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Craig Allison has been involved intensely in music and hi-fi for 52 of his 64 years. Raised on the wild Upper West Side of Manhattan in the late 50s’ and early 60s’, Craig also traveled extensively before age 21, including extended time in Afghanistan.

During college, Craig started the Bourgeois Blues Band; this group lasted 30 years and Craig and his killer band shared bills w/John Lee Hooker and Ray Charles among others.

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Fry Guy Share a large fry and celebrate existence at Sequoia Burger, a national treasure (“Satisfaction,” March 2).

campaign, and yet deforestation and pesticide/herbicide cancer rates are soaring in the Napa Valley (“Dodd & Country,” Feb. 10). Someone is “bought.”

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Right Thing” (Feb. 24). It is true there has been a lack of participation in farmers registering with the water board, but the important question is, why? In complying with this registration request, farmers will be exposing themselves to being placed on a publicly accessible site, thereby relinquishing their privacy and being at risk of vandalism. While this waiver is indeed another step toward compliance, the lack of protection and safety for the farmers, their families and their livelihood is a major concern that needs to be addressed immediately.

We at the Sonoma County Growers Alliance (SCGA) are working daily to support farmers developing responsible best-management practices regarding the environment and their community.

We applaud those that are taking steps toward compliance with the new laws. In order for the next generation of cannabis operators to be successful, it is imperative that people feel comfortable moving out of the shadows and becoming more actively engaged community members.

We at SCGA are helping to facilitate this transition and we appreciate the Bohemian for its continued coverage of cannabis happenings throughout the county. Twice a month, SCGA hosts educational workshops, the Learning Laboratory, as well as monthly social mixers for professionals across all industries to network. Representatives are in attendance at the board of supervisors meetings as well as local city council meetings keeping a finger on the pulse of the industry in Sonoma County, so together we can be informed and active in the formation of fair legislation.

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Time running out to halt Sonoma Coast parking-fee plan BY DARREN WIEMEYER

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e are sinking in quicksand, with little time to stop the California Coastal Commission from approving California State Parks’ plan to install pay stations at beaches along the Sonoma Coast.

The time for the public to weigh in to halt the move is running out.

On Feb. 17, State Parks held a meeting on its revisions to the fee proposal. The revisions included removal of several proposed selfpay stations at popular beaches like Salmon Creek, but included a self-pay station at Freezeout Creek and staffed pay-entrance stations at Goat Rock, Bodega Head and Willow Creek, in addition to the previously proposed self-pay stations at Stump and Shell beaches.

Very little information has been provided regarding the project, and the changes appear to be a significant modification to the agency’s initial proposal.

Coast-advocacy groups like the Surfrider Foundation, Sonoma County Conservation Action and Coastwalk California, along with many passionate beach lovers, attended the meeting. The local climbing community was shocked to realize that the proposed pay entrance station at Goat Rock will essentially eliminate parking and access to Sunset Rock. It’s the premier climbing location in Sonoma County, where permitted groups teach rock climbing and outdoor stewardship to children and disadvantaged youth. The Rock Ice & Mountain Club, a local club, with support from the Access Fund, a nationwide advocacy organization for climbing access, stands with the coast-advocacy groups to oppose the fee proposal.

Coastal commission staff held a forum in Santa Rosa on Feb. 24.

The public voiced unanimous opposition and we hope the Commission will prepare a report that reflects its demands. The Coastal Commission will hold a public hearing in Santa Rosa in April, where the issue may be decided. The decision will have statewide significance and could result in additional fees in undeveloped lots, lower standards for environmental review of state park projects and reduced access to the coastline.

I urge anyone who cares about this issue to gather more information at sonomacoast.surfrider.org. Even more important: Contact your legislators and provide written comment by March 25 to sonomastateparksappeal@coastal.ca.gov.

Darren Wiemeyer is an independent biological consultant from Santa Rosa and president of the Rock Ice & Mountain Club.

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DEBR IEFER Crabber Relief U.S. Rep. Jared Huffman was at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco last week to tout his Crab Emergency Disaster Assistance Act, which aims to help state crabbers who have been hit hard by a ban on commercial Dungeness crab fishery. The bill comes on the heels of low-interest loans offered to the fishermen from the Small Business Administration and a federal disaster declaration prompted by Gov. Jerry Brown.

Huffman’s bill would appropriate $138.15 million for state crab fishermen and related businesses, and send $1 million for crab testing and another $5 million “for competitive grants distributed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for research on harmful algal bloom prediction and domoic acid toxicity.” Sen. Barbara Boxer has introduced a similar bill in the Senate.

LINE IN THE SAND Housing prices are increasingly out of reach for many North Bay residents.

Troubled Tenants

Will rent stabilization keep Sonoma and Marin counties affordable? BY TOM GOGOLA AND JOSEPH MAYTON

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hen it comes to the rent, the horror stories are accumulating as quickly as the eviction notices.

There’s the 97-year-old Santa Rosa woman who is being priced out of her long-held apartment and doesn’t know where she’ll wind up; the Petaluma college student whose rent was raised by $850 in one year;

the would-be Sonoma County mom evicted from her apartment not long after telling the landlord she planned to have a baby.

The rent is too high, say many residents of Marin and Sonoma counties—$3,500 for a twobedroom is not unheard of—and local governments are struggling to figure out what to do about it.

Marin County has resisted calls for rent stabilization, while city leaders in Santa Rosa are trying

to figure out what sort of tenant protections are politically feasible in a region where a development boom looms.

“We here in Sonoma County are struggling like everywhere else because the people with the money and power to have the ears of officials are the landlords, and they don’t want change,” says Mary Hewitt, who moved from San Francisco to )8 Mill Valley to the city of

Huffman’s bill requires a congressional vote, but those have been in short supply of late as Congress wrestles with late-stage Obama Derangement Syndrome, a fate even worse than domoic poisoning. Word is, the Senate won’t even think about the Supreme Court vacancy until next year, pledges Sen. Mitch McConnell. But it’s not like Huffman and Boxer are proposing to replace Antonin Scalia with Crusty the Crab.

Roseland and the Rent Housing is on everyone’s mind these days, and so is the proposed annexation of Roseland into Santa Rosa. That historically Latino part of the unincorporated )8 The Bohemian started as The Paper in 1978.

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Sonoma over the past four years, chasing cheaper rents. “It is just greed.”

Hewitt moved to Mill Valley to save money and start a family. But in a two-year period, the rent went from $1,200 to $1,900. She then moved to Sonoma when informed the monthly rent would spike to $3,200 on Jan. 1. Now she and her husband are not sure what will happen next.

“We got a one-bedroom for $2,200, and we are still worried that next year the rent will increase to a level we can’t afford,” Hewitt says. “We don’t know what we will do because we like our jobs, but we haven’t received a raise in nearly five years. What happens when we can’t afford to live anywhere? Do we just end up living in our cars?”

A February housing forum in Marin County left activists frustrated over the county’s refusal to consider proposals that would regulate evictions and establish some form of rent stabilization. The Marin County supervisors’ fallback is to increase supply even as demands to lower the rent are increasing. “We’re going to need to buy existing housing stock to preserve affordability,” says Marin County Supervisor Steve Kinsey.

In the meantime, the rents keep going up. “How am I going to be able to afford the landlord increasing my rent a few hundred dollars every few months? This is not right,” says Alice Knapp, who has lived and worked in Marin County for 20 years. “I now am looking at moving to Santa Rosa or farther away because my rent has gone from $2,500 a few years ago to $3,350 today. And my income has stayed the same,” says Knapp.

But Santa Rosa is struggling with its own out-of-control rent hikes that have affected everyone from teachers to nurses to Sonoma State University professors.

“I am hearing a lot about the eviction of people in order to raise the rent,” says Combs. “That is happening a lot. A speculator purchases a complex, decides they are going to do significant upgrades and charges more rent.

And the people who are living there wind up getting evicted.”

“Just-cause evictions” and two stabilization proposals are under consideration in Santa Rosa, where city leaders last year paid San Jose consulting firm Management Partners $75,000 to assess the proposals designed to enhance renters’ rights and keep them in their homes.

Just-cause evictions would put a layer of protection between a landlord and a tenant by forcing landlords to rationalize an eviction.

“Right now, no reason needs to be given to evict a person,” says Combs. “You give them their 30to 60- to 90-day notice, and they are out—no reason needed. I know of a young woman who was excited about becoming pregnant and told her rental unit [manager] that she was excited. She was evicted, but she can’t prove that there’s discrimination against her because she plans to have children.”

The stabilization schemes would slow the pace of rent increases by enacting annual caps; “soft” stabilization would essentially be an honor system for landlords, but a full stabilization regime would include the creation of a city rent board. As elected officials in Marin and Sonoma counties study rent-control policies, such as those in nearby San Francisco and Oakland, they’ve faced intense resistance from developers.

“Obviously, we have a large number of people who are interested in the development community, and apartment developers have been opposed,” says Combs.

The compounding problem in Santa Rosa, she says, is that while average rents have gone up by 40 percent over the past four years, real income has dropped by 8 percent over that same time.

“We’ve been making jobs, but the majority of the jobs that we make pay less than $14 an hour,” says Combs, “which is not a living wage.”

In Marin County, officials rejected calls for rent stabilization in February and said they would instead look to enhance affordable housing through acquisition programs. Yet those do nothing about current rents and landlords’

ability to increase them because of a booming economy.

One difference between the two counties is that a majority of people who live in Sonoma County also work there, something like 70 percent, says Combs. “They don’t drive from somewhere else—and this is fabulous, this is the best in-commute percentage in the Bay Area, where most counties have an out-commute.

We’ve succeeded in avoiding that in Sonoma, but not for long if we keep our housing prices going up and we don’t stabilize the communities of workers who work here now.”

The pushback to rent stabilization and just-cause evictions is embodied in comments from the Marin Association of Realtors, whose CEO, Andy Fegley, believes there are already plenty of protections for renters. In local media reports about the rent-stabilization battle, Fegley urged residents to “respect property rights” and forgo efforts to regulate rent or make it more difficult to evict tenants.

The Marin County supervisors appear to be on Fegley’s side. “I’m not convinced it’s an effective tool or a necessary tool,” supervisor Katie Rice says of just-cause evictions. “I’m not prepared to go forward with just cause,” adds Supervisor Damon Connolly.

The just-cause eviction plan under consideration in Santa Rosa is designed to end a legal practice of evicting tenants with very little notice. As Combs explains, it is common for renters, after a first year of their lease, to not re-sign a lease but stay in the unit on a month-to-month basis.

Even if the courts have agreed that there’s still an implied lease in those scenarios, most people don’t have the means to fight eviction proceedings; they simply go along with it and leave the unit without a fight. Just-cause eviction standards would require that landlords give adequate notice—and a reason—when they are evicting someone.

“We are seeing people lose their homes and forced to move farther and farther away, so I don’t understand why the people we put into power are only listening to those with money,” Hewitt says.

