June 7, 2013
Spirit of America Concert
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4th of July Weekend Event Alert! Join us for a special concert held on the coast Friday July 5 at 7 pm at the Fort Bragg 1st Presbyterian Church, 367 S Sanderson Way. "Spirit of America" is a Patriotic and Americana music featuring: Acafellas, In the Mix, Dan Fowler, the Mendocino Coast Brass Ensemble and Four in a Chord. Tickets are $20 each ($30 for Couples; 1/2 Price for Veterans). Available at the Food Bank, Harvest Market and At-the-Door. This is a benefit for the Fort Bragg Food Bank with a portion of the proceeds going to the VFW.
May 30, 2013
Summer Kick-Off!
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Kick off Summer Monday June 17th with a free day at C.V. Starr!!!
Monday June 10th will be Sign-ups for Summer Session One. This Session
will begin on June 17th and end on July 13th. Kids check out; Spanish Fun
for Kids, Fun with Yarn Lanyard cord and more, Origami, Skateboard Lessons,
and Catch the Beat (a dance class taught by our Zumba instructors) Adults
come be a Star at the Starr's Open Art Studio. Looking to expand your
safety knowledge? We are offering Red Cross Lifeguard Class, First Aid, CPR
for the Pro and Jr. Guard this Summer. Learn to be comfortable in the water
with Swim Lessons, there will be several sessions over summer for both
youth and adults.
May 23, 2013
Chocolate, Wine and Ale!
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A Tasty Way to Spend Your Memorial Day Weekend! A TASTE OF CHOCOLATE, WINE & ALE * Sunday, May 26 * 1 to 4 pm.
A benefit for Mendocino Music Festival and Mendocino Art Center on Heider
Field, Mendocino - look for the white tent. Local chocolate candies,
pastries, ice cream, wines, beers, coffee. Silent Auction. $25 Advance, $30
Day of Event. Click here for more info
May 15, 2013
Breakfast Club Raffle
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Win Breakfast-for-Two from a different restaurant for each month for an
entire year!
The Winner of the Raffle will receive 12 Breakfasts-for-Two generously
donated by 12 local restaurants:
Cafe 1, David's, Eggheads, Headlands Coffeehouse, Home Style Cafe, Laurel
Deli and Desserts, Little River Inn, MacCallum House, Mendocino Hotel
Garden Cafe, Queenie's Roadhouse Cafe, Sportsman's Dock Restaurant and
Wiley's Cafe.
Only 100 tickets will be sold. Tickets are $50 and are available at the
Food Bank at 910 North Franklin and at Harvest Market.
The Raffle is a benefit for the Fort Bragg Food Bank.
Click to View Flier
May 7, 2013
Concert, Dinner, Silent Auction
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Please join us for a concert, dinner and silent auction fundraiser for the
Redwood Coast Senior Center's Circle of Elders Social Day Program on June 2
at Caspar Community Center. Local musicians Gene Parsons, David Hayes,
Bill Bottrell, Steven Bates, Marcus McCallen, John Bush, Roger Fritz,
Christy Wells and Jan Kessner will perform beginning at 6:00 p.m. Doors
open at 5:00 p.m. for pizza, desserts, beer and wine.
Tickets for The Acoustic Jamboree are $20 and are available at Brown Paper
Tickets
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/378148 and at Tangents, Harvest
Market and Out of this World.
Some silent auction items will be available at Mendocino Lake
Credit Union for early bidding beginning May 7th.
April 29, 2013
My Garden
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April 11
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens proudly announces an exciting new event –My Garden. This fundraising event is expected to become one of the top three annual fundraisers within Mendocino County. My Garden will take place on Saturday, May 25, 2013, Memorial Day Weekend, in the beautiful MCBG Perennial Garden. More Info
April 21, 2013
Hairy Putter Srtikes Again!
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Hairy Putter is a favorite on the Mendocino Coast and considered by all to be our local mascot and ambassador. Watch Hairy in our favorite new video featuring himself and his friend, Alan Ahtow. Hairy LOVES his Freshpet treats. . . Watch Hairy's Video Here
April 13, 2013
Spring is Sprouting!
