Your Weekend

The Bodeans will rock the Mystic Theatre on Aug. 24. Zoom Photo

THURSDAY

FINDING THE TRUTH IN YOUR FICTION

Author Daniel Coshnear leads a forum on fiction writing from 7 to 9 p.m. Aug. 21 at the Petaluma Community Center, 320 N. McDowell Blvd. The focus of the forum will be “unlearning: a process of finding the truth in your fiction.” Coshnear is a teacher of fiction writing and author of “Jobs & Other Preoccupations.” Admisssion is $15. To register, contact Marlene Cullen at www.thewritespot.us or e-mail mcullen@comcast.net.

AUTHOR EVENT AT COPPERFIELD’S

Jane Anne Morris, author of “Graveling Down the Rubble: How Free Trade has Stolen Our Democracy,” will discuss her new book at 7 p.m. Aug. 21 at Copperfield’s Books, 140 Kentucky St. The book examines the power struggle between mega-corporations and the ultra-rich versus the citizens whose lives are most impacted by free-trade agreements. Admission is free. Call 762-0563 for details.

FRIDAY

THE PETER WELKER SEXTET

The Peter Welker Sextet performs from 6 to 8 p.m. every Friday evening along the Petaluma River on Water Street, between Central Market and Water Street Bistro.

150 YEARS OF ETHNIC DIVERSITY

In celebration of Petaluma’s 150th birthday, the Petaluma Museum hosts the year-long exhibit “150 Years of Ethnic Diversity,” paying tribute to the people of Petaluma. Viewing hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and from noon to 3 p.m. on Sundays. The museum is located at 20 Fourth St. Call 778-9348 for information.

SATURDAY

DAR WILLIAMS

Singer and storyteller Dar Williams celebrates the release of her first album in more than three years with a concert beginning at 8 p.m. Aug. 23 at the Mystic Theatre, 23 Petaluma Blvd. North. Opening the show is Alexis Harte. Tickets are $25. Call 765-2121 for information.

THE ART OF ALEXANDER SACHAL

The works of modern day master painter Alexander P. Sachal are featured in a new exhibit on display through Oct. 19 at Pelican Art Gallery, 143 Petaluma Blvd. North. An artist’s reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 23. For information, call 773-3393.

MARK BENANTI AT AQUS CAFÉ

Guitarist Mark Benanti shares his wide range of musical styles from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Aug. 23 at Aqus Café Foundry Wharf, corner of Second and H streets. Benanti is pursuing a master’s degree in performance at Converse College’s Petrie School of Music in South Carolina. He also teaches music appreciation at the University of South Carolina. The concert is part of the Saturday Morning Music Series. Admission is free. Call 778-6060 for information.

SUNDAY

THE BODEANS

On tour promoting their new album, “Still,” the Bodeans perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 24 at the Mystic Theatre, 23 Petaluma Blvd. North. Tickets are $25. Call 765-2121.

ART GLASS

Aurora Colors Glass Art Center offers classes in beginning stained glass Tuesday and Thursdays at the center, 145 Kentucky St. For details, call 762-0131.