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GALLERY OF ARTISTS
simply sublimeFused Glass and Lampwork Jewelry
by artist Marianne Baxter. Visit my Studio during the
Studio Discovery Tour, Labor Day Weekend and
the weekend after. www.studio-tours.com
707 785-9513 www.simplyseablimejewelry.com
Marion Bush Mixed Media
Shown at the Mendocino Art Center, and Spiral Gallery, Estacada, Oregon.707 937-3846 or 503 630-3080 [email protected]
robert BurridgeContemporary Painter
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Jim colling studio & Gallery
Marines, Landscapes,Seascapes in Acrylic & OilView original paintings,
prints, and greeting cards at The Jim Colling Gallery.
“No Risk” Commissions • www.JimColling.com1170 Sanford Ranch Road, Ukiah, CA 95482
707 463-0610 • [email protected]
Maeve croghan Nature Painter
The paintings are begun plein air, conveying the essence of my Nature subject.
Studio visits by appointment. 707 937-3475 www.maeve-croghan.com
celtic creations Jewelry Studio GalleryJewelry artists Chris and Shani Christenson create fine Celtic and nature-inspired jewelry and specialize in custom wedding rings.
707 937-1223 • [email protected]
Lynne ButlerBrilliant Paintings on Handthrown Pottery
Available at the MAC Gift Shop
Shown by appointment: 707 937-1215
doug desmondWatercolors, Oils, Graphite,
Pen & Ink, Etchings
May be seen at Prentice Gallery, Mendocino
Studio by appointment only:[email protected]
www.dougdesmond.com
elliott dennett, GG Fine hand fabricated jewelry
Specializing in micro-pavé diamond setting and laser repairs.Featured at Old GoldCorner of Albion and Lansing streets, Mendocino707 937-5005
Blackberry Hill Photography Photographs and CDs
Explore scenic Mendocino through our high resolution photographs which you can use for personal projects, calendars, cards, vacation albums, etc. Visit our Web site for CD information.
www.blackberryhillonline.com 707 962-4372
Upstairs corner of Main & Kasten streets, Mendocino
www.RobertBurridge.com
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GALLERY OF ARTISTSHeath Frost
Handmade Books & Altar Cards
Inspirational text with unusual book
structures and papers. [email protected]
Visit my Web site:www.heathfrost.com
Liz Haapanen
HEAVEN & EARTHBODY THERAPY
At the Caspar Gardens
964-1674
Jacquelyn Hewitt Oil Pastels, Sculpture,
Clothing Design
Shown locally at Glass Fire Gallery, Fort Bragg, Icons and MAC, Mendocino. Post Grad Degree Burren College of Art, Ireland.
sarah HarringtonPhotography
Images of Mendocino, the California Coast and
the View of Mendocino. Prints are available on my Web site. If you
enjoy nature and landscape photography, please visit my
Web site at:
www.harringtonphotos.com
the world of suzi LongPastels
Suzi Marquess Long showcases her beautiful paintings in a unique watertower gallery. Don’t miss this! Try the drop-in travel sketch-ing class, 10–11:30 am, Th–Sun for only $35! 707 937-5664. Corner Albion and Kasten in Mendocino. [email protected] www.mendoscenery.com
ArtstructSet the mood for your dwelling with an ArtStruct door.
Artistically based, functional design.
Yorgen Quent
Kvinsland
707937-6242
Julie HigginsOriginal Pastels, Paintings,
and Prints
Studio visits by appointment. 707 937-4707
www.artistjuliehiggins.com [email protected]
John Hewitt twsAWatercolor and Oil Paintings
For workshop listings and galleries, see Web site.
Hewitt Gallery on Lansing Street (at Mendo Burger)
J. robert GriegoSee Griego’s sculptures at these upcoming shows:
JUNE 2011 – Firehouse Gallery, Pleasanton, CAJULY 2011 – Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino, CAArata Gallery, San Francisco, CA
www.griegostudios.com
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GALLERY OF ARTISTS
Leone Mcneil MFAStained Glass & Painting
A stained glass designer for forty-five years, but I recently returned to an
old love - painting!
www.LeoneMcNeil.com
Based in Mendocino 35 years!
