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ear Readers, I’m thrilled to welcome you back to the latest edition of My Humboldt Life magazine! We hope you enjoyed the first few issues as much as we’ve enjoyed bringing them to life. Your feedback and support have been nothing short of inspiring, and we are truly grateful to have you as part of this growing community.
When the team set out to create this magazine, our goal was simple: to highlight the positive aspects of Humboldt County, its people, places and unique stories. From the stunning landscapes to the innovative entrepreneurs and artists to the farmers, every corner of our region has something special to offer, and we’re honored to share that with you.
In this issue, we continue our journey through Humboldt’s businesses and the folks behind them. Whether you’re here for the latest updates on local companies, profiles of our talented residents, or tips on where to explore next, there’s something in here for everyone.
Thank you for being part of My Humboldt Life. We look forward to many more adventures together, discovering the stories that make this place our home.
Warmly, Melissa Sanderson Publisher, My Humboldt LIFE
Hummel Sisters Help Humboldt Hit the Road
By Meg Wall-Wild
Photos by Melissa Sanderson
In 1976, brothers Bill and Hal, and Hal’s wife, Kathy, opened Hummel Tire & Wheel on the very edge of Fortuna. The former Navy men had decided to settle in Humboldt where Hal had met Ferndale native Kathy while stationed here while Bill was serving in Vietnam.
“In the late 1970s early 1980s, the only thing at this end of Fortuna was the firehouse, elementary school and Safeway. There were sheep in the fields.” As the tire shop was not in downtown or midtown Fortuna for merchant events, Wendy said her dad declared, “By God, this is Hummel Town!” He assumed its mayoral duties (with tongue firmly planted in cheek) and set about building a solid business that still serves Fortuna 48 years later.
The Hummels built the business to include family, if they so wanted. Adolescents Wendy and Lisa were up to their elbows in tires from the get-go. As they once grew into the business, so might Wendy’s son Kyle Franck someday. He has gone from working after school in the shop’s busy bays to becoming a mechanical engineer scooped up by Google. Wendy said, “We encouraged him to do what he wanted to do. We both did the same at his age. Too many people and not enough room in the business for us all.” Meanwhile, Wendy’s daughter Madeline is a talented artist following her own muse. The sisters themselves had left and returned to the business 20 years ago. They were allowed to grow and do their own thing, too.
The Hummel family strategy is why the sisters work so well together to keep the business vital after their parents passed on. “We were raised in an atmosphere with no animosity or fighting. Mom and Dad championed the next generation. They taught us well,” said Wendy.
“Uncle Bill and our parents were great mentors. They showed how to make it work by example.”
They do seem to have the right formula, laughing as they spoke, but with a lot of love. “We are much alike and are also very different. We respect each other’s opinions and brains,” said Lisa. “We each have strengths and weaknesses that complement each other. We live together,
Wendy (left) and Lisa Hummel
— Wendy and Lisa Hummel
too!” Their home is on land owned by their family for five generations, another sign of their deep community roots.
Wendy’s and Lisa’s commitment to their business and customers is obvious — Hummel Tire & Wheel was voted Humboldt’s Best Tire Shop by North Coast Journal readers in 2024. For a small shop, they offer a lot of needed services. They added struts, shocks and brakes, making sure you can come to a safe stop at South Fortuna Boulevard and Kenmar Road. The Hummels offer roadside assistance, which is key in a county with a lot of winding rural roads. Size is no problem, as Hummel can replace tires for handtrucks up to skidder loaders. Although the shop does not carry motorcycle tires, the sisters do all tire mounting and dismounting for Redwood Acres and Samoa Dragstrip racers at no charge.
The Hummel sisters kept up
their parents’ ethic of balancing family and community life along with a lot of wheels. Hal left some deep treads throughout town, being a charter member of Fortuna Sunrise Rotary, president of the Fortuna Chamber of Commerce, and Fortuna Citizen of the Year. Lisa followed those well-laid tracks to serve a stint as chamber president herself and was awarded Fortuna Citizen of the Year in 2019. Their father’s Company No. 1 volunteer firefighter genes are ever present with recent recognition by the Bridgeville Fire Protection District for helping to keep the firetrucks rolling safely along.
Wendy and Lisa were recognized with the 2024 Roy Curless Community Award, and the family’s Rodeo service goes way back. Hal served
My Humboldt Life is …
on the Fortuna Rodeo Board and the shop still closes for its annual parade.
When the Humboldt County Farm Bureau announced its inaugural Friend of the Farmer Award, it was no surprise that it was presented to Hummel Tire & Wheel. A flat tire under any circumstance is a problem, but imagine a flat at harvest time on a big combine. In the middle of a field. Wendy and Lisa make sure Humboldt’s farmers and ranchers can roll when they need to roll. Their support of the agricultural community also means they come home from the Future Farmers of America livestock auction with a light wallet and a full freezer (lamb kabobs anyone?). Whether raising funds for veterans or collecting Coats for Kids,
the sisters and Hummel Tire & Wheel rise to meet the challenge. They are totally invested in Fortuna’s future.
“We bleed Fortuna blue!” said Wendy.
“And red too! The Eel Valley is home. You get so much out of it when you give back, like Flags on Main to honor our veterans. Making community stronger,” added Lisa.
The tag-team enthusiasm of the sisters is contagious, especially when asked to finish the sentence “Our Humboldt life is ….”
Without hesitation, “Blessed!” they replied, followed with peals of happy laughter.
“We are very, very grateful,” said Wendy. “Plus it’s a rockin’ cool place to live — but don’t tell anybody.” ■
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Instead of chasing kids around your home with coasters in hand, this year you can actually be a part of the fun! Paintballing teaches team work, strategizing, sportmanship, and best of all, it is outside and away from those annoying electronics! Get your family out into the sun or out into the rain (believe it or not, paintball can be even more fun in the rain) for some much needed team time. All the equipment you need is avail-
500 paintballs to start! 15$ for another 500 or $55 for a case of 2000. Air fills up to 45k. Speedball field and a pallet field are available. Field paint only, please. On sight Pro player. Phones are always open and are capable of answering your texts. Parties are encouraged! We are always open on the weekends rain or shine (wind over 20 mph shuts us down) We will open on weekdays by appointment!
Clockwise from left: Lyle Doty and Lisa in the shop. Lisa (left) and Wendy in the office. Wendy assists a customer on the phone.
Delicious Finds at the Lost Frenchman
As the Green Rush wanes, the SoHum food landscape has endured significant change and significant loss; many of our favorite eateries have closed and left us with naught but tasty memories of food adventures past. It makes those that remain that much dearer to us. It’s been too long since I’ve made the journey to Redway to indulge in my favorite woodfired pizzas. During a bout of late summer showers, I drove down U.S. Highway 101 and sat outside in the dappled sunlight, dodging intermittent raindrops under a shade sail-covered patio and gazing at the redwood-covered hills behind the Lost Frenchman. The Lost Frenchman was dreamed up in 2012 by local owner Tara Hass. It started as a mobile woodfired pizza stand which quickly became a staple at the Garberville Farmers Market and the local festi-
val circuit, and its success led to the 2016 opening of their current brick and mortar on the main drag in Redway. The large dining room and outdoor patio quickly fill up with local regulars on a first-name basis with the restaurant’s staff; the community vibes are palpable and inviting. A giant chalkboard is scrawled with their offerings, ranging from sandwiches and breakfasts during the weekdays, and woodfired pizzas, salads and healthy drinks all week long.
