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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 10 • Issue 634 • Mendocino County’s Own Real Estate Publication • January 27, 2012 • Published monthly

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Residential | CommeRCial | land | Businesses

Kerala state, south india meets mendocino Coast, usa

homeopathy in ouR midst

dr. Jose issacs,famed indian

md-homeopath,comes to mendocino

to teach Classical

homeopathy to

eight local women

. Serious abscesses that disappear quickly

. Headaches of three-month duration stop ten minutes after taking the dose. The return of normal speech after two years of speaking only in faint whispers. An older man who previously had to rest after walking for ten minutes who can now walk for hours. Tremendous improvement in a patient with MS in a short time… Cases from the home page of Michelle LuCafo, Fort Bragg student-homeopath

. After six months of treatment, uterine fibroids’ swelling disappeared and tests showed fibroids absent. Cat’s head swelled up like a gratefruit one day with an abscess. One dose of a well-selected Rx and within two hours the abscess deflated and drained. Energy and even better health resumed…

Cases from Shelly Garrison, Fort Bragg student-homeopath

. A woman in childbirth called to say her labor had stalled after many hours and doctors were getting ready to do a C-section. After being administered a homeopathic remedy, labor commenced strongly and baby was born within an hour. Case from Alicia Abuliak, Albion student-homeopath

DR. JOSE COMES TO MENDOCINO When Cassandra Bricken, on holiday in Kerala, South India, met

Dr. Jose Issac, she had already been to an MD for a recently acquired infection and received antibiotics from him. But instead of taking them, the long-time homeopathic patient did some sleuthing and found the Government Homoeopathic Medical College, in Trivandrum, Kerala's capital. Dr. Jose (pronounced Jhos) Issac, who both taught and saw patients there, warmly welcomed the Western traveler in perfect English, and after prescribing a medication, asked if she would like to join him for dinner. They talked at length about his family’s four generations of teaching and practicing homeopathy in South India and his practices in Russia and Malaysia, about homeopathy in India and Australia, where Cassie had been born, compared to its underdog status in the United States, where she had been living for many years.

When she returned home to Albion, California she could not stop thinking about her experience in India and e-mailed Dr. Jose, asking if she could study with him. He wrote back immediately, “Come to India. I will teach you.” Cassie called about ten people she thought would be interested, inviting them to come with her.

At that moment, Shelly Garrison had come to a crossroads in her life, wondering what direction she was to take next. She was literally sitting, staring at her phone, “willing it to ring,” when Cassie called her to invite her along to India. Shelly says she “could feel the totality of yes.” She had been working with a local RN-homeopath and had

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been looking for the proper educational path. She had to move her entire life around to go on the trip; but she could not say no to the opportunity it promised.

Cassie and Shelly spent almost four months living at Dr. Jose’s private clinic in Kerala, studying and observing him as he took patients in the evenings, six days a week. At the hospital Dr. Jose’s father founded in 1983, over five hundred patients are treated every day. Dr. Jose himself is able to see personally over 150 outpatients a day and has a private practice as well. His ability to prescribe so quickly comes from years of intense training and experience, and from generations of understanding the complex art and science of homeopathy. His father and grandfather were homeopaths, and now Dr. Jose’s son has graduated after a five-and-a-half-year training to become a medical doctor/doctor of homeopathy and will start his three-year post graduate program. It is surprising to note that not one in these four generations has ever had to go to a dentist, nor had need of any surgery.

Cassie and Shelly, on fire with their new knowledge, came back home and began to practice, with Dr. Jose’s backing. As successes in healing brought more word-of-mouth clients, and their practices grew, other people expressed an interest in learning homeopathy. They convinced Jose that he should come to Mendocino to teach and spread his knowledge of Classical Homeopathy in the United States.

That Dr. Jose is now sharing his knowledge with student practitioners here on the Mendocino coast is a remarkable benefit to the area. As the eight student-homeopaths treat their families, take patients and determine treatments for every ailment, their prescriptions are supported and corroborated by Dr. Jose by e-mail. Many of their patients are reporting excellent, even “miraculous” results. This could not have occurred in an earlier time; the Internet allows almost instant communication for rapid, proper treatments.

A HEALTH AND HEALING DREAMAlthough homeopathy may not be for everyone, if you’ve ever

wished there were some form of health care that was safe, natural, effective, had no side effects — oh, and didn’t break the bank every time you came down with something, it could be a bit of a dream come true. And it’s not from outer space: homeopathy has been used worldwide by millions of people for more than two hundred years, and is currently the fastest growing medical system (holding number-two status in healthcare usage) around the world. It addresses every type of illness, chronic condition or health crisis, short of surgery. In Great Britain, the Queen has her own homeopath. In Mexico, Australia, Cuba, Brazil, Argentina, South Africa, Russia, France, Germany, Greece, The Netherlands, Asia and beyond, homeopathy is widely used, trusted and integrated into everyday treatment. In India, the government

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Kerala State, South India Meets Mendocino Coast, USA

hoMeopAthy In oUr MIdStStory by Zida Borcich

DR. JOSE ISSAC ON HOMEOpATHyIt is a holistic system of medicine, practiced in about 135 countries.

It is the safest system, since it uses sub-physiological doses. No medicine has been found to have any side effects in the last 200

years, since its beginning. It does not use any steroids or antibiotics

or man-made chemicals.

It works by stimulating the immune mechanism of one's body—

everyone has the capacity to repair their body and homoeopathy is just

stimulating that mechanism.

Homoeopathy has great scope on constitutional defects like Down's Syndrome, hyperkinetic children,

depression, strokes, allergies, asthma, prostate & breast cancers,

etc. It can cure many incurable diseases and drug induced

diseases.

The Government of India gives equal importance to all the systems by funding Allopathy, Homoeopathy

& Ayurveda. In India we have 200,000 homoeopathic practitioners,

40 pharmaceutical companies, 7,000 government dispensaries

and around 500 hospitals & 186 colleges exclusively for

homoeopathy.


