Mar 18 Monday
Mondays 6:00pm-9:00pm
707-964-9132362 N. Franklin St, Fort Bragg CA 95437
Mendocino Coast Jazz Society Jam Sessions Monday evenings, at the “Tall Guy Brewery” in Fort Bragg. The new brewery / brew pub is located on Franklin Street, across from City Hall in the old Sears Bld.
The proceedings begin at 5:00, with a dance lesson with Al, Mary, Sunshine and Glenn, for those so inclined.At 6:00 we start the live music, and play till 9:00. The brew pub has beer, wine and bar bites. All ages are welcome, and admission will be free.
The Jazz Society will make sure we have a swingin’ rhythm section, and we will be collecting donations to defray the cost.
Hope to see you there!
The non profit organization, Mendocino Coast Jazz Society, hosts a "Jazz Jam" every Monday evening, from 6 to 9pm, at Tall Guy Brewing, 362 N Franklin St in Fort Bragg. Admission is free, and there is a Swing Dance lesson at 5pm
"Bring your ax, your voice, your dancin' shoes, or just your ears!"
The non profit organization, Mendocino Coast Jazz Society, hosts a “Jazz Jam” every Monday evening, from 6 to 9pm, at Tall Guy Brewing Admission is free, and there is a Swing Dance lesson at 5pm
Register in advance for this meeting:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkce6prD0qG9UacPdFe29UJsaeUDhAaEJtAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
An overview of the Willits Bypass Mitigation Project Including Bird Diversity by Marisela de Santa AnnaMarisela works as a staff biologist and project interpreter for the Mendocino County Resource Conservation District (MCRCD). Her focus is primarily on the Willits Bypass Mitigation Project, observing and recording data for all wildlife present on mitigation lands (nearly 2000 acres). She is tracking how our diverse community of migratory and resident birds and animals interact with habitats, infrastructure, and grazing activities throughout the seasons. Marisela assists in wildlife monitoring during construction activities, facilitates outreach to the community, and is a conduit for bringing interested individuals and groups onto mitigation lands for tours and workshops.
Marisela has lived in Willits for 43 years and spent 20 of those years working as a teacher in the Willits Unified School District. She holds a degree in both biology and botany and is an active member of the Audubon Society and California Native Plant Society; she has been involved with teaching environmental education and has led bird and wildflower hikes to thousands of adults and kids over the years.
Mar 19 Tuesday
This year we celebrate the 31st anniversary of our summer festival, Art in the Gardens. We are calling all designers to help us create a fun t-shirt for all our visitors to rock this year! Design should celebrate elements from our annual summer festival, Art in the Gardens such as art, music, wine, beer, food, and entertainment. Get a feel for the event with these highlights from years past - CLICK HERE. Winning designs will also incorporate the things that make the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens so unique – plants, animals, structures, and flowers... especially our show-stopping dahlias.
Give us your best creative depiction combining the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and Art in the Gardens. The winner of this contest will have their design featured on the 2024 Art in the Gardens shirts, and other printed items. Recognition will be given in the event program, on our website, and on social media pages. The winner will also receive the apparel featuring their design, two tickets to Art in the Gardens, and a Household Membership to the Gardens!
Willits Center for the Arts brings Richard Weiss 3-D paintings and Susie Racecar’s amazing art. The show opens Saturday, March 2nd, between 6 and 9 pm.
Susie Racecar, a Vallejo, CA native, spent her formative years in the picturesque enclave of Fairfield, nestled atop a hill with sweeping views of Green Valley. Today, she resides in an even more secluded locale, nestled within the forested outskirts of Laytonville. Despite her bucolic surroundings, Racecar's passion for painting is evident, though she laments that the demands of farm chores often limit her artistic pursuits. Indeed, securing a steady supply of canvas presents a significant challenge for her. Beyond her dedication to painting, Racecar is a founding member of The Pagan Racecars, a musical ensemble currently immersed in the recording studio, diligently crafting their next release. Despite her artistic and musical commitments, Racecar still finds time each week to indulge in the time-honored tradition of baking a pie.
