The Art and Garden Center is mainly a private event space, but they have a rose and iris garden to…read morethe side of it. Open the gate and step into a small but beautiful rose garden. While this garden is small it looks like they really take good care of the roses here. Some were rather tall and there was a good representation of different colors. There were placards of the different names of the roses. The Redwood Empire Rose Society takes care of the roses, and the technical name is the Phyllis Saccani Memorial Rose Garden. This is not to be confused with The Luther Burbank Home and Garden. That one is better known, close to the freeway and downtown, and has a large diverse garden. The Art and Garden center garden is better if you've been to the other one already and just want to check out some roses.

I recently booked this event space to host my sister's baby shower, and it was a very pleasant…read moreexperience. The event space itself has been remolded it has a very modern look and the garden is absolutely beautiful. Patty was extremely helpful and made booking the venue a breeze. Will definitely keep this venue in mind for any upcoming events.

There have been beautiful weddings, anniversaries, family reunions, Quinceañeras, birth reveals and…read moregraduations, as well as concerts and dance classes! They are always beautiful and safe in this location. I must add the carpets have been removed so there are now gorgeous floors great for dancing, and easy to manipulate tables and decorations. There's also a stage outback that has just received it Summer coat of paint and a lovely grassy backyard where children can play picnic tables set up for barbecues. It's truly a lovely place!

This business is a public nuisance. The patrons block driveways and inconvenience residents. They…read moreare totally inconsiderate and should be disallowed to hold rowdy concerts and events in a residential neighborhood. They are a menace to the community.

Lots of parking, very clean, The ladies lounge area is great for nursing mothers and people getting…read moreready the only downside is the lighting is absolutely terrible, so if you're going there for any kind of event make sure that you bring a mirror.The restrooms were clean with plenty of toilet paper. I was attended a non profit fundraiser we were utilizing the kitchen everything we needed was there. They have a great stage and everything was cleaning up kept the patio area is very beautiful with the fountain in the center the only issue we had here was as soon as it became desk there was no lighting outside which was a shame because we could've taken a lot more pictures out there as the temperatures cooled down I think some people might've even danced out on the patio-we did have a giant game of wood and dominoes that we were going to play but it was too dark to do so. Overall I would give it an 8.5 out of 10-I removed one of the stars because of the lighting issues which is crucial when you have a lot of people to entertain

While growing up in Windsor, I had been to the Furth Center for quinceañeras and school dances, so…read moreit just always seemed kind of boring or standard. A couple of years ago, I was looking for a place to host our wedding reception. Anyone planning a wedding in Sonoma County knows that venues don't come cheap. With a guest list of nearly 200, we were starting to freak out. The Furth Center came across my list and I decided to check it out again, just for the heck of it. The look we wanted for the wedding was an old Spanish mission feel and the Furth Center definitely delivered. It was like I was looking at it through a new set of eyes. I don't know if they had remodeled or if I was just that blind when I was in high school, but it really is a gorgeous facility. I had some concerns as the event date drew near, since the man I had been coordinating with ended up leaving and a new person was put in charge of my event. Many of the files had gone missing and a lot of the things he had promised were not written down. However, the new coordinator took care of everything (along with their facility manager- ugh, I wish I could remember her name!). Our wedding reception was a hit and they really took care of us. The dance floor is pretty big and there is PLENTY of room for tables/seating. They have a stage (where we put the dj) and they took care of setting up the tables and bars. I hired a cleaning crew to pick up after the event, since they're not responsible for that, but that's understandable. Their outdoor fountain area was perfect for pictures. The ceiling had white linen draped with twinkly lights, which really gave it a nice vibe. I'm so glad we booked with them! I would do it all over again! :)

Operation Bro Of Honor: Bodega Bay Wedding Edition…read more My high school friend Sammi named me her Bro Of Honor in September 2015 and as soon as I donned the pink sash she mailed me from Germany, it was business time. Her California wedding was slated for December 26, 2015, so I hopped on a Southwest flight in the evening on Christmas Day from San Diego to Sacramento and drove the rest of the way to Bodega Bay. When I first arrived at the wedding venue, the Bodega Harbor Yacht Club, I was blown away! This quaint, cabin-like building sat right on the water with huge windows all over the facility peering out onto the aquatic landscape. The bride's family who lived in the area said we were extremely fortunate to have the sun shining on her special day and everyone in attendance smiled at the rays as they beamed onto the wedding aisle. As you can see from my photos, having the bay as the background to the bride and groom saying their vows was breathtaking. You'd be hard pressed to find a wedding venue more picturesque! The wedding reception was conveniently held on the same floor as the wedding ceremony. We were treated to fish and chicken in addition to a variety of sides. All was catered by the Bodega Bay Yacht Club. My tastebuds were happy from all of the delicious food offerings and my heart was happy from the excellent service provided by all of the waitresses! The bar had a nice selection of craft beer in bottles and mixed drinks in addition to non-alcoholic options. To end the night, we were treated to sips of Fireball and we shouted together as Germans do: "Proust!" I hope my future wedding is as beautiful, organic, and entertaining as the one held here by my good friends Sammi and Tobi. My mission as Bro Of Honor: COMPLETE.

