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Good Decisions at Cafe Phoenix By Cassandra Johnson

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Top: BLAT wrap with seasonal veggie soup. Photo by Cassandra Johnson Above: Seasonal salad with spring mix, arugula, strawberries, basil, chevre and balsamic-strawberry vinaigrette. Photo by Conny Pena

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ith a menu built around fresh, local ingredients and hearty, healthful options, the fare at Cafe Phoenix (1360 G St., Arcata) makes eating well easy. The menu is matched equally by the atmosphere. Tucked along the north end of Arcata’s busy G Street, Cafe Phoenix is part bohemian bungalow, part garden sanctuary. Here, you can enjoy a meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Cafe Phoenix is beautiful, inside and out. The cozy interior features hand-painted murals, earthy colors and an eclectic charm. But the real magic happens out back. An expansive patio with outdoor seating is nestled among flowers, pollinator-friendly plants and lush greenery. Beyond a gated fence, you’ll see a thriving kitchen garden filled with herbs and fruit, a fitting glimpse into the restaurant’s commitment to fresh, local ingredients. Better yet, Cafe Phoenix is one of the few spots in Arcata where leashed dogs are welcome, making it easy to bring your four-legged brunch companion along for the outing. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cafe Phoenix has become a favorite destination — a Secret Garden, if you will —

for breakfast, brunch and lunch for Humboldtians and visitors alike. Conny Pena, the café’s owner, is hands-on in the kitchen six days a week. After many years as a baker at Wildflower Cafe, a beloved vegetarian joint in Arcata, Pena was ready to realize her own vision. Cafe Phoenix officially opened its doors on the summer solstice in June of 2015. She hoped to accomplish a less than simple task: “Take the thinking out of what is on your plate.” Her goal was to source the restaurant’s menu as locally as possible, staying away from big distributors and partnering with local farmers and producers instead. All fresh herbs and edible flowers, and many of the berries, lemons and the like featured on the menu come right from the kitchen garden. For many years, Cafe Phoenix did not have a paper menu, allowing Pena to run with seasonal specials, making use of what was available and in season. While there is now a reliable menu bringing regulars back again and again for their favorites, Pena still recommends folks check out the specials board — that’s where her vision is truly realized. The menu, both set and specials, place vegetable-forward cooking front and center.

While many restaurants treat vegetarian meals as an obligation, herbivores are anything but an afterthought here. Most (but not all) of the menu is vegetarian, with plentiful vegan and gluten-free options available. Despite its health-conscious philosophy, the food never feels restrictive. The portions are hearty, the flavors are bold. You won’t leave regretting your decisions — even after you’ve polished off an entire breakfast burrito. Speaking of breakfast burritos, it’s easy to see why this “paper menu” item has earned a loyal following. Packed with herby potatoes, pinto beans, eggs or tofu, and generously topped with house-made cilantro sauce, pico de gallo and cashew sour cream (yes, you read that right), this healthful twist on a classic has folks of all dietary persuasions coming back for more. The set menu offers plenty of variety and covers the whole spectrum of savory to sweet, light fare to filling. Omelets, scrambles, quesadillas and more satisfy those looking for a more traditional breakfast or brunch. The “Bowls” portion of the menu provides everything from chia pudding topped with fruit to an Asian-inspired Cold Noodle bowl, chock full of veggies and fresh herbs and tossed in a house-made peanut sauce. If you’re just stopping in for a quick bite, the pastry case is stocked with fresh-baked muffins, scones and other treats that pair perfectly with coffee.

Above: Inside the café. Photo by Cassandra Johnson Left: Angel food cake with blueberries, blackberries and Earl Grey buttercream (gluten-free and dairy free). Photo by Conny Pena

Seasonal soups and colorful salads highlight the best local ingredients available, changing throughout the year to reflect what’s fresh. Those craving something more familiar can choose from classic sandwiches like a Reuben, grilled cheese, or BLAT, each available with satisfying vegetarian versions that stay true to the restaurant’s veggie-forward philosophy without sacrificing flavor. They even have a kids’ menu that does not underestimate their desire for tasty healthy meals, instead appropriately portioning them. And the coffee is worth mentioning. Cafe Phoenix serves

a full espresso menu featuring all the classics, along with several milk alternatives for those who prefer dairy-free options. Smoothies are blended fresh to order and make a refreshing addition to any meal. There’s also a thoughtful selection of wellness drinks made with ingredients like turmeric, ginger and other botanicals that support the body’s natural systems, offering a nourishing alternative to your usual morning beverage. Beyond the daily menu, the cafe occasionally hosts pop-up dinners and live music events that bring people together over good food and good company. Keep an eye on social media for more of these in the future. For special celebrations (or, as I’m reminded, any occasion can be made special), Pena also creates stunning

custom cakes adorned with fresh flowers and seasonal fruit, each one looking almost too beautiful to slice into. Pena, who cut her teeth as a baker before becoming a restaurateur, learned to convert most recipes into vegan and gluten-free creations. She describes baking as “her first love.” Interested customers can inquire via Instagram (yes, Pena manages that, too) about ordering one for an upcoming event. All that’s needed are some basic guidelines (chocolate, gluten free, etc.) and you, too, can indulge in a one-of-akind specialty cake. All in all, Cafe Phoenix is a not-so-hidden gem. A reflection of the larger Arcata community’s values and taste, it celebrates fresh, local ingredients, culinary creativity and mindful eating. It asks us to embrace all the things that can grow right here in Humboldt. ■ AUGUST 2026 • My Humboldt LIFE

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APPETIZERS Pineapple Express

1019 Myrtle Ave., Eureka and food truck locations in Fortuna, Eureka, Arcata and McKinleyville, (808) 392-3359 pineappleexpresstruck. com

BARBECUE Porter Street BBQ

BURRITO Cocina Mariposa

CHILI Bob’s Footlongs

BREAKFAST Beachcomber Cafe

BUTCHER North Coast Co-op

CHIPS & SALSA Oaxaca Grill

605 Broadway, Eureka (707) 443-1700 Find us on Facebook

ASIAN RESTAURANT Tomo Japanese Restaurant

363 Trinity St., Trinidad (707) 677-0106 beachcombercafetrinidad.com

BAGEL Los Bagels

1030 G St., Arcata (707) 825-8783

708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 8221414 tomoarcata.com 1085 I St., Arcata (707) 822-3150; 403 Second St., Eureka (707) 4428525 losbagels.com

BAKERY Ramone’s Bakery & Cafe

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BAR FOOD Vista Del Mar

91 Commercial St., Eureka (707) 443-3770

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Our BESTO cards are full, and our daubers are just about dry after celebrating the winners of this year’s Best of Humboldt awards. North Coast Journal readers nominated and voted on favorites across categories from Best Appetizers to Best Wedding Venue. This year, in keeping with our Bingo theme, we handed out awards and played a few rounds at Blue Lake Casino. Another round of applause to the local people and businesses that earned the honors this year!

BRUNCH Renata’s Creperie

BUBBLE/BOBA TEA Happy Donuts

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BURGER Eureka Stars Hamburgers 2009 Harrison Ave., Eureka (707) 445-2061 starshamburgers.com

4750 Fairway Drive, Eureka (707) 599-2469 cocinamariposa.com 811 I St., Arcata (707) 822-5947 25 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 443-6027 northcoast.coop

CATERING COMPANY Lost Coast Catering 3750 Harris St., Eureka lostcoastcatering.com

505 12th St., Fortuna (707) 725-2016 bobsfootlongs.com 508 Henderson St., Eureka (707) 445-9702 Find us on Facebook

CINNAMON ROLLS Patches Pastries

CHEESECAKE Ramone’s Bakery & Cafe

1006 Main St., Fortuna (707) 633-3959, 606 Main St., Ferndale (707) 633-3959 patchespastries.com

CHEF Matt at Tomo

607 Parker St., Trinidad (707) 677-3777 trinidadeatery.com

Arcata, Eureka and McKinleyville ramonesbakery.com 708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-1414 tomoarcata.com

CHICKEN SANDWICH Cap’s Food Shack

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CLAM CHOWDER Trinidad Bay Eatery & Gallery COOKIES Ramone’s Bakery & Cafe

Arcata, Eureka and McKinleyville ramonesbakery.com

CRAB SANDWICH Gill’s By the Bay

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1450 Broadway, Eureka (707) 442-6325, 2165 Central Ave., McKinleyville (707) 839-3636 eurekanaturalfoods.com

DOG-FRIENDLY DINING Six Rivers Brewery 1300 Central Ave., McKinleyville (707) 839-7580 sixriversbrewery.com

DOUGHNUTS Happy Donuts

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ICE CREAM Jersey Scoops

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ITALIAN RESTAURANT Gabriel’s

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LATE-NIGHT FOOD Toni’s 24 Hour Restaurant

EATS IN SOHUM The Lost Frenchman

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EATS IN WILLOW CREEK Kim’s Thai Kitchen

333 First St., Eureka (707) 798-6010 dicktaylorchocolate.com

3344 Redwood Drive, Redway (707) 923-2030 thelostfrenchman.com

38939 CA-299, Willow Creek (530) 278-6330 kimsthaikitchenca.com

FARMERS MARKET VENDOR Focaccia by Fulvio and Flavio Pietrini

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FISH & CHIPS Gallagher’s Restaurant & Pub

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FOOD TRUCK Cap’s Food Shack

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FRENCH FRIES Cap’s Food Shack

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FRIED CHICKEN The Couxp

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GLUTEN-FREE RESTAURANT Beachcomber Cafe 363 Trinity St., Trinidad (707) 677-0106 beachcombercafetrinidad.com

GROCERY STORE Murphy’s Markets

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HIDDEN GEM Falafelove

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BEST FARMERS MARKET VENDOR: FOCACCIA BY THE PIETRINIS

HOT DOG The Wild Hare Tavern

LOCAL CHOCOLATIER Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate

LOCALLY MADE PACKAGED FOOD Mad River Farms Jam

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LUNCH Hole in the Wall Great Sandwiches 590 G St., Arcata (707) 822-7407

MACARONI & CHEESE Cap’s Food Shack

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MEAT MARKET/COUNTER North Coast Co-op 811 I St., Arcata (707) 822-5947 25 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 443-6027 northcoast.coop

MEXICAN RESTAURANT Cocina Mariposa 4750 Fairway Drive, Eureka (707) 599-2469 cocinamariposa.com

NACHOS Las Cazuelas

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NATURAL FOODS STORE Eureka Natural Foods 1450 Broadway, Eureka (707) 442-6325, 2165 Central Ave., McKinleyville (707) 839-3636 eurekanaturalfoods.com

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DELI Eureka Natural Foods

NEW RESTAURANT Umami Sushi and Japanese Kitchen

1552 City Center Road, McKinleyville (707) 839-1222 umamihumboldt.com

ONION RINGS Gallagher’s Restaurant & Pub

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OUTDOOR DINING Rooftop Sushi

128 E St., Eureka (707) 407-0008 rooftopsushi.com

OVERALL SERVICE Tomo Japanese Restaurant

708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-1414 tomoarcata.com

PIE Slice of Humboldt Pie

660 K St., Arcata (707) 630-5100 sliceofhumboldtpie.com

PIZZA Paul’s Live From New York Pizza

Eureka, Arcata and Fortuna paulslfnypizza.com

PLACE TO EAT ALONE Los Bagels

1085 I St., Arcata (707) 822-3150 403 Second St., Eureka (707) 4428525 losbagels.com

RESTAURANT Brick & Fire

1630 F St., Eureka (707) 268-8959 brickandfirebistro.com

RESTAURANT SERVER Mimi Kyoko Wagner at Tomo 708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-1414 tomoarcata.com

When in Rome … make a colorful Roman hand gesture in disappointment, for the Pietrini brothers Fulvio (who does the baking) and Flavio are somehow in Humboldt instead, at the Old Town Farmers Market selling their marvelous focaccia at the stall with the rainbow lettering. The $5 squares of heavenly bread are embellished with olive oil, rosemary, olives, maybe some artichoke, a little red pepper, some garlic (*kisses fingers). Grazie mille.

