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Rock ‘n Roll Revue 3.5 from Nov 11-20, 2011
—Posted Friday, November 11th, 2011 at 12:57 am—

Three years after Gloriana had Eagles Hall Night Club rockin’ with sell-out crowds, the Rock ‘N Roll Revue returns for one more time. 17 of Gloriana’s best singers, accompanied by a four-piece rock & roll band, with a state of the art sound system, will have you dancin’ and groovin’ as we present the greatest songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s.
Producer/Director Paul Friesen and Music Director Billy Schieve from Rock ‘N Roll Revue 3 will reunite to try to outdo themselves for this special event that will help celebrate Gloriana’s 35th anniversary.
Much of the cast from three years ago will be returning and joining a very strong group of “Rock ‘N Roll Newbies”. This show is pure fun, and not to be missed. Dancing encouraged!
WHEN: Entertainment Begins at 7:30 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and at 2:30pm on Sundays. Floor Show begins 30 minutes later.
TICKETS: $20 Adults, $12 Youth (17 & under)
LOCATION: Eagles Hall Night Club, corner of Corry and Alder, in Fort Bragg.
Aside from DFF: This is going to be a great show! I sing with a bunch of the performers in other settings, and this is a really strong cast. Paul pours everything into these shows, and Billy sets the tone musically.
Local Licks Live XVIII
—Posted Wednesday, November 9th, 2011 at 8:40 pm—
The premiere concert of the season with some of Mendocino County’s top musicians, all in acoustic performance to benefit music in our schools. This year featuring Patrick Nagel; 12 Thirty with Jamie Gilliam, Phil Dunn & High Connolly and, solo and together- alphabetically-Steven Bates, Bill Bottrell, Roger Fritz, David Hayes, Gene Parsons, James Preston, and Christy Wells. Cotton Auditorium, corner of Harold & Fir, Fort Bragg. Saturday November 12.
Doors open at 7PM, show at 7:30. Advance tickets $12 at Harvest Marker in the Boatyard Center, Racines in Fort Bragg, Out Of This World in Mendocino, and Dig Music in Ukiah. $15 at the door. To read more, visit the KOZT Web site.
Aside from DFF: I heard a rumor that Sheryl Crow may be the “special guest”. Several of the musicians in the show have played with her. Who knows? This is an amazing events with a lot of excellent musicians. Tom Yates and Vicky Watts from the KOZT put this show together year after year, doing amazing things for the community.
Paul Bunyan Days
—Posted Monday, August 22nd, 2011 at 7:12 pm—
Four Fun-Filled Days on Labor Day Weekend! The tale of Paul Bunyan and his blue ox has always been a favorite with the kids, but here in Fort Bragg, we celebrate the real thing! Paul Bunyan hosts the festival, which celebrates the long history of logging on the Mendocino Coast. This year’s theme, “All Aboard! Fort Bragg to Willits with Paul & Babe,” commemorates 100 years of the Skunk Train line running from Fort Bragg to Willits. Join us for the fun with logging contests, parades, and the highlight – the crowning of the Belle of the Redwoods, a long-standing tradition.
Abundance of Color at the Gardens
—Posted Sunday, August 7th, 2011 at 6:15 pm—
This is one of my favorite times of the year at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens — when the dahlias and fuchsias are in bloom. Plus, Friends of the Garden’s display artists created birdhouses for their annual auction, and I can guarantee you’ll be delighted with the creativity of these artists. You can leave a bid on your favorite birdhouse or “Buy It Now”. But don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Artist Reception and final bid night on August 19th…a guaranteed fun evening with friends, food and wine…and all for the Gardens we love. Open daily 9am – 5 pm, 18220 N. Highway One, Fort Bragg. 707-964-4352
52 years of Mendocino Art Center Arts and Crafts Fair!
—Posted Friday, July 15th, 2011 at 11:29 am—
For the 52nd consecutive year, the Mendocino Art Center hosts the Summer Arts and Crafts Fair, July 16 and July 17, 10 am to 5 pm, both days. Each year, locals and tourists alike, descend on the Art Center to browse a wide variety of quality artwork at the more than 50 artisan booths situated outdoors in the Art Center’s gardens, as well as listen to live local music and enjoy festive food and drink while supporting the local artist community. This year there will also be astrology and numerology readings, as well as face painting.
The allure of this art fair, as well as the Mendocino Art Center’s Thanksgiving Arts and Crafts Fair, has always been the abundance of one-of-a-kind artwork, as a stroll through the bustling grounds quickly reveals. Jewelry lovers are in for a treat, with an array of handmade gold, silver, mixed metal and enameled jewelry. Other wearable items include hand-painted silk scarves and garments, felted and knitted caps and hats, children’s clothing, and leather bags and accessories. Those looking for something for the home will find ceramics, wood accessories and furniture items. Two-dimensional artwork is always highlighted by stunning photography and paintings, and the three-dimensional works include functional and sculptural ceramic pieces and fused and leaded glasswork.
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