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FEATURES
Meet Me on the Avenue .
Tips to Spring Clean Your Budget
A Savory Favorite to Make St. Patrick’s Day Special
COMMUNITY NEWS
Five Benefits You Can Apply for Online at SSA .gov
Health Officials Urge Pertussis Vaccine 21
Humboldt Made Honors Local Entrepreneur Clint Victorine 23
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Roger Kirkpatrick’s Life O -road
By Meg Wall-Wild
Photos by Melissa Sanderson
Roger Kirkpatrick’s father owned a Garberville auto shop, so of course he gave his 2-year-old son a Big A Auto Parts toolbox. The little boy grew into a teen who didn’t need to take auto shop in high school. Good thing, too, as he would have radically skewed the curve. His toddler’s toolbox had come with a full Chevy 350 engine to play with. And play with motors he did, all the way around the world.
Garberville helped raise this fifth generation son of Humboldt. In 1992, the driven 12-year-old got a work permit through school. An alliance of talented motorheads nurtured the young grease monkey, making sure he got home after taking apart cars at the salvage yard. Roger built a motorcycle by the time he was 13, in between school, forklifting cars in the air, and swimming at Tooby Park. He worked at his dad’s shop, picking up welding and any other skill he could master. He used chisels to work with his stone mason uncle, too. From there his professional road led to Redway and Rooster’s Motorcycle and 4x4 Superstore, gaining ATV (all-terrain vehicles) and UTV (side-by-side universal-terrain
vehicles) repair experience. He got to work at Big A Auto Parts, too, selling toolboxes just like his.
As he entered adulthood, Kirkpatrick dealt with the heartbreak of his parents’ deaths. He had put the pedal to the metal to graduate early, saving his earnings with a plan to attend the Universal Technical Institute in Arizona. His mother was killed in an accident, followed by his father’s brain tumor diagnosis. Roger reluctantly moved to Phoenix while keeping an anxious eye on his father.
Kirkpatrick threw himself into a punishing schedule, working at a Phoenix regional car parts hub between trade school and Arizona State University classes. Later, Kirkpatrick was a race mechanic with Honda’s Plano motocross team for four months, before moving home to provide hospice care for his father. He worked as lead tech at Richard Miller Motorcycles in Eureka, commuting from Garberville until his father died.
Kirkpatrick could not get his dad out of his thoughts. In 2002, he opened a small race shop on Pine Hill (with Richard Miller’s blessing) that put him back on the map, but he felt alone. He decided to pull a u-turn, working for Cox Communications for six months before acknowledging it was not what he
wanted. He became hyperfocused on his true calling using his Humboldt network to pave the way. Friend and mentor Stormy Winters recommended him to Dr. Mike Billington to manage the new Eureka Motorsports Center, which Roger then grew into seven locations before venturing out on his own.
Kirkpatrick’s mad skills kept the calls coming. He had a blast working with KTM’s power beasts in Minnesota. He worked with talented local ATV racer Dana Creech. He got his hands on a Polaris 1000 before the general public — the legendary company tapped him to work with the Polaris research and development team. From 2015-17, Roger and his eldest son traveled the U.S. (sometimes by private helicopter) working with manufacturers like motocross monster maker Yoshimura and cool dude owners like B.C. Vaught, former drummer for nu metal band (hed)p.e.
Kirkpatrick’s business grew from a hobby to a side hustle to a full-on empire that sells auto parts around the world even while he sleeps (humboldtmotorsports.com). He opened his first Humboldt Motorsports in 2007, adding multiple franchises with combined buying power that all flowed through
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one location. By 2010, he had Humboldt Motorsports locations across the U.S., from California to New York. After years of managing this multistate business, he decided to let the employees run free. Literally. He let them take over their local outlets at no charge while keeping the internet sales and home base location to himself.
My Humboldt Life …
“… is blessed to be part of Humboldt.”
— Roger Kirkpatrick
Humboldt Motorsports franchises built Roger a real estate portfolio that opened a new door. “Industries change. Diversity keeps us going.” Kirkpatrick’s range of businesses includes metal building design and construction (to help keep your dune demons and crop crunchers safe), and generators (to help keep hospitals and schools running when they are needed the most). His knowledge of OHVs is used by PG&E to keep their repair fleet nimble enough to reach Humboldt’s nooks and crannies, and the new Humboldt Search and Rescue Polaris ATVs are used for seeking out those of us in need of saving. Kirkpatrick’s cylinders hum quietly at all times. He recently added a CNC plasma router and cutter to his business, so that Etsy project of yours is now within reach. Break out that plan for your prototype!
Kirkpatrick’s efforts were not all business. In 2008 a friend suggested working with juvenile
hall youth. “They can relate to what I went through. I just chose a different path. There is more than one way to do it right and wrong.” Knowing how valuable mentoring was to his own life’s roadmap, Kirkpatrick continues to give youth handson shop experience and more. “Kids come down to the shop looking for sponsorships. I want them to know someone believes in them.” Kirkpatrick’s quiet community engagement provides them with a good example to follow. His community service helped to give Humboldt a lot of fun, too. Although he is quick to point out he was but one of many, he helped to create and manage Samoa Dunes Recreational Area’s off-highway vehicle (OHV) access, as well as providing just the right beach chariot for your maximum enjoyment of same. Kirkpatrick also helped pull big companies together to sponsor the country’s largest utility task
vehicle event, Oregon’s family friendly UTV Takeover.
