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Protesters Talk Back to Authoritarianism
By Sasha Senal newsroom@northcoastjournal.com
On Sept. 20, as the North Country Fair in Arcata was bringing folks from all walks of life together in celebration, another type of assembly was taking place in front of the Humboldt County Courthouse. There, dozens of North Coast neighbors took to the street to protest the current administration amid a host of other issues, including attacks on free speech, ICE raids and encroaching authoritarianism.
Among those gathered was Janie, who says she was born in the ’50s and never protested until recently “I am disgusted,” she said. She was not alone.
The planned Women’s March coincided with Humboldt’s iteration of the Make Billionaires Pay protest taking place on the same day in New York City, where the event joined Climate Week initiatives. Protests also came on the heels of recent political fuel like the government backlash on comments following the killing of far-right commentator Charlie Kirk and the suspension of a talk-show host Jimmy Kimmel
for his opinions. Though the numbers on Fifth Street in Eureka did not parallel that of the NYC protest, the attendees were standing up for the same issues.
“I’m here because I love my country,” said K.T., a local protest organizer. Calling Trump a “fascist pig,” she said there were so many reasons to be out on this day. She was not alone in her sentiments about the sitting president.
One Vietnam veteran said that in his opinion, Trump should be “ripped from the presidency as soon as possible.
But the crowd wasn’t just focused on strictly conservative politicians.
As one man, clad in a keffiyeh and holding a sign painted with the Palestinian flag put it, “We’re getting to the point of no free speech and oligarchy, and if we don’t wake up soon, it will be too late.” He continued by calling out the Democratic party, stressing that it needs to “stop coddling corporations and get back to the people.”
Some people were simply concerned more squarely about the well-being of all.
A protester with a pro-Palestine sign at the Humboldt County Courthouse.
Photo By Sasha Senal
Justice in Humboldt: A Life-Saving Precedent in the Making
By Melanie Lauren Luh views@northcoastjournal.com
At 18 weeks pregnant, Tamesha Means’ water broke, an event that generally results in a stillbirth or the baby’s death. Means lived in a rural area, much like Humboldt, where she had access to one hospital: Mercy Health, a Catholic institution. The hospital sent Means home without treatment, despite her dangerous condition. Means had already suffered a painful bacterial infection that her physicians ignored, and later, her baby died during delivery. Without her knowledge, as a Catholic institution, Mercy Health had complied with strict religious regulations that prohibit abortions.
Means filed a suit against the United Conference of Catholic Bishops (UCCB), the entity responsible for the pro-life directives that prevented her from receiving the care she needed. The case was ultimately dismissed, repeating a wellknown pattern where courts refuse to intervene with religious institutions due to separation of church and state — leaving patients to pay the price.
Up until last year, this hands-off approach has prevailed: Don’t regulate theology or religious practice in employment, medicine, education, etc. That is, until Anna Nusslock, a chiropractor from Eureka received similar treatment to Means from Providence St. Joseph Hospital. Straying notably from legal precedent, Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a suit against the hospital, claiming that it violated the California Emergency Services Law. For the first time, a state attorney general pursued legal action against a hospital for denying emergency abortion care under state law. In our regressive post-Dobbs era, in which 22 states have banned or heavily restricted
abortion, Bonta’s actions represent a rare move in the opposite direction — one that could be a huge win for historically pro-choice California and maybe the country.
Catholic hospitals claim their adherence to the UCCB’s Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Healthcare Services protect their values. But when one in seven hospital beds in America is Catholic, these regulations quietly and dangerously dictate care for millions of patients. Only 28 percent of Catholic hospitals explicitly explain how faith influences treatment. This results in women like Means and Nusslock entering Catholic hospitals unaware of what care they can or cannot receive. Religion has no place tying the hands of trained medical professionals — especially in emergencies where hesitation and uncertainty can be fatal. Nusslock’s case and the hundreds that have come before it are a glaring sign that religion should never have a regulatory hand in medicine unless it is the choice of the patient.
Now the courts face a pivotal question: Do religious hospitals get to deny emergency abortions, or must they follow the same laws as everyone else? However, the age-old issue is that compelling Catholic hospitals to act against their beliefs is unprecedented and constitutionally questionable per the First Amendment and the Establishment Clause. Even now, Providence claims it complies with both the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) and California emergency care laws when fetal death is likely. Still, the ruling on this case could finally bring legal clarity to the ongoing conflict between religious doctrine and state medical
obligations. A ruling for Providence would cement a dangerous precedent for letting institutions deny care under the guise of faith.
But if Bonta wins, every Catholic hospital in California would be required to provide emergency abortion care. And because many other states have similar emergency medical laws, a win for the attorney general could spark a national shift in the humane direction — establishing an emergency abortion access precedent despite federal tendencies to limit it.
While the New York Times, PBS, and the California Department of Justice may only recognize Humboldt as the county where a hemorrhaging, pregnant woman was given buckets and towels by a hospital “in case something happened in the car,” it is also the birthplace of an undeniably significant case that could carry landmark-level influence in the world of religion and medicine. A state win in this case would also serve as a beacon of liberal progress despite an administration that has attempted to gut not only healthcare, but freedom for millions.
To me, the thought that this case violates freedom of religion is irrational. What is freedom of religion if it allows institutions to withhold care that could save lives? As Providence’s lawyers stated before, the biggest obstacle Bonta faces is that the foundation of this case is unprecedented. But all the most revolutionary cases were, until someone took them to court. l
Melanie Lauren Luh (she/her) is a student at Stanford University and an intern at the Women’s Foundation California.
Red-Light
Red-Light Women
The hidden funders of early Eureka, Part 1
By Lynette Mullen newsroom@northcoastjournal.com
In the spring of 1876, a bright and determined 17-year-old girl, standing 5 feet 6 inches, with light hair, fair skin and blue eyes, joined an aunt living in Humboldt County. She’d left San Francisco as Catherine Q., and stepped onto the Eureka Wharf as Kittie Warren, marking the beginning of a double life she would continue for more than 30 years. In that time, she ran one of Eureka’s many brothels, “houses of ill fame” denounced in public even as they helped sustain the city’s vice-driven economy.
Early Humboldt histories often focus on the men who settled and shaped the region, their names preserved on buildings and street signs. But those working in illicit trades also played a significant role. Generations of bootleggers and illegal cannabis growers fueled local commerce, launched businesses and funded civic infrastructure through bribes, fines and unofficial (and eventually legal) taxes. The seldom acknowledged women of the red-light district — sex workers and brothel managers — also left their mark on this community.
Shunned by polite society even as they supported it, women like Warren and those in her employ attracted customers and their money, paid fines that contributed to city revenues and spent freely at local shops. In an era when sex work was illegal but tolerated, they were permitted and sometimes even encouraged to remain. They lived in the shadows, but their impact on Humboldt County and Eureka, in particular, was profound.
Kittie Warren
Born to Irish immigrants in Oakland, Catherine’s early life offered little promise. In a time when parents were expected to groom their daughters for marriage and eligible bachelors were discouraged from marrying “downward,” Catherine’s father
spent his days intoxicated and fishing off the local pier while her mother tried and failed to parent the couple’s nine children. The older boys became known for drinking and brawling, while the younger three got caught stealing chickens and loaves of bread. Young Catherine’s sticky fingers made her infamous as a budding criminal “princess.”
Decent employment hinged on good references and respectable family ties — Catherine had neither and could anticipate a life of drudgery, working long hours as a laundress, chambermaid or sweatshop laborer earning starvation wages. Prostitution, on the other hand, though rife with violence, disease and the risks associated with unwanted pregnancy, provided young women like Catherine enough funds to support themselves and contribute to a struggling family.
working women that census worker Louis Tower, who later became a schoolteacher, preferred over “prostitute” (the term used in Sacramento) or “harlot” (as sex workers were labeled in Amador, Mariposa and Siskiyou counties).
Necessary evil
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Whether her aunt in Humboldt was already in the sex trade is unclear, but Catherine’s new name suggests she’d been coached. Most women adopted aliases when they entered the “life” to hide their identities and protect family members from shame by association, even when their families helped push them there.
By 1880, Catherine had secured a small cottage on Second Street in Eureka. That year’s census listed Kittie Warren as a “housekeeper” — a euphemism for the city’s
Many in the 19th century believed that men required a regular sexual outlet to prevent uncontrolled eruptions of violence, sometimes referred to as the “volcano theory.” Unfortunately for the multitude of single men that flooded early California, self-satisfaction through masturbation was also considered dangerous. Medical authorities warned that “self-abuse” caused impotence and sterility. State hospital physicians sometimes listed masturbation as the sole cause of insanity. For many, marriage offered little relief. In his book, Criminal Woman, the Prostitute, and the Normal Woman, published in 1893, renowned Italian psychiatrist Cesare Lombroso promoted a common misconception that “normal” women were “naturally and organically monogamous and frigid,” forcing many wives to suppress their sexuality or risk being judged as deviant. Prostitutes, on the other hand, Lombroso (and others) believed, had naturally strong libidos and provided a critical safety valve
for sexually frustrated single and married men alike. “Public women,” prostitute and autobiographer Josie Washburn reflected later, were sacrificed by society “to satisfy men who might otherwise outrage respectable girls and women.”
Sadly, early Humboldt County had no shortage of women deemed less respectable to sacrifice. While some arrived happily married and raising families, many in the frontier community were forced to flee alcohol-fueled domestic violence. Young girls were often ostracized by family and society after breaking the taboo against premarital sex, leaving them few options for financial support. Others were driven into prostitution when death or abandonment shattered their lives, plunging them into despair, alcoholism or addiction. Single and widowed women struggling against poverty and limited opportunities turned to prostitution for survival.
The law and contradictions
In December of 1852, San Francisco’s Daily Alta California denounced the “miserable and wretched dens of vice and debauchery” multiplying in the city, casting them as criminal incubators. In response, San Francisco lawmakers imposed fines and jail time on convicted brothel owners and their tenants. Other California towns soon followed, but it wasn’t until 1855 that the fledgling state passed a broader vagrancy law targeting the unemployed, habitual drunkards and prostitutes. The law allowed local officials to arrest and incarcerate women for up to 90 days and/or subject them to hard labor. In 1872, amid ongoing public debates over the regulation of sex work, California enacted a revised anti-vagrancy act: Penal Code 647. It reaffirmed that “lewd or dissolute persons” and “common prostitutes” were vagrants, and it supported authorities in arrest-
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D Street between Third and Fourth streets, once home to brothels. Courtesy of the Lloyd Stine collection of the Humboldt County Historical Society
An advertisement in the Humboldt Times for Jack Connors’ “sailors home” in 1880. Humboldt Times
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ing, fining and jailing offenders. Framed as a safeguard for public morality, the statute in practice served less to stop prostitution than to dictate where and when it could occur, using the threat of arrest as leverage.
Humboldt County was founded in the 1850s by settlers seeking a coastal route to the inland gold mines. By the time Catherine Q. arrived in the 1870s, Eureka had evolved from a rough frontier outpost to a major trading hub and the largest city on the West Coast between San Francisco and Portland. Steamers lined the docks, delivered machinery, factory-sewn clothing, sugar and more. They left carrying lumber, shingles, salmon, potatoes, sheep and other goods to distribute up and down the coast, and as far as Australia.
Labor was in high demand, and millworkers, craftsmen, loggers, sailors and other transient workers poured in from across the country and around the world. They rented rooms and patronized restaurants. They bought boots and shirts, tools and provisions. But many were also single, far from home and too ill-paid and unprepared to marry. Eureka, like many early California communities, adopted a pragmatic stance toward what many considered a necessary evil and sought to regulate, rather than eradicate, prostitution. After all, sex workers attracted men whose paychecks circulated through saloons, general stores and gambling dens. Brothel keepers paid outrageous rents for ramshackle properties, and the fines imposed when they were arrested helped fund the city’s police, city services and infrastructure.
While vice was generally tolerated, not all Eurekans and respectable visitors wanted to see it. As the city developed, “rookeries” were pushed southwest and away from the busy F Street wharf and the heart of Old Town. The substantial and attractive commercial buildings that took their places, such as the Vance Hotel, the Palmtag Building (now home to Many Hands Gallery) and the Ricks Building, which houses Old Town Coffee and Chocolates, can still be seen today. Moving southwest, a few of the shorter, squatter, less substantial historic structures, like the one now housing the Shanty, remain. By 1876, Eureka boasted a population of 6,000, hosted 41 licensed liquor establishments and multiple brothels, but the city employed just two police officers. Ostensibly to protect its citizens from public debauchery, officials enacted Ordinance 28, “for suppression of vice and immorality in the city of Eureka.” The ordinance empowered local courts to fine convicted prostitutes and brothel owners up to $100 or sentence them to up to 10 days in jail. Shortly thereafter, 1878’s Ordinance 54 barred women from entering saloons between 8
The Callaghans’ property at the northwest corner of Fourth and B streets. Bartholomew Callaghan remodeled and enlarged the house after a fire in 1893.
