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Spring is known for the way it quickly bursts forth and next thing you notice – everywhere it’s green and alive. At least in Humboldt. Add to that the flurry of activity, like Mother’s Day, Cal Poly Humboldt’s Graduation, and the warm temperatures predicted for this weekend, and I know for sure Humboldt will be out and about in community and action. It is actually an honor to get to live out the seasons here, with Spring being one of the most beautiful times of year – see you out there!
Special Events This Weekend…
Friday 5/12
2-8P Free community event, Mothers Day Market being held at the Arcata Community Center. Please come support all these local artists, crafter, creators vending their work while giving that handed down love to you mom or grandma.
FERNDALE MERCHANTS HOSPITALITY NIGHTS
5-8P EVERY FRIDAY IN MAY! 5pm-8pm Door Prizes – Refreshments – Store specials Music and Artists Live in Stores Over 30 stores open late!
6:30-9P – Looking for a groovy way to spend your Friday night?? Come on down to Skate Night at the Eureka Municipal Auditorium! First-come, first-served – no pre-registration needed. Max. 75 skaters —>Youth $5.00 (17 & under) —>Adult $6.00 (18 & over) Please call 707-441-4248 if you have any questions! Also happening 5/19 and 5/26.
6-10P Enjoy an evening of dressing up, dining and dancing at the Benbow Historic Inn. The Southern Humboldt Chamber of Commerce and the Benbow Historic Inn would like to show our appreciation and gratitude by bringing back the Fireman’s Ball with a Humboldt Twist! This is a fundraising event geared toward helping raise monies that will go toward one chosen winning fire department at the end of the evening. Local favorites Twango Macallan will be performing at this year’s Fireman’s Ball. Dinner and desert included in ticket price. Drinks separate.
Saturday 5/13
MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND PLANT SALE AND SEED EXCHANGE
9A-4P The Humboldt Grange #501 will be hosting their Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale and seed exchange. The Grange hall will be full of succulents, house plants, flowers, vegetables, and more. Also, there will be a large selection of seeds to share. The Grange is still in need of donations of plants and assistance with plant cleaning, pricing, and working the event. A couple of hours here or there would be most helpful. For more information or to volunteer call 707-442-4890, press 2 or 3 when prompted.
9A-12N Come join us 9am-12pm for pancakes, coffee, eggs, and sausage. Kids and seniors are $5 and adults $8. Funds go towards youth programs. Benefits the Salvation Army, Tydd St, Eureka. Please park in the gravel lot across the street.
HUMBOLDT ROSE SOCIETY MOTHER’S DAY ROSE AND PLANT SALE
10-4P Humboldt Rose Society Holds Mother’s Day Rose and Plant Sale on May 13 at 1525 Harris Street, Eureka. Just in time for Mother’s Day, the Humboldt Rose Society is holding its annual rose and plant sale at 1525 Harris Street, at Q Street, in Eureka on Saturday, May 13. Come buy your mother, or even yourself, a rose or other plant that is known to flourish in Humboldt County. The sale starts at 10 a.m. and goes to 4 p.m. Consulting rosarians, rose experts, will also be able to answer your rose cultivation questions.
10A-1P Join friendly instructors as they share tips, techniques and materials that help connect with our non-human neighbors by creating and maintaining a Nature Journal. Ages 14 and older. Email or call to sign up.
FORTUNA BIKE RODEO
10A-1P Come see us at Newburg Park for a FREE event for kids ages 5-12 to learn bike skills and important safety tips! The event will include a free helmet giveaway for kids, a bicycle skills course, a mechanic station for basic bike maintenance, helmet and bicycle fitting help, a smoothie bike, and even more. Loaner bikes available for kids that do not bring their own! All participants receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win cool prizes!
FREE LITTLE FARMERS ACTIVITY – MOTHER’S DAY FLOWER POT PROJECT
10A-2P FREE Little Farmers Mothers Day Flower Pot Painting and Planting Project is a DIY project the kids can enjoy creating and then giving to MOM. Bring the kids on down to our Nilsen Company Store in Eureka on Saturday May 13th and let them get their hands dirty creating a fun and sentimental flower pot gift for mom.