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FRANKIE’S PIZZA AND ICE CREAM PAR-LOR — A very happy, well-run, profitable business. Leasehold, equipment all in good condition. Lots of room for further business development. Family-run business, organic orientation, beer and wine license; twenty-six seats, eight stools, and deck! (22793) $189,000

VILLAGE FARM AND HOME WINERY — The fin-est in village living: three full legal residences, water tower,; private, quiet, and a complete farm. Gardens, lawns, pasture, barn, chicken coops, and privacy. Ocean views from nearly every room. Complete home winery crusher/stemer; press bottler for making four barrels of wine a year. (22285) $1,950,000

CUTE AS A BUG’S EAR — A desirable location, imme-diately north of Heritage House and minutes from the vil-lage, this split-level, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is comfy, cozy, and move-in ready. Enjoy the lovely enclosed garden area, greenhouse, and sprinklers.’’Cute as a Bug’s Ear’’ perfectly describes the second unit, a 690± sq ft. cottage. Property offers flexibility—Bug’s Ear continues to generate rental in-come. Rent one or both, this is an attractive rental property. In addition to the greenhouse there is also a small artist stu-dio plus storage shed. (22377) $547,000

HIDDEN GARDENS — Set amongst 2.5± acres of botanical beauty and located in the sunbelt of Fort Bragg. Enter this gated, fully-fenced property and drive through towering redwoods to reach the spacious, private, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. This light-filled, contemporary home features angled ceilings, bamboo flooring, skylights, living and dining rooms, an eat-in kitchen, and a hot tub. Glass doors slide open to reveal a wrap-around deck which overlooks a generous, level lawn, and lushly landscaped grounds. Additional outbuild-ings which include a two-car garage, workshop (with electrical and plumbing), and two sheds complete the package. (23159) $610,000

MIXED-USE INVESTMENT — A mixed-use gem one block from the heart of Fort Bragg and its cafés, shops, and galleries. This fully rented building provides six renovated apartments resting on the second floor including two with ocean views Four well-established commercial tenants share the property and prosper with their destination busi-nesses. Excellent location includes a neighborhood play-ground, park, and public library just around the corner. (23024) $1,055,000

SCENT OF THE SEA — One of the most prime Mendocino Coast properties. 15± acres is comprised of two legal parcels with the zoning to apply for a third legal parcel. Spectacular frontage (approxi-mately 800 feet) traverses along the scenic blufftop overlooking a beautiful cove. Modest but livable home has breathtaking views from many rooms. (21877, 21878) $2,499,000

ESTATE-SIZED COASTAL PARCEL — Delightful land with mix of forest and open spaces. Enjoy the proximity to the coast and the benefits of the temperate weather. Ocean access is within easy walking distance from this estate-sized parcel, waiting for your dream home. (23153) $449,000

BIG RIVER LAGOON — 250± acres located seven miles east of Mendocino on Big River. The property goes from hilltop to Big River Lagoon. Six million board feet of timber, mostly redwood, mostly over twenty-four inches in diameter, many over thirty-six inches. Two great hilltop homesites with views. The property is bounded by state park and other large timber parcels. NTMP timber plan in place for future income generation. Go for a swim! Big River Lagoon is a beautiful natural pond/lagoon with lots of wild-life and access to the amazing Big River State Park. (21290, 21291) $3,650,000

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MAIN STREET COMMERCIAL — Great location to own, continue as income property, and also start your own business. Three income-producing units with frontage on Main Street and alley access. Thirteen± off-street parking spaces. Large unfinished attic space. Separate meters. One shared bath. (23089) $459,000

OCEAN VIEW MENDOCINO FARMHOUSE — This graceful timeless Victorian farmhouse offers a picture postcard view from almost every room of the house as it sits in one of Mendocino’s finest locations overlooking the village and the Pacific. Recently remodeled, you will love the beautiful fireplace, wood floors, tall windows in the living room that capture the breathtaking views, ten-foot ceilings with beautiful moldings, and a large master bath with a newly renovated clawfoot tub completes this turn- key one-of-a-kind gem. Beautiful landscaped yard. French doors and balconies from second story. (23151) $850,000

CASPAR RENOVATION PROJECT — In a beauti-ful coastal neighborhood lies this neglected modified A-frame house in west Caspar. This home needs a lot of TLC and renovation to restore the full potential of this beautiful property. (23161) $369,000

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) $180,000

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 sid-ing; bedroom is lit up with natural light from the skylight above. Bring your dreams. Motivated seller. (22872) $190,000

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WAGES CREEK RANCH — Charming Craftsman-style home with four bedrooms and 1.5 baths. A small rustic cabin with loft tucked in amongst redwoods. All on 42+ peaceful acres, 33 of which are wooded; year-round creek with song birds and wildlife galore. Plenty of fenced pastureland for horses and farm animals. (22876) $450,000

DREAM HOME — This dream home sits on 3.6 fully fenced level acres with ocean view overlooking the Jug Handle State Park from a beautiful, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, cus-tom home. Spacious and inviting, this home provides all the ameni-ties 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

them into categories that lead the practitioner to a remedy that will benefit whatever condition is present.

Symptoms are considered to be of utmost value, they are “friends” rather than “The Enemy” that must be vanquished. Homeopaths view symptoms as clues that lead to the detection of the underlying weakness that allows a disease to enter or persist, and treats the weakness, not the ailment itself.

“LIKE CURES LIKE”In other words, homeopathy does not treat disease, per se.

Instead, it strives to bring people to their full potential by supporting the body and whole person with the overlying first principal of “like cures like.” What does “like cures like” mean? A simple example would be running warm water on a burned finger rather than icing it — heat on a burn helps the burn. This primary concept was

“developed by Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843), a German physician, who was experimenting with cinchona bark (quinine) as a cure for malaria. When Hahnemann administered cinchona to himself, he developed the symptoms of malaria — fever, diarrhea, vomiting, pain, numb fingers and toes. But when quinine was given to a patient complaining of those same symptoms of malaria, he found it helped them fight the illness. From his initial experiment, Hahnemann and his students methodically tested thousands of substances in a

process called ‘provings.’” (quoted from www.amfoundation.org/homeopathinfo.htm).

EXpRESSION, NOT SUppRESSIONHomeopathy also adheres to the conviction that “suppression” of disease symptoms is a

major cause of more disease, that driving symptoms deeper into the body with pain killers or antibiotics can create chronic conditions and even more serious outbreaks of various related or unrelated other disorders later on in life. It teaches that disease must express itself rather than be pushed down or disguised — which actually brings up the question, “What is disease?” In homeopathy, apparently, disease has a different definition; it is considered more a messenger from the body that signals what it needs rather than something to be eradicated itself. The idea is that, with the immune system bolstered by homeopathic treatment, a person’s body is able to rebalance itself and diminish or destroy disease. The emphasis is much more on prevention through strengthening the whole person rather than responding only when crises arise.

