Last Minute Local Favorites 12-19-19

The Healdsburg Tribune, Cloverdale Reveille, The Windsor Times and Sonoma West Times & News

December 19, 2019

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December 20, 21, 22: Sebastopol Ballet’s The Nutcracker in Sebastopol

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December 19, 2019

December 29: Healdsburg Chanukah Celebration

December 21: Traditional Winter Holiday Folk Songs with Adam Miller in Guerneville

ONGOING EVENTS DECEMBER 19

Healdsburg Fire Department annual Toy Drive — Please bring a smile to kids in need this year by dropping off new, unwrapped toys for ages infant to 18-years-old.

601 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. 431-3360.

THROUGH DECEMBER 22

Hotel Healdsburg Holiday Tea — Join us for the afternoon to indulge in housemade pastries, petite sandwiches, custom blend teas, classic cocktails and other holiday fare from Executive Chef Scott Romano, available on Saturday and Sunday afternoons between Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve. With live piano music, dazzling winter florals, and beautiful holiday decor, we invite you to enjoy one of our favorite holiday traditions.

On Saturdays and Sundays, 1:30-4 p.m. At Hotel Healdsburg Fireplace Lounge, 25 Matheson St., Healdsburg. Several options available, reservations are required: 707-431-2800, hotelhealdsburg.com (click on HH Happenings).

THROUGH DECEMBER 30

18th Annual Holiday Gift Gallery — Each year, Healdsburg Center for the Arts displays and sells a bounty of artist-made goods to fill the gallery during the holiday season. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. Wine will be available.

Open Sun, Mon, & Thur, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri & Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed Tue, Wed. Opening Reception: Nov. 29, 5 p.m. At Healdsburg Center for the Arts, 130 Plaza Street, Healdsburg. 431-1970, healdsburgcenterforthearts.org.

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the largest in the world or at least this side of the Russian River. At Costeaux French Bakery, 417 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg. 433-1913.

Holidays In Healdsburg Tour — Sip, savor & shop on the daily Holidays in Healdsburg tour, offered for five weeks of festive fun. The four-hour Day Tour starts at 11 a.m., exploring downtown Healdsburg with stops at three boutique wineries and two venues for food. The twohour Evening Tour begins at 5 p.m., with appetizer stops for wine and savory bites. Tours can be designed to be family friendly. $109 Day Tour; $69 Evening Tour.

Healdsburg Plaza Gazebo, Healdsburg Ave. & Matheson St., Healdsburg. Wine Country Walking Tours, 707-7584287.

Dickens Dinner at Madrona Manor — Start the season off right with Madrona Manor's beloved holiday celebration. The annual Dickens Dinner series features a five-course meal prepared by Michelin Star chef, Jesse Mallgren. The 12th night singers provide entertainment by caroling through the dining rooms dressed in period costumes from the 19th century. Starts at 6:30 p.m. At Madrona Manor, 1001 Westside Road, Healdsburg. 4334231, madronamanor.com/healdsburg-restaurant/holidaysevents.

THROUGH JANUARY 19

Nutcracker Collection — Hundreds, perhaps thousands of Nutcrackers are on display at Costeaux French Bakery. Come and find out how many Nutcrackers there are and stay for a meal. At 417 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. 433-1913, costeaux.com.

The Greatest Toy Circus on Earth — Get into the holiday spirit with the Healdsburg Museum’s annual toy exhibit! This year's theme is the circus featuring circus toys across the decades. Free admission. At 221 Matheson St. in Healdsburg. Open Wed.-Sun., 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed Mon., Tues., and holidays.

THROUGH JANUARY 1

Windsor’s Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Grove — First lighting at the 19th annual Windsor Holiday Celebration on Dec. 5th. Meander through over 200 trees decorated with personalities reflective of the community groups that created them. View the beautiful lighted trees and chasing rainbow icicle lights. Trees are lit at 7 p.m. Listen to streaming holiday music, shop and dine at local businesses around the Green. A special mailbox enables kids to send letters to Santa (and receive responses). Treats and drinks available for purchase.

