HUMBOLDT
How Jack Rieke’s Garden Grows
Cozy
Meals ............................ 26
Three New Year’s Resolutions That Can Make You Happier 26 Easy Renter-Friendly Tips to Weatherize Your Home 27
Pet Hacks 101 27
COMMUNITY NEWS
Old Town Gets a Lift From Volunteers .. 28
Local State Employee Wins Film Liason Award 28
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Jack Rieke Gives Humboldt a Green Thumbs Up
By Meg Wall-Wild
The story of the American Dream is largely written by young people armed with nothing but ambition rolling up their sleeves and getting to work. Sixteen-year-old Jack Rieke did just that when he started his first job at a Payless Drug Store. His journey took him from stocking shelves to management, but in his heart of hearts Jack really wanted to own a garden center.
In 1995 Rieke saw that Shafer’s Ace Hardware in Henderson Center was on the market. He snapped it up. A shrewd move as the hardware store with a garden center means his customers can maintain their properties both inside and out with only one trip away from home. Added bonus:
He got that garden center he dreamed of, finding a way through the back gate to realize his green thumb desires. Looking for a garden gnome to watch over your apian visitors? You’ll find them already in training, overlooking pollinator plants that also entice hungry hummingbirds.
Construction is a natural fit with hardware, so it is no surprise that Rieke built his business foundation with another location in Eureka, as well as one in Willow Creek and a partnership with the Ace in Fortuna. His business involved family from the first step when he bought the Henderson Center store in partnership with his mother and stepfather, RoseAnn and Vern Cooney. Rieke bought out them
out 10 years later. Although they suffered the loss of Vern in 2014, RoseAnn still works in the garden center at the main store. With a solid plan of succession, the next generation is already working with their sleeves rolled up, too. Jack’s daughter Kacy Fisher keeps the books, and her spouse, Tyson, manages the Eureka Harris Street store. With the involvement of three generations, Rieke said communication is key to keep Shafer’s running smoothly. The three-in-one oil found in Aisle 14 helps with everything else.
Their dedication to Humboldt was recognized when the Riekes were named the 2023 Rhododendron Parade’s grand
Photos by Melissa Sanderson
Jack Rieke in Shafer’s wood stove shop.
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marshals by the Old Town Rotary Club of Eureka. They personified the “Hometown Superheroes” that maintain the underpinnings of our community. Jack Rieke’s excitement when talking about his involvement in youth sponsorships, Toys for Tots and the Boys and Girls Club is infectious. He is proud of the part Shafer’s Ace plays in raising funds for Willow Creek’s Dream Quest Teen and Youth Center by inviting customers to donate by rounding up their total purchase. The center provides music, dance, drama and art classes, along with special events and other resources needed by Humboldt’s youth. Tyson and Shafer’s got a special shoutout for building a new picnic table and raised beds for Cutten and Ridgeway schools’ greenhouse, again showing how gardening and hardware go hand in hand, or more like trowel and screwdriver.
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“It is an honor to be born and raised here. I love this community.”
— Jack Rieke
Eureka Police Department to forge neighborhood connections than through a donated barbecue grill and propane tank that feeds a lot of happy event goers? The way to our community’s heart is definitely through its stomach!
Michele serves on the Board of Directors for North Coast Dance, supporting the ballet corps of the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts. The NCD Academy gives young artistes an opportunity to learn and perform ballet, jazz, hip hop and contemporary dance, again putting the Rieke’s dedication to youth programs into action. Shafer’s Ace also helped local law enforcement reach out to the community. What better way for the
Jack and his family support nuts and bolts community projects, like the Carson Park bathrooms. Their dedication rises to meet every challenge Humboldt throws at us, helping the community mend after natural disasters like when the slippery Eel River escapes its banks or the recent December 7.0 shaker that left many of us in need of building supplies and soothing empathy. Their Facebook page encourages DIYers to post their project
photos to share their triumphs. Shafer’s Ace Hardware may be where you and your new partner bought your first Christmas tree, or where you took your little ghosts to the Henderson Center Spooky Halloween Trick-or-Treat.
The Reike family grew next to yours throughout it all.
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It is fitting that Jack Rieke found his happy place in a family hardware store. He still absolutely loves driving the
forklift past colorful bedding plants with a big grin on his face. He speaks of his grandchildren with love, proud of this next generation. When asked about his Humboldt life, Jack said, “It is an honor to be born and raised here. I love this community.”
Humboldt is lucky to have Jack and the Rieke family to help us repair, maintain and beautify our homes and community. Now where’s that screwdriver? Is it Philips head?
Jack on the job at Shafer’s Ace Hardware on E Street.
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Going Home to Gallagher’s
WAshley Silva
ith an ever changing restaurant landscape, food fanatics like myself often vacillate between excited anticipation for new restaurants coming to Humboldt, and dread at the possibility of a cherished one closing down. Even those of us who embrace change draw the line when our favorite places, dripping with nostalgia and comfort, are unceremoniously snatched away from us. When their lease was up and Gallagher’s Irish Pub moved out of the historic Eagle House in Old Town Eureka, it felt like the end of an era. Even though they moved just a short drive up the highway, there was a sadness at the change up; how many nights did I spend bar hopping to and from the pub, packed shoulder to shoulder along that famous bartop? Would it ever feel the same spending a St. Patrick’s Day without the sounds of Irish music pouring from the double front doors and down the streets of Old Town?
Despite the change in locale, the kitchen staff who followed Gallagher’s to its new home on Fourth Street have given diners peace of mind with the continuity of excellent offerings from the kitchen. The same tasty Reuben and the same bangin’ bangers and mash are available to soothe your cravings. The same chowder, chock full of clams and potato is there, too. And, fortunately, the same vibe of ye olde world pub with nods to Ireland and many a beer sign and whiskey bottle adorning the
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shelves makes it feel like the old Gallagher’s we know and love. But in the years since the move, Gallagher’s has seen other changes, including an ownership change in August of 2023, with more changes slated to come in 2025.
New owner Mark Hill, fifth generation from a Hydesville ranching family, moved back to town after spending about 25 years away from Humboldt. The stars aligned; just as he was transitioning out of his past life in the finance industry, Gallagher’s went up for sale. “I always wanted to open a restaurant,” he says, as his daughter and the restaurant’s new manager, Haley, brings me a drink menu. He tells me that he and his daughter delved headfirst into their new venture by taking a trip to Ireland for some hands-on R&D. They ate and drank their way around, noting the best traditional foods to bulk out the Irish portion of their menu, and even became certified Guinness pourers at Dublin’s Guinness Storehouse.
