Calendar May 27 – June 3, 2021 27 Thursday ART
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Lee Blessing’s Going to St. Ives was originally performed on stage at Redwood Curtain Theatre in 2015. Now, through the magic of Zoom, the original cast returns for a one-night-only performance on Thursday, May 27 at 7 p.m. ($5-$10 suggested donation). Professional jazz singer, Bay Area performer and Humboldt State University alum Juanita Harris and longtime Redwood Curtain company member Christina Jioras reprise their roles May N’Kame and Dr. Cora Gage. Sign-up to attend at redwoodcurtain.org.
Online Art Show/Auction & Poorly Drawn Pet Portraits. Virtual World, Online. Throughout May, National Pet Month, Sequoia Humane Society hosts an online art show and auction to support the cats and dogs in their care. SHS will also be offering Poorly Drawn Pet Portraits. sequoiahumaneadopt@gmail.com. www. sequoiahumane.org/petmonth21. 421782.
DANCE Dances of Brazil. 5:30 p.m. Redwood Raks World Dance Studio, 824 L St., Arcata. Learn Brazilian dances with instructors Rocío Cristal and María Vanderhorst. All levels. Limited to five people. Register online. $15. talavera.rocio@gmail.com.
MUSIC J St. Regulars Radio Hour. 7-8 p.m. Virtual World, Online. One hour program streamed live from the Sanctuary in Arcata. See monthly schedule at www. sanctuaryarcata.org. music@sanctuaryarcata.org. www. facebook.com/thesanctuaryarcata. 822-0898.
SPOKEN WORD The Writers Lounge via Zoom. 7:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. A writing workshop geared toward stand-up and comedy. Zoom Room: 857 4217 6054. Password: writers. Join Zoom Meeting www.us02web.zoom. us/j/85742176054?pwd=dWp4UGVqaUVYQ0wzekVnZkZ0VlMzZz09.
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We’re getting closer to the day we can all cram onto the plaza for Memorial Day weekend glory. But this year, we celebrate the spirit of Kinetics while staying safe at home. Grab your favorite beverage and tune in for Kinetic Sculpture in Place, happening Saturday, May 29 at noon on the Kinetic Universe YouTube channel. Teams are there in all their glory, sharing videos of Kinetic challenges. Find them at YouTube.com, channel Kinetic GC.
Redwood Curtain Theatre: Going to St. Ives. 7 p.m. Virtual World, Online. The story of two women brought together by the personal and divided by the political. Live via Zoom. Sign up online and make payment. $5-$10 suggested donation. www.redwoodcurtain.org.
EVENTS Humboldt Bay Rowing Association Online Auction. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. The Adventure Never Ends auction continues keeping HBRA afloat with community fundraising. Check out the auction and giveaways online. $5 per giveaway drawing /auction bids. www.hbra.betterworld.org.
FOR KIDS Fortuna Library Recorded Readings. Virtual World, Online. Hosted by the Fortuna Branch Library on its Facebook page. www.facebook.com/HumCoLibraryFortuna. Virtual Junior Rangers. 11:30 a.m. Virtual World, Online. North Coast Redwoods District of California State Parks offers kids’ programs and activities about coast redwoods, marine protected areas and more, plus Junior Ranger badges. Register online and watch live. www.bit. ly/NCRDVirtualJuniorRanger.
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Explore, in person, the colorful and diverse tidepools in Trinidad at Seaweeds and Invertebrates of the Intertidal Zone Walk on Saturday, May 29 from 8 to 10 a.m. Join Allison Poklemba and Michelle Kunst for a fun tidepool experience at Old Home Beach. As COVID-19 precautions are in place, reservations are required. Secure your spot by emailing michelle@ trinidadcoastallandtrust.org or calling (415) 717-1838.
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Virtual Whiteness Accountability Space. Noon-1 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Community members who identify as white are invited to weekly conversations led by white facilitator from equity arcata. Email for the Zoom link. equityarcata@gmail.com.
OUTDOORS Live from Behind the Redwood Curtain. Ongoing, 3-3:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. California State Parks’ North Coast Redwoods District is broadcasting programs featuring tall trees and rugged seas from
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state parks via Facebook. Free. www.facebook.com/ NorthCoastRedwoods. Summer In-Person Interpretive Programs. Noon. Humboldt Redwoods State Park, 17119 Avenue of Giants, Weott. Join California State Park interpreters for weekly in-person programs. COVID-19 safety protocols require visitors to maintain physical distancing and wear facial coverings. www.humboldtredwoods.org.
