Saturday, May 3

SATURDAY LOWDOWN: 50501 Protest, Cinco de Mayo Festival, Chinatown Festival, Arts Alive — Big Day For Eureka!

Eureka is where it is all going down today. At noon, the courthouse will see its monthly — or bi-monthly? — anti-Trump protest, which had very high attendance the first couple of times around. People of that political persuasion have found the events encouraging and affirming. The country is not changing them. No kings, no oligarchs.

When you’re done soaking in the honks, you can wander over to Madaket Plaza, where the Cinco de Mayo Festival will be well underway. Eat good food, hear good music and rest up … because at 4 p.m., you’ll be wandering up to the Clarke Museum for the Fourth Annual Chinatown Festival! More good food, more good music.

And then it’ll be time for Arts Alive! Zoinks!

All this, plus a couple of good options for fans of the sweet science, and more still, in your Lowdown calendar of events, which can be found below. Busy day!

Top Events!
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‘No Kings, No Oligarchs’ Protest
Humboldt County Courthouse / noon-2 p.m.
Come out again to fight for our lives as we know them.
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Cinco de Mayo Festival
Madaket Plaza / 1-5 p.m. / Free
Back for the second year in a row, proudly organized by Centro del Pueblo, Los Giles, and DJ Pachanguero
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Peter Pan, Jr.
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts / 2 p.m. / $19 Adult / $15 Child
This high-flying Tony Award-winning musical has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for 60 years and is now adapted for young performers.
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Arts! Alive
Eureka / 6-9 p.m.
Eureka’s monthly celebration of local artists, makers and performers brings vibrance to Old Town on the first Saturday of the month. With special events at the city’s galleries, bars and performance spaces, Arts! Alive has established itself as one of Humboldt’s most colorful recurring events.
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Rumble at the River VI
Bear River Recreation Center / 6:30 p.m. / 18+
“Experience the intensity as fighters step into the ring to deliver a night of unforgettable matchups. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for an exciting night out, this event promises non-stop action and entertainment.”
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Peter Pan, Jr.
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts / 7 p.m. / $19 Adult / $15 Child
This high-flying Tony Award-winning musical has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for 60 years and is now adapted for young performers.
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Hard Fought Championship
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 7:30-11 p.m. / $55 / $500 VIP Table (seats 4) / $75 VIP Seat / $65 Premium / 21+
Local fighters will be going toe-to-toe to see who comes out victorious! Come on out and support your friends and/or your community members.
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Humboldt Calypso Band
Van Duzer Theater / 7:30 p.m. / $15 / $10 Children/Seniors/Cal Poly Humboldt Students
The festive steelpan sounds of the “Humboldt Calypso Band” with very special guest—internationally acclaimed Caribbean steelpan artist, Johann Chuckaree.
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Lou Deezi
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 8 p.m.-midnight / $30 / 18+
Arcata Theatre Lounge Presents: 19-year-old up-and-coming Reno rapper brings his rhymes to Arcata. With 1100 Himself and Mitchell with support from Jelo and Young Jonaha.
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Makenu
Dell’Arte / 8-11 p.m. / $20 / 21+
Makenu is a vibrant, psychedelic cumbia band that blends the traditional rhythms of cumbia with a wide array of modern influences.
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Seth Milstein
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15
Heavily featured in the documentary “I Am Road Comic” and lightly featured in “Harmontown”, Seth is a regular performer at Olsen Run Comedy Club and Lounge.
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Hard Fought Championship
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 7:30-11 p.m. / $55 / $500 VIP Table (seats 4) / $75 VIP Seat / $65 Premium / 21+
Local fighters will be going toe-to-toe to see who comes out victorious! Come on out and support your friends and/or your community members.
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All Events!

Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. / $None All Ages
The Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more!
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HGMS Rock and Mineral Tailgate Sale
See Event Description / 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Come on down and learn what our club has to offer!! Items for sale include rocks, gems, minerals, jewelry, gifts and more!
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46th annual John Druecker Memorial Rhododendron Show
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens / 9 a.m.-5 p.m. / Free
Each year, the Noyo Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society (ARS) partners with Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens to showcase some of the best rhodie specimens on the west coast.
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KEB Tree planting
See Event Description / 9 a.m.-noon
We will load up trucks and form teams to plant. If you have a long shovel, bring it. It could be wet, so check the weather.
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Humboldt Botanical Garden’s Spring Plant Sale
See Event Description / 9 a.m.-3 p.m. / Free
Humboldt Botanical Garden’s Spring Plant Sale is back! “From Our Garden to Yours”. Shop early for native plants, perennials, annuals, ferns, succulents, tomatoes, herbs, and more.
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Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. / $None All Ages
The Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more!
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Botanical Bundle Dye Workshop
The Makers’ Space / 10 a.m.-1 p.m. / $40
Create Botanical prints using the bundle dye method using dried flowers and botanical powders on a 24’x24’ organic cotton scarf. as a bonus, create hapa zome pressed flower cards while you wait for scarves to steam!
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Watercolor Workshop!
Hikshari Trail / 10 a.m.-noon / $30
Join Eureka Community Services for a fun-filled en plein air watercolor workshop!
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Spring Native Plant Sale
Freshwater Farms Reserve / 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Spring Native Plant Sale of the California Native Plant Society will be held on May 3th and 4th.
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Pollinator Party
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center / 10 a.m.-1 p.m. / Free
As spring bursts into bloom, it’s time to celebrate the return of nature’s hardest-working insects!
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Wildflower Show
Jefferson Community Center / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. / Free
This year’s theme is the family of rhododendrons, manzanitas, and madrone.
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Listening From The Heart: Session II
Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship / 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. / $20
Join us as we continue our practice and exploration of empathetic listening and compassionate peer support.
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Bike Clinic & Rodeo
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room / 1-5 p.m. / Free
” Join us in Blue Lake for a day of bike tune ups and recreation fun for the whole family.”
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Saturday Speaker Series: Steve Lazar & The Humboldt Project
Clarke Historical Museum / 2:30-3:30 p.m. / Free / Free Everyone
“Steve Lazar, founder of The Humboldt Project, a 17-year journey to collect and share Humboldt County’s visual history through vintage postcards.”
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Kentucky Derby Party
The Wild Hare Tavern / 3-6 p.m. / $0.01 / $0.01 21+ / 21+
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Mystic Mixer: A Women’s Summit for Holistic Living & Healing Arts
Septentrio Winery / 3-6:30 p.m. / $5
An Annual Gathering for Humboldt Women in Healing Arts, Wellness Practitioners, and Natural Lifestyle Enthusiasts.
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Collecting Joy: A Sound of Soul Event
Adorni Center / 3:30-4:30 p.m. / Free
“Begin with the love you have. This love expands your heart into a greater vessel which can hold yet more love.”
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Collecting Joy: A Sound of Soul Event
Adorni Center / 3:30-4:30 p.m. / Free
“Begin with the love you have. This love expands your heart into a greater vessel which can hold yet more love.”
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Scary Monsters and Super Creeps by Stevo Vidnovic
Zeno’s Curious Goods / 6-9 p.m. / Free
Stevo’s drawings and sculpture are inspired by classic horror movies and David Lynch.
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Scary Monsters and Super Creeps by Stevo Vidnovic
Zeno’s Curious Goods / 6-9 p.m. / Free
Stevo’s artworks take inspiration from classic horror movies and David Lynch.
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Roland Rock
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room / 6-8 p.m. / Free
“Roland Rock is a mix of classic rock, classic country, blues, rockabilly, and originals to keep you dancing.”
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The Lost Dogs
Six Rivers Brewery / 6-8 p.m. / Free
Live music in the Beer Garden with the Lost Dogs.
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The Secret Society of Silly Things
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 7-8:30 p.m. / $10
This Humboldt-based improv troupe delivers fast-paced, fun, and audience-inclusive comedy in the spirit of Whose Line Is It Anyway? Featuring local comedians and performers from On the Spot Improv.
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True North Duo
Arcata Playhouse / 7 p.m. / $20
Singer-songwriter acoustic duo Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel’s performances resonate deeply with audiences listening for well-crafted songs, skillful instrumentation, and gorgeous vocals.
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Trio Duende Mainstage Concert
Calvary Lutheran Church / 7:30-9:30 p.m. / $40 General / $10 Students
Trio Duende is a longtime collaboration between Grammy Award winning pianist Awadagin Pratt, Avery Fisher Career Grant winning cellist Sophie Shao, and San Francisco Bay Area violinist Tom Stone.
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Karaoke Night!
Harbor Lanes / 8 p.m.-midnight / Free / 21+
Bring your family and friends down to a night of singing and dancing in the Surf Room at Harbor Lanes!
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Radio Clash
Kaptain’s Quarters / 8 p.m. / Free
Featuring DJ Red, Zero One, and Tonechange!
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Rumble at the River VI After Party
Bear River Casino Resort / 9 p.m.-1 a.m. / Free / 21+
With DJ Statik and DJ D’Vinity.
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Vegas Club Mix with DJ Webbstyles
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 9 p.m. / Free / 21+
DJ WebbStyles is a lifelong audiophile with a passion for the nightlife scene and the music industry.
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Buddy Reed and th’ Rip It Ups
The Basement / 9-11:59 p.m. / 21+
“Come out and do the dancin’ thang…”
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