I’m a fan of giving up control sometimes and asking the staff to order for me, and that’s exactly what I did on this trip — well, except for the burrata dish, which I order religiously every time I come in (can’t stop, won’t stop; it’s the best cheese on the planet and I am willing to fight over it). Brandi, the magnetic gal at the front counter, recommended the NorCal pizza and a garden
salad with added goat cheese, and totally sold me on trying their popular turmeric iced tea, a first for me. The turmeric makes it a vibrantly golden concoction with chilled black tea, honey, ginger and lemon, perfect for sipping on the back patio in the glorious SoHum heat that persists even on a mildly rainy summer day.
The NorCal pizza, on a base of daily-made organic dough topped with white cheddar cheese, features spicy freerange chicken, lovingly rubbed down with house-roasted jalapeno for the right amount of heat, accompanied by red bell peppers and cilantro. The crust bakes up thin with crisp edges and the right amount of chew. As it’s the backbone of their business, Hass recommends newcomers start with one of their pizzas, an idea I fully endorse — they’ve perfected their crust game. The goat cheesy garden salad
complements the heat from the NorCal beautifully, lending some brightness and coolness with a touch of acidity from their homemade balsamic vinaigrette and a delightfully textural crunch from the fresh cukes on top.
Even with the pizza and salad portions before me, I just can’t get enough of the burrata appetizer which is lovely in its simplicity and freshness. Slices of soft bread and artisan crackers accompany a plate of prosciutto, a side of glistening homemade pesto, and a bowl of your choice of burrata or stracciatella drizzled with olive oil and freshly cracked black pepper. The creaminess is divine and I’m hard pressed to find many, if any, local restaurants that let me indulge in my favorite cheese ever. (If you’re counting, that’s three different kinds of cheese I had for lunch, and I’m not sorry
Story and photos by Jessica Ashley Silva
Landscaping
Ramone's Landscaping
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about it.)
Hass takes a front-line approach to her business; she’s a one-woman show on the breakfast and sandwich line (hence the weekday-only availability), but she’s supported by her staff (and often her two sons) who round out the prep, cooking and service in the restaurant. Their quality control and consistently delectable flavors come from their commitment to making as much as possible from scratch with well-sourced ingredients. Hass tells me, “We make as much as possible in-house on a daily basis. We grind our own pork for our sausage, make all of our own dressings, and our Hollandaise and gravy are made to order.”
Sidebar: A fan favorite at the Lost Frenchman is the meatball sandwich, which is
conspicuously missing from my order on this trip but warrants a mention because it’s just that good. Do yourself a favor and trek down on a weekday so you can indulge in hearty meatballs — made from local Humboldt grassfed beef sourced from Liz and Hugo Klopper at Bear River Valley Farms — drenched in red sauce, snuggled in French bread and topped with a trifecta of provolone, ricotta and asiago cheeses.
With all the economic changes post-COVID and post-Green Rush, the Lost Frenchman has forged ahead with the support of dedicated locals and from the support of seasonal tourists who venture in from word of mouth. But Hass invites her northerly local counterparts to “come down to Redway to eat and check out our pizzas. I
The NorCal pizza with a view.
really, really appreciate when people from NorHum come just to have a pizza on their way to go check out the Cove. SoHummers always come north to support businesses in Eureka, so we love it when people make their way down to help us keep our doors open during the non-tourist season.”
The Lost Frenchman is conveniently located just south of the Avenue of the Giants — stop in before your next hike to fuel up and support this SoHum staple. Sip on a smoothie, take a turmeric health shot or some golden tea out back, and revel in all the scents pouring out from the kitchen. Believe me, it’s worth the drive. ■
A fresh garden salad with goat cheese accompanied by the ever-popular turmeric iced tea.
Burrata and prosciutto appetizer for the cheese trifecta.
A Ferndale Teen’s Surprising Talent
By Rene Kindinger
Typically, when you see a crowd spilling out from Tuyas, the Mexican themed sports bar in Ferndale, it means one thing: game time. If you are familiar with the game time crowd at any bar, you know to expect a lot of people whooping and hollering at the TVs, having to shout your drink order, and frantic bartenders running between the tables to the bar top in a chaotic but rhythmic dance. So when I walked into Tuyas to find the bar full of quiet people, I was absolutely uncomfortable. It wasn’t until I managed to find a free bar stool that I realized that what I thought was the radio was actually a young guitarist seated at the front of the restaurant. Luke Powell looked at ease with the audience, and his slow, singing drawl made his songs sound like they were about important life lessons that he hadn’t yet experienced. This youngster, with his deep voice and fluid progression from one song into the next, exuded the impression that he had endured a lifetime of heartbreak and hard times. In
fact, until I had a chance to sit down with Luke a couple of days after the show, I firmly believed he was almost 20, old enough to have a bit of experience in the hard knock academy. How else was he able to move so many people to silence in a crowded restaurant bar? Nearing the end of the set, I gave my card to a man I had heard Luke identify as his grandfather and asked him to have Luke give me a call so that I could interview him. When his mother Stephanie returned my call I was stunned to hear that he is only 14 years old. Stephanie gave me permission to talk to her son and I met up with Luke a couple of days later at Patches Pastries in Ferndale where he nervously answered my questions.
Speaking with Luke was admittedly a little difficult. It turns out that his stoic nature is not just for his stage persona. I’m not generally used to being around teenagers, but in my experience, most of them are on the rowdy side, whereas Luke’s quiet composure is one of the things that
makes him seem much older than his peers. In our slow start, I did get him to divulge that his music is heavily influenced by country music titans George Strait and Zach Bryan. In addition to writing and playing music, he enjoys doing the things that a normal teenager does. He plays football, hangs out with his friends, enjoys learning to weld and has all As in school. He even raised a steer to auction off at this year’s Humboldt County Fair.
After hearing about his life in detail, I concluded that Luke is excellent at adapting to multiple different roles. One side is the lovable country youngster, growing up athletic and working hard to excel in
school. The other is an embodiment of the turmoil and raw emotion that make growing up so difficult. Both of these sides demand time from him, and his schedule would be pretty full if he was only doing football and schoolwork, but somehow he manages to find time for music in between his other activities. I also learned that he is self-taught and genuinely loves being a musician. However, he is still quite young and hasn’t had the intense experience of being in love yet, so his songs are mostly centered around the complexities of growing up (something we can all relate to) and the lives of his family members. On the
Luke Powell
Photo by Rene Kindinger
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topic of love songs: “There’s plenty of time for that later,” he confirmed with a sheepish smile.
While any parent would be proud of a kid with so many talents, I get the feeling that his mom’s support is contingent on his good grades and athletic involvement. As a single parent, Stephanie is challenged by the need to both support her son’s ambitions and protect him from the world’s dangerous forces, including those coming from Luke himself. By being both firm and supportive of her young son, she likely seeks to prevent him from going the route of many adolescent stargazers who begin their musical journey by ending their intellectual obligations to the school system, only to later discover that less than 1 per cent of musicians are actually able to support themselves on their music alone. Luckily for Luke, his mom has done a phenomenal job of maintaining a sense of perspective for the young artist. She is his biggest fan, but also encourages him to distribute his talents in several different avenues so
that multiple opportunities are available to him.