Courtesy of the Lloyd Stine collection of the Humboldt County Historical Society
The Callaghans’ Legacy of Brothels
In 1881, Bartholomew Callaghan gifted ownership of his property on the northwest corner of Fourth and B streets to his first wife, Catherine, “out of love and affection.” When she died and he remarried, he repeated the gesture with his second wife, Mary.
Before Mary died from complications due to childbirth in 1898, she deeded the B Street property, by then filled with brothels, to her children “in consideration of love and affec-
p.m. and 6 a.m., curtailing public solicitation and forcing prostitutes into dedicated brothels where they would be hidden from “decent” citizens, but easily accessible to clients seeking their services. The arrangement must have been frustrating for the women, but it could have been worse.
Regulation, not elimination (1880-1900)
By the 1880s, San Francisco’s vice districts were well segregated. A few more fortunate women worked in lavish parlor houses or paid bribes to operate discreetly from boarding houses and hotels. But most were consigned to the city’s notoriously violent red-light district called the Barbary Coast, or confined to miserable “cribs” lining alleys like Morton Street. The San Francisco Call newspaper described these as tiny, airless rooms, sometimes underground, that were “alive with cockroaches and saturated with feculent matter,” unfit for human habitation. As gold deposits dwindled, isolated mining towns offered little opportunity. Eureka, by contrast, with its busy port and constant influx of working men, held relative promise for sex workers.
Prostitution was illegal by state and local statute, but local officials seldom closed entire operations. Eureka brothel keepers like Jack Conar ran their enterprises fearlessly — for good reason. In 1880, Conar paid a $75 fine for operating a “house of ill fame,” as they were sometimes called. It was a pittance compared to his profits, so he stayed
tion … for their support and livelihood,” making her newborn son and 3-year-old daughter the youngest brothel owners in Eureka — and perhaps anywhere. Callaghan managed the properties on behalf of his children and every year reported to the county a $25 monthly income taken from rents in support of their care (though in reality he likely took much more). The children maintained ownership until the 1920s.
open and expanded. In 1883, he built a full saloon, dance house and brothel on the waterfront at the corner of First and C streets (the site, and possibly the same building, that’s now home to the 707 Bar). Though Conar was charged in 1885 for keeping his dance house open after midnight, authorities ignored his brothel upstairs.
Eureka and the state of California’s ambivalence toward prostitution was also reflected in the stark disparities in sentencing. In the summer of 1886, convicted brothel owner Jim Ferris faced a $350 fine or the same number of days in the local jail. After spending a brief time in custody, Ferris paid the balance owed and returned to business. When he was charged for the same offense in February of 1887, his fine was reduced to $100 in exchange for a promise to leave the trade for good, while his wife paid another $25. Ferris argued that even the reduced sentence was unfairly harsh for Eureka, claiming in a letter he wrote that spring to the Arcata Union that six similarly involved property owners had gotten better treatment.
He may have been right. As a heavy drinker who had spent time in San Quentin for attempted murder, Ferris may have lacked the finesse and connections needed to appease officials. Joseph Mattson was convicted of operating a brothel on First Street two months after Ferris and fined only $50. On the other hand, Chris Welden, a Humboldt County man addicted to opium, received two years in San Quentin for stealing and pawning a gold watch that same year. Continued on next page »
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During this time, the city’s prostitutes were generally left alone unless they disturbed the peace or their soliciting became too blatant. “Worthless scamps,” however, were often targeted. In 1881, officials grew tired of Alfred Olney living off a local prostitute and fined him $25 for vagrancy (likely paid by the poor woman he pimped). Undeterred, Olney faced the same charge again in 1883 and, despite prolonged unemployment, came to court well-dressed, sporting flashy jewelry and a “bowery mustache.” Officials hoped his conviction would drive off others in the same non-occupation. It didn’t, likely because Eureka’s casual approach remained: Vice was tolerated as long as you were Caucasian and remained off the city’s main thoroughfares.
Eureka’s Chinatown and Lower District
Health Risks
Prostitution was a dangerous vocation. Beyond the threat of violence, women were frequently exposed to venereal diseases like gonorrhea, which often led to pelvic inflammatory disease, chronic pain and permanent infertility. Syphilis, less common but far more devastating, could cause paralysis, dementia, blindness and early death.
Not that sex within marriage offered absolute protection. Many single and married men frequented vice districts and carried diseases home to innocent spouses. A 1913 Philadelphia vice report found that gonorrhea was “ultimately responsible for 75 percent of all sterility in married life.” Infants exposed during childbirth often suffered blindness, meningitis and other complications.
Women were also challenged in preventing unwanted pregnancies. Some used harsh douches made with soapy water, vinegar or even carbolic acid as questionably effective birth control. Others may have used condoms — long made from sheep intestines and, by the mid-19th century, from rubber. In Eureka, however, such items were likely scarce and resisted by customers in the red-light district.
Pregnant prostitutes often sought abortions — dangerous procedures even under the best conditions. Criminalization only heightened the risk by driving the practice underground, where unqualified practitioners charged exorbitant sums and often botched the procedure. Many women died needlessly when complications arose, as fear of incarceration kept them and their providers from seeking medical care. Nineteen-year-old Stella Howard, a Eureka prostitute, died two weeks after an “operation,” likely caused by complications after an abortion. Many others went to San Francisco for the procedure — but many were no safer there (“Humboldt’s Grisly History of Illegal Abortions,” Jan. 23, 2022).
Despite widespread awareness that they were trafficked and held against their will, white Eurekans also directed hostility toward Chinese prostitutes. By 1885, local editorials called on city officials to “wipe out the plague spots,” referring exclusively to Chinese brothels and opium dens (“Opium Dens and ‘Morphine Fiends,’” June 16, 2022). Maybe not so coincidentally, Eureka citizens used the accidental shooting of city councilman David Kendall that same year, attributed to a stray bullet shot during a conflict between Chinese tongs or gangs, as an excuse to expel the vast majority of Eureka’s Chinese residents overnight under threat of hanging — shuttering their brothels and opium dens (“Heading for Charlie Moon Way,” Nov. 7, 2021).
Eureka’s de facto red-light district located just blocks away along Third Street, between C and D streets, kept operating. The street was a magnet for sailors, loggers, addicts, petty criminals and working men looking for a drink and paid sex. Anchored by saloons on the eastern corners and H.L. Lockhart’s “restaurant,” a dance house and brothel on the south center of the block (across the
street and east of where the Shanty is now), there were at least six dedicated brothels on the block. The area was known for drunken melees, random shootings and violent assaults on the district’s working women by customers and pimps. And it thrived.
Kittie Warren’s quiet corner
Warren didn’t want violence, or a pimp, or a landlord to appease. She wanted independence and the ability to choose her clientele. She saved her money and in 1887 purchased a house (one of the few old brothel properties still standing) at 129 Third St., a significant and rare accomplishment. She had built enough trust that owner Phillip Needs (also builder of the Needs Building at the corner of Third and E streets) provided her with a $2,000 mortgage, which was double the county assessor’s value, but may have included funds for furniture. Women like Warren were often overcharged, but she was also buying stability, or so she thought.
The 11 o’clock ordinance
In an attempt to temper the city’s rowdier element, in January of 1888, Eureka enacted Ordinance 114, known as “the 11 o’clock
Detail of a 1892 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map of Eureka in which “female boarding” denotes a brothel. Library of Congress
ordinance.” It required all saloons to stop serving alcohol at 11 p.m. and threatened violators with fines of $25 to $500 and up to 10 days in jail. Saloon operators complained that when they complied and closed shop, customers headed to nearby brothels and continued drinking, while bars lost money.
In response, Eureka officials secretly hired the Harry Morse Detective Agency of San Francisco, and two of its undercover agents spent approximately two weeks drinking alcohol in the city’s brothels. Officials then used evidence outlined in their report to arrest 10 female brothel keepers for selling liquor without a license. (No records have been found to indicate any woman was granted a liquor license in Eureka in the 19th century.)
Most pleaded not guilty, forfeited their bail and fled on the next steamer to San Francisco. One pleaded guilty and paid a $75 fine. Warren demanded a trial. Though detectives testified they enjoyed whiskey and observed ongoing liquor sales to a consistently full house six times in Warren’s establishment, the first jury deadlocked on a verdict. A second trial found her guilty, but the fine was minimal in the scope of her operation, and she stayed put.
The city, on the other hand, did not get off so easily. Eureka paid $676.05 for the sting operation, roughly $22,000 in today’s dollars, and would not systematically target brothel keepers for another 12 years.
Property and profits
In the 1850s, William Duff briefly joined his brothers in Humboldt County and amassed significant property in Eureka. After his death, his wife Julia and her second husband (another William Duff, improbable as it
sounds) held onto these properties, even as the dwellings became brothels.
And why not? As one Chicago property owner confessed to Pall Mall Gazette editor William Stead in 1894, brothel keepers often paid double the market rate for substandard accommodations. And, as a 1913 Portland, Oregon, vice report pointed out, women of the demi-monde made ideal tenants, posing few demands while consistently paying high rents up front.
William Duff (Julia’s second husband) managed the Eureka properties from the family home in Alameda County and collected rental income that supported daughter Agnes Duff’s position in Berkeley’s “exclusive society set,” as well as Julia’s passion for collecting “rare and artistic” art, furnishings and more. (This continued even in later years, when Agnes and Julia were prosecuted under the city’s red-light abatement act for owning brothel properties and the family refused to let go of its holdings.)
Callaghan followed a similar path. Acquiring Eureka property early on, he, his wife and eventually his children held on to the quarter block at the northwestern corner of Fourth and B streets as marshland gave way to rough framed dwellings. For years, the area went without a proper sewer system. Residents threw slop in the streets and cesspools festered. When the city installed gaslights throughout much of downtown, the B Street neighborhood stayed dark.
These abysmal conditions attracted only the most desperate tenants and, by 1884, brothels were firmly entrenched in the “Lower B,” which carried a well-earned reputation for violence and despair. That year, 22-year-old prostitute Della Downing swallowed carbolic acid to end her life. In
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1888, a customer shot pimp Peter Peartree after he threatened to kill brothel keeper Gussie Meyers, a woman Peartree had brutally beaten for years. Other women, like “drunken” May Winters and Emma Way, endured chronic abuse at the hands of brutal customers and pimps. While Lockhart’s brothel on Third Street housed two African American women in 1888, B Street was generally where the district’s women of color lived. For the most part, officials left its inhabitants and customers to their own devices.
In the early 1890s, while nearby communities like Ferndale actively expelled sex workers, Eureka maintained a laissez faire attitude, likely influenced by the national depression of 1893, when lumber demand plummeted, mills scaled back, and fewer steamers and sailors came through the port. Anything that brought men and their money into town must have been welcome. That continued even after the economy recovered. As the 20th century approached, more dwellings became “houses of ill repute.” By 1900, at least 11 dedicated brothels were established on Fourth Street between A and C streets, with more scattered throughout the area.
The city’s approach remained pragmatic. Fifth Street was the city’s primary thoroughfare. “Lewd women” were one block over but a world away, where only men seeking prostitutes would see them. While there were occasional arrests, usually for vagrancy when public disturbances became too blatant, brothel keepers and their occupants were usually left alone. At times, they even received grudging sympathy. In the fall of 1899, after a local girl known professionally as Pearl Moreland shot notoriously violent pimp Alex Watson in the leg to stop his assault, the Humboldt Standard complained only about her bad aim. A local sign painter passing by inadvertently caught one of Moreland’s stray bullets in his leg but declined to prosecute.
Catherine Q. and Kittie Warren
Throughout the 1890s, Catherine maintained a double life as Kittie Warren,
traveling between her family in Oakland and her brothel in Eureka. She seems to have managed both worlds with composure, except for a brief period in the mid-1890s, when the lines between the two blurred and almost broke. In January of 1895, Bay Area newspapers reported that Catherine Q. was found nude and incoherent on the roof of an Oakland brothel. Journalists suggested the seemingly innocent young woman had been drugged and taken there against her will, suspecting no connection to her work in Eureka’s red-light district. Catherine spent a short time at St. Agnew’s asylum before returning to Eureka as Kittie Warren, where she remained for another 13 years.
During that time, Warren witnessed a new level of contradiction in Eureka. In the early 1900s, prostitution remained illegal by state law and local ordinance, but the city was broke. Ignoring any moral implications, Eureka allowed the women to pay for regular trader’s licenses that permitted them to sell cigars and snacks in their brothels and, in 1903, the city launched a system of regular “prosecution” that effectively taxed local madams, giving them tacit permission to operate as long as they continued to pay. But moral crusaders, politicians and others would soon struggle to control the red-light district, its sex workers and the money they brought in. ●
To be continued next week.
