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‘The Difference Between News and Opinion’
Editor:
I began doing radio community commentaries in June of 2006 and finished No. 93 on March 1, 2010. At the time, I was concerned about where people got their information (Mailbox, May 29). My concern has only increased. Education and the validity of information are crucial in a democracy. People are relying more on social media, talk shows, blogs and political spin, none of which are required to be truthful. Journalists are trained to ferret out the facts and give both sides without opinion.
Some people don’t understand the difference between news and opinion. Journalists try to keep bias out of their news reports, although they might not always succeed. Journalism used to be considered the fourth estate, or branch, of government and necessary to democracy. Opinion, on the other hand, can be based on feelings, biases, economic or political persuasion. It’s nice if you have some facts, but not required. It is, in fact, just your opinion.
Just where do we get our information, and how valid are our sources? Beware of those who use marketing techniques to sway public opinion. Tell the “Big Lie” often enough, and people will believe it, real or not. Use generalities; no specifics. Use hot-button words and slogans and repeat them over and over. Use clever phrases that incite fear, blind loyalty or reinforce our biases. Eliciting a chuckle allows us to feel superior to those who don’t share our bias. Half-truths pick out only the parts of an argument that support our position and conveniently leave out the rest. Statistics, charts and slick PR pieces rely on these techniques.
Our democracy hangs in the balance right now. Make sure you are basing your political decisions and support on actual facts and not opinions spouted by messengers using the tools of propaganda.
Above the Falls
It began as tiny as a dust mote
Dancing in the mist
Of the swirling waterfall
Hundreds of feet deep in the narrow canyon
Then circling, circling
Upward and outward
As if on golden tendrils
Increasing in size
As it rose
Finally soaring
White head and tail radiant in the sun
Huge wings outstretched to catch the thermal
It burst into open space
Exploding our senses
Filling our souls
And leaving us breathless
Until it became again a speck
Swallowed by the infinite blue
Of a perfect summer’s sky
On a perfect summer’s day.
Kay Escarda, Eureka
‘All-encompassing Propaganda’
Editor: Dennis Scales says Trump’s policies will put us on a “solid fiscal path” (Mailbox, May 8). Yeah, sure; but seriously, why would anyone support Trump? He’s not smart, attractive, compassionate, likable or inspiring; he’s maybe amusing, in a dumb, crude way, but not someone you’d loan your car to, let alone vote for.
— Jean Munsee
Yes, the same kind of racists and dopes liked Nixon, Wallace, Reagan, Bush, etc., but they like Trump more. And remember, Nixon and Wallace were smart, Reagan and Bush had capable handlers, none of them ranted on about pop stars, trophy wives or characters from old movies, and they all understood that the president is supposed to at least pretend to be statesmanlike. Trump doesn’t know or care about anything except money, golf, TV, flattery and revenge. So why is he more popular? Must be smartphones or TikTok, or something. But then again, all Americans have been subjected to a regime of all-encompassing propaganda designed to turn us into loyal servants of a settler-colonial oligarchy that was founded on crimes dwarfing those of Hitler or Stalin, and which maintains neo-colonial rule over most of the world. Given that, we can’t really blame the Trumpers for lacking the intellectual and/or moral fortitude to resist that propaganda the way we progressives have; it’s not their fault for being so dumb and cowardly. Moreover, since it’s always the bien pensant liberals who really impede the unfolding of history by dulling the point of the revolutionary spear, isn’t it those who fall for Trump’s absurd lies who are more likely to be the (unknowing) agents of positive change? After all, what has revealed the moral contradictions of capitalism more perfectly than Trump’s tweet about Springsteen’s “atrophied” skin?
Bill Hassler, McKinleyville
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Rancor, Recalls and a Resignation
Blue Lake city government falls deeper into turmoil
By Thadeus Greenson thad@northcoastjournal.com
Things have gotten awfully muddy in Blue Lake.
The city council’s decision to part ways with longtime City Manager Amanda Mager early last month has laid bare deep divisions in the small city of about 1,200 residents, prompting an extended series of social media spats between those applauding the newly elected council majority’s move and those decrying it and a lack of transparency in the process.
Things came further to a head last week, when a group of residents used the public comment period of the Blue Lake City Council’s May 27 meeting to serve its three newly elected members — Councilmember Kat Napier, Mayor Pro-tem Elise Scafani and Mayor John Sawatzky — with official notices of an effort underway to recall them from office. News then broke two days later (via the Lost Coast Outpost’s Ryan Burns) that another councilmember, Christopher Firor, one of only two holdovers from the previous council, had resigned his post two minutes before that meeting began. Here’s a brief rundown of what we know about Mager’s separation from the city, the recall effort under way and Firor’s resignation.
No Paper Trail
It remains unclear who on the Blue Lake City Council decided the city should part ways with former City Manager Amanda “Mandy” Mager after 10 years of service, and when the decision was made, much less why.
The council met in closed session May 6 to discuss Mager’s employee performance, as it had done five times previously since the start of the year, but reported having taken no action at the
meeting. Two days later, amid rumors Mager had been fired, the city released a statement saying she “and the city council have mutually decided to end their relationship May 9.” The council then voted unanimously 4-0, with Firor absent, on May 13 to ratify a separation agreement with Mager, the provision of which included the wording of the May 8 announcement, indicating the separation agreement had been reached in principle prior. Experts told the Journal this is an apparent violation of California transparency laws, which require that final employment decisions by a council — like deciding to enter into a separation agreement — be made in an official meeting and be reported out of closed session. (They say the council again violated the law May 13 when the city failed to put separating Mager from her employment with the city or ratification of the agreement on the council’s closed session agenda.)
City Attorney Ryan Plotz has repeatedly declined to answer questions about when the council’s decision to part ways with Mager was made and who made up the majority of members that reached it. Sawatzky has directed such inquiries back to Plotz, while other council members have not responded to Journal emails seeking comment.
In the aftermath of the city’s May 8 announcement, the Journal filed requests with the city under the California Public Records Act seeking a copy of Mager’s contract, as well as any formal complaints filed against her during her tenure, and documents related to their investigation. Additionally, the Journal requested any written notice of intended removal given to Mager, which would have been
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required under the Blue Lake Municipal Code if the council had begun the formal process of firing her, as well as any written reasons for the action, which the code provides Mager could have requested.
Plotz responded that the city has no records of formal complaints filed against Mager during her almost decade-long tenure, and no documentation of her being given a notice of intended removal.
So there’s nothing in the official record to lend clarity to who on the council decided to part ways with Mager, exactly when or why. What we do know is that on March 13, at the council’s direction, the city renewed Mager’s contract and gave her a $10,000 annual raise. Then, less than two months later, the city agreed to pay her four months’ salary — $30,000 — and health and benefits in exchange for terminating her employment and her promise not to sue the city.
Recall Process Underway
As rumors that Mager had been fired on May 6 swirled — and before the ensuing statement about a mutually decided separation had been released — a group of Blue Lakers gathered in Perigot Park and began talking about launching an effort to recall Napier, Sawatzky and Scafani, all of whom took office after the November election, with Napier winning her seat after her name was pulled randomly out of a box to break an electoral tie with incumbent Adelene Jones.
That effort took an important early step forward May 27, when proponents served each of the trio of council members with a notice of recall petition signed by the required 30 Blue Lake registered voters. The proponents then posted the petitions in public spaces, as required, in lieu of publishing them in a local newspaper of record, as Blue Lake does not have one. The notice offers two reasons for each of the three recall efforts: the council’s decision to part ways with Mager and its decision not to approve the city’s overdue Housing Element in the face of threatened fines from the state of California. (The council majority, while declining to discuss anything regarding Mager’s departure from the city, has charged that more time is needed to approve a quality Housing Element and have asked the state to be given until the end of the year to do so.)
The notice must now be approved by a local election official — typically a city clerk for a municipal election, though Blue Lake doesn’t have one — after
which proponents have 40 days to gather the required signatures to qualify the efforts (it’s one petition for each council member) for the ballot, which in Blue Lake’s case is 30 percent of registered voters, or about 248, depending on the latest registration numbers.
If recall proponents are successful in reaching that threshold before the deadline, the city must declare a recall election within 14 days and then hold that election within 125 days. The city would bear the election’s cost.
Speaking to the Times-Standard, Sawatzky said the recall effort was “definitely expected” and charged it is part of an intimidation campaign that has included threats from unnamed residents.
An Unexpected Resignation
Amid all the rancor of a recall effort, Firor, appointed to the council in October to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Elizabeth McKay (who told the Times-Standard she stepped down because she was struggling to deal with the criticism often levied at the council during public comment periods), quietly tapped out.
“Please accept this letter as my formal
days.
resignation from my position as city counselor for Blue Lake, effective immediately,” Firor wrote in a letter sent to interim City Manager Dani Burkhart and office clerk Tonie Quigley two minutes before the start of the May 27 council meeting. “This decision was not made lightly, but after careful consideration, I believe it is the right time for me to step down.”
Firor went on to write that it has been “an honor and a privilege” serving residents of Blue Lake and that he is proud of the work he accomplished. He further wrote that he was grateful for the opportunity to work with “dedicated city staff and engaged citizens,” but the letter makes no mention of his council colleagues.
Firor did not respond to multiple Journal inquiries seeking comment for this story.
The council can now decide whether to appoint someone to fill Firor’s seat, to go through an application process or to hold a special election. Its next regularly scheduled meeting is June 24. l
Thadeus Greenson (he/him) is the Journal’s news editor. Reach him at (707) 442-1400, extension 321, or thad@ northcoastjournal.com.
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Blue Lake politics have been dominated by talk of recalls and a resignation in recent
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Once Leaders, Newspapers Knuckle Under on DEI
By Edward C. Pease views@northcoastjournal.com
The Gannett Co., America’s largest newspaper chain, recently lost its moral compass, a victim of the miasma of intimidation emanating from the White House.
Gannett, once the nation’s loudest voice for racial and ethnic diversity in news operations and content, “will no longer publish demographic and diversity data about its workforce,” Harvard‘s Nieman journalism thinktank reported.
In the mid-1980s, as a junior faculty member in my 30s, I became involved in the national effort by the American Newspaper Publishers Association (ASNE) to diversify its workforce. The goal was to staff newspaper newsrooms with more
people of different races, cultures and backgrounds to help newspapers report more fully and accurately on America. All of America.
The rationale was both ethical and pragmatic, David Lawrence Jr., then-publisher of Gannett’s Miami Herald and president of ASNE, said in 1991. “Moral in the sense that [a diverse workforce] . . . is simply a matter of being fair,” he said. “Practical in the sense that it is absolutely crucial to the future of our business.”
It was not a new concept. Back in the mid-1960s during the Civil Rights era, when race riots spread across the country, the violence caught the news business napping. One reason, editors and publishers said, was that their news-
rooms were almost 100 percent White. “We can’t find qualified” Black reporters, editors said in 1968.
Newspapers began concerted efforts to recruit more people of color to report on the communities that white journalists didn’t know. The goal was not just to cover different kinds of stories for Black people, but to inform the larger society about itself.
In 1988, as a graduate student at Ohio University, with financial support from my university and corporate sponsors, I founded and directed an intensive training program, the Midwest Newspaper Workshop for Minorities. We reckoned that if newspapers couldn’t find qualified journalists of color, we’d train some. Similar
training programs were created at other universities.
The most enthusiastic backer of these efforts was the Gannett Foundation, which provided funding, and Gannett newspapers in our area, which sent their journalists to help with training and — importantly — committed to hire workshop graduates for at least a year.
It saddens me beyond words to learn that Gannett has abandoned its commitment to helping its readers and communities learn about all of the American experience. Diversity, equity and inclusion is part of the American soul, part of what brought so many different people here yearning to be free to live, work and prosper. The Trump administration’s assault on diversity and inclusion is evidence of its determination to dismantle essential parts of the American experience.
In 1946, Robert Hutchins, president of the University of Chicago and chairman of the presidential Commission on Freedom of the Press, explained the societal importance of diversity of thought and perspective in the press.
“The tremendous influence of the modern press makes it imperative that the great agencies of mass communication show hospitality to ideas which their owners do not share,” Hutchins said. “Otherwise, these ideas will not have a fair chance.”
Likewise, without a workforce that reflects variety and diversity, the press cannot reflect all of America. In 1991, nearly 50 years later, the Miami Herald’s David Lawrence reflected Hutchins’s philosophy: “My own life experiences do not provide a complete and unabridged perspective on what is important to others in this world. That is why I must ‘people’ my newspaper with folks who know something more about many things than I.”
But at the new Gannett, instead of “We lead with inclusion,” the new corporate line is, “At Gannett, everyone can thrive.” That’s good, but not the same. l
Edward C. Pease, Ph.D., is a journalist and emeritus professor of journalism.
Co-op Donation Brings Food for People Closer to Challenge Goal to Offset Trump Cuts
Food for People’s efforts to offset a huge, DOGE-induced funding loss got a boost recently, when the North Coast Co-op pledged to add $3,500 to the Farmers Fund challenge, encouraging community members who are also able to contribute to the effort to help both local farmers and food-insecure households.
“The North Coast Co-op is excited to be part of this fundraising challenge that supports two things we care about highly, getting nutritious food to those who need it the most in our community while supporting our local farmers,” Co-op Sponsors and Donations Administrator Emily Walter said in a press release.
On March 10, Food for People and the North Coast Grower’s Association’s Harvest Hub were rattled by news that Trump administration cuts at the United States Department of Agriculture were shuttering a program — the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement — that was providing Food for People about $360,000 annually to purchase produce from local farms through the North Coast Growers Association’s Harvest Hub. The program had reverberating impacts, helping the food bank secure thousands of pounds of produce monthly
for its approximately 21,000 clients, while supporting local farms by purchasing food with funds from outside the county that then went to pay local wages and support local families.
After hearing of the cut, Food for People supporters Melanie Williams and Barbara Goldberg pledged to match $50,000 worth of donations made to the food bank’s Locally Delicious Farmers Fund, which is used to purchase produce solely from local farms.
“When we learned this vital funding had been cut, we felt a sense of urgency,” Williams and Goldberg said in the press release. “The growing season has begun, we can’t wait, our local farmers need our financial support now to assure local seniors, children and tribal people have healthy food again this season.”
With the Co-op’s recent pledge, the challenge to meet Williams and Goldberg’s $50,000 match has now raised $42,000, sitting $8,000 short of its goal with a looming June 7 deadline.
Donations can be made to Food for People’s Locally Delicious Farmers Fund by mail (PO Box 4922, Eureka, CA 95502) or online at foodforpeople.org.
— Thadeus Greenson POSTED 05.30.25
Fair Board to Host Town Hall to Gather Entertainment Ideas
With horseracing in the far back stretch as an option for entertainment, the Humboldt County Fair board and staff are seeking input from the public on what to do next. A town hall is scheduled for Monday, June 9, at 7 p.m. in the fairgrounds’ Turf Room.
HCFA CEO Moira Kenny cautioned the board during its May 27 meeting that expectations should be modest for the
upcoming fair, which is now only three months away. Some suggestions for use of the arena and grandstands — including a Monster Truck Rally and demolition derby — have already been ruled out due to cost and the noise restrictions included in the fairgrounds’ Conditional Use Permit (CUP).
“I did strongly recommend that if we did move forward with a town hall meeting of any sort we were very clear on parameters — we’re at 90 days here,”
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said Kenny, referring to a previous meeting with the Executive Committee, during which she expressed the opinion that a town hall could potentially “backfire” on staff if none of the suggestions were ones that could be implemented.
“I think it’s really important to have a town hall,” said Director Jack Rice. “We have so many changes this year. We should be getting input, letting the community ask questions. ‘Here’s what’s happening, here’s what we’re planning, what would you suggest to help us be successful this year?’ They could be just as upset with us for sitting in our little boardroom and making decisions without input.”
Director Clint Duey agreed, but suggested they widen the scope of the meeting’s purpose to be about “moving forward” rather than actionable items for the fair in August, which might help with expectations. Duey suggested a “tough mudder” obstacle course race might be popular; Director Lawrence Dwight said many people had suggested staging a concert. Kenny said staff had considered what
they were calling “a day of races” with several different categories of competitors, from corgis to humans in costume. Whatever takes the place of horse racing this year must be cost-effective; per Kenny, no money is currently budgeted for extra entertainment, and recent financial reports show the organization working within a tight margin to stay solvent. The fair is the association’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and it remains to be seen if the lack of racing as an attendance draw will break the 129-year old institution’s budget.
Reached for comment after the meeting, Board President Andy Titus said this is a “pivotal time” for the association and said he hopes the public will come out for the event.
“I know there’s great ideas out there. I hear them all the time and I’m just hoping those people will actually come to the meeting and put them out there and see if there is anything we can do to make them work,” said Titus.
— Linda Stansberry
Sheriff’s Office Identifies Contractor Killed in Landslide as Former Police Sergeant
An employee of a Caltrans contractor was killed before dawn on May 31 during an active landslide on State Route 36 east of Swimmer’s Delight, the agency announced.
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office identified the man killed as former Eureka Police Sgt. Rodrigo Reyna-Sanchez, 58, who reportedly took up work with the contracting company after his retirement in 2022.