SALAD Brick & Fire

1630 F St., Eureka (707) 268-8959 brickandfirebistro.com

SANDWICH Hole in the Wall Great Sandwiches 590 G St., Arcata (707) 822-7407

SEAFOOD Trinidad Bay Eatery & Gallery

607 Parker St., Trinidad (707) 677-3777 trinidadeatery.com

SERVING STAFF Tomo Japanese Restaurant

708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-1414 tomoarcata.com

SMOOTHIE/JUICE BAR Wildberries Marketplace

747 13th St., Arcata (707) 822-0095 wildberries.com

STEAK AA Bar and Grill

929 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 443-1632 aabarandgrill.net

SUSHI RESTAURANT Tomo Japanese Restaurant

708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-1414 tomoarcata.com

TACOS Taqueria el Gallo

1134 Fifth St., Eureka (707) 739-5642, 1240 Broadway, Eureka (707) 267-3643 taqueriaelgalloca.comm

TAKE AND BAKE PIZZA Babe’s Pizza & Pasta 4015 Walnut Drive, Eureka (707) 442-3839 babespizzapasta.com

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TAKEOUT Pineapple Express

1019 Myrtle Ave., Eureka and food truck locations in Fortuna, Eureka, Arcata and McKinleyville (808) 392-3359 pineappleexpresstruck.com

TOTS Toni’s 24 Hour Restaurant 1901 Heindon Road, Arcata (707) 822-0091 tonisrestaurant.com

VEGAN/VEGETARIAN OPTIONS Wildflower Café and Bakery 1604 G St., Arcata (707) 822-0360 wildflowercafebakery.com

VEGGIE BURGER Kebab Cafe

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

VIEW FROM THE TABLE Moonstone Grill 100 Moonstone Beach Road, Trinidad (707) 677-1616 moonstonegrill.com

COCKTAILS The Speakeasy

411 Opera Alley, Eureka (707) 444-2244 @the_speakeasy_bar

COFFEE HOUSE Stu’s Brews

71 W Fourth St., Eureka (707) 798-1770, 502 Henderson St., (707) 407-2799 stusbrewsdrivethru.com

COFFEE ROASTER Humboldt Bay Coffee Co. 520 Second St., Eureka (707) 444-3969 humboldtcoffee.com

DISTILLERY Alchemy Distillery

After 14 years at Sushi Spot, Jaime Osorio took over the McKinleyville location with his own Umami Sushi and Japanese Kitchen. And it looks like the maki, nigiri and specialty rolls have caught on with the sushi counter culture. A scant three months since its grand opening and Umami Sushi and Japanese Kitchen has won the coveted Best New Restaurant title. Kampai!

DIVE BAR Ernie’s

MARTINI The Speakeasy

330 S G St., Arcata (707) 822-8013 alchemydistillery.com 608 A St., Eureka (707) 798-1747 facebook.com/ErniesEureka

DRIVE-THRU COFFEE SHOP Shotz Coffee and Drive Thru Eureka, Fortuna and Rio Dell shotzcoffee.com

WINGS Humbrews

HAPPY HOUR Tomo Japanese Restaurant

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HOTEL BAR Tomo Japanese Restaurant

510 Railroad Ave., Blue Lake loggerbar.com

LOCAL BEER Pale Moon Brewing IPA

856 10th St., Arcata (707) 826-2739 humbrews.com

BAR The Logger Bar

BARTENDER Kayla Irving at Vista Del Mar

708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-1414 tomoarcata.com 708 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-1414 tomoarcata.com 600 F St., Ste. 7, Arcata palemoonbrewing.com

411 Opera Alley, Eureka (707) 444-2244 @the_speakeasy_bar

MILKSHAKE Toni’s 24 Hour Restaurant 1901 Heindon Road, Arcata (707) 822-0091 tonisrestaurant.com

MIMOSA Beachcomber Cafe

363 Trinity St., Trinidad (707) 677-0106 beachcombercafetrinidad.com

PATIO The Logger Bar

510 Railroad Ave., Blue Lake loggerbar.com

91 Commercial St., Eureka (707) 443-3770

LOCAL HARD CIDER Humboldt Cider Co. Blurberry

PLACE TO DRINK WITH YOUR DOG Paskenta Mad River Brewing

815 J St., Arcata (707) 630-5008 Find us on Facebook

LOCAL SPIRIT Alchemy Distillery Rye

SPORTS BAR Humbrews

LOCAL WINE Moonstone Crossing Cab Franc

TEA SHOP/PLACE TO BUY TEA Humboldt Herbals

BEER SELECTION Dead Reckoning Tavern

BLOODY MARY Brass Rail Bar & Grill

3188 Redwood Drive, Redway (707) 923-3188 facebook.com/brassrailbar

BREWERY Pale Moon Brewing

600 F St., Ste. 7, Arcata palemoonbrewing.com

CHEAP DRINKS Ernie’s

608 A St., Eureka (707) 798-1747 facebook.com/ErniesEureka

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3750 Harris St., Eureka (707) 798-6023 humboldtcidercompany.com

195 Taylor Way, Blue Lake (707) 668-4151 madriverbrewing.com

330 S G St., Arcata (707) 822-8013 alchemydistillery.com

856 10th St., Arcata (707) 826-2739 humbrews.com

529 Trinity St., Trinidad (707) 845-5492 moonstonecrossing.com

MARGARITA Fiesta Cafe

823 Broadway, Eureka (707) 269-2618 facebook.com/FiestaCafeEureka

300 Second St., Eureka (707) 442-3541 humboldtherbals.com

WINE SELECTION Libations

761 Eighth St. #1, Arcata (707) 499-7335

WINERY Septentrio Winery

650 Sixth St., Arcata (707) 672-2058 septentriowinery.com

ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION

ART GALLERY Morris Graves Museum of Art 636 F St., Eureka (707) 442-0278 humboldtarts.org

BAND: COVER BAND The Undercovers

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BAND: ORIGINAL BAND Object Heavy objectheavymusic.com

CASINO Blue Lake Casino Hotel

777 Casino Way, Blue Lake (707) 668-9770 bluelakecasino.com

CLUB DJ DJ Goldylocks

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CRAFT ARTIST Monica Topping-Adams @rockchickdesigns

DRAG ARTIST Gliterous Cliterous @gliterous_cliterous

FILMMAKER Justin Grimaldo

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GOLF COURSE Baywood Golf & Country Club 3600 Buttermilk Ln., Arcata (707) 822-3686 baywoodgcc.com

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KARAOKE Richards’ Goat Tavern & Tea Room

PLACE TO SHOOT POOL The Logger Bar 510 Railroad Ave., Blue Lake loggerbar.com

PLACES TO PLAY GAMES Game On Laser Tag and More 411 First St., Eureka (707) 798-1077 gameonlaser.com

401 I St., Arcata (707) 630-5000 richardsgoat.com

PUMPKIN PATCH/FARM Organic Matters Ranch

856 10th St., Arcata (707) 826-2739 humbrews.com

STAND-UP COMEDIAN Michele Simms

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TATTOO ARTIST Shayna Behrens

LIVE MUSIC VENUE Humbrews LOCAL ACTOR Caroline Needham LOCAL ARTIST Bella Bestia @thebellabestia

LOCAL CELEBRITY Olivia Gambino @og247x

LOCAL TOUR Madaket Harbor Cruise

1 C St., Eureka (707) 445-1910 humboldtbaymaritimemuseum. com/madaket-cruises.html

MUSEUM Clarke Historical Museum

240 E St., Eureka (707) 443-1947 clarkemuseum.org

MUSIC FESTIVAL Reggae on the River

240 Cooks Valley Road, Piercy reggaeontheriver.com

MUSICIAN Dustin Thompkins

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NIGHT CLUB The Basement

791 Eighth St., Arcata (707) 230-6451 basementarcata.com

PLACE TO SHAKE YOUR BOOTY The Basement

791 Eighth St., Arcata (707) 230-6451 basementarcata.com ANSWERS TO ONLY IN AMERICA

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BEST OF HUMBOLDT: A&E

6821 Myrtle Ave., Eureka @organicmattersranch @chelesimms

650 11th St., Fortuna @ shaynamaetattoo

THEATER COMPANY Ferndale Repertory Theatre

447 Main St., Ferndale (707) 786-5483 ferndalerep.org

VOCALIST Matthew Cox

BEST TATTOO ARTIST: SHAYNA BEHRENS

A flip through Shayna Behrens’ flash pieces reveals clever takes on old school and black and gray designs, as well as popping color pieces, from knights, swords and unicorns to pinups, rockets and animal skulls. But it’s the cheeky, sweetly macabre ones like the meditating Xenomorph, Mindflayer pinup and Midsommar boyfriend-in-a-bear-suit that really stuck us.

theundercovershumboldt.com

WEEKEND GETAWAY WITHIN 150 MILES The Historic Requa Inn

451 Requa Road, Klamath (707) 482-1425 requainn.com

RETAIL

ANTIQUE STORE 4th Street Mercantile

215 Fourth St., Eureka 4thstreetmercantile.com

APPLIANCE STORE Poletski’s Appliance Center 510 Harris St., Eureka (707) 445-3138 poletskis.com

BICYCLE SHOP Revolution Bicycles

2811 F St., Eureka (707) 443-9861 1593 G St., Arcata (707) 822-2562 revolutionbicycle.com

BOOKSTORE Booklegger

402 Second St., Eureka (707) 445-1344 Find us on Facebook

CAR LOT FOR NEW CARS Mid-City Motor World

4800 N U.S. Highway 101, Eureka (707) 443-4871 midcitymotorworld.com

CAR LOT FOR USED CARS Roy’s Auto Center

10 W Fifth St., Eureka (707) 443-7697 roysautocenter.com

CLOTHING STORE, CHILDREN’S Lots 4 Tots Plus The Clothing Closet

235 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 445-3477 @lots4totsplustheclothingcloset

CLOTHING STORE, MEN’S Picky Picky Picky Stores 600 E St., Eureka (707) 444-9201 pickypickypickystores.com

CLOTHING STORE, VINTAGE Little Shop of Hers

416 Second St., Eureka (707) 441-9078 facebook.com/theLittleShopofHers

CLOTHING STORE, WOMEN’S Belle Starr

405 Second St., Eureka (707) 441-1296 belle-starr.com

CRAFT STORE Scrapper’s Edge

728 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 445-9686 scrappersedge.net

DISPLAY WINDOW Good Relations

329 Second St., Eureka (707) 441-9570 goodrelations.com

FEED STORE A&L Feed

2308 Central Ave., McKinleyville (707) 839-3265 humcoaandlfeed.com

FRAMING STORE Eureka Art & Frame Co. 1636 F St., Eureka (707) 444-2888 eurekaartandframe.com

FURNITURE STORE Living Styles

37 W Second St., Eureka (707) 443-3161 livingstyles.net

GARAGE DOOR/ OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY Eureka Overhead Door 35 Third St., Eureka (707) 443-5529 eurekaoverheaddoor.com

GIFT SHOP Many Hands Gallery 438 Second St., Eureka (707) 445-0455 manyhandsgallery.net

HEAD SHOP S.T.I.L.

