Calendar April 20 – 27, 2023

Food

Volunteer Orientation Food for People. 3-4 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Help fight hunger and improve nutrition in the community. Visit the website to be invited to a Zoom orientation. Free. volunteer@foodforpeople.org. foodforpeople.org/volunteering. (707) 445-3166, ext. 310.

ETC

Celebrate Earth Day this Saturday, April 22 , by getting out and embracing the beauty of our natural spaces, picking up some trash or gathering with friends to learn more about being good stewards of our planet. From 10 a.m. to noon at Eureka Labor Temple, join Northcoast Environmental Center and 350.org/Th!rd Act to learn about climate justice at local, state and national levels. There will be presentations by Congressmember Jared Huffman, local environmental activities, free breakfast and more. Call (707) 834-2194 to RSVP (free). Over at Pierson Park , there’s an Earth Day Celebration happening from 3 to 8 p.m ., with music, food and craft vendors, tabling and educational activities, speakers and kids’ activities (free). Down the street, check out the Earth Day Celebration at the Bigfoot Taproom from 1 to 6 p.m . They’ll be hosting vendors with plants, upcycled garden art and other art, as well as household composting solutions (free entry).

20 Thursday

ART

Cal Poly Humboldt Art Dept. Graduates Exhibition

Reception. 5-7 p.m. Reese Bullen Gallery, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. Showcasing Humboldt’s graduating art majors and minors work, including painting, ceramics, photography, printmaking, jewelry, sculpture and media arts. art.humboldt.edu/galleries.

Eureka Photoshop Users Group Photography Show. Hagopian Art Gallery, Humboldt County Library (upstairs), 1313 Third St., Eureka. Award-winning members present traditional photography, abstracts, digital art, collages and more through April 28.

Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. With a live model. Bring your own art supplies. Call to contact Clint. $5. synapsisperformance.com. (707) 362-9392.

“Spiritual Detour -> This Way”. Brenda Tuxford Gallery, 422 First St., Eureka. Twenty-five artworks by 19 Humboldt artists celebrate serendipity and coincidence through April.

Thursday Night Art. 4-7 p.m. The Sanctuary, 1301 J St., Arcata. Bring your own supplies or use what’s around to collage, paint, draw, make an art book. Bring an instrument to jam in the Great Hall. Free, $5-$20 donation appreciated. sanctuaryarcata.org.

Books

Beelzebub’s Tales to His Grandson Radio Hour. 10-11 p.m. The final episode and the last chapter of GI Gurdjieff’s All and Everything (Second Series): “Meetings With Remarkable Men,” Episode 16: The Material Question: Part 3. Free. rybopp@suddenlink. net. HumboldtHotAir.org. (707) 826-7567.

Calling all film buffs and cinephiles: The Humboldt International Film Fest gets rolling for its 56th year, April 20-23, with nightly showings at the Minor Theatre ($12 general, free for Cal Poly Humboldt students). The four-night event is the culmination of CPH film students’ call for entries for filmmakers to submit their short films to the longest student-run film festival in the world. Check out shorts in animation, documentary, experimental and narrative categories, and take part in visiting artist talks and workshops. Get more info online at hsufilmfestival.com.

Comedy

Drink & Draw. 6 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Self-guided art space and place hosted by Jessica Grant. Bring your own supplies or use ours. Snacks, drinks, friendly atmosphere. All ages w/caution for language. Ages 21 and up. Free. info@ savagehenrycomedy.com. www.savagehenrycomedy. com. (707) 845-8864.

Lecture

Kieval Lecture. 7-8:30 p.m. Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. Glen Van Brummelen delivers a lecture titled “Revolutions in the Heavens and the Earth: The Story of Trigonometry.” In room 135 of the Science-B Building. Free. math@humboldt.edu. (707) 826-3143.

Movies

Cheech and Chong’s Up In Smoke. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Eureka Theater, 612 F St. Special 420 presentation. Two stoners unknowingly smuggle a van made entirely of marijuana from Mexico to L.A., with incompetent Sgt. Stedenko on their trail. Doors at 6:30 p.m. 10 adults, $5 ages 12 and under. info@theeurekatheater.com. eureka-theater. org/event/cheech-and-chongs-up-in-smoke/. (707) 442-2970.

Humboldt International Film Fest. Minor Theatre, 1013 H St., Arcata. Four nights of original short films from all over the world in animation, documentary, experimental and narrative categories. Plus, visiting artist talks and workshops. $12 general, free for Cal Poly Humboldt students. hsufilmfestival.com/.

Music

Hip Hop Thursdays. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. The Jam, 915 H St., Arcata. Chuck Angeles, Starcata and Pressure. Free. thejamarcata.com. (707) 822-5266.

