My Humboldt Life August 2025

In The Creamery District

From the Publisher

Jennifer Rudick Helps Humboldt Find its Zzzzs 11

FEATURES

Keeping it in the Family at Kebab Cafe 14

COMMUNITY NEWS

Imagination and Resilience at Fire Arts Gallery ............................................... 17

“Mano Amiga-Helping Hand” 21

Soroptimist Of Arcata Awards Scholarships 21

Bigfoot Daze 2025 Was One for the Books! ................................................ 22

Redwood National and State Parks Hosts

Naturalization Ceremony 23

Calendar of Events 25

AUGUST 2025 | Volume II No. 8

Publisher Melissa Sanderson publisher@myhumboldtlife.com

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Jennifer Rudick Helps Humboldt

Find its Zzzzs

Jennifer Rudick can put you to sleep but in the best way possible! The Humboldt born Rudick puts her knowledge of nighttime comfort to good use at the three Moore’s Sleep World Inc. locations. Rudick loves it when someone yells across a parking lot, “The mattress lady!” Talking to her, it is easy to understand why.

Jennifer tried her hand at several different trades, but with one common thread: customer service. She honed her sales prowess assisting clients with some of life’s most basic needs, like homes, cars and money. Long-term real estate investments can stress us out, we pretty much live in our automobiles, and banks are privy to our smallest financial details. But her most personal customer service was yet to come. Rudick met her husband, Darin, at Eureka High School, her mother’s alma mater. “We are still together 26 years later,” she says with a happy laugh. Not surprising if you consider both are in the business of keeping people happy. Darin has since

retired from his position as sales manager at Harper Ford, but he remains the co-owner of Moore’s Sleep World, leaving the day-to-day operations to talented CEO Jennifer. The Rudicks had planned to open a car lot of their own one day, but Jennifer’s successful time spent selling vehicles at Mid-City Motor World provoked a rethink. “I positioned myself with good products. It is key to successful sales to have pride in quality.” She then moved into the office. “It taught me a lot. Like I did not want my own car lot,” she said with a chuckle.

Fortunately, this is where Humboldt lent a timely hand. In 2008, the titular Dave Moore of Moore’s Sleep World decided it was time to retire. The question of whether to close or sell the business he opened in 1986 became easy when he talked with Darin, who at that time conveniently worked across the street at Roy’s Auto. “I have the perfect person for you,” Darin told him. Jennifer knew nothing about mattresses but came with a wealth of sales experience.

“As I trained with Dave, I was surprised to learn I loved mattresses. They are not just white rectangles,” she said. Nothing can destroy your peaceful slumber like rolling over only to get stuck in the Great Rift Valley between the unruly bedsprings on your side of the bed. “The right mattress can enrich your life, but no one realizes it until you get that first good night’s sleep.”

The old adage “You’ve made your bed, so now lie in it” rings true. Beds, like real estate and cars, are a long-term investment. Choosing the right bed can be stressful as many of us don’t know the first thing about box springs, let alone remember anything about memory foam. Rudick trains her staff on asking the right questions so that you don’t have to bounce on all 33 beds (33!) she stocks. When she says she carries pretty much every price and every feel of mattress, she isn’t kidding. Spoiled for choice in all the right ways. Did you know there are cooling mattresses? And pillows?

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Sweet relief for those suffering on a hot mattress with an internal temperature swiftly approaching spontaneous combustion.

My Humboldt life …

Jennifer added Moore’s Sleep World locations in Arcata and Fortuna. “I was only able to do so with the support of the county,” she said. She points out that changes in some industries make it challenging across the country. Yet, she noted, “I remain competitive with big box stores.” No mean feat in today’s market. Even though Jennifer carries specialty mattresses, she stated, “Every person in Humboldt works hard for their money. I want their money to go into something that lasts.” She works hard to find quality mattresses at the best prices since Sleep World has the only full-service mattress stores in Humboldt. With two colleges in the area, she makes sure to carry beds that won’t break student budgets. That full service is top to bottom, taking away the old faithful mattress with

“… is being a part of a local community in which I was raised, feeling their support at every turn.”

— Jennifer Rudick

Moore’s Sleep World

3 W Fifth St., Eureka (707) 444-2337

876 G St., Arcata (707) 822-9997

1201 Main St., Fortuna (707) 725-2222 mooressleepworld.net Mooressleepworld mooressleepworld

the coffee stain from when Rover jumped in your lap, and replacing it with a fully set up, ridiculously comfy bed to tempt you into Sunday morning laziness.

Jennifer loves what she does. “I hand pick the mattresses we

carry myself. Not mass produced, not cookie cutter,” she said, “handcrafted.” Imagine the dreams inspired by a bed frame crafted from reclaimed railroad steel by Knickerbocker in Pennsylvania. She visits the factories and goes to trade markets once or twice per year. She is proud that the beds in Sleep World showrooms are made in the U.S. in cities like Los Angeles, Rancho Cucamonga and Stockton.

As an enthusiastic supporter

of all things Humboldt, Rudick says she is excited about the future. “We were back at Oyster Fest giving out merch and having fun,” she said. Jennifer finished the sentence, “My Humboldt Life is,” by adding “being a part of a local community in which I was raised, feeling their support at every turn. I’m proud of enriching their lives.” Being able to get a solid night’s sleep does exactly that. ■

Tucked away in the southeast corner of the Valley West shopping center is an innocuous little restaurant with a big following. More often than not, there’s a line out the door and the phone is busy when you try calling in your order, but it’s worth the wait. In the 28 years Kebab Cafe’s (5000 Valley West Blvd. Suite 19, Arcata) been open, it’s become like a friend to many of us, familiar, comforting and reliable in its delicious offerings of Mediterranean cuisine. In short, they’ve perfected the holiest of restaurant attributes: consistency.

When I moved to Humboldt 11 years ago, Kebab Cafe was one of the first restaurants I

went to. It was instrumental in helping me turn a new leaf; as a person with a picky palate with an aversion to trying new things (especially sauces), my aspirations as a foodie were pretty self-limiting. Lamb meat? No way. Cucumber and yogurt? Forget it. Grape leaves? What am I, a fancy rabbit? Little did I know, Kebab Cafe would give me a series of firsts that expanded my culinary horizons and opened the floodgates of trying new things.

