17th Annual Holiday Guide November 14


Ecological Handprints: Lifting Humanity While Lowering Our Footprint


Sebastopol, CA. ~ The Eco- logical Handprint idea under- scores the interrelated goals of


ameliorating poverty and restoring ecological resilience. So, are there highly successful examples of lifting themselves out of poverty while simultane- ously lowering their ecologi- cal footprint? The answer is a resounding … YES! This talk features an inspiring array of stories from around the world where basic human needs are being met in highly ecologi- cal ways via game changing technologies and financing mechanisms. From lighting to cooking to water and more, Ecological Handprints repre- sent a powerful approach to a more sustainable future for all. Presentation with Dr. Rocky Rohwedder. 3:00-4:30pm. $10 at the door. No RSVP neces- sary. www.lagunafoundation. org/laguna_walks_classes.sht- ml. or (707) 527-9277 anita@ lagunafoundation.org


November 14 Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital


Foundation - Annual Gala Theme:


“Fly Me to the Moon Santa Rosa CA. ~ Let me


Dance


among the Stars.” Join us for a festive eve-


ning of cock- tails, dinner,


and ing. danc- Your support is


very important, and will help us elevate breast cancer care to a new level for women and men across the North Coast re- gion. Sonoma Jet Center 6000 Flightline


Dr., Santa Rosa Ticket info: (707) 547-4679


SANTA ROSA, CA. ~ From the moment Dan Rotlisberger could reach the clutch on a tractor, he was put to work in his family’s vineyards in Alex- ander Valley. Fast- forward a few years and today you’ll find him growing wine grapes with his wife Jacqueline, working with Sonoma Coun- ty’s largest vineyard management group, leading the charge to implement 100% sustainable farming practices in the County, nab- bing a prestigious North Bay media award, and raising two young children. A mover and a shaker, Rotlis-


berger is charting a course for Sonoma County’s winegrow- ing future with youthful drive


Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children.


Alex Haley


UPBEAT TIMES, INC. • November 2015 • 17


Harvest Fair Names Alexander Valley Viticulturist Dan Rotlisberger 2015 Outstanding Young Farmer


and vision beyond his years. The Sonoma County Harvest Fair is pleased to name fifth


generation farmer and third generation grape grower Dan Rotlisberger as the 2015 Out- standing Young Farmer. Dan received his Master’s


Degree in Business Adminis- tration from Sonoma State Uni- versity School of Business and


Economics and is now working as a Viticulturist for Redwood Empire Vineyard Management, providing his expertise to growers throughout the region. He’s also on the Board of Directors for Sonoma County Winegrape Commis- sion and Chair of the Sustainability Com- mittee. Rotlisberger is among those leading the charge for Sonoma County to become the nation’s first 100% sustainable winegrow- ing region by 2019. In April, the North Bay Business Journal named Rotlisberger to its prestigious list of 40 Un- der 40 Award recipients. The list acknowledges a very select group of industry and commu- nity leaders under the age of 40 from across the North Bay.


Dada’s Deli Restaurant


At Dada’s you’ll only fi nd the real thing...Great sandwiches, burgers, fries, homemade lasagna, soup, salads, desserts, and much more. For 46 years our customers have become our family and friends. We are family owned and operated. Find out why Dada’s is such a favorite!


OPEN M-F - 7am to 3:30pm The grill is open from 7am-2:30pm


3100 Dutton Ave., Suite 122 Santa Rosa, CA


707-526-3232 If nothing is going well, call your grandmother. ~Italian Proverb HWY 101 Corby Ave Auto Row


Dutton Ave


Standish UPBEAT TIMES, INC. • November 2015 • 17


Hearn Ave


Bellevue Ave


Todd Rd


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