Gazette Small Shops 2014 LR

Dear Readers,
This marks our 12th Annual
Guide to shopping at locally-owned
stores in Sonoma County. We stared
with taking people to tiny shops
in tiny towns and as the Gazette
distribution expanded, we moved
into our cities in search of small
shops owned by Sonoma County
entrepreneurs.
For many years the closest you
could come to locally made products
were craft fairs and art galleries with
a few furniture makers. But these
days artists and crafts people, bakers
and all kinds of “makers” are selling
their products in stores that feature
locally made products.
What is LOCAL keeps coming up
in conversations since every city has
their own Shop Local campaign and
the GoLocal Coop has expanded
awareness of the economic impact of
supporting local businesses.
But just because a business is
locally-owned doesn’t make it truly
local until it sells locally made
products which brings the greatest
benefit to keeping dollars in Sonoma
County. If the business is locally
owned but sells items made in
China, the benefit is greatly reduced.
Add locally made products and you
have a win-win on all levels.
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The greatest champions of owned
local, made local are our small
supermarkets. Oliver’s Market is the
leader in this campaign and they are
no longer small. With the new store
opening in Windsor this year, they
will have three markets filled with
local produce and product.
Other markets like Sonoma and
Glen Ellen Markets, Petaluma Market,
Molsberry’s, G & G, Andy’s Market,
Community Market, Shelton’s and
Big Johns Markets are bringing
strength to our local economy every
day through the food we eat and
products we buy to sustain our lives.
Taking the Buy Local campaign all
the way this holiday season gives us
an opportunity to introduce ourselves
to local entrepreneurs who can satisfy
our needs for clothes, furniture, home
decor, baked goods, and gifts all year.
Take a stroll through our towns.
Hit the back streets as well as
downtowns, and please support the
local businesses who made this guide
to Sonoma County shopping possible.
Our center spread map features a
numbered Advertisers Index so you
can find them on the map and links to
their websites on our website
Please support these entrepreneurs
who are your neighbors
THANK YOU!
by Zoë Tummillo
W
e all have a little list of things we hold dear from “way back when!” One
of the best on my list is the very special dynamic of browsing and shopping in
owner-involved-and-operated, small shops.
Those of you on the same beam as mine (way over 65 and kissing 80), will
understand what I mean! Once upon a time, there was a majority of small
merchants, and a minority of “megas.” Some of the charm and attraction of
small shop shopping has to do with familiarity, and some with the value of
simple courtesy. Some of us miss those values!
It’s partly about the connection of having a person greet you as if they really
care that you walked through their shop door! A lot of it is about that direct
connection between your presence and possible purchases, and the real person
with a vested interest, who sweeps the sidewalk out front and, personally,
opens that door for business.
How can that compare with wandering around for a quarter mile in a “big
box” labyrinth, looking for someone -- anyone --to just answer a question?
Customer “service?” Give. Me. A. Break.
I have stories, and I am sure you readers out there have them, too; stories
about customer service, inventory attitudes, the referral chain, local information, etc. My good stories almost ALL come from small shop & shopkeeper
experiences! Here’s just one of mine.
Older Italians love a special Christmas holiday item called Panforte. It is a
small, hard kind of sweet loaf that is either made perfectly or it bombs. It has
almonds in it, gets harder the longer you keep it, doesn’t spoil, and is simply
delicious! If your Mama or Nonna is no longer around to make panforte, then
you either learned how to make it yourself or the search is on. Traverso’s (now
gone) carried the one I’d found and loved. But, I couldn’t remember the name.
Throughout Marin, Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake Counties I searched and
searched for that perfect panforte. (It just isn’t the same at holidays if I can’t get
my hands on at least one small 4” or 6” loaf.)
And, guess what? Right there in Sebastopol I found “Panforte di Sonoma”
and a wonderful proprietress, Osanna -- a complete stranger, whose voice
floated over the phone to me with her charming accent, as though we were old
friends... Yes, they had sold their product to Traverso’s, but my request was too
late for the 2013 season’s inventory. Osanna assured me that when the 2014 bake
begins she would let me know!
I know she will, because the small shops relate – personally – with their
customers.
Small shops magic is universal!
On the other side of the States,
when I visit my family, my sisters
and I always browse and shop
the small shops. It is a highlight
of any travel to “discover” a special shop in a quaint downtown –
often recently revitalized. When
the connection is made, distance
simply does not matter. Pick
up the phone and you are there
– Orlando, Galveston, Boston,
Petaluma -- you are remembered
and you can shop with that
personal touch. (Ten bucks says
you’ll be remembered with the right
incident reference!)
Kate Barrett’s bolt FABRIC & HOME
There is a place and a market
219 North Cloverdale Blvd, Cloverdale
for
all aspects of retail, of course.
707-894-2658 www.boltcloverdale.com
But value is a relative thing. Is
the item made locally or at least in the USA? That has value to me. Will the
individual selling it to me take personal responsibility for the item I buy? That
has value to me. Would I trade value for quantity pricing devoid of follow-up
responsibility, face-to-face? No!
Small shops and their owners and operators take the worst hits when our
economy flounders – because their edge is closer to the edge. It is on us – the consumers – to consider our part of the responsibility for what we value about the
small shops we say we cherish. We have all experienced the “...oh, no! That
shop closed? I loved that shop!”
But, when did you last shop there? It takes two – and not just to Tango!
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The Name Says It All:
Made Local Marketplace
By Lynda McDaniel
I
These are the people who make our home unique
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t’s 9:55 a.m., and fresh
produce is being loaded onto a
wooden cart at 531 5th Street in
downtown Santa Rosa. As you
approach, you might expect
to find a farm store, but once
inside, you quickly realize the
veggies are just one ingredient
in a juicy mix of local, often
organic, products at the Made
Local Marketplace. Room after
room beckon (the store has
grown four times its original
size) with stylish displays of
products from local makers,
artists, and producers from six
counties: Mendocino, Lake,
Sonoma, Solano, Napa & Marin.
