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• Cut and Donate: Lions and Tigers

  • Start
    11/01/2025
  • End
    11/30/2025
  • Location
    Lions and Tigers and Hair (18 Kentucky St, Ste 42)

  Join us for a Cut and Donate all month long at Lions and Tigers and Hair! Time for a little hair refresh before the holidays? We've got you covered. Sign in with the PMC roster next to the register and 20% of your haircut will be donated back to the PMC. 

  We recommend booking early as November is a busy month at LTH! 

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• *Holiday Event* 9th Annual Gingerbread House Showcase & Competition

  • Start
    11/28/2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    11/30/2025
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    Hotel Petaluma, 205 Kentucky Street, Petaluma, CA 94952

  For more information: 9th Annual Gingerbread House Showcase

  

  
  

  Awards will be given in each category. The community will vote for the People’s Choice winner. Show your civic pride by competing in the Petaluma Proud category. All winners will be announced on the final day of the showcase, Sunday, November 30th at 12pm.

  Guidelines

  Kits and pre-made gingerbread are allowed. Just be sure to add your personal touch!

  Graham cracker houses are permitted in the Youth category.

  Houses must have been built within the current year.

  Please build and deliver your house on a sturdy base measuring no bigger than 30”x30”.

  Visible elements of the house should be edible. (Does not include base.) Items in the environment of your house may be inedible.

  Designs may be any structure: houses, businesses, public buildings, hotels, churches, etc.

  Houses will be viewed from all angles.

  Limit one entry per person/group.

  Entries must be delivered to the Hotel in completed form on November 24th & 25th from 9am-4pm.

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Holiday Hen Hunt

  • Start
    11/29/2025
  • End
    01/04/2026
  • Location
    Petaluma downtown

  For more information: Holiday Hen Hunt

  

  1st Annual Downtown Holiday Hen Hunt

  November 29, 2025 – January 4, 2026

  Discover hidden “Holiday Hens” across participating downtown businesses! Each hen is dressed in a festive holiday attire. Pick up your official Hen Hunt map, follow it to locate the hens, write down their names on your map, then return it to the Downtown Petaluma office to enter to win a $200 Shop Petaluma gift card, plus other exciting prizes donated by downtown merchants.

  How It Works:

  Pick up your Holiday Hen Hunt map starting on Nov. 29 at Santa’s Riverboat Arrival, the Petaluma Visitors Center (210 Lakeville), participating merchants, or you can download one HERE (coming soon)

  Visit the businesses on the map, find the hidden hens, and write down their names on the map.

  Return your completed map by January 4th for a chance to win prizes, including a $200 Shop Petaluma gift card and other gift cards donated by Downtown Businesses.

  No purchase necessary. Winners announced January 5th.

  Kick off the holidays with Downtown Petaluma’s Holiday Hen Hunt, a new festive scavenger hunt discovering holiday‑themed hens hidden in local shops and restaurants. Hunt earns you chances to win a $200 Shop Petaluma gift card and more!

  
  

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• November Book Club Meeting

  • When
    11/30/2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Crooked Goat 110 Howard Street Petaluma, CA 94952

  Register

  Join us for this month’s PMC Book Club gathering! We’ll meet at Crooked Goat on Sunday November 30th at 7pm to discuss “Heiress Takes All” by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka – a story that’s sure to spark meaningful conversation.

  Whether you read every page, skim the ending on your way over, or just want to listen in, all are welcome. Didn't read this months book? That's totally fine! Feel free to discuss any book you're currently reading. Come enjoy great company, thoughtful discussion, and a relaxed evening out. The book club leader, Courtney, will be at the bar to greet you!

  Questions? Please reach out to events@petalumamothersclub.org

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• *Holiday Event* “City of Lights” Holiday Driving Tour

  • Start
    12/01/2025
  • End
    01/01/2026
  • Location
    Petaluma

  For more information: “City of Lights” Holiday Driving Tour

  

  Monday December 1, 2025 to Thursday January 1, 2026

  Free

  Petaluma Visitors Program announces its 2025 Holiday City of Lights Driving Tour Map. This community-building tradition has been a popular family activity for many years. Using the map, visitors and residents alike can easily locate the most spectacularly decorated houses in Petaluma.

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Petaluma's Santa Safety Parade

  • Start
    12/01/2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • End
    12/03/2025
  • Location
    All around Petaluma

  For more information: Santa Safety Parade

  Petaluma Fire Department and Petaluma Police look forward to driving through the neighborhood on this first night of the Santa Parade. We couldn’t do this without the help of the volunteers from our departments. It brings us joy seeing children of all ages along the parade route

  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Lecture: Financial Planning for Families

  • When
    12/03/2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  Join us for a digital lecture with Brian Gallagher, a local financial advisor at Wells Fargo and PMC dad, as he breaks down the essentials of saving and investing for your child’s future. Whether you’re curious about 529 college savings plans, want to understand investment basics, or are simply looking for smart ways to plan ahead, this session will help you feel more confident about your family’s financial path.
  