The Jimmie Lahman Band. 7-10 p.m. The SpeakEasy, 411 Opera Alley, Eureka. Live music outside in the patio. Free. lahmantone5@gmail.com. (707) 499-9031.

Clear your calendars, friends of the fruity. Two nights of uproariously fun debauchery await you at Papaya Lounge Rumble Royale II: Sloppy Seconds happening Friday, April 21 , and Saturday, April 22 , at 7:30 p.m. at Septentrio Tasting Room , ($35). Billed as Pee-wee’s Playhouse meets Absolutely Fabulous, you can guess the vibe of this adults-only cabaret. Doors at 6 p.m. for food by the Nosh and pre-show dancing at 6:30 p.m. This show is 21 and up.

McKinleyville Community Choir Rehearsal. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Arcata Presbyterian Church, 670 11th St. Join if you like to sing or play an instrument. Reading music or prior experience not necessary. Rehearsals are every Thursday evening. ccgreene46@gmail.com. (831) 419-3247.

Oryan Peterson-Jones. 6-8 p.m. Humboldt Bay Social Club, 900 New Navy Base Road, Samoa. Live music. Free. humboldtbaysocialclub.com.

Pat Holland. 6-9 p.m. Redwood Curtain Brewing Co. Myrtle Ave. Tasting Room, 1595 B Myrtle Ave., Eureka. Acoustic guitar songs. Free. path63b@gmail.com.

Theater

The Humboldt Circus Presents Clownspiracy. 7:47 p.m. Gist Hall Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. Three nights of clowny cryptids, big-top bigfoots and entertaining extraterrestrials. Be hypnotized by jugglers and flow artists alike in a looking glass landscape. For audiences age 18 and over. Tickets cash only at the door, $1 off with a costume or handbill. $10, $8 student. thehumboldtcircus@gmail.com.

Events

4/20 Celebration. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Herb & Market Humboldt, 427 H St., Arcata. DJs, food, boba, brands and local artisans from 2:15 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. with a special surprise dropping at 4:20 p.m. Free. Herbandmarket@ gmail.com. (707) 630-4221.

420 Smokeout. Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway. Roots reggae music, food, cannabis lounge and pop-up market. $25, free for 12 and under. mateel.org.

Lumberjack Days. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. Celebrate the return of Lumberjack Days with six afternoons of live music including The Original Wailers, hip-hop star Quaodad 400, garage rockers L.A. Witch, the reggaetón of La Doña, the Americana of Gabe Lee and the blues of GA-20.

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. sohumhealth.org. (707) 923-3921.

21 Friday

Comedy

Home Improv-ment. 7 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Hosted by Stephanie Knowles with no pressure, just fun and a chance to try something out of your comfort zone. Free, donations accepted. savagehenrycomedy.com. (707) 845-8864.

Please Don’t Leave. 11 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Scott Hoyle runs this improv-based comedy show with a rotating panel of the best local comedians and touring comics. $5. info@savagehenrycomedy.com. savagehenrycomedy.com. (707) 845-8864.

Lecture

Science on Tap: Fish and Geology. 5-7 p.m. Mad River Brewing Co. & Tap Room, 101 Taylor Way, Blue Lake. Tom Leroy, an engineering geologist and project manager at Pacific Watershed Associates, speaks on “How the geology of the Pacific Northwest has influenced salmon evolution and habitat distribution.” info@erwig.org. erwig.org/events.html.

Movies

Humboldt International Film Fest. Minor Theatre, 1013 H St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

Music

Canary and the Vamp. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity St. Westhaven Center for the Arts presents Canary and the Vamp: jazz manouche meets banshee flapper. Doors at 7 p.m. Snacks/drinks available. $10-$20 sliding scale. westhavenarts@gmail.com. (707) 834-2479.

Dreams On Fire. 5-8 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. Buckle in for melodic indie-arthouse, space-rock from a local favorite. family@ gyppo.com. gyppo.com. (707) 986-7700.

Eureka Symphony Dramatic Fantasies. 8 p.m. Arkley Center for the Performing Arts, 412 G St., Eureka. Ethel Smyth’s “The Wrecking Overture,” Czech composer Bohuslav Martin’s “Rhapsody-Concerto” for viola and orchestra featuring soloist Ivo Bukolic and “Pines of Rome” by Ottorino Respighi. $19-$49 (RUSH tickets at door at 7 p.m. are $10 with student ID, $15 adult).

Friday Night Jazz. 7-10 p.m. The SpeakEasy, 411 Opera Alley, Eureka. Live local jazz with the Opera Alley Cats. Free. elvisatemydonuts@hotmail.com. (707) 444-2244.

