Communication
HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE. Practical help to reduce clutter, complication, and chaos in everyday life discussed at LifetreeCafe this week, Sun. Dec., 2, 7 p.m. 76 13th St., Arcata. 672-2919, www.campbellcreek.org for more info. (CMM-1129) SIMPLICITY PARENTING 8 WEEK SERIES. Every other Sun., Noon-2 p.m. or Mon., 6-8 p.m. beginning Jan. 13-April 22. In Eureka. Cost $150 plus $20 workbook. Flexible payment options available. Join the slow parenting movement and learn ways to simplify four realms of family life. Slow down and de-clutter your home environment. Create predictable and connecting rhythms that guide and inspire your time together. Simplify your family’s schedule. Reduce the influence of adult concerns, media and consumerism on children to increase resiliency, social and emotional intelligence. This work is powerful, joyful and applicable to families with children of all ages. Contact Diana Nunes Mizer at (775) 313-7332 or visit consciousparentingsolutions.com for more information. (CMM-0110) List your class – just 50 cents/word per issue! Deadline: Monday, noon. Place online at www.northcoastjournal.com or e-mail: classified@northcoastjournal.com. Listings must be paid in advance by check, cash or Visa/MasterCard. Many classes require pre-registration.
Arts & Crafts
HAND NEEDLE WORK WITH KATHY LEE. Variety of 2-Hour Classes including: Wonderful world of fabric Yo Yo’s and Intro to Shadow Quilting. Every Thurs., 6-8 p.m. $30. Origin Design Lab, 621 3rd St., Old Town Eureka, (707) 497-6237, www. origindesignlab.com. (AC-1129) ONE-ON-ONE INTRO TO LAMPWORKING. $50. (2 hour workshop) materials included. By Arrangement with Kevin Stockwell at 826-1896. Opportunity to learn torch basics! Personalized workshop begins with discussion of glass-working topics and thorough demonstration. Then apply the knowledge and work on developing the skills introduced in this class. 2013 Class sessions: Spring Registration March 4: Classes April 1-June 7. Summer Registration May 20: Classes June 24–Aug. 30. Fall Registration Aug. 19: Classes Sept. 16–Nov. 22. Fire Arts Center, 520 South G Street, Arcata. 8261445, www.fireartsarcata.com. (AC-1129) SEWING WITH TINA. Offering a variety of beginning sewing projects. Every Tues., 6-8 p.m. $35. Origin Design Lab, 621 3rd St., Old Town Eureka, (707) 497-6237, www.origindesignlab.com. (AC-1129) WHEEL THROWING 1 & 2, UTILITARIAN FORMS. $180. Wed.s, 7-9 p.m., Jan. 9–March 13. With Bob Raymond. Complete introduction to basic wheelthrowing techniques. Intermediate students: master utilitarian forms, with variety of decorative styles and techniques. Fire Arts Center, 520 South G Street, Arcata. 826-1445, www.fireartsarcata. com (AC-1129) WHEEL THROWING 1 & 2. $180. Wed.s, Jan. 9–March 13 (10 weeks). 3 classes: 9-11 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 2-4 p.m. With Peggy Loudon. Introduction to basic wheel-throwing and glazing techniques. For beginning and returning students. Fire Arts Center, 520 South G Street, Arcata. 8261445, www.fireartsarcata.com. (AC-1129)
COACHING FOR PERFORMANCE. Encourage staff to tackle new challenges, make decisions and solve problems on their own and discover any easy and effective process for coaching in this half-day workshop with Janet Ruprecht. Fri., Dec. 7, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $75 (includes materials). Pre-registration required. Call HSU Distance & Extended Education to register, 826-3731 or visit www.humboldt.edu/extended (CMM-1129)
Dance, Music, Theater, Film
