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Who needs BC? Go to Shafter Town does fireworks show right — and it’s free BY CAMILLE GAVIN Contributing columnist

or many longtime Shafter residents like Karen Wilkins, the city’s annual fireworks show is a family tradition. “I’ve been attending for 30 years and my youngest was in my arms the first time,” she said. “My kids grew up with it — they still come back for it every year.” Although the fireworks display doesn’t begin until 9 p.m., the gates open at 6 p.m. Lots of people come early and enjoy the pre-show activities. Seats in the stadium are limited, so some families spread out a blanket on the grass or bring lawn chairs from home. “It’s the whole community atmosphere that’s so nice,” Wilkins said. “People greet old friends they haven’t seen in a while, you can visit with your neighbors and the kids can run around and play.” “No alcohol is allowed,” she added, “so it’s a fun, safe time.” Shafter, population about 16,000, is a pleasant tree-shaded town about 20 miles northwest of Bakersfield. It is named for Gen. William Shafter, a hero of the Spanish-American War who once owned a large ranch in the area. Wilkins, who works for the city of Shafter, is one of the many volunteers who help organize the event, which is always held the evening before Independence Day. She says it couldn’t be done without the support of the community. “We really do this on a shoestring,” she said. “It’s hard times right now — people do whatever they can.” Debbe Haley, president of the Shafter Chamber of Commerce, which sponsors the event, said the total budget is $13,000. The major portion, $9,500, pays for the fireworks; the balance is for the sound system and various fees. “We have businesses that support it every year,” Haley said. “I think we’re about the only ones in the county who still don’t charge. Everyone is welcome — it’s not just for people who live in Shafter.” Admission is free but donations will be accepted at the gate. Also, the chamber has placed containers at various places around town so residents can donate in advance. “That way people who don’t go because they live nearby (the stadium) and can see the fireworks from their yards can donate,” she explained. “And they are stepping up

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Fireworks light up the night sky in Shafter in 2009 during the annual Independence Day event at Shafter High School.

to help.” During the first three hours before sundown, the Shafter High athletics department will sell hamburgers and hot dogs; other booths will sell inexpensive trinkets and jewelry. A bounce house, rock-climbing wall and other play activities are available at the adjacent sports complex.

percent off fireworks purchase when you donate blood. Fireworks 9:15 p.m. at the end of Engineer Point, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236. Free. Fourth of July Barbecue, with activities for children, musical entertainment, fireworks at the end, begins at 4 p.m., “Nuui Cunni” Native American Cultural Center, 2600 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Bring a chair. 760-549-0800. Star Spangled Spectacular Family Fun Day, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Delano, with activities for the whole family, 5 to 9 p.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m., Delano Memorial Park, South Lexington, Delano. 725-1286

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Annual Fireworks Show When: 6 p.m. Saturday Where: Shafter High School Stadium, 526 Mannel Ave., Shafter Admission: Free Information: 746-2600

Friday Celebrate America with The Super Sonic Band, part of Best of Kern Concert Tour, 7 to 10 p.m., FruitvaleNorris Park, 6221 Norris Road.

Saturday Bakersfield Speedway, annual firework extravaganza featuring Modifieds, Street Stocks, American Stocks, Mini Stock Powder Puff, gates open at 4:30 p.m.; races begin at 6 p.m., Bakersfield Speedway, 5001 N. Chester Ave. $18; $7 ages 612; under 5 free. bakersfieldspeedway.com; 393-3373. Blood Drive at Fireworks Stand VFW Post #97, benefitting Houchin Blood Bank, 8 a.m. to noon, at 5350 S. Union Ave. Enter to win a $100 fireworks package, also receive 25

Bakersfield Blaze vs. San Jose Giants, with fireworks to follow the game; game begins at 7:45 p.m.; Sam Lynn Ball Park, 4009 Chester Ave. $5$9. bakersfieldblaze.com or 716-HITS. Fireworks Show, with live music, refreshments, begins at 7:30 p.m. fireworks at 9 p.m., Tehachapi Depot, 101 W. Tehachapi Blvd., Tehachapi. $10 adults; $3 for ages 4-12, children under 4 are free. Bring a blanket for the lawn or chair. 821-0086. Tehachapi Community Orchestra, annual Pops Under the Stars Concert, with fireworks, 7 p.m., Coy Burnett Football Stadium, East Tehachapi Boulevard, Tehachapi. 821-7511. Wasco’s annual Aerial Fireworks Display, at dusk, Barker Park/Babe Ruth Ballpark, 1280 Poplar Ave., Wasco. Free.

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Spectators watch the annual fireworks show in Shafter.

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Red, white and plaid Celtic band headlines patriotic concert Friday BY SUSAN SCAFFIDI Contributing writer

f you’re staying in town this weekend, you could start your 4th of July celebration with a twist: the Celtic rock group 1916, along with country rock group The Super Sonic Band, are performing at Fruitvale-Norris Park Friday evening in a “Celebrate America” concert. Haven’t heard of 1916 or The Super Sonic Band? Well, unless you follow the local music scene very closely, that’s understandable: 1916 is a Celtic rock group that has been gaining a following within that niche throughout California, and The Super Sonic Band is making its debut at this Friday’s event. Both bands are Arts Council of Kern “discoveries,” turned up during ACK’s search for local talent for a grant project. Super Sonic’s manager Les Ingle describes the group as rock/country rock, similar in style to The Pretenders and Sheryl Crow. The group consists of Ingle on bass, Robert Salazar on guitar, Robert Bagley on drums and Jill Harlander on lead vocals. Ingle said the group started about two years ago as a trio, and spent over a year searching for a lead singer, who finally presented herself just in time for the group to audition for the Arts Council last fall. “(Harlander’s) been a gospel singer all her life and had never sung with a band,” Ingle said. The quartet impressed the ACK enough to make the first tier of featured performers, but have stayed out of public view until now, after spending months rehearsing and recording their debut CD “American Glory.” “We agreed we wouldn’t come out,” Ingle said. “We were going to work our tails off until we were ready to come out.” 1916 should be another surprise to the

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Celtic rock band 1916 plays at the annual Bakersfield Scottish Gathering in April.

Celebrate America concert Where: Fruitvale-Norris Park, 6221 Norris Road When: 6:30-10 p.m. Friday Admission: Free

local scene. The band is earning quite a large following in the Celtic festival circuit — Scottish games, Irish festivals and other events — and is making a rare appearance in the mainstream at Friday’s concert. Leader Robbie Byrne, a former Scots Guard piper who has performed for the Queen of England, said he and fellow band mates

Douglas Kirk on bass, Richard Cheney on vocals and guitar, and Walter Baldwin on percussion, wanted to take Celtic music “a bit further.” “It’s kind of a blend of Celtic rock and a new, created thing,” Byrne said. That “new, created thing” is what happens when Byrne assumes the lead in what otherwise looks like a regular rock band. “I don’t play just jigs and reels on the pipes,” Byrne said. “I’ve kind of taken over the role of the lead guitar.” The “Celebrate America” event is being sponsored by Bakersfield North of the River Parks and Recreation and the Arts Council of Kern’s Irvine Foundation grant.

