What's happening this week in Sebastopol? April 3-9
What's happening this week in Sebastopol? April 3-9
Eco-events, Electrification and Easter Egg Hunts
Fierce Consciousness: Surviving the Sorrows of Earth and Self:
A reading and discussion with authors Trebbe Johnson and Francis Weller
Tuesday, April 4, 5:30 pm to 7 pm at the Laguna Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa (right out High School Road). Sliding Scale: $10-20.
In her new book, Trebbe Johnson reveals 34 practices that are smart, tough, and surprising that offer guidance not only for surviving challenges to our personal lives and our ailing planet, but also engaging with them in ways that give new meaning and beauty to daily experience. Pre-registration required. Reserve your spot.
Sebastopol City Council Meeting
Tuesday, April 4, 6 pm at Sebastopol Youth Annex, 425 Morris Street, Sebastopol (or on Zoom)
At this meeting, the council will discuss the recruitment of a city manager and city attorney; parklet guidelines; a mobile home rent stabilization ordinance; a request for $20,000 in funding from SAVS (Horizon Shine); and an update of the Mental Health Respose Program. See the agenda and Zoom link here.
Tips and Strategies for Electrifying Your Home
Wednesday, April 5, 7 pm at Sebastopol Grange, 6000 Sebastopol Ave. (Hwy. 16). Free.
At this month’s Carbon Conversations, come learn from building decarbonization expert Sean Armstrong of Redwood Energy about products and strategies for electrification that work. Learn what is possible, why do this, some examples and strategies, how to pay for it, energy savings, and where to get help to do it. Learn more.
Learn Social Square Dancing
Wednesday, April 5, 7 to 8:30 pm, at Wischemann Hall, 465 Morris St., Sebastopol. Free introductory class; the 13-session class is $130.
Easy-to-learn calls get you square dancing in just 13 weeks with the Redwood Rainbows Square Dance Club. No partner needed. Casual Attire. Reserve your spot.
Intro to Ceramics for Youth (Ages 12-16)
Thursdays, April 6 to 27, 4 to 5 pm at Sebastopol Center for the Arts, 282 S. High St., Sebastopol. $125.
This 4-week class will get students acquainted with the ceramics studio while learning the art of ceramics production. Reserve a spot.
CANCELLED: NBLA Sunday Funnies Special Workshop
Thursday, April 6 and April 26, 4 to 6:30 pm at North Bay Letterpress Arts, 925-D Gravenstein Highway South, Sebastopol. $150.
Day 1: Join Sonoma County local Lex Fajardo and NBLA Director Andrew Mecum as they help students sketch out several characters and ink one. Day 2: Students return to print their comic characters on special polymer plates, which are designed for letterpress printing. Students leave this workshop with their sketches, the final inked drawing, and a stack of prints they pulled, as well the special polymer plate. Reserve your spot.
First Fridays at Chimera Arts
Friday, April 7, 5 to 8 pm, 6791 Sebastopol Ave., Sebastopol. Free.
A showcase of the local maker community—live music, interactive projects, demos, wine and beer, and more. Learn more.
The Freedom of New Beginnings: Poetry and Music
Saturday, April 8, 4:30 pm-7 pm at the Sebastopol Community Cultural Center, Main Hall, 390 Morris St., Sebastopol. $15.
Enjoy an inspiring afternoon of music and poetry with present and former Sonoma County Poet Laureates and performances by Onye & The Messengers! All the poets will be reading their own poems from The “Freedom of New Beginnings: Poems of Witness and Vision from Sonoma County, California,” an extraordinary anthology assembled by Phyllis Meshulam with Gail King, Gwynn O’Gara, and Terry Ehret. Get tickets.
Head West Marketplace
Saturday and Sunday, April 8 and 9, 11 am to 5 pm at The Barlow, Sebastopol. Free.
Head West is a local, outdoor marketplace of makers, merchants, crafters, designers and artists in partnership with the Barlow in Sebastopol. Second weekend every month March to December
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 8, 10 am at Ives Park, 7400 Willow St, Sebastopol. Free.
Every year, the Saturday before Easter, the Kiwanis Club of Sebastopol hosts the Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Ives Park in Sebastopol. Children of all ages are invited to find treats and colored eggs. The Easter Bunny will be present and loves to pose with kids. Get there early for lots of treats and surprise eggs! This free event starts at 10 am sharp, rain or shine.
Sebastopol FFA Egg Hunt and Plant Sale
Saturday, April 8, 11 am to 1 pm at El Molino High School Campus, 7050 Covey Road, Forestville
Want more Easter fun? The Sebastopol FFA Chapter is hosting their annual Egg Hunt at the Forestville-El Molino HS Campus. Egg hunt and petting zoo are free to attend. At the same time, there will be the first plant sale of the season. Plant prices vary, but plants available are: flowers, veggies, fruits, etc.
Laguna Stewardship Day at the Uplands
Saturday, April 8, 9 am to noon, at Laguna Uplands Preserve, 6700 Palm Ave., Sebastopol. FREE. Pre-registration Required.
Come enjoy Spring at The Laguna Uplands! The area has incredible views of the Laguna Watershed along with a young forest of native trees, a diverse understory, and plenty of growing shrubs. Join us as we continue our ongoing stewardship and maintenance work, learn about the site’s history and become part of its thriving future. Heavy rain cancels. Reserve your spot.
FARTHER AFIELD: Geology of the Sonoma Coast - Shell Beach to Bodega Head
Saturday, April 8, 9 am to 2 pm, at Shell Beach, 8900 Coast Highway, Jenner. $50.
Join fellow geo-nerds interested in the geology of coastal Sonoma County. From Shell Beach to Bodega Head, learn about the geology of the Coast Ranges, the San Andreas Fault, and various coastal features visible from our stops. Learn about the formation of coastal California, identification of local rocks, and see the difference between the geology east and west of the fault. Families and children welcome, but best suited for participants 10+ years old. Note that terrain is uneven and sometimes unstable, so general good health and fitness are recommended. Sign up.
WANT TO SEE MORE EVENTS? See the Sebastopol Community Calendar.
SUBMIT YOUR EVENT to the Sebastopol Times at sebastopoltimes@gmail.com. Write SEB TIMES EVENT in the subject line, so it won’t get lost in the clutter.