Lynette Mullen (she/her) is a Eurekabased historian focused on the lives of red-light women in early Northern California. She leads public presentations and walking tours and is creating a self-guided historical tour of Eureka’s Wicked Waterfront. She is also writing a book examining how Progressive Era reform impacted rural California’s vice districts and sex workers in the early 20th century. For more information, please visit thelowerlevels.com or email lynette. mullen@gmail.com.
1880 Census record that includes Jack Connars and his “sailors home” and brothel, as well as “housekeeper” Kittie Warren.
Trinidad Art Night
Saturday, Sept. 27, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. (event times vary*)
The final Art Night of the season. This town-wide walk includes a variety of art exhibits, live music, artist receptions, face painting, skate ramps, pop-up sales and oyster, cider or wine tastings. Forbes & Associates and Westhaven Center for the Arts present Sarah Corliss. For more info, call (707) 834-2479 or visit trinidadartnight. com . THE LIGHTHOUSE GRILL 355 Main St. Toni ‘Antoinette’ Magyar, paintings; Susan Mayclin Stephenson, notecards and books; Jeff Stanley, prints.
SAUNDERS PLAZA EAST (Bandstand) 355 Main St. Music by Ticket to Ride. Face painting by Jade Bamboo.
HEADIES PIZZA AND POUR 359 Main St. Matt Brody, acrylic paintings.
TRINIDAD MUSEUM 400 Janis Court. Exhibit: Trinidad Museum is observing the 250th year since the Spanish landing in the harbor and the claiming of Trinidad for King Carlos III of Spain on June 11, 1775, the first European contact with the Yurok people of Tsurai Village.
TRINIDAD COASTAL LAND TRUST 380 Janis Court. SIMMONS GALLERY: “Celebrating the Marinescape of Humboldt Country,” Paul and Nancy Rickard, plein air paintings. Music by The Secret Club.
BEACHCOMBER CAFE 363 Trinity St. Revolving Sands Surfboards, Spencer Stratton; surf-inspired art exhibition from Red Eye Laboratories; music TBA.
TRINIDAD SCHOOL 300 Trinity St. Skate ramps until dusk.
TRINIDAD CIVIC CLUB ROOM
409 Trinity St. The Artisan Faire with vendors will be open from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. benefiting the Trinidad Memorial Lighthouse Monument.
TRINIDAD TOWN HALL 409 Trinity St. Music by The Flying Oms.
TRINIDAD ART GALLERY 490 Trinity St. Exhibit and reception for Matthew Gagliardi, blown glass and Patricia Sundgren Smith, prints; snacks; wine pour benefiting Trinidad Coastal Land Trust; and an opportunity to meet many of the gallery’s 25 local artists.
TRINIDAD BAY EATERY & GALLERY 607 Parker St. Soleil Goodliffe, ceramics; oyster bar, wines/beers on tap and It’s Alive, NA Plum Kombucha.
MOONSTONE CROSSING 529 Trinity St. Carolyn Belak, photography; music by Ruby Ruth George 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Moonstone Crossing wine tasting with snacks or Dick Taylor chocolates.
SEASCAPE RESTAURANT AND PIER
1 Bay St. Special event: restaurant open 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. for Trinidad Rancheria Ner-er-nerh Days, featuring cultural dance presentations, traditional Stick Game Tournament, craft vendors, food vendors and live reggae music by Irie Rockerz. Kids’ play area with a bouncy house, face painting and games. l
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Ticket to Ride playing at Saunders Plaza East. Submitted
Nightlife
ARCATA PLAYHOUSE 1251 Ninth St. (707) 822-1575
ARKLEY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 412 G St., Eureka (707) 442-1956
ARCATA THEATRE LOUNGE 1036 G St., Arcata (707) 822-1220
Homage to the Message: The Music of Wayne Shorter (jazz) 7-9 p.m. $15-$30
THE BASEMENT 780 Seventh St., Arcata (707) 845-2309 Claire Bent Jazz Quintet (jazz) 8 p.m. Free
BEAR RIVER CASINO RESORT
11 Bear Paws Way, Loleta (707) 733-9644
BLUE LAKE CASINO WAVE
LOUNGE 777 Casino Way, Blue Lake (707) 668-9770
CAFE MOKKA 495 J St., Arcata (707) 822-2228
CAL POLY HUMBOLDT 1 Harpst St., Arcata
CENTRAL STATION SPORTS BAR 1631 Central Ave., McKinleyville (707) 839-2013
KAPTAIN'S QUARTERS 517 F St., Eureka (7070 798-1273
LARRUPIN' CAFE 1658 Patricks Point Dr., Trinidad (707) 677-0230
A Taste of Ireland (Irish music, dance) 7:30 p.m. $42.14 - $76.85 (all-in pricing)
DebÍ Tirar MÁS Fiestas (Latin DJ) 9 p.m. $20 advance Fleetwood Macramé (Fleetwood Mac tribute) 8 p.m.
Yacht Blooded (yacht rock) 9 p.m. Bump Foundation (jfunk, soul, jazz) 9 p.m. Karaoke Party 7-11 p.m. Free
Thirsty Bear: Music Video Mashup (MVM night) 9 p.m. Free Thirsty Bear: Mojo Rocjers (classic hits) 9 p.m. Free
Wave: The Undercovers (dance hits) 9 p.m. Free Wave: Papa Haole & The Fleas (island rock) 9 p.m. Free
Squeezebug (accordion & guitar) 7 p.m. Free
Van Duzer: The Emo Night Tour 8 p.m. $27, free for CPH students (tickets required) Van Duzer: Cal Poly Humboldt Student Filmmaker Showcase 5:30-7 p.m. Free
Yourself Entertainment
Party with DJ Josh Def3nder 6-10 p.m. $5
Kline's: Roland Rock and Jimmy Foot 6:30-8:30p.m.(originals) Free
Linocuts by Patricia Sundgren Smith
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MINIPLEX 401 I St., Arcata (707)
LOUNGE 480 Patrick's Point Dr., Trinidad (707) 677-3543
PUB 1584 Reasor Rd., McKinleyville (707) 630-5084
MAD RIVER
101 Taylor Way, Blue Lake (707) 668-4151
CURTAIN BREWERY
AVE. TASTING ROOM
1595 Myrtle Ave., Eureka, (707) 269-7143
REDWOOD RAKS 824 L St., Ste. 16, Arcata (707) 296-1648
CREEK MTN VIEW RETREAT 344 Thomas Rd., Miranda (707) 613-0955
HENRY COMEDY CLUB
(707) 839-7580
Rooftop,
(707) 613-0732
Post-Millennium Tension
By Collin Yeo setlist@northcoastjournal.com
At a certain point in your life, the corrosion of your memories meets the current of dreams and the two become more or less indistinguishable. Older impressions melt away in the psychic wash, only to reappear as patchwork colors on the uninvited night coat of sleep. After all, the mind has its own efficiencies, too, however mysterious the process might be that cannibalizes the stored fats of experience into newly rendered projections. If we are lucky enough to have a functioning system, we must acknowledge that we are constantly recording the external while producing the internal, and all the while — at the risk of sounding simple — processing the eternal. That is not to say that the mind works solely as a filter between the conscious world and the unconscious pulse of expression, but that is certainly one of its functions. What goes on beyond our private shoals of sleep-armored filter feeders all happens far past the time-bleached reefs of human language, in the impossible submarine depths where the mysteries of prehisto-
ry boil against the forge of creation. The spawn-waters of the countless variations of life more alien than the stars and more intimate than the atomic structure of each and every one of our living selves.
This is a rough blueprint of my thoughts last week as I stared at the men’s underwear section during one of my super-rare trips to a big box store in Eureka. I was staring because everything was behind a locked case now, a novel situation for me in this particular store, but not new in the flux of my experience. Things fall apart often in this era.
I live very simply, and on this trip, I bought socks, a large box of canned cat food, some razors and a Snoopy hat from the clearance rack. I spent more on the cat food than anything else for reasons regular readers will have no trouble discerning. The few times I go shopping for new clothing, it’s strictly for garments covering my intimate parts: feet, crotch and head. Everything else comes secondhand or from the hardware store.
Previous recessions and disasters all left
me in the depths of the invisible class I am most familiar with. Not much has changed there, though the harbingers of another one of these looming capitalist “whoopsies” just keep getting dumber and grosser. A good society with competent administrators doesn’t have people resorting to stealing necessities. Nor does it have cheap security theater to fire up the hapless dipshits out there stupid enough to blame the decay on the people suffering around them, rather than the audacious perverts who are running things into the ground.
That stuff’s not for us, though. We’re lucky; our processes function just fine and the re-cut colors of our memories look simply fabulous on the evergreen wardrobe of our dreams. We are all so much more than the humility of our circumstances. Welcome to fall.
Thursday
The Creative Sanctuary presents the latest in an ongoing series honoring the musical alumni of the rotating, midcentury supergroup the Jazz Messengers. Tonight’s star attraction is the recently late Wayne Shorter, whose saxophonic splendor lit up the world in a career that spanned from bebop to hip hop and beyond. Join hosts James Zeller, Ramsey Isaacs and company for this special celebration of a truly stellar being. It all goes down at the Arcata Playhouse at 7 p.m., where a $10-$30 sliding scale cover will get you inside.
Friday
Come out to the last Friday Night Market in Arcata — for now — and swing by the Outer Space at 7:30 p.m. for a very special local showcase in the intimate, all-ages, sober joint. We’re talking boogying with The Cowtown Sound, Jellyworks playing some instrumental space-synth, and the debut full-band show of both folk punk act Halfwing and The Dynamites. It’s only a negotiable $5 to get in the door, so there is little at stake for a lot of fun.
Saturday
Because things get quiet in the early part of next week, I’m double-stacking tonight’s fun as a sayonara to September. First up
at the Logger Bar, there’s a Drag Lotería at 8 p.m., featuring hosts Val de Flores and Komboujia and with music by Hispanic! at the Disco. The price for participation is $10. Meanwhile, across the Mad River, Redwood Raks Dance Studio is celebrating its ongoing Latin Music and Dance Festival with some tunes tonight courtesy of DJ Bongo at 8 p.m., and local cumbia all-stars Makenu at 10. La Barca food truck will be outside all night, and $20 lets you dance the night away.
Sunday
It’s the final day of the Camp Rosewater music and camping festival outside of Miranda, where the music will be playing from noon to 8 p.m. Today’s bands include the Magnificent Sanctuary Band, Down ‘N Dirty, an unplugged set by Rosewater and Blackened Sabbath, a funky Black Sabbath tribute act featuring Norwood Fisher from Fishbone. The entire three-day event costs $100, or $90 if tickets are purchased in advance, and you can get a more thorough breakdown of pricing and location at camprosewater.com.
Monday and Tuesday
Go ahead and skip to Wednesday, the dust from the summer lull is still settling on the early end of the week.
Wednesday
TopHouse is a hybrid band of folk rock, roots and bluegrass music that started a decade ago in Missoula, Montana, before setting up its homebase in Nashville in the year before COVID hit. Since then, the group has extended itself into a quartet and toured and recorded in the fashion of an act working to breakthrough to ever-bigger stages. Tonight’s port of call is Humbrews, where New Orleans-based folk and country playing brothers Crowe Boys will be providing opening support. The doors open at 8 p.m., and the tickets will be going for $30, or $5 less if you buy them in advance. l
Collin Yeo (he/him) has not helped immanentize the eschaton or managed to monetize the rot. But he does appreciate the changing leaves.
The Cowtown Sound plays Outer Space at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 26. Photo by Alison Kinney
Calendar Sept. 25 – Oct. 2, 2025
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Celebrate Latin rhythm and culture at the sixth annual Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival, taking place at Redwood Raks and other local venues Sept. 26-28. The festival features more than 20 workshops in salsa, bachata, Cuban styles and more led by internationally recognized, award-winning dance professionals. Each night closes with a high-energy party, complete with DJs and drinks to keep the vibe alive. Drop in for a class ($25) or party ($20), or grab a weekend pass for the full experience at humboldtlatindance.com . Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned salsero, this fest is your chance to experience the joy, energy and soul of Latin dance right here in Humboldt.
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ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. With a live model. Bring your own art supplies. Call to contact Clint. $5. synapsisperformance. com. (707) 362-9392.
BOOKS
Fall Fundraiser. Arcata Library, 500 Seventh St. The Friends of the Arcata Library’s fundraiser to support the librarian’s wish list, which purchases books from a local bookstore. Come to the library, suggest a title and donate. friendsofthearcatalibrary@gmail.com. friendsofthearcatalibrary.org. (707) 840-5308.
MUSIC
The Emo Night Tour. 8 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. Featuring DJs and musicians spinning anthems from bands like My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Panic! at the Disco, Paramore, Taking Back Sunday. $27, free for CPH students (tickets required).
