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Index First Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Cory Perry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Arts Alive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Sublime with Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 The Lowdown with Matt Munoz . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Rotary USO Canteen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Monster Truck Night of Fire and Thrills . . . . . . . .27 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31

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A G-rated girl at an R-rated gig Teen queen Miranda Cosgrove teams up with bad boys like Ludacris.

What’s a parent to do?

The rest of Hot Fest

BY MATT MUNOZ Bakotopia.com editor mmunoz@bakersfield.com

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his might be the most awkward pairing since Elmo and Katy Perry’s cleavage.

The talent lineup at Friday's “Hot Fest” at Rabobank Arena sounds almost too odd to be true. Headlining the nine-act showcase is rapper/actor Ludacris, soul singer Ray J, hip-hop quintet Far East Movement, and teen queen Miranda Cosgrove. You read correctly: iCarly is opening for Luda.

Scratching your head right about now? You're not alone.

Sponsored by local American General Media radio stations Hot 93.1 and Ludacris Hot 94.1, the inclusion of the Nickelodeon star on the bill has been questioned since the show's announcement. What could the wholesome Cosgrove possibly be doing on the same bill as singer Jeremih, who sings a song called “Birthday Sex”?

To help avoid any problems with parents planning to bring kids to the show, Rabobank Marketing Manager Ken Ouellette said the venue has taken precautions.

“We have had many general inquiries about the show and different performers. If anyone calls asking about the show, we do give a disclaimer that there could be explicit language through the show.”

AGM didn’t respond to calls for comment; however, Ouelette did say that Cosgrove will be performing early in the show.

“We have also received questions about all of the acts and when they will go on. It is a common question with these types of shows that have multiple bands or acts.”

Cosgrove: ‘I’m a Ludacris fan’ One person who isn't concerned about the bizarre pairing is Cosgrove herself, who spoke to The Californian, direct from “Mom's house” Tuesday morning.

“I don't mind,” she laughs. “I'm excited about it. I'm a Ludacris fan, so that's going to be different.”

Cosgrove, 17, who made her movie debut at age 7 in 2003's “School of Rock” with comedian Jack Black, was one of the film's breakout stars. Taking her momentum to Nickelodeon, she co-starred in the popular show “Drake & Josh” before being offered the title role in “iCarly” in 2007. The show is one of the basic cable’s highest-rated programs, and has made Cosgrove a brand to build on.

PHOTO COURTESY OF MIRANDA COSGROVE

Miranda Cosgrove will perform at Hot Fest on Friday at Rabobank Arena.

PHOTO COURTESY OF FAR EAST MOVEMENT

Far East Movement

Hot Fest 2010 with Ludacris, Miranda Cosgrove, Cali Swag District, Y.G., Jeremih, Ray J, Far East Movement, New Boyz, Miguel When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. Admission: $61.05 to $28.30 Information: 852-7777

After recording a popular soundtrack to the show, her solo debut “Sparks Fly” was released in April, making it to No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 200.

“I've always wanted to sing and play guitar since I was a kid. I actually started taking guitar lessons when I was on ‘Drake & Josh.’

I'm really proud of the show (“iCarly”) and I wanna keep making it as long as people enjoy watching it.”

Fans should be aware before scooping up tickets that Cosgrove will not be performing all her hits and “iCarly” skits. Short on time,

PHOTO COURTESY OF NEW BOYZ

New Boyz

she hopes to pack as much in as she can.

“I'm going to be doing six songs, and there's going to be dancers, hopefully confetti, and maybe I'll bring some people up onstage.”

Cosgrove seems to be handling fame fairly well. Asked about recent reports involving 18- year-old Disney star Demi Lovato's entry into rehab for "emotional and physical issues," Cosgrove sent well wishes.

“I've never met Demi before, but I love her music. I think she's really talented and I hope everything's good for her.”

Hot Fest 2010 isn't stretching the boundaries of radio, unless you call Miranda Cosgrove “thinking outside the box.” Atlanta-based rapper Ludacris, who's real name is Christopher Brian Bridges, boasts the most hits of everyone appearing.

Building a successful acting career like that of his musical peer Ice Cube, he's shown his versatility in front of the camera, appearing in films like “Hustle & Flow,” and on TV's “Law & Order.”

His current CD release “Battle of the Sexes,” is certified multi-platinum. The rest of the evening's talent will have no problem keeping audiences on their feet all night. Reminiscent of oldtime Motown traveling hit parades, these young guns will get right to the hits at showtime.

Cali Swag District: This Los Angelesbased group was discovered and signed to Capitol after posting a homemade video for their song, “Teach Me How To Dougie,” on Youtube. The hit single also inspired its own silly dance with kids everywhere.

Y.G.: A newcomer hailing from the city of Compton, Def Jam records signee Y.G. has one of the most requested songs on Hot 94.1 at the moment with his debut single “Toot It And Boot It.” Jeremih: His new sophomore album “All About You” features songs with fellow Hot Fest artist Ludacris and rapper 50 Cent. Jeremih is best known for his debut single from last year, titled “Birthday Sex.” Ray J: Becoming a household name after his reality show stint on “For The Love of Ray-J” on VH1 (and a sex-tape with Kim Kardashian), he's also singer Brandy's little brother. Making the charts with songs like “Sexy Can I” and “One Wish,” he's also worked with Hot Fest artist, New Boyz.

Far East Movement: Introduced through the song “Lowridin',” their latest single, “Like a G6,” is a six-time No. 1 hit on iTunes. They just returned from a tour of Asia with Lady Gaga and were spotted performing at Bakersfield's Nile Bar a few months ago.

New Boyz: Their annoyingly infectious 2009 song “I'm a Jerk” also came with a dance that, to this day, won't go away. Since then, they've released the songs “Tie Me Down,” “Break My Bank,” and their latest single “Spot Right There.”

Miguel: This Jive Records' newcomer has another hot radio single with the Usher-iffic “All I Want Is You,” Featuring rapper, J. Cole.

Sources: The Bakersfield Californian, Hot 94.1

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A hot time to head downtown Galleries, local businesses revved up for First Friday

BY STEFANI DIAS Assistant lifestyles editor sdias@bakersfield.com

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he weather is not the only way things are heating up this week as we head into an event-packed First Friday.

From businesses celebrating anniversaries to canine artworks and shoe-painting, there are plenty of reasons to head downtown on Friday. Here are some highlights.

Anniversaries It’s a time of celebrating anniversaries at 1608 19th St. as Ellie Jaye's Boutique marks two years in business and upstairs neighbor Solarzano Photography marks one year. The celebration, which starts at 5 p.m., will include cake, punch, a sale, drawings for prizes and the premiere of the popular apparel line Tea. Starting at 6, Solarzano will host a holiday cards event, showcasing photo portrait and card design options, including a diecut style that can have a small hole punched in it to make an ornament. You can also bring your children to sit for their holiday portraits; no appointments necessary.

A taste of downtown Like Solorzano, Kuka’s Folk Art (1609 19th St.) is thinking about holiday shopping. It’s promoting some of its wares with a tasting party that starts at 5 p.m. Enjoy coffee and sweet Mexican bread while checking out the posole seasoning, raspberry-jalapeno ambrosia and a variety of spicy holiday dips, including Fantastic Fiesta, Jalapeno and Cilantro and Southwest Vegetable Jalapeno.

The Guild House, 1905 18th St., will also open its doors Friday night starting at 6, with live music by Ken Fahsbender on saxophone and Larry Peahl on keyboard. For $5, enjoy light appetizers, dessert and wine.

Doggone good cause Biscuit Boutique & Doggy Spa, 1617 19th St., will be have a Yappy Hour with treats for dogs and owners alike. There will be an art show organized by rescue group H.A.L.T. (Helping Animals Live Tomorrow) in front of the store featuring works painted by dogs. These unique and colorful Mutt Masterpieces are all the works of rescue dogs, and proceeds will aid H.A.L.T.’s canine rescue efforts.

BHS art exhibit If your idea of emerging artists doesn’t involve the four-legged variety, the Identity show of about 90 Bakersfield High School art students may be just the ticket. Organizers are aiming to draw an art-minded crowd with an opening reception that starts at 5 p.m. in the school’s Spindt Hall gallery, 1241 G St. “We are holding the opening on First Friday in hopes that the public will make BHS a stop on their way downtown,” said Yvonne Cavanagh, who teaches ceramics.

Cavanagh said she and the school’s other art teachers — Linda Hyatt, Michelle Bilik and Lisa Rudnick — want their students to experience what a real art opening is like.