As I look over the menu
(knowing full well what I’m about to order the halibut and chips), Hill starts pouring a Guinness, stopping part-way to let it rest a moment while he makes me an Irish Plumber cocktail — a frothy golden concoction of Jameson whiskey, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, and pineapple juice. That the restaurant came with a liquor license for their full bar, he tells me as he tops off the Guinness, made buying the restaurant a no-brainer. In addition to the beers on tap, imbibers can choose from a list of classic and Irish-themed cocktails. Before disappearing into the back for a few minutes, Hill notes the old Shenanigan’s pizza menu, which the former owner kept on when Gallagher’s moved into the building, is being phased out to make room for some tasty new additions which haven’t yet made their debut. Colcannon, for one — Irish mashed potatoes with cabbage, one of my favorite potato dishes ever, and boxty — potato pancakes with corned beef and a parsley cream sauce
From top: The whiskey-based Irish Plumber cocktail; halibut fish and chips; tangy fried pickles; salted caramel apple pie.
— will be joining the menu. As I furiously Google boxty, he emerges from the kitchen with some crispity goodness: a plate of thinly sliced, broad and battered fried pickles with ranch to set the stage before the main event. I only eat a couple to save room for the fish and chips which arrive shortly thereafter.
There’s a reason Gallagher’s won the North Coast Journal’s Best of Humboldt Fish and Chips category — they cook up sheer perfection in fried form. Three expertly battered cuts of moist and flaky halibut with golden chips stacked on a classic newspaper-covered tray, accompanied by a homemade tarter, a slice of lemon, and a cup of coleslaw with a good snap to it, cool and light to balance out its fried counterparts. If you’re into the classic malt vinegar with your
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fish, they’ve got you covered. And if you still have room, try ordering a salted caramel apple pie — Hill’s take on a baked-in-a-bag traditional dessert, buttery crusted, caramel drizzled, and à la mode with a scoop of vanilla.
Perhaps the biggest change coming to Gallagher’s in early 2025 is that they are changing locations — again. This time, however, the restaurant is going home. With the closing of the Eagle House’s Tavern 1888, the old Gallagher’s location in Old Town is now officially set to be the new location of Gallagher’s Irish Pub. According to Hill, Gallagher’s will reopen in the first quarter of the year, bringing the Irish party back to Old Town in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Rejoice! At the new location, they’ll carry on their current weekly traditions, like surf and turf night and prime rib night, and the crowd favorite Thursday nights featuring live music by Irish fiddler Dana Connors. I don’t know about you, but on March 17th, I know exactly where I’ll be. ■
Anthony’s Tile
Stuff
By Lauri Rose
Are you calling me a hoarder? I’m not a hoarder. Really, I’m not. Hoarders have winding pathways through a house piled high with 10-year-old unopened boxes of crap purchased off the shopping channels. My house isn’t like that! The books? Books don’t count. You can’t have too many books, even if you have to stack them on the floor. So, let’s not hear about the books again, OK?
Just call me a collector. Can you live with that? Call me a bringer-home of groovy stuff. I mean, could you pass up a 1925 Freeze-Ezzy ice cream maker? And if your mother died, would you just throw away the unraveling wicker Pancho Villa figurine she got in 1935 in Tijuana when she was just 10 years old? Come on! Let’s be real — you wouldn’t have the heart either. And I bet you couldn’t throw away the last baby-blue pair of tennis shoes she wore. The ones with the worn sides, the ones you spent so much time looking at as you walked her and her walker down the street saying,
“Mom, don’t drag your feet, it ruins your shoes.” Just like she told you when you were five and she was walking you. Yes, I am aware I just applied for Medicare and Social Security. I know I’m getting old, whatever that means. Obviously something different to me than to you. I guess you’re telling me my next rite of passage is signing up for hospice and it’s only a matter of time before you have to come clean out the mess of stuff I’ve collected? Is that what you are getting at? OK, OK I hear you, but I’m not a hoarder; there are no dead and decomposing rats on my shelves. Clean skulls and claws of roadkills do not count! My stuff is cool. Mostly. That gold-painted pebble? That was given to me by some stoned hippie at a music festival? No, I don’t remember which music festival. No, I don’t remember the hippie either. And, I don’t remember who gave me that scarf you are calling a rag. Who do you think you are, anyway, going through my stuff, passing judgment on whether my
T-shirts have too many holes? Of course I’ve gotten too round to wear the antique silk lingerie. I know that. But what are you going to do with it? Absolutely not! That was hand sewn by someone; you aren’t going to throw it away! That’s the issue, isn’t it? You think I’m going to leave too much stuff for you to clean up! You kids don’t have the same sentimental attachment to stuff we Boomers do. Your furniture is utilitarian, your knicknacks nonexistent. You don’t feel duty-bound to hang on to useless family heirlooms just because they link you to your ancestors and your children are supposed to treasure them when you die. You younger folks live bare of sentiment.
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You keep your rooms sparse, your collection of stuff resides on Instagram. I’ll get rid of that lingerie sometime before I die (maybe). I’ll do the right thing by you and pick away at my stuff, slowly. I’ll try my best to lessen the burden for when you come with your garbage bags and dump runs. But until then, I’m holding on to the things that make me sigh: the letter from an old lover, the cockatoo cup from a trip with my mother, the one plastic horse left over from my preteen collection. And if I bring home another hand-embroidered linen tablecloth and cram it, despite your objections, into the already full closet, it just proves I’m not dead yet. ■
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Lighting Up Your Life
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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Beat the Winter Blues
(Family Features) With colder temperatures and dreary skies, it can be easy to feel a touch of the winter blues. However, there are some ways you can freshen up the inside of your home, no matter what the weather is doing outside.
Feel Better with Fragrance. The part of the human brain that registers smells is closely linked to the part of the brain related to emotions. Adding some pleasant fragrances to your home can help boost your mood. Try room diffusers, candles and potpourri in different rooms. Popular aromas include citrus like orange, grapefruit, tangerine and lime, and herbs and spices such as rosemary, eucalyptus, spruce, peppermint and cinnamon.
Cheer Up with Color. Colors are often associated with moods and emotions. While you may not be able to repaint an entire room,
you can add touches of color to brighten up your spaces. Accent pieces like frames, vases, bowls or knick-knacks can be inexpensive ways to bring a cheery touch to a room. Textiles are another way to bring a pop of color — pillows, throws or accent rugs.
