The Guide's "Guide to Getting Help" and Events this Weekend and Beyond. June 8 edition 2018

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Before you look for Weekend Fun? Yes, it's in here. But FIRST, we have Important News.

This edition has three sections, and two of 'em are about events. But, just hang on a sec.

Seriously now. Don't run-off because this doesn't look like the part with the one-man band with the guy with a tuba and an accordion and a cymbal. Or like the part with the plate-spinners, and the lion-tamers with their upended chairs. Please don't decide to bypass this and scroll directly to the events... Wait, okay? Wait.

Please read this:

"There is so much shame around depression and there shouldn't be. People need to realize it is a treatable disease.

"There is this very strange bubble created by social media. We are chasing what's fake. We need to get in touch with what's real. Are we showing up for each other or are we just checking our devices four hundred times an hour? We need to be there for each other, FOR REAL.

"I suggest everybody get quiet with themselves and ask yourself, 'Do I feel connected?' You've got to get to know what really feeds you and put those elements into your life.

"Eighty percent of depression is untreated, and it's all treatable! We need to be there for each other and make that happen!"

-- Nancy Collier, Psychotherapist and author, on "The Big Picture with Holland Cooke," June 8, 2018.
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WE PRESENT THE ABOVE FOR A REASON...

Just yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta (CDC) released a report showing that suicides are up 40%. Specifically, in 2016, nearly 45,000 Americana took their own lives. Somewhere in America, there is a suicide every twelve minutes, and most of them are people who never expressed any previous desire to do it. And, specifically...

This morning, we all awoke to the news that Anthony Bourdain was dead at age 61 -- and that his death was an apparent suicide.

Not "just another talking head on TV," and certainly not just another babbler in the corporate media echo chamber and its cult-of-personality "news" shows, Bourdain was someone who touched us. Sure, we had joked in these pages about him "eating his way around the world," but we said, with it, that he was easily one of the best things on CNN.

That's because he met people in different cultures, often in nations that are in conflict with someone else -- even at odds with the American Empire.

Bourdain had a tough life in earlier years, and much of it was self-inflicted. He was a heroin addict for years, until he decided he didn't want to be, and he kicked it.

What followed was success as an acclaimed chef in New York, success as a bestselling author, and work as a correspondent and host on TV, who also got to do some very special assignments.

Like sharing a meal he cooked with then-President Obama.

And like spending time in Gaza and Israel and Palestine, honestly reporting the experiences of thos on both sides of Israel's wall and the apartheid state it has created.

And so, when Bourdain received the Peabody Award as the best example of a prominent humanitarian, for his TV show, "Parts Unknown," he told the assembled awards audience:

"You know, we go places and we ask very simple questions:
* What do you like to eat? What do you like to cook?
* Who do you cook for?
* What do you do when you eat ?
* Who do you invite?
* What do you talk about?
And when we ask those simple questions, we get very revealing, very informative and enlightening answers."

Okay, all of you who are journalists, or who spend time wondering what the hell has happened to what journalists are supposed to do? You see the essence of a good part of it in what he said.

As artists, few of us work in the medium of food. But all of us seek to understand the nature and essence and influence of things, and to enable others to understand, through our music and art.

Few of us get the opportunity to have the impact that Anthony Bourdain had. Especially as voices for peace and understanding. He found a way, and he showed us.

And his voice for peace and understanding and finding fulfillment and influence through simple joys? It is a loss to our culture that he chose to silence his own voice.

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Because suicide never makes sense to anyone but the person who takes their own life -

- and survivors of suicide attempts nearly always say they regretted their attempt from the moment they took the action they intended would kill them --

we are reprising a feature that we last ran in the Guide in December 2016.

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THIS IS YOUR GUIDE, AND OUR GUIDE TOGETHER,
TO FINDING HELP FOR YOURSELF OR SOMEONE WHO NEEDS IT.