“It is just sad for our situation.”

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city may very quickly find itself in the crosshairs of developers once it is annexed into the city of Santa Rosa later this year. Once annexation happens, Santa Rosa also acquires “a large number of developable sites,” says city councilwoman Julie Combs. As our news story relates this week (page 6), Combs is pushing for a rent stabilization program in the city and says Roseland is a perfect—if perfectly at-risk— candidate.

“As we annex and improve on the roads and infrastructure, Roseland is at risk for gentrification and displacement,” Combs says. “The key is to do [the annexation] and preserve what is really good in that community—a cultural characteristic that’s a real pleasure. We don’t want to lose that diversity.”

No Good Deed Here’s a snapshot that dials in on the love-hate dynamics of urban policing, circa 2016: Debriefer went on a police ridealong with the Santa Rosa Police Department a few weeks ago. At one point, the officer pulled over a woman who was driving sans headlights; his partner in another squad car arrived to assist, “in case anything goes sideways,” as the officer put it.

Officer James Page (aka Jimmy) approached the car, only to discover the registration was out of date, and the car wasn’t insured. On top of it all, the driver was having a very, very bad day. So the officer showed some mercy and cut her a break—a warning about the insurance.

The driver was visibly grateful as the officer wrote up a ticket for the registration lapse, just as another car sped by and its passengers flipped off the cops.

They just laughed. The woman went on her way.—Tom Gogola

Our selective list of North Bay restaurants is subject to menu, pricing and schedule changes. Call first for confirmation.

Restaurants in these listings appear on a rotating basis. For expanded listings, visit www.bohemian.com.

COST: $ = Under $12; $$ = $13-$20; $$$ = $21-$26; $$$$ = Over $27

Rating indicates the low to average cost of a full dinner for one person, exclusive of desserts, beverages and tip.

S O N OMA CO U N TY Earth’s Bounty Kitchen & Wine Bar

California. $-$$. Look for locally sourced dishes like the County Line Farm baby kale salad, bacon-wrapped local black cod and a Stemple Creek burger. Lots of pastries and deli items for take-out too. 5755 Mountain Hawk Way, Santa Rosa. 707.827.9700.

Glen Ellen Star

California. $$. A comfy-casual, farmhouse-style restaurant with classic American -nspired dishes. Wood-fired pizzas, roasted and grilled meats, and uniquely prepared seasonal vegetables. 13648 Arnold Dr., Glen Ellen. 707.343.1384.

Jenner Inn Cafe & Wine Bar California.

$$-$$$. Featuring locally caught fresh seafood, natural free-range lamb and poultry and organic Sonoma County vegetables. Make a reservation and spend the night. 10400 Coast Route 1, Jenner. 707.865.2377.

Larry Vito’s BBQ

Barbecue. $-$$. Southernstyle and slow-cooked from a chef who’s worked with Wolfgang Puck and Alice Waters. Zing! 6811 Laguna Park Way, Sebastopol. 707.575.3277.

Mike’s at the Crossroads American. $.

$$$-$$$$. An eclectic spread of gourmet dishes with international influences.

Focusing on locally grown ingredients with a tremendous view of the ocean. 11048 Hwy 1, Jenner. 707.865.2484, ext 111.

SEA Noodle Bar Thai.

$-$$. The best thing about the noodles are the deeply flavorful broths that borrow from Vietnam’s tradition of noodle soups like pho and bun bo hue. 268 Coddingtown Center, Santa Rosa. 707.521.9087.

Yao-Kiku Japanese.

$$-$$$. Fresh sushi with ingredients flown in from Japan steals the show in this popular neighborhood restaurant. 2700 Yulupa Ave, Santa Rosa. 707.578.8180.

Zazu European. $$$.

Perfectly executed dishes that sing with flavor. Zagat-rated with much of the produce from its own gardens. 6770 McKinley St, Sebastopol. 707.523.4814.

MARIN CO U N T Y Crepevine American. $. A casual spot with crepes both of the savory and sweet variety, sandwiches, scrambles, and salads, not to mention a few other categories. Delicious comfort food and a small price 908 Fourth St, San Rafael.

415.257.8822.

Mountain Home Inn

All kinds of burgers imaginable, all of them good–no, great!

7665 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati. 707.665.9999.

840 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.778.8222.

American. $$$-$$$$. Great summer sandwiches with a view atop Mt Tamalpais 810 Panoramic Dr, Mill Valley.

415.381.9000.

Mombo’s Pizza Pizza.

The wood-fired oven keeps things cozy, and the organic ingredients and produce make it all tasty. 320 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. 415.945.8900.

$. The crust is thin and the toppings eclectic. Classic pizza joint. Delivery too. 1880 Mendocino Ave #B, Santa Rosa.

707.528.3278. 560 Hwy 116 N, Sebastopol. 707.823.7492.

River’s End Eclectic.

Pizzeria Picco Pizza. $-$$.

Plate Shop Classic

California. $$$. Mediterraneaninflected, Bay Area farm-to-

Poggio Italian. $$-$$$.

Truly transportive food, gives authentic flavor of the Old World. The cheaper way to travel Europe 777 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.7771.

Portelli Rossi Italian. $$.

Tasty and affordable fare in a cozy setting. 868 Grant Ave, Novato. 415.892.6100.

Station House Cafe

California. $$. Innovative menu, fresh local seafood and rangefed meats. Outdoor dining; full bar 11180 State Route 1, Pt Reyes Station. 415.663.1515.

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Tavola Italian Kitchen

Italian. $$. Cozy-casual dining within a stucco-clad strip mall.

Thin crust pizzas, homemade pasta and sausage, meat and fish entrees, and crisp greens.

An authentic gem within the Hamilton Marketplace.

5800 Nave Drive, Novato.

415.883.6686.

Tommy’s Wok Chinese.

$-$$. Tasty and filling Chinese fare without the greasy weigh-down. Nice vegetarian selections, too. 3001 Bridgeway Ave, Sausalito. 415.332.5818.

The William Tell House American. $$. Marin

County’s oldest saloon.

Casual and jovial atmosphere.

Steaks, pasta, chicken and fish all served with soup or salad. 26955 Hwy 1, Tomales.

707.878.2403.

Yet Wah Chinese. $$.

Can’t go wrong here. Special Dungeness crab dishes for dinner; dim sum for lunch.

1238 Fourth St, San Rafael.

415.460.9883.

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N A PA CO U N T Y Celadon Global

comfort food. $$. Relaxed sophistication in intimate neighborhood bistro setting by the creek. Superior wine list. 500 Main St, Ste G, Napa.

707.254.9690.

Checkers California. $$.

Perfect casual spot for dinner before the movie. Try the panéed chicken and butternut squash ravioli. 1414 Lincoln Ave, Calistoga. ) 707.942.9300.

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table cooking. Don’t be afraid of the excellent rabbit-liver crostini, but the pork chops, chicken and ravioli are good as well. 39 Caledonia St., Sausalito. 415.887.9047.

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PRix Fixe Menu

Cielito Lindo Mexican. $$. Two words: octopus tacos.

If that doesn’t tell you what you need to know about this bright spot on Napa’s dining scene, then try your luck with the bigger dishes like the chile relleno and the pan-roasted halibut—but know that the tacos are the stars here. 1142 Main St., Napa. 707.252.2300.

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Compadres Rio Grille

Western/Mexican. $-$$.

Contemporary food and outdoor dining with a Mexican flavor. Located on the river and serving authentic cocktails.

Nightly specials and an abiding love of the San Francisco Giants. 505 Lincoln Ave, Napa.

707.253.1111.

Goose & Gander

American. $$. Cozy steakhouse vibes, but with a much more generous menu. Fish, pasta and steak are some of the standard dishes, but the G&G burger should not be overlooked. Interesting charcuterie and cheese lists.

1245 Spring St, St Helena.

707.967.8779.

JoLe California. $$$. Casual familial vibes with adventurous interpretations of already loved dishes. Crab cocktail, pork shoulder, and a burger with truffle-flavored cheese.

Maximize your experience by trying the tasting menu.

1457 Lincoln Ave, Calistoga.

707.942.5938.

Mini Mango Thai.

$$. Casual Thai, but with unexpected gems. The Thai iced tea–out of this world. The pad Thai–incredibly authentic and balanced. A must-try for all Thai lovers. 1408 West Clay St, Napa. 707.226.8884.

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Western Farm Center

21 West 7th Street Santa Rosa • 707.545.0721 www.westernfarmcenter.com

$$$$. Upscale meets casual with a wide range of Asianinspired dishes from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. Cold and hot appetizers, great seafood options, and newcomer dishes such as Tuna Pizza. Perfect for the adventurous eater. 610 Main St, Napa. 707.252.1600.

Mustard’s Grill American. $$$. “Deluxe truck stop classics” include Dungeness crab cakes with chipotle aioli, grilled Laotian quail with cucumber-scallion salad and a bacon-wrapped rabbit roulade.

7399 St. Helena Hwy, Napa.

707.944.2424.

SMALL BITES

Pie in a Pinch Last year, right around this time, the Bohemian held its annual Best Of winners’ party at the Flamingo Hotel in Santa Rosa. As often happens at these sorts of work-play events, I hardly ate a darned thing all night, just a few noshes off a tray. Happens all the time. By the end of the party, I was famished. I had a hotel room booked nearby, but by the time I got back to it, the kitchen was closed and room service had called it a night.

This is where your friends at NY Pie come in. They are expert at the desperate nocturnal pie for one, delivered speedily. The front desk receptionist handed me a flier for the pizzeria, which reminded me that they deliver a pie until 3am. And deliver they did, with anchovies.

A slice at NY Pie will run you about $3 for a big, gloopy offering in a triangular one-slice box (a very Sbarro’s gesture). But NY Pie’s been closed for a couple weeks while it expands into an adjacent space at its Brookwood Avenue digs, a few steps up from the dry cleaner and Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant. I stopped by the other day for a slice, but the whole place was torn up, the ovens cold, and the owner said to check in for the grand reopening scheduled for March 17. He promised lots of new tap beers and deliveries that will continue to stretch deep into the hunger-pang night. NY Pie, 65 Brookwood Ave., Santa Rosa. 707.526.9743.

—Tom Gogola

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Oenotri Italian. $$$. A casual eatery with the three P’s of Italian: pizza, pasta, and panini. Delicate pizza and pasta dishes, and they butcher their own meat. These guys do simplicity well. 1425 First St, Napa. 707.252.1022.

Norman Rose Tavern

Zuzu Spanish tapas. $$.

Graze your way through a selection of tasty tapas in a lively rustic chic setting with a popular wine bar. Bite-sized Spanish and Latin American specialties include sizzling prawns, Spanish tortilla, and Brazilian style steamed mussels. 829 Main St, Napa.

707.224.8555.

American. $$. A very casual diner serving up biscuits and gravy, fried chicken, and chicken and waffle sliders. And they aren’t kidding when they say “sweet tea.” 1502 Main St., Napa. 707.265.8209.

