Rumors

By Neil Simon | Directed by Lucas Near Verbrugghe 

It’s the 10th anniversary party for the Deputy Mayor of New York City.  But when the guests arrive to find the host incapacitated, his wife missing, and the staff gone, the night spirals into a hilarious web of impossible lies.  Watch what happens when eight friends scramble to protect their host’s reputation—and desperately try to save their own.  

Performances March 5th-15th, 2026 in the Mendocino College Center Theatre
Thursday, March 5th • 7:30 PM • (pay-what-you-wish Preview)
Friday, March 6th • 7:30 PM (Gala Opening Night, food and wine included in ticket price!)
Saturday, March 7th • 7:30 PM 
Thursday, March 12th • 7:30 PM (special discount show, all tickets $10)
Friday, March 13th • 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 14th • 7:30 PM
Sunday, March 15th • 2 PM (matinee performance)

TICKETS
All tickets are $20 for general admission, $15 students and seniors.  Advance tickets are available at the Mendocino Book Company (cash only) in Ukiah, and online at www.ArtsMendocino.org two weeks before performances begin.

Join the Mendocino College Pride Program for our weekly Pride Social!

Happening *every Tuesday throughout the semester from 4:00–5:00 PM in the Student Activities Game Room (Room 780 in Lowery).

Come enjoy light snacks, learn about valuable resources, and connect with fellow students in a relaxed and supportive space. All LGBTQ+ students and allies are welcome.

*Note that Pride Social will not be meeting on March 31st due to Spring Break.

Mendocino College is proud to host their annual Latino Student Retreat on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Ukiah Campus. Over 300 high school students, counselors, and teachers from Mendocino and Lake counties will join in a half-day event of valuable information and resources to prepare our community's students for a successful start in their college careers. 

The Mendocino College invites high school and college students from Mendocino and Lake counties to join our annual career networking fair on Thursday, March 19th, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm at the Ukiah Campus. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore various career paths and network with local employers from Mendocino and Lake Counties.

Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to connect with potential employers and shape your future!

The Mendocino College Gallery presents: 

Don’t Disturb This Groove: Cal Poly Humboldt Painters

Featuring: Gina Tuzzi, Eliseo Casiano, and select student artwork

Opening Reception on Thursday, February 19th, 4:30-6:30 pm

The Mendocino College Gallery presents Don’t Disturb This Groove, a group exhibition honoring the vibrant and ever-unfolding tradition of painting at Cal Poly Humboldt. The title is borrowed from the lyrics of a beloved song that holds particular meaning within the Painting Lab where professors Eliseo Casiano and Gina Tuzzi teach. Etched above the doorframe, Don’t Disturb This Groove greets every student who enters the studio, serving as a reminder to protect the creative flow, trust the process, and honor the shared spirit of making.

This exhibition features new and recent works by Eliseo Casiano and Gina Tuzzi, alongside Cal Poly Humboldt wood shop technician Jim Woodhead and nine distinguished painting alumni representing the past fifteen years. Each alumnus studied closely with the two professors, forging deep creative bonds that continue to resonate through their current practices.

Together, these artists celebrate enduring relationships, the layered legacy of painting within the department, and a shared love of the Humboldt landscape with its winding rivers and the mighty trees that stand as steadfast guardians of the region.

Across the exhibition, visitors will encounter a constellation of shared artistic sensibilities: radiant explorations of color, expressions of beauty, expansive interpretations of landscape, and works rooted in culture and ritual.

Don’t Disturb This Groove invites audiences into a multigenerational conversation shaped by mentorship, place, and a collective reverence for the transformative possibilities of painting.

Regular Gallery Hours:  

• Tuesdays: 12:30 - 3:30 PM
• Wednesdays: 10:30 - 12:30 PM
• Thursdays: 12:30 - 3:30 PM
• and by appointment 

The gallery is also open for most performances in the Center Theater.

