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Bright Idea Thank you for a brilliant article (“BoBnb, Anyone?” Oct. 5) on the effects of online rental platforms in West Marin. Over the past years, I've watched a few places like Bolinas go from a quiet sanctuary with a beautiful community vibe to something completely different and disturbing. Is Airbnb destroying communities? You bet. When long-time residents get kicked out, who is going to be there to sustain a community? Probably not people who pay $1,200 a night so they can have as much
fun as they can buy. For months we've been wondering, who are all these dressed up people strolling our (very laid-back) street in Sonoma, until we discovered there is an Airbnb rental two houses down. But in case of West Marin, it seems to have gone to an extreme. I think it's a combination of online rental platforms and social media that spreads the word, often to a crowd of perfect strangers about places that would benefit from staying what they used to be—local sanctuaries. Obviously Airbnb cash is great, and I know plenty of people who only stay at shortterm rentals when traveling. Yet the stories
of landlords asking tenants to leave the premises every now and then so they can generate some money, are extremely worrying. This whole situation should be regulated on a local level. Thanks again for raising awareness about this issue.
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Strong Advocate Some individuals are attempting to fool people into believing that environmental/
land-use battles are vestiges of the past. One merely needs to conduct a perfunctory perusal of recent events to discover a radically different scenario. Those who espouse such inanity may not have the best interests of Fifth District voters in mind. Consider these: Dairyman Winery, Best Family Winery, coastal waters leases, Occidental Gateway plan, Spud Point Marina plan, Gualala River logging plan and development of coastal lands. From a cursory review, it becomes clear that this is no time to place a novice at the helm who is long on platitudinal catchphrases, but short on specifics. We need a strong advocate with a proven track record who is unafraid to confront powerful interests. Leadership sometimes involves taking stances on issues long before public and legislative sentiment aligns with one's own. Noreen Evans' 2011 vote favoring overtime for farmworkers presents but one example of her political courage. On Nov. 8, I will be proudly casting my vote for Evans to become our next Fifth District supervisor. I strongly urge others who share concerns about the preservation and future well-being of our beloved Fifth District to join me.
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The Stein Way I enjoyed reading Elizabeth Whitney’s letter “Cosmic Forces" (Oct. 5) in which she righteously trashed Trump’s materialism and then spoke admiringly (without naming) of “the female who has shown up at this moment in time to challenge the false power of materialism.” Ms. Whitney is obviously referring to presidential candidate Jill Stein of the Green Party, since the other woman on the ballot for president is a Goldman Sachs-sponsored war hawk who calls black teenagers “super predators.” Go Jill!
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Just Say ‘Slow’ Thinking through the implications of cannabis legalization BY DOUG HAYMAKER
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s an older teenager and a young adult who was a user of recreational marijuana, I remember that I always supported the legalization of marijuana. However, as a mature adult who has, hopefully, gained some wisdom over the years, I find my attitude toward legalization changing due to a few social and scientific realities. First of all, what is pot? Pot is agriculture, and agriculture constitutes the number-one cause of water pollution due to three factors: sedimentation, nutrients and chemicals. And in the case of animal agriculture, add to that list pathogens. The difference between pot and most of the other vegetables used in agriculture is that most vegetables are used for nutrition to sustain human life. Marijuana agriculture is not necessary to sustain human life, in most cases. We all are aware how money from the wine industry influences local politicians. We are also aware how the wine industry has hurt local biodiversity levels as well as the drain on the water supply and its effect on fish populations. If pot becomes legalized, the amount of money generated in the industry will help to spawn a whole new generation of lobbyists and the political prostitutes they so dearly love. Will all of the problems created by the wine industry be made worse by a bunch of money grubbing, nitrogen dumping, sediment creating, agricultural monstrosities likes Cargill, Archer Daniels Midland, Gallo, etc? The term “unintended consequences” comes to mind when I ponder this subject. A recent study by the University of Mississippi concluded that legalization of marijuana in Colorado caused a substantial increase in housing prices. Is there any reason to think that wouldn’t happen here? Considering our already skyrocketing rents, how much will legalization exacerbate the problem? As the (over)population of California approaches 40 million, voters need to be extra careful about what type of industry we permit to establish itself in a state already burdened by social and environmental problems. If there were only 4 million people in California, I might jump on the legalization train, but the infrastructure is already too strained. Let’s think of the big picture. Will we have to build a new desalination plant at Bodega Bay to support this industry? If we desire to be truly sustainable, at some point we have to stop making money the number one consideration. Perhaps this would be a good place to start. Doug Haymaker is an environmental science student at Santa Rosa Junior College and founder of the Clean Oceans Campaign. Open mic is a weekly feature in the ‘The Bohemian.’ We welcome your contribution. To have your topical essay of 350 words considered for publication, write openmic@bohemian.com.
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TAKING THE 5TH The race for the 5th District feature shades of gray, not black and white.
Fifth Dimensions Looking for differences in the Noreen Evans vs. Lynda Hopkins race BY TOM GOGOLA
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t least it can be said that nobody is threatening to throw the loser in jail in the race for Sonoma County Supervisor in the 5th District.
But the race between Noreen Evans and Lynda Hopkins has featured all the negative bells and whistles of a political campaign in a season gone amok with the bitter and bilious: the open mom-shaming of Hopkins for supposedly abandoning her kids to political ambition; campaign
commercials featuring literal piles of bullshit, Evans taking to Facebook to ask her supporters to stop vandalizing Hopkins’ signs with spray paint smears accusing her of being a one-percenter; and street-corner encounters in Sebastopol between supporters of the candidates—both of whom are, in the end, progressive Democrats, and kind empaths at that. Pete Foppiano, the former Healdsburg mayor, city councilman and local political analyst who is a regular on Steve Jaxon’s KSRO radio program, says the race has unfurled just as he said it would
months ago: The 30-something newcomer Hopkins has been relentlessly dinged by the veteran pol Evans and her supporters for the contributions and support she has received from Sonoma power brokers such as Doug Bosco (general counsel at the Press Democrat) and assorted entities such as the North Coast Builders Alliance and the gravel-mining industry. Hopkins insists she’ll be an independent voice on the board even as Evans highlights Hopkins’ well-documented base of support and what that might or might not say about how she would vote on
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issues before the board. Beyond “experience” and “follow the money,” there are a few areas of apparent division between the candidates, or at least interesting jump-off points for further discussion: pensions, housing and cannabis.
The pension debate may be the most starkly held and byzantine of the issues that have defined the West County race, and Hopkins’ supporters point to Paul Gullixson commentaries in the Press Democrat that have highlighted how legacy pensions are crushing the county’s books. The local paper of record has endorsed Hopkins, who herself says flat out of her opponent, “I think there is a pension problem and [Evans] does not,” as she highlights a nearly $1 billion in unfunded liabilities held by Sonoma County in a pension system that she says is not delivering on its promise. “The system is predicated on a [return on investment] of 7.25 percent that is not attainable,” Hopkins says as she adds that it is “a huge issue that threatens local social services” and handicaps the county’s ability to, for example, enact living wage legislation. Evans has the support of the Service Employees International Union, which has been battling with the county over wage-equity issues for the past couple of years. Hopkins’ supporters have emphasized that she brings a head full of new ideas to the table; detractors, including Evans, question the wisdom of some of her proposals, including her pension fix proposal. Evans notes that she has waded through the pension-reform debate for years and explains that wthere are two different mechanisms through which pension are paid: Very briefly: one is the legacy system for county workers; the other was implemented through state reforms that created a second tier that significantly cut benefits for new union employees. Hopkins’ new pension tier is designed to spread the investment risk—a hybrid between a public employee retirement account (401c3) and a pension.
Housing Some of the differences between the candidates appear to be based on a localized version of the national outbreak of bias confirmation that this nation has been enduring at the national level. Sonoma County and Santa Rosa officials are pushing for an emphasis inclusionary zoning to promote affordable housing. That means requiring developers to build a mix of affordable and market-rate housing in new developments. Evans embraces that approach and she has also supported local efforts at rent control. Her critics have noted that Hopkins was late to support Santa Rosa’s rent-control measures. But Hopkins argues that that inclusionary zoning doesn’t go far enough. She and Evans support high-density, citycentered growth, but Hopkins points out that current funding models (i.e. inclusionary zoning) are inadequate to the crisis—and that “outside the box” solutions need to be embraced, including building tent cities and tiny-home communities. The whisper-campaign knock on
Hopkins is that in pursuit of those out-of-box solutions, the county’s unique urban-growth boundaries and community separators might be in play, given the insistence among some Evans supporters that Hopkins is the candidate of the so-called one percent. Hopkins brushes aside the critique and says she supports urban-growth boundaries. For her part, Evans is in favor of tiny homes, too. But in Sonoma County, any talk of rezoning agricultural land to accommodate workforce or affordable housing is going to be contentious and Evans says there’s a way to embrace tiny-home communities without opening the floodgates to the rampages of development upsetting the rural character of the area. “That always been the caveat—if we do it right.”
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The Sonoma County Gazette offered a handy candidates’ guide not long ago that featured editorial contributions from Evans and Hopkins about their view of Proposition 64, which would legalize recreational cannabis use statewide. Hopkins was an unequivocal supporter in her statement whereas Evans didn’t come out and say whether she supported 64 or not— only what she’d do in the event it passed insofar as leveraging economic opportunities and regulating at the county level. “I addressed it that way because I am conflicted,” Evans says. “It’s a flawed initiative,” she adds but does note that even so, “I’ll probably vote for it and I expect it to pass.” Evans adds that cannabis policy is an area “where experience really matters,” as she notes that it’s an entirely new industry with no set path on “how to make it work, how to tax it appropriately and use those taxes.” She cites her long history in writing regulations and experience with law enforcement and land-use planning issues to back her pitch as the county’s top pot official. As an organic farmer, Hopkins says she is aware of the opportunities of a new cannabis economy and highlights her concern for small growers and medical users and how they might fare in a corporatized cannabis economy. “I’m ) 10
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The problem, says Evans, is that such hybrids are currently “illegal under California law. It’s not only disallowed under California law but it would cost the county a lot more to administer.” The issue is playing out in state court through a lawsuit in Marin County that seeks to overturn the so-called “California rule” that says municipalities can’t change the rules on pensions once they have been vested. Hopkins is adamant about unaddressed abuses she says have gone on at the county—and which Evans has supported, she says— noting an especially high-profile pension of former county auditor Rod Dole who, by the time he had cashed in all his accrued sick time and paid vacation, was earning more as a retiree than he did as a county employee. Evans says that Dole’s case isn’t enough to upend the county pension system with a new tier. “There just aren’t enough Rod Dole’s in the system to solve the problem as she has defined it,” Evans says.