In addition to herbs,
vegetables, and organic plant
starts, the front of the store
showcases specialty foods from
the region, including Sonoma
Chocolatiers confections,
Cloverleaf Ranch barbecue sauce, homemade granola, jams, and condiments,
as well as farm-fresh eggs and cheeses from Shamrock Artisan Goat Cheese.
But that’s just the beginning. Made Local Marketplace, which Kelley Rajala
started in 2010 with 35 makers, now includes the work of 400 producers of
housewares, jewelry, art, cards, clothing, children’s items, and health and
beauty products made with natural ingredients.
If you’re a first-time
shopper, you might ask
Marketplace Manager
Nada Abbott her favorites
to help you navigate this
bountiful inventory. Don’t
be surprised, though, if
she hesitates; that’s only a
reflection of the spirit and
mission of the store.
“The promise I’ve made
our vendors is they all
have high visibility,” she
explains. “Nobody gets
stuck in an inconvenient
spot; no product is
treated as less important. Our merchandise is all about people, inspiration, and
aspiration. Each piece of merchandise is part of that person and deserves the
honor that goes with that.”
Of course, once she starts walking through the 1,800-square-foot store,
Abbott proudly points out ceramic artists Candice Birchfield, Rhonda Lee,
and Larry Robinson, as well as several talented
jewelers, photographers, and card-makers. Off to the
left, a display of Greer Puder’s spiffy handkerchiefs
and kitchen items are complemented by Abbott’s
creations under the moniker The Cottage Lady,
including hand-sewn linens, European-style men’s
shirts, and even women’s bloomers.
Kids’ have their own department too. Abbott’s
items for creative play and baby sets mingle
Small signs let you you know with Lee Miller’s wood-crafted toys and Jessica
Buickerood’s children’s clothing, among others.
WHO made your products
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Extending the Walls
As merchants around the region catch “local fever,” Rajala and her business
partner, Pamela Dale (who’s also a weaver of award-winning scarves, tea
towels and blankets), are
eager to help. “We know our
folks can’t make a living off
one store, so we’re happy
to introduce them to other
merchants,” Rajala says.
In fact, Made Local
Marketplace has become a
showroom of sorts for the
region’s artists and makers.
“I found quite a few of the
artists we represent here
by visiting the Made Local
Marketplace,” says Jasmine
Gold, owner of Stone’s
Throw in Cotati. “We could
choose from a diverse
selection of artists who fit our theme of body, mind, and spirit.”
Susan Butler, owner of Locastore, opening soon in Sebastopol, agrees.
“Kelley has been supportive of Locastore during its development,” she
explains. “I found a couple of seamstresses who are making our aprons and
shopping bags; I also got leads on local artisan preserved-food makers.”
Organically inspired
The Made Local Marketplace concept has grown as organically as many of its
products. That expansion includes not only an ever-expanding store but also
a sister organization, North Bay Made. A branding initiative for locally made
products in the six counties, North Bay Made cooperates with store owners
throughout the region, like Amy Ludwick of Earth’s Bounty Fine Foods in
Santa Rosa and Scott Cratty, owner of Westside Renaissance Market in Ukiah.
“Our store is a community
grocery store with the
biggest collection of locally
made foods in Mendocino
County. We have a miniversion of the Made Local
Marketplace in the front and
back of our store,” Cratty
explains. “Lots of stores
talk about ‘local’ but what
does that really mean? Well,
thanks to North Bay Made,
customers know the products actually come from this region.”
Back at Made Local Marketplace, Abbott is completing a sale with a first-time
customer. “I love when a new customer comes in and says, ‘I had no idea what
all you have here; I want to come back and bring my sisters and mother.’ And
they do return,” she says.
Seasonal sanity
For holiday shoppers, Abbott makes another promise: no commercial
Christmas atmosphere. “No overt red-and-green theme or grandmothers run
over by reindeers or chipmunks,” Abbott adds, chuckling. “We offer an exciting
emporium for handmade gifts that allows you to feel the festivities of the
season without the hassles. It’s a haven here.”
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By Aleta Parseghian
W
e are fortunate
in Sonoma County
to be part of an
incredible local farming
movement. Small scale
farmers are popping up
everywhere and offering
a bounty high-quality
organic foods and
flowers. Locally grown
and made products are
abundant in the spring
and summer. But what
do these farmers do
during the dormant
winter months?
Hedda Brordstrom of
Full Bloom Flower Farm
has gotten creative with
how to keep busy when
her garden is not in
bloom. During the warm
season, she is occupied
by farming her intimate
plot of land in Graton, delivering bouquets to local stores and restaurants, and
creating stunning arrangements for weddings. But once all the seeds have been
harvested, all the tubers dug up and stored, and the wilted plants pulled from
the frost-bitten earth, Hedda turns her focus towards healing.
Hedda’s exploration into herbal medicines has been inspirational for her. She
is fascinated by the earth’s ability to heal and nourish and by how powerful
these medicines can be. She plans to expand her herbal garden next spring to
include plants that can be both medicine and beautiful additions to her floral
arrangements.
Having just completed a nine month course in Herbal Studies, she has
learned how to extract the healing properties from plants and turn them into
tinctures, salves, balms, teas, and more. She will be making an “Immunity Kit”
for winter that will include a variety of tinctures, salves and teas to keep you
healthy throughout the cold season. You can see her products first hand at the
annual Goddess Crafts Faire (Sebastopol Community Center) on December
13 & 14, where she will have a booth selling her herbal medicines, along with
dried flower and evergreen wreaths and garlic braids. If you can’t make it to the
faire and want to purchase her products, email her at hedda.brordstrom@gmail.
com.
Hedda will also be hosting a wreath making workshop on December 6
from 11 to 1 at her farm in Graton. She is planning to host more workshops
throughout the winter, so follow her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/
fullbloomflower to see what she’s up to. Come springtime, keep an eye out
for her bouquets at Andy’s Produce in Sebastopol, or sign up for her weekly
bouquet program.
A slow farming advocate and supporter of other local slow flower farmers,
she sees the benefit to our economy and environment from using only locally
grown blossoms. It is a joy to have watched Full Bloom Flower Farm grow
from a small booth at the farmers market to a thriving, multi-faceted business.