Kirkpatrick credits his success to the support of his family and employees, and Humboldt County. “Humboldt County has supported me since I was a child. If I hadn’t had the older gentleman helping me … I learned skill sets that are irreplaceable. If you were lucky, they would talk business with you, too.” Kirkpatrick sings the praises of his dedicated employees, some who have been with him for more than 15 years. He emphasized several times that he could not have accomplished what he has (a lot for his 44 years) without them. But it is his family that gets Kirkpatrick’s voice to thicken when speaking of time spent together on their small ranch boating, hunting or teaching his children to run the excavator.
Kirkpatrick’s tenacity brought him through tragedy and fueled his need to focus his life on his
family. He modestly finished the sentence, “My Humboldt life is …” with a heartfelt, “blessed to be part of Humboldt.” He gives thanks to his backbone, his wife Ehlana who runs her own business, Madrone Business Services, while caring for their family. “She dots the i and crosses the t, and I am a wild card. She supports me on all my little crazy things.” He may be a high-octane businessman but it is not industry success that drives him. “My kids are the focus of why I still push.” Kirkpatrick’s eldest son is now an operating engineer in his final apprentice year. He adores the fact that his teen daughter loves basketball courts and not engine bays. Yet the Kirkpatrick family tradition continues with his 4-year-old son having his own toolbox, in fact, a few (but he is still waiting for that big block engine). ■
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Kirkpatrick oversees the many facets of his diverse businesses.
Meet Me on the Avenue
and photos
by Jessica Ashley Silva
Spring is right around the corner, but recent years have brought late rains and cold temperatures that make it seem like winter will never end. At a certain point, you submit to the weather and refuse to stay cooped up. The redwoods call so you strap on your hiking boots and whatever waterproof gear you have (skip the umbrella, true northerners don’t need one); waiting on sunshine for your next adventure just isn’t an option.
Four of us ventured out on a recent trip to the Avenue of the Giants. The rain was pouring down but the sky-high redwood canopies intercepted enough of it to keep us relatively dry. After some creek crossing over fallen giants and some trail hopping to see hidden albino redwoods, we asked ourselves what any adventurers would after a morning of exploring: What sounds good to eat?
We returned to the Avenue after a little detour to Bull Creek Flats and headed straight for the Avenue Cafe in Miranda. We walked past (a very handsome) Bigfoot and through the doors to be greeted by the sight of Sheena Hawkins and the savory scents flowing from the kitchen where Jason Hawkins manned the pizza oven. The husband and wife duo bought the place after the stars aligned; just as Sheena closed her shop Blend Boutique in Fortuna, the couple’s friends and former owners of the Avenue Cafe decided to sell. The Hawkinses took over in late summer of 2022. After years of cooking for friends and family at parties and events they hosted, the self-proclaimed foodies were ready to dive into a totally new venture with the whole family. On a given day, you can find their daughters working in
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Top: The Avenue Cafe and official greeter, Bigfoot. Above: Half and half garlic chicken and Avenue pizza.
the cafe serving customers and washing dishes.
The inside of the cafe is cozy and warm, featuring a woodslab bar top and a handful of four-tops. The outside patio has additional seating, which is right where we parked ourselves — the overhead heat lamps kept us warm while the rain poured down around the patio’s overhang. Before perusing the extensive menu, we delved into some Imperial Blurberry cider from Humboldt Cider Co., one of the local makers featured at the Avenue Cafe, along with beer from Eel River Brewing Co. and wine from Briceland Vineyards, among other plentiful options.
your appetite. The Bigfoot fries are what originally drew me in to the place — a large plate of crisp fries topped with succulent pulled pork, gobs of melted cheese and a generous drizzle of a balanced barbeque sauce perfect for sharing (also perfect for hoarding to yourself — hey, no judgments here).
The menu features all the classics you conjure up in your mind when you think of a cafe — there are hearty homemade soups du jour (for any Olive Garden fans out there, zuppa Toscana is regularly on rotation); bright and fresh salads for those of us who like to eat the rainbow; and sandwiches and burgers galore. The Hawkinses kept the original menu after taking over the cafe but added some must-try options , like the Bigfoot fries, one of the menu’s many starters to whet
There’s Italian fare, too, including pasta dishes, pizza, calzones and focaccia. Now I know what you might be thinking: With such an extensive menu, how’s the consistency? I’m here to tell you, the consistency is on point. The Avenue Cafe’s approach to food is simple: Quality reigns supreme, as the fairer Hawkins tells me. They focus on homemade items, when possible, including their lasagna, meat sauce and marinara, manicotti, and their focaccia and pizza dough. Their pizza crust is balanced, a real Goldilocks situation with good bite and chew, and an airy quality to the pizza bone which I love (dense crust need not apply for this writer’s preferences). And the best part? Ample toppings.
On our recent trip in, the four of us ordered a smorgasbord of food so we could all share.
