Events

Sonoma County Art Trails

Sep 24, 2022 to Oct 2, 2022 10:00 am

Art Studios across Sonoma County Free

116 professional artists open their art studios for 2 weekends this fall and invite you to EXPLORE Sonoma County, ENGAGE with artists in their own studios and COLLECT beautiful art

Color Mixing and Ten Strokes

Sep 27, 2022 10:00 am

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $60

In this class, the instructor will paint with oils in just three colors and white as a demonstration of color mixing techniques and making different values of the colors.

Poetic License Sonoma – Topic: “Equinox” with special guest poet, Sandra Anfang

Sep 27, 2022 7:00 pm

Zoom $5-$30 donation

Poetic License Sonoma, a group of 8 poets read each month at Sebastopol Center for the Arts Fourth Tuesday Zoom Poetry Series. Though often a solitary pursuit, the writing of poetry, like all artistic forms of communication, is nurtured through the collaboration and support of others. They encourage and celebrate this form of artistry in our region, and beyond, through poetry readings, like this one; the publication of their work; and a steady stream of new writing.

Danceypants – Morning

Sep 28, 2022 9:15 am

Community Youth Annex, 425 Morris St, Sebastopol, CA 95472, USA $15

We have fun, we warm up, we learn a routine altogether, and in a non-judgemental environment we allow our inner kid-performer to take the (metaphorical) stage.

Sebastopol Community Awards

Sep 28, 2022 6:30 pm

Russian River Vineyards, 5700 Highway 116, North, Forestville, CA 95436

Each year your Chamber of Commerce presents The Annual Community Awards. Winners are nominated, voted on and selected by the local community - then celebrated at this annual party.

AWS Fall Art Show

Sep 29, 2022 to Nov 25, 2022 8:06 pm

Finley Art Center, 2060 W. College Av, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 Free

AWS Fall Art Show at Finley Community Park, Santa Rosa, Sept 29-Nov 25. A free reception with wine and appetizers is hosted on Thurs, Sept 29, from 5-7 pm. Show hours are M-F, 8-6

A Botanical Evening Out

Sep 29, 2022 5:30 pm

Vitality Center Sebastopol 6914 Sebastopol Avenue Sebastopol, CA 95472 $90

Explore & create with plants in downtown Sebastopol on Thursday, September 29th at The Vitality Center from 5:30 - 7:30 pm.

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: JTraveling Wilburys Revue + SunHunter

Sep 30, 2022 9:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $25

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for live performances by JTraveling Wilburys Revue + SunHunter on September 30, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Copperfield’s Books Presents: Elizabeth Strout (Online)

Sep 30, 2022 5:00 pm

Online (Zoom) $28-$32

Join us on September 20 at 5 p.m. PST for Random House Studio Sessions: Elizabeth Strout presents Lucy by the Sea, as the Pulitzer Prize–winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Olive Kitteridge, My Name Is Lucy Barton, Oh William!, and more virtually launches her new novel, Lucy by the Sea. Strout will discuss returning to the beloved characters of Lucy Barton and her ex-husband, William, and why their dynamic continues to be such a rich source of inspiration.

Mend & Befriend at the Sebastopol Grange

Sep 30, 2022 4:30 pm

Sebastopol Grange Hall 6000 Sebastopol Ave, Hwy 12. Free

We are looking for friends and neighbors of all ages to help us build a community that fosters: sharing, mending, learning, self-reliance, friendships, zero waste, re-use, and repair.

Oktoberfest at Crooked Goat Brewing

Oct 1, 2022 11:30 am

Crooked Goat Brewing 120 Morris Street - Sebastopol Free Live Music + Beer on tap!

It’s that time of year again! Crooked Goat Brewing is celebrating Oktoberfest the only way we know how- with a parking lot party!So break out the lederhosen and dirndls, and get ready to prost the day away.

