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Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. Access Humboldt Community Media Center, Eureka High School, Eureka. Two-hour workshop offers insight on how to create different moods with light, including using backgrounds, understanding color temperature, and using different gear to create different effects. With cinematographer Landy Hardy. $20. www.accesshumboldt.net. 476-1798.
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Friday, Saturday, 8 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main Street. John Osborne’s sharply funny, fiercely honest exploration of political disillusionment and basic human yearning. Directed by John Heckel. $15/$13 students and seniors. ferndale-rep.org. 800-838-3006.
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Thursday, 9 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Presenting a vaudevillian showcase of the county’s finest dancers, musicians, circus performers. Night ends with a dance party led by Arcata’s Small Axe Ensemble. Benefit for Six Rivers Planned Parenthood’s Spare Change. $7. E-mail humboldtvarietyville@yahoo.com. 408-515-2801.
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Saturday, 7 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Annual shindig features Pom Pom Queens of Bat N’ Rouge fame, Rutabaga Queens, The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Dell’Arte, Shea Freelove, the Eye Rockestra, live and silent auction and is hosted by Bob Ornelas. Bring a donation for Food for People. $15/$25 a pair. www.arcatatheater.com. 822-1220.
STAFF PICK / art / 6-9 p.m. In and around Old Town, Eureka. Monthly celebration includes food, music and incredible art. 442-9054.
outdoors / 7 a.m. Meet near Espresso 101 off Giuntoli Lane in Arcata. Bird high-elevation trip from Horse Mountain to Grouse Mountain on Forest Service Route 1. www.rras.org. 616-9841.
etc. / 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Adult Day Health Services, 1901 California Street, Eureka. For community members who wish to work with people with dementia and their families. Call for applications. www.humsenior.org. 444-8254.
food / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Fresh fruit, vegetables and plants from local growers. Music TBA. humfarm.org. 441-9999.
etc. / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata United Methodist Church, 1761 11th St. Gently used treasures from children’s toys, games and clothing to small appliances, books and knick-knacks. All proceeds will be used to benefit the children of Arcata & Rooney-McKinleyville Children’s Centers.
events, outdoors, garden, lecture / 9 a.m. College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. None. $25/$15 students. 442-5139.
lecture / 9 a.m.-3 p.m. College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Theme is “Humboldt County Roots.” Featuring speakers Chris Carley, Jim Zarucchi and Amy Stewart. Lunch will be provided by Roy’s Club Italian Restaurant. $25/$15 students. E-mail hbgf@hbgf.org. 442-5139.
events, outdoors, garden, books, lecture, science / 9 a.m.-3 p.m. College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Three nationally known speakers who have roots in Humboldt County, Amy Stewart, Chris Carley an Jim Zarucchi. $25. www.hbgf.org. 442-5139.
meetings / 9:30 a.m. Fortuna Monday Club, 610 Main St. Monthly meeting featuring presenter Daniela Mineva. $15/$3 w/ potluck dish. 443-1291.
outdoors / 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Gloves, tools, and cookies will be provided. Meet at the northern paved parking area for Clam Beach and Little River State Beach. Sponsored by Friends of the Dunes. E-mail denise@friendsofthedunes.org. 444-1397.
outdoors / 9:30 a.m. Meet at the parking lot at the end of Elk River Road, Eureka. 11-mile hike through Headwaters Forest Reserve. Please RSVP. 441-0702.
meetings / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wharfinger Building, 1 Marina Way, Eureka. Free energy expo with green industry professionals on hand to discuss the latest technology and the tax and economic benefits to going green. 444-8242.
outdoors / 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet at Pacific Union School, 3001 Janes Road, Arcata. Learn about how the coastal dunes of Humboldt Bay area form, and how the shifting environment affects the plants and animals that utilize them. E-mail info@friendsofthedunes.org. 444-1397.
events, music, dance, art, wellness / 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Community Parkway. Local healing arts practitioners, artists, and performers to share their work with the community. Sample massasge and Reiki, tarot readings, Ayurvedic living info, gems and minerals, handmade drums and jewelry. For lecture schedule, www.synergyfair.info. $7. www.thesynergyfair.wordpress.com.
lecture, wellness / 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Carlo Theater, 131 H St., Blue Lake. None. $100. www.dellarte.com/dellarte.aspx?id=236. 668-5663.
for kids / Noon-2 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Free monthly workshop for children, families, and childcare providers. www.humboldtarts.org. 442-0278.
meetings / 1:30 p.m. Humboldt County Library, 1313 Third St., Eureka. Catherine Mace presents “Nineteenth Century Bottling with the Monroes” as part of the program meeting. 445-4342.
outdoors / 2-3:30 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 600 S. G St. Tour of the marsh focusing on history, birds and ecology. Rain or shine. Bring your binoculars. 826-2359.
dance / 2 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Support local choreographers and dancers as they showcase their unique inspirations. Proceeds benefit the Dreammaker Program of The Ink People Center for the Arts. $10/$7 students. 832-2289.
events / 4-7 p.m. Adorni Recreation Center, 1011 Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Spirits from many regional wineries and breweries. Also provided will be delicious finger foods and products prepared from local food vendors. Music by Kara’s Lusca. $25. 445-9132.
