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Meet the Callahan Family…
Heidi Adler & Husband Brian Callahan The two have lived in Windsor for 24 years. They have been together for 22 years and married for 4 - they decided to make their 13 year engagement official during covid. When I’m not working as a School Director, I am also a...
Meet the Martinez Family…
Rueiland, Elena, Ajany, Ciara & Izaiah Martinez Elena has a BSN in nursing. Ajany currently attends the SRJC and is pursuing a Nursing degree. Ciara graduated from Windsor High school and will be attending CSU San Marcos to study Psychology. Izaiah will be a...
Meet the Vick Family…
Matthew & Joni Vick “I was working at Safeway when I Met Joni. She came in and ordered a sandwich wrap. I burnt it- and the rest is history. We got married September 22, 2023 at the Foxtail Golf Club in Rohnert Park, a beautiful place to have a wedding.” – Matthew...
Meet the Swarner Family…
Maggie Swarner age 50, Robert Swarner (husband) age 53, Miles age 17, Arthur age 14 Robert and Maggie met in Santa Cruz in their early twenties around 1996. They met at the Dominican hospital in Santa Cruz, where Maggie was a part time medical records clerk working...
Meet the Hamelburg Family…
David & Jennifer met in Maui. David is originally from Boston and Jennifer from Sonoma County. They lived on the island for over four years, before moving back to Sonoma County and getting married on the family ranch during the summer of 2003. David graduated with...
Meet the Grambow Family…
Tim and Trisha met one night out on the town after both ending long term relationships. They danced the night away and pretty much never stopped talking. They dated for many years before getting married in May of 2009. They had a big southern wedding with almost 500...
Meet the Windsor Middle School Volleyball Team…
It is with great joy that we share the accomplishments and spirit of the Windsor Middle School volleyball team this season. The team has had an outstanding season with a current winning streak of 9-1, showcasing the remarkable dedication and talent of the players....
Meet Fitness Trainer Laurie…
Laurie is the middle sister of four other strong women. She always wanted to stand out, be strong and become her own person. In middle school Laurie started boxing, which became her first step into falling in love with fitness. During her first real heartache, she...
Embracing the Heart of Windsor…
Karen is a great-grandmother and the mother of three children, including two of her own and one stepdaughter. Despite not taking on the role of "Mom," she saw herself as Mom 2 after her stepdaughter's mother passed away. Her children are scattered across Northern...
Sonia, Junito, Jojo, & Jazzy…
Sonia Valdivia & Junito Robles met in 2012 at a restaurant called Casa del Mar while she was on vacation with my sisters. A few days later I went back home to Phoenix, AZ. He Kept in touch he moved down, the rest is history. They are the true 5-year engagement...
Meet Teresa Worley – A Story of Resilience and Determination…
In this poignant story of resilience and determination, meet Teresa Worley, otherwise known as T. This woman has lived many lives in her 60+ years. She was born to a family who didn’t care for her and at 17 she was emancipated and became a ward of the state. This was...
Meet Shawn Nichols & Susan Wahl…
Shawn Nichols Shawn Nichols has 17 years of active and Reserve military time. He received a Bronze Star and Purple Heart while serving in Ramadi, Al Anbar Province, Iraq. He was wounded in action on August 28, 2005. From 2006-2020 he served as a contracted Department...
Meet the Friedman Family…
Our core Friedman family is made up of Aaron, Sarah, our daughter Alexia and our wise pup Marley. Aaron and Sarah met when they were young, at a quaint coffee shop called “Cool Beans” in Upstate New York. It was love at first white mocha, when Sarah was a barista and...
The Kenny’s – Bring the Joy!
Michael Kenny & Waverly Newton-Kenny met when they were both living in San Francisco. They have been together since 2017. They love each other so much, they got married TWICE. After having to cancel their original large wedding in Waverly’s hometown of Arizona,...
Expert Contributor – Morpheus Med Spa
We know that many couples will finally be able to have the wedding of their dreams in 2023 after the last few years of patiently waiting, and now, the big day is almost here. Whether you are the bride, the groom, an excited family member, or a committed wedding party...
Community Corner – Chamber Connections
by Beth Henry & Melissa Leonard Last December, my fiancé proposed to me on the Town Green in Windsor, in the middle of the Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Grove, with a stunning engagement ring designed by Mark Shimizu of Mark Shimizu Design right here in Windsor. My...
Charity Spotlight – WSA Pantry
Every week, WSA Pantry provides free, fresh, nutritious food to our neighbors in need. WSA has served this Community for 31 Years. Over 50 volunteers glean the Farm, Ranches, Grocery Stores and Restaurants of Sonoma County collecting 30,000 lbs of food each week to...
The Crowder Family – Giving Back
“First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage.” Most of us know this fun rhyme from our childhood. For the Crowders, you need to put that song in reverse. Tory and Jesse Crowder met in middle school. Many years later, they...
Year End Tips – by Jenny DeBello of Jenny Does the Books
As we approach the end of the year, most of us are enjoying the excitement of the holiday season and the anticipation of a new year ahead. I always look forward to this time to reflect on my accomplishments and missteps in life and in business. It’s an opportunity to...
Charity Spotlight – Operation Christmas Tree
Operation Christmas Tree’s mission is to contribute abundantly to the collective holiday and community spirit in Sonoma County – a spirit that is contagious and truly exemplifies the real meaning of Christmas. NOBODY should go without a Christmas tree Operation...
