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Galleries OPENINGS Nov 21 From 6 to 8pm. Downtown Napa, “Art on First,” the third annual exhibition bringing art to empty storefronts in downtown Napa. Includes work by 13 Bay Area artists. Downtown Napa, First Street, Napa. 707.257.2117.
Nov 23 Heldsburg Museum, opening of “Magical Toyland,” nostalgic fun for anyone born from 1860 to 1960 featuring toys, games and dollhouses. 221 Matheson St, Healdsburg. 707.431.3325.
SONOMA COUNTY Art Changes Life Through Dec 31, “Deep Listening, Songs From the Earth,” mixed-media paintings by Richard K on; also, paintings by Kristin Gustavson, photographs by Ananda Fierro, encaustic by Caterina Martinico and prints by Linda Shelp. 954 Gravenstein Hwy S, Sebastopol. 707.824.8881.
Buddha’s Palm Tattoo Gallery Through Nov 30, Second annual art collective features the work of Jane Kelly, Arielle Lemons and others. 313 Main St, Sebastopol. Tues-Wed and FriSat, noon to 8; Sun, noon to 4. 707.829.7256.
Calabi Gallery Through Dec 31, “Extraordinary” features the work of various artists on the narrow theme of life and death. 144 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. Wed-Sun, 11 to 5. 707.781.7070.
Charles M Schulz Museum Through Feb 3, “The Art of Peanuts Animation” features 16 never-before-displayed Peanuts drawings and cels, including five cels rescued
from Schulz’s 1966 studio fire. Dec 1, Charles Solomon and Lee Mendelson talk about new book “The Art and Making of Peanuts Animation.” 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa. Mon-Fri, noon to 5; Sat-Sun, 10 to 5. 707.579.4452.
City Hall Council Chambers Through Nov 26, Lauri Luck’s paintings feature landscapes, dogs and abstract patterns. 100 Santa Rosa Ave, Ste 10, Santa Rosa. 707.543.3010.
Doorway Gallery & Artists’ Studio Through Dec 31, “Reno Confidential: All In” features paintings, ceramics, prints and works in stone by Darryl Ponicsan. 254 First St E, Sonoma. 415.309.7440.
EarthRise Center Through Dec 21, “Intimations” features works on paper by Carol Duchamp. Free. 101 San Antonio Rd, Petaluma. 707.781.7401.
Finley Community Center Through Dec 20, “Altered Group Exhibit” features local artists creating alternative and abstract art. Featuring work from Ricky Watts, Sean Nichols, Adam Springer, Saif Azzuz, Roman D’Argenzio and others. Reception, Nov. 29, 5-7pm. Through Dec 20, The work of ceramic artist Kathy Pallie. Reception, Nov. 29, 5pm. 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa. Mon-Fri, 8 to 7; Sat, 9 to 1 707.543.3737.
Gallery of Sea & Heaven Through Nov 24, “Did It AnyWay” features the work of Becoming Independent artists in a variety of media. 312 South A St, Santa Rosa. Thurs-Sat, noon to 5 and by appointment. 707.578.9123.
Graton Gallery
Seymour Bergman and others. 132 Mill St, Ste 101, Healdsburg. Tues-Fri, 10 to 6. Sat, 10 to 5. 707.473.9600.
Healdsburg Museum Nov 23-Jan 6, “Magical Toyland,” nostalgic fun for anyone born from 1860 to 1960 featuring toys, games and dollhouses. 221 Matheson St, Healdsburg. Tues-Sun, 11 to 4. 707.431.3325.
Neon Raspberry Art House Through Dec 31, 6pm, “Blind Passenger” fall 2012 show features Nicole Markoff’s project and new oil paintings from Colorado-based painter Erin Donnelly. Free. 3605 Main St, Occidental. 707 874 2100.
New Leaf Gallery Through Jan 6, “Nature Abstracted” features metal sculpture inspired by nature by Matt Devine, Jon Krawczyk and Rob Lorenson. Cornerstone Place, 23588 Hwy 121, Sonoma. Daily, 10 to 5. 707.933.1300.
Petaluma Arts Center Through Dec 23, “Members’ Annual Exhibition,” featuring Petaluma artist David Moore. 230 Lakeville St at East Washington, Petaluma. 707.762.5600.
are filled with incredible art displays, opens Nov. 21 in Napa. See openings, adjacent.
Santa Rosa Junior College Through Dec 13, “Roberto Chavez Mini Blockbuster” features 50 pieces by Getty and Smithsonian-honored artist in the Robert F Agrella Gallery. 1501 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. 1.800.564.SRJC.
Sebastopol Gallery Through Jan 13, “Trees and Trinkets: Obtainable Art” features the functional tableware of Kalia Kilbana. 150 N Main St, Sebastopol. Open daily, 11 to 6. 707.829.7200.
