Thursday, April 18
THURSDAY LOWDOWN: Do You Need Country Rap in Your Life?
Big name country rapper Big Smo will drop some redneck rhymes at the Bear River Casino on Thursday, April 18 as part of what’s being billed as a “Pre-4/20 Hip Hop Concert” — Humboldt starts extra early, OK?
Details on that and more in your Thursday Lowdown below.
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
Godwit Days 2019
Humboldt County
/ 6:30 a.m.
Come celebrate the Marbled Godwit and explore the lush Redwood Coast. Observe many bird species and wildlife through our selection of field trips, lectures, workshops, and boat excursions led by experienced local guides during our annual week-long festival each April.
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New Origin Release: Guest Speaker Emily Stone
Dick Taylor Chocolate Factory
/ 7-8:30 p.m.
/ $28
Come join us at the Dick Taylor Chocolate factory to hear about the impact cacao has had on the Arhuacos People of Northern Colombia.
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Science on Screen: Tremors and Shaky Ground
Eureka Theater
/ 7-10 p.m.
/ $5
Earthquake expert Dr. Lori Dengler explains our vibrating Earth, its subsurface structure, the geological importance of the area in which Tremors was filmed, and “some of the fantastic things we’ve learned that are even more amazing than science fiction.”
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Humboldt Times Presents: Pre 4/20 Hip-Hop Concert!
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 8-11:30 p.m.
/ $15
/ $20 at the Door
/ 18+
The concert will feature BIG SMO — Billboard Charting Artist & Reality TV Star, UNDERRATED & GARTH VADER (who are also doing a CD Release Party that night).
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Los Rakas
The Jam
/ 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
/ $15
/ 21+
Los Rakas is comprised of cousins Raka Rich & Raka Dun, pioneering Panamanians by way of the Bay Area on the frontier of a new Latin urban sound.
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All Events!
Enrolling now for Adult Ceramic Classes through Arcata Recreation
Arcata Community Center
/ 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $70
/ $81 non-resident
/ $5 Material Fee for All
/ 18+
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Farm Shares
Bayside Park Farm & Garden
/ 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $450
It’s time to secure your Summer Farm Share. The City of Arcata Parks and Recreation offers Farm Shares grown at Bayside Park Farm.
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Soroptimist Presents: Chris Cook, Murder Mountain
Red Lion Hotel
/ noon-1 p.m.
/ $16
/ 18+
Chris Cook, of Cook & Associates Private Investigations, will discuss the documentary, Murder Mountain. Presented by Soroptimist International of Eureka, this lecture will include lunch.
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Free Sketchbook Workshop
See Event Description
/ 5-6 p.m.
/ Free
/ $20 sliding scale donation
/ $5 sliding scale donation
This free sketchbook workshop focuses on a different technique each month.
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Girl Scouts Signups
See Event Description
/ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
/ Free
Is your G.I.R.L. (Go-Getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader) ready to join the nation’s largest leadership development organization for girls?
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Girl Scout troops now forming!
See Event Description
/ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
/ Free
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Tristan Norton
Humboldt Cider Company Tap Room
/ 5:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
With him, Tristan brings laid back sound with clear musical talent.
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Third Fridays at the Creamery District
Arcata Creamery District
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
Check out the shops and studios staying open late tonight!
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Three Part Wellness Series
Foodwise Kitchen
/ 6-7:30 p.m.
/ $90
/ $40 individual class
Learn Ayurvedic self care tools and supportive nutrition tips.
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Humboldt Cribbage Club
Moose Lodge
/ 6:15 p.m.
/ $8
Muggins! Get your weekly crib on.
Seabury Gould and Evan Morden
Gallagher’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
/ 6:30 p.m.
Irish/Celtic music.
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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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Poppo & Baloney and the Dream Circus
The Sanctuary
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $10
/ Free Kids 12 and under
“Poppo & Baloney and the Dream Circus” follows the adventures of a young boy named Poppo and his imaginary turtle friend Baloney. The story is told by a multidimensional cast of puppets, dancers, and live musicians.
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Laidback Lounge
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge
/ 7:30 p.m.
Fraktal Productions and The Historic Eagle House present Laidback Lounge every Thursday featuring local DJs playing jazz, soul, funk, Latin and more.
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The Lost Dogs
Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, Arcata
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ Free All Ages
Local classic rock band.
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The Lost Dogs
Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, Arcata
/ 8-11 p.m.
Come out and dance to local Blues and R&B band, The Lost Dogs!
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GOAT Karaoke 🎤🐐🎵
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free 21+
Sing!
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Party Secrets
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $5
/ 18+
Evan Vest’s stand-up comedy showcase featuring local and touring comedians.
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Latin Nights
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ 21+
Sonido Pachanguero knows what it takes to get you out on the dance floor moving.
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Rude Lion Sound
Sidelines
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ 21+
Hip hop krunkage for your butt.
Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- AFTER: 12:45, 3:25, 6:00, 8:35
- BREAKTHROUGH: 11:55, 2:40, 5:25, 8:10
- CAPTAIN MARVEL 2D: 11:30, 2:30, 5:30, 8:30
- CURSE OF LA LLORONA, THE: 8:00
- DUMBO: 11:40, 2:25, 5:15, 8:00
- FIVE FEET APART: 12:00, 5:35
- HELLBOY: 12:35, 3:35, 6:20, 9:10
- LITTLE: 12:55, 3:40, 6:15, 8:55
- MISSING LINK 2D: 11:35, 1:50, 4:10, 6:25, 8:40
- PENGUINS: 12:30, 2:35, 4:35, 6:40, 8:35
- PET SEMATARY: 1:55, 4:30, 7:00, 9:30
- SHAZAM! 2D: 11:45, 2:45, 5:45, 8:45
- UNPLANNED: 2:55
- US: 1:05, 3:50, 6:35, 9:20
Mill Creek Cinema
- AFTER: 3:35, 6:15, 8:55
- CAPTAIN MARVEL 2D: 2:50, 5:50, 8:50
- DUMBO: 3:25, 6:10, 8:50
- HELLBOY: 3:40, 6:20, 9:10
- MISSING LINK 2D: 4:10, 6:30
- MISSING LINK 3D: 8:45
- PET SEMATARY: 4:35, 7:05, 9:30
- SHAZAM! 2D: 4:30, 6:00, 7:30, 9:00
- SHAZAM! 3D: 3:00
Minor Theatre
- HELLBOY: 2:30, 5:00, 9:30
- SHAZAM!: 3:20, 5:30, 8:00
- US: 2:00, 6:30, 8:45