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But Hopkins brushes back charges that she’s a vulnerable neophyte who doesn’t know what she’s gotten herself into by lining up with the Sonoma County power brokers. “I come from outside the political system,” she says during a meeting at the Sebastopol campaign headquarters. “I don’t have longterm political-type relationships.” Hopkins says she does have some good local political connections, but that she plans to push back against the Sonoma “politerati” as she calls it, through the ruthless pursuit of transparency. “No meetings behind closed doors. I want to spend my time outside of the county administration and outside of the usual political social circles.” Organic farmer Shepherd Bliss is supporting Evans in this race but is on hugging terms with both candidates and says “I don’t think Lynda fully understood what she was getting into, which is why I don’t approve of some of the attacks on her.” Evans recently released a video where she rattles off the “bullshit” charges coming from Evans in a field dotted with cow plop. She calls out, for example, an Evans claim that Hopkins moved to the 5th in order to run for office—even as Evans moved from east Santa Rosa to Sebastopol to qualify as a candidate in this race. Hopkins says the video is in the spirit of Jon Stewart but Evans doesn’t see the humor in the agitplop effort. She calls it “raunchy” and says that Hopkins has “publicly implied that I am corrupt on three occasions. She called me a liar. It is hard to know how to respond to that kind of negativity, especially when she is producing a video like that and saying I’m negative.” Still, as Bliss says, “they are both likable for a different set of reasons.” Foppiano says the nasty tone of the race is tracking with “the pattern throughout the country. This seems to be more polarized or divided and it’s not along liberal or conservative or Democrat or Republican lines. Not to simplify, but it seems to be more about the one-percent versus everyone else. If you plopped this race down in the middle of Ohio somewhere, there’s not much of a difference between them. All the same, the lines have been drawn.”
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’m a fan of Peter Lowell’s restaurant and when I learned owners Lowell Sheldon and Natalie Goble were opening a more casual fish taco and burger spot in the old Foster’s Freeze across town I couldn’t wait.
The concept is “coastal California”—ceviche, fish tacos, cioppino, oysters, farm fresh salads, and artfully prepared burgers all washed down with exceptionally good beer and wine.
Handline is easily the best looking restaurant in the West County. The idea was to echo the mid-century aesthetic of Foster’s Freeze and they’ve done that but much more. Inside the ceilings are high and light pours in. The roofline and street sign are reminiscent of the old burger joint. The wave-like wood patterns on the walls, the big, sliding rice paper-like panels and the beautiful outdoor patio with long, high-style picnic tables add a Japan-meetsCalifornia indoor-outdoor feel. One of the most distinctive
features of the restaurant is the fencing—heavy gauge wire frames filled with asphalt removed from the site. The monolithic structures serve as a sound and visual barrier to the busy Gravenstein Highway and are a tangible example of the owners’ commitment to reuse and recycle. I ate my way through a good portion of the menu and everything I tried was good, some great. I love fish tacos and am a stickler for technique, having eaten many a taco in San Felipe and Ensenada. Handline’s were
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Bella Vineyards (WC)
Specializing in Zinfandel, Bella Vineyards farms three vineyards in Sonoma County: Big River Ranch in Alexander Valley, and the Lily Hill Estate and Belle Canyon in Dry Creek Valley. 9711 W. Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg. Open daily, 11am– 4:30pm. 866.572.3552.
David Coffaro Vineyards Coffaro
specializes in unique red blends and Zinfandels. Coffaro keeps an online diary of his daily winemaking activities (www.coffaro.com/diary. html). 7485 Dry Creek Road, Geyserville. Appointment only. 707.433.9715.
Davis Family Vineyards Friendly, funky
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barrel-room bar readily located by wacky recycled sculpture. Handcrafted estate wines, apple brandy to lift the spirits– but the zesty Sauvignon Blanc is from down under. 52 Front St., Healdsburg. Open Thursday–Sunday, 11am–5pm. 707.433.3858.
Dutton-Goldfield Winery Spacious, clean and
5700 Gravenstein Hwy N. Forestville 707.887.3344 • RussianRiverVineyards.com
bright, otherwise not much to recommend it–except a stellar lineup of finely crafted, fruit-forward wines. 3100 Gravenstein Hwy. N., Sebastopol. 10am–4:30pm
daily. $10 tasting fee. 707.827.3600.
Gundlach Bundschu Winery (WC) A fun, casual
winery with enjoyable wines. Lots of music events on the grounds in the summer. 2000 Denmark St., Sonoma. Open daily, 11am–5:30pm, June to mid-Oct.; 11am–4:30, mid-Oct. to May . 707.938.5277.
Littorai Wines The future of integrated, sustainable wine farms may be glimpsed through a window darkly, while Sonoma Coast Pinot and Chard are brilliant in the glass. Tour and tasting by appointment. In west Sebastopol, 707.823.9586. Longboard Vineyards If serious surfers are said to anticipate an approaching wave with focused contemplation, then it only follows that they’d pursue winemaking with corresponding studiousness. That’s the case at Longboard. 5 Fitch St., Healdsburg. Open Thursday–Saturday, 11am– 7pm; Sunday, 11am–5pm. 707.433.3473.
Lynmar Winery Produces
world-class Pinot and Chard in elegant rural setting. Look for fun food pairings. 3909 Frei Road, Sebastopol. Open daily, 10am–5pm. 707.829.3374.
Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs (WC)
Paul Draper is one of the top five winemakers nationwide. The wines are fabulous and tend to inspire devotion in drinkers. The tasting room is an environmentally conscious structure. 650 Lytton Springs Road, Healdsburg. Open daily, 11am–4pm. 707.433.7721.
NAPA COUNTY Artesa Winery Yet
another treeless hilltop in the windswept Carneros turns out to be a striking, temple-like visitor center, with fantastic views. Spanish varietals Tempranillo and Albariño;
Pinot, too. 1345 Henry Road, Napa. 10am to 5pm daily, $10– $15 fee. Chocolate, cheese and food pairings by appointment. 707.224.1668.
Chateau Montelena The
winery triumphed at the 1976 “Judgment of Paris” tasting where French judges, quelle horreur, found that they had awarded top honors to a California contender. Lovely, recently renovated grounds. 1429 Tubbs Lane, Calistoga. Open daily, 9:30am–4pm. 707.942.5105.
Frog’s Leap Winery
A good story is nearly as important as good wine; Frog’s Leap does a neat job on both. As you wind through the vineyard, the frog pond and the rustic 1884 winery, your tour guide finds bottles along the way, like Easter eggs. Dry-farming, who knew, can produce a beverage more thirst-quenching than water. 8815 Conn Creek Road, Rutherford. Daily, 10am–4pm. Tastings, $20; tours Monday– Friday, $20. 707.963.4704.
Hagafen Cellars There
shall be no wine before it’s certified kosher. Wide variety of varietal wines, the go-to choice for many a White House state dinner. 4160 Silverado Trail, Napa. Open daily, 10am to 5pm (yes, they’re open Christmas). $5–$15. 707.252.0781.
St. Supéry St. Supéry’s
founding Skalli family sold its Napa Valley holdings to Chanel Inc., but the winery remains one of the region’s most distinctive. The sustainabilityminded winery offers nearly a dozen specialized tours and tasting experiences of their critically acclaimed, estate-grown wines. Be sure not to miss the upstairs art gallery. 8440 St. Helena Hwy., Rutherford. Open daily, 10am– 5pm. 800.942.0809.
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars (WC) Their three
estate-grown Cabs are among the most highly regarded in the world. 5766 Silverado Trail, Napa. By appointment. 707.944.2020.
Nosing around local Cabernets BY JAMES KNIGHT
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har. Tar. Cigar. Graphite, pencil shavings and pipe tobacco. Isn’t it strange that while Cabernet Sauvignon is America’s favorite red wine, many of the varietal’s signature aromatics are probably not on top of most wine drinkers’ “love it!” lists? Or at least, as with pipe tobacco, are declining in favor.
Syrah, at least, sometimes smells like “animal fur” even when it’s really good, so why can’t a nation that smooches with schnauzers get with that great grape? Cab has more cachet is why, so let’s find out how some of Cabernet Sauvignon’s typical aromas and flavors play out in a lineup of recent North Coast vintages. Hess Select 2014 North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon ($19) The “green pepper” characteristic that Cab sometimes shares with Sauvignon Blanc is easier to understand when you know that Savvy is a parent of Cab. Curiously, the black currant flavor, which is the most typical analog to the varietal’s fruit and jam flavors, isn’t familiar to most Americans. After some searching I found one French brand of black currant jelly on a bottom shelf at Oliver’s Market and, sure enough, it’s got a sweet aroma similar to blackberry, but is more savory and earthy—just like Cab. This wine sweetens up to a more minty note, finishing on a firm note of iron. Educated Guess 2014 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($25) Cedar is nice, but it can’t just be the oak barrels that contribute this typical Cabernet aroma—after all, they’re oak, not cedar. But the char is all heavily toasted oak. Think barbecue—the stubborn meaty bits of char you’ve got to scrape off the grill. This wine coats the tongue with raspberry fruit-wrapped tannins, finishing on the hot side. Jordan 2012 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($55) True to house style, this is unforthcoming at first, showing only hints of gravel dust, and maybe a little sweet raspberry-flavored pipe tobacco—or “vape” flavor. But the Jordan’s shyness does not mean lack of substance—it finishes with a lingering hint of sweet raspberry fruit and spice, instead of austere bitterness. I recently had the 2013 Cabernet with roast chicken at one of Jordan’s harvest lunches, and it was a better pairing than the Chardonnay—go figure. Charles Krug 2013 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($30) Bacon, green olive and cassis? Now we’re getting into something more…savory. The notes of bacon may come from oak barrels more refined in their toasting, while the savory, green olive notes are an elaboration on the green pepper trend. This wine has a silky body and intense flavors of red berries and cassis—the liqueur version of black currant. Pretty good price for the neighborhood. As for pencil lead, better luck next time.
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DEAD Scary new fiction from local authors
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he days grow short and the nights colder, longer. October, Halloween and the Day of the Dead are upon us. For our annual Fall Literature issue, we present two morbid, but very much alive excerpts from the just released Eternal Frankenstein, a collection of 16 stories published by Petaluma’s Word Horde, publisher of horror and fantasy books. The stories use the enduring legacy and power of Mary Shelley’s nearly 200-year-old novel Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus as a point of literary departure.
ARISE! This illustration by Theodor von Holst adorned the 1831 reprint of ‘Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus’.
“Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is many things,” writes editor Ross E. Lockhart in the book’s introduction. “A first novel. A philosophical work. The origin of science fiction. It is a reaction to volcanic dust obscuring the sun, and the apocalyptic skies that distinguished the year without a summer. It is a novel marked by the loss of a child, and the desire to write something more enduring than the poetry of Lord Byron and Percy Shelley. It is a story of technology and magic and the desire to challenge god’s and nature’s laws. It is a tale of dreamlike geographies, shifting topographies and finding one’s place in the universe.… Frankenstein, like its monster, its creature, its wretch, has taken on a life of its own. It reflects us. It defines us. It shows us what it means to be human.” In these pages, we offer an excerpt from David Templeton’s novella-length “Mary Shelley’s Body,” which reveals how Shelley’s life overlapped with that of the creature she created, and a section from Amber-Rose Reed’s short story “Torso, Head, Heart,” the backstory to each of the creature’s various body parts. Enjoy. — Stett Holbrook
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THE CREATOR Mary Shelley ‘Frankenstein’ can be read as science fiction,
Romantic literature and as a cautionary tale.
MARY SHELLEY’S BODY I cannot breathe. O! God! I cannot breathe! There is thunder in my lungs, a whirlwind in my throat, bolts of lighting stabbing at my heart, shredding my flesh, shredding my soul like paper. I feel as thin as paper. I am burning! I try to breathe, but all I sense in my chest are those buzzing arcs of light, spreading out like veins of fire through my skin. And still I cannot breathe. I wonder . . . should I stop trying? I stop. There is a faint faraway exhalation, as if from behind a dark wet door. I let myself hear it, the sound of it, evaporating. It is an empty sound, as shallow and void as my body, my poor, sick, wrecked, half-paralyzed, once desirable, once fearless, once unstoppable body. Ah, I begin to understand.
As suddenly and certainly as those flashes of light I still see somewhere beyond what used to be my eyes, I see the truth now. I no longer need to breathe. I am done with breathing. I am dead. Well great God, that took long enough! The doctors are no doubt relieved to be rid of me, the crazy lady from London, wasting away with no obvious cause. For months, for years, there has been only a sense that something was wrong in the spongy muscle of my brain, something vital added or taken away. And, now my life, my little life, is over. My hapless heart, so long deluged in bitterness, is finally still. I feel so much better now. My head no longer hurts, for one thing. And that terrible burning smell, like wet feathers set )
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the living dead ( 15 ablaze, that is gone too. How long has it been since it all began, the smell, the headaches, the fainting spells, then the failure of half my body to obey the simplest task? No matter. I am free of it now. Free of my body. Free of my life. This then, I surmise, is my grave? This slab of cold carved stone I sense before me, after years of loneliness, is my lonely gray tomb? I cannot see, but I do perceive shapes and structures all around. I cannot feel, but I detect words here, carved into the rock slab before which I stand. How am I standing? My body, what is left of it, lies there in the grave. Yet here I am. Standing. Kneeling, even. Speaking, if speaking this is. Had I fingers with which to feel I would caress these carved words, trace out their meaning with my fingertips—and yet, somehow I can. Somehow I do. I can read the meaning of these etched lines. Here lies Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. Yes. That was I. Mary. A wife. A mother. An author. Daughter of William and Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin. Those were my parents, yes . . . though he too much so, and she—dead almost upon looking at me—only my mother in that she conceived me, bore me, and birthed me. And still, in so many ways, Mary Wollstonecraft—the writer, the radical, beloved and despised by so many—gave me more with her life and words than my father, with his calm and silent disapproval, ever gave me with his. The next line. Widow of the late Percy Bysshe Shelley. Shelley. O, Shelley. My husband, my love, my savior, my only one! I have no beating heart to ache with, no sense to feel with. How then does your name still stir me so? Almost thirty years have passed since you died, your soul set free beneath the waters of
HERE LIES MARY Nearly 200 years after she published ‘Frankenstein,’ Mary Shelley’s novel continues to thrill readers and
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the Gulf of Spezia, your drowned body—with its speaking eyes and face unlike any other who ever walked Earth—burned to gray ashes on the shore. Since that day, O my love, I have missed you so, with only your memory to comfort me these many years. That, and the singular divinity of your poems. And, oh yes! I have had your heart. It’s still in my desk. Your friend Trelawney snatched it, charred and purple, from your funeral pyre. Your heart, dried and flattened, sits in my desk still, tucked way beneath my papers along with a lock of hair, one from each of our three dead children. I wonder who will discover them, there in the drawer? I suspect it will be our daughter-in-law, Jane. It will give her a bit of a shock, that. A final line. Born August 30, 1797. Died
February 1, 1851. Odd. I feel as if I have only just died, but I am already buried. That was quickly done. I suspect it was Jane’s doing. Ever since she married my dear Percy Florence, that daughter-in-law of mine— whom I have loved with as much of my own heart as was left to love with—has proven nothing if not punctual. But then of course, she has had years to plan. I have been dying for such a very long time. And now I am dead. I must be, for there is my name on this tomb. Shelley used to joke that if I died before he, he would see to it that my marker proclaimed, “Here lies the body of Anonymous!” It was a joke, but it came with a sting. Anonymous was the word under which my first novel was published. Afterwards followed years of ungenerous assumptions that
another must have been the true author of my story, that I was not capable of it. Visitors to our house, when engaged in conversation with Shelley, oft interpreted my watchful silence as dullness, and whispered rumors that my husband likely wrote more of my prose than I. Shelley defended me. After that I saw to it that all of my subsequent works were published—if not always under my true name—then at least under a title which made my authorship clear. For the rest of my days, all my published writing proclaimed, “By the author of Frankenstein.” Frankenstein. My first great success, born of happier days, too briefly tasted. Frankenstein. My triumph . . . my curse . . . my hideous progeny. — Excerpted from ‘Mary Shelley’s Body’ by David Templeton
released its collection of ‘Frankestein’inspired stories this month.
TORSO, HEAD, HEART Left Arm, Right Arm Your left arm blocks the swing; your right arm takes a swing of its own. Your knuckles crack against someone else’s nose. When you pull back your fist, you wiggle your fingers. Old Josef takes it as a slight and lets out a growl. He’s like a mutt going for a bone. He charges again and you sidestep the cur. You didn’t start this fight, but he has a face fit for slapping and you’ve got fists made for hitting. He comes again. The tavern crowd around you buzzes and spits. The barmaid’s calling for someone to stop the brawling. You draw back your arm, ready to deliver a punch. It’ll be the last one you have to release
— Excerpted from ‘Torso, Head, Heart’ by Amber-Rose Reed
ETERNAL FRANKENSTEIN EVENTS On Thursday, Oct. 27, David Templeton will read from “Mary Shelley’s Body” as part of the 4th annual Mystery Writers in the Mausoleum event, in which several scary stories, classic and original, will be read aloud by candlelight in the 100-year-old mausoleum at Santa Rosa Memorial Park, 1900 Franklin Ave., at 7 p.m. The event is free. On Friday, Oct. 28, Copperfield’s in Petaluma (140 Kentucky St.) holds an Eternal Frankenstein release party hosted by editorpublisher Ross Lockhart with readings and discussion from several of the book’s authors. The event is free and begins at 7pm.
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tonight; sure thing, that. Something crunches against the back of your head. Your vision goes black. You don’t feel any pain. Torso Your hammer hasn’t met the anvil yet when you hear the screaming. Women, mostly, and you pass the hammer to your apprentice and head out to the street to see what’s causing the noise. Down the way, a cart’s toppled over. You hear the screams as words as you get closer; there is a boy there, and the cart is crushing him. The muck in the streets sucks at your feet as you rush over. You don’t trip. The crowd parts as you approach. There is none strong enough to help, save you. The wood is splintered, but you find a grip. All you can see of the boy are his small child’s feet, shod in tattered shoes, and his legs, bare to the knee. The muscles in your chest pull and twinge and you feel as though all of your upper self is on fire. But the cart gives way from the mud with a sucking sound, and as the boy slides from beneath the toppled vehicle, your eyes meet his. He has a strong gaze, blue eyes meeting yours. You let go the cart, and mud squelches beneath it. You straighten and take deep breaths, waiting for the feeling of fire to leave your chest. But it doesn’t. You clutch your right hand over your heart. It feels, suddenly, like you are the one being crushed.
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The winner of the 2014 Sundance Film Festival Audience Award for U.S. Documentary, Alive Inside is an inspiring and revelatory look at those working in the healthcare system who eschew the normal bureaucracy and help their patients through music therapy. The film focuses on Dan Cohen, founder of the nonprofit organization Music & Memory, and follows those who have benefitted from music’s healing power. Hosted by local music makers Sonoma Bach, the film helps raise funds for the choral group with a wine reception and screening on Thursday, Oct. 13, at Summerfield Cinemas, 551 Summerfield Rd., Santa Rosa. 6:15pm. $20–$25. 707.528.4222.
Born in Australia as Ry Cumming, songwriter and vocalist Ry X mixes surf culture sounds and postmodern pop structures on his 2016 album, “Dawn.” Now living in Los Angeles, Ry X first caught the collective consciousness with his band The Acid in 2014 and has already tracked well in France, Germany and the U.K. Now on a world tour in support of “Dawn,” Ry X performs an intimate show in the historic Redwood Barn located among the vines at Gun Bun winery, where hot indie stars regularly commune. Ry X plays on Friday, Oct. 14, at Gundlach Bundschu Winery, 2000 Denmark St., Sonoma. 8pm. $28. 707.938.5277.
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Spiritual Songsmith Guitarist and songwriter Trevor Hall has had an interesting journey. Born and raised in South Carolina, he learned the traditions of blues as a child. Then, he moved to Los Angeles and studied classical guitar. There he discovered yoga and Eastern spiritualism, all of which informs his output of acoustic rock, reggae and soul music. This week, the young star hits up the North Bay with a show as part of the Mill Valley Film Festival on Thursday, Oct., 13, at Sweetwater Music Hall, (19 Corte Madera Ave., Mill Valley, 8pm. $25–$30. 415.388.1100) and appears for an anniversary party on Friday, Oct. 14, at Ca’ Momi Osteria, (1141 First St., Napa. 10pm. Free. 707.224.6664).
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Water World The stunning black-and-white photographs from Wayne Levin look like they’re from another world, and in a way, they are. Since the 1970s, Levin has documented underwater scenes with grace and illuminating skill. Levin’s latest collection of images is on display in his new solo exhibit, “Through a Liquid Mirror,” which both celebrates the ocean worlds surrounding his adopted home of Hawaii and also warns against humanity’s increasingly disruptive influence on life below the waves. The show offers an opening reception on Saturday, Oct. 15, at Mumm Napa Winery, 8445 Silverado Trail, Rutherford. 6:30pm. Free, RSVP required. 800.686.6272.
