Friday Dec. 12
54 Years of the Annex Galleries: Discover a Santa Rosa Institution: 10 a.m. Friday, The Annex Galleries, 604 College Ave., Santa Rosa. Celebrating 54 years of art at Santa Rosa’s Annex Galleries. The exhibition will feature over 100 works highlighting five centuries of prints, drawings, paintings, sculpture, and more. Free, 707-546-7352, annexgalleries.com.
Après Bricoleur: 11 a.m. Friday, Bricoleur Vineyard, 7394 Starr Road, Windsor. Guests can escape to Après Bricoleur — a cozy winter pop-up at Bricoleur Vineyards featuring Pendleton décor, seasonal bites, and perfect wine pairings in Sonoma. $150, bricoleurvineyards.com.
Downtown Holiday Hen Hunt: 10 a.m. Friday, Historic Downtown Petaluma, 20 Fourth St., Petaluma. Discover hidden “Holiday Hens” across participating downtown businesses! Each hen is dressed in festive holiday attire. Free, 707-762-9348, petalumadowntown.com.
Gas Money: 8 p.m. Friday, Coyote Sonoma, 44F Mill St. From Rock to Motown Doors 6 p.m., Show 8 p.m. $10 General, Free for Coyote Sonoma Club Members Free-$10, 707-433-4444, shop.coyotesonoma.com.
GivingTuesday Promotion Supporting the Humane Society of Sonoma County: 10 a.m. Friday, MacRostie Estate House, 4605 Westside Road, Healdsburg. MacRostie Winery is partnering with the Humane Society of Sonoma County to donate $10 for every holiday gift set sold, both online and at the MacRostie Winery Estate House in Healdsburg. Free, 707-473-9303, macrostiewinery.com
The Imaginists present Nightlight 2025: 6:30 p.m. Friday, the Imaginists, 461 Sebastopol Ave., Santa Rosa. Nightlight is an immersive, guided, walk-through performance celebrating winter and the dark time of year. $20, 707-528-7554, theimaginists.org
Intuitive Movement to Art: 1 p.m. Friday, The 222, 222 Healdsburg Ave. In this lightly facilitated experience, we are invited to engage in an intuitive, kinesthetic response to art. No dance experience required. Wear comfortable clothing. Free, 707-473-9152, the222.org
Juried Student Exhibition: 11 a.m. Friday, Sonoma State University, 1801 E. Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park. Juried Student Exhibition. Free, 707-664-3049, artgallery.sonoma.edu
Late Night Karaoke After-Party — Friday Nights After Comedy: 10 p.m. Friday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Join us for a wild night of karaoke and fun after the comedy show every Friday — it’s the ultimate party! Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com
MacRostie Elevated Sparkling Food & Wine Experience: 10 a.m. Friday, MacRostie Estate House, 4605 Westside Road, Healdsburg. This month, guests are invited to celebrate the season at the MacRostie Estate House with the debut of MacRostie’s Elevated Sparkling Food & Wine Experience. Free-$75, 707-473-9303, ext. 1, exploretock.com
Markham Vineyards Private Tasting: The Cabernet Connoisseur’s Experience: 11 a.m. Friday, Markham Vineyards, 2812 St. Helena Highway North, St. Helena. This private tasting features library vintages, single-vineyard wines, and a barrel tasting of The Philanthropist, Markham’s flagship 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, paired with cheeses, charcuterie and chocolates. $95-$150, 707-312-2659, markhamvineyards.com
Open Mic Night Fridays at The Hydro Bar and Grill: 6:30 p.m. Friday, The Hydro Bar and Grill, 1403 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga. Open Mic Night Fridays at The Hydro Bar and Grill, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Sign-ups start at 6:30 p.m. Join host Randy Foisy for a great night of entertainment. Free, 707-942-9777.
Our Favorite Toys: 11 a.m. Friday, Healdsburg Museum, 221 Matheson St. The “Our Favorite Toys” exhibition features toys and photos of the children who loved them, along with hands-on activities for kids. Free, 707-431-3325, healdsburgmuseum.org
Winter Faire Sip & Shop: 5:30 p.m. Friday, Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm, 655 Willowside Road, Santa Rosa. Free, 707-575-7194.
