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2 Mateel Community Center 2017 Summer Arts & 3 Summer Arts & Music Festival

41st Annual Summer Arts & Music Festival Vendors

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Accounting Amie McClellan Generation Green Daniel Tittman Security-Site Tim Lyman Accounting Ember Meserve General Manager / Talent Justin Crellin Shuttles Damon Owen Ad / Sponsorship Tanya Malley Ice Crew Aylea Maxwell-Miller Signage Matt Dicks Admissions North Gate Richard Murray Info Booth/ Merch Megan Gomes Site Manager Eric Kay Admissions North Gate Annie Pergins Interior Parking Mike Redd Site Plumber Phil Kreider Admissions South Gate Kira Graeff Jah Med Lee Leer Site-Do It Crew April McCrady-Hirsch Ambiance/ Solar Stage MC Pooba Jah Med Joe Sandoval Site-Equipment Samantha Alexander Artist Merch Booth Jordan Jumpshot Juice Booth Mateel Meal Jackie Pantaleo Site-Moving Crew / Fuel Shanon Taliaferro ATM David Katz Juice Booth Mateel Meal Scott Kender Sno Cones SPARC Audio Archiving Rob Seifert-Gage Kid’s Zone Elizabeth Newman Solar Stage Lights Robin Krauss Backline Ray Moreta Kitchen Melody Hayhurst Solar Stage Manager Marc Mason Backstage Hospitality Honeybear Kitchen Evan Needham Solar Stage Sound Jim Fulton Belly Dance Tent Laura Ayllon KMUD Broadcast Eric Johnston Tent Tagging Nansi Ochoa Brew Crew Garth Epling KMUD Press Tent Dana Cory Trees Stage Lights Mark Mehlman Briceland Fire / CIT / Rescue Chris McCoy Laminates Sailas McCrady-Hirsch Trees Stage Lighting Crew Sherry Bybee Circus Nature Bede Smith Lawn Stage Sound Jeanne York Trees Stage Manager / MC Jimmy Durchslag Circus Nature Denise Smith Legal Roxanne Olson Trees Stage Manager Rick Tomar Communications Dan Gribi Marketing Manager Justine Ketola Trees Stage Sound Loren Miller Communications Leanna Gribi Online Marketing Julia Minton Vendor Coordinator Michellee Senn Coordinator Manager Alisha Goodrich Performer Check-In Kelley Lincoln Vendor Hospitality Bruce Barkley Drink Tickets Charity Green Photographer Agnes Patak Vendor Hospitality Sydell Fowler Electrical Ted Sloan Popcorn Chrysse Otteson Video Archive Andrew Burnett Exterior Parking Shiloh Croy-Baker Recycling / Restoration Ken Hanks Videographer Chris Smith Exterior Parking Asst. Nichole Chojanacki Rehydration Station Babette Bach Volunteer Check-In Pleasure Strange Exterior Parking Asst. Genesea Black-Lanouette RGRV Camp Host Mark Purnell Volunteer Check-In Samantha Charlesworth Festival Ops Guide Casandra Taliaferro Runner Crew Michael Gottfried Volunteer Check-In Jen Clements Fine Arts Exhibit Marjory Brown Security-Backstage Dan Whyte Volunteer Coordinator Anne Sachs Fine Arts Exhibit Lucy Stanley Security-Bar David Sundberg Youth Alive Soft Drinks Michelle Cartier First Aid Amber Wallan Security-Bar Elizabeth Bell Youth Stage Sound / MC Shea Freelove

4 Mateel Community Center General Information

NO DOGS ALLOWED Watch Your Kids - Don’t leave your children unattended. Safety I.D. wristbands are available at both admission gates. Lost parents should check in at Security Central. First Aid Tent - Located next to the Trees Stage at the north end of the festival, stop here for sunscreen, band-aids and basic first-aid care courtesy of Redwoods Rural Health Center. Jah Med is also with us this year to offer expanded medical services. ATM – A solar powered ATM is located near the Trees Stage. Recycling – Recycling barrels are located throughout the festival grounds. Please use them! Don’t Drink & Drive – Take the shuttle or find a designated driver if you’ve had any alcohol. No Lifeguard On Duty – Swim at your own risk and watch small children carefully! RIDE THE SHUTTLE The Summer Arts shuttle is the best way to access the festival. Offering regular service from 9:00am until shortly after close of the festival each evening- with expanded evening coverage to minimize wait times this year too! It will drop off/ pick Hello art lovers and welcome to the Mateel Community up at the following locations*: Center’s 41st annual Summer Arts & Music Festival! Northern Route: Though not technically summer yet, this event has unofficially • Dean Creek Resort/ kicked off the summer festival season for many years now- and, four Campground (on Redwood Dr in Redway) decades in, it is one of the longest running events in Humboldt County. • Majestic Center (on Redwood Dr. in Redway) It is also one of the County’s most representative, showcasing our • Garberville Chevron (corner of Redwood Dr. and Sprowel Cr. Rd., great wealth of local creative arts talent in a beautiful natural setting Garberville) amongst towering redwoods and the meandering Eel River. Summer Southern Route: Arts is also the quintessential offering of the Mateel Community Center, • Richardson Grove State Park the non-profit organizer of this greatly anticipated annual celebration • Richardson Grove Family Camp & RV Park (8:30am start) and a showcase of the many facets and programs of MCC in one big, • South Benbow Dr. parking areas (as needed) weekend-long extravaganza. * Limited parking is available in the vicinity of all festival shuttle stops. Music, dance, fine art, handmade crafts, youth offerings, food, fun Please respect neighbors and businesses when parking in these locations. for the whole family… Summer Arts has it all! And it is this diversity PARKING INFORMATION and local flavor, which has made it a perennial favorite and earned The main parking area in Benbow is the Golf Lot. It costs $20/ day per standard your recognition as the “Best Music Festival in Humboldt County”- size vehicles with no ins and outs. Beyond this, parking is very limited in the town a distinction we are truly honored by and will look to continually of Benbow- and off South Benbow Dr.- with no parking allowed in residential build upon. neighborhoods. Attendees coming from the south are encouraged to park in the lot at Richardson Grove Family Camp & RV Park and ride the shuttle. As such, the 41st annual Summer Arts & Music Festival will deliver another idyllic weekend chock full of eclectic entertainment- with CAMPING INFORMATION international artists coming to us from as far away as Peru, Jamaica, There is NO CAMPING available on the festival site. Campgrounds that are and New Zealand this year—along with national touring acts­—and walking-distance or on the festival shuttle route include: Benbow Valley the best of our local creative performing artists on multiple stages and RV & Campground, Dean Creek Resort, Richardson Grove State Park, and throughout the festival fairway. And the fairway itself will showcase Richardson Grove Family Camp & RV Park. info on local camping and hotel accommodations is available at mateel.org. more than 170 craft, food, and non-profit vendors. A true vendor faire, Summer Arts is one of the few events that still features exclusively THE MATEEL INFORMATION & MERCHANDISE BOOTH handmade crafts- created and sold by the artisans themselves, remaining Open 9:30 am to 10 pm both days true to the principles upon which the event was founded. Offering… Beyond this, there’s an all-media fine arts show, a Belly Dance • Program Guides, Stage Schedules and Other Festival Info Temple, Hearth’s jam tent, Circus Nature’s 3-Rings of Play, • Summer Arts & Music Festival T-shirts the alternative energy offerings of the Generation Green Dome, an • Mateel Memberships and Community Center Information • Mateel Merchandise including T-shirts, sweatshirts, tanks, hats, area with the pan pipers of Huayllipacha, the sideshow CDs and more peculiarities of the Circus Emporium Odditorium, a kids craft zone, • Raffle Tickets- chance to and a night time DJ dance party at our SummerTronica Tent- all of win from over 120 prizes – which combine to offer something for everyone and make Summer 1 for $2.00 or 3 for $5.00 Arts a truly unique and immersive experience. (Drawing will be held on It’s also one of our most important local fundraisers, not only for Sunday at 5:00 pm) the Mateel Community Center, but also for our larger non-profit and • Stuff Check - for $5.00 artistic community- so your good times translate to real support for the you can check your stuff organizations and artists that make Humboldt County such a special in a safe location while place to live. So whether you’ve never joined us before- or been with you enjoy the fair. All us since the beginning, we’re sure you will find delights for the ears, items must be picked up eyes, body, mind, and soul in your 2017 Summer Arts experience… by 9:30pm. Free for MCC members. Justin Crellin • Lost & Found- stop here for lost and found (or at Security Central after hours). All unclaimed lost & found will be returned to the Mateel office in General Manager Redway and be available for pick up beginning Wed, June 7. Mateel Community Center