PHOTO COURTESY OF ART KNIGHT

This portrait of a skateboarder by Samuel Pierro is one of the works on display at Flying Moose Studios.

As part of that reality, the students have written artist’s statements to accompany their work.

Art Center More proud artists will be on hand during the display of winning pieces from Kern County Fair Artwork, taking place at the Art Center, the downtown gallery operated by the Bakersfield Art Association at 1817 Eye St. Hot Cotton, a local band, will provide musical entertainment during the reception that starts at 6 p.m.

All winners are being honored but association members who received awards, according to the BAA’s newsletter, include Nam Park, Tim Kirkendoll, Marilee Frank, Orlando L. Miller Sr. and David Buttler.

(In case you can’t make the reception, the exhibit can be viewed through Nov. 27.

The gallery’s normal business hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday.)

The faces of Flying Moose You’ll see a lot of faces downtown on Friday, but Flying Moose Studios (1602 20th St.) wants you to take a closer look at some of them with a new portrait exhibit. With 30 new works by Patti Doolittle, gallery owner Art Knight and Allensworth artist Samuel Pierro, the exhibit reflects many of the people seen downtown, from professionals — like Downtown Business Association President Cathy Butler — to artists and street people.

Knight said the exhibit will allow guests to see the range of their portrait work, which will be available on consignment.

Also thinking of holiday gifts, Knight encourages people to consider giving the gift of a portrait to loved ones.

The gallery, which opened in August, is also expanding its art classes, including a figure drawing class that starts Nov. 17.

In a tough time for artists and galleries, Knight said he was bolstered recently by talking with fellow owner Don Martin of Metro Galleries, who said that he didn’t sell anything in the first three months Metro was open.

Style your Sole at Metro Speaking of Martin, there’s bound to be a

lot of activity at his gallery this Friday.

Along with the ongoing exhibit of former Disney artist Mike Tracy’s work in “Monsters and Gods,” Metro Galleries (1604 19th St.) will host a creative community outreach organized by a growing downtown church. New Wine Church, which will meet at the gallery on Sundays, has paired with TOMS shoes for one of its Style Your Sole events. The event, which starts at 5 p.m., encourages people to express themselves by decorating a pair of TOMS canvas shoes while also helping children in need (for each pair of TOMS purchased, the company donates a pair to a child in need).

New Wine has asked 10 to 12 artists, including some with Bakersfield Emerging Contemporary Artists, to decorate guests’ shoes or help with tips. The church is giving 60 pairs to people who preregistered for the event. Others are invited to bring a pair that they can buy locally — at Tangerine at The Marketplace and Impact Streetwear at Valley Plaza — or order online at toms.com. (If you rush an online order, use the promo code NEWWINE to get $5 off a pair.)

New Wine pastor Chris Ferguson said that the event is an opportunity for exposure for both local artists and the church, which is in the process of building community relations during a pre-launch phase.

With a focus on the downtown area, which Ferguson said he really loves, the Assembly of God church hopes to offer “a refreshing outlook of what the church is supposed to be.” Not seeking a permanent building, churchgoers will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays at Metro, starting this week.

A TOMS documentary, which explains the companies “One for One” movement, will be screened upstairs at Metro during the event.

Catch a show After you’ve checked out the art and fun downtown, sit a spell for a show. Whether you’re in the mood to cry, laugh or cringe in terror, there’s something interesting to choose. For those in a mood for drama, check out the FLICS’ pick, “Seraphine,” at the Fox Theater, 2001 H St. The 2008 film is the tragic story of naïve French painter Séraphine Louis, a humble servant who becomes a gifted self-taught painter. Discovered by a prominent critic and collector, she came to prominence between the world wars only to face madness and obscurity in later life.

If you’re looking for laughs, head to “Meshuggah-Nuns!” at Stars Dinner Theatre, 1931 Chester Ave. Nuns enjoying an all-expense paid trip on the “Faiths of all Nations” cruise find themselves on the clock when the cast of “Fiddler on the Roof” (with the exception of the guy playing Tevye) gets seasick, forcing the ladies to save the show.

Kitsch and coffee await with your third option, the 1977 “Drive In Massacre,” playing for free as part of Hectic Films’ “The Grip” series at Caffeine Supreme, 2000 F St. In the film, two police detectives pursue a serial killer, who is stalking a rural California drive-in theater, randomly killing people with a sword. If suspense gives you the munchies, popcorn and candy will be available for $1.

— Contributing columnist Camille Gavin contributed to this report.

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The one to beat?

Drummer hopes so

BY MATT MUNOZ Bakotopia.com editor mmunoz@bakersfield.com

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ory Perry’s funky back beat has helped push him to the front of the class.

As the Bakersfield finalist heading down to tonight’s 22nd Annual Guitar Center Drum-Off, in Rancho Cucamonga, the 25-year-old drummer plans to keep it “in the pocket” at all times.

Joined by six other store district finalists from Fresno to Palmdale, one winner will go on to a smaller regional competition. From there, five regional finalists will compete for the grand prize in Los Angeles this January. Each of the five finalists will perform for a live audience, opening for a nationally recognized artist and in front of a panel of celebrity judges.

“I’ve gotta step it up. I’ve been practicing a lot of little things like showmanship, personality….”

Perry, who works by day in the mental health field, is also an active musician at Grace Christian Fellowship church among others.

A fan of the energetic gospel groove that keeps smiling congregations rejoicing, his drumming has been

22nd Annual Guitar Center Drum-Off District Finals When: 7 tonight Where: Guitar Center, 12479 Foothill Blvd., Rancho Cucamonga Information: 909-899-9843 or guitarcenter.com

helping keep the faithful in heavenly step for years.

“Drumming is something I’ve always been doing since I was 5. I grew up watching people in church, and it became one of those natural things.

My dad plays the congas too, so I guess it’s been passed on to me, my hand speed and all.”

Graduating from Ridgeview High School in 2003, Perry says he was drawn to the technical rigors of jazz, and eventually began observing the techniques of others while developing his own.

“I watch other drummers — Dennis Chambers, Vinnie Colaiuta, drum videos on YouTube, just opening my mind to new things. My favorite is Chris Coleman — his approach to the kit, his style and flavor. He’s really fast.”

This was the third time Perry entered the drum-off, and his first win. Taking the day in stride as he’d done the previous two years, he wasn’t even present when his name was announced.

“I was in the keyboard room, and one of the store workers told me I won. I jumped up and everyone else jumped up and gathered around me to give me (a) hug. I finally got it!”

Regularly sweating it out with his other drumming buddies, Perry’s practice regimen has been no joke.

Gathering for a daily rhythmic ritual he and his friends call “goin’ to the shed,” he and another drummer will set up two drum kits face to face, and trade off beats with one another. It’s an interaction he said helps keep his ideas flowing without pause.

“At least two hours a day, sometimes even longer. I also sit with my practice pad, working on different things with a metronome.”

Dreaming of a full-time career in music, Perry sees making the finals as another good sign of his future, win or lose.

“I have so much passion for it. I’m gonna try to breathe, get loose and do what I know for the judges.”

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Gallery aids wounded heroes Cal State takes on classic French romp ‘Tartuffe’

GO & DO ‘Heroes’ art exhibit When: Opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. today Where: The Foundry, 1700 Chester Ave. Admission: $5 Information: 301-3283

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new downtown gallery, The Foundry, is holding a reception this evening to open the “Heroes” art exhibit, a benefit for the Wounded Heroes Fund.

It’s a charity that has a special meaning for Nicole Browning, curator of the exhibit.

Her husband, J.R. Browning, served eight years in the Army, including two tours in Iraq, and received his discharge in 2006.

Their courtship began in an unusual way.

It started, unintentionally, when Joanne Garvin, Nicole’s mother, decided to send “care” packages to troops serving in Iraq.

Nicole helped by buying many of the items but her mother prepared them for mailing.

“My mom likes to say she had a part in our meeting,” Nicole said. “When J.R. got back he got in touch with us and when we met, something just clicked.”

J.R., now a student at Bakersfield College, has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury, which is how Nicole learned about the Wounded Heroes Fund.

A local charity, the fund helps wounded veterans in various ways as they adjust to civilian life, she said, including providing transportation to Veterans Administration hospitals in Los Angeles where some must go for treatment since Bakersfield has only a VA clinic. The fund will receive 20 percent of all “Heroes” paintings sold.

About 30 artists submitted work for the exhibit, including five who live in other states. Although it’s customary for an exhibit to be judged by one or more artists, Browning has come up with a different way of doing it.

“The audience gets to vote to decide who the winner is,” she said. “I think by doing it that way people will look at the art more and take the time to really look at it.”

