Community Calendar

New Ballet Classes for teens and adults starting in August.

Noyo Dance Company will now offer a variety ballet classes every Saturday for all levels.

Absolute beginner classes offered from 10-11am and 12:30-1:30pm. This class is for anyone who wants to try ballet for the first time or get back into it. The focus is on gaining strength, mobility, and coordination and applying it to the basic foundations of ballet. All ability levels are encouraged, and everyone gets to participate at their own pace. Suggested donation $15.

All levels ballet class from 11am-12:30pm is a whole hour and a half class that challenges the mind and body through rigorous barre and center exercises. Whether your are a newer or experienced dancer, there is so much to learn and benefit from this class. Suggested donation $20.

Everyone is welcome! No one turned away for lack of funds! Come dance and feel good :)

Join your guide, Genevieve, on a 2-hour walking tour of Mendocino Stone Ranch, the Mendocino Coast's hidden stone sanctuary. The tour will take place on Fish Rock Rd, in Gualala on Sunday, Nov 2nd from 12pm-2pm, weather permitting. Learn about the rich history of Mendocino Stone Ranch, take in our 30+ larger-than-life stone masonry art installations, including the Fish Rock Watchtower, learn about the artists behind the works, and the man who brought it all to life. $15-20 suggested donation, per person. Email contact@stoneranchmendo.com to RSVP. The tour happens on the first Sunday of every month so if you miss this month, there's always next month

Join your guide, Genevieve, on a 2-hour walking tour of Mendocino Stone Ranch, the Mendocino Coast's hidden stone sanctuary. The tour will take place on Fish Rock Rd, in Gualala on Sunday, Nov 2nd from 12pm-2pm, weather permitting. Learn about the rich history of Mendocino Stone Ranch, take in our 30+ larger-than-life stone masonry art installations, including the Fish Rock Watchtower, learn about the artists behind the works, and the man who brought it all to life. $15-20 suggested donation, per person. Email contact@stoneranchmendo.com to RSVP. The tour happens on the first Sunday of every month so if you miss this month, there's always next month

The most highly anticipated event of the season is finally here! Fish Fest 2026 welcomes you to join our yearly fundraiser at Arena Cove in Point Arena Sunday September 6th from noon to 6PM. Delight in all of the treats that this bountiful coast has to offer such as albacore kabobs, oysters, fish tacos, fresh corn on the cob and local craft beer with merchant booths and fun for the whole family. All proceeds go toward pier and park improvements to support our local community. With more than 750 people joining us last year, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

If you are interested in connecting with your community as a vendor or volunteer, please visit The Arena Cove Stewards Facebook page for more details.

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

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

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.