The evening, which gets under way at 5 p.m., is $60 per person reservations, 431-0100. A silent wine auction will raise funds for the station, and a percentage of each meal will be donated as well.Īlthough we were not able to get an advance menu, we have heard whisperings that there?s a new chef on board, someone with experience at our star-powered neighbor in Yountville, the French Laundry. The evening is a benefit for Access Healdsburg, the local nonprofit television station. Guests are encouraged to dress, perhaps as your favorite nominee, for the red carpet. College Ave.), or call Nancy Wang, president of the association, at 576-0533, or visit Get our your ball gowns: Healdsburg?s Barndiva (231 Center St.) is hosting an Oscar Night gala Sunday, with a prix fixe dinner, specialty cocktails and a big-screen television showing the ceremonies live. To purchase tickets, visit Asia Mart (2481 Guerneville Road), G&G Supermarket (1211 W.
However, no tickets will be sold at the door. It is so very engaging to the eyes, ears and heart.Ĭost is $25, and $10 for children ages 5-10. As the girls play, their bodies sway with their music as hands seem to dance over the strings.
Last year, the highlight of the evening was a performance by The Six Golden Flowers, a group of high school girls from San Francisco performing on guzheng, perhaps best described as horizontal harps with 30 strings. and entertainment follows soon, with traditional folk dance, martial arts presentations and more.įor the second year, alcohol, provided by Windsor Vineyards and Lagunitas Brewing Co., will be available for purchase. when there will be excellent opportunities to see the displays, watch an origami instructor and visit with book authors, including Camille Picott, author of the charming graphic novel ?Raggedy Chan.?ĭinner is served at 6 p.m. But there is plenty to do before this dramatic grand finale.ĭoors open at 5 p.m. This year?s fete will introduce a new dragon and new lions for the traditional dances that take place near the conclusion of the celebration. 28, the Redwood Empire Chinese Association hosts its 2009 Chinese New Year Celebration honoring the Year of the Ox. Dancing Hands at Year of the Ox Celebration: On Feb.