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SCENE OF THE CRIME The stabbing took place in front of The Jam
on H Street. The victim then walked south on H Street, turned the
corner at Ninth Street and fell over. JAck DurHAm | union
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A2 M AD R IVER U NION O CTOBER 31, 2018
ELECTION 2018
O BITUARY
Supes warn of Prop. 6 road impacts
Francis Gregory Stafford
Daniel Mintz pretty much be able to hold where we’re
February 9, 1948 – October 10, 2018 Mad RiveR Union at – it’s not enough to improve the system
HUMBOLDT – Humboldt County’s but it is enough to hopefully keep the sys-
roads are in increasingly bad shape and tem from getting worse,” he continued.
county supervisors oppose a ballot mea- Mattson said that if Prop. 6 is approved
sure that would subtract millions of dollars by voters, overall tax revenue for road
a year from the road improvement budget. work will be decreased in the current fis-
At its Oct. 23 meeting, the Board of Su- cal year by 16 percent, from $8.8 million
pervisors approved a resolution opposing to $7.4 million.
Proposition 6, which would repeal the In the next fiscal year, the tax revenue
2017 increases in the state’s gas tax and will drop from $10.8 million to $4.4 mil-
vehicle registration fees set forth in Senate lion.
Bill 1. Supervisor Mike Wilson said passage of
G
reg Stafford, game designer, my- personal and as a board member for Sha- The tax and fee revenue is being used Prop. 6 would be “disastrous” to Humboldt
thologist, shaman, father, husband, man’s Drum magazine), his study of meso- to upgrade and maintain state and local and other rural counties. “It’s distressing
brother, and friend, died as a result american codices and interpretation of the transportation infrastructure. to me to see folks promote Prop. 6, on the
of a cardiac event in Arcata, Calif., Oct. 10. Oaxacan archaeological site Monte Alban, Public Works Director Tom Mattson local level sometimes, without really offer-
He was 70. and overcoming his fear of horses to learn said the county’s road maintenance back- ing any viable solution,” he continued.
Prompted by a tarot card reading, Greg dressage at the age of 68 stand out. To log has reached $300 million and even if During Public comment, Kent
founded The Chaosium (later Chaosium, get a true picture of Greg’s impact on the Prop. 6 is defeated, gas tax revenue will Sawatzky, who often criticizes taxation,
Inc.) in 1975. The company quickly be- gaming world we encourage you to peruse taper because of fuel efficiency and overall said he agrees with the county’s oppo-
came known for its innovative game de- BRP Central’s condolences thread at ba- vehicle travel reduction. sition to Prop. 6. “I like tax that is taxed
sign and quality, publishing White Bear sicroleplaying.org/topic/8417-greg-staf- Showing a graph illustrating the de- upon the people that use something and
and Red Moon (1975), RuneQuest (1978), ford-condolence-thread/. creasing pavement condition of county (SB 1) is in that direction,” he continued.
Call of Cthulhu (1981), King Arthur: Pen- Greg passed doing what he loved: sit- roads, Mattson said maintaining the SB 1 “To undo this would have an extreme neg-
dragon (1985), and Greg’s magnum opus ting in a place of prayer and recovery. He gas tax rate is essential to avoiding contin- ative effect on our roads.” Marcella Clem,
The Great Pendragon Campaign (2005) leaves behind his wife Suzanne (Bones ued decay. the executive director of the Humboldt
plus many, many others. the mailma’am), sons Noah (Cathy) and “We’re right on the exponential edge of County Association of Governments, said
Greg was a self-taught mythologist, and Jason, daughter Alisha (Brian), grandson failure,” he told supervisors, adding that regional projects like the Last Chance
was deeply knowledgeable about Norse, Elliot, brothers Jack (Molly), Chris (Barb), overall pavement condition has worsened Grade realignment and Arcata to Eureka
Greek, Hindu, Catholic, neo-Platonic, and Andrew (Hamilton), niece and nephew in the last two years and “we’re going down safety corridor projects on U.S. Highway
Meso-American mythologies and spiritual Meghan and Ryan, as well as countless that edge.” 101 could be indefinitely delayed if gas tax
beliefs in particular, though he could hold friends and fans worldwide. But if the SB 1 stays in place, “We’ll revenue is reduced.
his own discussing any religion, much to Visitation will be at the family home in
the dismay of many a Hare Krishna devo- Arcata, 1050 10th St., Friday Nov. 2 and
tee or Jehoviah’s Witness proselytizer. Saturday, Nov. 3, from noon to 6 p.m. COASTAL DEPENDENT ZONING CHANGES Humboldt County is evaluating the Hum-
Greg’s life was defined by his insatiable To honor Greg’s memory the family re- boldt Bay Area Plan and Coastal Zoning Regulations related to Industrial/Coastal-De-
curiosity, his joy in reading, and his love quests, in lieu of flowers, that you strike pendent (MC). A recent study suggests there is an over-supply of MC-designated lands,
of humanity. His accomplishments are al- up a conversation with someone you don’t and, it may be in the public interest for the county to change the zoning for some MC
most too many to list, but in addition to know, go somewhere you haven’t been, or
properties to facilitate a more appropriate development pattern. This process may also
his award-winning and transformative read about something new, and enjoy life.
explore modifying the number of allowed uses in the MC zone or other changes to the
work in gaming, his shamanic work (both We are all us.
zone to better guide use of these parcels. A public workshop to gather public comments
will be held on Thursday, Nov. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Humboldt County Agricultural
McKINLEYVILLE MUNICI- School Conference Center, leyville and will listen to a
275 Central Ave. in McKin- report from the Humboldt Center located at 5630 South Broadway in Eureka. The MC land demand study and
PAL ADVISORY COMMIT-
leyville. The committee will County Health Department supporting background materials are available on the county’s website. All members of
TEE The McKinleyville Mu-
hear a report from the Hum- regarding needle exchange the public are encouraged to attend the workshop. For more information regarding the
nicipal Advisory Committee
meets today, Oct. 31 at 6 p.m. boldt County Sheriff’s Office programs. workshop or the proposed changes to the Humboldt County land use regulations, please
at the McKinleyville Middle regarding crime in McKin- contact Lisa D. Shikany at (707) 268-3780,
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMIS-
SION The Humboldt County
Human Rights Commission Stabbing | About 100 people on street during killing
meets on Thursday, Nov. 1
Limitations live only in our minds. at 5 p.m. in room 1A at the
FROM A1 before emergency person- said Ciotti, who questioned
Ciotti said that the vic- nel arrived. The victim was how all these people could
Humboldt County Court-
But if we use our imaginations, house, 825 Fifth St. in Eu-
tim was apparently stabbed taken to Mad River Com- watch the incident but not
on the street in front of munity Hospital, where he know anything.
our possibilities become limitless. reka. On the commission’s
The Jam. The victim then later succumbed to his in- “I couldn’t believe that
agenda is “New Business:
walked to the corner of H juries, according to APD. nobody I talked to last
— Jamie Paolinetti Review of Endorsement
and Ninth streets, and fell Ciotti said the victim had night could tell me any-
Policy, Systemic Racism,
and Property Management at the Ninth Street side of been a regular at The Jam thing about it,” Ciotti said.
Discrimination?” For infor- the Garden Gate. for the last few months. “Did the guy run away? Did
mation call (866) 809-4373 Ciotti said that a per- “The guy who died... he the guy get in a car? Is the
CROSSWORD or email hhr@co.humboldt. son, who he was told was was in here having a good
ol‘ time. He comes in here
guy standing amongst us?”
“I don’t understand it,”
ca.us. a nurse, was giving the
ACROSS DOWN victim chest compressions all the time,” Ciotti said. Ciotti said. “Somebody saw
1. Fellow 1. Grouch “He’s totally a pretty chill something.”
5. Athlete from Texas 2. Victor __
10. Rosary piece 3. Statue substances kid.” Ciotti said he was on the
14. Bylaw 4. __ person; apiece Ciotti said he went out- scene until about 4 a.m.,
15. Direct 5. Be ambitious
16. Wheel rod 6. Rear
side shortly after the stab- but the cops were there
17. Seaweed derivative 7. Semester or trimester bing and tried to figure out much longer. “They were
18. Commit, as a crime 8. House member: abbr. what was happening. out here working on this
20. Hope, for one 9. Rich find
21. Business 10. Monkeys’ container? “The first thing I did for hours,” he said.
22. Holding a .22 11. Student’s concern was to go ask questions to Thursday afternoon,
23. Oak-to-be 12. Old man: Ger.
25. Western Amerindian 13. Act anyone who could give me Officer Falkenstine, who
26. Promise 19. Pocatello product answers to try to figure out asked that his first name
28. Gives the letters 21. __ and aft what’s going on,” Ciotti not be used, was cleaning
of a word 24. Paper handler’s
31. Non-glossy finish ouchies said. blood off the window of the
32. Unimportant 25. Atop “The whole thing that Garden Gate.
34. Relevant 26. “__ For All Seasons”
36. City near 27. Pacific island group I’m still struggling with to- He offered to clean it
Des Moines 28. Have a nervous day and makes me really up so the business owner-
37. Jetta or Taurus breakdown
38. Pertaining to 29. Overwhelming victories
upset was how complacent wouldn’t have to do it her-
39. Eur. nation 30. Fling everyone’s answers were,” self.
40. Flower that grows 32. Diner on TV’s “Alice”
from a bulb 33. First name for a tyrant
41. Huge mountain range 35. Hardy heroine
42. Fluttering trees 37. Went under
44. Accessories 38. Crucifix inscription
45. Cuttlefish secretion 40. Looks after
46. Danger 41. Invisible emanation
47. __ X 43. Spanish nut-bearers
50. Ms. Lee 44. Pan and others
51. Wrath 46. Strained food
54. Outer part of the 47. Slant
earth’s atmosphere 48. Capital city
57. Mustiness 49. For a second time
58. Word of agreement 50. Actress Russo
Abruzzi’s bar is
59. Friendless one 52. Steals from
60. Yanks’ foes, once 53. Gaelic
61. Repairs a tear 55. Arafat’s group: abbr.
open Thursday
62. Curved moldings 56. Greedy one
63. Small fox from Africa 57. __ pro nobis
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MCSD Election The candidates are incumbents David Couch, Dennis Mayo and George Wheeler and challenger Erik “Yahmo Ahqha” Rydberg.
