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HO LIDAY G IFT G U I D E 20 1 6 Those little fellows on the cover are the Scandinavian precursors of the Elf on the Shelf: tomtar, little gnomes watching over us and helping out unseen. Who couldn't use the help, especially as the whirlwind of holiday events picks up? You can channel your own inner tomte as you thumb through our Gift Guide for treasures and trinkets with which to treat the ones you love. Then enjoy tiptoeing around like those tiny Norse gnomes, stashing the goods until the big reveal. Feel free to wear a little hat. – Jennifer Fumiko Cahill
Contents The Gift Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 – 19 Index of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Selected Calendar of Holiday Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 - 22
On the cover: Mail/Office 310 F St., Eureka, CA 95501 707 442-1400 FAX: 707 442-1401 www.northcoastjournal.com
Items from Plaza Arcata, photo by Amy Kumler.
The North Coast Journal is a weekly newspaper serving Humboldt County. Circulation: 21,000 copies distributed FREE at more than 450 locations. Mail subscriptions: $39 / 52 issues. Single back issues mailed / $2.50. Entire contents of the North Coast Journal are copyrighted. No article may be reprinted without publisher’s written permission. Printed on recycled paper with soy-based ink.
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Glamorous Boutique Embossed teal green clutch $128, Hobo “Lauren” leather clutch $110.
Arcata Artisans “Fromage / Cheese” oil and collage on gessoed paper by Anna Oneglia $125.
Holly Yashi Holiday Limited Edition “Jubilee” earrings $120.
Threadbare Dancewear Dance bag, $19.50 and rhinestone key chain, $14.00.
Pacific Outfitters “Luisa” Uggs $101.75.
The Blacksmith Shop Table by Monica Coyne, price upon request.
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Golden Gait Mercantile Women’s felt hat $44.95.
Hot Knots Free People sweater $168, lacy halter bra $38, Free People Mary Jane’s $168.
Find these stores and more on page 20
Many Hands Thumb Fun Kalimba, from $96.
Pacific Outfitters Kamik rainboots $36.35.
North Coast Co-op Golden Bee wax blocks $2.99 each, pillar candle $13.99, flower candles by Rosewood Naturals $13.39 each. north coast journal Gift Guide
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Sequoia Park Zoo Kid’s zoo t-shirt $14.50, zookeeper vest $21, animal crackers $2.
Hensel’s Ace Hardware Ant incense holder sculpture $99.99.
Guinevere’s Candles Medium ball candle $16.00.
Carl Johnson Co. Reindeer wall decor $99.99. Threadbare Dancewear Soft and cozy legwarmers from KDdids $16.00.
Current Fortuna Rock Hound soaps from $1.
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Featuring a full selection of hand forged Hemmer Knives
Plaza Tocca travel perfumes $35 each.
Made from Saw Blades
Free Sharpenings for as long as were here!
455 Main Street Ferndale 7 days! (707) 786-4216
FerndaleBlacksmith.com North Coast Co-op Ferment’n home fermentation kit $16.39, (Ball jar not included).
Eureka Natural Foods Andes Altiplano hat $23.99 and scarf $35.99.
Many Hands Gallery Menorahs from $26.
Holly Yashi Cassandra Jewelry Box $45.
Kitchenware Local Products Food Candy Hats Jewelery AND MORE
There’s a gift for everyone
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Hensel’s Ace Hardware DeWalt Max XR brushless impact driver kit - 20v $199.99.
Eureka Natural Foods Green Toys Seacopter $19.99 and character figures (4 Pack) $9.99.
Los Bagels Slug Slime 4-pack $22.
Pacific Outfitters Northface women’s “Lucia” jacket $93.03.
Pacific Outfitters Northface men’s short sleeved crew $12.16, flannel shirt $46.28 and stretch Thermoball jacket $121.
Great Western Boulet handcrafted boots $259.95, American West handcrafted leather purse $178.
Trinidad Art Gallery Ceramic/Wood goblets: collaboration by porcelain ceramicist Elain Y. Shore and woodworker Tom Kingshill.
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Plaza Family games. Chinese checkers $23, dominoes $20, movie buff quiz cards $12.
Humboldt Clothing Co. Camper mug $9.
Current Fortuna 2017 Ladies of Literature Wall Calendar $28.99.
