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EVENTS (SUBMIT YOURS!)

Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Fair

Dow's Prairie Grange / 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. / $10 / Free Meeting Santa / Free Vision Screening / Free Under 2 / $6 Child Breakfast

Santa is coming to Dows Prairie Grange #505 and he would love to greet our local good little boys and girls during a pancake breakfast hosted by Girl Scouts.

840-0100 / dowsgrange@gmail.com / Web site

Zumba with Michaele!

Adorni Center / 9-10 a.m. / $7 / Free members / $4 seniors

441-4248 / cjungers@eurekaca.gov /

Breakfast with Santa

See Event Description / 9 a.m.-noon / $10 Individual Tickets / $25 Family (4 tickets)

Join the TVES Charger PTO for Breakfast with Santa! Admission includes a photo opportunity with Santa, pancakes, coffee, hot chocolate, juice, cookie decorating, and crafts!

tvchargerspto@gmail.com /

Adorni Pickleball

Adorni Center / 9 a.m.-noon / Free / $2.50 Seniors / $3 Adults

All skills welcome. Come get some exercise and enjoy a game of pickle ball!

441-4080 / cjungers@eurekaca.gov /

Sequoia Park Ivy League

Sequoia Park / 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

We have our own Ivy League in town and it's not what you think. Instead of hitting the books hard to get that college degree, we are hitting the park hard to eradicate ivy from our beloved Redwood forest.

441-4080 / Web site

The GNOME ADVENTURE

See Event Description / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / $5

Ladymoonrise@gmail.com /

Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market

See Event Description / 10 a.m.-2 p.m. / Free

The Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event.

441-9999 / info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org / Web site

Inspired Yogalates with Micheale

Adorni Center / 10-11 a.m. / $7 / Free members / $4 seniors

"Join this fun session filled with the perfect balance of both yoga and pilates. Beginners welcome!"

441-4248 / cjungers@eurekaca.gov /

The Gnome Adventure and Artisans Fair

Coastal Grove Charter School / 10-5 a.m.

Holiday Fun.

601-3457 / Web site

Treasures and Trinkets Flea Market

See Event Description / 10-4 a.m.

3940 Dows Prairie Rd. McKinleyville. Learn about our organization, consider joining, enjoy hot cider and snack, browse a huge variety of items for sale, including gift items, housewares, many sizes of clothing, and much more. Different items will be featured depending upon the day and sellers.

834-2479 / Web site

Woody Plants of Humboldt Bay Coastal Dune Ecosystems

See Event Description / 10 a.m.-1 p.m. / Free

This guided walk will provide an introduction to common woody plants – trees and shrubs – of the north coastal spit of Humboldt Bay.

444-1397 / info@friendsofthedunes.org / Web site

Free Gently Used Toy Giveaway

Mad River Grange / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. / Free

Please join us at the Mad River Grange for a FREE gently used toy giveaway! Anyone with children in their lives is invited to come pick out gently used toys to regift for the holidays.

668-5239 /

Silver Sneakers Classic

Adorni Center / 11 a.m.-noon / $7 / $None members / $4 seniors

Silver Sneakers Classic focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities.

441-4248 / cjungers@eurekaca.gov /

Explorando Juntos: Adventura en las Dunas

Humboldt Coastal Nature Center / 11 a.m.-1 p.m. / Free

Explora las maravillosas dunas de Humboldt con Friends of the Dunes! Será una aventura para niños y adultos.

444-1397 / info@friendsofthedunes.org / Web site

FREE Classes

See Event Description / 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. / Free

KungFuUniversity@gmail.com / Web site

STRONG by Zumba

Adorni Center / noon-1 p.m. / $7 / Free members / $4 seniors

Stop counting the reps. Start training to the beat.

441-4248 / cjungers@eurekaca.gov /

Zumba with Dani!

Adorni Center / 1-2 p.m. / $7 / Free members / $4 seniors

"Nothing is better than a workout that doesn't feel like a workout. Join our talented Dani for a class that is fun, energetic, and makes you feel amazing!"

441-4248 / cjungers@eurekaca.gov /

Peter and the Starcatcher

Ferndale Repertory Theatre / 2 p.m. / $18 / $16 Students/Seniors

A young orphan and his mates are shipped off from Victorian England to a distant island ruled by the evil King Zarboff. They know nothing of the mysterious trunk in the captain’s cabin, which contains a precious, otherworldly cargo.

786-5483 / info@ferndalerep.org / Web site

Holiday Zumbathon and Toy Drive

Adorni Center / 2-4 p.m.

Come join the 2nd annual Zumbathon and Toy Drive to ring in the Holidays featuring Zumba instructors and Humboldt Bay Fire's finest!

441-4080 / jthomas@eurekaca.gov /

Mad River Brewery Tour

Mad River Brewery Tasting Room / 3-4 p.m. / Free / 21+

Looking for a fun outing with friends, co-workers, or family this holiday season? Join us for a brewery tour!

668-4151 / Web site

George Mooney

Gyppo Ale Mill / 5-7 p.m.

Mooney plays instrumental music on guitar and violin from a variety of times and places- Baroque tunes, modern compositions, Latin American waltzes, and tangos.

