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Sonoma Valley Education Foundation Education, Nonprofit The Sonoma Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is the primary organization channeling community funding to Sonoma Valley public schools. SVEF supports the Sonoma Valley Unified School District in developing the next generation of leaders in our community, preparing students for today's fast paced world by providing rich academic programs and student enrichment that includes critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity.

Sonoma Valley Museum Of Art Adult Arts Education, Art Gallery, Business, Education, Fine Crafts, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Museum, Museum and Gallery Memberships, Nonprofit, Retail, Special Events, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education SVMA’s mission is to build community around art, which reflects our commitment to providing critical arts education, public art and humanities programs, and innovative, thought-provoking exhibitions tied to social and human experiences. SVMA serves the Sonoma Valley region and a wide range of visitors from, primarily, the Bay Area, but also from across the nation and the globe. Founded in 1998, SVMA is the region’s only modern and contemporary art museum providing arts and humanities interpretive programming and experiences. SVMA’s steady growth confirms the strong need and desire for its presence and service to the community and field. In addition to presenting art and culture from across the nation and, at times, from around the world, the Museum annually presents at least one exhibition with a broad depth and range of interpretive programming that highlights the distinct, influential, cultural and artistic heritage of California. With a modest seven full-time and two part-time staff, over 75 volunteers, and an engaged board of directors, SVMA produces model arts and humanities education along with highly respected exhibitions, inspiring cultural conversations that stimulate critical thinking and discussion surrounding contemporary issues of our day. Through its education efforts, SVMA provides free arts education for 4th- and 5th-graders in all Sonoma Valley schools (700-750 students) and averages hosting 75 public programs annually—a great feat for a small staff. SVMA’s library serves as an arts public reference source with a collection of over 2,500 art, architecture, and design books available to scholars and the public. SVMA also works with the Sonoma local government to spearhead activities that explore the art and heritage of the area, including the popular Sonoma Art Walk and public art exhibitions in Sonoma Plaza which, pre-COVID19, engage over 1,000 visitors a day in summer and fall months.

Spark Whole Student Learning Education Spark Whole Student Learning empowers students through one-to-one and small group tutoring sessions, workshops, test prep, and K-12^th grade summer courses, with a special focus on building confidence, executive functioning, and self-advocacy skills. We also offer teacher, parent, and community collaboration, consultations, workshops, and trainings.

SpeedPro Imaging Santa Rosa Creative Services, Equipment, Film Office, Film/Video, Multimedia We provide large format digital printing services, specializing in visual communication and brand management. Offering a variety of large print products and services, including, but not limited to: Graphic Design, Marketing Strategy, Event & Tradeshow Displays, Wall & Window Graphics, Vehicle Wraps, Banners, Scanning Services, Photo and Art Reproduction.

Spolia Design/Build Business, Creative Design, Creative Sonoma Grantee, Environmental, Fine Crafts, Visual Arts I am a designer who seeks to create spaces and objects that add interest and serendipity to our built- and lived-environments. Spolia Design/Build is a design practice, based in Santa Rosa, that focuses on cultivating, planning, and building beautiful landscapes, experiences, and objects.

Springs Creatives Group Association/Club/Group/Guild, Creative Sonoma Grantee, Special Events, Visual Arts The Springs Creatives group represents 36 Springs artists who have been convening each month for over a year with a collective goal set that includes: 1) Building and sustaining strong Springs artist relationships and collaborations, 2) creating and promoting public art that strengthens the Springs community by celebrating its unique history, rich diversity, and its strong artistic culture, and 3) nurturing and mentoring emerging young Springs creatives and artists who choose to pursue such avenues in life.

Stafford Gallery Art Gallery, Business, Retail

Stafford Gallery specializes in eclectic, curated collections of the finest art.

We feature award-winning sculpture; oil and acrylic paintings; limited-edition, large format photography; handmade jewelry in 18k gold, silver and pearls; custom jewelry design; and fine art glass.

We endeavor to create a place where art lovers may enjoy exquisite creations. A space where emerging local artists and internationally established artist can inspire each other. A locus where passion for skilled execution and visionary talent unites with thoughtful curation and collection.

Located in downtown Healdsburg, on the second floor of the Historic Plaza Arts Building.

Join us for the love of art.

