At the Main Library in Eureka --

August Programs for Adults

Saturday August 7, 1:30 p.m. - Afternoon with the Author

Barry Evans  -- Field Notes

Local scientist and journalist Barry Evans will talk about his new book Field Notes, based on his weekly science column in the North Coast Journal.   Barry will discuss several of his recent topics, including: our connection to the Neanderthals; the old railroad tunnel that ran immediately north of the library; and “God of the Gaps” (a scientist's problem with 'intelligent design'). He will also address the challenges of making the entertainment of science understandable and accessible.

Saturday August 21, 2:00 p.m.  Afternoon with the Author

Katy Tahja -- Humboldt State University, a photo history

Former local librarian, historian and Humboldt State alumna  Katy Tahja will talk about her new photohistory of Humboldt State University.  Tahja's story of research into the history of HSU through photographs will bring to light many episodes you may not be familiar with in the history of this key element in our local landscape.  Tahja will share photos from the book and even a few of those considered too scandalous to include.

    Katy brings a little bonus just for anyone who loves the Humboldt County Library!  As a former local librarian and bookmobile driver, Katy Tahja will also share some fond memories and funny stories of library history.  As a brand new library school graduate in 1971 she worked in the Carnegie Library in Eureka at a time when the Eureka City Library and Humboldt County Library had just consolidated. Later she opened the Klamath Trinity Branch of the then Eureka Humboldt Library and drove a bookmobile all over the Klamath Trinity area for three years.   And, yes, she's got some old library photos too.

More information about Library Programs:

All library events are free and open to the public.

Unless otherwise noted, all the library events above will take place in Eureka's Main Library meeting room on the first floor, opening off the lobby.  It's the door to your left as you enter the building.   

The Library's programs and services are intended to be accessible to people with disabilities.  Please call if you have specific questions about access, and let us know if you require assistance. 

For more information about accessibility at the Main Library in Eureka, click here.

For further information on adult programs or access, call the Reference Desk at 269-1905.

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