Find these stores
Threadbare Dancewear Sports bras and shorts, $19.50 per piece, 10% off for each set.
and more on page 20
Abraxas Shoes & Leather (New Eureka Location) UGG Lilou sheepskin boots $190, UGG Shaye rain boots $80, Rain boot socks $39.50.
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5 O’clock Shadow Diesel jeans $178, Lucky Brand henley $49, Kuhl jacket $179.
Mad River Gardens Dewit forged garden tools from $24.99.
Many gifts,
from many hands Gifts With meaning & history • Over 45 local artisans • Ethnic fair trade imports • suitcase friendly Souvenirs & curiosities
Many Hands
Gallery Open until 9pm 2nd & F St. in the heart of Old Town Eureka
Abraxas Cubic zirconia rings.
(707) 445-0455
manyhandsgallery.net
Hensel’s Ace Hardware YETI Rambler tumbler $39.99, Colster $29.99, Sidekick gear case $34.99.
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Pacific Outfitters GoPro Hero5 Black 4K Ultra HD Camera $399.99.
Current Fortuna Holiday cards $5 each.
The Blacksmith Shop Lionhead by Douglas Pryor, price upon request. Glamorous Boutique Liquid Metal bracelet $119.
Threadbare Dancewear Stunning mesh-back leotard from Mirella $39.00.
Find these stores and more on page 20
Hot Knots “Acapella” boots $140. Free People ivory scarf $58, Cut N’ Paste leather tote $280. north coast journal Gift Guide
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Golden Gait Mercantile Soup mixes $6.99 each, soup cups $6.76 each.
The Bodega Humboldt Nothing Obvious ultimate comfort sweatsuit printed locally and made in the US for men and women. $95 for the set, can be sold separately.
Find these stores and more on page 20
Abraxas Shoes & Leather (New Eureka Location) Frye handbag $348, Frye short pull on boot $298.
Great Western Justin boots handcrafted in the USA $209.95, leather belt $39.
Sequoia Park Zoo Eagle plush $12, and mug $10.95. Humboldt Clothing Co. Pop top jar $16.20.
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Hensel’s Ace Hardware YETI Hopper Cooler 20 $299.99.
The Blacksmith Shop Elephant utensils by Joe Anderson $2,500.
Many Hands Gallery Liscom Hill pottery as shown from $12.
Great Western P.J. Salvage cowgirl pajamas $99.95. Pacific Outfitters Men’s Kühl plaid shirt, $37.95, 1/4 zip pullover $59.95, and jacket $76.89.
Plaza Pendleton fringed motor robe with leather carrier $112.
North Coast Co-op Hydro Flask 64 oz. Insulated Water Bottle $57.29, Klean Kanteen wide mouth $28.95, or insulated classic $30.95.
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Hensel’s Ace Hardware KitchenAid Artisan mixer in pear, $399.99.
Plaza Pineapple cocktail shaker $80.
The Bodega Humboldt The perfect way to keep it real while you represent - the Humboldt ring (unisex) $58.
Arcata Artisans Hand-built ceramic vase by Michael Pearce $40.
Holly Yashi Holly Yashi “Northern Lights” necklace $285, bracelet $235, earrings $45.
Pacific Outfitters Animator 16" Kid’s Bike $125.06.
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Eureka Natural Foods Andes kid’s dragon mittens and hat $19.99 each.
Philosopher’s Stone Larimar stone and sterling silver rings. Over 30 unique designs. $60-$100.
218 F ST, EUREKA
Sequoia Park Zoo Action for Cheetahs necklace $12.
(707) 630-5034
FIND US ON
Abraxas Shoes & Leather (New Eureka Location) Blundstone leather v-cut boots $170.
Trinidad Art Gallery Silk painting by Amanita Mollier.
Los Bagels Gift pack of Los Bagels Granola, Slug Slime and Larrupin Sauce $20.
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Carl Johnson Co. Merry Christmas sign $54.99.
Abraxas Jewelers Peridot and white gold necklace.
Many Hands Gallery Banana slug ornament $23, Bigfoot ornament $23
Carl Johnson Co. Adult Flapjack PJ’s $39.95.
Mad River Gardens Danforth pewter ornaments $17.50 each.
