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The “Howl” to benefit Altimira Middle School.

For the third year in a row, it’s time for the ‘Howl,” a benefit for Altimira Middle School to be held at the Moose Lodge on Saturday, Nov. 3. The event is named after the howl of the wolf, which is the schools mascot. The evening kicks off at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be prepared by Chef Roget DeClerq, featuring a menu of beef stew over polenta along with bread, salad, appetizers and dessert, along with a vegetarian option. At 8 p.m., the music starts with the Cork Pullers followed by DJ Bubba and there is also a dance only option for folks that can’t make the dinner. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at the Altimira Middle School office. For more info, call 415-860-5958.

Yoga Community is hosting a benefit for Sonoma Music Arts School on Saturday, Nov. 3. You may have read about the schools owner, Aldo Mosca in last weeks edition of the Index Tribune, and as the piece stated, Mosca isn’t about throwing benefits, so some of his buddies, including Rhys Wade are doing it for him. The evening kicks off at 6 p.m. with a flurry of local musicians until 10:30 p.m. Slated to be on the bill are Plan Be, Ten Foot Tone, JoyRide, Easily Distracted, Dawn Angelosante with Tony Gibson, Garen Patterson, Aldo Mosca and Deirdre Egan with Devra Wolfe. There will also be a number of silent auction items. Yoga Community is at 577 5th St. W.

Murphy’s Irish Pub has the Sonoma Mountain Band tonight, Nov. 2, for a special show that will include the latest CD release party from band guitarist Dave Hamilton, titled “Thinking about Time.” The night kicks off at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, it’s the always popular Andrew Freeman, also for an 8 p.m. show. Sunday, Nov. 4, there is a Celtic pub jam that goes of at 3:30 p.m. followed by Sean Carscadden and Marty O’Reilly for an early show at 6:30 p.m. There is no cover for any of the shows.

The Sunflower Cafe welcomes JoyRide tonight, Nov. 2, playing on the patio as part of the artist reception, featuring art from Jennifer Cabaud and wine tasting from Highway 12 winery. The event starts at 5 p.m. and there is no cover.

The Annex Wine Bar has a duo performing tonight with Sean Carscadden and Cliff Hugo, kicking off at 6 p.m. It is also “Fondue Friday” at the annex, with a variety of fondue choices. There is no cover.

The Kenwood Firemans Association is having a benefit party called the Farmhouse Harvest Festival on Saturday, Nov. 3, kicking off at noon at the Farmhouse in Kenwood. There will be food, drinks a silent auction, tye dye lessons where folks are encouraged to bring their own clothing to dye, Popo the Clown and live music from the Pulsators and the Timothy O’Neil band. There will also be a fashion show at 3 p.m. Children are free. The Farmhouse is at 9255 Sonoma Hwy. in Kenwood. For more info, call 337-0867.

Olive and Vine in Glen Ellen continues “Supper Club Sundays” this Sunday, Nov. 4, with a show that will feature Jon Williams, Jimmy Dillon and John Burdick. The music starts at 6 p.m. and Chef Catherine Venturini has a special bistro menu prepared.

It’s time again for the Dance for the Troops, presented by American Legion Jack London Post #489 at the Sonoma Valley Veterans Memorial Building on Saturday, Nov. 3, kicking off at 6 p.m. The event features food and a full bar, and dancing to the music of the Moonlighters. Attendees are encouraged to dress in vintage military or ‘60s attire. All proceeds will fund holiday packages for the troops now serving abroad. Tickets are available at Eraldi’s Menswear or Reader’s Books, or at the door. For more info, call 935-9426.

The Kathmandu Corner welcomes Dan Martin tonight, Nov. 2, for an 8 p.m. show. Martin plays a unique style of classic reggae music. Saturday, Nov. 3, it’s Tim O’Neil, also for an 8 p.m. show. Sunday, Nov. 4, the corner welcomes Tony Gibson and Dawn Angelosante for an early show, starting at 6:30 p.m.

Sonoma Springs Brewing Company has Tom Martin tonight, Nov. 2, playing songs to get you inspired to go out and vote. Showtime is 7 p.m.

The Epicurean Connection presents Adam Traum, hot off his CD release show a couple weeks back, for a night of music that kicks off at 7:30 p.m.

The Plaza Bistro has jazz form Amanda King tonight, Nov. 2, at 6:30 p.m. King is a classic chanteuse who performs little known gems from the ‘30s and ‘40s, as well as jazz standards and popular songs from the Great American Songbook. There is no cover.