Yellow ribbons will be available for purchase to support the fund as well as flags in honor of Veterans Day to help support the Bakersfield College

‘Tartuffe’ When: 8 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Where: Doré Theatre, Cal State Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Highway Admission: $10; $8, seniors; $5, students Information: 654-3150

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CSUB theater majors Miguel Torres, as Tartuffe; and Emily Candia, as Elmire, go through a scene without their wigs before the play’s first dress rehearsal.

Veterans Club.

Following this evening’s reception, visitors can view the exhibit free of charge through Dec. 23. The Foundry’s usual hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

French comedy at CSUB “Tartuffe,” a comedy written 350 years ago is as funny today as when it was first performed at Versailles for the court of King Louis XIV. And Zoe Saba, director of the Cal State Bakersfield production of the classic by Moliere that opens this evening, says her student actors are rel- Sada ishing the humor.

“It’s so great to see the kids enjoying the language with all those rhyming couplets,” said Saba, a member of the university’s the-

Camille Gavin’s “Arts Alive!” column appears on Thursday.

Write to her via e-mail at gavinarts@aol.com

ater arts faculty.

Moliere is considered one of the greatest writers of French comedy. He wrote the play in his native language but the CSUB cast is using a translation by American poet Richard Wilbur. Saba said Wilbur’s script is “the gold standard” for English translations of “Tartuffe.”

Miguel Torres has the part of Tartuffe, a hypocrite and supposed holy man, who manages to take control of a man called Orgon, played by Justin Thompson, and most of his household, including his wife Elmire, portrayed by Emily Candia. The role of Dorine, the housemaid who is a confidante of Orgon’s daughter, is played by Jess Boles.

The CSUB production is set in the 17th century when Moliere wrote the play. Saba said both the set designed by Chris Eicher and the costumes provided by Roger Upton are key elements in creating the desired atmosphere.

“Everyone is wearing period costumes,” she said.

“And they are gorgeous — all those bell skirts and everyone wears a wig.”

When: 8 p.m. Friday Where: Bakersfield College Indoor Theater, 1801 Panorama Drive Admission: $8; $5, students and seniors Information: 395-4240

Saba also brought in professional choreographer Jason Sumabat of San Diego to work with the cast on a curtain call dance and period style movement.

BC Jazz Ensemble concert Kris Tiner, director of the Bakersfield College Jazz Ensemble, said the group will present a diverse selection of classic and modern jazz for big band in a concert tomorrow evening.

The program ranges from Duke Ellington’s Harlem Renaissance-era opus “Black and Tan Fantasy” — one of my all-time favorites, along with “Solitude” — to a new piece arranged especially for this year’s ensemble by recent visiting artist Steuart Liebig.

Also included are compositions by such jazz legends as Wayne Shorter, John Coltrane, Charles Mingus and Thad Jones.

Soloists featured in the concert include trumpeter Jorge Santos, who soon will be leaving BC to continue his music studies in Puerto Rico, as well as saxophonists Stacy Garvin and James Russell, guitarists Johnny Mendez and Jordan Aguirre, and drummer Nick Castro.

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BC to premiere film on shameful treatment of vet T he producer of an upcoming PBS documentary that profiles the battle over the burial of a Hispanic soldier who was killed in World War II will present the film Sunday at Bakersfield College.

John Valadez, producer of “The Longoria Affair,” will be on hand for the screening, which comes on the eve of its broadcast premiere. The one-hour film airs on PBS at 11:30 p.m. Nov. 9 — part of the network’s “Independent Lens” series.

Valadez’s work profiles Longoria the fight against discrimination that Pvt. Felix Longoria’s family faced in Three Rivers, Texas, after the Army private was killed in 1945 fighting the Japanese. Texas physician Dr. Hector P. Garcia and his American GI Forum were at the forefront of the fight, and they documented much of what occurred — records that eventually served as the basis for the documentary.

Longoria’s family tried to have a wake in his hometown in 1949 when his body was returned to the U.S., but a funeral home refused because he was Hispanic. The funeral parlor was a “whites only” establishment.

“The whites wouldn’t like it,” is the reason Tom Kennedy, the owner of the funeral parlor, gave Longoria’s widow in denying her request to hold the wake in his parlor.

The controversy reverberated from South Texas to Washington, D.C. when Garcia and the recently formed American GI Forum contacted politicians, including then Sen. Lyndon B. Johnson, and protested. Longoria eventually was buried in Arlington National Cemetery, the first Mexican-American to be

‘The Longoria Affair’

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so honored.

The screening is one of about 40 that have taken place in six states in advance of the TV premiere.

The Longoria incident launched Garcia into the national spotlight as a Civil Rights activist, historian Patrick Carroll told the Corpus Christi (Texas) Caller-Times.

“The documentary has a huge significance for the growth of our depository of Dr. Garcia’s papers,” said Carroll, who is the Department of History chairman at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and author of “Felix Longoria’s Wake,” upon which the documentary is based. Carroll’s book is one of five written in part from research of Garcia’s papers donated in 1986 to the university.

The film should remind viewers that the fight against discrimination isn’t finished, said Cecilia Garcia Akers, Garcia’s daughter, who has seen the film twice.

“Felix Longoria was not the only Hispanic not allowed to be buried, and we have to remember them all,” said told the CallerTimes. “This film prompts our awareness of that, and the racism challenges we still face as a society.”

Tickets to the Bakersfield event, sponsored by the American GI Forum of Kern County and MEchA of Bakersfield College, are available at the BC bookstore and at Howard’s Mini Market, at Bernard and Haley streets.

— Corpus Christi (Texas) Caller-Times and Californian staff reports

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t’s tough getting a full sentence out of Rome Martinez at the moment.

But since he landed a gig fronting reggae/rock legend Sublime, you can’t help but feel for the kid.

“This tour has been nonstop crazy,” said the 22-year-old singer/guitarist via cell phone on a tour stop in Florida last week. “I’m not going to throw anyone under the bus or anything, but we have our fun.”

Appearing Friday under the band’s official new name, Sublime with Rome, at Rabobank, Martinez’s excitement is to be expected. Not only was he handpicked by surviving band members Bud Gaugh and Eric Wilson to step into the shoes of their late frontman and friend, Bradley Nowell, but he hasn’t been booed offstage — yet.

“It’s been going great. Every show has been sold out and we’re just having a blast.”

Formed in 1988 in their hometown of Long Beach, Sublime’s mashup of reggae, ska and punk sound is pure California fun. Starting as a party band making the rounds at keg parties and dive bars in and around Southern California, their DIY credo helped them build a fiercely loyal fan base.

Releasing two independent albums — “40 Oz. to Freedom” and “Robbin’ The Hood” — and a final major label release, “Sublime,” between ’92 and ’96, Nowell’s creativity was boundless.

Fans quickly memorized every lyric

Sublime with Rome and The Dirty Heads When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Rabobank Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. Admission: $33.50 plus service charge Information: 852-7777

and guitar lick they put out. Then there were the unpredictable live shows, whose sloppiness was ignored because of the band’s charm. Soon radio came calling, picking up on the cautionary romp “Date Rape” from the band’s debut and spinning it in regular rotation. From there, the bidding war began and Sublime was plucked from the underground to be primed for stardom.

Signed in ’94 to MCA, the label began working with the band to help polish its choppiness at Willie Nelson’s Pedernales Studio in Austin, Texas.

There, Sublime completed what would be its musical opus. But just before its release, Nowell died of a heroin overdose on May 25, 1996, while on the road. After singles “What I Got” and “Santeria” became hits, fans were saddened that they would never get to see their favorite band again.

Martinez, who was only 8 when the band’s last record was released, never had a chance to catch the band live as a kid in the Bay Area city of Fremont.

“After I got the last CD, they became my favorite group. I started learning all of their music. My three favorites to play along with were “Eye of Fatima,” “Perfect World” and “New Song.”

After Nowell’s death, remaining

members Gaugh and Wilson continued making music in various incarnations, including Long Beach Dub All Stars and Long Beach Shortbus.

Although the sound and faces were similar, no incarnation managed to live up to the band’s original spirit.

After a legal battle with the Nowell estate over use of the band’s name, Gaugh and Wilson came to a settlement with strict conditions. Enter the dawn of Rome.

Introduced through some mutual friends, Martinez one day found himself jamming with two of his idols. The eerie chemistry was instant.

“I knew all the songs because I always played them. When they wanted to jam, it was like, ‘Let’s go!’”