My first dish from the cafe — still my favorite in all its simplicity — was the rice special. You start with a plate of rice, then add your choice of freshly grilled skewers, including shrimp with

Keeping it in the Family at Kebab Cafe

veggies, mushrooms, lamb, beef, pork or chicken. For a lot of us picky eaters, rice is a safe goto, but what changed everything for me was the tzatziki sauce. A cool and creamy Greek yogurt base mixed with macerated cucumber bits takes a simple rice dish to a whole new level. The tzatziki was a gateway drug that led me to more new-to-me items on the menu.

Here’s a confession: Despite having visited both Greece and Turkey before moving to Humboldt, I’d never tried a gyro. Kebab Cafe graced me with the first of many gyros to come, a long overdue introduction which led to a full-on romance. Their warm, soft pitas are filled with

freshly roasted and carved gyro meat, given a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce, and topped with cabbage, cucumber and tomato. The contrast between the warm and cold plays nicely on the senses, as does the soft pita and the crunch of the raw veggies. For a few years, a gyro was all I ordered. Eventually, I learned how to spice it up — literally. Despite Mexican genes, I have never been a fan of spicy heat. But as I watched literally every person I ate with at Kebab pouring on the cafe’s housemade habanero sauce, I started getting bold. I finally asked for a squeezy bottle of the orange stuff and tried it. Even a fraction of a drop on each bite brought

the heat, but it just tasted so good. All these years later, I’m admittedly only up to two whole drops per bite, but believe me, it’s a feat for this former spice-phobe. I love it so much, I always keep a bottle at home now. What I love about this place is that I know every time I order a gyro (or anything else on the menu) it’s going to look and taste the exact same way each time, no matter who is cooking that day. Ashkim Beyzade, daughter of owner Simon Beyzade and the heir to managing the family restaurant, attributes their success over the past nearly 30 years to the consistency her father instilled in the business. By building from family recipes from Simon’s cultural background as a Turkish Cypriot, and by having the oversight and support of Ashkim’s mother and siblings working in the store over the years, the kitchen operates like a well-oiled machine with no surprises when you order your favorites time and time again.

As Ashkim tells me, “Our meats are cut and skewered fresh each day, all of our sauces are from homemade family recipes, and we soak and blend our beans for falafels.”

As their most traditional offerings, Ashkim recommends new customers come in to try the falafels and the gyros. “We import the essentials,” she continues, “but almost everything is made from scratch.”

Kebab Cafe

5000 Valley West Blvd., Suite 19, Arcata (707) 826-2121 kebabcafearcata.com

Sticking with homemade menu items helps maintain the control the Beyzades have in their kitchen.

One such import is the halloumi cheese, a cheese worth shouting from the rooftops in praise. If you’re even remotely a fan of cheese, and especially if you’re a fan of fried cheese, this appetizer is for you. Halloumi is a soft sheep’s milk cheese with a high melting point. Kebab Cafe serves it in an order of three slices, fried to perfection each and every time, with a side of sauce. The crisp edges, the squeaky cheese, the cool tzatziki — they hit your senses from all angles and those sacred few bites leave a divine impression that keeps you coming back for more. Hurry over and get some, but you might have to fight me for it. ■

Imagination and Resilience at Fire Arts Gallery

The Fire Arts Center Gallery is exhibiting the works of members Joshua Roller, Vanessa Veck and Nina Young-Cushing through August. The artists are hosting a reception on Saturday, Aug. 2 from 5-8pm.

Roller is a locally-grown creative who is fascinated by imagination, creatures, worlds and exploring trust in one’s intuition. This selection of work is part of an ongoing study of intuitive world making. These sculptures are glimpses at a universe created in the moment with every touch and conversation with the clay. Young-Cushing is a ceramic sculptor whose work explores the intersection of nature, emotion, and chronic illness. After leaving a career in healthcare during the pandemic, she rediscovered art through clayfinding healing and purpose. Working primarily in highfire and Raku techniques, Young-Cushing’s hand-built sculptures reflect a deep love of animals and a desire to give shape to the often-invisible experiences of pain, grief, and resilience.

Veck’s works are a study on the nature of changing states: capturing delicacy, movement and disintegration. Her exploration of textures and caverns serves as an invitation to return to our senses. “I take great joy in observing the natural world, experimenting with different creative mediums, and quieting the mind.”

Fire Arts, located at 520 S. G Street in Arcata, across from the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center, has been holding classes in ceramics and fused glass and providing memberships, studio space and kiln firing resources for the local arts community since 2000. Fire Arts is open every day and has a large selection of locally-made ceramic and fused glass pieces for sale all year. Classes are held year-round and include day and evening classes for adults and children. Contact: (707)826-1445 and fireartsarcata.com. ■

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“Mano Amiga-Helping Hand”

A health emergency and wellness fund for Indigenous migrants

Centro del Pueblo is proud to announce “Mano Amiga-Helping Hand”, an initiative that offers immediate support to Indigenous migrant community members facing urgent health or wellness needs. Starting on July 1, Centro will distribute funds to respond to urgent situations such as uncovered medical expenses to the most vulnerable. The fund centers on justice and dignity, especially in response to the systemic exclusion and discrimination our community continues to endure.

In today’s turbulent climate, immigrant families experience fear and uncertainty every time they seek medical care. Enforcement practices have made accessing even basic wellness services a source of deep anxiety.

Beyond financial relief, Mano Amiga – Helping Hand will nurture a network of wellness companions offering sanctuary-based support during crises to help navigate illness, mental health challenges or other disruptions.

Centro offers multilingual access and complementary support for food security, art-therapy, cultural empowerment, suicide prevention and youth leadership. This fund exists thanks to the generous contribution of one donor who wished to honor their family by helping ours. Their kindness is a reminder that solidarity across communities is possible and necessary. ■

To make a donation, visit cdpueblo. com/donate. To learn more about the program, contact info@cdpueblo.com with the subject line Health.