Hedda has a true gift, not just in the exquisite flower arrangements she creates,
but also in her ability to grow and nurture her flowers the way nature intended.
Full Bloom
Flower Farm
fullbloomgraton.com
www.facebook.com/
fullbloomflower
hedda.brordstrom@
gmail.com
707-591-6968
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ORIGINAL in Every Way
By Vesta Copestakes
I
t wasn’t that long ago that art galleries were one of the few places you could
purchase original works as gifts. But most galleries were privately owned
with unique collections that set each gallery apart from others. Now galleries
are often artist co-ops. 10 to 20 artists get together to form a co-op, rent a store
front and rotate shows every month. One of the artists will be the person who
greets you when you walk in. That artist is often working on something small
and portable while they sit that front desk. It’s actually ne of the best parts of
visiting these galleries - seeing a person creating something wonderful.
One of my favorite artists is Rik Olson, the man who created our front cover
the this year’s Small Shops guide. You also see his stunning illustrations for
Fine Tree Care ads that grace the back cover of the Gazette every month.
The gallery Rik is affiliated with is Graton Gallery - in Graton - just north of
Sebastopol and west of Hwy 116 in West County.
He creates worlds apart from our own reality and that’s one of the best
aspects of visiting galleries to see what people do. Imagination comes in all
shapes, dimensions and colors. Each person is unique and each object they
create will never find its way to a WalMart shelf.
And here’s where I encourage you to think about visiting these co-op
galleries. Every holiday season people make things that can be sold as gifts.
It helps the artist pay the rent the rest of the year and you walk away with
something you will find no where else on earth.
Here’s a list of galleries that are having special holiday shows. There are
more but they have not all sent us press releases as of press time, so please see
our calendar in the regular Gazette, and visit our online calendar at www.
SonomaCountyGazette.com that gets updated almost every day. There are
links to these galleries there as well.
Something new every day - that’s art - that’s creativity - that’s Sonoma
County at its best.
I would like to ask you to visit the galleries who placed display ads with
us to SHOW you what they have to offer as gifts for the holidays. You’ll be
amazed at the affordable gifts from these many creative individuals.
ART for Holiday Gifts - special shows:
thru Dec 21 ~ Art as Gifts for the Holidays ~ Come to the Occidental Center for
the Arts to see a wonderful exhibit and sale of affordable prints of paintings,
photos, etchings, and wood block designs--both framed and unframed, matted
and unmatted. Add these thoughtful gifts to your purchases for friends and
family. You will appreciate professional quality prints that make excellent art
available to everyone. Open Friday and Saturday from 1:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
through December 21 at3850 Doris Murphy Court, Bohemian Highway near
Graton Road. Also open whenever an evening event is being held at the Center.
Visitwww.occidentalcenterforthearts.org
thru Dec 24 ~ Russian River Art Gallery Artisan Gift Show ~ We’ve invited
well known and newly discovered local fibre artists, woodworkers, apparel
designers, jewelers, toymakers, and more. 16357 Main St. Guerneville. Open
from 10 AM to 6 PM. Closed Tuesdays. 707-869 - 9099.
thru Dec 25 ~ Little X Little: a small works show ~ The exhibition features
small work by over 20 artists in a variety of media. Find little treasures for small
spaces, perfect for holiday gift-giving. C14 Contemporary Arts, THE BARLOW,
6780 Depot Street, Suite 100, Sebastopol. www.c14contemporaryarts.com
Please see the Gazette’s
GUIDE to Sonoma
County Art Galleries
published in our June 2014
print edition and online at
SonomaCountyGazette.com
SEARCH: ART GALLERIES
thru Dec 31 ~ Art for the Holidays ~ Each Holiday season Healdsburg Center
for the Arts turns into a boutique gallery full of fine art and craft pieces perfect
for gift giving. Open Daily (Excluding Tuesdays) 11am - 5pm at 130 Plaza St.,
Healdsburg. www.healdsburgcenterforthearts.com
thru Jan 11 ~ Handmade + Functional ~ Featuring the handmade and functional
objects and wares that make life beautiful- such as cards, books, clothes, bags,
dishes, jewelry, furniture, bikes, etc. Sat & Sun 12-5 at Fulton X Gallery, 1200
River Road, Fulton.
Please see out ART Calendar & HOLIDAY Calendar for
more events to Celebrate the Holidays.
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A Colorful,
Charming,
Meaningful
Book
By Frances L Rivetti
“You know, I think the most exciting part of building my own book and actually
seeing it through to the end (with the help of a lot of my friends) is not when I fondled
my very first copy, but when I walked in to my favorite bookstore at Copperfields
Petaluma and there it was, on a promotion shelf and in the front window announcing a
new book and a “meet the author” . . . hot diggity dawg!” - Michael Bug!
W
ho would have imagined a plank of old wood being so utterly
transformative without Michael “Bug” Deakin’s very public passion for
repurposing beautiful old redwood beams and weathered barn planks in his
irrepressible business of Heritage Salvage and now, in book form, too.
Bug’s story (or rather, hundreds of what he describes as ‘quirky, run-on
stream-of-unconsciousness’ stories) takes us as readers on a wild ride around
the country, barn-spotting off-the-beaten-track, from his early days in the
sustainability wagon to his cutting-edge, current Reclamation Road multimedia project.
Newspaper clippings, hundreds of snapshots and snippets layer with lovely,
full-page color photos of stylish interiors crafted by Bug and his crew inside
and out of inspirational hot spots such as Rickhouse and Hops and Hominy
in San Francisco, the Girl and the Fig in Sonoma, Hopmonk Tavern, Straus
Family Creamery’s milk bar and lots more.
Nice section on locals featuring Heritage Salvage at home in Petaluma, CA.
Containing this unique character and his life’s work in one volume must have
taken a village. Terrific book for anyone interested in salvage and repurposing
or simply living an authentic life in an otherwise modern day plugged-in
America.
A PERSONAL NOTE:
Bug Deakin has been in my life for many years, yet I can’t remember
when I met him, but I do remember that he immediately left an impression.
He was still living in Occidental getting carried away with collecting wood
to re-purpose. Rumor has it that the neighbors got tired of his ambitions
and asked him to move on. Hence Heritage Salvage in Petaluma, just
outside the city limits.
