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CoultergeistWhile we’re outlawing big-game hunting (“Open Season,” Aug. 5), how about outlawing big-game hair-extension hunting? If Cecil the Lion’s brother is missing, check out the DNA in Ann Coulter’s hair extensions. Either that’s some lion’s mane or, more likely, the hair from a dozen poor girls in some Third World country who have had their heads shaved for 10 cents to make the Ann Coulters of the world look good.

Save the whales, save the lions and save the hair on the poor girls of the world.

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We Must Be NutsIn the July 27 Debriefer, Charlie Swanson writes that The Peanuts Movie “is the first time the iconic Peanuts characters have made it to the big screen.”

By Tom TomorrowTHIS MODERN WORLD

For shame! There have previously been four—count ’em, four!—Peanuts movies: A Boy Named Charlie Brown (1969); Snoopy, Come Home! (1972); Race for Your Life, Charlie Brown! (1977); and Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown (1980), all originally released in theaters.

How on earth did nobody at the Bohemian catch this mistake? People take their Schulziana seriously around these parts!

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Apple SeedsLots of people in the North Bay have backyard apples (“Apples Ascendant,” Aug. 5), most of which are just fine for homemade cider. There are community organizations you can join to learn more or do more. You can access the Slow Food Sebastopol community apple press at Burbank Farm for free, but you are limited to 100 pounds of apples. You can also buy apples from local farmers to press. (www.slowfoodrr.org.)

The California Rare Fruit Growers has a cider press available to members. They also offer hundreds of varieties of cuttings for grafting at their annual January event at the Santa Rosa Vets Building, including classes on how to easily graft apples and “fruit salad trees.” Go to www.crfg-redwood.org for event dates and membership info.

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Dollars & SenseA big thank you to Luis Santoyo-Mejía, members of the North Bay Organizing Project and every community member who continues to press our Sonoma County supervisors to do more than merely pass a feeble living-wage ordinance—like the one they passed June 9 (Open Mic, Aug. 5).

The measure of your success will be in your ability to channel your resolve, courage and passion for all things social justice into inspiring those who may be your detractors to accept the fact that no one deserves to be paid less than $15 an hour for performing often menial but necessary tasks—especially those who are providing caregiving services to the elderly and disabled in their own homes.

I am proud to stand with you on this issue.

THOMAS BONFIGLI Via Bohemian.com

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RantsRethinking CosbyIt isn’t only victims who suffer from society’s macho chokehold BY MARCIA SINGER

The brouhaha over comedian Bill Cosby’s sex offenses was a predictably shallow, shameful exhibition, trashing yet another celebrity caught

with his pants down—and worse. But as abhorrent as Cosby’s sins are, we miss the mark by failing to

grasp the context in which they take place: a society that sanctions violence to get one’s needs met and is blind to a patriarchal order that gives men little room to admit to, or seek help for, insecurities around their sexual prowess or need for closeness and nurturing.

I’ve been privy to the intimate secrets of famous men. Some were interviewees for a national songwriters’ newsletter I published in Los Angeles for 16 years. Some came from those distressing casting couches hopeful actor-writers encounter. Most of these fearful confessions spilled from clients in my private counseling practice.Male clients would confess sexual anxieties or indiscretions only to a trustworthy female, which lowered their fear of losing face or stature. Celebrities were especially wary.

Therapy also revealed that “victims” and “perpetrators” alike are suffering from society’s macho chokehold. Heavy reliance on women to provide nurturing and validation, coupled with the traditional male privilege of simply taking what one “needs” (while never seeming needy), can become 50 shades of dysfunctional, violent gray. And as long as women depend on troubled men for protection and survival, they’ll keep looking for love in all the wrong—and even dangerous—places. They’ll keep trying to please, appease, seduce and steal some power for themselves, perpetuating the cycle.

My late mentor, Marshall Rosenberg, defined violence as any act that suppresses, injures or kills life. The “Cos” is guilty, but he’s also a fellow victim of our twisted, stifling, confounding cultural mores. The family-values guy and the dirty old man are intimately conjoined. Drive basic needs and feelings underground far enough and long enough, while providing no apparent healthy alternatives for fulfillment, and watch out. Restitution and healing require a willingness to court understanding, compassion and forgiveness. Might we stop the counter-violence of condemning and shaming one another? There, but for grace go you or I.

Marcia Singer, MSW, CHt, offers compassionate counseling and creative healing services through the Love Arts Foundation in Santa Rosa. Open Mic is a weekly feature in the ‘Bohemian.’ To have your topical essay of 350 words considered for publication, write openmic@bohemian.com.

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COURTIN’ SPARKS Nikola Tesla was a genius, but are these namesake batteries a smart idea?

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The Palo Alto–based electric-vehicle giant unveiled the Powerpack for commercial use and the Powerwall for residential consumers earlier this year, and the pre-orders immediately flowed in. The batteries store excess energy generated from rooftop solar; the power they store, Tesla claims, can be used to keep the lights on during a power outage and to regulate energy that flows back into the grid.

The residential version of the Powerwall has dominated renewable-energy news, especially in electric-vehicle circles (EVs are even cleaner—and more economical—when powered with your own solar energy). The hip prestige of the Tesla name, the sleek design and hint of independence from the grid all work together to make the Powerwall look sexy and utilitarian. It all sounds

Solar-power adopters are at the cutting edge of climate-change

activism on the home front. Here in Sonoma County, they’re gaining in numbers, and now homeowners have a new (if costly) opportunity to maximize their clean-energy investment, with the Tesla Powerwall battery. The Bohemian started as The Paper in 1978.

THECops on Film Oh, that disturbing police video out of Rohnert Park last week . . .

In case you missed it (and how could you have missed it?): It’s July 29, and Don McComas is out in front of his house on what appears to be a neat little cul-de-sac in the so-called Friendly City, when a police officer in a cruiser sort of slow-rolls in front of his driveway and stops.

McComas, as is increasingly the case in a citizenry that’s had it with police violence against the very citizens they are sworn to protect and serve, filmed the officer as he sat in his car.

The officer opens his car window and films McComas right back. Then, a few minutes later, he gets out of his car and tells McComas to get his hand out of his pocket. The officer unholsters his weapon, at which point the internet let out a collective “WTF, dude?”

McComas appears to put a phone and set of keys on the roof of his car. He points at the officer with one hand and films with the other. (Does McComas perhaps have three hands?)

As McComas films him, the officer approaches McComas with his weapon, at which point McComas freaks out. He retreats in apparent fear from the officer and makes some comments about past interactions, presumably of the negative variety, at the hands of Rohnert Park police.

McComas has not responded to a request for an interview with this paper.

The unpleasant and tense interaction divided people who commented on the video into two main groups. The online narrative about the episode syncs up with others we’ve seen, though as police-citizen interactions go, this

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Not necessarily, says Joseph Marino, who owns the solar-battery business DC Power Systems in Healdsburg. Reliability is the more important issue when it comes to batteries, says Marino, who adds that the standard “forklift”-type batteries that dominate the market still fit the bill. Those batteries are also 100 percent recyclable, whereas lithium-battery recycling is still in its infancy; the Powerwall uses lithium batteries. Yet some kind of battery is the only solution for storage until there’s a greener way found to conserve excess energy generated by solar panels and get it to market.

Sonoma County gets greener by the day, and, indeed, the county was one of 16 communities recognized last December by the White House for its climate-protection leadership. That’s in no small measure due to the creation of Sonoma Clean Power, a big step for the county as it heads in the direction of a power marketplace dominated by clean energy, some of it locally sourced. The utility puts an emphasis on solar power as part of an evolving energy mix that also includes geothermal power produced locally.

The problem, says Sonoma Clean Power CEO Geof Syphers, is that “solar and wind do not make energy around the clock. These new technologies offer part of the answer. Battery storage combined with interruptible electric-vehicle charging will be necessary as we scale up our use of renewables.”

Sebastopol resident Alan Soule agrees. He has a rooftop solar system and owns two Tesla electric vehicles. “It just makes sense to put in solar when you have an electric vehicle, so you can make your own fuel,” says Soule. He pre-ordered a 10 kilowatt-hour (kWh) Powerwall when Tesla announced the new product. “It’s worth it to be able to use energy if the grid goes down.”

The Powerwall takes up less space and looks sexier than standard batteries, but it also costs four times as much as most

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one was pretty mild.

Nobody got shot in the back while running from a cop, for example. Nobody died screaming that they couldn’t breath while being subdued by the police. But it’s still a disturbing video and the points of view we’ve seen on it basically come down to, “Don’t get sassy with the police and this won’t happen” and “There’s no justification for this officer unholstering his weapon.”

This paper sent a list of questions to the Rohnert Park police department, but they didn’t respond. Elected officials took to the internet a day or two later, once the video had gone viral, to announce that there was an investigation. The gist: We take these things very seriously. The money quote from Assistant City Manager Don Schwartz: “The incident portrayed on the video is not a typical interaction between our Public Safety Officers and the public.” Well, good on you!

The interaction is a poignant example of how far off the rails citizen-police interactions have gone in this country. The officer seems to take a page from the “open carry” movement: He deploys a gun to force respect from an unarmed citizen, which is otherwise known as intimidation.

McComas’ posture here—freaked out and filming everything—appears to have been influenced by a growing catalogue of highly questionable police activities in and around the presence of, mostly, black Americans. Critics of McComas have called him an

“agitator” for filming the police officer, who at one point wonders, mockingly, if McComas is a

“Constitutionalist crazy guy.” No, that would be Ted Cruz.

The police officer has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the investigation. There’s still this thing called “due process” in the criminal justice system, so there’s that.—Tom Gogola

batteries now in use. The Tesla 7 kWh Powerwall runs $3,000; the 10 kWh version is $3,500. That does not include the installation or cost of the hybrid inverter needed to use the battery on a grid-tied solar-energy system. (Most solar users are tied in to the PG&E grid.)

Whether the battery will justify its cost for the occasional outage is another matter. During a June shareholders meeting, Tesla CEO Elon Musk admitted that the emergency-storage benefit for grid-tied solar customers would only appeal to a small number of residents. For the most part, it’s cheaper (if less eco-conscious) to use a gas generator for infrequent outages.

But can the Powerwall help off-grid solar-power users “save for a rainy day”? That depends. In order to be independent of the grid without experiencing power interruptions, a household must overproduce energy and store it for nighttime use and overcast days.

That could be problematic, depending on the size of a resident’s solar-power system and the duration of a stretch of gray days, when not much energy is being created or stored. There’s no point in having battery capacity to store energy if you can’t produce the energy in the first place.

Soule, in the meantime, has his eye on so-called micro-grids, which is a way for Sonoma County solar-power users to leverage solar-wrought savings across the community. Micro-grids are small co-ops in which residential solar-power users in a neighborhood feed excess power to a central switch, which the residents control.

Micro-grids may or may not be coming to a progressive community near you. In the meantime, solar-powered citizens don’t necessarily have to run out and buy a Tesla Powerwall. It has the Tesla name and it looks cool, but many in the renewable-energy industry are saying that, while Musk is a great marketer and packager, he didn’t necessarily build a better mousetrap with this product.

Tesla did not return several calls for comment.

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PAIRED IT FROM THE GRAPEVINE Better methods of producing dry Riesling are making the varietal a favorite with food pairing.

Riesling ReduxPut aside your notions of sweet wine BY JAMES KNIGHT

a seminar sponsored by Wines of Germany. Outside, a menagerie of skinned animals roasted over hot coals. Plenty of Cabernet Sauvignon was on offer at the wood-fired bacchanal, but also more Riesling.

Still, it was no accident that the varietal’s name was left off the title of the seminar, “Exploring German Wines,” presenter Ryan Stetins admitted to the crowd. Stetins, a Riesling enthusiast and wine buyer at the Ritz-Carlton in San Francisco, is also a realist—he didn’t want to scare away potential

attendees with that word.It’s the word I mentioned

while talking wine with a Bohemian staffer several months ago. Wrinkling her nose, she responded, “Riesling? Yuck!” It’s the word I slipped into a conversation with friends at the ballpark this spring—over cups of overpriced beer, of course. Well-traveled, they enjoy a variety of wines: “Riesling?” They shook their heads. “Oh, I don’t like sweet wine.”

For Azari Vineyards in Petaluma, it’s the wine that dares

Riesling is the last varietal you expect to find heading up a meat

fest in Cabernet country. Even more surprising is that much of the Riesling poured at Cochon 555’s Heritage Fire in Napa earlier this month was dry as a bone.

In the carriage house at Charles Krug Winery, VIP ticket holders at the Aug. 2 event sampled shimmering pours of Riesling in

not speak its name. Azari makes a dry, 100 percent Riesling it calls Luma Blanc instead—a necessary ruse, they say.

The perennial comeback kid of wine, Riesling has been declared dry and rising in countless articles over the past decade (including the Bohemian, June 11, 2008). So why is this association with sweetness so . . . sticky?

Wine writer and historian John Winthrop Haeger is no fan of sweet wine. “When I started teaching winetasting classes in the 1960s,” he recalls, “I did Riesling as an obligation.” Haeger says that it wasn’t a stereotype at the time. It was the truth.

