Category: Special Honors & Recognitions

Sonoma City Council Wraps Up 2024 and Looks Ahead to 2025

The City of Sonoma held its final City Council meeting of 2024 last night, marking the end of a productive year with celebrations and leadership transitions. Celebrating Community Achievements The council recognized the Dragons football team for their outstanding achievements this year, commending their dedication and hard work. A photo was taken to honor the … Continued

Sonoma Names Margaret Hatcher as 2025 Treasure Artist

The City of Sonoma is delighted to announce Margaret Hatcher as the 2025 Treasure Artist Award recipient. A celebrated artist and costume designer, Hatcher is known for her imaginative creations, leadership in the arts community, and commitment to sustainability through projects like Trashion Fashion Sonoma. Hatcher’s work has enriched Sonoma Valley’s cultural landscape for over … Continued

Fred Allebach to be Honored as the Next “Celebrate Sonoma” Recipient

The City of Sonoma proudly announces that Fred Allebach will be the next honoree recognized in the Celebrate Sonoma program. This special acknowledgment will take place during the Sonoma City Council meeting on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, beginning at 6:00 PM. This occasion will mark a significant tribute to Fred Allebach’s extensive contributions to the … Continued

Nomination Period Now Open for 2025 Treasure Artist of the Year!

The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Treasure Artist of the Year Award! This prestigious award, established in 1983, honors outstanding artists in the performing, visual, or literary arts who have made significant contributions to the Sonoma Valley community. If you … Continued

City of Sonoma Honors Noa Malone with 2024 Student Creative Artist Award

Musician and Violist, Noa Malone has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Student Creative Artist Award of $2000 by the City of Sonoma Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (Commission). Noa was chosen from a pool of nine impressive applicants. The Commission deliberated carefully at their April 25th meeting before unanimously selecting Noa for the award, which recognizes outstanding … Continued

Announcing the 2024 Sustainable Business Honoree: Donum Estate!

After careful consideration and collaboration with environmental and community leaders, including esteemed members of the City of Sonoma’s Climate Action Committee,  The Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce and City of Sonoma are delighted to unveil the recipient of this year’s prestigious Green Business Award: Donum Estate. Sustainable Practices: Donum Estate has exemplified a profound commitment … Continued

Deadline to Apply for the 2024 Student Creative Arts Award is Fast Approaching!

The City of Sonoma’s Cultural and Fine Arts Commission (CFAC) encourages high school junior and senior artist to apply for the 2024 Student Creative Artist Award for a chance to win $2,000. The submission deadline is April 5, 2024. Interested student artists are encouraged to submit an online application. The submission should include samples of … Continued

Last Day to Register! 2024 Alcalde Reception Honoring Wayne Schake

The Sonoma City Council and the City of Sonoma are delighted to extend a warm invitation to all members of our wonderful community to join us for a special reception honoring Wayne Schake, our esteemed 2024 Alcalde onTuesday, March 26th from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Vintage House Senior Center, located at 264 1st St … Continued

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