Current Events
Annual Events is an overview year-at-a-glance, plus a section on Classes & Retreats. The Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce has a listing of community events; The Coast-KOZT radio station lists local musical performances.
THE ARTS
Check out the calendar for The Arts in the area.
July
July 1 at 7 pm: “Pyretown”
By John Belluso, directed by Carter Sears. The Mendocino Theatre Company is currently presenting its 2009 Summer Reading Series. Donations $5.00 at the door. Open seating; refreshments. Helen Schoeni Theatre, Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake, Mendocino. Call box Office 707-937-4477 for parental advisories.
July 4 at 10 am: Big River Interpretive Walks
(Weather permitting) Walk begins at the Big River Kiosk located at the eastern end of the Big River Beach parking lot south of Mendocino. Walks cover a total of two to four miles, are moderately paced and last for one to two hours. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Comfortable walking shoes, water and binoculars are recommended for anyone attending. Jenny Hall 707-962-0470. Free
July 4 from 11 am - 3:30 pm: Kelley House BBQ and Lawn Party
Kevin and the Coconuts will be on hand to entertain, as well as great food and beer for sale. 45007 Albion St, Mendocino. 707-937-5791 Free
July 4 at Noon: Mendocino’s 4th of July Parade
Mendocino celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Mendocino Art Center. Parade route around town on Main & Lansing & Little Lake. Sponsored by Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce, 217 S. Main St., Fort Bragg. 707-961-6300
July 8 at 7 pm: “Dog Sees God”
By Bert V. Royal, directed by Felicia Fratus. The Mendocino Theatre Company is currently presenting its 2009 Summer Reading Series. Donations $5.00 at the door. Open seating; refreshments. Helen Schoeni Theatre, Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake, Mendocino. Call box Office 707-937-4477 for parental advisories.
July 11-25: 23rd Season of the Mendocino Music Festival
2 weeks of music of all genres, presented in a huge tent erected on the Mendocino Headlands. Performers include: Maria Muldaur, Alexander Markov, The Scene, Iva Bittova with Antonin Faijt, Alex de Grassi, and the Joshua Redman Trio. The opera this year is La Boheme. The Piano Series features concerts by Paul Hersh, Gloria Cheng, and Joel Fan. There are many more musical events during the two weeks.
July 15 at 7 pm: “Danny and the Deep Blue Sea”
By John Patrick Shanley, directed by Betty Abramson. The Mendocino Theatre Company is currently presenting its 2009 Summer Reading Series. Donations $5.00 at the door. Open seating; refreshments. Helen Schoeni Theatre, Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake, Mendocino. Call box Office 707-937-4477 for parental advisories.
July 17 at 3 pm: Gloria Cheng Piano Series Artist
2009 Grammy winner for an Instrumental Soloist Performance (without orchestra) for her Telarc recording of the Piano Music of Salonen, Stucky & Lutoslawski. Gloriana’s Piano Series performance will be a lecture/recital on contemporary music including John Adams and Witold Lutoslawski. Preston Hall, Mendocino. Mendocino Music Festival
July 18 at 10 am: Big River Interpretive Walks
(Weather permitting) Walk begins at the Big River Kiosk located at the eastern end of the Big River Beach parking lot south of Mendocino. Walks cover a total of two to four miles, are moderately paced and last for one to two hours. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Comfortable walking shoes, water and binoculars are recommended for anyone attending. Jenny Hall 707-962-0470. Free
July 18 from Noon - 4 pm: 38th Annual Art Auction
The Rotary Club of Mendocino hosts the E. John Robinson Art Auction for its 38th year, featuring nationally known artists. Preview at Noon; auction & raffle starting at 1 pm. Odd Fellows Hall, Ukiah St., Mendocino.707-937-3938
July 30-August 2: 2009 Writers Conference
Writers conference reaches out to community at 20th anniversary of the Mendocino Coast Writers Conference is looking outward to the community. 962-2600 ext. 2167.
July 31: Hearts and Hands: Creating Community in Troubled Times
Fort Bragg Police Department and the Multi-Cultural Awareness Club of College of the Redwoods, MCWC will bring renowned gang intervention specialist Luis J. Rodriguez to Cotton Auditorium. Free 962-2600 ext. 2167.
