Celebrations: Upcoming holiday events around Sonoma County
Holiday events come in all shapes and sizes, many of them free. Here is a more complete list of holiday happenings.
Cloverdale
Dec. 3: A free theatrical presentation of 'A Christmas Carol,' for children 5 and older will take place at 2 p.m. at the Cloverdale Library, 401 N. Cloverdale Blvd. Everyone welcome. 894-5271.
Dec. 5: The 48th annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, co-sponsored by the Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce, will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Cloverdale Plaza, 124 N. Cloverdale Blvd. Free hot cocoa and cookies. Santa will also be on hand to hear Christmas wishes. 894-4470.
Dec. 7: The 17th annual Toy Run, hosted by the Cloverdale Lions Club, will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cloverdale Citrus Fairgrounds, 1 Citrus Fair Drive. Admission is one unwrapped toy. Motorcycle pack ride with Santa, Lions' famous BBQ and entertainment by the Double Standyrd Band. Contact Geraldo at 280-0945 or Temple at 548-4016 for more information.
Dec. 11: Family and friends are invited to create a new holiday tradition in memory of their loved one at the non-denominational Tree of Remembrance and Candle Lighting Service taking place at 6 p.m. at the Fred Young Mortuary, 428 N. Cloverdale Blvd. Refreshments served. 894-2540.
Dec. 11: The Cloverdale High School and Washington School bands will present their annual Winter Concert from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Cloverdale Citrus Fair, 1 Citrus Fair Dr. No admission, but donations are welcome. 894-1940.
Dec. 13: 'Wreaths Across America,' co-sponsored locally by Cloverdale's American Legion, Sons of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, will begin at 9 a.m. at Riverside Cemetery, which is located just west of the First Street Bridge near the Russian River. 894-0712 or 696-2964. wreathsacrossamerica.org.
Dec. 13: Christmas Tea, featuring a tea-tasting of the 12 Teas of Christmas and assorted finger foods, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Cloverdale Senior Center, 311 N. Main St. Entertainment provided by harpist Heather Palchoal and a special guest performance by a local choir. $30 members, $35 non-members. 894-4826.
Dec. 14: A free Holiday Open House from noon to 3 p.m. at the Cloverdale History Center, 215 N. Cloverdale Blvd. Fun for kids of all ages will include a Christmas tree, Santa Claus, root beer floats, cookies and treats, a storyteller, a scavenger hunt and tours of the festively-decorated Gould-Shaw House Museum. 894-2067.
Guerneville
Dec. 14: Join the River Choir as they welcome in Hanukkah, Christmas and the solstice with rounds, carols, sacred music, Yiddish tunes and more starting at 3 p.m. at the Guerneville Community Church, 14520 Armstrong Woods Road. Suggested $10 donation includes refreshments. 869-3273.
Healdsburg
Nov. 28: Healdsburg's Holiday Party will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. around the Healdsburg Plaza. Santa will be there, posing for holiday photos and taking requests. Downtown shops will be open, carriage rides, holiday music on many corners, magicians, clowns and face-painting are among the activities. 433-6935.
Nov. 30: Hospice Tree Lighting in the Plaza will take place from 5 to 6 p.m.. This free event is Healdsburg's traditional tree lighting ceremony to start off the Christmas season. 433-6935.
Dec. 6: Holiday Home Tour, hosted by the Junior League of Napa-Sonoma, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check-in 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Healdsburg Museum, 221 Matheson St. Tour is self-guided and homes are close to each other so you can walk or drive, depending on your preference. Reception from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Grape Leaf Inn, 539 Johnson St. Tickets are $40. Purchase online at https://secure.closerware.com/ns/npo.jsp?pg=store&category=535
Dec. 6-7: Healdsburg Ballet will present 'Night Before Christmas' at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Raven Performing Arts Theater, 115 North St. Presale tickets, available online at healdsburgballet.com are: adults $18, children 8 and under $13 and seniors $15. At the door they will be: adults $20, children 8 and under $15, and seniors $17. Reservations: 431-3324.
Dec. 12: Healdsburg Community Band's Holiday Concert will begin at 7 p.m. at the Healdsburg Community Church, 1100 University Ave. Adults $10, kids 12 and under are free. 888-1670.
Dec. 14-15: The Healdsburg Community Chorus will present their annual Christmas Concert, 'Wonderland of Snow,' at 4 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Monday at the Healdsburg Community Church, 1100 University Ave. $15. 838-4557.
Dec. 16: Celebrate Hanukkah with the lighting of the Menorah by a rabbi at 5 p.m. at the Oakville Grocery Store, 124 Matheson St. 433-3200.
Rohnert Park
Dec. 14: The Kut-Ups perform their Holiday Mini Show at the Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane. Tickets are $5 at the door. 838-9370.
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