The Whiskey Thieves are in Napa on Saturday, Nov. 3, for a harvest party at Vinoce Winery, starting at 3 p.m.

Dana Land and her “Sexytet” will be in San Rafael at Studio 55 on Saturday, Nov. 3, kicking off at 8 p.m.

Doobie Brothers back for the B. R. Cohn Charity Concerts

For the 26th year in a row, winemaker and philanthropist Bruce Cohn is presenting the annual charity concert fundraiser at his estate winery in Glen Ellen this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 6 – 7. The list of local charities that have benefited from the more than $6 million dollars raised over the course of the years is far too long to mention in this column, but this years beneficiaries include the Sonoma Valley Education Foundation, Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance, Redwood Empire Food Bank, the Guardsmen, Operation Homefront, and American Legion Post 489. In addition to giving back to the community, Cohn has brought acts that typically you would only see in stadiums to the intimate setting in Sonoma Valley, acts such as Journey, Cheap Trick Todd Rundgren, Lynyrd Skynyrd and more.

This year is no different. It honestly wouldn’t be a B. R Cohn show without the timeless tunes from the Doobie Brothers, who will be headlining both days, but the Saturday show will be something special; Michael McDonald, who headed the band after the departure of Tommy Johnston in the mid ‘70s, will be playing with the whole band for first time on stage in six years. Saturdays show will also feature Buddy Guy in his first appearance at the venue, WAR, the Turtles, Lara Johnston and Scars on 45. Sunday’s line-up has the Doobie Brothers and friends, Kenny Loggins, Dave Mason, the Turtles, Zen Road Pilots, Tyrone Wells and Pat Simmons Jr. Tickets will be available both days. For more info, point your browser to www.brcohn.com.

Glen Ellen seems to have a lot going on this weekend, so let’s dive into that right now.

sean-marty — Sean Carscadden – Marty O’ Reilly

Olive and Vine has live music back every Sunday night, with this Sunday, Oct. 7, featuring Sean Carscadden and Marty O’ Reilly. Unlike last years format, which was more singer-songwriter orientated, now the venue is billing the night as “Supper Club Sunday” where folks can enjoy dinner and a show. For reservations and more info, call 996-9152.

The new Gristmill Inn Bar and Grill has Powerglide on Saturday, Oct. 6, for an 8 p.m. show. These local boys have been playing together for years and lay down blues, rock and a little country. There is no cover for the show.

The Jack London State Historic Park has a special piano concert by the Jack London Piano Club as a fundraiser for the park on Saturday, Oct. 6, kicking off at 4 p.m. The concert will open with vocalist DeAnne Reeder singing Jack London’s favorite song, “Recompense,” followed by Charmian’s favorite song, “In the Valley of the Moon.” Club pianists who will be performing include Pat Bonnoitt, John Dinwiddie, Jud Goodrich, Mae Lucas, Jack Power, Alexia Stevens, Nancy Watson, Carol Wilcoxson and Jim Wittes. Tickets are available online only at www.jacklondonpark.org and for more info, call 938-4827.

Up the road a bit in Kenwood, the Souluna Yoga Center will have a show on Saturday, Oct. 6, featuring 2Friends and Katie Benz. Showtime is 5 p.m. and admission includes a complimentary glass of wine. For more info, call 833-1068.

Meanwhile, back in town, the Kathmandu Corner has re-opened for live music starting tonight, Oct. 5, with Sean Carscadden doing a solo show. Saturday, Oct. 6, it’s JoyRide and on Sunday, Oct. 7, the corner welcomes Jason Walter. There will be a special appetizer menu available and all shows kick off at 7:30 p.m. There is no cover for any of the shows.

Right across the alley at Murphy’s Irish Pub, there is live music all weekend as well, kicking off tonight, Oct. 5, with Dan Martin and Friends, for an 8 p.m. show. Saturday, Oct. 6, it’s Blue House, playing blues and more, also at 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, there are 2 shows, a Celtic pub jam kicking off at 3:30 p.m. and Loose Shoes going off at 6:30 p.m. There is no cover for any of the shows at the pub.

The Annex Wine Bar next to the Community Cafe on West Napa Street welcomes Glenn Carter tonight, Oct. 5, for a 6 p.m. show. There will be small plates and wine available.

