City offices are closed from Tuesday, December 24th through Wednesday, January 1st - Learn More

Category: Parks, Recreation and Open Space

Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market Switches to Fall Hours for September

As we welcome September, Sonoma’s beloved Tuesday Night Market is transitioning to fall hours. Starting this Tuesday, the market will be open from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., giving you the perfect opportunity to enjoy the cooler evenings while stocking up on farm-fresh produce and other local delights. Don’t miss out! With only four more … Continued

Sign Up to Volunteer at Valley Cemetery’s Workday on September 21st

Join the City of Sonoma for the next Cemetery Volunteer Workday on September 21st at Valley Cemetery. We invite all community members to join us in preserving and maintaining our cherished cemeteries: Mountain Cemetery, Valley Cemetery, and Veteran’s Cemetery. These workdays are carefully tailored to the specific needs of each cemetery and are scheduled throughout … Continued

Sheep return to the Montini Preserve this week

A flock of sheep from Perennial Grazing arrived this week to begin fuel reduction grazing on the Montini Open Space Preserve. They will plan to be on-site for approximately 10 days. It is expected to reduce fuel loads by more than 80% in grazed areas. The Preserve is owned by the City of Sonoma and managed … Continued

Announcing the Winner of 4th Annual Earth Day “Celebration of Trees” Photo Contest!

We are excited to unveil the winner of the City of Sonoma’s 4th Annual Earth Day “Celebration of Trees” Photo Contest! After receiving an incredible 45 entries from talented photographers and nature enthusiasts, we’re excited to honor Denise Webster for her breathtaking image, “Epilogue of A Lone Tree.” Denise’s stunning photograph, captured in the picturesque … Continued

Have Your Say: Public Input Sought for Measure M Funded Park Projects

Attention, Sonoma residents and park enthusiasts! Your voice matters in shaping the future of our community’s recreational spaces. The Sonoma Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission (PROS) is calling for public comments on potential Measure M “Parks for All” funded park projects being considered in the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget. PROS will consider two potential … Continued

Sonoma City Launches Online Discretionary Funding Application

In a proactive move to establish transparency and fairness, the City of Sonoma is proud to announce the launch of its new online Discretionary Funding Application. This initiative aims to streamline the process for organizations seeking funding from the Council Discretionary Use Funding within the Recreation and Community Services Program. Through this digital platform, the … Continued

Prescribed Burns in Montini Preserve Continue Next Week

The Sonoma Ecology Center in collaboration with the City of Sonoma has been conducting controlled pile burns at the Montini Open Space Preserve in Sonoma in late February 2024, and will continue through April.  While the park will remain open, some trails may be impacted, so please observe closure signs. Proposed Remaining Dates: March 19, 20 … Continued

Sonoma Needs You! Serve Your Community on a City Commission or Committee

Are you passionate about parks? Committed to climate action? Dedicated to design & historic preservation? Now’s your chance to make a difference! City Commissions and Committees are expanding, offering more residents a voice in local decision-making. Apply to serve on our Parks, Recreation & Open Space, Climate Action, Design Review, and Historic Preservation Commissions today! … Continued

Prescribed Burns in Montini Preserve Starting February 20th

Starting February 20, 2024, and continuing periodically through April, Sonoma Ecology Center in collaboration with the City of Sonoma will be conducting controlled pile burns at the Montini Open Space Preserve in Sonoma. While the park will remain open, some trails may be impacted, so please observe closure signs. Proposed Dates: February 21, 22 March … Continued

Close window