Snowfall nightly at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. 5-8 p.m. Windsor Town Green, Windsor. people4parkswindsor.org.

‘Season of Giving’ in our hometowns

by Rollie Atkinson

DECEMBER 20, 21, 22

Sebastopl Ballet’s The Nutcracker — The classic tale infused with comedy, dogs, and constantly changing surprises to ensure an entertaining performance for all.

Fri: 7 p.m.; Sat: 11 a.m & 4 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m. Matinees include a complimentary Sugar Plum Party for children, with sweet treats and the opportunity to meet the cast in costume. The Sugar Plum Party begins 1 hour before each show. At the Analy High School Theater, 6950 Analy Ave., Sebastopol. 824-8006, sebastopolballet.com.

DECEMBER 21

Breakfast with Santa — The annual tradition at Costeaux continues Saturdays in December from 9-11am.

Enjoy our festive cafe, complimentary photos with the Big Guy and our expansive nutcracker collection, perhaps

“There’s a lot of good spirit and joy to be found, Not in a Big Box, But here in our town.�

The internet was happening And online orders were ablaze While little shopkeepers here Sat idle and dazed.

“Favorite places, no hurrying festive happenings to make.

Arts, crafts and real treasures, Not plastic or fake.�

What has happened to Christmas And the joyous “Season of Giving�?

Why can’t we be traditional And still make a living?

“Children’s wishes are waiting, Old friends will come calling, Are we ready to celebrate?

Or too busy a-malling?�

With Macy’s, Walmart, And Amazon, too, How can a hometown merchant Find customers to woo?

“Get ready the wassail, and light up our tree; Remind one another, It’s not ‘them’, it’s ‘we’.�

When what to our wandering Eyes should appear, But a tiny old man, With a sled and reindeer.

“Let’s deck out our Main Streets, And remember one thing: ‘Tis the “Season of Giving�, Not the “Buying of Things.�

Arrangements presents a class using a crafty “waterfrog� to hold the freshly-cut foliage, the centerpiece hugging the table surface and staying fresh for weeks. All tools needed, materials and refreshments are included. $10 each, or two for $15 (two friends, or a parent or grandparent and an older child). From 10 a.m. to noon.

The Artful Arrangements Crafting Center, 205 Orchard Lane, Penngrove. Call Diane to register because this class fills fast: 707-664-8656. www.artfularrangements.org.

DECEMBER 29

Healdsburg Chanukah Celebration - Oakville Grocery, right off the plaza, welcomes locals and visitors to come celebrate Chanukah. The night will feature a live band, large Menorah lighting, hot latkes and holiday treats for everyone. Celebration begins at 5 p.m. at Oakville Grocery off the plaza. jewishsonoma.com or call 707-577-0277.

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along program of traditional holiday folk songs. Miller's setlist includes well-known and not-so-well-known folksongs and carols for winter. From 2-3:30 p.m. At the Guerneville Regional Library, 141107 Armstrong Woods Rd., Guerneville. 869-9004.

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“Remember me?� He asked. “Are you still a believer?

Or would you rather complain, And watch your town wither?�

Traditional Winter Holiday Folk Songs with Adam Miller — The folk singer and storyteller presents a sing-

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Twas the month before Christmas When throughout our hometowns The merchants were practicing Their “shopping mall frowns.�

Family Wreath Making Day — Bring parents, grandparents and children alike to make simple holiday wreaths for everyone in the family. Everyone can join in the fun and learn the art of wreath making while sipping hot apple cider and snacking on homemade popcorn. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $75+ depending on size and materials.

Dragonfly Floral. 425 Westside Rd. Healdsburg. 433-3739, dragonflyfloralschool.com.

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Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Christmas Eve Tuesday, Dec. 24 5 p.m. Carols followed

by Holy Eucharist Christmas Day Wednesday, Dec. 25 10 a.m. Service 707-891-6015 122 N. Main Street in Cloverdale

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Sunday, Dec. 15: Holiday party potluck follows choir performance at 10:30 a.m. Worship Service.

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