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You don't need a garden to grow safe, delicious and vibrnt sprouts! So say the folks at Living Light Marketplace at The Company Store in Fort Bragg. They have the jars, organic seeds and the knowledge. Shop 10am to 6pm daily, and Sunday 10-4pm. Or shop online at www.rawfoodchef.com!
April 7, 2013
Bay Area Lighthouses
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San Francisco's 7x7 Magazine has done a feature on Bay Area Lighthouses including our own local Pont Cabrillo Lighthouse: "Lighthouses may have been designed to guide sailors, but they do a pretty good job of getting the attention of drivers as well. Throw them in the mix with a day off, and you’ve got a good reason to hop in the car and go for a drive." Click Here for full article!
March 30, 2013
Rummage Sale!
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The giant 26th annual Elk Rummage Sale will take place on Satruday and Sunday April 6th and 7th from 10am - 4pm at the Greenwood Community Center in downtown Elk CA. Everything under the sun including antiques, collectibles, clothing, books, toys, tools, housewares, furniture and so much more. Baked goods and lunch items available too. When you're on the coast, take the most beautiful drive in the world up Highway One to Elk!
March 23, 2013
Walking tours at the Gardens
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Walking Tours: Take a tour with a Botanical Gardens staff member and see what's blooming. Walking tours are available on the first Monday of the month at 1:30 pm, from March 4th through November 4th, 2013. Rhododendron Walks: Saturdays at 1:00 pm - Join Rhododendron Gardeners Dennis McKiver or Jim Celeri for a rhododendron walk through our Fort Bragg rhododendrons, tender species and our big leaf rhododendrons that are unique to our climate. Free with Admission to the Gardens
March 16, 2013
Teen Wellness Fair
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On Wednesday March 27 Safe Passage will be holding a Teen Wellness Fair from 11:45am - 5:30pm at The Teen Lounge, 208 Dana St., Fort Bragg. The event is free and opent to the public in celebration of physical, mental and emotional health for teens. For more informaiton call 707 964-3077.
March 7, 2013
And the next one is . . .
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From NBC! Read this lovely little recap of some specials from the Beachcomber Motel and Spa! Spring is a great time to come up to Mendocino County for special deals!
CLick Here!
February 28, 2013
And the next one is . . .
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The Little River Whale Festival will be the next WHALE of a weekend on March 9 & 10. Be sure to book your room early at The Beachcomber Motel and Spa for a weekend of gourmet chef specialties, Vegas Night, Art Exhibits, and more! For information visit www.mendowhale.com
February 21, 2013
It's almost HERE!
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It's Whale Festival Season! Mendocino Whale Festival is coming on March 2 and 3 with Chowder Tasting ALL OVER the coast, Local Concerts, art showings and so much more. For information visit www.mendowhale.com
February 14, 2013
We Want Your Photos!
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Have a favorite picture, video or memory at the beachcomer motel and spa? Submit and be in one of our videos! :) Thanks to Paul House, Betty MacKenzie, Carol Flure Torrez Kakonyi, and Jeff Kukral for your GREAT photos! :) Click Here to See Submitted Photos!
February 7, 2013
Whale Festival is Coming . . .
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The Mendocino Whale Festival is March 2 & 3 this year. Explore the beautiful village of Mendocino where there are plenty of whales to view from the surrounding Mendocino Headlands State Park, while tasting chowder and wine, and discovering art exhibits, local shops and Inns.
January 31, 2013
Big Waves!
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Come on down to The Beachcomber for Big Wave Season! Watch the majestic crashing waves from our captain's deck or from the terrace of your room overlooking the ocean. Its a great photo-op and the best free show in town. See you here!
January 22, 2013
Beachcomber Video!
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Thanks to Mark Scheffer, Paul House, Jb Ramos, and Vanessa Dickson for your photo's! They are great!! Post your photo's of the Beachcomber Motel and Spa facebook page to be in a Beachcomber video! View it here!
