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A Valentine smile everyday! BY EVELYN ANDERSON
Paint by candlelight with your Valentine on Feb. 14
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et a smile be our valentine To everyone we meet Along the pathway of our lives, It is a special treat. Let it not only be one day To give our smiles away. It is a lovely thing to wear On any passing day. Let’s give our valentine’s best smile To friend and family near. Not only on one special day, But often through the year.
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ring your loved one to Color Me Mine, 9000 Ming Ave., Suite H-3, this Valentine’s Day and paint by candlelight! The fun starts at 6 p.m. and goes until 10 p.m. Price is $20, plus tax, per couple, plus the price of what you paint. Chocolates, strawberries and sparkling cider will be provided to make your evening romantic. You can also bring your own beverages. Adults only. Prepaid reservations are required. For information call, 664-7366.
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“Cruisin’ for a Wish” Car and Motorcycle Show will be on April 3. ing and gourmet BBQ steak dinner. Admission is free to all attendees. Fun for the whole family: Music, raffle prizes, 50/50 drawing, hot dogs, soda and beer all day long!
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he Stockdale Moose Lodge is pleased to bring back to Kern County the Seventh annual “Cruisin’ for a Wish” Car and Motorcycle Show on April 3 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Kern County Fairgrounds. Sign-ups for participants and vendors are going on now. Early registration is $35 and will run until March 8. All proceeds from this event go towards Make-A-Wish of Central California whose mission is to grant the wishes of local children who are challenged with a life-threatening medical condition. Featured events at the car show this year will include a trophy presentation, a poker walk, 50/50 draw-
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akersfield Community Concert Association presents tenor Daniel Rodriguez in concert at the Rabobank Theater Thursday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. The Strolling Strings of the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District, under the direction of Amy McGuire, who plays the violin, and keybordist Regina Pryor, will provide preRodriguez concert music. Celebrate St. Valentine’s Day early with the romantic songs of Mario Lanza and more. He sang in New York City after 9/11. He has performed at the Crystal Cathedral. Now join the Bakersfield Community Concert Association for an unforgettable evening of exceptional music by Daniel Rodriguez, America’s Beloved Tenor, “The Singing Police-
For more information and to obtain an entry form, please visit: www.stockdalecarshow.org; call: 213-HOPE (4673); or, e-mail: info@stockdalecarshow.org.
man” in concert at Rabobank Theater. Daniel performs, with piano accompaniment, many favorites including Broadway, Mario Lanza hits, patriotic selections, spiritual, operatic selections and more. A former New York City police officer, Daniel Rodriguez has experienced a meteoric rise to fame. He was one of his department’s designated anthem singers on September 11, 2001, when fate intervened — he rendered a capella performances of “God Bless America” and the National Anthem that proved far greater than a patriotic gesture. Ringing, heartfelt and beautiful, his performance stirred the hearts of the entire nation. Since then, he has performed at venues ranging from 2002 Winter Olympics, to Disneyland, to The White House. A pillar of courage and faith, Daniel Rodriguez is truly an inspiration, who freely shares his deep appreciation for life, God and country. He will be joined by his wife, soprano Marla Kavanaugh, and her twin sister, soprano Marissa Dikkenberg. He and the twin sopranos will be singing favorites such as “Just in Love,” “Granada,” “Stout Hearted Men,” and “God Bless America.”
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he Facility for Animal Care and Treatment will host an open house on Saturday, Feb. 6, from 1 to 4 p.m. at its facility in the Environmental Studies Area at California State University, Bakersfield. Visitors can: •See a variety of local birds of prey, including redtailed hawk, Swainson’s More on page 8.
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International Christian Ministries celebrates reopening with a ribbon cutting ceremony!
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Changing face of education
Advancement Via Individual Determination — or AVID — provides tools for achieving higher education.
Artist synergy!
Artists Mike Barker, Patti Doolittle, Bill Ryan and Daniel Ryan combine talents for art opening.
