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Story by Norma Watkins What does a writer need? Peace, a beautiful place to work, and a supportive community. The glorious Mendocino Coast has it all! —Norma Watkins BeginningWriters as a one-day affair twenty-two years ago, the Mendocino Coast Writers Conference Conference at Ginny Rorby, author of Dolphin Sky, Hurt Go Happy, The Outside of a Horse, and Lost College of the Redwoods has grown into a three-day feast for writers. Here at the edge of the Pacific, talented in the River of Grass authors (who can also teach) join enthusiastic writers from every level for intensive study, workshops, panels, I always say, when asked why I moved here, that it was so this Florida girl would never be hot again as eating, drinking and inspiration. Agents and editors are available for private consultations. long as I live. But the truth is, I visited Mendocino in 1981 and fell in love with it and the coast. By the time I finally made it, in 1991, I’d been living in Miami for twenty-five years. What I really wanted was a little peace, Why Writers Choose Mendocino County tall trees, the sound of a creek running, and the opportunity to live as much outside as inside. I moved here The following is a sampling of our coastal community’s published authors, their reasons for living in Men- without knowing a soul, and lucked into a community full of artists and writers. The second person I met docino County. Not all of them will be at the Conference. here was a writer, and we started a group. Twenty years later, a few of that original group still meet every Bruce Anderson, publisher of the Anderson Valley Advertiser, the widely read and often other week. Everything a writer needs is right here: inspiration, a network of other writers, and friends who controversial weekly newspaper, has this to say about Mendocino County: “In these Balkanized times those applaud and support your efforts. of us who live in rural communities are uniquely fortunate because we encounter a wide variety of people. Charles Furey, author of Going Back: A Navy Airman in the Pacific War Just yesterday I talked with, among others, an immigrant worker, a redneck guy I’ve known for many years, On the first day of May in 1975, when we moved from demented Berkeley to a quiet homestead beside and a professional man new to the valley. Where else could you do that?” the Ten Mile Dunes, we thought we had arrived in Paradise. Paradise with a ten-foot dug well and a leach Maureen Eppstein, author of Rogue Wave on Glass Beach field and compost bin and burn barrel and wood shed and an acre of green grass and a garden of deep What drew me to Mendocino? Answer: a fish sandy loam. “Corn won’t grow here,” our neighbor said, but we planted corn anyhow and it grew six-feet tall, In 1970 I camped with my family at Russian Gulch. One afternoon, a man came up from the sea with and a row of sunflowers as a windbreak, even higher. And then, after twenty-four years of chopping firewood two shiny fish hanging from his hands. He offered us one, which we took and ate. It was a magic fish with an and hauling ashes out to the garden and picking apples and raising generations of gophers and hammering invisible line attached. Over the years, the fish tugged on the line. Finally, in 2000, it reeled us in. and sawing and painting and sewing and canning and writing and mowing grass and flying kites and hiking Adrienne Ross, author of In the Eyes, In the Mouth across the dunes to the ocean we moved to The Woods. A quieter part of the wonderful Mendocino coast. I am a native Californian. I lived in Berkeley for many years, and migrated to the coast in 1996 for the Less work. More time to watch the blue jays, stark against the dawning sky, time to listen when the doves quiet and the ocean. I write fiction, and have won two first-place awards for my short story collectionIn the mourn the fading light. Eyes, In the Mouth, published by Lost Coast Press. Valerie Miner, author of thirteen books, including After Eden, Range of Light, A Walk- Bruce Patterson, author of Walking Tractor, Turned Round in My Boots, Canadians on ing Fire, and Winter’s Edge Everest, and The Lions of Tsavo From our cabin window in Anderson Valley and walking nearby, I have seen cougar, bear, wild pig, pygmy Patterson, whose gritty books explore the vagaries rural life, has this to say about living in Ander- owls, osprey, blue heron, coyote, bobcat and a range of other critters. What a pleasure to drive fifteen min- son Valley. “When I got out of the army I went straight to the dirt to make my living. In my writing I utes and walk among the giant redwoods in Hendy Woods or to take a longer ride to the coast where the try to make Place a character. It’s scary how little sense of place people have now. Place matters. headlands beckon. Maggie Watson, author of A Graceful Farewell: Putting Your Affairs in Order Jay Frankston, author of Tales of Mendocino and Mendocino Magic I moved to the Mendocino coast because I needed to get away to a calmer and quieter place. I had I’m what they called a “drop out”. I was a lawyer in New York and, after twenty years of practice, I decided visited in 1982 and loved the people and environment. So when the opportunity arose in 1987 to leave to leave New York with its hustle and bustle and its rat race mentality. We drove west in a van, with the two San Francisco, it was not hard to choose Mendocino. I had friends here already who made moving easy. In kids and the dog and wound up in Mendocino. We didn’t choose Mendocino. It chose us as it usually does. Mendocino, it is who you know that counts. My book, A Graceful Farewell: Putting Your Affairs in Order, came We’ve never regretted a thing. Mendocino is a breath of fresh air. out of my work as a professional organizer. It is a part of the work I love to do. Molly Dwyer, author of Requiem for the Author of Frankenstein came to the Mendocino Norma Watkins, author of The Last Resort: Taking the Mississippi Cure Coast in the 1970s. Even then it teemed with life and creativity. Being a writer feels legitimate in this com- I came to the Mendocino Coast from Miami kicking and screaming. “I don’t want to move to Fort Bragg,” munity—perhaps because of the genuine support, the many opportunities to hone one’s craft and learn I told my husband. “I don’t know any writers there.” A professor in my MFA program said a fellow graduate from other artists. But truly, it goes beyond that, to the beauty, the pace of life, the values of small town living. had moved there and I should call her. Ginny Rorby told me to come on out, said she’d take me under her Mendocino is nurturing. It brings out the inspired best in people. It motivated me to finish an award-winning wing. Boy, did she. Fifteen years later, I teach creative writing at the College of the Redwoods, help with the novel, and now, I’m onto my third large work. I feel home and lucky to live here. Mendocino Coast Writers Conference, belong to the California Writers Club, two writers’ groups, and foster a Fauna Perkins, co-author with K. Read of Nothing to Declare group of Feature Writers. Feels as if I was not only taken under a wing, but sat on by the chicken. I’d wanted to write since childhood. In my twenties I thought I could combine a trip to Europe and writing Gayle Green, author of Insommniac; Doris Lessing: The Poetics of Change; full time, and came close to living in England until being called home because of my mother’s illness. For The Woman Who Knew Too Much: Alice Stewart and the Secrets of Radiation. the next few years, marriage, children, divorce and work kept me exhausted. I piddled along for more years Our lives are filled with distractions. Finding quiet, so you can to hear yourself think, is important for a until marrying an artist and moving to Mendocino twenty years ago. With his encouragement, I found a writer. I used Mendocino as a retreat for writing the better part of my last two books because the environ- wealth of compatible people interested in all aspects of art. I finally started writing again and purred like a ment here is peaceful and inspiring. contented cat. Continued on Page 11

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Even if the consumer accepts the offer and uses the service of Big River Realty, the lender may not agree to change the loan. David Coddington, Broker/Owner 937.3223 • Tracey Coddington, Realtor/Owner 937.5071 • Melanie (Sis) Burdick, Broker Associate 937.3276 Allen Petersen, Broker Assoc. 964.4400 • Mary Cesario Weaver, Realtor 961.0937 • Bobby Burdick, Realtor 937.3176 • Sue Shabazz, Realtor 937.5071 • Patrice Ka’ohi, Realtor 217.1903 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011 Page 5

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aweSome locaTion • 2.96 wooded acres • well is in! laMiNate floorS iN kitCheN, dining, back porch, and upstairs CharMiNg, three BedrooM, 2 bath home with modern touches. • private road bath. Beautiful home, stone fireplace, and manicured landscaping. If Crown molding, hardwood floors, and modern fixtures. Kitchen has beau- you are looking for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with the vaulted ceil- tiful cherry cabinets, tile counter, and floors. Bathrooms have granite • possible ocean views ing in the living room, and southern exposure with upper and lower countertops with modern fixtures. Jacuzzi tub and corner shower in the • privacy and serenity windows, you are home. Cedar ceilings in the living room, dining room, master bath. Large master bedroom with walk-in closest, free-standing • close to all services and kitchen. Recessed lighting in the kitchen and dining room. Master propane stove, and a nice ocean view over the rooftops. There is a nice 22107 $299,000 Price Drop! $199,000 bedroom located on main floor with walk-in closets and large master deck off of the living room. Two-car attached garage. One bedroom, 1 bath bath with separate shower and tub. Nice entry with tile floor. Nice decks rental on the alley. Three off-alley parking spaces. (22371) $369,000 off of kitchen and dining area. #20915 $649,900 CALL BEN BOOTH FOR DETAILS!! 707 964-2174 ® and ™ trademarks of Century 21 Real Estate Corporation. Equal Housing Opportunity. EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED. Page 6 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011

