Windsor Wheels provides free rides for local homebound Seniors.
The mission of the program is to reduce isolation & increase overall
wellness in the local Senior population.
Volunteers drive Seniors to their medical & social/recreational
appointments & food shopping.

http://pdne.ws/47k3jsb

10am-1:30pm - Enjoy fresh fruit, veggies, ready to eat items,
coffee, flowers, gifts & lots more!
Lucchesi Park
320 N. McDowell Blvd., Petaluma
https://ilovefarmersmarkets.org/farmers-markets.html

Come volunteer with Petaluma Bounty on our community farm!
Learn about all the ways to get involved.  Our current volunteer hours:
Wednesdays from 9am–12/noon & 2-5pm,  Saturdays from 9am-noon.
55 Shasta Ave., Petaluma
https://www.petalumabounty.org/take-action/volunteer/

10am-5pm every Wednesday - Sunday through 12/17.
Crane Melon Barn
4935 Petaluma Hill Rd., Santa Rosa

(707) 795-6987
 

Original “Peanuts” art alongside vintage school-related items.
Admission: $5-$12, Free/Ages 3 & younger.
Schulz Museum
2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
(707) 579-4452
http://schulzmuseum.org

Every evening from dusk to 9:30pm.
A Free, self-guided art walk through LBC's outdoor Sculpture Garden,
transformed to provide a safe, festive place for locals & visitors to
enjoy the magic of early winter nightfall.  Featuring a sparkling illumination
of Sculpture Garden's new exhibit, Geometry in Art, a collection of 14 sculptures
by 9 local artists.  This year, Northern Lights will incorporate a walk-through
Gingerbread Winterland.
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa
https://lutherburbankcenter.org/

The Humane Society of Sonoma County needs outreach volunteers to
help out at their events.  Events include Rodney Strong Concerts, Parades,
Winery Events & more.  Volunteers will also help with set up & break
down of booths.  Volunteers must be at least 18 years old to participate.

http://pdne.ws/42VbSHx

Elf The Musical is a must-see holiday musical based on the 2003 hit film starring Will Ferrell!

Performances run Thursday - Sunday

The following dates have two performances at 2:00pm and 7:30pm Dec. 2, 9, and 16th.

One Christmas Eve, a young orphan crawls into Santa’s bag of toys and is unknowingly transported to the North Pole. Buddy the Elf, grows up unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities make him face the truth. With Santa’s blessing, Buddy travels to New York City to discover his true identity and find his birth father. Upon learning that his father is on the naughty list, and that his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy becomes determined to win over his family and help New York rediscover its Christmas spirit.This box-office-record-breaking musical combines vintage comic style and high-energy contemporary music and delivers jolly holiday entertainment for the whole family!

Create new holiday traditions this year with a trip to the Square and skate outdoors in Downtown Santa Rosa with Winter Lights Skating on the Square!

November 25 - December 31 Skating Rink Hours (open rain or shine)

Thursdays & Fridays — 4 to 8 pm Saturdays & Sundays — 12 to 8 pm

Tickets https://santarosametrochamber.ticketspice.com/winter-lights-ice-rink

Join us on one of our theme nights for special music, décor, and professional skating entertainment and instruction! Costumes encouraged but not required.

12/7 - 70s Disco

12/14 - Country Western

12/21 - Ugly Sweater

PLUS! • You can reserve the entire rink for you and your family, friends, coworkers, or business colleagues with Winter Lights Skating on the Square rink buyouts. • Enjoy FREE weekend parking in City garages all throughout Winter Lights! • Get your holiday shopping done with Winter Lights holiday markets in the Square.  Winter Lights, presented by Redwood Credit Union, is excited to bring this fun, festive opportunity to Downtown Santa Rosa! Check out our FAQ for full details.

This Side of Blue focuses overdue attention on artist Mimi Chen Ting (1946-2022). A Chinese American artist who immigrated to California in 1965, Ting often interwove Eastern and Western aesthetics in her work. Ting's dynamic paintings, which range from figurative works to abstract compositions, explore themes including immigration, womanhood, place and belonging.

Exhibition runs through  - Dec., 10, 2023.
University Art Gallery
Sonoma State University
1801 East Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park
 

Catholic Charities needs volunteers to assist with food
distributions.  The program serves hundreds of families
throughout Sonoma & Lake counties by providing food to
those in need.  Volunteers will help unload the food distribution
truck, hand out food to members of the community & assist
with cleanup. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old to participate.

http://pdne.ws/3XZDqKx

Sale of gently used books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles & more at bargain prices
(most books $2 or less) & all proceeds benefit our beloved Santa Rosa Libraries.
Friday Dec 8 -  12/Noon-5:30pm,
Saturday Dec 9 -  10am-5:30pm,
Sunday Dec 10 -  1pm-4:30pm.
Friends Members-only preview Fri., Dec 8 - 10am-12/Noo
(Individual Membership $10 available at the door

