BIRD BEHAVIOR. Have you ever watched a bird and wondered what it was doing? Learn about interesting things birds do and why, with Louise Bacon-Ogden. Thurs., June 14, 6-8 p.m. $30/OLLI members, $55/ nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0607) BLACK BEAR & COUGAR COUNTRY. Enjoy a day in the field learning about black bears and mountain lions with Terry Hofstra and Kristin Schmidt of Redwood National Park. Wed., June 20, 6-8 p.m. & Sat., June 23, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $70/OLLI members, $95/ nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880 (O-0607) CORPORATE PERSONHOOD. Join Dr. Gayle OlsonRaymer for a discussion of the history and development of Corporate Personhood in the U.S. Learn of the benefits and burdens to U.S. government, culture and communities. Wed., June 13, 9 a.m.-Noon. $30/ OLLI members, $55/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880 (O-0607) HISTORY TOUR OF THE REDWOOD PARKS COAST. Join Ranger Jim Wheeler for a presentation and field trip touring the history of three places along the coastal Redwood National and State Parks: Gyon Bluff, Gold Bluffs and False Klamath Cove. Thurs., June 14, 1-3 p.m. and Sat., June 16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $70/ OLLI members, $95/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0607) ADULT 50 + CERAMICS. Learn & practice ceramics! Basic hand building & pinch pottery. Mon.s & Wed.s, 6:30-8 p.m., starting June 4, Ryan Center. $60 fee, includes materials. Register at Adorni Center. Call 441-4248 for more info. (O-0524)
PACIFIC COAST NATURE WRITING EXCURSION. Enjoy and explore the Pacific Ocean at Trinidad and then write about your experience, and create book art to display your writing. With Emily Gibson. Thurs., June 7, 8:30-10:30 a.m. and Fri., June 8, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $50/OLLI members, $75/nonmembers. OLLI: 8265880. (O-0524) PATAGONIA & EASTER ISLAND. A Tour Without the Airfare. Explore these unique places with retired HSU professors Rollie Lamberson and Rick Vrem, who have traveled extensively in the regions. Thurs., June 7, 4-6 p.m. $30/OLLI members, $55/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0524)
Pets/Animals
BIRD AWARENESS. Mon.-Sat., June 18-23. Learn how to identify and enjoy our feathered friends through lecture and in the field in the 40th year of this summer bird watching course with Dr. John Hewston. Register early; class size is limited. $120, $50 additional for optional credit. Call HSU Extended Education to register: 826-3731 or visit www.humboldt.edu/ extended. (P-0607)
WERE YOU ABLE TO IDENTIFY THIS STELLER’S JAY? LEARN HOW TO IDENTIFY THIS BIRD AND MANY MORE WITH A SUMMER BIRD WATCHING COURSE.
SOUL COLLAGE©, THE FOOL. Make a collage from cut-out images out of magazines and other sources and access the many different parts of yourself in the process. First workshop in the series “The Fool, the Challenger and the Friend” focuses on the trickster, or “fool” archetype/sub-personality/significant person. With Janet Patterson. Tues., June 12, 3:30-5 p.m. $30/OLLI members, $55/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0607) CREATIVE IMAGERY. An introduction to creative visualization and conscious power of imagery to create what you want in all areas of life. With Sharon K. Ferrett, Ph.D. Wed., June 6, 6-8 p.m. and Sat., June 9, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $50/OLLI members, $75/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0531) FALK, FROM COMPANY TOWN TO FOREST GROUND. Take an easy ranger-led walk along the paved Headwaters trail, where you will explore the past location of the historic mill town of Falk. With Julie Clark. Mon., June 11, 10 a.m.