January 13, 2013
Simply Crabulous!
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Join us on The Captain's Deck at THe Beachcomber Motel for "Crabulicious" Soup Supper on Sunday, January 20th from 1:00 P.M. - 3:00PM. We will be enjoying Crab Chowder, Cream of asparagus with crab soup and bread! $15/person and $20/couple. Hope to see you there before the 49ers game!
January 6, 2013
Mendocino County Crab, Wine & Beer Festival
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The highlight of the crab season is Mendocino County’s 10-day Crab, Wine & Beer Festival. Enjoy gourmet, crab-themed dinners, family-style crab and cioppino feeds, crab fishing adventures, a Wine Competition showcasing local wines that pair well with crab, and the ever popular Crab Cake Cook-off featuring Mendocino County chefs! Check out our Calendar of Events… you’ll find it’s no wonder the Crab & Wine festival was named one of the Top 10 Seafood and Wine Festivals in the country by Coastal Living magazine! For more info visit www.visitmendocino.com
December 30, 2012
Arts and Music
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November 27-December 30. The Mendocino Art Center gallery presents Partners Gallery Group Show, "Close to Home," the Mendocino Coast FurnitureMakers' 5th Annual Wooden Toy Show, John Hewitt's painting exhibit, "Coast to Coast," and a showing of the MAC art department coordinator's artwork. Reception: December 8, 5pm-8pm. Open daily, 10am-4pm. Free admission. Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake Street. 707-937-5818, ext. 14. http://www.MendocinoArtCenter.org
December 23, 2012
Happy Holidays from The Beachcomber Motel!
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We would like to take this oportunity to wish you and your loved ones a great holiday season full of family, friends, love and joy. From all of us at The Beachcomber Motel!
December 15, 2012
Crab, Wine, and a Beachcomber Package!
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Crab Wine Days is rated one of America's Top 10 Seafood & Wine Festivals by
Coastal Living Magazine you'll devour the all-you-can-eat crab feeds,
winemaker's dinners, wine competitions, crab cruises, cooking classes,
family-style cioppino feeds and crab cake cook off and lots of seafood.
At the Beachcomber Motel we have the Fab Crab Package! The package includes:
2 Tickets for Fort Bragg Rotary and The Mendocino Sports Foundation
Annual CRAB FEED
Two fabulous nights in a Spectacular King or Two Queen room
$50 Spa Credit for a couples massage
2 Tickets to the Botanical Gardens
PLUS - Champagne and Chocolates!!
All of the above for only $329.00 per couple!!
Call now for availability and reserve your space 707.964.2402
December 11, 2012
Hairy Putter at The Beachcomber Motel
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We recently had a canine celebrity stay with us. It was Visit Mendocino County's Director of Barketing! He was kind enough to share his experience and his 1st Doggie massage in his blog! Check it out here: www.hairysblog.com
December 6, 2012
Festival of Lights
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Join us at the 3rd Annual Festival of Lights where thousands of lights transform Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens into a magical Winter Wonderland. Bring the kids and join the festivities… and take care of all of your holiday shopping.
Dec. 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th & 16th.
Please join us! KIDS FREE 15 & under (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Tickets $5 Monday - Thursday. Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays $10
DRESS FOR WEATHER; COME FOR FUN! This is truly a community event. Our special thanks to the Friends of the Gardens, Gardens volunteers, and community members who help make this festival possible.
November 30, 2012
The Christmas Train!
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The Skunk Train is one of the Coast's most popular attractions, and The Christmas Train is coming! DEC 1-23, The Christmas Train offers a magical experience with Santa, elves, musicians, storytellers, cocoa, cookies and a gift from Santa for the kids Guests of all ages are encouraged to wear their pajamas on these 90 minute long train trips. For more info visit www.skunktrain.com
November 23, 2012
Local Inn Tours on The Coast!