Live Music. 6-8:30 p.m. Fieldbrook Market & Eatery, 4636 Fieldbrook Road. Every Friday, local bands play folk, bluegrass, Americana. Always family friendly. Check Facebook or Instagram for the lineup. Free. fieldbrookmarket@gmail.com. (707) 633-6097. Opera Alley Cats. 7-10 p.m. The SpeakEasy, 411 Opera Al- ley, Eureka. Professional-level jazz twice a week with cool vibes and great people. Free. thespeakeasybar@yahoo. com. facebook.com/speakeasyeureka. (707) 444-2244. Ray Bevatori and Michael Curran. 5-8 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. From Hank to Hendrix, a serenade of happy-to-lonesome songs and acoustic melodies inspired by the music of the ‘60s. family@gyppo.com. gyppo.com/calendar-of-events. (707) 986-7700.

Roots and Boots. 8 p.m. Bear River Recreation Center, 265 Keisner Road, Loleta. Three of the voices that defined ‘90s country music. Doors at 6:30 p.m. Ages 21 and up.

Theater

The Book of Will Redwood Curtain Theatre, 220 First St., Eureka. The heartfelt and hilarious true story of the artists and friends who undertook the Herculean effort to publish the Bard’s plays in the wake of his death. Through May 13. redwoodcurtain.com.

The Humboldt Circus Presents Clownspiracy. 7:47 p.m. Gist Hall Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See April 20 listing.

Papaya Lounge Rumble Royale II: Sloppy Seconds. 7:30 p.m. Septentrio Tasting Room, 650 Sixth St., Arcata. An innovative and blatantly naughty cabaret. Doors at 6 p.m. and pre-show prancin’ at 6:30 p.m. with DJ Dry Hump. Ages 21 and up. $35.

Sister Act 8 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. A feel-good musical comedy based on the 1992 film. Get tickets online. ferndalerep.org.

Events

College of the Redwoods Plant Sale. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Annuals, perennials, vegetables, succulents, culinary herbs, houseplants, native plants and landscape plants propagated and grown by students are available at the CR greenhouse. Benefits the greenhouse operation and the agriculture program.

Lumberjack Days. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

For Kids

Kid’s Night at the Museum. 5:30-8 p.m. Redwood Discovery Museum, 612 G St., Eureka. Drop off your 3.5-12 year old for interactive exhibits, science experiments, crafts and games, exploring the planetarium, playing in the water table or jumping into the soft blocks. $17-$20. info@discovery-museum.org. discovery-museum.org/ classesprograms.html. (707) 443-9694.

Weekly Preschool Storytime. Eureka Library, 1313

Third St. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in the children’s room. For children 2 to 6 years old with their caregivers and other family members. Free. manthony@co.humboldt.ca.us. humboldtgov.org/ Calendar.aspx?EID=8274. (707) 269-1910.

Garden

Sea Goat Farm Garden Volunteer Opportunities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Abbey of the Redwoods, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Help with animal care, weeding, watering, planting and occasional harvest help on Saturday mornings. Volunteers get free produce. flowerstone333@gmail.com. (530) 205-5882.

SPORTS

Skate Night. 6:30-9 p.m. Eureka Municipal Auditorium, 1120 F St. All ages. First-come, first-served. No pre-registration needed. Maximum of 75 skaters. $6 adult, $5 for ages 17 and under. (707) 441-4248.

Etc

Tabata. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. SoHum Health presents online classes with short, high intensity cardio workouts. Contact instructor Stephanie Finch by email for a link to the class. Free. sfinch40@ gmail.com. sohumhealth.com.

NATURE & SCIENCE

Science and Nature Youth Camps at the Natural History Museum Registration Open. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Natural History Museum of Cal Poly Humboldt, 1242 G St., Arcata. Register now for youth camps in July-August. Registration is open until full. Each camp will be Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for ages 4-9 at the Natural History Museum of Cal Poly Humboldt. Camp topics will include: Science Heroes, Pollination Planet, Wildlife Detectives, and From Dino Egg to Chicken. $100. natmus@humboldt.edu. natmus.humboldt.edu/ events/science-and-nature-youth-camps-natural-history-museum. (707) 826-4480.

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Dona Blakely Pop-Up Art Show. 4-9 p.m. Matt Beard Art Gallery, 1636 F St., Eureka. Oil paintings. Maker Faire. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Abbey of the Redwoods’ Sea Goat Farmstand, 1450 Hiller Rd., McKinleyville. Browse local craft booths, sign up for classes, enjoy food and drink and listen to live music. Family-friendly event. Sign up for workshops online. Walk-ins welcome. Free. seagoatfarmstand.com. fb.me/e/2LgcPcLWC. (707) 382-2427.