Homage to the Message: The Music of Wayne Shorter. 7-9 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. The Creative Sanctuary continues the series honoring the composers of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, this time honoring Wayne Shorter. Featuring James Zeller, trombone; Tree, tenor saxophone; Gil Cline, trumpet; Matthew Seno, piano; Lee Phillips, bass; and Ramsey Isaacs on drums. $15$30. together@sanctuaryarcata.org. sanctuaryarcata.org/ event-details/homage-to-the-message-wayne-shorter. (707) 822-0898.
EVENTS
Community Presentation: Wood Creek Phase III Restoration Project. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. Learn more about the Wood Creek Phase III Restoration Project site’s history and future with a presentation, a Q&A session with project partners and optional walking tours to see restoration work. Free. info@ncrlt.org. ncrlt.org/events/wdcrkpresentation-aug25/. (707) 822-2242.
Cultural Archive Display Case Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Northern California Indian Development Council, 241 F St., Eureka. Celebrating Northern California
Thunderous footwork, soaring music and that unmistakable Celtic fire take center stage in A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, happening Saturday, Sept. 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts ($42.14-$76.85 all-in pricing).This internationally acclaimed show features a roster of world-champion dancers performing high-energy choreography set to traditional and modern Irish music. If you’ve got a soft spot for fiddles and fast feet, this one’s calling your name. The craic will be mighty. Get tickets at ATasteofIrelandShow.com.
Indian Development Council’s new display case for its cultural archive collection. Remarks from tribal and government leaders, cultural demonstrations and opportunities to engage with the new display. Free.
North Coast Stand Down. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Veterans and their families are invited to join for services, food, clothing and community. Overnight stays are welcome, bring your pets.
Redwood Coast PACE Arcata Grand Opening. 4:30-7 p.m. Redwood Coast PACE Arcata, 3798 Janes Road. Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of our new Redwood Coast PACE center in Arcata. This open house at the new center will include tours, food, libations, and raffle prizes.
Redwood Coast PACE – a program of the Humboldt Senior Resource Center (HSRC) – provides comprehensive medical care and support services that help qualified adults age 55+ live safely and independently in their homes and communities. Staff will be available to answer questions about the PACE model of care and how it supports older adults with complex medical needs. info@humsenior.org. www.humsenior.org. (707) 443-9747.
FOOD
Fieldbrook Farmers Market. 3:30-6:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Country Kitchen, 4636 Fieldbrook Road, McKinleyville. Browse local farmers, crafters and cottage businesses. Live music.
Henderson Center Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. Fresh fruits and vegetables, bread, muffins, tamales, jam, nursery plants, and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets but trained, ADA-certified service animals are welcome. Market Match for CalFresh EBT customers at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation. org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/. (707) 441-9999.
OUTDOORS
Connecting with Place: Mindfulness Walk. 5-7 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka. Walk with us, taking stops along the way to engage all your senses. All ages. Free. info@ncrlt.org. ncrlt.org/events/ connecting-with-place-mindfulness-walk/. (707) 822-2242.
Trinidad’s fourth annual Fisherman’s Feast reels in the community with fresh-off-the-boat seafood, live music and sweet tooth temptations on Saturday, Sept. 27, from noon to 5 p.m. at Trinidad Union School ($25, vegetarian options available, $20 advance). Enjoy a local-catch lunch and live music by Kingfoot and Blue Lotus Jazz in the school parking lot. Then mosey across the street to Town Hall for the Dessert Café from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. , which will be serving up sweets to fund scholarships. Also check out the Artisan Faire at Town Hall from 11 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. , which spills into Trinidad Arts Night, happening from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. (free).
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Fourth and Last Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/ Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. 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.
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.
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Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. Hosted by Joyce Jonté. $10, cash or Venmo.
BOOKS
Fall Fundraiser. Arcata Library, 500 Seventh St. See Sept. 25 listing.
DANCE
Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival. 3:30-11:45 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Award-winning instructors teach 20+ workshops in salsa, Bachata, Cuban dances and more. Four late-night dance parties on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday night with a bar and DJs. Wristbands available presale online or at the door. $20/drop-in parties, $25/drop-in workshops, weekend passes available. latindancehumboldt@gmail. com. humboldtlatindance.com. (707) 816-2809.
MOVIES
Cal Poly Humboldt Student Filmmaker Showcase. 5:30-7 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. An evening of short films made by CPH students during the 2024/2025 school year. Selections include narrative, documentary and experimental projects. (Note: Some content contains strong language and violence that may
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Oysters, albacore and artisan treasures pair perfectly with Fieldbrook’s finest wines (and beer) at the Fieldbrook Art & Wine Festival, Saturday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fieldbrook Winery (free entry). Browse artisan booths, bid in the silent auction and relax in the picturesque surroundings listening to live music in a family friendly atmosphere. Proceeds benefit Fieldbrook Elementary through the Fieldbrook Education Foundation.
not be suitable for children.) Free. dj86@humboldt.edu.
MUSIC
Camp Rosewater 2025. noon-2 a.m. Salmon Creek Mountain View Retreat, 344 Thomas Rd., Miranda. This musical weekend features Rosewater, a Grateful Dead Tribute Band, Money, Magnificent Sanctuary Band, The Velvet Sea, Down n Dirty, with special guest Norwood Fisher (of Fishbone) with Trulio Disgracias presenting “Blackened Sabbath” a funk reinterpretation of Black Sabbath. Craft, food, and beverage vendors on site. Passes include on-site camping and will be available at the box office. Info and tickets at camprosewater.com. This is a benefit for the Salmon Creek Fire Dept. and School. $90/$100 advance/ gate. rosewatertheband@gmail.com. camprosewater. com. (707) 613-0955.
THEATER
The Play That Goes Wrong. 7:30 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. A 1920s whodunit comedy farce set behind the scenes of a university drama production with accident-prone players. $22, $20 senior/student/child. ferndalerep.org.
What the Constitution Means to Me. 8 p.m. 5th and D Street Theater, 300 Fifth St., Eureka. A woman who won a Constitutional debate contest at 15 traces the relationship between four generations of women and the founding document that shaped their lives. Directed by Peggy Metzger. Presented by Redwood Curtain Theatre. Presented by Redwood Curtain Theatre. $20, $18 students/ seniors. ncrt.net.
EVENTS
Drifters of Wigi. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Lorena Dominguez, a Cal Poly Humboldt biology student, and the North Coast Environmental Center present on plankton and the importance of citizen science to protect and monitor plankton in the bay. Free, donations appreciated. natmus@humboldt. edu. natmus.humboldt.edu/events/drifters-wigi-tiny-lifeforms-keep-our-bay-thriving-0. (707) 826-4480.
TCIL Expo. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sequoia Conference Center, 901 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. Learn about the resources and opportunities available to support independent living
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for people with disabilities and those who are aging. Free. sequoiacenter.net.
Treasure Sale Fundraiser. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fortuna Senior Center, 3811 Rohnerville Road. Browse a lifetime of cherished items donated by hundreds of seniors.
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
Arcata Friday Night Market. 5-8 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Join us on the Plaza for the final week of the Arcata Friday Night Market! We will have music by HISPanic! at the Disco and Northern Highbush, there will be food and artisan vendors, and a fully local bar! The Official After Party for this Friday will be at The Local Cider Bar! gloria@arcatachamber.com. www.arcatachamber. com. 7078976004.
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.
MEETINGS
Lost Coast Steamers Mixer. Fourth Friday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge, 139 Second St., Eureka. Monthly mixer for steampunk enthusiasts to gather. Every fourth Friday of the month brought to you by the Lost Coast Steamers Steampunk Consortium. Free. events@historiceaglehouse.com. historiceaglehouse.com. (707) 444-3344.
Tarot Salon with Pop Culture Healing. Fourth Friday of every month, 5:30-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Join Geneva Elise every fourth Friday for a community tarot event for readers of all levels. Snacks in Phatsy Kline’s then head to the Bayview dining room and practice reading. Bring your deck and a journal. Light refreshments provided. $20-$25. events@historiceaglehouse. com. popculturehealing.com/tarotsalon. (707) 444-3344.
ETC
September Skate Nights. 6:30-9 p.m. Eureka Municipal Auditorium, 1120 F St. Fun-filled activity the whole family can enjoy. First-come, first-served; no pre-registration required. Max. 75 skaters. Sept. 26: Adult Night. $6 ages 18 and up, $5 ages 17 and under. eurekaca.gov/248/Roller-Skating. (707) 441-4248.
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BOOKS
Fall Fundraiser. Arcata Library, 500 Seventh St. See Sept. 25 listing.
DANCE
Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival. 9 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. See Sept. 26 listing. A Taste of Ireland. 7:30 p.m. Arkley Center for the
Performing Arts, 412 G St., Eureka. Irish music and dance show featuring a starry roster of international dance champions. Tickets online. $42.14 - $76.85 (all-in pricing). ATasteofIrelandShow.com.
MUSIC
Cal Poly Humboldt Recital Series: Vladislav Kern. 7:30 p.m. Fulkerson Recital Hall, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. Russian-American pianist, composer and poet performs several classical pieces. $20, $5 for children and Cal Poly Humboldt students w/ID.
Camp Rosewater 2025. noon-2 a.m. Salmon Creek Mountain View Retreat, 344 Thomas Rd., Miranda. See Sept. 26 listing.
Fleetwood Macramé. 8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Fleetwood Mac tribute band. arcatatheatre.com.
THEATER
The Play That Goes Wrong. 7:30 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. See Sept. 26 listing. What the Constitution Means to Me. 8 p.m. 5th and D Street Theater, 300 Fifth St., Eureka. See Sept. 26 listing.
EVENTS
Dessert Cafe and Artisan’s Faire at Fisherman’s Feast. 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity St. Desserts from 11 a.m . to 3 p.m. benefits the scholarship fund. Artisan fair from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. benefits the Trinidad Memorial Lighthouse Monument. Part of Trinidad’s Fish Feast and Trinidad Art Night. tcc@trinidadcivicclub.org. (707) 677-3655.
Fall Clothing and Halloween Costume Swap. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. Bring your gently used adult clothing (no socks or undergarments) and all-ages Halloween costumes to swap. Free. jessyca@glccenter.org. glccenter.org. (707) 725-3300. Fall Foraging Bazaar. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Block and Tackle Designs, 12812 Avenue of the Giants, Myers Flat. Forage, feast and find your next favorite piece. Live music, food, games, kids crafts. Free. blockandtackledesigns@gmail.com. facebook.com/events/1707967606492455/. (520) 732-9359. Fieldbrook Art & Wine Festival. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Fieldbrook Winery, 4241 Fieldbrook Road. Wine, local art, live music, barbecued albacore, oysters, beer, cider and more. Benefits Fieldbrook Elementary. Kid and family friendly. No pets. Free. office@fbk8.org. facebook.com/events/s/ fieldbrook-art-wine-festival/4345516095684309/. (707) 839-3201.
Fisherman’s Feast. 12-5 p.m. Trinidad Union School, 300 Trinity Street. Enjoy a meal of fresh local fish and sides along with live music, a skate park, craft fair and refreshing beverages. All proceeds go toward Blessing of the Fleet and the greater Trinidad community. $25 (includes lunch, vegetarian options available), $20 advance. www. onthestage.tickets/show/trinidad-union-school/65e8d0e6a4cb0f059edae307/.
Free Community Skin Cancer Screening Event Sept. 27. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. St. Joseph Hospital, 2700 Dolbeer St., Eureka. Free community skin screening event: Why attend? Get a professional skin evaluation from Providence providers. Learn about the importance of skin health. Gain peace of mind through early detection. Registration Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Call 707 445-8121 ext. 6340 to reserve your spot. Help us spread the word and bring awareness to the importance of skin health. Together, let’s make a difference in community health! This event is sponsored by Providence St. Joseph Eureka’s Cancer Program. Skin cancer is one of the top five cancer diagnoses in Humboldt County. Early detection can save lives. Free community event. Shannon.garcia@providence.org. (707) 445-8121 ext. 6340.
Taste and Stroll: Ferndale’s Historic Village. 1:30 p.m. Ferndale Museum, 515 Shaw Ave. A guided architectural and historical walking and tasting tour of Ferndale with stops for drinks and appetizers. $60 (age 21 and over). ferndalemuseum@gmail.com. ferndalemuseum.com/ tours-coming-events. (707) 786-4466.
Treasure Sale Fundraiser. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fortuna Senior Center, 3811 Rohnerville Road. See Sept. 26 listing. Volunteer Appreciation and BBQ. 12-3 p.m. Sequoia Park, 3414 W St., Eureka. Free food, activities and music from Blue Rhythm Revue. All are welcome. The winner of the $250 Pierson’s gift card will be announced. Free. hatwood@ eurekaca.gov. facebook.com/events/1154348200061691/. (707) 441-4218.