Lighten Up with Light. Many people with Seasonal Affective Disorder are treated with light therapy, which includes using light boxes that emit light similar to daylight. Changing your light bulbs can help lift your mood, too. Look for bulbs with a color temperature of 5,000 Kelvins or higher. They produce light that most people will perceive as similar to daylight. Bulbs coated with neodymium filter out the yellow cast emitted by many bulbs. . Find more ideas for brightening up your home this winter at eLivingtoday.com. ■
Now is the Time to Set Your Financial Resolutions for 2025
(StatePoint) January is a time for setting goals, new habits and fresh starts.
Here are five financial New Year’s resolutions you can set for yourself, along with how a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional can help you achieve them:
Boost your financial IQ: Financial literacy is critical to building wealth. It will help you break bad habits and make better choices. From managing debt to investing, a CFP® professional can educate you on potential strategies for reaching your goals. When you work together to execute those strategies, you’ll do so with a clear understanding.
Plan for the future: Because of compound interest, the right time to get serious about your investments and savings is always as soon as possible. If you’ve delayed this goal, make 2025 the year to open or increase your retirement account contributions. Your CFP® professional can make recommendations for what type of accounts to open. They can also help you calculate how much you need to contribute monthly to have the retirement you desire and to meet your other long-term goals.
Aren’t you exhausted from planning and hosting birthday parties and events at your house? Bring your whole party to the paintball field and save yourself the worry and hassle of having to set your whole house up and only to break it down a few hours later. Instead of chasing kids around your home with coasters in hand, this year you can actually be a part of the fun!
able here and there is an onsite pro available to give you those little tips and tricks to elevate your game in no time. Summer is here; when adventure calls, will you answer?
Reduce your tax burden: It’s not too early to begin planning for tax season. Work with your advisor to use tax-advantaged investments and deductions to keep more of your money next year.
Review your insurance policies: Figuring out whether you have the right types of insurance coverage in place and in the proper amounts can be tricky. Review your policies with your CFP® professional to better understand this important aspect of your overall financial plan.
Make a budget: Whether you’re currently spending more than you earn or earning more than you spend, creating and adhering to a budget is the best way to get smart about your finances. If you’re in a net deficit, you can look to your budget to identify where you can reasonably reduce expenses, or alternatively, boost your income. Your budget can also show where to direct any surplus.
You can find a CFP® professional by visiting LetsMakeAPlan.org.
This new year, let a financial advisor trained to examine every facet of your finances help you get your ducks in a row. ■
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How to Make the Mac and Cheese of Your Dreams
By Rene Kindinger
The holidays are chaotic, that much is common knowledge. There is all the shopping to be done, last minute yard work to get through, family members coming in and out of town, and decorating to take place, So, who wants to stand behind a stove for hours if you’ve been running around all day? Yuck! Wouldn’t you much rather spend that time enjoying your family or treating yourself to a good book? I want to introduce you to a mac and cheese recipe that is easy, delicious, and a huge crowd pleaser (especially with the kiddos). I’ve been using this recipe for a couple of years now and it never disappoints.
Time to prepare: 20 mins
Time to cook: 30 mins
Yield: 12 servings
The Ingredients
4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (by hand, do not use pre-shredded cheese as it has a coating on the cheese that makes it more difficult to use and it just doesn’t taste the same)
2 cups Gruyere cheese (can also be substituted for jack or even pepper jack cheese if you are feeling adventurous), also shredded 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs (in a pinch, you can also
toast some lightly buttered and seasoned bread until crispy and crush up yourself)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups chilled whole milk
1/3 cups all-purpose flour
6 Tbsp unsalted butter
4 Tbsp of butter melted Salt and pepper to taste ¼ tsp paprika
16 oz shell or tubed pasta, cooked al dente
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
How It Is Done
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a 3 or 4 quart baking dish. Put aside. Combine the two grated cheeses and put aside.
You want to start by getting the pasta ready. Boil pasta in a saucepot and remove from heat when the pasta is al dente (a little chewy) and drain. Drizzle in the olive oil and stir the pasta making sure to coat everything evenly. This will help keep the pasta from sticking together. Set pasta aside to finish cooling down.
The backbone of this recipe has to be the creamy and delicious roux. Melt the butter (6 Tbsp) in a pan that is relatively deep. Once butter is melted, whisk in the flour continuing until the mixture is
a golden-brown hue, about 1-2 minutes.
Slowly pour, while whisking, the milk and the heavy cream. When you begin to see bubbles, whisk for an additional 2 minutes. The mixture will begin to be quite thick. Whisk in salt and pepper.
Add two cups of the cheddar/gruyere cheese combo to the mixture and whisk until blended. Then repeat with the addition of another 2 cups. The result should be a very thick and creamy texture.
Stir in the cooled pasta until pasta is thoroughly coated with mixture. Spoon half of the pasta into the baking dish. Add the remaining 2 cups of cheese to the baking dish. Then spoon in the remainder of the pasta/sauce combination on top.
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, panko breadcrumbs, and paprika. Sprinkle generously over the baking dish (this is your topping). Place the baking dish into the oven for 25 mins. As soon as the timer signals the end of
the 25 mins, switch the over to broil for an additional 1 or 2 mins (until you achieve a light brown/almost burnt look on the top). Watch the dish very carefully when it is broiling, as only a few extra minutes will result in the dish burning. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Variations
My favorite thing to do is to broil 6 strips of bacon beforehand and crumble the pieces into the mixture the same time I add the pasta to the sauce mixture. I believe everything tastes better with bacon.
You can also add grated parmesan cheese to the panko crumb mixture at the end for max cheesiness.
You can also add some chopped fresh scallions to the top of your dish right before cutting to serve to achieve a more polished, finished look. ■
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Cozy Up With Nourishing, Soup-Centered Meals
(StatePoint) As the days grow cooler, nothing comforts quite like a warm bowl of soup. Welcome the crisp air by making wholesome, hearty soups the star of your meals. Ideal for family dinners, quiet nights in, or meal prep for busy weeks, soups are versatile and satisfying, offering a variety of flavors and textures that the whole family will love.
While soup has always been a cool-weather favorite, incorporating it into baked dishes can bring a new twist to classic recipes. By adding seasonal ingredients, protein and hearty grains, you can create balanced, warming meals that feel both familiar and fresh. Soups not only provide comfort, but they also pack a nutritious punch. Filled with vegetables, legumes and whole grains, they’re a great way to create nourishing dishes that warm both the body and soul. Amy’s Kitchen, known for its high-quality, organic meals and snacks, cooks its soups from scratch—using slow-simmered broths, fresh vegetables and plant-based proteins.
This soup season, Amy’s is introducing five new soups that can transform any meal into a nutrient-rich delight. Whether you’re savoring a Sunday supper with their Pasta Fagioli, warming up with Vegetable Jambalaya, Dal Makhani, or Gumbo Soup, or whipping up a pot of 3 Bean Vegetable Chili for a football watch party or tailgate, Amy’s soups provide flavorful, wholesome solutions for every occasion.