Golden Gait Mercantile Cow Farms hot chocolate mix $7.95, peppermint puffs and soft sticks $1.97 each.
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Guinevere’s Candles Large pillar candle $28.00.
Sequoia Park Zoo Bungalow 360 wristlet $14.50 and messenger bag $23.
Philosopher’s Stone Amethyst Tree Sculpture $75.
Plaza Bavarian wool coasters $24.
Find these stores and more on page 20
Glamorous Boutique True Religion skinny jeans $188, Hudson boot cut jeans $198.
Humboldt Clothing Co. Forest pullover hoodie $55.
Abraxas Jewelers Purple spinel and blue tanzanite rings set in white gold.
Threadbare Dancewear Multi-layer tutu available in several color combinations $18.50.
Trinidad Art Gallery Necklace by bead artist Ocean Madrone. north coast journal Gift Guide
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Humboldt Clothing Co. Water pipe $180.
Current Fortuna S’well 25 oz. bottle (cold for 24, hot for 12) $45.00.
Arcata Recreation Division presents the 17th Annual
Holiday Craft Market
With over 50 local artisans, you’re sure to find unique handcrafted gifts for this holiday season! Arcata Community Center Benefiting the Youth Development Scholarship Fund
Sat., Dec. 10th 10am–5pm Sun., Dec. 11th 10am–4pm Admission $1
For more information contact:
822-7091 • www.cityofarcata.org/rec • Find us on Facebook!
Guinevere’s Candles
Los Bagels Larrupin Sauce 4-pack $30.
4465 So. Broadway, Eureka South of KMART 443-9388 • Open 7 Days
Found in local Stores! flowercandles@yahoo.com www.flowercandles.com
Order by December 19th for shipping before Christmas!
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Stop by Great Western and cross those names off your Christmas list! Free gift wrapping! WORK PLAY • RI DE
Guinevere’s Candles Teardrop candle $25.00.
Abraxas Shoes & Leather (New Eureka Location) Børn “Helen” Boot (available in wide calf sizes) $199.
Great Western STS Ranchwear leather jacket with concealed weapon pocket $329.95, Ariat shirt $54.95.
Sequoia Park Zoo Snare Wire Art from Zimbabwe African wild dog $30.
Arcata Artisans “Moonstone #2” acrylic on canvas by Mimi LaPlant $120.
Find these stores The Blacksmith Shop Glass “Buddha Bowl” by George Bucquet paired with blacksmithing by Monica Coyne, price upon request.
and more on page 20
Mad River Gardens Polish pottery creamer $34.99, mug $32.99, teapot $78.99. north coast journal Gift Guide
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Sale!!
Index of Advertisers
20% off! Holiday hours: 9am-5pm 7 days/wk (707) 822-7049 3384 Janes Rd • Arcata
All area codes (707) unless otherwise noted.
Christmas ornaments, Giftware & Hand Forged Garden Tools from Holland.
Abraxas Jewelers 425 Third Street, Eureka 443-4638
Hot Knots 898 G Street, Arcata 822-2511
Arcata Artisans 883 H Street, Arcata 825-9133
The Bodega Humboldt 426 Third Street, Eureka nothing-obvious.com
The Blacksmith Shop 445 Main Street, Ferndale 786-4216 ferndaleblacksmith.com
Humboldt Clothing Co. Bayshore Mall, Eureka 476-0400 987 H Street, Arcata 822-3090 humboldtclothing.com
Carl Johnson Co. 3950 Jacobs Ave., Eureka 443-4851 carljohnsonco.com Unique Locally Made Hand Crafted Holiday Wish Lists Custom Gift Baskets
Current Fortuna 591 Main Street, Fortuna 682-8090 currentfortuna.com
(707) 682-8090
591 Main St., Fortuna
currentfortuna.com
Happy Holidays from our family to yours!
NEW
SHOE STORE NOW OPEN! ACROSS FROM VERN’S
615 5th St, Eureka (707) 798-6194
Men & Women’s Shoes & Boots UGG | Frye | Bed-Stu Purses, Gifts and MORE!
