Volume 25 • Number 8 • Issue 632 • Mendocino County’s Own Real Estate Publication • December 2 , 2011 • Published monthly page 13 True Community Residential | Commercial | Land | Businesses Redwood Coast's Thriving Senior Center Lunches,Rides,Counseling,Garden, Solar Panels, Games, Festive Events, Art, Music, a Thrift Store and more... Redwood Coast Seniors provies a full roster of services for our elders in an atmosphere of fun, sociability, service and heart.
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M E N D O C I N O C O A S T & I N L A N D P R O P E R T YM A G A Z I N E
Volume 25 • Number 8 • Issue 632 • Mendocino County’s Own Real Estate Publication • December 2 , 2011 • Published monthly
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Residential | Commercial | Land | Businesses
Redwood Coast's Thriving Senior Center
Lunches, Rides, Counseling, Garden, Solar Panels, Games, Festive Events, Art, Music, a Thrift Store and more... Redwood Coast Seniors provies a full roster of services for our elders in an atmosphere of fun,
sociability, service and heart.
Redwood Coast Seniors has been serving people on the coast for four decades. To use a coastal motif, during that time, the senior center has, like most of us, had a history of smooth sailing as well as turbulent storms. For the past couple of years the center has come out of a hurricane, weathered the near wreck, caught the wind, and is moving along with confidence.
TreaT everyone nicely“The only thing we have to do is treat everyone nicely,” says Charles Bush, Executive Director of
Redwood Coast Seniors. And it’s working. The atmosphere at the center is nurturing, cheerful, bustling, and positive. After some stormy times, they’ve gone through a fairly long period of reconciliation, to restore harmony and trust within the center and within the community. “We strive for excellence and transparency. My door is always open,” Charles says.
He spends the first half hour or more talking about the employees and how hard they work, what tremendous people they are, and who to talk with.
“As staff employees, a great example for excellence is John Herrick, one of our bus drivers. He has a willingness to do anything to make it better for others, his constant enthusiasm and joy inspire everyone around him,” says Charles. “And he’s not the only one! Sal Meza is a gifted chef with a heart of gold, he’s a person who can be counted on.”
Running the center is an uphill battle financially, “It’s tough now, from the day I arrived our annual income was cut $150,000.” That’s a huge hit for any organization but in a non-profit with a budget of $750,000, it’s staggering.
“We had to get smarter quicker,” he says emphatically. “We’ve had a salary freeze, which makes it tough on people, but I haven’t had to lay anyone off. We all work harder and take more on.”
“Everyone understands that when we get more money, they’ll get more money. We do try to pay more than minimum wage, we restored free lunches for employees (and volunteers), increased vacation time to three weeks (even first-year employees) and allow flex time,” Charles states.
“We have to beg and bake-sale more,” he laughs and then continues more seriously, “Fund-raising is crucial—we’re doing more breakfasts, dinners, and asking for monetary support by mail. It’s working, we’ve made up about half of the deficit with fund-raising.”
There’s a very supportive Board of Directors, in fact most board members volunteer at the senior center in one way or another. “Our volunteers work hard for the center; if they were paid, it would cost another $110,000 in wages we don’t have. We couldn’t do it without them,” Charles concludes.
covered parking?It’s impossible not to notice the huge new addition to the senior center parking lot. Wow! Is that
“covered parking”? Pretty fancy, right? According to Director of Facilities and Transportation with the Fort Bragg Unified School District, John
Griffiths III, it’s actually elevated solar panels and only incidentally covered parking. A bond was passed in 2006 to upgrade and modernize all schools within the district. The school benefits but so does the senior center because the building is owned by the district.
aT The hubExcept for the guys working on puzzles in the atrium, Clytie Potter is often the first person anyone
sees; she’s sat at the hub of the senior center, the front desk, for the past twelve years. If she doesn’t have all the answers, she knows who does.
Clytie coordinates the transportation of individuals by the senior center busses. “Our ridership has increased to about a thousand rides a month. People call and we get them right away. We have two wonderful bus drivers, John Herrick and Jack Struthers.” She explains that with a punch ticket people can ride for a dollar.
“I like working at the front desk. I not only see changes in people but I get to work with lots of different people.”
Speaking of changeSWhen one walks down the long hall toward the dining room many faces look down from both sides
of the walls. Who are all these people? They are seniors, past and present, who have had their portraits painted by artist David Jenks. Many lives depicted here, many stories to tell. Want your portrait painted? All it takes is to sign up with Clytie.
geTTing aroundThe senior center has two buses, “think of us as the ‘elder taxi’. We don’t run scheduled routes. Instead,
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COVER (clockwise from upper left): Charles Bush, Executive Director of Redwood Coast Seniors; garden; solar panels; John Herrick, bus driver for the senior center, “just needs to get people where they’re going, hug the ladies and shake hands with the men”; Diane Taylor, the manager of the senior center’s thrift shop, The Attic, has added upbeat and upscale consignment items to the mix (Photo provided); Leaning on the Meals on Wheels containers, cook Alice Garner works every day; poet, teacher and world traveler Laurel Moss volunteers at The Attic.
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folks call in and we go pick them up at home and deliver them to their destinations. Door-to-door and back again for all seniors. Our drivers personally assist with people and their packages—whatever it takes to make our elders comfortable, secure and independent.”
One of those drivers is John Herrick. “I just need to get people where they’re going, hug the ladies, and shake hands with the men.” John knows there’s more to it than that, “With all the people who ride the bus being a good listener is the most important part of the job; respecting who they are, understanding what is going on with them. In a way everyone is a parent or grandparent,” John says.
“It’s truly special, it’s a beautiful place this senior center of ours. My favorites are in the day program. I get to hear about their lives, where they used to live, what they’ve done; it’s the interaction of sharing and listening,” John shares.
“Sometimes I hear their problems. Many worry about being a burden to their families. They like to come to the senior center itself or the day program because then they feel their family members can go do what they have to do.”
“I’ve been here about six years and I love it. Even at sixty-three I don’t have any plans for retirement. I figure I’m good for at least another decade,” John says with satisfaction.
in The dining roomWe’re having turkey and all the trimmings, the place is a madhouse—wild, raucous; all the seats in
the hall are filled with people waiting for lunch; in the dining room people are yelling amiably. “I’ve come up from Mendocino for Susan Larkin’s strength training class for four years; it’s three times
a week but I come up twice and then I stay for lunch,” Henrietta Steiniger says. “I’m doing reasonably well at (age) eighty-three; there are a couple of people in their nineties in the class, and younger, too. Susan exudes joy! We have a great time.”
“The senior center is an important institution and needs all the support anyone can give. It’s vital; it’s the center of many people’s lives. It’s a lovely atmosphere; the social hour for many. There’s a joie de vivre!” Henrietta smiles.
Alice Garner tells me she worked at the “Mill,” which was the largest employer on the coast for nearly one hundred years. The senior center is “the best job I’ve had in my entire life, and I’ve been working all my life.” I couldn’t agree more, for I, too, worked at the Mill and at RCS—no comparison.
Alice started out volunteering for a year and was hired seven years ago, working in the kitchen. “I get along great with Sal (Meza, the chef). It’s the best program in Fort Bragg. People can’t get a better meal. Now we have a salad bar and we make sure there’s protein included.” An average of one hundred to
Story and Photos by K. Andarin Arvola
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Redwood Coast’s Thriving Senior Center
Lunch is always busy at the Redwood Coast Senior Center; one hundred to two hundred lunches a day! Volunteer Linda Dillion serves milk to a “customer”.