2940 Broadway Suite E, Eureka (707) 269-0210 stilhumboldt.com

HOBBY SHOP Good Relations

329 Second St., Eureka (707) 441-9570 goodrelations.com

HOME DECOR Plaza: Be Inspired

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

JEWELRY STORE Holly Yashi

1300 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-5132 hollyyashi.com

LIQUOR STORE Myrtlewood Liquors

1648 Myrtle Ave., Eureka (707) 444-8869 johnsfinecigars.com

MATTRESS STORE Moore’s Sleep World

Arcata, Eureka and Fortuna mooressleepworld.net

MUSIC STORE The Works

434 Second St., Eureka (707) 442-8121 theworkseureka.com

NEW STORE Kinfolk Beauty Supply 318 W. Harris St., Eureka (707) 832-0191 kinfolkbeautysupply.com

NURSERY/GARDEN SUPPLY STORE Pierson Garden Shop

4100 Broadway, Eureka (707) 441-2713 thebighammer.com/gardenshop

OUTDOOR GEAR STORE Picky Picky Picky Stores 600 E St., Eureka (707) 444-9201 pickypickypickystores.com

PAWN SHOP Humboldt Bay Trade & Pawn 1435 Fifth St., Eureka (707) 442-7777 humboldtpawn.com

PET STORE Fin-N-Feather

2931 F St., Eureka (707) 443-4914 fin-n-feather.com

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES Pacific Motorsports 4001 Broadway, Eureka (707) 443-8031 pacmoto.com

SHOE STORE Abraxas Shoes and Leather

615 Fifth St., Eureka (707) 798-6194 abraxasshoes.com

SKATE SHOP S.T.I.L.

2940 Broadway Suite E, Eureka (707) 269-0210 stilhumboldt.com

SOIL COMPANY Fox Farm Soil & Fertilizer Co.

1900 Bendixsen St. #9524, Samoa (707) 443-4369 foxfarmfertilizer.com

SOLAR COMPANY (TIE) Greenwired

1150 Evergreen Road #1, Redway (707) 923-2001, (707) 445-7913 greenwired.com Six Rivers Solar 818 Broadway, Eureka (707) 902-9508 sixriverssolar.com

THRIFT SHOP Discovery Shop

2942 F St., Eureka (707) 443-2155 cancer.org

TOY STORE Toy Box

2911 F St., Eureka (707) 445-0310

VAPE SHOP S.T.I.L.

2940 Broadway Suite E, Eureka (707) 269-0210 stilhumboldt.com

WINE SHOP Libations

761 Eighth St. #1, Arcata (707) 499-7335

SERVICES

ACCOUNTING FIRM Cunningham Malone & Morton Inc.

710 E St. #100, Eureka (707) 441-1111 cmmtax.com

ACUPUNCTURIST Dr. Nathan Webb

1460 G St., Arcata (707) 822-7400 drnathanwebb.com

AESTHETICIAN GlowMoore Skin Studio

1108 Main St., Fortuna (530) 315-2813 glowmoore.glossgenius.com

APPLIANCE REPAIR Redwood Appliance Center 1027 Main St., Fortuna (707) 725-7918 redwoodappliancecenter.com

ATTORNEY Nate Zwerdling

804 Third St., Eureka (707) 798-6211 zwerdlinglaw.com

AUTO BODY SHOP Quality Body Works

949 W. Del Norte St., Eureka (707) 443-7769 qualitybodyworks.com

AUTO DETAIL American Auto Detailing 2332 Second St., Eureka (707) 445-2947 americanautodetail.shop

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AUTO REPAIR JL Automotive

505 Summer St., Eureka (707) 798-6301 Find us on Facebook

AUTO WINDOW TINTING Ricardo’s Window Tinting 2039 Broadway., Ste. B, Eureka (707) 616-6345

BANK Redwood Capital Bank

Arcata, Eureka and Fortuna redwoodcapitalbank.com

BARBER Matty G

square.site/book/DSKFYV5KMG0Z0 /matty-g-eureka-ca

BARBERSHOP Off the Map Barber Shack

529 F St., Eureka (707) 798-1966 @offthemap_mike

BED & BREAKFAST/AIRB&B The Lost Whale Inn Oceanfront B&B 3452 Patricks Point Drive, Trinidad (707) 677-3425 lostwhaleinn.com

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BODY PIERCING Primal Decor

CELL PHONE PROVIDER Verizon

COUNTERTOP COMPANY Carbonneau Ceramic Tile

BOOKKEEPING Anchor Point Business Consulting

CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE ACTIVE CARE Chiropractic

CREDIT UNION Coast Central Credit Union

1908 Myrtle Ave., Eureka (707) 445-2609 primaldecor.com

(707) 498-6677 anchorpointsupport.net

CAR STEREO Eureka Car Stereo

1459 Broadway, Eureka (707) 445-3283 eurekacarstereo.com

CAR WASH Carriage Car Wash

1441 Broadway, Eureka (707) 443-2448 Find us on Facebook

CAREGIVING ORGANIZATION Food For People

307 W. 14th St., Eureka (707) 445-3166 foodforpeople.org

CARPET CLEANER A-1 Cleaning Service, LLC 12 W Seventh St., Eureka (707) 442-3229 a1clean.com

1122 Broadway, Eureka (707) 442-8334 verizonwireless.com

1775 Harrison Ave., Eureka (707) 445-8080 activecarespecialists.com

CLEANING SERVICE A-1 Cleaning Service, LLC 12 W Seventh St., Eureka (707) 442-3229 a1clean.com

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE COMPANY Ming Tree Realtors

509 J St., Eureka (707) 445-4500 mingtree.com

COMPUTER REPAIR SERVICE Renaissance Computing

1309 11th St. #104, Arcata (707) 822-7591 rencomputing.com

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Revival Home Builders

McKinleyville (707) 839-8378 revivalhomebuilders.com

2306 Second St., Eureka (707) 443-8842 ceramictileman.com

Arcata, Crescent City, Eureka, Fortuna, Hoopa, McKinleyville, Weaverville, Willow Creek coastccu.org

CUSTOM PRINT SHOP/TROPHY Scrapper’s Edge

728 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 445-9686 scrappersedge.net

CUSTOMER SERVICE Jitter Bean Coffee Three locations in Eureka @jitterbeanhumco jitterbeancoffee.com

DANCE STUDIO Dance Scene Studio

1011 H St., Eureka (707) 502-2188 danceeureka.com

DENTIST OFFICE Grayson Palmer, DDS 831 Harris St., Eureka (707) 443-8367

DOCTOR’S OFFICE Open Door Community Health Center

HARDWARE/LUMBER STORE Pierson Building Center

DOGGIE DAYCARE Happy Dog

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING COMPANY Greenwired

3346 Jacobs Ave., Eureka (707) 442-5400 eurekahappydog.com

4100 Broadway, Eureka (707) 441-2700 thebighammer.com

1150 Evergreen Road #1, Redway (707) 923-2001, (707) 445-7913 greenwired.com

ELECTRICAL Scurfield Electric Heating & Solar

HERBALIST Yemaya’s Apothecary

EVENT COORDINATOR/ PLANNER Celebration Boulevard

300 Second St., Eureka (707) 442-3541 humboldtherbals.com

550 S. G St. Suite 14, Arcata (707) 825-0759 callscurfield.com

1305 H St., Eureka (707) 845-7243 celebration-blvd.com

FINANCIAL ADVISOR Kingsview Partners

205 I St. Suite A, Eureka (707) 273-6448 kingsview.com

FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICE Coast Central Credit Union Arcata, Crescent City, Eureka, Fortuna, Hoopa, McKinleyville, Weaverville, Willow Creek coastccu.org

FLOORING/CARPET STORE Carbonneau Ceramic Tile 2306 Second St., Eureka (707) 443-8842 ceramictileman.com

FLORIST Pocket of Posies

4050 Broadway, Eureka (707) 496-5146 popflorals.com

FUEL STATION Blue Lake Fuel & Fun

777 Casino Way, Blue Lake (707) 668-9770 bluelakecasino.com

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Abie Rose Design abierose.com

GYM HealthSPORT

McKinleyville, Arcata, Eureka and Fortuna healthsport.com

HAIR STYLIST Samantha Beridon

@tousled.bysamantha

HANDYMAN Jeffrey Gerbic (530) 514-0686

yemayasapothecary.com

HOLISTIC MEDICINE Humboldt Herbals

Aoife Malloney/File

2200 Tydd St., Eureka and other locations countywide (707) 441-1624 opendoorhealth.com

BEST FLORIST: POCKET OF POSIES

HOSPITAL Providence St. Joseph Hospital Eureka

This pocket-sized shop holds big things — you’d be forgiven for zipping past it on Broadway, but you’d miss out. Not only are there the requisite beautiful blooms and fragrant wreaths, but I once went in last minute to order a corsage for a young lady whose aesthetic was sort of intergalactic Disney Princess purple and holy hydrangeas, they did it. Best Florist, indeed.

