Weekly roundup for September 12, 2025

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following:

1. Free e-waste recycling event this weekend
2. Mental Health workshop: Suicide Prevention training September 18
3. Big Names, Big Ideas: Sonoma County Library’s Author Talks Series
4. Conservation Sonoma public workshop September 22
5. Latest career opportunities with County of Sonoma
6. Other Sonoma County news of note

Free e-waste recycling event this weekend

Bring unwanted TVs, computers, phones and more to the Rohnert Park Community Center at 5401 Synder Lane, Friday through Sunday, September 12-14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

No appointment is necessary for this free e-waste recycling event that helps keep toxic materials out of the landfill and gives gadgets a second life.

Learn more: https://zerowastesonoma.gov/calendar/event/993/2025/09/12

Mental Health workshop: Suicide Prevention training September 18

Join Sonoma County Office of Education for a Suicide Prevention Training on Thursday, September 18 at 5 p.m. to learn:

• How to recognize warning signs in youth
• Strategies to intervene and support them
• Resources to help families

This event is part of a Mental Health Workshops for Families series.

Register here: https://www.scoe.org/scoe-services/behavioral-health-services/mental-health-workshops

Sonoma County Library 'Author Talks' Series announced

Sonoma County Library is bringing bestselling authors and thought leaders to interested readers and listeners. From fantasy adventures and historical intrigue to powerful stories of resilience and identity, these free virtual talks offer a front-row seat to the conversations behind today’s most talked-about books.

Upcoming Author Talks:

• Jefferson Fisher – The Next Conversation | Wed., Sept 10, 11 a.m.
• Adrián Aldaba & Emily Key – Nuestra América | Thurs., Oct 2, 11 a.m.
• Leigh Bardugo – Six of Crows: The Dregs Edition | Thurs., Oct 9, 4 p.m.
• Malala Yousafzai – Finding My Way | Wed, Oct. 22, 4 p.m.
• Philippa Gregory – The Boleyn Traitor | Wed, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.
• Joseph Lee – Nothing More of This Land | Wed, Nov. 2, 11 a.m.
• Amanda Peters – The Berry Pickers | Thurs., Nov 13, 4 p.m.

All events are free with registration: https://sonomalibrary.org/elibrary/a-z/AuthorTalks

Conservation Sonoma public workshop September 22

Join a Conservation Sonoma Public Workshop on Monday, September 22, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (in-person and online) for an update on Sonoma County’s habitat conservation and natural community conservation plans. This interactive session will:

• Review community feedback on the draft Planning Agreement
• Share results from the countywide survey
• Answer questions about the Habitat Conservation Plan/Natural Community
• Conservation Plan process
• Collect ideas to help shape the plan

Public voices matter in building a future that protects Sonoma County’s habitats while supporting community priorities. Register today (virtual option available): bit.ly/46lK0k8

Learn more: https://permitsonoma.org/conservationsonoma

Latest career opportunities with County of Sonoma

The County of Sonoma has fantastic job opportunities this week. Recent listings include:

• Department Analyst, University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) — bit.ly/4ncvOQ5
• Integrated Waste Utility and Infrastructure Coordinator, Public Infrastructure — https://bit.ly/41Bqxtb
• Adult Protective Services Social Worker Supervisor, Human Services — https://bit.ly/46tlpZV
• Director or Permit Sonoma, Permit Sonoma — http://bit.ly/4mIkk7q
• Supervising Public Health Nurse – Disease Control, Health Services — https://bit.ly/45Sb21o (continuous)

Explore more opportunities on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sococareers

Or visit the job portal: https://bit.ly/3Js0XOg

Questions? Call (707) 565-2331.

Other Sonoma County news of note

Charles M. Schulz — Sonoma County Airport welcomes new Southwest Airlines service
https://sonomacounty.gov/charles-m-schulz---sonoma-county-airport-welcomes-new-southwest-airlines-service 

Sonoma County reports $857.6 million in agricultural production for 2024; highlights resilience of poultry producers, shifts in grape and apple markets
https://sonomacounty.gov/sonoma-county-reports-8576-million-in-agricultural-production-for-2024-highlights-resilience-of-poultry-producers-shifts-in-grape-and-apple-markets 

Sonoma County launches Open Doors campaign to connect residents to vital services
https://sonomacounty.gov/sonoma-county-launches-open-doors-campaign-to-connect-residents-to-vital-services