Community Calendar

Travel back in time and down the aisle at the Kelley House Museum during “Tying the Knot: Bridal Fashion Unveiled.” Featuring archival photographs, artwork, and historic wedding dresses worn by Mendocino brides from the mid-1860s to 1914, this exhibit showcases evolving trends in bridal styles: from a woman’s “Sunday best” dress to sequins and lace, from bright colors to pure white. You’ll even learn about a few Mendocino love stories along the way. Exhibit runs June 4, 2026 – August 31, 2026. Hours: Thursday – Monday, 11am – 3pm
Opening reception: Saturday, June 13th, 4pm – 5:30pm

The Golden West Saloon in Fort Bragg has generously created a collection of sweatshirts and mugs featuring artwork by Art Explorers artist, Mike Smart, as a fundraiser for the Art Explorers studio in celebration of Disability Pride Month!

Sweatshirts are available in black at the bar, or you can purchase additional colors and sizes, along with the mugs, online by following the link: https://fddb87-7a.myshopify.com/

All proceeds benefit the Art Explorers studio art program. Grab a shirt or mug and support this important local program!

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

The Golden West Saloon in Fort Bragg has generously created a collection of sweatshirts and mugs featuring artwork by Art Explorers artist, Mike Smart, as a fundraiser for the Art Explorers studio in celebration of Disability Pride Month!

Sweatshirts are available in black at the bar, or you can purchase additional colors and sizes, along with the mugs, online by following the link: https://fddb87-7a.myshopify.com/

All proceeds benefit the Art Explorers studio art program. Grab a shirt or mug and support this important local program!

Join ENG 503: Creative Writing for Older Adults with Lake County Poet Laureate Emerita Georgina Marie Guardado for the Fall 2026 semester at Mendocino College in Ukiah.

Wednesdays 1:30 PM - 4:35 PM
8/17/2026 - 12/11/2026
Credit-free class for $12/semester

This course will introduce adults to a variety of creative writing skills, providing an opportunity to recall, organize, and share life experiences through written expression. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen both creative writing and computer skills, as well as interact with a supportive community of fellow writers.
All ages and genres welcome!

To register, visit mendocino.edu or call the Ukiah Campus at (707) 468-3000. For more information, email gguardado@mendocino.edu

The Golden West Saloon in Fort Bragg has generously created a collection of sweatshirts and mugs featuring artwork by Art Explorers artist, Mike Smart, as a fundraiser for the Art Explorers studio in celebration of Disability Pride Month!

Sweatshirts are available in black at the bar, or you can purchase additional colors and sizes, along with the mugs, online by following the link: https://fddb87-7a.myshopify.com/

All proceeds benefit the Art Explorers studio art program. Grab a shirt or mug and support this important local program!

Drum Class 5:45-7pm then followed by Dance Class 7-8:30pm

~We study the same rhythm in both classes to learn it both with the drum and then the dance and study it for a full month to have the opportunity to ingrain.

~Come to drum class and follow it by dancing the same rhythm or stay and drum for the dance class. All people, all levels, all bodies are welcome

Mendocino Dance Project is offering free weekly dance classes for people with Parkinson's, their family members, and caregivers. Classes offer healthy and fun ways to build strength, coordination, balance, and stability all while using creativity and imagery to inspire movement. This program is made possible in part by The Community Foundation of Mendocino County’s 2025 Fund for Healthy and Inclusive Communities Grant.

Travel back in time and down the aisle at the Kelley House Museum during “Tying the Knot: Bridal Fashion Unveiled.” Featuring archival photographs, artwork, and historic wedding dresses worn by Mendocino brides from the mid-1860s to 1914, this exhibit showcases evolving trends in bridal styles: from a woman’s “Sunday best” dress to sequins and lace, from bright colors to pure white. You’ll even learn about a few Mendocino love stories along the way. Exhibit runs June 4, 2026 – August 31, 2026. Hours: Thursday – Monday, 11am – 3pm
Opening reception: Saturday, June 13th, 4pm – 5:30pm