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Quebec Trip Bagel Fundraiser

Frankie's New York Bagels / 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

The Arcata High School French class is holding a bagel and coffee fundraiser to support a trip to Quebec in February.

599-3305 / hello@frankiesnybagels.com / Web site

Sequoia Park Ivy League

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

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 invasive ivy from our beloved Redwood forest.

441-4218 / hatwood@eurekaca.gov / Web site

Sequoia Park Ivy League

See Event Description / 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Instead of hitting the books, we are hitting the park to eradicate invasive ivy from our beloved Redwood forest.

441-4218 / hatwood@eurekaca.gov /

Knife Sharpening Pop-Up

Los Bagels, Arcata / 9 a.m.-3 p.m. / $10

Kneighborhood Knives returns for another knife sharpening pop-up event at Los Bagels.

425-449-6144 / g.stcharles@gmail.com / Web site

Habitat Restoration Volunteer Event

Trinidad State Beach / 9 a.m.-noon / Free

Gloves and tools will be provided and all volunteers will receive a day pass to Sue-meg State Park. Rain/wind may cancel the event.

677-3109 / michelle.forys@parks.ca.gov /

Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market

Arcata Plaza / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. / Free

Music schedule inside. 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.

info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org / Web site

Mushroom Walk

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

Learn to identify mushrooms by their unique features, explore their vital roles in the ecosystem, and enjoy the beauty of nature up close. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and to bring a water bottle!

info@friendsofthedunes.org / Web site

The 47th Annual Winter Arts Faire

Mateel Community Center / 10 a.m.-6 p.m. / Free

Featuring local handmade crafts, music, food, and activities for the kids, including Santa Claus!

923-3368 / office@mateel.org / Web site

Northern California Condor Presentation

Humboldt Botanical Garden / 10-11 a.m. / $7 / $5 Other Students / Free College of the Redwoods faculty, staff,& students / $10 Local Adults / Free Members / $7 Local Seniors

Join us for an inspiring seminar on the restoration of the Northern California Condor.

442-5139 / hbgf@hbgf.org / Web site

Limited Edition 12 Jays of Christmas Box on Sale Now!

Satori Wellness / 10 a.m.-7 p.m. / $100 / 21+

839-4599 / info@satoriwellness.org / Web site

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

Fire Arts Holiday Sale

Fire Arts Center / 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

It's our biggest sale of the year! Loads of functional and decorative ceramics and fused glass pieces for Holiday gifting!

826-1445 / director@fireartsarcata.com / Web site

Arcata Holiday Craft Market

Arcata Community Center / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / $2

Join us for the 23rd Annual Arcata Recreation Division's Holiday Craft Market. Come shop from a variety of over 50 regional artisans while enjoying refreshments and live musical performances from local musicians.

822-7091 / cgroom@cityofarcata.org / Web site

Jacoby Creek School Holiday Boutique

Jacoby Creek School Gym / 10 a.m.-2 p.m. / Free

Come shop adorable handmade crafts by students as well as local vendors.

jacobycreekschoolpto@gmail.com /

Photos with Santa

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

The sessions are approximately 15 minutes and are by appointment.

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

Humboldt Paintball Community

See Event Description / 11 a.m.-5 p.m. / $40

Looking for an unforgettable adventure with friends? Forget the boring indoor parties – it's time to take it outside!

498-3835 / humpaintcommunity@gmail.com / Web site

NCAAW Volleyball Semifinals & Championships

The Summitt / noon-8 p.m. / Free / 21+

613-0732 / thesummittsportsbook@gmail.com / Web site

Vintage Holiday Boutique

Annie B Ryan House and Gardens / noon-7 p.m.

The Vintage Holiday Boutique is happening again this year and you are invited.

445-8775 / eurekaheritagesociety@gmail.com / Web site

Humboldt County Animal Shelter's Annual Emergency Medical Fundraiser

See Event Description / noon-4 p.m. / Free

840-9132 / Web site

Wooden Ornament Workshop

The Makers' Space / 12:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m. / $5

Come create some beautiful Christmas ornaments with Jan of Hawkes Style at The Makers’ Space.

382-2427 / seagoatmakerspace@gmail.com / Web site

McKinleyville Book Clubs Gathering

Humboldt County McKinleyville Branch Library / 1-2:30 p.m. / Free / 18+

839-4459 / Web site

Holiday Music on Main Street

Main Street, Ferndale / 1-4:30 p.m. / Free

Come enjoy live Christmas carols performed on Ferndale’s Main Street throughout the holiday season, as you shop, dine, stay and play in the Victorian Village.

786-4477 / info@visitferndale.com / Web site

Human Rights Know No Borders!

See Event Description / 1-5 p.m. / Free / Free all

What is the Sanctuary Law for immigrants? How to support people at risk by connecting them with resources.