2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 5 Head liners, SATURDAY, JUNE 3 8:40~Easy Star All Stars TREES STAGE This roots and Dub collective of all star and vocalists based in New York City perform deep roots originals as well as Reggae 10:00 Long Valley Dance & versions as a tribute to some of Rock’s greatest albums including ’s iconic record remade as in 2003, and Laytonville High School Band ’ classic album remade as 11:25 All Star Theatre Arts Easy Star’s Lonely 12:00 Feet First Hearts Dub Band in 2009. Released on Bonus set Arianna Guillette the 1:15 Wicklow Atwater label, founded by band member Bonus set Savannah Rose David Goldwasser 2:35 The Flames who along with esteemed producer Bonus set Paul Turner are the masterminds 4:00 Elektric Voodoo behind these Reggae Bonus set TBA Dub meets popular Rock cover albums. Dub Side of the Moon has remained on the Billboard 5:25 La Inedita Reggae charts since its release. The collective have since released Bonus set Del McCain a tribute album to the late entitled Thrillah, and an interpretation of OK Computer, the album by . 7:00 The Brothers Comatose The Easy Star All-Stars have toured to over 30 countries on six continents, performing at many of the world’s largest music festivals, amassing a 8:40 Easy Star All Stars dedicated following that comes to experience these Reggae, Dub and interpretations of Rock compositions in the live setting. The band has nearly 3 million followers on Soundcloud, a testament to these unique SOLAR STAGE tribute concept albums. A seasoned set of players, they blend genres and add complex vocal harmonies over a solid rhythm section, making 10:00 Savannah Rose them one one of the top international Reggae acts on the scene today. 11:05 Mystical Lion 12:20 Farmhouse Odyssey The Easy Star All-Stars have toured to over 30 countries 1:40 Seed 707 on six continents, performing at many of the world’s 3:00 Jenni & David and largest music festivals, amassing a dedicated following The Sweet Soul Band that comes to experience these Reggae, Dub and Ska 4:25 Fresh Coast Connection interpretations of Rock compositions in the live setting. 5:50 Marley Project 7:20 Soul Ska 7:00~The Brothers Comatose 8:50 Motherlode Returning Summer Arts festival favorites, real life brothers Ben and Alex Morrison play guitar and banjo respectively, and are co-lead vocalists fronting this Southwest-tinged, rowdy string band that formed in San Francisco with players Ryan Avellone on vocals and bass, Gio Benedetti LAWN STAGE on banjo and vocals and Philip Brezina 10:00 Bret Harte Breakers on fiddle. Their 11:15 Off The Chart first release Songs From the Stoop 12:30 Gatehouse Well (2012) received reviews for its 1:50 Garberville Town Band honest, authentic, 3:10 JD Jeffries Band songwriting and organic production 4:30 Kindred Spirits values. The band’s 5:50 Chubritza latest album City Painted Gold reflects 7:15 Pura Vida the changes in 8:50 Goodshield Aguilar & the San Francisco landscape for artists. To create the set of songs, they returned to their home of fourteen years in the Haight-Ashbury Angus of BROTHER neighborhood. Ben Morrison explains “We wrote this album living in San Francisco as it was changing from a weird, art friendly mecca to a place that only super rich tech workers could afford…things started changing – YOUTH STAGE venues were closing down, and artist and friends moved away. What is San Francisco without its weirdos?” The resulting album answers 10:00 Circus Nature this question and showcases the continuing maturity of this talented group. Performing live as a string quintet they bring a sing-along, 11:00 Mickey The Clown stomp-along vibe that makes for one big extended Morrison family 12:00 Ty & Hawk house party. 1:00 Kinetic Paranormal Society 2:25 SPARC Program Students Performing live as a string quintet they bring a 3:05 Circus Luminescence sing-along, stomp-along vibe that makes for one big 4:10 ClownSnotBombs extended Morrison family house party. 5:20 Circus Emporium Roadshow Late night show 9 pm Circus Luminescence 6 Mateel Community Center Head liners, SUNDAY, JUNE 4 TREES STAGE 8:40~Locos Por Juana Making their inaugural Summer Arts appearance, this Grammy- 10:00 Joanne Rand nominated bilingual Latin presents a sound that is a hybrid of Latin, Caribbean and American rhythms. The heart and soul of their style 11:00 Chris & Peter emanates from as the three founding members share this cultural 12:00 Feet First background. Founded in Miami, Bonus set Delaney Rose the band consists of vocalist Itawe 1:15 Hot October Correa, guitarist Bonus set Mark Goo Mark Kondrat and drummer Javier 2:35 Durand Jones & The Indications Delgado as well as Lasim Richards Bonus set Alex Kent on trombone and 4:00 Dustin Thomas percussionist Carlos Palmet. Horns Bonus set Panda and percussion season the sound 5:25 Jah9 & The Dub Treatment to explore , Bonus set Malakai Schindel Champeta and Afro-Colombian patterns fused with Hip Hop, Rock, Funk and Afrobeat to present an ultra-energized live performance. 7:00 Carolyn Wonderland Their latest album Caribe features collaborations with several artists including Vaughn Benjamin (Midnite, Akae Beka) on the title track, 8:40 Locos Por Juana plus rapper Talib Kweli and Collie Buddz. The Los Angeles Times defines Locos Por Juana’s style as “a funky, pan-Latin amalgam, pulling listeners into a reverse Gulf Stream churning through the Straits of Florida south SOLAR STAGE to Jamaica, Venezuela and Colombia, and over to Puerto Rico.” Due to the danceable quality and eclectic style, the band has a devoted fan 10:00 Mark Goo following from Europe to Central and South America to Puerto Rico and the U.S. This set will serve as an epic finale to a weekend full of 11:05 Square Heads diverse Summer Arts performances! 12:20 SoHum Girls Due to the danceable quality and eclectic style, 1:40 Ghost Train the band has a devoted fan following from 3:00 The Non Prophets Europe to Central and South America to Puerto 4:25 Asha Nan Rico and the U.S. 5:50 Diggin Dirt 7:15 Candelaria 7:00~Carolyn Wonderland This Austin, Texas-based singer- and multi-instrumentalist 8:50 Stymie & The Pimp Jones (guitar, mandolin, trumpet, piano) has won numerous awards for her Luv Orchestra unique sound that is primarily but incorporates LAWN STAGE elements of Country, Swing, Zydeco, Gospel, 10:00 Mihael Kavanaugh Soul, Latin and 11:00 Humboldt Capoiera . Dynamic musicianship 12:20 The Real Sarahs with her vocal instrument as 1:45 Planet 4 the driving force, 3:10 EZ Money her singing reaches ecstatic 4:35 Band O Loko heights, rising in a crescendo from the deepest part of her soul in a powerful voice 6:00 Scary Little Friends that garners comparisons to Janis Joplin and as a guitar player and 7:25 Hera Has A Heart vocalist, on par with Bonnie Raitt and Susan Tedeschi. Her song “Miss Understood” released in 2008 remains a classic favorite in regular 8:50 The Sturgeons rotation on the Blues airwaves. Carolyn Wonderland exudes the pure joy of playing, recording, and performing live music- making her a popular performer on the national festival circuit. Her Summer Arts YOUTH STAGE debut is sure to be a highlight of the fest. 10:00 Circus Nature Dynamic musicianship with her vocal instrument as 11:00 Mickey The Clown the driving force, her singing reaches ecstatic heights, 12:00 Ty & Hawk rising in a crescendo from the deepest part of her soul 1:00 Kinetic Paranormal Society in a powerful voice that garners comparisons to Janis Joplin and as a guitar player and vocalist, on par 2:25 Whale Gulch School with Bonnie Raitt and Susan Tedeschi. 3:05 Circus Luminescence 4:10 ClownSnotBombs 5:20 Circus Emporium Roadshow

