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Index Styx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Filming in Kern County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 The Empties awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Arts Alive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Furry Paws and Fuzzy Nights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 The Lowdown with Matt Munoz . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Bakersfield Green Thumb Garden Club . . . . . . . .25 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-29
Professor brings art to the kids Institute links CSUB students, schools BY CAMILLE GAVIN Contributing columnist cgavin@bakersfield.com
In these lean times when art instruction in most public schools is as rare as finding a palm tree in Alaska, it’s nice to know that one local teacher is making it happen. Her project is called Children’s Art Institute, or CAI, and it’s a healthy example of what can result when two or more organizations collaborate to achieve similar goals. Dianne Turner, an art professor at Cal State Bakersfield, is the person who got the whole thing going with money from her own pocket. “In 2005 I inherited a little bit of money and donated $10,000 to the university,” she said. “That’s how it got started.” Turner is the founder-director of the institute, which connects CSUB students who plan to become teachers with elementary students in two schools of the Panama-Buena Vista School District. Here’s how CAI works at Ronald Reagan Elementary: Prospective teachers enrolled in specific upper division art courses work with the Reagan students on campus. They also get real world experience by teaching as many as five lessons in classrooms at the elementary school. “It’s a give-and-take situation,” Turner said. “The school buys the materials for the kids and also spends money on equipment and other things.” As an ending point each quarter, the student teachers are required to develop a presentation and organize an exhibition of work done by the children.
‘We feel truly blessed’ One of the reasons it’s worked so well, Turner said, is the cooperation she’s received from Tom Irvin, the principal; Ellen Ansolabehere, the school’s art coordinator; and the Reagan Parent Club, which also helps out with the funding for CAI. Irvin is enthusiastic about Turner’s contributions and noted that the lessons she and her preservice teachers design are appropriate to individual grade levels. “Each lesson is unique,” the principal said. “It isn’t just a canned lesson, it’s not something that’s used over and over, and the
Jillian Frando, 6, works on her oil pastel drawing based on the French Impressionist artist Claude Monet.
students learn about different artists each quarter.” The school district has an artistin-residence, Kathy Minor, who visits Reagan periodically. Irvin said he appreciates the supplemental teaching Turner provides. “We’re very pleased that we have the opportunity to connect with the university,” he said. “We feel truly blessed to have the opportunity — and I really mean that.” Incidentally, examples of the children’s artwork can be seen on the institute’s website at csub.edu/childrensartinstitute. Another aspect of the institute’s programs are art camps, two-hour sessions held over a period of four Saturdays designed for children in first through sixth grades. For the current quarter the theme is “Wild West Art,” focusing on western artists Charles Russell, Alfred Bierstadt, George Catlin and William Tyler Ranney. “Each Saturday (students) will study a different artist,” Turner explained. “They’ll also complete a project each time.”
Can it grow? Turner sees a need for the program throughout the county. She’d like to expand it but is hampered by lack of funds and personnel. As she puts it: “Basically, right now I’m a one-man band.” She was on leave during the fall quarter that just ended and researched ways to develop the program. For part of that time she took a course at the Kennedy Center’s school of arts management in Washington, D.C. “I’m not a trained administrator and I learned a lot from that,” Turner said. “We learned a lot about marketing strategies and what people want from us.” In a sense, her time in the
PHOTOS COURTESY OF DIANNE TURNER
CSUB senior and Children's Art Institute fall assistant Alisa Villalobos works with students Isabel Collins, 8; Toni McCarthy, 8; Lukas Maxwell, 7; and Sahil Vemuri, 6.
nation’s capital was a return home for the professor, who was born there. She came to CSUB in 1989. Last January, after serving 19 years as a faculty member in the school of teacher education, she joined the university’s art department. Turner also spent a week at the Donkey Mill Art Center in Hawaii during her sabbatical. The center was formed in 1994 and has grown over the years to offer an array of arts and cultural opportunities to the surrounding community. “It’s been successful and I went there to observe and to learn what they were doing,” she said. “Basically, the executive director said the No. 1 thing is to work closely with board members and with organizations in the community.”
Looking for funds Meanwhile, the professor has been looking for new ways to get funding for CAI to provide art camp scholarships for underprivileged youngsters and corporate underwriting for specific programs. Turner said potential contributors are more inclined to give when they learn that she receives no salary — by choice, she donates it back to CSUB — for her work with the institute, including workshops and summer camps. She estimates it amounts to about
CSUB Children’s Art Institute director Dianne Turner poses with student Cruz Boschini, 7.
$10,000 a year. Just how unusual it is for a professor to make such a donation is unknown but those who work with Turner, including members of the CAI board, say it’s not surprising because she’s extremely passionate about the work she does with children. Of course, Turner still gets her regular salary for teaching at CSUB.
Recently she got a $2,500 grant from the Target Foundation. It’s being used to set up a day of kids’ art classes May 7 in conjunction with the Bakersfield Jazz Festival. The theme is “America the Beautiful.” “While the parents are listening to the music,” Turner said, “the children are having fun and getting a free art lesson.”
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Call it Styx-to-itiveness Rockers still making noise decades later BY MATT MUNOZ Bakotopia.com editor mmunoz@bakersfield.com
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he venues may have gotten smaller, but Styx's brand of arena rock is more popular than ever. No legit classic rock playlist is complete without at least one of the many hits of the classic lineup of the band: keyboardist/vocalist Dennis DeYoung; brothers Chuck Panozzo, bass; the late John Panozzo, drums; James Young, guitar; and Tommy Shaw, guitar and vocals. One of the more theatrical groups of the 1970s to mid-'80s, the Chicago-based quintet worked their way from being a progrock phenomenon to become a staple of the MTV generation with songs like, “Lady,” “Too Much Time On My Hands,” and “Mr. Roboto.” Though only two of Styx’s original members — Shaw and Young — are performing Wednesday at the Fox Theater, they’re bringing along a collection of rock vets who shouldn’t have a problem keeping lighters flickering. Todd Sucherman is manning the drums, Lawrence Gowan takes over for DeYoung on keyboards, and Ricky Phillips is on bass. “I've always thought of Styx as one of those very identifiable bands,” said Phillips who's been touring and recording full time with the group for the past seven years. “With some bands, a song can come on the radio and you'll have to ask who it is, but Styx comes on, it doesn't matter what the song is — if it's a ballad or a rocker — you know who it is.”
‘... we’d still sound like Styx’ Phillips himself has an impressive resume of projects as former member of The Babys, Bad English, plus numerous studio projects including the pseudo-Zeppelin collaboration album “Coverdale/Page,” featuring guitarist Jimmy Page and Whitesnake frontman David Coverdale. “I guess I've been at the right place at the right time and kind of painted myself into a corner. I was either gonna be successful in this business or end up living in a dumpster somewhere,” Phillips said. Meeting Shaw and Young on the road during many shared bills throughout the '70s, Phillips said his role complementing the signature Styx guitar sound on bass ranks as one of his favorite gigs. Sharing stage time with original bassist Panozzo for special shows, he respects the group’s rock solid foundation. “I hear James and Tommy's guitar work every night and it's very unique. The band has a lot of little things going on at one time that make it the ‘Styx sound.’ That's a real high point to their success. Even before I joined the band, the one thing that Tommy said was that he wanted to make sure that before they handed me the gig, that we'd still sound like Styx. I thought, ‘Good point.’ Digging deep into the group's music catalog, Phillip’s approach was all about adapting without sacrificing his personal touch.
