ON STAGE
‘Two Gentlemen of Verona’
Two best friends, Proteus and Valentine, travel to Milan where they both fall in love with Sylvia in this alfresco Shakespeare play at Bacchus Landing. The Raven Players production is set in 1950s Italy, featuring period music, fashion and pizza from the wood-fire pizza oven on site. Most Thursdays through Saturdays until Aug. 16, 7:30pm, 14210 Bacchus Landing Way. raventheater.org
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
Upstairs
Dougie Pool “creates synth-pop, dreamwave and indie that complements his country roots,” reads the write-up; Nicole Lawrence opens. Free concert with opening performer starts at 7pm, headliner at 8pm, upstairs at Little Saint, 25 North St., littlesainthealdsburg.com.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
Ramble Openers
The Coffis Brothers of Santa Cruz opened the BloodRoot Ramble in June, now they come back to Healdsburg for a dance party. Welcome them at 8pm at the Elephant in the Room, 177 Healdsburg Ave., elephantintheroompub.com.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9
Zucchini Festival
This Saturday’s Farmers’ Market has a different slant—the annual Zucchini Festival, a double competition with prizes for the fastest and biggest zucchini. Market opens at 8:30am and for the first hour registration includes weighing the “your biggest garden nightmare” for the weight class, followed by the races themselves when hand-made zucchini wheeled vehicles test their velocity against one another. Prizes and celebrity are sure to follow. The Saturday Market continues at the West Plaza parking lot until 12:30pm.
History Talks
The docents of the Healdsburg Museum once again present programs at the Plaza on Saturdays, 10am to noon. “The Annals of Alexander Valley” is this week’s topic; show up early as attendance seems to get higher every weekend. Free. healdsburgmuseum.org
Exhibit Opening
“Many Paths to Healdsburg” is the theme of the new exhibit opening this Saturday at the Healdsburg Museum. It attempts to bring history to life through the personal stories of those who shaped the region’s landscape, culture and communities. The exhibit will continue Wednesdays through Sundays, 11am to 4pm, at 221 Matheson St. healdsburgmuseum.org
Vamos al Tianguis
A vibrant night market with diverse vendors, food trucks and performances. It supports local artisans and fosters community connections. It’s free to attend, from 4-9pm on Saturday at the City Hall parking lot, 401 Grove St.
Yoga Benefit
“Taking Parkinson’s to the Mat” is the theme of a concert at Bacchus Landing, featuring the music of Fleetwood Macramé, with proceeds benefitting the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Starts at 5pm with yoga, music, food, wine and raffle. Tickets $50 from foxflow.org.
Jazz Trio
Saturday evening music is a regular feature at the Hotel Healdsburg’s Spirit Bar, just off the lobby. Francis Vanek sings a mix of American Standards, Brazilian Classics, modern jazz compositions and a sprinkling of original pieces, with Randy Vincent on guitar and Chris Amberger playing bass. Free, 6-9pm at the Spirit Bar; limited menu and drinks available. 25 Matheson St. drycreekkitchen.com/spirit-bar
Be a Believer
Fans of a certain age will find themselves lost in memories and music as Jack Wright brings a Neil Diamond tribute “Hot August Night” to the Raven Theater on Saturday night. Tickets still available, $35-$50, show starts at 7pm, 24 North St. raventhreater.org
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10
Acoustic Sunday
The city’s Sundays in the Plaza series concludes on Aug. 10 with guitarist Justin Diaz from Napa, from 1-3pm. Bring picnic lunch or shop nearby for nosh.
Beck
One of those artists so big he only needs a single name, like Drake or Prince, this one has won five Grammys but takes a break from an arena tour to play solo upstairs at Little Saint. Tickets sold out but there’s a waiting list, and sometimes the music escapes from the hall at 25 North St. littlesainthealdsburg.com
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12
Farmers’ Market
Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market is held on Tuesdays on Plaza and Center streets surrounding the Plaza, in addition to the usual Saturday market. 9am to 12:30pm, Tuesdays until Sept. 30.
Planning Commission
Attend a City Planning Commission meeting to see who is making the calls on development in town. There’s an opening on the commission, by the way; applicants need to apply by Thursday Aug. 14 at 5:30pm. Scheduled for 6-10pm, at 401 Grove St. and at Healdsburg.gov/zoom.
Tuesdays in the Plaza
The popular summer concert series continues with the Afro Fiesta (Rumba Del Congo) featuring musicians from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Arrive early to claim your space. Onsite food vendors offer locally sourced food for sale starting at 5pm, music from 6-8pm.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13
Parks and Rec
Not a TV comedy, but the serious business of Healdsburg’s Parks & Recreation Commission at 6pm. Takes place in Council Chambers, 401 Grove St. and online.
ONGOING
Free Wine Tastings
Wilson Wines offers complimentary tastings at several area wineries through the end of August, including Matrix, Mazzocco, Pezzi King, Rockpile and Wilson. Several of the wineries have downtown Healdsburg tasting rooms. Details at wilsonwinery.com/visit.For additional events, visit healdsburgtribune.com/calendar.