The Union recently asked the candidates to answer questions. Below are their answers, unedited.
inconvenience for non vandals who found their access re- the board member representative.
Couch | Enjoys live music, movies stricted. 11. Should McKinleyville pursue incorporation
FROM A3 The board also directed Parks and Recreation to try to and what role, if any, would the district have in
which Mckinleyville buys from Humboldt Bay Water. make the recreation programs self supporting. This means that process?
We do not have any control there but I believe they had charging more for activities. Couch: Incorporation for Mckinleyville? Personally I
to raise their rates to pay for deferred maintenance and At the candidates forum there was a question of having support this, the community is starting to have problems
to offset their loss of revenue from the closing of the pulp recreational programs targeted at Native American youth. with issues like homelessness, that could be better ad-
mills. Mckinleyville has also upgraded our drinking water This stumped me so I asked the staff, seems there is a part- dressed if it was a city. Talking to constituents however, I
pump system and in our Capital Improvements Plan is nership between Parks and Recreation and United Indi- have received mostly the viewpoint of “we moved here to
construction of a large storage reservoir. The goal of the an Health services where fees for Native American youth get away from more government” or long time residents
new storage reservoir is to have enough storage in case of are paid by United Indian Health Care. This has led to a who are vehemently opposed to this concept. There is a
an emergency that eliminates our water supply we won’t high percentage of Native American youth participating in state law which makes incorporation impossible due to a
run out of water. our programs. This makes me proud! Our local tribes and revenue neutrality requirement for the county.
That brings us to the current rate increase proposal. tribal members seem to be working on maintaining and This spring I was elected to serve on Humboldt LAFCO
Most of the water distribution pipes that were Mckin- restoring their cultures, I may be culturally insensitive but as an alternate for the special district position. LAFCO is
leyville’s original system built back in the late 70s were to me this is the best way to accomplish this goal. My wife an acronym for the Local Agency Formation Commission.
a type called asbestos/concrete pipe. This material is not and I attended a Water Warriors function In Blue Lake This is the agency that would approve incorporation of
used any more because of the risk of the asbestos. In fact that was inspirational and I will always support undam- Mckinleyville if brought forward. For me this is ongoing
the old pipe is now considered as hazardous waste so ming the Klamath! Oops losing focus. education in these issues, and I try to be a voice for all of
working on it is expensive because of the safeguards which Parks and Recreation has numerous partnerships. The Mckinleyville at those meetings. My position on LAFCO is
have to be used. This pipe has a 40 to 60 year estimated Mckinleyville skatepark collective is raising money for as a special district elected official and it would not auto-
life span, our pipes are approaching the 40 year age. The a skatepark, the district plans to supply the land for the matically roll over to someone else on the MCSD board.
current rate increase proposal is another small increase park. The Boys and Girls club operates the Teen Center 12. What’s your idea of a good time?
to start saving money to replace this pipe. Here is a link which the district built with Measure B funds to help with Couch: I enjoy going out for live music, and confess to
about this pipe https://www.pwmag.com/administration/ a community need for teen activities. Great partnerships! being an old Deadhead who still likes jambands and blue-
end-of-the-line_o Hope there are more in future. grass.
The straw that broke the camel’s back, that is the feel- 7. Should the MCSD expand its powers? My wife and I attended the Telluride Bluegrass festi-
ing I get when I talk to ratepayers.This rate increase has to Couch: There is a long list of powers that MCSD could val last year and hope to go again. My most frequent out
go through a process called a 218 process. The board can assume, planning ,roads, drainage, police, all are possible. of town trips are horse hay purchasing runs to Oregon or
not just raise the rates, all water accounts received a ballot The problem is financial, where would funds come from eastern California. Driving back with a flatbed trailer of
on this issue in the mail. It needs to be mailed back to the for these services? I can’t support expanding services with- hay,I have discovered using turnouts makes drivers fol-
district if you want to vote NO on this proposal. If you do out a funding source. lowing me happy! My most frequent good times are just
not participate, you are voting yes. I am only trying to be a 8. What is the district’s biggest accomplishment watching movies on cable in my recliner and and are good
messenger that tells you how this process works. in the last five years? if I don’t fall asleep and miss most of the movie!
6. What, if any, improvements would you like to Couch: MCSD’s biggest accomplishments in the last 5 13. What else would you like voters to know
see with regard to parks and recreation? years to me would be the new wastewater treatment Plant about you?
Couch: Parks and recreation needs more money in the and the Teen center. Couch: Thank you to Mckinleyville for electing me to
budget. The district will be holding a workshop in Novem- 9. What is the district’s biggest failure in the last two terms as a Director of the Service District. I am soft
ber to look at ways to increase funding for Parks and rec- five years? spoken and introverted; the part of politics that is back
reation. MCSD has several sites that could be developed Couch: The biggest failure would be the rate increase slappin’, baby kissing, hand shaking, promise making - is
for more parks and could get grants to develop these sites that failed to include the wholesale cost of water, the Dis- what is hard for me.
but does not have the funds to maintain more parks. Main- trict has recovered those lost revenues and in an unre- When I give tours of Arcata’s wastewater wetlands I fre-
tenance is problematic these days because of severe van- ported move, rolled back the rates since that recovery was quently talk about the Cleanwater Act which is the Federal
dalism at our facilities. Public restrooms at parks have the complete. Act that regulates Wastewater treatment and how it was an
fixtures ripped out, walls are smeared with feces , objects 10. How should the district interact with the example of Democrats and Republicans working together
ranging from needles to pipe bombs are left behind. This McKinleyville Municipal Advisory Committee? for common good through environmental protection. I am
seems to be the new normal and it is not acceptable. Couch: MCSD has two seats on the MCKMAC, a board asking voters to re-elect me to the MCSD board.
The board approved shortening hours at some sites to member who is appointed by the board and the General I am a blue collar Democrat, a social liberal, a fiscal con-
combat these problems, hoping that less vandalism would Manager. During the reports section of every meeting we servative, an environmental “wonk,” and I celebrate diver-
occur when more people were around, of course this is an discuss what is going on there and receive a report from sity in all things including political discourse.
PUBLIC SAFETY
CORNER OF NINTH AND H STREET Left, the first building at the corner. Middle, Ninth and H streets before the 1979 fire. Right, the corner today. Photos courtesy hssA
MARINO’S Left, the beloved watering hole before the fire. Middle, Marino’s after the 2001 fire. Right, the location today. Photos courtesy hssA
Don’t fall for these scuzzy phone scams Arson suspect nabbed
HUMboldt coUnty sHeRiff’s office and deported if they did not do what 2. Do online searches – Type a Mad RiveR Union
HUMBOLDT – The Humboldt was asked. company or product name into your ARCATA – Arcata Police arrested Brandon Jay
County Sheriff’s Office has received Sergeant Marshall scam favorite search engine with words Childers on suspicion of arson on Monday, Oct. 22, the
reports of three phone scams target- Multiple residents report receiving like “review,” “complaint” or “scam.” day after he allegedly lit someone’s personal property on
ing residents last week. a phone call from someone named Or search for a phrase that describes fire at the Intermodal Transit Facility.
Amazon scam “Sergeant Marshall” or “Deputy your situation, like “IRS call.” You can On Sunday, Oct. 21 at about 1:05 p.m., officers with
A local resident reported receiving Marshall” with the Humboldt Coun- even search for phone numbers to see the Arcata Police Department were dispatched to the In-
a call from someone claiming to be ty Sheriff’s Office. The caller claims if other people have reported them as termodal Transit Facility at 925 E St. for a report of a fire
with the online marketplace Amazon. that the victim missed jury duty and scams. at that location.
