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Index ‘Cheaper to Keep Her’ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Flics opens season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Sickle Cell Awareness Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Arts Alive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Ultimate Bridal Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 The Lowdown with Matt Munoz . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Big Daddy Weave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-29

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Castro joins Blues Fest lineup Taylor, Rogers also out for Saturday’s event at CSUB

BY SUSAN SCAFFIDI Contributing writer

T

ommy Castro, a B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Award-winner, is one of the headliners at the sixth annual BTown Blues Fest this weekend at the CSUB amphitheater. Castro shares the bill with newcomer Joanne Shaw Taylor and veteran slide guitarist Roy Rogers.

Guitarist and vocalist Castro made headlines at the May 31 Blues Foundation awards show, winning in all four categories for which he was nominated, including the Band of the Year, Contemporary Album of the Year for “Hard Believer” and Contemporary Male Artist of the Year.

“You know, I feel like an ‘overnight sensation,’” Castro said.

“It’s only taken me 20 years to get to that point.

“We always try to make good records and put on good shows,” the guitarist said. “It’s nice to know that at this stage of the game we still have something to say and are getting recognized for it.”

The Tommy Castro Band includes Keith Crossan on saxophone, Ronnie Smith on drums, bassist Scot Sutherland, trumpeter Tom Poole and Castro on lead guitar and vocals. Castro described the band’s style as “a combination of blues, rock and soul.”

“We’re inspired by all the great R & B and soul performers, all the Stax (Records) people,” Castro said. “And I do believe the Rolling Stones is the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band of all time.”

Joanne Shaw Taylor, 23, listened to the same performers growing up in the United Kingdom. Taylor was “discovered” by Eurythmics co-founder David A. Stewart, who invited the young musician to tour Europe with him and his group D. U. P. (“Da Universal Playaz”). Taylor said she started playing classical guitar at age 8, but switched to blues after listening to American blues players.

“I didn’t find my home in classical music,” Taylor said. “So much of (blues performers’) playing was defined by their personalities.” “I think I just liked that freedom,” Taylor said.

Taylor’s debut album, “White

More reasons to go to the B-Town Blues Fest • All food and drink proceeds benefit the Bone Marrow Registry at Houchin Blood Bank.

• And speaking of food and drinks: Jake’s Original Tex-Mex Cafe, Coconut Joe’s and Frugatti’s Italian Eatery are providing the “mmm-mmm” Blues Fest dinner. Imbibe is ably handling wine duties. La Rosa Fruit Bars & Ice Cream and Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream will keep music lovers cool and several cold beer options, margaritas, Italian Ice and soft drink choices round out the offerings.

— Pat Evans, owner of World Records at 1824 G St., is the founder of the B-Town Blues Fest

Sugar,” which came out at the end of 2009, earned her several “best debut artist” nominations, including one from the Blues Foundation. Taylor has been praised for performing like a veteran instead of a young newcomer. She has also received praise, and surprise, for not playing “like a girl.”

“There is still a misconception about how a girl or woman should play,” Taylor said. “That somehow they’re not supposed to be as aggressive.”

Roy Rogers is the senior veteran in the line-up. Rogers has been performing since the 1960s with two Grammy Awards and four nominations for producing recordings by long-time collaborator John Lee Hooker. Rogers is nationally recognized as leading slide guitarist with a “down and dirty” sound along with fellow Delta Rhythm Kings Steve Ehrmann on bass and Jim Sanchez on drums.

“It’s not about two guys backing me up,” Rogers said. “It’s about three guys communicating and grooving off each other.”

“The interaction is part of what I’m known for,” Rogers said.

Rogers is also known for his work with Hooker, pianist Allan Toussaint and The Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek, who joined Rogers for a rare concert in Bakersfield in March. Rogers said he has just finished recording another album with Manzarek, and hopes to release it by the end of the year.

“The record business is so con-

PHOTO COURTESY OF JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR

Joanne Shaw Taylor started playing classical guitar at age 8, but switched to blues after listening to American blues players.

PHOTO COURTESY OF PAT JOHNSON

Roy Rogers has been performing since the 1960s with two Grammy Awards and four nominations for producing recordings by long-time collaborator John Lee Hooker.

founded it’s tough to tell,” Rogers said.

Concert producer Pat Evans said the lineup is the kind of mix he always strives for.

“We like diversity in the type of people who play, the type of music they play, the format of the bands,” Evans said.

PHOTO COURTESY OF JOHNNY ACE

Guitarist and vocalist Tommy Castro made headlines at the May 31 Blues Foundation awards show, winning in all four categories for which he was nominated.

B-Town Blues Fest When: 5 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday Where: CSUB Amphitheater, 9001 Stockdale Highway Tickets: $40/seat reserved tables; $30 adults lawn seating; $20 students, military and seniors; free 17 and under. Information at World Records, 831-3100, or www.ShopWorldRecords.com.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF I'M READY PRODUCTIONS

Morgan (Vivica A. Fox) is caught between new flame Eddie (Christian Keyes), left, and the enduring love of Raymond, her former husband (Brian McKnight) in a scene from “Cheaper to Keep Her,” coming Tuesday to the Rabobank Theater.

Vivica A. Fox headlines romantic-comedy play

BY STEFANI DIAS Californian assistant lifestyles editor sdias@bakersfield.com

W

hile the end of a marriage is usually a cause for tears, playwright Ja’Caryous Johnson is playing it for laughs in “Cheaper to Keep Her,” coming to town Tuesday.

“Cheaper” stars film and television actress Vivica A. Fox as Morgan Mays, the wife who gets it all when she and husband Raymond, played by R&B singer Brian McKnight, call it quits. To stop paying alimony, Raymond schemes for her to remarry. But when his plan seems to take off, he has second thoughts about who should be with his ex. Comedians Jonathan Slocumb and Gary “G-Thang” Johnson keep things from getting too serious in supporting roles as Raymond’s brother-in-law and best friend, respectively.

The comedy stage play is the 12th for Johnson, an NAACP Award-winning writer and director. The show’s “grass is greener” premise, which Johnson said is all too often played out in the headlines with big-time athletes and entertainers, was inspired by the real-life story of his script collaborator, Renee Rivon. Johnson said the works for his company, I’m Ready Productions, are inspired by everyday events and rooted in biblical principles.

“Life’s experiences give me inspiration,

Je’Caryous Johnson’s ‘Cheaper to Keep Her’ When: 8 p.m. Tuesday Where: Rabobank Theater, 1001 Truxtun Ave. Admission: $31 to $36, plus fee. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000

as do the fans and their feedback on the message board,” he said.

It’s that feedback that landed Bakersfield a spot on the tour. Crediting tour requests on the message board and via the www.imreadyproductions.com website, Johnson said, “The people from Bakersfield have spoken and now we are coming!” This will be the third stop for the touring show — which kicks off Saturday in Las Vegas — and the first time an I’m Ready production has come to town.

According to Johnson, anticipation is high for this performance, Fox, who is coproducing the show as well as starring in it, “is very involved and passionate about this production,” Johnson said. “She works soooo hard to please the people.

We are alike in that way ... we are both perfectionists!

“We’re looking forward to meeting the people and giving them a great show!”

And based on the response they get Tuesday, it may not be the last. Johnson said, “As long as Bakersfield shows us love, we

will forever be loyal to them. We’ll be back again and again.”

So what should viewers expect?

Promising that you’ve never seen anything like it, Johnson said, “It is the show not to miss! I guarantee you will laugh, you will love it, and you will begin to enjoy and see life differently!”

Although the show has a serious message, it gets that across using humor, which, according to Johnson, is a necessity to reel in audiences.

“Laughter is the opposite of stress! People come to escape ... I even get to escape when writing it,” he said.

The playwright said that although art often imitates life, which can be negative, he instead attempts “to change life through art,” which he sees as “a rehearsal for change.”

Along with being entertained by the production, Johnson hopes viewers take away a hopeful message about that ability to change. Despite life’s difficulties, “there is something greater in you than what you are going through.” Most importantly, he said, you should “laugh at life and don’t let life laugh at you!”

