HAPPENINGS
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Can’t-miss events in February Fri. 3
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Kevin Smith: Live from Behind Podcast, featuring “Jay and Silent Bob Get Old,” 6:30 p.m. Edwards Cinema, 9000 Ming Ave. $15 plus fee and can be purchased online at fathomevents.com.
First Friday, featuring live music, art openings, specialty shops, galleries and boutiques, artists will set up their artwork, 5 to 9 p.m. Downtown Arts District. Don@ themetrogalleries. com or 634-9598.
FLICS International Cinema Society, presents “Certified Copy,” 7:30 p.m. Bakersfield Fox Theater, 2001 H St. $5. flics.org or 428-0354.
KCHCC 27th annual Installation of Officers and Business Awards, Bakersfield Marriott downtown, $65; $500 table. 633-5495 or jtamsi@ kchcc.org.
The Art of Todd Nauck, audience Q&A and signing session ($15; $10 for members) artist workshop ($15; $10 for members), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bakersfield Museum of Art. bmoa. org or 323-7219.
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“Fiore & Floret” floral photography exhibit by Bakersfield Californian photographer Felix Adamo. Opening Reception 5 to 7 p.m., Valentien Restaurant & Wine Bar 3310 Truxtun Ave.
Organ Recitals, lunch at noon, recital from 12:30 to 1 p.m. every second Wednesday, First Presbyterian Church, 1705 17th St. Lunch available for $6 before recital or feel free to bring your own lunch. 325-9419.
Valentine’s Super Love Jam 2012, with Zapp, Evelyn Champagne, Blue Magic, MC Magic and more, 8 p.m. Rabobank Arena. $27.50 to $49.50. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.
Gentle Giants: Mozart, Strauss & Mahler, 8 p.m. Rabobank Theater, 1001 Truxtun Ave., $34 to $50 plus fee. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.
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WWE Smackdown Live, 5 p.m. Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $23.80 to $80. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.
CSUB Men’s Basketball, vs. San Diego, 7 p.m. Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $5 to $20. gorunners. com or 654-BLUE.
Bakersfield Community Concert Assoc. presents Jeri Sager in “Broadway by Jeri,” 7:30 p.m. Rabobank Theater. $60 (four concerts for 2011-2012 season). 205-8522 or 589-2478.
Mon. 20 24-26 Damn YankeesBroadway in Bakersfield, 7:30 p.m. Rabobank Theater, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $30 to $60 plus fee. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.
Central Valley Sportsmen Boat, RV & Outdoor Living, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Kern County Fairgrounds. $8 or $6 w/ canned food donation; children 12 and under free.
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Dr.Seuss’ Birthday Read Across Bakersfield Celebration, 1 p.m., The Fox Theater. Jumpers, face painting, petting zoo, celebrity readers, a movie and more. Free tickets available at The Fox Theater and Russo’s Bookstore. Bakersfield Life February 2012
Harlem Globetrotters, 7 p.m. Rabobank Arena, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $28.90 to $115.65. ticketmaster. com or 800-7453000.
26th annual Bakersfield Home & Garden Show, noon to 7 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Kern County Fairgrounds, $7; $4 seniors (Friday only); 12 and under free.