Also look at the hidden reviews for this place, they are hiding low star reviews…read more I was a groomsman at my friends wedding and it was a terrible experience. He wrote a review but because his lack of using Yelp "somehow" the review was reported and then hidden. Here is his review: It saddens me to have to write this review but if you're interested in this venue, please read this: I have been in the wedding industry for several years now. I recently married my lovely wife at this venue after doing weddings in every county surrounding Sonoma County. We chose this venue because it is beautiful and the pricing is really fair compared to other venues. The fact that everything is 'all' inclusive is also a plus, but unfortunately you get what you pay for.  At first, the level of professionalism you get from the staff is amazing. It would appear everything is organized and squared away and there is nothing to worry about, because you feel so confident everything will work out fine, and they assure you of this. Then you sign the contract, and everything gets interesting and complicated. My wife had to write several emails about the same topic throughout this whole process to (I'm keeping this professional, will not name drop) and had to wait days, sometimes over a week for a response. Our biggest concern was that the questions we had were overall simplistic and not complicated(normal for a couple getting married for the first time). Incredible that we had to wait a long time for a response.  We also had our rehearsal dinner there the night before the wedding(my mother coordinated all of it). We should have caught on to what tomorrow, the wedding day, would be like. We all got there on time and the only thing done was the table that was set for all of us. The drinks that we pre-ordered were never made(bad communication on their end), so as our guests were leaving drinks were just coming out which had been paid for that never got served because of the miscommunication of the staff that was working "synergistically" together. We brushed it off and we're excited for waking up to our wedding day.  So now it's the day of the wedding and it was raining. We were going to have the ceremony at the Bluewater Bistro (private) beach and then everyone was going to the yacht club for the reception. Because of the rain the ceremony and reception was relocated to the yacht club. We were told there would be somebody at Bluewater directing our guests to the yacht club. That never happened, we had guests showing up opening the door during our ceremony letting the wind and rain in. Not just a few late guests. All of them. All the ones that had to find their way to the other venue without direction as promised. Our poor guests. Our coordinator was the most unprofessional vendor I have ever worked with. In fact she was in the kitchen the whole event. I had to work with the the DJ and the photographer to coordinate the first dance, the bouquet toss, everything including the whole event because she was MIA.  During dinner she was MIA but luckily the DJ took control of the evening and was amazing. He had no idea why our coordinator was wouldn't help with these things. Our grandma, who has a heart condition, was told by our coordinator that she could not use the elevator because it's for "disabled people only", but the stairs could be used instead for going up to dinner..:she has a valid medical note stating that she cannot use a stair case. We know the a could be a really big deal if pursued. But it won't be.  Then, here is the cherry on top....We brought our own wine and champagne to the venue. After dinner they are supposed to just pour it all out into glasses for free because we already paid for the bottles and the corkage fee for our guests to enjoy it, they should have then gotten rid of it for free before starting to making money with the cash bar. Guess what? We found out through several guests and members of the bridal shower that they were SELLING bottles that have already been paid for by us and then corkage fee paid for by us for them to sell it AGAIN back to our guests!? When I found that out I though it was a joke. Like the person telling me was this messing with me. Who does that? But, unfortunately, I found out that it was true. I could not mentally comprehend that. Meanwhile our coordinator was back in the kitchen again, MIA. Yet again... The level of unprofessionalism that I experienced was something from a dark comedy. My wife and I had fun because we had each other, and our loved ones there to celebrate with us. We actually had a few of our guests call us the next day telling us how much fun they had and how they did have a slightly rude encounter with the staff, which made us so sad to hear.  All and all I just had to say something, I needed you guys to be aware. Keep in mind, I'm a man and my wife is/was never a 'Bridezilla'.

What a special day getting to celebrate a special friend's wedding at Vine Hill House. As part of…read morethe bridal party, we spent the entire morning getting ready in the cottage on-site. The space was lovely and spacious. It had a full kitchen that allowed us to snack and stay hydrated throughout the morning. We were all able to gather in the area to have hair and make-up done, but there were also side rooms available for changing and getting ready. The cottage itself is lovely and create a picturesque backdrop for first look photos on the porch. The ceremony site felt intimate under the trees and the dinner area had a beautiful view of the vineyards. This special venue has such a great set up. As a guest, it was nice that everything was all on-site, but there were clear areas that helped designate the reception area from the ceremony turned dance floor. One cool feature was that the bride and groom utilized a side bar area next to the dance floor for a whiskey tasting lounge. It was a unique touch that made their wedding stand out! The venue owner, Dan, was HIGHLY involved throughout the day. He was highly attentive, but also highly present. Something to keep in mind if you'd prefer more behind the scenes vendors. What a joy getting to witness such special friends getting married in such a beautiful place!