According to the sheriff’s office, the accident occurred in the 13000 block of State Route 36 at about 5:50 a.m., when a “significant amount of debris” fell from the active landslide.
“The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Mr. Reyna-Sanchez during this difficult time,” the press release states.
State Route 36 remains closed due to the active slide and Caltrans advises the traveling public to follow its District 1 social media accounts for the latest updates.
Reyna-Sanchez worked at the Eureka Police Department for 22 years, and
received multiple commendations, before he was placed on administrative leave in March of 2021 after the Sacramento Bee reported on group text messages it obtained between him and a unit of officers he supervised. The texts used vulgar, misogynistic and dehumanizing language to describe unhoused residents and women, drawing widespread condemnation.
After a year-long investigation, Reyna-Sanchez, retired in March of 2022 while facing pending disciplinary action from the department, effective immediately.
In a statement, Caltrans extended condolences to Reyna-Sanchez’s family and those who knew him, adding that the safety of the traveling public, department employees and contractors is always the agency’s top priority.
“We extend our sincere condolences to the worker’s family and friends and all who knew and worked with him,” spokesperson Manny Machado said in an emailed statement, adding that the “tragic incident … serves as a reminder of the risks associated with our work on state highways.”
— Thadeus Greenson POSTED 06.02.25
A History of Humboldt County Baseball
Editor’s Note: A version of this story first appeared in the Humboldt Historical society’s Humboldt Historian in spring of 2014, on the 70th anniversary of the Humboldt Crabs Baseball team. In 2023, after a decade playing as an independent team, the Crabs joined the Pacific Empire League. The oldest continuously operating semi-pro collegiate summer baseball team in America, the Crabs have just begun their 81st season.
In the early days, they were called “Paladini’s Humboldt Crabs” in honor of initial sponsorship and support provided by the Paladini Fish Co. While the company name was eventually dropped, the Humboldt Crabs were quickly embraced by the local community as a summer tradition.
Commenting on the chosen name in 1945, according to the official 2001 season program, team founder Lou Bonomini said, “We’ll be known as Crabs. Sounds funny but we’re serious. We believe we are publicizing one of the widest-known sea-
foods on the Pacific coast. No, we won’t be crabbing on the field. I’ll do my best to field a team that will give the fans here some good baseball. We might drop a few this summer but we’ll be in there trying every inning. ”
BIRTH OF A COMMUNITY TREASURE
In an early 2006 interview, Ned Barsuglia, who himself spent more than a half century working with the Crabs, was emphatic on two critical points about the local baseball team: the amazing contributions of the entire Bonomini family and their decades-long efforts; and the fact that the Humboldt Crabs are a community treasure.
According to Barsuglia, Bonomini built the Crabs on a strong tradition of local baseball. The late 1930s, for example, featured a six-team “Mid County League,” which included teams like the Merchants, a team Barsuglia played for as a right fielder/relief pitcher during the summers
of 1937 through 1940.
Bonomini himself credited the team’s establishment to a strong local baseball tradition that was supported by businesses like Paladini’s Fish and Eureka Newspapers Inc.
Beginning his efforts to create the team in 1944, Bonomini led the Crabs to an inaugural opening day on June 17, 1945, and would go on to coach and manage the team for the next 43 years.
Lou Bonomini passed away on Dec. 17, 2000. As part of a eulogy delivered at his funeral four days later, then Crabs board member Carl Del Grande recalled his own years as a batboy for the early Crabs teams, saying, “Unlike today, these Crabs were not college students but rather breadwinners with families to feed. Each had a day job but gave up his weekends for the love of the game and because even in those early days no one said ‘no’ to Lou Bonomini.”
Reciting a roster of local players who might have been present on an early Sunday afternoon, Del Grande identified
his own father, as well as player and coach Lou Bonomini, Lou’s brother Joe as umpire, Dave Hauger, Rico Pastori, Ed Oliveira, Maury Ayala, Charley Timmons (of Paladini’s), Veryl Buffington, Roger Osenbach, Bob Mathews, Frankie Costa, Clarence McLain and Kenny Dunaway. Del Grande said, “It was Louie Bonomini who took a ragtag bunch of locals called the Paladini Humboldt Crabs and led them to national prominence by competing successfully at the National Baseball Congress Championships at Atwater [California], the National Championship Tournament at Wichita, Kansas, and ultimately to the high quality championship teams that we know today.”
Other individuals that he credited with contributing to the success of the Humboldt Crabs included Fred Papini (assistant coach), Gabe Vallee (in charge of concessions), Ugo Guintini (running the gate), Frank Salzoni (field conditions) and local media legend Don Terbush (announcer and scorekeeper).
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File photo by Thomas Lal
A Newly Accessible ‘Treasure’
By Thadeus Greenson
The Arcata Ball Park got a much needed makeover expanding access to Crabs games for those with mobility challenges this spring, and it’s thanks largely to a huge Crabs fan in a high place.
North Coast state Sen. and Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire announced that he’d secured $1 million in state funding to overhaul the ballpark façade and make the park compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act back in 2022. After a frenzied push to get the place ready for the Crabs’ May 30 opener (some say cement was still being poured a couple days before the first pitch of the season, while others say work continued until about 45 minutes before gates opened), McGuire sounded like a fan at heart when asked by the Journal what prompted him to secure the bulk of the construction funds.
“A North Coast original for over 80 years, Humboldt Crabs baseball is full of family fun,” he said. “Nothing says summer like Crabs baseball. When the beloved downtown Arcata stadium needed accessibility work and a facelift, it was an honor to work with the city and Crabs to secure $1 million in state funding for modernization improvements. This is an investment that all of Humboldt will experience and enjoy for decades to come.”
Humboldt Crabs Board Member Matt Filar says it’s no secret the ballpark has needed accessibility work and a facelift “for a long, long time,” but says to his knowledge no one made an official request or plea for the state funding. Rather it seems McGuire and his staff, who hold an annual barbecue event at
the ballpark and are Crabs fans, simply identified the need and took it upon themselves to address it.
“We always felt it would be really nice to do it,” Filar says. “But we didn’t ask anyone to do it. As far as I know, Mike McGuire just decided to do it.”
Filar says in addition to aesthetic improvements, the project reduced the pitch of an entry ramp to make it safe and ADA compliant, added ADA access to the park’s left field area and installed emergency lighting throughout the park that will keep fans safe in the event of a power outage. He says the organization is very happy with the (almost) finished product. (An ordered entry gate has yet to arrive and some landscaping still needs to be done.)
“It’s beautiful. It’s really nice,” he says, adding that it got rave reviews from many of the more than 1,200 people in attendance on opening night. “It’s a block off the plaza and it’s a showcase for the city of Arcata.”
City Manager Merritt Perry says the city would up contributing about $785,000 to the project from its open space fund, parks and trails special tax, recreation fees and general fund reserves, but it wouldn’t have been possible without the state support. Perry says he loves the way the façade looks — with two brick columns forming an entryway under a metal arch with the words “Arcata Ball Park Home of the Humboldt Crabs” cut out — but the accessibility improvements are most exciting.
“Whenever you can make a treasure like the Arcata Ball Park more accessible to everyone, the better,” he says.
THE TEAM EVOLVES
Del Grande, quoted in the team’s 2001 program, said of Barsuglia, “Fortunately for Louie, back in 1965, a dear friend, Ned Barsuglia, became the team’s general manager and took care of the off-field operations and player recruitment.”
Interviewed in April of 2006, Barsuglia recalled a few years of transition into his new role with the Crabs, “from ’65 to ’67. Then in ’67 [Bonomini] said, ‘Hey, you do some of the recruiting. That’s when I brought in some of the players from Santa Barbara and I brought in players from Oregon and Washington. Then the following year we expanded ... and we’d always get two or three Cal or Stanford players.”
And it was with those increasingly collegiate teams that Barsuglia seemed to have the most vivid memories of the tournament trips to Wichita. “I remember the great trips that we had where we’d go to Wichita [for the National Baseball Congress World Series],” he recalled. “They were great trips. Going through the Colorado Rockies in the evenings gave you spectacular views of the sunsets. We would leave here and play in Reno. Then we’d go to Provo, Utah, and play a couple of nights there,” he continued. “Then we’d go to Grand
Junction [Colorado] and play three games there. Then we’d go to Pueblo, Colorado, and play one game there. Then we’d go to the famous western town of Dodge City, Kansas, and play another day there. Then we’d go into Wichita, having played six to eight games on the trip there. And that really seasoned the team.”
Barsuglia noted that alternate itineraries took the team “to Fort Smith, Colorado, which always had a good team, then into Boulder, Colorado, to play the collegiate team. Then sometimes we’d stop off to play at Denver. Then we’d go into Wichita. Then we’d come home on Route 66: Liberal, Albuquerque, Flagstaff, Bakersfield, then home. They were great trips. The only thing was that coming home we’d drive straight through for 40 hours, changing drivers.”
And it was just fortunate that Matt Nutter decided that he would like to take it over with his dad.
— Ned Barsuglia
“I enjoyed Lou,” Barsuglia added. “Lou was a great person. … You know, when Louie and I were together we never had a bad word for each other. We never had any problems. He would run the team on the field and he would see that stuff was in the concession stand, because he had a store.”
Barsuglia recalls Bonomini’s daughters and wife running the concession stand. “And Ugo Guintini was [in] the ticket office. I took care of the recruiting, hiring
The inaugural lineup of Paladini’s Humboldt Crabs in 1946. Courtesy of the Humboldt Crabs
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The team also traveled well beyond Route 66 during this period. “I remember when we had that Alaskan League in ’67 to ’72,” Barsuglia said. “We had the San Rafael Braves, which was a team that one of the major league scouts ran. We had Eugene, Oregon. We had the Bellingham Bells. We had Fairbanks and Anchorage. And we had the Sparks Nuggets. And we had Grand Junction. We had that league then. And that league went on for five years and the Crabs won it three out of the five years. That was one of the nicest leagues there was. The only problem was that when we went north, we’d be gone for a week. Then we’d have to go some weekend to San Rafael.”
Asked about his own memories of Bonomini’s “retirement” from the Crabs, Barsuglia characterized it as “a real sad day. … His last year was ’86,” he said, adding that the decision caught him by surprise.
“It just came out of the blue,” he explained. “He called me one day and said, ‘I’m quittin’.’ And boy, when Lou said he was quittin’ he really was quittin’. When he said, ‘This is it,’ it really was it.”
Barsuglia recalled his response: “I said, ‘You can’t quit.’ But he said, ‘You can run it.’ And I was fortunate.”
Barsuglia identified some of that good fortune as having Tom Giacomini replace Bonomini as coach, adding, “When Louie quit, Tom Giacomini’s wife and son and daughter ran it for the next four years. And when Tom got Athletic Director [at College of the Redwoods] in the fall of ’91, that was his last year. Then we had to bring in different coaches. We brought in Steve Neal, who played for the Crabs and had the home run record for many years until Troy Schader — it had been 20 until Schader came through with 23. So Tom’s boy and girl ran the concession stand while Ugo [Guintini] ran the gate .... My son-in-law helped running the gate when Ugo wanted the day off ... and we operated that way through ’94.” Barsuglia’s other family members performed many of the critical support roles during this period.
PREPARING FOR A SECOND HALF CENTURY
In 1995, Barsuglia announced that the time had come for him to step down as well and, with no obvious protégé being trained, it appeared that the Humboldt
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Crabs would fold after a half century of baseball.
It was at this point that Jerry Nutter figuratively stepped up to the plate and “saved the Crabs.” The father of former Crabs’ pitcher Matt Nutter, Jerry applied his broad expertise as the retired president of the Orange County YMCA to transition the Crabs from a small operation supported by overworked family members to a not-for-profit community benefit organization run by a volunteer board of directors numbering nearly two dozen.
Barsuglia retained the role as “chief scout” for the evolving organization.
A small point of local historic debate has emerged as a result of subsequent interviews in which Barsuglia has said on a few occasions that he may have “hedged” on his threats to close the team in ’95.
For example, in April 2006, he stated, “And then when I told them I was quitting it was quite a shock to some people. But I already had the team. I had the schedule. So I thought, ‘Well, I’ll say I’m quittin’ and
if nobody takes it, I guess I’ll have to run it another year.’ And it was just fortunate that Matt Nutter decided that he would like to take it over with his dad [Jerry]. His dad didn’t know anything about baseball at the time, but we sat down two or three times a week and talked about the Crabs and he got onto it. He’s done a good job.”
But the reality is that, regardless of how it might have been characterized later, most people familiar with the situation are convinced that the Crabs would have never entered their second half-century without the guidance and efforts of Jerry Nutter and his ability to create the viable structure that continues to provide Humboldt County with quality summer baseball. l
Scott Gourley (he/him) is a local writer and year-round baseball fan. This story is reprinted with the permission of the Humboldt Historian and the Humboldt Historical Society.
At left, team founder Lou Bonomini. Courtesy of the Humboldt Crabs
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Humboldt Crabs 2025 Home Schedule
June 6 — Fresno A’s, 7 p.m.*
June 7 — Fresno A’s (’80s Night), 6:30 p.m.
June 8 — Fresno A’s (Fairy Festival Day), 12:30 p.m.*
June 10 — Stockton Pearls, 7 p.m.*
June 11 — Stockton Pearls (Cowbell Night), 7 p.m.
June 13 — Athletic Edge Express (Tie-dye Night), 7 p.m.*
July 27 — Medford Rogues (Sequoia Humane Society Day), 12:30 p.m.*
July 29 — TBD
July 29 — TBD
July 30 — TBD
Aug. 2 — Placer County Peloteros (Fan Appreciation Night/’70s Night/Mustache Night), 6:30 p.m.*
Aug. 3 — Placer County Peloteros (Aloha Sunday, See You in 2026!), 12:30 p.m.*
* = Denotes an appearance by the World Famous Crab Grass Band
Tickets are $10 for adults, $4 for children ages 3-12. Season passes cost $150 for adults, $75 for children. Tickets are available at Wildberries Marketplace and at humboldtcrabs.com, but not at the ballpark.
Crabs Open Season with a Sweep of the Novato Knicks
By Brandon Dixon getout@northcoastjournal.com
The last Friday in May was the beginning of the newest chapter for the Humboldt Crabs. The ballpark has gotten a facelift, the team has turned over, but the sounds, smells and ambiance are all the same. The Crab Grass band, photographer Matt Filar and the notorious hecklers were all in attendance, primed and ready. One of the familiar faces, local Miles Standish, in his third summer as a Crab, would get the call to the mound to open the season. “They let me know Thursday night and I was just really excited. I grew up coming to Crabs games and I wasn’t really expecting it, but it’s always been a dream of mine,” said Standish, a 6-foot2-inch southpaw from College of the Redwoods. The lefty would make the most of the opportunity, giving up one run on three hits over five innings, while striking out six. “I was throwing mostly fastballs and change-ups, goin’ hard in and using my change-up away. I was just trying to get ahead and stay in the zone,” he said. “I really trust Kawana [Soares] back there. I love throwing to him.”
Soares, the Crabs opening night catcher from Hawaii, is back for another summer in Arcata after taking last summer off. “It’s awesome being back. When I was here before, I was so impressed with the fans and the atmosphere, and the energy at the ballpark. It’s been fun to come back and see how some of the local kids have grown, and see some of the familiar faces in the crowd. I love playing here,” said Soares. One of the biggest leaps Soares has seen was in his starting pitcher. “Miles’ velocity is up, he has better command, he has a different presence. It was really cool to see how he’s progressed and he threw great. I’m glad he got the call on opening night.”
After the Crabs took an early 1-0 lead in the third inning, the Novato Knicks would
answer back to tie the score in the fourth. The Crabs would take the lead back in the fifth inning, but a two-run home run would then give the Knicks a one-run lead in the sixth. The Crabs proved resilient, though. In their half of the frame, the boys would answer with two runs of their own. A Sutter Moss single followed by a wild pitch and a double from Adam Enyart would tie the game. A walk would advance the runners and set up Parker Rogers to drive in a run on a fielder’s choice. The Crabs would not look back. Kayden Kohlberg would come on for two flawless innings of relief to earn the save. He struck out three batters and the good guys walked away victorious on opening night, 4-3.
Saturday night’s contest would be just as back and forth, but with one of the strangest finishes you’ll see at the ballpark. After four scoreless innings of relief from Peter Caldera, RBI singles from both Nolan Hamilton and Rodgers would put the Crabs up 3-1 in the seventh. The Knicks would answer with two runs scored with two outs in the eighth to set up a wild ninth inning for the Crabs. Some games are won with blood, sweat and tears, but Saturday night was won with bruises. The bottom of the ninth would see three batters hit by pitches. A fourth batter was hit, but because it hit his bat on the way to his sternum it was called a foul ball. Ultimately, the Crabbies would “walk it off” after the Knicks pitcher’s continued struggles to find the strike zone resulted in the Crabs taking game two, 4-3.
Sunday, the bats came alive. Starter David Zazueta put together a solid start, striking out eight, but also struggled with the zone, walking five. The Crabs would put up five runs in the second, two in the fourth, three in the fifth, two in the sixth, and another five in the seventh. The barrage would prove to be too much for
the Knicks, and the Crabs would roll 17-7 behind three RBIs apiece from Soares, Keenan Morris, Moss and Cayden Lee. The brooms were broken out and the Crabs open the season with a 3-0 sweep of the Novato Knicks. The boys are back in action Wednesday Night against the Humboldt Eagles, before opening a three-game series against the Fresno A’s. See you all at the yard. Go, Crabs, go!
