Guest House Holiday exhibit

Everyone is invited to stop by the 1892 Guest House Museum on Main St. in Fort Bragg to enjoy a display of antique Christmas cards and postcards. Assembled by museum professional Jessee Wilson-Grainger with her husband Brent assisting, the display is a delight to see. Jessee recently returned to Fort Bragg after spending several years working in the museums of Ireland. The Guest House Museum is open during winter months Thursdays through Sundays from 11AM until 2PM. Donations gladly received.


Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Festival of Lights was a Huge hit! :)

The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens held its very first Festival of Lights for eight nights (started December 5th-12th)
They have announced the got 4,000 visitors, including 750 children during the celebration!! Amazing!
The Garden's trees, bushes and cactus were decorated with tens of thousands of lights and the paths lined with luminary bags.
We sure can't wait for it next year, and are excited to see it get better and better.

For more info about the Gardens, or to make a donation, visit www.gardenbythesea.org or call (707)964-4352

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Beautiful Moon

This morning, the sun seemed to be taking a little bit longer to rise...
Normally, I don't like that...but today, I didn't mind. The sky was starting to clear up from this crazy storm that just passed through here...
The moon was so bright and full, it was amazing. It was sitting right over the ocean, glowing as bright as can be. It truly took my breath away :)

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Join a staff mycologist on a weekly walk for mushrooms throughout the Garden. Mushroom identification, biology, edibility, myths and the good times that all come along with a mushroom walk will be included. Warning: exposure to the mushroom world can be habit-forming! Weather permitting; come prepared for wet, off-trail hiking. Free with Garden admission. 18220 North Highway One, Fort Bragg | 707.964.4352x16 | www.gardenbythesea.org

Michelle - Beachcomber Team
thebeachcombermotel.com
1-800-400-Surf(7873)

Help the CV Starr!

You can help! Contact the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park District to make a contribution to the OPERATING EXPENSES for the Starr Center. Any amount will make a difference! Phone (707) 964-9446
Don't let this place shut down, for the sake of our kids:)

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Point Aren Lighthouse offers free Admission!

Go see the Point Arena Lighthouse on Wednesdays, December 1st,8th, 15th, and 22nd for Free! :)See the newly painted Lighthouse, enjoy hot cider, holiday cookies and climb to the top of the 115ft Tower! Shop for Holiday gifts in their gift store!
They are open daily from 10AM-3:30PM (707) 882-2777
Catch a wave!
www.thebeachcombermotel.com

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Mendocino Theatre Company presents "A Christmas Carol"

The Mendocino Theatre Company presents a specially priced production of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" as a gift to the Community, December 10th-19th.
This Holiday attraction will be presented at low ticket prices as a special gift to our community and those who have supported MTC throughout the year.
This production of A Christmas Carol is an original adaption of the late Jerry Juhl, one of the original writers of The Muppet Show. Jerry along with David Ball and David Feldshuh first adapted and presented this story in November 1992. It is the story of a mean spirited, miserly old man named Ebenezer Scrooge who refuses to embrace the Holiday spirit, especially the true meaning of giving.
Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for students and children under 6 years old come free. For ticket info, call (707) 937-4477 or visit MTC's website www.mendocinotheatre.org

Gaby-Beachcomber Team
www.thebeachcombermotel.com

Point Cabrillo's "Shop Till You Drop" Sale!

Point Cabrillo is having a "Shop Till You Drop" sale on December 18th, from 4PM -6PM. Come and enjoy some shopping and light refreshments, music by Treble'd Women, and a visit from Santa! Don't forget to ask for your 10% discount!

Sparkly lens replicas, lighthouses of scrimshaw or ceramic, and colored dollars of sand. Need stocking stuffers?? they will have earings, necklaces, lighthouse pins, key chains and pulls of pewter.

Dress warmly and bring a flashlight!!