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Styx — front row, from left: James Young, Tommy Shaw and Lawrence Gowan; back row, from left: Chuck Panozzo, Ricky Phillips and Todd Sucherman — is coming to the Fox Theater on Wednesday.
Styx with special guest Gary Hoey When: 8 p.m. Wednesday Where: The Majestic Fox Theater, 2001 H Street Admission: $39 to $61 Information: 324-1369 vallitix.com
“I was doing very little just before I joined the band, other than some producing gigs. My plan was to learn every song and every nuance before adding my sound on everything. I hate when you go to a concert and you're waiting for the singer to sing something and they don't play the song the way you remember it.” Styx's career, spanning a discography of 14 studio LPs, seven live records, plus numerous greatest hits packages gave Phillips enough homework, but it wasn't beyond his reach. Soon, he had the job and was on the road and in the studio with one of the biggest rock bands of the past three decades. Naming off some of the band's creative highpoints, there are the obvious chart-toppers, along with album cuts from classics “The Grand Illusion,” “Pieces of Eight,” and “Paradise Theater.” But when asked which tune stands as the band's calling card, one song comes to mind. “I think ‘Renegade’ at this point. I don't think anyone would have guessed that. ‘Lady’ was the band's initial first hit, and you could even throw ‘Babe’ in there at some point. ‘Renegade’ is the fight song for
a lot of the sports teams, ESPN has run a segment on the song and how the Pittsburgh Steelers use it. You can even go on YouTube and see videos done by high schools where they've used the song.”
‘Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto’ While Styx did perfect the art of the anthemic power ballad, they experienced the occasional creative blip, namely 1983’s “Kilroy Was Here.” A rock opera/concept album full of political satire, back-masking audio messages, futuristic storylines, the obligatory ballad, and robots. Though a platinum-selling record, it spawned a failed stage show and was a disastrous lesson that subsequently broke up the band the following year. “It doesn't really have much of a place in the body of work Styx had, but it was pretty profound and it did lay something down that people immediately identify with. Everyone knows the song ‘Mr. Roboto,’ no matter how silly you might think it is,” Phillips said. But in the scheme of things, Phillips recognizes the song also helped keep the band on the radar with young audiences after being featured or referenced in movies, TV and advertising campaigns, complete with the unmistakable lyric, “Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto.” “Behind closed doors, we all tip our hat to the success of it. It's survived the test of time.” Opening the show will be blues/rock guitarist Gary Hoey, who filmed his “Ho, Ho, Hoey” holiday concert for DVD release at the Fox in December.
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our proximity, between Los Angeles and San Francisco, and because Kern County is so diverse we can just about supply any location they need without an ocean,” Hook said. “We've been getting first calls from location managers now more than ever.” Hook said an invaluable — and free — marketing tool is the Board of Trade's official Facebook page. Beyond general information, there are a number of photos of potential locations available at the click of a button. “We'll do anything we can to get our name out there,” he said. Davis believes Kern’s competitiveness has been a key factor in attracting blockbuster productions like the latest “Star Trek” film and “Fast & The Furious IV,” which both shot in Kern in 2008. “We're one of the few film commissions that charge nothing for film services,” Davis said. “We operate with general tax dollars. Our budget is small. My job is to bring external dollars into economic development for Kern. “Our total budget is $700,600,” Davis said via e-mail. “We project to generate about $80,000 in revenue ... so our department’s cost to the (county’s) General Fund for tourism and film promotion is $620,500. Tourism revenue, the source of most of the department’s budget, is another big way to bring in the bucks. The new marketing strategy: persuading visitors to extend their stay. “The average stay is about two days. This year we hope to get it to three days or more,” Davis said.
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Empty honors its own Anne Frank” Best debut performance (male) Michael Mejia (Amanda), “Late Night With Christopher Durang” Best ensemble “The Diary of Anne Frank” Breakout perfomance Mariah Bathe (Anne), “The Diary of Anne Frank”
Theater hands out annual Empties awards The crew from The Empty Space honored its own at the eighth annual Empties awards, held Sunday at the Stockdale Country Club. Here’s the list of who won: Best mainstage production “The Diary of Anne Frank” Best late night production “Late Night With Christopher Durang” Best lead male actor (drama) Randy Messick (Mr. Frank), “The Diary of Anne Frank” Best lead female actor (drama) Mariah Bathe (Anne), “The Diary of Anne Frank” Best lead male actor (comedy) Michael Pawloski (Lawrence), “Late Night With Christopher Durang” Best lead female actor (comedy) Amy Hall (Rosalind), “As You Like It” Best supporting male actor (drama) Matthew Borton (Peter), “ The Diary of Anne Frank” Best supporting female actor (drama) Julia Stansbury (Mrs. Frank), “The Diary of Anne Frank” Best supporting male actor (comedy) Justin Lawson Brooks (Leaf ), “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Best supporting female actor (comedy) Kristina Saldana (Logainne), “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Best featured male actor — TIE
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See you at the Kit Kat Renowned fiddler visits Tehachapi
GO & DO ‘Cabaret’ When: Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday; doors open at 12:30 p.m., show at 2 p.m. Sunday Where: Stars Theatre Restaurant, 1931 Chester Ave. Admission: $50 to $54, dinner and show; show only, $30. Students: $30 or $15 for show only. Information: 325-6100
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ll I need to do is hear the title “Cabaret,” and I start singing “Come to the cabaret, old chum, come to the cabaret.” This timeless musical set in a decadent Berlin nightclub in the early 1930s, a time when the Nazi party was gaining strength, has always been one of my favorites. Turns out a lot of other theatergoers share my feelings. Roanne Burr, who’s in the director’s chair for the show, which opens Friday at Stars, tells me “Cabaret” was the No. 1 pick in a survey that asked audience members what they wanted to see this year. A veteran director and performer, Burr takes a rounded approach to this poignant story with tragic overtones that’s set almost entirely in the glitzy but down-at-the heels atmosphere of the Kit Kat Klub. “It is important to me that I give the audience something extra,” she said. “Theater isn’t just verbal — it’s visual, too.” Her husband, Peter Burr, another veteran of the local theater community on the technical side of things, did the lighting design. Roanne said what he’s done with “Cabaret” goes a long way in creating different moods, especially since set changes are minimal. Without revealing any details, the director anticipates the final scene to be a blockbuster. “I think it will blow people’s minds,” she said. “If it doesn’t make the hair on
Fiddler Bruce Molsky When: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. today Where: Fiddlers Crossing, 206 E. F St., Tehachapi Admission: $25, workshop; $15 concert/demonstration; or $35 for both Information: 823-9994 PHOTO COURTESY OF PETER BECKMAN
Jason McClain is the master of ceremonies at the Kit Kat Klub in "Cabaret" at Stars.
the back of their necks stand up then we haven’t succeeded.” Talented Erika Kern, who played Roxie Hart in Bakersfield Music Theatre’s stellar production of “Chicago,” portrays Sally, an American singer who’s the star of the club’s chorus line. Jason McClain is the nightclub’s master of ceremonies, and Forrest Madewell appears as Cliff, the aspiring novelist with whom Sally falls in love. Both men have done notable work in numerous shows. Jon Johannsen, as Herr Schultz, and Leslie Lane, as Fraulein Schneider, play the middle-aged couple who plan to marry until Ernst, a member of the Gestapo portrayed by Steve Evans, dashes their hopes by revealing that Schultz is a Jew. An interesting side note: Several roles in the original Broadway
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Brent Rochon did the choreography, assisted by Marnie Forzetting, and Brenda Baldwin is the vocal director. Cyndi Hicks leads the onstage eight-piece band. Performances continue through Feb. 5.