Seeing potential, Gaugh and Wilson offered Rome the coveted lead, and made plans to resurface — this time as Sublime with Rome. When news of the quasi-reunion spread, it wasn’t long before the trio decided it was the right time to tour. Set lists of all the classics have been composed and fans have been flocking to shows since the band’s return in February. Plans include a new album of original music and more touring, all while trying to remain in the good graces of the Nowell family.

“I just wanted to go up there, be myself, and have fun. Sublime has always been a big influence and I wanted to be a good addition to the family. I’ve met Brad’s sister and (Nowell’s widow) Troy. They’re really cool people, just normal folks like me.”

Opening the show will be Huntington Beach quartet The Dirty Heads, who recently scored a radio hit with their song “Lay Me Down,” featuring Martinez on lead vocals.

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Ding, dong ‘Witch’ is dead ed at the door. Displays will remaining for viewing until Dec.13.

But ‘La Femme’ lives, as does spirit of show

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a Femme,” formerly “Burn the Witch,” one of the most anticipated local art shows of the year, opens this Saturday at The Spotlight Theatre, 1622 19th St. Now in its fifth year, the popular all-female show will feature a diverse collection of paintings, sculpture, photography, and more in the spirit of female empowerment.

“It’s a celebration of the creativity of women,” said show curator and Bakersfield Emerging Contemporary Artists’ president Nyoka Jameson, who took over duties this year from fellow artist Jen Raven. “There’s so much to see this year. It’s looking like this could be our biggest show yet, even with the new name.”

Changing the name from “Burn the Witch,” to “La Femme,” Jameson said it was time to alter things after getting “lost in translation,” one too many times.

“Some interpreted the use of the word ‘witch’ all wrong. Some artists thought they had to be a pagan to be in the show. It had this underlying militant theme — that maybe we were all these crazy feminists — which wasn’t the case at all. It’s for everybody, women of all ages, faiths and backgrounds.”

Additionally, a week before opening night at last year’s venue, Metro Special Events, some controversial pieces were met with mysterious opposition. After a few acts of vandalism and one too many explanations assuring there would

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“Corsets” by Maia Cummins Bijeaux, from the “La Femme” art show, which opens Saturday at Spotlight Theatre.

“All the Answers” by Micah Card, from the “La Femme” show.

be no actual burning of witches, they knew it was time to evolve.

“After you jump from venue to venue, you have to keep trying and adapt. A group like ours doesn’t

have our own gallery. Last year, I had made up my mind I was not going to let a few people ruin this for 50 artists. I wanted to do something to make it better and clearer this time out.”

The name “La Femme” is from a show originally held at Spotlight years before Held in three separate rooms inside the Spotlight, Jameson promises more than enough space to accommodate everyone, including the day’s entertainment.

Appearing live will be a cavalcade of belly dancers, musicians, poets and artists eagerly awaiting your acquaintance.

“If it’s your first time, you definitely have to see the show. We have that amazing stage for our performers, and three rooms for art. It’s going to keep getting bigger and bigger all the time,” Jameson said. “We sell a lot of our pieces too, so if you’re interested in buying, please do.”

“La Femme,” opens Saturday at 2 p.m., and a donation is request-

Matt Munoz is editor of Bakotopia.com, a sister website of The Californian that devotes itself to promoting Bakersfield’s art scene. Matt’s column appears every Thursday in Eye Street.

Musicians of all genres are invited to help kick off the new “Bakotopia Unplugged,” night at Fishlips, 1517 18th St., on Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Every week, guitarists can bring their acoustic axes, share an amp, mic, and most importantly, the Fishlips stage. In the tradition of “Open Mic Night,” we’ll be attempting to add some more cool features as things progress. There will be a small drum kit available to jump behind and possibly some assorted percussion, but always plan on bringing your own portable gear just in case. Horn players are welcome too. Rock, folk, country, jazz, Latin, reggae, you name it, you can play it here.

Don’t worry about not having original material either — bring your favorite covers. Local poets and stand-up comedians are asked to come out. Picture yourself, onstage with a live musical background adding flavor to your verses?

It’s too good to pass up.

We’re not looking to have any full-blown concerts right now; we’re just giving the local scene another creative outlet instead of sitting in some stinky garage somewhere. What we really envision is a weekly gathering of artists sharing ideas, plus some onstage interviews. If you’re a little shy, Fishlips bartender Andrew Wilkins will have a special libation to loosen you up. A sign-up sheet will be set up near the stage.

Along with myself, your co-host for “Bakotopia Unplugged” will be guitarist/vocalist Pablo Alaniz, who has plenty of songs running through his head. Hope to see you all there. If you have any questions, send me an e-mail at mmunoz@bakersfield.com, or call 324-2557.

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Dave Wakeling and The English Beat will perform at Fishlips on Friday night.

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Bakersfield’s youngest comedic collective continues their monthlong residency at this new local venue with a batch of fresh sketches. Not named in reference to anything connected to pregnancy, these guys pop out laughs like Octomom does babies. It’s also adult-themed, very un-PC, and the perfect way to relax after the big election. If the Monty Python guys can become legends for popularizing “absurdist TV comedy,” why not these hilariously improper gentlemen?

The English Beat and Velorio at Fishlips, 1517 18th St., at 9 p.m.

Friday. $18 to $22. 324-2557.

After years of touring under his name, UK ska/reggae legend Dave Wakeling has finally decided to embrace his legacy once and for all. Performing all the hits from his days in The English Beat through the ’80s, plus a nice slice of his subsequent band, General Public, he also has a local connection.

Bakersfield drummer Rhythm Epkins has been Wakeling’s beatmaster for years. Opening the show is local Latin locos Velorio, who’ve been playing just about every day since September. There’s also an extra bonus: Show-up with your Sublime with Rome concert ticket stub and get in for half price.

I call that “skaffordable.”

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Old-style patriotism focus of Rotary event

BY CAMILLE GAVIN Contributing columnist cgavin@bakersfield.com

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ld-fashioned fried chicken tops the menu for the Rotary USO Stage Door Canteen dinner-dance on Sunday in Lake Isabella.

And the reason, said Jeanette Rogers Erickson, one of the organizers, is to give people who weren’t alive then a glimpse of what some folks on the home front did during World War II to support the troops.

“In the early 1940s, all along the trooptrain route at all those little country stations, housewives would grab a barrel, put a two-by-four across it and serve homecooked fried chicken to the soldiers,” said Erickson, a member of the Rotary Club of the Kern River Valley, sponsors of the event.

“That was the start of the USO in the Midwest,” she said. “Sometimes it would be two o’clock in the morning but those women would be out there, serving coffee and doughnuts.”

Later on the USO, or the United Service Organization, graduated to the larger cities.

Then Hollywood picked it up and movie actors and actresses greeted soldiers at the Stage Door Canteen. Today, nearly 70 years later, the USO still exists and offers a number of activities aimed at boosting morale among our armed forces.

Veterans who live in the Kern River Valley are the main focus of Sunday’s show of course. All those who served from World War II to the present operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, will be admitted free of charge as will their spouses.

But Erickson, 76, said she and her fellow Rotarians also see it as a way of encouraging young people to acquire a sense of pride in their country.

“Many of these kids don’t have the patriotism we had in World War II,” she said. “We want them to see the kind of patriotism there was in the early war years and how it worked.”

As a result of the club’s collaborative efforts a number of teens from ECHO, or Exploring Careers in Health Occupations, local high schools and Camp Irwin Owen will participate in the program. Many will serve dinners dressed as Rosie the Riveter,

Rotary Club USO Stage Door Canteen When: 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday Where: Kern River Valley Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella Admission: $12, free to veterans and their spouses Information: 760-376-4419

doctors or nurses.

Erickson and others also will relate personal stories. “I’ll tell them about rationing and how we kids picked up tires and any old piece of rubber for the scrap drives.”

Other reminders of those days will be a presentation by Jimmy Weldon. Erickson estimates the man is past 90 years old.

“He’s dynamite,” she said. “Tears run down your cheeks and your heart thumps when you hear him tell what it means to be an American.”

Other entertainment includes music of the 1940s and ’50s played by Harry Smith and his band, songs by the Sweet Adelines and soloist Mary David.

Erickson said this is the eighth or ninth time the club has sponsored such an event.

It’s not done annually, however, because of the cost involved.

“This year we were very blessed,” she said. “Erie Johnson of Cerro Coso College, who’s also a Rotarian, helped us write a grant and we got $2,000 from Rotary International to put this on.”

Each veteran attending will receive a certificate signifying congressional recognition. Rotary also will present an enameled pin showing the branch of service in which the individual served.

