Friday, Feb. 14
FRIDAY LOWDOWN: If You Care, Love is in the Air!
Oh, man. It’s actually Valentine’s Day and you’re just now coming here to try and figure out where you can aim your arrow? Not your best effort, but scroll the Lowdown below to get some hint of where Humboldt’s lonely hearts may cluster on this silly holiday. Best of luck.
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
Valentunes
Arcata High School
/ 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
/ $15
Musical Valentines to send to your loved ones friend and colleagues! Valentunes will be delivered in person by ensemble groups from the ARMACK orchestra and AHS MADRIGAL CHOIR.
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One Billion Rising
Arcata Plaza
/ 1 p.m.
The time to get out and rock the Plaza is here again. Join us and the global community to rise up in dance to say no to violence and injustice in our community and around the world.
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Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance!
Fieldbrook Winery
/ 6-10 p.m.
/ $50
Come join us for our Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance at the winery! We’ll be serving dinner and drinks in the main winery building, joined by Claire Bent and Citizen Funk.
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Arts!Arcata
Arcata
/ 6-9 p.m.
Monthly arts walk. Businesses on and around the Plaza stay open late featuring local art and music.
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Valentine’s Day Barn Dance
Arcata Veterans Memorial Building
/ 7-10 p.m.
/ $10
/ $5 members, seniors, students
/ Free Vets & Children 12 and under
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Valentine’s Open Heart Harp Flow
Om Shala Yoga
/ 7:15-9 p.m.
/ $22
Join us for a special celebration of love in all of its beautiful forms on Valentines day! This event will include a restorative and heart opening gentle yoga series, a candlelight metta mediation, live harp music and will be followed by a time to celebrate with tea and sweet treats.
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A Valentine’s Evening of Coastal Country Americana Music
Trinidad Town Hall
/ 7:30-10 p.m.
/ $15
/ 18+
Enjoy listening or dancing to the “The Tidepool High Divers,” featuring Bryce Kenny, Tim Breed, Tom Marquette and Tonio Skweir, with guest violinist Bill Hunter.
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Fun Home
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
/ $18
/ $16 students/seniors
When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life.
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The Killer Queens
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.
/ $20
/ $25 Day of
/ 21+
The world’s only all-female tribute to Queen, The Killer Queens evoke all the glam, sparkle, power, and soaring melodies of Freddie, Brian, John, Roger, and Spike (Queen’s unofficial 5th member) performing onstage in the ’70s and ’80s, while at the height of their musical and commercial dominance.
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The Break Up Song Sing-a-long
Logger Bar
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
It’s ok, let it out. Laugh with members of Eyes Anonymous, Silver Hammer, Röcktöpüs, Miracle Show, the Stallions, 3 Legged Dog and Triple Junction in a fun evening of sad songs in honor of the monument to disappointment, Valentine’s Day.
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Karaoke en Español: Dia del Amor y la Amistad
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
¡Ven a cantar todas tus canciones favoritas en español! Gratis.
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All Events!
Cupcakes for Conservation 2020
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $10
Redwood Coast Chapter of American Association of Zoo Keepers is excited to announce the launch of this year’s Cupcakes for Conservation event!
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Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate Valentine’s Pop Up Shop
Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate
/ 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
/ Free
For two days only Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate will be hosting a Valentine’s Day Pop Up Shop! We will be offering chocolate dipped strawberries, single stem roses & flower bouquets by Blossoms Florist, Chocolate Gift Collections, Cards and MORE!
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Free Community Yoga
Arising Holistic Center
/ 11 a.m.-noon
/ Free
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Valentine’s Day Free Efficiency Kits at RCEA
Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA)
/ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Energy Advisors would *LOVE* to discuss which items would be most useful in your home.
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2020 New Year Exhibition
Redwood Art Association
/ noon-5 p.m.
/ Free
You are invited to enjoy this large art exhibition by Redwood Art Association members. The exhibition is judged with monetary awards. The judge was Tim Clewell, fine art teacher at Arcata High School.
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Donation Meditation
Arising Holistic Center
/ 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m.
/ Free
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50 Minutes of Yoga
Arising Holistic Center
/ 4:15-5:05 p.m.
/ Free
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Valentines Day Dinner
Logger Bar
/ 5-7 p.m.
/ $20
/ 21+
Set menu, $20/plate, prime rib with all the fixings’.
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Valentines Dinner for Two
Eel River Brewing Company
/ 5-11 p.m.
St. Valentine’s Day is nearly here and our Pub’s kitchen is preparing an amazing Dinner for Two menu!
Vegan Valentines & Gluten-Free Ganache
See Event Description
/ 5-8 p.m.
Enjoy vegan and gluten-free entrees and desserts, heart-shaped Wild at Hearth pizzas, and delicious meat, cheese, and vegan appetizer boards, plus beer and wine in the cozy Beachcomber Cafe or in the courtyard with around a warm fire.