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DREAM HOME — This dream home sits on 3.6 fully fenced level acres with ocean view overlook-ing the Jug Handle State Park from a beautiful, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, custom home. Spacious and inviting, this home provides all the amenities one would want. Open kitchen plan with stainless steel appliances and gas cooktop make this a recipe for success. New laminate flooring add to this home’s beauty. Enjoy a swim in the lap pool situated in its own glass building off of the main house. Ride horses in the arena or pasture area. Fully set up with a barn with six stalls, tack room, hot and cold water and laundry; an equestrian’s delight. There is even a detached guest quarters for those friends who will want to come to visit. (22993) $890,000
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CASPAR CONTEMPORARY — Enjoy white water ocean views from this lovely two-story home in quiet Caspar South. This Paul Douglas design boasts an inviting floor plan—three bedrooms, two baths, two walk-in closets, 600± sq. ft. of eas-ily accessible attic space, walk-in pantry/laundry room, mud-room, two offices (hobby rooms), spa, lovely garden, two-car garage, central vacuum and more. Enjoy sights and sounds of the ocean from the privacy of the enclosed deck, outdoor spa or enjoy a short walk to open space and the ocean. (22329) $799,999
HISTORIC LITTLE RIVER RANCH - Stately 1800’s farm-house at the gateway to historic Mendocino village on 10 beautiful acres. Tastefully adorned guest cottage in the loft above the workshop and large handcrafted barn all overlook-ing 300 acres of state land to the ocean beyond. Continue the restoration of this special property while enjoying the abun-dant access to nearby headlands, ocean, and beach trails. (22127) $2,400,000
HEAVENLY HILL — five miles from the foggy coast, travel up the winding paved driveway to experience this private ridgetop home which overlooks sunny south-facing mead-ows. Large parcel has fenced garden areas, greenhouse, and features a large redwood barn which was formerly a famous artist’s studio with plumbing and heat. Light-filled attached solarium is located right off the kitchen. Lots of potential, and space for home-based business. A sweet spot!! Includes a 5,000 gallon holding tank for water and additional small redwood building which was a pottery studio. (22962) $549,000
SUNSET COVE — Contemporary oceanfront estate. Expansive views greet you as you enter this contemporary masterpiece. The pure lines, mas-sive Italian limestone hearth, traversing beams, and soaring ceiling heights all contribute to the residence’s expansive feeling of openness; while floor-to-ceiling windows act as a visual threshold between living space and Pacific views. Rebuilt from the foundation up in 2000 with meticulous attention to construction and craftsmanship, this privately positioned and sheltered 6,800± sq. ft. residence encompasses four bedrooms, four baths
and two powder rooms, award-winning chef ’s kitchen, art gallery, media room, his/her offices, and wine cellar in the main house; and an additional mid-level guest wing featuring two bedrooms, one bath, a living room, and kitchen. Home will be sold with furnishings of antiques and noteworthy pieces individually selected by world-renowned interior designer. (23051) $4,900,000
JARVIS NICHOLS BUILDING — The Queen of Main Street, Mendocino. Great location, tenants (10) with an average occupancy of twenty years. The building pro-vides a great return on investment and reflects pride of owner-ship Exchange into the building and retain one of the luxurious second floor apartments as your “pied a terre”. The building was renovated in 2000 putting in a concrete foundation and major seis-mic work. In 2008 a fire gutted the second floor which resulted in beautiful luxury apartments. Each has a fireplace, private laundry and great ocean views. All wiring, plumbing, and communication utilities are new. The west and south facades are dedicated for preservation. Excellent financial re-cords available. Businesses are not for sale. (21582) $4,500,000
BG RANCH AND MENDOCINO CAMPGROUND — Land of many potentials; 34 acres zoned for an inn, sixty-space camp-ground, resort or five acre parcels. The historic ranch house is a treasure. Campground is developed. Owner financing available. (22544) $1,950,000
“SALLIE MAC” BUILDING AND BUSINESS — Rare opportunity to purchase a successful busi-ness and real estate. Sallie Mac Gifts and Home Accessories from the European country side. Well-established for over ten years, the business is loved by locals and visitors alike. The building and business reflect pride of ownership and success. Three other tenants provide additional rental income or, live in the spacious upstairs apartment. Be your own boss and land-lord. (22961) Visit www.salliemac.com. $98,000 for business only; $1,200,000 for the building.
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PARK-LIKE SETTING This 2 acre parcel provides the perfect setting for a quiet getaway. Tall redwoods, meadow, even a horseshoe pit for those evening games; cabin could use some TLC. Open kitchen with tongue and groove siding; bedroom is lit up with natural light from the skylight above. Bring your dreams. Motivated seller. (22872) $190,000
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CHARMING COTTAGE — Great starter home close to schools. Natural light from south-facing windows give the living room and kitchen an inviting feeling. Sidewalks around home lead to a single-car detached garage with alley access. Two rooms in garage would make great storage or hobby space. Nice backyard space. New carpet in master bedroom. Newer water heater and Monitor heater. Perimeter foundation. (23025) $190,000
CLEAN AND COZY IN PARK Very clean and fully furnished mobile home in Ocean Lake Park with ocean view from front porch. Also has a nice ramp. Walk to beach via under the highway. (21700) $105,000
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LITTLE RIVER SUNBELT HOME AND RENTAL! Large and spacious, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, manufac-tured home with a 2 bedroom, 1 bath rental totally private from each other and on separate meters. A
great sunbelt neighbor-hood with plenty of room for gardens, horses, and recreation! Very usable gently sloped land with fire pit, horse corral, nice lawn area, and a great well. The rental is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 800+ sq. ft., manu-factured home built in 1998; the main house
was built in 2001; both units are on perimeter foundations. There also is material for a 24 ft. X 35 ft. metal building that has not been erected that can be included. A rare opportunity in this area: lease option available. (22883)
Price Reduced! Now $365,000
COUNTRY CRAFTSMAN CLOSE TO TOWN This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is situated just minutes from town in a desirable and sunny location. The fl oor plan is ideal with a bedroom, a bath, and the
family room on the fi rst fl oor. The bright kitchen opens onto a wrap-around deck surrounded by planters for your fl owers. The upstairs has a second bath and two bedrooms separated by a large common room which is perfect for casual activities and hobbies. Outside, a fenced “Berry Nice” garden is home to red raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries; a small passive greenhouse is located between the driveway
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building fronts Main Street with sepa-rate commercial spaces on the fi rst and second stories. Currently and in the past this historic space has been home to many memorable Mendocino village businesses. The ocean views from this building are absolutely stunning and the state park land across the street makes those views unobstructable. There are additional build-
ings on the lot including a store front on Albion Street. The multiple, well-established tenants and available space make this an excellent commercial income property, plus provides potential for new ventures in the village. With a listing price half a million dollars lower than when previously listed over a year ago, that knock you hear is opportunity on your doorstep. (22573)
Price Reduced! Now $850,000
3.4 ACRES OF REDWOODS, REDWOODS, REDWOODS This 3.4± acre homesite just eight-tenths of a mile inland from Highway 1 has a well, a septic permit and a Coastal Development Permit. Walk to the village from your new home on this gor-geous property full of nice redwoods. The property adjoins the Russell Redwoods Reserve owned by California State Parks. (23118)
Off ered at $189,000
BEACHSIDE LIVING AT ITS BEST Ready to build with a current Coastal Development Permit for a 2,400 sq.ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, plus three-car garage! A great opportunity to own your own 2 acre parcel just 150 feet away from the Pacifi c Ocean with unobstructable crashing water views. The only thing between you and the ocean is MacKerricher State Park with one of many beaches steps from your door. Surrounded by wildlife; birds, jackrabbits, and deer are all abundant and you can also watch the whales playing in the ocean. Located in a neighborhood of larger parcels with a locked gate entrance you will fi nd a serene building site for your new home. (22406)
Price Reduced! Now $595,000
COMPTCHE HOMESTEAD ON 6± ACRES Ready for sustainable living or simply to serve as a getaway. 1,560± sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home sol-idly built with redwood in the early 1950s. Large fenced organic gar-den and established orchard, plus lots of fl owers. Picturesque pond with bridge and seasonal creek. 1± acre meadow off ers many possibili-ties. Large garage. Well-maintained home with new roof features partial oak fl oors, redwood woodwork, brick backed fi replace insert with slate
hearth, Wedgewood kitchen stove, and large closets. Covered back patio with yard set up for gatherings. Home is private from road, with great views across adjoining large valley and hills beyond. Redwood forest on part of property. (22911)