COMEDY

Farm to Table: Late Night Comedy. 11 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Baseball Robby curates this small batch artisanal stand-up comedy showcase. $5. info@savagehenrycomedy.com. savagehenrycomedy.com. (707) 845-8864.

Trinidad’s Got Talent. 5-9 a.m. Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity St. Entertainment by local musicians, poets, artists, comedians and dancers. Food and beverages (non-alcoholic drinks, beer, wine and cider) for purchase. Benefits the school’s music, art, gardening and theater programs. $10, $30 for talent acts. tsef2020@gmail.com. trinidadusd.net. (707) 677-3631.

DANCE

Only Skin Deep: Dreaming (is an art). 6:30-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. A performance and visual art exhibition for Humboldt County creators of Indigenous, pan-African, Latinx, Asian and mixed heritage. $10 and up. onlyskindeep@inkpeople. org. fb.me/e/AUaFWbbK. (661) 748-5921.

MOVIES

Humboldt International Film Fest. Minor Theatre, 1013 H St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

Princess Mononoke (1997) - Earth Day. 7-10 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Rated PG-13. All ages. A young warrior in medieval Japan must find a way to restore the balance between humans and nature. $8, $12 admission and poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/ events/184488327681905. (707) 613-3030.

Robo-Cat Productions Presents: Conversations

With The Dead. 5-7 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Two hours of tales from behind the veil and haunting tunes that echo on the wind. On Facebook. facebook.com/ events/240168061813624.

MUSIC

Dylan Weber. 5-8 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. Originals and favorite covers. family@gyppo.com. fb.me/e/2fhF5svhp. (707) 986-7700. Fantasy Land with LIØNE. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. RampArt Skatepark, 700 South G St., Arcata. Two stages, the vagabond dancers, aerialists, fire performers, Algorythms Laser Light Show, Los Giles, live painting by Katie Rose, VIP, pillow pit, bottle service, bars, lounge and more. Headliner: LIØNE. Featuring Eluid, Mikey Bones and D’Vinity. $20-$50. info@arcaneartistes.com. tickets.vemos.io/-MLoivRPo0aPx8oeX3JK/arcane/-NRsWMNZ-5LzKBcM_qdM/fantasy-land-with-lione. (916) 207-6208.

The Lost Dogs. 8-11 p.m. The Logger Bar, 510 Railroad Ave., Blue Lake. Local blues and Americana band The Lost

Dogs. Free. facebook.com/LoggerBar. (707) 668-5000.

Theater

The Humboldt Circus Presents Clownspiracy 7:47 p.m. Gist Hall Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. See April 20 listing.

Papaya Lounge Rumble Royale II: Sloppy Seconds. 7:30 p.m. Septentrio Tasting Room, 650 Sixth St., Arcata. See April 21 listing.

Sister Act. 8 p.m. Ferndale Repertory Theatre, 447 Main St. See April 21 listing.

EVENTS

Black Humboldt Birthday Gala and Dinner. 6-9 p.m. The Historic Eagle House, 139 Second St., Eureka. Celebrate five years of Black Humboldt with drinks, food by Mother’s Cooking Experience, performances, speakers and silent auction. All proceeds benefit Black Humboldt. $100. Blackhumboldt@gmail.com. eventbrite. com/e/black-humboldts-5-year-birthday-gala-tickets-595243869437. (707) 840-4641.

Celebrate Earth Day. 10 a.m.-noon. Eureka Labor Temple, 840 E St. Learn about climate justice at local, state and national levels. Presentations by Congressman Jared Huffman, Northcoast Environmental Center and 350.org/Th!rd Act. Local environmental activities, free breakfast and more. Call to RSVP. Free. (707) 834-2194. College of the Redwoods Plant Sale. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. College of the Redwoods, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. See April 21 listing.

Earth Day Celebration. 3-8 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Featuring local musicians, local food and craft vendors, tabling and educational activities, speakers and kids’ activities Free. decolonizingeconomicssummit@gmail.com. gen.nationbuilder. com/ceremony. (707) 798-0951.

Earth Day Celebration at the Bigfoot Taproom. 1-6 p.m. The Bigfoot Taproom, 1750 Central Ave., McKinleyville. There will be vendors with plants of all varieties, upcycled garden art, natural art pieces, and household composting solutions. thebigfoottaproom@gmail.com. thebigfoottaproom.com. (707) 630-4057.

Lumberjack Days. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

FOOD

Arcata Plaza Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Fresh produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers and more. Music and hot food vendors. No pets, but trained, ADA-certified,

Continued service animals are welcome. Music by Oryan Peterson-Jones 10:30 a.m. to noon Free. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. northcoastgrowersassociation. org/arcataplaza.html. (707) 441-9999.

