Upcoming Events
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January Events
Retrospective
Drew Fagan
Opening Friday, January 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Burnett Gallery
Gualala Arts will host a special fundraising exhibition, Paintings for the ICO, featuring a retropspective of 20 oil and acrylic works by fine artist, Drew Fagan. All net proceeds will be donated to the non-profit, Independent Coast Observer Community News, Inc
Avatar: Fire and Ash – Cinema
ARENA THEATER, Point Arena:
Friday, Jan. 9, 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 11, 4 p.m.
Wed, Jan. 14, 7 p.m., Thurs Jan. 15, 7 p.m.
James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure with Marine turned Na’vi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Na’vi warrior Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the Sully family.
In the wake of the devastating war against the RDA and the loss of their eldest son, Jake Sully and Neytiri face a new threat on Pandora: the Ash People, a violent and power-hungry Na’vi tribe led by the ruthless Varang. Jake’s family must fight for their survival and the future of Pandora in a conflict that pushes them to their emotional and physical limits.
Forest Hike at The Farm 01.10
Saturday 01.10, from 2pm - 4pm
The Farm @ Sea Ranch
Traverse century-old logging roads through lush riparian zones, open rangelands with coastal views, and serene silvopasture. The 1.5-mile trail includes a 400-foot elevation gain — and a scenic descent back down.
Bring sturdy shoes and water for this rewarding trek through The Sea Ranch’s diverse landscapes! Note: Steep sections may be challenging for those with mobility issues. Due to safety considerations, dogs are not permitted.
The Met – I Puritani (Bellini) – New Production
January 10, 2026, 10 a.m.
Arena Theater, Point Arena
Run time: 211 minutes, 2 intermission
For gorgeous melody, spellbinding coloratura, and virtuoso vocal fireworks, I Puritani has few equals. On January 10, the first new Met production of Bellini’s final masterpiece in nearly 50 years—a striking staging by Charles Edwards, who makes his company directorial debut after many successes as a set designer—arrives in cinemas worldwide.
Gualala Arts Chamber Music Series
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Gualala Arts Center
This highly anticipated performance will feature distinguished artists from the San Francisco Symphony and San Francisco Opera, uniting some of the Bay Area’s most accomplished classical talents. With pianist Marc Shapiro at the helm, audiences can expect a program that blends virtuosic brilliance with expressive warmth—hallmarks of these iconic ensembles.
Locals Night 01.28
Jan 28, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sea Ranch Lodge: The Dining Room
The Lodge team is excited to celebrate our North Coast community with these convivial dinners. Join in on this monthly tradition!
Live Jazz 01.29
Thursday, 01.29, from 6pm-8pm
Sea Ranch Lodge
Sit back and relax with some light jazz and entertainment.. The Bar will be open for wine, beer, cocktails and light bites. Dinner reservations required for The Dining Room.
The Harder They Come - Music on Film Nite
Saturday, January 17, 7pm
Arena Theater, Point Arena
Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff stars as Ivan Martin, an aspiring singer hoping to make a name for himself. Robbed of his money and possessions, he finds work with a self-righteous preacher and an unscrupulous music mogul who exploits young hopefuls. In desperation, the simple country boy turns outlaw, at war with both the police and his rivals. Ivan’s dream of stardom soon becomes a reality as he rises to the top of both the pop charts…and the most-wanted list.
Life of Pi- National Theatre Live
Saturday, January 24, 1 p.m.
Doors: 12:30 p.m.
Arena Theater, Point Arena
uppetry, magic and storytelling combine in a unique, Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the best-selling novel.
After a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, a 16-year-old boy named Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Time is against them, nature is harsh, who will survive?
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