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Wiccan Wednesdays with Derek $5

Wiccan Wednesdays with Derek
Wednesdays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$5

Wiccan Wednesday-Is a class for any one who is a beginner or just interested in learning about the Wiccan Path. This class will be ongoing beginning July 1st and held every week on Wednesday from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. This class will be geared toward a 101 style. We will be covering every thing from history, philosophy, and the ethics of cultural appropriation, to meditation, energy, types of magical practice, tips, and tools.

A little about Derek:

Hail and welcome! I am Derek Wrigley, the newest healer at the Enchanted Cottage. My spiritual path is that of Shamanic Wicca.
I moved to Bakersfield in October of '07 to start a new life with the most wonderfully magical woman a man could ever hope to share life with. I was raised in the small lumber town of Roseburg Oregon. I spent much of my youth outdoors and the wilderness is my second home. I took my first class in core shamanism with Christina Pratt way back when I was in Junior High. It was also at that time I was introduced to Taoism. By the time I graduated from high school I had studied with a Taoist Mystic and philosopher Bill Horden author of "The Tao of Cool", had a 2nd degree in Reiki, spoke two foreign languages and had a 2nd degree black belt in Tang Soo Do. By the time I was 23 I was married and nationally certified as a Licensed Massage Therapist in Oregon. I had a very successful practice. Ten years, two wonderful kids, and a divorce (thank the goddess) later, I moved here. Needing to repair spiritually the damage done by my marrige, I found wicca. I have been on the wiccan path for several years now. I am currently attending B.C. and working toward a Nursing Degree.

The Night B4 Thanksgiving Jam 2009!

IT'S THE BIGGEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR!
THE NIGHT EVERYONE COMES HOME!
GET YOUR DANCE AND DRINK ON BEFORE YOU HAVE TO FACE THE FAMILY!
(CLICK ON FLIER TO HEAR SOME MUSIC!)

Bakersfield Best Movie Value - Baby Boomer Thursday

Bakersfield movie lovers can enjoy the latest Hollywood blockbusters, including the best in 3D, while saving money at the box office and concession stand, thanks to super savings available at Reading Cinemas at the Valley Plaza Mall. Beginning Friday, Nov. 6, Reading Cinemas is introducing new, lower ticket pricing along with concession discounts. In addition, the theater is adding three other specially priced days.

Baby Boomer Thursday (begins Nov. 26, Thanksgiving Day) - Each Thursday, anyone 55 or older with a valid ID may purchase a $5 movie ticket to any show and get a FREE 46 oz popcorn.

49TH Annual Free Thanksgiving Day Feast

The Glorious Faith Worhship Center, located at 400 Watts Street, will host their annual Thanksgiving Day feast on Thanksgiving morning . This feast began 49 years with the late Pastor T.D. Johnson and his wife the late Missionary Dorthy Johnson with only a pot of Chili Beans. They would bring dishes from their own homes in order to feed those in need on Thanksgiving. Now with the full tradional Thanksving menu(Turkey, Stuffing,mashed potatoes, vegetables, Dinner roll, cake and pie, the tradition has been carried by the Johnson's son Pastor David Johnson and his wife Missionary Sammie Johnson along with the congregation of the church. This event will take place on Thanksgiving morning form 11:00am to 12:00pm at Roys Market located on Martin Luther King Blvd, off Virginia Ave.

2005 Bordeaux Tasting @ Imbibe Wine and Spirits

Weekly Tasting Event

2005 Bordeaux Tasting

- Petite Bocq (91-93 WA)
- Ch. Kirwan (92+ WA)
- Ch. Quinault (94/100 WA)
- Ch. La Confession (95/100 WA)
- Ch. Reignac (90/100 WA)
- Ch. Joanin Becot

Tastes range from $4 - $8

Wines will be available to taste beginning at 4:00 pm Friday, November 27th.