Humboldt Grange Breakfast. Fourth Saturday of every month, 8-11 a.m. Humboldt Grange Hall, 5845 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka. Eggs, sausage (link or patties), pancakes, biscuits and gravy, coffee, tea, cocoa, juice, family, friends and community. Dine in or take out. $10, free for kids under 5. facebook.com/humboldt.grange. The Pancake Agenda. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Eureka Center for Spiritual Living, 239 Buhne St. Brunch fundraiser for Redwood Pride’s June Pride event. Gluten-free and vegan options. $10 sliding scale, free for kids under 6. Sea Goat Farmstand. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Abbey of the Redwoods, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. Fresh veggies grown on site, local eggs and sourdough bread. Work from local artists and artisans. flowerstone333@gmail. com. (530) 205-5882.

GARDEN

Humboldt Orchid Society Spring Show. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Redwood Art Association Gallery, 603 F St., Eureka. Orchid displays, carnivorous plants and more orchids for sale. $2 suggested donation.

Sea Goat Farm Garden Volunteer Opportunities. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Abbey of the Redwoods, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See April 21 listing.

MEETINGS

Sistahood. 9:30-11 a.m. Virtual World, Online. For women teenagers and older on Zoom, to build healthy relationships and strengthen ties through validation and affirmation. Music from 9:30 a.m., open conversation from 9:45 a.m., meditation with the Sista Prayer Warriors from 10:45 a.m.

Outdoors

Audubon Guided Field Trip w/Michael Morris. 8:30-11 a.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, South I Street. Bring binoculars and meet trip leader Michael Morris at the end of South I Street (Klopp Lake) for easy-to-walk trails and and a diverse range of shorebirds, migratory songbirds, raptors and resident birds. Free. rras.org.

FOAM Marsh Tour w/Alex Stillman. 2 p.m. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, South I Street. Meet leader Alex Stillman in the lobby of the Interpretive Center for a 90-minute, rain-or-shine walk focusing on marsh history, wastewater treatment, birds and/or ecology. Masks recommended inside. (707) 826-2359.

Restore & Restore - Earth Day Celebration. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, 220 Stamps Lane, Manila. Bring your yoga practice to the dunes for an early morning asana. Enjoy a brisk morning walk after the movement class to the beach where for an ocean meditation circle. Snacks and tea provided. Space is limited, email or call to reserve a spot. info@ friendsofthedunes.org. (707) 444-1397.

Southern Humboldt Guided Birding Trip. 8:30 a.m. Tooby Memorial Park, Garberville, Garberville. This walk includes 2-3 miles of gentle walking through riparian, grassland and mixed hardwood forests with seasonal bird species. Meet in the parking lot. Free. rras.org.

Spring Guided Walk at Founders Grove. 2-3 p.m. Humboldt Redwoods State Park, 17119 Avenue of Giants, Weott. Learn about the park’s cultural and natural history while being in it. This walk is 0.6 miles long on a flat ADA trail. Meet at the Founders Grove picnic area/ parking lot. Free. humboldtredwoods.org.

Walk in the Park Fitness. 10-11 a.m. Sacco Amphitheater, 1101 Waterfront Drive, Eureka. Join Samantha from Eden Personal Fitness for a functional fitness walk down

Waterfront Trail. All fitness levels welcome. Dress for the weather. Free. edenpersonalfitness@gmail.com. edenpersonalfitness.com. (707) 362-9004.

Wigi Wetlands Volunteer Workday. 9-11 a.m. Wigi Wetlands, Behind the Bayshore Mall, Eureka. Help create bird-friendly native habitats and restore a section of the bay trail by removing invasive plants and trash behind the Bayshore Mall. Meet in the lot behind Walmart. Tools, gloves and packaged snacks provided. Please bring your own drinking water. Free. jeremy.cashen@yahoo. com. rras.org. (214) 605-7368.

Sports

King Ryan vs. Gevontae Davis Watch Party. 6-9 p.m. Next Level Boxing, 2734 Hubbard Lane, Eureka, California. Next Level Boxing and The Pugilistic Club host the King Ryan vs. Gevontae Davis watch party. Concessions, door prizes, fun. $10 donation. (707) 572-5334.

Stock Car Racing. Redwood Acres Raceway, 3750 Harris St., Eureka. Schedule and tickets online. racintheacres. com.

ETC

A Day of Mindfulness, Contemplations on Nature. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 24 Fellowship Way, Bayside. A joyful day of mindfulness in celebration of Earth Day. afhbsangha@gmail.com. ancientforestsangha.org/calendar/.

Earth Day 350Humboldt. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Come to the 350Humboldt table on the Arcata Plaza for information, ideas and conversation about making lifestyle changes that support a livable climate.