events / 4:30-7:30 p.m. Humboldt Grange, 5845 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka. Humboldt Grange #501 holds their annual event. Master Betty Crile and the Grange ladies will be preparing turkey and ham with all the trimmings. Contests and door prizes. On sale, fleece blankets, afghans, scarfs, aprons, pillowcases and pot scrubbers. 443-0045.
music / 5-8 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 15th and H streets, Eureka. Benefit for the Christ Church Concert Series. Silent and live auctions, wine tasting and local food delights. Jazz by Zu Zu’s Petals. $25. www.christchurcheureka.org/concerts.html. 442-1797.
music, free / 5:30 p.m. Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity St. Proceeds benefit art and music program at Trinidad School. myspace.com/stolentaxi. 677-0752.
art / 6-9 p.m. Ink People Center for the Arts, 517 3rd St., Eureka. Community altar, traditional dance, family crafts, and refreshments. E-mail sguerra@humboldt1.com. 442-3320.
events, lecture, free / 6-10 p.m. Eureka Labor Temple, 840 E St. Celebrating ten years of prisoner solidarity. Past Bar None members and imprisoned individuals we have worked with over the years share their thoughts on the state of the anti-prison movement and goals for the future. www.barnone.mahost.org. 801-601-1886.
art / 6-9 p.m. Piante Gallery, 620 Second Street, Eureka. None. E-mail piante@sbcglobal.net. 441-1322.
art, wellness, free / 6-9 p.m. Four Paths Gallery and Studio, 1122 Fifth St., Eureka. None. 441-5252.
music / 6:30 p.m. Eureka Theater, 612 F St. None. www.thesouthside.org. 442-2970.
music / 7 p.m. Arcata Presbyterian Church, 670 11th St. Arcata Interfaith Gospel Choir presents its annual event showcasing their 80-member singing group. Special guest Joel Armin-Hoiland. Refreshments will be served. $10/$8 students. 822-4444.
music / 7-9:30 p.m. Old Town Coffee & Chocolates, 211 F St., Eureka. www.oldtowncoffeeeureka.com. 445-8600.
music / 7:30 p.m. Cafe Mokka, 5th & J sts., Arcata. 822-2228.
theater / 7:30 p.m. Eureka High School Auditorium, 1915 J St. EHS Players present romance and adventure with the most famous nose in history. Wear a fake nose to get in free. E-mail lawsonq@eurekacityschools.org.
music / 7:30 p.m. Eureka Women’s Club, 1531 J St. Music by eight North Coast singers. Proceeds benefit the Reading Service of the Redwoods, a local radio reading service for the blind. $20. 826-1247.
music / 7:30 p.m. Westhaven Center for the Arts, 501 S. Westhaven Drive. New stories, songs and “Wax Johnson rants and ruminations.”. $7. www.jeffdemark.com. 677-9493.
theater / 8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Redwood Curtain presents: Set in a rural town in County Kerry, Ireland, this dark yet delightful comedy follows the story of Jake and Charlie, two local fellows hired as extras when a Hollywood entourage descends on the town to make a movie. $13. www.redwoodcurtain.com.
music / 8 p.m. Fulkerson Recital Hall, HSU. HBBB, comprised of HSU students, HSU alumni and Humboldt County community members, perform selections by Handel, Holst, Rossini, and others. $7/$3 students and seniors. E-mail gdc1@humbolodt.edu. 826-5441.
theater / 8 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theater, 447 Main St. Ferndale Repertory Theatre presents the classic family musical by Lionel Bart. Opening Night Reception at 6 p.m. in the Hart Gallery featuring “Trunk Show” jewelry by Sonya Friedman. $17/$15 students and seniors. www.ferndale-rep.org. 786-5483.
music / 9 p.m. Six Rivers Brewery, 1300 Central Ave., McKinleyville. 839-7580.
music, dance / 9 p.m. Central Station Cocktail Lounge, 1631 Central Ave., McKinleyville. None. 839-2013.
music / 9 p.m.-midnight. Muddy’s Hot Cup, 1603 G St., Arcata. None. $2. www.myspace.com/djknutz. 825-8796.
music / 9 p.m. Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. Celtic rockers from the Bay Area return to WAVE. 668-9770.
music / 9 p.m. Pearl Lounge, 507 2nd St., Eureka. 444-2017.
music / 9 p.m. Lil’ Red Lion, 1506 5th St., Eureka. $3.
music / 10 p.m. Humboldt Brews, 856 10th St., Arcata. After playing 550 shows and releasing four albums over the last 2.5 years, the DC/Kentucky band is surely rumbling towards the next benchmarks in a long string of critical acclaim. E-mail bands@humboldtbrews.com. 826-2739.
music / 10 p.m. Sidelines, 732 9th St., Arcata. 822-0919.
music / 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Aunty Mo’s Lounge, 535 5th St., Eureka. auntymoslounge.com. 442-0772.
music / 11 p.m. Alibi: Arcata, 744 9th St. $5.
STAFF PICK / events, theater, music, dance, art, Comedy, sports, spoken word, lecture, etc. / 9 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Presenting a vaudevillian showcase of the county’s finest dancers, musicians, circus performers. Night ends with a dance party led by Arcata’s Small Axe Ensemble. Benefit for Six Rivers Planned Parenthood’s Spare Change. $7. E-mail humboldtvarietyville@yahoo.com. 408-515-2801.