We have resources here for Suicide Prevention; Drug Dependency, Overdose or Combined Effects; Rape; Domestic / Spousal / Elder Abuse; Child Abuse; Poisoning; Arson; Illegal Firearms; Youth Crisis; and more.

As Dr. Collier says, "There is so much shame around depression and there shouldn't be."
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*** NO ONE should EVER feel embarrassment or hesitation in helping someone else.

Because...

(a) We can risk the wrath of their embarrassment, or we can attend their funeral and say how shocked we are.

or

(b) We can risk seeing the news of the next school shooting, or the next mom who drove her kids into the lake, or...

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SUICIDE PREVENTION / FINDING AN ALTERNATIVE / ANOTHER WAY OUT

Lots of phone numbers are below so you can TALK to someone who understands.

Maybe you need to use the web, for the moment. Okay. Here:

https://admin.publichealth.lacounty.gov/ivpp/injury_topics/Suicide/suicide_hotlines.htm

There's also the Didi Hersch Suicide Prevention Center, at:

http://www.didihirsch.org/spc

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LOCAL & NATIONAL 24-HOUR CRISIS HOTLINES

at: www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/ivpp/hotlines.htm
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Los Angeles Suicide Prevention Hotline
310-391-1253
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National Suicide Prevention Hotline
800-273-TALK
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Poison Hotline
800-222-1222
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Arson Hotline
800-633-2836
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Los Angeles Commission on Assaults Against Women
213-626-3393
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Child Abuse Hotline
800-540-4000
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California Youth Crisis Line
800-843-5200
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Rape Hotline
800-585-6231
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Reporting Illegal Firearms Activity
1-800-ATF-GUNS
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DRUG, ALCOHOL, SUBSTANCE ADDICTION / OVERDOSE / ABUSE / HELP

Most of what's out there is in the for-profit realm. Here is the free PUBLIC HEALTH agency contact info:

http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/

Referrals to treatment centers: 888-742-7900

Also, the Poison Hotline:
800-222-1222
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HOMELESS SERVICES
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Getting a supply of food:

www.lafoodbank.org
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Eating today:

www.losangelesmission.org
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Getting shelter:

Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, 811 Wilshire Blvd Fl 6, Los Angeles 90017; 213-718-1542; https://www.lahsa.org/
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Or shelter in L.A. County:

(Really an administrative office that, at best, offers referrals) Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, 500 W Temple St, Room 358, Los Angeles 90012; 213- 974-1311 or TDD 800-735-2929; info@lacounty.gov.

https://www.lacounty.gov/residents/social-services/homeless-services
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NEVER BE EMBARRASSED TO CALL SOMEONE FOR HELP.

That call is your first step in taking charge and making a difference.

Even if it doesn't seem like it at the moment -- it is.

IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO NEEDS THE ABOVE INFORMATION, copy and paste it and send it to him or her. Then follow through -- call them and talk about it. Or print it out and take it with you and go to them (or paste it into your phone and take it), and sit with that person and discuss things.

That may be the greatest act of friendship you've ever taken in your whole life.

Every day is the right time for peace, love and understanding.

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# 2 news feature...


THIS WEEKEND'S EVENTS & FESTIVALS...


Here are our listings of some fun things to do.