According to the victim, the caller that they must pay a fine or will be 3. Don’t believe your caller ID It was determined that an unknown subject had lit
said that the victim’s Amazon account arrested. The caller instructs victims – Technology makes it easy for scam- someone’s personal property on fire that had been lean-
had been hacked and that someone to buy gift cards and then provide the mers to fake caller ID information, so
ing against the public building. Given that an uninvolved
had spent almost $800 using victim’s gift card numbers to the caller as pay- the name and number you see aren’t
person’s property was ignited and damage was sustained
account. ment. always real. If someone calls ask-
to the building, it was determined that an arson had oc-
In order to somehow rectify the ac- Don’t fall for it ing for money or personal informa-
count, the caller instructed the victim The Humboldt County Sheriff’s tion, hang up. If you think the caller curred and an investigation was initiated.
to buy 10 iTunes gift cards and 10 Goo- Office would like to remind the public might be telling the truth, call back to An investigator viewed video surveillance at the tran-
gle Play gift cards, totaling $2,000. that government agencies and honest a number you know is genuine. The sit facility and Childers, 28, an Arcata resident, was iden-
The victim then received another call companies will never require you to Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office tified as the suspect.
from the scammer instructing the vic- pay for a fine or a service with a gift number is (707) 445-7251. On Monday, Oct. 22 at about 3:50 p.m., officers were
tim to buy another $1,000 worth of card or by wiring money through ser- 4. Don’t pay upfront for a dispatched to the bus station on the report that the sus-
gift cards. The victim was instructed vices such as Western Union or Mon- promise – Someone might ask you pect was back at the scene of the fire. Childers was locat-
to provide the gift cards’ numbers to eyGram. Additionally, the Sheriff’s to pay in advance for things like debt ed a short distance away and taken into custody for the
the scammers. By the time the victim Office will never call you and threaten relief, credit and loan offers, mort- act of arson.
realized it was all a scam, they were to arrest you if you do not pay a fine, gage assistance, or a job. They might Childers was transported to the Humboldt County
out $3,000. demand payment in exchange for even say you’ve won a prize, but first Correctional Facility where he was booked and lodged
IRS/Immigration scam dropping a warrant, ask you to pay a you have to pay taxes or fees. If you for on suspicion of arson.
A local resident, who is a legal per- fine over the phone, ask you to meet a do, they will probably take the money
manent resident of the United States deputy outside the courthouse to pay and disappear.
with citizenship in another country,
received a call from someone claim-
ing to be with the IRS. The caller
a fine or call you to pay bail for a loved
one.
Five ways to protect
5. Talk to someone – Before
you give up your money or person-
al information, talk to someone you
Shots fired at party
knew some of the victim’s personal yourself from fraud trust. Con artists want you to make Mad RiveR Union
information and used that informa- 1. Spot imposters – Scammers decisions in a hurry. They might even ARCATA – Arcata Police are still investigating reports
tion to convince the victim that they often pretend to be someone you threaten you. Slow down, check out that someone shot off a firearm during a large party on
owed money to the IRS. trust, like a government official, a the story, do an online search, consult the 2600 block of Susan Avenue on Sunday, Oct. 21
The caller then demanded the vic- family member, a charity or a compa- an expert — or just tell a friend. At about 1:10 a.m. officers with the Arcata Police De-
tim buy $4,000 in Google Play gift ny you do business with. Don’t send Sign up for the Federal Trade partment were dispatched to the area on the report of a
cards and provide the gift cards’ num- money or give out personal informa- Commission’s scam alerts at ftc.gov/ large party with multiple gunshots being heard.
bers to the caller. The caller would tion in response to an unexpected re- scams. Visit usa.gov/stop-scams- Upon the officer arrival they learned that a physical
not allow the victim to hang up and quest – whether it comes as a text, a frauds#item-35157 to learn how to fight had occurred and one of the involved parties pro-
threatened to have the victim arrested phone call or an email. report scams. duced a handgun and fired it in the air. No one was in-
jured and involved parties were seen leaving the area in a
SEX OFFENDER SWEEP Between Oct. 15 and Oct. 19, Hum- law enforcement notified of an address change or registra- light colored sedan. A “Be on the Lookout” for the vehi-
boldt County Sheriff’s detectives and representatives from tion information is a crime and can be punished as a felo- cle was sent to local law enforcement agencies.
the Fortuna Police Department, Arcata Police Depart- ny or misdemeanor. As of Oct. 25, there are 452 registered A vehicle matching the description was observed
ment, US Marshals Service and FBI, conducted an annu- sex offenders in Humboldt County. Forty-five of those of- headed southbound on U.S. Highway 101 and a felo-
al sex offender registration compliance sweep throughout fenders are registered as transient. During the compliance ny stop was conducted in Eureka by an officer with the
the County of Humboldt.During this sweep, law enforce- sweep, 32 registrants were found to be out of compliance, Humboldt State University Police Department with the
ment attempts to contact every registered sex offender in three offenders were currently incarcerated and two were aid of the Eureka Police Department. No firearm was
Humboldt County to ensure each offender is in compliance deceased. Additionally, four arrests were made. Detectives located in the vehicle and the occupants were released
with state requirements. Pursuant to California Penal Code are completing follow up investigations into those found to from the scene.
290, sex offender registrants are required to register in be out of compliance and anticipate additional arrest war- The Arcata Police Department is currently investigat-
person with the law enforcement agency that has jurisdic-
rants to be submitted to the District Attorney’s Office. The ing the incident and collecting physical evidence and vid-
tion where they reside. The registrants must also comply
annual sweep is a collaborative effort to reduce violent sex- eo surveillance footage from the surrounding area. Any-
with several registration requirements, such as updating
ual offenses in the county through proactive surveillance one who was a witness to the event and has information
their registration annually and informing law enforcement
and arrest of habitual sexual offenders, and strict enforce- that would assist in identifying involved parties is asked
when any changes have been made to their address or reg-
istration information. Failure by a sex registrant to keep ment of state registration requirements. to call the Arcata Police Department at (707) 822-2428.
A6 M AD R IVER U NION O CTOBER 31, 2018
OPINION
what to do with the existing statue, and no
Civility and more in decline accurate cost estimate or funding strategy
In the last few years, our nation increas- is poor governance.
ingly has drifted away from the civility and The Plaza is the centerpiece of Arca-
ethical foundations that have been distinc- ta and the citizens deserve a logical plan,
tive characteristics of our national commit- not crowd pleasing piecemeal actions. I am
ment. voting Yes on M to keep the statue in place
In particular, it seems that our com- for now. We should insist the City Council
mitment to human rights is declining in step up and lead the development of a com-
the U.S. The recent example in which the uments to history around us can become
potential economic losses to our country Democracy yes, mob no irrelevant and even inappropriate.
prehensive plan to make the Plaza better
and enhance the centerpiece of Arcata, and
were a serious consideration in determin- Having read both points of view on I did feel that the McKinley statue had then let the citizens approve it.
ing whether the U.S. would call for a forth- Proposition M, I believe that President reached that point in Arcata. However, I Steve McHaney
right questioning or condemnation of the McKinley was in some ways admirable and now feel that it has at least one more im- Arcata
alleged torture and murder of Washington in some ways flawed. portant role to play in our community and
Post reporter Jamal Khashoggi in Turkey I was born in McKinley’s home state, therefore should stand for the time being.
reinforces to me this general decline in our Ohio, and I started kindergarten at McKin- When the statue was erected in 1906 it Time to get rid of statue
moral foundations, and is contributing to ley School in Lakewood, Ohio. I have paid was a reflection of a nation honoring a slain As somebody who has written extensive-
the declining status of the U.S. as a moral attention to the opinions expressed in the President. The event of McKinley’s assas- ly about history and memory, and partici-
leader throughout the world. Union. I have purchased and read Presi- sination obviously left a deep mark on the pated in campaigns to bring a social justice
Moral issues increasingly seem to be put dent McKinley, Architect of the American generation of people who remembered it perspective to pubic memorials, I urge resi-
aside and replaced by an emphasis on eco- Century by Robert W. Merry. I can see both happening, and thus a statue of McKinley dents of Arcata to vote “No” on Measure M.
nomic benefits and political advantages. sides of the issue. in any town’s square could be a relevant A public memorial can in my view serve
I am convinced that we all suffer from But my reason for signing the petition and appropriate monument for that gener- one or more functions: acknowledge an
this and, by our silence as individuals, be- and voting “yes” on Proposition M is this: ation of people. atrocity or injustice committed against a
come complicit in sustaining these atti- as a resident of Arcata, and a voter, I am In Arcata as time passed, so did that large number of people in the past; cele-
tudes. appalled and disgusted that our City Coun- generation of people who remembered brate social movements and leaders who
I believe it is important for each of us, cil allowed itself, with one exception, to be President McKinley and remembered the have fought against injustice and inequal-
independent of political party or affiliation, bullied into deciding to have the statue re- impact his assassination had on them- ity; and symbolize a community’s aspira-
to place a high priority on assessing the moved. selves and the country. Likely by the late tions to create a society based on equality
broader moral implications of our voting The issue of McKinley’s fate should be 1980s there were only a handful of people and dignity.
patterns and political decisions, to consid- decided by democratic process, not by in- left from that generation. The McKinley statue meets none of
er the moral fiber of our candidates, and to timidation and mob rule. A new generation could only wonder these criteria. As president McKinley was
assess the moral foundations and implica- Sarah G. Edwards why on earth a statue of President McKin- associated with a war in the Philippines
k
tions of the positions they advocate. Arcata ley stood in the center of Arcata and what that practiced unspeakable repression
,
, Richard G. Botzler role it could possibly serve for the commu- and cruelties (including “water boarding”)
against thousands of Filipinos. Under his
. McKinleyville
Let’s open that space nity. Over the years this next generation,
which I am a part of, defined the role of leadership, racism against African Amer-
From my early days in a stroller, I looked the statue in different ways. Some wanted icans increased. He did not support any
v LETTERS up to a statue in the middle of the Arcata
Plaza. Later I worked on the Plaza, as did
answers and in trying to get answers as to
why the McKinley statue is in Arcata and
movements for social justice in California,
including efforts by Native organizations to
my father and grandmother before me. not McKinleyville they were inevitably led achieve reparations and return of stolen ar-
Stridency and fragility For three generations, we walked by
him for close to 100 years. I often thought
to the interesting story of the 1906 surviv- tefacts and human remains.