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Fiddler Bruce Molsky will perform at Fiddlers Crossing in Tehachapi today.
production, including that of Schultz, were cut in the 1972 movie version of “Cabaret” starring Liza Minelli and Joel Grey.
‘Touch’ When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday Where: The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. Admission: Free, donations accepted Information: 327-PLAY
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Internationally known fiddler Bruce Molsky will be in Tehachapi this evening for a workshop and lecture at Fiddlers Crossing, a coffeehouse that’s part of Mountain Music store. The first 90 minutes will be a hands-on lesson for fiddlers, as well as viola and cello players, said store-owner Debby Hand. For the next hour, Molsky will give a demonstration and talk about the history of the music, illustrating it with tunes for the fiddle, banjo and guitar along with songs from all over the country. Molksy is an example of what can happen when you follow your dreams. Born in the Bronx and
When: 8 p.m. Saturday Where: Dore Theatre, Cal State Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Highway Admission: $10; $8, seniors; $5, students; free to CSUB students Information: 654-3150
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Auditions for ‘Stage Door’ When: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Where: The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. Admission: Free Information: 327-PLAY
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Spoil your pet, help SPCA Auction, dinner highlight Furry Paws fundraiser BY MIRANDA WHITWORTH Contributing writer
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hink your pet deserves nothing but the best? Whether you’re a cat person or a dog lover, the Bakersfield SPCA has the opportunity for you to put your furry friend in the lap of luxury with its Furry Paws and Foggy Nights benefit on Jan. 22 at The Petroleum Club. For those looking to provide their four-legged pals with some designer digs, the SPCA event will offer a live auction featuring custom-designed doghouses and cat condos that guarantee to impress even the pickiest pampered pet. Bakersfield SPCA Community Development Director Chuck Nordstrom said when it comes to the pet homes, which were made specifically for this fundraiser, there is something for everyone. “There will be various sizes of doghouses from little Chihuahua-size houses on up. The condos and houses have been custom-built and decorated by different groups around town. They have really come in and dazzled them up.” In addition to the live auction, Furry Paws and Foggy Nights will feature a three-course dinner, music from the Bakersfield Jazz Workshop and an evening-long silent auction. According to Nordstrom, the items up for grabs will please anyone, whether they have two legs or four. “There is so much stuff for the silent auction, and more just keeps coming in. We’ll have gift certificates from various businesses, jewelry, wine packages and even animal packages
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trained as a mechanical engineer, he became entranced by the traditional music of Appalachia when he was young. At age 40 he embarked on a professional career as a performer and teacher that has turned out to be quite successful.
Drama at The Empty Space The Empty Space opened its ninth season last week with “Touch,” an intense drama by Toni Press-Coffman. The main character, Kyle Kalke, has studied astronomy since childhood and in a high school was considered a nerd. After his wife, whom he loved passionately, is kidnapped and murdered, he is unable to handle his grief and tries to escape by diving deeper into his personal galaxy and in loveless sex with a prostitute. “Touch,” is about a man in despair questioning whether there is any point to rediscovering passion, risking connection, groping toward the touch that will rekindle joy, said Michelle Guerrero Tolley, spokeswoman for the theater.
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The SPCA will be auctioning dog and cat condos as a fundraiser.
consisting of dog beds, dog toys and dog blankets.” Proceeds from the event benefit the Bakersfield SPCA, where Kern County’s wayward pets find shelter as they wait to be adopted. All of the programs provided by the SPCA in town are supported solely by fundraisers like the Jan. 22 event and donations from the public. In addition to housing animals, the SPCA provides education programs and low-cost spay and neuter clinics, which are instrumental in helping keep Kern’s unwanted pet population in check. Nordstrom said there are a lot of animals in need of help, and the number grows daily. “About every nine days, over 500 animals are put down in Bakersfield alone, and the only way to curb that is to spay and neuter your pets,” said Nordstrom. “We have three and four animals to a kennel in our small dog area. It’s just a continuing issue of backyard breeders and irresponsible people not having their animals spayed or neutered and letting them
get out and roam. There are a lot of unwanted litters.” For those who are squeamish about having the simple operation performed on their pets, Nordstrom said it’s to your dog or cat’s benefit: “The animals live happier and healthy lives, and you won’t have to worry about pet roaming. Male dogs who are neutered are happier to stay home; they don’t get that urge to escape to the streets as much.” Nordstrom came up with the event as a way to add a little diversity to the organization’s fundraising efforts. “We were looking at doing something more formal that people could come and enjoy with a nice sitdown dinner, music and silent auction. Coming up with the theme was easy, knowing it was going to be in the wintertime with Bakersfield and the fog. I figured Furry Paws and Foggy Nights.” This will be the second year the SPCA has hosted the event and, after last year’s success, Nordstrom hopes to see even bigger numbers this time around. “I think it’s going to be great. We had about 140 guests the first time around and we are hoping to pass 200 this year.”
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Furry Paws and Foggy Nights What: SPCA benefit with auctions and music by the Bakersfield Jazz Workshop When: 6 to 10 p.m. Jan. 22 Where: The Petroleum Club, 5060 California Ave. Tickets: $85, includes threecourse dinner Information: 323-8353, ext. 2; reservations required by Friday
Justin L. Brooks is the director. The cast includes Jared Cantrell, Eric Tolley, Rachel Sanders and Lily Dawn Bogges. Performances continue through Jan. 22.
she suggested the department bring the ensemble to perform at the university. The ensemble also will lead a movement workshop for CSUB theater students during the day.
Movement theater at CSUB
Auditions at The Empty
“Alice,” presented by the 11th Hour Ensemble of San Francisco, will have one performance only on Saturday evening at Cal State Bakersfield. The characters are drawn from the classic by Lewis Carroll but because it employs what is known as movement theater, the production itself is light years away from “Alice in Wonderland” and is not designed for children younger than 13. Movement theater emphasizes physicality and imagination. A Bay Area reviewer described the show as “about 60 percent interpretive dance and 40 percent dialogue, easily juggling different genres of theater with different types of music, and varying levels of seriousness and silliness.” CSUB theater faculty member Kamala Kruszka saw an excerpt of “Alice” and was so impressed by it that
Tryouts for roles in “Stage Door,” a witty classic set in the 1930s by Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman are being held this weekend at The Empty Space. It calls for much larger cast than most of the Oak Street theater’s shows — 27 in all. But Bob Kempf, the director, is confident about filling it completely, especially the 16 roles for female characters who are trying to make it on Broadway. “I’m optimistic,” he said. “There are a lot of terrific actresses in town, and I have a feeling this is a play in which many of them would enjoy being involved. So yes, I’m feeling positive (but with my fingers crossed) about a good turn-out for auditions.” Those who audition will be asked to read from the script. Performance dates are May 6 through 28.