Oftentimes, a homeopathic remedy will cause a temporary increase or worsening of symptoms as the disease exits the organism. This is called an “aggravation,” and is considered a sign that improvement is occurring, though it can be of concern to the patient. To a homeopath, an aggravation shows that the medicine is working, and is cause for celebration.

Another major divergence from Western thought is the actual size, duration and potency of the remedy. Homeopathic medicines are dispensed in tiny vials or folded papers filled with one or two poppy-seed-sized pills. These contain minute doses of dilutions of the healing substance, which have been “potentized.” One tiny-but-powerful pill can be the entire treatment for a week, a month, or even longer. Very often, too, lower potencies can be much more effective than larger doses, depending on the characteristics of the patient and indications of his symptoms, adding yet another layer of potentially confusing concepts to the collection of newness for a new homeopathic patient.

In homeopathy, one size definitely doesn’t fit all. It’s possible that two people might go to a homeopath complaining of the same affliction and come away with two completely different medicines, as opposed to Western medical traditions of giving one type of medicine to everyone with the same disease. The homeopathic remedy is given to the person, not to the condition.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET BETTER? HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?It is not possible to predict how long it might take for a remedy to take effect. There are

countless testimonials about the speed with which a therapy can work — overnight cures are not unusual — and, depending on the constitution of the patient and the duration of having had a disorder, it can also take more time or more trials to get to the right remedy. To a Western mindset, accustomed to instantaneous masking of pain or symptoms, it can seem that nothing is happening. In these cases, patience is an ally. Homeopathy is subtle and complex and its action can’t be predicted precisely, however the weight of evidence as to its effectiveness is convincing. For instance, Dr. Luc Montagnier, the French virologist who won the Nobel Prize in 2008 for discovering the AIDS virus (HIV), has surprised the scientific community with his strong support for homeopathic medicine despite quite intense scepticisim of it by Western science.

Homeopathic treatment is much less costly than other forms of treatment, too, because it concentrates on prevention and keeping the body and mind balanced rather than reacting to acute problems only. With so many bankruptcies occurring due to skyrocketing medical costs, an effective and inexpensive form of health maintenance and management, like homeopathy, may become more and more important as part of an integrative medical system.

Mendocino coast residents are fortunate to have a wide range of excellent health care options

equally esteems allopathic (conventional or Western), homeopathic, and Ayurvedic approaches as the country’s three primary medical systems.

With the rise in allopathic medicine in the United States, this sort of integration and trust in homeopathy has been absent since the early nineteen hundreds when the United States had its own twenty-two homeopathic medical schools and over a hundred homeopathic hospitals.

A COMpREHENSIVE MEDICAL SySTEMDespite its relative obscurity here, homeopathy offers treatment

for almost every chronic, acute or inherited health issue. For acne to autism, high blood pressure to asthma, menopausal issues to migraines, dental caries to the flu, epidemics of cholera and malaria to bipolar disorder—the list could go on interminably—there are confirmed homeopathic success stories.

Even with its widespread serious use, in the United States, it’s been looked at rather casually as something one might take for smallish worries like headaches or sleeplessness, and is sold, under no supervision, online and in many health food stores, to the detriment of homeopathy itself and the people who often overprescribe for themselves over the long term. Few Americans are aware of its long and successful applications worldwide, and even fewer know where to find a homeopath.

But now homeopathy is gaining traction again as a viable alternative to, or co-therapy with, conventional Western medicine here on the Mendocino coast because of Dr. Jose and his student-homeopaths. A third generation, much-revered physician (MD), homeopathic doctor and professor from the southernmost tip of India, Dr. Jose’s vast experience has made him so famous in India that the government calls on him in cases of widespread health threats like the cholera epidemic he averted in 1995 by organizing a team of doctors and students to administer 120,000 doses of homeopathic medicines in two days, a feat almost impossible to comprehend. Dr. Jose is a member of the Central Council of Homoeopathy, Member of Education, Finance and Journal Committee of the Council under the Government of India. He is the youngest of six people on this committee, which serves the entire country of India. He teaches Classical Homeopathy at the largest government-owned English-teaching homeopathic hospital in Asia, and now, here in Mendocno, to eight local women. These avid students study together intensely, on their own, and also with Dr. Jose when he visits here twice a year for three-week teaching intensives. The group, under his oversight and with his hands-on support, practices homeopathy on their families, and some also practice on patients of their own. (They are able to do this because California is a Health Freedom State under Senate Bill 577, section 2053.6., making the practice of homeopathy legal in the state.)

IT’S DIFFERENTHomeopathic practice is so dissimilar to what Westerners are accustomed that it requires

a bit of putting aside what are “normally” believed to be the conditions of disease and cure. Diagnosis is based primarily on, first, a comprehensive interview with a new patient that establishes his or her overall health and history — physical, mental, emotional, psychological and even ancestral — and then investigating all of his or her current symptoms, organizing

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CHRONIC FATIGUE/EpSTEIN-BARR STOppED Sandi Neves-Smith was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome four years ago.

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It was expensive, three hundred dollars a month and not covered by insurance, and she did not know (or at the time even care) about its side effects. All she knew was it helped her get out of bed and she could go on with her life. She relapsed several times, however, and felt fearful about her future with this devastating degenerative illness.

In the third year of the disease she was introduced to homeopathy by her niece, one of Cassandra’s patients here on the north coast. Willing by then to give just about anything a try, Sandi made an appointment with Cassie and went home with a remedy. There was an immediate and strong aggravation; she could barely leave her bed for three days, but then began to rally. She says: “I took the initial remedy for eight months and was so much better. Then Cassie said I should stop. I was afraid to stop because every time I stopped the Valtrex I would have a relapse. I trusted her though, just beginning to understand that homeopathy doesn’t work the same way as Western medicine, and I did stop taking it. Now it’s been nine months and I don’t have any symptoms of Epstein-Barr.”

