‘It’s the tip of the iceberg:’ Film festival highlights justice
Alexander Valley Film Festival running virtual from Sept. 23-27
Bodega Bay’s Meredith Pier getting demolished
Demolition is scheduled from Oct. 12-30, should take three weeks
Cleanest fountain around, Sept. 20
For the second time in a week, some late night or early morning pranksters dumped liquid soap in the Healdsburg Plaza fountain. As the center fountain sprinkler spread the soap, an overflowing cloud of white bubbles and foam billowed up and over the sides of rectangular, shallow fountain. By daylight on Sept. 20, passersby stopped to marvel at the mischief as city workers next arrived to disperse and dilute the non-caustic but unwanted suds.
A pandemic isn’t stopping Peace Day
Sebastopol will be home to a handful of activities celebrating the United Nation’s International Peace Day this Sunday and Monday, Sept. 20 and 21.
Around the World in 20 Blocks celebrates global cuisine in Windsor
Since traveling the world has become difficult this year, the Windsor Chamber of Commerce invites visitors to enjoy cuisine from around the globe while enjoying a colorful exhibit created by local artists. “Around the World in 20 Blocks” will bring together food and art throughout the town, and hopefully drive some pandemic-safe local dining.
Good economic times promised once virus gets controlled
But local restaurants and retail face a ‘rough road’ ahead, economist Thornberg predicts
Health office reviewing reopening waivers from schools
But child care facilities are showing outbreaks
New retail license outlines restrictions for tobacco sales
The Sebastopol City Council approved the adoption of a tobacco retail license for the city at its most recent meeting on Sept. 15. Chief among the reasons an ordinance regulating tobacco sales and businesses was proposed is the increase of youth tobacco use through vaping.
Día de Los Muertos events going forward with COVID considerations
Windsor Día de los Muertos is offering safe, socially-distanced fun events throughout October. Scheduled events include a display of altars on the Town Green throughout the month of October, a free sugar skull crafting kit giveaway, a Día de los Muertos Lowrider Car Show at the farmers market and a youth portrait competition and art show.
