This summer may feel eternal after the spring’s early release, but there are still ways to have fun....more»

 A beautiful vignette of artistry and prose awaits the readers of a new book, The Art of Kindness, by local artist and author, Aliza McCracken....more»

California State University, Bakersfield President Lynnette Zelezny has awarded the university’s highest honor, the President’s Medal, to philanthropist and agribusiness leader Barbara Grimm-Marshall for her commitment to uplifting and advancing the region through education, philanthropy, and innovation....more»

Give Big Kern 2020 sets fundraising record with donations close to three quarters of a million dollars, according to a new report to the community....more»

 The first six months of 2020 have been characterized by uncertainty but one takeaway is clear: a swift departure from business as usual prompts greater demand for creative problem-solving....more»

 Join Bike Bakersfield for a family-friendly full moon bike ride starting at Beach Park and following the bike path to the Market place on Monday, July 6th, from 8 to 10 p....more»

For a limited time, Girl Scout of Central California South is covering the cost of memberships for new Girl Scouts valid through September 2021....more»

The Historic Fox Theater, which has been in the heart of downtown Bakersfield since 1930, is accepting marquee submissions for July, so you can see your name and/or message in lights to help a good cause....more»

 Kern Community Foundation’s COVID-19 Relief Fund gets an additional $100,000 from Kern Health Systems, which enabled the Foundation to award grants to nine nonprofits responding to basic needs....more»

M Street Navigation Center, 2900 M Street, owned by County of Kern and operated by Community Action Partnership of Kern, recently opened to help people experiencing homelessness....more»