Want to elevate your soup
game? Try incorporating classic soups into new recipes! Host a cozy soup night or brunch gathering with friends, where everyone brings their favorite twist on traditional soups. Need some inspiration? Here’s a crowd-pleasing recipe to try that pairs cheesy cornbread with flavorful chili.
Chili Topped
Cheesy Cornbread
Ingredients
2 corn on the cobs
1 cup self-rising flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
3/4 cup natural yogurt
4.6 fluid ounces olive oil
1 cup instant polenta
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 bunch green onions, finely sliced
3 ounces feta, crumbled
1/2 can Amy’s Organic 3 Bean Vegetable Chili
1 1/2 ounce mature cheddar, grated
1 teaspoon nigella seeds
Directions
1. Place a large frying pan over high heat and char the whole corn on all sides for 10 minutes, turning regularly until slightly blackened. Remove to a board and cut off all the kernels into a bowl.
2. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease and line a 10-inch ovenproof skillet pan.
3. Tip the flour, baking powder, cayenne pepper and 1 teaspoon salt into a bowl and whisk together.
4. In another bowl, mix together the yogurt, oil, polenta, maple syrup and vinegar; whisk until combined.
5. Pour the wet mix into
the dry ingredients and fold to combine. Add the green onions, feta and charred corn and stir again.
6. Pour the cornbread mix into the prepared skillet. Add small spoonfuls of Amy’s Organic Spicy Chili on top. Top with grated cheddar and nigella seeds. Bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes until risen and a
skewer comes out clean.
7. Enjoy while warm or serve at room temperature. Best eaten that day.
Pro tip: Serve alongside smashed avocado or fresh tomato salsa. Slice the cornbread up, pop into the freezer and when you fancy a slice, simply defrost and reheat in the toaster. ■
Three New Year’s Resolutions That Can Make You Happier
(SPM Wire) While many New Year’s resolutions people make are intended to improve health and finances, fewer deal with another marker of well-being: happiness. Here are goals you can set for a more joyful 2025: Get more sunlight: Studies show that sunlight can boost your mood, so resolve to catch some rays every day. Get outdoors for a walk. Throw open your blinds or curtains. If this is not possible, consider using a light therapy lamp.
Spend time with friends: Carve out time during the
week to see the people who make you laugh and feel good about yourself. Can’t meet in person? Try a video call or even an old fashioned phone call.
Stop scrolling: With a growing number of reports linking social media to depression and anxiety, it may be time to limit your scrolling. During downtime, consider replacing scrolling with activities like reading a book, crafting or journaling. You don’t even necessarily need to put your phone down. Learning apps can be a great alternative to mindless scrolling. ■
StatePoint
Easy Renter-Friendly Tips to Weatherize Your Home
(StatePoint) Taking the proper steps to weatherproof your rental is a simple way to stay snug this cold-weather season while also resulting in notable savings on heating and energy bills.
In fact, a Duck brand survey found that 80% of people noticed a decrease in their heating bill after using affordable weatherization products, such as window insulation kits, weatherstrip seals and door draft seals. With this in mind, here are temporary ways to prep your rental for the winter without causing any damage.
Install draft seals. Doors and windows are notorious for letting in cold air, which can drastically affect your home’s temperature. Fortunately for renters, the Duck Brand Double Draft Seal is a removable solution designed to insulate your door from both sides, blocking drafts while maintaining the room’s temperature. Simply slide the seal under interior or exterior doors and window frames. The seals are reusable, making them a smart choice for keeping your comfort intact wherever you choose to live next.
Hang thermal curtains.
Thermal curtains are an excellent option if you’re looking for DIY ways to increase your space’s energy efficiency. By hanging these insulated
drapes, the cold air between the window and fabric remains trapped, helping to maintain a comfortable temperature without the need to turn up the heat. If your lease doesn’t give permission to drill into the wall, use a tension rod to install them.
Embrace window kits. If thermal curtains aren’t your style, installing a removable window kit is just as easy. The Duck Max Strength Rolled Shrink Film Window Insulation Kit creates an added barrier between the outdoor air and your home’s inside. Plus, unlike thermal curtains, the clear film allows natural light through windows.
Dress your floors. Who said weatherization can’t be stylish? By placing decorative, cozy rugs on hardwood floors and tiles, you can further insulate your rental. While these items won’t fully prevent heat loss, they do offer an extra layer of warmth and can help reduce drafts from cold floors, making them an obvious choice if you’re looking to stay warm without making permanent changes.
For more weatherization howto’s, head to www.duckbrand. com/weatherize.
By taking these steps, renters can remain draft-free and damage-free, staying warm while lowering costly electric bills. ■
Pet Hacks 101
By Billie Lyons
Look, we all love our furry friends, but between kids, jobs, holidays, and routines, sometimes we don’t dedicate as much time to improving the lives of our animal companions as we would like to. If I hadn’t brought it up just now, would you have ever thought to look up pet hacks? It’s okay, we’re all busy. Sometimes all we need is a friendly reminder to spend a little more time improving things for the animals who dedicate themselves to being there for us.
Puppy Slow Feeder
90% of dog owners can understand this gripe. “My dog loves his food so much that he/she is just shoveling it in as quickly as possible.”
Sometimes, this can result in having to clean up random piles of dog puke and you’ve got a hungry dog again.
Materials: 8”-12” piece of PVC pipe, two end caps for the PVC, a drill, and drill bit that is a little wider than your dog’s food. Drill the holes all over the PVC pipe, pop one of the caps on, pour in the correct amount of dog food, put on the other end and drop. Entertaining for the both of you.
Downhill Fetch
If you have an active pup who needs fetch time to expel their energy outside of the home, playing fetch with them from the top of a hill will give them twice the workout they would get on flat land in no time. So if you are pressed for time you can still give them the workout they deserve without making yourself late.
Puzzle Time
Buying expensive enrichment toys for your dog can add up. Save yourself the cash and opt for an old muffin tin instead. Its super simple — drop a treat in each compartment, put a tennis ball (or other small ball) on top of each treat, then give it to your dog. Having to move the toy to get a treat activates their problem-solving skills. Now that you have strengthened the bond you have with your hairy companion, I hope that some of those will be added into your daily pet care and maybe even inspire you to go digging around for more. They’re out there, for every kind of animal in every kind of environment. Happy hunting! ■
Old Town Gets a Lift From Volunteers
Old Town Beautification
Join the volunteers of Old Town for a morning of gardening, Saturday Jan. 4, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
This month, meet at the Adorni Center at 1011 Waterfront Dr. The volunteers will then head up to Second Street to work on the native planters along the sidewalk. All supplies are provided.
