May 29 Wednesday
Check out local artist and Redwood Coast Senior Center participant Ann Erickson's artwork featured in the Hallway Gallery at 490 N Harold St. in Fort Bragg. Her work is for sale and will be on display through June, as a benefit for the Senior Center. She works in watercolor, acrylic, and oil and has a lovely selection of landscapes on display. Call (707) 961-0165 for information.
Montessori del Mar Community School, in partnership with First 5 Mendocino, is hosting three free parenting workshops planned for the last Wednesday of January, February and March. The casual and informal workshops will be co-led by our Primary Teacher, Heather Chappell & First 5 Triple P Coordinator, Jade Aldrich. The workshops are based on Triple P: Positive Parenting Program--a program that offers concrete strategies for positive parenting.
May 30 Thursday
May 31 Friday
For millennia, people have been coming together outdoors to sit on the earth among birdsong and wind whispering through trees. Each class will have a few minutes of gentle qigong like movements to release tension, guided mindfulness meditation, and a short wisdom teaching to apply to your everyday life. There are benches to sit on or you can recline in the grass and gaze at the sky. Because we are practicing outside in a public garden, the practice will be open and inclusive of the environment and all of the possible distractions. It will be good practice for life! This class will explore topics such as staying steady in uncertain times, the interconnected abundant nature of this world, and the cultivation of gratitude and other positive psychological states.
THE DETAILSThis class will be held outdoors, so please be prepared for the weather with appropriate layers.Rain, soggy conditions, or temperatures below 40°F cancel – check this web page or the Facebook event for cancelation notices. Bring something to sit on (if you prefer the grass to a bench), sunscreen/sun protection, and drinking water.Plan to arrive at the Gardens' entrance by 12PM to allow plenty of time to reach the Event Lawn, the class will begin promptly at 12:30PM.To reach the Event Lawn stay on the South Trail (veer left) and breeze past the Dahlia Garden, you will arrive at the Event Lawn in a flash.
Jun 01 Saturday
River Oak Charter School is pleased to once again be presenting the Pastels on the Plaza event at Alex R. Thomas Plaza in downtown Ukiah on May 4th, 2024. The main event runs from 10 am to 3 pm with traditional maypole dances open to all at 9 am.
This annual event transforms the plaza into a charming festival scene of dance, food, live music, and most importantly- plein-air pastel art supported by the joint effort of local businesses and over 100 artists. Pastels on the Plaza brings together local artists, vendors, non-profits, businesses, and local residents — not only to inspire, but to strengthen our local community. Last year’s event was a major success with hundreds of people in attendance.
The event provides River Oak Charter School with integral funding for an arts rich education in Mendocino County. River Oak Charter School is a free public charter school dedicated to encouraging artistic education and development through a Waldorf-based curriculum. The love of life and learning is inspired in the child through one’s own heart, head and hands, working towards making contributions to the community. River Oak is home to over 240 students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade and 30+ teachers and staff that are deeply involved and dedicated to our small town.
Throughout the day the event will have a variety of performances. Some of these will be Maypole dances, live bands, Capoeira Force das Aguas, and Ballet Folkloric. The event will have booths and vendors with raffles, carnival games, merchandise, and educational activities. There will be a variety of food and drinks available for purchase including BBQ from the Lions Club.
Major underwriters include Visit Mendocino, Mendocino County District Attorney, Hydro Pacific, Mendocino Forest Products, CrossFit Firefly, Frey Vineyards, Red Barn Ranch Weddings and Events. In addition to our main underwriters, over 70+ businesses will be involved as sponsors and will be funding their own unique art piece.
Slow down and connect more deeply with the beautiful Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens in this 2 hour workshop. Being present in the natural world while opening the senses can have a remarkably refreshing and awe inspiring effect. A gentle meditative approach to being in nature is an antidote to our nature starved lives.
We will wander the garden, spending time with the plants, the ocean, and the sky. Various exercises will be introduced to enhance your connection with nature. Expect to walk softly on this earth with animal senses, meander with beauty, gaze into the sky and stand with the trees.
REGISTRATIONClass size is limited! Registration for this workshop must be completed in advance online (click the appropriate registration link below) or at the MCBG gift shop. Please note, all workshop fees are non-refundable unless the workshop has been canceled or rescheduled by the Gardens.
Jun 02 Sunday
Join certified yoga instructor Delphine Davidson for All-Levels Mindful Flow Yoga encircled by towering cypress and the melodies of nature... the birds, the bees, and the mighty ocean. All levels are welcome in this class, which combines Delphine's in-depth knowledge of safe alignment with dynamic movement. Mindful Yoga combines creative sequencing with Delphine's love of classical yoga. You’ll find restorative moments and snapshots of sculpting intensity. This 60-minute class aims to support you in slowing down, tuning into your intuition, cultivating physical health and psychological well-being using postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama) with the goal of developing a grounded, focused, and peaceful mind.
THE DETAILSThis class will be held outdoors, so please be prepared for the weather with appropriate layers.Rain, soggy conditions, or temperatures below 40°F cancel – check this web page or the Facebook event for cancelation notices. Please bring your own mat, all props you like to practice with, a towel, sunscreen, and drinking water. There are a limited number of yoga mats available to borrow.Plan to arrive at the Gardens' entrance by 11:30AM to allow plenty of time to reach the Event Lawn, the class will begin promptly at noon.To reach the Event Lawn stay on the South Trail (veer left) and breeze past the Dahlia Garden, you will arrive at the Event Lawn in a flash