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Eye Street The Lowdown with Matt Munoz
Councilmen score a break Group opens NAMM; we have a winner!
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s thousands congregate at the Anaheim Convention Center for the NAMM Show, Bakersfield rock band The Councilmen have even bigger plans — they get to open the show. “It’s insane and incredible,” said Councilmen drummer Taylor Haley of the band’s break performing on the outdoor Wanna Play Stage today at 5 p.m. Held annually by the National Association of Music Merchants, the event is a monster of a music geek-o-rama, where international instrument retailers, companies, celebrity musicians and fans gather to socialize, do business, and check out the latest gear. Kicking off this afternoon, the convention runs through Sunday. Taylor, who has a drumstick endorsement with Canadian-based drumstick makers Los Cabos, was instrumental in helping get the band on board through his association with the company. Chosen from hundreds of submissions, the band is ready to become part of the spectacle that is NAMM. “It’s a wild scene. You see guys that are like 60 who think they’re still on the Sunset Strip in the ’80s, walking around with crazy outfits. It’s fun though. We’re going down for the day,” Taylor said. Councilmen guitar/vocalist Keaton York, who joins Taylor and bassist Julian Sanchez, also shares in his bandmate’s excitement, but prefers to keep things in perspective. “You take it with a grain of salt, appreciate it, and hopefully make
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The Councilmen, from left: Julian Sanchez, Keaton York, Taylor Haley.
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Ryan Blake won last week’s talent competition at Maya Cinemas.
some connections,” he said. “I’m always excited. I don’t care what it is, I’m just thankful.” Formed in 2007, this isn’t the band’s first lucky score. In 2008, after entering the CBS “Early Show’s” Battle of Bands, the group garnered enough votes to keep itself in the running for an extended stay. That stint led them to country music video channel GAC, where
they were featured in 2008’s “The Next GAC Star” talent competition. Originally known for a rockabilly sound on their earlier recordings, York said the band now prefers an edgier, rock direction. “We’re pushing away from rockabilly a little bit, but the twang is still there. We’re tired of not getting radio play. You can be content with playing rockabilly, and that’s fine. But let’s face it — the sound’s not going mainstream. There comes a time when you wanna go farther with this stuff or not. We have the people behind us, so I decided as the writer to move ahead.” The band is in the studio recording new material for a springtime release. You can find it online at thecouncilmenband.com. For info on NAMM, visit namm.org.
Bakersfield star There was a lot of hootin’ ‘n’ hollerin’ Saturday for Maya Cinemas’ talent competition. Staged in the lobby of the multiplex, eight contestants arrived with cheering sections, flashy signs and a lot of hometown enthusiasm. With more than 200 attendees
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.
standing in the lobby alone, I couldn’t tell you how many extra moviegoers packed the house. I was fortunate to be front and center as one of the judges. Impressed as I was by the evening’s turnout, so was Maya management. “The response was awesome. Everyone that signed up was extremely talented,” said Maya Cinemas’ promotions director Nyoka Jameson. “It was especially great to see the fans with their signs cheering each other on.” Joining me on the judging panel was Maya Cinemas President Frank Haffar, KUZZ radio personality Brent Michaels, city of Bakersfield Economic & Community Development Director Donna L. Kunz and Clear Channel advertising executive Tim Soto. Given two attempts to strut their country swagger onstage either with solo guitar or accompaniment, each contestant offered up a unique take singing an original tune or cover/original combination. From inspirational all-female trio Vowed To One to Bakersfield country band Good Question and soulful popstress Shontice Hildebrand with help from downtown guitarist Chris Carton, choosing a winner wasn’t easy. The talented contestants were judged on vocal ability, song choice, performance and celebrity appeal. Trust me: no snide “American Idol”-type critiques were required. Taking home the top prize was keyboardist/vocalist Ryan Blake of Bakersfield. Originally from Charlottesville, Va., the 23-year-old belted out faithful renditions of Rascal Flatts’ “God Bless the Broken Road” and “I Apologize” by contemporary Christian act 33 Miles. Combining gospel passion with country-soul appeal, his eyes barely glanced at the keys while a noticeable stillness overtook the scene. Without missing a note, he creatively rearranged the familiarity of each song with his own personality. “It was pretty awesome,” said Blake. “This is the second competition I’ve been in, and the first one I’ve one won. It’s a great way to start the new year.”
Bakotopia Unplugged Open Mic Night With host Matt Munoz When: 8 to 11 p.m. Wednesdays. Signups start at 7:30 p.m. Where: Fishlips, 1517 18th St. Information: 324-2557 or visit the Facebook page for updates.
Playing piano since the age of 6, Blake came to California in 2008 to pursue a dual career in music and computer systems. Currently attending Bakersfield College, his daily schedule is nothing short of around the clock. “Right now, I’m taking six classes and working full time,” said Blake. “I’ve always envisioned myself going somewhere with music. I write and do a lot of my own stuff. I’m trying to open as many doors as I can.” Winning a round-trip, three-day, two-night stay for two in Nashville that includes a tour of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Blake decided to give his prize to some close friends. “The win was enough for me, and I think they could really use the trip right now.” In addition to his solo work, Blake also performs with his band The Damascus Project. Based on the success of the “Country Strong” promotional event, Jameson said the theater plans to hold more movie-related events, including one in February. Local artists are being sought for the “Gnome Project,” coinciding with the release of “Gnomeo and Juliet,” a 3-D animated take on the Shakespeare classic. Submissions should be in the form of the ceramic garden gnome, collage, painting, or any “gnome-centric” creation you may have. A chosen few will then be displayed at Maya during a celebration of skits by the Spotlight Theatre, face painting and more from Feb. 11 to 13. Deadline for submissions is Jan. 28. For more information, contact Nyoka Jameson at 636-0490.