Earth Day 350Humboldt- McKinleyville. 3 p.m. Pierson Park, 1608 Pickett Road, McKinleyville. Come to the 350Humboldt table for information, ideas and conversation about making lifestyle changes that support a livable climate. Free.

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ART

Dona Blakely Pop-Up Art Show. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Matt Beard Art Gallery, 1636 F St., Eureka. See April 22 listing. COMEDY

Stand-up Comedy Workshop. 7-8 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Led by local stand-up comic Jessica Grant. Bring a pen or pencil, and circle up to talk shop about jokes. Open to anyone interested in performing stand-up comedy. Drop-ins welcome. Free, donations accepted. JessicaGrantComedy@gmail.com. savagehenrycomedy.com. (707) 845-8864.

Sunday Open Mic. 9-11 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Sign-ups at 9 p.m., show at 9:30 p.m., local favorite features for the 10@10. Comics get five minutes. Zero hate speech tolerated. All-ages w/caution for language. Snacks, drinks. Free, donations accepted. info@savagehenrycomedy.com. savagehenrycomedy. com. (707) 845-8864.

DANCE

Only Skin Deep: Dreaming (is an art). 1:30-4 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See April 22 listing.

MOVIES

Grown Up Movie Night. 6-8 p.m. Scotia Lodge, 100 Main St. Finish off the weekend with classics in the lounge. Food and drinks available at the lodge’s Main & Mill restaurant. Movies are PG-PG-13 and titles are

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Continued listed online. Free. scotia-lodge.com/hosted-events. (707) 298-7139.

Humboldt International Film Fest. Minor Theatre, 1013 H St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

Wall-E (2008). 5-8 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-show at 5 p.m. Movie at 6 p.m. Rated G. All ages. The heartwarming story of a curious robot on a galaxy-spanning adventure. Pre-show and retro-gaming station in the lobby $8, $12 admission and poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. facebook.com/ events/785945182951773. (707) 613-3030.

Music

Sunday Jazz Jams. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Blondies Food And Drink, 420 E. California Ave., Arcata. Every Sunday. Jazz players, all ages, all levels. Bring your ax and play some Real Book tunes. Everybody who wants to plays. Free. blondiesfoodanddrink@gmail.com. blondiesfoodanddrink.com. (707) 822-3453.

Spoken Word

Next Up - Redwood Poetry Festival. 6-9 p.m. The Epitome Gallery, 420 Second St., Eureka. Curated poetry show of young poets. Part of the Redwood Poetry Festival.

Events

Lumberjack Days. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

For Kids

Family Movie Day at HBSC. 2-4 p.m. Humboldt Bay Social Club, 900 New Navy Base Road, Samoa. Bring the family out and get cozy and enjoy favorites rated G-PG. Drinks and snacks available at the Lobby Bar. Movie titles are on listed online. Free. humboldtbaysocialclub.com/ our-events. (707) 502-8544.

Food

Ferndale Veterans Community Breakfast. Fourth Sunday of every month, 8-11:30 a.m. Ferndale Veterans Memorial Building, 1100 Main St. Menu includes pancakes, biscuits and gravy, ham, sausage, eggs to order, coffee, juice and mimosas. $10, $5 children. Food Not Bombs. 4 p.m. Arcata Plaza, Ninth and G streets. Free, hot food for everyone. Mostly vegan and organic and always delicious. Free.

Outdoors

Community Stewardship Day. Fourth Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Seawood Cape Preserve, 2265 Patricks Point Drive, Trinidad. Remove invasive plant species at Seawood Cape Preserve. Wear long sleeves, pants, hats and sturdy shoes, and bring water. Register online. Free. seawoodcapepreserve@wildlandsconservancy. org. Seawood-Cape-Preserve_Community-Stewardship-Days.eventbrite.com. (707) 633-9132.

Trinidad Head Breeding Gull Field Trip. 9-11 a.m. Trinidad, Downtown. Aa field trip focused on the breeding gulls and seabirds nesting on the rocks off of Trinidad Head. Meet at the Trinidad State Beach parking lot at the end of Lighthouse Road and bring a scope if you have one. Free. rras.org.

Sports

Sunday Springles Disc Golf League. 12-3:30 p.m. Beau Pre DiscGolfPark at the Beau Pre Golf Course, 1777 Norton Road, McKinleyville. Flex-start PDGA sanctioned disc golf league. Six-week series. Play in any or all of the weeks. All PDGA divisions available. Membership not required. Book a tee time with the Pro Shop. $10 buy-in. beauprediscgolf@gmail.com. instagram.com/ beauprediscgolf/. (707) 839-2342.

