Visitors had a sneak preview of what the Kern County Museum had planned for this year's Clock Tower Holidays during a special Gala Reception on Nov. 17 inside the museum's main gallery. Tickets were $25. Included in the festive evening was the annual lighting of the Beale Memorial Clock Tower, a preview tour of the designer decorated holiday trees and wreaths, music and delicious foods and beverages from different lands. Called "Joy to the World," the exhibit went on display the next day to the general public and runs through Dec. 30. Visitor hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and 12-5 p.m. Sundays. Admission prices are $8 adults, $7 seniors ( ages 60+) and students (ages 13-17), $6 students (ages 6-12), $5 children (ages 3-5). Children younger than 3 are admitted free. Parking is also free. More