As Bug has evolved so has his passion for taking something old and
making something new out of it. You could say he does it with people
as much as objects. People come into his sphere of influence and find
themselves getting impassioned about plastic destroying ecosystems and
killing animals; a young band of musicians who need a boost; a person
with an overwhelming need for help, a good cause that needs publicity.
Bug will shine a light on what catches his attention and grabs his heart.
He’s a useful man to have in your life.
Thanks Bug for all you do for your home and humanity. ~ Vesta
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Lets Do Lunch!
By Aleta Parseghian
If you’re like most of us, you will be spending a lot of time in December
shopping. The tedium of trudging from store to store is exhausting to say the
least. Burning all those calories is bound to work up an appetite. So while you’re
out and about, save some time to stop by some of these great locally owned
restaurants to relax and refuel.
Cloverdale:
Tian Yuen
421 S Cloverdale Blvd
Yes, I do expect you to do
some holiday shopping in
Cloverdale. They have some
really great stores! And while
you’re there, you absolutely
MUST visit Tian Yuen, a
Vietnamese noodle restaurant
that also offers fresh sushi,
Tian Yuen: House special roll with spicy tuna,
salmon, avocado & tobiko
Chinese, and Thai dishes. I fell
in love with their Green Curry
years ago when I lived in Cloverdale. I have since also fallen in love with their
sushi, which you can watch them make, and my husband was very impressed
with their Mongolian Beef. Even the water at Tian Yuen is delicious! The service
is impeccably friendly and attentive, the food is served qickly and is loaded with
fresh vegetables. They can accommodate any dietary restrictions and promise not
to make your dish too spicy if you’d like. I can’t recommend this place enough, so
add it to your bucket list of must-try restaurants in Sonoma County.
Windsor: Chinois Asian Bistro, 186 Windsor River Rd
This restaurant is consistently good whether I’ve come here for lunch or dinner.
Debbie Shu and Chang Liow bring Southeast Asia to Windsor, and if you wonder
at the French name, think about empire-building that brings war to countries
but also blends cultures. Their soups and salads are my kind of food, everything
fresh and brightly colored in full flavor. If you enjoy seared Ahi Tuna, try this
salad for lunch and chances are you won’t need anything else. On a cold day their
Hot & Sour Szechuan Baby Scallop Soup will warm you two ways - spicy and
warm. While you are there for lunch take a look at the dinner menu because you
will want to return. And take note that this same partnership owns Umé Japanese
Bistro on the east side of 101 on Old redwood Hwy. Same supreme quality,
excellent service and clean, healthy food.
Sonoma:
Sunflower Café, 421 1st St W
You can’t beat the convenience
of this place for being smack dab
in the middle of the shopping area.
Park once, walk to every store –
get hungry or thirsty, stop in to
Sunflower. There are small tables
out front for sidewalk dining or
tables in the garden out back. If it’s
cold, there are cozy tables inside
near the counter where life swirls
around food and beverage orders.
The food is always fresh, tasty, not
expensive, and excellent for an
Sunflower Café in Sonoma
on-the-go lunch when you want
to fill up and head back out. They also make all the best coffee drinks so it’s an
excellent place to stop in for a boost mid-shopping. Everything about Sonoma
Plaza is quality, friendly and accessible. That’s part of why this café is so perfectly
situated. They also feature the works of local artists in rotating shows, so it’s a
2 for 1. If you like fowl, try their signature smoked duck breast sandwich with
melted gruyere and organic greens. You may want to share this one.
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Petaluma: Native Kitchen,
110 Petaluma Blvd
Downtown Petaluma is always
a fun place to visit. It is abundant
with beautiful storefronts and
classy restaurants. New to the
neighborhood is Native, healthfood
at its finest. Their menu is full of
gluten free, vegan, organic food,
all of which is grown in Sonoma
County. They also offer an extensive
kombucha bar and apothecary.
Everything tastes better with good
Native Kitchen: Sweet corn cakes with quinoa
ambiance, which Native definitely
& marinated kale
has. The dining room is beautifully
decorated, with an airy open bar, a couch by the window, and a more intimate
seating area in the back. It’s a friendly atmosphere with very accommodating staff
and food that will make you feel indulgent without the guilt.
Sebastopol:
Fandee’s,
7824 Covert Ln
If you live in West
County, you are sure
to have dined at least
once at the Farm House
restaurant (by Pacific
Market). Its vintage
“country cottage” style
either made you cringe
or nostalgic. Its giant
Fandee’s: Kebba, Garden Salad & Tri-Tip Sandwich
breakfasts always left
you bursting at the seams. But the Farm House is now a thing of the past, and
in its place is Fandee’s. It may not look like much from the outside, but inside it
has received a much-needed makeover. The dining room is beautiful, from the
photography on the walls to the granite bar, even the bathrooms are classy! The
menu has had an upgrade as well, still holding true to authentic diner food, but
adding just enough variety to make you eager to try everything. I’ve already
been there twice and was pleasantly surprised each time. I fell in love with the
chicken marsala, and can’t wait to go for dinner to try their shrimp scampi with
BASIL mashed potatoes (oh yum!!). On the appetizer menu is a Mediterranean
dish called Kebba, which I had never tried before. It’s dough filled with perfectly
spiced meat and pine nuts, served with an outstanding house made Tzatziki
sauce. I applaud the new owner on his attention to detail, it seems that he left
nothing out when it came to upgrading this restaurant. It’s definitely worth a try.
Forestville:
Twist Eatery,
6536 Front St
My hometown! I
may be biased, but
we have some pretty
amazing restaurants
here. My absolute
favorite place for
lunch is Twist Eatery.
The food is out of
this world delicious!
Twist Eatery: Potato Leek soup with Grilled Vegetable
They are a lunch-only
Sandwich on Rosemary Foccacia
restaurant, open 11-4
most days. Husband and wife duo Jeff and Toni devote the rest of their time to the
catering side of their business, hence the limited hours. Every single item on the
menu is perfect, boasting fresh, local, organic ingredients. Jeff offers a different
special every day, and he really knows how to get creative. I love everything
about this place, the outdoor dining, the friendly service, and especially the food.