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Redwood hideaway with Jackson State Exceptionally beautiful Forest right out your bedroom door. and appealing neigh- Charming, 3 bedroom, 3 bath home in borhood is the perfect the country on a cul-de-sac backs up to setting for this qual- forest land. Well-maintained redwood ity, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with accessibility ramp to front door home. Lovely views and first floor master bedroom; two more from every window rooms up an easy staircase. Open great and two nice sundecks room has three skylights and a surrounding focus on the redwoods. sun deck, plus an artful brick hearth for Great kitchen with the woodstove. Lovely wood-beam ceil- Corian counters and ing, cabinets and trim, large laundry room, island that opens to third bath, lots of storage, and an attractive large deck or into the tiled kitchen with sun window and stainless appliances. Master bath has both large dining room with cathedral windows and vaulted pine ceiling. Central heat or cozy tub with forest views and stall shower. Great room is 17 ft. x 40 ft. with high vaulted woodburning stove in livingroom on tiled hearth near entry. Finished garage is 32 ft. ceiling and beautiful views. Detached double garage, paved drive, and shop building, deep for workshop space. Near MacKerricher State Park, too. (22774) $438,000. too. (22864) $395,000. Lovely, vintage, 4 bedroom, city home Custom home in the desirable is tucked behind a great old hedge on Sherwood Road area has a wonderful, a double lot. New roof, furnace and spacious kitchen with rock fireplace, exterior paint in 2008 along with gas range, Sub-Zero fridge and excep- new windows, Sheetrock, flooring, tional granite island. All rooms open to and crown molding. Abundant room sun-filled living room. Three bedrooms, inside and out. A block to Cotton three baths with a den or guest room Auditorium,a middle school, and also. Level, usable and fenced acre parcel senior center. Well-groomed yard has on nice, paved cul-de-sac. Nine-foot paved parking area, garage with shop, ceilings throughout with vaulted in and room to grow those veggies. Very living room. Built in 2003 with full charming, single-story home in good sun for the private deck and backyard. Adjacent 12 acre parcel with barns also for sale. condition. (22632) $369,000. (22608) $499,000. d For a photo album of each of our listings, please see www.gbrealty.com D

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OF SEA MIST AND SUNSETS — Everything about this residence says “Welcome!” The living room, dining room, PARK-LIKE SETTING This 2 acre parcel provides kitchen, two bedrooms, and 1.5 baths are located at the the perfect setting for a quiet getaway. Tall redwoods, upper two levels, and the lower level is perfect for in-laws meadow, even a horseshoe pit for those evening games; or guests. It offers privacy and comfort with living/dining cabin could use some TLC. Open kitchen with tongue area, two bedrooms, bath, office, and wetbar. Every room and groove siding; bedroom is lit up with natural light is well appointed and pristine. In addition to the gated lush from the skylight above. Bring your dreams. Moti- garden and patio, there is an enclosed planting garden for vated seller. (22872) $199,900 flowers or veggies. Enjoy blue water views from the back deck which wraps around three sides of the main level. (22828) $849,000

DRAMATIC VIEWSCAPE — Towering ceilings VINTAGE FARMHOUSE IN THE REDWOODS draw you to the many large picture windows show- Just minutes from town on sunny Sherwood Road! ing breathtaking views of the ever-changing Pudding Original 1947 farmhouse has two bedrooms, one Creek estuary. The home has two wings, separated bathroom, and contains vintage kitchen and bathroom by an enclosed atrium on the first level and an ob- fixtures. Recently completed large detached three-car servation deck on the second, all with commanding garage, has modern, 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment panoramic views. Included in the many features of the house are slate, tile, and carpeted floors for comfort, above, complete with separate utilities. Apple orchard, radiant in-floor heating, a gas fireplace, propane gen- mature redwoods, and a paved driveway are just a few erator, a drilled well, as well as city water and a lift to of the highlights. (22818) $399,000 assist in moving items upstairs or down while provid- ing handicapped access. (22809) $699,500 CRAFTSMAN BUNGALOW Great opportunity to own an original 1927 Craftsman Bungalow in the DENNEN’S VICTORIAN FARMHOUSE — Built in 1877, the architecture of Dennen’s Victorian Farmhouse reflects Perkins Way area of Fort Bragg. Three bedroom, 1.25 the Dennen family’s New England Roots. This gracious bath home with large landscaped yard. Single-car home has been lovingly restored with attention to detail garage with alley access and bonus storage building. and unique architectural elements. Situated on 1.64± acres, Much of this home in original condition. Upgraded the inn boasts ten guest rooms with private baths among kitchen and laundry. New kitchen cabinets. Brick four buildings, the Main House, Carriage House Building, fireplace. (22804) $395,000 Barn Building, and Quail Cottage. (22091) $1,495,000

VILLAGE FARM AND HOME WINERY — The finest LUXURIOUS LIVING Stunning, 3 bedroom, 2.5 in village living: three full legal residences, water tower, bath, custom-built home. The living room offers private, quiet, and a complete farm. Gardens, lawns, pas- vaulted ceilings with skylights. A wood fireplace with ture, barn, chicken coops, and privacy. Ocean views from slate hearth complements the custom-built cherry nearly every room. Complete home winery crusher/ste- wood mantel. This home is designed to accommo- mer, press bottler for making four barrels of wine a year. date a large family or guests. It is surrounded by (22285) $1,950,000 lush landscaping. Open dinning room and kitchen with granite countertops. Detached two-story ga- ENJOY THE GOOD LIFE AT THE WOODS — Experience the good life in this comfortable, well-maintained Silvercrest rage/shop with tall ceilings. Second story is a studio home and enjoy the many amenities at The Woods: swim in and hobby room. (21968) $749,900 the pool; relax in the clubhouse, library or the Lodge at The Woods, nearby Van Damme State Park, etc. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has room to move about with separate living, LARGE FARMHOUSE with subdivision potential family and dining rooms, a private master suite with master located on 4± level acres! Lots of potential here. bath, and walk-in closet. Bright and sunny, this home is nestled Three bedroom house has three bathrooms, large among rhododendrons, firs and pines in a quiet section of The living room, kitchen, two adjacent dining areas, Woods. (21691) Reduced! $149,000 a game room, guest room, and a two-car garage. Detached carport for three cars, and a 960± sq. ft. CUTE AS A BUG’S EAR — A desirable location, immediately barn. RR-1 zoning may allow for the property to be north of The Heritage House and minutes from the village, this divided. Owner has done some preliminary work split-level, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is comfy, cozy and move-in ready. Enjoy the lovely enclosed garden area, greenhouse, and towards a division. Close to MacKerricher State sprinklers. ‘’Cute as a Bug’s Ear’’ perfectly describes the second Park (22713) $429,000 unit, a 690± sq. ft. cottage. Property offers flexibility—Bug’s Ear continues to generate rental income. Rent one or both, this is an attractive rental property. In addition to the greenhouse, there ATTENTION FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER! is also a small artist studio plus storage shed. (22377) $547,000 First-time home buyer, or investment opportunity! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has a large bonus room, detached garage/shop, and is located close LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND • LAND to schools and services. Recent updates include BIG RIVER LAGOON — 250± acres located seven miles east of Mendocino on Big River. The property goes from new paint and tile flooring. (22762) $249,000 hilltop to Big River Lagoon. Six million board feet of timber, mostly redwood, mostly over twenty-four inches in diameter, many over thirty-six inches. Two great hilltop homesites with views. The property is bounded by state park and other large timber parcels. NTMP timber plan in place for future income generation. Go for a swim! Big River Lagoon is a beautiful natural pond/lagoon with lots of wildlife and access to the amazing Big River State Park. MODERN LIVING WITH A LAKE VIEW This tastefully done (21290, 21291) $3,650,000 home has so much to offer from the outstanding lake views to the backyard waterfall; makes this bright and cheery, 2 bedroom, 2 bath MENDOCINO PANORAMA — Beautiful blufftop homesite on desirable Chapman Point. Dramatic crashing white water views from lush rolling terrain dotted with mature coastal pines, firs, and cypress. One of the finest home a very unique find. The kitchen is highlighted with natural light undeveloped homesites on the Mendocino Coast. Accessed via a private drive that adjoins 300± acres of open space from the two skylights above. The master bedroom is framed with an providing an abundance of recreational access. Convenient to all of the culture, services, and conveniences of Men- archway that leads to a sitting area with built-in bookshelves. A slider docino village. (21052) $1,775,000 welcomes you onto a deck where you will enjoy the small water course as it comes cascading down creating a very relaxing atmosphere, as you ACRES BY THE SEA — 11± spectacular acres that extend from Highway 1 to the bluff edge with approximately 1,400 linear feet of blufftop ownership. A myriad of unobstructable panoramic ocean and coastline views in several enjoy your day in the rose garden off from the stone patio. This is one directions. Gentle to level terrain dotted with groves of eucalyptus, pine, and fir trees. Access is off Highway 1 with of the newest homes in the park in a great location where unlimited several options for ideal homesite. Pedestrian easement strip along highway in favor of Mendocino Land Trust. outdoor recreation is literally at your doorstep. (22858) $149,900 (21127) $2,000,000 EVENING TELEPHONES EVENING TELEPHONES Peggy Merrill, Realtor® 937-4009 Phyllis St. John, Broker Assoc. 937-5822 Barry Cusick, Broker Assoc. 937-4010 Jim Eldridge, Realtor® 937-6070 Michael Romo, Broker Assoc. 357-0865 Linda Simpson, Realtor® 813-0964 Cheri Osborne, Broker Assoc. 937-2062 Johanna Hopper, Realtor® 937-1671 John Kruzic, Realtor® 357-0354 Dale Simpson, Realtor® 530-859-0964 Ted Tanner, Broker Assoc. 964-9190 DeeDee Thomas, Realtor® 671-3450 Gary J. Roach, Realtor® 489-1136 Greg Burke, Broker 489-7027 Charlie Reed, Broker Assoc Greg Burke, Broker 489-7027 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011 Page 9

