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Wednesday, April 2 - A Conversation with Ina Garten, The Barefoot Contessa
Ina Garten, the "Barefoot Contessa," delivers a charming insider's view of her world and the pleasures of good food, cooked with love and passion. Includes an interactive Q&A.
Location: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts., Santa Rosa
Cost: $45.00-$65.00. Limited VIP $125:00. Time: 8:00 pm. (707) 546-3600
Saturday, April 5 - Occidental Fools' Day Parade!
Calling all Fools! Parade begins downtown at 1:00 pm! Just silly your way through town, ending at Occidental Center for the Arts!
Location: Downtown Occidental, Bohemian Hwy and Graton Rd.
Cost: FREE. Time: Bands & Music 2:00-3:00 pm. (707) 874-9392
Sunday, April 6 - Micheal Krasny with Piper Kerman @ The French Garden Bistro
Michael Krasny of KQED's Forum in conversation with Piper Kerman, author of Orange Is The New Black. Plus champagne reception & dinner at the French Garden Restaurant & Bistro Bar. A special benefit for the Sebastopol Community & Cultural Center.
Location:The French Garden Restaurant & Bistro. 8050 Bodega Ave., Sebastopol
Cost: $150. Time: 5:00-9:00 pm. (707) 823-1511
Tuesday, April 8 - Kristen Ohlson at Copperfield's in Sebastopol
The Soil Will Save Us: How Scientists, Farmers, and Foodies Are Healing the Soil to Save the Planet
Journalist and bestselling author Kristin Ohlson, introduces the visionaries--scientists, farmers, ranchers, landscapers--who are figuring out how to build healthy soil, solving myriad problems: drought, erosion, air and water pollution, food quality, and climate change. Her discoveries and vivid storytelling will revolutionize the way we think about food, landscapes, plants, and our relationship to Earth.
Location: Copperfield Books. 138 N Main St., Sebastopol
Cost: FREE. Time: 7:00 pm. (707) 823-2618
Saturday & Sunday, April 5/6 & 12/13 - OAEC Spring Plant Sale
Additional Plant Tour-Sunday April 6, 1-2:30 pm. Honor garden heritage with heirloom, open-pollinated and 100% California Certified Organic spring plantlings nurtured on-site at the Occidental Arts & Ecology Center. Selections include beautiful and often rare varieties developed by horticultural ancestors from around the world.
Location:15290 Coleman Valley Rd., Occidental
Cost: FREE admission. Time: 9:00-5:00 pm. (707) 874-9591
Friday, April 11 - A Celtic Fiddle Festival
Called "Three of the finest folk violinists anywhere" by The Washington Post, Celtic Fiddle Festival celebrates the violin in all its globe-trotting variations. Fiddlers Kevin Burke (Ireland), Christian Lemaître (Brittany, France) and André Brunet (Quebec, Canada) showcase a fascinating juxtaposition of international and individual styles.
Location:300 Morris St., Sebastopol
Cost: Premium Seating $27, General Admission Advance $22 / General Door $25.
Time: 7:15 pm doors open/8:00 pm showtime. (707) 823-1511
Friday, April 11 - Book Launch for Poet Gail King's, Hello Life
Monte Rio resident, Gail will be joined by long time friends and fellow poets, Betty Garrett and Molly Bishop for this reading. Readings followed by Q & A, with book signing and sales. Free admission. Refreshments sold.
Location: Occidental Center for the Arts, 3850 Doris Murphy Ct., Occidental
Cost: FREE. Time: 7:00 pm. Wheelchair accessible. (707) 874-9392
Saturday & Sunday, April 12 & 13 - The 68th Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival & Parade Guaranteed this will be a weekend filled with great music, along with a wide variety of local artisans. You will also be able to get your fill of festival foods, always something for everyone. Wet your whistle with beer or lemonade or try some tastes of local wines. Truly a community tradition. Location: Ives Park 7400 Willow St., Sebastopol
Cost: $10 General, $5 Seniors/ Youth 11-17, Free 10 & under. (707) 823-3032
Saturday, April 26 - Phil Lawrence and David LaFlamme
Occidental Center for the Arts presents Mandolin Master Phil Lawrence in concert with violinist & vocalist David LaFlamme of It's A Beautiful Day acoustic band. Enjoy hot swing instrumentals, jazz and classic rock along with stories about San Francisco's Golden Era of R & R; sing along to White Bird! with this accomplished ensemble.
Location: Occidental Center for the Arts, 3850 Doris Murphy Ct., Occidental
Cost: $12 General. Time: 8:00 pm. Wheelchair accessible. (707) 874-9392
Saturday & Sunday, April 26 & 27 - The 41st Bodega Bay Fisherman's Festival
This Festival is packed with events for people of all ages - craft booths, live music, great food, entertainment and more. A favorite attraction is the wine tasting booth featuring more than 25 Sonoma County wines and a beer booth with several local ales. Live music and entertainers perform. Artisans and vendors from all over California and beyond offer a wide selection of arts and crafts. Location: Westside Park, Westshore Rd., Bodega Bay
Cost:$12 General, $10 Seniors, Kids 12 & under-Free.Time: 10:00-5:00 pm. (707) 875-3866
Ongoing Thursday mornings - Dharma Morning Meditations at Osmosis
Weather permitting. No Charge. Bring your meditation cushion and warm clothing. 8:00am.
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