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The Bakersfield Californian Thursday, July 15, 2010

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Index New museum curator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Maya Cinemas anniversary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Bill Pickett Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Arts Alive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Spotlight Award winners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 The Lowdown with Matt Munoz . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 “Urinetown” review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Snoop Dogg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Editor Jennifer Self | Phone 395-7434 | e-mail jself@bakersfield.com

How to become a natural beauty Workshop to offer tips on saving earth — and your skin

BY HILLARY HAENES Californian staff writer hhaenes@bakersfield.com

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o longer the radical movement it started out as in the tree-hugging, hippie-loving, sit-in and lock-out 1960s, the green movement has changed.

Consider the case of Sophie Uliano, a successful author and supporter of living green: She shops at Target, dyes her hair, paints her nails and eats meat. But Uliano, a frequent guest on television shows like “Oprah” and “The View,” practices an earth-friendly lifestyle.

And she acknowledges it’s impossible to live a perfectly green life.

Uliano will bring her common-sense approach to Bakersfield, where she will instruct residents on skin care and other beauty concerns at Greenshops, 7737 Meany Ave. Tickets to the Saturday workshop are going fast, but several were still available Wednesday.

In her latest book, “Do It Gorgeously: Simple Steps to a Less Toxic, Less Expensive, and More Beautiful Life,” she instructs women to follow a beauty regimen that will make them more conscious of their impact on the earth.

“I have always been active in the sense that I was raised to be green, only it wasn’t called green then, it was called common sense,” Uliano said.

Uliano learned to be conscious of the environment from her mother, who was all about frugality and saving everything.

“I think I just had an epiphany when I got pregnant. I realized we are trashing our environment and that’s what set me on this path,” Uliano said.

She questioned how a regular woman could live a fun and easy green life without compromising her style.

“I think the first step toward becoming greener is to think in terms of health.

Don’t think of global warming or the oil spill — those are issues we can’t really do anything about,” Uliano said.

She suggests examining eating habits and what people plaster on their skin, which is how Uliano got into creating her own products from ingredients she had at home.

“I consider it healthy living. It’s made such a difference in my life,” said Jennifer Jordan, co-owner of Greenshops boutique.

Since Jordan changed her habits, she said her skin has improved, she feels healthier, has lost weight and saved money.

A perception about the green movement is that eco-friendly products are more expensive, but Uliano said people will actually save money if they make their own products.

Where to start? Uliano said try replacing all-purpose cleaner, skin care products,

PHOTO COURTESY OF SOPHIE ULIANO

Sophie Uliano is a successful author and supporter of living green.

SOPHIE ULIANO’S GENTLE FACIAL EXFOLIATING SCRUB Uliano will make this inexpensive scrub made from basic kitchen ingredients at Saturday’s beauty event.

1 cup of ground oatmeal 1 ⁄2 cup of dry lavender flowers; flowers stripped off stalks (optional) 1 ⁄2 cup of powdered milk (whole or non-fat is fine) 2 teaspoons of cornmeal filtered water Step one: Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl before transferring to a sealable container.

Step two: To use, combine 1 tablespoon of the scrub with enough filtered water to form a thick paste. Gently massage in circular motions over your face and neck. Rinse with warm water and pat your skin dry.

Yields: Approximately 16 ounces of scrub Application: Use three times a week Storage: 16-ounce plastic or glass container Shelf life: 6 months pesticide spray for the garden and flea spray for pets.

Some key ingredients consumers should avoid are fragrances, parabens and Sodium Laurel Sulfate (SLS), Uliano said.

“Look for a much shorter ingredient list.

If you see a lot of numbers, letters and abbreviations — avoid it.”

While eco-friendly products won’t necessarily make you look better, Uliano said, they will perform well and are much healthier for people’s skin.

And just because Bakersfield isn’t a metropolitan city with specialty eco-friendly stores on every corner, residents can still find green products. National chain stores

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Gorgeously Green Day

Instead of using chlorine bleach or other household cleaners, buy some hydrogen peroxide and keep it in an opaque spray bottle (the opacity helps slow down decomposition). Use it once a day on countertops, doorknobs and bathroom. Uliano says it kills just as many germs as anti-bacterial products and is less expensive.

Sophie Uliano’s skincare workshop 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday Greenshops, 7737 Meany Ave. Suite B-3 $30, by reservation; store closed to the public 587-6477 or visit greenshops.com.

— Courtesy of Sophie Uliano

like Target, Walgreens or Rite-Aid carry some of her favorite brands of skincare products like Physicians Formula and Burt’s Bees.

For more tips and do-it-yourself recipes, visit Uliano’s website, gorgeouslygreen.com.

Sophie Uliano book signing Lassen’s 39th anniversary event 11 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday Lassen’s Natural Foods-Vitamins, 4308 California Ave. Free book signing; books can be purchased at Lassen’s 324-6990 or visit lassens.com

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Face it: Makeup isn’t cheap But with tips, you can shop smart and look great

BY HILLARY HAENES Californian staff writer hhaenes@bakersfield.com

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hether you’re looking for a fun time with girlfriends, confused about properly applying makeup or want to pick up money-saving tips, reserve a spot for a one-hour tutorial with David Hernandez at Sephora on Friday.

Hernandez, senior regional educator and makeup artist for MAKE UP FOR EVER, has worked with many celebrities, including Jordin Sparks, John Stamos, Tia Carrere and Lady Gaga.

“We had two sessions with 40 seats and we sold out of those,” said Leticia Garza, director at Sephora Bakersfield. Garza asked Hernandez if he would be willing to open a third session, at 4 p.m., and he agreed.

“It’s a seminar for women that really, truly want information and are scared to ask. So many women are scared and they shouldn’t be — you’re your own boss,” Hernandez said.

Being your own boss also means not feeling obligated to purchase every product a makeup consultant puts on your face at a swanky department store. Hernandez advises women to stick with the basics and not be fooled by the flash.

“I am a little cheap. I always put myself in a woman’s position. I never automatically assume the woman is going to take everything,” Hernandez said.

He recommends finding products that can be used for multiple features, such as a cream blush applied to the eyes, cheeks and lips.

“What’s funny is people don’t understand that one color can look like so

TIPS AND TRICKS FROM DAVID HERNANDEZ Skincare is more important than makeup. “Being a makeup artist, I feel like if you don’t take care of your skin, you’re going to have to use more coverage. It’s better to take care of your skin than to cover it.”

Wear sunscreen and waterproofeverything during the summer. “SPF is always important, no matter if you’re black, white, green, purple, whatever.

You have to have a sunscreen.”

Favorite natural brand: Ole Henriksen (pronounced “ooh-lah”) “I’ve seen results using it on clients and myself.

It’s affordable.”