Cheap fireworks: A little bang for your blood BY MIRANDA WHITWORTH Contributing writer

orried that the cost of fireworks might put you in the red? Well, for a different type of red — as in O positive or negative — you can cut down on your fireworks bill and still stage a wowinducing celebration. Houchin Blood Bank — which has gotten creative lately in getting residents to roll up their sleeves — is teaming with VFW Post #97 Saturday at the post’s fireworks stand at 5350 S. Union Ave. Donors will receive 25 percent off their fireworks purchase and are entered to win a $100 fireworks package. All blood types are needed. Guidelines for donating blood: • Donors must be 17 years of age, or 16 years old with parent’s consent; bring a picture ID with a date of birth. • Donors must be at least 110 pounds and should have eaten a meal within a few hours of donation time. • Donors should be symptom free of

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A man gives blood at Houchin Blood Bank.

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colds, flus and other infections and off antibiotics for at least three days. • Donors should wait 12 months to give blood after receiving a tattoo or body piercing.

When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday Where: VFW Post #97 parking lot, 5350 S. Union Ave. Information: 323-4222 or hcbb.com

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arving a replica of a bird from start to finish is an art in itself, says Ed Bue, who will demonstrate how it’s done on Wednesday morning at the Bakersfield Museum of Art. “I’ll bring pieces of wood, models that is, that show the various stages right down to painting the fine feathers,” said Bue. “As I’m talking, my student Chet Troudy will walk among the audience and show them the different pieces and some of the tools.” Troudy must be an excellent student — his red-head woodpecker CASEY CHRISTIE / THE CALIFORNIAN took first Ed Bue with a wood place in its category at duck he carved. the 2008 Kern County Fair. In addition to demonstrating the process, Bue will discuss the history of bird carving and explain how it has graduated from mere duck decoys for hunters into objects of art. Bue is considered a master carver. The retired aerospace engineer estimates he’s carved 140 birds in the past 25 years. He is meticulous about making sure each is accurately detailed. Before moving here a few years ago he won top awards at the Orange County Fair for his work. Last year he received a Beautiful Bakersfield award in the arts category. He taught Troudy, longtime superintendent of the PanamaBuena Vista School District, the art of bird carving in the woodshop at Rosewood Retirement Community where the men and their wives live. A collection of about

GO & DO Bill Tomlinson exhibit “A Computer Blaze of Colors” Opening reception: 6 p.m. today, JP Jennings Gallery, 1700 Chester Ave. Admission: Free Call: 324-9000

‘Taming of the Shrew’ 8 p.m. today-Saturday, Pine Mountain Club in Frazier Park Tickets: $10, $5 students and seniors Call: 242-6904

‘Beyond The Valley’ Opening reception: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Art Center, 1817 Eye St. Admission: Free Call: 869-2320

Art of Bird Carving 9:30-11 a.m. Wednesday, Bakersfield Museum of Art, 1930 R St. Admission: $4, includes refreshments Call: 323-7219 PHOTO COURTESY OF BAKERSFIELD ART ASSOCIATION

This tropical seashore scene was painted by Lila Martin.

15 birds previously carved by Bue are on display in the museum’s current “Best of the West” exhibit. His demonstration is part of the museum’s monthly First Wednesday series, a program designed for seniors.

‘Shrew’ at Pine Mountain Now in its third season, the Mountain Shakespeare Festival will offer two different shows on weekends through July 24 at the Pine Mountain Club community center. First up is the Bard’s “Taming of the Shrew,” which opens this evening. The second is Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple,” opening on July 8. There will be 16 performances in all. Both shows

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include professional actors as well as beginners. Peter Kjenaas, who was instrumental in founding the festival, is artistic director. Kjenaas has wide experience as a teacher, actor, director, producer and writer. Now a resident of Pine Mountain, he worked three seasons at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, Ore. Managing director is Kat Fair, a teacher at Frazier Mountain High School. Randy Messick, a Bakersfield College theater professor, serves on the festival’s advisory board. Pine Mountain Club is about 45 miles southwest of Bakersfield, via Interstate 5 and the Frazier Park/Lebec exit.

Computer art An exhibit of computer art created by Bill Tomlinson will open with a reception this evening at JP

Jennings Custom Framing shop in downtown Bakersfield. Tomlinson lives in Pine Mountain and teaches philosophy at Cal State Northridge. The exhibit is co-sponsored by the Arts Council of Kern and the Heritage of America Educational & Cultural Foundation. I asked Nicole Saint-John about the connection between the council and the heritage group. She explained that Tomlinson and Jess Nieto, the foundation’s executive director, are neighbors. Nieto, she said, suggested that the artist exhibit his work and offered to be cosponsor with the Arts Council. Titled “A Computer Blaze of Colors,” the exhibit will be on display through July 31 during regular business hours, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

‘Beyond Kern’ Winners in the Bakersfield Art

Association “Beyond Kern” exhibit will be announced at a reception Friday at the Art Center. The show could be subtitled “What I did on my summer vacation.” Members were asked to enter scenes or topics from beyond the San Joaquin Valley for the show. Guidelines called for work created within the past three years either while the artist was on holiday or after returning home. The association recently installed officers for 2010-11. Kathy Schilling is president; Floyd Dillon, vice president; Stella Mullins, secretary; and Elleta Abuliel, treasurer. Ann Sullivan is manager of the Art Center. Regular hours for the gallery are 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Exceptions are the Downtown Arts District’s monthly First Friday events when it is open from 4 to 9 p.m.