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: Illeagles

Oct 1, 2022 9:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $30

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for live performances by Illeagles on October 1, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Fall Bird Walk at the Laguna de Santa Rosa – Oct 1

Oct 1, 2022 8:30 am

Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation 900 Sanford Road Santa Rosa, CA 95401 Donation Based

Due to the popularity of the Bird Walks with Teresa and Miles we have decided to host not one, but two separate days of birdwatching!

Fall Bird Walk at the Laguna de Santa Rosa – Oct 8

Oct 1, 2022 8:30 am

Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation 900 Sanford Road Santa Rosa, CA 95401 Donation Based

Due to the popularity of the Bird Walks with Teresa and Miles we have decided to host not one, but two separate days of birdwatching!

Docent Tour at Hidden Forest Botanical Reserve

Oct 1, 2022 10:00 am

Hidden Forest Nursery 3970 Azalea Lane - Sebastopol $10-$20

Take a guided walk with a horticulturist through the 7.5 acre Hidden Forest botanical reserve. Walk through magnificent rare trees and wondrous flowering plants on your way to see a spring-fed pond, a year-round creek, and a pre-historic wetland.

Colored Pencil with Nina Antze: October 4, 2022

Oct 4, 2022 10:00 am

282 South High Street, Sebastopol, CA 95472 $25

These workshops are geared to the advanced, ongoing students who want in-person instruction and feedback on their colored pencil projects. Please consult the instructor before signing up, Nina Antze antze@pcquilt.com

Copperfield’s Books Presents: Jon Melrod

Oct 6, 2022 7:00 pm

Copperfield's Books - Sebastopol 138 N Main Street Sebastopol, Ca Free

Copperfield's Books welcomes Jon Melrod to Sebastopol in celebration of his book Fighting Times: Organizing on the Front Lines of the Class War

Turning Wooden Bowls – October 6

Oct 6, 2022 4:00 pm

Chimera Arts and Maker Space 6791 Sebastopol Avenue Suite 180 Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $100

Wooden bowls are among the most intimate and ancient forms of turned wooden object, and they're incredibly fun and satisfying to make.

Cemetery Walk 2022 (2 Days)

Oct 7, 2022 6:00 am

St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 500 Robinson Rd. Sebastopol $50

Some of Sebastopol’s most colorful departed souls will, once again, rise from their graves at Sebastopol Memorial Lawn to tell their stories during this year’s Sebastopol Cemetery Walk on the evenings of October 7th and 8th.

First Friday Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ deLphi

Oct 7, 2022 7:00 pm

425 Morris Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 $20-$25

The Ecstatic Dance musical journey starts slowly for stretching and gradually quickens - taking you on a rhythmic wave where you’ll dance hard and sweat, slowing down again, ending with a sound bath and short meditation. Wear comfy clothes and bring a water bottle - prepare to be danced!

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: Latin Neon Party

Oct 7, 2022 9:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $20

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for a Latin Neon Party on October 7, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Weekend Along the Farm Trails 2022

Oct 8, 2022 10:00 am

Map Sent After Registration (Sebastopol, CA) Free

Join us for Weekend Along the Farm Trails, when Sonoma County farmers and producers open their gates and barn doors to offer a taste of life on the farm!

Reverence Heart Connection Ritual

Oct 8, 2022 7:00 pm

The Journey Temple To be sent after registration Sebastopol, CA 95472 $35-$65

The Reverence Heart Connection Ritual, formerly called Reverence Puja, is an evening of coming home to ourselves and one another. In partner exercises, Alyssa will guide you through heart centered practices that awaken your senses and enliven your spirit. Sacred reverence (Tantra or sacred sexuality) practices to open your kundalini energy with breath work, eye-gazing, and consensual touch. Clothes on. Boundaries honored and celebrated.

Head West Marketplace

Oct 8, 2022 11:00 am

Woodfour Brewing Company 6780 Depot Street Sebastopol, CA, 95472 Free

HEAD WEST | a local, outdoor retail marketplace in partnership with The Barlow in Sebastopol, CA. HEAD WEST was founded and is curated by creative + small brand owner Jimmy Brower and is led by an incredible team of leaders in the field.