FOR KIDS
World Wide Day of Play Scavenger Hunt. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. The Morris Graves Museum of Art will participate in Our World: Worldwide Day of Play by hosting a MGMA Scavenger Hunt on September 27 focused on play. The MGMA Scavenger Hunt will give families clues that encourage exploration of the MGMA, it’s seven galleries and courtyard sculpture garden, with a focus on engaging children in the visual arts and the exhibitions at the museum. Children and families are invited to participate in this event by picking up a scavenger hunt map at the museum front desk. humboldtarts.org.
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.
Ferndale Farmers Market. 12-4 p.m. Ferndale Family Farms, 150 Dillon Road. Fresh produce, local honey, grassfed meats, pastured poultry, wood-fired pizza, homemade baked goods, artisan coffee, A2/A2 milk, snow cones, you-pick garden, petting zoo and more. Saturdays through October.
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. Pancake Breakfast. Fourth Saturday of every month, 8-10 a.m. Humboldt Grange #501, 5845 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka. Serving scrambled eggs, pancakes or biscuits and gravy, and sausage (patties or links). Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and juice. $10, $7 seniors/youth 5-12. (707) 442-4890.
GARDEN
Fall Native Plant Sale. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. By appointment (available online) on Saturday. Drop-in on Sunday. Updated information and inventory online. Bring a box to take your plants back to your yard. northcoastcnps@gmail. com. northcoastcnpsnursery.org/.
OUTDOORS
Coastal Cleanup of Freshwater Beach. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Redwood National Parks, Humboldt, Humboldt/Del Norte. Celebrate National Public Lands Day. The first 30 participants receive a free day pass to public lands. Meet at the gravel road just south of the Redwood Creek/Freshwater Beach Day Use Area in Orick, where parking is available. Supplies provided. Bring water and snacks, if needed. Dress appropriately. Free. arlette_milstead@partner.nps.gov. forms.office.com/g/nkdsubYpHB. (707) 465-7765. FOAM Marsh Tour. 2 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife
Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Meet leader Paul Johnson at 2 p.m. in the lobby for a 90-minute, rain-or-shine walk that will focus on “the small things along the trails that people often miss.” Free. (707) 826-2359.
National Public Lands Day in the King Range. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. King Range National Conservation Area, 768 Shelter Cove Road, Whitethorn. Meet 9:45 a.m. at Tolkan Campground on King Peak Road. Help maintain Paradise Royale Trail ahead of an October mountain bike race. Finishes with lunch at 1:30 p.m. Volunteers receive a National Public Lands Day T-shirt and public lands pass. Youth stipends of $10/hr available for kids 12-17. Email for info or to register for stipend. Free. justin@lostcoast.org. lostcoast.org/ event/national-public-lands-day-4/.
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.
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.
ETC
Adult Skate Night. Last Saturday of every month, 6:309:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. Ages 18 and
older only. IDs checked at door. Alcohol and drug-free event. $5.50 includes skate rental.
The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. Hands-on repair lessons and general maintanence, used bicycles and parts for sale. Donations of parts and bicycles gladly accepted. arcatabikelibrary@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.
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28 Sunday
ART
Art Talk. 2 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Artists Becky Evans and Bob Benson discuss their current exhibition, “Renewal – Collaborations by Becky Evans and Robert Benson.” humboldtarts.org.
DANCE
Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. See Sept. 26 listing.
MOVIES
Kung Fu Hustle (2004). 5-8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-show 5 p.m. Movie at 6 p.m. A petty crook tries to join a gang but instead discovers his true power as a kung fu master who protects the neighborhood. $8, $12 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/ events/742996635248678/. (707) 613-3030.
MUSIC
Camp Rosewater 2025. 12-8 p.m. Salmon Creek Mountain View Retreat, 344 Thomas Rd., Miranda. See Sept. 26 listing. Scotia Band Concert. 4 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 1428 H St., Eureka. This concert includes several medleys and Haydn Wood’s 1937 work, “Mannin Veen: Dear Isle of Man: A Manx Tone Poem.” For this culminating piece, Scotia Band will be accompanied on the Kegg organ by organist Avery Alexander. Free, donations accepted. 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. Sept. 28: Irie Rockerz (reggae) 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
The Play That Goes Wrong. 2 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. See Sept. 26 listing. What the Constitution Means to Me. 2 p.m. 5th and D Street Theater, 300 Fifth St., Eureka. See Sept. 26 listing.
EVENTS
Essential Advice for Troubled Times. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Join Khentrul Lodrö T’hayé as he teaches on “Advice for finding freedom from suffering through a path of wisdom, compassion, and loving kindness.” Advance registration encouraged. $25-$50 suggested donation, no one turned away. jennifer.baker.rn@gmail.com. katog.org/event/202509-28-eureka/.
National Day of Service. 1-4 p.m. Eureka Woman’s Club, 1531 J St. This event is focused on domestic violence awareness, human trafficking and violence against Indigenous women. Free. eurekawomansclub.org.
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.
Nature Journaling at the Arcata Marsh. Last Sunday of every month, 10 a.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctu-
ary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. No pre-registration required but sessions are limited to the first 10 people. All ages welcome, if they can concentrate quietly for an extended period. Heavy rain cancels. Clipboards and colored pencils provided; bring notebook, journal or other paper and a writing implement. Wear weather-appropriate clothing. info@arcatamarshfriends.org. (707) 826-2359.
29 Monday
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Sept. 26 listing.
FOOD
Harvest Box Deliveries. Multi-farm-style CSA boxes with a variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, all 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.
GARDEN
Pumpkin Patch at Organic Matters Ranch. Organic Matters Ranch, 6821 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. See Sept. 28 listing.
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.
30 Tuesday
BOOKS
Fall Fundraiser. Arcata Library, 500 Seventh St. See Sept. 25 listing.
Story Time. Last Tuesday of every month, noon. Trinidad Library, 380 Janis Court. Stop by Trinidad Library for story time with Kim. A special time just for young children with their caregivers and families.
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.
Old Town Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Town, F Street between First and Third streets, Eureka. Fresh fruits and vegetables, bread, donuts, jam, crafts and more. Enjoy live music. No pets but trained, ADA-certified service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation. org. (707) 441-9999.
Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo 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. (707) 441-9999.
GARDEN
Pumpkin Patch at Organic Matters Ranch. Organic Matters Ranch, 6821 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. See Sept. 28 listing.
MEETINGS
Fortuna Parent Project. 6-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Rd., Fortuna. A 10-week series with topics like improving family relationships, effective discipline to improve school attendance and performance, reduce substance use and negative peer influences, and addressing destructive behavior. Meet other parents in a judgement-free zone and develop a support system. Free. fortunatc@bgcredwoods.org. (707) 617-8160.
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.
ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. Build English language confidence in ongoing online and in-person classes. All levels and first languages welcome. Join anytime. Pre-registration not required. Free. englishexpressempowered. com. (707) 443-5021.
1 Wednesday
LECTURE
“Humboldt’s Hidden Critters: What the Heck Is an Insect?!”. 7 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Kevin Huntley presents, followed by a Q&A session. In-person only. Free. (707) 826-2359.
MOVIES
Sci-Fi Night: Poltergeist (1982). 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. Upon realizing that something truly evil haunts his home, a man calls in a team of parapsychologists to help. $6, $10 w/poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. tickets.vemos.io/-LvvzSYm6udEnGfKIRLa/arcata-theatre-lounge/-OX7xxCKT3wnWY18rP1R/sci-fi-night-poltergeist-1982. (707) 613-3030.
GARDEN
Pumpkin Patch at Organic Matters Ranch. Organic Matters Ranch, 6821 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. See Sept. 28 listing.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Frightfully Fun 2025. Visit Ferndale in October for a whole month of special events, from historic cemetery tours to a Monster Mash Block Party, haunted Scaregrounds, family-friendly Spooktacular, live music and more.
MEETINGS
350 Humboldt Monthly General Meeting. First Wednesday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m. Learn about and engage in climate change activism with a community of like-minded people. Zoom link online. Free. 350Humboldt@gmail.com. world.350.org/humboldt/. (707) 677-3359. Community Cafe Open Co-Working Space. 12-4 p.m. Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 24 Fellowship Way, Bayside. Bring your laptop and your projects. Coffee, wi-fi and access to a black-and-white printer/scanner/ copier provided. Free, donation. office@huuf.org. huuf. org. (707) 822-3793.
Mother’s Support Circle. First Wednesday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon. The Ink People Center for the Arts, 627 Third St., Eureka. Mother’s Village circle for mothers with a meal and childcare. $15 to attend, $10 childcare, sliding scale spots available. (707) 633-3143.
ETC
Grief Support Services in Spanish. First Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. A safe and welcoming space for Spanish-speaking individuals to process loss, connect with others, and receive compassionate support. Este grupo está abierto para todas las personas en la comunidad
que habla español, que estén pasando por la pérdida de un ser querido. glccenter.org.
2 Thursday
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Sept. 25 listing.
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.
BOOKS
Storytellers and Writers Book Club for Tweens and Teens. First Thursday of every month, 4-5 p.m. Trinidad Library, 380 Janis Court. Tweens and teens share ideas on world building and books they’ve read or would like to write. In the Trinidad Room.
SPOKEN WORD
A Reason to Listen October Poetry Show. 7-9 p.m. Septentrio Barrel Room, 935 I St., Arcata. Featured poet Kimi Sugioka, poet laureate of Alameda and author of two books of poems. Copies available for purchase and signing. Sign-ups for open mic at 6:30 pm. Live music by DJ Goldylocks. Live art by Dre Meza. $7. eurekapoetlaureate@ gmail.com. septentriowinery.com.
EVENTS
Redwood Coast Music Festival. City of Eureka, Humboldt County. The annual American roots music festival. Four days with dozens of bands performing blues, roots, New Orleans jazz, swing, zydeco, country, western swing, rockabilly and more at seven venues. Tickets online. rcmfest.org.
Taste of Main Street. 5-8 p.m. Downtown & Old Town Eureka, Eureka. Eureka’s premier culinary event bringing together local restaurants, food producers and the community for an evening of delicious bites. $35.
FOOD
Henderson Center Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. See Sept. 25 listing.
McKinleyville Farmers Market. First Thursday of every month, 3-6 p.m. Eureka Natural Foods, McKinleyville, 2165 Central Ave. Fresh fruits and vegetables, hot cacao and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets but trained, ADA-certified service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation. org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/miranda.html. (707) 441-9999.
GARDEN
Pumpkin Patch at Organic Matters Ranch. Organic Matters Ranch, 6821 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. See Sept. 28 listing. l
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Pays Off
By John J. Bennett screens@northcoastjournal.com
A
BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL
JOURNEY.
Coming so soon after Splitsville and my rapturous reception thereof, this one might seem like something of a non-starter. It is, after all, high romantic fantasy in a decidedly old-fashioned vein. A meet-cute expanded into a could-be/never-was trip down the varyingly painful lanes of memory, it plays a little like one of Max Fischer’s stage-bound fantasias as re-imagined by someone a little more worldly. On the face of it, the whole thing might seem a little precious, a saccharine creation wedged into the sourness of actual adult existence. And while it is, at least to some extent, it also transcends the trappings and potential traps of modern cinematic fabulism with a care and devotion to its emotional realism that is too frequently absent.
Much of that success is down to director Kogonada (Columbus, 2017; After Yang, 2021) who has been quietly building a catalog of emotionally exploratory, formally elegant movies in a style reflective of cinema history largely unexplored by his contemporaries. After Yang was my first exposure to Kogonada’s work, and I was as impressed by its quietly revolutionary evocations of a potential future as by its almost overwhelming humanity and sensitivity. I didn’t realize at the time (no excuse) that he rose to prominence as a film scholar, transitioning from a doctorate in film studies to constructing insightful, beautiful visual essays about the works of some of the 20th century’s canonized grandmasters to making scripted features of his own. More simply put, he’s a lot smarter about the movies than I’ll ever be, and he has studied them maybe as closely as anybody.
As such, his scripted work is infused with a knowledge of its influences that allows potentially simplistic, even clichéd scenarios to be elevated into something greater than their premises.
In After Yang, for example, the death of a future-family’s robot becomes a study in epistemology and identity, where, handled with only a little less deftness and intelligence, it could have fallen apart into failed, maudlin futurism.
Similarly, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, written by Seth Reiss (The Menu, 2022) travels along a hair’s-breadth tightrope of potentially uncomfortable sentimentality stretched between post-modern romantic comedy and classic Hollywood musical. It is indeed big and bold, painted broadly in primary colors and self-reflective jokes about 1990s America, but it is also firmly grounded in the oldschool work of scene study, production design and cinematography.
As the story begins, David (Colin Farrell) is on his way to a wedding. He finds his car ticketed and booted on a city street, but a fortuitous, humble little flyer directs him to the Car Rental Agency, a deeply strange, quasi-magical enterprise operated by a sailor-cursing cashier (Phoebe Waller-Bridge) with a phony German accent and a taciturn mechanic (Kevin Kline) who seem to know more about David than they should.
