Local Organizations
bodega land trust
The Bodega Land Trust was formed in 1992 and received 501(c)3 tax-exempt status in 1997. Initially formed by local sheep ranchers to encourage the preservation of agricultural open space, the organization has evolved into a vital grassroots organization that encourages and supports community involvement in land stewardship.
www.bodegalandtrust.org
www.bodegalandtrust.org
Fire safe Occidental
Fire Safe Occidental is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the safety of Occidental residents (that is, the area stretching from Camp Meeker on the north, Green Hill Road on the east, Freestone on the South, and Coleman Valley on the west.) Technically, Fire Safe Occidental encompasses the entire Occidental Community Services District (OCSD), plus Burl Lane.
firesafeoccidental.org
firesafeoccidental.org
harmony union school district
HARMONY UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT consists of Harmony Elementary School (TK, K, and 1st grade) and Salmon Creek Charter School, grades 2-8. The District is known for its emphasis on the individual child, the environmental sciences, the arts, technology, and a warm and supportive atmosphere for all. An exceptionally flexible home study program accommodates the needs of many families who seek alternatives to classroom-based instruction. For more information call 707-874-1205 or go to:
www.harmonyusd.org
www.harmonyusd.org
KOWS 92.5FM RADIO STATION
A community radio station serving the “Kin'dom of Occidental & West Sonoma" county, broadcasting an eclectic blend of recorded and in-studio live music, discussion and public affairs shows - all produced by local volunteers.
Studio On-Air Phone: (707) 874-1073 Office Phone: (707) 874-9090
Website: kows92-5.org
Email: [email protected]
Online Listening: www.kows92-5.org/listen
Studio On-Air Phone: (707) 874-1073 Office Phone: (707) 874-9090
Website: kows92-5.org
Email: [email protected]
Online Listening: www.kows92-5.org/listen
OCCIDENTAL area health center
The Occidental Area Health Center, 3802 Main Street, is a licensed community health center associated with West County Health Centers, Inc. The center offers comprehensive outpatient medical services. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-8:00pm; Friday 9:00am-5:00pm and Saturdays, 9:00am-12:00pm.
Call 874-2444 or go to: www.wchealth.org
Call 874-2444 or go to: www.wchealth.org
occidental arts and ecology center
The Occidental Arts and Ecology Center is a nonprofit organizing and educational center and organic farm. The OAEC describes its programs as combining “research, demonstration, education, and organizing to develop collaborative, community-based strategies for positive social change and effective environmental stewardship”. The Center sponsors classes, performances, tours, volunteer days and plant sales, which are of interest to the local community. The Center is located at 15290 Coleman Valley Road.
For more information go to: www.oaec.org
For more information go to: www.oaec.org
occidental center for the arts
The Occidental Center for the Arts exists to provide a welcoming and accessible venue for the performing and visual arts in Occidental, California. Our mission is to enrich our community by providing diverse cultural experiences that inspire, educate, and entertain.
www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org
www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org
OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY CHOIR
The Occidental Community Choir was founded in 1978 by residents of the Occidental area. They compose and perform their own music which they describe as ranging from “fugues and folk to madrigals and classical, from reverent to irreverent and everything in-between”. Each year, they usually put on two concerts, one in the winter and one in the spring.
For more information and a schedule of performances contact: www.occidentalchoir.org
For more information and a schedule of performances contact: www.occidentalchoir.org
OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY FARMER'S MARKET
Local, Fresh Produce and Goods. Music and Education too.
Thursdays, June thru October – 4pm to 8pm. Downtown.
www.occidentalcommunityfarmersmarket.com
Thursdays, June thru October – 4pm to 8pm. Downtown.
www.occidentalcommunityfarmersmarket.com
OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
The Occidental Community Services District (OCSD) serves an area of 25 square miles centered on the unincorporated town of Occidental, west of Sebastopol with an estimated population of around 5,000 residents. Occidental CSD was formed in the mid-1960s to provide fire, domestic water, landscaping and lighting services. OCSD is governed by an elected five-member Board of Directors, which meets the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are open to the public, with agendas posted at the firehouse and the local hardware store.
occidentalcsd.org/occidental-fire-department
occidentalcsd.org/occidental-fire-department
OCCIDENTAL LIBRARY STATION
The Occidental Library Station is a branch of the Sonoma County Library. In addition to the small collection maintained in Occidental, any books in the Sonoma County Library’s collection can be ordered and picked up at the Occidental branch. Books borrowed from any other branch may be returned here. The Library is located at 73 Main St.
