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t’s been more than half a year since a devastating Jan. 2 fire engulfed an entire block in downtown Arcata. The fire took more than the corner of 10th and H Street; it took homes and businesses the Arcata community cherished. Dandar’s Boardgames and Books and Northtown Books weren’t the only locations turned to ash. Hensel’s Ace shops, Vanilla Sky Co., Global Village Gallery, Tenth Street Studios and a number of upstairs apartments were also destroyed. Not surprisingly, the community responded in the weeks that followed the blaze with countless fundraisers, including assistance from the nonprofit Pay It Forward Humboldt. Support from the Humboldt community has been abundant for the small family-owned business. Immediately after the fire, GoFundMe and Give a Hand campaigns were set up to keep the business afloat. “So after the fire, businesses came to us
immediately and said, ‘What can we do?’” Dandar’s co-owner Doranna Benker-Gilkey recalled. “We’re like, ‘All right, we want to keep doing game nights.’” She said she is grateful to Septentrio Winery and the Outer Space for opening their doors to the gaming community. “Septentrio Winery let us have Saturdays, and they have a nice little indoor area,” she said. While it has taken time, Dandar’s has shown a resilient recovery after temporarily opening at the Jacoby Storehouse before finally settling in a new home at 737 G St., the former location of the Hatchet House. The space has been split to allow both Dandar’s and Northtown Books to make new starts side by side once again. When Benker-Gilkey sent out a request for help with moving to their new location on June 23, she said the community more than responded. “We put out a call and word got out, and then 10 o’clock Tuesday morning … so many
people showed up to help,” she said. “They loaded up hand trucks, people brought expandable wagons and just walked it over … it was done in like less than an hour. It was done so fast.” Staff and patrons celebrated its grand opening on June 24 with a Star Wars Unlimited game that night. “The next day, we were able to open as normal for business, and it looked weird, and it still looks a little weird. But we’re getting there,” Benker-Gilkey said in a recent interview. Dandar’s originally opened in 2019 on Giuntoli Lane before moving to H Street in May of 2025 to grow the business. “Our people found us. The gamers found us, the science fiction fantasy people found us,” Benker-Gilkey said. Once settled, Dandar’s found comfort and stability on H Street on the Arcata Plaza. “We had really big plans,” she said. “Yeah, we were going to be happy there.” Then, the fire happened. While the transition to G Street has been difficult, Benker-Gilkey has big plans for the new location. She hopes to host community game nights, organize a monthly “tea and tarot” event and start a science fiction and fantasy book club. As they settle into their new space, Benker-Gilkey said she is happy to have the store back and rebuild what was lost. People are finding them again, she said. “Yeah, we’re quickly getting back to where we were before.” It’s a change of direction for longtime business owner Dante DiGenova of Northtown Books, which will reopen adjacent to Dandar’s on G Street. “It’s just a one-way street going the other way,” DiGenova said. Originally hoping to reopen in August, DiGenova noted that reopening in the fall seems more realistic. “Ideally, sometime in August. But for how long this ordering process is going, it might not be till September,” he explained. Although they had been neighbors for less than a year on H Street, the two business owners grew even closer after experiencing the traumatic fire. DiGenova explained that both businesses initially hoped to share a neighborhood again. “We were looking around together, thinking we can find a big space that we can divide up … this just happened to be available,” DiGenova added. Benker-Gilkey and DiGenova had looked into the building they now occupy previously but did not pursue the offer. Later, when the building was bought by Adamas Continued on next page » northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL 5
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Commercial General Contracting, both businesses were invited to share the space. “It was just very fortunate because we were getting a little discouraged at that point … trying to find anything that would really fit,” DiGenova said, adding that finding space downtown was a challenge. “We were just fortunate to find this place.” The two business owners had to put their partnership into practice from the start by designing a wall split down the middle of the shared space, with the new layout presenting another major adjustment for DiGenova. “It’s a little bit narrower, but it’s much deeper,” he said. “We’re trying to figure out the logistics of how the configuration is going to go.” Before the fire, Northtown Books, established in 1965, was located at its former site for decades. The sense of familiarity that the H Street location embodied may never be replaced, but for DiGenova, the best approach is to remember and move forward. “We were so, you know, comfortable and ensconced in our old place,” he said. “When it’s sort
of ripped away from you, you … have to adapt.” DiGenova likes the proximity to Café Brio, hoping to attract similar foot traffic to and from the plaza on G Street. “There’s a lot of things about this place that are pretty great,” DiGenova said. “We also have decent natural light from the large windows up front.” While DiGenova didn’t find an exact replacement for the beloved rocking horse lost in the fire, he stumbled upon a child’s rocking chair that had been gifted to the bookstore. “This way [the previous owner] can visit this old rocking chair that’s been in her family for many years and can come visit it as a piece of Northtown Books.” Grateful for the abundance of community assistance, DiGenova reflected on the generosity that made their reopening possible. “It’s been very touching, very heartwarming to us to know how much people care about the store.” Demolition and removal efforts back at the former sites of the two businesses are expected to be done by the end of the
The interior of the new Dandar’s Boardgames and Books location.
week, or roughly half the timeline originally estimated, according to an update from the city on Tuesday. “During debris removal, the contractors identified some of the tenants’ personal property and returned to the owners what was salvageable,” the updates states. “They
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Oysters, Wildlife and the Reindustrialization of Humboldt Bay By Ken Bates views@northcoastjournal.com
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n Aug. 14, the Humboldt County Fair hosts Shell-ebration, celebrating all things related to oysters in Humboldt Bay. And there is much to salute. Our region produces most of the oysters consumed in California and a very high percentage of the shellfish seed — some 470 million baby shellfish in 2024 — grown out on the West Coast and beyond. These oysters, and the companies and families who rely on them for their livelihoods, deserve this recognition. There should be a serious parallel debate about whether California should reindustrialize Humboldt Bay or instead direct massive heavy industrial development to already-industrialized Los Angeles Harbor. What we are talking about here is the proposed Samoa Heavy Lift Terminal Project and all of its long-term ramifications. Before colonization, there was a string of major coastal marine estuaries in California that served as home and nursery to seabirds, fish, crabs, clams, oysters — everything that made California’s coastal waters rich with life. These estuaries had many names, more recently known as San Diego Bay, San Pedro Bay, San Francisco Bay, Tomales Bay and Humboldt (Wigi) Bay. I grew up near San Pedro Bay, also known as Los Angeles Harbor. My grandfather and great-uncle were high-seas tuna fishermen. My father ran a marine electronics business in the harbor. During the summers, from elementary school through the end of middle school, I got to go to work with my dad — in shipyards, in Fish Harbor, in yacht marinas and at massive industrial sites throughout L.A. Harbor. In high school, I was employed as a deckhand on working harbor watercraft. I spent most of my young life in and around the water and lived with L.A. Harbor pollution every day, including bay water coated with floating oil and industrial grime, bay water with strange colors and bad odors, pier pilings without even barnacles growing on them and air pollution that made our lungs hurt by late afternoon. After high school, I ran a boat owned
county in California. Only Los Angeles ranked worse. It has taken the people of Humboldt County 58 years to put our estuary back on the path toward becoming an ecosystem and nursery capable of once again enriching our coastal waters — and our lives. It’s heartening that the water now is clean enough and disease-free so that we can grow all of those shellfish. California’s other major estuaries are already wrecked. Let’s take a moment to
consider the future of the natural systems we seem hell-bent on destroying and keep industrialization on the scale of the Samoa Heavy Lift Terminal where it truly belongs — in industrialized L.A. Harbor. We can then keep progressing toward a clean Humboldt Bay, a rare place that supports flora, fauna, human enjoyment and human livelihoods. l Ken Bates fishes commercially out of Eureka.
