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Special Events This Weekend…
Friday 4/28
10A-4P The nonprofit Native Health in Native Hands of the Wailaki Tribe in Southern Humboldt, invites communities from Humboldt and surrounding Counties to the Food for Medicine Benefit at the Mateel Community Center in Redway. Special guests include well-known Indigenous musicians and educators, Dr. Lyla June and Desirae Harp, along with Native Health in Native Hands Development Director, Brian Dykstra, an avid farmer, botanist and native bee educator. Perspectives on personal, collective and ecological healing will be addressed with solutions. “We need to work together as a whole community” said Perry Lincoln, Executive Director at Native Health in Native Hands. Food Sovereignty Community Gathering. Local Foods, Speakers, Music, and more. Together we are deepening our understandings of relations with food, our world, each other. Indigenous educators/advocates/artists Lyla June and Desirae Harp! The Round Valley Feather Dancers ! NHNH botanist Brian Dykstra. Great local foods will be available !
10A-3:30P Spring is here and it’s time for a big BOOK SALE to celebrate!!. Friday’s sale is for members only, with memberships available at the door. Saturday’s sale is open to everyone. This sale will be especially strong in the areas of Art and History, as well as in the number and quality of the Children’s Books, CDs, and DVDs available for purchase. Many of the books on offer are in LIKE NEW condition. Sales are cash only, small bills appreciated. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the entire Humboldt County Library system.
SCIENCE AND NATURE YOUTH CAMPS
10A-5P 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.
WILL AND ESTATE PLANNING CLINIC FOR TRIBAL MEMBERS
12:30-5P Hosted by the Hoopa Valley Tribe and California Indian Legal Services, topics to include: The BIA probate process, Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney, Advanced Health Care Directives, Federal Trust Lands and The American Indian Probate Reform Act. Intake service provided. To register call 707-443-8397 or email [email protected].
4-6P Come tasting Schilling Cider at the Eureka Coop. Must be 21 and older to participate.
5:30-7:30P Networking rooms for radio personalities, producers, videographers, streamers and all levels of media production. Local screening to close out the night, submissions open to any local Media or content creators of Humboldt County. Open to the public, you do not have to be a member to participate. We will close the night out with a screening of “Autumn Run” created by local film maker and AH member Carol Lang! At Access Humboldt at College of the Redwoods Campus Room 10.
6:30-9:00P $6 18 and up. First-come, first-served. No pre-registration needed. Maximum of 75 skaters.
A TRIBE CALLED QUEER – REDWOOD POETRY FESTIVAL
6:30-9:30P A showcase and celebration of queer-identifying poets, hosted by local poet Moth. Part of the Redwood Poetry Festival.
A FAREWELL TO JAY WILLIARD GYMNASIUM
4/28-4/30 A three-day goodbye to the historic building being torn down in June. Basketball shootout contest, dinner with hall of famers, coaches and Jay Willard’s family, silent auction, tour and one last look. Tickets online.
Late models will be racing in the second annual Rhododendron 100 while Legends, bombers, mini stocks and roadrunners will also be on the schedule. April 28&29, May 12&13, June 2,3,8&23, July 7,28&29, August 12&26, September 9,22&23.
Saturday 4/29
Happening through May 31st – The 2023 gray whale migration is underway! Kayak Trinidad’s Award Winning Trinidad Bay Whale & Wildlife Tours are running now and available to reserve at kayaktrinidad.com. No experience required. All ages and abilities welcome. All gear and guides included. Peek migration late March through mid May.
10A Find a spot and watch classic cars, floats, horses, tractors, bands and more all decorated with pink and red blooms. The parade begins at Seventh and E streets. The theme is “Hometown Super Heroes” and will celebrate non-traditional heroes within the community. In Eureka.