ETC English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. This class offers pronunciation, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, verb conjugations and common expressions. All levels welcome. Join anytime. Free. www.englishexpressempowered.com. Restorative Movement. 10:30-11:30 a.m. & 1:30-2:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. SoHum Health presents classes focused on strength and mobility (Tuesday), and on relaxation and breath work (Thursday). Contact instructor Ann Constantino for online orientation. Free. annconstantino@gmail.com. www.sohumhealth. org. 923-3921. Virtual Meditation & Mindfulness Class. 5-6 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Join on Zoom at the Abbey of the Redwoods for a one-hour class with three group meditations, guidance and Q&A. Suitable for all levels. Free. mindfullymatt@gmail.com. www.us02web.zoom. us/j/86371764436?pwd=a1hJaVBoRC93cHd0ckcwQ1lFd2ltZz09.
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Online Art Show/Auction & Poorly Drawn Pet Portraits. Virtual World, Online. See May 27 listing. Studio Space. KEET TV, Channel 13, Humboldt. This 13-week series hosted by Kati Texas and David Ferney features 26 local artists including potters Peggy Loudon and Conrad Calimpong, animator Steven Vander Meer, Native carver Alme Allen, copper sculptor Scott Hemphill, printmaker Lynn Jones, painter Leslie Price and others.
LECTURE Eel Zoom. 5-6 p.m. Virtual World, Online. A happy-hour presentation on the Eel River watershed. Go to the website or Eel River Recovery Project Facebook page for Zoom links. May 28: North Fork Eel River – The Forgotten Sub-basin with Thomas Keter. eelrecovery@gmail.com. www.eelriverrecovery.org. 839-4987.
MUSIC J St. Regulars Radio Hour. 7-8 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See May 27 listing. Shelter n Play. 6 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Public group on Facebook made up of locals. Open mic for all skill levels, all styles, everyone’s welcome to watch or perform. Sign-ups Wednesdays at noon. www.facebook. com/groups/224856781967115. Three Legged Dog. 5-8 p.m. The Madrone Brick Fire Pizza and Taproom, 421 Third St., Eureka. Live bluegrass.
EVENTS Humboldt Bay Rowing Association Online Auction. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. See May 27 listing.
FOR KIDS School-age Storytime. 11 a.m. Virtual World, Online. Hosted by the Arcata Branch Library via Zoom. To sign up, email sparsons@co.humboldt.ca.us or call 822-5954.
FOOD Garberville Farmers Market. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Garberville Town Square, Church Street. Local farmers, prepared food vendors and crafters bring their bounty to Southern Humboldt. Non-GMO produce. EBT accepted and Market Match is offered. Free. info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org. www.northcoastgrowersassociation. org. 441-9999. Mateel Drive-Through Dinners. Mateel Community Center, 59 Rusk Lane, Redway. Weekly meals prepared by local chefs. Drive into the lower parking lot to pick up orders and exit out the back gate. Limited table seating is available on the hillside. www.mateel.org.
OUTDOORS Live from Behind the Redwood Curtain. Ongoing, 3-3:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. See May 27 listing.
ETC “Bid for the Birds” Online Auction Fundraiser. May 28-June 6, 8 a.m. Virtual World, Online. Godwit Days and Redwood Region Audubon Society have partnered on this online auction fundraiser that launches Friday, May 28 at 8 a.m. at www.biddingowl.com/godwitdaysRRAS and closes at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 6. A Call to Yarns. Noon-1 p.m. Virtual World, Online. A weekly Zoom meetup for knitters and crocheters. Sign up using the Google form for an email inviation. Free. sparsons@co.humboldt.ca.us. www.forms.gle/ CkdbZSbjbckZQej89. 822-5954. English Express: An English Language Class for Adults. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. See May 27 listing. Tabata. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Virtual World, Online. SoHum Health presents online classes with short, high intensity cardio workouts. Contact instructor Stephanie Finch by email for a link to the class. Free. sfinch40@gmail.com. www.sohumhealth.com.
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Online Art Show/Auction & Poorly Drawn Pet Portraits. Virtual World, Online. See May 27 listing.
BOOKS Reading in Place - An Online Reading Group. 1 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Sign up online for a Zoom meeting invite and the week’s reading for discussion. www. forms.gle/zKymPvcDFDG7BJEP9.
LECTURE Humboldt Redwoods Centennial Celebration: Speaker Series with Jerry Rohde. 10 a.m. Virtual World, Online. Interview with Jerry Rohde, author of seven books about state and national parks and Humboldt County history. On Facebook live at www.m.facebook. com/events/537942450540681. Free.
MUSIC EmRArt with James Zeller. 2-4 p.m. Virtual World, Online. Cross-platform entertainment from remote locations. James Zeller plays jazz from Arcata and Emily Reinhart lays charcoal on birch wood in Eureka. Watch via Facebook (www.facebook.com/EmRArt) or by YouTube. Free. emily@emilyreinhart.com. www.youtube. com/channel/UClclGc_-RErDvHWjNBsbhIQ.
EVENTS Humboldt Bay Rowing Association Online Auction. Ongoing. Virtual World, Online. See May 27 listing. Kinetic Sculpture in Place. Noon. Virtual World, Online. A one-day, virtual event where teams of Kinetic racers