American. $$. More than just suds ‘n’ grub–though that’s the name of the happy hour– this old-fashioned hangout with dark wood and rustic touches does pulled-pork nachos, wild boar burgers, osso bucco and crab-potato tots right. 1401 First St, Napa.

707.258.1516.

Most reviews by James Knight. Note: Those listings marked ‘WC’ denote wineries with caves. These wineries are usually only open to the public by appointment.

Wineries in these listings appear on a rotating basis.

SONOMA COUNTY D’Argenzio Winery

Much like the family-run, backstreet bodegas of the old country that the decor invokes.

Sangiovese, Moscato di Fresco, and Randy Rhoads Cab. 1301 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa. Daily 11am–5pm. $10 tasting fee. 707.280.4658.

Everett Ridge Vineyards & Winery As is the custom at sister winery Esterlina, orange cheese puffs are served for palate cleansing between sips of exclusive Cole Ranch Riesling and big, soft and fruity reds. Plus, inexpensive, solid and sassy “Diablita” rocks screw-capped bottles of Sonoma County Red, White, Pink and Zin. Dandy view can be enjoyed from the tasting room or the patio. 435 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg.

Open daily, 10am–5pm. Tasting fee, $15. 707.433.1637.

1965 Corvette is parked in front, the vintner is in the house. Also, Port and Sherry from Sonoma Valley Portworks.

14301 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen.

Daily 11am–6pm. $5 tasting fee. 707.938.7550.

Old World Winery Meaning, a simpler time when grapes were trodden under bare foot and wine was made the natural way? Yes. Fun fact: the small, family-owned winery was the original Williams-Selyem location. 850 River Road, Fulton. Thursday– Sunday 11am–5pm or by appointment. Tasting fee $5.

707.578.3148.

Pangloss New name from Audelssa crew, same rugged mountain Cab, plus Zin and Anderson Valley Pinot.

13750 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen. Tasting room open daily, 10:30am–5pm. 707.933.8565.

Portalupi Wine Husband-

Accomplished dentist Ray Göpfrich found a new career in gladly helping to stain your teeth purple. Dry Creek Valley Cab, and sweet treats: Riesling, Silvaner and Huxelrebe from friends in Germany. 7462 West Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg.

By appointment, Saturdays.

707.433.1645.

and-wife team went the distance, selecting Barbera cuttings from the Italian alps: their Barbera was named best in the world. You’ll also find Vermentino, Pinot, and rusticchic two-liter milk jugs of “vino di tavola” in comfortable downtown lounge; wine education classes for groups.

107 North St., Healdsburg.

Open daily, 10:30am–7pm.

Tasting fee, $5–$12.

707.395.0960.

Kastania Vineyards

Repris Wines A new

Göpfrich Winery

Who knew that here on the border of Marin we’d find one of the most hospitable, no-nonsense, family-winery experiences in the county!

4415 Kastania Road, Petaluma.

By appointment. 707.763.6348.

crew reignites a blast from the past at historic Moon Mountain Vineyard. A work in progress with fantastic views.

1700 Moon Mountain Road, Sonoma. By appointment only.

707.931.7701.

Ledson Winery & Vineyards What warlock,

Russian Hill Winery

many high-way travelers wondered, within those stone walls broods? Happily, Ledson’s wine-wizard is a Zinfandel zealot, making 10 from the zaftig grape. 7335 Sonoma Hwy., Kenwood. Open daily, 10am– 5pm. 707.537.3810.

Moondance Cellars

Dogs, Cabs and cars are the focus; when a supercharged

Simple tasting room, strong Pinots and Syrah, fantastic view.

4525 Slusser Road, Windsor.

Open Thursday–Monday, 10am–5pm. 707.575.9428.

Selby Winery Regularly served at White House state dinners, Selby Chard has been through several administrations.

215 Center St., Healdsburg.

Open daily, 11am–5:30pm.

707.431.1288.

NAPA COUNTY Casa Nuestra Winery

Endearingly offbeat, with a dedicated staff and a collection of goats and dogs roaming freely. 3451 Silverado Trail N., St. Helena. Open daily, 10am– 5pm. 707.963.5783.

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Not only an “authentic Medieval Italian castle,” but authentically far more defensible than any other winery in Napa from legions of footmen in chain mail. In wine, there’s something for every taste, but don’t skip the tour of great halls, courtyards, cellars, and–naturally–an authentic dungeon. . 4045 N. St. Helena Hwy., Calistoga. 9:30am–5pm.

Tasting fees, $10–$15; tours, $25–$30. Napa Neighbor discounts. 707.967.6272.

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Madonna Estate

Millennial contingent of multigenerational family winery, once known as Mount St. John, finds success running it old-school: touristy, oldfashioned, and wildly popular.

Refreshing Gewürztraminer for summer picnics. 5400 Old Sonoma Road, Napa. Daily 10am to 5pm; $5–$10.

707.255.8864.

RustRidge Ranch Down

one of Napa’s less-traveled roads, the story began with thoroughbred horses. Bed and breakfast stays available in a rambling ranch house with wall-to-wall horse decor.

2910 Lower Chiles Valley Road, St. Helena. By appointment, 10am–4pm. Tasting fee, $20.

707.965.9353.

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Energy Bar JCB Tasting Salon & Atelier is a Dalíesque deli BY JAMES KNIGHT

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his place has a very high level of energy,” Jean-Charles Boisset says of his new tasting room in Yountville. Obviously, with Boisset in the room, it would have to, wouldn’t it?

With his own special blend of international playboy flash and downto-earth biodynamic ideals, Boisset, the 46-year-old scion of a Burgundybased wine group, has been busily buying and transforming Sonoma and Napa County wineries since 2003. And while he has meticulously preserved and enhanced established brands like Raymond, DeLoach and historic Buena Vista, he couldn’t help but install a bit of “JCB” style in each. But in this combination wine boutique and gourmet deli, it’s all JCB all the time.

How to recognize JCB style: Do you see Baccarat chandeliers?

Crystal skulls? Leopard-print upholstery? If you checked all of the above, you’re probably in a JCB property.

Wearing a sequin-lapeled jacket, Boisset was on hand recently to explain his eclectic vision to a group of media folks. At other times, his digital image still smiles at you from a touch-screen table (interactive tasting, $40). Visitors may sip the premium collection tasting ($30) at the bar, while lounging on leopard print, or at the long central table—“And that is a very high-energy table,” Boisset wants to remind us. Looking up, we see that the chandelier above the table has not stopped spinning. It functions as a sort of vortex, says Boisset, to assist in moving people through the room.

Curiosity is enough to draw one into the glittering Surrealist Boutique, in which a portion of the bar top is swirling as well as your flight of Surrealist wine ($50), so watch where you set that glass. Everything’s for sale—from walking sticks to decanters, plus brooches, cufflinks and earrings designed by Jean-Charles, with the exception of the items in the “bondage cabinet,” a visual non sequitur.

The other half of the joint is Atelier by JCB, a wine country deli gone wild. The mountain of local and imported cheeses is exciting enough; local gourmands with a Sonoma or Napa County address get a 10 percent discount on jamón ibérico, foie gras, Dijon mustard and Scottish smoked salmon. And, yes, escargot.

JCB wines retail from $25 to $350. “At $200, we barely make it,” Boisset says of the No. 50, a sparkling Chardonnay made from top Burgundy vineyards that floats like a butterscotch cloud over the tongue. Leaner and drier, the Infinity sparkling wine ($75) displays a fine bead that emerges in a perfect circle on the surface—or is it a vortex?

JCB Tasting Salon & Atelier, 6505 Washington St., Yountville.

Daily, 11am–7pm. 707.934.8237.

Can Lynda Hopkins bust up the West County boys’ club?

BY JONAH RASKIN

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unter S. Thompson, the mad genius of gonzo journalism, saw fear and loathing in Las Vegas, Miami, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco.

He also recognized it at the Kentucky Derby and in the horse race known as electoral politics, especially in the race for the White House, but on the local level as well.

This spring, he’d probably notice much the same phenomenon around the country and in the 5th District in Sonoma County, where two women candidates face off against one another furiously, while undecided voters smile politely and say, “Have a nice day.”

With steep mountains, lush valleys, a rugged coastline, the meandering Russian River, plus vineyards, wineries, marijuana gardens and award-winning restaurants, the 5th offers a rich cultural mix to locals and tourists who come year-round and who have made it a popular destination.

The 5th is also a complex political landscape with fierce loyalties and deep-seated rivalries that, insiders say, offers a glimpse into the new profile of the California electorate and the decisive role that millennials and Mexican-Americans will likely play in selecting office holders and defining issues and solutions.

Efren Carrillo, the incumbent, currently represents the district on the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors that does double duty as the board of directors of the Sonoma County Water Agency, which has increased responsibilities for conservation in a time of drought.

Arrested twice in the last five years and dragged through the mud in the media, Carrillo has chosen not to run for reelection and risk further embarrassment and injury to his image. In 2012, he was arrested at a nightclub in San Diego and charged with battery and disturbing the peace. In 2013, police officers took him into custody in ) 14

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14 5th District ( 13 Santa Rosa and charged him with burglary and prowling while under the influence of alcohol.

What’s at stake in the race for Carrillo’s replacement isn’t only the political future of the 5th, but also the direction of Sonoma County and, one might say, its very identity.

The two leading candidates, Noreen Evans and Lynda Hopkins, offer alternative visions and approaches, in much the same way that those two Democrats, Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton, offer alternative visions and approaches on the national level, though it’s probably not fair to compare Noreen and Lynda to Hillary and Bernie. The representative from the 5th will be the swing vote on the five-member board and in a position to shape matters that affect water, land use, housing and more.

On the surface, the 5th might not seem ripe for “fear and loathing,” a term which could be translated as “the dark side.” Still, staff members in county offices, and veteran political pundits such as Sonoma State University professor David McCuan, say the 5th is indeed Thompson territory and that his brand of gonzo journalism is sorely needed today.

“Hunter was about honesty with oneself and one’s psyche,” McCuan says from his office on campus.

“He was also about taking risks and challenging the status quo, with the potential to flame out in a blaze of glory.” Indeed, he put a gun to his head and took his own life at the age of 67.

Forty-three years after he published Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail ’72—the book in which he dissects Richard Nixon, George McGovern and Edward Kennedy—Thompson sounds spot on. In fact, he might have been talking about 2016, not 1972, when he observed that “Covering a presidential campaign is not a hell of a lot different from an assignment to cover a newly elected district attorney. You find unexpected friends on both sides, and in order to protect them you wind up knowing a lot of things you can’t print, or which you can

only say without hinting where they strictly confidential comments come from.” about Noreen Evans, 60, Lynda Frank Robertson knows what Hopkins, 32, the two frontrunners Thompson means. A longtime in the race. Jack Piccinini, a journalist who has written Santa Rosa firefighter who added insightfully about his name to the list of West County politics candidates when he for more than three learned that Evans was decades, Robertson running, dropped out says that politicians after Hopkins joined and their aides often the race. “I didn’t want a insist that their professional politician to comments are off the engineer their way into record, though, as he the 5th District,” he said. points out, “off the From the start, record is a movable mudslinging has defined definition.” Part of much of the campaign.