by an environmental consulting firm. My job was collecting polluted water samples from pipes, drains, outfalls and stormwater runoff infrastructure in L.A. Harbor’s Main Channel, Cerritos Channel, Dominguez Channel and the mouth of the Los Angeles River. The polluted water samples were taken back to the laboratory, infused with oxygen for a couple of days, and then diluted with “clean” saltwater so fish could be added and the rate of fish mortality recorded — a process known as a bioassay. Needless to say, few of the fish survived the test. The massive, long-term pollution of Los Angeles Harbor, San Diego Bay and San Francisco Bay did not happen in a single catastrophic event. It accumulated gradually, one small increment at a time. Imagine a house with five long-haired dogs living indoors for 10 years. They don’t shed all at once; they leave a few hairs behind every day. At first, it hardly seems noticeable. But over time, those hairs work their way into every surface, crack and crevice in the house. Pollution accumulates in much the same way. What begins as small, seemingly insignificant releases eventually builds into pervasive, long-lasting contamination. Humboldt Bay will not be destroyed by a single massive pollution event but by a series of small, daily, seemingly insignificant ones: A workboat spills five gallons of hydraulic oil. Grinding dust laden with heavy metals blows into the bay. In the middle of the night, an offshore wind support vessel blows its stack, coating the bay’s surface with carbon from burning bunker C fuel. Yearly “maintenance” dredging that quietly destroys billions of Dungeness crab larvae or a foreign-flagged vessel that pumps out a small amount of ballast water that happens to contain an invasive species capable of wiping out Humboldt Bay’s shellfish, its shellfish mariculture industry and the 100plus jobs that go with it. People may not know just how polluted Humboldt had been. In 1968, when I came to the area, I was repeatedly told that Humboldt County — especially the Humboldt Bay area — was the second most polluted northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL 7
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‘The Next Wave’ Humboldt’s Civil Grand Jury looks back and ahead on tsunami preparedness, warning systems By Kimberly Wear kim@northcoastjournal.com
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hen a powerful earthquake off the North Coast generates a life-threatening tsunami, time will be of the essence for those in its path. In the most serious scenarios, including the “big one,” a magnitude 9.0 megathrust event on the Cascadian Subduction Zone, waves could reach the shore in minutes, before any official alert would even be sent. And that’s if emergency systems are still working. But Mother Nature has her own way of sounding the alarm — prolonged ground shaking that signals surges might be incoming and it’s time to move to higher ground, often just walking distance from most atrisk locations. The key, local experts have long repeated, is knowing the local tsunami zones, places you’ll need to get away from — and to where — before a disaster strikes. When every moment might count, pausing to try to Google it out could take up the precious window of time to seek safety. Just as important is knowing when to stay put to avoid impeding emergency responses by clogging up traffic with unnecessary evacuations that might instead place you in harm’s way. If reactions to the magnitude 7.0 earthquake in December of 2024 and ensuing tsunami warning are any indication of how well Humboldt County residents know what to do, there’s still some work ahead. Ditto for the confusion following alerts prompted by last summer’s magnitude 8.8 earthquake in Russia, which also could have been tamped down if more people had a solid understanding of the local hazard areas. In a recently released report titled “The Next Wave in Tsunami Warnings in Humboldt,” the 2025-2026 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury covers those points and offers some recommendations on “avenues that can be pursued that will reduce risks, save lives, educate the public and increase
awareness of tsunami hazards in Humboldt County.” “The biggest problem in Humboldt County is that many people are unaware of whether they are in a tsunami hazard zone The tsunami warning siren at Big Lagoon County Park in 2022. File at the time of an earthquake and potential tsunami, and they don’t have a plan regarding what to do,” the report states. as guide out-of-towners and locals alike setting on the region’s one-time stalwarts “In times of high stress, signs and directions to safety, the report points to how other of sounding the alarm for years. Most have need to be clear about where to go or what at-risk communities have employed “blue been rendered mute after two decades of to do to be safe. There are some relatively line” pavement signage, noting the street standing watch in Humboldt’s notoriously inexpensive and simple things that can be markings have proven to be “effective and harsh marine environment. done to improve our tsueconomical in drawing Meant to alert people who are outside nami preparedness and our public awareness to where in a long-distance event, the last time the “Sirens were a responses during a tsunami safety lies in the event of sirens rang out in warning was following emergency.” mainstay for decades, a tsunami, providing quick, the March of 2011 earthquake in Japan. While the grand jury instantly understandable (Read more about Humboldt’s sirens in the providing audible focused much of its attenemergency directions and Journal’s March 10, 2022, story, “Icons of alerts in the event tion on the Eureka area, reducing risks.” Preparedness.”) citing “limited time and the And, as mentioned Citing a number of reasons, from the of a tsunami. greatest risk being where above, the grand jury reclimited range of about 1 mile under ideal They are, however, tourists and populations ommends the city update conditions and the estimated $60,000 to are concentrated within the extremely expensive. visitor and kiosk maps $160,000 replacement price tag for each zone,” the report also ento include “color-coded one to the advancements in technology Newer technologies courages other Humboldt tsunami hazard and safe that provide faster and more detailed inforcommunities to consider provide a cost-effective zones,” calling the current mation, the report says, “The bottom line some of the recommendaabsence of the information is that sirens are cost prohibitive and are way to reach more tions, including clearly dea “missed opportunity.” unlikely to ever be installed here again.” people, while at the lineating tsunami and safety The report also leans “Sirens were a mainstay for decades, prozones on maps targeting viding audible alerts in the event of a tsunasame time giving them into the larger picture on visitors. the warning front. mi. They are, however, extremely expensive. more information Noting that local In the realm of tsunami Newer technologies provide a cost-effectsunami experts have than a siren alone threats, as the grand jury tive way to reach more people, while at the long advocated for better noted experts they spoke same time giving them more information could convey. ” preparation and outreach with emphasized, there are than a siren alone could convey. “ efforts, the report praised two distinct types: nearWith that said, the grand jury recom— Humboldt County the city’s recent sponsorsource events with, again, mends the county’s Office of Emergency Civil Grand Jury report ship of a tsunami preparedprolonged shaking being Services (OES) “further publicize that Hum“The Next Wave in Tsunami ness workshop to help local the warning and waves boldt County’s outdated siren system will Warnings in Humboldt” businesses create emergenpotentially minutes away, not be replaced or expanded” by Tsunami cy plans and a collaborative and distance source, with Week in March of 2027. effort by the Ink People, hours of lead time and a variety of ways to “Historically, many residents of HumEureka Main Street, the Wiyot Tribe and get the word out. The Kamchatka quake is boldt County have relied on sirens to warn the Eureka Cultural Arts District Leadership an example of the latter. them of an approaching tsunami,” the reCouncil to create a tsunami art mural projWhile tsunami sirens carry a certain port states. “But now, such reliance leads to ect in the Old Town area. cachet for many people, the reality is a perilous assumption which can endanger To further increase awareness, as well their use is limited and the sun has been residents.”
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Turning to the technology side, the where to go. I always suggest practicing it — grand jury recommends the county’s try walking out of the zone. You’ll see how OES “assess its current local wireless alert easy and short it is for the vast majority of system for geolocation functionality” to places in our area.” send out more targeted information in Also, for those with children, now is the case of a tsunami. That, the report states, time to talk with their school about the could help alleviate panicked responses, onsite plan and how you will reconnect like what occurred after national Tsunami when the danger is over, Aylward says, notWarning Center alerts, with the ominous ing campuses are “really safe places during “You are in danger” message, went out folthese natural disasters.” lowing the local magnitude “You don’t want to go 7.0 and the Russian quake, driving through the tsunami “So no matter what, leaving some people well zone to get to your child out of the hazard zone when the tsunami wave out of all this, you’ve unsure how to react. is coming in; that’s a very really got to do some Lori Dengler, emeritus bad outcome,” he says. “So, professor of geology at Cal knowing all of this ahead of research ahead Poly Humboldt, explained very important.” of time to understand timeIn isaddition another complicating to looking the tsunami threat factor in her Not Your up the maps online, people Fault column, cited in the can also visit the RCTWG around here so that grand jury report. Maps booth at the Humboldt you’re not trying displayed on the center’s County Fair this week website showed weather or drop by the weather to figure that out hazard maps rather than service office at Woodley in the moment Humboldt’s official tsunami Island anytime to get more zones in the latter case, information, Aylward adds. because, for a local resulting in some confuOne of the things he one, you’re definitely sion about who needed to says he’s often asked about going to waste too evacuate. is what the yellow zones The grand jury recomon the maps mean and the much time trying mends the county OES answer is simple: “That is to figure that out and start using geolocation, if the worst-case scenario, a available, by March of 2027. 9.0 earthquake on Cascadia, you’re not moving.” Or, if it’s not, to “compare where the tsunami wave the current system to other could reach.” — Ryan Aylward, National systems which provide It also takes into account Weather Service warning geolocation capability and the quake hitting during coordination meteorologist. evaluate available funding high tide and the ground and submit a report” to the subsiding across the coast, sheriff by New Year’s Eve. then adds 3 to 6 feet of vertical height onto The two recent events showcased the the zone for extra layer of protection. differences in the two types of earth“It’s very conservative, is how we would quake-driven threats facing the North Coast describe it,” says Aylward, who was part and highlighted the importance of not only of the team that designed the new maps studying the local tsunami maps ahead of released in 2021. “We are trying to keep time but trusting where the lines are drawn. people safe and so they know if they are in That starts with visiting the Redwood the green, they are outside of the zone.” Coast Tsunami Working Group website (at As the Journal reported at the time, rctwg.humboldt.edu/tsunami-hazard-maps) the Dec. 5, 2024, quake on the Mendocino to get a lay of the land. That means not Fault was the first run of a tsunami warning just examining where you live but where being issued directly to cell phones through you work, where the kids go to school or the Wireless Emergency Alert system, daycare and the places you go on a regular likely adding to some of the uncertainty of basis, says Ryan Aylward, warning coordiwhether to stay or go. nation meteorologist with the National “It goes back to personally understandWeather Service. ing your own risk for where you are. If you “Look up all those things and then see, don’t understand that, you are going to get ‘Where would I have to go in that scenario, an alert and it’s like, ‘What does that mean if a big earthquake happened when I was at for me,’” Aylward says. “So no matter what, that location,” he says. out of all this, you’ve really got to do some “Then, in the moment, you’re not having research ahead of time to understand the to look that up. Because one, the internet tsunami threat around here so that you’re might not be working. And it’s just once you not trying to figure that out in the moment know, you feel better about it. You know Continued on next page »
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minutes of shaking. Meanwhile, Aylward continues, analysis at the Tsunami Warning Center takes about four to five minutes before they send an alert. By then, for those in the zone, the clock will already have been well into ticking. “You’ve got to get moving once it is safe to move,” he says. “And then after that, you are hopefully going to get follow-up information, if systems are working, about where the threat is and what the threat is and how long you are going to be staying out of the zone. For a local one like that, it could be 24 hours before you could ever go back in the zone. If it’s really the big one, it could be a very long time.” Distance source tsunamis are when warning systems really have their day because there’s time before the wave arrives to get out and update information in an assortment of ways beyond the alerts, including media broadcasts and first responders closing off roads and driving through to warn vulnerable residents. Still, the same general rules about knowing your zone apply. In the Russian quake, for example, the event was expected to be below the warning level for Humboldt Bay and local beach areas, with the greater concerns for Del Norte County, which the NWS and county OES communicated at the time. Then later analysis by the Tsunami Warning Center indicated Trinidad might see larger waves and a warning was sent out to phones across the county even though threat levels in most areas didn’t change. “You’re going to have more time to do an investigation [in a distance event], but you need to do that ahead of time so you don’t get too worried and too freaked out in the moment and then do something that puts yourself in danger more than where you are at that exact moment because the vast majority of people are actually safe and out
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“Not on purpose” came up at times as an answer to questions like, “Do you brew sour beers?” and, “Have you ever made the same beer twice?” I was pouring an Old Ale, a strong oldtimey brew that put me through an absolute wringer for most of this year. I began that brew day months ago with some older liquid malt extracts; these tend to oxidize and darken with age. While generally not a good thing, an Old Ale is expected to be dark and tolerates some oxidation, so it was a good use of this liquid malt. At the end of the day, the original gravity — the amount of sugars in the unfermented brew — came up high. That’s fine, more alcohol per ounce for everyone. But the fermentation stuck, meaning the yeast crapped out before their job was done. This never happens to me; in 13 years of brewing, I’ve had one other stuck fermentation. I added enzymes to break the sugars into more fermentable bits. I deployed three additional yeasts, including a champagne yeast that should turn crude oil into water. No luck. I even tried a method from before Louis Pasteur let us know what yeast was and walked the brew around. In those days, they would roll the barrels around the yard. I held the carboy to my voluminous gut like it was a baby goat and circled the living room. I left my hydrometer, an instrument that looks kind of like a thermometer and measures the gravity of the liquid, in the fermentation vessel. Cemented at a reading of 1.040 for weeks, just too sweet, the hydrometer looked like a single middle finger, bobbing in the dark brew, mocking me. Over months, at a glacial paste, the readings eventually dropped. When it hit 1.029, high for the style but acceptable to me, I declared victory. By then, it had crafted itself
into a wonderfully complex, sherry-like sipper with notes of dried fruit, oak and maple. Bottle conditioned, there is just a hint of carbonation, a tickle on the palate. I named it Lazar’s Old Ale, after Stephen Lazar, a friend, past president of the Historical Society and a guy who once told me that beer should have the carbonation of Old Faithful (I’m paraphrasing). Most brewers value feedback and criticism. One guy, potentially a Lazar plant, said my ale was solid but needed more carbonation. A club member said it was rather good for a new Old Ale but will be better with age. Both fair points. I’ll put it up for a while, let it continue to mellow and carbonate, and bring it to another event down the road. My beer was nowhere close to the most popular. That’s often the case for me. But there were several people who told me it was their favorite and that also happens a lot. I once received a dual marriage proposal from a mother/daughter pair based solely on one of my — on purpose, I swear — sour beers. So no, Lazar’s Old Ale did not conquer the lovely Beer Fest 2026. It merely survived months of sabotage by physics, lazy yeast and my own limitations, then found its people anyway. l Michael Kraft (he/him) consults parttime. In his free time, he is involved in the community in various ways, occasionally ferments something, and writes about Humboldt’s nonprofits and businesses and its beer/wine/cider scene. You may reach him at michael@kraftconsultants.com. Connect with the Humboldt Homebrewers via their Facebook page: facebook.com/ groups/humboldthomebrewers.
