Calendar Aug. 19–26, 2021
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American Graffiti, 1973
Big Picture Movies’ summer of drive-in movies culminates Friday with the ultimate-end-of-summer-cruising flick, American Graffiti (1973) showing Friday, Aug. 20 in the big lot across from Redwood Acres Fairgrounds. Gates open at 7:15 p.m. Show at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.bigpicturemovies.com/product/american-graffiti. Catch another outdoor movie — this one at Arcata Ball Park — when Decriminalize Nature Humboldt and the Humboldt Psychedelic Society present Fantastic Fungi w/Guest Speakers on Saturday, Aug. 21 from 6 to 10 p.m. ($15 suggested donation). Gates at 6 p.m. Movie at 8 p.m. Bring a chair and a blanket for lawn seating for this one.
ue to the sharp increase in COVID-19 cases in the area, many events are in flux. Please check our online calendar for event changes and contact information and contact the venue before heading out. We’ll do our best to be as current as we can with the rapidly changing info.
19 Thursday BOOKS
YA Book Group - Far Less by Kathy Wollenberg. Third Thursday of every month, 6-7 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Youth 12-19 can sign up to join the discussion of a book about a homeless 17 year old living in the Arcata Community Forest. Led by Larissa of Tin Can Mailman. Free. www.facebook.com/events. 822-5954.
DANCE Dances of Brazil. 5:30 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Learn Brazilian dances with instructors Rocío Cristal and María Vanderhorst. All levels. Limited to five people. Register online. $15. talavera.rocio@gmail.com.
MUSIC
Spaceballs, 1987
The Arcata Theatre Lounge has a couple indoor films on tap this week starting with the Mel Brooks sci-fi sendup Spaceballs (1987), Sunday, Aug. 22 at 5 p.m. ($8) followed later in the week by Sci-Fi Night featuring Luc Besson’s The Fifth Element (1997), Wednesday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. ($5). Incorporate your N-95 into a creative costume as cosplay is “highly encouraged” for both events. And while cosplay is encouraged, COVID-19 rules and regulations for these indoor events will be enforced.
Pierson Park Music in the Park. 6-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and some food, or bring an appetite and enjoy one of the local food trucks onsite. Aug. 19 - The Undercovers; Sept. 2 – Ghost Train; Sept. 9 – Blue Rhythm Revue. Free. Summer Concert Series. 6-8 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Open-air music each week on Eureka’s waterfront through Aug. 19. Presented by the city of Eureka, Bicoastal Media, Coast Central Credit Union and Eureka Main Street. Free. www. eurekamainstreet.org.
SPOKEN WORD The Writers Lounge via Zoom. 7:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. A writing workshop geared toward stand-up and comedy. Zoom Room: 857 4217 6054. Password: writers. Join Zoom Meeting www.us02web. zoom.us/j/85742176054?pwd=dWp4UGVqaUVYQ0wzekVnZkZ0VlMzZz09.
EVENTS
Courtesy of the Clarke Historical Museum
Join the Clarke Museum, Humboldt Asian Pacific Islanders In Solidarity (HAPI) and the Eureka Chinatown Project for Eureka Chinatown Walking Tour, Saturday, Aug. 21 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. ($10-$20 sliding). The tour, starting at the Clarke Historical Museum, is a 0.8-mile flat walk to historic sites along city streets, including a viewing of the new mural that was added to the historic site of Chinatown during the Eureka Street Art Festival. There is no seating on the tour and only 20 spots available. Reserve your spot and get tickets online at www.clarkemuseum.org.
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Arcata House Partnership’s 30-Year Anniversary Virtual Celebration Event. 7-8:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. The celebration and excerpts of the play A Woman’s Place is in Her Home will be broadcast live on Access Humboldt and stream on Arcata House Partnership’s Facebook page. Register at www. eventbrite.com. Free. Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. Fair theme: “County Fair with a Western Flair.” Horse racing, vendors, carnival, exhibits, livestock and more.
FOR KIDS Children’s Summer Meal Program. Noon-12:30 p.m. Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. Breakfast and lunch in one to-go bag for children 18 and under and people 21 and under who are disabled. No paperwork or eligibility checks required. Main serving site at the school augmented by mobile sites: 2575 Alliance Road (10:40-11 a.m.), Manila Park (11:15-11:25 a.m.) and Sunny Brae Middle School (11:40-11:50 a.m.).
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Free. 839-5219. Fortuna Library Recorded Readings. Virtual World, Online. Hosted by the Fortuna Branch Library on its Facebook page. www.facebook.com/HumCoLibraryFortuna. MARZ Project. Noon-5 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Humboldt and Del Norte county youth ages 12 to 26 learn to express themselves creatively in visual art, audio and video production. All MARZ students have free access to equipment, software and training. Meets via Zoom by appointment. Free. marzproject@ inkpeople.org. 442-8413. Virtual Junior Rangers. 11:30 a.m. Virtual World, Online. North Coast Redwoods District of California State Parks offers kids’ programs and activities about coast redwoods, marine protected areas and more, plus Junior Ranger badges. Register online and watch live. www.bit.ly/NCRDVirtualJuniorRanger.