Evening Telephones Mendocino office KIRA MEADE Realtor® 964-4379 SARA FOWLER Realtor® 895-3784 45010 Ukiah Street BETH RYAN Realtor® 937-4849 LIN SCOTT Realtor® 937-4079 PETE FEILD Broker Assoc. 937-5656 707 937-1565 • 800 454-1565 JIM McCUMMINGS, Broker 937-5263 Free Catalog PATTY McCUMMINGS Owner www.coasthome.com • [email protected] • Go Online for more Photos and Information! Residential Residential land sunny Craftsman Gem An extraordinary home available at an extraordinarily spaCious and BriGht mendoCino retreat This gorgeous Lindal cedar home Choose from two piCturesque lots! Two beautiful sunny lots located in a great good price! Beauty, comfort and meticulous care are evident in every feature of this 2 with four bedrooms and two baths on five sunny acres is just a few minutes east of the upscale neighborhood. Large 2.45± and 2.54± acre parcels interspersed with sizeable bedroom, 2 bath residence Mendocino village. redwood trees and a seasonal creek add to the appeal. A great location only two minutes plus a Craftsman-style The living and din- from Fort Bragg and a simple short walk to the future golf course and recreation area. studio with tile bath and ing rooms feature These parcels are ready for your house plans; the homesites have been cleared; underground new listing beautiful, recently re- utilities; the wells are drilled and the septic permits have been issued for three-bedroom propane fireplace. Finely finished maple hard- homes. (21399 & 21398) crafted and detailed wood wood flooring The 1 parcel #1 (2.45± acre) offered at $275,000 work is evident throughout. bedroom, 1 bath de- parcel #2 (2.54± acre) offered at $225,000 A spacious and sunny work tached guesthouse Build your dream home in a Great neiGhBorhood! Level, lovely, and ready-to- room also serves as an en- is a great place for build homesite nestled in Seafair, off Point Cabrillo Drive. It is one of the few undeveloped lots try from the garden. There visitors. A spacious in this stretch of great neighborhoods. Coastal Development Permit Exclusion on file. Septic are several bonuses includ- new deck, landscap- system installed. Mutual water system. Pick your exposure and your views on this building ing a detached workshop/garage with built-in cabinetry, wood stove heat, and attic stor- ing, and a hot tub provide great spots to enjoy the outdoors and entertain. Though there parcel. Your dream home will fit in perfectly. Shared ownership in community oceanfront bluff. age. The fenced dog kennel has electricity and water. Sited on 2.5 acres with groomed are other homes on this private road, the surrounding trees and foliage provide plenty of (21822) price reduced! $299,000 privacy. This house is in great condition, has been cleaned up in preparation of sale, and is natural areas, flowers, a fenced garden, fruit trees, and adjoining Jackson State Forest. ready for its new owners to make themselves at home. (22915) (22886) twenty+ aCres with redwoods, orChids and options This 20.21± offered at $570,000 offered at $599,000 acre parcel offers a variety of terrain and possibilities: open level acreage at the top with lovely distant views, plus ComptChe homestead on 6± aCres Ready for sustainable living or simply huCkleBerry hill ranCh A private and peaceful 119± acre sanctuary tucked away forested slopes and pasture to serve as a get-away. This 1,560± sq. ft, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home was solidly in the privacy of your own redwood forest. The ranch is accessed by a rocked road that winds new listing land. Good producing well in built with redwood in the early through the redwoods up to a 3 bed- place and PG&E nearby, plus 1950s. Large fenced organic room, 2 bath, single-story, country good exposure for solar. Rough garden and established orchard, home with detached artist studio driveway leads to open, level new listing plus lots of flowers. Picturesque new listing accessed by a covered walkway. In potential homesite. Beautiful pond with bridge and seasonal addition, there is a large workshop, big redwoods and fir forest creek. One± acre meadow offers greenhouse, garden shed, fenced and calypso orchids abound. many possibilities. Large garage. orchard, and garden area. The second Plenty of privacy available. Well-maintained home with new developed homesite has an installed (22836) offered at $311,000 roof features partial oak floors, septic system. This beautiful prop- speCtaCular oCeanfront ranCh Sugarloaf Ranch offers 224± acres with redwood woodwork, brick-backed erty has two large ponds, several meadows and many areas to hike and enjoy the flora and over one mile of frontage on the Pacific. Most of the land is level to gently sloped prime fireplace insert with slate hearth, Wedgewood kitchen stove, and large closets. Covered back fauna of the land. The ranch has been lovingly cared for by the original homesteaders and has agricultural soils. A portion of Elk Creek is on the northern boundary and there are two patio with yard set up for gatherings. Home is private from road, with great views across a NTMP that allows for periodic selective harvests. The current occupants shall retain a Life ponds, one on each side of Highway 1. This is the first time the property has been on the adjoining large valley and hills beyond. Redwood forest on part of property. (22911) Estate in the residence and artist studio. (22912) market in several decades. Stunning ocean views from just about everywhere. (21317) offered at $499,000 offered at $995,000 offered at $5,500,000

Awesome Rob Borcich – owner/broker . Anna Borcich . Michael Davis commercial building on main Street office 707.964.5503 . cell 707.813.8388 . [email protected] (at an even more awesome price) new listing $350,000

2250 Square Feet | Very Solid building in a great area of town

two Floors: one for Your business | one to rent out Riverfront Residential Compound. Open the gate and step into the picture-perfect sanctuary. Views across the Ten Century 21 Fort Bragg realty | Paul Clark | 707.964.0811 Mile Estuary to white water ocean views beyond the dunes are breathtaking. Detached deck is positioned perfectly for the widest sunset view you can imagine and the two cottages are a retreat mls # 22924 End of Cul-de-Sac Privacy in City Privately positioned with from everyday life, sheltered yet fully exposed to the south and west. Wander down the steps to the boathouse and launch your lots of southern exposure and protected south-facing deck. This 3 kayak or watch abundant wildlife in this diverse habitat. The bedroom, 2 bath house is in excellent condition. Nice big backyard exuberant cottage garden is landscaped with easy care in mind. and plenty of off-street parking enhance this comfortable home. Johanna Hopper, REALTOR® MLS 22153 Price Reduced to $895,000 MLS 22933 Priced at $350,000 Office: 707 937-5822 ext. 15 • Cell: 707 357-3694 e-mail: [email protected] Mendocino Pacific Realty THE LAND SOURCE www.johannahopper.com

Three PrIVATe PArCeLS Just Reduced! Privacy, ambiance, seclusion, redwood forest setting, and a beautiful airy and Located at the end of a mile of private driveway. A serene and beautiful open flowing floor plan were high priorities of talented architect/designer team when setting with incredible vistas framed by large redwoods. Family-owned for generations, these parcels are now available for the first time. Building pads planning this stunning, 3 are in place and soils work has been done on all parcels. Wells are drilled on the 3- and 10-acre parcels. The 10-acre parcel has an ocean view! A bedroom, 2 bath home once in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of paradise. Power to both with office and 1,000 sq.ft. 10-acre and 28-acre parcels has been installed; these won’t last long! Pastoral 3.5 Acre Parcel with Two-Story, well-maintained, 3 3 acres MLS 20933 $250,000 bedroom, 1 bath home. Many improvements made inside and studio with bath. Master 28 acres MLS 20931 $375,000 out. This parcel can be split into two one-acre parcels with the suite and guest wing at 10 acres MLS 20930 $450,000 current house remaining on 1.5 acres. Many possibilities with this opposite ends of home beautiful Sherwood Road property. MLS 22827 $650,000 One City Acre near college; zoned for multi units. MLS 22246 Flat, Open and Sheltered Property with potential to build a offer privacy to all, with Listed at $399,000 new home while you live in existing 1,260 sq. ft. manufactured. common area in center. Major steel shop structure, 30 ft. x 40 ft.; plumbed with bathroom, mezzanine, double roll-up doors and separate office/kitchen area Dramatic great room with 1+ Acre Parcel: Located 1 mile inland up Pudding Creek Road this parcel has a three bedroom aerobic septic system installed. Owner in rear. This is ready for many different uses. Guest unit also on mood lighting and vault- will carry. MLS 22824 property, 645 sq. ft. All buildings are set back from the road and ed ceiling. MLS #22789 Listed at $169,900 offer a peaceful, park-like setting with paved parking and mini redwood groves MLS 22648 Listed at $289,000 $845,000 Member of Coastal Mendocino Association of Realtors (CMAR), Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS). Page 10 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011

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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 deli- cious home-style meals a day with accommodation for dietary needs. An on-site licensed nurse, emergency call system, and 24-hour assistance provide peace of mind and security. Transportation to and from appointments is included. Individualized attention is given based on a complete personal Mendocino Mortgage assessment. Companionship with peers Serving the Mendocino Coast Since 1994 and stimulating activities both on- and off-site help residents live life to the full- est. All this is surprisingly affordable, and there is no community fee or security Buying Your First Home or Moving Up? deposit required! • Prices are more affordable than in past years The Lodge at The Woods. Committed to serving seniors. Whatever your home fi nancing needs, Mendocino Mortgage is ready to help with a broad range of loan programs and personalized service. Equal Housing