24 Monday

SPOKEN WORD

She Persisted - 2023 Redwood Poetry Festival. 6-9 p.m. The Epitome Gallery, 420 Second St., Eureka. A celebration of female and feminine-identifying poets. Hosted by local poets Rachel Noel and Katherine Nunes-Siciliani. Part of the Redwood Poetry Festival.

EVENTS

Lumberjack Days. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

FOOD

Volunteer Orientation Food for People. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See April 20 listing.

ETC

Homesharing Info Session. 9:30-10 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. This informational Zoom session will go over the steps and safeguards of Area 1 Agency on Aging’s matching process and the different types of homeshare partnerships. Email for the link. Free. homeshare@a1aa. org. a1aa.org/homesharing. (707) 442-3763.

Tabata. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See April 21 listing.

25 Tuesday

ART

“A Celebration of Local Birds” Art Show. Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Interpretive Center, 569 S. G St. Photography by Mike Anderson and Leslie Scopes Anderson.

COMEDY

‘No Strings Attached’ Trivia. 6 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Enjoy trivia games hosted by local comedians and compete for prizes. Trivia is followed by a feature comedy show at 9.p.m. Free. info@savagehenrycomedy.com. www.savagehenrycomedy.com. (707) 845-8864.

Thinkin’ & Drinkin’. 6-8 p.m. Gyppo Ale Mill, 1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove. Humorous trivia with David Gilchrist. family@gyppo.com. gyppo.com/ calendar-of-events. (707) 986-7700.

Movies

Grown Up Movie Night at HBSC. 6-8 p.m. Humboldt Bay Social Club, 900 New Navy Base Road, Samoa. Drinks and snacks available while you watch classics and get cozy in the Lobby Bar. Movie titles are listed online. Free. humboldtbaysocialclub.com/our-events. (707) 502-8544.

Music

Open Mic Night. 9 p.m.-midnight Central Station Sports Bar, 1631 Central Ave., McKinleyville. Signup begins 8:40 p.m. Open to all types of expression: music, poetry, etc. No cover, tips appreciated.

Opera Alley Cats. 7-10 p.m. The SpeakEasy, 411 Opera Alley, Eureka. See April 21 listing.

Spoken Word

Word Humboldt Spoken Word Open Mic. 6-9 p.m. Northtown Coffee, 1603 G St., Arcata. Sign up list goes up at 6 p.m., and the open mic kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Two rounds of open mic poetry and a featured poet. Everyone is welcome, especially new performers. LGBTQ+ friendly. Free. instagram.com/wordhum.

Events

Lumberjack Days. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

MEETINGS

Humboldt Cribbage Club Tournament. 6:15-9 p.m. Moose Lodge, 4328 Campton Road, Eureka. Weekly six-game cribbage tournament for experienced players. Inexperienced players may watch, learn and play on the side. Moose dinner available at 5:30 p.m. $3-$8. 31for14@ gmail.com. (707) 599-4605.

Humboldt Stamp Collectors’ Club. Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Humboldt Senior Resource Center, 1910 California St., Eureka. New collectors and experts welcome. Learn about stamps, collecting and see local experts in stamps share their collections. Free. humstampclub@gmail.com.

ETC

English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Virtual World, Online. Build English language confidence in ongoing online and in-person classes. All levels and first languages welcome. Join anytime. Pre-registration not required. Free. englishexpressempowered.com. (707) 443-5021.

Restorative Movement. 10:30-11:30 a.m. & 2-3 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See April 20 listing.

26 Wednesday

ART

Figure Drawing. 6-8:30 p.m. Blondies Food And Drink, 420 E. California Ave., Arcata. $5. blondiesfoodanddrink. com.

BOOKS

On the Same Page Book Club. 5:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Online book club that meets on the first Wednesday of the month on Zoom. Sign up using the Google form at forms.gle/bAsjdQ7hKGqEgJKj7.

COMEDY

Open Mikey. 9-11 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. The longest running comedy open-mic in the county. Sign up at 9 p.m. for a five-minute set. Show at 9:30 p.m. Snacks, drinks, zero hate speech tolerated. All-ages w/caution for language. Free, donations accepted. info@savagehenrycomedy.com. savagehenrycomedy.com. (707) 845-8864.

Philosophy Forum: Pattie Gonia. 7 p.m. Van Duzer Theatre, Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata. Ticket info at centerarts.humboldt.edu.

Washington Square Wednesdays. 6-9 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. Bring your own board and play chess. Snacks, drinks, friendly atmosphere for all-ages. ID to drink. Free, donations accepted. savagehenrycomedy.com. (707) 845-8864. Wicked Wednesday Comedy. 8 p.m. The Siren’s Song Tavern, 325 Second St., Eureka. Peter Nelson hosts a hilarious stand up open mic with different comedians. Free. sirenssongtavern.com.

