Nevada City, CA – Get ready for an action-packed, adrenaline-fueled weekend with two after hours events at the Madelyn Helling Library. On Friday, Oct. 4, and Saturday, Oct. 5, the library is trading in its usual quiet for a raucous, unforgettable weekend of literary mayhem featuring free live music and professional wrestling.
Friday, Oct. 4: Library Punk Show
The weekend kicks off on Friday, Oct. 4, with a punk rock show headlined by Chico-based bands LEVEL and Sedition. Supporting them are local favorites Arüspex and Intellectual Decay, promising a night of raw, unapologetic punk sound.
This all-ages event is free and open to the public, making it a great opportunity for punk fans to enjoy a night of music at no cost. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7.
Saturday, Oct. 5: SLAM IN THE STACKS
On Saturday, Oct. 5, the library will transform into an arena for SLAM IN THE STACKS, a pro wrestling event presented by Sacramento’s Ugly Dojo Pro Wrestling Company. Get ready for body slams, high-flying moves and intense matchups as wrestlers take over the library for an evening of bone-crunching excitement!
This free all-ages event is perfect for wrestling fans or just library fans, young and old. Doors open at 6 p.m., wrestling starts at 7 p.m.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience both live punk music and professional wrestling in a library setting, completely free of charge. Although the library has previously hosted punk shows with great success, drawing large audiences, this will be the first pro wrestling event at a library in Nevada County.
“Why wrestling at the library, you may ask? We want our libraries to function as community centers as much as they function as information hubs!” says Adult Programming Librarian, Ian Boalt. By doing free and fun events, we hope to engage with community members who may not have visited the library in a while. This gives them the opportunity to enjoy the space and see everything else we have to offer.” Whether you’re into pulse-pounding guitar riffs or ringside action, this weekend of literary mayhem promises to be a thrilling experience for everyone.
The Madelyn Helling Library is located at 980 Helling Way in Nevada City. For more information about these events and other library programs, visit nevadacountyca.gov/library or call or call 530-265-7050. Don’t forget to follow Nevada County Library on Instagram and Facebook for the latest program updates!