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photographed array of fight choreography alongside almost seamless special effects sequences. The result is a handsome, fastpaced, intermittently funny summer blockbuster that puts most others to shame. PG13. 126m.
DANCE WITH DEBBIE BALLROOM WORKSHOP. 2hr. workshop/ $12 per person in Swing, Latin, Hustle, Arm styling, Dips & Fancy Endings, and More! call (707) 464−3638 or Check calendar at dancewithdebbie@dancewithdebbie.biz (DMT−0822)
Previews
2 GUNS. So, Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg are cops, right? And they’re, like, both undercover but they don’t know about each other being cops. Hoo boy, you can imagine what happens next. R. 109m. THE SMURFS 2. I’d whine about popular culture’s rapid descent into sub-moronic drool puddles, but what’s the point? Smurfs 3 is already being made. The game is lost. I’ll be over here weeping. PG. 105m. If you’re a movie buff who’s never been to Ocean Night at the Arcata Theatre Lounge, dive in this Friday at 6:30 p.m. They’re showing Deep Water (2006), a richly compelling and suspenseful documentary about a British man who in 1968 entered an around-the-world solo sailing competition and wound up ... well, just go see it. PG. 92m. On Sunday, baste your children in 1950s gender stereotypes with Disney’s Cinderella. G. 74m. And next Wednesday’s Sci-Fi Pint and Pizza Night brings Son of Hercules in the Land of Darkness (1964), an Italian swordand-sandal throwaway. Doors at 6 p.m.
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THE CONJURING. A stylish, old-fashioned creepfest complete with haunted house and exorcism from the director of the first Saw. R. 112m. GROWN UPS 2. Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock and David Spade embarrass themselves and insult your intelligence. PG13. 101m. PACIFIC RIM. Giant monsters versus giant robots. Result? Giant awesomeness. PG13. 132m. DESPICABLE ME 2. Reformed villain Gru (Steve Carell) and his cute little peanut minions get recruited by the Anti-Villain League in this charming animated comedy. PG. 98m. THE HEAT. Sandra Bullock, as an overachieving FBI agent, and Melissa McCarthy, as a brash, foul-mouthed Boston cop, fight crime in this comedy from the director of Bridesmaids. R. 117m. RED 2. A group of retired CIA operatives get framed as international terrorists and have to fight back. Starring Bruce Willis, Helen Mirren and Anthony Hopkins. PG13. 116m. R.I.P.D. Jeff Bridges and Ryan Reynolds star as undead sheriffs hunting for lost souls in this effects-driven action comedy. PG13. 96m. TURBO. The latest from Dreamworks Animation imagines a garden snail who longs to be fast. Voice talent from Ryan Reynolds, Paul Giamatti and Michael Peña. PG.
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HULA FOR HEALTH! drop−in community activity is for ANYONE & will focus on the fluid movements used by Hawaiians for centuries. Hula is the folk dance of the Hawaiian Islands & expresses joy & passion while moving the body. Most Sat’s in Arts & Crafts room at Arcata Community Center , 9− 11ish. $3. Drop−in fee for adults For information: Tina (808) 348−1928 or DeAnna (707) 839−2816. dsander1@arcatanet.com (DMT−0808) List your class – just 50 cents/word per issue! Deadline: Monday, noon. Place online at www.northcoastjournal.com or e-mail: classified@northcoastjournal.com. Listings must be paid in advance by check, cash or Visa/MasterCard. Many classes require pre-registration.
