STAFF PICK / events, art, outdoors, sports, for kids, free
Saturday, Sunday, Monday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. A 3-day, 42-mile kinetic sculpture race over land, sand, mud and water! LeMans start at the Noon Whistle on the Arcata Plaza. Follow the race through Manila, Eureka and into Ferndale on Memorial Day for the Glorious Finish. www.KineticGrandChampionship.com. 889-3024.
art
Tomorrow, 3-9 p.m. Earth Gallery, 436 maple lane, Garberville. Collection of hand pulled prints from the ‘60s to late ‘90s. www.facebook.com/earthgallery. 923-1121.
events
Tomorrow, 8:30 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Whimsical all-ages animal-themed benefit for Nighshade Serenade. Music by Gunsafe, fire show, animal hijinx by Blue Angel Burlesque, bellydancing and silent auction. $10. E-mail megjclarke@hotmail.com. 832-8973.
theater
Today, Tomorrow, Saturday, 8 p.m. Carlo Theater, 131 H St., Blue Lake. Students of the Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre’s Class of 2011 presents seven 10-minute plays. www.dellarte.com. 668-5663.
What:
Sanctuary Forest, invites you to join us for the Birds of the Sinkyone Walk on Saturday, June 13th in the headwaters of the Mattole. Long-time birders Alan Ridley and Helen McKenna will introduce you to meadow, shore and forest birds, and talk about their nesting and parenting habits. This is an easy trek through the redwoods and meadows of the upper Mattole and the Sinkyone coast, with one section of uphill walking. This hike fills fast. All hikes are free of charge. Donations are gladly accepted. To sign up, call 986-1087 ext 5#. For a complete list of hikes visit sanctuaryforest.org.
Support from volunteers and local businesses have made this program possible. Local businesses who have made generous contributions are James Friel Plumbing, Jay Sooter Spas & Pools, Goodman Construction, Back In A Flash, Hohstadt’s Garden Center, Pierson Building Center, Redwood Properties, Roy Baker, O.D., Tom Brundage Consulting Geologist, Persimmons Garden Gallery & Wine Tasting, Ned Harwood Construction, Whitethorn Construction, Jangus Publishing Group Rebecca Coker Insurance, First Fig Gallery, Sylvandale Gardens, Blue Star Gas, Charlotte’s Perennial Garden Nursery, Northcoast Co Op, Randall Sand & Gravel, Chautauqua Natural Foods, Peltz Power, Whitethorn Winery, Tranquility Lane, Thorn Junction Acupuncture & Herbs, Cheryl Lisin Landscape Design, Complete Carpentry.
Sanctuary Forest, Inc. is a non-profit community land trust dedicated to the preservation and restoration of ancient forests, salmon, and the unique and diverse plant and animal life of the Mattole valley and surrounding areas.
When/where:
| Dates | |
| Time | 9 a.m. |
| Phone | 707-986-1087 |
| Venue | Mattole Headwaters |
| Cost | Free |
events / 8:30 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Whimsical all-ages animal-themed benefit for Nighshade Serenade. Music by Gunsafe, fire show, animal hijinx by Blue Angel Burlesque, bellydancing and silent auction. $10. E-mail megjclarke@hotmail.com. 832-8973.