If you go, you must grab a chocolate chip cookie to-go, they’re heavenly
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RESTAURANT GUIDE:
Tian Yeun
Advertiser # on Map page #
707-894-5697
www.tianyuencloverdale.com
Daily: Lunch 11- 3, Dinner 3-9
Dine In, To Go & Catering
1. Artful Arrangements
2. Artisans Co-Op Gallery
3. Aurora Colors
4.Bamblu
5.Beekind
6. Calabi Gallery
7. Circle of Hands
8. Community Market
9.Corrick’s
10. Cultivate Home
11. David Allen Designs
12. Enduring Comforts
13. Food for Thought Antiques
14. Garrett Ace Hrdwr - Gift Horse
15. Graton Gallery
Chinois Asian Bistro
707-838-4667
www.chinoisbistro.com
Lunch M – F 1:30 – 2
Dinner M – Sat 5 – 9
Happy Hour Menu 5 – 5:30
Sunflower Café
707-996-6645
www.sonomasunflower.com
Daily 7 - 4, Happy Hour 3 - 4
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Native Kitchen
www.nativekombucha.com
707-559-3750
Daily 10-10
Dine In, To Go & Catering
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Vegan, Gluten free options
Fandee’s
707-829-2642
Sun - Thu 6a-9p,
Fri & Sat 6a - 10p
Twist Eatery
www.twisteatery.com
707-820-8443
Tue - Sat 11-4
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A note about Terrapin Creek Cafe
in Bodega Bay.
I haven’t been there for a while so can’t
provide a current review, but they just earned
a Michelin Star and that’s a very impressive
accomplishment for a young couple who have
worked so hard to succeed. Their food is fresh
and flavorful, with excellent presentation,
and what sets them apart is how they have
maintained a very personal touch as they
climb toward recognition for their skills.
Congratulations!
They will be CLOSED until DECEMBER 25th
for some much needed R & R, so catch them
after the holidays when you visit the coast. 580
Eastshore Rd. 707-875-2700
www.terrapincreekcafe.com
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The One-Stop Wine Shop
By Aleta Parseghian
S
electing the perfect wine for a party or as a gift is a daunting task. Sanding
in the wine isle at the grocery store poses a particular problem since you can’t
try any of the wines to decide what you like. Thankfully, living in the wine
mecca that is Sonoma County, there are wine shops all over the county that can
help you choose the right wine for the occasion.
The one-stop wine shop is a clever concept. Unlike tasting rooms, wine
shops offer a variety of wines from multiple vineyards, ranging from across the
county to across the world. They often offer several different labels for you to
taste and can help pick out exactly what you’re shopping for. I’ve done some of
the footwork for you and visited several wine shops throughout the county to
give you an overview of what they offer. So the next time you’re on the hunt for
a wine that will impress your guests, visit one of these wonderful stores.
Cellars of Sonoma 133
4th St, Santa Rosa
This family run business
in Railroad Square features
wines from nine local boutique
wineries. Without a tasting
room of their own, Cellars of
Sonoma gives these wineries
an accessible way for you to
try their varietals. Their tasting
flight offers a sampling from
all nine wineries, and their
wine club provides you with
a rotation of four wineries at
a time. With stunning décor,
a comfortable loft, and live
music on the weekends, this
is a great place to spend some
time and enjoy some very
special local wines.
Sonoma Wine Shop
Cellars of Sonoma - www.cellarsofsonoma.com
412 1 St East, Sonoma
This quaint storefront on the Sonoma Plaza has a lot to offer. But to them
it’s not about quantity, in fact it’s the opposite. They only offer wines from the
smallest California wineries, buying directly from the winemakers. They pride
themselves in offering the impossible-to-find boutique wines from our region.
Their wine club is a rare breed in which each member gets wines specifically
tailored to their taste. This is an excellent place to discover new labels and taste
some of the finest local boutique wines.
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The Wine Emporium, 125 N Main St, Sebastopol
Conveniently located in downtown Sebastopol, The Wine Emporium
specializes in the best of the best from around the world. Owner Tom West
aims to find wines that
set the standard for their
varietal. If you are looking
to refine your palate, this is
the place to start. Tom can
guide you through your
tasting and help you define
the subtle flavors that make
a Zinfandel different from
a Syrah and a Chardonnay
different from a Pinot Grigio.
His mission is to familiarize
The Wine Emporium - www.the-wine-emporium.com
you with each varietal so
you have confidence in your palate and know exactly how to choose the right
bottle.
WINE SHOPS cont’d on page 11
Find LINKS to these wine shops website in our online editon of this article.
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WINE SHOPS cont’d from page 10
Sonoma Fine Wines, 3625 Main St, Occidental
Open by appointment only, be sure to call ahead (707-874-3300) to get an
intimate consultation to help you choose the best wine within your budget.
Owner Benjamynn Gabriel is attentive and thoughtful and will get to know you
and your palate so he can choose the best wines for you every time you visit.
This is not the kind of wine shop that you only visit one. The better Benjamynn
gets to know you and your preferences, the better he will be at picking out a
wine that you are sure to love. He makes the process easy for you not only in
his store, but in your wine collection at home as well, tagging every bottle with
important details of the wines’ flavors and ratings. So whether you bought a
bottle from him last week or last year, you’ll know exactly what to expect when
you pop the cork.
Sophie’s Cellars, 25179 California 116, Duncans Mills
Duncans Mills is one of my most favorite towns in Sonoma County. Quaint
and beautiful, intimate and friendly. And there’s no better way to enjoy it than
on the deck of Sophie’s with an excellent glass of wine. John Haggard offers a
large selection of local and boutique wines in a wide price range that fits every
budget. All you have to do is tell him your price range and what varietals you
like, and he’ll offer you exactly what you’re looking for. The best time to visit
is on Friday nights from 4 to 7 for Locals Night. This social gathering offers
featured wines by the glass and delicious hours d’oeuvres. Whether you come
for a tasting, a glass, or a whole bottle, it’s a great place to sit and relax and soak
in the ambiance of Duncans Mills.
