Wednesday night's most high-profile shows offer a contrast in cultures, for sure.
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
"An ape-man (Zack Williams) seeks a mate and brings her back to his lab. Son of Ingagi is a 1940 American film directed by Richard C. Kahn. It was the first science fiction-horror film to feature an all-black cast. It was written by Spencer Williams based on his own short story, House of Horror."
613-3030 /
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Plaza Grill
/ 7-8 p.m.
"Lecturer Richard Boone brings a wealth of experience to the podium — he has a strong background in forest ecology, biogeochemistry, and trans-national Arctic education."
826-0860 /
Van Duzer Theater
/ 7 p.m.
/ $36
/ $26 HSU students
"Combining 25 centuries of tradition with contemporary Cirque Du Soleil-style touches of theatricality, this 21-member troupe from China’s Hebei Province amazes audiences of all ages with timeless thrills."
826-3928 /
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Mateel Community Center
/ 8 p.m.
/ $30
/ $25 adv.
"Mention the name Israel Vibration in reggae music circles and watch the warmth of recognition and appreciation of anyone who has seen or heard this very special vocal group. "
923-3368 /
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See Event Description
/ 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
/ Free
Visitors to the bus can be assisted with CalFresh, MediCal, In-Home Supportive Services, Veterans Services and Child Support.
Redwood Lounge
/ 10:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
/ $10
/ $40 5 class pass
"Arcata Recreation and Instructor Joey Paz brings a new yoga class to the community."
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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Center Activities, HSU Campus
/ noon-1 p.m.
/ Free
Outdoor enthusiasts use an assortment of ropes and knots for outdoor skills such as camping, climbing, sailing, loading vehicles, and more.
826-3357 /
cntract@humboldt.edu /
Web site
Fortuna Library
/ 3:30-4:30 p.m.
/ Free
Attention Muggles! Kids of all ages welcome to a weekly reading of Harry Potter, led by Fortuna High School students.
725-3460 /
forhuml@co.humboldt.ca.us /
Northtown Coffee
/ 5 p.m.
/ Free
"Author Bryan Radzin offers this continuation of the synchronistic journey into the heart of politics and what makes us human."
616-8649 /
brr5@humboldt.edu /
Web site
Academy of the Redwoods
/ 6-7 p.m.
"This event will consist of a presentation on AR's unique educational opportunity, and will give families and prospective students the chance to meet AR staff and ask questions."
Humboldt State University Nelson Hall
/ 6:30-8 p.m.
/ $25
/ $20 HSU Students
Einstein’s Relativity rests on one idea, the idea that there is a fastest speed, known as the speed of light. From this one premise he logically worked out the consequences and these consequences are very counter-intuitive yet not very complex.
826-3357 /
cntract@humboldt.edu /
Web site
Northtown Coffee
/ 6:30 p.m.
/ Free
"Author Bryan Radzin offers this continuation of the synchronistic journey into the heart of politics and what makes us human."
616-8649 /
brr5@humboldt.edu /
Web site
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center
/ 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The Dunes Climate Ready grant is now in its second year, and surveys of our local beaches and dunes have been able to track dramatic changes during two very dynamic winters.
444-1397 /
info@friendsofthedunes.org /
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Humboldt County Library
/ 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The evening's hosts, Becky and Leroy, will lead the audience through a series of exciting adventures, games, arts and crafts, and book reading.
269-1900 /
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Fortuna Library
/ 6:30-7:30 p.m.
/ Free
Sean Powers visits Fortuna Library with his handmade Shadow Puppets, to entertain families for Family Literacy Night. Free books to all kids thanks to co-host Humboldt Literacy Project.
725-3460 /
forhuml@co.humboldt.ca.us /
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio
/ 7 p.m.
/ $7
/ $40 6 week series
Salsa rueda is a circle of couples dancing changing partners to patterns called out in Spanish or shown with hand signals. Sponsored by Humboldt Folk Dancers.
496-6189 /
jacaronda@suddenlink.net /
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Brass Rail Bar
/ 9 p.m.
This is the most hardcore karaoke in Humboldt.
923-3188 /
Vista Del Mar
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Provided by Lightning Boom productions.
443-3770 /
vistadelmarbar@gmail.com /
The Jam
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ $5
/ 21+
Every Wednesday Jambalaya makes with the whompity whomp.
822-5266 /
Web site
The Jam
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ 21+
whomp whomp whomp whomp whomp whomp whomp.
822-5266 /
Web site
Toby and Jacks
/ 10 p.m.
/ 21+
Were you just thinking, "Is there anyplace that has Dancehall Wednesdays?" Here it is!