Soroptimist Of Arcata Awards Scholarships

Soroptimist International of Arcata recently awarded scholarships for the 2025-26 year to Lela Broughton of Arcata High School and Emily Rodrigues of McKinleyville High School.

Lela will be attending California State University, Sacramento where her field of study will be psychology and law. When she graduates she plans to go to law school. Her long term goal is to become either a public defender or a divorce/family lawyer.

While in school, Lela has been very active in the Teen Court of Eureka. She played basketball for two seasons, and has been the vice president of the Black Student Union for the past three years. Lela was honored as the Soroptimist Girl of the Month for November.

Emily Rodrigues plans to attend Cal Poly, Humboldt where she will pursue a degree in elementary education including

studies in child development.

Emily is the president of the Future Farmers of America and served as the FFA Reporter in 2023-24. She was awarded STAR Greenhand in 2022 and subsequently the STAR Chapter Farmer in 2023. She was also awarded the Outstanding Reporter of the Humboldt Del Norte Section at the speaking competition in 2024 and awarded her State FFA Degree this year in 2025.

In 2024, Emily served as the president of the French Honor Society and is active in community service. Emily was honored as the Soroptimist Girl of the Month for March.

Soroptimist International of Arcata has offered scholarships to local students since 1956. Its mission is to provide women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment. ■

THANK YOU HUMBOLDT FOR

Bigfoot Daze 2025 Was One for the Books!

VOTING US

SERVING STAFF

ASIAN RESTAURANT

HAPPY HOUR

As the dust settles and the glitter fades, we want to take a moment to recognize the many hands and hearts that made this beloved celebration possible. Bigfoot Daze isn’t just an event — it’s a community effort, and this year’s celebration was a beautiful reminder of how much heart and hard work our town pours into making magic happen. With deep gratitude, we thank each and every person, family, organization, and business who gave their time, energy, space, and resources. There were so many wonderful helpers — if we forgot to name someone, please know it’s not a reflection of how much we appreciate you. This

event is only possible because of the incredible community behind it.

With gratitude, Shannon Hughes President, Willow Creek Chamber of Commerce

Redwood National and State Parks Hosts Naturalization Ceremony

On June 13th at Redwood National and State Parks, 40 people raised their right hands to become the newest citizens of the United States. The applicants came from 18 countries around the world, including Laos, Mexico, Portugal, England, and Vietnam.

The event opened with the national anthem sung by Park Ranger Ian Phillips. Several dignitaries, including North Coast Redwoods District Superintendent Victor Bjelajac and Redwood National Park acting-Superintendent Leonel Arguello offered remarks noting the symbolic connection between the support that citizens in America give one another and how redwood tree roots support each other.

The newest citizens and their family members were able to celebrate this momentous occasion in one of their new country’s most breathtaking places. For many, it was their first visit to the park, and they stood in awe beneath the 286foot tall Big Tree.

United States Citizen and Immigration Services and the National Park Service have a signed a Memorandum of Understanding that advances

the meaning and stature of citizenship by building connections between new citizens and America’s parks. Signed in 2006, and renewed in 2021, the agreement has led to special naturalization ceremonies held at many of the 430 places safeguarded by the National Park Service.

Ceremonies are held in such iconic places as Ellis Island, Yosemite National Park, Cesar Chavez National Monument, Acadia National Park, Death Valley National Park, and numerous memorial parks on the National Mall. The renewed MOU further strengthens collaborative efforts to hold ceremonies at locations that best represent the strength and spirit of the United States and supports the promotion of citizenship and naturalization. Redwood National and State Parks is honored to be a part of such an important event in the lives of those who participated in the ceremony.

Redwood National and State Parks share in the perpetual stewardship of ancient coast redwood forests, waterways, and coastline on the homeland of Yurok, Chilula, and Tolowa peoples, for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of everyone, with a commitment to restoration of damaged landscapes.

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Calendar of Events

AUGUST

1 FRIDAY

ART

1,000 Paper Crane Challenge. 2-3 p.m. Cal Poly Humboldt Library, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. Join in on the Japanese custom of folding 1,000 paper cranes for a wish, recovery and wellness, and help L4Humboldt reach this goal. Free. l4humboldt@humboldt.edu. library.humboldt. edu/l4humboldt-calendar.

MOVIES

We’re All We Need: Theatre at Pelican Bay Documentary Premiere. 7:30-9 p.m. Dell’Arte’s Carlo Theatre, 131 H St., Blue Lake. A new documentary created in partnership with Malcolm DeSoto showcasing students of Dell’Arte’s long-running Prison Arts Theatre Program at Pelican Bay State Prison. A discussion will follow the film. Zines created by program participants will also be for sale as fundraiser on their behalf. $15. info@dellarte.com. dellarte.com/onstage. (707) 668-5663.

THEATER

HLOC’s Elf The Musical 7-9:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. This production of a 2010 Broadway musical tells the story of Buddy the Elf. $12 - $22.50. info@hloc. org. (707) 499-3787.

EVENTS

Baduwa’t Festival. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. Dell’Arte’s 35th annual summer festival of theater, entertainment, music, performance and community. Through Aug. 3.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. Everyone age 18 and under is welcome to free meals regardless of where they live. No income eligibility verification. Breakfast is served until 10:30 a.m. and lunch at noon-12:30 p.m. at Arcata Elementary School. Free.

GARDEN

McKinleyville Botanical Garden Workday. First Friday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Help maintain a small community-driven garden, featuring pollinator- and bird-friendly plants. No experience necessary. Learn about native plants and take home cuttings/seeds. Garden is adjacent to playground. Free.

SPORTS

Humboldt Crabs Baseball. Arcata Ball Park, Ninth and F streets. The oldest continuously operated summer collegiate baseball program takes the plate. Gates open one hour prior to any posted game time/first pitch. Weeknight games start at 7 p.m. Saturday games start at 6:30 p.m. Sunday games start at 12:30 p.m. Through Aug. 3. $10, $4 kids 12 and under. humboldtcrabs.com.