This event occurs bimonthly. The next event on March 1.
For more informaiton email hatwood@eurekaca.gov or visit facebook.com/eurekacommunityservices.
Old Town Stewards needs volunteers
Join the Old Town Stewards Program and become and ambassador of hospitality, history and community pride. Visit EurekaCa.gov/OldTownStewards or email OldTownStewards@EurekaCa.gov for more information. ■
Local State Employee Wins Film Liason Award
The Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission is proud to announce that Heidi Quintrell, a Humboldt local employed by CalTrans District 1, won the Public Employee of the Year State Award at the California On Location Award show (the COLAs). The award ceremony took place on Sunday, Dec. 8 in Los Angeles. The COLAs honor the best location professionals in entertainment as well as public, state and federal employees that go above and beyond in assisting productions during filming.
Quintrell was nominated by Cassandra Hesseltine, the region’s Film Commissioner, for her ability to problem solve and keep the region film-friendly. Quintrell was specifically recognized for assisting the location team of
Paul Thomas Anderson’s BC Project, now titled The Battle of Baktan Cross. The final award of the night was a celebration for the area as well. Location Team of the Year, Studio, was granted to the team of The Battle of Baktan Cross, which Hesseltine worked closely with for the portions that were filmed in Humboldt County.
The Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission is proud to see our region getting recognition for our film-friendly locations and locals. Various locals have been both COLA finalists and winners in past years. If you would like to learn more about the COLAs you can visit colaawards.com. To learn more about the Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission, visit hdnfc.org. ■
Old Town Beautification volunteers. City of Eureka
COLA recipient Heidi Quintrell (left) with Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commissioner Cassandra Hesseltine. Submitted
Sequoia Park Ivy League is back for Another Pull
We have our own Ivy League in town and it’s not what you think. Instead of hitting the books, volunteers are hitting Sequoia Park to eradicate invasive ivy.
Drop into the park anytime between 9 a.m and 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18. Volunteers meet at the Glatt Street Fountain at Glatt and T streets. All
supplies and training provided.
The Seqoia Ivy Leage meets monthly. The next events are Feb. 15, March 15 and April 19. This event is family-friendly, minors must be accompanied and managed by their guardian. Please contact (707) 441-4218 if you have questions, or visit facebook.com/ eurekacommunityservices. ■
Eureka Police Department Employees of the Month
Eureka Police Department Supervisors are excited to announce Dispatchers Dakotah and Jade as December’s Employees of the Month.
Dakotah and Jade are both excellent dispatchers and excel in their role and take pride in their work and a job well done. They make a solid team and are always willing to assist out the Communications Center and fellow co-workers. Dakotah’s skill level and knowledge are on par with dispatchers with years of experience and always has positive attitude and is a pleasure to work with. Jade excels at her role as a
Da’ Yas Park Construction Extends to February 2025
Eureka’s Da’ Yas Park Project (previously 20/30 Park), located at 2605 Pine Street, will have construction extended to February 2025. The park will remain fully closed to all pedestrian access and use. Road closures will continue to be in effect.
Authorized work hours will continue to be Monday through Friday, 6am-6pm. Heavy equipment will not be authorized until 7am.
Key elements for upgrading the park includes a multi-sport court, various age play areas, inclusive play, ADA paths/ walkways, open space field, picnic areas, fitness stations, restroom building, new parking and upgrades to Jacob Haney ballfield.
Dispatchers Dakotah and Jade Eureka Police Department
dispatcher and she is one of the best in the center in her ability to research information in the various systems and has helped multiple times find the correct information with little to go on. Jade and Dakotah set excellent standards for new dispatchers in the center and can be counted on to made solid decisions throughout their shift. ■
The contractor will make every effort to make this work as painless as possible. The city is are asking for patience, cooperation and understanding during the construction work.
Any illegal activity in or around the park during construction should be reported to EPD immediately. For emergencies, call 911.
For non-emergencies, call (707) 441-4060. Community diligence in monitoring the work site will help ensure an efficient and interruption-free project.
This project is made possible due to a grant from California State Parks Statewide Park Program. If you have any questions or concerns about this project, please contact the Community Services Department at (707) 441-4241.
About Da’Yas Park
20/30 Park was established in 1952, and made possible with assistance by the 20/30 Club, a service club comprised of 20 to 39 year-old men, no longer active in our region. The Henderson Center Kiwanis Club also helped in the early part of the development by sponsoring skating shows with the proceeds going for the development of the playground. They also helped the carpentry class of Eureka High School build the field house.
On December 6, 2022, Eureka City Council voted to rename the park Da’ Yas Park / Where the Cypress Are Park. ■
EPD Receives Grant to Reduce Alcoholrelated Harm
TThis grant will assist the City of Eureka in protecting the youth and addressing crime at
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he Eureka Police Department announces they have been awarded a $43,362.00 grant from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to reduce alcohol-related harm in their community.
Sequoia Park Ivy Leage. City of Eureka
EPD Receives Grant
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problem locations.
The grant is one of nearly 50 awarded in California to local law enforcement agencies through ABC’s Alcohol Policing Partnership (APP) program.
These grants strengthen local law enforcement efforts by combining theirs with ABC agents who have expertise in alcoholic beverage laws to help reduce alcohol-related harm within their community.
“The Alcohol Policing Partnership program can improve the quality of life in neighborhoods,” said ABC Director Joseph McCullough. “We’ve seen a real difference in the communities where the grant program’s resources have been invested.”
The APP program was created in 1995 to strengthen partnerships between ABC and local law enforcement agen-
cies. The program is designed to keep alcohol away from minors and prevent harm to the community.
The funds will be used to help prevent alcoholic beverage sales to minors and obviously intoxicated patrons, illegal solicitations of alcohol, and other criminal activities such as the sale and possession of illegal drugs.
The APP program has distributed approximately $3 million to local law enforcement to combat alcohol-related harm. ■
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is an agency of the government of the state of California charged with the regulation of alcoholic beverages. ABC’s mission is to provide the highest level of service and public safety to the people of California through licensing, education, and enforcement. ABC is a department of the Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency.
Baywood Women’s Golf Association
Helps Fight Hunger
The Baywood Women’s Golf Association made a donation of $1040 to Food for People’s annual Holiday Food and Fund Drive during their Nov. 22, 2024 fundraiser.
