Things to do in Sonoma County, June 26-July 5, 2020

This summer may be different from most, but it doesn’t have to be boring.|

Although it’s been abnormal, this summer doesn’t have to be boring. Read, learn, laugh and dine safely at a distance or from your couch.

Friday, June 26

San Francisco Airship Acoustic — “In The Meantime”: HopMonk Tavern in Sebastopol is hosting a live virtual performance by San Francisco Airship Acoustic. 4:30 p.m. on HopMonk’s Facebook page. Free. For more information, visit facebook.com/hopmonksebastopol.

“The Dalí Universe”: Visit the opening of a new exhibit of work by Salvador Dalí at Cornerstone Sonoma. 23570 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. More dates available through August. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Free. For more information, visit cornerstonesonoma.com/events

Saturday, June 27

SRJC Theatre Improvisation Online Course: Exercise your brain with this course through the Santa Rosa Junior College Older Adults Program. 9:30 a.m. online. Free. For more information, visit older-adults.santarosa.edu/join-class.

Sunday, June 28

The Life and Work of Charles Mingus”: Healdsburg Jazz presents a presentation on Charles Mingus led by James Newton. 5 p.m. on Zoom. Free. For more information, visit healdsburgjazz.org.

Drive-Thru & Cruise: Cruise to thank first responders presented by Cruisin' North Car Club. Time to be determined. Free. For more information, visit cruisinnorth.com

Wednesday, July 1

Virtual Author Event — John Boessenecker: Author John Boessenecker discusses his book “Shotguns & Stagecoaches” with Napa Bookmine. 7 p.m. on Zoom. Free, $5 donation suggested. For more information, visit napabookmine.com/event.

TIPS Tri-Tip Trolley at Paradise Ridge Winery: Drink wine paired with food from TIPS Tri-Tip Trolley on Paradise Ridge Winery’s outdoor terrace. 5 or 6 p.m. Russian River Valley Estate, 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Drive, Santa Rosa. Reservations. Tickets cost $15, $10 for members. For more information, visit prwinery.com

Thursday, July 2

4th of July Grilling & Wine Pairing: Join Chappellet Wines to learn secrets of how to prepare the perfect burger from Cyril Chappellet and pairings to go with. 4:30 p.m. on Zoom. Free. For more information, visit chappellet.com/virtual_tastings/4th-of-july-grilling-wine-pairing.

Reimagining the Neighborhood: A Placemaker’s Journey with Mark Lakeman of The City Repair Project: Learn about sustainable community strategies with Mark Lakeman. 4 p.m. on Zoom. Free. For more information, visit artvallejo.org

Friday, July 3

History of Taylor Mountain Regional Park: Learn about the history of the California gold rush and the popular resort that used to exist on Taylor Mountain in the 1800s. 3 p.m. virtual event. Free. For more information, visit parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov.

Best of San Francisco Stand-Up Comedy: Watch a line-up of San Francisco comics perform. 8 p.m. on Zoom. $15. For more information, visit bestofsfstandup.com.

Saturday, July 4

Annual Cloverdale Community Fireworks Display: Watch from your home, car or other distanced vantage point — no field spectators will be allowed. Jack Hoffman Field, west of Cloverdale High School, Jefferson and School Street, Cloverdale. For more information, visit cloverdalechamber.com.

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