Makers Market – Oct 8

Oct 8, 2022 12:00 pm

Sebastopol Downtown Plaza 6901 Mckinley Ave Free to Attend

The Makers Market is held in the downtown plaza the second Saturday of every month. Vendors are encouraged to participate once or regularly. Contact the SDA if interested in setting up a booth! sebastopoldowntown@gmail.com

Sound Healing: The Celebration Of Life!

Oct 9, 2022 12:15 pm

425 Morris Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 $20

A guided meditation and sound healing experience cultivating and intending the experience of the celebration of life this fall season with the aide of shamanic drumming, medicine songs, crystal sound bowls and more.

DOC NIGHT: Kids On Tech

Oct 10, 2022 7:00 pm

Rialto Cinemas 6868 McKinley Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $15-$85

Join the North Bay filmmaking community (in person or virtually) for DOC NIGHT, a monthly screening series featuring award-winning documentaries on diverse topics from the environment to social justice to art & music.

October Business Meeting at Community Market

Oct 11, 2022 6:30 am

6762 Sebastopol Ave. Free

Active 20-30 US & Canada provides young adults with an opportunity for personal growth, life long friendships and leadership development while working together to improve the quality of life for special needs children in our community.

Art Spots: Barnes Collection by LindaLoveland-Reid

Oct 11, 2022 1:00 pm

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $20

Linda Loveland Reid has two novels available on Amazon; her short stories, essays and poetry have appeared in over 30 various publications. She teaches art history for SSU and Dominican Universities in the Osher Lifelong Learning program. Linda serves on SSU’s OLLI Advisory Board and Curriculum Committee and is chair of the Art Club with over 200 members. She is a Board Director for Sebastopol Center for the Arts. Other interests include directing theater for over 30 years, figurative and abstract painting, and directing community theater. Linda was chair of the Apple Blossom Festival Art show with over 150 artworks on display by artists County-wide. Her motto is “live ‘til you tilt.”

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: One Armed Joey + Modern Monsters

Oct 14, 2022 9:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $25

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for performances by One Armed Joey and Modern Monsters on October 14, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Beginning Wood Turning- Making a Pen

Oct 15, 2022 1:00 pm

Chimera Arts and Maker Space, Sebastopol, CA $60

Learn to use the wood lathe and take home your own beautiful custom pen or pencil

Mixed Media on Collage: Part 2

Oct 15, 2022 11:00 am

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $95

You will learn mixed media techniques to add to your collage design such as shapes and colors with paint and oil pastels, layering and editing, creating translucent layered effects, glazing, scrapping, and adding textures and patterns. This workshop is appropriate for artists working with collage, journaling, altered books, and mixed media painting. It is part of her abstract collage series but it can also be taken on its own. The goal is to provide a non-judgmental and supportive setting where participants can challenge themselves to respond intuitively to art, unleash their creativity, and ask a lot of questions.

Ceramics Studio Orientation Class: October 15, 2022

Oct 15, 2022 5:30 pm

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $50 + $35 clay fee

This beginners class will show students how to be successful at the studio and how to use the studio resources.

Taft Street Winery: President’s Club 40th Anniversary Fall Harvest Pickup Party

Oct 15, 2022 12:00 pm

Taft Street Winery 2030 Barlow Lane Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States Free for Members

Taft Street wine club members, please save the date! Join us for the Taft Street President’s Club Party on Saturday October 15th or Sunday October 16th. We’re excited to share our new fall releases with you and your guests! Details to come.

Docent Tour at Hidden Forest Botanical Reserve

Oct 15, 2022 10:00 am

Hidden Forest Nursery 3970 Azalea Lane - Sebastopol $10-$20

Zen Fest

Oct 15, 2022 10:00 am

Sebastopol Center for the the Arts Free

Zen Fest is a benefit for Stone Creek Zen Center in Graton. Free admission. Meditation & altar supplies, books, crafts, food, plants & rummage for sale. Silent auction as well.

