Happy weekend, Eureka! In today’s happening-today edition: Lost Coast Brewery for sale, a Juneteenth celebration, and a mural unveiling party + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Local art meets public space: McKinleyville’s community street art project will transform the Hiller Road area June 26-28, with a mural led by local artists Sam Jones and Ben Goulart. Expect traffic control -- see the mural plans.
A brewing legacy changes: Lost Coast Brewery went up for sale Thursday after 36 years in Eureka. Founder Barbara Groom, 80, plans to retire, and says parts of the business could be sold separately -- see the brewery sale details.
Supporting inclusive family spaces: The Rotary Club of Eureka awarded $1,700 to Play Street, supporting inclusive space for Humboldt families. The grant funds a Multi-Sensory Play and Education Center, set to open this summer -- learn about Play Street.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Sneak in a round: Eureka Municipal Golf Course is your no-fuss local spot to breathe a little, groove a few irons, and shake off midweek brain fog on familiar fairways. Text a friend, play nine or keep going, then proudly pretend that silky par was definitely part of the plan.
Shuck-worthy this week: Humboldt Bay Provisions has your raw or broiled oyster fix supervised by local oyster farmer Captain Sebastian, plus snacky tasting plates of local cheeses, meats, breads, and desserts with a beer, wine, cider or kombucha in hand. Old Town comfort, zero fuss, maximum briny joy.
Easy bayfront escape: Need a spot for your rig or a place to stick the in-laws' fifth wheel, Johnny's at the Beach is family-owned since 1948 with full hook-ups, solid Wi‑Fi, coin-op laundry, a mellow marina deck, and pet-friendly access to King Salmon Beach for sunset walks.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🌱 Plant Sale! P & Hayes! 6/20, 9a-2p @ Eureka Sequoia Garden Club | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – The Eureka Sequoia Garden Club pops up at P and Hayes with a neighborhood plant sale, plus the usual 'and more' surprises. Grab hardy starts, a forgiving houseplant, and that shade hero your yard keeps hinting at, then trade tips with locals who label things.
🐟 Saturday Seafood Market @ Madaket Plaza | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – If you've been craving seafood that didn't just cross three freeways to get here, head to the Dockside Market at Madaket Plaza on Saturdays. Seasonal catch straight from Humboldt boats, EBT welcome, and they’ll fillet it while you chat. Go early, it disappears fast.
🩺 Advance Care Workshop @ Hospice of Humboldt | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – This workshop in Eureka tackles the stuff we all avoid, with Hospice of Humboldt’s pros guiding advance care planning. Pick a health care decision-maker, start the hard talks, complete an Advance Directive, and even notarize it if you bring ID. Nothing says love like paperwork.
🖤 Juneteenth @ Halvorsen Park | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Juneteenth in Humboldt means a proper community celebration, music, and a hometown vendor making their big festival debut with crispy fried chicken and soul food. Show up hungry, not fancy. It’s about history, joy, and plates you need two hands for.
🏀 Jim Walker Fair Classic @ Redwood Acres Raceway | Saturday (6/20) at 5:00 PM – Whether you cheered Jim Walker back when carburetors ruled, or love race fuel, Jim Walker Fair Classic at Redwood Acres delivers two 48-lap Late Model showdowns, two $2,000 payouts, plus Bombers, Legends, Jr. Legends, and mini stocks. Race two of the season, tempers warming nicely.
🎨 Moderne Art Mural Unveiling Party @ Eureka Theater | Saturday (6/20) at 5:30 PM – Whether you miss the marquee glow or need a reason to linger, the Moderne Art mural gets its unveiling between the Morris Graves Museum of Art and the Eureka Theater. Meet artist Matthew Oliveri, hear the backstory, and soak up the color, no pretension required.
🕺 Our Millenium Groove @ Arkley Center for the Performing Arts | Sunday (6/21) at 2:00 PM – No Limits is throwing a Sunday nostalgia trip with OMG! Our Millennium Groove, a love letter to turn-of-the-millennium jams. Expect tight choreography, throwback bops that make knees creak, hearts swell, and voices go hoarse. Basically prom, but with better taste and earlier bedtimes. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Eureka report Weather forecastToday — High: 61°F — Low: 51°F — Precip: 1%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. North northwest wind 2 to 10 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. North northwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 62°F — Low: 53°F — Precip: 0%
Patchy fog before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. Northwest wind 0 to 9 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. This house is wildThis 1886 former Jones Prairie School House in Falk brings Humboldt history to life with heart redwood construction, soaring ceilings, and sun-filled interiors. Set on 1.5 acres, the two-bedroom, one-bath home includes a wraparound porch, tranquil pond, fruit trees, garden space, and a spacious barn for storage or workshop projects, plus a new roof.
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