Sonoma Springs Brewery has Tom Martin tonight, Oct. 5, for a 7 p.m. show. There is no cover.

The Valley of the Moon Order of the Sons of Italy celebrates its Columbus Day Dinner Dance on Saturday, Oct. 6, beginning at 6 p.m. in Father Robert’s Hall at St. Francis Solano Church, 469 Third St. W. Proceeds from the event benefit the Sons of Italy’s scholarship fund. The evening begins with a no-host cocktail hour at 6 p.m. followed by a dinner at 7 p.m. Attendees can dance to the classic music of Swing and a Miss from 8 to 10 p.m. For tickets and more info, call 938-1295 or 938-5691.

The Plaza Bistro welcomes Charged Particles tonight, Oct. 5, kicking off at 7 p.m. The band features Murray Low on keyboards, Aaron Germain on bass and Jon Krosnick on drums. The trio’s repertoire blends jazz styles with elements from Latin music, classical music, funk, and more. There is no cover for the show. There is no jazz scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 6.

Yoga Community has the sounds of Easily Distracted on Saturday, Oct. 6, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. Yoga Community is in the West Plaza Shopping Center on Fifth Street West. For more info, call 935-8600.

The Ledson Lounge welcomes Dan Daniels and Nicky DePaola tonight Oct. 5, starting at 7 p.m.

The Cork Pullers will be at the Sonoma Community Garden on Seventh Street East on Saturday, Oct. 6, for an afternoon show that kicks off at 12:15 p.m. The event is family friendly and will have lasso lessons, scarecrow building contests, childrens art projects and much more. For more info, point your browser to www.sonomaecologycenter.org

If you are heading to the Sonoma Valley High School football homecoming game tonight, you can catch the Cork Pullers singing the National Anthem.

The El Verano Inn has a rap show tonight, Oct 5, which features RBL Posse, Young Lay and DJ Saucy One. Showtime is 9 p.m.

The Sebastiani Theatre has a musical movie on Sunday, Oct. 7, that features guitarist Pat Metheny. “The Orchestrion Project” was filmed by Grammy and Emmy Award winning directors Pierre and Francois Lamoureaux at the former Saint Elias Chruch in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, in Nov. 2010. In this film, guitarist Pat Metheny performs “The Orchestrion Suite” as well as other tracks from across Metheny’s prolific career. Showtime is 7 p.m. and for more tickets and more info, call 996-9756.

Rich Little will be playing his Chapman Stick for the pleasure of the patrons of the Big 3 Diner on Monday, Oct. 7, starting at 6 p.m. If you’ve never seen a Chapman Stick in action, check this show out.

The Blue Moon Saloon has Karaoke on Saturday, Oct. 6, kicking off at 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, it’s the blues jam, going down at 10 p.m. There is no cover for either night.

Loosely Covered will be at Sprenger’s Tap Room in Santa Rosa on Saturday, Oct. 6, for a 9 p.m. show.

The Whiskey Thieves will be playing the CHEERS! St. Helena after party tonight, in St. Helena, kicking off at 8 p.m.

Hot 45s – Shows within a 45 minute drive from the Island

Buckethead– Saturday, Oct. 6
19 Broadway – Fairfax
415-459-0293

Pat Jordan Band – Friday, Oct. 5
HopMonk Tavern – Sebastopol
829-7300

Patti Smith – Monday, Oct. 8
The Fillmore – San Francisco
415-346-6000

Jason Bonham Led Zeppelin Experience – Friday, Oct. 5
Uptown Theater – Napa
259-0123

Steve Vai – Sunday, Oct. 7
Uptown Theater – Napa
259-0123

Revolver and Bonnie Hayes– Saturday, Oct. 6
Rancho Nicasio – Nicasio
415-662-2219

Big local music weekend at Murphy’s Irish Pub

Its strictly locals this weekend at Murphy’s Irish Pub, starting tonight, Sept. 21, with the David Thom Band, kicking off at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, welcomes the Jami Jamison Band to the snug for an 8 p.m. show. Sunday, Sept. 23, it’s an early show with Dave Aguilar and Peter McCauley, kicking off at 6:30 p.m.

Sebastiani Winery and Vineyards welcomes the classic rock tribute act BackTrax tonight, Sept. 21, for what might be the last show of the year for the band. Still contemplating a Halloween show, but after a busy summer season, the band is looking at taking a little time to re-load. The band has added Lawrence Behrs, a new player in town, on saxophone for the evening. There is no cover for the show that kicks off at 6 p.m.