Explore ‘A Course in Miracles’
See Event Description
/ 5:15-6:15 p.m.
/ Free
This is a free group but donations are always welcome.
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Explore ‘A Course in Miracles’
Arising Holistic Center
/ 5:15-6:15 p.m.
/ Free
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Self Defense Classes
Humboldt Jiu Jitsu
/ 5:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ $18 Drop in after first two free classes
No Experience Needed. Men & Women. All ages.
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Jenni and David & The Sweet Soul Band
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge
/ 5:30-10 p.m.
Valentine’s Day! Jenni & David and The Sweet Soul Band Jenni and David and the Sweet Soul Band has five seasoned musicians that have played with numerous groups in Humboldt county as well as internationally over the years.
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BEer My Valentine!
Gyppo Ale Mill
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ $85
Forget the candles and flowers! Whether you’re showing how much you appreciate and care for a spouse, a significant other, a grandparent, or even a dear friend, nothing says “I Love You” quite like locally made craft beer paired with a from scratch food made with true passion!
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Visions of the Eel
Plaza Grill
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
Large canvas photographs of views throughout the Eel River will be displayed during Arts! Arcata. Come help us celebrate and share your love for the Eel River this Valentine’s Day.
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Laughy Hour
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 6 p.m.
From 6 to 8 every Friday we do a dollar off most drinks and provide and earlier time to enjoy stand-up.
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Dominic Romano
Arts and Drafts
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ 21+
Join us for a night of acoustic music with Dominic Romano. Grab a drink, make a craft, play a game, and enjoy yourself!
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Arts Arcata-Valentine’s Day
Arising Holistic Center
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
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Blue Lotus Jazz
Larrupin Cafe
/ 6 p.m.
/ Free
Jazz on the patio.
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Artist Residency Showcase
See Event Description
/ 8-9:30 p.m.
/ $10
Visiting from Ithaca New York, Matthew Puleo and Jessie Gray weave electronic ambience and jazzy folk into a tapestry that draws inspiration from the natural world, the political climate and the spiritual realm.
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Love in the Underworld
See Event Description
/ 8 p.m.
/ $15
/ $20 Door Price
/ $12 Students
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Stone Hearts
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Rock on with The Stone Hearts LIVE on the coast!
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DJ Statik
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Come jam out to DJ Statik who will be playing all of your favorite hip-hop & R&B hits in our Thirsty Bear Lounge from 9pm-1am!
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Savage Dating
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ Free
/ 18+
Speed dating with stand up comedy! If you’re lonely on Valentines, come out here and at least laugh.
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Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- 1917: 12:00, 2:55, 5:40, 8:30
- BAD BOYS FOR LIFE: 11:40, 2:40, 5:40, 8:40
- BIRDS OF PREY (AND THE FANTABULOUS EMANCIPATION OF ONE HARLEY QUINN): 11:00, 12:10, 1:40, 3:10, 4:20, 5:50, 7:00, 8:30, 9:45
- DOLITTLE: 12:50, 3:35, 6:10, 8:50
- DOWNHILL: 12:20, 2:40, 5:00, 7:20, 9:40
- FANTASY ISLAND: 11:10, 1:50, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50
- GENTLEMEN, THE: 4:15, 10:00
- GRETEL & HANSEL: 4:00, 9:30
- JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL: 1:00, 6:35
- KNIVES OUT: 3:20, 9:20
- PARASITE (GISAENGCHUNG): 12:15, 6:25
- PHOTOGRAPH, THE: 11:35, 2:30, 5:25, 8:25
- SONIC THE HEDGEHOG: 11:30, 2:00, 4:20, 6:50, 9:20
- STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER (2D): 1:00, 6:50
Mill Creek Cinema
- 1917: 12:20, 3:10, 6:00, 8:50
- BAD BOYS FOR LIFE: 11:40, 2:40, 5:40, 8:40
- BIRDS OF PREY (AND THE FANTABULOUS EMANCIPATION OF ONE HARLEY QUINN): 1:10, 3:55, 6:30, 9:20
- DOLITTLE: 12:00, 2:45, 5:20, 8:00
- DOWNHILL: 12:15, 2:20, 4:25, 6:40, 9:00
- FANTASY ISLAND: 1:30, 4:10, 6:50, 9:30
- GENTLEMEN, THE: 1:20, 6:20
- GRETEL & HANSEL: 4:00, 9:10
- SONIC THE HEDGEHOG: 12:25, 3:10, 5:50, 8:30
Minor Theatre
- $5 FLASHBACK: GREASE (1978): 6:30
- HARLEY QUINN: BIRDS OF PREY: 4:30, 7:15, 10:00
- SONIC THE HEDGEHOG: 3:45, 6:00, 9:00
- WEATHERING WITH YOU: 9:30