Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Crab Grass Band Returns to the Park Tonight, Crabs Host Mudcats July 2-4
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Wed, Jun 30, 2021 at 1:18 PM
Humboldt Crabs Baseball is back in full swing with the ballpark now open to full capacity and the Crab Grass Band returning to the stands tonight. (Get recaps of home games all summer at www.northcoastjournal.com.) For the holiday weekend, the Crabbies host the Solano Mudcats July 2-4 with the Crab Grass Band tootin’ on the home team Friday and Sunday. Friday and Saturday’s games start at 7 p.m. Sunday’s game starts at 12:30 p.m. Special theme days at the park include Military & Vets Appreciation Night on July 2, Camo Night on July 3 and Wear Red, White & Blue Day on July 4. Can’t make it to the ballpark? Catch the game live streaming on the Crabs Facebook page or YouTube channel. Get the Crabs' full 2021 schedule at humboldtcrabs.com.
Friday, June 25, 2021
Book 'Em
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Fri, Jun 25, 2021 at 6:00 AM
Hey bookworms, stop by the Friends of the Fortuna Library Book Sale on Saturday, June 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and stock the shelves of that new-to-you book case you just snagged at the city wide yard sale. Then book it to the Book & Art Supply Sale on Saturday, June 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Eureka Center for Spiritual Living. Browse books of every type and pick up a new brush or canvas from the large section of art supplies available. The event will also feature an art demonstration by Louise Bacon-Ogden.
Bargain and Treasure Hunting Weekend Ahead
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Fri, Jun 25, 2021 at 1:00 AM
Set sale for bargains this weekend as two southern-end-of-the-county cities invite you to discover treasures among scores of second-hand items waiting to be rehomed. On Saturday, June 26, check out the cool things that have been collected over the generations at the Fortuna City Wide Yard Sale starting at 8 a.m. on Main Street.
On Sunday, June 27 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., see what surprises await you at the KMUD Flea Market, a “swap meet” type street market for folks to sell or barter previously-owned merchandise. The KMUD Flea Market will run consecutive Sundays, June 27 through July 25, at the KMUD Studio.
On Sunday, June 27 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., see what surprises await you at the KMUD Flea Market, a “swap meet” type street market for folks to sell or barter previously-owned merchandise. The KMUD Flea Market will run consecutive Sundays, June 27 through July 25, at the KMUD Studio.
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Oyster Festival Express this Saturday!
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Thu, Jun 24, 2021 at 9:54 AM
Oh, the sweet sounds of live music returning to our clubs, bars, street festivals and farmers markets. And now, outside the Creamery Building for the Oyster Festival Express. Come down to the Creamery District on Saturday, June 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to hear the Latin Peppers at 10:15 a.m., Amber Soul at 11:45 a.m., Grateful Getdown at 1:15 p.m. and the Paula Jones Band at 2:45 p.m. as part of this year’s virtual/in-person Oyster Festival mix.
Pick up your pre-sale oyster package (two dozen oysters and a 2021 Arcata Bay Oyster Festival T-shirt for $50, online), grab a map showing all the oyster specials in Humboldt County and check out the lively art market. The event will be live streamed at www.ArcataMainStreet.com, too, with music, oyster calling contest, best oyster contest, special guests and more.
Pick up your pre-sale oyster package (two dozen oysters and a 2021 Arcata Bay Oyster Festival T-shirt for $50, online), grab a map showing all the oyster specials in Humboldt County and check out the lively art market. The event will be live streamed at www.ArcataMainStreet.com, too, with music, oyster calling contest, best oyster contest, special guests and more.
Saturday, June 19, 2021
Redwood Curtain Revisits Good People This Sunday
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Sat, Jun 19, 2021 at 4:00 AM
Redwood Curtain Theatre continues its live Zoom performances of prior plays with one of its best reviewed and most memorable productions, David Lindsay-Abaire’s Good People, this Sunday, June 20 at 6 p.m. ($5 donation per guest).