Moreover, the decision to erect the
After listening to KHSU’s Thursday al of the statue in the San Francisco earth-
it would be great to have the original band quake or the story of its famous sculptor McKinley statue was made undemocrat-
Night Talk on Oct. 18 – which focused on stand brought back. Ask just about anyone
the Arcata Plaza McKinley statue contro- Haig Patigian. ically by local political and economic
today what their favorite day is on the Plaza At times, our statue has made us laugh elites. After the McKinley statue is gone,
versy and Measure M – I was struck by a and I bet they say Saturday.
few things. when in good humor it was dressed up in we should have an engaged public debate
Food and music are universal. Let’s open all manner of garments, trash receptacles, about how the Arcata Plaza can represent
I was impressed by the attitude and up that space for more music, local produce
opinions being expressed by Lisa Lytle covered in pumpkin remnants or in cre- the best of us and our aspirations for equal-
and a place to celebrate the past, present ative political signage. At other junctures, ity, justice, and dignity.
Morehouse. For example, her delivery was and future. Vote to remove the statue. Vote
often Trump-like in its stridency and dis- we have taken the time to pore over the his- Tony Platt
No on Measure M. torical record and debate McKinley’s ten- Berkeley, Big Lagoon
regard for talking over other people while Julie Fulkerson
continually pounding the same short list of ure and status on our Plaza. In my view, all
Trinidad
talking points, repeatedly expressing her of these pursuits have been interesting and Brett for City Council!
hostility toward and discomfort with the added intrigue, color, conversation and cu- (Read to the tune of
opinions of other guests. Vote yes on Measure K riosity to our Plaza. “The Addams Family.”)
Civility aside, I found myself wishing Please vote for Measure K. It’s the right In short, I feel that the McKinley statue
someone had pressed her to explain exactly thing to do for our community. This mea- in the past forty or so years served a role HSU brought him here
what she meant by feeling that her history/ sure can save the county money as well as that was somehow perfectly awkward, Arcata he holds dear
culture/heritage were being attacked, while keep families together. There is nothing in strange, interesting and useful for our He’s loved this town for over 10 years
she drew a line between “her/our” history this bill that would hinder law enforcement weird little town. In recent years, its role Brett for City Council!
and that of Native Americans, and that she in arresting criminals. in our community has felt less relevant and
many people have taken offense it to being It was the Council’s decision
had felt reverse racism directed at her. Let’s try to act on moral conscience rath- To fill the vacant position
IMHO, what she was displaying is the er than fear. measurek.org there which, in short, is understandable.
A chance that he was given
lack of awareness, historical tone-deafness, Barbara Brimlow I too began to feel that it’s time for some- Brett for City Council!
and callous disregard displayed by so many McKinleyville thing else in the center of the Arcata Plaza.
of us white people in the USA of the 21st An old statue might mean little to the He listens and collaborates
century. majority of people in a community. How- Prepared when he deliberates
First off – though there is certainly room Gently relocate Bill ever, it’s always going to be the case that Helps you cross the bridges he makes
for debate on the subject – many feel that After returning from a brief trip to Port- it does mean something, maybe even a Brett for City Council!
“racism... is an institutional and systemic land Oregon, and experiencing their town lot, to others in a community. I do believe
belief that is only a tool of the powerful.” square (aka “living room”) I am struck by that statues can and should come down Fiscally responsible
an image of what our Plaza could be. when the time is right. However, that re- Pragmatic and logical
(“Can you be racist against white people?”
Imagine a free open space, with vibrant moval should only happen after a respect- He sees conflicts as solvable
– Irish Times, Aug. 11, 2018, tinyurl.com/ Brett for City Council!
y7dvyxpe). From that perspective, what we blooming indigenous plants and foliage, ful dialogue and debate and maybe even a
heard from Lisa was actually an expression reflective of the changing seasons… community vote takes place. The removal Focused on affordable housing
of white fragility and xenophobia. Imagine room for play, dance, music, process should be carried out in a way that A park for doggy outings
Second, I understood Lisa to be argu- festivals, alive with artistic expression shows respect for the statue or monument The Marsh and its surroundings
ing for the holding up of “white” history while sharing nature’s bounty… itself as a symbol of respect for those in the Brett for City Council!
and heritage. We continue to be in denial Imagine multi-cultural, inclusive and community who will miss its presence.
in this country about the horrors of slavery pan-historic statements of who we were, When I went to the Plaza the other day Climate Change and Plaza safety
and genocide, which – along with rapa- where we are, and who we want to be- and looked up at the statue now defaced by Valley West and zero waste-y
cious resource extraction, environmental come… some patina-eating chemical I reflected on Be more prepared if the Earth gets shaky
Oh wait! We almost have this… the harshness, incivility and divisiveness Brett for City Council!
degradation, and socio-economic injustice
– actually are major aspects of the history Except for a very large, heavy, imposing that the debate over this statue’s removal
bronze figure, painful to some, tolerated Values living-wage salaries
of domination by the white power elite in has caused in our community and the like-
(but not loved?) by others, and occupying An inclusive, proud community
this country. lihood that anger spurred on by this debate And diversified economy
Are those the aspects of “her” history a huge chunk of precious and promising caused someone to commit the act of van- Brett for City Council!
she wishes to extol, and whose legacy she space. dalism. I felt really sad. Some of my sad-
wants to pass on to her children? Perhaps Can we as a community, rise above our ness was for the old statue itself, but most He travels door-to-door
so, since many benefits accrue to us whites vitriol and come together, and gently relo- of it was for our community. To develop his rapport
through these disparities. She should be cate this symbolic mass (which may have Ideally this vote should be postponed This helps him represent you more
honest about what she really means by served its purpose) to a respectful new until we engage in a dialogue over the stat- Brett for City Council!
“our” history. home? Can we collaboratively redesign a ue that brings our community together to
vibrant healing space which will be an in- truly listen to one another and try to under- Office hours he now offers
Lisa repeatedly (and disingenuously)
spiration and source of joy to all? stand one another. I think this statue has Relationships he fosters
asked “What can we do to live in peace Concerned about tax dollars
now?” Since she apparently showed up at Arcata is bursting with artists, visionar- yet another role to play in our community.
ies, planners and implementers. Together Brett for City Council!
the forum only to do battle from the (R) Andrew Freeman
side of the aisle, she did not listen to or re- can we create something wonderful? Arcata
One thing is certain. IF Measure M does A great sense of humor
spond to the immediate answer offered by And volunteers for seniors
pass, the discussions will end, collabora-
Erik Rydberg, who suggested that a good
tion will cease, creativity will be stifled, and We need a plan for Plaza Envisions a stronger future
place to start would be to acknowledge and Yes on M. Support Good Governance Brett for City Council!
respect the desire of the remaining local we will all be “stuck” with our statue and
surrounding structure just as it is, where and a Better Plan for the Arcata Plaza
native people (and many others of us) to There are potentially endless arguments At times we disagree
remove the statue because its history and it is, without even minute changes, until
which time another ballot measure emerg- for and against the statue of president Still, my support comes easily
what it represents to them is offensive for McKinley based on who you feel he was For me, he’s Arcata’s “cup of tea”
multiple reasons. It seems to me that the es, spewing more conflict and confusion.
Let’s stop kicking the can down the road or what you feel he now represents based Brett for City Council!
statue’s removal is a minor and entirely on our current times. This polarizing ap-
symbolic gesture, one that hardly touch- and find a solution NOW honoring history
while recognizing our present reality. proach is missing the point. Instead, we So you see, he’s kinda awesome
es the horror inflicted upon these people, should focus on developing the highest and He’ll help Arcata blossom
which they have not forgotten. Patrice Emenaker
Randy Emenaker best use of public spaces. Consider a vote for Watson
If Lisa and other people who subscribe I am voting in favor of Measure M to Brett for City Council!
to her beliefs truly wish to live in peace with Arcata
keep the statue in place for now and insist Moonlight Macumber
neighbors who may not look or believe the the City Council lead the development of Arcata
way they do, they would do well to learn to Statue has a role to play a comprehensive plan for the highest and
better listen and interact respectfully, to Until the recent vandalism and deface- best use of the Arcata Plaza that makes it a
acknowledge the suffering of others, and to ment of the McKinley statue I was leaning better place for all citizens. If your letter isn’t here, it’s probably be-
self-examine their white privilege. to vote no on Measure M. My position was cause we ran out of room. Or maybe you
The council’s decision to remove the didn’t include a phone number. Letters
Sincerely, based less on the impossible to conclude statue with no plan for what goes in its submitted through the mail have to be
Steven Kossow historical debate and more on a notion that place to make the Plaza better, no plan for typed up, so they tend to fall through the
Arcata as times change the memorials and mon- cracks.
