Hometown Holidays 2016

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

NOVEMBER 25 - HEALDSBURG DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY PARTY - Music, carolers and the merchant open house await visitors to the annual holiday celebration.

Holiday Calendar of Events ONGOING November 25-January 8 Zoom: Toys on the Go, Healdsburg Museum - This year’s annual holiday exhibition showcases toy trains, cars, trucks, bikes, trikes, motorcycles and pedal cars from the past 100 years. See a running O-scale model train by Wayne Padd and spectacular vintage toy vehicles from the Castelli family and the Museum collection. Free Admission. Open Wed-Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through the Christmas season. Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society, 221 Matheson Street. healdsburgmuseum.org.

December 1-31 Windsor’s Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Grove - Trees decorated with personalities reflective of the community groups that created them are lit at sunset, followed by the main tree lighting at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy train rides in the gym parking lot and myriad activities for families. A special mailbox enables kids to send

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STARTING DECEMBER 2 - SANTALAND DIARIES - The funny tale of a Macy’s holiday elf, returns with a performance from the 6th Street Playhouse

letters to Santa (and receive responses). Food vendors, hot chocolate, coffee and more. Rain or shine. 5-8 p.m. Windsor Town Green, Windsor. people4parkswindsor.org.

NOVEMBER November 25 Healdsburg Downtown Holiday Party - Downtown merchants invite you to their annual open house. Music, carolers and the Healdsburg Community Band keep the mood festive. Santa arrives at 5 p.m. at the Healdsburg Plaza, taking a seat under the gazebo to visit with kids. Retail shops stay open late tonight and offer their own holiday cheer. 4-8 p.m. Downtown Healdsburg. healdsburg.com.

Bodega Christmas Crafts Faire - The Bodega Volunteer Fire Department holds its annual fundraiser at McCaughey Hall, Bodega’s fire station for 64 years.

Shop local at this annual crafts fair. Buy meal tickets at the door. McCaughey Hall, 17184 Bodega Hwy., Bodega. bodegafire.org.

Gualala Festival of Trees - Kick off the holiday season on the Mendocino Coast. The Gualala Arts Center transforms into mid-19th century Gualala with booths of handcrafted wares, from quilts to woodcarvings. Kids will marvel at the magical gingerbread house and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus on their rein-

deer-driven sleigh and The Grinch. Festive snacks, hot drinks. Free. Friday 10 a.m.5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala. gualalaarts.org.

November 26 Starcross Christmas Faire - The 1902 farmhouse will be filled with fragrant Christmas wreaths, delicious dried-fruit trays, wild blackberry jam, Summer Spice Apple Butter, Muscadine grape jelly, homegrown Italian seasoning, lavender sachets and other treats, all sustainably grown and produced on site. Come and taste Sister Julie’s Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, including the just-pressed “Olio Nuovo” prized by chefs and gourmets. 10 a.m.-5 pm. Starcross Community, 34500 Annapolis Road, Annapolis. starcross.org.

Gualala Festival of Trees - (see November 25).

Bodega Christmas Crafts Faire - (see November 25).

Hotel Healdsburg Holiday Afternoon Tea - The critically-acclaimed hotel in downtown Healdsburg offers its fifth annual Holiday Tea service to provide a relaxing atmosphere for friends and family to enjoy festive bites and beverages. Guests and wine country visitors can indulge in house made pastries, petit sandwiches, custom blend teas, classic cocktails and other holiday fare from recently-appointed Executive Chef Scott Romano. Features live piano music, impressive winter florals (continues on next page)

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Envision diamonds, platinum, gold, precious gems and silver. Necklaces, earrings County we have small towns that share in and rings for every budget and statement the joy of the holidays with festivities, pieces meant to impress. For the adventurshopping and world class dining. It is the ist, maybe a new bike or new gear. Visit perfect destination for all of your holiday the bookstore for that hot new release or needs. There is so much to be discovered, the classic novel that is begging to be and shopping locally helps strengthen our reread. A candy lover in the mix? You will diverse merchants and their communities. find more choices of candy and gourmet Sonoma County locals believe in sustain- chocolates than anywhere else; toffee, ability, farm to table, and quality. So get in chocolate turtles, and truffles to name a the car and head out for an adventure in few. Trendy pieces of clothing and accesCloverdale, Healdsburg, Windsor, sories for the teenagers, and who wouldn't love a gift certificate to a coffee house?

