By Anna Pier Impact100 Sonoma has been selected as a 2026 Philanos Spotlight Award recipient in recognition of its transformational support for the Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance. Impact100 Sonoma is an affiliate of Philanos, the nation’s leading network of women’s giving circles. The annual Spotlight... Continue
“The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” Alice Walker More people are withdrawing from conversations about politics now. Some say, “It doesn’t do any good.” Others whisper, “It’s too stressful.” I get it. We have to... Continue
New study reveals Antarctica faces collapse or resilience by 2100, with irreversible ice loss possible under high emissions scenarios Continue
By Loretta Carpio Carr At a time when there is so much worry, sadness, and anger, I find that I need to engage in inspiring activities to maintain my motivation and happiness. For me, music... Continue
A Place Beyond Words and Language Jenny died in the fall of 1976. She was my dog. To say I loved that animal doesn’t say anything. To tell you she died 50 years ago and hardly a day passes that she doesn’t come to mind,... Continue
Why do some single people feel depleted or marginalized, while others feel grounded, socially connected, and even energized? Continue
The force of love is among the most powerful of human experiences. I’m specifically considering love between people, not love of country, ice cream, or the many other things we say or even feel we love. I’m talking about romantic love, in all its manifestations. ... Continue
By Kelsey Maddox "Imagine Sonoma in 1951 - a sleepy little farming town with a population of just 2,100 folks. Life revolved around school, church, and the occasional outing to the Sebastiani Theater. But Sonomans have always known how to throw a party and bring... Continue
Dear Stephanie, Dear Kaeti, Dear Sonoma Friends Every year, as winter draws to a close, a wonderful holiday awaits us — Valentine's Day. One of the most vital forces that sustains us throughout our lives is love. Love exists in the universe in many different... Continue
Sonoma Valley Regional Library 755 West Napa St, Sonoma Two days of book buying on Sat. March 7, 11-4 and Sun. March 8, 1-4 Hardcover -$3 Softcover-$2 Kids-$1 Sun. 3-4 Buy 1 and get 1 free 1 free book to each child attending Credit... Continue