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from North Coast Journal 09-30-2021 Edition

Free Will Astrology

Calendar Sept. 30 – Oct. 7 , 2021

Photo by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill

Fall has arrived and nothing says the season of spookiness and spice is upon us like a trip to the pumpkin patch. Here’s a selection of patches where you can find the perfect canvas for your porch step jack-o-lantern, pick up baking pumpkins for pies, sip fresh cider and snap family photos in the fields. Earthly Edibles Pumpkin Patch in Korbel is open Tuesdays-Fridays, 1 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through October. While pumpkin hunting at Huddie’s Harvest Pumpkin Patch in Arcata, take a trip through the corn maze. If you make it out, check out Huddie’s farm stand, too. Huddie’s is open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Organic Matters Pumpkin Patch in Eureka is open and full of gorgeous gourds weekdays from Oct. 1-31. The Fortuna Pumpkin Patch at Table Bluff Farms is open Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s got an assortment of pumpkins, plus “Pumpkin” the pig will be there for pets and photos. Masks required. In SoHum, check out Luna Farm Pumpkin Patch, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festivities there also include a farm stand and a photo booth. Leonardi’s Pumpkin Patch is also slated to open soon. Check the Facebook page for updates.

Photo by Mark McKenna Discover more beautiful fall colors this weekend at Pastels on the Plaza on Saturday, Oct. 2 and Sunday, Oct. 3 around the Arcata Plaza (free to view). This annual benefit for Northcoast Children’s Services sees more than 100 artists representing local businesses and organizations sponsoring chalk drawings whit brightly colored scenes in squares around the plaza. In years past, you had to catch these masterpieces, like Bert and Mary Poppins, before the rain washed them away. This season, they may linger a bit longer.

The Spindrifters, submitted

Wine by the Screen — just another Saturday night during a pandemic or the name of Humboldt Coastal Nature Center’s revamped annual fundraiser? Why, both, of course. Gather ’round your devices Saturday, Oct. 2 to support coastal stewardship with your pre-ordered, to-go gourmet dinner or wine/cheese/ goodie bag packages. Pre-order your packages by visiting www.friendsofthedunes.org/winebythescreen, then tune into the Friends of the Dunes’ website, YouTube channel or Facebook page to watch live music by the Spindrifters and live art by Shawn Griggs and Jane Cipra, starting at 4 p.m.

Heads up, folks: Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in the area, many events are in flux. Please check our online calendar for event changes and contact information before heading out. We’ll do our best to update the rapidly changing info. At press time, these events are still on. Please remember the county mandatory masking ordinance is in place and mask up for yourself and your neighbors.

30 Thursday

Humboldt Open Paint Out. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. Artists are invited to paint some of the most dramatic scenery in all of North America. This year’s judge is Jennifer McChristian, award winning, nationally known plein air artist, recently published in Plein Air magazine. $95 entry fee for Redwood Art Association members, $145 for non members. www.redwoodart.net.

LECTURE

Pier Crabbing w/Dana Taylor. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. People ages 16 to 26 learn from a video about pier crab fishing hosted by Dana Taylor. Part of Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration Youth Advisory Board’s virtual wellness series. RSVP at least two days prior and get a care package and supplies delivered. Email, call or text. Free. staff@ hctayc.org. 298-5190, 298-5184. Sustainable Futures Speaker Series. 5:30-7 p.m. Virtual World, Online. As part of the Sustainable Futures Speaker Series, Sophia Stamatopoulou-Robbins presents “Waste Siege: The Life of Infrastructure in Palestine,” on the lives of Palestinians. envcomm1@ humboldt.edu. humboldtstate.zoom.us/webinar/ register/WN_TPcgxjgURLqnM8rSTUOQ0g. 263653.

SPOKEN WORD

The Writers Lounge via Zoom. 7:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. A writing workshop geared toward stand-up and comedy. Zoom Room: 857 4217 6054. Password: writers. Join Zoom Meeting www.us02web. zoom.us/j/85742176054?pwd=dWp4UGVqaUVYQ0wzekVnZkZ0VlMzZz09.

EVENTS

Fire Relief Donation Drive. 2-5 p.m. Arcata Veterans Hall, 1425 J St. Updated list of needs and a monetary donation site online. legionprograms@gmail.com. www.battlenhomefronts.org/localaction/?fbclid=IwAR3Rl-5mRv64ntGRryc2q3ZuscCzQfSq3fbu-bH356WdI0DU4u8Sbgxf6Wc. 610-6619.

