Time marches on and just when you thought you could put your sandals in rotation – in true Humboldt fashion, we had snowfall and Spring sun in the same week… Events are popping up everywhere, and there’s definitely something for everyone, indoors, outdoors and ongoing. Enjoy the beauty, Humboldt!
Special Events This Weekend
Friday 2/17
2-3P Like redwoods? Like unpredictable weather? Like hiking and learning at the same time? Join us on a guided walk through Founders Grove Loop at Humboldt Redwoods State Park! Learn about the park’s cultural and natural history walk. Meet by the Founders Grove park restrooms on Dyerville Loop Road. Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and maybe a rain jacket. Walks are 0.6 miles long, on an ADA trail, and take about 1 hour. Happening each Friday in February as well as March 10th.
7-8P Please “be our guest” and join HLO KidCo for an enchanting performance of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years, was nominated for nine Tony Awards and won the 1992 Academy Award for best picture, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” is a spellbinding story of transformation and inner beauty. Your family will be captivated by this whimsical take on the classic fairy tale. Great for the whole family.
8P Original family-friendly comedy about what happens to our favorite fairy tale characters after ‘happily ever after.’ Special benefit performance for Community Access Project for Eureka (C.A.P.E.) $15, $10 for students and seniors. Happening through 2/26.
Saturday 2/18
SAMOA DUNES AND WETLANDS CONSERVATION AREA
10A-1P Explore the wonders of Samoa Dunes & Wetlands Conservation Area. Join a Friends of the Dunes naturalist for a free guided tour of this recently conserved area. This 357-acre ecologically diverse property features open sand sheets, wetlands, and the southernmost extent of the Shore Pine-Sitka Spruce forest in the Pacific Northwest. The program will include walking on loose sand and up and down some moderate slopes. Space is limited, send us an email or call (707) 444-1397 to sign up! Happening the 3rd Saturday of the month through 4/16.
10A Join Samantha from Eden Personal Fitness for a functional fitness walk down Waterfront Trail. All fitness levels welcome. Check weather and dress accordingly.
11A-3P We welcome the return of this ever-popular race organized by some Blue Lake fixtures to raise money for the Annie and Mary Trail as well as the Blue Lake Bike Park! We are proud to sponsor this cyclocross event that features both 30 and 60-minute lap races, as well as the wildly popular kids races. Come on out to Blue Lake and support this family-friendly event and all the work that’s being done to bring more trails and cycling opportunities to our community!
11A-12N Like redwoods? Like unpredictable weather? Like hiking and learning at the same time? Join us on a guided walk through Gould Grove Loop at Humboldt Redwoods State Park! Learn about the park’s cultural and natural history walk. Meet in front of the Humboldt Redwoods State Park Visitor Center. Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and maybe a rain jacket. Walks are 0.6 miles long, on an ADA trail, and take about 1 hour. Happening each Saturday through March 18th.
RICHARDSON GROVE STATE PARK WINTER WALKS
11:30A-12:30PLike redwoods? Like unpredictable weather? Like hiking and learning at the same time? Join us on a guided walk through at Richardson Grove State Park! Learn about the park’s cultural and natural history walk. Meet in front of the Richardson Grove State Park Visitor Center. Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and maybe a rain jacket. Walks are 0.5 miles long, on an ADA trail, and take less than 1 hour. Walks may be on Exhibit Trail or Nature Loop. Happening each Saturday through March 25th.
4-11P Black Family exclusive event – Come kick it old school we having a “house” party! BBQ, music, dominoes and more!! Everything’s FREE!! This event is EXCLUSIVE for Black families, in the many shapes and forms those exist. This means we are exclusively inviting people who identify as Black, Brown, African American, Afro-Latiné, Caribbean, Afro-Caribbean, African, or from anywhere within the African Diaspora, and their loved ones. Black families come in many shapes, sizes, colors and ethnicities and we invite all visions of Black families to join us. All ages 4P – 8P – 18+ 8:30 – 11P.