Arts & Crafts
NATURAL COLORS TO DYE FOR WITH LINDA HARTSHORN. Create a full spectrum of color on wool yarn or silk fabric with dyes from plants, minerals, and an insect! Sat.−Sun. Aug. 10−11, 10 a.m− 4 p.m. $150 plus $35 materials. Sproule Studios, Fortuna. (707) 725−9124, www.sproulestudios.com. (AC−0808) STAINDED GLASS WORKSHOPS: FOIL & LEAD CAME TECHNIQUE. Do you love the beautiful color in a stained glass window, and the way the light streams through it? Reserve your seat as class’s fill fast. Foil Technique, Thurs. & Fri’s. 1 p.m− 6 p.m. July 25− Aug. 9, $100 per class, Lead Came Technique, Sat’s 9 a.m− 5 p.m, July 27 & Aug. 10, $125 per class. For more info. contact Art at JSG Studios (707) 633−6266, (707) 954−0836, or jsgstudios@gmail.com. (AC−0801)
Communication
WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT METH USE IN HUMBOLDT COUNTY? Practical help in preventing meth use will be offered at Lifetree Café on Sun., Aug. 4, 7 p.m. Lifetree Café is located on the corner of Union and 13th St., Arcata
Computer
INTRO TO ADOBE PHOTOSHOP. A fast−paced hands−on exploration of the imaging application for digital camera enthusiasts, designers and other digital media artists. With Annie Reid. Tues./Thurs., Aug. 27−Sept. 10, 6:30−9 p.m. Fee: $135. Call HSU College of eLearning and Extended Education to register: 826−3731 or visit www.humboldt.edu/ extended (CMP−0815)
Dance/Music/Theater/Film
BEGINNING STEEL DRUM. Mon. evenings Aug. 12− 26, 7−8 p.m., Pan Arts Network, 1049 Samoa Blvd., Suite C. $50, (707) 407−8998, info@panarts network.com (DMT−0825)
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KLAMATH RIVER MANDOJAM, AUG. 22 − 25 Weekend of workshops & jamming on the River for all acoustic stringed instruments. (530) 627− 3379, mail@sandybar.com , www.sandybar.com MUSIC LESSONS. Piano, Guitar, Voice, Flute, etc. Piano tuning, Instrument repair. Digital multi−track recording. (707) 476−9239. (DMT−1226)
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REDWOOD RAKS WORLD DANCE STUDIO, ARCATA. West African, Belly Dance, Tango, Salsa, Swing, Breakdance, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Zumba, Hula, Congolese, more! Kids and Adults, 616−6876. (DMT−1226) THE HUMBOLDT UKULELE GROUP. gathers once or twice a month in Arcata. We play all kinds of music. We use a word/chord format that anyone can learn. Beginners are welcome.3rd Thursday at Arcata Community Center 5:30ish to 7:30ish ($3.00 per person) Over 400 songs (707) 839−2816 dsander1@arcatanet.com (DMT−0801) WEST AFRICAN DANCE. Tues.s, Thurs.s, 5:30−7 p.m., at Redwood Raks, Arcata. All levels welcome. Live drumming. Dulce, 832−9547, Christina, 498− 0146. (DMT−1226)
3 Workshops with Master Knitter Lily Chin Sat, Sept 14 & Sun, Sept 15 • Reversible Cables (9/14, 9am -Noon) Learn which stitches, yarns, and needles are ideal for reversible cables,and how to chart them. Make scarves, shawls, afghans where both sides look great! • Alternative Closures (9/14, 2-5 pm) Learn several stylish alternatives beyond buttons and buttonholes for closing up garments. Learn trick and hints and what to avoid. • Reversible Color Knitting (9/15, 11 am-6 pm) Colorwork techniques that make both sides lovely. Covered will be double-knitting, pinstriped brioche or tuck, and several knitpurl combinations.
Call 707.442.9276 for details or www.northcoastknittery.com NORTHCOAST KNITTERY 320 2nd St. between D&E, Eureka Space is Limited!
Fitness
AIKIDO. Aikido is a beautiful, powerful, yet non− aggressive martial art that provides an effective method for developing our human potential. You will gain center, balance, coordination, flexibility, self−confidence and fluidity as well as insight into deeper meaning in your life. Beginning enrollment is ongoing for both kids and adults! Come observe anytime. The dojo entrance is off the F St. parking lot behind the Arcata Plaza. Adult class every weeknight 6 p.m.; kids Mon, Wed. 4 p.m. www.northcoastaikido.org, info@northcoastaikido.org, 826−9395.(F−1226) BEGINNING TO ADVANCED GROUP PILATES. In− crease your potential through a Mindful move− ment practice at Arcata Core Pilates Studio! Begin− ning−Advanced group Pilates mat classes, reformer classes and Privates training sessions Mon.−Sat. Trainers are certified from Stott Pilates, an interna− tional certification agency Where modern princi− ples of exercise science and rehabilitation are studied. Questions or to sign up Call 845−8156 or email arcatacorepilates@gmail.com or visit: arcatacorepilatesstudio.com continued on next page
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