Despite his misgivings, David rents the 1994 Saturn (the only vehicle on offer) complete with sentient GPS. He makes his way to the wedding, through pouring rain on a brightly sunny day, where he meets Sarah (Margot Robbie). He declines her invitation to dance at the reception, which leads him into a brief but potent shame spiral. On his return trip, his GPS directs him to a travel plaza Burger King, where the two encounter one another again and set off, through a series of magical doors, on an exploration of their individual pasts and conjoined present.
Gradually, as the two uneasily begin to reveal their inner selves, we learn
about some of the most formative events in their lives, and about how they have arrived in this moment, as people who are deeply alone but perhaps unable to acknowledge their loneliness.
A Big Bold Beautiful Journey is as grounded in the transition from theater to film as it is in the explosion of Technicolor, a staunchly self-aware throwback as clearly written by a ’90s kid as it is directed by a scholar. I can’t help but wonder if, in balancing itself between old-school New York-style acting and less old-school adolescent heartbreak and tough-talk, it will find a wide audience, but I hope it can. Because in refusing to bow to the conventions it serves (and was influenced by), it’s creating something new, fusing never-before availa ble technology with established technique to advance the language of contemporary cinema and romantic storytelling.
At another (any other?) time in my life it may well have been too sweet by half, but in my dotage, I find it as charming as it is fascinating, a delicate work of craft that examines the intersection of cynicism and optimism with an unjaundiced eye. And it doesn’t hurt that Farrell and Robbie are and have been two of the most charming screen actors we’ve got; watching them get vulnerable with each other, if we can set aside our jadedness, is really something. R. 108M. BROADWAY. l
John J. Bennett (he/him) is a movie nerd who loves a good car chase.
NOW PLAYING
THE CONJURING: LAST RITES. One last exorcism for the road. R. 135M. BROADWAY.
DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE. The Demon Slayer Corps in an animated action adventure. R. 155 mins. BROADWAY, MINOR.
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE. Keeping up with the Crawleys on the big screen. PG. 123M. BROADWAY, MINOR.
GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE: THE MOVIE. Semi-animated adventure with a girl (Laila Lockhart Kraner) on the hunt for the magical dollhouse an evil cat lady (Kristen Wiig) stole from her. G. 98M. BROADWAY.
HIM. Because CTE and corporate-backed racism aren’t scary enough, here’s a pro-football horror movie with demons and such. R. 96M. BROADWAY. THE LONG WALK. Young men embark on a dystopian death march in a FitBit nightmare from Stephen King. R. 108M. BROADWAY.
ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER. Locally filmed comedy/action/drama with Leonardo DiCaprio in Humboldt drag as an ex-revolutionary single dad searching for his daughter. R. 161M. BROADWAY, MINOR.
THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2. Horror sequel with randos in masks doing random murder but also chasing a survivor. R. 96M. BROADWAY.
For showtimes, call Broadway Cinema (707) 443-3456, Minor Theatre (707) 822-3456.
Everyone left behind after the Rapture looking at all the available housing. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
Nefertiti, the Second Monotheist
By Barry Evans fieldnotes@northcoastjournal.com
Her life-sized bust rates a room of its own in the huge museum, sitting on a plinth within a 20-foot-high glass enclosure. Her discoverer, German Egyptologist Ludwig Borchardt, called her “the epitome of tranquility and harmony.” She was found (actually by an Egyptian workman under Borchardt’s supervision) on Dec. 6, 1912, in the ruins of Armana, 300 miles south of Cairo. She was a queen, wife of Pharaoh Akhenaten, ruler of Egypt in the 14th century B.C.
In the past 100-odd years since being unearthed, Nefertiti’s bust has come to symbolize ancient Egypt — she’s everywhere souvenirs are sold there, and her image can be found in every popular book on the country. For good reason: She’s dropdead gorgeous, from her swan-like neck, high cheekbones, come-hither smile and golden-brown skin. Even her missing left eye speaks of mystery within. Right from when the bust was first publicly exhibited in 1924 at the old Egyptian Museum of Berlin, it “created a sensation, swiftly becoming a world-renowned icon of feminine beauty and one of the most universally recognized artifacts to survive from Ancient Egypt,” according to one historian. Indeed, her name means, “the beautiful one has come.”
What records we have of Nefertiti indicate that she was as powerful as her husband Akhenaten, and after his death in 1362 B.C., she probably ruled in her own right as pharaoh. Tenth ruler of the 18th dynasty (about 1550-1292 B.C.), Akhenaten is a fascinating individual from history, in that he is believed to be the first monotheist in a world in which worship of many gods — polytheism — was the accepted norm. Perhaps in a bid to diminish the power of the bloated priesthood and their numerous gods, Akhenaten promoted the worship of just one deity, Aten, the sun (or sun-disk) god.
As a controversial aside, Aten may have been a model for the later Israelite Yahweh,
Nefertiti’s 3,300-year-old limestone bust, colored with gypsum lacquer, was unearthed in 1912 at Armana, Egypt. It’s now in the North Dome Room of Berlin’s Neues Museum.
Photo by Barry Evans
(aka God). Note, for instance, similarities between Psalm 104 and Akhenaten’s Hymn to Aten, e.g. “How many are your deeds” (Aten) vs. “How manifold are your works” (Yahweh).
To solidify his belief, Akhenaten, previously known as Amenhotep IV, changed his name to mean “Effective for the Aten.” As his wife and perhaps co-ruler, Nefertiti is considered the second monotheist. It was a short-lived triumph for monotheism. Soon after his death, Akhenaten’s statues were destroyed and he was referred to as “that criminal” in archives. In his short life, his successor and Nefertiti’s stepson (or, controversially, son or half-brother) Tutankhamun — “King Tut” — restored polytheism and the priesthood regained power.
The recent history of Nefertiti’s bust is almost as dramatic. It was, um, “appropriated” from Egypt by Borchardt, idolized by Hitler (who refused to return it to Egypt, saying, “I will never relinquish the head of the queen”), hidden in a salt mine during World War II and moved from museum to museum until finding a permanent home in its present location, Berlin’s Neues Museum. Like the Elgin Marbles pilfered from Greece, Nefertiti is a symbol of Egypt’s colonial past, with European authorities refusing to return her to her own country. Nefertiti, meanwhile, appears at ease, serenely untroubled by the controversy swirling around her. l
Barry Evans (he/him, barryevans9@ yahoo.com, planethumboldt.substack. com) has a thing about swan necks.
By Matt Jones
CROSSWORD
ACROSS
1. Can’t refuse
6. Small change?
11. Ride from the airport
14. Colorado skiing town
15. “It was ___ and stormy night”
16. Swatch selection
17. They encapsulate the story
20. Duke U.’s conference
21. Hit song of 1979
22. Perspire
23. Classic Jaguar model
25. Finds loathsome
27. Salt-N-Pepa, originally
28. Potato, on Indian menus
29. Kitchen utensils
often linked in a group of 4-6
36. 800, in Roman numerals
37. Bony beginning
38. Obey Bob Barker, in a way
39. L.A. art gallery home to van Gogh’s “Hospital at SaintRÈmy”
42. Oboist’s need
43. Julep flavoring
44. Burrowing rodent
47. Dustup
49. Chop into little bits
50. Apple variety
51. Wedding music providers, sometimes
54. Baked breakfast item with a pair of main ingredients
58. Snacked on
59. About to blow
60. Stash of treasure
61. Alto instrument
62. Yawning chasm
63. Colts’ fathers
DOWN
1. Nelson Muntz catchphrase
2. “Hey, wait ___!”
3. Old U.S.-Soviet scientific rivalry
4. “Chopped” host Allen
5. Person who “can make the darkness bright,” in a Platters hit
6. The Robot, e.g.
7. It’s the thought that counts
8. Yawning chasm
9. Mess up
10. Place to purchase boots and bindings
11. Stadium sound
12. Atmospheres
13. Of the highest quality
18. Mischievous sort
19. Tango number
24. NYU’s ___ School of the Arts
25. “Ragged Dick” author Horatio
26. “___ Buddies” (Tom Hanks sitcom)
27. Silicon Valley industry, briefly
28. Added to the pot
29. Santa Fe summer hrs.
30. Mercutio’s friend
31. “In Britain, any degree of success ___ with envy and resentment”: Christopher Lee
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL for CEQA Assessment and Coastal Development Permit for the new Del Norte Healthcare Revitalization Project NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Governing Board of the Redwoods Community College District, of the County of Humboldt, State of California, is soliciting proposals from qualified inspection firms to perform CEQA Assessment and Coastal Development Permit for the new Del Norte Healthcare Revitalization Project at the College of the Redwoods Del Norte Campus, proposals are due on October 23rd, 2025 @ 2:00 PM P.S.T. Proposal Documents (RFP) are available at: College of the Redwoods Website: https://www.redwoods. edu/services/bo/purchasing.php Inquiries may be directed to: Leslie Marshall, Director of Facilities and Planning, Email Leslie-Marshall@ redwoods.edu. PROPOSALS ARE DUE: No later than 2:00 PM PST on October 23, 2025. All proposals must be submitted electronically by email to Leslie-Marshall@redwoods.edu, or a thumb drive by mail to: College of the Redwoods, c/o Office of Facilities and Maintenance, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA 95501. Only proposals that are in strict conformance with the instructions included in the Request for Statements of Proposals will be considered.
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 9/25 (25-402)
NOTICE OF WAREHOUSE LIEN SALE
[Civ. Code Sec. 798.56a(e); Comm. Code Secs. 7209, 7210] TO REGISTERED OWNERS GLORIA J. SANDERS AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING AN INTEREST in the following goods:
A 1972 mobilehome, Manufacturer Skyline HM Inc. Tradename Buddy; HCD Decal Number ABF5667, Serial numbers 04750399AN and 04750399BN; HUD Label/Insignia Numbers 172085 and 172086 measuring 56 feet in length and 12 feet in width per section.
SINCE THE DEMAND MADE under Civil Code Section 798.56a(e) and Commercial Code Sections 7209, 7210(2) of the Commercial Code by Coastal Woods Properties, LLC, dba Thunderbird Mobile Estates (“Community Owner”) for payment in full of the storage charges due and unpaid was not satisfied, the above-stated mobilehome, held on account of Gloria J. Sanders, and due notice having been given to all parties known to claim an interest in the mobilehome and the time specified in the notice having expired, notice is hereby given said mobilehome, and all of the fixtures contained in the home, will be advertised for public sale and sold by auction at 10:00 A.M. on OCTOBER 24, 2025 at 1742 THUNDERBIRD DR., MCKINLEYVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95519. The subject mobilehome, and all fixtures contained in the home, will be sold in bulk, “as-is” without warranties of title, fitness for a particular purpose
or any other warranties, express or implied, and will be subject to a credit bid by Community Owner. The sale is subject to change upon proper notice. Please take notice payment at the public sale must be made by certified funds within three (3) days of the warehouse lien sale or at the time the mobilehome is removed from the premises, whichever is sooner. Failure to pay or remove as required will result in failure of the bid in which case the next highest third party bid will be taken subject to these same terms and conditions; if the next highest bidder is Community Owner’s credit bid, then Community Owner’s credit bid will prevail.
Reasonable storage charges at the per diem rate of $11.04 from May 21, 2025 through September 18, 2025, plus utilities and other charges due as of June 2025, including estimated charges of $1,000.00 for publication and service charges (note: this is an estimated administrative charge only; actual charges incurred must be paid to satisfy the demand for payment), all associated with the storage of the mobilehome in the sum of $2,335.84. Additionally, you must pay daily storage in the amount of $11.04 per day accruing on or after September 19, 2025, plus utilities and other charges associated with the storage of the mobilehome due after September 2025, and continuing until the mobilehome is removed from the Community. Please take further notice all third-party bidders must remove the subject mobilehome from the premises within three (3) days after the sale or disposition of the same. THE MOBILEHOME MAY NOT REMAIN IN THUNDERBIRD MOBILE ESTATES AFTER THE SALE OR DISPOSITION. Any purchaser of the mobilehome will take title and possession subject to any liens under California Health & Safety Code §18116.1. All bidders are responsible and liable for any penalties, or other costs, including, but not limited to, defective title or other bond, which may be necessary to obtain title to, or register, the mobilehome.
Dated: October 2, 2025, at San Jose, California THUNDERBIRD MOBILE ESTATES BY:
____________________________
ANDREW J. DITLEVSEN Attorney at Law Lathrop GPM, LLP 70 S. First Street San Jose, CA 95113-2406 (408) 286-9800 (phone)(408) 998-4700 (fax)ajd@lathropgpm.comAttorney and Authorized Agent
9/25, 10/2 (25-405) CITY OF FORTUNA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, October 6, 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 CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2 – ADMINISTRATIVE AND PERSONNEL OF THE CITY OF FORTUNA MUNICIPAL CODE BY RE-
VISING CHAPTER 2.50 – PURCHASE OF SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, AND CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 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.
