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’Tis the SEASON Our annual guide to holiday arts events, from Thanksgiving to Christmas
BY ANNA FREEMAN, GABE MELINE AND LACIE SCHWARZ
SONG OF JOY Jubilant Sykes sings with the Santa Rosa Symphony Dec. 10–12 in Santa Rosa.
DECK THE HALLS: EVENTS .........................................
JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL The Jewish Community Center presents a season to remember with the16th annual Jewish Film Festival. The selection of films includes, La Rafle, Anita, Arab Leader and The Matchmaker. The festival runs though Tuesday, Dec. 13. The Sixth Street Playhouse, 52 West Sixth St., Santa Rosa. $10–$12. 707.528.4222. .........................................
OUTDOOR SKATING Dig out your ice skates for the opening of Napa’s full-scale outdoor skating rink. Proceeds from the opening Gala featuring wine and hors d’oeuvres go to Napa Emergency Women’s Services. Open through Monday, Jan. 16. Second and Coombs streets, Napa. $10–$12. 707.227.7141. .........................................
NAPA WINE TRAIN THANKSGIVING Take in the beauty of Napa Valley on a real-live train while enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving feast just like the one grandma made.
Thursday, Nov. 24, 4:20–8:30pm. 1275 McKinstry St., Napa. $99– $139. 800.427.4124. .........................................
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Yountville is gloriously illuminated for its 23rd annual Festival of Lights. Enjoy gourmet food and wine, pay a visit to Santa and take in a carriage ride for an afternoon of holiday fun. Friday, Nov. 25, 2–6pm. Downtown Yountville, Washington Street. Free. 707.944.0904. .........................................
HEART OF SONOMA VALLEY OPEN HOUSE It’s a 28th-annual open house
celebration this year, showcasing 22 Sonoma Valley wineries, including St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Deerfield Ranch Winery and Moondance Cellars, among many others. Friday– Saturday, Nov. 25–26, 11am–4pm. $40 per person both days; $10 designated driver tickets. www. heartofsonomavalley.com. .........................................
NAPA CHRISTMAS PARADE Bundle up and enjoy evening parade of lighted holiday floats, then follow Santa to Oxbow Public Market for free hot chocolate and cookies. Saturday, Nov. 26, at 5pm. First Street at