24 hours in Fort Bragg - October
Sometimes you just need the ocean breeze.
Sacramento’s got its charm, but sometimes you just need the ocean breeze and a killer seafood fix. So, we ditched the valley and hit the road to Fort Bragg for the ultimate day trip. First stop: Princess Seafood, because what’s a coastal adventure without fresh-off-the-boat chow? Picture this—sunshine bouncing off the water, crab rolls loaded with buttery perfection, and tacos made from fish so fresh you'll never eat anything that's been frozen again. It’s the kind of spot that makes you forget about the emails you ignored before leaving.
Walk it off.
Fort Bragg is serving major cozy coastal vibes, and after a killer seafood lunch in the harbor, time for a sweet little trek to Noyo Headlands Park. The ocean air hits different here—salty, crisp breezes bring just the right flush to cheeks. Walking off the meal, snapping pics of the rugged cliffs and wild waves crashing below, we'd wondered what took us so long to get here. Honestly, this stretch of the Mendocino coast is the ultimate vibe for a chill yet epic day out.
Coastal charm meets funky small-town energy.
Fort Bragg is the vibe you didn’t know you needed. Picture this: you walk through downtown, where coastal charm meets funky small-town energy. Then ducking into artsy boutiques and snagging locally made soaps that smell like ocean dreams, then popping into a retro bookstore that feels like a portal to another timeline. Street murals make every corner Instagram-worthy, and the faint scent of sea salt lingers in the air. Then pause for coffee at a café that roasts beans so fresh it feels like the barista just invented caffeine. Fort Bragg? 10/10 date spot.
Time to check yourself.
After hitting up the beach, devouring fish tacos by the harbor, and snapping a million pics of the rugged coastline—it’s finally time to chill. Pull up to the Noyo Harbor Inn, which is perfectly coastal cozy. Nestled right above the harbor, this place has that perfect mix of boutique charm and luxury. Check in, drop your bags, and step onto the balcony with a view is straight out of a movie: fishing boats bobbing in the twilight, seals barking in the distance, and the salty breeze doing its thing. Time to unwind, Fort Bragg style.
Wrap up the day
A full day of strolling through Fort Bragg’s shops and scoring everything from coastal candles to vintage flannels, it’s time to wind down the adventure with dinner at Overtime Brewery. The vibes are chill, with twinkly lights and locals swapping stories at the bar. You grab a table near the fire pit, order a flight of their craft brews (the hazy IPA slaps), and dive into French fries so good it feels like a hug after a long day. It’s the perfect spot to soak in that small-town charm before calling it a day on the beautiful NorCal coast.
Cyan Art Studio
Cyan Art Studio
Cyanotype prints, workshops, classes and open studios
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Sea to Table: An Exclusive Evening with Noyo Harbor’s Fishermen
Sea to Table: An Exclusive Evening with Noyo Harbor’s Fishermen
Sunday, November 17, 2024
Noyo Harbor Inn
Join us for the inaugural Noyo Harbor Sea to Table dinner, an exclusive event at Noyo Harbor Inn. This special evening offers rare, intimate access to three of our local fishermen and is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from those who know the ocean best. Your evening will start with urchin diver Grant Downie, who will crack live sea urchins as you sip your cocktail. Try a unique “uni shooter” as you talk with Grant about the fascinating world of urchin diving and the challenges of harvesting in today’s ocean climate.
For the main course, Captain Dan Platt, a seasoned fisherman of Noyo Harbor, will share stories of his life at sea and the dedication required to bring the freshest fish to your plate.
Also joining us will be Noyo Harbor District’s Harbormaster Anna Neumann with a unique perspective on the state of today’s fisheries and marinas.
This unforgettable evening will benefit the Noyo Harbor District and its mission of supporting and maintaining a viable and sustainable fishing community.
Call Noyo Harbor Inn at 707-961-8000 to make reservations. Tickets are $100 +gratuity and tax.
Well House West
Well House West
Well House West
311 N Franklin Street
Fort Bragg , CA 95437
707-964-2101
ROOM WITH A BREW
October is Craft Beer Month in Fort Bragg. It’s also your chance to have a few beers on the house when you book a room at participating hotels. Here’s how it works:
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Book a room at one of the hotels listed below using the online links and telephone numbers provided. Be sure to mention or use the promo code: BeerMonth. The only restrictions are you must book in the month of October for a stay no later than November 15, 2024.