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Moonstruck (or flaky?) performers Band, comedians skip local shows

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lame wild lunar activity or bad luck, but three local shows mysteriously went awry last weekend. Starting with Backup Johnny’s appearance Friday at Fishlips — where attendees were greeted with news that their favorite band had suddenly “backed out.” “We double-booked ourselves,” said lead singer Joey Romley of his band’s MIA status. “Had it been somewhere else we would’ve kept the gig, but we didn’t wanna screw up somebody’s wedding.” Apologizing for their absence, coincidentally also the night of a rare lunar eclipse, Romley offered up some consolation. “Come to the next show, and I’ll buy you a drink,” he said. Saturday’s full moon took the night sky’s bizarre energy to a whole other level with two more cancellations that included Latin jazzers Kelulu. “I got a text message from Kelulu on Friday night, saying they couldn’t play on Saturday,” said Fishlips co-owner Andrew Wilkins. The band was to perform after comedian Manny Maldonado’s appearance at the club that evening. “When something like that happens, we scramble. Guitarist Travis Byler ended up playing into the evening. He bounces for us, so it helps having musicians on staff,” he laughed. Back over at Desi Cafe in the southwest that night, comedian Joe Alaniz was the last comic standing. “I can honestly say I don’t know what happened with that show, said Alaniz of the canceled “Laughter Comedy” showcase where he and a group of local funnymen were scheduled to appear. “We had headliners that didn’t come through, but we promise to make it up to everyone who supported us.” While Kelulu could not be reached for comment, Alaniz did offer up his own take on who’s to blame for the weekend’s collective mishaps. “It was definitely the full

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moon,” he said. “Something has to get blamed besides the show organizers, right? Let’s blame it on environmental pressures and BP!” On a cooler note, Sunday’s Vans Warped Tour show in Ventura was another hit. Sixty-five degrees under overcast skies, music fans of all ages packed into Seaside Park without fear of frying. Among the locals spotted taking in the annual out-of-town festivities were The Dome’s Pete Madera, Lady Lace of the Kern County Rollergirls, photographer Jessica Moncrief and KRAB’s Miranda Whitworth. The day’s highlights included mosh-tastic sets by punk rock vets Fear and Angry Samoans, whose singer resembled Smeagol from “The Lord of The Rings” in retro gym shorts. Meanwhile, over on one of the larger stages, comeback kid Andrew W.K. preached “partying hard” to an enthusiastic crowd. Joined onstage by a sequined Tae Bo dancing backup singer, W.K. simultaneously pounded on his keyboard, guitar and skull. Not to be outdone, electro-hoppers 3OH!3 made a special surprise appearance later in the afternoon in front of a few thousand rabid fans. Recently awarded a “one-star rating” by Rolling Stone for their new CD, “Streets of Gold,” that didn’t hinder Miranda from dancing along to the band’s latest hit, “My First Kiss.” But more often than not, your best bets are on the side stages. Fronting her band, The Pretty Reckless, “Gossip Girl” star Taylor Momsen stood tall atop some very high heels. Singing tracks off the band’s solid self-titled EP, she hid behind her flowing blonde locks for most of the show. Tucked away by the beer gardens, early arrivals were treated to some righteous

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“Gossip Girl” actress Taylor Momsen sings with her band, The Pretty Reckless.

Irish pub rock, courtesy of L.A.’s The Mighty Regis, making their Warped debut. Much like their Irish rocking counterparts, Flogging Molly, the band’s origins can be traced to area dive bars. “We originally started this band so we could drink for free; now here we are,” laughed Mighty Regis lead vocalist Franky McNorman. “Hopefully, we’ll have more fans than hangovers by the time we get to Charlotte.” For tons of photos from the Ventura Vans Warped Tour, visit bakotopia.com.

Matt’s picks Tall Dark & 90, Mento Buru, Dub Seeds, DJ Mikey at Fishlips, 1517 18th St., 9 p.m., Friday, $5, 324-2557. Kicking off the Independence Day weekend, local band Tall Dark & 90s groove-oriented jams are perfect for barbecues and beer drinking. Led by vocalist/comedi-

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.

Angelo Moore of Fishbone plays a Brazilian Cuica drum.

an Jared “Smokin’ Phat J” Lawson, this band travels in large packs of party patrons. Be ready to sweat. Big Jugs, The Iron Outlaws and Jackass at Narducci’s, 622 E. 21st St., 10 p.m., Friday, 324-2961. Resembling a cross between “Dukes of Hazzard” and the Disney Bear Jamboree, Ventura’s Big Jugs are as blue as a pair of Daisy Dukes. Fans of early David Allen Coe should take note — this is “dirty country” at its funniest.

Mike Wiebe of The Riverboat Gamblers performs at the Vans Warped Tour show in Ventura. Whiskey Galore at Fishlips, 1517 18th St., 9 p.m., Saturday, $5, 324-2557. American-bred and Celtic-fed, this band of rowdies has been going strong for 13 years. One of the coolest live music experiences in town, make your reservations early and be prepared to get your Irish jig on.

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“We do the teaching and practicing here and do the shows at Spotlight and their people handle the technical stuff,” he said. “It’s a perfect marriage — we expect to continue it at least through this year.” Amy, who works in the development office of San Joaquin Community Hospital, tends to minimize her volunteer activities with Spotlight. “I’m a little like Trivial Pursuit,” she said. “I know a little bit about a lot of things — I help out wherever I can.” As parents of two children — CharFELIX ADAMO / THE CALIFORNIAN lotte, 10, who had a role in “The Secret Zane and Amy Smith are being hon- Garden,” and Christopher, 15 — the ored with the Spotlight Board Award Smiths are pleased that Bakersfield offers such diverse opportunities in for their support of the theater. the performing arts. Amy looks upon it as a natural Smith, director of the Bakersfield extension of her childhood experiBoys & Girls Club, also played an ences in Los Angeles, San Francisco important role last winter when the Spotlight School of Arts closed due to and southern Illinois. “My parents really are the people lack of funding. In a collaborative effort, it has re-emerged in a different who are my inspiration,” Amy said. “When I was growing up they took me form as Spotlight Junior with classes to see shows and the ballet. I wholeoffered at the club’s Armstrong Cenheartedly believe in community theter. Currently, 27 children are ater.” enrolled.

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Kern lends tenor to LA, unlikely to get him back Where Are They Now is an occasional feature that catches up with former Bakersfield residents who are making an impact in the arts. BY SUSAN SCAFFIDI Contributing writer

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y goal is to be continuously working.” That’s becoming a vaunted ambition for almost everyone these days, and it’s really lofty for singers. But Shafter native Robert MacNeil, a tenor, seems to be realizing his goal. I had the opportunity to see MacNeil perform in the L.A. Opera’s recent production of Franz Schreker’s “The Stigmatized,” a “lost” opera that the Los Angeles company has included in its “Recovered Voices” series. MacNeil MacNeil performed in two supporting roles in the production. He’s easy to pick out from his height (he’s around 6’5”) and, more importantly, his voice — a bright, ringing tenor. I thought it was time to check in with MacNeil and see how his career is going. Apparently, just fine. MacNeil performs regularly with L.A. Opera, and is a very much soughtafter choral soloist, performing with major orchestras and choirs in the United States and Australia. This summer, he travels to the San Francisco Opera to rehearse his upcoming role of Schmidt in Jules Massenet’s opera “Werther,” which will run in September and October. This is in addition to his recital performances, plus a heavy schedule of private voice instruction and his duties as a professor of applied music at World Mission University. “It’s amazing what I’ve been able to do,” MacNeil said. MacNeil said his career really began when he won the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions in the fall of 1996. He had received his advanced training at USC, putting him in the company of all of the other excellent performers who had studied there. But winning the Met auditions gave him an edge. “I certainly wouldn’t have flattered myself by calling myself a professional, but (the audition) certainly helped me push ahead,” MacNeil said. That “push” included five years worth of study grants to pay for additional training. And having such a credit on your resume does not hurt when auditioning. Over the last 15 years, MacNeil has earned a solid reputation with music critics for his “clarion” voice, making him especially suited to late-Romantic