“It was almost 100 percent sweet—not necessarily dessert-sweet—until the end of the 1970s, and you had to look very hard to find dry Riesling.” Early dry Rieslings got a bad rap. Now, with better techniques, German winemakers are producing dry Riesling with texture and balance.

“The rest of the world knows at this point that Riesling is a dry variety,” Haeger says. “Three-quarters of German production is dry.” The conundrum: Americans think of it as sweet because virtually the only people left who are buying Riesling in America want it sweet, and the producers supplying that market are happy to make it so. Our view of Riesling is largely stuck in the 1970s, while continental Europe and Australia have moved on.

Haeger has written a book on dry Riesling, which is significant because he wrote the book on Pinot Noir, just about literally: North American Pinot Noir was released several months before the movie Sideways helped awaken Americans to that varietal’s existence. The book was added to many a wine lover’s reading list. Haeger’s Riesling Rediscovered is scheduled for release in December from University of California Press.

Published in 2014, Stuart Pigott’s book Best White Wine on Earth: The Riesling Story is

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a thrill ride around the world of Riesling. After some history—and a little invective against Riesling’s mass-produced rivals, like insipid Pinot Grigio—Pigott’s world tour includes stops at some stalwart Napa Valley producers.

“They’re good, but they’re still a hand sell,” says Kelli White, sommelier at St. Helena’s Press restaurant, of local Rieslings. She sees more interest among those who work in the industry. “Because if any part of your world involves the pairing of food and wine, Riesling is very versatile and performs well where a lot of other wines would fail.”

The rote food-pairing advice on Riesling is—say it together—“spicy Asian food.” While that may be true for off-dry styles, Stetins says that vintners he knows in Germany, who make big, dry Grosses Gewächs Riesling, enjoy drinking it with rib-eye.

“Yes, Riesling does hold up to Asian cuisine, which is unique in the wine world, but it’s a very narrow scope of what Riesling is capable of,” says Hailey Trefethen, of Trefethen Family Vineyards. “For the same reasons that Riesling can hold up to spicy food (acidity/brightness), it can also hold up to fatty foods. So fatty fish is a great pairing. Scallop ceviche with spice—delicious!”

“It’s my favorite varietal for wine pairing, because it makes you salivate,” says Zazu Kitchen’s Duskie Estes. “When I think about Riesling, I think of bacon, corn, pâté, duck, fish, cherries, peaches, ginger, lemongrass, pork, rabbit, and smoked and spicy things.”

Perhaps Riesling is having the last laugh on Chardonnay. Statewide, Riesling plantings have increased in past decades, particularly in Monterey County. But curiously, not all of it is being bottled as such.

“A lot of California Riesling is used to enliven Chardonnay,” Haeger asserts. “Nobody likes to admit to this, but it’s absolutely true.”

See this week’s ‘Swirl’ column, p16, for notes on a ‘Bohemian’ tasting of several Rieslings.

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Parish Cafe Cafe. $$. Authentic po’ boy sandwiches elicit the sound of a big brass marching band with every bite. Breakfast favorites include shrimp and grits, but don’t forget the beignets. Breakfast and lunch, Wed-Sun. 60-A Mill St, Healdsburg. 707.431.8474

Ravenous Cafe & Lounge American. $$$$. Returning to its original small, five-table location next to the Raven Theater, this Healdsburg mainstay continues to have inventive menus in a cozy setting. Lunch and dinner; closed Mondays and Tuesdays. 117 North St, Healdsburg. 707.431.1302.

Russian River Brewing Co Eclectic. $. Decent pizza and excellent brews. Two words: beer bites! Lunch and dinner daily. 725 Fourth St, Santa Rosa. 707.545.2337.

Sushi Hana Japanese. $$. Popular sushi destination offers delightful treats. Dollar sushi night on Wed and Sat really packs ’em in. Lunch and dinner daily. 6930 Burnett St, Sebastopol. 707.823.3778.

Trattoria Lupo Italian. $$. Reliable home-style Italian cooking. Dinner, Tues-Sun. 4776 Sonoma Hwy, Santa Rosa. 707.539.0260.

West Side Bar & Grill Sports Bar. $$. Home of the almost-famous bacon cheeseburger. Seventeen beers on tap (wine list available). Fourteen flat screen televisions to watch all of the hottest sports events. Two great pool tables. Lunch and dinner daily. 3082 Marlow Rd # B8, Santa Rosa. 707.573.9453.

MAR I N COUNTYCafe Reyes Pizza. $$. At the end of the main drag in West Marin’s quintessential small town sits a wood-fired oven serving piping pizzas of perfection. Beer and oysters can be had as well. Lunch and dinner, Wed–Sun. 11101 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station. 415.663.9493.

Casa Mañana Mexican. $. Big burritos a stone’s throw from the perfect picnic spot: Perri Park. The horchata is divine. Lunch and dinner daily. 85 Bolinas Rd, Fairfax. 415.454.2384.

Finnegan’s Marin Pub fare. $$. Irish bar with the traditional stuff. Lunch and dinner daily. 877 Grant Ave, Novato. 415.899.1516.

Fish Seafood. $$-$$$. Incredibly fresh seafood in incredibly relaxed setting overlooking bay. Lunch and dinner daily. (Cash only.) 350 Harbor Dr, Sausalito. 415.331.FISH.

Fradelizio’s Italian. $$.

Locally sourced northern Italian dishes with a California-cuisine touch. The house red is a custom blend from owner Paul Fradelizio. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch, Sat-Sun. 35 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 415.459.1618.

Frantoio Italian. $$-$$$. Perennial winner of SF Chron’s “100 Best,” Frantoio also produces all of its own olive oil. Dinner daily. 152 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley. 415.289.5777.

Iron Springs Pub & Brewery Brewpub. $$. Pub grub gets a pub-cuisine facelift. Lunch, Wed-Sun; dinner daily. 765 Center Blvd, Fairfax. 415.485.1005.

Joe’s Taco Lounge & Salsaria Mexican. $. Mostly authentic Mexican menu with American standbys. Lunch and dinner daily; takeout, too. 382 Miller Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.8164.

Left Bank French. $$-$$$. Splendid, authentic French cuisine. Lunch and dinner daily. 507 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. 415.927.3331.

M&G’s Burgers & Beverages American. $. The ultimate in American cuisine. Crispy fries, good burgers and friendly locals chowing down. Lunch and dinner daily. 2017 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax. 415.454.0655.

Nick’s Cove Seafood/contemporary American. $$$$. Fresh from the bay oysters, upscale seafood, some steaks and a great burger. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 23240 State Route 1, Marshall. 415.663.1033.

Pine Cone Diner Eclectic. $$. Funky diner meets upscale bistro. Ambitious dishes, like cherry-wood-smoked pork loin with lavender gastrique, and steak au poivre with peppercorn brandy sauce are served in homey atmosphere. Breakfast and lunch daily. Closed Mon. 60 Fourth St, Pt Reyes. 415.663.1536.

Sorella Caffe Italian. $$. The embodiment of Fairfax casual, with delicious, high-quality food that lacks pretension. Dinner, Tues-Sun. 107 Bolinas Rd, Farifax. 415.258.4520.

Station House Cafe American-California. $$. Innovative menu, fresh local seafood and range-fed meats. Outdoor dining; full bar.

DiningOur selective list of North Bay restaurants is subject to menu, pricing and schedule changes. Call first for confirmation. Restaurants in these listings appear on a rotating basis. For expanded listings, visit www.bohemian.com.

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NAPA COUNTYAngèle Restaurant & Bar French. $$$. Thoroughly French, but not aggressively so. Lunch and dinner daily. 540 Main St, Napa. 707.252.8115.

Carpe Diem Wine BarCalifornian. $-$$. Right in the heart of downtown Napa, Carpe Diem’s contemporary and innovative menu includes a variety of seasonal flatbreads, an ostrich burger, the famed short-rib sliders and much more. Over 45 wines by the glass, six draft beers and an impressive reserve wine list round out this warm, inviting space. Dinner daily. 1001 Second St., Napa. 707.224.0800.

Cole’s Chop House American steakhouse. $$-$$$. Handsome, upscale 1950s-era steakhouse serving chophouse classics like dry-aged porterhouse steak and Black Angus filet mignon. Wash down the red meat with a “nostalgia” cocktail. Dinner daily. 1122 Main St, Napa. 707.224.6328.

French LaundryDefinitive California Cuisine. $$$$. What else is there to say? Chef Thomas Keller’s institution is among the very best restuarants in the country. 6640 Washington St., Yountville. 707.944.2380.

Fumé Bistro & Bar California cuisine. $$$. California bistro fare that nearly always hits the mark. Lunch and dinner daily; brunch, Sat-Sun. 4050 Byway E, Napa. 707.257.1999.

Gillwoods Cafe Diner. $-$$. Classic hometown diner, specializes in the homemade. Breakfast and lunch daily. 1313 Main St, St Helena. 707.963.1788.

Gott’s Roadside Tray Gourmet Diner. $-$$. Formerly Taylor’ Automatic Refresher. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 933 Main St, St Helena. 707.963.3486. Also at Oxbow Public Market, 644 First St, Napa. 707.224,6900.

La Toque Restaurant French-inspired. $$$$. Set in

a comfortable elegantly rustic dining room reminiscent of a French lodge, with a stone fireplace centerpiece, La Toque makes for memorable special-occasion dining. The elaborate wine pairing menus are luxuriously inspired. Dinner daily. 1314 McKinstry St, Napa. 707.257.5157.

Pizza Azzurro Italian. $. Run by a former Tra Vigne and Lark Creek Inn alum, the

pizza is simple and thin, and ranks as some of the best in the North Bay. Lunch and dinner daily. 1260 Main St (at Clinton), Napa. 707.255.5552.

Red Rock Cafe & Backdoor BBQ American. $-$$. Cafe specializing in barbecue and classic diner fare. Messy, delicious. Lunch and dinner daily. 1010 Lincoln Ave, Napa. 707.252.9250.

Enticing and Ethical Living in the North Bay offers us an abundance of options for healthy and compassionate eating. For anyone who’s interested in celebrating or exploring vegan dining, there are two eye-opening events in Santa Rosa and Napa on Aug. 15.

At the Finley Center in Santa Rosa, the Sonoma County VegFest is an all-day extravaganza of food, presentations, chef demos, a screening of Speciesism: The Movie and family-fun activities running from 10am to 5pm. Bestselling authors Colleen Patrick-Goudreau and Mark Hawthorne will be talking about the virtues of a vegan diet, while Healdsburg’s Chalk Hill Cookery, San Rafael’s My Sweetheart Wife’s Vegan Kitchen and others will be serving vegan dishes. (The Bohemian is a sponsor.)

Over in Napa, City Winery invites you to “Eat, Drink and Be Vegan!” at this benefit for Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch, a first-of-its-kind, no-kill shelter and adoption service for homeless domestic and farm animals in Napa Valley. This dinner and silent auction fundraiser boasts a four-course vegan meal from City Winery executive chef Joseph Panarello that features locally grown produce, vegan cheese from Miyoko’s Creamery in Fairfax (pictured) and wine from Sonoma Valley’s Tin Barn Vineyards and Napa Valley’s Luna Vineyards.

Sonoma County VegFest takes place at the Finley Center, 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa. 10am. $5. 707.540.1760. Eat, Drink and Be Vegan happens at City Winery, 1030 Main St., Napa. 6:30pm. $85. 707.260.1600.—Charlie Swanson

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SONOMA COUNTYAnnapolis Winery Decades before the cool Sonoma Coast became hot property, the Scalabrini family quietly planted their vineyards high above the coastal fog. Small, family-run, and a popular wedding spot; the Gewürz sells out fast. 26055 Soda Springs Road, Annapolis. Open daily. 707.886.5460.

Landmark Vineyards There’s more to Landmark than Chardonnay. Take in the view from Mission-style courtyard. 101 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood. Open daily, 10am–4:30pm. 707.833.0053.

Martin Ray Focus is on mountain Cab at unassuming, rambling old winery (formerly, Martini & Prati). Value brand Angeline, too. 2191 Laguna Road, Santa Rosa. Daily, 11am–5pm. 707.823.2404.

Mutt Lynch Lap up “Man’s Best Friend” Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel and other delish wines; sales benefit dog organizations. Bren. New, dog-friendly location. 9050 Windsor Road, Windsor. Mon–Sat 11am–6pm; Sun noon–5pm. 707.687.5089.

Pellegrini Family Vineyards Why not take Olivet, and find some of the area’s best Pinot Noir and old vine Zinfandel. Family-owned winery offers well-priced Pinot from its Olivet Lane vineyard in the barrel room; local St. George cheese yours for the munching. Tasting appointments can generally be arranged upon sticking one’s head through the cellar door. 4055 West Olivet Road, Santa Rosa. Open 10:30am–4:30pm by appointment. No fee. 707.545.8680.

Robert Hunter Winery Surprise–fine méthode champenoise sparkling wine hails from the warm “banana belt” of Sonoma Valley. Colorful history of estate once owned

by a sugar heiress, and tour of gardens leads to sit-down tasting in far-from-the-crowds setting where visitors with a yen for the intimate rather than glitz find a hidden gem on the wine road less traveled. 15655 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. Tours by appointment only, $25. 707.996.3056.

Sanglier Cellars The core wines are sourced from Kick Ranch, the sought-after Rhône varietal sensation. 132 Plaza St., Healdsburg. Open daily, 11am–5pm; Saturday til 7pm. Tasting fee, $10. 707.433.6104.

Thomas George Estates Pinot pioneer Davis Bynum hung up the hose clamp and sold his estate, but the good wine still flows in remodeled tasting room featuring a long bar and vineyard videos. Russian River Chard, Pinot and Zin; sweet berry flavors and long-lasting finishes. Wine caves. 8075 Westside Road, Healdsburg. 11am–5pm, daily. Tasting fee, $15. 707.431.8031.

Tricycle Wine Partners There’s more to terroir than the dirt that grapevines grow in —there’s the rock the oak for the barrels grows in. 23568 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. In Cornerstone Sonoma. Open daily, 11am–5pm; weekends to 6pm. Tasting fee, $10. 707.255.4929.

Valdez Family Winery Ulises Valdez toiled in the vineyard of Zinfandel for over 20 years. Rare St. Peter’s Church Zin. 113 Mill St., Healdsburg. Thursday–Sunday, 11am–5pm. Tasting fee, $10. 707.433.3710.

NAPA COUNTYAcacia Vineyard Acclaimed Pinot and Chardonnay; their biggest client is Costco, but Ducks Unlimited is also a fan. 2750 Las Amigas Road, Napa. Monday through Saturday,

10am–4pm; Sunday, noon–4pm. $15. 707.226.9991.

Beringer Vineyards (WC) This historic winery offers 10 daily tours for nominal fees, most of which end gratefully with a glass and a spin through the underground wine-aging tunnels—or, rock it in the Rhine House. Open daily, 10am–6pm (summer hours). 2000 Main St., Napa. 707.963.7115.

Frog’s Leap Winery A good story is nearly as important as good wine; Frog’s Leap does a neat job on both. As you wind through the vineyard, the frog pond and the rustic 1884 winery, your tour guide finds bottles along the way, like Easter eggs. Dry-farming, who knew, can produce a beverage more thirst-quenching than water. 8815 Conn Creek Road, Rutherford. Daily, 10am–4pm. Tastings, $20; tours Monday–Friday, $20. 707.963.4704.

Nichelini Winery Take a joyride in the Napa backcountry and discover this rustic little winery that’s been in the family for generations. See the only Roman wine press in the Western Hemisphere. 2950 Sage Canyon Road, St. Helena. Saturday and Sunday, 10am–5pm. No fee. 707.963.0717.

Prager Winery & Port Works Legend among the underdog wineries of Napa features fortified wines in funky, fun tasting room. Check out the arachnid-developed “web site.” 1281 Lewelling Lane, St. Helena. Daily, 10:30am–4:30pm (from 11am Wednesday and Sunday). Tasting fee, $20. 707.963.7678.

Shafer Vineyards Stags Leap District icon offers intimate group tastings. Psst, don’t ask how much Merlot is in the famed Hillside Select Cabernet. 6154 Silverado Trail, Napa. By appointment only, Monday–Friday, 10am and 2pm. $55 per person. 707.944.2877.

Most reviews by James Knight. Note: Those listings marked ‘WC’ denote wineries with caves. These wineries are usually only open to the public by appointment.

Wineries in these listings appear on a rotating basis.

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Keep on ‘Trocken’A sampling of (mostly) dry Rieslings from the North BayBY JAMES KNIGHT

‘Aromatic white wines.” That’s all I told Bohemian staffers who assembled for this blind

tasting. Upon the reveal, there was much exclamation that Riesling could be so dry and refreshing. Who knew?

Trefethen 2014 Oak Knoll District Dry Riesling ($25) The back label bears the International Riesling Foundation’s dry-to-sweet scale, a consumer aid too often lacking from Rieslings on the market. It’s considered dry if it contains less than 10 grams of sugar per liter (almost seven glasses of wine), at a pH below 3.3. This has only 5.2. By comparison, a 12-ounce Starbucks latte—before adding sugar packets—contains 14 grams. We loved this wine’s honeydew melon and dusty lime-rind aromatics, its tart, citrus palate and tantalizing, long finish. Classic Trefethen.

Cartograph 2014 Greenwood Ridge Vineyard Mendocino Ridge Riesling ($28) It’s so young, winemaker Alan Baker said as he handed over a bottle of this not-yet-released wine, “it doesn’t have its ‘Rieslingness’ yet.” I differ. Riesling may display aromas that have fruit analogs: peach, lime and apple, for instance. But it may also have a Rieslingness, an intoxicating, meta aroma of mineral, honey, citrus oil and flowering vines all rolled into one. That’s what this wine shows a hint of, along with a searing, dry, lemon-lime finish. Zippy now, but save a bottle or so—it will likely gain intensity in a few years.

Chateau Montelena 2013 Potter Valley Riesling ($25) Montelena’s Bo Barrett clearly enjoys retelling his theory of Riesling: “It’s like walking down the street in a Speedo: you just got to keep your fruit together.” Here comes honeysuckle, white raisins and poached pear. Bright acidity keeps it on the up-and-up.

Terra Valentine 2013 Spring Mountain District Riesling ($36) The scale printed on this bottle stops at “dry” with a “heart,” and how cute is that? This feels like a barrel-aged Pinot Gris, or a saline Albariño, with leesy richness, agave, lime pith and a little bitter melon.

Clif Family 2013 Potter Valley Riesling ($22) Day one: citrus pith and grapefruit. Day two: peach ice cream and cinnamon. It’s a nice wine—just don’t drink it all at once.

Stony Hill 2013 Napa Valley White Riesling ($27) Floral, subtle and typical Stony Hill. A softer version of the Cartograph.

Gustafson 2014 Dry Creek Valley Riesling ($20) Sweet pine sap and lemon verbena, with tropical fruit, candied lemon and pineapple, and the white grape from “Fruit Cocktail.”

Bouchaine 2014 Las Brisas Vineyard Carneros Riesling ($24) Here, more residual sugar brings out sweet peach flavors. Bright acidity keeps it enticing.

See our Dining feature this week, p12, for more on Riesling.

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The summer of 2015 is also the summer of $15. In cities and states around the country, underpaid workers have broken through political inertia and corporate pushback to help bring wages to a

semblance of decency. In Los Angeles, city leaders passed a $15 an hour minimum wage that’ll phase in over the next few years. San Francisco did the same, following on Seattle’s living-wage ordinance, and in New York, a state wage board has taken the remarkable step of advocating that big-time fast-food restaurants pay a $15-an-hour wage.

predictably rolling out articles that speak of the hidden dangers of the fight for $15: It’s a job-killer! Closer to home, a bill to raise the state minimum wage to $13 an hour by 2017 has languished in the assembly after passing out of the senate. Gov. Jerry Brown opposes it. Under a previous bill, the state minimum wage will rise by a buck, to $10, on Jan. 1.

Meanwhile, Walmart, the behemoth of fine Chinese products, has slowly raised its wages to around that same California minimum in the face of relentless pressure from activists.

Sen. Bernie Sanders is calling for a doubling-plus of the federal minimum wage, from $7.25 to $15 an hour.

Yet the buck stops here in Sonoma County for a large group of workers not covered under a county living-wage ordinance under consideration by the supervisors. The supervisors have been under a relentless wave of wage-hike agitation from the coalition North Bay Jobs for Justice and have steadfastly refused to raise the rate to all who would labor under the county’s bosom.

New York governor Andrew Cuomo has accepted that recommendation, even as Dunkin’ Donuts warns of total catastrophe, a massive doughnut hole in the

company’s profit margin, layoffs and the whole fear-mongering shebang you’d expect.

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County workers who aren’t already earning a living wage (custodians and other blue-collar workers, mainly)—they’re covered. Contractors with county business are also covered, but they don’t have to raise the wages of county-contracted workers until their contracts are re-signed or amended. Living wage activists also point to a group of airport workers excluded from the ordinance, as well as concessionaires who, for example, work at the Sonoma County Fair. And then there’s that big bloc of critical workers: thousands of in-home supportive service (IHSS) workers stuck at $11.65 an hour.

Marty Bennett, an organizer and spokesman with the organization North Bay Jobs for Justice, calls the proposed ordinance “the most ineffective, least comprehensive living-wage ordinance ever passed.”

The supervisors pushed off a living-wage agenda item for another day on Aug. 11, but IHSS workers showed up in force anyway to protest in front of the County Administration Building.

They are not letting it go in this summer of $15.

I n some measure, the wage fight in Sonoma County finds civic leaders caught between

the forces of an unfolding and historic moment for workers across the country, and a county whose own public persona is progressive and eager to lead on issues like climate change, “sustainability” and other national concerns.

A county-commissioned study by the Oakland-based Blue Sky Consulting Group noted late in 2014 that, because of the outsized costs that get passed on to localities by the IHSS workers and then on to taxpayers, “most counties in California with living-wage policies exclude IHSS workers.” So why should Sonoma County seize the IHSS initiative when nobody else in the state is doing so?

Marin County has done so, and

raised its wage for those workers to $13.10 an hour, says Bennett. Ditto San Francisco, which passed a living-wage ordinance following on a local referendum—and included that city’s IHSS workers.

The living-wage ordinance under consideration by the Sonoma supervisors also includes in its scope “franchisee” contractors that do big business with the county.

That includes, for example, the Ratto Group and Republic Services. The latter is one of the country’s largest waste-management firms, and now runs the county-owned landfill and five garbage-transfer stations. The Ratto Group picks up much of the county’s garbage and recyclables.

Under the terms of the Sonoma County living-wage ordinance, county spokeswoman Rebecca Wachsberg says, both companies would be on the hook to pay their county-affiliated workers $15 when contracts are re-signed or amended.

The catch: It could be a while. Sonoma County Transportation

and Public Works director

Susan Klassen says there are two contracts split between the respective companies. “There is the master operations agreement with Republic Services for operation of the county landfill and transfer stations,” she says via email. “It was originally approved by the board in 2013, but became effective in April 2015. The term of the agreement is technically for the life of the landfill, estimated to be greater than 25 years. The Ratto group is a subcontractor to Republic Services in this agreement. They provide operations for the transfer stations.”

The other contract, says Klassen, is a “county franchise agreement for curbside and commercial collection of garbage and recycling in the unincorporated county. It is with the Ratto Group. It started in 2009, and ends 20 years later, in 2029.”

So one contract is for at least 25 years and the other is for 20. Wachsberg, however, says that “the chances of their not being amended is not very likely” over the duration of the contracts.

Ratto Group spokesman Eric Koenigshofer says the company hasn’t taken a position on the ordinance. “We’re neutral on it, and as far as I know, we are subject to it.” He says that a “brand-new, day-one employee on the recycling line [starts at] $9.50.”

But Ratto workers’ wages climb into the $24-an-hour range for drivers, and, says Koenigshofer, the company offers everyone a health plan after 90 days with no employee contribution beyond a nominal co-pay. Depending on the employee’s family situation, he says, that can translate into between about $600 and $1,800 a month worth of benefits paid by the company. “It adds a lot to the total compensation,” says Koenigshofer.

C arol Taylor is an IHSS worker who lives in the town of Sonoma and has

been fighting for better wages for herself and other workers for a long time. She’s been in the business for 14 years—“This time around,” she says—and first started doing the

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Wage (18 “I don’t know about [Gov.] Brown,” says Taylor, “but [this mindset] is still the biggest obstacle.”

“People do have to stop and think about this,” she adds. “Gone are the days where there’s a single family earner. And the reality is, we do lots and lots of work with autistic kids. Social workers say that family members work far more hours than nonfamily caregivers—they take care of them for a lot of hours that we’re not getting paid for. Most of us don’t have grandma waiting in the wings; that’s part of what our society has become.”

But Taylor does admit that the county “doesn’t really have control over the number of workers or the number of hours they work. It is kind of a blank check, but it’s one that Marin County was willing to sign.”

The Blue Sky Consulting Group report, for which the county paid $90,000 and based its ordinance around, recommended that Sonoma County leaders continue to set IHSS worker wages “through existing collective bargaining practices” with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)—and that’s been the county’s posture.

Blue Sky also set the stage for what critics charge is a county punt to the state; by 2018, wage negotiations for Sonoma County IHSS workers will shift to the state.

In studying the potential budgetary impact on Sonoma County, Blue Sky found that “at a wage rate of $15 per hour, the total cost to the county for the living-wage ordinance would be an estimated $12.3 million annually,” the report determined. “Most of this cost, $11.2 million, or 91 percent, would be attributable to IHSS providers.”

Blue Sky also highlighted the state-county relationship on this issue, and essentially provided cover for the county to push the IHSS question to the state and SEIU negotiators, which will occur across the state under the Coordinated Care Initiative.

To wit: “It is anticipated that the state of California will take over collective bargaining with

in-home care work when her husband was sick. “I nursed him until he died,” says Taylor, who went on to study nursing for a while before returning to the IHSS fold.

Taylor also has an accounting degree but would rather help people in need than do people’s taxes for a living. She says that this work is “really a calling for me. People ask me, ‘You have an accounting degree, why are you wiping behinds for $11.65 an hour?’ Because I like it.”

The $11.65 wage paid to IHSS workers was the supervisors’ attempt at wage equity in the face of a determined push for $15 that has failed to gain traction. The supervisors raised their rate by 15 cents in 2013, and even that was no easy task, says Taylor. “We bargained for three years for the 15 cent raise.”

County supervisor David Rabbitt recently told the Bohemian that the annual county IHSS budget is around $13.5 million, and that the county “struggled to find the 15 cents to add” to get it to $11.65.

Taylor understands that, from the county’s perspective, raising the IHSS wage by more than $3 all at once to $15 is a tall order. The workers are licensed by the state and operate under the aegis of a state program, the Coordinated Care Initiative, which was created in 2012 to help manage a growing industry of in-home workers, a critical cadre of healthcare employees engaged in eldercare and care for the developmentally disabled.

It’s not easy work, says Taylor, though it is rewarding. The hours, she says, are oftentimes a “crazy quilt where you work two hours here, three hours there. It’s not a 9-to-5 job.”

Another problem for the workers is that there’s a rolling critique of the industry as a whole that’s a legacy item from the administration of former governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. The Governator’s infamous take on IHSS workers was that this was the sort of work families should be doing on their own dime, not the state’s.

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he wrote, “recommends that the county ‘ensure that all jobs, including those that do not require a college degree, pay wages that afford workers the dignity of self-sufficiency and the peace of mind of economic security.’ The report explicitly calls for building upon other living-wage ordinances implemented in the county to ‘raise the wage floor further.’”

Instead, wrote Bennett, “the proposed ordinance exempts far more workers from the $15-an-hour wage than it covers.”

County leaders have taken the position that there are other ways to lift people out of poverty besides raising wages to $15—an emphasis on early education, affordable housing and the like.

T wenty fifteen is also shaping up as a year of pre-primary posturing on

the national political front. Most of the Republican contenders for president are, unsurprisingly, not in favor of raising the federal minimum wage, and a few of them would outright abolish it. Talkin’ to you, Scott Walker.

Ralph Nader offered up a useful article on the Huffington Post in June that surveyed the field: Only GOP candidates Rick Santorum and Ben Carson have made positive gestures in the direction of a higher federal minimum wage—sans detail, of course—and Donald Trump says he’d create two minimum wages: one for youth, and one for everyone else. Of course there wasn’t a peep about the fight for $15 during last week’s debate on Fox. Hillary Clinton, meanwhile, has supported a $10.10 federal minimum wage since last year.

OK, let’s say unicorns are real, Bernie Sanders is elected president, and his first order of business is to push congress to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour. Or let’s say the Sonoma County supervisors decide to just go ahead and pay those IHSS workers $15, budget be damned. Stranger things have happened.

Unfortunately, even at $15, those IHSS workers are still living

in poverty, unless they take Jeb Bush’s advice and work 80 hours a week—which is what a lot of working people already do to make ends meet, so thanks for that, Jeb.

A person working a humane 35-hour week at $15 an hour earns a pre-tax annual income of $27,300. For a family of four, $27,300 is about $4,000 a year above the national poverty line, but don’t book that reservation at the French Laundry just yet.

The Pew Research Center issued a study in late July that looked at the impact of the national push for $15 to see how effective it would actually be at lifting people out of poverty. Surprise, surprise: $15 an hour doesn’t go nearly as far in the North Bay as it does in, say, the Confederate state of Alabama.

The organization researched the buying power of $15 in all 50 states, got granular on a region-by-region basis and found that in our neck of the woods, $15 an hour translates to about $12 worth of buying power. We pay a premium for all this natural beauty and ace weather in high food costs, ridiculous rents and eye-popping costs at the gas-gouger’s station.

But wait, it gets worse.The Pew study came on the heels

of another from early June that this paper reported on at the time, from the National Low Income Housing Coalition, “Out of Reach: Low Wages & High Rents Lock Renters Out Across the Country.” The study found that California rents average $1,386 a month for a two-bedroom apartment. Santa Rosa rents average around $1,370, but as we reported back in June, Sonoma County rents are generally on the rise; the countywide average is $1,624 for a two-bedroom. To pay that rent without blowing more than 30 percent of your paycheck, you’d have to be making $26.65 an hour.

That’s a far cry from $15 an hour, and an even farther cry from the $11.65 people like Carol Taylor are earning.

Hey, here’s a thought: Anyone up for making the summer of 2016 the summer of $26.65?

laid off on the state or feds.In a recent interview with the

Bohemian (see “House of Payin’,” June 24), Rabbitt told the paper that he agrees IHSS workers are underpaid, “and the reality is, yes, it’s a state issue.”

But even if, as the Blue Sky report claims, most counties in California with living-wage ordinances don’t include IHSS workers in their scope, Bennett says that San Francisco included those workers when voters there passed a countywide minimum-wage ordinance in 2014.

In a June 28 letter to the Sonoma County supervisors, Bennett took them to task for ignoring the very recommendations the county itself made in its 2014 report “A Portrait of Sonoma,” which,

IHSS providers beginning in 2018,” says the Blue Sky report. “However, until this occurs, the county will be responsible for determining (and paying for) the amount of any pay increase for these workers, and any additional increases provided prior to the state taking over will be borne solely by the county and the federal government, with no state contribution, even after the state assumes negotiations responsibility” (emphasis added).

In other words, it would appear to be in the interest of budget-conscious Sonoma County supervisors to keep IHSS wages as low as possible until 2018. According to the Blue Sky report, any increase they agree to between now and then will be charged to the county and can’t be

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S E B A S T O P O L Enlightening LookPhotographer Penny Wolin’s life work has revolved around chronicling the different cultures bubbling in America’s melting pot. Her latest project, ‘Descendants of Light: American Photographers of Jewish Ancestry,’ is about to become a book, thanks to a recent Kickstarter campaign. The collection comprises stark, stirring portraits photographed in black-and-white, and show their subjects in a variety of lights. The book is due for release later this year, and this week Wolin appears in a special pre-publication party to show rarely seen photographs and speak about her road trips spent documenting her subjects. The Descendants of Light presentation takes place on Thursday, Aug. 13, at Rialto Cinemas, 6868 McKinley St., Sebastopol. 7pm. 707.528.4222.

P E TA L U M A Glitter & GlassThe contemporary glass movement began 50 years ago when artists like Marvin Lipofsky in Berkeley took melted and blown glass, and elevated it to an art form. In the half-century since, glass has become a complex and delicate medium for colorful and fantastical sculpture and jewelry, both of which will be on display for ‘All That Glitters,’ a dual exhibition at Petaluma Art Center and IceHouse Gallery. Pieces by Lipofsky and the generations of glass artists he inspired will be on hand, as well as pieces curated by San Francisco’s Velvet da Vinci gallery. “All That Glitters” opens with a reception on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Petaluma Art Center, 230 Lakeville St., Petaluma. 5pm. $4–$5. 707.762.5600.

YO U N T V I L L E Hermanos MusicalesThe multitalented Villalobos Brothers all took up the violin in their youth and played traditional folk songs of their native Veracruz, Mexico. They’ve since branched out to embrace contemporary jazz and classical Latin music, but the heart of their sound still comes from their dazzling fiddle work. Now living in New York City, the three brothers—Luis, Alberto and Ernesto—are the musical artists-in-residence at New York’s Botanical Gardens throughout the summer. Before the brothers have to get back to the Bronx, they play a stint of West Coast dates this month, among them a performance on Saturday, Aug. 15, at Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater, 100 California Drive, Yountville. 7pm. $20–$40. 707.944.9900.

C O TA T I For AnnaCotati native Anna Bachman was community-minded and dedicated to helping others until her life was cut short by an accident in January 2014. In her memory, and to continue the work she believed in, the community is holding the second annual AnnaBananza Music Festival in Cotati. A lineup of local acts, including Dorothy Lane, the Hangar Band and headliners MoonAlice, make for a great day of music, while donations and a silent auction help local organizations Neighbors Organized Against Hunger and the Committee on the Shelterless provide food, shelter and services to those in need. AnnaBananza inspires on Sunday, Aug. 16, at La Plaza Park, Old Redwood Highway, Cotati. Noon. Free admission. Annabananza.org.

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Wednesday, Aug. 19. See Clubs & Venues, p29.

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GOING UP Free-climber Kevin Jorgeson is looking for untouched cliffs to ascend, now that he’s conquered the Dawn Wall.

New DawnSanta Rosa’s Kevin Jorgeson on life after legendary climb up the Dawn Wall BY CHARLIE SWANSON

Last December, Kevin Jorgeson and Colorado climber Tommy Caldwell left the valley floor at El Capitan to begin their push. Nineteen days later they achieved the impossible and became the first men ever to free-climb the Dawn Wall. On Aug. 16, Jorgeson and Caldwell talk about the climb and more at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts.

“I got started when I went to the grand opening of Vertex [Climbing Center] in Santa Rosa in 1995, when I was 10 years old,”

Jorgeson says. “I’ve been climbing ever since.”

Now 30, the Santa Rosa native has been a full-time professional and sponsored climber since he was 22. He’s been climbing at Yosemite since his 16th birthday, but his experience with the Dawn Wall began in 2009, when he first called Caldwell, who was in the early stages of planning an ascent up it, to see if he needed a partner.

Six years went into planning their path and honing their skills. The pair would only bring enough

It’s been called the hardest climb in the world. The Dawn Wall of Yosemite National

Park’s famous El Capitan rock formation is 3,000 feet of sheer, unforgiving granite rising vertically from the valley.

In the 150 years since El Capitan was first explored, many climbers have traversed other routes up the rock, but no one has been able to successfully free-climb the Dawn Wall. Until now.

gear to climb, eat and pitch a tent—all on the side of the wall.

On Dec. 28, 2014, they left the ground. “We knew it would take at least 12 days, and we knew that it could take longer, but that was about it,” says Jorgeson. “We were prepared to stay up there as long as it took.”

For the nearly three-week climb, Jorgeson and Caldwell purposefully worked in the evening when the winter weather was coldest, allowing for the most friction and best grips for climbing. Many times, the two hauled themselves up the wall by their fingertips in the dark and spent their days thousands of feet in the air with high winds whipping the tent around. It should also be noted that Caldwell accomplished this with most of his left index finger missing, due to a table saw accident in 2001.

“You try to make it as low-pressure as possible, to think of it as a vertical camping trip with some really intense climbing thrown in,” says Jorgeson.

Finally, on Jan. 14, the duo reached the summit and popped the Champagne. “It’s pretty special to have the battle be over and the stress be over, having the fight be up and having won,” says Jorgeson. “It was a very real possibility that we were never going to do it. That’s the nature of taking on a big, crazy, audacious goal. Success is never guaranteed, and if you’re not OK with that, you’re probably in the wrong business.”

Jorgeson and Caldwell completed the climb only to enter a blizzard of national attention that included a congratulatory call from President Obama.

Jorgeson wants this week’s appearance in Santa Rosa to be an intimate event, and looks forward to sharing an inside view of the climb with his hometown

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crowd. “[Climbers are] a super-tight-knit community, and that’s one of the most special parts about climbing,” he says.

Jorgeson and Caldwell are also going to show footage from the climb that’s never been seen before. The two had a film crew following them for the entire process, and the footage is being edited into a full-length documentary, set for release next year. The event will also include a Q&A session.

“I expect a little heckling as well,” laughs Jorgeson, who describes the Sonoma County climbing scene as a vibrant family, and a rapidly growing one, thanks to Vertex.

“I’ve decided to keep Santa Rosa my hometown,” he says. “My fiancée and I were both vagabonds for many years, and I never really held a permanent address, but we moved back last August and we’re going to stay.”

As a full-time climber, Jorgeson wants to see Vertex have an even larger, world-class facility in Santa Rosa that can fully satisfy the demands in Sonoma County. He’s using his experience in the industry to help the center find a new space, design modern climbing gym walls and develop new training programs, workshops and events.

He’s also thinking about his next climbing project, and his new plan is as audacious as his last one.

“I want to use remote rivers around the world as the new trailhead for exploring and developing climbing,” he says. Looking at rivers in China, Norway, Peru and the United States, Jorgeson is targeting locations based on climbing potential, hoping to tackle untouched canyons in a series of expeditions unlike anything else in the climbing world.

Kevin Jorgeson and Tommy Caldwell appear on Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa. 8pm. $30–$40. 707.546.3600.

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Most Rare VisionPegasus stages dreamy ‘Midsummer’ on the river BY DAVID TEMPLETON

There’s a great line toward the end of Shakespeare’s

Midsummer Night’s Dream. Having just witnessed a wacky performance by a band of overexcited tradesmen turned actors, Duke Theseus quiets his entourage with the words, “Nothing can be amiss when simpleness and duty tender it.”

It’s a lovely thought—a theater review of sorts—and one that certainly applies to Pegasus Theater’s rambunctious staging of Shakespeare’s most popular comedy at Riverkeeper Stewardship Park in Guerneville, near the banks of the Russian River. On the Sunday I saw it, some performances were a bit

MERRY WANDERER Jake Hamlin plays Puck in Guerneville-style Shakespeare show.

ragged. Parts of the action are blocked in ways that make it hard to see. And the original text has been cut apart, reduced and rewritten, adding new lines like “Everything will be OK!” alongside Shakespeare’s indelible poetry.

But the whole thing is done with such a life- and love-affirming spirit, that whatever quibbles I had soon sank into the sun-dappled river in front of which the show is presented, the simple set draped in late afternoon light and shadow.

As directed by Beulah Vega, this Midsummer is a lusty love offering to the river community. Not only is the show free (donations are accepted), the whole production shouts aloud the joys and pleasures of love.

In this version, the four Athenian lovers, originally written as two men and two women, are all women (Crystal Carpenter, Jessica Anderson, Elaine Kozlowski and Alexis Christenson), and the idea of them pairing up and getting married doesn’t cause anyone in Athens to bat an eye. The fairies, ruled by King Oberon (Peter Rogers) and Queen Titania (Elizabeth Henry), with the help of the playful Puck (Jake Hamlin), have a lot of fun with the word “fairy,” and are about as sex-positive a group as one could imagine.

As the blundering would-be actor Bottom, Nick Christensen frequently steals the show, with or without the fluffy donkey head Puck magically gives him. There is enough kissing, groping, fondling and stroking in the show to raise anyone’s pulse rate—and the audience is encouraged to shout out their own improvisations. Clever use of Pink Floyd’s The Wall—the actual vinyl album—gets one of the show’s biggest laughs. If you are in love with love, there’s plenty to like in this sexy, silly, entertainingly bubbly Midsummer.

Rating (out of 5):

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ runs Friday–Sunday through Aug. 31 at Riverkeeper Park, near Sonoma Nesting Company, 16151 Main St. in Guerneville. All shows at 6pm. Donations accepted. Reservations recommended through www.pegasustheater.com.

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Brando Confidential‘Listen to Me Marlon’ provides intimate look at famed actor BY RICHARD VON BUSACK

HE WAS A CONTENDER New Marlon Brando documentary relies on the star’s own cassette tape recordings.

Marlon Brando once said, “An actor’s a guy who, if you ain’t talking about him, ain’t listening.”

Compiled from a basket of cassette tapes Brando made as personal therapy, Stevan Riley’s Listen to Me Marlon gives us the night thoughts of the greatest American actor of the 20th century. The visuals are a combination of news footage, interviews and impressionist camera views of the Southern California compound where Brando hid from the world. Also supplementing the narration is an early 3-D animated sampling of Brando’s head as he speaks, a leftover from some digital experiment made years ago.

Brando had a battering father and a sensitive mother who was, he claims, the town drunk. His own children’s lives were colored with tragedy. One son, Christian, killed the boyfriend of his half-sister, who later hanged herself. Brando’s contempt for the demands of his profession added to his strain—he hated being thought of as a “mechanical doll.”

The deadly paternal rumble of Don Corleone in The Godfather or the slurred, psychedelic muttering of Col. Kurtz in Apocalypse Now were Brando’s strange gifts to the world. He brought an utterly masculine attack to Last Tango in Paris, and feline, mincing diction to Mutiny on the Bounty and Superman. In odd parts, he’d sweeten up this feminine side, just to shock the machos.

As he tells it to himself, Brando’s success seems a blur, compared to places that seemed real to him, such as the American West and Tahiti. Brando was a vessel for elements so corrosive (gangster, mutineer, street tough, pervert) that it’s not surprising that there was some cracking.

We still have Brando’s influence to thank for how fine screen acting is today. To be an actor, Brando showed us, one doesn’t have to be well-born or well-read; it’s the gift for observation and intuition and fearlessness that matter.

‘Listen to Me Marlon’ is playing at the Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St., San Rafael. 415.454.5813.

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‘It’s one thing to write a song that just says, ‘Fuck the government,’”

says singer-songwriter Michael Franti, “but it’s another thing to write a song that helps people get up every day and be inspired to become a difference-maker in the world.”

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THE SHOE MUST GO ON Michael Franti once thought of following in the Dalai Lama’s footsteps.

came to Franti when his 16-year-old son was diagnosed with kidney disease in 2014. The musician feared it would tear his family apart, but instead it brought great strength and peace to the family, as they confronted the possibility of a dire loss.

“We should let people that we care about, know,” says Franti. “You never know when it could all end. So we thought [Once a Day] would be a great name for a tour, [and] every day during this tour, we are spreading that message.”

His son’s condition has improved, and father and son now enjoy concerts together. They share a sense of elation in those moments, says Franti, when the worries of the past, present and future are suspended in time. Together, the pair have gained a deeper gratitude for life.

Franti has been playing music with Spearhead since 1994. The band fuses hip-hop with reggae, funk, rock, folk and jazz. He’s a longstanding advocate for social justice, environmentalism and peace, and his audiences get the message.

Franti recently saw a woman crying in the audience one night during a concert. Franti spoke with her after the show, and she told him that his music had helped her deal with a painful loss. It’s not all talk. Over the past two years, Franti’s Do It for the Love organization has provided free concerts to more than 500 families dealing with life-threatening illnesses.

Franti recently performed “Once a Day” at the Dalai Lama’s 80th birthday party in Anaheim. He once had thoughts of following in the Dalai Lama’s footprints, but realized that cutting off his dreadlocks and taking a vow of celibacy was not needed to make a difference.

“It’s your heart,” Franti says, that makes all the difference.

Michael Franti & Spearhead perform on Sunday, Aug. 16, at SOMO Events Center, 1100 Valley House Drive, Rohnert Park. 6pm. $48. Somoconcerts.com.

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AnnaBananzaFundraising festival includes live music by Moonalice, Dorothy Lane and others, with local food, beer and wine, all benefiting local shelters and food programs. Aug 16, 12pm. Free. La Plaza Park, Old Redwood Highway, Cotati.

Michael Franti & SpearheadWith a humanitarian outlook and hugely energetic live shows, Franti is a consummate North Bay favorite. Aug 16, 6pm. $48. SOMO Village Event Center, 1100 Valley House Dr, Rohnert Park.

Randy NewmanThe famed songwriter and composer, beloved for his humorous and heartfelt tunes, makes a rare appearance in Sonoma County. Aug 15, 5pm. $75-$100. Rodney Strong Vineyards, 11455 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg. 707.431.1533.

Too $hortOne of the West Coast’s first hip-hop stars, the platinum-selling Oakland rapper plays an all ages show. Aug 14, 8pm. $30. Phoenix Theater, 201 Washington St, Petaluma. 707.762.3565.

The Young DublinersThe hardest working band in Celtic rock hits the stage as part of their latest world tour. Aug 14, 8pm. Annie O’s Music Hall, 120 Fifth St, Santa Rosa. 707.484.1331.

MARIN COUNTY

American AquariumAlternative country band from Raleigh, NC, shows off their latest roots-rock album, ‘Wolves.’ Aug 15, 9pm. $14-$17. Sweetwater Music Hall, 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.1100.

The MotetTerrapin debut of Colorado-based, world-class improvisational funk band with a reputation for throwing infectious dance parties. Aug 15, 8pm. $20-$25. Terrapin Crossroads, 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael. 415.524.2773.

Nepal FREEDBenefit aimed at rebuilding Nepal features Marin musicans Bryan Kehoe, Tal Morris, April Grisman, Tommy Odetto and others. Aug 13, 8pm. $20. Fenix, 919 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.813.5600.

Pandit Buddhadev Das GuptaIndian musician, considered a master of the lute-like instrument called a Sarod, returns to the North Bay after many years. Aug 15, 7:30pm. $25-$30. Ali Akbar College of Music, 215 West End Ave, San Rafael. 415.454.6372.

NAPA COUNTY

Creed BrattonThe actor who portrayed the mysterious Creed in NBC’s “The Office” proves himself a music man, performing with Dirty Cello. Aug 12, 8pm. $19. City Winery Napa, 1030 Main St, Napa. 707.260.1600.

Music in the VineyardsMonth-long, nationally acclaimed chamber music festival showcases the finest classical musicians in the picturesque settings of Napa’s wineries and venues. Through Aug 23. $60 and up. Napa Valley, various locations, Napa.

Jerry Jeff WalkerTexas outlaw country singer, now living part time in the North Bay, hosts his Napa Summer Camp concert once again. Aug 15, 8pm. $65-$75. Uptown Theatre, 1350 Third St, Napa. 707.259.0123.

Clubs & Venues

SONOMA COUNTY

Arlene Francis CenterAug 13, NorthBay Performance Espresso Show with Sticky Eyelids and Boilermaker. Tues, Open Didgeridoo Clinic. Wed, Open Mic. 99 Sixth St, Santa Rosa. 707.528.3009.

Barley & Hops TavernAug 14, Kyle Martin. Aug 15, Earstu. 3688 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental. 707.874.9037.

Bergamot AlleyAug 18, Marshall House

Project. 328-A Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg. 707.433.8720.

The Big EasyAug 12, Tracy Rose and friends. Aug 13, the Incubators. Aug 14, Glass Brick Boulevard. Aug 15, Lucky Losers. Aug 16, Miano Jazz Trio. Aug 18, the American Alley Cats. Aug 19, Bruce Gordon and Nicky Otis. 128 American Alley, Petaluma. 707.776.4631.

BR Cohn WineryAug 16, 1pm, Beso Negro. 15000 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen. 707.938.4064.

BV Whiskey Bar & GrilleAug 14, Gold Minor. Aug 15, Tilted Halos. Aug 16, 2pm, Train Wreck Junction. Tues, “Reggae Market” DJ night. 400 First St E, Sonoma. 707.938.7110.

Cellars of SonomaAug 13, John Pita. Aug 14, 5pm, Ray Wild. Aug 14, 7:30pm, Craig Corona. Aug 15, Ricky Alan Ray. 133 Fourth St, Santa Rosa. 707.578.1826.

Chroma GalleryAug 15, 4pm, Kevin Russell and His So-Called Friends. 312 South A St, Santa Rosa. 707.293.6051.

Epicurean ConnectionAug 12, Katie Garibaldi. Aug 13, Rusty String Express. Aug 14, Deluxe. Aug 15, Arizona and the Volunteers. Aug 16, 1pm, Jon Otis. Aug 19, Kalei Solo Piano Bar. 122 West Napa St, Sonoma. 707.935.7960.

French GardenAug 14, the Ruminators. Aug 15, LaFlamme-Lawrence Ensemble. 8050 Bodega Ave, Sebastopol. 707.824.2030.

Gaia’s GardenAug 12, French Session. Aug 13, Gypsy Jazz Jam. Aug 14, Virgil Elliott. Aug 15, Daoda Traore. Aug 16, Steve Sanchez. Aug 19, Celtic Session. Third Sunday of every month, jazz jam. 1899 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. 707.544.2491.

Green Music CenterAug 16, Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club. Aug 18, Chris Isaak. 1801 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, 866.955.6040.

Healdsburg PlazaAug 18, Ashleigh Flynn. 217 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg.

HopMonk SebastopolAug 13, Novalima. Aug 14, La Mandanga with Lumanation. Aug 15, Kyle Martin Band. Aug 17, Monday Night Edutainment. Tues, open mic night. 230

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FREE Show with Buck Nickels and Loose Change + Miracle Mule

Vaud & the Villains - 19 Piece 1930s New Orleans Orchestra & Cabaret Show

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American Aquarium with M. Lockwood Porter

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Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol. 707.829.7300.

HopMonk SonomaAug 14, 5pm, Greg Lamboy. Aug 14, 8pm, Adam Traum & the Mosey Boys. Aug 15, 1pm, Ricky Ray. Aug 15, 8pm, Deluxe. Aug 16, 1pm, Jimbo Scott. 691 Broadway, Sonoma. 707.935.9100.

Ives ParkAug 12, 5pm, MaMuse and Teresa Tudury. Aug 19, 5pm, David Luning and the Bootleg Honeys. Willow Street and Jewell Avenue, Sebastopol.

Jamison’s Roaring DonkeyAug 15, the Wild Brothers with Justin Brown. Wed, open mic night. 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma. 707.772.5478.

Lagunitas Tap RoomAug 12, JimBo Trout. Aug 13, Machiavelvets. Aug 14, Dennis Johnson & the Mississippi Ramblers. Aug 15, HowellDevine. Aug 19, Whiskey Shivers. 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma. 707.778.8776.

Main Street BistroAug 12, Greg Hester. Aug 13, Susan Sutton. Aug 14, Blyth Klein StreetWise. Aug 15, T Jackson Trio. Aug 16, Tom and Sara Finn. Aug 18, Levi Lloyd and friends. Aug 19, Pocket Canyon Ramblers. 16280 Main St, Guerneville. 707.869.0501.