Food for People relies on
the support of community members and organizations during the holiday season to fund its food distribution and nutrition programs. To learn more about how you can support the food bank please visit foodforpeople.org. ■
Carly Robbins, Executive Director of Food for People, was presented with the check from Baywood Women’s Golf Association members Birgitta Portalupi and Pam Cahill. Submitted
CDFW Advises Hunters to Take Avian Flu Precautions
Avian Influenza H5N1 is again circulating in susceptible wild birds wintering in California.
Preliminary detections of avian influenza have been made in wild birds collected in late October and November from several counties including Contra Costa, Marin, Monterey, Los Angeles, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, and San Diego. Predators and scavengers that feed on infected birds may also be at risk of acquiring infection. Avian influenza spreads through direct bird-to-bird contact and may also spread to birds through contaminated surfaces including hands, shoes, clothing and hunting gear. While the Centers for Disease Control considers the transmission risk of avian influenza to people to be low, residents and waterfowl hunters are advised to
take precautions to protect themselves, hunting dogs, falconry birds, poultry and pet birds.
People are asked to report dead wild birds and other wildlife to CDFW and sick and dead poultry to the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) hotline at (866) 922-2473.
If recreating outdoors in areas with large concentrations of waterfowl and other waterbirds, wash clothing and disinfect footwear and equipment before traveling to other areas or interacting with domestic birds.
Additionally, hunters should harvest only waterfowl that look and behave healthy; field dress and prepare game outdoors or in a well-ventilated area; wear rubber gloves while handling game; avoid direct contact with intestinal contents and dispose of them in a container that is protected from scavengers; avoid eating, drinking, smoking or vaping while handling dead game; wash hands thoroughly after contact with game; thoroughly cook all game before consumingand thoroughly wash all dogs after hunting outings. ■
Dirt and neglect are the #1 cause for heating and cooling failure. One of the most important steps you can take to prevent future problems and unwanted costs is bi-annual maintenance. When done properly, maintaining your system will save you money on energy bills and, just as importantly, help your system last longer.
Snow geese. CDFW
Calendar of Events
JANUARY
1 WEDNESDAY ART
Art Club. First Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Redwood Retro, 211 G St., Eureka. Come for the conversation and bring your own project or get materials and instruction for an additional fee. Sign-up and this month’s project online. $22. stainedghost.com.
OUTDOORS
First Day Hike at Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. 11 a.m.-noon. Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, 1440 U.S. Route 199, Crescent City. California State Parks wants you to kick off 2025 in a healthy way and enjoy the fresh air with the annual First Day Hikes, on Wednesday, January 1. Join us at 11 am in Simpson Reed Grove Trail at Jedediah Smith Redwoods. Park at Walker Road and meet at the Simpson Grove Trailhead. First Day Hikes is a national-led effort that encourages individuals and families to experience, with a seasoned guide, the beautiful natural and cultural resources found in the outdoors and in doing so may inspire them to take advantage of these treasures throughout the year! 0. erika.granadino@parks.ca.gov. www. parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30737.
2 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. With a live model. Bring your own art supplies. Call to contact Clint. $5. synapsisperformance.com. (707) 362-9392.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. Explore trails and share mindfulness practices, group conversation and other eco-therapeutic activities. Transportation available for Eureka residents. Call to pre-register. Free. chaskell@eurekaca.gov. eurekaheroes. org. (707) 382-5338.
ETC
Heads Up This Week. Volunteer opportunities, contests and more.
3 FRIDAY ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. Hosted by Joyce Jonté. $10, cash or Venmo. 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.
4 SATURDAY
ART
Arts Alive. First Saturday of every month, 6-9
p.m. Historic Old Town Eureka, Second Street. Art, and a heap of it, plus live music. All around Old Town and Downtown, Eureka. Free. eurekamainstreet.org. (707) 442-9054.
ETC
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.
6 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. This informational Zoom session will go over the steps and safeguards of Area 1 Agency on Aging’s matching process and the different types of homeshare partnerships. Email for the link. Free. homeshare@a1aa.org. a1aa. org/homesharing. (707) 442-3763.
8 WEDNESDAY
DANCE
Line Dancing in the Ballroom. Second Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Instructor led and all skill levels welcome. Ages 16 and up. $10. events@histroiceaglehouse.com. historiceaglehouse.com/live-music-events. (707) 444-3344.
9 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
10 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
11 SATURDAY
FOOD
Pancake Breakfast. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon. Salvation Army, 2123 Tydd St., Eureka. Fundraiser to benefit the local community. Pancakes, sausage, eggs and coffee. $8, children/seniors $5. stephanie.wonnacott@usw. salvationarmy.org. (707) 442-6475.
OUTDOORS
Dune Restoration Volunteer Day. Second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. Restore the biodiversity of the coastal dunes with the team. Snacks and tools provided. Meet at the center a few minutes before 10 a.m. Free. info@ friendsofthedunes.org. friendsofthedunes.org. (707) 444-1397.
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
13 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
14 TUESDAY
ETC
Disability Peer Advocate Group. Second Tuesday of every month, 3 p.m. Virtual World, Internet, Online. Peer advocates supporting each other and furthering the disability cause. Email for the Zoom link. alissa@tilinet.org. English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See Jan. 7 listing.
16 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
COMEDY
Cowboys: A comedy from the sketch group Business Casual. 9-11 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Business Casual is a high-energy sketch trio originally from Los Angeles, currently based in Brooklyn. The group regularly appears at venues on both coasts, performing a brand of comedy that blends both sketch, improvisation, and clowning. They have been featured at Just For Laughs, Moontower, New York Comedy Festival, SF Sketch Fest, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. In the past, they have developed digital sketches in partnership with Funny or Die. In the future, they will be huge celebrities. 10. savagehenrycomedy.com.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
17 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
18 SATURDAY
MUSIC
Borromeo String Quartet. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Calvary Lutheran Church, 716 South Ave., Eureka. Featuring music composed by Mozart, Schubert and contemporary American composer Vijay Iyer. Presented by the Eureka Chamber Music Series. $40, $10 students. admin@eurekachambermusic.org. eurekachambermusic.org. (707) 273-6975.
ETC
Labyrinth Walk. Third Saturday of every month,
2-5 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 1428 H St., Eureka. Simple instructions and printed info on labyrinth history and practices. Reflect on the season, solstice or any life event with this meditative walk in a serene environment. All welcome. Free. (707) 442-1797.
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
19 SUNDAY
OUTDOORS
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.
20 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
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.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
21 TUESDAY
COMEDY
Broken Heart’s Club Care-E-Okie. 9-11 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Air out the shit you never got to say about your exes! Jokes, stories, singing and more. Crowd participation encouraged. Hosted by Elena German 5. savagehenrycomedy.com.