Heckle of the Week
To the Knicks pitcher with extremely tight pants: “Hey 32, who paints your pants on?” ●
Brandon Dixon (he/him) is a former All American who played college baseball for Orange Coast College, Point Loma Nazarene and the Peninsula Oilers. Husband and father to two little girls, he’s also the host of The Brando Show podcast.
Kawana Soares catches smoke from a Crabs pitcher.
Photo by Matt Filar
Volunteer at the Potawot Community Food Garden
We need volunteers to help us this summer at the Potawot Community Food Garden.
Specifically in need of volunteer help on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:30 until about noon beginning June through October to help with harvesting before our farmers market. Gardening or farming experience is preferred but not necessary – We offer onsite learning and help along the way. We are accommodating to most capabilities/ limitations. Volunteers must be 18 years or older or have an adult with them.
Our general volunteer hours are 8:30 – 12:00 PM and 1:00 – 4:00 June 1- September 20th, Monday through Friday. Please contact us prior to volunteering to schedule a time so we can be prepared for you.
We do accept drop-ins if you’re feeling spontaneous! For drop-in volunteering, we ask that you still give us heads up via call/text.
To volunteer please contact: (707) 601-6282 or email ellen.sanders-raigosa@uihs.org
Limited internships available for college students. If you are interested in interning, contact Jude Marshall, Community Nutrition Manager at (707) 825-4098 or jude.marshall@uihs.org
To learn more about our program, visit linktr.ee/potawotgarden
A Ranking of Snack Shack Eats at the Arcata Ball Park
By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill jennifer@northcoastjournal.com
Trips to the concessions stand are part of the baseball experience — central to it, for some of us.
At the Arcata Ball Park, the tab is surprisingly inexpensive, with food items topping out at $9, a pittance compared to big stadiums. This leaves you with a little extra to earn a “Tip, tip, hooray!” from the staff. (They’re too busy to dwell on a missed tip, but trust that everyone behind you will notice the silence.) We’ve also got a strong lineup on the whiteboard menu. Pro tip: Extra cheese — nacho or shredded — on the side or atop whatever you’re having is available for a small charge. As for other customizations, concessions manager Genie Dickinson says, “You talk to one of us and we will make it happen.” Here are our top picks for dining around the diamond.
8. Veggie dog ($6). A split and fried herby Impossible dog on a white bun, it’s fine. It’s a veggie dog. Unadorned, it is a bit of an also-ran but the animals you’re sparing by keeping it vegetarian would want you to be happy. Hit the toppings
bar and take this thing to Chicago with tomatoes and pickles. Get a side order of chopped onions, some shredded cheese and pickled jalapeño slices. Then eat some of your neighbor’s nachos.
7. Nachos ($6). Ah, snack shack nachos. The paper boat strains under a pile of salty, circular tortilla chips, a variety found only at parks and movie theaters, doused in canned Ortega nacho cheese and crowned with pickled jalapeño slices. Don’t scoff at canned nacho cheese: It’s the gold standard for staying hot and un-separated for the trip back to the stands, and it maintains dip-ability even during a breezy night game. It’s also your best bet for sharing because your friend with the veggie dog is definitely reaching over.
6. Cheeseburger ($9). Here we have a straightforward, ½-inch-thick patty cooked on a flat-top grill, topped with American cheese and actually centered on a white bun. Curly Greenleaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, ketchup, mayo and mustard are all at your disposal. It’s basic but solid, a ballpark bargain and a gamer.
The bounty of the ballpark. Photos by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill
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5. Burrito ($6). Pre-rolls from Patino’s Mexican Food, these aren’t quite as marvelous as the made-to-order you’ll get lining up at the truck (those are delightful, treat yourself sometime), but with scratch-made beans and rice, the beef, chicken and pork options far surpass the usual grab-and-go variety. Don’t forget to ask for salsa on the side.
4. Chocolate chip cookie ($2). The candy calls but consider letting your sweet tooth chomp on this oversized cookie made by Cal Poly Humboldt’s dining services. It’s perfectly browned, crispy-chewy and chip heavy, buttery with a hint of salt. This is the kind of cookie that launched a thousand Little Leaguers — simple, classic and utterly wholesome.
3. Hot dog ($5). The foil-wrapped ¼-pound Nathan’s beef dog hits the spot for traditionalists. There’s no relish or kraut, if that’s a dealbreaker for you, but it is the unfussy original, coming in hot. And friends, in the open, accepting atmosphere of Arcata, nobody will judge you for putting ketchup on it. Unless you’re with the visiting team — in which case, expect brutal heckling.
2. Pie ($6). Not every ballpark has pie. The home of the Crabs, however, is blessed with selections from Slice of Humboldt Pie. It may be unconventional, but the wedge of Peach-Berry Crumble, with its purple-to-orange ombre, cinnamon crumb topping and thick, lightly salty bottom
crust is perfect for a summer sunset at the game. Depending how the game is going, Chocolate Silk might be the dessert to feed your feelings. Check the whiteboard for daily options and keep in mind the shop is mere blocks away at 660 K St. if you need more pie later to celebrate victory or wallow in Mudville.
1. Chili dog ($7). Is this technically better than the pie? No. It is, however, the best thing to eat at the ballpark. Because somewhere under that ladle’s worth of canned chili (connoisseurs may wish to inquire as to whether tonight’s offering is Stagg), shredded cheese and chopped onion is that same hefty Nathan’s hot dog — impossible to eat with decorum and unlikely to stay off your shirt. Friend, you are not at a table, bound to the strictures of etiquette. You are not even hunched over your sad desk lunch. You are at a ballgame, with everyone’s attention on the drama unfolding on the field. Here, amid the raucous music of the World Famous Crab Grass Band, the wild cheers and the lawless hecklers, the chili dog bids you to follow its messy example: Return to your primal, napkin-crumpling self and become ungovernable. l
Jennifer Fumiko Cahill (she/her) is the arts and features editor at the Journal. Reach her at (707) 442-1400, or jennifer@ northcoastjournal.com. Follow her on Bluesky @jfumikocahill.bsky.social.
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Talkin’ Baseball
By Collin Yeo setlist@northcoastjournal.com
Summer comes in pieces, with many unofficial starting points before the solstice. Around here, one of those points is the beginning of the Crabs’ baseball season, which started Friday. Opening night is always a big deal in Arcata, with people of all ages filling the metal bleachers and picnic tables to root for the home team, the oldest continually running semi-pro collegiate team in the country. The packed crowd hums with not only the energy of the game, but the pursuit of drinks, eats and treats, and a shared vibrancy rivaling the warm, giddy joy of life seen among the mayflies, swallows and red-winged blackbirds curling and singing under the long sun. But I’m the music guy, here to drop some information about another irreplaceable tradition tacked onto the larger show surrounding the lighted diamond. I’m talking about the live music, thundering and delightful, rolling between the innings like salutary cannon-fire. I’m talking about the Crab Grass Band, supplying a soundtrack to the action since the summer of 1983. I spoke to co-founder Hugh Scanlon for a little rundown on the group’s history.
Scanlon is eager to show appreciation for those who helped get the ball rolling 42 years ago, when he was a forestry major at Humboldt State University. Most of his compatriots were from different academic disciplines and the project was never an offshoot of the university’s music program.
“A few of my friends and I were sitting in the stands at one of the games in the middle of summer, and we started talking about how the games could be more exciting with a little music, and gosh, this would be a good time to play.” Inspired by seeing live music between innings at Giants games at Candlestick Park, Scanlon, a trombone player with a proficiency in reading and arranging music, approached the Crabs organization with his friends and offered to play between innings. A deal was struck for free beer and hot dogs, and the Crab Grass Band, little more than a jazz combo, was born.
“This will be our 41st year of playing, minus the pandemic, when everything was shut down.” He continues with a quick
overview of how the group expanded, both in sound by opening the setlist to tunes outside of the jazz and marching band repertoire, and through community outreach.
“We always wanted to be a part of the community, with locals coming from outside the college to play. People would ask how they could be a part of the band and we told them to show up,” Scanlon says. The tryouts were simple: bring an instrument, be able to read charts and have a desire to play. He notes how the music changed, too, with people bringing their own ideas for popular songs to play and finding ways to select the tunes with the most punch in the small time provided, arranged in a key that worked for the entire ensemble, without disrupting the operation as a whole.
“Our conductor is always making eye contact with the announcer so we don’t step on his toes,” Scanlon says. Beyond that, there’s also a protocol for playing songs to rile up the fans when the home team steps up to the plate.
“We try to make things peppy when the Crabs are coming up to bat and a little more casual when it’s the opposing team,” although, Scanlon notes, “We do take requests from the visiting players and sometimes remember their favorite songs for when they come back. We want people to have fun, and it’s always fun to see the other players dancing and shaking it, too.”
Other requests come from the musicians. Scanlon says that he tries to keep it fresh, mentioning a favorite is an electronic dance track from 2017 by Narco called “Timmy Trumpet,” which he brought to the group. Along with the songbook, the group has expanded, with the most players appearing on opening day, before settling into around 15-20 players for most of the season, including some junior high school students. On their first performance this year, Scanlon informed me there were over a dozen saxophone players alone.
Among them was alto sax player Janna Ostoya, who has been with the Crab Grass Band since the ’90s, and whose husband plays in the group as well. She says throughout the years of lineup changes,
the overall vibe has stayed the same, which is always exciting, and “delicious in a way that goes perfectly with a hot dog and a beer.”
Even if, like myself, you’re not much of a hot dog eater or beer drinker, there’s a larger truth at work there, like the joyful perambulations of the many noisy citizens of summer — human, winged and otherwise. I’ll tip a glass to that. Go Crabs.
Thursday
The Arcata Theatre Lounge is hosting Thursdaze, the dancehall and reggae dance fest curated by DJs Sarge One, Rundat, Tanasa Ras and featuring the Fox Den Dancers. The fun starts at 9 p.m., and it’s only $10 to get in the door.
Friday
If you’d like to catch the Crab Grass Band in action between innings — and watch some baseball, too, I suppose — come out to the Arcata Ball Park tonight at 7 p.m. for the first game in a hometown series against the Fresno A’s. Yes, I call it the Ball Park and not Crabs Stadium because big lights and a few bleachers does not a stadium make, but it’s still a big fun time ($10 general, $4 kids 3-12).
Saturday
It’s a big show night tonight, which will hopefully make up for two quiet nights in the beginning of next week. Here’s what’s on the marquee for the evening. At 5 p.m.,
the Eureka Vets Hall is the venue for a benefit show for missing native man Ray Tsatoke, featuring Oakland grindcore band Bob Plant, power violence quartet Hong Kong Fuck You! from Tijuana, Mexico, Malandro, and locals Malicious Algorithm, Sew, Gourmandizer, Kolonizer and Brain-Dead Rejects ($15).
Over at the Arcata Playhouse at 7 p.m., the Creative Sanctuary presents the fourth show in the Jazz is Peace series called Right Here, Right Now, with original compositions by James Zeller and Katie Belknap, as well as some classics picked for the occasion and played by the aforementioned duo along with Humboldt Jazz Collective members Matthew Seno, Ramsey Isaacs, Ron Lee and Tree. Expect words and themes from Thich Nhat Hanh, MLK, Ursula K. LeGuin and bell hooks. Admission is a sliding scale $15-$30.
And finally, Sugar Boys are playing their last show and album release at the Wild Hare Tavern at 8 p.m. Also on board is the group The Disheveled, a name that could describe any number of rock bands in the area ($10).
Sunday
Another Sunday, another afternoon matinee of choral music at the Arcata Playhouse. This week it’s the McKinleyville Community Choir presenting its Spring concert at 3 p.m. Admission is donation only. Enjoy.
Monday and Tuesday
Remember those quiet nights I mentioned on Saturday? Well, they’re here. You’re on your own, so hang in there, kittens. Tomorrow night is going to be special.
Wednesday
Pierre Bensusan is a French-Algerian acoustic guitarist who has managed over a 50-year career to not only carve out his own sound from the brilliant force of his unique playing, but to become the master of one of the more versatile guitar tunings, DADGAD, which forms a bridge from Ireland to North Africa with its enigmatic, neither minor nor major key signature sound. I first became aware of his work as a young kid from a song bearing his last name and written in homage to him by the late master Michael Hedges, and have been a fan ever since. He is truly one of the greats, a world class musician and it will be a rare treat to hear him play in the intimate splendor of the Arcata Playhouse. The show starts at 7:30 p.m., and at $20 a ticket, you’d be wise to snag one ASAP. l
Collin Yeo (he/him) likes the way the stark lights of the field evaporate into the cool darkness of the surrounding night, leaving the tight focus of the game to join the ceaseless inquisition of the sky. A triple play or grand slam isn’t too shabby either.
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The Crab Grass Band serenades the crowd at the Arcata Ball Park on Friday, June 6 at 7 p.m.
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9 to 5: The Musical Clocks in at FRT
By Doranna Benker Gilkey frontrow@northcoastjournal.com
You don’t have to be a fan of Dolly Parton to appreciate 9 to 5: The Musical, now at Ferndale Repertory Theatre, but if you are, you’ll probably love it even more. . The music and lyrics are written by Parton, the book by Patricia Resnick. It’s of course based on the 1980 movie by the same name, starring Parton, who also wrote the music for the movie. Parton knows something about achieving success as a woman in a man’s world; the backstory for one of the main characters is modeled on her story. Here, three women take control of their destinies at a grueling corporate office and get a little sweet revenge along the way.
Violet (Veronica Ruse) is a supervisor of secretaries at the generically named Consolidated Business, where she’s been a longtime, hardworking and loyal employee. She’s a single mother and sole provider for her family. She has corporate ambitions that have been thwarted time and again by male co-workers of lower caliber. Violet is our down-to-earth cynic who becomes a reluctant hero. She meets her newest supervisee Judy (Holly Portman) and quickly finds out Judy has no secretarial experience whatsoever. In fact, Judy has very little experience outside the home at all, having spent her entire adulthood as a housewife who’s just left her cheating husband and struck out on her own for the first time. She is our innocent on a journey of self-discovery. When Doralee (Jessie Rawson) takes the stage with bright, buxom confidence, Violet is quick to let Judy know (sotto voce), “We don’t like her.” Doralee has dreams of her own, but she takes the brunt of the boss’s horrid, sexist behavior and is shunned by the other women in the workplace. She’s our Jessica Rabbit. The protagonists overcome their differences to band together and stand up to their horrible, egotistical, bigoted, sexist boss Franklin Hart (Tyler Egerer). Egerer gives an amazing antagonist performance — a good bad guy can make or break a show, and Egerer gives us his best worst. His over-the-top, even shocking, leers and gyrations make the audience hate Hart quickly. He may be the common enemy but his abuses have affected the protagonists in very different ways.
Ruse gives Violet a competent, grounded energy combined with the vulnerability of thwarted ambition. Violet knows her worth. At no point is she seeking Hart’s personal approval, she just needs him to get out of the way of her promotion to a job worthy of her. Judy is a sharp contrast to Violet: She doesn’t know what she wants or who she is. Portman plays Judy with an almost painful insecurity, the better to show her change through the story as she grows a backbone. Portman’s range of physical performance from the small, quiet Judy to the one taking up space and volume as she finds her strength is impressive. Doralee is subjected to the grossest of Hart’s behavior. She doesn’t let his objectification of her get her down, but she is hurt when her co-workers likewise won’t see past her glamor and cup size. Rawson embodies the down-home country girl in the big city with her performance of Doralee. Parton would be proud.
The songs are great, of course, and the cast does its level best with them, with varying levels of success. Every cast member gives it their all, and that shines through the whole show, but especially in “Hart to Hart,” Roz’s (Roux Kats) burlesque number, “Let Love Grow,” the sweet duet between Violet and Joe (Craig Woods), and Judy’s climactic number “Get out and Stay Out.”
The titular song was No. 1 on the music charts when it came out, catchy, poppy, energetic and fun. (It’s been stuck in my head for days now.) It sets the tone of the musical as the opening number, but the energy of its accompanying choreography doesn’t always keep up with the music. A number of the ensemble numbers have a similar disconnect. In contrast, the solos, especially Egerer on the desk, have great movement with them, adding to the story.
Dillon Savage’s direction gives the musical an enjoyable fairytale feel and the cast seems encouraged to lean hard into
their characters, from leads to ensemble. The melodrama fits well with the revenge plot and character growth, but the musical isn’t nuanced enough to work as a comment on discrimination in the workplace or women’s rights. It uses those themes for the challenges that the heroines grow through, but is a poor study on the themes themselves. Instead, it’s a fairytale of good vs. evil and the power of believing in yourself. And it’s glamorous and authentic at the same time, just like Dolly. l
Doranna Benker Gilkey (she/her) is a longtime Humboldt County resident and can often be found at her store Danda’s Boardgames and Books in Arcata.
COMING SOON
Dell’Arte’s 35th annual Baduwa’t Festival features the comedy Love’s the Best Doctor. Laugh till it hurts June 20-July 6. Visit dellarte.com.
