Executive and Artistic Director of Sonoma Conservatory of Dance, Patty talks with Anna Pier about her journey in ballet, her work with Restorative Justice, the Sonoma Conservatory of Dance, and … the Masquerade Gala. Tickets at SCDgala.org Tell us about the Gala on November 14.... Continue
In the spring of 2024 Víctor Ferrer, by unanimous vote of the Fine Arts Commission, was named Treasure Artist of Sonoma. The Executive and Artistic Director and maestro of Quetzalén folkloric dance group, Ferrer was honored for his contribution to the Latino community, bringing their... Continue
David Pier, after nearly ten years as Executive Director of the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation, will leave at the end of October for a new position. Sitting in the courtyard garden at the hospital with the Sun's Anna Pier, Dave talked about his work at... Continue
Analyst for the UN World Food Project currently in Gaza and former professional soccer player who is an international advocate for equality for women in sports, the remarkable Erin Blankenship was visiting her sister Leslie Blankenship in El Verano when she talked with Anna Pier.... Continue
Alondra Marroquín describes herself as "a proud daughter, sister and spouse of immigrants." She has worked with the nonprofit Sonoma Immigrant Services (18360 Sonoma Highway) since its inception in 2019). SIS has helped nearly 300 locals become naturalized U.S. citizens and, in May, was accredited... Continue
On November 23, 2023 the SOS Unity Kitchen at 17400 Sonoma Highway, opened its doors to the food insecure of our Valley. Kathy King, ED of Sonoma Overnight Support talks with the Sun's Anna Pier about the new venture, SOS, and her life. Tell... Continue
Wayne Schake (pron. "shockey") has been named Honorary Alcalde by the City of Sonoma for 2024. The avid Rotarian sat down to talk with the Sun's Anna Pier about his journey of 88 years. Congratulations. Thank you. It's of course an honor, but honestly, it's... Continue
Pro-union workers and supporters picketed the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn on November 10 to raise awareness that the hotel does not have a contract for representation by the industry union, Unite Here Local 2. Holding placards headlined UNFAIR and chanting slogans, the crowd of more... Continue
Aspiring journalist, nonprofit worker, and local radio host, the people-curious Kilgore will attend the Columbia School of Journalism this fall. The Sun’s Anna Pier checks in. How did you get into interviewing people? For my senior thesis in anthropology at George Washington University on... Continue
Anna Pier | Sonoma Sun -- Sonoma Stompers is announcing the promotion of current General Manager Eduardo "Eddie" Mora-Loera to president of the organization. A Stomper himself in 2015-18, Eddie was recruited at end of the season to be assistant manager of the team. He... Continue