If you’re looking for a new spot to chill and hangout with friends, Crooked Goat Brewing may be the place for you. They are located in Sebastopol, adjacent to the shopping mall called The Barlow. At Crooked Goat Brewing you can listen to some live music, enjoy some tasty foods and have drinks with family or friends if you’re over 21. 

On Saturday, April 9, this local brewery welcomed singer, songwriter Schlee. She has been pursuing music since highschool and has been extremely happy to be able to perform in front of a live audience again, since the pandemic. The stage was located in the outdoor dining section where customers were able to sit and watch from large wooden picnic tables. 

In an interview with the Sonoma State STAR, Schlee described her experience performing at Crooked Goat Brewing, “I loved performing at Crooked Goat this weekend! It’s always fun playing there – great hospitality and always a cool crowd. It’s a two hour gig instead of a normal show slot so I get to throw in a bunch of cool covers. It’s just a generally good time.”

If you are interested in checking out some live music, the brewery has singers perform every Saturday and Sunday from 3-5 p.m. 

The Barlow, which is located next to Crooked Goat, had its monthly event on Saturday, April 9, as well. There were 150+ small businesses selling products from clothes to jewelry to household items. 

Alyssa Samuli, a third year Hutchins liberal studies student at SSU told the STAR how she felt about her day in Sebastopol, “I had so much fun at the brewery, the live music was wonderful, and everyone was having a great time. It was also fun to go to the marketplace and check out all of the cool jewelry and art.”

Crooked Goat Brewing consistently puts on events that are free for anyone to join. They have hosted game nights as well as open mic nights and even dance parties. This brewery doesn’t have any kitchens, but customers are still able to order food. The restaurants adjacent to the brewery supply food to the patrons of Crooked Goat. 

The venue was rather full on Saturday evening during the live music; patrons were both inside and outside, chatting with friends or just enjoying Schlee’s set.

Sebastopol is home to Crooked Goat Brewing’s first location, and later this year there will be a second location opening up in Petaluma. The brewery has been at their current location since 2016 and even through the pandemic they were able to stay afloat. 

Upcoming events to look out for at Crooked Goat Brewing include the Shoes 4 Kidz trivia night fundraiser, where you will be able to test your knowledge, and proceeds will go to supplying a new pair of athletic shoes to a child in Sonoma County. There will also be an open mic night on April 21, which is open to anyone who is brave enough to take the stage. 

The lounge area at Crooked Goat Brewing is available to rent for those looking to host a private party. They offer food and drink services as well.