Central Santa RosaLibrary
211 E St., Santa Rosa
(707) 308-3020
https://sonomalibrary.org/support/friends

"One night in Paris", a trip to Paris with a unique 20s Gypsy Jazz Live Music Show! The talented Musicians of the band Le Jazz Hot are returning to Sonoma this winter and will be on the stage at the Cirque de Boheme circus tent at Cornerstone in Sonoma on Friday December 8th, 2023, for a magical moment of music and entertaining. In the step of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7.30pm. Seating are limited. ”One night in Paris", is an exciting trip to Paris, with fun and joy that are mixed only for your pleasure! Seating is limited. Tickets on sale atwww.michelmichelismusic.com

Sonoma County’s ONLY nonprofit dance studio!
Contessi Ballet School & NBPAA proudly present “Clara’s Enchanted Dream;
The Land of Sweets”! This 2 act ballet performance is a magical adaption of
“The Nutcracker” that has been modified to captivate audience members young
& old!  This year, Contessi Ballet is offering 2 magical shows: Friday Dec., 8th
at 7pm & Saturday Dec., 9th at 6pm.
Come support young dancers in our community & ring in the holiday season
at this magical and family-friendly event!

10am-2pm - At Coddingtown Center breezeway
(between Starbucks & Target).
Bring your new & gently used (and washed) blankets.
https://operationblanket.com/blanket-drives

 

8:30am-12/Noon - EVERY SATURDAY MORNING.
With all the regulars plus some new Vendors this year which
includes - 2 purveyors of ready-made meals.
West Plaza Parking Lot
between North & Matheson Streets

9-11am - Children near & far are invited to meet Santa Claus
during the Breakfast with Santa.   Every Saturday in December, Santa will be
onsite. They can confess if they have been naughty or nice & share their
Christmas wish list with Santa. A digital photo will capture the moment to be
cherished for years to come.  Showcasing pieces from around the world, the
famous Nutcracker collection will adorn the walls of the Healdsburg location.
417 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg
https://www.costeaux.com/events/holiday/

Cabaret, a select group of paintings by artist Michelle Carnes, will be on view
at Usher Gallery through January 21, 2024.
This show features expressive figurative oil paintings which capture
the festive spirit of Cabaret.  Join us for one of the artist receptions
or stop by the shop to experience the exhibition.
RECEPTION DATES:  Sat., December 9 • 5-8pm
Saturday, January 20 • 5-8pm
Live music by Joyce Grant.
Wine & refreshments will be served.
USHER GALLERY
1 Petaluma Blvd North in the HEART of downtown Petaluma

9:30-12:30pm - EVERY SUNDAY.
Windsor Town Green
701 McClelland Drive, Windsor
https://windsorfarmersmarket.com/

10am-3pm - 20 craft vendors; hot lunch & bake sale; live music 10-12;
kid & pet photos with Santa 12-2, free crafts for kids.  Bring pets to paint
paw & tail portraits with Paws for Love.  Free puppacinos.
Come support SONOMA COUNTY animals.
Windsor Grange
9161 Starr Rd., Windsor
https://www.friendsofsocoanimals.org/

The Accelerated Reader Program through Renaissance Learning
is the tool we use to practice & support reading in our Classrooms.
Students are able to choose to read a book or article that is of interest
to them.  A reading level & goal are set for each student based on where
they are as readers.  When a student completes a reading, they take
a short quiz to monitor comprehension.  Based on their score, students
are given points toward their individual goal.  At the end of each trimester,
incentives & celebrations are available for students who meet their goals.
Progress is monitored through a diagnostic benchmark, STAR Reading,
taken 3 times a year.
For more information:
https://readonsonoma.org/

For more information on all upcoming Classes & Events:
https://www.sebarts.org/classes-and-events

Serve those who have served us all- Become a VA volunteer!
The Center for Development & Civic Engagement for Veteran's
Affairs offers volunteer assignments that fulfill the volunteer's desire
to make a difference in a Veteran's life. The CDCE program can be
tailored to meet the volunteer needs of an individual, student, family
or organization.
http://www.cdceportal.va.gov/volunteer_at_facility/

1-2:30pm - Seasonal Treats & Beverages.
Please RSVP by 12/8/23
The Lodge at Piner Road
1980 Piner Rd., Santa Rosa
(707) 852-2234

Dec 15 & 16 - 7pm
Dec 17 - 2pm
Kick off your holiday season with a Petaluma tradition: Capote & Thomas.
Dylan Thomas’s prose poem, A Child’s Christmas in Wales, is a lush description
of a Welsh Christmas. It is both a beautiful & poignant work. “Bring out the tall
tales now that we told by the fire as the gaslight bubbled like a diver. . . .
”Then, enjoy this delightful interpretation of Truman Capote’s early work.
In his 1956 story, A Christmas Memory, Capote remembers when he was
10 years old & it was “fruitcake weather.”  His holiday rituals are painted
with loving & nostalgic strokes, becoming a truly memorable experience for all ages.