Loves: Josie Maran Bear Naked Wipes for makeup removal. “Don’t rely on

Tutorial with celeb makeup artist David Hernandez When: Noon, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Friday Where: Sephora at Valley Plaza Mall, 2701 Ming Ave. Cost: $40 reservation fee in the form of a gift card that can be redeemed for products Information: 832-6300. Both the noon and 6 p.m. sessions are full, but there are several more reservations left for the 4 p.m. session. There will be a DJ between sessions, and the doors will be open to the public all day.

many different colors,” said Hernandez, who gave as an example orange blush. If you use a tiny bit and rub it in, the color can appear peachy, but if it is applied straight on, the color will be orange.

cleanser to just take your makeup off.”

Buy highly pigmented eye shadow: “When you do your eye shadow, do it strong. Strong as in, use enough product. When you leave in the morning, it will look strong, but by the fifth hour, it will look perfect.”

Lips: “I feel that you should always have a lip product — lipstick, gloss or chap stick — because your lips should always look moisturized.”

Don’t skip: “You should never leave home without tinted moisturizer, powder, liquid foundation or concealer because once our complexion looks absolutely amazing and perfect, you don’t need much more makeup.”

Another major concept to master is the proper color and application of foundation, Hernandez said. Women need to try multiple products to find what works for them.

“There are so many kinds of foundation, but for the everyday woman, she needs to go outside or find the best lighting in the store,” Hernandez said.

This isn’t Hernandez’s first trip to the area. He comes to town every six to eight weeks to train the Sephora beauty experts on new tricks.

“His greatest gift is his ability to teach others and that’s why I really wanted him to do this tutorial so that everyone in the community can pick up the tips and tricks he teaches my artists,” Garza said.

Sephora has had events in the past, but not one at this level. One of Garza’s favorites was when artists for the cosmetics company Urban Decay prepared makeup for rodeo girls at the Kern County Fair.

Local artist plucked for BMoA curator post

BY JENNIFER SELF Californian lifestyles editor jself@bakersfield.com

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hy import someone from an art capital like Los Angeles or San Francisco when you have who you need right under your nose?

That seems to be the thinking with Wednesday’s announcement that respected local painter Vikki Cruz, 29, has been appointed curator of the Bakersfield Museum of Art. “I think being born and raised here, there is this sort of devotion to my hometown,” Cruz, still a little stunned at the news, said in a phone interview Wednesday.

“I know a lot of people in this community and they’ve been great and supportive. My loyalties are with this town and community and I really want to see it flourish in the arts.”

While acknowledging the local-girlmakes-good story is a pretty decent angle for a newspaper article, BMoA Executive Director Bernie Herman said it was more

than that that convinced him and three museum board members to hire Cruz.

“The experience here was a plus, but she did an outstanding job in presentation and interview Cruz and gave us the confidence she could do it. She has a terrific art eye.”

Cruz replaces Emily Falke, who recently left to take the curator position at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Cruz lavished praise on her predecessor, with whom she worked closely on curatorial duties at the museum.

“I think she has done a tremendous job and I think she got the museum to a really great place,” Cruz said. “My goal is to keep the momentum of her legacy going.”

As curator, Cruz, a UC Berkeley grad, will be responsible for the planning of exhibits and the care of all art belonging or lent to the museum. She will oversee the design and installation of exhibits and

is responsible for maintaining records of the museum's permanent collection, according to a museum media release.

Herman noted Cruz’s influence won’t be obvious at first because exhibits have been booked for the next 18 months.

Until a few weeks ago, Cruz co-owned and operated Surface Gallery in downtown Bakersfield. In fact, she was holding out hope she could find a new partner and reopen the gallery — until the call from the museum, that is.

But now her life is so full she doubts (as does her boss) that she’ll have much time to paint for a while.

“I will never stop painting. I love, love, love to paint. I’ll probably paint for me.”

At a time when funds for culture are even more scarce than usual —Herman projects a loss next year, the first in his six years at the museum’s helm — finding work at a well-regarded museum is as good as it gets for an artist. And no one knows that better than Cruz.

“I think it’s huge. How much further can you go in this town from here?”

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Maya Cinemas marks first year Downtown theater throws birthday fete

Maya Cinemas First Anniversary Where: Maya Cinemas, 1000 California Ave. When: Today, Friday and Saturday Activities: Free popcorn with each paid admission, all three days; Friday: birthday cake judging at the 12:01 a.m. premiere of “Inception”; Saturday: children's activities — bounce houses, facepainting, noon to 5 p.m.

BY SUSAN SCAFFIDI Contributing writer

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aya Cinemas is throwing a birthday party to mark its first year of operation in Bakersfield, and there's a lot to celebrate.

“We are really happy with people accepting the theater and the experience,” said Maya Cinemas president Frank Haffar.

The experience has included the latest technology, including three 3-D auditoriums; stadium seating with leather recliner seats; various discounts on food and admissions; foreign-language films and indie films included in the lineup. Haffar said the theater sold 700,000 tickets in its first year of operation, and expects to finish 2010 with over 1.2 million tickets sold, with ticket prices ranging from $9 for regular format films, to $12 for 3-D movies.

“We did our best to charge the least amount we can and still maintain quality and obtain firstrun movies,” said Haffar, who added the price structure will remain the same next year.

Because Maya Cinemas' business plan targets redevelopment areas, plenty of others have been watching the theater's progress as well.

“A lot of people were concerned about safety,” said Downtown Business Association president

CASEY CHRISTIE / THE CALIFORNIAN

Maya Cinemas sold 700,000 tickets its first year of operation and is looking to move 1.2 million this year.

Cathy Butler.

Butler said downtown business owners were worried about loitering, car break-ins and other crimes associated with large groups of people gathering downtown at night.

“Everyone I talked to — individuals, business owners — they feel very safe,” Butler said. “They're thrilled with the amenities.”

Butler credits the theater, as well as the Mill Creek development, with encouraging new housing development downtown.

“That's exactly what that's intended for,” Butler said. “The amenities there, that will induce people to want to live there.”

According to city economic development director Donna Kunz, businesses also want to “live” downtown.

“We had dead silence on our property for the last three years,” Kunz said, referring to the 10-acre parcel the city owns on Q Street near the theater. “Now we've been flooded with inquiries in the last 90 days, and are in serious negoti-

ations with four companies.”

Kunz said she believes the activity is occurring now because banks are finally starting to lend again. But she credits the theater's success for the interest.

“The first question out of their mouths is, 'how is the theater doing?'” Kunz said.

Kunz said plans for the city's 10 acres, plus plans Maya has for its own property, will complete the transformation of that section of downtown.

“This time next year we'll have

quite an entertainment district down there,” Kunz said.

So, what should we expect from the theater in its second year?

“I think we're learning that we should have shade and trellises on the outside so people who have to wait in line have shade,” said Haffar, who hopes to add a restaurant in the theater this year as long as the economy is “up for that.”

Maya Cinemas has a policy of community involvement, including ties with charities, schools and promotion of the arts. Haffar pointed to some activities this first year, working with schools to honor top students, promotions with the Alliance Against Family Violence, Toys for Tots and other groups. Haffar said he hopes to see more activity this year.

“It just takes time to get to know the needs of the community,” Haffar said. “That first year was really more of a learning experience.”

Bakeries vie for best cake — and you’re the judge

BY SUSAN SCAFFIDI Contributing writer

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onsidering that every other show on cable seems to revolve around a cake competition, the craze was bound to hit Bakersfield.

