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 […]

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 […]

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  […]

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. […]

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

The Mendocino Coast Jazz Society Jam Sessions happen Monday evenings from 6 to 9ish at at Tall Guy Taproom. All ages welcome, admission is free.

Humboldt Humane’s Critters Without Litters is now serving Mendocino County residents. Have cats that need to be spayed or neutered? Critters Without Litters can help. Critters Without Litters, located in Fernbridge, has partnered with Mendocino County’s SNAP program to make spay and neuter services accessible for local residents. No cost for Mendocino County residents who […]

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 […]

All branches of the Mendocino County Library will be closed on Tuesday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Day, and will reopen on Wednesday, January 21, .

Dine Out for the Dogs and Cats on Tuesday, January 20 at Terra Marr, (formerly Albion River Inn) when a portion of your bill will go to the Mendocino Coast Humane Society.

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 […]

Ukiah Branch Library is hosting a Cold Weather Clothing Drive  through February. Donate your clean and lightly used coats, sweaters, scarves, hats, and belts to the Ukiah Branch Library. These items will be set out for individuals to find new-to-them clothing during this cold and wet winter season.  For more information call the Ukiah Branch […]

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

Special Olympics Basketball is Back. Join a team where everyone belongs.  They welcome youth and adults of all skill levels,  no experience is needed! The focus is on fundamentals, teamwork, and commitment.  Practices are every Tuesday & Thursday evening from 5:30–7: at the Old Fort Bragg Rec Center. there is NO cost for athletes. The […]

The Noyo Center Talks Science: Bewildered By Betty Blue’s Big Basihyal Bone  will be Tuesday, January 20, on ZOOM.  The hyoid is a throat bone usually associated with swallowing, breathing, and vocalizing.  Although this bone is very small in humans, it is enormous in whales — even in proportion to their huge body lengths.  To […]

The League of Women Voters of Mendocino County will hold its January meeting on Tuesday, 1/20, from 6 – 7:30pm. It will be held via Zoom; find the link on the League website under the calendar tab: https://my.lwv.org/california/mendocino-county. The program will address the availability of health care on the Mendocino Coast. Speakers are Lucresha Renteria […]

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 […]

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 […]

MendoParks is seeking Docents/volunteers for our gorgeous State Park visitor centers – providing historical information, selling gift shop items, and supporting local MendoParks and State Park events. MendoParks is a non-profit that supports educational and various projects at Mendocino’s State Parks – it receives no tax dollars. If you are interested,  email (mailto:director@mendoparks.org)

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 […]

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  […]

Enjoy breakfast or lunch on January 21 and help support the Noyo Center for Marine Science by dining out at Cafe One. The restaurant will donate 15% of sales to the Noyo Center to support our ongoing conservation, research, and education.  

Around 225 bird species have been observed at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens! Habitats in the 47 acres include cultivated gardens, native coastal pine forest, coastal bluffs, and the rocky intertidal zone. Many species can be recorded flying past overhead or are seen on the ocean. About 90 species are commonly found in the Gardens […]

Our Lady of Good Council Catholic Church is a mobile redemption site in Fort Bragg. The site will accept CRVs for cash redemption every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a brief closure from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. for lunch.

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

The Mendocino County Behavioral Health Advisory Board Meeting  regular monthly meeting is Wednesday, January 21,  from 1  to 3:30 PM. The meeting will be held at Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, Conference Room 1 in Ukiah. This meeting is behafor members of the public who are interested in supporting their local behavioral health services. Community […]

Fort Bragg Farmer’s Market every Wednesday rain or shine in front of City Hall on North Franklin.  They accept WIC coupons and EBT/Food Stamps.

The Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce is hosting a business sustainability seminar, Marketing 101,  on January 21. Topics will include Social media strategies, proven free marketing methods, client retention on more.  To reserve your spot email to chamber@mcn.org or call 707-961-6300

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 […]

Mendocino Dance Project is offering free weekly dance classes for people living with Parkinson’s Disease, their family members, and caregivers. Classes provide a space to connect, and offer healthy and fun ways to build strength, coordination, balance, and stability all while using creativity and imagery to inspire movement.The dance class meeting at  the Redwood Studio […]

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, […]

VIP Petcare will be at Highway 20 Feed offering access affordable, preventive care for your pet. You can find more information on VIP and their vaccines the VIP Petcare website

Caspar Walking Club Caspar Walking Club invites you to join your fellow Casparados, friends and neighbors in a Walking Moai with Blue Zones Project Mendocino County. They will enjoy state park trails and neighborhood strolls Thursday afternoons. For more information visit: mendocinocounty.bluezonesproject.com or contact casparvolunteer@gmail.com Ongoing unless cancelled due to weather.

Special Olympics Basketball is Back. Join a team where everyone belongs.  They welcome youth and adults of all skill levels,  no experience is needed! The focus is on fundamentals, teamwork, and commitment.  Practices are every Tuesday & Thursday evening from 5:30–7: at the Old Fort Bragg Rec Center. there is NO cost for athletes. The […]

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, […]

FRIDAY NIGHT VIP AND TRADITIONAL FEEDS ARE SOLD OUT More choices than ever! For the Mendocino Knights of Columbus 49th Annual Crab Feed, with Hugh ( from the Coast) as MC for the event where you can choose between the traditional evening feed, the VIP feed, or a wonderful luncheon or takeout.  All includes fresh […]

Join the Willits Library for Create It, Make It, Break It!  Fridays in January from 3:30 – 5:00 PM.  This month they will be building Prop Cars , rain gauges, kite and paper airplane. Each program is free and is best suited for youth between the ages of 9 and 14 years old.

