Dear Villagers,

What an exhilarating time we’ve had recently! We hope you are all feeling rejuvenated after our lively time on December 5th, where we truly rocked and rolled together on California Street. It’s heartwarming to see our community come alive with shared experiences, and we encourage you to catch up on the wonderful stories our friends have shared.

As we shift gears back to some enriching activities, we’re excited to announce the third class in Louise's inspiring art series, "Matisse Scissor Art," happening this month. This is just the beginning, as we have a plethora of engaging events lined up, including enchanting zoo lights, enlightening nature lectures, scenic marsh and refuge walks, invasive plant removal initiatives, Old Town beautification projects, and even line dancing!

For our pickleball enthusiasts, don’t miss the chance to register for the upcoming tournament at the end of the month! And if you’re curious about some magic, join Dale Lorzo at the Jefferson Community Center to learn the art of pulling a rabbit out of a hat! This could be followed by a delightful spaghetti meal to support the Blue Lake Fire Department!

Let’s continue to foster our connections, share our experiences, and uplift one another in this vibrant Humboldt community. Your participation not only enriches your life but also strengthens the bonds that make our community truly special. We can’t wait to see you in the new year!



Best Wishes,

Redwood Coast Village Team







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Marianne Morse

Yikes! I was at my desk at 1910 California Street it was WILD! The earthquake hit Thursday morning and the RCV office did some swaying for sure! It was long, too! I almost ducked under my desk, but it started waning by then.

Afterwards, the building evacuated to the street where we head-counted and except for a few little rumbles the event was unremarkable.

We're in touch with members who came in for lunch, everyone had a good story!

Wow!

Ben and Beth Winker

I was at my kitchen counter and all my devices started ringing at once, a cacophony of sounds all at once, not knowing where it was all coming from, including the wind chimes hanging on a dining room chair. Beth was in another room and she came unsteadily walking. The room felt like it was spinning but we had earthquake strapping and that held us together pretty well. New cracks in the paint along the wall ceiling intersections was our only damage. A very exciting day for sure! We were prepared from the previous cyclone with propane, batteries and water.

Patti Donovan-Skweir &

Elliott Skweir

I was spending the day with my granddaughter Elliott at her home near the Arcata Marsh when the earthquake happened. As the shaking began, I thought to myself “Wow, that must be an awfully large garbage truck passing by.” I quickly realized it was no ordinary garbage truck as the couch continued to shake as did the floor & Christmas tree across the room.

I pulled Elliott toward me, crouched over her with my chest to knees. I covered her head & neck with my left arm and my own head & neck with my right. After the shaking ended, Elliott re-enacted the earthquake for me with her arms extended & swayed back and forth, eyes wide open and a huge smile.

When I saw her the following week, she greeted me with bright eyes, smiled and proclaimed, "We had a Good Shake”. 



Pat Bitton

I was sitting at my dining table drinking a cup of tea and doing the New York Times crossword when the shaking started. The cats shot across the room and under the bed, where they stayed for the next several hours. I stayed sitting at the table, holding on to it - which it turns out was exactly what local earthquake expert Lori Dengler was also doing, as she noted on KMUD Radio a little while later. So happy we don't have to get on the floor under the table now! Thankful to KMUD for staying on the air and keeping us all updated as the reports came in - also happy that there was little damage or injury and the Queen of Bridges survived intact.

Sandi Case

I was standing in our solarium looking through our backyard into the neighboring property where we often see wildlife grazing and there were two does happily munching on the greenery.

Suddenly, they SAT DOWN! And right on the heals of that came our alert, followed by the quake. They knew BEFORE we did! Amazing animals!

Cindy and Ted Humphry got 5 seconds warning on their phones with an attention getting noise. Then the house began to shake.

"We were surprised by the earthquake and trying to grab our small Yorkie who was confused too and not catchable. All the wrong things . No stop and protect yourself. No ducking under the desk. Where’s the dog? was most on our mind!