  
  

  Brian will cover key topics like:

  
  

  • How 529 education savings plans work
  • Simple strategies for long-term investing
  • Balancing family expenses with future goals
  • Common mistakes to avoid when saving for college

  
  

  
  

  Submit your questions beforehand and walk away with practical, easy-to-apply insights for building a strong financial foundation.

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Sebastopol Holiday Tree Lighting

  • When
    12/04/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Sebastopol Town Plaza

  For more information: Sebastopol Holiday Tree Lighting

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  Come join us for Sebastopol's Annual Tree Lighting Celebration! Enjoy performances by the Analy Jazz Band, Sebastopol Ballet, Mr. Music and more. Special appearance by Santa Claus who will be arriving on a firetruck.

  Warm up with free hot chocolate, hot cider, popcorn, cookies, and enjoy kid's crafts and fun for all ages.

  A magical evening for the whole community - and it's all for free!

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Downtown Community Carol

  • When
    12/04/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Putnam Plaza Park, 129 Petaluma Blvd. N.

  For more information: Petaluma Community Caroling

  

  Bundle up, bring your brightest holiday spirit, and join us for a heartwarming hour of singing, laughter, and togetherness in the twinkle-lit streets of historic downtown Petaluma!

  Gather at Helen Putnam Plaza, then stroll and sing our way through downtown — ending in the beautifully decorated Hotel Petaluma Courtyard

  December 4th, 5pm

  Start: Helen Putnam Plaza

  Finish: Hotel Petaluma Courtyard

  Songbooks provided — no singing experience needed!

  Festive outfits, twinkly hats, and jingle bells encouraged!

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting

  • When
    12/05/2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    La Plaza Park, Cotati

  For more information: Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting

  

  Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting

  Friday, December 5, 2025 - 4-8pm

  La Plaza Park, Cotati

  FREE! (Food and gift vendors will charge for their services and horse & trolley rides are $3 per person)

  All are welcome!

  Come join us for our Annual Holiday Tree Lighting in La Plaza Park! We will have food and craft vendors, and horse and trolley rides starting at 4:30pm. The night will be full of music, free coffee, hot cocoa, cookies, and more! There will be crafts for the children, entertainment, and "special" guests! Come join us for a fun filled, magical holiday evening!

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Gardens Aglow

  • Start
    12/05/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    12/07/2025
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    12841 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, CA

  For more information: Gardens Aglow

  

  
  

  A Twilight Wonderland of Lights, Music & Holiday Cheer at Sonoma Botanical Garden
  
  Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, December 5-21, 2025
  5-8pm (Timed, ticketed entry at 5pm or 6:30pm) 
  $30 general, $25 members, $12 youth 5-17, Free for children 4 and under
  (advanced purchase required)
  Rain or Shine
  
  This holiday season, Sonoma Botanical Garden (SBG) becomes a twilight wonderland for three weekends in December where twinkling paths set the stage for Gardens Aglow, a merry and bright celebration for the whole family. After the sun sets, the magic begins. Visitors stroll through a dazzling tunnel of light to arrive at the Garden’s Winter Workshop, brimming with festive crafts for all ages, music that fills the evening air with cheer, lawn games, face painting, and more. Then gather for fireside fun to make s’mores, sip hot chocolate, or enjoy local wines, making cozy memories with loved ones under the glow of holiday lights. Gardens Aglow is set in an intimate area of the Garden, centered around the Founder’s House and adjacent to the Rose Garden.
  
  “We are so excited to launch a new holiday tradition here in Sonoma Valley,” says Jeannie Perales, Executive Director, SBG. “The Founder’s House offers a unique opportunity to create a magical indoor/outdoor experience for the season—where visitors of all ages can enjoy festive activities and be enchanted by the sparkle of lights in the night. With Gardens Aglow, we’re designing more than just a celebration—we’re creating a joyful gathering place, a seasonal hub where our community can come together and make lasting memories.”
  
  Visitors follow a twinkling path through the Rose Garden, and then through a glittering tunnel of lights into the Winter Workshop. There, the young and young at heart can enjoy a nature-based craft lounge with classic holiday make and take projects such as festive ornaments, holiday cards, garlands, and more. Face painters will be on hand to brighten cheeks with festive designs.  
  
  In the spirit of Garden founder Jane Davenport Jansen, who loved to entertain in this house, an elegant fireside lounge offers live, traditional holiday piano music in a setting that feels like home with local wines and hot chocolate to sip. Outside in the beautifully illuminated Founder’s House Garden, visitors can gather around the fire pit to make s’mores, play holiday-themed lawn games, dance through bubbles, visit with Santa on select evenings, and add their wishes for the new year to an ancient oak Wishing Tree.
  
  A holiday pop up shop offers garden-themed gifts for sale and freshly popped popcorn for shoppers as they browse. From ornaments to scented candles, gift items will include offerings that are locally made and sustainably sourced.  
  
