There's really no bad time to stop by St. Francis Winery and Vineyards in Santa Rosa. It's only a stone's throw away from Creekside Park, and you can always expect an array of top-notch wines to be on the menu at St. Francis. However, one Saturday a month, there's extra incentive to come to the […]
If you think you've heard the name Charles Schulz before, it's probably because you have. He's the man behind Peanuts, an iconic comic strip that continues to delight readers today. The Charles M. Schulz Museum sheds some light on his genius through its permanent and traveling exhibits, all of which pay homage to Schulz's artistic […]
Rare Rock Mosaic Art Museum explores the real of natural art in a stunning way. True to its name, the museum features pieces crafted entirely from shards of stone—and here's the kicker: they all feature their natural colors. The artist who contributes to the gallery (Kimberly Mosier) never paints any of the rocks. Instead, he […]
Explore wine country with a vineyard tour from Terrific Tours. Sonoma and the Napa Valley is well known for its wineries and beautiful views. That’s why it’s fun to get take a van excursion with Terrific Tours. A comfortable van will take you from winery to winery, where you’ll learn about grape cultivation and the […]
Founded in 2005 with a mission to inspire creativity and stimulate curiosity, the Children's Museum of Sonoma County first operated as a mobile exhibit that brought hands-on art and science experiences to local schools. In 2010, the group signed a lease for their first permanent location and received a grant from the California Parks and […]
Santa Rosa nearly overflows with nature. Oak woodlands, grassy meadows, wildlife-rich wetlands—they all reside within its boundaries. You can lay eyes on most of the area's topography from the summit of Taylor Mountain, the centerpiece of Taylor Mountain Regional Park. You'll have a fun hike ahead of you if you decide to go all the […]
Spring Lake Regional Park offers many fun outdoor activities suitable for the whole family. From high impact jogging and hiking to a leisurely stroll along the many paths, the beauty of this park is the real attraction. Get away from it all without ever leaving the city at this gorgeous outdoor respite. With 320 acres […]
Nature lovers and athletes alike take to the Laguna de Santa Rosa Regional Trail to get some exercise and explore Sonoma County's biggest freshwater wetland. It's home to many small critters and plants you won't find anywhere else in the area, including the California tiger salamander, which is named for its black body with spots […]
Don't be startled if you see a horse and rider moseying along the trails at Shiloh Regional Park. After all, the 850-acre park used to be a ranch, so its wide trails draw equestrians from all over the region. But even without a trusty steed, you can still enjoy the natural splendor of the park. […]
Santa Rosa’s Cane Creek Regional Park showcases 128 acres of public space for visitors to explore. The sprawling park, located in the Sonoma Valley foothills, offers scenic vistas of both Santa Rosa and Rohnert Park. Though less famous than nearby Redwood-forested parks, Cane Creek is home to stands of beautiful California trees like Buckeye, White […]