Off ered at $499,000
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OCEAN PANORAMA – This 320± acres off ers a li� le of everything including panoramic views of the Pacifi c coastline, redwood timber, meadows, southern and western exposure, lots of fl at to gently sloped land, access via two separate roads, and total privacy. The zoning should allow subdivision into two parcels. (21226)
Off ered at $2,375,000
GREAT GETAWAY PARCEL WITH SEASONAL CREEK – 10.37± acres with seasonal creek and sunny, private camping area/potential homesite. Inspiring grandfather redwood circle. Lots of open, sunny, level and very gentle land, plus trails up forested ridgeland comprising back of parcel. Private areas, but close to community clubhouse, showers, and pool. Active septic permit. Power and phone available. Private paved road access. Short drive to river and ocean. This property is one of three active listings in the Rancho Navarro Subdivision with inland sun, community pool, clubhouse and pond. Call for further information on all properties currently available. (21929)
Price Reduced! Now $265,000
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FIRsT TImE oN ThE mARkET! Private and tranquil setting for this well-maintained custom one-owner home. Convenient location on desirable Andiron Road in Little River. Five redwood-studded acres with a nice blue water ocean view. Includes a charming, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, detached guest unit. Unique 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 atten-tion. (22617) $595,000
ThREE BEDRoom, TWo BATh homE with large living room and additional recreation room. Lots of work has been done to this home to make it easy to plant or decorate to your taste. Outbuildings are well laid out. (23031) $244,800
TWo oLDER homEs that are in need of repair on a fantastic blufftop location overlooking ocean and Pine Beach Cove. 3.27 acres with many outbuildings. An old stagecoach road leads down to the water from the property. (23087) $800,000
A FoRT BRAgg cLAssIc. Two bedroom home located on the rear of the lot on the alley In front is a huge 24 ft. x72 ft. building that has been and is now used as a cabinet shop. Use may or may not be able to continue, but it would be a large garage and potential unit. Needs some work, but ready to move in the house. Shop is rented. (22575) $169,000
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ALLURINg 11± acres offers panoramic views of the rugged Pacific Ocean coastline and white water drama as the waves pound the sea stacks. Adorned by groves of eucalyptus, pine, and fir, this gentle to level terrain extends from Highway 1 to the blufftop, with approximately 1,400 feet of blufftop ownership running north and south. Access from Highway 1 with several options for the perfect homesite. A portion of the California Coastal Trail runs on an easement adjacent to and parallel with Highway 1 along the eastern edge of the property. (23091) $1,100,000
LARgE, BEAUTIFUL, ThREE BEDRoom, TWo BATh, city home. Interior features include a solarium and whole house fan for economical heating. There is also a mud room and a sauna. Upstairs is a large hobby or multi-purpose room, a walk-in closet in the master bedroom, and addi-tional storage space. One room upstairs has an armoire and is being used as a fourth bedroom. (22930) $475,000
oNE BEDRoom, 1 bath, alley house with an office. Potential to convert office to a second bedroom. Central location just steps from the library and Bainbridge Park. One-car garage. Affordable city living on the Mendocino coast. Sold “as is.” (23107) $140,000
mAgNIFIcENT 110 AcREs oF REDWooD FoREsT, meadows, pond and even a 50 ft. waterfall you can hear from the house. Property has Noyo River frontage. House has three bedrooms, two baths, and is 1,600 sq. ft. with great wood trim throughout. Second house on property is a Craftsman, with 1,100 sq. ft., three bedrooms, and one bath. Property has been utilized as a wholesale nursery for years. Business is not included in salethe old mill site. (22792) $1,600,000
EnJoy tHE ComfoRt on a quiet dead-end street that is close to Fort Bragg schools and within walking distance of an aquatic center. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home is ready to move into and has a very comfortable feeling. Woodstove in living room for cozy winter nights along with an oil-forced air system. Private fenced backyard with covered porch. two-car attached garage. (23095) $240,000
ThE LocATIoN Is oN ThE WEsT sIDE close to the com-pleted trestle bridge with walking or biking to MacKerricker State Park and beyond, downtown, GlassBeach, 37 acres of open space, and the soon-to-be-completed trail around the old mill site. This a charming, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with remodeling in the interior; still has the charm of yesterday. There is a studio unit on the back of property with alley access. (22290) $290,000
goRgEoUs 3.76 AcREs oF opEN mEADoWs, fruit trees, and redwoods. Historic three-bedroom home is over one hundred years old and built of old growth redwood. Charming country kitchen. Perimeter foundation except for bathroom addition which is slab. (22989) $319,000
FANTAsTIc ocEAN vIEW, overlooking BigRiverBeach, the headlands and the village. House includes gracious living room, formal dining room, updated kitchen, atrium, office, sun room, bidet, and more. Located in Historic District B. A most unique house. (21558) $995,000
youR oWn tWo-aCRE botaniCal gaRdEn complete with pond. World renowned rhododendron propagator lived here and created this special place. Mature large leafed and rare rhodies, extensive and rare conifer collection including deciduous redwoods and other one-of-a-kind plants. Great location. House needs to be remodeled but is solid and has a basement. (22591) $350,000
goRgEoUs ocEAN vIEW up and down the coast. Step out on the large deck and bask in the beautiful coastal landscape with the Pacific as the backdrop! Contemporary home with three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,600 sq. ft. Two-car attached garage. Built in 1997. Easy walk into town, to Glass Beach, or Pudding Creek from your front door. (22908) $439,000
bRing youR tool bElt. Great opportunity for a crafts-man to fix up, live, work, and market goods. South Fort Bragg commercial corridor with Highway 1 frontage. Property includes a house, rental, gallery, shop, and lots of storage. Paved parking for your customers. ‘’As Is’’ pricing. (22988) $225,000
niCEly maintainEd 2 bedroom home plus den with ocean views. Wrap-around decking on two sides. Tranquil, private enclosed garden area. Sunny living room and dining area with vaulted ceilings and clearstory windows. Upstairs master bedroom suite has balcony with good ocean views to the north. Large master suite features custom-built cabine-try, skylights, and office/sitting area. Custom pine paneling throughout much of the house provides a warm cozy feeling while still maintaining a bright ambiance. (23115) $450,000
VERy pREtty land with redwoods, firs, and fern-lined creek. Ideally suited for growing quality trees, merchant-able timber covers most of the acreage. Whether you want to build a home and enjoy the redwoods, manage a small sustainable timber plan or both, this land has exciting potential. The parcel is easily accessible and the gentle ter-rain is usable. There is a drilled well. PG&E power lines and a dirt road run through. Roughly 17 acres fall in the coastal zone and three acres are inland zoned. (22656) $449,000
LandBEAUTIFUL BLUE WATER ocean views for this half acre corner lot with hill views to the east. Comes with private access to the second longest beach in California, and com-munity pond. (22866) $139,000
mAgNIFIcENT pANoRAmIc WhITE WATER vIEWs from Point Arena lighthouse to the village of Elk. Beautiful contemporary three-bedroom home with an oversized two-car attached garage. There are also two vacant lots available that are contiguous with this parcel. Priced to sell! (22984) $558,000
Enjoy thE comfortablE living The Woods offers in your own home. Indoor swimming pool, free video and book library, card games, or play billiards in the Club House with the friendship and community of those living at The Woods. This is easy living! (22887) $129,000
light and bright, new carpet, newer paint, lots of warm sunlight streaming in from the west. This is a great home for a secondget-away or permanent residence. Attached two-car garage. Laundry room. Hills Ranch has an exterior maintenance pro-gram included inthe HOA dues. Dues are only $220 per month. Gorgeous grounds with mead-ows, forests. (23074) $349,900
onE of thE sunniEst locations in Hills Ranch, conveniently located to the village of Mendocino. Easy walking distance. Distant ocean view. Large back deck. Two-story with an ample downstairs bed-room and full bath, newer carpet and kitchen appliances, neutral color carpet and walls. Sliding door from downstairs bedroom. Huge upstairs master suite with sitting room loft. (22395) $374,000
build your nEw homE on one of the best lots in coveted Surfwood Estates IV in Mendocino. Old red-wood barn from the early 1900s still exists on the lot. Lumber from this original fantastic barn may be of substantial value. Improvements on the lot have already been done to include drainage, electrical, un-derground conduit, drilled well, and rough drive. (22685) $299,000
sErEnE and PEacEful home at The Woods, surrounded by large redwoods and adjacent to Van Damme State Park. Feel the magic of nature; enjoy the quiet of senior living commu-nity. Fireplace, large floor plan, three bedrooms, two baths, skylights, on-demand generator, and central heat. Clubhouse, pool, and lots of places for long walks. (22681) $175,000
a full-sErvicE Printing businEss with strong local following is waiting for an offer! Owners are ready to retire. Great location and loyal staff. makE an offEr!