  Gardens Aglow shines thanks to the generous support of Sonoma Clean Power, with additional valued support from the Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley.   
  
  About Sonoma Botanical Garden
  Founded in 1987, Sonoma Botanical Garden (SBG) is a woodland experience where East meets West by celebrating the beauty and importance of Asian and California native plants. Situated in the picturesque Sonoma Valley, SBG’s 67 acres is home to a unique Asian woodland, a California native oak savanna, and a Cabernet vineyard. Its mission is to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the beauty and value of Asian and California native plants and to promote their conservation in natural habitats and gardens.
  
  General Information
  The Garden is located at 12841 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, CA. Visit www.sonomabg.org for general information or to purchase Gardens Aglow tickets. Call 707-996-3166 or email info@sonomabg.org for other inquiries.
  
  

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• *Holiday Event* "Light Up the Square" Tree Lighting Celebration

  • When
    12/05/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Theatre Square Plaza, Petaluma

  For more information: "Light Up the Square"

  

  Ring in the Holidays at Theatre Square Plaza!

  Join Santa & Mrs. Claus as they Light Up The Square with their giant sparkling Christmas Tree in the middle of Theatre Square!

  The festivities will start with Santa’s Arrival, live music, laser show, and other festive performances. Bring your letter for Santa and drop it off at the Wishes For Santa Mailbox. Don’t miss the tree lighting at 7pm!

  This is a great photo opportunity and a festive starting point for the holidays in Downtown Petaluma.

  Friday, December 5, 6p-8p

  Tree Lighting at 7p

  Theatre Square Plaza

  ~ FREE ~

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Penngrove Winterfest

  • When
    12/06/2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Downtown Penngrove

  For more information: Penngrove Winterfest

  
  

  Enjoy music, delicious food, local shopping, and photos with Santa and Krampus.

  Saturday, December 6th. 2025

  10am - 4pm

  Photos with Santa

  Photos with Krampus

  Tarot Card Readings with Kay

  Soap Felting with Soap Cauldron

  Gingerbread Cookie Decorating Workshop at the Penngrove Hub

  Cupcake Decorating with Odd Cookie

  Create a Snow Globe withCalifornia Brick Chicks

  Blue Skies Montessori Open House

  Yule Book Flood with Good Gray

  Wreath Workshop

  Schulz Traveling Museum

  Toy or Food Drive

  Outdoor Market

  Enter to win a Gift Basket

  
  

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Petaluma Downtown Holiday Shopping Stroll

  • When
    12/06/2025
  •  
    11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Petaluma downtown

  For more information: Downtown Holiday Shopping Stroll

  

  Saturday December 6, 2025

  11:00 am - 5:00 pm

  Free

  Celebrate the season in Downtown Petaluma! Wander through festively decorated streets, discover one-of-a-kind gifts in local shops, and enjoy holiday treats, cheerful libations, live music, and extended store hours. All activities will take place inside participating businesses. Whether you’re hunting hens, shopping for loved ones, or simply soaking in the holiday spirit, there’s something fun on every corner.

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Larson Family Winery Santa Weekend

  • Start
    12/06/2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • End
    12/07/2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Larson Family Winery, Sonoma, CA 23355 Millerick Road Sonoma CA 95476

  For more information: Santa Weekend

  

  Santa Claus is Comin’ to Larson Family Winery

  Professional Santa Photos and Holiday Cheer!

  SONOMA, CALIFORNIA – November 03, 2025 – Get ready for festive fun at Larson Family

  Winery! We’re excited to welcome Santa Claus for his annual visit on Saturday, December 6th, and Sunday, December 7th, 2025. Families and furry friends alike can join Santa for memorable photos and holiday cheer. Kids are encouraged to bring their wish lists and drop them in our big white mailbox!

  Each photo session will last approximately five minutes, with reservations available from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on both days. The cost is $48 for Larson wine club members and $60 for non-members, which includes a 5”x7” print of your chosen photo. Razor Pix Photography will also offer digital and additional print options for purchase.

  To make your visit even more memorable, book a wine tasting before or after your session!

  Enjoy some light bites and enjoy our small-lot, estate-crafted wines while discovering perfect pairings for your holiday meals. Don't forget to check out our sweet treats and get a head start on your holiday shopping!

  Santa photo reservations will open to the public on Friday, November 7th, 2025. Don’t miss out—these sessions sell out quickly!

  
  

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Inclusive Santa Sighting

  • When
    12/06/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Cypress School Primary Campus 3880 Cypress Drive Suite A Petaluma, CA 94954

  For more information: Inclusive Santa Sighting

  

  Inclusive Santa Sighting

  Capture the magic of a sensory friendly Santa coming to the North Bay!

  Sign up for our holiday parade!

  See Santa on a horse-pulled carriage, get professional (and safe) photos, and receive a gift from us to you!

  ❄ Understanding Santa on his horse‑drawn sleigh

  ❄ Inclusive event for children of all abilities and ages

  ❄ Siblings Welcome! – It’s a family affair!

