Saturday, Nov. 17
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
Jenni & David and the Sweet Soul Band
Arcata Plaza
/ 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
/ Free
Last full market of the main season! Jenni & David and the Sweet Soul Band are a funky, blues band.
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Bear River Fighting Championship VII
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 5-11 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Must be 18+ to attend fights. Ringside table $1,000.
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Ripcord
Redwood Curtain Theatre
/ 7:15 p.m.
/ $17
FINAL WEEKEND. A sunny room on an upper floor is prime real estate in the Bristol Place Senior Living Facility, so when the cantankerous Abby is forced to share her quarters with new-arrival Marilyn, she has no choice but to get rid of the infuriatingly chipper woman by any means necessary.
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25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ $18
/ $16 Students/Seniors
“In this charming and irreverent musical comedy, six awkward and neurotic spelling prodigies give it their all, so that one will be the final victor of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Parental guidance suggested for ages under 13.”
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(CANCELED) Solitary Man
Arcata Playhouse
/ 8-9 p.m.
/ $15
/ $12 Advanced Sale
(UPDATE, 11/15: This show has been canceled.) An engaging two-person play addressing topics of solitary confinement and the unjust treatment prisoners endure during their incarceration. The play revolves around Charlie Hinton’s experiences from his visit to the Pelican Bay State Prison.
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Spiritual
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
“Spiritual’s music transports us to another time, when reggae legends like Bob Marley first took the rebel sound of Jamaica to a worldwide audience.”
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All Events!
The Bandage EP Release Party
The Sanctuary
/ 7-9:30 a.m.
/ $5
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Audubon Field Trip
Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary
/ 8:30-11 a.m.
/ Free
Redwood Region Audubon Society is sponsoring a free public field trip at the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Ferndale Birding Stroll
See Event Description
/ 9-10 a.m.
/ Free
Join Redwood Region Audubon Society leader Alexa DeJoannis, for an easy walk through town, looking for our favorite backyard birds.
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Southern Humboldt Audubon Field Trip
Southern Humboldt Community Park
/ 9 a.m.-noon
/ Free
Join Redwood Region Audubon Society for a birding trip at the Southern Humboldt Community Park in Garberville.
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Drop-In Gymnastics
Arcata Judo Hut
/ 9-9:45 a.m.
/ $5
/ $10 Friday Night Flips
Drop-In Gymnastics for youth, ages 15 months to 4 years.
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Gentle Yoga!
Om Shala Yoga
/ 9:15-10:15 a.m.
/ $9
This class is for all levels and those seeking a practice focusing on stretching, relaxation, and calming of the mind.
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Dune Ecosystem Restoration
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center
/ 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
/ Free
Help restore the dune ecosystem on the Friends of the Dunes property.
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Drop-In Gymnastics
Arcata Judo Hut
/ 10-10:45 a.m.
/ $5
/ $10 Friday Night Flips
Drop-In Gymnastics for youth, ages 15 months to 4 years.
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All Seasons Orchestra
D Street Neighborhood Center
/ 10 a.m.-noon
/ $25
/ $31 non-resident
The Arcata Recreation Division and the All Seasons Orchestra invite you to get involved with this community orchestra. All Season Orchestra, open to all ages, offers seasonal performance opportunities throughout the year which are a pivotal part of this orchestra.
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17th Annual River Lodge Craft Faire
Fortuna River Lodge
/ 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
/ Free
Come check out over 30 local vendors showcasing their handmade goods. Bring the kids to see Santa and stay for lunch!
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Shelter Cove Holiday Boutique
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/ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ Free
Local artists and craftpersons will sell their wares. Great event for holiday shopping with family and friends. Event will also have food and drink for sale, along with live music.
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Creative Escape Holiday Artisans Fair
Portuguese Hall
/ 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
/ Free
We have 34 great local vendors who will be selling their homemade items. We will also have food and snacks available.
Pink n Pop!
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
/ Free
Holiday Artisan Fair
Portuguese Hall
/ 10-7 a.m.
/ Free
Creative Escape’s 3rd Annual Holiday Artisan Fair. A two day event , Shop for hand made gifts.
Wreath Making Class
See Event Description
/ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ $40 Non-Members
/ $30 Members
Join us for this annual wreath-making class. Greenery, ribbon and framework will be provided. Attendees are welcome to bring additional items to add for decoration.
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Storytime
Humboldt County McKinleyville Branch Library
/ 11:30 a.m.-noon
/ Free
Join us at 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays for stories and occasional crafts.
Open Lab
The Sanctuary
/ noon-6 p.m.
/ $5
Open Lab is a time for community access to art-making resources, tools and facilities.
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Put a Ring on It! Jewelry Sale
SCRAP Humboldt
/ noon-4 a.m.
/ Free
If you like it put a ring on it! Find your new favorite ring and other jewelry as you rummage through hundreds of never seen before jewelry and baubles.
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Thank You Story Time
Northtown Books
/ 1-2 p.m.
/ Free
Come down and join us for some stories, snacks, prizes and activities, including a thank you card to fill out for someone special!
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Saturday Speaker Series
Clarke Historical Museum
/ 1-2 p.m.
