Saturday, Feb. 2
SATURDAY LOWDOWN: Running While Wet
Get your sandy hustle on Saturday with the return of the Trinidad to Clam Beach Run, which includes a dampening crossing of Little River (race officials will even carry your shoes for you!). Details on that and other Saturday joys in your Lowdown listings below.
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Trinidad to Clam Beach Run
See Event Description
/ 10:30 a.m.
/ $35
That’s right, it’s that time again for the Trinidad to Clam Beach RUN: The TCBR! Never heard of it? It’s been going on up in Trinidad for over 50 years!
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The Man Who Planted Trees
Arcata Playhouse
/ 2-3 p.m.
/ $15
/ $10 kids 12 and under
“The Arcata Playhouse opens its 2019 Family Fun Series with this multi-sensory theatrical adaptation by Scotland’s Puppet State Theater of Jean Giono’s environmental classic which tells the inspiring story of a shepherd who plants a forest, acorn by acorn, transforming a barren wasteland.”
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Un-Dam the Klamath and Eel Rivers, Update and Fundraiser
Arcata Veterans Memorial Building
/ 6-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ $20 People who can pay
Come out and have a home cooked dinner, fill out comments, and find out how to get involved in the movements to Save the Klamath and Eel River salmon.
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DAZZLE SHJIPS by Benjamin Funke
The Black Faun Gallery
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
The Black Faun Gallery presents “Dazzle Shjips” a continuation of Benjamin Funke’s solo show consisting of drawings, prints, 16mm films, and abstract sculptures.
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Arts Alive
Eureka
/ 6 p.m.
/ Free
Eureka’s monthly stab at getting everyone together! Opening receptions for artists, exhibits, and/or performances.
The Man Who Planted Trees
Arcata Playhouse
/ 7-8 p.m.
/ $15
/ $10 kids 12 and under
“The Arcata Playhouse opens its 2019 Family Fun Series with this multi-sensory theatrical adaptation by Scotland’s Puppet State Theater of Jean Giono’s environmental classic which tells the inspiring story of a shepherd who plants a forest, acorn by acorn, transforming a barren wasteland.”
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This One’s For You: A Tribute to Elton John
Synapsis
/ 8 p.m.
/ $5
/ $10 suggested donation
Please join us for an all-out spectacular tribute to one of the greatest musical legends of our time: Elton John. You’re in for a night of magnificent acts including aerials, dance, hoop dance, poetry and more!
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Taking Steps
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
The Pines is an estate with a lot of history. After all, it’s a former brothel—sorry: a haunted former brothel. But over one madcap evening of abandoned spouses, suicide notes, sleeping pills, and seduction by a ghost, The Pines is going to be unforgettable for an entirely new reason.
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Brandie Posey feat. Tess Barker
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $10
/ 18+
Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, Brandie Posey is a stand up comedian, writer and producer who now calls LA’s comedy scene home.
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Absynth Quartet
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ Free
/ 21+
Absynth Quartet debut at Siren’s Song Tavern!
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All Events!
Arcata Marsh Bird Walk
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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Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider
Center Activities, HSU Campus
/ 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
/ $85
/ $75 HSU Students
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Tracking Workshop with Phil Johnston
HSU Natural History Museum
/ 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
/ $25
/ $20 members
/ $15 seniors and HSU students
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Gentle Yoga
Om Shala Yoga
/ 9:15-10:15 a.m.
/ $10
A slower paced class that makes space for tuning in and cultivating a softening of the breath, body, mind, and heart.
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The Goat Down with DJM
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9:30-2 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
“For over 20 years DJM has practiced the art of DJing.”
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Lanphere Dunes Guided Walk
Lanphere Dunes (HBNWR)
/ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Join Friends of the Dunes naturalist Lisa Hoover for a free guided tour of the Lanphere Dunes Unit of the Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
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Arcata Plaza Winter Farmers’ Market
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/ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
Join us every Saturday on the Arcata Plaza to purchase the freshest gmo-free foods from across the county.
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Trash Bash
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/ 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Spend 90 minutes beautifying Eureka! Come join us in yet another Eureka Trash Bash.
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Recycled Paper Making
SCRAP Humboldt
/ 1-4 p.m.
/ $15
Students will have the opportunity to learn about the art of papermaking through breaking down recycled fibers to create paper pulp, adding color to the paper pulp, as well as creating sheet paper samples to take home.