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Gather ye rosebuds with help of expert Sam Trivitt BY JENNIFER SELF Californian lifestyles editor jself@bakersfield.com
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am Trivitt never met Marilyn Monroe, yet the Bakersfield resident’s name will forever be linked to that of the screen goddess. But don’t bother looking at a film website for a clue to what the two have in common. Instead, just head to a rose show. It’s there where the connection becomes obvious, for the rose named “Marilyn Monroe” — a creamy long-stemmed beauty, naturally, with a thorn or two thrown in to make things interesting — is similar to the miniature rose called “Sam Trivitt,” created by local amateur hybridizer Jim Sproul in honor of the respected rosarian. “Some of the rose shows have a category of big and little or high and low and they display a large rose and a miniature rose,” Trivitt said. “The miniature rose named after me looks just like the ‘Marilyn Monroe,’ so they pair those up in the rose show. It’s kind of an ego trip, I guess.” Trivitt, who began growing roses in the early 1960s, became so knowledgeable about the flower that he was named a consulting rosarian by the American Rose Society in 1974, a designation earned only after rigorous testing. Rarer still is his credential as a rose show judge, also conferred by the national rose group. In fact, he knows of only one other judge in the local area. Trivitt will share his vast experience with rose growers Saturday when he speaks at the Green Thumb Garden Club meeting. The public is welcome for the loose, Q&Astyle presentation. The timing of Trivitt’s appearance couldn’t be better, for though you wouldn’t know it by looking at the scraggly stems and branches poking through January’s rock-hard soil, this is prime time for roses, both in pruning and planting. If you’re thinking about putting in some new roses, Trivitt recommends selecting true bare-root plants, the kind that come in a bin surrounded by mulch, so that you can get a good look at the roots. Trivitt’s second choice would be buying the plants packaged in two-gallon cans. He’s definitely not a fan of plants sold in plastic containers because
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The Sam Trivitt miniature rose is similar to this Marilyn Monroe.
Bakersfield Green Thumb Garden Club featuring Sam Trivitt discussing roses When: 9:30 a.m. Saturday Where: Church of the Brethren, in the social hall, 327 A St. Information: 393-3657 Admission: Free and the public is welcome
sometimes the roots are cut back in order to stuff everything in. “If you bought them in the two-gallon can, you just plant them,” he said. “If you get them bare-root (in the bin) or the plastic tube thing, I will go put them in a five-gallon can with water to get water back in the plants from eight to 24 hours and then plant them.” Trivitt said it’s fine to amend the soil, but warns against fertilizing at first because the rich nutrients might burn the tender plant. Wait about six weeks, he said, and then gently rake in a good rose food. All roses should be planted by early March. Though Trivitt learned about roses mostly through trial and error (he now has 250 rose bushes, down from a high of 700 at his former home), we decided to take the easy way out and ask the expert for the benefit of his experience. Our questions and Trivitt’s responses follow. The secret to growing beautiful roses: Roses can be grown in any types of soil. We have soils
from adobe to very sandy and they can grow in all those conditions — very hardy. Most of the time all you have to do is put them in the ground and water them good until they get established. Roses will do fairly well without a lot of care, but we want to see them grow really well, so we talk about fertilizing and watering and things like that. I have someone come in and mow my lawn, but I tell them: Don’t touch my roses. You can’t have a mow, blow and go guy take care of your roses. What are some fragrant varieties: The roses either have fragrance or they don’t. In the past they were selecting roses to be sold more on the beauty of the rose itself and not the fragrance and they have now turned the corner and are looking at the fragrance also. One of the most fragrant is the Firefighter hybrid tea. I don’t know how much they’re available. It seems like pastel shades fade pretty quickly under our brutal summer sun: There’s not many yellow roses that will do well in Kern County because of the heat. It fades them out real fast. Same with the light pink roses. There are some white ones that do very well. Stick with reds and dark pinks. Is there anything you can do to make your roses look better in August? As far as roses in August in Kern County in Bakersfield,
they’re not going to look good. There sometimes will be roses four or five inches across in spring and fall, but in August? They might be an inch or inch and a half in diameter and look like hell. After September, roses will start putting out new stems and new blooms and by the end of October, you’re going to have beautiful blooms, just like it was spring. How is the rose industry doing? The rose industry is in such bad shape right now. With most roses selling from $15 a plant, if you need to buy some food or buy a rose, you’re going to buy some food. There’s more important things out there than growing roses, though I think growing roses is very important. Up until two or three years ago, about 70 percent of the roses were grown here in Kern County. I can’t quote the percentage now, but I think more roses are grown in Arizona, the Phoenix area, than in Kern County right now. How are the prices and variety out there now? (The demise of the industry) is not going to make the prices of the roses go up, but the number of varieties that you used to find will not be out there. The reason is that when a rose company goes bankrupt and they own the patent on the roses, no one can grow those roses until the bankruptcy has run its course. By that time those varieties may be lost. There was one company that was in the rose business for 100 years. They went bankrupt and 10 years later, after the bankruptcy, there was one rose left. Tell us about your oldest rose plant: I grow a Futura orange-red hybrid tea and I think I’ve been growing that plant about 30 years. I transplanted it when I moved. The oldest rose that I know of in the whole United States is in Tombstone, Ariz. A Banksia rose was planted in the 1800s by one of their prominent citizens and people have taken care of that rose all this time. I understand it covers almost a full block. ... Banksia is a climber that keeps going and going and going and going and it has no thorns.
PHOTO COURTESY OF ROGER ALLEN COPE
Roger Allen Cope is a guitar instructor at Cal State Bakersfield.
Classical guitar joins flute, sax for intimate, eclectic show
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SUB guitar instructor Roger Allen Cope will present a program that will feature solo music for classical guitar and an eclectic mix of chamber music suitable for an evening in a gallery of art. CSUB music faculty member Paul Perez, who plays saxophone, will be featured in works by Vladimir Padwa and Led Zeppelin. Additional artists Ryan Zwahlen, English horn, and Johanna Borenstein, flute, will join Cope to perform the showcase work by Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, “Ecloghes Op. 206.” Zwahlen has performed at CSUB twice this year. Both Zwahlen and Borenstein are Los Angeles-based musicians. Cope joined CSUB in 2009 and oversees a growing guitar curriculum. His previous post was at Brevard in North Carolina, where he was director of guitar studies for nine years. He is a graduate of the College of Music at Florida State University and has been mentored by several of today’s most recognized guitarists, notably Eliot Fisk and Christopher Parkening. For more information about the CSUB Guitar Arts Series, contact Jim Scully, director of guitar studies, 654-2511, via email at jscully@csub.edu, or on the web at www.csub.edu/guitar
GO & DO What: Classical guitar and chamber music program When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday Where: Metro Galleries,1604 19th St. Admission: $12; $8, seniors (60-plus); $6, students Information: 654-2511, jscully@csub.edu, or www.csub.edu/guitar
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Why do I need a doctor’s referral for a hearing test? I thought they were free. As a Medicare provider, it is unlawful for me to charge some patients for a service and not charge others. Unfortunately, Medicare does require a doctor’s referral for me to bill them. Other insurances labeled as PPOs or POSs also require a doctor’s referral for a hearing test to be labeled a covered benefit. Please verify this by contacting your insurance company. The tests advertised as “free” are not audiologic evaluations but lesser exams that are not substitutes for a complete diagnostic test.
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Program helps identify resources for students BY RACHEL COX Contributing writer
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he first real decision many of us make is the one we are forced to consider upon graduation from high school. Family members, counselors, teachers and advisers all ask the same questions: What are you doing with the rest of your life? Are you going to college? Which one? What's your major going to be? Here's what they never ask: How are you going to pay for it? It’s true that most parents are thinking about it and counselors are urging students to apply for scholarships, but does anyone actually sit down and explain how much money will be necessary or where it will come from? For many students, the answer is no. Making a challenging situation even tougher is the bad economy and rising tuitions at colleges all over the country. What all that boils down to is the fact that students and their parents are going to have a hard time finding enough money for four years of college tuition, books, food, clothes and housing. Then there are the other usual college expenses like a laptop, that metal compass for math class that no one seems to remember how to use, and of course the gallons of coffee and energy drinks students rotate through accordingly. Adds up fast, doesn't it?
