If you grew up with 20/30 Park, you’ll hardly recognize it now. What was once mostly a field of grass and concrete has been transformed into Da’Yas Park (Wiyot for “Where the Cypress Are,” named by public vote after the trees found in the park), a colorful wonderland complete with a giant heron slide, crab climber, seahorse spring rider and swooping swings. The fresh design mixes coastal Humboldt character with plenty of space to play, climb and imagine. To celebrate, the city of Eureka is throwing a Grand Opening party on Saturday, Sept. 13 from noon to 3 p.m. with a ribbon cutting, free ice cream, lawn games, roller hockey demo, scavenger hunt and activities for the whole neighborhood (free).