Veronica Ruse and Holly Portman in 9 to 5: The Musical
Photo by Jessie Rawson
First Saturday Night Arts Alive
June 7, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Experience the vibrant atmosphere as galleries, museums, theaters, bars and restaurants extend their hours for your enjoyment.
4TH STREET MERCANTILE 215 Fourth St. Various artists.
40° NORTH GALLERY 320 Second St., Suite #102. “This Mother Earth Can Change the Lights,” Rhianna Gallagher, Caroline Griffith, Forrest Hellum, photography, watercolors, pen and ink, drawings, sculpture, textile, mixed media, performance and installation artwork.
ART CENTER FRAME SHOP 616 Second St. Sandra Henry, Sara Starr, Lynne Bryan and Judy Lachowsky, watercolors.
ART CENTER SPACE 620 Second St. Various local artists.
BELLE STARR 405 Second St. Christina Swingdler, jewelry.
BOOKLEGGER 402 Second St. “Fiasco,” Linda Stansberry, poetry chapbook signing from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Donations from book sales benefit the North Coast Rape Crisis Team.
C STREET STUDIOS 208 C St. Various artists.
DA GOU ROU LOUWI’ CULTURAL CENTER 417 Second St., Suite 101. Payasoderodeo face painting.
EUREKA BOOKS 426 Second St. “Trivia Games with Fun Fact Co.,” locally created trivia game decks.
FRIENDS OF SOUND 412 Second St. Elizabeth Gohr, live music photography, vintage music poster art.
GAZEBO Second and F St. Walk to End Alzheimer’s booth. Raffle.
GOOD RELATIONS 329 Second St. “Cut and Hung,” Vivienne Vidette, mixed media. THE HOOD 621 Fifth St. “Historic Fighter Jets,” Howard Rutherford, oil paintings.
MORRIS GRAVES MUSEUM OF ART 636 F St. William Thonson Gallery: “Ten Thousand Gates - a Celebration of Humboldt Asian American Artists,” Karla Kaizoji Austin, Cate Be, Jeremy Hara, Ted Hsu, the late Suk Choo Kim, Ali Lee, Thao Le Khac, Amy Leon, Annette Makino, Yoshiko Skelton, Amy Uyeki and Libby Yee, traditional style landscape/portraits, paintings, ceramics, mixed media, digital artists, photography and videography. Anderson Gallery: “Requisitioning Freedom,” Indigenous California artists, drawing, painting
and ceremonial objects. Knight Gallery: “Celtic Origins Finding Perspective in the Land of my Ancestors,” Maureen McGarry, paintings. MGMA Performance Rotunda: Bayou Swamis, funky Zydeco dance beats from the swamps of Louisiana. Museum Store/Permanent Collection Gallery: Merchandise inspired by the artwork of Morris Graves, Glenn Berry, Melvin Schuler and Romano Gabriel. Homer Balabanis Gallery/Humboldt Artist Gallery: Local artwork by Vicki Barry, Julia Bednar, Jody Bryan, Allison Busch-Lovejoy, Jim Lowry, Paul Rickard, Patricia Sundgren-Smith, Sara Starr, Kim Reid and Claudia Lima.
HUMBOLDT ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS 220 First St. Rachel Robinson, oil paintings.
HUMBOLDT BAY COFFEE CO. 526 Opera Alley. Christopher Dmise, acrylic painting, mixed media, spray paint; music by the Deckhands; serving free, freshly brewed coffee.
HUMBOLDT BAY PROVISIONS 205 G St. Oysters harvested fresh in the morning.
HUMBOLDT CRAFT SPIRITS Corner of Sixth and C streets. “Art Expresses”, Sherry Sharp, photography and watercolors.
INK PEOPLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS-BRENDA TUXFORD GALLERY 422 First St. (Co-located with the Humboldt County Visitors Bureau). “The gesture and its aftermath,” Trinidaddies, mixed media, multiple mediums including installation art and poetry.
K.CO INTERIORS 612 Second St. Saylor Buxcel, photography. Music by Andie RIx. KAPTAIN’S QUARTERS 517 F St. Radio Clash performance. Music by Hot Foot.
LITTLE SHOP OF HERS 416 Second St. Seana Burden, acrylic painting, pen and ink, glitter.
LOST COAST BREWERY & CAFE 617 Fourth St. Randy Spicer, paintings.
MAKER’S APRON CREATIVE REUSE 317 E St. Drop-in crafting.
MANY HANDS GALLERY 438 Second St. Featuring the work of over 40 local artists and handmade treasures from around the globe.
MENDENHALL STUDIOS 215 C St. A variety of artists using different mediums.
THE MITCHELL GALLERY 425 Snug Alley. Regina Case, Susanna Gallisdorfer, Joan Gold, Georgia Long, Emma Miller, Dana Mitchell, Linda Mitchell, Natalie Mitch-
ell, Theresa Oats, Kathy O’Leary, Nancy Rickard and Rachel Schlueter, oil painting, acrylic painting, mixed media, ceramics and pastels.
FIFTH AND D STREET THEATER 300 Fifth St. North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Urine Town (the musical!) written by Greg Kotis, directed by Nanette Voss. Performance 8 p.m. Tickets $18-$20.
OLD TOWN ART GALLERY 417 Second St. Elena Vasileva and Mariia Vasileva, landscapes in acrylics, oils and colored pencils; Luke Jernigan, graphite drawings; various artists, photography, oil painting, acrylic painting, watercolors, pen and ink, charcoal, drawings, sculpture, textile, mixed media, woodworking, jewelry and sculpture; Yannis Stefanakis, murals on canvas; music by Guy Smith the EthniK’s.
OLD TOWN INK LAB 212 G St. Bad Cat
Social Club and Moxie Saturday, acrylic painting, pen and ink and mixed media.
OLD TOWN COFFEE & CHOCOLATES
211 F St. Various artists. Live music.
PHOSPHENE 426 Third St. Cass Ransom, acrylic painting, pen and ink. Music by Brandon Travis.
PROPER WELLNESS CENTER 517 Fifth St. “Dansky Takeover,” textiles.
PROUD DRAGON
GAMES 219 D St. Capricious Felis, drawings and digital art. REDWOOD ART ASSOCIATION 603 F St. “Artist’s Choice Exhibition,” music by Chris and Teresa.
REDWOOD DISCOVERY MUSEUM 612 G St. Kids Alive! 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a drop-off program for children aged 3.5-12 years. Kids can enjoy crafts, science activities, pizza, and uninhibited museum fun while you enjoy Arts Alive ($20/ child or $17 for members). Must be confidently potty trained.
RESTAURANT FIVE ELEVEN 511 Second St. Anna Sofia Amezcua and Jamie Pavlich Walker, acrylic painting and collage.
SAILOR’S GRAVE TATTOO 138 Second St. Tattoo art.
SAVAGE HENRY 415 Fifth St. Comedy.
SIDEWALK GALLERY at Ellis Art & Engineering 401 Fifth St. “Collaged Painting,” Yasmin Spencer.
SISTERS CLOTHING COLLECTIVE 328 Second St. Geo’s Pizza, the Karachi Cuisine and Easy Squeezy lemonade outside. THE SPEAKEASY 411 Opera Alley. Music by Jenni and David and the Sweet Soul Band, playing indoors from 8-11 p.m., 21+ only. No cover.
TIDAL GALLERY 339 Second St. “Sea Collage,” John Gibbons.
ZENO’S CURIOUS GOODS 320 Second St. Suite 1B. “Scary Monsters and Super Creeps,” Stevo Vidnovic, pen and ink, drawings and sculpture.
ZUMBIDO GIFTS 410 Second St “Handmade Hats,” Wayuu Tribe artisans from Colombia and Venezuela, textiles. l
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Calendar June 5 – 12, 2025
This summer, Sundays are made for music in the garden. From June 1 through Oct. 26, the Events Lawn at Humboldt Botanical Garden becomes a stage for local and regional talent, offering everything from salsa to soul and jazz to bluegrass during the garden’s popular Summer Music Series. Concerts run Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. in a family-friendly, picnic-perfect setting. Bring your own snacks or enjoy beer, wine and refreshments for purchase on site. This Sunday, June 8, catch the bright summer sounds of Pan Dulce, Humboldt’s 30-piece steel drum orchestra. Get the full summer music schedule and more information at hbgf.org.
5 Thursday
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.
Open Art Night. First Thursday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. Bring your own project or work on a project provided. All ages. Free. jessyca@glccenter. org. glccenter.org/events. (707) 725-3330.
SPOKEN WORD
A Reason to Listen June Poetry Show. 7-9 p.m. Septentrio Barrel Room, 935 I St., Arcata. Humboldt’s longest-running live poetry event features Verge, a multi-disciplinary artist highlighting the experience of disability. Sign-ups for the open mic begin at 6:30 p.m. Live art by the Dre Meza. $7. eurekapoetlaureate@gmail.com.
EVENTS
Empty Bowls. 5 p.m. Wharfi nger Building, 1 Marina Way, Eureka. An endless soup buffet featuring local restaurants with bread and salad included. Ceramic bowls handcrafted and donated by artists from all over the country for sale. Benefitting St. Vincent de Paul Free Dining Facility and celebrating the life of Mark Campbell, event founder and dedicated volunteer and board member. $25, $45/couple, $60/family. Oyster Festival Kick-Off Party. 5-8 p.m. The Pub at the Creamery, 824 L St., Suite A, Arcata. Pregame Oyster Fest with food, drinks, games, prizes, music and more. Oysters, hors d’oeuvres and a drink ticket are included, plus entry to win VIP Lounge tickets. DJs, games, raffl e prizes, Oyster Fest presale. $15, $10 chamber members. gloria@arcatachamber.com. arcatabayoysterfestival.com.
FOOD Henderson Center Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Bigfoot’s trading forest trails for beer taps at the Bigfoot Brewfest, happening Saturday, June 7, from 3to 8 p.m. at Humboldt Bay Social Club ($50, $40 advance). Enjoy local craft beer from 10 breweries, tasty bites from three food trucks and live music from The Oyster Baes and DJ LBoogie. A benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the North Coast, this spirited event blends good times with a great cause. Beer tasting is for 21 and up, and each ticket comes with a passport punch card so you can sample the full lineup of local brews offered.
The Redwood Pride Festival returns for its eighth year with a colorful weekend of community, creativity and celebration. The festivities kick off Saturday, June 7, with an 11 a.m.parade and march from the Adorni Center, continuing with a familyfriendly gathering at the Jefferson Community Center from noon to 4 p.m. On Sunday, June 8, the fun continues with an all-ages evening show at Synapsis Union at 5 p.m. followed by an 18 and up performance from 8 to 11 p.m. Expect music, drag, art and joyful queer celebration all weekend long.
Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. Fresh fruits and vegetables, bread, muffi ns, tamales, jam, nursery plants, and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets but trained, ADA-certifi ed service animals are welcome. Market Match for CalFresh EBT customers at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/miranda.html. (707) 441-9999. Pony Express Chili Cook-Off. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Azalea Hall, 1620 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Participants cook on-site and diners are the judges. Sample all types of chili and vote for your favorites along with the most spirited chili cookin’ team. $15. mckinleyvillechamber@gmail.com. facebook.com/ events/1086588012809812/. (707) 839-2449.
MEETINGS
From Action to Impact: A NorCAN Policy & Advocacy Forum. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Elk’s Lodge, 445 Herrick Ave., Eureka. A half-day nonprofit forum focused on statewide policy trends and legal, effective nonprofit advocacy, featuring Geoff Green of CalNonprofits, and Quyen Tu and Sarah Efthymiou of Alliance for Justice – Bolder Advocacy. Panel of legislative reps John Driscoll, Nora Mounce and others. Free. info@ norcal-nonprofits.org. norcal-nonprofits.com/event/ board-leadership-roundtable/. (707) 725-3300.
ETC
Toad Talks. First Thursday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Coffee Break Cafe, 700 Bayside Road, Arcata. A free-form, walk-in class and oracle group on ancient astrology, tarot and hermeticism. $10-$20 suggested donation. coffeebreakhumboldt@gmail.com. coffeebreak-arcata.com. (707) 825-6685.
6 Friday
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. Hosted by Joyce Jonté. $10, cash or Venmo.
North Coast Open Studios Art Night. 6-9 p.m. Locations throughout Humboldt County. A preview of the annual tour of artists’ work and workrooms the night before it officially kicks off. Free. northcoastopenstudios.com.
COMEDY
Shelter Cove Comedy Festival. 6 p.m. Mario’s Marina Bar, 533 Machi Road, Shelter Cove. A three-day festival with 60 comedians from as far away as Oregon, Colorado and Los Angeles perform at Mario’s Marina Bar, The Campground Deli and Gyppo Ale Mill. $40. facebook.com/events/1107835527450899/.
MOVIES
Friday Night at the Refuge Film Screening: Giants Rising. 6:30-8 p.m. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta. The Salmon Creek Unit Shorebird Loop Trail will be open until 8 p.m. Enjoy a walk during the evening hours. In the Visitor Center at 6:30 p.m., watch the documentary revealing the wonders of redwood trees. Free. denise_seeger@fws.gov. fws.gov/refuge/humboldt-bay. (707) 733-5406.
The Wind Rises (2013). 7-10 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-show 7 p.m. Movie at 8 p.m. From Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. A lifelong love of fl ight inspires a Japanese aviation engineer. In Japanese w/English subtitles. $8, $12 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/ events/3252769354875058/. (707) 613-3030.
THEATER
9 to 5 - The Musical. 7:30 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. 9 to 5 - The Musical , with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. $22, $20 senior (60+), student, child. ferndalerep.org. Urinetown . 8 p.m. 5th and D Street Theater, 300 Fifth St., Eureka. Nan Voss directs the satirical musical comedy about a revolt against the oppressive dystopian regime. Presented by North Coast Repertory Theatre. $20, $18 students/seniors. ncrt.net.
EVENTS
Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday Night Market, 317 Third Street, Eureka. Humboldt Made and the North Coast Growers Association host a farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring Humboldt beverages, food vendors and live local music for dancing. Through Aug. 29. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation. org/miranda.html. ( 707) 441-9999.
Craft Fair and Linguiça Cookoff. 5-9 p.m. Ferndale Community Center, 100 South Berding St. Browse Azorean-inspired crafts and merchandise. Participate in tasting and judging locally cooked linguiça, enjoy special menus by Tuyas and Patches’ Pastries. Part of the Holy Ghost Celebration.
Portuguese Celebration and Holy Ghost Festa. City of Ferndale, Ferndale. The Eel River Valley Portuguese Hall Association hosts its traditional festa for the 101st year, with festivities planned Friday evening through Sunday. Events include a street fair, parade, Portuguese meals, dancing and an auction.
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 Town Square, Church Street. 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 are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/miranda.html. (707) 441-9999.
GARDEN
McKinleyville Botanical Garden Workday. First Friday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Help maintain a small community-driven garden, featuring pollinator and bird-friendly plants. No experience necessary. Learn about native plants and take home cuttings/seeds. Garden is adjacent to playground. Free.
MEETINGS
Community Women’s Circle. First Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Ink People Center for the Arts, 627 Third St., Eureka. Monthly meeting to gather in sisterhood. (707) 633-3143.
Language Exchange Meetup. First Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Richards’ Goat Tavern & Tea Room, 401 I St., Arcata. Speak your native language. Teach someone a language. Learn a language. brightandgreenhumboldt@gmail.com. richardsgoat.com. (925) 214-8099
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SPORTS
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Humboldt Crabs Baseball. Arcata Ball Park, Ninth and F streets. The oldest continuously operated summer collegiate baseball program takes the plate. Gates open one hour prior to any posted game time/ first pitch. Weeknight games start at 7 p.m. Saturday games start at 6:30 p.m. Sunday games start at 12:30 p.m. Through Aug. 3. $10, $4 kids 12 and under. humboldtcrabs.com.
ETC
First Friday Market Series. First Friday of every month, 4-7 p.m. Herb & Market Humboldt, 427 H St., Arcata. Music, food trucks, artisans and more. Must have a doctor’s recommendation or be over 21 to enter. Free. Herbandmarket@gmail.com. (707) 630-4221.
7 Saturday
ART
Arts Alive. First Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. Historic Old Town Eureka, Second Street. Art, and a heap of it, plus live music. All around Old Town and Downtown. Free. eurekamainstreet.org. (707) 442-9054.
North Coast Open Studios. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Locations throughout Humboldt County. Artists open their studios to the public for the 25th annual event. Pick up the guidebook or visit the website for details. Free. northcoastopenstudios.com.
BOOKS
Summer Reading Program Kickoff. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. Readers of all ages (not just kids) explore, learn, read and get inspired at all library locations. Participate with reading logs, earn prizes, enjoy events, play games, make crafts, watch movies and more. Free. hclyouthservices@co.humboldt.ca.us. humlib.org. (707) 269-1910.
COMEDY
Shelter Cove Comedy Festival. 6 p.m. Mario’s Marina Bar, 533 Machi Road, Shelter Cove. See June 6 listing.
DANCE
Holy Ghost Dance. 7-10 p.m. Ferndale Community Center, 100 South Berding St. Holy Ghost Celebration dance with Bue Rhythm Revue.
