Friday, May 9
Top Events!
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Jacqueline Suskin: The Verse for Now
Northtown Books / 6-8 p.m.
“We in Humboldt remember Jacqueline from her time writing poems to order at the Poem Store at Farmer’s Market. Since then she has lectured at offsite events for iamOther and MTV.”
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Sorry to Bother You and Boots Riley Q&A
Eureka Theater / 6:30-10 p.m. / $10 / $5 12 and under
After the film, we’ll host an exclusive virtual Q&A with Boots Riley, where he’ll discuss the film’s themes, its sharp social commentary, and the creative process behind its unique blend of humor, surrealism, and activism.
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Urinetown
North Coast Repertory Theatre / 8-10:30 p.m. / $20 Adults / $18 Seniors/Students
“With biting satire, catchy tunes, and a storyline that’s both absurd and all-too-relevant, Urinetown takes audiences on a hilarious ride through a dystopian world where water is scarce and even a bathroom break comes at a cost.”
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James Hartenfeld
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $10
Garnering recent attention from Adult Swim and SXSW, James Hartenfeld is a Portland based comedian best known for standup and creating Ricky Winters.
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Fuego
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. / $15 / $10 Advance / 18+
Dia de Madre Party with DJs Pressure, Statik and D’Vinity.
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Soul Trip
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 8 p.m. / Free / 21+
Soul Trip revives classic blues tunes from the 50s, funky soulful rhythms from the 60s, classic rock anthems from the 70s, and gritty songs from the 90s.
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All Events!

Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting
Immanuel Lutheran Church / 3-4 p.m. / Free
A meeting to share our collective knowledge that can help us in our journey with Parkinson’s.
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Kaeshi Chai & the Dragon Dance
Fortuna Library / 3:30-4:30 p.m. / Free / Free all
Humboldt Literacy Projects invites families to visit Celebrate Asian American Month with stories, dance, and hands-on fun!
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WNBA Pre-Season, NWSL, WNFC
The Summitt / 4-9 p.m. / Free / 21+
“We don’t serve food here, but you’re welcome to bring your own!”
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Fig Twig Mother’s Day Market
Redwood Acres Fairgrounds / 4-9 p.m. / $5
Support your local makers and artists while enjoying time with family and friends.
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(CANCELLED) Stamp Making Workshop
Phosphene / 5-8 p.m. / $45 / 18+
Spend and evening creating one of a kind stamps with Ali Osborne.
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Basic Wirework Class
See Event Description / 5:30-7:30 p.m. / $40
This class teaches the basic loop and coil techniques needed to make everything from earrings to chain necklaces and beyond!
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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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Trivia Night!
Old Growth Cellars / 6 p.m.
Come enjoy a glass of wine while being tested by Reel Genius Trivia. Food truck on site!
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Papa Haole
Six Rivers Brewery / 6-8 p.m. / Free
Live music with Papa Haole in the Beer Garden.
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The Cowtown Sound
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room / 6-8 p.m. / Free
The Cowtown Sound plays good times rock and roll all over Humboldt County, from the shores of Shelter Cove, up to Blue Lake and beyond.
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Eureka Skate Night
Eureka Municipal Auditorium / 6:30-9 p.m. / $6 Adults / $5 Youth
Looking for a groovy way to spend your Friday night?
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Game Night
Crisp Lounge / 7 p.m. / Free / 21+
“scrabble, uno, jenga, rock em sock em robots, sorry!, Weed the game, yahtzee, cards against humanity, and more!”
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Savage Henry Comedy Club / 7-8:30 p.m. / Free
Local comedians perform 10-minute sets.
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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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I Came, I Saw, I Ate a Hot Dog
Exit Theatre / 7-9 p.m. / $15
A variety show with stories, songs and poems about baseball. With Jeff DeMark, Larry Criss, Paul Bressoud, Martin Swett and music by Brothers DeMarkov with Jeff Landen (a story too).
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Soul Trip
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 8 p.m. / Free / 21+
Soul Trip revives classic blues tunes from the 50s, funky soulful rhythms from the 60s, classic rock anthems from the 70s, and gritty songs from the 90s.
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Adam Hurley
Kaptain’s Quarters / 8 p.m. / Free
A solo acoustic extravaganza!
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Flashback Friday: 2000s Edition
The Basement / 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. / $5 / $10 After 10PM / 21+
DJs Anya Slayer & Zero One are spinning a night packed with Pop, Hip Hop, and Club hits from the artists who defined a generation.
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Almost Dangerous
Bear River Casino Resort / 9 p.m.-1 a.m. / Free / 21+
Get ready for party rock anthems and high-energy covers that’ll have you dancing all night.
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Reggae on the Jungle: DJ Deaf Eye & Friends
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern / 9 p.m. / $5 / $10 sliding - notaflof / 21+
“Join DJ DEAF EYE and fellow crate diggers for a night of FEEL GOOD music on Vinyl.”
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Reggae In The Jungle
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern / 9 p.m. / $10 / 21+
A fun night of a lot of reggae music on vinyl and some soul and jungle music.
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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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Boogie Hounds
The Wild Hare Tavern / 9-11 p.m. / $5 / $5 21+ / 21+
Local music.
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