What's happening this weekend in Sebastopol?
The final Sebastopol Walks, Coffee and Couture sip and stroll event, 'Mushrooms of Sebastopol' tour and more
Breabach: Scottish Folk
Friday, Nov. 21, 7:30 pm, at Sebastopol Community Cultural Center, 390 Morris St., Sebastopol. $22-$55.
Securely ranked among Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative folk acts, Breabach blends deep Highland and Island traditions with the creative energy of Glasgow’s music scene. With 17 years of international touring, six acclaimed albums, and numerous awards to their name, they continue to push boundaries while honoring their roots. Get tickets.
T Sisters
Friday, Nov. 21, 8 pm, at HopMonk (in The Abbey), 230 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol. $30.57.
Distinguished by close harmonies, catchy melodies and potent lyricism, the T Sisters have created their own refreshing brew of eclectic folk music. These rising stars of contemporary folk music are celebrating the release of their latest EP titled “Sheroes,” which pays homage to the legendary female performers who have left an indelible mark on the music industry. Get tickets.
The (possibly) final Sebastopol Walks: Walk, Talk and Picnic
Saturday, Nov. 22, 9 am. Meet at the Sebastopol Plaza. Free.
It’s been a wonderful 17 years exploring the many interesting facets of Sebastopol, but Simon Lowings (organizer), Gary Morgret (graphics) and Richard Nichols (email list and co-founder with Sarah Gurney) are retiring, and unless some folks step up to coordinate the walks and provide the newsletters, November will be the last walk. If you would like to see the walks continue and are interested in volunteering, please contact Simon at simonlowings@gmail.com. We will be happy to help you get oriented. For the final walk, we will be exploring some of the many locations we’ve visited in the past. We’ll stop at Ragle Park for a picnic. Bring your own brown bag lunch and maybe some goodies to share (chocolate? cookies?).
Sebastopol Grange Craft Fair
Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-23, 10 am to 4 pm, at Sebastopol Grange, 6000 Sebastopol Ave. (Hwy. 12), Sebastopol. Free.
This free and fun event features over 40 North Bay artisans offering their handmade goods, including jewelry and accessories; soaps, candles, and lotions; wearables and textiles; ceramics and pottery; gifts of all shapes and sizes. Food will be available to purchase, and there will be gift basket raffles to benefit community projects.
Coffee and Couture
Saturday, Nov. 22, 11 am to 4 pm, at multiple sites in Sebastopol.
A community-focused sip-and-stroll. Participants pick up a stamp card, visit participating coffee shops and thrift boutiques, and are entered to win a custom gift basket with curated items from each shop. The event spotlights sustainability, supports women-owned small businesses and celebrates Sebastopol’s small-town feel. See participating coffee and thrift stores.
Mushrooms of Sebastopol Walking Tour
Saturday, Nov 22, 11 am and 1:30 pm, 1406 Barlow Lane, Sebastopol. $25.
Sebastopol California has some of the most unique fungi on the continent, but they only bloom for a couple months in the fall. From red speckled amanitas the size of dinner plates to puffballs the size of a wine bottle, our farmstead looks like Jurassic Park. Join mycologist Carter Hays in exploring the fascinating life cycles of these fungi, their unique symbiotic relationships with the native trees, and how they get so big! A few tickets left. Get tickets for the 11 am tour. Get tickets for the 1:30 am tour.
Nature Art Journaling Workshop
Saturday, Nov. 22, 11 am to 1 pm, at the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa. $63.99.
Join local artist and instructor Amanda Ayala for an inspiring workshop on how to transform experiences around the Laguna into art. Walk the grounds of our native plant garden, getting grounded in the beauty of the Laguna, with warm-up sketches to get your creative flow started. You will be encouraged to pull from your memories, emotions and experience to weave together colors, shapes, moods, and personal inspiration to create a one-of-a-kind art journal that reflects your own creativity. Reserve your spot.
The Naked Stage: A Fully Improvised 3-Act Play
Saturday, Nov. 22, 7 pm to 9 pm, at the Occidental Center for the Arts, 3850 Doris Murphy Court, Occidental. $25-$35.
The Naked Stage takes place on a single set, in traditional stage-play style, but all the actors have is the bare stage, a simple suggestion from the audience, and each other. The Naked Stage combines narrative longform improvisation with the demands and surprises of traditional theater. This show features performers from the Improv Playhouse of San Francisco. Get tickets.
Winter Wonderland Artisan Market and Craft Fair
Sunday, Nov. 23, 10 am to 4 pm, at Holy Ghost Society, 7960 Mill Station Road, Sebastopol. Free.
A magical day featuring local craft vendors, delicious snacks and sweets, and a festive raffle. Free admission and parking so bring the whole family and enjoy the fun. Learn more.