THE HEAVYWEIGHT the story of almost It went front and center Noreen Evans is the any campaign is the when opponents of frontrunner in the race. invisible side that’s Evans pointed out that rarely if ever covered she bought a house in in the media.

Sebastopol so that she’d Indeed, politicians and be eligible to run for office in the reporters, for different reasons, 5th. Bennett Valley had been her collude with one another and keep home. Voters wonder who truly vital information from the public. belongs to West County and who “Sad but true,” a veteran editor will best represent its interests. who has worked for Esquire, Life Even Evans’ supporters describe and Bloomberg News told me. her as a “carpetbagger.”

Reporters, especially those with A lawyer, two-term Santa Rosa a beat at a daily City Council paper, tell me they’re member and bound by the rules of Sacramento insider, newsgathering and Evans served in can’t disclose their the California sources or reveal State Assembly information because for six years. With it’s protected endorsements from under the rubric all of the current of confidentiality. supervisors, except What made much James Gore, she’s of Thompson’s probably the reporting so candidate of the compelling was that establishment and he stretched the rules. Robertson big labor too. Unions like her and does, too, in his own way, and he’s she likes them. kept his job for decades.

Hopkins has never held elected West County candidates, he office, though she was the executive says, have suggested that, in his director of Sonoma County role as a journalist, he smear their Farm Trails. Transparency in rivals, even as they mean to keep government is one of her rallying their own hands clean. Robertson cries. A Stanford graduate, organic tells me he’s declined to do their farmer—with her husband at Foggy bidding. In fact, he could write a River Farm west of Windsor—and history about fear and loathing in author of The Wisdom of the the 5th that would go back to the Radish, she’s been called “a spoiler” days of Congressman Doug Bosco by some. Indeed, her grassroots and the “Bosco boys,” otherwise campaign threatens to upset Evans’ known behind closed doors as the road to what looked like a shoo-in “Bosco mafia.” victory at the June primary.

In West County, journalists It’s not the presence of two find friends and enemies on women that brings the element all sides of the political divide. of fear and loathing to the 5th, Thompson would probably hear though two women front-runners

This election offers a window into a new electorate.

offers a big change for the district.

For the most part, the 5th has been dominated for decades by testosterone-rich wheeler-dealers.

Before the current supervisor, Efren Carrillo, there was Mike Reilly; before Reilly, there was Ernie Carpenter, and before Carpenter there was Eric Koenigshofer, the new kid on the block when he was first elected in 1976. Now he’s a kind of behind-the-scenes decisionmaker— an éminence grise, the French would say—and the lawyer for the Ratto Group, which handles most of the county’s lucrative garbage and recycling business.

At first, Koenigshofer tried to persuade Hopkins not to run for office on the grounds that she couldn’t defeat Evans. Then, when he didn’t succeed, he endorsed her.

If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em.

Ever since Koenigshofer’s election 40 years ago, an old boys’ club (with a few women added to the mix) has dominated the political landscape in the 5th. It might well be on the way out. Either Hopkins or Evans will join Susan Gorin, from the 1st District, and Shirlee Zane from the 3rd, and give women a majority on the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors.

That would be a first, though Helen Rudee, now 98, broke the glass ceiling in 1976 when she was elected to the board of supervisors and shifted the conversation about gender and power.

Women between the ages of 50 and 70 tend to support Evans.

Here and elsewhere they also tend to support Hillary Clinton rather than Bernie Sanders. In December 2015 at Foggy River Farm, Hopkins described herself in a conversation with me as a Sanders supporter and “a change-the-world and shake-my-fist kind of person.”

She’s feisty, spunky and radiates a kind of folky glamour.

Sebastopol mayor Sarah Glade Gurney, 63, stands firmly with Evans, though so far, she has not broadcast her affiliation. She identifies more with boomers in her own generation than with millennials, and, though she has heard no end of complaints from citizens during her 12 years in government, she likes to think of Sebastopol as a friendly town where everyone knows everyone else and gets along just fine.

dislike Evans as a candidate and private citizen. He doesn’t sling mud in her direction.

It’s just that he firmly believes that Hopkins would be much better in office than her principal and principled opponent.

For starters, Hernandez explains that his candidate won’t merely sit in an office, talk on the phone and send emails. Rather, she’ll actually be out and about in the community as a public servant—not just an elected official—working for the good of the whole community, which means POLITICAL ROADMAP What’s at stake in the race for Efren Carrillo’s replacement isn’t only the protecting the coast political future of the 5th, but also the direction of Sonoma County. and providing services for the homeless. one another to advance their own they’re both fearless and hopeful “Lynda has education, and resolved not to turn back or careers. But as he knows, that’s often experience and energy,” Hernandez become sidetracked. the norm on the campaign trail. tells citizens when he pounds “We’re going all out,” Hopkins McCuan watches the 5th to the pavement and knocks on says. “We’ll spend more energy, see what the race there might say doors in Roseland, the inner city knock on more doors and talk to about the future of politics, not neighborhood that he knows from more people than anyone else just in Sonoma County, but all the inside out, to Guerneville, where running in the 5th.” So far that’s across California. Indeed, as the he was raised and where he lives been true. A candidate at 32 5th goes, so may the Golden State. now after college away from home can almost always out-hustle a “This election offers a window at San Diego State University. candidate at 60. Youthfulness has on the changing face of the new “Lynda is a champion of the advantages over experience. electorate,” McCuan says. “In 2016, environment,” Hernandez adds, Not long ago, when Hopkins there might very well be a changing “supports sustainable, organic, met with Supervisor James Gore, of the guard. In some ways, the farming and wants to move she asked, “Is politics like farming, race here as elsewhere depends on agriculture into the 21st century. where you don’t know what you’re the hipsters who are age 25 to 35 Then, too, she aims to create jobs, getting into until you’re over your and who fled from the cities and encourage small business and head?” Gore laughed and nodded flocked to the countryside. Their represent the working class. his head yes. vote is crucial. Kamala Harris, the Moreover, as the mother of two A few months into her campaign, state’s attorney general, and Gavin toddlers, she understands the Hopkins is already head over heels Newsom, our lieutenant governor, importance of early childhood in love with politics and eager to both appeal to that demographic.” education.” go bravely into unknown territory.

McCuan doesn’t want to make From his perch at Sonoma State, Maybe Hunter S. Thompson, a bear predictions about the outcome McCuan keeps a close eye on the with a heart, would cheer her all the of the campaign in the 5th, but race. A realist, he looks at statistics way to the finish line. he suggests that Hopkins might and doesn’t let himself be swayed not yet be ready for prime time. by political rhetoric.

Jonah Raskin lived in West County Occasionally, she seems to share “I’m a data agnostic,” he says. for 28 years. He’s the author of his perceptive. “If I lose, I can still Still, he admires Bernie Sanders ‘Marijuanaland: Dispatches from an go back to farming,” she told me. and seems to lean toward Hopkins American War’ and ‘Field Days: Still, she’s not slowing down, and and Hernandez, though he also A Year of Farming, Eating and argues that they’re probably using neither is Hernandez. Indeed, Drinking Wine in California.’

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“I have a good sense of humor,” she tells me at her office just off the plaza. “Humor makes it possible not to take disagreements too personally.”

Hopkins is too new to the political game to not take the comments that she hears about her and her campaign personally. She can be defensive when she feels herself under attack, but she’s also outspoken about a political system that she insists has failed the democratic process and abandoned transparency on the national and local level.

More than anything, it’s probably the lack of transparency, as she sees it, that has motivated her campaign.

Then, too, she’s fired up by the lingering influence of old-school rules. The glass ceiling, she argues, wasn’t broken once and for all, and that an old boys’ network continues to operate in Sonoma County.

Still, she has backers on nearly all sides and from almost every persuasion, including Janet Nicholas, a Republican and a winery owner who served on the California State Board of Education.

(Perhaps there’s an old girls’ network to rival the old boys’.)

Hopkins went to college with Nicholas’ daughter and values the encouragement she has received from the mother.

Moreover, in addition to an endorsement from supervisor James Gore, Hopkins has the support of the Sonoma County Alliance, a broad-based organization that includes businessmen and women who are concerned, the website proclaims, “about the economic, social and environmental development of Sonoma County.”

Compared with Evans, Hopkins’ experience is spotty at best.

Even Herman G. Hernandez, 30, Hopkins’ handpicked, trusted campaign manager, points to Evans’ long, respectable political record close to home and in Sacramento. “I think she did a great job on the Santa Rosa City Council and when she was in the State Senate,” he says. “She has always acted to protect the coast, and her record on labor is 100 percent.”

Herman G. Hernandez—son of Herman J., founder of the Latino leadership group Los Cien and a Latino mover and shaker—doesn’t

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The week’s events: a selective guide

CULTURE

SEBASTOPOL

Mushroom Jazz

Born in Chicago and now based in San Francisco, DJ and producer Mark Farina is held in high regard in the acid jazz and downtempo house-music circles for his series of signature Mushroom Jazz releases. Since the mid-1990s, Farina has combined East Coast urban beats and West Coast organic jazz elements to create an accessible and universally loved sound. This week, local promoter jUkE jOiNt brings Farina to the North Bay to celebrate the release of his Mushroom Jazz 8 with a concert on Thursday, March 10, at HopMonk Tavern, 230 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol. 9pm. $15.

707.829.7300.

GEYSERVILLE

Sans Barrels

Winery barrel tastings are a popular wine country activity, but with dozens of wineries opting to usher in the tasters at peak volume, it’s easy to get barreled over by the crowds and the cost. This weekend, get away from the craziness with the ‘Not Barrel Tasting’ event at Trione Vineyards. Sip wine at your own pace, relax with picnic-like food from Peloton Catering and listen to the grooves of local music from BackTrax on Saturday, March 12, and the Kyle Martin Band on Sunday, March 13, at Trione Winery, 19550 Geyserville Ave., Geyserville.

11am–4pm. $20 includes two glasses of wine and food. 707.814.8100.

SEBASTOPOL

Annual Jam

Marking its 16th year, the Sonoma County Bluegrass & Folk Festival opens its doors for a day of talented acts and community musicians. Headlining the day-long fest is a collaborative set between Gene Parsons, David Hayes and Mike Beck. Parsons played in the Byrds back in the day and now runs String Bender guitar shop in Mendocino. Hayes is best known as a featured member in Van Morrison’s live band. Beck fronts the old-fashioned Bohemian Saints band. Other performers include the T Sisters, Sourdough Slim and the Roustabouts, with workshops and open jam sessions taking place on Saturday, March 12, at the Sebastopol Community Center, 390 Morris St., Sebastopol. 1pm. $32–$35. 707.874.3176.

