Free After-School Program

The Bakersfield Police Activities League is offering a free After-School Program starting August 26th for children ages 6–17. It runs Monday through Thursday from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM and includes snacks, dinner, tutoring, arts & crafts, games, and more. For details, visit www.bakersfieldpal.org or call (661) 283-8880. Location: 301 E 4th St., Bakersfield, CA…Read More

12th Annual Kern County Run/Walk

Join the 12th Annual Kern County Run/Walk on Saturday, September 20th from 8 a.m to 12 p.m. at Riverwalk Park. Registration is $20 for adults and $10 for kids ages 3-11. Cancer survivors are free. The event runs from 8 AM to 12 PM, and families can register online at www.KernCountyCancerRun.org.Read More

Feed the Need Food Drive

The Kern County Fair and CAPK Food Bank need volunteers for the Feed the Need food drive on September 23, 2025, from 3–9 PM. Volunteers will help collect canned food donations and welcome fair visitors. For details, contact Araseli Lopez at [email protected].Read More

Free Lunch & Learn on joint pain

Adventist Health Bakersfield is hosting a free Lunch & Learn on joint pain, Tuesday, September 30th from noon to 1 p.m. Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Timothy Galan will discuss hip and knee anatomy, common disorders, prevention, and treatments. Lunch is included, but RSVP is required at AdventistHealthBakersfield.org/LunchAndLearn.Read More

Kern County Heart and Stroke Walk

The Kern County Heart and Stroke Walk takes place Saturday, October 11th at CSU Bakersfield. The American Heart Association is inviting the community to join in raising funds to fight heart disease and stroke. Registration is available at BakersfieldHeartWalk.com.Read More

A-Z Foundation Group Golf Tournament

Join the A-Z Foundation Group Golf Tournament on Sunday, October 13, 2025, at Rio Bravo Country Club. Proceeds benefit Honor Flight Kern County, Valley Children’s, and the Free Veterans Golf Tournament—Register your team or sponsor today! Contact [email protected]Read More

Howloweenie Parade

Hoffmann Hospice’s first Howloweenie Parade is set for October 23rd at 5pm at Belcourt Village. Dress up your pups for a fun costume contest with prizes for Best Costume, Most Talented, and Best Duo (Dog + Human), plus swag bags while supplies last. Read More