WORLD HEALING WITH TAI CHI AND QIGONG DAY
10A-12N On Saturday, April 29th at 10 AM, hundreds of thousands of people, all over the world, will be participating in World Healing with World Tai Chi and QiGong Day. Over 90 countries will be involved. By gathering and practicing different forms of Tai Chi and QiGong, a global wave of healing energy will move from time zone to time zone across the entire planet, demonstrating and creating a common vision of hope and healing for the planet. Author Eckhardt Tolle says; “Tai Chi will play an important role in global awakening”. Yang Style Sun Style, Tai Chi Made EZ and Swimming Dragon will be demonstrated and taught to those who are interested in participating. Contribute to your planet…..learn to reduce stress naturally. Come and join us No experience necessary. Open to the public. Call Glenda Hesseltine at 268-3936 for more information.
10A Airport Day is a public event being hosted buy the Cal Poly Humboldt Aviation Club. We’re inviting people from all over the aviation community to fly in and exhibit their planes in a static display. Open to the Public, All Ages, Free Admission, Fun Activities. This event will feature The Humboldt Aero Modelers who will be displaying their model aircraft.
10A-3:30P Spring is here and it’s time for a big BOOK SALE to celebrate!!. Friday’s sale is for members only, with memberships available at the door. Saturday’s sale is open to everyone. This sale will be especially strong in the areas of Art and History, as well as in the number and quality of the Children’s Books, CDs, and DVDs available for purchase. Many of the books on offer are in LIKE NEW condition. Sales are cash only, small bills appreciated. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the entire Humboldt County Library system.
AUDITIONS FOR SPONGE BOB WITH HLOC
10A-12N It’s our 50th anniversary and Humboldt Light Opera Company is excited and proud to announce their return to the big stage with “Nickelodeon’s The SpongeBob Musical.” HLOC is inviting performers 13+ to audition at The Space in Sunny Brae, Arcata, Ca. Sign up to audition at hloc.org or go directly to the audition registration page at www.hloc.org/auditions-for-spongebob-the-musical/ Performers must bring sheet music for the pianist to audition. HLOC is seeking performers of all talent levels but is also looking for those who have experience in tap and also those with abilities in skateboarding and roller skating.
FERNS OF THE DUNES W/ CAROL RALPH
10A-12N Join naturalist Carol Ralph at the Lanphere Dunes Unit of the Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge. She will introduce eight species of common ferns and discuss some of the amazing aspects of fern life. This is an easy walk of about 1/4 mile along the riparian edge of the dunes. Co-sponsored by the California Native Plant Society. Please reserve your space by sending us an email or giving us a call.
SPRING GUIDED WALK AT GOULD GROVE
10:30A-11:30A Learn about the park’s cultural and natural history while being in it. Walk is 0.6 miles on a flat ADA trail. Meet in front of the Humboldt Redwoods State Park Visitor Center. Happening again Monday 5/22.
11A-10P We want to show our appreciation for the support that you have given us. Please join us for a day of music, food, and beer! We’ve got four bands lined up: Funnicators Blu Axis Rock Stew The Garbervillians We’ll also be slinging our most delicious Gyppo food menu but are also stoked to have 707 Cusine onsite for pop-up tamales! Fingers crossed, Kyle from North Bay Shellfish, our favorite Oyster Shucker, will be with us well! Interested in vending at this event? Let’s chat! Shoot me an email at [email protected].
GAME OF THROWS – VETERAN’S BENEFIT CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
11A-5P 2nd annual Game Of Throws tournament with Nations Finest benefiting local veterans in need. All proceeds donated, players will win prizes and there will be auction items and raffles throughout the day. Live DJ, food truck, canteen open for drinks. Family friendly, all ages and skill levels welcome! We raised $2700 last year and look to crush that this year! At Fortuna’s Veteran’s Hall/Memorial Building.
11A-4P Celebrate Local Yarn Store Day at Yarn. Join us to celebrate this national event right here at Yarn in Eureka. Celebrate a day of knitting, tea and treats, door prizes, a prize basket give away, special kits and yarn, a pop-up shop and more!