Open 7 Days
Golden Gait Mercantile 421 Main Street, Ferndale 786-4891 goldengaitmercantile.com
TRUE RELIGION ROCK REVIVAL HUDSON • RVCA LRG • KUHL HOBO • LUCKY FREE PEOPLE
&
WOMEN’S AND MEN’S CLOTHING Strongs Creek Plaza 1095 S. Fortuna Blvd, Fortuna
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Eureka Natural Foods 1450 Broadway, Eureka 442-6325 2165 Central Ave, McKinleyville 839-3636 eurekanaturalfoods.com
Mad River Gardens 3384 Janes Road, Arcata 822-7049 madrivergardens.com Many Hands Gallery 438 Second Street, Eureka 445-0455 manyhandsgallery.net North Coast Co-op 25 Fifth Street, Eureka 443-6027 811 I Street, Arcata 822-5947 northcoast.coop
Glamorous Boutique 1095 South Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna 725-9933
Pacific Outfitters 1600 Fifth Street, Eureka 443-6328 737 G Street, Arcata 822-0321 pacificoutfitters.com
5 O’clock Shadow 1095 South Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna 725-8815
The Philosopher’s Stone 218 F Street, Eureka 630-5034
Great Western 4465 Broadway, Eureka 443-9388 greatwesterncc.com
Plaza 808 G Street, Arcata 822-2250 plazaarcata.com
Guinevere’s Candles P.O Box 1, Bridgeville 777-1702 guineverescandles.com
Sequoia Park Zoo 3414 W Street, Eureka 441-4263 sequoiaparkzoo.net
Hensel’s Ace Hardware 884 Ninth Street, Arcata 822-2965
Threadbare Dancewear 668 Eighth Street, Arcata 822-7894
Holly Yashi 1300 Ninth Street, Arcata 822-5132 hollyyashi.com
Trinidad Art Gallery 490 Trinity Street, Trinidad 677-3770 trinidadartgallery.com
Holiday Event Calendar All area codes (707) unless otherwise noted.
November 24 Thursday Community Thanksgiving Dinner. 12-3 pm. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Join the community for a Thanksgiving Dinner with live music and entertainment. Everyone is welcome to attend. Free. Turkey Trot. 9 am. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. Fun 3-mile walk/run through Old Town. Register from 7:30 am at Old Town Coffee and Chocolates, then stretch for the trot at 9 am. 822-3136.
25 Friday The Folks Christmas Crafts Fair. Ferndale Veterans Memorial Building, 1100 Main St. Peruse the many local craft booths and do some holiday shopping. Post Holiday Hike. 1-4 pm. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. Stretch your legs and get outside to walk off your holiday dinner with a Friends of the Dunes naturalist. All ages are welcome. R.S.V.P. is recommended but not required. Free. info@ friendsofthedunes.org. 444-1397. Santa Arrives in Old Town. 2-4 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. Visit with Santa. Bring your camera. Free.
26 Saturday The Folks Christmas Crafts Fair. Ferndale Veterans Memorial Building, 1100 Main St. See Nov. 25 listing.
Snowball Drop. 11:30 am. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. Win goodies when the “snowballs” start flying. Free. Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. Santa will be roaming Downtown and Old Town Eureka from 11-2pm. Find him every hour at the Gazebo (2nd & F Street). Free.
27 Sunday Photos with Santa. 6-9 pm. Bear River Casino Hotel, 11 Bear Paws Way, Loleta. Bring the kiddos for pictures with Santa. Free. 733-9644. Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. See Nov. 26 listing.
December 01 Thursday Ferndale Music Company Christmas Recital. 7 pm. The Old Steeple, 246 Berding St., Ferndale. Talented students and staff perform holiday tunes for friends and family. Date TBA. $5, free for kids.
02 Friday Eureka Symphony Holiday Concert. 8 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G St., Eureka. Featuring Antonio Vivaldi’s Violin Concerto “Il riposo per il Santissimo natale” in E-Major, and J. S. Bach’s “Cantata BWV 191 Gloria in excelsis Deo,” with the Eureka Symphony Chorus soloists. Also Howard Blake’s The
Snowman with and an audience singalong. $19-$49, two children 12 and under free with paying adult.
Humboldt Artisans Crafts and Music Festival. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. See Dec. 2 listing.
Hospitality Night Open House. Ferndale Main Street, Main Street. The Victorian Village welcomes friends to a lively evening block party. Merchants stay open until 9 pm to serve up cheer along with free beverages and goodies. Free. 786-4477.