An additional 16 wines are always available on our Enomatic Wine System. Imbibe Wine is open Monday through Saturday 10 am to 9 pm.

Do you Imbibe?

Feast for the Beasts

The California Living Museum (CALM) will be closed Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving, but invites visitors out the following day, Friday, Nov. 27 for a free admission and a chance to help stockpile food for the animals on Feast for the Beasts Day. CALM, located between Hart Park and Lake Ming in northeast Bakersfield, will be open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and each visitor will be admitted for free in exchange for one of the following food donations to the animals:

3 lbs. pecans, walnuts, almonds and/or unshelled peanuts (all without salt or flavoring)

5 lbs. frozen mixed vegetables

2 lb. jar of peanut butter, jam or honey

2 lbs. dried fruit (raisins, apricots, banana chips, etc.)

5 lbs. yams or sweet potatoes (uncooked)

5 lb. bag of IAMS dog food in the green or blue bag

5 lb. bag of wild birdseed

3 boxes of Ziploc® freezer bags (quart or gallon)

2-1/2 oz. boxes of Honey Bunches of O’s, Cheerios, Fruit Loops, Honeycomb and/or Frosted Mini Wheats

$20 gift card from any pet, grocery, hardware or office supply store will admit two adults and two children

“Everything on this list is vitally needed and helps keep the ever-rising food costs down,” said CALM Director Tom Anspach. “Feast for the Beasts is a wonderful tradition that officially begins the holiday season at CALM.”

CALM is located at 10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy., in northeast Bakersfield between Lake Ming and Hart Park. Check http://www.calmzoo.org for more information.

2009 Granada Hills Pokemon City Tournament

The TCG City Championship tournaments are a free-to-play event that provides Pokemon players the opportunity to succeed at an intellectual sport and test a player's trading card game skill, strategy and creativity.

As the first even in the Pokemon Organized Play (POP) Series, players in each of the three POP-recognized age divisions compete for Pokemon TCG booster packs, a City Championship media and for the honor of being named champion. In addition, all Pokemon Premier Events award Premier Rating points toward a potential invitation to the World Championships.

Making Holiday Memories at the Gaslight Melodrama Theatre's "Holiday Extravaganza"

Make Holiday memories at the Gaslight Melodrama's Holiday Extravaganza.

For those of you that have attended The Holiday Extravaganza in the past know exactly how much fun the holiday season can be at the Gaslight Melodrama.

You will see a mix of heart warming Christmas themed tales mixed with holiday music and outragous comedy. It's fun for the whole family.

www.themelodrama.com

Catch 22 live @ The Lone Oak

Thanks Giving weekend at Lone Oak. 9pm - 1am. Tired of turkey? How about hot rock music and cold drinks. Come work off that holiday feast by dancing to your favorite rock covers.

Local Flutist to perform at Marketplace

Flutist Elizabeth Velez Urie will be a featured performer at Russos' Books in the Marketplace on Friday, November 27 from 1-3 p.m. She is scheduled to perform holiday music as well as selections from her newly released CD, "Amazing Grace."

She will also be performing at Borders Books 4980 Stockdale Hwy. On December 2nd and 3rd from 7-8 p.m.

The First Annual “not so” Black Friday Craft Fair at Caffeine Supreme.

The First Annual “not so” Black Friday Craft Fair at Caffeine Supreme.
Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping! Find unique holiday gifts and décor from some of Bakersfield’s finest crafters!
Over 20 vendors will be present as well as Color Me Mine will be selling keepsake ornaments and you can also be entered in to win a Christmas tree!
Nov. 27th from 8:00am-5:00pm

Other events are as follows:
Dec. 4th tree lighting,
Dec 5th and 6th craft fair.
Dec. 6th tree giveaway

The Enchanted Cottage Guided Meditation Group $5

The Enchanted Cottage
Guided Meditation Group
Saturdays, 10am-11am
$5

Our Guided Meditation Group will be meeting once a week and is led by Marcia Ohlman, a Reiki Master, Intuitive, and Teacher.
Come and join us for a journey of peace and tranquility.
Experience the positive effect of meditation, essential oils and healing music.
Date: every Saturday (except holidays)
Meditation script will be provided for each class.