Guerneville or Sebastopol. uerneville is an eclectic, soulful town. loverdale is Sonoma County's northIt has a charming, active Main Street ernmost town. It is known for its burgeoning arts community and quaint, with many shops and restaurants. Step charming downtown. The shop owners are back in time and visit the 5&10 store with friendly and down to earth, making for a a little bit of everything from games to pet gifts. The newest addition day of relaxed enjoyment. to Main Street is a renoYou won't be bothered by Bring the family, vated historical building crowds here. Stroll along the shops and be delighted friends and the kids, that now serves over-thetop homemade pies and ice in the choices of one of a and revel in the cream. Your taste buds kind collectibles such as coasters made with recyenjoyment of small will go wild for flavors such as maple bourbon cled wine corks. Or unique city, one of a kind bacon brittle or lavender fabric for the hand sewn honeycomb. You can buy gift, vintage clothes from treasures that will whole pies and pints of ice some of the coolest surely bring joy and cream as gifts for the host decades, and artisan culior hostess at the next holinary goodies. Grab a capholiday happiness day party. puccino and a piece of amazing gluten free cake ebastopol is a little bit from the coffee shop for an afternoon treat. hippie and rich in good ealdsburg is in the heart of wine vibes. Here you will find gifts for the cockcountry. It is an antique lovers dream tail connoisseur and the caffeine lover and a hipsters delight. You can discover alike. Visit the distillery that promotes handmade jewelry, fine Italian shoes and "grain to glass" by using only organic Red upscale outfits for the kids or baby. You Winter wheat. Then stop at the cafe that can also find a precious gift for your brews organic yerba mate tea and sample beloved furry friend, like chef inspired dog- the classic sparkling gold; can't go wrong gie treats and knitted sweaters. The with a case of that. Discover other jewels wineries are a perfect place to pick up a like homemade soaps, featuring flavors fine bottle of wine or buy a case to ship such as Santa Rosa plum and nutmeg or home as a gift. Don't forget to wander California mission fig and honey. They away from the square. On the side streets make soap for the four legged kind too. you won't want to miss the beautiful Everybody in your house can smell as spools of yarn for the knitting enthusiast, fresh as a garden herb. Have a friend with the gorgeous leather handbags or the a green thumb? You won't find cooler garhome goods store with scented candles dening supplies anywhere else. Maybe that are to die for. Spa treatment anyone? even a Venus fly trap can top your gift list.

How does a hot stone massage or a wine e hope the holiday shopping bug has and honey wrap sound? It's the epitome of grabbed your attention. There is so luxury. much to do and see in these beautiful indsor is just down the road from northern California towns. Bring the famiHealdsburg, about 10 minutes on the ly, friends and the kids, and revel in the 101. Cruise into town and find your way to enjoyment of small city, one of a kind treathe Windsor Town Green. There is some- sures that will surely bring joy and holiday thing for everyone on your list in Windsor, happiness.

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DECEMBER 9 - BALLET FOLKLÓRICO DE SACRAMENTO’S POSADA NAVIDEÑA - Experience the folk culture of Mexico and its unique customs and traditions during this Christmas production and traditional Posada celebration.

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(continued from previous page) and beautiful holiday décor. 2-4 p.m. Reservations: Dry Creek Kitchen @ 707-431-2800, DCK@hotelhealdsburg.com.

Geyserville Tree Lighting and Tractor Parade – Santa arrives at the Geyserville Visitor Plaza at 4 p.m., followed by the tree lighting and caroling at 6 p.m. and the colorful, fun tractor parade at 6:30. Warm up with chili and cornbread at the firehouse or hot dogs at Odd Fellows Hall. 5-8 p.m. geyservillecc.com..

November 27 Hotel Healdsburg’s Holiday Afternoon Tea - (see November 26).

DECEMBER December 1 Sebastopol Tree Lighting - The Sebastopol Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center presents this annual holiday event that brings residents together for the lighting of the town’s Christmas tree and the celebration of the holidays.

Popcorn, hot chocolate, coffee and popcorn are served.

Santa arrives by firetruck at 7 p.m., and before the night’s end, everyone holds lighted candles and joins a soloist in the singing of Silent Night. 5-8 p.m. sebastopol.org.

