Week of Events
Monday, August 10, 2026
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August 10, 2026 -Short Film Festival Submissions
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August 10, 2026 -Art Explorers’ Artwork at Mendocino Businesses
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August 10, 2026 -Manchester State Park Birdwatching Walk
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August 10, 2026 -Monday Night Jazz Jam @ Tall Guy
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August 10, 2026 -Little Feat @ Fox Theater
Short Film Festival Submissions
The Point Arena Theater's Fourth Annual Short Film Festival, happening this November. They are looking for entries in the following categories: International • Local & Regional • Comedy • Student • Animation • Music • Environmental • Queer Pride • Indigenous/Native Peoples Films must be 20 minutes or less, submit your screener, synopsis of your film, […]
Art Explorers’ Artwork at Mendocino Businesses
Throughout the month of July Art Explorers’ Disability Pride programming, has partnered with local businesses to display artwork and educational materials throughout the County for the month. Each participating business will host a small installation consisting of two framed pieces: one featuring original artwork by an Art Explorers studio artist, and the other sharing information […]
Manchester State Park Birdwatching Walk
This summer Monday afternoons join Manchester State Park Ranges for a short half mile walk & meet the local feathered friends. Binoculars are provided for use during the program. Wear suitable shoes and dress in layers. Restrooms are located at the trailhead. Note: this trail is not currently ADA accessible and except for service animals […]
Monday Night Jazz Jam @ Tall Guy
The Mendocino Jazz Society hosts a weekly jazz session. All ages, 6-9 p.m.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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August 11, 2026 -Mendo Headlands History Hike
Mendo Headlands History Hike
Join Park Interpreter, Anica Williams, for an interactive hike through the Mendocino Headlands State Park’s history and become acquainted with some of its characters! It’s about a mile loop, mostly flat. Wear suitable shoes and dress in layers. Restrooms located just East of the Ford House. Note: this trail is not currently ADA accessible. Meet […]
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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August 12, 2026 -Short Film Festival Submissions
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August 12, 2026 -Art Explorers’ Artwork at Mendocino Businesses
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August 12, 2026 -Glass Beach Information Table
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August 12, 2026 -Creative Writing Workshop
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August 12, 2026 -Tedeschi Trucks Band @ Greek
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August 12, 2026 -Lincoln Andrews @ Heritage House
Short Film Festival Submissions
The Point Arena Theater's Fourth Annual Short Film Festival, happening this November. They are looking for entries in the following categories: International • Local & Regional • Comedy • Student • Animation • Music • Environmental • Queer Pride • Indigenous/Native Peoples Films must be 20 minutes or less, submit your screener, synopsis of your film, […]
Art Explorers’ Artwork at Mendocino Businesses
Throughout the month of July Art Explorers’ Disability Pride programming, has partnered with local businesses to display artwork and educational materials throughout the County for the month. Each participating business will host a small installation consisting of two framed pieces: one featuring original artwork by an Art Explorers studio artist, and the other sharing information […]
Glass Beach Information Table
Wednesday morning's stop by this "information station" to learn the fascinating history of Glass Beach! Learn where the glass came from, how the glass got here, and what we all can do to protect this unique area of MacKerricher State Park. Location: Follow the gravel trail leading west from Glass Beach Parking area. The table […]
Creative Writing Workshop
The monthly workshop at the Fort Bragg Library, taught by published author. each month will feature a different genre/style/or theme. Open and free to all adults. Bring your notebooks and pencils. This month: Romance with Kailyn McCord on Wednesday, August 12, 2-3:30 pm
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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August 13, 2026 -Short Film Festival Submissions
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August 13, 2026 -Junior Rangers @ MacKerricher
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August 13, 2026 -Tech Help at Ukiah Library
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August 13, 2026 -Harbor Seal Spotting
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August 13, 2026 -Poetry Writing Workshop
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August 13, 2026 -Billy Schieve @ Heritage House
Short Film Festival Submissions
The Point Arena Theater's Fourth Annual Short Film Festival, happening this November. They are looking for entries in the following categories: International • Local & Regional • Comedy • Student • Animation • Music • Environmental • Queer Pride • Indigenous/Native Peoples Films must be 20 minutes or less, submit your screener, synopsis of your film, […]
Junior Rangers @ MacKerricher
Junior Rangers is a fun, interactive program offers youth, ages 7-12, the opportunity to become Junior Rangers. Junior Rangers hike trails, play games, observe nature, create art, experience history, and practice science in some of the most special places in California. Best of all, Junior Ranger Programs cost no additional fee. Location: Laguna Point parking […]