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Valentine’s Card Making
The MGC
/ 1-3 p.m.
/ $5
All supplies are here!
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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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Dancing Stars of Humboldt Auditions
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts
/ 2-4 p.m.
/ Free
Dancing Stars of Humboldt invites dancers of all ages, dancing all styles, to audition for our 2019 show.
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Sound Bath with Cymatics
SoHum Yoga Studio, Garberville, CA
/ 5-6:30 p.m.
/ $20
Sound can heal by vibrating our Body to a healthier state. It reduces stress and feels amazing.
Trivia Night!
Arts and Drafts
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Love trivia? Love Beer? Come meet some new friends at Arts & Drafts’ Cheesy Trivia Night!
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Band O’ Loko
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room
/ 6-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Surf rock.
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Daniel McCauley
Humboldt Cider Company Tap Room
/ 6-10 p.m.
/ Free
Not only will Dan be showing off his metal art, but also his musical talent! Meet this versatile artist and enjoy the metal and musical art he’ll be sharing.
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Dead Drift, Droll Weevil
The Madrone
/ 6-11 p.m.
Pizza and Beer and Rock and Roll.
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Experience the Sound of Soul!
Eureka Center for Spiritual Living
/ 6-7 p.m.
/ Free
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Shinbone à Deux
North Of 4th
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ 21+
3rd & C Streets | Blues and R & B with ShinBone
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Lovebush
Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, Arcata
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $None All Ages
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The Paula Jones Band
The Historic Eagle House
/ 8-10:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
“One of the more sought-after jazz groups in Humboldt County.”
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Native Gardens
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8-9:30 p.m.
/ $18
/ $16 Students/Seniors
Pablo and Tania have thriving careers and a baby on the way. Frank and Virginia have a prize-winning English garden. Cultures clash and laughs fly when a disputed fence-line blows up into a full blown border war in this hilarious new comedy.
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Grateful Dead Dance Party
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
Its time once again to dance to the grateful dead! Going to be showing a complete show loud through the humbrews system! Lightshow and video hosted by marmalade sky, more details soon!
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Lightning Boom Production DJ
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/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
Come out and dance the night away with DJ music from a wide variety of genres!
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Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- A DOG’S WAY HOME: 12:15, 5:25
- AQUAMAN 2D: 11:35, 2:45, 2:45, 5:55, 5:55, 9:05
- A STAR IS BORN: 2:55, 5:55, 5:55, 8:55, 8:55
- FAVOURITE, THE: 11:45, 11:45, 5:00, 7:50, 7:50
- GLASS: 12:10, 3:10, 6:10, 9:10
- GREEN BOOK: 12:05, 3:00, 6:00, 9:00, 9:00
- KID WHO WOULD BE KING: 12:00, 2:50, 5:45, 8:30
- MARY POPPINS RETURNS: 11:40, 11:40, 2:40, 5:40, 5:40, 8:40, 8:40
- MISS BALA: 1:45, 4:20, 4:20, 6:55, 6:55, 9:30
- RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET 2D: 12:20
- SERENITY: 1:40, 4:15, 6:50, 9:25
- SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE 2D: 2:35, 7:55
- STAN & OLLIE: 2:30
- THE DESTROYER: 12:30, 3:30, 6:25, 9:15
- UPSIDE, THE: 12:35, 3:25, 6:20, 9:20
Mill Creek Cinema
- FAVOURITE, THE: 12:15, 3:05, 5:55, 8:45
- GLASS: 12:10, 3:10, 6:10, 9:10
- GREEN BOOK: 12:05, 3:00, 6:00, 9:00
- KID WHO WOULD BE KING: 12:00, 12:00, 2:50, 5:40, 5:40, 8:25, 8:25
- MARY POPPINS RETURNS: 11:35, 11:35, 2:30, 5:30, 8:30, 8:30
- SERENITY: 1:55, 1:55, 4:30, 4:30, 7:00, 7:00, 9:30, 9:30
- SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE 2D: 11:55, 11:55, 2:40, 5:20, 5:20, 8:10
- UPSIDE, THE: 12:45, 12:45, 3:35, 3:35, 6:30, 6:30, 9:20, 9:20
Minor Theatre
- GLASS: 3:00, 6:10, 9:20
- IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK: 5:30
- MET OPERA: CARMEN: 9:55
- STAN & OLLIE: 5:00
- THE FAVOURITE: 2:30, 8:30
- VICE: 1:45, 7:45