And now it has.

In a perfect blend of crosspromotion and audience participation, Maya Cinemas is inviting patrons to pick the best cake from among four competing local bakeries for the theater’s first anniversary.

According to Maya Cinemas theater manager Jeremy England, the contest will start at 10 p.m. today. The first 25 people in line at that time for the premiere showing of “Inception,” the new thriller starring Leonardo DiCaprio, will get to judge the cakes, all of which are supposed to be able to serve 25 people. Maya Cinemas headquarters office manager Nadine Haffar said the

cakes will be judged on creativity, presentation and taste.

Four bakeries accepted the theater’s invitation: Sweet Surrender, Keepsake Kakes, Frosting, Ink, and Gimmee Some Sugar. All four are known for their originality.

“People are pretty much getting used to us doing the crazy cakes in town,” said Stephanie Caughell, owner of Gimmee Some Sugar.

Caughell said coming up with the design of the cake was the easy part.

“I’m a little traumatized having to decide what flavor,” Caughell said.

So, what flavor is the cake?

Caughell won’t tell. But she did say the cake would have a “wow factor.”

Sweet Surrender bakery is bringing out its new secret weapon: cake decorator Debbie Brule. The pastry chef with the oh-so-appropriate last

name has quite a pedigree.

“She trained at Four Seasons,” said store manager Aaron Bowers. “She was the executive pastry chef for Exxon Mobil.”

Bowers said the cake’s flavor will come as no surprise to many — it’s the bakery’s signature red velvet, which has been singled out by Californian restaurant critic Pete Tittl, Bowers noted. But having Brule on board allows the bakery to expand.

“We’ve always focused on flavor, and now that (Brule’s) part of our team we can focus on decorations,” Bowers said.

Bowers said the team’s cake will include Mayan and Old Hollywood themes.

By playing to her strengths, Frosting, Ink owner Sheila Heninger is going down an entirely different path.

“My specialty is doing cupcakes,” Heninger said. “So I

won’t be doing a cake; I will be doing cupcakes.”

With just two years of operation behind her, Keepsake Kakes owner Victoria Eccleston is the youngest bakery business in the group. Eccleston said she also views the contest as a great advertising opportunity, a chance to show off her versatility.

“I’ll try or do anything the client wants,” Eccleston said.

“I see it as being ‘it’s not my cake, it’s their cake.’”

Eccleston said she’s making a neapolitan-flavored, movie theater-themed cake complete with popcorn and soda.

England said the winning bakery will receive a full month of free advertising on the theater’s screens.

“It’s actually a really good gift,” England said.

England said all the cakes will be photographed and posted on the Maya website.

HENRY A. BARRIOS / THE CALIFORNIAN

Stephanie Caughell, owner of Gimmee Some Sugar Cake Design & Cupcakes, is passionate about her creations, including this red velvet cupcake.

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After year off, rodeo rides back into town Event celebrates black cowboys’ role

BY MIRANDA WHITWORTH Contributing writer

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eritage and horsemanship come together as the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo hits the Kern County Fairgrounds today.

Billed as “The Greatest Show on Dirt” (a slogan shared by the Bakersfield Speedway), the event is giving rodeo fans a look at the influence African-Americans have had on the sport and America's history when it comes to building the West.

Local organizer Gloria Pattersonn says bringing an all-black rodeo to town is an important learning tool for Bakersfield's young black community.

“They need to know that the rodeo is part of our heritage and that we played a part in moving west,” she said. “Rodeo is a big part of black history.”

The rodeo, which has stopped in Bakersfield several times before, bypassed Kern County last year. But Pattersonn lobbied for the return of the event.

“I asked them if they could come back because it's just so important to

Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo When: Gates open at 6:30 p.m.; competition starts at 7:30 p.m. today Where: Kern County Fairgrounds Grandstand, 1142 S. P St. Admission: $10 adults; $7, children; $15, box seats Information: 703-7955 or 866-LU-RODEO, or billpickettrodeo.com

our community. They are hitting big cities like Oakland, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and then coming to little Bakersfield. This is a big deal!”

Formed in 1984, the rodeo is named for Bill Pickett, a black cowboy who, in the 1880s, was credited with inventing a form of cattle wrangling call “bulldogging,” where a cowboy wrestles a steer to the ground.

According to Billpickettrodeo.com, Pickett is said to have developed the style after watching the technique of ranch dogs that could round up cattle in thick brush where lassos weren't effective.

Pickett was hired to perform his talent at rodeos across the West. He

eventually settled down to work and perform for the 101 Ranch in what is now Marland, Okla.

He died in 1932.

City Councilwoman Irma Carson, executive director of Ebony Counseling Center, says the ability of the rodeo to put a spotlight on great figures in black history is the reason her organization jumped on board as a sponsor of the event.

“People didn't realize the history associated with African-Americans in the rodeo. By bringing the rodeo here year after year, we have all learned a lot.

“And it's not just for the black community. Kern County itself is a big rodeo town. Everyone loves it.”

Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and competition begins at 7:30 p.m. this evening at the Kern County Fairgrounds. Vendors will offer everything from western wear and gear to barbecue. In between the roping and riding, attendees can take part in karaoke and the Best Dressed Cowboy and Cowgirl contests.

Pattersonn says she didn't want the Bakersfield leg of the rodeo to be a spectator sport. “You can get your food, shop around, listen to music and mingle! There is something for everyone.”

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Eye Street Camille Gavin CONTRIBUTING COLUMNIST

A zany trip to ‘Wonderland’ NOR staging of ‘Alice’ unleashes the fun

GO & DO NOR Junior Theatre’s ‘Alice in Wonderland’

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irector Vickie Strickland has loosened the reins on NOR Junior Theatre’s production of “Alice in Wonderland” by injecting a strong dose of imaginative creativity.

And from her description, it sounds to me like a whole lot of fun for the 130-member production as well as the audience.

“It’s in the steam-punk style — a marriage of different styles through the ages,” she said. “It’s got the Victorian age, the Industrial Revolution — lots of gears and clocks — and a little of the old Wild West.”

To help the audience understand what’s going on, Alice, played by Gina Chrisco, will be trailed by a narrator, Ariel Clark, who explains what’s going on. But to add to the confusion, nothing the narrator says makes sense.

“It’s wild and zany,” Strickland said. “Things in Wonderland are twisted and the costumes aren’t the typical styles either.”

For example, Annie Bardet, the Cheshire Cat, is dressed in pink and purple polka dots and kneehigh socks; Kelsey Gaines, the Queen of Hearts, wears a red corset; Michael O’Hearn, as the King of Hearts, is clad in kilts; and Kaitlin Lang, who portrays Dodo, wears Converse high-tops and an aviator cap. Others in lead roles are Jordan Medina (the White Rabbit) and Bethany Ricks (Queen of Diamonds).