Coiled Willow Basket with Charlie Kennard

Oct 16, 2022 9:30 am

Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation 900 Sanford Road Santa Rosa, CA 95401 $110

Join us as we learn how to create a coiled willow basket!

College Application Writing Workshop – 4 Sessions

Oct 19, 2022 5:00 pm

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $440

This class offers students the opportunity to write, be coached, get feedback, and revise college application writing.

The Currency of the Soul | Business Lab Lecture Series

Oct 20, 2022 5:30 pm

The Livery CoWork, 6940 Burnett Street, Sebastopol $15

Join us with guest speaker Jake Viramontez as he shares his findings on what happens when you give away your gifts.

Food Localization Action Group Meeting at the Sebastopol Grange

Oct 20, 2022 6:00 pm

Sebastopol Grange Hall 6000 Sebastopol Ave, Hwy 12. Free

Food Localization Action Group Thursday Oct 20, 2022 6pm The topic of discussion will be (re)organizing ourselves for local food production.

An Evening of Tango with Las Almas

Oct 21, 2022 7:00 pm

Sebastopol center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $20-$25

“Las Almas” (“The Souls”), three women of international backgrounds with classical musical training in the United States and advanced study at La Orquesta Escuela de Tango Emilio Balcarce, the most prestigious tango orchestra school in Buenos Aires, will present a concert of traditional and contemporary Argentine tango music at Sebastopol Center for the Arts for the first time on Friday, October 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. Korean-born pianist Sumi Lee now of San Francisco, Panamanian bandoneon (concertina/accordion) player Heyni Solera from Washington, D.C., and Chinese-American violinist Teagan Faran from New York entertain, educate, and affirm diversity in professional opportunities for women in the tango genre.

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: King Dream, Tom Relling Band (album release)

Oct 21, 2022 8:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $25

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for performances by King Dream & Tom Relling Band (album release) on October 21, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: El Radio Fantastqiue

Oct 21, 2022 9:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $25

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for performances by El Radio Fantastqiue on October 21, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Garden Dialogues 2022: Sebastopol, CA

Oct 22, 2022 2:00 pm

Where Agriculture Meets Coastal Woodlands --- Sebastopol, CA 95472 $75

Join us to discuss various modes of sustainable cultivation and explore the land with professionals who care for it on October 22, 2022.

Young Makers: Build a Better Birdhouse – Oct 22

Oct 22, 2022 10:00 am

Chimera Arts and Maker Space 6791 Sebastopol Avenue #180 Sebastopol, CA 95472 $49.50

In this class, you’ll learn how to make a functional birdhouse - that is, one that a bird can use to make its nest and raise it's young. You’ll learn some basic woodworking skills, the proper sizing and placement of a birdhouse and the species of birds that will use your birdhouse.

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: The Mother Hips @ 16th annual Cirque Du Sebastopol Halloween

Oct 28, 2022 9:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $25

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for performances by The Mother Hips @ 16th annual Cirque Du Sebastopol Halloween on October 28, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Create Heirloom Jewels using Vitreous Enamel Set in Sterling Silver

Oct 29, 2022 9:00 am

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $150 + $50 Materials Fee

Imagine creating wearable art by working with beautiful vitreous (glass) enamel colors fired on fine silver and set in sterling silver. We will texture (using stamps) and dome fine silver discs. Enamel will be applied to the surface by wet packing the enamels (a mixture of water and enamel powder).

Black Hatter’s Samhain Ball

Oct 29, 2022 6:00 pm

Blue Ridge Kitchen 6770 McKinley Street #Ste 150 Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $150

Come in your best bewitching ballgowns, fancy fantasy formals, glamorous gothic gowns, or sultry steampunk suits. Meet and Mingle with other like-minded members of our community. Sway and dance with music. Have your fortunes told or a reading by visiting our Diviner's gallery area, and so much more. We will have a silent auction table for some amazing items donated from local vendors. All proceeds will go to the RRBHS to help continue to put on other community events.