So far about 100 vets have reserved a place. After including those who aren’t veterans the Rotarians expect to serve about 250. Tickets can be purchased at the door but those who plan to attend are asked to call Erickson in advance at 760-376-4419.

“Jim Wylie of Mountain Mesa Market is providing the fried chicken,” Erickson said.

“We want to be sure we’ve got enough for everybody.”

What health concerns? Merle back on tour

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ealth concerns sidelined Merle Haggard from a high-profile show in Northern California a couple of weeks ago, and now the singer has come down with a case of ramblin’ fever: Yes, he’s back on the road.

Haggard’s spokeswoman Tresa Redburn, who spoke to the singer Monday morning (“he sounded good”), confirmed Tuesday that the country music icon left earlier this week for his latest round of tour dates. His first show is tonight at the legendary Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, Texas. The show is sold out.

The news follows speculation in the media about the singer’s health. Haggard, 73, canceled a string of concerts in September as he battled a chest infection, and his

doctor ordered him to sit out the recent concert in Mountain View organized by rock legend Neil Young. Haggard underwent surgery for lung cancer two years ago.

The year is shaping up to be one for the books for Haggard, no stranger to accolades and awards.

In the spring, the singer released his most successful album in recent memory, a documentary about his life premiered on PBS over the summer, he recently accepted the Autry National Center’s Spirit of the West Award in Los Angeles, and next month his artistic achievements will be recognized at the Kennedy Center Honors festivities in Washington, D.C. — Californian Lifestyles Editor Jennifer Self

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witter sensation, misfit son and San Diego-based author Justin Halpern, who took his father’s profanity-laced advice and passed it on for millions to enjoy online, will be at Russo’s Books on Saturday to sign copies of his bestseller “Sh*t My Dad Says.”

But the book and Tweets are only two prongs of the multimedia “Dad”-themed cottage industry over which Halpern resides: He also writes for the hit CBS sitcom that shares the book’s title. William Shatner stars as his crusty old man. Originally looking for work as a Hollywood screenwriter after college, Halpern ended up at Maxim magazine’s web division. Toying with the idea of Tweeting his father’s daily rants after moving back home, things blew up following the first post. New York Magazine caught up with the very busy Halpern recently to ask him a few questions.

What does your father think about the book’s success? Has it gone to his head?

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Justin Halpern will be signing his book on Saturday at Russo’s.

My dad is really excited about the book’s success. He told me, “The book’s good, but it’s not that good. You must have hit some nerve or something with people.” I don’t think anything goes to his head, ever. He never leaves his neighborhood and he doesn’t cruise the Internet, so the only information he gets is from me.

His night still ends with a glass of bourbon and the History Channel.

Has he become a celebrity around town?

Not really. He gets half-off (at) this pizza place near us, that’s about it. He said that a couple times, people on the street have come up to him. Shockingly, he actually doesn’t have a nasty reaction to that and will talk to people for as long as they like. I was worried about that.

going by, and the guide goes, “And to the right you’ll see the writers’ offices of Bleep My Dad Says, a show that started by a kid who just tweeted the waaaaaacky things his dad says.” It’s actually a nice reminder that I’m a lucky asshole.

A nice reminder that comes at :15 and :45 of every hour.

What was the timing of all of this?

I sold the book proposal in October, then off the book proposal we — me and my writing partner, Patrick Schumacker — started to get TV meetings. A month later we sold a TV pitch. During that time, I wrote the pilot and cowrote the book. The book took about six months to write, and by the time I finished, the pilot had been green-lit.

What are you doing for work now?

Working on the show and doing promotion for the book. I’m the co-executive producer of the show. My bosses, Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, have been amazing mentors for myself and my writing partner, Patrick. We’ve gotten to be a huge part of the process.

How has all of this changed your life? Has it been jarring?

Have you had a chance to reflect?

I haven’t had a chance to reflect yet. My work life is totally different.

I’m one of 10 writers on the show, and I go into Warner Bros., and it’s totally surreal. Sometimes from my office, I can hear tour buses

Do you have plans for a second book?

I do, but I want to make sure I do it right. I don’t want to just toss something out there to make money. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not Ernest Hemingway here: It’s just a fun little book, but I just want to make sure someone doesn’t buy it and go, “Ugh, this blows.

What a waste of money.”

— Nymag.com

Book signing What: Justin Halpern, author of “Sh*t My Dad Says” will be signing books. Kristina Saldana and Lorenzo Salazar from The Empty Space will also be reading the less “colorful” sayings from Halpern’s work during the signing.

When: 1 p.m. Saturday Where: Russo’s Books, 9000 Ming Ave. Information: 665-4686

COMING IN EYE Saturday: When New City Cleaners opened 100 years ago, folks brought in woolen clothes splattered with mud from their horse-drawn buggies. Times, textiles and transportation have changed, but this local company’s commitment hasn’t: a customer appreciation day, with refreshments and displays of vintage equipment, is set

for Saturday at the company’s northwest location, 600 Coffee Road. Read about the company and laundry trends through the decades.

Sunday: Pete Tittl heads to Slice of Italy, a Rosedale restaurant where — with by-theglass wine starting at $1.99 — every hour is happy hour. But how’s the food?

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there this year. If you were there last year, then you know folks were just lined up way far back,” Quercio said.

With each ticket comes a party pit pass, which gives spectators a chance to get up close and personal with the professionals.

Although good weather is predicted for Saturday night, Quercio said the event will take place even if the wet stuff decides to fall.

“We’ve been doing this up in Bakersfield for over 25 years, right around this time of year in November,” he said.

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“This is just like you see on TV, a big stadium show. It’s great for the family and really fun for the kids,” event promoter Steve Quercio said.

Gates will open at 5 p.m. with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. According to Quercio, the event will feature more than two hours of monster trucks and freestyle motocross with a feature attraction that’s sure to light up the arena.

“The Jet Fire Truck Meltdown Show is just wild,” Quercio said. “We take some junk cars and stack them behind a fire truck that has a jet engine in it.

We turn on the engine and then we melt them to the ground.”

If you like your monster truck experience to have a hands-on element, there is an opportunity for local drivers to get involved.

For $30, trucks can be entered into a Tough Truck event that will allow motorists to run a course that will display the power of their vehicle and their skills behind the wheel. If you want to get messy, a Mud Bog event is available for $30. Quercio invites anyone with a truck and some guts to come on out.

“It’s ‘run what you brung,’ so anybody can come and play. All you need is a helmet and a seat belt,” he said.

With such a thrilling show on tap, it may be a good idea to plan ahead for tickets, which are available at vallitix.com and also onsite before the show. Quercio said there will be plenty of tickets at the ticket booth, in an attempt to prevent a traffic jam like last year.

“We will have extra box office people

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ragedy becomes a source of inspiration as local organizers lace up their tennis shoes in an effort to illuminate the issue of suicide.

The second annual Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk takes place Saturday at Beach Park as survivors of suicide hit the road in hopes their stories of loss will give others the chance to make a difference. Walk chairwoman Ellen Eggert Hallgren said heading up this event has been an empowering experience.

“We can be bitter and angry and let a suicide ruin our lives, and for me and most of the survivors, it does — for a time. But we have decided to take the terrible tragedy that a suicide is and find some good in it. This walk is how we are doing that.”

Hallgren is a substance abuse counselor for the Kern County Department of Mental Health and runs a suicide survivors support group. She became well-versed on the issue after experiencing suicide in her own family.

Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk When: Registration at 7:30 a.m., walk begins at 9 a.m. Saturday Where: Beach Park, 3400 24th St. Cost: No minimum fee to register. Donations are greatly appreciated.

For more information and to preregister: outofthedarkness.org

“I lost two brothers to suicide and what I’ve realized is most suicides are preventable.”

Hallgren hopes the event will serve a dual purpose: “Of course we want to raise funds for the cause, but we also want to erase the stigma associated with suicide and let people know most suicides are preventable.”

Before participants begin their laps around Beach Park, Mayor Harvey Hall, Kern County Sheriff Donny Youngblood and Monsignor Craig Harrison of St. Francis of Assisi Church will address the crowd. The walk consists of five laps around the park followed by a speech from Pat

Mahan, a survivor of suicide.

Hallgren said “survivor” is an appropriate term for those left behind following the suicide of a loved one.

“When anyone dies, there are a lot of emotions, but with a suicide there is so much more. You think if I just would have, if I only could have, and so on. There is a huge sense of guilt for not being there and not being able to stop it.”

Bakersfield’s suicide prevention walk is part of a national campaign by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Half of the proceeds raised on Saturday will benefit national research while the other half will go toward local educational programs, including putting videos produced by ASIST, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, in the hands of teachers and students in the Kern High School District. There is no fee to register and donations are being accepted the day of the event. A donation of $150 will earn a walker a free T-shirt.