MOVIES

Sci-Fi Night: Mars Attacks (1996). 6-9 p.m. Arcata Theatre Lounge, 1036 G St. Pre-show at 6 p.m. Raffle at 7:10 p.m. Main feature at 7:15 p.m. Rated PG13. All ages (12 and under, parental guidance suggested). Directed by Tim Burton, this satirical comedy takes on the classic alien invasion movie with a star-studded cast. $5, $9 admission and poster. info@arcatatheatre.com. tickets.vemos.io/-LvvzSYm6udEnGfKIRLa/arcata-the atre-lounge/-NRm40cRW8kIHsQbbFYJ/sci-fi-nightmars-attacks-199. (707) 613-3030.

Secret Cinema Society. 6:30 & 8:30 p.m. Richards’ Goat Tavern & Tea Room Miniplex, 401 I St., Arcata. Cult classics on a common theme each month, presented at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. April theme is ‘70s Paranoia Thrillers. Free w/food/drink purchase. info@miniplexevents.com. fb.me/e/PZvpO6jP. (707) 630-5000.

SPOKEN WORD

Sacred Origins - Redwood Poetry Festival. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Humboldt Bay Social Club, 900 New Navy Base Road, Samoa. A celebration and showcase of Indigenous and Latinx poets. Hosted by local poet Susanna Gibson. Part of the Redwood Poetry Festival. humboldtbaysocialclub.com.

Theater

Something Different. 7 p.m. EXIT Theatre, 890 G St., Arcata. Arcata’s monthly primetime interactive variety interview show featuring local artists and personalities with Jesse Jonathon, Jay Brown, Jamie Bondage and A’Okay the clown. $8.

Events

Lumberjack Days. Gutswurrak Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt, 1 Harpst St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

For Kids

Family Movie Night. 5-7 p.m. Scotia Lodge, 100 Main St. Bring the family and enjoy classics in the lounge area. Food and drinks available at Main & Mill. Movies are G-PG and the titles are listed online under events. Free. scotia-lodge.com/hosted-events. (707) 298-7139.

Garden

Sea Goat Farm Garden Volunteer Opportunities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Abbey of the Redwoods, 1450 Hiller Road, McKinleyville. See April 21 listing.

ETC

Out 4 Business. Last Wednesday of every month, 4-6:30 p.m. Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge, 139 Second St., Eureka. An LGBTQ+ professionals networking mixer for LGBTQ+ community, friends, allies and business professionals who value diversity and inclusivity. Food and drinks. trex@historiceaglehouse.com. fb.me/e/2i5gvvdKT. (707) 407-0634.

Tabata. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See April 21 listing.

27 Thursday

Art

Eureka Photoshop Users Group Photography Show. Hagopian Art Gallery, Humboldt County Library (upstairs), 1313 Third St., Eureka. See April 20 listing.

Figure Drawing at Synapsis. 7-9 p.m. Synapsis Collective, 1675 Union St., Eureka. See April 20 listing. “Spiritual Detour -> This Way”. Brenda Tuxford Gallery, 422 First St., Eureka. See April 20 listing. Thursday Night Art. 4-7 p.m. The Sanctuary, 1301 J St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

Comedy

Drink & Draw. 6 p.m. Savage Henry Comedy Club, 415 Fifth St., Eureka. See April 20 listing.

Movies

Mateel Movie Nights. 5 & 7 p.m. Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway. Thursday double features. Join the Facebook group to see what’s playing and bring a comfy chair, blanket or pillows. Fresh pizza, popcorn and hot chocolate for sale. facebook.com/groups/ mateelmovienightschedule.

Music

Buddy Reed and His Fabulous Rip it Ups. Midnight. Cher-Ae Heights Casino, 27 Scenic Drive, Trinidad. Blues and roots rock. lostmindranch@gmail.com. buddyreedblues.com.

Hip Hop Thursdays. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. The Jam, 915 H St., Arcata. See April 20 listing.

McKinleyville Community Choir Rehearsal. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Arcata Presbyterian Church, 670 11th St. See April 20 listing.

Reggae Last Thursdays w/Sarge One Wise. Last Thursday of every month, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. The Jam, 915 H St., Arcata. Sarge One Wise, Steve Culture and The Wisdem Band, and Woven Roots. $5, free for students. thejamarcata.com. (707) 822-5266.

SPOKEN WORD

Black Joy - Redwood Poetry Festival. 6-9 p.m. Eureka Books, 426 Second St. A showcase of poets of the African Diaspora, celebrating Black joy. Hosted by local poets Rachel Noel, Ra and Bamidele. Part of the Redwood Poetry Festival and organized by Word Humboldt. eurekabookshop.com.

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