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The Mendocino Inn Tours will take place DEC 13, 14, 15 & 16 covering
MENDOCINO, LITTLE RIVER, FORT BRAGG, ALBION & ELK - Get in the Holiday Spirit with the Mendocino Candlelight Inns tours. The inns graciously invite all to tour their lovely holiday decorated inns. For more info visit www.mendocino.com
November 16, 2012
Local Licks Live!
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The Coast presents LOCAL LICKS LIVE XIX:, Saturday November 17 at 7:30p, our nineteenth benefit for Music in Our Schools.The premiere concert of the season with some of Mendocino County's top musicians, all in acoustic performance. This year featuring - alphabetically - Blue Dudes (Nat Montoya, David Jonason, Doug Smith & Claudia Paige); Gwyneth & Monko, (Gwyneth Moreland & Michael Monko); Jamie & Hugh (Jamie Peters & Hugh Connolly); the Sourdough Loafers (Frannie Leopold, Chip Yerbic, Lee Rider & Peter Barg).
Cotton Audiitorium, corner of Harold & Fir, Fort Bragg. Doors open at 7PM, show at 7:30. Advance tickets $15 at Harvest Market in the Boatyard Center, Racines in Fort Bragg, Out Of This World in Mendocino and Dig Music in Ukiah. $20 at the door. To order online or for more information, go to http://www.kozt.com
November 9, 2012
Beer, Wine and Mushroom Festival
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Just a quick note to let you know this is the last weekend of the Beer, Wine and Mushroom Festival events in Mendocino County! Some of the events include winemaker dinners, mushroom walks and the Wild Fish Jazz Night. For event information click on this link:
Beer, Wine and Mushroom Festival events info.
November 3, 2012
Living Social Special!
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2 nights and 2 massages for $249 | Living Social Special!
Come enjoy life at The Beachcomber Motel "On the Beach" Make time for sunsets. Anything you dream up can happen, and it's easy to make your dream come true!
Click here to see our special on Living Social!
October 27, 2012
CV Starr Events
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The C.V. Starr Center Fall 2 Session is starting soon! Sign up for Swim Lessons, Petanque, Halloween Crafts, Card Creations, Age well drive smart classes, and Fitness Room Orientations. The C.V. Starr Center is also starting a Kids Corner Program where you can drop off your child while you use the facility. Sign-ups start Monday October 1st. Fall 2 Session begins October 8thand ends November 10th. For more info visit our website www.starrcenter.net
or call us at 964-9446.
October 19, 2012
Haunted Hall of Horrors
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The Fort Bragg Leo (youth) Club is hosting their annual HAUNTED HALL OF HORRORS for three nights, this year.Friday Oct 26, Saturday Oct 27 and Halloween Oct 31st from 7-10 PM. Adults $8.00, Minors $5.00. Kids 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. This is a very scary event and not recommended for young children. Halloween eve, it will be less scary (no guarantees!) for the first hour! For more info:
http://www.fortbragglionsclub.org/LEO-HAUNTED-HOUSE-.html
For advance tickets call: 964-0921
October 12, 2012
Lights, Cameras, Action!
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The F.L.I.C.S. (Film Liaisons In California Statewide) will be hosting the California On Location Awards event in Pasadena this year. The Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce will be representing our THE COAST at the event. More movies filmed on The Mendocino Coast - stay tuned!!
October 4, 2012
Always a great time at The Beachcomber Motel!
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Always a great time to come visit the Beachcomber Motel and Spa. Close to the ocean and close to shopping. The Beachcomber Motel on the beach!
Call us today at 1-800-400-SURF to Book your room now!
September 26, 2012
Mendocino Art Center Auction & Raffle
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August 31-September 29. The Mendocino Art Center’s gallery exhibits include the Mendocino Art Center’s Annual Art Auction and Mendocino Rotary Club Auction & Raffle. Bid online all month at www.biddingforgood.com/mendocino . Bidding culminates with a live auction, September 29, 3pm. Also showing: Artists Open Studio Tour Exhibit. Daily, 10am-5pm. 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino. 707-937-5818, ext. 14. www.MendocinoArtCenter.org.