The Colorful world of Vitreous Enameling (Tuesdays Nov 1 – Nov 22)

Nov 1, 2022 6:00 pm

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $295 + $50 Materials Fee

Explore the amazing world of color using vitreous (glass) enamel to create one-of-a-kind art.

November Session: Peaceful Pottery with Alice Rathjen (Wednesdays Nov 2 – Nov 23)

Nov 2, 2022 6:30 pm

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $175 + $35 Materials Fee

This is a great class for those who want to enjoy building something with their own hands and experience the personal benefits of working with clay. Instruction will cover the basics of wheel throwing, hand-building (slab, coil, freeform), and glazing techniques. We’ll also explore the benefits of joining in collaborative art and letting go of the need to be productive.

Weave A Gift for the Holidays 2022 (Thursdays Nov 3 – Dec 15, No Class Nov 24)

Nov 3, 2022 9:30 am

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $210

Weave an extra special gift for giving during the holidays. Your choice of project... pattern or plain, skinny or wide, sparkly or sedate!

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: Dragon Smoke

Nov 3, 2022 8:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $55

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for performances by Dragon Smoke on November 3, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: Latin Neon Party

Nov 4, 2022 9:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $20

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for a Latin Neon Party on November 4, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Cloisonné Enameling on Fine Silver (2 Days)

Nov 5, 2022 9:00 am

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $340

Imagine creating jewel-like art by working with beautiful vitreous (glass) enamel colors fired on fine silver at 1450 degrees in the kiln. Fine silver does not oxidize when heated and it is a joy to work with. Ribbons of fine silver are shaped and fused to the first layer of fired clear enamel. Enamel colors are wet packed in the cloisons with a fine sable brush and fired one layer at a time. Because the colors of the enamel are transparent, you build up beautiful shades and blended colors, similar to the effect of watercolor painting.

Hopmonk Sebastopol Presents: Fleetwood Macramé

Nov 5, 2022 8:00 pm

HopMonk Sebastopol 230 Petaluma Ave Sebastopol, CA 95472 $30

Join the Hopmonk Sebastopol family for performances by Fleetwood Macramé on November 5, 2022. Get your tickets now!

Colored Pencil with Nina Antze: November 8, 2022

Nov 8, 2022 10:00 am

Sebastopol Center For the Arts 282 South High Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $40 + Optional 2 Extra Hours for $25

Head West Marketplace

Nov 12, 2022 11:00 am

Woodfour Brewing Company 6780 Depot Street Sebastopol, CA, 95472 Free

Makers Market – Nov 12

Nov 12, 2022 12:00 pm

Sebastopol Downtown Plaza 6901 Mckinley Ave Free to Attend

DOC NIGHT: Not Without Us

Nov 14, 2022 7:00 pm

Rialto Cinemas 6868 McKinley Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States $15-$85

Art Spots: Marc Chagall by LindaLoveland-Reid

Nov 15, 2022 1:00 pm

Online Zoom $20

Learn more about this influential person in Linda Loveland-Reid’s 3-part History Lecture Series!

Copperfield’s Books Presents: Anthony Horowitz & Shari Lapena (Online)

Nov 15, 2022 9:00 am

Online - Zoom Free

Join this multi-Independent Bookstore event to discuss Anthony Horowitz's new book, The Twist of a Knife, with Shari Lapena. Get a signed bookplate when you purchase the book with Copperfield's below.

Taft Street Winery: Taste Route 116 Wine Club Appreciation Weekend

Nov 18, 2022 12:00 pm

Taft Street Winery 2030 Barlow Lane Sebastopol, CA 95472 United States Free for Members

We’re so grateful for our wine club members. It’s time to say THANKS! Join Taft Street and the rest of the Taste Route 116 wineries and enjoy club membership benefits all weekend long. You’ll enjoy access all Taste Route 116 wineries, including free or discounted tastings, discounts on wine, and other special treatment. We hope you can join us, and more details to come!