4-6P Looking for an adventuring crew? Dandar’s Boardgames and Books is hosting a casual social event just for you. Whether you are a player or game master, new or experienced, this is an opportunity to build your next campaign group. We’ll provide a welcoming space, simple nibbles and sips, and even some conversation starters. Come be a part of Dandar’s first TTRPG Social!
ARCATA CHAMBER LEADERSHIP AWARDS DINNER AND AUCTION
5P – 8:30P Enjoy an evening of wine, dining, and entertainment as you recognize the outstanding contributions your peers have made to the Arcata Community. This year’s dinner will be catered by Mother’s Cooking Experience, a Mother-Daughter business with an incredible team. They will bring a unique flavor, a great story, and their community passion to this wonderful evening. Enjoy entertainment by Young and Lovely, a jazz quintet consisting of the three Penner siblings: Devin, Brianna and Elisa. Donate an auction item in support of small businesses and #shoplocal, and we’ll showcase your generosity! Individual Tickets are $85.00 / Per Person. Sponsorship and table decorating opportunities are available. Visit www.arcatachamber.com or Contact: Gloria Baker at [email protected] for more information.
REDWOOD REGION AUDUBON SOCIETY BANQUET AND SILENT AUCTION
5:30-9P Join Redwood Region Audubon Society for our Annual Banquet & Auction. Dr. Vitek Jirinec will present Climate Change is Transforming the Bodies of Birds! His dissertation research on the response of rainforest birds to the shifting climate in the pristine Amazon rainforest received broad coverage in popular media, including NPR and National Geographic. The banquet will be at the Arcata D Street Neighborhood Center, 13th and D Streets. Social hour begins at 5:30 pm and dinner at 6:30 pm. For more info about how to purchase tickets, visit the link.
CHAMPIONS FOR YOUTH DINNER AND AUCTION
6-10P The Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods’ annual dinner and auction (formerly Bids for Kids). Dinner by Cassaro Catering, signature cocktails, live band and live painting by Matt Beard. Tickets online.
7-9P Trippy Wholesome Restful Yoga Slumber Party Concert. Yoga Nidra + Soundbath. Local legend Shemaia Skywater and Yogi Jeffrey Balinsky team up in this recurring monthly event. Comfort enhancing props, mats, and blankets provided.
7-8P Please “be our guest” and join HLO KidCo for an enchanting performance of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years, was nominated for nine Tony Awards and won the 1992 Academy Award for best picture, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” is a spellbinding story of transformation and inner beauty. Your family will be captivated by this whimsical take on the classic fairy tale. Great for the whole family.
VA VA VOOM BURLESQUE VIXENS PRESENTS: LOVERS AND FRIENDS
8P A fun and flirty burlesque revue. 21 and over. Doors at 7P. At the North Coast Repertory Theater in Eureka.
8P Original family-friendly comedy about what happens to our favorite fairy tale characters after ‘happily ever after.’ Special benefit performance for Community Access Project for Eureka (C.A.P.E.) $15, $10 for students and seniors. Happening through 2/26
Sunday 2/19 – and into the week beyond
THE BLACK HALL BRUNCH AND SHOPPING EXPERIENCE
10A-3P Community-wide event. Join Mother’s Cooking Experience for brunch and shop Black and local at the same time. Each week presents a different array of local Black makers, businesses and crafters to shop from. Happening each Sunday through February which is Black Liberation Month.
BREATHE TO HEAL WITH RA OF HOLISTIC HIP HOP
11A BIPOC exclusive space – Presentation on the science of Breath work and certain meditation techniques, lead a Breath work session (about 45 minutes) and then hold space for integration afterwards. Participants will leave with the tools to regulate their own nervous system. Movewell Arcata – 901 8th St, Arcata, CA 95521
12-3P Ferndale’s volunteer firefighters compete in old-fashioned firefighting techniques including bucket brigade, quick dressing and hose coupling in this family-friendly annual event.
BLACK HEALING WAYS WITH BLESSED HERBALS
12-2P BIPOC exclusive space. Explore history and roots of Black herbalism, herbs commonly in use, tea tasting and free gift. Register online at blessedearthherbals.as.me.
