From The Sun archives -- Ever wonder why Santa Claus is dressed in a red and white outfit and drives a sleigh that flies through the air pulled by reindeer? The origins of this imagery have nothing whatsoever to do with Christmas and everything to... Continue

By David Bolling | For The Sun Not long ago I fell asleep in my living room while innocently driving a small hole into the beating heart of the Sebastiani Theatre. There was particular irony in that act because I sit on the board of... Continue

  By Jonathan Farrell -- Business was busy and “brisket” this week at the newly opened Sourdough & Co. sandwich shop at Sonoma’s Marketplace Shopping Center. One of the many sandwiches offered is a beef brisket on fresh baked bread. In fact, the bread is... Continue

The inaugural Sonoma County Arts Educator of the Year Award recognizes significant contributions to arts education. This new award seeks to honor professional arts educators working with the K-12 population over an extended period of time including, but not limited to, arts and classroom teachers... Continue

Cozy up with a good book and join Sonoma County Library’s Winter Reading and Mock Caldecott programs.  The Winter Reading Challenge involves completing reading activities to win a limited-edition pop-it flyer or an insulated lunch bag. Those who complete 16 activities will also be entered... Continue

By Connie Schlelein | Sonoma Valley Sun -- Something unusual happened at the SVUSD School Board Meeting; ripples of excitement occurred as the Strategic Arts Education Plan was presented by Co-Chairs of Creative Bridges, Cheryl Coldiron and myself, Connie Schlelein.  During the public comments, enthusiastic... Continue

The 2023 Winter Celebration in the Springs returns on Saturday, December 23, from 1-3pm, at 22 Boyes Blvd. (at the Post Office lot).  The family-friendly event hosted by the Springs MAC in partnership with Sonoma Immigrant Services with additional support from the Fairmont Sonoma  Mission... Continue