986-7700 / family@gyppo.com / Web site

Zoo Lights: Holiday Extravaganza

Sequoia Park Zoo / 5:15-7:15 p.m. / $4

Guests are invited to bask in the glow of thousands of lights while enjoying appearances by Santa, treats from the Ecos Cafe, and signature libations poured by the Sequoia Park Zoo Foundation.

442-5649 / ashley@sequoiaparkzoo.net / Web site

Live Music

Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, Arcata / 6-9 p.m. / Free

Enjoy live music at the Arcata Brewery and Tasting Room.

826-7222 / sales@redwoodcurtainbrewing.com / Web site

Saint Sophie, Image Pit, Brain Dead Rejects, Pit Junkies

Eureka Veterans Hall / 6-10 p.m. / $7

Saint Sophie (Post-hardcore screamo from Crescent City) returns to Humboldt in support of their debut EP ‘A Forever Process of Unlearning'.

imagepitemail@gmail.com /

Art Bazaar & Poetry Open Mic

The Epitome Gallery / 6:30-9 p.m. / Free

A wonderful night of poetry, music by Hermit Crab (Sax by Stanley Pierce and Bass by Liz Chelsey) and affordable art! Hosted by Dylan Collins. This is a fundraiser to keep The Epitome Gallery thriving!

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Black & White Ocean Night

Arcata Theatre Lounge / 6:30 p.m. / Free / $5 Suggested Donation

This classy evening will feature live music by Checkered Past and Makenu, live painting by Matt Beard plus special gift raffles with awesome local goodies and lots of holiday cheer.

613-3030 / Humboldt@surfrider.org / Web site

The Nutcracker

Arkley Center For The Performing Arts / 7 p.m.

North Coast Dance's magical holiday tradition is back, LIVE on stage! Join us for an exciting ballet full of familiar favorites and fresh new twists. This year’s production features a cast of local dancers, and world class guest performers.

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Corduroy Gangsters

The Siren's Song Tavern / 7-11 p.m. / $5

An annual holiday, musical journey; once again blending Christmas themes with their locally renowned rock, country, folk, funk, and rainbow vibes

599-8986 / sirensongbar@gmail.com / Web site

Drive-thru Live Nativity

Fortuna Adventist Community Services / 7-9 p.m. / Free

Make the Annual Drive Thru Live Nativity part of your family's holiday tradition. Listen to the narration as you drive through scenes depicting Christ's birth and mission.

725-6164 /

Heart Eyes, Something Wicked, Miasma

Blondies Food and Drink / 7-9 p.m. / $5

"Live music with intention. Their energy and music is made to help connect you and rock you."

822-3453 / blondiesfoodanddrink@gmail.com / Web site

Remember Gathering: A Solstice Ritual

Outer Space / 7:30-9:30 p.m. / $10

Not great for small children. Bring a special item to lend the altar.

The Little Match Girl: A Warm Tale on a Cold Night

Arcata Playhouse / 7:30 p.m. / $12 / Free 3 and under / $40 family of 4+

Based on the original tale of The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Andersen, this Playhouse version has a twist, with an ending guaranteed to warm your heart. Antics and comedy abound, with mask play, puppetry, and original music.

822-1575 / info@arcataplayhouse.org / Web site

Undercovers Winter Prom: 90s Edition

The Historic Eagle House / 8-11:59 p.m. / $35 / $25 Early Bird Special / 21+

Dance the night away to the iconic '90s tunes performed by Humboldt County's favorite cover band The Undercovers!

444-3344 / events@historiceaglehouse.com / Web site

'Never A Dull Moment' A Tribute To Rod Stewart

Bear River Casino Resort / 8:30-10 p.m. / $20 / 21+

"Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies and soulful hits that have captivated audiences for decades. From ‘Maggie May’ to ‘Forever Young,’ experience the magic of Rod Stewart’s iconic repertoire in a night filled with live performances and unforgettable energy."

733-9644 / marketing@bearrivercasino.com / Web site

Dr. Squid

Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 9 p.m.-1 a.m. / Free / 21+

Dr. Squid performs the greatest dance music from the last 50 years of rock and roll as well as jazz standards and a bit of country music.

668-9770 / Web site

Stinkfoot Orchestra featuring Ray White

Humboldt Brews / 9 p.m. / $25

The Stinkfoot Orchestra pulls no punches - delivering two sets of Frank's music via a 14-piece ensemble which incorporates a six-piece horn section, tuned percussion, and five vocalists.

826-2739 / Web site

New Faces

Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $10

Hosted by Josh Barnes.

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Karaoke en Español

The Miniplex at Richards' Goat Tavern / 9 p.m. / Free / 21+

¡Ven a cantar todas tus canciones favoritas en español! Por favor envíenos sus solicitudes de canciones ahora (please get your song requests in now and we will see if they are available).

630-5000 / info@miniplexevents.com / Web site

Low Class Jazz

The Basement / 9 p.m.-midnight / $5 / 21+

The Basement is keeping it classy this Saturday night... ahem... low class that is. Come enjoy the deliciously jazzy sounds of Low Class Jazz and sip on cocktails with us in a not so highbrow atmosphere all night long!

230-6451 / info@basementarcata.com / Web site

Braturday Night Live

Savage Henry Comedy Club / 11-11:59 p.m. / $5

Brandy Lara and Evan Vest present a late night Anything-Can-Happen-And-Everything will happen show that blends comedy, talk, games and surprises.

845-8864 / Web site

MOVIES

Broadway Cinema
Mill Creek Cinema