Saturday May 4, 1:00 p.m.  --  Humboldt County Historical Society Lecture Series
More Adventures on Humboldt Bay
Tugboat operator and master mariner Leroy Zerlang returns with more stories of his adventures on Humboldt Bay.  If you heard him at the Historical Society Annual Luncheon in February, you know that he is a great storyteller.  Shipwrecks and salvages, bringing all kinds of boats, from log barges to cruise ships, across the dangerous bay entrance - Zerlang will regale us with these stories and more.   Sometimes these lecture programs fill up, but tickets (free) are available at the door beginning at noon on the day of the program.  If the program fills, it is usually possible to hold a second program at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday May 25:  LIBRARY CLOSED
The Eureka Main Library and all branch libraries will be closed in honor of Memorial Day.

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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.

The VITA Program offers FREE Tax Preparation!  

Now, more than ever, you deserve to keep your money and get every tax break you are entitled to.  VITA offers you free tax preparation.  There are two options:  self-help to file online, or a one-to-one appointment with a certified VITA tax preparer who will eFile your taxes for you using the information you bring.

One-to-one help from certified VITA tax preparers:  

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, sponsored by the Redwood Community Action Agency, is once again providing free tax preparation for low-to-moderate income individuals and families throughout Humboldt and Del Norte Counties.  To qualify for FREE tax preparation, your 2012 household income must be less than $50,000.  Taxpayers do not need to be U.S. citizens to use the VITA tax help.  You can get your refund fast!  Ask us about direct deposit.  Our IRS-Certified Tax Specialists will ensure you receive the largest possible refund.   If you have a high income or certain kinds of complex tax issues, you may not qualify for VITA help, but you can call and find out.

This free tax help is by appointment only.  Call (707) 441-1001 TODAY to make an appointment!  Appointments are available at three Humboldt County libraries and at many other community locations in Humboldt and Del Norte.  

EUREKA MAIN LIBRARY:  VITA tax help is every Wednesday evening from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. starting January 23rd.  Call (707) 441-1001 for an appointment.

ARCATA BRANCH LIBRARY: VITA help days at the Arcata Branch Library are Tuesday February 26 and Thursday March 7th. Call (707) 441-1001 for an appointment.

FORTUNA BRANCH LIBRARY:  VITA help days at the Fortuna Branch Library are Saturday February 23rd, Thursday March 14th, and Wednesday April 3rd. Call (707) 441-1001 for an appointment. 

TAXAPALOOZA JANUARY 26:  No appointment necessary!  bring all your paperwork and get your taxes done on the spot by certified VITA volunteer tax preparers.  January 26th from  11:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Eureka High School in the  Information Technology Building, Room 101.  

To be eligible for FREE tax help, your 2012 income must be less than $50,000.   Please be sure to bring the following documents with you: All your income documents, State or Federally issued photo ID for taxpayer(s). Social Security Card for every person on return. Date of birth for every person on return. Child and dependent care expense information if any. Landlord information for Renter’s Credit. Routing and bank account numbers if you want direct deposit.   Please note: some financial situations are not eligible to be served by the VITA Program such as married-filing-separate returns, persons with rental income, certain self-employed persons, bankruptcies, foreclosures, etc. 

    

My Free Taxes:  use free VITA software and expert help to eFile your taxes yourself.  

Just need a little help, and want to eFile for free?  The VITA program at the libraries will also be providing self-help tax services through "MyFreeTaxes", in which you can use the VITA Program's tax software to prepare your own taxes.  With this service, an IRS-certified tax specialist is available to assist you and review your tax forms as needed.  If interested in self-assistance tax services, please call the VITA Program Coordinator at 707-269-2016.