Quarryhill Botanical Garden presents the Whiskey Thieves for a show to benefit the gardens on Saturday, Sept. 22, kicking off at 5 p.m. If you’ve not been, the gardens are amazing. The story goes like this: A fire swept through the Mayacamas Mountains foothills in 1964, creating an environment ripe for the knob cone pines that quickly repopulated the land. Four years later, Jane Davenport Jansen purchased more than 40 acres of the nascent thicket, taming it with vineyards planted on the open valley floor. In 1987, Jansen began cultivating a garden along the rocky, steep hillsides, which were pocked with the remains of abandoned rock quarries. Heavy rains and natural infiltration of waters created a group of ponds, creating a serene natural environment that Jansen soon planted with seedlings, flowers, and plants from seeds collected on more than 25 annual Asian expeditions. For tickets and more info, call 996-3166.

The El Verano Inn has an epic local punk rock show tonight, Sept. 21, with Static People headlining. The band has been achieving critical acclaim and had their most recent video ‘Toxic Overload,” nominated for two awards from the Los Angeles Music Awards. Also on the bill is Paulie Hips and the Childbearers and opening the show will be the Dark Lord Byron. There is no cover for the show that kicks off at 9 p.m.

The Sonoma Hometown Band is set to begin rehearsals for the winter season. New and returning players will gather on Sundays, at 6 p.m. starting on Sunday, Sept.30, and rehearsals will be held in the music room of Sonoma Valley High School. Doors to the music room will open at 6 p.m. and the downbeat will fall at 6:15 p.m. from conductor Justin Enright. All are welcome to participate.

If the band isn’t your thing, maybe Hula is. You can still get in on the beginning hula classes with Hula Mai, Sonomas hometown Hawaiian and dance group. Classes are on Friday mornings at the Vintage House senior center. For more info, call 996-0311 or point your browser to www.hulamai.org.

Sonoma Springs Brewery has Wildflower Weed and friends along with a bevy of other performers on Saturday, Sept. 22, kicking off at 6 p.m. Opening the show will be the Trees, followed by Poison Oak, a Wildflower Weed duet then the band itself. There is no cover for the show.

Annex Wine Bar, located next to the Community Cafe on West Napa Street is beginning to have live music, starting on Saturday, Sept. 22, with Jon Williams, kicking off at 5 p.m. There is no cover for the show and small plates will be available from Community Cafe. The wine bar is looking at doing live music Wednesdays and Fridays as well. Stay tuned for more details.

HopMonk Tavern Sonoma welcomes Michael L. Castle fort an acoustic show on Sunday, Sept. 23, in the beer garden kicking off at 1 p.m.

Larsen Family Winery is the place for the Future Farmers of America and the Sonoma Valley High Ag Program fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 22. The Rich Little Band will be providing the music and there will be a silent and live auction, as well as dinner. For more info, call 529-6085.

The Plaza Bistro welcomes the Fiveplay Jazz Quintet to the backroom tonight, Sept. 21, for a 7 p.m. show. Saturday, Sept. 22, it’s the Willie Adams Blues and Soul Review, for a show that kicks off at 8 p.m. There is no cover either night.

The Sonoma Mission Chapel has another of its concert series tonight, Sept. 21, featuring the Mark Taylor Flamenco Trio. Taylor has played guitar in the classical style for many years, and has studied Flamenco guitar in Madrid, Granada and Seville. Upon returning to the United States, he formed the Aire Flamenco Dance Company and the Mark Taylor Flamenco Quartet as well as the Mark Taylor Trio. Tickets are available at the Mission San Francisco Solano and for more info, contact Liz Kane at 484-9552.

Chateau St. Jean Winery in Kenwood welcomes the Mariachi Festival on Sunday, Sept. 23, kicking off at 2 p.m. Two of Northern Californias highly-regarded traditional arts groups, Mariachi Zacatecas of Sacramento and the Ballet Folklorico Compania Mazatlan Bellas Artes, are headlining the event. For tickets and more info, call 833-4134.

The Ledson Lounge welcomes Dan Daniels and Jack Pollard to the fireplace lounge on Saturday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. Pollard brings a lifetime of experience to the stage. His silky baritone and impeccable vocal interpretation brings to life a repertoire of songs which span decades of hits from the ‘30s to the ‘80s. His shows encompass jazz, blues and more to bring you a varied palette of songs with something to please everyone. There is no cover for the show.

