The annual Friends of the Gardens (FOG) Birdhouse Auction returns for its 20th year, running online from Saturday, May 30 at 8:00 AM through Thursday, August 13 at 8:00 PM. This beloved silent auction features uniquely beautiful, whimsical, quirky, and handcrafted birdhouses perfect for adding charm to your garden or home. The auction is entirely online, making it easy to join the bidding fun from anywhere. Fall in love with a favorite? Many pieces will also include a convenient “win-it-now” option. While bidding takes place online, the birdhouses themselves will be on display at the Gardens from June through August, giving visitors a chance to admire the craftsmanship and delightful details up close. Over the past 19 years, this popular FOG FUNdraiser has raised an incredible $101,021 in support of the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Every birdhouse is handcrafted by talented local volunteers, making each piece truly one of a kind. A special thanks goes to David Welter, who designed and crafted 24 beautiful birdhouses for this year’s auction, and to MCBG Board Member Keith Stiver, whose sturdy custom-mounted hooks will keep these creations flying high throughout the display. We are so lucky to have such talented and creative Friends (of the Gardens)! Whether you are bidding, browsing, or simply birdhouse-curious, this annual tradition is a joyful celebration of creativity, community, and support for the Gardens.