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Posted: Sent to NCJ September 22, 2025 9/25 (25-406)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00471
The following person is doing Business as Itzy Bitzy Childcare/Lilimade Lemonades/Bella Bows Humboldt
2488 Harbor View Dr Eureka, CA 95503
Jenshen T Perez
2488 Harbor View Dr 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 1/14/2020.
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 Jenshen Perez, Owner
This August 26, 2025 by jc, Deputy Clerk 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/2025 (25-377)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00472
The following person is doing Business as Daydream Humboldt
905 H St Arcata, CA 95521
Daydream BST LLC CA B20250257783
905 H St 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 8/29/2023.
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 Jayna Nix, Manager
This August 26, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/2025 (25-378)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00465
The following person is doing Business as Herbs We Love Humboldt
2743 Pigeon Point Rd Eureka, CA 95503
Adonai L Flores
2743 Pigeon Point Rd 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 7/16/2025. 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 Adonai Flores, Owner This August 22, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/2025 (25-379)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00468
The following person is doing Business as Melissa Ceseña Humboldt 1190 Vista Dr Eureka, CA 95503 PO Box 195 Trinidad, CA 95570
Melissa B Esqueda PO Box 195 Trinidad, CA 95570
The business is conducted by an Individual.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 12/24/2024.
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 Melissa Esqueda, Owner This August 25, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/2025 (25-382)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00481
The following person is doing Business as Teeze You Paper Humboldt 2521 Lindley St Fortuna, CA 95540 Steve D Ambrosini 2521 Lindley 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 Not Applicable.
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 Steve Ambrosini, Owner
This August 28, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/2025 (25-383)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00478
The following person is doing Business as Sage Properties Humboldt
1803 Central Avenue
McKinleyville, CA 95519
Sage L Rios
1803 Central Avenue
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 Not Applicable. 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 Sage Rios, Owner
This August 28, 2025 by sg, Deputy Clerk
9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2/2025 (25-387)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00475
The following person is doing Business as Kitchen and Market at Chautauqua Humboldt
436 Church Street
Garberville, CA 95542
783 Locust Street
Garberville, CA 95542
Chautauqua Natural Foods Inc
CA 3364171
783 Locust Street
Garberville, CA 95542
The business is conducted by a Corporation.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 7/25/2025.
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 Loribeth Jacobs, CFO
This August 27, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2/2025 (25-388)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00475
The following person is doing Business as Kitchen and Market at Chautauqua Humboldt
436 Church Street
Garberville, CA 95542
783 Locust Street
Garberville, CA 95542
Chautauqua Natural Foods Inc CA 3364171
783 Locust Street
Garberville, CA 95542
The business is conducted by a Corporation.
The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above
on 7/25/2025. 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 Loribeth Jacobs, CFO
This August 27, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk
9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2/2025 (25-388)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00484
The following person is doing Business as Sisters Clothing Collective Humboldt
328 2nd St Eureka, CA 95501
Jennifer L Bessette
328 2nd St
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 08/28/2025.
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 Jennifer Bassette, Owner
This August 28, 2025 by SG, Deputy Clerk 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2 (25-390)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00423
The following person is doing Business as Pacific Crest Construction Humboldt
105 Wallan Rd
Garberville, CA 95542
Chris E. Contreras
105 Wallan Rd
Garberville, CA 95542
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.
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 Chris Contreras, Owner
This August 6, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 (25-423)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00501
The following person is doing Business as RôR Strategies Humboldt
2935 M Street Eureka, CA 95501
Rise Over Run Strategies, LLC California B20250275823
2935 M 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 8/28/2025.
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 Kate L. Newby, Founding Partner-Manager
This September 9, 2025 by JC, Deputy Clerk 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 (25-401)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00504
The following person is doing Business as Lana Choyang Humboldt
319 Shirley Blvd Arcata, CA 95521
Allison C Rader
319 Shirley Blvd 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 11/26/2009.
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 Allison Rader, Owner
This September 11, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16 (25-403)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 25-00490
The following person is doing Business as No’os Doula Services Humboldt
1988 Sagewood Way #287 McKinleyville, CA 95519
Angel N Goodman
1988 Sagewood Way #287 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 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 Angel Goodman, Owner
This September 3, 2025 by JR, Deputy Clerk 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16 (25-404)
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Mason Lee Walker
CASE NO. CV2501775
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
825 FIFTH ST. EUREKA, CA. 95501
PETITION OF:
Mason Lee Walker for a decree changing names as follows: Present name Mason Lee Walker to Proposed Name Mason Lee Ghidinelli
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: October 3, 2025
Time:8:30 am, Dept. 4, Room 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: August 21, 2025
Filed: August 21, 2025
/s/ Timothy Canning
Judge of the Superior Court 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/2025 (25-380)
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Osvelia Olea Vargas & Salvador Olea-Gonzalez
CASE NO. CV2501830
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
825 FIFTH ST. EUREKA, CA. 95501
PETITION OF:
Osvelia Olea Vargas & Salvador Olea-Gonzalez for a decree changing names as follows:
Present name
Daniel Olea Olea to Proposed Name
Daniel Olea Olea
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: October 13, 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: August 29, 2025
Filed: August 29, 2025 /s/ Timothy A. Canning Judge of the Superior Court 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2 (25-393)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR CONSTRUCTABILITY AND WATERPROOFING REVIEW FOR THE REDWOODS STUDENTS HOUSING PROJECT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Governing Board of the Redwoods Community College District, of the County of Humboldt, State of California, is soliciting proposals from qualified inspection firms to perform Constructability and Waterproofing Review for the Redwoods Students Housing Project at the College of the Redwoods Eureka Campus, proposals are due on October 21, 2025 @ 2:00 PM P.S.T.
Proposal Documents (RFP) are available at: College of the Redwoods Website: https://www.redwoods. edu/services/bo/purchasing.php Inquiries may be directed to: Leslie Marshall, Director of Facilities and Planning, Email : Leslie-Marshall@ redwoods.edu. PROPOSALS ARE DUE: No later than 2:00 PM PST on October 21, 2025. All proposals must be submitted electronically by email to Leslie-Marshall@redwoods.edu, or a thumb drive by mail to: College of the Redwoods, c/o Office of Facilities and Maintenance, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA 95501. Only proposals that are in strict conformance with the instructions included in the Request for Statements of Proposals will be considered.
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 9/18, 9/25 (25-401)
PUBLIC NOTICE
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF EUREKA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Housing Authority of the City of Eureka has completed a draft of the updated Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP). 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 ACOP draft will be held via Zoom on October 28, 2025 from 9am-10am. The Housing Authority will receive comments regarding the proposed changes starting September 11, 2025 through the close of business on October 27, 2025. To request the draft and obtain the Zoom meeting link, 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 an off day. 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23 (25-395)
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, Chapter 4, pertaining to Local Pref-
erences for admission to the Housing Choice Voucher program. A copy of the draft is available for review at the Housing Authority website www. eurekahumboldtha.org, in office, or via email by request. A public meeting for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft updates will be held via Zoom on November 12, 2025 from 9am-10am. The Housing Authority will receive comments regarding the proposed changes starting September 25, 2025 through the close of business on November 10, 2025. To request the draft update and obtain the Zoom meeting link, 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 an off day. 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30 (25-407)
HOOPA VALLEY TRIBE
HOOPA VALLEY
TRIBAL COUNCIL REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR “TSEWENALDIN INN MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL SERVICES”
The Hoopa Valley Tribe, a sovereign and federally recognized Indian tribe, (“Tribe”) invites responses to this Request for Proposals for “Tsewenaldin Inn Management and Operational Services”. Proposals must be received no later than 5:00 p.m Pacific Time on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at the Hoopa Valley Tribe’s Administration Office and be clearly labeled RFP for Tsewenaldin Inn Management and Operational Services.
A. Introduction: The Hoopa Valley Tribe is seeking proposals from qualified responsive and responsible individuals and/ or firms for all management and operational services for the Tsewenaldin Inn.
The Tsewenaldin Inn is a 21 room motel complex located on the Hoopa Valley Indian Reservation in Northeastern Humboldt County, California and is nestled along the Trinity River, a world-renowned salmon and steelhead fishing stream.
B. Project Description; Scope of Work:
The Tribe invites proposals for general property management services and operational services to include:
• Provide all management and operational services 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
• Must provide constant front desk coverage including guest services, taking reservations, check-in and check-out of guests, and providing guests information about local attractions and services.
• Must provide all housekeeping and groundskeeping services.
• Must provide all accounting services.
• Develop accurate and concise operating and expense budget for the property. (Operating budgets shall include suggested capital improvements and a detailed narrative).
• Maintain accurate records including procedures for reporting monthly financials, inspections, and any other necessary or required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Hoopa Valley Tribal laws and regulations, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Identify and address emergency situations immediately and provide follow-up to the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council and/or applicable staff as soon as possible thereafter.
• Facilitate the execution of agreements, amendments, renewals, and cancellations for the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council’s approval.
• Ensure the property is properly maintained, provide safe, decent and sanitary living conditions, perform necessary repairs, and address any guest concerns related to the physical condition of the property.
• Create affirmative marketing plans.
C. Approach:
Qualified Respondents must demonstrate having prior experience with the management and operation of like properties. Respondents must also demonstrate experience managing like properties with multiple guests at one property. Selected Respondents must enter into an agreement with the Hoopa Valley Tribe, by and through the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council, that will specify compensation and outline services to be provided and recommended.
D. Deliverables: The Tribe is seeking to improve guest retention and achieve repeat business, operational and financial efficiency, transparency and accountability, and overall improvement in the management and operation of the property.
E. Statement of Requirements:
Proposals should describe past work on similar projects, and a recommended approach, schedule and budget to achieve the desired deliverables in relation to the project description.
Proposal Packets shall include the following:
1. Clear description of desired business arrangement with the Tribe
2. Business Formation Information (if applicable)
3. Construction Experience (if any)
4. Examples of any prior Strategic Growth Plans developed and or implemented
6. Any relevant experience in Motel Management/Hospitality Industry
7. Education and/or Certificates
8. Finance skills/experience
9. Three to Five References
10. TERO One Form
11. Request for Indian Preference (if applicable)
The selected Respondent will have a demonstrated background in the management and operation of like properties. Experience with best practices for property management, financial management and reporting, and community relations is highly desired.
E. DEADLINE: THIS IS A TIME SENSITIVE RFP , the deadline for Proposals shall be Tuesday September 30, 2025 by 5PM Pacific Time. Proposals shall be accepted by email, or sealed bid by mail or in person with the envelope clearly marked “Sealed Bid” “Do Not Open,” to the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council Executive Director at the following:
Mailing Address: Juliet Maestas, Executive Director Hoopa Valley Tribe P.O. Box 1348, Hoopa, CA 95546 Physical Address:
Juliet Maestas, Executive Director Hoopa Valley Neighborhood Facilities 11860 State Highway 96, Hoopa, CA 95546
G. Proposal Submission and Evaluation:
1. Proposal Submission:
1.1 Interested individuals and/ or firms (hereinafter referred to as “Respondents”) shall submit their Proposals in response to this Request for Proposals (RFP) by the specified deadline of Tuesday September 30, 2025 by 5PM local time.
1.2 Proposals may be submitted electronically via email to juliet95546@gmail.com or by sealed bid through mail or in person. Sealed bid submissions shall clearly indicate “Sealed Bid” and “Do Not Open” on the envelope.
1.3 All Proposals shall be addressed to: Juliet Maestas Hoopa Valley Tribe P.O. Box 1348, Hoopa, CA 95546
2. Proposal Contents:
2.1 Respondents shall provide a complete Proposal Packet, including the following documents:
2.1.1 Statement describing past work on similar projects, and a recommended approach, schedule and budget to achieve the desired deliverables in relation to the project description.
2.1.2 Clear description of the desired business arrangement with the Tribe.
2.1.3 Business Formation Information, if applicable.
5. Clear description of desired business arrangement with the Tribe
• Ensure maintenance and upkeep of motel including, maintenance, repair, and refurbishment (where necessary) of all facilities, including the 21 motel rooms. Supervise and directly provide or arrange for general contractors, trade sub-contractors, and other vendors to provide routine maintencance and minor repairs of properties, including arrangement of pest services, janitorial services, security services (as needed), building systems (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air conditioning, security cameras, locksmiths, and others as needed), upon the final approval by the Hoopa Valley Tribal Council.
2.1.4 Construction Experience, if any. 2.1.5 Examples of any pri -
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or Strategic Growth Plans developed and/or implemented.
