AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Ukiah California. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:55:20 -0600 Come Celebrate! Events this holiday season include: A Taste of Redwood Valley - Holiday Wine Sale and Artisan Faire November 21st - 22nd A Taste... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/celebrate-the-holidays-in-mendocino-county-235598 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/celebrate-the-holidays-in-mendocino-county-235598 Arts and Entertainment Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Written by David Grapes and Todd Olson Directed by Patrick Kinyon Musical Director: David Cory Anderson From the team that created My Way, the... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/christmas-my-way-210201 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/christmas-my-way-210201 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:50:26 -0600 The reports of Swine Flu in California (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/albion/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-mendocino-county-227704 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/albion/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-mendocino-county-227704 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Ukiah, CA---With community support the Buddy Eller Shelter raised $310 on September 15, 2009.  Downtown merchants along with Ukiah Main Street... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/local-ladies-dance-to-live-music-in-support-of-the-buddy-eller-shelter-225493 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/local-ladies-dance-to-live-music-in-support-of-the-buddy-eller-shelter-225493 Clubs and Organizations Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 UKIAH, CA---On July 15th, 2009 Downtown Merchants decorated their windows in the spirit of Pumpkinfest goes Hollywood.  Many merchants put on... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/goolish-hands-win-contest-pumpkinfest-window-decorating-2009-224394 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/goolish-hands-win-contest-pumpkinfest-window-decorating-2009-224394 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Mendocino County, CA area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Mendocino... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/albion/news/mendocino-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-mendocino-county-221015 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/albion/news/mendocino-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-mendocino-county-221015 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:37 -0500 Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Mendocino County California area. When there’s a crisp snap in the... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/albion/news/mendocino-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-mendocino-county-221650 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/albion/news/mendocino-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-mendocino-county-221650 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:19 -0500 This year's Day of the Dead Celebration in Mendocino County holds something for everyone: altars, artist studio tours, authentic Mexican food, Salsa... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/celebrate-day-of-the-dead-in-mendocino-county-220154 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/celebrate-day-of-the-dead-in-mendocino-county-220154 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Ukiah, CA - What goes up must come down. Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Don’t take candy from strangers. Chew your food before... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/local-ladies-continue-to-take-advantage-of-what-downtown-has-to-offer-219752 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/local-ladies-continue-to-take-advantage-of-what-downtown-has-to-offer-219752 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Every fall in Northern California's Mendocino County, something magical happens when it rains - delicious, delectable mushrooms appear. From October... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/mendocino-county-wine-and-mushroom-festival-2009-217828 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/mendocino-county-wine-and-mushroom-festival-2009-217828 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Climb aboard the Howard Foundation's "Wine and Mushroom Train" featuring the legendary Skunk Train. Depart from the Willits station and... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/frank-r-howard-foundation-wine-and-mushroom-train-with-celebrity-chef-jack-czarnecki-217831 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/frank-r-howard-foundation-wine-and-mushroom-train-with-celebrity-chef-jack-czarnecki-217831 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn maze and it's a... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/sacramento/news/find-california-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-california-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217110 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/sacramento/news/find-california-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-california-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217110 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Ukiah, Ca –  On September 17, 2009 Downtown Ukiah merchants collaborated once again to raise much needed funds for the... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/historic-downtown-merchants-raise-much-needed-funds-in-style-215726 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/historic-downtown-merchants-raise-much-needed-funds-in-style-215726 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Ukiah, CA - Some things shouldn't be done alone: Tandem bicycling Tea for two-ing Double date-ing and most importantly...shopping. Downtown... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/some-things-shouldn-t-be-done-alone-girls-night-out-214327 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/some-things-shouldn-t-be-done-alone-girls-night-out-214327 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Mendocino County Unveils New Comprehensive Official Visitors Guide First-Ever Guide Details All Activities, Attractions, Events, Destinations in One... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/get-the-brand-new-mendocino-county-visitors-guide-213410 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/get-the-brand-new-mendocino-county-visitors-guide-213410 Clubs and Organizations Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The Ukiah-based roller derby team, Mendo Mayhem, is actively recruiting new skaters, refs, and scorekeepers.  Come see what roller derby is all... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/mendo-mayhem-recruiting-skaters-211240 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/mendo-mayhem-recruiting-skaters-211240 Sports and Recreation Sat, 05 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Discover America's Greenest Wine Region: Mendocino County The 2009 Grape Harvest has Begun! Mendocino County's authentic "green"... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/the-mendocino-county-grape-harvest-has-arrived-210208 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/the-mendocino-county-grape-harvest-has-arrived-210208 Arts and Entertainment Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Ukiah, CA - On August 20, 2009, chalk art decorated the sidewalks of Historic Downtown Ukiah and balloons donated by Bob Mirata lined the streets.... http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/historic-downtown-ukiah-merchants-did-it-again-209148 http://www.americantowns.com/ca/ukiah/news/historic-downtown-ukiah-merchants-did-it-again-209148 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S. For most of us, the rain that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water bodies like... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that environmental non-profits have been hit hard by the economic downturn, and has this had an impact on their... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: As I understand it, hair salons are pretty toxic enterprises on many counts. Are there any efforts underway to green up that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I recently had a tissue mineral analysis indicating that my levels of the nutritional element, molybdenum, were off the chart. ... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600