HolidayLights at CALM's new attractions

"HolidayLights at CALM" will feature an imaginary ocean of aquatic animals to celebrate its seventh season, from November 28-December 30. Event hours are 5:30-9 p.m., each night, except Dec. 24-25, when CALM will be closed. Always family-friendly, HolidayLights is once again offering $2, Monday-Thursday, ticket discounts. Regular admission prices are $6 for children ages 3-12. Children ages 13-17 and senior citizens (age 60+) are $10. Adults pay $12. Tickets will be on sale a week prior to the event opening through Vallitix at (661) 322-5200 or on the Internet at http://vallitix.rdln.com.

New to visitors this year is an ocean of aquatic animals transformed in CALM's tranquil pond, plus lighted mariachi and fireworks displays. Traditional crowd favorite, the symphony of dancing trees, is back, along with rides on the Candy Cane Express and Grand Carousel. All of it takes place amid displays of more than two million lights interwoven throughout CALM's 14, beautifully landscaped, acres. Proceeds from HolidayLights at CALM benefit the non-profit CALM Foundation, providing funding for developing new and exciting animal exhibits at CALM.

CALM, located at 10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy., in northeast Bakersfield (between Lake Ming and Hart Park), has for 26 years cared for animals that have been injured or otherwise cannot survive in their natural habitat. For more information, check CALM's Web site, www.calmzoo.org , or call CALM at (661) 872-2256.

Mento Buru & DJ Mikey at McMurphy's!

WE'RE HEADING BACK TO EAST BAKO!
TIME TO WORK OFF THAT TURKEY, BABY! BAILASO!
(CLICK ON FLIER BELOW TO PARTAKE OF THE BURU!)

auditions - Wedded Bliss - 11/28 @ 1pm Bakersfield

Wedded Bliss

a Celebration of Love

[stage play]

auditions

~ Saturday November 28 @ 1 pm ~

bring pix & bio tell somebody…

Golden State Mall ~ [south entrance]

3201 F Street ~ Bakersfield Ca

characters:

Bride & Groom

Matron of Honor & Best Man

In-Laws

Preacher

Musician

Vocalists

email: iconstv@yahoo com

Make Memories at The Gaslight Melodrama's Christmas Extravaganza

Make Holiday memories at the Gaslight Melodrama's Holiday Extravaganza.

For those of you that have attended The Holiday Extravaganza in the past know exactly how much fun the holiday season can be at the Gaslight Melodrama.

You will see a mix of heart warming Christmas themed tales mixed with holiday music and outragous comedy. It's fun for the whole family.

www.themelodrama.com

Make memories at The Gaslight Melordrama's Holiday Extravaganza

Make Holiday memories at the Gaslight Melodrama's Holiday Extravaganza.

For those of you that have attended The Holiday Extravaganza in the past know exactly how much fun the holiday season can be at the Gaslight Melodrama.

You will see a mix of heart warming Christmas themed tales mixed with holiday music and outragous comedy. It's fun for the whole family.

www.themelodrama.com

Bakersfield Recovery Services Fundraiser Dance

Bakersfield Recovery Services, Jason's Retreat and Capistrano Community for Women are holding a Fundraising Dance and Raffle. Raffleing a guitar autographed by Merle Haggard, Marty Stewart and Red Simpson. Music by Inez Savage and the Savage Sound. 12:00pmto 4:00pm Door Prizes,Raffle and Lots of Fun.