Fortunately, the Kern County Library can help. Our answer: the Tuition Funding Sources Internet database. The database is a free service designed to help teens choose a career path and find the money they need to get to college. In addition to college admissions information, a career personality test, and detailed career information, the program includes a searchable database offering more than $41 billion in scholarship awards, five times more than any other scholarship source. The database does require that you register to use the service; however, it is absolutely free and your personal information will never be sold or traded. You will also be asked to complete a personal profile, including information about yourself and your goals for your future. The program will then use the information you provide to find scholarships that match your profile. It is a simple and well-designed database that both parents and teens can use to find solutions for their college funding concerns. Tuition Funding Sources is available to you at home from the Kern County Library's web page, www.kerncountylibrary.org. The library also will offer a free class at the Beale Memorial Library to help you understand and use the database at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12. Please feel free to contact the Kern County Library at 868-0778 at any time should you have questions or need assistance. — Rachel Cox is the new teen librarian at Beale Memorial Library
On Martin Luther King Day, let the kids hang out and play
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hile children will be out of school Monday to honor the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., that’s not the case for many working parents. American Kids Sports Center has a scheduling solution for busy families with its day camps. Offered during school vacation/holiday days when many parents are still working (and starting as early as 7:30 a.m.), the center’s full- and half-day camps at its locations in southwest and northwest Bakersfield involve the many sports and activities unique to the organization. Those include gymnastics, swimming, martial arts, dance, tumbling, cheerleading and trampoline. (Activities may vary depending on location, so call for details). Along with the physical activities, children will have time for arts and crafts. Part of the healthy day involves a snack and lunch, which are available for purchase. A selection will be available to order the morning of the camp. Save on the cost by purchasing a Funpass, which offers a 20 percent discount
Holiday Day Camp When: Monday. Full day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; morning half day, 9 a.m. to noon; afternoon half day, 1 to 4 p.m.; extended day, with early drop-off 7:30 to 9 a.m. or late pick-up 4 to 5:30 p.m. Where: American Kids Sports Center, 3622 Allen Road (589-2100) or 4401 Ride St. (833-3986) Cost: full day, $37 or $30.60 with Funpass; half day, $27 or $21.60 with Funpass; extended hours, $7 for early drop-off or late pickup ($5.60 with Funpass) or $11 for both options. To register: americankidssports.com or 589-2100 or 833-3986
when you pre-pay for 20 days or more for your family. The pass is good for discounts on camps throughout the year, which include Presidents Day and Veterans Day as well as spring break, summer and Christmas vacation. — American Kids Sports Center
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Eye Street GO&DO Today CSUB 60 Plus Club, will have guest speakers Lisa Kimble, Dianne Hardisty and Maureen Buscher-Dang discussing “Crafting a Legacy Statement,” 2 p.m., CSUB, Icardo Room, 9001 Stockdale Highway. Free. 6543211. Mystery & Adventure Book Group, with host Marcia Stephens, 7 p.m., Barnes and Noble, in the cafe, 4001 California Ave. 631-2575.
Friday Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show, 3 and 6 p.m., the theater at Rabobank Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $24.50-$51.50. ticketmaster.com or 800745-3000. Condors vs. Alaska Aces, 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. FLICS International Cinema Society, presents “Everyone Else,” 7:30 p.m., Bakersfield Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $5. flics.org or call 428-0354. Wine Bar Flight, featuring the wines of Charles Smith, 2007 Heart Syrah, 2007 Ovide, 2007 The Boy and more, 4 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. Tastes, $3 to $14. 633-WINE.
Saturday Relay for Life Kick-Off Celebration, 10 a.m. to noon, Bright House Networks Amphitheatre, 11200 Stockdale Highway. 327-7827. Bakersfield Green Thumb Garden Club, meeting with Sam Trivitt discussing “Propagating Roses,” 9:30 a.m., Church of the Brethren, in the social hall, 327 A St. 393-3657. (See story on Page 25.) 2011 2-Day Trout Fishing Derby, 6 a.m. to sunset Saturday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area, Lake Evans, Highway 43, 25 miles southwest of Bakersfield. Regular daily entrance fee plus daily Lake Evans fishing wristband required (below 16, $1; above 16, $6). 868-7000. CSUB Men’s Basketball, vs. Idaho, 7 p.m., Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $5-$25. gorunners.com or 654-BLUE. Condors vs. Ontario Reign, 7 p.m., Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. Prices range from $7 to $25 advance; $8 to $26 day of. Tickets: Rabobank box office, bakersfieldcondors.com or 324-7825. Condors vs. Ontario Reign, 7 p.m., Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. Prices range from $7 to $25 advance; $8 to $26 day of. Tickets: Rabobank box office, bakersfieldcondors.com or 324-7825. Guitar Art Series with CSUB faculty member Roger Allen Cope, with chamber players from Los Angeles, 7:30 p.m., Metro Galleries, 1604 19th St. $12; $8 seniors; $6 students. 654-2511. Gun Show & Sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 S. P St. $9; children 13 and under are free; $3 parking. 805-481-6726. Guitar lessons, beginners, 10 a.m. to noon; intermediate, 2 to 4 p.m., Beale Memorial Library, Tejon Room, 701 Truxtun Ave. Free. 868-0770. Creative Corner Bazaar, featuring handmade items such as fabric art, kitchen
accessories, quilts, children’s items and more, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Villas at Scenic River, 4015 Scenic River Lane. 871-3340 or 619-4153. Kids Discover Music, classically trained musician performs, reads a story and lets the kids learn up close about the music and the instrument, 11 a.m. to noon, Russo’s, 9000 Ming Ave. 665-4686. KV Bike Park BMX Race, national bicycle league, sign-up begins at 1 p.m., race at 2 p.m., KV Bike Park, Kernville. $10 to race. kvbikepark.com or 760-223-6165. Volunteer Work Day, 8 a.m. to noon, Audubon-California’s Kern River Preserve, 18747 Highway 178, Weldon. Bring gloves, wear long sleeves/pants, sturdy shoes/boots, safety glasses if you have them. Reservations, 760-417-1149.
THEATER “Cabaret,” doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; doors open at 12:30 p.m., show at 2 p.m. Sunday, Stars Dinner Theatre, 1931 Chester Ave. $50 to $55; show-only tickets $30. 325-6100. “Touch,” 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. $15 adults; $10 students. 327-PLAY. “Alice,” 8 p.m. Saturday, CSUB, Doré Theatre, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $10 adults; $8 seniors; $5 students. 654-3150. Omnipresent Puppet Theatre, presents “Tale of Two Sisters: An African Cinderella Story,” 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $6. 587-3377. Improv Comedy Show, with Center For Improv Advancement, 8 to 9:30 p.m. Saturdays; with high school students, 8 p.m. Sundays, Ice House, 3401 Chester Ave., Suite M. Adults: $5 on Saturdays, $3 on Sundays; children under 12 are $1 every day. 412-3CIA. Comedy. Major League Improv, improvisational comedy show, appropriate for families, 6 p.m. Saturdays, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. Free but donations are accepted. 327PLAY.