—Charlie Swanson
YUK IT UP Veteran standup comedian Dan St. Paul hits the stage at Trek Winery in Novato on Thursday, Oct. 13, and at 19 Broadway in Fairfax on Tuesday, Oct. 18. See Comedy, p27.
YOU MAKE ME LAUGH Improv comedians from the Upright Citizens Brigade bare their wit in Sonoma Oct. 20–23.
Comedy Binge Sonoma Laughfest brings the funny home BY CHARLIE SWANSON
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t’s safe to say that with everything swirling around in 2016, we all need a good laugh. Thankfully, we don’t have to go far to get one.
Over 100 of today’s best comedians are descending upon Sonoma County this month for the second annual Sonoma Laughfest, a four-day event packed to the funny bone with standup, sketch and improvised shows, running Oct. 20–23 at the Sonoma Community Center.
Formed last year by actressproducer Brooke Tansley and actress-writer Kristen Rozanski, the event features many performers from the acclaimed comedy collective—originally co-founded by “SNL” and “Parks & Recreation” star Amy Poehler—known as the Upright Citizens Brigade. Today, UCB is a live comedy institution in New York City and Los Angeles that acts as a master class environment and performance space for comedians to let loose with hilarious results. In the last decade, entertainment
executives have also discovered UCB, and many performers with the collective now work on shows and films as actors and writers. Tansley first met Rozanski while performing on a sketch team at the UCB Theater in L.A. In 2011, Tansley came to Sonoma County as a performer with Transcendence Theatre Company. By 2013, she knew she was home. “I did an eight mile hike in Jack London State Park, and I just felt that I was going to stay,” she says. “And about six hours later, I met my husband.” Wanting to transport her love
of improv and sketch comedy to her new surroundings, Tansley says Sonoma Laughfest came about because “I wanted to keep doing what I love to do, and this is something I can give to the community.” Teaming with Rozanski, who still lives in L.A., Tansley last year invited colleagues from the UCB Theater and comedians from around the country to make the trek to Sonoma County for a massive weekend of shows. That inaugural event was a wellreceived success. “The performers all were really astounded by how sweet the audiences are here,” says Tansley. “They really felt they were able to reconnect with why they got into comedy to begin with.” This year, Sonoma Laughfest’s lineup is even more diverse. While the roster is too big to list by name, the performers who will take the stage with spontaneous surprises boast résumés that include hit TV shows like “Modern Family,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Comedy Bang! Bang!” and “Key and Peele.” The festival’s schedule features 14 different shows, all about an hour long and available multipass tickets let you binge-watch the fun like Netflix. For Tansley, it couldn’t have come at a better time. With all the divisive political rhetoric in the air, she says now is an important time to laugh. “I Googled ‘election stress disorder’ and it’s a thing,” she says. “For our health and sanity, we need to laugh and heal a bit, and do it together. We need to embrace the power of the collective consciousness, united in laughter.” Sonoma Laughfest busts a gut Thursday to Sunday, Oct 20–23, at Sonoma Community Center, 276 E Napa St, Sonoma. Single show tickets, $14–$16; multi-pass tickets, $39–$133.
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magine a cross between Waiting for Guffman and Night of the Living Dead,” says director Nick Sholley. “Well, that’s Zombietown.” Opening this weekend at Santa Rosa’s Left Edge Theater, Tim Bauer’s 2009 comedy is a clever blend of horror movie spoof and social-theatrical satire. If that sounds like a strange mix, it is, and that’s the point. While the play definitely does describe what happens when a small Texas town is invaded by a horde of ravenous, brain-chomping undead, Zombietown is primarily focused on an even more desperate and voracious breed of creature. Actors.
'Zombietown’ runs Friday–Sunday, October 14–30 at Left Edge Theater. 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa. Friday-Saturday at 8pm. 2pm matinees on Sunday. $15-$27. 707.546.3600.
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“Trust me, actors can be pretty scary,” says Sholley. Following a messy zombie attack on the small town of Harwood, the plucky townsfolk consider themselves extremely fortunate, and ready for anything else that might happen—anything but a troop of actors from San Francisco. Eager to interview the shellshocked survivors and create a piece of “documentary theater” about the recent zombie uprising, five members from the Catharsis Collective have come to town to collect the residents’ true stories and turn it into a play. Now, the company is ready to present that play to the people of Harwood, confident it will help the town recover from its trauma through what they call “the transformative healing power of theater.” “We’re making fun of some of the more extravagant tropes of the whole ‘documentary theater’ art form,” Sholley says. “When characters take themselves too seriously, they do become laughable. We’ve been working toward a balance between that, while adding a bit of lampooning.” The play features Ron Severdia, Rose Roberts, A.J. Reilly, John Browning, and Anthony Martinez, and—befitting a show launched just before Halloween—is crammed with haunted house special effects by local haunt-master Doug Faxon, and some supremely spooky lighting design by April George. “We have some very cool things planned, though I don’t want to spoil anything for the audience,” Sholley hints, “because I want them to be as surprised as we all were.” With Left Edge’s comic flesheaters unleashing the same weekend as Spreckels’ much-anticipated Titanic: The Musical and Main Stage West’s lyrical Dancing at Lughnasa, Sholley says that all the competition is anything but scary. “Who knows, maybe our play will make people as hungry for theater as zombies are for brains,” he says. “Once you’ve had one, you just can’t get enough!”
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to one of our shows and see us staring at our feet,’ says Josh Peyton, center.
Big and Bad
Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band aims to move your feet BY L. KENT WOLGAMOTT
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he Reverend Josh Peyton learned a long time ago that there’s more to music than playing an instrument and writing songs.
“When I was a kid, I’d go to see shows and I started to figure some things out,” he said in a recent phone interview. “I realized early on to be good, you’ve got to be good on your instrument, you’ve got to be good at writing songs and you have to put on a show.” That’s why the Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band brings not only its solid country blues songs, but also delivers a dynamic, high-energy and entertaining show each time it hits the stage. When they hit the stage, Peyton, his washboard-playing wife Breezy
and drummer Ben “Bird Dog” Russell aim at getting the audience moving rather than just standing and staring. “You will never come to one of our shows and see us staring at our feet, acting like the audience isn’t there or we don’t care,” Peyton said. “When I see a band doing that, it makes me mad. I literally get mad. I get angry. That’s not at all what it’s about.” Of course, good music doesn’t hurt, and the current release, So Delicious, is the band’s eighth fulllength release and its first under a new deal with Yazoo Records. It’s the group’s best effort yet and the first album that captures what the trio, which formed in 2003 in the Indianapolis, Indiana, area, sounds like live. “Our early records were like field recordings,” Peyton said “We’d throw up mics and play live. It actually takes more effort to make it feel live than just throwing up mics. Over the years, we’ve learned that.” Among the most notable songs on the record are the charming down-home-in-the-kitchen ramble “Pot Roast and Kisses” — “If you can listen to that song and not at least smile, maybe you and I are so far apart we should see other people,” Peyton said — and the country blues march “Raise a Little Hell” on which the band is joined by a children’s choir. There’s no kid’s choir on the road with the Big Damn Band. But Peyton is confident that the band will connect with audiences on multiple levels, just as it does on the record. “The kind of stuff I like to go see, it really makes you feel something,” Peyton said. “There’s music for your head, for your heart and there’s music for your gut, too. I want to do it so it’s all of those, so you really feel something. I think the best stuff is that way.” Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band plays the Mystic Theater Oct. 20–21 Petaluma Blvd North, Petaluma. 707.765.2121. $17.
Concerts SONOMA Alejandro Escovedo
Pioneering punk rock songwriter appears in a special matinee performance. Oct 15, 5pm. $20. Mystic Theatre, 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, 707.765.2121.
Ry X
Australian singer-songwriter plays the historic Redwood Barn at Gun Bun as part of a world tour in support of his debut album, “Dawn.” Oct 14, 8pm. $28. Gundlach Bundschu Winery, 2000 Denmark St, Sonoma, 707.938.5277.
Zion I
Longrunning Oakland hiphop duo takes the stage with support by NorBay Award winner Pure Powers, Lafa Taylor and Trevor Kelly. Oct 13, 9:30pm. $25. HopMonk Sebastopol, 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol, 707.829.7300.
MARIN Frequency 49
San Francisco Bay Area-based wind and piano chamber ensemble performs works which are inspired by the American landscape. Oct 16, 4pm. $15-$20. Old St Hilary’s Landmark, 201 Esperanza, Tiburon, landmarkssociety.com.
The Great Mill Valley Gospel Show
Grammy Award winner Narada Michael Walden leads a celebratory concert that wraps up Mill Valley Film Festival’s music series and benefits the California Film Institute’s education program. Oct 15, 8:30pm. $75. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.1100.
Marin Music Festival
Inaugural event showcases Marin talent with Flanelhed, Jerry Hanan Band, Ed Earley Band, Buckaroo Bonet Band and Johnny Allair and the Torpedos Oct 15, 10am. Free. Marin Rod and Gun Club, 2675 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, sresproductions.com.
NAPA Alto Reed
Grammy winning saxman of
Tues, 12pm, Jerry Green’s Peaceful Piano Hour. 6761 Sebastopol Ave, Sebastopol, 707.829.6600.
Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band plays with his new Legacy Band, which includes Leah Tysee, Volker Strifler and Don Bassey. Oct 15, 8pm. $35$55. Uptown Theatre, 1350 Third St, Napa, 707.259.0123.
Corkscrew Wine Bar
LolliPOPS Concert Series
Oct 13, 6pm, Chris Ahlman. 1301 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.280.4658.
A fun and engaging way to introduce young children to the exciting world of symphonic and chamber music. Oct 16, 11am and 1pm. Free. Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater, 100 California Dr, Yountville, 707.944.9900.
Clubs & Venues SONOMA A’Roma Roasters
Oct 14, Mike Z & the Benders. Oct 15, Blue Radio. 95 Fifth St, Santa Rosa, 707.576.7765.
Aqus Cafe
Oct 12, open jazz jam. Oct 13, Luke Erickson. Oct 14, Tito & the Harmonic Three. Oct 15, Saffell. Oct 16, 2pm, Cabbagehead. Oct 19, West Coast Songwriters Competition. 189 H St, Petaluma, 707.778.6060.
Arlene Francis Center Tues, Open Didgeridoo Clinic. Wed, Open Mic. 99 Sixth St, Santa Rosa, 707.528.3009.
