Also, it's never too early to be planning your weekend fun (and beyond). In that spirit we're directing you to the Lowdown Lookahead, a master list of all the Lowdown "red lined" events into the foreseeable future. Get on that and/or look for more Wednesday night distractions in your Lowdown below.
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
A giant monster that emits a destructive ray from its back attacks Japan and takes on Gamera. How could this be bad?
613-3030 /
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Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
/ $25
"Originally formed in Santa Barbara, CA in 2004, Rebelution’s strong DIY mentality, relentless touring and deep connection to their fan base via social media, has led them to being one of the best-selling reggae artists on the planet."
668-9770 /
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Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
/ $12
/ 21+
"Classic rock, jazz, psychedelia and everything in between collide and fuse around the notion of discovery that jumps with ease from the composer to the listener."
826-2739 /
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Goodwin Forum
/ noon
Social Work Department Chair Ronnie Swartz will give a brief introduction of the department and its history, followed by a presentation by professor Cesar Abarca and his students examining the evolution of social work and its commitment to serving marginalized and suppressed communities.
826-3928 /
Highland Park
/ 6 p.m.
/ Free
Like horse polo minus the stable fees.
541-531-6671 /
daryl_witmore@yahoo.com /
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Labor Temple
/ 6:15 p.m.
Supporters of the Eureka initiative to require employers with more than 25 employees to provide a $12 minimum wage gather.
443-3731 /
The Jam
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ $5
/ 21+
Every Wednesday Jambalaya makes with the whompity whomp.
822-5266 /
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Toby and Jacks
/ 10 p.m.
/ 21+
Were you just thinking, "Is there anyplace that has Dancehall Wednesdays?" Here it is!