We could not recommend Vine Hill House enough! Literally the perfect venue from the views, to the…read moreservice, to the amazing staff. Jordan was amazing, as she helped coordinate all the details and walked us through the planning process over the last year. Many guests said it was the nicest wedding they had ever been to, and we agree!! Thank you Dan and Jordan!

If you are looking for a wedding venue in Healdsburg- look no further. When we stepped foot onto…read moreRu's Farm we met Lele and walked the grounds and knew this was the venue for us! The entire process was so easy from booking, communications, and vendor recommendations. We rented the Coop as well to get ready and it was such a perfect spot to be on the property but tucked away from the main grounds. Our guests continue to say how magical the wedding weekend was because of our venue! Guests walk through olive trees and into an open cocktail space with an abundance of flowers and fresh lavender. The ceremony site is under a beautiful large oak tree overlooking the Alexander Valley. The backdrop really sold me on why we had to get married at Ru's! Dinner was in front of the barn with twinkly lights. Then the dance party was in the barn where we also had lounge seating, and dessert! We had 140 guests which felt like just the right amount of people and the spaces all flowed nicely for it to feel like we could all be together the entire evening- without it feeling too large. We are still on such a high almost five months later and friends still tell us it was the best wedding of 2022! We cannot thank you LeLe and LJ for the best weekend!

Having our wedding at Ru's Farm was a dream…read more It was love at first sight, we knew immediately after stepping on the grounds that this was our place. It's beautiful and charming in a way that photos barely capture, but that's just the start of it. Lele, the venue owner was a joy to work with. We could tell how much love and care she puts into the space and that working with her would be the opposite of the cookie cutter, corporate experience we've experienced at other popular venues. She provided a thorough tour of the space, a really helpful preferred vendors list, and other wonderful tips and tricks. All the preferred vendors were top tier, and it ended up saving us a ton of time and we were guaranteed a high quality end to end experience. Other key benefits of Ru's: 1. The venue is available the entire wedding day which provides a lot of flexibility 2. There is a beautiful, 3-bedroom cottage on the properties that was perfect for getting ready 3. Unlike vineyards, this property has all the perks of a vineyard (oversees a vineyard) but also allows all types of alcohol (not just beer and wine) 4. The design of the space and the transition between different phases of the day (ceremony, reception, dancing, etc) was seamless This venue is a rare treasure, I would certainly suggest snatching a date before they are all gone.

I've been involved in events at this facility for over 20 years now…read more I was Assistant Manager of the VMB in Santa Cruz CA for two years, so I know the inner workings (building maintainance, event space rentals, Local Politics, Real Estate Value, and Homeless veterans issues). This Place is AMAZING !! offering clean classroom size areas for Community Use and offering a variety of service for Veterans in a Welcoming and orderly manner. For this places age (like the Santa Cruz VMB) it is incredibly well maintained (great for Concerts- (The Grateful Dead used to perform at this old Santa Rosa facility !). Glad I could throw down a few words to support the Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building. Blessed to live in an Area that Pays Respect To Veterans by Maintaining this Facility in Tip Top Condition ! - OOH RAH !!!

Live music and Soul Food are exactly what was needed tonight. I ordered the shrimp and grits…read moretonight provided by Smackin Soul Food and then dance to the cool, Funk jazz performed by Heaping Teaspoon. I enjoyed my Tuesday night.

My Niece Lauren and her Husband Sonny Nielsen held their wedding and reception here last week!…read moreIt's a beautiful venue and and was a fun night for sure! The country feel of the venue was warm and welcoming! The partially enclosed barn kept the chill of the evening at bay!

After researching and visiting several locations to accommodate our wine country wedding for about…read more75 attendees, including 10 children, we booked Kenwood Gardens. Most of our attendees were coming in from out of town so it was important for us to show them a memorable wine county experience complete with beautiful views, excellent food, great wine and memorable venue. Kenwood delivered across the board at a very reasonable price. The grounds were perfect for our wedding. The barn was ideal for the size of our party and the grounds outside allowed the kids to play safely but away from the adult fun. We booked a Friday evening wedding which gave great flexibility on dates with venue and caterers. Kenwood catered the event and even coordinated with many local food vendors to ensure our favorite breads, cheeses, cakes and beer were there for the sampling. They also helped us find a very good DJ who kept people dancing all night. The Kenwood wines were a nice option given the price and the beer selection was very good. We found Lorin to be helpful in planning the event but realize if you don't get the full planning package you'll need to do some heavy lifting yourself leading up to the event. I'd recommend the 'day of' planning package. If you're reading this review to find a venue for your wedding congratulations, I highly recommend Kenwood Gardens.