bucolic surroundings with cattle grazing on rolling hills to the east, spacious home and two oceanfront cottages providing the best of both worlds. Strong r e n t a l i n c o m e from all three units. Turn-key and ready to go! Located in Albion, just a ten-minute drive south from Mendocino. Easy access to the
RV parks and docks, kayak rentals, diving and outstanding restaurant. (22885) $1,475,000
in thE swEEt sPot of thE viEw to thE south, enjoy this 3 bedroom, 2 bath house, now completely remodeled roof to floor with new doors, windows, kitchen, heating system, new wall texture and paint, and fifty-year roof. Large downstairs master bedroom with huge walk-in closet. Custom lighting throughout. Flooring allowance included. Custom colors/finishes available for the buyer to choose! (23041) $847,000
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thrEE-Plus acrEs nicEly landscaPEd and an immaculate, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with an open floor plan. Detached over-sized two-car garage, plus a two-room home office or retreat. Deer-fenced backyard with raised garden boxes. Clean and easy to maintain two-stall horse barn with hay storage and tack room. Private but close to town.(22152) $479,000
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long ago inhabitEd by family and loggErs, this beautiful 8.2 acre lot is waiting for a new resi-dent! Gorgeous trees, sunny meadow and lots of old interesting outbuild-ings; needs some tender loving care and it will be something to behold! Surrounded by the pristine Jackson State Forest on all sides, with ready access to trails for horseback riding, hiking, and endless outdoor enjoy-ment! (21138) $450,000
EscaPE to your own PrivatE forEst just minutes from the beach and village of Mendocino. Twenty wooded acres with lots of level areas and your own creekside retreat! Two unique, custom-built homes. Beautiful andscaping, paths through the woods, flower gardens, gentle breezes to enjoy. Lovingly tended for the past ten years and now it’s time for a new owner! (22385) $759,000
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sunny, ocEan viEw, 4 bedroom house on the fabulous Albion headlands. Just m i n u t e s f r o m the golf course, beach, and village of Mendocino. Th is turn-key house includes the furniture, five TV sets (two flat screen), kitchen
items, hot tub, four comfy newer beds, all linens and cleaning items. Composite decks, blinds, and all on almost a full acre of property. Sip a glass of wine as you enjoy the sunset and view. Built-in barbecue on top deck. RV hookup. Can be a single-family residence, or a vacation rental, this is elegance refined and move-in ready. Owner will consider all offers! (22218) $809,000
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Located immediately next to the commercial building and business known as Mendo Litho. Lot may be used as additional parking and access for Mendo Litho. This lot may be required to be sold in a pack-age with adjacent building and business located at 100 North Franklin Street, Fort Bragg, California. Call listing office for more information.
PricEd at just abovE $100 a square foot, this commercial building in downtown Fort Bragg, California is the perfect location for a live-work situation that offers convenience and practicality. Two large downstairs storefront retail shops, two upstairs apartments; one with a tenant and one ready to rent. Owner’s quarters that are comfortable and welcoming. Complete with a semi-private patio! (22552) $849,000
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ocEanfront contEmPorary homE on the bluffs just south of the Navarro River, this is currently Oceanside Retirement Living which houses six full-time residents, and has quarters for care provider. Gorgeous views from living and bedrooms. Granite countertops, tile flooring, elegant touches through-out. Furniture included. Your relatives will enjoy living their golden years in this well-appointed home. (23016) $1,260,000
nEw homE on just about an acrE of softly roll-ing land, two-story and picture perfect! Small artist’s studio or gardener’s room adjacent to the back door. Lots of glass doors and large windows, skylights and custom finishes. This is a home that is ready to move into and has a lot that could easily be developed for sustainable living. (23094) $349,900
own your own bEach and stream flowing to the magnificent Pacific Ocean! First time on the market and a very special opportunity. Four plus acres on two separate parcels. Lush grass and foliage, wide walkway to the beach, year-round stream. Bordered on two sides by the beautiful Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Custom-built ranch-style single-story home. Level property has abundant potential. (23083) $2,400,000
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custom-built and situatEd at thE toP of hills ranch subdivi-sion, a short walk to the village of Mendocino and Big River Beach. Every amenity imaginable! Glowing wood finishes grace the exterior. First floor master bedroom with opulent bath and large walk-in closet. Unique upper floor design with two spacious bedrooms, exercise room, ample storage with library. (22945) $759,000
drEamy location Incredible property in Fort Bragg, California. Wonderful custom-built home. Tremendous amount of outdoor living space with over 1,400 sq. ft. of decking. Enjoy the peace and quiet of living above the Noyo River. Very unique property with end-of-road privacy. Three bedroom, 2.5 bath, split-level home with many extras. There is a fourth room that has a sink that could be a bedroom, or an office with its own exterior entrance. There’s more…a fourth bathroom separate from living area, and close to another room separate from living area. Many possibilities. Detached guest room? Office? Fun room for cards and games? Let your imagination run wild. There is also a two-car garage with a workshop area. Great home for the extended family, or even a small family that likes privacy and space. Call for an appointment to see. (23020) $499,000
locatEd in thE covEtEd arEa of thE “sEvEn-sistErs”, easy walk to Russian Gulch State Park and five-minute drive to Caspar
Beach, this home offers an expansive single-story floor plan with easy-living style. The upper story has a bath, two bedrooms or a bedroom and living area, and a generous deck surrounded by mature cypress trees and a view of the ocean. Ground floor private master suite. (23037) $849,000
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YES THIS IS LAKE front at its best, located in a senior mobile home park across the street from Pudding Creek Beach. You can enjoy the lake and all of its feathered inhabitants such as the swans and ducks either from thedeck or through the large front room/dining room windows, making this 2 bedroom, 2 bath, double-wide home a must-see. And for those unexpected events that may occur, an emergency power generator is on hand just in case. MLS 22690 Listed for $119,500
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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
QUAINT RUSTIC COTTAGE amid a garden setting of long-time award-winning fl owers to be enjoyed from the private patio and many walkways. The three-bay detached garage with shop is a must-see for the hobbyist or collector. Located within walking distance of beaches and park. MLS 21427 Reduced to $439,000
THE GLASS BEACH INN has been an outstanding Inn for many years,visibly located on Main Street, it consists of ten uniquely decorated, cozy and comfortable rooms (each with private bath), two sitting rooms, a large kitchen with sunlit dinning room, and detached cottage in back. Plus the large 2 bedroom, 1 bath owner’s quar-ters on the second fl oor has its own kitchen and covered deck. MLS 22881 LISTED FOR $899,000
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BeautiFul, level, fenced ocean view parcel surrounded by large parcels and bordering Belinda Point Access Trail. Old barn on property. (22959) $199,000
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ConteMPorary, tHree BeDrooM, 2 bath home with walk-around deck and peek of blue water views. Close to the village of Mendocino and within walk-ing distance to Russian Gulch State Park. (22904) $299,000
Har D-to-Fi n D Fou r-B eDrooM hOMe This 4 bedroom, 2 bath, manu-factured home with two-car garage also has a 2 bedroom, 1 bath, guest unit with gas wall heat, private access, and parking. (22987) $249,000
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“Sea DreaM” is currently the only house on the market that offers unobstructed white water ocean views and is steps to the “Haul Road”. Picture windows show it all. Twenty+ year vacation rental his-tory with client list. (22678) $749,000
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ContentMent iS at HanD! Over-looking the mouth of the Navarro River and the blue Pacific, this stunning home and guest studio await their next owner. Spectacular kitchen/dining area, sump-tuous master suite, vaulted ceilings, large studio, and workshop with heated floors. One look and you’re hooked! (22957) $897,526
Free triP to HaWaii plus other buyer incentives! Three bedroom, 2.5 bath home. Distant ocean views from this top-of-the-hill location. (22996) $364,900
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neWly reMoDeleD eDgeMont hOMe with vaulted ceilings and supe-rior floor plan. New hardy siding, new pile carpeting, new paint throughout, water blasted decking plus a number of upgrades. Quiet section of park with little drive-by traffic. Walk to Pudding Creek Beach. (22964) $76,000
