- December 1 - 31
-- Mendocino Art Center's Gallery Exhibits
Exhibition: Larry R. Wagner's photography from Mendocino Art Center's 50th Anniversary Exotic Calendar; Tom Reed's photography exhibit, "The Granite Avatars of Patagonia"; the Mendocino Coast Furniture Makers "Toy Show," and a "Holiday Boutique," with affordable and unique gift items. 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino
Fee: Free admissionTime: Open Daily, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 937.5818 or (800) 653.3328 - December 5
-- A Holiday Concert for the Coast
Holiday, Live Music: Gualala Arts Local Eyes present "A Holiday Concert for the Coast" featuring the Ernest Bloch Bell Ringers, joined by internationally acclaimed vocalist Sita Milchev, along with her granddaughters, the Allen Sisters. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Road, Gualala
Fee: $10 Advance/$15 Day of Performance/Free ages 12 & underTime: 4 p.m Phone Number: (707) 877.1138 - December 9-11
-- 21st Annual Mendocino Coast Candlelight Inn Tour
Holiday: You are invited to enjoy evening tours of Mendocino area bed and breakfast inns and lodges while you help benefit Mendocino Coast Children through Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Mendocino and Mendocino Unified School Enrichment (MUSE). Dec 9 Inns of Little River and Albion, Dec 10 Inns of Mendocino and Dec 11 Inns & Lodges of Ft. Bragg
Fee: $25/$10 Kids 10 and under incl all 3 days & light refreshments at the innsTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 964.1228 - December 24
-- Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Holiday, Lecture: Following the form in which it has been offered each year since 1919 at King's College Chapel, Cambridge, England, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols will be presented again in the Gualala Arts Center auditorium this Christmas Eve. Local coast musicians will join together to provide special solos, ensemble selections as well as accompaniment for congregational singing of the carols. Vocal soloist Sita Milchev and pianist Don Krieger on the synthesizer / keyboard provide key musical leadership and direction for the evening service. Gualala Arts Center - 46501 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA.
Fee: Donations gladly acceptedTime: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 882.2074
Ongoing Events- November 4 - December 5
-- Mendocino Art Center's Gallery Exhibits
Exhibition: Mendocino Art Center's galleries showcase Peter Dobbins' photography exhibit, "North Coast Perspectives"; a Wine and Mushroom Art Exhibit featuring wine country paintings and fiber art utilizing mushroom dyes; and Charles Lobdell's pencil/pastel artwork in "Nature Abstracts." 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino
Fee: Free admissionTime: Open Daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 937.5818 or (800) 653.3328 - Wednesday-Sunday: November 11-January 31
-- Rendezvous Wild Mushroom Tasting Menu
Dining: Join us for a three-course wild mushroom tasting menu with local wines by the glass. Nightly through at least the end of January. Our menu has been mentioned in SF Chronicle's (10/25/2009) Sunday Travel section, and Sunset Magazine's Nov. issue, where they say, the "cream of hedgehog soup is a must try…” Rendezvous Restaurant, 647 North Main Street, Fort Bragg
Fee: $50 per person, $77.50 w/wineTime: 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 491.8142 - First Friday of Every Month
-- First Fridays in Fort Bragg
Reception, Museums & Exhibition: On The First Friday of every month visit participating art galleries and shops near the cross section of Main and Laurel Streets in Fort Bragg. Most galleries have featured artist openings or group shows and provide some refreshments.
Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 961.6300 - Every Friday and Saturday night
-- Chef's Table at Rendezvous Restaurant
Dining: The Rendezvous Inn & Restaurant has added a "chef's table" in the kitchen, seating up to four people. The chef's table is open to the public on Friday and Saturday nights by advance reservation only. 647 North Main Street, Ft. Bragg
Fee: $20 payable at the time of booking plus cost of food, beverage and gratuity.Time: Seatings at 5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 491.8142 - December 6 - 7, 13 - 14, 20 - 21 & 27 - 28
-- Goldeneye Holiday Cheer
Holiday, Celebration: This flavorful and festive event will take the mystery out of holiday food and wine pairing, by giving consumers the opportunity to taste seasonal dishes alongside an array of acclaimed wines. Goldeneye, 9200 Highway 128, Philo
Fee: Complimentary with Paid TastingTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 945.0890 - Every Second Saturday
-- Gallery Openings in Mendocino
Reception, Exhibition: On the second Saturday of every month, visit participating Mendocino galleries, shops and the Mendocino Arts Center for featured artist openings and group shows. Most participating galleries offer refreshments.
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 961.6300 - Every Third Wednesday
-- Bird Watching with the Audubon Society
Recreation: Over 150 species of birds live in or visit the Gardens each year. Join the experts and learn more about our avian friends. Walks start at the Gardens Entrance. Tour is included in the Gardens admission. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, 18220 North Highway One, Fort Bragg
Fee: $10/ $7.50 Seniors/$4 Juniors/$2 ChildrenTime: Walk starts at 8 a.m. (call for seasonal hours of operation) Phone Number: (707) 964.6362 - First Monday of Every Month
-- Botanical Garden: Staff-Led Tours
Recreation: Join staff gardener and Naturalist Mario Abreu for an informative walk through the Gardens! Topics include natural history of the gardens, native plants and mushrooms (during the winter). Walk begins at the Garden Store. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, 18220 North Hwy One, Ft. Bragg
Fee: $10/$7.50 Seniors/$4 Juniors/$2 ChildrenTime: 1:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 964.4352 - TBA
-- New Years Eve at Mendocino Hotel
Celebration, Dining: Ring in the New Year at the Mendocino Hotel. Price includes five-course dinner in the Victorian Dining Room, a bottle of Scharffenberger sparkling wine, music & dancing in the Garden Room with DJ Andre and party favors. 45080 Main Street, Mendocino
Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 5:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 937.0511 - TBA
-- Community Christmas Concert
Holiday, Live Music: Gloriana Carolers perform dressed in vintage costumes. 12/15 at the Mendocino Presbyterian Church, 44831 Main St., Mendocino, and on 12/16 at First Baptist Church, E. Pine and Franklin, Fort Bragg.
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 964.SHOW - TBA
-- Willits Holiday Crafts Fair
Holiday, Fair: Featuring art work & handmade craft items with many new artists participating this year. Homemade food will be provided by the Willits Charter School and local musicians will perform. Kids fair on Sat. only. Willits Community Center, 111 E. Commercial St.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 459.3411 - TBA
-- 14th Annual Winter Solstice Celebration & Spiral Dance
Celebration: The Spiral Dance is a yearly tradition in Willits, it is a non-denominational celebration of the Midwinter season, the longest night, the time of "Sun return"...291 School Street, Willits
Fee: $5-$10 Adults/$10 Families (donation)Time: Call for information Phone Number: (707) 459.4499 - TBA
-- Christmas Dinner at Mendocino Hotel
Holiday, Dining: Christmas Dinner at Mendocino Hotel. Have a wonderful Christmas Dinner in an elegant setting. 45080 Main Street, Mendocino
Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: Seatings from 3 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 937.0511 - TBA
-- Handel's Messiah Sing-Along
Performing Arts, Live Music: scores provided or bring your own Benefit for Mendocino Presbyterian Church Historical Preservation Fund Mendocino Presbyterian Church, Mendocino
Fee: $7Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 82.OPERA - TBA
-- Holiday Lights Parade
Holiday, Family Fun: Lighted parade, Christmas tree lighting, carolers, and Santa! Downtown Fort Bragg
Fee: FreeTime: Call for Information Phone Number: (707) 961.6300
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