August
August 1 at 10 am: Big River Interpretive Walks
(Weather permitting) Walk begins at the Big River Kiosk located at the eastern end of the Big River Beach parking lot south of Mendocino. Walks cover a total of two to four miles, are moderately paced and last for one to two hours. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Comfortable walking shoes, water and binoculars are recommended for anyone attending. Jenny Hall 707-962-0470. Free
August 12 at 7 pm: “In the Presence of Grace”
Written and directed by Lawrence Bullock. The Mendocino Theatre Company is currently presenting its 2009 Summer Reading Series. Donations $5.00 at the door. Open seating; refreshments. Helen Schoeni Theatre, Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake, Mendocino. Call box Office 707-937-4477 for parental advisories.
August 15 at 10 am: Big River Interpretive Walks
(Weather permitting) Walk begins at the Big River Kiosk located at the eastern end of the Big River Beach parking lot south of Mendocino. Walks cover a total of two to four miles, are moderately paced and last for one to two hours. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Comfortable walking shoes, water and binoculars are recommended for anyone attending. Jenny Hall 707-962-0470. Free
August 15: Franco Morone
One of the great names on the international guitar roster, Franco Morone, widely regarded as the “Italian Poet of the Acoustic Guitar”, merges with Raffaella’s sweet, passionate voice. Limited seating, advance tickets only. $25. More information soon. 707-937-1732
August 19 at 7 pm: “The Mai”
By Marina Carr, directed by Ken White. The Mendocino Theatre Company is currently presenting its 2009 Summer Reading Series. Donations $5.00 at the door. Open seating; refreshments. Helen Schoeni Theatre, Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake, Mendocino. Call box Office 707-937-4477 for parental advisories.
August 26 at 7 pm: “Les Liaisons Dangereuses”
By Christopher Hampton, directed by Lorri Lepaule. The Mendocino Theatre Company is currently presenting its 2009 Summer Reading Series. Donations $5.00 at the door. Open seating; refreshments. Helen Schoeni Theatre, Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake, Mendocino. Call box Office 707-937-4477 for parental advisories.
September
September 5 at 10 am: Big River Interpretive Walks
(Weather permitting) Walk begins at the Big River Kiosk located at the eastern end of the Big River Beach parking lot south of Mendocino. Walks cover a total of two to four miles, are moderately paced and last for one to two hours. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Comfortable walking shoes, water and binoculars are recommended for anyone attending. Jenny Hall 707-962-0470. Free
September 19 at 10 am: Big River Interpretive Walks
(Weather permitting) Walk begins at the Big River Kiosk located at the eastern end of the Big River Beach parking lot south of Mendocino. Walks cover a total of two to four miles, are moderately paced and last for one to two hours. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Comfortable walking shoes, water and binoculars are recommended for anyone attending. Jenny Hall 707-962-0470. Free
October
October 3 at 10 am: Big River Interpretive Walks
(Weather permitting) Walk begins at the Big River Kiosk located at the eastern end of the Big River Beach parking lot south of Mendocino. Walks cover a total of two to four miles, are moderately paced and last for one to two hours. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Comfortable walking shoes, water and binoculars are recommended for anyone attending. Jenny Hall 707-962-0470. Free
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Mendocino Stories said,
November 16: Singer/Songwriter’s Round Robin
Mendocino Stories presents 4 local singer/songwriters, sharing songs and stories. Louisa Morris, Danny Barca, Holly Tannen and Jamie Gilliam. Mendocino Hotel Garden Room.Doors open at 6PM, program starts at 7PM. Donations for musicians requested. 937-1732
Mendocino Stories said,
We have changed the location of our Feb 2 event - Kevin & The Coconuts - to the Hill House in Mendocino.
Mendocino Stories Sadie Hawkins Improv Show said,
On Friday, February 29 the Mendocino Stories and Music series features Hit and Run Theater in the Garden Room of the Mendocino Hotel. Hit and Run veterans Jill Jahelka, Doug Nunn, Kathy O’Grady, and Steve Weingarten will be joined by Steve Antler and musician Laura Derry for an evening of improvisational comedy. Doors open at 6PM and the program starts at 7PM. Admission is $10. Contact Pattie at 937-1732 or check online at http://www.mendocinostories.com.
janet nelson said,
Will you be postiing any info on the Mendocino 4th of July parade? Date, Theme, activities during and after ect. ect.
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