SPRING GUIDED WALKS AT FOUNDERS GROVE
2-3P 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.
2-7P The Logger Bar and Hounds of Humboldt Present a May Day Block Party! Join us for a day of live music, craft vendors, food vendors, a dog beer garden, face painting, mayday dances, and more! We will have the H and Railroad corner blocked off for shopping, eating, and playing. We will also be using the Dell Arte Lawn for a dog beer garden! This event will be free to the public and open to all ages and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
3-6P Join the Rotary Club of Arcata Noon and Baywood Golf & Country Club for the 13th Annual Humboldt Wine Festival at the Baywood Golf & Country Club. Enjoy unlimited tastings of the region’s finest wines, locally-sourced gourmet treats, live feral jazz music by DogBone, wine-themed games, and a Dutch raffle. Admission tickets are priced at just $50 presale and $60 at the door. Your participation helps fund local and global community service projects. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience! Purchase your tickets at www.humboldtwinefest.com.
5P Chicken and rib barbecue. Music by College of the Redwoods Jazz Orchestra. Free swing dance lessons from 5-6P. Dinner from 5-7P. Concert from 6-8P
FORTIFY & INSPIRE: A GALA FOR REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM
5-9P Enjoy delicious food, tasty drinks, good company, an engaging program and both a silent and live auction. All proceeds go to fortifying equitable, affordable and accessible sexual reproductive health care in Humboldt County and Northern California. For more information or to purchase sponsorships and tickets call (707) 502-3008, email [email protected] or visit the link above.
ENTREES AND ESPIONAGE A MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
6-9P At a retirement party gone awry, investigate who is killing the guests at Arcata Veterans Hall. Doors & Social Hour at 6:00 pm, Dinner and Show at 7:00 pm We encourage you to wear your best 007-themed attire! This event will have a ‘timeless-retro’ theme. Dinner and refreshments provided. The night’s meal will be catered by Mother’s Cooking Experience. Our John H. Grobey light downstairs will be on throughout the night for those who’d like additional refreshments. Proceeds benefit Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods.
TRINIDAD ART GALLERY RECEPTION
6-9P Trinidad Art Gallery will be open during Trinidad Art Night, to share work from our local artists in various mediums. Grab a bite, drink some wine, and listen to harp tunes by Howdy Emerson. Featured work by photographer Alan Liles and woodworker Kurt Hellmich.
6:30-9:30P $5.50 includes skate rental. 18 and older only. IDs checked at door. Alcohol and drug-free event. Happens the last Saturday of every month.
8-10P A $100 a piece buy-in for poets to compete. WINNER TAKES ALL! Other prizes available! Part of the 2023 Annual Redwood Poetry Festival and organized by Word Humboldt. Look out for the many poetry shows, workshops, and more from April 23rd and April 30th. Visit @redwoodpoetryfestival on Instagram and wordhumboldt.com for more information.
Sunday 4/30
AUDITIONS FOR SPONGE BOB WITH HLOC
11A-3P It’s our 50th anniversary and Humboldt Light Opera Company is excited and proud to announce their return to the big stage with “Nickelodeon’s The SpongeBob Musical.” HLOC is inviting performers 13+ to audition at The Space in Sunny Brae, Arcata, Ca. Sign up to audition at hloc.org or go directly to the audition registration page at www.hloc.org/auditions-for-spongebob-the-musical/ Performers must bring sheet music for the pianist to audition. HLOC is seeking performers of all talent levels but is also looking for those who have experience in tap and also those with abilities in skateboarding and roller skating.
1-2P Hike for Mental Health! Exercise, getting into nature and connecting with others have all been proven to boost mood! Join us for this moderate, 1.7 mile hiking event in the McKay Community Forest. Price: $12 per participant. Location: 3110 Harris St, Eureka, CA 95503. Sign up in-person or online at brokenandstrong.org. See you there rain or shine!