Greenhorn Mt. Veterans' Association Pancake Breakfast & Craft Sale

The Greenhorn Mountain Veterans' Association is sponsoring the 12th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Craft, Antique, & Collectible Sale. This sale gives local crafters, artists, and collectors a chance to show and sell their wares. Admission is free to buyers and browsers. A pancake breakfast and lunch items will be served for a nominal fee. Proceeds from this event and other yearly events are used by the Veterans' to sponsor local community activites throughout the year. This event is being held at the Greenhorn Mountain Veterans' Rodeo grounds inside the Community Hall on Pascoe Rd. in Glennville, which is approximately 38 miles from Bakersfield off Hwy. 155.

HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE BENEFITING RELAY FOR LIFE

Please join us for our annual
Holiday Boutique
Benefiting “Relay for Life”
American Cancer Society

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2009

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

ENJOY DELICIOUS TREATS WHILE SHOPPING FOR

UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFTS, BAKED GOODS, HOLIDAY DÉCOR and much more.

10% OF PROCEEDS GO TO RELAY FOR LIFE, AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY.

13006 Fall River Place, Bakersfield, CA 93314

ph. (661)900-4230.

Sponsored by Team Jurassic
WWW.TREASUREBOXPARTIESANDGIFTS.COM

For more info. contact Lisa at (661)703.3915

ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Gaslight Melodrama Theatre's Holiday Extravaganza

Make Holiday memories at the Gaslight Melodrama's Holiday Extravaganza.

For those of you that have attended The Holiday Extravaganza in the past know exactly how much fun the holiday season can be at the Gaslight Melodrama.

You will see a mix of heart warming Christmas themed tales mixed with holiday music and outragous comedy. It's fun for the whole family.

www.themelodrama.com

Gaslight Melodrama Theatre's Holiday Extravaganza

Make Holiday memories at the Gaslight Melodrama's Holiday Extravaganza.

For those of you that have attended The Holiday Extravaganza in the past know exactly how much fun the holiday season can be at the Gaslight Melodrama.

You will see a mix of heart warming Christmas themed tales mixed with holiday music and outragous comedy. It's fun for the whole family.

www.themelodrama.com

Free Zumba Class

Do you want to get a jump start on those New Years Resolutions? Come and check out Zumba for free.

The class will be held at Silver Creek Community Center on Monday November 30, 2009 at 6 p.m. We will be doing dance and fitness moves to your favorite latin and international rhythms like Cumbia, Reggaeton, Merengue, Bhangra, African and Salsa.

We think of Zumba as exercise in disguise because we are having such a great time that we don't even realize that we are exercising.

See you on Monday!

When: November 30, 2009 at 6 p.m.
Where: Silver Creek Community Center
How much: Free

Check out www.zumbann.com for more information.

Ballroom dance classes

Ballroom dance classes, beginning I at 8 p.m.; beginning II, 6:45 p.m., Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive. Six-week session $34, $44 for non-district residents. 322-5765 or 392-2010.

Compulsive Eaters Anonymous

Compulsive Eaters Anonymous, H.O.W. (Honesty, Open-Mindedness, and Willingness), 6:30 p.m. Mondays; 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Unity Center-Bakersfield, downstairs, 1619 E St. Free. 832-8582.

Ev-leen's Dance Studio

Ev-leen's Dance Studio, 1201 20th St., Ste. B, offers Tiny Tots dance, Zumba, ballet, hip-hop and cheer classes. Call 323-4883.

Exercise class

Exercise class, 10 to 11 a.m., every Monday and Wednesday, Community House, 2020 R St. 327-8835.

For support groups or classes

For support groups or classes, contact Consumer Family Learning Center, 5121 Stockdale Highway, call 868-5074, for times, days and locations.

Greenacres Community Center

Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive, offers a number of dance classes, which runs six weeks; $34, $44 for nondistrict residents. 322-5765 or 392-2010. The classes are:Ballroom dance classes, beginning I at 8 p.m., beginning II, 6:45 p.m. Mondays, and beginning I, 8:30 p.m. WednesdaysEast Coast swing (jitterbug), beginning and/or intermediate, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

Inner Bodyworks Studio

Inner Bodyworks Studio, 1614 20th St., offers Beginning Yoga, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; Flow 2-3, 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, three classes for $25 (first visit); and an Introduction to Yoga Workshop, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays for $15. Call 324-1808 for more details.