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Suffragette City

While it’s crazy to think that it’s been less than a hundred years since women won the right to vote, it’s important to remember those who fought for equal rights and an equal voice in American politics. In celebration of Women’s History Month, the White Barn hosts an American suffragettes event with writer Becca Smith, poet Theresa Whitehill and therapist Sarah Forni. History comes to life in published writings and private letters as the lives and motivations of those who founded and led the suffrage movement are examined from the point of view of modern feminism.

Daughters and granddaughters are encouraged to come to the event, held on Sunday, March 13, at the White Barn, 2727 Sulphur Springs Road, St. Helena. 3pm. $20.

707.987.8225.

—Charlie Swanson

TUNED IN Sensational tenor Lawrence Brownlee sings in an intimate recital setting on Friday, March 11, at the Green Music Center. See Concerts, p20.

RISING UP ‘Rwanda and Juliet’ brings Shakespeare to the fraught African nation.

Real Worlds

Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival highlights global films BY CHARLIE SWANSON

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ntering its ninth year, the Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival is focusing on the “why” of filmmaking and film festivals, aiming to present films that showcase cinema’s power to reach people from all backgrounds and to create community.

Presented by the Sebastopol Center for the Arts and taking place March 17–20 at various

venues in Sebastopol and west Sonoma County, the festival is screening films from around the world, including the uplifting documentary Rwanda & Juliet.

Directed by Canadian filmmaker Ben Proudfoot, Rwanda & Juliet follows Dartmouth professor emeritus Andrew Garrod, who travels to Kigali, Rwanda, to stage a production of Romeo and Juliet with Rwandan college students.

The film opens with the very

sobering facts about the Rwandan genocide 22 years ago, when the majority Hutu population slaughtered over 1 million people of Tutsi and moderate Hutu backgrounds. Most people in the United States remember the headlines of that terrible event, but few have any idea what Rwanda looks like today.

Certainly, Garrod is naïve about the environment he steps into.

His desire to offer a therapeutic experience to what he perceives

as a nation of orphans is genuine, yet his awakening to the realities of Rwanda are as much a part of the film as staging the play.

As Garrod begins rehearsing the production with the Rwandan cast, he envisions that the story of star-crossed lovers who belong to feuding houses will resonate with the students, though the conflicts in the play pale in comparison to the brutality of the Rwandan genocide. Soon, Garrod’s professorial manner clashes with the actors, many of whom still remember the genocide.

As tensions mount and the play’s opening night approaches, Rwanda & Juliet goes through many of the familiar paces of such a journey, with obstacles like money problems and cast members who can’t seem to memorize the lines building suspense toward the finale. In the end, the play is a small aspect of the experience. It’s the Rwandan actors and their stories of perseverance that make Rwanda & Juliet an unforgettable and enlightening film.

Other highlights of the festival include the opening-night screening of Hitchcock/Truffaut, based on the famous 1966 meeting and interview between legendary directors Alfred Hitchcock and Francois Truffaut that was originally published as a book of the same name. In this new film, filmmakers, including Martin Scorsese and Peter Bogdanovich, recall the impact that this meeting had on their careers.

Filmmaker Ben Proudfoot will be in attendance when ‘Rwanda & Juliet’ screens on March 18 at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts’ Little Red Hen Theater, 282 S. High St., Sebastopol. 7pm. $10. For more info on screenings and tickets, visit sebastopolfilmfestival.org.

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OSF opens with locally grown ‘River Bride’

BY DAVID TEMPLETON

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ove is for the bold! You have to be willing to risk everything!”

So exults Belmira, an impetuous young bride-to-be in Marisela Treviño Orta’s stunning River Bride, one of four plays that just opened the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland.

The flirtatious Belmira is speaking of romance and escape, but she could just as well be describing the artistic risks taken

by Orta with her extraordinary script, first staged in San Rafael in 2014, now given a magical makeover in Ashland by director Laurie Woolery.

A slinky blend of Grimm’s fairy tales and Brazilian river mythology, the play was developed

locally as part of the AlterLab new play development program, an arm of Marin County’s awardwinning AlterTheater. Co-directed in San Rafael by Ann Brebner and Jeanette Harrison, the original production used only a few wooden blocks as set pieces. In Ashland, this deeply affecting tale of transformation and heartbreak has itself been transformed, with the use of ingeniously simple effects that bring the Amazon River and its fishing villages to life.

With the wedding of Belmira (a playfully sexy Jamie Ann Romero) and local fisherman Duarte (a coiled and intense Carlo Albán) just three weeks away, the bride’s older sister, Helena (Nancy Rodriguez, spectacular), is doing her best to hide her own broken heart, having loved Duarte since childhood. During a stormy day of fishing, Duarte and the sisters’ goodhearted father, Senhor Costa (a delightful Triney Sandoval), haul up their nets to discover they’ve caught a well-dressed, unconscious stranger named Moises (Armando McClain, who makes an art of enigmatic smoldering). Initially suspicious, Senhora Costa (Vilma Silva, also excellent) soon welcomes the softspoken newcomer, who quickly forms an instant bond with Helena.

The scenic design by Mariana Sanchez places simple set pieces—a wooden dock, a boat, a framed house on stilts—above a glistening splash of watery blue. The video design by Mark Holthusen works wonders, from a glittering sprinkle of stars and the rising and setting of the sun, making us wonder if the whole story is no more than a dream itself—or perhaps only the echo of life-altering love, nearly found, but lost at last in the depths of the river.

Rating (out of 5): ‘The River Bride’ runs Tuesday through Sunday, in the Angus Bowmer Theatre at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, in Ashland, Ore. For information on this and 10 other shows opening throughout the year, visit www.osfashland.org. For reviews of all four shows, visit bohemian.com.

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As a band, the Restless Sons work in a multitude of arrangements, be it fully electric, semi-acoustic or as a duo with O’Brien on guitar and Goodrich on a cajón box drum.

“The reason why I picked up guitar really was Social Distortion,” says O’Brien. “I loved that rock sound that wasn’t super-fast; it was something you could still groove to. So we definitely took the speed down from our old punk days.”

The Restless Sons formed after O’Brien started writing acoustically based rock songs and playing them around the local bars. “I had these songs, and I always dreamed of them being so much bigger,” O’Brien says. “Once I let my brother in on the project, he did just that.”

Bucky O’Brien added lead guitar licks to his brother’s rhythms and bolstered his acoustic songs with electric energy. With their familial bond, the O’Brien brothers intuitively complete each other’s melodies, like finishing each other’s sentences. The group has self-released two EPs, and their forthcoming full-length album is due this summer.

But first the Restless Sons have some traveling to do.

“I’m always looking for things that are way beyond our immediate reach,” says Goodrich, who found a Japan-based booking agent after looking into distributing albums in Japan.

“I won’t say it’s a once-in-alifetime opportunity, because hopefully we’ll be able to go back once we’re big in Japan,” laughs O’Brien. “But it is a golden opportunity to do something bigger than what I thought we were capable of doing.”

“It’s really one of the biggest things I’ve ever done in my life, personally as well as musically,” Goodrich says. “And the fact that I get to go with these boys and share the experience with them makes it that much better.”

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Lawrence Brownlee

Talented tenor is praised for his power, flexibility and thrilling high notes in his modern opera performances. Mar 11, 7:30pm. $35 and up. Green Music Center, 1801 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.

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Reverend Horton Heat

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The blazing psychobilly rocker rolls into town with roadshow staples Unknown Hinson, the Legendary Shack Shakers and Lincoln. Mar 16, 8pm. $26.

Mystic Theatre, 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.765.2121.

Mary Wilson & Lenny Williams

A night of legendary soul singers features the founder of the Supremes and former lead singer of Tower of Power.

Mar 12, 8pm. $45-$75. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.546.3600.

Sonoma County Bluegrass & Folk Festival

Sixteenth annual event features Gene Parsons and David Hayes with Mike Beck, Sourdough Slim, T Sisters, Roustabouts and others with a communal bluegrass jam. Mar 12, 1pm. $32-$35. Sebastopol Community Center, 390 Morris St, Sebastopol. 707.874.3176.

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Popular one-man band performs two shows of intimate, acoustic performances. Mar 12, 6:30 and 9:30pm. $51-$56. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.1100.

David Nelson Band

Nelson performs two nights and is joined by a supergroup consisting of Barry Sless, Mookie Siegel, Pete Sears and John Molo. Mar 11-12, 8pm. $40-$45. Terrapin Crossroads, 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael.

415.524.2773.

Rob Hotchkiss

Founder of popular rock band Train blends classic sounds and meaningful lyrics to continued critical acclaim. Mar 11, 8pm.

$12-$15. Fenix, 919 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.813.5600.

Peter Kater & Tina Guo Award-winning pianist and world-class cellist celebrate their debut album, “Inner Passion,” with a release party. Mar 12, 8pm. $35. TMS Performing Arts Center, 150 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael.

415.924.4848.

NAPA COUNTY John Hiatt

Masterful musician and storyteller presents a special acoustic evening performing his hits new and old. Mar 12, 8pm. $45-$85. Uptown Theatre, 1350 Third St, Napa.

707.259.0123.

Clubs & Venues SONOMA COUNTY A’Roma Roasters

Mar 11, Chris Lods. Mar 12, Mike Z & the Benders. 95 Fifth St, Santa Rosa. 707.576.7765.

Annie O’s Music Hall

Mar 11, BassLov3. Mar 12, Mac Mall & Celly Cel. 20 Fifth St, Santa Rosa. 707.542.1455.

Aqus Cafe

Mar 10, Sonoma Strings.

Mar 11, Tito & the Harmonic Three. Mar 12, Teja Gerken and frends. Mar 13, 2pm, Gary Vogensen’s Sunday Ramble.

Mar 16, West Coast Songwriters Competition. 189 H St, Petaluma. 707.778.6060.

Arlene Francis Center Mar 12, Loretta Lynn tribute show. 99 Sixth St, Santa Rosa.

707.528.3009.

Barley & Hops Tavern

Mar 11, Dave Hamilton. Mar 12, Gypsy Cafe. 3688 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental. 707.874.9037.

The Big Easy

Mar 9, Tracy Rose and friends.

Mar 10, Andre Thierry. Mar 11, the Bee Rays with Amy Hogan. Mar 12, Arizona & the Volunteers with Jeff Mattison & the Wayward Angels. Mar 13, Miano Jazz Trio. Mar 15, American Alley Cats. Mar 16, Petaluma Music Festival preview show. 128 American Alley, Petaluma. 707.776.4631.

Brixx Pizzeria

Mar 12, the Hots. 16 Kentucky St, Petaluma. 707.766.8162.

Cellars of Sonoma

Mar 10, Ricky Alan Ray. Mar 11, John Pita. Mar 12, Falcon Christopher. 133 Fourth St, Santa Rosa. 707.578.1826.