MUSIC
Jazz is Peace: Right Here Right Now. 7 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Hosts Katie Belknap and James Zeller look at the themes “the present moment” and “community” in a show featuring original music and classic songs informed by musical sources Thich Nhat Hanh, Martin Luther King Jr., bell hooks and more. $15-$30. together@sanctuaryarcata.org. sanctuaryarcata.org/event-details/jazz-is-peace2025-series-right-here-right-now.
THEATER
9 to 5 - The Musical . 7:30 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. See June 6 listing. Urinetown . 8 p.m. 5th and D Street Theater, 300 Fifth St., Eureka. See June 6 listing.
EVENTS
Trinidad Community Yard Sale. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Trinidad, Downtown. Sales hosted by individual homes. Follow the signs.
Art & Wine in the Park. 2-5 p.m. Rohner Park, 5 Park St., Fortuna. An afternoon of wine tasting, art vendors, interactive art, 50/50 drawing, and live music from Young & Lovely. northcoasttickets.com/events/ art-wine-in-the-park-6-7-2025.
Bigfoot Brewfest. 3-8 p.m. Humboldt Bay Social Club, 900 New Navy Base Road, Samoa. Craft beer, live music and community spirit hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the North Coast. Sample eats and beer from local breweries, and enjoy performances by The Oyster Baes and DJ LBoogie. $50, $40 advance. Info@ ncbbbs.org, bbbsncsjm@yahoo.com. zeffy.com/ticketing/1st-annual-bigfoot-brewfest. (707) 445-4871. Fortuna Citywide Yard Sale. City of Fortuna, Various city locations. Browse the bargains. Fairytale Festival. 1-7 p.m. Southern Humboldt
Community Park, 1144 Sprowel Creek Road, Garberville. Kids area featuring crafts, games, face painting. Mystical food options and bar, artisanal vendors, live themed entertainment, mechanical bull ride (additional cost). Fairy tale fantasy after hours 21 and up show, $25. $10, free for kids 5 and under. Ferndale Pet Parade. 11 a.m.-noon. Ferndale Main Street, Ferndale. Costumed pets parade down Main Street to Firemen’s Park for prizes in many categories. Fruity: Queer Variety Show. 8-11:30 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. Club Anti and
Floral Freaks Drag & Burlesque Show present a queer variety show to celebrate Pride month. Hosted by Humboldt’s only Black drag queen Garlic Bread. Draglesque, pole dancers, musicians and poets. Ages 21+. Juneteenth art exhibit curated by Black Humboldt. Los Giles Taqueria, Paranormal Crafts and Auntie be Tarot. $15-$30. instagram.com/_clubanti. Lil’ Shuck. Eel River Brewing Co., 1777 Alamar Way, Fortuna. Oysters, live music, family fun. In the beer garden. eelriverbrewing.com.
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McKinleyville Senior Center Rummage/Bake Sale - Open House. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. McKinleyville Senior Center, 1620 Pickett Road. Visit the center in conjunction with the Pony Express Days festivities at Pierson Park. Rummage and bake sale, a Christmas in June corner and information on the center’s programs and activities. sbinder@mcksenior.org. (707) 839-0191.
Pony Express Days Parade and Festival. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Parade begins at 11 a.m. The festival will immediately follow in Pierson Park from noon to 4 p.m. mckinleyvillechamber@gmail.com. facebook.com/ events/3702814466636887. (707) 839-2449.
Portuguese Celebration and Holy Ghost Festa. City of Ferndale, Ferndale. See June 6 listing.
Redwood Pride Summer Festival - Day. 12-4 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. Celebration continues after the parade and march from the Adorni Center.
Redwood Pride Summer Festival. Adorni Recreation Center, 1011 Waterfront Drive, Eureka. The eighth annual Pride event begins with a parade and march at 11 a.m. from the Adorni Center to C and Second streets. Day celebration continues at Jefferson Community Center at noon and on Sunday evening at Synapsis. ci.eureka.ca.gov/depts/recreation/adorni_center.asp.
Rosary and Beans and Linguica Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Ferndale Portuguese Hall, Fifth Street and Ocean Avenue.
Secondhand Spree and Dessert Cafe. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity St. In conjunction with the Trinidad City-Wide Yard Sale. Browse art, clothing, household, decor, jewelry, accessories and more. Enjoy dessert and hot beverages while you shop. Free. tcc@trinidadcivicclub.org. (707) 677-3655.
Summer Season Downtown Mixer. Willow Creek, State Route 299. Visit stores to receive a unique mark on your Bigfoot Passport Game passport. Completed passports will be entered into a drawing for prizes. Food, specials and more.
FOOD
Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Year round, offering fresh produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers and more. Live music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org. (707) 441-9999.
Humboldt Dockside Market. Every other Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. An open-air, direct-to-consumer seafood market with a rotating lineup of Humboldt-based fishers. A fish fillet station on site offers education, processing and preparation tips.
Pony Express Days Community Breakfast. 8-11 a.m. Dow’s Prairie Grange Hall, 3995 Dow’s Prairie Road, McKinleyville. Featuring two kinds of scrambled eggs,
10 a.m.-3 p.m. conjunction Browse art, accessories and beverages while you (707) 677-3655. Willow Creek, unique mark Completed drawing for prizes.
Arcata Plaza, offering fresh flowers and vendors. No pets, buttrained,ADA-certified,serviceanimalswelcome. market match at everyfarmersmarket.info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org.northcoastgrowersassociation.org.
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OUTDOORS
FOAM Marsh Tour. 2 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Meet leader Ren Bunce at 2 p.m. in the lobby of the Interpretive Center on South G Street for a 90-minute, rain-or-shine walk that will explore the history of the Marsh, while investigating the plants and animals encountered during the walk. Free. (707) 826-2359.
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.
Humboldt Crabs Baseball. Arcata Ball Park, Ninth and F streets. See June 6 listing.
Learn to Row Day. 7:30 a.m.-noon. Halvorson Park, First Street on Eureka Waterfront, Eureka. Pick up an oar and get an introduction to rowing on Humboldt Bay. Learn about rowing shells and techniques, practice on a rowing machine and head out for a short row guided by a coach. Ages 12 and up. Online registration required. Free. HumboldtBayRowingAssoc@gmail. com. hbra.org. (707) 267-7976.
Racing at the Acres. 5 p.m. Redwood Acres Raceway, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. Racing on a 3/8-mile paved oval featuring late models, Legends, bombers and mini stocks. Grandstands open at 3:30 p.m. Racing begins at 5 p.m. Get more info at racintheacres.com/schedules. $14, $12 children 6-11/seniors/military.
Breakfast. 8-11 a.m. Prairie Road, scrambled eggs, sausage, all you can eat pancakes, coffee, tea or juice. $10 full order, $7 half order. dowsprairiegrange.org.
ETC
Abbey of the Redwoods Flea Market. First Saturday of every month, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Grace Good Shepherd Church, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Local arts, products, goods. Free entry.
The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. Hands-on repair lessons and general maintanence, used bicycles and parts for sale. Donations of parts and bicycles gladly accepted. nothingtoseehere@riseup.net.
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.
8 Sunday
ART
Art Talk Sunday. 2 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Join the Humboldt Arts Council for an afternoon reading from Black Silk and Other Poems: Creative Work of Ruth Mountaingrove. humboldtarts.org.
North Coast Open Studios. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Locations throughout Humboldt County. See June 7 listing. COMEDY
Shelter Cove Comedy Festival. 6 p.m. Mario’s Marina Bar, 533 Machi Road, Shelter Cove. See June 6 listing.
MUSIC
McKinleyville Community Choir Performance. 3 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Come enjoy pop, contemporary and classic choral pieces performed for free by members of the community. Family-friendly event. (831) 419-3247.
Summer Music Series. 1-3 p.m. Humboldt Botanical Garden, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, College of the Redwoods campus, north entrance, Eureka. This family-friendly series invites you to bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets to enjoy music while sipping wine, beer other refreshments and food, available for purchase. Or bring your own. June 8: Pan Dulce (steel drum orchestra). 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. /. (707) 845-1959.
THEATER
9 to 5 - The Musical. 2 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. See June 6 listing. Urinetown . 2 p.m. 5th and D Street Theater, 300 Fifth St., Eureka. See June 6 listing.
EVENTS
Portuguese Celebration and Holy Ghost Festa. City of Ferndale, Ferndale. See June 6 listing.
Redwood Pride Summer Festival - Evening. 5 p.m. Synapsis Union, 1675 Union St., Eureka. Part of the Pride festival weekend. All-ages show 5 to 7 p.m. Ages 18+ show 8 to 11 p.m.
Trinidad Artisans Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Murphy’s Market and Deli, Trinidad, 1 Main St. Art, crafts, live music and barbecue every Sunday through Sept. 14. Free. murphysmarkets.net. (707) 834-8720.
FOOD
Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Hot food for everyone. Mostly vegan and organic and always delicious. Free.
GARDEN
Humboldt Rose Society Show. 1-4 p.m. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. At the Home Economics Building. Entries accepted June 7 from noon to 1:30 p.m. and June 8 from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Raffles and plant sale start after judging ends. Monetary prizes are awarded for certificate and trophy winners. Public votes on Most Fragrant Rose. humboldtrose.org.
MEETINGS
Urantia Book Discussion. 2:30 p.m. Northtown Coffee, 1603 G St., Arcata. Delving into the deeper meanings of life. Free. (541) 514-6462.
OUTDOORS
Arcata Marsh Second Sunday Cycling Tour. Second Sunday of every month, 2-3:30 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Meet Andy Feinstein for a 90-minute, docent-led tour focusing on wetlands, wildlife and wastewater treatment. Bring your own bike or eBike; all ages welcome. Participants will be offered a free FOAM logo bike bell on request. Heavy rain cancels. info@ arcatamarshfriends.org. (707) 826-2359.
Edible and Medicinal Plants Hike. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sanctuary Forest Office, 315 Shelter Cove Road, Whitethorn. Local herbalist Michele Palazzo leads hikers through the forest along the Mattole River and over the ridge, stopping for discussion. This moderate hike covers 3 miles of an old road with some steep sections. Please meet at the Restoration Forestry gate (first right after Whitethorn School). Bring a lunch,
water and note-taking supplies. Free, donations accepted. anna@sanctuaryforest.org. sanctuaryforest. org/event/edible-medicinal-plants-hike-2/. (707) 986-1087.
SPORTS
Bivalves and Brews 5K. 10 a.m.-noon. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, South I Street. Get ready to run, slurp and sip at the inaugural run. At each mile marker, participants have the questionable option to chug a brew and swallow an oyster. $15. gloria@ arcatachamber.com. arcatabayoysterfestival.com/ bivalves-brews-5k.
Humboldt Crabs Baseball. Arcata Ball Park, Ninth and F streets. See June 6 listing.
ETC
Humboldt Flea Market. Second Sunday of every month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. New location. Browse antiques, collectibles, tools, records, clothes, crafts, pies, jams and more. $3, free for kids under 13.facebook.com/p/Humboldt-Flea-Market-Arcata-100084870727783/.
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ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See June 6 listing.
FOOD
Harvest Box Deliveries. Multi-farm-style CSA boxes with a variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, all
FERN
GMO-free and grown locally. Serving Eureka, Arcata, McKinleyville, Trinidad and Blue Lake. $25/box, $13 for EBT customers. northcoastgrowersassociation. org/harvestbox.html.
Miranda Certified Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. Fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and more. No pets are allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. 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
10 Tuesday
FOOD
Fortuna Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Fortuna Farmers Market, 10th and Main streets. Fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/miranda.html. (707) 441-9999.
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ANNUAL
Saturday, June 7th, 11am
Registrdtion: 10:JOam -10:4 ~m, Fer ale Museum, 515 Shaw Ave.
CALENDAR
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Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, flowers and more. No pets but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/miranda.html. (707) 441-9999.
MEETINGS
Humboldt Cribbage Club Tournament. 6:15-9 p.m. Moose Lodge, 4328 Campton Road, Eureka. Weekly six-game cribbage tournament for experienced players. Inexperienced players may watch, learn and play on the side. Moose dinner available at 5:30 p.m. $3-$8. 31for14@gmail.com. (707) 599-4605.
11 Wednesday
DANCE
Line Dancing in the Ballroom. Second Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Instructor led and all skill levels welcome. Ages 16 and up. $10. events@histroiceaglehouse.com. historiceaglehouse.com/live-musicevents. (707) 444-3344.
MOVIES
Sci-Fi Night: Judge Dredd (1995). 6-9 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-show 6 p.m. Raffle 6:45 p.m. Main feature 7 p.m. In a dystopian future, Dredd, a cop with instant field judiciary powers, is framed. $6, $10 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. (707) 613-3030.
MUSIC
Pierre Bensusan: One Guitar, One Voice 50th Anniversary. 7:30 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. World music guitarist and pianist known as “The Prince of DADGAD” and winner of a Best Live Album Independent Music Award. $20. boxoffic@arcataplayhouse.org. playhousearts.org. (707) 822-1575.
EVENTS
Elder Rights Summit. Sequoia Conference Center, 901 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. Education about elder abuse prevention, advocacy and response. Network and engage with experts through presentations and panel discussions. Free. a1aa.org/ElderRightsSummit.
MEETINGS
Community Cafe Open Co-Working Space. 12-4 p.m. Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 24 Fellowship Way, Bayside. Bring your laptop and your projects. We’ll provide the coffee, wi-fi and access to black-and-white printer. Free, donation. office@huuf. org. huuf.org. (707) 822-3793.
Prostate Cancer Support Group. Second Wednesday of every month, 6-7 p.m. St. Joseph Hospital, 2700 Dolbeer St., Eureka. In Conference Room C3 (south side). (707) 839-2414.
SPORTS
Humboldt Crabs Baseball. Arcata Ball Park, Ninth and F streets. See June 6 listing.
12 Thursday
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See June 5 listing.
MUSIC
The Motet. 7 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Funk, soul, jazz. arcatatheatre.com.
Summer Concert Series. 6-8 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Open-air music each week on Eureka’s waterfront with tribute bands, originals and covers. Presented by Eureka Main Street. June 12: Fleetwood Macrame (tribute). No concert on July 3. Free. eurekamainstreet.org.
EVENTS
Elder Rights Summit. Sequoia Conference Center, 901 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. See June 11 listing.
FOOD
Henderson Center Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. See June 5 listing.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second 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. TBA.
ETC
Toastmasters: Public Speaking Club. 12-1 p.m. Adorni Recreation Center, 1011 Waterfront Drive, Eureka. All skill levels welcome. Each meeting features prepared speeches, impromptu speaking and constructive feedback. Free. homeshare@a1aa.org. ci.eureka.ca.gov/depts/recreation/adorni_center. asp. 707-273-1113.
Heads Up …
National Alliance on Mental Illness Humboldt offers a free, eight-session course in Eureka for family members and others who have loved ones living with a mental illness. For more information or to register, email edith.fritzsche@gmail.com. Or fill out a program request form at nami-humboldt.org.
The Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center seeks weekend volunteers to stay open. Weekend shifts are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 to 5 p.m., and include welcoming visitors, bookstore register and answering questions. You must be at least 18, complete paperwork and fingerprinting (free through Arcata Police). Oneon-one training. Call (707) 826-2359 or email amic@ cityofarcata.org.
Become a volunteer at Hospice of Humboldt. For more information about becoming a volunteer or about services provided by Hospice of Humboldt, call (707) 267-9813 or visit hospiceofhumboldt.org. l
Friendship Gets Uncomfortable
By John J. Bennett screens@northcoastjournal.com
FRIENDSHIP. For a certain, ardent segment of the population, the mere image of Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd — the former clad in a sort of schlubbier, tan on tan, Walter White winter ensemble, the latter sporting a handlebar mustache and 1980s elementary schoolboy fashion-goals jacket — is enough to provoke a giggling fit subsiding in a feeling of calm, overall wellness. I am, of course, firmly of this camp; my lovely and long-suffering wife is not. She did, however, agree to join me for a matinee showing of Friendship, at the end of which she had little to say.
Days later, she would forward me an anonymous online response to a post about the movie, including insights such as: “This movie sucked so hard. … A fever dream for psychopaths.” She would go on to say, “I don’t know if I thought it sucked but I do question how this deep discomfort is enjoyable.” And therein lies the rubicon of Tim Robinson’s (to me) undeniable, singular appeal.
Friendship, the feature debut from writer/director Andrew DeYoung, trades heavily on the persona Robinson cultivates in his own written material (the sit-com Detroiters, the transcendent sketch series I Think You Should Leave), a kind-hearted, inept, rage-adjacent suburbanite with a penchant for miscue and escalation. His brand is discomfort, both for himself/his character and for us, the joyfully conspiratorial audience. In sketch and episodic doses, he’ll transition from simmering humiliation to roiling-boil rage with little provocation, festooning his own rapid-cycling emotionality with absurdist premises and motifs. His comedy lines itself up like a row of shot glasses brimming with possibility but promising, even boasting, a rapid-onset emotional hangover.
The challenge, then, even for the faithful, is to allow one of Robinson’s characters the opportunity for prolonged, quiet moments; the weeping clown left alone to think about what he’s done. And as risky as his own work can be, in terms of squandering the audience’s goodwill, the thought experiment of putting him
through the meat-grinder of his own misunderstanding and maladroitness for 100 minutes — well, it’s clearly not for all tastes.