Gourmet au Bay, 913 California 1, Bodega Bay
I don’t think there’s a better place in the county to sit with good friends and a
good glass of wine and enjoy the view. If you haven’t been to Gourmet Au Bay,
then you’re missing out on a wonderful experience. Bob and Sissy Blanchard
are transplants from Florida who fell in love with Sonoma County after they
honeymooned in the area. Their concept is simple and well executed, all of
the wines they sell must meet one of three standards: 1 - Small Production
(less than 1,000 cases), 2 - Gold Award Winning, 3 - 90 Points or Better. You
can choose to taste 3 of the wines they’re pouring that day, or buy a glass and
enjoy it on the bay view deck. In addition to a wonderful selection of California
wines, they have a lovely gift shop and also offer beer on tap and a cheese plate
to pair with your drink.
Vine & Barrel, 113 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma
Owner Jason Jenkins has wine
running through his veins. Having
traveled to 52 countries, he has been
privileged to taste wines from all over
the world. He samples an average of
200 wines per month, ensuring that
only the best make it to his shelves.
He is an expert on Zinfandels and
Pinot Noirs and can offer you the
finest selection of local wines as well
as some incredible international
choices. Although Vine & Barrel is not
a tasting room, it does have a lovely
wine bar that usually serves a dozen
or so different wines at a time, along
with sandwiches and tapas, and even
beer on tap for the non-wine drinkers.
Open until 11pm on the weekends, it
is a lively hang out where you’re sure
to enjoy amazing wine, food and even
live music.
Jason Jenkins of Vine & Barrel
www.vineandbarrel.com
Locals
21023 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville
Locals offers wines from 11 local wineries throughout Sonoma County.
Their complimentary tasting flights are arranged by varietal, giving you an
opportunity to compare the wineries side by side. Every single wine on their
shelves is available for tasting, so you are sure to fully experience each of the
11 collective wineries. You can enjoy tasting wines that you may never find at
the store and that are not available in any other tasting room. The atmosphere
is casual and unpretentious, with a fantastic gift shop and extremely
knowledgeable staff. If you needed a reason to visit Geyserville, this is it.
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A Gift Shop Not to Be Missed
By Deborah Taylor-French
N
ot likely you will go
local any closer in Cotati
than this shop. Kudos to
owner Jasmine Gold and
the Songbird Community
for visioning this
inspiring gift shop. For
two years, the community
talked about where and
when they could launch
their vision of direct from
artisans to you.
Luckily, the time
and downtown space
became perfect in 2014.
Voilà! Local Gifts for the
Body, Mind, and Spirit
is located at 15 Charles
Street, across the street
from Songbird and one
door down from Old
Redwood Highway,
behind the new I Scream Cafe.
Are you a slow starter for the holiday winter season? I confess I am. I hang
onto autumn’s warmth, but Stone’s Throw put me instantly in the mood for
gift buying. Not only am I making a list for loved ones, but writing my own
wish list too. Give yourself and friends the pleasure of visiting, talking with the
artists and crafts-people. Learn the
stories behind the affordable jewelry
and discover a selection of irresistible
home decor, candles, pottery, and
paintings plus a rainbow of t-shirts,
even up-cycled items. From small
to large, you will come away happy
with unique gifts. Not often do you
find dozens of lovely, beautiful and
practical handmade treasures and
stocking stuffers, all inside one shop.
So enjoy Stone’s Throw, open from
Monday through Saturday, 11AM –
7PM & Sunday, noon to 5PM.
Call 707-242-6669 or online
www.stonesthrowgifts.com.
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Gold’N’Time Jewelers
By Daphne Shapiro
W
hen Rob Chase,
owner of Gold’N’Time
Jewelers, starts to talk
about his customers
you can feel the
passion and respect he
feels for every person
who passes through
the doors of his jewelry
store.
“Actually, I don’t
even like the word
“customer”, he says,
“the relationship is
much more than that.
I truly consider my
customers to be my
friends. We work
together to find the perfect piece of jewelry – that suits their budget, their
occasion and their tastes. It’s a very personal decision and often includes life
transitions, such as engagements and weddings. I feel very honored to be part
of that process.”
Rob has owned Gold’N’Time Jewelers since 1998, buying the business from
long time jeweler Bill Humphries. Still in its original location in The Plaza North
Shopping Center, Gold’N’Time has served Petaluma for several generations.
Unlike the traditional image of a jewelry store as being unaffordably expensive,
Rob prides himself on having a wide range of price points for every budget.
“I love to work with people”, Rob says, “I like to help people find out what’s
right for them which is why we carry everything from everyday jewelry to
watches and diamonds. I want my customers to be able to find exactly what
they like at a price that works for them”
Rob is also honest with his customers when he feels that a jewelry purchase
isn’t for them. As one customer wrote in Yelp:
“I contacted Rob Chase to inquire about
buying my husband a piece of jewelry for his
birthday, and Rob honestly felt I would be safer
buying him a new golf club bag than a piece
of jewelry. Isn’t it refreshing to have someone
care that much about someone else other than a
purchase.”
Rob’s top pick for Christmas 2014
includes a new line of gold and silver
fashion jewelry from Elliot Chandler.
Crafted in Italy, the pieces are both elegant
and fun, original in design and classic in appearance.
Gold’N’Time also carries sterling silver pieces and jewelry boxes.
Rob is running a special promotion through December 24th. With every
eligible purchase (not including
repairs and watch batteries) the
customer will receive a scratchoff card. Whatever savings are
revealed when you scratch off the
card will be immediately applied
to the purchase, right on the spot.
There is even an opportunity
to win $20000 worth of jewelry.
Gold’N’Time Jewelers also
provides jewelry repairs and
refurbishment, watch repairs
appraisals, consignment and layaway. Gold’N’Time Jewelers
283 N. McDowell Blvd, Petaluma
(between Kmart and CVS).