HOTEL Blue Lake Casino Hotel

Garberville (707) 923-2886

2700 Dolbeer St., Eureka (707) 445-8121 providence.org 777 Casino Way, Blue Lake (707) 668-9770 bluelakecasino.com

INSURANCE AGENT Scott Hammond State Farm

537 Seventh St. Suite 1, Eureka (707) 444-2504 sfhammond.com

INSURANCE OFFICE Stan Smith Insurance Services 509 J St #3, Eureka, CA 95501 (707) 269-4314 stansmithinsurance.com

LAW OFFICE Nielsen Cashman & Dean Law Office

2850 Harris St., Eureka (707) 269-0167 ncdlawfirm.com

LAWN MAINTENANCE SERVICE J & G Lawn and Garden

654 Main St., Fortuna (707) 725-2731 jglawngarden.com

LOAN OFFICER Sam Sinn

Coast Central Credit Union McKinleyville and Crescent City (707) 445-8801 ext. 1376 coastccu.org/personal/mortgageloans

MAILING CENTER Scrapper’s Edge

728 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 445-9686 scrappersedge.net

MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO Dragon Heart Tang Soo Do 286 Sprowl Creek Road,

facebook.com/dragonhearttangsoodo

MASSAGE THERAPIST Monica Ballard

OIL CHANGE Premier Oil Change

courses.monicaballard.com

135 W. Harris St., Eureka (707) 445-5823 premieroilchange.com

4677 Valley East Blvd. #2, Arcata (707) 633-3009 moonstonemidwives.com

2773 Harris St. Suite H, Eureka (707) 445-4126 ColeFamilyEyeCare.com

MIDWIFERY PRACTICE Moonstone Midwives Birth Center

MORTGAGE COMPANY Humboldt Home Loans 2145 Myrtle Ave., Eureka (707) 269-2334 humboldthomeloans.com

MORTUARY/ FUNERAL HOME Ayres Family Cremation 2620 Jacobs Ave., Eureka (707) 269-7160 ayrescremation.com

MUFFLER SHOP JL Automotive

505 Summer St., Eureka (707) 798-6301 Find us on Facebook

NAIL SALON Brittany McBroome 637 F St., Arcata (707) 822-1399 @slay_allll_day

NOTARY Erica Canevari

anessentialadventure.com/notarypublic-services

OPTOMETRY OFFICE Cole Family Eye Care Optometry

ORTHODONTIST Century Orthodontics, Dr. Howard Hunt and Dr. Christian Hagge

707 I St., Eureka (707) 443-1390 huntsmiles.com

OUTDOOR GUIDE SERVICE Lost Coast Adventures 210 Wave Drive, Shelter Cove (707) 382-1959 lostcoastadventures.com

PAINTING COMPANY CDH Painting Inc.

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

PEDIATRICIAN James Killfoil, MD, Redwood Pediatric Medical Group 3305 Renner Drive, Fortuna (707) 725-9355

PERSONAL TRAINER Violet Cayton at BodyTuners 511 H St., Eureka (707) 440-9311 bodytuners-gym.com

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PEST CONTROL 707 Pest Solutions

1302 Spear Ave., Arcata (707) 441-1733 707pestsolutions.com

PET GROOMING SERVICE Humboldt Zoom and Groom (707) 499-3716 humboldtzoomandgroom.com

PHARMACY Garberville Pharmacy

286 Sprowl Creek Road, Garberville (707) 921-7078 sohumhealth.org/ services/pharmacy

PHOTOGRAPHER The Shootin’ Gallery

563 Main St., Ferndale (707) 798-7707 @theshootingallery

PHYSICIAN Snehal Raisoni, MD

SoHum Health, Garberville sohumhealth.org/medicalproviders

PLACE TO ADOPT AN ANIMAL Sequoia Humane Society

6073 Loma Ave, Eureka (707) 442-1782 sequoiahumane.org

PLUMBING BUSINESS NorthWest Plumbing Solutions (369) 226-9660 northwestplumbingsolutions.com

PRE-SCHOOL Powell Family Child Care 2232 Hemlock St., Eureka (707) 444-8453

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY Six Rivers Property Management 755 12th St., Fortuna (707) 725-1094 six-rivers.com

REAL ESTATE AGENT (TIE) Annalise von Borstel

427 F St., Ste. 213, Eureka (707) 445-3081 agentannalise.com Desiree Avila 773 Redwood Drive, Ste. B, Garberville (707) 362-0031 desireeavilagroup.com

REAL ESTATE COMPANY Hyperion Humboldt Realty 427 F St., Ste., Eureka (707) 445-3081 hyperionhumboldt.com

RECORDING STUDIO Sound Squad Records 23 Fifth St., Ste. 2, Eureka (707) 633-2626 soundsquadrecords.com

RESIDENTIAL/ COMMERCIAL GLASS COMPANY McKinleyville Glass

TREE TRIMMING SERVICE Charleston Tree Service

ROOFING COMPANY Alves Inc.

2390 Myrtle Ave., Eureka (707) 443-8686 myrtleavenuevet.com

1607 Central Ave., McKinleyville (707) 839-2964 mckinleyvilleglass.com 4200 West End Road, Arcata (707) 825-4725 thinkalvesinc.com

SALON Urban Rootz

1933 Central Ave. Suite B, McKinleyville (707) 839-0271 @urban_rootz707

SECURITY STORE/ LOCKSMITH Advanced Security Systems 1336 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 443-6366 advancedsecurity.us

SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY Timber Ridge

2740 Timber Ridge Lane, Eureka (707) 443-3000, 1400 Nursery Way, McKinleyville (707) 839-9100 timberridgecare.com

SMOG SHOP JL Automotive

WEB DESIGNER HumWeb-it

10 W. Seventh St., Eureka (707) 854-3369

WINDSHIELD REPAIR COMPANY George’s Glass Inc.

360 N Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna (707) 725-3287

YOGA STUDIO Humboldt Yoga

216 J St., Eureka (443) 204-2411 humboldtyoga.com

CANNABIS

CANNABIS MANUFACTURER Moca Humboldt

Eureka, Arcata and McKinleyville rainbowstorage.com

DISPENSARY The Humboldt County Collective (THCC)

650 11th St., Fortuna (707) 725-3941 @gildedgatortattoo

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987 Eighth St., Arcata (707) 825-8345 bghp.org

1639 Central Ave. Ste. A, McKinleyville (707) 839-7772 essentialelementsspa.com

TATTOO STUDIO The Gilded Gator Tattoo

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VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION Breast and GYN Health Project

505 Summer St., Eureka (707) 798-6301 Find us on Facebook

STORAGE CENTER Rainbow Self Storage

Formerly Arrington Apples, the orchard amid redwoods is secluded and lovely, and close enough to town not to require long drives or camping. So we get why Mitchell Grove is a favorite for al fresco nuptials. The vibe, according to the owners, is “DIY-ish,” allowing couples and their entourages to do their own thing with or without helping hands. It all sounds very Humboldt and like a fine place to wed the apple of your eye.

VETERINARY OFFICE Myrtle Avenue Veterinary Hospital

BUDTENDER Jon at THCC

SPA Essential Elements Spa

BEST OUTDOOR WEDDING VENUE: MITCHELL GROVE

(707) 497-4471 charleston-tree.com

1662 Myrtle Ave. Suite A, Eureka (707) 442-2420 Find us on leafly.com

204 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 798-1525 mocahumboldt.com

1662 Myrtle Ave. Suite A, Eureka (707) 442-2420 Find us on leafly.com

TAX SERVICE Cunningham Malone & Morton Inc.

LOCAL CANNABIS DELIVERY Humboldt’s Premium

TIRE SHOP Les Schwab Tire Center

LOCAL CANNABIS FARM Huckleberry Hill Farms

710 E St. #100, Eureka (707) 441-1111 cmmtax.com Eureka, Fortuna and McKinleyville lesschwab.com

TOWING COMPANY Buddy’s Auto Center Inc.

113 H St., Arcata (707) 822-2615 buddysautocenter.com

1131 Broadway, Eureka (707) 496-0506 humboldtspremium.com pickhumboldt.com

LOCAL CANNABIS PRODUCT Space Gem

1551 Nursery Way Suite B, McKinleyville spacegemcandy.com

BACHELOR PARTY LOCATION Blue Lake Casino Hotel

WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT The Axe Box

Sunnybrae Center, Arcata (707) 502-7262 theaxebox.com

777 Casino Way, Blue Lake (707) 668-9770 bluelakecasino.com

WEDDING FLORIST Country Living Florist

650 Sixth St., Arcata (707) 672-2058 septentriowinery.com

WEDDING HAIR STYLIST Samantha Beridon

BACHELORETTE PARTY LOCATION Septentrio Winery

COUPLES THERAPIST Tamela Christiansen

310 F St., Eureka (707) 390-0393 humcounseling. com/tamela

DIVORCE LAWYER Elan Firpo

1309 11th St. #105, Arcata (707) 822-8967 countrylivingflorist.com @tousled.bysamantha

WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST Lacie Cueto

519 Everding St., Eureka (707) 798-6035 studio1esthetics.square.site

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WEDDINGS

BEST LOCAL RADIO STATION: KMUD

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER Moonstone Images

Let’s hear it for Redwood Community Radio and the folks who support it. KMUD DJs are spinning every conceivable genre from reggae to gospel and covering topics from literature to ecology. Tune in for national news, your local city council meetings and updates on helicopters in the hills. Sounds like Humboldt’s Best Local Radio Station, all right.

940 Broadway, Eureka (707) 443-0833 partyplaceeureka.com

WEDDING PLANNER Celebration Boulevard

LOCAL ACTIVIST Betty Chinn

LOCAL TEACHER Marcia Brady, Garfield School

(800) 205-8292

WEDDING VENUE, INDOOR The Barn by Fernbridge

LOCAL AUTHOR Collin Yeo

LOCAL TV STATION KEET TV

804 Third St. Unit C, Eureka (707) 798-2828

EVENT/PARTY RENTALS Party Place

OFFICIANT Dana Hope

PLACE TO GET A TUX OR DRESS Promises Bridal

2824 F St., Eureka (707) 443-0814 promisesbridalshop.com

PLACE TO GET A WEDDING CAKE Sugar Bear Baking Company sugarbearbakingco.com

PLACE TO GET GIFTS FOR YOUR WEDDING PARTY Good Relations

329 Second St., Eureka (707) 441-9570 goodrelations.com

WEDDING BAND The Undercovers

theundercovershumboldt.com

WEDDING CATERER Lost Coast Catering 3750 Harris St., Eureka (707) 672-4374 lostcoastcatering.com

WEDDING DJ Accurate Productions Inc.

1900 Bendixsen St., Building 7, Unit A, Samoa (707) 926-4141 accurateproductions.com

(707) 834-1835 moonstoneimages.co 1305 H St., Eureka (707) 845-7243 celebration-blvd.com

26 Goble Lane, Ferndale (707) 599-5111 facebook.com/ thebarnbyfernbridge

WEDDING VENUE, OUTDOOR Mitchell Grove

4555 Mitchell Road, Eureka (707) 445-8387 mitchellgrove.com

WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER ML Studios mlstudiosphoto.com

BONUS!