Birgit o’connorWatercolor Artist, Author,
Instructor
Instructional DVD’s Workshops at the Mendocino
Art Center
415-868-0105www.birgitoconnor.com
turned round in My Boots and walking tractor
Memoirs by Bruce Patterson
Books, stories and snapshots at:www.4mules.com
More information at: www.heydaybooks.com
“An American original.” Robert Butler, Pulitzer Prize-winning author
Janis PorterWatercolors
Coastal scenes, land-scapes, flowers, etc.Shown at Edgewater Gallery, Prentice Gallery, La Petite Rive Restaurant,
Stevenswood, and the Mendocino Art Center.707-964-8884 Edgewater Gallery Artist
Mickie MccormicPrintmaking / Fiber Art
Image transfer workshops, in Southern Oregon and in Mendocino — inkjet transfers and Solarplate applications. Info about instructional DVDs at www.mickiemccormic.com
Margaret’s Antique and Vintage sterling silver spoon rings
Solid Sterling Silver
My rings are hand-crafted from original STERLING handles that were cast
50–100+ years ago. Free custom sizing.
707 964-9483 [email protected]
Jack McBrideFine Art Photographs
Photographing Mendocino since 1987. See more at the Highlight Gallery or
McBridePhotoGraphics.com
trish orchardOil Paintings and Pastels
Plein Air and Studio Paintings
Visit trishorchard.comCommissions also
welcomed
christalene Loren Fantasy Sculptures in
CementWorkshops:
Sculpting with Surface Bonding Cement, and Extreme Paper Mache
this summer at the Mendocino Art Center.
707 987-0840 www.dragonmaker.com
Larain MathesonPaintings, Encaustic, Oils, Pastels, Figure Drawings
Art inspired from nature, multi-media experienced original art-ist/workshops. Matheson Design Gallery, Gualala. Visit Open Studio
707-884-9025 www.Larainmathesonart.com
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GALLERY OF ARTISTS
Lynne Prentice Prentice Gallery
45110 Main St., Mendocino 707 937-5205 www.prenticefineart.com
robert rhoadesPaintings, Original Prints, Sculpture
Art Professor, teaches drawing, painting, and printmaking, also leads exclusive art and
culture tours.
View work at North Coast Artists Gallery and
www.creekwoodstudios.com
rush studioCustom Gold and Silver Jewelry and Repairs 38 Years ExperienceShowing Wednesdays at Prentice Gallery, 45110 Main Street, MendocinoAlso at Elk Collective Gallery, ElkThe Dolphin Gallery, Gualala 707 882-2441 • RushStudio.com
cherie shelleyMixed Media
If you are interested in seeing more of my work, please contact me at: [email protected] and I will email youphotos from my Web site in progress.
Paul stein studio/cow House
Gallery Contemporary wheel thrown
porcelain vessels, sculpture and tiles.
ManchesterBy appointment: 707 882-2686New Collapsed Porcelain Form
2006
Yarrow summersPaintings and Adornments
North Coast Artists - Fort Bragg
Mendocino Art CenterIcons - Mendocino
Options - Healdsburg
707 937-1419www.Yarrowsummers.com
Larry r. wagnerPortraits, Photo Art, and
Event Photos
Photographed and produced “Artists of the Mendocino Coast,” volumes 1 and 2 and MAC 50th Anniversary Calendarwww.wagnerphotoart.com
[email protected] 707 964-5063
Leona Fern waldenwww.WeddingPhotographs.com
Specializing in Intimate Outdoor Weddings on the Mendocino Coast Since 1995.
Class & Family PortraitsBy Appt. 707 937-0900
willits center for the Arts Monthly art exhibits
Open: Thursday & Friday 4:00–7:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 12:00–3:00 p.m.Rental space for events
71 East Commercial StreetWillits CA 95490
(707) 459-1726www.willitscenterforthearts.org
cynthia crocker scott
Painter of sky, sea, land, and life
Shown at Highlight Gallery and MAC
www.pleinairpaintersmendocino.comwww.mowsart.com [email protected]
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The Mendocino Art Center Needs You!Support the Arts by becoming a
Member, and give yourself the gift of art…
Become a Mendocino Art Center member — and a “MAC Insider” — with newly added benefits for joining, and please consider joining at the highest possible level.