Stewards Of The Coast And Redwoods Education, Environmental, Nonprofit, Special Events Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods (Stewards) is a non-profit organization that partners with the Russian River Sector of California State Parks. The sector includes Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve (outside Guerneville), Austin Creek State Recreation Area (a park Stewards is now operating), Sonoma Coast State Park (from Bodega Bay to Jenner) and includes the Willow Creek watershed. State Parks depends on Stewards to provide funding for the Volunteers in Parks program, educational and interpretive activities, for resource management and stewardship projects, and to assist in the development of interpretive facilities and displays. The State Parks of Sonoma County's coast and Russian River valley are rich in natural and cultural history, biological diversity and distinctive geology. Our mission is to promote education, preservation and restoration of the natural and cultural resources of Russian River area State Parks through interpretation and public stewardship. We do this (with the help of 300 volunteers) by providing park visitors of all ages with a variety of programs and opportunities to experience and explore these exceptional parks. Donate today! With your support, Stewards is protecting Austin Creek State Recreation Area with volunteer patrols and stewardship support. We have reopened Bullfrog Pond Campground and three backcountry campsites. We are providing public access and programs in closed areas on the Sonoma Coast, as well as contining all our existing education and stewardship programs during these unprecedented times. Stewards is excited to launch our new Marine Education Program in 2014. We will continue to support efforts to secure a sustainable funding source for our state parks. All donations will help us achieve our goal of keeping your parks open and thriving.

Storybook Children's Theatre Creative Arts Academy Art Gallery, Corporation, Dance, Education, Kids/Family, Literature/Poetry, Music, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts Storybook Children's Theatre Creative Arts Academy is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization offering a comprehensive ARTS curriculum to children. SCT is dedicated to supporting the ARTS through advocacy, research, scholarship, and community partnerships. SCT provides immersion in creative arts, theatre, dance, literature, public speaking, community engagement, and leadership. Our supportive environment encourages self discipline, problem solving, taking risks, meeting challenges, and teamwork. SCT strives to enhance the quality of life in the North Bay by presenting imaginative, diverse, artistic experiences for the community through education, events, civic participation, and performance. Coming soon to downtown Santa Rosa!

Studio B Creative Business, Business Services, Film/Video, Publishing/Printing, Visual Arts Studio B is a strategic design agency. We specialize in integrated marketing campaigns blending print, web, video and digital media. Our goal is to create shifts in perspective and inspire thoughtful action. Our offices are in downtown Sebastopol, in the gorgeous Sonoma County Wine Country. We have clients throughout the North Bay, Marin and greater San Francisco Bay Area.

Studio Firenze Visual Arts Through my practice of Zen Buddhism, My paintings come into being.

Studio L'Image Business Studio L’Image is a graphic design studio specializing in Visual Communication and User Information Design. Our primary disciplines include Identity & Branding, Architectural Signage & Graphics, Exhibition Design, and Interpretive Design.

StudySync Education, Film/Video, Kids/Family, Literature/Poetry, Media StudySync is a cross-curricular, core literacy solution with hundreds of texts, dynamic video and multimedia lessons guaranteed to inspire and advance reading, writing, critical thinking, speaking and listening skills to prepare students for college and careers. StudySync provides powerful digital instruction with engaging print resources to ensure teachers can provide students a systematic path to success

Susan The Magazine Literature/Poetry Essayist, humorist, philosopher, poet, list-maker . . .

Symmetry Entertainment And Design Business, Creative Design, Dance, Performing Arts, Special Events

Our mission is to make you smile, feel inspired and get lost in the moment with us! Sonoma County's only specialty entertainment company featuring cutting edge performances, costumes, face and body painting, prop design and interactive hospitality for every occasion. Our services range greatly and can comfortably accommodate an intimate house party or packed corporate venue with the same attention and professionalism.

The Entertainers we work with are considered to be some of the best and most experienced performers in the industry. We also try to keep things fresh by introducing new, up-and-coming Entertainers to our clients, ensuring we’re always on the cutting edge of incredible performance ideas. Get in touch to learn more about our large selection of ideas.

At Symmetry Entertainment and Design, we’re dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our clients with dazzling performances, talented artists, and event entertainment that comes with exceptional hospitality. Whether you’re looking to host a mega event for the general public or a more intimate affair with friends and family, we’ve got tailored entertainment solutions for clients all over the North Bay area, including San Francisco, Sonoma County, Napa County, and Wine Country. Our corporate entertainment services can help your brand create exceptional experiences while driving communal change, motivating employees, and reaching new customer segments. For private events, we also provide unique wedding entertainment options that can leave your guests happy and excited throughout the affair.

Symmetry Entertainment and Design is the dream child of Krysta Cook and is an organic extension of her passion for creating, performing and producing. Krysta is a Sonoma County native who began her own performance career as a belly dancer in her teens, which eventually led into the wild world of circus arts. She has been featured in magazines, books, radio shows and been flown around the Country to perform for elite Clients. She loved making her own costumes from a young age which eventually bloomed into making costumes and stage props for herself and artists she has worked with. She has been a catalyst in the growing arts scene in the North Bay over the past fifteen years, collaborating with other local visionaries to produce/co-produce ongoing successes such as Circus Maximus Sonoma County, SerLaMuse- an art affair, Rouge Dance Company as well as many other one-off specialty shows. Krysta began to challenge the status quo of local arts when she decided to incorporate wild costuming, custom event entertainment packages and a wide selection of top-notch artists ready to book with just one phone call. A one-stop-shop of specialty arts as born! Krysta is single Mother of a smart young man, an environmental advocate, Licensed Nurse, Certified Personal trainer, Certified Clinical HeartMath Provider and philanthropist for local non-profits.