Mushroom hunters: “Let’s go to a secret spot I know in the woods. I’ll bring a knife.” Friendship
In a wintry, unnamed American state, Craig Waterman (Robinson) “enjoys” middling success as a corporate functionary in an advertising firm cohabited by noxious bros who don’t want him in on their jokes. His wife Tami (Kate Mara), a cancer survivor with a growing floral arrangement business and some attachment issues to both her firefighter ex-boyfriend and her and Craig’s teenage son, is obviously tired of his/their ennui.
One day, when yet another package is misdelivered to the Waterman address, Craig takes it upon himself to deliver it to the rightful recipient, at which point he falls hopelessly in platonic love. New neighbor Austin (Rudd), a television weatherperson in whose kind eyes Craig sees infinite possibility, offers an opportunity for camaraderie; Craig goes full Tim Robinson. And so, what began as a study in bedroom-community malcontent rapidly spirals into a grand, misbegotten attempt to capture that most elusive of prey: coolness.
It goes without saying that Craig is not, will not be cool, and neither will his fractured attempts to mimic what he sees in Austin, himself perhaps not quite as fully formed or self-assured as he might seem. Soon enough, he’s smoking cigarettes in frustration, buying drum kits and creating a frightening scenario that eventually requires first-responder intervention. It’s a car crash in slow motion, looped and distorted and engineered to maximize our discomfort — the experiment is a success.
While Friendship cannot rise to the mania of Robinson’s best sketches (even if that were possible, it would be inadvisable as no one would survive), it is smart enough to stretch out a canvas of comedic dread on which the fully, admirably committed cast can create moments of
hideous, ridiculous hilarity. This effect is heightened by the work of director of photography Andy Rydzewski, whose camerawork builds an atmosphere of subdued surreality, a normal neighborhood nightmarishness punctuated by subtle smudges of psychedelia. The final impression is one of intention and completeness: Somehow DeYoung et al. successfully expand the unlikely star quality of Robinson, with all his frustration, sadness and charm, from the smallest of frames to a large format, allowing the comedy and tragedy of the piece to breathe in fully before each explosive exhalation.
The cinema of awkwardness is its own precious, delicate medium, wherein too much of any one impulse can easily spoil the intention. And while to some Friendship is as rotten as they come, I think it strikes the most delicate of balances, allowing us entry into a familiar but thankfully foreign world where stupid (ultimately too relatable) behavior results in painful, if comic, consequences. Like when Craig, having cavalierly eaten the wrong foraged mushrooms, vomits into his own giant soda. R. 100M. BROADWAY, MINOR. ●
John J. Bennett (he/him) is a movie nerd who loves a good car chase.
NOW PLAYING
THE ACCOUNTANT 2. Ben Affleck as the autistic underworld accountant/ investigator, now reunited with his hitman brother (Jon Bernthal). R. 132M. BROADWAY.
BRING HER BACK. A24 horror in which a foster mom (Sally Hawkins) freaks out her new charges with their new (possibly reanimated) sibling. R. 99M. BROADWAY.
FINAL DESTINATION: BLOODLINES. The Rube Goldberg machine of death follows a cursed family tree in the latest installment of the horror franchise. R. 110M. BROADWAY.
KARATE KID LEGENDS. Crossing the kung fu and karate streams with Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio. PG13. 94M. BROADWAY.
THE LAST RODEO. A rodeo rider takes one turn in the saddle for family in this Christian drama. PG. 118M. BROADWAY. LILO AND STITCH. Live-action remake of the space alien adventure in Hawaii. PG. 108M. BROADWAY (3D), MINOR. A MINECRAFT MOVIE. Trapped in the blocky video game with Steve. Starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa. PG. 102M. BROADWAY.
MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – FINAL RECKONING. Tom Cruise reprises his superspy role to battle AI evil because you people won’t stop asking Chat GPT things and feeding the robots. PG13. 169M. BROADWAY.
THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME. Benicio del Toro and Mia Threapleton in more macaron-palette deadpan comedy from Wes Anderson. PG13. 101M. MINOR. SINNERS. Ryan Coogler directs Michael B.Jordan as twins battling the undead in the South during Prohibition. R. 137M. BROADWAY.
THUNDERBOLTS*. An international assortment of Marvel antiheroes bands together to fight baddies. Starring Sebastian Stan, Florence Pugh and David Harbour. PG13. 127M. BROADWAY.
For showtimes call: Broadway Cinema (707)443-3456; Mill Creek Cinema 8393456; Minor Theatre (707) 822-3456.
By Matt Jones
CROSSWORD
1. Actor Rudd
5. “Perfect Strangers” cousin
10. Copenhagen resident
14. Cathedral recess
15. Festoon
16. “The Firebird” composer Stravinsky
17. Slimy creature
18. ___ averages
19. TV’s “Warrior Princess”
20. Boat vacation around the top of South America?
23. Silverware item
24. Eng. military award
25. Deep hollow where monikers are created?
32. Military gp. which pronounces “lieutenant” with
an “F” sound
35. Kidney-related
36. Bit of gossip
37. Colorful computer
39. Fountain concoctions
41. ___ sci
42. Basketball venue
44. Electrical conduits
46. “I’m Just ___”
47. Pottery surfaces for a Sesame Street resident?
50. ___ Dew
51. “___ to be a little boy ...” (Smashing Pumpkins’ “Disarm”)
54. Generic placeholder phrase demonstrated by the three theme answers?
60. Hydrox competitor
61. Therapy emanation
62. Brewpub menu options
63. Unlike this clue 64. Be bold in effort
65. Bog contents
66. “Lord of the Rings” creatures
67. Piano practice piece
68. “At Wit’s End” humorist Bombeck
DOWN
1. Get by 2. High score?
3. Commandeer 4. Troop group 5. Checks counterparts 6. “Mythbuster” Savage
7. “The Floor” host Rob
8. McDonald’s founder Ray
9. Come ___ the cold
10. Disposable seen near a water cooler
11. A long time
12. Lacking quantity
13. A long time
21. Gritty film genre
22. Lyft alternative
26. Recognized
27. 1976 Olympics star Comaneci
28. A little morning music?
29. In a wild frenzy
30. Field mouse
31. Fox Sports broadcaster Andrews
32. Biryani base
33. Love, in Spanish
34. “Prelude to the Afternoon of a ___” (Debussy work)
38. Deep red shades
40. Citation that leads to a picture
43. Head of the Louvre?
45. Change direction abruptly
48. Make mad
49. Double-curved figure
52. Fisherman with pots
53. Lofty desire
54. Multivitamin ingredient
55. Lizardlike creature
56. Horse’s pace
57. Celebrity chef Matsuhisa, or his restaurant
58. In the thick of
59. “Como ___ usted?”
60. Dedicated poem
Beyond Apples
By Pete Haggard with Jane Monroe humnature@northcoastjournal.com
Living in a special place like coastal Northern California, with its cool summers and wet winters, the challenge for a dyed-in-the-wool fruit grower is to find every possible fruit tree that might grow successfully here. Cool summers make it especially difficult for many types of fruit to ripen fully, and wet winters make it easy for fungal diseases to take hold. Here, I will describe a few uncommon fruit tree species worth planting.
Pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a fruit tree native to the eastern U.S. that was first recognized as an important food source by Indigenous peoples. It is related to custard-apple and cherimoya, with which it shares a similar texture and flavor. The fruit has soft flesh, large seeds and a “tropical” flavor. Pawpaw trees need consistent moisture throughout their growing season, soil that is rich in organic matter and full sun for fruit production (but light shade for the first few years). With pawpaw’s increasing popularity, there are now many improved cultivars to choose from, such as Taytoo and Overleese. Pawpaw is not sold in markets because of its short shelf life but its tasty flavor makes it well worth growing.
Meyer lemon trees (Citrus x meyeri) have become a common sight in North Coast gardens. They are a hybrid of an orange and a lemon, making the fruit sweeter and less acidic than a standard lemon. The Meyer lemon has so many culinary uses that it is a must for a fruit garden, and the fruit keeps extremely well both on the tree and in storage. When salt-preserved, the lemons last even longer and provide a bright tang to savory dishes. The tree itself is a beautiful shiny-leafed evergreen with spring-blooming flowers that have a sweet, rich floral scent with a whiff of musk. Like most citrus, it is sensitive to cold. On frosty nights I place an electric warming cable under the tree and if the temperature dips into the 20s, I cover the tree with fabric.
Feijoa (Feijoa sellowiana), aka pineapple guava, is a fruit tree from South America that has gained popularity in California recently, although it has been sold in nurseries as a dazzling ornamental for many years due to its showy white flowers with long, deep red stamens. The petals are sweet and fleshy, and eagerly sought
out by birds. For me, feijoa is a must-have fruit. The soft creamy flesh has a mild sweet-tart piney or pineapple flavor. For the best flavor and size of fruit, plant only named cultivars, particularly those among the new selections from New Zealand. In my experience, feijoa is relatively cold tolerant; I have never covered my tree on frosty nights and it has never had frost damage. The only downside is that the fruit ripens very late in November and not at all in some years.
Chilean guava (Ugni molinae) is a woody evergreen shrub, slow growing here on the North Coast, with glossy, dark green leaves. The fruit is brownish red with the texture and size of a blueberry. It often has the flavor and fragrance of strawberry and melon, but they vary depending on where the fruit is grown. I use Chilean guava in quick breads and muffins — it should work well in any recipe that asks for blueberries. I have successfully grown the shrub in Eureka but in Fieldbrook, it gets frost-damaged every year. Still, I highly recommend it for lower frost regions of Humboldt.
These are just a few of the more unusual plants I have tried over the years. Most of the others did not outright die but were so susceptible to diseases or mite and insect infestations that they were impractical to grow. I have not lost my appetite to grow new exotic fruits and will be on the lookout for more when the nursery catalogs come out this winter. l
Pete Haggard (he/him) and Jane Monroe (she/her) are the coauthors of Rewilding: Native Gardening for the Pacific Northwest and North Coast, available now from the Press at Cal Poly Humboldt.
Freshly harvested feijoas with a Meyer lemon tree in the background.
Photo by Pete Haggard
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TAKE A CLASS WITH OLLI NEW! Registration for OLLI classes close 3 business days before the class start date. Anyone can take an OLLI class. Join OLLI today and get the member discount on classes. Non−members ad $25 to the class fee listed. humboldt.edu/olli/classes
Dance/Music/Theater/Film
JOIN DANCE WITH DEBBIE’S FIVE-WEEK COUNTRY TWO-STEP SERIES AT THE EUREKA VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL, FRIDAYS, MAY 30-JUNE 27, 6:307:30 P.M.. $10 drop-in or $40 for the series. dwdhumboldt@gmail.com. 707-464-3638
STRING & WIND MUSIC INSTRUCTION WITH ROB DIGGINS PRIVATE LESSONS, COACHING, ETC., for kids & adults. All levels. Most styles. Violin, Fiddle, Viola, Electric Violectra, SynthViolectra, Trumpet, Cornet, Guitar (acoustic & electric). In− person and/ or, online. Near Arcata/Eureka airport. $80/hr, $60/45min, $40/30min. (707) 845−1788 forestviolinyogi108@gmail.com
SINGING/PIANO LESSONS INTERNATIONAL CLASSI− CALLY TRAINED ARTIST AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE LESSONS. Studio in Eureka. (707) 601−6608 lailakhaleeli@libero.it
Spiritual
EVOLUTIONARY TAROT ONGOING ZOOM CLASSES, PRIVATE MENTORSHIPS AND READINGS. Carolyn Ayres. 442−4240 www.tarotofbecoming. com carolyn@tarotofbecoming.com
Summer Fun/Sports & Adventures
SUMMER ROWING WITH HUMBOLDT BAY ROWING ASSOCIATION. Saturday, June 7 is a free Learn to Row Day. 2-week Junior Rowing Clinics for teens begin June 16, July 7 and July 28. Adult Beginners Clinic begins July 7. Details at hbra.org.
Therapy & Support
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. We can help 24/7, call toll free 1−844−442−0711.
SEX/PORN DAMAGING YOUR LIFE & RELATION− SHIPS? Confidential help is available. 707−499− 6928
EATING PROBLEMS? oanorthcoast.org (or) oa.org
Vocational
PUBLISH YOUR WRITING: ONLINE COURSE THURS 6-8PM JUNE 5-22 BY RENOWNED LOCAL AUTHOR. $12/session; $40/course. Info @ bit.ly/ cnf2025
ADDITIONAL ONLINE CLASSES College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education and Ed2Go have partnered to offer a variety of short term and career courses in an online format. Visit https://www.ed2go.com/crwce or https://careertraining.redwoods.edu for more information.
PHLEBOTOMY – Fall 2025 Eureka Program. Application period is now open. Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education at (707) 476-4500.
NOTARY PUBLIC – July 10th. Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education at (707) 476-4500.
SERVSAFE MANAGER’S CERTIFICATE – Aug 9th. Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education at (707) 476-4500.
HOME INSPECTION CERTIFICATION PROGRAMCall College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education at (707) 476-4500.
HAVE AN INTEREST IN A CLASS/AREA WE SHOULD OFFER? Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education at (707) 476-4500.
INSTRUCTORS WANTED! Bookkeeping (QuickBooks), Excel, Security Guard, Personal Enrichment. Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education at (707) 476-4507.
FREE GETTING STARTED WITH COMPUTERS CLASSES! Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education, 707-476-4500 for more information.
FREE ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES CALL COLLEGE OF THE REDWOODS ADULT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION, 707-476-4500 FOR MORE INFORMATION
FREE HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA HISET PREPARATION CLASSES! Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education, 707-476-4500 for more information
FREE COMMUNICATING IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLASS! Call College of the Redwoods Adult & Community Education, 707-476-4500 for more information
Wellness & Bodywork
LEARN REFLEXOLOGY COMBINATION IN CLASS AND HOME STUDY PROGRAM. Small classes, individual instruction. Join anytime. Alexandra Seymour ARCB Certified Reflexologist with 29 years’ experience. 707-822-5395 www.reflexologyinstruction.com as@reflexologyinstruction.com
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF FORTUNA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Fortuna City Council will hold a public hearing at 621 11th Street, Fortuna, California in the City Hall Council Chamber for the following purpose:
CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 2025-18, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORTUNA ADOPTING THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
All interested persons are invited to appear at this time and place specified above to give oral or written testimony in regards to this matter. Written comments may be forwarded to the City Clerk at 621 11th Street, Fortuna, California, 95540.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (707) 725-7600. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102 - 35.104 ADA Title II).
Ashley A. Chambers Deputy City Clerk Posted: June 5, 2024
PUBLIC SALE
6/5 (25-238)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 2170021716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the civil Code.
The undersigned will sell at auction by competitive bidding on the 18th of June, 2025, at 9:00 AM, on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Rainbow Self Storage. Arcata and McKinleyville auctions are online at www.StorageAuctions.com. The online auction begins 06/05/25 at 8AM and will end 06/18/25 at 8AM. The following spaces are located at 4055 Broadway Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt.
Alma Baker, Space #5321
The following spaces are located at 639 W. Clark Street Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold immediately following the sale of the above units.
Tracy Brooke, Space #2307
Alma Baker, Space #3411
The following spaces are located at 3618 Jacobs Avenue Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold immediately following the sale of the above units.
Monica Podesta, Space #1328
Brandie Roland, Space #1372
Lincoln Nunes, Space #1388
Athena Barber, Space #1626
Juanita Scott, Space #1706
Emily Goodno, Space #1765
Juanita Scott, Space #1774
The following spaces are located at 105 Indianola Avenue Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold immediately following the sale of the above units.
Michael Godecki, Space #275
Marco Ramirez, Space #384
Brandon Haselip, Space #802
Kevin Elliott, Space #839
The following spaces are located at 1641 Holly Drive McKinleyville, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at www.StorageAuctions.com.
Bidding begins June 5th, 2025 and ends June 18th, 2025 at 8AM.
Michaela Hill, Space #3138
Andrew Aragon, Space #8216
The following spaces are located at 2394 Central Avenue McKinleyville CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at www.StorageAuctions.
com. Bidding begins June 5th, 2025 and ends June 18th, 2025 at 8AM.
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The following spaces are located at 180 F Street Arcata CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at
OBITUARIES
www.StorageAuctions.com. Bidding begins June 5th, 2025 and ends June 18th, 2025 at 8AM.
Victor Paieda, Space #4424
Michael Cronin, Space #4443
Deianna Rogers, Space #4707
The following spaces are located at 940 G Street Arcata CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at www.StorageAuctions.com. Bidding begins June 5th, 2025 and ends June 18th, 2025 at 8AM.
ment, misc. kids toys, misc. fishing gear, misc. computer components, and misc. boxes and bags contents unknown.
Anyone interested in attending Rainbow Self Storage auctions must pre-qualify. For details call 707443-1451. Purchases must be paid for at the time of the sale in cash only. Online Bidders will pay 10% with a card online, and 90% in cash in the office, plus a $100 deposit. Storageauction.com requires a 15% buyers fee on their website. All pre-qualified live Bidders must sign in at 4055 Broadway Eureka CA. prior to 9:00 A.M. on the day of the auction, no exceptions. All purchased items are sold as is, where is and must be removed at time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation for any reason
Kerima Christiane Furniss (née Dees)
June 1, 1959 – May 11, 2025
Kerima Christiane Furniss passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Eureka, California, at the age of 65. Born in Berlin on June 1, 1959, Kerima crossed oceans to find her true home and loves in Arcata, California, where the welcoming spirit of the community and the strength of her Universal Sufi spiritual path sustained her.
