Creative Sonoma

Creative Sonoma Creative Sonoma is the state-designated local arts agency for Sonoma County, California.

The mission of Creative Sonoma is to support and advance the creative community of Sonoma County. It is our vision that “creativity” become a defining characteristic of Sonoma County alongside wine, food and natural beauty. We define the creative community as individuals, organizations and businesses whose work is creative at its core. This can include artists, nonprofit cultural and heritage orga

nizations, and enterprises such as design firms, galleries, recording and video studios, and more. Our core programs and services will include professional development seminars and workshops, networking opportunities, communication and marketing and developing innovative collaborations and partnerships. Creative Sonoma is a division of the Economic Development Board of Sonoma County.

EdSOURCE: "How A Dance Program Helped Los Angeles Students Overcome Anxiety and Isolation"by Vani Sanganeria. Image abov...
08/30/2026

EdSOURCE: "How A Dance Program Helped Los Angeles Students Overcome Anxiety and Isolation"
by Vani Sanganeria. Image above by George Simian.

Learn how DANCE is preferred by some students as a way to cope with stress and anxiety rather than traditional routes, and how dance is used with themes of wellness and mental health.

Did you know that DANCE is required in grades 1-12 in California Education Codes 51210 and 51220?

Read the article by clicking https://na2.hubs.ly/H07f1Dj0

08/28/2026

Sonoma County by the numbers! The Sonoma County Economic Development Collaborative Annual Report is out! Here are a few highlights from Creative Sonoma this year 🚀

From : "...By investing in artists, arts organizations, public art, and creative workforce development, Creative Sonoma helps strengthen Sonoma County's economy, enrich our communities, and preserve the vibrant culture that makes our region unique."

👉 Explore the full impact in the Annual Report on the EDC's website, under "About Us": https://na2.hubs.ly/H07wbzl0

✨✨Calendar Spotlight: Here's what's happening throughout the County this weekend and upcoming week! Go enjoy something c...
08/27/2026

✨✨Calendar Spotlight: Here's what's happening throughout the County this weekend and upcoming week! Go enjoy something creative! Be sure to post your own events for a chance to be featured here! (https://na2.hubs.ly/H07ts290):

✨ August 29: "A Dolly Good Time!" Live Music, Dinner, and Dancing
Presented by Sonoma County Imagination Library at Friedman Event Center, Santa Rosa

✨August 29: "Poster and Album Cover Drawing Workshop"
Presented by Westerfield Artworks at Slough City Studios, Petaluma

✨August 30: "Rare Tomato Tasting and Watercolor Workshop"
Presented by Hannah Day at Hope Acre, Sebastopol

✨Sept 2, 9, 16: "Acoustic Sunsets"
Presented by Sonoma Botanical Garden, Sonoma

✨Sept 5: "Pachhanga & Art"
Presented by Corazón Healdsburg and City of Healdsburg at Foley Family Community Pavilion, Healdsburg

🔗To learn more about these events and other events in the County, visit: https://na2.hubs.ly/H07ts290

📣 Happening TODAY! Join us at 1:00 PM via ZOOM for an Info Session on Creative Sonoma's Arts Impact Grants for Organizat...
08/19/2026

📣 Happening TODAY! Join us at 1:00 PM via ZOOM for an Info Session on Creative Sonoma's Arts Impact Grants for Organizations (AIGO). Learn about funding opportunities and get your questions answered before the October 1 deadline! 🔗 Zoom link in the comments.

Pictured: AIGO grantee Sonoma County Matsuri Festival - a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture, Taiko drumming, food and community.

🚀 Work is underway on Creative Sonoma’s countywide Arts & Culture Benchmark Study! 🎨✨We’re mapping Sonoma County’s creat...
08/18/2026

🚀 Work is underway on Creative Sonoma’s countywide Arts & Culture Benchmark Study! 🎨✨

We’re mapping Sonoma County’s creative ecosystem, from artists and culture workers to businesses and non-profits, to help guide future funding, policy, and programming across our region.

