Photos with Santa

Humboldt's Hometown Store / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / $25

798-7707 / tsg.ferndale@gmail.com / Web site

Public Speaking Club (Toastmasters International)

Adorni Center / noon-1 p.m. / Free

Have you been meaning to improve your public speaking skills? Join us at the Lunch-Bunch Toastmasters Club, the only local, affordable opportunity to discover new techniques to express yourself effectively.

jandre@a1aa.org /

Arcata Chamber Holiday Mixer

See Event Description / 5:30-7 p.m.

gloria@arcatachamber.com /

SPARKLING LIGHT SPECTACULAR

Humboldt County Fairgrounds / 6-9 p.m. / $3 / $5 Suggested Donation per auto / $3 Suggested Donation for Walkers

786-9511 / vendors@humboldtcountyfair.org / Web site

A Reason to Listen

The Sanctuary / 7-9 p.m. / $5

A Reason to Listen Poetry Show had taken a break after the pandemic, but was an incredibly active poetry show on the North Coast for over 12 years. The event is the 1st Thursday of the month.

496-9404 / vp24@humboldt.edu / Web site

Closed Mic

Arcata Veterans Memorial Building / 7:30 p.m. / Free

Comedians assemble for a sweet basement mic at the vets hall. Newly remodeled.

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The Siren's Open Mic

The Siren's Song Tavern / 8 p.m. / Free

"Our stage is open and our mic is on. Add your performance to our open mic."

798-1030 / sirensongbar@gmail.com / Web site

Throw'em Back Night With DJ Statik

Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 8 p.m. / Free / 21+

668-9770 / Web site

G.O.A.T. Karaoke at The Goat

The Miniplex at Richards' Goat Tavern / 8:30 p.m. / Free / 21+

Supportive atmosphere, over 45,000 songs to choose from, all skill levels welcome.

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