FOR KIDS

Fortuna Library Recorded Readings. Virtual World, Online. Hosted by the Fortuna Branch Library on its Facebook page. www.facebook.com/HumCoLibraryFortuna. MARZ Project. Noon-5 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Humboldt and Del Norte county youth ages 12 to 26 learn to express themselves creatively in visual art, audio and video production. All MARZ students have free access to equipment, software and training. Meets via Zoom by appointment. Free. marzproject@ inkpeople.org. 442-8413. Virtual Junior Rangers. 11:30 a.m. Virtual World, Online. North Coast Redwoods District of California State Parks offers kids’ programs and activities about coast redwoods, marine protected areas and more, plus Junior Ranger badges. Register online and watch live. www.bit.ly/NCRDVirtualJuniorRanger.

FOOD

Henderson Center Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. Fresh local produce, straight from the farmer. Live music every week. www.northcoastgrowersassociation.org/. 441-9999. McKinleyville Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Eureka Natural Foods, McKinleyville, 2165 Central Ave. Local, GMO-free produce. Live music. Free. www. northcoastgrowersassociation.org/. Volunteer Orientation Food for People. 3-4 p.m. Help fight hunger and improve nutrition in the community. Visit the website to be invited to a Zoom orientation. Free. volunteer@foodforpeople.org. www. foodforpeople.org/volunteering. 445-3166 ext. 310.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

Earthly Edibles Pumpkin Patch. 1-6 p.m. Earthly Edibles Farm, Riverside Road, Korbel, Blue Lake. Organic pumpkins and farm stand. Huddie’s Harvest Pumpkin Patch. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Huddie’s Harvest, 3364 Foster Ave., Arcata. Pumpkin patch, corn maze, farm stand. Pumpkin Carving Contest. Virtual World, Online. Voting for the contest runs from Oct. 15 to Oct. 30. Winners will be chosen by the number of “likes” their image receives on Clarke Museum Facebook page. Winners will be announced on Oct. 31. $5-$15 per entry suggested donation. dana.f@clarkemuseum. org. www.clarkemuseum.org/events.html. 443-1947.

MEETINGS

Ujima Parent Peer Support. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. For BIPOC families. See www. facebook.com/HC-Black-Music-Arts-Association-104727504645663 for more information. hcblackmusicnarts@gmail.com. Virtual Whiteness Accountability Space. Noon-1 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Community members who identify as white are invited to weekly conversations led by white facilitator from Equity Arcata. Email for the Zoom link. equityarcata@gmail.com.

OUTDOORS

Coastal Cleanup Month. Countywide, Locations throughout Humboldt County, Humboldt. Participate in the annual Northcoast Enviornmental Center event by hosting your own private cleanup with friends and family or attending an outdoor community cleanup event. Free. ivynecmail@gmail.com. www.yournec. org/coastalcleanupmonth. Live from Behind the Redwood Curtain. Ongoing, 3-3:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. California State Parks’ North Coast Redwoods District is broadcasting programs featuring tall trees and rugged seas from state parks via Facebook. Free. www.facebook.com/ NorthCoastRedwoods.

ETC

English Express: An English Language Class for

Adults. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. This class offers pronunciation, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, verb conjugations and common expressions. All levels welcome. Join anytime. Free. www. englishexpressempowered.com. Restorative Movement. 10:30-11:30 a.m. & 2-3 p.m. Virtual World, Online. SoHum Health presents classes focused on strength and mobility (Tuesday), and on relaxation and breath work (Thursday). Contact instructor Ann Constantino for online orientation. $3-$5 donation per class, no one is turned away for lack of funds. annconstantino@gmail.com. www. sohumhealth.org. 923-3921.

1 Friday

ART

Art Hike Adventure Tour: Victorian Village. 9 a.m. Ferndale Main Street, Ferndale. Join Margaret Kellermann on a walking art workshop through Ferndale with some history and architecture. All levels of artists, ages 10-17 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets online. $40. www.ferndalemusiccompany.com/classes-and-workshops/art-hike-adventure-tour-victorian-village. 786-7030. Humboldt Open Paint Out. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. See Sept. 30 listing.

MUSIC

Shelter n Play. 6 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Public group on Facebook made up of locals. Open mic for all skill levels, all styles, everyone’s welcome to watch or perform. Sign-ups Wednesdays at noon. www. facebook.com/groups/224856781967115.

EVENTS

Friday Night Market--POSTPONED. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Postponed due to the steep rise in cases and hospitalizations associated with the Delta variant in Humboldt County.