Holiday Celebration, Windsor Town Green - Familyfriendly event with activities for kids, elementary through high school choir groups, horse-drawn wagon rides on McClellan Street, free crafts inside the gymnasium, gingerbread cookie decorating, and stage performances. Tree lighting, 7:30 p.m. 5-8 p.m. Downtown Windsor. townofwindsor.com.

Bob Burke Fundraiser - All proceeds go to Bob Burke’s Kids, an activities program for children with cancer and other serious illnesses. During winter there are bowling and trout fishing trips, pizza and holiday parties, a Thanksgiving party and a Christmas social. Union Hotel Restaurant, Occidental. unionhoteloccidental.com, bobburkeskids.org.

Cloverdale Historical Society - Holiday tours of GouldShaw House, carolers and refreshments. Step back in time for a miniature Dickens Village. 2-7 p.m. cloverdalehistory.org, 707-894-2067.

The Adventures of Mr. Toad - The story of Mr. Toad and his animal friends who live a wonderful life in Toad Hall. Mr. Toad has a passion for speed, driving, and mischief! His slower-paced friends Mole, Rat, and Badger are constantly trying to keep him out of mischief. 7:30 p.m. At the Cloverdale Performing Arts Center, 209 N. Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale. 894-2214, cloverdaleperformingarts.com.

Cloverdale Arts Alliance Holiday Gallery - The gallery will be transformed into a Holiday Pop-Up Craft Faire featuring locally made items perfect for gift giving, or just to treat yourself. Meet the artists and crafters and get into the holiday spirit with spiced cider, cookies and other homemade snacks. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 204 N. Cloverdale Blvd. Admission is free.

Santaland Diaries - A funny and disturbing one-man tale of an out-of-work anti-hero who decides to become a Macy’s holiday elf presented by the 6th Street Playhouse. 8 p.m. 523-4185.

Tree Lighting and Skating Exhibition - Snoopy’s Home Ice kicks off the holiday season with its 12th Annual Tree (continues on next page)

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DECEMBER 10 - ELENA URIOSTE ON VIOLIN, ADAM GOLKA ON PIANO - Presented by Redwood Arts.

DECEMBER 2 - CLOVERDALE ARTS ALLIANCE HOLIDAY GALLERY - Locally made items perfect for gift giving, or just to treat yourself. (continued from previous page) Lighting and Skating Exhibition. Free admission, but tickets are required. Stick around after the show for $5 public skating session; all ages and levels welcome.

Redwood Empire Ice Arena, Santa Rosa. Full details at snoopyshomeice.com.

Cloverdale Winter Festival - This two-day event features festive Winter Markets at the Trading Post parking lot 1-8 p.m., and the lot adjacent to Plank, 3- 8 p.m. Enjoy food, wine, music and crafts on both days. Merchants open late.

Tonight: annual Christmas Tree Lighting with Santa and caroling. 5:30 p.m. sponsored by the Lion's Club and the Chamber of Commerce. 707-894-4470, cloverdalechamber.com.

December 3 Hotel Healdsburg’s Holiday Afternoon Tea - (see November 26).

Cloverdale Winter Festival - (see December 2). A visit from Santa.

Gingerbread People Decorating at Plank Market, noon-4 p.m.

Cloverdale Historical Society - (see December 2). 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Kiwanis Cold Crab Feed - Cloverdale’s first crab feed of the season! Buy tickets ahead of time. 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact Laurie: 894-3222, Gene: 894-3124. facebook.com/CloverdaleKiwanis.

Guerneville Holiday Extravaganza: Parade of Lights - Plans were in flux at press time so confirm this date for Guerneville’s annual holiday parade featuring colorful floats, live music and bright lights. Downtown Guerneville. russianriver.com.

Teresa Lubarsky’s Healdsburg Ballet performs “Twas the Night Before Christmas” - At the Raven Performing Arts Theater in Healdsburg. Any number of creatures and toys will be making merry and mischief while the family sleeps on Christmas night, including Santa, the Grinch and even the mistletoe.

Performer Laura Anderson says of the production, now in its eighth year, “It includes all types of dance: ballet, jazz and hip-hop.” At 7 p.m. healdsburgballet.com, 431-7617.

