Humboldt Democracy Connections hosts the Defend Democracy Fair on Sunday, Sept. 14, from noon to 4 p.m. at Madaket Plaza (free). This public gathering brings together local representatives, activist organizations and community members committed to resisting fascism and strengthening democracy. Highlights include a Know Your Rights street theater presentation by Centro del Pueblo, performances by […]
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Photos from the Lantern Floating Ceremony
A large crowd attended the 37th annual Lantern Floating Ceremony at the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary on Saturday evening under clear skies. A gentle breeze helped push a few hundred lanterns that had been created earlier that morning on the Arcata Plaza out across Klopp Lake. The original Japanese ceremony uses floating lanterns to […]