Community Calendar

Come to the monthly Redwood Valley Grange Flea Market. Indoor/outdoor. Tools, household items, vintage, a little bit of everything. Free seeds and puzzles. Snacks and drinks.
$15 for a table, $10 for grange members. Call 707-367-0693 to reserve your table

Art Explorers will present HERE WE ARE: Disability Pride in California, a group exhibition featuring artwork from progressive art studios across the state. Throughout the month, the studio will also host presentations and talks by artists and advocates to increase visibility and awareness within our community. The exhibition will culminate in a closing party on July 24th from 4 – 7pm, with a special guest speaker followed by a dance party at the Art Explorers studio. Here is a list of our programming:

Friday, July 3
First Friday Open Studio, 5 – 7pm
Featuring the Art Explorers Puppet Parade at 6pm.

Friday, July 17:
Disabilities Services panel, 2 – 3:30pm
Join us to hear about all the other nonprofits and disability services organizations in Mendocino County. We will have short presentations from Parents and Friends, MATCH, Circle of Horses, Compass, UVAH and the Redwood Coast Regional Center, and a Q & A session afterwards. This is a great way to learn about what is being offered in our county.

Friday, July 24:
“Conversations for a Kinder World: How Your Voice Can Inspire Change,” 4 – 5pm
A Zoom presentation by human rights advocate Nicole Adler, nicoleforlove.com
The closing reception and dance party for HERE WE ARE will follow from 5 – 7pm.

Registration is happening now for 5 exciting weeks of Art and Nature Camp on the beautiful MdMCS campus! Camps run June 29 through July 30, Monday through Thursday. Join us for an unforgettable summer of art and adventure led by MdMCS art teacher Robin Bott. Camp will also include nature walks and hikes to the beach! Ages 4–10 years old welcome. Space is limited so go to montessoridelmar.org to register now. 

FARMERS MARKET READING TIME
With the Ukiah Branch Library
Saturdays from 10-11 AM
Ukiah Farmers Market
399-359 S School St, Ukiah, CA 95482

Welcome to the 2026 Farmers Market Reading season! The Ukiah Branch Library invites families and folks of all ages to visit our reading station at the Ukiah Farmers Market every Saturday, May through October. This longstanding, volunteer-run program provides an hour of age-appropriate read-alouds to market goers from 10 – 11 a.m., weather permitting. We hope to see you there.

Please note that rain and/or temperatures exceeding 95 degrees Fahrenheit will cancel Saturday’s Farmers Market Reading Time. This program is free for all and is sponsored in part by the Ukiah Valley Friends of the Library and the Mendocino County Library. For more information, please contact the library at 707-463-4490.

HORA DE LECTURA DEL MERCADO DE AGRICULTORES
Con la biblioteca de Ukiah
Sábados de 10:00 a 11:00 a. m.
Mercado de Agricultores de Ukiah
399-359 S School St, Ukiah, CA 95482

¡Bienvenidos a la temporada 2026 del Mercado de Agricultores de Reading! La Biblioteca de Ukiah invita a familias y personas de todas las edades a visitar nuestra estación de lectura en el Mercado Agrícola de Ukiah todos los sábados de mayo a octubre. Este programa, de larga trayectoria y dirigido por voluntarios, ofrece una hora de lectura en voz alta, apropiada para cada edad, a los asistentes del mercado de 10 a 11 a.m., si el clima lo permite. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!

Tenga en cuenta que la lluvia y/o las temperaturas superiores a 95 grados Fahrenheit cancelarán el Tiempo de Lectura del Mercado de Agricultores de ese sábado. Este programa es gratuito para todos y está patrocinado en parte por los Amigos de la Biblioteca del Valle de Ukiah y la Biblioteca del Condado de Mendocino. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 707-463-4490.

Save the Date for the Albion Little River Fire Protection District 63rd Annual BBQ! Saturday July 11th 12-5pm at the Little River Airport. Delicious food, live Music, Silent Auction, Children's Area and more! All profits raised support our local Firefighters! For more information and volunteer opportunities please call (707)972-0307.

Grow, Sprout, Grow!
With Richard “Tootreese” Jeske and the Ukiah Branch Library
Saturday, July 11 at 11 AM

The Ukiah Branch Library invites families with children of all ages to attend a special summer event on Saturday, July 11 at 11 a.m. Join us in the children’s room for inclusive, interactive musical storytelling with longtime local musician and library supporter Richard “Tootreese” Jeske, followed by a fun gardening activity – let’s reuse old newspaper to make our own upcycled planter pots and start some seeds!

Supplies, snacks, and beverages will be provided courtesy of the Ukiah Valley Friends of the Library and the Mendocino County Library. For more information, please visit www.mendolibrary.org or contact the Ukiah Branch Library Children’s Librarian at 707-263-2865.

¡Crece, Brota, Crece!
With Richard “Tootreese” Jeske and the Ukiah Branch Library
Sábado 11 de julio de 2026 a las 11 AM

La Biblioteca Sucursal de Ukiah invita a familias con niños de todas las edades a un evento especial de verano el sábado 11 de julio de 2026 a las 11 a. m. Acompáñenos en la sala infantil para disfrutar de una sesión de cuentacuentos musicales interactiva e inclusiva con Richard “Tootreese” Jeske, músico local de larga trayectoria y colaborador de la biblioteca. A continuación, participaremos en una divertida actividad de jardinería: ¡Reutilizaremos periódicos viejos para crear nuestras propias macetas recicladas y sembraremos semillas!