Your membership directly supports the Mendocino Art Center, bringing vital cultural programs to the community, including unique gallery shows, youth programs, low-cost open studios, art fairs and musical concerts, world-class art workshops taught by some of the country’s finest instructors, and exhibitions opportunities for local and national artists.
benefIts At All levels:10% discount on each workshop registration. 15% discount for Mendocino County MAC members. ❖
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sustAInIng: $250All of the above and invita-tions to special gallery events.
PAtron: $500All of the above and your name on a gallery plaque.
CHAmPIon: $750All of the above and a commemorative tile with wording of your choice on the Zacha Tile Walkway.
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Three Sisters
112 S. School Street, Ukiah707-462-2320
Mon. – Fri. 10–5:30, Sat. 10–5 www.threesistersukiah.com
Gifts forBody, Mind & Soul
431 South Main Street, Ukiah(707) 467-2836 • www.gracehudsonmuseum.org
Hours: Wed.–Sat., 10:00–4:30 • Sun., Noon–4:30Admission $4 per person, $10 per family,
$3 for seniors and students, free to members.
Grace Hudson Museum and Sun House
Meadows and Mountains: The Art of William F. Jackson
Tracing the career of William F. Jackson, Sacramento’s leading painter during the late 19th century and early 20th century.
July 2, 2011–September 25, 2011
BooksClassesYarnNatural & SyntheticGift Certificates
180 S. School St. Ukiah, CA (707) 462-0544
email: [email protected]
Ukiah Valley Artists CO-OP
3rd Annual
UKIAH VALLEY ART FAIRE
SATURDAY
JUNE 4, 201110:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
(In case of rain, event will be rescheduled to June 11)
at theGrace Hudson Museum Gardens
431 South Main Street, Ukiah, CA
INFORmATION:Jim Colling, 463-0610 or Hette Amade, 743-1431
Email: [email protected]
A percentage of all sales will be donated to the Grace Hudson Museum Guild.
Arts Crafts Music Prizes
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By Natasha Yim
It’s opening night, and a palpable excitement hangs in the air. Actors review lines backstage. Directors make last minute adjustments. The auditorium hums with conversation. Is this a new Broadway play? A much-anticipated Andrew Lloyd Webber production? No, it’s the annual New Plays Festival at Mendocino College.
“This has become one of the most well-attended and cherished events of the college theatre season,” says Producer and Theatre Director Reid Edelman.
For one weekend in May, the community comes together to watch eight to ten 10-minute plays written by local play-wrights and direct-ed by students in Edelman’s directing class. The plays have included drama, comedy, and even musicals, which play to a sell-out crowd every year.
The New Plays Festival began hum-bly enough in 2002 when Edelman and Eng l ish profes-sor Jody Gehrman decided to provide their students an opportunity to put into practice what they’d learned. It was little more than a staged reading then, with no sets, and few costumes. “However,” Edelman says, “the energy and excitement generated by the first couple of events warranted a full annual production.”
In 2004, they expanded the process, holding open audi-tions and inviting writers from the surrounding counties (Mendocino, Lake and Sonoma) to submit plays, which are read by a screening committee made up of Edelman, Gehrman, and one or two other readers. Twenty to 25 plays are then selected and given anonymously to students in
Roseanne Wetzel and Jake Stoepler in Corinna Rogers’ Perfect Results (directed by David Wolf), 2010 New Plays Festival. All photos: David Wolf.
Edelman’s directing class. The directors list their top three choices, cite reasons for choosing the plays, and present their creative visions for casting and directing. In matching directors to plays Gehrman says, ”We look at the balance of the show, personalities of writers and directors, and how capable a director is of handling the challenges of a particular play.” Generally, though, directors get their first or second choice. On average, the committee receives about 60 to 80 plays annually, but last year topped 100, a testament to the increasing popularity of the New Plays Festival.
Whittling 100 plays down to the final eight to ten is no easy task. Edelman looks for plays that “tel l a compel-ling story through authentic dramatic action.” He advises playwrights to focus on human interac-tions and dialogue.
“Ten-minute plays are not skits,” G ehr man s ay s . “They have a begin-ning, middle, and end and are driven by conflict, compel-ling characters, and engaging dialogue.” And naturally, they
need to fit into the ten minute time constraint. Budgetary limitations, as well as quick transitions between plays, neces-sitate minimal sets and costumes.