Richard Weiss, a French native and California painter, has established his home on the captivating Mendocino coast, where he has honed his craft in creating mesmerizing 3D optical illusion paintings. Infused with vibrant hues and intricate details, his whimsical Pop Art style exudes a sense of joy while subtly poking fun at societal quirks and addressing pressing social and cultural concerns. Weiss cleverly juxtaposes icons, symbols, and elements of popular culture in unexpected settings, inviting viewers to partake in a playful exploration of his compositions. With a desire to surprise and engage his audience, Weiss cultivates an experience that transcends age barriers, delighting both adults and children alike with his imaginative creations.
The March show will open March 2nd at 6:30 and run through March 31st. 71 E. Commercial St. Willits, 95490For more information call 707-459-1726www.willitscenterforthearts.org or contact Gary Martin, curator at gtm1950@gmail.com
Partners GalleryOldies and GoodiesMarch 7 – April 8Second Saturday Meet the Artists March 9, 5-7pm
In March Partners is showing a collection of past creations from the archives.They may reflect works in different media or subject matter. Earlier works often offer different perspectives by the artist and this is a chance to enjoy a few of them.There are pieces in a variety of media including drawing, painting, etchings, mixed media and sculpture.
Gallery hours are Thursday through Monday 11-5pm
The Digital Sea is a Mixed Media piece by scientist and visual artist Robert Spies, sharing his concern for and creating aware -ness of our Oceans’ conditions. He will be at the gallery Second Saturday, 4-7 to discuss this piece, featured during Marine month of March. Info@artcoopmendocino.com
About the class: In this 15-week course we’ll use readings, craft lectures, and in-class writing exercises to build our writer’s toolbox. We'll also discuss our work in an encouraging and supportive environment. Topics we’ll cover in detail over the semester: ~ How to Establish a Writing Practice~The Elements of a Good Story –This section comprises the bulk of the class lectures, as we’ll go into detail about the elements of narrative, i.e. plot, character, setting, voice, subtext, etc. ~How to Refine & Revise ~How to Get PublishedAlthough this is a non-credit class, the class work will be substantial and designed for aspiring writers of all levels who want to hone their chops. Adults of all ages are welcome.
About the teacher Melinda Misuraca:I’m a writer, editor and teacher who has published poetry, fiction, reportage, memoir, travel writing, reviews, profiles, science-based articles, and longform essays. I also like to cook, make my own clothes, grow plants, collect old photographs, travel and read books (remember those?) I’ve spent the past several years living half-time in Portugal, and currently live in Healdsburg in a leafy little hideout of sorts.
To register:The course number is ENG 503-0783. If you are familiar with the Mendocino College registration system, you can register for the class at www.mendocino.edu. New students, and those who haven’t taken a class at Mendocino College in the past two years, will need to apply to the college before signing up for any class. Email adultschool@avpanthers.org for instructions on how to apply. For more info: Call the AV Adult School at 895-2953Email us at adultschool@avpanthers.org
The Fort Bragg Certified Farmers Market is open every Wednesday year round. We are outdoors on the 400 block of North Franklin. In very wet weather we will be inside the Old Rec Center Gym- right behind city hall, entrance is on Laurel. Our hours are 2:30-4:30. Every vendor grows or produces the products they offer locally. You will find Produce, Microgreens, Beef, Lamb, Pork, Eggs, Chicken, Fermented Food, Olive Oil, infused Basalmic Vinegar, Chocolates, Bakeries- regular and gluten free- with bread, croissants, foccaccia, pizza dough, cookies, and more. Hot fresh Tamales and Soup, body products and more. Your EBT dollar is doubled up to $30. per week. Please bring shopping bags. No dogs or smoking within the market. Eat Local, save your world!