(707) 778-1422
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In LOVE with EARTH
Little Shocks of Beauty ~ a Few Potent Words
~ a Worthy Cause
by Christopher Fisher
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Holiday Shipping Deadlines
Military (APO/FPO/DPO)
Dec 10 – USPS First-Class
Dec 17 – Priority Express
International Mailing
Dec 2 – 1st Class
Dec 10 – Priority Express
Dec 17 – Global Express
Dec 20 – UPS WWExpress
Domestic Mailing
Dec 15 – Standard Post
Dec 19 – FedEx Ground
Dec 19 – UPS Ground
Dec 20 – USPS 1st Class
Dec 20 – USPS Priority
Dec 22 – UPS 2nd Day
Dec 23 – UPS Next Day
Dec 23 – FedEx Next Day
Dec 23 – USPS Express
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etaluma photographer Leslie Curchack created the first edition of the In
Love With Earth Eco Calendar in 2010 as a fundraiser for Daily Acts, a local
non profit organization in whose work she found much inspiration.
The organization had been uniquely effective in its young life at inspiring
ordinary citizens to take simple, daily actions which might nurture community
and heal the natural world around us. Whether teaching people how to turn
manicured lawns into food forests, assisting homeowners in establishing
graywater systems, or teaching a canning and preserving workshop, Daily Acts
always managed to inspire, create connectedness, and lay some groundwork
for resilient communities in all the neighborhoods it touched.
Leslie sought to express her gratitude for the work of Daily Acts by creating
a calendar of her photography which might, in turn, inspire further. With an
uncanny ability to capture the depth, complexity and mystery of the natural
world, she filled that first calendar with scenes of extraordinary beauty, often
with a particular focus on the North Bay Area, as with subsequent editions.
She also carefully chose visionary quotes from great thinkers to enhance the
images, knowing that words and visuals together have power to reach deeper
into the heart and mind of a viewer. Leslie hoped that little shock of awe at the
beauty of our world could be a springboard towards a commitment to action
and mindful choices about how to live in the world.
The results have spoken for themselves, with every edition of the calendar
selling out and a legion of friends and fans returning year after year to
enjoy the beauty of Curchack’s imagery and the meaningful content, while
simultaneously supporting an extraordinary local group doing great, muchneeded work.
Preparing for the 2015 calendar, Leslie once again sought (as she began with
the 2014 edition) to broaden the benefit of the calendar by featuring a host of
other organizations, collaborators in the great renewal of our relationship with
Earth, focusing on one each month.
For the 2015 calendar this includes the California State Grange, Sonoma
County Go Local, Sonoma Clean Power, Sonoma County Conservation
Action, Audubon Canyon Ranch, Petaluma Bounty, Transition United States,
Bioneers, Pepperwood Preserve, Local Works and, of course, Daily Acts.
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EARTH cont’d from page 16
“Each year I’m drawn towards a creative expansion of the previous edition.
For 2015 it comes in the form of notes to deepen our sense of living in the
biosphere of a planet named Earth. These include seasonal changes and
rhythms, naturalist facts, astronomical events in the sky and important, often
unremembered days of our eco history,” wrote Leslie about this year’s edition.
She continued, “caring for our relationship with Earth is urgent work for our
times and something to be mindful of every day of the year. Let In Love With
Earth be your daily reminder to cherish and steward this miraculous home
of ours.” Leslie continues to pay forward a good portion of profits from her
calendar to Daily Acts, as it continues to spread the ripples of its transformative
energy through our communities.
The In Love With Earth calendar is a pleasure to own, and a unique, special
gift for friends and loved ones.
You may purchase the calendar at www.EarthLovingLens.com, where
discounts are available for purchase of 6 or more, or locally at Petaluma
Market, Made Local Marketplace/Share Exchange, Copperfields,
Community Market, Mail Depot, Cottage Gardens, Rex Ace Hardware,
Harmony Farms, Milk and Honey, and Garden of Eden.
Please see the Gazette website version of this article for addresses and website links
Stepping Stones Books & Gifts
at the Center for Spiritual Living
By Deborah Taylor-French
I
love this store. This Santa Rosa nonprofit is an ever-changing supply of
attractive and useful gifts, staffed by volunteers. Winter holiday shoppers are
sure to find stocking stuffers, little books of encouragement, clothing, music,
candles, window crystals, all sorts of bracelets, necklaces, scarves, essential oils,
self help items and prayer beads and an assortment of prayer flags.
We have shared heartfelt moments selecting a surprise gift or searching for a
lovely greeting card. Dozens of memorable gifts arrest the eye and intrigue the
mind. For example one winter, Marc picked out the perfect fair trade hoody for
a teen girl. Years later, she still wears it. One summer Sunday, I found a colorful
pair of glass earrings for Lisa’s birthday. Those earrings brought delight. Then
Rebecca’s birthday came and the store carried jewel colored shawls. Marc and I
found a richly toned green and gold. Well, that confirmed it. Every gift a winner
made us longtime fans of Stepping Stones Books and Gifts.
Of course, they sell books. Year round, rare and beloved spiritual inspiring
titles call from these shelves. People of all faiths visit this shop to find books
they treasure and share. A few titles greatly loved by me include; This Thing
Called Life by Ernest Holmes, The Little Book of Letting Go: A Revolutionary 30Day Program to Cleanse Your Mind, Lift Your Spirit and Replenish Your Soul by
Hugh Prather, Gerald Jampolsky and Clear Your Clutter with FENG SHUI — by
Karen Kingston. Call 707-527-8372 for days and hours or shop online with free
shipping. www.steppingstones-books-and-gifts.myshopify.com/collections
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Holiday Craft Fairs
Fairs have high entertainment value beyond the unique products. Many have
live music, childrens activities, and plenty of food! Find at least one that fits
your schedule and have FUN while shopping! Happy Holidays!
