December 2017

December is winter. This is likely not news. As such, it is not fall or spring, but actually winter where the leaves of the deciduous trees have fallen along with many inches of rain and perhaps a power outage or two thrown in for good measure. In recognition of this fact, indoor venues have decked themselves out with Christmas decorations, indoor concerts, etc. such that even on a rainy day there are places to go and things to do. My preference is to put on a jacket and pretty much do the same things I do in summer, however I have yet to swim in a jacket. Its fun to walk along streams that have easy access to the ocean like Willow Creek and look for spawning steelhead. Like a snipe hunt, it's an excuse to get outside and explore and be mindful of the seasonal changes first hand before you give in and hit the espresso bar. I have seen spawning steelhead and it is quite exciting! Of course reading a book indoors while the rain is crashing down is also quite pleasant. Anyway, I love December for what it is and what it is not. As Henry D. Thoreau once wrote "Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the Earth." But remember......... don't swim in jackets. 

​Occidental Weather:

Occidental Center for the Arts:Pepino D'Augustino December 16th 8-10 pm. I have seen Peppino several times and he is an awesome guitarist and witty fellow. If I was up there I would see him for sure!!!

​Hopmonk Sebastopol: Here is the live music line up!

The Barlow Sebastopol: Because it's there

Feeling Crabby? Indulge in the emotion at Bodega Bay!

Bodega Bay Boat Parade Dec 9th: Bundle up and enjoy the lighted boat parade in the Bodega Harbor. Rain or shine!

​Old Grove of Trees: Again, because it's there and it's really cool!

Visit Graton: Five minutes from the house and a great place for lunch or dinner!

​Howards Station Cafe in Occidental: Howards is the place to do for breakfast!!!





​Ok, I will add more later!