-Noon. $30/ OLLI members, $55/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0531) MADE FOR THE TRADE. The Trinidad Museum “Made for the Trade” exhibition and presentation explores local Native American baskets and the changes that occurred through making them for sale and trade outside of the Indian community. With Ron Johnson. Sun., June 10, 2-4 p.m. $30/OLLI members, $55/ nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0531) RAMBLING AMONG THE REDWOODS. An all-day van trip and light hiking excursion to some of the most scenic and historic sports in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park and Redwood National Park with Jerry and Gisela Rohde. Thurs., June 6, 6-8 p.m. and Sat., June 8, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $70/OLLI members, $95/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0531) GARDENING FOR WILDLIFE. Create a wildlife sanctuary in your yard, even if you have a brown thumb. With Louise Bacon Ogden. Thurs., June 7, 6-8 p.m. $30/OLLI members, $55/nonmembers. OLLI: 8265880. (O-0524)
Photo by Drew Hyland
Spiritual
SHAMANIC RITUAL HEALING CIRCLE. A welcome gathering with shrine building, song, prayer, drumming, etc.! For more info call Scott Sherman 445-1018. Suggested donation $10-15 per participant. Sat. June 2, 8:30-10 p.m, Sacred Palace, 516 5th. St, Eureka. bikramyogahumboldt.com, shamanicvisionpsychotherapy. blogspot.com. (S-0531) COSMIC VISIONS. Transform your Nature trips into profoundly ecstatic experiences. HSU Center Activities workshop taught by Dr. Stone Brusca begins June 3. Visit www.CosmicVisionsWorkshop.com (S-0531) THE SACRED MOVEMENTS OF THE FOURTH WAY. Dances for Self-Development and Awareness. April 28, May 12, 26. Sat 9:45-11:30 am, 854 10th St. Arcata. (S-0524) TAROT AS AN EVOLUTIONARY PATH. Classes in Eureka and Arcata. Private mentorships, readings. Carolyn Ayres, 442-4240, www.tarotofbecoming. com. (MB-0524)
ARCATA ZEN GROUP MEDITATION. Beginners welcome. Sun., 8 a.m. North Coast Aikido Center, on F St. between 8th and 9th in Arcata. Wed., 6-7 p.m. at First Christian Church, 730 K, Eureka, ramp entrance and upstairs; newcomers please come 5 minutes early. Sun. contact, 826-1701. Wed. contact, barryevans9@ yahoo.com, or for more info. call (707) 826-1701. www. arcatazengroup.org. (S-1227)
REFLEXOLOGY, CANCER & YOU. Learn about scientific research and anecdotal evidence on the ability of reflexology to reduce nausea, pain and anxiety in those undergoing treatment for cancer. FREE. Wed., June 13, 6-8 p.m. Center for Reflexology, corner of Samoa & I, Arcata. Call Alexandra ARCB Certified practitioner, 822-5395. www.reflexologyinstruction. com (W-0607)
Sports/Recreation
T’AI CHI WITH MARGY EMERSON. Three Programs: T’ai Chi for Back Pain and Arthritis, Traditional Long Form (Wu Style), and The 42 Combined Forms (all 4 major styles). 10-week session starts the week of June 18, begin as late as the third week. Beginners meet at the martial arts academy at Sunny Brae Shopping Center. Upper level classes: call for location. Visit a class with no obligation to pay or enroll. Morning and evening classes. Fees for the 10-week session: $95 for 1 class per week, $155 for 2 or more classes per week. See www.margaretemerson.com or call 822-6508 for details. (W-0621)
ROLLER SKATING. Blue Lake Parks & Recreation Fri./ Sat., 6:30-9:30 p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m. Adult Skate: 2nd Sun. of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. To schedule birthday parties, call 668-5932 or find us on facebook at parks-rec@bluelake.ca.gov. (SR-0524) SKATING AT EUREKA MUNI ! Fun for all ages! Fri. & Sat. 6-8:30 p.m. Roll with your friends and family as you enjoy great music and funky strobe lights at the Eureka Muni (1120 F St.). Youth 17 & under $4, Adults $4.75. Skate rental (inline or quad) included in admission, first-come first served. Call 441-4223 or visit adornicenter.com (SR-0628)
Therapy/Support
SEX/ PORN DAMAGING YOUR LIFE & RELATIONSHIPS ? Confidential help is available. saahumboldt@ yahoo.com or 845-8973 (T-1227)