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he Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce and International Christian Ministries (ICM) is proud to announce the Grand Reopening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held on Jan. 19 at the ICM office, 4201 Ardmore Ave., Suite 6. Special guests included: Honorable Mayor Harvey Hall, Letta Jean Taylor, Mayor of Montreat, NC and Chairperson of ICM Board of Directors, Rev. James Kamau, ICM Tanzania Country Director, ICM Board Members, Steve Salyers from Riverlakes Church,Charlie McCan, Jerilyn and Bob Stewart, Pastor PHOTO BY KAYE CAMP Phil Stangland representing LauThe International Christian Ministries (ICM) celebrated its re-opening with a relglen Bible Church, Pastor Mike and Cindy Popovich of Olive Drive ribbon cutting ceremony on Jan. 19. The ribbon cutting ceremony was performed by Mayor Harvey Hall. Church, the ICM Staff, Debbie Walker, Kay Camp, Ron Erickson, It was a wonderful evening of Tanzania and presented Mayor Hall Bev Reaney, Sheryl Giesbrecht, with a gift from Tanzania. connecting and networking, catered “Grandparents of ICM,” former resDr. Phil Walker and Letta Jean by Luigi’s and Subway. idents of Israel and current resiTaylor presented a proclamation ICM’s desire is to connect Bakdents of Bakersfield, Art and Claufrom the Mayor of Burundi to ersfield and beyond with Africa and dia Carlson, and ICM President Dr. Mayor Hall. the Middle East to further the KingPhil Walker and wife, Debbie. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony dom of God. If you would like more Phil Walker gave an overview of was performed by Mayor Harvey information, please go to the Web the roots of ICM and introduced Hall, assisted by Pauline Bartlett, Rev. James Kamau, who gave a project manager of the Greater Bak- site: www.icmusa.org or call 832state of the country address from 9740. ersfield Chamber of Commerce.
Snow day just a car ride away
Local photographer grabs her camera— and the kids — and heads for the hills in search of SNOW!
About the cover Tenth-graders, Ali Smith Castellanos and Allie Molen, presented their award winning documentary about Civil Rights hero, Fannie Lou Hamer at the Martin Luther King, Jr. community breakfast on Jan. 18. The presentation served as a local kick-off for a nationwide fundraiser to raise money to build a statue of Mrs. Hamer in the Fannie Lou Hamer Memorial Gardens, Ruleville, Miss., a stop on the Civil Rights Trail. You can help these teens with this cause by visiting: www.fannielouhamer.info. To see their documentary go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKXoXwYpzmU. Read more about the local MLK celebration and the Hamer fundraiser on page 5. Your photo can be on our next cover. Post your photos and stories at: bakersfieldvoice.com today!
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avid Gordon, the Assistant Director of the Bakersfield Museum of Art, will be the special speaker at the Bakersfield Art Association meeting at Rasmussen Senior Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13. Everyone is encouraged to bring one painting for him to critique. The public is invited.
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•Patricia Pears, featured artist during February at Russo’s Bookstore at the Marketplace, 9000 Ming Ave. •Cindy Stiles, featured artist at Dagny’s Coffee Company,1600 20th St., for January. 634-0906. •Dream Center and Coffee House features student artists from Foothill High (Laura Gilarducci, art instructor) through February, 1212 18th St. Open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. 327-2402. •Group of BAA Artists, Stars Theatre Art Gallery, 1931 Chester Ave. Open daily. •Group of BAA Artists exhibiting, Victor Victoria’s Restaurant, 1623 19th Street. Open Daily regular business hours. 323-2271 •Beginning Drawing with Graphite IV with Carol Bradshaw: A continuation of beginning class. Feb 11 & 25. For infor-
mation or to register, contact: Carol Bradshaw at 760-376-6604 or Bradshawartist@earthlink.net •Beginning Watercolor with Carol Bradshaw. Continuation of beginning class for nine weeks starting in December. Cost for 9-week course is $105 or $15 for two hour class. For information and class times, or to register contact: Carol Bradshaw at 760-376-6604 or Bradshawartist@earthlink.net. •Watercolor Painter’ Group with Carol Bradshaw: Continuation of nine classes, (drop-ins welcome), Tuesdays 12:30 to 2:30 p.m, Feb. 2, 9, & 23.(
spattering/stamping). Cost for 9 week course is $90 (or $10 per two hour class). For information and class times, or to register, contact: Carol Bradshaw at 760376-6604 or Bradshawartist@earthlink.net. •All Media Class with Phyllis Oliver: All media welcome, with color theory stressed. February demo — oil. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $75 for four classes or $20 per class. Drop-ins welcome. For more information, or to register, contact: Phyllis Oliver at 348-4717 or pegolivert@ix.netcom.com.