As the producer of the show, Edelman offers guidance to the directors. He attends at least two rehearsals for each play, all the dress rehearsals, and coordinates the technical aspects like lighting and sound. He delights in helping students work through the challenges and intricacies of the casting process, watching the playwrights and directors interact at rehearsals, and experiencing the thrill of opening night. However, the
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most exciting aspect of the festival for him is getting out of the students’ way. “I’m there as a resource, but the festival really belongs to the students.”
As the dramaturge, Gehrman handles the literary aspects of the production. She supports and guides writers through the playwriting process. “Sometimes a script shows promise, but isn’t quite there yet,” she says. Occasionally, she mediates conflicting creative issues between writer and director.
Edelman encourages the playwright and the director to have productive and mutually respectful conversations about the play. “The most important thing is that the playwrights see their vision executed as they imagined it. But sometimes a playwright’s initial idea is not in the best service of the play. The director might be better equipped to offer effective approaches for bringing that vision to life on stage.”
Edelman recommends that those who want to direct do as much acting as they can. He feels that a good direc-tor needs to understand how actors work. He also suggests that they try writing their own plays. “A director who has at least attempted to write a play will have a greater apprecia-tion of how difficult it is to write a good play and of how
Rose Summers and Aaron Rosen in Brittany Ray’s Wayside (directed by Maria Monti), 2010 New Plays Festival.
Kristy Tucker and Corinna Rogers in Victoria Shaul’s does Mother Know Best? (directed by Margie Loesch), 2010 New Plays Festival.
vulnerable playwrights are when they pass off their script to a director.”
Gehrman and Edelman advise potential playwrights to read a lot of plays, attend plays and playwriting classes, and recognize that writing for the stage is very different than writing for other genres. Anyone wanting to venture into playwriting can submit original ten-minute plays to Jody Gehrman at [email protected]. The submission deadline for the New Plays Festival is February 14 every year. Gehrman can also be contacted at 707 468-3150.
For those who want the ultimate playwriting challenge, the 24-hour Play Festival offers an adrenaline-pumping the-atrical experience. As the name suggests, plays are written and performed in a 24-hour period by seven or eight teams of actors, directors, and writers (join a team or round up your own) who gather at Ukiah Players Theatre on the scheduled evening to pick a random theme. Writers have 12 hours (from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) to write a play on the chosen theme, and actors and directors have 12 hours (from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) to rehearse their lines and stage it. The plays are then performed at UPT at 8:00 p.m. on a Saturday night. Past themes have included Death, Travel, and Poison and Insane. They’re often vague and broad enough to lend themselves to a wide variety of interpretations, resulting in performances that are zany, hilariously raucous, and just plain fun.
For those interested in participating in the 24-Hour Play Festival (as a writer, director or actor) contact Shelley Aisner at [email protected], or 707 462-1210.
Natasha Yim has recently returned from Sydney, Australia, where her ten-minute play, Playing with Knives, was performed at the Newtown Theatre for the Short+Sweet International Ten Minute Play Festival.