Call 707 442 3741 with questions.
10A-2P We’re hosting a 2nd weekend of our Plant Sale at our farm stand in Loleta! Not only will we have freshly harvested veggies and our heritage pork, we also are hosting lots of other local makers and artisans & their items! Plus, grab some starts for your garden or a potted plant for Mom! What: Table Bluff Farm Stand & Plant Sale When: Saturday, May 13 from 10am-2pm Where: 101 Clough Road in Loleta…follow the signs!
EDIBLE AND MEDICINAL PLANT HIKE
10A-3P Join Sanctuary Forest on Saturday, May 13 for the Edible & Medicinal Plants Hike. Local herbalist Michele Palazzo will lead hikers through the forest along the Mattole River and over the ridge, stopping to discuss the edible and medicinal properties of a variety of plants. This hike is Easy-to-Moderate, and covers 3 miles of even terrain with some steep sections. Please meet at 10 a.m. at the Restoration Forestry gate (first right after Whitethorn School). Bring a lunch, water, and note-taking supplies. The hike is free, though donations are gladly accepted. For questions, email [email protected] or call 707-986-1087.
10-4P Free community event, Mothers Day Market being held at the Arcata Community Center. Please come support all these local artists, crafter, creators vending their work while giving that handed down love to you mom or grandma.
SPRING CERAMICS AND FUSED GLASS SALE
10A-4P Fire Arts Center Mother’s Day Spring Ceramics and Fused Glass Sale First two weekends in May. May 5 & 6 and May 13 & 14, 10am-4pm Sale includes planters, mugs, bowls, vases, plates and more. Dozens of local artists.
11A-4P There will be a book sale at the Arcata Library next to city hall in Arcata on There will be all kinds of books for sale and children’s books are free. Thank You from the Friends of the Arcata Library. All the proceeds go to the library to buy more books.
MOTHER’S DAY PLANT AND BAKE SALE
11A-4P You know what they say about plants and cats – you can never have too many! Come by and pick up an awesome plants or home made treats for Mom (or yourself!) and support HART at the same time! All funds raised go directly to helping us accomplish our mission of finding forever homes for cats and kittens in need in our community.
MAY PLANT SWAP – MCKINLEYVILLE
12P Come join us at Hiller Park (we’ll meet at the tables by the playground) to trade some plants! Bring seeds, starters, cuttings, mature plants, or anything else you want to swap for something new!
12-7P You can help “Stamp Out Hunger” in our community! All residents of Humboldt County are being asked to help local families experiencing food insecurity as a part of the annual Letter Carriers Food Drive. Just place your donations of non-perishable food in the blue bag and leave it by your mailbox on Saturday, May 13. Your letter carrier will do the rest, collecting donations and delivering them to Food for People! To volunteer, contact Food for People’s Volunteer & Direct Services Manager, Julie Ryan, at 707 445-3166 ext. 310 or [email protected]
EVOLVE YOUTH SERVICES OPEN HOUSE
1-3P Evolve Youth Services, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in foster and adoptive care, is hosting their first-ever Open House. The event will offer information on the nonprofit’s individually-tailored programs, including counseling, equine therapy, case management, physical training, relaxation techniques, martial arts, tutoring and more. A second home for youth clients and their families, guests will be welcomed to tour the space and meet the talented team of licensed therapists, experienced counselors, and child family specialists. This event will include Mother’s Day crafts and kids activities, a raffle or giveaway and complimentary refreshments.
1-6P Support local artisans and show the mother in your life how much you love her. Ages 21 and up.