The Big Easy
Oct 12, Wednesday Night Big Band. Oct 13, Blue Radio. Oct 14, Choppin’ Broccoli. Oct 15, Overcrowded Avenue. Oct 16, Trevor McSpadden. Oct 18, Mad Men Trio. Oct 19, Bruce Gordon & the Acrosonics. 128 American Alley, Petaluma, 707.776.4631.
Blue Heron Restaurant & Tavern Oct 18, 6pm, Michael Hantman. 25300 Steelhead Blvd, Duncans Mills, 707.865.2261.
Cellars of Sonoma
Oct 13, Ricky Alan Ray. Oct 14, John Pita. Oct 15, Craig Corona. 133 Fourth St, Santa Rosa, 707.578.1826.
Cinnabar Theater
Oct 16, Zofo Piano Duet. 3333 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, 707.763.8920.
Oct 14, Domestic Harmony. Oct 15, Tito. Oct 18, North Bay Jazz Guitar Collective. 100 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, 707.789.0505.
D’Argenzio Winery
Lunch & Dinner Sat & Sun Brunch
Din n er & A Show
Guitar Virtuoso Oct 14 Freddy Clarke Fri
Second Friday of every month, Tom Shader Trio. 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.543.3737.
& The Resistors 8:30 Sun Oct 16 Kaye Rodden’s
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Ron Thompson
Sometime Tonight Real Folk Music 5:00
Oct 21 The Lowatters Sun
From Low, Dirty Roots to High and Lonesome 8:00 / No Cover
Oct 23 “Elect to Laugh”
with Will Durst Putting the Mock Back in Democracy 7:00
Oct 28 San Geronimo’s Fri
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Oct 14, the Beautiful Questions. 177 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg, 707-473-8652.
Green Music Center
Oct 13, Sonoma State University Faculty Jazz Ensemble. Oct 14, Sonoma State University Symphonic Wind Ensemble. 1801 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.
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Oct 14, Ricky Ray Band. Oct 15, Stax City. 2777 Fourth St, Santa Rosa, 707.545.8530.
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Oct 12, 2pm, Sonoma State University Instrumental Repertory Recital. Oct 16, 3pm, Robert Huw Morgan. 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.
Healdsburg Library
Oct 15, 11am, guitar and flute duo with SR Symphony. 139 Piper St, Healdsburg, 707.433.3772.
HopMonk Sebastopol
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Oct 14, Marshall House Project. Oct 15, Miss Moonshine with Sebastian St James and Snow Angel. Oct 16, the Band of Heathens with Joe Fletcher & the Wrong Reasons. Oct 17, Monday Night Edutainment with DJ Jacques and DJ Guacamole. Tues, open mic night. 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol, 707.829.7300.
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Hotel Healdsburg
Oct 15, Alan Hall Trio with Dan Zemelman and Cliff Hugo. 25 Matheson St, Healdsburg, 707.431.2800. CheCk out the Art exhibit
FRI, OCTOBER 21
Paula Poundstone
TUE, OCTOBER 25
Jethro Tull
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1⁄2 Cup Of SunSHine 8pm/No Cover
Wed, open mic night. 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, 707.772.5478.
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thu oCt 20
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Tony Bennett Special Guest Antonia Bennett
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Whose Live Anyway?
Jamison’s Roaring Donkey
8:30pm/Live Comedy/$10 8:30pm/$10
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Second Friday of every month, Hype It Up with DJ Konnex and DJ Jaclyn JacaLioness. Oct 15, Scar Pink with Derailed Freight Train & the Engineers and King of Dorks. 6957 Sebastopol Ave, Sebastopol, 707.829.2062.
Lagunitas Tap Room
Celtic Thunder
Thu 10/13 • Doors 7pm • $25 ADV / $30 DOS
Trevor Hall (solo) Fri 10/14 • Doors 8pm • $27
MON, NOVEMBER 14
Amos Lee
THU, NOVEMBER 17
The Beach Boys: 50 Years of Good Vibrations DECEMBER 2 - 4
Joy to the World
from Transcendence’s “Broadway Under The Stars”
Alejandro Escovedo Trio with Megan Slankard Sat 10/15 • Doors 7:30pm • $75
The Great Mill Valley Gospel Show with Narada Michael Walden Sun 10/16 • Doors 6pm • $22 ADV / $24 DOS Wild Child - A Live Re-creation of a 1960s Doors Concert Thu 10/20 • Doors 7pm • $14 ADV / $14 DOS
Tasty Face
feat. Eric McFadden, Angelo Moore (Fishbone), & Queen delphine! Halloween Release Party + very special guests with Angelo Moore & The Brand New Step Sun 10/23 • Doors 6pm • $17 ADV / $20 DOS
Lilan Kane & Erin Honeywell with DJ Sef Diggy
Tue 10/25 • Doors 6pm • $17 ADV / $20 DOS Jamaican Reggae Legend Yellowman with SOUL SKA Sun 10/30 & Mon 10/31 • 7pm $28 ADV / $32 DOS
New Orleans' Dumpstaphunk Halloween Party
707.546.3600 lutherburbankcenter.org
www.sweetwatermusichall.com 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley Café 388-1700 | Box Office 388-3850
919 Fourth St, San Rafael, 415.813.5600.
Rossi’s 1906
Oct 13, college night. Oct 14, Epicenter Sound DJs. Oct 16, Mexican Banda. Oct 18, hip-hop open mic. 842 Fourth St, San Rafael, 415.226.0262.
Wed, Paint Nite at Rossi’s. Thurs, open mic night. Oct 14, Royal Jelly Jive. Oct 15, Aqua Nett. 401 Grove St, Sonoma, 707.343.0044.
Ruth McGowan’s Brewpub
Oct 15, Bruce Halbohm. 131 E First St, Cloverdale, 707.894.9610.
Sebastopol Center for the Arts Oct 15, 7:30pm and , Oct 16, 4pm, “Stranger in Paradise” with California Redwood Chorale. 282 S High St, Sebastopol, 707.829.4797.
Oct 12, Little Jonny and Aki Kumar. Oct 13, Ventucky String Band. Oct 14, Tim Easton. Oct 16, Trevor McSpadden. Oct 19, the Heaters. 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, 707.778.8776.
Spancky’s Bar
Main Street Bistro
Toad in the Hole Pub
Oct 14, Vernelle Anders. Oct 15, Sam Peoples and Lynne Bilig. 16280 Main St, Guerneville, 707.869.0501.
Monroe Dance Hall
Oct 15, 7pm, Mark St. Mary Zydeco Band. 1400 W College Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.529.5450.
Thurs, 7pm, Thursday Night Blues Jam. Thurs, 11pm, DJ Selecta Konnex. 8201 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, 707.664.0169. Sun, live music. 116 Fifth St, Santa Rosa, 707.544.8623.
The Tradewinds Bar
Oct 15, Janie & the Reformers. 8210 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, 707.795.7878.
Twin Oaks Roadhouse
Oct 14, Full Circle. Oct 15, Tommy Thomsen. 464 First St E, Sonoma, 707.935.0660.
Oct 14, the Fabulous BioTones. Oct 15, Ventucky String Band. Oct 17, the Blues Defenders pro jam. 5745 Old Redwood Hwy, Penngrove, 707.795.5118.
Mystic Theatre
Windsor Library
Murphy’s Irish Pub SUN, NOVEMBER 13
Oct 19, Irish set dancing. 8240 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, 707.795.7868.
Oct 12, Marc Broussard with Jenn Grinels and Peter Aristone. Oct 15, Saved by the 90s. 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, 707.765.2121.
Occidental Center for the Arts
Oct 15, Redwood Arts presents the Jasper String Quartet. Oct 16, 5pm, ‘Songs in the Key of AVD’ with Andrea Van Dyke. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct, Occidental, 707.874.9392.
Petaluma Library
Oct 15, 12:30pm, guitar and flute duo with SR Symphony. 9291 Old Redwood Hwy, Windsor, 707.838.1020.
MARIN Belrose Theater
Second Wednesday of every month, Ragtime jam. Thurs, open mic night. 1415 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, 415.454.6422.
Benissimo Ristorante & Bar
Oct 15, 2 and 3:30pm, SR Symphony Percussion Ensemble. 100 Fairgrounds Dr, Petaluma, 707.763.9801.
Thurs, Fri, live music. 18 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, 415.927.2316.
Phoenix Theater
Sun, 11:30am, Songs & Stories with Megan. 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera, 415.927.0960.
Oct 15, Leprous with Earthside and Binary Code. Oct 16, Cattle Decapitation with Mantar and Aberration. 201 Washington St, Petaluma, 707.762.3565.
Redwood Cafe
Oct 13, 1/2 Cup of Sunshine. Oct 15, Rhythm Rangers. Oct 16, 5pm, Gold Coast Jazz Band. Oct 17, Open Mic with DJ Loisaida.
Book Passage
Fenix
Oct 12, the Marinfidels. Oct 14, Norman Connors & the Starship Orchestra. Oct 15, the Overcommitments. Oct 16, 6:30pm, 510JAZZ. Oct 18, the Rivertown Trio. Oct 19, the Bobby Young Project.
George’s Nightclub
Grazie Restaurant
Oct 15, Doug Adamz. 823 Grant Ave, Novato, 415.897.5181.
HopMonk Novato
Oct 14, Pop Fiction. Oct 19, open mic night with Sonic Steps. 224 Vintage Way, Novato, 415.892.6200.
Mt Tamalpais United Methodist Church
Oct 16, 5pm, Mill Valley Chamber Music Society presents Quartetto di Roma. 410 Sycamore Ave, Mill Valley, 415.381.4453.
19 Broadway Club
Mon, open mic. Oct 14, Overcrowded Avenue with Liquid Green. Oct 15, the American Economy with Lorin Rowan’s Deep Blue Jam. Oct 16, 4pm, Erika Alstrom with Dale Alstrom’s Jazz Society. Oct 16, 8pm, Sketches of White. Oct 19, the Matt Kizer Band. 17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax, 415.459.1091.
No Name Bar
Tues, open mic. Oct 12, Grey & SIler. Oct 13, Barnyard Hammer and friends. Oct 14, Michael Aragon Quartet. Oct 15, Lisa Kindred Blues Band. Oct 16, Migrant Pickers and friends. Oct 17, Kimrea & the Dreamdogs. Oct 19, Nothin’ But Fun. 757 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.332.1392.
Osteria Divino
Oct 12, Jonathan Poretz. Oct 13, Dan Zemelman Trio. Oct 14, Walter Earl. Oct 15, Joe Warner Trio. Oct 16, Brian Moran Duo. Oct 18, Gabrielle Cavassa with Keith Saunders. Oct 19, Jay Sanders Trio. 37 Caledonia St, Sausalito, 415.331.9355.