O CTOBER 31, 2018 M AD R IVER U NION A7
OPINION
Final arguments on the Plaza’s McKinley statue and Measure M
McKinley, a good man whose opponents only lie Statue dishonors Arcata’s Plaza
I H
f those who want our statue of President Wil- of slavery; he would have been outraged by any istory. One clear set of irrefutable facts, agreed upon by all par-
liam McKinley were actually in the right, they such auctions. ties, seen through unbiased eyes and told with unbiased voic-
would not have to resort to telling lies about Moreover, the Humboldt Room and the Hum- es. If only.
why it should be brought down. boldt Historical Society state that there is U.S. history books treat American presidents kindly. If a
Have you noticed how those who attack the life of no evidence of the auctions taking place president is killed in office, some would have you believe
President McKinley cite many travesties of justice rather that they offer proof that it never that he was a champion to all. But the truth is never that
that have taken place in our history and they would happened. They are trying to sell us a simple, or true.
have us believe that McKinley bold-faced LIE!!! For the rest of the story, we must
was behind them. Hogwash! Arcata City Councilmember Paul go to the written and oral histories
William McKinley was good Pitino, signed off on this “alternate of the original people of this land,
man. He had nothing to do with fact” (i.e., “lie”). I have to wonder, the Wiyot and other tribes.
any of the accusations that were why Pitino would put his name on We must listen to the voices
voiced publicly as reasons to re- such a falsehood? I ask if it was of the people of the Philippines,
move his statue. McKinley was ignorance or willful ignorance Hawaii, Cuba, Puerto Rico and
against all the evil actions they that led him to put his name on the other island nations invad-
mention. this lie? ed by the U.S. under McKinley’s
v YES ON President William McKinley Pro-statue-removers also like to leadership. v NO ON
MEASURE M deeply hated slavery. He gave
up his job as a schoolteacher to
cite several other actions that had
nothing to do with McKinley and that
Here, you will find the stories
of racism, horror, torture, starva- MEASURE M
David LaRue fight to end slavery in the Civil he would have been horrified by. I repeat, tion, murder, concentration camps, Fhyre Phoenix
War. After the war he went to history, not lies, bears out that McKinley kill zones, genocide, the sale of chil-
law school and started his life in politics. McKin- was a good man who would have been dren, slavery, massive land theft and other crimes be-
ley’s fervent support of minorities is demonstrated horrified by such travesties. yond counting.
in this quote: Clearly, the opposition William McKinley is an extremely poor exam-
“Nothing can be permanently settled until the wants to tear down a sym- ple of a person who should be memorialized
right of every citizen to participate equally in our bol of America’s mistakes. in a statue, and placed in the center of a
State and National affairs is unalterably fixed.” They have simply targeted town, any town. That his statue has stood in
When McKinley was elected president, he placed the wrong man. Again, it the center of the City of Arcata is a dishonor
a never-before-seen number of minorities in his ad- begs the question, and a mistake that should have never been
ministration, many in high positions. If pro-statue-removers made in the first place.
In the Humboldt County voter guide, pro-stat- are correct, why would The correction of this poor judgment is
ue-removers state, “The McKinley statue does not they have to manufacture lies to justify removing long overdue. Vote NO on Measure M to remove the statue of William
belong as the centerpiece of the Arcata Plaza, the the McKinley statue? McKinley from the Arcata Plaza.
same place that served as the auction site for en-
slaved Indigenous children, women, and men…” David LaRue co-authored the successful peti- Activist Fhyre Phoenix has persistently protested the Plaza statue’s
The REAL fact is, McKinley had a lifelong hatred tion to place Measure M on the Nov. 6 ballot. presence.
R
eaders may have noticed some contra- so Nov. 6. Their decision, either way, should be open spot for dances, concerts and more.
dictions on these opinion pages over the respected. And rather than being simply “anti statue,” with the
last two issues. In the Oct. 17 edition, we Whether McKinley is truly a symbol of racism goal of simply jettisoning Bill, what if we instead sought
ran an editorial in favor of keeping the statue of and oppression is a matter of opinion on which to find him a better home. Maybe there’s a place where the
William McKinley and urged voters to support reasonable people can disagree. statue could be put in an historical context and serve an
Measure M. The next week, Oct. 24, our editori- If a majority of voters decide that McKinley has educational purpose.
al called for the removal of the statue, and urged got to go, then the issue is resolved. Measure O and Prop. 6
voters to shoot down Measure M. However, what happens if Measure M suc- If you want adequate police protection and you want to
How could the Union be both for and against ceeds, but the vote is close? Might Arcata find it- maintain deputies in McKinleyville and elsewhere in un-
the statue? Well, we’re not. self as a community where nearly half the people incorporated Humboldt County, vote yes on Measure O.
We were trying to elevate the debate beyond view a metal sculpture that looms over the town If you would like crappier, under-funded and under-staffed
a series of personal attacks and insults that have square a symbol of racism and oppression? police protection, then vote no. It’s that simple.
dominated online discussions. The idea was to try to pres- If this is the case, do we really want to offend half the As for Prop. 6, you get to decide the fate of local roads,
ent readers with the strongest arguments we could muster populous on a daily basis? Wouldn’t it be better to end bridges and other transportation projects.
on both sides of the issue and give readers some food for the divisiveness and just find a more suitable location for If Prop. 6 passes, our infrastructure will crumble and
thought. I’m not sure if we succeeded or not. That’s up to McKinley? town’s like McKinleyville will see significantly less money
you to decide. If Measure M passes, then it will be up to statue oppo- for paving and other roadway improvements. Vote no on
As for McKinley, whether he stays or goes is something nents to regroup, get their own measure on a future ballot Prop. 6, unless you enjoy potholes, or just enjoy complain-
that definitely needs to be decided by voters, who will do and convince the public that the statue has to go. ing about how our infrastructure is falling apart.
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OCTOBER 31, 2018
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WESTHAVEN ART SHOW OPENS
Oferenda
‘Dialogue In
Three Parts’
Westhaven Center
for the arts
WESTHAVEN – Na-
talie Craig will show a new
mixed media and collage
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS Arcata Main Street presents a Dia de los Muertos celebration on the Arcata Plaza Friday, collection at Westhaven
Nov. 2 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The free, family friendly event includes live mariachi music, Zamba by Samba de Center for the Arts open-
Alegria, traditional oferendas like the one above at Arcata Exchange, face painting, guest speakers and com- ing Sunday, Nov. 4 and
plimentary pan de muerto and Mexican hot chocolate from Las Bagels. Jack durham | union running through Dec. 15.
The exhibit consists
of three separate bodies
TRICK OR TREAT Arcata Main Street presents Trick or
of work, all relating to a
Treat on the Arcata Plaza today, Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 7
perspective on dialogue.
p.m. The actual trick or treat part of the event takes place “Artists are always en-
from 4 to 6 p.m. Downtown Plaza streets will be closed gaged in communication,”
to vehicle traffic so families can safely enjoy free treats Craig said. “There is the
from participating stores. A Ghost & Ghoul Procession dialogue between the art-
starts at 4 p.m. at the corner of 11th and H streets. A fire ist and the subject which
truck and vintage police car will be available for photo results in artistic expres-
ops. A live performance of Thriller will take place at 5 sion. Then there is the
p.m. There will be giant puppets from Arcata Playhouse communication between
and DJs will play Halloween music. that art and the viewer.
All these dialogues fasci-
KINETIC LAB OF HORRORS Grab your loved ones and nate me and have inspired
prepare to be scared! The 13th annual Haunted Kinet- this show.”
The collage series “Di-
ic Lab of Horrors is open tonight, Oct. 31 from 7 p.m.
alogues” is a musing on
until midnight. Tour guides bring groups of 4-6 patrons
the flow of stimulation
through the lab at a time, drawing attention to the creep- as it arrives through per-
iest, scariest corners of the lab. It’s an elaborate produc- ception and engages to
tion with approximately 10 synchronized “stages” de- express outwardly. Ex-
signed to stimulate and terrify even the bravest of souls. pression and reflection
Lighting, sound effects, special effects and dark humor happen through the space
all add to the experience. Live music by The Dead Drops we share between us.
will be heard and a food truck by La Bonita will be parked HORROR AWAITS Check out the gruesome Kinetic “Homage to Land- MESSAGES Mixed me-
out front creating a vibrant scene for those waiting in Lab of Horrors. From poSter made by duane Flatmo scapes” is a series mixed dia art work by Natalie
line. Tickets are available at the gate for $12, and it is media paintings. The idea Craig. Submited photo
recommended for those 13 years and older. The Haunted both new and traditional games including Nerf target of “homage” as dialogue
Kinetic Lab of Horrors is located at the end of 8th Street practice, ring toss, Skee ball and many others with plenty addresses, for Craig, the essence of place and/or some-
(at M Street) in Arcata’s Creamery District. For more in- of candy and small prizes available to win. Face painting one who spurred on an impression. This is an unspo-
and temporary tattoos will also be available as well as ken dialogue, one engaged from within to the attributed
formation, visit kineticsculpturelab.com.
a costume contest and photo opportunities.Community place or person.
“Studies” is a selection of the artist’s sketches from
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL The members of Dow’s Prairie members are encouraged to bring canned food or other
the past few years. Craig has always found that marks
Grange in McKinleyville are sponsoring their 21st annual non-perishables to support Grange’s holiday food bas- made quickly on paper carry an innate curiosity, an av-
free community Halloween carnival for youth under 12 ket program to serve those in need. The Dow’s Prairie enue into honest and inquisitive expression. Sketching
from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. today, Oct. 31. Halloween night Grange is located at 3995 Dow’s Prairie Rd. in McKin- leads her into the intimacy of the dialogue of discovery,
will find Grange members and youth volunteers running leyville opposite the elementary school. that of one’s introspections stirring within trying to
manifest into a composition.