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At check-in, you’ll receive two vouchers for two beers valid at any of the three incredible craft breweries located in downtown Fort Bragg. Vouchers must be redeemed no later than November 15, 2024.
PARTICIPATING HOTELS
To be eligible, be sure to use the Book A Room links or phone numbers below and mention the promotion or use the promo code: BeerMonth. You must book in the month of October for a stay no later than November 15, 2024.
The Beachcomber Motel
Call: 707-964-2402
10% OFF Weekends (Fri. – Sat. nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth10
20% OFF Weekdays (Sun. – Thurs nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth20
Direct bookings only.
Cannot be combined with other offers.
Noyo Harbor Inn
Call: 707-961-8000
15% OFF as part of promotion.
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth
Direct bookings only.
Cannot be combined with other offers.
Surf & Sand Lodge
Call: 707-964-9383
10% OFF Weekends (Fri. – Sat. nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth10
20% OFF Weekdays (Sun. – Thurs nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth20
Direct bookings only.
Cannot be combined with other offers.
The Beach House Inn
Call: 707-961-1700
10% OFF Weekends (Fri. – Sat. nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth10
20% OFF Weekdays (Sun. – Thurs nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth20
Direct bookings only.
Cannot be combined with other offers.
Harbor Light Lodge
Call: 707-964-0221
10% OFF Weekends (Fri. – Sat. nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth10
20% OFF Weekdays (Sun. – Thurs nights)
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth20
Direct bookings only.
Cannot be combined with other offers.
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf
Call: 707-964-6699
15% OFF as part of promotion.
Use Promo Code: BeerMonth
Direct bookings only.
Cannot be combined with other offers.
Fiesta Latina
Fiesta Latina
Sunday, September 22, 2024
2 to 6 PM
Bainbridge Park, E. Laurel Street
A celebration of Latino Heritage Month, Fiesta Latina features food trucks, traditional foods, live music, craft vendors and Kids Crafts Corner.
Test Calendar
Downtown First Fridays
Every Friday – Downtown Business District
Fort Bragg Farmer’s Market
Every Wednesday – Laurel & Franklin Streets
Nov.
29
Festival of Lights
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
Every Fri., Sat. & Sun. – Nov. 29 > Dec. 22
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 5, 2024 – Noon to 5 pm
C.V. Starr Community Center
Parents and Friends together with CV Starr Community Center proudly present Oktoberfest, featuring a who’s who of the region’s best breweries, wineries and distilleries. Formerly known as Beer, Bison & Bluegrass, Oktoberfest is a 21 and over event with live music, food, crafts, a cornhole tournament and silent auction. Tickets are $45 in advance, $60 at the door, and benefit Parents & Friends, Inc. and the C.V. Starr Community Center.
- Beer, wine & spirits
- Live music, food, and crafts
- Cornhole Tournament
- Must be 21 years or over
When: Saturday, October 5, 2024 – Noon to 5 pm
Where: C.V. Starr Community Center
CMR May
MAY 2024
KELP FEST MAY 18 – JUNE 16TH
The Kelp Recovery Program Demonstration Day was on May 26 at Big River, and the City of Fort Bragg shared information on the Noyo Harbor Blue Economy Visioning, Resiliency, and Implementation Plan and ways to get involved. We hope you can join us for our monthly Community Update meetings on the fourth Saturday of each month from 9-11 am at Town Hall.
Find a list of all events at www.northcoastkelpfest.org, including a free Walking Tour of Noyo Harbor beginning at 10 am on Saturday, June 15th from the high dock on the south side.
On May 25 at the Noyo Center Marine Field Station, UC Berkeley Professor and kelp taxonomist Kathy Ann Miller presented the life cycle and history of bull kelp. Several additional speakers were reporting on their findings from projects out of Caspar, Albion, and Big River and what the ecological, social, cultural, and economic implications of bull kelp loss are for us as a community.
