Creatives at Work

Amazing people doing amazingly creative things – by themselves, in groups, as businesses and nonprofits.
Right here in Sonoma County. These are their stories. This is Creative Sonoma.

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Public Art

Explore current Public Art Initiatives

including ArtSurround and the Fire Memorial.

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Arts Education

Learn more about the Sonoma County Arts Education Alliance,

the new Arts Education Framework, and efforts to bring arts education to every child!

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27 local artists are paired with 14 local sites in a pilot public art and placemaking program.

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Current & Upcoming Events

Jun 03

SIFF | Musea Center LIVING THE TRUTH Cinema Event featuring Alice Walker and Pratibha Parmar on 6/3

Presented by Musea Center at Sebastiani Theatre

Three noted documentary works from award-winning filmmaker Pratibha Parmar are slated for a day-long special cinema event, featuring live appearances... More Info

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Jun 04

Stand with Ukraine! Benefit Concert

Presented by Lone Pine Ukrainian Family Aid at Sebastopol Community Center

Join Keith Greeninger; Chris Webster, Nina Gerber and Friends; Joy Alive! with Terry Garthwaite, Susanne DiVincenzo and Barbara Borden; Ukraine's... More Info

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Jun 04

KITKA Women's Vocal Ensemble

Presented by Raven Performing Arts Theater at Raven Performing Arts Theater

These sophisticated singers blend a contemporary sensibility with specialized vocal techniques from Eastern Europe that have been distilled over... More Info

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Jun 10

Windsor Pride Festival

Presented by People4Parks Foundation at Windsor Town Green

Join us for Sonoma County's funnest, familiest, friendliest LGBTQIA+ pride event of the season! Music festival, kid zone, street fair, unicorn... More Info

May 20 - Jun 10

Experiments and Techniques in Mixed Media Painting

Presented by Art of Nature and Sebastopol Center for the Arts at Sebastopol Center for the Arts

May Session: Experiments and Techniques in Mixed Media Painting With just the right blend of structure and play with an attitude of openness that... More Info

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Apr 15 - Jun 10

MovingWriting: Embodied Expressive Writing Spring Afternoons

Presented by MovingWriting at A private studio in Sebastopol

In MovingWriting workshops, we play with movement/dance and words to help us connect with our deep and creative selves, in the company of a... More Info

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Jun 03 - 11

Art at the Source Studio 41

Presented by Michelle Hoting at Studio 41 Michelle Hoting and Sally Kent

Art at the Source is a self guided open studio tour for the public to meet working artists, learn about their creative process, and purchase their... More Info

Jun 03 - 11

Art at the Source Open Studios June 3-4 & 10-11

Presented by Sebastopol Center for the Arts at Sebastopol Center for the Arts

The Sebastopol Center for the Arts is pleased to present its Art at the Source event on June 3-4 and June 10-11, 2023. This special occasion allows... More Info

Jun 02 - 11

5 Artists, 1 Neighborhood| Fri June 2, Sat-Sun June 3,4,10,11

Presented by SOFA Santa Rosa at SOFA Santa Rosa Arts Neighborhood

5 Artists, 1 Location! Join 5 amazing SOFA District artists for 4 full days of Open Studios this summer. Catch a preview on SOFA First Friday Open... More Info

May 31 - Jun 16

Airness

Presented by The California at The California

Described as the "Best possible combination of a rock concert, comedy show and theatre performance,” AIRNESS is an exuberant comedy about... More Info

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Jun 04

KITKA Women's Vocal Ensemble

Presented by Raven Performing Arts Theater at Raven Performing Arts Theater

These sophisticated singers blend a contemporary sensibility with specialized vocal techniques from Eastern Europe that have been distilled over... More Info

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May 31 - Jun 16

Airness

Presented by The California at The California

Described as the "Best possible combination of a rock concert, comedy show and theatre performance,” AIRNESS is an exuberant comedy about... More Info

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May 02 - Jun 27

Circus Jam

Presented by The Arlene Francis Center for Spirit, Art and Politics at Arlene Francis Center

The goal of this group is to celebrate, share, and grow the circus arts in the North Bay. Circus is for everyone: all skill levels, all ages, all... More Info