22 WEDNESDAY THEATER
Magic Show with Dale Lorzo a Family Literacy Party. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. Humboldt Literacy Project and Humboldt County Library invite families to a special magical Family Literacy Party featuring Dale Lorzo from Sacramento in several library visits. Using refined slight-of-hand, marvelous escapes, and masterful illusions, magician Dale Lorzo produces a unique experience filled with zest, sparkle, and comedy for the whole family! This is a free event for children and the adults who love them and each child in attendance gets to choose their own free book to keep. Be ready to learn some magic tricks you can perform with everyday household items! Free. literacyhelpers@gmail.com. www.humlib.org. 7074453655.
23 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest
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Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
24 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
25 SATURDAY
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
27 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
30 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
ETC
OUT 4 Business. Last Thursday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge, 139 Second St., Eureka. An LGBTQ+ professionals networking mixer providing an open and welcoming environment for all people of the LGBTQ+ community as well as friends, allies and business professionals who value diversity and inclusivity. events@historiceaglehouse.com. fb.me/e/3XK7QZyuk. (707) 444-3344.
31 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
FEBRUARY
1 SATURDAY
ART
Arts Alive. First Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. Historic Old Town Eureka, Second Street. See Jan. 4 listing.
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
2 SUNDAY MUSIC
Eureka Symphony Chamber Concert Benefit. 3 p.m. Eureka Woman’s Club, 1531 J St. Concert by the Temporary Resonance Trio, insights about the music by Terrie Baune, John Chernoff and Carol Jacobson, and sweet and savory treats paired with coffee and tea. $30. eurekawomansclub.org.
3 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
5 WEDNESDAY
ART
Art Club. First Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Redwood Retro, 211 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 1 listing.
6 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
7 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
8 SATURDAY
FOOD
Pancake Breakfast. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon. Salvation Army, 2123 Tydd St., Eureka. See Jan. 11 listing.
OUTDOORS
Dune Restoration Volunteer Day. Second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. See Jan. 11 listing.
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
10 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
12 WEDNESDAY
DANCE
Line Dancing in the Ballroom. Second Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Jan. 8 listing.
13 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
EVENTS
Humboldt Marble Weekend. . Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. Dozens of artists and thousands of collectors come together for a weekend celebration of contemporary marbles and marble hunting. humboldtmarbleweekend.com.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
14 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing. Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
15 SATURDAY
ETC
Labyrinth Walk. Third Saturday of every month, 2-5 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 1428 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 18 listing. Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
16 SUNDAY
OUTDOORS
Eureka Waterfront Guided Birding Trip. Third Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Eureka Waterfront, Foot of Del Norte Street. See Jan. 19 listing.
17 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOOD
Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. See Jan. 20 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
20 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
21 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
22 SATURDAY
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
24 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
27 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
ETC
OUT 4 Business. Last Thursday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Jan. 30 listing.
28 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
MUSIC
Eureka Symphony: Music As Legend. 7:30 p.m. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G St., Eureka. The concert begins with Chokfi: Sarcasm for String Orchestra and Percussion by Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate. Cello soloist Evan Kahn performs Haydn Concerto in C Major. The Howard Hanson’s Symphony No. 2 in Db Major. $21-$54. www. eurekasymphony.org/.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
1 SATURDAY
ART
Arts Alive. First Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. Historic Old Town Eureka, Second Street. See Jan. 4 listing.
MUSIC
Eureka Symphony: Music As Legend. 7:30 p.m. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G St., Eureka. See Feb. 28 listing.
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
3 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
5 WEDNESDAY
ART
Art Club. First Wednesday of every month, 6:308:30 p.m. Redwood Retro, 211 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 1 listing.
6 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
7 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
8 SATURDAY
MUSIC
Balourdet String Quartet. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Calvary Lutheran Church, 716 South Ave., Eureka. An evening of works by Erwin Schulhoff, Steve Reich and Felix Mendelssohn. presented by the Eureka Chamber Music Series. $40, $10 students. admin@eurekachambermusic.org. eurekachambermusic.org/. (707) 273-6975.
EVENTS
Annual Perilous Plunge. 8 a.m. F Street Dock, F Street, Eureka. Volunteers in wacky costumes jump into the bay to raise money for the Discovery Museum. Free.
FOOD
Pancake Breakfast. Second Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon. Salvation Army, 2123 Tydd St., Eureka. See Jan. 11 listing.
OUTDOORS
Dune Restoration Volunteer Day. Second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. See Jan. 11 listing.
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
10 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
12 WEDNESDAY
DANCE
Line Dancing in the Ballroom. Second Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Jan. 8 listing.
13 THURSDAY ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
14 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
15 SATURDAY
ETC
Labyrinth Walk. Third Saturday of every month, 2-5 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 1428 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 18 listing.
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
16 SUNDAY
EVENTS
Old Town Vintage Market. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Historic Old Town Eureka, Second Street. On G Street between Second and Third streets. eurekamainstreet.org.
OUTDOORS
Eureka Waterfront Guided Birding Trip. Third Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Eureka Waterfront, Foot of Del Norte Street. See Jan. 19 listing.
17 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOOD
Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. See Jan. 20 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
20 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
21 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
22 SATURDAY
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
24 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing.
27 THURSDAY
ART
Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
OUTDOORS
Nature Quest. 3-6 p.m. Headwaters Forest Reserve, End of Elk River Road, 6 miles off U.S. Highway 101, Eureka. See Jan. 2 listing.
ETC
OUT 4 Business. Last Thursday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge, 139 Second St., Eureka. See Jan. 30 listing.
28 FRIDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 10 a.m.-noon. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
FOR KIDS
Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
Weekly Preschool Story Time. Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. See Jan. 3 listing.
29 SATURDAY
ETC
Thursday-Friday-Saturday Canteen. 3-9 p.m. Redwood Empire VFW Post 1872, 1018 H St., Eureka. See Jan. 4 listing.
31 MONDAY
ART
Life Drawing Sessions. 6-8 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Jan. 3 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See Jan. 6 listing. ■
Fun & Games
CROSSWORD
ACROSS
1. Long-running A&E series ... or, read as two words, a description of this puzzle’s theme
9. Slip
15. Preventing progress
16. Slips
17. Scene at the big party at the finish line of the Iditarod Great Sled Race?
19. Squalid digs
20. And on and on
21. “Before ____ you go ...”