The busy writer-director is having the last laugh in terms of productivity. Along with the current tour, Johnson is getting ready to start preproduction for the film version of “Cheaper,” as well as two new sitcoms — “More to Love” and “Help! I’m a Black Woman Trying to Date!”

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‘Tattoo’ sensation opens FLICS 29th season packed with acclaimed films

2010-11 FLICS season

BY JENNIFER SELF Californian lifestyles editor jself@bakersfield.com

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ummer can be hard on serious movie lovers (case in point: “Resident Evil: Afterlife” is No. 1 at the box office this week. Sigh.) But the kids — and their movie-going dollars — are back in school, leaving the theaters free for the awards-bait films grownups love. And there’s no better place to get reacquainted with the silver screen than the Fox Theater on Friday, when FLICS International Cinema Society screens “Girl With the Dragon Tattoo,” the first selection of its 29th season.

“People have been awfully generous with their praise and we’re really flattered by the support that people have given us,” said FLICS president Phil Neufeld.

“The neatest thing is when people walk in the door the first night and say, ‘I’ve been waiting all summer for this.’ That’s very gratifying.”

The series kicks off appropriately with perhaps the most talked-about film among this year’s crop. “Dragon” features literary sensation Lisbeth Salander, the heroine of a series of books penned by the late Swedish author Stieg Larsson. It was only a matter of time before the bestselling mystery novels were converted to the big screen, and, in the case of “Dragon,” it will happen twice: there’s the Swedish version, which FLICS will screen, and an American interpretation still to be filmed.

Other acclaimed titles on the schedule include “Winter’s Bone,” the story of a girl’s search for her father amid the grinding poverty of the Ozarks; “The Last Station,” about Russian writer Leo Tolstoy, which earned Oscar nominations last year for Helen Mirren and Christopher Plummer; and “Babies,” a sensation among the stroller crowd.

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Noomi Rapace, right, plays the title character in “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.”

GO & DO What: Opening reception and screening of “Girl With the Dragon Tattoo,” presented by FLICS When: Reception, with cake and punch, at 6:30 p.m.

Friday; movie at 7:30 Where: Fox Theater, 2001 H St. Admission: $5; $50 for a season pass Information: 428-0354 or flics.org

“(‘Babies’) has been a huge hit wherever it’s played. We’re not expecting this phenomenon to happen because it’s at 7:30. But it’s a tremendous film being showered with praise.”

Another standout is “Sin Nombre,” which screens Sept. 24.

“It’s about people immigrating to America, the United States, from South America and Mexico,” Neufeld said. “It’s a very good, a

very sensitive portrayal. I think it’s really going to show the other side (of the immigration issue.)”

When selecting the 17 films for the 2010-11 season, the FLICS board missed out on a couple of titles that had yet to attract a U.S. distributor, including “Cargo,” a 2009 Swiss film that Neufeld compared to the sci-fi classic “Alien.”

But overall, he couldn’t be happier with this year’s list.

“A lot of the films we show don’t become available to the non-theatrical market until we get ahold of them,” Neufeld said. “We’re supported by that niche who like to see a movie in a dark theater with other people. It’s that shared experience that people enjoy.”

That communal love of arthouse fare has maintained a loyal base of about 200 season ticketholders, Neufeld said. The number is down a bit this year, he said, citing delays in circulating the flier and updating the website (flics.org). He also said many

In Eye Street Friday Check out a review of “Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” and other movie news.

folks hang back until the opening-night reception. Tickets are still $5 per movie or $50 for a season pass, and the number of films, 17, is the same.

In fact, the last big change Neufeld can remember came a few years ago when FLICS switched from 35-millimeter films to DVD in order to save money on shipping the reels, which came in two suitcase-like containers that weighed about 70 pounds. He notes that some might quibble with the difference in the picture, but Neufeld finds the quality of the two formats comparable.

“Our first DVD was the film ‘Girl With a Pearl Earring.’ That was a free June show,” Neufeld said. “We wanted to try with the

All films start at 7:30 p.m.

Note: Look closely at the dates — most films are on Fridays, but three fall on Saturdays this year.

Sept. 17: “Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” Sept. 24: “Sin Nombre” Oct. 5: “Babies” Oct. 22: “Afghan Star” Nov. 5: “Seraphine” Nov. 20: “Ajami” Dec. 4: “Mid-August Lunch” Jan. 7: “Micmacs” Jan. 14: “Everyone Else” Jan. 22: “Exit Through the Gift Shop” Feb. 4: “Winter’s Bone” Feb. 18: “The Square” March 4: “Terribly Happy” March 18: “The Prophet” April 1: “The White Ribbon” April 15: “Mother” April 29: “The Last Station”

greatest challenge we could find.

Every frame of that was like a Dutch master’s painting, just gorgeous. We figured if it doesn’t do it well, we’ll see it in this film and if we ask people to come for free and it doesn’t do well, they can’t ask for their money back.”

FLICS usually pays a base rate of about $500 per film or a percentage of the gate, whichever is greater, and the nonprofit donates any surplus from ticket sales at the end of the season.

Last year, the group gave $5,000 to the Fox Theater Foundation.

In addition, FLICS gave awards of $2,500 each to the Kern County Library and the Walter Stiern Library at Cal State Bakersfield.

The film group also made a donation to Temple Beth El in memory of longtime FLICS treasurer David Kosakowski, who died last year.

The opening-night festivities start at 6:30 p.m. Friday, with cake and punch. “Dragon” starts at 7:30.

‘Nighttime Show’ is localized talk with sketchy twists

BY ROBIN JONES Contributing writer

What if you took the flair of a talk show and gave it a local twist?

You would get “The Nighttime Show” with Michael Armendariz!

Now in its second month, the Saturday night show at The Empty Space puts a twist on the typical setup of a late-night talk show, featuring sketch-comedy and

music.

What makes the show unique is that the guests come from local stage, radio, comedy and more.

Last month, guests included KRAB on-air personality Danny Spanks, actor and playwright James Kopp, band One Will Burn and comedians Dane Forst, Adam McCabe and Brian Ross.

This Saturday’s guest lineup

includes Jesse Arenas from local comedy group R.A.T., as well as local movie expert Stephanie Moore.

Veteran local actor Jason Monroe, who was also a guest for the premiere show, returns this month as Armendariz’s sidekick.

Like his guests, Armendariz has quite a background in the arts. He started off in theater in high

school, later venturing into comedy. He is a founding member of The Blacklist, a local sketch and improv group that has been performing for 10 years. With The Blacklist, and on his own, Armendariz has gotten into radio, first hosting programs on 106.1 KRAB and now recording a Blacklist podcast available on iTunes.

— Robin Jones is a DJ at KRAB.

‘The Nighttime Show’ with Michael Armendariz When: 11 p.m. Saturday Where: The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. Admission: $5 Information: 327-PLAY or esonline.org

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From pain comes purpose for family

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ina Patel lost her battle with sickle cell disease, but her family has not given up the fight.

Bhavana and Sanjay Patel, Hina’s parents, are forming a support group in their daughter’s honor and holding a Sickle Cell Awareness Fair on Saturday in the parking lot in front of their pharmacy, Hina’s Homecare and Compounding Pharmacy, 9508 Stockdale Highway.

The daylong event, which will begin at 10:30 a.m. with registration and a run/walk, is intended to bring awareness to the prevention and treatment of sickle cell disease, a genetic blood disorder that is characterized by abnormal blood cells that are rigid and sickle shaped. The “sickling” decreases the cells’ flexibility, resulting in many chronic, painful complications and even death.

The Patels estimate about 250 people in Kern County have sickle cell disease. They hope to alert “at-risk” people to the need to receive genetic counseling before they conceive a child. People who can trace their ancestry to Asia, Africa, South America and Mediterranean countries are at risk for carrying genes that allow sickle cell disease to be passed to their children.

And while couples may not realize they are vulnerable, families and health care providers also may not recognize the symptoms, resulting in treatment delays and increased pain for victims.

Creation of an awareness campaign and network of support was Hina’s dream. It was the project that earned Hina the Girl Scout’s coveted “Gold Award” when she was a Stockdale High School student. Her family is committed to making Hina’s dream come true. The 20-year-old died on May 5 after developing complications from a bone marrow transplant performed in hopes of curing her disease.

