Finding comfort at Willmar Center

July 28, 2011

Taking it one step at a time The Willmar Family Grief and Healing Center has a new name, a new look and a new executive director – a shift that took place during the writing of this story. Former Program Director, Barbara Cullen, who goes... Continue

Spanish & English Camp

July 21, 2011

How do you say “HAPPY CAMPERS” en español? / ¿Cómo dirías “Niños Felices” en English? Anna Pier & Victor Mejía | Sonoma Valley Sun Ebullient spirits, serious concentration, sudden laughter, songs, smiles and more laughter … in two languages! One hundred seventy-four campers, ranging from... Continue

The piano man

July 14, 2011

In any era of hardship, it is always the arts that bring a sense of appreciation and deeper connection to the important aspects of life and culture – things that too often are sacrificed to a “bottom line” mentality. The good news for Sonoma Valley... Continue

Postmark: Boyes Hot Springs

July 7, 2011

[caption id="attachment_25608" align="alignnone" width="420" caption="The Valley of the Moon Fire Station, built in 1936, is currently the home of Voltaire Electric. Photo courtesy of Marti Kramer."][/caption] Michael Acker | Special to The Sun In July of 1911, the Sonoma Index Tribune reported that “A.D. Graham... Continue

Fourth of July in Sonoma

June 30, 2011

A revered tradition continues with another hometown Independence Day celebration, this year dedicated to “Our Local Heroes.” “We think ours is the most beloved July 4th celebration in the county,” said Sonoma Kathy Swett, executive director of the Sonoma Community Center (SCC). Participants in the... Continue

Reviving ‘Rocky Horror’

June 23, 2011

[caption id="attachment_25405" align="alignnone" width="420" caption="The “Rocky” cast during one of the first rehearsals in Andrews Hall. The costumes and make-up will be much different in the actual show. Chris Ripenburg, as Columbia, is at center. Photos by Melania Mahoney"][/caption] A naïve couple trapped in an... Continue

Girl Scouts celebrate 100 years

June 16, 2011

[caption id="attachment_25347" align="alignnone" width="420" caption="Girl Scout Troop 10406 rolled up their sleeves and dug in the mud to do their part to help Sonoma Scouts plant 100 trees this year. The troop chose to adopt the Bouverie Preserve for this special project and worked closely... Continue

There’s eclectic, then there’s Fishtank Ensemble

June 9, 2011

Perhaps the most eclectic and eccentric musical act you will ever see will roll into Sonoma on Friday evening for a show at the Sonoma Community Center. Fishtank Ensemble, with roots going back to Eastern Europe, but formed here on the west coast, play a... Continue

David Hockney’s ‘Grimm’ visions

June 2, 2011

For a museum to land an exhibition of works by David Hockney is a great story. When the subject is fairy tales, as with the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art’s upcoming “Six Tales from the Brothers Grimm: Original Etchings by David Hockney,” it becomes almost... Continue

Summer Fun

May 26, 2011

Looking for fun activities for the kids? Check out our 2011 Summer Camp Guide or enroll them in swim schools near you for a fun and healthy activity. McDONALD RANCH Summer Day Camps Play, Learn, Explore! Qualified horseback riding lessons, swimming and water games, exciting... Continue

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