Thursday, Nov. 5
Mushroom Building
Architect Chris Maurer discusses growing building materials from mycelium, drawing on NASA-supported research and his “Mycohab” initiative in Namibia. $20, America Institute of Architecture members free. At Lavish Experience Center, 435 Allan Court, 6-8:30pm.
Art Nite
Monthly walk-around to downtown art galleries and tasting rooms, every first Thursday until December, 5-7pm. Start at any downtown gallery of the Healdsburg Center for the Arts or for map and latest information, 334 Center St. artnitehealdsburg.com
Valley Queen
A soft-rock trio led by Natalie Carol brings their tunes and talents to the upstairs stage at Little Saint. All-ages event, no cover, doors open at 6pm and the music starts about 7pm. One of a legendary weekly free concert series on Thursdays at Little Saint, 25 North St., littlesainthealdsburg.com.
Adam Lieb
Local guitarist and singer is a regular in the Healdsburg tasting-room scene. Hear his blend of rock, blues, soul and global folk influences twice this week: On Thursday see him at Furthermore Wines, 328-A Healdsburg Ave., from 5:30-8:30pm. Then come Saturday he shows up across the street at Spicy Vines, 441 Healdsburg Ave., from 3-6pm.
The Real ‘True West‘
Sam Shepard’s darkly comic play is being performed at The 222 this second and final week on Thursday Nov. 5 and Saturday Nov. 7 at 7pm, Sunday Nov. 8 at 2pm. Shepard’s play delves into sibling rivalry and authenticity, creativity and the myth of the American frontier. Reviewed this issue. Details at the222.org/productions/true-west.
Friday, Nov. 6
Last Weekend
Also these are the final chances to see Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Macabre and witty for the Halloween season; also reviewed this issue. Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30pm; matinees Sunday at 2pm until Nov. 8. Tickets $44, students $10 (free with pass), at 115 North St. raventheater.org/events/sweeney-todd
Caledonia
Marin County local Shana Morrison brings her band Caledonia to the Coyote Den on Friday. She has fans who’ve never heard her father Van’s songs, except when she covers them. Solid America rock. Performance starts at 7pm, tickets $20/$25, at Coyote Sonoma, 44-F Mill St., coyotesonoma.com.
Upstairs Art
“Endless Inspiration” rises at the Upstairs Gallery, 11am to 6pm daily until Nov. 22. Reception with artists Ron Sumner and Karen Miller on Saturday, Nov. 7, 3-6pm. Upstairs at Levin & Co., 306 Center St.
Longboard Friday
Another party in the barrel room at Longboard featuring live music, award-winning wine and bold, street-style food. This week friends and neighbors can pair the high-energy, crowd-pleasing sounds of Highway 12 Band with the smash burgers and fries of the Brunch Boys. From 5-7pm at Longboard Vineyards, corner of Harmon at 5 Fitch St.
Trio Zimbalist
The trio is lauded for its masterful interpretations of the piano trio repertoire spanning from Classical and Romantic masterworks to today’s composers. Since its debut in Athens in 2021, Trio Zimbalist has quickly established itself as one of the world’s leading piano trio ensembles with violin, cello and piano. 7pm music or 6:30pm for pre-concert interview; tickets $35-$85 at 222 Healdsburg Ave., the222.org.
Saturday, Nov. 7
Wine Road Trip
The Wine & Food Affair, a signature Sonoma County Wine Road annual event, celebrates local wines and culinary pairings. This is the first day of a two-day, three-valley tour that hits more than 40 wineries, but no one’s keeping score. The recipes are often local-to-the-family at the wineries in Alexander, Russian River and Dry Creek valleys. One- or two-day access may be sold out, see the details at wineroad.com.
Farmers Market
This weekly gathering in the Foley Family Pavilion is becoming a tourist attraction of its own, and for good reason. Squeezed juices and salsita, fresh-baked pastries and loaves, oysters on ice and everything from pigs’ ears to oxtails at the meat shop—to say nothing of seasonal produce. The Saturday market runs from 8:30am till noon until Dec. 19 at the Community Pavilion, 3 North St. healdsburgfarmersmarket.org.
Upcycling
Parents of students at St. Paul’s Episcopal are holding an “upcycling” event Saturday afternoon, from noon to 4pm, to sell children’s clothing, toys, books and other items that still have plenty of use left in them. Bring a bag, fill it and pay a $20 donation for the lot. Some “dressier” items may be priced separately, and there’s something for everyone. At the Parish Hall, St. Paul’s, 209 Matheson St.
Music at the Trunk
A vocal minority refers to the Elephant in the Room, 177 Healdsburg Ave., as the “trunk,” etymology uncertain. Live music up close on the tight dance floor, it’s a recipe for fun with an affordable cover. For artists, refer to the Calendar at elephantintheroompub.com.
Saturday Jazz
This weekly jazz performance, usually a trio but larger configs are not unknown, is a staple of Healdsburg’s Saturday night, a direct result of the 27-year-old Healdsburg Jazz Festival. No cover, but limited seating. Menu items and drinks from the Spirit Bar, every Saturday from 6-9pm in the lobby of Hotel Healdsburg, 25 Matheson St. Schedule at drycreekkitchen.com/spirit-bar/music.
Sunday, Nov. 8
Fashion Preview
Healdsburg Fashion Week, a premier destination fashion experience set in the heart of Wine Country, brings together designers, tastemakers and discerning audiences to celebrate fashion, art and craftsmanship—while driving meaningful economic and social impact for the region. Preview is Sunday, 4-9pm at Villa Chanticleer, tickets at healdsburgfashionweek.com.
Wednesday, Nov. 11
Veterans Day
The American Legion Sotoyome Post 111 holds a Veterans Day breakfast, hosted by Sunrise rotary, at 8am at Villa Chanticleer. Then it holds ceremonies with the Honor Guard at the Healdsburg Plaza at 10am, with a speaker, honor-team rifle salute and taps. Then it moves to Windsor for similar services. All city offices are closed for Veterans Day. The scheduled Parks and Recreation Commission meeting has been canceled for tonight.
Until Nov. 30
Fill out the survey from Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transport regarding personal use of the system and personal preference for whether the Healdsburg station is to be located at the depot on Hudson Street or downtown on Vine Street. Follow at sonomamarintrain.org/healdsburg, take the survey at surveymonkey.com/r/GCJVFDN.
For additional events, visit healdsburgtribune.com/calendar.
