For the 35th year, Reggae on the River, which has seen its share of tumult and financial struggle, brought crowds, musicians, artists and vendors to a multi-day party on the North Coast after a five-year absence. From Aug. 2-4, reggae lovers returned to County Line Ranch for camping and live performances, hosted by the Mateel […]
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Music Tonight: Saturday, March 23
The Mateel Community Center is hosting a free showing of the cult film Ganjasaurus Rex at 6 p.m. Afterward, the event becomes a ticketed affair, with general admission running at $25 and VIP perks — including table service and seats near the action — going for $60. The action in question consists of two burlesque […]
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May the Forest Moon Fest Be with You
The Force is strong with us Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3 during the Forest Moon Festival celebrating the 40th anniversary of the locally filmed Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (free). It’s the best of the original trilogy (disagree? strike me down!) and you can watch free screenings on Saturday around the county. Get […]
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Music Tonight: Thursday, April 20
Well, it’s 4/20, so cheers to those who celebrate. If you are among that crowd, you should consider going to the Mateel today at 4 p.m., where a great smoke out is being staged with a proper soundtrack of reggae music. Junior Toots is the son of the late, great Toots Hibbert of the Maytals […]
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Rize Up, Reggae Fans
If you’re a fan of reggae star Nattali Rize and haven’t seen her live since Reggae on the River in 2017, don’t miss your chance to catch her this Saturday, Sept. 3, at Mateel Community Center ($25, $20 advance). Rize is back to raise the roof and the vibes with her six-piece band from Australia […]
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Two Chances to Catch Pato Banton Next Week
Reggae star Pato Banton and his band the Now Generation are making the rounds in Humboldt this week offering two all-ages, family friendly shows. Catch the good vibes first on Monday, July 19 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Mateel Community Center (free, donations welcome). Then find the fun at Forever Found in Eureka as […]
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Summer Arts Faire This Weekend at the Mateel
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 […]
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Drive Thru Dinner Fundraisers
Dinner conundrum? Problem solved. A few local organizations are serving up the goods at their fundraising dinners this week offering a variety of choices. It’s eats made easy, folks — delicious, nutritious and you don’t even have to get out of your car. The Rotary Club of Southwest Eureka is grilling plump bratwursts for The Best […]
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Drive Through Dinners at the Mateel
Looking for a quick, easy and oh-so-tasty dinner option tonight? The popular Mateel Drive Through Dinners offering delicious dishes prepared by local chefs are back this Friday, March 5, with Chef Sean DeVries of SH BBQ preparing “woodfired grub,” available for pick up between noon and 6:30 p.m. (note the new time) at Mateel Community […]
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Drive-through Dinners at the Mateel
SoHum is taking drive-through cuisine next level starting next week with a rotating roster of chefs creating Friday night to-go meals you can pick up at the Mateel Community Center. Guest chef Annikah Hogan kicks off the summer’s offerings on June 26 from 4-9 p.m. with “Ginger Lemongrass Pulled Pork, Asian coleslaw, coconut rice, shrimp, […]
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The Mateel Presents Summer Arts Video Tribute on YouTube
Missing the Summer Arts and Music Festival this year? You’re not alone. The beloved two-day event, typically presented the first weekend in June for the last 44 years, was cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Originally scheduled for June 6 and 7, 2020, the event sees the Benbow State Recreation Area moving and grooving […]
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Mateel Announces Reggae Legacy to Replace ROTR
After High Times abruptly cancelled this year’s Reggae on the River festival, the Mateel Community Center Board of Directors decided to offer an alternative event located entirely at the financially strapped Community Hall. Today, they announced what they are calling the Reggae Legacy 2019 event on the traditional ROTR dates, the first weekend in August. […]