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High school students to learn about science, engineering careers at Engineers Day COURTESY OF CAL STATE BAKERSFIELD
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ust what do engineers and scientists do all day? That question and more will be answered during Engineers Day at California State University, Bakersfield on Thursday, Feb. 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the CSUB Student Union. The 10th annual event is an opportunity for high school students to learn more about science and engineering careers. Students can interact with industry professionals about career options, necessary skills, ethics and internships. The day will also include an exhibition of projects, industry demonstrations and hands-on activities. "Nationally there is concern about the shortage of engineers and scientists, and the negative impact that shortage has on American competitiveness in the world," said Dirk Baron, CSUB geology professor and event organizer. "Locally, this shortage impacts the energy industry, agriculture, the medical field and other important sectors of the economy. Getting students interested in engineering and science careers is critical." Engineers Day is organized by CSUB, the Society of Petroleum Engineers and Kern County Superintendent of Schools. For additional details, contact Baron at 6543044.
Students and engineers meet at last year’s Engineers Day. COURTESY PHOTO
AVID helps kids tackle Educator of the month changing face of education
Mrs. Linda Kuest Nominated by: Drew Spicer
I would like to nominate Mrs. Kuest from Rosedale North Elementary School for educator of the month. She is my third-grade teacher and she’s wonderful. She makes class a lot of fun. Sometimes she acts silly while teaching us something new. She brought hot cocoa for us one day because we were reading a story about it. Mrs. Kuest also lets us play multiplication games. Last but not least, she has the best cursive I’ve ever seen. Sponsored by
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icture this: a child with no family model of going to college, no knowledge of what coursework she should take and no knowledge of how to finance it. Enter AVID or Advancement Via Individual Determination. “I have appreciated every second in AVID and the people in it. AVID is like family,” said Justine Luna. Justine’s words show the difference the program is making on children and can change the face of education in the years to come. Education columnist AVID targets students with potential to attend college and exposes them to techniques that will ensure their success such as note taking and organizational skills. Although I have always believed in
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the potential of AVID, I have often wondered how my students felt about the program. After all, they have to believe in it to truly be successful. Recently, students in Trudy Hodges’ AVID class at Warren Junior High described their experience and voiced their opinions regarding AVID. Their optimistic and honest replies about the hard work and rewards of the AVID curriculum show their enthusiasm and commitment. They value learning how to ask higher level questions, building organizational skills, and the camaraderie that develops among the students that they would otherwise not experience. These students are learning skills that will stay with them long past their college years. The face of education is changing as we see college tuition rise dramatically, blue collar work shrinking, and many immigrants joining a workforce that needs an educated population. It seems that our quality of life increasingly is based on our level of education. Programs like AVID are helping students take the steps to get a higher education. Amy Luther is a teacher at Warren Junior High in the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
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More than 350 people attended the Martin Luther King Jr. community breakfast and youth work-day and luncheon on Jan. 18.
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akersfield celebrated the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. on Jan. 18 with a community breakfast complete with surprise guests on the program: Frontier 10thgrader Ali Smith Castellanos and Liberty 10th-grader Allie Molen. “The Allies,” as they were called, produced a 10-minute video documentary on lesser-known, but significant, Civil Rights hero Fannie Lou Hamer when they were seventh-graders at FruitCastellanos vale Jr. High, and they were invited to present the video, still relevant three years later, at this year’s Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration. The celebration was comprised of a community breakfast attended by Molen over 350 people and a youth work-day and luncheon. The Allies had previously been invited to show the video in Mississippi at the Second annual Conference of Mississippi Civil Rights Veterans and have remained in touch with many veterans. Now, their history day advisor, Susan Reep, has been appointed to a nationwide committee to raise funds to erect a statue of Mrs. Hamer in the Fannie Lou Hamer Memorial Gardens, Ruleville, Miss., a stop on the
Civil Rights Trail. The official drive kicks off Feb.1, but the community breakfast organizers graciously asked the Allies to present the video and announce the drive to breakfast attendees. Fannie Lou Hamer was a significant force in 1964’s Mississippi Freedom Summer, working for the right for blacks to register to vote. She founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and gained national attention at the 1964 Democratic National Convention in Atlantic City, N.J. Last year, a postage stamp honoring her was issued, and the extension of the Voting Rights and Reauthorization Act was named the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights and Reauthorization Amendments Act. You can help Ali and Allie continue the project — the history day project that just keeps on giving and giving — by visiting www.fannielouhamer.info and clicking on the Hamer Statue tab. Each member has a page, including Susan Reep at: www.fannielouhamer.info/reep.html. From this page you can view the 10minute award-winning video to learn more about Mrs. Hamer, and you can click on the NBUF button on the bottom of the page to make a tax-deductible donation. Any amount is appreciated. You can also follow the Statue Fund on Twitter @HamerStatueFund. For local information, contact: Susan Reep at sreep@bak.rr.com.