Hours:
Monday: 10am-2pm
Tuesday: 1-5pm
Wednesday: 10am-2pm
Thursday: 1-5pm
Friday: 10am-2pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Call 707-874-3080 or go to: www.sonomalibrary.org
Hours:
Monday: 10am-2pm
Tuesday: 1-5pm
Wednesday: 10am-2pm
Thursday: 1-5pm
Friday: 10am-2pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Call 707-874-3080 or go to: www.sonomalibrary.org
OCCIDENTAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Occidental Fire Department has a 100 + year history of responding to local emergencies when residents and visitors need them the most. This incredible legacy of work and preparedness has historically been powered by a volunteer fire fighting and emergency response technician force.
occidentalcsd.org/occidental-fire-department
occidentalcsd.org/occidental-fire-department
REDWOOD ARTS COUNCIL
The Redwood Arts Council was founded in 1980 by a group of music lovers whose goal was to bring quality entertainment to the Occidental area. The Redwood Arts Council books concerts that rival the quality of chamber music performances in large metropolitan areas. During the past twenty-six years the Council has presented over 250 performances in its chamber music series. Candace Mackey, Director. PO Box 449, Occidental, CA 95465. 707-874-1124
redwoodarts.org
redwoodarts.org
SAFER WEST COUNTY
Safer West County is a non-profit organization, connecting people and resources to build resilience in Western Sonoma County—in our forests, waterways, and communities.
www.saferwestcounty.org
www.saferwestcounty.org
SALMON CREEK WATERSHED COUNCIL
Salmon Creek Watershed encompasses approximately 35 square miles in western Sonoma County. Salmon Creek drains directly into the Pacific Ocean at the Salmon Creek Estuary. Salmon Creek has 6 major tributaries and links the towns of Occidental, Freestone, Bodega and Salmon Creek. The Council does research and offers education and works on programs including Water Conservation and Habitat Restoration. Meetings are the 4th Tuesday of every month 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.at the Salmon Creek School,1935 Bohemian Highway, Occidental.
Contact: David Shatkin 707-876-9329 and [email protected]
www.salmoncreekwater.org
Contact: David Shatkin 707-876-9329 and [email protected]
www.salmoncreekwater.org
OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY CENTER
OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY CENTER
The Community Center is owned by The County of Sonoma and managed by the Harmony Union School District (HUSD)
Location:
3920 Bohemian Highway
Occidental CA 95465
Occidental Community Center Website
Guidelines for Renting Occidental Community Center
Booking: Contact Rachael Handley (HUSD), [email protected], or call 707-874-1205 Ext.14
Currently available evenings: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday [Sundays and Wednesdays preferable to avoid conflict with other venues]
Rental Information:
HUSD Community Center information page
Use Information and Fees
Release of Liability Form-Fillable
Event Insurance:
If your Open-house is supported by the Occidental Community Council, insurance is covered by them. To confirm, email [email protected]
If not, for short time usage, event Insurance may be obtained online by going to: www.opendoorins.com or https://theeventhelper.com/#
[Budget $120 and up depending on type of usage]
Provide Staffing:
Set up and clean up crew (about 6 are helpful)
Advertising:
For local events, word of mouth and banner/sandwich boards are most effective. Posts on social media like Next Door or on the Occidental website are also effective.