Friday night in Fort Bragg is skate night at the Old Rec Center from 6 to 8.  Rent a pair of skates of bring your own skates

MendoParks is seeking Docents/volunteers for our gorgeous State Park visitor centers – providing historical information, selling gift shop items, and supporting local MendoParks and State Park events. MendoParks is a non-profit that supports educational and various projects at Mendocino’s State Parks – it receives no tax dollars. If you are interested,  email (mailto:director@mendoparks.org)

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 […]

The City of Ukiah is offering monthly First Aid & CPR Training at the Alex Rorabaugh Recreation Center.  To register at Ukiah Rec Desk. For questions about the class, email ALJCPR@SONOC.NET

Saturday January 24 will be a play date with “Dancing Grandpa” in a fun time for families and young children at the Redwood Grange.  The morning will include free play, creative movement, theater games, physical comedy, clowning around and simple fun and silliness.  Bring your kids and your “kid at heart”

The Little Lake Grange will be hosting and sponsoring the second Local Food Security Town Hall on Satuday January 24  Timely topics and small group conversation will be Food Distribution Supply Chains, Community Gardens, School Gardens,  Local Farmers & Market, Emergency Food Supply, Local Nutrition and Medicinals, Shelter.  Come to ask questions, generate solutions and […]

More choices than ever! For the Mendocino Knights of Columbus 49th Annual Crab Feed, with Hugh ( from the Coast) as MC for the event where you can choose between the traditional evening feed, the VIP feed, or a wonderful luncheon or takeout.  All includes fresh crab, garlic bread, salad. Friday & Saturday Dinners; Saturday […]

Our Climate Crisis work group of the Grass Roots Institute will be showing 3 short, upbeat films on Saturday, Jan. 24th at 1:30  and there will be plenty of time for discussion after each film. The films are FREE and will be shown upstairs at the Company Store, above the Cookie Company in Fort Bragg. Use […]

Tired of reality? Want to try a dip in the ocean, or a sword game all from the safety of the Ukiah Branch Library? Join them January 24 from 2 – 5 p.m. to explore a broad range of virtual environments using the library’s Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3 goggles.Event limited to ages […]

You don’t have to travel to the tropics to see organisms that glow at night! California has organisms that are bioluminescent and produce their own light to attract mates, get rid of predators, or to help them find a new place to live. There are also plenty of these at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens […]

Dining With The Stars Gala, the 11th Annual Benefit Dinner and Auction on Saturday, January 24 benefiting the Alex Rorabaugh Recreation Center and the Beckstoffer Gym  Dinner catered by Ellery Clark Catering• Wine  donated by Frey Vineyards• Silent & Live Auctions featuring vacation stays in Mexico, Tahoe, the Mendocino Coast, and Hawaii• Live music and […]

The 33rd annual Professional Pianists Concerts will be at the Mendocino College Center Theatre on Saturday, January 24 at 7 , and Sunday, January 25 at 2 Artists performing on Saturday evening, are: Spencer Brewer – Original Contemporary Classical & Blues Elena Casanova – Cuban Classical & Jazz Tammy L. Hall – Fusion of Jazz, […]

Forth Saturday month is English County Dance night at the Caspar Community Center for non-challenging, uplifting community dancing, with no partner required.  

Saturday Night Superstars concert for January 24 will be Paul Rogers recorded at the Troubadour in West Hollwood on January 31, 1994

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 […]

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 […]

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 Little Lake Grange Pancake Breakfast is the fourth Sunday, of the month, serving, what they call, “a plate of the best “scratch” pancakes & local farm scramble eggs to be found anywhere around.”  All you can eat pancakes, choose our Sourdough Wholegrain, Hank’s Famous Buttermilk Pancakes or Gluten-free, Beeler’s Quality Bacon, Organic Local Farm […]

The 4th Sunday of the month is the Caspar 4th Sunday Breakfast from 9 to 11am at the Caspar Community Center.  Each month has a different menu featuring organic, locally sourced food

Fungi inhabit every aspect of the world around us, from our bodies to the land around us. They make partnerships with organisms, parasitize others, and keep the forests from piling high with logs or other plant debris. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens will host a walk to  survey the Gardens’ grounds for fruiting bodies (mushrooms) and […]

The 33rd annual Professional Pianists Concerts will be at the Mendocino College Center Theatre on Saturday, January 24 at 7 , and Sunday, January 25 at 2 Artists performing on Saturday evening, are: Spencer Brewer – Original Contemporary Classical & Blues Elena Casanova – Cuban Classical & Jazz Tammy L. Hall – Fusion of Jazz, […]

Opus Chamber Music presents Bach on Marimbas Sunday January 25th.  Jack Van Geem, world renowned percussionist with San Francisco Symphony and Daniel Hallett will perform J.S. Bach’s Goldberg Variations on two marimbas.