Yearly Archives: 2024

City of Sonoma Donates Ambulance to Kaniv!

The city of Sonoma has generously given the Sonoma Sister Cities Association/Kaniv committee a surplus ambulance to send to Sonoma’s sister city Kaniv in Ukraine and the committee is now raising money to fill it with lifesaving medical supplies and send it to Ukraine. The Ambulance will be on view tomorrow, 14 May 2024 at […]

City of Sonoma Donates Ambulance to Kaniv!2024-05-13T20:15:41-07:00

Listen to Live Hungarian Music on 12 May 2024

Drop by the the fountain courtyard at Buena Vista Winery from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 12th for an enchanting afternoon of Hungarian folk music performed by Zagyva Banda.  Immerse yourself in the melodious sounds of traditional music in this picturesque setting, perfect for a relaxing day out. There’s no need to make […]

Listen to Live Hungarian Music on 12 May 20242024-05-06T21:00:17-07:00

Come Celebrate the 13th Anniversary…

The Sonoma -Penglai Sister City relationship turns 13 this year, and you’re invited to celebrate this occasion on Saturday, May 18th at the Sonoma Botanical Garden from 5:00-7:00 p.m.  There will be food, wine, live music, and a garden tour.   Your tax-deductible donation of $30 will help the Committee continue its mission of promoting global […]

Come Celebrate the 13th Anniversary…2024-04-01T20:32:05-07:00

“Save the Cat” – A Ukrainian Story Screening Saturday, March 23rd

As part of a selection of short film documentaries (Reality Bites) the Sonoma Valley Film Festival will screen “Save the Cat” on Saturday, March 23rd at the Sonoma Valley Woman’s Club, located at 574 1st Street East in Sonoma.  The screening begins at noon.   Advance tickets are not currently available, but could be released on […]

“Save the Cat” – A Ukrainian Story Screening Saturday, March 23rd2024-03-19T20:31:05-07:00

Aid from Sonoma is Getting Through!

SSCA President Stephanie Fine is please to share this photo of an aid package being opened by very grateful Ukrainians in our Sister City of Kaniv.   Thank you, Sonoma!  Your donations and hard work are making a big difference in helping people stay warm and remain positive during these difficult times.   Please click here […]

Aid from Sonoma is Getting Through!2024-03-19T20:06:18-07:00

Sonoma Stands with Kaniv & Ukraine on February 24th

Imagine our delight on Saturday evening to look up at City Hall and see the colors of Ukraine shining from the city’s clock!🇺🇦Brian from the city staff was incredibly helpful. Members of the Kaniv Sister City were with us via Zoom (4 am their time in Ukraine) and remained […]

Sonoma Stands with Kaniv & Ukraine on February 24th2024-02-26T21:13:00-08:00

Sonoma/Ukraine Vigil at City Hall on February 24th

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Sonoma/Ukraine Vigil at City Hall on February 24th Will Mark Two Years Since Russia Invaded Ukraine

On Saturday, February 24, at 6:00 PM, the Sonoma Sister Cities Kaniv Committee will hold a candlelight vigil at City Hall on the Sonoma Plaza, a date that marks two years of the Russian unprovoked invasion of Ukraine […]

Sonoma/Ukraine Vigil at City Hall on February 24th2024-02-19T11:18:53-08:00

Celebrating the Year of the Dragon!

The Penglai Committee celebrated the ‘Year of the Dragon’ on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Empress M in Napa.  Restaurant owner Margaret Wong, a new member of our committee, arranged a splendid lunar new year menu.  She, unfortunately, could not attend.

We wish everyone a happy, prosperous and peaceful New Year.

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Celebrating the Year of the Dragon!2024-02-18T17:53:30-08:00

St. Vincent Torney Wine Competition Returns to Chambolle-Musigny in 2024

History Repeats Itself:  Thousands of visitors are expected to descend on Chambolle-Musigny for the St. Vincent Torney 2024, an historical wine competition, the first of which was held in 1938 in Chambolle-Musigny, our French Sister City.

The competition/festival was held this past weekend, and we hope to have pictures from this amazing event from some Sonomans […]

St. Vincent Torney Wine Competition Returns to Chambolle-Musigny in 20242024-01-29T19:52:38-08:00

Dragons, Dancing, and More…

The Sonoma-Penglai Sister City Committee is collaborating with the Sonoma Community Center to celebrate the 2024 Lunar New Year (Year of the Dragon) on Saturday, March 2nd.  This afternoon of celebration will feature a variety of workshops, educational presentations, and live performances.  Beginning at 3:30 p.m. Sonoma City Councilman Jack Ding will host a demonstration […]

Dragons, Dancing, and More…2024-02-17T17:32:52-08:00
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