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At Empire College, programs are tailor-made to help you get the skills employers want. With no closed classes or unnecessary electives, you can prepare for a new career or expand your existing skills in just 6 to 18 months.
ARTrails Oct. 13–14 and 20–21 Self-guided opportunity to buy directly from artists and peek into their workspaces. Preview galleries and receptions at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, Pelican Gallery and Graton Gallery. 10am–5pm. Free. 707.579.2787. www.artrails.org. Dark Star Orchestra Oct. 14 Recreating Grateful Dead pieces into an entirely new generation of the classics and covering entire shows from the Dead is Dark Star. Deadheads won’t be disappointed at Uptown Theatre, 1350 Third St., Napa. 7:30pm. $30–$35. 707.259.0123. Holly Near Oct. 14 She ain’t your average pioneerwoman—legendary folksinger Holly Near returns with her newly formed band and the spirit of the ’60s riding on her solid voice. Often cited as one of the founders of the women’s music movement, she’ll be sure to sing her thoughts out and take the stage under firmly planted boots. “Peace Becomes You” on Sunday, Oct. 14, at the Glaser Center. 547 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. 7pm. $25–$30. 707.568.5381. ext. 103.
Paralegal Information Technology Office Administration Hospitality, Tourism & Wine Accounting and Bookkeeping Medical Assisting, Billing/Coding Network/Information Security Day and evening classes. Job placement assistance. Financial aid available to qualifiers. Affordable financing plans.
Lunafest Oct. 14 Featuring short films by, for and about women, the Lunafest is a fundraising film festival held at over 150 venues nationwide that benefits women’s organizations. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa. 11am. $15–$55. 707.546.3600.
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Company C Contemporary Ballet Oct. 18
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Described as “high-voltage athleticism,” Company C is a 13-member group of classically trained dancers with a diverse repertoire of contemporary choreography. This ensemble is guaranteed to be sensual, provocative and entertaining above all else. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs
Road, Santa Rosa. 8pm. $30–$45. 707.546.3600. Anjelah Johnson Oct. 19 Honored with a 2008 ALMA Award nomination for outstanding female comedic performance, this San Jose, Calif., native Latina debuted in one of the most successful viral YouTube videos ever, “Nail Salon.” Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa. 8pm. $30. 707.546.3600. Bioneers Conference Oct. 19–21 Hear about groundbreaking ideas and discuss building a blueprint for sustainable systems at the 23rd annual Bioneers Conference, a meeting of environmentally focused minds. Notable speakers include R. Carlos Nakai, Kenny Ausubel and Nina Simons. Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. $175–$495. 877.246.6337. www.bioneers.org. Bill Maher Oct. 20 In a countdown to the 2012 elections, we all need a good laugh and a break from the serious talk on TV, and for the last 17 years, satirist Bill Maher has been gifting us with just that. Green Music Center, 1801 East Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park. 8pm. $50–$90. 800.745.3000. Dada di Rosa Oct. 20 A bit of sparkling wine won’t be the only jewels you’ll see in this incredible event at the Gatehouse Gallery. After a silent aunction, frolick over to the lake for cocktails, music, “Dada-licious” dinner and desserts, and of course, dancing. 5200 Sonoma Hwy., Napa. Preview party on Saturday, Oct. 6, 6pm–9pm. Event on Saturday, Oct. 20, 5pm–midnight. $100–$500. 707.226.5991. The Capitol Steps Oct. 25 Since 1981, the Capitol Steps have recorded over 30 albums, with their most recent titled Take the Money and Run—for President. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts,