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Don’t miss theLGBT Green Valley Growers Hydrangea Tour!Important Event Coming Up for You:SPECIAL EVENTLGBT Green Valley Growers Hydrangea TourSPECTACULAR GUIDED TOUR! When: Wednesday July 17th, 9:30 to noonCost: $10 Members | $20 Non-Members(Space is limited; max 25 folks can attend)Go HERE to register, or call our front desk at 707-829-2440(Meet up details provided once you register) Jerry Bolduan and his husband, Paul Gussenhoven, have invited us to their famous Hydrangea Flower Farm! We will take a walking tour of his property (it has some stairs and bumpy terrain). Jerry tells fascinating stories while touring this active business, a shady green oasis near Graton […]

The Night Belongs To You at the Twilight T-Dance, the signature event of Gay Wine Weekend! COMING UP IN 2 WEEKSReserve your tickets now for the gay event of the season – the Twilight T-Dance at the prestigious La Crema Winery estate. Join us for a night of celebration under the Sonoma sky, dancing to the sounds of DJ Blackwell. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to dance, connect, and celebrate community in a setting that promises unforgettable memories and lasting friendships. Act swiftly to bask in the enchantment of Sonoma Wine Country – reserve your place today and prepare to create cherished memories […]

Join the Sonoma County Library for events throughout the month of July, from a virtual talk with bestselling author Elizabeth Acevedo to live music performances. All events are free and you don’t need a library card to attend; registration is required for select events. See some of our July events below! All Ages Trio Nuevo Amanecer enchants audiences with romantic ballads of Latin America, classic folk songs, traditional Mexican music, and more. Catch a performance at these libraries: Roseland, Sonoma Valley, Rohnert Park-Cotati, Sebastopol, Healdsburg, or Cloverdale. Keenan Webster: Afro Roots World MusicExperience the sounds of West African music with Keenan Webster! Webster’s mission is […]

The Sonoma-Marin Fair is making waves this summer with its exciting “Cow-A-Bunga” themed event, taking place from June 20-23 in Petaluma, CA. This four-day extravaganza promises endless fun, entertainment, and a celebration of community spirit. With free carnival rides and entertainment included with fair admission, attendees are in for a treat. The Sonoma-Marin Fair has something for everyone, from thrilling concerts to educational agricultural exhibits. Visitors can immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere and enjoy a variety of attractions and activities for all ages. The daily fair favorites, such as Hypnotist Michael Mezmer and Salsa Steel, are back. Plus, families […]

A flock of unique and vibrant birds has arrived in Sonoma! Lacy Atkins, a Sonoma County resident and acclaimed artist, has crafted the Kinky Birds ceramic sculptures. Inspired by the play and film, Kinky Boots, these birds embrace individuality and self-expression with their quirky style and signature red boots. Celebrate your true self with the eccentric and charming Kinky Birds, the weirder, the better! Kinky Birds celebrate being your authentic self – no matter how quirky, twisted, or unexpected.   Join artist Lacy Atkins and friends for the Kinky Birds opening reception on June 15th from 4 to 6. This art exhibit celebration […]

Join Positive Images LGBTQIA+ Center and North Bay LGBTQI Families for a Social Saturday: Intergenerational Gathering on June 15th from 12pm-3pm at Spring Lake Regional Park! All LGBTQIA+ youth, families, adults, and elders are welcomed at Social Saturdays, which are a recurring series of monthly events taking place throughout Sonoma County where we are seeking to bring community across generations, particularly gender expansive youth, teens, and adults.  At our June gathering we are invited by Sonoma County Regional Parks for a queer social at Spring Lake lagoon! We will have some wristbands set aside for those that want to play […]

It’s June, and that means it’s time to celebrate Pride Month!  Sonoma County Library honors Pride through our collections, events, and programs—celebrate this June and beyond with all the library has to offer! Join us for upcoming Pride Month events and learn more here.  Events for All Crafting with Creativebug: Rainbow Painting(For Teens & Adults)Create bold images and celebrate Pride with Creativebug! Follow along with an art demo while learning about the history of Pride. Advance registration encouraged. At three libraries: Central Santa Rosa, Northwest Santa Rosa, and Cloverdale. Queer Book Club(For Adults)Join us virtually to discuss this month’s read, Gideon the Ninth. Queer Book […]

 Kiesza headlines the Sonoma County Pride 2024 Festival Main StageGraton Resort & Casino‘s Sonoma County Pride is proud to return to Courthouse Square for the 39th Annual Pride Festival, presented by Keysight Technologies, Sonoma County Family YMCA and Deep Eddy Vodka.  Join us in celebrating the 39th annual Pride Parade & Festival, paying tribute to our local “Queeroes.” This event is not only for members of the LGBTQ+ community but for allies and supporters alike. It’s a lively, joyous gathering that welcomes peoples from all walks of life as we honor the extraordinary contributions, resilience, and achievements of Queer individuals in our community. This year’s […]