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frances rivetti

Sonoma County, California

This British/American independent journalist spends her days exploring what it means to live "The Good Life" — discovering and sharing the best of the south county at the gateway to Sonoma Wine Country and other top flight destinations around the world.

Interests: IPPY Award winning Author of "Fog Valley Crush — Love at First Bite — At Home in the Farmstead Frontier". WWW.FOGVALLEYCRUSH.COM and a second book, "Fog Valley WInter" — Pioneer Heritage, Backroad Rambles and Vintage Recipes from The Tastiest Little Place on Earth. Currently seeking representation for debut contemporary suspense novel "Big Green Country".

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A Midsummer Night's Tea and a Vibrant, Modern & Inventive Open Air Afternoon Performance at Shakespeare's Globe

Whenever I am in London, I make a date with my dear friend, Bev, who I met in journalism school in Harlow, Essex in the late 80s. We pick out something special to do together for the day and given... Continue reading

Posted Jul 26, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Night of the Iguana by Tennessee Williams, Starring Clove Owen, Lia Williams and Breaking Bad's Anna Gunn

With time in my travel schedule for just one West End play (plus an afternoon performance at Shakespeare's Globe), imagine my delight when Clive Owen popped up on my play search newly staring as a suitably disheveled the Reverend T.... Continue reading

Posted Jul 25, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Rupert Brooke's Grantchester

It was poet and idealist Rupert Brooke's picture-postcard Grantchester long before it was the brilliant, charismatic, crime fighting fictional character, clergyman Sidney Chambers', lead of the popular Masterpiece tv series set in the quiet Cambridgeshire village of the 1950s. Still,... Continue reading

Posted Jul 24, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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British Fashion Icon Mary Quant Whose Designs Are Still Fresh as a Daisy — Visiting an Exhibit at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

"The whole point of fashion is to make fashionable clothes available to everyone," Mary Quant From miniskirts and hot pants to vibrant tights and makeup, Mary Quant took the sixties by colorful, riotous storm, launching a fashion revolution on the... Continue reading

Posted Jul 23, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Top Pick for Weekend Warriors — Windsor's Notre Vue Estate Hosts 4th Annual Tour de Cru Wine, Food, Music, Running, Biking, and Hiking Event

Wine lovers and fitness enthusiasts are invited to experience one of the most scenic and inspiring workouts in Sonoma County. Notre Vue Estate Winery in Windsor will welcome guests for a day of wine tasting, exploring the property, an outdoor... Continue reading

Posted Jun 27, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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California Rare Fruit Growers Garden Club Annual Tree Sale July 20th — Santa Rosa

The annual California Rare Fruit Growers of the Redwood Empire's annual tree sale will be at the Original Santa Rosa Farmers' Market behind Sutter Hospital at 30 Mark West Springs Road 95403 on Saturday July 20 2019 from 9AM until... Continue reading

Posted Jun 26, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Petaluma Arts Center Sip & Shop Pop-Up Market of Art & Crafts & Original Works - Free Entry Sat June 22nd 2-8pm — Cocktail Happy Hour 5-8pm

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Posted Jun 17, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Mixed Media Collage Workshops (No Experience Needed) With Sonoma County Artists Jane Murphy & Michelle Chayes at SwallowTail Studios June 29th or July 13th

Workshops will be offered on Saturday June 29th OR July 13 2019. 10-2. Cost is $125. All materials will be supplied. Future dates to follow. Classes are limited to 8 people per workshop. All materials will be supplied but you... Continue reading

Posted Jun 17, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Canadian Captain Wendy Williams to Lead First Virgin Voyages Ship

I have yet to take a cruise, but if I was to take one anytime soon, this would be a good place to start. Virgin Group Founder Sir Richard Branson and Virgin Voyages President and CEO Tom McAlpin have announced... Continue reading

Posted Jun 12, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Sky Hill Cultural Alliance & Petaluma Museum Association Present Schubertiade — Sunday June 16th, A Celebration of the Story and Music of Franz Schubert

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Posted Jun 12, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Wines & Sunsets Live Music & Food Trucks Events Return to Paradise Ridge Winery's Russian River Valley Estate Amphitheater June 19th through September 18th

This summer, Wednesday nights once again mean Wines & Sunsets at Paradise Ridge Winery’s Russian River Valley Estate Amphitheater in Santa Rosa, June 19 to Sept. 18. The Wines & Sunsets series was voted “Best Winery Event in Sonoma County”... Continue reading

Posted Jun 10, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Let's Build A Park — Informational Town Meetings for Petaluma River Park Plans on the McNear Peninsula 5.30pm June 13th at Hotel Petaluma, June 24th at The Petaluma Library

Petaluma River Park is a nonprofit organization by forward thinking locals on a mission to build a public park for recreation, education, conservation, culture and community. A park for everyone. My husband, Timo is brokering the sale of the land... Continue reading

Posted Jun 5, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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A Smorgasbord of Sonoma County's Musical Talent — The Space Orchestra Performs a Tribute to Joe Cocker — Mad Dogs & Englishmen Plus The Soul Section, The Mystic Theatre, Petaluma, May 17 — A Benefit for Petaluma Music Festival

