The CA Indian Big Time & Social Gathering, happening Saturday, April 8, from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the West Gym at Cal Poly Humboldt is a free event where the public has a rare opportunity to see aspects of the diverse and rich cultures of California’s first peoples. At the event, Indigenous people […]
Kali Cozyris
Kali Cozyris is the calendar editor of the North Coast Journal.
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Perilous Plunge this Saturday!
Because we all aren’t entirely wet yet (thanks, Mother Nature), it’s time again for the Perilous Plunge, Redwood Discovery Museum’s wet and wild fundraiser that sees volunteers dressed in silly, imaginative and hilarious costumes jump into the bay to raise money for the museum. Catch the splashy fun Saturday, April 1, starting at 10 a.m. […]
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Croatian Weekend with John Morovich
The Humboldt Folk Dancers invite the public to a Croatian Weekend with John Morovich, an instructor and performer from Seattle, who will be teaching traditional music and dance workshops for everyone, at all levels, with and without dance partners. The weekend’s event kicks off with a Welcome Potluck and Introduction at 6 p.m. at Mad […]
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Cirque Italia’s Paranormal Cirque II in Eureka this Weekend
Step right up, folks and prepare to be dazzled, entertained and perhaps terrified by Cirque Italia’s Paranormal Cirque II, happening March 30-April 3 at the Bayshore Mall ($20-$60). This adrenaline-filled spectacle combines theater, circus and cabaret for mature audiences only (guests under 18 require accompanying parent or guardian). It’s acrobats, illusionists, freaks, mysterious creatures under […]
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Family Fun Series Begins Saturday at Arcata Playhouse
The 17th annual Family Fun Series at the Arcata Playhouse begins with the Honolulu Theatre for Youth performing In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson on Saturday, March 25, at 2 and 7 p.m. ($40 families, $15 general, $10 kids). The play, adapted from an award-winning novel by Bette Bao Lord, tells the […]
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Logger Bar
There are numerous St. Patrick’s Day celebrations happening across the county (check this week’s calendar and Setlist), but we’re highlighting this one because it’s full-kilt Irish fun! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Logger Bar on Friday, March 17 from 5 p.m. to close (free) — and wish Michael Fields congrats on the one-year anniversary […]
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Fun Irish Shindig to Benefit the Temperance Hall
Enjoy An Evening of Irish Music and Humor, a benefit to support the repairs, site improvements and beautification of the 130-year-old Temperance Hall at the corner of Old Arcata and Jacoby Creek Roads, happening Friday, March 17, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Temperance Hall ($20, $18 online advance). This shindig should be a […]
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Seed, Plant and Scion Exchange at Arcata Community Center
Gardeners all over the county are ready for this cold and snowy winter to blow over and be gone. They’re ready for sunshine, soil and seeds of spring! Helping them get ready for those glorious days ahead is the Humboldt Permaculture Guild and its Seed, Plant & Scion Exchange, happening Saturday, March 11, from 11 […]
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Jay Leno Performs Two Shows at the Arkley
Comedian, writer and former long-running host of The Tonight Show Jay Leno takes the stage at the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, Feb. 26, for two shows: one at 4 p.m. and another at 7:30 p.m. ($85-$175). Leno became a household name and face after taking over hosting duties for The Tonight […]
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Dance to the Latin Peppers Tonight
Shake, shake, shake, Señora! The Arcata Playhouse presents another night of high energy dance music for your weekend pleasure — this time courtesy of the Latin Peppers on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 8 p.m. ($15). Enjoy drinks from the bar then get moving on the dance floor as the Peppers heat things up with salsa […]
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Dirty Dancing at the Eureka Theater
See Jennifer Grey leap into Patrick Swayze’s arms and be lifted in all her 1987 glory on the big screen when the Eureka Theater shows Dirty Dancing on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 7:30 p.m. ($10, $5 ages 12 and under). Return to Kellerman’s resort with Frances “Baby” Houseman, Johnny Castle and the rest of your […]
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2023 Pet Photo Contest Winners
When it comes time to free up space on your phone, you’ve got hard choices to make. Swiping through dozens of photos of your dog giving you the Saturday side-eye or your kitty swatting at a low hanging ornament like a punching bag … You’ve got insane love for your pet and those treasured shots […]