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Blaze 'N J's

Photos of Blaze 'N J's in Chico, CA.

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Bring the house down with the Green River Thrillers, Ancient Warlocks and Hobosexual Sunday, April 20th at The Maltese from 9pm to midnight.

The Green River Thrillers crash the stage first as 3-piece noise rockers dedicated to bashing your ear drums to pieces. Ancient Warlocks then cast their powerful riffs, followed by Hobosexual.

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420 party at Blaze N' J's right now!

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The 3rd Annual 420 Music Festival takes place on, of all days, Sunday, April 20th.

Join the Chico Cannabis Club for this show in honor of their 12th anniversary. It's safe to say that you'll probably hear some reggae.

Cover is $15 at the door but there is no cost for musicians. This is an alcohol-free event (as in, no alcohol, not free alcohol, drunky).

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11am: Annual 420 Party @ Blaze N' J's Smoke Shop

Join Blaze 'N J's for their... ummm... 4th... 5th?... or something, annual 420 party. Umm... it'll be on... like, 4/20, bro. All day, bro. All day. There will be a raffle, prizes, live music, sale prices and a cacophony of flip-flop clacks, not to mention a fair share of suspicious aroma. It's free, fun and definitely not an all-ages show.

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Events on April 20th, 2014.

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Saturday, April 19th from 9:30pm to 1am, see Los cabillitos de la Cancion, Low Flying Birds and Los Papichulos perform at Lost on Main.

This Deep South X South of the Border party rocks hard with Latin flavor. Drop by and dance with senors and senoritas all night long.

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Raiju, Sorin, IO Torus and Taunis Year One hit the stage at 1078 Gallery Saturday, April 19th starting at 7:30pm.

This is a pure prog-rock show. Rhythms hit hard and fast so expect the foundation to shiver a bit in awe.

Cover is $5; show starts at 8pm.

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The Maltese Bar

Photos from the Motown Filthy and Sofa King show at The Maltese Bar on April 18th, 2014.

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5pm: Music Showcase @ Scotty's Landing

Visit Scotty's Landing for a music showcase with Rich and pal Keith Kendall of The Blue Merles from 5pm to 9. Expect bluegrass, country and rock; good ol' music to get your feet movin' to!

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The California Nut Festival 2014 arrives at the Patrick Ranch Museum on April 19th starting at 11am.

The Nut Festival celebrates all the delightful utility of our hard shelled friends. Nut-inspired dishes by local restaurants and chefs include wines, brews, juices and many savory meals. Local musicians will take the stage and agrarian art will be on display.

Tickets are $25 + fees on Eventbrite. Parking is $3. Ride your bike and take advantage of secure bike-check lock-up free!

Admission includes:

a commemorative glass

6 taste and drink tickets

Live music on 2 stages

Celebrity chef demos

shows starting at noon

Cooking Demonstration Agenda:

12pm: Amanda Bell demonstrates Citrus Beef Salad with Candied Walnuts.

1pm: Ashley Hosmer demonstrates crispy almond-topped smoked gouda mac & cheese with kale and pistachio slaw.

2:30pm: Jay Veregge demonstrates baby-back ribs with almond barbeque sauce and roasted duck with walnut and Thai peppers.

Music Agenda:

Porch Stage

11am-11:55: Mood Swing

12:15pm-1:15: The Joe Craven Trio

1:35pm-2:30: Rock Ridge

2:50pm-3:45: The Amy Celeste Band Truck Stage

11am-11:45: The Fabulous Hot Toddles

12pm-12:45: Kyle Williams

1pm-1:45: Lynn & Amy Brown

2pm-2:45: Phil Johnson & Ryan Miller

3pm-3:45: Hannah Kile VIP Tent

11pm-11:45: Bill Unger & Dave Vallelunga

12pm-12:45: Aaron Jaqua

1pm-1:45: Andrew Rush of Simple Wheel

2pm-2:45: Dan Casamajor

The Chico Trolley will also feature local farmers as tour guides starting from 11am, so you can visit the Transit Center to save some money and get a free show, too!

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The CARD annual Spring Jamboree is Saturday, April 19th at Caper Acres Playground in Bidwell Park.

Enjoy crafts, face painting, the ever-present bounce house, egg hunting and a visit from a special guest (hint: it's the Easter Bunny). Kinder's BBQ will be selling delicious lunch items.

The egg hunt schedule is as follows:

10AM: Pre-School (ages 5 and younger)

10:45AM: Kindergarten and 1st Grade

11:30AM: 2nd and 3rd Grade

The event itself is free.

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http://www.chicofarmersmarket.com/

Join Chico for the Saturday Farmers' Market every week from 7:30am to 1pm!

You'll find tons of great produce and beautiful crafts at the Chico markets! Bring the family for food, fun and live music! This Farmers' Market operates rain or shine. Buy local goods, produce, crafts, listen to music and more!

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Events on April 19th, 2014.

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Local hits Sofa King and Motown Filthy crash the party at The Maltese Friday, April 18th starting at 9pm.

See some of the local bands that make The Maltese one of the hippest joints in town.

Admission is $5, all of which goes to the artist. Ages 21 and over.

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The Pawns of Comedy come to Blue Room Theater April 18th and 19th for 8pm and 10pm shows.

The Pawns hone their craft in the Bay area, with members having opened for Ralph Nader and others using their clout and expertise to launch a new comedy festival. This is sure to be an absurdly hilarious night.

Tickets are $7.