This Week's Things to Do: April 11

GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR

Take part in a putting contest or driving range practice when registration for The Faces of Change Golf Tournament opens this morning at 11 a.m. at the . The tournament begins at 1 p.m.; festivities continue with a champagne reception at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and a raffle at the Club. The entire day’s events cost $175 per person; dinner only, $50. Proceeds to go to El Verano School. To learn more call Maite Iturri at 935-6050.

WHISTLEBLOWER TO SPEAK AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER

Adviser to the World Bank, the U.S. Treasury Department, and author (Confessions of an Economic Hit Man) John Perkins discusses his blueprint for new economics on a global scale. Perkins will speak and sign books at 8 p.m., tonight, April 11 at the The event, sponsored by the , costs $15 to attend.

FEAST FROM AN URBAN GARDEN

Learn how to “eat local” when Sunset editor and author, discusses Tuesday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. at . True will show how, even with a small garden plot, it’s possible to grow almost everything for a local feast. 

PETANQUE CLUB OFFERS FREE LESSONS

If you want to get some exercise while having fun, learn to play petanque. The Valley of the Moon Petanque Club is offering free lessons Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m., whenever the weather permits. The Club meets at the Henri Maysonnave Courts in Depot Park. For more details visit www.vompc.org or call 343-9465.

 SONOMA BOCCE BALL LEAGUE STARTS WEDNESDAY

On Wednesday, April 13, the begins league play. Membership is $20 per person per year and is open to all. The Association holds three nine-week sessions during the season. Open play is available Friday and Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. at the Depot Park Courts for those wanting to learn the game. Want more information? Call John at 938-2101 or Ken at 938-2626.