WonDerFul long-range VieW of oak hillsides and redwood forest greet you from this open floor plan home in this quiet neighborhood in Brooktrails. (23102) $84,900
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tHree BeDrooM, 1.5 bath home. Probably one of the best prices to come along in some time. (23029) $123,462
40 aCreS oF unSPoileD ParaDiSe Across from Jug Handle State Natural Reserve are two assessor’s parcels. Two dwellings and an art studio, two bars, 20+ GPM well, pond, year-round creek, market garden, and the southernmost stand of Sitka spruce. (22831) $930,000
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tHree BeDrooM, 2 bath, inviting con-temporary home on parcel surrounded by huge redwoods. (23033) $209,900
Four BeDrooM, 3 bath home. This is quality. Large entertainment room, granite countertops, and SS appliances. (23045) $569,000
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anD DoWn to tHe BeaCH Located in the quaint village of Elk, overlooking Greenwood Beach, the unobstructable white water views make this an irreplace-able parcel! (23055) $359,000
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anD BeaCH VieWS Walk down the trail to the beach or enjoy awesome sunsets from the great room or deck. House fea-tures upper floor living space and lower area with four-garage bays plus den and bonus room. (23053) $595,000
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superb curb appeal on this freshly painted Colonial home in one of Fort Bragg’s best neighborhoods. Superb floor plan in a sunny location surrounded by lush forest.(23109) $347,667
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unlike any Other hills ranch DWelling, ‘Canyon Creek’ is an im-pressive custom-built stand-alone home with vaulted ceilings, clear-grain fir trim, and an open floor plan. (23104) $448,500
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tHiS CoMPaCt yet FloWing HoMe is close to town. It features an open floor plan, vaulted open-beam ceilings. Fully fenced yard with art studio. (22995) $299,000
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$48,000 2bd/1ba Manufactured home in adult park MLS#23100
$79,500 1bd/1ba Your own cabin in Caspar park MLS#23062
$110,000 2bd/1ba Fort Bragg condo MLS#23044
$145,000 2bd/1ba Condo, Fort Bragg MLS#22226
$169,000 1bd/1ba Unfinished house in Caspar MLS#23003
$197,500 3bd/2ba Home in Fort Bragg MLS#23004
$220,000 2bd/1ba On 0.5 acre, Fort Bragg MLS#22642
$269,000 Gallery/residence, great location in Caspar MLS#22952
$285,000 4bd/3ba Finish home to your specificaions MLS#23079
$305,000 1bd/1ba cabin 5 ac borders Jackson St Forest MLS#22739
$349,000 1bd/1ba Home and studio, Mendocino MLS#23071
$598,500 8 acres with views, Navarro Ridge, Albion MLS#22050
$730,000 2.55 acres, ocean view, near Haul Road Ft. Bragg MLS#22626
$730,000 2.25 acres, ocean view, near Haul Road Ft. Bragg MLS#22991
$769,000 64 acres, ocean view, near 10 Mile, Fort Bragg MLS#22308
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YOUR OWN TOM SAWYER ADVENTURE Beautiful and remote 20 acres has a pond to swim in and a creek to enjoy. Among the redwoods, oaks, and pine trees lies a small, rustic cabin with a bathroom and nice valley views. In addition, 5–7 level acres would make a nice homestead and garden. A holding tank collects water from a neighbor’s spring. (22896) $220,000
SPLENDOR OF TODD’S POINT is yours in this 2 bed-room, 2 bath home located on the bluffs above the Pacific. With south- and west-facing decks, the “blue” views are spectacular. A spacious, grand bedroom with over-sized walk-in closet, dressing area, and bath are big bonuses. A westerly-facing living room has vaulted beam ceilings and the kitchen is open and sunny. (23028) $429,000
CLIMB EVERY MOUNTAIN, FORGE EVERY STREAM 160 beautiful valley and mountaintop acres outside of Westport. Several springs, great views, nice creek, and lots of pos-sibilities. Bring your imagination and create your own piece of Heaven. Power nearby. Property lies inland approximately eight miles from Westport and belongs to the Laytonville school district. (21961) $339,000
TWO HOMES WITH BREATHTAKING VIEW! This 1 bed-room, 1 bath, cozy, warm Pacific Frontier home takes advantage of the white water views of the bay. 3.38 acres rest up on a hill overlooking the village and the historic church spire. Set apart from the main house is another 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with glorious view of its own. Meadows and trees round out this private end-of-the-road property. It is only a five-minute walk to Mendocino from this paradise. (22574) $575,000
COTTAGE IN THE WOODS Located four miles inland from Mendocino, this sweet old-fashioned cottage (2 bedroom, 1 bath) sits in a sunny meadow surrounded by 3 acres of large redwood, pine, and fir trees. An added workshop space will feed your hobbies, woodworking or art. The house sits at the back of the property and off the road to afford lots of privacy. Come live worlds removed from the daily hustle and bustle. (22880) $359,000
CONTEMPORARY REDWOOD HAVEN offers plenty of spacious room for a family to gather around the fireplace or relax on the wrap-around redwood decks. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath, redwood home enjoys soaring cathedral ceilings with tasteful placement of view windows, a warm kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, and tiled bathrooms. Includes a large, detached office space and a guesthouse. (22805) $391,500
PICTURESQUE CRAFTSMAN IN CENTER OF MENDOCINO is close to shopping, restaurants, the headlands, and Mendocino village. It has built-in cabinets, a kitchen with gas range, a formal dining room, front yard with porch, backyard, detached two-car garage, and additional workshop building. A large covered porch and white picket fence remind one of a simpler time with this historic home. (21916) $695,000
COMMERCIAL SPACE IN THE HEART OF FORT BRAGG Older storefront has two commercial spaces. The larger space is ap-proximately 1,134 sq. ft. while the smaller is about 850 sq.ft. The smaller space has a restroom and has been cosmetically cleaned up plus there is parking in rear. With some renovation, this could be a show-stopper on Franklin Street. Property to be sold ‘’AS IS’’. (22980) $200,000
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THIS OCEAN VIEW HOME is almost oceanfront except for the road that separates it from MacKerricher State Park and the beach. Miles of beach. Bike or walk to town. Three bedroom, 2 bath home with single-car garage in basement area with a workshop or storage. Outbuildings and a greenhouse. Decks surround three-quarters of the home. Great courtyard with covered patio to the backyard. Landscaping is marvel-ous. Many upgrades in the home. Water system with holding tank and ozinator. Recessed lighting in kitchen. There is a fenced area on sides and backyard. (22927) $1,200,000
GREAT THREE BEDROOM, THREE BATH WITH DEN, library or study, kitchen nook and formaldining room. The kitchen has a back door to the deck, eating area and bar. The living room has two sliding doors to the backyard, deck and a large brick wood burning fi replace. The formal dining room has a built in china cabinet with lighting. Beautiful entry into home. Spacious Home. There is a separate laundry room, pantry and lots of storage space. Close to schools Back deck runs the length of the back of the house with bench seating. Landscaped yard. Gas forced air heat installed 2010. New exterior paint. Some new dual pane windows and sliding doors. Looking for room this home has it. 568 Sq.Ft. 2 Car Garage. #22997 $492,000
LAMINATE FLOORS IN KITCHEN, dining, back porch, and upstairs bath. Beautiful home, stone fi replace, and manicured landscaping. If you are looking for a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with the vaulted ceil-ing in the living room, and southern exposure with upper and lower windows, you are home. Cedar ceilings in the living room, dining room, and kitchen. Recessed lighting in the kitchen and dining room. Master bedroom located on main fl oor with walk-in closets and large master bath with separate shower and tub. Nice entry with tile fl oor. Nice decks off of kitchen and dining area. #22286 $649,900
THIS THREE BEDROOM, TWO BATH, MANUFACTURED HOME with two-car detached garage is located on top of the hill with your own nature preserve surrounding you on the almost three-acre parcel. It is located in the sunbelt. It does have a 433-A certifi cate. There is full RV hookup. This home has the privacy you are looking for. This is a great location for your home or your vacation getaway. #22970 $275,000
COMMERCIAL CORNERBUILT IN THE 1890s, The Country Inn is keeping with its tradition of the era. Eight guest rooms each with an individual 1890s Victorian country theme. Two rooms have fi replaces. All furniture and decor of guest rooms are included in the sale mak-ing this a turn-key operating B&B. There is also a 2 bedroom, 2 bath innkeeper’s unit. Laundry room with hook-ups for two washers and two dryers. Paved off-street parking lot with nine spaces. #22963 $739,000
LOTS OF POSSIBILITIES for this classic Fort Bragg property. Currently being utilized as a wood-working/cabinet-making facility. All modernized electric (including three-phase), plumbing lighting, and heating systems. All wood fl oors, great natural lighting. Zoned multi-residential for a possible live/work situation. Very modern 800 sq. ft. studio apart-ment with attached 1,000 sq. ft. garage. All tools available in sale to continue as a working cabinet shop. List of tools included with sale on fi le. www.