Murphy’s Irish PubAug 14, Michael Mullen. Aug 15, Mostly Simply Bluegrass. Aug 18, Tudo Bem. 464 First St E, Sonoma. 707.935.0660.

Mystic TheatreAug 14, Duran Duran Duran. Aug 15, Dubbest California Tour. 23 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.765.2121.

Occidental Center for the ArtsAug 15, New West Guitar Group. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct, Occidental. 707.874.9392.

Osmosis Day SpaAug 19, 6pm, Garden Concert with Rupa Marya. 209 Bohemian Hwy, Freestone. 707.823.8231.

Pellegrini Wine CompanyAug 15, 12pm, “Summer music series” with MT and the Wolves. 4055 West Olivet Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.545.8680.

Phoenix TheaterAug 13, Duane Peters Gunfight. Aug 18, Diamond Lane with Delta Rose and Sweet Addiction. 201 Washington St, Petaluma. 707.762.3565.

Redwood CafeAug 12, 6pm, the Rivereens. Aug 15, Mighty Groove. Aug 16, 11am, Keith Lovett. Aug 16, 4pm,

Gold Coast Jazz Band. Aug 19, Gypsy Kisses. Thurs, Open Mic. 8240 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati. 707.795.7868.

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Adios!Buena Vista Social Club out on farewell tour The Buena Vista Social Club released their debut, self-titled album in 1997, and introduced America to the spirit of Cuban music. After the album caught fire in the States, a film followed in 1999, along with several solo albums by contributing members, all under the Buena Vista Social Club moniker. The Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club plays the Green Center on Aug. 16, as part of their Adios Tour.

The original band members hit their prime in the 1940s and ’50s, and though some of these integral musicians, like Compay Segundo, Rubén González and Ibrahim Ferrer, have since passed, the current touring ensemble keeps the tradition of Cuban son music alive and well. Surviving members include trumpeter Manuel “Guajiro” Mirabal, laúd player Barbarito Torres, trombonist and conductor Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos, and the multitalented guitarist Eliades Ochoa alongside newer members. The show also features chanteuse Omara Portuondo, who could sing excerpts of a Volvo car manual and make it sound wonderful.

The Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club’s Adios Tour takes arrives Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Green Music Center’s Weill Hall and lawn, 1801 East Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park. 4pm. $15–$45. 866.955.6040. —Eddie Jorgensen

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Rocker Oysterfeller’sAug 16, Bear’s Belly. 14415 Hwy 1, Valley Ford. 707.876.1983.

Rossi’s 1906Aug 14, Vaud & the Villians. Aug 15, Gator Nation. Aug 16, the Tri Tip Trio. Thurs, RT and the Slownoma Rythm Review. 401 Grove St, El Verano. 707.343.0044.

Ruth McGowan’s BrewpubAug 15, Ruby Mountain String Band. Sun, Evening Jazz with Gary Johnson. 131 E First St, Cloverdale. 707.894.9610.

Sebastiani TheatreAug 17, Cynthia Carr & the Cartunes. 476 First St E, Sonoma. 707.996.9756.

SHEDAug 13, Christian Foley-Beining Jazz Trio. 25 North St, Healdsburg. 707.431.7433.

SOMO Village Event CenterAug 12, Ziggy Marley with Steel Pulse. 1100 Valley House Dr, Rohnert Park.

Stark Wine Tasting RoomAug 15, 5pm, the Beautiful Questions and friends. 441 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg. 707.431.8023.

Twin Oaks TavernAug 12, Old School Country Band. Aug 13, the Movers. Aug 14, Pat Jordan Band. Aug 15, 5pm, the Soul Section. Aug 15, 8pm, Diamond Ridge. Aug 16, 5pm, Blues and BBQ with 62 Blues Band. Aug 19, Dallis Craft Band. Mon, Blues Defenders Pro Jam. 5745 Old Redwood Hwy, Penngrove. 707.795.5118.

Whiskey TipAug 14, Blueshift. Aug 15, Family Room Silent Disco. 1910 Sebastopol Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.843.5535.

Wells Fargo Center for the ArtsAug 18, Diana Krall. 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.546.3600.

ZodiacsAug 14, the Stone Foxes and the Grain. Aug 15, Zigaboo Modeliste. Aug 19, BernieFest with Bobby Jo Valentine. 256 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. 707.773.7751.

MARIN COUNTY

Belvedere Community ParkAug 16, 4pm, Sonoma County

Philharmonic Orchestra. 450 San Rafael Ave, Belvedere.

FenixAug 14, the Pulsators. Aug 15, Swing Fever. Aug 16, Schuster and Bay. Aug 18, Lisa Lindsley and Her Tiny Little Trio. Wed, Pro blues jam. 919 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.813.5600.

Gabrielson ParkAug 14, Work in Progress. Anchor St, Sausalito.

George’s NightclubAug 14, Carlos Xavier’s Band. Wed, Rock and R&B Jam. Sat, DJ night. Sun, Mexican Banda. 842 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.226.0262.

Iron Springs Pub & BreweryAug 12, Jazz in the Neighborhood jam. Aug 19, Rusty Evans & Ring of Fire. 765 Center Blvd, Fairfax. 415.485.1005.

Menke ParkAug 16, 5pm, Great Spirit Band. Redwood Ave and Corte Madera Ave, Corte Madera.

Mill Valley Depot PlazaAug 16, 2pm, Swing Fever with Til Dawn. 87 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley.

Mill Valley Golf ClubhouseAug 16, 10:30am, Little Fokies Summer Family Concert Series. 267 Buena Vista, Mill Valley.

19 Broadway ClubAug 12, Tam Valley All Stars. Aug 13, Karamo Susso. Aug 14, Zion-I. Aug 15, Fenton Coolfoot & the Right Time. Aug 16, 4pm, Erika Alstrom Jazz Society. Aug 16, 9pm, Buddy Owen Band. Aug 18, Walt the Dawg. Aug 19, Fiver Brown. Mon, open mic. 17 Broadway Blvd, Fairfax. 415.459.1091.

No Name BarAug 12, Faust & Fox. Aug 13, Jimmy and Ray Ray All Stars. Aug 14, Michael Aragon Quartet. Aug 15, Four and More. Aug 16, 3pm, Flowtilla. Aug 16, 8:30pm, Migrant Pickers and friends. Aug 17, Kimrea and the Dreamdogs. Aug 19, Rick Hardin and friends. Tues, open mic. 757 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.1392.

Old St Hilary’s LandmarkAug 16, 4pm, New West Guitar Group with Sara Gazarek. 201 Esperanza, Tiburon.

Osteria DivinoAug 12, Jonathan Poretz. Aug 13, J Kevin Durkin. Aug 14, Parker Grant Trio. Aug 15, Grant Levin Trio. Aug 16, Jeff Denson’s

Open Sky Trio. Aug 18, Pedro Rosales Con Quimba. Aug 19, Deborah Winters. 37 Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.9355.

Panama Hotel RestaurantAug 12, Kurt Huget and friends. Aug 13, Wanda Stafford. Aug 18, Swing Fever. Aug 19, Donna D’Acuti. 4 Bayview St, San Rafael. 415.457.3993.

Rancho NicasioAug 14, Gary Vogensen’s Ramble. Aug 16, Leon Russell. Sold-out. 1 Old Rancheria Rd, Nicasio. 415.662.2219.

Sausalito SeahorseAug 13, Judy Hall Sextet and Connie Deucey. Aug 14, La Mixta Criolla with Hector Lugo. Aug 15, Havanna Nights with Los Boleros. Aug 16, Mazacote with Louis Romero. Tues, Jazz with Noel Jewkes and friends. Wed, Tango with Marcello and Seth. 305 Harbor View Dr, Sausalito. 415.331.2899.

Sweetwater Music HallAug 12, Buck Nickels & Loose Change with Miracle Mule. Aug 13, Vaud & the Villains. Aug 14, SambaDá. Aug 16, Sean Lehe & the Family Practice. Mon, Open Mic. 19 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.1100.

Terrapin CrossroadsAug 12, Terrapin Family Band. Aug 13, Los Hermanos de la Muerte. Aug 14, Cochrane and friends. Aug 15, Stu Allen and friends. 100 Yacht Club Dr, San Rafael. 415.524.2773.

Throckmorton TheatreAug 12, Juanito Pascual and New Flamenco Trio. Aug 13, Narada Michael Walden Band. 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.

Town Center Corte MaderaAug 16, 2pm, Lovin’ Harmony. 100 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera. 415.924.2961.

NAPA COUNTY

Beringer VineyardsAug 15, Jazz Mirage. 2000 Main St, St Helena, 866.708.9463.

City Winery NapaAug 13, Hip Shake with Full Chizel. Aug 14, Marc Cohn with Phil Cody. Sold-out. Aug 16, Vaud & the Villains. Aug 18, Kristen Van Dyke & the Bunnies with the Amber Snider Band. Aug 19, Richie Furay with Empty Pockets. 1030 Main St, Napa. 707.260.1600.

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Galleries

SONOMA COUNTY

Aqus CafeThrough Sep 27, “Birds Show,” several artists interpret feathered creatures. 189 H St, Petaluma. 707.778.6060.

ArtFlare GalleryAug 14-30, “Words & Images: Poets & Artists,” SoCo Women’s Art Group presents works by Batja Cates, Barbara Goodman

and others with poetry readings every Friday night. 3840 Finley Ave, Bldg 33, Santa Rosa. Fri-Sun.

Art Museum of Sonoma CountyThrough Sep 20, “SLANG Aesthetics: The Art of Robert Williams,” brings together a collection of paintings, drawings and sculpture from the godfather of surreal pop art. 505 B St, Santa Rosa. 707.579.1500.

Arts Guild of SonomaThrough Aug 30, “Jackie Lee,” featured artist creates stunning and detailed black-and-white drawings. 140 E Napa St, Sonoma. Wed-Thurs and Sun-Mon, 11 to 5; Fri-Sat, 11 to 8. 707.996.3115.

Bodega Bay Heritage GalleryThrough Sep 27, “I Dreamt I Was Painting” landscapes by pioneering animator and Disney director Joshua Meador are imaginative and distinct. 1785 Coast Hwy 1, Bodega Bay. Wed-Sun, 10 to 5. 707.875.2911.

BV Whiskey Bar & GrilleThrough Aug 31, “Gil Kofman: Surfers,” famed photographer displays. 400 First St E, Sonoma. Open for lunch, noon to 3pm, and dinner, 5pm to 9pm. Bar open noon to midnight. 707.938.7110.

Calabi GalleryThrough Aug 15, “Summer Selection,” featuring works by Douglas Ballou, Eva Belishova and Bob Dreier, as well as other gallery artists. 456 10th St, Santa Rosa. Tues-Sun, 11 to 5. 707.781.7070.

Christie Marks Fine ArtThrough Aug 30, “Mi Valle (My Valley), a California Journey” features photographs by former “Modesto Bee” staff photographer, Adrian Mendoza. 312 South A St #7, Santa Rosa. Thurs-Sun, noon to 5 PM, and by appointment. 707.695.1011.

Chroma GalleryThrough Sep 13, “Like Nothing Seen Before,” group show displays collage and assemblage works. 312 South A St, Santa Rosa. 707.293.6051.

EoMega GroveThrough Aug 30, “Photography & Jewelry Group Show,”

renowned photographer Bo Svenson and master jewelers Joanne Quirino and Dianne Collins display. 7327 Occidental Rd, Sebastopol. Various 707.824.5632.

Finley Community CenterThrough Sep 3, “Mariko Irie,” a solo exhibit of watercolor and oil paintings from the artist, Mariko Irie. 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa. Mon-Fri, 8 to 7; Sat, 9 to 11am 707.543.3737.

Gaia’s GardenThrough Sep 15, “Paintings by Suzy O’Donald” 1899 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat; lunch and brunch, Sun. 707.544.2491.

Gallery OneThrough Sep 2, “California Colors,” with featured artists Laura Culver, Judy Klausenstock, Alan Plisskin and Terry Sauve. Through Sep 15, “Abstractions,” works by Mandy Bankson, Else Gonella, Marilyn Jennings and others display. 209 Western Ave, Petaluma. 707.778.8277.

Galletta GalleryThrough Sep 13, “Chairs,” an artistic presentation of a household object. 282 South High St, Sebastopol. Tues-Fri, 10am to 4pm; Sat-Sun, 1pm to 4pm 707.829.4797.

Healdsburg Center for the ArtsThrough Aug 16, “Clay & Glass,” sculpture works by more than a dozen artists display. 130 Plaza St, Healdsburg. Daily, 11 to 6. 707.431.1970.

History Museum of Sonoma CountyThrough Aug 30, “I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story” traveling Smithsonian exhibit comes to Santa Rosa. Through Aug 30, “LIFE, Labor, and Purpose,” the renowned photography of of Hansel Mieth and Otto Hagel displays. 425 Seventh St, Santa Rosa. Tues-Sun, 11am to 4pm. 707.579.1500.

Look Up GalleryThrough Aug 22, “BEARS/OSOS,” works by Blake Little and Juan Antonio Siverio explores the power

of masculinity and depicts moments of bear life in new and compelling ways. 16290 Main Street, Guerneville. daily, 11am to 9pm 415.640.8882.