September 18, 2012
Annual Harvest Feast
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On 10/11/12 – Thursday October 11th at 5:30pm, you are invited to join your friends at MendoBistro for Noyo Food Forest’s 1st Annual Harvest Feast. We welcome you to an evening of live music, truly amazing food prepared from exclusively local sources (that will both enlighten your awareness of our community’s food shed and delight your palate!) entertaining stories of Fort Bragg’s past, present and future Farm to School connections and a surprising silent auction. Your $75. donation also includes a complimentary glass of wine or a local beer. Please click on the Harvest Feast page at www.noyofoodforest.org to reserve your places for this stellar event!
September 9, 2012
California's Highway 128
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Travel Highway 128 on your way to stay at the Beachcomber Motel and Spa. By doing so you make your way through the Anderson Valley which is located in the rolling hills of southern Mendocino County, about two hours north of San Francisco. Only fifteen miles long, this beautiful valley is home to a unique group of vineyards and wineries producing a broad range of excellent wines. Whether you are an experienced wine aficionado, or are just discovering the pleasure of drinking good wine, the Anderson Valley deserves exploration. The crush is on! It is harvest time at all the wineries which is a great time for wine tasting! If you are taking Highway 101 N to get here then grab CA 128 at Cloverdale. After making your way through the valley 128 turns into Highway 1 which will lead you straight to Fort Bragg. Click here for a list of Anderson Valley Wineries!
August 30, 2012
The Cool Coast
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This may be a Hot Summer - but it's always cool on the Mendocino Coast!
The Mendocino Coast's temperatures average in the mid 60's - warmer in Mendocino's wine regions. Stay on The Coast and discover the magic of this beautiful slice of California. The Coast is best known for spectacular scenery, seaside victorian villages and distinctive wineries, although most people come to Mendocino to getaway and relax. The majority of our Mendocino Hotels offer special promotions, with an emphasis on pampering their guests! Most offer scrumptious breakfasts, some even in bed, others offer a rejuvenating massage in a luxurious Day Spa. Enjoy your stay in one of our romantic Mendocino Inns to unwind for a few days, you'll both be glad you did. Any weekend can be a long weekend - Just treat yourself to an extra day in Mendocino!
August 22, 2012
Labor Day Weekend
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Make your reservations soon at The Beachcomber Motel for Labor Day Weekend - full of activities and Fun on The Mendocino Coast. Click on the links below for some of our favorite events:
August 15, 2012
Winesong! September 7& 8
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Winesong is our annual charity event benefiting Mendocino Coast District Hospital.
Enjoyed by Wine lovers and foodies from regions far and wide! This event is held annually at The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, and features Celebrity Chef Bradley Ogden, who will prepare lunch for VIP ticket holders. As part of the Winesong auction, Ogden has also donated a chance for 10 lucky individuals to help him prepare and enjoy a fabulous meal. Bay Area celebrity Narsai David will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the auction.
To purchase tickets, or for more information, visit www.winesong.org or www.fortbragg.com
August 8, 2012
See you on the coast for Paul Bunyan Days!
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September 1-3: Labor Day weekend in Fort Bragg and means Paul Bunyan Days and a lumber-jack rowdy good time! Named for the bigger-than-life logger and his giant blue ox, the festival celebrates the history of the community and pays tribute to the strength of the people who live here. Paul Bunyan hosts the festival live and in person. When you see him say hello and ask him to pose for a picture. He’s everywhere – at the action-packed contests, community parades, reviews, shows and fairs. He also crowns the Belle of the Redwoods and makes certain Kangaroo Kort doesn’t get too rowdy. Paul Bunyan Days is family friendly, packed with free (or almost free) activities so everyone can come. The Paul Bunyan Days Association organizes it, community sponsors pay for it, and volunteers make it happen.
August 1, 2012
Family Fun with History and Sunshine!