ETC

First Friday Market Series. First Friday of every month, 4-7 p.m. Herb & Market Humboldt, 427 H St., Arcata. Music, food trucks, artisans and more. Must have a doctor’s recommendation or be over 21 to enter. Free. Herbandmarket@ gmail.com. (707) 630-4221.

2 SATURDAY

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. Live music,

pizza and wine tasting. Reserve time slot online. fieldbrookwinery.com/reservations.

THEATER

HLOC’s Elf The Musical 7-9:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

EVENTS

Baduwa’t Festival. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 1 listing.

Humbugs VW Club’s Coolin’ It in the Redwoods Car Show. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. The 19th annual car show and barbecue features a raffle and silent auction. Enter your VW in any condition. Day of show registration $30, pre-registration $20, additional vehicle $10. No alcohol. Free for spectators, $10 barbecue lunch. humbugsvwclub@gmail.com. facebook. com/groups/Humbugs.

Summer Season Downtown Mixer. Willow Creek, State Route 299. Visit stores to receive a unique mark on your Bigfoot Passport Game passport. Completed passports will be entered into a drawing for prizes. Food, specials and more.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Year round, offering fresh produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers and more. Live music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org. (707) 441-9999.

ETC

Abbey of the Redwoods Flea Market. First Saturday of every month, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Grace Good Shepherd Church, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Local arts, products, goods. Free entry.

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. Hands-on repair lessons and general maintanence, used bicycles and parts for sale. Donations of parts and bicycles gladly accepted. arcatabikelibrary@riseup.net.

3 SUNDAY

MOVIES

Spy Kids (2001). 5-8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 5PM. Movie starts at 6PM. Carmen and Juni think their parents are boring, little do they know that Gregorio and Ingrid Cortez were top secret agents. Now the disappearance of several old colleagues force the Cortez’ return from retirement. $8/$12 w/ poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/ events/748864251129071. (707) 613-3030.

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. Women singing four-part harmony a capella. Now welcoming new members with all levels of experience. (707) 845-1959.

THEATER

HLOC’s Elf The Musical. 2-4:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

EVENTS

For a complete calendar and up-to-date information, visit northcoastjournal.com

Baduwa’t Festival. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 1 listing.

Annie & Mary Day Celebration. Perigot Park, 312 South Railroad Ave., Blue Lake. Blue Lake’s annual Annie & Mary Day celebration features a quirky parade with music, giant puppets, antique cars, floats and horses. The action moves to Perigot Park where there will be craft vendors, live music, a barbecue and other food vendors. Free.

Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. Art, crafts, live music and barbecue every Sunday through Sept. 14. Free. murphysmarkets.net. (707) 834-8720.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Hot food for everyone. Mostly vegan and organic and always delicious. Free.

OUTDOORS

Clean the Sidewalk Day. First Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Valley West Park, Hallen Drive, Arcata. Help pick up non-hazardous items left behind. Meet at the park entrance for instructions, supplies and check-in. gmartin@ cityofarcata.org. cityofarcata.org.

4 MONDAY

MUSIC

UFC of Humboldt. First Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. HLOC’s Space, 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata. Bring a ukulele and join the fun. Check the calendar online for cancelations or additional events. All levels welcome. $3 suggested donation. ukulelisarae@gmail.com. ukulelefightclubofhumboldt.com.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

5 TUESDAY

MUSIC

First Tuesday of the Month Sing-Along. First Tuesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Join Joel Sonenshein as he leads a sing-along of your favorite folk, rock and pop songs of the ‘60s and ‘70s. Songbooks provided. $3. (707) 407-6496.

FOR KIDS

Look Closer and Make Connections. First Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Natural History Museum of Cal Poly Humboldt, 1242 G St., Arcata. Explore new exhibits and activities, including marine science, a bear, discovery boxes, microscopes, puzzles, scavenger hunts and more. Tuesday through Friday. $3 youth, $6 adult, $15 family, free for members. natmus@ humboldt.edu. humboldt.edu/natmus. (707) 826-4480.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

6 WEDNESDAY

LECTURE

FOAM Lecture: The Urgency of Eel River Dam Removal. 7-8:30 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Alicia Hamann, executive director of the nonprofit Friends of the Eel River, will present

on the urgency of removing two dams on the Eel. Simulcast on Zoom and posted one week later on FOAM YouTube page. Free. info@ arcatamarshfriends.org. arcatamarshfriends. org. (707) 826-2359.

MOVIES

Sci-Fi Night: Attack the Block (2011). 6-9 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 6PM. Raffle 6:45PM. Main Feature 7PM. A teen gang in a South London housing estate must team up with the other residents to protect their neighborhood from a terrifying alien invasion. $6/$10 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/events/1232568565021647. (707) 613-3030.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

7 THURSDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. Through Aug. 17. flynncreekcircus.com

MUSIC

Pierson Park Music in the Park. 6-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Live bands every Thursday throughout the summer. Lawn games, food trucks, family fun. Free.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

McKinleyville Farmers Market. First Thursday of every month, 3-6 p.m. Eureka Natural Foods, McKinleyville, 2165 Central Ave. Fresh fruits and vegetables, hot cacao and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets but trained, ADA-certified service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation. org. (707) 441-9999.

ETC

Toad Talks. First Thursday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Coffee Break Cafe, 700 Bayside Road, Arcata. A free-form, walk-in class and oracle group on ancient astrology, tarot and hermeticism. $10-$20 suggested donation. coffeebreakhumboldt@gmail.com. coffeebreak-arcata.com. (707) 825-6685.

8 FRIDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

ART

1,000 Paper Crane Challenge. 2-3 p.m. Cal Poly Humboldt Library, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

THEATER

HLOC’s Elf The Musical 7-9:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

EVENTS

Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. Featuring world class musicians and prestigious local performers over two weekends, as well as a visual art gallery of local artworks, all for sale by the artists. tbamfest.com.