(707) 937-5033 or toll free (800) 262-7801





Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Whale Watching with the Sea Hawk

It is that time of year again, when the Amazing California Gray Whales are migrating south from Alaska to Baja California during the months of December through February and return North during the months of February through April. The Whales are super close to shore, so it's only a 5-15 minute ride, and it's a 95% chance of seeing them up close and personal!
Whale watching with a charter boat is the perfect opportunity to be right next to these gentle giants and fun for people of all ages. The Sea Hawk is Coast Guard Certified for 30 passengers and takes up to 3 trips per day.
This is a must if you are on the Mendocino Coast!

(707) 964-1881

http://www.allaboardadventures.com/

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Christmas Dinner at The Mendocino Hotel

The Mendocino Hotel is serving Christmas Dinner on December 25, 2010.
Dinner available from 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Choice of Starter:
Duck Comfit Strudel Caramelized Celery and Apple Compote, Toasted Ground Almond Roasted Pumpkin Soup
Toasted Pumpkin Seed, Parsley Oil Parsnip, Apple and Pear Salad Baby Arugula, Shaft's Bleu, Crème Fraiche Dressing, Apple Syrup, Toasted Almonds

Choice of Entrée:
Herb Roasted Cornish Hen Whole Roasted Garlic and Fine Herb Potato Purée, Young Buttered Vegetables, Carrot Caramel Enriched Hen Jus Certified Angus Prime Rib Light Horseradish Asiago Gratin, Prosciutto Asparagus Bundles, Demi Glace, Rosemary Gremolata Grilled Fresh Sea Bass Cream of Roasted Fennel, Butter Roasted Baby Red Potatoes, Honey Butter

Cost: $69 Adults and $23 for children 12 & under

Call to book your reservation :)

707.937.0511

Gaby-The Beachcomber Team

Festival of Lights at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

Sunday, December 5, 2010 through Sunday, December 12, 2010
Join us for a special holiday display!
Bundle up the kids, stroll the Gardens pathways and delight at the beautiful display of holiday lights. Before or after your walk stop by our ‘Holiday Café' for desserts and hot beverages while the kids play at the Holiday Art Table.
Open every evening - 4:30 until 7:30 pm - free admission.
http://www.gardenbythesea.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=events.detail&eventID=130

Michelle
Beachcomber Team
thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-7873

North Coast Toy Run

The 11th annual North Coast Toy Run will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Motorcycles depart at 12:30pm from Boatyard Shopping Center in Ft Bragg at Hwy 20 & Hwy 1, arriving at Ft Bragg Lions Hall. Admission & Dinner: Bring a new unwrapped toy for a child under 18.

Complete dinner donated: tri tip from Roundman's, salad & bread from D'Aurelios & Pat's special beans from Harvest Market.

Coffee donated by Thanksgiving Coffee Company.

No-host bar with local North Coast Brewery beer.

Raffle and 50/50Live music with the Brown Brothers Blues BandBenefits Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Mendocino County and many of the children of the Mendocino Coast.

Sponsored by Ft. Bragg Lions Club.

Must be over 21.

For more information call: 707-961-0767

It's for a great cause, and who can pass up Tri Tip from Roundman's?!

See you there!

Gaby-The Beachcomber Team

Three Feathers and a Butterfly

Former Coast resident Martha Furey will be performing her newest one-woman play, "Three Feathers and a Butterfly" on Dec. 13 and 14th @ 8:00 pm at the Helen Shoeni Theatre on the grounds of the Mendocino Art Center.
Three Feathers and a Butterfly is a play based on her own family story going back to her great, great, grandmother, Sarah Foster who was a Civil War widow. Furey plays Sarah, who leads us through an intriguing story about a woman who is left alone with two sons on a farm in Kansas.
Having lost her husband, John Foster to Malaria and starvation in the dreadful Confederate Prison Camp in Andersonville, Georgia, she describes the difficulties of rebuilding a life for herself and her children after the war ends. Not only does Sarah have her sons, she now has an illegitimate half Cherokee child to explain to friends and family. It is a fascinating story that is filled with real family history, American Civil War history, and poetic license, which are all woven together into a fascinating one-woman play. The play is set in 1895 as Sarah struggles against a well meaning son and his attempts to move his 65-year-old mother off the farm and into a nearby town. This strong willed Kansas woman does not make her son's task an easy one. Humor, tragedy, hope and even a bit of romance make this a very compelling play.