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MENDOCINO COUNTY COAST
April 28–May 29 — The PIllowmAn. A multi-award winning, gripping dark comedy by Martin McDonagh. Thu.–Sat., 8pm. May 1, 22 & 29, 2pm. Mendocino Theatre Company, 45200 Little Lake St., Mendocino. 707 937-4477. mendocinotheatre.org April 29–May 29 — eighth Annual HerItAge DAys of menDoCIno County. Museums and organizations county-wide contribute tours, displays and talks. MendocinoHeritage.org
May 6–30 — QuIlt sHow. Reception: May 7, 5pm–8pm. Wed.–Mon, 10am–5pm. Partners Gallery, 335 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg. 707 962-0233. partnersgallery.com
May 7 — mendocino Art Center’s rHoDoDenDron bAll. Enjoy a dessert buffet, wine, champagne, and dancing to the rhythm and blues of Smoke N Mirrors, featuring Tommy Brown. Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake St., Mendocino. 707 937-5818. MendocinoArtCenter.org
May 14 — tHe met lIve In HD, DIe wAlküre. A stellar cast (Bryn Terfel, Deborah Voigt) comes together for this second installment of Robert Lepage’s new production of Richard Wagner’s Ring cycle, conducted by James Levine. 9am. Arena Theater, 214 Main St., Point Arena. 707 882-3272. arenatheater.org
Pictured: Bryn Terfel. Photo: Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera
May 14 — JulIA kIerstIne, soprano and DAnIel loCkert, Piano In ConCert. Presentation of songs and arias. 7pm. Cotton Auditorium, corner of Fir and Harold streets, Fort Bragg. 707 964-SHOW. gloriana.org
May 28 — Art (and more!) off tHe wAll. Festive evening of great food, art and experiences. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Rd., Gualala. 800 838-3006. GualalaArts.org
May 28–29 — fIne Arts fAIr. Intimate two-day arts festival. Art, food and entertainment. 10am–5pm. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Rd., Gualala. 707 884-1138. GualalaArts.org
June 3–5 — menDoCIno fIlm festIvAl. An intimate and selective program of films. Featuring special guest appearances and a rich assortment of curated films. MendocinoFilmFestival.org
June 4 — blues on tHe CoAst with JoHn lee Hooker, Jr. Hooker skillfully reproduces his father’s rough Delta blues style, but tends to gravitate to a smoother, more urban approach. 8:30pm. Arena Theater, 214 Main St., Point Arena. 707 882-3272. arenatheater.org
June 5 — los Angeles PHIlHArmonIC lIve In HD. Dudamel conducts Brahms. Live broadcast presenting the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra with guest musicians Renaud (violin) and Gautier Capuçon (cello) performing Brahms’ Double Concerto, his final orchestral work. 2pm. Arena Theater, 214 Main St., Point Arena. 707 882-3272. arenatheater.org
June 9–July 17 — She STooPS To Conquer. A hilarious farce full of witty social commentary by Oliver Goldsmith. Thu.–Sat., 8pm and June 12, July 10 & 17, 2pm. Mendocino Theatre Company, 45200 Little Lake St., Mendocino. 707 937-4477. mendocinotheatre.org
Upcoming Mendocino Art Center Events:
May 7 – Rhododendron BallJune 25 – 19th Annual Mendocino Coast Garden TourJuly 16-17 – 52nd Annual Summer Arts & Crafts Fair
See the Mendocino Art Center Exhibition Schedule on page 26 707 937-5818 • 800 653-3328 • www MendocinoArtCenter org
May through August, 2011i
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June 25 — mendocino Art Center’s 19th Annual menDoCIno CoAst gArDen tour. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes glimpse of some of the Mendocino Coast’s most beautiful gardens on this self-guided tour. 10am–5pm. 707 937-5818. MendocinoArtCenter.org
Photo: Robert Jamgochian
June 30–August 1 — new work by mInA CoHen. Reception: July 1, 5pm–8pm. Wed.–Mon, 10am–5pm. Partners Gallery, 335 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg. 707 962-0233. partnersgallery.com
July 9–10 — the ninth Annual summer CHAmber musIC weekenD. Pianist Roy Bogas and Friends. 4pm. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Rd., Gualala. 707 884-1138. GualalaArts.org
July 9–23 — menDoCIno musIC festIvAl: 25tH AnnIversAry. Maestro Allan Pollack presents Orchestra: Bernstein, Adams, Gershwin; “Tonight Show” Music Director Kevin Eubanks; Bernstein on Broadway; Travelin’ McCoury’s bluegrass; Irresistible Grooves! Explore rhythms in American
music; OperaFest: Unforgettable Moments Opera; Big Band; Julian Waterfall Pollack Jazz; San Jose Taiko; Orchestra: Piazzolla, Stravinsky, Gorecki, Ravel;Chamber Orchestra: Vivaldi, Bach, Respighi, Tchaikovsky; Bettye LaVette: Great Lady of Soul; Orchestra and Chorus: Mahler, Schubert, Mozart.