(Hot take: Real friends share their food with you. I can’t be pigeonholed into trying just one dish). My meatball sandwich was divine — homemade meatballs made with tarragon, tossed in Bolognese and topped with melted mozz, in a soft and crusty roll with a fresh salad on the side. And the patty melt, an oldie but such a goodie, featuring Eel River Organic Beef. Now there are two camps when it comes to a good patty melt: those who believe Thousand Island belongs on one and those who don’t. I’ve historically been in the second camp but the restraint with which the Avenue Cafe uses the dressing has won me over with the slight bit of tang commingled with the caramelized onions, American cheese and bonus bacon on toasted rye is *chefs kiss*. Do yourself a favor and upgrade to curly fries or battered onion rings, since they are perfectly fried and you deserve it.
The Avenue Cafe does happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and stays open late for UFC on Saturdays. In summer, the bustling tourist season keeps both the trails and the cafe packed, especially during community events like the Fourth of July block party. In addition to its normal menu, summertime at the cafe also features bakery goods from Garberville’s Il Forno Bakery. But in winter, Miranda, with its just over 500-person population, is a quiet town longing for its northern counterparts to come visit. So the next time you’re up for a rainy drive down Humboldt’s most famous Avenue, Sheena Hawkins invites you to bundle up and head south. She says, “We’re a hidden gem and if people make the drive, they will not be disappointed.” ■
The Avenue Cafe 6743 Avenue of the Giants, Miranda (707) 943-9945 avenuecafemiranda
Clockwise from top left: the Bigfoot fries, a jalapeño burger with all the fixin’s, meatball sandwich, patty melt with onion rings, Humboldt Cider Co.’s Imperial Blurberry cider.
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Tips to Spring Clean Your Budget
(StatePoint) With flowers blooming and birds chirping, you may be in a spring-cleaning mindset. As you spruce up your home, you can also channel that energy into getting your finances in tip-top shape!
According to Certified Financial Planning® professionals, here’s how to clear away the cobwebs in your budget:
Sort expenditures: If you’ve ever sorted your clothes and other items into piles during a spring clean, this budgeting principle will be familiar to you: Review your expenses and categorize them into needs, wants and expenditures you’re ready to part with. Whether you do this on paper or electronically, use a color-coded system to visualize where your money is going.
Review your streaming services: Electronic subscription bloat is common, as is paying for forgotten subscriptions after free trials end. For example, you may be subscribed to several of the most common entertainment streaming services, such as Netflix, Max and Hulu. Do you really need all of them? Whether it’s an online newsletter or a music streaming service, cancel unused subscriptions.
Avoid bank fees: Review your bank statements. Are you getting dinged with fees? Consider switching to a bank that doesn’t charge an account maintenance fee. You can also set up notifications to avoid
having your account get hit with an overdraft. If you do get charged, contact your bank to explain your situation — you may be able to have some fees waived.
Switch insurance carriers: Periodically review your insurance rates, and shop the market to see if better rates are available for home, automotive and other forms of insurance.
Reduce debt: If your debt is costing you a pretty penny, it’s time to act. A CFP® professional or credit counselor can help you craft a plan for consolidating debt into lower-rate credit card accounts, refinancing your mortgage and reducing your overall debt burden. You should also automate credit card payments (and other bills) to ensure you aren’t paying late fees.
Pay yourself first: Earmark a portion of your budget to savings and investments each month. This will leave you with more money for your important goals and less for frivolous spending.
To work with a CFP® professional who can help you roll up your sleeves and get to work on cleaning up your finances, visit letsmakeaplan.org.
This spring, go beyond dusting the baseboards and mopping the floors. Refresh your finances for a fresh start to the season. ■
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A Savory Favorite to Make St. Patrick’s Day Special
(Family Features) While some St. Patrick’s Day celebrations call for green beer and large gatherings, you may instead opt for a cozy evening at home with comforting foods and close friends. Make your home a St. Patrick’s Day haven with this hearty recipe, then discover more celebratory meal ideas from “Cookin’ Savvy” by visiting Culinary.net.
Irish Beef and Beer Pot Pie
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy.” Serves: 4-6.
1 pound ground beef
1 cup stout beer
3 tablespoons flour
1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 cup beef broth
1 bag (28 ounces) hashbrowns with peppers and onions
1 can (14 ounces) carrots, drained
1 can (14 ounces) peas, drained salt, to taste pepper, to taste
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 egg
Heat oven to 400 F.
In large skillet or Dutch oven, brown ground beef; drain and set aside.
Over medium heat, deglaze skillet with beer and whisk in flour. After thickening, whisk in tomato puree and add Worcestershire sauce. Mix in ground beef, garlic powder and beef broth. Add hashbrowns, carrots and peas. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Place puff pastry sheet on cookie sheet. Beat egg and brush over pastry. Bake 10 minutes. Place hot puff pastry on top of beef mixture and serve. ■
Irish Beef and Beer Pot Pie Culinary.net
Five Benefits You Can Apply for Online at SSA.gov
By Chuck Brannan
We continue to make it easier for you to access our programs and benefits. Our website SSA. gov offers a convenient way to apply online for benefits. You can apply for:
Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits – You must be at least 61 years and 9 months and want your benefits to start in no more than 4 months. Apply at ssa.gov/retirement.
