Mendocino County - February Events

• February 20-21 -- 5th Annual International Alsace Varietals Festival
  Wine Education: Over 20 wineries from around the world will participate in this annual festival celebrating Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc prepared in the classic style of these noble Alsace varietals. Tickets go on sale November 1, 2009.
  Fee: VariesTime: Varies Phone Number: (707) 895.WINE

Ongoing Events

• 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

• 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 -- Nelson Family Vineyards Red Wine & Chocolate
  Celebration, Food & Wine Education: Indulge in local artisanal dark chocolate truffles and other chocolate delicacies from locally produced Mendocino County specialty shops. Along with a dizzying array of wine and chocolate combinations, guests will enjoy tasting sustainably grown wines from the barrel and live music in a unique setting. 550 Nelson Ranch Rd., Ukiah
  Fee: $20Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 462.3755

• TBA -- Mendocino Art Center's Open House & Studios Tour
  Exhibition, Reception: Enjoy a behind-the-scenes self-guided tour of the Art Center and get a sneak preview of exciting upcoming workshops. Check out on-going art demonstrations in ceramics, sculpture, jewelry fabrication, painting, fiber arts and digital arts. 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino
  Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 937.5818

• TBA -- 2nd Annual Fabulous Mardi Gras Party
  Celebration, Benefit: Come celebrate Mardi Gras with the Brown Brothers Blues band. Costumes/masks encouraged. A benefit for the Mendocino Art Center Sculpture Department. Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino
  Fee: $10Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 937.5818