Mahoney Library GalleryAug 17-Sep 20, “Amazonia: The History of Nature,” collaborative works from Bob and Lynada Nugent takes inspriation from the Amazon Basin of Brazil and Peru. Reception, Sep 17 at 4pm. SRJC, 680 Sonoma Mountain Pkwy, Petaluma. Mon-Thurs, 8 to 9; Fri, 9 to 1; Sat, 10 to 3. 707.778.3974.

Occidental Center for the ArtsThrough Aug 23, “Holes,” group exhibit by members of the Pointless Sisters, an art quilt group. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct, Occidental. 707.874.9392.

Paradise Ridge WineryThrough Apr 30, “Conversations in Sculpture,” 11 artists provide an artistic statement that introduces a conversational topic. 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Dr, Santa Rosa. Daily, 11am-5pm 707.528.9463.

The PassdoorThrough Aug 30, “Blurred Lines,” Timothy Teruo Watters exhibits his expressive realist oil paintings and watercolors. 6780 McKinley St, Sebastopol. 707.634.0015.

Prince GalleryThrough Sep 7, “Forming Figments,” solos show from emerging local artist Justin Ringlein is a testament to imagination. 122 American Alley, Petaluma. 707.889.0371.

Quercia GalleryThrough Sep 28, “The River Runs Through It,” artist Chris Grassano’s paintings capture the wildlife of west Sonoma County. 25193 Hwy 116, Duncans Mills. 707.865.0243.

Riverfront Art GalleryThrough Sep 6, “Showin’ on the River,” eclectic exhibit features works from over 40 artists in all media. 132 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma. Wed, Thurs and Sun, 11 to 6. Fri-Sat, 11 to 8. 707.775.4ART.

Sculpturesite GalleryThrough Aug 23, “Vernissage,” inaugural show in the galleries new location debuts new work from Arizona artist Judith Stewart, Southern California’s Jon Krawczyk and others. 14301 Arnold Dr, Ste 8, Glen Ellen. Daily, 10 to 5. 707.933.1300.

Sebastopol GalleryThrough Aug 15, “A Couple of Artists,” featuring works from pastel painter Bert Kaplan and glass artist Susanna Kaplan. 150 N Main St, Sebastopol. Open daily, 11 to 6. 707.829.7200.

Slaughterhouse SpaceThrough Aug 15, “The Battle of Mara,” new paintings from artist Laine Justice. 280 Chiquita Rd, Healdsburg. Sat, noon to 5, and by appointment. 707.431.1514.

Sonoma Valley Museum of ArtThrough Aug 23, “The Intimate Diebenkorn,” presents works from artist Richard Diebenkorn’s career, from abstractions to landscapes. 551 Broadway, Sonoma. Wed-Sun, 11am to 5pm. 707.939.SVMA.

Stones ThrowThrough Sep 15, “Art of the Mystical Divine,” artist Suzanne de Veuve displays striking paintings of worldly images and influence. 15 Charles Street, Cotati. Tues-Sat, 11am to 5:30pm. Sun, Noon to 5pm. 707.242.6669.

Tea Room CafeThrough Sep 1, “Embers & Dahlias,” two new series of abstract photographs by Bill Dodge. 316 Western Ave, Petaluma. 707.765.0199.

Thumbprint CellarsThrough Aug 18, “Northern California Landscapes,” photography exhibit by Sonoma County artist Alexis Greenberg. 102 Matheson St, Healdsburg. 11 to 6, daily 707.433.2393.

Upstairs Art GalleryThrough Aug 30, “As I See It,” new works by artist Tony Mininno push the boundaries of oils with a vibrant and expressive style. 306 Center St, Healdsburg. Sun-Thurs, 10 to 6; Fri-Sat, 10 to 9. 707.431.4214.

Wells Fargo Center for the ArtsThrough Aug 30, “Root 101,” new outdoor Sculpture Garden and Art Walk opens with a show featuring redwood sculptures by highly acclaimed local artist Bruce Johnson. 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa. Daily, noon-6pm 707.546.3600.

MARIN COUNTY

Bay Model Visitor CenterThrough Aug 23, “Connections: Women Environmental

Artists,” 12 artists present their hopes for the endangered wildlife of the Marin Coast. 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.3871.

Desta Art & Tea GalleryAug 15-Oct 1, “Illusion of Depth,” artwork by renowned painter Fritz Rauh and sculptor Gary Marsh is kinetic and curious. Reception, Sep 4 at 6pm. 417 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo.

Gallery Route OneThrough Sep 12, “Box Show,” annual exhibit offers several artists re-defining the box. 11101 Hwy 1, Pt Reyes Station. Wed-Mon, 11 to 5. 415.663.1347.

The Image FlowThrough Sep 11, “Doug Ethridge & Ann Pallesen,” the photographer shows his recent work from Cuba and the artist displays her California landscapes. 401 Miller Ave, Ste. A, Mill Valley. 415.388.3569.

Marin Society of Artists GalleryThrough Aug 30, “Fall Rental Show,” popular exhibit features original artworks which are for rent. Works may be rented during the show, or later directly from the artist. 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross. Mon-Thurs, 11am to 4pm; Sat-Sun, noon to 4pm. 415.454.9561.

MarinMOCAThrough Aug 16, “Ambassadors of Hope & Opportunity,” panel mural organization and designed by youth, for the future of youth who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Through Aug 16, “Collaboration,” unpredictable exhibit features MarinMOCA members working together and getting out of their comfort zone. Novato Arts Center, Hamilton Field, 500 Palm Dr, Novato. Wed-Sun, 11 to 4. 415.506.0137.

O’Hanlon Center for the ArtsThrough Aug 20, “Bay Area Women Artists,” celebratory group show is juried by Donna Seager and Suzanne Gray. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. Tues-Sat, 10am to 2pm; also by appointment. 415.388.4331.

San Geronimo Valley Community CenterThrough Aug 27, “Photographers Group Show,” local works include landscapes, still life, nature and abstract images. 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo. 415.488.8888.

Aug 12Redwood Cafe, “Three New Artists,” Henry White, Christine DeMao and Sarah Maxon vary from paintings to photography. 6pm. 8240 Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati. 707.795.7868.

Sebastopol Library, “Picture a Story,” calling children of all ages to enjoy a roomful of books and illustrations by talented local authors and artists. 6pm. 7140 Bodega Ave, Sebastopol. 707.823.7691.

Aug 14Falkirk Cultural Center, “The Creative Spirit,” 2D and 3D works by the eighteen members of the Golden Gate Marin Artists group. 5pm. 1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael. 415.485.3438.

Aug 15Graton Gallery, “Souvenirs,” solo show from artist Mylette Welch is presented alongside the gallery’s juried cigar box show. 2pm. 9048 Graton Rd, Graton. 707.829.8912.

Petaluma Arts Center, “All That Glitters,” a look at wondrous modern glass art and jewelery is presented in this collaborative exhibit with IceHouse Gallery. 5pm. 230 Lakeville St, Petaluma. 707.762.5600.

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Food & DrinkApple Galette WorkshopLearn how to craft the perfect galette with pastry chef Lorrette Patzwald, includes lunch. Aug 19, 12pm. $60. SHED, 25 North St, Healdsburg. 707.431.7433.

Clay with Your Food: The Art of the PlateJoin Louis Maldonado, former “Top Chef” star and executive chef of Spoonbar, and Jered Nelson, handcrafter of exquisite dinnerware, for a discussion and demonstration on the art of plating. Aug 16, 3pm. $50. Spoonbar, 219 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg. 707.433.7222.

Eat, Drink & Be Vegan!Benefit for Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch includes four-course meal and wine pairing from Napa Valley Vegan’s founder Tonia Brow and City Winery’s executive chef Joseph Panarello. Aug 15, 5:30pm. $85. City Winery Napa, 1030 Main St, Napa. 707.260.1600.

Sonoma County VegFestCelebration of compassionate eating includes dozens of vendors, authors and experts, cooking demos, kids area and

more. Aug 15, 10am. $5. Finley Community Center, 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa. 707.543.3737.

Wags, Whiskers & Wine GalaEnjoy wine, food, live music, silent and live auction and adoptable animals. Aug 14, 5:30pm. $175. Trentadue Winery, 19170 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville. 707.542.0882, ext 203.

Lectures1960s Folk & Folk RockRock historian Richie Unterberger celebrates and reminisces about “that old-time rock ’n’ roll” and how it merged with folk traditions in the ‘60s. Aug 14, 12pm. Free. Marin Civic Center, 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael. 415.499.6400.

Aquarium of the BayConversational program brings the bay, its animals and their habitats to you. Sat, Aug 15, 11:30am. Free. Bay Model Visitor Center, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.3871.

Artist Talk with William UnderhillUnderhill shares memories about his times with artist Richard O’Hanlon, and gives a visual presentation of his own work as a sculptor and

craftsman. Aug 18, 7pm. $10. O’Hanlon Center for the Arts, 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.4331.

Backpacking Basics for the Deaf & Hard of HearingOverview of planning, preparing and gear. Learn how to choose a pack, select proper clothing and footwear. Aug 15, 9am. REI Corte Madera, 213 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera. 415.927.1938.

Kevin Jorgeson & Tommy CaldwellHear Caldwell and Santa Rosa native Jorgeson share stories of their historic free ascent of the El Capitan’s Dawn Wall that gained them international fame. Aug 16, 8pm. $30-$40. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa. 707.546.3600.

Kicking FacebookA serio-comic talk from Margery Kreitman discusses what it means to be a part of the digital world. Aug 15, 7pm. $15. O’Hanlon Center for the Arts, 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.4331.

Lucid Dreaming MeditationLearn about the intentional experiences of Kundalini with Ted Esser. Aug 12, 7pm. First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael, 1510 Fifth St, San Rafael.

Seager Gray GalleryThrough Aug 30, “Embodiment,” presents the figure in various forms exploring our special relationship to the human in art. 108 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley.

Stinson Beach GalleryThrough Sep 1, “Speaking in Dreams,” featuring the works of Cheryl Maeder and Julie B Montgomery. 3445 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach. Fri-Sun, Noon to 5pm And by appointment 415.729.4489.

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ComedyRachel FeinsteinThe actress and standup, who has been seen on “Last Comic Standing” and “Inside Amy Schumer,” performs at the James Dunn Theatre. Aug 15, 7pm. $15-$50. College of Marin Kentfield Campus, 835 College Ave, Kentfield, step-on-it-presents.com.

Tuesday Night LiveComedians at the top of their game, both brand-new rising stars and names known world-wide, are featured in another special lineup of laughs. Tues, 8pm. $17-$27. Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.

Dance’50s & ’60s Dinner DancePetaluma Sons of Italy present the event, with music by the Boogie Aces. Aug 15, 6:30pm. $25. Lucchesi Community Center, 320 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma. 707.588.2719.

EventsBrain Fair PreviewFour brain experts discuss how to happily transition to thriving elderhood with attitude and fun. Aug 17, 9am. Free. Healdsburg Senior Center, 133 Matheson St, Healdsburg.

‘Descendants of Light’ Pre-Publication PartyPreviewing her upcoming book, Penny Wolin shows never-before-seen photographs of some of the iconic American photographers of Jewish ancestry she interviewed, and speaks about her travels. Aug 13, 7pm. Rialto Cinemas, 6868 McKinley St, Sebastopol. 707.528.4222.

Didgeridoo & Native Flutes Sound HealingTap into this ancestral wisdom and community connection with ceremonial sound practitioner René Jenkins. Aug 12, 7pm. Unity in Marin, 600 Palm Dr, Novato.

Summer Music SeriesWander through food trucks, set up a picnic, listen to live bands, and sip on a glass (or a bottle) of signature wine. Aug 15, 12pm. $10 tasting fee. Pelligrini Family Vineyards, 4055 West Olivet Rd, Santa Rosa, 1.800.891.0244.

Field TripsPerseid Meteor Shower ViewingWith favorable conditions forecast, this year’s annual meteor shower event is sure to light up the skies. Aug 12, 9pm. $8 per auto. Robert Ferguson Observatory, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood. 707.833.6979.

Qigong & SaunterMeditative morning is guided by qigong instructor Jamie Shulander. Registration required. Aug 15, 9am. Carrington Ranch, Coleman Valley Rd, Bodega Bay, landpaths.org.

Riparian RestorationJoin in restoring stream-side habitat at the San Geronimo Golf Course. RSVP to Preston Brown at preston@tirn.net. Sat, Aug 15, 10am. San Geronimo Valley Community Center, 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo. 415.488.8888.

Sanctuary Bird WalkLed by experienced staff of volunteers. Second Thurs of every month, 10am. Richardson Bay Audubon Center, 376 Greenwood Beach Rd, Tiburon. 415.388.2524.

Spanish Language Nature HikeLa caminata tendrá una duración de una hora y media. Nos reuniremos en el centro de visitantes a la derecha de la entrada. Aug 15, 10am. $8 per auto. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood. 707.833.5712.