2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 7 Trees Stage, SATURDAY, JUNE 3 10:00~Long Valley Dance & Laytonville High School Band 4:00~Elektric Long Valley Dance Voodoo is Laytonville’s com- Inspired by the West African munity dance and sub-genre of Afrobeat, which fitness center, offering was first made popular globally classes in a wide by Fela Kuti from Nigeria, this variety of styles for San Diego-based band blends children and adults. Blues, Latin, and vintage Rock For the past decade, to present songs that can flow the Long Valley Dance into lengthy jams. Performing Collective, an adult as a five piece ensemble, the performing troupe, group uses vintage keyboards, layers of guitar sounds and percussion to drive the has choreographed and performed a groove. This five piece ensemble was started by Scott Tournet (vocals, guitars, keys, variety of dances while mentoring younger harmonica), best known as guitarist for Grace Potter & The Nocturnals, who began dancers. recording new songs in his living room just for fun. After recording the majority of an LHS has had a rock band program for album he connected with some like-minded musicians who loved what they heard many years under the direction of Dennis and the recording project morphed into a proper band that includes Mark Boyce on Hogan. The program produces both a keyboards, Ty Kiernanon on percussion, Matt Bozzone on drums and Evan Lucas on beginning and advanced level rock band bass. comprised of students from different musical backgrounds. The students choose Bonus Set~TBA the repertoire and are excited for this opportunity to perform in front of a festival audience. 5:25~La Inedita Peruvian Chicha meets 11:25~All Star Theatre Arts Jamaican Raggamuffin in The ATA Allstars are Humboldt County’s this hot band from Lima, one and only elite musical theatre troupe Peru! Their sound is rooted comprised of children ages 9-19. They in a style of Latin Cumbia travel throughout sharing their known as “Chicha” that is passion for music and the performing arts influenced by Surf-Rock and with all who see them. , and mixed with the rapid “Raggamuffin” singing style reminiscent of music. The band first formed in 2010 when they learned of each other’s 12:00~Feet First musical ability through their network of friends. They initially got together to jam and Part of Summer Arts since its genesis, this have fun but from that first session came this musical fusion of styles that developed group exemplifies the love of dance as an into their signature “Chichamuffin” sound, and they released an album of the same art form with three generations of local name in 2012. Afropop Worldwide said of the project, “The group’s blend is made more dancers. Performing a wide scope of dance impressive by their evident instrumental talent; the guitar solos sting and bite, the rapper and theatrical pieces centered in a variety can really flow, the rhythm section is able to generate both genuinely threatening intensity of styles, they attract a devoted following and a dance floor filling groove (and often both at the same time).” for their annual presentation. Bonus Set~Del McCain Bonus Set~Arianna Guillette Performing a soulful, energetic & unique A singer songwriter and Humboldt local who blend of insightful, sometimes funny original music that is melodic and performs all original music on her ukulele. powerfully rhythmic. 1:15~Wicklow Atwater Hailing from Los Angeles, this five piece acoustic, Americana, Roots, Bluegrass, Folk, Punk fusion band met as childhood friends in the Atwater Village area and started playing music together. Vocal harmonies in 7:00~The Brothers the string band style with acoustic guitar, Comatose banjo, harmonica, mandolin and violin set the pace for lyrical poetry that expresses See Saturday’s Trees Stage headliner angst and romantic tension with a dose description of anarchy. The ultimate goal of the band is simple, to serenade the nation and to live and experience the beauty that this country has to offer through touring and performing on the road. 8:40~Easy Star All Stars Bonus Set~Savannah Rose See Saturday’s Trees Stage headliner Humboldt County locals Shelsea Savannah description and Lindsay Rose perform heartfelt originals and give a fresh take on Country favorites. 2:35~The Zydeco Flames One of the premier Zydeco bands on the West Coast, they perform music that has Summer Arts Beer Booths its origins in Cajun country of the American south. Singing in both English and Cajun Conveniently located at each end of the festival, cool off with a cold French, the band has released six albums one from our Beer Garden- featuring over 8 brews from Lagunitas, and played this timeless, festive music at Eel River, Anderson Valley, Ace Cider, Six Rivers and more. many prestigious stages throughout the Fine wine by Frey Vineyards and refreshing mimosas will also US for over two decades. The Flames’ sixth CD release Fire It Up, provides fans with be available. Both bars close at 9:00pm. Drink tickets required for hot Zydeco in the tradition of masters like purchase. Please enjoy responsibly and remember to stay hydrated. Clifton Chenier, Buckwheat Zydeco and Queen Ida. Bonus Set~Paul Turner This guitarist has a style that ranges from contemporary Folk to Jazz. He weaves a sensual journey of love and compassion interlaced with crosspicking guitar.

8 Mateel Community Center Trees Stage, SUNDAY, JUNE 4 10:00~Joanne Rand 2:35~Durand Jones & Now in her fourth decade of making music, this The Indications singer-songwriter released Originally from Louisiana bayou country, her 16th album, Southern Girl in 2015, which Durand Jones writes original Soul music in the was called “One of the year’s freshest, most vintage American tradition. He and the band distinctive offerings” by Roots Music Report. The Indications formed in Bloomington, Indiana and released their self titled debut album in 11:00~Chris & Peter 2016 that the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel deemed Folk duo Chris & Peter have been playing “Soul music that’s so much of the old school that it together for more than 40 years and have might as well drive a car with fins.” Durand Jones performed at nearly every Summer Arts since got his start singing in the church and in college the festival’s inception. They play a mix of he was selected to join the legendary Indiana traditional and original material on Dobro and University Soul Revue. It was through his involvement in this group that he met writer/ guitar, bringing you a taste of the old-time producer duo Aaron Frazer and Blake Rhein and the three began writing original Soul festival magic and will be playing selections music and recording the compositions live “off the floor” in the studio to create their from their brand new, and first album ever, impressive album. appropriately titled, Finally. Bonus Set~Alex Kent 12:00~Feet First Keeping the fires burning for the music of the See Saturday’s Tree stage description , inspired by the guitar playing of Jerry Garcia, his playing brings joy to Dead Bonus Set~Delaney Rose Heads when he performs. A dynamic 12 year old singer-songwriter performing empowering and uplifting songs. 4:00~Dustin Thomas Known for his evocative and unifying 1:15~Hot October performances that manifest as sing-a-longs in a style that is part “beat-box” and part Soul- This high energy, five piece, Bluegrass group Folk, this singer-songwriter has cultivated from Los Angeles are some of the best pickers an extensive grassroots following. Tourin as in southern California. Players include SoHum a support act, the artist has shared the stage native Jesse Olema (fiddle, vocals), along with the biggest names in conscious music with Paul Fuller (banjo, including Rising Appalachia, and Nahko and vocals), David Tranchina Medicine for The People with whom he played bass for several years. As an advocate (bass), Sasha Birrittella for both social and environmental justice, Dustin Thomas uses his platform to inspire (guitar), and Craig Ferguson both awareness and consciousness on issues that all of humanity face by delivering (mandolin, dobro) who messages to empower us to work through the together perform well- hard times and ultimately to love ourselves, crafted original songs with love the planet, and love each other. a high lonesome sound and evocative harmonies. Bonus Set~Panda Bonus Set~Mark Goo From New Zealand comes a one-man powerhouse, this singer/songwriter blends folk, Jammin’ rhythms and lyrics in a southern Humboldt blues and soul in originals sung with an agile dab-step style. vocal style, playing a soft one moment, and in a gritty honky tonk style the next. 5:25~Jah9 & The Dub Treatment A favorite locally, this band makes their Summer Arts debut. Led by vocalist and songwriter Jah9, the group’s sound is defined as “Jazz on Dub”. Hailing from Jamaica, Jah9’s vocals soar in the tradition of jazz with vibrato, inspired by the open spaces of instrumental dub of 1970’s Jamaican roots music that serves as a sonic bed for messages of spiritual reawakening, cultural preservation and upliftment, addressing poignant social issues from the female perspective. Jah9 “sings for justice”, directing the conversation toward the leaders, “I speak and I know, words are reserved for the truth, not perfect but aware of the example I set for the youth…. I know from experience, the system is flawed and unfair, so I live outside it, as much as I possibly dare”. In 2016 she released her second album titled 9, an homage to the number nine as the symbol of creation and womb of the universe. Bonus Set~ Malakai Schindel A multi-dimensional Elfin wind-master, he is known throughout the Pacific Northwest for his exciting rhythmic style on flutes and panpipes and has been delighting audiences around the world for more than twenty years.

7:00~Carolyn Wonderland See Sunday’s Trees Stage headliner description

8:40~Locos Por Juana See Sunday’s Trees Stage headliner description

2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 9 Solar Stage, SATURDAY, JUNE 3 10:00~Savannah Rose 7:20~Soul Ska Humboldt County locals Shelsea This 9 piece Bay Area collective Savannah and Lindsay Rose perform serves up original and classic heartfelt originals and give a fresh take Jamaican and UK Ska covers on Country favorites. of songs that ushered in the Two-Tone Ska revival movement in 1970’s UK. Combining elements of Ska, Reggae and its predecessor 11:05~Mystical Lion Rocksteady with elements of , the songs This five piece band features singer- reach frenetic energy levels Jenifer Breeze and Ras Linga. inspiring movement. They Since 2016 they have performed original feature alumni from a number songs with a / roots vibe and of esteemed NorCal groups like Vinyl, Les Claypool’s Electric Apricot, Monophonics, devotional lyrics that bring messages Albino! and Stymie & The Pimp Jones Luv Orchestra. of hope and unity over classic Reggae rhythms. 8:50~Motherlode A 10 piece Arcata-based Funk/Jam band comprised of all-star local musicians, 12:20~Farmhouse Odyssey they play original music Formed by five college students in a small influenced by James Brown, farmhouse in the fall of 2012 in Arcata, Herbie Hancock, Parliament/ the band has an improvisational writing Funkadelic and the more style inspired by the natural beauty of contemporary funk sounds the Pacific Northwest. Songs flow freely of Galactic. Representing the between moods and styles influenced next generation of The Funk by , Psychedelia, Jazz, they offer complex arrangements and earthy 1970s style instrumentation that is sure Funk, and World music, while always to make you move. Horns and a bumping rhythm section keep the pace in celebration retaining the distinct musical personality of their latest album All In Good Time- which features collaborations with legendary of the group. artists like Fred Wesley, Bill Summers and DJ Logic- all of who occasionally join them in live performance!

