Gold Medal Gala: Wilson Artisan Wines celebrates their 118 gold medals from the recent International Wine Competition in San Francisco, at Coyote Sonoma, on Friday, Feb. 10, 6:30pm. Owners Ken and Diane Wilson (she’s also chief winemaker), as well as others from the 11-winery strong company, will be on hand for the tasting event; music by Nick Foxer, tickets available at www.wilsonartisanwines.com/118golds.
Steelhead Fest: The Lake Sonoma Steelhead Festival returns after a two-year COVID hiatus to the Milt Brandt Visitor Center at Lake Sonoma on Saturday, Feb. 11, 10am-4pm. Art, games, disc golf, bubble demonstrations, live music and more, though the hatchery will not be open this year. It’s not just about the fish, but a free family-friendly event with a broad environmental focus.
African Music: Baba Shibambo leads an interactive introduction to the music and stories of South Africa, with demonstrations of djembes, marimbas and gourd shekeres. This free class is Saturday, Feb. 11 at 11am, at the Healdsburg Regional Library, 139 Piper St.
Reading: Science fiction writer Kim Stanley Robinson will read from his work, The High Sierra, a Love Story, on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 7pm. Tickets at the 222.org, at 222 Healdsburg Ave.
Fortepianist: Daniel Adam Maltz performs Haydn and Mozart’s works on the instrument for which they were written, the fortepiano (also known as the pianoforte), on Sunday, Feb. 12, 1pm. Raven Theater, 115 North St.
‘Plastics’: On Monday, Feb. 13, one may check out Mike Nichols’ 1967 film, The Graduate, with Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and a pitch-perfect soundtrack, presented by AVFilm director of programming Mike Traina. At Young and Yonder Spirits, 449 Allan Ct.
Lions and Gorillas: Bushtracks founder David Tett speaks on the charismatic wildlife of Africa in a “Crafted Conversation” on Wednesday, Feb. 15, starting at 5:30pm. In the Fireplace Lounge at CraftWork, 445 Center St.
Book Signing: Sommelier Jane Lopes shows up at Thumbprint Cellars (102 Matheson) on Thursday, Feb. 16, 7pm, to celebrate her book, Vignette: Stories of Life and Wine in 100 Bottles. This event will include a Q&A session and signing; free pour with purchase of the book.
Family Dance: Healdsburg Elementary School and Fitch Mountain campus students and parents are invited for a night of music, dancing and family togetherness, Friday, Feb. 17. Held at Healdsburg High, 6-8pm; $10 requested donation gets the whole family in. Free refreshments and family photos.
Buster Keaton: One of cinema’s early masters is featured in his silent classic, Sherlock Jr., accompanied by live music from the San Francisco Chamber Music Society String Quartet and pianist Stephen Prutsman. On the bill as well, the expressionist masterpiece, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, also with music. Saturday, Feb. 18, starting at 7pm at 222 Healdsburg Ave.
Chicago: The Raven Theater breaks new ground in the well-trod tribute band phenomenon, with Chicago The Tribute on Saturday, Feb. 18, 7:30pm. 115 North St.
Fat Tuesday: Mardi Gras can be celebrated in Healdsburg at Parish Café and the Elephant in the Room, with crawfish boil, beignets, wine by Flambeaux Winery, music by the Blues Defenders and Spike’s Awesome Hotcakes. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2-10pm, $75. Southwest corner of Mill St. and Healdsburg Ave.
City Council: Tuesday, Feb. 21, council meeting, due to the Presidents Day holiday. The appeal of the Planning Commission’s denial of a use permit for The Ruse is expected, among other matters. Starts at 6pm at City Council Chambers, 401 Grove St., or one may watch at facebook.com/cityofhealdsburg.
Indigenous Voices: Second gathering in Healdsburg’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) community conversations, on Thursday, Feb. 23, from 6:30-8:30pm. Subject is contemporary and historical experiences of the African-American community in Healdsburg. At the Healdsburg Community Center (1557 Healdsburg Ave.).
They Got the Beat: Dave Wakeling and The English Beat return to the Raven for their first post-COVID concert, featuring their signature blend of ska, rock and Motown on Friday, Feb. 24. Always a very popular concert, one may get tickets at raventheater.rog. 115 North St.