Chronological, by day and start time.
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Fri, Jun 8:
7 pm - THE QUITTERS bring their "High Octane Americana" virtuoso guitar-vocal duo selves to Fiddler's Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi, CA 93561; 661-823-9994. Tix, $20.
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Fri, Jun 8:
8 pm - SHELBY LYNNE plays the famous concert hall behind McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497.
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Fri, Jun 8:
8 pm - THE BAREFOOT MOVEMENT, a wonderful young bluegrass ensemble, plays Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583.
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Fri, Jun 8:
8 pm - JENNIFER LEITHAM and COYOTE JOE STEVENS play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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Sat & Sun, Jun 9 & 10, FESTIVAL:
10 am-7:30 pm - "THE BIG IRISH FAIR" returns for its annual weekend at Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way, Irvine, CA 92618.
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Sat, Jun 9:
3 pm - BRETT PERKINS makes his annual return from Europe to play a matinee with "Friends" at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
* Arcadia born/Copenhagen based Brett Perkins’s voice and songs appear on over 20 album releases, from his number one co-write for Sony artist Mads Langer to Scottish super group Runrig, numerous film and television placements (MTV’s Road Rules, NBC Movie Of The Week, etc), widespread international airplay and awards (1st Prize, Great American Song Contest & First Prize, Australian Song Contest International Pop Category).
* His latest album with The Pawnshop Preachers is currently generating airplay in numerous countries including five songs on Denmark's national radio.
* Brett with be joined by French songwriter Magali Michaut, happy fiddler John Roy Zat, Arcadia native Janet Croteau and other special guests tba.
* More at: www.brettperkins.com
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Sat, Jun 9:
7 pm - "SATURDAY SONGWRITERS SALON" is a special show with JANET CROTEAU, AIREENE ESPIRITU, ED TREE, & JAYNEE THORNE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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Sat, Jun 9:
7 pm - JOHN ZIPPERER plays the "Live at the A-Frame" House Concert series in Kagel Canyon, CA 91342; reservations get directions from Coddy Nuckols, at 818-486-8505 or Coddy.nuckols@gmail.com
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Sat, Jun 9:
7 pm - THE QUITTERS play Piazza's Pine Cone Inn, 13383 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238; 760-376-6669.
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Sat, Jun 9:
7 pm - JANET CROTEAU plus AIREENE ESPIRITU, ED TREE, and JAYNEE THORNE, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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Sat, Jun 9:
7:30 pm - "SONGS FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE" Presented by San Diego Folk Heritage at Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 2020 Chestnut Av, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
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Sat, Jun 9:
8 pm - JAMES LEE STANLEY plays Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583.
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Sun, Jun 10:
2:30 pm - LARRY WILDER, " a world ambassador for Americana music," plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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Sun, Jun 10:
7 pm - "TWO OLD GUYS AND A BLONDE" are New Christy Minstrels alums ART PODELL, TRACY NEWMAN, & DOLAN ELLIS, playing a night of song with plenty of inside stories, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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# 3 news feature...


MUSIC A-COMIN', LATER IN JUNE


This is just a quick first look, and is miles from complete. But don't dawdle, lest things'll sell-out!