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Robert MacNeil’s debut role with the San Francisco Opera was as the High Priest of Neptune in Mozart’s “Idomeneo” in 2008.

operas and large-scale choral works where the very loud dynamic levels call for big, clear voices. “There’s a sheen, a frequency of the voice that cuts a little better, so that people hear me, or remember me,” MacNeil said. Despite his advantages, MacNeil, like most other performers, has faced numerous challenges, never more so than now. Some programs have just disappeared. “I had a contract to perform with Opera Pacific,” a company based in Santa Ana that closed abruptly during its 2008-2009 season. “I heard about (its closure) on the radio,” MacNeil said. MacNeil said many performing groups are surviving not just by reducing the number of people or performances, but by cutting the number of rehearsals, even down to just one. “It’s amazing what’s expected of us,” MacNeil said. “We throw everything together in one rehearsal with the orchestra.” As difficult as that is, MacNeil seems to be handling it well, even thriving, because he keeps working. “First, I would like to think I always

come in prepared,” MacNeil said. “I know many people who hire me in LA because I’m low maintenance.” Well, yes, but there’s also the singing. MacNeil, who has performed with the Bakersfield Symphony many times and recently gave a benefit recital in his hometown, said he was inspired by a few things: the tenor Luciano Pavarotti, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Sydney Opera House. “Just listening to Pavarotti and learning so much from that,” MacNeil said. “I remember growing up hearing about the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and I had a poster of the Sydney Opera House. “I’ve soloed with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and I’ve performed in the Sydney Opera House,” MacNeil said. MacNeil will return to the LA Opera next year with a role in Richard Wagner’s “Lohengrin.” What’s his favorite opera role? “Nemorino in ‘The Elixir of Love’ is probably my favorite,” he said, before correcting himself. “If something is offered to me, it becomes my favorite role,” MacNeil said.

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Durcal brings ‘heartfelt spirit’ Latin-pop sensation honors famous parents BY MATT MUNOZ Bakotopia.com editor mmunoz@bakersfield.com

ultiplatinum Latin-pop singer Shaila Durcal will be appearing at Rabobank Convention Center at 8 p.m. Saturday. The daughter of two legends of international song and film — Spain’s Rocio Durcal and Antonio “Júnior” Morales Barreto of the Philippines — she made her musical debut at the age of 12. “She has such a heartfelt spirit in her performance,” said local fan Becky Aguilar of Bakersfield. “Being the daughter of such a huge star like that is a tough act to follow, but she’s shown herself to be a star in her own right.” Touring alongside her famous mother as a backup singer for years, Durcal released her self-titled major label debut in 2004. Receiving a lukewarm response from fans and critics in Mexico, her successful followup, “Recordando” in 2006, would also be marked with the untimely passing of her mother from cancer that year. Upholding her family’s musical legacy with subsequent critically acclaimed pop releases, the 30-yearold now pays tribute to the Latin corrido sound of her roots on her latest CD,

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Shaila Durcal will perform Saturday at the Rabobank Convention Center.

Shaila Durcal with Mariachi Sol De Mexico When: 8 p.m. Saturday Where: Rabobank Convention Center Admission: $42.25 to $147.25 Information: 852-7777

“Corazón Ranchero.” Also appearing will be Los Angeles-

based Grammy nominees Mariachi Sol De Mexico under the direction of bandleader Jose Hernandez. One of the more popular groups of the genre, Mariachi Sol has built an eclectic resume recording with everyone from Mexico’s Vicente Fernandez to The Beach Boys. Making their name during the ’90s as the house band at L.A.’s Cielito Lindo restaurant — where they still perform regularly — they’ll also be backing Durcal during her appearance at Rabobank.

German club at Basque eatery? Ja BY CAMILLE GAVIN Contributing columnist gavinarts@aol.com

For practical reasons, members of the German-American Club didn’t eat wienerschnitzel or any other German specialties at their 100th anniversary celebration. Instead, they had Basque food. The switch didn’t indicate a preference for that particular cuisine, however. “We just needed a place big enough, so we went to Benji’s,” said club president Dick Earhart. “Our restaurant, Bit of Germany, only seats about 40 and we had about 60 at the dinner.” Earhart and his wife, Franziska “Fran” Earhart, own the Germanthemed restaurant on Flower Street across from Kern Medical Center. The club meets there on the second Thursday of every month. Some members arrive early and have dinner, he added, but that’s not a requirement for attending the meeting. “First we have a business meeting — that starts at 7 and lasts about an hour,” he said. “Then, after that, we sit around and socialize and have cake and coffee. Sometimes there’ll be someone who’s just come back from Germany and they’ll tell us about their trip.” Occasionally the club has other

German-American Club When: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 8 Where: Bit of Germany, 1901 Flower St. Information: 872-0854

activities. They gather for a party during the Christmas season and sing traditional German carols. In past years they have chartered a bus and visited Oktoberfest celebrations at Old World in Long Beach and Alpine Village in Torrance. Earhart said they’d probably do out-of-town trips more often if enough people wanted to go. Although the group is known informally as the German-American Club, its official name is the Armin Bakersfield Loge No. 35. It is affiliated with the Order of the Sons of Hermann, a fraternal organization that was formed as a “mutual protection society” in 1840 by German immigrants in New York City. The local lodge was founded in 1910 and initially was made up of two separate lodges — one for men, one for women. Earhart said the two were combined in 1958. Membership is open to anyone of German ancestry or to those who have

an interest in German culture and history, said Dick, a native of Iowa whose background is both Polish and German. “I met my wife in Germany when I was serving in the Army,” he said. “We got married there in 1963 and came to Bakersfield in 1966.” Fran still has family living in Germany, and this summer the couple plans to take a river cruise from Budapest to Vienna and then spend time in the Nuremburg area visiting relatives. By the way, I’ve often heard the word wienerschintzel but I have no idea what kind of dish it is or what it contains. So I asked Earhart to tell me about it since it’s listed on the restaurant’s menu. “It’s not a hot dog,” he said in a firm voice. And even though his wife does almost all the cooking, assisted by the couple’s daughter, Denise Woodin, he was able to provide a pretty good description of how the dish is made. “It’s a piece of pork steak, pounded out very thin, breaded and then fried,” he said, adding that his wife usually serves it with German potato salad — a dish served warm — along with red cabbage. Sounds good to me.