A gifted therapist and devoted social worker, Kerima spent much of her career caring for others, most notably at the very hospice where she would one day be surrounded by love and comfort in her final days. Her life’s work was never just a job—it was a calling, an expression of her deep empathy and unwavering commitment to the well-being of others.
She was also a gifted visual artist. Formally trained in pottery, Kerima’s creative voice extended into painting and mixed-media work, reflecting her deep connection to nature, spirit, and emotion. Her pieces will be on display at her celebration of life, offering a final glimpse into the world as she saw it—vibrant, textured, and full of quiet beauty.
She is survived by her step-children, Megan and Liam Furniss; her former spouse, Michael Furniss; her parents, Rudolf and Uta Dees; her siblings, Jeanne and Mario; and her beloved Australian Shepherd, Mukkala.
Kerima will be remembered for her grace in motion. She loved to dance—whether in ceremony, celebration, or solitude. She often skillfully led the Dances of Universal Peace in Arcata. She was a traveler at heart, always open to new places and people, carrying with her a quiet curiosity and reverence for life in all its forms.
In her final year, Kerima was held in care by an extraordinary circle of friends—an extended chosen family who walked beside her with devotion, laughter, tenderness, and strength. Their love was a reflection of the community she spent her life building, and the profound impact she had on those around her.
Her presence was peaceful and grounding, her compassion boundless. She listened deeply, loved generously, and walked through the world with a softness that made space for others to heal.
A celebration of Kerima’s life will be held in Arcata at a later date. Friends and loved ones will be invited to gather and remember her spirit together. Details will be shared when available. You may contact the family or make a donation at SacredFamilyGroves@gmail.com. Donations will be applied to a sanctuary pavilion that Kerima and her sister designed.
You may contact the family or make a donation at SacredFamilyGroves@gmail.com. Donations will be applied to a sanctuary pavilion that Kerima and her sister designed.
NOTICE OF PROPERTY TAX DELINQUENCY AND IMPENDING DEFAULT
Revenue and Taxation Code Section 3351, 3352
I, Amy Christensen, Humboldt County Tax Collector, State of California, certify as follows:
That at close of business on June 30, 2025, by operation of law, any real property (unless previously tax-defaulted and not redeemed) that have any delinquent taxes, assessments, or other charges levied for the fiscal year 2024-25, and/or any delinquent supplemental taxes levied prior to the fiscal year 2024-25 shall be declared tax-defaulted.
That unless the tax defaulted property is completely redeemed through payment of all unpaid amounts, together with penalties and fees prescribed by law or an installment plan is initiated and maintained; the property may be sold subsequently at a tax sale to satisfy the tax lien.
That a detailed list of all properties remaining tax-defaulted at the close of business on June 30, 2025, and not redeemed prior to being submitted for publication, shall be published on or before September 8, 2025. That information concerning redemption or the initiation of an installment plan of redemption of tax-defaulted property will be furnished, upon request, by Amy Christensen, Humboldt County Tax Collector at 825 5th Street, Room 125, Eureka, California 95501 (707) 476-2450. I certify or (declare), under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct.
Executed at Eureka, Humboldt County, California, on May 22nd, 2025. Published in the North Coast Journal on May 29th, June 5th & June 12th, 2025.
NOTICE OF IMPENDING POWER TO SELL TAX-DEFAULTED PROPERTY
Revenue and Taxation Code Section 3361, 3362
Pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code 3691 and 3692.4, the following conditions will, by operation of law, subject real property to the Tax Collector’s power to sell.
1) All property for which property taxes and assessments have been in default for five or more years.
Note: The power to sell schedule for nonresidential commercial property is three or more years of tax-defaulted status, unless the county adopts, by ordinance or resolution, the five-year tax default schedule.
2) All property that has a nuisance abatement lien recorded against it and for which property taxes and assessments have been in default for three or more years.
3) Any property that has been identified and requested for purchase by a city, county, city and county or nonprofit organization to serve the public benefit by providing housing or services directly related to low-income persons and for which property taxes and assessments have been in default for three or more years.
The parcels listed herein meet one or more of the criteria listed above and thus, will become subject to the Tax Collector’s power to sell on July 1, 2025, at 12:01 a.m., by operation of law. The Tax Collector’s power to sell will arise unless the property is either redeemed or made subject to an installment plan of redemption initiated as provided by law prior to close of business on the last business day in June. The right to an installment plan terminates on the last business day in June, and after that date the entire balance due must be paid in full to prevent sale of the property at public auction.
The right of redemption survives the property becoming subject to the power to sell, but it terminates at close of business on the last business day prior to the date of the sale by the Tax Collector.
All information concerning redemption or the initiation of an installment plan of redemption will be furnished, upon request, by Amy Christensen, Humboldt County Tax Collector, 825 5th Street, Room 125, Eureka, CA 95501, (707)476-2450.
The amount to redeem, including all penalties and fees, as of June 2025, is shown opposite the assessment/parcel number and next to the name of the assessee.
PARCEL NUMBERING SYSTEM EXPLANATION
The Assessor’s Parcel/Assessment Number (APN/ASMT), when used to describe property in this list, refers to the Assessor’s map book, the map page, the block on the map, if applicable, and the individual parcel on the map page or in the block. The Assessor’s maps and further explanation of the parcel numbering system are available in the Assessor’s office.
077-291-023-000MOORE, ERIC S & SHAWNI D
100-112-002-000MIRANDA, TIMOTHY W
107-291-017-000APOTHECA FARMS LLC CO $38,234.32
109-071-023-000HOLGUIN, RENATO & THERESE
109-201-009-000LARSEN, MIKE & ERIN
110-111-009-000HARDING, MICHAEL B
111-011-016-000CARDENAS, FRANCISCO & EVANGELI
211-401-016-000STRONG, MICHAEL J
215-300-008-000BREMER, LONNY D
218-021-008-000MAHER, THOMAS J
221-111-028-000REA, THOMAS C
223-123-005-000JACQUES, EMRY
306-171-021-000CLARK, DONNA L
315-106-008-000KO-DE CANYON RANCH LLC
522-121-015-000RINESMITH, MYRNA S SNYDER, GLADYS M
522-142-030-000SHERMAN-WARNE, JILL
524-062-027-000HIT LIST LLC CO
522-032-011-000THREE CREEKS HOLDINGS LLC
$741.29
$1,708.55
$14,067.27
$2,851.52
$6,805.48
$4,443.79
$15,073.33
$10,277.33
$51,166.53
$4,602.27
$5,840.58
$2,386.34
$33,627.94
$26,046.45
$12,068.76
ASSESSOR’S ASSESSMENT NO. ASSESSEE’S NAME & PROPERTY ADDRESS
001-021-007-000RIVERSTONE ENTERPRISES
005-075-008-000TRENT, CHRISTOPHER W & ROBIN A/ TRENT FAMILY TRUST
010-024-002-000GOGRI, MAHESH & SHILPA $7,208.81
010-061-010-000TRENT, CHRISTOPHER W & ROBIN A / TRENT FAMILY TRUST
010-061-011-000TRENT, CHRISTOPHER W & ROBIN A/ TRENT FAMILY TRUST
010-281-029-000TORNROTH, GENEVIEVE M & CEDENO, BETTY A
011-183-003-000TRIPP, ROBERT W
013-091-003-000SHIVELY, CYNTHIA A/ SHIVELY, CAMERON M/ WILLIAMS, KYNDRA B
015-122-015-000NELSON, ANGELA K/ NELSON, ANGELA K TRUST/ NELSON, ORION TRUST B
015-141-012-000JOHNSON, TRAVIS A
016-232-003-000MERIDETH, BRUCE E
021-222-006-000ROGERS, SAMUEL W
021-234-013-000FAGAN, DEREK
032-221-005-000MARTINEZ, ALEXANDRA/ DE TADEO, OLIVIA N/ TADEO, GILBERTO
052-111-005-000PETROVICH, AL D & PETROVICH, CAROLIN $2,016.24
052-122-021-000PETROVICH, AL D & PETROVICH, CAROLIN
$14,017.06
053-141-025-000KONICKE, MONA D $5,164.28
053-153-006-000BATRES, EDVIN & GLADYS L $5,018.02
053-161-004-000DOMINGUEZ, ARMANDO $4,799.14
053-172-009-000HUMBOLDT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
110-201-001-000WESTBY, DAVID M & CATHY/ WESTBY, DAVID M REV LIVING TRUST/ WESTBY, DONALD
110-201-017-000BROWN, ROBERT E $1,891.19 040-086-018-000G13 PROPERTY LLC
110-211-034-000ELZA, MARIA L C & BRIAN D $3,820.99 110-251-007-000DE-MARTIN, LAURA M $5,510.13 110-251-009-000DE-MARTIN, LAURA M $5,510.13 110-251-022-000BAILEY, PETER G $3,047.62 110-291-008-000MOGNETT, FRANK M & LORENA $3,701.38 110-291-034-000RASOR, ROBERT C II
110-291-036-000RASOR, ROBERT C II $7,576.18 110-291-037-000RASOR, ROBERT C II $5,894.21 110-301-004-000RASOR, ROBERT C II
110-301-042-000PEREZ, JOSE DE JESUS $3,062.94 111-011-028-000MCPHERSON, CHRIS & LEE $6,199.12 111-011-029-000MCPHERSON, CHRIS & LEE $6,199.12 111-031-012-000DE-MARTIN, LAURA M $3,913.55
Amy Christensen Humboldt County Tax Collector
ASSESSOR’S ASSESSMENT NO. ASSESSEE’S NAME & PROPERTY
111-031-016-000AKIF, MOHAMMAD
111-071-039-000LAI, RICHARD & ANTONY
111-081-015-000KNAUFF, KELLY N
111-141-051-000PREFACH, MATTHEW
111-202-034-000COLETTE, OTTO
202-102-019-000CARROLL, MARY
204-401-002-000PETROVICH, AL DAVIS
208-201-027-000BARRERA, ADRIAN
208-211-005-000ELLIOTT, AARON J
208-241-019-000SHELTON, RICHARD P W/ FLORES, ELSA M R & LEONEL
208-341-009-000UMASHANKAR, ASHHOK
209-161-003-000WOLFINGER, SCOTT D
209-191-009-000GARBUTT, STUART E
209-221-017-000COLLENBERG, DAVID
209-271-009-000COLLENBERG, DAVID
210-051-042-000RUSEV, ZHECHO K & RUSEVA, TINA
$5,827.26
$3,105.94
$4,571.23
$3,463.95
$6,086.93
$624.42
$11,348.20
$11,642.92
$11,999.77
$17,028.13
$17,913.47
$7,358.57
$896.05
$1,086.83
$22,744.53
$22,229.23
210-131-016-000MEYER, DAVID & SZEKERES, MICHAEL $21,303.63
210-191-011-000VANCE, ROBERT $5,454.77
210-231-003-000COCHRAN, TANNER
211-361-009-000GOOD, ALAN
211-362-007-000CONNOLLY, JAMES T
$52,526.75
$37,384.98
$19,904.64
212-016-004-000LYNN, ANDERSON $22,407.40
212-081-013-000MARTINEZ, OCTAVIO
$92,738.92
212-192-021-000BENDLE, SALVATORE A $8,773.41
214-041-033-000WILLBURN, JUNE B/ WILLBURN, JOSEPH G/ WILLBURN, CALVIN L JR & WILLBURN, CALVIN L III
214-233-010-000CLARK, PATRICIA A
215-171-016-000MAGIC LIFE LLC CO
215-171-017-000MAGIC LIFE LLC CO
$5,829.33
$6,761.14
$11,916.08
$26,224.70
215-213-017-000BERRY, ALLISON R $16,831.33
215-271-003-000WILSON, PATRICK J $8,445.10
215-271-004-000WILSON, PATRICK J $14,529.84
215-271-007-000WILSON, PATRICK J $19,670.16
215-281-013-000MAGIC LIFE LLC CO
215-281-016-000MAGIC LIFE LLC CO
215-281-021-000MAGIC LIFE LLC CO
$13,257.44
$7,891.81
$3,867.46
215-281-022-000WILSON, PATRICK J $38,464.79
215-281-025-000MAGIC LIFE LLC CO
$64,679.05
215-281-027-000WILSON, PATRICK J $25,345.39
216-092-007-000HANCOCK, BARY $57,808.91
216-093-017-000HANCOCK, BARY
$13,766.97
216-201-002-000HRISTOV, SLAVI $16,453.46
216-303-002-000QABAZARD, SUMMER $7,985.00
216-304-007-000JENNENMANN, CHEPHREN $55,438.12
216-317-001-000QABAZARD, SUMMER $625.36
216-317-002-000QABAZARD, SUMMER $1,015.50
216-381-012-000NOVELO, AL & OFELIA $4,745.72
216-382-021-000MILLS, JON W & JESSICA N $7,362.97
216-382-060-000QUALLS, KELLEY L $6,076.23
216-392-006-000CONTADINO PROPERTIES LLC CO $4,991.01
ASSESSOR’S ASSESSMENT NO. ASSESSEE’S NAME &
217-111-003-000JOHNSON, CLIFFORD M
217-121-016-000RAMIREZ, FRANCISCO & CONSUELO
217-182-015-000MORANI, MIKE
217-341-013-000MELA, KAREN
217-351-003-000QABAZARD, SUMMER
217-371-011-000QABAZARD, SUMMER
217-431-005-000MCCORD, CHERI/ MCCORD FAMILY TRUST
219-081-002-000STEWART, DAMON & CARL, HANK R
220-051-001-000VELISSARIOU, JOHN
220-092-011-000ZAYKOV, DIMITAR
220-191-029-000WHITMIRE, CHAD B & JESSICA/ BERRY, LAURA L
220-261-074-000LINES, JOHN M
220-301-006-000FETZER, WENDY A
221-061-007-000RANDALL, MARK
221-061-038-000RANDALL, MARK W
221-061-039-000RANDALL, MARK
221-101-013-000SHAMEL, MICHAEL L JR & DOWLING, CHRISTINA
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 01/01/2024.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Aida Marina Perez Quintas, Owner
This March 18, 2025 by SC, Deputy Clerk
4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 6/5 (25-172)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00225
The following person is doing Business as Sunrow Humboldt
735 10th Street
Fortuna, CA 95540
Robert A Stevens
735 10th St Fortuna, CA 95540
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 4/25/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Robert A. Stevens, Owner
This April 25, 2025 by SG, Deputy Clerk
5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-199)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00206
The following person is doing Business as Sweet Snow Humboldt
3824 Jacobs Ave Space #11
Eureka, CA 95501
Yann M Therene
3824 Jacobs Ave Space #11 Eureka, CA 95501
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section
17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Yann Therene, Owner
This April 23, 2025 by SC, Deputy Clerk
5/15, 5/2, 5/29, 6/5 (25-200)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00178
The following person is doing Business as Happy Hour Human Resources Consulting, LLC Humboldt
6075 Celilo St Eureka, CA 95503
2108 N St. Ste N Sacramento, CA 95516
Happy Hour Human Resources Consulting, LLC CA 202565914701
2108 N St. Ste N Sacramento, CA 95516
The business is conducted by a limited liability company.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 2/20/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Jessica Jabbour, Executive Director – Sole Member
This April 8, 2025 by JC, Deputy Clerk 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-201)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00237
The following person is doing Business as Ash and Rain Massage Therapy
Humboldt
1305 Haven Lane Apt D McKinleyville, CA 95519
Trent A. Padilla
1305 Haven Lane Apt D McKinleyville, CA 95519
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 5/12/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Trent Padilla, Owner
This May 12, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 5/15, 5/2, 5/29, 6/5 (25-205)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00224
The following person is doing Business as Mad River Mass Timber Corp Humboldt
1185 Maple Creek Road Korbel, CA 95550
Mad River Mass Timber Corp. California 6348487
1185 Maple Creek Road Korbel, CA 95550
The business is conducted by a
Corporation.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 4/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s George Schmidbauer, President/CEO
This May 6, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-212)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00247
The following person is doing Business as Softwash 707 / Gradin Land Management / Gradin Management, Inc. Humboldt 1400 Cathey Rd Miranda, CA 95553
PO Box 135 Miranda, CA 95553
Gradin Management, Inc. CA B20250039825 1400 Cathey Rd Miranda, CA 95553
The business is conducted by a corporation.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Garett Gradin, CEO
This May 15, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-213)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00189
The following person is doing Business as Mr. Humboldt Cannabis Dispensary 12 W 4th Street
Eureka, CA 95501
Humboldt Kuda Bros Distro, LLC CA 202025311073
12 W 4th Street
Eureka, CA 95501
The business is conducted by a limited liability company.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 9/13/2024.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Scott McAllester, COO
This April 17, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-214)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00239
The following person is doing Business as South Bend Products / South Bend Products LLC
Humboldt 45 Waterfront Dr Eureka, CA 95501
Swanes Seafood Holding Company LLC CA 2019360010179
2108 N St Ste N Sacramento, CA 95816
The business is conducted by a limited liability Company.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 10/1/2020.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s David Rominger, Eureka Dock/ Manager
This May 12, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-216)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00253
The following person is doing Business as Lost Coast Bail Bonds
Humboldt 512 I Street Eureka, CA 95501
PO Box 1215 Eureka, CA 95502
Steven J Payton 512 I Street Eureka, CA 95501
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 5/20/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Steven J Payton, Owner
This May 20, 2025 by SC, Deputy Clerk 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 (25-221)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00223
The following person is doing Business as Humboldt Bay Construction Co. Humboldt
3217 California Street Eureka, CA 95503
Kyler Gouthier
3217 California Street Eureka, CA 95503
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 5/5/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to
be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Kyler Gouthier, Owner
This May 5, 2025 by SC, Deputy Clerk 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 (25-222)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00241
The following person is doing Business as California Native Glass Humboldt
4290 Little Fairfield St Eureka, CA 95503
Pauli-Thelma J Carroll 4290 Little Fairfield St Eureka, CA 95503
Carina M King 4290 Little Fairfield St Eureka, CA 95503
The business is conducted by an general partnership.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 2/6/2020.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Pauli-Thelma J Carroll, Owner Operator
This May 13, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 (25-223)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00219
The following person is doing Business as Sacred Geometrix Humboldt 905 6th Street Arcata, CA 95521
Roy Ellison Busch 905 6th Street Arcata, CA 95521
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 1/1/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Roy Busch, Owner
This April 30, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 (25-224)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00254
The following person is doing Business as Big Light Cleaning Services Humboldt
5087 Grizzly Bluff Rd Ferndale, CA 95536
Carolina D Estrada Trujillo 5087 Grizzly Bluff Rd Ferndale, CA 95536
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 5/19/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Carolina D Estrada Trujillo, Owner
Sole Prop
This May 20, 2025 by TH, Deputy Clerk 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 (25-225)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00262
The following person is doing Business as Genesis Handyman Humboldt 1201 Allard Ave SP F2 Eureka, CA 95503
Alberto Diaz Barroso 1201 Allard Ave SP F2 Eureka, CA 95503
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Alberto Barroso-Diaz, Owner
This May 21, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 (25-226)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00282
The following person is doing Business as Em Beauty Supply Humboldt 511 Henderson Street Eureka, CA 95503
3360 Gross Street Eureka, CA 95503
EM Beauty LLC CA B20250114791
3360 Gross Street Eureka, CA 95503
The business is conducted by a limited liability company.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Pang Lo, Owner/Manager
This May 28, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-231)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00273
The following person is doing Business as SJR Masonry & Construction Humboldt 1580 Camino Way McKinleyville, CA 95519 PO Box 2233 McKinleyville, CA 95519 Brick-It Builders LLC California
B20250086239
1580 Camino Way McKinleyville, CA 95519
The business is conducted by a limited liability company.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Steven J. Rodriguez, CEO
This May 22, 2025 by SC, Deputy Clerk 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-232)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00261
The following person is doing Business as Redwood Quality Cleaning Humboldt
2517 Park St. Samoa, CA 95564
Sierra L. Camilli 2517 Park St. Samoa, CA 95564
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Sierra Camilli, owner
This May 21, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-233)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00275
The following person is doing Business as Humboldt Mortgage Company Humboldt
2037 Harrison Avenue Eureka, CA 95501
Fatima J. Naylor 2037 Harrison Avenue Eureka, CA 95501
The business is conducted by an individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Fatima J. Naylor, Owner
This May 27, 2025 by TH, Deputy Clerk 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-234)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00252
The following person is doing Business as The Trim Scene Humboldt
930 Samoa Blvd Arcata, CA 95521
513 Summer St Fortuna, CA 95540
Monk Holdings LLC CA 020250112677
930 Samoa Blvd Arcata, CA 95521
The business is conducted by a limited liability company.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 5/19/2025.