Tech Help at Ukiah Library
Twice a week the Ukiah Library staff and volunteers are available to help you one-on-one with your eBooks & streaming media, laptop / tablet / smartphone help email & social media and basic software & internet help, Help is on a first come, first served basis. No need to make an appointment, just walk-in Thursday […]
Harbor Seal Spotting
Join State Park Interpreter, Kat, to spot harbor seals with binoculars. provided. Learn about MacKerricher State Park's resident population of harbor seals, how they survive harsh ocean conditions, and what makes these animals worth every "aww" moment Thursdays at 10am Location: Follow the Laguna Point boardwalk to the farthest overlook platform
Poetry Writing Workshop
Find your inner poet at the Poetry Writing Workshop for Adults on the Second Thursday of the month, 3-4:30 pm at the Fort Bragg Library
Friday, August 14, 2026
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August 14, 2026 -Harm Reduction Supplies
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August 14, 2026 -Reggae On The River
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August 14, 2026 -Redwood Senior Center Tech Help
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August 14, 2026 -Junior Rangers Friday
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August 14, 2026 -Silent Book Club
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August 14, 2026 -Bounce to the Stars
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August 14, 2026 -Teen Art Workshops
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August 14, 2026 -Fort Bragg Skate Night
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August 14, 2026 -Frankie and the Lost Souls @ Mendo Grove
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August 14, 2026 -Campfire Story Time
Harm Reduction Supplies
The team from MCAVHN Care and Prevention Network will be at the Fort Bragg Food Bank the second Friday of the month. Whether you're looking for harm reduction supplies, information, resources, or support, their knowledgeable and compassionate staff are here to help. Stop by, say hello, and access the services you need in a welcoming […]
Reggae On The River
Reggae On The River happens August 14 through August 16 at the County Line Ranch in Piercy, Details at Reggae On The River
Redwood Senior Center Tech Help
The second Friday of the month there will be tech holp at the Redwood Senior Center to help with your laptops / cell phones / tablets., email & social media plus basic software & internet help Bring your device/s, your login information and your questions. These events will be taught by staff from the Mendocino […]
Junior Rangers Friday
Junior Rangers is a fun, interactive program offering kids ages 7-12, the opportunity to become Junior Rangers. Junior Rangers hike trails, play games, observe nature, create art, experience history, and practice science in some of the most special places in California. Best of all, Junior Ranger Programs cost no additional fee, Friday afternoons at 1pm […]
Silent Book Club
The second Friday of the month enjoy a peaceful hour of reading you favorite book at the Coast Community Library for the Silent Book Club. Coffee and tea will be provied
Bounce to the Stars
The City of Ukiah will be hosting “Bounce to the Stars,” an evening of family friendly activities and star gazing at the Ukiah Latitude Observatory on Friday, August 14th. The event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. and will feature free bounce houses, arts and crafts, and inflatable planetarium. The interpretive center will […]
Teen Art Workshops
Looking for a fun and creative way for teens to spend Friday evenings? Join artist and educator Norma Trejo for a series of monthly free art sessions designed exclusively for teens.These welcoming, hands-on classes are open to teens of all experience levels—from beginners to more practiced young artists. Participants will have the chance to explore […]
Fort Bragg Skate Night
Friday night in Fort Bragg is skate night at the Old Rec Center from 6 to 8. Rent a pair of skates of bring your own skates
Campfire Story Time
Gather around the campfire at MacKerricher State Park for the lively, children's story of" Why?" Written by State Park Interpreter Kat! This interactive story about curiosity and belonging introduces young nature lovers to the creatures of MacKerricher State Park and the reasons why each one is important. Stick around after the story for campfire s'mores […]
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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August 15, 2026 -Art Explorers’ Artwork at Mendocino Businesses
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August 15, 2026 -Nature Journaling Workshop
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August 15, 2026 -Blackberry Festival
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August 15, 2026 -Tech Help at Ukiah Library
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August 15, 2026 -Bilingual Storytime
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August 15, 2026 -Westport Fire Dept BBQ
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August 15, 2026 -Reggae On The River
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August 15, 2026 -Junior Rangers Saturday
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August 15, 2026 -LOBA Poetry Series
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August 15, 2026 -Lauralee Brown & Co @ Caspar RV Park
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August 15, 2026 -Campfire Program: “That’s Weird!”
