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I heard one day while watching tv that I did not live in civilization. That the imperial forests that played host to passing time and my existence And the big and little towns that housed the meek Were not really empires, towns, or cities at all. Had for so long, I pondered, I lived amongst the emerald castles, the winding concrete 101 serpent, and the pungent reek of two kinds of skunk That I never realized that I was lost In a blank void. Did the people, who scurried like ants (Or wasps, if more fitting a temperament) to fulfill the basic duties of their now apparently pitiful and insignificant lives Not really exist? Did I even exist? If a tree falls in a forest with nobody in it, no one can tell if it makes a sound. If I live where nobody pays me heed am I not still standing resolutely as soft flesh and sticky, warm ruby blood that runs so deep? I quickly switched the TV off … Why should I care if nobody sees me? The redwoods Like sentinels so silent behind the curtain of smoke and sea fog Guard my lost home Devoid of posh silver spoons Or poignant electoral debates. It remains wild amidst the void Of the green emperors. — Hayden Newman

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The Empire

A Running Cure

Editor: It made me laugh to read “The Runner’s Lament” (Feb. 16) by Amy Cirincione, with many of my own thoughts as a runner. She also was able to create a decent list for “Running for Haters.” If you are dragging yourself out of bed to run or finding excuses to not run after work, I’d like to add some motivational thoughts. Running with a group that is focused on a cure for a disease is the best medicine for running. There are lots of organizations out there that offer running events to participate in. I am part of Team in Training, a sports endurance program that offers you a personal coach and team members to train with weekly. The cause is to cure blood cancers, and the money raised is donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Knowing that your efforts are part of a philanthropic endeavor just helps motivate you. And being part of the team, knowing that they are waiting for you every Saturday, asking how your pace has improved, keeps you coming back. The thrill, of course, is at the finish line. My coach cheering me on; the honorees for Team in Training who cannot thank you enough for raising funds for research; and the satisfaction that I really did reach my goal. So I agree with all the reasons Amy gave as a runner’s high — the physical well-being, mental acuity and emotional balance. Add maybe saving someone’s life by your fundraising efforts. If you want

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Editor: Recent news stories (“CR Accreditation in Peril,” Blog Jammin, Feb. 9) about the accreditation and budget problems at College of the Redwoods don’t tell the whole story. Since the 2008-2009 school year, the number of administrators employed by the college has grown from 14 to 22. The college’s spending on its administrators’ salaries has increased 58 percent in the past two years. While the administration budget was growing at this healthy clip in the middle of the worst recession since the 1930s, the total salaries paid to tenure-track and tenured faculty at the college decreased by 7 percent in the same time frame. Recently, the college opened satellite campuses

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Edge of Oblivion College of the Redwoods has never been closer to losing accreditation By Ryan Burns

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e are here to stay.” That was the firm assurance given last week by College of the Redwoods Interim President Dr. Uptal Goswami. A composed Indian expat with salt-and-pepper hair, a trim moustache and a clipped, lilting accent, Goswami was speaking to an audience of about 50 in the wood-shingled Forum Theater on CR’s main campus, seven miles south of Eureka. It was a job interview, of sorts. Goswami is one of three finalists for the position of president/superintendent of CR, the North Coast’s only community college, with campuses from Crescent City to Fort Bragg. CR is now one step away from losing accreditation — a step that won’t be taken, Goswami promised, repeating his declaration: “We are here to stay.” Even with that vote of confidence, there’s plenty of cause for concern at CR these days. Earlier this month the 48-year-old college was notified that it had been placed on “show cause” status by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. This means that CR will have to submit a report to the commission by Oct. 15 explaining why accreditation should not be withdrawn. If that report and a subsequent visit by an

evaluation team prove unconvincing, CR will lose accreditation in January of next year. What then? Well, then chaos would ensue. Class credits from CR would no longer be transferable to four-year universities; attendance would plummet; government funding would evaporate. It would be the doomsday scenario, and for a college that serves more than 9,000 students across a district the size of Maryland, the fallout would be devastating. Problems at CR run deep and, in some cases, date back many years. But administrators and educators are quick to point out that the deficiencies identified by the accrediting commission lie in planning, assessment and communication, not in the quality of education provided to students. CR was placed on accreditation warning status in 2006 for its inadequate response to commission recommendations dating back to 1999. In 2007 the warning status was downgraded to “academic probation.” Faculty, staff and administrators took the sanctions seriously and worked hard to improve inter-department communication, develop clear goals and document progress toward those goals. “We were on a pretty good path in

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continued from page 7 2007, 2008,” said John Johnston, an English professor and president of the College of the Redwoods Faculty Organization. CR was taken off probation in July 2008, and the president of the accrediting commission was impressed. She said CR had “given other colleges a model for how quickly and how well they can turn 180 degrees.” But CR soon backslid during what Johnston called “the Marsee debacle.” Former President/Superintendent Jeff Marsee, who was hired just days before CR was taken off probation, has widely been blamed for irresponsible leadership characterized by overspending and a vindictive, dictatorial management style. “We were warned by the people at his previous college that he would probably try to break what we had and then rebuild it to his own liking,” Johnston said. “Unfortunately, when he broke it he never rebuilt it.” Marsee resigned last March to become president of Stockton’s San Joaquin Delta College, where he has since been placed on administrative leave after receiving “no confidence” votes from faculty and staff. The accrediting commission sent another team to CR last October, and by the time the team left, Goswami and other administrators felt good about the direction of the college. They were encour-

aged by the exit interview with the team, especially after they read its evaluation report. It said the evaluators had been “fully prepared to find a college which had made little progress on the issues identified in previous accreditation visits” but instead found CR to be “in transition to a new era that would address each and every one of these issues.” Maybe. A close read of the entire report reveals a more mixed assessment. Team members worried that the positive changes were “potentially transitory,” and they identified several commission standards that weren’t being met. For example, the college wasn’t articulating big-picture objectives in measurable terms or documenting student learning well enough, and the Board of Trustees hadn’t held Marsee accountable. Back in the Forum Theater, Goswami told his audience that finger-pointing was pointless. “This is not the time to figure out who did what or who didn’t do what. This is the time to focus purposefully and deliberately on the things we have to do to get through the next eight or nine months.” Since October, he said, the college has continued to improve its practices. Of the seven recommendations made by the accrediting team, Goswami said only two remain unfulfilled: full as-

sessment of student learning outcomes and comprehensive, integrated planning that spans across college departments. He’s confident that CR can rectify those in time for the October report to the accrediting commission. Adding to CR’s woes, education funding has been dwindling fast, and the college is currently out of compliance with the state’s 50 percent law, which requires community colleges to spend at least half their revenue on academics, as opposed, for example, to building new facilities or creating a top-heavy administrative structure. (Marsee did both.) CR lost nearly half a million dollars last year due to trigger cuts in the state budget, and it will lose another $1.7 million if the governor’s tax initiative doesn’t pass in November. Last month, the Board of Trustees notified faculty and staff that layoffs may be necessary. The hunt for a new president has been narrowed to three candidates — Goswami, Mendocino College President Kathryn Lehner and Pierce College Puyallup (Washington) President Dr. Patrick Schmitt. The Board of Trustees intends to select the permanent president by its March 14 meeting. While Goswami was addressing a theater scattered with people concerned

for CR’s future, 17-year-old Amy Ward, a senior at Fortuna’s East High, was walking through the college corridors with a campus map in hand. She’s hoping to enroll at CR in the fall. “I’m really drawn to this place, partly because I heard they have really great classes,” Ward said. She also likes the campus and the region, and she appreciates CR’s cheap tuition. Ward hadn’t heard about the school’s accreditation problems, and when she did she wasn’t too worried. “It’s such a good program here and they help so many people that they’ll probably get back” out of sanctions, she said. One condition of being placed on “show cause” status is that the school must submit a plan for the orderly shutdown of the institution. CR will submit a closure plan as required, but Goswami insisted that it’s just a formality; it won’t actually happen. Since the accrediting commission was formed in 1962 only one college has lost accreditation — Compton Community College in 2006, and that campus immediately transitioned into a learning center for the neighboring El Camino Community College. “CR is so important to this area that we have no other choice,” Goswami said. “We have to make this institution the asset that the community believes it is.” ●

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Dredge Report Just in time for the weekend comes some lazy-by-river reading (in case that spring-like weather returns): the California Department of Fish and Game’s new proposed regulations for suction dredging! Well, if you’re an avid goldbug who’s getting a little tired of the panning life, who misses the motorized dredge days, you might indeed find this required if not riveting reading — the same goes for those of you who’ve long decried the potential for suction dredges to stir up fragile fish eggs and push the likes of green sturgeon and various salmon closer to the goodbye-forever brink. As you might recall, Senate and Assembly bills set a moratorium on suction dredge mining — popular on the Klamath and Salmon rivers and myriad other rivers throughout the state — from August 2009 to June 2016, during which period the state had to update its regulations for dredging and institute a fee structure to pay the costs of administering the dredge program, among other things. The last time they were updated was 1994, and a few species have been listed as threatened

or endangered since then. The state published proposed updated regulations last February. Today it released a new, revised version of those updated regs. Among the highlights: Last February the state proposed issuing 4,000 permits annually. The new regs say the state will issue 1,500 permits. If you want to know if suction dredging is going to be allowed on your particular favorite waterhole, fire up the DFG’s website. If you want to read copies of the regs in person, you can go to a DFG office in — oh, what’s this. Redding, Rancho Cordova and lots of other places far from Humboldt County. The public comment period closes at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 5, 2012. ● BIRDS, ENVIRONMENT / BY HEIDI WALTERS / FEB. 17, 11:12 A.M.

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OK, if you’re really good at this gig, you were up before dawn, shivering on the back porch in your Life is good® flannel jammies, listening for peeps in the dark. Or warm-up squawks… “Hm, yes, Zonotrichia leucophrys, I believe I expected you,” you muttered into the darkness. Damned sparrow had carried on all night. “Oooh, pine siskin, is that you passing through? Stop, stop!” “Probably just a shopping cart, honey,” your mate answered, rubbing sleep from his eyes. (Someone, put some sugar in his coffee.) “Or your asthma’s flaring up!” He almost choked on his own funny. (Add arsenic.) Chorrrrrtttlle, said the raven on the power pole. But if you have no clue what we’re talking about: It’s The Great Backyard Bird Count. It started today, Feb. 17, and runs through Feb. 20. What is it? Say the bird people, it’s: “An event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird watchers to experts. It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can count for as long as you like each day of the event. It’s free, fun, and easy — and it helps the birds.” That’s pretty much it. To learn how to

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News Team Roves Klamath The Herald and News in Klamath Falls, Ore., has been publishing an ongoing “River Series” on the Klamath River dam removal and restoration agreements, and it’s worth checking out the 77 entries to date. Don’t worry, the reports are tasty little munchables, easy to digest in a split moment, some more informative and entertaining than others. (A link on our blog brings you to the first entries from Feb. 12; from there click “previous” to work your way to the present.) The news team set about its task with a charitable, the-good-in-us mindset: “Late in 2011, Herald and News reporters traveled up and down the Klamath River in search of stories that demonstrate how the people along the river are united. Though each section of river has its own personalities and problems, the water that stretches from Upper Klamath Lake to the Pacific Ocean brings all the regions together.” The reports range from historical fact sheets on each dam to colorful portraits of individuals from the upper basin on down to the mouth — including portraits of goats in the Seiad Valley, ocean and river fisherfolk, potato farmers, a ranch-

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No Love for Eureka Happy Valentine’s Day, Humboldt… except you Eurekans. You’ve been deemed un-romantic by the folks at Redbox — you know, the company that plants those faceless DVD-spewing kiosks in high-traffic shopping locations. Yeah, those love experts. Eureka ranked fifth on Redbox’s list of “10 Least Romantic Cities” based on the number of romantic comedies we rent behind three cities in Texas and one in Mississippi. People of Eureka: If this outrages you and you want to improve our standing in future rankings, uh, consider rushing out to pick up a copy of the new release What’s Your Number? now in a Redbox near you! Huh? There is no Redbox in Eureka? Whatever. Great list, Redbox! (h/t TAM) ●

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Burned by the Wait Legal experts say Eureka police could have preserved evidence without delaying firefighters By Zach St. George

ive minutes from the judge’s house, Eureka police detective Todd Wilcox got a phone call. Hurry it up, the caller told him — the fire had restarted. The firefighters needed to get back inside while there was still a building to save. Hours earlier, firefighters had all but extinguished the fire in Apartment Three of the building on the northwest corner of Church and Pine streets in Eureka. They were nearly finished with their room-to-room check for hidden fires and hotspots when one of them discovered what looked like a pipe bomb in a closet. They retreated to wait for the bomb squad. At around 8 p.m., a little less than an hour after firefighters had arrived at the fire, Wilcox was at home relaxing. His shift commander called him and told him about the fire and the possible bomb. He was on the on-call officer on that night of Jan. 31; the investigation into the bomb would be his. Firefighters had also seen ammunition inside the apartment, the shift commander told him. Wilcox drove from his house to Eureka police headquarters, then over to the scene of the fire, arriving between 8:30 and 9 p.m. He worried that if he let the sheriff’s bomb squad go into the apartment without a search warrant, whatever other evidence they found

would be useless in court. The fire looked to him like it was out, he said, although he didn’t check with the firefighters to be sure. “There were no visible flames,” he said. “I wasn’t looking at a building that was burning, in the ordinary sense.” He decided to seek a warrant. Wilcox took some time crafting the three-page typed warrant application, or affidavit. According to the affidavit, one of the occupants of Apartment Three admitted to another Eureka police officer that she and her roommate had been using butane to make hash oil. Wilcox predicted in his affidavit, based on his experience from 19 years on the force, that authorities would find drug paraphernalia and firearms, along with evidence that Apartment Three’s inhabitants had been making hash. His affidavit referred to the fire in the past tense, as if it were completely out, although Wilcox expressed concern that the ammunition might cook off in the heat. While Wilcox worked on the document, the fire rekindled and spread to the other apartments. The delay doubled or tripled the amount of damage to the building and left 11 people temporarily homeless. Worse still, it might have been for nothing. Wilcox’s fears that he would lose evidence were unwarranted, say legal experts. “I would have told them, ‘Go in

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and get the goddamn bomb out,’” said UC Berkeley law professor Jesse Choper. In cases when police don’t have time to get a warrant, Choper explained, there are circumstances that make it legally excusable to enter someone’s property warrantless. Those are called “exigent circumstances.” He also said that on the bomb squad’s way to the bomb, whatever evidence of other criminal activity that was in plain view would be usable in court. Only after the squad had collected the bomb and gathered up any plain view evidence would it be necessary to withdraw and get a warrant to search the rest of the apartment. Local defense attorney Neal Sanders said that it would be hard to find a better example of a time when police should have forgone a search warrant. “If there’s a bomb and it has the potential of going off, I can’t imagine

a more appropriate situation for the police to go in without a warrant,” he said. Once the police dealt with the bomb and made sure the firefighters were able to do their job, then they could pull back and get a warrant to search the rest of the apartment for any evidence that wasn’t in plain view, said Sanders.

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at home in Apartment Two, sitting at her computer, when she heard the fire begin. The pictures on her wall swung from the force of a blast, and next door she could hear screams and loud pops, like firecrackers.

