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01 Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)
Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)2023-06-01T12:30:00Bring your easy-to-transport, easy to clean up craft project and join other crafters at this weekly drop-in crafting circle. This is a great opportunity to meet other people and get inspired!
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
02 Friday Afternoons at McKinleyville Library. Drop in to Create Book Art! (in Person)
Friday Afternoons at McKinleyville Library. Drop in to Create Book Art! (in Person)2023-06-02T12:00:00Drop in any Friday afternoon and create your own Book Art. We have a variety of templates available to use. Make a heart, or a flower, or your initials! We have many options to choose from. Most simple designs take about an hour to complete.
McKinleyville Branch Library1606 Pickett RoadMcKinleyvilleCA95519 |
11:00 AM Arcata Library, Lori Dengler Read Aloud, The Extraordinary Voyage of Kamome (in Person)
11:00 AM Arcata Library, Lori Dengler Read Aloud, The Extraordinary Voyage of Kamome (in Person)2023-06-03T11:00:00Kick off the Summer Reading Program with author Lori Dengler and illustrator Amy Uyeki, who will share their children's book, 'The Extraordinary Voyage of Kamome, A Tsunami Boat Comes Home'. Learn about earthquake self-care. Professor Dengler has the facts and knows how to share them so that everyone in the family can know what might happen and be less scared if a disaster does occur. Experts say that children cope better in a disaster when they know there are things they and their family can do to keep safe.
Arcata Branch Library500 7th StreetArcataCA95521 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friends of Arcata Library Book Sale (in Person)
11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friends of Arcata Library Book Sale (in Person)2023-06-03T11:00:00Stop by and explore stacks of books in great reading condition, gathered for you by the Friends of Arcata Library. Make your donation, fill your bag and backpack, and go home happy. Good prices and good reads. Who could resist, when it supports your library?
Arcata Branch Library500 7th StreetArcataCA95521 2:30 PM, Clarke Museum, Spanish Navy in the Pacific Northwest, 1774-1792 A Local History Lecture (Live in Person & Online)
2:30 PM, Clarke Museum, Spanish Navy in the Pacific Northwest, 1774-1792 A Local History Lecture (Live in Person & Online)2023-06-03T14:30:00In the 18th century, Spain was still a mighty imperial power whose navy traveled the globe looking for new territories and trade. Local historian Patti Fleschner details their history in this part of the world and what is known about what happened when they landed here at Tsurai, (Trinidad) in June, 1775.
This Library-sponsored lecture can be attended in person at the Clarke Historical Museum, and may also be watched live on You Tube. 240 E StreetEurekaCA95501 3:30 PM, Fortuna Library Book Club, 'The Housemaid' (in Person)
3:30 PM, Fortuna Library Book Club, 'The Housemaid' (in Person)2023-06-03T15:30:00The Fortuna Library Book Club has selected 'The Housemaid' by Freida McFadden for their June discussion. Published in Fall 2022, The Housemaid is a psychological thriller that is recommended for fans of Ruth Ware and Lisa Jewell. Everyone is welcome to join in the discussion, and you do not have to have finished the book to attend, as long as you don't mind spoilers. After the discussion, we will vote on July's title.
Fortuna Branch Library 753 Fourteenth StreetFortunaCA95540 2:00 PM, New! Garberville Library Chess Club (in Person)
2:00 PM, New! Garberville Library Chess Club (in Person)2023-06-03T14:00:00Anyone who wants to play chess is invited to the first meeting of the Garberville Library chess club. Come in and join the fun.
Garberville Branch Library 715 Cedar StreetGarbervilleCA95542 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friends of McKinleyville Library Annual Book Sale! (in Person)
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Friends of McKinleyville Library Annual Book Sale! (in Person)2023-06-03T10:00:00This is the 3rd Annual Friends of the McKinleyville Library Book sale. The Friends have selected and sorted a wonderful collection of donated books for you. Fill a sack or two at excellent prices and enjoy relaxing moments of reading that day and throughout the summer season!
McKinleyville Branch Library1606 Pickett RoadMcKinleyvilleCA95519 Drop in between 12 Noon & 5:00 PM at McKinleyville Library to Make a Button Pin or Magnet (in Person)
Drop in between 12 Noon & 5:00 PM at McKinleyville Library to Make a Button Pin or Magnet (in Person)2023-06-03T12:00:00Wear your art! It's fun to make your own pin-on button with natural materials that you have gathered yourself, or select from the library's stash of dried leaves, flowers, feathers, and bark. Stop by any time today for a turn with the library's button maker. Or, attach a magnet instead of a pin and dress up your fridge instead of yourself!
