Some tenants still struggling through aftermath of Riverside Drive fire

(By Jonathan Farrell for the Sonoma Sun) Within weeks of the November fire that destroyed its Riverside Drive warehouse and retail outlet, the Bon Marche thrift shop had relocated down the street and was open for business. But not all the tenants of the ravaged structure, a... Continue

Eilertsen’s new role at Sonoma Valley Museum

Kate Eilertsen has resigned as executive director to accept her ‘dream job’ at the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art– the newly created position of Artistic Director. In her new role, Eilertsen will focus on developing exhibitions and educational programs “that engage the community in the... Continue

Where in Sonoma?

Can you identify where this photo (thank you, John Stierch) was taken? Look for the answer in this week's Sonoma Valley Sun, on the streets this Thursday. Got a good pic? Send yours to [email protected] Continue

New trail open at Jack London

Sonoma Mayor David Cook and First District Supervisor Susan Gorin cut the ceremonial ribbon opening the East Slope Sonoma Mountain Ridge Trail at Jack London State Park. The Glen Ellen park serves as the “gateway” to the new 1.2-mile East Slope, which also adds to... Continue

Sonoma Valley death notices

Ana Cecilia Ayerdis, 60, of Eldridge, passed away February 20, 2015. Carole Sue Chassereau, 74, of Sonoma, passed away February 7, 2015. Ingeborg Maria Cullen, 79, of Sonoma, passed away February 24, 2015. Barbara Wilson DeVaughn, 87, of Sonoma, passed away February 20, 2015. Agnes... Continue

Imagining a better high school

Seeking public input on a master plan for Sonoma Valley High School, the School District will host a community meeting on campus Thursday, March 19, 6:30 to 8 p.m. The planning process began in October 2014. The timeline included and continues to include opportunities for... Continue

Sonoma concierge wins industry honor

Nancy Boerum, concierge at Sonoma's MacArthur Place Hotel won the Grand Prize at the 2014 CANVAS (Concierge Alliance of Napa Valley and Sonoma) Excellence Awards at the Performing Arts Center at the Lincoln Theatre in Napa Valley. "We are so proud of Nancy for winning... Continue

Now enrolling: free and low-cost preschool

The Community Child Care Council of Sonoma County (4Cs) is accepting applications for enrollment for Summer and Fall programs at 12 preschools, including Sonoma. Income-eligible families can live anywhere in Sonoma County to utilize childcare subsidies and a sliding-scale fee system. Five full-day centers operate... Continue

Volunteer openings on three city panels

Looking to be an agent of change on the local level? The City of Sonoma is looking for volunteers to fill vacancies on three commissions. Interested citizens may apply by submitting an application, by March 18, to the City Clerk. Forms are available at City... Continue

Walking a pristine path

After two decades of planning, the Bay Area Ridge Trail has been extended over Sonoma Mountain and into Jack London State Historic Park. The new 1.2-mile East Slope Trail, which will open officially on March 14, opens land never before accessible to the public to... Continue

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