THE FRONT OF THE APARTMENT COMPLEX IS A VICTORIAN THAT FACES PINE STREET; THE BACK IS AN ANNEX WITH SEVERAL APARTMENTS. THE TARP ON THE ROOF COVERS A HOLE THAT FIREFIGHTERS CUT TO VENT NOXIOUS FUMES. WHEN THE WIND CAME UP, THE HOLE HELPED STOKE THE FLAMES. PHOTO BY HOLLY HARVEY

Her cat Pooter bolted under bed and hid. Thompson and her roommate stumbled downstairs, out into the pouring rain. Firefighters were dragging up hoses and giving first aid to one of the people from Apartment Three, who was badly burned. All of a sudden, the firefighters told everyone to get away from the building. Humboldt Bay Fire Chief Ken Woods said that one of his firefighters had discovered a suspicious object in the closet. Woods went to take a look at it and immediately ordered everyone out of the building. “It was a 6- or 8-inch galvanized pipe with end caps,” Woods said. “It looked like every picture of a pipe bomb you see.” Thompson’s roommate tried to go back upstairs for the cat, but firefighters told her that that it was unsafe. Woods pulled his fire crews back to a 70-foot perimeter. The building was still steaming, he said, but there was no fire suspected and little or no smoke. At the time of the discovery of the device, firefighters had just begun their “overhaul” stage,

when they go room to room and check for hot spots and fires in hidden spaces, visually and with a thermal imaging camera. If not for the suspected bomb, they wouldn’t have left the building until they were positive that the fire was completely out. Even though those precautions were delayed, Woods said, the situation seemed stable enough that he let some of the firefighters go back to the station. The bomb squad showed up around 9:30 p.m. At that point, Woods said, the squad could have gone into the apartment, no problem. The squad prepared its bomb removal robot and then sat tight, waiting for the warrant. Volunteers from the Red Cross arrived and started handing out blankets to the apartment building’s soaked inhabitants. Thompson said that firefighters suggested she accept the Red Cross’s offer to pay for a hotel room; there was no sense standing out in the rain any longer. When Thompson and her roommate left for the hotel, they were shaken up, but they expected to go home the next morning. Shortly before 10 o’clock, however, a breeze brought the fire raging back. “The wind picked up significantly out of continued on next page

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RIGHT, TOP RIGHT AND ABOVE THE SIGNED SEARCH WARRANT FOR APARTMENT THREE OF THE HOUSE ON THE CORNER OF CHURCH AND PINE STREETS IN EUREKA. IN THE WARRANT, EUREKA DETECTIVE TODD WILCOX DESCRIBED WHAT HE EXPECTED TO FIND, INCLUDING CYLINDRICAL CONTAINERS WITH PERFORATED CAPS — STRIKINGLY SIMILAR TO THE DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE THAT FIREFIGHTERS SUSPECTED WAS A PIPE BOMB.

EUREKA POLICE DETECTIVE TODD WILCOX. AS THE DETECTIVE IN CHARGE OF THE INVESTIGATION INTO THE SUSPECTED BOMB, WILCOX DECIDED TO SEEK A SEARCH WARRANT BEFORE ALLOWING THE SHERIFF’S BOMB SQUAD INTO THE BUILDING. FILE PHOTO

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the southwest,” said Assistant Fire Chief Bill Gillespie. If the firefighters had been able to complete their overhaul stage, the wind would have posed little danger. They hadn’t, however, gotten a chance to send a crew into the attic to make sure it wasn’t burning. The wind blew straight through the busted-out windows and through the hole that firefighters had cut in the roof to vent noxious gases. It woke the dormant embers in the attic. From behind their perimeter, the firefighters doused the building with their high-pressure hoses, Gillespie said, but they could do little to stop the swiftly spreading flames. From there, the fire raged through the upstairs apartments and into the Victorian section that fronts Pine Street. “We were as close as we

HEAT FROM THE FLAMES BURST THE WINDOWS ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE BUILDING. PHOTO BY HOLLY HARVEY

dared, working on it from all four sides,” Gillespie said. “It was burning pretty hard.” Meanwhile, Wilcox had finished writing out the request for a search warrant. A little after 11 p.m. he called the judge, who was asleep, and told him to get his pen ready. On his way to the judge’s house, one of the firefighters called with the bad news. “Well, I’m almost there,” he remembers saying. Just before midnight, signed warrant in hand, Wilcox phoned the bomb squad to give it the go-ahead. Although parts of the building were still on fire, a member of the bomb squad suited up. Chief Woods decided that the bomb tech, in his heavy gear, would have trouble safely navigating his way to the bomb. “I was concerned that

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we had holes in the floor,” Woods said. “I didn’t want the bomb tech in his clumsy bomb suit falling through into the first floor.” Wearing only his fire suit, Woods led the way. “When we got through into the closet, it was still burning,” he said. “The ceiling had fallen in, the closet doors had fallen in, and the fire was still in there.” He cleared away the debris and pointed out the pipe. The bomb tech took one look and grabbed it. It wasn’t a bomb, he said, but an instrument for making hash oil. At 12:30 a.m. Woods and the bomb

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n The Language Archive by Julia Cho, now on stage at Redwood Curtain in Eureka, George (played by Craig Benson) is a linguist studying dying languages, while the language of his marriage dies unnoticed. He does catch on that his wife Mary (Terry Desch) is crying constantly: (“She cries making the salad. She cries in her sleep.”) She also leaves him inscrutable notes: (“Husband or throw pillow? Wife or hot-water bottle? Love or explaining how to use the remote control?”) and then denies she wrote them. In the elusive safety of his language lab, George hosts the last two speakers of Elloway (Lynne and Bob Wells) who spend the

entire session arguing in English, because English is the language of anger, while Elloway is the flowing, singing language of love. Meanwhile his competent and otherwise sweetly clueless assistant Emma (Christina Jioras) is learning Esperanto (an international language assembled from other languages by L.L Zamenhoff in the late 19th century, to promote world peace) because George loves it, and she (secretly) loves George. There’s wisdom from her Esperanto teacher (Pamela Lyall) and an apparent guest appearance by Zamenhoff himself (Jerry Nusbaum) as the story takes antic and yet believably odd turns, and people

change, relationships shift, and life blossoms. From the first scene, when George interrupts his conversation with Mary to tell the audience what he’s thinking, it’s clear that this is not a naturalistic presentation but a story that the characters are presenting about themselves. It works because thanks to the actors, these characters are fully believable. Casting is an imperfect art at best, and the availability of actors is a particular problem on the North Coast. But the stars aligned this time: This has to be the perfect cast for this production. Every one of them creates a memorable character, appropriately funny, poignant and even inspiring, in a play that supports them. The best I can do is repeat their names: Craig Benson, Terry Desch, Christina Jioras, Lynne Wells, Bob E. Wells, Jerry Nusbaum and Pamela Lyall. American playwright Julia Cho is also an actor and writer for film and television. Oregon Shakespeare Festival produced this play last year, but this is the first time I’ve seen it or any of her stage plays (she’s written four more). It’s 2 ½ hours with intermission, but it needs that generosity to create its worthwhile world. Sometimes when a play has a governing concept (like the very real disappearances of languages) it feels artificial or half-baked. But in this play, it is fully baked. Cho has thought through many of the human dimensions of language and celebrates them. In Esperanto, the word “esperanto” means “one who hopes.” Director James Floss balances the lyricism with the reality, the comedy with the emotion. Daniel C. Nyiri designed the elegantly modular set, Michael Burkhart the lighting, Lydia Foreman the costumes, Jon Turney the sound. The Language Archive plays weekends at Redwood Curtain through March 10. One bit of advice for when you go: make sure to have plenty of fresh bread at home for after the show. Tickets: 443-7688, www.redwoodcurtain. com. Ferndale Rep’s outstanding production of John Osborne’s Look Back in Anger plays one more weekend. Shortly after it

closes, Noel Coward’s comedy Blithe Spirit opens in the Van Duzer Theatre at HSU for one weekend beginning Wednesday, Feb. 29. There could hardly be a greater contrast than Osborne’s working class drama and the witty upper-crust comedies of Noel Coward. So it wasn’t surprising that their authors sniped at each other at first, but eventually Osborne wrote Coward an admiring letter, Coward invited him to lunch, and they became friends for the remainder of Coward’s life. Osborne recognized Coward’s virtues as a playwright, as did Osborne’s press champion, Kenneth Tynan, who suggested that Coward’s play, Hay Fever, be the first by a living playwright produced at the then-new National Theatre. “Coward took the fat off English comic dialogue,” Tynan wrote in the program notes. An equally unlikely admirer was American playwright Edward Albee, who in his introduction to a collection of three Coward plays wrote that they exhibit “the three qualities possessed by all plays that matter — literary excellence (by which I mean rhythm and sound), dramatic surefootedness and pertinence.” One of those plays was Blithe Spirit, which set box office records in the 1940s and is generally considered among Coward’s best. The story involves an English country house seance gone wrong, and the provocative circumstance of a man’s first wife returning as a ghost to haunt him and his second wife, who considers it astral bigamy. “We can’t be inhospitable,” the husband objects. But what is this beautiful ghost really up to, besides wrecking the furniture? Jyl Hewston directs Kyle Handziak, Colleen Lacy, Lillian Damron, Phoebe Sager, Adrienne Ralsten, Saundra Dacre and Lincoln Mitchell. Laura Rhinehart designed sets, Telfer Reynolds lighting, Rae Robison costumes, Chelsea Tran sound. Blithe Spirit is performed in the Van Duzer Theatre — which has the facilities for the haunted house effects — Wednesday through Saturday (Feb. 29-Mar. 3) at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 4, at 2 p.m. Tickets: 826-3928. Info: http://HSUStage.blogspot.com. l

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ut together a banjo, guitar and mandolin and you have the makings of a bluegrass band, or in the case of Greensky Bluegrass, a jammy, rockin’ stringband with distortion pedals (with “bluegrass” in its name). When we caught up with Greensky Bluegrass guitarist Dave Bruzza, the band was in Jackson Hole, “on the ski portion of our tour,” as he put it. Next stop Montana for the Big Sky Big Grass Bluegrass Festival. How does a jamgrass band like Greensky fit in at a bluegrass fest? “Well, we have a banjo,” said Bruzza with a laugh. “We’re more of a rock ‘n’ roll band now, but when we started we played bluegrass, traditional tunes by Bill Monroe, Flat and Scruggs, stuff like that. But we’ve really evolved into a unique sounding quintet.” It started in Kalamazoo, Mich. Drummerturned-guitarist Bruzza ran into guitaristturned-banjo player Mike Bont on the open mic circuit. They met Paul Hoffman, who had picked up a mandolin. “He wanted to learn how to play bluegrass,” Bruzza recalled. “We kept playing; it turned into a band and we got some gigs. It just kept going.” The start was around 2000. “In 2002, O Brother Where Art Thou came out and that made it more appealing to the masses,” said Bruzza. “Of course hippies and Deadheads always loved it.” A decade of relentless touring, 200 or so shows a year, took Greensky to the upper echelons of jammy string music with some notable stops along the way: In 2006 the band won the Telluride Bluegrass Festival band competition; it has since played Bonnaroo, Bumbershoot, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Northwest String Summit and on NPR’s Mountain Stage. “The past five years have been really big for us,” said Bruzza. “We hit the road, played all the big festivals we could, wrote a lot of songs and put out some decent albums. I’d say our songwriting and our style speaks for

itself. We let things go a bit longer and explore a bit more, experimenting more than most stringbands, that’s for sure. I think we have a different sound compared to other bluegrass — or whatever you want to call it.” What should you call it? Decide for yourself when Greensky Bluegrass takes a break from festing Tuesday to play at Humboldt Brews. Humboldt Folklife Society presents an intimate evening of bluegrass-ish picking at the Arcata Playhouse Friday with a duo made up of banjo man Chris Coole, formerly of The Foggy Hogtown Boys, and ace dobro player Ivan Rosenberg. HFS Prez Patrick Cleary notes that Rosenberg was once an HSU student. “Legend has it he even received a degree in literary studies. He also spent a fair amount of time playing Ultimate Frisbee with the Humboldt Buds and attending sit-on-the-floor potlucks at fellow students’ houses. While living in a single-wide shanty in Westhaven that he shared with a friend and a couple of large wood rats, Ivan taught himself to play the banjo, spending many hours on the couch learning to play (yes, over and over again). He then did the same thing with the dobro. These days, Ivan is one of the top dobro and clawhammer players in the country.” Cleary lays on further accolades, but we’ll just say the duo is really good and if you like good pickin’, you’ll like this show. Among the top bands in the British twotone-ska movement at the end of the ’70s was a band known as The Beat, renamed The English Beat in America to avoid confusion with some band we’ve since forgotten. Ska went through various waves (are we up to five?), but never really disappeared, and Beat lead singer/ guitarist Dave Wakeling kept at it in various bands, most recently returning to The English Beat name. He brings The Beat to Humboldt Brews Friday. Be there. Keys wiz Brian Swizlo is fired up. He’s joining forces with Darin from Moo-Got-2, guitarist Wolf Navarro and Wolf’s band Silent Giants as Sloth, doing a full evening of Phish

covers Thursday at the Red Fox. “I admit learning all these tunes has given me quite a respect for Phish, and the experience will make me a much better keyboard player,” said Swizlo. “Those dudes are serious about their songwriting!” The following night, Friday, the Red Fox has Silver Hammer, a tribute to The Beatles (another band that was serious about its songwriting). Then there’s that most tributable of bands: The Dead. The Miracle Show pays tribute at the Wave Saturday night. The folks at the casino invite you to “dress up in tie-dye” for the occasion. The name might make the Portland trio sound like a folk or bluegrass band, but rest assured, The Quick and Easy Boys rock, hard. Q&E hits the Jambalaya Friday with bluesy local rockers Children of the Sun opening. Songwriter/guitarist/concert promoter Chris Parreira has a busy weekend planned. Thursday his trio Lonesome Roses opens for The Shook Twins at the Arcata Playhouse, a show he produced (see story in our calendar for details); Friday Chris rocks Blue Lake Casino with The Trouble, Saturday he’s solo at Robert Goodman Wines. Sunday? Let’s hope he gets some rest. This month’s Missing Link’s Got Soul danceathon is Saturday at Humboldt Brews. As a warm-up, DJ Red is bringing his turntables down to Missing Link Records during the day. “A bunch of us are going to be taking turns playing records all day on Saturday — like an old school platter party,” Red informs us. If you just can’t get enough of that vinyl, stop on by. It’s old school hip hop week at Nocturnum: First on Thursday, Fat Lip from Pharcyde joins forces with Cee Knowledge, aka Doodlebug from Digable Planets, with Kai Chi and DJ Alex J along for the ride as well as locals The Dirty Rats and DJ Itchie Fingaz. Then on Saturday Nocturnum hosts a “Hip Hop Reggae Dance Party” featuring Sen Dog of Cypress Hill backed by Chico reggae/hip hop outfit The

PYRX Band with special guest Ishi Dube. DJ Rudedawg fills in the gaps. Remove the guitar from a punkish rock band and it’s not drum ‘n’ bass, but rather bass and drums. The crashing low-end sound of Seattle’s Monogamy Party follows in the footsteps of bands like Big Business and godheadSilo — the trio hits the Alibi Saturday with local punks A.M. Beers opening. Yes, the Placebo is back, once again doing shows in the old E-Squared warehouse, now known as the Ink Annex. Local bands Judas Cow and Komatose play there Thursday with Petaluma punks Puke ‘n Rally and Sacto crust band Caulfield — a Placebo-style all-ages, drug and alcohol free event. “Philadelphonic” hip hop bluesman Garret Dutton, aka G. Love, returns to Humboldt Monday for a show at Humboldt Brews with his band Special Sauce. G. enlisted the Avett Brothers, Scott and Seth, as sidemen and producers for his latest album, Fixin’ To Die, which led to a grittier, more roots-oriented sound. With that in mind it makes perfect sense that he’s on tour with Austin’s raw stomp-bluesman Scott H. Biram, whose recently released album, Bad Ingredients, shows off his fine songwriting chops (but still kicks ass). On the alt. side: a Monday show at Lil Red Lion bringing together Filardo, a solo experimentalist from Arizona, with Iji, an equally experimental band from Seattle, and Humboldt’s favorite alt. alt. combo Creepy Marbles. NOBUNNY, a dude in a somewhat scary bunny mask, mixes alt. bubblegum pop, garage, rockabilly, psyche, etc. and calls it “NO genre. He begins his West Coast tour on Leap Day, Wednesday, Feb. 29, at the Shanty with Radios In Caves opening. Earlier that evening (6-ish), it’s a “Leap Year Ukextravaganza!” at Mad River Brewing Company. UKEsperience invites you to “Come drink beer with us on this day that really doesn’t exist.” l

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THE HUMBOLDT FOLKLIFE SOCIETY PRESENTS AN INTIMATE NIGHT OF BLUEGRASS-STYLE PICKING AT THE ARCATA PLAYHOUSE FRIDAY WITH A DUO MADE UP OF FORMER HUMBOLDTER AND ACE DOBRO PLAYER IVAN ROSENBERG AND BANJO MAN CHRIS COOLE, FORMERLY OF THE FOGGY HOGTOWN BOYS.