1:40~Seed707 The Summer Arts and Music Festival is broadcast All original Mendo Rock, Reggae & Blues live on your local station from Laytonville. Players Mary, Joe, KMUD. 91.1 SoHum. 88.1 NoHum, 90.3 Mendo, Dustin, Gary & Ivan have kept the love 99.5 Shelter Cove. Tune in during the event to of music alive by performing together hear main stage acts, recordings of acts from other since 2003. Writing all original music, stages, artist interviews and more. KMUD is this husband and wife led band is a volunteer driven listener supported radio and combination of Joplin-like vocals, strong thanks the community for their Rock rhythms, and melodic Blues leads. enduring support for nearly 30 years!

3:00~Jenni & David and The Sweet Soul Band This bluesy, funky, soulful band hails THE ONLY RULE IS GOOD BEER from Eureka. Comprised of seasoned players who perform originals and classics with their own distinctive style, NOW AVAILABLE IN CANS! a full sound drives the groove with vocals and baritone sax from Jenni Simpson, guitars and vocals from David Childers, Julie Froblom on four types of saxophones and vocals, Justin Hobart Brown on bass guitar and Peter Krueger on drums and vocals.

4:25~Fresh Coast Connection ft. Berel, AC The Coolest, Pete Da Sav Hailing from Humboldt, Mendo, and the Bay Area, the FCC create a sophisticated party experience laced with 90’s beat- slap and feel-good lyrics that represent the Hip-Hop sound of the Golden State. This will be the group’s first time performing at Summer Arts, so expect some special guests dropping in and don’t miss the party. 5:50~Marley Project ORGANIC CALIFORNIA EMERALD TRIANGLE This all star band of musicians BLONDE ALE PALE ALE from Humboldt County plays 5.8% ABV 5.0% ABV the music of Bob Marley and the 13 IBU 40 IBU Wailers and features multiple vocalists from the local Reggae community singing both lead and support throughout their HOW FAR WILL YOU TAKE IT? sets including Lorenza and Madi Simmons, Prince Levy, Ju Drum and more. They also feature members from a number of top FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA local groups including Woven @EELRIVERBREWING Roots, The Dubba Dubs and Vidagua, among others.

10 Mateel Community Center Solar Stage, SUNDAY, JUNE 4 10:00~Mark Goo 5:50~Diggin Dirt Jammin’ rhythms and lyrics in Rooted in Humboldt County since a southern Humboldt dab-step 2011, they perform in a style that style. ranges from Reggae to Afrobeat to heavy Funk- and always 11:05~Square Heads with strong elements of gritty Soul. Hailing from Northern The band forages the earth for the Mendocino, this four piece jazz- dirtiest of grooves to make you fusion-rock band made up of dance and enjoy every bit of life- all young musicians Charles Dilks of which is impressively showcased (keys), Vinnie Gossman (drums), on their recent release, Full Season. Jayden Losee(bass) & Devin McCafferey (guitar) formed 7:15~Candelaria when they met at Laytonville From the Bay Area come a group High School. that combines Colombian Cumbia rhythms with horns, - 12:20~SoHum Girls style guitar and female vocals, Combining Funk, Jazz, Rock, mixed in an /Dub style Country, Blues with a touch of using real time effects and adding New Orleans second line, this more seasoning with African group is putting the final touches High Life guitar lines and Indian on their 4th album. Featuring ragas. Returning again by popular Richard Barnick on bass and demand, Candelaria have become vocals, Brigette Brannan on Summer Arts regulars and always vocals and percussion, Tina draw a strong crowd for their lively Garsen on sax and clarinet, Chris cross-cultural performances. Manspeaker on guitar, Marcia Mendels on keys and vocals, 8:50~Stymie & and Bill Moehnke on drums and The Pimp Jones Luv vocals. Orchestra 1:40~Ghost Train From the Bay Area come an eleven- piece funk ensemble founded in Based in Humboldt County, this 1996 by Sean “Stymie” Sharp. The band plays an eclectic mix of band has a reputation for bringing R&B, Funk and Soul with a hint an eclectic performance style and of Rock n’ Roll and features a full was voted “Best Funk Band” by band sound with soulful vocals. San Francisco Weekly. Performing Members include Sam Kaplan- original material, they have been Good on drums, Jamie Carroll on headlining shows, releasing vocals, William Mitchell on bass, recorded works and keeping the party going with a variety of veteran musicians and Sly Holladay on keyboard, Leah new blood for over two decades. No stranger to Summer Arts audiences- they will Mahan on support vocals, and serve up an appropriately funky menu to close out our 2017 Solar Stage offerings. both Zachary​ ​Zwerdling and Jimmy Foot on guitar.

3:00~The Non Prophets Humboldt’s homegrown purveyors of progressive rock and roll are back. They’ll be debuting songs from their newly released album, Sudden Saints and cranking-up some jam classics. Special guest, Francine Allen will be joining Cynthia Martells on vocals. The feeling is real, the delivery is hot and the music is all their own.

4:25~Asha Nan Asha Nan delivers a soulful blend of Brazilian, African, Reggae, Funk, and Hiphop grooves. Their original music supports positive lyrics of peace, unity, and spiritual transformation. A multi- generational group of musicians from diverse backgrounds come together to create a communal musical experience celebrating love.

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2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 11 Lawn Stage, SATURDAY, JUNE 3 10:00~Bret Harte Breakers 4:25~Kindred Spirits A Folk/Rock/Bluegrass outfit playing An acoustic roots band founded in the Fieldbrook smokin’ original tunes along with some area of Humboldt County in 2008. Old-timey tricked out covers. Humboldt county vocals and improvisational instrumentals crowds have been shaking and grooving to draw from the vintage styles of , Bill them for years. Monroe, Johnny Cash and the Grateful Dead. Original compositions are flavored on occasion with reggae rhythms as well as a wide scope 11:00~Off The Chart of tempos, from Bluegrass, to and to Well-regarded for their Latin Jazz standards jamming Rock grooves that encourage our and original compositions, this group kindred connection through music. transforms to a Gypsy caravan for Summer 5:50~Chubritza Arts Festival. Dance to their Gypsy infused This Arcata-based group performs Balkan, Jazz sounds. Eastern European and international played on instruments like accordion, flute, mandolin, dumbek drums and tambura, 12:20~The Gatehouse Well a traditional stringed instrument. They A trio of Dominic Romano, have been together since 1993 delighting Evan Morden, and Michael Dayvid local audiences with their authentic cultural performing mixtures of catchy originals, presentations. classic foot-stompers, and traditional fiddle tunes. They bring a fun, energetic experience 7:15~Pura Vida while maintaining the authenticity that is Playing Afro-Caribbean rhythms like Cuban the essence of the Folk genre. Son, Cumbia, Merengue for a spicy Salsa picante to get you dancing. Add to the mix, 1:40~Garberville Flamenco and Samba with a little bit of funk Town Band and they bring pure life (the translation of From the heart of Humboldt, this Spanish pura vida) to the party. band features many top local horn 8:50~Goodshield Aguilar players and percussionists, they with Angus of BROTHER bring Latin, Funk, World music styles sharing their instrumental talents as Multi-instrumentalist of Lakota and Yaqui individuals taking solos during their heritage Goodshield Aguilar has traveled the sets and playing off of each other. world sharing his culture, stories and original “Indigenous Soul” music. He uses his art to 3:10~JD Jeffries Band be a voice for the voiceless, like the buffalo A band led by JD Jeffries, a musician who in Yellowstone and the many struggles of has been playing in the NorCal area for over indigenous people and their environments 40 years, this singer-songwriter performs all over Turtle Island (America). Goodshield is on guitar, singing songs from an extensive joined at SAMF by Angus Richardson, a founding repertoire of Rock, Blues, Country, Bluegrass member of the band BROTHER, renowned for and Motown. On lead guitar, mandolin hypnotic tribal rhythms, insightful lyrics and and vocals is Devin Paine; on bass guitar, the sound of bagpipes. Goodshield and Angus keyboards and vocals is Teri Lockhart; and have recently come together to form this Scott Hill is on drums. exciting new project/sound.

