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Music Tonight: Monday, Nov. 20

By Collin Yeo on November 20, 2023 at 4:00AM

Speaking of jams, Seabury Gould is hosting his popular Irish Jam at the Logger Bar at 7 p.m. Although the man comes prepared with material and heartfelt instrumental and vocal pieces, there’s always room for someone to pick up their tool of choice and join the fray.

Music Tonight: Sunday, Nov. 19

By Collin Yeo on November 19, 2023 at 4:00AM

Another interesting pairing, this time doable as a double bill, as the first performance is a matinee. I am talking about the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts-staged production of the musical The Music Man Jr. The diminutive suffix refers to the youthful cast involved in this iteration of the beloved Broadway hit show.

Music Tonight: Saturday, Nov. 18

By Collin Yeo on November 18, 2023 at 4:00AM

Two very different doings tonight, both in Arcata at 9 p.m. One of them subdued and subterranean, one a dancehall treat.

Holiday Bazaar and Boutique in Willow Creek

By Kali Cozyris on November 17, 2023 at 12:00PM

This week, the eastern part of our county offers its holiday gift shopping treasures at the Willow Creek China-Flat Museum’s Holiday Bazaar, happening Saturday, Nov. 18, and Sunday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (free admission).

Terry Longshore plays the Arcata Playhouse on Friday, Nov. 17, at 8 p.m.

Music Tonight: Friday, Nov. 17

By Collin Yeo on November 17, 2023 at 4:00AM

As we wind up to next Thursday’s holiday, the gigs get sparse. To correct for this rocky landing, I’m going to double up on shows, starting today and through every day of the weekend, so you can get your kicks one way or another.

It's Here! A Taste of the Holidays

By Kali Cozyris on November 16, 2023 at 12:00PM

Indulge in local flavors at Rotary Club of Arcata Sunrise’s annual Taste of The Holidays, happening Thursday, Nov. 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Arcata Community Center ($40). Savor the holiday season by sampling local food, wine, brews and spirits and meet the talented people behind your favorite products.

Santa at Discovery Shop at a past Henderson Center Holiday Open House.

Eureka Holiday Open Houses Usher in the Season

By Kali Cozyris on November 16, 2023 at 6:00AM

Unwrap the magic of the season as Eureka’s downtown, Old Town and Henderson Center areas transform into festive wonderlands, encouraging small business shopping at their respective holiday open houses. First up, it’s the Henderson Center Holiday Open House, taking place Thursday, Nov. 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. in Henderson Center (free).

Music Tonight: Thursday, Nov. 16

By Collin Yeo on November 16, 2023 at 4:00AM

Some things, like university names, come and go, while others seem resistant to the forces of change. One of those things in the latter category is the university circus community, formerly HSU, now Cal Poly Humboldt.

Music Tonight: Wednesday, Nov. 15

By Collin Yeo on November 15, 2023 at 4:00AM

Singer and songwriter Dave Alvin specializes in a hybrid-genre style of distinctly California music with noirish lyrical qualities. The results are songs that create scenes, steeped in speedway country, boogie blues, surf rock and lo-fi trip tunes.

Music Tonight: Tuesday, Nov. 14

By Collin Yeo on November 14, 2023 at 4:00AM

I saw one of its members the other day, which reminded me to remind you about the Opera Alley Cats, a jazz group that plays to fill its surroundings, two places in particular being just about perfect for heightening the ambience: the Basement and the Speakeasy. Tonight at 7 p.m. the group will be at the latter place.

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