Want to learn how to cook without committing to a pricey culinary school? Try out a fun, social cooking class at your local Williams-Sonoma! The Post Street San Francisco location offers the very same high quality kitchen wares and home goods as you've come to expect from Williams-Sonoma, but it also hosts cooking classes for both […]
Happy Memorial Day! If you're still looking for a fun way to celebrate this important holiday, there are a number of barbecues, festivals and other patriotic events in the Santa Rosa area. One of the most popular events is Live at Lagunitas, a fun outdoor concert at the LaguMiniAmphitheaterette at the Lagunitas Brewery. This year's […]
The Sonoma County Family YMCA is many different things to different people. Quite a few Santa Rosa children have their first swimming lessons in the YMCA pool, whether they start in one of the Y's Water Babies classes or wait until they're a bit older. Adults can also sign up for a variety of fitness […]
As summer approaches, many Santa Rosa residents want to get out into the sunshine, do a bit of gardening, and freshen up their outdoor spaces, and a visit to King's Nursery can be just the ticket for doing so. Pick up a few terracotta pots to fill with bright red geraniums, cheerful marigolds, or pale […]
Annadel State Park sits north of San Francisco on the eastern edge of Santa Rosa. Outdoor enthusiasts will find trails for biking, hiking, and trail riding when the weather is too beautiful to stay indoors, as this park is open from 8 a.m. until sunset. Locals say that the trails are much steeper than they […]
There's no avoiding the fact that you need to buy groceries every week or two, so you might as well get a good deal while doing so, right? That's the attitude of the folks who run Santa Rosa's Grocery Outlet, and it's reflected in the many positive reviews that regulars give this local grocery store. […]
Imagine spending a mild spring evening dining al fresco under the stars. Sound good? Then consider heading to Bird & The Bottle, where it's easy to make that vision a reality. When you arrive, request a table on the restaurant's plant-filled outdoor deck that wraps around the exterior, with strings of festive lights overhead and […]
Yoga ONE is a modern and well-lit studio that is home to a variety of yoga, Pilates, and dance styles for those looking for an alternative way to exercise. Yoga ONE is for yogis who enjoy the traditional, medium-speed classes that focus on alignment while still challenging the body. Regulars report that the studio is […]
Calling all beer lovers! Russian River Brewing Company is well established in the Creekside Park community and known for its California-style ales, barrel-aged beers and more. Regulars even drive up from San Francisco just to sample the selection of sour beers and Belgian-style offerings. This popular brewery often amasses large crowds any given day of […]
Willi's Wine Bar is a casual bar and restaurant located in Sonoma County’s wine country. If you are looking to enjoy a late afternoon rendezvous, a sip of great wine and some small bites to munch on, stop in at this beloved local establishment. Willi’s Wine Bar is all about small plates with big tastes. […]