Music, humor therapy in the age of Trump The Westhaven Center for the Arts is located at 502
S. Westhaven Dr. in Westhaven. The gallery is open to
the public Friday through Sunday from 1 to 4:00 p.m.
humboldt unitarian universalist felloWship More information about Westhaven Center for the Arts
BAYSIDE – Roy Zimmerman returns to Humboldt exhibitions and artists is available at westhavecenter.
County on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m., just in time for a org or by contacting the gallery at (707) 677-9493.
concert party after Election Day.
He has new songs, and some favorites to make us laugh
and cry. Everyone is invited to the Humboldt Unitarian
Universalist Fellowship, 24 Fellowship Way, Bayside (off
Jacoby Creek Road) to listen to Roy Zimmerman in per-
son. Suggested donation is $20, or sliding scale. No one
will be turned away.
Zimmerman’s show is called “RiZe UP,” bringing laugh- Dia de los
ter and encouragement to progressive-minded people who
need a lot of both in the Age of Trump. Muertos
“Sometimes I think satire is the most hopeful form of
expression,” says Zimmerman “because in calling out the
Celebration
world’s absurdities and laughing in their face, I’m affirm- Friday, Nov. 2
ing the real possibility for change.” 7 - 9 p.m.
Over 20 years on stages, screens and airwaves across Art exhibit opening
America, Zimmerman has brought the sting of satire to RIZE UP Roy Zimmerman performs music for progres-
sive-minded folks on Thursday, Nov. 8 in Bayside. featuring the work of
the struggle for peace and justice. His songs have been Lida Penkova, along
Submitted photo
heard on HBO and Showtime. He has recorded for War- with live music,
ner/Reprise Records. His YouTube videos have garnered For more information contact the Humboldt UU Fel- nibbles and sips.
over 7 million views, and he’s a featured blogger for the lowship at (707)822-3793 or office@huuf.org.
Huffington Post.
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ELECTRICITY GAP The Schatz Energy sey Battle. The dance will be from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.. The
Research Center invites the public to cost is $5 for Humboldt Folklife members, students and
a free lecture, “The Native American seniors, $10 for general admission, and free for children
reservation electricity access gap: a under 12. No experience or partner needed.
case study of the Yurok Tribe’s energy
access leadership and next steps for DANCE PARTY The Humboldt Folk Dancers invite the
energy justice and climate change,” at public to World Dance Party with live music on Friday,
5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 1 in the Nov. 2 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Redwood Raks World
Catherine Native American Forum (BSS 162) on Dance Studio, 824 L St., in the Creamery District in Arca-
Sandoval the HSU campus. At this Sustainable ta. The event features easy dances and an evening of world
Futures Speakers Series event, Cather- music with international bands. All ages and dance levels
ine Sandoval will discuss her research about the intersec- are welcome. (707) 496-6734, humboldtfolkdancers.org
tion of energy, the environment, telecommunications, and
underserved and disadvantaged communities – including ROSHNI CENTER BENEFIT The Roshni Centre for Wom-
the Native American reservation electricity gap and the en invites the public to its annual benefit Saturday, Nov.
role of net neutrality in powering energy and forestalling 10 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the D Street Neighborhood Center,
climate change. For more information, call (707) 826- 1301 D St. in Arcata. The event features a presentation by
4345 or visit schatzcenter.org/speakers. Princess Zebu Jilani of Pakistan, desserts from around the
world, NPA theatre, belly dancing, ethnic bazaar, henna
BARN DANCE Humboldt Folklife Society will host a Barn by Emerald Caravan, raffles and silent auction. Price of
SOLEMN RESPECT Flags in Arcata were lowered over Dance at the Arcata Vets Hall, 1425 J St. in Arcata, on Sat- admission is $15 (less for children). R.S.V.P. at (707) 623-
the weekend and will fly at half-staff through sunset, urday, Nov.3 with the Striped Pig Band and caller Lynd- 7374 or roshnicentreforwomen@gmail.com.
today, Oct. 31 as a mark of solemn respect for the
massacre perpetrated at The Tree of Life Synagogue
in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 27. Eleven peo-
ple were killed by a gunman at the synagogue. An evening of puppetry, for adult audiences
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ArcAtA PlAyhouse thing from hand puppets to shadow The performances are sponsored
Dinners aplenty in BL
ARCATA – Arcata Playhouse puppets to giant puppets to object by Playhouse Arts, The Sanctuary and
teams up with the Sanctuary to host puppetry. the Puppet Slam Network which is a
its 6th annual Puppet Slam on Satur- Featured performers for this year national network of short form pup-
H
appy Halloween! Blue Lake Student of day, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the include Sean’s Shadows, Quack and petry performance.
I sure hope every- the Month Sanctuary, 1301 J St. in Arcata. Wabbit, The Paranormal Society, The Puppet Slam Network is a
one enjoyed all the This months Wha-Nika Puppet Slams are a nationwide Violet Crabtree, Ann Taylor, Bobby great resource with over 100 Slams
spooky Halloween haunts Women’s Club-sponsored performance form of short puppetry Burns, and of course the Indestruc- across the country and international-
and activities of last week- Student of the Month is acts for adult audiences. There are tible Professor Willikers with special ly. The Sanctuary folks are excited to
end. Stay safe tonight. first grader Gael Gallegos. over 100 of these type events happen- guests West of Rowan from Belling- be part of the nationwide fun. Fund-
Blue Lake Volunteer Gael joined the Blue Lake ing across the country just like this ham, Washington. ing made possible in part by the Pup-
Fire Dinner community a year ago one. The event is sponsored by the It will definitely be a raucous night pet Slam Network, puppetslam.com.
The Blue Lake Volun- from France. Gael enjoys National Puppet Slam Network and of wild antics with a wide range of Tickets are $10 general and $5 for
teer Fire Department will art, cross country, soccer will feature puppet mayhem from lo- puppet styles and moods from com- kids (2 p.m. show only) and are avail-
hold its annual and basketball. cal puppeteers and out of town guests ic to dark and beautiful. The evening able at Wildberries Market Place or
tri tip dinner on He also enjoys all in a fast-paced cabaret format. show is recommended for adult audi- reserve at (707) 822-1575. For infor-
Saturday, Nov. non-fiction books The show will present a variety of ences with the afternoon show being mation visit arcataplayhouse.org or
3. Tickets are and creating the puppetry styles. You will see every- family friendly. sanctuaryarcata.org.
sold at the door, “kid facts” for
or from a volun- the school’s daily
teer today! The
dinner consists
Mustang Moni- Book signing today for new novel Annie California
tor.
of tri tip, beans, MAd river union As a manuscript, Annie California was a winner of the
A couple
and more! Al- ARCATA – Humboldt County author Margaret Keller- Ruth Marcus Memorial Writing Scholarship through the
things that Gael
ways a fun, fam- man, author of the new novel Annie California, will be of- Humboldt Area Foundation. Kellermann is a local author
would like every-
ily event for the fering her book for sale outside the downtown Arcata store of seven books, as well as a painter and musician. This is
one to know is
whole community. Plaza today, Oct. 31, from 4 to 6 p.m. Special bookmarks her first novel.
that he speaks three lan-
Raise the Roof Fund- and glow-in-the-dark bracelets will be offered for free. She published three books of nonfiction and three of
guages: English, Spanish
raiser Kellerman’s new novel, for ages eight and older, pub- poetry under her former name, Margaret D. Smith, teach-
and French.
Also taking place on Sat- lished this month by Blue Lake Studio, features a young ing writing workshops in Ireland, England, Canada and
He has made 51 “kid
urday, Nov. 3 is a specialist protagonist from Eureka. 10-year-old Annie Carson, nick- the United States. Locally, she writes a monthly column,
facts” in first grade, and he
fundraising dinner for the named Annie California, who was born and raised in a “Painting the Ocean,” for Senior News.
enjoys telling jokes and be-
Mad River Grange. The loving home in Eureka. But when she and her family find Annie California is available now on Amazon (Kindle
ing funny.
Grange needs a new roof, themselves suddenly homeless, she decides the only way and paperback), and signed paperback copies are available
Congratulations Gael
so come on out for one of to keep from going crazy is to write everything down in directly from the author and at select local bookstores. For
Gallegos.
soon to be many fundrais- her new journal as they travel across the country toward more information, contact the author at bluelakestudio.
ers for this endeavor. This a new life. net/contact.
dinner will be a farm to
fork vegetarian formal sit LANPHERE DUNES Join a public field trip at the Arca- available for volunteers to area has been called one of
down dinner. Space is very Friends of the Dunes Nat- ta Marsh and Wildlife Sanc- use. Contact Katrina Hen- the finest marine reserves
limited, only 40 tickets will uralist for a free guided tuary on Saturday, Nov. 3. derson or Michelle Forys in the world. The lecture
be sold in all. For ticket tour of the Lanphere Dunes Bring your binoculars and at (707) 677-3109 or at Ka- is scheduled for Monday,
information, contact me Unit of the Humboldt Bay have a great morning bird- trina.Henderson@parks. Nov. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at
at madrivergrangefacili- National Wildlife Refuge ing! Meet leader Carol Wil- ca.gov or Michelle.Forys@ the Humboldt Bay Aquatic
ties@gmail.com or see me on Saturday, Nov. 3 from son in the parking lot at the parks.ca.gov. Center, 921 Waterfront Dr.,
at City Hall. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Lan- end of South I Street (Klopp Eureka. Admission is free.
