Ananda

08/10/2022

Less than an hour's drive northeast from Ananda, Healdsburg offers lots of great restaurants, wine tasting and local retail. Its very charming downtown is centered around a beautiful, parklike town square. We especially enjoy the easy stroll between tasting rooms in the downtown area.

The luxury travel magazine recommended best places to eat, stay and play during a visit.

07/28/2022

This looks like a super fun way to enjoy some of the best things in town all in one day: the Russian River (of course!) and the historic Monte Rio Theater & Extravaganza.
Go for a paddle on the river, enjoy lunch from The Rio Cafe and then catch a great film, "Everything Everywhere All At Once" at the theater.

08/12/2021

The Rio Theater is a special place. Very excited for the next chapter for this awesome local landmark!

A group of local Monte Rio residents and business owners are the proud new owners of the newly renamed Monte Rio Theatre and Extravaganza.

03/05/2021

Turns out, it's not just wonderful grapes that grow in vineyards. This time of year, many vineyards are carpeted with gorgeous golden mustard blossoms. Here are some tips for how to safely get photos of this beautiful sight.

Who knew Sonoma County’s most notable common field w**d could be so emotional?

02/22/2021

Tips for planning a visit to a famous spot on the Sonoma Coast. It's a beautiful drive from Monte Rio to Bodega Bay.
(As the article notes, dining out can be a bit complicated in these times. Call ahead or check websites for curbside options at local restaurants and don't forget to wear a mask.)

Just in time for a springtime thaw on the coast, here's how to spend a perfect day in Bodega Bay.

07/31/2020

Things to keep in mind for staying safe at the River this summer.

03/04/2019

This is why we love the North Bay: creative thinking and total community spirit!

They may not have been the first to float the idea that beer drinking could aid a construction project, but Natalie and Vinnie Cilurzo were the first to pull it off with a unique post-fire fundraising model that’s been a win-win for everyone involved.

02/25/2019

Love the sound of the neighborhood this time of year. When it rains, there are little seasonal streams that begin running here and there on our hillside.

02/20/2019

Sonoma County Restaurant Week is just around the corner. The River is well represented on a list of local restaurants offering special menus for the event. Restaurant Week takes place March 1 through 10. Come try out a new spot—and maybe find a new favorite.

Save the date for the 10th Annual Sonoma County Restaurant Week 2019: March 1-10, 2019.

02/18/2019

Take in beautiful views and enjoy some scrumptious meals along the Sonoma coast.

The Sonoma Coast is not made for sunbathing, but you can eat all the crab and become one with nature along 55 miles of gorgeous, rugged coastline. Just make sure you pack layers.

02/11/2019

Romance and weeknights aren't always a great pairing, and with Valentine's Day falling mid-week again this year, Sonoma Magazine has you covered whenever you want to celebrate Cupid: early, on the big day itself or the weekend after.

Where to take your sweetie for a special Valentine Dining Experience in Sonoma County

02/08/2019

Love is in the air! Get a little wild this year for Valentine's Day with a Safari "Amour" Tour and Party at Safari West in Santa Rosa. The event includes lunch and an, ahem, "love"-themed tour of the park's wild animals where you can learn about love in the jungle, on the plains, etc.

Blow a kiss to the cuties of this Santa Rosa animal preserve (and snuggle closer to your own sweetheart, too).