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SUMMARY:Orchard Hike with Farmer Brooke Hazen at Gold Ridge Organic Farms
DESCRIPTION:Don’t just tour the farm — explore it alongside the very farmer who built it\, Brooke Hazen\, in this immersive\, behind-the-scenes experience. \nStep into the heart of Gold Ridge Organic Farms for an orchard hike led by our founder and farmer\, Brooke Hazen. With over two decades of dedication poured into these 88 acres of certified organic farmland\, Brooke will guide you through the orchards and share the story of how he transformed this land into a thriving sanctuary for heirloom apples\, olives\, and citrus. \nAlong the way\, you’ll explore our 70+ heirloom apple varieties and 21 olive cultivars\, learn about our organic farming practices\, and get your questions answered by the person who knows this land better than anyone \nPlease Note:\nThis is a moderately challenging walk over uneven\, rugged terrain with gentle hills and light elevation gain. Sturdy\, closed-toe\, non-slip shoes are required. No heels\, sandals\, ballet flats\, or open-toed shoes allowed. \nWhat to Bring: \nSun Protection: Sunscreen and a sun hat\nWater: A refillable bottle — we offer pristine well water for top-ups\nLayers: Mornings are cool and afternoons can be warm — a T-shirt with a light jacket works well\nAfter the hike\, enjoy a capsule tasting of our most popular and best beloved apple and olive products\, including our Tuscan Blend EVOO\, Apple Cider Syrup and more! \nOptional boxed lunches are available with 48 hours’ advance notice for an additional fee.
URL:https://sebastopolcalendar.com/event/orchard-hike-with-farmer-brooke-hazen-at-gold-ridge-organic-farms/
LOCATION:Gold Ridge Organic Farms\, 3387 Canfield Rd\, Sebastopol\, 95472
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SUMMARY:Cooking Demo & Book Signing: Snacking Dinners with Author Georgia Freedman at Gold Ridge Organic Farms
DESCRIPTION:Come meet Georgia Freedman\, author of Snacking Dinners\, for a relaxed cooking demo and book signing in the Apple Cottage at Gold Ridge Organic Farms. Georgia will show you how to turn your favorite snacks into a satisfying\, balanced meal with recipes that are simple\, flexible\, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re cooking just for yourself or sharing with friends\, Snacking Dinners makes it easy to put together a meal that feels special but doesn’t take hours in the kitchen. \nWhat to Expect:\n*A demonstration-style class in our charming Apple Cottage kitchen.\n*Tastings of the finished dishes.\n*Round-trip ride in our vintage pink VW van between the Farm Shop and Apple Cottage.\n*10% off all Farm Shop purchases made on the day of the workshop. \nGeorgia is an experienced food writer whose work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal\, Food & Wine\, and Saveur. In this demo\, she’ll walk you through some of the recipes from her new book\, share her inspiration for the “snacking dinner” concept\, and give you tips for making meals that are both satisfying and stress-free. You’ll also have a chance to get a signed copy of Snacking Dinners and chat with Georgia about her approach to cooking. \nTickets: $15\nAdd a signed copy of “Snacking Dinners” for an additional $30. \nBoxed lunches can be ordered with 48-hours notice.
URL:https://sebastopolcalendar.com/event/cooking-demo-book-signing-snacking-dinners-with-author-georgia-freedman-at-gold-ridge-organic-farms/
LOCATION:Gold Ridge Organic Farms\, 3387 Canfield Rd\, Sebastopol\, 95472
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T140000
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SUMMARY:Taking Fermented Foods to the Next Level
DESCRIPTION:Join us in learning more about fermented foods and condiments with owner\, Sam Papone who started Golden State Pickle Works & Collective Cultures in 2014. She uses organically grown produce and works diligently to preserve global food traditions in her creations as well as repurposing every last bit of food she uses! \nYou will learn about some of the food traditions she utilizes in her foods and keys to fermenting much of what you grow in your gardens. Numerous other food produces in Sonoma County employ her products in their own creations. \nCome join us as we all need better gut health!!
URL:https://sebastopolcalendar.com/event/taking-fermented-foods-to-the-next-level/
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SUMMARY:Free talk: History of Fire Departments in Western Sonoma County
DESCRIPTION:Decades ago\, small fire houses in Western Sonoma County used rooftop sirens to alert firefighting volunteers. These individuals left their fields and businesses at a moment’s notice to respond to emergencies. Today\, organizations use modern equipment and technology to provide emergency services to our region. A free talk by longtime firefighter will share the evolution and history from those early days to the present. Jack Piccinni\, who has fought fires in Sebastopol for over fifty years\, will share his stories and perspective from a lifetime of keeping us safe.  This free lecture is a project from the Western Sonoma County Historical Society.
