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At Brewsters Beer Garden in Petaluma. (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)

Lagunitas, HenHouse and More: The Best Breweries and Taprooms in Petaluma

February 2019

Hops- and barley-fueled bliss is just around the corner in Petaluma.

Eva D'Luscious, of Cabaret de Caliente, performs with the Sonoma Show Girls during the Whole Lotta Love Burlesque show (Photo by Crista Jeremiason)

5 Petaluma Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day, Including Romantic Walks and Dinners

February 2019

Spice it up with a burlesque show or play it safe with dinner and a riverside stroll - Petaluma has something for every kind of lovebird.

The pool and hot tub will be open during Sunday Funday at The Sandman Hotel. (Courtesy photo)

The Best Place to Watch Football Playoffs? Poolside in Santa Rosa

December 2018

The Sunday Funday event will feature an all-day happy hour menu, live-streamed games and a hot tub for halftime hangouts.

A paddleboarder rows around Spring Lake on the election day in Santa Rosa, on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018. Sonoma County regional parks would receive additional funding for park maintenance and conservation efforts via a one-eighth cent sales tax, if Measure M is approved by voters. (Alvin Jornada / The Press Democrat)

A Love Letter to Spring Lake

December 2018

A mother finds solace and strength by Santa Rosa's Spring Lake.

Elizabeth Webley shapes a hat with flaming form at The Hattery in Santa Rosa. (photo by John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

New Santa Rosa Hat Factory and Shop a Hidden Treasure

December 2018

Hats are hot right now - according to those in the know, they're the new tattoo. Right on trend, Santa Rosa is getting a new destination for hat lovers.

Imaginists Theater founders Amy Pinto and Brent Lindsay have bought the building that houses the theater and small artists studios in the South A district of Santa Rosa. (photo by John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Imaginists: The Little Theater Company That Could

December 2018

Santa Rosa theater company is saved by a fundraising campaign and the support of the local community. To celebrate, they're putting on a festival not to be missed.