Caitlin Murphy, who’s been involved in NOR productions since child-

When: 7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday Where: North High auditorium, 300 Galaxy Ave. Admission: $7 Information: 392-2000

Larry Jason’s ‘Bakersfield Icons’ When: 5:30 p.m. today Where: Farmacy at the Padre Hotel, 18th and H streets Admission: Free Information: 634-9598

‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ PHOTO COURTESY OF VICKIE STRICKLAND

Some of the stars of “Alice in Wonderland,” from left: Gina Chrisco, Alice; Kelsey Gaines, Queen of Hearts; Michael O'Hearn, King of Hearts; and Bethany Ricks, Queen of Diamonds.

hood — Strickland says she “grew up” in Junior Theatre — designed the costumes.

This is Strickland’s second adaptation of the classic Lewis Carroll novel. She and Julie Gaines revised a script written in 2004 by Strickland and Stephen Bradshaw.

New music has also been added to the current version. It was composed by Rose Taylor, a recent North High graduate who will attend Bakersfield College in the fall. Becky and Mike O’Hearn will provide the accompaniment, using a hammered dulcimer, keyboard and percussion.

Signs of other times If you’ve been a Bakersfield resident for more than three or four

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

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decades, you’ll remember the infamous “Sun, Fun, Stay, Play” sign on Highway 99 that once welcomed visitors to our fair city.

Artist Larry Jason has made a brilliantly colored screen print of that sign along with other notable icons from earlier eras. A reception opening an exhibit of his work is being held this evening in Farmacy at the Padre Hotel. It’s hosted by the hotel and Don Martin of Metro Galleries.

‘Spelling Bee’ at the Empty Space Director Amy Hall says there’ll be plenty of chances for audience

participator in the Empty Space’s production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” “Each night four people will be chosen to compete in the bee,” she said. “With that variety and a variety of spelling words it’s a different show every night.”

This is the third time this year the musical has been performed locally — Bakersfield High and Stars have both done it — so if Hall manages to give it a different look that’s all to the good.

A musical comedy, it’s about a group of nerdy overachievers with unusual backgrounds who gather to see who wins the title of champion speller.

The cast includes Justin Brooks, Taylor Lozano, Jessica Merritt, Jason Monroe, Tessa Ogles, Kimber Peaker-Lozano, Lorenzo Salazar, Kristina Saldana and Jack Slider.

“Spelling Bee,” a 2005 Tonyaward winner, was written by

When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday Where: The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. Admission: Free, donations welcomed Information: 327-PLAY

‘The Villain of Mystery Island’ When: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday When: Gaslight Melodrama, 12748 Jomani Drive Admission: Evening shows: $20; $18, seniors; $9, children. Sunday matinees: $18; $9, students and children Information: 587-3377

An Evening of Musicians When: 7 p.m. Saturday Where: Huber Chapel, First Congregational Church, 5 Real Road Admission: Free Information: 932-3851

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Eye Street Rachel Sheinkin and William Finn. It opens on Friday and continues on weekends through Aug. 17.

Young musicians concert

New show at Gaslight “The Villain of Mystery Island” opened last Friday at the Gaslight Melodrama and Music Hall. It’s a tale involving pirates and veterinarians, which sounds like a pretty wild mixture to me.

The play was written by David Chapelle of Lincoln, Neb. Michael Prince, artistic director, noted that the Gaslight has done Chapelle’s scripts in the past. He likes presenting them because they are written in a way that fosters improvisation.

“His (Chapelle’s) play really lends itself to hilarious interpretation,” Prince said.”It’s like theater of the ridiculous.”

The show stars Jay Stodder, Greg Ramsdell, Jill Burdick, Ken Burdick, Jennifer Prince and Shaylan Trone.

Coryn McBride, a member of Gaslight’s permanent company, is the director.

By the way, “My Big Fat Oildale Wed-

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Ken and Jennifer Prince appear in "The Villain of Mystery Island."

ding” came out on top in the voting for best show of 2009. Gaslight will present it again starting Aug. 20 to celebrate the melodrama’s fifth anniversary.

Robert Hamilton came up with the idea of offering a free Saturday evening concert involving about 15 fellow singers and musicians.

“It came about simply because I have a passion for music and I couldn’t imagine my summer without some sort of performing,” Hamilton said. “I decided to try to pull together a variety of musicians to perform just for the love of sharing their gift with community.”

And even though he’s an accomplished bass-baritone, Hamilton is strictly the coordinator — he won’t be among those performing.

Featured performers are Kevin Calvin and Natosha Ramirez in a clarinet and cello duet by Mozart, and pianist Tommy Zhu, who will play a Chopin ballad.

All of the performers are music majors and all but one, a senior at Garces High, are students at Cal State Bakersfield as is Hamilton. The concert is sponsored by Grace Episcopal Church.

And the awards went to ...

Spotlight names ‘Parade’ best show THE BAKERSFIELD CALIFORNIAN

On Sunday, Spotlight Theatre held its John Swanson Awards at Metro Galleries. The awards, named for the theater’s first technical director, who died of cancer four years ago, recognized the best performances and productions of the 2009-2010 season. For the awards, anyone who had seen a majority of the theater’s eight shows this season was eligible to vote in 21 categories. (The Spotlight Board Award, recognizing those who have helped the theater the most over a period of time, was decided before voting.)

Best Show of the 2009-2010 season “Parade” Favorite Scenic Design “Rent” Favorite Lighting Design “The Secret Garden” and “Parade” (tie) Favorite Costume Design “Parade” Favorite Sound Design “Rent” Best Ensemble of the 2009-2010 season “Rent” Best Male Performance in a OneAct Play Rikk Cheshire in “Sure Thing” Best Female Performance in a One-Act Play Carolyn Fox in “Words, Words, Words” Best Actress in a Leading Role (Musical) Abby Friedman as Lucille Frank in “Parade” Best Actress in a Supporting Role

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J.D. Morris, foreground, and other cast members appear in “Parade.”

(Musical) Anne O’Neill as Martha in “The Secret Garden” Best Actress in a Featured Role (Musical) Ellie Garber as Mary Phagan in “Parade” Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Play) Tessa Ogles as Benvolio in “Romeo & Juliet” Best Actress in a Leading Role (Play) Teri Gann as Ma Joad in “The Grapes of Wrath” Best Actress in a Featured Role (Play) Joyce Weingarden as Gramma in “The Grapes of Wrath” The Spotlight Award Carolyn Fox Spotlight Board Award

Zane and Amy Smith Best Actor in a Leading Role (Musical) Hal Friedman as Leo Frank in “Parade” Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Musical) Alex Neal as Angel in “Rent” Best Actor in a Featured Role (Musical) Steven Little as Newt in “Parade” Best Actor in a Leading Role (Play) Jon Sampson as Lee in “True West” Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Play) Brian Sivesind as Friar in “Romeo & Juliet” Best Actor in a Featured Role (Play) Norman Colwell as Grandpa in “The Grapes of Wrath”

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ocals who thought they spotted Korn lead-vocalist Jonathan Davis around Bako this past week weren't crazy from the heat.

