This year promises to be an exciting one, with a spectacular fireworks display on Saturday, July 3rd at Westside Park on Westshore Road at 9:30pm. Sponsored by both the local Chamber of Commerce and also funded locally, this is always a good show.
Bodega Bay is actually the last northern CA coastal town allowed to have legal fireworks over the Bay. They can be seen from anywhere in the harbor, or along the shoreline.
Enjoy!
Was looking at the schedule for this year’s Sonoma Marin Fair and it’s jam packed full of activities. It runs June 23-27 at the Petaluma Fairgrounds and includes specific activities for Family Day, Farmers Day, Agriculture Day, Senior Day, Kids Day, and EveryOne’s Day.
And of course, the ever popular Ugly Dog Contest.
Their web site is very helpful, it includes videos, interviews, schedule, directions, you name it. Looking forward to it.
Petaluma is just 30 minutes from “At the Bay’s Edge” and many of our guests use our coastal retreat as a hub for other activities. So come to enjoy!
The 10th Annual Salmon Creek Artwalk is being held on May 1st – 2nd, 2010 from 10am – 5pm. Admission is free and this is always a great time….incredible artists ranging in mediums from acrylic, watercolor, oil, photography, leather designs, mixed media, sculpture, pottery, silk, woodwork, and yarn.
Salmon Creek is a small village just a few minutes north of Bodega Bay. I love this Art Walk…not only for the art itself, but just to walk around the neighborhood and chat with everyone. It’s very low key, and Salmon Creek Beach is one of the top Sonoma County Beaches to rest and relax on before or after the artwalk!
Yes, the 32nd annual Wine Road Barrel Tasting is happening this weekend, March 6-7, and March 13-14 from 11-4.
Above is the link to the list of the over 100 Sonoma wineries that are participating. It’s quite an event!
Barrel Tasting is not a food or themed event. It’s all about the WINE…many wineries offer “futures” on their barrel samples. This is a chance to purchase wine now, often at a discount, then come back to the winery when the wine is bottled, typically 12-18 months from now. Many wines are so limited, buying futures is your only chance to purchase them. We often have wine enthusiasts come from out of town just for this unique and special event. It’s also a great way to meet the vintners and learn more about the wine.
The goal of Barrel Tasting is to introduce people to wines still in the barrel, help guests learn about wine and better understand what they’re tasting and to offer futures for sale.
Sonoma County’s first ever Restaurant Week starts Feb. 22nd and runs through the 28th. A delicious, farm fresh, 3-course dinner ranges from just $19 – $39, depending on the restaurant. Of course, reservations are strongly encouraged.
While restaurants are participating throughout Sonoma, the following Bodega Bay restaurants are included as well.
Blue Water Bistro at Bodega Harbor Golf
The Duck Club Restaurant at the Bodega Bay Lodge and Spa
So glad to see this come together and I’m really excited to eat out this week….lots of fabulous restaurants and menus to choose from. Enjoy!
The 4th Annual California Artisan Cheese Festival will be taking place March 26-29, 2009.
There is an exciting array of festivities planned: creamery tours, an eight-course dining event, cheese appreciation classes (with wine!), and a marketplace where you can buy everything and meet everyone. Join in for the entire three-day event or pick and choose your own adventure.
Here is the Artisan Cheese Festival Schedule of Events. Enjoy!
18th Annual Winter Wineland along the Russian River is one of the New Year’s highlights.
This is a great opportunity to meet winemakers, taste limited production wines, new releases or library wines. Some wineries will offer food pairings and others will have tours. Check out their detailed program to see exactly what each winery will offer for the weekend…then plan your tasting adventure!
The Russian River Wine Road is one of the highlights of the Sonoma Coast….many don’t realize how many wineries are located along the coast!
Here are the specifics:
January 16 & 17, 2010
11:00-4:00 both days
120 Wineries
Ticket price will include wine tasting at all of the participating wineries for the weekend. Advance Online Ticket Prices Are: $40 Weekend, $30 Sunday Only, $10 for Designated Drivers
Enjoy!
Petaluma’s City of Lights Driving Tour is always a good time, and I wanted to give you a link to the official map for 2009. There is strong participation among the downtown merchants in Petaluma, as well as the homes throughout the city.
Just saw this overview video featuring a tour of the Osmosis Spa in Freestone, and I wanted to share it. It gives you a real sense of the serenity of the spa itself, as well as some of the services they provide. While I’m always a fan of a good massage (and they offer massage in private pagoda’s along the creek!), what I like about the Osmosis Spa is the whole experience of being there. They have a zen garden / meditation area, and the grounds are just so peaceful and relaxing. I always allow time before or after my treatment to just “be”. Enjoy, and make sure and book some time at this Sonoma Spa during your next Bodega Bay vacation!
Put some holiday sparkle in your spirit with a visit to Sonoma Valley this winter season. From December through February, the annual Sonoma County Olive Festival lights up the Valley with a three-month-long celebration as they famously celebrate all things olive.
Roll up your sleeves for an olive curing workshop. Enjoy an olive oil and sea salt massage. Feast upon a mouthwatering olive-themed menu prepared by Wine Country chefs. The olive mania includes such events as Martini Madness, olive oil tasting, live music, family activities, food and wine pairings and art exhibitions. Take advantage of seasonal savings at lodging, spas, wineries, and restaurants.
Enjoy!