Opportunity NORTHERNNCPHS CALIFORNIA PRESBYTERIAN HOMES Susan Weaver & SERVICES Real Estate Broker • Calif. Dept. of Real Estate Lic. #01015740 Serving the Mendocino Coast, Ukiah & the Redwood Valley To learn more about The Lodge at The Woods call 707 937-0294 or 800 469-6637 707-937-3938 • 800-884-3938 43300 Little River Airport Road, Little River, CA 95456 • www.ncphs.org Located above the Coast Real Estate Building 45010 Ukiah St., Mendocino, CA 95460 • [email protected] The Woods is owned and operated by Northern California Presbyterian Homes & Services, Inc. CA Lic. No 236800187

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Tim Mathias, Broker Sheri Hansen, Agent Rick Soderlind, Agent Box 402, Boonville, CA 95415 Homes Fax (707) 895-3340 Country Property Phone 707 895-3333 ELEVEN—Unique cottages, suites and family rooms, minutes from Ranches, Timber, Vineyards Mendocino state parks, fi ne dining, and many outdoor activities. Five- minute walk to the beach; only property of its kind in Fort Bragg; 1.76 acres. This opportunity on the Coast includes a 1,300 sq. ft. residence; View Anderson Valley Real Estate 3 bedroom, 1 bath Manager’s Quarters. Repeat business; revenues are at trending upward; Number 1 in Fort Bragg Trip Advisor. Priced to Sell at $1,100,000 www.rancheriarealty.com Contact Dick Lopez, CHB Lodging Property Brokers Inc. 707-257-2759 [email protected] • visit www.mendocottages.com visit property website www.shoreline-cottage.com CALL US for INFORMATION on MIDDLE and LARGE RANCHES Continued from Page 2 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011 Page 11 Join us for this year’s conference Scheduled for this year’s 2011 conference: Kathleen Alcala, memoir and fiction for emerging writers; organized his thirty-sixth annual Mendocino Spring Poetry Celebration, which brought together over forty John Dufresne, a master class in novel (filled) and an afternoon workshop (open);Camille Dungy, po- poets for an open reading hosted by former Mendocino resident and poet Sharon Doubiago and radio host Dan etry (Winner of the 2011 northern California best poet award); Stephanie Elizondo Griest, memoir; Jean Roberts, whose Rhythm Running River program on KZYX&Z features poets reading their work. Baker herself Hegland, novel; Michael David Lukas, short fiction;Toney Merritt, screenwriting; Bob Miller, E-books runs the monthly Mendocino Coast Poetry Series in space donated by the Mendocino Hotel. Blake More runs roundtable; Editors and Publishers—Cynthia Frank, Jay Schaefer, and Shirin Yim Bridges; Agents— a similar series in Point Arena. The Coast Slam (www.facebook.com/CoastSlam) channels the youthful energy April Eberhardt and Jill Marr; Plus, a continental breakfast and lunch on campus each day; an opening of younger poets. Poets are still drawn to the Mendocino Coast, to find inspiration in this spectacular landscape, reception Thursday night; a closing dinner and keynote speech by John Dufresne Saturday night; a Partner Pack- and support in a thriving literary community.—Maureen Eppstein age for partners of participants who would like to join us for meals and public events. Enjoy free public readings Young Writers daily by conference faculty. For more information, or to register, see our website at Young writers in Mendocino get an early start. California Poets in the Schools writers inspire over fifteen hun- www.mcwc.org, email to: [email protected] or leave a message at (707) 937-9983. dred youth annually in K-12 classrooms. The youngest poets play with alliteration and other language strategies Local Resources for Writers to create chants. Teens explore forms including haiku and the prose poem. Support for youth writing workshops comes from Arts Council of Mendocino County—GASP and Mendocino County Office of Education, which pub- Gallery Bookshop and Bookwinkle’s Children’s Books lishes an annual anthology. Fifth-graders Britanny Madden and Julian Molina won international awards for peace 319 Kasten Street, Mendocino, CA 95460 (707) 937-2665 gallerybookshop.com poems this year. Poets Blake More and Karen Lewis have received California Arts Council “Artists in the Schools” Cheshire Bookshop 345 Franklin Street, Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (707) 964-5918 cheshirebookshop.com grants to further literary arts in local classrooms,—Karen Lewis Mendocino Book Company Coast Slam was begun by slam artist Christina Perez to expose young people to the spoken-word art form. 102 South School Street, Ukiah, CA 95482 (707) 468-5940 mendocinobookcompany.com With support from the Mendocino Coast Writers Conference and Big Brothers Big Sisters, monthly slams featur- Laughing Dog Books 14125 Hwy 128, Boonville, CA 95415 (707) 272-READ ing awesome guests poets are offered on first Tuesdays at the Mendocino Hotel. Everyone is invited to compete, laughingdogbooks.com and dance during intermission to DJ Ramos. For news of the past and future slams, go to http://www.facebook. Mendocino Stories and Music com/CoastSlam Mendocino coast writers can be given credit for launching the Mendocino Stories and Music Series, Book Clubs and Writing Groups which features a great variety of entertainment. Starting in January of 2007, local writers performed their work The area abounds in book clubs and writers groups. Check the shelves at Gallery Books for a sampling of selec- “The Sea Gull Years” and “The Early Years and How We Came to Town”. tions by area book clubs. Since then the Series has hosted many literary events, featuring more writers and poets complemented by Creative Writing Courses local musicians, who open the shows and fill in at the breaks. The cabaret setting of the Mendocino Hotel Garden The best way to become part of the writing community is to join one of the non-credit creative writing classes at Room allows for casual gatherings, being a great source of inspiration and opportunity for networking for all. Visit College of the Redwoods. Call (707) 962-2664 for a schedule and information. Taught year-round by professional www.mendocinostories.com.—Pattie DeMatteo writers, these courses offer knowledge, a roadmap, and support to writers of all levels. Writers of the Mendocino Coast, a gathering of local writers and a certified branch of the California Publishing and Promotion for Writers; Cypress House/Lost Coast Press/QED Press Writers Club, the oldest professional writers club in the United States. We support local writers of all stripes The Mendocino coast is one of the greatest places for writers because its extraordinary beauty and relative seren- and ages, from beginners to professionals, all genres, all forms. We gather to meet other writers, find and form ity offer limitless inspiration and the support of a large and very diverse artistic community. When my husband, writing groups, and generally celebrate words. We present speakers, workshops, salons, open and juried mics, John Fremont, and I decided to create a family-owned independent press, we had already been longtime coast and the occasional quirky event like Bloomsday. Join us the third Wednesday of the month, 6:00 p.m. at the residents, and were part of the writers’ community. Since we had every intention of living in this area permanently, Mendocino Hotel. Writersofthemendocinocoast.org—Molly Dwyer Fort Bragg naturally became the birthplace of Cypress House, which has grown into an award-winning publishing Poetry on the Coast company. Our lines include books on health and healing, self-help, inspiration, books for writers, literary history, “I’d never felt so completely welcomed and supported as a poet,” says Devreaux Baker of her move to travel, humanities, mentoring, and how-to-fold paper airplanes. We also represent a number of independent Mendocino in the mid-1970s. Fellow poets encouraged her to submit her work to literary journals. Local news presses and authors. For more than twenty-five years we’ve provided writers with education and editorial, book publications featured pages of poetry. Radio programs discussed the poetry scene. Reading series proliferated. design, production, and marketing services. Some of our clients are among the most successful independent Over the years since then, poetry reading venues have shifted like the sandbar at Big River Beach. Reading publishers in the nation. —Cynthia Frank programs have risen and ebbed and risen again. Some have remained constant. This May, Gordon Black Cypress House, Lost Coast Press, QED Press 155 Cypress, FB, CA 95437 www.cypresshouse.com REM

FACULTY READINGS Mendocino Open to the public at no charge Coast 12:30–1:30 pm daily, Room 300 at College of the Redwoods Writers Thurs. July 28: John Dufresne and Camille Dungy Fri. July 29: Jean Hegland, Kathleen Alcalá and Toney Merritt Conference Sat. July 30: Michael David Lukas and Stephanie Elizondo Griest This event is supported by Poets & Writers, Inc. through a grant it has received from The James Irvine Foundation