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he Mad River Old Crows (aka the Old Crows), a Blue Lake men’s group/social club “with no hierarchy, agenda or rules,” emerged on the scene 13 years ago to enjoy each other’s company and to donate their skills, money and energy to community projects. In recognition of their many contributions, the Blue Lake Chamber of Commerce named them the grand marshals of this year’s Annie and Mary Day Parade held last Sunday, Aug. 9. This was only the second time in 58 years of the Annie and Mary Day Parade that an organization was given this honor. Around 20 members of the Old Crows showed up in matching shirts, with a banner and a large crow puppet flapping its wings to lead the parade at 11 a.m., following the usual grange breakfast. With Sgt. Pepper (Leslie Quinn, of Arcata) leading the murder of Old Crows, the parade included a contingent of Blue Lake’s Ladies of the Lake social club, six well-
dressed Annies and Marys, the Ravens Against the Machine Kinetic Grand Championship team, a contingent from Dell’Arte including Keeping the tradition of Annie and Mary showing up for their parade going, Kim Durham (from left), Tami Trump, Janine Volkmar, three very big pupTara Mar, Stayce Curry and Larella Moore arrived wearing vintage clothes provided by Volkmar before the start of the parade. pets, a boat from the Blue Lake Yacht Club, a logging truck with a load of redwood, kids Jeff Smoller were next with original tunes, bench at Crow Park, refurbishing the bocce on bikes and more. But not a single horse in blues, rock and folk music; Firesign followed ball courts, construction of the horseshoe the parade this year. with multiple part harmonies and diverse pits next to the horse arena, construction As usual, Railroad Avenue featured the accompaniment; and returning after a long and installation of the pergola at the town Bill Nessler Car Show and at noon, craft, hiatus since their last performance, UKEspesquare and various work projects at Prasch educational and food vendors opened in rience performed a self-described blend of Hall and Perigot Park. Perigot Park. The beer booth was a fundraisisland vibes, country blues and ukuleles. See more photos from the celebration at er for the Redwood Coast Mountain Bike When members of the Old Crows are northcoastjournal.com. l Association. not enjoying social time, according to The Humboldt Folklife Society organized member Marvin Samuels, of Blue Lake, their Mark Larson (he/him) is a retired Cal Poly the afternoon music that also started at volunteer projects have included restoHumboldt journalism professor and active noon in Perigot Park. Ceol sa Cheo (“music ration of the historic Mad River Grange freelance photographer who likes to walk. in the fog”) began with traditional Irish building, creating the yin/yang concrete dance music; Sari Baker, Mike Craghead and The Annie and Mary Day Parade was led by Sgt. Pepper (Leslie Quinn, of Arcata) in front of the contingent of Mad River Old Crows, who were honored as grand marshals this year for their many contributions of skill, money and energy to community projects.
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veryone gets the blues, they just come in different tones and intensities, and like every color and feeling, appear different in the summer. I am no different in this respect and have recently discovered the need to work on new habits and skills to change the wavelengths a bit. One such trick is writing myself little notes. In the interest of filling out this intro and having some fun, I’ll share some with you. The regular caveat applies: Keep scrolling/skimming if you aren’t interested. “Listening to Tom Petty while depressed is like getting electroshock therapy from an ice cream cone wired to a car battery.” This one is neither a condemnation nor endorsement of the late songwriter’s impressive collection of tracks, but something that hit me while scrolling the radio last month. And while I don’t eat ice cream in general, I also try to avoid zapping myself with either direct or alternating current if I can help it. “Nothing is older than something from three months ago, nothing is fresher than a memory from the prehistory of a different life.” That kind of speaks for itself, and I believe came from finding an old book from childhood. “Life is a bright trek in the middle of oblivion. Love is an oasis throughout that journey, a mirage that convinces us we can experience eternity in our brief lives and carry something from that brief life with us into eternity.” And maybe we can. There’s an old Danish saying that “Your last suit doesn’t have any pockets,” which is likely true. But it’s still a suit, which is more than we had nude and screaming at the start of things. What are some of the things you tell yourself? I’m a big fan of the famous line from “The Second Coming” by Yeats: “The best lack all conviction, while the worst are full of passionate intensity.” It helps me get through the full body gag reflex I experience when I walk into a place with cable news blaring on the screens, or some of the
quotes and press releases inflicted on us by some of our local cops, bureaucrats and politicians. Have a hell of week!
Thursday Tonight’s a good time to enjoy some local jazz at the Basement courtesy of RLAD. Whether performing as a quartet, supporting a visiting soloist or even playing on their own separate gigs, the lads in RLAD have got the juice. For a good time, roll through around 7:30 p.m. with at least $5 in your pockets.
Friday Happy Accident is a mondo-trash-o experimental theatrical extravaganza created by visual artist and brilliant puppeteer Liz HOWLS and visual designer and musician Servant Baby. Expect the unexpected at this puppet show for the transmundane. Along for the ride is local sound creatures Complex Crown and a vibe-setting emcee job by Alex Hilsee of Mystical AV Club. The fun starts at 9 p.m.at the Miniplex, and tickets are only $15.
Saturday Human slave Jason Vance lives a harrowing life on the road in the service of his two musical cybernetic overlords, GTRBOT666 and DRMBOT0110. All three make up the fantastic act Captured! by Robots, and performance portmanteau of the Ter-
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Sunday King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard is an annoying band name to say or write out, but the group has done something which I find impressive by wrestling the massive festival fanbase away from the sclerotic jam bands who have dominated the touring live music scene for basically my entire life. This Australian microtonal collective also makes a lot of records and songs, many of them quite new and good. If you’d like to have a gander for yourself without paying a ton of money or being trapped in the pungent purgatory of the festival experience, the Shanty is showing a free live stream of the band’s set from Field of Vision Fest tonight at 7 p.m.
Monday “Shhh/Peaceful” is not only the opening to In a Silent Way by Miles Davis — one of
my favorite records in the universe — but also a good invocation for the tenor of this summer’s night.
Tuesday Back over to the Siren’s Song Tavern tonight — assuming that the evil metal creatures from Captured! by Robots didn’t destroy the joint — for another evening of loud music. Tonight’s fare includes Denver’s emo metal and insect-core quintet Pseudocrush along with local punks Cheshire High and a solo set by Maggie Alvord of Amateur Cadaver. All-ages, 8 p.m. ($5-$10, sliding scale).
Wednesday Local musical gigsmith, hired gun and occasional bandleader Surya Sardonicus has been in the game as long as I’ve been back in town, and I have often admired his steady and varied contributions to the scene. You can catch him tonight at 5:30 p.m. at the Wave Lounge at Blue Lake Casino for a free set of blues and folk numbers. l Collin Yeo (he/him) has heard that every singer is drawn to the Sirens, but only the best ones tend to drown from singing back while chasing the sound.