Originally performed in 2017 at Redwood Curtain Theatre, Good People — nominated for the 2011 Tony award for Best Play and Best Leading Actress in a Play (with Frances McDormand winning the latter) — is a play about a South Boston neigborhood and who got out and who didn't; the implications of what that means and the moral dilemas the characters face because of it. For this one-night-only performance, director Cassandra Hesseltine returns to lead the original cast: Redwood Curtain co-founder Peggy Metzger in the role of Margie Walsh, Redwood Curtain veterans Craig Benson, Pamela Long and Susan Abbey — with Kenya Uhuru and Matthew Atkins rounding out the highly skilled cast.
If you're curious how live theater translates in the Zoom format, you'll likely be surprised. Staged Zoom readings can be more immersive and engaging than one might think. The intimate setting allows for deeper digestion of dialogue which might otherwise be diminshed by the multi-sensory impact of the larger set, props and in-person ambience of a theater. And with a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright's words and a cast like this, this is a must-see Zoom theater experience.
For more on the play, read the Journal's review of the original Redwood Curtain production here.
To register for the Zoom link for Sunday's performance, visit www.redwoodcurtain.com. Please be advised Good People contains strong language.
Originally performed in 2017 at Redwood Curtain Theatre, Good People — nominated for the 2011 Tony award for Best Play and Best Leading Actress in a Play (with Frances McDormand winning the latter) — is a play about a South Boston neigborhood and who got out and who didn't; the implications of what that means and the moral dilemas the characters face because of it. For this one-night-only performance, director Cassandra Hesseltine returns to lead the original cast: Redwood Curtain co-founder Peggy Metzger in the role of Margie Walsh, Redwood Curtain veterans Craig Benson, Pamela Long and Susan Abbey — with Kenya Uhuru and Matthew Atkins rounding out the highly skilled cast.
If you're curious how live theater translates in the Zoom format, you'll likely be surprised. Staged Zoom readings can be more immersive and engaging than one might think. The intimate setting allows for deeper digestion of dialogue which might otherwise be diminshed by the multi-sensory impact of the larger set, props and in-person ambience of a theater. And with a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright's words and a cast like this, this is a must-see Zoom theater experience.
For more on the play, read the Journal's review of the original Redwood Curtain production here.
To register for the Zoom link for Sunday's performance, visit www.redwoodcurtain.com. Please be advised Good People contains strong language.
Friday, June 18, 2021
Celebrate Juneteenth this Saturday
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Fri, Jun 18, 2021 at 8:00 AM
Celebrate Juneteenth, the anniversary of the announcement of end of slavery in America back in 1865, with Black Humboldt and the Eureka chapter of the NAACP on Saturday, June 19 at 11:30 a.m. (free). You can Zoom in or watch Facebook Live for virtual workshops, speakers, DJ sets and art performances. Or you can meet up in person on the Arcata Plaza from 2 to 7 p.m., where you’ll find food and more from Black-owned vendor booths. Go to www.blackhumboldt.com for links and details.
Summer Arts Faire This Weekend at the Mateel
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Fri, Jun 18, 2021 at 4:00 AM
The Mateel Community Center presents the 44th Summer Arts Faire Saturday and Sunday, June 19 and 20 with indoor and outdoor stages packed with music to make up for all you've missed this past year and a half. The family friendly event features a mix of regional bands and DJs, over 50 craft and food vendors, local beer and wine and kids activities. Gates open at 10 a.m. each day, music starts at noon and the good times go until late in the evening both nights.
Mainstage performers for Saturday:
Object Heavy, DJ Just One, Special Guest Family, DJ Feral Selector, Blue Luke & the Elements, Hill Honey & the Wildcats, Kings Range, Seed 707.
... and Sunday:
Army & 7th Street Band, DJ J Riggs, Irie Rockerz , Latin Peppers, DJ RunDat, Stealhead, Eclectic Coyotes, Intergalactic Trash, Jammies by 9.
Outside Stage on Saturday:
Funnicators, Gypsy Band, Anna Hamilton, Zach Gravender, Belly Dancing with Desert Lilies, Christina Seraphina & Rockin Rubies, Mihael Kavanaugh.