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Hair-raising show to aid heroes fund BY HILLARY HAENES Californian staff writer hhaenes@bakersfield.com

hat began as a small summer runway show at Lyle’s College of Beauty has blossomed into a fullblown charity event to benefit Kern County’s Wounded Heroes Fund. Thirty patriotic models will march down the runway Saturday morning wearing festive Fourth of July colors and camouflage that will highlight creative hair styles in honor of local veterans. Lyle’s decided about a month ago to support the fund, which mobilized the staff into action. “Our 120 students have sold to friends, family and everyone they know,” said Michael McNamee, Lyle’s supervising instructor. The students of Lyle’s have sold thousands of raffle tickets and have 1,000 tickets left to sell, which the community can purchase until the day of the event. So far, $2,000 has been raised for the fund through cash donations and ticket sales. “Everyone just came together. ... We have had to put out no money at all. Everything you see has been donated,” said Darcy Golleher, event coordinator and Lyle’s student. Businesses have donated goods to fill the themed baskets, which will be raffled. Several Mexican restaurants will sell food at $5 per plate and give the money to the fund. “It’s pretty incredible. We have no connection with them. ... They are basically strangers and want to give back,” said Wendy Porter, executive director of the Wounded Heroes Fund.

Hairdressers for Heroes What: Hair show and ticket raffle to benefit Kern County’s Wounded Heroes Fund When: 11 a.m. Saturday Where: Lyle’s College of Beauty, 2935 F St. Admission: Free, but donations accepted; Mexican food lunch plate $5 Information: 327-9784

The hair show is free, but donations are encouraged. There are 21 groups of students competing to win a trophy. Audience members will judge the winners based on hair, makeup, nails and clothing. If you’d like to make a donation or purchase a raffle ticket, stop by the college or call 327-9784.

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WHAT IS THE WOUNDED HEROES FUND? The fund was started two years ago by Wendy Porter and her friends to help local wounded service members and their families in times of need. The fund has been active for 18 months and has raised approximately $150,000. The organization provides financial assistance and emotional support when soldiers return home to Kern County. “My dad was a Vietnam vet and they

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he fourth annual “Road to the Fair” Karaoke Contest kicks off next week, and organizers are looking forward to a summer filled with undiscovered talent. The six-week contest will be featured at at least eight locations in and around Bakersfield beginning Tuesday and continuing through the end of August. The winners of the regional location contests will determine who will take the Frontier Stage at the Kern County Fair on Sept. 27 and compete for $40,000 in cash and prizes as well as the titles of male and female vocalist of the year 2010. Thomas G. Robinson, male vocalist of the year in 2009, says he was thrilled to be selected as a finalist. A Russo’s Books business development representative by day and dedicated theater advocate by hobby, the competitor loved being in the spotlight at last year’s fair. “Having been singing for most of my life, it never gets old getting recognized for your efforts.” Teen Brianna Daniels was last year’s female vocalist. Each sponsoring location will name a male and female finalist to represent the establishment on stage at the fair. The contest is judged by a panel of local artists and national music label representatives. In addition to recognizing the singers, the contest will name “Location of the Year" and “KJ of the Year” titles. The contest is open to all ages, but

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Thomas G. Robinson was male vocalist of the year in 2009 at the “Road to the Fair” Karaoke Contest.

some age restrictions apply to the locations that don’t admit minors. Next week, contests will begin at Cataldo’s Pizza on Niles, Le Corusse Rouge, Tomi’s Cowgirl Cafe, Trout’s, Lone Oak Lounge, Ironhorse Saloon, and Rocket Shop Cafe; The Old River Monte Carlo Saloon is slated to begin

competitions July 22. Other locations may be added upon request. For more information, visit KaraokeInBakersfield.com, or call 633-1949. Kyle Brown works with Good Time Entertainment, which coordinates the contest.

Got talent? Learn to use it at music camp

uditions for a camp aimed at giving local young people advice and experience performing take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, and are by appointment only. As she did at last year’s camp, former “American Idol” contestant and Kern resident Amy Adams will mentor the participants, who range in age from 9 to 18. In an e-mail to The Californian, Karen Goh, executive director of Garden Pathways, offered an idea of what families can expect from the program: “Participants (in 2009) were given a real-world experience of music performance and recording. The youth received private and group vocal lessons from Adams. They learned singing, staging and recording techniques. Each youth then had the opportunity to record a song in a professional recording studio. For most, it was their first experience in a sound recording venue.”

Auditions for Garden Pathways Singing Camp with Amy Adams When: 7 p.m. Tuesday; auditions by appointment only Where: The Garden, 900 22nd St. Who: Camp limited to youth ages 9-18 Reservations: 323-8311

Audition slots must be reserved by calling 323-8311. Youths should prepare two songs, to be sung a cappella. The camp costs $175, but scholarships are available. The first camp runs from July 12-16; the second camp starts Aug. 9 and ends Aug. 13. Both camps run from 9 a.m. to noon and will feature showcase performances. Goh said last year’s students walked

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Former “American Idol” contestant Amy Adams, second from left, will mentor the participants in the Garden Pathways Singing Camp.

away with a foundation for building on their art. Goh quotes Kera Perry, 14, as saying: “I learned that no matter where you are or what stage you’re performing on, to be yourself because that’s the most important thing.”

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Eye Street Sunday 1856 Fourth of July Celebration, living history demonstrations of Army life at Fort Tejon, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fort Tejon State Historic Park, off Interstate 5 just north of Lebec. $5 adults; $3 children; children under 6 are free. Picnic lunch is recommended; park has no food concessions. 2486692. Bakersfield Blaze vs. San Jose Giants, with a fireworks show to follow the game Sunday, game begins at 7:45 p.m. Sunday through Tuesday, Sam Lynn Ball Park, 4009 Chester Ave. $5-$9. bakersfieldblaze.com or 716-HITS. Fireworks Display Show, with live music, refreshments, begins at 7:30 p.m. fireworks at 9 p.m., Tehachapi Depot, 101 W. Tehachapi Blvd, Tehachapi. $10 adults; $3 for ages 4-12, children under 4 are free. 821-0086. Tehachapi Community Orchestra, annual Pops Under the Stars Concert, with fireworks show, 7 p.m., Coy Burnett Football Stadium, East Tehachapi Boulevard, Tehachapi. 821-7511. Wasco’s annual Aerial Fireworks Display, at dusk, Barker Park/Babe Ruth Ballpark, 1280 Poplar Ave., Wasco. Free.

