Wednesday, Dec. 10
WEDNESDAY LOWDOWN: Above-Average Humpin’ in Arcata
A couple of cool-ass quartets: Modern Nature (left), Maxwell Friedman Group (right)
Well, well. You have some surprisingly good un-Christmas options for a Wednesday in December this week. Scene-y friends, we will direct your attention to a pair of way hip shows in Arcata headlined by out of town bands:
- Over (?) at Richards’ Goat Tavern, bob your head, tap your foot and/or sip a Negroni to the subdued alt rock of Modern Nature. Sample their sentimental soundscapes in the clip on the left below.
- Up (??) at HumBrews, 21-year-old musical whiz Maxwell Friedman will give Humboldt’s jam heads hope that Gen Z has not completely abandoned 18-minute organ solos. Evidence that such a thing exists can be found in the clip on the right below.
Or you could go watch Gremlins, conceivably. It’s your hump day. Details on all that and more in your Wednesday Lowdown below.
Top Events!
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Sci-Fi Night: Gremlins (1984)
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ $6
/ $10 Admission + Poster
“After receiving an exotic small animal as a Christmas gift, a young man inadvertently breaks three important rules concerning his new pet, which unleashes a horde of malevolently mischievous creatures on a small town.”
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Yet Another Non-Profit Christmas Carol
Mad River Grange
/ 6 p.m.
/ $20
/ $16 students
“A board meeting for the financially-challenged National Theatre of the Woods is caused awry when members are trapped in the local grange after the town bridge collapses due to tumultuous weather.”
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James Zeller: Let us Play Among The Stars!
Arcata Playhouse
/ 6:30-8 p.m.
/ $10
/ $30 sliding scale
/ $20 (dinner minimum)
“Accompanying himself on piano and guitar, James will dig into his extensive knowledge of American popular song of all genres to present favorite classics and some lesser known (soon to become (your) favorite) gems.”
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Modern Nature, Brigid Dawson & The Mothers Network
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 7:30-10:30 p.m.
/ $15
/ 21+
“Their music explores collectivism, our relationship with the natural world, and the weight of consciousness and their latest album ‘The Heat Warps’ was released this year on Bella Union Records.”
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Maxwell Friedman Group
Humboldt Brews
/ 8:30 p.m.
/ $20
/ $15 Advance
/ 21+
21 year old is truly the future of modern keyboard wizardry having already appeared onstage numerous times with legendary artists.
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All Events!
Kettlebell Class
See Event Description
/ 6:30-7:15 a.m.
/ $10
Class includes a dynamic warm up, kettlebell conditioning, and a cooldown.
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Fire Arts Center Gallery Show
Fire Arts Center
/ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fire Arts Gallery features works from our staff and board members during November and December.
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Pints for Non-Profits
Six Rivers Brewery
/ noon-8 p.m.
All proceeds go towards helping offset the cost of spay/neuters & provide financial assistance to pets in our Wellness Program!
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Senior Ballet (65+) Classes!
Trillium Dance Studio
/ 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
/ $16
/ 18+
A ballet class specifically designed for older adults, focusing on gentle ballet movements that improve flexibility, balance, strength & coordination, with low-impact modifications to fit the needs of each student.
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Happy Hour w/ Good!
Venicia Italian Restaurant
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ Free
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Mobility for Strength
See Event Description
/ 5:30-6:15 p.m.
/ $10
This class is all about increasing your joints’ strength in various ranges of motion.
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Solar Savings Seminar
Six Rivers Solar
/ 5:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Six Rivers Solar is hosting an informational Mixer For local business and commercial property owners to learn more about how solar can be a great investment for your business.
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Pints for Non-Profits
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
This month we will be raising money for local organization Humboldt Domestic Violence Services!
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Line Dancing
The Historic Eagle House
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ $10
Come and have some fun learning line dancing with Contessa.
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Open Mic Night
Kaptain’s Quarters
/ 7 p.m.
/ Free
Come one, come all to showcase your talents on the stage at Kaptain’s Quarters!
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Adult Heels Classes
Trillium Dance Studio
/ 7:30-8:30 p.m.
/ $16
/ 18+
Our Heels class is a mixed-level Jazz fusion class designed to help new and returning dancers develop balance, coordination, and fluidity while feeling comfortable and empowered in heels.
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Wednesday Open Mikey
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ Free
Hosted by Jeff Diehl.
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Karaoke
Central Station
/ 8-11:59 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
They will allow you to sing here.
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