Church of the Incarnation

Mar 11, Twentieth Century Celebration performed by the North Bay Sinfonietta. 550 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa.

707.579.2604.

Cinnabar Theater

Mar 13, Patrick Ball presents the Celtic Harp. 3333 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma.

707.763.8920.

Corkscrew Wine Bar Mar 11, the Restless Sons acoustic duo. 100 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma.

707.789.0505.

Dry Creek Kitchen

Mar 14, Dick Conte and Steve Webber Duo. Mar 15, Miles Wick and Randy Vincent Duo. 317 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg.

707.431.0330.

Flamingo Lounge

Mar 11, Double Standyrd. Mar 12, Salsa Band. 2777 Fourth St, Santa Rosa. 707.545.8530.

French Garden

Mar 11, Haute Flash Quartet.

Mar 12, Honey B & the Pollinators. Mar 12, Maria Muldaur & Her All-Star Jazz Band. 8050 Bodega Ave, Sebastopol. 707.824.2030.

Gaia’s Garden

Mar 9, Gaian String Trio. Mar 10, Gypsy jazz jam. Mar 16, El Tocte.

1899 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. 707.544.2491.

Green Music Center

Mar 9, 2pm, Vocal Repertory Recital. Mar 9, 7:30pm, Jazz Orchestra with Michael Blake Quartet. Mar 13, 3pm, Santa Rosa Symphony presents Gershwin’s Magic Key. 1801 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.

Green Music Center Schroeder Hall

Mar 12, Intersection. Mar 13, 2pm, Carol Menke in Recital.

1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.

HopMonk Sebastopol

Mar 10, Mark Farina and Malarkey. Mar 11, Dustin Saylor & the Growing Seeds with the Bad Apple String Band. Mar 12, Marshall House Project. 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol.

707.829.7300.

HopMonk Sonoma

Jamison’s Roaring Donkey

Mar 11, Nathan & Jessie with Oddjob Ensemble. 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma. 707.772.5478.

Lagunitas Tap Room

Mar 9, the Lower 48. Mar 10, Frankie Bourne. Mar 11, the Roustabouts. Mar 12, the Pine Needles. Mar 13, Swoop Unit. Mar 16, the Great Spirit Band. 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma. 707.778.8776.

Mc T’s Bullpen

Mar 12, Triple Threat. Mar 13, 4pm, Robby-Neal Gordon.

16246 First St, Guerneville.

707.869.3377.

Medlock Ames’ Alexander Valley Bar

Mar 11, the Beautiful Questions.

6487 Alexander Valley Rd, Healdsburg. 707.431.8845.

Murphy’s Irish Pub

Fenix

Mar 12, Top Shelf. Mar 13, Roy Rogers and Carlos Reyes. Mar 15, Takoma Records Guitar Masters with Peter Lang.

919 Fourth St, San Rafael.

415.813.5600.

First Presbyterian Church of San Anselmo

Mar 12, 8pm, “The Body Sacred, Buxtehude & Bach” with Marin Baroque. 72 Kensington Rd, San Anselmo. 415.497.6634.

Marin Center’s Veterans Memorial Auditorium

Mar 12, 3pm, Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra performs Beethoven. Mar 13, 2pm, “In the Mood” big-band revue. 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. 415.473.6800.

Mt Tamalpais United Methodist Church

Mar 11-12, Haydn’s Reach. Mar 13, 5pm, Morgenstern Trio. 410 Sycamore Ave, Mill Valley.

19 Broadway Club

Mar 10, Cash’d Out. Mar 12, Danny Click & the Hell Yeahs! with Highway Poets. 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma.

707.765.2121.

Mar 10, Lorin Rowan’s deep blue jam. Mar 11, 5:30pm, Anna Pfeifer and Denielle Basom. Mar 11, 9:30pm, the Shut Yer Von Trapp Family.

Mar 12, 5:30pm, Left Coast Special Cajun Band. Mar 13, 2pm, Irish jam session. Mar 13, 5pm, Buddy Owen Band.

17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax.

415.459.1091.

Phoenix Theater

No Name Bar

Mar 11, Kith and Kin. Mar 12, Mostly Simply Bluegrass.

464 First St E, Sonoma.

707.935.0660.

Mystic Theatre

Mar 11, Philthy Rich with JayN and WestThird. 201 Washington St, Petaluma.

707.762.3565.

Raven Theater

Mar 12, Healdsburg Community Band POPS Concert. 115 North St, Healdsburg. 707.433.3145.

Ruth McGowan’s Brewpub

Mar 12, JP Soden. 131 E First St, Cloverdale. 707.894.9610.

Sebastopol Community Center

Mar 11, Masters of Hawaiian Music. Mar 13, 4pm, Mini Music concert. 390 Morris St, Sebastopol. 707.874.3176.

The Tradewinds Bar

Mar 12, Janie & the Reformers.

8210 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati.

707.795.7878.

MARIN COUNTY Angelico Hall

Mar 13, 1pm, Mill Valley Philharmonic presents Haydn’s Reach. Dominican University, 50 Acacia Ave, San Rafael. www.millvalleyphilharmonic.org.

Mar 9, Chris Haugen Band.

Mar 10, Gail Muldrow Blues Band. Mar 11, Michael Aragon Quartet. Mar 12, Del Sol. Mar 13, Doug Nichols and friends. Mar 14, Kimrea & the Dreamdogs.

Mar 16, Dharma Bums.

757 Bridgeway, Sausalito.

415.332.1392.

Osteria Divino

Mar 9, Pedro Rosales Con Quimba. Mar 10, Passion Habanera. Mar 11, Ken Cook Trio. Mar 12, Hippopotamus Trio. Mar 13, Robert Overbury Duo. Mar 15, Rob Reich. Mar 16, Deborah Winters. 37 Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.9355.

Panama Hotel Restaurant

Mar 9, Schuster and Bay. Mar 10, Wanda Stafford. Mar 15, Swing Fever. Mar 16, Marianna August. 4 Bayview St, San Rafael. 415.457.3993.

Peri’s Silver Dollar

Mar 9, the New Sneakers.

Mar 10, Mark’s Jam Sammich.

Mar 11, Matt Bolton. Mar 12, Lumanation. Mar 13, Liquid Green. Mar 15, Fresh Baked Blues. Mar 16, Elvis Johnson’s

soul review. 29 Broadway, Fairfax. 415.459.9910.

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Rickey’s

Mar 11, Andoni. Mar 12, Natalie Smith & James Harman. Mar 13, Chime Travelers. 250 Entrada Dr, Novato. 415.883.9477.

Sausalito Seahorse

Mar 10, College of Marin Jazz Ensemble. Mar 11, Swing Fever with Bryan Gould and Denise Perrier. Mar 12, Fito Reinoso Cuban Trio and Los Clasicos de Cuba Quintet. Mar 13, 5pm, Orquesta Bembe. 305 Harbor View Dr, Sausalito.

415.331.2899.

Station House Cafe

Mar 13, John Allair. 11180 State Route 1, Pt Reyes Station.

415.663.1515.

Sweetwater Music Hall

Mar 9, Crossroads Music School concert. Mar 10, Anderson East with Dylan LeBlanc. Mar 11, Foreverland. Mar 13, MY AMP student showcase. Mar 14, Crossroads Music School concert. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.1100.

Terrapin Crossroads

Mar 9, Colonel & the Mermaids.

Mar 10, Radio Galaxy with Ross James. Mar 13, the Rock Collection. Mar 14, Grateful Mondays with Stu Allen. 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael.

415.524.2773.

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Citizen Cope

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Mar 11, David Correa and Tommy Hill. Mar 12, Minus Mary. 1141 First St, Napa. 707.224.6664.

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Mar 10, Jimmy James. Mar 11, Levi Lloyd & the 501 Blues Band. Mar 12, Jinx Jones. Mar 13, DJ Aurelio. Mar 15, West Coast Blues Society Caravan of All-Stars. 902 Main St, Napa.

707.258.2337.

River Terrace Inn

Mar 11, Smorgy. Mar 12, Craig Corona. 1600 Soscol Ave, Napa.

707.320.9000.

Silo’s

Mar 10, Mike Annuzzi. Mar 11, Trevor Lyon. Mar 12, Purple Haze. Mar 16, C4 Inc. 530 Main St, Napa. 707.251.5833.

The Rock Center

Mar 12, 4pm, Mini Music concert. Free. 1758 Industrial Way #117, Napa. 707.254.7625.

Uptown Theatre

Mar 11, Keb’ Mo’. Sold-out. 1350 Third St, Napa. 707.259.0123.

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707.935.9100.

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RECEPTIONS Mar 9

Petaluma Library, “Spring Art Show,” works by artist members of the Petaluma Arts Association includes watercolors, oils, acrylics, photography, collage, sculpture and more.

5pm. 100 Fairgrounds Dr, Petaluma. 707.763.9801.

Mar 10

Aroma Cafe, “Images of China Camp,” Marin photographers Osher Levi and Brian Byrnes exhibit their photos of the state park and local treasure.

6pm. 1122 Fourth St, San Rafael.

Mar 11

City Hall Council Chambers, “Teri Sloat: Beyond My Window,” showing imaginative landscapes from the children’s book author and illustrator. 5pm.

100 Santa Rosa Ave, Ste 10, Santa Rosa. 707.543.3010.

Mar 12

Healdsburg Center for the Arts, “Full Circle: Pond Farm Revisited,” an exhibition of eclectic pottery works by alumni of Pond Farm Pottery. 5pm. 130 Plaza St, Healdsburg. 707.431.1970.

Neon Raspberry Art House, “Axiom: Ethiopia,” photographers Xiomara Castro and Daniel D Zarazua present work from their recent expedition to Ethiopia. 5pm. 3605 Main St, Occidental. 707.874.2100.

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Prince Gallery, “Inversion of Control,” a solo show by Jay Hill feature pixelatedlooking paintings that explore the evolution emerging artificial intelligence and its effect on humanity. 5pm. 122 American Alley, Petaluma.

707.889.0371.

Riverfront Art Gallery, “Juried Photography Show,” 48 photographers will show their work along with member artists. 5pm. 132 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma.

707.775.4ART. Sebastopol Gallery, “Sebastopol Gallery Group Show,” comes see the newly redecorated space and meet new gallery artist Lucy Martin. 5pm. 150 N Main St, Sebastopol. 707.829.7200.

Mar 13

Pie Eyed Open Studio

Mar 12-13, noon-4pm, “Nancy Muzino Elliott,” Pie Eyed Open Studios opens its fourth season with the work of the Oakland artist, which guides the viewer down multilayerd narrative paths. 2371 Gravenstein Hwy S, Sebastopol. Sat-Sun, 12pm to 4pm 707.477.9442.

Quercia Gallery

Through Mar 28, “New Paintings by Inna Talantova,” Soviet Union native now living in the Russian River valley shows her latest plein air paintings. 25193 Hwy 116, Duncans Mills. Fri-Mon, 11am to 5pm and by appointment 707.865.0243.