Don't miss this terrific bus load of our favorite local musicians at The Mystic Theatre, Petaluma, Friday, May 17th, 2019. The Space Orchestra performs a tribute to Joe Cocker's legendary rock n roll classic, Mad Dogs & Englishmen with the... Continue reading

Posted May 14, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Author Roger McNamee Brings His Book "Zucked: Waking up to the Facebook Catastrophe" to LiteracyWorks Lectures — Friday, May 10th, Copperfield's Petaluma

Event date: Friday, May 10, 2019 - 7:00pm Featured Book: Zucked:Waking Up to the Facebook Catastrophe $28 Non-profit organization LiteracyWorks and Copperfield's Books presents as part of its Lecture Series Roger McNamee and his The New York Times’ bestseller about... Continue reading

Posted May 9, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Petaluma Gap Women Winemakers Auction Lot Purchased by Philanthropists Karen & Ted Davison at the Sonoma County Barrel Auction — Their “Never Before-Never Again” Wine will be used to Help Young Women Break Free of Life-Threatening Situations

Winemakers from the Petaluma Gap American Viticultural Area (AVA) fared well at the fifth annual Sonoma County Barrel Auction on Friday, May 3, raising more than $65,000 from eleven auction lots of “Never Before, Never Again” wine, each crafted from... Continue reading

Posted May 9, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Truth Worth Telling: A Reporter’s Search for Meaning in the Stories of Our Times — Scott Pelley in Conversation with Pat Kerrigan June 5th Flamingo Resort & Spa Santa Rosa — A Preview Event for Upcoming Sonoma County Speaker Series

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 7PM FLAMINGO RESORT & SPA, 277 4TH STREET, SANTA ROSA You know him from 60 Minutes. Come meet SCOTT PELLEY, one of the most experienced and awarded correspondents in broadcast journalism in conversation with KSRO Host Pat... Continue reading

Posted May 8, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Petaluma Police Department Steps Up with a Teen & Transitional Youth Mental Health Collaborative Discussion Featuring a Range of Sonoma County Services & Non Profits — May 15, Petaluma Community Center 7pm to 8.30 pm

Wednesday, May 15th 7:00 • 8:30PM Location: Petaluma Community Center 320 McDowell Blvd Teen & Transitional Youth Mental Health It's encouraging that there is community dialog happening on this incredibly complex subject matter that impacts so many young people. Collaborating... Continue reading

Posted May 8, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Architectural Digest-Worthy West Petaluma Vintage Gem On the Market For First Time in Over Half a Century

What makes a house an Architectural Digest-worthy home? This means something different for everyone when it comes to the dream home design world, be it mid-century modern open plan, a state-of-the-art beachside apartment, sleek, urban loft with dramatic city scape... Continue reading

Posted May 6, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Herb Folk Seasonal Wellness Workshops — Vitality & Energy For Spring & Summer — May 4th, 1 - 4pm Tara Firma Farms

New on my radar for summer: Herb Folk Community Medicine Clinic and Herb Shop Opening June 2019 in downtown Petaluma Herb Folk is a Sonoma County non-profit making holistic healthcare, providing accessible, affordable and empowering holistic community clinics, classes... Continue reading

Posted Apr 30, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Adventure Into Another World With Off The Map Travel on the French Island La Reunion, Deep in the Indian Ocean Between Mauritius and Madagascar

In my search to share unique and original travel experience opportunities with my readers, I look for amazing adventures and locales that are not exclusively priced for just the multi-millionaire budget. This one certainly fits the bill as a once... Continue reading

Posted Apr 24, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Petaluma Downtown Association Presents Butter & Egg Days 2019 — Saturday, April 27

Saturday, April 27th Petaluma's annual Butter & Egg Days parade steps off at noon and marches through historic downtown in a festival of fun and activities from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Clover Sonoma leads the Clover Kids’ Parade, which... Continue reading

Posted Apr 18, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Spring Events at McEvoy Ranch

Saturday, May 4th Spring hillsides are blooming and gardens are loving the sunshine after the long winter’s rains. McEvoy Ranch's Garden Manager, Patty Hawkley, makes the most of the bounty of the season by creating inviting wreaths placed around the... Continue reading

Posted Apr 18, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Blossoms, Bees & Barnyard Babies — Sonoma County Farm Trails, Spring Tour April 27th & 28th

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Posted Apr 18, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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Petaluma Arts Center April Session of The Ideas Lounge Series Features Molly Best & Timo Rivetti on The Arts & Managing the Art of Real Estate in Petaluma, Lagunitas Lounge, April 18th

The Idea Lounge Thursday, April 18th Lagunitas Lounge Doors open at 6:30. Program starts at 7 For the Arts: Molly Best "The Art of Managing an Arts Center" For Life; Timo Rivetti "The Art of Real Estate" Molly Best is... Continue reading

Posted Apr 10, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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New Route for 2019 Camino Walkers — Sea of Arousa Camino Espiritual Walk and Boat

CaminoWays.com, the Camino experts, have launched a wonderful new North West Spanish Camino route available for pilgrims in 2019: the Sea of Arousa Camino walk and boat, also known as Camino Espiritual. I have friends who have walked all or... Continue reading

Posted Apr 10, 2019 at Southern Sonoma Country Life

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