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12 Mateel Community Center Lawn Stage, SATURDAY, JUNE 4 10:00~Mihael Kavanaugh 3:10~EZ Money Playing acoustic finger-picked guitar, A Southern Humboldt based band comprised blended with inspirational vocals and of Tom Lasbury, Jeanne York, Randy Clark, accents of solo flute, this artist first played Brad Jenkins and Richard Barnick- they are SAMF over thirty years ago. always fun to sing, dance and groove to. Check them out and you’ll find yourself saying things like, “Hey, I’ve heard that song before!” 11:00~Humboldt Capoeira 4:35~Band O Loko Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial arts practice that combines movement, music Performing traditional surf rock as a power and acrobatics. Humboldt Capoeira trio of drums, guitar and keys, they released Academy is dedicated to sharing cultural their first album Tunnel Of Fun in 2016. With awareness and offers classes for all ages nice hooks, phrasing and meaningful lyrics- and levels. Directed by Mestre Canguru, enjoy the ride... who first began his studies in 1978 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, he has since traveled the globe 6:00~Scary Little Friends presenting workshops. The presentation The rock brainchild of trio Chris Jones will feature master practitioners alongside (vocals, guitar), Charlie Knote (drums) a mix of other skill levels. and Jon Payne (bass), after a few years of performing around the Bay Area they have refined their blend of originals with lilting 12:20~The Real Sarahs power vocals, surfs-up guitar, and classic rock rhythms. With a little bit of swagger This female vocal trio sing Blues, Folk and from the 70’s, some sway from the 80’s and Country harmonies. The songwriting draws lots of sweat from the 90’s delivered with an from the stories of their own life journeys/ honest, unapologetic pop sensibility that is experiences, and their latest album both disarming and refreshing. Afternoon With the Dirty Birds was released in May. 7:25~Hera Has A Heart A dynamic power trio, their music is created 1:45~Planet 4 with the intention to encourage the power Vocalist Beth Wells sings lead, Andy Barnett of love to overcome the love of power. This is on keys and trumpet, Peter Weissman is on year the trio is releasing their first concept bass, and Orlando Morales on percussion. album, The Mirror and will be performing Stellar interpretations of Jazz standards and songs from the album at SAMF. a presentation of funky originals are what’s in store. 8:50~The Sturgeons Based in Arcata, this is a punk rock, surf thrash band that formed in 2015. Prolific recording artists and performers, they released Live on Local Lixx earlier in 2017, Lost & Found and both Uh Oh! It’s... and ‘Neath the at the Mateel Information Booth Demon’s Wings in 2016.

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14 Mateel Community Center 2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 15 Youth Stage, SATURDAY, JUNE 3 & SUNDAY, JUNE 4 10:00~Circus Nature Nani Nature and A.O’Kay Clown invite you to join Circus Nature in “Save the 3:05~Circus Luminescence Earth-Pass It On” Performance and Prepare to embark on a vaudeville vision quest Circus Game. They will show how for the ages in the Odd.I.See of Clubman! Follow we can join together to create a better a cartoon like prophet on a journey through a future for all of us. Led by Denise and universe of infinite imagination that pits him Bede Steenblock-Smith, Circus Nature against his dreaded foe, the Frown Queen. returns to the festival for their 21st year Combining their knee-slapping comedic wit, of innovative performance and play. award winning technical skill, and state-of- the-art-technology this circus ensemble from

Portland, OR creates a whirlwind adventure 11:00~Mickey filled with incredible prop manipulation, feats of danger, and uproarious laughter. The Clown See In The Kid Zone description 4:10~ClownSnotBombs Based in Berkeley, this non- 12:00~Ty and Hawk profit physical comedy This young Native American comedy performance company is duo use comedic skills and role play composed of multi-talented to delight audiences. These multi- artists, circus performers, and talented performers also write funny musicians. They captivate songs, sometimes use puppets in audiences with their humor their act, and have their own YouTube while teaching youth comedy channel. Returning to SAMF programs and hosting a free 2017, they present a hilarious variety weekly circus skill-share. The show format during their set. company has appeared in an exciting performance-based television show called Fake Off on TruTV, and released an album, Goldtooth. 1:00~Kinetic Paranormal Society 5:20~Circus A pair of socks travel in a magical Emporium wardrobe through time and space to investigate all things supernatural. Roadshow Bartleby and Artemus find themselves Step right up to see these foiling evil plans, while nearly most dangerous and destroying the world themselves. breathtaking acts! This is an Live music backs this performance authentic Roadshow, a 10-in-1 of puppets, comedy, magic, and sideshow experience, straight suspense. from Coney Island, New York. You may see the Human Blockhead, the Pain-Proof Girl, the Elastic Man, and a parade of human anomalies. 2:25~SPARC Program Seeing is believing, and you will never see anything like this as long as you shall live. (Saturday only) The Mateel Community Center youth orchestra, SPARC (Spring Arts Collective), is a multi-generational orchestra blending students and experienced musicians to perform as a polyrhythmic ensemble and experiment with improvisation. Instrumentation includes marimbas built by local artist Bryce Grey, plus bass, soprano to tenor recorders, and voice.

2:25~Whale Gulch School Music Program (Sunday only) The Whale Gulch School Music Program has been evolving over the last 6 years and the middle and high school students are prepared to showcase their talents. Students were asked to choose songs that reflect the times and they will be performing a mix of original songs and cover tunes with a variety of instrumentation.

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16 Mateel Community Center In The Kid Zone, SATURDAY, JUNE 3 & SUNDAY, JUNE 4 SATURDAY & SUNDAY Family Arts Activities Tent: Children must be accompanied by an adult to participate in the 10am-6pm following activities The earth is our Art Studio and in the Family Arts Tent we utilize natural local art supplies as well 11am-6pm~Circus Nature Presents as recycled and reusable items to create magic The Three Rings Of Play 11am-6pm and beauty. We encourage families to work together to create something lasting so your Join in the fun with Circus Natures child remembers the Summer Arts Festival all under the RainbowStar Circus year long. Supplies are constantly rotating, so Pavilion to embark on circus you can come back to the tent throughout the adventures in The Three Rings weekend and always find something new to get of Play. Led by Denise and Bede your creative juices flowing. SteenblockSmith, Circus Nature returns to the festival for their 20th Bouncy House: 10am-7pm year of innovative performance and Every kid’s favorite attraction, the Bouncy House is play! offered free of charge all weekend in a supervised environment. Defy gravity and come take a romp. Ring 1: Make Believe Theater - Skits and Puppets with Wizardly Circus Emporium Odditorium Storytelling. Plus bubble magic and The Circus Emporium is Arcata’s premier animal balloons amusement institution and museum of oddities, curiosities and other circus memorabilia. The Ring 2: Circus Skills Extra- Circus Nature Presents Circus Emporium is dedicated to preserving the vaganza - Show off your Circus Americana folk art tradition of Circus Sideshow. Skills with hoops, balls, juggling A. O’kay Clown & NaniNature This is a rare opportunity to see a display of the pins, pogo sticks and stilts, jump Juggling Jesters & odd and the unusual. You may see a jakalope, rope, hopscotch, and more Wizards of Play you may see P.T. Barnum’s original Fiji Mermaid, Ring 3: Peaceful Pandemonium Performances you may see mutant piglet preserved in - Enjoy active play in a Kind and for all ages. formaldehyde… you never know what could appear at the Circus Emporium Odditorium! Rowdy way, such as tug of peace, Magical adventures with parachute chase, springboards and circus games and toys Mickey The Clown tumbling mat acrobatics. Mickey is America’s premier musical clown and with his bamboo kazoo, one of a kind voice, and * And be sure to meet under the original songs, he makes an instant fan of everyone. RainbowStar Circus Pavilion at Having worked with some of the most respected 6:00pm each day to get your props names in international circus, his skills have led and join in the Celebration of Life to appearances on Circus Of The Stars, Romper Parade! Room, and Bozo- and his engaging shows deliver a Festivals, Events & Parties message highlighting self-respect, environmental (707) 499-5628 awareness, and just plain growing up. Look for www.circusnature.com him as a roving performer throughout the Kid Zone and don’t miss his performance on the Youth Stage each day. Captain Bubbles Captain Bubbles is back with his bubble magic, where we bring smiles, excitement, and a lot of fun, fun, fun! Try and hit the giant balloon falling from the sky, or relax and enjoy the ancient sounds of vibration to sooth the mind body and soul with crystal and Tibetan singing bowls. Da Grand Pooba Performing random ambience throughout the festival and as the Solar Stage emcee, Da Grand Pooba is a storyteller, clown, and master of ceremonies, all rolled into one audacious package. Through laughter, original costuming, and puppetry, his jovial presence brings out the kid in all of us. Parades Spontaneous parades led by a variety of theatrical and musical characters will depart at random from the kid zone all weekend. Keep an eye out and join in the fun as we march around the festival. And be sure to meet us under the RainbowStar Circus Pavilion at 6pm to grab a prop and embark on the daily Celebration of Life Parade! Vending Booths A wide variety of vendors offer activities, costumes, fun, and foods especially for kids. Round Calendar Kids Area Though not technically in the Kid Zone, the Round Calendar area at the far south end of the festival will offer an opportunity for kids to paint rocks, make fabric sun disks, learn about the seasons, and dance their way around a giant Round Calendar. 811 I St. Arcata • 25 4th St. Eureka www.northcoast.coop 2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 17 Vendor Spotlight A favorite feature of the Summer Arts and Music Festival since the beginning, you’ll enjoy more than 150 handmade craft, food, and non-profit information booths lining the fairway. Below is just a random sampling of the creative offerings that await, so be sure to check out the festival map for a complete listing.