Rohnert Park-Cotati Library

Marin Society of Artists, “Outside the Line,” sculpture and craft show offers something for everyone with 90 pieces on display.

Reception, Mar 13 at 2pm.

1515 Third St, San Rafael.

Wed-Sun, noon to 4 pm 415.464.9561.

Through Mar 19, “Annual Library Art Show,” featuring works by several Sonoma County artists including Tim Chadsey, Linda Schroeter and Judith A Eisen. Reception, Mar 9 at 6pm. 6250 Lynne Conde Way, Rohnert Park.

707.584.9121.

San Geronimo Valley Community Center, “Natural Abstracts, Fantasies & Digital Manipulations,” showing the eclectic photography of Michel Kotski. 4pm. 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo. 415.488.8888.

Sebastopol Center for the Arts

& More,” eight local artists exhibit art quilts. 128 N Main St, Sebastopol. Mon-Sat, 8am to 9pm; Sun, 8am to 8pm 707.829.2822.

University Art Gallery

Finley Community Center

Through Apr 3, “Facets,” collage and paintings by Lisa Beerntsen and Deborah Salomon takes a faceted approach to space. 8235 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati. hours vary 707.795.9753.

Through Apr 1, “National Arts Program Exhibit,” annual show celebrates 13 years of displaying Santa Rosa’s wide ranging artistic talents. 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa.

Mon-Fri, 8 to 6; Sat, 9 to 11am.

707.543.3737.

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Gaia’s Garden

Through Mar 31, “Fish, Food

Jonnie Chrystal,” Santa Rosa artists displays her wildlife and farm-life works. 1899 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat; lunch and brunch, Sun. 707.544.2491.

Through Mar 15, “The Art of

Through Mar 20, “Abstract,” juried show with over 60 works joins sculpture exhibit “Biodiversity: A Closer Look,” and mixed-media show from Christie Marks titled “Spellbound: Morocco from Photos to Easel.” 282 S High St, Sebastopol. Tues-Fri, 10 to 4; Sat, 1 to 4. 707.829.4797.

Through Mar 13, “Yes! Glue,” exhibiting a half-century of collage art by Bruce and Jean Conner. Sonoma State University, 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park. Tues-Fri, 11 to 4; Sat-Sun, noon to 4.

707.664.2295.

Wild Hare Studio

Mar 12-13, 12pm, “March Hare,” guest artists Yvette Buigues and Mardi Storm show celebrate the springtime symbol of vitality and prosperity. 2371 S Gravenstein Hwy, Sebastopol. Show dates or by appointment 415.515.7995.

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Through Apr 3, “Colorists of Northern California,” featuring over 60 paintings by 11 painters working in the colorist tradition, using vibrant colors to interpret the warm and cool effects of sunlight. Reception, Mar 20 at 2pm. 52 Wharf Rd, Bolinas. Fri-Sun, 11am to 6pm 415.868.0782.

Community Media Center of Marin

First & Third Floor Galleries

Through May 31, “Celebrating Colors,” eight local longtime artists carry distinctly individual styles to explore the visual power of colors. Marin Civic Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael.

Gallery Route One

Through Mar 27, “In Formation,” installation artist Dennis Peterson’s work conveys confusion and humor, showing along with “The Pacific Gyre Series,”with works addressing plastic debris in the Pacific Ocean.

11101 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station.

Wed-Mon, 11 to 5. 415.663.1347.

O’Hanlon Center for the Arts

Through Mar 24, “New Territories,” artist Patricia K Kelly shows several of her works on paper and large panels, painted with egg tempera. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. Tues-Sat, 10 to 2; also by appointment.

415.388.4331.

Robert Allen Fine Art

Through Mar 31, “Works on Paper,” group exhibit features prints, drawings and mixed media from Susan Adame, Tracey Adams, Aleah Koury and others. 301 Caledonia St, Sausalito. Mon-Fri, 10 to 5.

415.331.2800.

San Geronimo Valley Community Center

Through Mar 30, “Natural Abstracts, Fantasies & Digital Manipulations,” showing the eclectic photography of Michel Kotski. Reception, Mar 13 at 4pm. 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo.

415.488.8888.

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Pond Farmers Art exhibit revisits pottery institution

Situated near Guerneville in Armstrong Woods, the Pond Farm is the legacy of ceramic artist and educator Marguerite Wildenhain.

This month, the Healdsburg Center for the Arts (HCA) revisits the memory of the Pond Farm with an exhibit of sculpture and pottery from Wildenhain and the generations of students who studied under her.

After studying sculpture at Bauhaus art school in Germany, Wildenhain immigrated to the U.S. in the 1930’s and later came to the North Bay, where her artistic prestige continued to grow. It was at Pond Farm that Wildenhain began her career as an instructor, taking on pottery students each summer for three decades and offering intense artistic training sessions.

Wildenhain passed away over 30 years ago, though her Pond Farm has remained intact and is now a designated National Treasure under the Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places.

The new exhibit at the HCA shows work from Wildenhain and her students, showcasing pieces that were created at Pond Farm. There are also photos from famed photojournalist Otto Hagel, captured at the studio in the mid-20th century, and a potter’s wheel designed by Wildenhain.

“Full Circle: Pond Farm Revisited” is on display though April 10 and opens with a reception on Saturday, March 12, at the Healdsburg Center for the Arts, 130 Plaza St., Healdsburg. 5pm. Free. 707.431.1970.—Charlie Swanson

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the Anchor,” an exhibit of photographs of Sausalito’s anchor-out community by Bente Marei Stachowske.

420 Litho St, Sausalito.

415.289.4121.

Zener Schon Contemporary Art

Through Mar 19, “Reconstructed Abstractions of the Urban Experience,” charged exhibition of new paintings and works on paper by Bay Area expressionists Carly Ivan Garcia and Benito Rangel de Maria. 23 Sunnyside Ave, Mill Valley. 415.738.8505.

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Through Apr 3, “Radical Landscapes,” exhibition explores the natural environment through a contemporary lens with works

by Bay Area-based artists.

5200 Sonoma Hwy, Napa.

Wed-Sun, 10 to 6. 707.226.5991.

Napa Valley Museum

Through Mar 30, “Recognition,” Chris Thorson’s sculpture deceives the eye by mimicking everyday objects, from keys to fruit, that often evade everyday regard. Through Mar 27, “Trashed and Treasured,” features work from Recology’s significant collection of alumni artists. 55 Presidents Circle, Yountville. Wed-Sun, 11 to 4.

707.944.0500.

Comedy Big Pants & Hot Flashes

Headlining comedians Kevin Meaney and Julia Scotti perform a hilarious theatrical piece about coming out as gay and transgendered. Mar 12, 8pm. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.

An Evening with the Riccardis

Sandy and Richard Riccardi are one of the Bay Area’s hidden treasures, combining precise, virtuoso musicianship with sharp humor. Mar 12, 7:30pm. $20-$25. Congregation Ner Shalom, 85 La Plaza, Cotati.

Follow the Thread

Talented and professional educators lead improv workshops for novice, beginning and experienced actors, improvisers and

comedians. Wed, 7pm. through Apr 20. $20/week. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley.

415.383.9600.

Film Birth of a Process

Live standup comedy with Ngaio Bealum, Doug Ferrari, Griffin Daley and others. Mar 16, 8pm. George’s Nightclub, 842 Fourth St, San Rafael.

415.226.0262.

Delightful film about artist Michele Cassou encourages any artist-at-heart and those who feel the pull toward creativity to pursue their passion. Mar 16, 7pm. Free. Wild Hare Studio, 2371 S Gravenstein Hwy, Sebastopol. 415.515.7995.

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George’s Comedy Jam

Marin Comedy Show presents the former winner of the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, along with special guest Larry “Bubbles” Brown. Mar 12, 8pm. $20-$25. Trek Winery, 1026 Machin Ave, Novato.

415.899.9883.

Scott Capurro Comedy Showcase

Mar 11, 8pm. $20. 19 Broadway Club, 17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax.

415.459.1091.

Dance all.things.PAPER

UPside Dance presents a saucy, thought-provoking dance performance exploring of just how deeply paper impacts our everyday lives. Mar 11-13. $10 and up. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa 707.546.3600.

Events American Suffragettes Join writer Becca Smith in an investigation of the leading figures in the American Suffrage movement, the evolution of women’s rights, the men that supported them and the writers and artists that promoted their cause. Mar 13, 3pm. $20. White Barn, 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave, St Helena.

707.987.8225.

Havana Nights

Marin Catholic High School presents both a lunch and dinner fashion show and auction. Mar 12, 10am and 5pm. $75-$165. Marin Center Exhibit Hall, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. 415.499.6800.

St Patrick’s Day 5K

Race is open to all, with commemorative mugs, costume contests, live music and giveaways. Mar 13, 3pm. $30-$40. Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa.

French art film about two women bonding over their need for change is a real crowd pleaser. Mar 12, 7pm. $10. Jarvis Conservatory, 1711 Main St, Napa. 707.255.5445.

The Quiet Man

Classic 1952 film stars John Wayne as a boxer returning to his home in Ireland and screens as part of the Vintage Film Series. Mar 14, 7pm.

Sebastiani Theatre, 476 First St E, Sonoma. 707.996.9756.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Mar 12, 11pm. $10. Phoenix Theater, 201 Washington St, Petaluma. 707.762.3565.

Food & Drink Celts & Vikings Corned Beef Dinner

A program on Vikings in Ireland accompanies a conred beef and cabbage dinner. Mar 12, 5pm. $8-$24. Sons of Norway Hall, 617 W Ninth St, Santa Rosa.

Lexus Culinary Classic Exclusive three-day fest features six distinct culinary events with multi-course menus and fine wines selected by renowned sommeliers. Mar 11-13. Cavallo Point Lodge, 601 Murray Circle, Sausalito, lexusculinaryclassic.com.

Lunch & Learn

Monthly resource for Napa Valley seniors includes lively educational activity and healthy lunch. Reservations required. Third Wed of every month, 11am. Calistoga Community Center, 1307 Washington St, Calistoga.

707.341.3185.

Not Barrel Tasting

Get away from the barrel boozing and relax for a weekend of food and drinks accompanied by live music.

Mar 12-13, 11am. $20. Trione

Winery, 19550 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville. 707.814.8100.

Laurie Figone. 16 Kentucky St, Petaluma 707.766.8162.

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Spring Shrubs

In the first in a series of hands-on classes, learn how to use seasonal ingredients to craft the classic farmer’s tonic, the shrub. Mar 12, 2pm. $55.

SHED, 25 North St, Healdsburg.

707.431.7433.

Lectures Eve Crow

A talk by the Reiki master and spiritual practitioner. Mar 15, 7pm. Aqus Cafe, 189 H St, Petaluma. 707.778.6060.

Linda Hopkins

Mar 11, 7pm, “The Wild Edge of Sorrow” with Francis Weller.