Just three months earlier, Hina was the keynote speaker during Houchin Community Blood Bank’s recognition dinner in Bakersfield for blood platelet donors.

“Sometimes I ask, ‘Why me?’ But I know everyone faces bumps in the road,” Hina told donors that night. “I try to keep positive mentally and have hope. I have faith in God. ... Finding my match for platelets is difficult.

Houchin has been able to do that.”

Hina received more than 80 units of platelets from Houchin donors during her years-long struggle with sickle cell disease and in the aftermath of the unsuccessful bone marrow transplant.

As her condition deteriorated and she was confined to an isolation room

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Bhavana Patel, left, is seen with daughter, Hina, earlier this year at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. Bhavana and Sanjay Patel, Hina’s parents, are forming a support group in their daughter’s honor and holding a Sickle Cell Awareness Fair on Saturday in the parking lot in front of their pharmacy.

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at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, just weeks before her death, Hina agreed to an interview to talk about her disease, her struggle and the need for better services. Hina was later transferred to the hospital at UCLA, where she died.

More than 600 people attended Hina’s services at Hillcrest Memorial Park. They included her high school, Bakersfield College and Girl Scout friends, as well as the many people she touched and inspired. Accepted into the University of Pacific’s pharmacy program, she hoped her condition would improve to allow her to attend.

Although both Hina’s parents are pharmacists, with extensive knowledge of medicine, Sanjay and Bhavana Patel were stunned when a routine blood test revealed their baby was born with sickle cell disease.

“At first we were in denial,” Bhavana said, explaining that Hina appeared and behaved as a healthy, normal baby. But as Hina approached her first birthday, she had her first “pain crisis.”

Her feet and hands swelled up. “It was very painful. All she did was cry. Then we knew it was real.”

As the years passed and Hina’s condition worsened, Sanjay and Bhavana began investigating the option of a bone marrow transplant, which was performed in 2008.

Despite her struggles, Hina did well in school. New medicines provided periods when her pain was controlled and she could join in activities with classmates. As a teenager, she excelled in her classes. But medical complications in her senior year required her to finish her studies at home.

Improving the quality of care and support for people with sickle cell disease was Hina’s reason for wanting to become a pharmacist, her mother said.

Hina’s dream was to help the hundreds of people in Bakersfield who are suffering in silence.

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Play probes life in ‘Bordertown’ Exhibit geared toward the visually impaired

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nly eight actors make up the cast of “Bordertown,” currently showing at Bakersfield Community Theatre, but each plays multiple roles.

And some of those roles are pretty unusual, such as one played

by Tomeka Powell, who appears as Shamu, a performer at San Diego’s Sea World. Costumed as a whale, Powell is interviewed by a therapist, portrayed by Mike Bedard.

Peculiar as that may sound, “Bordertown” deals with real-life events that have occurred in the San Diego-Tijuana region in the past several decades. I lived in San Diego from 1989 to 2001 and most of the events dramatized strike a troubled chord for me.

“It is serious — all types of issues. But it will make you laugh, it will make you cry and it will make you think,” says Kim Whitney, one of the show’s producers.

A trio of writers known as Culture Clash based the drama on more than 100 interviews.

It is made up of a series of vignettes, or monologues, reflecting the views of a broad range of individuals from both sides of the border — including right-wing talk-show host and former San Diego Mayor Roger Hedgecock; Sheriff Bill Kollender; Mexican, Filipino and Ugandan immigrants; a Vietnam veteran; a high school counselor; a border guard; punk rockers; homeless children; transvestites; factory workers; and a resident of the upperclass conclave of La Jolla.

“They all show aspects of

GO & DO ‘Bordertown’ When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Where: Bakersfield Community Theatre, 2400 S. Chester Ave. Admission: $15; $12, students and seniors Information: 831-8114 Note: Recommended for mature audiences

Cherice Hatton exhibit — opening reception When: 6 to 8 p.m. today Where: Mazda Art Gallery, 3201 Cattle Drive Admission: Free Information: 869-2320

Roberta Jean Owen exhibit When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. today to Saturday Where: Art Center, 1817 Eye St. Admission: Free Information: 869-2320

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the different human ingredients in the soup that makes the border area,” says Jan Hefner, who plays four different characters. “They’re all trying to make some sense of their lives in the best way they know how.”

Others in the cast are Araceli Aguilar, who also co-directed the

Camille Gavin’s “Arts Alive!” column appears on Thursday. Write to her via e-mail at gavinarts@aol.com

show with Karina Gutierrez, Gabby Alonzo, Paola Fernandez, David Gamino and Roger Garcia.

Final performances of “Bordertown” are at 8 p.m. Sept. 24 and 25.

Cherice Hatton reception Just as animals blend into their natural environment, artist Cherice Hatton employs a similar effect by partially screening the creatures from view — at least at first glance. For example, in her “Tule Elk” painting, all I saw at first was an angry swath of clouds sweeping over a low mountain range. Only after I examined it more closely did I see the band of elegant animals quietly grazing in the foreground.

A reception honoring the artist will be held this evening at Bakersfield Mazda. By arrangement with the owner, the Bakersfield Art Association uses the perimeter of the auto dealer’s showroom to feature work by local artists. Hatton’s show can be seen during business hours through Nov. 30.

Roberta Jean Owen Freshness is the first thing that comes to mind when I see paintings done by Roberta Jean Owen, who lives in the Frazier Park area.

A large exhibit — about two dozen pieces — of her work can be seen at the Bakersfield Art Association’s Art Center though Sept. 30.

Many of the landscapes in her current show are forest scenes.

Others are of Lake Castaic and at least one is a street scene of Newhall.

Owen works with oils and acrylics, with bold strokes in strong color. Now in her late 70s, she has studied at Chouinard School of Art, Otis Art Institute and Pasadena School of Fine Arts. She also has done commissions for the Kern County Library, most notably those at the Arvin Branch Library.

Touchable art exhibit An event with the intriguing title “Please Touch the Art” is intended to help people with limited vision to enjoy art of various kinds. It takes place Friday evening at the Center for the Blind and Visually

PHOTO COURTESY OF CHERICE HATTON

“Tule Elk” by Cherice Hatton.

Impaired. Bakersfield artist Mike Barker is one of those whose work will be exhibited. One 4-by-4-foot painting he created with textured resin on foamboard features an arc of tiny tent-like structures made from aluminum.

“You can feel them with your

fingers,” Barker said. “It’s almost like reading Braille.”

Retired Bakersfield College professor Chuck Wall, an author and lecturer, will be the guest speaker.

The reception is co-sponsored by the Lions Club and Arts Council of Kern.

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Tie the knot without breaking the bank

Beloved Brahms opus opens series

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Beethoven work also slated for first show of Dukes season

here’s nothing more unromantic than the economy nowadays.

People are between jobs, struggling to make house payments and just hoping to get out of this “recovery” alive.

So planning a wedding couldn’t come at a worse time, right?

Yes and no. It’s true times are tough, but planning and savvy comparison shopping can whittle the bill.

The Ultimate Bridal Event on Sunday will give brides, grooms and their families an opportunity to meet with more than 100 wedding-related professionals, including photographers, florists, wedding planners and caterers. Co-sponsored by The Bakersfield Californian, the event will run from noon to 4 p.m. at the Rabobank Convention Center.

Wedding planners stress one thing above all else to couples: Be honest about your budget to ensure expectations will be met and to set priorities.

BY MARGIE BELL Contributing writer

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Cupcakes vs. cake Consider a couple of cost-cutting strategies by baker Anamie Mahanke.

“The hot thing now is cupcakes,” said Mahanke of Anamie's Sweets in Bakersfield. “Cupcakes are cheaper than pricing a cake per slice. Cupcakes also are less threatening for guests to take one or two.

“I have a wedding coming up in November,” said Mahanke, who will be at Sunday’s event. “They will have 400 guests. The bride wants a big grand cake. So I will be using Styrofoam. It is a five-layer, partially dummy cake, with fondant icing. The top tier will be the actual cake that the bride and groom can cut. It will only cost $200. If the bride had done a full cake, the cost would be over $1,000.