23 thursday THEATER

The Language Archive. 8 p.m. Redwood Curtain Theatre, 220 First St., Eureka. Redwood Curtain’s 2012 season opens with Julia Cho’s magical prize-winning, poignant and quirky comedy starring Lynne and Bob Wells and directed by James Floss. $10. redwoodcurtain. com. 443-7688.

MUSIC

The Shook Twins. 8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Eclectic acoustic twin sister duo from Portland. John Craigie and Lonesome Roses open. $12/$10 adv. arcataplayhouse.org. 822-1220. The Placebo Returns. 6 p.m. Ink Annex, 47B West Third St., Eureka. They’re back! First show features local bands Judas Cow and Komatose, Petaluma punks Puke ‘n Rally and Sacramento crust band Caulfield. $5. jasmine. loucks@gmail.com.

ART

Terry Inokuma. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Creative Arts Room 136. CR, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Ceramic artist visits for a two-day ceramics presentation and demonstration of her techniques. 476-4118. Figure Drawing Group. 7-9 p.m. Cheri Blackerby Gallery, 272 C St., Eureka. In the courtyard. Weekly group. Live model. An Ink People DreamMaker project. 442-0309.

COMEDY

Savage Henry Comedy Night. 9 p.m. Jambalaya, 915 H St., Arcata. Keith Lowell Jensen from Sacramento headlines a night of laughs with Kaseem Bentley and Steve Lee from San Francisco and Humboldt’s own Dr. Foxmeat and Joe Deschaine. $10. 822-4766. Random Acts of Comedy. 8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St., Arcata. Humboldt’s funniest freaks this side

NOEL COWARD’S SUPERNATURAL SEX COMEDY BLITHE SPIRIT OPENS ON LEAP DAY, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29 IN HSU’S VAN DUZER THEATRE AND RUNS THROUGH MARCH 4. JYL HEWSTON DIRECTS THE TALE OF A HAUNTED LOVE TRIANGLE WITH COLLEEN LACY AS RUTH, KYLE HANDZIAK AS HER HUSBAND, THE MYSTERY WRITER CHARLES, AND LILLIAN DAMRON AS CHARLES’ GHOSTLY FIRST WIFE ELVIRA.

of the asylum, local loons and possible pole dancers perform. $5/$10 adv. 822-1220.

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Solar Makes it Big. 5:30-7 p.m. Gist Hall Room 218, HSU. Sustainable Futures Speaker Series presents Zack Zoller speaking on “Scaling Up Solar Photovoltaics for Large Systems.”. www.schatzlab.org/education/speaker_series.html. 826-4345. American Rhododendron Society. 7 p.m. Eureka Women’s Club, 1531 J St. Eureka chapter’s monthly meeting with special presentation by Insects of the Pacific Northwest author Pete Haggard. 443-0604.

24 friday THEATER

Look Back in Anger. 8 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main Street. John Osborne’s sharply funny, fiercely honest exploration of political disillusionment and basic human yearning. Directed by John Heckel. $15/$13 students and seniors. ferndale-rep.org. 800-838-3006. The Language Archive. 8 p.m. Redwood Curtain. See Feb. 23 listing.

MUSIC

Daniil Trifonov. 8 p.m. Fulkerson Recital Hall, HSU. International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition gold medalist performs. $45/$22 HSU students. 826-3928. Ivan Rosenberg and Chris Coole. 8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Humboldt Folklife Society presents an intimate night of dobro and banjo-led bluegrass. $12/$10 HFS members. arcataplayhouse.org. 822-1575. Big Freedia. 9 p.m. The Depot, HSU. New Orleans’ queen

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YOUNG PIANIST DANIIL TRIFONOV, WINNER OF THE GOLD MEDAL AT THE INTERNATIONAL TCHAIKOVSKY PIANO COMPETITION, PLAYS PIECES BY LISZT, SCHUBERT AND DEBUSSY ON FRIDAY EVENING IN HSU’S FULKERSON RECITAL HALL.

diva of bounce music brings the urban beats. $10/free for HSU students. 826-3928.

ART

Richard Hotchkiss. 9 a.m. Creative Arts Room 139. CR, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Ceramic artist presents the short film, Noborigama and demonstrates making handmade fire bricks for use in kiln building. 476-4118. Terry Inokuma. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. College of the Redwoods. See Feb. 23 listing.

MOVIES

Everyday Sunshine: The Story Of Fishbone. 7 p.m. Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway. Celebrate Black History Month with a free screening of the acclaimed documentary about the AfricanAmerican punk/funk/rock band. Q&A with filmmaker Chris Metzler. Hosted by KMUD. mateel.org. 923-3368.

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The Sacred Sound and Movement Project. 8-9:30 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Cynthia Sarasvati McCloud leads a mantric dance event featuring live music, chanting, dancing, toning and Shamanic journeying. $7/$20 sliding scale. 502-5818.

25 saturday EVENTS

International Cultural Festival. 1 p.m. University Center, HSU. Annual festival of culture from around the world presented by HSU students features art, dancing, music and displays. zk5@humboldt.edu. 408-881-4476. 31st Annual Soroptimist Spaghetti Dinner and Auction. 5-8 p.m. First Presbyterian Church of Eureka, 819

15th St. Proceeds benefit service projects and scholarships of Soroptimist International of Eureka. $10/$5 kids 12 and under. 445-2439. Wiyot Indian Island Candlelight Vigil. 6 p.m. Woodley Island Marina (west end). Commemoration with prayer, song and poetry held every February to remember those who lost their lives in the 1860 Massacre and to help heal the community. Rain or shine. Please bring a candle. 733-5055.

THEATER

The Language Archive. 8 p.m. Redwood Curtain. See Feb. 23 listing. Look Back in Anger. 8 p.m. Ferndale Rep. See Feb. 24 listing.

MUSIC

UFO8, The 51 Cards. 8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. The Playhouse-based youth production program Apprentice Entertainment presents an evening of local soft-rock with UFO8, featuring students from Arcata High and Northcoast Prep. All ages. Info at 822-1575. HSU Symphonic Band/Jazz Orchestra. 8 p.m. Fulkerson Recital Hall, HSU. Symphonic Band previews “Suite From China West” by Chinese composer Chen Yi who will visit HSU in April; Jazz Orchestra tribute to jazz great Gil Evans, plus an original composition by HSU student Mike Cimino. $7/$3 students and seniors. hsumusic. blogspot.com. 826-3928.

DANCE

Barn Dance. 7:30-11 p.m. Arcata Veterans Memorial Building, 1425 J St. Dance to the sounds of the Striped Pig Band with caller Tara Stetz. Benefits McKinleyville High School Kinetic Sculpture Team. Sponsored by Humboldt Folklife Society. $7. humboldtfolklife.org. 269-2061. Donna Landry and Swing Set. 6:30 p.m. Eureka Theater, F St. USA Dance Oscar-themed party. Fox Trot lesson at

31st Annual

6:30 p.m. with Bruce Hart. Dancing starts at 7:30 p.m. $10/$8 members, $5/$4 students. 497-6093.

ART

Blood Drive and Art Fair. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Turf Room, Redwood Acres Fairgrounds. View selections by College of the Redwoods art students while donating some red stuff. 443-8005. Senior Sunday. 2 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Senior event includes docent-led museum tour on Graves’ history, permanent collection and current exhibitions while sipping tea and meeting new friends. 442-0278.

OUTDOORS

Annual Lupine Bash. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet at Pacific Union School parking lot. Remove invasive yellow bush lupines before they get the chance to produce more seed. Refreshments provided. www.friendsofthedunes. org. 444-1397. Open Gardens. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Humboldt Botanical Gardens, College of the Redwoods, Eureka. Roam the 44acre fully fenced property. $5. www.hbgf.org. 442-5139. Friends of the Arcata Marsh Tour. 2 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 600 S. G St. Art Barab leads a 90-minute walk focusing on the history, ecology and birds of the marsh. 826-2359.

FOOD

Pancake Breakfast. 7:30-11:30 a.m. Humboldt Grange #501, 5845 Humboldt Hill Road. Monthly breakfast.

SPOKEN WORD

The Thong Remains the Same. 8 p.m. Sewell Gallery of Fine Art, 423 F St., Eureka. Jeff DeMark tells stories about Fred Flinstone’s Bedrock City, the Hairdo Queen of Racine, Wisconsin, Tiny Tim, plus original songs and covers. $6. 601-1965.

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Mensa Forum. Noon-1:30 p.m. Samoa Cookhouse, Samoa Road, Arcata. No-host luncheon. Musicians Gin and Laura of The Soulful Sidekicks entertain with their original compositions from swing favorites to love ballads in soft harmony. 768-9701. Label GMOs Signature Gathering. 4 p.m. Sun Yi’s Academy of Tae Kwon Do, 1215 Giuntoli Lane, Arcata. Gather signatures to get California Right to Know Genetically Engineered Food Act on ballot. northernhumboldtlabelgmos@hotmail.com. 223-0424. Senior Meetup. 8 p.m. Palm Lounge in the Eureka Inn, 518 Seventh St. Single seniors meet. Wear a rose in hair or lapel for easy ID. Non-alcohol drinkers welcome. 442-2990.

26 sunday THEATER

Look Back in Anger. 2 p.m. Ferndale Rep. See Feb. 24 listing.

MUSIC

Elisabeth Harrington. 8 p.m. Fulkerson Recital Hall, HSU. Soprano Harrington and six North Coast friends sing a love song to ice cream by Kurt Weil, among other delicious vocal selections. Proceeds to HSU Music scholarship fund. $8/$3 students and seniors. hsumusic. blogspot.com. 826-3928.

OUTDOORS

Sierra Club Clam Beach Hike. 12:30 p.m. Meet at south Clam Beach unpaved parking lot. Six-mile hike from Clam Beach to the mouth of Mad River in McKinleyville. 839-5971.

ETC.

Redwood Coast Scrabble Club. 1-5 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Community Parkway. Fun with words. 677-9242.

27 monday MUSIC

G. Love and Special Sauce. 9 p.m. Humboldt Brews, 856 10th St., Arcata. Bluesy, alternative hip hop band heats up HumBrews. $25. humbrews.com. 826-2739.

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DANCE

Friendship Circle Dance. 7-10 p.m. Moose Lodge, 4328 Campton Road, Eureka. Dancers 50 and older enjoy dancing with live music from the 1930s-50s. $4. 725-5323. Swing Dance Night. 7:30 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Swing what your mama gave you! $5. 616-6876.

Proceeds benefit the service projects and scholarships of Soroptimist International of Eureka.

ETC.

Academy of the Redwoods Info Night. 5 p.m. Forum Building Room 100, College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Parents and students invited to learn about the school. redwoods.edu.

28 tuesday DANCE

Free Intro to Argentine Tango. 8:15-9:15 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Free introductory class for absolute beginners. Partner not required but suggested. www.tangodelsol.net. 858-205-9832.

SPOKEN WORD

Stories From the Pacific Crest Trail. 6:30 p.m. Native American Forum, HSU. Corey Lewis, Rees Hughes, and Amanda Carter read stories and share pictures from the Pacific Crest Trailside Reader. pcttrailsidereader.com.

29 wednesday EVENTS

Annual Blue Lake School Scholarship Dinner. 5:30 p.m. Mad River Grange, 110 Hatchery Road, Blue Lake. Blue Lake Union School District hosted tri-tip dinner. All proceeds fund $500 scholarships for Blue Lake graduates going on to higher education. RSVP. $15/$7 children. 668-5674.

THEATER

Blithe Spirit Spirit. 7:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, HSU. Haunting supernatural sex comedy by Noel Coward. Astral bigamy, anyone? Directed by Jyl Hewston. $10. HSUStage. blogspot.com. 826-3928.

SCIENCE

Unlocking Secrets of the Redwood Forest. 4-5:30 p.m. Natural History Museum, 1315 G St., Arcata. Teachers learn about newly designed fieldtrip for local fourththrough seventh-graders. Students will explore the ecology of the redwoods at the museum and in Arcata Community Forest. RSVP: limited to 10 teachers. www. humboldt.edu/natmus. 826-4479.

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Congressional Candidate Forum. 5:30 p.m. Fortuna High School, 379 12th St. In the Damon Gym. Featuring candidates Jared Huffman, Norman Soloman, Stacey Lawson, Susan Adams, Andy Caffrey, Tiffany Renee, Dan Roberts, John Lewallen and William Courtney.

THEATER

Harris Eisenstadt’s Canada Day. 8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Redwood Jazz Alliance presents drummer and composer Eisenstadt and bandmates Nate Wooley on trumpet, Matt Bauder on tenor sax, Chris Dingman on vibraphone and Garth Stevenson on bass. $15/$10 students and seniors. redwoodjazzalliance. org. 822-1575.

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Figure Drawing Group. 7-9 p.m. Cheri Blackerby Gallery. See Feb. 23 listing.

Blithe Spirit. 7:30 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre. See Feb. 29 listing.

