Tale of a ‘Vegan Cowboy’
Petaluma author Carol Treacy draws on her own experiences in new novel.
Vintage Bank Antiques
There’s a distinct charm in antique browsing and buying in a building that is itself an antique. Built in 1926, the neo-classical revival-style American Trust Company building, now Vintage Bank Antiques, dates to the time when banks were the most important buildings in town – and looked the part. It occupies one of the most [...]
The Bell House, ahead of its time
In 1990s, SSU professor designed his First Street home with industrial feel, in contrast to trends.
Bug Deakin brings ‘Salvage’ to Sebastopol
Book launch party for Petaluma icon is Tuesday, Sept. 9, at Hopmonk Tavern.
Biggest Little Parade returns
For 38 years, the self-proclaimed Biggest Little Parade in Northern California has happily taken over beautiful downtown Penngrove for the first weekend in July. This year is the big 3-9 for the parade, and locals and visitors alike can’t wait to get the annual good times rolling. Kim Hanson, owner of Penngrove’s friendly JavAmore Café, [...]
Petaluma’s Fourth of July events
Bells are ringing – well, one bell in particular – on the Fourth of July. The annual ringing of the historic Putnam-Korbel bell takes place starting at 10:30 on the steps of the Petaluma Historical Museum and Library at Fourth and B streets. Local historians Marshall West and Bill Hammerman will dress in their historic [...]
The Week in Petaluma, June 22-29
Tap your feet and wiggle your toes at For Art’s Sake, an afternoon of art, music, games, dancing and food benefiting the Petaluma Arts Center. The event runs from noon-4 p.m. Saturday, June 28 at Beaumont Farms, 5580 Red Hill Road. Tickets are $30 and available at the PAC, 230 Lakeville St., 762-5600 or petalumaartscenter.org. [...]
Kickoff Classic at Lagunitas
The third annual Kickoff Classic is set for 5-8 p.m. Monday, June 23 at Lagunitas Brewing Company. The event raises money for Tomales High School’s football program and, this year, honors gridiron greats Gary Cheda, Ron Petroni, Andy Bordessa Jr., Joe Lopes, Darren Evans, Chris Ludlow and Kevin Ballatore. Tickets are $25-$30 and include dinner. [...]
Events, June 15-22
A training workshop for beginner and intermediate WordPress students is offered from 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, June 18 by Blake Webster, WordPress authority, search engine optimization consultant and author. Cost is $35. The event is at the Petaluma Senior Center, 211 Novak Drive. For details and to sign up, go to mediadesignservices.com/wordpress. Fast Heart Mart brings [...]