Panama Hotel Restaurant
Oct 12, Paul VornHagen. Oct 13, Wanda Stafford. Oct 18, Swing Fever. Oct 19, Panama Jazz Trio. 4 Bayview St, San Rafael, 415.457.3993.
Peri’s Silver Dollar
Mon, Billy D’s open mic. Oct 12, the New Sneakers. Oct 13, Mark’s Jam Sammich. Oct 14, the Soul Satellites. Oct 15, Tommy Odetto Group. Oct 16, Grateful Sundays. Oct 18, Waldo’s Special. Oct 19, Elvis Johnson’s soul review. 29 Broadway, Fairfax, 415.459.9910.
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Oct 14, Freddy Clarke. Oct 15, Ron Thompson & the Resistors. Oct 16, 5pm, Kaye Rodden’s Sometime Tonight. 1 Old Rancheria Rd, Nicasio, 415.662.2219.
San Rafael Copperfield’s Books
Oct 14, 6pm, Jazz in the Neighborhood. 850 Fourth St, San Rafael, 415.524.2800.
Sausalito Seahorse
Wed, Milonga with Marcelo Puig and Seth Asarnow. Oct 13, Octubre Otono. Oct 14, DJ Jose Ruiz. Oct 15, Firewheel. Oct 16, 5pm, Mazacote. 305 Harbor View Dr, Sausalito, 415.331.2899.
Smiley’s Schooner Saloon
Throckmorton Theatre
Wed, 12pm, noon concert series. Oct 16, 2pm, Melanthium Ensemble. 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.383.9600.
NAPA Beringer Vineyards
Oct 15, 12:30pm, Twang Ditty. Oct 16, 12:30pm, Fu Man Chu. 2000 Main St, St Helena, 866.708.9463.
Billco’s Billiards
Thurs, live music. 1234 Third St, Napa, 707.226.7506.
Spitfire Lounge
Ca’ Momi Osteria
Second Thursday of every month, DJ Romestallion. Second Friday of every month, DJ Beset. 848 B St, San Rafael, 415.454.5551.
Oct 14, Anniversary Party with Trevor Hall. Oct 15, Self Proclaimed Heroes. 1141 First St, Napa, 707.224.6664.
Sweetwater Music Hall
Carpe Diem
Oct 12, Fred Hersch. Oct 13, Trevor Hall. Oct 14, Alejandro Escovedo Trio. Oct 16, Wild Child. Oct 17, open mic night with Austin DeLone. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.1100.
Terrapin Crossroads
Oct 12, Kate Gaffney Band. Oct 13, Free Peoples. Oct 14, Top 40
Oct 14, 9pm, Zak Fennie. 1001 Second St, Napa, 707.224.0800.
Deco Lounge at Capp Heritage Vineyards
Oct 15, Quietly Kept. 1245 First St, Napa, 707.254.1922.
Downtown Joe’s Brewery & Restaurant
Oct 13, Jimmy James. Oct 14, Levi Lloyd & the 501 Blues Band. Oct 15, Al Poncho. Oct 16, DJ
Aurelio. Oct 18, Bay Area Blues Society Caravan of Allstars. 902 Main St, Napa, 707.258.2337.
Molinari Caffe
Thurs, Open Mic. 828 Brown St, Napa, 707.927.3623.
Napa Valley Roasting Company Fri, jammin’ and java with Jeffrey McFarland Johnson. 948 Main St, Napa, 707.224.2233.
RaeSet
Oct 14, Friday Night Blues with GretschKat. Oct 17, Blues in All Keys. Wed, jazz night. 3150 B Jefferson St, Napa, 707.666.9028.
River Terrace Inn
Oct 13, Craig Corona. Oct 14, Nate Lopez. Oct 15, Timothy O’Neil. 1600 Soscol Ave, Napa, 707.320.9000.
Silo’s
Oct 12, David Kelleher. Oct 13, the Smart Fellers. Oct 14, Steve Oliver. Oct 15, the Cripple Creek Band. Oct 16, 6pm, Franc D’Ambrosio. 530 Main St, Napa, 707.251.5833.
Uncorked at Oxbow
Thurs-Sat, live music. 605 First St, Napa, 707.927.5864.
Uptown Theatre
Oct 14, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy with Parlor Social. 1350 Third St, Napa, 707.259.0123.
Uva Trattoria
Oct 13, Three on a Match. Oct 14, the Gentlemen of Jazz. Oct 15, Kickin the Mule. Oct 16, Tom Duarte. Oct 19, Trio Solea. 1040 Clinton St, Napa, 707.255.6646.
fruit labels • 100 dealers & a cafe on 1 level! • a huge place to browse! • toys
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Antique Society
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Open Daily! Cafe on Site! 707.829.1733
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Mon, Epicenter Soundsystem reggaae. Oct 13, DJ Samir Neffati. Oct 14, the Vivants. Oct 15, PSDSP. 41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, 415.868.1311.
Friday. Oct 15, Lauren Barth and Pearl Charles with the Terrapin Allstars. Oct 16, 4:30pm, “Stories & Songs” with Phil Lesh and the Camp Terrapin Family Band. Oct 16, 7:30pm, the Incubators. Oct 17, Phil Lesh and friends celebrate 1994. Oct 18, Stu Allen and friends. Oct 19, the Terrapin Family Band. 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael, 415.524.2773.
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Art Works Downtown “Circling,” Cayen Robertson’s solo exhibit features selections from the last 15 years of her artistic career, as well as her most recent pieces. 5pm. 415.451.8119. Crome Architecture “In Earthed,” recent paintings by Toni Littlejohn. 5pm. 905 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.453.0700.
Oct 15
Adastra Wine & Art Dennis Ziemienski Solo Show,” the Sonoma artist, known for his images of California and the west, displays. 3pm. 5 E Napa St, Sonoma. The Corner Store Collective Life of Quan,” solo show by local artist Gary Paintin. 6pm. 575 Ross St, Santa Rosa. 707.292.9580.
Cornerstone Sonoma “Abstracted Strokes,” Wallace harper’s works are each created with a large Sharpie on paper, showing at Eurasian Interiors. 1pm. 23570 Arnold Dr, Sonoma. 707.933.3010. Glaser Center “Batra Njana’s Cabo Verde,” photo exhibit by photographer Bertha Jean. 1pm. 547 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. 707.568.5381. Mumm Napa “Through a Liquid Mirror,” exhibit features a collection of 38 underwater photographs by Wayne Levin. 6:30pm. 8445 Silverado Trail, Napa. 707.967.7700.
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Redmetal Barn “Mother, Teacher, Painter, Spy,” oneday art show displays the work of Marlyn Agnew. 2pm. 26960 River Rd, Cloverdale.
botanical art and illustration includes local and regional botanical artists. Reception Oct 22 at 5pm. 230 Lakeville St, Petaluma. Thur-Mon, 11 to 5. 707.762.5600.
Sculpturesite Gallery Through Oct 14, “Emil Alzamora: New Works,” New York sculptor explores the human figure in a variety of novel ways. Show includes a video series documenting Alzamora in his studio. 14301 Arnold Dr, Ste 8, Glen Ellen. Thurs-Mon, 10:30am to 5:30pm. 707.933.1300.
University Art Gallery
Through Oct 16, “Wood, Paper, Ink: Contemporary Woodcuts,” features a group of nationally and internationally recognized artists working in the centuriesold technique of woodcut. Sonoma State University, 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park. TuesFri, 11 to 4; Sat-Sun, noon to 4. 707.664.2295.
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Galleries SONOMA COUNTY Alchemia Gallery Through Oct 30, “A Face in the Crowd,” 10 artists are represented in this collection of acrylic and oil portraits inspired by the works of iconic artists. 111 Kentucky St, Petaluma. Mon-Tues, Fri, 10 to 5; Wed-Thurs, Sat, 10 to 4; Sun, 11 to 4. 707.775.3794.
Aqus Cafe Through Nov 1, “Day of the Dead,” seasonal show from local artists offers several takes on Dia de los Muertos. 189 H St, Petaluma. 707.778.6060.
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“The Beat Went On,” paintings by beat era artist and poet Sutter Marin are accompanied by works from other artists of his milieu, including Paul Beattie, Dorr Bothwell, Roy DeForest and others. Reception Oct 22 at 4pm. 456 10th St, Santa Rosa. Tues-Sun, 11 to 5. 707.781.7070.
Fulton Crossing
Through Oct 31, “October Art Show,” featuring several artists opening their studios to the public. Reception, Oct 21 at 5pm. Through Oct 30, “My Secret Garden,” solo show from Santa Rosa artist Lucy Liew displays imaginative landscapes and magical worlds in two parts; “Blossoming” runs through Sept 25 and “Weathered” runs through October. 1200 River Rd, Fulton. Sat-Sun, noon to 5pm 707.536.3305.
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Through Oct 15, “Sonoma County Art Trails Preview Exhibit,” works from over 30 artists participating in the upcoming Art Trails event is previewed. 209 Western Ave, Petaluma. 707.778.8277.
Through Oct 29, “In Your Dreams,” Juried fine art exhibit by Michael Azgour. 1515 Third St, San Rafael. Wed-Sun, noon to 4pm 45.464.9561.
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Thrugh Oct 23, “Emerging Artists of Northern California,” five diverse artists display their multimedia works. 500 Palm Dr., Novato. Wed-Fri 11 to 4; Sat-Sun, 11-to 5. 415.506.0137.
NAPA COUNTY Caldwell Snyder Gallery
Through Oct 15, “What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been,” David Buckingham’s bold, colorful art is part sculpture, part assemblage and made from recrecycled metal. 1328 Main St, St Helena.
Graton Gallery
Through Nov 6, “What You See,” featuring new works by Bruce K Hopkins and others. 9048 Graton Rd, Graton. TuesSat, 10:30 to 6; Sun, 10:30 to 4. 707.829.8912.
Petaluma Arts Center “Floribunda,” Hunt Institute’s international exhibition of
Comedy Dan St. Paul
Standup seen on Comedy Central appears along with Mickey Joseph and Milt Abel Oct 13, 8pm. $20-$25. Trek
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Learn how to write and tell jokes, and prep for the upcoming comedy marathon contest. Tues, 7pm. through Oct 25. $75/$300 full series. Cross & Crown Lutheran Church, 5475 Snyder Ln, Rohnert Park, 414.877.4424.
Will Durst
Political satirist continues with his “Elect to Laugh 2016” tour. Oct 15, 8pm. $20. Raven Theater, 115 North St, Healdsburg, 707.433.3145.