Level 1 (Beginners) Iyengar Yoga

Level 1 (Beginners) Iyengar Yoga, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Yoga Space, 1201 24th St., Suite B100. Buy one class, get one free. bakersfieldyogaspace.com or 323-9642.

Lifeline CPR

Lifeline CPR, infant, child, adult CPR and first aid training, Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, Community Connection for Child Care, 2000 24th St. $45; $15 qualifying child care providers. 331-3868.

Lifeline CPR

Lifeline CPR, pediatric, adult CPR and first aid certification course, Monday, Wednesday and Saturday classes, includes two year certification. Details, 331-3868.

Line Dancing

Line Dancing, beginners, 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Bakersfield Senior Citizens Center, 530 4th St. 325-1113.

M.A.R.E. Volunteer Workshop

M.A.R.E. Volunteer Workshop, 3:30 p.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. Saturdays, M.A.R.E. Therapeutic Riding Center, 18200 Johnson Road. mareridingcenter.com or call 589-1877.

Mind-Body Exercise Studio

Mind-Body Exercise Studio, holds classes at Bakersfield College, 1801 Panorama Drive, offers beginner pilates/yoga, basic bootcamp, Zumba, intermediate fusion, call for times, days. 328-9022 or 395-4089.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Monday, Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. kerncountylibrary.org or call 868-0770.

RN Exploring Program

RN Exploring Program, for people between the ages of 14-20 who are interested in careers in nursing; exploring programs are based on career opportunities, life skills, service learning and leadership experiences, 6:30 p.m. every first and third Monday, now until May 1, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Founders Hall, 420 34th St. 395-4566.

Scottish Country Dancing

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.

Stars Gymnastics Training Center offers a variety of children's classes at varying levels. Call 833-3986 for details

Stars Gymnastics Training Center offers a variety of children's classes at varying levels. Call 833-3986 for details, 833-386.

Sweet Adelines Chorus

Sweet Adelines Chorus, for ladies who enjoy singing, 7 to 10 p.m. Mondays, Society for Disabled Children, 1819 Brundage Lane. sweetadeline.org or 346-6190.

West Coast Swing Dance

West Coast Swing Dance, beginning 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays; intermediate 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays; advanced 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8214 Mossrock Drive. $35 for four weeks. joshclarkdance.com or 330-9616 or 477-2788.

Indoor Cycling Class

Indoor Cycling Class, using CycleOps Power fitness bikes, 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 7 a.m. Saturday, Action Sports, 9500 Brimhall Road, Ste. 400. $5 per class. Email sam@teamactionsports.com or 833-4000.

Kern County Department of Public Health

Kern County Department of Public Health, offers a variety of community clinics. Call your local health clinic for times, dates and locations.

Lifeline CPR

Lifeline CPR, pediatric, adult CPR and first aid certification course, Monday, Wednesday and Saturday classes, includes two year certification. Details, 331-3868.

A Devil Wears Prada

A Devil Wears Prada, with Story of the Year and LoveHateHero, 6 p.m. Monday, The Dome, 2201 V St. $20 plus fee. vallitix.com or 322-5200.

Arvin Christmas Parade

Arvin Christmas Parade, the route begins at Bear Mountain Blvd. at Campus Dr. and runs east to C St., 7 p.m. Monday. Arvin. 854-2265.

Master's Swim Team

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.

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony, 9:55 a.m. Monday, Union Cemetery, 730 Potomac Ave. 371-0555.

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony, 12:15 p.m. Monday, at the Kern Veteran's Memorial, 601 Truxtun Ave., in front of the Amtrak rail station. 371-0555.