thru Dec 31 ~ Art for the Holidays ~ Each Holiday season Healdsburg
Center for the Arts turns into a boutique gallery full of fine art and craft
pieces perfect for gift giving. Open Daily (Excluding Tuesdays) 11am - 5pm at
130 Plaza St., Healdsburg. www.healdsburgcenterforthearts.com
Dec 6 ~ Camp Meeker Holiday Sale ~ At The Camp Meeker Community
Center, Anderson Hall from 11 AM-5PM. Paintings, Ceramics, Cards, Jewelry
and assorted gifts made by local Artists will be for sale. INFO: Merry Meier
707 827 3823
Dec 6 ~ Petaluma Annual Holiday Open House ~ Hosted by
Downtown Merchants 11am-5pm. Fun and festivities including carolers,
horse and carriage rides, face painting, hot cider and much more!For more
Information call 707-762-9348 or visit www.petalumadowntown.com
Dec 6 ~ “A Christmas Market” Craft Fair ~ Fun, family-friendly
holiday shopping. Two dozen local crafters showcase variety of beautifully
handcrafted creations. Proceeds benefit outreach ministries. Free parking &
admission. 10am to 4pm at Faith Lutheran Church, 19355 Arnold Dr, Sonoma.
flcsv.org
Dec 6 ~ Old World Carolers ~ Join us for a short set at the Freya Lodge
Juletrefest, Sons of Norway Hall, 617 W. 9th Street, Santa Rosa; event starts at
noon and members of OWC will sing around 12:30. Reservations requested
by Nov. 30! $10 for non-members; kids free.
Dec 6 ~ Holiday Craft Fair at at Hessel Grange ~ Local vendors sel
woven, crocheted, sewn and other handmade items like clothes, hats, baby
clothes, purses, rugs, doll clothes, dog coats, blankets, and kitchen items.
Hand-crafted cards and jewelry - spice up your holidays with hot sauce,
pickles, sun dried tomatoes and other delicacies. To help you ease into the
holidays, health practitioners will be on hand to offer allergy/ sensitivity
screening and acupressure. FREE. Please come out to support the Grange!
Saturday, from 10a to 4p, 5400 Blank Rd, Sebastopol.
Dec 6 & 7 ~ Holiday Wonderland Crafts Fair ~ 10-5 at the Monte Rio
Community Center. Beautiful handmade gifts, and tasty food will help you
with your holiday shopping needs.
Dec 6 & 7 ~ HOLIDAY ON FLORENCE ~ A Showcase of Fine Local Craft,
featuring Handwovens by Abby Bard, Pottery by Chris Boyd, Whimsical
Felted Folk Art by Elizabeth Fleming, Jewelry by Shelley Rae, Paintings
& Cards by Teresa Saluzzo, Candles by Barbara Tocher. Shop for gifts
in a festive and cozy environment. December 6 & 7 from 11am to 5pm.
343 Florence Ave, Sebastopol. Contact Abby Bard 707-280-2607. www.
abbybardhandwoven.com/events
Dec 7 ~ Zen Fest ~
distinctive art, hand crafted gifts, silent auction, raffle,
rummage, Japanese lunch and much more. 9a - 4p at the Masonic Center, 373
North Main Street, across from Safeway in Sebastopol. Admission is FREE.
All proceeds benefit Stone Creek Zen Center: stonecreekzencenter.org
Dec 7 ~ Old World Carolers ~ A benefit concert at Sebastopol United
Methodist Church charities and local homeless shelters, 500 N. Main Street,
Sebastopol (across from Safeway). Doors open at 3p and concert starts at
3:30p. Suggested donation is $10, and children are free.
Dec 13 ~ The Artisan Craft Faire & Holiday Festival ~ 10am-4pm at
the Center For Spiritual Living, 2075 Occidental Rd Santa Rosa. Live music
and entertainment will be performing on stage, food booths at the entrance
and over 50 local vendors. Photo Booth with Santa! A day of fun for the whole
family. FREE www.cslsr.org
Dec 13 & 14 ~ Occidental Community Crafts Fair ~ 10-5 at the
Community Center/YMCA. Always a fantastic array of handmade gifts,
yummy food and the fabulous ‘Bucket Raffle’. This great event helps support
the Occidental Community Council.
Dec 13 & 14 ~ Goddess Crafts Faire ~ Local vendors, entertainment,
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benefits The Living Room. 11am – 7pm at the Sebastopol Community Center,
390 Morris St. More info at www.goddesscraftsfaire.com.
A Gift that GIVES TWICE
A
Reader asked me what I know of gifts that when purchased benefit a good
cause. I have listed a few here, including a Park Pass that helps keep our public
parks open and maintained...what organizations sell objects you can give that
benefit something you want to support?
Here are a few:
Dolce Mia soaps lotions and more - made localy in Graton and shipped
all over the world. When you purchase one of their products you support
Becoming Independent, an organization that helps people with disabilities
find meanful work to support themselves.
Dolce Mia - Natural Beauty Products
www.dolcemia.com
9133 Green Valley Rd. (factory outlet), Sebastopol, CA 95472
707-823-4032
You may also want to purchase products that Becoming Independent sells to
support their good work through www.biarts.org. Artists create everything
from paintings sto earrings that you will love to own and give as gifts,....all
while helping people find jobs they can perform that pays rent, puts food in
their bodies and clothes on their backs. It’s a win-win for everyone.
Becoming Independent
www.becomingindependent.org
1455 Corporate Center Parkway , Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 524-6600
Food for Thought
fftfoodbank.org
6550 Railroad Ave, Forestville, CA 95436
(707) 887-1647 to place your wine gift box or holiday card order.
Glass Hearts = Holiday Meals: These lovely glass heart ornaments are
available for a donation of $50, enough to cover the cost of a holiday meal for
a Food For Thought client. Pick yours up today at Food For Thought Antiques
(2701 Gravenstein Highway South in Sebastopol)
Wine Gift Boxes: featuring a wonderful pairing of fine red and white wines.
Boxes are available at Food For Thought from December 10 – 19 for a donation
of $40 or more per box, or $35 if you reserve ten or more.
Holiday Gift Cards: Sending holiday cards this season? For a donation of $10
each, we’ll send personalized holiday cards on your behalf. The inside of the
card explains that you have made a generous donation to Food For Thought.
Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund
www.wildcatfund.org
P.O. Box 430, Occidental, CA 95465
707-874-3176
Baseball caps, tote bags, key chains,
poker cards, dog tags, mousepads...
all with images of the beautful cats this
organizations works to protect. I learned
about then through the work of Molly
Eckler. Her paintings are among the
images that raise funds to protect these cats
territory and provide safe refuge.
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