Slowly adding gigs to his schedule, his supportive mom is quick to promote her talented son’s latest musical creation and manages to recruit enough of their relatives and friends to keep his performances full of positivity and excitement, ensuring Luke plays to a packed house. His experience with types of shows and venues grows each week — parties, restaurants and the Humboldt County Fair — and gives him the encouragement he needs to continue while helping him build a fanbase. Furthermore, the people who listen to his melodies, clearly connect with them. I even saw a couple of people cry. Seeing the impact Luke has on the crowd’s reactions, it is easy to spot the gift he has for inciting an emotional response from individual listeners. Personally, I am looking forward to the day he is feels comfortable adding a full band to his melodies. Only time will tell the musical future for Luke, but as he grows into his voice and advances his subject matter the possibilities are endless. ■
Make Memories at The Shootin’ Gallery
Make Memories at The Shootin’ Gallery
The Shootin’ Gallery stands as a beacon of nostalgia and creativity in the quaint town of Ferndale, California. As the brainchild of a photographer with a passion for bygone eras, this unique establishment transports its patrons back in time to experience the charm and elegance of yesteryear.
The Shootin’ Gallery stands as a beacon of nostalgia and creativity in the quaint town of Ferndale, California. As the brainchild of a photographer with a passion for bygone eras, this unique establishment transports its patrons back in time to experience the charm and elegance of yesteryear.
Founded by Brianna Owens, The Shootin’ Gallery was born from a lifelong fascination with the art of portraiture and a deep appreciation for the timeless allure of vintage aesthetics. After years of reveling in the old-time photo experience, Brianna seized the opportunity to turn a cherished hobby into a thriving business when the perfect studio space became available in Ferndale. And thus, The Shootin’ Gallery came to life.
Founded by Brianna Owens, The Shootin’ Gallery was born from a lifelong fascination with the art of portraiture and a deep appreciation for the timeless allure of vintage aesthetics. After years of reveling in the old-time photo experience, Brianna seized the opportunity to turn a cherished hobby into a thriving business when the perfect studio space became available in Ferndale. And thus, The Shootin’ Gallery came to life.
Specializing in Victorian, steampunk and western variations, each photoshoot is a journey back in time, meticulously curated to capture the essence of a bygone era. Whether donning elegant Victorian attire, embracing the rugged Wild West, or venturing into the fantastical realm of steampunk, patrons are invited to step into the shoes of their ancestors and create timeless memories in sepia-toned perfection.
Specializing in Victorian, steampunk and western variations, each photoshoot is a journey back in time, meticulously curated to capture the essence of a bygone era. Whether donning elegant Victorian attire, embracing the rugged Wild West, or venturing into the fantastical realm of steampunk, patrons are invited to step into the shoes of their ancestors and create timeless memories in sepia-toned perfection.
At the helm of The Shootin’ Gallery is Brianna, a seasoned photographer with a formal education in
At the helm of The Shootin’ Gallery is Brianna, a seasoned photographer with a formal education in
portraiture from the Brooks Institute of Photography. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for capturing the essence of human expression, Brianna brings a wealth of expertise and passion to every session. From families and pets to maternity shoots and everything in between, Brianna excels in creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere where clients can let loose, embrace their playful side, and create lasting mementos of cherished moments.
portraiture from the Brooks Institute of Photography. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for capturing the essence of human expression, Brianna brings a wealth of expertise and passion to every session. From families and pets to maternity shoots and everything in between, Brianna excels in creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere where clients can let loose, embrace their playful side, and create lasting mementos of cherished moments.
But The Shootin’ Gallery is more than just a photography studio—it’s a stage where ordinary individuals become the protagonists of their own vintage tales. For Brianna there’s nothing quite as fulfilling as watching clients immerse themselves in the experience, shedding inhibitions, and allowing their inner characters to shine through. It’s a celebration of nostalgia, creativity, and above all, the joy of capturing timeless memories that will be cherished for generations to come.
But The Shootin’ Gallery is more than just a photography studio—it’s a stage where ordinary individuals become the protagonists of their own vintage tales. For Brianna there’s nothing quite as fulfilling as watching clients immerse themselves in the experience, shedding inhibitions, and allowing their inner characters to shine through. It’s a celebration of nostalgia, creativity, and above all, the joy of capturing timeless memories that will be cherished for generations to come.
In a world where time marches relentlessly forward, The Shootin’ Gallery offers a welcome respite—a chance to pause, rewind, and savor the timeless elegance of days gone by. So step inside, don your finest attire, and let the magic of antique photography transport you to a world where every moment is a masterpiece waiting to be captured.
In a world where time marches relentlessly forward, The Shootin’ Gallery offers a welcome respite—a chance to pause, rewind, and savor the timeless elegance of days gone by. So step inside, don your finest attire, and let the magic of antique photography transport you to a world where every moment is a masterpiece waiting to be captured.
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Operating in Arcata, California, Nottland Studio is a boutique furniture and home goods store curated for “exceptional dreamers” (as founder Abigail Nottingham declares). As an interior designing professional, Abigail has a keen eye for furniture pieces and home goods that are simple, yet elegant. Each piece tells a story and has life breathed into it by men and women who live to create. The studio offers a wide range of upscale, bohemian treasures that are almost all exclusively locally created. The artifacts in Nottland Studio are curated with intention; one of the things that makes Abigail’s style so unique is the tendency to gravitate towards furniture where longevity is the most crucial characteristic beginning right at the moment of inception. You will find nothing that has been mass-produced inside the store.
Walking into the studio, you immediately notice the lean into an earthier color palate. This can be attributed to Abigail’s tendency to prefer more natural materials like wood and clay to synthetic polymers and plastics. The second thing is the store’s lighting. All the lighting fixtures in the studio are handcrafted installations by Lamps by Hilliard, an Arcata staple boutique
light-fixture company hailing from the 70s and headed by Sam Hilliard. “At Hilliard, we operate with one goal in mind: to create something useful, beautiful, and cherished” (Hilliardlamps.com). Hilliard lamps are characteristically both stylish and timeless. By using durable materials like bronze, stone, and glass they can ensure that their creations will become heirlooms for another generation. Using the appropriate mixture of space, color, and material, artists at Hilliard’s enhance every feature which, in turn, can elevate the space the lamp/fixture occupies. If you want to change the look of your home completely, the most important area to focus on is the lighting. It has also been proven that the lighting in your space directly impacts your mental health. So, if you find that you have been in a rut lately or just need to make a change, making the small investment to upgrade the lighting in your home might be the most useful use of funds possible.
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Crafting with Your Kiddos: Pendulum Art
By Billie Lyons
Many parents have a makeshift shrine of their kids’ art projects either on their refrigerator, the walls of their house, or at the office. Not that 27 macaroni pictures aren’t adorable and oh-so-colorful, but wouldn’t it be great to have something to display that was made by your children, but also looked classy and refined hanging on your walls? I bring you such a project: pendulum painting.