woodshopforsale.com. Possibly assumable fi nancing. #23064 $499,000
PRIME DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL property in the Central Business District of Fort Bragg. 2,345 sq. ft. of developed commercial store frontage with parking lot. Three-story rental unit with two 2 bedroom, 1 bath residential units. 1,200 sq. ft. of workshop, garage, and storage. Excellent tenants in place. #21613 $599,000
READY FOR YOUR INDUSTRIAL USE. 100 ft. x 140 ft. fenced lot with alley access was leased by CalTrans for years. May need court confi rmation Zoned Heavy Industrial at this time. #22033 $299,000
WESTPORT COASTAL MOUNTAIN RETREAT! Custom-built home located on 20 acres with ocean and valley views. This property offers end-of-the-road privacy, scenic views, southern exposure, and a well-built, 3 bedroom, 2 bath house. Large garage, workshop, greenhouse, covered porches, pool, mature landscaping, backup generator, and a basketball hoop! MLS#22998 $449,000
FARMHOUSE ON SUNNY SHERWOOD ROAD! Multi-unit property, includes a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home and a recently completed large detached three-car garage; with modern 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Apple or-chard, redwoods, paved driveway, and a central location. MLS#22818 $399,000
PEACHLAND RANCH– 195 acres north of Boonville. Lodge-style, 2,200 sq. ft. home is in excellentcondition. Lavender gardens. Ten acres have been cleared for vineyard with viticulture report. Two wells, two ponds, year-round creek with redwoods, and gently rolling terrain. Tranquil seclusion. $1,275,000 Submit offers.
160 ACRE PARCELS WEST OF BOONVILLE. Magnificent parcels at the headwaters of the Garcia River. Year-round Kibbey Creek with abundant springs. Valuable redwood and fi r timber, plus gorgeous meadows. $625,000 with fl exible owner terms available.
35 ACRES NEAR WILLITS. Gentle, roll-ing ridgetop with well and septic system in place. Amazing views. $365,000
360 ACRE RANCH ON OAT RIDGE. 8,700 sq. ft. home and 2.5 million board feet of timber. $850,000 Owner fi nance available.
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Ongoing, 2011Mondays—Weekly vigils at Mike Thompson’s office, Franklin Street, Fort Bragg, 10:00 a.m.
Mondays—Drop-in English Country Dance, 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., C.V. Starr Commu-nity Center, 300 South Lincoln Street, Fort Bragg; $6 at the door.
Wednesdays—Mendocino Figure Draw-ing Collective, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Men-docino Art Center Professional models; $10 model fee. No instruction or critique. All welcome from beginner to professional. Call MAC Open Studios for more information; 937-5818, extension 10.
Thursdays—Support group for grandpar-ents raising grandchildren, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Safe Passage Family Resource Center, 208 Dana Street, Fort Bragg; 964-1931 or 964-3077.
Thursdays—Bingo; snacks and beverages provided; 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.), 490 North Harold Street; 964-0443.
Fridays—Noyo Food Forest learning gar-den hands-on experiences, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Fort Bragg High School; 964-0218.
Fridays—Swing Danc-ing, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Caspar Inn; Free and open to the public.
Saturdays—Noyo Food Forest community garden, 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; grow food for the Food Bank; Mendocino Community Gar-den next to the recreation center; 964-0218.
First Fridays—Women in Black Peace Vigil, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Town Hall, Fort Bragg. All are welcome to come and stand in silence for Peace. You are welcome to bring a candle.
First and Third Fridays—Irish Set Dance Workshops, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., 307 East Redwood Avenue, Fort Bragg; $5 at the door; 964-7525; social dances of rural Ireland, Irish sets are danced by four couples in a square formation, to lively reels, jigs, pol-kas, slides, and hornpipes; the figures are not difficult, though the dance is fast-paced; musicians familiar with Irish music are in-vited to come and play; “drop-in” basis; new-comers always welcome, no partner neces-sary; please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.
First Saturdays—SHARE (Simply Happy About Raw Eating) network’s Raw Food Pot-luck, 6:00 p.m.; bring an organic, raw vegan dish for eight people to share, a plate, eat-ing utensils; upstairs of the Company Store at Living Light, Fort Bragg; 357-2030.
Second Wednesdays—Odd Fellows pot-luck and open stage. Bring music, food, and poetry; 428 North Main Street, Fort Bragg, behind PAWS; doors open by 6:00 p.m.; 961-6099 or 964-2511 on Wednesday.
Second Fridays—Pub Night: open mic, games, food, conviviality, beer and wine. All ages welcome. Guest chef. Free for the fun; fees for food and beverages. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Caspar Community Center; 964-4997.
Fourth Sunday—Grange Pancake Break-fasts: Inland, Little Lake Grange, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Little Lake Grange #670, 291
School Street, Willits; $6 for pancakes, eggs, ham or bacon, juice, and coffee or tea; Thanksgiving coffee and real maple syrup. Coast, Whitesboro Grange, 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; ham and eggs, pancakes, juice, milk, coffee and teas (herbal and regular), home-made berry syrup; three miles up Navarro Ridge Road, just south of Albion village.
Fourth Sunday—Breakfast in Caspar, fea-turing local, organic and gourmet food, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Caspar Community Cen-ter, 15051 Caspar Road; menu varies with the seasons; book sale takes place in con-junction; call 964-4997 for more information or visit casparcommons.org for monthly menu.
Ongoing–Sun. 12/18A Christmas CarolMendocino Theatre Company presents a specially priced production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol as a gift to the community, December 2–18. As a special holiday treat for the entire fam-ily and friends of Mendocino Theatre Company, MTC is presenting Charles Dickens’, A Christmas Carol. This holi-day attraction will be presented at low ticket prices as a special gift to our com-munity and those who have supported MTC throughout the year.This production of A Christmas Carol is an original adaptation 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-spirit-ed, miserly old man named Ebenezer Scrooge who refuses to embrace the holiday spirit, especially the true mean-ing of giving. When confronted by the ghosts of his past and Christmas of his present life, as well as things to come, his Bah Humbug life receives an atti-tude adjustment, and he finally realizes the true meaning of Christmas. This wonderful adaptation is directed by Jerry Greenberg and Bob Cohen. Ticket prices are $12 for adults, $6.00 for students, and children under six years old come free (accompanied by an adult). Showtimes are 7:00 p.m. with 2:00 p.m. matinees on December 4, 11, and 18.For ticket information, call 937 4477 or visit MTC’s website at www.mendocino-theatre.org.