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Come hungry, and maybe stretch first. The Yurok Tribe’s 62nd annual Klamath Salmon Festival celebrates “The Return of the Salmon” on Saturday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Klamath. Ney-puy, fresh salmon cooked in the traditional way, is the heart of the feast ($15/plate, Yurok elders eat free). From there, the celebration spreads into the Ney-puy Fun Run/5K, a parade, live music by Blue Rhythm Revue, Indian Card Game, Stick Game and basketball, softball and disc golf tournaments. More than 170 vendors add plenty to browse between bites, beats and ballgames. Now that’s a full plate. Welcome home, Ney-puy.
The Buddy Brown Blues Festival plugs in at its new home, Dell’Arte Amphitheatre, on Saturday, Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with The Blue 2, Anna & the Situation, Buddy Reed and th’ Rip it Ups, Big 8, The Uptown Kings and The Mojovators ($15 General, $12 HFS Members, $5 Kids ). Barbecue by Sammy’s, drinks and ticket sales support the Humboldt Folklife Society’s Folk School Program. Meanwhile, Reggae on the River sets up camp at County Line Ranch, Aug. 14–16 with all the biggies: Burning Spear, The Movement, Kabaka Pyramid, Don Carlos and more. Glamping, river floating, DJ stages, vendors, arts and community round out this fundraiser for the Mateel Community Center (prices vary, see reggaeontheriver.com).
Thursday 13 ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. With a live model. Bring your own art supplies. Call to contact Clint. $5. synapsisperformance.com. (707) 362-9392.
DANCE
Line Dancing with Kim O’Quinn. 12-1 p.m. McKinleyville Senior Center, 1620 Pickett Road. Join Kim and the crew for an hour of fun and exercise. Donation. (707) 839-0191.
MUSIC
Music in the Park. 6-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Live music, lawn games, food vendors, local artisans, the beer booth and more. Aug. 13: Irie Rockerz Free. mckinleyvillechamber@gmail.com. mckinleyvillechamber.com/member-services/music-inthe-park. (707) 839-2449. Summer Concert Series. 6-8 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Open-air music with live bands and dancing each week on Eureka’s waterfront. Aug. 13: Roses & Guns (Gun & Roses tribute band). Free.
EVENTS
Humboldt County Fair. 12-10 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Five days of rides, fun, food, exhibits, entertainment and more. Featuring performances by Sea Lion Splash, the K9 King Flying Dog Show, Violin on Fire and live bands. Grandstands events include the Outlaw Rodeo, Live at the Humboldt County Fair concerts, a Shell-ebration seafood festival and a Siren’s Tavern dance party. $15. officemanager@humboldtcountyfair.org. humboldtcountyfair.org/2026-fair.
FOOD
Henderson Center Farmers Markets. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, baked goods, eggs, plants and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers can receive market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/hendersoncenter.html. (707) 441-9999.
MEETINGS
Toastmasters International Public Speaking Club. Second Thursday of every month, 12-1 p.m. Adorni Recreation Center, 1011 Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Build confidence and sharpen your public speaking skills with Lunch Bunch Toastmasters Club. Meetings feature prepared speeches, impromptu speaking, and friendly, constructive feedback in a supportive setting. Visit as a guest on the second or fourth Thursday of each month. Holidays excluded. Free. toastmasters@humboldt.io. ci.eureka.ca.gov/depts/recreation/adorni_center.asp.
SPORTS
College of the Redwoods Dinner and Auction. 5-9:30 p.m. College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Student athletes host dinner and live and Dutch auctions with more than 150 items and 35 exclusive packages including products and services. Benefiting CR’s Intercollegiate Athletics Department. $100 single/$190 per couple. jennifer-johnston@redwoods.edu. redwoods. edu/about/foundation/auction.php. (707) 476-4191. Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. Monthly league nights are open to all ages and skill levels. Registration opens at 5 p.m. Games at 6 p.m. Different format each week. Bags are available to borrow. Drinks available at the Canteen. Outside food OK. $15. mike@buffaloboards.com.
Friday 14 ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. Hosted by Joyce Jonté. $10, cash or Venmo. redwoodart.net.
LECTURE
“Saloons, Stores & Schools”. 7 p.m. Freshwater Grange, 48 Grange Road. Local history presentation with historian Jerry Rohde. Featuring the work of photographer and drone videographer Erin Scofield. Free. Walking Tours. 5-7 p.m. Da Gou Rou Louwi’ Cultural Center, 417 Second St., Eureka. Guided tours during
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Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity presents the Humboldt Obon Festival this Sunday, Aug. 16, from 3 to 7 p.m. in Arcata’s Creamery District (free). Based on the Japanese Buddhist tradition of honoring one’s ancestors, the family-friendly gathering includes a blessing, an altar and Ancestor Tree, shakuhachi flute, Humboldt Taiko drumming, live music, food and art vendors and children’s activities. Festivalgoers are invited to wear kimono, yukata or other Japanese-style clothing and join Sensei Craig Kurumada and the Humboldt Ondo Band for bon odori folk dancing. Friday Night Market exploring Wiyot history and the significance of Tuluwat Island. The 30- to 45-minute tours begin at the center at 5 and 7 p.m., led by William “Sonny” Frank IV, offering insight into local history and cultural restoration. Advance registration encouraged. Twelve participants per tour. Free. jfontenot@wiyot.us. facebook.com/events/1011978825019382. (707) 798-1949.
MUSIC
LOBBY: The Official Unofficial Friday Night Market After Party. 8 p.m. Eureka Theater, 612 F St. Weekly afterparty with live bands and DJs. Doors at 7:30 p.m. theeurekatheater.org.
THEATER
The Sound of Music. 7-9 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. HLOC presents the musical about a governess who falls in love with the von Trapp children and their widowed father in 1939 Austria. $15-$25.00 (+fee). info@hloc.org. hloc.org. (707) 499-3787.
EVENTS
Free Bike Valet at Eureka Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:15 p.m. Dick Taylor Chocolate Factory, 333 First Street, Eureka. Check in your bike with the Coalition for Responsible Transportation Priorities (CRTP) to have it watched. Free. crtpbikevalet@gmail.com. transportationpriorities.org. (707) 273-1081. Eureka Friday Night Market. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Historic Old Town Eureka, First, Second and Third Streets, between B Street and M Street. Bustling night market with three stages of performers, a bar stocked with local wine, beer, cider and cocktails, artisan vendors, street food vendors, food trucks and good vibes. Free admission. humboldtmade.com/eureka-friday-night-market. Humboldt County Fair. 12-10 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 13 listing. Humboldt County Fair Shell-ebration. 2-9 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Family friendly event celebrating all things Humboldt Bay and the Pacific Coast. Showcasing seafood restaurants, live tanks, craft vendors, ocean and nature educational booths and barbecued and raw oysters from Humboldt Bay and beyond.
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Calling all aliens. Literally. The 30th Year BridgeFest Celebration touches down Saturday, Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bridgeville Elementary School (free). Any sentient being with the lungs for it may enter the new Alien Calling Contest, while the famous pied piper of planet Ambri-3, Vector Circle, commands the Flying Saucer Toss off the Old Bridge. Earthlings can also enjoy the alien costume contest and parade, live music, craft vendors, kids’ activities, fire department barbecue, homemade blueberry pies, root beer floats and a raffle. Come in peace. Leave with pie. More details at bridgevillecommunitycenter.org/bridgefest.html Reggae on the River 2026. County Line Ranch, 240 Cooks Valley Road, Piercy. A weekend of live music, camping and riverside vibes featuring Burning Spear, The Movement, Kabaka Pyramid, Don Carlos and more. varies, see website. www.reggaeontheriver.com. Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. Featuring world class musicians and prestigious local performers over two weekends, as well as a visual art gallery of local artworks, all for sale by the artists. This year features strings, woodwinds, pianos, marimbas and a live lecture concert. tbamfest.com.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. Drop off your 3.5-12 year old for interactive exhibits, science experiments, crafts and games, exploring the planetarium, playing in the water table or jumping into the soft blocks. $17-$20. info@discovery-museum.org. discovery-museum.org/ classesprograms.html. (707) 443-9694. Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in the children’s room. For children 2 to 6 years old with their caregivers. Other family members are welcome to join in the fun. Free. manthony@co.humboldt.ca.us. humlib. org. (707) 269-1910.
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Farmers Market, Garberville Town Square. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, crafts and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers can receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/ garberville.html. (707) 441-9999.
MEETINGS
Language Exchange Meetup. Second Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Speak your native language. Teach someone a language. Learn a language. brightandgreenhumboldt@gmail.com. (925) 214-8099.
Parkinson Support Group. Second Friday of every month, 3-4 p.m. Immanuel Lutheran Church Eureka, 3230 Harrison Ave. A gathering where individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers can find insights and connect with others facing similar challenges. Free. humboldtparkinsons.com. (707) 298-9972.
OUTDOORS
McKinleyville Botanical Garden Volunteer Workday. Second Friday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Hiller Park, 795 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Help maintain a small community-driven botanical garden which features pollinator- and bird-friendly plants. No experience needed. Rain cancels. Go west on Hiller Road to parking lot for Hammond Trail/soccer/dog park. Garden is adjacent to children’s playground. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. midnight Eel River Access, At the end of N Pacific Ave, Rio Dell. With $5,000 in cash and prizes. Community fishing effort supports native fish conservation research along the North Coast; open to all anglers through Aug. 31. Details, rules and a guide to catching pikeminnow in the Eel River online. tribresearch@gmail.com. tribresearch.org/pikeminnow/.
ETC
Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. Roll over to the Fireman’s Pavilion in Rohner Park. Public Skate sessions may close early if there is no one in attendance. $5.50 ages 6 and older, $3.50 ages 5 and younger, bring skates for a $0.50 off (rules online), $2 non-skater minor. friendlyfortuna.com/departments/parks_recreation.