Taylor 'Libby' Cuffie Music Music, Performing Arts TAYLOR 'LIBBY' CUFFIE Has been playing drum set and percussion since 2010. Participated in four different ensembles at Bellarmine: Symphonic Band, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Pep Band. Received “Most Outstanding Musician” award in 2012. Played for the Praise Band at St. Stephen’s in the Fields Episcopal Church in San Jose, CA from 2010-2012. At Sonoma State, has participated in many school ensembles: Latin Ensemble, Jazz Orchestra, Contemporary Ensemble, Horace Silver Ensemble, The Alchemy Quartet, and The Ornette Coleman Ensemble. In recent years, has performed extensively with a plethora of North Bay musicians and groups including The Dixie Giants, The Crux, Buck Thrifty, Oddjob Ensemble, and Sharkmouth. Has also played with: Ken Cook, Douglas Miller, Adam Theiss, The Rainbow Girls, ODELL, Kasey Knudsen, Doug Leibinger, Dave Scott, and Nate Lopez. Has also performed with jazz trios and quartets in cafés, private properties, and also for Lagunitas Brewing Company in Sonoma County. “Taylor plays drums with the sensitivity and dialogue of a musician ahead of his age. His dedication to his craft is apparent in all aspects of his life and is a rare thing today amongst young musicians,” John Courage

Taylor Voiceovers Business, Business Services, Creative Services, Film Office, Film/Video, Media, Talent Professional voice over services.

Technicolor Dino Creative Design, Creative Sonoma Grantee, Decorative Arts, Visual Arts Originally from Southern California, I first found myself in Sonoma Country to attend Sonoma State University and am excited to have recently relocated to Petaluma. Taking inspiration from my Hispanic roots, playful spirit, and a modern aesthetic I use bold colors, organic forms, and an appreciation for imperfection to create a cohesive body while creating both functional and fine art. With the addition of functional ceramics and textiles I founded, Technicolor Dino. After years of dedicating both time and effort to starting a small business, I plan to use the funds from Sonoma Creative to have a space dedicated to fine art. A place devoted to drawing and painting so I can leave the worries and to-do lists of running a small business at the door to focus on creating.

Teen Services Sonoma Education, Nonprofit, Nonprofit Services

Dubbed The Tree of Possibilities, this 13-foot kinetic sculpture is made of recycled bicycle parts and culinary items representing our two social enterprises: Operation Bicycle and the Lovin’ Oven. It was created by metal sculptor Marty Munson, assisted by two teens - Alondra Perez and Leila Whitney. Together, the three determined the general design of the tree and the teens learned about weight, balance, form and space, as well as a variety of welding techniques. Hanging from the tree are flattened spoons and metal leaves imprinted with words about teen hopes and dreams for the future.

In March 2020, Sonoma Valley teens were ready to create their leaves and share their sentiments. Stamping was to take place at Teen Services, Sonoma Valley and Creekside High Schools, Mentoring Alliance locations, Art Escape, and Boys & Girls Club (The Club) organized by fine artist, Pat Meier-Johnson. COVID-19 interrupted those plans and the scheduled installation and ribbon-cutting. It was decided to install the tree and teens would add leaves to the sculpture during the following months.

Despite the interruption, Meier-Johnson was excited to see the Tree come to fruition. “Never did I dream that my whimsical idea would turn into such a beautiful structure, providing young people a way to leave their mark on the world as part of a huge, beautiful, kinetic sculpture for all to see.”

TSS Executive Director, Becky Jo Peterson agrees: “Marty was an amazing mentor to the teens and we hope the community will enjoy the sculpture and the words of teens in the Valley.”

From start to finish, this project was captured on film by video producer and journalist Russell Johnson, to document the entire project. "It was great to tell the story of the sculpture coming together under Marty Munson who shared with the young team the creative process including stamping, welding. fabricating, and balancing used recycled culinary equipment and bicycle parts," said Johnson.

Alondra Perez will begin her studies in engineering this fall and enjoyed working on the project. “Not only did I learn some new skills, but the Tree is an artistic way for teens to have their voices heard.

A huge thank you to all who made this magical project possible:

The Funders: Creative Sonoma and Sonoma Plein Air Foundation

The Players: Marty Munson, sculptor; teen assistants Alondra Perez and Leila Whitney; Pat Meier-Johnson, artist and Project Coordinator; and Russell Johnson

Project Assistants: Casey Richter, TSS Program Director; Ann Iverson, artist and TSS volunteer; Judy Scotchmoor, TSS Board member; and Sandra Santiago, TSS Teen Center Coordinator

Our would-be stamping partners: Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance, Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley, and Art Escape.