Events

Paul Bunyan Days take over Fort Bragg August 30 to September 1

Mendocino Coast Humane Society’s inaugural “Hairball” will be clawsome. Dance the night away, show off your best ’80s outfits and hair, and help raise funds for the non-profit Mendocino Coast Humane Society. All proceeds from this event will benefit our continuing mission of providing essential care to Mendocino Coast animals, pets, and their owners. It […]

The Community Foundation of Mendocino County is now accepting applications for the Community Enrichment Grant Program.  The goal of the Community Enrichment Grant Program is to support projects and programs that have a broad reach and impact while proactively addressing key issues in each region of our county.  For a complete list of priority areas […]

As the City of Fort Bragg begins planning for the upcoming Fourth of July celebration, they are exploring options for the annual fireworks show. The City would love to hear from  community about what you’d like to see this year. Would you prefer we continue with fireworks, or would you like a drone light show […]

Anderson Valley Variety Show is an annual Anderson Valley theater event began in 1992 as a fundraiser for the Anderson Valley Grange #669 and has continued 34 years. Produced by members of the community for the enjoyment of all. Dancers, singers, storytellers, silly skits and animal acts, magic, acrobatic performances…if people (or creatures) do it…they’ll […]

The Heart & Hand Craft Fair will be at Fort Bragg’s Town Hall this Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm

Thad M. Van Bueren earned a B.A  and M.A. from San Francisco State University in the field of Anthropology. As a professional archaeologist he has worked to protect and mitigate impacts to prehistoric and historical resources in California for development projects that must comply with environmental laws.  Mr Van Bueren will give a talk titled, […]

The third Sunday of every month, parishioners of St. Michael & All Angels Church and members of the community prepare a free meal in the church kitchen for curbside pickup. This month it’s  Chili con carne, Cornbread, Salad and Fudge brownies. ALL FREE. Curbside pick up at 201 East Fir Street at Franklin.   Volunteer […]

Have the storms left tree parts all over your neighborhood? Get together with your neighbors for a Community Chipper Day. Chipper days allow neighborhood residents to create and maintain defensible space around their homes, and along roadsides necessary for ingress and egress into and out of the neighborhood.  For all the details and to sign […]

More than $200,000 in scholarship funds are available for graduating high school seniors, incoming and existing Mendocino College students from the Mendocino College Foundation.  With one universal application, students and potential students do not have to search for scholarships that they are eligible for; they only need to complete the one application consisting of four […]

California State Parks is proud to offer free vehicle day-use entry on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this Monday (Jan. 19, 2026) at more than 200 participating state parks. Free entry, valid for one passenger vehicle with capacity of nine people or less or one highway-licensed motorcycle, is available at the parks listed below. […]

Rising seas and changing weather are already impacting our coastline – including the roads we rely on every day. Sea level rise may cause more frequent and long-term flooding of low-lying roads, as well as increased coastal erosion from stronger storms, especially along areas already prone to flooding or erosion.  The Mendocino Council of Governments  […]

Redeem your CRV eligible Recyclables on Mondays at the Caspar Community Center. All items must have their original labels and be empty, clean, and dry. Closed from 12:00-12:30 for lunch. Info: candswaste.com

The Fort Bragg Food Bank is reaching out with a special request.  As the weather turns colder and wetter, our unhoused neighbors are in urgent need of tents, sleeping bags, rain gear, and warm clothing. New or gently used items can make a huge difference—and even save a life. Needed items include: Tents, Sleeping bags, […]

This year you could give a very special Valentine gift, if you win the Community Center of Mendocino’s Valentine Raffle.  Winner receives dinner for two and a one-night stay at the Little River Inn.  Buy tickets at Community Center of Mendocino weekday from 10:30 to 5 or email to amanda@gotogirlmedia.com