Los materiales, refrigerios y bebidas serán proporcionados por cortesía de la Asociación de Amigos de la Biblioteca del Valle de Ukiah y la Biblioteca del Condado de Mendocino. Para obtener más información, visite www.mendolibrary.org o comuníquese con la bibliotecaria infantil de la Biblioteca Sucursal de Ukiah al 707-263-2865.

SOULCOLLAGE© WORKSHOP AT UKIAH BRANCH
Free & Open to the Public
Saturday, July 11 at 3 PM

Adults are invited to join us for a SoulCollage© workshop at the Ukiah Branch Library on Saturday, July 11 at 3 p.m. SoulCollage© is a simple, creative, and fun activity. It can be used as a tool for self-discovery, leading to greater self-acceptance and empowerment. In SoulCollage© you need no art experience or skill, just intuition to choose the images that appeal. Then, with your guidance, we explore what the card may mean to you. All supplies will be provided. Leslie Kirkpatrick and Dorothy Gayle Haas are experienced facilitators. Gayle trained as a SoulCollage© facilitator with Seena Frost, the originator of SoulCollage© in 2010.

This event is sponsored in part by the Friends of the Ukiah Valley Library and the Mendocino County Library. Advance registration is required. Please call (707) 463-4490 to sign up.

SOULCOLLAGE© TALLERES
Gratis y abierto al publico
Sabado 11 de julio a 3 PM

Adultos están invitados a unirse a nosotros par SoulCollage© talleres en la biblioteca de ukiah el sabado 11 de julio de 2026, a 3 p.m. SoulCollage© es una actividad sencilla, creativa y divertida. Se puede utilizer como una herramienta para el autodescubrimiento, lo que lleva a una mayor autoaceptación y empoderamiento. En SoulCollage© no necesitas experiencia o habilidad, solo intuición para elegir las imágenes que atraigan. Luego, con su guia total, exploramos lo que la tarjeta puede significar para usted. Se proporcionarán todos los suministros.

Leslie Kirkpatrick y Dorothy Gayle Haas son facilitadores con experencia. Gayle entreno como una SoulCollage© facilitador con Seena Frost, la creadora de SoulCollage© en 2010.

Este evento está patronicado en parte por los amigos de la biblioteca del valle de Ukiah y la biblioteca del condado de Mendocino. Se require que se register antes. Por favor de llamar (707) 463-4490 para inscribirse.

Flynn Creek Circus Presents ‘The Cricket & the Wren’: a highly original, all-human circus that enchants through breathtaking acrobatics and athletically stunning skill. Sponsored by the City of Mendocino.
Mendocino, CA— July 2-12– This 2026 season, Flynn Creek Circus invites audiences to ‘The Cricket & the Wren’ — memorable family fun and Artful athleticism under the circus big top.
A merchant’s daughter sets out to find the castle where the horizon meets the sea. In order to break the spell of the Frog Prince, she must brave a harrowing journey filled with wonder.
Along the adventure, she encounters Jack and the Beanstalk’s sassy cow, an out of pocket Pirate and the secret sacrifice of the cricket and the wren.
Featuring aerialists, jugglers, knife throwers, and laugh out loud comedy, this circus blends classic storybook archetypes with imaginative new heroes. The Cricket and the Wren will surprise, dazzle and delight all ages.
In addition to the family friendly showings, and the interactive children's camp program held under the circus big top, Flynn Creek Circus also presents the wildly popular 'Adults Only Show' boasting outrageous acts, dark comedy, and an infamous party atmosphere. Check the website for select adults only showtimes as well as special discount nights.

Spectators for all showings are invited to the tent to experience the magic up to 30 minutes before each show. The event will offer beer, wine, and light concession for purchase and include a 15 minute intermission during the two hour show.

Limited free parking is available on location at Friendship Park
998 School St, Mendocino, CA 95460 off of Hwy 1.

Tickets for Flynn Creek Circus are now available for purchase online at flynncreekcircus.com. Individual ticket prices start at $27 or, for table reservations, options start at $91 for two attendees.
Find showtimes and more details on the camp programs for ages 5-7 and 7-15 at flynncreekcircus.com
Early booking is encouraged for this highly anticipated event.

Location:
Friendship Park
998 School St, Mendocino, CA 95460
Under the circus big top

Sour Widows is a rising Bay Area band. Catch them in a small venue while you can. Show opens at 7 with openers Quail on a Leash and Weird Year.

Art Explorers will present HERE WE ARE: Disability Pride in California, a group exhibition featuring artwork from progressive art studios across the state. Throughout the month, the studio will also host presentations and talks by artists and advocates to increase visibility and awareness within our community. The exhibition will culminate in a closing party on July 24th from 4 – 7pm, with a special guest speaker followed by a dance party at the Art Explorers studio. Here is a list of our programming:

Friday, July 3
First Friday Open Studio, 5 – 7pm
Featuring the Art Explorers Puppet Parade at 6pm.

Friday, July 17:
Disabilities Services panel, 2 – 3:30pm
Join us to hear about all the other nonprofits and disability services organizations in Mendocino County. We will have short presentations from Parents and Friends, MATCH, Circle of Horses, Compass, UVAH and the Redwood Coast Regional Center, and a Q & A session afterwards. This is a great way to learn about what is being offered in our county.

Friday, July 24:
“Conversations for a Kinder World: How Your Voice Can Inspire Change,” 4 – 5pm
A Zoom presentation by human rights advocate Nicole Adler, nicoleforlove.com
The closing reception and dance party for HERE WE ARE will follow from 5 – 7pm.