Friday, Dec. 13

Got That Craving For Singing Chickens? Set Coordinates For Arcata This Weekend

Birds of a feather in The Valiant Red Rooster

There’s plenty to grab your attention on this Humboldt Friday, from holiday-themed offerings — see Huckleberry Flint‘s winter show or The Nutcracker — to Dead-adjacent jamming from the David Nelson Band. We are truly blessed. 

Up at the Arcata Playhouse, it’s the final weekend for the The Valiant Red Rooster, a musical take on the classic children’s tale. One of the show’s featured featured players, Kitt Mann, recently stopped by KWPT to chat with Chuck Rogers about the show. Cluck along by clicking the audio player below and/or scroll your complete Friday Lowdown farther down. —AG

(AUDIO) The Valiant Red Rooster on KWPT

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Season of Wonder and Light Celebration
Arcata Plaza / 4-7 p.m.
Join us for a celebration on the plaza for pictures with Santa and the Snowflake Queen, a horse-drawn carriage, and more!
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The Nutcracker
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts / 7 p.m.
North Coast Dance’s magical holiday tradition is back, LIVE on stage! Join us for an exciting ballet full of familiar favorites and fresh new twists. This year’s production features a cast of local dancers, and world class guest performers.
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Horse Mountain with the Ladies Club
Carlo Theatre (Dell’Arte) / 7:30-10:30 p.m. / $20 / 21+
“Deeply embedded in their Humboldt Community, Horse Mountain has emerged as a beacon of Americana string band music.”
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Huckleberry Flint Winter Show
The Old Steeple / 7:30-10 p.m. / $36.50
A local band with a penchant for old time and bluegrass but a sound that is better recognized as indie folk rock, Huckleberry Flint has gained a committed fan base since 2003, thanks to their collective mix of originals, reinvented gospel, and traditional and contemporary tunes.
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The Valiant Red Rooster
Arcata Playhouse / 7:30-9 p.m. / $15 / $40 Family / $10 kids
The Valiant Red Rooster returns to the Arcata Playhouse this December for TWO WEEKENDS of fun, laughter, and festive cheer.
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David Nelson Band
Humboldt Brews / 8:30 p.m. / $40 / $35 adv. / 21+
David Nelson, founding member of the New Riders of the Purple Sage and long time musical partner of Jerry Garcia.
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DJ Pachanguero
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 9 p.m. / Free / 21+
Over the years, DJ Pachanguero has built a large following and his bi-monthly Latin Night in the Wave Lounge is a big reason why.
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All Events!

SRCHS Winter Performence
Arcata High School / 5:45 a.m. / $10 / $8 students/children
Six Rivers Charter High School is having our Annual Winter Performance on December 13th!
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King Tides Walk
Ma-le’l Dunes North (Off Young Lane) / 9-11 a.m. / Free
Witness the beauty and energy of the king tides as you explore mesmerizing coastal dune ecosystems.
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Photos with Santa
Humboldt’s Hometown Store / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / $25
The sessions are approximately 15 minutes and are by appointment.
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(CANCELED) Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting
See Event Description / 3-4 p.m. / Free
The Parkinson’s drumming circle will convene to both sing and drum with Christmas and holiday music.
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Carols & Crafts: A Holiday Open House at Sea Goat Farmstand & Makers’ Space!
See Event Description / 4-7 p.m.
Create some spooktacular pottery in our Paint Your Own Pottery Studio! Learn how to use underglaze ceramic transfers to make custom Halloween cups, mugs, plates and more!
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The 47th Annual Winter Arts Faire
Mateel Community Center / 4-9 p.m. / Free
Featuring local handmade crafts, music, food, and activities for the kids, including Santa Claus!
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Fortuna Library Movie Night
Fortuna Library / 5:30-7:45 p.m. / Free
Enjoy a free movie on the library’s big screen! We will be showing a PG film, and popcorn will be provided.
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Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989)
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 6-9 p.m. / $8 / $12 Admission + Poster
“Jason Voorhees is accidentally awakened from his watery grave and ends up stalking a ship full of graduating high-school students headed to Manhattan, New York.”
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Language Exchange Meetup
Richards’ Goat Tavern / 6-8 p.m.
Speak your native language! Teach someone a language!
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Irie Rockerz
Gyppo Ale Mill / 6-8 p.m. / Free
“Irie Rockerz, the Northern California trio, is not just a band; they’re a musical journey that intertwines Reggae, Rock, R&B, and Hip-Hop with the cultural tapestry of Humboldt County and Jamaica.”
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Sparkling Light Spectacular
Humboldt County Fairgrounds / 6-9 p.m. / $3 / $5 Suggested Donation per auto / $3 Suggested Donation for Walkers
The holidays just got BRIGHTER as the Humboldt County Fairgrounds announced its First Annual Driving and Walking Light Tour!
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Savage Henry Comedy Club / 7-8:30 p.m. / Free
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Cal Poly Humboldt Choreography Showcase
Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $8 / $3 Children / Free Cal Poly Students with ID
The Cal Poly Humboldt School of Dance, Music, and Theatre presents Choreography Showcase, directed by Kyleigh Brine and Carrie Walpole.
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Opera Alley Cats
SpeakEasy / 7-10 p.m. / Free / 21+
Long-running Old Town musical institution featuring some of the region’s best jazz players.
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“Seeing the Light” a Concert by the University Singers and Humboldt Chorale
Fulkerson Recital Hall / 7:30 p.m. / $15 / $5 Children / Free Cal Poly Students with ID
The 100+ member strong Humboldt Chorale will wake everyone up with Rise, Shine!, a powerful African American spiritual arranged by Texas-based composer Marques L.A. Garrett.
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Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella
Ferndale Repertory Theatre / 7:30-9:30 p.m. / $18 / $18 General / $16 Student / Senior / $14 10+ Group Tickets
Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium.
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Dry Run 2:Dry Harder
See Event Description / 8 p.m.-midnight / $5 / 21+
Wear your holiday worst and come dry out with LFO Resident DJs.
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Karaoke
See Event Description / 8:30 p.m.-midnight / Free / 21+
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar! Every Friday, North Coast Casino transforms into the ultimate karaoke hotspot.
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Fuego Latinx Party
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 9 p.m.-1:03 a.m. / $10 Presale / 18+
“We blend vibrant sounds and colors: Reggaeton, Cumbia, Dembow, Guaracha, club edits, and remixes.”
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Phonk Crypt: Friday the 13th Edition
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern / 9 p.m. / $5 / $10 sliding scale / 21+
DJ Kreepeeo is back with a very special Friday the 13th edition of Phonk Crypt!
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Karaoke
Central Station / 9 p.m.-1 a.m. / Free / 21+
Every Friday night sing your favorite songs!
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Jack Fischer
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $10
“A transplant from So. Cal. and the scene is lucky to have him!”
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DJ Pachanguero
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 9 p.m. / Free / 21+
Over the years, DJ Pachanguero has built a large following and his bi-monthly Latin Night in the Wave Lounge is a big reason why.
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March of the Trolls, Dance Exorcism
Ocean Grove Lodge / 10 p.m.-2 a.m. / $5 / 21+
Musician from Spain that plays Indian and Arabic inspired music, La Neutra, has created the mixtape ‘March of the Trolls, Dance Exorcism.”
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