Disability Benefits – You can use our online application at ssa.gov/disability to apply for disability benefits if you:
• Are age 18 or older
• Are unable to work because of a medical condition that is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death.
• Have not been denied disability benefits in the last 60 days. If your application was recently
denied, you can appeal our decision online and request a review of the determination we made. Please visit ssa. gov/apply/appeal-decision-we-made.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) – SSI provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness who have limited income and few resources. People age 65 and older without disabilities who have limited income and resources may also be eligible for SSI. Some adults with disabilities who meet certain requirements may complete the application process online. To learn more, visit ssa.gov/ssi. If you cannot visit our website, you can call 1-800-772-1213 to schedule an appointment. (If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may contact our TTY/TDD number, 1-800-325-0778.)
Medicare – Medicare is a federal health insurance program for:
• People age 65 or older.
• Younger workers who have received disability benefits for 24 months.
• People with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Note: They do not have a two-year
waiting period.
If you are not already receiving Social Security benefits, you should apply for Medicare up to 3 months before turning age 65 at ssa.gov/medicare. You should consider your Medicare options even if you are still working and covered under an employer group health plan (or your spouse’s employer health plan through their active employment).
Extra Help with Medicare
Prescription Drug Costs – The
Extra Help program helps Medicare beneficiaries with prescription drug costs, like deductibles and copays. People on Medicare who need assistance with the cost of their medications can apply for Extra Help at ssa.gov/medicare/part-d-extra-help. ■
Please share this information with your friends and loved ones.
Health Officials Urge Pertussis Vaccine
Local cases on the rise
Local public health officials are stressing the importance of getting vaccinated for pertussis and flu after seeing a recent increase in cases.
Since November 2024, 30 cases of pertussis have been diagnosed locally in people between ages 3 and 70 years old, with most occurring in people 16 and younger
The highly contagious respiratory illness, also known as whooping cough, typically begins with cold-like symptoms and sometimes a mild cough or fever before progressing to severe coughing fits which can include uncontrollable, violent coughing and can make it diffi-
cult to breathe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Babies with pertussis may not cough, but may gag and gasp instead, as well as have a symptom known as “apnea,” which is a pause in their breathing pattern.
The whooping cough vaccine, known as DTaP, is a combination vaccine that protects against diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough. The three-dose series can be given to babies at 2, 4 and 6 months old with two booster doses at 15 to 18 months and 4 to 6 years old.
According to the CDC, pertussis is a cyclical bacterial infection
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Chuck Brannan is a Social Security Management Support Specialist in Eureka
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that peaks every three to five years. Immunity, whether from getting the vaccine or from having the disease, typically wears off within five years, leaving previously immune children susceptible again by adolescence.
A booster shot is recommended for anyone over 11 years old who has not yet received one.
The illness can be especially dangerous for infants and young children and pregnant people are encouraged to get vaccinated during pregnancy, so they can pass on antibodies which help protect infants from pertussis until they are old enough to be vaccinated.
Locally, 14 cases were reported in 2024 (eight of which were in the last two months of the year), and only one was reported in 2023. The last local outbreak was in 2019, where
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Humboldt County saw 12 cases (including confirmed, suspected and probable cases).
Additionally, local hospitals are noting an uptick in people coming into the emergency department with the flu. In the past 10 days, they’re reporting 20 to 30 cases a day. Health officials are encouraging people to get their flu vaccine if they haven’t yet.
For additional information about pertussis, visit the California Department of Public Health website, talk to your medical provider or phone the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Communicable Disease Program at 707-2682182. To make an apçpointment for a vaccine, contact your health care provider or call the Public Health Clinic at 707-268-2108. ■
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Humboldt Made Honors Local Entrepreneur Clint
Victorine
Humboldt Made is proud to honor Clint Victorine and the Eel River Organic Beef team for their outstanding generosity this holiday season. With a donation of over $68,000 in organic primal blend ground beef and bone broth—totaling 14,208 pounds—their contribution has profoundly impacted the Eureka Rescue Mission and provided nourishment to countless community members in need.
“It’s deeply inspiring to see how local businesses step up to support our Humboldt County community,” said Rosa Dixon, Executive Director of Humboldt Made. “Clint and the Eel River Organic Beef team embody the spirit of Humboldt Made with their commitment to both quality and compassion. Their generosity nourishes more than bodies; it strengthens our community.”
This remarkable act highlights Eel River Organic Beef’s unwavering commitment to supporting their community and honoring their roots in the Eel River Valley.
Clint Victorine, a native of the Eel River Valley, began rais-
Hayfork on the Flight Deck
ing beef during high school as a member of Future Farmers of America (FFA). After earning a degree in Agricultural Business from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, he founded Victorine Livestock, which evolved into Eel River Organic Beef in 2000.
Eel River Organic Beef is now a leader in 100% Certified Organic Beef, supplying premium products to hundreds of retail locations nationwide, including Whole Foods Markets.
Their cattle graze across 50,000 acres of certified organic pastures in California, including the lush Eel River Valley of Humboldt County.
With a commitment to regenerative agriculture, Eel River Organic Beef has over 20,000 acres enrolled in a carbon sequestration program.