ALKAHEST ENDLESS JEWELRY ARCATA~80 INDIA GOURMET~38 MOCCASINS & LEATHER CRAFTS~95 Hailing from the mountains of Southern Oregon, we are a homespun outfit specializing in custom-made leather moccasins, hip & shoulder bags, journals, wrist- wear, and other Locally sourced delicious Indian cuisine.Vegan, accessories. Our aim is Endless Jewelry Arcata, where edgy fashion meets vegetarian, gluten-free curry choices as well as chicken to produce the finest, fine jewelry. One of a kind adornment fabricated and lamb curry,basmati rice bowls,nan wrap burrito most eye-catching, in Humboldt County with quality metals and hand style, samosa slider, mango lassi, chai tea. On site enduring, healthful selected semi precious stones. Each piece is made baked Tandoori nan bread. Come taste our delights! with distinctive craft(wo)manship designed to meet and personalized LARISSA ROBYN JEWELRY~46 leather products on the market. Come on by! the desires of every woman for every occasion. The bold statement pieces are created with the intention ART AND SURF~132 of empowering us to live freely and love wildly. FATBOL~136A

Larissa Robyn Artisan Jewelry creates one of a kind Spencer Reynolds has two lifelong passions: the ocean pieces utilizing mainly sterling silver and semi-precious and art. As a canvas he uses reclaimed woods, often Over the past seven years FATBÖL has been creating a stones. Growing up on the Mendocino coast. Her scavenged from local beaches. Spencer finds the lifestyle brand that represents a collective artistic voice stamping techniques and hammered textures create roughness of this natural material lends itself perfectly of Humboldt County, California. FATBÖL is taking the a truly unique style. After 10 years of jewelry design, to the raw ocean elements he works to capture; clothing industry to the next level by representing she is excited to share her craft with the community. whereas oils allow a freedom to capture the depth and interdisciplinary living and genre defying style. Inspired by nature, and brought to you with love. diversity of color. He features originals, prints, hats and The Music, Art, Clothing, and Culture that FATBÖL other merchandise in his booth. represents is all about a New Revolution of thinking, MALPAIS POTTERY~78 BOHEMIAN TATTOO~117 and as we know, Every Generation Needs a New Revolution. Hustle With Integrity. THE FLAMING PEARL~123

A native Californian artist and plant nerd, Malpais Alchemy seeks to tell stories through silk screened illustrations and to beautifully adorn with hand Bohemian Tattoo is owned and operated by Galen Luker crafted leather work depicting flora and fauna from who has been an artist his whole life and has been doing this bio-region and others throughout the world. I am so professionally since 2009. All tattoos and paintings now offering sustainably harvested and wild crafted are original and custom to fit each client. Capable of hydrosols, intentional scents and salves to soothe, The Flaming Pearl features eclectic and hand-fabricated all styles of art, specialties include art nouveau, asian brighten, and uplift the spirit. modern jewelry from the Pacific Northwest. The styled, animals, skulls, portraits, floral, color and black work is mainly created from sterling silver or fine and grey. MARTHA’S POTTERY~21 silver with semi-precious stones. Pamela also creates DREAMY ADORNMENTS ~137 pieces combining different metals such as bronze and copper with sterling silver. She has also been known to combine colorful translucent polymer in her work. Come have a look! HUMBLE HAMMOCKS~42 From the sounds of surf to the gentle misty breezes blowing through the mighty redwoods. Kick back, relax your soul and humble your being, in our family made high quality handwoven hammocks and swings.

Dreamy Adornments ~ Art created by Southern Martha Giotes turned her love for painting into Humboldt locals, Liana English and Johanna Markham functional and fun ceramic art. The process includes Miray. Original art by both artists, along with prints on wheel thrown or sculpted and carved ceramics that metal, canvas, and clothing. Jewelry, along with altered are glaze painted and kiln fired. Items include mugs, pieces and dolls, were all made with sacred intention, bowls, jewelry, dispensers, soap dishes, wall art, and a passion for the Goddess in her vibrant form of doorbells, and more. Creative options are endless creativity. and the variety of merchandise makes sure there’s something for everyone.

18 Mateel Community Center Vendor Spotlight PEACE POPS~ROVING ECOGARDENING~84 SISTAH’S VEGAN~39

Peace pops are made by hand with all natural and organic ingredients. We are a family owned and Sistah’s Vegan has built a reputation on offering the operated business. We use fresh whole fruit and most delicious, nutritious, organic, gluten-free, vegan sweeten with agave syrup! This is our 5th summer products for retail and wholesale customers. We offer A sustainable environment company, locally owned season selling peace pops at california music festivals a variety of international cuisine from Thai to Italian since 1995. Offering consulting, rural property, and !! Come find us and give our pops a try! to African and Caribbean. We are known as the vegan grow site development, building light dep, full term, food booth from around the world. PINEAPPLE EXPRESS~35 retrofit, and custom greenhouses–in addition to the EcoNeem product line. SK MIRTH~51 DESIGNS BY RYAN SCOTT~12

Pineapple Express Hawaiian Plate Lunch serves authentic local food-a mix of Hawaiian, Japanese, and Jade is found all over the world. Many of our pieces Portuguese to name a few. Come try one of our more feature the unique patterns found in Northern traditional dishes, such as the Shoyu Chicken, or take a California material. We offer sculpture, jewelry and leap with a modern spin on the classics, like our Kalua many functional pieces such as belt buckles, hair sticks, Pig Sliders. E komo mai (come on in), we’ll be waiting! While building my first canoe, the need to propel it snuff bottles and buttons. Jade Artists Jim Kelly and become apparent and a plastic paddle would not do. Marina Shoupe are thrilled to be at MSAF this PLANNED PARENTHOOD~ROVING This was when I first turned a piece of Western Red year. Please come by our booth Cedar into a form dating back centuries. The paddle form finds it’s way into serving boards and decorative STICKS-N’ sculptured hangings and Mash paddles for brewers STONES~67 while the ‘scraps’ transform into Culinary Utensils fulfilling my no-waste philosophy. These unique wall sculptures are based on the ancient SACRED EMPIRE~71 Japanese art form of Ikebana. Its principles Planned Parenthood Northern California will be a of balance and harmony “roving vendor,” offering safer sex kits, male and female help guide the viewer on condoms, lube, and dental dams. Health Educators will an introspective journey answer reproductive/sexual health questions. and age- through life in the natural appropriate information & supplies. PPNC champions universe. healthy communities and increases access to quality health care, information and reproductive freedom by Crafted from local materials providing medical services, education and advocacy. selected for their individual character, these pieces are QUINN SHARP~141 creative, fun, and will keep Quinn Sharp Jewelry Designs is a collection inspired you smiling on your own by the ocean and elements of nature. It has a beachy- personal journey. Enjoy!

Sacred Empire specializes in Humboldt made fashions that are designed, cut and sewn by Lindsay Koupal, out TRASHION PASSION~119 of sustainable fabrics such as hemp, organic cotton, and bamboo. Don’t miss our one of a kind pieces that were made exclusively for the Summer Arts Fair booth. Items sell out fast so find us early! SHANNA TRUMBLY~118 boho feel, with a modern bohemian edge. Fun, trendy, and high quality designs for free spirits and gypsy souls who love to adventure. REDZOLA DESIGNS~145

Inspired by all of the resources that go to waste in our farming community, I’ve created limited edition insulated cooler bags out of soil bags to be used for shopping, the river, and keeping your snacks cool while you work in your gardens this summer. I’ve also created recycled t-shirt fashions and organic screen- Powerful and beautiful energy from the Earth in the printed t-shirts with nature-inspired designs. form of handcrafted Gemstone Jewelry. A variety of Each of my paintings begin to form from a place necklaces, from feminine to masculine, and something of childlike wonder. Where imagination is free to for the young ones too. Each stone has a vibration, and dance, to weave together stories of nostalgia with the See page 4 for a map and listings offers the wearer qualities that can benefit and enhance luminous spark of the yet untold future. Come by my for over 150 other vendors! their lives. Please come by and learn more about the booth so I can share the magic with you! gifts and abundance from the Earth.

2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 19 Focus On Fine Art

All-Media Fine Arts Tent SPARC Exhibition The All-Media Fine Arts Tent will showcase The Fine Arts Tent will also highlight an exhibition dozens of exquisite paintings, drawings, of mixed media works by youth artists created in Family Arts In The Kid Zone sculpture, functional pieces, photographs, and conjunction with the Mateel Community Center’s In the Family Arts Tent we utilize all kinds of natural, mixed-media artwork by many of our region’s 2017 edition of the Spring Arts Collective Program local and found, up-cycled and recycled art supplies. top artists. Most pieces are for sale with proceeds (SPARC)- including pieces from an ongoing “lady Everyone is welcome to come create as we stretch supporting both the artist and MCC. liberty” series. our imaginations and bring home lasting memories in Art. Jump into the wild world of creative bliss and Poster Retrospective make festival magic while taking a little break under After a very special our cozy canopy. debut in 2016 for our 40th anniversary, the Fine Arts Tent will again feature The Art of Summer Arts- 40+ Years of Festival Posters- a poster retrospective that will highlight posters and original art from four decades of Performance Painting festival history- with Drawing inspiration from the music on our various designs by many stages, look for improvisational performance esteemed local artists. painting by a variety of local and regional fine artists throughout the festival both days.

