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Children’s Christmas Pageant

[nggallery id=139] Photos by Darcy McNairy Sunday services proved an even brighter and more heartwarming experience than usual on Dec. 13, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. The church hosted their annual Children’s Christmas Pageant during their two Sunday morning services, leaving churchgoers instilled with the... Continue

Rock-star-turned-director to screen new film

The front man for the band Limp Bizkit exchanged standing center stage at concerts for working behind the scenes as a film director. Fred Durst will present the result, his indie film “The Education of Charlie Banks,” at the Sebastiani Theater on December 13. The... Continue

Five Fall activities to enjoy with wine

Wine pairing – why wait until the next meal? How about matching a wine to a particular setting, or activity? Wine expert Greg Taylor goes beyond the predicable to pair wines with five seasonal mainstays. Leftovers Ah yes, turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and overeating, all... Continue

The Spirit of the Holidays

[nggallery id=137] The weather here in the Valley may have turned cold, but the spirit of giving is as warm as ever. This is that magical time when even the smallest gesture of goodwill – a coin in a kettle, a friendly note to a... Continue

24th annual ‘Lights of Remembrance’

[nggallery id=136] Photos by Melania Mahoney A crowd gathered on Sunday, Dec. 6 for Hospice by the Bay’s 24th annual “Lights of Remembrance” ceremony on the Plaza. Community members took a moment to pay respect to loved ones and light candles in their memory during... Continue

No bad rubbish for Good Riddance Hauling

[caption id="attachment_14095" align="alignright" width="420" caption="Staff Photo “Everybody likes the hauling guy,” says Leszlie Boutell, with partner Simon Purshouse"][/caption] Leszlie and Simon were at the pub, talking about their lives and how maybe it was time to try something new. They were sick of business suits,... Continue

‘Magic of Christmas’

[nggallery id=134] Photos by Melania Mahoney The Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation presented their annual “Christmas Wishes Children’s Party” at The Lodge on Sunday, Nov. 29. Children had the chance to decorate scrumptious gingerbread houses, make unique Christmas wreaths and sit on Santa’s lap. Brightly-colored face-painting... Continue

Mentees get a rare glimpse into the world of movie magic

Photos courtesy of the Mentoring Alliance [nggallery id=135] Industrial Light & Magic, the visual effects studio responsible for such blockbuster hits as the “Pirates of the Caribbean” series and visual effects for films like the “Harry Potter” franchise and the “Star Trek” films, is as... Continue

Fourth annual Gingerbread Winery Contest returns to the Valley

The Sonoma Valley Vintner’s & Growers Alliance will once again celebrate a season of sights, sounds and flavors of the holidays in wine country. From Thursday, Nov. 26 through Sunday, Jan. 3 Sonoma Valley wineries will be offering revelers of all ages: special seasonal events,... Continue

Checking in on the “Check Engine” light

Dear Car Guy: My “Check Engine” light keeps going on after I’ve been driving for a while. I don’t have the slightest idea why or what it means. When I start the car, everything is fine, but then the light goes on. Any ideas? Thanks,... Continue