Programs

We promote and underwrite programs that support the Interpretation and Awareness pillars of SPParks mission:

• Docent training and enrichment
• Parks staff attendance at seminars and workshops
• “Third Thursday” lecture series in the Sonoma Mission Chapel
• Music in the Mission series in the Sonoma Mission Chapel
• Participation in community events such as the Sonoma July 4 parade and the Petaluma Butter ‘n Egg Days parade

Every year we sponsor, and our members participate in, these popular events at our parks:

• April – Sheep Shearing Day – Petaluma Adobe
• May – Children’s Day at the Barracks – Sonoma Barracks
• May – Living History Day – Petaluma Adobe
• June – Pueblo Day – Sonoma Barracks
• September – Fandango! – Petaluma Adobe
• November – Victorian Christmas Crafts Workshop – Vallejo Home
• December – Holidays on the Northern Frontier – Mission Chapel, Sonoma Barracks, Toscano Hotel, Blue Wing Inn

These programs and events are funded through memberships, donations and sales at the Barracks Gift Store.