Q: How can we inspire hope when daily life feels overwhelming and chaotic? A: When I need relief from my own mounting insecurities, I instinctively run to my garden — it’s far better than running to ...

“Niche Bach, sondern Meer!” (Not a brook, but an ocean!) – opinion of Johann Sebastian Bach and pun by Ludwig van Beethoven On March 31, 1685, Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Eisenach, Holy Roman ...

Oliver is the owner of our new Rohnert Park columnist, Brenda Smith. Oliver is an orange, long-haired tabby cat who turned 9 years old in January. He is also an emotional support cat, providing ...

Even as the hills of Sonoma County turn lush and green from winter rain, wildfire preparedness should remain a top priority. The cooler months offer the perfect opportunity to take proactive steps ...

Northern California is home to approximately eight species of hummingbirds with only three mostly found year-round. Anna’s hummingbird is the only nonmigratory hummingbird of all the species and is ...

Sonoma County is home to one of the best birdwatching spots in the country—Bodega Bay. With its diverse habitats, it attracts an incredible variety of birds, sometimes even rare migrants. This winter, ...

The winter rains have provided much-needed nourishment for the green grass to grow over the rolling hills. It is truly the most beautiful time of year to take a country drive to Valley Ford. It’s also ...

For the green thumb inclined, the Healdsburg Garden Club meets on the third Monday of each month, 1-3 p.m. at the Villa Chanticleer Annex. The club offers monthly programs, and the March 17 meeting ...

Monte Rio is a place where nature and community go hand in hand, and its thriving community gardens — supported by the Monte Rio Recreation and Park District — are a perfect example. For decades, the ...

“To the right of the entrance stands a magnificent plum bonsai. Depending on the time of year, you might see some leaves, buds or even small plums. The placement isn’t ornamental. The purpose of the ...

The rainy days gave me time to research, plot and plan for this season. I’m going to try the hügelkultur method of gardening. It’s a German word and practice that’s been around for centuries, adopted ...

March isn’t just another month — it’s a chance to recognize the women whose work shapes our daily lives in ways we often don’t stop to appreciate. Women lead, create, and build, not for recognition ...