We will do better next time. The dog will have to come to us as we duck for protection."

Artist Extraordinaire, Louise Bacon-Ogden is offering a variety of

2 hour art classes for seniors, January through March 2025!

HSRC class, Monday, January 27th

Arcata Community Center, Sr. Dining Room, Thursday, Jan 30th

Fortuna Heritage Cafe, 3000 Newburg Rd., Friday January 31st

January Class

12:30 - 2:30pm

"Matisse Scissor Art"

No experience is necessary, materials will be provided. Come on out and enjoy letting your inner artist get to work with Louise!

For more information about these classes, contact Vanessa at HSRC,

707 443-9747 x1241

Arcata Marsh New Year's Day Walk!

January 1st, 10am - 11:30am

Join Friends of the Arcata Marsh’s (FOAM) special New Year’s Day Walk at the Marsh. If you’d like to set out on a 90-minute, rain-or-shine leg-stretcher, meet at 10 a.m. in front of the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center on South G Street.

New Year's Day Guided Nature Walk at Wildlife Refuge!

January 1st, 9am - 11am

Enjoy a guided 2 mile walk with naturalist Louise Bacon-Ogden. Please bring your own binoculars. Please call 707.733.5406 if you plan to attend.

Old Town Volunteer Beautification

Saturday, January 4th, 9 - 10:30am



Join the volunteers of Old Town for a morning of gardening! Help us maintain the planters along 2nd Street. This month, meet us at the Adorni Center at 1011 Waterfront Drive and we will head up to 2nd St. to work on the native planters along the sidewalk.

All supplies are provided.

Zoo Lights!

January 3rd - 5th, 5 - 8pm

Sequoia Park Zoo is excited to bring Zoo Lights back for another year of holiday magic!

Proudly presented by Eureka Lodging Alliance, this year will feature over two miles of lights, reimagined holiday displays, and the illumination of the Tallest Living Christmas Tree in the world.

$5 tickets may be purchased at the zoo ticket booth in advance or at the time of the event.

Line Dancing Class with Contessa

January 9th, 7:30 - 9pm

Blue Lake Casino and Hotel

FREE!

Contessa has been teaching line dancing all over the county for the past decade. If you've ever wanted to add this classic form of dance to your repertoire, then this is the ongoing class for you!

Mad River Grange Monthly Sunday Breakfast

110 Hatchery Rd., Blue Lake

January 12, 8am-11am



Come out to the Mad River Grange for a pancake breakfast! It's the best breakfast deal around...$10.00 per person and kids under 10 eat FREE!!!

The menu includes pancakes, eggs, biscuits and gravy (meat and vegetarian options), sausage, orange juice and coffee.

Conservation Lecture: Status of Spotted Owls in NW California and the Impact of Barred Owls

Wednesday, January 15th, 7pm.



Sequoia Park Zoo’s free Conservation Lecture Series is returning for its 14th annual series as a hybrid event, offered both in-person and on Zoom.

The in-person lecture is located at Sequoia Park Zoo’s Flamingo Room at 3414 W Street in Eureka, CA. Attendees can enter the Zoo through Gate C, located to the left of the main gate at the W Street crosswalk. Virtual attendees can watch on Zoom (where a free, registered Zoom account is required). The Zoom link will be available on the Zoo’s website at RedwoodZoo.org and posted on the Zoo’s social media channels.

Sequoia Park Ivy League

Invasive Ivy Eradication

January 18th, 9am - 1pm

Meet at the Glatt St. Fountain at Glatt & T St. We will have all supplies for you, and we will train you on everything you need to know. This event is family-friendly, minors must be accompanied and managed by their guardian. Please contact 707-441-4218 if you have any questions.

Magical Library Tour with Dale Lorzo at

the Jefferson Community Center

January 22, 5:30pm

1000 B St. Eureka, CA 95501



Humboldt Literacy Project and Humboldt County Library invite families to a special magical Family Literacy Party featuring Dale Lorzo from Sacramento in several library visits. Using refined slight-of-hand, marvelous escapes, and masterful illusions, magician Dale Lorzo produces a unique experience filled with zest, sparkle, and comedy for the whole family!