The guests will be served cupcakes, which are priced separately.”

Save on dress, not style Another vendor, Jenny Barker, owner of Little White Dress in Bakersfield, estimates the average local cost of a wedding dress is about $2,000. But there are ways to save.

“Each season, we have a trunk show for designers,” she said. “For one week, the companies send their sales rep to our store with their entire collection.

Girls get a discount on their dress, plus other extras. They can also save money when we have our sample sales. The dresses aren't old. We just need to make room for more dresses coming in for the next season.”

Value meals Alex and Elizabeth Ruiz own La Mina Cantina at Oswell and Auburn and do a lot of catering for weddings. Alex Ruiz had a couple of tips for brides on a budget.

Ask the caterer if an economy package is available. Also, the caterer can suggest food that is easier to prepare

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Diane Nammavong of Enchanted Bridal stands with the store’s display of dresses at the Ultimate Bridal Event in 2009.

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and transport, which helps keep the cost down.

In Ruiz's case, he recommends the chile verde. Ranging from $5.95 to $6.95 per plate, the chile verde is $2 less per plate than fajitas. “It's easy to make and transport, unlike fajitas where the veggies can wilt and discolor. Keeping vegetables fresh is more time and labor intensive so it increases the cost.”

Ruiz also notes most caterers charge extra for plates, utensils and napkins, although he includes them in his pricing. He recommends the bride either purchase on her own, or negotiate with the caterer before closing the deal.

“The bride has more leverage if they wait until after they have been given the price per plate. Frequently, the vendor will be willing to throw in certain extras just to finalize the deal.”

Setting the table Todd & Denette Westbrook own Details Party Rentals in Rosedale. They suggest brides plan their wedding at

least one year in advance because it allows time to save.

“They also need to keep an open mind,” notes Denette Westbrook. A bride may envision satin linen to the floor. That look can be achieved on a budget by using poly linen to the floor with a satin overlay. The cost savings is a substantial $10 per table.

To register Brides should go to www.ultimatebridalevent.com to register online for the event and prizes. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 bride (when purchased online), and $15 bride and groom. Tickets also will be sold at the door. The website includes tips for how brides and grooms can maximize their attendance at the event.

A fashion show featuring the latest in wedding fashions will begin at 3 p.m. and be followed by drawings for prizes presented by event vendors. The grand prize will be a $10,000 “wedding trunk,” which is packed with gifts from vendors.

Every bride attending the event will receive a gift bag, with the first 200 brides to walk through the door receiving a “special” gift bag.

Ann McCright and Maureen Buscher-Dang contributed information for this article.

McCright, of the McCright Agency, is the organizer of the Ultimate Bridal Event, and Buscher-Dang is a Bakersfield public relations professional.

n Afternoon of Chamber Music” on Sunday will feature Beethoven’s “Clarinet Trio in B-flat Major, Opus 11” in the first concert of this season’s Fred and Beverly Dukes Memorial Concert Series at First Congregational Church/UCC, 5 Real Road. This is the fifth season of the Dukes Sunday afternoon concerts, which are free and open to the public in the church sanctuary.

The Beethoven clarinet trio is a rarely performed early work, according to pianist Elizabeth Cervantes. Playing in the trio will be Cervantes, clarinetist Mary Moore and cellist Karen Blockley.

The popular Brahms’ “Horn Trio in E-flat Major, Opus 40” is the second piece for piano, horn and violin.

“This is one of the most loved pieces in the chamber music repertoire,” Cervantes said. “It is almost like a symphony for chamber music with a variety of moods from depression to the pinnacle of excitement.”

The trio includes Elisha Wilson on horn and Matt Mazzei on violin.

Cervantes, who grew up in London and has played piano most of her life, teaches piano locally and teaches part time at Bakersfield College. Currently she is completing her master’s degree in piano performance at Fresno State University.

On Nov. 21 the series will feature classical guitarist Roger Allen Cope, who recently joined the CSUB music faculty as instructor of guitar and the Guitar Ensemble in partnership with composer and jazz guitarist Jim Scully.

From 1999 to 2008, Cope was a member of the Brevard Affiliate Artist Faculty in North Carolina.

He has an extensive background in performance and recording.

Cellist Dr. Deiter Wulfhorst and violinist Dr. Susan Doering are returning on Jan. 30 to the Dukes series after their Bakersfield debut last September. Both teach music a Fresno State University and teach and perform regularly at many venues in the U.S. and elsewhere.

A group from the Bakersfield Winds will be in concert Feb. 13, followed by the Musica da Camera Trio with retired CSUB music professor Dr. Gordon Mehling on violin, University of Houston pianist Dr. Rachel Chao on piano and Martinez, Calif., teacher Judy Rummelsburg McCall on cello on March 6.

Longtime local educators Fred and Beverly Dukes left an endowment to the church to provide an annual concert series as a gift to the community. The series is co-sponsored by Valley Public Radio KVPR/KPRX (FM 89.1).

‘An Afternoon of Chamber Music’ When: 4 p.m. Sunday Where: First Congregational Church, 5 Real Road Admission: Free Information: 327-1609

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Dad’s music passion guided me Father honored with naming of park

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t’s not every day a park is named after your father. But then, not every father was like Arturo Munoz. He had more titles than I can remember in his many years of public service in McFarland: city councilman, school board member, police commissioner, coach — but to me he was Dad. And so on the occasion of the dedication of the park Saturday — an honor that makes my family so proud (but probably would have embarrassed my modest father) — I find myself thinking about yet another passion Dad pursued and passed on to me, his youngest son: music. From his collection of romantic Latin trio records from Mexico to the Duke Ellington and Willie Bobo classics, Dad played music to fit the moment. If friends were over, it might switch from mariachi with Javier Solis, to big band with Glenn Miller, a little Sinatra, or El Chicano. He had eclectic musical tastes, and it influenced me big time.

He had the gift of sharing a story directly related to a song while it was playing. If a tune by jazz clarinetist Benny Goodman came on, he would tell me about taking my mother to see him perform live at the Hollywood Palladium for their honeymoon. Then there’s the story about zoot suit-wearing pachucos at local dances who loved the song, “Rum & CocaCola,” like it was an alarm to start trouble.

Being the youngest of seven children, I could

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sit and listen to him talk for hours.

I’d ask him about traveling to the U.S. alone as a young man from Mexico, working to find his American dream as a new citizen. He began in Texas, and moved on to Chicago, working in various agricultural labor camps, then made ends meet as a cook for the U.S. War Administration. I admired his bravery and work ethic.

Like generations of other locals, my father settled in the Central Valley still holding onto the dream. He missed his family back home in Mexico, especially his mother, Carolina. But this was his new home and he was determined to stay. Around the time of his arrival in Delano in 1946, he joined area Latin band Son Guajiro, as a vocalist. Resembling members of the Desi Arnaz’ “I Love Lucy” orchestra with flashy “mambo king” style outfits, he described the group as quite popular. With shirts like that, how could they not be?

Only one photo from his days as a musician survived over the years, and it’s one of my most cherished items. Just looking at the image, you can hear the tropical sounds of the bongos, claves, guiro and maracas keeping time with the guitarist. Standing behind is the horn section, blending together sweet melodies for the neighborhood. Yes, there’s a

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Son Guajiro performs in Delano in 1946. Arturo Munoz is seated second from right.

story attached to the music-making photo too.

One evening my father was asked to sing the birthday song “Las Mananitas,” for a band member’s friend — without knowing she would be his future wife, my mother, Socorro.

My parents married after a year of dating and started a family in McFarland in 1946. Planting their roots firmly on their block and building a new home for all the children on the way, there was no place they’d rather be together.

From that point on, my father’s commitment to family and community involvement was off and running. Landing a job at the Perelli-Minetti winery in Delano, he also worked as a foreman and was a key member of the local Wine & Allied workers union,

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.

Arturo J. Munoz Memorial Park dedication When: 2 p.m. Saturday Where: Ebell and Woodruff streets, McFarland

helping to negotiate contracts with the UFW and Cesar Chavez.

He retired after 40 years.

