Mill Creek Theater Closes, Arcata Theater Lounge Opens

by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on July 10, 2020 at 9:24AM

Last week, in accordance with county reopening steps, Coming Attractions Theaters announced it was opening its doors at its Broadway and Mill Creek locations, while Arcata Theater Lounge's website declared it would remain closed. A week later, Mill Creek has shuttered and the ATL is showing vintage sci-fi and animated features.

Sequoia Park Zoo Reopens with Online Reservations

by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on July 2, 2020 at 7:06PM

The red pandas will not be the only ones in masks at the Sequoia Park Zoo starting July 7. Visitors will need to make reservations online, which is meant to limit crowds, and wear masks on the premises.

Eureka's Clarke Historical Museum to Reopen July 8

by Ashley Harrell on July 1, 2020 at 2:20PM

Humboldt County's distinguished history will be back on display at the Clarke Museum starting July 8. Tucked into the Bank of Eureka within the city's Old Town, the museum features exhibits on Native American art ans cultures, the Gold Rush and the county's lumber, agricultural and fishing industries.

Morris Graves Museum of Art to Reopen July 22

by Ashley Harrell on July 1, 2020 at 12:30PM

"At this extraordinary moment in time, we believe that the need for art has never been greater," a press release from Humboldt Arts Council, owner and operator of the Morris Graves Museum of Art, states. "We believe in its ability to lift people up, and to give them hope, comfort and strength."

Humboldt Geographic Facebook Group Offers Risk-Free Adventures, Beauty

by Ashley Harrell on June 24, 2020 at 11:12AM

Kelley has continued putting up new posts nearly every day. His main goal for the group is to share the ecological diversity of Humboldt, he said, and to connect people with interesting tidbits of information: the names of flowers, the reasons invasive species arrived, the geology that created the area and so forth.

Dell’Arte to Operate at Reduced Capacity Over the Summer

by Kali Cozyris on June 11, 2020 at 4:04PM

Dell’Arte International announced Wednesday that due to the impact of COVID-19 and the cancelations of the school's Mad River Festival, Summer Intensive and other events, it will be operating at a reduced capacity over the summer in an effort to remain financially viable. In a press release from the school, Managing Director Alyssa Hughlett says, “We hope that by dimming our lights these next few months we’ll be in a stronger position to welcome our students and community back to our studios, stages and all the spaces that have come to signify Dell’Arte.” The release states the school is not ceasing operations entirely and will be offering summer workshops over digital platforms.

The Mateel Presents Summer Arts Video Tribute on YouTube

by Kali Cozyris on June 7, 2020 at 5:09PM

Missing the Summer Arts and Music Festival this year? You're not alone.

The Logger Bar is Up for Sale

by Ashley Harrell on June 5, 2020 at 11:53AM

See What's New at the Clarke Museum ... Virtually

by Kali Cozyris on May 31, 2020 at 5:14PM

The Clarke Museum is closed due to COVID-19, but lovers of local stories, artifacts and history can still step inside the museum virtually. Visitors to the museum's website can explore the museum's permanent collections and current exhibits  such as — “Immigration Expulsion Homecoming: The Legacy of the Chinese Expulsion in Humboldt County” in the Main Hall and “Women's Ceremonial Dresses: From Long Ago to Today” and “When Designs Escaped Baskets” in Nealis Hall — through photos and descriptions.

Dell'Arte-Wiyot Rural Residency in Place

by Kali Cozyris on May 17, 2020 at 5:34PM

Dell'Arte International's rural residency program has adapted itself for the times. The 10-day program normally sees Dell’Arte students living and camping in a rural community, engaging in a cultural and artistic exchange with residents.