December, 2011Thurs. 12/01Santa’s ComingSanta will arrive on the fire truck. Chil-dren may have their photo taken, re-ceive a candy cane and join story hour with Jay Frankston, who will read from his book, A Christmas Story. Stuffed animal or doll donation for Mendocino Coast Children’s Fund.3:00 p.m.Mendocino Hotel937-5791
Fri. 12/02–Sun. 12/11Festival of LightsChildren of all ages may stoll along the gThurs. 12/08–Sun. 12/11Candlelight Inn TourTour Mendocino area bed and breakfast inns and lodges and support programs for area youth through Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Mendocino and MUSE fund. All venues will offer a no-host bar and food options.$25 for all four tours; $10 youth4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday. This year Encroe Events follow each tour from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Mendocino, Fort Bragg, Little River/Al-bion, and Elk964-1228
Sat. 12/03Fort Bragg Holiday FestivitiesSanta will visit children at the museum, cookies and candy canes will be passed out. • 6:00 p.m. tree lighting7:00 p.m. holiday lights paradeGuest House Museum. Main Street, Fort Bragg
Sat. 12/10Holiday Open HouseSpecial exhibits include antique toys, dolls, and a 1940s Lionel train. Kelley House Museum, Mendocino5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.937-5791
Sat. 12/17“Nightclub Night” at the Hill HouseThe Hill House of Mendocino presents “Braet and Brown Duo”. David and Jack have played together as a duo for over a decade, and currently in David Brown & The Krewe of Sound, an avant-garde jazz-rock fusion band playing originals, funk, rock and fun. David is a New Or-leans native, has a Masters in Music from UNO, and in 1991 moved to Fort Bragg, California where he began play-ing with many local bands. A graduate of North Texas State Jack Braet brings an inspired hipness to his clarinet, saxo-phones and flute playing that delighted audiences at Ledford House for many years. • $10 at the door • 7:30 p.m. • Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for dinner menu and full bar. • 10701 Palette Drive, Mendocino • For more information, call 707-937-0554.
Fri. 12/30Mendocino Stories & Music Series To get revved up for New Year’s Eve or to escape the frenzy of the Eve, Mendocino Stories and Music Series will present Dgiin. Dgiin (pronounced Gin) is a four-piece band, mixing musical styles from funk to Latin and reggae with unforget-table vocals. Named “Best World Band” by the North Bay Bohemian, Dgiin has been creating quite a stir with their memorable and energetic performanc-es. The band is an exciting mixture of
French-Gypsy-Funk, ranging from fla-menco to Django Reinhardt gypsy gui-tar with Tito Puente style salsa beats. Dgiin’s members are as diverse as their music and hail from France, El Salvador and Ohio. All ages welcome! Sliding scale $10–$15 as you can afford.Music starts at 8:30 p.m.Bistro menu and drinks are available as soon as the doors open at 7:30 p.m.Hill House of MendocinoFor more information, call Pattie at 937-1732 or www.mendocinostories.com/events.html
Sat. 12/31New Years Eve at Hill House of Men-docinoRock in the New Year with The Gate-crashers, They will keep you dancing to an eclectic mix of rock, blues, folk, and funk. The Gatecrashers music is comprised of originals and cover tunes. Initially more blues oriented, over the past three years, The Gatecrashers have added more rock into their repertoire, including a smattering of eighties nine-ties cover songs. The Gatecrashers offer a well-rounded blend of music that gets folks off their seats and on the floor!Music starts at 9:00 p.m.; champagne toast at midnight.New Years Eve Dinner at either Men-docino Hotel or Hill House includes ad-mission to live music and from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. www.mendocinohotel.com www.hillhouseinn.com to view menus.Call 707-937-1732 for more information.
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Redwood hideaway with Jackson State Forest right out your bedroom door. Charming, 3 bedroom, 3 bath home in the country on a cul-de-sac backs up to forest land. Well-maintained redwood home with accessibility ramp to front door and fi rst fl oor master bedroom. Master bath has both large tub with forest views and stall shower. Great room is 17 ft. x 40 ft. with high vaulted ceiling and beau-tiful views. Detached double garage, paved drive. (22864) $362,700Bald Hill and the McGuire Ranch are the focal point here. � e 1.82 acre parcel with wide open views and a bit of forest as well. Large home has been divided into two living spaces by the own-ers and is currently two one-bedroom units that can easily return to a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. Laundry in both sides. Great setting for a sense of wide open space at the very end of the road. (22920) $357,000
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In fact, over fifty people every week put in a few hours serving or delivering meals, running The Attic, gardening, helping in the day program, fixing the building, staffing the office, being on the board, or running events.
The Attic has changed, it now takes consignment items. This started about six months ago. “These items are more upscale and upbeat for young teens to older individuals,” Diane explains.
“It works great for everyone, people in the community get some money for their gently used clothing, jewelry and collectibles, and it directly benefits the seniors by paying for needed services. Proceeds are split 50/50. We sell a lot of fresh consignment items. We work with people to come up with a fair price; at the end of six months they can take it home, discount the item, or they could outright donate it.”
The Attic is particular about what get’s donated. “Nothing stained or ripped. Items need to be clean and wearable. What we want are things that someone can put on and wear immediately. No underwear,” she states.
As with everyone I’ve talked with, Diane gets a great deal of satisfaction from her job. “The hardest part is when people pass on,” Diane says. “It happens. ‘What? He’s gone? But I see him every day...’”
“Volunteers are a huge part of the senior center,” Diane says. “If it weren’t for them the center wouldn’t run. Because I interview every volunteer before they start they become like friends or family. Especially the very dedicated ones, they’re at the center frequently so we laugh and talk a lot.”
Social day programElizabeth Morton came to the coast fresh from living in India three and a half years ago. “This job
draws on all my skills and, of course, particularly on my heart,” Elizabeth says. On the professional side, she’s a licensed clinical social worker and has an M.A. in dance therapy.
She and the “giving, kind and joyous” volunteers provide care each day at the senior center. “I have wonderful volunteers,” she says.
“We call it the Circle of Elders Social Day Program. The focus is to create a circle of seniors who are welcomed in and treated with the utmost respect. We take care of each other, enhance their self-esteem, and we want them to have fun, to laugh and—we do it all.”
“It’s a therapeutically planned program,” she explains. “They are around their peers, which is important. We do a lot of memory stimulation, encourage them to remember their past, to feel that they have accomplished things so they can say ‘Hey, I am somebody’ and it’s a way for us to get to know them,” Elizabeth says with zest. “When we aren’t stimulated, we lose our sense of enthusiasm.”
Music is an integral part of the program. Different musicians come in each day, such as Earl Oliver, Jan Kessner, and Marcus McCallen. “Jan is priceless, she’s a professional who knows songs from every country. In fact, they’re all priceless!” Elizabeth say enthusiastically. “Music is key because even if someone has cognitive difficulties they all remember the music and all the words of a song from their era.”
“We aim to touch on all parts of a person; mental, emotional, physical and spiritual so they feel like a whole person. Plus, we talk about big issues; what it’s like being in a wheel chair, losing friends, family or others. Everyone is so open in what they say,” Elizabeth states.
We’re talking about the senior program but Elizabeth has great advice for all of us. “Do a lot of brain stimulating games. That slows down memory loss. Learn new things that are outside of what you already know. Learn to play chess, a new type of dance, a language, word games. They all help,” she explains.
The other half of this program is respite for the families that are providing care for, usually, their parents.This program is a way for people to stay in their homes longer, Elizabeth informs me. “Their family
knows they are in a safe, caring and fun place. Both aspects, staying in their homes and being involved in a stimulating program, help them retain their faculties; retain memories longer. They’re more engaged with life; overall, they’re happier people who have a fuller life.”
In conjunction with the program, Elizabeth Morton and Waldi Helma lead the Caregiver Support Group on the first Friday of each month.
Redwood Coast Seniors is a vital, alive organization dedicated to serving the needs of resident and visiting seniors. Programs are numerous and varied. Whether a person is over the age of sixty or is a
“young” senior or elder, there are activities to enhance an already full life or to help when life seems to be too much.
