What’s happening

April 25, 2010

Casey Neill and the Norway Rats

STAFF PICK / music / 8 p.m. Arcata Playhouse, 1251 Ninth St. Band from Portland combining post-punk energy, narrative storytelling, haunting ballads and whiskey fueled rave ups. $13. 822-1575.

Raffle, Arts and Dessert

events, art, food, for kids / 2-5 a.m. Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. An evening for the family and community to enjoy desserts and student art. Funds go to support Arcata Elementary School arts programs. 822-4858.

Dharma Talk

lecture / 9:30 a.m. Aikido Center, 890 G St., Arcata. Arcata Zen Group hosts Soto Zen priest Mary Mocine. Meditation begins at 8 a.m. 826-1701.

SoMEone Special Kidz Program

for kids / 9:45-11 a.m. Eureka Center for Spiritual Living, 239 Buhne St. Children of all ages are invited to join fun, hands-on virtues classes. E-mail kiddieteacher@hotmail.com. 496-6712.

Spring Fever Festival

events / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Redwood Acres Fairground, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. Over 50 booths featuring local artisans, food and live music by 2 Car Garage, The Pilot Rock Ramblers, Clouds on Mountain, Joe Garceau and Dale Winget. 443-8261.

Humboldt Bonsai Society Show

garden / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Bernard’s Catholic School, 222 Dollison St., Eureka. Annual show includes raffle of bonsai and bonsai related items. 822-6705.

Rhododendron Show and Plant Sale

garden / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Bernard’s Catholic School, 222 Dollison St., Eureka. Discover rhodies and azaleas for your garden and vote on your favorite flower and photography entries. 443-8049.

Peace Begins with ME

for kids / 10-11:15 a.m. Eureka Center for Spiritual Living, 239 Buhne St. None. E-mail kiddieteacher@hotmail.com. 496-6712.

Handmade and Vintage Market

events, music, art, food, free / 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Bayside Grange, 2297 Jacoby Creek Road. Local crafts and vintage treasure from over 40 vendors. Music by Mr. Moonbeam. www.craftymavericks.com. 845-1243.

Ma-le’l to Mad River Beach Walk

outdoors / 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Join Coastal Naturalist Nan Siringer for a hike from Ma-le’l South to Mad River Beach. Bring a picnic lunch and good walking shoes. This hike is designed for individuals in good physical condition. 443-7275.

Build a Pondless Waterfeature

garden, free / Noon-1 p.m. Living Earth Landscapes, 5307 Boyd Road, Arcata. Hands-on demonstration about building a pondless waterfeature from start to finish. www.northcoastlandscapes.com. 822-7663.

Building a Pondless Waterfeature

garden, lecture, free / Noon-1 p.m. Living Earth Landscapes, 5307 Boyd Road, Arcata. Free hands-on demonstration about building a pondless waterfeature from start to finish. www.northcoastlandscapes.com. 822-7663.

Understanding Islam

lecture / 1-2 p.m. Humboldt County Library, 1313 Third St., Eureka. HSU’s Dr. Abdul Aziz on the fundamentals of Islam, touching on topics such as the concept of God, modes of worship, Jihad and current political and social concerns. 822-8217.

Community Potluck

food / 1-5 p.m. Freshwater Grange, 49 Grange Road, Eureka. Gathering featuring music by the Bayside Quartet and Clean Livin’. 443-4258.

Autism Awareness Month Skate Party

for kids / 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fortuna Fire Hall. Rollerskating for children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. All ages welcome to attend. 499-5544.

Yard Sale Fundraiser

etc. / 1:30-5:30 p.m. 1920 Zehnder and S St., Arcata. Great selection of items. Proceeds benefit Rainbow Bridge Preschool. 825-7447.

Humboldt Educare Wine/Beer Tasting

events, music, food / 2-5 p.m. Humboldt Brews, 856 10th St., Arcata. Help celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Humboldt Educare Preschool. Local wine, beer, appetizers, silent auction and live entertainment. $20.

Senior Sunday

art / 2 p.m. Morris Graves Museum of Art, 636 F St., Eureka. Senior event includes docent-led museum tour on Graves’ history, permanent collection and current exhibitions while sipping tea and meeting new friends. 442-0278.

Zoo Speaker Series

lecture / 2 p.m. Sequoia Park Zoo, 3414 W St., Eureka. 16-year-old Kai Neander discusses his years of work at the zoo and work with Jane Goodall. 839-0458.

Ma-le’l Dunes Guided Walk

outdoors / 2-4:30 p.m. Ma-le’l Dunes South Parking Lot, Manila. Meet at the Ma-le’l South parking area off of Young Lane in Manila and carpool to the protected site. Be prepared to walk up some steep sand dunes at this unique northern unit of Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge. www.friendsofthedunes.org. 444-1397.

Man of La Mancha Matinee

theater / 2 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theater, 447 Main St. Join the mad “knight” Don Quixote in this beloved musical by Dale Wasserman, Joe Darion and Mith Leigh based on Miguel de Cervantes 17th century masterpiece. Opening night benefit for cast and crew. $17/$14 students and seniors. 786-5483.

Telegraph Ridge Fire Dept. Benefit

food / 3 p.m. Ettersberg School, Ettersberg. BBQ Fundraiser featuring music by NPK and Train Wreckt.

Spaghetti Feed

food / 4-6 p.m. Six Rivers Masonic Lodge, 251 Bayside Rd., Arcata. International Order of Job’s Daughters Bethel No. 86 Arcata fundraiser. $7.50/$5 kids. 442-9080.

Our Big Fat Greek Gala!

music, food / 5:30-9 p.m. Arcata Community Center, 321 Community Parkway. Night of delectable Greek cuisine, auction and a performance by the award winning ArMack orchestra. Fundraiser helps ArMack travel and compete in New York and London. $30. E-mail lat1@humboldt.edu. 822-5453.

Serenity

movies / 6 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. $5. 822-1220.

Open Mic

music / 7-10 p.m. Mosgo’s, 2461 Alliance Road, Arcata. 826-1195.

2 Left Feet Dance Project

dance / 7:30 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. 616-6876.

Piano Ben

music / 8 p.m. Six Rivers Brewery, 1300 Central Ave., McKinleyville. 839-7580.

Deep Groove Night

music / 9 p.m. Jambalaya, 915 H St., Arcata. $5. 822-4766.

Gold School Queer Dance Night

music / 9:30 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. $4. 822-1220.