2P-2A A Community Fundraiser for local non-profits. Focused on sustainability, healing, music and a positive future. Everyday People and Blooming Bus are pleased to announce a community event at the Mateel Community Center in Redway. This day-long event will bring together local residents for family fun, entertainment, and community building. At 3pm, the event will feature a range of activities for people of all ages with local craft & art vendors showcasing their work. There is a kid’s Talent show, seed and plant exchange, live music from a variety of local bands and late night Dj’s. You can get a massage or a reiki session with a variety of local healers. Mother’s Cooking will be serving up delicious local cuisine, and there will be Beer, wine and fabulous non-alcoholic mock-tails. Blooming Bus is a local non-profit focusing on bringing biomimicry and permaculture education along with art and healing into communities throughout our region. Everyday People is a local non-profit bringing musical instruments and scholarships to underprivileged youth in Humboldt. We are thrilled to be hosting this event at the Mateel Community Center, for a day of fun and entertainment! We are excited to provide an event where we can bring the community together to share and create positive changes for our future. Tickets for the event are $20 for adults and $8 for children 13-18. Kids under 12 are Free. All proceeds from the event will go toward supporting the both of our local community non-profits. For more information on this event contact: Holly Ameline 707-713-9088 Serg Mihaylo 707-637-7277
2-4P Join Trinidad Coastal Land Trust naturalists Mindy Hiley and Annie Reid to discover the array of spring wildflowers and lush plant life of Trinidad Head. This free walk will be focused on learning more about our green neighbors including basic plant identification and some stories about medicinal and edible uses. We will walk a portion of the Trinidad Head trail and end at the historic lighthouse viewing area. The trail is about 1.5 miles long, is a mix of paved and single track, and includes uphill and downhill sections. Space is limited and RSVP is required. Call: 707-677-2501, or email: [email protected] to sign up
HOPE BLOOMS HERE BIG NIGHT GALA
6P We are excited to announce the return of our annual Big Night Gala! The Hope Blooms Here Gala will be the don’t miss party of the year! The evening starts with cocktails and silent auction at 6 pm, followed by dinner and live auction. We will end the night dancing the night away to Off Campus. This Gala is historically our biggest fundraiser of the year, and it will sell out! At the Sapphire Palace in Blue Lake.
7P Selected poems of Mary Oliver will be read with music inspired by her poetry. A beloved American poet of all ages and backgrounds, she speaks with a sense of place in the natural world and the interconnection of all living things. Over Oliver’s long career, she received many awards including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry and the National Book Award. She passed away in January of 2019. The program will be an opportunity to reflect upon the beauty of the world and our experience within it. Donations accepted for HUUF or the Arcata Marsh in honor of Thea Gast.
8-9:30P Get ready for an evening of mind-boggling illusions and mesmerizing magic as Murray The Magician takes the stage at Bear River Casino Resort on May 13th! Murray SawChuck, also known as Murray The Magician, has been wowing audiences with his unique blend of comedy and magic for years, and now he’s bringing his incredible show to Bear River Casino Resort. *ALL AGES*
Sunday 5/14
8A-12:30P Join us at the Arcata Portuguese Hall for our Annual Mother’s Day Breakfast! Breakfast will be served from 8am to 12pm. Includes ham, eggs, potatoes, pancakes, OJ & coffee. Silent Auctions & Raffle during the event! Portuguese Hall, 1285 11th Street, Arcata, CA 95521 $12 per person Kids under 5 eat FREE **NO tickets will be sold online, do NOT buy tickets online from anyone trying to sell them for this event.***
9A-12N The 40th annual Atalanta’s Victory Run put on by the Six Rivers Running club is a walk and run supporting women and women’s health held on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 14th 2023, at 10am and features 2 mile and 5 mile courses starting and finishing at the Arcata Co-op. Runners, walkers, and strollers welcome. Race proceeds support the Breast and GYN Health Project.
MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND PLANT SALE AND SEED EXCHANGE
9A-4P The Humboldt Grange #501 will be hosting their Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale and seed exchange. The Grange hall will be full of succulents, house plants, flowers, vegetables, and more. Also, there will be a large selection of seeds to share. The Grange is still in need of donations of plants and assistance with plant cleaning, pricing, and working the event. A couple of hours here or there would be most helpful. For more information or to volunteer call 707-442-4890, press 2 or 3 when prompted.