Saturday 15 SPOKEN WORD
Headwaters Nature Writing Workshop. 2-4 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. Poet and writer Jerry Martien, with poet and restorationist Katy Gurin, hosts the 12th annual workshop. While walking 1/2 mile to Headwaters Education Center, stop to read and talk about forest defenders — from tree sitters to rangers to red belly newts — then write and read your words in defense of forest. Free. jerrymartien@gmail.com. (707) 407-6466.
THEATER
The Sound of Music. 7-9 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See Aug. 14 listing.
EVENTS
30th Year BridgeFest Celebration. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Bridgeville Elementary School, 38717 Kneeland Road. Bridgeville’s annual alien-themed festival featuring flying saucer trials, an alien costume contest and parade, kids’ activities, live music, vendors, a fire department barbecue, blueberry pies, raffle and more. Free. bridgevillecommunitycenter@gmail.com. bridgevillecommunitycenter.org. (707) 777-1775. Bikes by the Bay. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Halvorsen Park, Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Motorcycle show, bike games, live music by Sounds of Skynyrd, vendors (motorcycle gear, handcrafted goods, food). $20, free for kids uner 12. Buddy Brown Blues Festival. Dell’Arte Amphitheatre, 131 H St., Blue Lake. Annual fundraiser for Humboldt Folklife Society Folk School Program featuring blues music from live bands all day, barbecue and drinks. New location this year: the Dell’Arte Ampitheatre. humboldtfolklife.org. GLC Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Road., Fortuna. Enjoy drinks, food, cornhole, seating and soccer. Free entry. Layla@glccenter. org. glccenter.org. Humboldt County Fair. 12-10 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 13 listing. Moose on the Loose Car Show. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Moose Lodge, 4328 Campton Road, Eureka. Car show at the
Moose Lodge. Reggae on the River 2026. County Line Ranch, 240 Cooks Valley Road, Piercy. See Aug. 14 listing. Sequoia Park Ivy League. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sequoia Park Glatt St. Fountain, Glatt & T St., Eureka. Help eradicate invasive ivy from the redwood forest. Drop in anytime. Meet at the Glatt St. Fountain at Glatt and T streets. All supplies and training provided. Family-friendly, minors must be accompanied and managed by their guardian. Free. hatwood@eurekaca.gov. EmpowerEureka.com. (707) 441-4218. Summer Nights at the Farmstand. 5-7 p.m. Sea Goat Farmstand & Folk School, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets for live local music, artisan and market booths. Family friendly. Free. seagoatmakerspace@gmail.com. seagoatfarmstand.org. (707) 497-9212. Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. See Aug. 14 listing. Yurok Tribe’s Klamath Salmon Festival. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Yurok Tribe Headquarters, 190 Klamath Blvd., Klamath. The 62nd annual family-oriented event on the Yurok Reservation celebrating salmon and the river with live music, cultural demonstrations, local vendors, kids’ activities and more. www.yuroktribe.org/salmon-festival.
FOOD
Arcata Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Year round, offering fresh produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers and more. Live music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org. (707) 441-9999. Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. Half Dollar Holler bake sale to help to support Dell’Arte International. A dozen kinds of scratch baked bread and cookies. Located at the Center of the Universe behind Dell’Arte International, First and H St. in Blue Lake. Humboldt Dockside Saturday Seafood Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Fresh local fish and seafood every Saturday through Oct. 31 at Madaket Plaza. EBT accepted. On-site fillet services available. No market on July 4.
OUTDOORS
FOAM Marsh Tour. 2 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Meet leader Barbara Reisman at 2 p.m. in the lobby of the Interpretive Center on South G Street for a 90-minute, rain-or-shine walk that will focus on plants. Free. (707) 826-2359. Forest Restoration at Rohner Park. Third Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Fortuna Firemen’s Pavilion, 9 Park St. Remove invasive English ivy and French broom. Tools and gloves available but you are encouraged to bring your own. High winds or heavy rain cancels. Light snack provided. Free. unde1942@gmail.com. (707) 601-6753. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. midnight Eel River Access, At the end of N Pacific Ave, Rio Dell. See Aug. 14 listing. Volunteer Trail Stewards Workday. Third Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Eureka Waterfront Trail North, Tydd St. to Adorni Center. Meet at the corner of First and X streets every third Saturday for trash cleanup, invasive plant removal and basic trail maintenance, such as cutting back grass and shrubs to keep the trail clear. vtscoordinator@humtrails.org. (707) 601-7809.
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. Continued on next page » northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL 19
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ETC
The Bike Library. 12-4 p.m. The Bike Library, 1286 L St., Arcata. Hands-on repair lessons and general maintanence, used bicycles and parts for sale. Donations of parts and bicycles gladly accepted. arcatabikelibrary@riseup.net. Local Artists and Makers at Los Bagels. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Los Bagels, Arcata, 1061 I St. Enjoy a rotating lineup of local artists and vendors outside the shop on summer Saturdays. losbagels.com. Public Skate. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 14 listing. Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. Enjoy a cold beverage in the canteen with comrades. Play pool or darts. If you’re a veteran, this place is for you. Free. PearceHansen999@outlook.com. (707) 443-5331.
Sunday 16 DANCE
Redwood Tango. Third Sunday of every month, 3-6 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Learn and dance with other tango enthusiasts. Every third Sunday in the ballroom. All ages. $10. eventlead. eaglehouse@gmail.com. historiceaglehouse.com/livemusic-events. (707) 407-0634.
MUSIC
Summer Concerts in the Garden. 1-3 p.m. Humboldt Botanical Garden, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, College of the Redwoods campus, north entrance, Eureka. Live local music on the lawn, plus vendors and food. Beer and wine available for purchase. Picnics welcome. Service dogs permitted. This week: Papa Haole and the Fleas Regular garden entry fee, $5 HBG members, under 18 free. hbgf.org. Sweet Harmony. 4-5:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Joyful Healer, 1944 Central Ave., McKinleyville. Women singing four-part harmony a capella. Now welcoming new members with all levels of experience. umc-joyfulhealer.org. (707) 845-1959. Wine and Jazz. Third Sunday of every month, 3-5 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Monthly performance series highlighting Humboldt County performers. Featuring Francis Vanek and RLA. Regular admission. humboldtarts.org.
THEATER
The Sound of Music. 2-4 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See Aug. 14 listing.
EVENTS
Humboldt County Fair. 12-10 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 13 listing. Humboldt Obon Festival. 3-7 p.m. Creamery District, 1251 Ninth St., Arcata. Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity (HAPI) presents a Japanese Buddhist honoring of one’s ancestors with a blessing, stories and Obon traditions, an altar, Asian and Pacific Islander food vendors, children’s activities, music, bon dancing and more. Reggae on the River 2026. County Line Ranch, 240 Cooks Valley Road, Piercy. See Aug. 14 listing. Trinidad Artisans Market. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saunders Plaza, 353 Main St., Trinidad. Next to Murphy’s Market. Featuring local art and crafts, live music and barbecue. Free admission. Trinidad Bay Art & Music Festival. Trinidad, Downtown. See Aug. 14 listing.
FOR KIDS
Mini Masters Program. Third Sunday of every month,
noon. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Families participate together in this art-making workshop linked to the Storytime book. Projects that inspire literacy, creativity and community geared toward children 2-5 years, but all children are welcome. All kids receive a free book. This month’s book is Be A Maker by Katey Howes. humboldtarts.org.
FOOD
Bread and Cookie Stand. 10:05 a.m.-3 p.m. Dell’Arte, 131 H St., Blue Lake. See Aug. 15 listing. Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Hot food for everyone. Mostly vegan and organic and always delicious. Free.
GARDEN
Volunteer Workday. 10 a.m.-noon. Trinidad Museum, 400 Janis Court. Help maintain the native plant garden located behind the museum and library. Serious rain cancels.
OUTDOORS
Dune Restoration Volunteer Days. Third Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Ma-le’l Dunes North, Young Lane, Arcata. Help restore the biodiversity of the coastal dunes. No experience necessary. Snacks and tools provided. Meet at the parking lot a few minutes before 10 a.m. dante@friendsofthedunes.org. friendsofthedunes. org/dert-days. (707) 444-1397. Eureka Waterfront Guided Birding Trip. Third Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Eureka Waterfront, Foot of Del Norte Street. Wth leader Ralph Bucher. This relatively urban trail offers the potential to observe species abundance and diversity. Email to sign up. Free. thebook@ reninet.com. rras.org. Pikeminnow Fishing Derby. midnight Eel River Access, At the end of N Pacific Ave, Rio Dell. See Aug. 14 listing.
ETC
Public Skate. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Aug. 14 listing.
Monday 17 ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Aug. 14 listing.
MUSIC
Ukulele Fight Club of Humboldt. Third Monday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Bring a ukulele and join the fun. All levels welcome. $3 drop-in fee. ukulelisarae@gmail. com. ukulelefightclubofhumboldt.com.
FOOD
Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. Enjoy a family-friendly dinner (menu changes monthly), then test your luck with bingo. All ages. $10 dinner, $10 for 10 bingo cards. vanduzengrange@gmail. com. instagram.com/vanduzengrange. (707) 296-4161. Harvest Box Deliveries. Multi-farm-style CSA boxes with a variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, all GMO-free and grown locally. Monday: serving Blue Lake, Arcata, McKinleyville and Trinidad. Tuesday: serving Eureka and Fortuna. $30/box, $15 for EBT customers. harvesthub@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. humboldtharvestbox.org. Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. Fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and more. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/miranda.html. (707) 441-9999.
MEETINGS
Shut Up & Write. 7-9 p.m. Dead Reckoning Tavern, 815 J St., Arcata. Join fellow writers each week to show up, sit down and get words on the page. No critiques. No sharing.
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No pressure. Just focused writing time alongside others doing the same. RSVP online. Free. d.i.y.art@inkpeople. org. shutupwrite.com/series/id2uK2PJwf00. (707) 969-7490.
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.