SONGWRITING WORKSHOP. Sun. Dec 2, with Amie Penwell, 10-1 p.m., $10. Westhaven Center for the Arts, 501 South Westhaven Drive, 677-0459. (DMT-1129) DANCE WITH DEBBIE. Boost your confidence on the dance floor with private lessons. Gift certificates available, too. (707) 464-3638, debbie@dancewithdebbie. biz (DMT-0124) LEARN 2 HOOP DANCE. Foundational Hoop Dance series starts every few weeks in Arcata. Ongoing int/adv. workshops. Private lessons. Hoops/collapsible hoops for sale. www.chakranation.com (DMT-1227) REDWOOD RAKS WORLD DANCE STUDIO, ARCATA. West African, Belly Dance, Tango, Salsa, Swing, Breakdance, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Zumba, Hula, Congolese, more! Kids and Adults, 616-6876. (DMT-1227) PIANO LESSONS BEGINNING TO ADVANCED ALL AGES. 30 years joyful experience teaching all piano styles. Juilliard trained, remote lessons available. Nationally Certified Piano Teacher. Humboldtpianostudio.com. (707) 502-9469 (DMT-1129) PIANO LESSONS. Beginners, all ages. Experienced. Judith Louise 476-8919. (DMT-1227) WEST AFRICAN DANCE. Tues.s, Thurs.s, 5:30-7 p.m., at Redwood Raks, Arcata. All levels welcome. Live drumming. Dulce, 832-9547, Christina, 498-0146. (DMT-1227) GUITAR/PIANO/VOICE LESSONS. All ages, beginning and intermediate. Seabury Gould 444-8507. (DMT-1227) SAXOPHONE/FLUTE LESSONS. All ages, beginneradvanced, jazz improvisation, technique. Susie Laraine: 441-1343. (DMT-1227)
Fitness
DAN ZAN RYU JUJITSU. High energy class uses games with martial concepts focusing on strength, balance, coordination and practical self defense. Classes for 5 years-adult all skill levels. Mon. &/or Thurs. evenings. Call 822-7091 or visit our website www.cityofarcata. org/rec (F-1129)
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NORTH COAST SELF DEFENSE ACADEMY. Come learn your choice of Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai Techniques, Filipino Kali, Jun Fan Stand Up Kickboxing, & Muay Thai/MMA Sparring. Group and private sessions available 7 days a week for men, women and children; all experience and fitness levels welcome. Call or visit (707) 822-6278 or 820 N St., Building #1 Suite C, Arcata www.northcoastselfdefense.com (F-1227) HUMBOLDT CAPOEIRA ACADEMY. Fall Session Aug. 1-Dec. 15. Classes for Kids, Adults and Beginners. Martial Arts, Music and Acrobatics. Helps to improve strength, flexibility, coordination and self-control. Rental Space Available. For full class schedule visit www.humboldtcapoeira.com. (707) 498-6155, 865 8th St., Arcata. (F-1129) AIKIDO. Is an incredibly fascinating and enriching non-violent martial art with its roots in traditional Japanese budo. Focus is on personal growth and pursuit of deeper truth instead of competition and fighting. Yet the physical power you can develop is very real. Come observe any time and give it a try! The dojo is on Arcata Plaza above the mattress store, entrance is around back. Class every weeknight starting at 6 p.m., beginning enrollment is ongoing. www.northcoastaikido.org, info@northcoastaikido. org, 826-9395. (F-1227) KUNG FU & TAI CHI. Taught by Sifu Joshua Cuppett. Adult Kungfu: Tues./Wed./Thurs., 5-6 p.m., Sat., 1-2:30 p.m., Sun., 2-3 p.m. Kids Kungfu: Tues./Wed./ Thurs., 4-5 p.m. (uniform included), Adult Tai Chi, Wed.s, 6-7 p.m., Sun. 1-2 p.m. Kungfu Movie night is first Fri. of every month, 4-8 p.m. Lau Kune Do: Temple of Martial Arts, 445 I St., Arcata. arcatakungfu. com (F-1129) PANATUKAN, FILIPINO MARIAL ARTS. Taught by Hal Faulkner. Mon., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Wed., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn Filipino boxing. Lau Kune Do: Temple of Martial Arts, 445 I St., Arcata. arcatakungfu. com (F-1129) AIKIBOJITSU. Get your black belt in stick! New beginning classes in Aikibojitsu, The Art of the Staff, taught by Tom Read Sensei, Chief Instructor of Northcoast Aikido, with over 40 years of experience in martial arts. Classes meet Sat.s 9 a.m- 10 a.m., at Northcoast Aikido, 890 G Street, Arcata (entrance in back, by fire station). $20 per class, Visit www. aikibojitsu.com (F-1206) NORTH COAST FENCING ACADEMY. Fencing (with swords!). Improve your mind and body in a fun, intense workout, and a very chill environment. Ages 8 and up. 1459 M St., Arcata, contact Justin (707) 601-1657 text or phone, or email northcoastfencingacademy@gmail.com (F-1227) ZUMBA WITH MARLA JOY. Elevate, Motivate, Celebrate