Friday, Jan. 19
(VIDEO) The Eel River Faces an Uncertain Future
After decades of abuse and mismanagement at the hands of some of northern California’s largest industries, what does the future look like for the Eel River?
That is the question at the center of A River’s Last Chance, fisherman-turned-filmmaker Shane Anderson’s award-winning documentary which receives its Humboldt County premiere Friday night at the Eureka Theater. Anderson took nearly four years to shoot the film which features interviews with numerous local environmental experts and stakeholders.
Anderson will take questions after Friday night’s screening. Proceeds from the event will benefit the film’s further distribution and to raise awareness about the Eel’s plight.
More details on Friday’s screening and other Friday night events in your Lowdown listings below. —AG
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
Outer Space 1-Year Celebration
Outer Space
/ 7-10 p.m.
/ $6
Featuring Trust Fall and Squill on tour from Olympia, WA, La Mancha and Grocery Outlit from Arcata.
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‘A River’s Last Chance’
Eureka Theater
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $15
“A story of salmon, timber, weed, and, wine along California’s Eel River. After the showing there will be a Q&A with filmmakers and cast.”
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WCA Jazz Night
Westhaven Center for the Arts
/ 7-9 p.m.
Third Friday Jazz: hosted by the RLA Trio, brings back trumpeter Nicholas Dominic Talvola. Nick was born and raised in Arcata, California and left for Spain at the age of 20. He currently tours Europe with The Johnny Freelance Experience.
King Lear
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $16
/ $14 Students/Seniors
Tired of ruling, King Lear divides his empire among his daughters, setting the stage for an epic tale of unchecked ambition, deceit, war and madness. Filled with stunning imagery, subtle word play, and heart-wrenching moments, King Lear is regularly ranked by scholars as one of Shakespeare’s finest
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Rag Doll Revue: The Legends Show
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
/ $13
/ $10 adv.
Join Rag Doll Revue for our first show of 2018 by paying tribute to legendary performers we’ve lost over the years. Amy Winehouse. Robin Williams. Merle Haggard and more.
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All Events!
Salsa Lesson and Social Dance
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio
/ 6-7:30 a.m.
/ $7
/ 18+
We offer salsa dance lessons for everyone from no experience to very experienced. No partner required, but be prepared to meet people!
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Introduction to Indoor Climbing
HSU Student Recreation Center
/ 10 a.m.-noon
/ $18
/ $10 HSU Students
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Getting started with Girl Scouts
Northtown Coffee
/ 10:30 a.m.-midnight
/ Free
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Meet the Maker, A Winter Wine Pairing
The Historic Eagle House
/ 6-9 p.m.
Meet the Maker, A Winter Wine Pairing Dinner with Chef Brett Shuler & Winemaker John Cabot of Cabot Vineyards, in the private upstairs dining room in the Historic Eagle House.
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Blue Lotus Jazz
Larrupin Cafe
/ 6 p.m.
/ Free
Jazz on the patio.
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Cadillac Ranch
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room
/ 6-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Country rock.
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McKinleyville Arts Night
McKinleyville Business Dist.
/ 6-8 p.m.
Celebration of arts, food and fun in McKinleyville held the third Friday of each month.
Eureka MOPs Quarter Craze
Humboldt Grange
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
/ $8 Dinner
/ 18+
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Friday Night Magic Draft
Nugames Eureka
/ 7-10 p.m.
Come and show off your deckbuilding abilities in our FNM draft event! If you love opening boosters draft is the format for you!
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Run, Hide, Repeat
Arcata High School
/ 7-8 p.m.
/ $10
/ $8 Senior
/ $5 Student (w/valid ID)
The Arcata Arts Institute (AAI), in collaboration with Dell’Arte International, brings you their first production of 2018.
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Friday Night Magic Draft
Nugames Eureka
/ 7-10 p.m.
Come and show off your deckbuilding abilities in our FNM draft event!
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Friday Night Magic Draft
Nugames Eureka
/ 7-10 p.m.
Come and show off your deckbuilding abilities in our FNM draft event!
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Ghost Program
SpeakEasy
/ 8:30 p.m.
/ 21+
Gettin’ down in Opera Alley.
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Orjazzmic with Claire Bent
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 8:30-11 p.m.
/ Free
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Friday Night Function
Club Expression at The Tip Top
/ 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Friday Night Function
Club Expression at The Tip Top
/ 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Friday Night Function
Club Expression at The Tip Top
/ 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
/ 21+
With DJ Gabe Pressure and friends.
Friday Night Function
Club Expression at The Tip Top
/ 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
The Undercovers
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
The Undercovers bring you all of your favorite rock and dance songs from the 70s, 80s, 90s, 2k, and today.
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Mojo Rockers
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
“The Mojo Rockers play a mix of Blues, Classic Rock, and Funk. Come rock out with us in the Thirsty Bear Lounge!”
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Standup Comedy
Palm Lounge at The Eureka Inn
/ 9 p.m.
/ $5
“Come out and see are wonderful local comics Laurel Pear, and Jeff Ward open for Humboldts God Father of Comedy Nando Molina! Hosted by William Toblerone!”
Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- 12 STRONG: 12:20, 3:20, 6:20, 9:15
- COMMUTER, THE: 1:35, 4:10, 6:45, 9:20
- DEN OF THIEVES: 11:50, 2:55, 6:00, 9:05
- GREATEST SHOWMAN, THE: 12:50, 3:30, 6:10, 8:45
- INSIDIOUS: THE LAST KEY: 1:55, 4:30, 7:05, 9:35
- JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE 2D: 11:50, 6:00, 9:10
- JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE 3D: 3:15
- MOLLY’S GAME: 2:20, 7:55
- PADDINGTON 2: 12:25, 3:00, 5:35, 5:35, 8:10
- PHANTOM THREAD: 11:40, 2:35, 5:40, 5:40, 8:40
- PITCH PERFECT 3: 12:00, 5:30, 5:30
- POST, THE: 12:40, 3:25, 6:15, 9:00
- SHAPE OF WATER: 11:45, 2:40, 2:40, 5:35, 8:30, 8:30
- STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI 2D: 11:55, 11:55, 2:40, 2:40, 5:55, 5:55, 8:50
Mill Creek Cinema
- 12 STRONG: 12:20, 3:20, 6:20, 9:20
- COMMUTER, THE: 1:45, 4:20, 6:55, 9:30
- DEN OF THIEVES: 11:55, 3:00, 6:05, 9:05
- JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE 2D: 11:50, 3:00, 5:50, 9:10
- MOLLY’S GAME: 11:50, 2:55, 6:00, 9:05
- PADDINGTON 2: 12:25, 3:05, 5:35, 8:10
- POST, THE: 12:30, 3:15, 6:05, 8:50
- STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI 2D: 11:45, 5:55, 8:40
- STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI 3D: 2:40
Minor Theatre
- PHANTOM THREAD: 2:30, 5:30, 8:30
- THE POST: 2:00, 5:00, 8:00
- THE SHAPE OF WATER: 3:00, 6:00, 9:00