Polly Klaas Community Theater
417 Western Ave., Petaluma
(707) 769-1334

https://www.pollyklaastheater.org/event/petaluma-readers-theatre-presents-a-christmas-memory-and-a-childs-christmas-in-wales/

"One night of Flamenco", a trip to Andalusia with a unique Flamenco dancers and live Flamenco band!The talented Dancers and musicians of the Sol Flamenco and Theater Flamenco of San Francisco will be on the stage at the Cirque de Boheme circus tent at Cornerstone in Sonoma on Friday December 15th, 2023, for a magical moment of dance, music and entertaining. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7.30pm. Seating is limited. Tickets on sale at www.michelmichelismusic.com

12/Noon-5pm -  Petaluma Pet Pals’ Cat Adoption Lounge is:
“Morti’s Used Book & Cat Adoption Lounge.” Morti’s is a cage-free
Lounge where you can sit & get to know our free roaming cats 
& kitties, all available for adoption.
Bake Sale, Gift Wrapping & Christmas Photos with Annie the Mini Horse.
Bring your gifts to the Morti’s elves who will wrap them for you while you
enjoy a home baked treat & have your picture taken with Annie, dressed
in her Christmas best!  All are donation based, you decide the amount of the donation. 

We are a local 501c3 non-profit animal rescue, we are not government subsidized.
All proceeds will be used to pay veterinary bills & provide food & supplies for the
kitties & cats in Morti’s Lounge & in foster homes.
Morti’s Used Book Nook & Cat Adoption Lounge,
Petaluma Village Premium Outlets
2200 Petaluma Boulevard North, Suites 500 & 530 (south end of the mall.)

https://www.petalumapetpals.org

FaceBook: 
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069324336823

7am - Help Sonoma County Composite Squadron honor local heroes!
Sponsor a wreath today to be placed on a Veteran's grave this December
at Sonoma Valley Veterans Memorial Park, Valley Cemetery, Pleasant
Hills Memorial Park.
126 West 1st Street, Sonoma
http://www.wreathsacrossamerical.org/CA0065P

Sat., Dec., 16 -  10am-5:30pm AND Sun., Dec., 17 - 1-5pm.
Presented by the River Friends of the Library.
Guerneville Regional Library
(707) 869-9004

2-5pm - Join us for some Holiday Cheer!  Free Mixer including cookies,
coffee & libations!  Mingle with friends while “It’s a Wonderful Life” plays
in the background!  This is our way of thanking the community for making
the Polly Klaas Community Theater Possible – Yes – It IS a Wonderful Life!
Polly Klaas Community Theater

417 Western Ave., Petaluma
(707) 769-1334
https://www.pollyklaastheater.org/event/holiday-mixer-featuring-its-a-wonderful-life/

"One night in Montmartre", is a live music show for a trip to Paris on the top of the hill of Montmartre near the Moulin Rouge with a unique Musette and Jazz Manouche french band! It's an exciting trip to France, with fun and joy that are mixed only for your pleasure! The talented Musicians of the band Duo Gadjo will be on the stage at the Cirque de Boheme circus tent at Cornerstone in Sonoma on Friday December 22th, 2023, for a magical moment of music and entertaining. In the step of Edith Piaf, Charles Trenet and many more. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7.30pm. Seating is limited. Tickets on sale at www.michelmichelismusic.com

Curbside collection of holiday trees will take place Dec., 26 - Jan., 6
on your service day.  After these dates, trees can be cut to fit inside
your green cart with the lid closed, for collection on your regular service
day.  Drop-off available: Sonoma County Fairgrounds
1350 Bennett Valley Rd., Dec., 26 - Jan., 12.

5-9:30pm - ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DUNGENESS CRAB, PASTA, SALAD,
BREAD, DESSERT, & NON-ALCOHOLIC DRINK FEAST. WINE & BEER AVAILABLE.

Presented by The Knights of Columbus Santa Rosa Council #1324.
5pm/Doors Open, 6pm/Dinner
Clam Chowder, Dinner Roll, Salad, Table Wine & Dessert.
Alternative Dinner:  Chicken with Penne Pasta.
Raffles, Music "No Host" Bar.  Tickets:  $70, after Jan., 10th $80.
$25/Kids 6-11 Pasta Meal, Free/Kids 5 & under.

Fr. Denis O'Suliivan Parish Center
320 10th St., Santa Rosa
Click on Crab Feeed, Print & bring Receipt.
http://www.kofc1324.org

12/Noon-4:30pm -
Admission: $80/Per Person.
Bodega Bay Grange Hall