Santa Claus Arrives in Ferndale. 10:30 am. Ferndale Main Street, Main Street. St. Nick and his jolly elf bring bags of goodies for youngsters on Main Street. Free.
Humboldt Artisans Crafts and Music Festival. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. Holiday arts and crafts in four buildings, five stages of live music and food booths. $3, free for kids & seniors, free with a toy for the Humboldt Bay Fire Department toy drive. www. redwoodacres.com.
03 Saturday Christmas Celebration in Song. 7:30 pm. Ferndale Community Church, 712 Main St. The 60-voice Ferndale Community Choir performs an eclectic selection of sacred and inspiring music from around the world, plus readings to inspire your holiday spirit at this 47th annual event. Free. Candlelight Walk in the Redwoods. 5-8 pm. Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park Visitors Center, Newton B. Drury Scenic Parkway, Orick. A ranger-guided walk through the ancient redwoods lit by 300 luminaries, tales from North Coast Storytellers, auctions and refreshments. Donation of $10 per person or $12 per family. Eureka Symphony Holiday Concert. 8 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G St., Eureka. See Dec. 2 listing. Holiday Craft Bazaar. 10 am-4 pm. Adorni Recreation Center, 1011 Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Featuring arts and crafts vendor booths. Santa Claus will spread holiday cheer and there will be a snack bar and free raffle. Free admission. www.ci.eureka. ca.gov.
Tuba Christmas. 1 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. A brassy Eureka Main Street tradition. Free. Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. See Nov. 26 listing.
04 Sunday Christmas Celebration in Song. 3 pm. Church of the Assumption, 546 Berding St., Ferndale. The 60-voice Ferndale Community Choir gives an encore performance, preceding the tree lighting with sacred and inspiring music, plus readings to inspire your holiday spirit. Free. 786-4477. Christmas Tree Lighting. 5:30 pm. Ferndale Main Street, Main Street. Since 1934, Ferndale’s volunteer firefighters deck the huge Spruce at the end of Main Street with lights. The whole town turns out, along with the Booster Band, Chameleon Singers, 4-H and Scout Troops, for a ceremony, free cookies and cocoa. Free. Humboldt Artisans Crafts and Music Festival. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. See Dec. 2 listing. Portuguese Linguica and Beans Dinner. 4-7 pm. Portuguese Hall, Fifth Street and Ocean Avenue, Ferndale. Food and friendliness on tree-lighting night. 7864964.
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Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. See Nov. 26 listing. Ugly Holiday Sweater Fun Run. 10 am. Arcata Plaza. Humboldt Educare and Arcata Main Street present this fun 1-mile fundraising run/walk for participants of all ages and a 5K for more serious runners. Prizes will be given for the "ugliest" sweater. $15, $10 participants 16 and under.
09 Friday Al Gray Electric Lighted Parade. 6:30 pm. Redwood Village Shopping Center, 735 S Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna. Watch the truckers, tractors and other vehicles festooned with Christmas lights. Free. North Coast Dance’s The Nutcracker. 8 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G Street, Eureka. North Coast Dance returns with the annual holiday tradition of The Nutcracker at the Arkley Center.
10 Saturday Christmas Brass Bands. 2-4 pm. Ferndale Main Street, Main Street. A saxophone quartet and a brass ensemble stroll and play traditional Christmas favorites. Free. Holiday Craft Market. 10 am-5 pm. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Shop for unique handcrafted items from over 50 artisans. Enjoy live music, local food and holiday cheer. Fern Cottage Holiday Open House Tours. 11 am-2 pm. Fern Cottage, 2121 Centerville Road, Ferndale. Tours on the hour, 11 am to 2 pm. www.ferncottage.org. 786-4835. Ginger Bread Holiday Houses. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. Join friends for holiday crafts, games and sweet treats. Take home a holiday decoration that tastes great. For ages 4-10. Holiday Family Arts Day. 2-3 pm. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka.