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Bounce as Bridge Big Freedia’s dance mission

There’s a good chances are you’ve never heard of Big Freedia or her style of music, New Orleans bounce, not unless you’re a hip music insider or perhaps a follower of the HBO series Treme, set in New Orleans. On the show, FM radio DJ Davis McAlary (played by Steve Zahn) is a major bounce fan; in fact he loses his job at the station for playing too much bounce. Big Freedia is the uncrowned “Queen Diva” of bounce, in particular a subset known as sissy bounce. Essentially a New Orleans spin-off from hip hop, bounce is not exactly new. As Treme music consultant Alison Fensterstock related in an interview with the Times-Picayune, it’s been around since the late ’80s but has “evolved tremendously” since then. “Early stuff is singsongy, sometimes with reggae elements, and lots of call-and-response, which is what makes it so great to hear live,” she explained. Basic rhythms like “Brown Beat” and “Drag Rap” (which borrows the hook from Dragnet) gave way to faster and harder beats. Lyrics are typically minimal and repetitive, chant-like, usually with some sexual reference. Big Freedia’s biggest hit, “Azz Everywhere!” repeats the title as infinitum, along with the word “overdrive” as an exhortation to shake or “bounce” your ass, the basic dance move of the genre. “Sissy bounce” is a term that Big Freedia has in turn embraced and rejected. While born male, Freedia presents herself as female, and as noted on

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The Shook Twins return The scene at the Arcata Playhouse was electric. The Bucky Walters had just finished a rollicking set and their friends from Portland, The Shook Twins, were ready to close the show. Not that The Buckys had all left the stage — they hung out to play along — and more friends from PDX and elsewhere filled the dance floor. At some point identical twins Laurie and Katelyn Shook began strumming one of their newer songs, a crowd favorite called “Toll Free.” “I sure love my friends. And I’m happiest with them. Smile lines in fashion, fears to ashes. Front porch laughin’, music happens. Yeah, freedom takes no toll. So go on, sing it ’til we’re old.” The Twins started singing when they were young. “We’ve been singing forever — in school choirs at first, but we didn’t learn to play instruments until we graduated high school,” said Katelyn in a call from Portland. “We started playing guitars when we were, like, 18, but didn’t really do anything serious with it until after college. Then we just started playing music. That was it.” Growing up, high school and college were all in and around Idaho. Post-grad they moved in with their parents (“because they’re awesome”) and formed a band with a couple of guys. “We all lived at our parents’ for years — it was like a hippie commune — it was wonderful,” Katelyn recalled happily. In 2009 the girls moved to Portland to pursue

musical dreams. Bass player Kylee Volkman joined the combo last spring. Other friends sometimes sit in. “We’re definitely open to collaboration and letting the songs become what they are in the moment,” said Katelyn, with an enthusiasm that just bubbles. “It always turns out fun.” The songs, with lyrics mostly by Katelyn and melodies mostly by Laurie, veer from gently political (“Eye to the Polls” for example) to surreal tales like “Time to Swim,” the opener on the Shook’s Window album. It tells of a very rainy day in Portland that finds them on an underwater shopping trip to town. Laurie’s looped banjo weaves an intricate pattern with Katelyn chiming in on a toy glockenspiel, while their voices harmonize in something like a round. The overall effect is simply stunning. “Toll Free” came later. “We were inspired to write it after we first connected with The Bucky Walters and Bryan [Osper] at the Oregon Country Fair,” said Katelyn. “It’s about being on the road, playing music. The chorus, ‘Freedom takes no toll,’ is about being gypsies, successful gypsies.” Bryan joined in on mandolin when the Twins last played the song at the Playhouse; when friends gathered for a memorial after he was lost in an auto accident, the Twins were there for another heartwrenching take on the tune, full of joy. It was a healing moment.

“There’s certain music that’s just for partying, but I’d like to think that our music and our energy does more,” said Katelyn. “When we really connect with the audience and have one of those real circle moments, we may not flat out say it, but it’s our way of changing the world. The energy of people experiencing something together — joy and love — putting that into the world at that moment has to help. We like to think it does anyway. The whole notion of being positive in one moment and connecting with people, I think that does something.” Last year’s Shook Twins tour paired them with their friend John Craigie, a raconteur/songwriter whose funny between-songs patter is as entertaining as his songs. He’s on the road with them again for what they call the “He Said She Said Folk Tour.” “We’ve been touring with him, like, every six months for a couple of years. He’s an awesome guy, a great storyteller and really fun,” said Katelyn. I would have to concur on all points. The Shook Twins and John Craigie return to the Arcata Playhouse on Thursday, Feb. 24. Doors open at 7 p.m. showtime is 8, with Humboldt’s own Lonesome Roses opening. Tickets are $12, $10 in advance at Wildwood Music or The Works. More info at 822-1575. — Bob Doran

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GHOST RIDER: SPIRIT OF VENGEANCE. Much as it pains me to say so, this movie is a real drag. I didn’t see the first one and had no expectations regarding a sequel. But when I learned that Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor were directing, I got a little excited. The oddball duo broke out in 2006 with the full-on craziness of Crank, following it in 2009 with an equally bananas sequel. For my money, the Crank saga represents the most auspicious action-gonzo debut of the 21st century. But those movies had Jason Statham, and his smirk, swagger and inimitable star-quality are a huge part of their appeal. Since then, Neveldine/Taylor have been gradually drifting down to this, their nadir. Instead of Statham, we get Nicholas Cage. More accurately, we get Nicholas Cage for about half the movie, since his Johnny Blaze character spends the remainder as the Rider, who has a flaming skull for a head and speaks in demonic rasps and roars. Even when Cage himself is onscreen, he’s so obviously phoning it in that it’s not even mildly entertaining. And there’s the rub: This movie isn’t any fun. The watery plot concerns deals with a devil, a surrogate hell-spawn to replace Satan’s aging human-form, lots of fire, weird monks, necromancy and plenty of other quasi-religious mumbo jumbo repeated ad nauseum. Under other circumstances, this might be perfectly fine. Comic book movies don’t have to be well-scripted as long as the action is compelling and the jokes are funny. But Ghost Rider: SoV is a disappointment on all counts. The whole movie is a glorified chase sequence that never develops adequate tension. The “set-piece” action sequences are fiery but flaccid. And a supporting cast featuring some talented actors (Idris Elba from The Wire, Christopher Lambert, Ciaran Hinds) gets short-shrift thanks to unimaginative dialogue and silly direction. PG13. 95m. In 3D and 2D at the Broadway, Mill Creek and Fortuna. THIS MEANS WAR is a similarly misguided genre exercise, but at least it’s got charisma. New Hollywood heroes Tom

Hardy and Chris Pine play best-friend CIA field operatives who fall for the same girl (Reese Witherspoon). They make a gentleman’s wager to see who can win her heart, subsequently using all of the agency’s resources to surveil her and each other. Meanwhile, they’re pursued by a German terrorist they pissed off in the opening scene. The movie is as silly and pointless as it sounds, and director McG shoots it in a disconcerting series of close-ups. Also, I’ve never seen so many blue contact lenses. As the love interest, Witherspoon is attractive but troublingly shallow. Her best friend, played by Chelsea Handler, is a hyper-sexualized day-drunk. If not for the charm and timing of the male leads, This Means War would be unwatchable, just another lamentable addition to the girl-meets-spy subgenre. As it is, the scenes without Hardy and Pine come off flat and unimportant — a trainwreck of unconscionable gun-violence and poorly scripted girl talk. It’s not very interesting to look at, and the ending is painfully predictable. But Pine and Hardy are likeable, and their scenes together add some much-needed levity. PG13. 98m. At the Broadway, Mill Creek and Fortuna. —John J. Bennett

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WANDERLUST. Paul Rudd and Jennifer Anniston play a Manhattan couple who join a free-love commune in this comedy from director David Wain (Wet Hot American Summer). R. 98m. At the Broadway, Mill Creek and Fortuna. GONE. Bug-eyed beauty Amanda Seyfried sets out to save her sister from the serial killer who abducted her two years ago. PG13. 94m. At the Broadway and Mill Creek. ACT OF VALOR. Real-life active-duty Navy SEALs star as real-life active-duty Navy SEALs in this fictionalized account of real-life Navy SEALs on active duty. Pulsepounding Pentagon propaganda. R. 101m. At the Broadway, Mill Creek and Fortuna. GOOD DEEDS. Hollywood outsider Tyler Perry writes, directs and stars as Wesley Deeds, a wealthy businessman jolted out of his First World ennui when he meets a cleaning lady in his building. PG13. 111m. At the Broadway. ALBERT NOBBS. Glenn Close’s passion project centers on a woman (Close) who dresses as a man to gain employment as a butler in 19th century Dublin, Ireland. R. 113m. At the Minor. At this point, The Arcata Theatre Lounge should probably just leave The Big Lebowski on its marquee and play it on a loop whenever nothing else is going on. Then The Dude would truly abide, am I right? For now you’ll have to show up Friday at 8 p.m. The following evening, whimsical, matchmaking French ingénue

Amélie (2001) brings her wide eyes to the ATL. Then 8 p.m. Sunday gets family friendly with Robin Williams in Jumanji (1995), 6 p.m. And next Wednesday’s Sci-Fi Pint and Pizza Night will transport you back to the 1960s via The Time Machine (1960) and Journey to the Center of Time (1967). 6-10 p.m. On Friday, the Mateel Community Center will screen Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone, a “behind the music”-style documentary about the pioneering, under-appreciated punk/funk band. 7:30 p.m. —Ryan Burns

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THE ARTIST. Mostly silent, black-andwhite homage to cinema’s mostly silent, black-and-white early years, nominated for 10 Academy Awards. PG13. 103m. At the Minor. CHRONICLE. Three high school guys develop superpowers after encountering an underground glowing thing in this smart and thrilling sci-fi adventure. PG13. 83m. At the Broadway. THE DESCENDANTS. George Clooney plays a Hawaiian parent and land baron thrust into real life after his wife’s jetboating accident. R. 115m. At the Minor. EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE. Treacly 9/11 drama follows a young boy as he searches New York City for meaning in his father’s death in the World Trade Center. PG13. 129m. Ends Monday at the Garberville. THE GREY. A plane crash strands Liam Neeson and a band of oil drillers in the frozen wild, where they fight wolves . R. 117m. At the Broadway and Mill Creek. Starts Tuesday at the Garberville. HUGO. Martin Scorsese’s adaptation of The Invention of Hugo Cabret returns to local theaters boasting 11 Academy Award nominations. PG. 127m. At the Broadway. JOURNEY 2: THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND 3D. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson leads a family-friendly adventure to the isle of 3D effects. Jules Verne barfs in his grave. In 3D and 2D at the Broadway, Mill Creek and Minor. SAFE HOUSE. An otherwise generic CIA thriller gets a lift from Denzel Washington’s charisma. R. 115m. At the Broadway, Mill Creek and Fortuna. STAR WARS: EPISODE I — THE PHANTOM MENACE. Have your childhood memories re-befouled, in 3D. PG. 140m. At the Broadway. THE VOW. After a car accident, a woman loses all memory of her husband, so he has to woo her anew. PG13. 104m. At the Broadway and Mill Creek. THE WOMAN IN BLACK. Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter) stars as a young lawyer who encounters a vengeful ghost. PG13. 95m. At the Broadway. ●

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707-725-2121 1241 Main Street, Fortuna Times are for 2/24 -3/1 unless otherwise noted. WANDERLUST *12:40, 4:15, 6:40, 9:35 ACT OF VALOR *12:30, 4:00, 6:50, 9:15 GHOST RIDER: SPIRIT OF VENGEANCE 3D 7:15, 9:25 GHOST RIDER: SPIRIT OF VENGEANCE 2D 12:05, 2:20, 4:35 JOURNEY 2: THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND 3D *12:10, 2:35, 4:55 JOURNEY 2: THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND 2D 7:05, 9:30 THIS MEANS WAR *12:20, *2:40, 5:05, 7:20, 9:45 SAFE HOUSE *1:10, 4:25, 7:00, 9:50

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INTRO TO WET FELTING. Thurs.s, 6-8 p.m. $35 +$10 material fee. With Bequin Lapwing. Learn basic wet felting techniques using warm soapy water and wool roving. Create felted balls, felted beads, pin cushions, coasters and flat felt. Origin Design Lab, 426 3rd St., Old Town Eureka, (707) 497-6237 www. origindesignlab.com. (AC-0223) VERY BEGINNING SEWING. $25. Wed.s, 6-8 p.m. Feb. 8, 15, 22, 29. Learn to use and care for your sewing machine in and learn to understand the pattern, sewing terms, cutting, marking, current construction methods, pressing and how to use tools and notions. Origin Design Lab, 426 Third St., Eureka. (707) 4976237, www.origindesignlab.com. (AC-0223) LEARN TO DRAW! Traditional drawing with local artist Susan Fox. Tues.s, 7-9 p.m. On-going 4 week sessions: $40. Westhaven Center for the Arts. Write/ call, sfox@foxstudio.biz, 496-1246. (AC-0419)

Communication Arts & Crafts FINISHING TECHNIQUES AT YARN. Thurs., March 22 & 29, 5:30-7 p.m. $30, plus materials. Learn how to correctly seam your knitting and techniques to make knitted projects look more beautiful. Call 443-YARN to register and for more info. (AC-0315) INTRO TO TUNISIAN CROCHET AT YARN. Wed., March 7 & 14, 5:30-7 p.m. $30, plus materials. Learn the basics of this versatile crochet technique. Basic crochet or knitting knowledge required. Call 443YARN to register and for more info. (AC-0301) SPINNING. Presented by Humboldt Handweavers & Spinners Guild. March 2-4, with Spinning Guru, Patsy Z. One-day class on spinning silk $110, or twoday class learning to spin the fiber you desire $220. Information: email Becky: becky@moonfrog.com or call 442-2041. (AC-0223) DECONSTRUCTED SILK SCREENING. Sat., Feb. 25, 1-4 p.m. $55. With Cindy Shaw. Deconstructed refers to the nature of the prints and how they change as each print is pulled off the “plate.” Using a variety of textures, such as leaves, fabrics, corrugated cardboard, doilies, and stencils, you will walk away with several unique screen print designs on fabric and paper. No experience necessary. We provide the screens. Origin Design Lab, 426 3rd St., Old Town Eureka, (707) 4976237, www.origindesignlab.com. (AC-0223) CROCHET FLOWER CLASS. $25, Fri.s, Noon-2 p.m. With Kelly Card of KC Made it. Make a variety of flowers to adorn any kind of handwork! Explore several methods of construction. Knowledge of basic crochet stitches required. Bring a few hooks and scraps of yarn. Origin Design Lab, 426 3rd St., Old Town Eureka, (707) 497-6237 www.origindesignlab. com. (AC-0223) EUREKA BUTTON CLUB FREE. 2nd Sun. of the month, 2 p.m. We are mad about buttons old and new. Fun and educational meetings. Learn more about all of those buttons in your button box. Guests are welcome any time. Origin Design Lab, 426 3rd St., Old Town Eureka, (707) 497-6237, www.origindesignlab. com. (AC-0223)

MEETINGS THAT GET RESULTS. Learn facilitation techniques that allow participants as well as facilitators to ensure much shorter meetings that deliver powerful results. With Janet Ruprecht. Fri., March 9, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fee: $85 (includes materials). Pre-registration required. Call HSU Extended Education to register, 826-3731 or visit www.humboldt.edu/ extended. (C-0223) WOMEN’S NETWORKING GROUP. Come together to share and grow your Business, Product, or Service. Monthly meetings, $20, includes organic/vegetarian meal. (No membership fee) Contact Joanne (707) 8456140, or theheartlinknetwork.com. (C-0322)

