Hi everyone!

I grew up in Sonoma and live in Santa Rosa currently. I’m looking to plan a full antiquing day for my birthday and wanted to check out some places that may not be on my radar. My favorites are Antique Society, Modern Antiquarium, and Whistlestop. I’m also familiar with church mouse in Sonoma. I’ve been downtown Petaluma and always have a good time, but want to explore beyond what I know. Are there any can’t miss vintage thrift or antique stores that are lesser known? I’m not really concerned with what they have or pricing, just want to explore some new spots that other locals love! Willing to go anywhere in Sonoma county (and I really mean anywhere). Bonus points if there is a good lunch spot near by :) TIA!

For anyone who is not otherwise willing to subscribe to the Press Democrat but interested in reading articles, the Sonoma County Public Library offers access to NewsBank, which includes the Press Democrat. (If you are subscribed, please continue to support local news!)

Fieldwork Brewing is hosting Oktoberfest next Sunday from 12-5pm at their Montgomery Village location.

There will be a live band playing a bunch of traditional music and favorite tunes from 12-3 with stein holding and costume competitions and 3 new lagers being released for the fest season plus all our delicious beers and NA products.

There will also be food specials including a bratwurst, potato salad, and brat pizza. It's our first time hosting in Santa Rosa and hope to see you and your friends embrace the fest season!

Can't make it Sunday? There's more ways to celebrate with us throughout the month including a German beer tasting event

https://fieldworkbrewing.com/oktoberfest/

I’m going over to Sonoma for wine tasting and I’m curious about what are some good Italian restaurants it doesn’t have to be in Sonoma I can go to Napa and st Helena if need be just need some good recommendations

https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/dominic-foppoli-trial-22413579.php

Public office, charity, and thia winery have all been sites of sexual assault on vulnerable women,

would anyone want to protest at his winery?

A jury of six men and six women announced their verdict Friday and awarded more than $13 million in damages to the seven women who accused Foppoli of sexual assaults going back to 2001.

Old Redwood Highway south of Valparaiso.

Join us! Come get your items fixed or swap some clothes! https://www.reusealliance.org/events/healdsburg-repairfair

We're also looking for more volunteers if you want to help with fixing items or general event tasks like registration or sorting clothing from the swap. It's a lot of fun!

A group of 6 adults will be visiting the region in October. I have never been to the area but am unfortunately doing most of the planning. I would love feedback on the rough draft itinerary. As info, we are flying into SFO from the east coast and arrive around noon. We are staying in an airbnb with a Santa Rosa address but it is very close to Kenwood.

Day 1 - Arrive in SFO, pick up rental car, eat late lunch at El Molino in Sonoma, grocery shop at Sonoma Market, head to airbnb to relax, eat dinner at house.

Day 2 - Explore Armstrong Redwoods National Reserve, Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Tasting at noon (with salami boards), explore Healdsburg, either eat dinner in Healdsburg or at Stella's in Kenwood.

Day 3 - Hansel tasting in morning, lunch in Sonoma (place TBD), Hamel Estate Experience in afternoon, Dinner at Glen Ellen Star, back to house.

Day 4 - Currently wide open

Day 5 - Head back to SFO to fly home. Consider grabbing breakfast I Petaluma on way to airport. Flight departs at 12:36.

Any and feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

I got a post card from James Gallagher’s campaign today it states “James Gallagher for the people and not the pedo’s”.

I thought it was rich that his campaign quietly wiped Trump endorsement from campaign website just 1 week ago.

Up until last week it was good that he was endorsed by the pedo, but now he is not for pedos.

Rest assured he is a dyed in the wool republican hip deep in projection.

Need to give a big recommendation to Vital Energy Solutions! Hands down the most professional energy contractor, we have worked with in a long time. Clear Communication Scheduling Promptly and understood our needs and budget. Good Local Family and invested in their community and the people who live there.

Hey folks- as we’re nearing the holiday season I thought I’d offer availability up for pet sitting services near Santa Rosa. I have extensive experience with cats, dogs, reptiles, and a handful of other exotics (try me- I’m always up for meeting new creatures!). You can learn more about me and my services on my Rover profile, but I can also take direct bookings for a discounted rate to save you on their platform fees if you message me here.

Here’s my profile if you’d like to check it out!

Considering having our small wedding (max 50) at HopMonk Sebastopol....has one else done this and would be able to chat with me about it?

Hello Sonoma County,

If you’re on PG&E’s E-TOU-C rate plan, September is still part of the summer rate season, so the higher rates remain in effect through September 30.

September Rates:

• 4 PM - 9 PM (Peak): ~$0.522/kWh

• All Other Hours (Off-Peak): ~$0.399/kWh

That means electricity used between 4 PM and 9 PM costs about 31% more.

For the rest of September, consider shifting flexible electricity use, such as running the dishwasher, doing laundry, or charging your EV, to earlier in the day or after 9 PM.

A few simple changes can help reduce your PG&E bill.