Text overlay on black background reads 'A La Bonne Franquette' in large, bold letters, Sonoma County creative gatherings and quarterly publication

Our passion project. Casual gatherings in the creative and entrepreneurial fields and a quarterly publication.

Group of women sitting around a table in a yarn and craft store, having a meeting or casual gathering with snacks, drinks, and flowers on the table at Cast Away Yarn Shop in Santa Rosa, CA
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The goals of these get-togethers are to connect people and collaborate on ideas for elevating our community’s cultural thread. To us, ‘cultural thread’ is the heartbeat of where we live, the cross-section of history, traditions, lifestyle, the beauty of our natural surroundings, creative expression, aesthetics of our physical environment, and social connection.

We believe that design can transform not just spaces, but also the relationships we have with each other and our environment. We aim to enrich our community through these gatherings by creating a space for communication, collaboration, and creativity that celebrates what our area already offers and champions creative ideas on enhancing. We are here to connect, support, influence, and create a vibe for Sonoma County.

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A group of seven adults reading magazines in a waiting area with leather sofa, chairs, and a glass wall at Santa Rosa City Hall during our A la bonne franquette creative gathering
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A woman in a mustard yellow sweater standing in front of a board with notes and principles, holding a small metal container, with a box of cookies on a table. Workshop at Saint November Clothing for our creative gatherings.
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A Quarterly Publication

BY APRÈS-MIDI AGENCY

Our first issue of À la bonne franquette landed in March 2025 and has been distributed around Santa Rosa and Sonoma County, CA. Grab a copy if you see one! The next issue will be out in June.

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