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Price Reduced! Now $265,000

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SUNBELT PARCEL NEAR THE COAST Great site for a getaway or home, this three-quarter± acre parcel is just fi ve minutes from Navarro Beach or twenty minutes to the village of Mendocino. Off the main thoroughfares, with redwoods and fi rs on the parcel. Bordered on the east and south by large forest properties. Soils work and septic system design are done; just waiting for your building plans. (23184)

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GORGEOUS FORTY-ACRE JEWEL IN COMPTCHE! Absolutely stunning, 2,700± sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2 bath home designed by an architect for his own family and skillfully built in 2007. The forty-acre property features a 3,300± sq. ft. barn with upstairs office/recreation area, a large year-round pond, expansive redwood forest, sunny meadows, and peaceful country views of it all. The home is exquisite with oak hardwood fl oors, vaulted open-beam ceilings, a custom stone fi replace, plentiful windows, spacious rooms throughout, plus a dream kitchen with high-grade appliances, countertops, and custom cabinetry. Additional features include air conditioning, a sewing/hobby room, detached two-car garage, generator for backup power and much, much more! This new home on a large tract of acreage is a gorgeous, private retreat, and a must-see to appreciate. Great photos at www.MendoCountryHome.com! (23176)

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Private and quiet location only minutes from the village and ocean. A little effort will go a long way toward bringing this property back to its showcase condition. Flat and usable land with a solid, redwood home. Lots of beauti-ful wood. Clearings, large redwoods, a garden space, a storage shed, and plenty of outdoor decks. Two-car attached garage. (22979) $385,000

this tWo Bedroom, 2 bath home has had some remodel-ing; new front door area and steps to house. New laminated floors in the den, hallway, and kitchen area. Carpeting in bed-rooms and living room. Vinyl in bathrooms. There is a very large living room with wood-burning stove. The fireplace insert in the den area is gas. Bedrooms have electric heat.

Two-car detached garage. Storage sheds in back of home. Home as pine-vaulted ceilings in home. There is a greenhouse and workshop is 20 ft. x 20 ft. on a cement slab. Raised garden beds. Water treatment system with holding tank. (23056) $450,000

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unParalleled, dramatic, Panoramic, and ever-changing views from this 2 acre private peninsula with eight hundred feet of ocean frontage. White water splashing over the rocky coastline can be seen from almost every room. A beautiful office, exercise room and a 1,000 sq. ft. activity room add to the function and flexibility of this 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home. Located only minutes from Mendocino village. (21384) $2,888,888

some of the most stunning vieWs of the Mendocino Headlands and Agate Cove with blue and white water ocean views. Borders Jack Peters Creek canyon for added privacy. Is located in wind “pocket” for protection from ocean winds. Sellers have gorgeous architectural plans that maximize space and the signature coastal views. (22198) $299,000

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 attention. (22617) $595,000

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 certificate. 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) $249,000

REDWOOD TWO-STORY home on 20 level/rolling ocean view acres. Lots of garden area and pasture for horses or other animals. Large metal barn for storage. New redwood deck with second-story ocean view. Double-pane windows throughout house; many are new. Recent price reduction. It’s priced to sell as is. (22535) $464,000

Walk to Beach and ten miles of coastal access from this immaculate home. Excellent open floor plan with great room, formal dining room, and stone fireplace. Three large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Exquisite patio and manicured backyard. Storage room and workshop off of patio area. Attached two-car garage. Paved driveway with beautiful mature landscaping consisting of many rhodies. Well-maintained property. (22841) $425,500

What a value on this ProPerty. 1.3 acres with access off Highway 20 and Old Coast Highway. Ready for you to bring your taste and plans to this 1942, two-story, 4 bedroom, 1 bath home with detached garage, a dug well, and extra outbuildings, too. There was an RV on site; much of that infrastructure remains. It will need a bit of work, but the property is ready for you to jump in at a great price. (23173) $173,000

unoBstructed and fantastic white water ocean views from this well-landscaped, 3 bedroom, 2+ bath home just south of Fort Bragg. One of those few hidden areas with little traffic on this street. Now used as a vacation rental, this home has it all! Solar design; solarium views not be missed! Heather garden and some very beautiful landscaping make this a must-see. Whale watching is easy from your many ocean view locations for this home. Well-designed floor plan. Also there is an attached garage large enough for your RV; shop and lots of storage, too. (23158) $799,000

simPly Beautiful ProPerty and home. 1.32 acres of redwoods, ferns, and well-manicured landscaping. Paved drive. A 2,200 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with hard-wood floors. Large brick fireplace and picture windows in the great room. Many built-in cabinets; formal dining with built-in buffet. Family room with indoor grill and bar. Large deck with stone pond and waterfall plus a greenhouse. A must-see! (22900) $399,500

this tWo Bedroom, 1 bath home is a small, but great home. There is wood and electric heat. Nice kitchen with dining space. There is a large barn; two-story shop with stor-age on the top floor and room for your cars or projects on the bottom floor. Nice level acre with room for your gar-

den. This is on a dead-end private road which gives one the privacy they are looking for. (22419) $199,000

three Bedroom, 2.5 bath home tucked away on pri-vate acre with mature rhodies, redwoods, and a secret gar-den; complete sprinkler sys-tem and a pond. Hardwood, tile and vinyl floors, updated kitchen

and baths, plus a spa located off the master bedroom. Wood storage shed to keep your firewood dry and ready for the woodstove generating all the warmth you need for foggy days, but propane forced air is available, too. RV hookups, two two-car garages, one with a guest bedroom and space for workshop, storage or recreation room. A playhouse will make a great fort for kids. This home is ready to move into. (23068) $375,000

this is a great lakefront 2 bedroom, 2 bath, manufactured home with a den and living room. Kitchen was recently painted. Pier in the front. Put your boat in and go for a ride in the lake with the ducks and swans. Rebuilt the pier in 2011. Sit on your front deck and enjoy the view of the lake. Nice front yard area. Low-maintenance yard with some fencing. Storage shed on back of carport. New metal awning over the deck. Handicap access. Adjacent to the visitor parking. Walk through the tunnel to Pudding Creek Beach and the ocean. There is a carport. (23154) $129,000

classic original california craftsman; 4 bed-room, 1 bath, 2,000 sq. ft., wood frame, two-story house with a big front porch. Very well maintained condition. Located on one-way Park Street, on a full-sized 50 ft. wide by 140 ft. deep city lot, with alley access. Possibility of adding a second story living unit over the garage/workshop; in a very desirable area of great homes. (21727) $200,000

successful north coast lodge in great Little River location, just two miles south of Mendocino. Spectacular ocean views from all twenty-one guest rooms. Deeded access to private cove—great for abalone diving. One of only few inns on the coast that are pet-friendly. Amphitheater and open lawn are great for weddings. Spa. Permitted for twenty-three guest rooms total. Conference room and manager’s quarters may be rebuilt. (23172) $1,998,800