Occidental Community Choir Winter Concerts: Sing the Long Nights. Directed by Andrew DelMonte. Join the locally famous Occidental Community Choir this holiday season for a delightful evening of familiar and original songs.

Their 2016 winter concert joyfully offers up songs of celebration and beauty that will warm your heart, get those toes tapping, and even includes a not-to-bemissed choral romp through the ages. Sonoma County Poet Laureate Iris Jamahl Dunkle will be their guest artist for some performances. At 7:30 p.m. Occidental Center for the Arts. occidentalchoir.org.

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The Adventures of Mr. Toad - (see December 2). At 7:30 p.m.

Santaland Diaries - (see December 2). 8 p.m.

December 4 Hotel Healdsburg’s Holiday Afternoon Tea - (see November 26).

Teresa Lubarsky’s Healdsburg Ballet performs “Twas the Night Before Christmas” - (see December 3). At 2 p.m.

The Adventures of Mr. Toad - (see December 2). At 2 p.m.

Carols, Canticles and Christmas Classics - The Healdsburg Chorus has been sharing the joy of music for more than 26 years. At the Glaser Center in Santa Rosa. Enjoy “Holly, Jolly Christmas,” “Here Comes the Light,” “Celtic Silent Night” and other tunes performed by “60 people who love to sing.” healdsburgchorus.com.

Santaland Diaries - (see December 2). 7 p.m.

Occidental Community Choir Winter Concerts: Sing the Long Nights. - (see December 3). At 3 p.m. Occidental Center for the Arts.

December 7 Strolling Dine Around - Three-course progressive feast at Healdsburg restaurants. Reservations required. healdsburg.com. (continues on next page)

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DECEMBER 3 & 4 - ‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS - Teresa Lubarsky’s Healdsburg Ballet performs a Christmas tale to enchant all.

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Santaland Diaries - (see December 2). 8 p.m.

December 10

It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play - In this Raven Players’ production, the story line is the same classic but much of the pleasure is watching the show unfold as if you’ve stepped into a 1940’s radio station to see a taping. Carol Noack, the Raven Performing Arts Theater’s Marketing Director, remarks, “Seeing a technician create all the extra sound effects (doorbells, cars, horse hooves) is tons of fun.” raventheater.org.

Carols, Canticles and Christmas Classics - (see December 4). At Community Church in Healdsburg.

Strolling Dine Around - (see December 7).

Santaland Diaries - (see December 2). 7:30 p.m.

Hotel Healdsburg’s Holiday Afternoon Tea - (see November 26).

It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play - (see December 8).

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Elena Urioste on violin, Adam Golka on piano - Redwood Arts has long understood that the best performances not only come from great performers, but great performers who are let loose to collaborate and plan their program as they see fit. Giving them this artistic license leads to breathtaking live performances that can’t be duplicated. These two performers, consummate soloists in their own right, have chosen to work together for this concert. 7:30 p.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Sebastopol. redwoodarts.org.

Occidental Community Choir Winter Concerts: Sing the Long Nights. - (see December 3). At 8 p.m. Occidental Center for the Arts.

December 9 Ballet Folklórico de Sacramento’s Posada Navideña - a Sonoma County audience favorite, is returning for its 10th year at the Luther Burbank Center in Santa Rosa. Families and audiences of all ages are invited to come and experience the folk culture of Mexico and its unique customs and traditions during this Christmas production and traditional Posada celebration. lutherburbankcenter.org.

Occidental Community Choir Winter Concerts: Sing the Long Nights. - (see December 3). At 8 p.m. Occidental Center for the Arts.

Carols, Canticles and Christmas Classics - (see December 4). At Community Church in Healdsburg.

Healdsburg Community Band - Led by conductor Randy Masselink, the band will present its annual holiday show at the Cloverdale Veterans Memorial Building. 7 p.m. healdsburgcommunityband.org.

Carols, Canticles and Christmas Classics - (see December 4). At Community Church in Healdsburg.

Goddess Crafts Faire - The Goddess Crafts Faire celebrates the coming of winter through women’s art, music and dance and is produced by Katrina Weaver and Kris Freewoman. Don’t miss this exquisite collection of handmade gifts by local and regional women. Kids free. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sebastopol Community Center. goddesscraftsfaire.com.

Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire - Original gifts by local artists, delicious lunch, raffle and baked goods. Come join the activities, and take a stroll through town.

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