McKinleyville Branch Library1606 Pickett RoadMcKinleyvilleCA95519 12:00 Noon to 3:45 PM Trinidad Library's Drop-in 'Build It' Day (in Person)
12:00 Noon to 3:45 PM Trinidad Library's Drop-in 'Build It' Day (in Person)2023-06-03T12:00:00The Trinidad Library is getting out our LEGOs, Duplos, and The Smurfs Mega Bloks for families to play with! Drop in and feel the joy of creative construction in this relaxed, fun family event.
Trinidad Branch Library380 Janis CourtTrinidadCA95570 |
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06 3:30 PM, Trinidad Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)
3:30 PM, Trinidad Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)2023-06-06T15:30:00Learn about new places to explore this summer! Join First 5 Humboldt to celebrate and pick up a free copy of the new book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'. This exciting new book was created to help kids and families get outside to see the natural wonders of Humboldt County with family-friendly hikes.
Trinidad Branch Library380 Janis CourtTrinidadCA95570 |
11:00 AM Arcata Library, Rainbow Art Storytime with Ms. Sue (Outside, in Person)
11:00 AM Arcata Library, Rainbow Art Storytime with Ms. Sue (Outside, in Person)2023-06-07T11:00:00Wear your paint clothes to Ms. Sue’s Rainbow Art Storytime and paint a rainbow with your own beautiful hands on a big banner. Featured titles are 'Beautiful Hands' by Kathryn Otoshi and Bret Baumgarten, and 'Julian is a Mermaid," by Jessica Love.
Arcata Branch Library500 7th StreetArcataCA95521 6:30 PM, On the Same Page Book Club, 'When We Were Birds' by Ayanna Lloyd Banwo (Zoom)
6:30 PM, On the Same Page Book Club, 'When We Were Birds' by Ayanna Lloyd Banwo (Zoom)2023-06-07T18:30:00'When We Were Birds' is a mythic love story set in Trinidad. Ayanna Lloyd Banwo's radiant debut is a masterwork of lush imagination and exuberant storytelling, a spellbinding and hopeful novel about inheritance, loss, and love's seismic power to heal.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)
New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)2023-06-07T14:00:00Do you write for fun? Is your head full of stories you want to tell, about people and places and ideas you want to capture in words? If you are a middle school kid who wants to write, come and meet others who feel the same. Bring a friend, it's free! Write stories and share them, bring your book and work on it, and hang out with other writers.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 5:00-7:00 PM, Eureka Library, LEGO Club for Kids (in Person)
5:00-7:00 PM, Eureka Library, LEGO Club for Kids (in Person)2023-06-07T17:00:00Get your creativity and imagination going with a new build theme each meeting. This free LEGO Club welcomes kids to use the Library's LEGO collection to build on an idea, display what they build, and get creative problem-solving skills while having fun. The club is set up for kids ages 6-12. Please leave your own LEGOs at home (unless you want to donate them as outlined below!)
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
08 6:00 PM, Arcata Library's Banned Book Club, 'Gender Queer' (in Person).
6:00 PM, Arcata Library's Banned Book Club, 'Gender Queer' (in Person).2023-06-08T18:00:00Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe is an autobiographical graphic memoir. It explores Kobabe’s journey with recognizing eir sexuality and identity and feelings of finding where e belong in a binary society. Despite receiving countless awards and praise since its publication, this has been the #1 most banned book for two years running. Come discuss with us why this may be!”
Arcata Branch Library500 7th StreetArcataCA95521 Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)
Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)2023-06-08T12:30:00Bring your easy-to-transport, easy to clean up craft project and join other crafters at this weekly drop-in crafting circle. This is a great opportunity to meet other people and get inspired!
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
09 2:30 PM, Eureka Library's Friday Afternoon Book Group, 'The Heart is a Lonely Hunter' by Carson McCullers (Zoom)
2:30 PM, Eureka Library's Friday Afternoon Book Group, 'The Heart is a Lonely Hunter' by Carson McCullers (Zoom)2023-06-09T14:30:00This month the Friday Afternoon Book Club will be discussing 'The Heart is a Lonely Hunter' by Carson McCullers. The book, about a deaf man named John Singer and the people he encounters in a 1930s mill town in the US state of Georgia, was the debut novel by the American author Carson McCullers; she was 23 at the time of publication.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 Friday Afternoons at McKinleyville Library. Drop in to Create Book Art! (in Person)
Friday Afternoons at McKinleyville Library. Drop in to Create Book Art! (in Person)2023-06-09T12:00:00Drop in any Friday afternoon and create your own Book Art. We have a variety of templates available to use. Make a heart, or a flower, or your initials! We have many options to choose from. Most simple designs take about an hour to complete.
