Community Calendar

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 Thursdays from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM starting October 2nd and ending on December 11th. Each week there is a short story, movement activity and art project for children and their caregivers to enjoy. Upcoming topics include owls, pollinators, and dune plants. Nature Story Time on October 9th and November 20th will be bilingual (Spanish). For more information or to RSVP, please contact Friends of the Dunes at info@friendsofthedunes.org or call 707-444-1397.

Join us via Zoom for an engaging one-hour presentation by bee expert Brian Dykstra on the captivating world of bee hunting (also known as bee-lining), bee-trees, and their storied role in North American history. This streamlined session will kick off with a quick welcome before diving straight into the content—no extended business discussions, just pure bee fascination!

Honey bees (Apis mellifera) naturally nest in trees, making "bee-trees" prime targets for hunters seeking wild honey. Introduced to North America in 1622 by European settlers on the East Coast, these industrious insects didn't reach California until 1853, when Christopher A. Shelton transported 12 hives from Panama to San Jose, marking the start of a new era in Western beekeeping. This arrival opened up opportunities for bee hunters to "pillage" wild colonies, using techniques like bee-lining—tracking foraging bees back to their hives with bait, compasses, and keen observation.

Discover the colorful characters of bee-hunting lore, from fictional tales in American literature to real-life notorieties. Explore methods for locating bee-trees, extracting honey (often destructively in early days), and even claiming ownership through marks or legal disputes. Brian will highlight bee hunting's influence on art, fiction, and culture, including its portrayal in 19th-century Michigan where settlers and Native Americans harvested honey and beeswax from wild hives. We'll also touch on modern bee hunting practices, why they persist today, and global contexts for this ancient pursuit—with a special focus on California's unique bee history.

This talk offers a fresh lens on bees and human ingenuity, blending ecology, history, and ethnobiology. Whether you're a seasoned apiarist or new to the hive, you'll leave with buzzing insights!

Brian Dykstra is an independent researcher on all things bee. He teaches occasionally for CalPoly Humboldt OLLI.

Get ready for a chilling adventure like no other!
Welcome to the SCAREGROUNDS, where your deepest fears come to life at the most thrilling haunted attraction at the Humboldt County Fairgrounds!
Step into a world of heart-pounding excitement as you dare to journey through not one, not two, but THREE haunted mazes that will test the limits of your courage and send shivers down your spine. Enjoy roaming haunters, food trucks, Frightdale's Symphony of Lights, Marie Lavous Voodoo lounge, or Upgrade to RIP for exclusive access to The ORIGINAL Phantom Tides Haunted Tiki Lounge.

The Humboldt Handweavers and Spinners Guild’s upcoming program is November 13, 2025 at 6:45 pm at the Wharfinger Building (Bay Room) in Eureka. As always our programs are free and open to the public.
The current program is a travelogue presented by Arcata Resident Angelina Gregorio. She visited the Shetland Islands in Scotland in 2023 to attend their thirteenth annual Wool Week. This is a world renowned celebration of the native sheep, rural farming communities and textile industry.
Angelina combines her lifelong fascination with fiber arts and her love of travel in this slide presentation and display of wool items from the Shetland Islands.
More information is available on request.
Thank you, Paula Rhude 707 273 3558

Thursday night trivia, FREE to play! Bring your friends and compete to win fun prizes!

The Garberville Certified Farmers' Market offers the freshest fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, crafts and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event. No pets are allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers are able to receive a market match at every farmers’ market. Visit the market info booth for more information. Open 11am - 3pm every Friday, May-mid November.

Get ready for a chilling adventure like no other!
Welcome to the SCAREGROUNDS, where your deepest fears come to life at the most thrilling haunted attraction at the Humboldt County Fairgrounds!
Step into a world of heart-pounding excitement as you dare to journey through not one, not two, but THREE haunted mazes that will test the limits of your courage and send shivers down your spine. Enjoy roaming haunters, food trucks, Frightdale's Symphony of Lights, Marie Lavous Voodoo lounge, or Upgrade to RIP for exclusive access to The ORIGINAL Phantom Tides Haunted Tiki Lounge.

Come dance for a cause, and support Centro Del Pueblo with a vibrant night of rhythm and community spirit. Humboldt County's hottest Latin dance experience returns with purpose as Fuego Reggaeton Party lights up the Arcata Theatre Lounge on Friday, November 14th, 2025 — Presented by Nostalgia Crew and Arcata Theatre Lounge, this edition of FUEGO is a benefit event for Centro Del Pueblo, an organization united for the empowerment of Indigenous Migrants, Latiné communities, and the youth who lead the way.
The night will feature a Community Ofrenda in honor of Dia De Muertos and an all-star lineup of Fuego’s resident DJs — Statik, Gabe Pressure, D’vinity, and Diablinski, alongside the Fuego Dancers — spinning a high-energy mix of Reggaeton, dembow, Cumbia, Latin EDM and more.
Hosted by: Kimmaculate
Live Art by: DMISE
Food by: Pupuseria San Miguel
Sponsored by: Homeboldt
The evening celebrates BIPOC joy and resilience. Proceeds will support Centro Del Pueblo’s ongoing mission to protect the dignity and diversity of Humboldt’s Latiné and Indigenous residents while uplifting the next generation of leaders.
Event Details
Friday, November 14, 2025
Arcata Theatre Lounge — 1036 G St, Arcata, CA
Doors 9:00 PM | 18+
$10 Early Bird | $15 General Admission
Tickets available at ArcataTheatre.com

Redwood Region Audubon Society will be offering a free public field trip at the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary.

Bring your binoculars and enjoy the incredible views of Humboldt Bay, easy-to-walk trails, and a great diversity of birdlife!

Join the merry band of ivy bashers at the Fireman’s Pavilion in Rohner Park on the third Saturday of Every Month at 9 a.m. Bring gloves if you have them or you can borrow a pair. Who knows, maybe you will meet a Gnome or two. Sponsored by the North Coast Chapter of the California Native Plant Society and the Fortuna Parks & Recreation Department. Contact Steve at unde1942@gmail.com with questions. Heavy rain or high winds cancels.
Occurs on Third Saturday of Every Month at 9 a.m.