2075 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa 707.546.4543.

Healdsburg Copperfield’s Books Mar 12, 7pm, “The Theoretical Foot” by MFK Fisher, Kennedy Golden discusses her mother’s novel with novelist/memoirist Jane Vandenburgh. 104 Matheson St, Healdsburg 707.433.9270.

Petaluma Copperfield’s Books Mar 16, 4pm, “Seven Wonders Book 5: The Legend of the Rift” with Peter Lerangis.

140 Kentucky St, Petaluma 707.762.0563.

Readers’ Books Mar 9, 6:30pm, “Enlightenment Everyone” with Rob Bundschu.

130 E Napa St, Sonoma 707.939.1779.

An invitation to meet the candidate for 5th District Supervisor. Mar 15, 6pm. Main Street Bistro, 16280 Main St, Guerneville. 707.869.0501.

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Mar 14, 6:30pm, The Merchant of Venice, a staged reading of Shakespeare’s play.

189 H St, Petaluma 707.778.6060.

Book Passage

Mar 9, 7pm, “The First Congress” with Fergus Bordewich. Mar 10, 1pm, “Until We Are Free” with Shirin Ebadi. Mar 10, 7pm, “The Yid” with Paul Goldberg. Mar 12, 1pm, “We’ve Already Gone This Far” with Patrick Dacey.

Mar 13, 4pm, “Cheddar” with Gordon Edgar. Mar 13, 7pm, “Wellth: How I Learned to Build a Life, Not a Résumé” with Jacob Wachob. Mar 14, 7pm, “The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man” with John Perkins. Mar 15, 7pm, “The Lost Celt” with AE Conran. Mar 15, 7pm, “Under the Influence” with Joyce Maynard. Mar 16, 7pm, “Bullies: A Friendship” with Alex Abramovich. 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera 415.927.0960.

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Mar 9, 6pm, “Cooking” with

Mar 12, 7pm, “The Science of Spiritual Marketing” and “Pushing Upward” with Andrea Adler. 850 Fourth St, San Rafael 415.524.2800.

Mar 11, 7pm, “When We Are No More” with Abby Smith Rumsey. 775 Village Court, Santa Rosa 707.578.8938.

Sebastopol Copperfield’s Books Mar 12, 7pm, “There’s a Ghost in This Machine of Air” with Iris Jamahl Dunkle.

138 N Main St, Sebastopol 707.823.2618.

SHED Mar 9, 5:30pm, “Bread, Wine, Chocolate” with Simran Sethi, includes tasting. $20-$44.

25 North St, Healdsburg 707.431.7433.

Studio 333 Second Thursday of every month, 7pm, Why There Are Words, acclaimed authors reading their works on the theme of “Slings & Arrows.” $10. 333 Caledonia St, Sausalito 415.331.8272.

Sweetwater Music Hall Mar 16, 12pm, “Rocks Heals: The Science of Rock Medicine” with Sela Weidemann. Free. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley 415.388.1100.

Not the Hitchcock version, this classic comedy from ancient Greece gets a hilarious modern adaptation from Cinnabar’s Young Rep. Mar 11-13. $10$15. Cinnabar Theater, 3333 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma.

707.763.8920.

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Mar 15, 5:30pm. $15.

Lagunitas Tap Room, 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma.

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Emotional Creature

SRJC arts department presents the ensemble play made up of original monologues and songs about the lives, voices and innermost thoughts of girls the world over. Mature content. Through Mar 13.

Burbank Auditorium, SRJC, 1501 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. 707.527.4307.

The King & I

A family-friendly production of the classic musical from Throckmorton Youth Performers. Through Mar 13. $15-$35. 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.

Murder at Sea

Get a Clue Productions’ new mystery dinner theater show is a Caribbean cruise who-done-it, with audience participation and islandthemed attire encouraged.

Sat, Mar 12, 7pm. $68. Charlie’s Restaurant, Windsor Golf Club, 1320 19th Hole Dr, Windsor.

707.837.0019.

Outside Mullingar

Staged reading of the Irish comedy is performed by Sonoma Stage Works in a special dinner theater event. Mar 13-14, 5:30pm. $20/$35 with dinner.

Murphy’s Irish Pub, 464 First St E, Sonoma. 707.935.0660.

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The classical Broadway suspense thriller about a blind woman pursued by a sinister con man is a pulse pounding game of cat and mouse. Mar 11-Apr 3. $16-$26. Spreckels Performing Arts Center, 5409 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park.

707.588.3400.

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ARIES (March 21–April 19) “He in his madness prays for storms, and dreams that storms will bring him peace,” wrote Leo Tolstoy in his novella The Death of Ivan Ilych. The weird thing is, Aries, that this seemingly crazy strategy might actually work for you in the coming days. The storms you pray for, the tempests you activate through the power of your longing, could work marvels. They might clear away the emotional congestion, zap the angst and usher you into a period of dynamic peace. So I say: Dare to be gusty and blustery and turbulent.

That statement is true for him on at least two levels.

His fury about the systemic corruption that infects American politics has roused him to create many successful songs and enabled him to earn a very good living. I don’t think anger is always a gift for all of us, however. Too often, especially when it’s motivated by petty issues, it’s a self-indulgent waste of energy that can literally make us sick. Having said that, I do suspect that your anger in the coming week will be more like de la Rocha’s: productive, clarifying, healthy.

TAURUS (April 20–May 20)

Quoting poet W. H. Auden, author Maura Kelly says there are two kinds of poets: argument-makers and beauty-makers.

I think that’s an interesting way to categorize all humans, not just poets. Which are you? Even if you usually tend to be more of an argument-maker, I urge you to be an intense beauty-maker in the next few weeks. And if you’re already a pretty good beautymaker, I challenge you to become, at least temporarily, a great beauty-maker. One more thing: As much as possible, until April 1, choose beauty-makers as your companions.

all possible feelings do not yet exist,” says novelist Nicole Krauss. In the coming weeks, I suspect you will provide vivid evidence of her declaration, Scorpio. You may generate an unprecedented number of novel emotions—complex flutters and flows and gyrations that have never before been experienced by anyone in the history of civilization. I think it’s important that you acknowledge and celebrate them as being unique— that you refrain from comparing them to feelings you’ve had in the past or feelings that other people have had. To harvest their full blessing, treat them as marvelous mysteries.

GEMINI (May 21–June 20) To have any hope of becoming an expert in your chosen field, you’ve got to labor for at least 10,000 hours to develop the necessary skills—the equivalent of 30 hours a week for six and a half years. But according to author William Deresiewicz, many young graphic designers no longer abide by that rule. They regard it as more essential to cultivate a network of connections than to perfect their artistic mastery. Getting 10,000 contacts is their priority, not working 10,000 hours. But I advise you not to use that approach in the coming months, Gemini.

According to my reading of the astrological omens, you will be better served by improving what you do rather than by increasing how many people you know.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22–December 21)

CANCER (June 21–July 22) “I sit before flowers, hoping they will train me in the art of opening up,” says poet Shane Koyczan. “I stand on mountain tops believing that avalanches will teach me to let go.” I recommend his strategy to you in the coming weeks, Cancerian. Put yourself in the presence of natural forces that will inspire you to do what you need to do.

Seek the companionship of people and animals whose wisdom and style you want to absorb. Be sufficiently humble to learn from the whole wide world through the art of imitation.

LEO (July 23–August 22) The marathon is a longdistance foot race with an official length of over 26 miles. Adults who are physically fit and well-trained can finish the course in five hours. But I want to call your attention to a much longer running event: the SelfTranscendence 3100-Mile Race. It begins every June in Queens, a borough of New York, and lasts until August.

Those who participate do 3,100 miles’ worth of laps around a single city block, or about 100 laps per day.

I think that this is an apt metaphor for the work you now have ahead of you. You must cover a lot of ground as you accomplish a big project, but without traveling far and wide. Your task is to be dogged and persistent as you do a little at a time, never risking exhaustion, always pacing yourself.

VIRGO (August 23–September 22)

In old Vietnamese folklore, croaking frogs were a negative symbol. They were thought to resemble dull teachers who go on and on with their boring and pointless lectures. But in many other cultures, frogs have been symbols of regeneration and resurrection due to the dramatic transformations they make from egg to tadpole to full-grown adult. In ancient India, choruses of croaks were a sign of winter’s end, when spring rains arrived to fertilize the earth and bestow a promise of the growth to come. I suspect that the frog will be one of your emblems in the coming weeks, Virgo—for all of the above reasons. Your task is to overcome the boring stories and messages so as to accomplish your lively transformations.

LIBRA (September 23–October 22) “Your anger is a gift.” So proclaims musician and activist Zack de la Rocha, singer in the band Rage Against the Machine.

SCORPIO (October 23–November 21) “Even now,

“Look at yourself then,” advised author Ray Bradbury.

“Consider everything you have fed yourself over the years. Was it a banquet or a starvation diet?” He wasn’t talking about literal food. He was referring to the experiences you provide yourself with, to the people you bring into your life, to the sights and sounds and ideas you allow to pour into your precious imagination. Now would be an excellent time to take inventory of this essential question, Sagittarius. And if you find there is anything lacking in what you feed yourself, make changes!

CAPRICORN (December 22–January 19) According to a report in the journal Science, most of us devote half of our waking time to thinking about something besides the activity we’re actually engaged in. We seem to love to ruminate about what used to be and what might have been and what could possibly be. Would you consider reducing that amount in the next 15 days, Capricorn? If you can manage to cut it down even a little, I bet you will accomplish small feats of magic that stabilize and invigorate your future. Not only that, you will feel stronger and smarter. You’ll have more energy. You’ll have an excellent chance to form an enduring habit of staying more focused on the here and now.

AQUARIUS (January 20–February 18) One of the legal financial scams that shattered the world economy in 2008 was a product called a Collateralized Debt Obligation Squared. It was sold widely, even though noted economist Ha-Joon Chang says that potential buyers had to read a billion pages of documents if they hoped to understand it. In the coming weeks, I think it’s crucial that you Aquarians avoid getting involved with stuff like that—with anything or anyone requiring such vast amounts of homework. If it’s too complex to evaluate accurately, stay uncommitted, at least for now.

PISCES (February 19–March 20) “I wish I knew

what I desire,” wrote Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish, born under the sign of Pisces. “I wish I knew!

I wish I knew!” If he were still alive today, I would have very good news for him, as I do for all of you Pisceans reading this horoscope. The coming weeks will be one of the best times ever—ever!—for figuring out what exactly it is you desire. Not just what your ego yearns for. Not just what your body longs for. I’m talking about the whole shebang. You now have the power to home in on and identify what your ego, your body, your heart and your soul want more than anything else in this life.

Go to REALASTROLOGY.COM to check out Rob Brezsny’s Expanded Weekly Audio Horoscopes and Daily Text Message Horoscopes. Audio horoscopes are also available by phone at 1.877.873.4888 or 1.900.950.7700.

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