THEATER “Seussical Jr.,” for ages 6 to 18, morning session from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday, now until July 15; afternoon session from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, now until July 8, Bakersfield Music Theatre School of Performing Arts, 1927 Eye St. 716-0316 or 325-6100. 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.

ART Grand Opening Reception, of “A Computer Blaze of Colors” by Bill Tomlinson, with wine and hors d’oeuvres, 6 p.m. today, JP Jennings Gallery, 1700 Chester Ave. Exhibit on display through July 31. 324-900 or 325-5098. Mary Lou Slinkard, featured artist for July, Dagny’s Coffee Co., 1600 20th St. 634-0806. “On the Road Again,” group art show on display through August, Bakersfield Mazda, 3201 Cattle Drive. 328-8000. Cherice Hatton, featured artist for July, Russo’s, 9000 Ming Ave. russosbooks.com or 665-4686. “The Masterworks of Western Paintings,” “Best of the West: Bakersfield Collects,” and paintings by Aron Wiesenfeld, now on display until Aug. 22, Bakersfield Museum of Art, 1930 R St. bmoa.org or 323-7219. “Fashion Forward” Art Exhibit, by appointment only, on display until Aug. 5, The Micro Gallery, 6300 Coffee Road. 301-3283.

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. Basic Beading & Wire Wrapping Workshop, with Susi Klassen, private instruction or by appointment, The Bead Hut, 610 18th St. To schedule an appt., 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. 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, Kern County Museum, 3801 Chester Ave. 852-5050. 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, 589-7463 or 496-5153. 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 with Tom Corbett and Eric Hershkowitz, 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., jam session, 2 p.m. Sundays. 21 and over. myspace.com/vinnys_bar.

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

Classic Rock Buck Owens Crystal Palace,

GO & DO Wine Bar Flight, featuring Petite Sirah Flight, 2004 Madrigal, 2006 David Fulton, 2007 Bogle and more, 4 p.m. Friday, Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. Tastes, $3 to $5. 633-WINE. 2800 Buck Owens Blvd., 3287560; Token Okies, 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. Thursday. T-Bones Steakhouse, 8020 District Blvd., 398-1300; The Tony Ernst Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday. Iron Horse Saloon, 1821 S. Chester Ave., 831-1315; Left Coast Groovies, 8 p.m. Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday. The Old River Monte Carlo, 9750 Taft Highway, 837-0250; Sunday Snake Oil, 9 p.m. Friday and 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. Elevation Lounge, 818 Real Road, 325-6864; Noah Claunch and Mainstream, 9 p.m. Saturday. Pyrenees Cafe, 601 Sumner, 3230053; Twang Bangers, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday. Tejon Club, 117 El Tejon Ave., 3921747; 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. 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. Scottish Country Dancing, with the Kern County Scottish Society, beginners welcome, 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays, Norris Road Veterans Hall, upstairs, 400 W. Norris Road. 822-3998. Whirlaways Square Dance Club, with caller Rick Hampton, 7 to 9:30 p.m. every Monday, Norris Road Veteran’s Hall, 400 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. 3235215.

DJ Finish Line Sports Bar & Grill, inside the Red Lion Hotel, 2400 Camino Del Rio Court, 327-0681; 9 p.m. every Thursday. B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; DJ Wyld One, 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. Tam O’Shanter, 2345 Alta Vista, 324-6774: with DJ Escandalosa in the Mixx, 8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Tailgaters, 900 Truxtun Ave., Suite 110, 322-9800; 5 to 11 p.m. Tuesday.

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; Jazz Connection with Steve Eisen and Mark Meyer, 6 to 8 p.m. every Saturday.

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 with karaoke 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday. 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. 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. Vinny’s Bar & Grill, 2700 S. Union Ave., 7 p.m. Thursdays. 21 and over. myspace.com/ vinnys_bar. Banacek’s Lounge, 4601 State Road, 387-9224; 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 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. 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 Tilted Kilt, 2900 Calloway Drive, 587-6563; 7:30 to 11 p.m. Mondays; and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fridays. The Wrecking Yard, 9817 S. Union Ave., 827-9192; 7 to 10 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Buck Owens Crystal Palace, 2800 Buck Owens Blvd., 3287560; 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays. Caltado’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. 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 Prime Cut, 9500 Brimhall Road, 831-1413; karaoke with host Ben Lara, 8 p.m. Tuesdays. 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. 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.

Thursday, July 1, 2010 The Bakersfield Californian

Eye Street GO&DO Today Concerts by The Fountain, oldies, funk, Latin and country with Thee Majestics, 7 to 9 p.m., The Marketplace, 9000 Ming Ave. Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, noon, El Ranchito Restaurant, 1601 Panama Lane #110. 834-1939 or 633-5495. Hooters “Summer Car Nights,” open to all car and truck enthusiasts, 6 to 8 p.m., now until Aug. 26, Hooters, 4208 Rosedale Highway. 327-9711 ext. 242. Improv Comedy Show, with Center For Improv Attitude group, 7 to 9 p.m., Rocket Shop Cafe, 2000 S. Union Ave. $3 adults; $1 for children under 13. 832-4800. Adult Book Discussion, on “Mudbound,” 11:15 a.m., Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0745. Bookseller’s Book Group, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, in the cafe, 4001 California Ave. 6312575. “The Fisherman’s Wife,” presented by the Omnipresent Puppet Theater, 4 p.m., Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. 8580831. YMCA Accepting Outdoor Soccer Registrations, for children kindergarten through third grade. Season is from Aug. 2 to Oct. 2. Location of practice and games will be announced at a later time. $75 per child. Copy of birth certificate required at registration. 837-9622. Free Immunization Clinic, no appointment necessary, immunization cards required, 9 a.m. to noon, Wal-Mart Supercenter, parking lot, 6625 Colony St. 869-6740.

