Featured Events in Baker in November 2023 (August Updated)

Student Appreciation Night at the Fowler returns to late night Wednesdays this fall. The Fowler Museum at UCLA is excited to dedicate the first event to the Bruins! Students, mark your calendars for November 1, 2023, and join us at the Fowler Museum located at 308 Charles E Young Drive North, Los Angeles, CA 90024. This special night offers a variety of activities and entertainment. Explore our newest exhibition, The House Was Too Small, and immerse yourself in the art. Enjoy live music by Mariachi de Uclatlán as they celebrate Día de los Muertos. Bring your appetite and savor delicious food from La Monarca Bakery & Cafe. Engage in informal discussions with student educators in the galleries and gain insights into the artwork. Capture the memories of the evening at our Polaroid selfie stations and take home some Fowler stickers as keepsakes. And that's not all! The first twenty-five students to arrive will receive an exclusive exhibition poster. The event kicks off at 4 pm with selfie stations opening in the Courtyard. At 5 pm, join the Fowler in Motion workout session on the open terrace. Then, head over to the Amphitheater at 6 pm for a delectable culinary experience provided by La Monarca Bakery & Cafe. Finally, from 6 to 7:30 pm, Mariachi de Uclatlán will fill the Amphitheater with vibrant music. Parking is available in UCLA Lot 4, 198 Westwood Plaza, directly off Sunset Blvd, for $3/hour or a maximum of $15/day. If you prefer rideshare, you can be dropped off at 305 Royce Dr. Student Appreciation Night at the Fowler is a free event open to all students. Don't miss out on this exciting evening of art, music, food, and celebration!

Join Rise Up! A monthly celebration of poetry (and 'lucky dip' open mic) on Wednesday 29th November at 8pm at Bluebird Bakery in Acomb. This month's event features three talented poets: Suzanne Batty, Yvie Holder, and Katy Mahon. Suzanne Batty, an acclaimed poet, has published two collections with Bloodaxe Books. Her most recent work, States of Happiness, was handpicked by Jackie Kay as one of her Books of the Year for The Guardian. Suzanne, who received a Northern Writers Award for Poetry in 2022, is currently exploring the intersection between verse and prose through a play and poetry collection. Yvie Holder draws on her UK and Caribbean heritage to create poetry that delves into themes of memory, migration, love, loss, and place. As the winner of the Helen Cadbury Poetry Prize 2021, Yvie's work has been published in various journals and anthologies. Katy Mahon, a published poet in Irish and English journals, recently saw her poems featured in Black Nore Review, Free the Verse, and HOWL New Irish Writing. Her debut chapbook, 'Some Indefinable Cord', was published in 2022. The event will also offer book and pamphlet sales, as well as the opportunity for three lucky participants to perform their own poem in the open mic segment. To express your interest in reading your poem, please email rise@bluebirdbakery.co.uk with your name, email address, and contact number. The event offers tiered ticketing options to ensure affordability, with tickets priced at £10 and a limited number available at £5. All poets are paid from door sales. Tickets can also be purchased at Bluebird Bakery in Acomb. Doors will open at 8pm, with performances beginning at 8.30pm. Don't miss this exciting evening of poetry. Hosted by Nicky Kippax and Elizabeth Chadwick Pywell, both poets and Northern Writer Award winners, Rise Up! is the perfect platform to celebrate the power of poetry.

Join the Ceramic Ornament Painting event at Bard and Baker Board Game Cafe in Troy. This exclusive opportunity allows participants to create their own one-of-a-kind ceramic ornaments. Upon registration, each participant will receive three ornaments - a star, a button shape, and a heart - to unleash their artistic talents. Whether you decide to follow along with the instructor or let your creative spirit run wild, the choice is yours. Once painted, the ornaments will be collected by the instructor and fired at a later date, to be determined. You can then pick up your beautifully finished pieces from Bard and Baker. Don't miss out on this chance to express your creativity in a relaxing and enjoyable environment. Join us at Bard and Baker in Troy for a memorable ceramic painting experience. Book your spot now for only $39.45.

Wright&Grainger, the multi-award-winning theatre company, presents their sensational production, "Orpheus," at the esteemed Rise venue. This international smash-hit has captivated audiences worldwide with its theatrical magic, evoking laughter, tears, and a profound sense of love. Critics rave about its brilliance, with Glam Adelaide declaring it a five-star masterpiece. In this enchanting tale, we meet Dave, who is about to turn 30, and Eurydice, a captivating tree nymph. Amidst the backdrop of dive bars and side streets, the audience is treated to an unexpected karaoke performance by none other than Bruce Springsteen. The story unfolds, intertwining ancient gods and exploring the depths one would go for love. The Adelaide Advertiser hails it as a wonderful experience, awarding it a perfect five-star rating. "Orpheus" emerges as the well-deserved winner of the Best Theatre (weekly) category at the Adelaide Fringe. Don't miss this extraordinary production, brought to life by Wright&Grainger. Join us at Rise for an unforgettable evening filled with wonder and awe.