The Community Center is owned by The County of Sonoma and managed by the Harmony Union School District (HUSD)
Location:
3920 Bohemian Highway
Occidental CA 95465
Occidental Community Center Website
Guidelines for Renting Occidental Community Center
Booking: Contact Rachael Handley (HUSD), [email protected], or call 707-874-1205 Ext.14
Currently available evenings: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday [Sundays and Wednesdays preferable to avoid conflict with other venues]
Rental Information:
HUSD Community Center information page
Use Information and Fees
Release of Liability Form-Fillable
Event Insurance:
If your Open-house is supported by the Occidental Community Council, insurance is covered by them. To confirm, email [email protected]
If not, for short time usage, event Insurance may be obtained online by going to: www.opendoorins.com or https://theeventhelper.com/#
[Budget $120 and up depending on type of usage]
Provide Staffing:
Set up and clean up crew (about 6 are helpful)
Advertising:
For local events, word of mouth and banner/sandwich boards are most effective. Posts on social media like Next Door or on the Occidental website are also effective.
- For Occidental /Council website event posts, contact Melinda Hershon at [email protected]
- For a local radio spot announcement, contact Laura Goldman at KOWS radio [email protected]
- Tables and Chairs are located beneath the stage. Please return any used items back to their original storage location. There is currently seating for 60, plus three serving tables.
- Serving Tables: Rolls of white paper and clamps are available in the storage closet. Remember to fill out ingredients cards for potluck items to avoid food allergy issues.
- Supplies: Bingo equipment, plastic boxes, and other supplies like standing signs, notecards, tape and name tags are all on site in the storage room.
- Welcome table at the entrance: Create your own sign-in sheet. There are tickets (in example, for limiting alcoholic drinks if served, or raffles), and Council promotion materials. Pens and plastic boxes are also available in storage.
- Entertainment: You will need to supply your own sound system for background music, and a microphone for announcements.
- Prizes and give-aways should be non-monetary to avoid the need for State licensing.
Business directory
stayInn at Occidental
www.innatoccidental.com (707) 874-1047 3657 Church St, Occidental, CA 95465 Occidental Guesthouse
occidentalguesthouse.com (707) 874-3555 3731 Main Street, Occidental, CA 95465 Occidental Lodge
www.occidentallodge.com (707) 874-3623 3610 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465 shopBoheme Wines
Bohemian Market
www.facebook.com/Bohemian-Market (707) 874-3312 3691 Main St Occidental, CA 95465 Cypress Gallery & Bazaar
www.cypressgalleryandbazaar.com 3641 Main St, Occidental, CA 95465 Galleria
Gonnella’s Country Mart
(707) 874-3315 3707 Occidental Rd, Occidental, CA 95465 LAURENCE GLASS WORKS ART GALLERY
(707) 874-3465 72 Main St., Occidental CA, 95465 NEON RASPBERRY ART HOUSE
OCCIDENTAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS (OCA) GALLERY
PANIZZERA MEAT CO.
THE ALTAMONT GENERAL STORE
THE BOHO BUNGALOW
OCCIDENTAL HARDWARE INC.
3799 Bohemian Highway Occidental, CA 95465 (707) 874-3441 [email protected] https://occidentalhardware.com SEWN
Sewn 3996 Bohemian Hwy #1072 Occidental CA 95465 Tuesday to Saturday by appointment 415-271-0212 https://sewnsonoma.com/gallery Follow us on IG: @sewnsonoma @sfseamstress Sewing for your Home Slipcovers • pillows • cushions • drapery • shades • bedding • table linens Lake Imagery Gallery and Studio
fine art paintings and photo art by Laura L. Lake 3870 Doris Murphy Court (Next to Occidental Center for the Arts) Occidental CA 95465 (530) 635-7024 www.lakeimagery.com Two Trees Tea House
Our Philosophy We started Two Trees as our contribution to rewriting the narrative of the tea industry, its colonial history and supporting its reclamation by the radical tea growing partners we represent and support around the world. We sell packaged organic teas, and soon, tisanes, blends and pre-loved teaware from truly ethical and sustainable sources. But what's important is that the nature of tea is non-transactional at its core. Tea is to be shared and provided as community care and connection. This is is the function of a community Tea House. |
DineEL MARIACHI CAFE
(707) 874-2752 3595 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465 HAZEL RESTAURANT