PUBLIC WORKS UPDATES
The City Hall roof has kept the dedicated City Hall staff dry for many years. Still, after a hefty rainy season, the roof has begun to show major signs of wear and tear and will be undergoing a full re-roof in the summer months of 2024. The roof will undergo a full “tear-out” down to the decking and receive a new layer of torch-down material to ensure rigidity and proper weatherproofing. New scuppers will be installed, and existing drainage facilities will be assessed to ensure water is properly draining off of the roof. To adequately seal the parapet wall’s upper surface and protect the new roofing material from water intrusion, a full-cover stainless steel cap will be purchased and installed. This roofing project will be a great improvement to the City’s existing infrastructure and a much-needed enhancement to one of the City’s core facilities.
The Fort Bragg Fire Station plays a vital role in emergency preparedness for the City of Fort Bragg, and a major issue that has been affecting the Fort Bragg Fire Station for many years now is the heavily dilapidated roof. The Fire Station, located at 141 N. Main Street has long surpassed its serviceable life and requires a new roof. The roof currently collects water in various locations and has several leaks amidst the many that have been previously repaired with patches and seal coats over the years. The roof has five main sections all at different elevations, and all done with varying materials. The plan for the summer 2024 re-roof will be to perform a full tear-out on all five sections of the roof and torch down new layers of Modified Bitumen on the four flat sections. This will provide an incredibly sturdy, yet flexible finish, well suited for harsh weather. The remaining pitched section will be replaced like-for-like with 30-year shingles as per industry standards, and any exposed parapet wall will be sealed under a full-cover stainless steel cap. This project will be a considerable improvement to one of the City’s most critical facilities.
ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Tentatively scheduled, the slurry seal will be placed on Franklin Street from South Street to Spruce Street the week of June 10th. The work will be broken up over a period of two to four days. During the slurry seal, several blocks of roadway will be closed at a time (excluding intersections) throughout the duration of the material placement and remain closed to through traffic until dry. Final street striping and pavement marking will be completed the week of June 24th. Please coordinate alternative parking options and obey all No-Parking signage, as vehicles parked in violation of signage will be subject to towing.
COMPOST EVENT
The City of Fort Bragg planned a compost event for May 24 and May 25 which turned out to be a great success! Resources were exhausted by the end of the first day, and the City of Fort Bragg was able to get another truckload of compost delivered at 8:00 am on May 29th. This will be a self-serve event, so bring your buckets, shovels, and gloves to kick- start your summer garden, or stock up for the winter. We ask that people limit themselves to ½ yard so there is enough to go around.
We would like to thank C&S Waste Solutions for donating the compost for this event!
CITY EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
MEET Sarah Peters
Assistant Planner
We celebrate the dedication and hard work of our city employees, who tirelessly contribute behind the scenes. Their commitment is crucial to the city’s functioning, meriting our utmost appreciation and acknowledgment. This month, we look to the Community Development Department to select our May Employee Spotlight for their exceptional contributions.
Meet Sarah Peters, our celebrated Assistant Planner, who consistently demonstrates excellence in her role with unwavering dedication, embodying the core values of our community.
Sarah and her family moved to Fort Bragg from Sonoma during the late seventies. After college, she returned to Fort Bragg and has lived here ever since. She says, “Fort Bragg is a special community, and I enjoy interacting with the people here and helping in whatever way I can.”
Sarah joined the City in May 2021 as a temporary office assistant, marking a significant career shift from her previous managerial positions. She sought a fresh start during the pandemic and transitioned to a permanent role as an Administrative Assistant in the Community Development Department. In November 2022, Sarah was promoted to her current position as Assistant Planner.
Sarah enjoys the variety of tasks in CDD and never gets bored. There is so much to learn in planning. She also enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team and remarks, “The City team is amazing.”
CITY OF FORT BRAGG NEW HIRES
MAY IS AAPI HERTIAGE MONTH
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the City of Fort Bragg proudly recognizes the significant contributions and achievements of our diverse AAPI communities, which are integral to California’s rich cultural fabric. Vice Mayor Jason Godeke presented the proclamation to Ui Wesley from Xa Kako Dile and City Manager Isaac Whippy.
With over 6 million Californians of Asian or Pacific Islander descent, we stand united in honoring the varied heritage that has enriched our state and nation. The City of Fort Bragg honors their continuous hard work and contributions to our community.