What's happening this week in Sebastopol?
Annual Peace Wall ceremony, 'Animal Farm' at the Grange, an important city council meeting, plus new books, art, music and more
Country Line Dance
Monday, Sept. 1, 6 pm, HopMonk Tavern, 230 Petaluma Ave. (in the Abbey), Sebastopol. $12.95
Join us for some boot-scootin' variety of the latest line dances! Dance lessons start at 6 pm. Get tickets.
Save Wonderland Community Drum Circles & Potluck
Tuesday, Sept. 2, 5 pm to 8 pm, at Miss Daisy’s Magical Wonderland, 790 Hurlbut Ave., Sebastopol.
Part of an ongoing series of events and fundraisers to save Miss Daisy's Wonderland. Learn more here. Read our article about Miss Daisy's Wonderland here.
Sebastopol City Council meeting
Tuesday, Sept. 2, 6 pm, at the Sebastopol Youth Annex, 425 Morris St., Sebastopol. Free.
The council will hear an informational presentation from Jack Tibbetts, executive director of Saint Vincent de Paul Sonoma County, which is building Gravenstein Commons, a Project HomeKey homeless housing complex, in north Sebastopol. The council will also discuss changing Animal Control providers, the Economic Garden Initiative, a contract with 4Leaf for planning services, a new CIP project for the Calder Creek storm drain in Ives Park, and an amendment to council committees. They will also consider adding a land acknowledgment to city meeting agendas and the city website. See agenda and documentation here.
Indivisible Sonoma County Film Series: Human Flow
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 1 pm and 7 pm, Rialto Cinemas, 6868 McKinley St., Sebastopol. $11.50.
More than 65 million people around the world have been forced from their homes to escape famine, climate change and war, the greatest displacement since World War II. Filmmaker Ai Weiwei examines the staggering scale of the refugee crisis and its profoundly personal human impact across 23 countries. Panel discussion to follow 7 pm screening. Get tickets.
Peacetown in Ives Park: Eric Lindell
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 5 pm to 8 pm, in Ives Park, Sebastopol. Free.
With his raspy, soulful voice and instantly memorable original songs, roots-rocking multi-instrumentalist Eric Lindell is a true one-of-a-kind talent. Mixing West Coast rock and swampy Gulf Coast R&B with honky tonk country and Memphis soul, Lindell creates American roots music that is both surprisingly fresh and sweetly familiar.
Peacetown Summer Concert Series at HopMonk
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 6 pm to 8:30 pm, at HopMonk Tavern, 230 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol. Free.
Maurice Tani is a veteran singer-songwriter and band leader of the Alt-Country – Americana scene. His website describes his work as “Hillbilly Noir. Bashy. Original. Intelligent. California Country. Electric. Honky Tonk. Twangy. Oblique Americana.”
Copperfield’s Presents — Holding: A Memoir About Mothers, Drugs, and Other Comforts
Thursday, Sept. 4, 7 pm to 8 pm, at Copperfield's Books, 138 N. Main St., Sebastopol.
Copperfield’s Books welcomes Sonoma County native Karleigh Frisbie Brogan to Sebastopol in celebration of her powerful debut memoir, Holding: A Memoir About Mothers, Drugs, and Other Comforts. Karleigh will be joined in conversation by local author and teacher Dani Burlison. Audience Q&A and book signing to follow the discussion. Learn more.
Artists in Conversation: Discovery and Innovation
Friday, Sept. 5, 4 pm to 6pm, at Sebastopol Center for the Arts, 282 South High St., Sebastopol. $5.
Join SebArts for a lively and insightful round table discussion that brings together a group of experts exploring the intersection of play, creativity, and artistic expression. Panelists include: Adriel Ahern – Children’s Librarian at the Sebastopol Regional Library, who brings a literacy-focused perspective on how stories, games, and community programming cultivate creativity in young minds. David Klitsner – Inventor and designer behind dozens of award-winning toys, offering a deep understanding of how design and play spark engagement. Michael McGinnis – Toy inventor and professor known for creating the 3D labyrinth game Perplexus, whose work bridges engineering, imagination, and hands-on learning. This discussion takes place in conjunction with the Art of Play exhibition. Please RSVP.
First Fridays at Chimera Arts
Friday, Sept. 5, 5 pm to 8 pm, at Chimera, 6791 Sebastopol Ave., Sebastopol. Free.
Chimera Arts, Sonoma County’s maker space, continues their First Fridays at Chimera Arts, a showcase of the local maker community. Old Caz beer, gourmet hot dogs, live music, and hands-on activities. Small charge for food and beverages.
Play: Animal Farm by The Vardo Traveling Theater Company
Friday, Sept. 5, 7:30 pm to 10 pm, at Sebastopol Grange Hall, 6000 Sebastopol Ave. (Hwy. 12), Sebastopol. By donation.
Step into a world where “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” Don’t miss this presentation of George Orwell’s timeless fable, a powerful and poignant fairy tale for modern times. Witness the classic story unfold as the animals of Manor Farm rise up against their human oppressors, only to find themselves under a new, more insidious tyranny.
Singing Frogs Farm’s Fall Home Farmer Workshop
Saturday, Sept. 6, starts at 8 am, at Singing Frogs Farm, 1301 Ferguson Road Sebastopol. $284.62.