Using the wonders of technology, Davis was able to hit many national media outlets via local Clear Channel Radio to promote the release of their new CD. While many appearances are kept secret by the Korn camp, KRAB radio jock Miranda Whitworth described a close encounter of the painful kind with Davis as he scurried out of their office one morning.

“I was running up the stairs, Jon was running down, and we bumped into each other,” said Whitworth. “I accidentally stepped on his foot with my heel and kept going. I was in such a hurry I didn’t realize it was him until afterwards. Sorry, Jon!” Davis was unable to be reached for comment on the condition of his tender toes, but we’re sure he’s fine. The band headlined the Rockstar Mayhem festival at Devore’s San Manuel Amphitheater on Saturday to great reviews. Korn’s new CD — “KORN III: Remember Who You Are” is out now in various editions, including limited edition red vinyl, or special fan packaging with CD/DVD combo packs. You can also watch the band’s recently filmed cornfield concert, “The Encounter,” filmed off South Union in Bakersfield at the band’s MySpace. You have to see it to believe it.

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Interview with reggae-punkers The Expendables appearing live at BRyder’s, July 23.

Special guests slated to appear are Kottonmouth Kings’ Johnny Richter, rapper Big B and more. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased at various local outlets. More info available at timgardeapresents.com.

‘Shame on you America!’

Fans of German ska band Wisecracker were greeted by a “canceled” notice this past Sunday at Fishlips. As if their country’s third-place showing in the World Cup wasn’t anti-climactic enough, the band was denied entry into the country by U.S. customs a few days before. Upon news of their denial, the band went directly to their MySpace blog to unleash their rage.

“That sucks and it’s a real shame!

Shame, on you America! Right now, the guys are on a plane back to Germany — like some (expletive) drug traffickers from Colombia. (No offense, people from down there!) It’s too early to tell, but I doubt if we will ever come back to the ‘land of opportunities’... Sorry!”

Scene shifting On the local band gossip front, reggae/ska band Vanity Avenue has lost

their bass player, indie punks The Penny Royalties need a drummer, one member of alt-country duo Haystack Racket has quit, and two members of defunct chick rock outfit, Jane Friday — Leann Lee Hendricks and Lindsay Parks — should be resurfacing as a duo. Life rocks on in Bako …

Matt’s picks Total Chaos and more at Jerry’s Pizza, 1817 Chester Ave., 7 p.m. Saturday, $10, 633-3100.

Talk about a rap sheet: This Pomona-based punk quartet has been arrested in Mexico for disturbing the peace and blamed with inciting riots in Canada. Performing together for more than 20 years, that’s a lot of Aqua Net on their spiky heads.

Festival del Taco Y La Cerveza at The Dome, 2201 V St., 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, $10, 327-0190.

Dome owner Chencho Madera loves throwing big affordable shows like this for the working class. Appearing live is an eclectic assortment of regional, salsa and Latin rock bands, including Grupo Kupido, Salsa Solution, Love Star, Alerta 3, the Salsalicious dancers and many more. You don’t have to speak Spanish to have enjoy yourself — just a little rhythm in your hips, gringo.

Snoop Dogg & Ice Cube at The Fox Theater, 2001 H. St., 7 p.m. Sunday, $43.50 to $106.50. 324-1369.

Cordozar Calvin Broadus aka “Snoop Dogg,” has been quoted and “Fo’ Shizzled,” worldwide. With solid street cred, his appearance on Katy Perry’s “California Gurls,” was rumored to be excused by his homies, “cuz’ she fine.” Teamed with Ice Cube on this latest tour, you can only imagine what the after party will be like.

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California punk legend Kevin Seconds, lead vocalist for Sacramento’s 7 Seconds, will be performing a special solo acoustic show Sunday at Sandrini’s downtown. Known for the hardcore sound he and his bandmates helped popularize during the ’80s, Seconds also tours regularly alone.

Releasing digital download singles via his website — kevinseconds.com — his songs are politically themed, melodic jams. The show is only $7, for those 21 and over only, and kicks off at 8 p.m. with local opener Sean Cummings of Moonshine Deathbed, and Danny Garone of The Iron Outlaws.

PHOTO COURTESY OF JESSICA MONCRIEF

Kevin Seconds performs in Las Vegas in May.

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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.

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Just bucks for books: Can’t beat it Sale helps libraries, so be sure to check it out

BY HILLARY HAENES Californian staff writer hhaenes@bakersfield.com

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nterested in traveling to a deserted island? What about learning to speak French? Or cooking Italian cuisine? Need to brush up on history?

Visit Friends of the Kern County Library’s Used Book Sale Thursday through Saturday at Beale Memorial Library and peruse classic titles, children’s books, biographies and new best-sellers.

The sale features books on cowboys and Indians as well as many classical LP box sets in pristine condition. There are books on science fiction, business, self-help and crafts as well.

“We get everything, just across the board. We always have a small section of hardcover new releases we sell at $4 — you really can’t beat the price — people pay $25 to $30 in a

Friends of the Kern County Library Used Book Sale When: 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. today; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday (half-price on Saturday) Where: Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. Information: 868-0796 or kerncountylibrary.org

bookstore,” said Sherry Kelley, president of Friends of the Kern County Library.

Donations of CDs, DVDs, VHS and books on tape have been collected and range from 50 cents to $2 and up.

“We usually have a lot of VHS movies, but we have just as many people coming down here and buying them back,” Kelley said.

So many books — more than 300 boxes — have been donated that the overflow has taken up residence in the auditorium’s foyer, according to Kelley.

“We’ve outgrown the auditorium.

It has just become bigger and big-

How you can help If you’re interested in donating books, volunteering or joining Friends of the Library, call 8680796. Large donations need to be arranged and dropped off during library hours. The only books the library doesn’t want?

Encyclopedias.

Annual memberships to join Friends of the Kern County Library group cost $10 for individuals, $15 for a family, $25 to be a supporter and $50 to be a patron.

ger,” Kelley said.

The group was founded in 1953 to supplement Kern County’s libraries with various fundraisers. Friends of the Kern County Library is a nonprofit organization that supports the library and its resources for everyone in Kern County.

On average, each book sale generates about $12,000. The money goes into the book trust to support the summer reading program at every Kern County branch and other activities.

The library has three sales a year (March, July and October) and collects books all year. What the groups needs more of is volunteers.

“We are always looking for volunteers to set up for the sale, count books during the sale, hand out fliers and for people that can lift a box of books,” Kelley said.

Crazy for Celtic? Clear your calendar Not one but two shows celebrate culture

BY JILL EGLAND Contributing writer

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ern County is getting geared up for a big infusion of Celtic and American old-time traditional music this month, and everyone is invited to partake.

The Dagny's Session Players will be at the F Street Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. The Irish session (or seisun in Irish Gaelic) is a time-honored tradition of sharing tunes that takes place in nearly every urban center around the world.

“We've had musicians from around the U.S. and Canada come and sit in with us,” explained Timothy Ryan, a session player. “It's a universal language that brings us together."

The group fluctuates in size from

Celtic concerts Dagny's Session Players 8 a.m. to noon Saturday F Street Farmers Market, at Golden State Highway Tannahill Weavers 7 p.m. Monday Dove Creek Bible Church, 5131 Office Park Way Tickets: $20; $18 Arts Council members; $12 students.

