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Local Business Spotlight

Who Loves Bacon— A local bacon lover

I was reached out by someone via email that I should go and try his dad’s business all about Bacon a few months ago. I’ve been meaning to stop by since then, and a few Saturdays ago I finally got the opportunity to stop by, and let me tell you it did not disappoint.

I went in randomly to the Riverlakes Farmers Market and roamed around until I found the stand, Who Loves Bacon. I was greeted by a big smile by the owner who started telling me everything I needed to know about his company and his love for his bacon. I didn’t tell him his son sent me so I could get a genuine customer experience. He had a big smile and told me so much about his bacon!

I bought one of his handy pieces of bacon on a stick that you can eat on the spot. It was cooked to perfection with hot honey. So darn good.

I also brought home one of his packs of Bacon and ate them on some homemade Hamburgers. I forgot to get pictures of that, but the black pepper bacon went perfect with my burger. Please shop local and go give them a try! They’re located Saturdays at the Riverlakes Farmers Market at Centennial High School from 9AM-1PM and on Sundays at the Haggin Oaks Farmers Market at 8800 Ming Ave. from 9AM-2PM. Follow Who Loves Bacon on Instagram, and check out the website WhoLovesBacon.com where you can order bacon as well!

Local News

Buck Owen’s Crystal Palace Closes

I talked about it on an issue a while ago, but Buck Owen’s family announced on the Crystal Palace IG that they we going to fulfill the rest of the scheduled shows and close their doors.

I was able to attend the last show. It was beautiful and heavy knowing it was the last one. I wanted to share a few photos.

The Buck family was trying to shop the building. Somewhere in between 7-10 million USD from what I heard. For now it appears that the legendary Crystal Palace is done. Let’s hope someone with a lot of money can keep the legacy alive.

🎟️ Events This Week: October 2nd-8th

💡 Click the underlined event name for tickets or more info.

Thursday, October 2

• D.R.I. @ Jerry’s Pizza (7:30 PM) 1817 Chester Ave — Legendary crossover thrash band returns downtown. $15–$30 cover.

• A Taste of Ireland @ Fox Theater (7:30 PM) 2001 H St — Irish music and dance with world-class performers. Tickets from $52.

• Northlane, Like Moths to Flames & Windwaker @ The Nile (7:30 PM) 1721 19th St — Heavy metal/metalcore showcase. Tickets $38+.

• Born of Osiris @ Temblor Brewing Co. (6:30 PM, doors 5:30 PM) 3200 Buck Owens Blvd — Through Shadows USA Tour with The Browning & VCTMS. $39 GA.

• Concerts at The Marketplace – Peace Through Oldies w/ Thee Majestics @ The Marketplace (7:00 PM–9:00 PM) 9000 Ming Ave — Free outdoor concert, bring chairs and enjoy live oldies.

Friday, October 3

• Don Sushi Grand Opening @ Don Sushi (11:00 AM–8:00 PM) 2233 Niles Pt — Celebrate the grand opening of Don Sushi’s new Niles location.

• Fuller Acres Park Grand Opening @ Fuller Acres Park (2:00 PM) 8321 Hilltop Dr — Ribbon-cutting and community celebration with food and activities.

• The Bako Market @ Downtown Bakersfield (5:00 PM–9:00 PM) Downtown — Outdoor community market with local vendors, food, and live music.

• First Friday ArtWalk @ Arts Council of Kern (5:00 PM–9:00 PM) 19th Street, Downtown — Monthly art walk featuring local artists, live music, food, and a maker’s market.

• Girls Girl Streetfair @ Wall St. Alley (6:30 PM–10:00 PM) Wall St Alley — Night market featuring women-owned vendors with food, clothes, jewelry, sweets, and more. Free admission.

• Witching Hour Paint Class @ Corks & Strokes (7:00 PM–9:00 PM) 3800 Rosedale Hwy — Halloween-themed paint class, $35.

• The Toxic Avenger @ Ovation Theatre (7:30 PM) 1622 19th St — Off-Broadway cult comedy musical. Runs through Oct 12.

• Friday Night Magic @ Bakersfield Esports Center (6:30 PM) 7500 Rosedale Hwy — Weekly Magic: The Gathering event, free to play.

• TCB Live @ Chuys Baja Grill (7:00 PM–11:00 PM) 8660 Rosedale Hwy — Classic rock and local favorites.

• Jean Coyote + Italian Bites @ Tlo Wines (6:00 PM–8:00 PM) 12109 E. Panama Rd — Live music paired with Italian bites from Chef Andrew.

Saturday, October 4

• F Street Farmers Market @ 2819 F St (7:45 AM–12:00 PM) — Weekly downtown farmers market with fresh produce, food trucks, and local vendors.