Bakersfield Playdate Pals raise money for earthquake victims in Haiti BY ANA LOPEZ Community contributor
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he Bakersfield Playdate Pals is happy to say we raised $350.40 for Haiti at a bake sale on Jan. 24. We want to thank the community for coming out to the bake sale. We want to thank Wings Pizza N Things, Bakersfield College and the Eyewitness news for their support. We also want to thank moms, family and friends of BPP for making this possible. We are looking forward to our next bake sale and hope to make it as successful as this one.
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A participate in the Bakersfield Playdate Pals bake sale helps raise money for earthquake victims in Haiti.
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Art students paint Mardi Gras masks for gala BY CATHERINE OGAS Community contributor
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athy Schilling Art Studio students have been hard at work painting masks for the Bakersfield Art Association’s Mardi Gras Gala on Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Bell Tower Club, 1200 Truxtun Ave. The Bakersfield Art Association has been a nonprofit organization since 1944 focusing on local artists, scholarships for young people through the fair and at school (primary, junior high, high school and college) as well as for professional and non-professional adults and community services. In celebration of 65 years in the Bakersfield and Kern County communities, the BAA is holding its first Mardi Gras Gala. When Kathy Schilling art students heard that there was going to be a fundraiser they asked how they would be able to help. Painting Mardi Gras masks was the answer. Painting the masks was not an easy task, but the young artists worked hard and felt proud of their accomplishment. Festivities include: dancing, a Mardi Gras Parade, great Cajun food, costume contest, a silent auction, and a raffle with great gift baskets and paintings. For more information on this one of a kind and exciting event you can go to:
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Art students hard at work making masks for the Bakersfield Art Association’s Mardi Gras Gala. www.mardigrasgala.com or call Wendy at 343-3333. Feel free to stop by Kathy Schilling Art Studio at 5630 District Blvd., Suite 120, for tickets, or to purchase one of the many one-of-a-kind Mardi Gras masks. The BAA helps to ensure that both our local youth and adults have the opportunity to recognize their artistic potential, and that they are given the opportunity and skills necessary to evolve self expression through art. COURTESY PHOTO Support this fabulous, worthwhile nonprofit organization that helps kids, as well Art students at Kathy Schilling Art Studio show off Mardi Gras masks they made for as adults, through art! the Bakersfield Art Association’s Mardi Gras Gala.
Artistic synergy
‘Old West’ and depression-era inspired art on exhibit at CSUB COURTESY OF CAL STATE BAKERSFIELD
Group exhibit opens Feb. 5 at Juliana’s Art Studio & Gallery
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n Friday, Feb. 5, Juliana’s Art Studio & Gallery will host an opening reception that will feature Mike Barker, Patti Doolittle, Bill Ryan and Daniel Ryan. Mike Barker and Patti Doolittle were students of Bill Ryan and are now accomplished artists. Mike’s unique style of abstract colorism using enamel epoxy resin is stunning. He has shown nationally and also in Italy, Russia, etc. Patti Doolittle, whose portraits hang in many stately homes throughout California, has shown at the Ronald Reagan Library and nationally. The vibrant colors and the sensitivity shown in her work sets her apart from the rest. Many of you know Bill Ryan had a Retrospective last year highlighting five decades of his boundless talents and styles. He is also known as an accomplished actor and set designer. We round off the show with the monochromatic works of Daniel Ryan, (yes, he is Bill’s son), whose Matisse influence shows through in many of his works. Having an art degree in theater and being a member of Equity and Sag has served him well in his creative endeavors. Come and experience the synergy produced by the grouping of these four outstanding artists. The opening reception is Friday, Feb. 5, 6 to 9 p.m. The show ends March 31. The gallery is located at 501 18th St. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; private showings by appointment. Phone: 327-7507. Web site: www.julianasartstudiogallery.com E-mail: julianas2000@yahoo.com
Top: “Focus on the Square” by Bill Ryan, 30inches x 30inches, oil, $900. Left: Patti Doolittle’s portrait work hangs in many stately homes throughout California. PHOTOS COURTESY OF JULIANA BERNIER DOOLEY