... and Sunday:
Chris McCurdy & Peter Childs, Gypsy Band, SoHum Girls, Terry Sisters & the Rolling Papers, Belly Dancing with Desert Lilies, Christina Seraphina & Rockin Rubies, Bud Rogers.
Tickets are available online at www.Mateel.org or at the gate for $20 per day, free for kids 12 and under with paid adult, $10 discount each day for MCC members Parking is $20 a car or free with carpools of four or more.
State and local COVID-19 guidelines will be in effect for all attendees.
Mainstage performers for Saturday:
Object Heavy, DJ Just One, Special Guest Family, DJ Feral Selector, Blue Luke & the Elements, Hill Honey & the Wildcats, Kings Range, Seed 707.
... and Sunday:
Army & 7th Street Band, DJ J Riggs, Irie Rockerz , Latin Peppers, DJ RunDat, Stealhead, Eclectic Coyotes, Intergalactic Trash, Jammies by 9.
Outside Stage on Saturday:
Funnicators, Gypsy Band, Anna Hamilton, Zach Gravender, Belly Dancing with Desert Lilies, Christina Seraphina & Rockin Rubies, Mihael Kavanaugh.
... and Sunday:
Chris McCurdy & Peter Childs, Gypsy Band, SoHum Girls, Terry Sisters & the Rolling Papers, Belly Dancing with Desert Lilies, Christina Seraphina & Rockin Rubies, Bud Rogers.
Tickets are available online at www.Mateel.org or at the gate for $20 per day, free for kids 12 and under with paid adult, $10 discount each day for MCC members Parking is $20 a car or free with carpools of four or more.
State and local COVID-19 guidelines will be in effect for all attendees.
Thursday, June 17, 2021
Music, Music, Everywhere!
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 4:00 AM
This week, COVID-19 restrictions are lifting and so are our spirits. As if meeting the moment, the hills, gardens, bars and parks are alive with the sound of music. Every third Sunday of the month through summer, catch live Music in the Garden in the beautiful setting of Humboldt Botanical Garden. This Sunday, June 20, the featured band is California Poppies performing 1960s pop covers from 1 to 3 p.m. For ticket info, visit www.hbgf.org.
And in McKinleyville, shake out those lawn blankets and folding chairs
for Music in the Park. The family favorite event returns to Pierson Park every
Thursday during summer from 6 to 8 p.m. starting June 17 (free). This week, dance to live music from Blue Rhythm Revue and grab some grub from the Los Giles Food Truck. For more info, visit the event page here.
And in McKinleyville, shake out those lawn blankets and folding chairs
for Music in the Park. The family favorite event returns to Pierson Park every
Thursday during summer from 6 to 8 p.m. starting June 17 (free). This week, dance to live music from Blue Rhythm Revue and grab some grub from the Los Giles Food Truck. For more info, visit the event page here.
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Godzilla vs. Monster Zero at the ATL
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Tue, Jun 15, 2021 at 6:00 AM
Go! Go! Go! to the Arcata Theatre Lounge on Wednesday, June 16 for the return of Sci Fi Night with Godzilla vs. Monster Zero (1965) at 6 p.m. ($5). Watch all the kaiju action on the big screen in your best rubber monster suit (cosplay encouraged). Masks required unless actively eating or drinking or burning down Tokyo with your atomic breath. Get tickets for this all-ages event online at www.arcatatheatre.com.
Saturday, June 12, 2021
Take in the Trinidad Art and Otter Walk this Sunday
Posted By Kali Cozyris on Sat, Jun 12, 2021 at 6:00 AM
You otter have art. And Trinidad does! Discover it at the Trinidad Art and Otter Walk on Sunday, June 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Trinidad. Check out five of those adorable otter art statues from the North Coast Otters Public Arts Initiative at spots throughout town. Start at Trinidad Art Gallery to view Donvieve's otter and see featured work by Donvieve and Annie Reid (and pick up a map for finding all the local otters). At Simmons Gallery/Trinidad Coastal Land Trust, view artist Maureen McGarry's otter sculpture and watercolors. Masks and social distancing will be in place at indoor exhibits.