BATHROOM Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge 129 Second St., Eureka (707) 407-0634 historiceagle house.com/phatsy-kline-s

BUILDING WHEREIN TO FIND A GHOST The Inn at 2nd & C in the Historic Eagle House

124 C St., Eureka (707) 444-3344 historiceaglehouse.com

HANGOUT FOR SENIORS Adult Day Health Care of Mad River

3800 Janes Road, Arcata (707) 822-4866 adhcmadriver.org

133 Seventh St., Eureka (707) 407-3833 bettychinn.org northcoastjournal.com/author/ collin-yeo

LOCAL CAUSE Paws Cause

humboldtpawscause.com

LOCAL DO-GOODER Heidi Benzonelli

linkedin.com/in/heidi-benzonelliburden-9ba72310

LOCAL PERSONALITY Burlyman Dana Hall cool1055.com

LOCAL PODCAST Humboldt Last Week

www.humboldtlastweek.com

LOCAL POLITICIAN Natalie Arroyo

humboldtgov.org/467/4th-District

LOCAL RADIO PERSONALITY Burlyman Dana Hall cool1055.com

LOCAL RADIO STATION KMUD 1144 Redway Drive, Redway (707) 923-2513 kmud.org

LOCAL SANTA Jacoby Storehouse

780 Seventh St., Arcata (707) 826-2426

garfieldschool.org/about-us/ school-staff (707) 445-0813 keet.org

LOCALLY-MADE PRODUCT Ohana Organics Tattoo Butter

(707) 444-2227 ohanaorganics.com

NEW BUSINESS Pali Veda paliveda.com

NONPROFIT Humboldt NeuroHealth

Arcata, Eureka and Fortuna humboldtneurohealth.org

PARKING LOT Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary

South G St., Arcata cityofarcata.org/340/ArcataMarsh-Wildlife-Sanctuary

PLACE TO BREAK UP WITH SOMEONE A FREE Pile That Has a Couch PLACE TO MEET SINGLES The Connection Club the-connection-club.com

PLACE TO WORK Jitter Bean Coffee

Three locations in Eureka @jitterbeanhumco jitterbeancoffee.com

PLACE TO WORSHIP Faith Center

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DANCE Redwood Tango. Third Sunday of every month, 3-6 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Learn and dance with other tango enthusiasts. Every third Sunday in the ballroom. All ages. $10. eventlead. eaglehouse@gmail.com. historiceaglehouse.com/ live-music-events. (707) 407-0634. MUSIC Summer Concerts in the Garden. 1-3 p.m. Humboldt Botanical Garden, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, College of the Redwoods campus, north entrance, Eureka. Live local music on the lawn, plus vendors and food. Beer and wine available for purchase. Picnics welcome. Service dogs permitted. This week: Papa Haole and the Fleas Regular garden entry fee, $5 HBG members, under 18 free. hbgf.org. 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. umc-joyfulhealer.org. (707) 845-1959. Wine and Jazz. Third Sunday of every month, 3-5 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Monthly performance series highlighting Humboldt County performers. Featuring Francis Vanek and RLA. Regular admission. humboldtarts.org. THEATER The Sound of Music. 2-4 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. HLOC presents the musical about a governess who falls in love with the von Trapp children and their widowed father in 1939 Austria. $15-$25.00 (+fee). info@hloc.org. hloc.org. (707) 499-3787. EVENTS Humboldt County Fair. 12-10 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Five days of rides, fun, food, exhibits, entertainment and more. Featuring performances by Sea Lion Splash, the K9 King Flying Dog Show, Violin on Fire and live bands. Grandstands events include the Outlaw Rodeo, Live at the Humboldt County Fair concerts, a Shell-ebration seafood festival and a Siren’s Tavern dance party. $15. officemanager@humboldtcountyfair.org. humboldtcountyfair.org/2026-fair. Humboldt Obon Festival. 3-7 p.m. Creamery District, 1251 Ninth St., Arcata. Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity (HAPI) presents a Japanese Buddhist honoring of one’s ancestors with a blessing, stories and Obon traditions, an altar, Asian and Pacific Islander food vendors, children’s activities, music, bon dancing and more. Reggae on the River 2026. County Line Ranch, 240 Cooks Valley Road, Piercy. A weekend of live music, camping and riverside vibes featuring Burning Spear, The Movement, Kabaka Pyramid, Don Carlos and more. varies, see website. www.reggaeontheriver. com/. Trinidad Artisans Market. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saunders Plaza, 353 Main St., Trinidad. Next to Murphy’s Market. Featuring local art and crafts, live music and barbecue. Free admission. 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. This year features strings, woodwinds, pianos, marimbas and a live lecture concert. tbamfest.com. FOR KIDS Mini Masters Program. Third Sunday of every month, noon. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Families participate together in this art-making workshop linked to the Storytime book. Projects that inspire literacy, creativity and community geared toward children 2-5 years, but all children are welcome. All kids receive a free book. This month’s book is Be A Maker by Katey Howes. humboldtarts.org. FOOD Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. Half Dollar Holler bake sale to help to support Dell’Arte International. A dozen kinds of scratch baked bread and cookies. Located at the Center of the Universe behind Dell’Arte International, First and H St. in Blue Lake.

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Hot food for everyone. Mostly vegan and organic and always delicious. Free. GARDEN Volunteer Workday. 10 a.m.-noon. Trinidad Museum, 400 Janis Court. Help maintain the native plant garden located behind the museum and library. Serious rain cancels. 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. Eureka Waterfront Guided Birding Trip. Third Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Eureka Waterfront, Foot of Del Norte Street. Wth leader Ralph Bucher. This relatively urban trail offers the potential to observe species abundance and diversity. Email to sign up. Free. thebook@reninet.com. rras.org. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. With $5,000 in cash and prizes. Community fishing effort supports native fish conservation research along the North Coast; open to all anglers through Aug. 31. Details, rules and a guide to catching pikeminnow in the Eel River online. tribresearch@gmail.com. tribresearch.org/pikeminnow/. ETC Public Skate. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. Roll over to the Fireman’s Pavilion in Rohner Park. Public Skate sessions may close early if there is no one in attendance. $5.50 ages 6 and older, $3.50 ages 5 and younger, bring skates for a $0.50 off (rules online), $2 non-skater minor. friendlyfortuna. com/departments/parks_recreation.

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ART Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. Hosted by Joyce Jonté. $10, cash or Venmo. redwoodart.net. MUSIC Ukulele Fight Club of Humboldt. Third Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Bring a ukulele and join the fun. All levels welcome. $3 drop-in fee. ukulelisarae@gmail.com. ukulelefightclubofhumboldt.com. FOOD Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. Enjoy a family-friendly dinner (menu changes monthly), then test your luck with bingo. All ages. $10 dinner, $10 for 10 bingo cards. vanduzengrange@ gmail.com. instagram.com/vanduzengrange. (707) 296-4161. Harvest Box Deliveries. Multi-farm-style CSA boxes with a variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, all GMOfree and grown locally. Monday: serving Blue Lake, Arcata, McKinleyville and Trinidad. Tuesday: serving Eureka and Fortuna. $30/box, $15 for EBT customers. harvesthub@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. humboldtharvestbox.org/. Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. Fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and more. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/ miranda.html. (707) 441-9999. ETC Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. This informational Zoom session will go over the steps and safeguards of Area 1 Agency on Aging’s matching process and the different types of homeshare partnerships. Email for the link. Free. homeshare@a1aa.org. a1aa.org/homesharing. (707) 442-3763.

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DANCE Baywater Blues Fusion. 7-9 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Learn how to dance to a variety of music. Every Tuesday in the ballroom. All ages welcome. $5-$15. eventlead.eaglehouse@gmail. com. historiceaglehouse.com/live-music-events. (707) 407-0634. MUSIC Redwood Interfaith Gospel Choir Practice. 6-8

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p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. The RIGC sings gospel music and practices from mid-August to mid-December and from mid-January through May. No auditions. Join this wonderful group of welcoming singers. For more info: (415) 418-4434 Free. redwoodinterfaithgospelchoir.com. (415) 418-4434. FOOD Fortuna Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Fortuna Farmers Market, 10th and Main streets. Offering fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers can receive a market match at every farmers market. info@ northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/fortuna.html. (707) 441-9999. Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Old Town Certified Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Town, F Street between First and Third streets, Eureka. Fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, jam, crafts and more, plus live music. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers are able to receive a market match at every farmers market. Free. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation. org. (707) 441-9999. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shelter Cove Farmers Market, Gyppo Ale Mill Parking Lot, ​1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Whitethorn. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, flowers and more. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/sheltercove.html. (707) 441-9999. ETC English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. Build English language confidence in ongoing online and in-person classes. All levels and first languages welcome. Join anytime. Pre-registration not required. Free. englishexpressempowered.com. (707) 443-5021.

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DANCE Country Swing. Third Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Get into the country vibe at Country Swing in the gorgeous ballroom at The Historic Eagle House! All ages welcome and only $5 to participate. $5. eventlead. eaglehouse@gmail.com. www.historiceaglehouse. com/live-music-events. 707-407-0634. MUSIC The Joy of Singing Choir. 5:30-7 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. Singing circle that focuses on singing in harmony through improvisation as well as repertoire, including resistance songs. All level drop-ins welcome. $10-$20, no one turned away for lack of funds. hello@bynieves.com. EVENTS Electric Home and Vehicle Fair. 4-7 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. Find out how to use tax credits for electric vehicles and effecient home appliances. Talk with heat pump and solar installers, local car dealers who sell electric vehicles and home electricans. Presented by 350 Humboldt and other groups, with support from RCEA. Free. GARDEN U-Pick Flowers. 2-6 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka. Pick flowers at the farm. Park in the large gravel parking lot and follow the signs to the u-pick area. Donations support u-pick and community compost programs. $5-$30. mdrummond@rcaa.org. ncrlt.org/what-we-do/ conserved-properties/. (707) 269-2071. ETC Grief Support Services in Spanish. Third Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Road., Fortuna. A safe and welcoming space for Spanish-speaking individuals to process loss, connect with others, and receive compassionate support. Este grupo está abierto para todas las personas en la comunidad que habla español, que estén pasando por la pérdida de un ser querido. glccenter.org.

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ART Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. With a live model. Bring your own art supplies. Call to contact Clint. $5. synapsisperformance.com. (707) 362-9392.

DANCE Line Dancing with Kim O’Quinn. 12-1 p.m. McKinleyville Senior Center, 1620 Pickett Road. Join Kim and the crew for an hour of fun and exercise. Donation. (707) 839-0191. LECTURE “Going Up The River”. 7 p.m. Humboldt Grange #501, 5845 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka. Local history presentation with historian Jerry Rohde. Featuring the work of photographer and drone videographer Erin Scofield. Free. MUSIC Music in the Park. 6-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Live music, lawn games, food vendors, local artisans, the beer booth and more. mckinleyvillechamber@gmail.com. mckinleyvillechamber.com/member-services/music-in-the-park/. (707) 839-2449. SPOKEN WORD Reworded Open Mic Night. Third Thursday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge, 139 Second St., Eureka. Poetry workshop at 5 p.m. Open mic from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free. events@histroiceaglehouse.com. historiceaglehouse.com. (707) 444-3344. FOOD Henderson Center Farmers Markets. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, baked goods, eggs, plants and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers can receive market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/hendersoncenter.html. (707) 441-9999. SPORTS Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/ Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. Monthly league nights are open to all ages and skill levels. Registration opens at 5 p.m. Games at 6 p.m. Different format each week. Bags are available to borrow. Drinks available at the Canteen. Outside food OK. $15. mike@ buffaloboards.com.