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August 15, 2026 -Mother Earth & County Joe 1967
Art Explorers’ Artwork at Mendocino Businesses
Throughout the month of July Art Explorers’ Disability Pride programming, has partnered with local businesses to display artwork and educational materials throughout the County for the month. Each participating business will host a small installation consisting of two framed pieces: one featuring original artwork by an Art Explorers studio artist, and the other sharing information […]
Nature Journaling Workshop
The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens will have at two day Nature Journaling Workshop August 15 and 16. Begin your nature journaling journey by creating a custom hardcover journal with pages for sketching, painting, writing, and collecting field samples. Then learn observation, drawing, and nature journaling techniques to deepen your connection to the natural world. On […]
Blackberry Festival
The weekend of August 15 and 16 will be the 43rd Annual Blackberry Festival with music, art, food, wine tasting, kids activates and lots of blackberry delicacies ssponsored by Friends of the Round Valley Library
Tech Help at Ukiah Library
Twice a week the Ukiah Library staff and volunteers are available to help you one-on-one with your eBooks & streaming media, laptop / tablet / smartphone help email & social media and basic software & internet help, Help is on a first come, first served basis. No need to make an appointment, just walk-in Thursday […]
Bilingual Storytime
Saturday mornings bring your little ones, ages 0 to5, for Bilingual Storytime at the Ukiah Library. It will be and interactive story time in English and Spanish with lively read -a-louds, playful song and lost of wiggles
Westport Fire Dept BBQ
Come out to support the Westport Volunteer fire Department with music from Burning Down the House, Steven Bastes Band, West of Nowhere, steven Bates solo plus a BBQ Chicken all on Saturday August 15.
Reggae On The River
Reggae On The River happens August 14 through August 16 at the County Line Ranch in Piercy, Details at Reggae On The River
Junior Rangers Saturday
Junior Rangers is a fun, interactive program offers youth, ages 7-12, the opportunity to become Junior Rangers. Junior Rangers hike trails, play games, observe nature, create art, experience history, and practice science in some of the most special places in California. Best of all, Junior Ranger Programs cost no additional fee. Saturdays at 1pm Location: […]
LOBA Poetry Series
Join Ukiah Branch Library staff for a author events in-person on the third Saturdays of each month at 3 p.m. This free event is open to both teens and adults. All are invited to share poems in any form or style or just listen to others. This month’s featured guest is, Dave Seter, Sonoma County […]
Campfire Program: “That’s Weird!”
Saturday nights gather around the campfire to learn about the wonderfully weird creatures that call MacKerricher State Park home! From neon nudibranchs to slimy slugs, amazing anemone to adventurous amphibians- campers are guaranteed to sing and laugh along with this fun, family friendly program. Stick around after the program for campfire s'mores (provided). Location: MacKerricher […]
Mother Earth & County Joe 1967
Saturday Night Super Stars for August 15 will be Mother Earth and County Joe and The Fish recorded in San Francisco in 1967
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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August 16, 2026 -Nature Journaling Workshop
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August 16, 2026 -Blackberry Festival
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August 16, 2026 -Reggae On The River
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August 16, 2026 -Greenwood State Beach Tabling
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August 16, 2026 -Free Hot Meals
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August 16, 2026 -Sundays in the Park Concerts
Nature Journaling Workshop
The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens will have at two day Nature Journaling Workshop August 15 and 16. Begin your nature journaling journey by creating a custom hardcover journal with pages for sketching, painting, writing, and collecting field samples. Then learn observation, drawing, and nature journaling techniques to deepen your connection to the natural world. On […]
Blackberry Festival
The weekend of August 15 and 16 will be the 43rd Annual Blackberry Festival with music, art, food, wine tasting, kids activates and lots of blackberry delicacies ssponsored by Friends of the Round Valley Library
Reggae On The River
Reggae On The River happens August 14 through August 16 at the County Line Ranch in Piercy, Details at Reggae On The River
Greenwood State Beach Tabling
Join CA State Park Interpreter and Elk local, Anica Williams, for a game of coastal bingo and discover the natural and human history of Greenwood State Beach. All programs are free and open to the public Sunday afternoons. All Ages, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. Rain cancels. Location: Greenwood State Beach, Day […]
Free Hot Meals
The third Sunday of every month, parishioners of St. Michael & All Angels Church and members of the community prepare a free meal in the church kitchen for curbside pickup. There is always a main dish, veggies or salad and dessert served from 4 to 5pm. Volunteer Cooks are needed for meal menu planning and […]
Sundays in the Park Concerts
Sundays in the Park Free Concert Summer Series is back on Todd Grover Park. Pack a picnic or indulge in food prepared by vendors who are onsite with everything from pizza to shave ice! Bring a blanket and gather with your family, friends, and neighbors. Please, no pets and no smoking within the main event […]