Jul 27 - Aug 12

Shakespeare in the Park: The Comedy of Errors

Presented by Raven Performing Arts Theater at Raven Performing Arts Theater

Written by William Shakespeare Directed by Steven David Martin The Raven Players are back with Summer Shakespeare in the Park! The Comedy of... More Info

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Sep 23

Masters of Illusion

Presented by Luther Burbank Center for the Arts at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Starring the world’s greatest award-winning magicians, this 21st century magic show is unlike anything you have seen before – filled with modern... More Info

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Oct 18

Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson: The Search for Life in the Universe

Presented by Luther Burbank Center for the Arts at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Beginning with Mars, we review the ongoing effort to search for habitable planets, liquid water, and life in the cosmos, culminating in the search... More Info

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Nov 26

Matt Fraser – America’s Psychic Medium

Presented by Luther Burbank Center for the Arts at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Top Psychic Medium Matt Fraser is star of the hit television series on E! Entertainment. His live events, television appearances, and spiritual... More Info

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Jun 04

Stand with Ukraine! Benefit Concert

Presented by Lone Pine Ukrainian Family Aid at Sebastopol Community Center

Join Keith Greeninger; Chris Webster, Nina Gerber and Friends; Joy Alive! with Terry Garthwaite, Susanne DiVincenzo and Barbara Borden; Ukraine's... More Info

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Jun 17 - 25

Healdsburg Jazz Festival

Presented by Healdsburg Jazz at Downtown Healdsburg

We are thrilled to celebrate our 25th Anniversary Healdsburg Jazz Festival with 9 days of concerts in Wine Country. We’re honoring the Festival’s... More Info

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Jul 09

Nickel Creek

Presented by Green Music Center at Sonoma State University at Weill Hall + Lawn

with special guest Monica Martin Nickel Creek is the platinum-selling, internationally renowned roots trio of mandolinist Chris Thile, violinist Sara... More Info

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Jul 15

Los Huracanes del Norte

Presented by Green Music Center at Sonoma State University at Weill Hall + Lawn

The legendary Los Huracanes del Norte began as the vision of brothers Heraclio, Jesús, and Francisco Garcia in 1969. Following the success of their... More Info

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Jul 21

Leo Kottke

Presented by Raven Performing Arts Theater at Raven Performing Arts Theater

Guitarist Leo Kottke’s fingerpicking style draws on folk, blues, and jazz. A folk icon, Kottke’s performances feature intricate guitar work, a... More Info

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Jul 27

Pink Martini featuring China Forbes | with special guest Thomas Lauderdale Meets the Pilgrims

Presented by Green Music Center at Sonoma State University at Weill Hall + Lawn

“Pink Martini is a rollicking around-the-world musical adventure…If the United Nations had a house band in 1962, hopefully we’d be that... More Info

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Jun 16 - Jul 29

Summer on the Square Friday Music Nights

Presented by Poppy Bank at Old Courthouse Square

The Santa Rosa Metro Chamber (SRMC) is excited to announce a full slate of events and programming on and around Downtown Santa Rosa’s Courthouse... More Info

Aug 04

Buddy Guy | Damn Right Farewell

Presented by Green Music Center at Sonoma State University at Weill Hall + Lawn

A genuine American treasure and one of the final surviving connections to an historic era in the country’s musical evolution, Buddy Guy is a Rock &... More Info

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Jun 03 - 11

Art at the Source Open Studios June 3-4 & 10-11

Presented by Sebastopol Center for the Arts at Sebastopol Center for the Arts

The Sebastopol Center for the Arts is pleased to present its Art at the Source event on June 3-4 and June 10-11, 2023. This special occasion allows... More Info

Jun 03 - 11

Art at the Source Studio 41

Presented by Michelle Hoting at Studio 41 Michelle Hoting and Sally Kent

Art at the Source is a self guided open studio tour for the public to meet working artists, learn about their creative process, and purchase their... More Info

Jun 02 - 11

5 Artists, 1 Neighborhood| Fri June 2, Sat-Sun June 3,4,10,11

Presented by SOFA Santa Rosa at SOFA Santa Rosa Arts Neighborhood

5 Artists, 1 Location! Join 5 amazing SOFA District artists for 4 full days of Open Studios this summer. Catch a preview on SOFA First Friday Open... More Info