phere Dunes Unit is home Lake) in Arcata at 8:30 a.m., KING SALMON BAYWATCH
IN-HOME SERVICES to diverse coastal rain or shine. Join Redwood Region CONSERVATION MEETING
ecosystems includ- Trip ends around Audubon Society on Satur- Redwood Region Audubon
We are here for you ing coastal dune 11 a.m. day, Nov. 3 for a Baywatch Society holds its month-
STUDENT OF THE MONTH at King Salmon trip. Meet ly Conservation Meeting
Registered nurse support forest, season-
Gael Gallegos. MORNING BIRD- at Gill’s By the Bay and go Thursday, Nov. 8 at noon at
Personal care al wetlands, and
Submitted photo ING Redwood birding along the seawall Rita’s Margaritas and Mex-
Light housekeeping large moving sand
dunes. Meet at Pa- Region Audubon for a few hours. Dress for ican Grill, 1111 5th Street,
Assistance with CROSSWORD SOLUTION
cific Union School, Society is spon- cool, damp weather. Call Al- Eureka. (707) 445-8311.
daily activities soring a free pub- exa DeJoannis at (707) 826-
3001 Janes Rd. in
Respite care lic field trip at the 7031. SNOWY PLOVER TALK Join
Arcata to carpool
& much more Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Redwood Region Audu-
to the protected site. For
Insured & bonded more information and to re- Sanctuary on Nov. 3. Bring MORNING BIRDING Red- bon Society on Friday,
serve a spot, contact Friends your binoculars and have wood Region Audubon So- Nov. 9 for a program titled
H u m bol dt
Car egi ver s of the Dunes at (707) 444- a great morning birding! ciety is sponsoring a free “The Road to Recovery:
Serving Northern California 1397 or info@friendsofthe- Meet leader Carol Wilson in public field trip at the Ar- Snowy Plovers on the Ore-
for over 20 years! dunes.org. the parking lot at the end of cata Marsh and Wildlife gon Coast.” Snowy Plovers
O
South I Street (Klopp Lake) Sanctuary on Nov. 3. Bring were once a common West
F R EE
TOLL in Arcata at 8:30 a.m., rain your binoculars and have Coast beach-nesting bird.
1-877-964-2001 See crossword on page A4 MARSH TOUR Friends of
the Arcata Marsh (FOAM) or shine. Trip ends around a great morning birding! As the human population
is sponsoring a free tour of 11 a.m. Meet leader Carol Wilson in increased, plovers suffered
the Arcata Marsh & Wild- the parking lot at the end of significant declines. In
life Sanctuary on Saturday, PATRICK’S POINT Come South I Street (Klopp Lake) Oregon, surveys conduct-
Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. Meet leader help California State Parks in Arcata at 8:30 a.m., rain ed from the early 1970’s
Elliott Dabill at the Inter- restore the Native Plant or shine. Trip ends around through 1990 showed
pretive Center on South G Garden at Patrick’s Point 11 a.m. drastic declines leading to
Street for a 90-minute walk State Park on Saturday, fewer than 50 plovers re-
focusing on the ecology of Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 KING SALMON BAYWATCH maining at only a handful
the Marsh. Loaner binocu- p.m. Volunteers will be Explore North Coast and the of sites. In 1990, The Na-
lars available with photo ID. transplanting native plants Humboldt Bay Aquatic Cen- ture Conservancy began a
For more information, call into the garden, installing ter as co-sponsors invites monitoring program to de-
(707) 826-2359. plant identification signs, the public to their lecture se- termine how many plovers
and removing invasive plant ries featuring Brian Tissot, remained, and where they
MORNING BIRDING Red- species. All ages welcome. director and professor, Ma- were breeding; and helped
wood Region Audubon So- Meet at the Visitor Center rine Laboratory Humboldt coordinate and implement
ciety is sponsoring a free parking lot. Work location State University. Tissot will a recovery program along
is less than a half mile hike do a short update on the the Oregon coast. Speaker
from the trailhead. Gloves, health of the local sea star David J. Lauten, who has
EMPLOYMENT safety glasses,and tools are population. He will also do been studying Snowy Plo-
a presentation on jelly fish. vers for the Oregon Biodi-
Visiting Angels is Our members are currently versity Center since 1997,
Wesleyan Church
seeking Caregivers, seeing massive swarms of will discuss the history of
of the Redwoods Sea Nettle Jelly Fish in the the recovery effort, what re-
CNAs & HHAs Pastor Chuck Clark
waters off Trinidad. Tissot’s covery looks like and what
to assist seniors Coffee/fellowship
talk will be followed by ENC lessons in wildlife manage-
at 10 a.m.
in Fortuna, Traditional worship members presenting a slide ment have been learned.
McKinleyville, and at 10:30 a.m. show on their recent kayak The program starts at 7:30
expedition to God’s Pock- p.m. at Six Rivers Masonic
Eureka. Part-time Bible Study
7 p.m. Wednesday et Marine Provincial Park. Lodge, 251 Bayside Road,
and Full-time, flexible (Sept. through May) God’s Pocket is a set of small Arcata. Bring a mug for
hours. Please call 707- 839-2625 islands off the north coast shade-grown coffee and
362-8045. 1645 Fischer Rd., McKinleyville of Vancouver Island. This come fragrance-free.
O CTOBER 31, 2018 M AD R IVER U NION B3
L EGAL N OTICES
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2400 MATHER ROAD PANY FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ARCATA, CA 95521 This statement was filed with give notice to interested persons California Probate Code, or (2)
NAME STATEMENT MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 S/ALLEN WHELESS NAME STATEMENT COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT the Humboldt County Clerk on unless they have waived notice 60 days from the date of mail-
18-00607 CAMELA A. COOPER CEO 18-00563 JENNIFER K. HARRIS OCT. 15, 2018 or consented to the proposed ing or personal delivery to you
The following person(s) is CLAROS This statement was filed with The following person(s) is 5118 JACOBY CREEK KELLY E. SANDERS action.) The independent admin- of a notice under section 9052
(are) doing business as: 2400 MATHER ROAD the Humboldt County Clerk on (are) doing business as: ROAD SM DEPUTY CLERK istration authority will be granted of the California Probate Code.
MISTY MOUNTAIN FLORA MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 SEPT. 27, 2018 ALTUM MIND BAYSIDE, CA 95524 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 unless an interested person files Other California statutes and
FARM AND DESIGN THIS BUSINESS IS CON- KELLY E. SANDERS 5655 WEST END ROAD THIS BUSINESS IS CON- an objection to the petition and legal authority may affect your
536 WARREN CREEK ROAD DUCTED BY: KT DEPUTY CLERK ARCATA, CA 95521 DUCTED BY: NOTICE OF PETITION TO AD- shows good cause why the court rights as a creditor. You may
ARCATA, CA 95521 A MARRIED COUPLE 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 P.O. BOX 117 AN INDIVIDUAL MINISTER ESTATE OF should not grant the authority. want to consult with an attor-
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT S/CAMELA A. COOPER TRINIDAD, CA 95570 S/JENNIFER HARRIS JASON ROY SMITH A hearing on the petition will ney knowledgeable in Califor-
MARCIA F. DAVIS CLAROS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT OWNER CASE NO.: PR180253 be held in this court as follows: nia law.
536 WARREN CREEK ROAD OWNER NAME STATEMENT HUMBOLDT PARTNER This statement was filed with To all heirs, beneficiaries, cred- Date: NOV. 15, 2018 You may examine the file
ARCATA, CA 95521 This statement was filed with 18-00611 GROUP INC. the Humboldt County Clerk on itors, contingent creditors, and Time: 2:00 PM kept by the court. If you are a
THIS BUSINESS IS CON- the Humboldt County Clerk on The following person(s) is 5655 WEST END ROAD OCT. 22, 2018 persons who may otherwise be Dept.: 6 person interested in the estate,
DUCTED BY: SEPT. 18, 2018 (are) doing business as: ARCATA, CA 95521 KELLY E. SANDERS interested in the will or estate, Address of court: Superior you may file with the court a for-
AN INDIVIDUAL KELLY E. SANDERS DDT THIS BUSINESS IS CON- SC DEPUTY CLERK or both, of: Court of California, County of mal Request for Special Notice
S/MARCIA F. DAVIS KT DEPUTY CLERK 791 8TH STREET SUITE 11 DUCTED BY: 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 JASON ROY SMITH Humboldt, 825 Fifth Street, Eu- (form DE-154) of the filing of an
OWNER 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24 ARCATA, CA 95521 A CORPORATION Petition for Probate has been reka, CA, 95501. inventory and appraisal of es-
This statement was filed with COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT S/JOHNNY NGUYEN FICTITIOUS BUSINESS filed by: LANA SMITH in the Su- If you object to the granting of tate assets or of any petition or
the Humboldt County Clerk on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS DISC DOWN TRAVEL LLC CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER NAME STATEMENT perior Court of California, Coun- the petition, you should appear account as provided in Probate
OCT. 3, 2018 NAME STATEMENT CA 201823610198 This statement was filed with 18-00626 ty of HUMBOLDT. at the hearing and state your ob- Code section 1250. A Request
KELLY E. SANDERS 18-00592 791 8TH STREET SUITE 11 the Humboldt County Clerk on The following person(s) is The Petition for Probate re- jections or file written objections for Special Notice form is avail-
SE DEPUTY CLERK The following person(s) is ARCATA, CA 95521 SEPT. 12, 2018 (are) doing business as: quests that: LANA SMITH be with the court before the hearing. able from the court clerk.
