 21 - 9:00am – 2:00pm - Fire Station 2: 8600 Windsor Rd, Windsor
Rohnert Park Dept. of Public Safety
Healdsburg Fire Department
Jan 7 - 9:00am – 2:00pm - Truck Bay 5200 Country Club Drive, Rohnert Park
Jan 28 - 9:30am – 2:30pm Truck Bay 601 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg
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