All are invited to join in the weekend parade action!
They both start at the corner of G and 7th Streets at 1 pm.
All Species Parade – Saturday at 1 pm
To participate in this year’s parade, meet in the Tri-Counties bank parking lot at 12:30 pm on Saturday. Bring a costume, mask, make-up, sign, banner, or some other way to celebrate! Bring friends, family, or co-workers. Local groups can match in the same species to represent their organization. Make a mask or costume pieces at our free upcycled craft zone, located at the corner of 8th and G Streets.
NEC staff will be present and at 1 pm will lead the parade in a march around the Arcata Plaza.
Mask-Making and Creature-Making Workshops
A free workshop will be held at the Sanctuary on Friday during Arts! Arcata to make masks and costumes. Come by that evening from 6:30-8:30 pm with whatever supplies you have and a species in mind! An artist will be available to help you bring your vision to life!
For more information visit: http://www.yournec.org/allspec
Samba Parade – Sunday at 1 pm
Want to join in the parade?
Come drum with Samba da Alegria – Sundays at the D St. Community Center. Rehearsal is from 2-4 pm or come at 1:00 pm if you are a beginner in need of extra practice. Info: Bost.neil@gmail.com
Take Brazilian Dance with Rocio Cristal – NCF Parade Class with Live Drums – Thursdays at Redwood Raks. Info: talavera.rocio@gmail.com