Wednesday, Dec. 14
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
The City of the Dead (1960)
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6-9 p.m.
Young college student Nan Barlow arrives in the sleepy Massachusetts town of Whitewood to research witchcraft. Nan’s stay at the eerie Raven’s Inn takes a portentous turn when she learns its proprietor Mrs. Newless the reincarnation of a witch burned at the stake in 1692.
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The Nutcracker
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts
/ 7 p.m.
/ $25
North Coast Dance presents their annual holiday tradition. Features guest choreographers Ikolo and Sarah Griffin, a fantastic cast of local dancers, and world class guest performers.
All Events!
Arcata High School Winter Concert
Arcata High School
/ 6:30 a.m.
/ $5
Performances by the ArMack Orchestra, Arcata High School Concert Choir, AHS Madrigal Choir and the Arcata-McKinleyville Jazz Band.
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Shrox Star Trek art
KHUM Radio 104.3/104.7
/ 8:30-8:50 a.m.
/ Free
8:30 hours! That’s when you’ll hear Cliff Berkowitz pose probing queries about Shrox’ fascination with things space and sci-fi! Join us on KHUM 104.3 and 104.7. Try two radios even!
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Arcata Play Center Holiday Pop Up Shop
D Street Neighborhood Center
/ 10 a.m.-noon
/ Free
Trying to do your holiday shopping but just can’t find the time? Arcata Play Center’s Holiday Pop Up Shop is a great opportunity to support local entrepreneurs and check items off your list while your kids play.
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Mobile Outreach in Rio Dell
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Visitors to the bus can be assisted with CalFresh, MediCal, In-Home Supportive Services, Veterans Services and Child Support.
Humboldt Ice Rink
Newburg Park
/ 2-8 p.m.
/ $12
/ $8 children 12 and under
“The rink will be staffed by local community groups, including various school clubs and sporting teams, local service clubs, and more.”
Video Game Days
McKinleyville Library
/ 4-7:30 p.m.
/ Free
If you’ve never played before you’re welcome to come and get help from our friendly volunteers (all ages welcome!).
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Tai Kwon Do
Recreation and Wellness Center, HSU Campus
/ 5-6 p.m.
/ $105
/ $90 HSU Students
Tae Kwon Do increases your cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility while teaching you effective self-defense techniques in realistic situations.
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Aber Miller
Larrupin Cafe
/ 6 p.m.
Local jazz pianist tickles ivories/you.
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Open Mic with Mike Anderson
Old Town Coffee And Chocolates (Old Town)
/ 6:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Usually some singer/guitarists, a couple spoken word guys and then that one wildcard oddity that makes you go “hmm.”
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Handmaiden
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 7 p.m.
/ $8
/ $6.50 matinee
/ 21+
In 1930s Korea, in the period of Japanese occupation, a new girl (Kim Tae-ri) is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress (Kim Min-hee) who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering Uncle (Jo Jin-woong).
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Open Mic
Curley’s Full Circle
/ 7 p.m.
Ferndale gets together and sings for each other.
Ultra Secret Good Guy Organization
SpeakEasy
/ 7 p.m.
/ 21+
Jazz/funk improv for your Wednesdays.
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Droll Weevil
Blondies Food and Drink
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ Free
Rock and Droll!
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DJ D-Funk Dance Party
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9-11:59 p.m.
Come out for the hottest dance tunes and good time at the ol Blue Lake casino.
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Rockstar Karaoke
Brass Rail Bar
/ 9 p.m.
This is the most hardcore karaoke in Humboldt.
Karaoke
Vista Del Mar
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Provided by Lightning Boom productions.
Comedy Open Mic
Palm Lounge at The Eureka Inn
/ 9:30-11 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Free show where local comedians test out new jokes.
Whomp
The Jam
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ $5
/ 21+
Every Wednesday Jambalaya makes with the whompity whomp.
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Rude Lion Sound
Toby and Jacks
/ 10 p.m.
/ 21+
Were you just thinking, “Is there anyplace that has Dancehall Wednesdays?” Here it is!
Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- ALLIED: 12:10, 3:10, 6:05, 9:00
- ARRIVAL: 12:30, 3:15, 5:55, 8:45
- BAD SANTA 2: 4:50, 9:30
- BELIEVE: 6:50
- DOCTOR STRANGE 2D: 12:10, 3:05, 6:00, 8:55
- FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM 2D: 12:15, 3:15, 6:15, 8:15, 9:15
- FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM 3D: 2:30
- HACKSAW RIDGE: 5:40, 8:40
- INCARNATE: 4:30, 9:40
- MISS SLOANE: 11:55, 2:50, 5:50, 8:50
- MOANA 2D: 12:45, 1:55, 3:35, 5:30, 6:25, 9:10
- MOANA 3D: 11:50
- NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION: 2:00, 7:00
- NOCTURNAL ANIMALS: 12:55, 3:45, 6:35, 9:20
- OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY: 1:20, 3:55, 6:30, 9:05
- TROLLS 2D: 1:05, 3:25
Mill Creek Cinema
- ALLIED: 3:25, 6:20, 9:15
- ARRIVAL: 2:50, 5:40, 5:40, 8:25
- BAD SANTA 2: 4:50, 4:50, 7:10, 9:30
- DOCTOR STRANGE 2D: 3:05, 5:50, 8:40
- FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM 2D: 6:10, 9:10, 9:10
- FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM 3D: 3:00
- MISS SLOANE: 3:10, 6:05, 9:00
- MOANA 2D: 3:15, 6:00
- MOANA 3D: 8:45
- OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY: 4:10, 6:45, 9:20
Minor Theatre
- FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM: 2:00, 6:00, 9:15
- MISS SHARON JONES!: 3:30
- MOANA: 3:00, 5:30, 8:30
- MOONLIGHT: 6:15
- PORCO ROSSO: 9:00