Presented chronologically, by day and start time.
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Thu, Jun 14:
8 pm - CHRISTIE LENÉE is currently featured in "Guitar Player" Magazine’s May 2018 Issue, plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
* 2017 International Fingerstyle Guitar Champion Christie Lenée is a captivating performer with a devoted following among instrumental, folk-pop and rock band audiences. Combining guitar mastery, contemporary singer/songwriter and a passion for storytelling, she thrives on bringing people together through the language of music.
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Sun, Jun 17:
2 pm - DAVE CORY AND FRIENDS play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
* Traditional Irish tunes and songs. Banjo. KIRA OTT on fiddle. JIMMY MURPHY on guitar.
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Sun, Jun 17:
7 pm - PETER FELDMANN, DAVID JACKSON, & RICK CUNHA are three music legends playing traditional tunes at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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Thu, Jun 21:
7 pm - "AMERICANA WOMEN-THE RIVER & THE MUSE" play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; no reservations for these monthly "Roadhouse" series shows; get there in time to get in and pay at the door.
* The performers are Coyote Sky, Manda Mosher, KP Hawthorn, Pam Loe, Rj Chesney, Diego Garcia, Karman Jeanne, Dolly Ramirez, Aireene Espiritu, Annette Conlon and the Muse River Band including Al Bonhomme, Alex U’ren, Owen Goldman and Neil Rosengarden.
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Sat & Sun, Jun 23-24, FESTIVAL:
Annual "LONG BEACH BAYOU FESTIVAL" at Queen Mary Events Park, 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA; http://longbeachbayou.com
* Hours: Sat, 11 am­9 pm; Sun, 11 am-7 pm.
* LONG BEACH BAYOU FESTIVAL MOVES TO A NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR, AT THE QUEEN MARY EVENTS PARK, LONG BEACH CA.
* New Orleans Blues, Jazz, R&B, Soul, Zydeco and Cajun Music, Cajun & Creole Cuisine, Dance Instruction & Continuous Dancing, Mardi Gras Parade, Crawfish & Watermelon Eating Contests, Activities for Kids and Teens.
* After many years at rainbow Lagoon, the Long Beach Bayou Festival will be in a new location this year, adjacent to the Queen Mary and facing the scenic downtown Long Beach Skyline. While we'll all miss the swamplike lagoon, organizers tell us, "The Queen Mary Events Park is an ideal new home for the Bayou Festival with its Mardi Gras atmosphere and colorful French Quarter marketplace featuring Cajun & Creole cuisine and other delicacies, set to the sounds of New Orleans Blues, R&B, Jazz, Zydeco and Cajun music." Uhh, sounds like the same delightful festival without the swamp. Anyway, the pertinent details with a full music lineup are below.
* Known for top-notch artists in Blues, Cajun and Zydeco and more, the festival features simultaneous stages of music and has plenty of activities for kids. As always the large shaded wooden dance floor will be filled all weekend long. The easy dance instruction for all ages is always a popular feature and includes group participation dances that everyone can enjoy.
* Popular festival traditions continue with a colorful costumed Mardi Gras parade led each day by the New Orleans Traditional Jazz Band, and a delectable French Quarter marketplace with gumbo, crawfish etouffee, jambalaya, hush puppies and other Cajun and Creole delights, plus coffees and desserts such as sweet potato pie, beignets and an array of cobblers. The popular crawfish and watermelon eating contests also return this year.
* Children of all ages appreciate the Kids Corner featuring storytelling, sing-a-longs, arts and crafts, magic, and costume and mask making for the Mardi Gras Parade. The Kids Corner also features kids shows and games and activities for older kids are also featured.
* CAJUN/ZYDECO STAGE lineup includes:
Jeffery Broussard and the Creole Cowboys (Saturday, Sunday)
T-Broussard and the Zydeco Steppers (Saturday, Sunday)
Jo Jo Reed (Saturday)
Acadien Cajun Band (Saturday, Sunday)
New Orleans Traditional Brass Band (Saturday, Sunday)
Bonne Musique Zydeco (Sunday)
Crawdaddio (Saturday)
* NEW ORLEANS STAGE includes:
South Side Slim (Saturday)
Ray Goren (Sunday)
Shari Puorto Band (Saturday)
Sonny Green Blues Band (Sunday)
Corney Mims & The Knowitallz (Sunday)
McKee Brothers (Saturday)
The Oreo Divas (Saturday)
Marguaret Love & The Lovetts (Saturday)
* The event is presented by Benoit Entertainment Group. A portion of the profits will benefit LALA (Louisiana to Los Angeles), a non-profit organization which raises educational funds for local youth to attend college.
* Adv Ticket purchase and Info: www.longbeachbayou.com; by phone, 562-912-4451.
* Tickets: Adults: $30/day-advance, $35/day-gate; Seniors (60+): $25/advance, $35 at the gate, Children age 12 & under are free; Active Duty, Retired and Reservists of the Military: free with current, valid Military ID.
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Sat, Jun 23:
7 pm - LAURENCE JUBER, GRAMMY AWARD WINNING GUITARIST, plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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Sun, Jun 24:
7 pm - JOHN YORK & THE THREE B’S play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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Fri, Jun 29:
8 pm - SEVERIN BROWNE and JOHN M play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 92675; reservations by phone only, 7 days, 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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See you soon with more. Meantime, stay tuneful!

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LEGALESE, CONTACTING US, 'N SUCH...

Boilerplate? Where's the main pressure gauge? And the firebox?

What "boilerplate"? Who came up with that goofy term for the basic essential informational stuff...
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