Tuesday 18 DANCE
Baywater Blues Fusion. 7-9 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Learn how to dance to a variety of music. Every Tuesday in the ballroom. All ages welcome. $5-$15. eventlead.eaglehouse@gmail.com. historiceaglehouse.com/live-music-events. (707) 407-0634.
FOOD
Fortuna Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Fortuna Farmers Market, 10th and Main streets. Offering fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts and more. Enjoy music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers can receive a market match at every farmers market. info@ northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/fortuna.html. (707) 441-9999. Harvest Box Deliveries. See Aug. 17 listing. Old Town Certified Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Town, F Street between First and Third streets, Eureka. Fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, jam, crafts and more, plus live music. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers are able to receive a market match at every farmers market. Free. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org. (707) 441-9999. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Shelter Cove Farmers Market, Gyppo Ale Mill Parking Lot, 1 661 Upper Pacific Drive, Whitethorn. Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, flowers and more. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified, service animals welcome. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/ sheltercove.html. (707) 441-9999.
MEETINGS
Humboldt Cribbage Club Tournament. 6:15-9 p.m. Moose Lodge, 4328 Campton Road, Eureka. Weekly six-game cribbage tournament for experienced players. Inexperienced players may watch, learn and play on the side. Moose dinner available at 5:30 p.m. $3-$8. 31for14@ gmail.com. (707) 599-4605. Writers Group. Third Tuesday of every month, 12:30-2 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 1428 H St., Eureka. Writers share all types of writing and get assistance from one another. Drop-ins welcome. Not faith based. Free.
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.
Wednesday 19 DANCE
Country Swing. Third Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Get into the country vibe at Country Swing in the gorgeous ballroom at The Historic Eagle House! All ages welcome and only $5 to participate. $5. eventlead.eaglehouse@ gmail.com. www.historiceaglehouse.com/live-musicevents. (707) 407-0634.
MUSIC
The Joy of Singing Choir. 5:30-7 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. Singing circle that focuses on singing in harmony through improvisation as well as repertoire, including resistance songs. All level drop-ins welcome. $10-$20, no one turned away for lack of funds. hello@bynieves.com.
EVENTS
Electric Home and Vehicle Fair. 4-7 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. Find out how to use tax credits for electric vehicles and effecient home appliances. Talk with heat pump and solar installers, local car dealers who sell electric vehicles and home electricans. Presented by 350 Humboldt and other groups, with support from RCEA. Free.
GARDEN
U-Pick Flowers. 2-6 p.m. Freshwater Farms Reserve, 5851 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka. Pick flowers at the farm. Park in the large gravel parking lot and follow the signs to the u-pick area. Donations support u-pick and community compost programs. $5-$30. mdrummond@rcaa.org. ncrlt. org/what-we-do/conserved-properties. (707) 269-2071.
MEETINGS
Mothers’ Support Circle. Third 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. Third Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Road., Fortuna. A safe and welcoming space for Spanish-speaking individuals to process loss, connect with others, and receive compassionate support. Este grupo está abierto para todas las personas en la comunidad que habla español, que estén pasando por la pérdida de un ser querido. glccenter.org.
Thursday 20 ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Aug. 13 listing.
DANCE
Line Dancing with Kim O’Quinn. 12-1 p.m. McKinleyville Senior Center, 1620 Pickett Road. See Aug. 13 listing.
LECTURE
“Going Up The River”. 7 p.m. Humboldt Grange #501, 5845 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka. Local history presentation with historian Jerry Rohde. Featuring the work of photographer and drone videographer Erin Scofield. Free.
MUSIC
Music in the Park. 6-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. See Aug. 13 listing. Summer Concert Series. 6-8 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. See Aug. 13 listing.
SPOKEN WORD
Reworded Open Mic Night. Third Thursday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge, 139 Second St., Eureka. Poetry workshop at 5 p.m. Open mic from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free. events@histroiceaglehouse.com. historiceaglehouse.com. (707) 444-3344.
FOOD
Henderson Center Farmers Markets. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. See Aug. 13 listing.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Aug. 13 listing. l
SCREENS
Super Troopers 3 Keeps it Stupid By John J. Bennett
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SUPER TROOPERS 3. One might rightfully wonder — as I did, while watching Straight Time (1978) on the Criterion Channel on Saturday Night — if there is any reason to go see a third installment of a willfully dumb cop-comedy franchise. At best, it seems unlikely to add anything to the cinematic lexicon (or even to its own mythology, if we’re being honest); at worst, it has the distinct aroma of a cash grab. But, as I’ve said before and in spite of my own pretensions and aspirations to pretension, I’ve been a fan of the Broken Lizard oeuvre long enough now to both feel very old and circumspect about my taste and choices. As time continues to accelerate, though, my apologist tendencies have perhaps tempered my intrinsic self-denigration; I like what I like. And since Super Troopers (2001), I have very much enjoyed (most, not all) of the collected works of the troupe comprised of Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter and Erik Stohlhanske. They are that beyond-rare college comedy team that has parlayed their beery hijinks into ongoing commercial success. The work of the Lizards can, when the chemistry is optimized, rise beyond frat-party yuks to something like elevated stupidity, the kind of deceptively finely crafted comedy that has always been in dishearteningly short supply. It’s been said (by me, among others) that the work can hew broad and questionable, but because it neither punches down nor attempts something loftily unattainable, it is generally more successful than not, at least for those of us pleased by relatively easy laughs. While everything post-Beerfest (2006) seems to have eschewed some of the early stuff’s incipient cinematic aspirations, the whole catalog is still defined by a sense that the minds behind it (while maybe not elevated in their pursuits) are working together to make something they think is funny and that we will hopefully like. There is an optimism, an openness to it that, beyond the first-blush coarseness, speaks to an honest,
uncynical impulse to make comedy (if not high art) for its own sake. RudimenAmerican existentialism. tary? To be sure, Super Troopers 3 but harder to pull off than we might like to think. So, with all that rationalization firmly all honesty, some of the contrivances are in place, it became clear that, despite no dumb enough to prevent their jokes from good reason to do so, I would venture out landing. But when the movie returns to the for Super Troopers 3. Having done so, I basics, to sight-gags and reactions, it recapcannot, nor will I pretend that the movie tures something of the magical feeling of adds anything substantive to the American discovery, of weightless displacement, that cinematic comedy canon, or even to the semade me a fan of this stuff all those years ries itself. This installment leans even more ago. Because it is simple and uncynical (adheavily on its own past than the last, but mittedly to its own occasional detriment), also dials back some of the micro-cruelty, the movie allows for enough uncomplicated even occasionally settling into meditations laughs that, despite my reservations, I was on lost youth and the silliness of being silly left with an overall feeling of satisfaction. in rapidly advancing middle age. Of course, Buyer beware: This is an example of the none of that self-reflection stalls or even ever-rarer low-concept comedy movie slows the onslaught of its own ridiculouspredicated on the agreement that we are ness, but for those of us who know what we participating in a sort of cult of personality signed up for, all the better. that will allow for sustained suspension of The inciting incident, this time around, is skepticism and buoy us through the less Rod Farva’s (Heffernan) precipitous engagespectacular moments. Its success is continment to Ramathorn’s (Chandrasekhar) sister gent on our willingness to laugh at it. By that Sarita (Hannah Simone), itself precipitated standard, Broken Lizard may well be, like by an act of apparent road-rage that left myself, a vestige of a bygone era — polar her imperiled and, surprisingly, rescued by bears on the ice floe, but maybe with a few the consummately unlikeable Farva. Suitably teeth left. R. 104M. BROADWAY. ● displeased by this development, Ramathorn sets out to expose Farva for the cretin he John J. Bennett (he/him) is a movie nerd is, in hopes that the high-minded elder who loves a good car chase. Ramathorns will call off the wedding. Meanwhile, the Troopers are kinda-sorta NOW PLAYING investigating a series of syrup-truck vandalTHE BRINK OF WAR. Ronald Reagan izations and rumors of a new drug making (Jeff Daniels) and Mikhail Gorbachev (Jared its way across the northern border. These Harris) face off in a historical showdown are, of course, basically set-ups for dick for folks who miss the Cold War. PG. 117M. jokes and willfully stupid confrontations. BROADWAY. Probably because my hopes and expecTHE END OF OAK STREET. A family’s tations for Super Troopers 3 were calibrated home gets cosmically relocated to a whole so low, I was generally pleasantly surprised different neighborhood they might not by it. There were moments when I wished survive. PG13. 100M. BROADWAY. for something more expansive, grander or, least likely of all, insightful, sure. And in
HADESTOWN: THE MUSICAL. More mythological adaptation in the filmed Broadway show. NR. 141M. BROADWAY. THE INVITE. One couple (Pénelope Cruz, Ed Norton) sees a much more awkward couple (Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde) in the building and really loves their vibe. R. 107M. MINOR. MINIONS AND MONSTERS. More animated workplace adventure with the little yellow henchmen. PG. 90M. BROADWAY. NIMRODS. Band besties drive cross-countries for a dream gig opening for Green Day. R. 102M. BROADWAY. THE ODYSSEY. Matt Damon takes a boatload of Greeks on a 20-year Dunkin run in director Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s epic. R. 108M. BROADWAY, MINOR. ONE NIGHT ONLY. Rom-com set in a New York where singles can only have sex one night a year like it’s a horny version of The Purge. BROADWAY. PAW PATROL: THE DINO MOVIE. The franchise takes a turn for the Jurassic. PG. 88M. BROADWAY. POINT BREAK (1991). A 35th anniversary showing of the bank-robbing, surfing, sky-diving action classic. Vaya con Swayze. R. 122M. BROADWAY. SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY. Peter Parker (Tom Holland) faces his own evolution in a city where nobody remembers him. With Zendaya. PG13. 145M. BROADWAY, MINOR. THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE (1974). An Aug. 18 Texas Chainsaw Day showing of the gory buzzer. R. 83M. BROADWAY. For showtimes, visit catheaters.com and minortheatre.com.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00414 The following person is doing Business as Humboldt Mobile Foot Care Humboldt 117 Wildwood Ave Rio Dell, CA 95562 PO Box 229 Loleta, CA 95551 Eva D Pedro 117 Wildwood Ave Rio Dell, CA 95562 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 Eva Pedro, Owner This July 13, 2026 by JR, Deputy Clerk