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Enjoy live storytelling with Ali Freedlund followed by holiday gift making projects for the whole family. $5 adults, $2 students/seniors, Free HAC members and children 17 and under. janine@ humboldtarts.org. www.humboldtarts.org. 442-0278. North Coast Dance’s The Nutcracker. 2 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G Street, Eureka. See Dec. 9 listing. Stocking Stuffer Boutique. 10 am-3 pm. The MGC, 2280 Newburg Road, Fortuna. Shop locally hand-crafted holiday gifts. Hot drinks, tasty treats and live music by local musician Michael Hagen of Little Bear, playing a mix of originals and holiday favorites. Free admission. ervmgc.com. Trucker’s Christmas Parade. 6 pm. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. Watch the trucks, tractors and other vehicles festooned with Christmas lights. A Humboldt holiday tradition for over a quarter century. Free. truckersparade@keka101.com. www. redwoodacres.com. 442-5744. ’Twas the Night Before Christmas. 6 pm. Eureka High School Auditorium, 1915 J St. Trillium Dance School’s annual winter production. $12-$15 reserved, $10-$13 general. www.TutuTix.com. Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. See Nov. 26 listing.
11 Sunday Holiday Craft Market. 10 am-5 pm. Arcata Community Center, 321 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. See Dec. 10 listing. Fern Cottage Holiday Open House Tours. 11 am-2 pm. Fern Cottage, 2121 Centerville Road, Ferndale. See Dec. 10 listing. Fortuna Christmas Music Festival. 12-6:30 pm. River Lodge Conference Center & Commercial Kitchen, 1800 Riverwalk Drive, Fortuna. A full day of holiday music for the community featuring barbershop singers, choirs, bands and a full orchestra. Free. www.friendlyfortuna.com. North Coast Dance’s The Nutcracker. 2 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G Street, Eureka. See Dec. 9 listing.
’Twas the Night Before Christmas. 2 pm. Eureka High School Auditorium, 1915 J St. See Dec. 10 listing. Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. See Nov. 26 listing.
13 Tuesday North Coast Dance’s The Nutcracker. 7 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G Street, Eureka. See Dec. 9 listing.
14 Wednesday North Coast Dance’s The Nutcracker. 7 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G Street, Eureka. See Dec. 9 listing.
16 friday An Evening of Caroling in Sunny Brae, 6 pm. St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 1675 Chester Ave., Arcata. St. Alban’s Episcopal Church invites the community to join them in caroling in Sunny Brae. Meet at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church at 6 pm. Song books will be provided and all will return to the church for hot cocoa, cider and treats. Bring a flashlight, all ages are invited and children are most welcome to join in this joyous holiday tradition. For more information and directions call 822-4102 or find them online at www.stalbansarcata. org. Free.
17 Saturday Candy Cane Lane. 6 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G Street, Eureka. No Limits Dance Academy presents this holiday show featuring colorful costumes, exciting music and spectacular dancing. $19-$8.50. Christmas Brass Bands. 2-4 pm. Ferndale Main Street, Main Street. A saxophone
quartet and a brass ensemble stroll and play traditional Christmas favorites. Free. Sundance Ballet Company’s The Nutcracker Ballet. 2 & 7 pm. Van Duzer Theatre, Humboldt State University, Arcata. Local dancers in a full-length production of the holiday classic. $18, $15 kids, $15, $12 kids advance. DanceEureka. com. Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. See Nov. 26 listing.
18 Sunday Candy Cane Lane. 2 pm. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G Street, Eureka. See Dec. 17 listing. Lighted Tractor Parade. 6 pm. Ferndale Main Street, Main Street. Local farmers and ranchers parade fancifully decorated tractors and tractor-drawn wagons depicting holiday scenes down the Victorian Village’s historic Main Street for a sparkling country Christmas celebration Free. 786-4477. Sundance Ballet Company’s The Nutcracker Ballet. 2 pm. Van Duzer Theatre, Humboldt State University, Arcata. See Dec. 17 listing. Visit With Santa. 11 am-2 pm. Old Town Gazebo, Second and F streets, Eureka. See Nov. 26 listing.
31 Saturday New Year’s Barrel Bash. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Barrels by the Bay presents racing. Sanctioned by Run to Win and cosanctioned by North State Barrel Racing Assn. Sign up at 9 am, run at noon. Date TBA. 502-5749. RampArt New Year’s Celebration. 9 pm. RampArt Skatepark, 700 South G St., Arcata. Celebrate 4 years of shredding with RampArt. Live bands and midnight toast. $15. rampartskatepark.org.
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