OK, here we go. This Setlist week sees the transfer of days from one Roman emperor’s month to another’s. From the hot and chaotic days of Julius Caesar’s July to the more august days of — well — August, the month of a much longer-lived Caesar. History, namesakes, birthdays, gemstones and zodiacal creatures aside, there […]
Soul Night
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Passages
Humboldt State’s graduation weekend manifests itself in many ways. Students exhale as the final assignment is turned in and the world crowns them official adults. Parents rejoice in their children’s accomplishments and start worrying about what’s next. Arcata residents grumble at the weekend’s increased chaos and look forward to summer’s lessened population. Inspiring words pop […]
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Shake, Rattle & Roll
Did you already forget about Sunday night’s earthquake? If you don’t have your emergency supplies prepped and packed, stop reading and take care of that, pronto. Ready? Good. Now let’s talk about the supplies you’ll need to get through the next week. First, plenty of water. You’ll appreciate the hydration. (Don’t raid the earthquake kit!) […]
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A Motherlode of a Week
Dear Humboldt, our local talent bookers have been going a little nuts making sure you have no excuse to stay home. Please read on and plan accordingly. Friday’s bonanza First and foremost, on Friday night, Motherlode is releasing a debut live CD, All in Good Time featuring DJ Logic, Bill Summers and legendary trombonist Fred […]
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From the Hum: Soul Night, Thursday edition
Photo courtesy Freak Photo Well, hey — it’s Soul Night at Humboldt Brews. On a Thursday. “We figured, what better way to start off a new year fresh than try out a Friday morning hangover?” say the purveyors of aforementioned soul. Hop aboard with Jaymorg, King Maxwell, Matt’n’Adam and more. You can never go wrong […]
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Jump Around
We’ve reached that time of year when live music options briefly wind down. It’s a bit of a shame, since we have also arrived at that time of year when the nights are at their longest. But before you resign yourself to: a.) once again going through your entire Seinfeld DVD collection because Christmas sucks […]
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Give Thanks
According to my Facebook friends, November is about two things: mustaches and gratitude. Men, I hope you’ve been able to meet your facial hair goals. With regards to the expressing appreciation theme, here goes: Despite the onslaught of press releases relaying all the crime and horror surrounding us, the fact is, Humboldt County remains a […]
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Soul Night: What You Missed and Get Your Tickets Now
DJ Matt Jackson Many years ago, pitching the idea that Arcatans would come out to a dance party would have sparked incredulity at best, derision at worst. Somehow, though, the guys from Missing Link – and Hum Brews’ management – saw an opportunity and pounced. For over two years, DJs Matt and Adam and friends […]
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From the Hum: Shoes and shows
If you read The Hum in print or online this week, you know it’s all about the shoes. We had to have some way to help you choose your Saturday night… Post-apocalpytic folk genius Boots caked with farm dirt? Then it’s John Craigie at the Arcata Playhouse for you. Excellent choice. Craigie has shared various […]
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Best Foot Forward
The biggest deal in Humboldt this weekend is, of course, the North Country Fair. Be sure to check out the full fair schedule in the calendar. Now, look at your feet. What’s on them shoe-wise? Let’s use that information to figure out what you’re doing Saturday night. Post-apocalpytic folk genius Boots caked with farm dirt? […]
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Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Judging from the escalated aggravation level that driving through Arcata elicits, we’ve hit that point in the year when Humboldt State University is about to swing back into session. Some of these students will fall in love with the area, and some will fall in love with people who live here. Those students in love […]