McKinleyville, CA 95519 Jennifer Kapala 1274 Azalea Ave 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 3/23/26. 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 Jennifer Kapala, Owner This July 13, 2026 by JR, Deputy Clerk 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 (26-296)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00403 The following person is doing Business as True Beauty Salon 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 (26-298) Humboldt FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 805 7th St STATEMENT 26-00413 Eureka, CA 95501 The following person is doing 525 Herrick Ave Spc 19 Business as Eureka, Ca 95503 Azalea Del Mar Ana C Verduzco Munguia Humboldt Build to edge of the document 805 7th St 1274 Azalea Ave Eureka, CA 95501 Margins are just a safe area DOMESTIC WATER SUPPLY INFORMATION
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To Whom it May Concern: A Substantial Deviation amendment to add a recently acquired timberland parcel to an existing Non-Industrial Timber Management Plan (NTMP) is being filed with CALFIRE. It is located in Portions of Sections 14 and 15 of Township 3 South, Range 3 East, H. B. & M. The amendment area is located in portions of the Coon Creek drainage along with several unnamed tributaries, all of which flow into the South Fork of the Eel River. The amendment is approximately 1.3 miles south of the town of Miranda and 1.1 miles west of the town of Phillipsville. Please inform us of any domestic water supplies within 1,000 feet downstream of the proposed amendment area. Responses should be within 10 days of this notice. Send responses to: James L. Able Forestry Consultants, Inc. Attn: David Cussins 1410 Second Street Eureka, CA 95501 (707) 445-4130 Build to edge of the document Margins are just a safe area
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The business is conducted by an individual. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 7/7/26. 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 Ana C Verduzco Munguia, Business Owner This July 7, 2026 by JR, Deputy Clerk 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 (26-297)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00424 The following person is doing Business as Casas Playa Saladita Humboldt 60 Beauchamp Rd Eureka, CA 95503 Gregory T Colyar 60 Beauchamp 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 2/2/2002. 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 Ana C Verduzco Munguia, Business Owner This July 17, 2026 by SG, Deputy Clerk 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 (26-300)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00408 The following person is doing Business as Springville Studio County of Humboldt 1118 Main Street Fortuna, CA 95540 PO Box 344 Fortuna, CA 95540 Emily A Mazzone-Clementi
NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE OLD ADMINISTRATION AND FORUM BUILDING DEMOLITION PROJECT Notice is hereby given that the Governing Board of the Redwoods Community College District District (“District”), of the County of Humboldt, State of California, will receive sealed bids for the Old Administration and Forum Building Demolition Project Project (“Project”) up to, but not later than, 3:00 PM, on September 22, 2026, and will thereafter publicly open and read aloud the bids. All bids shall be received at the Board Room, College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, California.
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Each bid shall be completed on the Bid Proposal Form included in the Contract Documents, and must conform and be fully responsive to this invitation, the plans and specifications and all other Contract Documents. Copies of the Contract Documents are available for examination are available at local and state Builder Exchanges. Any addendums to the bid documents will be posted on the College of the Redwoods Website: https://www. redwoods.edu/services/bo/purchasing.php Inquiries may be directed to: Johanna Helzer, Manager of Maintenance and Operations, Email: Johanna-helzer@ redwoods.edu and Michelle Davidson, Project Manager michelle.davidson@ghd.com Redwoods Community College District 8/13, 8/20/2026
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1118 Main Street 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 Emily Mazzone-Clementi This July 9, 2026 JUAN P. CERVANTES by JR, Humboldt County Clerk 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20/2026 (26-309)
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT CASE NO. SC2500138 Jesse William Birchfield, Plaintiff vs. Kai Joseph Porter, Defendant NOTICE TO DEFENDANT You are hereby notified that a Small Claims action has been filed against you in the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt. Plaintiff: Jesse William Birchfield Defendant: Kai Joseph Porter Hearing Date: August 19, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. Courtroom: 8 Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt If you fail to appear at the hearing, judgment may be entered against you. 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 (26-299)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00422 The following person is doing Business as Rooted in Water Humboldt 837 14th Street Fortuna, CA 95540 Christopher Beraud 837 14th Street 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 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 Christopher Beraud, Owner This July 15, 2026 by JR, Deputy Clerk 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 (26-310)
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00448 The following person is doing Business as ANUKA Aesthetics & Wellness Humboldt 2020 S Street Eureka, CA 95501 ANUKA Aesthetics & Wellness PC CA B2026312918 2020 S Street Eureka, CA 95501 The business is conducted by a corporation. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on n/a. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s Micah Craig, President This July 29, 2026 by SC, Deputy Clerk 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 (26-318)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00447 The following person is doing Business as Humboldt Home Repair Humboldt 3890 Walnut Dr Eureka, CA 95503 Karl G Norberg 3890 Walnut 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 7/29/2026. 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 Karl Norberg, Owner This July 29, 2026 by JR, Deputy Clerk 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 (26-317)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00378 The following person is doing Business as Doula Dolli Humboldt 234 W Del Norte St Eureka, CA 95501 1255 Bay St Eureka, CA 95501 Dolli KL McCovey 234 W Del Norte St Eureka, CA 95501 The business is conducted by an County Public Notices Fictitious Business Petition to Administer Estate Trustee Sale Other Public Notices
OBITUARAIES individual. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 6/24/2026. 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 Dolli McCovey, Owner This June 24, 2026 by JR, Deputy Clerk 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 (26-316)
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00423 The following person is doing Business as Tender Roots Healing Humboldt 1111 Hayes Rd McKinleyville, CA 95519 Shannon Edwards 1111 Hayes Rd 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 1/1/2026. 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 Shannon Edwards, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Sole Proprietor This July 17, 2026 by SG, Deputy Clerk 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 (26-315)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00441 The following person is doing Business as C-Tek Construction Humboldt 3789 Dows Prairie Rd McKinleyville, CA 95519 Cody L Robinson 3789 Dows Prairie Rd 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 Cody Robinson, OWner This July 28, 2026 by JR, Deputy Clerk 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 (26-314)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00451 The following person is doing Business as Taqueria La Chaparrita County of Humboldt 461 S Fortuna Blvd Fortuna, CA 95540 Ricardo Martin Garcia Herrera 461 S Fortuna Blvd 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 July 1, 2026 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 Ricardo Martin Garcia Herrera, Owner This July 30, 2026 JUAN P. CERVANTES by jc, Humboldt County Clerk 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27/2026 (26-320)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00459 The following person is doing Business as The Jitter Bean Coffee Co. County of Humboldt 2905 Hubbard Lane, Suite A Eureka, CA 95501 R.L. Roberts Inc. CA 2478235 2905 Hubbard Lane, Suite A Eureka, CA 95501 The business is conducted by a Corporation The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name listed above on 12/16/2002 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 Lisabeth Kristin Roberts, Chief Financial Officer This August 4, 2026 JUAN P. CERVANTES by JR, Humboldt County Clerk 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3/2026 (26-322)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 26-00465 The following person is doing Business as FunkArtWoodCraft County of Humboldt 1695 Anderson Ave McKinleyville, CA 95519 Jude Q Stromberg 1695 Anderson Ave 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 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 Jude Stromberg, Owner This August 4, 2026 JUAN P. CERVANTES by sc, Humboldt County Clerk 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3/2026 (26-324)\
CITY OF FORTUNA NOTICE OF ADOPTION Notice is hereby given that on August 3, 2026; the City Council of the City of Fortuna adopted the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 2026-787 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORTUNA REPEALING AND REPLACING TITLE 15 – BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION DIVISION I. GENERALLY; CHAPTER 15.10, BUILDING CODE OF THE FORTUNA MUNICIPAL CODE In a regular meeting of the Fortuna City Council, passed this 3rd day of August 2026, on regular roll call of the members of said Council by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Conley, Diaz, Stevens, Mayor Pro Tem Trent NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Johnson ABSTAIN: None Copies of the full Ordinance are available for public inspection and review in the office of the City Clerk at 621 - 11th Street, Fortuna, California. This notice is given in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code of the State of California. This section allows a summary of the Ordinance to be printed. Buffy Gray, Deputy City Clerk Posted: 8/04/2026 8/13/2026
PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HERBY 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 UCC, Sections 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the civil Code. The undersigned will sell eligible property at an online auction at www. StorageAuctions.com; bidding will begin on Thursday the 20th of August, 2026, at 12:00 pm, and will close at or after 12:00 pm on Thursday the 27th of August, 2026, at which time the auction will be completed and the high bidder will be determined. The premises where the said property has been stored is identified as: Lock Box Storage, 2031 Eich Road, Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt. Items to be sold include, but are not limited to: Brad Delaney - #154 Sirrena Harvey - #701 Sirrena Harvey - #827 Lisa Sidoff - #661 William Eskes - #475 Michael Thibos - #170 Stacey Daggett - #355 Melissa Etter - #460 Jacklyn Gardenhire - #235
Michele Sandoval - #507 Thomas Kough - #368 Cheyenne Silva Lovfald - #261 Furniture, Suitcases, Artwork, Automotive Equipment, Appliances, Automotive Parts, Assorted Bedding, Assorted Boxes, Assorted Bags, Miscellaneous Tools, Tool Boxes, Electronics, Outdoor Appliances, Sporting and Outdoor Recreational Equipment Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of a settlement between the owner and obligated party. Please refer to www.StorageAuctions.com for all other terms and conditions governing the bidding and auction process. 8/13, 8/20/2026 (26-327)