You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Cloverdale Performing Arts Center, 209 N. Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale. Based on the comic strip “Peanuts” from Charles M. Schulz. $15-$25, 415-298-9717, cloverdaleperformingarts.com
Saturday Dec. 13
ACLS Certification Class (AHA) Blended Learning: 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Vive CPR, 5350 Commerce Blvd., Suite B, Rohnert Park. American Heart Association ACLS Certification Blended Learning (online course plus in-person skills session). 707-612-3277, vivecpr.com
AHA BLS Certification Class (Blended Learning): 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Vive CPR, 5350 Commerce Blvd., Suite B, Rohnert Park. American Heart Association BLS certification blended learning course for health care providers. 707-612-3277, vivecpr.com
Cloverdale Blues Night, second Saturdays: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Cloverdale Arts Alliance, 204. N. Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale. As part of its live music series, Cloverdale Arts Alliance hosts a monthly blues night on Second Saturdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the CAA gallery. Free-$5, 707-529-2421, cloverdalemusicworkshop.com
FNV Presents MusicTime in the Library with clarinetist Morgan Nilsen: 10 a.m. Saturday, Calistoga Library, 1108 Myrtle St., Calistoga. Festival Napa Valley presents MusicTime in the Library with international touring artist Morgan Nilsen. Free, festivalnapavalley.org
Grooving and Giving with Dirty Cello and The Mild Heroes: 7 p.m. Saturday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. You can’t miss this intense evening of high-energy crooning and swooning with some of Sonoma’s favorites, headlined by Dirty Cello, for a great spirit lift, and a super cause. $30-$35, 408-401-1320, audacityrisinginc.org
Light in the Darkness Winter 2025 Concert Series: 7 p.m. Saturday, Glaser Center, 547 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Live concerts featuring an eclectic mix of locally composed music, classical and contemporary choral pieces, poetry, and spoken word from our community in the redwoods of Northern California. $25, occidentalchoir.org
Live Music — The Ukulele Ramblers — Open Uke Jam!: 3 p.m. Saturday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Join a chill evening of live music and good vibes with The Ukulele Ramblers. Bring your uke and jam! Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com
Park Rx—Group Fitness Hikes: 9 a.m. Saturday, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood. Hiking for fitness! Free, 707-833-5712, sec.regfox.com
Petaluma’s Lighted Boat Parade: 6 p.m. Saturday, Petaluma Turning Basin, 12 C St., Petaluma. Holiday fun on the Petaluma River! Free, 707-762-9348, petalumadowntown.com
The ToyWorks Downtown Sebastopol Square Music & Toy Festival: 11 a.m. Saturday, The ToyWorks, 6940 Sebastopol Ave., Sebastopol. Join The ToyWorks for funk, jazz and afrobeat music plus food and toy drive. They wrap gifts on site at the toy store in downtown Sebastopol. Free, 707-806-7950, facebook.com
Trail Crew Saturdays: 9 a.m. Saturday, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood. Volunteers play a crucial role in keeping Sugarloaf Ridge State Park open and accessible to all. Free, 707-833-5712, sec.regfox.com
Wilson Artisan Wineries Gold for the Holidays: 11 a.m. Saturday, Wilson Artisan Wineries, 1960 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg. 12 Wineries — Gold Medal Wines — festive small bites. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $10-$40, 707-395-8846, store.wilsonartisanwines.com
The Words & Music of “John Lennon’s Glasses”: 7 p.m. Saturday, Russian River Books & Letters, 14045 Armstrong Woods Road, Guerneville. At once playful, poignant, and provocative, the “Words & Music of John Lennon’s Glasses” is a magical mystery tour through story, song, and the resilience of the human spirit. Free, oceanworksproductions.com
Sunday Dec. 14
Holiday Concert for Compassion: 2 p.m. Sunday, Arlene Francis Center for Spirit, Art, and Politics, 99 Sixth St., Santa Rosa. Musicians of all ages playing acoustic holiday songs to raise money for Sonoma County Homeless Charities. $12-$15, 818-667-1336, mikesloat.com
Karaoke Sundays with Razor Entertainment — Hosted by AJ the KJ: 8 p.m. Sunday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Karaoke every Sunday hosted by AJ the KJ. Free popcorn. Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com
Live Music Open Mic — Downtown Santa Rosa: 4 p.m. Sunday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Unleash your inner rock star on the lounge stage at Barrel Proof Lounge. Bring your instrument or play one of ours! Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com
Sunday Evening Comedy — Free!: 6 p.m. Sunday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Stand-up Comedy now every Sunday evening starting at 6 p.m.! Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com
Monday Dec. 15
Jumpstart Your Art: 1 p.m. Monday, The 222, 222 Healdsburg Ave. Every person experiences an ebb and flow to the tides of their creativity. We will share space to design, exchange ideas, and hold ourselves accountable to our unique interests. Free, 707-473-9152, the222.org
Tuesday Dec. 16
Cultivate Health, Harmony and Vitality with Qigong: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Songbird Community Healing Center, 8299 Old Redwood Highway, Cotati. Awaken your energy, calm your mind, and reconnect with your body in this healing Qigong practice that improves your health and vitality. rachelgila@yahoo.com.
