Dirty Cello Cleans Up
Marin delivers the string bling when Dirty Cello performs at Marin Art & Garden Center Summer Concerts on the Lawn this Thursday. Known for their dynamic live shows, this Marin-based ensemble combines virtuosic musicianship with a fiery rock and roll spirit. Led by classically trained cellist Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello blends blues, bluegrass and world music with European classical roots, creating a refreshing and boundary-pushing sound that absolutely rocks. Doors open at 4:30pm, with the concert running from 5 to 7pm. Adult tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the gate, with parking at $10 in advance or $15 at the gate—available online at maringarden.org/events/dirty-cello (children 17 and under are free). Lawn and chair seating, a KidZone, and food and drink options are available, too. Marin Art & Garden Center is at 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross.
Sausalito
Standing in the Dust
Sausalito Center For The Arts and Artistic Freedom Initiative presents “Standing in the Dust,” the photography of renowned Iranian photojournalist Yalda Moaiery, whose lens has documented conflicts, wars and natural disasters in Iran and globally. As one of Iran’s most dedicated photographers, Yalda’s compelling work has been featured in major international publications, earning her widespread acclaim. “For many years, I have envisioned this exhibition,” says Moaiery in her artist statement. “It is difficult for many to comprehend why the work of a photojournalist—whose images reflect the quotidian lives of people—would be deemed threatening, censored or banned.” The exhibit runs from July 10–28, with an opening reception from 5 to 8pm, Saturday, July 13 and includes a Persian appetizer buffet and a no-host bar. The center is at 750 Bridgeway, Sausalito. A $20 donation is encouraged at the door.
Freestone
Pooches & Pinot
The dog days of summer just got better thanks to Jasper House, Black Kite Cellars’ newly opened wine-tasting room in Freestone, which is hosting Pooches & Pinot for people who love wine and canines. Guests and their dogs are invited to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of al fresco wine tasting on a patio shaded by umbrellas and towering redwoods. Tasting flights include Black Kite Cellars’ currently released wines from the Sonoma Coast and Anderson Valley appellations, along with selected library wines from the cellar. For the furry ones, “Barkuterie boards” with dog treats and goodies are available. The day runs from 10am to 5pm, Friday, July 12 through Sunday, July 14. The Jasper House tasting room is at 12747 El Camino Bodega, Freestone. Tasting appointments are $67 per person and are available via bit.ly/pooches-pinot.
St. Helena
Farm Fest
In 2004, Clif Bar co-creators Gary Erickson and Kit Crawford embarked on a new venture, founding Clif Family Winery & Farm in St. Helena. Fast-forward a couple of decades, and Clif Family Winery is celebrating their 20th Anniversary Farm Fest. This milestone event highlights the beauty of Howell Mountain with live music in the iconic “Ruins,” farm tours showcasing organic vineyards and gardens, and a farm-to-fork feast featuring seasonal ingredients from Clif Family’s own grounds. Guests are also invited to enjoy both current release and library wines with lauded winemaker Laura Barrett. Farm Fest runs from 3 to 8pm Saturday, July 13, at 709 Main St., St. Helena. Tickets are $100 general, $75 for wine club members, and are available online at cliffamily.com/events/farm-fest.