another day of living. Exercise in Disguise. Now is the time to start, don’t wait. All ability levels are welcome. Every Mon. and Thurs. at the Bayside Grange 6-7 p.m., 2297 Jacoby Creek Rd. $6/$4 Grange members. Every Wed. 6-7 p.m. in Fortuna at the Monday Club, 610 Main St. Every Tues. at the Trinidad Town Hall, Noon and every Thurs. at the Eureka Vets Hall, Noon. Marla Joy (707) 845-4307, marlajoy.zumba. com (F-0110) ZUMBA WITH MIMI. Put the FUN back into your workout! Latin & Pop music, sure to leave you sweaty and smiling! Wed. & Fri. 9:30 a.m. at Redwood Raks in the Old Creamery Building, Arcata. Tues. & Thurs. 9:30 a.m., Fri. 5:30 p.m., Humboldt Capoeira Academy, Arcata. (F-1227)
SUN YI’S ACADEMY OF TAE KWON DO. Classes for kids and adults, child care, fitness gym, and more. Tae Kwon Do Mon-Fri 5-6 p.m., 6-7 p.m., Sat 10-11 a.m. Come watch or join a class, 1215 Giuntoli Lane, or visit www.sunyisarcata.com, 825-0182. (F-1227) DANCE-FIT. Dance, aerobics & strength training all in one class ! Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9-10 a.m First class is free. Drop in for $5 per class or 14 classes for $55. No Limits tap & jazz studio, corner of 10th & K st. Arcata. 825-0922 (F-1227)
Games & Leisure
GARDENING STUDY SCHOOL. 2nd Course Jan. 4 & 5. 9 a.m-3 p.m, in Eureka. Study Vegetable Gardening, Landscape Design, Pest Management, Container Gardening, Lawns and Lawn Substitutes and How New Plants are Developed. One day $40, two days $75.00 Call 442-1387 for registration form, or email Mgoodwin@northcoast.com. (G-0103) RAINWATER HARVESTING & CATCHMENT. Learn the basics of designing and installing a rainwater system for your home. Dec. 5, 6 p.m., BLC on South G St. 499-9178. (G-1129)
Holiday
SIMPLE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP. Mon., Dec. 5, 6-7:45 p.m. At Mistwood Montessori School, 1801 10th St., Eureka. Cost $10-$20 Sliding Scale. Imagine…Your holidays truly joyful with less stress. Warm holiday traditions that you look forward to, happy children, parents, and extended family enjoying special time together. Step off of the ‘Crazed Rat Wheel’ and create holidays that serve your family instead of the consumer driven status quo or the demands of well meaning relatives! We’ll discuss elements of a kid friendly holiday, pacing, budget and clutter friendly gift giving, parent self care tips and more. Contact Diana Nunes Mizer at (775) 313-7332 or visit consciousparentingsolutions.com for more information. (H-1129)
Kids & Teens
BIRTHDAY PARTIES. Looking to host a birthday party for your child? Arcata Recreation offers themed parties: Arts & Crafts, Sports, Gymnastics, Karaoke and Gaming. Two supervised hours of fun. No stress, no mess! Call 822-7091 or visit our website www. cityofarcata.org/rec (K-1129) CERAMICS FOR YOUNGER KIDS, AGES 4-7. $60. (Two 4 week classes). Sat.s, 9:30-11 a.m., Jan. 12-Feb. 2, Feb. 16-March 9. With Amanda Steinebach. Have a great time creating with clay. Make 1-2 pieces per week. Projects designed inspire creativity. Fire Arts Center, 520 South G Street, Arcata. 826-1445, www. fireartsarcata.com. (K-1129) CRAFTY KIDS ON SATURDAYS. With Bequin. Ages 7 & up. $25. Every Sat., 10 a.m.-Noon. Introduction to a varied of fun creative crafts while learning to sew and felt, materials included. Origin Design Lab, 621 3rd St., Old Town Eureka, (707) 497-6237, www. origindesignlab.com. (K-1129) TEEN FILMMAKING & MUSIC PRODUCTION. Learn the basics of film & music production by working on original projects with professional equipment. GULCH Teen Recreation Program meets Tues.s & Thurs.s, 4-6 p.m. at Cooper Gulch, 1720 10th St. $5 drop-in fee & scholarships available. Call Brian at 441-4240 for more info. (K-1129) KIDS CLIMBING AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM. Learn climbing technique, safety, and build confidence at Far North Climbing Gym. Mon./Thurs., 3:30-5 p.m. Ages 6-12. $70 for 4 days. Corner of 10th and K St., Arcata. (707) 495-2774. (K-1129)