McKinleyville Branch Library1606 Pickett RoadMcKinleyvilleCA95519 |
3:00 PM, Fortuna Library, Hiking Humboldt KIDS Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)
3:00 PM, Fortuna Library, Hiking Humboldt KIDS Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)2023-06-10T15:00:00Learn about new places to explore this summer! Join First 5 Humboldt to celebrate and pick up a free copy of the new book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'. This exciting new book was created to help kids and families get outside to see the natural wonders of Humboldt County with family-friendly hikes.
Fortuna Branch Library 753 14th StreetFortunaCA95540 11:00 AM, Rio Dell Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)
11:00 AM, Rio Dell Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)2023-06-10T11:00:00Learn about new places to explore this summer! Join First 5 Humboldt to celebrate and pick up a free copy of the new book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'. This exciting new book was created to help kids and families get outside to see the natural wonders of Humboldt County with family-friendly hikes.
Rio Dell Library 715 Wildwood Ave.Rio DellCA95562 |
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13 4:00 - 6:00 PM, Garberville Library Yarning Circle (Drop-In, in Person)
4:00 - 6:00 PM, Garberville Library Yarning Circle (Drop-In, in Person)2023-06-13T16:00:00Bring in your project and find support and answers for your difficulties. Led by Eleanor Huber, this group is open to people interested in the fiber arts or needleworking of any kind, be it knitting, crochet, darning, lacework or any textile craft. This group creates magic out of simple thread or yarn. It is open to all age groups and genders. (Don't be a shy guy. Come on in.) Drop by to mingle and work with some very experienced needle workers and enjoy the advantage of others' knowhow.
Garberville Branch Library 715 Cedar StreetGarbervilleCA95542 |
11:00 AM Arcata Library, Juneteenth Ice Cream Social with Ms. Sue & Free Book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'(in Person, Outside)
11:00 AM Arcata Library, Juneteenth Ice Cream Social with Ms. Sue & Free Book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'(in Person, Outside)2023-06-14T10:15:00A story time in honor of Juneteenth, our national holiday marking the day enslaved Black people in Texas learned that they were free at last - a secret kept from them for 900 days. Come with dancing shoes and blankets for an ice cream social and outdoor stories with Ms. Sue. Also get oodles of ideas for family-friendly hikes from local author Rees Hughes' bilingual Spanish-English book, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'.
Arcata Branch Library500 7th StreetArcataCA95521 New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)
New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)2023-06-14T14:00:00Do you write for fun? Is your head full of stories you want to tell, about people and places and ideas you want to capture in words? If you are a middle school kid who wants to write, come and meet others who feel the same. Bring a friend, it's free! Write stories and share them, bring your book and work on it, and hang out with other writers.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 2:30 to 4:30 PM, Fortuna Library Bricks & Blocks Builders' Club (in Person)
2:30 to 4:30 PM, Fortuna Library Bricks & Blocks Builders' Club (in Person)2023-06-14T14:30:00Get your creativity and imagination going with bricks and blocks! This free event welcomes kids to come to the Fortuna Library and use the library's LEGO and Picasso Tile building toys. There are optional themes, but kids can build what they want, display what they build, and get creative problem-solving skills while having fun.
Fortuna Branch Library 753 14th StreetFortunaCA95540 |
Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)
Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)2023-06-15T12:30:00Bring your easy-to-transport, easy to clean up craft project and join other crafters at this weekly drop-in crafting circle. This is a great opportunity to meet other people and get inspired!
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 1:00 PM, Eureka Library Children's Room, Origami Club (in Person)
1:00 PM, Eureka Library Children's Room, Origami Club (in Person)2023-06-15T13:00:00Families are welcome to drop in for simple origami crafts. We have origami paper, instructions, and some know-how. Let's fold, learn, and share together!
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
16 10:30 AM, Eureka Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)
10:30 AM, Eureka Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)2023-06-16T10:30:00Learn about new places to explore this summer! Join First 5 Humboldt to celebrate and pick up a free copy of the new book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'. This exciting new book was created to help kids and families get outside to see the natural wonders of Humboldt County with family-friendly hikes.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
11:00 AM Arcata Library, SunSong Story Time, a Yoga Adventure with Ms. Jessalyn (in Person)
11:00 AM Arcata Library, SunSong Story Time, a Yoga Adventure with Ms. Jessalyn (in Person)2023-06-17T11:00:00This is a special preschool story time with certified yoga instructor and owner of Sunsong Yoga, Jessalyn Delucchi. Ms. Jessalyn blends books, yoga, and music to create balance, build resilience from all stress, and promote overall well-being.