Even with a full house and work schedule, he made time to run for public office, becoming the first Hispanic city councilman and police commissioner for the city of McFarland in 1974. Later, he was a McFarland Unified School District board member, secretary and treasurer for the Municipal Water Company, member of the Lions Club, St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Kern Cemetery District Board, among others. He also loved athletics, and was an active youth sports coach for McFarland

Parks & Recreation.

I remember waiting for my father to get home, still in his work uniform, planning baseball practice.

“Hello, Mr. Munoz,” my teammates and friends would always greet him respectfully.

There simply isn’t enough space for me to condense my father’s amazing life into one column. He passed away in November 2008, and is missed every day. Fortunately, he left us a legacy of love and education, teaching us that there’s a big world out there and life is what you make of it.

When the city of McFarland notified my mother they would be naming a new memorial park in Dad’s honor earlier this year, it brought my family a lot of joy. My father was a simple man who didn’t look for the spotlight. He truly loved to serve, and we’re honored that his contributions to the community are being recognized.

Congratulations, Dad!

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Can you spare a miracle?

Donors chip in to save event after auction items stolen

BY MIRANDA WHITWORTH Contributing writer

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hen Christine Deeths’ toddler was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, she knew the road ahead would not be easy. She also knew it was time to take action.

“I needed to do something real, something that made an impact and something that made a difference.”

Deeths is the driving force behind Moonlight and Miracles, a fundraiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Scheduled for Friday at the Kern County Museum, Moonlight and Miracles offers a chance to wine and dine under the stars while raising money for research and programs to help in the fight against the disease.

Cystic fibrosis is an inherited, chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive systems of roughly 30,000 children and adults in the United States, according to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. In the 1950s, few children diagnosed with cystic fibrosis would live to attend elementary school, but with the help of fundraisers and the efforts of people like

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Deeths, many patients now live with the disease into their 30s, 40s and beyond.

The road to this year's Moonlight and Miracles has not been an easy one for Deeths. In addition to organizing the event and rounding up items for the silent auction, Deeths maintains a heavy schedule of medical visits and breathing treatments for her little girl, now 4 years old. To make matters worse, thieves broke into Deeths' home and took not only the family’s belongings but all of the auction pieces as well.

“Memorial Hospital really stepped forward and made a donation that

was enough to cover all of the auction items that were stolen, and the community has donated quite a bit as well,” Deeths said.

In addition to participating in the silent auction, attendees will dine on food and beer provided by BJ's Brewhouse, a national sponsor of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Wine will be available thanks to a generous donation from the California Winemasters, which also will provide each attendee with a glass. Country music star Tammy Cochran is flying in from Nashville specifically to perform at the event.

“She is best known for a song called ‘Angels in Waiting,’” Deeths said. “It's a song she wrote for her two brothers, who died of cystic fibrosis.”

This is the third year that Deeths, a Bakersfield doctor, has coordinated the event. She says that while fundraising is the primary goal, she believes education is just as important.

“I like doing this event because it lets people know that cancer is not the only pediatric disease. There are other really bad diseases out that children have and live with. My daughter may have cystic fibrosis, but she is still just a little girl that does all of the things that little girls do.”

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t’s history on wheels as the 31st annual Fun in the Sun Car Show rolls into the Kern County Museum on Sunday. Car enthusiasts will have the chance to take in the sights and sounds of more than 180 pre-1959 vehicles.

Sponsored by Vintage LTD Street Rods of Bakersfield, the event has been held at the Kern County Museum for nine years, and Vintage LTD Vice President Fun in the Sun Car Show Patty Langston said What: Fun in the Sun Car Show the venue is the perWhen: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday fect fit. “These shows are really all about Where: Kern County Museum, history when it 3801 Chester Ave. comes to the cars,” Registration: $35 day of the Langston said. “We event (includes two adult and also donate a portwo child meal tickets) tion of the proceeds Admission: Adults, $10; ages 13 back to the museum, to 17, $9; 6 to 12, $8; ages 3 to so they can continue 6, $7; kids under 3 Free. on.”

While many of the cars on display this weekend are from here in Bakersfield, Langston said if street rod owners are proud of their ride, they will travel to show it off: “We have cars coming from as far away as Simi Valley, the Redding area and really all over California.”

Langston and her husband, Skip, have been part of the Bakersfield classic car scene for more than a decade and she said showing off is only half the fun.

“We have been doing this for about 14 years. We have a Chevy coupe we like to show. Being part of this car club is a great way to get out and socialize with people.”

Registration the day of the event is $35 and includes two adult and two child meal tickets good for a barbecue lunch provided by Vintage LTD. The barbecue is available for those showing their vehicles but spectators don’t have to worry about going hungry or home empty-handed.

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Claude Holt walks down a long row of vintage automobiles during the annual Fun the the Sun Car Show in 2007 at the Kern County Museum.

“Vendors will be on sight with hot dogs, kettle corn and Italian ice. The Kern Adult Literacy Program will also be on site selling books to help raise funds for their programs too,” said Langston.

Three trophies will be awarded during the car show. A People’s Choice trophy will be awarded to the fan favorite with the winner determined by votes.

Vintage LTD members will be awarding a Club Choice trophy and, as a special thanks to the Kern County Museum for all of its help, staffers will be able to grant a Museum Trophy.

You don’t have to show a car to be a winner: Raffle tickets are available for purchase, with prizes including a 37-inch TV and tile water fountain.

A 50/50 raffle will also take place with proceeds benefiting the Kern County Museum.

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f you’ve turned on any Christian radio station in the last five years, chances are Aaron Shust’s debut song “My Savior, My God” is the anthem you’ve heard playing when the station name is introduced. And if you wait a few minutes, you’ll no doubt hear Big Daddy Weave’s hit “Every Time I Breathe.”

If the radio versions of both just aren’t cutting it anymore, both acts will be coming to Jesus Shack’s outdoor pavilion on Friday on their Hope Restored Tour, along with opening artist Andy Kirk.

Nonprofit group One Verse played matchmaker for the acts by inviting them to be part of a tour that will spread awareness of One Verse’s mission while providing concertgoers with a night of worship music.

One Verse is a group dedicated to funding translations of the Bible into all languages. This particular tour will focus on translating the Bible into Ndamba, a native language of east Africa.

Mike Weaver, lead singer of Big Daddy Weave, says the name of the tour has been significant in a personal way for all of the artists on tour.

“You know it was originally something that the folks who were helping create the tour come up with, but we found really quickly … we couldn’t have come up with anything more perfect for us, just with the state of the economy and the world and all the things we deal with in society. (The tour) is really aptly named.

“It’s so easy when you watch the news, you can easily find yourself losing hope and find yourself in this dark place, and it seems like how are you going to pull out of this? But as believers we want to remind people our hope’s not in the systems of the world anyway … we’ve got to hope that it’s beyond that.”

Weaver and his band and Shust, as part of MercyMe, have both performed in Bakersfield before.

“It was definitely a warm reception,” Shust said. He added with a laugh, “And this will sound bad, but I don’t remember much about (what went on) during the show, but you always remember every detail of the worst show you play.”

When asked for his thoughts on the city, Weaver said: “It’s the center of Bolthouse! Oh my gosh, we are big Bolthouse fans. The mango lemonade is unreal. And I like the Blue Goodness.” (Any guy who can dedicate the first five minutes of an interview to Bolthouse-related topics is a guy who can truly appreciate Bakersfield.)

Of the concert the band performed, he said: “We played at Jesus Shack, man! We came by and we loved that lit-

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tle place. They said don’t breathe while you’re in Bakersfield, but other than that it was great” he joked.

Shust and Weaver took the time to open up about a few aspects of life on the road, and some of their favorite things: Are there any must-stop places you like to go to while you’re on tour, or any must-do activities?

Shust: “My band loves to golf. I’m not included in that but I’ve got a bunch of good golfers in my band.

Besides that, we like to taste the local fare.” He also adds that because they’re all friends, he and his band like to just hang out in their bus lounge. “We bring some poker chips. We don’t play for money, but they go for blood, I swear.”