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ART Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 17 listing. EVENTS Arcata Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Fun, family friendly event with artisan craft vendors, street food, food trucks, live music and a full bar. Free admission. FOR KIDS Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. Drop off your 3.5-12 year old for interactive exhibits, science experiments, crafts and games, exploring the planetarium, playing in the water table or jumping into the soft blocks. $17-$20. info@discovery-museum. org. discovery-museum.org/classesprograms.html. (707) 443-9694. Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in the children’s room. For children 2 to 6 years old with their caregivers. Other family members are welcome to join in the fun. Free. manthony@co.humboldt.ca.us. humlib.org. (707) 269-1910. FOOD Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Farmers Market, Garberville Town Square. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, crafts and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers can receive a market match at every farmers market. info@ northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/garberville.html. (707) 441-9999. OUTDOORS Free Bike Valet at Arcata Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:15 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Check in your bike with the Coalition for Responsible Transportation Priorities (CRTP). We’ll watch your bike from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. behind the old CalPoly Humboldt Campus Store, 697 8th St. Arcata. Free.

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Continued from page 25 crtpbikevalet@gmail.com. transportationpriorities. org. (707) 273-1081. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. See Aug. 16 listing. ETC Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing.

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MUSIC 42 Buck$ Album Release Party. 6-9 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Featuring: 42 Buck$, dr.Oop, DJ Hawk, DJ Tronics, Nac One, Zigzilla, Flo J Simpson, live art by young artist Axel. EVENTS Fore! The 6th Annual Community Golf Classic. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Eureka Municipal Golf Course, 4750 Fairway Drive. The C.A.P.E. Fund and The Betty Kwan Chinn Homeless Foundation are excited to host the Scramble Tournament. 8:30am shotgun start. First place takes $1500! Details online, or call the Pro Shop at 707-443-4808 to register your team today. All proceeds support the C.A.P.E. Fund & The Betty Kwan Chinn Homeless Foundation, benefiting our community members in need by providing access to housing & quality of life programming. $500 per foursome. sparrish@eurekaca.gov. www.eurekaheroes.org/golftournament. 707-613-0192. GLC Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Road., Fortuna. Enjoy drinks, food, cornhole, seating and soccer. Free entry. Layla@ glccenter.org. glccenter.org. Hops in Humboldt. Rohner Park, 5 Park St., Fortuna. Unlimited samples of hundreds of different micro-brews from more than 35 breweries. Live music, art and craft vendors, commemorative glass. Ages 21 and over with ID at the gate. hopsinhumboldt.com. Summer Nights at the Farmstand. 5-7 p.m. Sea Goat Farmstand & Folk School, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets for live local music, artisan and market booths. Family friendly. Free. seagoatmakerspace@gmail.com. seagoatfarmstand.org. (707) 497-9212. Wiyot Goutswe’m (One Sky) Celebration. 4 p.m.-midnight. Table Bluff Reservation, 1000 Wiyot Drive, Loleta. Annual celebration honoring elders and veterans that includes traditional singers and dancers, traditional games, traditional gambling, youth activities, Native American vendors/merchandise, educational/demonstration booths. At the ceremony grounds on the north side of Table Bluff Reservation. wiyot.us. 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. Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Community Breakfast. Fourth Saturday of every month, 8-11 a.m. Humboldt Grange #501, 5845 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka. Serving scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes or biscuits and gravy. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and juice. Donation: $10 large, $7 small, free for kids under 5.

Humboldt Dockside Saturday Seafood Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Fresh local fish and seafood every Saturday through Oct. 31 at Madaket Plaza. EBT accepted. On-site fillet services available. No market on July 4. Vechornytsi: An afternoon of Ukrainian music, food, and tradition. 2-4 p.m. Wharfinger Building, 1 Marina Way, Eureka. Please join College of the Redwoods’ Multilingual Club for Vechornytsi: An afternoon of Ukrainian music, food, and tradition, August 22 2pm-4pm at Eureka’s Wharfinger Building, 1 Marina Way. Free admission. Bring your family and friends and celebrate with us! Registration suggested here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HtVAEBPKeZ Questions? Contact jonathan-maiullo@redwoods. edu or 707-476-4527 Free. jonathan-maiullo@redwoods.edu. forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HtVAEBPKeZ. 707-476-4527. OUTDOORS Beach + Invasives Cleanup: Surfrider’s 42nd Birthday. 9 a.m.-noon. King Salmon - Buhne Point, 40°44’28.7”N 124°12’52.9”W. Celebrate 42 years of Surfrider by giving back to the coast that started it all. Join the Surfrider Foundation Humboldt Chapter for a morning beach and invasives cleanup in King Salmon, we’ll clear trash from the shoreline and remove invasive plants that crowd out native dune habitat. Gloves and tools are provided. Please bring water, sun protection, and closed-toe shoes. All ages and abilities are welcome, come for an hour or stay the whole morning. 0. mrobinson@humboldt.surfrider.org. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. See Aug. 16 listing. SPORTS Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. Ages 45 and up. Call Dolly. In the Girls Gym. (707) 725-3709. ETC 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. Local Artists and Makers at Los Bagels. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Los Bagels, Arcata, 1061 I St. Enjoy a rotating lineup of local artists and vendors outside the shop on summer Saturdays. losbagels.com. Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing. Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. Enjoy a cold beverage in the canteen with comrades. Play pool or darts. If you’re a veteran, this place is for you. Free. PearceHansen999@outlook.com. (707) 443-5331.

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MUSIC Summer Music Series: Jenni & David and the Sweet Soul Band. 1-3 p.m. Humboldt Botanical Garden, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, College of the Redwoods campus, north entrance, Eureka. The Summer Music Series continues with Jenni & David and the Sweet Soul Band. Altogether they make a soulful, funky, and bluesy musical group. Join us and friends for an afternoon of dancing in the garden to this dynamic mix of funk, soul, blues, and R&B featuring an extended lineup with bass, saxophones, and drums. Humboldt Bay Burgers returns to serve up their tasty grilled burgers and sandwiches. Cafe Artistes is also here serving coffees & teas and sweets. Picnics and lawn chairs are welcome. Wine and beer available for

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ART Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 17 listing. FOOD Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Aug. 17 listing. ETC Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Aug. 17 listing.

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purchase. $5 for HBG members, non-members pay daily garden admissions fee.. hbgf@hbgf.org. hbgf. org. 7074425139. Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 16 listing. EVENTS Birding on the Madaket Boat Tour. 4-6 p.m. Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum, 1 C St., Eureka. Join Godwit Days for a guided birding cruise aboard the historic motor vessel Madaket on Humboldt Bay. Local birders Kathryn West and Cedrik von Briel will narrate this two-hour fundraising tour, highlighting shorebirds, seabirds, osprey, Peregrine Falcons, terns, gulls, and, possible sightings of harbor seals, sea lions, and harbor porpoises. Meet at the Madaket dock at the foot of C Street in Old Town Eureka 15 minutes before the 4 p.m. departure. Bring binoculars, a camera, and dress in layers. Beverages available for purchase. Tickets are $55 with registration required online at godwitdays.org. Proceeds support the 2027 Godwit Days festival. $55.00. godwitdaysreg@gmail. com. godwitdays.org. 707-845-6632. Trinidad Artisans Market. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saunders Plaza, 353 Main St., Trinidad. See Aug. 16 listing. FOOD Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Community Breakfast. Fourth Sunday of every month, 8-11:30 a.m. Ferndale Veterans Memorial Building, 1100 Main St. Pancakes, biscuits and gravy, ham, sausage, eggs to order, coffee and juice. $12, $7 kids under 12. Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 16 listing. Veterans Pancake Breakfast. Fourth Sunday of every month, 8-11:30 a.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/ Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. Pancakes, biscuits and gravy, ham, sausage, eggs to order, coffee and juice. $12, $7 kids under 12. vfwpost2207@gmail. com. (707) 725-4480. GARDEN Volunteer Workday. 10 a.m.-noon. Trinidad Museum, 400 Janis Court. See Aug. 16 listing. OUTDOORS McKinleyville Botanical Garden Volunteer Workday. Fourth Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Help maintain a small community-driven botanical garden which features pollinator- and bird-friendly plants. No experience needed. Rain cancels. Go west on Hiller Road to parking lot for Hammond Trail/soccer/dog park. Garden is adjacent to children’s playground. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. See Aug. 16 listing. ETC Public Skate. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing.

BOOKS Story Time. Last Tuesday of every month, noon. Trinidad Library, 380 Janis Court. Stop by Trinidad Library for story time with Kim. A special time just for young children with their caregivers and families. DANCE Baywater Blues Fusion. 7-9 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Aug. 18 listing. MUSIC Redwood Interfaith Gospel Choir Practice. 6-8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. See Aug. 18 listing. FOOD Fortuna Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Fortuna Farmers Market, 10th and Main streets. See Aug. 18 listing. Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Old Town Certified Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Town, F Street between First and Third streets, Eureka. See Aug. 18 listing. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shelter Cove Farmers Market, Gyppo Ale Mill Parking Lot, ​1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Whitethorn. See Aug. 18 listing.

ETC English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See Aug. 18 listing.

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DANCE Country Swing. Fourth Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Get into the country vibe in the ballroom. All ages. $5. eventlead.eaglehouse@gmail.com. historiceaglehouse.com/live-music-events. (707) 407-0634. MUSIC The Joy of Singing Choir. 5:30-7 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. See Aug. 19 listing. GARDEN U-Pick Flowers. 2-6 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka. See Aug. 19 listing.

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ART Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Aug. 20 listing. DANCE Line Dancing with Kim O’Quinn. 12-1 p.m. McKinleyville Senior Center, 1620 Pickett Road. See Aug. 20 listing. FOOD Henderson Center Farmers Markets. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. See Aug. 20 listing. SPORTS Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Fourth and Last Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Aug. 20 listing.

