‘Spring Guide 1 & Whats UP!


Luther Burbank’s Experiment Farm, Gold Ridge Farm Open House & Plant Sale April 29th & 30th!


Sebastopol, CA. ~ Saturday April 29, & Sunday, April 30, 10 AM – 4 PM. Luther most


FREE. Burbank performed of the


experiments which resulted in the creation of more than 800 new vari- eties of trees, shrubs and flowers at Gold Ridge Farm in Sebastopol. Three acres of the original 18 are maintained by the volun- teers from the Western So- noma County Historical So- ciety, and are open to the pub- lic, free of charge.


Many mature Boutique suc- culents in original decorative pots in the nursery, plus starts of unusual varieties. Visitors can join a docent tour and learn why Luther Burbank was one of the most famous men of his day, along with Edison and Henry Ford, as they stroll


around the paths. Kids love to make rope with the antique rope machine that they turn by hand..


Bubank’s Amarcrinum (the


Naked Lady wearing a skirt), White Grape vines, Surprise’ yellow Daylily, Spineless Cac- tus,, and many more.


Rachel


Carson (1907- 1964) will re- appear in the person of Lil- ith Rogers, an environmental activist writer.


and Rogers


tells the story of the triumphs and


tragedies


of the author of Silent Spring, the book that started the en- vironmental movement,


Burbank’s historic cottage


will be open where you can see the photographic exhibit of the history of the farm and buy strawberry rhubarb jam made from the fruits of the Farm, plus boutique aprons, books and gifts. Starts for your garden, in the nursery: Four types of tomatoes., cucumbers, plus Seascape


Strawberries,


using Carson’s own words. Performance will be held at 2 PM on Sunday. Refreshments, including popcorn, lemonade, and homemade baked goods. Gold Ridge Farm is located above Burbank Heights and Orchards, just west of down- town Sebastopol at 7777 Bode- ga Ave. www.wschsgrf.org erinsheff@gmail.com


It is only the farmer who faithfully plants seeds in the Spring, who reaps a harvest in the Autumn. ~ B. C. Forbes


www.williebirdsrestaurant.com


A Sonoma County Tradition! “Turkey always and turkey all ways!”


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


Williebird’s Restaurant 1150 Santa Rosa Ave


Santa Rosa • 707-542-0861


Restaurant Hours: Monday - Saturday 7:00AM - 9:00PM Sunday 7:00AM - 8:00PM


Williebird’s Retail Store 5350 HWY 12,


Santa Rosa • 707-545-2832


3100 Dutton Ave., Suite 122 Santa Rosa, CA


707-526-3232 In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt. ~ Margaret Atwood HWY 101 Corby Ave Auto Row


Sonoma County CA. ~ Please join us at the McCormick ad- dition to Sugarloaf Ridge State Park on Saturday, April 15. En- trance to McCormick is through Hood Mountain Regional Park, located at the end of Los Ala- mos Road, off of Highway 12. Meet us at 9:45 AM for a prompt 10 AM departure, at the bottom of the hill in the large gravel parking lot. This 8.5 mile strenuous hike requires climbing a total of 1800 feet in elevation and will last ap- proximately 5.5 hours. Among the splendid views, hikers will enjoy the Grandmother Oak, the largest Coast Live Oak in Sonoma County. Wear sturdy


hiking shoes and bring lunch with plenty to drink. Bring appropriate


clothing for the weather rain or shine.


Be aware that we will be crossing the Santa Rosa Creek twice and depending on the weather you may have to re- move your boots! Note that the parking fee for Hood Mountain Regional Park will apply. Our regular hikes happen at: Sugar- loaf Ridge, Jack London, Tri- one-Annadel State Parks, Hood Mountain, Shiloh Ranch, and Spring Lake Regional Parks. If you would like to be added to our e-mail list for monthly an- nouncements, please send your request to fmi@sonic.net.


Dada’s Deli Restaurant


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