This activity is good for the ages of 3 to adulthood. In addition to being a really fun way to connect with your little ones, pendulum painting offers the ability to teach them about the basic laws of gravity and motion. You can ask them questions like, how does it affect the design when you push the pendulum harder or softer, or if you swing it outward in a circle or forward in a tight oval? Why do you think the pendulum makes a consistent design instead of splattering paint all over? The most common comparison (and easiest to grasp) is a swing.
You can use any colors you want and fill up the pendulum
cup as many times as you need to create that perfect design. As always, post photos of your adventures with pendulum painting on our Facebook @yHumboldtlife or Instagram @Humboldtlifemag.
The materials
• Two of the same height chairs (or two sawhorses, or two ladders)
• Twine or string
• A stack of disposable cups
• Washable paint
• Tape
• Scissors
• Broom handle, stick or other long dowel
• Something to paint on (large sheet of paper, roll of brown craft paper, canvas, a T-shirt, jean jacket, anything you can think of!
• Plastic drop cloth or a lot of newspaper
The process
First, you will want to line your chairs up back to back with one to two feet of space in between (you can adjust this later) and slide the broom handle or dowel in through the
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middles of the chairs so it rests about two or three feet off the floor (you can experiment with this distance when you’ve got the hang of it). You will find that many parts of this process are open to experimentation and customization.
Poke two holes under the lip of the disposable cup on opposite sides of each other, tie the twine or string through each side and slide on to the dowel. The amount of string you are using will depend on exactly how high you want the pendulum to be. You can have it hovering right above your canvas or tie it a little higher up. Poke a hole in the bottom of the disposable cup in the center, then put tape over the hole.
Before you add any paint, it is good to experiment with some water by itself in the cup so you can gauge exactly where the mess will be and how to arrange the materials to make clean up easy.
Thin your paint with an equal amount of water and fill the cup. Pull back the pendu-
lum cup and quickly pull tape off the bottom, then let it go. Try this
Experiment with the viscosity of the paint by using more or less water and observe what happens.
To create unique and beautiful paintings for your walls, simply select only the paint colors you want to complement your home. Pastels, a beige color palette, black and white, greyscale. You will find that if you have the right colors, you really can’t go wrong with the rest.
Experiment with the height of the broom, the force of the swing, the direction of the swing, mixing colors, changing the size of the hole in the cup, letting the paint run all the way out vs stopping it before it is empty, different kinds of paint (tempura, washable, dyes, latex, oil), etc.
At the end
Let your artwork dry completely. To protect your art, spray the finished piece with a clear fixative or varnish. ■
I Am a Failure
By Rene Kindinger
Hello Humboldt citizen, do you consider yourself to be a “failure?”
If so, that is fantastic! On behalf of us all, I would like to extend my gratitude to you for your contribution to society. You might think I’ve lost my mind, but you see, failure has been at the crux of every single invention and discovery since the very beginning. Those who invent and create can only do so because of the mountains of glorious failures that have come before them. If failure is the feet (or base) of innovation and discovery, then risk-taking is surely the backbone. Think of the substantial wins and achievements because someone risked it all in the fields of medicine, politics and innovation. Marie Curie and her husband spent years shoveling around and doing experiments with glowing dirt, which eventually was understood as radiation. As a woman, she had to do her work in complete secrecy and risked her life every day to bring her discoveries into the world. People called her both crazy and a failure for many long years, but she knew she was onto something. Henry Ford refused to take a job that he already knew how to do. Instead, he found it invigorating to drop into a profession he knew nothing about in a sink or swim fashion. How many jobs can you imagine he failed at?
History is full of these people, and it is also full of
those who have risked it all and failed. There are a million times more of those people out there. Most of the time, however, people are only interested in the stories about successful risk takers. It is quite easy to get lost in the stories of those who found success and forget that there is an entirely different side to innovation. Behind every great invention or discovery, there is the potential for financial ruin and heartbreak. In fact, I would argue that it is necessary for a successful civilization that someone step up to take those risks and utterly fail. These risk participants are those who partake in risky gambling, those who fail in the development of potential cures for fatal illnesses and those who invented a device or product that failed only for someone to incorporate it into constructing something successful (either right afterward or many years later). Without them, we would have no success stories. Consider those who gamble. There have been winners who took a huge risk on a final poker hand and became rich beyond our wildest dreams.
Opposite of that, countless more gamblers have taken that same risk and watched their world crash around them. The odds of succeeding on a huge risk are slim, but for those who succeed, the rewards are tremendous. Disregarding the seemingly insurmountable odds, there are still those who take these risks daily. Of course, the risk taker who succeeds would claim that everything was worth it, but the same could not be said for the majority who risk it all and fail. It is hard to say that big risks should not be taken, or that they should be approached with caution. We need those who throw caution to the wind for our species to progress as a society. Stories of others reaching greatness by surmounting huge risks serve to fuel others to take these same risks. Most of those people will fail, but our world needs them too. Little do these nameless daredevils know, the steps they take trying to find their way to glory are the same ones that provide footing for the ones who will achieve it. A majority of the time the only
real difference between the two is that those who succeed are simply those who made themselves try just one more time. There is almost no great invention that is not built upon the backs of the countless “failures” that came before. All of the losses at a casino give rise to the winners (and the winnings they covet), but if no one gambled there would be no one at the casino to either win or lose.
So the next time you start to feel like a failure, remember that our world would not exist without those who fail. Celebrate your disappointments as a public service and a learning experience. As Albert Einstein once said, “I have not failed. I have only found 500 ways that do not work.” Be proud of your fiascos, botches, disasters and catastrophes. More importantly, show each other a little grace and support. Know that the only real failure is the one who didn’t even try. And for those of you who have been colossal winners, remember to show appreciation to the people who provided the footpath to your success. ■
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Sunrise Mountain: Breathe in Humboldt
By Jason Smith
As a heritage cannabis farm nestled in the Humboldt County mountains, Sunrise Mountain has cultivated one of Humboldt Seed Co.’s most popular strains, Blueberry Muffin, and we can’t say enough good things about it. Certified Sun+Earth grown in the deep, higher elevations in Humboldt, Sunrise Mountain has produced a product that connoisseurs and casual users keep asking for.
Sunrise Mountain
Blueberry Muffin
• SUM 30% THC 25%
• Terps 3.8%
• Sampling ⅛ oz packaged on 8/3/2024
Quality and Aesthetics
Visually striking, with dense, well-cured nugs that are often a vibrant mix of green, purple and blue hues. The strain is generously coated in a frosty layer of trichomes, giving it a sticky, resinous feel. The orange pistils stand out against the darker tones, adding to the visual appeal.
Aroma and Flavor Profile
One of the standout features of Blueberry Muffin is its
incredible aroma. When we opened the glass container with its compostable lid, we were greeted with a sweet, berry scent that’s remarkably similar to a batch of fresh blueberry muffins. The flavor profile is just as impressive. On the inhale, you’ll taste a burst of sweet blueberries, which are both rich and smooth. The exhale brings out more of the earthy notes that linger on the palate.
Potency and Effects
Our high began with a gentle, euphoric uplift that gradually spread throughout the body. We very much enjoyed a sense of relaxation without being overly sedated. It’s ideal for unwinding after a long day. The mental clarity it provides allows for light productivity, but it’s equally enjoyable for kicking back and enjoying some downtime.
Sunrise Mountain Cannabis has crafted an exceptional strain in Blueberry Muffin. A well-rounded experience that’s hard to beat.
