Feb 15 Sunday
Redwood Region Audubon Society will offer a free guided birding tour along the Eureka Waterfront Trail on Sundays with leader Ralph Bucher. This relatively urban trail offers the potential to observe species abundance and diversity compared to many more remote locations. This walk is on a flat, paved trail that is wheelchair accessible. Email Ralph to sign up for this field trip at thebook@reninet.com
Tracey Barnes Priestley invites you to take a break from the noise of the week and spend a relaxed hour of respectful conversation and quiet connection. This class is simply taking an hour to pause and remember that we don't have to carry everything alone. This is a welcoming gathering where people can listen, talk if they wish or simply be present. There's no pressure, no fixing, and no debating - just respectful conversation and quiet connection. Classes held at HLOC's The SPACE in Sunny Brae; 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata Ca
The Kinetic Sculpture Lab is excited to announce that it has a new temporary home at 1680 Samoa Boulevard, the former SoilScapes building. This move allows the Lab to continue its mission of building, experimenting, and creating kinetic sculptures while maintaining strong roots in the local creative and maker community.The new space provides room for fabrication, collaboration, and mechanical mayhem—essential ingredients for the Lab’s ongoing projects and future builds.
Call for Community Moving HelpAs part of this transition, the Kinetic Sculpture Lab is calling on the community for help moving 33 years of art, tools, and materials into the new space. Volunteers are invited to lend a hand on:February 14 and 15, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PMWhat to bring / wear:Closed-toe shoesWork glovesA willingness to lift, organize, and help where neededAll levels of help are welcome — whether you can lift heavy items, help load and unload, or assist with organizing.For more information and to sign up in advance visit: https://tinyurl.com/HelpKineticLab
Whether you can help lift, load, organize, or simply show up with good energy, all assistance is appreciated. This move is a community effort, and it wouldn’t be possible without the support of friends, makers, and neighbors.The Lab looks forward to continuing its work at its new location and welcoming collaborators, volunteers, and community members into the new space.For updates, open shop days, and upcoming projects, follow the Kinetic Sculpture Lab through its usual channels.
Art and nature exploration activities for all ages and abilities. We'll supply materials, artists and naturalists. Rain or shine. Please call to confirm.
Instructor, Lena Hyde Nunez, is a Feldenkrais and meditation teacher, writer and somatic therapist. In this 4 week series you will be invited to explore voice, breath, awareness and movement. A blend of gentle movement lessons and somatic practices will help release tension, free the breath and voice, enhance physical presence. No prior experience with Feldenkrais Method is necessary, just a willingness to explore and engage with your body, voice and self-expression.
Come unwind and immerse yourself in a sonic sanctuary of gongs, singing bowls, chimes, and healing songs—each vibration designed to re-center and re-tune the body, guiding you gently back to a state of Sukha.
Happening every third Sunday at Om Shala Yoga Studio in Arcata. Hands-on healers offer Reiki, tuning fork therapy, and aromatherapy, enhancing the journey with nurturing touch and subtle frequencies. Each gathering also includes a deeply restful yoga nidra meditation, soul-stirring vocalists, and special guest musicians.
While some props are available, you're welcome to bring your own pillows, mats, and blankets to create your perfect “rest nest.”
Let sound and silence become the vessel for emerging states of deeper awareness.
Feb 16 Monday
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.
Feb 17 Tuesday
This 5 week class uses rhythm of music from different genres to heighten the mind-body connection gradually building mental and physical flexibility. Taught by Fiona Gadd Ryder, trained Yoga teacher, musical theatre performer and dance enthusiast who has a love of bringing people together through movement. A fun class and a great way to connect with other likeminded "movers and shakers". Classes held at HLOC's The SPACE in Sunny Brae; 92 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata Ca