ART “Dine In, Take Out” Exhibit, by Jen Raven, on display now through January, The Foundry (formerly known as The Micro Gallery), 1700 Chester Ave. 301-3283. Exhibits on display, “Space, Silence, Spirit: Maynard Dixon’s West/The Hays Collection,” “Marco Casentini: Grand Junction,” and “Uniquely Yours: Modern Architects in Bakersfield,” now until March 6, Bakersfield Museum of Art, 1930 R St. bmoa.org or 323-7219. Nancy Merrick, featured artist for January, Bakersfield Mazda, 3201 Cattle Drive. 3288000. Aliza McCracken, featured artist through January, Bakersfield Center for Spiritual Living and The Martha Chapman Bookstore, 222 Eureka St., bookstore open: 10 a.m, to 2 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 323-3109, alizamccracken.com. “A Time to Write,” part of the Art for Healing program, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Mercy Art & Spirituality Center, 2215 Truxtun Ave. 324-7070. All Media Class, by instructor Phyllis Oliver, all media welcome, with color theory stressed. pegolivert@ix.netcom.com or 348-4717. Please see PAGE 28
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Art classes, beginning watercolor, beginning drawing, advanced drawing and watercolor painters’ group, taught by Carol Bradshaw. 760-376-6604 or bradshawartist@earthlink.net. Art classes, stained glass, clay sculpture, oil painting, youth art and silver jewelry, Juliana’s Art Studio & Gallery, 501 18th St. For times and dates, call 327-7507. Basic Beading & Wire Wrapping Workshop, with Susi Klassen, private instruction or by appointment, The Bead Hut, 610 18th St. 324-0975 or 706-6490. Beginning Oil Painting, with instructor Glen Jelletich, classes held 1 to 3 p.m. Mondays. 3993707. Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Drawing, by instructor Nina Landgraff, series of five two-hour classes. 304-7002. Framing Clinic, with Toni Lott, for artists who want to frame their work, began April 7, running noon to 4 p.m. Wednesdays. 2053488. Native American Arts Association, meets to learn basketry, beadwork and more, 9 a.m. to noon each Thursday, The Stockdale Moose Lodge, 905 Stine Road. 852-5050. The Art Center, 1817 Eye St., 869-2320; 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. Free art classes, for homeschool children, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. Call to reserve your spot. Moore’s Art Studio, 10205 Hurlingham Drive. 588-7769.
MUSIC Acoustic Kern River Brewing Company, 13415 Sierra Highway, Kernville, 760-376-2337; Mike Fleming & Friends, 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Blues Kern River Blues Society Jam, 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Trout’s, 805 N. Chester Ave. 872-7517.
Classic rock Buck Owens Crystal Palace, 2800 Buck Owens Blvd., 3287560; Token Okies, 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. today. Banacek's Lounge, 4601 State Road, 387-9224; Big Dawgs, 9 p.m. Saturday. Pyrenees Cafe, 601 Sumner, 3230053; Usual Suspects, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday. T-Bones Steakhouse, 8020 District Blvd., 398-1300; The Tony Ernst Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday. Tam O’Shanter, 2345 Alta Vista, 324-6774; Synergy, 9 p.m. Saturday.
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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. Buck Owens Crystal Palace, 2800 Buck Owens Blvd., 3287560; Buddy Alan & the Buckaroos, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Ethel’s Old Corral, 4310 Alfred Harrell Highway, 873-7613; Token Okies, 7 to 11 p.m. Friday; Still Kickin’, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday. Tejon Club, 117 El Tejon Ave., 3921747; Crossroads, 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday.
B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; DJ Wyld One, 9 p.m. today. Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; DJ James, 9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays. Free. Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane, 834-1611; with DJ Chill in the Mixx, 5 p.m. every Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday. Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Beat Surrender, 9:30 p.m. Friday. The Bull Shed Bar & Grill, at Hotel Rosedale, 2400 Camino Del Rio Court, 327-0681; with Meg, 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.
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Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; The People’s Band, 9 p.m. today.
Jerry’s Pizza, 1817 Chester Ave., 633-1000; That That, doors open at 6 p.m. Friday. $5. Tickets at tgptix.com or World Records, Wavelengths, Impact Streetwear, Fatal Impact, Going Underground or 742-6306.
Dancing Joaquin Squares, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Rasmussen Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane. $5. 324-1390, 325-3086 or 399-3658. Folklorico Classes, advance dancers/performing group 6 to 8 p.m. Fridays; and beginners, all ages, 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Fruitvale-Norris Park, 6221 Norris Road. $22 per month for beginners; $25 per month for advance dancers. 833-8790. Mavericks Singles, ballroom and country dancing with music by Crossroads, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Kern City Town Hall, 1003 Pebble Beach Drive. $6 member; $8 guest. 831-9241. Pairs and Spares Dance, 7:30 p.m. each Friday, Rasmussen Senior Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane. $5; $7 nonmembers. 399-3575 or 332-1537. Ballroom Dance Party with The Dancesteppers, with music by Ted E Bear, dance 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Riverview Center, 401 Willow Drive. Free for members; $10 guests. 833-9568 or 3225765. Country Dance, with music provided Jerri Arnold & Stars & Guitars, jam session, all artists welcome, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane. Dance classes, beginning west coast swing, intermediate/advanced west coast swing with instructor Mimi Johanson, at 8214 Mossrock Drive. Call 927-7001 for details. Dance Drill Classes, beginning belly dancing, 8 p.m. every Tuesday; advanced belly dancing, 7 to 9 p.m. every Thursday, Centre Stage Studio, 1710 Chester Ave. $5 drop in fee for beginning belly dancing; $15 for advanced belly dancing. Bring knee pads and yoga mat to advanced class. 3235215. Whirlaways Square Dance Club, with caller Rick Hampton, 7 to 9:30 p.m. every Monday, Veteran’s Hall, 400 W. Norris Road. whirlaways.org or 398-3394.
Jazz Cafe Med, 4809 Stockdale Highway., 834-4433; Richie Perez, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Thursdays. Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave., 633-WINE; live jazz & wine bar featuring Mike Montano, along with 24 wines, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday; Jazz Connection with Mark Meyer and Steve Eisen, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday. Intimate Theatre & Music Hall, 2030 19th St., 323-1976; Ron Christian and his Big Band, 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 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; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. today; beer pong and happy hour all day Sunday. Cataldo’s Pizza, 4200 New Stine Road, 397-5000; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. today. 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. 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; 8:30 p.m. Thursdays. The Wright Place, 2695-G Mount Vernon Ave., 872-8831, 8 p.m. Thursdays. 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). Dee & Jay’s Bar, 908 Brundage Lane, 325-5615; 8 p.m. to midnight Fridays. Julie’s The Branding Iron Saloon, 1807 N. Chester Ave., 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays. Maria Bonita Mexican Restaurant, 10701 Highway 178, 366-3261, 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays. All ages. 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. 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. Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; 8 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays. 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. 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. The Bull Shed Bar & Grill, at Hotel Rosedale, 2400 Camino Del Rio Court, 327-0681; 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 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. B. Ryder's Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; 8 p.m. Tuesday. Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; 8 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays. Pizzeria, 4200 Gosford Road; 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays. Ethel's Old Corral, 4310 Alfred Harrell Highway, 873-7613; 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays.