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UnparaLLeLed, dramatic, panoramic, and ever- changing views from this 2 acre private peninsula with eight desirabLe Location on basin view drive. This Large city Lot on a qUiet street with no through hundred feet of ocean frontage. White water splashing over the first time on the market! Private and tranquil setting home has a great view of the New England-style Fishing Harbor, traffic makes this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home a great place for rocky coastline can be seen from almost every room. A beautiful for this well-maintained custom one-owner home. Convenient the boat basin, and river; ocean views and on top of that the Noyo relaxing on the deck in your fenced yard. (22853) $194,900 office, exercise room and a 1,000 sq. ft. activity room add to the location on desirable Andiron Road in Little River. Five redwood- Bridge! This home offers spacious rooms, open-beam ceilings, function and flexibility of this 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home. Located studded acres with a nice blue water ocean view. Includes a picture windows and much more—must see to appreciate. only minutes from Mendocino village. (21384) $3,150,000 charming, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, detached guest unit. Unique (22807) $419,900 home with soaring windows to the west and quality redwood throughout. Formal dining room with view. Extra loft bedroom with dual built-in bunk beds. Other features include garden area with raised beds and water to each; small greenhouse with electricity, generator, TV nook, wine cellar, and skylights. Brand new fifty-year roof with copper flashing; 2,100 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 3 bath, Mendocino home that deserves a serious buyer’s attention. (22617) $695,000

waLk to beach and ten miles of coastal access from this charming, two bedroom, 1 bath home on 6.7 park- like acres bordering timberland. Detached guest bed/bath immaculate home. Excellent open floor plan with great room, and garage. Stone fireplace and large windows enhance sUccessfUL north coast Lodge in great Little River formal dining room, and stone fireplace. Three large bedrooms the open living space with views of redwoods and meadows. location, just two miles south of Mendocino. Spectacular and 2.5 baths. Exquisite patio and manicured backyard. Storage Enjoy hiking the private trails that traverse the property, or ocean views from all 21 guest rooms. Deeded access to room and workshop off of patio area. Attached two-car garage. relax in one of the groves of redwoods with the sounds of private cove—great for abalone diving. One of only few Paved driveway with beautiful mature landscaping consisting waves crashing at nearby MacKerricher State Park. Ideal inns on the coast that are pet-friendly. Amphitheater and of many rhodies. Well-maintained property. (22841) $449,500 for entertaining, the kitchen features Jenn-Air glasstop open lawn, great for weddings. (22744) $2,399,000 range, walk-in pantry, ceramic tile counters and floors. New side-by-side refrigerator with icemaker and built-in cutting board next to the sink. Deck for barbecues right off kitchen. All topped off with a forty-year composition roof, nice cabin at the very end of Blueberry Hill Road. Private new water filtration system, and well pump; septic system and quiet. West-facing deck with hot tub and views of meadow, has three new leach lines. Ready to move into; check it out. trees and small peak of the ocean. Upstairs there is an art studio (22922) $427,500 with a bathroom, convenience center, and its own entrance. Lots of well-placed windows for good light and inspiring views. (22522) $250,000 experience this navarro ridgetop panoramic white water ocean view home. Spectacular 180-degree coastal view from this Timberpeg home with cathedral ceilings. Situated on down a cLassic coUntry Lane, yet close to city ameni- 6 private acres on Navarro Ridge overlooking Navarro head- ties. Used for many years as a happy vacation spot, this property lands. Built in 1996, this 1,980 sq. ft., single-story home has is in a quiet location and the charming house has everything two bedrooms, two baths, a library, living room, formal dining one needs to relax and enjoy simple living. The large garage/ workshop is perfect for a variety of projects. Parcel includes the room, breakfast room, and laundry area. Beautiful wood work this bUiLding once had two separate rent- throughout this well-maintained home with many custom fea- field to the east of the fence. Seller is motivated! Please submit aLs so there are two addresses 221 and 223 Franklin tures Attached garage, forced-air heat with backup generator all offers for consideration. (22362) $249,900 for those stormy nights, and large-capacity water storage tank. Street; 3,000 sq. ft., alley access for easy cargo deliveries, (22213) $998,000 and rear parking lot. Located next to the post office, this property should have great potential for the investor. (20948) $575,000 recentLy remodeLed craftsman. Two bedroom home plus office combines modern comfort while still preserving the charm of the past. Spacious, sunny upstairs bedroom with skylights. Refinished hardwood floors, new kitchen, roof, all new wiring, and more. Stay warm and cozy with your choice of open hearth fireplace or propane stove. (22855) $250,000

gorgeoUs ocean view up and down the coast. Step out on simpLy beaUtifUL property and home. 1.32 acres the large deck and bask in the beautiful coastal landscape with of redwoods, ferns, and well-manicured landscaping. Paved the Pacific as the backdrop! Contemporary home with three drive. A 2,200 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with hard- bedrooms, two baths, and 1,600 sq. ft. Two-car attached garage. wood floors. Large brick fireplace and picture windows in cLassic originaL caLifornia craftsman; 4 bed- Built in 1997. Easy walk into town, to Glass Beach, or Pudding the great room. Many built-in cabinets; formal dining with room, 1 bath, 2,000 sq. ft., wood frame, two-story house with Creek from your front door. (22908) $549,000 built-in buffet. Family room with indoor grill and bar. Large a big front porch. Very well maintained condition. Located deck with stone pond and waterfall plus a greenhouse. A on one-way Park Street, on a full-sized 50 ft. wide by 140 private hiLLs ranch Lot nestled amongst the woods and must-see! (22900) $449,500 ft. deep city lot, with alley access. Possibility of adding a near a seasonal creek. High cathedral ceilings with clerestory second story living unit over the garage/workshop; in a very windows give so much light and beauty of the forest. Open living, desirable area of great homes. (21727) $200,000 dining and kitchen floor plan. Stately gas fireplace for those chilly nights. Sit on the deck and hear the peaceful sounds of the creek TWo-sToRy CommERCial building with great and nature. Hardwood and tile floors. Exquisite kitchen. Loft with forest views. (22848) $589,000 North Main Street frontage in Fort Bragg. Building was remodeled in Looking for a Large very private home with 2,800 1988. This 2,200 sq.ft. workshop and huge greenhouse? This home features bam- sq. ft. building has boo flooring, granite kitchen countertops, vaulted ceilings, fruit tUcked away in transitionaL forest Lands been operating trees, and raised beds. There is a huge upstairs open space with 3/4 bath and skylights. Shop is wired with three-phase electrical, is this 2 acre parcel with custom-built, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, as a letterpress propane heat, and drive-thru capacity on both ends, and was the 2,000 sq. ft. home. Living room is off of kitchen with open- print shop for previous site of a welding business. Possible other light industrial beam knotty pine ceilings; French door out to deck. Formal years. Four paved potential. Also includes a separate two-car garage, plus carport. dining room also has a French door out to deck. Tiled Large, two bedroom, 1 bath home located between Fort off-street parking There is a 35 kW Guardian generator. A 20,000-gallon water entry and kitchen. Master bedroom has walk-in closet and storage tank provides for your gardening needs and exterior fire Bragg, Mendocino, parks and ocean! Little traffic with being on spaces with paved sprinkler protection. Good potential for live/work situation or live a cul-de-sac and lots of privacy! Some repairs to be done—take Jacuzzi tub in bath. Bonus room. In the sun and very private. drive. Has propane forced-air heat and perimeter founda- in the house and rent the shop. (22897) $565,000 a look and see. (22923) $359,900 (22906) $395,000 tion. (22924) $350,000

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Magnificent ranch in the redwOOdS on Company Ranch Road BuSINESS LIStINgS in Fort Bragg. Very private, over seven acres with a river running through prICE rEduCtIoN cOMptche StOre: incOMe-prOducing and swimming hole. Main house: three bedrooms, two baths, oversized BuSineSS fOr Sale! Amazing opportunity garage and a greenhouse. Built by one of the best coastal contractors who in the desired town of Comptche. This is the only store from the coast to Ukiah on this road is the current owner. Many amenities. Second home has three bedrooms, that has gas. Beer and wine license, plus all the two baths, and also nice views. Includes horse pasture; lots of sun. Easy staple needs for your home. Room to grow with ride to Jackson State Forest. First time on the market in twenty-five years. the right person or partners. The property comes Possible Owner Carry $1,100,000 with a 2 bedroom, 2 bath house on almost two the Only gaS StatiOn acres. Come live the dream of working and in tOwn Of MendOcinO; prICE rEduCtIoN living in the country. call agent for details. Owner now will sell business $799,000 separately from land. A great ten private, peaceful acreS opportunity in the heart of with mature gardens, large redwoods, meadows, and lawns. Cleared for village fraMe ShOp is a great small town town. Currently sale of gas horses. Classic Mendocino Cottage has an open floor plan with wonderful business, and fun way to bring out your artis- and oil, and oil changes, and natural light, new roof, new Australian wool rugs upstairs, new monitor tic side. This store has good clientele. Owners tires, but it would be possible heater. Includes a 2 bedroom, 1 bath rental. This magical property also want to retire and are ready for a new person to to expand and add products. has an art studio/workshop for a home business. You have to see this to assume their role. Owner will train. $25,000 Land is also for sale and appreciate! price reduced $1,150,000 can be bought separately. $1,600,000 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011 Page 15 Pamela Hudson Real Estate “ENERGY, ETHICS, EXPERIENCE!” mendOcinO From Westport to Manchester, oceanfront or sunbelt, working with our real estate professionals will 707.937.3900 PamEla r. hudson open many doors. Whether you live here now or want to call this home, our company serves our fOrt Bragg BROKER, DRE #01036573 buyers and sellers with the relentless pursuit of performance. Please call or visit us today! [email protected] 707.964.7100 MOBILE: 707.813.0813 Ocean View • OceanfrOnt • residential • cOmmercial