FRUIT TREE GRAFTING: LECTURE, DEMONSTRATION AND TOUR
2-4P This workshop is an introduction to fruit tree grafting with an emphasis on making new trees as well as adding new varieties to existing trees. Lecture will cover: tools needed, scion collection, rootstock selection and multiple grafting techniques including whip, cleft and the bark graft. Rain or shine. Lecture and demonstration held indoors with tour of homestead to follow. This workshop is free however a $10-20 donation is recommended. Space is limited for this event. Email [email protected] to reserve your space. Hosted by Marlon Gil at Rainshine Permaculture Homestead and Nursery in Freshwater. In Preparation for the Humboldt Permaculture Guilds 22nd annual Seed, Plant and Scion Exchange which will be held on Saturday March 11th at the Arcata Community Center.
2P Original family-friendly comedy about what happens to our favorite fairy tale characters after ‘happily ever after.’ Special benefit performance for Community Access Project for Eureka (C.A.P.E.) $15, $10 for students and seniors. Happening through 2/26.
Wednesday 2/22
BLACK FAMILY DINNER AND MOVIE NIGHT
5-9P For people who identify as Black, Brown, African American, Afro-Latiné, Caribbean, Afro-Caribbean, African, or from anywhere within the African Diaspora, and their loved ones. RSVP through the Eventbrite link. No walk-ins.
5:30P The granddaughter of civil rights activist Yuri Kochiyama, who was known for her solidarity work on behalf of the Black freedom struggle and collaborated with Malcolm X, and championed redress for incarcerated Japanese Americans and reparations for African Americans, speaks.
Thursday 2/23
HOW TO DO BUSINESS WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
10-11:30A Join Norcal APEX-Accelerator, formerly Norcal PTAC, for our return to hosting in-person workshops! Last year the state of California spent more than $10 billion on goods and services, including more than $2 billion with small businesses. State agencies buy everything from construction and fencing to marketing and pest control services. They even buy goats for grazing. Don’t miss out on this in-person workshop for businesses new to state contracting or those who want a refresher. Understand the basics of state government contracting and get valuable information on how to get certified as a small business (SB) or disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) and begin selling your products and services to the state of California.
MEOW WOLF: ORIGIN STORY (2019) A FUNDRAISER FOR FISTULA FOUNDATION
6:30-9P Pre-Show @ 6:30PM. Movie Starts @ 7PM. Not Rated | Running Time: 1hr. 28min. All Ages Tonight’s Feature is a fundraiser, all proceeds will benefit the Fistula Foundation. Fistula Foundation provides life-transforming surgery to women suffering with obstetric fistula. Fistula Foundation has earned a four star rating for 16 years in a row, an honor less than 1% of charities receive. Learn more about obstetric fistula and Fistula Foundation: https://fistulafoundation.org/ Meow Wolf is an arts and entertainment company. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences of all ages into fantastic realms of story and exploration.
LIVE MUSIC/ETC/COMEDY/THEATER
Looking for a live show? We’re updating this page constantly, trying to include all of the local venues we can find, with their latest events listed in an easy-to-read way. There continues to be more and more happenings throughout Humboldt including a huge variety of music, comedy, open mics, outdoor venues, trivia and more.
JUST FOR KIDS
This list of ideas of ways to keep your kids happy includes a wide variety of options all over Humboldt.
ONGOING EVENTS
Ongoing events are the backbone of our community’s offerings. Click through to find the list broken down by each town/city and see what kind of ongoing happenings, workshops, classes, etc are in the works where you live.
STAY BUSY, LEARN A SKILL, MEET SOMEONE NEW!
VOLUNTEER/DONATE
Our amazing local non-profits are always hosting an array of events that benefit the people and land of our community. We’re lucky to have so many powerful and supportive groups that keep the backbone of Humboldt alive and well. Consider offering a few hours of your time, donating cash or goods or participating in a fundraiser for any number of our community organizations.
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