Weaver: “Big daddies cannot remain big daddies forever or they will be dead daddies so we’re trying to eat way more healthy, which is cool ’cause when we come to California there’s more of an embrace (of that), where back in the southeast we’re trying to deep-fry everything we can get our hands on. In-N-Out burger is my nemesis. When we’re out west we try to make ourselves sick with it. It’s almost an obligation. We’ve gotten really outrageous before because we were in an In-N-Out frenzy; we were like piranha.

Among six or seven (of us), there were 50-something patties because everyone was trying to one-up everyone. It was a prideful man-battle of trying to one-up each other.”

If you could collaborate with any other artist who would it be?

Shust: “Bono.”

Weaver: “Sting, or Bruce Hornsby, Bonnie Raitt; somebody who’s fully world-class.”

Where do you keep your Dove awards?

Shust: “I gave the first three (awards) I got my first year away. New Artist of the Year I gave to my manager because managers never get Dove Awards; there’s not a manager Dove Award.

Song of the Year I gave to my radio promoter. He was the one out on the streets promoting it and radio promoters don’t get Dove Awards. Songwriter of the Year I gave to my mom and that’s sitting on her piano. I got two this past year so they’re in my (home studio).”

Weaver: “I gave it to my wife immediately.”

What’s your favorite holiday tradition?

Shust: “There’s certain foodstuff. A cranberry relish with orange tang, sugar, chopped pecans, and chopped cranberries. Neither Thanksgiving nor Christmas would be the same in the Shust family without that. We do (holidays) right. Always the right amount of lights, the right candles ...”

Weaver: “Bigger things are seasonal, for me.” He says, “The first hint of cool my wife and I run out and buy a pumpkin spice latte.”

What’s the best concert you’ve ever attended?

Shust: “Easily U2. Their past show, the 360 tour in Atlanta.”

Weaver: “In Christian music, it’s TobyMac. His band is unreal and their set is just unbelievable. In secular music, gosh, it would have to be kind of a tie between seeing Sting and seeing Keith Urban.”

How did you get your name?

Weaver: “It’s a conglomerate from some nicknames I had growing up. I played one foul season of J.V. football and found out in organized sports you can’t have a two-syllable last name.

And “big daddy” (is for) anybody my size in the South. If you’re my size in the South you’re immediately dubbed “big daddy.” So the first time somebody ever asked us what do you call yourselves — which coincidentally was our first jam session — we said tell ’em we’re Big Daddy Weave.”

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Preserve paw prints for posterity Art shop, SPCA partner for event to help animals

BY ALLIE CASTRO Californian staff writer acastro@bakersfield.com

Color Me Mine will be collaborating with SPCA for the second time this year for what owner Kathy Hunt hopes will become a biannual tradition.

After a successful March debut, the second Pawsitively Purrrfect paw painting event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Pet owners and art enthusiasts alike can visit the store and 20 percent of the total proceeds generated during those five hours will go towards the local SPCA. Color Me Mine will have all the

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Tickets can be purchased at the BC Ticket office, 395-4326; BC Foundation, 395-4800; or at the gate.

Mexican Independence Day kicks off community read “Burro Genius,” with speakers Mayor Harvey Hall, Dr. Horace Mitchell, Jose Gaspar, Morgan Clayton and Diane Duquette, 11 a.m., in front of Beale Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. Bakersfield Tequila Society presents Casa Nobles Tasting, meet master tequila maker and taster “Pepe” Hermosillo, 6 p.m., The Petroleum Club, 5060 California Ave. 615-1150.

Kern Adult Literacy Council’s 21st annual Corporate Spelling Bee, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, cafe, 4001 California Ave. Spectators welcome.

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Pasta Bar/Meet and Greet, meet Mark and Andi Cummins of Drake wines and enjoy a pasta dinner, 5 to 8 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. $15 to taste all wines; or $12 for pasta and Caesar salad. 633-WINE. Registered Nursing Open House, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Bakersfield College, Fireside Room, Campus Center, 1801 Panorama Drive. Free. 395-4395.

Roadrunner Track Club is having Cross Country Sign-Ups for ages 7 to 18, practice is three times a week, competing is most weekends in October-November, $50 includes uniform, at a southwest location. 6196199.

City of Bakersfield Department of Recreation & Sports, offers a wide variety of lessons, sports, classes and more. For more information, call 3263866.

YMCA is accepting registration, for

Pawsitively Perfect What: Paw painting event to benefit the SPCA When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Where: Color Me Mine, 9000 Ming Ave. Cost: Varies; studio fee waived for tile-only customers

store’s items for paw-printing available, including dog and cat bowls, treat jars, and dog bone photo frames. The store will provide 4-by-4 tiles on which owners can stamp their pet’s paw print, with 100 percent of the tile’s $10 fee going to the SPCA. As an added incentive, Color Me Mine will waive the studio fee for those wishing to dec-

co-ed basketball for ages 5 to 12, indoor co-ed soccer for ages 4 to 7 and girls volleyball for ages 7 to 12, now until Oct. 21. 837-9622.

Friday Big Daddy Weave & Aaron Shust Hope Restored Tour, 7 p.m., Jesus Shack, 1326 30th St. $20 general admission; $50 VIP. jesusshack.com or call 324-0638.

Dreyer’s 2011 Relay for Life Book Fair Fundraiser, 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, next to the old Michael’s store, 3501 Mall View Road, Suite 113-114. All books are $1. Free ice cream with purchase. All funds raised go to relay team and American Cancer Society. Cash only for books. 201-1232.

FLICS International Cinema Society, presents “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” 7:30 p.m., also, Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault Outreach will have representatives to discuss services and hand out informative literature at 6:30 p.m., Bakersfield Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $5. flics.org or call 4280354.

Guitar Quartet Auditions, for current CSUB music students and graduates of the CSUB music program, 5 to 7 p.m., CSUB, Music Building, Room 127, 9001 Stockdale Highway.

Interested guitar players should call Mr. Cope at 378-0791.

Pre-Registration Party & Barbecue, for the fourth annual Kern County “Officer Down” Support Ride; with entertainment by Penny Nail, West Coast Country, 5 to 9 p.m., CHP Shooting Range/The 420 Club, 3910 Alfred Harrell Highway. $10 for dinner.

205-5730 or 549-2110.

Hectic Films presents “The Grip,” featuring independent and short films, 8 to 10 p.m., Caffeine Supreme, 2000 F St. caffeinesupreme.com or 3219097.

“Moonlight & Miracles” Fundraiser, for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation; with wine, food, entertainment, 6 to 10 p.m., Kern County Museum, 3801 Chester Ave. $50 per person. Tickets can be purchased at Faast Pharmacy, 3400 Calloway Drive. cff.org/

orate just the tiles. The event came about after Hunt noticed many of her top-selling items were animal related.

“I would say our customers love their animals, so I thought it was appropriate to do something with the SPCA.” SPCA representatives will be on hand with pictures of animals available for adoption, as well as information on SPCA services. A therapy dog will be on hand to demonstrate services and maybe receive a little extra attention from passers-by.

Those interested in sharing the experience with their pet should call Color Me Mine to reserve a time slot dedicated to getting your pet’s print stamped perfectly with the help of the store’s staff.

Tap, Ballet, Acrobatics, Hip Hop and Jazz Ages 2-Adult • Specializing in the tiny dancer • Closed circuit TV, for comfortable parent viewing • Age appropriate curriculum • Family owned and operated since 1976 Exclusive dance studio for the Gaslight Melodrama Theatre www.Themelodrama.com www.lindalarmaacademeofdance.com/

12748 Jomani Drive Bakersfield, CA 93312

photo by: Monica Slikker

661-589-8208

chapters/losangeles or 323-939-0758.

Ninth annual Designer Handbag, Shoe & Accessories Event, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, American Cancer Society Discovery Shop, 5420 California Ave. 324-1359.

“Please Touch the Art” Tactile Art Exhibit, with speaker Dr. Chuck Wall, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, 1124 Baker St. 3225234.

Skating, 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays, 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Rollerama West, 7850 Brimhall Road. $6 per skater; $3 rental. 589-7555.