Combined with an upcoming Creative Economy report from the Economic Development Collaborative, and later discussions and visioning held in partnership with Kimzin Creative, this effort will strengthen and invest in our local creative sector.

Want to help shape the process from the ground up? Share your perspective in our quick intake questionnaire and (optional) leave your contact information to stay involved!

👉 Take the survey in the comments to join the process!

Pictured: Creative Sonoma grantee Acorn MusEcology Project performs in the Forest Theater in Armstrong Woods.

Access to arts education shouldn’t depend on a student’s ZIP code.Real change often starts locally—when families, educat...
08/17/2026

Access to arts education shouldn’t depend on a student’s ZIP code.

Real change often starts locally—when families, educators, and community members organize around a shared belief that creativity belongs in schools. Arts Now groups support that kind of work, helping communities advocate for arts education where they live.

As part of Spark Creativity for Brighter Futures, a year-long campaign with Create CA, we’re highlighting ways people can celebrate creativity-together!

Learn how to start an Arts Now group in your community at https://na2.hubs.ly/H07bbxg0.
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NOW OPEN! 🎨Applications are officially open for Creative Sonoma’s 2027 Arts Impact Grants for Organizations (AIGO)!AIGO ...
08/14/2026

NOW OPEN! 🎨
Applications are officially open for Creative Sonoma’s 2027 Arts Impact Grants for Organizations (AIGO)!
AIGO provides general operating support to sustain Sonoma County’s creative and cultural nonprofits and the vital work they do throughout our communities.
Join us for a virtual Application Workshop on Wednesday, August 19 at 1 PM.
Learn more at https://na2.hubs.ly/H078Xqv0.
Pictured: Folklórico dancers present traditional dance through AIGO grantee Museum of Sonoma County’s Art4Kids youth education program.

🎨 AIGO applications open this Friday!Creative Sonoma’s Arts Impact Grants for Organizations (AIGO) return for a sixth se...
08/12/2026

🎨 AIGO applications open this Friday!

Creative Sonoma’s Arts Impact Grants for Organizations (AIGO) return for a sixth season, providing general operating support to sustain Sonoma County’s creative and cultural nonprofits. Learn More at CreativeSonoma.org/AIGO

Key Dates:
• Applications open Friday, August 14
• Virtual Application Workshop: Wednesday, August 19 at 1 PM
• Applications due October 1 at 11:59 PM

AIGO supports organizations working to expand equitable access, build community cohesion, and create high-quality artistic experiences that celebrate Sonoma County’s cultural identity.

Pictured: Members of the Hmong community celebrate with AIGO Grantee Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition of North Bay as featured in this month’s Arts at Work blog: CreativeSonoma.org/Blog

ARTS EDUCATION NETWORKING! 🎨Inviting folks who support arts education to come out and enjoy interesting conversation and...
08/12/2026

ARTS EDUCATION NETWORKING! 🎨
Inviting folks who support arts education to come out and enjoy interesting conversation and great food, beverages, and views as part of the Sonoma County Arts Education Alliance!

Attend this Mixer to learn more about what's going on in Sonoma County including the unveiling of the Reggio Emilia Project Plan. The Reggio Project has already involved many arts, education, community, and regional partners who are committed to creative, respectful, inquiry-based education for our youngest learners.

Teaching artists, arts and cultural organizations, arts and general education teachers, school/district/county administrators, parents, community advocates are ALL welcome!

📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
🕐 4:30-6:30pm
📍 Waterhawk Lake Club, Rohnert Park, no host bar
✨Learn more and RSVP!
https://hubs.la/Q04n9pfB0

🌟📣GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Extended Deadline!! August 17!The Alternative Expsoure Grant directly funds visual arts projects th...
08/11/2026

🌟📣GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Extended Deadline!! August 17!

The Alternative Expsoure Grant directly funds visual arts projects that provide frameworks of support for artists to create and continue their work.

Grants of up to $5,000 to foster the development and presentation of artist-led projects and programs that are accessible and open to the public.

Both individuals and groups are eligible to apply on behalf of a project.

Deadline to apply: August 17

Learn more: https://na2.hubs.ly/H077lTH0

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