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Best Napa Valley Pools North to South
Napa Valley summers are marked by warm days, pleasant evenings, and cool nights. The grapes love this ideal Mediterranean climate and so do we! Our summer weather patterns are also one of the reasons we love a great resort pool. We’re not above selecting our accommodation by what level of relaxation and floating potential lies ahead.
Dinner and a Movie: Burgers Around Benicia!
Funny how when life gets complicated, sometimes we just need a burger! What’s your pleasure? How would you like it? With cheese, bacon, chili, mushrooms, pineapple, grilled onions? So much to choose from! The following spots offer some of the best burgers around:. 131 First Street, Benicia: Delicious dogs,...
Sarmentine bakery to open soon in Petaluma
Sarmentine Artisan Boulanger, with popular bakeries in Santa Rosa and Sebastopol, is coming to Petaluma. Late last year, it was announced that the acclaimed bread and pastry maker would be taking over the space on Petaluma Boulevard that recently housed Ambrosia Indian Cuisine. Previous to Ambrosia, the space (near the corner of the Boulevard and Payran) has been home to Mike’s at the Crossroad and Johnny Garlic’s.
Veo Optics expands to Petaluma’s American Trust Building
If you go James Peo founded Veo Optics in 2009 and functions mostly as an opticians’ eyewear store that carries popular brands like Celine, Bottega Veneta, Dior, Tom Ford, Saint Laurent and even their own brand called the Jamestown Eyewear. The business stocks as many as 16,000 different frames at any given time. The business has locations in Petaluma, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Location: 101 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday More information: veooptics.com, 707-390-2020.
4th of July celebrations feature local farmers markets
Nothing says Americana more than good ol' fashioned picnics on the Fourth of July. Growing up in West Marin, we would pack a bunch of food and head out to the beach to join our local community to break bread, swim and enjoy an early evening bonfire as soon as the fog started to roll in. Now that I live in Sonoma County, there are so many fun things to do to celebrate the Fourth of July. Living in Kenwood, there is the world's cutest parade and pancake breakfast.
Local film, “Small is Beautiful,” to be shown in Sonoma
The first Bay Area screening of “Small is Beautiful — The Quest to Save the Valley of the Moon,” a short film by local award-winning filmmaker Carolyn M. Scott, is coming to the Sebastiani Theatre in Sonoma. “Small is Beautiful” will show shown on July 14 at...
Sonoma Art School hosts Summer Arts Camps 2024
Summer Arts Camps 2024 are weekly, half-day taught by highly-qualified artist instructors who have years of experience teaching students ages 3 - 5, 6 - 9 and 10 - 17. With a low ratio of students per instructor and assistants, students will gain new skills and hone existing ones in a fun, non-competitive environment. Each week provides hands-on projects which are designed to spark curiosity and encourage problem solving through a unique array of materials. We emphasize the creative process and open-choice projects vs. a specific outcome to ensure a joyful, enriching experience.
Michael E. Bartlett’s Seascapes at RuCo Fine Arts
Sonoma Coast Captured: Michael E. Bartlett’s Seascapes at RuCo fine Arts. RuCo Fine Arts presents a captivating exhibition of Sonoma Coast seascapes by acclaimed. artist Michael E. Bartlett. June 21 through July 7, art enthusiasts are invited to immerse. themselves in the raw beauty and timeless allure of the...
Nick the Greek sets mid-July opening day for Petaluma restaurant
When all you want is a big fat Greek souvlaki plate with some warm Loukoumades on the side, it can be hard to be patient. It feels like it’s been at least a year since the bright, inviting notices went up at the Deer Creek VIllage shopping center, announcing that a new Nick the Greek restaurant would be opening up in the space formerly occupied by Rubio’s Coastal Grill.
Mancini Beverage Celebrates Caymus Vineyards
Mancini Beverage – Northeast Wines division celebrated the 50th anniversary of Caymus Vineyards with a tasting of its 50th anniversary Napa Cabernet on June 4 at the Gardiner House in Newport. Industry professionals enjoyed a private tasting of the iconic red wines and vintages. Founded by Lorna and Charlie Wagner Sr. in 1972, Caymus Vineyards is still 100% family-owned and -operated by Lorna and Charlie’s son, Chuck, and family in the center of Napa Valley in Rutherford, California. The winery focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, with grapes grown in low-fertility soils on the valley floor and its surrounding mountains using viticulture practices that influence its unique style of Cabernet.
Sky Zone Strengthens Presence in Arizona and California Through Acquisitions and Development with Multi-Unit Franchisee
Seasoned franchisee and entrepreneur further invests in leading active play destination. Sky Zone, the premier indoor active entertainment destination, announced today that local franchisee and entrepreneur Usman Rao has acquired three existing parks in Laveen, Arizona and Palmdale and Vacaville, California, in addition to securing franchise agreements for future development in Tracy and Milpitas, California. As Sky Zone nears its 300th park milestone through continued rapid expansion, this venture reinforces the brand’s mission of building long-term relationships with its franchise owners and deepening its roots in key markets including California.
Ariana DeBose to Kick Off Broadway and Vine's 2024 Concert Series
Broadway and Vine will kick off its 2024 season on July 9 and 10 at 7:30PM, with Academy Award Winner Ariana DeBose (West Side Story, The Prom, Schmigadoon, Hamilton) at Carneros Resort Vineyard Lawn in Napa Valley. The vineyard concert series will continue throughout the summer at Tre Posti Vineyards...
Ugly is Beautiful: The Story of Wild Thang’s Victory
Wild Thang, an eight-year-old Pekingese, has been crowned the winner of the 2024 World’s Ugliest Dog competition. The event, held during the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California, featured eight contenders, most of whom were rescue dogs that found loving homes after coming from shelters. Hailing from Coos Bay, Oregon,...
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