FOR KIDS

MARZ Project. Noon-5 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See Sept. 30 listing.

topics: Oct. 2- The History of Bridgeville, with Jessie Wheeler; Nov. 6- “A Life in History” with Ray Raphael; Dec. 4- Humboldt County Lighthouses, with Julie Clarke. Sign up using the Google Form www.forms. gle/RgLa2ngJKqBH2vPx5 for an email with the Zoom meeting invite. Free. 269-1915.

EVENTS

Second Annual Big Sale. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Eureka Theater, 612 F St. Fundraiser for Eureka Theater. Browse art, jewelry, Fire & Light glassware, antiques and collectibles, furniture, household goods and more. www. theeurekatheater.org. October Trash Bash. 9-10:30 a.m. 1000 Vigo St., Eureka. Join the city of Eureka and PacOut Green Team for the bi-monthly clean-up. Costumes encouraged. Meet next to MOD Pizza at 9 a.m. At 10:30, meet back up for a group photo and raffle. Bring gloves, pickers and buckets. Some supplies provided. Please do not participate if you are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms. www.fb.me/e/1JPijhDbf. Pastels on the Plaza. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. This benefit for Northcoast Children’s Services is supported by local business sponsors and features more than 100 artists chalk drawing on the plaza. Free.

Rally for Reproductive Rights & Abortion Justice.

2-3 p.m. County Courthouse, 825 Fifth St., Eureka. Gather in support of Roe v. Wade and a woman’s right to reproductive rights and body autonomy. Masks are required and CDC-recommended protocols will be maintained. Free. 2021rally4reproductiverights@ gmail.com. www.act.womensmarch.com/event/oct2-2021-march/1323?source=map&akid=. Wine by the Screen. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. Wine by the Sea has been reimagined so supporters of coastal stewardship and education can enjoy music, art, local barbecue and wine from home. Tune in to the Friends of the Dunes’ website, YouTube Channel or FaceBook page. www.friendsofthedunes.org/.

FOR KIDS

HCBMAA Reading and Book Discussion. Noon-1 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Presented by the HC Black Music and Arts Association every Saturday during farmers market. For youth and families. info@ hcblackmusicnarts.org. www.hcblackmusicnarts.org.

FOOD

Arcata Plaza Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Every Saturday Humboldt County farmers bring their non-GMO bounty, rain or shine. EBT accepted and Market Match is offered. Information and COVID rules online. Free. info@ northcoastgrowersassociation.org. www.northcoastgrowersassociation.org. 441-9999. Sea Goat Farmstand. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Abbey of the Redwoods, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Fresh veggies grown onsite, fresh sourdough bread from Humboldt Baking Company and farm fresh eggs. Art from local artists as well as goods from a variety of local artisans. flowerstone333@gmail.com. (530) 205-5882.

GARDEN

Sea Goat Farm Garden Volunteer Opportunities. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Abbey of the Redwoods, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See Oct. 1 listing.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

Edibles Farm, Riverside Road, Korbel, Blue Lake. See Sept. 30 listing. Fortuna Pumpkin Patch. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Table Bluff Farm’s Pumpkin Patch, 1813 Eel River Drive, Fortuna. Jack-o-Lantern pumpkins, specialty pumpkins for baking, soups and pies. Pumpkin the kunekune pig will be there for pets and photos. Family photos in patch available. Masks required. Free admission, pumpkins by the pound. info@tableblufffarm.com. www.fb.me/e/4DHddnp1P. 890-6699. Huddie’s Harvest Pumpkin Patch. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Huddie’s Harvest, 3364 Foster Ave., Arcata. See Sept. 30 listing. Luna Farm Pumpkin Patch. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Luna Farm, 3345 Dyerville Loop Road, Redcrest. Festivities also include a farm stand with Luna Farm organic fruits and vegetables, seasonal food and sweet treats for sale, and a photo booth. Organic Matters Pumpkin Patch. Organic Matters Ranch, 6821 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. See Oct. 1 listing. Pumpkin Carving Contest. Virtual World, Online. See Sept. 30 listing.

MEETINGS

Sistahood. 9:30-11 a.m. Virtual World, Online. For women teenagers and older on Zoom, to build healthy relationships and strengthen ties through validation and affirmation. Music from 9:30 a.m., open conversation from 9:45 a.m., meditation with the Sista Prayer Warriors from 10:45 a.m.