Sunrise Mountain and Humboldt Seed Co. products are available at many local dispen-
saries throughout Humboldt County. Humboldt High Society is now proudly partnering with our trusted friends at The Humboldt County Collective. Special thanks to Budtender Mac for helping select this month’s product. ■
The High Society is a group of close friends who decided to embark on a shared journey into the diverse world
of cannabis reviewing. With an array of strains laid out before them, each friend brings their unique perspective and palate to the table, ready to explore and evaluate the nuances of their chosen products. This collective review session promises to be an enlightening experience as they hash into the rich and varied cannabis landscape together.
Interested in getting your products reviewed by the Humboldt High Society, or have questions? Contact Melissa at melissa@myhumboldtlife.com.
CAL POLY HUMBOLDT HOME SCHEDULE
WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL:
SEPT. 19 CAL STATE DOMINGUEZ HILLS 7PM
SEPT. 21 CAL STATE LA 1PM
OCT. 3 CAL POLY POMONA 5PM
OCT. 5 CAL STATE SAN MARCOS 2PM
OCT. 10 CAL STATE SAN BERNARDINO 7PM
OCT. 12 SF STATE 5PM
OCT. 17 SONOMA STATE 5PM
NOV. 7 STANISLAUS STATE 7PM
NOV. 9 CHICO STATE 3PM
MEN’S & WOMEN’S SOCCER:
(W) = WOMEN ONLY (M) = MEN ONLY (W) SEPT. 5 AZUSA PACIFIC 3PM (M) SEPT. 6 WESTMINSTER 3PM (W) SEPT. 7 SEATTLE PACIFIC 11:30AM (M) SEPT. 8 DOMINICAN 2PM (W) SEPT. 18 JESSUP UNIVERSITY 3PM
OCT. 4 CAL STATE EAST BAY 12:30PM (M), 3PM (W)
OCT. 6 CAL STATE SAN MARCOS 11:30AM (M), 2PM (W)
OCT. 20 CHICO STATE 11:30AM (M), 2PM (W)
OCT. 25 SF STATE 12:30PM (W), 3PM (M)
OCT. 27 CAL STATE MONTEREY BAY 11:30AM (W), 2PM (M)
NOV. 7 SONOMA STATE 11:30AM (W), 2PM (M)
NOV. 15-17 WSOC HOSTS CCAA TOURNAMENT AT COLLEGE CREEK FIELD
SoHum Health Enters Next Phase for Construction of New Garberville Hospital
SoHum Health and the Ratcliff Architect team are pleased to share the draft architectural designs for a new, modern two-story healthcare facility to serve Southern Humboldt and surrounding communities. The facility will be split into two distinct parts—a hospital and a primary care clinic— located at 286 Sprowel Creek Rd. in Garberville. The facility will replace the current Garberville Hospital and Clinic, which is unable to meet pending seismic requirements. The Redwood Playhouse building will remain intact, and house additional health services and meeting rooms.
Hospital – roughly 30,000 square feet
• Emergency Department with eight beds
• Radiology services: X-Ray, CT, ultrasound, mobile MRI
• Full-service Laboratory
• Dining options with outdoor seating area
• Second floor inpatient nursing unit with 10 beds
• Helistop for expedited patient transfers
Community Clinic – roughly 15,000 square feet
• Full-service primary care facility
• Two specialty treatment rooms and 12 exam rooms
• Mammography suite
• Bone density scanning
• Second Floor outpatient surgery suite
• Meditation Park, a peaceful outdoor space for patients and families
SoHum Health is committed to ensuring that this new facility will significantly improve healthcare services for the Southern Humboldt community and neighboring areas. By integrating modern medical technology and a patient-centered design, the new hospital and clinic aim to enhance the overall health and well-being of the community.
Costs & Community Involvement
The total cost of the project has increased with rising building costs, inflation, and challenges finding qualified contractors in rural Humboldt County. The cost is presently estimated at $75,000,000. SoHum Health Foundation continues to seek additional grant funding, as well as donations from local individuals, businesses, and organizations to offset the costs of this project and reduce the long-term debt burden for the Healthcare District. The remaining balance will be financed by a 40-year USDA loan.
Project Timeline
Ratcliff Architects will continue to hold meetings with the local steering committee and key staff to fine-tune the
designs and ensure they meet the needs of patients and staff, as well as state and county regulations. In mid-2025, the designs will be submitted to the state for permitting. Upon acquiring the proper permits and financing, the project will be put out to bid. Groundbreaking is projected to occur in 2026,
with construction completion in late 2028.
SoHum Health Foundation urges the public to be a part of this community endeavor by making a contribution to sohumhealthfoundation.org, or contact foundation@shchd.org, (707) 923-3921 x1241 ■
Ham Radio Technician License Class O ered
The Humboldt Amateur Radio Club is offering a class to prepare students for the Amateur Radio Technician Class license examination.
The Technician Class license is the entry-level license for Amateur Radio. The class is free of charge and open to all members of the community and will be offered via Zoom.
The class will meet for 10 Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning Monday, Sept. 9, and concluding on Nov. 11.
The class will introduce radio and electronic fundamentals, tips on operating station equipment, procedures for communicating with other Hams, license and operating regulations and radio safety.
Following the class, the FCC licensing test is scheduled for
Saturday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m. at the Fortuna Fire Department, 320 South Fortuna Blvd.
Students are encouraged to purchase the textbook used for the class, ARRL Ham Radio License Manual 5th Edition, available from the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Store at https://home.arrl.org/action/ Store/Product-Details/productId/2003373064, for $32.95 plus shipping for spiral bound.
To get your Zoom meeting invitation or for more information on the class, contact Don Campbell by email at ke6hec@ sbcglobal.net or by phone at (707) 834-0042.
For more information on Ham Radio in Humboldt County, visit the Humboldt Amateur Radio Club website, humboldt-arc. org. ■
Artist rendition of the new SoHum Health hospital. Submitted
Ferndale Arts Gallery Honors
The public is invited to join the Ferndale Arts Gallery, 535 Main St., as we honor and celebrate our admired and respected founding member and past president, Camille Regli upon her retirement. Light refreshments and beverages will be served Saturday, Sept. 21, from 4-6 p.m. Live music will be provided by Har-monoius with Roger Vernon and Dave Buescher.
Camille Regli
Painting by Camille Regli.
Humboldt Hoops 3 on 3 Tournament
Humboldt Hoops Alliance presents a Fall Classic 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament at the Bear River Recreation Center Sept. 14-15, 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Currently there are four divisions available for registration for teams up to four players:
• Co-ed youth 13-15 years old
• Co-ed youth 16-17 years old
• Co-ed adult 18+ years old
• Girls youth 13-17 years old Registration is $100 per team with an early bird discount of $75 until Sept. 1. Cash prizes and or bonus
awards for first, second and third place of each division. Prize pool amounts will be release prior to the tournament. The tournament is presented by Universal Balance Productions, Leroux Woodworks and Live Like Geno Foundation, with special thanks to the Bear River Casino and Resort for sponsoring the facility. Rules, registration and more info are at humbhoops.com. Contact info@humhoops. com if you are interested in being a sponsor, referee or volunteer. ■
Camille was born in North Dakota and finished high school in Northern Idaho. Her parents moved the family to Fortuna after her high school graduation. Camille’s father was a teacher and during World War II taught air navigation by the stars while her mother worked at home.