KARUNA MATATA – HOOVES FOR HOPE FUNDRAISER
1-5P A family-friendly event to benefit local animal rescue and sanctuary, Karuna Rescue. Enjoy local wine, cider and beer tastings by Heart’s Leap Wine, North Story Wines, Lost Coast Brewery and Wrangletown Cider. Unleash your inner lumberjack with The Axe Box’s custom mobile axe-throwing unit, play lawn games, and delight in the sounds of music by singer, and songwriter George Ruth. There will be face painting, balloon sculptures, a miniature mule kissing booth, and Lost Coast Brewery’s root beer for the kiddos! Raffle tickets, local art, & vegan food will be available for purchase.
POETRY AND MOTION REDWOOD POETRY FESTIVAL
1-7P Join Word Humboldt for the closing party of the 2nd Annual Redwood Poetry Festival. Featuring music, poetry, dance, and more. This is a fundraiser for the 3rd annual Redwood Poetry Festival, and will feature a variety of performers from each of the previous nights of the festival. Part of the 2023 Annual Redwood Poetry Festival and organized by Word Humboldt. Visit @redwoodpoetryfestival on Instagram and wordhumboldt.com for more information.
Tuesday 5/2
7P There’s a new Blues Fusion Dance night in Eureka! Every Tuesday night, Baywater Blues Fusion hosts a half hour lesson followed by social dancing. Come learn to create a great partner dancing connection so you can dance together to any song and dance your heart out! Doors at 7P, lesson at 7:15P, social dance at 7:45P. $5-15 sliding scale donation (No one turned away due to lack of funds). At The Inn @ 2nd & C, Old Town.
Wednesday 5/3
KIDS ARE WINNERS CHICKEN DINNER
4:30-6P Humboldt Sponsors announces it will hold its second annual “Kids are Winners!” Chicken Dinner Drive-thru Fundraiser – a benefit for Humboldt County youth at Faith Center Foursquare Church, located at 1032 Bay Street, Eureka. The dinner menu will feature BBQ chicken, macaroni salad, beans, a roll and dessert for the price of $25.00 per meal. Rex Bohn, Humboldt County supervisor, will serve as grill master. Dinner pre-orders are required, along with pre-payment, by Friday, April 28 (extended deadline). Humboldt Sponsors is offering two convenient ways to pay: online at www.humboldtsponsors.org or by check, sent to Humboldt Sponsors – BBQ, 15 W. Cedar Street, Eureka, CA 95501.
7-9P Join us for an evening of swing dancing with live music by Ponies of Harmony. This is a community friendly event open to all. Festive clothing encouraged. We will have beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase. The Sanctuary is a safe space for all people.
Save the Date:
4/23-30 ANNUAL REDWOOD POETRY FESTIVAL
5/5-5/7 SPRING WILDFLOWER SHOW
5/6 & 5/7 CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY PLANT SALE
5/13 MURRAY THE MAGICIAN
LIVE MUSIC/ETC/COMEDY/THEATER
Looking for a live show? We’re updating this page constantly, trying to include all of the local venues we can find, with their latest events listed in an easy-to-read way. There continues to be more and more happenings throughout Humboldt including a huge variety of music, comedy, open mics, outdoor venues, trivia and more.
JUST FOR KIDS
This list of ideas of ways to keep your kids happy includes a wide variety of options all over Humboldt.
ONGOING EVENTS
Ongoing events are the backbone of our community’s offerings. Click through to find the list broken down by each town/city and see what kind of ongoing happenings, workshops, classes, etc are in the works where you live.
STAY BUSY, LEARN A SKILL, MEET SOMEONE NEW!
VOLUNTEER/DONATE
Our amazing local non-profits are always hosting an array of events that benefit the people and land of our community. We’re lucky to have so many powerful and supportive groups that keep the backbone of Humboldt alive and well. Consider offering a few hours of your time, donating cash or goods or participating in a fundraiser for any number of our community organizations.
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