rovidence Nature,” an exhibition at California State University, Bakersfield’s Todd Madigan Gallery, will feature large-scale sculptures by Drew Dominick depicting the life of the cowboy and man’s never-ending struggle to exist in nature. The show will run Saturday, Feb. 6 through Saturday, March 6. Dominick’s sculptures, “Avalanche” and “Dust Storm,” will be accompanied by his working drawings, videos and photographs. The artist will discuss his works at a special lecture on opening night, beginning at 5 p.m. in the Albertson Room, adjacent to the gallery. “A fan of the Old West, Drew has devoured the works of James Earl Fraser and Frederic Remington and rebirthed them into the 21st century,” said Joey Kötting, gallery director. “‘Dust Storm’ is a sculpture consisting of a plexi box containing a toy wagon, horses and cowboys, and a load of ash and fine dirt. Two large rotary sanders sporadically turn on resulting in the dust blowing around the box. The toy wagon completely disappears and all hell lets loose! “You’ll have to come to witness the ‘Avalanche!’ I don’t think Bakersfield has seen an exhibit like this before. It is quite intriguing.” To complement Dominick’s work, photographs from Dorothea Lange’s “Dust Bowl” series will also be displayed. The photographs are on loan thanks to support from the Jesse M. Heivly Memorial Scholarship. The opening reception and lecture is free. Parking fees in lots B and C will be suspended during the special event. During the exhibition, the Todd Madigan Gallery will be open Tuesdays through Thursdays 1 to 6 p.m., and Saturdays 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free and a daily parking permit is $2. For further information, please contact Kötting at: jkotting@csub.edu or 654-2238.
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Snow day! BY BARBARA BUTLER Community contributor
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ike a lot of our fellow Bakersfieldians, we have been suffering from cabin fever due to the recent storms. The skies cleared briefly Friday morning, so we decided to head out for a quick trip up the Grapevine to Frazier Park. Traffic was light and the scenery, well ... I’ve got to tell you that the views of the mountains with the fields of green below them were spectacular! I asked my husband to pull off at Herring Road so I could shoot from the bridge. Low lying mist was at the base of the mountains making the freeway look like it was climbing right into the clouds. Hard to believe that something so beautiful was so dangerous causing road closures just a short time ago. We headed south again, making one more quick stop at Laval Road for a few more shots before heading up the pass. Once we started the climb, we were greeted with blue skies, sunshine and snow topped mountains. Breathtaking! Now I know that the weather has played havoc with travelers on Interstate 5 and I am truly sorry for that. But I’ve got to tell you, it has left something wonderful for us, Kern County residents — SNOW. Lots and lots of SNOW! That magical, turn your nose pink, can’t feel your feet, play in it anyway — snow. When we reached Frazier Park, we put the windows down and turned up the heat, hoping for a whiff of fireplace smoke. I was itching to take a million photos, but safe places to pull off were hard to find. I would have loved to have gone up to Pine Mountain Club, but we did not have chains for the minivan and getting stuck in the snow with the kidletts in school down in Bakersfield
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Grab the kids, and your camera, because spectacular snow can be found just a short car ride south in Frazier Park! would not have been anyone’s idea of a good time. Even if I didn’t make Pine Mountain Club, it was certainly good to get out in the fresh air, shoot a few pictures and enjoy the sunshine. Barbara Butler is the owner of FireCreek Photogra-
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Athlete of the month Dustin Fisher Dustin Fisher played for the Olive Drive Trailblazers. His thirdgrade NOR flag football team went undefeated this season. Dusty loves football and was excited when he scored points for the team. His family is very proud of him! This photo was taken by his Uncle Wes of him scoring a touchdown!
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EXTRA!EXTRA! Continued from page 8. hawk, great horned owl, barn owl, and golden eagle as well as songbirds, dragonflies, butterflies, squirrels, gophers, lizards and more. •Participate in a nature scavenger hunt and make a recycled journal. •Learn about FACT’s animal rescue and bird foster parent program. •Purchase T-shirts, including two new designs, zoo books, coloring books, cards and other educational materials to support FACT’s education programs. CSUB students and faculty will give tours and demonstrations of birds of prey. Educational gifts and souvenirs will be available for purchase to support the nonprofit wildlife rescue and education program. The event is free and open to the public. FACT’s mission is to serve as a wildlife rescue, conservation and education project for CSUB. FACT hosts an open house on the first Saturday of each month October through May. For more information about FACT, please call 654-3167 or log on to: www.csub.edu/fact.www.fhsbluecrew.org.
