How much knowledge do you have about the founding and ideals of your own country – USA? Share Your Ideas and Concerns in an Open Conversation – after a Short History Lesson! Sister Federal Republics: America (1776) & Switzerland (1291) Rome (509 BCE) & Greece (508 BCE) “Developing in the West of Europe is that […]
Join us each month as we capture the best of the harvest! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of preserving seasonal fruit through canning, jamming, and other time-honored techniques. Each month, make 2 preserves, 1 beverage, and one preserved condiment. July features stone fruit! Guided by Christina Connelly of Apple Blossom Acre, you’ll […]
Join a cadre of enthusiastic volunteers in preserving and maintaining the Luther Burbank Experiment Farm every Wednesday from 9am to noon. We need volunteers across the spectrum of gardening, leading tours, showing people around the cottage, selling items at the cottage gift shop, and more! All skill and ability levels welcome.
The watercolor class will focus on skill and technique development: wash, color mixing, texture, and line. Beginning painters will practice developing a strong foundation. Advanced painters will benefit from new approaches to the basics and sharpened skills. Discussion will focus on the elements of visual art: light, form, color, and texture.
3d Wednesday of the month. Monthly no-host lunch for area seniors. Meets at noon in the community room of Forestville Methodist Church, 6550 Covey Road, Forestville. Enter from the parking area behind the church. No membership required. $5 per person. Information: Bobbie Fortunati, (707) 820-5021.
Immerse yourself in our serene 5-acre spa retreat in West Sonoma County for a day of transformative self-care. Your journey begins with a morning of relaxation, including a group cedar enzyme footbath, your choice of a 70-minute massage or a 65-minute custom facial, peaceful walking meditation through our bamboo forest, and guided meditation in our […]
Better than Best: homemade mayonnaise makes a luscious accompaniment to summer grilling. And it’s easier than you think! Learn one basic technique and you can make herby green goddess dressing and punchy, garlicky aioli, too. What to Expect: *A 20-minute guided stroll through our organic olive and apple orchards. *A demonstration-style class in our charming […]
Spend a casual Friday evening enjoying live music & local wines at a small, family owned & operated winery in The Barlow in downtown Sebastopol. Featured artists are announced on a monthly basis to our email list and can be found on the events calendar on our website. Free entry. No reservations are required but […]
Art Reception & Show featuring artists from the Art Workshop of Western Sonoma County at The Livery CoWork. Join us on Friday July 18, 5:00pm-7:00pm at The Livery CoWork for a reception celebrating talented artists from the Art Workshop of Western Sonoma County. A new display of artwork from AWS members is now decorating the […]
Don’t just tour the farm — explore it alongside the very farmer who built it, Brooke Hazen, in this immersive, behind-the-scenes experience. Step 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 […]
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 […]
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! You will learn […]