Friday, 4 January, 2013 LIVE MUSIC W/ BLUE JAZZ COMBO @ VINO DI AMORE 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM The Blue Jazz Combo, though firmly rooted in jazz and blues, is further seasoned with a dash of country, creating a soulful and unique sound. Bruce Halbohm will be joined by fellow Blue Jazz Combo musicians, Greg Hester on piano, Jim Passerell on bass and Tom Belton on drums. In addition to the music, you also have the option of dinner, which will be served from 5-7. Your choice of Grilled Steak or Chicken Skewers with Veggies OR Portobello Mushroom stuffed with Sauteed, Seasonal Vegetables. Dinners are served with roasted red potatoes, Caesar salad and Sourdough bread. Reservations required for dinner, but not for music. Cost:No cover charge. $20 for dinner option. Location:Vino di Amore Tasting Room and Lounge Phone: 707-894-6166
Saturday, 5 January, 2013 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM SNOUT-TO-TAIL PORK BUTCHERING WORKSHOP @ RELISH An amazing hands-on butchering workshop where each participant will break down an entire 80-pound roaster pig. Chef Dino Bugicaof Diavola Pizzeria starts the workshop with a discussion about butchering basics, including necessary equipment, safety and hygiene, knife usage, overview of primals and cuts, and other pertinent facts and advice. Participants are asked to bring their own sharp boning knife, cleaver, and a large cooler to transport the meat. We will have extra cleavers for use during the class and we will provide ice for the cooler to keep the meat chilled for your drive home. One or two people can work on a single pig Cost:$525 ($565 for 2 people sharing one pig) Location:Relish Culinary Adventures Phone: 707-431-9999
Saturday, 5 January, 2013 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM CONCERTOS FOR A WINTER'S EVENING: MUSIC OF VIVALDI The "Winter" concerto from Vivaldi's beloved The Four Seasons headlines this instrumental concert by the Live Oak Baroque Orchestra. The more Vivaldi concertos round out the show, along with a rarely performed gem by one of Vivaldi's predecessors: "Winter," by 17th-century English composer Christopher Simpson. Cost:$12-$20 Location:United Church of Christ Phone: 877-914-2224
Thursday, 10 January, 2013 9:30 PM CABARET DE CALIENTE HOT HOLIDAY SHOWS Join us for a very special holiday celebration guaranteed to ring your bells and warm your cockles! Sebastopol's own monthly dance and circus arts variety show inspired by historic Vaudeville and Burlesque brings glitter and glamour to the bounce and boogie of jUkE jOiNt with Burlesque, belly dance, sideshow, magic, unique musical acts and circus arts. Cost:$10 Adv/ $15 Door/ $5 After 11:30pm Location:HopMonk Tavern Phone: 707-829-7300
Saturday, 12 January, 2013 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM KAYAKING & HIKING LAGUNA PRESENTATION/OPEN HOUSE Learn how to get around the Laguna by foot or by boat. In his presentation, David Bannister will share where the access points are, where you can go from there, what those spots are like in various weather conditions and times of year, things to watch out for, and lots of images of what you can see. Join us for this fun and informative presentation. Come early and enjoy the Open House as well !!!!!! Cost: $10 suggested donation Location:Heron Hall, Laguna Environmental Center Phone: 707-527-9277
Saturday, 12 January, 2013 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM PETALUMA ART WALK Stroll through downtown Petaluma and get a glimpse into the many art galleries as they open their doors for the monthly Art Walk, held every second Saturday. Cost: Free Location:Downtown Petaluma Phone: 707-762-9348
Saturday, 12 January, 2013 8:00 PM SANTA ROSA SYMPHONY CARL ST. CLAIR Come see Carl St. Clair live at the Green Music Center. Carl St. Clair, internationally-distinguished conductor and celebrated music director of the Pacific Symphony for 23 years, takes the podium for an array of well-known and well-loved works, starting with Beethoven's jubilant fanfare. With her own level of fiery invention, violinist Karen Gomyo interprets Mendelssohn with clear understanding of the concerto's sonic secrets. Excerpts from Pines of Rome have been featured in numerous films, proving its popularity and ability to inspire. Cost: $20- $75 Location:Green Music Center Phone: 866-955-6040
Tuesday,15 January, 2013 6:30 PM
PEKING ACROBATS @ WELLS FARGO CENTER
The Peking Acrobats* have for more than 50 years held audiences spellbound with vibrant presentations of their ancient folk art. Carefully selected from the finest acrobat schools in China, these expert gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists, and tumblers transform 2,000-year-old athletic disciplines into a family-friendly kaleidoscope of eye-popping wonder.
*All eight shows just $80 Child, $112 Adult/Buy the Series and save over 25%! Cost: Individual Tickets: $21.00 Adults/$16 Kids Location:Wells Fargo Center for the Arts Phone: 707-546-3600
Thursday, 17 January, 2013 6:00 PM
DRINK & DINE LOCAL: CAPTŪRE WINES OF SONOMA
ACavallo Point and Murray Circle restaurant are honored to launch the 2013 Drink and Dine Local dinner series with an evening hosted by special guest Ben Sharp of Captūre Wines. We invite you to experience exceptional wines paired with four courses of Chef Justin Everett's acclaimed seasonal cuisine.
· 6:30 PM Reception with passed canapés
· 7:30 PM Four-course dinner in Murray Circle private dining room
Cost: $135.00 per person
Location: Cavallo Point Lodge Phone: 415-339-4758
Sunday, 20 January, 2013 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM WILD MUSHROOM FORAY, COOKING CLASS & LUNCH Join chef and forager Elissa Rubin-Mahon teaches participants will learn the fundamentals of edible wild mushroom foraging, including what trees and terrain to look for, the most easily-recognizable edible mushrooms of our region, handling, safety and more. After working up an appetite from our tromp in the beautiful woods, we'll gather for a cooking class lead by chef Elissa focused on storing, handling and cooking with a variety of fresh and dry wild mushrooms. We'll cook up any edibles we find as we enjoy each sumptuous course with wonderful local wines. This Relish class includes 8 ounces of premium wine per person served to all participants over 21 years of age. Additional wine is available for purchase by the glass or bottle. Cost: $102 Location: Relish Culinary Adventures Phone: 707-431-9999
Friday, 25 January, 2013 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM OCCIDENTAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS - FRIDAY FILM SERIES This will be the first in OCA's brand new independent film maker's series with red carpet festivities, champagne, bites to eat, and a Q&A session with Michael Litle after the film. Cost: $10 at the door Location:Occidental Center for the Arts Phone: 707-887-8219
Thursday, 31 January, 2013 8:00 PM SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY @ THE GREEN MUSIC CENTER Two Frenchmen provide tantalizing tastes of their backgrounds - Lalo's Spanish heritage and Ravel's Basque. These savory, evocative works promise a workout for the Stradivarius of Canadian violinist James Ehnes, who's been called "the Heifetz of our day." Elgar's ever-popular Variations sketch characteristics of people whose identities were long ago revealed, but the overarching theme remains an enigma. Cost:$15 - $145 Location: Green Music Center Phone: 866-955-6040 Thursday mornings at 8AM - Dharma Morning Meditations at Osmosis
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