Friday, Dec. 6
Top Events!
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Warm & Fuzzy Clothing Drive
North Coast Co-Op in Eureka
/ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
KSLG along with Betty Kwan Chinn Foundation will be hosting the annual Warm & Fuzzy clothing drive. Bring your new/gently used warm clothing such as jackets, hoodies, sweats etc. Twin size bedding is a high priority this year.
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Humboldt Artisans Crafts & Music Festival
Redwood Acres Fairgrounds
/ 4-9 p.m.
/ $5
/ Free Kids 12 & under, Seniors 65+
The festival features over 100 booths of handmade gifts by North Coast artisans and craftspeople.
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Hospitality Night
Main Street, Ferndale
/ 5-9 p.m.
/ Free
Old-fashioned Christmas magic meets festive holiday street fair at Ferndale’s annual Hospitality Night. Main Street merchants stay open late the first Friday in December to serve up holiday cheer to patrons.
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The Critics, Small Craft Advisory, Snow Removal
Outer Space
/ 7 p.m.
/ $5
Local alt rock heroes The Critics headline a night of bands bands bands.
Andre Nickatina
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 7 p.m.-midnight
/ $45
/ 18+
“A favorite at public venues and on college campuses, Andre Nickatina continues to sustain a loyal fan-base, while engaging new supporters throughout North America.”
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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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The Game’s Afoot by Ken Ludwig
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ $20
/ $18 Seniors/Students
Set in 1936, the play follows Broadway star William Gillette, world-renowned for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes.
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Trace Mountains, Lily Seabird
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9 p.m.
/ $18
/ $15 online presale
/ 21+
“Merging heartland rock with influences from synth-pop and 80s-inspired aesthetics… layered with Benton’s characteristic warmth.” -The Fire Note
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Threshold
Eureka Theater
/ 10 p.m.
/ $35
/ 18+
An unforgettable night of bass and beats with sets by Soohan, Mr. Jennings, Beatkitty and more. With the fabled Basscraft Soundsystem powering the night.
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ARMACK Music Holiday Tree & Wreath Sale
Arcata High School
/ 12:01 a.m.-11:59 p.m.
/ $35
/ $130 Really nice tall trees
/ $65 Really Nice Trees
/ $35 Wreaths
Trees and wreaths.
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AIDS Quilt Panels at Cal Poly Humboldt Library
See Event Description
/ 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
/ Free
Two AIDS Quilt Panels will be displayed at Cal Poly Humboldt Library to commemorate the more than 700,000 U.S. lives lost to AIDS.
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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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WNBA Draft Party
The Summitt
/ 4-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Come Celebrate the Initial Team Selections for the Newest WNBA Team and 13th WNBA Franchise representing San Francisco & the Bay Area!
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Arcata High Artisan Faire
See Event Description
/ 5-7:30 p.m.
/ Free
A variety of handmade, one-of-a-kind items will be for sale including gifts made in our woodshop, laser engraved items made in our Maker Space, fiber arts, art and photography from the Arcata Arts Institute, and so much more!
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Yard Duties
Gyppo Ale Mill
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
Join us at Gyppo Ale Mill for an unforgettable evening with Yard Duties! Dylan and Rosa, both Children’s House alumni, bring their dynamic energy and passion for music to our stage.
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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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Language Exchange Meetup
Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 6-8 p.m.
Speak your native language! Teach someone a language!
December Skate Nights
Eureka Municipal Auditorium
/ 6:30-9 p.m.
Looking for a groovy way to spend your Friday night?
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Eureka Skate Night
Eureka Municipal Auditorium
/ 6:30-9 p.m.
Looking for a groovy way to spend your Friday night?
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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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Humboldt Comedy Competition
Crisp Lounge
/ 7 p.m.
/ $5
/ 18+
Anyone can enter with their best five minutes. A fair voting scheme will assure the best comedian is selected. Prizes for the top three!
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Zach Squared
Septentrio Barrel Room
/ 7 p.m.
/ $10
/ 21+
The two Zachs of Humboldt county funk band Diggin Dirt bring you a rare exposé past their robust masculine exteriors and into their tender hearts with luscious lullabies, jazz and bluesy ballads.
Cal Poly Humboldt Jazz Combos
Fulkerson Recital Hall
/ 7:30 p.m.
/ $15
/ $5 Children
/ Free Cal Poly Students with ID
Bone Broth and the Break Burgers features Raymond Endert, trombone, Michael Caban, guitar, Julian Wan, piano, Andrew Erbach, bass and Nick Howell, drums.
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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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Eureka Symphony’s Messiah Divine Inspiration Concert
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts
/ 7:30-10 p.m.
‘Divine Inspiration’ is an inspired rendition of Georg Friedrich Händel’s Messiah featuring guest soloists Clara Lisle (soprano), Sara Couden (contralto), David Powell (tenor), and Kevin Thompson (bass) along with the Eureka Symphony and Chorus.
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Widdershins CD release party
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8 p.m.-midnight
/ Free
Come celebrate with Widdershins, Thundercloud, and Red Hot Shame Widdershins C.D. release party.
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Safety Corridor
Kaptain’s Quarters
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ Free
Shake that Brass to some Nawlins vibes!
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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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The Craig Woods Band
The Basement
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ $5
/ 21+
Playing Country, Rock and Pop Covers.
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Karaoke
Central Station
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Every Friday night sing your favorite songs!
Latin Night With DJ Pachanguero
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Come dance to the rhythms of salsa, cumbia, and much more. DJ Pachanguero will bring the fuego to Blue Lake.
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Jacki & The Jollies, Northern Blight
Logger Bar
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Get your boogie on.
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Thumb Leader
Trevor Lockwood
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $10
One of Humboldt’s fan favorites headlines a night!
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