Friday Brenton Wood, doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m., Nile Theater, 1721 19th St. $28 plus fee; 21 and over only. vallitix.com or 3225200. Celebrate America with The Super Sonic Band and 1916, part of Best of Kern Concert Tour, 6:30 to 10 p.m., FruitvaleNorris Park, 6221 Norris Road. Fire Department & Search & Rescue Fundraiser, with a dunk tank, “Juice the Hillbilly,” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Vons Plaza, parking lot, 5520 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 760-379-1792. Independence Day Celebration, with a ribbon cutting by the Chamber of Commerce, with food, prizes, carnival booths, watermelon eating contest, dunk tank and fireworks, 4 to 7:30 p.m., Emeritus at Bakersfield, 8100 Westwold Drive. 6638400. Satinder Sartaaj, doors open at 7 p.m., begins at 8 p.m., Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $25-$150, tickets can be purchased at all local Indian stores or call Mandeep at 8891927. Swimsuit Drive at city pools; bring a new or gently used swimsuit at Jefferson, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., McMurtrey Aquatic Center from 1 to 5 p.m., or Silver Creek from 1 to 4 p.m. Bring a swimsuit and swim for free on Friday. 852-7430. Wine Bar Flight, featuring Petite Sirah Flight, 2004 Madrigal, 2006 David Fulton, 2007 Bogle and more, 4 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. Tastes, $3 to $5. 633-WINE.

Saturday Annual 4th of July Celebration, festivities begin with a barbecue at 6 p.m.; fireworks program begins at 9 p.m., Shafter High School Football Stadium, 526 Mannel Ave., Shafter. 746-2600.

Bakersfield Speedway, annual firework extravaganza show featuring Modifieds, Street Stocks, American Stocks, Mini Stock Powder Puff, gates open at 4:30 p.m.; races begin at 6 p.m., Bakersfield Speedway, 5001 N. Chester Ave. $18; $7 ages 6-12; under 5 free. bakersfieldspeedway.com or call 3933373. Blood Drive at Fireworks Stand VFW Post #97, benefitting Houchin Blood Bank, 8 a.m. to noon, at 5350 S. Union Ave. Enter to win a $100 fireworks package, also receive 25% off fireworks purchase when you donate blood. “Build a Periscope” Kids Workshop, 9 a.m. to noon, Home Depot. Free. homedepot.com or call 800-430-3376. Certified Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon, next to Golden State Mall, 3201 F St. Certified Organic Farmers Market, Artisan and Merchant Fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., runs through December, Caffeine Supreme lawn area, corner of F and 20th streets. 805-0430. E-Waste/Donation Drive, bring your unwanted electronics or other donations for the Salvation Army, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. the first Saturday of every month, Olive Drive Church, 5500 Olive Drive. 858-3474. 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. Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Brimhall Square, 9500 Brimhall Road. Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., "Nuui Cunni" Native American Cultural Center, 2600 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. 760-5490800. Fireworks, 9:15 p.m., at the end of Engineer Point, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. “Hairdressers for Heroes” Fundraiser, 11 a.m., Lyle’s Beauty College of Beauty, 2935 F St. 327-9784. Fourth of July Barbecue, with activities for children, musical entertainment, fireworks at the end, begins at 4 p.m., “Nuui Cunni” Native American Cultural Center, 2600 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Bring a chair. 760-549-0800. Live Jazz & Wine Bar, with Steve Eisen and friends, 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. 633-WINE. Shaila Durcal & Mariachi Sol de Mexico, 8 p.m., Rabobank Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $42.25-$147.25 plus fee. ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000. Star Spangled Spectacular Family Fun Day, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Delano, with music, food, activities for the whole family, 5 to 9 p.m., with fireworks show at 9:30 p.m., Delano Memorial Park, South Lexington, Delano. 725-1286. “The Fisherman’s Wife,” presented by the Omnipresent Puppet Theater, 11 a.m., Arvin Library, 201 Campus Drive, Arvin; and 2 p.m., Lamont Library, 8304 Segrue Road, Lamont. 858-0831. Twilight at CALM, with a wildlife presentation, scavenger hunt, 5:30 to 8 p.m., CALM, 10500 Alfred Harrell Highway. Regular admission prices apply; CALM members are free. calmzoo.org or 872-2256. Wild West Show, with The Tombstone Law Dawgs old west re-enactment gunfighter group, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Silver City Ghost Town, 3829 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Bodfish. $4.50 adults; $3.50 for children 12 and under, children 5 and under are free. 760-379-5146.

Thursday, July 1, 2010 The Bakersfield Californian

Eye Street 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. 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 Vinny’s Bar & Grill, 2700 S. Union Ave., hosted by Robert Spalding, 7 to 11 p.m. every Thursday. myspace.com/vinnys_bar.

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; rock DJ, 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Free. B. Ryder’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; Good Question, 9 p.m. Saturday. Rockstarz Party Bar, 7737 Meany Ave., Suite B5, 589-6749; Missing Autumn, 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Free.

Rock & Roll Iron Horse Saloon, 1821 S. Chester Ave., 831-1315; Two Timers, 8 p.m. to midnight Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday.

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 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; Angels & Outlaws with Gerri Boyd, 7 to 11 p.m. Friday; Road Dawgs, 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday; Noah Claunch and the Mainstream Band, 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday. Golden State Mall, 3201 F St., Dance to Joe Loco, duet every Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m.

UPCOMING EVENTS Monday 7/5 Exploring Varietals Series Wine Class, learn, explore and taste with certified sommelier Richard Gilpin, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. $50 for four classes. Classes the next four consecutive Mondays. 633-WINE. Recreational Swim Team, year round swim team, learn to develop swimming skills, strokes, techniques, abilities, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, McMurtrey Aquatic Center, 1325 Q St. $60 per month. www.bakersfieldswim.us or 8527430. 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. Summer Day Camp, for ages 4 to 12, from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, now until Aug. 20, Suburu School, 7315 Harris Road. $25 per day/per child. ymcaofkern.org or 837-9622. Summer Science Camp, “Earth, Space & Beyond,” for grades 1-3, learn about astronomy and paleontology; and “Air & Space,” for grades 4-8, learn about astronomy and space technology, 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday, Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, 2018 Chester Ave. $80; $70 members, includes midmorning snack, T-shirt and materials. 324-6350.

Tuesday 7/6 Auditions to Garden Pathways Singing Camp, with American Idol’s Amy Adams, for ages 9 to 18, 7 p.m., The Garden Community Center (entrance on P St.), 900 22nd St. Admission to the camp is by audition only. Be prepared to sing two songs a cappella. 3238311. Bowling Camp, for ages 5 to 17, 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, July 6-27, AMF Southwest Lanes, 3610 Wible Road. $60, includes shoes/ball. 326-3866. Culinary Arts Program Gourmet Dinners, by BC’s culinary students, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

GO & DO Swimsuit Drive at city pools; bring a new or gently used swimsuit at Jefferson, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., McMurtrey Aquatic Center from 1 to 5 p.m., or Silver Creek from 1 to 4 p.m. Bring a swimsuit and swim for free on Friday. 852-7430. Tuesday through Thursday, now through July 15, Bakersfield College, Renegade Room, 1801 Panorama Drive. $10.95; take-out meals available. Reservations required, 395-4441.