I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Eric Mikolai, managing member
This May 20, 2025 by SG, Deputy Clerk
6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-235)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00212
The following person is doing Business as Tyger Tea Humboldt
1824 Harris St Eureka, CA 95503 Tyger Tea, LLC CA 202252915292
1824 Harris St Eureka, CA 95503
This business is conducted by Limited Liability Company.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 4/23/2025.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Gary Davis, Sole Member
This April 25, 2025 by sc, Deputy Clerk
6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-236)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00286
The following person is doing Business as Hutchin’s Grossery Humboldt 1664 G St Arcata, CA 95521 1722 3rd St Eureka, CA 95501 BB Heers Inc CA 6471954 1824 Harris St Eureka, CA 95501
This business is conducted by a Corporation.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on Not Applicable.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Balwinder S Heer, Chief Financial Officer
This May 29, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-239)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00284
The following person is doing Business as Rohnerville Gas Humboldt
3663 Rohnerville Rd Fortuna, CA 95540 1722 3rd St Eureka, CA 95501
BB Heers Inc CA 6471954
1824 Harris St Eureka, CA 95501
This business is conducted by a Corporation.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on Not Applicable.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Balwinder S Heer, Chief Financial Officer
This May 29, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-240)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00285
The following person is doing Business as Amy’s Liquor Humboldt
411 West Harris St Eureka, CA 95503
1722 3rd St Eureka, CA 95501
BB Heers Inc CA 6471954
1824 Harris St Eureka, CA 95501
This business is conducted by a Corporation.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on Not Applicable.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).
/s Balwinder S Heer, Chief Financial Officer
This May 29, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-241)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00221
The following person is doing Business as Beyond the Starry Veil Humboldt
4753 Herron Rd #4 Eureka, CA 95503 Naomi G Hill 4753 Herron Rd #4
Eureka, CA 95503
This business is conducted by an Individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on Not Applicable.
A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars
($1,000).
/s Naomi G Hill, Owner/Operator
This May 1, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-242)
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Carlos Rangel Jr.
CASE NO. CV2500985
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
825 FIFTH ST. EUREKA, CA. 95501
PETITION OF:
Carlos Rangel Jr. for a decree changing names as follows:
Present name
Carlos Rangel Jr. to Proposed Name
Charlie Rangel
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
NOTICE OF HEARING
Date: July 11, 2025
Time:8:30 am, Dept. 4 For information on how to appear remotely for your hearing, please visit https://www.humboldt.courts. ca.gov/
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
Date: May 9, 2025
Filed: May 9, 2025
/s/ Timothy A. Canning Judge of the Superior Court 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-218) PUBLIC NOTICE THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Housing Authority of the County of Humboldt has completed a draft of the updated Administrative Plan. A copy of the draft is available for review at the Housing Authority website www.eurekahumboldtha. org or by request. A public meeting for the purpose of receiving comments on the updated Administrative Plan draft will be held via conference call on June 24, 2025, at 10:00am –11:00am. Public comments on the proposed changes will start May 8, 2025, to close of business on June 23, 2025. To request the draft and obtain conference call instructions, please call (707) 443-4583 ext 219. The Housing Authority hours of operation are 9:00am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, alternating every other Friday closed. (25-192)
THE BLUE LAKE RANCHERIA is soliciting proposals from California ‘A’ Licensed and insured contractors to construct a service roadway and underground utilities on the Blue
Lake Rancheria. Work scope will include roadway, joint utility trenches, street lighting, intersections plus associated work based upon engineered drawings. Contractors interested in this work should contact Bruce Ryan at 707-599-6463 or bryan@bluelakerancheria-nsn.gov before May 21st, 2025 to obtain a bid package. A mandatory presite meeting is scheduled for May 22nd, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the intersection of Hlow Lane and Chartin Road in Blue Lake, Ca. 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5 (25-202)
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Fran Lynn Mullin
CASE NO. CV2501070
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
825 FIFTH ST. EUREKA, CA. 95501
PETITION OF:
Fran Lynn Mullin for a decree changing names as follows: Present name
Fran Lynn Mullin to Proposed Name
Fran Lynn Mulein
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
NOTICE OF HEARING
Date: July 21, 2025
Time: 8:30 am, Dept. 4
For information on how to appear remotely for your hearing, please visit https://www.humboldt.courts. ca.gov/
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
825 FIFTH STREET
EUREKA, CA 95501
Date: May 22, 2025
Filed: May 22, 2025
/s/ Timothy A. Canning Judge of the Superior Court 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 (25-230)
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF James Edward Jackson, III aka James E. Jackson, III, aka James Jackson
CASE NO. PR2400008
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of James Edward Jackson, III aka James E. Jackson, III, aka James Jackson
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Petitioner, Melody Jackson In the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt. The petition for probate requests that Melody Jackson be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be ad-
mitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held on June 26, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. at the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt, 825 Fifth Street, Eureka, in Dept.: 4 For information on how to appear remotely for your hearing, please visit https://www.humboldt.courts. ca.gov/
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.
ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER:
Carlton D. Floyd Floyd Law Firm 819 7th Street Eureka, CA 95501
707-445-9754
Filed May 22, 2025
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-228)
PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE UNDERSIGNED INTENDS TO SELL THE PERSONAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED BELOW TO ENFORCE A LIENIMPOSED ON SAID PROPERTY UNDER THE California Self Service storage facility Act Bus & Prof Code sb21700_21716. The undersigned will be sold at public sale by competitive bidding on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 11AM on the premises where said
property has been stored and which is located at Evergreen Storage,1100 Evergreen Rd, Redway, CA95560, County of Humboldt, State of California. The followingunits will be sold for cash unless paid for by tenant prior to auction.
1. Preciado,Kyle #252
2. Benjamin, Beau #117
3. Dewitt, Jay #83 5/29, 6/5 (25-229)
IN THE MATTER OF THE DELORES N. MCBROOME 2019 TRUST NOTIFICATION BY TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA PROBATE CODE § 16061.7
WILLIAM A. McBROOME and DAVID L. McBROOME, Co-Trustees, give notification pursuant to California Probate Code § 16061.7 of the following information regarding THE DELORES N. McBROOME 2019 TRUST dated December 18, 2019 (the “Trust”) which has become irrevocable because of the death of the settlor of the trust.
1. The name of the settlor or grantor of the Trust is DELORES N. McBROOME.
2. THE DELORES N. McBROOME 2019 TRUST was executed on December 18, 2019 (hereafter, “the Trust”).
3. DELORES N. McBROOME died on December 16, 2024, at which time the Trust became irrevocable. The address of the physical location where the principal place of the administration of the Trust is: 3200 Little Pond Road McKinleyville, CA 95519
4. The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the current Co-Trustees are:
WILLIAM A. McBROOME 3200 Little Pond Road McKinleyville, CA 95519 (707) 834-4829
DAVID L. McBROOME 2833 Q Street Eureka, CA 95501 (707) 382-2226
5. You are entitled, as a beneficiary, possible beneficiary, or heir at law of the decedent, to request from the Trustee a true and complete copy of the Terms of the Trust, as that term is defined in Probate Code §16060.5. However, the Trustee has elected to enclose with this notification a true and complete copy of the Terms of the Trust, as well as a copy of the Last Will and Testament of Delores N. McBroome.
6. Notices as Required by Probate Code §16061.7:
You may not bring an action to contest the trust more than 120 days from the date this notification by the trustee is served upon you or 60 days from the date on which a copy of the terms of the trust is delivered to you during that 120-day period, whichever is later.
Date: February 12, 2025
WILLIAM A. McBROOME, Co-Trustee of THE DELORES N. McBROOME 2019 TRUST
Date: February 12, 2025
DAVID L. McBROOME, Co-Trustee of THE DELORES N. McBROOME 2019 TRUST
5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-217)
PUBLIC SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE UNDERSIGNED INTENDS TO SELL THE PERSONAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED BELOW TO ENFORCE A LIENIMPOSED ON SAID PROPERTY UNDER THE California Self Service storage facility Act Bus & Prof Code sb21700_21716. The undersigned will be sold at public sale by competitive bidding on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 11AM on the premises where said property has been stored and which is located at Evergreen Storage, 1100 Evergreen Rd, Redway, CA95560, County of Humboldt, State of California. The followingunits will be sold for cash unless paid for by tenant prior to auction.
1) Preciado Kyle #252
2) Benjamin Beau #117
3) Dewitt Jay #83
4) Jordan Monique #268
5/29, 6/5 (25-229)
SUMMONS (PARENTAGE – CUSTODY AND SUPPORT)
CASE NUMBER: FL2500163
NOTICE TO Defendant: Jasimar M. Singh
You are being sued by Plaintiff: Melissa K. Marinez
You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response at the court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.
If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your right to custody of your
children. You may also be ordered to pay child support and attorney fees and costs.
For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca. org), or by contacting your local bar association.
NOTICE: The restraining order remains in effect against each parent until the petition is dismissed, a judgement is entered, or the court makes further orders. This order is enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of it.
FREE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.
The name and address of the court is: Humboldt County Superior Court 825 Fifth Street Eureka, CA 95501
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is:
Laurence S. Ross 161095, Owens & Ross 1118 Sixth Street Eureka, CA 95501 (707) 441-1185 (707) 441-8470
Date: March 6, 2025
Clerk, by Meara Hattan, Isabel M. Deputy 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 (25-215)
CITY OF FORTUNA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Fortuna City Council will hold a public hearing at 621 11th Street, Fortuna, California in the City Hall Council Chamber for the following purpose:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORTUNA ADOPTING THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES (FHSZ) AND ASSOCIATED MAP FROM THE OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL AND DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM CEQA
All interested persons are invited to appear at this time and place specified above to give oral or written testimony in regards to this matter. Written comments may be forwarded to the City Clerk at 621 11th Street, Fortuna, California, 95540. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (707) 725-7600. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting
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COMPLEX CARE COORDINATOR, OUTREACH DEPARTMENT – Regular, F/T, Salary DOE.
COMPLEX CARE MANAGER, OUTREACH DEPARTMENT – Regular, F/T, Salary DOE.
VAN DRIVER, SENIOR NUTRITION –F/T, Regular, ($17.90 – 20.55)
REVENUE CYCLE MANAGER, PATIENT BENEFITS
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PRC CLERK, PRC DEPARTMENT – F/T, Regular, ($18.62 - $25.09/hr.)
GRANTS COMPLIANCE OFFICER, FISCAL DEPARTMENT – F/T, Regular, ($66,227-$84,776)
COALITION COORDINATOR – FT/ Regular ($17.14 - $20.01 per hour)
MEDICAL ASSISTANT – FT/Regular ($22.05 - $25.25 per hour DOE)
PHYSICIAN – FT/Regular ($290K-$330K)
MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN – FT/Regular (DOE licensure and experience) LMFT, LCSW, Psychologist, or Psychiatrist
DENTIST – FT/Regular ($190K-$240K)
All positions above are Open Until Filled unless otherwise stated.
For an application, job description, and additional information, contact: K’ima:w Medical Center, Human Resources, PO Box 1288, Hoopa, CA, 95546 OR call 530-625-4261 OR apply on our website: https:// www.kimaw.org/ for a copy of the job description and to complete an electronic application. Resumes/ CVs are not accepted without a signed application.
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Dream opportunity in the highly desirable community of Fieldbrook! This unfinished 2/2 bath home is nestled on two separate parcels totaling ±0.77 acres, offering you the perfect canvas to create your ideal living space. The property features a detached shop with a cozy one bedroom second story ADU. Surrounding the home, you’ll be greeted by mature landscaping, while the back parcel presents an incredible opportunity for gardening, keeping animals, or simply enjoying the beauty of a greenbelt.
REDUCED PRICE!
Plaza! The home is filled with natural light and features a well-kept yard with rose bushes, RV parking, a large storage area, laundry room, and a spacious attic for extra space or creativity. The detached ADU has its own yard, garden beds, washer/dryer hookups, and a cozy fireplace—ideal for guests, rental income, or sustainable living.
2027 SUNSET RIDGE ROAD, BLOCKSBURG $275,000
This 12+ acre landlot in a quiet, wooded area offers the perfect combination of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience. This secluded parcel is just under two miles from the local general store and a short drive to a popular river swimming area on the South Fork river. The property includes two cabins and a spacious shop, offering immediate functionality for those looking to build, retreat, or invest.
4 PARCELS ON S. RAILROAD AVENUE, BLUE LAKE
Situated in the heart of the highly sought-after city of Blue Lake, these 4 parcels are ready for your dream home! Their prime location places you within walking distance of all the vibrant amenities Blue Lake has to offer, including the charming brewery, Del Arte Theater, Perigot Park, roller skating rink, Mad River, the fish hatchery, Blue Lake Casino and dining options. With city water, city sewer, and PG&E readily available, these parcels are not only convenient but also equipped for modern living. Parcels range from ±0.40 acres - ±1.51 acres and are priced from $185,000 to $299,000, with all parcels for a total of ±3.07 acres available for $900,000.
4565 LOWER THOMAS ROAD, SALMON CREEK
$390,000
Join the friendly Salmon Creek Community! ±60 acres in Miranda awaits an owner to breathe new life into this gorgeous property.
With a large shop, two story house, two wells and stunning surrounding views this property is a diamond in the rough. House will need to be remodeled which is a perfect opportunity to make this the home of your dreams. Don’t miss out on this wooded wonderland!
