Yeehaw! It's time for Eureka's most WTF holiday tradition! See if you can pick out the tune...
That's right. Hide your pets and bundle up the kiddies. Tonight, starting at 6 p.m., y'all will be serenaded by brightly lit 18-wheelers blaring out monotone versions of "Jingle Bells" during the annual Truckers' Parade. Oops! Something we just discovered! It seems this year local country station KEKA has secured sponsorship rights to this thing, so this year it's the KEKA Christmas Truckers Parade! That makes sense.
Where can you position your lawn chair or tailgate to watch this thing? Scope the map below!
There you have it. Details on your Humboldt Saturday's other human clusters in your Lowdown listings below. --AG
Loleta Fireman's Pavilion
/ 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
/ Free
Over 50 local vendors with many hand-made products. We will also be serving Indian Tacos.
273-7425 /
leeannduclo@yahoo.com /
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Arcata Community Center
/ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $1
Come out and shop for unique handcrafted gifts from over 50 artisans while enjoying live music and warm, nutritious eats.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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Clarke Historical Museum
/ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
The museum will be hosting a Native American basket and related Native American objects evaluation day, led by Coleen Kelley Marks and Bruce Pettit, who will be providing informal appraisals (verbal approximation of value, not formal insurance evaluation) for $15 per item.
360-5736 /
clarkehistorical@att.net /
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Arkley Center For The Performing Arts
/ 2 p.m.
/ $25
North Coast Dance presents their annual holiday tradition. Features guest choreographers Ikolo and Sarah Griffin, a fantastic cast of local dancers, and world class guest performers.
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 2 p.m.
/ $16
/ $8 youth
The classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation where Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the other Peanuts grapple with the real meaning of Christmas. This family favorite runs 60 minutes long with no intermission and is suitable for children ages 3 and above.
786-5483 /
info@ferndalerep.org /
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Humboldt State University Studio Theater
/ 5 p.m.
/ Free
/ Free PWYC
Making its' Humboldt County premiere, Lime Arts Productions presents this 75 minute one act drama directed by Roman Sanchez. It will take you on a deep exploration of uncertainty, following the lives of two Catholic nuns who question a new priest’s intentions at their church and suspect he has unhea
760-791-3924 /
limeartsproductions@gmail.com /
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6:30-10 p.m.
This classy evening will feature live piano music by Katie McGourty, black & white surf films, extra-special gift raffles with awesome local goodies, and lots of holiday cheer.
613-3030 /
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The Jam
/ 7 p.m.-2 a.m.
/ 21+
Don on that Gay apparel and COME OUT to celebrate the coming of Winter with the Club Triangle Family.
822-5266 /
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Gist Theater at HSU
/ 7:30 p.m.
/ $10
/ $8 students, seniors
/ 18+
HSU Theatre presents "columbinus," a docu-drama that looks at issues of alienation, hostility and social pressure in high schools and was suggested by the April 1999 massacre at Columbine High School in Colorado.
826-3928 /
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Arcata Playhouse
/ 7:30 p.m.
/ $12
/ $8 kids 12 and under
/ $10 Students & seniors
"Jack and the Holiday Beans is a madcap take on the fairytale favorite where Jack sells his beloved cow for beans. In the tradition of the Arcata Playhouse Holiday show, this hilarious holiday comedy is filled with silly jokes, music, guest acts, and fun for the whole family."
822-1575 /
david@arcataplayhouse.org /
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Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
/ $16
/ $8 youth
The classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation where Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the other Peanuts grapple with the real meaning of Christmas. This family favorite runs 60 minutes long with no intermission and is suitable for children ages 3 and above.
786-5483 /
info@ferndalerep.org /
Web site
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8-11 p.m.
One family reunion will end in murder. But that means the deadly game has just begun. Prepare yourself for a dark thriller by the master of suspense, Agatha Christie.
442-6278 /
ncrt@sonic.net /
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Van Duzer Theater
/ 8 p.m.
/ $46
"He started playing at the young age of four, urged by his mother who also played. Today, he is widely recognized as the world's top ukulele musician. Renowned for lightning-fast fingers and revolutionary playing techniques, his virtuosity defies labels."
826-3928 /
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Dell'Arte's Carlo Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
Dell'Arte’s 2nd year ensemble will undertake an investigation of the two main questions of the M.F.A. program: How does the physical actor transform and also reveal him or herself through the mask of character?
