What’s happening this week? Chico News & Review has you covered with highlights of what’s on tap at local clubs, theaters, galleries and performance venues. Visit the CN&R’s FREE online calendar for all of the listings in Butte County.
Book in Common Lecture with Héctor Tobar
April 10, 7:30pm
Laxson Auditorium
400 W. First St.
As a recurring event, the Book in Common is a shared, community read designed to promote discussion and understanding of important issues facing the broader community. This year’s selection is Our Migrant Souls: A Meditation on Race and the Meanings and Myths of ‘Latino’ by Héctor Tobar. Tobar’s publisher states that he “delivers a definitive and personal exploration of what it means to be Latino in the United States right now”. See the recent story in the CN&R about Tobar’s upcoming visit to Chico. Tickets: $27 general; $17 for youth age 17 and under; Free for Chico State and Butte College students. Check the CN&R calendar for more information.
Third World Reggae Tour
April 11, 9:00pm; Doors open 8:00pm
Lost on Main
319 Main St.
Hailing from Kingston, Jamaica, Third World’s commercial success exploded when touring as the opening act for Bob Marley and the Wailers in the 1970s. Now touring with special guest Iqulah, these legendary reggae ambassadors are wrapping up their California stops before heading east. Sacramento’s canceled show is that town’s loss and Chico’s gain! ‘Ya mon’. Tickets: $28.52 pre-sale; $33.85 day of show. Check the CN&R calendar for more information.
Woofstock Festival 2025
April 12, 11:30am
Silver Dollar Fairgrounds
2357 Fair St.
This all-day barkfest is open to all humans and well-behaved dogs on leashes. Sponsored by Butte Humane Society, this annual fundraising event includes live music, food, local beer and other beverages, shopping at the vendor marketplace, and participating in family and dog-friendly activities. The tentative musical line up is: Max Minardi, Turn Signal, Van Hagar and Whiskey River Band. Tickets: $30 adult, general admission. For details on other ticket options please go to Butte Humane’s ticket page.
The Mistons, The Americas, Viking Skate Country
and Jrdn & The Switchblades
April 12, 7:00pm
Naked Lounge
118 W. Second St.
Believe this crew when they describe themselves as noisemakers. It will start with local boys Viking Skate Country and the elusive duo The Americas getting the room pulsating. Then Portland’s The Mistons (shown here) deliver their garage rock/punk and Baltimore’s Jrdn & The Switchblades will crank it up with their pop-punk sound. And in true Naked Lounge style, it’s a surprise which band you’ll hear first. Tickets: $10 at the door. Check the CN&R calendar for more information.
Good Medicine: An Evening of Live Native Stand-Up
April 12, 7:30pm
Laxson Auditorium
400 W. First St.
Hosted and produced by comedian Jackie Keliiaa, this laugh-fest will include a rotating cast of comics from several Tribal Nations in America. You’ve seen them on Netflix, Comedy Central, Team Coco, Amazon Prime’s “First Nations Comedy Experience,” and more. “We believe that humor has the power to heal and build bridges of understanding across communities. And did I mention our shows are also really funny?,” Keliiaa exclaims. Tickets: General $35–45; Youth age 17 and under $17; Chico State Students $17. For Pre-Show details and more info, check the CN&R calendar.
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