Dance, Music, Theater, Film

DISCOVER ARGENTINE TANGO! Beginning lessons Sun., 5-5:45 p.m. Practica 6-6:45 p.m., $6 Studio of Dance Arts, Eureka. 445-2655, 822-6170. (DMT-0329) LEARN 2 HOOP DANCE. Foundational Hoop Dance series starts every few weeks in Arcata. Ongoing int/ adv. workshops. Private lessons. Hoops/collapsible hoops for sale. www.chakranation.com (DMT-1227) JAPANESE OBON DANCING. Craig Kurumada teaches Obon Festival dances. All levels welcome. Mon.s for 5 weeks starting Feb. 20, 6-7 p.m. Common Ground Studio, Westwood Center on Alliance in Arcata. $5/ person, (707) 496-6734 or ckurumada@aol.com. (DMT-0315) NOON-TIME BALLROOM. With Debbie Weist at North Coast Dance. Tues./Thurs. $70/person/month. (707) 464-3638. (F-0223) BELLY DANCING WITH SHOSHANNA. Feel fabulous in classes for all levels in Arcata at Redwood Raks. 616-6876 or Shoshannaland.com. (DMT-1227) STUDIO OF DANCE ARTS. # 7 5th St., Eureka. (707) 442-1939. Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Irish Step, Hip Hop, Middle Eastern, Tango, Pre-School Dance, Pilates Mat. All levels & ages welcome. Register this month and perform in our June 19 performance at the Arkley Center For The Performing Arts. (DMT-0223)

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continued from previous page WEST AFRICAN DANCE. Tues.s, Thurs.s, 5:30-7 p.m., at Redwood Raks, Arcata. All levels welcome. Live drumming. Dulce Christina 832-9547, 498-0146. (DMT-0301) FREE INTRO CLASS, BEGINNING ARGENTINE TANGO. (For absolute beginners) Tues., Feb. 28, 8:15 p.m., in Arcata. Argentine Tango started in Buenos Aires in the late 1800’s and has traveled the world many times over. Considered by many to be one of the most passionate and beautiful dances, it’s a dance of improvisation. But you can’t improvise what you don’t know. Come join our class and we’ll teach you! The class is taught by Barbara and Lee, certified A.T.M.A. instructors, with over 8 years experience teaching Tango. A partner is not required but is suggested (we try to maintain gender balance). To get more information, go to our website, www.tangodelsol.net or call Barbara or Lee at (858) 205-9832. (DMT-0223) MODERN DANCE. With Bonnie Hossack. Int/Adv., Sun.s, 10:30 a.m.-noon and Wed.s, 6:15-7:45 p.m.; Int. for teens, Mon.s, 4-5:30 p.m., Pan Arts Studio at 1049 C Samoa (Samoa @ K St.), Arcata. $10/class; $5/students with valid ID. Info: 601-1151 or panartstudiodance. gmail.com.(DMT-0301) TRILLIUM DANCE STUDIO PRESENTS: Salsa Lessons with Ozzy Ricardez and Miss Julie. All levels Welcome. Ongoing, drop-in Fri. nights, 7-8:15 p.m. 1925 Alliance Rd., in Arcata (x st. Foster) $7 single $10 couple. (DMT-0531) GUITAR/PIANO LESSONS. All ages, beginning and intermediate. Seabury Gould 444-8507. (DMT-1227) SAXOPHONE/FLUTE LESSONS. All ages, beginneradvanced, jazz improvisation, technique. Susie Laraine: 441-1343. (DMT-1227) PIANO LESSONS. Beginners, all ages. Experienced. Judith Louise 476-8919. (DMT-1227)

Fitness

ZUMBA FITNESS. Sat.s, 10-11 a.m. Lose weight, get fit, have fun. Sun Yi’s Academy, 1215 Guintoli Ln., Arcata. $5 class. Michele, 445-2355. (F-0517) KUNDALINI YOGA & MEDITATION. Learn the ancient practice that uses posture, mantras, mudras, breathing techniques and relaxation to create a specific physical and mental state. Leave feeling centered and reconnected to the true beauty of your being. With Anne Marie Tse. Mon., March 5-April 9, 7-8:30 p.m. Fee: $60. Pre-registration required. Call HSU Extended Education to register, 826-3731 or visit www.humboldt.edu/extended. (F-0223) HUMBOLDT CAPOEIRA ACADEMY. Spring Session: Feb. 1-June 15. Classes: Beginner Basics, Tues.s & Thurs.s, 6-7:15 p.m. Advanced Adults, Mon.s & Wed.s, 6-8 p.m. All Levels Adults, Thurs.s, 10:30-Noon. All Ages All Levels Community Class, Sat.s, Noon-2 p.m. Arcata, (707) 498-6155. www.humboldtcapoeira.com. HSU Students First Class Free. (F-0329) NIA. Nia has arrived in Humboldt County! Dance fusion fitness program blending healing arts, dance arts, and martial arts. Weds at the Bayside Grange, 6:30-7:30pm., 2297 Jacoby Creek Rd. Starts Feb. 1. Your first class is always FREE! Regular fees $6/$4 Grange Members. Pauline Ivens 707-441-9102, waterpolly@ gmail.com (F-0412) ZUMBA WITH MIMI. Put the FUN back into your workout! Latin & Pop music, sure to leave you sweaty and smiling! Wed. & Fri. 9:30 a.m. at Redwood Raks in the Old Creamery Building, Arcata. Tues. & Thurs. 9:30 a.m., Fri. 5:30 p.m., Humboldt Capoeira Academy, Arcata. (F-1227)

SPRING PLANT IDENTIFICATION. Learn to identify a wide variety of plants suited to our local area on guided walks around the College of the Redwoods main campus and adjacent Botanical Garden. Eightweek class, Mon.s, 1:30-4:00 p.m., starting March 19. $80. Information or to register, call College of the Redwoods Community Education at 269-4000 or www.redwoods.edu, visit Community Education link. (G-0223)

AIKIBOJITSU. Get your black belt in stick! New beginning classes in Aikibojitsu, The Art of the Staff, taught by Tom Read Sensei, Chief Instructor of Northcoast Aikido, with over 40 years of experience in martial arts. Classes meet Sat.s 9 a.m- 10 a.m., at Northcoast Aikido, 890 G Street, Arcata (entrance in back, by fire station). $20 per class, Visit www. aikibojitsu.com (F-1206)

FOUNDATION CLASS. Fri. & Sat., March 17-18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. $275. Full Weekend beginning level class. Participants will leave understanding: Law, the many faces of Cannabis, from history to the ever changing current law. Health: The many reasons and ways to use medicinal cannabis safely. Horticulture: Effective techniques from soil preparation through to harvest and storage. Key elements of this class focus on knowing how to start, grow, harvest, dry/cure and store their own medicine. We will address small indoor soil systems but have a focus on outdoor organic practices. 707 Campus, 1881 Barnett Ct., #4, Redway Meadows Business Park. 707 Cannabis College, www.cannabiscollege.com, (707) 672-9860. (G-0315)

DANCE-FIT. Dance, aerobics & strength training all in one class ! Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9-10 a.m First class is free. Drop in for $5 per class or 14 classes for $55. No Limits tap & jazz studio, corner of 10th & K st. Arcata. 825-0922 (F-1227) NORTH COAST FENCING ACADEMY. Fencing (with swords!). Improve your mind and body in a fun, intense workout, and a very chill environment. Ages 8 and up. 1459 M St., Arcata, contact Justin (707) 601-1657 text or phone, or email northcoastfencingacademy@gmail.com (F-1206) NORTH COAST SELF DEFENSE ACADEMY. Come learn your choice of Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Lau Kune Do Kung Fu, Muay Thai, Stand-up/Kickboxing & MMA. Group and private sessions available 7 days a week for men, women and children; all experience and fitness levels welcome. Call or visit (707) 822-6278 or 820 N St., Building #1 Suite C, Arcata www.northcoastselfdefense.com (F-1227) SUN YI’S ACADEMY OF TAE KWON DO. Classes for kids and adults, child care, fitness gym, and more. Tae Kwon Do Mon-Fri 5-6 p.m., 6-7 p.m., Sat 10-11 a.m. Come watch or join a class, 1215 Giuntoli Lane, or visit www.sunyisarcata.com, 825-0182. (F-1227) NORTHCOAST AIKIDO FOUNDATION. Instructing non-violent martial arts since 1978. Mon.-Fri., 6-7:30 pm. Adult Beginning Special: 6 weeks for $99, enrollment ongoing. Children’s classes Mon. or Wed., 4-5 pm, $40/month. Visitors welcome! 890 G Street, Arcata, entrance around back. 826-9395. www. northcoastaikido.org. (F-1227)

Garden

KLAMATH KNOT PERMACULTURE DESIGN. Learn to design ecological human habitats and food production systems for you and your community.10 month extended course drawing on a wide array of sites and instructors, from the North Coast to the interior Klamath River, March 15- Oct.13, 2012. Full Course fee: $900, includes lodging/partial meals. For more information contact Sandy Bar Ranch, (530) 627-3379, www.sandybar.com (G-0308) PURE ANALYTICS WITH SAMANTHA MILLER. FREE, Session 2 of 3 series on medical cannabis. Fri., March 9, 6:30-8 p.m. Learn Elements of accuracy and precision, importance of sampling, extraction process, certified standards and calibration and analysis. 707 Campus, 1881 Barnett Ct., #4, Redway Meadows Business Park. 707 Cannabis College, www.cannabiscollege.com, (707) 672-9860. (G-0308) LIGHT DEPRIVATION TECHNIQUES. With Kevin Jodrey, Master Gardener. Fri., Feb. 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $40. At 707 Campus, 1881 Barnett Rd., #4, in Meadows Business Park. Information, www.707cannabiscollege. com, (707) 672-9860. (G-0223)

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SOIL PREPARATION AND FERTILIZATION. With Kevin Jodrey. Fri., March 16, 6-9 p.m. $70. Learn the essentials of soil prepartion and feeding your garden for the healthiest results. 707 Campus, 1881 Barnett Ct., #4, Redway Meadows Business Park. 707 Cannabis College, www.cannabiscollege.com, (707) 672-9860. (G-0315)

Kids & Teens

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB T-BALL SIGN UPS. Are happening now, Feb. 6-March 15. For more information, please call (707) 441-1030 or visit www.bgcredwoods. org. (K-0223) CAPOEIRA KIDS. Spring Session 2012: Feb. 1-June 15. Classes: Beginner Kids (Age 5-7), Tues.s & Thurs.s, 3:304:30 p.m. Beginner kids (Age 8 & up), Tues.s & Thurs.s, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Advanced Kids (Ages 5-7), Mon.s & Wed.s, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Advanced Kids (Ages 8 & up), Mon.s & Wed.s, 4:30-6 p.m. Arcata, (707) 498-6155. www.humboldtcapoeira.com. (K-0329) PRESIDENT’S WEEK BREAK CAMP. Join us for roller skating, arts and crafts, sports and more! 5-13 year olds. Mon.-Fri., Feb. 20-24, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Perigot Park. Full-day or half-day option. Extended care hours available. Register today as space is limited! Register at Blue Lake City Hall, www.bluelake.ca.gov or call Kara Newman, 668-5932, for more information. (K-0223) MODERN DANCE FOR KIDS. With Stephanie Silvia, 3:30-4:30 p.m, Mon. 3rd-6th grade, Thurs. 2nd-4th, Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 8th and L, Arcata. $8 drop-in, $35. 5 classes. Info: 677-9323 and bignwdancegroup@gmail.com (K-0223) ACTIVE KIDS = HAPPY KIDS. Come learn selfconfidence, discipline and respect while gaining true life skills through martial arts. North Coast Self Defense Academy is offering two introductory lessons for only $14 with this ad. Call or visit- (707) 822-6278 or 820 N St, Building #1 Suite C, Arcata www. northcoastselfdefense.com (K-1227)

Language

LEARN SPANISH! With native speaker. Private lessons, all levels welcome! Contact Rocío: (787) 2256610 or talavera.rocio@gmail.com. (LA-0315)

Lectures

LIFETREE CAFE: JOIN THE CONVERSATION. Come get practical tips for coping with the challenge of losing a loved one to Alzheimer’s. Sun., Feb. 26, 7 p.m. Lifetree Café, 76 13th St., Arcata. Free Admission. Questions, Contact Bob Dipert 672-2919, bobdipert@ hotmail.com. (L-0223) INFUSIONS FOR CULINARY APPLICATIONS II. Fri., March 23, 6-9 p.m. $70. Infusions for vegetable glycerin, nut milks, and alcohol. Discussion and demonstration class. 707 Campus, 1881 Barnett Ct., #4, Redway Meadows Business Park. 707 Cannabis College, www.cannabiscollege.com, (707) 672-9860. (L-0322) LIVING ON SHAKY GROUND: How to Survive Earthquakes & Tsunamis in Northern California. A free class. Wed., Feb. 29, 1 p.m., Humboldt Area Foundation, Eureka. Pre-registration is required: Call (707) 499-0754. Presented by HSU Regional Training Institute, Community Disaster Preparedness (www. humboldt.edu/rti). Funding provided by the Calif. Emergency Management Agency Earthquake and Tsunami Program.(L-0223) SOCIAL JUSTICE SUMMIT. Keynote speakers, workshops and presentations focus on immigration issues and activism. Fri., March 2, 5-9 p.m. and Sat., March 3, 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m., HSU University Center. HSU/CR/ high school students: Free admission. Faculty/staff/ community: $25. Non-profits: $20. Fee includes conference materials and continental breakfast. One unit of optional academic credit is available for an additional $200. Pre-registration required. Call (707) 826-3731 to register, or visit www.humboldt.edu/ summit. (L-0223) PLANNING YOUR RETIREMENT. Premier Financial Group, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor, invites you to a free seminar on Tues., March 20, 5:15 p.m6:30 p.m. at the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center, 921 Waterfront Dr. Room 203, Eureka. Let us help you gain clarity and confidence around your retirement. RSVP at (707) 443-2741 or online at www.premieradvisor.com. (LE-0315) ACCESSING POWER: GENDER ISSUES IN THE CANNABIS MOVEMENT. With Kyndra Miller and Alexis Wilson-Briggs. Sat., Feb. 25, 2-5 p.m. $45 The seminar explains the role of women in the marijuana movement. The first half of the course focuses on providing an historical framework of the first three waves of American feminism. The second half is an interactive discussion about the current representations of women in the movement, gender specific legal issues, and the role of sex activism. The three hour seminar is offered for the purpose of highlighting the fundamental role that women play in legalizing marijuana. At 707 Campus, 1881 Barnett Rd., #4, in Meadows Business Park. Information, www.707cannabiscollege. com, (707) 672-9860. (L-0223)

Over 50

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE (OLLI). Offers dynamic classes for people age 50 and over. Call 826-5880 or visit www.humboldt.edu/olli to register for classes. (O-1227) LAUGHING OUT LOUD: A JOY RIDE THROUGH CINEMATIC COMEDY. Short and feature films will be shown, from slapstick to sentimental, screwball to sophisticated and from romantic to absolute absurdity. See films with Mabel Normand, Charlie Chaplin, Fatty Arbuckle and Buster Keaton; other films to be shown may include Duck Soup, Some Like It Hot, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail, and more. With Philip Middlemiss. Thurs., March 1-April 5, 6-8 p.m. Fee: OLLI members/$60, $85/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0223)