Sounds wonderful!

Gaby-Beachcomber Motel

Candlelight Inn Tour

The Mendocino Coast Candlelight Inn Tour celebrates 22nd season with benefit event beautifully decorated Inns to open doors for touring, tasting and holiday entertainment.

This is an annual county event that celebrates the season by showcasing beautiful inns and lodges, and raising money for Mendocino Coast youth through Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Mendocino and the Mendocino Unified School Enrichment (MUSE) fund. This premier event includes buffets of food, refreshments, local musicians and entertainment. This is the opportunity to see these great Inns decked out for the holidays!

December 9th Tour features Mendocino. Includes Agate Cove Inn, Alegria Oceanfront Inn and Cottages, Joshua Grindle Inn, MacCallum House Inn, and Mendocino Hotel

December 10th Tour features Inns and Lodges of Fort Bragg. Includes us, The Beachcomber Motel, Living Light Inn, North Cliff Hotel, and The Weller House Inn.

December 11th tour features Inns of Little River and Albion. Includes Albion River Inn, Andiron Seaside Inn and Cabins, Glendeven Inn, and Little River Inn

December 12th tour features the Inns of Elk. Greenwood Pier Inn and Sandpiper Inn.

Tickets are $30 each. Visit http://www.mendocinotour.com/ or call (707) 964-1228. You may also purchase your tickets here at the Beachcomber Motel. With your help, we can help raise funds and awareness for local youth groups, and let's celebrate the season!

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Mushroom Walks

Join a staff mycologist (Mushroom Expert!) on a weekly walk for mushrooms throughout the Garden. Mushroom identification, biology, edibility, myths and the good times that all come along with a mushroom walk will be included. Weather permitting; come prepared for wet, off-trail hiking. Free with Garden admission. 18220 North Highway One, Fort Bragg 707.964.4352x16 http://www.gardenbythesea.org/

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Festival of Lights!

Visit the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens for "Festival of Lights" December 5th-12th 4:30PM-7:30PM

Thousands of lights transform Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens into a blossoming Winter wonderland.

Join everyone at their "Holiday Cafe" for desserts and hot beverages, shop The Garden Store while the kids play at the Holiday Art Table. The Garden Store is brimming with unique, high quality gifts at local prices! Browse the nursery for Winter treasures and specialty conifers for holiday tabletops. Stop by! Bring the kids and join the festivities!

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Holiday Lights Parade, right around the corner!

Holiday Lights Parade & Celebration: Saturday, December 4th
This seasonal celebration is sponsored this year by the Fort Bragg Volunteer Fire Department and the North Coast Rodders Car Club this year. Be sure to give them a big thanks!
5pm: Festivities begin when Santa and Mrs. Claus visit with the children and pass out cookies and candy at the Guest House Museum.
6 pm: Tree Lighting Ceremony – Local musicians and community groups entertain with carols and traditional Christmas music. The Mayor officially lights the giant tree on the lawn of the Guest House Museum.
7pm: The Holiday Lights Parade will illuminate downtown Fort Bragg!
See you there!

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Pay what you can theatre night!

The Mendocino Theatre Company’s current production of playwright Rebecca Gilman's play "The Sweetest Swing in Baseball" a delightful and well cast comedy, offers a special “Pay What You Can" performance, Wednesday, November 17th at 8 p.m.

“Our aim is to make the theatre experience accessible to everyone in the community, especially for those whose budgets have tightened due to the current recession,” explained MTC board president Bob Cohen. “MTC would like to make these community evenings a regular part of our season, with the hope that those who want to experience the magic of live theatre can do so without crimping their budget.” “We especially want everyone in the visitor-serving industry to be able to enjoy our productions, and we hope that Wednesday night is a time when they can attend our show."