SPRING CERAMICS AND FUSED GLASS SALE
10A-4P Fire Arts Center Mother’s Day Spring Ceramics and Fused Glass Sale First two weekends in May. May 5 & 6 and May 13 & 14, 10am-4pm Sale includes planters, mugs, bowls, vases, plates and more. Dozens of local artists
MOTHER’S DAY PLANT SALE AND BRUNCH
11A-3P Hello all you river folks!!! We are planning on doing this event once again this year! Please let Blythe know if you are planning to have a table/vend this year, or if you know anyone who would like to be included in this event, tag them below, and share! To secure a spot, or for more info, email [email protected] or call 530-627-3202. We are certainly looking forward to it!
12A-4P Come out to Louies in Blue lake to celebrate your amazing Moms! We will be doing bottomless mimosas of all different flavors! 1417 Glendale Dr. Next to Murphys in Glendale. We can’t wait to see you all!
Monday 5/15
SOROPTOMIST INTERNATIONAL OF ARCATA GRAB ‘N’ GO FUNDRAISER
Soroptimist International of Arcata invites the public to enjoy a Grab-n-Go box meal, prepared by Cassaro’s Catering, on Thursday, May 18, 2023. This event will assist us in raising funds to support our scholarships and many community projects. There are three tasty box meal options which include a pulled pork sandwich box, chicken enchilada meal, and kale salad with brown rice meal. All meals include sides and dessert for the price of $17 each. Orders must be placed by Monday, May 15, 2023. Pick-up is Thursday, May 18, 2023, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. or 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. at St. Mary’s Leavey Hall, 1730 Janes Road in Arcata. Orders and payment can be sent to S. I. Arcata, P.O. Box 388, Arcata, CA 95518, by Monday, May 15, 2023. Please include time of pick-up (11-1 or 4-6). Payment through Venmo is available.
Tuesday 5/16
BIKE MONTH HUMBOLDT MURAL RIDE
5:30P Let’s explore Eureka’s amazing murals together on bicycles!
We will meet under the Samoa Bridge on the bike path and ride through town at a casual pace, stopping to admire our local public art.
Children who are accompanied by a parent/guardian are invited.
We will obey all traffic laws. Make sure your bicycle is in safe working order 
Remember to sign the pledge at: https://bikemonthhumboldt.org/bike-month-pledge/
Wednesday 5/17
VA S.A.V.E. SUICIDE PREVENTION
10-11:30A This training is an opportunity for agencies and individuals who may encounter Veterans in their work, to understand more about what Service Members and Veterans experience during their time in the armed forces, as well as to gain or refresh knowledge of suicide prevention within the VA context from the VA S.A.V.E. Gatekeeper training.
Thursday 5/18
BIKE TO WORK DAY AND ARCATA ENERGIZER STATION
7-9:30A May is Bike Month. The City of Arcata celebrates Bike to Work Day (or Wherever). People with regular commutes are encouraged to bike to work, but everyone traveling for any purpose is encouraged to ride a bike! Swing by the North Coast Co-Op Arcata Energizer Station in the morning for free snacks, coffee, and energy shots! De-stress with a chair massage from Loving Hands while Adventure’s Edge gives your bike a free tune-up.
CRIMINAL JUSTIC FLOW CHART: NAVIGATING THE SYSTEM TRAINING
10-11A Virtual training that gives participants an overall description of the criminal justice system. Designed to help individuals and/or service providers understand expectations when they themselves, or someone they’re working with, becomes involved in the criminal justice system.
Save the Date:
5/20 REDWOOD COAST KITE FESTIVAL AND ARTISAN’S FAIR
6/2-3 FOREST MOON FESTIVAL
6/4 FAIRY FESTIVAL
6/18 FERNSTOCK – BATTLE OF THE BANDS
6/24-25 SUMMER ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
7/10-7/16 FORTUNA RODEO
8/12 SECOND ANNUAL ARCATA COMMUNITY FAIR
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