  ❄ Exciting Gifts for All

  ❄ Several professional photo opportunities base on comfort

  ❄ Therapy Dogs

  ❄ Event is Free

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Holiday Lights Celebration & Rec the Hall

  • When
    12/06/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Community Center Complex, 5401 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park

  For more information: Holiday Lights Celebration & Rec the Halls

  

  Rohnert Park Community Services and the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to bring you a night full of sparkle and cheer!

  Saturday, December 6, 2025

  5:00–7:30 PM

  Community Center Complex & Callinan Sports and Fitness Center (5401 Snyder Lane)

  Tree Lighting at 7:00 PM

  Kick off the holiday season with twinkling lights, festive fun, and plenty of holiday spirit! Enjoy free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, kids’ crafts and games, holiday treats, and live performances that will make the night merry and bright.

  Step inside the Callinan Sports and Fitness Center for even more fun - cookie decorating, letters to Santa, and holiday games await! Plus, enjoy free fitness center access, a raffle for a 6-month membership, and 25% off all new annual memberships (valid only on 12/6/25).

  Free parking is available at the Community Center and Rancho Cotate High School.

  Bring your friends, family, and holiday cheer for a magical evening of lights, laughter, and community joy!

  
  

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• *Community Event* December Bumping Along Meetup

  • When
    12/07/2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    151 Lynch Creek Way, Petaluma, 94954

  For more information: December Bumping Along Meetup

  
  

  Whether you're a current client of mine or still building your birth support team: I'd love for you to join me next weekend to meet with some other pregnant folks! We'll spend an hour together on Sunday morning, December 7th with pastries, coffee/tea, and conversation! Join us at 10am at 151 Lynch Creek Way, Petaluma, an office space shared by a number of perinatal providers including Pivotal Pelvis, California Perinatal Therapy, and Green Stork Chiropractic.

  
  

  This month we'll be joined by Emma of Green Stork Chiropractic. Dr. Emma is a Webster-certified chiropractor with specialized training for the prenatal, postpartum, and infant population and their unique needs. She will give a short talk about ergonomics during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum to avoid and manage common woes that arise during this transitional life phase.

  
  

  And if you have any friends who might be interested in joining please bring them along! I just ask for a heads-up via RSVP so I know how many treats to bring :)

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• PMC Playdate at Art Play Cafe

  • When
    12/09/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Art Play Cafe 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA 94952
  • Spaces left
    0

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  The Petaluma Mothers’ Club invites you to a special monthly playdate at Art Play Cafe! Join fellow PMC families for a morning filled with creativity, connection, and fun in this bright, inspiring space made for kids and parents to explore together.

  
  

  Little ones will dive into open-ended art activities and imaginative play zones designed to spark curiosity and joy. Grown-ups can sip coffee or tea, chat, and enjoy a relaxed morning in great company.

  
  

  When: The second Tuesday of every month, 9:00–10:30am

  Where: Art Play Cafe

  Cost: $15 per child — a special discounted rate just for PMC members

  
  

  *Families with existing Art Play Cafe memberships can attend at no cost, but please remember to register in advance.

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Luma Ice

  • Start
    12/10/2025
  • End
    01/06/2026
  • Location
    Petaluma Fairgrounds, 175 Fairgrounds Dr., Petaluma, CA 94952

  For more information: Luma Ice

  

  LUMA Ice is Petaluma’s beloved holiday ice rink, located at the Petaluma Fairgrounds.

  Glide across the ice and embrace the festive spirit from December 10, 2025 - January 6, 2026 with special holiday events and a magical atmosphere perfect for all ages.

  
  

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• MNO: Holiday Cookie Decorating Class

  • When
    12/11/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Address given after registration

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  Get into the holiday spirit with a cozy and creative evening of cookie decorating! Learn simple, festive techniques for icing and decorating beautiful sugar cookies — perfect for gifting, sharing, or (let’s be honest) keeping for yourself.

  
  

  We’ll provide everything you need: cookies, icing, sprinkles, and plenty of inspiration. Just bring your creativity and holiday cheer! This class is beginner-friendly and a great way to unwind, connect, and leave with a sweet little plate of your own custom treats.

  
  

  ✨ Spots are limited, so grab your ticket early and join us for a night of sugar, sparkle, and seasonal fun! Dress code: onesies or fun pajamas!

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Gardens Aglow

  • Start
    12/12/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    12/14/2025
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    12841 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, CA

  For more information: Gardens Aglow

  

  
  

  A Twilight Wonderland of Lights, Music & Holiday Cheer at Sonoma Botanical Garden
  
  Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, December 5-21, 2025
  5-8pm (Timed, ticketed entry at 5pm or 6:30pm) 
  $30 general, $25 members, $12 youth 5-17, Free for children 4 and under
  (advanced purchase required)
  Rain or Shine
  
  This holiday season, Sonoma Botanical Garden (SBG) becomes a twilight wonderland for three weekends in December where twinkling paths set the stage for Gardens Aglow, a merry and bright celebration for the whole family. After the sun sets, the magic begins. Visitors stroll through a dazzling tunnel of light to arrive at the Garden’s Winter Workshop, brimming with festive crafts for all ages, music that fills the evening air with cheer, lawn games, face painting, and more. Then gather for fireside fun to make s’mores, sip hot chocolate, or enjoy local wines, making cozy memories with loved ones under the glow of holiday lights. Gardens Aglow is set in an intimate area of the Garden, centered around the Founder’s House and adjacent to the Rose Garden.
  
