In the wake of our most recent round of storms, in which steady downpours and fierce winds resulted in flooded roads, swollen creeks and rivers, downed trees, and prolonged power outages, I have had Sonoma County’s unincorporated communities on my mind. Along with Supervisor Hopkins,... Continue
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We all want to be safe from fire and we all respect, appreciate and want to support our dedicated and courageous firefighters for their lifesaving work. However, there are many red flags about Measure H. It’s a regressive tax. The Measure would establish a half-cent... Continue
The Sonoma-Tokaj Sister Cities Committee is offering a unique work, learning and cultural experience this Fall for someone from the Sonoma area working the wine harvest in the famous wine town of Tokaj, Hungary. Sonoma and the world-class wine region of Tokaj have been Sister... Continue
The Sonoma Community Center’s Kitchen Concert Series presents The Quixotics, a Sonoma-based trio comprised of Jennie Nourse, Cynthia Tarr, and Kim Hughes. The trio performs Sunday, February 25 at 6pm. Tickets $15 at the door/profits to the SCC Music Program. The Quixotics are Sonoma-based trio... Continue
The Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley has launched ticket sales for the annual Luck o' the Irish Raffle, with 100% of the raffle proceeds go towards the club’s grants to local education and nonprofit groups. The grand prize is $10,000, and four additional ticket holders will... Continue
By Barry Willis A rambunctious dog drives a wedge between a couple of empty-nesters in Sylvia at Sonoma Arts Live through February 18. Melody Payne delights and astounds as the lovable stray dog whose name gives the title to A.R. Gurney’s sweet story. David Shirk is perfectly cast... Continue
Pass the milk -- Girl Scouts cookie season is here. The original pop-up businesses, the in-person cookie booths will start appearing in Sonoma Valley on February 11. There’s even a Cookie Locator to find when and where. The line-up: Thin Mints, Trefoils, Samoas, Tagalongs, Do-Si-Dos,... Continue
As a lifelong resident of the Sonoma Valley and a volunteer docent at the Jack London State Historic Park, I am deeply disappointed with the failure of the State Parks Department to complete the CEQA report (triggered by the Retired State Rangers suit) in a... Continue
“I like to volunteer at Sonoma Community Center because it has a long history of community engagement,” says Linda Odetto. “I have always felt welcome here. There is a place for everyone, and it’s a great place to meet new people from all over Sonoma... Continue
Government is not a business; its purpose is not to make a profit, but to further the aim of creating a good society. What constitutes a good society is a matter of varying opinion, but in America it usually shows as (a), protecting private property... Continue