The Hellhounds are at Cuvee in Napa on Saturday, Sept. 22, for a 9:30 p.m. show.

Mad Duran will be at the Jazzschool in Berkeley on Sunday, Sept. 23, for a 4:30 p.m. show.

Hot 45s – Shows within a 45 minute drive from the Island

Pride and Joy – Friday, Sept. 21
Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium – San Rafael
415-499-6400

Crosby Stills & Nash – Sunday, Sept. 23
Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium – San Rafael
415-499-6400

Moonalice – Friday, Sept. 21
HopMonk Tavern – Sebastopol
829-7300

Gov’t Mule – Friday, Sept. 21
The Warfield – San Francisco.
www.thewrarfieldtheater.com

Tommy Castro and the Pain Killers – Sunday, Sept. 16
Rancho Nicasio – Nicasio
415-662-2219

Kathmandu Festival returns this weekend

It’s time again for the annual Kathmandu Festival which raises money for many programs in Neapl. Carol Vernal and countless members of the local Nepalese community here in Sonoma Valley have created weekend that celebrates the diverse cultures of Nepal, Tibet and India through traditional Himalayan music and lively dance performances throughout both days. Attendees are invited to stroll through a colorful marketplace to shop for jewelry, clothing, art, antiques and crafts, held at the Sonoma Valley Veterans Memorial Building on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 15-16, kicking off at 11 a.m. both days. Live music accompanies both days, starting at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, with Rene Jenkins and friends, followed by Michael Davis and friends. Playful Goddesses take the stage at 2:15 and then it’s time for local Sukhawat Ali Khan at 2:30 p.m. Shyanti Saha and Tsering Wangmo wrap up the day. If you miss Saturday, have no fear, as Sunday, Sept. 16, kicks off at 12:30 p.m. with Christine Boyd followed by Peter VanGuilder and friends. The Bhutanese Dancers take the stage at 2 p.m. followed by the Shruti Rekha singers. The day wraps up with Sharnawi KC and Eliza Paneru and Meera and Troupe. Tickets for the event will be available at the door. More info about the weekend and the cause can be found at www.childrensmedicalaid.org.

It’s a bluegrass extravaganza at the Moose Lodge tonight, Sept. 14, and it’s a free show. Some of the top bluegrass acts in Northern California will be at the show. Headlining, back from touring the United States this summer, will be the Knock on Wood Players, followed by locals the David Thom Band and opening the show will be Windy Hill. Dinner will be available and the bar will be open for Moose drinks.

Murphy’s Irish Pub presents blues from the Hellhounds tonight, Sept. 14, kicking off at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, it’s Vanessa Schillings Trio, also kicking off at 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, there is no music, as it’s time for Jack Benny Radio Show Dinner Theater. There is no cover for the music, but for more info on the theater show, call 815-6159.

The El Verano Inn is quickly becoming a weekly music venue, with two shows this weekend. The first show, Saturday, Sept. 15, features the Mountain Squirrel, laying down a little classic rock and country starting at 9 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, it’s the afternoon blues kicking off at 5 p.m. with 3 on a Match, featuring Smokin’ Joe Herrschaft. The act is primarily a duo, comprised of Herrschaft on vocals and Paul “Steelhead” Christopulous on slide guitar. Together since 2006, the band covers many genres and artists, as well as laying down some original songs. There is no cover for either show.

Sheila Whitney and John Burke will be starring in a special show on Sunday, Sept. 16, starting at 1 p.m. at the Trinity Episcopal Church. The duo will be performing secular and sacred music titled “Celebratory Songs of Praise” and will contribute to the day-long celebration at to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its building at 275 East Spain Street. Whitney is the soprano soloist at the church and Burke is the organist, pianist, composer and music director. They will be bringing you an array of songs with the theme of praise, from composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew Lloyd Webber, locals Bertil E. Anderson, John Burke and more. The event is free, but donations will be accepted.

Wildwood Farm in Kenwood is presenting a garden party and plant sale on Sunday, Sept. 16, and to get you in the mood, the good doctor, Dr. Joel Rudinow, has put together an afternoon of New Orleans piano, blues, boogie-woogie, and rock and roll. The afternoon kicks off at 1 p.m. and for more info, call 833-1161.

