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Arts Events Galleries OPENINGS Apr 29 From 5 to 7pm. City Hall Council Chambers, “Tara Matheny-Schuster: New Works.� 100 Santa Rosa Ave, Ste 10, Santa Rosa. 707.543.3010.
Ronnie Kaiser and Harriet Burge. 209 Western Ave, Petaluma. 707.778.8277.
Graton Gallery Through May 22, abstract paintings by Soo Noga, plus works by guest artists Lorraine Cook, Linda Koffman and Ron Smoot. Tues-Sun, 10:30 to 6. 9048 Graton Rd, Graton. 707.829.8912.
Matanzas Creek Winery
From 5 to 7pm. Matanzas Creek Winery, “ARTaste Series,� work of several artists. 6097 Bennett Valley Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.528.6464.
Through Jun 1, “ARTaste Series,� work of several artists. Reception, Apr 29, 5 to 7. Daily, 10 to 4:30. 6097 Bennett Valley Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.528.6464.
Apr 30
Through May 15, “Oyster Farm,� photographs of the Drakes Bay Oyster Company by Evvy Eisen; also, “Field Days: At Work and at Play,� photographs by Paige Green and text by Jonah Raskin. 230 Lakeville St at East Washington, Petaluma. 707.762.5600.
From 5 to 7pm. Gallery of Sea & Heaven, “You’re Perfect,� portraits by Becoming Independent artists. 312 South A St, Santa Rosa. 707.578.9123. From 6 to 8pm. di Rosa, “Reconstructed World,� work by nine artists. 5200 Carneros Hwy, Napa. 707.226.5991.
SONOMA COUNTY Charles M Schulz Museum Through Jun 5, “Turn Another Page.� Through Jun 19, “The Browns and the Van Pelts: Siblings in ‘Peanuts.’� Through Jul 11, “’Peanuts’ Philosophies.� $5-$8. Mon-Fri, noon to 5; SatSun, 10 to 5. 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa. 707.579.4452.
City Hall Council Chambers Through Jun 16, “Tara Matheny-Schuster: New Works.� Reception, Apr 29, 5 to 7. 100 Santa Rosa Ave, Ste 10, Santa Rosa. 707.543.3010.
Gallery of Sea & Heaven Apr 30-Jun 18, “You’re Perfect,� a unique exhibition of portraits by Becoming Independent artists. Reception, Apr 30, 5 to 7. Wed-Sat, noon to 5 and by appointment. 312 South A St, Santa Rosa. 707.578.9123.
Gallery One Through May 15, “Afternoon Tea?� Work by Kathleen Lack,
Petaluma Arts Center
Quicksilver Mine Company Through May 22, “Adam Wolpert: New Paintings.� Thurs-Mon, 11 to 6. 6671 Front St, Forestville. 707.887.0799.
Riverfront Art Gallery Through May 8, “Enchanting Venice: Winter Memories,â€? photographs by Stephanie Hamilton-Oravetz; also, “What Came First?,â€? photographs by Jerrie JernĂŠ and paintings by Christine Kierstead. Tues-Thurs and Sun, 10:30 to 6. Fri-Sat, 10:30 to 8. 132 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.775.4ART.
Sonoma County Museum Through Jun 5, ceramics by Jun Kaneko. Tues-Sun, 11 to 4. 425 Seventh St, Santa Rosa. 707.579.1500.
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Through May 15, “Eco Chic: Towards Sustainable Swedish Fashion,� an exhibition by the Swedish Institute; also, “Daniel McCormick: Iterations of Ecological Art and Design,� sculptures from riparian materials. Free-$8. Wed-Sun, 11 to 5. 551 Broadway, Sonoma. 707.939.SVMA.
Tea Room Cafe Ending May 2, “Portraits:
Commissioned and Personal� and “Travels with Rollei: Seeing into It.� 316 Western Ave, Petaluma. 707.765.0199.
St Supery Winery Through Jun 30, “Mountains,� paintings by Wayne Thiebaud. 8440 St Helena Hwy, Rutherford. 707.963.4507.
Comedy Dinosaurs of Improv
MARIN COUNTY Art Works Downtown Apr 29-Jun 17, “Love + Pleasure,� work of Susan Danis and Livia Stein. Tues-Sat, 10 to 5. 1337 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.451.8119.
Bolinas Museum Through Jun 5, “Arthur Okamura: His Bolinas Life,� photographs by Troy Paiva and painted prints and collages by Barbara Ravizza. Fri, 1 to 5; Sat-Sun, noon to 5; and by appointment. 48 Wharf Rd, Bolinas. 415.868.0330.
Commonweal Gallery Through Jun 24, “Arthur Okamura: His Bolinas Life,� curated by Harriet Kossman. Mon-Fri, 10 to 4. 451 Mesa Rd, Bolinas. 415.868.0970.
Gallery Route One Through May 15, “Life Is Tricky,� mixed-media paintings by Vickisa; also, “Far from Home,� prints by Shane Weare. WedMon, 11 to 5. 11101 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station. 415.663.1347.