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) $530,100

Beautiful victorian located in the village of Elk, within walking distance to the beach. Three bedrooms, two baths, and incredible white water views! Currently operating an antique business. Inventory is not included but is negotiable. (19907) $649,000

Beautiful neWer home on 5 acres close to Mendocino village. Thoughtful open floor plan and attention to details throughout. Large south-facing win-dows grace the liv-ing area keeping it warm and light. The kitchen has a gas

cooktop, easy-access cabinets, and lots of deep, full-extension drawers. The connected garage has plenty of room for two cars with a storage room and attic access. Trees create privacy though the home sits in a sunny clearing. The gardens are gorgeous! Flowers, fruits, berries, shrubs, and trees create an inspiring landscape that can be fully enjoyed through the house windows and from the deck or spa. Organic vegetable garden includes a hoop house. Full irrigation system and deer fencing. Everything is immaculate, maintained, and ready for an easy move. (23067) $595,000

nicely maintained two-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 cabinetry, sky-lights, 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

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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) $298,000


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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) $199,000

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 community. Fireplace, large floor plan, three bedrooms, two baths, sky-lights, 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 remod-eled 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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additiOnal tOp Quality listingseSCaPe 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

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

tuCked down an enchanting drive, a magical residence rises from the forest! Surrounded by ma-jestic redwood trees, crisp morning light flows through twenty-foot windows creat-ing a cathedral-like sanctuary in the main living area. Private master suite with natu-ral rock shower. Two bedrooms are located up a sweeping spiral staircase. Office nook overlooking the forest. Downstairs holds a wine cellar. (23180) $924,000

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. (23015) $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

CuStom-buiLt and Situated at the toP oF hiLLS ranCh subdivision, 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

Prime CommerCiaL ProPerty located on the northwest curve of thenewly constructed roundabout on North Highway 1 in Fort Bragg, California. High visibility with ease of access. Both buildings are cur-rently occupied with longstanding tenants. Access from both Highway 1and Old Coast Highway to the west makes this a unique commercial property with lots of potential (23137) $589,000

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67-ACRE FOREST HIDEAWAY Modern, well-equipped home with lots of light. Large outbuildings. Great ridgetop views. Timber.Reduced to $879,000

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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 the deck or through the large front room/dining room windows, mak-ing 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 Reduced to $110,000

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Friendly, caring staff serves three deli-cious home-style meals a day with accommodation for dietary needs. An on-site licensed nurse, emergency call system, and 24-hour assistance provide peace of mind and security. Transportation to and from appointments is included. Individualized attention is given based on a complete personal assessment. Companionship with peers and stimulating activities both on- and off-site help residents live life to the full-est. All this is surprisingly affordable, and there is no community fee or security deposit required!

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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) $69,000

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) $204,900

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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FreSHly PainteD Colonial home in one of Fort Bragg’s best neighborhoods. Superb floor plan in a sunny location sur-rounded by lush forest.(23109) $325,000Unlike 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) $438,500

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) $250,000

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Ongoing, 2012Mondays—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 Community Cen-ter, 300 South Lincoln Street, Fort Bragg; $6 at the door.

Wednesdays—Mendocino Figure Drawing Col-lective, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mendocino Art Center Professional models; $10 model fee. No instruction or critique. All welcome from begin-ner to professional. Call MAC Open Studios for more information; 937-5818, extension 10.

Thursdays—Support group for grandparents 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 pro-vided; 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.), 490 North Harold Street; 964-0443.

Fridays—Noyo Food Forest learning garden hands-on experiences, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Fort Bragg High School; 964-0218.

Fridays—Swing Dancing, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Caspar Inn; Free and open to the public.

Saturdays—Noyo Food Forest community gar-den, 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; grow food for the Food Bank; Mendocino Community Garden 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 Work-shops, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., 307 East Redwood Avenue, Fort Bragg; $5 at the door; 964-7525; so-cial dances of rural Ireland, Irish sets are danced by four couples in a square formation, to lively reels, jigs, polkas, slides, and hornpipes; the fig-ures are not difficult, though the dance is fast-paced; musicians familiar with Irish music are invited to come and play; “drop-in” basis; new-comers always welcome, no partner necessary; please wear clean, soft-soled shoes.

First Saturdays—SHARE (Simply Happy About Raw Eating) network’s Raw Food Potluck, 6:00 p.m.; bring an organic, raw vegan dish for eight people to share, a plate, eating 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 wel-come. 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 Breakfasts: 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), homemade berry syrup; three miles up Navarro Ridge Road, just south of Albion village.

Fourth Sunday—Breakfast in Caspar, featur-ing local, organic and gourmet food, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Caspar Community Center, 15051 Caspar Road; menu varies with the seasons; book sale takes place in conjunction; call 964-4997 for more information or visit casparcommons.org for monthly menu.

January, 2012Fri 01/27Mendocino Stories and Music Series The Groovinators consists of a core trio featuring Earl Oliver on guitar and vocals; drummer, Tom Rickard, a veteran jazz player; and stand-up bassist, John Smith. The trio plays a potent combination of original and tra-ditional blues, jazz, and swing rendered into their own inimitable style. Sliding scale $10–$15 as you can afford. Bistro menu with crab specials and full bar. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.7:30 p.m. Mendocino HotelFor more information, contact Pattie at 937-1732 or www.mendocinostories.com/events.html

Sat. 01/28Mendocino Stories and Music SeriesSalsa band PURA VIDA (PURE LIFE!) is Mendocino County’s original Latin inspired dance band. This is an all-ages dance party with music from Cuba, Bra-zil, Spain, and beyond. Join Mendocino residents and PURA VIDA founders Jorge Gomez and percussion-ist and singer Margi Gomez. More than a salsa band, PURA VIDA relies on master percussionist Amunka Davila for authentic interpretations of a wide variety of Afro-Caribbean rhythms.Sliding scale $10–$15. Bistro menu and libations are available as soon as the doors open at 6:30 p.m.Music starts at 7:30 p.m.Hill House of Mendocino