Eel River Organic Beef is proud to raise grass-fed, grass-finished cattle in a stress-free, antibiotic- and hormone-free environment. Their focus on producing high-quality, environmentally friendly beef is matched by their passion for giving back to the community that supports them. ■
Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Robert Ramirez, from Hayfork, California, sends hand signals to the pilots of an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the “Battle Cats” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73 during flight operations on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 29, 2025. Wayne E. Meyer is underway in U.S. 3rd Fleet conducting routine operations.
The Navy Office of Community Outreach travel the globe to collect Sailors’ stories and distribute them to their hometown media.
Benbow Wine
Auction
Raises
over $92,000 for New SoHum Hospital
The Benbow Wine Auction on Nov. 9, 2024 was a resounding success. More than 200 attendees enjoyed delicious hors d’oeuvres from J Catering, Il Forno, Cafe Feast and Benbow Inn, along with wine tastings from thirteen worldclass wineries and Humboldt Cider Co. The live auction, led by Auctioneer Tom Allman, gener-
ated an impressive $48,850. With strong community support for the construction of the new hospital and clinic in Garberville, the event raised a grand total of $92,173 for this important cause. It was an incredible evening of generosity and celebration! Save the date for this year: November 8, 2025. ■
Photo by U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Charles J. Scudella III
Fortuna Kiwanis Spreads Holiday Cheer with Community Projects
Fortuna Kiwanis has been busy this holiday season, bringing joy and support to the community through a variety of meaningful projects. As a group dedicated to service and fostering connections, their contributions make a significant impact across Humboldt County
One notable effort is their involvement with the California Conservation Corps’ Christmas party. Known for their deep ties to the community, the Conservation Corps provides volunteers for local events year-round, and Fortuna Kiwanis is proud to give back by making their holiday celebration extra special.
In partnership with the Fortuna Fire Department, the
Mobile Optometry Now Available in Garberville
Garberville Optometry is now serving Southern Humboldt in the SoHum Health mobile optometry unit. Medicare, Medi-Cal, Blue Cross and private pay are accepted. Other insurance types will be added in the coming months. Services are availalbe Tues-
day through Thursday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at 286 Sprowel Creek Road in Garberville (behind Garberville Pharmacy). To schedule an appointment, call (707) 923-3921, or visit sohumhealth.org/services/ garberville-optometry. ■
The Critics Need Your Help
Fans needed to advance band in competition
TKiwanis also plays a key role in the Santa Sleigh program, spreading holiday cheer to neighborhoods throughout the area. Families eagerly await Santa’s arrival, a tradition that wouldn’t be possible without this collaborative effort.
Additionally, Fortuna Kiwanis brings the magic of the season to life through their work at Santa’s Workshop, hosted by the Humboldt Grange. The workshop offers a festive and welcoming space for children to enjoy holiday treat and shop for gifts for loved ones.
To learn more about Kiwanis, feel free to join them every Tuesday at Pepper’s in Fortuna at 7 a.m. ■
he Humboldt County Fernstock Battle of the Bands winners, The Critics, are asking for your vote. They have entered the Ernie Ball Battle of Bands www.BattleoftheBands. com national competition and the first round is based on fan participation.
To have a shot at being selected for a chance to perform at the Vans Warped Tour in Long Beach, Calif., this summer, they need to be one of the top 100 bands in the Long Beach tour region to have the most fan votes. This is where you come in. Please go to www.TheCriticsBand.com, click the “Vote for the The Critics” button, create an account, search for “TheCritics” (all one word), and vote. You can vote for all 5 of their videos daily until May 1, so we encourage you set a daily recurring reminder on your phone.
Ernie Ball judges will review
the top 100 submissions and select two bands to perform at the Vans Warped Tour in Long Beach. There is also a region for the Washington, D.C., and Orlando, Fla., tour dates. A total of six bands will be selected to perform at the three tours and have a chance for the Grand Prize — a record deal!
The Critics truly appreciate the community’s support. They are currently working on releasing a few singles in the coming months, touring this summer, and releasing their second album in the fall. There are two opportunities to see them live in March at Outerspace Arcata and the Redwood Coast Mountain Bike Association Fundraiser Event at the Arcata Theatre Lounge. For show details and to find their music on streaming platforms and socials, go to www.TheCriticsBand.com. ■
Top: $500 donation to Humboldt Grange for Santa’s workshop. Above: $1,000 donation to Fortuna Fire Dept for Santa Sleigh. Submitted
The Critics at the Bandshell, Golden Gate Park, July 2024 Photo courtesy of Emiliano Ramirez.
Calendar of Events
MARCH
15 SATURDAY
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
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. Ages 45 and up. Call Dolly. In the Girls Gym. (707) 725-3709.
16 SUNDAY
EVENTS
Shamrock Shuffle. 11 a.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. Celebrate spring on the Lost Coast with a scenic 5k, 10k or Family Fun Run (2.1 miles). Enjoy ocean views, energetic vibes, and a lively corn hole tournament put on by South Fork High School’s softball team all wrapped up with great brews at Gyppo Ale Mill. Day of run registration opens at 10 a.m. 5k and 10k run starts at 11 a.m. and Family Fun Run starts at 11:15 a.m. Corn hole tournament starts at 1 p.m. Costs: Fun Run - Kids $10, Adults $20 5k - Kids $15, Adults $25 10k - Kids $20, Adults $30 gyppo.com.
