Community Calendar

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. 

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

CODE CLUB
At the Ukiah Branch Library
Second Fridays at 3:30 - 4:30 PM

The Ukiah Branch Library invites youth ages six to 12 to meet on the second Friday of each month at 3:30 p.m. for an hour of coding! Join us for a quick tutorial and fun activity using various coding educational tools such as Scratch, Blockly, and Code.org. Attendance is not required at all events, but please keep in mind that tutorials may increase in difficulty as we go.

Registration is required prior to each event, so give us a call at 707-463-4490 to sign up and let’s get coding! This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the library at 707-463-4490.

CLUB DE CODIFICACIÓN
En la biblioteca sucursal de Ukiah
Segundo viernes a las 3:30 - 4:30 PM

La biblioteca de Ukiah Branch invita a los jóvenes de seis a doce años a reunirse el segundo viernes de cada mes a las 3:30 p.m. durante una hora de codificación. Únase a nosotros para un tutorial rápido y una actividad divertida con varias herramientas educativas de codificación, como Scratch, Blockly y Code.org. No es obligatorio asistir a todos los eventos, pero tenga en cuenta que los tutoriales pueden aumentar en dificultad a medida que avanzamos.

Es necesario registrarse antes de cada evento, así que llámenos al 707-463-4490 para inscribirse y ¡comencemos a codificar! Este evento es gratuito y abierto al público.Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 707-463-4490.

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

Did you know that if you live in Yorkville, Boonville, Philo, Navarro or Comptche that you can come to Hendy Woods for free on the 2nd Sunday of every month? Just know your zip code.
Ask us about exciting volunteer opportunities such as invasive plant removal, forest walks and helping out in our visitor center. Email us at hendywoodscommunity@gmail.com

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.

Drop-in art lesson with Suzi Long! Come earn your CREATIVE LICENSE and paint the Noyo Bridge. No experience necessary! Learn a few tricks, enjoy the bridge view and have a great 2 hours in a beautiful new gallery!