February, 2012Sat. 02/04Ukiah Downtown Lantern FestivalCome and gather the family for downtown Ukiah’s new-est event, This small fun event will have food from the City of 10,000 Buddhas, Chinese lantern fund-raising, drums, a parade dragon, and much more. Come down-town for the Farmer’s Market that morning and stroll into music and fun to help celebrate the Year of the Dragon on School Street. This will be one event you won’t want to miss. Downtown Ukiah shops and res-taurants will be open for their Saturday hours so walk around after the parade to enjoy all the quaint stores in downtown Ukiah...also drop in to welcome some of our new additions including Tango and Plush! You are sure to find that perfect “just because” gift for that special person anywhere you please in downtown Ukiah—stop by and see what the fun is after your trip to the Ukiah Saturday Farmer’s Market! School Street1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.More information at http://www.ukiahmainstreet programorg/details.asp?id=16891&subarea=Home

Sat. 02/04Mendocino Stories and Music Series Mendocino Stories and Music Series proudly presents a benefit event for Mendocino Unified School Enrich-ment (MUSE), dedicated to long-time supporter, Peggy Merrill. The evening will showcase student programs that have flourished because of MUSE. Special guest guitarist Alex de Grassi will perform. Mark Oatney, K-8 art teacher, will display fourteen student art pieces available as silent auction items. Photos are at Men-docino Stories Facebook page. Improv comedy, featur-ing high school improv club members coached by Doug Nunn, and choral presentations by Kim Bratton’s MHS Chamber Singers will start out the evening’s entertain-ment. As a bonus highlight to the evening, Alex de Grassi will be performing his New York Guitar Festival (2010) commissioned solo guitar score for Chaplin’s classic black and white skating film THE RINK (1916). Chaplin plays a love struck waiter with a passion for skating—Alex plays guitar. All ages welcome!Advance tickets will be available at Out of this World in Mendocino, Cheshire Books in Fort Bragg, and by calling 937-1732. $20 in advance, $25 at the door and special Patron tickets for $75. Discounted prices for students and their families at the door.Art auction viewing begins at 6:30 p.m.; performances at 7:30 p.m.Crown Hall in MendocinoFor more information call Pattie at 937-1732 or email [email protected]

Sat. 02/04Recipes for a Song Cookbook Party and Silent AuctionThe Mendocino Womens Choir will host a cookbook party tasting, silent auction/fund-raiser. Proceeds from

the auction will help sponsor scholarships for the Men-docino Womens Choir London Pre-Olympics Concert Tour in June. (The Mendocino Womens Choir is a 501 c (3) nonprofit organization.) Choir members will per-form throughout the event. Join us for an afternoon of fun, delicious food, and song. Valentine’s Day is coming up. You’re sure to find wonderful gift possibilities in the silent auction: original art works, services, gift baskets, furnishings, healing treatments, gift certificates, jew-elry, and many other items.Admission is $10, which includes sweet and savory tastes from our new cookbook, Recipes for a Song, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, corner of Fir and Franklin, Fort BraggCall 964-3752 for more information; www.mendocinowomenschoir.org

Sat. 02/11San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade and Community Street FairNamed one of the top ten parades in the world by the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA), the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco is one of the grandest night illuminated parades in the country. Started in the 1860s by the Chinese in San Francisco as a means to educate the community about their culture, the parade and festi-val have grown to be the largest celebration of Asian culture outside of Asia. Parade highlights include elab-orate floats, lion dancers, folk dancers, costumed el-ementary school groups, marching bands, stilt walkers, Chinese acrobats, and a 250-foot-long Golden Dragon (“Gum Lung.”) Note: Parade will also be televised live on KTVU Fox 2 and KTSF 26 (Chinese broadcast) 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.mMarket and Second to Kearny and JacksonBleacher Tickets available: (415) 986-1370; (415) 982-3000—$30

Sat. 02/11–Sun. 02/12San Francisco Chinese New Year Community Street FairImmerse yourself in the sights and sounds of San Francisco’s exhilarating Chinatown during one of the community’s most exciting times of the year. Enjoy traditional dance and music from throughout Asia and experience ancient and modern Chinese arts such as calligraphy, kite making and acrobatics.Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Grant Avenue from California to Broadway Street. Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Pacific Avenue from Kear-ny to Stockton Street, Washington and Jackson streets from Kearny to Stockton Street.More information: www.chineseparade.com

Sat. 02/18Nightclub NightMendocino Stories and Music Series presents Night Club Night with the Braet and Brown Duo. Make this your Date Night. Bring your partner some flowers and come on down for fine dining and cool jazz. 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 Orleans native, has a master’s degree 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, saxophones and flute playing that delighted audiences at Ledford House for many years Everyone is welcome, whether to dine, dance or just to listen. Full bar. $10 - $15 at the door. Music starts at 7:30 p.m.Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a dinner prepared by Executive Chef, Robert. Hill House, MendocinoMore information: 707-937-1732 or www.mendocinostories.com/events.html

Sat. 02/18A Mid-Winter’s Night English Dance BallLive music provided by The Duck’s Point Players. Dances led by Lea Smith. All dances taught and called, No partner or previous experience necessary. Enjoy the popular dances of Merry Old England from the Renais-sance to the Modern Era. Formal, fancy, or festive at-tire admired, but not required. Potluck refreshments shared at the break. No child care available; young children must be supervised. A portion of the proceeds will go to support the Willits Center for the Arts.$10 at the door, 16 and under Free7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. (lesson at 7:15 p.m.)Willits Center for the Arts, 71 East Commercial Street,

