DAN TAYLOR

Department: Entertainment

Phone: 707-526-8593

Email: dan.taylor@pressdemocrat.com

Beat/Position: Arts, Entertainment, Recreation

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During a long career at The Press Democrat, Dan Taylor has played many roles – reporter, reviewer, editor, columnist. Now he writes feature stories and blogs with a focus primarily on local entertainment, arts and recreation. Look for interviews with everyone from national stars on tour to neighborhood karaoke singers.

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  Post-race fun galore after Tour of California rolls into town

  Published May 10, 2013
  In addition to watching pro cyclists race around the county during the final stage of the Amgen Tour of California, there will be public rides, a lifestyle festival, even a Q&A with the racers.
  
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  Last Day Saloon owner rides into the sunset

  Published May 5, 2013
  After 40 years in the nightclub business, Dave Daher is calling it quits and closing the Last Day Saloon in Santa Rosa's Railroad Square.
  
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  Wells Fargo Center announces pops, family series

  Published May 3, 2013
  By DAN TAYLORTHE PRESS DEMOCRATThe Wells Fargo Center for the Arts has announced the lineups for the 2013-2014 seasons of both its Symphony Pops Series and the Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series.
  
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  Sedaris brings irreverent humor to Santa Rosa

  Published May 3, 2013
  When irritating, frustrating things happen to humorist David Sedaris, we all benefit.
  
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  For the public

  Published April 27, 2013
  Sculptor Boback Emad's 'Shadows of Eternity' in Cloverdale, Max Heiges' 'Run Home' in Geyserville and Bryan Tedrick's 'Grazing Horse' in Healdsburg all were placed by the Voigt Family Sculpture Foundation.
  
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  Radio lives in Sonoma County

  Published April 20, 2013
  Even with music fans getting their favorites from Pandora and Sirius, Sonoma County fans of old-fashioned radio say it makes them feel like they're in touch with their community.
  
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  Happy Camping

  Published April 13, 2013
  The North Bay is blessed with an incredibly large and diverse array of summer camps.
  
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  Piner teacher and artist, role model

  Published April 7, 2013
  Nick Mancillas' passion for art comes out in the classroom and on canvas — which in his latest San Francisco show is actually cardboard.
  
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  Messages of spring

  Published March 30, 2013
  We asked four spiritual leaders in Sonoma County to share their thoughts and messages during this time of reflection, celebration and renewal.
  
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  Last days for Santa Rosa's Last Day Saloon

  Published March 29, 2013
  After 12 years of staging live shows by both local and nationally known musicians in Santa Rosa's Railroad Square, the Last Day Saloon will close in May.
  
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  Wells Fargo Center to launch $10 million upgrade this spring

  Published March 27, 2013
  Wells Fargo Center for the Arts announced plans Wednesday for a $10 million upgrade to its building and grounds, starting next month with major improvements to the main auditorium.
  
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  Irish memories

  Published March 16, 2013
  Natives transplanted to Sonoma County recall the culture and traditions of the Emerald Isle.
  
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  Getting to know Emily Dickinson

  Published March 3, 2013
  The Big Read Sonoma County, an annual event, focuses on works, life of famed poet.
  
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  Magic touch

  Published March 2, 2013
  From family pets to wild critters in need, Santa Rosa veterinarian Grant Patrick has a way with animals.
  
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  The Big Read Sonoma County

  Published February 28, 2013
  Annual March celebration of literature honoring poet Emily Dickinson.
  

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