  “We are so excited to launch a new holiday tradition here in Sonoma Valley,” says Jeannie Perales, Executive Director, SBG. “The Founder’s House offers a unique opportunity to create a magical indoor/outdoor experience for the season—where visitors of all ages can enjoy festive activities and be enchanted by the sparkle of lights in the night. With Gardens Aglow, we’re designing more than just a celebration—we’re creating a joyful gathering place, a seasonal hub where our community can come together and make lasting memories.”
  
  Visitors follow a twinkling path through the Rose Garden, and then through a glittering tunnel of lights into the Winter Workshop. There, the young and young at heart can enjoy a nature-based craft lounge with classic holiday make and take projects such as festive ornaments, holiday cards, garlands, and more. Face painters will be on hand to brighten cheeks with festive designs.  
  
  In the spirit of Garden founder Jane Davenport Jansen, who loved to entertain in this house, an elegant fireside lounge offers live, traditional holiday piano music in a setting that feels like home with local wines and hot chocolate to sip. Outside in the beautifully illuminated Founder’s House Garden, visitors can gather around the fire pit to make s’mores, play holiday-themed lawn games, dance through bubbles, visit with Santa on select evenings, and add their wishes for the new year to an ancient oak Wishing Tree.
  
  A holiday pop up shop offers garden-themed gifts for sale and freshly popped popcorn for shoppers as they browse. From ornaments to scented candles, gift items will include offerings that are locally made and sustainably sourced.  
  
  Gardens Aglow shines thanks to the generous support of Sonoma Clean Power, with additional valued support from the Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley.   
  
  About Sonoma Botanical Garden
  Founded in 1987, Sonoma Botanical Garden (SBG) is a woodland experience where East meets West by celebrating the beauty and importance of Asian and California native plants. Situated in the picturesque Sonoma Valley, SBG’s 67 acres is home to a unique Asian woodland, a California native oak savanna, and a Cabernet vineyard. Its mission is to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the beauty and value of Asian and California native plants and to promote their conservation in natural habitats and gardens.
  
  General Information
  The Garden is located at 12841 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, CA. Visit www.sonomabg.org for general information or to purchase Gardens Aglow tickets. Call 707-996-3166 or email info@sonomabg.org for other inquiries.
  
  

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• PMC Holiday Sing-A-Long

  • When
    12/13/2025
  •  
    9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Kenilworth Teen Center, 150 Fairgrounds Dr, Petaluma, CA 94952
  • Spaces left
    21

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  Get into the spirit of the season with a joyful and cozy evening of music, cheer, and community at our Holiday Sing-Along! Featuring the talented musical duo Julia and Tyler of Willow and Hound, we’ll sing our way through holiday favorites — from timeless classics to festive crowd-pleasers.

  Plus, we’ll have:
  

  • Winter themed crafts for all ages
  • Snacks and treats to share
  • Hot coffee to keep you cozy

  Help spread holiday cheer to local families in need by bringing donations of new wrapping paper, gift bags, bows, or tape. All items will be donated to Petaluma People’s Services to support their holiday programs. Donations can be brought to the event.

  Bring your family, your friends, and your holiday spirit — we can’t wait to sing and celebrate with you!

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Breakfast with Santa

  • When
    12/13/2025
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Cotati Room, behind City Hall - 201 West Sierra Ave

  For more information: Breakfast with Santa

  Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025

  Time: 10:30am

  Fee: $14 per person over 2 (Children 2 and under are free)

  Location: Cotati Room, behind City Hall - 201 West Sierra Ave.

  A ticket is for attending the event, not just for breakfast. Everyone over 2 needs a ticket. Children 2 and under are free. Seating will be open - no assigned seats or tables.

  Breakfast Menu -

  Pancakes

  Scrambled Eggs

  Sausage (Pork)

  Fruit

  Drinks - coffee, hot cocoa, water, juice

  Come join Santa and his elves for a yummy breakfast of eggs, sausage, & pancakes! Finish it off with delicious coffee and hot cocoa. Each child will also have the opportunity to do arts & crafts with the elves in Santa's Workshop, and take a photo with Mr. Claus before they leave. This is sure to be a fun family event and a great way to celebrate the holiday season.

  Meals to go available upon request.

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Lighted Boat Parade

  • When
    12/13/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Petaluma Turning Basin, 12 C St

  For more information: Lighted Boat Parade

  

  Lighted Boat Parade

  December 13, 2025

  6pm-8pm

  Holiday Fun on the Petaluma River!