WillitsInformation at (707) 459-6152

Sat. 02/25Mendocino Stories and Music Series Mendocino Stories and Music Series presents Blue Dudes Band. “Steeped in the depths of God’s coun-try, those Dudes are rubbed (like a good tri-tip) with ingredients to bring out the best.” Tasty guitar licks, fat bass lines, soulful harp, and deep groove drums make their music irresistible and delectable. The Blue Dudes Band second CD “Home To You,” a mix of cov-ers and originals just released, is getting rave reviews and is being played locally on the radio. Entertaining you with their own magical personality are bass player Nat Montoya, guitar player David Jonason, keyboard player Doug Smith and drummer Claudia Paige. All instrumental Blue Dudes Band plays Rock, Swampy Blues, eclectic Jazz and Americana songs with a bit of World music in the mix. So get them dancing shoes out and get ready for some swampy funky blues. All ages welcome. $10–$15 at the doorDoors open at 6:30 p.m. with a dinner menu and full bar. Music starts at 7:30 p.m.Hill House, Mendocinohttp://bluedudesband.com/Welcome.html; More information: 707-937-1732 or www.mendocinostories.com/events.html

May, 2012Sat. 05/26–Mon. 05/28Open Studio TourAnderson Valley artists prepare for Open Studio Tour Memorial Day weekend. Anderson Valley artists open their studios to the public. Mediums include ceramic, jewelry, photography, furniture, sculpture, painting, collage and mixed media.11:00 a.m. to 5;00 pm.Along scenic Highway 128 through Anderson Valley in Mendocino County, CaliforniaMaps available at Rookie-Too Gallery and other local businesses in Boonville, and at http://www.andersonvalley-artguildorg/ (707) 895-3053; E-MAIL: [email protected]

TOTAL RAINFALL*

for theMENDOCINO COAST

Total Rainfall 1993–1994 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.67”Total Rainfall 1994–1995 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.32”Total Rainfall 1995–1996 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.23”Total Rainfall 1996–1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.36”Total Rainfall 1997–1998 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73.33”Total Rainfall 1998–1999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.40”Total Rainfall 1999–2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.13”Total Rainfall 2000–2001 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.18”Total Rainfall 2001–2002 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43.40”Total Rainfall 2002–2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.00”Total Rainfall 2003–2004 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.41”Total Rainfall 2004–2005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.79”Total Rainfall 2005–2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.18"Total Rainfall 2006–2007 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.20"Total Rainfall 2007–2008 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32.59"Total Rainfall 2008–2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.17" Total Rainfall 2009–2010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.89" Total Rainfall 2010–2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.75”

Total Rainfall 2011–2012

To Date 16.37”Total Rainfall

December 28, 2011 to January 25, 2012

6.90”This rainfall data was gathered at

Mendocino City Community Services District

*Total rainfall is measured from July 1 of the preceding year to June 30 of the current year.

David Coddington, Broker/Owner 937.3223 • Allen Petersen, Broker Assoc. 964.4400 • Melanie (Sis) Burdick, Broker Associate 937.3276 Tracey Coddington, Realtor/Owner 937.5071 • Mary Cesario Weaver, Realtor 961.0937 • Bobby Burdick, Realtor 937.3176 • Sue Shabazz, Realtor 937.5071 • Patrice Ka’ohi, Realtor 217.1903


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$48,000 2bd/1ba Manufactured home in adult park MLS#23110

$79,500 1bd/1ba Your own cabin in Caspar park MLS#23062

$110,000 2bd/1ba Fort Bragg condo MLS#23044

$110,000 Little bungalow priced to sell, Fort Bragg MLS#23166

$129,000 2bd/2ba Manufactured home at The Woods MLS#23131

$159,000 1bd/1ba Unfinished house in Caspar MLS#23003

$179,000 3bd/2ba Custom manufactured home in sr. park MLS#23163

$197,500 3bd/2ba Home in Fort Bragg MLS#23004

$220,000 2bd/1ba On 0.5 acre, Fort Bragg MLS#22642

$339,000 2bd/1ba Cheery cottage on 3 acres MLS#23142

$349,000 1bd/1ba Home and studio, Mendocino MLS#23071

$359,000 2bd/1.75ba Overlooking Elk Beach MLS#23055

$359,000 Hidden delight! 2bd/2ba on 3 acres, Mendocino MLS#22880

$380,000 2bd/1ba Sherwood Road cutie MLS#22879

$390,000 2bd/2ba Ocean view, Fort Bragg MLS#23028

$391,000 4bd/3ba Spacious home, Fort Bragg MLS#22805

$405,000 3bd/2ba Walk the Pomo Bluffs from this home MLS#22937

$498,000 2bd/3.5ba Ocean view, 9+ acres, Point Arena MLS#19919

$519,000 4bd/2.5ba Close to Mendocino w/ ocean view MLS#23133

$555,000 2bd/2ba 1.7 acres in sunbelt, Fort Bragg MLS#22483

$569,000 1bd/1ba 13 park-like acres, pond, Mendocino MLS#22458

$565,000 1bd/1ba 4 acres, views, 2 homes, Mendocino MLS#22574

$595,000 3bd/2ba Beautiful home on 3 acres, Mendocino MLS#22728

$650,000 2bd/3ba Almost oceanfront, Fort Bragg MLS#22763

$695,000 3bd/1ba Craftsman-style home, Mendocino MLS#21916

$795,000 3bd/2ba Dream home: Ocean views, indoor pool MLS#23174

$949,000 3bd/2.5ba home on 25 acres, Westport MLS#22747

$979,000 2bd/1.75 ba 2 ocean view acres, Albion MLS#22902

$1,149,000 2bd/3ba Virtually oceanfront, Navarro Beach MLS#23049

$565,000 1bd/1ba 4 acres, views, 2 homes, Mendocino MLS#22574

$1,295,000 3bd/2.5ba Residential/Commercial, Mendocino MLS#22424

$99,000 0.1 acre on Main Street, Fort Bragg MLS#22621

$195,000 0.17 acre on Main Street, Fort Bragg MLS#22622

$200,000 Building w/off-street parking on Franklin St., F.B. MLS#22980

$449,000 Convenient location, 2-story prof office bldg, FB MLS#23082

$600,000 Main Street restaurant, Fort Bragg MLS#22627

$1,295,000 Main Street Commercial; Residence/gardens in back,

Mendocino MLS#22421

$1,400,000 Main Street/Laurel corner location, Fort Bragg MLS#21565

$1,450,000 1 Commercial block on Lansing St., Mendocino MLS#20569

$139,000 Residential lot in Manchester with view MLS#22704

$149,000 Parcel 1, wooded acre with well, Cleone MLS#21224

$239,900 1 acre in Surfwood with view MLS#22671

$275,000 2.93 acres, 3 miles north of Fort Bragg MLS#22928

$275,000 1.11 acres with ocean and Navarro River views MLS#22929

$295,000 Residential lot in Hills Ranch, Mendocino MLS#22720

$339,000 160 acres inland from Westport MLS#21961

$449,000 30 acres with permit for 3bd/2ba home, Caspar MLS#22521

$569,000 1bd/1ba 13 park-like acres, pond, Mendocino MLS#22458

$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

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CHEERY COTTAGE SITS BACK ON THREE-ACRE PARCEL. With central heat, woodstove, and propane wall unit in this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home, you can sit warm and cozy while building your dream home. Five-bedroom septic system installed for eventual, larger homestead. Great forest set-ting, private pond, lots of wildlife, with sunny deck, and southern exposure. A relaxing backdrop for daily life, but still just a two-minute drive to Mendocino. (23142) $339,000