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The Mendocino coast is steeped in fascinating and colorful history. So don't miss the History Walk at Rose Memorial Park at 2 pm, August 19. Hear the stories of some of the pioneers and early settlers of Fort Bragg. This event is a great, family friendly way to learn all about our heritage, and have fun in the sunshine!
July 25 2012
Mendocino In Motion!
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Enjoy a professional performing arts event while supporting your local community health clinic. Mendocino Coast Clinics presents “Mendocino In Motion” on Saturday, August 4 at 7:00 pm in Cotton Auditorium in Fort Bragg. Skilled entertainers perform circus acts, modern and contemporary dancing, belly dancing, salsa, hip hop and much more! Tickets may be purchased at Out of This World, Harvest Market in Fort Bragg, La Tre or Mendocino Coast Clinics. For information call 961-3460.
July 18 2012
Samba, Salsa and Cha Cha!
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Don't miss this exciting night of dance and dinner at The Hill House! It's Samba Jamba at The Hill House Saturday July 28. There will be Afro-Cuban dance, Salsa and Cha Cha! Dinner menu and full bar. Sliding scale $15 - $20 at the door.
Showtime is 7:30PM, doors open at 6:30PM.9371732. For more info visit www.mendocinostories.com
July 12 2012
Grand Re-opening of Aquatic Center
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The City of Fort Bragg and the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District (MCRPD) are planning a Grand Re-Opening Celebration at the C.V. Starr Community Center/Sigrid & Harry Spath Aquatic Facility on Saturday, July 28th from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Use of the facility will be FREE and fun activities and events are planned throughout the day.
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July 5, 2012
Reading and Rummage Sale!
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Don't miss the big Rummage Sale Friday & Saturday, July 13 & 14, 9-4 at Cheshire Bookshop, 345 N. Franklin St. All bookshop furnishings, fixtures & supplies must be sold. 10% of proceeds will benefit Friends of Fort Bragg Library and Mendocino Library.
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June 29, 2012
Via Magazine on The Coast!
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Yet another write-up on The Beautiful Mendocino Coast in Fort Bragg California! VIA's article covers the Fort Bragg Mill Site, Glass Beach, walking trails, local businesses "from the Company Bar to the Fort Bragg Cyclery.. . Wheel a lightweight hybrid out the door to pedal to Pudding Creek Trestle—a spindly span on the original log-hauling road, now a paved path to MacKerricher State Park that passes cliffs and sandy stretches" and much more! Click Here to read the full article.
June 21, 2012
Beachcomber's new Spa By The Sea
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We are proud and excited to announce to you the opening of the Beachcomber's new Spa By The Sea! You will be able to schedule a massage on your next trip to the Beach! If you book a massage before your arrival you will receive $25 off any massage treatment of 50 min or longer...btw...the stone massages are fabulous! www.spabytheseafortbragg.com/. Look for our new BeachNut Beachie Blasts to be in a new format with Constant Contact! They will be fantabulous and always sharing with you upcoming fun and events at the beach!!! Don't forget It's time for the World's Largest Salmon BBQ Saturday July 7th! Great food, fab fun and music!
Fireworks on Saturday the 7th! Catch a wave and then have a stone massage at your leisure.
June 14, 2012
World's Largest Salmon BBQ!
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Mark your calendars and make your reservations NOW for The World Largest Salmon BBQ to be held July 7 in Fort Bragg in Noyo Harbor. This Annual Extravabanza is held each year on the first Saturday in July. BBQ Tickets are $25 at the door or $20 at Harvest Market. Admission is free. Come and listen to the music and enjoy the afternoon in Noyo Harbor. BBQ Starts at 11am and goes to 6 pm. No dogs allowed in the dinning area. See You There!!
June 7, 2012
Always a great time at The Beachcomber Motel!
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Vacation time is here!!
It's always a great time in Fort Bragg California at the Beachcomber Motel on the beach!
Call us today at 1-800-400-SURF to Book your room now!
May 31, 2012
Taco Thursday!
