The Community of Rio Nido

Charley’s Aunt through March 27 at the Rio Nido Lodge

Pegasus Theater Company is launching its 2011 Season with one of the most popular and entertaining shows of all time: Charley’s Aunt, written by Brandon Thomas and directed by Beulah Vega. The play will run five weekends, February 25 through March 27, at the Rio Nido Lodge.
When Charley’s Aunt first opened in England over 100 years ago, it broke all box office records and since then it has become a classic and a favorite of audiences worldwide.
Visit their website for ticket information or reservations.

Friends of Rio Nido Board Applications Due Feb 25

If you are interested in submitting an application to run as a Board member of the Friends of Rio Nido (Bylaws here), fill out the attached application here and email it to John or Kim. Applications are due by February 25th!

The names of applicants with their candidate statements will be sent around to the entire Rio Nido distribution list for consideration. Voting by registered FRN members of board members will be held in accordance with our bylaws, and will take place in the March FRN meeting. (No personal candidate email, address or phone information will be distributed.) A reminder, to become a registered FRN member, and if you are a RN resident, or a RN property or business owner, email the following information to Kim:

Name
Street Address
Mailing Address
Phone number
Would you like to be a member of the Friends of Rio Nido (FRN)? (Y/N)

Photo Credit: James H. Doolittle Scrapbooks from public.resource.org, Flicker.com.

Chili Cook-Off at the Roadhouse Feb 26

Don’t miss the 2011 Chili Cook-Off–presented by Guerneville and Monte Rio After School on February 26 at the Rio Nido Roadhouse starting at 2pm. The cost is $15 at the door, kids 7-14 are $5, and under 6 are free.

Interested in showing off your chili? Pre-registration is $15–just call one of the following organizations to sign up: Guerneville After School 707-869-9741, Monte Rio After School 707-865-9172, or West County Community Services 707-869-0654×1004.

This is a West County Community Services Fundraiser.

Rio Nido 100 Year Celebration a Success

Thanks to everyone who attended the Rio Nido Centennial Celebration on Sunday, December 19th. Over 200 people braved the wet weather conditions to make gingerbread houses, donate canned food to the Redwood Empire Food Bank, share their favorite potluck item, visit the historic Rio Nido Lodge, and share memories that will most assuredly linger. Guests included long-time Russian River families, home owners, local government officials, and local business owners–ages ranged from babies to folks in their 90’s.

Special thanks to the Rio Nido Roadhouse, Rio Nido Lodge, Rio Nido Home Owner’s Association, Russian River Historical Society, and the Friends of Rio Nido, who all helped with donating space, festive decorating, preparing food, providing activities, and historical information and memorabilia.

For more photos visit Rio Nido and the Rio Nido Roadhouse on Facebook.

Here’s to making the next 100 years full of “Memories That Linger.”

Celebrate 100 Years of Rio Nido

The name Rio Nido is 100 years old this year and we’re celebrating. Curious about the history of Rio Nido’s name? Read the “Rio Nido Centennial” published this month in the Russian River Historical Society’s newsletter written by John Schubert.

Celebrate 100 Years of Rio Nido
Starting at 3pm, until after dark
Sunday, December 19
at the Rio Nido Roadhouse & Rio Nido Lodge

Bring your favorite potluck items to have:
DINNER at the Roadhouse
DESSERT at the Lodge

Also, Free Burgers & Hot Dogs at the Roadhouse

Gingerbread Contest & Marshmallow Roast for the Kids!
Come one! Come all! All neighboring community members welcome!

SANTA WILL BE MAKING A VISIT AT 4pm AT THE LODGE!

BRING CANNED FOOD for a Redwood Empire Food Bank Collection
(at the Roadhouse from Dec 14-21st)

(Feel free to join our event after Pegasus show, that starts at 2pm.)

Brought to you by the Rio Nido Roadhouse, The Rio Nido Lodge,
The Rio Nido Homeowner’s Association, and the Friends of Rio Nido

Questions? Send an email to websters@rionido.net

Rio Nido in the News–Russian River Revival

The North Bay Bohemian published a story about Rio Nido, the Rio Nido Lodge, and Pegasus theater this week.

“Most residents seem to agree. ‘Rio Nido is one of the most beautiful places in the world,’ asserts [Dennis] Judd, ‘with the incredible redwoods and the Russian River. It’s a gorgeous spot, and the Lodge is a great building—it just hasn’t been utilized to its fullest potential in a long, long time. My hope is that, one way or another, the Rio Nido Lodge will be a place for people to come and heal, just as the town of Rio Nido is healing itself.'”

“It’s a Wonderful Life” presented by the Pegasus Theater runs through Sunday, December 19. Friday and Saturday evening performances start at 8pm. Sunday matinees begin at 2pm. General admission on Saturdays and Sundays is $15 and $5 for children under 12. Fridays are pay-what-you-can. For reservation and ticket information click here.

Thanks to Claire Harris and Stephen Pizzo for sharing this vintage poster with us.

Poyntlyss Sistars at the Rio Nido Roadhouse

Ready for a night out after a houseful of relatives? Come to the Rio Nido Roadhouse and dance the night away with the Poyntlyss Sistars.

“It’s a Wonderful Life” Comes To The Rio Nido Lodge December 3

Don’t miss “It’s a Wonderful Life” presented by the Pegasus Theater starting December 3.

“It’s Christmas Eve 1947 at the Rio Nido Lodge, where some of Hollywood’s finest actors have gathered to broadcast a special Lux Radio Theater version of one of America’s most beloved movies, It’s a Wonderful Life, the heart-warming story of George Bailey, a small town man with a very big heart.”

The production runs Friday, December 3, through Sunday, December 19. Evening performances Fridays and Saturdays are 8pm, except for Saturday, December 4, when the curtain will rise at 8:30pm to allow time for the Parade of Lights in Guerneville. Sunday matinees begin at 2pm. General admission on Saturdays and Sundays is $15 and $5 for children under 12. Fridays are pay-what-you-can. For reservation and ticket information, click here.

We’re looking for Rio Nido Stories, photos, and more

Do you have a story about how your parents/grandparents met at the Rio Nido Dance Hall? Did you hang out at the huge Rio Nido beach every summer? Or rent from the Bungalow Terrace? We want to hear about it and see the photos.

If you haven’t had a chance, check our new history section. We’ve got more to add, but we need your help to remember the good old days.

Rio Nido Lodge is Leasing Space

Now’s your chance to grab your space in a quaint redwood forest near the Pegasus Theater company in the Rio Nido Lodge. You’ll be settled amidst a community primed for business growth and lacking in local services. We need it all…hair stylists, artists, masseuses, basic groceries and/or co-op, gym, yoga studio, bike rental coffee shop or what about a coworking space.

Your options are 220 sq ft +/- commercial office space with private full bathrooms or 1800 sq ft retail/commercial for $1,800/month.

For more information, visit http://ciporaproperties.com/rionidolodge.html.