• Riverlakes Farmers Market @ Riverlakes Ranch Park (9:00 AM–1:00 PM) 3825 Riverlakes Dr — Fresh produce, baked goods, and artisan crafts.

• Free Community Workout @ River Walk Park (7:00 AM) 11298 Stockdale Hwy — Join XSMuscle for a free outdoor fitness session.

• Rosedale Artisan Fair @ Tractor Supply Co. (9:00 AM–1:30 PM) 8200 Rosedale Hwy — Local artisan vendors and handmade crafts.

• Root & Rise Mat Pilates Moai @ Greenacres Community Center (10:00 AM–11:00 AM) 2014 Calloway Dr — Free community Pilates and breathwork session.

• Creature Feature @ Wind Wolves Preserve (10:00 AM–12:00 PM) 16019 Maricopa Hwy — Storytime, crafts, and a reptile hike. Free family event.

• Family Day @ Buena Vista Museum (10:00 AM–4:00 PM) 2018 Chester Ave — $20 covers 2 adults + up to 6 kids for a full day of museum fun.

• Just for Kids STEM: Bats & Spiders @ Buena Vista Museum (10:30 AM–12:00 PM) 2018 Chester Ave — Hands-on STEM activities for kids and parents.

• Fall Gnome Paint Class @ Corks & Strokes (12:00 PM–1:30 PM) 3800 Rosedale Hwy — Paint a seasonal gnome canvas, $35.

• Bakersfield Condors vs. San Jose Barracuda @ Dignity Health Arena (4:00 PM) 1001 Truxtun Ave — AHL hockey action downtown.

• Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra Opening Night @ Rabobank Theater (5:30 PM) 1001 Truxtun Ave — Featuring Holst’s The Planets with NASA visuals.

• Southwest Night Market @ Independence High School (5:00 PM–9:00 PM) 8001 Old River Rd — Food, drinks, crafts, and live entertainment.

• Screamer Run & Halloween Festival @ CSUB (6:30PM) 9001 Stockdale Hwy — Family fun run and Halloween festival on campus.

• Honey the Highlander Paint Class @ Corks & Strokes (7:00 PM–9:00 PM) 3800 Rosedale Hwy — Highland cow painting session, $35.

• The Toxic Avenger @ Ovation Theatre (7:30 PM) 1622 19th St — Musical comedy continues.

• Taylor Swift Night @ Rollerama West (7:00 PM–10:00 PM) 7850 Brimhall Rd — Swiftie skating night with raffle prizes. $15 includes rental.

• Dub Seeds w/ Morning Drive @ Chuys Baja Grill (7:00 PM–11:00 PM) 8660 Rosedale Hwy — Reggae and local music favorites.

• Fortnite Zero Build Tournament @ Esports Center (3:00 PM) 7500 Rosedale Hwy — Tournament entry $20 per player.

• Asher Phoenix Live @ Tlo Wines (2:00 PM–5:00 PM) 12109 E. Panama Rd — Indie-pop-soul singer songwriter.

Sunday, October 5

• Haggin Oaks Farmers Market @ 8800 Ming Ave. (9:00 AM–2:00 PM) 8800 Ming Ave — Weekly outdoor farmers market with produce, food, and local goods.

• Watcher at the Lightpost Paint Class @ Corks & Strokes (1:00 PM–2:30 PM) 3800 Rosedale Hwy — Spooky seasonal paint class.

• The Toxic Avenger @ Ovation Theatre (2:00 PM) 1622 19th St — Matinee performance.

• Ron Houston @ Jerry’s Pizza (12:00 PM–3:00 PM) 1817 Chester Ave — Outlaw country and Americana live set.

• Fear Factory 30th Anniversary @ Temblor Brewing Co. (8:00 PM, doors 7:00 PM) 3200 Buck Owens Blvd — Celebrating 30 years of Demanufacture. $36 GA.

• Valorant Tournament @ Esports Center (5:00 PM) 7500 Rosedale Hwy — Competitive PC gaming, entry $20.

• Bobby Best & Friends @ Chuys Baja Grill (12:00 PM–3:00 PM) 8660 Rosedale Hwy — Afternoon set.

• Cattle Call @ Chuys Baja Grill (4:00 PM–8:00 PM) 8660 Rosedale Hwy — Evening country music performance.

Monday, October 6

• Chucky & Tiffany Paint Night @ Jerry’s Pizza (6:00 PM) 1817 Chester Ave — Paint Chucky or Tiffany, $15 cover.

• Saliva w/ Earshot, The Founder & LYLVX @ Nile Theater (7:00 PM) 1721 19th St — Nu-metal legends perform downtown.

Tuesday, October 7

• Pennywise Paint Night @ Jerry’s Pizza (6:00 PM) 1817 Chester Ave — Paint the infamous clown. $15 cover.

Wednesday, October 8

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That’s it for this week.

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