  Join us at the Petaluma Basin and enjoy the Lighted Boat parade hosted by the Petaluma Yacht Club.

  Watch the beautiful boats go down the Petaluma River, ushering in the holiday season!

  Vessels of all sizes ~ power, sail, and people-powered are welcome to join the Petaluma Yacht Club’s flotilla.

  Several thousand citizens line the shore to take in the spectacle!

  Petaluma Turning Basin, 12 C St

  Free to attend, no reservation

  
  

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Chanukah Celebration & Hot Air Balloon Gelt Drop

  • When
    12/14/2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Petaluma Fairgrounds, 175 Fairgrounds Dr., Petaluma

  For more information: Chanukah Celebration and Hot Air Balloon Gelt Drop

  

  Chanukah Celebration & Hot Air Balloon Gelt Drop

  The festival of Chanukah is all about the power of LIGHT over darkness!

  Join us for Chabad's annual Chanukah celebration in style with a marvelous community event!

  ✡ Hot Air Balloon Gelt Drop

  ✡ Fire Performer

  ✡ LED Robot

  ✡ Jelly Donuts

  ✡ Hot Latkes

  ✡ Live DJ Chanukah music

  ✡ World's Biggest Dreidel

  ✡ Interactive Menorah Game

  ✡ Chanukah Crafts

  ✡ Grand Raffle

  and much more!

  Sunday, December 14, 4:00-6:00pm

  @ the Petaluma Fairgrounds - 175 Fairgrounds Drive

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Penngrove Light Parade

  • When
    12/14/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Downtown Penngrove

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• Parent + Me Gymnastics Class

  • When
    12/17/2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
  • Location
    Body English Fit 1359 Redwood Way Petaluma, CA 94954
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Ready to help your little one get their wiggles out? Join us for the Parent + Me Gymnastics Class on Wednesday, December 17th.

  
  

  This class at Body English is an opportunity for toddlers to explore, learn, problem solve, and practice following instructions.  The class is instructor led with active participation from a parent or guardian. Students will enjoy an obstacle course, games, circle time and more!

  
  

  Join us for a private PMC introduction class! This class is for toddlers 18-36 months old. Students must be able to walk, one adult per student. $10 per child.

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Gardens Aglow

  • Start
    12/19/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    12/21/2025
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    12841 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, CA

  For more information: Gardens Aglow

  

  
  

  A Twilight Wonderland of Lights, Music & Holiday Cheer at Sonoma Botanical Garden
  
  Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, December 5-21, 2025
  5-8pm (Timed, ticketed entry at 5pm or 6:30pm) 
  $30 general, $25 members, $12 youth 5-17, Free for children 4 and under
  (advanced purchase required)
  Rain or Shine
  
  This holiday season, Sonoma Botanical Garden (SBG) becomes a twilight wonderland for three weekends in December where twinkling paths set the stage for Gardens Aglow, a merry and bright celebration for the whole family. After the sun sets, the magic begins. Visitors stroll through a dazzling tunnel of light to arrive at the Garden’s Winter Workshop, brimming with festive crafts for all ages, music that fills the evening air with cheer, lawn games, face painting, and more. Then gather for fireside fun to make s’mores, sip hot chocolate, or enjoy local wines, making cozy memories with loved ones under the glow of holiday lights. Gardens Aglow is set in an intimate area of the Garden, centered around the Founder’s House and adjacent to the Rose Garden.
  
  “We are so excited to launch a new holiday tradition here in Sonoma Valley,” says Jeannie Perales, Executive Director, SBG. “The Founder’s House offers a unique opportunity to create a magical indoor/outdoor experience for the season—where visitors of all ages can enjoy festive activities and be enchanted by the sparkle of lights in the night. With Gardens Aglow, we’re designing more than just a celebration—we’re creating a joyful gathering place, a seasonal hub where our community can come together and make lasting memories.”
  
  Visitors follow a twinkling path through the Rose Garden, and then through a glittering tunnel of lights into the Winter Workshop. There, the young and young at heart can enjoy a nature-based craft lounge with classic holiday make and take projects such as festive ornaments, holiday cards, garlands, and more. Face painters will be on hand to brighten cheeks with festive designs.  
  
  In the spirit of Garden founder Jane Davenport Jansen, who loved to entertain in this house, an elegant fireside lounge offers live, traditional holiday piano music in a setting that feels like home with local wines and hot chocolate to sip. Outside in the beautifully illuminated Founder’s House Garden, visitors can gather around the fire pit to make s’mores, play holiday-themed lawn games, dance through bubbles, visit with Santa on select evenings, and add their wishes for the new year to an ancient oak Wishing Tree.
  
  A holiday pop up shop offers garden-themed gifts for sale and freshly popped popcorn for shoppers as they browse. From ornaments to scented candles, gift items will include offerings that are locally made and sustainably sourced.  
  
  Gardens Aglow shines thanks to the generous support of Sonoma Clean Power, with additional valued support from the Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley.   
  
