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Hey Santa Rosa, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Epic whale migration, gold and silver heating up, and a wild estate with a tennis court + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Santa Rosa protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Epic ocean migration underway: Travel + Leisure named Sonoma County the best U.S. place to see whales, with gray whales migrating past Bodega Bay to Gualala and a Whale Watch program running through May — see when and where to go.
Services continue amid uncertainty: Catholic Charities secured $1 million from Sonoma County to keep Santa Rosa’s safe parking program open through June 2027, aiding residents living in cars and RVs as officials weigh options — get all the details.
City seeks more lifeguards: After outcry from local swimmers, Petaluma’s Cavanagh pool reopened with limited hours on Feb. 18 and is adding more self-guided exercise this month, with water aerobics held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Tuesday evenings — see what’s planned next.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Serious pasta cravings: Slide into LoCoco’s Cucina Rustica for comforting plates: spicy rigatoni vodka, gnocchi al piacere, tagliatelle Bolognese, and the lively Railroad Square buzz. Ideal for a midweek morale boost or a low-key celebration when the fridge is giving side-eye.
Time-capsule closet refresh: Skip the algorithm and let Hot Couture Vintage Fashion prove clothes were built to last. Curated finds from the 1950s to 1980s, with shoes and jewelry, each piece carries real history… and earns compliments you didn’t have to rehearse.
Cold therapy that clicks: Sonoma Cryo offers whole-body cryo, infrared sauna, red light, and compression in a clean, low-pressure space that fits your day. Whether you’re hill-sore, desk-stiff, or just creaky, a quick session becomes a midweek reset you’ll actually anticipate.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
💼 Hiring Event @ Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country | Tuesday (3/3) at 10:00 AM – Polish your resume and swing by the Hyatt Regency for PrimeFlight hiring to staff STS. On-the-spot interviews and offers, roles from customer service to ramp, yes, benefits you can use, and a 401(k). Apply online, bring two IDs, and a valid license for ramp.
🎵 Dictator Tots and more @ The Big Easy | Friday (3/6) at 6:30 PM – Head to the Big Easy for a free show as Concrete Marshmallow loosens up with funky, jazzy rock, then Dictator Tots takes over with original rock and roll. 21 and over, full bar, no cover, and band names you cannot explain to your kids.
🏃 City Booters Field Day @ Youth Community Park | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Kid got wiggles to spare? City Booters is hosting a free field day at Youth Community Park so ages 5-10 can try the co-ed, no-scoreboard soccer vibe, and you can quiz the program director. Think dribbling, passing, shooting, and pleasantly tired children.
🛶 Petaluma River Races @ Turning Basin Petaluma | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Bring your kayak, board, or dusty canoe for the Petaluma River races, free to enter, no prizes, just stories. BYO craft or rent from The Floathouse for $35 per craft, tickets are for discounted rentals, and if you rent, specify your solo craft.
🚣 Free Rowing Lesson @ The Floathouse Petaluma | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Free rowing lessons are happening every Saturday on the Petaluma River, downtown, in classic boats, with two students per session. It’s calm water, zero cost, and prime pre-brunch cardio, so register online, show up, and pretend you always knew your port from starboard.
🔬 North Bay Science Discovery Day 2026 @ Sonoma County Fair & Event Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If you’re looking for a way to tire out the kids and call it educational, this free North Bay science blowout delivers. 100-plus groups bring gadgets, robots, and whoa-moments, all to spark STEM curiosity and connect schools and industry. You get coffee, they get inspired.
🎣 RRFF Winter Fly Casting Clinics – 2025-26 @ Galvin Community Park | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Need a winter hobby that does not involve leaf blowers? Free fly casting clinics at Dan Galvin Park’s casting pond run the first and third Saturdays, weather permitting, with locals sharpening your loop and grip. Beginners welcome, yarn not hooks, and Sonoma County afternoons help.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Santa Rosa report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 67°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 0%
Areas of fog before 11am. Mostly sunny. High near 67, with temperatures falling to around 63 in the afternoon. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. West wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 64°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 14%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 64. West northwest wind 2 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 42.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
Behind an iron gate in Brush Creek, this 1.36-acre Farrell and Faber estate mixes resort amenities and artisan touches. A heated pool and spa, private tennis court with hut, and an orchard of apples, figs, and olives set the scene. Inside, a gourmet kitchen with Thermador range, spa room, primary suite, and a wine cellar with dining for eight.
Take a peek inside →
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