683-5293 / cyntia@cdpueblo.com / Web site

LGBTQ+ Art Night

See Event Description / 2-5 p.m. / Free

Welcome to another LGBTQ+ Art Night! This one is hosted At QueerHumboldt. The Sanctuary is down for about a year and this event with be held at other locations for the meantime.

Holiday Zumbathon and Toy Drive!

Adorni Center / 2-4 p.m.

Come move and shake with Zumba instructor Michaele Whitley for a great cause!

441-4248 / Web site

The Nutcracker

Arkley Center For The Performing Arts / 2 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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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella

Ferndale Repertory Theatre / 2-4 p.m. / $18 / $14 10+ Group Tickets / $16 Student / Senior / $18 General

Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium.

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

Sing HU & Open to Joy and Wonder - A Sound of Soul Event

Adorni Center / 3:30-4:30 p.m. / Free

"Join us in chanting HU, a universal love song to God."

798-1868 / eureka.arcata.eck@gmail.com / Web site

CNCC Wildlife Society Winter Mixer

D Street Neighborhood Center / 5-8 p.m. / Free

822-7091 / cncctws@gmail.com / Web site

Luna: A Beacon of Hope

See Event Description / 5-10 p.m.

986-1087 / anna@sanctuaryforest.org / Web site

Sparkling Light Spectacular

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

The holidays just got BRIGHTER as the Humboldt County Fairgrounds announced its First Annual Driving and Walking Light Tour!

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

Black & White Ocean Night

Arcata Theatre Lounge / 6:30-11 p.m. / Free / $10 suggested donation

This classy evening will feature live music by A Banjo Makes 3 and Members of Snakepit, live painting by Matt Beard, plus special gifts and prizes, and lots of holiday cheer.

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

The Church of the Very Last Chance Book Release

Morris Graves Museum of Art / 6:30-8:30 p.m. / $2

Inaugural Poet Laureate for the City of Eureka, David Holper, will be giving a reading from his first novel, The Church of the Very Last Chance. Music will be provided by some members of the Redwood Interfaith Gospel Choir

442-0278 / alex@humboldtarts.org / Web site

Cal Poly Humboldt Choreography Showcase

Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $8 / Free Cal Poly Students with ID / $3 Children

The Cal Poly Humboldt School of Dance, Music, and Theatre presents Choreography Showcase, directed by Kyleigh Brine and Carrie Walpole.

826-3928 / dance@humboldt.edu / Web site

Huckleberry Flint Winter Show

The Old Steeple / 7:30-10 p.m. / $36.50

A local band with a penchant for old time and bluegrass but a sound that is better recognized as indie folk rock, Huckleberry Flint has gained a committed fan base since 2003, thanks to their collective mix of originals, reinvented gospel, and traditional and contemporary tunes.

786-7030 / ferndalemusic@yahoo.com / Web site

Cal Poly Humboldt Jazz Orchestra

Fulkerson Recital Hall / 7:30 p.m. / $15 / Free Cal Poly Students with ID / $5 Children

The program for the evening includes a performance of Whisper Not—One of the best known compositions of composer and tenor saxophonist Benny Golson, who passed away in September at the age of 95.

826-3928 / mus@humboldt.edu / Web site

The Valiant Red Rooster

Arcata Playhouse / 7:30-9 p.m. / $15 / $40 Family / $10 kids

The Valiant Red Rooster returns to the Arcata Playhouse this December for TWO WEEKENDS of fun, laughter, and festive cheer.

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

Julie Beth Napolin, Meg Baird, Vernal Haze

The Miniplex at Richards' Goat Tavern / 8 p.m. / $10 / $15 suggested door / 21+

"With its ethereal, buzzing acoustic riffs, helix of resonant drones, and vocal delivery that often sounds like an ancient form of prayer, Julie Beth Napolin's "Only the Void Stands Between Us" sure-footedly takes its place in the post-’70s experimental folk lineage."

630-5000 / Web site

Dr. Squid

Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 8 p.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

David Nelson Band

Humboldt Brews / 8 p.m. / $40 / $35 Advance / 21+

David Nelson, Founding member of the New Riders of the Purple Sage and long time musical partner of Jerry Garcia.

826-2739 / Web site

Stand Up Comedy Night

See Event Description / 8-9:30 p.m. / $10

Every Second Saturday at Four Swords Tattoo 1065 K St in Arcata.

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Paul Conyers

Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15

"My name is Paul Conyers and I'm a comedian from the San Francisco Bay Area. I've been doing comedy since 2016, starting right before that one election. Remember that? Seemed like a very chill time when people were in the mood to laugh, so I figured why not."

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Heckler's Paradise

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

The only show you won't get kicked out for heckling...in fact, it's encouraged.

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The Last Laugh

Savage Henry Comedy Club / 10:45-11:59 p.m. / $5

A Comedy Game Show. Comedians go head to head and when they stop getting laughs the lights and mic get cut.

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