🌱 Police Activity On Matheson Street + Crafted At Appellation Classes

Hello, Healdsburg! I'm Nicole Fallon-Peek and I'll be filling in while your usual curator Simone is on vacation this week. Please note that your newsletters may be a bit lighter during this time. Now, onto everything you need to know for today!

P.S. - The Patch team is off for the holiday today, so you won't receive a newsletter tomorrow, but I'll be back in your inbox on Thursday with your next update!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 85 Low: 51.

Here are the top three stories in Healdsburg today:

1. Healdsburg Police Department carried out operations on Monday morning in the 1 - 20 block of Matheson Street, according to a Nixle alert issued by the city of Healdsburg shortly after 11 a.m. Citizens were urged to steer clear of the area until further notice. While specific details were not disclosed, the city assured residents that there was no immediate threat to public safety. (Healdsburg Patch)
2. Ahead of their inaugural hotel launch next year, Appellation, co-founded by Chef Charlie Palmer and Christopher Hunsberger, is introducing an immersive Crafted at Appellation program in Sonoma County. The program will feature a series of 10 classes over four months, immersing attendees in local artisan crafts, from block printing to wreath making. This initiative emphasizes Appellation's philosophy of blending culinary and hospitality experiences, which will continue with over 50 annual classes once the Appellation Healdsburg hotel opens. (Healdsburg Patch)
3. To enhance voting accessibility, Sonoma County has embraced the Voter's Choice Act, transitioning to a new model that involves mailing ballots to all registered voters while providing a broader range of in-person voting options. The public is now invited to review and comment on the County’s Election Administration Plan, a blueprint for upcoming voting processes, through various channels until July 11, and two virtual public meetings are scheduled on July 10 and 11 to discuss the plan and address questions. To foster transparency and public participation, the county will iteratively revise the plan based on received feedback before its final adoption, and all versions of the plan will be made available to the public in English and Spanish at SoCoVotes.com. (The Sonoma Index-Tribune)

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Today and tomorrow in Healdsburg:

Tuesday, July 4

• Tuesdays Farmers Market At Plaza Park (9:00 AM)
• 4th Of July Kids' Parade & Duck Dash 2023 At Healdsburg Plaza (10:00 AM)
• Happy Hour At Oakville Wine Merchant (3:00 PM)
• American Legion Independence Day Fireworks, Launched From Healdsburg High School (9:30 PM)

Wednesday, July 5

• Art Exhibit: The Color Of Winecountry At Upstairs Art Gallery (11:00 AM)
• Game On! For Teens At Healdsburg Regional Library (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for something fun to do after the parade? Upstairs Art Gallery is open during its normal hours today, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.! They will showcase diverse, locally-crafted jewelry, pottery, wire sculptures, and glassworks. Located at the heart of the Plaza, the gallery houses an expansive collection of art by local talent, promising an engaging visual feast for all art aficionados. (Upstairs Art Gallery via Facebook)
• The City of Healdsburg warmly supports and welcomes the much-anticipated Healdsburg American Legion Sotoyome Post 111 Independence Day Fireworks show, scheduled for 9:30 p.m. this evening. The fiery spectacle will be launched from the High School sports fields, although spectators are advised that seating is unavailable on the fields, with Fitch Mountain Elementary campus suggested as a nearby viewing spot. (Healdsburg Patch)
• In an exciting initiative for the summer, Sonoma County offers a free public transit program for its youth, encouraging them to explore local attractions like Sonoma County Library branches. Youth can conveniently board buses or trains without cost, enabling them to attend free library events, borrow books, and more. More information about the Summer Youth Ride Free Program can be accessed here. (Sonoma County Library via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.