Available at the Arts Council of Kern office, 2000 K St., Suite 110, during business hours, or at the door on the evening of the concert.

five to 15, and counts among its regulars residents from Kernville/Kern River Valley, Frazier Park/Pine Mountain Club, Hart Flat, Ridgecrest and Taft.

The group gathers each Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at Dagny's Coffee Company, 1600 20th St. S On Monday, Bakersfield will play host to one of Scotland's most renowned bands, the Tannahill Weavers.

The concert will be held at the Dove Creek Bible Church (formerly River Valley Community Church), 5131 Office Park Way, 7pm.

The award-winning quintet is famous for its tight vocals and a modern take on traditional Scottish tunes and ballads.

The band's name makes reference to the industry housed in the town of Paisley, where the band first formed more than 30 years ago, and to the 18th century Paisley-born poet, Robert Tannahill, who was a contemporary of the famous Robert Burns, the author of “Auld Lang Syne.”

— Jill Egland works for the Arts Council of Kern

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Bobby Strong, played by Jonathan Jones, leads the downtrodden inhabitants of A Town Like Any Other Town in a Musical in a rousing rendition of the song “Run, Freedom, Run” in “Urinetown.”

‘Urinetown’ flush with energy Stars staging will excite and delight

BY CAMILLE GAVIN Contributing columnist gavinarts@aol.com

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fter seeing Stars’ opening night production of “Urinetown” on Friday I can see why the show won three Tonys. It is without a doubt one of the most exciting musicals I’ve seen in a long time.

It’s fresh, it’s funny and it moves along at a pace that’s sometimes a little hard for the audience to keep up with but director Sheryl Cleveland’s well-balanced cast never misses a beat.

Despite its unusual title, “Urinetown” has nothing to do with potty humor. It’s a subtle satire on some of the ways big business, in the hands of the unscrupulous, can take control of people’s lives.

In this case, it’s a company that’s assumed the power of rationing water as a result of a town’s 20-year drought and as a result charges such a high fee for its use that only the rich can afford to pay.

‘Urinetown’ When: Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday; doors open at noon, show at 2 p.m. Sunday Where: Stars Theatre Restaurant, 1931 Chester Ave. Admission: $50 to $54, dinner and show; $30, show only. Student prices: $30; show only $15 Information: 325-6100

Yet with clever puns and rapid-fire lyrics, the show, by Greg Kotis and Mark Hollmann, manages to make the whole thing laugh-out-loud funny.

The only problem is that the lyrics fly by so quickly that I’m sure I missed a lot of the jokes.

But that’s not really a criticism — it just made me want to see it again so that I’d catch more the second time around.

The spoken dialogue is minimal but effective. For example, in one scene Paul McAdam, portraying the evil company president, explains his management style to his adult daughter Hope, played by Bethany Rowlee.

“I didn’t send you to the most expensive university in the world to increase your knowledge,” he says in a booming voice. “I sent you to learn how to manipulate people.”

Rowlee has a beautiful singing voice and is charming in the way she interprets her character by obvious overacting, which is also one of the ways the show spoofs traditional musicals.

Another spoof is a twist on the usual boy-gets-girl/boy-loses-girl formula. In “Urinetown” Jonathan Jones as hero Bobby Strong kidnaps Hope, ties her to a chair and then foments a revolution.

Unfortunately, he doesn’t stick around for the climax but before he departs does a sensational gospel-inspired number, “Run, Freedom, Run.” Nichole Heasley as Little Sally and Bruce Saathoff as Officer Lockstock do a splendid job in their dual roles of being both narrators and characters in the show.

They say, more than once, “This isn’t a happy musical.”

True, but it’s one of the few times a sad tale turned out to be so funny.

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nywise is believable as the tight-fisted fee collector at the public toilet and Brent Rochon is perfect as Mr. McQueen, the company president’s simpering lackey.

Excellent choreography by Marnie Forzetting and Rochon, and snappy musical direction by Char Gaines go a long way in making the show the winner that it is. And it’s a rare treat to see a cast this large — there are 23 in all — be as perfectly in step as this one.

One of the numbers I especially enjoyed was “What is Urinetown,” which opens the second act and is a take-off on “Fiddler on the Roof.”

A number of actors in cameo roles add a special touch to “Urinetown.” Among them are Jon Johannsen, as the hero’s father, and Frank Sierra as a tough guy called Hot Blades Harry.

Unlike a lot of traditional shows over the past 50 or 60 years, this one tells a meaningful story and it tells it at a pace to suit today’s rapidly moving world.

“Urinetown” may be the harbinger of a new era in musical theater, and that would be just fine with me.

Two of Bakersfield’s most popular showcases for art are just weeks away, and both projects are getting the word out to artists who wish to submit their work.

Bakersfield Visual Arts Small Works Festival at Bakersfield Museum of Art: Open to California artists, the museum’s annual festival runs from Sept. 9Nov. 21.

The theme is “Vessels” and artists are encouraged to represent that concept in painting, drawing, sculpture, photography or other media. Entry fee is $35 for up to three entries. The show is juried and prizes are awarded. Aron Wiesenfeld, a contemporary artist whose work is currently on exhibition at the museum, is the juror.

Submissions must be 12-by-12 inches or smaller, including any framing and matting. All must be mounted and ready to hang. Frames are not required, but if a frame is used, it must be done tastefully and with quality. The juror will take into consideration the craftsmanship of both the piece of artwork and the frame or mounting. Sculptures must be mounted or able to stand on their own.

Delivery deadline for pieces is Aug. 10, and pieces can be brought to the museum or mailed. The museum will receive handdelivered submissions from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 9 and 10.

The opening reception is from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 9, with awards at 7 p.m.

All works must be for sale and not exceed $500. The artist will receive 60 percent while the museum retains a charitable donation of 40 percent.

Best of show $800 Second place $500 Third place $200 Honorable mention (4) Non-cash awards Artists will be notified of entry acceptance by Aug. 13 and will be notified of work not selected during the week of Aug. 17. Submission forms are available at www. bmoa.org or call the museum at 323-7219.

Latination II at Metro Galleries: Metro Galleries is currently accepting applications and art submissions for inclusion in this year's Latination II art show, opening Sept. 3 during First Friday at Metro. The show, a celebration and exploration of Latino life, is co-sponsored

by MAS Magazine.

Original Latin-themed art pieces in the form of painting, pottery, sculpture, photography, glass and mixed media will be accepted for selection.

Deadline for entries is Aug. 13, followed by jury and notification later in the month. Cash prizes for best of show, first and second place and a student category will be awarded to winners.

The Sept. 3 opening reception begins at 5 p.m. and will include live music and hors d'oeuvres.

For more information, contact Metro Galleries director Don Martin at 634-9598.

Downloadable applications are available at themetrogalleries.com.

The exhibit runs through Sept. 25.