FilmThe Amazing YouA breathtaking journey to personal fulfillment with leaders, visionaries, entrepreneurs, authors, rock stars and polar explorers. Aug 14, 7pm. $20. Unity in Marin, 600 Palm Dr, Novato.

CatharsisSpecial screening of the new film, about two time travelers who witness a geo-cataclysmic event, includes Q&A with film makers following the feature. Aug 12, 8pm. Roxy Stadium 14, 85 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa.

The Dark Side of OzA live screening of the urban legend that pairs Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” with classic film “The Wizard of Oz.” Aug 12, 7pm. 755 After Dark (Aubergine), 755 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol. 707.829.2722.

Exhibition on Screen: The ImpressionistsScreening event lets you view an exhibition focusing on the 19th-century Parisian art of Cezanne, Monet, Degas, Renoir and others. Aug 13, 6pm. Lark Theater, 549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur. 415.924.5111.

Film & ForkThe recent drama “Mr Holmes” is paired with dinner at Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen. Aug 19, 5:30pm. $50. Cameo Cinema, 1340 Main St, St Helena. 707.963.3946.

Pilot ErrorDrama follows a woman investigating the disappearance of Air France flight 447. Screening includes Q&A with cast member and veteran actor Richard Riehle and a wine reception. Aug 17, 8pm. $20. Cameo Cinema, 1340 Main St, St Helena. 707.963.3946.

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ARTFUL PLATING Spoonbar chef Louis Maldonado and dinnerware designer Jered Nelson get crafty about food presentation with a discussion and demonstration at Spoonbar in Healdsburg on Sunday, Aug. 16. See Food & Drink, below.

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Psychic Medium Sandra O’HaraInternationally renowned medium from Ireland is known for her natural ability to bring through evidential messages from those in the Spirit world. Aug 14, 7pm. Open Secret, 923 C St, San Rafael. 415.457.4191.

Root to LeafA talk and tasting for those who endeavor to eat all of their vegetables, presented by chef Steven Satterfield. Aug 16, 3pm. $30. SHED, 25 North St, Healdsburg. 707.431.7433.

ReadingsBook PassageAug 12, 7pm, “The Book of Roads” with Phil Cousineau. Aug 12-16, 9am, Travel Writers & Photographers Conference. Aug 13, 7:30pm, an evening with Susan Casey & Tim Cahill. $12. Aug 14, 8pm, an evening with Peter Menzel & Faith D’Aluisio. Aug 15, 8pm, an evening with Don George & Andrew McCarthy. $12. Aug 18, 7pm, “Jewels of Allah” with Nina Ansary & Rahimeh Andaliban. Aug 19, 7pm, Marin Shakespeare Company discussion of “Don Quixote.” 51 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera 415.927.0960.

Cadet Wine & Beer BarAug 17, 6pm, Summer Drinking Series: Charles Bukowski, with dress up, drinks and books. 930 Franklin St, Napa 707.224.4400.

Coffee CatzAug 16, 12:30pm, Third Sunday Poetry Open Mic, with poet Ann Marie Cheney reading. 6761 Sebastopol Ave, Sebastopol 707.829.6600.

Dance PalaceAug 16, 2pm, “West Marin Review: Volume 6” Launch Party. 503 B St, Pt Reyes Station 415.663.1075.

Guerneville LibraryAug 13, 12:30pm, Book Discussion Group, looking at “The Woman Upstairs” by Claire Massud 14107 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville 707.869.9004.

Healdsburg Center for the ArtsAug 15, 4pm, “What Happened Here” with Bonnie ZoBell. 130 Plaza St, Healdsburg 707.431.1970.

Jamison’s Roaring DonkeyAug 17, 6:30pm, “The

Homemade Vegan Pantry” with Miyoko Schinner. 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma 707.772.5478.

San Rafael Copperfield’s BooksAug 12, 7pm, “Rollercoaster: How a Man Can Survive His Partner’s Breast Cancer” with Woody Weingarten. Aug 13, 7pm, Marin Poetry Center Summer Traveling Show. 850 Fourth St, San Rafael 415.524.2800.

Sebastopol Copperfield’s BooksAug 14, 7pm, “Mexican Eskimo” with Anker Frankoni. 138 N Main St, Sebastopol 707.823.2618.

TheaterCharlotte’s WebHeartwarming tale of friendship between Wilbur the pig and his wise friend Charlotte the spider comes to life in a fresh family show. Through Aug 16. $18-$22. Marin Theatre Company, 397 Miller Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.5208.

Don QuixoteMarin Shakespeare Company presents a new adaption of the classic story that features award-winning actor Ron Campbell in his first appearance with MSC. Through Aug 30. $10-$35. Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, 890 Belle Ave, Dominican University, San Rafael. 415.499.4488.

James & the Giant PeachRoald Dahl’s classic story comes to life in this play that’s fun for the whole family. Through Aug 16. $12-$18. Cloverdale Performing Arts Center, 209 N Cloverdale Blvd, Cloverdale. 707.894.3222.

The Last Five YearsThis musical about the life and death of young love has been embraced by new generations of musical theater lovers. Aug 13-15, 7pm. Jarvis Conservatory, 1711 Main St, Napa. 707.255.5445. This musical about the life and death of young love has been embraced by new generations of musical theater lovers. Aug 13-15, 8pm. $30. Raven Theater Windsor, 195 Windsor River Rd, Windsor. 707.433.6335.

A Midsummer Night’s DreamPegasus Theater presents the Shakespeare fantasy in the newly reopened Riverkeeper Park Amphitheater. www.

pegasustheater.com. Through Aug 30. Riverkeeper Park, 16153 Main St, Guerneville.

Off to the CloudBroadway meets Silicon Valley in this virtual vaudeville performance from Mark Gindick and Lexy Fridell, as part of the Transcendence Artist Series. Aug 19, 5pm. $35-$65. Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, 24724 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, 877.424.1414.

The Pirates of PenzanceGilbert and Sullivan’s ribald musical comedy is presented by the Ross Valley Players. Through Aug 16. $29-$33. Barn Theatre, Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross. 415.456.9555.

Rhythm of LifeTranscendence Theatre’s “Broadway Under the Stars” summer series continues a show that combines electrifying dance, intricate harmonies and lively musical medleys. Through Aug 23. $29 and up. Jack London State Park, 2400 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen, 877.424.1414.

Shrek the MusicalFamily-friendly theater at its best. Through Aug 16. Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.383.9600.

The Quintessential QuartetFundraising musical revue features Julie Ekoue-Totou and Daniela Innocenti-Beem with Sean O’Brien and Robert Nelson. Aug 14-15, 8pm. $25. Novato Theater Playhouse, 5420 Nave Dr, Novato. 415.883.4498.

Twelfth NightDirected by David Lear, the delightful comedy is performed under the stars and in the ruins of the Cannery, presented by Vacant Lot Productions and the Arlene Francis Center. Through Aug 15. $5-$25. Shakespeare in the Cannery, 3 West Third St, Santa Rosa.

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AstrologyARIES (March 21–April 19) To ensure the full accuracy of this horoscope, I have been compelled to resurrect an old-fashioned English word that isn’t used much any more: “gambol.” It means to cavort and frolic in a playful manner, or to romp and skip around with mad glee, as if you are unable to stop yourself from dancing. The astrological omens seem unambiguous in their message: In order to cultivate the state of mind that will enable you to meet all your dates with destiny in the coming weeks, you need to gambol at least once every day.

TAURUS (April 20–May 20) Do you remember your first kiss? How about the first time you had sex? Although those events may not have been perfectly smooth and graceful, they were radical breakthroughs that changed your life and altered your consciousness. Since then, there may have been a few other intimate rites of passage that have impacted you with similar intensity. No doubt you will experience others in the future. In fact, I suspect that the next installments are due to arrive in the coming months. Get ready for further initiations in these mysteries.

GEMINI (May 21–June 20) Two-thirds of us don’t know what our strengths and talents are. That’s the conclusion of a study published in The Journal of Positive Psychology. One reason for the problem is what the report’s co-author, Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener, calls “strengths blindness,” in which we neglect our real powers because we regard them as ordinary or take them for granted. Here’s the good news, Gemini: If you suffer from even a partial ignorance about the nature of your potentials, the coming months will be a favorable time to remedy that glitch. Life will conspire to help you see the truth. (Read more: bit.ly/truestrengths.)

CANCER (June 21–July 22) In 1504, Michelangelo finished his sculpture of the Biblical hero David. But he hadn’t been the first person to toil on the 17-foot-high block of marble. Forty years earlier, the artist Agostino di Duccio was commissioned to carve David out of the stone. His work was minimal, however. He did little more than create the rough shape of the legs and torso. In 1476, Antonio Rossellino resumed where Agostino had stopped, but he didn’t last long, either. By the time Michelangelo launched his effort, the massive slab had languished for 25 years. I see parallels between this story and your own, Cancerian. I suspect that you will be invited to take on a project that has been on hold or gotten delayed. This may require you to complete labors that were begun by others—or maybe instigated by you when you were in a very different frame of mind.

LEO (July 23–August 22) Many people harbor the unconscious bias that beauty resides primarily in things that are polished, sleek and perfect. Celebrities work hard and spend a lot of money to cultivate their immaculate attractiveness, and are often treated as if they have the most pleasing appearance that human beings can have. Art that is displayed in museums has equally flawless packaging. But the current astrological omens suggest that it’s important for you to appreciate a different kind of beauty: the crooked, wobbly, eccentric stuff. For the foreseeable future, that’s where you’ll find the most inspiration.

VIRGO (August 23–September 22) “No tree can grow to Heaven unless its roots reach down to Hell,” wrote psychologist Carl Jung in his book Aion. My interpretation: We earn the right to experience profound love and brilliant light by becoming familiar with shadows and suffering. Indeed, it may not be possible to ripen into our most radiant beauty without having tangled with life’s ugliness. According to my understanding of your long-term cycle, Virgo, you have dutifully completed an extended phase of downward growth. In the next extended phase, however, upward growth will predominate. You did reasonably well on the hellish stuff; now comes the more heavenly rewards.

LIBRA (September 23–October 22) The Great Balancing Act of 2015 doesn’t demand that you be a wishy-washy, eager-to-please, self-canceling harmony whore. Purge such possibilities from your mind. What

the Great Balancing Act asks of you is to express what you stand for with great clarity. It invites you to free yourself, as much as you can, from worrying about what people think of you. It encourages you to be shaped less by the expectations of others and more by what you really want. Do you know what you really want, Libra? Find out! (P.S.: Your task is not to work on the surface level, trying to manipulate the appearance of things. Focus your efforts in the depths of yourself.)

SCORPIO (October 23–November 21) Muslims, Jews and Christians are collaborating to erect a joint house of worship in Berlin. The building, scheduled to be finished by 2018, will have separate areas for each religion as well as a common space for members of all three to gather. Even if you don’t belong to any faith, you may be inspired by this pioneering effort to foster mutual tolerance. I offer it up to you as a vivid symbol of unity. May it help inspire you to take full advantage of your current opportunities to heal schisms, build consensus and cultivate harmony.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22–December 21) In some phases of your life, you have been a wanderer. You’ve had a fuzzy sense of where you belong. It has been a challenge to know which target you should aim your arrows at. During those times, you may have been forceful but not as productive as you’d like to be; you may have been energetic but a bit too inefficient to accomplish wonders and marvels. From what I can tell, one of those wandering seasons is now coming to a close. In the months ahead, you will have a growing clarity about where your future power spot is located—and may even find the elusive sanctuary called “home.” Here’s a good way to prepare for this transition: Spend a few hours telling yourself the story of your origins. Remember all the major events of your life as if you were watching a movie.

CAPRICORN (December 22–January 19) You have been slowing to a crawl as you approach an exciting transition. But I’m here to advise you to resume normal speed. There’s no need for excessive caution. You have paid your dues; you have made your meticulous arrangements; you have performed your quiet heroisms. Now it’s time to relax into the rewards you have earned. Lighten your mood, Capricorn. Welcome the onrushing peace and start planning how you will capitalize on your new freedom.

AQUARIUS (January 20–February 18) “Most people reach the top of the ladder of success only to find it’s leaning against the wrong wall.” Aquarian actor Paul Sorensen said that. It’s no coincidence that I’m bringing this theory to your attention right now. The coming months will be a good time to determine whether the ladder you have been climbing is leaning against the right wall or wrong wall. My advice is to question yourself at length. Be as objective as possible. Swear to tell yourself the whole truth. If, after your investigations, you decide it is indeed the wrong wall, climb down from the ladder and haul it over to the right wall. And if you’re satisfied that you are where you should be, celebrate!

PISCES (February 19–March 20) When he served as Italian prime minister, Silvio Berlusconi denigrated the cuisine of Finland. “Finns don’t even know what prosciutto is,” he sneered. At best, he said, their food is to be “endured.” He mocked the “marinated reindeer” they eat. But Finland fought back against the insults. In an international pizza contest held in New York, their chefs won first Prize for their “Pizza Berlusconi,” a specialty pizza that featured marinated reindeer. The Italian entry finished second. I foresee you enjoying a comparable reversal in the coming months, Pisces. And it all begins now.

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