Vocational
CPR RECERTIFICATION & CHALLENGES. With DebraNell Walker, certified American Red Cross instructor, through the HSU Regional Training Institute, Community Disaster Preparedness. Several 1 1/2 hour CPR recertification sessions will be held on Wed., June 13 at Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center, 921 W. Waterfront Dr., Eureka. 8:30 a.m.: Adult CPR, $55. 10 a.m.: Adult Child Infant CPR, $55. 11:30 a.m.: Professional Rescuer CPR, $90. 1 p.m.: Adult CPR (repeat), $55. 2:30 p.m.: Adult Child Infant (repeat), $55. Each recertification is limited to 3 participants, and preregistration is required. Call HSU Extended Education to register: 707826-3731. (V-0607) CERTIFICATE IN FACULTY PREPARATION. Teaching in Higher Education. Do you want to teach in higher education? This series of online courses introduces prospective and current faculty to the roles and responsibilities of teaching in higher education and specifically addresses teaching, learning and technology issues in the college classroom. The capstone course is an apprentice teaching experience arranged by the candidate, during which the candidate is mentored by a senior faculty member. This is a three-semester, 12-unit certificate program that starts June 25. For full course descriptions, deadlines, fees and more information, visit www.humboldt.edu/facultyprep or contact Humboldt State University Office of Extended Education at 707-826-3731 or extended@ humboldt.edu. (V-0621)
TAOIST WATER QIGONG. Sudden School Presents Taoist Water Qigong. An energy art form for all ages and fitness levels. Increase energy, attain vibrant health and increase internal awareness of vital force in the body. 8-week sessions: $80.00 or $12.00 a session. Mon., June 4 -July 23. 5:30-7 p.m. On going Thurs. morning classes starting June 7, 9-10:30. At Garden Bliss, 3rd & E St. Arcata. For information call Saki @ 707-8228760 or sakitou2@gmail.com (W-0524) NEW QIGONG CLASSES & WORKSHOPS ! Visit MistyMountainHealingArts.com for current schedules/class information, or contact Zena Bardelás 707-498-1009 (W-0531) DANDELION HERBAL CENTER. Classes with Jane Bothwell. PETROLIA SEAWEEDING WEEKEND, with Allison Poklemba. June 23-24, 2012. Learn how to identify, ethically harvest, and prepare local sea vegetables. HIGH COUNTRY HERB WEEKEND, July 27-29,2012. Join us on the top of the world at this special botanical preserve. Register online www. dandelionherb.com or call (707) 442-8157. (W-0621) GREEN JUICING FRESH CANNABIS. Fri., June 15, 6-9 p.m. $40 (FREE to Elders!). Demonstrates how to use many different types of juicers to extract juice from cannabis leaves for raw consumption. Method does not activate the psychoactive properties of cannabis and so is user friendly for people who do not desire the psychoactive effect, while still getting benefits of cannabinoid consumption. Bring whatever kind of juicer/blender you have to class. 707 Campus, 1881 Barnett Ct., #4, Redway Meadows Business Park. Register online, www.707cannabiscollege.com, (707) 672-9860. (W-0614) START YOUR CAREER IN MASSAGE THERAPY! Evening classes begin Sept. 4, 2012 at Arcata School of Massage. 650-Hour Therapeutic Massage Certification will prepare you for Professional Certification in California, and the National Exam. Our comprehensive program prepares your body, mind and heart to become a caring, confident professional massage therapist. Call 822-5223 for information or visit arcatamassage.com (W-1227) ●
Wellness/Bodywork
REFLEXOLOGY FOR CHRONIC ILLNESS, PAIN & END OF LIFE CARE. Workshop for those wishing to provide comfort and relief to their loved ones. Fri. & Sat., June 22-23, 2-5 p.m. Early registration $60. Call Alexandra, Center for Reflexology, 822-5395. www. reflexologyinstruction.com (W-0614)
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