‘Bryter’ idea on the Plaza
‘Bryter’ idea on the Plaza
Posted 11 hours ago

Meet the couple behind Sonoma's newest tasting room, the latest report from The Sun's Wine Guy.

‘Bryter’ idea on the Plaza
Bumps in the road
Bumps in the road
Posted 12 hours ago

Another of life’s big mysteries, solved. As a driver you’re used to seeing the little yellow reflective squares embedded in…

Bumps in the road
Mentoring workshop: people safety skills
Mentoring workshop: people safety skills
Posted 3 days ago

The Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance is hosting a Community Workshop for adults who work with girls. Kidpower, the non-profit leader…

Mentoring workshop: people safety skills
Free tax help
Free tax help
Posted 4 days ago

The AARP sponsored Tax Assistance program begins at Vintage House on Wednesday, February 1, and will continue on Mondays and…

Free tax help
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Best of Sonoma Valley 2011 Best of Sonoma Valley 2011

New choices, fun decisions, quirky categories…our 8th annual reader’s poll is the best ever.  From art gallery to ethnic... Continue


Columns


Larry Barnett

Joan Huguenard

Kristin Viguerie

Mike Hyland

Ken Brown

Vallard C. Forsythe, DVM
Ask the Vet | Vallard C. Forsythe, DVM
Beware the old SBD

Len and Rosie

George McKale

Bonnie Durrance

Greg Walter

Dear Grace

Fran Meininger
New to You | Fran Meininger
The family jewels

Dr. B.J. Bischoff

Dr. Jeffrey Low

Stephen Bossio

Bonnie Lee

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“I probably did a New Year’s resolution in college to study really hard and I probably ended up keeping them.” Julia Caulfield,  Sonoma The Sun Asked: “Is there a New Year’s resolution you’ve made and kept?

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‘Glitz’ and glamour ‘Glitz’ and glamour

The Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance welcomed in the New Year with it’s 3rd annual black tie Gala – Puttin’ on the Glitz. The... Continue


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Garbage rates creep up again Garbage rates creep up again

That smell coming your mailbox is a higher garbage bill, the sixth rate hike in as many years. The Sonoma City Council has unanimously... Continue


Town meeting: Community pool Town meeting: Community pool

A group of community leaders working to bring a community access swimming pool back to Sonoma Valley will host a town hall meeting... Continue


Mood somber as school board approves cuts for 2012-2013 Mood somber as school board approves cuts for 2012-2013

In the end, the cuts came down as planned and not one single person in the room was happy about it. At stake? Some $2.6 million in... Continue


Sonoma Valley Music adds group lessons Sonoma Valley Music adds group lessons

Starting in early February, Sonoma Valley Music will offer weekly classes, taught by local talent culled from the ranks of Sonoma’s... Continue


Local bank managers will team up the Sonoma Valley Teen Services to offer a series of financial literacy seminars fo teens.  Pictured here, back row, left to right:  Sue Andrieux, Omar Barragan, U.S. Bank; Lisa Deffenbaugh, Paco Villasenor, Westamerica Bank.  Front row, left to right:  Jonathon Wieland, Angel Ake and Tori Cooper, SVTS teens with Scott Tinker, Sonoma Bank. Financial literacy seminar offered for teens

Local bank managers will team up the Sonoma Valley Teen Services to offer a series of financial literacy seminars fo teens. Pictured... Continue


‘Undiscovered’ artists in conversation ‘Undiscovered’ artists in conversation


“While growing up and snapping photos in [Sonoma], never did I expect to become part of an exhibit showcasing undiscovered talent,”... Continue


Planet Organics delivers Planet Organics delivers

It’s fast, it’s fresh and it’s a fabulous option for feeding your family.  In business in Sonoma for the past five years, Planet... Continue


Howie Ehret, who served 30 years in the U.S. Navy before retiring to Sonoma in 1992, passed away at age 70 in December. Celebration of Howie Ehret’s life

Howie Ehret, who served 30 years in the U.S. Navy before retiring to Sonoma in 1992, passed away at age 70 in December. An informal... Continue


School board meeting addresses cuts School board meeting addresses cuts

Tuesday night’s school board meeting brought more uncertain news for the education budget as trustees and administrators grappled... Continue


Sports


Sonoma Arsenal takes the title Sonoma Arsenal takes the title

The Sonoma Arsenal closed out the soccer season with a bang. The team won the Championship on the Norcal Premier Fall league and... Continue


Alissa Thomas (# 3) lays out for a ball in NCS playoff win over Miramonte. Also shown is #21 Karly Burningham. Photo courtesy of Greg Ludlow Photography.  For more images of Dragon sports log onto www.glpimages.com Lady Dragons dig in, down Miramonte to advance to NCS semifinal

Alissa Thomas (# 3) lays out for a ball in NCS playoff win over Miramonte. Also shown is #21 Karly Burningham. Photo courtesy of Greg... Continue


A Veteran’s Day Special: The Story of Sonoma Stack

Youth baseball in Sonoma Valley has received a boost in recent years. Not only has the talent level increased, as evidenced by success... Continue



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Sunday, January 8 - Sunday, February 5, 2012
Contentment in Everyday Life – Meditation

5 Sundays mornings: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and Feb. 5th 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Contentment can be hard to find. Much of the time... Continue


Saturday, February 11 - Sunday, February 12, 2012
Cat Show Cat Show

An extravaganza for all cat-lovers! Cats for adoption, gorgeous show cats, incredible array of cat toys, supplies and original artwork.... Continue


Saturday, February 18 - Sunday, February 19, 2012
Container Opening at Sonoma Country Antiques Container Opening at Sonoma Country Antiques

Sonoma Country Antiques has done it again! They’ve searched the globe for unique home furnishings and have brought them home... Continue


Saturday, February 25, 2012
Eighth Street Wineries Eighth Street Wineries

The vintners of Eighth Street Wineries will host an open house on February 25. The collective represents 10 artisan wineries who open... Continue


Saturday, February 25, 2012
Hike & Taste in the Vineyards

Join Sonoma Valley Docent Bill Myers on a fun, casual and up-close hike through the 1,850 acre volcanic and vertical Kunde Estate.... Continue


Saturday, March 3, 2012
BeerVana: Nirvana for Beer Lovers

Beer tasting and appreciation event to benefit Sonoma Community Center  Read More →


Wednesday, February 8 - Wednesday, March 14, 2012
We the People- A New Look at the US Constitution We the People- A New Look at the US Constitution

This class is not a course on Constitutional Law, nor is it an indoctrination session advocating certain political positions, but rather... Continue


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Where in Sonoma Valley? Where in Sonoma Valley?

Sun readers are challenged to determine where this picture was taken. Think you know the answer? Check back next week to see if you’re... Continue