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(22510) and full bath, newer carpet sunny, ocEan viEw, 4 bedroom house on the fabulous Albion head- rEducEd to only $509,400 and kitchen appliances, neu- lands. Just minutes from tral color carpet and walls. the golf course, beach, Sliding door from downstairs and village of Mendocino. bedroom. Huge upstairs mas- This turn-key house in- ter suite with sitting room loft. cludes the furniture, five (22395) $399,000 TV sets (two flat screen), kitchen items, hot tub, four comfy newer beds, Proudly Providing in-housE Printing sErvicEs sincE thE all linens and cleaning bucolic surroundings with cattle grazing on rolling hills to the frog’s lEaP and a hop, skip and 1970s, Mendo Litho is items. Composite decks, east,spacious home and two oceanfront cottages providing the best a jump to the ocean’s edge. One now for sale! Three blinds, and all on almost of bothworlds. Strong rental income from all three units. Turn-key of Coast Getaways’ most popu- stories and nearly a full acre of property. Sip and ready togo! Located in Albion, just a ten-minute drive south from lar vacation rental spots, just a 7,000 square feet of a glass of wine as you enjoy the sunset and view. Built-in barbecue on Mendocino. Easy access to the RV parks and docks, kayak rentals, diving short drive from the village of space providing mul- top deck. RV hookup. Can be a single-family residence, or a vacation and outstanding restaurant. (22885) $1,475,000 Mendocino. Two levels, the upper tiple rooms for the dif- rental, this is elegance refined and move-in ready. Owner will consider with kitchen, two spacious bed- ferent processes. This all offers! (22218) $844,000 Enjoy 35 acrEs of room to stretch out on your own cattle ranch in Sold! wE CaN SEll building could also be Covelo. Comfortable house with new metal roof, large pond, pole barn, rooms, oneYouRS, bath, and Too! living area with panoramic views of the gor- used as a retail store and plenty of privacy. with offices upstairs. littlE rivEr bungalow for Make this your primary geous Pacific, calming for the mind and spirit. On the ground level is a Plenty of storage coastal getaway for abalone residence, or country throughout. (21923) diving, golfing, and visiting getaway. Breathe the spacious bedroom suite with beau- tiful views to the ocean. Separate $741,840 IN ESCRow Mendocino. Perfect place fresh air and wonder to build you dream home, at the beauty of na- entrance and away from the up- near all, and yet private and ture. Pond is perfect stairs crowd. Owner may carry wooded. View of the Van for summer swims. some of the purchase price with Damme Bay through the trees Two wells: Ag 3 phase proof of good credit and income. land and southern exposure light. well. Subirrigated land. Gross receipts from the vacation (22754) $199,000 Potential to subdivide. rental business are available upon PricE rEduction (22781) $499,000 request. (22012) $599,000 PrimE city lot for salE. Businesses fOr sale Located immediately next to the commercial building and busi- ness known as Mendo Litho. Lot gardEn bakEry of mEndocino may be used as additional park- The incredible aromas that come from this well-established Mendocino bakery greet a full-sErvicE Printing businEss with strong local following is waiting for an ing and access for Mendo Litho. you as you round the corner from Lansing Street Pies, cakes, breads, wedding cakes, This lot may be required to be pastries, cookies, and much more have been expertly made and quickly consumed by offer! Owners are ready to retire. Great location and loyal staff. makE an offEr! sold in a package with adjacent build your nEw homE on one of locals and tourists alike for many years. Special placement exists for both Mendocino building and business located and Fort Bragg Farmers’ Markets. don’t miss this outstanding oPPortunity! the best lots in coveted Surfwood at 100 North Franklin Street, Fort Estates IV in Mendocino. Old red- Bragg, California. Call listing of- wood barn from the early 1900s still fice for more information. exists on the lot. Lumber from this original fantastic barn may be of substantial value. Improvements additiOnal tOp Quality listings 1) 32.3 acres. 2) Owner may carry back on the lot have already been done EscaPE to your own paper for qualified buyer. 3) Septic to include drainage, electrical, un- PrivatE forEst just PRICE REduCEd Horse ProPerty • Price reduction engineering done. 4) Access road derground conduit, drilled well, and PRICE REDUCED! minutes from the beach completed. 5) Several compacted rough drive. (22685) $299,000 and village of Mendocino. house sites completed. Twenty wooded acres with (22432) $323,000 lots of level areas and your own creekside retreat! Two unique, custom-built homes. Beautiful andscaping, paths PricE rEduction through the woods, flower ElEgant rEtirEmEnt homE! In gardens, gentle breezes to pristine condition; quiet location enjoy. Lovingly tended for the with a detached two-car garage. past ten years and now it’s Laundry room. Three spacious bed- time for a new owner! (22385) rooms, two baths, large kitchen $759,000 and living areas. Every detail in good condition. Lovely senior park sErEnE and PEacEful home at The Woods, surrounded by large red- long ago inhabitEd by family with indoor pool, community cen- woods and adjacent to Van and loggErs, this beautiful 8.2 ter, lots of paved roads that wan- Damme State Park. Feel acre lot is waiting for a new resi- der through the neighborhood for the magic of nature; enjoy PristinE land rolling to thE dent! Gorgeous trees, sunny meadow walks and visits with friends. Huge the quiet of senior living ocEan. Historic buildings still remain and lots of old interesting outbuild- redwood trees a short stroll into community. Fireplace, on this oceanfront property. Kibesillah ings; needs some tender loving care the forest. Automatic generator for large floor plan, three Creek wanders down the north side and it will be something to behold! power outages. Brand new water bedrooms, two baths, sky- maturE rEdwoods and lush foliage greet you as you wander onto this of this land. The ‘’Kibesillah Hotel’’ Surrounded by the pristine Jackson heater. Outstanding assisted living lights, on-demand gen- immaculate property. The circular drive leads to a welcoming two-story stands somewhat proudly on the prop- State Forest on all sides, with ready facility known as ‘’The Lodge at erator, and central heat. ranch-style home. Detached two-car garage is designed for adding an erty. Lots of stories from there. History access to trails for horseback riding, the Woods’’ is on site. Sale may Clubhouse, pool, and lots upstairs living space. State-of-the-art recording studio with sound booth buffs could find many treasures from hiking, and endless outdoor enjoy- require probate court approval. of places for long walks. just steps from your home within the garage structure. (22152) $549,000 the past while you’re building your ment! (21138) $450,000 (22077) Reduced to $198,000 (22681) $175,000 home. (21940) $799,000 OVer 147 years of cOmBined real estate sales finance and legal experience be a Part of our incredible growth thomas r. hudson ATTORNEY-AT-LAW and success michElE mccoard OFFICE MANAGER somE of thE many sErvicEs wE ProvidE . . . call our office today if 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges • Foreclosure Sales you are an investor and Legal Department dEirdrE lamb lorrainE murPhy ann bEth (ab) PricEman rachEl tEmPlEr want to use your ira to Probate Sales • Mortgage Services Realtor® Realtor® Realtor® Realtor® Purchase Property! MOBILE: 707.324.9401 MOBILE: 707.291.7159 MOBILE: 707.357.1801 MOBILE: 707.813.0047 Page 16 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011 Land Jim Hay, Broker Ward Avenue Lots – Walk to the Beach! Great location by Carol Greenberg, Broker Assoc. MacKerrcher State Park, well-sized rectangular parcels with nice front- Ron Eich, Broker Assoc. e-Pro, CDPE age near the ocean and sand dunes. Three parcels available starting at Art Love, Broker Assoc., CRS, GRI $129,000. (22044, 22045, 22046) Carol Ann Walton, GRI, REALTOR Oceanfront Parcel with Amazing 10481 Lansing Street, Mendocino CA 95460 Mendocino Artist Cottage Set in a Views House plans for a two-story, Corner of Lansing & Ukiah Street Rose Garden Three bedroom, 1.5 Ocean View, Four Bedroom,Three 2 bedroom, 2 bath home. $299,000. bath home has ocean views that Bath Home. A successful vacation (21935) peek in and out from the backyard. rental. Great blue and white water 60 Acres with Panoramic Ocean Walk to the village and Big River. ocean views can be seen from every Views This parcel is zoned for one Sea Cottage Real Estate Beautifully remolded. An offi ce and room. $1,095,000. (22822) residence with multiple location op- artist studio are located off the tions. Very pretty...with lots of trees and meadows. This is the north of 707-937-0423 800-707-0423 www.seacottage.com kitchen.$579,000.(22499) three adjacent sixty-acre parcels. $499,000. (21890) Three Contiguous Parcels Totaling 7.8 Acres Parcels are wooded with some lovely, millable redwoods and a variety of other trees. Road access exists on the western-most parcel, with a walking trail crossing into the other two parcels on the northern side. Property corners and lines are identifi ed and marked. There is an existing well on the western parcel. Great Surfwood Setting with Contemporary, Three Bedroom, Two House in the Country Two bedroom, The Ocean Views are Amazing Two Beautifully Constructed, New, Two Each parcel is priced at $250,000 Redwood Groves Three bedroom, Bath Townhome in a great Hills 2.5 bath home sits high in a spec- bedroom, 2 bath home is a vacation Bedroom, 3 bath, two-story home on or all three available at a total of 2 bath home in Surfwood Estates. Ranch location just a short walk tacular forest area on 4.2 acres. rental in successful South Caspar 4.40 acres. Twenty-fi ve-foot open- $690,000. (21436) This property borders Russian Gulch from the village of Mendocino. Lots Tranquility, privacy and great views. area. Minutes away from Caspar beam ceilings. It has it all; top-of-the No Coastal Development Permit State Park and has a peek of the of storage area added and many Master suite with walk-in closet Beach and Russian Gulch State market appliances, granite coun- Required Flat parcel, good drilled ocean through the trees. Garage improvements throughout. Great $825,000. (22463) Park. Very private with sweeping ters, dual-pane windows, and 2.5 well, preliminary soils report for is large enough for three cars plus for living, Mendocino getaway, or ocean views, a pond, and seasonal car garage with shop. $765,000. standard septic system. Good ocean a workshop area. $682,500. (22443) long-term rental. $429,000. (22780) stream. $599,000. (22257) (22801) views, easy walk to Pomo Bluff Park and College of the Redwoods (ex- ercise and education). $219,000. (22921)

