Beale Memorial Library in Bakersfield, Calif.
Sending lots of gratitude to the Beale Memorial Library and Bakersfield friends for an incredible event May 12. Being “in conversation” with a trusted pal – in this case, Rick Bentley, entertainment reporter extraordinaire – is the way to go!
![Rick Bentley, a friend since 1977 and our shared Kentucky New Era days, agreed to interview me, thank heavens!](https://kathydesjardins.com/wp-content/uploads/B_IMG-2831_530x800.jpg)
thank heavens!
![Then off we went to Hollywood for a wonderful lunch with Bruce Steele, another dear, longtime friend.](https://kathydesjardins.com/wp-content/uploads/G_IMG-2896_B_530x800.jpg)
Bruce Steele, another dear, longtime friend.
![Lynne Kemmer gave a wonderful introduction in the library's local history room, a must-see for Bakersfield folks.](https://kathydesjardins.com/wp-content/uploads/C_IMG-2840_800x530.jpg)
![Then off we went for a fabulous dinner (and powerful margaritas!) at a well-remembered Mexican restaurant. I just adore these friends of nearly 35 years!](https://kathydesjardins.com/wp-content/uploads/E_IMG-2870_800x530.jpg)
I just adore these friends of nearly 35 years!
![When in California, a trip to LA is a must. The first stop was to see my godson and his wife, Kyle and Vunny.](https://kathydesjardins.com/wp-content/uploads/F_MG-2884_800x530.jpg)
Black Cat Comics, their virtual comic shop specializing in vintage toys and comics.