Thursday, Feb. 27

THURSDAY LOWDOWN: The Lost Coast Film Festival Comes to a Close
For the last three weeks, aspiring local filmmakers have peddled their visual wares for the ravenous and discerning cinemaphiles of Shelter Cove. All things must end. Thus, this week at Gyppo Ale Mill, we learn who will reign supreme in the inaugural Lost Coast Film Festival. Are you not entertained?
More info on that and other Thursday distractions in your Lowdown listings below. -AG
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)

Lost Coast Film Festival
Gyppo Ale Mill
/ 7 p.m.
Grand finale of the month-long festival will feature the weekly winners competing for the ultimate prize.
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All Events!

Smile Drive for Humboldt County Kids
See Event Description
/ midnight
Individuals and organizations are invited to take part in Humboldt County Dental Advisory Group’s 2nd Annual Smile Drive between now and the end of March.
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Zumba Gold with Renee!
Adorni Center
/ 9-10 a.m.
/ $7 Drop-In
/ $4 Seniors
/ Free Members
This class offers a slower style Zumba experience. Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a one of a kind experience.
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Silver Sneakers Yoga with Renee!
Adorni Center
/ 10-11 a.m.
/ $7 Drop-In
/ $4 Seniors
/ Free Members
Move through seated and standing yoga poses to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion.
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Meet Your Body Movement Class
HLOC’s The Space
/ 10-11 a.m.
/ $10
Do you have pain, discomfort, or limited mobility? Discover how your body’s habits are affecting your daily movements.
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On the Move Group Physical Therapy Exercise Class
HLOC’s The Space
/ 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
/ $10
On the Move was developed by physical therapists at the University of Pittsburgh.
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Warrior Strength
Adorni Center
/ 12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
/ $7 Drop-In
/ $4 Seniors
/ Free Members
WARRIOR Strength is a 60-minute class comprising two 30-minute sections.
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Line Dancing Class
HLOC’s The Space
/ 1:30-2:30 p.m.
/ $10
Exercise your body and brain at the same time. Let’s have fun learning the basic steps of line dancing. There’ll be a little bit of country and old favorites to get you going.
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Self-Defense for Seniors!
Adorni Center
/ 1:30-2:30 p.m.
/ $7 Drop-In
/ $4 Seniors
/ Free Members
Self-Defense for Seniors class is designed to combine traditional martial arts movements with gentle warm- ups and stretches.
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Formal Dress Swap
See Event Description
/ 3-6 p.m.
Bring in your gently used dresses and/or pick up a new one for free!
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Live Music Happy Hour w/ Good!
Venicia Italian Restaurant
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ Free
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Teen Court New Volunteer Training
Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods
/ 4:15-6:15 p.m.
Humboldt County Teen Court (a program of the Boys & Girls Club) is hosting a training for new teen volunteers in grades 8-12th.
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Out 4 Business
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge
/ 5-7 p.m.
/ 21+
An LGBTQ+ Professionals Networking Mixer held the last Thursday of every month providing an open and welcoming environment for all people of the LGBTQ+ community as well as friends, allies, and business professionals who value diversity and inclusivity.
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Careers in Health Speaker Series
Cal Poly Humboldt
/ 5:30-7 p.m.
/ Free
Local experts are coming together to share their professional experiences and career paths to inspire a new generation of health professionals on the North Coast.
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Camp Chizzel!
Adorni Center
/ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
/ $7 Drop-In
/ $4 Seniors
/ Free Members
Class incorporates dumbbells, medicine balls, kettle bells, stability tubing and bosu.
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Creative Community Mixer
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge
/ 5:30-7 p.m.
/ Free
Socialize and share with fellow creatives and artists. Let’s build community and mutual reliance.
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Reel Genius Trivia
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
Join us for trivia every other week at the taproom with Reel Genius Trivia!
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Paint Night
Lost Coast Brewery Cafe
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ $45
One price includes your paint, step-by-step instructions, and use of all necessary supplies. You will leave with a beautiful completed 16x20 masterpiece!
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CK Natural Music
Crisp Lounge
/ 7-10 p.m.
/ $5
/ 18+
Reggae covers and originals.
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Black Liberation Month
Cal Poly Humboldt
/ 7 p.m.
/ Free
Join the Umoja Center for Pan African Student Excellence for a series of many celebratory on-campus events. Full details inside.
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Open Mic Comedy
Arcata Veterans Memorial Building
/ 7 p.m.
/ Free
“We’re in the basement, son.”
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Line Dancing with Contessa
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 7:30-9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Contessa has been teaching line dancing all over the county for the past decade.
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Claire Bent Jazz Quintet
The Basement
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Enjoy an evening of great music from local jazz vocalist Claire Bent and her amazing ensemble of musicians.
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The Siren’s Open Mic
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
“Our stage is open and our mic is on. Add your performance to our open mic.”
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Jeff Kelley
Logger Bar
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
You may know him as the front man of Vanishing Pints, or playing with The Miracle Show, or Ticket to Ride, or as half the duo, Fred and Wilma.
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Just Joshin’
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $10
Josh Barnes semi monthly variety show with comedy, guests and surprises.
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