There will be ‘open’ seating for the Pay What You Can performance, with seats offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Call the MTC Box Office at 937-4477 for more information.

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

LOCAL LICKS LIVE XVII

Great opportunity to experience the bes of local music, AND directly benefit the music programs in local schools!

Saturday November 20th, at 7:30 PM, with all proceeds to benefit Music in Our Schools.

Featuring Cowin & Fiona, Majide-Paul Kemp and Machiko, Roger Fritz and Friends- David Hayes and James Prestion plus Steven Bates and Cristy Wells. ..and more!

. All Acoustic - All Local - All at Cotton Auditorium, Harold & Fir streets in Fort Bragg. $12 in advance at Racines and Tangents In Fort Bragg, Harvest Market in the Boatyard Center, Out Of This World in Mendocino and Dig Music in Ukiah. $15 at the door.

More info? Go to http://kozt.com/.

Gaby-Beachcomber Team

Wine & Mushroom Fest

Mendocino County is home to over 3,000 types of mushrooms, 500 of which are edible.


The highlight of mushroom season is Mendocino County’s annual 10-day Wine & Mushroom Festival (this year from Friday, November 5th through Monday, November 15th), with everything from mushroom dinners, wine- and beer-pairing workshops, mushroom exhibits, guided mushroom foraging walks and much, much more.


Cost: Cost varies per individual event
http://www.visitmendocino.com/festivals-events/2010-11-05/mendocino-wine-mushroom-festival


Michelle - Beachcomber Team
thebeachcombermotel.com
800-400-surf (7873)

Haunted House

The Fort Bragg Leo {youth} Club will be hosting their 5th annual “Haunted House” attraction on Saturday, October 30th and Sunday, October 31st from 7-10 PM.
This Haunted House takes place in the Fort Bragg Lions Hall. It will have up to 13 rooms and mazes to go through, as well as our outside graveyard! It is intended to be extremely scary and not recommended for young children. However, the first hour, we will keep the “scare factor” down for little ones to join in on the fun, and it will become scarier as the night progresses.

http://fortbragglionsclub.org/FORMS.html

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-surf (7873)

Come swim, splash, slide and spook!!!!
A great way to spend the Halloween Eve with your family.
Saturday October 30.

300 S. Lincoln St.Fort Bragg, CA 95437
707 964-9446
http://www.mendocoastrec.org/

Michelle - Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-Surf (7873)

Day of the Dead

Come embrace life, death, family, community, and the art of ritual by participating in this year's Mendocino Coast Day of the Dead Celebration.

Enjoy traditional meals, salsa dancing, Sugar Skull Class (Caspar Community Center, 10/22/10), mask and flower making classes, gallery shows (Soulful Abundance Exhibit at Oddfellows Hall through October), margarita tastings, Gualala's Day of the Dead Fiesta Oct. 31, as well as many other events throughout Mendocino County. Not to mention the Altar Trail, complete with map, where various Dia de Los Muertos Altars can be discovered. Many of the activities are free and the rest benefit local non-profits.
From Saturday, Oct. 30th to Nov, 2 the Fort Bragg Town Hall will be transformed into Day of the Dead Altar Hall. Numerous Altars from members of the community will be on display throughout this time.
New this year will be a Sunset Candlelight Procession through the streets of Fort Bragg ending at the Redwood Coast Senior Center for free champurrado (Mexican hot chocolate) and cookies. Join us for a costumed (or not) community celebration as we honor our loved ones in a traditional Day of the Dead fashion.