Wine Bar Flight, featuring the best of 2006, California Meritage, Larkmead Firebelle, Sterling SVR Reserve, Flora Springs Trilogy and more, 4 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. Tastes, $4 to $13. 633-WINE.

Saturday Fourth annual Kern County “Officer Down” Support Ride, hosted by Kern County 999 Foundation; 7 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. registration at Bakersfield Harley Davidson, 35088 Merle Haggard Drive, 9:30 to 9:45 a.m. parade route to downtown law enforcement memorial, 10 to 10:30 a.m. memorial ceremony, 10:30 a.m. to noon poker run ending at Amestoy’s, 2303 River Blvd. With speakers, live bands, barbecue, raffle. $15 lunch; $20 single rider; $35 double rider. kerncountyofficerdown.com or 549-2110.

2010 P.A.L. Hometown Heroes Benefit Dinner & Auction, presented

by Chevron; with hometown honoree Mary K. Shell, social hour and silent auction, 6 p.m., dinner and program, 7 p.m., The Petroleum Club, 5060 California Ave. 283-8880.

25th annual Walk for Life, hosted by the Bakersfield Pregnancy Center; registration and check-in at 8:30 a.m., walk begins at 9:30 a.m., The Park at River Walk, Stockdale Highway and Buena Vista Road. Pre-register online at bakersfieldwalkforlife.com or 3261915.

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Bakersfield Green Thumb Club, meeting with Debby Kroeger discussing California native plants, 9:30 a.m., Church of the Brethren, in the social hall, 327 A St. 3933657.

Car Wash Fundraiser for Camp KEEP, Sparkling Image will donate 50 percent of any full-service car wash purchase to benefit Camp KEEP Saturday, Sparkling Image Car Wash, at all seven Bakersfield locations.

Family Skate Night, 7 to 10 p.m., Rollerama West, 7850 Brimhall Road. $30 includes admission for four (two adults/two children), skate rental, one pizza and pitcher of soda. 589-7555.

Free How-to-Work Workshops, Saturday classes: 10 to 11 a.m. “Fall Face Lift: Interior and Exterior Painting”; 11 a.m. to noon “Decorating Flooring Solutions”; 1 to 2 p.m. “Save Energy, Save Money”; and Sunday classes: 1 to 2 p.m. “Fall Planting and Maintenance”; 2 to 3 p.m.

“Maintaining your Driveway”; Home Depot. homedepot.com or call 800-430-3376.

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

H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection Car Show, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Yokuts Park, 4200 Empire Drive. E-mail tgibson@bak.rr.com.

Hispanic Excellence Scholarship Fund 27th annual Awards Dinner, with keynote speaker Moctesuma Esparza, social hour begins at 6 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel, 3100 Camino Del Rio Court. $60. 654-2282.

Kern River Valley Hiking Club, two trips to choose from, one to Needles Lookout in the Western Divide Mountains, or Slate Mountain Hike in Western Divide Mountains, both trips leave at 6:30 a.m., from Chevron, junction of highways 178 and 184 (Weedpatch Highway). Bring lunch and 2 quarts of water. Dress appropriately. For directions, visit lakeisabella.net/hiking or 747-5065 or 778-3453.

Kids Discover Music, classically trained musician performs, reads a story and lets the kids learn up close and personally about the music and the instrument, 11 a.m. to noon, Russo’s, 9000 Ming Ave. 665-4686.

Pam Munoz Ryan Day, with proclamations by Mayor Harvey Hall and Assemblywoman Jean Fuller, entertainment, reception, book signing, 2 p.m., Russo’s, 9000 Ming Ave. 665-4686.

Pawsitively Purrrfect Painting Party, benefitting the local SPCA, Paw prints (by appointment only), “Therapy Dogs” and more, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Color Me Mine at The Marketplace, 9000 Ming Ave. bakersfield.colormemine.com or 664-7366.

“Reflections of our Past: Photographic Shades of Kern County,” with local history

librarian Christopher Livingston, 11 a.m., Beale Library, Tejon Room, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770.

Second annual Sickle Cell Awareness Fair Blood Drive & Run/Walk, in loving memory of Hina Patel, with music, raffle, henna, speakers, bounce house, free food and drinks, join the bone marrow registry, 10:30 a.m., Riverwalk Medical Center, parking lot, 9508 Stockdale Highway. Email thunter@hcbb.com or 3234222, ext. 271.

Sixth annual B-Town Blues Fest, presented by World Records; featuring Tommy Castro, Roy Rogers, Joanne Shaw Taylor, The Flying Arvizu Brothers and more, 5 to 10:30 p.m., CSUB Amphitheater, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $40 reserved table; $30 lawn seating, $20 lawn seating for students, military and seniors 65+ and up, 17 and under are free. 831-3100.

Star Party, with Kern Astronomical Society, 8 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 4001 California Ave. Members bring telescopes and spectators can view the stars.

631-2575.

Sunday The Ultimate Bridal Event, with over 120 vendors, premiere wedding professionals will be on hand to assist you in planning your dream wedding, noon to 4 p.m., Rabobank Convention Center, 1011 Truxtun Ave. $10; $15 couple; visit ultimatebridalevent. com to print out a $2 off coupon. ultimatebridalevent.com or 8351305.

Micro Wrestling Federation Midget Mania, featuring professional midget and dwarf wrestlers, 6 p.m., Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St. $20 plus fee; 21 & over only. vallitix.com or 3225200.

“An Afternoon of Chamber Music,” part of the Fred and Beverly Dukes Concert Series, 4 p.m., First Congregational Church, 5 Real Road. Free. 327-1609.

Blue October, with special guest The Parlotones, 8 p.m., Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $20 to $35 plus fee. vallitix.com or 322-5200.

Fun in the Sun Car Show, with the Vintage LTD Car Club of Bakersfield, in conjunction with a “Buck-A-Book” sale presented by the Kern Adult Literacy Council, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Kern County Museum, 3801 Chester Ave. $10 adults; $9 students/seniors; children under 3 are free. Proceeds from the book sale benefit the Kern Adult Literacy Council. kcmuseum.org or 852-5000.

Kern Audubon Society, field trip to Hart Park/Lake Ming, meet at the west end of Hart Park near the restrooms on Mirror Drive between the two lakes, at 7:30 a.m. Bring water, snacks, picnic lunch and binoculars. kernaudubonsociety.org or 322-7470.

NFL Football Season, with drink specials and happy hour all day long, 10 a.m., Replay Sports Lounge & Grill, 4500 Buck Owens Blvd. 324-3300.

See You At The Pole Pre-Rally & Free Concert, sponsored by Kern Youth Network; for junior high and high school students, concert by Confessing Yesterday, Streetside Vinyl, doors open at 4:30 p.m., from 5 to 8 p.m., First Presbyterian Church Gym, 1705 17th St. 3239041, ext. 16.

VFW Post 97 Breakfast, 9 a.m. to noon, VFW Post #97, 5350 S. Union Ave. 834-3656.

THEATER Auditions, for “Chicago,” 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Stars School of Fine Arts, 1927 Eye St. 304-1983.

26th annual Kern Shakespeare Festival “As You Like It,” 8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. 327-PLAY. “My Big Fat Oildale Wedding,” followed by the Vaudville Revue, “Everything and the Kitchen Sink — The Greatest 38 Shows of All Time,” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. matinee Sunday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $9 to $20.

587-3377.

The Nighttime Show with Michael Armendariz, 11 p.m.

Saturday, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. $5. 327-PLAY or esonline.org Major League Improv, improvisational comedy show, appropriate for families, 6 p.m.

Saturdays, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. Free but donations are accepted. 327-PLAY. Omnipresent Puppet Theatre, presents “Jack and the Beanstalk,” 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $6.

587-3377.

ART “Please Touch the Art” Tactile Art Exhibit, with speaker Dr. Chuck Wall, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, 1124 Baker St. 322-5234.

“Artistic Chaos” Art Exhibit, by appointment only, on display until Oct. 8, The Micro Gallery, 6300 Coffee Road. 301-3283.

“Ebb and Flow Kern’s Vanishing Water” Art Exhibit, on display until Oct. 3, JP Jennings Gallery, 1700 Chester Ave. 3231622.