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FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

9 SATURDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

ART

Plant Dye Day. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. Discover the beauty of natural color using plant-based dyes. Participants will create vibrant textile art from locally sourced materials. Part of the Art in Nature series. Beginner friendly. Free.

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

THEATER

HLOC’s Elf The Musical 7-9:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

EVENTS

Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. See Aug. 8 listing. Woofstock. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Halvorsen Park, Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Hosted by Sequoia Humane Society. Celebrate peace, love and paws with live music, a costume contest, an agility course, doggy games, food and pet-friendly vendors. $10, $20/family of four; kids under 2 and dogs are free. info@sequoiahumane.org. sequoiahumane.org. (707) 442-1782.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

OUTDOORS

Dune Restoration Volunteer Day. Second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. Restore the biodiversity of the coastal dunes with the team. Snacks and tools provided. Meet at the center a few minutes before 10 a.m. Free. info@ friendsofthedunes.org. friendsofthedunes.org. (707) 444-1397.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

10 SUNDAY

MOVIES

Harry Potter & The Sorcerer’s Stone (2001). 5-8:30 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 5PM. Movie starts at 6PM. Harry Potter has lived under the stairs at his aunt and uncle’s house his whole life. but on his 11th birthday, he learns he’s a powerful wizard— with a place waiting for him at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. $8/$12 w/ poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/ events/1298674168642782. (707) 613-3030.

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

Handmade Moments. 7:30 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Anna Moss returns to the Playhouse with Joel Ludford as Handmade Moments, a fearless, all-weather duo based in New Orleans. $20. info@playhousearts.org. playhousearts.org. (707) 822-1575.

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave.,

McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

THEATER

HLOC’s Elf The Musical. 2-4:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. See Aug. 3 listing.

Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. See Aug. 8 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Arcata Marsh Second Sunday Cycling Tour. Second Sunday of every month, 2-3:30 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Meet Andy Feinstein for a 90-minute, docent-led tour focusing on wetlands, wildlife and wastewater treatment. Bring your own bike or eBike; all ages welcome. Participants will be offered a free FOAM logo bike bell on request. Heavy rain cancels. info@ arcatamarshfriends.org. (707) 826-2359.

ETC

Humboldt Flea Market. Second Sunday of every month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. New location. Browse antiques, collectibles, tools, records, clothes, crafts, pies, jams and more. $3, free for kids under 13. facebook.com/p/Humboldt-Flea-Market-Arcata-100084870727783/.

11 MONDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

12 TUESDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

13 WEDNESDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

THEATER

Puppeteers For Fears Presents Robopocalypse: The Musical! 7 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. The all-puppet horror and science fiction musical comedy troupe presents a terrifying and hilarious new work with special musical guest Blunderbusst. $25. arcatatheatre.com.

FOOD

Free Summer Meals Program. 10 a.m. & noon Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 1 listing.

14 THURSDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

MUSIC

Pierson Park Music in the Park. 6-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 7 listing.

15 FRIDAY

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

EVENTS

Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. See Aug. 8 listing.

16 SATURDAY

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. An old-fashioned community fair with a carnival, exhibits, stunts, shows, food, music and more. New this year, Kinetic Universe Races in the grandstands on Aug. 16. The theme for 2025 is: “Your County Fair with a Redwood Flair ... Come Celebrate Your Hometown Roots!” humboldtcountyfair.org

Buddy Brown Blues Festival. Perigot Park, 312 South Railroad Ave., Blue Lake. Annual fundraiser for Humboldt Folklife Society Folk School Program featuring blues music from live bands all day, barbecue and drinks. humboldtfolklife.org.

Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. See Aug. 8 listing.

Yurok Tribe’s Klamath Salmon Festival. Yurok Tribe Headquarters, 190 Klamath Blvd., Klamath. The 61st annual family-oriented event on the Yurok Reservation celebrating salmon and the river with live music, cultural demonstrations, local vendors, kids’ activities and more.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

17 SUNDAY

MOVIES

Jojo Rabbit (2019). 5-8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 5PM. Movie starts at 6PM. A World War II satire that follows a lonely German boy whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother is hiding a young Jewish girl in their attic. $8/$12 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre. com. facebook.com/events/778986467995512. (707) 613-3030.

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

Flynn Creek Circus. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Modern circus with fairytale themes. See Aug. 8 listing.

Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 16 listing.

Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. See Aug. 3 listing.

Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. See Aug. 8 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

GARDEN

McKinleyville Botanical Garden Workday. Third Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 1 listing.

OUTDOORS

Dune Restoration Volunteer Days. Third Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Ma-le’l Dunes North, Young Lane, Arcata. Help restore the biodiversity of the coastal dunes. No experience necessary. Snacks and tools provided. Meet at the parking lot a few minutes before 10 a.m. dante@friendsofthedunes.org. friendsofthedunes.org/dert-days. (707) 444-1397.

18 MONDAY

MUSIC

UFC of Humboldt. Third Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. HLOC’s Space, 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata. See Aug. 4 listing.

20 WEDNESDAY

BOOKS

Family Storytime. Third Wednesday of every month, 3:30 p.m. Blue Lake Library, 111 Greenwood Ave. Enjoy stories with local storyteller Kit Mann every third Wednesday of the month. For children of all ages with their caregivers and other family members. Free. humlib.org. (707) 668-4207.

MOVIES

Sci-Fi Night: Spaceballs (1987). 6-9 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 6PM. Raffle 6:45PM. Main Feature 7PM. When the nefarious Dark Helmet hatches a plan to snatch Princess Vespa and steal her planet’s air, space-bum-for-hire Lone Starr and his clueless sidekick fly to the rescue. $6/$10 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. (707) 613-3030.

EVENTS

Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 16 listing.

21 THURSDAY

MUSIC

Pierson Park Music in the Park. 6-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 7 listing.

EVENTS

Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 16 listing.

22 FRIDAY

EVENTS

Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 16 listing.

23 SATURDAY

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

EVENTS

Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 16 listing.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

OUTDOORS

Kevin Ebbert Memorial Trail Run. p.m.