FOOD
Mattole Grange Hall Pancake Breakfast. 8-11 a.m. Mattole Grange Hall, 36512 Mattole Road, Petrolia. All the pancakes you can eat made from scratch using Mattole grown organic Hindley wheat or Gluten-Free or Krusteaz option, eggs cooked any way you like. Choice of bacon or sausage, coffee, milk, and organic orange juice. Located next to A. Way Park on Mattole Road between Honeydew and Petrolia. $15 adults $5 ages 6-11. Free under 6. mattolegrangehall@gmail. com. mattolegrange.org. 7076293421.
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.
17 MONDAY
MUSIC
Hanneke Cassel Band. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Fiddle, Americana. $25.
EVENTS
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. 6-8 p.m. Scotia Lodge, 100 Main St. Enjoy catered refreshments, live Irish music, and a cash bar in this mixer put on by the Rio Dell-Scotia Chamber of Commerce. Take a tour of the historic inn, and maybe see a ghost. Open to all. $5. scotia-lodge.com.
FOOD
Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. Enjoy a family-friendly dinner (menu changes monthly), then test your luck with bingo. All ages. $10 dinner, $10 for 10 bingo cards. vanduzengrange@gmail.com. instagram.com/ vanduzengrange. (707) 296-4161.
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.
18 TUESDAY
ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. Build English language confidence in ongoing online and in-person classes. All levels and first languages welcome. Join anytime. Pre-registration not required. Free. englishexpressempowered.com. (707) 443-5021.
20 THURSDAY SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third 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.
KARAOKE
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. Karaoke every Thursday night.
21 FRIDAY FOR KIDS
Game Night. 4-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. Free game nights for ages 16 and older, or younger with an accompanying. Board games and card games. Check in with volunteer Matt Manzano. layla@glccenter. org. glccenter.org.
22 SATURDAY
EVENTS
Celebrating Portuguese Immigrant Week in Ferndale. Noon-3 p.m., Ferndale. PFSA Portuguese Cultural Social. Assorted finger foods of Portuguese culture will be served. Fresh baked Portuguese donuts available for purchase until sold out! Charity drive of blanket throws and socks for donation to the Eureka Salvation Army No charge for Open House Social.
Daffodils by the River. Fortuna River Lodge, 1800 Riverwalk Drive. The Fortuna Garden Club Presents the 48th annual juried daffodil show. Free admission.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
23 SUNDAY EVENTS
Daffodils by the River. Fortuna River Lodge, 1800 Riverwalk Drive. See March 22 listing.
24 MONDAY ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
25 TUESDAY ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
27 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 March 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
28 FRIDAY
MUSIC
Voices of Classic Rock. 8 p.m. Bear River Recreation Center, 265 Keisner Road, Loleta. Get ready for a
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legendary night of iconic hits and powerhouse vocals as Steve Augeri (formerly of Journey), John Elefante (formerly of Kansas), and John Payne (formerly of Asia) take the stage to perform the classic rock anthems you know and love. 21+ event. marketing@ bearrivercasino.com. bearrivercasino.com/eventsand-shows/voices-of-classic-rock/.
THEATER
Steel Magnolias. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. Through April 20. ferndalerep.org.
29 SATURDAY
EVENTS
Annual Perilous Plunge. 11:15 a.m.-3 p.m. F Street Dock, F Street, Eureka. Volunteers in wacky costumes jump into the bay to raise money for the Discovery Museum. Free.
Community Baby Shower. Noon -3 p.m. South Fork High School’s Wellness Center, 6831 Avenue of the Giants, Miranda. Expecting parents, parents of 0 to 2-year-olds, those considering pregnancy, and all support people are invited. Sponsored by the Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center. Free. Info on Facebook events.
FOOD
Mattole Grange Hall Renovation Celebration Dinner and Dance. 5-10 p.m. Mattole Grange Hall, 36512 Mattole Road, Petrolia. Spaghetti dinner and dance event. Music by the Breakers. $10. mattolegrangehall@gmail.com. mattolegrange. org. (707) 629-3421.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
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 SUNDAY
MUSIC
Early James. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Singer-songwriter. $20.
31 MONDAY
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
APRIL
1 TUESDAY
ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
2 WEDNESDAY
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
5 SATURDAY FOR KIDS
Touch A Truck. Noon - 3 p.m. Redway School, 308 Humboldt Ave. Kids and young adults can explore, discover and learn about their favorite rigs, hard-working operators and career paths. Games, food and fun for everyone! Refreshments provided while supplies last. Sponsored by the Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center. Free. Info on Facebook events.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
7 MONDAY
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
8 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 March 18 listing.