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ART Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 17 listing. BOOKS Local Author Reading with Margaret Kellermann. 4-5 p.m. Ferndale Library, 807 Main St. Join us at the Ferndale Library for a reading with local author Margaret Kellermann. Kellermann will read a selection from her book Journal Keeper’s Alphabet: A Handbook for Adventurous Writers followed by questions and an opportunity to talk with the author. ]Free. www. facebook.com/events/1261411802662105/. (707) 786-9559. EVENTS Arcata Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 21 listing. Magic Hour Vintage & Makers Market + Tarot Salon. 4:30-8:30 p.m. La Ciendita, 655 9th St, Arcata. A very special Magic Market + Tarot Salon is coming to La Ciendita on Friday, August 28th! Join us in the lovely courtyard from 4:30–6:30 p.m. for vintage finds and locally made treasures. The market is free and open to all! Then, from 6:30–8:30 p.m., Tarot Salon begins—with just 10 spaces available. Reserve your Salon ticket in advance before they sell out! Can’t wait to see you at La Ciendita! $25. popculturehealing@ gmail.com. www.popculturehealing.com/tarotsalon. FOR KIDS Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Aug. 21 listing. Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Aug. 21 listing. FOOD Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Farmers Market, Garberville Town Square. See Aug. 21 listing. OUTDOORS Free Bike Valet at Arcata Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:15 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 21 listing. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. See Aug. 16 listing. ETC Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing. VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS IllumiNature. 8 p.m. Carlson Park, 5201 Carlson Park Drive, Arcata. IllumiNature, a brand-new outdoor spectacle from Playhouse Arts Follow the light. Discover the wonder. Illuminate nature. On the evening of August 28, beneath the glow of the full moon, Playhouse Arts invites you to step into IllumiNature, a twilight spectacle from Playhouse Arts transforming the trails of Carlson Park into a magical journey of

skill levels welcome. For more information email ukulelisarae@gmail.com free. ukulelisarae@gmail. com. www.ukulelefightclubofhumboldt.com. EVENTS GLC Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Road., Fortuna. See Aug. 22 listing. Myers Flat Community Bazaar. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Block and Tackle Designs, 12812 Avenue of the Giants, Myers Flat. Vintage • Salvage • Local Vendors • BBQ • Live Music • Kids Zone • Community Spend the day in Myers Flat shopping vintage, salvage and handmade goods from local vendors, listening to live music and enjoying some good old-fashioned community fun. The Myers Flat Volunteer Fire Department will be firing up the BBQ, with proceeds helping raise money for much-needed equipment. Kids and adults can enjoy hula hoops, bubbles, sidewalk chalk and more in the Kids Zone. Bring a chair, stay awhile and make a day of it under the redwoods. Shop local, support our community and have some Free. blockandtackledesigns@gmail.com. www.facebook. com/events/27443266458708194/. 5207329359. Summer Nights at the Farmstand. 5-7 p.m. Sea Goat Farmstand & Folk School, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 22 listing. FOOD Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 22 listing. Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Humboldt Dockside Saturday Seafood Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. See Aug. 22 listing. OUTDOORS Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. See Aug. 16 listing. Playscape Work Parties at HUUF. Every third Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon. Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 24 Fellowship Way, Bayside. Help mainatain the grounds at the Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. connect@huuf.org. huuf.org/ home-2/upcoming-events/engagement/. SPORTS Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See Aug. 22 listing.

light, art, and imagination. Join us through riverside paths led by giant puppets and glowing lanterns. Along the way, hidden artistic encounters await, from live performances and interactive installations to a grand finale featuring shadow puppetry and riverfront spectacle. 0. info@playhousearts.org. www. playhousearts.org/. 7078221575.

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ART Trinidad Art Night. Last Saturday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Trinidad, Downtown. A town-wide art walk that includes a variety of venues and live music, artist receptions, classes, crafts, face-painting, pop-up sales and silks or fire performances by Circus of Elements. Free. trinidadartnight.com. DANCE Latin Dance Night. 7-9 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Learn how to do some Latin Dancing in the beautiful ballroom at The Historic Eagle House. Free and all ages welcome! 0. eventlead. eaglehouse@gmail.com. www.historiceaglehouse. com/live-music-events. 707-407-0634. MUSIC Against All Odds. 3-10 p.m. RampArt Skatepark, 700 South G St., Arcata. This is an all-ages community-building event with 11 punk bands, open bowl skating, skill shares, art vendors, and free community resources for young adults. Featuring live sets from: Buffed (Maryland), ARPH (Lake County), Braintooth (Oakland), Ratf*ck (Bay Area), Scam Likely (Oakland), Canaille (Oakland), Blood Compact (Vallejo), Reeking Slug (Reno NV), with local support from Executive Order, Radical APE, and Brain Dead Rejects. All ages welcome! Drinks served by Humboldt Roller Derby for those 21 and up with ID. $10 (Free for kids 12 and under, who must be accompanied by an adult.) 10. burnstitch707@gmail.com. facebook.com/events/s/ against-all-odd-punk-fest/1377144664286499/?mibextid=Gg3lNB. International Play Music on the Porch Day for Peace. 3-5 p.m. Larson Park, 901 Grant Ave., Arcata. Join the Ukulele Fight Club of Humboldt for our 2nd annual international event Play Music on the Porch Day. This years theme is “Play for Peace” and we’ll be putting together a songbook on our website soon. Bring your favorite instrument (even if it’s just your voice) and join us for a community jam - all ages and

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ETC Adult Skate Night. Last Saturday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. Ages 18 and older only. IDs checked at door. Alcohol and drug-free event. $5.50 includes skate rental. The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 22 listing. Local Artists and Makers at Los Bagels. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Los Bagels, Arcata, 1061 I St. See Aug. 22 listing. Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing. Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Aug. 22 listing. BOOKS I Am The Word Book Fair: Come Get A Free Book. May 31, 12-2 p.m. Rohner Park, 5 Park St., Fortuna. Join us for the “I Am The Word” Book Fair at Rohner Park (9 Park St, Fortuna, CA). Swing by for complimentary bags of chips & snacks, bottles of water, fresh whole fruit, and a free book for everyone! The I Am The Word Books are simple, grounded reads that many find helps open the door to unexpected miracles in their daily lives. Free. friendlyfortuna.com. MUSIC Summer Music Series: Dead On, a Grateful Dead tribute. 1-3 p.m. Humboldt Botanical Garden, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, College of the Redwoods campus, north entrance, Eureka. Dead On is one of Humboldt County’s beloved Grateful Dead tribute bands who explore the acoustic side of The Grateful Dead, Garcia and beyond. (Dead)Head out to the garden for the final concert of the Summer and enjoy the sounds of this local quartet! Nicaraguan Foods returns as our guest food vendor serving handmade nacatamales, pupusas and fresh salsas. Cafe Artistes is also here serving coffees & teas. Picnics and lawn chairs are welcome. Wine and beer available for purchase. $5 for HBG members, non-members pay daily garden admissions fee.. hbgf@hbgf.org. hbgf.org. 7074425139. Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 16 listing. EVENTS Trinidad Artisans Market. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saunders Plaza, 353 Main St., Trinidad. See Aug. 16 listing. FOOD Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 16 listing. GARDEN Volunteer Workday. 10 a.m.-noon. Trinidad Museum, 400 Janis Court. See Aug. 16 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. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. See Aug. 16 listing. ETC Public Skate. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing.

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ART Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 17 listing. FOOD Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Aug. 17 listing.

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DANCE Baywater Blues Fusion. 7-9 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Aug. 18 listing. MUSIC Monthly Sing-along. First Tuesday of every month, 7-9:30 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Sing your favorite folk, pop and rock songs of the ‘60s and ‘70s. Songbooks provided. $3. joel@ asis.com. (707) 407-6496. Redwood Interfaith Gospel Choir Practice. 6-8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. See Aug. 18 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. Explore new exhibits and activities, including marine science, a bear, discovery boxes, microscopes, puzzles, scavenger hunts and more. $3 youth, $6 adult, $15 family, free for members. natmus@humboldt.edu. humboldt. edu/natmus. (707) 826-4480. FOOD Fortuna Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Fortuna Farmers Market, 10th and Main streets. See Aug. 18 listing. Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Old Town Certified Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Town, F Street between First and Third streets, Eureka. See Aug. 18 listing. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shelter Cove Farmers Market, Gyppo Ale Mill Parking Lot, ​1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Whitethorn. See Aug. 18 listing. ETC English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See Aug. 18 listing.

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DANCE Country Swing. First Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Aug. 26 listing. MUSIC The Joy of Singing Choir. 5:30-7 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. See Aug. 19 listing. Song Circle with Seabury Gould. Every third Wednesday, 3-5 p.m. Trinidad Heart Center, 426 Trinity St. Bring your voices and songs to this monthly sing-along. All ages welcome. Folk songs and others conducive to group singing. $10-$20 sliding scale. seaburygould. com. trinidadheartcenter.com/. (707) 845-6231. EVENTS Country Swing. 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Get into some Country Swing in The Historic Eagle House’s beautiful ballroom. Only $5 to join in on the fun and all ages are welcome. 5. eventlead. eaglehouse@gmail.com. www.historiceaglehouse.com/live-music-events. (707) 407-0634. GARDEN U-Pick Flowers. 2-6 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka. See Aug. 19 listing. ETC Grief Support Services in Spanish. First Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Road., Fortuna. See Aug. 19 listing.

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ART Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Aug. 20 listing. BOOKS Storytellers and Writers Book Club for Tweens and Teens. First Thursday of every month, 4-5 p.m. Trinidad Library, 380 Janis Court. Tweens

and teens share ideas on world building and books they’ve read or would like to write. In the Trinidad Room. DANCE Line Dancing with Kim O’Quinn. 12-1 p.m. McKinleyville Senior Center, 1620 Pickett Road. See Aug. 20 listing. FOOD Henderson Center Farmers Markets. 10 a.m.1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. See Aug. 20 listing.

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ART Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 17 listing. EVENTS Arcata Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 21 listing. FOR KIDS Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Aug. 21 listing. Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Aug. 21 listing. FOOD Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Farmers Market, Garberville Town Square. See Aug. 21 listing. OUTDOORS Free Bike Valet at Arcata Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:15 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 21 listing. 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. Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing.

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EVENTS Ferndale Concours on Francis Street. 10 a.m. City of Ferndale, Ferndale. September Old Town Beautification- Volunteer Month. 9-10:30 a.m. Eureka Visitor Center, 108 F St. Kick off volunteer month in Eureka. Join the volunteers of Old Town for a morning of gardening! Help us maintain the planters along 2nd Street on Saturday, September 5 from 9am-10:30am. This month, meet us at the Eureka Visitor Center 108 F St. to work on the brick planters along 2nd St. All supplies are provided. Free bagels donated by Los Bagels for volunteers. This event occurs bimonthly. If you cannot make it September 5, we hope to see you at the next event on November 7. 0. hatwood@eurekaca.gov. EmpowerEureka. com. 7074414218. Speeder Crew Car Rides. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Timber Heritage Association, 930 Vance Ave., Samoa. For the first time in three years, mainline rides return, featuring the famous Arcata and Mad River Speeder Crewcar No. 60, homebuilt by the AMR/NRLCo shops in Korbel in the 1930s. Two to three rides an hour. Summer Nights at the Farmstand. 5-7 p.m. Sea Goat Farmstand & Folk School, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 22 listing. FOOD Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 22 listing. Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Humboldt Dockside Saturday Seafood Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. See Aug. 22 listing. GARDEN Eureka Wharf Trail Workday. First Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Wharfinger Building, 1 Marina Way, Eureka. Meet near the parking area. Help with grass/invasive removal, some planting of native plants, spreading wood chips and trash clean-up. Look for volunteers

in blue vests. eswong999@msn.com. humtrails.org/ volunteer/. (707) 498-2723. SPORTS Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See Aug. 22 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. Local arts, products, goods. Free entry. The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 22 listing. Local Artists and Makers at Los Bagels. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Los Bagels, Arcata, 1061 I St. See Aug. 22 listing. Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing. Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Aug. 22 listing.