Learn to grow your own food at home at Singing Frogs Farm. Designed for hobbyists and experienced gardeners alike, this fall workshop series provides the knowledge, skills and tools you need to produce your own nutritious and sustainable food at home. Learn about fall planting schedules for winter vegetables, ways to protect crops against frost and rain, cover crops and much more. Reserve your spot.
9th Annual Living Peace Wall Induction Ceremony
Saturday, Sept. 6, 11 am to 12 pm, at the downtown plaza in Sebastopol.
The Living Peace Wall exists to celebrate and thank those who dedicate their lives to peace and justice. This year, they honor four peacemakers: Alice Waco, Bob Alpern, David Hartsough, and Gerry Condon.
Patio Party for Dogwood Animal Rescue Benefit
Saturday, Sept. 6, 11 am to 2 pm, HopMonk (in the Beergarden, 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol.
Dogwood Animal Rescue is a unique, non-profit animal-rescue organization located in and run by volunteers. Dogwood’s mission: To support animals and the people who love them through rescue, rehoming, spay/neuter and education. Come meet the volunteers and adoptable animals, buy some Dogwood swag and/or crafts made by Dogwood volunteers. There will also be a fantastic raffle. All proceeds go straight to the animals in our care. Please note: Dogwood does not adopt from these events. Occasionally, pre-approved applicants pick up their forever pets to take home. Twenty percent of food sales at HopMonk during the event will go to Dogwood.
Pink Apple Pizza Party at Gold Ridge Organic Farms
Saturday, Sept. 6, 11 am to 3 pm, to Gold Ridge Organic Farms, 3387 Canfield Road, Sebastopol. Varied prices.
Think pink at Gold Ridge Organic Farms as they celebrate our beautiful pink apple varieties including Pink Pearl, Pink Lady, and Pink Sparkle! Enjoy an exciting Pizza Pop-Up featuring seasonal wood-fired pies crafted by acclaimed Chef Nicolaus Balla (renowned for his work at Bar Tartine) alongside Chef Seamus and his team. Pair your pizza with our refreshing Signature Apple Spritz or Apple Cider Slushie and top it all off with Straus vanilla ice cream drizzled with our house-made Apple Cider Syrup for the perfect sweet finish. Reserve your spot.
Opening Reception for "Watershed Moment"
Saturday, Sept. 6, 3 pm to 5 pm, at Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa. Free.
Join the Laguna Foundation for the opening of Watershed Moment, a stunning new exhibit from North Bay Letterpress Arts. Featuring original works by local letterpress printers—some in collaboration with poets—the show pairs words and visuals to celebrate the unique beauty of the Laguna de Santa Rosa. In Watershed Moment, artists explore the connection between language, image, and place through the craft of letterpress printing. Some works incorporate natural materials—like handmade inks and paper from local plants—to deepen their relationship with the landscape that inspired them.
Intro to Catholicism
Sunday, Sept. 7, 10:30 am, at St. Sebastian's Catholic Church, 7983 Covert Lane, Sebastopol. Free.
Thinking of becoming a Catholic? Or were you baptized as Catholic and not yet confirmed? Or maybe you are already a Catholic who drifted from the Church but now wants to learn more. Then OCIA, Order of Christian Initiation of Adults ( for ages 18 and up), is the program for you. Registration is open now for this class which will run through the fall and into spring. The first meeting was last week, but there’s still time to join the class. For more information, call the parish office at 707-823-2208.
Launch Party for Switching to On! A SebArts Writers Anthology
Sunday, Sept. 7, 1 pm to 3 pm, at Sebastopol Center for the Arts, 282 South High St., Sebastopol.
The Writers’ Salon of Sebastopol Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce the publication of an anthology, featuring the original work of 16 talented local writers. This special collection is the result of months of creative collaboration, reflection, and storytelling. Launched in January 2024, the Writers’ Salon has quickly grown into a vibrant community of poets and writers dedicated to supporting one another and honing their craft. Through regular gatherings, shared readings, and collective inspiration, the Salon has become a nurturing space where voices flourish—and now, those voices are in print. Learn more.
Live Music Sunday with Schlee
Sunday, Sept. 7, 2 pm to 4 pm, to Horse & Plow, 1272 Gravenstein Hwy. N., Sebastopol. $10.
Join Horse & Plow as they welcome back the ethereal sounds of Schlee under the big oak tree. This local singer and songwriter brings her dreamy folk pop and indie rock sound, along with some ambient textures and a rainbow goth aesthetic. Don't miss this dreamy show! Club members receive two complimentary tickets. Get tickets.
Wine Bingo with the Winemakers at Region
Sunday, Sept. 7, 2 pm to 4 pm, at Region, 180 Morris St., Sebastopol. $16.
Join Region for Wine Bingo with the Winemakers this Sunday. Back by popular demand for a third time, it’s new random terms, unusual phrases and key industry words are all mixed together on a fun Wine Bingo Card. Drink a little, eat a little, learn a little, and possibly win prizes. Get tickets.
Pardon the Interruption and Gas Money
Sunday, Sept. 7, 6 pm, at HopMonk Tavern (in The Abbey), 230 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol. $27.
Roaring out of the fog-shrouded hills of Sonoma and drowning out the chatter, New Wave/Prog-Pop troubadours Pardon the Interruption (aka PTI) are taking their place — asserting their voice — in the storied musical conversation of the San Francisco Bay Area. They are joined by Gas Money, an up-and-coming alternative funk-rock band made up of four talented Sonoma County musicians. Get tickets.
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