Visit the website for all info!

http://www.blackbearpress.com/DayoftheDead2010/

Gaby-Front Desk

Abalone Cook-Off and Festival 2010

It's that time of year again! the 2010 Abalone Cook-Off and Festival is right around the corner!
This Saturday, October 9th from 10AM to 4PM at the South Noyo Harbor...Live music, wine tasting, silent auction, raffle, clam chowder, craft fair, t-shirts, and DANCING!
The actual Abalone Cook-Off competition (Abalone Cook-Off judging tickets required) is from NOON to 3PM.
ANYONE OUT THERE INTERESTED IN COOKING, CALL NOW! TICKETS ARE CURRENTLY ON HOLD UNTIL THEY RECEIVE MORE COOKS!!
*And remember, The only way you can taste wild abalone is if you dive for it (license/permit required), or know an abalone-diver friend who will legally share, or be a cook-off tasting judge at MAPA's annual Abalone Cook-Off.
We are so lucky to have such an event in town!
Gaby-Front Desk

Bring your garden club, your family, your friends and stroll through the beautiful Nursery grounds which include 9 greenhouses, exquisitely planted border areas and a bioremediation pond--the perfect coastal outing!Digging Dog Nursery is offering free guided tours of the nursery grounds on alternate Saturdays from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m., through mid-October. The dates for the Saturday Strolls are July 3, 10, 17 and 31; August 14 and 28; September 11 and 25; and October 9 and 16.

At Digging Dog Nursery
31101 Middle Ridge Road
Albion, CA 95410
Info: (707) 937-1130
Email: diggingdog@diggingdog.com

Michelle- Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

Mendocino Film Festival

Come join us here on the coast June 4th to the 6th as the Mendocino Film Festival presents a celebration of independent films by the sea.

For more information on this event:

http://www.mendocinofilmfestival.org/

Westport's Famed, Great Rubber Ducky Race
Every May on Mother's Day, May 9th 2010

GENERAL INFOMATION
What to bring:

Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, Sleeved shirt or jacket,

your favorite ducky (or buy one at the race)

Mom

What not to bring:

Your dog (sorry)

Alcohol

For More Information: If you still have questions, call 964-2872 (Westport Store).

Michelle-Beachcomber Staff

thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-7873

The Noyo Chapter hosts its show the first full weekend each May. The 33rd Annual John Druecker Memorial Rhododendron Show & Plant Sale will be held at Dana Gray Elementary School, 1197 Chestnut Street, Fort Bragg, California on May 1 & 2, 2010.

The show then opens to the public until 5:00 on Saturday, and from 10:00 to 3:30 on Sunday.

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

Forget a bouquet of flowers, give your mother an entire garden of them for Mother's Day this year! Bring your mom to the Gardens and she will receive free admission.

HOURS:

We are open daily all year except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the Saturday following Labor Day in September.

(707) 964-4352

Michelle - Beachcomber Staff

beachcombermotel.com

800-400-7873

More than 100 works of art expressing the beauty of our 17 Mendo State Parks. Art Show. Live Auction. Silent Auction. Raffle of 3 works of art. Delicious cuisine by our finest chefs. Excellent Mendo Wines.

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

Second Chance Prom Night!

Who wouldn't want another chance at their PROM NIGHT? Well Eagles Hall, here in Fort Bragg is offering that second chance.

When: May 29th 7pm til midnight

"Remember the night you and your friends hyped up for months? The dress, the date, the night to remember before leaving high school. It sucked didn't it? Well, that's what most of our friends said. That's why we've decided it's time to have a do-over as an adult! And if your prom was awesome, even better reason to have another. Get ready to dress up, get down and get it right the second time around!!"

The night will include dancing, prom photos, crowning of Prom King and Queen (it could be you this time around) , full bar, music from all the decades

The night will NOT include : charperones and anyone under 21

For more information on this event:

http://secondchanceprom.weebly.com/the-event.html

Amanda

Beachcomber Staff

thebeachcombermotel.com

1-800-400-SURF (7873)

Live Music at the Caspar Inn

"Caspar Inn, a place to Meet, Gather and Socialize. Celebrating Life, Love and Music. The last Roadhouse on the North Coast providing live entertainment since 1906" Restaurant, & full bar. Must be 21 with ID.