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MUSIC Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 16 listing. EVENTS Trinidad Artisans Market. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saunders Plaza, 353 Main St., Trinidad. See Aug. 16 listing. FOOD Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 16 listing. GARDEN Volunteer Workday. 10 a.m.-noon. Trinidad Museum, 400 Janis Court. See Aug. 16 listing. 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. ETC Humboldt Flea Market Arcata. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Vintage, collectibles, antiques, furniture, art, handmade, clothing, records, instruments, toys, pottery, jewelry and more. $3, kids free. humfleamarketarcata@gmail.com. (707) 572-6463. Public Skate. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing.

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ART Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 17 listing. MUSIC Ukulele Fight Club of Humboldt. First Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Aug. 17 listing. EVENTS I Block Party. 12-6 p.m. Los Bagels, Arcata, 1061 I St. Family friendly event to benefit Arcata’s sister city Camoapa, Nicaragua. Live music, food and tabling. Free admission. losbagels.com. FOOD Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Aug. 17 listing. ETC Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Aug. 17 listing.

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DANCE Baywater Blues Fusion. 7-9 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Aug. 18 listing. MUSIC Redwood Interfaith Gospel Choir Practice. 6-8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. See Aug. 18 listing. FOOD Fortuna Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Fortuna Farmers Market, 10th and Main streets. See Aug. 18 listing. Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Old Town Certified Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Town, F Street between First and Third streets, Eureka. See Aug. 18 listing.

Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shelter Cove Farmers Market, Gyppo Ale Mill Parking Lot, ​1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Whitethorn. See Aug. 18 listing. ETC English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See Aug. 18 listing.

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MUSIC The Joy of Singing Choir. 5:30-7 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. See Aug. 19 listing. GARDEN U-Pick Flowers. 2-6 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka. See Aug. 19 listing.

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ART Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Aug. 20 listing. DANCE Line Dancing with Kim O’Quinn. 12-1 p.m. McKinleyville Senior Center, 1620 Pickett Road. See Aug. 20 listing. FOOD Henderson Center Farmers Markets. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. See Aug. 20 listing. SPORTS Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/ Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Aug. 20 listing.

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ART Inked Hearts Tattoo Expo: Summer Edition. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. Inked Hearts Tattoo Expo is back in the Sapphire Palace in September! NorCal Tattoo has put together a fantastic roster of artists from all over the country. NorCal’s piercing team will also be at the event if you’re looking for a new piercing to go along with your ink. Make sure to follow @norcaltattoo707 and @inkedhearts_tattoo on social media to stay updated. Must have valid ID to be tattooed or pierced | 16+ with parent or guardian can be pierced | 18+ can be tattooed $10. bluelakecasino.com. 7076689770. Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 17 listing. EVENTS Bargain Lovers’ Weekend. . Ferndale Main Street, Ferndale. Garage sales, sidewalk sales, barn sales and more. Free. Boots and Bingo: HDVS Fundraiser. 5:45 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. Dust off your boots and bring your appetite! Humboldt Domestic Violence Services will be hosting a bingo fundraiser to support survivors of domestic violence. $40 Pre-Sale Tickets $50 @ The Door All proceeds directly benefit survivors. One Ticket Includes: 10 Rounds of Bingo w/ 3 Chances to Win per Round Bingo Dauber Dinner Spirits available for purchase. Join us for a night of fun supporting a worthy cause. Sponsorships and donations welcome. $40. Outreach@hdvs.org. 7074449255. Humboldt Association of Realtors 30th Annual Golf Tournament & Raffle. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Eureka Municipal Golf Course, 4750 Fairway Drive. Tee it up for a great cause! Join HAR’s 30th Annual Golf Tournament & Raffle on Friday, September 11, 2026, 8 AM–3 p.m. at Eureka Municipal Golf Course. Grab a team sponsorship, sponsor a hole, or just come support Bridging the Gap Foundation, this year’s beneficiary serving Humboldt and Del Norte families in crisis. Stick around for the BIG Prize Raffle at the 19th hole, packed with getaway packages, gift certificates, and more. Raffle tickets are just $10, winners need not be present. Scan the QR code or visit harealtors.com/ golf-2026 to register today! $10 +. info@harealtors. com. www.harealtors.com/golf-2026/. 707-442-2978. FOR KIDS Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Aug. 21 listing. Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Aug. 21 listing. FOOD Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Farmers Market, Garberville Town Square. See Aug. 21 listing.

OUTDOORS Free Bike Valet at Arcata Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:15 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 21 listing. McKinleyville Botanical Garden Volunteer Workday. Second Friday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 23 listing. ETC Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing.

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ART Inked Hearts Tattoo Expo: Summer Edition. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. See Sep. 11 listing. Second Saturday Family Arts Day. Second Saturday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. A monthly event featuring hands-on art projects and activities for youth and families inspired by current exhibitions. CANCELED FOR AUG. 8, RETURNING SEPT. 12. humboldtarts.org. EVENTS Cannifest 2026. 10 a.m. Arcata Ball Park, Ninth and F streets. Cannifest returns to Arcata for a two-day, community-driven festival experience. From the high-energy Main Stage to the Unity Stage, comedy and art lounges, educational talks, and the Farmers Village, this is where culture, creativity, and connection come together. Explore signature activations like the Grow Games, Glass Face Gallery, Headstash Hub, and Dispensary Flight Club, alongside a vibrant marketplace of vendors, makers, and community partners. $80-$200. Eel River Wailaki Big Time. Southern Humboldt Community Park, 1144 Sprowel Creek Road, Garberville. Traditional Native dance groups, workshops, demonstrations, vendor booths, food and drinks, kids corner, live music and more. Full Moon Fantasy Bingo. 5-9 p.m. Eureka Woman’s Club, 1531 J St. September 12th, have your Full Moon Fantasy and benefit North Coast Rape Crisis. Channel your intuition, see the hidden magic of this world, and take back the night! Each bingo has a costume contest, pork plate dinners (V/GF options) and adult beverages available for purchase from the Eureka Woman’s Club. Raffles will be held throughout the night, providing many fun chances for everyone to win some free prizes. Need some extra luck? Donate some prizes for extra raffle tickets! (Limit 2 donations per person)! VIP tickets and tables are also available at Eurekasisters.org $25 in advance | $35 at door. info@ eurekasisters.org. www.eurekasisters.org/. Natural Fiber Fair. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Learn about spinning, knitting, weaving, dyeing, felting and more. Enjoy free hourly demos, or sign up a for half- or full-day workshop. Yarns, fleeces, fibers, tools and clothing vendors. Bring your project and join the Fiber Circle. Free admission. naturalfiberfair.com. Summer Nights at the Farmstand. 5-7 p.m. Sea Goat Farmstand & Folk School, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 22 listing. Trinidad Fish Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. Enjoy spectacular views of Trinidad Bay, local fish cuisine, arts, crafts and music. Free. FOOD Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 22 listing. Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Humboldt Dockside Saturday Seafood Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. See Aug. 22 listing. Community Pancake Breakfast. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon. Salvation Army, 2123 Tydd St., Eureka. Fundraiser to benefit the local community. Pancakes, sausage, eggs and coffee. $8, children/ seniors $5. stephanie.wonnacott@usw.salvationarmy. org. (707) 442-6475. 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 early. Free. info@friendsofthedunes.org. friendsofthedunes.org. (707) 444-1397. Habitat Improvement Team Volunteer Workday. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch

Road, Loleta. Help restore habitat by removing invasive plants and maintaining native plant areas. Wear long pants, long sleeves and closed-toe shoes. Bring drinking water. Tools, gloves and snack provided. denise_seeger@fws.gov. fws.gov/refuge/ humboldt-bay. (707) 733-5406. Volunteer Trail Stewards Workday. Second Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Hikshari’ Trail, Elk River Wildlife Sanctuary, Eureka. Focus on trash cleanup and invasive plant removal on the second Saturday of each month at the parking lot at the end of Hilfiker Lane. vtscoordinator@humtrails.org. (707) 601-7809. SPORTS Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See Aug. 22 listing. ETC The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. See Aug. 22 listing. Labyrinth Walk. 2-5 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 1428 H St., Eureka. An ancient form of walking meditation along a circular winding path. Drop in for reflection with simple instructions and labyrinth history. Free. (707) 442-1797. Local Artists and Makers at Los Bagels. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Los Bagels, Arcata, 1061 I St. See Aug. 22 listing. Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing. Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Aug. 22 listing.

13 SUNDAY

ART Inked Hearts Tattoo Expo: Summer Edition. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. See Sep. 11 listing. Natural Fiber Fair. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Sep. 12 listing. BOOKS Lindblom’s Store meet n greet. 12-3 p.m. Highway 101 and Bald Hills Road, Highway 101 and Bald Hills Road, Orick. This is the meet and greet follow up to the Lindblom’s Store book release…meeting and reconnecting with folks and families of the loggers and truckers who worked on Bald Hills from 19541962 and stopped at Lindbloms store and knew my parents ..Art and Agnes $0.00. perico.gary@gmail. com. 702-468-8201. MUSIC Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. See Aug. 16 listing. EVENTS Cannifest 2026. 10 a.m. Arcata Ball Park, Ninth and F streets. See Sep. 12 listing. Free Eureka Repair Café. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Adorni Recreation Center, 1011 Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Repair Café is back in Eureka on Sunday, September 13! Bring your items on down for a FREE repair Items must be small enough to be carried by yourself. If you have the materials for the repair, please bring them. Examples of items to bring include; bikes, laptops, lamps, clothing, jewelry, and more! (707) 441-4218. Natural Fiber Fair. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Sep. 12 listing. Trinidad Artisans Market. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saunders Plaza, 353 Main St., Trinidad. See Aug. 16 listing. FOOD Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 16 listing. Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Aug. 16 listing. GARDEN Volunteer Workday. 10 a.m.-noon. Trinidad Museum, 400 Janis Court. See Aug. 16 listing. OUTDOORS Second Sunday Cafe Ride w/C St. Cyclists. Second Sunday of every month, 9:30-10:30 a.m. C St. Bicycle Blvd, C St., Eureka. This inclusive community event welcomes cyclists of all ages and abilities to join in a group ride to a local café, starting from Harris and C streets and stopping at Cafe Familia in Old Town before returning along the bike boulevard. facebook. com/profile.php?id=61582818254381. ETC Public Skate. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 16 listing. ■

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