Come up for lunch with friends or make new ones. Visit The Attic—you never know what you’ll find; consult with experts to solve a problem. Volunteer your time—you’ll get back more than you put in and get a free lunch!
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two hundred people eat lunch in the dining room five days a week (forty-six thousand meals a year). On November 18, the turkey dinner with homemade pumpkin pie was a hit to 191 people!
“Everyone socializes, they have their favorite tables and meet their friends every day. It’s more than social though, if a friend isn’t here I worry and call them.”
Alice helps out with the fund-raising meals. “We have to do so much more because of funding cuts,” Alice says. “We have special events about once a month, a breakfast one month, and a dinner the next.” Going to a special event at Cotton Auditorium? Have dinner first at Sal’s Bistro at the senior center.
“I used to come up here before I worked here, when my husband and I got old enough,” Alice laughs.“Plus there’s a lot going on. On Thursdays there’s nickel Bingo in the activity room. On Tuesdays a group
of us work on a quilt that is hand-quilted. Twice a month there’s sewing, one of the days in conjunction with our quilting meeting.”
“This place is a home; there’s a lot of heart here. And here I am, seventy-four years old, still working because it’s such a great place.”
mealS on WheelS“I’ve been here about fifteen years, I think. My husband and I worked together delivering Meals on
Wheels until he passed,” Sandy Edwards recalls. “It’s like family. I’ve been going to people’s homes forever and a day. It’s good for me, too. I have a
purpose now that my husband is gone. I go out and about and socialize with clients,” Sandy says.Sandy gets a lot of questions about the program, mostly what they have to do to get Meals on Wheels
(MOW). “People have to be sixty years old, be homebound or not have cooking facilities or can’t prepare meals for themselves. Just recently, I had a question about a woman who’s blind. She can’t cook for herself.”
“A lot of people are on fixed incomes and might not be eating every day. On Fridays we give frozen meals to people so they have something for the weekend,” Sandy explains.
Delivering meals every day is also a safety check on their well-being. “If someone has fallen I call 911 and let the medical people take care of it.”
“It’s fun,” says Sandy. “I’ve got something to do for myself and something to do for people.”
moW and moreAs with everyone else, Waldi Helma handles a large number of tasks. When I asked her what her job
entailed she said, “I do a wide variety of things, but officially I’m the supervisor of Meals on Wheels, the Consultation, Information, Referral and Support Program, and the Health and Wellness Program. Although these are separate, they can overlap,” Waldi says.
MOW serves seniors at least sixty years old who can not come to the center for their nutritionally balanced lunches. The center sends out sixty to eighty Meals on Wheels a day. “We always encourage people to come to the center for meals and the social aspect, but not everyone can. Or maybe they get MOW for a time, become stronger and healthier, and then are able to come up. ”
A part of the Consultation Program could be to evaluate what a senior’s needs are. “This will answer any questions a senior has,” Waldi says. “For instance, people can become isolated for a variety of reasons but we can arrange transportation and support services such as peer counseling, so they can enjoy life to the fullest.”
It’s a mix of consulting, referrals for case management, giving information, and encouraging and supporting each individual. Each person has a different need and decisions may change.
One issue may have several solutions. “We look to see how the person can be best served, we hook them up with whatever it is. For instance, I may get a couple of heaters for someone who has none and that literally warms up their life,” Waldi shares. “The next person may have a heater but needs help with money management so they can pay their heating bills.”
Within the Health and Wellness program, and funded by a grant from the Mental Health Services Act, Redwood Coast Seniors administers a program called Senior Peer Counseling that is free of charge. Trained individuals fifty-five and older help with grief, depression, emotional difficulties or other life-changing incidents in people’s lives. Peer counselors are trained to give individualized, specialized attention to seniors.
“It’s never the same, each day is different and each person is different, and amazing!” Waldi concludes.
The Senior choruSIra Rosenberg has been teaching the senior chorus singing class since 1984. The chorus is the oldest
program they have there and has been ongoingly popular every Friday, from one to three. Between eleven and fifteen people participate in the class and put on concerts at Sherwood Oaks and other venues around town. In the past, Ira says, there have been up to thirty members. They created what Ira calls the best fake book in the world, a tome full of music and lyrics to hundreds of standards from the American song book they have collected over the years. They use it to build an extensive repertoire of jazz and popular musical numbers, and perform them enthusiastically with Ira’s soulful piano accompaniment.
The aTTicLaurel Moss tells me she’s been volunteering for a year or two at The Attic, the center’s thrift shop. “I
like it because there’s a variety of things to do and I enjoy the social exchanges. Plus, I can buy clothes inexpensively and it’s a place I can donate the things I no longer want.”
Laurel’s passion is teaching English as a second language which she’d done for the past twenty years in Greece, the Czech Republic, Yemen, Mexico and most recently, China.
She’s also an accomplished poet and for the past six years has taken up ceramics.Diane Taylor is another resident who vacationed on the coast for decades until moving here permanently
eight years ago. “I live two blocks away; I can walk to work.” She’s an artist and was involved in theater for twenty years in the Sacramento area.
She’s worked at the the senior center for five years and wears a lot of hats; Communications Manager, the manager of The Attic, and Volunteer Coordinator for The Attic and the dining room.
It’s Diane’s job to handle the menus for special events, see to posters for the event, advertise in local papers, obtain a liquor license, write the public service announcements, and do the Web design.
In the dining room there have to be twenty-five to thirty volunteers per week. “We always need more! These are the people who serve the meals and bus the tables.” And who says there’s no free lunch in life? If you volunteer, you get a free lunch!
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Along with a tremendous number of other responsibilities, Waldi Helma and Elizabeth Morton lead a Caregivers Support Group.
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CASPAR CREEK FARM At 98 acres this is one of the last large parcels, next to Jackson State Forest with breathtaking sunsets and ocean view from the property. Secluded, yet convenient to Mendocino or Fort Bragg. Features a world class work-shop with radiant in-fl oor heat, glass doors, skylights, and a full bath, perfect
for an artist or craftsperson to live and work in. Great property for horses, mountain biking, or hiking in the old growth groves. This treasure comes with NTMP. Seller is highly motivated. Price recently reduced. $1,995,000
COMFORTABLE COASTAL HOME Only a short walk to historic Mendocino vil-lage, close to the beach, this cozy home has been recent-ly remodeled. Views of the sunsets over the ocean can be seen from the tastefully designed kitchen, featuring
gourmet appliances. Hardwood fl oors throughout; new roof, attached two-car garage. Joshua Grindle Park is adjacent on the west boundary. $490,000
Buy this home and get a free white 1989 Porsche 944 Turbo, mint condition!
LARGE OPEN OCEAN VIEW home in Little River. Four bedroom, 4.5 bath home plus offi ce and two-car garage. Great location. Owner may carry with large down. $890,000
POTTER VALLEY MIDDLE RIDGE property. Very private 80 acres; great water; backs up to Mendocino National Park $850,000LAYTONVILLE! Three properties for sale. Call for information.
LAND PARCELREDWOOD WONDERLAND WITH OCEAN VIEW Come build your dream home on this amazing ocean view parcel, with Albion River fl owing through the north side of the property. Redwood forest, meadows, and a pond; 58± acres with a well, septic, three-phase power and phone. Forty acres are zoned RR5; minor subdivision is on fi le with the county; also included is a sixty-year timber management plan. The owner has applied for a Coastal Development Permit to build. $890,000
THE ONLY GAS STATION IN TOWN OF MENDOCINO; Owner now will sell business separately from land. A great opportunity in the heart of town. Currently sale of gas and oil, and oil changes, and tires, but it would be possible to expand and add products. Land is also for sale and can be bought separately. $1,600,000
GARDENER”S DELIGHT! Gorgeous, one-of-a-kind, 1,900 sq. ft. home in the sunbelt of Fort Bragg. Bamboo fl oors, large windows overlooking yard with year-round garden; fully fenced so you don’t have to worry about the deer. Great spot for a home busi-ness. Hot tub, large garage, and workshop. $625,000
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