Performance tent, Mendocino Headlands State Park, Main St., Mendocino. 707 937-4041. mendocinomusic.com
July 15 — over tHe gArDen fenCe. Tour demonstration gardens, learn design tips for container gardens and floral dis-play, and much more. 11am–3pm. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, 18220 N. Highway 1, Fort Bragg. 707 964-4352, ext. 10. gardenbythesea.org
July 16 — Third Annual Auto sHow. Over 50 autos and motor-cycles on display, including race-cars and trucks and a Pine Wood Derby. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Rd., Gualala. 707 884-1138. GualalaArts.org
July 16–17 — 52nd Annual summer Arts & CrAfts fAIr. Fifty juried arts and crafts booths display a quality mixture of unique handmade artwork, including glass works, fiber wearables, jewelry, functional and sculptural ceramics, paintings, photography and more. Food and live music. 10am–5pm. Free. Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake St, Mendocino. 707 937-5818. MendocinoArtCenter.org
July 22–24 and 29–31 — one Flew over The CuCkoo’S neST. By Dale Wasserman from the novel by Ken Kesey. Fri. & Sat., 7:30pm. Sun., 2pm. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Rd., Gualala. 707 884-1138. GualalaArts.org
July 28–September 4 — The PAvIlIon. A sweepingly romantic modern classic by Craig Wright. Thu.–Sat., 8pm. July 31, August 28, September 4, 2pm. Mendocino Theatre Company, 45200 Little Lake St., Mendocino. 707 937-4477. mendocinotheatre.org
August 4–29 — new work by kAren urbAnek. Reception: August 5, 5pm–8pm. Wed.–Mon, 10am–5pm. Partners Gallery, 335 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg. 707 962-0233. partnersgallery.com
August 6 — Art In tHe gArDens. The best California art-ists, musicians, and wine makers bring their perspectives, skills and original art to the Gardens. 10am–5pm. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, 18220 N. Highway 1, Fort Bragg. 707 964-4352, ext. 10. gardenbythesea.org
August 5–7 and 12–14 — glorIAnA’s BroADwAy! 35 yeArS AnD CounTIng… A tribute to Gloriana’s illustrious past and featuring spectacular numbers from newer and current Broadway shows, some of which Gloriana will present in the future. Fri.–Sat., 7:30pm. Sun., 2pm. Cotton Auditorium, corner of Fir and Harold streets, Fort Bragg. 707 964-SHOW. gloriana.org
August 18–September 4 — Art In tHe reDwooDs. Annual event includes exhibit of about 400 works of art with free entertain-ment, plus food and fun. August 18: Top Hat Dinner. August 19: Judges Awards. August 20–21: Festival Weekend. August 22–September 4: Fine Art Exhibit. Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Gualala Rd., Gualala. 707 884-1138. GualalaArts.org
A u g u s t 2 7 — b l u e s o n t H e CoAst, JoAnne sHAw tAylor. British native Taylor, celebrated on the blues festival circuit in both the U.S. and Great Britain, embodies all the elements of modern blues combined with extraordinary dexterity as a guitarist. 8:30pm. Arena Theater, 124 Main St., Point Arena. 707 882-3272. arenatheater.org
Pictured: Kevin Eubanks
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INLAND MENDOCINO COUNTY
Ongoing — fIrst frIDAys Art wAlk ukIAH! Ten gal-lery receptions in Ukiah. First Friday each month, 5pm–8pm. 707 462-1400. Ongoing — ukIAH fArmers’ mArket wItH CrAfts AnD ArtIsts. Every Sat., 8:30am–12pm. Tue. (starting June 2), 3pm–6pm. Alex Thomas Plaza, School and Clay streets, Ukiah. 707 462-7377.
Through June 19 — look AT who we Are: STorIeS oF home. Spanning three centuries, guest curator Grace Magruder has used artifacts, photographs, and digital stories to tell of the Ukiah Valley community’s relationship to the land, their cultural identities, and the challenges of living together. Grace Hudson Museum, 341 S. Main St., Ukiah. 707 467-2836. gracehudsonmuseum.org. Through October 30 — A PASSIon For PlAnTS AnD PlACe:
CArl PurDy oF menDoCIno CounTy. An exhibit honoring one of California’s pioneering botanists and horticulturalists on his 150th birthday. Plus other related events. Mendocino County Museum, 400 E. Commercial St. , Willits. 707 459-2736. mendocinomuseum.org
April 28–May 22 — DAnCIng AT lughnASA. Directed by Kate Magruder. Ukiah Players Theater, 1041 Low Gap Rd., Ukiah. 707 462-9226. ukiahplayerstheater.org.