Pets Corner
We love to see everyone's pets. Please submit a picture below of your favorite furry family member and we'll post it here on our site! Research shows that pet owners benefited from companionship and “unconditional love” from pets. Pets were especially helpful for...
Heather Cullen – Music & Performing Arts
Heather Cullen attended Brigham Young University and Dominican for her Graduate degree. Her first Chemistry job was while she was a student at BYU working for the DOE to develop multilayer x-ray windows and doing cancer research with Dr. James Thorne. Heather met her...
Business Spotlight – Take a Hike! Sonoma County Regional Parks
Mission Regional Parks preserve irreplaceable natural and cultural resources and offer opportunities for recreation and education that enhance the quality of life and well-being of Sonoma County's residents and visitors. Vision Sonoma County's parks and trails are...
5 Year Anniversary Issue – Meet Your Publisher… Lauren Hull
Lauren Hull and her 3 sons, Mason, Tristan and Jaxon moved to Windsor in 2017, the same month that the first issue of The WIndsor Connection magazine went into circulation and the same month the 2017 fires hit. “I was so scared” said Lauren-”scared that my new...
Charity Spotlight – TLC Child and Family Services
TLC was founded in 1975 with the mission to provide essential support to underserved youth in the foster care system. As the needs of the community have grown and shifted, TLC has expanded our programs and resources to meet the real-time demands of foster care,...
The Ferrer Family – Healthy Minds and Healthy Bodies in Windsor
A person is at their best when they have both a strong mind and a strong body. That combination will ensure that they can tackle many everyday issues without fear. Construction projects, math challenges, or even a daily word puzzle in the newspaper or online will be...
Business Spotlight – Windsor Fitness Club
The importance of regular exercise can never be understated. Whether getting fit, staying fit, or even recovering from an injury, exercise is crucial. But it can be intimidating to enter a lifestyle of fitness alone. Fortunately, that is where fitness clubs come into...
The Sperbeck Family – From Windsor Kids to Windsor Parents
In every romantic relationship, it is important for partners to get to know each other before making the decision to get married. Sometimes this period of getting to know someone lasts only a few months, while other times it can take several years. In the case of some...
Charity Spotlight – Windsor Historical Society
One of the most crucial aspects of any society is remembering the past. The history of a town or city shapes the way that same town or city is in modern times. The very culture and politics of a community are the result of the hard work of many generations and the...
Community Event – Love Is Love Is Love
June 25, 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT We love Windsor because love wins here About the Festival Held on the Town Green on Saturday, June 25, join us for a day of music, food, games and colorful surprises. This family-friendly event will be FREE and OPEN TO ALL. Live...
Carlo Piscitello – Bringing Smiles to Windsor Kids
Sometimes, making a big impact on a community can be as simple as making children smile on their way to school. Whether because of a rough day of classes, something happening at home, or any number of other things, students can have times where even the briefest...
Charity Spotlight – Hearts for Veterans
Though there is often talk of honoring veterans for their service, many veterans are still in need of aid throughout the country. The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can alleviate some of the needs veterans have, but the support of others is required...
Community Event – Windsor Middle School’s Career Technical Education (CTE) Intro to Performing Arts Class is Producing Mary Poppins!
Four new Banks are coming to Windsor on May 23rd. The troubled and loveable Banks family and their amazing nanny, Mary Poppins. The Windsor Middle School's Career Technical Education (CTE) Intro to Performing Arts class is producing Mary Poppins on Monday May 23 at...
The Arias Family – Working To Keep Kids Safe
One of the most important roles a parent has is keeping their children safe. This responsibility is one that takes place throughout childhood, but is also at its most important early on in life. Children are at their most vulnerable as babies, before they can even...
Experts – Mandy Correia on Real Estate
Over the last two years, the real estate market has seen several major fluctuations. The market nearly stood still during pandemic lock downs followed by an explosion of overwhelming home buyer demand in 2021. Can the momentum and pressure continue in the face of the...
Charity Spotlight – The Santa Rosa Symphony Institute
Music is one of life’s greatest joys. Performances can inspire, move to action, and touch hearts; the sounds of the instruments transcending any language barrier as they blend into beautiful melodies. Behind every single one of these instruments is a person who has...
The Adams Family – At Home in Downtown Windsor
Being a part of a community can often mean living and working in the heart of that community. In Windsor, the area that many think of when it comes to the heart of the community is the Town Green, along with the Downtown area around that landmark. This area has become...
Charity Spotlight – Boomerang Plus
While it is important to teach students about skills such as business, it is all the more important for those students to also have practical experience in those areas. One way this can be accomplished is by giving students a direct connection to local businesses and...
Community Event – The Community Shops (Located Inside Raley’s)
Local nonprofit Boomerang Plus is proud to partner with the Raley’s store on Lakewood Drive, Windsor High School, and more, in order to bring to the community a brand new shopping experience, The Community Shops. Located inside Raley’s on 8852 Lakewood Drive, The...
The Montoya Family – Shining Jewels of the Community
Jewelry is one of the most popular ways for a person to express themselves. Rings, earrings, cufflinks, and more can provide a person with a distinct, impressive look. They can also hold great symbolic or sentimental importance, such as a wedding band, a brooch passed...
Charity Spotlight – Healthcare Foundation Northern Sonoma County
No one should be denied the ability to receive the healthcare they need. Despite this, there are many communities in Sonoma County that are underserved in the area of healthcare, lacking the resources necessary to ensure that their residents are able to receive the...