10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 (are) doing business as: THIS BUSINESS IS CON- KELLY E. SANDERS HIDDEN OASIS CARDS appointed as personal represen- Your appearance may be in per- Attorney for the petitioner:
DISC DOWN TRAVEL DUCTED BY: SC DEPUTY CLERK 4611 CENTRAL AVE. tative to administer the estate of son or by your attorney. TIMOTHY J. WYKLE
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 791 8TH STREET SUITE 11 A LIMITED LIABILITY COM- 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 the decedent. If you are a creditor or a MATHEWS, KLUCK, WALSH &
NAME STATEMENT ARCATA, CA 95521 PANY COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT The petition requests authority contingent creditor of the WYKLE LLP
18-00572 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT S/ALLEN WHELESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS TOMMY J PEPE to administer the estate under decedent, you must file your 100M STREET
The following person(s) is DISC DOWN TRAVEL LLC CEO NAME STATEMENT 4611 CENTRAL AVE. the Independent Administration claim with the court and mail a EUREKA, CA 95501
(are) doing business as: CA 201823610198 This statement was filed with 18-00637 MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 of Estates Act. (This authority copy to the personal represen- (707) 442-3758
THE STOVE DOCTORS 791 8TH STREET SUITE 11 the Humboldt County Clerk on The following person(s) is THIS BUSINESS IS CON- will allow the personal represen- tative appointed by the court 10/31, 11/7, 11/14
1985 CENTRAL AVE. ARCATA, CA 95521 OCT. 5, 2018 (are) doing business as: DUCTED BY: tative to take any actions without within the later of either (1) four
MCKINLEYVILLE, CA 95519 THIS BUSINESS IS CON- KELLY E. SANDERS JUNIPER SPARROW AN INDIVIDUAL obtaining court approval. Before months from the date of first
COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT DUCTED BY: KT DEPUTY CLERK ANGELICA S/TOMMY J. PEPE taking certain very important issuance of letters to a gener-
VLADIMIR E. CLAROS A LIMITED LIABILITY COM- 110/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 1101 H ST. #2 OWNER actions, however, the personal al personal representative, as
representative will be required to defined in section 58(b) of the
The Mad River Union keeps B4 M AD R IVER U NION O CTOBER 31, 2018
you abreast of local events!
During the month of October,
the Union will donate $10 of every
new one-year subscription ($40) to
eep your pets safe on allo een
T
the Breast and Gyn Health Project. he Union hits the streets on to get to spend this holiday season in
Halloween this year, so if you’re a home of their own. Our volunteers
Subscribe today! reading this column right away, have been taking different dogs home
here are a few tips to keep on the weekends, which
Get in online and in your mailbox! your pets safe this evening. both gives the dogs a relax-
Some dogs are fine with be- ing break and provides good
Name:________________________________ ing dressed up, like Bubba information about their
here, but others find the house behavior that we can
Address:_______________________________ whole costume thing to be share with potential adopt-
stressful. ers. Watch for more of those
City/State:___________________ Zip:_______ Watch for signs of stress stories here. Bubba
or discomfort if costuming We have some new vol-
Email:________________________________ your pet was in your plans. unteers at the shelter, which
Clip & send with your check to: Keep the Halloween candy is wonderful for lots of rea-
Mad River Union, 791 8th St., Ste. 8, Arcata, CA 95521 out of reach. Both chocolate and xy- sons. We always hope that each dog tion, but a few unaltered animals had
Or subscribe online at madriverunion.com. litol can be very toxic, and that sugar and cat gets at least a little attention turned into a lot of dogs that the own-
shouldn’t part of their diet either. each day. With more volunteers, we er was completely unable to care for.
Hank en- are getting closer Animal Control brought Cubby and
Down a Country Road joys eating the to getting all the his puppy friend Auggie to the shelter
chunks of pump- dogs out for a sec- to give them a chance for a better life.
kin that get ond walk each day, They were both very shy at first but
carved out for which they really Cubby has come out of his shell and
eyes and nos- appreciate. is ready for his forever home. We are
Down a Country Road es, but vet ad- When vol- hoping Auggie won’t be far behind.
in East McKinleyville vice says don’t unteers get the Cubby loves other dogs.
located in the Azalea let your pets eat adoptable dogs Bringing a mature dog along to as-
Neighborhood you will any pumpkins walked, Redwood sist was the key for us to be able to get
that have already Pals (that’s me and the puppies out of their kennel and
find this 3 Bedroom 2
been carved and my rescue part- walking on a leash. Cubby does not
Bath Home built in 2002
may be develop- ners) have more get over-excited around people and
in Very Good Condition ing mold, anoth- time to work with is quickly learning his leash manners
on .6 of an Acre. Bonus er pet toxin. Our the dogs that are and other obedience skills. He looks
on this property is the 625 sq ft Detached Garage and dogs get to spend Cubby not available for like he might have a little cattle dog in
Community Water and Sewer. Enjoy Sunny Days and the the evening in adoption. We have his mix as well. We would expect him
Quiet of this End of Road Location. $344,900. Call Joanie to the kitchen or shy puppies, excit- to be about 50 – 60 pounds at matu-
schedule a showing 707.362.0144 the bedroom able young dogs rity. This pup will make a great family
where there is no opportunity for that need manners training, dogs that dog. Come meet him today!
azalearealty.com • Call 707.362.0144 squeezing out the door when trick or are being treated for medical needs Cubby is at the Humboldt Coun-
treaters stop by. and some that just don’t show well in ty Animal Shelter, located at 980
If your cats can be kept inside to- a kennel. We have been able to help Lycoming Ave. in McKinleyville.
night, that would be a good idea also. several dogs move to the adoptable You can always see all the available
And if you haven’t already, treat your section recently which is very reward- dogs and cats at petharbor.com by
pets with some sort of ID – tags or ing. choosing Adopt a Pet and then the
microchips – to make sure that they One of those is Cubby, a 5 month- Humboldt County Sheriff’s Animal
are quickly reunited should they get old German Shepherd mix puppy.
Humboldt Back & separated from you. Cubby came from the property in
Shelter. For more information about
the dogs, or for assistance in finding
Neck Pain Center At the shelter we are starting to
think about the holidays and how we
Phillipsville that was in the news for
having way too many uncared for
the right match for your household,
please contact redwoodpalsrescue@
839-6300 would love each shelter cat and dog dogs. Not exactly a hoarding situa- gmail.com.
1585 Heartwood Dr., Ste. B, McKinleyville
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ompanion
COMMUNITY POTLUCK Celebrating the fall harvest, Animal
the second Home Away from Home community Founda-
potluck of the HSU school year takes place at the D tion is overflow-
Street Neighborhood Center, 1301 D St., on Sunday, ing with kittens
Nov. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event is free. Commu- of every color!
nity members are encouraged to bring a ready-to- It’s the perfect
serve harvest dish enough to feed 10 people. The time to cuddle up
theme for the “Free Stuff” table is “Wet weather, with a new feline
warm clothes” and can include gently-used, clean family member Pongo
blankets and other items to help students get ready as the air gets
for winter. This event is sponsored by the City of Ar- crisper and the
cata and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program of trees shake their final leaves.
the Area 1 Agency on Aging, in cooperation with Pictured here is Pongo, a springy and spunky long-
Humboldt State University. For more information, haired love bug. Pongo and all of the kittens waiting to
email vcor@a1aa.org or call (707) 630-5081. find their forever homes have been spayed/neutered, mi-
Photo by Vicky turner cro chipped, and treated for parasites, fleas, and worms.
If you’re interested in visiting our adoptable animals,
please visit our Sunny Brae store at 88 Sunny Brae Cen-
ter between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday through Satur-
day and pick up an application! We also place available
kittens with our awesome pet partners, so be sure to
head over to Humboldt Pet Supply, 145 G St. in Arcata
and The Farm Store, 3956 Jacobs Ave. in Eureka during
their regular store hours to meet them.
For more information about the adoption process,
give us a call at (707) 826-PETS (7387) or email cafadop-
tions@gmail.com.
From pies and cakes to candies and R R U R Join the Humboldt State
breads, North Coast Co-op’s Bakery University Department of Music, director Elisabeth Har-
rington and the students of the Opera Workshop as they
offers special orders on all of our present a 30-minute opera specifically written for young
indulgences. We’re ready to make children called Papagayo. The opera is based on the 1987
this holiday season striking, special children’s book “Papagayo the Mischief Maker” by Ger-
and—most importantly—scrumptious. ald McDermont, and set to music by composer Edward
To order, please call (707) 822-5947 Barnes. There will be two performances on the HSU
campus, on Friday, Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Nov.
3 at 4 p.m. in Fulkerson Recital Hall. Children under
12 are admitted free with a paying adult. Papagayo runs
30 minutes, and features eight singers and one pianist.
Originally created as a puppet opera, the HSU singers
will be on stage throughout the show and costumed as
various animals, including a parrot (Papagayo), butter-
flies, an owl, a snake, a spider and a monkey. Above are
HSU Opera Workshop participants Caitlin Pyle, Helen
Kimber, Liz Whittemore, Samuel Brown, Victor Guerre-
ro and Kyle Macaluso. Not pictured are Haley Rhoualt
and Danielle Finke. The show is very funny, and has a
good message about the power of teamwork, and of be-
lieving in oneself. Tickets are $10 general, $5 for senior
and children. Children under 12 are free with one paying
adult. The event is free for HSU students with ID.