“The issue of suicide is very near and dear to my heart,” Hallgren said.

“Many of the people taking part Saturday and working in the background are survivors of suicide. We hope this walk will help erase the stigma associated with the tragedy that is suicide.”

Broadcaster to talk on future of journalism

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erry Phillips, moderator of KVPR’s “Quality of Life” program, will talk about “Journalism in Jeopardy” at the 60 Plus Club’s meeting at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov.11, in the Icardo Room at Cal State Bakersfield.

A Bakersfield resident, Phillips was a foreign correspondent, beginning in the waning days of the Cold War, for CBS, NPR, and NBC/Mutual NEWS,

reporting from Moscow, Kabul, Mogadishu, Port-auPrince, Sarajevo, and other hot spots in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

An Emmy-nomiPhillips nated national correspondent, he has been a

telecommunications executive, a college lecturer, and is the author of a historical novel “Murder at the Altar” about the fatal stabbing of the Armenian Archbishop in a small New York City church during Christmas Eve services in 1933.

Admission to the meeting is free.

For more information, call 654-3211.

— Cal State Bakersfield media release

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Eye Street GO & DO Today 2010 Herb Loken Hall of Fame, social 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., Bakersfield College, Campus Center, Cafeteria, 1801 Panorama Drive. $35 per person; $200 table of eight. Reservations, 395-4800.

Taxes vs. Stimulus, with keynote speakers discussing the impact of taxes, government spending, job and government debt, 6 to 8 p.m., CSUB, Student Union, Multipurpose Room, 9001 Stockdale Highway. 699-2669.

Bakersfield Community House Grand Re-Opening celebration, hosted by Junior League of Bakersfield, 5 to 8 p.m., Bakersfield Community House, 2020 R St. $10. Reservations, 3278835.

Children’s author Monica Brown, reading her bilingual book “Lado a lado,” the story of Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, 6:30 p.m., Golden State Mall, 3201 F St. 322-3343.

CSUB Men’s Basketball, vs. Cal State East Bay, 7 p.m., CSUB, Icardo Center, 9001 Stockdale Highway. Free. gorunners.com or 654-BLUE. Employers Training Resource Harvest Job Fair, 9 a.m. to noon, Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 S. P St. Free. 635-2714.

Networking Event & Fundraiser, with American Association of Petroleum Geologists; with prizes, appetizers, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Lengthwise Brewery, 6720 Schirra Court.

Donations will be given to the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History to help acquire the Shark Tooth Hill fossil collection.

Bookseller’s Book Group, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, in the cafe, 4001 California Ave. 631-2575.

Friday Hot Fest 2010, with Ludacris, Miranda Cosgrove, Ray-J and more, 7:30 p.m., Rabobank Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $28.30 to $61.05 plus fee. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.

Sublime with Rome, 7:30 p.m., theater at Rabobank Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $35 advance; $40 day of, plus fee. ticketmaster.com or 800-7453000.

The English Beat, 8 p.m., Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St. $18 plus fee. vallitix.com or 322-5200.

Bakersfield College Jazz Ensemble’s Fall Concert, directed by Kris Tiner, 8 p.m., Bakersfield College, Indoor Theater, 1801 Panorama Drive. $8; $5 students/staff/seniors/military.

395-4240.

Monty Byrom & the Buckaroos, with special guest Waylon, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace, 2800 Buck Owens Blvd. $5. buckowens.com or call 328-7560.

First Friday Downtown, 5 to 9 p.m., Downtown Arts District.

634-9598.

FLICS International Cinema Society presents “Seraphine,” 7:30 p.m., Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $5. flics.org or call 428-0354.

Guild House First Friday, with live music, appetizers, dessert and wine, 6 to 8 p.m., Guild House, 1905 18th St. $5.

Hectic Films presents “The Grip,” showing “Drive-In Massacre,” 8 to 10 p.m., Caffeine Supreme, 2000 F St. caffeinesupreme.com or 321-9097.

Mutt Masterpieces, view and purchase art for and by dogs, 6 to 8 p.m., Biscuit Boutique & Doggy Spa, 1617 17 St. 321-9602.

Wine Bar Flight, featuring Great Oregon Pinot Noir, 2007 Shea Wine Cellars, 2006 Cristom Sommers Reserve and more, 4 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. Tastes, $3 to $9. 633-WINE.

Saturday The Bob & Tom Show, with Costaki Economopoulos, Mike Macrae, Dan St. Paul, 8 p.m, Fishlips, 1517 18th St. $20 plus fee. vallitix.com or 322-5200.

Ron Saylor, “An Evening of Magic & Illusion,” 7:30 p.m., Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $26.50. vallitix.com or call 324-1369.

13th annual Walk To Cure Diabetes, 5k leisure walk, registration at 8 a.m., walk at 9:15 a.m., Yokuts Park, 4200 Empire Drive. Free. 636-1305.

Monster Truck Night of Fire & Thrills, 7:30 p.m., Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 S. P St. $17; 12 and under $10; 2 and under are free. outlawmonstertrucks.com; vallitix.com; 322-5200.

2010 Concert Series, with Woods Tea Company, 7 p.m., Bright House Networks Amphitheatre, 11200 Stockdale Highway. $10. ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets; 800-7453000.

28th annual Bakersfield Police Memorial Run, 2k Fun Run, 5k and 10k races, registration 6 a.m.; races 8 a.m., the Park at River Walk, 11200 Stockdale Highway. $25. bakersfieldpd.us or 326-3685.

Sixth annual Get Your Game On, Bariatric Solution’s celebration; food, games, batting cages, photo booth and speaker Jackie Guerra, 6 p.m., 12539 Jomani Court. 869-6760.

Annual Texas Hold ’Em Tournament: entertainment, dinner, raffles, door prizes, 5 to 10 p.m., at 18355 Buckaroo Court. $85. 201-1255.

Texas Hold ’Em Poker Tournament, hosted by Mira Monte High School Booster Club: social hour 6 p.m., event at 7 p.m., McMurphy’s Irish Pub & Sports Bar, 14 Monterey St. $50. 8084770.

Book signing: Justin Halpern of “Sh*t My Dad Says,” 1 p.m., Russo’s, 9000 Ming Ave. 6654686.

CSUB Jazz Coffeehouse, 7:30 p.m., CSUB, Music Building, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $10; $6 seniors; $4 student/staff/alumni; CSUB students with ID are free.

654-2511.

FACT Open House, 1 to 4 p.m., CSUB, Facility for Animal Care and Treatment, 9001 Stockdale Highway. 664-3167.

Pet Food Drive, for Bakersfield Pet Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sam’s Club, 5625 Gosford Road.

619-2029.

Gift Boutique, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Canyon Hills Church, 7001 Auburn St. Fourth annual Disc Golf Tournament: registration 7:30 a.m., rule meeting 8 a.m., tournament 8:30 a.m., Silver Creek Park, 7011 Harris Road. $15. Bring your own disc. Winners will receive a medal. 326-FUNN. Holiday Boutique: entertainment, appetizers, refreshments, craft booths, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Carriage House Estates, 8200 Westwold Drive. Free. 663-8393.

Holiday Market & Craft Faire, noon to 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, St. Philip the Apostle Church, 7100 Stockdale Highway. 833-2218.

Kaiser Permanente’s 5K/1K Fun Run & Health Expo, 5K at 9 a.m., 1K at 9:05 a.m., health and fitness expo, 9 a.m. to noon, 2531 Chester Ave. $25 Oct. 18-Nov. 3. 1K free but must register at active.com.

Kern County European Travel Club, 10 a.m., for trip tour to Spain on Sept. 26, 2011, call Jim Engel at 399-6507.

KV Bike Park BMX Race, national bicycle league sign-up at 1 p.m., race at 2 p.m., KV Bike Park, Kernville. $10 to race. kvbikepark.com or 760-223-6165.

“Minerals & Crystals,” with geologist Tim Elam, 3 p.m., Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, 2018 Chester Ave. 324-6350.

Native Plant Sale 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., CSUB, Environmental Studies Area, 9001 Stockdale Highway.

323-4259 or 399-2282.

Parade of Ponds, a tour of Bakersfield’s best water gardens, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Buck’s Landscape Materials & Pond Shop, 2600 Taft Highway. $35, includes lunch. 8363825.

Rooter Bus to the BC vs.

Cerritos College Football Game; departure 3:30 p.m., game 7 p.m., bus returning immediately following; meet at BC, Haley and Panorama parking lot, 1801 Panorama Drive. $25; bring refreshments. Reservations by 3 p.m. Friday. 395-4800.