22. Crumple (up)
25. The Eagles’ “____ Eyes”
28. What always perked up Fidel Castro when he was feeling despondent during the Cuban revolution?
35. Cherish
36. Inclined
38. Nelson Mandela’s org.
39. Hamm of soccer
41. Novelist Rita ____ Brown
42. Folly
46. Not just a slip, in modern lingo
50. Sign meant to keep out all monogamists?
52. Senators Cruz and Kennedy
53. General Mills offering
54. Eyes of the tigre?
57. Egyptian ____ (cat breed)
60. Public health agcy.
63. Who to call when a person is nagging you?
69. Goddess with a European capital named for her
70. Salad green
71. Made like Baryshnikov
72. Totals
DOWN
1. Sounds from a souse
2. Go ____ great length
3. Trial fig.
4. Baseball scoreboard letters
5. “Dawson’s Creek” actor James Van ____ Beek
6. One having a little lamb
7. Atypical
8. The “S” of TBS: Abbr.
9. Title for Powell or Petraeus: Abbr.
10. Former fort on Monterey Bay
11. 1st or 2nd, e.g.
12. Object of pity for Mr. T
13. Hankering
14. [Hey, buddy!]
18. Rights org.
22. Not single
23. Suffix with drunk
24. Heavy-metal singer Snider
26. Vote for
27. You might get stuck with them
28. Spiced Indian tea
29. Civic engineer?
30. Title role for Charlton Heston
31. Hit hard
32. Pam of “Jackie Brown”
33. Director Polanski
34. “... to fetch ____ of water”
37. Tough to grasp
40. Donkey Kong, e.g.
43. Go beyond
44. The Cavs, on sports tickers
45. Since Jan. 1
47. Tick off
48. TV forensic series
49. “Empire” network
51. Title girl in a J. D. Salinger story
54. October birthstone
55. “Grand” or “petit” dance move
56. Dept. of Labor arm
58. What pi may be used to find
59. La Jolla campus, briefly
60. Bit of riding gear
61. Lamebrain
62. Liz Taylor role of ‘63
64. Pittsburgh-to-Boston dir.
65. “Way cool!”
66. Neurotic condition, for short
67. “If I Ruled the World” rapper
68. ___TV (“Impractical Jokers” airer)
Business Directory
APPLIANCES
Poletski’s Appliance Center
341 W Harris St., Eureka (707) 445-3138 poletskis.com
AUTO & TRUCK SERVICES
Conti Auto Repair 2600 Harris St., #4856, Eureka (707) 443-3505 rayconti.com
CLEANING SERVICES
Above All Cleaning Services 1753 River Bar Road, Fortuna (707) 617-0904 aboveallcleaning.net
Cleaning Solutions 2345 Togo St., Eureka (707) 362-5618
CLOTHING
Great Western Clothing Co. 4465 Broadway, Eureka (707) 443-9388 greatwesternclothing.com
CONTRACTORS & HOME SERVICES
Allen Epperly Handyman (707) 599-7723
Anthony’s Tile (707) 362-6356 anthonystileca.com
Humboldt Fence Co. 564 Hwy. 36, Fortuna (707) 822-9511 humboldtfence.com
Humbuildt Homes (707) 616-1172 humbuildthomes.com
On Point Construction (707) 407-8512 onpointconstructionca.com
DIESEL EQUIPMENT
SALES & REPAIR
Trinity Diesel 5065 Boyd Rd., Arcata (707) 826-8400 trinitydiesel.com
EDUCATION
Ditch School ditchschool.org
ELECTRICAL & SOLAR COMPANIES
Green Belt Electrical (707) 476-3720 greenbeltelectrical.com
ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION
Humboldt Paintball Community 2013 Drake Hill Road, Fortuna (707) 498-3835 humboldtpaintball.com
The Escape Room at Humboldt’s Hometown Store 394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 496-0588 humboldtshometownstore.com
FURNITURE STORES
Delta Mattress & Sofa Outlet 705 Fourth St., Eureka (707) 442-4510 deltamattress.com
Furniture Design Center 1716 Fifth St., Eureka (707) 442-6300 furnituredesigncenter.net
Living Styles Fine Furniture Galleries
Second & A streets, Eureka (707) 443-3161
GROCERY STORES
Eureka Natural Foods 1450 Broadway, Eureka (707) 442-6325
2165 Central Ave., McKinleyville, (707) 839-3636 eurekanaturalfoods.com
Grocery Outlet - Eureka 625 Commercial St., Eureka (707) 442-5802 groceryoutlet.com
HEALTH CARE
Moonstone Midwives Birth Center 4677 Valley East Blvd. #2, Arcata (707) 633-3009 moonstonemidwives.com
HEATING CONTRACTOR
Six Rivers Mechanical Humboldt and Trinity counties (707) 499-5867 sixriversmechanical.com
HYPNOTHERAPY
Cutting Edge Hypnotherapy cuttingedgehypnotherapy.com
INSURANCE
Cantua Insurance 778 Redwood Drive, Garberville (707) 923-1210
NorCalQuote.com
Western Health (888) 499-3198 choosewha.com/humboldt
INTERIOR DESIGN
Nottland Studio 699 G St., Arcata nottlandstudio.com
LANDSCAPING
Hewson’s Landscaping (707) 601-9696 facebook.com/HewsonLandscaping
LUMBER & BUILDING SUPPLIES
Almquist Lumber 5301 Boyd Road, Arcata (707) 825-8880 almquistlumber.com
MOTORCYCLE GRAPHICS & REPAIR
Fontaine’s Monster Graphics and Custom Bike Builds
147 S. Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna (707) 679-8461 kathleen400@gmail.com
ORGANIZATION SERVICES
Declutter Organize Breathe (707) 633-8262 KaleighHopeTuso.com
PET ADOPTION
Miranda’s Rescue 1603 Sandy Prairie Road, Fortuna (707) 725-4449 mirandasrescue.org
PUBLICATIONS
Ferndale Enterprise
394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 442-1400 theenterprise.net
REAL ESTATE
Hyperion Realty 427 F St. Suite 213, Eureka (707) 616-2548 hyperionhumboldt.com
REALTORS
Kilen Gilpin, Community Realty (707) 599-5770 communityrealty.net
RETAIL & GIFT SHOPS
Bell & Hook
863 H St., Arcata (707) 630-3571 bellandhook.com
Humboldt’s Hometown Store 394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 496-0588 humboldtshometownstore.com Plaza
808 G St., Arcata (707) 822-2250 plazaarcata.com
SPAS
Pure Water Spas 3750 Broadway, Eureka (707) 444-8001 jaysooter.com
SPORTING GOODS
Grundman’s Sporting Goods 75 Wildwood Ave, Rio Dell (707) 764-5744 Find us on Facebook and Instagram
TRAVEL AGENCIES
Dalianes Travel
510 Russ St., Eureka (707) 445-3245 dalianes.com
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