Jun 17 - Jul 15

Perry Doane: Low in the Field

Presented by Labor is a Medium at Labor is a Medium

Opening Reception: June 17 2023 2–5pm Open to all. Pizza for free. Masks indoors. On view June 17–July 15 1183 DeMeo St, Santa Rosa, CA Open most... More Info

Sep 09

Sonoma Clean Power Local Art Exhibit Closing Reception

Presented by Sonoma Clean Power at Sonoma Clean Power Headquarters

About the Exhibit The artwork on display will encompass a range of styles and mediums and is available to view by appointment only. Visitors will... More Info

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Jun 10

Windsor Pride Festival

Presented by People4Parks Foundation at Windsor Town Green

Join us for Sonoma County's funnest, familiest, friendliest LGBTQIA+ pride event of the season! Music festival, kid zone, street fair, unicorn... More Info

Jun 25

Patchwork Show: Modern Makers Festival- Santa Rosa

Presented by Dear Handmade Life at Old Courthouse Square

Discover local makers in the heart of Northern California wine country at the Patchwork Show in Santa Rosa. Shop handmade and independent goods from... More Info

Jun 25

Patchwork Show

Presented by Dear Handmade Life at Montgomery Village

Visit Patchwork Show Santa Rosa to discover local makers in the heart of Northern California wine country. Shop handmade and independent goods from... More Info

Sep 10

Fiesta de Independencia 2023

Presented by Luther Burbank Center for the Arts at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Celebrate Latino Heritage Month with a taste of Latin America in Sonoma County! Enjoy authentic food, music, games, and activities for the entire... More Info

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May 20 - Jun 10

Experiments and Techniques in Mixed Media Painting

Presented by Art of Nature and Sebastopol Center for the Arts at Sebastopol Center for the Arts

May Session: Experiments and Techniques in Mixed Media Painting With just the right blend of structure and play with an attitude of openness that... More Info

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Apr 15 - Jun 10

MovingWriting: Embodied Expressive Writing Spring Afternoons

Presented by MovingWriting at A private studio in Sebastopol

In MovingWriting workshops, we play with movement/dance and words to help us connect with our deep and creative selves, in the company of a... More Info

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Jun 20 - 23

Roustabout Summer Theater Camp: Grease!

Presented by Roustabout Theater at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Sing and Dance through Grease! this summer. Join the duck-tailed Burger Palace Boys and the gum-snapping Pink Ladies in bobby sox and pedal pushers... More Info

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Feb 12 - Jun 24

Letterpress & Book Arts Workshops

Presented by North Bay Letterpress Arts at North Bay Letterpress Arts

We have 18 workshops for the next 5 months, and we're truly excited to ramp up and reconnect with the public and see what magic people come up with.... More Info

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May 17 - Jul 05

Writing From Memory or Imagination: 8-week workshop series for women

Presented by Amherst Writers & Artists at Zoom

Each 2-hour AWA session uses several prompts to spark memory and imagination and generate new writing. Whenever writers choose to read their work... More Info

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May 16 - Sep 26

Paint and Sip by A Sip of Color

Presented by A Sip of Color LLC at Sally Tomatoes

Check out our website www.asipofcolor.com to see all the handcrafted events in your local area. Something different every event. Beginners welcome,... More Info

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May 25 - Sep 28

Paint and Sip by A Sip of Color

Presented by A Sip of Color LLC at Mountain Mike's Pizza

Check out our website www.asipofcolor.com and see all the hand crafted events happening in your area. Beginners are welcome, at our events we will... More Info

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Dec 02

BLIPPI – The Wonderful World Tour

Presented by Luther Burbank Center for the Arts at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour again brings the vivacious, energetic, and educational antics of global sensation Blippi to the stage. You’ll... More Info

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Ongoing

Early Release Day Enrichment Program - Elementary School Students

Presented by Sandy Loam at Veronda-Falletti Ranch

Students in Kindergarten through 5th grades can come to Veronda-Falletti Ranch and meet other kids, interact with the animals, play games, make... More Info