*Artwork featured above by Eliseo Casiano & Gina Tuzzi

The Mendocino College Art Gallery, housed in the Center for Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA), celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2020. Since its inception in 1995, the gallery has made a significant contribution to the cultural life of Mendocino County, presenting more than 100 exhibitions during this time. Celebrating regional, national, and international artists as well as MC students, the gallery stays true to its educational role and provides students with an opportunity to learn firsthand about gallery management, exhibition design, and installation practices.

Thinking About Sonoma State? Stop by and Chat with a Rep

If Sonoma State University is on your transfer radar—or even if you're just curious—this is a great chance to learn more. Cassandra Garcia, SSU’s transfer representative, will be on campus to answer questions and share info about admissions, majors, campus life, and more.

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Lowery Student Center, Ukiah Campus

No appointment needed! Just stop by the table, grab some materials, and get your questions answered. Whether you're planning to transfer soon or just exploring options, this is a great place to start.

Thinking About Sonoma State? Stop by and Chat with a Rep

If Sonoma State University is on your transfer radar—or even if you're just curious—this is a great chance to learn more. Cassandra Garcia, SSU’s transfer representative, will be on campus to answer questions and share info about admissions, majors, campus life, and more.

Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Lowery Student Center, Ukiah Campus

No appointment needed! Just stop by the table, grab some materials, and get your questions answered. Whether you're planning to transfer soon or just exploring options, this is a great place to start.

Can't make it to this event? Don't worry, you can still catch a Sonoma State rep at the Mendocino College Ukiah campus on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Thinking About Sonoma State? Stop by and Chat with a Rep

If Sonoma State University is on your transfer radar—or even if you're just curious—this is a great chance to learn more. Cassandra Garcia, SSU’s transfer representative, will be on campus to answer questions and share info about admissions, majors, campus life, and more.

Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Lowery Student Center, Ukiah Campus

No appointment needed! Just stop by the table, grab some materials, and get your questions answered. Whether you're planning to transfer soon or just exploring options, this is a great place to start.

Can't make it to this event? Never fear, Sonoma State will be tabling at the Mendocino College Ukiah campus on the following dates:

• Tuesday, April 14, 2026
• Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Thinking About Sonoma State? Stop by and Chat with a Rep

If Sonoma State University is on your transfer radar—or even if you're just curious—this is a great chance to learn more. Cassandra Garcia, SSU’s transfer representative, will be on campus to answer questions and share info about admissions, majors, campus life, and more.

Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Lowery Student Center, Ukiah Campus

No appointment needed! Just stop by the table, grab some materials, and get your questions answered. Whether you're planning to transfer soon or just exploring options, this is a great place to start.

Can't make it to this event? Never fear, Sonoma State will be tabling at the Mendocino College Ukiah campus on the following dates:

• Tuesday, March 24, 2026
• Tuesday, April 14, 2026
• Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Native Now: K’edi Wadim Closing Ceremony

Friday, February 6, 2026 | 3–6 PM

Join us for the closing ceremony of Native Now: K’edi Wadim, an exhibition celebrating the creativity and resilience of contemporary Native artists. “K’edi Wadim” means “Walk Well” in the Northern Pomo dialect, reflecting the show’s focus on cultural continuity, artistry, and presence.

The closing event will include a blessing, song, dance, and food, as well as remarks from the exhibit jurors, who will also share the Land Acknowledgement. Artists featured in the exhibition will be in attendance to speak about their work and the cultural traditions represented in their pieces.

This celebration offers an opportunity to experience the diverse range of artwork showcased in the exhibition, including drawing, painting, photography, regalia, beadwork, weaving, and basketry. The event offers a meaningful space to honor Indigenous perspectives through art, community, and shared cultural expression.

Native Now: K’edi Wadim is currently open at The Gallery at Mendocino College through February 6, 2026.

Regular Gallery Hours:  

• Tuesdays: 12:30 - 3:30 PM
• Wednesdays: 10:30 - 12:30 PM
• Thursdays: 12:30 - 3:30 PM
• and by appointment 

The gallery is also open for most performances in the Center Theater.

*Artwork featured above: Waawiyaatanong ᔭ ᔨ ᔮ ᑖ ᓄᓐ ᒃ  by Hadassa Greensky.