10 THURSDAY FOR KIDS
Game Night. 4-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See March 21 listing.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See Mar ch 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
12 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. 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.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
14 MONDAY
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
15 TUESDAY ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
17 THURSDAY
EVENTS
Godwit Days Spring Migration Bird Festival. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. The annual festival features nearly 100 field trips throughout the county, workshops and lectures as well as a free bird fair with vendors, artists, live birds of prey and family nature crafts. godwitdays.org.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See March 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
19 SATURDAY
EVENTS
Eel River Expo: A Source to Sea Community Event. 12-4 p.m. Fortuna River Lodge, 1800 Riverwalk
Drive. CalTrout is excited to partner with the Rotary Club of Eureka to host the first ever Eel River Expo: A Source to Sea Community Event! This year marks a major milestone for the Eel River watershed as Phase 2 of the Eel River Watershed Restoration and Conservation Program kicks off and the Potter Valley Project (including two dams) nears decommissioning. Family activities, presentations from keynote speakers, local scientists, and other watershed experts at activity booths. Registration appreciated! Free. cdavis@caltrout.org. caltrout.org/ eel-river-watershed-program/eel-river-expo.
OUTDOORS
Forest Restoration at Rohner Park. Third Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Fortuna Firemen’s Pavilion, 9 Park St. See March 15 listing.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
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 March 16 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 March 17 listing. ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
22 TUESDAY
ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
24 THURSDAY FOR KIDS
Game Night. 4-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See March 21 listing.
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 March 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
26 SATURDAY EVENTS
Second Annual Victorian Oddities Market. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Vendors selling bones, bugs, taxidermy, art, decor, jewelry and more, a cast of curious creatures, music, entertainment and libations. facebook.com/events/1548816672337286.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
ETC
Adult Skate Night. Last Saturday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See March 29 listing.
27 SUNDAY EVENTS
Second Annual Victorian Oddities Market. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. See April 26 listing.
28 MONDAY ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
29 TUESDAY
MUSIC
Iris Dement. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. With special guest Ana Egge. ferndalemusiccompany.com/ concert-tickets. ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
MAY
1 THURSDAY
OPEN MIC Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
3 SATURDAY
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
4 SUNDAY
SPORTS
Avenue of the Giants Marathon. Avenue of the Giants (Rio Dell), Dyerville Bridge. Run through the biggest trees in the world. Marathon at 7:45 a.m., half-marathon at 8:30 a.m. and 10K at 8:30 a.m. theave@theave.org. theave.org.
5 MONDAY ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
6 TUESDAY ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
8 THURSDAY EVENTS
Careers in Health Speaker Series. Every other Thursday, 5:30-7 p.m. Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See March 27 listing.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Second Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See March 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
9 FRIDAY
EVENTS
The Fig Twig Mother’s Day Market. 4-9 p.m. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. Join us for our spring Mother’s Day Market May 9, 4-9pm and May 10, 10am-4pm. Support local makers and artists while enjoying local food trucks and beverages. Tickets at figtwigmarket.com $5. figtwigmarket@gmail. com. figtwigmarket.com/show-info.
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 April 12 listing.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
12 MONDAY
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
13 TUESDAY
ETC
Disability Peer Advocate Group. Second Tuesday of every month, 3 p.m. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See April 8 listing. English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
15 THURSDAY FOR KIDS
Game Night. 4-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See March 21 listing.
SPORTS
Lost Coast Cornhole League Night. Third Thursday of every month, 6-10 p.m. Fortuna Veterans Hall/Memorial Building, 1426 Main St. See March 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
17 SATURDAY
EVENTS
4th Annual Fireman’s Ball. 6 p.m. Benbow Historic Inn, 445 Lake Benbow Drive, Garberville. Celebrate and support dedicated local volunteer fire departments with a night of fine dining, wine tasting, live music and fun. garberville.org/firemans-ball/. KMUD Annual Block Party. p.m. KMUD Studio, 1144 Redway Drive, Redway. Live music, shows, kids zone, vendors, artists, food and beverage and community spirit! kara@kmud.org. kmud. org/save-the-date-kmud-block-party-2025/. 707-923-2513.
Second Annual Southern Humboldt Fire Department Games. 12-3 p.m. Benbow Valley RV Resort & Golf Course, 7000 Benbow Drive, Garberville. The region’s bravest put their skills to the test in a series of thrilling, old-fashioned firefighting competitions. This family-friendly event will feature the Bucket Brigade, Quick Dress, Hose Coupling, Water Polo and Tug-oWar, with teams competing for top honors and bragging rights. Benbow Drive – The Diamond (next to the KOA). benbowrv.com/en-us.
OUTDOORS
Forest Restoration at Rohner Park. Third Saturday of every month, 9-11 a.m. Fortuna Firemen’s Pavilion, 9 Park St. See March 15 listing.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
18 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 March 16 listing.
19 MONDAY
FOOD
Dinner and Bingo. Third Monday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Van Duzen River Grange, 5250 State Route 36, Carlotta. See March 17 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
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20 TUESDAY
MUSIC
Steel Pulse. 7 p.m. Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway. British reggae powerhouse. $40. mateel.org.
ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
22 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 March 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
24 SATURDAY
EVENTS
Kinetic Grand Championship. Locations throughout Humboldt County, Humboldt. The annual threeday, 42-mile, human-powered, all-terrain, art-vehicle race for glory. kineticgrandchampionship.com.
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
25 SUNDAY EVENTS
Kinetic Grand Championship. Countywide, Locations throughout Humboldt County, Humboldt. See May 24 listing.