Dance Fairfax Pavilion
Wednesdays. through Nov 30, Dance a la Moxie, fun total body workout for ages 55 and over covers international dance steps throughout time. Free, 415.302.0659. 142 Bolinas Rd, Fairfax.
Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater
Oct 19, 7pm, Thunder From Down Under, Australia’ hottest dancers makes for a perfect ladies night. $45-$65. 100 California Dr, Yountville 707.944.9900.
Events Biketoberfest Marin
Annual bicycle festival, expo and brewfest features live music from Soul Ska and family activities. Oct 15, 11am. Free admission. Fair-Anselm Plaza, 765 Center Boulevard, Fairfax, biketoberfestmarin. com.
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He invented the detective story 40 years before Sherlock Holmes was ever conceived. He wrote the world’s most famous horror poem, The Raven, quoted to death forevermore by literary students and fans of the supernatural. He even contributed to the earliest inventions of gothic science fiction, wrote humorous satire and influenced generations of authors and scholars in all realms of literature. Beyond anything else, Edgar Allan Poe’s name is synonymous with a good scare, and more than 150 years after his death, his works have endured in print and have been adapted to everything from film and radio to Broadway and graphic novels. This weekend, St. Helena’s White Barn is getting into the Halloween season Poe-style with a two-night run of multimedia shows titled Poe-Pourri. Theatrical readings will bring Poe’s classic ghost stories to life and short films will raise hairs on backs of necks. There will even be a shadow play, a popular form of spooky entertainment from Poe’s day, before electricity lit cities through the dark, dark night. Poe-Pourri presents a potable portion of perturbing productions on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 14 and 15, at the White Barn, 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave., St Helena. 8pm. $30. Not recommended for children under 12. 707.987.8225. —Charlie Swanson
Blind Scream Haunted House Three terrifying hauntedhouse experiences under one roof get you in the mood for Halloween. Through Oct 31. SOMO Village Event Center, 1100 Valley House Dr, Rohnert Park, blindscream.com.
Floating Pumpkin Patch A patch in pool gives a twist to the autumnal tradition, with plenty of family activities to boot.
Oct 15, 1:30pm. $10. Ridgeway Swim Center, 455 Ridgway Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.543.3421.
Fort Ross-Seaview Harvest Festival Fourth annual event features world class winetasting, delicious local foods, music and more. Oct 15, 10am. $20 and up. Fort Ross State
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MALT Day at the Pumpkin Patch Pick an organic pumpkin, tasted local cider, beer and treats, and let the kids go crazy with crafts. Oct 16, 10am. Free. Nicasio Valley Farms, 5300 Nicasio Valley Rd, Nicasio.
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Winery, 1026 Machin Ave, Novato, 415.899.9883. The standup comedian hits the stage. Oct 18, 9pm. Free. 19 Broadway Club, 17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax, 415.459.1091.
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Poe-Pourri
White Barn celebrates the Halloween season with theatrics, film, shadow play and more based on the stories of Edgar Allan Poe. Oct 14-15, 8pm. $30. The White Barn, 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave, St Helena, 707.987.8225.
Rock the Boat
Gala benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the North Bay features America’s Got Talent finalist Lawrence Beamen, the Hella Good Band, ABC7 correspondent Spencer Christian and others. Oct 15, 6pm. Corinthian Yacht Club, 43 Main St, Tiburon, 415.435.4771.
Field Trips All About Oaks
View and discuss oak trees and their role in the North Bay ecosystem. Oct 16, 10am. Mount Burdell Preserve, San Andreas Dr, Novato, marincountyparks.org.
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Full Moon & Sunset Hike
Bring a flashlight and your sense of wonder as you explore the park after dark. Oct 15, 4pm. $10. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, 707.833.5712.
Full Moon Exploration of Irwin Creek Get a behind the scenes look at restoration work under way along Irwin Creek. Registration required. Oct 15, 4pm. $15. Laguna de Santa Rosa Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Rd, Santa Rosa, 707.527.9277.
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Join rangers and experienced local anglers to learn the secrets and tricks of the trade when fishing from a pier. Poles available on first-come, firstserved basis for all skill levels. Oct 15, 10am. Paradise Beach Park, 3450 Paradise Dr, Tiburon, marincountyparks.org.
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Film 1932 Pre-Code Pearls Cinema & Psyche hosts film
studies class that watches and discusses pre-Code essentials from 1932 and focuses on cultural dissolution, moral revolution and film innovation of the era, seen through archetype, symbol and myth. Mon, 2pm. through Oct 17. $126. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 240 Channing Way, San Rafael, www. cinemaandpsyche.com.
Alive Inside
Screening of the stirring documentary about music’s ability to combat memory loss and restore a deep sense of self is hosted by Sonoma Bach. Oct 13, 6:15pm. $20-$25. Summerfield Cinemas, 551 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, 707.528.4222.
Coffee Lovers’ Movie Night
See a screening of “The Way Back to Yarasquin,” a short doc set in Honduras that captures the human side of coffee growing. Oct 12, 7pm. $10. Healdsburg Shed, 25 North St, Healdsburg, 707.431.7433.
Easy Rider Live
A screening of the film is accompanied by a live 7-piece band performing the entire soundtrack. Oct 14, 8:30pm. $25. Mystic Theatre, 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, 707.765.2121.
Italian Film Festival
The fest turns 40 and once again offers eight great films, both comedy and drama, from Italy in Saturday presentations, plus the addition of two Sunday matinees. Sat, Oct 15. $15/$112 full series. Marin Center Showcase Theatre, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, www.italianfilm.com.
Food & Drink Autumn Shrubs
Learn how to make your own seasonal shrub, a seasonallybased drinking vinegar made from freshly muddled fruit juice and aromatics. Oct 15, 2pm. $55. Healdsburg Shed, 25 North St, Healdsburg, 707.431.7433.
Field to Vase Dinner
Experience the new home of Sunset Magazine’s test garden at Cornerstone in Sonoma with a fresh-picked menu. Oct 16, 5pm. $235. Cornerstone
Sonoma, 23570 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, 805.696.5000.
Harvest Festival
First annual fest features local vendors serving appetizers, games, pumpkin decorating and a pie baking contest. Oct 16, 11am. Free. Driver’s Market, 200 Caledonia St, Sausalito.
Japanese Fermented Food
Join Mariko Grady, founder of Aedan Fermented, to explore traditional Japanese fermentation techniques and make your own miso. Oct 16, 10am. $95. Healdsburg Shed, 25 North St, Healdsburg, 707.431.7433.
Simply Solar Bash
Mix and mingle with other local professionals and community members surrounded by good food, drinks, music and friends. Oct 13, 4:30pm. $10. Veterans Memorial Building, 1351 Maple Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.285.7037.
For Kids Alphabet Rockers
Kids and parents alike will feel right at home, dancing and celebrating our diverse communities. Oct 16, 11am. Mill Valley Library, 375 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 415.389.4292.
Dinosaur Zoo Live
Experience a cast of creatures from 65 million years ago, featuring human powered puppetry and audience interaction. Oct 14, 6:30pm. $12-$17. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa, 707.546.3600.
Lectures Backpacking Basics
An informative workshop on the preparation, gear and skills needed to enjoy a safe and memorable backpacking trip. Oct 16, 10am. Mount Burdell Preserve, San Andreas Dr, Novato, marincounty.org.
The Brothers Le Nain: An Illustrated Lecture Lecture explores the first major United States exhibition devoted to the brothers Le Nain, active in Paris during the 1600s and known for their realistic depictions of the poor. Oct
18, 7pm. Corte Madera Library, 707 Meadowsweet Dr, Corte Madera, 707.924.6444. Meet the candidates for Santa Rosa City Council, learn their positions on neighborhood issues and ask them questions. Oct 12, 6pm. Odd Fellows Hall, 545 Pacific Ave, Santa Rosa.
Healing Food Basics
Class is part of the Healthy Living Series, presented by the Ceres Community Project, with a focus on shopping strategies and tips for eating well on a budget. Oct 18, 3:30pm. Guerneville Library, 14107 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville, 707.869.9004.
Readings Book Passage
Oct 12, 7pm, “True Believer” with Kati Marton. Oct 13, 7pm, “The Kid” with Ron Hansen. Oct 15, 1pm, “Brave New Weed” with Joe Dolce. Oct 15, 4pm, “Sometimes Brilliant” with Dr Larry Brilliant. Oct 15, 7pm, Lonely Planet’s Travel Trivia Night. Oct 16, 1pm, “Unknown Caller” with Debra Spark. Oct 16, 4pm, “Lift” with Daniel Kunitz. Oct 16, 7pm, “Mom Boss” with Nicole Feliciano. Oct 17, 7pm, “The Bitch is Back” with Cathi Hanauer. Oct 18, 7pm, “The Girl from Venice” with Martin Cruz Smith., 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera 415.927.0960.
Calistoga Copperfield’s Books Oct 14, 7pm, “A Perfect Score” with Craig Hall. 1330 Lincoln Ave, Calistoga 707.942.1616.
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Oct 13, 5pm, “The Essential Oyster” with Rowan Jacobsen, pop-up bookstore event is cohosted by Copperfield’s Books. 20215 Highway 1, Marshall.
Petaluma Copperfield’s Books Oct 12, 4pm, “The School for Good and Evil: The Ever Never Handbook” with Soman Chainani. Oct 14, 7pm, “Fissures & The Dog Looks Happy Upside Down” with Grant Faulkner. Oct 19, 4pm, “Isabella: Girl in Charge” with Jennifer Fosberry. Oct 19, 5pm, “Starr Creek” with Nathan Carson. 140 Kentucky St, Petaluma 707.762.0563.
San Rafael Copperfield’s Books
Oct 15, 2pm, “Our Lady of Infidelity” with Jackie Parker. 850 Fourth St, San Rafael 415.524.2800.
San Rafael Library
Mon, Oct 17, 6:30pm, Great Books Reading/Discussion Group, selections are available to check out at the library. 1100 E St, San Rafael 415.485.3323.
Santa Rosa Copperfield’s Books
Oct 15, 7pm, “The Kid” with Ron Hansen. 775 Village Court, Santa Rosa 707.578.8938.
Sebastopol Copperfield’s Books
Oct 18, 4pm, “Journey” with Emma Bland Smith. 138 N Main St, Sebastopol 707.823.2618.
Theater Bell, Book and Candle
Curtain Call Theatre presents the romantic comedy about a modern day witch in the Big Apple with a cast of five seasoned actors who take you on a fun filled journey. Through Oct 23. $15-$20. Russian River Hall, 20347 Hwy 116, Monte Rio, 707.524.8739.