OUTDOORS

Arcata Marsh Tour. 2 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Meet leader Elliott Dabill in front of the Interpretive Center on South G Street for a 90-minute walk focusing on Marsh ecology. Bring a mask to comply with current COVID rules. Free. 826-2359. Audubon Guided Bird Walk. 8:30-11 a.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, South I Street. Meet leader Michael Morris at the end of South I Street (Klopp Lake). Bring your binoculars. COVID-19 participation guidelines online. RSVP by text or email with the walk date and name, email and phone number for each participant. Free. thebook@reninet.com. www. rras.org/home.aspx. 499-1247. Live from Behind the Redwood Curtain. Ongoing, 3-3:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See Sept. 30 listing. Stewardship Work Days. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Trinidad Coastal Land Trust, 380 Janis Court. Help care for the coast you love with invasive English ivy and Scotch broom removal, and beach trail maintenance between the Little River and Big Lagoon. Email to sign up. Free. michelle@trinidadcoastallandtrust.org. www.trinidadcoastallandtrust.org.

SPORTS

FORE! The Community Golf Classic. 8:30 a.m. Eureka Municipal Golf Course, 4750 Fairway Dr. All proceeds go toward The C.A.P.E. Fund and The Betty Kwan Chinn Homeless Foundation. Includes: golf, golf cart, range balls, lunch and gift bags. Call to register. $500 per foursome. www.playeureka.com. 443-4808.

ETC

Abbey of the Redwoods Flea Market. First Saturday of every month, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Grace Good Shepherd Church, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Local arts, products, goods. Free entry. Club Triangle Streaming Saturdays. Virtual World, Online. Weekly online queer variety show. Submissions accepted daily. Post your art on social media and tag @clubtriangle. #coronoshebettadont. Free. www.facebook.com/clubtriangl

English Express: An English Language Class for

Adults. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. See Sept. 30 listing.

3 Sunday

MUSIC

Music in the Garden. First Sunday of every month. Humboldt Botanical Garden, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, College of the Redwoods campus, north entrance, Eureka. Enjoy live music on the first and third Sundays of the month June through October. www.hbgf.org. The Quebe Sisters--POSTPONED. 7:30 p.m. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Country-Western swing. $25-$30.

EVENTS

NRLT Boots and Birkenstocks. 5 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Northcoast Regional Land Trust’s annual celebration with a week-long online auction and a new mini-documentary about its largest conservation easement, the Hunter Ranch. www.ncrlt.org/ AC2021. 822-2242. Pastels on the Plaza. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. See Oct. 2 listing.

FOOD

Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Free, hot food for everyone. Mostly vegan and organic and always delicious. Free.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

Earthly Edibles Pumpkin Patch. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Earthly Edibles Farm, Riverside Road, Korbel, Blue Lake. See Sept. 30 listing. Fortuna Pumpkin Patch. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Table Bluff Farm’s Pumpkin Patch, 1813 Eel River Drive, Fortuna. See Oct. 2 listing. Huddie’s Harvest Pumpkin Patch. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Huddie’s Harvest, 3364 Foster Ave., Arcata. See Sept. 30 listing. Luna Farm Pumpkin Patch. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Luna Farm, 3345 Dyerville Loop Road, Redcrest. See Oct. 2 listing. Organic Matters Pumpkin Patch. Organic Matters Ranch, 6821 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. See Oct. 1 listing. Pumpkin Carving Contest. Virtual World, Online. See Sept. 30 listing.

OUTDOORS

Live from Behind the Redwood Curtain. Ongoing, 3-3:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See Sept. 30 listing.

Women & Girls Birdwatching Walk - Raptors Along

the V Street Loop. 9-11 a.m. Arcata Bottoms V Street Loop, 3711-3001 Old Samoa Road. Join Jaime Carlino and Laura Echavez to look for northern harriers, red-shouldered and red-tailed hawks, smaller falcons and owl species. COVID-19 participation guidelines online. Email to attend. Free. janelle.choj@gmail.com. www.rras.org/home.aspx.

ETC

English Express: An English Language Class for

Adults. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. See Sept. 30 listing.

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“LARGEST BRAND SELECTION IN THE COUNTY”

Humboldt Flea Market. First Sunday of every month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. New location. Masks and safe social distancing required. Browse antiques, collectibles, tools, records, clothes, crafts, pies, jams and more. $2, free for anyone under the age of 13.

4 Monday

BOOKS

Equity Arcata’s Community Book Club. First Monday of every month, 4-6 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Alia Dunphy and Meridith Oram discuss Adrienne Marie Brown’s book, Emergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds. On Zoom. Register online. www. equityarcata.com.