April 13th - 17th.

Tuesday APRIL 13TH - Open Mic Singers, Poets, Bands, all welcome! On stage with PA & Sound man. Sign up by 8:30. Start at 9pm Doors 5pm.


Wednesday April 14th - Canja Rave Rock/Pop Duo from Brazil FREE 8:30 show. Doors 5pm
Thursday April 15th - Moanin Dove.Indie Rock. Funky drums, tapping bass, searing piano.$5 B4 10pm $7 after

Friday April 16th - Mykal (Michael) Rose reggae legend and the Dubtronic Kru band With Woven Roots, Humboldt counties favorite reggae band and DJ Relic Secure of Secure Dem Sound$30 at the door. Limited pre-sale for $25, online through CasparInn.com, local outlets Music Merchant and Tangents (Fort Bragg) Twist (Mendocino) Showtime 9pm Doors 8pm

Saturday April 17th - Mike Osborn Band Blend of rock, blues, R&B and country. Soulful and danceable!$8 Doors 5pm show 9:30.




For more information:

http://www.casparinn.com/


Amanda
Beachcomber Staff
thebeachcombermotel.com
1-800-400-SURF (7873)

Come on over to the coast and take the kids on the annual Easter Egg Express. Enjoy the scenic ride through the coastal mountains into the Redwood forest.

Make your reservations with us and enjoy our newly renovated rooms.

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-surf(7873)

Whale and Beer Festival Weekend

We could not ask for a better weekend than this to celebrate the Whale and Beer festival. It was absolutely gorgeous and it still is not over yet. We had tons of people down on Pudding Creek beach, out on the bluffs, walking the Ten Mile Coastal Trail, watching the whales, barbecuing on our deck here at The Beachcomber, and just enjoying this spectacular day. It was so nice to see everyone enjoying themselves out there this weekend and it makes it even better having this wonderful weather. What more could we ask for? It is always nice to have this kind of weather during such popular events and it makes it a wonderful experience for all our visitors. And what an exciting morning it was watching all the people running by who joined in on the Whale Run. That was a wonderful sight to see here from The Beachcomber Motel. Thank you to all who chose to stay with us and we hope that everyone enjoyed their weekend here on the coast.

Kristin, Beachcomber Staff

Saturday March 20 starting at 8:30am ~ The 26th Annual Whale Run and Walk starts and finishes in the heart of Fort Bragg on West Laurel St. The race course continues for a short distance on city streets before crossing the Pudding Creek Trestle onto the all-time favorite course—the Ten Mile Haul Road. Whale Run/Walk, 2...6th Annual 10K, 5K Run, 5KCW, 5KFWfor a schedule go to www.soroptimistfortbraggca.org

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

beachcombermotel.com

800-400-surf(7873)

Alice in Wonderland

The Gloriana Musical Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland Jr. Starting April 9th until the 25th. Performances will be held at Eagles Hall Theatre in Fort Bragg: Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30pm & Sundays @ 3pm. Tickets are 17$ General, Youth (12 & younger): 8$.

For tickets and more information: http://www.gloriana.org/ or 707-964-SHOW.

Fishermen's Cioppino Dinner

The North Coast Fishing Association, in conjunction with the California Fisheries Coalition, will be hosting a family-style Cioppino dinner on Saturday, March 13th at Portugese Hall (822 Stewart St.,) in Fort Bragg. Doors open at 5pm, and dinner is served at 6pm, with a raffle, auction and a full no-host bar.