Greenwood Cottage from 1885 in the Full details and photos Oceanfront Stunner Three bed- Mendocino village. Single-level saltbox room, 2 bath home in Pacifi c Reefs with studio. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home for these listings gated community on 1.2 acres. Many has a small fenced yard with fruit trees. and many more on superlative features. Unobstructed Pinewood floors and ninetenth-century ocean views. House of Whales ideal interest. Perimeter foundation, thermal win- our website for permanent home or vacation dows, and water storage tank. $396,000. rental investment. $995,000. (22693) (22468) www.seacottage.com PRICE REDUCED

Beauty. Security. Activity. All Points Real Estate Service 32670 Highway 20, Fort Bragg Corner of South Harbor Drive and Highway 20 Retirement Living at The Woods. Offi ce: 707-961-1020 • Fax: 707-961-1035 • www.allpointsrealestate.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 Ruth Schnell Broker Ted & Dodie Christian Realtors® community is just minutes away. eurekaruthe@ sbcglobal.net [email protected] Explore and enjoy all the area offers from THE GLASS BEACH INN has been an outstanding Inn your private, quality manufactured home. for many years,visibly located on Main Street, it consists Start with activities in the on-premises of ten uniquely decorated, cozy and comfortable rooms clubhouse. Read a book from our library. (each with private bath), two sitting rooms, a large Take a dip in the indoor heated pool and kitchen with sunlit dinning room, and detached cottage spa. Meander on almost two miles of in back. Plus the large 2 bedroom, 1 bath owner’s quar- wooded walking paths. Visit neighbors ters on the second fl oor has its own kitchen and covered and make new friends in the community. deck. MLS 22881 LISTED FOR $899,000 Take a scenic drive to pick huckleberries, QUAINT RUSTIC COTTAGE amid a garden setting of play golf at a nearby course, or visit any long-time award-winning fl owers to be enjoyed from the of six stunning state beaches. Enjoy an private patio and many walkways. The three-bay detached active and secure lifestyle with a unique garage with shop is a must-see for the hobbyist or collector. blend of nature and gracious living. Located within walking distance of beaches and park. MLS 21427 Reduced to $439,000 The Woods. Affordable living on the magnificent Mendocino Coast. THIS GRAND PIECE OF OCEANFRONT PROPERTY with panoramic views from its 12.9± acres is located ap- proximately one mile south of Elk, fi fteen miles south of Mendocino and about a three- to four-hour drive from San Francisco. On site are a small cabin/studio and a two-story, 1,600 sq. ft. shop/garage. MLS 21543 Reduced to $1,475,000

YES THIS IS LAKE front at its best, located in a senior mobile Equal Housing home park across the street from Pudding Creek Beach. You can Opportunity NORTHERNNCPHS CALIFORNIA PRESBYTERIAN HOMES & SERVICES enjoy the lake and all of its feathered inhabitants such as the swans and ducks either from thedeck or through the large front To learn more about The Woods call 707 937-0294 or 800 469-6637 room/dining room windows, making this 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 43300 Little River Airport Road, Little River, CA 95456 • www.ncphs.org double-wide home a must-see. And for those unexpected events The Woods is owned and operated by Northern California Presbyterian Homes & Services, Inc. that may occur, an emergency power generator is on hand just in case. MLS 22690 Listed for $123,500 Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011 Page 17 Information about your event must be written copy… E-mail, FAX, mail or delivered to our office. To limit errors and omissions phone messages about events will not be accepted. A telephone number for information must be included. Public Service Announcements Courtesy of Real Estate Magazine.

a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Caspar Community Cen- 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. for container gardening and floral display, ter, 15051 Caspar Road; menu varies with the Caspar Community Center sample fantastic examples of ‘Garden to Mondays—Weekly vigils at Mike Thomp- seasons; book sale takes place in conjunc- 964-4997 table’ treats from celebrity chefs, and shop son’s office, Franklin Street, Fort Bragg, tion; call 964-4997 for more information or in a special sale of new and gently used gar- 10:00 a.m. visit casparcommons.org for monthly menu. Sat. 07/09 den art, furniture, accessories and tools at Mondays—Drop-in English Country Dance, Mendocino English Country Dance bargain prices. Garden Fresh Lunch—A de- 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., C.V. Starr Commu- Ongoing Saturdays Bruce Hamilton, caller and dance leader. licious, fresh lunch served in the Gardens’ nity Center, 300 South Lincoln Street, Fort Meet the Seals Very lively music by “Take A Dance” English Courtyard at your leisure from 11:30 a.m. Ongoing,Bragg; $6 at the door. 2011 country dance orchestra, the house band. until 1:30 p.m. Ongoing demonstrations in- Thursdays—Support group for grandpar- Through the summer, join state park Inter- English Country Dance is fun, relatively clude: Floral arranging using ‘fantastic ents raising grandchildren, 10:00 a.m. to preters on a walk to the seal rocks to see easy, community-oriented dancing with live finds’ from your garden; Creating tabletop 11:00 a.m. at Safe Passage Family Resource harbor seals and learn about their life along music. All dances are taught. No partner is garden whimsy; Large and small format Center, 208 Dana Street, Fort Bragg; 964- the Mendocino Coast. Level walking, fun for required. Beginners are encouraged to par- container gardening; ‘Garden to Table’ lus- 1931 or 964-3077. all ages. ticipate. No special dress is required. Please cious treats by celebrity chef, Margaret Fox. Thursdays—Bingo; snacks and beverages 2:00 p.m. bring potluck snacks and beverages to share Treasure Hunt at the fabulous sale of new provided;Real 7:00 p.m. (doors Events open at 6:00 Meet at theCalendar Lake Cleone parking lot in during the break. and gently used garden art, furniture, acces- p.m.), 490 North Harold Street; 964-0443. MacKerricher State Park $10 sories, and tools at very special prices. Open Fridays—Noyo Food Forest learning gar- Call 961-0471 for more information. 8:00 p.m. to ticket holders only. Tour our demonstra- den hands-on experiences, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 Newcomer instruction at 7:30 p.m. tion gardens in full summer bloom—led p.m., Fort Bragg High School; 964-0218. Ongoing–Sun. 07/17 Caspar Community Center by specialists who will share their tricks of Fridays—Swing Dancing, 6:30 p.m. to She Stoops to Conquer 964-4826 the trade. Special mini-lectures and dem- 9:00 p.m., Caspar Inn; Free and open to the First performed in London in 1773, this onstrations at the Begonia Display house, public. hilarious farce by Oliver Goldsmith, full of Fri. 07/08 the Dahlia Garden and the highly producing Saturdays—Noyo Food Forest community witty social commentary has continued to State Park Junior Ranger Programs Vegetable Garden. garden, 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; grow food for delight audiences for more than two hun- Presented by California State Parks and Tickets on sale now, at www.gardenbythe- the Food Bank; Mendocino Community Gar- dred years. Comic confusion and imagined Mendocino Area Parks Association. sea.org or at the Gardens Store. den next to the recreation center; 964-0218. class distinctions threaten to derail an en- Your Special Critter, MacKerricher State MCBG members $35, (advance); Non-mem- First Fridays—Women in Black Peace Vigil, gagement between young Mr. Marlow and Park Campfire Center bers, $40 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Town Hall, Fort the vivacious Kate Hardcastle. It takes all Tracking Critters, Van Damme State Park $15 Box Lunch Bragg. All are welcome to come and stand of Kate’s ingenuity to turn things to her ad- Campfire Center 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in silence for Peace. You are welcome to vantage in this fast-paced, warm, and wise Free Questions? Please call 707-964-4352, exten- bring a candle. play. Directed by Dan Kozloff. Show opened 961-0471 or 937-4700 sion 10. First and Third Fridays—Irish Set Dance June 9. Workshops, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., 307 East 8:00 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; Sat. 07/09 Redwood Avenue, Fort Bragg; $5 at the door; 2:00 p.m. matinee Sunday July 10. Final per- State Park Campfire Programs 964-7525; social dances of rural Ireland, formance July 17, Sunday at 8:00 p.m. Presented by California State Parks and Irish sets are danced by four couples in a Helen Schoeni Theater, 45200 Little Lake Mendocino Area Parks Association. square formation, to lively reels, jigs, pol- Street, Mendocino Birds of MacKerricher, MacKerricher State TOTAL kas, slides, and hornpipes; the figures are Call for tickets and more information, Park Campfire Center * not difficult, though the dance is fast-paced; RAINFALL 937-4477. Ravens, Van Damme State Park Campfire for the musicians familiar with Irish music are in- Center vited to come and play; “drop-in” basis; new- Ongoing–Sun. 07/31 Free MENDOCINO COAST comers always welcome, no partner neces- Redwood Tables and Tableware Show 8:00 p.m. sary; please wear clean, soft-soled shoes. The Artists’ Collective Gallery features 961-0471 or 937-4700 Total Rainfall 1990–1991...... 22.76” Total Rainfall 1991–1992...... 32.47” First Saturdays—SHARE (Simply Happy tables by Craig Hathaway and pottery by About Raw Eating) network’s Raw Food Pot- Total Rainfall 1992–1993...... 50.08” Alison Gardner. Fri. 07/15 Total Rainfall 1993–1994...... 27.67” luck, 6:00 p.m.; bring an organic, raw vegan Opening reception with the artists July 9, State Park Junior Ranger Programs Total Rainfall 1994–1995...... 55.32” dish for eight people to share, a plate, eat- 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Presented by California State Parks and Total Rainfall 1995–1996...... 39.23” ing utensils; upstairs of the Company Store Gallery hours: seven days a week, 10:00 a.m. Mendocino Area Parks Association. Total Rainfall 1996–1997...... 42.36” at Living Light, Fort Bragg; 357-2030. Total Rainfall 1997–1998...... 73.33” to 5:00 p.m. Lake Walk: Plants, MacKerricher Sate Park- Second Wednesdays—Odd Fellows pot- Total Rainfall 1998–1999...... 46.40” 6031 South Highway 1 Lake Cleone parking lot Total Rainfall 1999–2000...... 35.13” luck and open stage. Bring music, food, and Call 937-5202 or 513-7680 for the artists; Rocky Shores, Van Damme State Park Visi- Total Rainfall 2000–2001...... 30.18” poetry; 428 North Main Street, Fort Bragg, 877-1128 for the gallery. tor Center Total Rainfall 2001–2002...... 43.40” behind PAWS; doors open by 6:00 p.m.; Free Total Rainfall 2002–2003...... 44.00” 961-6099 or 964-2511 on Wednesday. Total Rainfall 2003–2004...... 27.41” Ongoing–Wed. 08/31 961-0471 or 937-4700 Second Fridays—Pub Night. Open Total Rainfall 2004–2005...... 39.79” Junior Ranger Program Total Rainfall 2005–2006...... 52.18” mic, games, food, conviviality, beer and Kids ages seven through twelve. Earn badg- Sat. 07/16 Total Rainfall 2006–2007...... 29.20” wine; all ages welcome; guest chefs; es and other prizes! Want to help out and State Park Campfire Programs Total Rainfall 2007–2008...... 32.59” free for the fun; fees for food and learn about our Shorebirds? Presented by California State Parks and Total Rainfall 2008–2009...... 24.17” beverages; 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Total Rainfall 2009–2010...... 46.89" Caspar Community Center; 964-4997. Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. Mendocino Area Parks Association. Meet at Lake Cleone parking lot at MacKer- California State Symbols, MacKerricher Fourth Sunday—Grange Pancake Break- richer State Park. State Park Campfire Center Total Rainfall fasts: Inland, Little Lake Grange, 8:00 a.m. 961-0471 or 937-4700 Mountain Lions, Van Damme State Park to 11:00 a.m. Little Lake Grange #670, 291 2010–2011 Campfire Center School Street, Willits; $6 for pancakes, To Date 50.75” eggs, ham or bacon, juice, and coffee or tea; Free 8:00 p.m. Total Rainfall Thanksgiving coffee and real maple syrup. July, 2011 June 22, 2011 to June 30, 2011 Coast, Whitesboro Grange, 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 961-0471 or 937-4700 a.m.; ham and eggs, pancakes, juice, milk, 0.82” Fri. 07/08 This rainfall data was gathered at coffee and teas (herbal and regular), home- Fri. 07/15 Pub Night Mendocino City made berry syrup; three miles up Navarro Second Fridays. Open mic, games, food, Over the Garden Fence Community Services District Ridge Road, just south of Albion village. A special day to excite every gardener— *Total rainfall is measured from July 1 of the preceding conviviality, beer and wine. All ages wel- year to June 30 of the current year. Fourth Sunday—Breakfast in Caspar, fea- come. Guest chef, Georgia Lane. no matter how experienced. Visit fabulous turing local, organic and gourmet food, 9:00 Free for the fun; fees for food and beverages. demonstration gardens, learn design tips Real Estate Magazine July 8, 2011 Page 18 Information about your event must be written copy… E-mail, FAX, mail or delivered to our office. To limit errors and omissions phone messages about events will not be accepted. A telephone number for information must be included. Public Service Announcements Courtesy of Real Estate Magazine.

