In late 2013, folk-pop singer-songwriter Brett Dennen released his critically enjoyed fifth album Smoke and Mirrors. Good for him. This afternoon, before his JVD performance, he’ll sit down with KHUM word magician Mike Dronkers for the latest edition of Upstage Live. Who will fool who? Tune into KHUM 104.3/104.7 at 5 p.m. to find out.
(In the event you’re like, “Who the hell is Brett Dennen?” YouTube will assist you below.)
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
Mexican horror gem opens in the 17th century, where Spanish Baron Vitelius is being sentenced to death for heresy, thanks to his reputation as a Casanova and practitioner of the black arts. Before his death, he curses the bloodlines of the Inquisitors.
613-3030 /
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Van Duzer Theater
/ 8 p.m.
/ $25
/ $15 HSU students
"Acclaimed singer-songwriter whose soulful, unique voice and feel-good compositions reflect the influences of his humble origins growing up in the Northern California foothills." Solo acoustic. Special guest Willy Tea Taylor opens the show.
826-3928 /
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RampArt Skatepark
/ 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
/ $35
/ $139 The entire week.
Pads, helmet, and own equipment are required.
826-0675 /
info@rampartskatepark.org /
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Area 1 Agency on Aging
/ 4 p.m.
Are you retired and looking for a meaningful volunteer experience? Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is seeking volunteers who have 6 hours a week to commit year round to assisting seniors with Medicare advice.
442-3763 /
A1AA@a1aa.org /
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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!