668-5663 /
alex@dellarte.com /
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Little Red Lion
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
"Ian from Burning Hash here. My birthday falls on a Saturday this year, and I figured it'd be a killer idea to invite a couple of local fucking badass bands to shred the place up with us!"
Humboldt Brews
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ $20
/ 21+
Afroman is the Grammy-nominated rapper of "Because I Got High". Rapping and singing while also playing a double-neck guitar. Potluck is a multiple time Billboard charting group from Humboldt County, Ca. They have taken their love for growing marijuana and the hippy culture worldwide.
826-2739 /
humbrewsap@gmail.com /
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The Miniplex at Richards' Goat Tavern
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ $8
/ $6.50 matinee
/ 21+
"Filmed in Arcata. Elaine, a beautiful young witch, is determined to find a man to love her. In her Gothic Victorian apartment she makes spells and potions, and then picks up men and seduces them. However, her spells work too well, leaving her with a string of hapless victims."
630-5000 /
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Lanphere Dunes (HBNWR)
/ 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
/ Free
Volunteers will be removing invasive iceplant to make room for native plant diversity. Tools, gloves and snacks will be provided.
444-1397 /
jess@friendsofthedunes.org /
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Redway Elementary School
/ 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
/ Free
Lots of new stuff this year, plus a silent auction and one grand door prize to be drawn at the close on Sunday.
223-8881 /
darbuthnot55@gmail.com /
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The MGC
/ 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
/ Free
Locally hand-crafted holiday gifts, made with love. There will be hot drinks, tasty treats, and live music by local musician Michael Hagen of Little Bear, playing a mix of originals and holiday favorites. Admission is free.
725-3300 /
ervmultigen@gmail.com /
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See Event Description
/ 10-3 a.m.
/ Free
Hand-crafted ornaments, knitted items, gourmet candies, bath and beauty products, blooming bulbs, and much, much more!
Newburg Park
/ 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
/ $12
/ $8 children 12 and under
"The rink will be staffed by local community groups, including various school clubs and sporting teams, local service clubs, and more."
Arcata Community Center
/ 10:30 a.m.-noon
/ $15
/ $20 non-residents
While your kids enjoy this fun hands-on workshop you can find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts at our Holiday Craft Market also taking place at the Arcata Community Center.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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Fern Cottage Historic District
/ 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Fern Cottage will be all dressed up for the holidays including special christmas displays throughout the home. Take a self guided tour of the home.
Eureka
/ noon
/ 21+
The Santas are coming! Beginning at noon at the Shanty, we will be doing our annual pub crawl through downtown (bars to be announced the day of via Facebook).
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Arcata Community Center
/ 1-2:30 p.m.
/ $15
/ $20 non-residents
While your kids enjoy this fun hands-on workshop you can find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts at our Holiday Craft Market also taking place at the Arcata Community Center.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
Web site
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 2-7 p.m.
/ Free
Spinning his classic vinyl collection, DJ J Dub plays it all, from classic rock to reggae.
839-7580 /
musicbooking@sixriversbrewery.com /
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The Miniplex at Richards' Goat Tavern
/ 4 p.m.
/ $8
/ $6.50 matinee
/ 21+
In 1930s Korea, in the period of Japanese occupation, a new girl (Kim Tae-ri) is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress (Kim Min-hee) who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering Uncle (Jo Jin-woong).
630-5000 /
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The Local Cider Bar
/ 6-11 p.m.
/ 21+
Join us after the Truckers Parade for some delicious craft beer, good people, and a good time!
497-6320 /
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Eureka
/ 6 p.m.
Annual local tradition we're really proud of featuring big rigs covered in Christmas lights. Starts at Redwood Acres and makes a Harris Street to I Street to Seventh Street to Myrtle Street loop before ending where it began.
truckersparade@keka101.com /
Humboldt County
/ 6-11:59 p.m.
/ Free
/ 18+
If you are depressed, anxious, or having a hard time managing your feelings-don't wait until you need a hotline or crisis number for intervention-call the warm line at the Kunle.
599-2381 /
kunle.centre@gmail.com /
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Brass Rail Bar
/ 9 p.m.
This is the most hardcore karaoke in Humboldt.
923-3188 /
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ Free
/ 21+
Local blues rock band The Movers & The Shakers always makes you want to get up and dance.
839-7580 /
musicbooking@sixriversbrewery.com /
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