Support your sustainable seafood providers and sample locally caught seafood. For more info call 707-964-3710. Tickets ($35 per person) are available at the Noyo Fishing Center and Redwood Liquors in Fort Bragg.
Cost: $35 per person

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-surf(7873)

Whale Watching by kayaks

Instead of whale watching by boats, liquid fusion kayak offers a different kind of experience. Come explore the pacific ocean along the coast of Fort Bragg, where you will watch for migrating whales and other marine mammals.They will be offering whale watching by kayak daily through March & April from 8:30am to 11:30am. This event will depend on the conditions of the sea. No experience is needed. Child 8 and up. For more information visit the link below:

http://www.liquidfusionkayak.com

Haircuts for Haiti at The Third Court Day Spa

Get a stylish haircut and help the Haiti survivors too!!!! Each haircut is only $20.00 which includes a cut and style and all funds will be donated to "Doctors without Borders." If you would like to show your support show up March 7, 2010 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm at The Little River Inn.

The Subdudes are coming to Fort Bragg

The Subdudes return to Mendocino County as the Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce and The Coast ‑ Mendocino County's FM ‑ present the inaugural concert in the Mendocino Coast Whale Festival Concert Series. Saturday evening, March 6th, 8PM Cotton Auditorium , Fir & Harold, Fort Bragg. Tickets are $20 and $30 ($5 more day of show) and are available at Harvest Market, Out Of This World in Mendocino and at the Chamber Office in Fort Bragg.

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-surf (7873)

The Music & Magic of Robert Goleman

There is only one more weekend to take your kids to see this wonderful performance.

March 5, 6 & 7 at The Eagles Hall Theatre

Friday & Saturday 7:30pm Sunday 2:30pm & 7:30pm

General Admission $20.00 - Youth 12 years and Under, Seniors $18

Visit http://www.gloriana.org/ for tickets and information.

Michelle

Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com

800-400-surf (7873)

Mendocino whale Festival

The 28th annual whale Festival is just around the corner march 6th and 7th . This year the festivities will include wine Tasting on Saturday the 6th from 12pm to 4 pm , Cajon dinner from in Fort Bragg at the senior center for $25 and a concert at Cotton Auditorium at 8 pm which is right next to the senior center featuring the Subdudes tickets can be purchased at www.mendowhale.com . Other activities include :Chowder tasting , Marine and wildlife exhibit at Mendocino art center, and whale watch expeditions from Trek 2 (707)964-4550 or All Aboard Adventures (707)964-1881 . We still have rooms left but are booking up fast so reserve your room today .


Paul
beachcomber staff

It's time for whale watching

Whale Watching season is here, so come on over to The Beachcomber Motel and watch the whales migrating north to their winter homes. We have fabulous ocean view rooms that are just steps away from the beautiful Pacific Ocean. We also have our captains deck, which is perfect for sitting and relaxing while watching the whales stroll on by. Be sure to bring your camera to capture this magnificent experience!

Huge Hail!

Monday night, all Fort Bragg residents received a series of storms and woke up on Tuesday to learn we were out of power. Good thing we had some breaks throughout the day on Tuesday, which allowed crews time to repair damage before the next set of storms were due. The power had been flickering from time to time, but has stayed on...even through our hail we received which was quarter-size and even bigger in many areas! Quiet an amazing sight! I have NOT seen hail that size, in our town of Fort Bragg!
This set of storms have caused closure of MacKerricher state park's Lake Cleone picnic area, due to the water rising. You could see picnic tables sticking up from the water after the lake rose about two feet!
We are seeing many "storm chasers" enjoying the view and the rain all along the bluffs in front of the Beachcomber. From our office, we can see how amazing the spray is, shooting 20-30 (or maybe even more) feet in the air. The waves sure are pounding out there!
Yesterday, I enjoyed the thunderstorm, which happened right as it was getting dark. Such a beauty!
Hopefully mother nature is letting us go back to sunshine soon!
The Beachcomber is a great location to do your storm chasing!
call us, (800) 400-7873 www.thebeachcombermotel.com
Gaby

Crab and Wine days begins this Friday!