Wednesday 7/7 Bakersfield Blaze vs. Modesto Nuts, 7:45 p.m. Wednesday through Friday (Navy events on Friday), Sam Lynn Ballpark, 4009 Chester Ave. $5-$9. bakersfieldblaze.com or 716-HITS. Farmers Market, 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Kern County Department of Public Health, 1800 Mt. Vernon Ave. 868-0328. Film Club, with Cody Meek, discussing the films of Stanley Kubrick, 7 p.m., Barnes and Noble, 4001 California Ave. 631-2575. First Wednesday, topic “Going to the Birds” with wood carver Ed Bue, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Bakersfield Museum of Art, 1930 R St. $4 non members. 323-7219. Free Immunization Clinic, no appointment necessary, immunization cards required, 9 a.m. to noon, Walgreeens, parking lot, 40 Chester Ave. 869-6740. Nutrition Workshop, hosted by The Network for a Healthy California and the Kern County Superintendent of Schools; learn the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables, 4 p.m., Claude W. Richardson Child Development Center, 1515 Feliz Drive. Free; children are welcome. E-mail kthompson@kern.org or 6364668. Songwriters’ Showcase, hosted by Chuck Seaton and Billy Russell, 7 p.m., The Prime Cut, 9500 Brimhall Road. 831-1413. “The Golden 10” Screen Writing Course, four-week course taught by Vicki-KykerJameson, 7 to 9 p.m., Southland Mobile Home Park (Rec Room), 1301 Taft Highway and Highway 99. $125. 831-2046.

Thursday 7/8 Adult Book Discussion, on “The Lovely Bones,” 11:15 a.m., also, movie showing of “The Lovely Bones” from 6 to 8 p.m., Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave.

868-0745. Concerts by The Fountain, rock and classic oldies with Triple Threat, 7 to 9 p.m., The Marketplace, 9000 Ming Ave. Free Immunization Clinic, no appointment necessary, immunization cards required, 9 a.m. to noon, Wal-Mart, parking lot, 2601 Fashion Place. 869-6740. Hooters “Summer Car Nights,” open to all car and truck enthusiasts, 6 to 8 p.m. y, now until Aug. 26, Hooters, 4208 Rosedale Highway. 327-9711 ext. 242. “Make A Splash” Summer Reading Program, at all Kern County Libraries, now through July 31. kerncountylibrary.org. Mystery & Adventure Book Group, with host Marcia Stephens, 7 p.m., Barnes and Noble, in the cafe, 4001 California Ave. 631-2575.

Friday 7/9 Navy League Luncheon, with Cmdr. Chris Collins discussing the status of the Navy and what Bakersfield has meant to the Navy, 11:30 a.m., Victor Victoria’s Restaurant, 1623 19th St. 3420604. Storytime, with Navy sailors, 10:30 a.m., Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0701. Wine Bar Flight, featuring Petite the Wines of Flora Springs, 2006 Trilogy, 2007 Cabernet Wild Boar and more, 4 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. Tastes, $6 to $9. 633-WINE.

Saturday 7/10 Bakersfield Rescue Mission Back to School Supply Drive, donations of school supplies, including paper, pencils, pens, glue, notebooks, and more can be brought to seven different locations, now through Aug. 10: KAXL 88.3 FM, 110 S. Montclair St., Ste. 205; Hope Christian Store (two locations), 7850 White Lane or 3000 Mall View Road (East Hills Mall); Kern Security Systems, 2701 Fruitvale Ave.; Dream Maker Bath & Kitchen, 5880 District Blvd.; Marcy Parmley Farmers Insurance Agency, 3612 Coffee Road; Bakersfield Rescue Mission, 816 E. 21st St. 3250863, ext. 219. Book signing, with authors Ron and Brenda Brandon of “The Growing Place,” noon, Borders, 4980 Stockdale Highway. 3289800. 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. “Exterior Paint & Stains,”; 11 a.m. to noon “Installing Laminate Flooring,”; 1 to 2 p.m. “Energy Saving Products for the Summer,”; and Sunday class: 1 to 2 p.m. “First Aid for Your Yard,” Home Depot.

homedepot.com or call 800-4303376. Free Immunization Clinic, no appointment necessary, immunization cards required, 8 a.m. to noon, Ranch Market, parking lot, 2705 S. H St.. 8696740. Grand Hollywood Premier Gala, presented by the American Cancer Society of Kern County; recapture the essence of old Hollywood with gala honoree Wendy Wayne, vintage cars, food, auction treasures, live entertainment, 6 p.m., Stockdale Country Club, 7001 Stockdale Highway. 327-7827. Introduction to Therapeutic Lifestyle, with a class being offered and low impact exercise program, on certain Saturdays now through September, Natural Options, 2020 20th St. 327-4220. Lewis Black, with special guest, 8 p.m., Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $39.50 to $49.50 plus fee. vallitix.com or 324-1369. Live Jazz & Wine Bar, with Steve Eisen and friends, 6 to 8 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. 633-WINE. Parents’ Night Out, open to children 4 to 12, with pizza, ice cream, bounce house, crafts, games, sports, 5:30 to 9 p.m., YMCA of Kern County, 5880 District Blvd., #13. $20 nonmembers; free to members. 837-9622. Spanish Storytime, with Clara Castillo, 3 p.m., Barnes and Noble, 4001 California Ave. 631-2575. Street Teams, opportunity to reach the hurting and needy parts of our community with food, love and prayer, 10:30 a.m., Jesus Shack, 1326 30th St. jesusshack.com or call 324-0638. Twilight at CALM, with a wildlife presentation, scavenger hunt, 5:30 to 8 p.m., CALM, 10500 Alfred Harrell Highway. Regular admission prices apply; CALM members are free. calmzoo.org or 872-2256. Yokuts Park Fun Run, practice racing and earn points, 7 a.m., Yokuts Park, Empire Drive off Truxtun Avenue. No fee. bakersfieldtrackclub.com or 2034196 or 391-7080.

Sunday 7/11 Bear Valley Springs Horse Show, classes in halter, showmanship, English and Western, jumping, reining and trail, 8:30 a.m., Bear Valley Springs Equestrian Center, 25101 Bear Valley Road, Tehachapi. Free for spectators but fee for participating. Bear Valley Springs is a gated community. Call for a gate pass to attend. 821-3911, 821-3960 or 972-6617. Beer Bus to Kern River Brewing Company, taste beers, tour the facility with host brewmaster and owner Kyle, lunch will follow, bus departs at 10 a.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. $39 per person; refreshments/snacks provided on bus. 633-WINE.