April 30–May 1 — AnDerson vAlley wIlDflower sHow. Many wildflowers are collected and identified and there are plants and books for sale. A tearoom offering lunch and a raffle funding scholarships for high school students for college or camp are available. 9am–4pm. Mendocino County Fairgrounds, Highway 128, Boonville.
April 30–May 1 — HoPlAnD PAssPort wIne tAstIng weekenD. Wine tasting, music, food and games for the family. 800 564-2582. hoplandpassport.com
May 21 — PAstels on tHe PlAzA. A showcase of sidewalk art. Watch artists work and enjoy live entertainment. 9am–3pm. Alex Thomas Plaza, Ukiah. 707 485-8719.
May 28–30 and June 4–5 — AnDerson vAlley stuDIo tour. Artists open their studios to the public. Ceramics, jewelry, woodworking, painting, glass, mixed media and more. 11am–5 pm. Highway 128, Boonville. 707 895-2493. andersonvalleyartguild.org
Image: Peggy Dart
June 4 — third Annual ukIAH vAlley Art fAIre. Ukiah Valley Artists Co-op, arts, crafts and music. 10am–5pm. Grace Hudson Museum Gardens, 431 S. Main St., Ukiah. 707 743-1431.
June 5–August 14 — sunDAys In tHe PArk ConCerts. June 5: Mitch Woods and His Rocket 88’s. June 19: Janiva Magness. July 3: Hip Service. July 17: Funky Dozen/Top Shelf. July 31: Pete Escovedo. August 14: TBA. 6pm. Todd Grove Park, Ukiah. 707 463-6231. cityofukiah.com
June 10 — tAste of Downtown. Wine, microbrews, brandies, local foods and more. Downtown Ukiah, School Street. 707 462-6789.
July 2–September 25 — meADowS AnD mounTAInS: The ArT oF wIllIAm F. JACkSon. Organized by Alfred Harrison, President of North Point Gallery in San Francisco, this exhibition traces the career of William F. Jackson (1850–1936), Sacramento’s leading painter during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Grace Hudson Museum, 341 S. Main St., Ukiah. 707 467-2836. gracehudsonmuseum.org
July 7–31 — The 25Th AnnuAl PuTnAm CounTy SPellIng Bee. Directed by Joel Shura and Rick Allen. Ukiah Players Theater, 1041 Low Gap Rd., Ukiah. 707 462-9226. ukiahplayerstheater.org.
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Residents enjoy privacy and independent living in their own apartments. Relatives enjoy knowing their family member is safe and well cared for.
Friendly, caring staff serves three delicious home-style meals a day with accommodation for dietary needs. An on-site licensed nurse, emergency call system, and 24-hour assis-tance provide peace of mind and security. Transportation to and from appointments is included. Individualized atten-tion is given based on a complete personal assessment. Companionship with peers and stimulating activities both on- and off-site help residents live life to the fullest. All this is surprisingly affordable, and there is no community fee or security deposit required!
The Lodge at The Woods. Committed to serving seniors.
The Woods is owned and operated by Northern California Presbyterian Homes & Services, Inc. CA Lic. No 236800187
Privacy. Dignity. Safety. Assisted Living in the Lodge at the Woods
To learn more about The Lodge at The Woods call 707 937-0294 or 800 469-663743300 Little River Airport Road, Little River, CA 95456 • www.ncphs.org
The Woods. Retirement living for seniors 55+ on 37 sunbelt acres nestled among ancient redwoods, pines and rhododen-drons. A special place, the beauty of California’s North Coast and the vibrancy of historic Mendocino arts and cultural com-munity is just minutes away.
Explore and enjoy all the area offers from your private, quality manufactured home. Start with activities in the on-premises clubhouse. Read a book from our library. Take a dip in the indoor heated pool and spa. Meander on almost two miles of wooded walking paths. Visit neighbors and make new friends in the community.
Take a scenic drive to pick huckleberries, play golf at a nearby course, or visit any of six stunning state beaches. Enjoy an active and secure lifestyle with a unique blend of nature and gracious living.
The Woods. Affordable living on the magnificent Mendocino Coast.
The Woods is owned and operated by Northern California Presbyterian Homes & Services, Inc.
Beauty. Security. Activity. Retirement Living at The Woods.
To learn more about The Woods call 707 937-0294 or 800 469-663743300 Little River Airport Road, Little River, CA 95456 • www.ncphs.org
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