URL:https://sebastopolcalendar.com/event/free-talk-history-of-fire-departments-in-western-sonoma-county/
LOCATION:Sebastopol Fire Department\, 7425 Bodega Ave\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages (Family friendly),Education,Free,History/Culture,Lecture
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SUMMARY:Free Live Music with George Palma's Bitter Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:Sebastopol Community Market invites you to dance under the summer sky with George Palma’s Bitter Blues Band. \nThe George Palma Bitter Blues Band is a harmonica driven blues ensemble that has been playing Sonoma County for the past seven years. With their signature blend of blues\, old and new\, west coast\, and swing\, this talented group has captivated audiences with soulful performances. \nBacking George is a group of gifted musicians who share his commitment to excellence and dedication to their craft. If you are a die hard blues enthusiast or a new comer to this genre\, the Bitter Blues band promises to entertain you with their heart and soul for the blues.
URL:https://sebastopolcalendar.com/event/free-live-music-with-george-palmas-bitter-blues-band/
LOCATION:Sebastopol Community Market\, 6762 Sebastopol Ave.\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages (Family friendly),Dance,Music
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SUMMARY:Love and Laughter Ever After! An Evening of Enlightening Comedy and Joyous Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Cosmic Comic Swami Beyondananda\nand Shamanic Cheerleader Raina Satori \nSaturday July 19th | Doors open: 7 PM | Show 7:30 PM\nSoft Medicine\, Sebastopol \nDon’t Complain — Come Play! \nAt a time when we are divided by the beliefs in our head\, here’s a chance to unite around the love in our hearts! \nAnd the best way to do that is through hearty laughter. \nSo you are invited to join us for an evening of cosmic comedy\, music\, and community celebration – who knows you might get struck by enlightening! \nIn a never-before-experienced incom-pair-able pairing\, the Swami – whose favorite yoga pose is tongue-in-cheek – is joined by Raina Satori the Shamanic Cheerleader for an evening guaranteed to keep you laughing till the sacred cows come home. \nIn addition to comedy sets by Raina and Swami\, the evening will be a community celebration\, a meet-and-greet\, and capped off by a final set where both Swami and Raina (channeling God\, for God’s sake!) go head-to-head and heart-to-heart to answer all of your questions. (And no doubt you will question their answers.) \nDon’t miss this laugh-filled love fest – or is it a love-filled laugh fest? \nFind out for yourself and invite your friends because when it comes to laughter\, the more the merrier. \nProduced in collaboration with Peace Town and Wishing Well Productions. \nPresale Tickets: $25\nAt the Door: $35\nTickets and more info: https://www.peacetown.org/tickets/p/love-laughter-ever-after \n_______________________________________ \nSteve Bhaerman aka Swami Beyondananda Bio\nSteve Bhaerman is an internationally known author\, humorist\, and workshop leader. For the past 38 years\, he has written and performed as Swami Beyondananda\, the “Cosmic Comic.” Swami’s comedy has been called “irreverently uplifting” and has been described both as “comedy disguised as wisdom” and “wisdom disguised as comedy.” Author Marianne Williamson has called him “the Mark Twain of our generation”. \nOn the more serious side\, he co-authored with cellular biologist Bruce H. Lipton\, PhD Spontaneous Evolution: Our Positive Future and a Way to Get There from Here (Hay House\, 2009). Steve is co-host of the Front and Center podcast (“from political battlefields to cooperative playing fields” https://frontandcenter.locals.com/)\, writes a regular Substack blog\, Signs of the Upwising https://signsoftheupwising.substack.com/\nSwami can be found online at https://wakeuplaughing.com/. \nRaina Satori Stewart\nRaina Satori Stewart is wild\, irreverent\, bawdy\, and bold\, known for enlightening comedy that splits sides and opens hearts. Her commitment to a particular frequency of comedy birthed the “Ridiculum Curriculum”\, a show and production biz dedicated to high vibe spiritual satire. Most recently\, she produced and performed in “So this is menopause” and she’s performed in many other satire comedy shows such as “ More Enlightened Than You”\, “Stairway to Haven”\, “Fou Fou Ha” and created the “Shamanic Cheerleaders” voted “Most Revolutionary Spirit Guides” in Best of the Bay.\nShe’s been featured on America’s Got Talent\, Marin IJ\, Yoga Journal\, Conscious Dancer\, and more! She performed at Harmony Fest\, Ecstatic Dance Retreats\, SoulPlay\, Symbiosis\, LIB\, Sacred Uproar with Rob Brezney and Making Light Comedy Festival to name a few. Equally skilled with a whip AND a quip\, this woman dares to bare her soul….and will split your heart open if you let her. She brings the SPIRIT into spirituality… Namast-YAY!
URL:https://sebastopolcalendar.com/event/love-and-laughter-ever-after-an-evening-of-enlightening-comedy-and-joyous-celebration/
LOCATION:Soft Medicine Sanctuary\, 186 North Main Street Suite #120\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
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