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And that’s just the beginning: Snoop made headlines recently for being disinvited to a Netherlands music festival (though he claimed to be “astonished,” getting banned has got to be good for a gansta rapper’s street cred, right?). He also said he’d love to appear on a popular British TV melodrama, which would extend his storied soap career after a similar stint on ABC’s “One Life to Live” earlier this year.

But the most interesting tidbit from the Snoop blitz has got to be the recent debut in Paris of a line of men’s wear inspired by the rapper’s West Coast style.

From the Los Angeles Times: Snoop Dogg as fashion icon? Why not? After all, the notion comes straight out of the constantly percolating brain pan of Adam Kimmel, a designer who has turned to casino clowns, cowboys and the artists of the Ferus Gallery for sartorial inspiration.

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Mike Epps, left, and Snoop Dogg, right, gesture to each other as Ice Cube performs during a taping of Snoop Dogg's “Dogg After Dark” in 2009.

GO & DO Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube: How the West was One, doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8, Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $43.50 to $106.50 plus fee. vallitix.com or 324-1369.

As of Tuesday, the most expensive tickets were sold out, but half the theater’s seats were still available.

“I think Snoop Dogg's just one of the most original artists of the last 30 years," Kimmel said by way of explanation. "And I grew up listening to him and wanted to do something to share him with the new generation.”

Specifically what he's sharing is a collection in a range of blues that included luxe takes on pieces like bold powder blue pinstripe jackets with wide, satin peak lapels, a navy blue football jersey-inspired pullover (in cashmere) with a scattering of white stars at the yoke and the number 88 on the back, baggy track pants, a blue-

and-white satin letterman's jacket, and a red-and-blue plaid short-sleeve button-front shirt.

Kimmel created a custom bandanna print design that appeared throughout the collection — a silk/cotton blend that lined jackets, trousers and hoodies (And the photos of the models in the accompanying gallery were all mounted on blue bandannas as well — a notso-subtle nod to Los Angeles gang culture). And with his collection he moves into accessories that here included Panama hats, silk ties, suede wingtip shoes and high-top sneakers.

While the individual pieces were fun, and brought a designer touch to street motifs, it's hard to see who could carry off a head-to-toe "Compton by way of Italy" aesthetic (Kimmel's words, not mine). Snoop can wear a blue pinstripe suit jacket with bangin' peak lapels in contrasting silk and look fly — simply because he's Snoop — but most of us would slip it on and look like the prom date that time forgot.

— Adam Tschorn, in Paris

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The Bakersfield Californian Thursday, July 15, 2010

Eye Street GO&DO Today Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, with food, music, entertainment, prizes and more, gates open at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m., Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 S P St. $10 advance for adults; $7 youth 6-12, children under 5 are free; $15 at the door. Tickets available at Western Emporium, Ebony Counseling Center, Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center & the Kern County Fairgrounds Box Office. 703-7955 or 833-4917.

Adult Book Discussion, on “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” 11:15 a.m., Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. 868-0745.

“Make A Splash” Summer Reading Program, at all Kern County Libraries, now through July 31. kerncountylibrary.org.

Concerts by The Fountain, country music with Country Club, 7 to 9 p.m., The Marketplace, 9000 Ming Ave. Kama Ruby, 5 to 8:30 p.m., Padre Hotel, in the Farmacy Cafe, 1702 18th St. 427-4900.

Meet, Greet & Eat, with Doug Dresser of Firestone-Walker Brewing Co., enjoy six local beers and gourmet sausages, 5 to 8 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. $15 beer tasting, $10 food. 633-WINE. Demo, with pro teams Baker, Deathwish and Shake Junt giving demonstrations, autograph signing, Big City Skatepark, 4350 Wible Road. $5. bigcityskatepark.com or 3980030.

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.

Moving Sale, to benefit The Cat People, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Pawsitively Cats, 602 18th St. 327-7297.

Night of Song with Camilla Twisselman, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday and Friday, The Micro Gallery, 6300 Coffee Road. $20 per night; $10 children under 18 and students w/ID. Drinks and appetizers included. 301-3283.

One Year Anniversary Celebration, begins with a cakebaking contest between local bakeries, 10:30 p.m., also, free popcorn with each paid admission today through Saturday; bounce house, face painting, Bo-Bo the Millennium Clown, 1 to 5 p.m.

Saturday, Maya Cinemas, 1000 California Ave. 636-0484.

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.

Friday Torrid House of Dreams Model Search Contest: submit a picture

and application Friday through Sunday, have your picture taken at The Picture People, buy one portrait, get one free; a drawing will be held Saturday for those who enter contest, gift bags to the first 100 people, Torrid, 2701 Ming Ave. Applications can be picked up from the store or downloaded at community.torrid.com/landing/hod modelsearch.asp or 832-0295.

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

West Coast Hot Rod Association, Friday and Saturday, Famoso Raceway, 33559 Famoso Road, McFarland. famosoraceway.com.

Wine Bar Flight, featuring 2007 Napa Cab Flight, Quivet Cellars Spring Mountain, Cabernet Wild Boar, Caymus Special Selection and more, 4 p.m., Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant, 4140 Truxtun Ave. Tastes, $5 to $11. 633-WINE.

Saturday ABWA Bunco Fundraiser & Luncheon, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Stockdale Moose Lodge, 905 Stine Road. $15 includes lunch and entry fee. Opportunity drawing tickets are 6 for $5 or $1 each. Email hcornejo@abm1.com or 706-4454.

Bakersfield Blaze vs. Visalia Rawhide, 7:30 p.m. Saturday through Monday, Sam Lynn Ball Park, 4009 Chester Ave. $5-$9. bakersfieldblaze.com or 716-HITS. 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., Suite 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. 325-0863, ext. 219.

Bakersfield Speedway, Late Models, American Stocks, Mini Stocks, Mini Dwarfs, gates open at 4:30 p.m.; races begin at 6 p.m., Bakersfield Speedway, 5001 N. Chester Ave. $15; $5 ages 6-12; under 5 free. bakersfieldspeedway.com or call 393-3373.

Booking Signing, with author Carol Campodonica of “Crazy Animal Stories,” noon, Borders, 4980 Stockdale Highway. 3289800.

Caffeine Supreme's Artisan & Merchant Fair, with entertainment,†8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Caffeine Supreme, on the lawn, corner of F and 20th streets. caffeinesupreme.com.

Certified Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, next to Golden State Mall, 3201 F St. Dagny's Session Players, performing Celtic music, 8 a.m. to

noon, next to Golden State Mall, 3201 F St. 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. 760549-0800.

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, 820 Main St, Delano.

869-6740.

“Green” Beauty Workshop with Author Sophie Uliano, learn how to make your own face products, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Greenshops, 7737 Meany Ave., Ste. B3. $30 includes supplies, workshop fee, goodie bag. 587-6477.

Jadon Lavik, Christian performer in concert, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 4600 Stockdale Hwy. Free. 325-1267.

Kern Audubon Society, field trip to Kern River Preserve to see summer birds, meet in the Albertsons parking lot on Mt. Vernon and Highway 178 at 6 a.m.

Bring water, snacks and binoculars. kernaudubonsociety.org or 3227470.