Arcata Community Forest, Union Street. This event celebrates family, community, and fitness while honoring the memory of Kevin Ebbert. Choose between a scenic 2-mile course or a challenging 10K+ trail run for experienced runners seeking a vigorous workout. $25 Fee for Run+TShirt, $10 Fee Run Only, $5 for kids 16 and under. jhinckley@healthsport.com. (707) 822-3488.

SPORTS

Hard Fought Championships. 7:30 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. DJ D-Funk in the Wave spinning club hits from 9pm-1am, so the party doesn’t have to stop once the last fight is finished. Doors at 6:30pm First fight at 7:30pm **PROTECT YOUR PURCHASE! BUY TICKETS ONLY FROM OFFICIAL SOURCES** $55. bluelakecasino.com.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

24 SUNDAY

MOVIES

Kubo & The Two Strings (2016). 5-8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 5PM. Movie starts at 6PM. Kubo mesmerizes people in his village with his magical gift for spinning tales with origami. When he accidentally summons an evil spirit, Kubo is forced to go on a quest to solve the mystery of his fallen samurai father. $8/$12 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/ events/1103679588314662. (707) 613-3030.

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 16 listing.

Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. See Aug. 3 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

27 WEDNESDAY

MOVIES

Sci-Fi Night: Birdemic Shock & Terror (2010). 6-9 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 6PM. Raffle 6:45PM. Main Feature 7PM. A platoon of eagles and vultures attacks the residents of

a small town. Many people die. Two people manage to fight back, but will they survive Birdemic? $6/$10 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook. com/events/1247683560066853. (707) 613-3030.

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First 5 Storytime. Last Friday of every month, 10-11 a.m. Blue Lake Library, 111 Greenwood Ave. With playgroup leader Liesl Finkler every last Friday of the month. Free. blkhuml@co.humboldt.ca.us. (707) 668-4207.

30 SATURDAY

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

EVENTS

Cannifest Humboldt. 12-10 p.m. Halvorsen Park, Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Community festival and trade gathering featuring a marketplace, free-range consumption area, artist and makers market, healing and wellness zones, educational talks and community choice awards. Music from The String Cheese Incident. All-ages but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Cannabis sales ages 21+. $270.20 VIP, $126.64, $72.80 youth, free for kids under 12.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

31 SUNDAY

MOVIES

The Goonies (1985). 5-8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-Show 5PM. Movie starts at 6PM. Young teen Mikey Walsh and his friends set off on a quest to find Pirate One-Eyed Willie’s treasure in hopes of saving their homes from demolition. $8/$12 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook. com/events/2424838504538910. (707) 613-3030.

MUSIC

Fieldbrook Winery Music. 2-4:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. See Aug. 2 listing.

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

Cannifest Humboldt. 12-10 p.m. Halvorsen Park, Waterfront Drive, Eureka. See Aug. 30 listing.

Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. See Aug. 3 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Nature Journaling at the Arcata Marsh. Last Sunday of every month, 10 a.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. No pre-registration required but sessions are limited to the first

10 people. All ages welcome, if they can concentrate quietly for an extended period. Heavy rain cancels. Clipboards and colored pencils provided; bring notebook, journal or other paper and a writing implement. Wear weather-appropriate clothing. info@ arcatamarshfriends.org. (707) 826-2359.

SEPTEMBER

1 MONDAY

MUSIC

UFC of Humboldt. First Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. HLOC’s Space, 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata. See Aug. 4 listing.

2 TUESDAY

MUSIC

First Tuesday of the Month Sing-Along. First Tuesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Aug. 5 listing.

FOR KIDS

Look Closer and Make Connections. First Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Natural History Museum of Cal Poly Humboldt, 1242 G St., Arcata. See Aug. 5 listing.

4 THURSDAY

FOOD

McKinleyville Farmers Market. First Thursday of every month, 3-6 p.m. Eureka Natural Foods, McKinleyville, 2165 Central Ave. See Aug. 7 listing.

Toad Talks. First Thursday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Coffee Break Cafe, 700 Bayside Road, Arcata. See Aug. 7 listing.

5 FRIDAY

GARDEN

McKinleyville Botanical Garden Workday. First Friday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 1 listing.

ETC

First Friday Market Series. First Friday of every month, 4-7 p.m. Herb & Market Humboldt, 427 H St., Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

6 SATURDAY

EVENTS

Natural Fiber Fair. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Vendors selling fleeces, yarns, fibers, tools and clothing. Food by Familia, crafts for kids, used equipment exchange. Free demos ongoing both days. Sign up on the website to take a half- or full-day workshop. Bring your project and join everyone in the Fiber Circle. Free admission, fee for workshops. naturalfiberfair.com.

Summer Season Downtown Mixer. Willow Creek, State Route 299. See Aug. 2 listing.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

Abbey of the Redwoods Flea Market. First Saturday of every month, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Grace Good Shepherd Church, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 2 listing. The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

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7 SUNDAY

MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

Arcata Out of the Darkness Community Walk. 9 a.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Hosted annually by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Opening and closing ceremony with speakers, and commence on a 2 mile walk throughout Arcata. Bring a photo or share a message for the honoring wall for those struggling or lost by suicide. Free. arcataoutofthedarkness@gmail.com. afsp.org/arcata.

Natural Fiber Fair. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Sep. 6 listing.

Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. See Aug. 3 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Clean the Sidewalk Day. First Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Valley West Park, Hallen Drive, Arcata. See Aug. 3 listing.

13 SATURDAY

ART

Inked Hearts Summer Arts Tattoo Expo. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. Sponsored by Nor Cal Tattoo, come celebrate our 15th anniversary with Ted and Amy Marks. This is your chance to get inked by some of the most talented artists from the country! Protect your purchase! Buy tickets only from official sources. $10. bluelakecasino.com.

EVENTS

Migrations: Walking Together. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Creamery District, 1251 Ninth St., Arcata. Annual parade and performances.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing. ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

14 SUNDAY

ART

Inked Hearts Summer Arts Tattoo Expo. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. See Sep. 13 listing.

MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. See Aug. 3 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Arcata Marsh Second Sunday Cycling Tour. Second Sunday of every month, 2-3:30 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. See Aug. 10 listing.