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF AIKO HARADA, AKA AIKO HARADA UYEKI, AKA AIKO H. UYEKI CASE NO. PR2600204 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of AIKO HARADA, aka AIKO HARADA UYEKI, aka AIKO H. UYEKI A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Petitioner WILLIAM K. UYEKI In the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt. The petition for probate requests that WILLIAM K. UYEKI be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on September 3, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. at the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt, 825 Fifth Street, Eureka, in Dept.: 4 For information on how to appear remotely for your hearing, please visit https://www.humboldt.courts. ca.gov/ IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal
representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Jason M. Garlick 1805 Central Avenue McKinleyville, CA 95519 (707) 840-0909 Filed: August 4, 2026 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT 8/13, 8/20, 8/27/2026 (26-323)
PUBLIC SALE 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. The undersigned will sell at auction by competitive bidding on the 26th of August, 2026, at 9:00 AM, on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Rainbow Self Storage. Arcata and McKinleyville auctions are online at www.StorageAuctions.com. The online auction begins 08/13/26 at 8AM and will end 08/26/26 at 8AM. The following spaces are located at 4055 Broadway Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt. Kenneth Cunningham, Space #5015 The following spaces are located at 639 W. Clark Street Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold immediately following the sale of the above units. None The following spaces are located at 3618 Jacobs Avenue Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold immediately following the sale of the above units. Shawn Molloy, Space #1194 Brooke Dougherty, Space #1207 Andrea Claypool-Bailey, Space #1212 The following spaces are located at 105 Indianola Avenue Eureka, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold immediately following the sale of the above units. Willow Mace, Space #126 Gilbert Garcia, Space #231 Michael Godecki, Space #275 Charles Bassett, Space #284 Toney Green, Space #345 Carol Nielsen, Space #404 Danny Miner, Space #814
Rachael Cortez, Space #830 The following spaces are located at 1641 Holly Drive McKinleyville, CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at www.StorageAuctions.com. Bidding begins August 13th, 2026 and ends August 26th, 2026 at 8AM. Kimberly Lonjin, Space #3151 (Held in Co. Unit) Andrew Barham, Space #6233 Altonique Burton, Space #8121 The following spaces are located at 2394 Central Avenue McKinleyville CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at www.StorageAuctions. com Bidding begins August 13th, 2026 and ends August 26th, 2026 at 8AM. Teresa Cengia, Space #9533 The following spaces are located at 180 F Street Arcata CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at www.StorageAuctions.com. Bidding begins August 13th, 2026 and ends August 26th, 2026 at 8AM. Cyrus Meyers, Space #4221 Kristina Crummett, Space #4316 Judith Nadel, Space #4514 Judith Nadel, Space #4548 The following spaces are located at 940 G Street Arcata CA, County of Humboldt and will be sold online at www.StorageAuctions.com Bidding begins August 13th, 2026 and ends August 26th, 2026 at 8AM. None Items to be sold include, but are not limited to: Household furniture, office equipment, household appliances, exercise equipment, TVs, VCR, microwave, bikes, books, misc. tools, misc. camping equipment, misc. stereo equip. misc. yard tools, misc. sports equipment, misc. kids toys, misc. fishing gear, misc. computer components, and misc. boxes and bags contents unknown. Anyone interested in attending Rainbow Self Storage auctions must pre-qualify. For details call 707-4431451. Purchases must be paid for at the time of the sale in cash only. Online Bidders will pay 10% with a card online, and 90% in cash in the office, plus a $100 deposit. Storageauction. com requires a 15% buyers fee on their website. All pre-qualified live Bidders must sign in at 4055 Broadway Eureka CA. prior to 9:00 A.M. on the day of the auction, no exceptions. All purchased items are sold as is, where is and must be removed at time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation for any reason whatsoever. Auctioneer: Nicole Pettit, Employee for Rainbow Self-Storage, 707-4431451, Bond # 40083246. Dated this 13th day of August, 2026 and 20th day of July, 2026
Jean M. Caldwell July 4, 1939 – July 3, 2026 Jean Mae (Dobbert) Caldwell, Ed.D, 86, of Eureka was born on July 4, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, and died on July 3, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Eureka. Raised primarily in Naperville, Illinois, she graduated in 1957 from Naperville High School where she was president of the Thespian Society. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from Drake University, and a Master of Arts in History from the University of Kansas. She taught High School in Garden Grove, California and wrote for the New Standard Encyclopedia in Chicago before taking a high school teaching position back in Naperville. In the early ’80s, she earned her Doctorate in Education from Northern Illinois University, during which time she worked for the Illinois Council on Economic Education. From there she went on to the University of Central Oklahoma to run the Oklahoma Council on Economic Education, conducting teacher trainings in countless Oklahoma municipalities, and teaching “The Dismal Science” to UCO undergraduates as a tenured, full professor. As an active member of the national Joint Council on Economic Education, she travelled the country, presenting papers at many conferences and accepting several awards. In 2000, she retired to Santa Fe New Mexico, after which she did some educational writing and substitute teaching, in order “to finance my travel habit” (her words). In 2005, she moved to Eureka, where she served as Volunteer Coordinator for the local Democratic Party office, once being named co-recipient of the “Democrat of the Year” award for staffing the telephone line from home during the Pandemic. Jean is survived by her daughter, Margaret, and her sister and brother-in-law, Laurel and Edward Snyder of Oro Valley, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lenard and Harriet Dobbert. A Celebration of Life will be held at The Meadows apartment complex in Eureka, from 1-3 pm on Saturday, August 15.
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707.834.7979
Prime commercial opportunity with exceptional Highway 101 visibility and easy northbound and southbound access. Set on approximately 1.89 acres, the property offers nearly 8,000 SF of versatile space, including retail/ showroom, private office, warehouse, covered high-ceiling storage, break room, and two restrooms. Dual driveways, approximately 25 parking spaces, and a large yard provide excellent flexibility for customers, deliveries, and equipment. Ideal for retail, industrial, warehouse, or service businesses. Owner open to tenant improvements.
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Realtor BRE # 02084041
916.798.2107
Enjoy country living on 63+ acres along the Mad River, just minutes from Ruth Lake. This immaculate custom home features an updated kitchen, radiantheated bathroom floors, ample storage, a walk-in closet, wraparound decks, and a patio with fire pit. Additional highlights include a bonus sleeping/office area, woodstove, Starlink, deeded water, and a permitted well. The property also offers a separately metered 24x32 shop/garage, permitted 24x70 ag building, and storage shed.
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707.497.7859
Rita Clair Realtor BRE #02240388
707.498.8606
Tucked among the redwoods on a private 2.5-acre lot, this custom twostory home built by Ray Wolf offers four bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Vaulted ceilings enhance the spacious interior, while the main-level primary suite features an oversized closet and private bath. Enjoy an attached three-car garage, expansive concrete patio, and hot tub. With easy access to the Arcata-Mad River trail system, outdoor recreation is nearby, all while remaining just minutes from downtown Arcata and Cal Poly Humboldt.
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707.499-2335
Amy Donathan Realtor
This unique investment opportunity features 58 storage units strategically located across eight distinct parcels. Renowned for its charming architecture and rich history, the majority of Scotia’s housing does not offer garages making storage units a staple need for community members. While the property presents great income potential, it does require some deferred maintenance. Addressing these maintenance issues could enhance the overall appeal and functionality of the storage units, ultimately increasing profitability and equity.
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Beautiful ±80 acre mountain retreat in Petrolia with southern exposure, multiple usable flats, and a year-round creek. A wellmaintained road provides reliable access, while the secluded setting offers privacy and tranquility. Ideal for a homestead, off-grid retreat, agricultural projects, or long-term investment, with abundant sunlight for gardening and solar potential.
Versatile ±1.07-acre property in an exclusive gated community featuring a 2-bedroom, 1-bath main home plus a separate finished 1-bedroom, 1-bath secondary residence. An outbuilding and privacy fencing add functionality, while the oversized parcel offers room for future improvements. Ideal for rental income, multigenerational living, guests, or those seeking peaceful country living with long-term potential.
Prime 4.5-acre property at the hightraffic intersection of Avenue of the Giants and Maple Hills Road, just off Highway 101. Featuring 300 feet of road frontage, excellent visibility, and dual residential/commercial zoning, this property offers a rare live/work opportunity. Existing structures need extensive repair, providing a blank canvas for restoration, redevelopment, or a new vision in southern Humboldt.
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707.672.2862
$625,000
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Shannon McKinnon
58 STORAGE UNITS, SCOTIA
$870,000
707.362.6504
BRE #02188512
Along the south side of the Van Duzen River, this charming 20+ acre property offers open space, natural beauty, and self-sufficient living. The two-story new build features a bright, open studio-style upper level with a custom bathroom and outdoor access. The lower level is partially finished, ready for expansion. Enjoy solar power, a year-round spring, greenhouse with heated floors, and direct river frontage—all just 35 minutes from Highway 101.
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Realtor
Zipporah Kilgore
$415,000
$549,000
Associate Broker
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900 GOLDEN GATE ROAD, CARLOTTA
1171 MAD RIVER ROAD, MAD RIVER
Barbara Davenport 707.498.6364
Nestled on ±2.13 private acres in sunny Willow Creek, this custom estate blends luxury with outdoor living. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features cherry wood finishes, porcelain tile, JennAir appliances, hydronic heat, fireplaces, a spacious primary suite, and an entertainment room with a custom bar. A detached pool bath and two guest bedrooms provide added flexibility. Enjoy an oversized pool, lush gardens, mature fruiting plants, and private Trinity River access for fishing, swimming, and relaxing.
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$469,000
$249,000
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