  About Sonoma Botanical Garden
  Founded in 1987, Sonoma Botanical Garden (SBG) is a woodland experience where East meets West by celebrating the beauty and importance of Asian and California native plants. Situated in the picturesque Sonoma Valley, SBG’s 67 acres is home to a unique Asian woodland, a California native oak savanna, and a Cabernet vineyard. Its mission is to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the beauty and value of Asian and California native plants and to promote their conservation in natural habitats and gardens.
  
  General Information
  The Garden is located at 12841 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, CA. Visit www.sonomabg.org for general information or to purchase Gardens Aglow tickets. Call 707-996-3166 or email info@sonomabg.org for other inquiries.
  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Chanukah Shabbat Dinner

  • When
    12/19/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Chabad Jewish Center of Petaluma, 205 Keller Street #101, Petaluma, CA 94952

  For more information: Chanukah Shabbat Dinner

  

  Chanukah Shabbat Dinner

  Join us to an amazing Chanukah by celebrating the Festival of Lights with friends, traditional Chanukah and Shabbat foods, and Light.

  Friday, December 19, 5:00 PM

  $25/Adult • $15/Child

  Sponsorships warmly appreciated

  
  

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• *Holiday Event* Chanukah on Ice

  • When
    12/21/2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Petaluma Fairgrounds, 175 Fairgrounds Drive, Petaluma

  For more information: Chanukah on Ice

  

  CHANUKAh on ice

  Spend a delightful evening with friends. Join us as we light the full Menorah together, illuminating our community!

  Tickets:

  Adults: $20

  Children and Seniors: $15

  3 and below: Free

  Non-Skaters: No charge

  
  

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• December Book Club Meeting

  • When
    12/28/2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Crooked Goat 110 Howard Street Petaluma, CA 94952

  Register

  Join us for this month’s PMC Book Club gathering! We’ll meet at Crooked Goat on Sunday December 28th at 7pm to discuss “All That Life Can Afford” by Emily Everett – a story that’s sure to spark meaningful conversation.

  Whether you read every page, skim the ending on your way over, or just want to listen in, all are welcome. Didn't read this months book? That's totally fine! Feel free to discuss any book you're currently reading. Come enjoy great company, thoughtful discussion, and a relaxed evening out. The book club leader, Courtney, will be at the bar to greet you!

  Questions? Please reach out to events@petalumamothersclub.org

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• Mom + Baby Circle

  • When
    01/03/2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    151 Lynch Creek Way, Petaluma, CA

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  Community in the early weeks and months with a new baby is essential! Join us for an open, supportive session where we talk about changing identities, relationships, and how to get through the day (and night) with little ones led by perinatal therapist Kylie Hempy, LMFT #151283, PMH-C. Kylie is a PMC mama of four and she's taken her personal experiences and worked with countless new moms and couples using evidence-based tools to help families survive a season that can feel impossible.

  
  

  This event is open to mamas with babies six months or younger. Coffee will be provided! 

  
  Questions? Email events@petalumamothersclub.org

  
  

  
  

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• Ugly Sweater Holiday Party 🍻

  • When
    01/08/2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Crooked Goat Brewing 110 Howard St, Petaluma, CA 94952
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  It's back! Join us for the PMC's annual Holiday Party on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

  Join us at Crooked Goat in Petaluma for drinks, music, and ugly sweaters! Leave the littles at home and enjoy an evening with other PMC parents.

  Things are crazy starting in Halloween through the end of the year, so we purposefully plan this party for early January, when (hopefully) your schedule is a little less chaotic. Dig out your most festive and/or ugliest holiday sweater, grab a friend or partner, and join us for the last holiday party of the season! 

  You must register to attend. Cost is $15 per person, which gets you entry to the party + a couple drinks, and light bites. 

  Ticket prices will increase the week before the event, so book soon to save some cash.

  Fresh babies in carriers or strollers are welcome, but leave the mobile kiddos at home.

  This event is one of the most fun parent-only events of the year... hope you can join us!

  PS: Ugly sweaters are optional! Feel free to dress on-theme or in whatever makes you happy.

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• Family Music Class

  • When
    01/10/2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
  • Location
    Art Play Cafe, 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA 94952
  • Spaces left
    20

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  Join the Petaluma Mothers Club and In Harmony Music for a family music class! 

  This class is designed for kids ages 0-5. Come ready to sing, dance, and play! If you have any musical instruments like a drum or maraca, bring them!

  The class will be at Art Play Cafe in downtown Petaluma and the class is 40 minutes long. 

  Note: infants aged 0-6 months may attend for free with a paid sibling.

  This class will be led by In Harmony music. In Harmony offers family music and movement classes all over the Bay Area (including in Petaluma). For more information, check out their website here.
  

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• PMC Playdate at Art Play Cafe

  • When
    01/13/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Art Play Cafe 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA 94952
  • Spaces left
    15

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  The Petaluma Mothers’ Club invites you to a special monthly playdate at Art Play Cafe! Join fellow PMC families for a morning filled with creativity, connection, and fun in this bright, inspiring space made for kids and parents to explore together.