ETC

Humboldt Flea Market. Second Sunday of

every month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Aug. 10 listing.

15 MONDAY

MUSIC

UFC of Humboldt. Third Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. HLOC’s Space, 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata. See Aug. 4 listing.

17 WEDNESDAY

BOOKS

Family Storytime. Third Wednesday of every month, 3:30 p.m. Blue Lake Library, 111 Greenwood Ave. See Aug. 20 listing.

MUSIC

Ying Yang Twins & Bubba Sparxxx. 9 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. The Ying Yang Twins are an American hip-hop duo consisting of Kaine and D-Roc who have collaborated with Britney Spears and Lil Jon. Highly regarded southern rap artist Bubba Sparxxx opens. Protect your purchase! Buy tickets only from official sources! 47. bluelakecasino.com.

19 FRIDAY

MUSIC

Edwin McCain Live!. 7:30 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. Edwin McCain has a romantic soul and a way of investing life’s everyday moments with a poetry all his own. Kristen Ford opens. **PROTECT YOUR PURCHASE! BUY TICKETS ONLY FROM OFFICIAL SOURCES** 50. bluelakecasino.com.

20 SATURDAY

EVENTS

North Country Fair. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Family friendly festival featuring art and craft vendors, three music and entertainment stages, local food booths, activities for kids and a daily parade at 1 p.m. Free. northcountryfair.org.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

21 SUNDAY

MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

North Country Fair. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Sep. 20 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

GARDEN

McKinleyville Botanical Garden Workday. Third Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 1 listing.

OUTDOORS

Dune Restoration Volunteer Days. Third Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Ma-le’l Dunes North, Young Lane, Arcata. See Aug. 17 listing.

26 FRIDAY FOR KIDS

First 5 Storytime. Last Friday of every month, 10-11 a.m. Blue Lake Library, 111 Greenwood Ave. See Aug. 29 listing.

27 SATURDAY

MUSIC

Fleetwood Macramé. 8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Fleetwood Mac tribute band. arcatatheatre.com.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

28 SUNDAY MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Nature Journaling at the Arcata Marsh. Last Sunday of every month, 10 a.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. See Aug. 31 listing.

OCTOBER

2 THURSDAY

EVENTS

Redwood Coast Music Festival. City of Eureka, Humboldt County. The annual American roots music festival. Four days with dozens of bands performing blues, roots, New Orleans jazz, swing, zydeco, country, western swing, rockabilly and more at seven venues. Tickets online. rcmfest.org.

FOOD

McKinleyville Farmers Market. First Thursday of every month, 3-6 p.m. Eureka Natural Foods, McKinleyville, 2165 Central Ave. See Aug. 7 listing.

Toad Talks. First Thursday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Coffee Break Cafe, 700 Bayside Road, Arcata. See Aug. 7 listing.

3 FRIDAY

EVENTS

Redwood Coast Music Festival. City of Eureka, Humboldt County. See Oct. 2 listing.

MUSIC

Lou Deezi with 1100 Himself & Mitchell. 9 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Hip-hop, rap. arcatatheatre.com.

GARDEN

McKinleyville Botanical Garden Workday. First Friday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 1 listing.

ETC

First Friday Market Series. First Friday of every month, 4-7 p.m. Herb & Market Humboldt, 427 H St., Arcata. See Aug. 1 listing.

4 SATURDAY

EVENTS

Medieval Festival of Courage. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Blue Lake Horse Arena, 210 Chartin Road. Costumes, performances and Medieval fun for the family. $10, $5 for children 3-12, free to children 2 and under.

Pastels on the Plaza. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. This benefit for Northcoast Children’s Services is supported by local business sponsors and features more than 100 artists chalk drawing on the plaza during the Arcata Farmer’s Market. Free.

Redwood Coast Music Festival. City of Eureka, Humboldt County. See Oct. 2 listing.

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

Abbey of the Redwoods Flea Market. First Saturday of every month, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Grace Good Shepherd Church, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 2 listing.

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

5 SUNDAY

MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

Medieval Festival of Courage. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Blue Lake Horse Arena, 210 Chartin Road. See Oct. 4 listing.

Redwood Coast Music Festival. City of Eureka, Humboldt County. See Oct. 2 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Clean the Sidewalk Day. First Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Valley West Park, Hallen Drive, Arcata. See Aug. 3 listing.

6 MONDAY

MUSIC

UFC of Humboldt. First Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. HLOC’s Space, 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata. See Aug. 4 listing.

7 TUESDAY

MUSIC

First Tuesday of the Month Sing-Along. First Tuesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Aug. 5 listing.

FOR KIDS

Look Closer and Make Connections. First Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Natural History Museum of Cal Poly Humboldt, 1242 G St., Arcata. See Aug. 5 listing.

11 SATURDAY

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

12 SUNDAY

MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

EVENTS

Humboldt Redwoods Marathon. Humboldt Redwoods State Park, 17119 Avenue of Giants, Weott. Run a marathon, half marathon or 5K beneath Humboldt’s home-grown redwood canopy. redwoodsmarathon.org. (707) 443-1220.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Arcata Marsh Second Sunday Cycling Tour. Second Sunday of every month, 2-3:30 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. See Aug. 10 listing.

ETC

Humboldt Flea Market. Second Sunday of every month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Aug. 10 listing.

15 WEDNESDAY

BOOKS

Family Storytime. Third Wednesday of every month, 3:30 p.m. Blue Lake Library, 111 Greenwood Ave. See Aug. 20 listing.

18 SATURDAY

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

19 SUNDAY MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

GARDEN

McKinleyville Botanical Garden Workday. Third Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 1 listing.

OUTDOORS

Dune Restoration Volunteer Days. Third Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Ma-le’l Dunes North, Young Lane, Arcata. See Aug. 17 listing.

20 MONDAY

MUSIC

UFC of Humboldt. Third Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. HLOC’s Space, 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata. See Aug. 4 listing.

25 SATURDAY

FOOD

Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 2 listing.

ETC

The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 2 listing.