Friday, January 22nd is the start of Mendocino Crab and Wine Days 2010! Lots of great events starting this great Festival!
Friday, January 22nd

*Rack and Riddle Tasting Room-11AM-4PM
Throughout the Festival, stop by Rack & Riddle's Tasting room and get your passport stamped while you enjoy some Rack & Riddle Sparkling and still wines. Both weekends of the Festival experience our sparkling and still wines paired with selected crab appetizers. 14100 Mountain House Road, Hopland-707-744-8100

*Cioppino Dinner-A Benefit for Mendocino Coast Clinics!
Three Seatings: 4:30PM, 6PM, & 8PM
Feast on steaming bowls of Cioppino brimming with Dungeness crab and local seafood! This family-style dinner includes salad, fresh-baked bread, dessert & locally-roasted Thanksgiving cofee. Bibs & napkins are plentiful! Mendocino County wines & beer from North Coast Brewing Co. Available! Silent Auction & Raffle Prizes! Support MCC's Mission to provide quality health care to all Coastal residents. $35/adult;
$15/kids under 12. Historic Pentecost Hall-822 Stewart Street, FB. (707) 961-3463

*Art Center of Ukiah Salutes the Crab and Wine Industry - 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
As a tribute to the to the history of crab fishing and wine making in Mendocino County, the artists of inland Mendocino County present works of art, photographs, glass works, mosaics, silk painting demonstration, live music with the Schlep Tones, crab appetizers, and wine pouring by Jaxon Keys Winery & Distillery. 201 S. State St., Ukiah | 707.391.8057.

*St. Anthony's - Knights of Columbus "Crabs Crabs Crabs" – 6:00 p.m. No Host Bar; 7:00 p.m. Dinner. Attend the “Meanest 2-Night” Crab Feed on the Coast - All you can eat Crab, Salad, Bread & Wine! A full evening of entertainment. $40/person. Get your tickets early as this event sells out every year. Crown Hall, Mendocino | 707.937.2406 | kccrabfeed@mcn.org.

Call us to make your reservations and enjoy "Crab and Wine Days!"-Gaby
www.thebeachcobmermotel.com
(707) 964-2402 OR (800)400-7873

Crab & Wine Days

Discover Mendocino County Crab & Wine Days. Visit us in January and check out the Calender of Events from crab themed dinners to family style crab or cioppino feeds. For more information go to our Facebook page and become a fan!
http://www.facebook.com/BeachcomberMotelontheBeach?v=wall

Michelle
Beachcomber Team

thebeachcombermotel.com
1111 N Main St
Fort Bragg Ca 95437
707 964-2402 800 400-Surf(7873)

I just saw a spout!

The great gray whale migration has begun. Females are heading to the winter calving lagoons in the warm waters of Mexico to give birth, while the males and teens tag along. This happens every year between December and April and right now spouts and tails are everywhere along the Coastal Trail right behind The Beachcomber (and up and down the California Coast of coarse..) Some 20,000 gray whales are expected the next few months as they travel 10,000-12,000 miles round trip — the longest known migration of any mammal. There will be plenty of whales to see during the 2010 Fort Bragg Whale Festival, March 20 & 21. Now’s the time to book a room. For more information on the migration, check out Learner.Org and follow the migration.
Remember...We offer Whale Watching Packages! visit our website for details! www.thebeachcombermotel.com
Gaby-Stay with us "On the Beach!"

Fab Crab Package being offered at The Beachcomber!

We are excited to let everyone know about our very special FAB CRAB PACKAGE!
It includes 2 tickets to The Crab Feed at The Fort Bragg Firehouse January 23, 2009,
2 Nights in a Standard King/ 2 Queen Room with a spectacular view of the ocean,
2 Complimentary Continental Breakfasts,2 Tickets to The Botanical Gardens and Champagne & Chocolates! It is a special offer and a great deal. Our local crab feeds are so much fun,not to mention the FRESH, LOCAL DUNGENESS CRAB! mmm-mmm! Can't Wait!
Check out the package on our website www.thebeachcombermotel.com or give us a call to book your trip! (707) 964-2402 (800) 400-SURF (7873)
Gaby~ Stay with us on the beach!