It’s time for another barn dance at the Sonoma Grange Hall in Boyes Hot Springs on Saturday, Sept. 15, now with a brand new air conditioner unit to keep everyone cool. The evening kicks off at 8 p.m. and caller Mavis McGaugh will teach circle mixers and reels, starting easy and leading beginners to intermediate steps, accompanied by the bluegrass melodies of the Santa Barbara Mountain Boys. A donation is requested at the door, but dancers under 26 years of age are free.

The Sonoma Springs Brewery welcomes Tom Martin tonight, Sept. 14, for a 7 p.m. show. According to Martin, he will be playing “…solo acoustic, one man, one guitar, no net.” There is no cover for the show.

The Ledson Hotel welcomes back to the lounge Jess Petty on Saturday, Sept. 15, for a 6 p.m. show. There is no cover.

The Plaza Bistro welcomes the John Kalleen Group tonight, Sept 14, kicking off at 7 p.m. The band is a quintet in the classic style; trumpet, sax, piano, bass and drums, offering fresh compositions, echoing the admired hard bop and post-bop eras of the ‘50s and ‘60s, but infused with a modern, dynamic spark. Saturday, Sept. 15, it’s the Jeff Massanari Duo, with Ken Campbell on keyboards. Massanari regularly plays with the Johnny Nocturne Band, the Murasaki Ensemble, Swing Fever and other musicians in the jazz, blues, and world music genres.

Sebastiani Winery and Vineyards welcomes the Rett Hamer Band tonight, Sept. 14, for an evening of blues, kicking off at 6 p.m.

The Swiss Hotel has the Jami Jamison Band in the back patio on Sunday, Sept. 16, for an afternoon show kicking off at 3 p.m. There is no cover and a special appetizer menu will be available. If you can’t check them out Sunday, the band will be at Papa’s Taverna the night before, Saturday, Sept. 15, for a 7 p.m. show.

The Blue Moon Saloon has DJ Divine Proportion tonight, Sept 14, at 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, the moon welcomes back karaoke, kicking off at 9 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, the blues jam continues, starting at 10 p.m. There is no cover any for of the nights.

Points North will be doing a free show on Sunday, Sept. 16, at 19 Broadway in Fairfax, kicking off at 9 p.m.

Adam Traum will be at Cuvee in Napa tonight, Sept. 14, for a 9 p.m. show.

Showcase the Band will be in St. Helena on Sunday, Sept. 16, for a Mexican Independence day celebration at Lyman Park, starting at noon.

The Whiskey Thieves will be at the “Woofstock Adoptathon” on Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Marin Humane Society in Novato, for a 2 p.m. show.

Hot 45s – Shows within a 45 minute drive from the Island

Crosby Stills & Nash – Wednesday – Thursday, Sept 19-20
The Fillmore – San Francisco
415-346-6000

Pat Metheny – Tuesday, Sept 18
Napa Valley Opera House
226-7372

Pride and Joy – Friday, Sept. 14
Bimbo’s 365 Club – San Francisco
415-474-0365

Wonderbread 5 – Friday, Sept. 14
George’s Nightclub – San Rafael
415-226-0262

Tommy Castro and the Pain Killers – Sunday, Sept. 16
Rancho Nicasio – Nicasio
415-662-2219

Super Diamond – Neil Diamond Tribute – Saturday, Sept. 15
Sweetwater Music Hall – Mill Valley
415-388-3850

Moonalice – Friday – Sunday, Sept. 16
Sweetwater Music Hall – Mill Valley
415-388-3850

Brothers Comatose – Friday, Sept. 14
Mystic Theatre – Petaluma
765-2121

Zepparella – Saturday, Sept. 15
Mystic Theatre – Petaluma
765-2121

Dave Matthews Tribute – Sunday, Sept. 16
Mystic Theatre – Petaluma
765-2121

Transcendence Theatre says goodbye with a grand finale

Since early July of this year, the Transcendence Theatre Company has been putting on a series of shows in the Jack London State Historical Park as a benefit for the park itself, to sell-out crowds and delighted attendees. The group has brought little bits of Broadway right here to Sonoma Valley with performers from actual Broadway and television shows and national touring companies in a number of themed shows under the stars. That all comes to an end this Saturday, Sept. 1, when the group presents a grand finale; a sort of greatest hits from all the previous shows. The gates open at 5 p.m. and families are welcome to bring a picnic basket and can even reserve a table by calling 877-424-1414. The main event kicks off at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are available online at www.transcendencetheatre.org.