Camille’s art involvement began when College of the Redwoods was being formed. CR offered a night art class at Ferndale High School. Each semester brought a different art class such as drawing or painting and Camille loved each one. Local artist Floyd Bettiga was one of her early teachers. Her art reflects her love of the Eel River Valley and the family dairy farm where she has lived since 1960.
An opportunity arose in April 1990 to be part of a cooperative gallery on the corner of Main and Shaw streets. Together with 20 other members, a group was formed to share the running of a fine arts gallery originally called
the Ferndale Arts Cooperative. Twenty-plus years later the gallery is at 535 Main St. and is called the Ferndale Arts Gallery. Camille was the only founding member left when she retired in February 2024. Her paintings of landscapes, still lifes, and home interiors make clear the love of her life in this valley. ■
Ferndale Arts Gallery hosts creations by 20 area artists in the gallery at 535 Main St. Upscale professional paintings and drawings, sophisticated ceramics, creative jewelry, detailed fiber art, repurposed art, exquisite wood turnings and local area photography greet visitors every day of the week. There is always an artist on duty to answer questions and assist art lovers.
For Healthy Aging, Avoid These Common Obstacles to Good Nutrition
(StatePoint) Proper nutrition is critical to older adults’ overall vitality, providing energy, helping to control weight, and even preventing and managing some diseases.
Unfortunately, 10% of older people don’t eat enough, while one-third eat too much, according to HealthinAging. org, which is the Health in Aging Foundation’s online public education resource. Such nutritional imbalances may be due to the range of common obstacles some people face as they age, including changing tastes, dental problems and difficulty accessing healthy foods.
“Charles,” a Cigna Healthcare Medicare Advantage (MA) customer, had several health issues when he was introduced to a nutrition program available through his MA plan. Through the program, he worked with a registered dietitian, started working out, and lost nearly 50 pounds. These changes fueled him to tackle additional health goals, including getting mental health support and assistance improving his sleep.
MA plans, like those offered by Cigna Healthcare, include “extra benefits” not available through Original Medicare. The Cigna Healthcare MA
nutrition program is one of those extras, and it primarily supports older adults with a body mass index below 22 or above 40, those with chronic diseases like diabetes and kidney disease, and those with low fruit and vegetable intake. Through the program, registered dietitians provide customers with dietary advice that can help them improve their health.
“We offer information, education and resources that are different for everybody and not restrictive,” explained Robin Neal, RD, one of the program’s dietitians. “The goal is to provide skills and tools so individuals can self-manage their diet after the program ends.”
Neal said results often include weight loss and improved blood sugar readings, such as those Charles experienced.
Of course, program advice varies by individual and their unique nutritional needs, but some tips everyone can benefit from include the following: Get your nutrients. According to the National Council on Aging, older adults should eat a variety of foods to get all the nutrients they need, including lean protein for muscle mass, as well as fruits and vegeta-
bles, whole grains and low-fat dairy. Choose foods with little to no added sugar, saturated fats and sodium. For an example of what a healthy plate looks like, visit myplate.gov.
Stay hydrated. Drink water often to aid digestion. Limit beverages with lots of added sugars or salt.
Visit the dentist. If you’re having trouble chewing, visit your dentist. They may be able to help. For instance, if you have ill-fitting dentures, chewing can be improved and more comfortable with a better fit. Additionally, choosing softer foods, such as canned fruit, soups or tuna, may help. Dental visits are a covered benefit in many Medicare Advantage plans.
Follow food safety guidelines. Food not prepared properly can make you sick. Because those with weakened immune systems are vulnerable to foodborne illnesses, it’s especially important for older adults to follow food safety guidelines. If you have any doubt about a food’s safety, throw it out.
Limit salt. Too much sodium can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. To stay heart healthy, ask your doctor for guidance on recommend-
ed daily sodium limits based on your health status and check food labels for sodium content. Cook more meals at home using lower sodium ingredients and avoid processed foods. Flavor dishes with herbs and spices.
Seek assistance if needed. Take advantage of MA plan benefits that can help you secure healthy foods, like transportation or grocery cards. Additionally, there are local and national programs to help those on limited incomes with nutritious food costs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). To learn about assistance available in your area, visit cignacommunity.findhelp. com.
To find MA plans offered in your area, visit Medicare. gov. For information on Cigna Healthcare plans, visit CignaMedicareInformation.com.
“By devoting your time and attention to eating well, you’ll not only be able to maintain a healthy body weight, but you can also reduce your risk of chronic disease and maintain your overall vitality as you age,” said Neal. “And, of course, if you have any questions about your health, you should always talk to your doctor. ■
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Calendar of Events
SEPTEMBER
9 MONDAY
FOOD
Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. Fresh produce, mushrooms, beef and pork, eggs, honey, crafts, body products, jams and plants. (707) 441-9999. ETC
Academia de Peparación para Desastres. . Early Head Start, 50 Center St., Rio Dell. Los temas de la academia serán relevantes para la Costa del Norte de California y recibirá un estuche de preparación por asistir los tres días. La resiliencia comunitaria comienza con las personas y familias que toman medidas básicas para prepararse. Únase a nosotros y aprenda qué hacer antes, durante y después de un desastre. Para registrarse haga clic aquí bluelakerancheria-nsn.gov/events/ disaster-preparedness- academy-rio-dell-spanish. Free.
10 TUESDAY
FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. Fruits and vegetables, crafts, music and hot food vendors. No pets allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals welcome. CalFresh EBT customers receive a market match at every farmers market. Free. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation. org/fortuna.html. (707) 441-9999. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. In-season produce, veggie starts, plants, grass-fed beef, pastured poultry and eggs, flowers, soap, herbal products and arts and crafts. gyppo.com. (707) 441-9999.
ETC
Academia de Peparación para Desastres. Early Head Start, 50 Center St., Rio Dell. See Sep. 9 listing.
11 WEDNESDAY
LECTURE
Redwood Genealogical Society Speaker Luncheon: Tami Trent. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Locha’s Mexican Restaurant, 751 S Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna. Fortuna mayor Tami Trent presents “My Family History and Its Fortuna Connection.” Lunch is two tacos, chips and beverage. All are welcome. Free, $15 optional lunch (tax included). rgsfortuna@ gmail.com. (707) 407-6359.
ETC
Academia de Peparación para Desastres. Early Head Start, 50 Center St., Rio Dell. See Sep. 9 listing.
12 THURSDAY
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. Monthly league nights are open to all ages and skill levels. Registration opens at 5 p.m. Games at 6 p.m. Different format each week. Bags are available to borrow if you do not own a set. Drinks available at the Canteen. Outside food ok. $15. mike@buffaloboards.com. TBA.
13 FRIDAY
MUSIC
Rodney Atkins. 8-9:30 p.m. Bear River Recreation Center, 265 Keisner Road, Loleta. Rodney Atkins is rocking the Bear River Recreation Center on September 13th. This is a 21+ event. Get your boots on and head down to Bear River Casino Resort! Enjoy your favorite hits like “Watching You” and “These Are My People.” With one of the most powerful voices in country music, this is a concert you won’t want to miss! Featuring Award-Winning local favorite Chad Bushnell! $59. Allykennedy@
Blithe Spirit. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. Noel Coward’s witty and haunting comedy about a novelist whose séance brings back the ghost of his first wife, leading to a series of hilarious and supernatural events. Through Oct. 6. ferndalerep.org.
