Community Calendar

Humboldt Bay Rowing Association is accepting new Junior rowers aged 12-17.Practices are Monday-Friday, 4:00-6:15 p.m. at the HBRA boathouse in Halvorsen Park, Eureka. Call 707 267-7976, email HumboldtBayRowingAssoc@gmail.com, or check our website at HBRA.org.

Join Friends of the Eel River and our allies for solidarity gatherings on the second Monday of each month at Humbrews in Arcata from 5 - 7pm.

On April 13 we will be joined by the Coalition for Responsible Transportation Priorities (CRTP) and the Environmental Protection Information Center (EPIC). Join us to learn how to participate in community decision-making and help shape the future of our cities, rivers, and forests. CRTP will share about their campaign for safer local streets, and EPIC will teach you how to get involved in environmental policy-making in our region.

Join with community members to plan creative resistance to the Trump administration's destructive policies, learn about community initiatives, and take meaningful action to protect the people, creatures, and values we all hold dear.

Humbrews is generously donating a portion of sales during the event, so please bring your family out to have dinner and drinks and join the movement to support what our community cares about. There will also be a raffle each month and a variety of engaging activities.

Ananda Yoga is spiritual yoga postures. We begin each posture with alignment for balance and strength, intentionally drawing life-force energy and channeling it upward, finishing with an affirmation to focus and uplift the mind. Modifications are available for all levels. Everyone will learn simple ways to expand their lung capacity, improve balance, strength and mobility. April 7 will be an introduction, no class April 14, and remaining 3 classes will be each Tuesday 9:30-10:45 AM. Instructor Vondana (Jacqueline Debets), a fifth generation Humboldt native, lived for eight year at Ananda Village, a coorperative yoga spiriual community. There she learn to practice Kriya meditation and became a certified meditation, Arnanda yoga teacher.

Open mic at Froth Coffee Bar! We welcome all performances from music to poetry readings! We now have our PA system set up and we are ready to see take our stage!

Self-Breema class will be taught in a receptive and non-judgmental atmosphere where a set of unique gentle exercises will be taught and practiced weekly. The design of the exercises can help to regulate one’s nervous system and focus the mind on the simple activity of the breath and body. You will be introduced to the 9 Principles of Harmony. Exercises will be taught while standing, sitting on a bench or while on the floor. Please come attired in loose comfortable clothes and socks. If you are able to sit on the floor bring a yoga mat or blanket and small pillow. Instructor Gail Coonen is a certified Breema Instructor who has been practicing Breema for 30 years and has been an instructor the last 15.

Have you always wanted to sing but have never felt you could? Maybe you used to sing and feel a little rusty? This class is for you. Learn how your voice works with breathing exercises and fun tunes, while you gain the many benefits of singing. We know you can do it – just sing! A three-ring binder is helpful. Instructor Carol Ryder, HLOC Artistic Director, has taught voice for over 35 years both at the colleges and in the
community.

Continue your exploration of singing with the next level of Just Sing. Learn more about how the voice works, increase your range and your tonal memory. But most of all have a great time singing terrific music together. A three-ring binder is helpful. Instructor Carol Ryder, HLOC Artistic Director, has taught voice for over 35 years both at the colleges and in the
community.

Take your grant-writing skills to the next level with this comprehensive 12-week training program from April 30th – July 16th (Weekly meetings on Wednesdays, 1:00pm-2:30pm PDT) via Zoom.
Designed to equip you with practical tools and strategies, this course combines expert-led lectures, interactive Q&A sessions, and hands-on assignments to guide you through every stage of the grant-writing process. Each week focuses on a key aspect of grant writing.
Admission is $400.00 per organization; fee covers unlimited attendees from your organization — including staff, board members, and volunteers.
Call (707) 725-3300 for more information or email info@norcal-nonprofits.org
To register visit norcal-nonprofits.org

Join Friends of the Dunes for Nature Story Time at the Humboldt Coastal Nature Center. Nature Story Time is geared for ages 3 to 6, and is held every Wednesday from 2:00-3:00 p.m. starting February 25th and ending May 6th (skipping March 18th). Each week there is a short story, movement activity and art project for children and their caregivers to enjoy. Upcoming topics dune plants, pollinators, and migrating animals. Nature Story Time on March 4 and April 22 will be bilingual in Spanish. For more information or to register, please contact Friends of the Dunes at info@friendsofthedunes.org or call 707-444-1397.

Join us every Wednesday from 7-9. Arrive early, as slots fill up quickly!