2.1.6 Any relevant experience in Motel Management/ Hospitality Industry.
2.1.7 Education and/or Certificates.
2.1.8 Finance skills/experience.
2.1.9 Three to Five References.
2.1.10 TERO One Form.
2.1.11 Request for Indian Preference, if applicable.
3. General Instruction:
3.1 To receive consideration, proposals shall be made in accordance with the following general instructions:
3.1.1 The completed proposal shall be without alterations or erasures.
3.1.2 No oral or telephonic proposals will be considered.
3.1.3 The submission of a proposal shall be an indication that the proposer has investigated and satisfied him/herself as to the conditions to be encountered, the character, quality and scope of work to be performed, and the requirements of the Hoopa Valley Tribe, including all terms and conditions contained within this RFP.
4. Site Visit:
4.1 Interested individuals and/ or firms may schedule a site visit with the Executive Director of the Hoopa Valley Tribe.
4.2 The deadline to schedule a site visit is Tuesday September 23, 2025 (local time).
4.3 To obtain a Proposal Packet and schedule a site visit, interested parties must contact the Executive Director at the provided contact information.
5 Proposal Evaluation:
5.1 The Hoopa Valley Tribe reserves the right to review and evaluate all Proposals in order to determine which Proposal best meets the needs for the required services outlined in this RFP.
5.2 The evaluation process shall be conducted in a fair and impartial manner, considering factors such as the Respondent’s qualifications, experience, references, and ability to meet the requirements stated in the RFP.
5.3 The Tribe may, at its sole discretion, reject any or all Proposals received and is not obligated to select the lowest-priced Proposal.
as these shall be enforced throughout the procurement process.
6. No Reimbursement of Expenses:
6.1 The Tribe assumes no responsibility for payment of any expenses incurred by any Respondent as part of the RFP process. Respondents shall bear all costs associated with the preparation and submission of their Proposals.
7. Reservation of Rights:
7.1 The Hoopa Valley Tribe reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.
7.2 The Hoopa Valley Tribe reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposal process.
7.2 The Tribe also reserves the right to modify or cancel this RFP at any time, in whole or in part, for any reason.
7.3 The Tribe assumes no liability for any expenses or damages incurred by respondents in relation to this RFP.
7.4 Respondents that are not in compliance with Hoopa Valley Tribe Procurement Policy, Federal Executive Order 11246 (Equal Employment Opportunity), Section 7(b) of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (2 USC 450e(b)), and Hoopa Tribal Title 13 Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO), shall not be considered.
7.5 Proposals shall be reviewed and evaluated by the Tribe in order to determine which Proposal best meets the needs for this RFP’s required services. For more information, please feel free to contact the Executive Director of the Hoopa Valley Tribe at the contact information provided above.
8. Contact Information:
8.1 For any inquiries or to obtain a Proposal Packet and schedule a site visit, Respondents may contact the Executive Director of the Hoopa Valley Tribe at the email indicated above.
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NOTICE ONLINE AUCTION
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 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.
E69 Savannah Brenard
F24 Jessica Gurney
E77 Tyler Hunter
B126 Raymond Solis
B29 Jake Jacobs
D61 Anton Zlatanov
Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of a settlement between owner and obligated party. Please refer to www.StorageAuctions.com for all other terms and conditions governing the bidding and auction process.
Dated this 15th day of September, 2025 9/18, 9/25 (25-400)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien on said property pursuant to sections 21700-21716 of the Business and Professions Code, section 2328 of the UCC section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 27th day of September, 2025 at 10am on the premises where the said property has been stored and which is located at Sutter Central Storage, 1649 Sutter Road, McKinleyville, CA county of Humboldt the following:
#151 Manager’s unit
#467 Robin Asis
#485 Shawna Brink
#564 Joseph Chisholm
#612 Nannette Saltel
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#417 Jessica Doremus
#805 July Seipp
#846 Joe Vecchetti
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#474 Eric Byrd
Purchases must be paid for at the time of sale in cash only. Anyone interested in attending the auction must sign in prior to 10:00 am on the day of the auction, no exceptions. All purchase items sold as-is, where is, and must be removed 48 hours after the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between the owner and the obligated party. Dated this 18th day of September and 25th day of September, 2025 09/18, 09/25 (25-398)
SUMMONS (FAMILY LAW)CASE NUMBER: FL2500473
NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: Chad Victor Knuth
You have been sued. Read the information below.
mediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courts.ca.gov/ selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website or by contacting your local county bar association.
NOTICE-RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2:
These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.
FEE 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 are:
Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt 825 5th Street Eureka, CA 95501
The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are:
Laurence S. Ross, OWENS & Ross 1118 Sixth Street Erueka, CA 95501 (707) 441-1185
Date: July 3, 2025 clerk, by Carlos Meara Hattan, Deputy STANDARD FAMILY LAW RESTRAINING ORDERS
Starting immediately, you and your spouse or domestic partner are restrained from:
• Removing the minor children of the parties from the state or applying for a new or replacement passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court;
• Cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile, and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor children;
• Transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasi-community, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and
penditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining orders are effective. However, you may use community property, quasi-community property, or your own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.
NOTICE-ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE
HEALTH INSURANCE: Do you or someone in your household need affordable health insurance? If so, you should apply for Covered California. Covered California can help reduce the cost you pay towards high quality affordable health care. For more information, visit www. coveredca.com. Or call Covered California at 1-800-300-1506.
WARNING-IMPORTAN INFORMA-
TION California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage or domestic partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property. If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divided, the language in the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e., joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be controlling, and not the community property presumption. You should consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property.
9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/2025 (25-389)
SUMMONS - EVICTION (CITATION JUDICIAL)
CASE NUMBER: CV2501481
NOTICE TO Defendant: Markeith Perry (AKA Redd); Does 1 to 10 You are being sued by Plaintiff: Bryce McCurdy
NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 10 days. You have 10 DAYS, not counting Saturdays and Sundays and other judicial holidays, after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. If this summons was served through the Secretary of State’s Safe at Home address confidentiality program, you have 15 days from the date of service, not counting Saturdays and Sundays and other judicial holidays, to respond.
right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpca.org), the SelfHelp Guide to the California Courts (https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov) or by contacting your local court or county bar association.
FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.
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: Bryce McCurdy 2712 T St. Eureka, CA 95501 (707) 845-3361
Date: July 17, 2025
Clerk, by Meara Hattan, Angel R. 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25 (25-381)
RESORT IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 NOTICE OF ADOPTION
Notice is hereby given that on September 18, 2025, the Resort Improvement District No. 1 Board of Directors adopted the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 76 AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING AN ADDITIONAL SPECIAL UTILITIES IMPROVEMENT AND OPERATIONS TAX
This Ordinance, subject to voter approval in the June 2nd, 2026 statewide primary election, increases the special tax levied for the making of capital improvements to the utility systems and operating the utility systems by imposing an additional $60 to the $80 special tax for a total of $140 per annum per taxable parcel. SECOND READING PERFORMED AND ADOPTED on the 18th day of September, 2025 by the following vote:
AYES: Soluri, Hildreth, Bonnheim, Sanders
NOES: None
ABSENT: Beauchene
ABSTAIN: None
5.4 The Tribe reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposal process.
5.5 Respondents shall be responsible for familiarizing themselves with the Hoopa Valley Tribe Procurement Policy, Federal Executive Order 11246 (Equal Employment Opportunity), Section 7(b) of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (2 USC 450e(b)), and Hoopa Tribal Title 13 Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO),
Property will be sold via an online auction at www.StorageAuctions. com. Auction bidding will begin at 10:00 AM on October 3rd, 2025 and will close at or after 1:00 PM on October 7th, 2025 at which time the auction will be completed and the high bidder will be determined. The property will be available for pick up where said property has been stored and which is located at Airport Road Storage, LLC. 500/1000 Airport Road Fortuna, CA 95540 County of Humboldt, State of California. (707)725-1234 B154 Manager Unit
PETITIONER’S NAME IS: Chelsie Bishop
You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 or FL-123) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. 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 marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer im-
• Creating a nonprobate transfer or modifying a nonprobate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court. Before revocation of a nonprobate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party.
You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary ex-
A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the Self-Help Guide to California Courts (https://selfhelp.courts. ca.gov), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you do not file your response on time you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney
Copies of the full Ordinance are available for public inspection and review in the District Offices at 9126 Shelter Cove Rd, Whitethorn, California.
Submitted by Christopher Christianson—General Manager
Resort Improvement District No. 1 9/25 (25-408)
K’ima:w Medical Center, an entity of the Hoopa Valley Tribe, is seeking applicants for the following positions:
GRANTS TECHNICIAN, FISCAL DEPARTMENT, REGULAR – F/T, Salary: DOE
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT MANAGER – FT/Regular ($30.60 – $35.49 DOE)
SENIOR RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
– FT/Regular ($35.59 - $48.60 DOE)
PHYSICIAN – FT/Regular ($ 290K-$330 K)
MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN – FT/Regular (DOE licensure and experience) LMFT, LCSW, Psychologist, or Psychiatrist
DENTIST – FT/Regular ($ 190 K-$240 K)
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.
Area 1 - Agency on Aging is HIRING
Executive Assistant/ Social Media Coordinator
Area 1 Agency on Aging seeks part to full-time (25–35 hrs/wk) assistant to the Executive Director. Support Board of Directors, contracts, reports, and social media while helping serve older adults in Humboldt and Del Norte counties. Pay $22–$25/hr.
Apply at www.a1aa.org/aboutus/jobs Open until filled.
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The Hoopa Valley Tribe is accepting applications to fill the following vacant positions
Title: Financial Institute Director Department: Hoopa Development Fund
Classification: Regular, Full-time Salary: $70,000-$95,000/ Annually, DOE Deadline: September 30,2025
To be considered for a HVT position, applicants must submit the following:
A completed HVT Employment Application (a resume is optional, but alone does not meet this requirement).
Official or unofficial transcripts from an accredited college or university verifying required education. Tribal verification must be attached if requesting Indian Preference.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. For detailed job descriptions, minimum qualifications, and employment applications, please reach out to the Human Resources/Insurance Department, Hoopa Valley Tribe, P.O. Box 218, Hoopa, CA 95546. You can also call (530) 625-9200 ext. 23.
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– F OUNDER OF C LENDENEN C IDER W ORKS
Ernest Clifton Clendenen, father of Andrew, grandfather of Clif, and greatgrandfather of Drew, was born in Eureka, CA in 1867 shortly after his parents, Andrew and Emeline, arrived from New Brunswick, Canada. It was a long and arduous journey that took them around the stormy Cape Horn. E.C. Clendenen used to say, “I came around the Horn, and I was born in Eureka.”
Ernest, and his wife, May, bought the land that is the orchard today, in 1908 from E.F. Johnston of Oregon. Among the varieties of apple trees on the property dating back to 1869 were Minkler, Smith’s Cider and Stark – that are still producing apples today. “We use all three in the cider at different times,” Clif said. “The old varieties are blended with other varieties for great flavor.”
When E. C. bought the producing apple orchard, he first packed and shipped apples in wooden boxes that were sold on the San Francisco wholesale market. In 1909 this was an overnight horse-and-cart trip to the docks in Eureka from Fortuna! From the Eureka docks the apple boxes were loaded onto a steamship for the voyage to San Francisco. Word was sent back from San Francisco that one of his shipments had spoiled, and that he wouldn’t be paid for his apples. Wanting to see for himself, E.C. boarded the next steamship, and upon his arrival in S.F., found his apples in perfect condition in the unscrupulous dealer’s warehouse. The old dairy barn across the street from the orchard soon had a small cider press, and the Clendenen’s started pressing and selling fresh apple cider.
After struggling with a manual basket-type press for a few years, Ernest purchased the Mount Gilead No. 4-C Hydraulic Cider and Fruit Press in 1916, a room-sized machine that was shipped from Mt. Gilead, Ohio. Powered by an electric motor, it was capable of producing 100 gallons per hour, allowing uninterrupted pressing while the next batch was prepared.
Cider Fact
During Prohibition, the cider press ran nearly every day during the apple season. Apples from numerous local orchards were harvested and brought to Clendenen Cider Works for processing to supply the demand for a fermentable juice.
Andrew Clendenen
Less than a year after E. C. and May purchased the land, in January of 1909, May gave birth to their son Andrew in the house that is still being used by the family today.
Andy Clendenen rejoined his father in the family business in 1948, after delivering fuel for Shell Oil Company, and serving in the South Pacific during WW II. In 1960 he moved the business across the street and into a new 1,800 square foot building. It was constructed by the Fortuna firm of T & H Construction and cost $3,829, not including plumbing, electrical or painting. The quality of construction and choice of materials has allowed the building to withstand several major earthquakes over the past forty years.
Clif and Drew Clendenen
Like his father, Andy, Clif took to the business at a young age. Today, Clif and his son Drew are picking apples, pressing, which happens roughly every five days, and welcoming visitors to sample a drink that varies in taste as different varieties become ripe. Clif and Drew blend varieties and each pressing has its own unique taste and texture.
Andy Clendenen pressing apples with the Mount Gilead Cider and Fruit Press.
Young Clif Clendenen with father Andy after harvesting apples.