/ Free
Join us for this free event and learn about the nearly 160-year-long history of the Myrtle Grove Cemetery from Milt Phegley
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‘3-Point Lighting For Video’ with Landy Hardy
Access Humboldt Community Media Center
/ 1-3 p.m.
/ $5
Landy has worked as Cinematographer and Director of Photography for over 39 years. He has 2 Emmys and 6 Tellys to his credit.
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Nature Story Time
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center
/ 2-3 p.m.
/ Free
Join Friends of the Dunes for Nature Story Time. Geared for ages 3-6, Nature Story Time focuses on local wildlife and is paired with a short story, a simple craft project, props and fun movement activities.
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Into the Woods
Eureka High School Auditorium
/ 2 p.m.
/ $12
/ $10 Students
/ Free Children
Virtual Reality
McKinleyville Library
/ 2-5 p.m.
/ Free
The McKinleyville branch of the Humboldt County Library is offering a virtual reality experience every first and third Saturday of the month.
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How Incarceration Impacts Community
See Event Description
/ 3-5 p.m.
/ Free
An opportunity for the general public, along with returned citizens and folks who provide services and support for the formerly incarcerated and their families.
Into the Woods
Eureka High School Auditorium
/ 7 p.m.
/ $12
/ $10 Students
/ Free Children
On The Spot Comedy #19
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $7
“On The Spot is an improv comedy showcase with spontaneous scenes, hilarious games, snappy songs, and fantastic stories all made up on the spot based on audience input.”
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Seffarine
Crescent Elk Auditorium
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $18
/ $15 Transitional-Aged Youth (18-25)
/ $15 Senior (65+)
/ $12 Students (K-College, Full-Time)
Seffarine is an ensemble whose repertoire spans from Moorish Spain to the Sahara.
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Reading of the Letters of Morris Graves with Joan Shirle
The Black Faun Gallery
/ 7 p.m.
/ $5
Dell’Arte’s Joan Schirle conducts the readings, sourced from Graves’ letters and archives, with a cast of Dell’Arte Company members and local actors. This “theatre of place” The event includes dance improvisations by choreographer and DAI faculty member Laura Muñoz.
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Adults Only Skate Night
Eureka Municipal Auditorium
/ 7-10 p.m.
/ $5.25
/ 18+
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Craft Singles: A Cheesy Trivia Night
See Event Description
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Single? Love trivia? Come meet some new friends at Arts & Drafts’ Cheesy Trivia Night!
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Jim Lahman Band
Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, Arcata
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ Free All Ages
Local blues/rock.
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Burlesque, Comedy, and Music
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8-11:59 p.m.
/ $10
/ $8 advance
/ $5 Rafflle Tickets (excludes admission)
/ 18+
Come check out all the flavors of entertainment your community has to offer as well as a wide spectrum of e-juices offered by Big Fish Vapor Lab (21+)
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Jimi Jeff and The Gypsy Band
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 9-11:59 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Rock/blues/funk.
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Money (Pink Floyd Tribute)
Cherae Heights Firewater Lounge
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
The 707 Band
Central Station
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Chronic Vitality
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Chronic Vitality is an exciting rock band that is dedicated to putting on an amazing show and getting the entire audience to get on their feet and dance.
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Butch Escobar
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $10
/ 18+
The East Bay’s iconic Butch Escobar brings his brand of comedy to Savage Henry Comedy Club.
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Pressure/Anya DJs
Pearl Lounge
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ 21+
There will be ass shaking.
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Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY: 12:00, 3:00, 6:05, 9:10
- BOY ERASED: 12:40, 12:40, 3:25, 6:10, 8:50
- DR. SEUSS’ THE GRINCH 2D: 11:45, 12:50, 3:10, 4:15, 5:25, 6:30, 7:40, 8:45
- DR. SEUSS’ THE GRINCH 3D: 2:00
- FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD 2D: 11:40, 1:40, 2:45, 4:50, 5:50, 8:00, 8:55
- FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD 3D: 12:45, 3:55, 7:05
- GIRL IN THE SPIDER’S WEB, THE: 1:10, 4:00, 6:55, 9:40
- INSTANT FAMILY: 11:55, 2:50, 5:40, 8:30
- NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS, THE 2D: 11:50, 2:15, 4:40, 7:00, 9:15
- OVERLORD: 1:00, 3:40, 6:50, 9:30
- WIDOWS: 12:15, 3:15, 6:15, 9:20
Mill Creek Cinema
- BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY: 12:00, 3:00, 6:00, 9:00
- DR. SEUSS’ THE GRINCH 2D: 12:10, 3:20, 6:30, 8:40
- FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD 2D: 12:20, 5:30, 8:30
- FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD 3D: 2:25
- GIRL IN THE SPIDER’S WEB, THE: 1:05, 3:50, 6:35, 9:20
- INSTANT FAMILY: 12:05, 3:05, 5:50, 8:45
- NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS, THE 2D: 11:45, 2:05, 4:30, 6:55, 9:15
- OVERLORD: 1:25, 4:05, 6:45, 9:30
- WIDOWS: 12:15, 3:10, 6:10, 9:10
Minor Theatre
- BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY: 12:00, 3:15, 6:30, 9:45
- CAN YOU EVER FORGIVE ME?: 2:00, 5:30, 8:30
- FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD: 12:30, 3:45, 7:00, 10:15