Marin MOCA Through May 21, “Altered Book Show,� work by over 100 artists. Wed-Sun, 11 to 4, Novato Arts Center, Hamilton Field, 500 Palm Dr, Novato. 415.506.0137.
O’Hanlon Center for the Arts Ending Apr 28, “A Continuing Conversation,� artwork by Cayen Robertson and Tom Robertson. Tues-Sat, 10 to 2; also by appointment. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.4331.
Improvised mayhem and hilarity. Apr 28 at 8. $18-$22. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.
Free Pizza Comedy Apr 28, Bradley Lum honors Asian Heritage Month with zingers and pizza. SSU Pub, 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park. 707.664.2382.
Di Rosa Apr 30-Jun 4, “Reconstructed World,� work by nine artists. Reception, Apr 30, 6 to 8. Wed-Fri, 9:30 to 3. Sat, by appointment only. 5200 Carneros Hwy, Napa. 707.226.5991.
April 30. See Events, below.
Left Coast Live Sketch comedy by American Dream Players. Apr 29-May 15; Fri-Sat at 7:30; special matinee, May 15 at 2. $15. Graton Community Club, 8996 Graton Rd, Graton. 707.538.7543.
Slip-Goose Monkey Improvised comedic theater games on the fly. Last Thurs monthly at 7. Free. Aqus Cafe, 189 H St, Petaluma. 707.778.6060.
Standup Comedy Apr 27, Huck Flynn, Dave Deluca and friends. May 4, Luenell, Marvin Deloatch Jr. $10. George’s Nightclub, 842 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.226.0262.
Dance All About Tango Members of Marin and Sonoma Argentine tango community in lively performance. Arrive an hour early for class and stay late for social Milonga dance. Apr 30 at 7. $10-$30. Bay West Ballroom Dancesport Academy, 1133 E Francisco Blvd, Ste D, San Rafael. 800.838.3006.
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NAPA COUNTY
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Culturally authentic hula updated for 21st century. Apr 30 at 8. $25-$35. Napa Valley Opera House, 1030 Main St, Napa. 707.226.7372.
Events
Downtown Napa
Angel Gala
Through May 2011, “ARTwalk,� an interactive public exhibition by 10 artists. First Street and Town Center, Napa.
Napa Valley Museum fundraiser celebrates “Yountville Sun� editor Sharon Stensaas with reception and
silent auction in Yountville Town Square, Apr 30 at 5pm, followed by 7pm gourmet dinner and live auction, $45. V Marketplace, 6525 Washington St, Yountville. 707.944.0500.
Food Not Bombs
Birding & Nature Festival
Ghana Fundraiser
Join expert birders and naturalists on walks, boat tours and more. Apr 29-May 1. Dance Palace, Fifth and B streets, Pt Reyes Station, Register. 415.663.9312.
Cedars & Sweets Celebration of moms with sweet treats, wine, prizes, plus jewelry and textiles for sale. Apr 28, 7 to 9. $25. Marin MOCA, Novato Arts Center, Hamilton Field, 500 Palm Dr, Novato. 415.506.0137.
Face to Face Fiesta Dinner dance fundraiser for local schools with live music by Pocket Change. Apr 30 at 5:30. $50-$60. Dickson Ranch, 182 San Geronimo Valley Rd, Woodacre. 415.488.0123.
Fibershed Celebration for first farmbased cotton and wool mill with fashion show, stories, food, drinks and more. May 1; dinner at 5, reception at 7. $25-$75. Toby’s Feed Barn, 11250 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station. 415.259.5849.
Fishermans Festival Avast ye picaroons and landlubbers! Celebrate bounty of the sea with music, activities, food, drink and more. Apr 30-May 1, 10 to 5. Free-$10. Westside Park, Westshore Road, Bodega Bay. 707.875.3866.
Help prepare and serve free vegan meals every Sun afternoon; served at 5. Courthouse Square, Third Street and Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa. 415.408.8094. Keynote speaker Gemma Bulos of Global Women’s Water Initiative joined by musicians Anna Maria Flechero and Afia Walking Three in gala benefit. Apr 30, noon to 5. $50-$100. French Garden Restaurant, 8050 Bodega Ave, Sebastopol. 707.604.7044.
Mill Valley Garden Tour Mill Valley Outdoor Art Club’s annual tour, “Gardens, Art and Architecture XVII,� a tour of five homes and yards. Apr 28, 9:30 to 4. $35-$45. Downtown Mill Valley, Throckmorton Avenue, Mill Valley. 415.455.4695.
Pollinator Party Demonstration hive, landscaping presentation, Slow Food Sonoma feast, plant sale and more. Apr 30, 9 to 3. Free. Sonoma Garden Park, 19990 Seventh St E, Sonoma. 707.996.0712, ext 110.
Puzzle Hunt Find hidden custom-made puzzles in team-based treasure hunt. Apr 30. $10-$15. Downtown Santa Rosa, Fourth and B streets, Santa Rosa. 707.670.DASH.
Summer Plant Sale Purchase organic heirloom and rare varieties, and tour the property. Apr 30May 1, 9 to 5. Free. Occidental Arts and Ecology Center, 15290 Coleman Valley Rd,