Jukebox Bingo — Every Tuesday — Downtown Santa Rosa: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Join us every Tuesday in Downtown Santa Rosa for Jukebox Bingo — a brand new, unique ‘Name That Tune’ style way to bingo! Free to play- Win Prizes! Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com.
Live Music Happy Hour — Ken Risling with Avery & Oona!: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Downtown Santa Rosa ‘Golden Hour’ 4-7 p.m. Live music 5-7 p.m. $6 beers & $2 off wine Tuesday-Saturday! Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com.
Live Music Happy Hour — Kevin Hutchinson & Friends!: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Downtown Santa Rosa ‘Golden Hour’ 4-7 p.m. Live music 5-7 p.m. $6 beers & $2 off wine Tuesday-Saturday! Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com.
Open Mic for musicians, poets, and comics: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Hydro Bar and Grill, 1403 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga. Open mic every Tuesday for musicians, poets, and comics. Hosted by Randy Foisy. Free, 707-942-9777.
Rock & Roll Bingo: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Shady Oak Brewery, 420 First St., Santa Rosa. Come jam out to great music at Rock & Roll Bingo every Tuesday night at Shady Oak Brewery. $7 beers and $10 burgers from Bayou on the Bay. Free.
Tuesday Night Comedy Showcase with Tony Sparks: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Join Tony Sparks, “The Godfather of Comedy,” every Tuesday with new comedians each week. Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com
Wednesday Dec. 17
Live Music Happy Hour — Pickin’ Peaches!: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Live music 5-7 p.m. $6 beers and $2 off wine Tuesday-Saturday. Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com
Santa Rosa Poetry Slam: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Brew Coffee and Beer House, 555 Healdsburg Ave., Santa Rosa. Free, instagram.com
Thursday Dec. 18
Honky Tonk Open Mic at the Washoe House: 6 p.m. Thursday, The Washoe House, 2840 Roblar Road, Petaluma. Get ready for a boot-scootin’ good time every Thursday at open mic night. Sing along and dance to the sounds of local talent. Enjoy a night of music, fun, and good ol’ fashioned country charm. Free, 707-795-4544, facebook.com
Jeopardy! Bar League: 7 p.m. Thursday, The Rewind Arcade, 6780 Depot St., Sebastopol. Teams of two to six people compete to “answer in the form of a question.” Free, 828-595-4728, jeopardybarleague.com
Live Music Happy Hour — Skyhaven Band — Downtown: 4 p.m. Thursday, Barrel Proof Lounge, 501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. Enjoy Skyhaven’s blend of rock, soul and blues at Barrel Proof Lounge’s second and third Thursday happy hours. Live music 5-7 p.m., drink specials 4-7 p.m. Free, 707-852-2196, eventbrite.com.
Monthly Men’s Circle — 3rd Thursday: 6 p.m. Thursday, The Unstruck Drum — Center for Shamanism, 510 Lewis Road, Santa Rosa. Gathering every third Thursday of the month offers a safe space for all men who seek authenticity, bringing community, wisdom, and healing to those who desire to walk a deeper, more meaningful life. $20, 707-321-0406, eventbrite.com
Friday Dec. 19
Sagittarius New Moon Women’s Circle: 6 p.m. Friday, Inner Light Crystals, 4936 Sonoma Highway, Santa Rosa. Gather in sisterhood under the Sagittarius New Moon. Meditation, movement and ritual. Reconnect with yourself and set intentions before winter begins —$33-$88, 415-269-5862, cervinespaceastrology.com
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