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20 Mateel Community Center Fairway After Dark Take a stroll down the fairway at night for an exciting Summer Arts SUNDAY, JUNE 4 experience. In addition to evening musical sets on the Trees, Solar, and 7:00~8:00: Mr.415 Lawn Stages, a variety of engaging performers and performances will Making his debut festival performance at also emerge after dark throughout the festival. Check out the following Northern Nights 2015, Mr.415 always aims performances or just expect the unexpected! for musical diversity in his sets, touching on , Hip-Hop, Trap, Glitch, and , but always with at his core. SUMMERTRONICA E-Music Tent Above all, Mr.415 enjoys the live environment, (Located next to the Andean Music Area) 7-10 pm Saturday & Sunday so be sure to catch him in every event where music might find a place, from house parties SUMMERTRONICA is back at Summer Arts 2017. A space to weddings, campus events, radio, clubs, dedicated exclusively to and featuring some and silent . When not spending hours developing custom MIDI mappings or honing of the top DJs from our community. Come and dance his live production setup, Mr.415 is almost freely to the best house and ! always searching for new tunes to play, and new ways to play them. SATURDAY, JUNE 3 SUNDAY, JUNE 4 7:00-8:00: The Middle Agent 7:00-8:00: Mr. 415 8:00~9:00: DJ Knutz 8:00-9:00: DJ M 8:00-9:00: Knutz Kyle Stasse (aka DJ Knutz) started crate digging in 1999 east of Los Angeles, and soon thereafter 9:00-10:00: Marjo Lak 9:00-10:00: ZeroHouR began to DJ live events as an outlet to share his new tunes. Since moving to Arcata in 2004, he has relentlessly played hundreds of events, parties, and festivals, and held residencies at SATURDAY, JUNE 3 yoga centers and bars alike. Moving seamlessly from one genre to the next, Knutz is happy 7:00~8:00: The Middle Agent mixing classics we muse over with obscure For the last 17 years the western seaboard has beats n’ pieces. Although funkiness is often a key been privileged to experience the musical talents ingredient, sets are usually improvised for the of The Middle Agent. TMA executes sounds of moment, embracing and uplifting the collective genres that normally don’t play well with others energy of the people there. and makes them carry each other’s signatures like they were signing a pre-nup. Whether it be House, Techno, Breaks or any sub-genre within, 9:00~10:00: ZerohouR there’s a prescient quality about TMA that allows ZerohouR, the time when it’s about to go down! him to do all this and tailor his sets toward what Keeping it fresh with nothing but the best. he reads in the crowd for any given event. As Dropping Break Beats, House, Trap and Hip-Hop. co-founder of the well-revered Deep Groove Society, a music collective who has become a major asset to the ever-expanding electronic music scene of Northern California, The Middle Nighttime On The Youth Agent (a.k.a. Loren Meltzer) continues to provide Stage: Circus Luminescence upper echelon professionalism to his craft. Saturday night only~9pm 8:00~9:00 PM: DJ M Circus Luminescence presents a vaudeville Influenced by Hip Hop, Breaks, Funk and House vision quest for the ages. Combining knee- music, DJ M is a popular name around the dance slapping comedic wit, award-winning music scene in Humboldt. The 2011 Redbull three- technical skill, and state-of-the-art-technology style DJ Champion is known for his turntable to create a whirlwind adventure filled with skills, with precise mixing and an amazing variety incredible prop manipulation, illuminated of tunes that will keep you dancing all night long. juggling, and feats of danger!

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2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 21 Other Attractions See the festival map for locations of the following attractions

BELLY DANCE TEMPLE The Generation Saturday, June 3rd Sunday, June 4th Green Dome 12:00 Sassafras Belly Dance Co. 1:00 Moonstone Located at the far south 1:00 Rockin’ Rubies 2:00 Joweh end of the festival, the 2:00 Joweh 3:00 Special Guest Artists Generation Green Dome 3:00 Tribal Oasis Belly Dance (Isa, Eva & Alexandra) is the place where we celebrate all things 4:00 Rockin’ Rubies 4:00 Moonstone “green.” Brought to you 5:00 Lakshmi’s Daughters & 5:00 Lakshmi’s Daughters & by Greenwired, the Dome The Gypsy Theater The Gypsy Theater will feature the latest in alternative energy pro- ducts and information. Lakshmi’s Daughters & A list of the confirmed The Gypsy Theater displays, activities, and participants include: Once again, these festival favorites will tantalize us with the magical energy of • Greenwired- off grid power system, solar cooling and water pumping live music, sensuous dances of the Orient, • Electric vehicles and uplifting songs from around the world. • Wild Child Forest School Their offerings celebrate life, the Goddess, • Grow It Right Aquaponics- on site aquaponics display and the sacred in all things. • Sol Man/ Sol Solutions- solar gadgets and LED lights Joweh • Mother Earth Engineering/ Consultants With a strong foundation in the Egyptian and • Humboldt Green- keeping Humboldt Green! American cabaret styles, Joweh have grown and evolved creatively since 1996. Study of Huayllipacha’s Andean Music Area the various folkloric forms of Middle Eastern All afternoon both days Dance has included Moroccan, Saudi, and Huayllipacha (Why-Lee-Pacha) was conceived in 1987 by several Peruvian youths Tunisian. Several troupe members have from the Andes mountains. As a tribute to their culture and with respect for backgrounds in modern and jazz dance, their ancestors, they which lends a lyrical, highly expressive named their group in element to choreographies. Joweh has the ancient tongue of embraced fusion of Middle Eastern Dance Inca-Quechua. Meaning with other dance styles, including flamenco, “Singing to the Earth,” classical Indian dance, and hip-hop. it is in this spirit that their music is offered. Tribal Oasis Belly Dance Over the years, they’ve Catch some shimmies with Tribal Oasis Belly expanded their style Dance! Their shining swords and swirling to include traditional skirts draw from the traditions of the Silk and contemporary Road’s nomadic tribes, where dance is a music of the Andes, vibrant celebration of life. Directed by Megz as well as flavors from Madrone, Tribal Oasis’ middle-eastern other regions in South dance performances are improvised in the America and beyond- including pop hits. Truly a cultural treasure- one listen to moment, grounded in our connection to Huayllipacha will sweep you away to the Peruvian highlands. the music, the earth, and the tribe. Hearth’s World Music Jam Tent Sassafras Belly Dance Co. Random jams and performance all weekend Sassafras Belly Dance Company has been A world beat gathering place where stealing the attention of audiences in you can bring your own drums or Humboldt County for the past 4 years. try various shared instruments Sword balancing, veil spinning, cymbal provided by the Hearth Ensemble. clapping and booty shaking, the ladies of Facilitated by expert players, Sassafras intoxicate spectators with alluring come to jam, to listen, or just to presentation and sultry sass. Directed by try something new. All ages and Laura Ayllón and based out of Eureka, these abilities are welcome and dancers dancers offer a fun variety show you won’t are especially encouraged. Please want to miss! be respectful of the instruments and your fellow musicians when Rockin’ Rubies joining in the fun. The SoHum dancers of Rockin’ Rubies Belly Dance are inspired by the beautiful and Summer Arts soulful sounds of Middle Eastern music. 2017 Round Together since 2009, the Rubies draw on Calendar styles and traditions from Morocco to Persia Located at the southern for their fun, upbeat dances. end of the festival by Generation Green Moonstone The Summer Arts 2017 Moonstone is a Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Round Calendar is a duo from Ukiah, CA. Sonja Shattuck and giant calendar formed Jenny Yearwood mix Middle Eastern Dance of painted river rocks. with flavors from the west. They have been The Solstices: North friends for over 20 years and Belly-Dancing and South & Equinoxes: together since 2007. East and West will be highlighted, giving the viewers a visual Special Guest Artists: representation of the Isa, Eva & Alexandra will delight with their four seasons. People solo dance pieces. Isadora Sharo is trained are invited to walk the in multiple styles and enjoys expressing her Round and give thanks. There will be a table for children to engage in various creativity in various art forms; Eva Brena arts and crafts activities. has studied and performs various styles including modern, ballet, jazz, and hip hop; and Alexandra Stock is recently back from Egypt and an avid student of Middle Eastern dance.

22 Mateel Community Center 2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 23 Reggae On The River Celebrates Year #33~August 3-6 On the weekend of August 3-6, Mateel Community Center will present the 33rd annual Reggae On The River. Located approximately 10 miles south Garberville- at French’s Camp- the event is one of the world’s most iconic celebrations of Reggae music and fans from around the globe make the pilgrimage each year.