Phoenix Rising. 7-9:45 p.m. Redwood Playhouse, 286 Sprowel Creek Road, Garberville. Saturday September 14th 2:00 - 6:30, Join us in front of the Redwood Playhouse for a free family friendly outdoor fair in celebration of community resilience and creativity in Southern Humboldt County- with music, puppets, workshops exhibition, non-profit info sharing and food. Plus 3 shows with the Spring Chickens, Recycled Youth, Feet First Dancers and Random People Theatre, in a collaborative production at 7:pm Friday, Saturday- doors open at 6:30, and 2:pm Sunday matinee - doors open at 1:30, at the Redwood Playhouse 286 Sprowel creek road, in Garberville. sliding scale admission$10-20 Free fair 9/14. Show: sliding Scale $10-$20. joshua@redwoodplayhouse.org. phoenixrising. redwoodplayhouse.org/.
FOR KIDS
Storytime in Spanish/Tiempo de Cuentos en Espanol. 3:30-4 p.m. Fortuna Library, 753 14th St. Vamos a celebrar la alfabetización temprana con cuentos y canciones en español. El programa es diseñado para niños de edades 2-6 y sus padres, pero también nos pueden acompañar otros miembros de la familia. Celebrating early literacy with stories and songs in Spanish. For children ages 2-6 and their parents or caregivers, but other family members are welcome. Free. (707) 725-3460.
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. Meat, eggs, produce, oysters, plants, mushrooms, jam, hot food and art. No pets are allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers are able to receive a market match at every farmers market. (707) 441-9999.
14 SATURDAY
MUSIC
Daniela Mineva and Tom Stone. 7:30 p.m. Fortuna Monday Club, 610 Main St. An evening of classical violin sonatas by Beethoven, Mozart and others. Piano and violin. $15.
Jimmy Dale Surf Trio. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Surf music. Local surf band The Starhoppers will open the show. $25.
THEATER
Phoenix Rising. 2-6:30 & 7-9:45 p.m. Redwood Playhouse, 286 Sprowel Creek Road, Garberville. See Sep. 13 listing.
OUTDOORS
Habitat Improvement Team Volunteer Workday. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.noon. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta. Help restore habitat by removing invasive, non-native plants and maintaining native plant areas. Wear long pants, long sleeves and closed-toe shoes. Bring drinking water. Tools, gloves and snack provided. denise_seeger@fws.gov. fws.gov/refuge/ humboldt-bay. (707) 733-5406.
15 SUNDAY
THEATER
Phoenix Rising. 2-4:45 p.m. Redwood Playhouse, 286 Sprowel Creek Road, Garberville. See Sep. 13 listing.
EVENTS
Ferndale Concours on Main. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Ferndale Main Street, Ferndale. See up to one hundred collectible vehicles at the seventh annual SCCA-sanctioned event.
For a full calendar and up-to-date information, visit northcoastjournal.com
OUTDOORS
Art and Nature at the Refuge. Third Sunday of every month, 1-4 p.m. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta. Art and nature exploration activities for all ages and abilities with monthly themes. Drop in between 1 and 4 p.m. Rain or shine. Free. denise_seeger@fws.gov. fws.gov/refuge/humboldt-bay. (707) 733-5406.
16 MONDAY
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. Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Sep. 9 listing.
17 TUESDAY
FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. See Sep. 10 listing.
MEETINGS
Parent Project. 6-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3300 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing.
19 THURSDAY
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
20 FRIDAY
EVENTS
Bargain Lovers’ Weekend. . Ferndale Main Street, Ferndale. Garage sales, sidewalk sales, barn sales and more. Some Thursday evening previews available. Free. info@visitferndale.com. (707) 786-4477.
FOR KIDS
Storytime in Spanish/Tiempo de Cuentos en Espanol. 3:30-4 p.m. Fortuna Library, 753 14th St. See Sep. 13 listing.
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. See Sep. 13 listing.
21 SATURDAY
ART
Reception for Camille Regli, Ferndale Arts Gallery. 4-6 p.m. Ferndale Arts Gallery, 535 Main Street. We invite the public to join the Ferndale Arts Gallery as we honor and celebrate our admired and respected founding member and past president, Camille Regli upon her retirement. Light refreshments and beverages will be served. Live music will be provided by Har-monoius with Roger Vernon and Dave Buescher. 0. www. ferndalearts.com. 707-786-7051.
OUTDOORS
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.
SPORTS
Tour of the Unknown Coast. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. City of Ferndale, Ferndale. Starting in the historic town of Ferndale, the course passes through towering redwoods, over coastal mountains and along the rim of the Pacific Ocean. tuccycle.org/.
23 MONDAY
FOOD
Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Sep. 9 listing.
24 TUESDAY
FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing.
Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. See Sep. 10 listing.
MEETINGS
Parent Project. 6-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3300 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing.
26 THURSDAY
EVENTS
North Coast Stand Down. . Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Veterans and their families are invited to join the many agencies and organizations from the county for services, food, clothing and community. Overnight stays are welcome, bring your pets. Join us on Saturday for a Veterans Day barbecue and live music.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Fourth and Last Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
27 FRIDAY
EVENTS
North Coast Stand Down. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Sep. 26 listing.
FOR KIDS
Storytime in Spanish/Tiempo de Cuentos en Espanol. 3:30-4 p.m. Fortuna Library, 753 14th St. See Sep. 13 listing.
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. See Sep. 13 listing.
28 SATURDAY
North Coast Stand Down. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Sep. 26 listing.
GARDEN
ETC
Adult Skate Night. Last Saturday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. Ages 18 and older only. IDs checked at door. Alcohol and drug-free event. $5.50 includes skate rental.
30 MONDAY
FOOD
Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Sep. 9 listing.
OCTOBER
1 TUESDAY
FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing.
Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. See Sep. 10 listing.
Parent Project. 6-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3300 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing.
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5. Citrus drinks
9. Roy ____, title character in “The Natural”
14. Spice Girl Halliwell
15. Like some sunbathers
16. Bewildered
17. Result after making a GIF of the answer to the clue “Word upon departing”? (2000 hit song)
19. Mark up or down, say
20. Exercise with a cobra pose
21. Madison Ave. cost
22. Result after making a GIF of the answer to the clue “Young women”? (1987 hit song)
27. 2013 Twitter event, briefly
28. Towing org.
29. Adjust
30. Really affected
33. “Hunger makes a thief of ____”: Pearl S. Buck
36. Result after making a GIF of the answer to the clue
“Altar agreement”? (1976 hit song)
41. Christopher Columbus, by birth
42. Mammal that often swims on its back
43. Mins. and mins.
46. Wing
47. Chem class site
48. Result after making a GIF of the answer to the clue “Senate passings”? (1999 hit song)
55. Egg container
56. Opposite of theirs
57. Olympics prize
58. Result after making a GIF of the answer to the clue “Speak”? (1983 hit song)
63. Baseball Hall-of-Famer George
64. One of the Four Corners states
65. Facility
66. Smart-alecky
67. Country once known as French Sudan
68. Mattress size
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1. Hush-hush org.