FUNDAMENTALS OF RESISTANCE TRAINING. Explore movement for older adult exercisers, and gain basic knowledge of anatomy and principles of strength training. Then learn specific balance, mobility and stability exercises that can be done at home, office or while traveling. With Susan Lewis. Wed., March 21-April 11, 1-3 p.m. $40/OLLI members, $65/ nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0308)

LEARN SHAMANIC JOURNEYING. Sat. Feb. 25 12 p.m-6 p.m., $95. Learn the shaman’s soul-journeying technique which develops latent intuitive abilities, supports personal healing and accelerates spiritual growth with Michal Mugrage. www.thankful-heart. com. Call (707) 407-7192 for registration details. (S-0223)

AMERICAN ARCHAEOLOGY IN MONGOLIA. Explore some major projects by American archaeologists and their Mongolian colleagues. Instructor Bob Service has participated in several Mongolian archaeological expeditions. Sat., March 24-April 14, 1-3 p.m. $45/ OLLI members, $70/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0315)

BEGINNING ASTROLOGY. Explore the Sacred Geometry of your life while gaining insight into your life purpose, karmic connections, talents and challenges, family patterns, cyclical opportunities and love & relationships. Classes begin Feb 28-April 3. Shakati Walsh, M.A. M.S. Visit website at: Jupiterslight.com, email shakatiwalsh@yahoo.com or Call (707) 8260734 or (707) 616-3163.(S-0223)

GRAND JURY: DEMOCRACY’S WATCHDOG. Explore the duties, powers and operations of the grand jury system, emphasizing Humboldt County. With Phillip Minor. Wed., March 14 and 21, 10 a.m.-Noon. $25/ OLLI members, $50/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0308)

DREAMWORK. Open the door to your soul’s wisdom through the exploration of your dreams. 6 weeks beginning Feb. 27- April 2. Shakati Walsh, M.A. M.S. Visit website at: Jupiterslight.com , email shakatiwalsh@yahoo.com or Call 707-826-0734 or 707 616-3163.(S-0223)

INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI. With Glenda Hesseltine. Held at Redwood Lodge: Mon., March 19-April 23, 1-2:30 p.m. $65/OLLI members, $90/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0308)

SACRED RE-PARENTING. At the age of 27-29 we are called to awaken to our Sacred Parents, to begin the process of letting go of the stories of our family of origin and to begin the journey of reparenting ourselves through our understanding, relationship, and experience of the Universal Source of all Things: God/Spirit/Creator. Eight week journey into that liberating and empowering process. Class begins March 1 - April 26. Shakati Walsh, M.A. M.S. Visit website: Jupiterslight.com, email shakatiwalsh@yahoo.com or Call 707-826-0734 or 707 616-3163. (S-0301)

TAI CHI FOR EVERYONE. With Glenda Hesseltine. Held at Redwood Lodge: Mon., March 19-April 23, 3-4:30 p.m. $65/OLLI members, $90/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0308) WRITING CRITIQUE & FEEDBACK FORUM. Prose writers will learn techniques of focused critique and feedback, share their own work, and provide feedback to other writers. With Emily Gibson. Twopart forum. Writers may take one or both sessions, though taking both is recommended. Session 1: Wed., March 21-April 11, 10 a.m.-Noon. Session 2: Wed., May 2-23, 1-3 p.m. Fee for each session: $30/OLLI members, $55/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880 (O-0308) ADVANCED MEMOIR WRITING. For the serious memoir writer who wants to complete a project, this class will help writers get to the next level. With Sharon K. Ferrett. Thurs., March 1-29, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Fee: OLLI members/$70, $95/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0223) HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF: LESSONS FROM THE AMERICAN 1920S. Explore the “New Era” or “Jazz Age,” that signaled the arrival of modernity in the American economy, society and culture. Discuss the impact of the automobile, advertising, radio, movies, music and literature, and discover the fascinating similarities between the 1920s and the present time. With Don Murphy. Thurs., March 1-29, 10 a.m.-Noon. Fee: $50/OLLI members, $75/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0223)

THE SLOW DOWN EXPERIENCE. GLOBAL MEDITATION CENTER. Intuitive Qigong, Chanting, Singing for Health & Inner Peace, Drumming, Tibetan Breathplay, Guided Imagery/Visualization & Immersions. 4001 West End Rd., Arcata. (707) 599-0748, shablow@ gmail.com. (S-0315) ARCATA ZEN GROUP MEDITATION. Beginners welcome. Sun., 8 a.m. North Coast Aikido Center, on F St. between 8th and 9th in Arcata. Wed., 6-7 p.m. at First Christian Church, 730 K, Eureka, ramp entrance and upstairs; newcomers please come 5 minutes early. Sun. contact, 826-1701. Wed. contact, barryevans9@ yahoo.com, or for more info. call (707) 826-1701. www. arcatazengroup.org. (S-1227)

Sports/Recreation

ROLLER SKATING. Blue Lake Parks & Recreation Fri./Sat. 6:30-9:30p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m. Theme Skate: Fri. March 2. St. Patrick’s theme, Dress in green and receive $1 discount! Adult Skate Sun., March 11, 6:309:30 p.m. To schedule birthday parties, call 668-5932 or find us on facebook at parks-rec@bluelake.ca.gov. (SR-0301)

TAI CHI CHAUN FOR RELAXATION (IN GARBERVILLE). Introduction to beginning postures and transitions of the Yang style short form of Tai Chi Chuan, with Dick Stull. Fri., March 2-23, 2-3:30 p.m., in Garberville. Fee: $65/OLLI members, $90/nonmembers. OLLI: 826-5880. (O-0223)

MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE. Blue Lake Parks & Recreation. Thurs.s, April 5- May 17. Games at 6, 7, 8 and 9 p.m. at Blue Lake Rec Center. $400 per team. Winner receives Championship T-Shirts! Registration deadline March 15. Register at www.bluelake.ca.gov or call 668-5932. (SR-0308)

Spiritual

Therapy/Support

PAST, LIVES, DREAMS AND SOUL TRAVEL. A Spiritual discussion to help you: Recogize past lives, experience yourself as eternal Soul, and gain spiritual freedom and joy in this lifetime. Thurs., Feb. 23, 7 p.m, , City of Arcata Library Conference Room. Contact, (707) 442-6526 (S-0223)

JOLENE HAYES. Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist will guide you to uncovering and resolving whatever is blocking you from fulfilling your greatest potential so you can experience a life of creative expression, peace and joy. Call 707-499-9207 or email jolenehayes@sbcglobal.net to make appointment. (T-1227)

TAROT AS AN EVOLUTIONARY PATH. Classes in Eureka and Arcata. Private mentorships, readings. Carolyn Ayres, 442-4240, www.tarotofbecoming. com. (S-0517)

ADDICTED TO PORN/SEX? Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) meets weekly in Arcata, Eureka, and Fortuna. Go to www.saa-recovery.org or call 707-845-8973 to locate a meeting near you. (T-1227)

Vocational

NOTARY TRAINING. One-day seminar for new and renewing notaries provides the practical training needed to pass the comprehensive exam required for all California Notaries. Mon., March 12, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (exam follows). $149 plus additional for live scan, photo and exam. Pre-registration required. Call HSU Extended Education to register, 826-3731 or visit www. humboldt.edu/extended. (V-0301) PHARMACY TECHNICIAN TRAINING. 272 Online Course with classes meeting once a week for 12 weeks. Mobile Lab Services offers intensive courses designed to get you back to work quickly, and well trained. (707) 407-0518 or 511 H St., Eureka. (V-0308)

Wellness/Bodywork

DANDELION HERBAL CENTER. Classes with Jane Bothwell. EAT LOCAL! WILD FOODS BANQUET, May 5, 2012. Learn to positively identify and prepare many wild delicacies with numerous recipes being shared. PETROLIA SEAWEEDING WEEKEND, with Allison Poklemba. June 23-24, 2012. Learn how to identify, ethically harvest, and prepare local sea vegetables. Register online www.dandelionherb.com or call (707) 442-8157. (W-0308) REIKI WEEKEND. Open to all, RN’s 16 CE available. Reiki Level I Sat. March 17, 10 a.m-6:30 p.m., $150. CE fee different. Reiki Level II Sun March 18, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., $150. CE fee different. Attend one or both classes with Denise (707) 839-9540, PayPal & Credit cards accepted. California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 15539 (W-0308) FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS ON REINVENTING HEALTHCARE With doTERRA essential oils. Host a class in your home and receive a luxurious Aromatouch session. Kiernan, 496-8218. (W-0301) DOULA TRAINING. North Coast Clinic Network’s Doula by Nature-Childbirth Support Services announces a weekend doula training: Fri., Feb. 24, 6-9 p.m. and Sat. & Sun., Feb. 25-26, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The first major step towards becoming a certified doula. $150 registration fee + $300 course fee. Information and registration, contact Kate Maguire (707) 268-0341, kmaguirester@gmail.com. (W-0223) NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING/FERTILITY AWARENESS. Safe, effective, fun, women & men, all ages. For class call Marla Joy (707) 845-4307, marla_joy@ suddenlink.net (W-0426) DANCING FOR BIRTH: PREGNANCY/ POSPARTUM FITNESS. If you can walk you can dance! Classes are fun and casual, no experience needed. It’s a feel-good workout with world dance movements that will help you have a more satisfying birth experience. Babies are welcome. Two classes available: Sun.s, 2-3:30 p.m. with Sarah Biggs doula and educator, phone, 8404617, pacificbirth.com, and Wed.s, 11-12:30 p.m. with Jyesha Wren, aspiring midwife and dancer, phone: (831) 428-9647, www.jyesha-dfb.com). $10/class & first class free in Arcata at the Humboldt Capoeira Academy. (W-0705) START YOUR CAREER IN MASSAGE THERAPY! Daytime classes begin Mar. 9, 2012 at Arcata School of Massage. 650-Hour Therapeutic Massage Certification will prepare you for Professional Certification in California, and the National Exam. Our comprehensive program prepares your body, mind and heart to become a caring, confident professional massage therapist. Call 822-5223 for information or visit arcatamassage.com (W-1227) ●

POLLINATION WITH PETER HAGGARD Attract local pollinators to your garden! Sat., Feb. 25th 1 p.m. Workshop Fee: $5 Space is limited

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North Coast Academy Fencing (with swords!). Improve your mind and body in a fun, intense workout, and a very chill environment. Ages 8 and up. Contact Justin (707) 601-1657 Text or Phone. 1459 M. St. Arcata. northcoastfencingacademy@gmail.com

SEED STARTING WITH MARY BARBER Save money starting vegetables and ﬂowers from seed! Sat., Feb. 25th 10 a.m. FREE!

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Field notes

Bogie and Bergman, in a frame from the trailer for CasablanCa.

Play It Once, Sam By Barry Evans

fieldnotes@northcoastjournal.com

appened again last week. “As Time Goes By” came on the car radio, and in my mind, up pops Ingrid Bergman asking Dooley Wilson to “Play it again, Sam.” Except she didn’t. In the 1942 movie Casablanca (“in glorious black and white,” says the sleeve) she says, “Play it once, Sam, for old times’ sake, play As Time Goes By.” (For that matter, he didn’t, either. Wilson, a drummer, faked it.) Here are a few more misquotations, with real ones sprinkled in: • “640K ought to be enough for anybody,” Bill Gates is quoted as saying about the IBM PC’s 640-kilobyte program memory (RAM) in 1981. Except he didn’t. “I’ve said some stupid things and some wrong things, but not that,” he later wrote. • “Give me liberty or give me death.” Patrick Henry either said this, or something very much like it, to the Virginia Convention on March 23, 1775. The most telling comment comes from Thomas Jefferson, who was present. “I have asked myself, when he ceased, ‘What the devil has he said?’ and could never answer the inquiry.” • “If you’ve seen one redwood, you’ve seen them all.” Ronald Reagan actually said, “… if you’ve looked at a hundred thousand acres or so of trees — you know, a tree is a tree, how many more do you need to look at?” Close enough. • “We’re not in Kansas anymore, Toto,” sounds better than what Dorothy really said in The Wizard of Oz: “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas any more.” • “Beam me up, Scotty!” Captain James T. Kirk never said this during the original Star Trek series. (But dammit, Jim,

you should have.) • “People like me are what stand between us and Auschwitz,” boasted then-Congressman Newt Gingrich to Jeanne Cummings of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 1994. • “Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar.” Sigmund Freud’s trademark quotation might have been, “Sometimes a pipe is just a pipe,” since he was a pipe smoker. Maybe he was thinking of Rudyard Kipling, who wrote “… a woman is only a woman, but a good cigar is a smoke.” • “Let them eat cake,” has been unfairly laid at the feet of the ill-fated Marie Antoinette, the Austrian noblewoman who became queen of France at a particularly bad time. She may well have been a rather unsympathetic character, but the phase is an invention of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, who wrote, “Finally I recalled the stopgap solution of a great princess who was told that the peasants had no bread, and who responded, ‘Let them eat brioche.’” • Otto von Bismarck, the great Prussian unifier of Germany, probably didn’t say, “A language is a dialect with a navy.” Linguist Max Weinreich is responsible for, “A language is a dialect with an army and navy.” In Yiddish. • Sherlock Holmes never said, “Elementary, my dear Watson.” At least until Arthur Conan Doyle’s tales were made into movies. • And finally, “All your base are belong to us” really does come from the opening cut-scene of the 1991 European Sega Mega Drive version of the video game Zero Wing. Says it all. l Barry Evans (barryevans9@yahoo. com) did say — you may quote him — “My Field Notes anthologies are for sale at Eureka Books and Northtown Books.”

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PUBLIC SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 29th of February, 2012, at 10:00 AM, on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Craftsman’s Mall, 2905 St. Louis Rd., Arcata, CA. 95521 Ralph Jones, Unit#20-30, Misc. Household Goods and Tools 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-54)

SUMMONS CASE NUMBER: DR120090

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF LUCILLE MORGAN CRANDALL, BELIEVED TO BE DECEASED AND FAY MORGAN NIEMOELLER, BELIEVED TO BE DECEASED, AND GILES G. CRANDALL, BELIEVED TO BE DECEASED, AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, OR UNDER ANY OF SUCH DECEDENTS AND DOES I X, INCLUSIVE YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: GLORIA J. BARNWELL, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS THE EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF R. PHILO BARNWELL, LESLIE PHILO BARNWELL, a.k.a. LESLIE P. BARNWELL, AND JANET A. BARNWELL NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may

be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT 825 Fifth Street, Eureka, CA 95501 The name, address, and telephone number of the plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is:Richard Smith, The Harland Law Firm LLP, 622 H Street, Eureka, CA 95501, (707) 444-9281 Date: Feb. 07, 2012 This action is a Quiet Title action to determine title to that real property that is located in Humboldt County and is described as follows: the north half of the north east quarter of section 11, Township 1 south, Range 3 east, Humboldt Meridian. While it lacks a street address, this property is also known as a portion of Humboldt Assessor Parcel Number 209-401-024.

