Richard Thompson plays matchmaker “Micky Dick Micky O’Connor” with Lorraine Cline who plays a kleptomaniac in John B. Keane’s comedy “Letters of an Irish Matchmaker.” PHOTOS BY Ryan lely/Sonoma Valley Sun Two performances of famed Irish playwright John B. Keane’s adult-themed comedy “Letters of an... Continue
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Keeping your pet active in the winter is important for its continued health. This doggie umbrella is a great way to encourage your pup to walk in the rainy weather. Ryan lely/Sonoma Valley Sun The weatherman predicts nonstop rain for a week. It’s cold and... Continue
You can learn about redevelopment activities in The Springs at an information workshop on Thursday evening, Mar. 6. The workshop is hosted by the Springs Redevelopment Advisory Commission (RAC). Redevelopment is a state-authorized but locally controlled financing process designed to eliminate blight, promote economic development... Continue
Time woke up: 6:07 (excellent), time got out of bed: 6:25 (not bad), minutes took getting to school: not entirely sure (and really, who cares?) It’s dark backstage, black like shoes, like coal, like soil. Whispers whisk and toes tap. People push past people, past... Continue
Longtime Sonoma resident and retired UCSF obstetrician and gynecologist Wylie Hartman received an unusual award last week from Sonoma County Master Gardeners at a potluck at the home of SCMG area coordinator Jean Hopeman. Presenting the award, Doreen Proctor said “Wylie has been the backbone of... Continue
About nine months ago my doctor told me I was headed for diabetes, heart disease and the chance of a stroke if I didn’t change my lifestyle. I had something called “metabolic syndrome,” which includes a trifecta of symptoms including high blood pressure, high blood... Continue
The Oscar party was a success for the Sonoma Valley Film Society raising upwards of $100,000. Ryan lely/Sonoma Valley Sun Ryan lely/Sonoma Valley Sun The Oscar party was a success for the Sonoma Valley Film Society. Continue
The stately Napa Valley Opera House is one of the oldest buildings in downtown Napa. Constructed in 1879, when the town was still being developed, the 500-seat theater remains an excellent example of Italianate Victorian style. Ryan lely/Sonoma Valley Sun We often compare Napa Valley... Continue
Sun cover 022108. Photo by Ryan LelyThe first stop on the Children’s Discovery Trail has recently been added to the many wonderful offerings at Sonoma Garden Park. The exciting Butterfly Station is where visitors can learn all about the local species of butterflies, including the... Continue
Ryan lely/Sonoma Valley Sun Last Thursday evening, the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art (SVMA) hosted the first “Mix” event of its 10th Celebratory Year with a fashion show courtesy of local retail boutique lela+mack. “It was a smashing success,” said Holly Kramer, lela+mack owner, “and... Continue