Dancing at Lughnasa
Oct 19, 6pm, “The Clay Girl” with Heather Tucker, a Debut Brews event hosted by Copperfield’s Books. 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol 707.829.7300.
Widely regarded as a modern theater classic, the play looks at a nostalgic summer of 1936 in the fictional town of Ballybeg, just before the dawn of the second world war. Oct 14-30. Main Stage West, 104 N Main St, Sebastopol, 707.823.0177.
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Oct 13, 7pm, “The Quarter-Life Breakthrough” with Smiley Poswolsky. 964 Pearl St, Napa 707.733.3199.
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Oct 12, 4pm, “Inquisitor’s Tale, or the Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog” with Adam
Speakeasy-era musical makes its debut in Napa. Oct 14-23. $27-$38. Lucky Penny Community Arts Center, 1758 Industrial Way, Napa, 707-2666305.
Last of the Red Hot Tenants Lois Pearlman presents
a funny one woman play about rent-control struggle with Manhattan high-rise developers in the 1980s. Oct 14, 7pm. $10. Blue Door Gallery, 16359 Main St, Guerveville, 707.865.9878.
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Leaving Home
New play created by SRJC students and Theatre Arts instructor Laura DowningLee portrays stories about leaving home and entering the adult world. Through Oct 16. 707.527.4307. Newman Auditorium, SRJC, 1501 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, 707.527.4372.
Medea
The College of Marin drama department presents the West Coast premiere of a new version of the classic tale by Euripides. Through Oct 16. $10$20. College of Marin Studio Theatre, 835 College Avenue, Kentfield, 415.485.9385.
A Moon for the Misbegotten
Roustabout Theater presents the moving and bittersweet story of love and redemption. Through Oct 22. $20-$25. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa, 707.546.3600.
The Threepenny Opera American musical prototype about a dastardly bandit and his high-society love is an uproarious satire that jabs at politics and more. Through Oct 23. 6th Street Playhouse, 52 West Sixth St, Santa Rosa, 707.523.4185.
Titanic: The Musical
Award-winning Spreckels Theatre Company presents the North Bay premiere of the Tony award-winning show. Oct 14-30. $16-$26. Spreckels Performing Arts Center, 5409 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, 707.588.3400.
Waiting for the Parade Sonoma State University dept of Theatre Arts presents the WWII-era drama about five women working for the war effort while men are away. Oct 13-23. $5-$17. Ives Hall Studio 76, SSU, 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 707.664.4246.
Zombie Town
Left Edge Theatre presents a comedic mockumentary about an undead outbreak in Texas. Oct 14-30. $25-$40. Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa, 707.546.3600.
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Pot enters era of regulation BY AARON CURRIE
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ast week, Sonoma County officials unveiled proposed regulations to govern medical cannabis business operating in the unincorporated areas of the county. Given that much of the county’s rural and agricultural land lies in these areas, these regulations will have a significant impact on the future of medical cannabis businesses—particularly those in cultivation— operating in Sonoma County. The proposed cultivation regulations have several key features:
Outdoor Cultivation • Outdoor cultivation would be limited to properties zoned for agriculture or “resources and rural development.” Outdoor cultivation would not be allowed in land zoned as “rural residential.”
Multiple operators could jointly cultivate outdoors, but only one agricultural parcel with the total canopy not to exceed the 1-acre limit.
Indoor Cultivation Indoor cultivation would be allowed on industrial, agricultural and other residentially zoned properties; however, indoor cultivation operations larger than 5,000 square feet would be limited to industrial zoned properties. No minimum parcel size would be required for indoor cultivation. The maximum canopy size permitted in any indoor cultivation would be 22,000 square feet. Multiple operators could jointly cultivate in a single indoor facility on agricultural or industrial zoned properties, but the total canopy could not exceed 500 square feet on agricultural parcels or 22,000 square feet on industrial properties. At a meeting hosted by the county last week, many of the 200-plus attendees expressed concerns that regulations were too restrictive or that they would be unable to comply. That appears to be the unfortunate cost of transitioning into a highly regulated environment. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. The good news is that growers and other stakeholders still have a chance to voice their opinion before the Sonoma County Planning Commission starting Oct. 13 when they will discuss the proposed regulations. Aaron Currie is an attorney with Dickenson, Peatman & Fogarty who assists cannabis businesses in compliance with state and local laws. Contact him at acurrie@dpf-law.com
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ARIES (March 21–April 19) A study published in the peer-reviewed Communications Research suggests that only 28 percent of us realize when someone is flirting with us. I hope that figure won’t apply to you Aries in the coming weeks. According to my analysis of the astrological situation, you will be on the receiving end of more invitations, inquiries and allurements than usual. The percentage of these that might be worth responding to will also be higher than normal. Not all of them will be obvious, however. So be extra vigilant. TAURUS (April 20–May 20) The ancient Greek
sage Socrates was a founder of Western philosophy and a seminal champion of critical thinking. And yet he relied on his dreams for crucial information. He was initiated into the esoteric mysteries of love by the prophetess Diotima, and had an intimate relationship with a daimonion, a divine spirit. I propose that we make Socrates your patron saint for the next three weeks. Without abandoning your reliance on logic, make a playful effort to draw helpful clues from nonrational sources, too. (P.S.: Socrates drew oracular revelations from sneezes. Please consider that outlandish possibility yourself. Be alert, too, for the secret meanings of coughs, burps, grunts, mumbles and yawns.)
GEMINI (May 21–June 20) The Helper Experiment, Part One: Close your eyes and imagine that you are in the company of a kind, attentive helper—a person, animal, ancestral spirit or angel that you either know well or haven’t met yet. Spend at least five minutes visualizing a scene in which this ally aids you in fulfilling a particular goal. The Helper Experiment, Part Two: Repeat this exercise every day for the next seven days. Each time, visualize your helper making your life better in some specific way. Now here’s my prediction: Carrying out the Helper Experiment will attract actual support into your real life. CANCER (June 21–July 22) New rules: 1. It’s unimaginable and impossible for you to be obsessed with anything or anyone that’s no good for you. 2. It’s unimaginable and impossible for you to sabotage your stability by indulging in unwarranted fear. 3. It’s imaginable and possible for you to remember the most crucial thing you have forgotten. 4. It’s imaginable and possible for you to replace debilitating self-pity with invigorating self-love and healthy self-care. 5. It’s imaginable and possible for you to discover a new mother lode of emotional strength. LEO (July 23–August 22) It’s swing-swirl-spiral time, Leo. It’s ripple-sway-flutter time and flow-gushgyrate time and jive-jiggle-juggle time. So I trust you will not indulge in fruitless yearnings for unswerving progress and rock-solid evidence. If your path is not twisty and tricky, it’s probably the wrong path. If your heart isn’t teased and tickled into shedding its dependable formulas, it might be an overly hard heart. Be an improvisational curiosity-seeker. Be a principled player of unpredictable games. VIRGO (August 23–September 22) Some Englishspeaking astronomers use the humorous slang term “meteor-wrong.” It refers to a rock that is at first thought to have fallen from the heavens as a meteorite (“meteor-right”), but that is ultimately proved to be of terrestrial origin. I suspect there may currently be the metaphorical equivalent of a meteor-wrong in your life. The source of some new arrival or fresh influence is not what it had initially seemed. But that doesn’t have to be a problem. On the contrary. Once you have identified the true nature of the new arrival or fresh influence, it’s likely to be useful and interesting. LIBRA (September 23–October 22) Most of us can’t tickle ourselves. Since we have conscious control of our fingers, we know we can stop any time. Without the element of uncertainty, our squirm reflex doesn’t kick in. But I’m wondering if you might get a temporary exemption from this rule in the coming weeks. I say this because the astrological omens suggest you will have an extraordinary capacity to surprise yourself. Novel impulses will be rising up in you on a regular
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SCORPIO (October 23–November 21)
During the final 10 weeks of 2016, your physical and mental health will flourish in direct proportion to how much outworn and unnecessary stuff you flush out of your life between now and Oct. 25. Here are some suggested tasks: 1. Perform a homemade ritual that will enable you to magically shed at least half of your guilt, remorse and regret. 2. Put on a festive party hat, gather up all the clutter and junk from your home, and drop it off at a thrift store or the dump. 3. Take a vow that you will do everything in your power to kick your attachment to an influence that’s no damn good for you. 4. Scream nonsense curses at the night sky for as long as it takes to purge your sadness and anger about pain that no longer matters.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22–December 21)
A Buddhist monk named Matthieu Ricard had his brain scanned while he meditated. The experiment revealed that the positive emotions whirling around in his gray matter were super-abundant. Various publications thereafter dubbed him “the happiest person in the world.” Since he’s neither egotistical nor fond of the media’s simplistic sound bites, he’s not happy about that title. I hope you won’t have a similar reaction when I predict that you Sagittarians will be the happiest tribe of the zodiac during the next two weeks. For best results, I suggest you cultivate Ricard’s definitions of happiness: “altruism and compassion, inner freedom (so that you are not the slave of your own thoughts), senses of serenity and fulfillment, resilience, as well as a clear and stable mind that does not distort reality too much.”
CAPRICORN (December 22–January 19) Now is a perfect moment to launch or refine a project that will generate truth, beauty and justice. Amazingly enough, now is also an excellent time to lunch or refine a long-term master plan that will make you healthy, wealthy and wise. Is this a coincidence? Not at all. The astrological omens suggest that your drive to be of noble service dovetails well with your drive for personal success. For the foreseeable future, unselfish goals are well-aligned with selfish goals. AQUARIUS (January 20–February 18) Has your world become at least 20 percent larger since Sept. 1? Has your generosity grown to near-heroic proportions? Have your eyes beheld healing sights that were previously invisible to you? Have you lost at least two of your excuses for tolerating scrawny expectations? Are you awash in the desire to grant forgiveness and amnesty? If you can’t answer yes to at least two of those questions, Aquarius, it means you’re not fully in harmony with your best possible destiny. So get to work! Attune yourself to the cosmic tendencies! And if you are indeed reaping the benefits I mentioned, congratulations—and prepare for even further expansions and liberations. PISCES (February 19–March 20)
Some astrologers dwell on your tribe’s phobias. They assume that you Pisceans are perversely drawn to fear; that you are addicted to the strong feelings it generates. In an effort to correct this distorted view, and in accordance with current astrological omens, I hereby declare the coming weeks to be a Golden Age for Your Trust in Life. It will be prime time to exult in everything that evokes your joy and excitement. I suggest you make a list of these glories, and keep adding new items to the list every day. Here’s another way to celebrate the Golden Age: Discover and explore previously unknown sources of joy and excitement.
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