And Have A Great Time

The 2017 artist lineup draws from the wellspring of Reggae’s greatest songwriters, singers and musicians, offering something for every Reggae lover. Artists who shaped the music since its origins in Jamaica, those that make rare US appearances, and groups that are part of the expansive global Reggae family are all part of this year’s roster. Headliners include Assassin aka Agent Sasco, an artist who has continued in the path of the firestorm of Jamaican and whose lyrical bars are found in Hip Hop collaborations with artists Kendrick Lamar & Kanye West. Sly & Robbie have performed and recorded as a duo on thousands of tracks. They are part of a showcase with Bob Marley’s I-Threes harmony singers Marcia Griffiths and Judy Mowatt who along with next generation artist Cherine Anderson will perform some of the classics along with songs from their solo catalogues. West Coast style Reggae artists Slightly Stoopid come to the ROTR stage with an all-star set of musicians and full horn section. They formulated their sound by learning from Jamaican Reggae’s greatest mentors and blending this with their own Cali Rock vibe. Kabaka Pyramid performs two sets during ROTR 2017, one with DJ/producer Walshy Fire from Major Lazer as part of their ACCURATE MIXTAPE collaboration to close day one and a set with his band The Bebble Rockers, mixing Jamaican rhythms with Hip Hop and the artist’s conscious, sharply delivered messages. There are two artists that originate from the foundation of Jamaican Reggae, the first is Ken Boothe, who started out singing Rocksteady in the 1960’s reaching the top of the Jamaican and British charts and Winston “Flames” Jarrett was part of harmony trio The Flames, chanting over one drop-rhythms. Three Reggae artists on the lineup descend from Reggae royalty that have passed on; Nkulee Dube from South Africa is the daughter of Lucky Dube and she makes her third ROTR appearance; Culture featuring Kenyatta Hill continues the legacy of Joseph Hill the lead singer’s late father along with original founding member Albert Walker and longtime harmony singer Telford Nelson; and Marla Brown the daughter of the “Crown Prince of Reggae” comes from the UK. The lineup also includes Reggae from around the world in its hybrid forms including Ojo de Buey from Costa Rica who mix Reggae with Salsa, Rock and Electronica. From Brazil come Sensimilla Dub who sing in Portuguese and play “heavy Reggae” influenced by deep roots and . World music Proud sponsor of artists Ibibio Sound Machine mix West African Funk & Disco with Post-Punk, Electronica and evocative Nigerian poetic imagery for a hip sound that is sweeping the globe. And these acts only scratch the surface of the incredible talent set to grace the stage this year- including J Boog, Junior Kelly, Stick Figure, Lutan Fyah, Dezarie, and so many more. Mateel Reggae on the River will also host more than 60 craft/ non-profit booths, a wide choice of food options, a lively KidLandia, and the camping, community and irie vibes that make “Reggae” famous. Community 3 and 4-day passes are available at local/regional ticket outlets, a list of which can be found at reggaeontheriver.com, where you can also purchase tickets online. Available in a limited amount is the Ambassador Pass with the ultimate in perks and access- including Center the best camping on site, the Ambassador’s Lounge, deluxe restrooms and access to the side stage viewing deck. RV space is on sale now too. And, for some extra comfort while tent camping, make a reservation in the Premier Campground, which offers grassy, mixed shade camping adjacent to the concert bowl. Call 707 923-3368 for more info.

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2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 25 Mateel Programs Mateel Programs Benefit The Entire Community San Francisco Mime Troupe Throughout the year Mateel sponsors arts and social programs for children, Every summer the Mateel sponsors a youth and adults. We welcome proposals for new programs as well. Here is performance of Tony award-winning San a sampling of the programs offered by the MCC. Francisco Mime Troupe that performs hilarious satirical plays about current political issues. The Mateel Aikido Sensei Russell Wisby provides low cost training for children title of their 2017 show is yet to be announced, and adults in the Japanese martial art of Aikido. Classes are held on Mondays and but its guaranteed to be another great show Wednesdays from 4pm to 6pm throughout the school year. For more info or to and will be one night only on sign up, contact Russell Wisby at 986-7054 Saturday, July 15. Missoula Children’s Theatre MCT sends an actor/directors team of Random People Theatre two, along with scenery, costumes, props, make-up, and basic lighting- everything Project This experiential program, provides it takes to put on a full-scale, musical theatre production. Up to 60 southern a stage for Humboldt residents who wish to Humboldt kids from kindergarten through 12th grade, are chosen through an write, act and/or direct their own skits. The open audition- to be held on Monday, September 11th this year. The kids then result is a mix of theatrical vignettes that range learn lines, songs and choreography, and rehearse for a public performance that from comedy to drama, all set within a common will be on Saturday, September 16th. venue. The plays are performed each spring at the Redwood Playhouse in Garberville. Recycled Youth This theatre program for teens starts in September and is under Mateel Community Lunch - is a CalFresh-supported Lunch Program the direction of local theatre professional, that serves more than 5000 hot meals annually to hungry people each year. Joani Rose. The teens use comedy, physical Overseen by Mateel staff, the program utilizes the help of many dedicated theatre and music to explore and express volunteers to create a delicious and nutritious meal every Tuesday, Wednesday their questions and views of the world and and Thursday from noon to 1pm. their lives. The result is a series of vibrant skits that are highly entertaining, comedic at times, For more info about Mateel programs visit www.mateel.org moving and always thought-provoking. 2017 or call the office at 923-3368. performances will be held on November 30 and December 1-3. Youth Alive! is an active, year-round, teen-driven organization sponsored/ funded Spring Arts Collective - SPARC is an 8-week, after-school arts and by MCC that provides opportunities for local music program for youth, ages 10 to 17. It is run by local accomplished artists and youth to build relationships with peers and musicians who act as teacher/mentors to students interested in exploring arts and adult role models through activities in the music. The classes culminate in an exhibit of the students’ art and a performance of arts, outdoor adventures and community their music as part of the Artists of the Emerald Coast Art Show and Wine-tasting service. Activities are generally free and that happens in April at the Mateel. transportation is provided. For a current schedule of events or more information, Food Preservation Classes This program is a collaborative effort email [email protected] - of the CalFresh program and the Humboldt County UC Cooperative Extension’s or visit www.sohumyouthalive.org / www. Master Preservers. They cover canning, freezing and drying food throughout the facebook.com/sohumyouthalive. year with whatever fruits and vegetables are in season. Future class dates TBA.

26 Mateel Community Center 2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 27 Home-Brewers & Grill Masters Sought For SoHum Beer Fest & BBQ Smoke Off ~ September 3rd On Sunday, September 3rd Mateel will host the 9th annual SoHum Beer Fest & BBQ Smoke Off, Humboldt’s original combination Beer & BBQ competition. While the event may be a ways off still, now is the time for all you local brew masters to start brewing your entry for this year’s competition. It’s never too early to start deciding what you might want to grill too! The event will take place at the Mateel Community Center in Redway from 4pm to 8pm and will feature unlimited micro/ homebrew tastings in a free commemorative tasting glass, a smorgasbord of BBQ samplers from the competing contestants, a samplers to a crowd of approximately 300 people. Home-brewers should make free plate a side dishes/ complimentary breads, and the chance to help decide the enough beer to provide samplers for the same. Two free admissions are offered competition’s winners by voting for your favorite BBQ dishes and beers, plus great to each BBQ contestant or home-brewer who enters. Prizes, bragging rights and live music with Diggin Dirt and more in an outdoor setting on the Mateel Back 40. a commemorative plaque go home with the top three winners in both the Beer To sign up for the BBQ competition or to enter your homebrew, call 923-3368. and BBQ categories, plus a limited cash reimbursement on expenses. Please note that BBQ contestants must provide their own ingredients, serving Visit www.mateel.org for more info on participating breweries, prizes, contest utensils, and grill (if needed) plus make enough of their dish to serve bite size rules, and other event details.

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2017 Summer Arts & Music Festival 29 Mateel Events

Saturday, July 15: San Francisco Mime Troupe Doors & Dinner at 7pm/ Music at 7:30/ Curtain at 8pm Tickets at the door

August 3-6: 33rd annual Reggae On The River French’s Camp - 657 US Hwy 101 More info & advance tickets at reggaeontheriver.com

Sunday, September 3: 9th annual SoHum Beer Fest & BBQ Smoke Off Home Brew & BBQ Competition with live music by Diggin’ Dirt and more. 4pm-9pm. Tix at the door.

Saturday, September 9: Anthony B with Kool Johnny Kool and Altar Tones More info & tix at mateel.org

Residency Week, Sept. 11-16: Missoula Children’s Theatre September 11~ auditions September 16~ performances

Saturday, September 30th: 13th annual Humboldt Hills Hoedown A beloved celebration of Bluegrass & Beyond with music on 2 stages More info & tix at mateel.org

For a complete and current list of Mateel Community Center programming go to mateel.org

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