  
  

  Little ones will dive into open-ended art activities and imaginative play zones designed to spark curiosity and joy. Grown-ups can sip coffee or tea, chat, and enjoy a relaxed morning in great company.

  
  

  When: The second Tuesday of every month, 9:00–10:30am

  Where: Art Play Cafe

  Cost: $15 per child — a special discounted rate just for PMC members

  
  

  *Families with existing Art Play Cafe memberships can attend at no cost, but please remember to register in advance.

  
  

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• PMC Preschool Information Fair

  • When
    01/14/2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Cavanagh Center 426 8th Street, Petaluma, CA 94952

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  The Petaluma Mothers Club is inviting local preschools to come together in one location for you to gain insight and information regarding this important step in your child's academic career. Get enrollment information, ask questions and learn about different schools' approaches and methods. Please note, this event is designed for adults, though babies in arms/carriers are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! This event is open to the public.

  
  The schools participating are:

  • Tiny Tots Preschool
  • The Spring Hill School
  • Petaluma Village Preschool
  • Learning to Learn Preschool and Childcare Center
    
  • Adobe Christian Preschool 
  • Gan Israel Preschool 
  • Bright Skies Montessori
  • Rainbow Bridge Montessori
  • Carolynn’s Montessori for Toddlers

  
  

  If you are a school interested in participating please reach out to Sara, events@petalumamothersclub.org

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Child + Infant CPR Class

  • When
    01/24/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Healthy Petaluma 5401 Old Redwood Hwy., Suite 105 | Petaluma, CA 94954
  • Spaces left
    20

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  As a parent or caregiver, being prepared for a medical emergency is one of the most important things you can do. This one-hour, hands-on class is designed specifically to teach CPR and emergency response techniques for infants and children.

  In this focused session, you’ll learn how to:

  • Recognize signs of a medical emergency in babies and young children

  • Perform child and infant CPR, including chest compressions and rescue breathing

  • Respond effectively to choking incidents

  • Use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) in pediatric emergencies

  You'll practice these life-saving techniques on a child and infant mannequin and become familiar with real AED equipment. We’ll also leave time at the end for Q&A so you can get clarity on any concerns.

  Cost for PMC Members:

  • $35 – Class only

  • $50 – Class + a 2-year American Heart Association certification and a take-home manual

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• PMC Playdate at Art Play Cafe

  • When
    02/10/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Art Play Cafe 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA 94952
  • Spaces left
    15

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  The Petaluma Mothers’ Club invites you to a special monthly playdate at Art Play Cafe! Join fellow PMC families for a morning filled with creativity, connection, and fun in this bright, inspiring space made for kids and parents to explore together.

  
  

  Little ones will dive into open-ended art activities and imaginative play zones designed to spark curiosity and joy. Grown-ups can sip coffee or tea, chat, and enjoy a relaxed morning in great company.

  
  

  When: The second Tuesday of every month, 9:00–10:30am

  Where: Art Play Cafe

  Cost: $15 per child — a special discounted rate just for PMC members

  
  

  *Families with existing Art Play Cafe memberships can attend at no cost, but please remember to register in advance.

  
  

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• PMC Playdate at Art Play Cafe

  • When
    03/10/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Art Play Cafe 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA 94952
  • Spaces left
    15

  Register

  The Petaluma Mothers’ Club invites you to a special monthly playdate at Art Play Cafe! Join fellow PMC families for a morning filled with creativity, connection, and fun in this bright, inspiring space made for kids and parents to explore together.

  
  

  Little ones will dive into open-ended art activities and imaginative play zones designed to spark curiosity and joy. Grown-ups can sip coffee or tea, chat, and enjoy a relaxed morning in great company.

  
  

  When: The second Tuesday of every month, 9:00–10:30am

  Where: Art Play Cafe

  Cost: $15 per child — a special discounted rate just for PMC members

  
  

  *Families with existing Art Play Cafe memberships can attend at no cost, but please remember to register in advance.

  
  

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• PMC Playdate at Art Play Cafe

  • When
    04/14/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Art Play Cafe 146 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA 94952
  • Spaces left
    15

  Register

  The Petaluma Mothers’ Club invites you to a special monthly playdate at Art Play Cafe! Join fellow PMC families for a morning filled with creativity, connection, and fun in this bright, inspiring space made for kids and parents to explore together.

  
  

  Little ones will dive into open-ended art activities and imaginative play zones designed to spark curiosity and joy. Grown-ups can sip coffee or tea, chat, and enjoy a relaxed morning in great company.

  
  

  When: The second Tuesday of every month, 9:00–10:30am

  Where: Art Play Cafe

  Cost: $15 per child — a special discounted rate just for PMC members

  
  

  *Families with existing Art Play Cafe memberships can attend at no cost, but please remember to register in advance.

  
  

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