The following persons are doing business as HUMBOLDT HYDROGRAPHICS at 5953 South Broadway St., Eureka, CA 95503. Tim Ellsworth 2271 Parkwood Blvd. Eureka, CA 95503 Dennis Ellsworth 2271 Parkwood Blvd. Eureka, CA 95503 The business is conducted by Copartners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Tim Ellsworth, Dennis Ellsworth. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on February 10, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk

2/16, 2/23, 3/1, 3/8/2012 (12-55)

2/23, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15/2012 (12-58)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00088

Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Cindy Steed. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on February 10, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/23, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15/2012 (12-61)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00096

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00105

The following persons are doing business as GOLDEN HARVEST CAFE at 1062 G St., Arcata, CA 95521. Saebal Inc. 1062 G St. Arcata, CA 95521 The business is conducted by A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Dorothy E. Myers, Secretary/ Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on February 9, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk

The following person is doing business as DEANNA’S CLEANING SERVICE at 5596 Meadowbrook, Eureka, CA 95503. Deanna Lynn Cooley 5596 Meadowbrook Eureka, CA 95503 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Deanna Cooley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on February 16, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk

2/23, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15/2012 (12-62)

2/23, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15/2012 (12-60)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00094

The following person is doing business as LEARN 2 SOARTM CONSULTING at 1640 Willow Dr., Fortuna, CA 95540, P.O. Box 630, Fortuna, CA 95540. Cindy Steed P.O. Box 630 Fortuna, CA 95540 1640 Willow Dr. Fortuna, CA 95540 The business is conducted by An

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00055

The following person is doing business as WAY OF LIFE CHINESE MEDICINE at 4590 Excelsior Rd., Apt. B, Eureka, CA 95503. Lauren Paige Laks 4590 Excelsior Rd., Apt. B Eureka, CA 95503 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious

2/16, 2/23, 3/1, 3/8/2012 (12-57)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00089

The following persons are doing business as ELITE CAREGIVERS at P.O. Box 6888, Eureka, CA 95502. Laura Neely 741 W. Buhne Eureka, CA 95501 John Neely 741 W. Buhne Eureka, CA 95501 The business is conducted by A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Laura Neely. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on February 9, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/16, 2/23, 3/1, 3/8/2012 (12-56)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00024

The following persons are doing business as THE LOCAL at 517 F St., Eureka, CA 95501, 1061 10th St., Arcata, CA 95521. Maylies Reward 1061 10th St. Arcata, CA 95521 The business is conducted by A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Darren Cartledge, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 11, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1/2012 (12-46)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00057

The following persons are doing business as CHANTELE LEATHERWOOD PHOTOGRAPHY, KC TRAVEL at 1896 Lighthouse Rd., Petrolia, CA 95558.

2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1/2012 (12-50)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00062

The following person is doing business as UNIQUELY YOURS CATERING BY ELIZABETH at 4162 Morgan Place, Eureka, CA 95503. Elizabeth Marie Adams 4162 Morgan Place Eureka, CA 95503 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 3/1/12. /s Elizabeth M. Adams. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 26, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1/2012 (12-49)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00068

The following person is doing business as CONSCIOUS HEALING at 920 Samoa Blvd., Arcata, CA 95521, P.O. Box 746, Trinidad, CA 95570. Paul Heffernan 1235 S. Westhaven Dr. Trinidad, CA 95570 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 2/1/2012. /s Paul Heffernan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 31, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1/2012 (12-48)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00036

The following person is doing business as HIGH COUNTRY HAULERS at 1111 Vista Dr., Fortuna, CA 95540. Casey Charles Kellogg 1111 Vista Dr. Fortuna, CA 95540 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Casey Kellogg. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 17, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-41)

2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-38)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00052

The following persons are doing business as PANGEAN FARMS at 778 Tompkins Hill Rd., Fortuna, CA 95540, P.O. Box 9009, Eureka, CA 95502. Takasha Young 1488 Santa Clara St. Eureka, CA 95501 Monte Young 1488 Santa Clara St. Eureka, CA 95501 The business is conducted by A Married Couple. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Takasha Young. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 23, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-37)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00056

The following person is doing business as FAT RAT ENTERPRISES at 1303 Albee St., Eureka, CA 95501. Matthew R. Ruchong 5120 Lundblade Dr. Eureka, CA 95503 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 6/24/2004. /s Matthew R. Ruchong. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 24, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-39)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00063

The following person is doing business as LOST COAST ESTATE SERVICES at 3950 Lissa Dr., Eureka, CA 95503, 3144 Broadway, Suite 4, Box 147, Eureka, CA 95501. David Aaron Heilner P.O. Box 264 Whitethorn, CA 95589

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The following persons are doing business as THAT TREE GUY at 132 Painter, Rio Dell, CA 95562, P.O. Box 273, Rio Dell, CA 95562. David P. Byrnes 1325 Painter Rio Dell, CA 95562 Kristy Byrnes 1325 Painter Rio Dell, CA 95562 The business is conducted by A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 2/1/12. /s Kristy Byrnes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on February 6, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk

The following persons are doing business as BIGFOOT LAWN CARE at 1648 B St., Apt. B, Eureka, CA 95501, 1838 Harris St., Eureka, CA 95503. John William Pape 1838 Harris St. Eureka, CA 95503 Kevin Michael McLean 1648 B St., Apt. B Eureka, CA 95501 The business is conducted by Copartners. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Kevin McLean. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 18, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk

ANSWERS NEXT WEEK! ACROSS

25. Blabber’s feature 27. “Mona ____” 28. James of “The Godfather” 30. Hourly wage, e.g. 31. Med. specialty 32. A baker might have a hand in it 33. ____ Beta Kappa 35. Explore carefully 39. Vote to kill a bill 40. Be in a funk 41. Drop the ball 44. “____ that cute?!” 47. Haagen-____ 48. Cookie with creme 49. “Relax”

52. It may have an antenna 54. Dada figure 55. “That hit the spot!” 56. On trial 57. Turns red, perhaps 59. “Young Frankenstein” lab assistant 60. “There’s ____ in ‘team’” 61. Dissimilar 62. State with a panhandle: Abbr. 63. Whole lot 64. Perceived to be 65. Puts to work 66. Texter’s “Holy smokes!”

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12. Will of “Arrested Development” 13. Raise canines? 21. Subj. of the book “The Puzzle Palace” 22. Recycling receptacle 25. It may get wet while you dry 26. Not a copy: Abbr. 29. Fig. at the bar 32. Poet’s deg. 33. Top 40 climber 34. Shade 36. The “I” of IHOP: Abbr. 37. Cartoonist Chast 38. Legalese adverb

42. Place for a party 43. Going bad 44. Wax-winged flier of myth 45. Holy place 46. Bottle cap? 47. “Ya think?!” 48. Barcelona bear 50. Sri ____ 51. Relief providers 53. University competitions, briefly 56. Tattooist’s supply 58. Freud’s one 59. Letters of debt ... or letters in 20-, 25-, 35-, 49- and 56-Across

1. “____ Poetica” 4. Hushed “Hey!” 8. Chew out 14. Rock’s ____ Speedwagon 15. Apt. features 16. Run out 17. ____ vez (Mexican’s “maybe”) 18. Captured 19. Singer Warwick 20. “Agreed” 22. Prefix with hazard 23. Capture 24. U.S. Cellular Field team, informally

1. Time piece? 2. Try to steal the basketball, say 3. Recital stars 4. Retailer with a dog and cat in its logo 5. Site of an 1804 Lewis and Clark stop 6. Hershey toffee bar 7. “For shame!” 8. Excavate again 9. Accepted principle 10. Wall St. debut 11. ____ franca

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS

HARD #72

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00082

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 12-00042

Solution, tips and computer program at

2/16, 2/23, 3/1, 3/8/2012 (12-52)

Chantele Leatherwood 1896 Lighthouse Rd. Petrolia, CA 95558 Stephen Keith Leatherwood 1896 Lighthouse Rd. Petrolia, CA 95558 The business is conducted by A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 1/1/2012. /s Chantele Leatherwood. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 24, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk

CROSSWORD By David Levinson Wilk

business name listed above on n/a. /s Lauren Laks. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 23, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk

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continued from previous page. The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 1/2/2012. /s David Aaron Heilner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 26, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-44)

fictitious Business name statement 12-00066

The following person is doing business as HumBoLdt regeneration at 2320 Central Ave., Unit F, McKinleyville, CA 95519. Jacob richard pressey 900 eucalyptus rd. mcKinleyville, ca 95519 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 1/27/2012. /s Jacob Pressey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 27, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-43)

fictitious Business name statement 12-00061

The following person is doing business as a daisY mae productions at 1005 Bliss Lane, Garberville, CA 95542, P.O. Box 114, Garberville, CA 95542. Jessica James 1005 Bliss Lane garberville, ca 95542 The business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on n/a. /s Jessica James. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Humboldt County on January 25, 2012. CAROLYN CRNICH Humboldt County Clerk 2/23, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15/2012 (12-63)

order to sHoW cause for cHange of name case no. cv120077 superior court of caLifornia, countY of HumBoLdt 825 fiftH street eureKa, ca 95501

PETITION OF: JESSE M. HUGHES TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: JESSE M. HUGHES for a decree changing names as follows: Present name JESSE MICHAEL HUGHES to Proposed Name J ESS E M I C HA EL B ENJAMIN HUGHES-MACARTHUR CoastJournal JourNal• •Thursday, thursday, Feb.23, 2012 • northcoastjournal.com North Coast FEB. 23, 2012 • northcoastjournal.com 34 North

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: March 29, 2012 Time: 1:45 p.m. The address of the court is: Same as noted above, Dept. 8 Date: February 3, 2012 Filed: February 3, 2012 /s/ DALE A. REINHOLTSEN Judge of the Superior Court 2/16, 2/23, 3/1, 3/8/2012 (12-53)

amended order to sHoW cause for cHange of name case no. cv120027 superior court of caLifornia, countY of HumBoLdt 825 fiftH street eureKa, ca 95501

PETITION OF: WILLIAM JOHN NEVINS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: WILLIAM JOHN NEVINS for a decree changing names as follows: Present name WILLIAM JOHN NEVINS to Proposed Name WILLIAM JOHN WARWICK III THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: March 14, 2012 Time: 1:45 p.m. The address of the court is: Same as noted above, Dept. 8 Date: January 19, 2012 Filed: January 19, 2012 /s/ DALE A. REINHOLTSEN Judge of the Superior Court 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-36)

notice of petition to administer estate of anna marie smitHer case no. pr120039

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ANNA MARIE SMITHER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KENNETH RAY SMITHER in the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KENNETH RAY SMITHER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on March 15, 2012 at 1:50 p.m. at the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt, 825 Fifth Street, Eureka, in Dept. 8. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code Section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER: LEON A. KARJOLA, CSB No. 69056 732 FIFTH STREET, SUITE E EUREKA, CA 95501 (707) 445-0804 FEBRUARY 14, 2012 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT

County of Humboldt. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that AARON NEWMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on March 29, 2012 at 1:50 p.m. at the Superior Court of California, County of Humboldt, 825 Fifth Street, Eureka, in Dept. 8. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code Section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER: J.T. LARSON 100 H STREET, STE. 210 EUREKA, CA 95501 (707) 445-5767 FEBRUARY 6, 2012 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT 2/9, 2/16, 2/23/2012 (12-51)

Employment

AIRLINES ARE HIRING. Train for hands on Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-242-3214 toll free. (E-0223) EARN $500 A DAY. Airbrush & Media Makeup Artists For: Ads, TV, Film, Fashion. Train & Build Portfolio in 1 week Lower Tuition for 2012. AwardMakeupSchool. com (E-0223) CA S E M A N AG E R /SO C I A L WORKER. For Environmental Alternatives Foster Family Agency’s new expansion office in Crescent City. Must have Master’s Degree in a related field. F/T $33,280 per year, with benefits. Resume to: mking@ea.org. LIC# 125001457 EOE. (E-0223) FAMILY PRACTICE PHYSICIAN. FT BC/BE, CA licensed, for K’ima:w Medical Center. FT/ REG Public Health Nurse. Oncall Medical Assistant and LVN, On-call or FT/TEMP RN. For application, www.kimaw.org, (530) 625-4261 ex 226 or rose.sylvia@ kimaw.org. Selection will be pursuant to the Hoopa Tribe’s TERO Ordinance. Applicant selected will be subject to pre employment and random Alcohol and Drug testing. (E-0223) PERSONAL LINES CUSTOMER SERVICE REP. For Shaw Group Insurance office. Great employment package. Apply in person with resume, Shaw & Petersen Insurance, 1313 5th St., Eureka. (E-0223) TEACHING POSITION. Salmon Creek Community School is currently seeking applications for a creative and motivated teacher to join our community. Applicant would teach in a small 3rd-7th grade classroom. Credentials preferred. School hours Mon.-Thurs. 8:30-3 p.m. Salary DOE. Deadline March 1. For information call Niki 943-3502. Mail resume and 2 References to: Salmon Creek Community School, c/o Niki Stark , P.O. Box 828, Miranda, CA 95553 (E-0223)

2/23, 3/1, 3/8/2012 (12-59)

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To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: COY NEWMAN, aka COY N. NEWMAN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by AARON NEWMAN in the Superior Court of California,

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Employment

Produce Department Team Leader •

Must have minimum 5 years Produce Management experience in major full scale retail grocery store produce department. • Experience preferred in: Ordering, stocking, display, hiring, training, merchandising, pricing, inventory controls, purchasing controls and all other facets of managing a busy and productive produce department. • Wage DOE plus full benefits. Please bring resume and cover letter to Aaron or Casey at 747 13th St., Arcata CA. No phone calls please. We intend to fill this position as soon as possible.

Wildberries Marketplace now hiring for the following positions:

Produce Stocker Grocery Stocker Food Services  Cook Please see Casey at 747 13th St., Arcata CA. No phone calls please.

RURAL HOME VISITOR

McKinleyville Early Head Start Provides weekly home visits & facilitates parent and child playgroups twice a month. Requires AA/AS degree in ECE, Psych, Social Work or a related field OR 12 ECE units (with core) + 12 related units (BA degree preferred). Requires 2 years experience in community services, working w/young children & families. Full-time (year round): 40 hrs/wk (Mon-Fri); $12.79-$13.43/hr. Includes benefits.

Submit application, resume & cover letter to: Northcoast Children’s Services 1266 9th Street, Arcata CA 95521

For additional information, please call 707-822-7206 or visit our website at www.ncsheadstart.org Northcoast Children’s Services

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ASSISTANT Arcata Main Office

Performs a variety of human resources & administrative tasks including: orienting new employees maintaining personnel records placing classified ads/online job postings processing applications conducting reference checks Requires 4 years office experience, including 2 years experience with MS Office programs. Human Resources & database experience preferred. Full-time (11 month position): 40 hrs/ wk (Mon-Fri); $13.67-$15.07/hr. Includes benefits. Application Deadline: February 28.

Submit application, resume & cover letter to: Northcoast Children’s Services 1266 9th Street, Arcata CA 95521

For additional information, please call 707-822-7206 or visit our website at www.ncsheadstart.org

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Deputy Sheriff I candidates must be currently attending or have completed a CA POST certified academy within the last three years. Final filing date: March 13, 2012. Application materials are available at Humboldt County Personnel, 825 5th Street, Eureka, CA. (707) 476-2349, or apply online at www.co.humboldt.ca.us/jobs. AA/EOE.