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Don't miss Taco Thursday every week at The Mendocino Hotel! Fish, Beef or Chicken Tacos, House Made Salsa $3.50 Each or Two for $6.00 Two Tacos, Authentic House Made Beans, Avocado and Salsa $9.50. Yum!! For more info visit www.mendocinohotel.com or call 707-937-0511
May 24, 2012
MENDOCINO FILM FESTIVAL Take 7! Opening Night Party
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MENDOCINO FILM FESTIVAL Take 7! Opening Night Party & Screening on Friday, June 1. is This is an exclusive event for the Friends of the Festival. Want to become a "Friend?" Join now at www.mendocinofilmfestival.com/friendship.htm where you have the opportunity to play a key role in the success of this popular festival. For information about the selections at our 7th annual celebration of independent films by the sea visit www.mendocinofilmfestival.org. Event location: Crown Hall 45285 Ukiah St., Mendocino.
May 17, 2012
"Friends Across the Sea" Exhibit at the Mendocino Art Center
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There is always something exciting going on at The Mendocino Art Center. Currently, "Friends Across the Sea" Exhibit offers seven artists from the Miasa-Omachi area in Nagano Prefecture in Japan are exhibiting their artwork as part of the third bi-ennial Sister Cities Art Exchange Show. Visit The Mendocino Art Center at 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino.
May 12, 2012
Tracks to Kayaks
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Get a nice, scenic toot-toot on the Skink Train, which is one of the twistiest, redwoodiest trains in all the land, and that's a fact. At Northspur you'll turn to head back, and then the train'll drop you at the Noyo River, where you'll hit the water with Liquid Fusion Kayaking. There's nothing not to say about this except it sounds like a pure barrel of summer-flavor awesomeness. For more info visit www.nbcbayarea.com and www.skunktrain.com
May 5, 2012
Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival 2012
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Mark your calendars May 18 - 20 for the 15th annual Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival, May 18-20, 2012. Enjoy several full days of educational seminars about winegrowing and winemaking at the fairground’s Apple Hall. Tastings, dinners, seminars, open houses and much more. For more info visit
http://www.avwines.com
May 1, 2012
First Friday Reception at Partner's Gallery
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Partners Gallery announces their latest show! Visit them May 4 during their First Friday Reception for “Architectural Threads” Works by Carolyn Carleton and Doug Browe 5-8 pm; Through May 28; 335 N. Franklin St, Fort Bragg; Open 10-5 Thursday through Monday. See you there!!
April 24, 2012
40 Years at The Beachcomber Motel -
Thank you to all our wonderful guests!
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April 17, 2012
Celebrate Earth Day On April 21st
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Families and friends, please JOIN US to celebrate at the Noyo Food Forest’s Sixth Annual Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 21 from noon to 6 at the Learning Garden at Fort Bragg High School, located at 300 Dana Street. This is a FREE, all-ages event supporting the Organic garden and Farm to School program at Fort Bragg High School.
Discover how a community garden enriches all of our lives and take a little piece of Mother Earth home to your own garden and family from our much anticipated Spring Plant Sale. Enjoy live stage performances by Professor Niko Mumblemore, magician extraordinaire; Steven Bates, local guitar rocker; and DJ Ramos, who will be spinning lively tunes to accompany this family-friendly day. There will be face painting and other activities for children, a Community Art Mural Project with FLOCKworks; Culinary Showcase demonstrations and four (4) hands-on Sustainable Living Workshop stages: Gardening & Farming, featuring growing a compost garden; Food Preservation, featuring fermented beverages (kefir, kombucha & soda), kimchee, and Sauerkraut; Raising Farm Animals, featuring chicken tractors, and Survival Skills. Feed your soul with great local foods made available for purchase, such as savory Mendough’s Pizza, Pedal-powered Smoothies, an organic salad bar, barbecued local sausage, and sweet treats.
This is a smoke, drug and alcohol free event. Please, No dogs. Parking is limited, so please carpool, or, ride your bike and enjoy free valet bicycle parking!
This a not-to-be-missed event and a wonderful community tradition.
April 10, 2012
Mother's Day Cards benefit Cancer Resource Center
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