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The Mattole Restoration Council hosts a barbecue with vegetarian options, a raffle and nursery tours, followed by live music by Lyndsey Battle, Cory Goldman and the Mattole Mudstompers at the Hoophouse Hoedown, Saturday, July 21 from 5-9 p.m. at MRC Native Plant Nursery ($10). The event benefits local restoration. If you bring your own plates and utensils, they'll knock off $1.