All Media Class, by instructor Phyllis Oliver, all media welcome, with color theory stressed. For more information or to register, email pegolivert@ix.netcom.com or call 348-4717.

Art classes, beginning watercolor, beginning drawing, advanced drawing and watercolor painters’ group, taught by Carol Bradshaw.

Call or e-mail for details and enrollment. bradshawartist@earthlink.net or 760-376-6604.

Art for Healing program of Mercy Hospitals of Bakersfield has many 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. To schedule an appointment, call 324-0975 or 706-6490.

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, series of five twohour classes. Call for more information or to register. 3047002.

Cherice Hatton, featured artist for September, Bakersfield Mazda, 3201 Cattle Drive. 328-8000.

Exhibits on Display, 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.

Closed Mondays. 323-7219.

Framing Clinic, with Toni Lott, for artists who want to frame their work, began April 7, running noon to 4 p.m. Wednesdays. Call 2053488 for more information or to register.

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.

Roberta Jean Owen, featured artist for the month of September, Bakersfield Art Association Art Center, 1817 Eye St. 869-2320.

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.

Pottery Wheel Class, 10 a.m.

Friday and Saturday, The Ceramic Shop, 2550 E. Belle Terrace, Suite 300. $28. 834-1000.

Free art classes, for home-school parents, 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; Slideways Eric and

Joan Hershowitz, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday.

Alternative Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; Joey Romley & Friends, 9 p.m. Tuesdays.

Blues Vinny’s Bar & Grill, 2700 S. Union Ave., Bunky Spurling Band, 9 p.m. Friday. $5; 21 and over. myspace.com/vinnysbarandgrill.

Kern River Blues Society Jam, 2 to 8 p.m. every third Saturday, Trout’s, 805 N. Chester Ave. 8727517.

Celtic Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; 1916 and Whiskey Galore, 9 p.m. Friday. $5.

Classic Rock Bellvedere Cocktail Lounge, 3090 Brundage Lane, 325-2139; Mystic Red, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Iron Horse Saloon, 1821 S. Chester Ave., 831-1315; Del Mar Deluxe, 9 p.m. Friday and 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday; Two Timers Band, 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday.

The Monte Carlo, 9750 Taft Highway, 837-0250; No Limit, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

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

Saturday.

The Prime Cut, 9500 Brimhall Road, 831-1413; The BEAgLES, 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday.

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.

Jerry Hobbs & The Country Rhythm Makers, 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Friday, Rasmussen Senior Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane. $7. 399-3573 or 332-1537.

Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Country Club, 9:30 p.m.

Saturday.

Tejon Club, 117 El Tejon Ave., 392-1747; Crossroads, 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday.

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 Country George, 7 to 10 p.m.

Friday, Kern City Town Hall, 1003 Pebble Beach Drive. $6 member; $8 guest. 831-9241.

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Eye Street 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.

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 330-9616 for details.

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.

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. 323-5215.

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

Thursdays.

Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; The Natural Movement, 9 p.m. Thursday; Wax On with DJ Moustache, 9:30 p.m. Friday.

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.

Tam O’Shanter, 2345 Alta Vista, 324-6774: with DJ Escandalosa in the Mixx, 8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

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

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

Live Jazz & Wine Bar, featuring Jazz Connection with Paul Cierley and Rick Lincoln, along with 24 wines, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. 633-WINE. 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.

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.

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.

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

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. every Wednesday.

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

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.

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

Fridays and Saturdays.

Chencho’s Bar & Grill, 2201 V St., 327-0190; Salsa Sundays, with a DJ, 3 to 10 p.m., salsa lessons are offered at 6 p.m. Sundays. $5 after 6 p.m.

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, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. every Thursday.

Tam O’Shanter, 2345 Alta Vista, 324-6774: Synergy, 8:30 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.

Reggae Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; Pato Banton and The Now Generation, Dub Seeds, 9 p.m. Thursday. $10.

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

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

Friday.

Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; Tribute to Led Zeppelin featuring Mothership, 9 p.m. Saturday. $4.

Vinny’s Bar & Grill, 2700 S. Union Ave., Divergence Point, Rear View Mirror, Hooker Spit, Driving Spirit, 9 p.m. Saturday. $5; 21 and over. myspace.com/ vinnysbarandgrill.

Sandrini’s, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Breaker-Breaker One-Niner, 9 p.m. Wednesday.

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.

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

Variety Ethel’s Old Corral, 4310 Alfred Harrell Highway, 873-7613; Noah Claunch and the Mainstream Band, 7 to 11 p.m. Friday.

Marriott Hotel at the Convention Center, 801 Truxtun Ave., 323-1900: In the Mixx with DJ Noe G., mixing all your feelgood music every Friday. 21 & over only.

Ethel’s Old Corral, 4310 Alfred Harrell Highway, 873-7613; Country George, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday.

Golden State Mall, 3201 F St., Dance to Joe Loco, duet every Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m.

80s Sports & Spirits, 6633 Ming Ave., 398-7077; Members Only, 9 p.m.

Friday.

Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; Members Only, 9 p.m.

Saturday. $5.

UPCOMING EVENTS Monday 9/20 Back to School Night, 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Centennial High School, 8601 Hageman. kernhigh.org or 588-8601.

Back to School Night, 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Highland High School, 2900 Royal Scots Road. kernhigh.org or 872-2777.

Back to School Night, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Kern Valley High, 3340 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella. kernhigh.org or 760379-2611.

Intermediate Wine Education Class, with certified sommelier Richard Gilpin, take a closer look at varietals and styles, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. $15 per person. 633-WINE. Recreational Swim Team, for ages 5 to 18, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. or 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Bakersfield College, 1801 Panorama Drive. Open enrollment.

395-4663.

Senior Discovery Days, each Monday for seniors 60 and older receive 50 percent off admission, 10 percent discount in the gift store, CALM, 10500 Alfred Harrell Highway. 872-2256.

“Spirituality in Health Care” Seminar, with speakers who will focus on bridging healing and spirituality, 5 to 9 p.m. Monday, CSUB, Dore Theatre, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $25 before Sept. 13, $50 after. 331-3789.

Tuesday 9/21 Back to School Night, 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Summit Continuation High School, 2800 Pasadena Lane, Lake Isabella. kernhigh.org or 760-379-3997.

Culinary Arts Program Gourmet Meals, by BC’s culinary students, dinner 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday, lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, now until Dec. 2, Bakersfield College, Renegade Room, 1801 Panorama Drive. Dinners $10.95 plus tax, lunches $7.50 plus tax; take-out meals available. Reservations required, 395-4441.

Farmers market, 4 to 7 p.m.

Tuesdays, now through November, Central Park at Mill Creek, 21st and R streets.

Je’Caryous Johnson’s Cheaper to Keep Her, 8 p.m. Tuesday, theater at Rabobank Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $31-$36 plus fee. ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

Oildale Farmers Market, 3 to 6 p.m. every Tuesday now through September, northeast corner of North Chester Avenue and Norris Road, Oildale. 868-0328.

Rockstar Energy Drink presents UPROAR Fest, with Disturbed and Avenged Sevenfold, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $27.75$47.75 plus fee. ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

Sierra Club Conditioning Hikes, three to five miles, 7 p.m.

Tuesdays, meet at corner of highways 178 and 184. 872-2432 or 873-8107.

Toddler Time, parents are invited to accompany their children of 18 month through 2 years, come join in on music, nursery rhymes, stories and play, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Beale Library, Arkelian children’s library, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770.

Wednesday 9/22 2010 Kern County Fair, “Best in the West,” featuring carnival rides, entertainment, concerts, food, exhibits and more, Sept. 22 to Oct. 3, Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 P St. 833-4900.

Bargain Night, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Rollerama West, 7850 Brimhall Road. $5 per skater; free rental. 589-7555.

“Battle at the Beale” Afterschool Prep for the Battle of the Books 2011,” for grades 48, 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Beale Library, Auditorium, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0770.

Food & Wine Pairing Nights, featuring six wines paired with a plate of small bites tied together for a delicious tasting theme, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, now until Oct. 27, Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. $25 per person, per session. 633-WINE.