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Calendar of Events! Sunday 1/31 Fair Trade Store, with jewelry, baskets, gift items from Third World countries; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays; and 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, First Congregational Church, 5 Real Road. 327-1609.
Monday 2/1 Master’s Swim Team, year round program, learn to develop swimming skills, strokes, techniques, improve physical fitness, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, McMurtrey Aquatic Center, 1325 Q St. $60 per month. www.bakersfieldswim.us or 852-7430. 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. Senior Discovery Days, each Monday for seniors 60 and older receive 50
percent discount off admission,10 percent discount in the gift store, CALM, 10500 Alfred Harrell Highway. 872-2256.
Tuesday 2/2 CSUB Women’s Basketball, vs. Oregon State, 7 p.m., CSUB, Icardo Center, 9001 Stockdale Highway. $4-$25. gorunners.com or 654BLUE. Kid’s Grief Connection Support Group, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Optimal Hospice Care, 4700 Stockdale Highway, Ste.120. 7164000. Optimal Hospice Grief Support Group, for adults, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Optimal Hospice Care, 4700 Stockdale Highway, Ste.120. 716-4000. Sierra Club Conditioning Hikes, 3 to 5 miles, 7 p.m., meet at corner of Highways 178 and 184. 8722432 or 873-8107.
Wednesday 2/3 CSUB Men's Basketball, vs. UC Irvine, 7 p.m., Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $5-$25. gorunners.com or 654BLUE. First Wednesday, special events and refreshments,
9:30 to 11 a.m., Bakersfield Museum of Art, 1930 R St. $4 non members. 323-7219. Toddler Tales, for ages 3 to 5, hear stories about animals, visit CALM wildlife and make crafts, 11 a.m. to noon, CALM, 10500 Alfred Harrell Highway. $7 nonmembers; $5 members. 872-2256 ext. 12.
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ma Society, presents “Treeless Mountain,” 7:30 p.m., Bakersfield Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $5. flics.org or call 428-0354.
Friday 2/5
15th annual Casino Night & Auction, Las Vegas style gaming including blackjack, craps and roulette, Thursday 2/4 includes dinner, 6 to 11 Grand Opening of Dean & p.m., CSUB, Icardo CenAdah Gay Sports ter, 9001 Stockdale Hwy. Complex, with a ribbon$30 advance; $35 at the cutting ceremony with door. Must be 21 to attend. Mayor Harvey Hall at 5:30 Proceeds benefit the p.m. with also a BakersCSUB Student-Athlete field College softball game Scholarship Fund. gorunat 7 p.m., and a Bakersners.com or 654-3473. field College baseball Clay Walker, 7 p.m., Buck game at 7:30 p.m., Bakers- Owens Crystal Palace, field College, Dean & Adah 2800 Buck Owens Blvd. Gay Sports Complex, 1801 $49.50-$59.50 plus fee. Panorama Dr. Free. Inter- vallitix.com or 322-5200. ested alumni from the BC Saturday 2/6 softball program can call Bakersfield Symphony 395-4258. Interested Orchestra, presents alumni from the BC baseball program can call 395- “Mahler and More!,” 8 p.m., The theater at 4266. Rabobank Convention Improv Comedy Show, Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. with Center For Improv Attitude group, 7 to 9 p.m., $32-$48, full-time students Rocket Shop Cafe, 2000 S. half price. bakersfieldsymphony.org or call Union Ave. $3 adults; $1 for children under 13. 832- 323-7928. FLICS International Cine4800.
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“The Sound of Music,” doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Stars Dinner Theatre, 1931 Chester Ave. $50-$54; show only tickets $25. 3256100.
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Mommy & Me Cooking Class, a special Valentine's meal with Linda Rangel, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Urner’s Kitchen Center, 4110 Wible Rd. 396-8400. PPAACC Drum Line, Color Guard & Cheer Team Competition, will feature performances from schools throughout California, begins at 8:30 a.m., Frontier High School, Gymnasium, 6401 Allen Road. $5-$6. All proceeds benefit Frontier High school band. Sierra Club Program & Brunch, with Ray Galvan discussing organically grown produce of the South Central Farmers Cooperative of Shafter, its implications for community supported agriculture, 10 a.m., Camino Real Restaurant, 3500 Truxtun Ave. Brunch $7.50. 3196996.
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