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.

Old School Summer Jam, with Ready for the World, Club Nouveau and Klymax, 8 p.m., The Dome, 2201 V St. $35 plus fee. vallitix.com or 322-5200.

Optimal Hospice New Volunteer Orientation, volunteer orientation for individuals interested in volunteering time to hospice families, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 4700 Stockdale Highway, Ste.120.

Lunch provided. 716-4000.

Soft Opening of BMX Bike Track, with demonstrations, live music and barbecue, sign-up at 8 a.m., race at 10 a.m., KV Bike Park, Kernville. kvbikepark.com or 760223-6156.

Summer Lecture Series: Archaeology, Up Close & Personal, on “Mojave Desert Petroglyph Dating & the People of the New World,” 6:30 p.m., Tehachapi Museum, 310 S. Green St. $15. 822-8152.

Relay for Life Team GMG

Dance, featuring The Press, 7 p.m. to midnight, Eagles Hall, 1718 17th St. $10 donation.

“The Heart of the Mountain” Fundraiser, with wine tasting and auction, 5 to 8 p.m., Tejon Ranch Hacienda, 491 Rochford Road, Lebec. $50. Proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Frazier Mountain. 325-3730.

Total Chaos, doors open at 7 p.m., Jerry’s Pizza, 1817 Chester Ave. 742-6306.

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.

Sunday Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube: How the West was One, doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8, Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $43.50 to $106.50 plus fee. vallitix.com or 324-1369.

Free Immunization Clinic, no appointment necessary, immunization cards required, 8 a.m. to noon, Ranch Market, parking lot, 600 Bear Mountain Blvd., Arvin. 869-6740.

THEATER Omnipresent Puppet Theatre, presents “Beyond the Heap: A Trash to Treasure Tale,” 10:30 a.m. today, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $6. 587-3377.

“25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Empty Space, 706 Oak St. 327-PLAY. “Alice in Wonderland,” presented by NOR Junior Theater, 7 p.m. Friday and 2 and 7 p.m.

Saturday, North High School, 300 Galaxy Ave. $7.

“The Villain of Mystery Island,” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m.

Sunday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $20 adults; $18 seniors; $9 children ages 12 and under Friday and Saturday; $18 adults; $9 students w/ID on Sunday. 587-3377.

“Urinetown, the Musical,” doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; doors open at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Stars Dinner Theatre, 1931 Chester Ave. $50 to $55; show-only tickets $30.

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. Omnipresent Puppet Theatre, presents “Little Red Riding Hood,” 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall, 12748 Jomani Drive. $6.

587-3377.

ART “A Computer Blaze of Colors,”

by Bill Tomlinson, on display until July 31, JP Jennings Gallery, 1700 Chester Ave. 323-1622.

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.

Cherice Hatton, featured artist for July, Russo's, 9000 Ming Ave. russosbooks.com or 665-4686.

“Creative Clay,” an Art for Healing program of Mercy Hospitals of Bakersfield; 1 to 4 p.m.

Thursday, Mercy Hospital, Truxtun Campus, Truxtun and A streets.

Free. mercybakersfield.org/art or to register, 324-7070.

Exhibit on Display, “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.

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.

Leslie VoVilla, is the artist for the month of July, The Curiosity Shop, at the Art Express, 1607 19th St. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 324-7112.

Mary Lou Slinkard, featured artist for the month of July, Dagny's Coffee Co., 1600 20th St. 634-0806.

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.

“On the Road Again,” group art show on display through August, Bakersfield Mazda, 3201 Cattle Drive. 328-8000.

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.

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Eye Street 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.

“Putting Texture into your Watercolor” Workshop, with Norma Neil, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, Bakersfield Art Association Art Center, 1817 Eye St. 869-2320.

MUSIC Acoustic Sandrini's, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Kevin Seconds and Dan Garone, 9 p.m. Sunday.

Alternative B. Ryder's Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; Travis Byler, 9 p.m. Friday.

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

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

Vinny's Bar & Grill, 2700 S. Union Ave., jam session, 2 p.m.

Sundays. 21 and over. myspace.com/vinnys_bar.

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

Pyrenees Cafe, 601 Sumner, 3230053; The Resistors, 1 to 5 p.m.

Saturday.

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

Crest Bar & Grill, inside Bakersfield RV Resort, 5025 Wible Road, 833-9998; Mike Montano, 6 to 9 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.

Ethel's Old Corral Cafe, 4310 Alfred Harrell Highway, 873-7613; Still Kickin', noon to 4 p.m.

Saturday and 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday.

Iron Horse Saloon, 1821 S. Chester Ave., 831-1315; Two Timers, 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday.

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

Sunday.

Sandrini's, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; Country Club, 9 p.m.

Wednesday.

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.

Dance Drill Classes, beginning belly dancing, 8 p.m. Tuesday; advanced belly dancing, 7 to 9 p.m. 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 B. Ryder's Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; 9 p.m.

Thursday.

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.

Sandrini's, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; 9:30 p.m. Friday.

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 B. Ryder's Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; Jazz, R&B, Funk with Groove Factor, 8 to 11 p.m. Thursday.

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.

Live Jazz & Wine Bar, with Jazz Connection featuring Paul Cierley and friends, 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 with karaoke 3 to 6 p.m. 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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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

Tuesday.

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

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

Tuesday.

The 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.

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.

Sandrini's, 1918 Eye St., 3228900; That-That, Sonorous, Leksure, Il Sogno, Moondrifter, 9 p.m. Thursday; The Councilmen, 9 p.m. Saturday.

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

Friday Ethel's Old Corral Cafe, 4310 Alfred Harrell Highway, 873-7613; Token Okies with Noah Claunch, 7 to 11 p.m. Friday.

Rockabilly Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; 800lb Gorilla, Haystack Racket, Grant Langston and the Supermodels, 9 p.m. Saturday. $5.

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.

Ska/reggae B. Ryder's Sports Bar & Grill, 7401 White Lane, 397-7304; Mento Buru and DJ Mikey, 9 p.m.

Saturday. $5; 21 & over only.

Latin/Salsa

Trivia night

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.

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

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; The Press featuring Larry V., 9 p.m. Friday; Synergy featuring Joey Zaga, 9 p.m.

Saturday.

The Bistro After Dark, 5105 California Ave., 323-3905; Old School Saturdays with Noe G, 10 p.m. every Saturday. Ladies free/$10 cover.

Open Mic 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.

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.

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

’80s Fishlips Bar & Grill, 1517 18th St., 324-2557; Members Only, 9 p.m.

Friday. $5.

UPCOMING EVENTS Monday 7/19 “A Treasure Chest of Tools for Caregivers,” an Art for Healing program of Mercy Hospitals of Bakersfield; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Mercy Hospital, Truxtun Campus, Truxtun and A streets. Free. mercybakersfield.org/art or to register, 324-7070.

Kids Culinary Summer Camps with Chef Linda, for ages 7 to 9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and ages 10 to 13, 2 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Urner's Appliance Center, 4110 Wible Road. 396-8400.

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.