Thursday, April 23
THURSDAY LOWDOWN: Humboldt International Film Fest Organizers Talk About This Year’s Fest!
Annually touted as the longest student-led film festival in the world — we’ll believe you! — the Humboldt International Film Festival kicks off its 59th edition at the Minor Theatre in Arcata this Thursday. To hype you up, event co-directors Danica Frey and Sara Ortega stopped by KSLG earlier this week to chat with DJ Dale Cooper about what attendees can expect this year. Tune into that chat below, then scroll down for more details on that event and/or other Thursday joys.
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
StartUp Humboldt Competition’s Final Pitch Event
Eureka Theater
/ 5:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Shark Tank–style business competition set in the Redwoods. Finalists will present their innovative ventures to a live panel of judges and compete for access to $200,000.
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Surfrider’s Ocean Night
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Featuring a screening of Sequoias of the Sea: Film Screening & Kelp Restoration Panel.
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Humboldt International Film Festival
Minor Theatre
/ 7-8:30 p.m.
/ $12
/ Free CPH Students
Over 30 short narrative, documentary, experimental and animation films from all over the world, plus a talk, workshop, after parties, awards and more!
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Canary and the Vamp
The Basement
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $5
/ 21+
French hot club swing meets western swing, with vocal harmonies reminiscent of the Andrews Sisters and the Chordettes.
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Latin Dance
Eureka Veterans Hall
/ 7-8 a.m.
/ $10
Learn to Salsa, Bachata, and cha cha.
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Adorni Fitness Classes
Adorni Center
/ 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
/ $7 Adults
/ $4 Senior
/ $2 Youth
Come checkout the Adorni Center and the various classes that we have available Daily!
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OLLI Class: The Breath of Life
See Event Description
/ 10:30 a.m.-noon
/ $65
/ $90 Non-OLLI Members
/ 18+
Explore the art of breathwork through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) class: The Breath of Life with instructor Dr. Joshua Frye.
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Tai Chi
HLOC’s The Space
/ 11 a.m.-noon
/ $50
/ 21+
“The health benefits of Tai Chi are legendary and well researched.”
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Earth Week
Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum
/ 3-5 p.m.
/ $6
/ $3 members
Live Animals, Seed Planting, Ecosystem Collage, Nature Art, Animal Tracks and Adaptations, Games and more!
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Earth Week
Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum
/ 3-5 p.m.
/ $6
/ $3 members
Different activities for all ages, all week. Live Animals, Seed Planting, Ecosystem Collage, Nature Art, Animal Tracks and Adaptations, Games and more!
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After-School Classes (6th-8th)
Morris Graves Museum of Art
/ 3:30-5 p.m.
/ $150
/ $135 members
Designed for middle school artists, this four-week drawing series dives into intermediate drawing techniques and experimentation.
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Hammered Hoops Workshop
Phosphene
/ 4-7 p.m.
/ $85
/ 18+
Create your very own pair of hammered hoop earrings in sterling silver.
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Free Spanish/English Language Exchange
College of the Redwoods Downtown Site
/ 4:30-5:15 p.m.
/ Free
Free opportunity to practice Spanish with first-language speakers through College of the Redwoods’ Multilingual Club.
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Community Mediation Training
Arcata Lutheran Church
/ 5-9 p.m.
/ $400
/ $360 Seniors
/ $360 Students
/ 18+
A 34-hour certificate training that teaches participants the Humboldt Mediation Services mediation process.
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AfroBrazilian Dance Workshop
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio
/ 5:30-7 p.m.
/ $30
/ $50 both classes
This uplifting and joyful dance experience will bring to life the infectious and vibrant culture of Brazil through the pulsating drum rhythms of Salvador, Bahia led by the local Samba Alegria Drummers.
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Vinyasa Studio
The Historic Eagle House
/ 6-7:15 p.m.
/ $20
Led by Kati with enchantment yoga to share the magic of yoga with you.
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Cribbage Tournament
Humboldt Brews
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
All skill levels welcome to our friendly bi-monthly game.
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Dance Visions
Van Duzer Theater
/ 7 p.m.
/ $15
/ $10 Seniors
/ $10 Children
/ Free Students
This dynamic performance highlights a diverse range of styles, including contemporary ballet, modern, hip hop, and innovative fusion pieces.
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The Siren’s Open Mic
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 7:30 p.m.
/ Free
“Our stage is open and our mic is on. Add your performance to our open mic.”
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The Blue 2
See Event Description
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Classic rock and blues.
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Just Joshin: Comedy Improv and Game Competition
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 8 p.m.
/ $5
“Local standup comedy legend Josh Barnes hosts his monthly game show! Comedians answer trivia questions and do improv to win the championship.”
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G.O.A.T. Karaoke at The Goat
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 8:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Over 59,000 songs to choose from, all skill levels welcome, supportive atmosphere.
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Karaoke
Vista Del Mar
/ 9-11:59 p.m.
/ 21+
Treat Yourself Entertainment hosts.
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