The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indianis an honest look at a young man’s optimistic struggle to find a way to bridge two worlds. Alexie is an accomplished writer who continues to daringly approach uncomfortable topics like grief, alcoholism, poverty and racism, even masturbation. He unfolds our faults as if they were absolutely the most precious flowers ever and he doesn’t waste one intimate word on shame, disgust or ignorance.

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44th Annual Kinetic Grand Championship Race

STAFF PICK / events, art, outdoors, sports, for kids, free / 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. kineticgrandchampionship.com. 889-3024.

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STAFF PICK / music / 9 p.m. Red Fox Tavern, 415 5th St., Eureka. Reggae-meets-Latin bilingual vocal duo Vidagua is celebrating the release of a self-titled CD. theredfoxtavern.com. 269-0282.

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STAFF PICK / events / 8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Student designed and produced clothing. Fundraiser for Arcata Arts Institute. $35/$25 students. artsinstitute.net. 822-1220.

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music / 9 p.m. Cher-Ae-Heights Casino, 27 Scenic Dr., Trinidad.

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