26 MONDAY
EVENTS
Kinetic Grand Championship. Countywide, Locations throughout Humboldt County, Humboldt. See May 24 listing.
ETC
Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. See March 17 listing.
27 TUESDAY
ETC
English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Internet, Online. See March 18 listing.
29 THURSDAY FOR KIDS
Game Night. 4-8 p.m. Gene Lucas Community Center, 3000 Newburg Ave., Fortuna. See March 21 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 March 20 listing.
OPEN MIC
Karaoke. 6-9 p.m. Double D Steak & Seafood, 320 Main St., Fortuna. See March 20 listing.
31 SATURDAY
SPORTS
Fortuna Recreational Volleyball. 10 a.m.-noon. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. See March 15 listing.
ETC
Adult Skate Night. Last Saturday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fortuna Skating Rink, Rohner Park. See March 29 listing. ■
ACROSS
1. Mil. authority
4. Cheryl of “Charlie’s Angels”
8. [Kapow!]
15. Big top?
Wearin’ o’ the Green Fun & Games
14. Do a preplanting chore
16. Continued ahead
17. Troop-entertaining grp.
18. Is indecisive
20. ____ Khalifa (world’s tallest building)
22. Tyrannical Amin
23. Kickoff aid
24. Like reptiles
27. Henderson who is the alltime Major League leader in stolen bases (1,406)
31. ____ d’oeuvres
32. “Piece of cake!”
34. His song “(Just Like) Starting Over” became a #1 hit three weeks after his death
37. Neglected
38. Little matter
39. Marx’s “____ Kapital”
40. Like some Crayola crayons
41. Snubber’s offering
44. “Someone may have accessed your account” and others
46. Florida island resort
47. Let pass
48. Oil used in perfumery
49. With 57-Across, classic holiday song (or a hint to solving 18-, 24-, 37- and 41-Across)
53. Hotshot
54. What Marcie calls Peppermint Patty in “Peanuts”
56. James Joyce’s “Ulysses,” per a 1921 court decision
57. See 49-Across
63. Buried treasure?
64. Stoop (to)
65. Zoom
66. Adversary
67. Feature of Mike Wazowski in “Monsters, Inc.”
68. No ifs, ____ or buts
69. Email directive: Abbr.
DOWN
1. State Farm rival
2. Iraq’s second-largest city
3. Golden, in Guanajuato
4. Experiment site
5. Labor union that merged with the CIO in 1955
6. “These aren’t the ____ you’re looking for” (ObiWan Kenobi line in “Star Wars”)
7. Columnist Maureen
8. 1920s White House monogram
9. “Woo-____!”
10. Kitchen pest
11. Someone with a bone to pick?
12. The White House getting blown to smithereens by a UFO in “Independence Day,” to its filmmakers
13. French wave
19. ____ Black (Gary Oldman’s character in the “Harry
Potter” films)
21. Naturalist who took Teddy Roosevelt on a tour of Yosemite in 1903
25. “Yabba dabba ____!”
26. Follower of directions?
28. Cousin on “The Addams Family”
29. 2000 CBS premiere
30. Family with at least one member serving in the U.S. Congress every year from 1947 to 2011
33. Longings
34. Miss
35. One of two Best Director winners of 2007
36. You alone
37. Sculler’s need
39. Remove from the stock exchange
42. Wall St. deal
43. Joe Biden’s state: Abbr.
44. Letters before an alias
45. Beirut’s land: Abbr.
47. 6’4” late-night host
50. “Peace out!”
51. “Presumed Innocent” author
52. Knight’s ride
53. Prefix with phobia
55. Suffix with fashion
58. Jane or John in court
59. Old jazz great Kid ____
60. Sport-____
61. Cameron or Mitchell on “Modern Family,” e.g.
62. Ambulance destinations, for short
Business Directory
APPLIANCES
Eel Valley Appliance
1001 Main St., Fortuna (707) 725-6734
EelValleyAppliance.com
AUTO & TRUCK SERVICES
Conti Auto Repair
2600 Harris St., #4856, Eureka (707) 443-3505
rayconti.com
Hummel Tire and Wheel Inc
260 S. Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna (707) 725-4120
hummeltire.com
CLEANING SERVICES
Above All Cleaning Services 1753 River Bar Road, Fortuna (707) 617-0904
aboveallcleaning.net
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
ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION
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
INSURANCE
Cantua Insurance 778 Redwood Dr., Garberville (707) 923-1210 NorCalQuote.com
LANDSCAPING
Green Man Forest Restoration (707) 740-8247
gnfirestresto@gmail.com
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
MOTORSPORTS PARTS, REPAIR & GEAR
Humboldt Motorsports 3990 Broadway, Eureka (707) 269-0991 humboldtmotorsports.com
PET ADOPTION
Miranda’s Rescue 1603 Sandy Prairie Road, Fortuna (707) 725-4449 mirandasrescue.org
PUBLICATIONS
The Ferndale Enterprise 394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 442-1400 theenterprise.net
RESTAURANTS
Pepper’s 719 S. Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna (707) 725-5580
Redwood Cafe 1206 Main St., Fortuna (707) 725-3998
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
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