Mon. 07/18 Fri. 08/05 Mendocino Stories and Music Series Mendocino Stories and Music Series (continued) The Mendocino Stories and Music Series A rowdy night of entertainment with Lenny is taking advantage of a quiet night in the Laks and John Chamberlin. Lenny and Music Festival to invite Father/Daughter John, AKA The Whales, have a set list that duo Mike and Leah Wollenberg to play jazz stretches from Lenny’s originals to John’s and celtic music with guitar and violin. This renditions of America’s hip favorites— eventJuly is a benefit2011 for Pacific Textile Arts. eclecticAugust, Americana 2011 in all its infinite variety. Pacific Textile Arts is an organization de- Special guests are Antonia Lamb and Jon voted to the support of all the textile arts. Faurot. All ages are welcome. They teach young people and children to Sliding scale $10–$15. weave, knit and spin and to understand the Bistro menu and libations are available as role these activities have played since the beginning of human history. soon as the doors open at 6:30 p.m. Real EventsMusic starts Calendar at 7:30 p.m. A mainstay in the Bay Area music scene since the early eighties, guitarist Mike Mendocino Hotel Wollenberg has performed and recorded For more information, call Pattie at 937- with many Bay Area luminaries, from Mike 1732 or go online to http://www.mendoci- Marshall and Darol Anger to Laurie Lewis nostories.com/events.html. and Tom Rozum. Leah Wollenberg has been around music and musicians all her life. As niture available for purchase. a performer, Leah presents her music with • Artists in Action will be demonstrating total absorption and conviction, making her their techniques—from weaving to wood- a joy to listen to and watch. working. All ages are welcome. • The Silent Auction area will offer one-of- Sliding scale $10–$20. a-kind pieces donated by the artists, unique Bistro menu and libations are available as travel lots and special wine collections. soon as the doors open at 6:30 p.m. (100 percent of the proceeds benefit the Music starts at 7:30 p.m. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens.) Mendocino Hotel • Wine tasting from Mendocino County’s For more information, call Pattie at 937- best wineries will be available with the pur- 1732 or go online to http://www.mendoci- chase of an event wine glass. nostories.com/events.html. • Gourmet picnic baskets featuring the fin- est local food and wine will be available for Fri. 07/29 purchase. Mendocino Stories and Music Series • Select fine food vendors offer fantastic Americana recording artist Marcus McCal- choices in our Food Court on The Green. len along with bassist John Bush. Marcus • Live music and performances will add to McCallen, versatile singer and accom- the ambiance and charm of this delightful plished guitarist, has shared the stage with summer’s day! Van Morrison, Jessie Colin Young, Chris Tickets are $20 in advance (on sale now), Isaak, Jerry Jeff Walker, and many others. He brings with him an irresistible blend of folk, rock, country and blues. Joining him will be John Bush, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and audio engineer on bass. All ages are welcome. Sliding scale $10–$15. Bistro menu and libations are available as soon as the doors open at 6:30 p.m. Music starts at 7:30 p.m. Mendocino Hotel For more information, call Pattie at 937- 1732 or go online to http://www.mendoci- nostories.com/events.html. $25 the day of the event. A limited number of Gourmet Picnic Bas- Sat. 07/30 kets are available –sized for one person Mendocino Stories and Music Series ($25) ; Wineglasses for tasting are $20 per The Mendonesians will be the featured per- person. To purchase advance tickets, picnic formers, playing their brand of Latin and baskets and wine tasting tickets: Jazz tunes. Band leader Lynn Kiesewetter, www.gardenbythesea.org select ‘Art in the on keyboards, always brings along a fine Gardens’ or call 707-964-4352. selection of musicians to highlight her soft Sat. 08/06 demonstrations, the finest Mendocino “lounge singer” style. Featured guest for County wineries, delicious food and local this session is her son, Bing York, on drums. Art in the Gardens Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens pres- culinary treats, and fabulous musicians on All ages are welcome. six stages…all coming together to create a Sliding scale $10–$15. ent the twentieth annual Art in the Gar- dynamic event right in the heart of the Bo- Bistro menu and libations are available as dens. This celebration of fine art and fine tanical Gardens. This garden backdrop will soon as the doors open at 6:30 p.m. craft also features local musicians and Men- dazzle and delight your senses with color Music starts at 7:30 p.m. docino County vintners. Hailed by many as Mendocino Hotel the best garden party on California’s North and fragrance as you stroll the garden paths For more information, call Pattie at 937- Coast, Art in the Gardens is MCBG’s biggest sampling, viewing, listening and selecting. 1732 or go online to http://www.mendoci- fund-raiser of the year. Highlights include: nostories.com/events.html. Imagine a beautiful summer’s day with • A wide variety of original fine art and nearly a hundred talented artists, live art crafts including beautiful, handcrafted fur-