26 SUNDAY MUSIC

Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 3 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 3 listing.

OUTDOORS

Nature Journaling at the Arcata Marsh. Last Sunday of every month, 10 a.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. See Aug. 31 listing.

31 FRIDAY FOR KIDS

First 5 Storytime. Last Friday of every month, 10-11 a.m. Blue Lake Library, 111 Greenwood Ave. See Aug. 29 listing.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

Halloween on the Plaza. 3-6 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Trick or treat at Plaza businesses. ■

ACROSS

1. With 69-Across, like fuzzy computer images (and this puzzle’s theme)

4. Stephen Colbert’s network

7. One who walks down the 22-Across

12. Roman poet who wrote “If you want to be loved, be lovable”

14. Audible “LOL”

16. Indian yogurt dish

17. Silver State city

18. Crit. condition areas

19. One way to go

20. Aware of

21. Some frat letters

22. See 7-Across

23. Instrument whose name means “high wood”

25. “____ it, though?”

27. Online singles service that offers a synagogue directory

30. Mascara target

32. Mellows, as wine

36. Opium flower

37. Filmmaker Preminger

38. “____ the end of my rope!”

39. Jazz legend James

40. Dog biscuit, e.g.

41. Not one, colloquially

42. Comprehends

43. “... can hear ____ drop”

44. What a Scrabble player picks up before thinking “But I don’t have a U!”

45. B’way hit signs

46. “I’m busy then”

47. Some vacation spots

48. Well-behaved

50. “I can only ____ much”

52. Barber’s sharpener

55. Gray-sprinkled horse

57. Parks who worked as a staff member for Congressman John Conyers from 1965 to 1988

61. Now, in Nicaragua

62. Headphones cover them

63. Novelist Hunter

64. “Trust in Allah but tie up your ____”: Arabian proverb

65. ____-Ball (arcade game)

66. Emailed

67. Kriss ____ (rap duo with the 1992 hit “Jump”)

68. Concorde, e.g., for short

69. See 1-Across

DOWN

1. Petty of “A League of Their Own”

2. “Top Chef” appliance

3. Lush

4. A Marx brother

5. Members of a National League team who are living the single life?

6. Feng ____

7. Country singer Keith with, one might argue, an inappropriate last name

8. “Oh, doctor! Please tell me these aren’t my punishment for loving

saddleback riding!”?

9. Lush sounds

10. List-ending abbr.

11. Like first editions, often

13. Warning to motorists who find themselves behind Al and Tipper driving at the speed limit?

15. “I bet you won’t!” and “Just try to!” to one’s administrative aide?

24. Queen ____ (nickname for Jay Z’s wife)

26. Opportunity

27. Emailed pics, often

28. Grandparent, typically

29. Probably will, after “is”

31. Dined at home

33. AOL alternative

34. Baseball Hall-of-Famer Combs

35. Afflictions sometimes caused by sleep deprivation

40. Burrito alternative

44. Sue Grafton’s “____ for Quarry”

49. Milky gems

51. Beginning

52. Picnic race need

53. “There’s gold in them ____ hills!”

54. QB Tony

56. Homes for squirrels

58. Through with 59. Levelheaded

60. They make up about 15% of the Earth’s terrestrial animal biomass

Business Directory

APPLIANCES

Poletski’s Appliance Center

341 W Harris St., Eureka (707) 445-3138 poletskis.com

AUTO & TRUCK SERVICES

Conti Auto Repair

2600 Harris St., #4856, Eureka (707) 443-3505 rayconti.com

CONTRACTORS & HOME SERVICES

Allen Epperly Handyman (707) 599-7723

Anthony’s Tile (707) 362-6356 anthonystileca.com

CDH Painting

802 Harris St., Eureka (707) 443-4429 cdhpainting.com

Humboldt Fence Co. 564 Hwy. 36, Fortuna (707) 822-9511 humboldtfence.com

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION

Flynn Creek Circus 1 C St., Madaket Plaza, Eureka Waterfront flynncreekcircus.com

Sequoia Park Zoo / City of Eureka 3414 W St., Eureka RedwoodZoo.org

The Escape Room at Humboldt’s Hometown Store

394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 496-0588

humboldtshometownstore.com

FURNITURE STORES

Furniture Design Center 1716 Fifth St., Eureka (707) 442-6300

furnituredesigncenter.net

Living Styles Fine Furniture Galleries Second & A streets, Eureka (707) 443-3161

GROCERY STORES

Eureka Natural Foods 1450 Broadway, Eureka (707) 442-6325

2165 Central Ave., McKinleyville, (707) 839-3636

HEALTH CARE

Common Spirit Health

Mercy Medical Center Redding 2175 Rosaline Ave., Redding (530) 245-2990

DignityHealth.org/HumboldtHeartCare

Healthcare for All healthcareforall.org, pnhp.org

HOLISTIC WELLNESS

NUTRITIONIST

Ana Fernanda-Fierro

Holistic Nutritionist (707) 362-6682

anafernandafierro@gmail.com

INSURANCE

Cantua Insurance 778 Redwood Dr., Garberville (707) 923-1210

NorCalQuote.com

MOTORSPORTS PARTS, REPAIR & GEAR

Humboldt Motorsports 3990 Broadway, Eureka (707) 269-0991

humboldtmotorsports.com

ORGANIZATION

SERVICES

PET ADOPTION

Miranda’s Rescue

1603 Sandy Prairie Road, Fortuna (707) 725-4449

mirandasrescue.org

PUBLICATIONS

Ferndale Enterprise 394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 442-1400 theenterprise.net

RETAIL & GIFT SHOPS

Bell & Hook 863 H St., Arcata (707) 630-3571 bellandhook.com

Holly Yashi 1300 9th St., Arcata (707) 822-5132

hollyyashi.com

Humboldt’s Hometown Store 394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 496-0588 humboldtshometownstore.com

Plaza

808 G St., Arcata, (707) 822-2250 plazaarcata.com

eurekanaturalfoods.com

Declutter Organize Breathe (707) 633-8262

KaleighHopeTuso.com