This is a free event for children and the adults who love them and each child in attendance gets to choose their own free book to keep. Be ready to learn some magic tricks you can perform with everyday household items!

Chowder Cook-Off

Saturday, January 25th

5:30-7:30pm

This is a fundraiser for the Women's Club kitchen remodel! If you'd like to participate with your favorite chowder recipe, you can contact them through the website: eurekawomensclub.org or all Carole @ 707 845-7243

Spaghetti Feed and Silent Auction

111 First Ave., Blue Lake

January 25th, 5pm

Saturday January 25th at 5pm Blue Lake Fire will be hosting a spaghetti feed and silent auction! All funds raised will go directly to the volunteers and the department to support the continuing high level of service we provide to our local community.

If you'd like to purchase a ticket you can buy them from any member of the department or come into the station. If you're interested in donating something for the silent auction please send us a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can! (707) 668-5765

Adorni Pickleball Tournament!

Adorni Community & Recreation Center

January 25th (9am) - January 26th (5pm)

Rally the team! It's time for the annual Adorni Pickleball Tournament! First, second and third places will be awarded. Both players will need to sign up individually to form a team.

 Co-Ed Doubles January 25, 2025

 Men's and Women's Doubles January 26, 2025

 Ages 18 and up

 9am-4pm (end time subject to change per game run times)

 $25 per person

 Please bring snacks, as well as pickleball paddle and water bottle

Register in person at the Adorni Center or via phone at 707-441-4246

Humboldt Redwoods

State Park

This park with over 17,000 acres of old-growth redwoods offers camping, hiking, fishing & swimming.

A great new year outing for everyone!

Park headquarters and the visitor center are located on the Avenue of the Giants, State Route 254, between the towns of Weott and Myers Flat—45 miles south of Eureka and 20 miles north of Garberville, off Highway 101.

Arcata Farmers' Market

The Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event.

9am - 2pm Saturdays.

Old Town, Eureka

Charming Old Town is filled with Victorian-era buildings, some great restaurants and bookstores. In the former Bank of Eureka building, the Clarke Historical Museum highlights Native American art and culture. Gift shops, novelty stores, and cafes surround the redbrick Gazebo Fountain, site of a farmers' market. Overlooking Humboldt Bay, the Eureka Waterfront Trail is popular for jogging, biking, and rollerblading.

1620 Pickett Rd. McKinleyville, CA 95519

Hello, Winter!

We are very much looking forward to embracing 2025 in the same spirit of service as we are known for. My ankle is now healed from a major break in June, and I can now carry out plans to update our computer lab with new furniture generously granted us by the McKinleyville Area Fund. We will have new tables and three new adjustable chairs to make using our desktop computers and laser printer even more comfortable for our people. Look forward to seeing that sometime in the near future.

We are also looking forward to bringing line dancing to our Center on Thursday afternoons starting (tentatively) on January 9th. Please watch for our daily postings at www.fb.com/mcksenior or on nextdoor.com for more details regarding not only our new and special programs and presentations, but also for our general weekly schedule. We truly have something for everyone at the McKinleyville Senior Center…provided that you are age 55+! See you next month!

Scott Binder

There are tons of locations where you can find the Senior News- see them HERE - but why not have it delivered to your door?

If you’d like to have Senior News delivered directly to your home, you can subscribe for a nominal annual cost of $36. Checks, payable to HSRC, can be mailed to Humboldt Senior Resource Center at 1910 California St, Eureka 95501. 

To pay by credit card, call HSRC at 707-443-9747.

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If you choose, you can designate your donation to Redwood Coast Village. Click the button below to make a donation or mail your donation to HSRC, 1910 California St., Eureka, CA 95501. For questions, call 707-443-9747.