Best Bets around Guerneville Jan. 28 to Feb. 3

6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, January 29
The talented, polished and engaging Maple Profant sings while tickling the

ivories while performing “Piano Noir” and she’ll leave you feeling you’re playing a role in “Casablanca” while dining and drinking in  a continental cabaret. Kid-friendly, no cover charge, extensive menu. Tell ‘em “Sam” sent you!
Where: Main Street Station, 16280 Main Street, Guerneville  869-0501.

8 p.m. until ??? Thursday, January 31
The ubiquitous and indefatigable THUGZ will be rockin’ out at Jerry Knight’s River Theater with tunes inspired by The Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Traffic and others. A bigger dance floor offers more room in which to burn a few calories. $5 gets you in.
Where: The River Theater, 16135 Main Street, Guerneville   869-8022

6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday, February 1
Mark and Elizabeth are back in town and Raymond’s Bakery is reopening. Out of

the Blue is taking the stage and plays a mix of jazz and swing music with an old time feel. There’s no cover charge.  Pizza, fine pastries a broad selection of brews all surrounded by towering fir and redwood trees.
Where: Raymond’s Bakery, 5400 Cazadero Hwy, Cazadero   632-5335

6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, February 2
Celebrate Groundhog Day with the tireless Conrad Diehl and his Real Diehl Band. Immerse yourself in their two-hour sets, their magnificent musicianship and Diehl’s uncanny ability to channel Elvis A. Presley and Rufus Thomas. They’ll be warming up the pavilion at the Rio Nido Roadhouse where you may drink, dance and dine but probably not all at the same time. $5 for a memorable experience.
Where: Rio Nido Roadhouse, 14540 Canyon Two Road, Rio Nido  869-0821

Noon to 7 p.m., Sunday February 3
Enjoy watching the S.F. 49ers pluck the Baltimore Ravens on Super Bowl Sunday at a variety of delightful venues, all of which are offering treats and/or special deals. Game time is 3:30 p.m. but the partying starts much earlier.
Where:
Rio Nido Roadhouse, 14540 Canyon Two Road, Rio Nido  869-0821
3 P’s Comfort Food Station at George’s Hideaway 18100 Hwy 116 between Guerneville and Monte Rio  869-3634

R3 Hotel, 16390 Fourth Street, Guerneville  869-8399
Mc T’s Bullpen, 16246 First Street, Guerneville  869-3377