Latin/salsa Latin Salsa Dancing, 8 p.m. Thursdays, DoubleTree Hotel, Club Odyssey, 3100 Camino Del Rio Court. 323-7111. Camino Real Restaurant, 3500 Truxtun Ave., 852-0493; Son Tropical, 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays. Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; Monte Negro, Velorio, 9 p.m. Friday. $10. Tam O’Shanter, 2345 Alta Vista, 324-6774: Salsa dancing, 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.
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.
Old school Que Pasa Mexican Cafe, 2701 Ming Ave., 832-5011; Al Garcia & the Rhythm Kings, 8 to 11 p.m. Thursdays. Tam O'Shanter, 2345 Alta Vista, 324-6774; Tam O'Shanter Band and DJ Adam Gee, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Le Corusse Rouge, 4647 White Lane, 834-1611; Savor featuring Valerie Rubin, 9 p.m. Saturday. The Bistro After Dark, 5105 California Ave., 323-3905; Old School Saturdays with Noe G, 10 p.m. every Saturday. Ladies free/$10 cover.
Open mic Fishlips, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; Bakotopia Unplugged Open-Mic Night, 8 p.m., signups begin at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays.
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Elevation Lounge, 818 Real Road, 3256864; Elevation 406, 9 p.m. Friday. B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; Tall, Dark and 90, 9 p.m. Saturday. Jerry’s Pizza, 1817 Chester Ave., 633-1000; Let Live, No Bragging Rights, Lions Tigers Bears, doors open 6 p.m. Saturday; Candy, doors open at 6 p.m. Sunday. $10 Saturday. Tickets at tgptix.com or World Records, Wavelengths, Impact Streetwear, Fatal Impact, Going Underground or 742-6306. Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 322-8900; Society’s Child & The Aviators, 9:30 p.m. Saturday.
Ska/reggae B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; Dub Seeds, 9 p.m. Friday. Narducci's Cafe, 622 E. 21 St., 324-2961; Mento Buru, 9 p.m. Saturday. $5.
Songwriters The Prime Cut, 9500 Brimhall Road, 8311413; Chuck Seaton and Billy Russell's Songwriter's Showcase, 7 p.m. Wednesdays.
Top 40 DoubleTree Hotel, Club Odyssey, 3100 Camino Del Rio Court. 323-7111; 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Fridays.
Trivia night Bellvedere Cocktail Lounge, 3090 Brundage Lane, 325-2139; 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 322-8900; Trivia Night with Dave Rezac, 10 p.m. Tuesdays.
Variety Marriott Hotel at the Convention Center, 801 Truxtun Ave., 323-1900: In the Mixx with DJ Noe G., Fridays. 21 and over only. Golden State Mall, 3201 F St., Dance to Joe Loco, 2 to 5 p.m. Sundays.
UPCOMING EVENTS Monday 1/17 Martin Luther King Jr. “A Day of Service, Not a Day Off,” participate in neighborhood cleanup, a "beloved community" march to Martin Luther King Jr. Park, luncheon and program, registration 7 a.m., cleanup begins at 7:30 a.m. 427-3993. Martin Luther King Skate, 1 to 4 p.m., Rollerama West, 7850 Brimhall Road. $6 per skater, rental included. 589-7555. Musical Theatre Workshop, six-week course for ages 6 to 16 to improve acting, singing and dancing, begins Monday, Intimate Theatre & Music Hall, 2030 19th St. $25 per child. 323-1976.
Tuesday 1/18 Boys & Girls Club Mentoring Program Volunteer Orientation, 5 p.m., Boys & Girls Club, Armstrong Youth Center, 801 Niles St. 325-3730. Get Hooked: Crochet for beginners, 5 p.m., Beale Memorial Library, Lake Room, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770. Sierra Club Conditioning Hikes, three to five miles, 7 p.m., meet at corner of Highways 178 and 184. 872-2432 or 873-8107. 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 1/19 CSUB Men’s Basketball, vs. UC Irvine, 7 p.m., Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $5$25. gorunners.com or 654-BLUE. Optimal Hospice New Volunteer Orientation, orientation for those interested in volunteering time to hospice families, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every third Wednesday, 4700 Stockdale Highway, Suite 120. 716-4000. Styx, 8 p.m., Bakersfield Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $39 to $61 plus fee. vallitix.com or 322-5200.
Friday 1/21 “Kitty Kitty Kitty,” 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. $5. 327-PLAY. Lee Brice, 7 p.m., Buck Owens Crystal Palace, 2800 Buck Owens Blvd. $13 to $21 plus fee. vallitix.com or 322-5200. Monster Trucks, 7:30 p.m. Friday; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $17.05 to $28.30. ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000. “Shootout at Ethel’s Old Corral,” followed by the vaudeville revue “Bakersfield! Party City U.S.A.,” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $12 to $23. 587-3377. “The Measure of a Man” Film Premiere, 7 p.m. Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday, Bakersfield Fox Theater, 2001 H St. vallitix.com or 322-5200.
Saturday 1/22 A Very Sporting Event, family and friends of local Kern County sports celebrities share their stories; 2 p.m. Saturday, Beale Library, Arkerlian Children’s Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770. Death and Taxes, see the preview of historical records of Kern County, 11 a.m., Beale Memorial Library, Tejon Room, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770. FLICS International Cinema Society, presents “Exit Through the Gift Shop,” 7:30 p.m., Bakersfield Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $5. flics.org or call 428-0354. Furry Paws & Foggy Nights, presented by the Bakersfield SPCA, dinner, music, silent and live auction, 6 to 10 p.m., The Petroleum Club, 5060 California Ave. $85. Reservations must be made by Friday, Jan. 14, 323-8353, ext. 2. Kern River Valley Hiking Club, trip to Slide Mountain Lookout above Pyramid Lake, leave at 7:30 a.m., from Starbucks Coffee, South: Lowe’s shopping center, northeast on Panama Lane and Highway 99. Bring lunch and 2 quarts of water. Dress appropriately. For directions, visit lakeisabella.net/hiking or 747-5065 or 7783453. Taxes & You, a CSUB Osher Lifelong Learning Institute course for ages 50 and above, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., CSUB, Business Development Center, Room 401C, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $5 members; $10 nonmembers. 654-2427. “The Beatles: All Together Now!,” 8 p.m., Intimate Theatre & Music Hall, 2030 19th St. $10. 323-1976.
Monday 1/24 Social Distortion, with Lucer and Chuck Ragan, doors open 6:30 p.m., Kern County Fairgrounds, Building 2, 1142 P St. $36. timgardeapresents.com.
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