The Grist Mill Bar and Grill in Glen Ellen is giving live music another chance with the first of weekly live music nights Saturday, Sept.1, at the newly re-opened venue with a new menu and a whole new vibe. Kicking off the series will be local favorites the WildKats, which feature Nazar Eljumaily, Doug DelFava and Tom Peterian. Showtime is 9 p.m. and there is no cover.

Sebastiani Winery and Vineyards presents BackTrax in the tasting room tonight, Aug. 31, kicking off sharp at 6 p.m. It is also a food truck Friday event, with gourmet food trucks in the parking lot. There is no cover for the event, and tables are first-come, first-served.

Sometimes in this business of writing events, you get a press release that really shouldn’t be edited or changed, so here you go. “The Whiskey Thieves are hosting a first ever “Tips for the Tab” benefit Friday, Aug. 31, at Steiners Tavern, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. They are playing that night to clear their long standing bar tab. There is no cover charge, but the band will be accepting tips to help wipe out their tab. Pay for a drink they already drank! Prizes will be awarded for the largest donations.” See you at Steiners.

Robledo Winery was the scene on Saturday, Aug. 25, of a surprise performance by Nuestra Leyenda as part of the Amistad Awards ceremony.

Sarah Summers presents a going away concert on Monday, Sept. 3, at 7 p.m. in Andrews Hall as she prepares to go off to college. Her performance will benefit the renovation of Andrews Hall, for which funds are currently being raised. According to Summers, “…I performed once before at Andrew’s Hall and loved the more formal setting, a great change from the bars and restaurants I normally perform in. I hope that my contribution to Andrews Hall will allow me to perform there again someday when I return to Sonoma…” Tickets will be available at the door or beforehand at the Sonoma Community Center box office.

HopMonk Tavern Sonoma welcomes Glenn Carter to the outside stage on Sunday, Sept. 2, for a 1 p.m. show.

The Plaza Bistro has jazz again this weekend starting tonight, Aug. 31, with the Dan Zemelman Trio, featuring Mike Bordelon on bass and Jeff Marrs on drums. Zemelman contributed to John Lee Hooker’s last studio album, “Face to Face” and toured South America with Hookers daughter Zakiya’s band. Zemelman currently plays regularly with bassist-composer Marcus Shelby, as well as his own quartet. Saturday, Sept. 1, brings in Bryan Girard on saxophone with Tim Campbell on keyboards. Born and raised in San Francisco, Girard majored in music at San Francisco State University and has performed in and around the Bay Area for over three decades. Shows both nights kick off at 7 p.m. and there is no cover.

Murphy’s Irish Pub presents Larry Carlin and Mostly Simply Bluegrass tonight Aug. 31, for an 8 p.m. show. Saturday, Sept. 1, it’s the popular Andrew Freeman, also for an 8 p.m. show. Sunday, Sept. 2, it’s an early show with the Paper Dolls, featuring Uni and her Ukelele. There is no cover for any of the shows at the pub.

The Ledson Hotel welcomes Dan Daniels and Nicky DePaola on Saturday, Sept. 1, for a 7 p.m. show. There is no cover.

The Blue Moon Saloon has DJ Selecta Green B as part of a blue moon celebration tonight, Aug. 31, kicking off at 10 p.m.

Showcase the Band will be in Rio Nido at the picnic grounds on Sunday, Sept. 2, for a barbecue starting at 5 p.m.

The Tonewoods will be at A’Roma Roasters in Santa Rosa on Saturday, Sept. 1, for an 8:30 p.m. show.

Traffic Jam will be at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma tonight, Aug. 31, for an 8 p.m. show.

Hot 45s – Shows within a 45 minute drive from the Island

Old 97’s – Sunday, Sept. 2
The Fillmore – San Francisco
415-346-6000

James Cotton – Friday, Aug. 31
Napa Valley Opera House
226-7372

Bella Fleck – Tuesday, Sept. 4
Napa Valley Opera House
226-7372

John Hiatt – Sunday, Sept. 2
Uptown Theater – Napa
259-0123

Tony Saunders – Friday, Aug. 31
George’s Nightclub – San Rafael
415-226-0262

Charlie Musselwhite – Sunday, Sept. 2
Rancho Nicasio – Nicasio
415-662-2219