Arcata Branch Library500 7th StreetArcataCA95521 12:00 Noon to 3:45 PM Trinidad Library's Drop-in Family Game Day (in Person)
12:00 Noon to 3:45 PM Trinidad Library's Drop-in Family Game Day (in Person)2023-06-17T12:00:00When you are looking for free family fun, come join us in the library. We have an assortment of board & card games for you to play here or borrow to take home. Some are old, some are new but ALL of them are fun!
Trinidad Branch Library380 Janis CourtTrinidadCA95570 |
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21 New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)
New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)2023-06-21T14:00:00Do you write for fun? Is your head full of stories you want to tell, about people and places and ideas you want to capture in words? If you are a middle school kid who wants to write, come and meet others who feel the same. Bring a friend, it's free! Write stories and share them, bring your book and work on it, and hang out with other writers.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 4:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Dance & Story with Shoshanna (in Person)
4:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Dance & Story with Shoshanna (in Person)2023-06-21T16:00:00Children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers are invited to join Shoshanna in exploring concepts of dance and musicality, trying out basic movement skills, and connecting dance to a story! Siblings are welcome, too. Shoshanna has taught Creative Dance for over twenty years in our community and is delighted to offer these programs to inspire creativity and a love of movement paired with the magic of reading.
Eureka Main Library, Children's Room 1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 5:00-7:00 PM, Eureka Library, LEGO Club for Kids (in Person)
5:00-7:00 PM, Eureka Library, LEGO Club for Kids (in Person)2023-06-21T17:00:00Get your creativity and imagination going with a new build theme each meeting. This free LEGO Club welcomes kids to use the Library's LEGO collection to build on an idea, display what they build, and get creative problem-solving skills while having fun. The club is set up for kids ages 6-12. Please leave your own LEGOs at home (unless you want to donate them as outlined below!)
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
22 Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)
Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)2023-06-22T12:30:00Bring your easy-to-transport, easy to clean up craft project and join other crafters at this weekly drop-in crafting circle. This is a great opportunity to meet other people and get inspired!
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 12:00 Noon, Willow Creek Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)
12:00 Noon, Willow Creek Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)2023-06-22T10:30:00Learn about new places to explore this summer! Join First 5 Humboldt to celebrate and pick up a free copy of the new book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'. This exciting new book was created to help kids and families get outside to see the natural wonders of Humboldt County with family-friendly hikes.
Willow Creek Library Corner of Highways 299 & 96Willow CreekCA95573 |
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24 11:00 AM, Garberville Library, Story Time for Grownups (in Person)
11:00 AM, Garberville Library, Story Time for Grownups (in Person)2023-06-24T11:00:00On the fourth Saturday of each month, Garberville Library offers a new program called Storytime for Grownups. It's set up for people 6o and older, but all adults are welcome. Join us for stories read aloud, a craft project and possibly some movement exercises, if folks are in the mood for them.
Garberville Branch Library 715 Cedar StreetGarbervilleCA95542 10:00 AM, McKinleyville Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)
10:00 AM, McKinleyville Library, 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS' Book Tour (Free Book, in Person)2023-06-24T10:00:00Learn about new places to explore this summer! Join First 5 Humboldt to celebrate and pick up a free copy of the new book 'Hiking Humboldt KIDS'. This exciting new book was created to help kids and families get outside to see the natural wonders of Humboldt County with family-friendly hikes.
McKinleyville Branch Library1606 Pickett RoadMcKinleyvilleCA95519 |
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28 New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)
New! 2:00 PM, Eureka Library, Creative Writing Club (Middle School Ages, in Person)2023-06-28T14:00:00Do you write for fun? Is your head full of stories you want to tell, about people and places and ideas you want to capture in words? If you are a middle school kid who wants to write, come and meet others who feel the same. Bring a friend, it's free! Write stories and share them, bring your book and work on it, and hang out with other writers.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, Eureka Library, Family Board Game Night (in Person)
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, Eureka Library, Family Board Game Night (in Person)2023-06-28T17:00:00Drop in to play games together! Families are welcome to bring their own board games or play the classics that we have in the Children’s Room, including Pictionary, Scrabble, Life, UNO, chess, checkers, Battleship, and lots more. We also have several decks of cards ready to go.
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
29 Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)
Every Thursday, 12:30 PM. Eureka Library's Crafting Circle (In Person, Drop In!)2023-06-29T12:30:00Bring your easy-to-transport, easy to clean up craft project and join other crafters at this weekly drop-in crafting circle. This is a great opportunity to meet other people and get inspired!
Eureka Main Library1313 3rd StreetEurekaCA95501 |
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