2. She befriends BB-8 in “Star Wars: the Force Awakens”
3. Vexation
4. Female oracle
5. What Wall Street laid, according to a 1929 Variety headline
6. Home of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building
7. Big name in ice cream
8. Go out with
9. What Gary has that George doesn’t
10. “SNL” alum Cheri
11. Rigel and Spica, for two
Espanol. 3:30-4 p.m. Fortuna Library, 753 14th St. See Sep. 13 listing.
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. See Sep. 13 listing.
5 SATURDAY
EVENTS
Fortuna Apple Harvest Festival. Redwood Village Shopping Center, 735 S Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna. A citywide celebration of the fruit of fall. Events include live music, downtown street fair, merchant and vendor street sales, children’s games and more. Free. mdodson@ci.fortuna. ca.us. (707) 725-2123.
7 MONDAY
FOOD
Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Sep. 9 listing.
8 TUESDAY
FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing.
Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. See Sep. 10 listing.
MEETINGS
Parent Project. 6-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3300 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing.
10 THURSDAY SPORTS
12. Any of the Fab Four
13. Most prudent, as advice
18. Casual greetings
21. “Me, too”
22. Best Picture of 1958
23. Device with earbuds
24. ____-Rooter
25. Klugman’s costar on “The Odd Couple”
26. Apply, as coat of paint
31. Comedian Notaro
32. Wordsworth’s “____ to Duty”
33. Garlicky sauce
34. Hubbub
35. “____ bad!”
37. Year in the reign of the emperor Augustus
38. “____ just take a minute”
39. Word with a handshake
40. Balls
43. WMDs tested in the ‘50s
44. Muralist Diego
45. Playground staples
49. Future counselor’s challenges, for short
50. Like ocean air
51. True
52. ____ bar
53. Bit of intimate attire
54. “The best ____ come!”
58. Bottom line
59. ____ standstill
60. Tool with teeth
61. “Try ____ might ...”
62. Kyoto currency
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna
WORD SEARCH
Sweater Weather
Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
11 FRIDAY
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. See Sep. 13 listing.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Griffin Loch’s Scream-a-torium Haunted House & Family Spooktacular. . Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Welcome to the SCAREGROUNDS, where your deepest fears come to life at the most thrilling haunted attraction at the Humboldt County Fairgrounds! Step into a world of heart-pounding excitement as you dare to journey through not one, not two, but THREE haunted mazes that will test the limits of your courage and send shivers down your spine. The FAMILY SPOOKTACULAR is for families and little ones to enjoy some autumn festivities like a pumpkin patch, live entertainment, bounce houses and even see our haunted mazes with no scares and lighter tones. Through Oct. 31. www. screamatoriumhaunt.com/.
12 SATURDAY
MUSIC
Pitts Family Quartet. 7:30 p.m. Fortuna Monday Club, 610 Main St. An evening of classic selections to fiddle tunes and Broadway song and dance. Piano, violin and voice. $15.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Griffin Loch’s Scream-a-torium Haunted House & Family Spooktacular. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Oct. 11 listing.
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OUTDOORS
Habitat Improvement Team Volunteer Workday. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta. See Sep. 14 listing.
14 MONDAY
FOOD
Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Sep. 9 listing.
15 TUESDAY
FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. See Sep. 10 listing.
17 THURSDAY
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
18 FRIDAY
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. See Sep. 13 listing.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Griffin Loch’s Scream-a-torium Haunted House & Family Spooktacular. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Oct. 11 listing.
19 SATURDAY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Griffin Loch’s Scream-a-torium Haunted House & Family Spooktacular. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Oct. 11 listing.
OUTDOORS
Forest Restoration at Rohner Park. Third Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Fortuna Firemen’s Pavilion, 9 Park St. See Sep. 21 listing.
20 SUNDAY
OUTDOORS
Art and Nature at the Refuge. Third Sunday of every month, 1-4 p.m. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta. See Sep. 15 listing.
21 MONDAY
FOOD
Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. See Sep. 16 listing.
Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Sep. 9 listing.
22 TUESDAY FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6
p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. See Sep. 10 listing.
24 THURSDAY
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Fourth Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
25 FRIDAY
FOOD
Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church
Street. See Sep. 13 listing.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Griffin Loch’s Scream-a-torium Haunted House & Family Spooktacular. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Oct. 11 listing.
26 SATURDAY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Griffin Loch’s Scream-a-torium Haunted House & Family Spooktacular. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Oct. 11 listing.
ETC
Adult Skate Night. Last Saturday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Sep. 28 listing.
27 SUNDAY
MUSIC
Robbie Fulks. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Alt. country and roots musician. $25.
28 MONDAY
FOOD
Miranda Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. Miranda Market, 6685 Avenue of the Giants. See Sep. 9 listing.
29 TUESDAY
FOOD
Fortuna Certified Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. 10th and Main streets, 10th and Main streets, Fortuna. See Sep. 10 listing. Shelter Cove Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. See Sep. 10 listing.
31 THURSDAY
MUSIC
Particle Kid. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Folk-a-delic Forest-Funk Space-Punk Avant-Pop Psych-Rock Dope-Scapes. $25.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Griffin Loch’s Scream-a-torium Haunted House & Family Spooktacular. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Oct. 11 listing.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Last Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
NOVEMBER
4 MONDAY
MUSIC
Willie Watson. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. American singer-songwriter and guitarist. $35.
6 WEDNESDAY
MEETINGS
350 Humboldt Monthly General Meeting. First Wednesday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m. See Oct. 2 listing.
8 FRIDAY
MUSIC
Laurie Lewis. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Bluegrass, Americana. $25.
9 SATURDAY
OUTDOORS
Habitat Improvement Team Volunteer Workday. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta. See Sep. 14 listing.
14 THURSDAY
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna
Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
16 SATURDAY
OUTDOORS
Forest Restoration at Rohner Park. Third Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Fortuna Firemen’s Pavilion, 9 Park St. See Sep. 21 listing.
17 SUNDAY
OUTDOORS
Art and Nature at the Refuge. Third Sunday of every month, 1-4 p.m. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta. See Sep. 15 listing.
18 MONDAY
FOOD
Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. See Sep. 16 listing.
21 THURSDAY
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
22 FRIDAY
THEATER
Cinderella. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s timeless fairy tale returns to warm the hearts of children and adults alike during the holiday season. Through Dec. 22. ferndalerep.org.
28 THURSDAY
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Fourth and Last Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Sep. 12 listing.
29 FRIDAY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Holiday of Trees and Bazaar. 4-9 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Belotti Hall will be adorned with decorated holiday trees. These trees may by purchased and delivered to your home or business. Open to the public for viewing and silent auction. The Holiday of Trees event will include an Artisans Bazaar with local vendors, kids corner, food, drinks and Santa.
Sparkling Light Spectacular. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. On December nights this holiday season, the Humboldt County Fairgrounds will transform into a magical realm of warmth and wonder. Guests can walk or enjoy from the warmth in their own cars. This annual driving/walking light tour will offer transmitted music, hot chocolate and illuminated enchantment. Through Dec. 24. Closed Thursdays.
30 SATURDAY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Holiday of Trees and Bazaar. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Nov. 29 listing.
ETC
Adult Skate Night. Last Saturday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See Sep. 28 listing. ■
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