Howard station cafe
NEGRI'S ORIGINAL OCCIDENTAL
OCCIDENTAL UNION HOTEL RESTAURANT
THE ALTAMONT GENERAL STORE
Two Trees Tea House
Two Trees Tea House 3597 Bohemian Highway Occidental, CA 95465 Website: www.twotreesteahouse.com Our Philosophy We started Two Trees as our contribution to rewriting the narrative of the tea industry, its colonial history and supporting its reclamation by the radical tea growing partners we represent and support around the world. We sell packaged organic teas, and soon, tisanes, blends and pre-loved teaware from truly ethical and sustainable sources. But what's important is that the nature of tea is non-transactional at its core. Tea is to be shared and provided as community care and connection. This is is the function of a community Tea House. otherOccidental Community Church
www.occidentalcommunitychurch.org (707) 874-3501 3637 Church Street, Occidental, CA 95465 Sonoma County Website
Sonoma Magazine
St. Philip The Apostle Catholic Church
www.stphilipstteresa.org (707) 874-3812 3730 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465 Western Hills Gardens
WESTERN HILLS GARDEN www.westernhillsgarden.com 16250 Coleman Valley Road, Occidental, CA 95465 Meet Kent and Hadley, the new owners of Western Hills Garden who say they “long dreamed of having a property that could be a space for creative expression, community gathering, and big thinking.” They found all that – and more! – in WHG. They’re contributing to the garden’s legacy, operating as a non-profit for the first time in its history, to connect people of all ages with nature. You’re invited! Go for a day visit to enjoy the season’s splendor. Take a guided tour. Sign up for one of the many classes they offer. Or simply find a nook to read, write, draw, dream, or picnic. It’s a terrific spot to host a party. Occidental Veterinary Hospital
Website: https://www.occidentalvet.com/ Phone: (707) 874-2417 Fax: (707) 874-2435 [email protected] Physical Address: 3996 Bohemian Hwy Occidental, CA 95465 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 448 Occidental CA, 95465 occidental family dentist
Occidental Family Dentist Andriy Shevchuk, DDS https://occidentaldentist.com/contact-us/ 4066 Bohemian Highway Occidental, CA 95465 707-874-2447 Fax 707-874-1461 SEWN
Sewn 3996 Bohemian Hwy #1072 Occidental CA 95465 Tuesday to Saturday by appointment 415-271-0212 https://sewnsonoma.com/gallery Follow us on IG: @sewnsonoma @sfseamstress Sewing for your Home Slipcovers • pillows • cushions • drapery • shades • bedding • table linens Lake Imagery Gallery and Studio
fine art paintings and photo art by Laura L. Lake 3870 Doris Murphy Court (Next to Occidental Center for the Arts) Occidental CA 95465 (530) 635-7024 www.lakeimagery.com OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY CENTER
OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY CENTER The Community Center is owned by The County of Sonoma and managed by the Harmony Union School District (HUSD) Location: 3920 Bohemian Highway Occidental CA 95465 Occidental Community Center Website Guidelines for Renting Occidental Community Center Booking: Contact Rachael Handley (HUSD), [email protected], or call 707-874-1205 Ext.14 Currently available evenings: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday [Sundays and Wednesdays preferable to avoid conflict with other venues] Rental Information: HUSD Community Center information page Use Information and Fees Release of Liability Form-Fillable Event Insurance: If your Open-house is supported by the Occidental Community Council, insurance is covered by them. To confirm, email [email protected] If not, for short time usage, event Insurance may be obtained online by going to: www.opendoorins.com or https://theeventhelper.com/# [Budget $120 and up depending on type of usage] Provide Staffing: Set up and clean up crew (about 6 are helpful) Advertising: For local events, word of mouth and banner/sandwich boards are most effective. Posts on social media like Next Door or on the Occidental website are also effective.
Bohemian Dog Club
More than just a dog Park! Shanti Permaculture Farm 16715 Coleman Valley Road, Occidental CA 95465 We invite our neighbors and friends to a boutique, private dog club experience on our small farm situated on the most beautiful road in Sonoma County: Coleman Valley Road in Occidental.
[email protected] Landline: 707-874-2001 Mobile: 707-331-4477 |