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Plans, implements and monitors one or more of the County’s safety, loss prevention, security, privacy, workers’ compensation and workers’ compensation – return to work programs. Desire equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with related major coursework and two years of professional experience in a safety and loss prevention, loss control or risk management field. CDL required. Final Filing date is: March 13, 2012. Application materials available at County Personnel, 825 5th Street, Room 100, Eureka, CA. (707) 476-2349. 24 hr. Jobline: (707) 476-2357. www.co.humboldt.ca.us/jobs. AA/EOE ACTORS/MOVIE EXTRAS. Needed immediately for upcoming roles $150-$300/day depending on job requirements. No experience, all looks. 1-800-560-8672 A-109. For casting times/locations. (AAN CAN) (E-0223) PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1,000 a Week mailing brochures from home! Guaranteed Income! FREE Supplies! No experience required. Start Immediately! www. homemailerprogram.net (AAN CAN) (E-0607)

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$$$HELP WANTED$$$ Extra Income! Assembling CD cases from Home! No Experience Necessary! Call our Live Operators Now! 1-800-405-7619 EXT 2450 http://www.easywork-greatpay. com (AAN CAN) (E-0315) HOME CAREGIVERS PT/FT. Non-medical caregivers to assist elderly in their homes. Top hourly fees. 442-6102. (E-1227) Place your ad online at northcoastjournal.com or call 442-1400 .

Rentals 1BD NEWLY REMODELED MOBILE HOME. Clean park between Eureka and Arcata. $650 plus security. 443-6161. (R-0223) ARCATA REDWOODS SHARED HOME. With private bedroom. $550. Within mile of HSU and downtown Arcata. Available Now. Call Sondra, 822-7807. (R-0315) BLUE LAKE SHARE. 2 rooms, $350-month; $700-deposit per person. Walk to fishing, swimming, hiking. Near Dell’Arte. 668-4041. (R-0301) EUREKA 1BD APARTMENT. 324 1st St., #I. 1/1 Facing the bay, vaulted ceilings, bay window, on-site laundry. No pets, 1 year lease, Between D & E Streets. W/S/G pd, 1 year lease. $725/ month, $1000/deposit. Professional Consolidated Property Management, 3109 H St., Eureka. www.ppmrentals.com, Rental hotline (707) 444-9197. (R-0223) EUREKA 1BD UPSTAIRS DOWNTOWN APARTMENT. $600/ month. Garbage/Water paid. 442-5938. (R-0301)

EUREKA 2BD HOUSE. 3878 Walnut Dr. Near Sequoia Park & Zoo. Features 2-car detached carport with workshop, Month to month, $995, $1500/deposit. Cross street Redwood. Professional Consolidated Property Management, 3109 H St., Eureka. www.ppmrentals.com, Rental hotline (707) 444-9197. (R-0223)

HUMBOLDT PLAZA APTS.

Openings soon available for HUD Sec. 8 Waiting Lists for 2, 3 & 4 bedrm apts. Annual Income Limits: 1 pers. $20,300; 2 pers. $23,200; 3 pers. $26,100; 4 pers. $28,950; 5 pers. $31,300; 6 pers. $33,600; 7 pers. $35,900; 8 pers. $38,250.

EHO. Hearing impaired: TDD Ph# 1-800-735-2922. Apply at Office: 2575 Alliance Rd. Arcata, 8am-12pm & 1-4pm, M-F (707) 822-4104

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Real Estate

EUREKA 2BD HOUSE. 417 Huntoon St. 2/1 Henderson Center Area, Immaculate single story w/single car garage w/lots of storage, nice yard, patio, alarm & kitchen w/range, fridge, dishwasher & disposal. Gas heat, custom window coverings, carpet & vinyl. Garbage pd, washer/dryer included. $1095/month, $1600/deposit. Professional Consolidated Property Management, 3109 H St., Eureka. www.ppmrentals. com, Rental hotline (707) 4449197. (R-0223) EUREKA 3BD HOUSE. 3540 Pine St. Section 8 OK. No utilities paid, Pet considered. Month to month, $1095 or $1145 w/pet. $1400/deposit or $1600 w/pet. Professional Consolidated Property Management, 3109 H St., Eureka. www. ppmrentals.com, Rental hotline (707) 444-9197. (R-0223) MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. Large clean 1BD. Wood stove. On large private lot in Redwoods. No Pets. $650. 443-6161. (R-0223) EUREKA FURNISHED 1BD APARTMENT. Available Now. Garage, Security Gate, Laundry, Water Paid. 1235 7th St., # A. $700. 4439207. (R-0223) HENDERSON ROOM FOR RENT. Need one more working male to share house. $400/month, $250/ deposit. Ron, 442-1337. (R-0223) ALL AREAS - ROOMMATES.COM. Browse hundreds of online listings with photos and maps. Find your roommate with a click of the mouse! Visit: http://www.Roommates.com. (AAN CAN) (R-0531)

TRINITY VILLAGE 1.3 ACRES WITH CREEK. 3BD/2BA main house. PLUS: Guest House, Art Studio/Workshop, Pool, Sauna, 2 Car Garage, Amenities Galore. $385,000. Call Gale Packard Realty, Owner/Broker, (530) 6294181. Open House Feb. 25 & 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (RE-0223) HISTORIC SALOON BUSINESS FOR SALE. New York Saloon business includes 48 liquor license (on sale liquor & off sale of beer and wine, catering license, equipment, stock, antiques, decor, flat screens, lease negotiable, great clientele & Facebook site. Oldest continuously running saloon in the same spot since before President Lincoln was President. $180,000 for the business & $200,000 for the liquor licenses. Serious inquirer’s only. $500.00 non-refundable deposit to look at books. Call Daniel or Dalene at (530) 623-4013. (RE-0308) MANUFACTURED HOME. 14 wide, 2bd/1ba, in Azalea Park, 2637 Hidden Terrace, McKinleyville. Lot 80x70. $26,000. (707) 838-7653. (RE-0301) LOT FOR SALE. Lot #6 of Alta Sierra Estates, Unit #16, Nevada County. For more information, call (707) 205-7118 or (707) 2057117. (RE-0308) LOT FOR SALE. Lot #1994 in Coppercove subdivision at Lake Tulloch, Calaveras County. For more information, call (707)2057118 or (707) 205-7117. (RE-0308) WILLOW CREEK PROPERTY. 1.33 acres, Willow Creek Community Service District Water, underground power & phone at property. R-2 soils report and perk tested. Approved septic system design by Trinity Engineering. Property is zoned RST. Property is located off Highway 299 on private road one mile east of Willow Creek. Ready to build. $99,900 will consider offers. (530) 629-2031 (RE-1227)

Business Rentals

MCKINLEYVILLE DELUXE OFFICES. 1300 Hiller Road. New Building, Upstairs Suites, 700 & 750 sq.ft. Steve, 498-1342. (BR-0322) DANCE STUDIO RENTAL. Humboldt Capoeira Academy offers rental space for the performing arts, beautiful 2800 sq. f.t dance space offers hardwood floors, wall-to wall windows, full length mirrors, and dressing rooms. Convenient location is visible from the plaza, and will help you to promote your classes. Check with us for rates and availability. Contact Sarara at (707) 498-6155, or sararacdo@hotmail.com. (BR-1227)

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Lodging/Travel

Registration For Spring Classes Begin Feb 27 njoy aa holiday winter hide-a-way njoy hide-a-way in in charming cabins nestled beneath the Trinity Alps. Perfect for snowshoeing, crosscountry skiing or just relax in peaceful seclusion.

Auto

Pets

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20 words and a photo, IN FULL COLOR for only $25 per week! Call 442-1400 or e-mail classified@northcoastjournal.com /96 DODGE RAM 1500 4WD. King cab. Good Condition. $3500, (707) 441-9586. (A-0301) 1997 CHEVY SUBURBAN 4X4. 3/4 ton 454, power steering/ brakes, dual air, 3rd seat, 58k, low mileage, running boards, loaded! Excellent Condition. $8500. 4439528. (A-0301) CASH FOR CARS: Any Car/Truck. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Call For Instant Offer: 1-888-420-3808 www. cash4car.com (AAN CAN) (A-0419) YOUR ROCKCHIP IS MY EMERGENCY! Glaswelder, Mobile, windshield repair. 442-GLAS, Humboldtwindshieldrepair.com (A-1227)

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Buy/Sell/Trade

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Pets

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Services

Music

Community MUSIC LESSONS. Piano, Guitar, Voice, Flute, etc. Piano tuning, Instrument repair. Digital multitrack recording. (707) 476-9239. (M-0223) PIANO LESSONS. Beginners, all ages. Experienced. Judith Louise 476-8919. (M-1227) SAXOPHONE/FLUTE LESSONS. All ages, beginner-advanced, jazz improvisation, technique. Susie Laraine: 441-1343. (M-1227) GUITAR/PIANO LESSONS. All ages, beginning and intermediate. Seabury Gould 444-8507. (M-1227)

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DEANNA’S CLEANING SERVICE. $15 hr. Residential, $20 hr. MoveOuts, Rentals & Estates, 2 hr.min. lic #8132, call 445-3610 (S-0517) PASTORI GUIDE SERVICE. Wild Hog Hunts, 442-8432. (SR-0308) AMUSING GAMES & AMAZING PERFORMANCES FOR ALL AGES. Events, Birthdays, Festivals, Kidszones. I’ll Juggle, Unicycle, & bring Toys. aokayClown.com, (707) 499-5628. (S-0223) HOUSE CLEANING. Riana Terrill. Experienced, Reliable & Efficient to meet your needs. 668-5205, 499-1536. $15/hour. (S-0426) TAI CHI GARDENER. Maintaining balance in your yard. Well equipt. Maintenance + Projects 18 yrs experience. Call Orion 825-8074, taichigardener.com. (S-0426) CATCH-LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY’S 25th Anniversary sale, 25% off all Weddings, Portraits and Events. (707) 845-4160 www.catch-light. com. (S-0913) HUMBOLDT HOUSE CLEANING. Rentals, Estates, Residential. Gift Certificates Available! Licensed & Bonded #3860. 707-444-2001. (S-0412) ERIC’S SERVICES. Home Repair, Maintenance, Affordable Prices (707) 499-4828. (S-0809) ALLIANCE LAWN & GARDEN CARE. Affordable, Dependable, and Motivated Yard maintenance. We’ll take care of all your basic lawn and garden needs. Including hedging, trimming, mowing, and hauling. Call for estimates (707) 834-9155, (707) 825-1082. (S-0524) SEWING SERVICE. Stitch in Time repairs & alterations. Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. 1038 11th street, Arcata. 707-496-3447 (S-1227) A-1 STEAM CARPET CLEANING. Ask us about our $99.00 2 room special. Also now offering Green Guard 442-3229 ext 13 (S-1227) ARCATA CLEANING COMPANY. The non-toxic cleaning solution for your home or office. 707-8227819. (S-1227)

CLARITY WINDOW CLEANING. Services available. Call Julie 8391518. (S-1227) DISORGANIZED? HIRE A PRO! Paper, clutter, kitchens, closets. A.D.D. specialist. Experienced, Affordable, Friendly. Claire Josefine 268-8585. www.clairejosefine. com. (S-0223) MCKEEVER ENERGY AND ELECTRIC. Residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural. Electrical contracting and design. Renewable energy. Energy efficiency and sustainability. Energy consulting, documentation and field verification. Contact Nate McKeever at 707-822-0100 or info@mckeeverenergyandelectric.com or visit www.mckeeverenergyandelectric. com. Lic. # CA C10 876832 (S-1227) WRITING CONSULTANT/EDITOR. Fiction, nonfiction, poetry. Dan Levinson, MA, MFA. 443-8373. www.ZevLev.com. (S-0223)

Legal Services Kathleen Bryson Attorney DUI & DMV Hearings Cultivation/Possession Juvenile Delinquency Misdemeanors & Felonies Former Hum. Co. Deputy DA Member of CA DUI Lawyers Assoc. FREE CONSULTATION 732 5th Street, Suite C, Eureka, CA 95501 707.268.8600 kbesq@sbcglobal.net

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Community LIFETREE CAFE: JOIN THE CONVERSATION. Come get practical tips for coping with the challenge of losing a loved one to Alzheimer’s. Sun., Feb. 26, 7 p.m. Lifetree Café, 76 13th St., Arcata. Free Admission. Questions, Contact Bob Dipert 672-2919, bobdipert@hotmail. com. (C-0223) BE A LIFE SAVER! Your blood donation is always needed!! Call the Northern California Community Blood Bank. Call for Bloodmobile schedule. 2524 Harrison St., Eureka, 443-8004

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BLOOD DRIVE & ART FAIR. Sat., Feb. 25, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Redwood Acres Turf Room. Blood collections decline during the winter months and flu season. CR students have planned this event as a community service to encourage the community to give the gift of life. There will be artisan vendors there as well! Booth Rental Info, Call Christena Caporale, 205-7533 or Shelley Hisken 834-3288. For blood donor eligibility visit: www.nccbb. org or call 443-8005. (C-0223) PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? Talk with caring agency specializing in matching Birthmothers with Families nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Call 24/7 Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions 866-413-6293 (Void in Illinois) (C-0301) BECOME A FOSTER PARENT. Provide a safe and stable environment for youth 13-18 for them to learn and grow in their own community. Contact the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services Foster Care Hotline at 441-5013 and ask for Peggy. (C-0726) GOOD HEALTH is a great New Year’s resolution. Your new health practitioner may be listed here. Tell them you saw their notice in the Journal.

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NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING/ FERTILITY AWARENESS CLASS. Safe, effective, fun, women & men, all ages. Call Marla Joy (707) 845-4307, marla_joy@suddenlink. net (MB-0426) NEEDING SOME SUPPORT RIGHT NOW? Experienced counselor & therapist Linda Nesbitt, MSW, LCSW (Lic#18830) is expanding her practice and welcoming new clients. Focusing on stress/anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma recovery, relationship challenges and postpartum support. EMDR Advanced Trained. (707) 268-0929. (MB-0426) SWEETHEART SPECIAL. Certified therapeutic massage for women. First timers $10 off. Soaking tub available. Call Brittny, 445-7919. (MB-0301) HIGHER EDUCATION FOR SPIRITUAL UNFOLDMENT. Bachelors, Masters, D.D./Ph.D., distance learning, University of Metaphysical Sciences. Bringing professionalism to metaphysics. (707) 822-2111 (MB-1227)

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ZUMBA. Latin-inspired fitness program using international music and various dance styles including Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue and Reggaeton for a great cardio workout. Every Mon. and Thurs. at the Bayside Grange 6-7 p.m., 2297 Jacoby Creek Rd. $6/$4 Grange members. Every Wed. 6-7 p.m. in Fortuna at the Mon. Club, 610 Main St. Every Tue. at the Trinidad Town Hall 12 p.m. and every Thur. at Eureka Vets Hall 12 p.m. Marla Joy 707845-4307. (MB-1227) NORTHCOAST AIKIDO FOUNDATION. Instructing non-violent martial arts since 1978. Mon.-Fri., 6-7:30 pm. Adult Beginning Special: 6 weeks for $99, enrollment ongoing. Children’s classes Mon. or Wed., 4-5 pm, $40/month. Visitors welcome! 890 G Street, Arcata, entrance around back. 826-9395. www.northcoastaikido.org. (MB-1227)

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