CUSTOM HOME IN SENIOR PARK. Beautiful, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, manufactured home is bright and airy with vaulted-ceilings, clearstory, and skylights. Large living space in center has master suite with walk-in closet on one end and other bedrooms on opposite. Exquisite, custom, built-in cabinetry including a Murphy bed in third bedroom/office. Furniture is negotiable, too! Come see the benefits of living at “The Woods”. (23163) $179,000

IMMACULATE HOME IN PARK-LIKE SETTING. This 4 bed-room, 2.5 bath home is move-in ready with two fireplaces as well as oil heat. Storage shed with water/electricity and laundry is right outside the door. Four telephone lines, DSL, and added Dish will provide complete access for any “te-chie”. Walking distance to Mendocino. Ocean view and your own pond round out this ideal scene. (23133) $519,000

CLIMB EVERY MOUNTAIN, FORGE EVERY STREAM. 160 beautiful valley and mountaintop acres outside of Branscomb. Several springs, great views, nice creek, and lots of possibilities. 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

IMMACULATE HOME. Well-built and maintained, 3 bed-room, 2 bath home on 3.27 private acres with lots of redwoods. Home has quality craftsmanship and features beautiful redwood interior, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, skylights, and lots of windows. Newer appliances, freshly painted inside, outside newly stained, new tile installed, and new flu and stove pipe for wood stove. Conveniently located within walking distance of Mendocino K-8 schools and village. (22728) $549,000

COMMERCIAL SETTING ON MAIN STREET WITH ASTOUNDING WATER VIEWS. Great mix of commercial in front, residential in the back, separated by an abundant garden in the middle. Three-story, commercial setting on Main Street in Mendocino with views of the Pacific and Big River Bay. The two-story, 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence in back on Albion Street is an artistic delight with many innovative designs, and an attached garage. A perfect combination! (22424) $1,295,000

DREAM HOME IN ELK Twenty-eight acres of ridge-top property in Elk in the sunbelt. Custom redwood, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with expansive ocean views and seclusion at end of gated, paved drive. Includes indoor pool, radiant heat, two fireplaces, in-law unit, several greenhouses, two-car garage/workshop, barn, fenced pastures, fruit trees, and garden area. This one has it all! (23174) $795,000

TRUE “FIXER” LOADED WITH PROVERBIAL POTENTIAL. This 1 bedroom, 1 bath structure is basically a shell waiting to be completed to your specifications. Large bedroom loft overlooks spacious living room/kitchen area. Needs some sheet rock, plumbing, and electrical upgrades. Great open-floor plan needs your inspiration and discerning eye. Price just reduced! (23003) $159,000

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available to them, traditional as well as alternative. The addition of having Dr. Jose Issac teaching Classical Homeopathy in our midst adds one more choice for maintaining a healthful, vibrant life. Having a world-renowned doctor verifying prescriptions not only affords confidence to the practitioners, but to their patients as well. Dr. Jose sees as many cases as he can when he is here teaching. He will return to Mendocino from April 4 until April 18, 2012. An appointment can be made with him by calling Cassandra or Shelly. Student-homeopaths who take patients are listed below. See www.eastwesthomeopathy.com for dates and more information. REM

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QUADRIpLEGIC NOW TAKES NO pHARMACEUTICALS — HOpES TO WALK UNASSISTED WITHIN THE NEXT TWO yEARS

Tim O’Flaherty shattered his fourth vertebrae in a horrible fall eight years ago and became completely paralyzed from the neck down. Afterward, he was in a lot of pain and was taking, as he says, a “mountain of pharmaceuticals” and experiencing a lot of unpleasant side effects from the many fistfuls of pills he took every day. He was referred to Cassie, who worked homeopathically at first to target connective tissue for a hip replacement he'd recently had before the fall, that kept going out —“and it worked.” After a short time on homeopathic medicine, Tim was able to reduce the number of pharmaceuticals he was on. Feeling encouraged by this progress and by a personal appointment with Dr. Jose when he came to Mendocino, Tim accepted an invitation from Dr. Jose to come to his guesthouse in Kerala overlooking the Arabian Sea, for five weeks. Incredibly, Tim got to India completely on his own. While living in Kerala, Tim was able to stop taking all other medications. He says it’s so peaceful at the Issac private clinic that there are no distractions from healing and he doesn’t need anything more than the homeopathic remedies he takes there. He also met another doctor in Kerala who does stem cell therapy. Dr. P.S. John offered to allow Tim to be part of an experimental project. With stem cells mined from his own bone marrow, injections were administered into his system to help rebuild damaged nerves and tissues. So far, he has had three injections. Dr. Jose is very impressed with the outcome of the injections and hopes to work with this physician on future cases. The time spent with Dr. Jose, along with the stem cell injections, has been so beneficial that Tim will continue the experiment until the twelve prescribed injections have been administered, and will continue working homeopathically as well with Dr. Jose and Cassie.

Tim says that hand-in-hand homeopathic and stem cell treatments have greatly reduced the spasticity that he felt imprisoned him in his body for years. At UCSF Medical Center, he is considered the “poster boy” for spinal cord injuries. Physicians, nurses and physical therapists there are amazed at the improvements in his mobility and strength. He hopes to be able to walk without his walker within the next two years. He says, “I am a total believer. Spasms and tightness are relieved, my hands have unclenched and, slowly, this is healing. It’s far beyond anyone’s predictions. I still have a long way to go, but I've come a long way.”

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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

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