Second annual Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk, check-in at 8 a.m., walk at 9 a.m., Beach Park, 3400 21st St. outofthedarkness.org or 868-1552.

Sierra Club-Buena Vista Group Program & Brunch: Rob Ball discussing “How Senate Bill 375 will impact your Life,” 10 a.m., Camino Real Restaurant, 3500 Truxtun Ave. Program is free but

you can purchase brunch for $7.60. 323-5569.

“Weird & Fun Science,” adults only, 7 to 9 p.m., Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, 2018 Chester Ave. $25; $40 couple.

Educators discount $10 each (for teachers with ID and their spouses). 324-6350.

Sunday Screening of “The Longoria Affair,” 5 p.m., Bakersfield College, Fine Arts Theater, 1801 Panorama Drive. $5. 557-1929.

“Affair Extraordinaire,” fivecourse meal, wine, take a tour of the house, 5 p.m., Guild House, 1905 18th St. $100. 619-4488.

Book signing, with authors Rep. Kevin McCarthy of “Young Guns,” and Devin Nunes of “Restoring the Republic,” at 1 p.m., Russo’s, 9000 Ming Ave. 665-4686.

CSUB Women’s Soccer vs.

Seattle, 7 p.m., CSUB campus, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $4 to $10. 654-2583.

Veterans Day Breakfast, 9 a.m. to noon, Kern Law Enforcement Association banquet hall, 3417 Pegasus Drive. 392-4430.

Italian Catholic Federation’s Pancake Breakfast, Branch 281, will serve pancakes with eggs, sausage and beverages, 8:30 to 11 a.m., Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Parish Hall, 124 Columbus St. $5; $3 under 12; tri-tip sandwiches $5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 872-0511.

“Vanishing of the Bees” film, 6:30 p.m., Kernville Odd Fellows Hall, 50 Tobias, Kernville. Free.

760-333-4561.

THEATER “Tartuffe,” 8 p.m. today through Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, CSUB, Dore Theatre, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $10, general; $8, seniors and faculty; $5 CSUB student with ID. 654-3150.

“Meshuggah-Nuns!,” 8 p.m.

Friday through Sunday, Stars Dinner Theatre, 1931 Chester Ave. $50 to $55; show-only tickets $30. 325-6100.

“My Funny Frankenstein,” followed by the vaudeville revue “Love Bites and Vampires Suck,” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m.

Sunday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $9 to $20. 587-3377.

Omnipresent Puppet Theatre, presents “Frankenstein’s Baby,” 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $6. 587-3377.

“Rocky Horror Picture Show,” games at 11:30 p.m., lips sing at midnight Saturday, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. $10. 327-PLAY. Major League Improv, fine for families, 6 p.m. Saturdays, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. Donations accepted. 327-PLAY. Improv Comedy Show, with Center For Improv Advancement group, 8 to 9:30 p.m. Saturdays, Ice House, 3401 Chester Ave., Suite M. $5 adults; $1 for children

under 12. 747-2220.

ART “HEROES” Juried Art Exhibition, benefitting the Wounded Heroes Fund; 5 to 7 p.m. today, The Foundry, 1700 Chester Ave. $5; veterans are free with ID. 301-3283.

Portraits on Display, by Samuel Pierro, Art Knight, Patti Doolittle, noon to 9 p.m. Friday, Flying Moose Gallery, 1602 20th St. 3959121.

First Friday event, featuring artists Bill Ryan, Mike Barker and Maia Cummins, 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Juliana’s Art Studio & Gallery, 501 18th St. 327-7507.

Fifth annual La Femme Artist Art Show, food, wine, entertainment, 2 to 7 p.m.

Saturday, Spotlight Theatre, 1622 19th St. Suggested donation $5.

“The Compression of Time & Space” Art Exhibit, by Mike Heivly, CSUB, Todd Madigan Gallery, 9001 Stockdale Highway.

Gallery hours are 1 to 6 p.m.

Tuesdays through Thursdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays. 654-2238.

The Ceramic Art of David Furman: “Forty Years in the Making: 2010-1970,” Pamela Hill Enticknap: “Currents,” and Eye Gallery: “Close to Home,” now on display until Nov. 21, Bakersfield Museum of Art, 1930 R St. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 323-7219.

Kids events at Art Center: Preschool Hour, with music, stories, art with Jeannie Truitt, 10 to 11 a.m. today; and Kids Holiday Gifts, after-school program with Jeannie Truitt, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. today, Bakersfield Art Association Art Center, 1817 Eye St. 869-2320.

Oil Painting Class with Monica Nelson, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays through December, Juliana’s Art Studio & Gallery, 501 18th St. Space limited, 327-7507.

All Media Class, by instructor Phyllis Oliver, all media welcome, with color theory stressed. pegolivert@ix.netcom.com or 348-4717.

Art classes, beginning watercolor, beginning drawing, advanced drawing and watercolor painters’ group, taught by Carol Bradshaw. Details and enrollment: bradshawartist@earthlink.net or 760-376-6604.

Art for Healing program, of Mercy Hospitals of Bakersfield has unique classes that may help alleviate stress and anxiety resulting in illness, loss, grief or caring for another. All classes are free but some suggest a donation and are held at Mercy Hospital, Truxtun Campus, Truxtun and A St. Visit mercybakersfield.org/art or to register, 324-7070.

Basic Beading & Wire Wrapping Workshop, with Susi Klassen, private instruction or by appointment, The Bead Hut, 610 18th St. 324-0975 or 706-6490.

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Eye Street Beginning Oil Painting, with instructor Glen Jelletich, classes held 1 to 3 p.m. Mondays. Call 3993707 for more information or to register.

Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Drawing, by instructor Nina Landgraff. 304-7002.

Native American Arts Association, meets to learn basketry, beadwork and more, 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays, The Stockdale Moose Lodge, 905 Stine Road. 852-5050.

Stained Glass Class, 6 to 8 p.m.

Wednesdays, Juliana’s Art Studio & Gallery, 501 18th St. Six-week class. Tools and materials available. Space limited, enroll now, 327-7507.

The Art Center, 1817 Eye St., 8692320; offers a variety of painting and drawing classes. Call for details.

The Art Shop Club, 9 a.m. to noon each Thursday, Friday and Saturday, The Art Shop, 1221 20th St. All mediums. 322-0544, 5897463 or 496-5153.

MUSIC Acoustic Kern River Brewing Company, 13415 Sierra Highway, Kernville, 760-376-2337; Slideways with special guest, Joe Ash, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday.

Classic Rock Iron Horse Saloon, 1821 S. Chester Ave., 831-1315; The Press, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

The Old River Monte Carlo, 9750 Taft Highway, 837-0250; Two Timers, 9 p.m. Friday; Hot Shots, 9 p.m. Saturday.

T-Bones Steakhouse, 8020 District Blvd., 398-1300; Divided Highway, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday.

Banacek’s Lounge, 4601 State Road, 387-9224; Sunday Snake Oil, 9 p.m. Saturday.

T-Bones Steakhouse, 8020 District Blvd., 398-1300; The Beagles, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Saturday.

Comedy B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; standup comedy with Dan St. Paul, 8 p.m. Saturday. $15.

Country Trouts & the Blackboard Stages, 805 N. Chester Ave., 399-6700, offers karaoke, line dancing, West Coast Swing among other various activities. Call for times and days.

Tejon Club, 117 El Tejon Ave., 3921747; Crossroads, 6 to 10 p.m.

Sunday.

Cover Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; The People’s Band, 9 p.m.

Thursday.

DJ B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; with DJ Wyld, 8 p.m. Thursday.

Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; Ladies night with live DJ, 9 p.m.

Thursdays.

The Bull Shed Bar & Grill, at Hotel Rosedale, 2400 Camino Del Rio Court, 327-0681; with Meg, 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane, 834-1611; with DJ Chill in the Mixx, 5 p.m. every Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.

Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; 9 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays. Free. ’80s Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Members Only, 9:30 p.m.

Friday.

Jazz Cafe Med, 4809 Stockdale Highway, 834-4433; Richie Perez, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Thursdays; Bunky Spurling, 8 p.m. Saturday.

Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane, 834-1611; Bakersfield Jazz Workshop with Barbara Morrison, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Wine & Cheese Cellar, 695 Tucker Road, Suite C, Tehachapi, 822-6300; Richie Perez, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday.

Live Jazz & Wine Bar, featuring Jazz Connection with Zane Zarrow, Mike Raney, along with 24 wines, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. 633-WINE. Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane, 834-1611; live jazz and with Category 5, 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays.

Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane, 834-1611; Bakersfield Jazz Workshop, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. every Wednesday.

Karaoke Bellvedere Cocktail Lounge, 3090 Brundage Lane, 325-2139; 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Thursdays and Sundays.

Cactus Valley Mexican Restaurant, 4215 Rosedale Highway, 633-1948; 6 to 10 p.m.

Thursday; beer pong and happy hour all day Sunday.

Crossroads Pizzeria, 4200 New Stine Road, 397-5000; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday.

Don Perico Restaurant, 2660 Oswell St., Suite 133, 871-2001; 7 to 11 p.m. Thursdays.

Pour House, 4041 Fruitvale Ave., 589-9300; 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Que Pasa Mexican Cafe, 9000 Ming Ave., 664-1400; 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Thursdays.

T-Bones Steakhouse, 8020 District Blvd., 398-1300; with Irish Monkey Entertainment, 6:30 to 11 p.m. Thursdays.

The Old River Monte Carlo, 9750 Taft Highway, 837-0250; 8 p.m. every Thursday.

The Wright Place, 2695-G Mount Vernon Ave., 872-8831, 8 p.m. every Thursday.

Tomi’s Cowgirl Cafe, 1440 Weedpatch Highway, 633-1949; Karaoke King Show, all ages, 7 to

10 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays.

Banacek’s Lounge, 4601 State Road, 387-9224; 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Casa Lopez, 8001 Panama Road, Lamont, 845-1000; 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday (country) and Saturday (Spanish).

Julie’s The Branding Iron Saloon, 1807 N. Chester Ave., 6 to 10 p.m. every Friday.

Maria Bonita Mexican Restaurant, 10701 Highway 178, 366-3261, 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays. All ages.

Tam O’Shanter, 2345 Alta Vista, 324-6774: 7:30 p.m. Friday.

The Prime Cut, 9500 Brimhall Road, 831-1413; hosted by Ed Loverr, 9 p.m. to midnight Friday.

Del Rio Cocktail Lounge, 5840 State Road, 393-0262; 8 p.m. every other Saturday.

Pyrenees Cafe, 601 Sumner, 3230053; 8 p.m. to midnight Saturdays.

Rocket Shop Cafe, 2000 S. Union Ave., 832-4800; 8:30 p.m. to midnight Saturday.

Sports & Spirits, 6633 Ming Ave., 398-7077; 9 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays.

Tejon Club, 117 El Tejon Ave., 3921747; 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Camino Real Restaurant, 3500 Truxtun Ave., 852-0493; 9:30 p.m.

Sundays.

The Playhouse, 2915 Taft Highway; 397-3599; 7 to 10 p.m.

Sundays.

Schweitzer’s Pit Stop, 10807 Rosedale Highway, 587-8888; 8 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays.

The Wrecking Yard, 9817 S. Union Ave., 827-9192; 7 to 10 p.m.

Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.

B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; 8 p.m.

Tuesday.

Buck Owens Crystal Palace, 2800 Buck Owens Blvd., 3287560; 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays.

The Bull Shed Bar & Grill, at Hotel Rosedale, 2400 Camino Del Rio Court, 327-0681; 7 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Cataldo’s Pizzeria, 6111 Niles St., 363-7200; 6:15 to 10:15 p.m.

Tuesdays.

DoubleTree Hotel, Club Odyssey, 3100 Camino Del Rio Court; 8 p.m. to midnight Tuesdays.

Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane, 834-1611; Wild West Entertainment, 8 p.m. to midnight Tuesdays.

Lone Oak Inn, 10612 Rosedale Highway, 589-0412; 8 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday.

Magoo’s Pizza, 1129 Olive Drive, 399-7800; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday.

McMurphy’s Irish Pub & Sports Bar, 14 Monterey St., 869-1451; 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tuesdays.

Round Table Pizza, 2060 White Lane, 836-2700; 6 to 9 p.m.

Tuesday.

Trouts & The Blackboard Stages, 805 N. Chester Ave., 3996700; 7 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays,

Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; 9 p.m. Wednesdays.

Ethel’s Old Corral, 4310 Alfred Harrell Highway, 873-7613; 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays.

Mariachi Camino Real Restaurant, 3500 Truxtun Ave., 852-0493; Mariachi Imperial, 6 to 9 p.m. Sundays.

Oldies KC Steakhouse, 2515 F St., 3229910; Jimmy Gaines, Bobby O and Mike Halls, 6:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Rock Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; live bands, 9 p.m. every Thursday.

B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; The Barstool Saints, 9 p.m. Friday.

Elevation Lounge, 818 Real Road, 325-6864; Elevation 406, 9 p.m.

Friday.

Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Carpenter (Vancouver, B.C.) presented by Jagermeister, 9 p.m.

Monday; Sic Waiting, 9 p.m.

Thursday.

Jerry’s Pizza, 1817 Chester Ave., 633-1000; Miss May I, Abandon All Ships, Bury Tomorrow, Confide, The Word Alive, doors open at 6 p.m. Tuesday. $15 including fees.

All ages. Tickets at tgptix.com or World Records, Wavelengths, Impact Streetwear, Fatal Impact, Going Underground or 742-6306.

Rock remixes “Rock It Fridays,” 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. every Friday, DoubleTree Hotel, Club Odyssey, 3100 Camino Del Rio Court. 323-7111.

Songwriters The Prime Cut, 9500 Brimhall Road, 831-1413; Songwriters’ Showcase, hosted by Chuck Seaton and Billy Russell, 7 p.m.

Wednesdays.

Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; Songwriters’ night and Open Mic, 9 p.m. Tuesdays.

Trivia night Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Trivia Night with Dave Rezac, 10 p.m. Tuesdays.

UPCOMING EVENTS Tuesday 11/9 An Evening with Victor Villaseñor, author of “Burro Genius,” who will be doing a book signing, discussion and Q&A, 7 p.m., CSUB, Icardo Center, 9001 Stockdale Highway. Free parking in Lot I after 6 p.m.

“Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth” Book Release Party, with activities and raffle prizes, 4 p.m., Barnes & Noble, children’s area, 4001 California Ave. Free. 631-2575.

Thanksgiving Tablescapes with

Adele, free demonstration class creating holiday tablescapes and centerpieces, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Log Cabin Florist, 800 19th St. 3278646.

Toddler Time, for children 18 months to 2 years, with music, nursery rhymes, stories and play, 11 a.m., Beale Library, Arkelian children’s library, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770.

Wednesday 11/10 A Night with Victor Villasenor, enjoy an evening of presentation, discussion and book signing, 7 p.m., Beale Library, Auditorium, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770.

Condors vs. Utah Grizzlies, 7 p.m., Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $9 to $25 advance; $8 to $24 day of. Tickets: Rabobank box office, bakersfieldcondors.com or 324-7825.

Fall Organ Recitals, with Doug Heinrichs, lunch at noon, recital from 12:30 to 1 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1705 17th St. Lunch available for $6 before recital or feel free to bring your own lunch. 325-9419.

Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Mixer, hosted by DoubleTree Hotel, 5:30 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel, 3100 Camino Del Rio Court. $3 members; $5 nonmembers. 6335495.

Let’s Talk About Books, bring your favorite book, share and discuss, 5:30 p.m., Beale Library, Lake Room, 701 Truxtun Ave. 8680770.

Thursday 11/11 91st Veterans Day Parade, parade will begin at 10 a.m., at 21st and L streets. 393-3890.

Evidence of Dilated Peoples, with Natural Movement and Leksure, 9 p.m., Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St. $12 pre-sale; $15 at the door. 706-5447 or 319-9732.

Flag Raising Ceremony, 8 a.m., Veterans Memorial Site, Truxtun Avenue and S Street. 393-3890.

Free Full Service Car Washes for Veterans & Active Military Personnel, must show proof of ID, discharge papers, organization membership card, Sparkling Image Car Wash, at all seven Bakersfield locations.

Parade Awards Ceremony, 2 p.m., American Legion Post 26 Hall, 2020 H St. 393-3890.

Veterans Day Breakfast, 6 to 10 a.m., American Legion Post 26 Hall, 2020 H St. $6. 393-3890.

Veterans Day Lunch & Open House, noon, American Legion Post 26 Hall, 2020 H St. $7. 3933890.

Friday 11/12 “Christmas Around the Corner,” with more than 30 vendors featuring clothing, home decor, handbags, crafts and more, noon to 7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sunday, Italian Heritage Hall, 4415 Wilson Road. Free. villageartisans.org or 205-2923.