Sonoma County Museum
Through Dec 31, “Sea, Land, City” features the miniature work of 12 artists. 25193 Hwy 116, Duncans Mills. 707.865.0243.
Through Jan 13, “The California Landscape,” exhibition of landscape paintings from museum’s collections. Through Jan 13, “Peace at Sunset,” painting from 19th century artist Thomas Cole, on loan from the De Young Museum in San Francisco. Through Jan 13, “Wild Land: Thomas Cole and the Birth of American Landscape Painting” uses a combination of graphics, immersive environments and images on a journey through Cole’s creative process. 425 Seventh St, Santa Rosa. TuesSun, 11 to 4. 707.579.1500.
Quicksilver Mine Company
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art
Petaluma Historical Museum & Library Through Dec 16, Exhibit tells the story of local vets who served in the Korean War through artifacts and video presentations. $3-$5. 20 Fourth St, Petaluma. Wed-Sat, 10 to 4; Sun, noon to 3; tours by appointment on Mon-Tues. 707.778.4398.
Quercia Gallery
Through Dec 2, “The Great Basin” features landscapes of Nevada’s high desert, mountains and wildlife refuges. 9048 Graton Rd, Graton. TuesSun, 10:30 to 6. 707.829.8912.
Through Dec 31, “Last Hurrah” is the final exhibition at the Quicksilver Mine Co. 6671 Front St, Forestville. Thurs-Mon, 11 to 6. 707.887.0799.
Hammerfriar Gallery
Through Nov 25, “Form” features the work of Oakland-based figurative artist Fernando Reyes. 7345 Healdsburg Ave, Sebastopol.
Through Dec 24, “Forward” features the work of 13 contemporary conceptual artists, including Chris Beards,
STREET SEEN The latest installment of Art on First, in which empty storefronts
RiskPress Gallery
Through Dec 30, “The Art of Handmade Paper” offers glimpse into historic practice of papermaking with large display of rare Japanese papers. Through Dec 30, “Coastal Echoes” features the new works of respected painter Larry Thomas. 551 Broadway, Sonoma. Wed-Sun, 11 to 5. 707.939.SVMA.
University Art Gallery
Marin Civic Center
Through Dec 9, “Under Water” features photography, painting, prints and ceramics from various artists, plus “performing” sculpture by Mineko Grimmer. Sonoma State University, 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park. Tues-Fri, 11 to 4; Sat-Sun, noon to 4. 707.664.2295.
Through Dec 10, “Marin Society of Artists: 85 years,” a nonjuried member show. 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael. 415.499.6400.
MARIN COUNTY 142 Throckmorton Theatre Through Nov 30, “Shadow and Light” features works of contrast by Chris Shorten. 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.
Bolinas Museum Through Dec 30, “Slapstick,” vintage Hollywood cinema photography from the collection of Robert Flynn Johnson. Artist talk, Dec. 1, 2pm. 48 Wharf Rd, Bolinas. Fri, 1 to 5; Sat-Sun, noon to 5; and by appointment. 415.868.0330.
Cafe Arrivederci Through Dec 6, “Shreds,” paintings by San Francisco artist Nea Bisek. 11 G St, San Rafael. Hours: Sun, 4:30 to 9:30; Mon-Sat, 11:30 to 9:30. 415.453.6427.
Marin Community Foundation Through Feb 5, “Works on Water” features the work of 30 artists exploring the aesthetics and politics of water. 5 Hamilton Landing, Ste 200, Novato. Open Mon-Fri, 9 to 5.
Marin History Museum Through Nov 30, “Justice and Judgment” features vintage police car on display. Free. Boyd Gate House, 1125 B St, San Rafael. Tues-Fri, plus second and third Sat monthly, 11 to 4. 415.454.8538.
Marin Society of Artists Through Dec 16, “Winter Holidays and Gifts” features ceramics, sculptures, paintings, photography, prints, jewelry and wearable art. 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross. Mon-Thurs, 11 to 4; Sat-Sun, 12 to 4. 415.454.9561.
O’Hanlon Center for the Arts
Through Dec 5, “Small Stories” features works by Mike Goldberg. 1828 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax. Daily, 11 to 6. 415.526.2855.
Through Nov 29, “Marin” features artistic impressions of a very special place. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. Tues-Sat, 10 to 2; also by appointment. 415.388.4331.
Gallery Bergelli
Osher Marin JCC
Through Nov 21, “A Moment in Flight” features new paintings by Greg Ragland. 483 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. 415.945.9454.
Through Nov 30, “You Did What to My Comics!?!” papercuts by Isaac Brynjegard-Bialik. )
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