FOOD Free Produce Market. Third Thursday of every month, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fortuna Adventist Community Services, 2331 S. Main St. Fresh fruits and vegetables for income-eligible people. Some markets have samples, cooking tips and demos, and assistance applying for CalFresh. Bring reusable bags. Henderson Center Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Henderson Center, Henderson near F Street, Eureka. Fresh local produce, straight from the farmer. Live music every week. www.northcoastgrowersassociation.org/. 441-9999. McKinleyville Farmers Market. 3-6 p.m. Eureka Natural Foods, McKinleyville, 2165 Central Ave. Local, GMO-free produce. Live music. Free. www.northcoastgrowersassociation.org/. Willow Creek Farmers Market. 4-7 p.m. Veteran’s Park, 100 Kimtu Road, Willow Creek. Fresh local produce, straight from the farmer. Prepared food vendors. www.northcoastgrowersassociation.org.
MEETINGS Ujima Parent Peer Support. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. For BIPOC families. See www. facebook.com/HC-Black-Music-Arts-Association-104727504645663 for more information. hcblackmusicnarts@gmail.com. Virtual Whiteness Accountability Space. Noon-1 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Community members who identify as white are invited to weekly conversations led by white facilitator from Equity Arcata. Email for the Zoom link. equityarcata@gmail.com.
OUTDOORS Live from Behind the Redwood Curtain. Ongoing, 3-3:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. California State Parks’ North Coast Redwoods District is broadcasting programs featuring tall trees and rugged seas from state parks via Facebook. Free. www.facebook.com/ NorthCoastRedwoods.
ETC English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. This class offers pronunciation, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, verb conjugations and common expressions. All levels welcome. Join anytime. Free. www. englishexpressempowered.com. Restorative Movement. 10:30-11:30 a.m. & 2-3 p.m. Virtual World, Online. SoHum Health presents classes focused on strength and mobility (Tuesday), and on relaxation and breath work (Thursday). Contact
instructor Ann Constantino for online orientation. $3-$5 donation per class, no one is turned away for lack of funds. annconstantino@gmail.com. www. sohumhealth.org. 923-3921.
20 Friday COMEDY
Larry the Cable Guy: Remain Seated--POSTPONED. 5:30 & 8 p.m. Sapphire Palace, Blue Lake Casino, 777 Casino Way. POSTPONED. The multiplatinum recording artist, Grammy nominee and Billboard award-winning comedian. $75. www.bluelakecasino.com.
MOVIES Outdoor Movies at Redwood Acres Fairgrounds. Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. In the big lot on the North side of Harris Street. Movies start at sundown with audio on FM radio. Aug. 20: American Graffiti (1973). Tickets online. www. bigpicturemovies.com.
MUSIC Pressure - D’vinity - Zero One. 9 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. COVID-19 rules and regulations enforced. Masks required at all times unless actively eating or drinking at your table. $10. www.arcatatheatre.com. Shelter n Play. 6 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Public group on Facebook made up of locals. Open mic for all skill levels, all styles, everyone’s welcome to watch or perform. Sign-ups Wednesdays at noon. www. facebook.com/groups/224856781967115. TBAM - Trinidad Bay Art and Music Festival. 8-10 p.m. Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity St. Live classical music concerts (from Beethoven to modern) presented alongside artwork. All performers and artists are locals, former locals or connected to the area. Refreshments offered by Trinidad Town Hall. Proof of COVID vaccination or negative COVID test taken within 72 hours is required for entry. Masks required. $30. tbamfest@gmail.com. www.tbamfest.com.
EVENTS Friday Night Market--POSTPONED. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Madaket Plaza, Foot of C Street, Eureka. Postponed due to the steep rise in cases and hospitalizations associated with the Delta variant in Humboldt County. Free. Humboldt County Fair. Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 Fifth St., Ferndale. See Aug. 19 listing.
FOR KIDS Children’s Summer Meal Program. Noon-12:30 p.m. Arcata Elementary School, 2400 Baldwin St. See Aug. 19 listing. MARZ Project. Noon-5 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See Aug. 19 listing.
FOOD Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. Local farmers, prepared food vendors and crafters bring their bounty to Southern Humboldt. Non-GMO produce. EBT accepted and Market Match is offered. Free. info@ northcoastgrowersassociation.org. www.northcoastgrowersassociation.org. 441-9999. Summer Lunch Food Fridays. Noon-5 p.m. Dream Quest, 100 Country Club Drive, Willow Creek. Families with children ages 18 and younger can pick up a free box of groceries and produce. www.dreamquestwillowcreek.org. (530) 629-3564.
