THURSDAY, JULY 24
NOLA Talent Upstairs
New Orleans songwriters Chris Acker and Kassi Valazza will appear on a single stage at Little Saint for another in their free Thursday indie/Americana concerts. Starts at 6pm, upstairs at Little Saint, 25 North St., littlesainthealdsburg.com.
FRIDAY, JULY 25
Jazz Plus
Healdsburg Jazz’s artist in residence this year, Bruce Forman, plays solo guitar at Furthermore Wines on Friday, 5:30pm to 8:30pm. No cover, wines available by the glass or bottle. 328-A Healdsburg Ave., furthermorewines.com.
Dance at the Trunk
No matter who takes the stage at the Elephant, they’re likely to be pretty good and a lot of fun. From Americana on Friday night (Tracorum, $10, 8pm) to Saturday’s reggae band Sol Horizon ($20, 8pm) to the legendary Nick Otis Orchestra on Sunday ($10, 6-9pm), they’ll all be at the Elephant in the Room, 177 Healdsburg Ave., elephantintheroompub.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 26
Farmers’ Market
The Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market is held on Saturdays at the West Plaza parking lot from 8:30am to noon, with a live band often onsite as well as fresh produce, proteins and more. Details at healdsburgfarmersmarket.org.
History Talks
The docents of the Healdsburg Museum once again present programs at the Plaza on Saturdays, 10am to noon. “Booms, busts and a 40-year doom loop” is this week’s topic. Free.
Grilling Showdown
Saturday is a busy day at Wilson Wine properties in the area. Each of 14 locations from 10am to 4pm will have a grilled main dish and a side to go with their wines; voters make their favorite known for a chance to win one of three raffle prizes. Then at 4:30pm, the Pointlyss Sistars rock out at Coyote Sonoma for a multi-winery climax. See coyotesonoma.com for details including winery locations.
Spirit Bar
Saturday evening music continues at the Hotel Healdsburg’s Spirit Bar, just off the lobby. This week it’s SRJC music teacher Bennett Friedman on sax, with Jeff Denson on bass and Kendrick Freeman playing drums, with interpretations of the Great American Songbook. Free, 6-9pm at the Spirit Bar; limited menu and drinks available. 25 Matheson St.
The Cute One
Fans of Paul McCartney or his various bands (Wings, the Beatles) will want to catch “Stroll Down Penny Lane” on Saturday, July 26, at the Raven. A live band music tour and tribute, it starts at 7:30pm, raventheater.org.
SUNDAY, JULY 27
Guelaguetza
Enjoy traditional dances from all eight regions of Oaxaca, performed by folkloric and Indigenous groups, with live music throughout the day. Surrounding the stage, explore stands offering authentic Oaxacan food, crafts and community resources. Presented by Oaxaca Tierra del Sol, in collaboration with the City of Healdsburg. In the Plaza from 10am to 6pm, Sunday, July 27.
Ranch at the Lake
Head up Skaggs Springs Road to the Ranch at Lake Sonoma, an equestrian getaway where, on the final Sunday of summer months, live music takes over the barn and grounds. This Sunday it’s Pazifico, a popular local roots reggae band. Free, 5:30pm until sunset, food trucks on site.
TUESDAY, JULY 29
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 till 12:30pm, Tuesdays until Sept. 30.
Tuesdays in the Plaza
The popular summer concert series continues with Roberta Donnay and the Prohibition Mob playing swing jazz. Onsite food vendors offer locally sourced food for sale starting at 5pm, music from 6-8pm.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
Library Homecoming
Library boosters are invited to the Healdsburg Regional Library’s community party Wednesday, from 6-8pm. No ribbon cutting, no speeches, just a fun opportunity to enjoy the renovated library and celebrate summer with the Healdsburg community. With ice cream. 139 Piper St.
ONGOING
Museum Exhibit
The Healdsburg Museum’s exhibit “Pomo Weavers Society” includes baskets, artwork, dresses and regalia by local Indigenous artists. Open Wednesdays through Sundays, 11am to 4pm, 221 Matheson St., healdsburgmuseum.org.
For additional events, visit healdsburgtribune.com/calendar.
