Public Service Announcement

Sorry for the short issue guys. Currently on a family vacation. I write this beach side AirBNB while I drink a beer. I wanted to make sure to at least put out a small issue for you guys with some info and events. I’m working on a solution with a website to have some centralized version of TBG where people can submit events and have a bit of information. I’ll let you guys know when it goes live!

Pet of the Week

Looking for a sweet, easygoing companion? Rhonda might be the perfect match.

One of our readers recently took Rhonda out through Kern County Animal Services' Doggy Day Out program and shared this after spending the day with her:

Sometimes all a shelter dog needs is a chance to get out of the kennel and show their personality. During her day out, Rhonda proved she's a calm, affectionate dog who enjoys simple adventures and quality time with people.

Name: Rhonda
Animal ID: A1115464
Available through: Kern County Animal Services

This Saturday July 25th Take a Shelter Dog Out for the Day event is happening, and you’ll have a chance to hang out with Rhonda! Check out details here.

If you're interested in meeting Rhonda, visit Kern County Animal Services and reference Animal ID A1115464. Not quite ready to adopt? Consider participating in the shelter's Doggy Day Out program to give a shelter dog a fun day outside the kennel.

If you meet or adopt Rhonda, let us know, we'd love to share your story in a future newsletter. Plus if you have your own pet you want us to include in the newsletter, email me the info! [email protected]

In The City

Robot K-9 approved for Bakersfield Police Department
The Bakersfield City Council approved the purchase of a robotic police dog that will be used during high-risk incidents, including searching buildings and investigating hazardous situations before officers enter.

Help shape Bakersfield through RISE 2045
The City has released the draft RISE 2045 General Plan, a blueprint that will help guide decisions on housing, roads, parks, downtown development, public safety, and more over the next 20 years. Residents have until September 27 to review the draft and submit comments before it's finalized.
View the draft: https://bakersfield2045.com/

Free lunches available at Kern County libraries
Children and teens ages 2–18 can receive free lunch at participating Kern County Library branches through the Lunch at the Library program. Many locations also offer free activities and Summer Reading events. Meal service is available through July 31 at most participating branches.
Find locations and schedules: https://kerncountylibrary.org/plant-a-seed-read-join-the-summer-reading-challenge/

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

• Paper + Pinot @ TLO Wines (6PM–8PM) Casual creative night featuring watercolor and craft projects paired with wine. RSVP encouraged.
• Chess Club @ Temblor Brewing (5PM) Weekly community chess meetup open to casual and competitive players.
• Sunsets on the River @ Yokuts Park | 4198 Empire Dr. (6:30PM) Free family event celebrating the Kern River featuring water play, crafts, wildlife demonstrations with Doug Lemmons, and fly-fishing demonstrations.
• Cruise Night @ Chuy's Baja Grill (6PM) Weekly cruise night featuring classic cars, music, and food.
• Love on Tap @ Temblor Brewing (7PM–9PM) Speed dating event for singles ages 21–33. Limited tickets available.

• Olivia Rodrigo Night @ Jerry's Pizza & Pub (7PM) Olivia Rodrigo-themed night featuring karaoke, themed drinks, and a photobooth. $15 cover.
• Summer of Soul @ Pyrenees Café (Doors 7PM) All-ages concert featuring The Charties, Thee McCharmlys, Fatal Attraction, The Deval Project, and DJ Mr. Groove.
• Hip Hop & Corridos @ Paradise Palace (Doors 9PM) All-ages concert featuring CNG, Frosty Chasing Dough, Banda MP, Los Treboles de Culiacán, Chiko Gee, Joe Maynor, Shawn Eff, Demon, and more. Free before 10PM with RSVP and a school supply donation.
• Friday Night Magic @ Bakersfield Esports Center (6:30PM) Weekly Magic: The Gathering tournament.

• F Street Farmers Market @ In Your Wildest Dreams Parking Lot (7:45AM–12PM) Weekly farmers market featuring local produce and vendors.
• Riverlakes Farmers Market @ CHS Parking Lot (9AM–1PM) Weekly community farmers market.
• Mat Pilates Moai – BZP Bakersfield @ nX Annex (10AM–11AM) Weekly mat pilates class focused on strength, flexibility, balance, and mindful movement.
• 2nd Annual Summerween Market @ California Truck | 5800 Wible Rd. (10AM–2PM) Family-friendly themed market featuring vendors, food, aguas frescas, games, a DJ, and a wiener fest.
• Turning Bird Grand Opening @ Turning Bird | 2400 Wible Rd., Suite 7 (11AM–8PM) Grand opening celebration featuring giveaways, classic cars, live DJ, family meals, and flock passes for the first 50 guests.
• Streets of Bakersfield @ Kern County Animal Services | 3951 Fruitvale Ave. (Pick-up: 10 AM–12 PM | Return by 3:30 PM) Spend the day with a shelter dog by taking them on an adventure around Bakersfield. Apply in advance to participate.
• Bakersfield EDM Festival @ Paradise Palace Event Center (6PM-2AM) 21+ multi-day EDM festival featuring two stages, food vendors, and more than 10 DJs. Bakersfield’s biggest EDM festival.
• A Summer Night in Mariposa @ Basement at Woolworth's (Doors 6PM) All-ages showcase featuring local artists and DJ Kace the Face.
• Night Hike @ Wind Wolves Preserve (Evening) Guided evening hike through San Emigdio Canyon. Reservations required.
• Feels Like 2005 @ The Padre Hotel (8PM–11:59PM) 2000s throwback party featuring Emo Night with Reissued and DJ Dante Cross.

• Haggin Oaks Farmers Market @ 8800 Ming Ave. (9AM–2PM) Weekly farmers market featuring local vendors and fresh produce.
• Education & Resources Festival @ CALM Zoo | 10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy. (9AM–2PM) Family event featuring educational activities, community resources, giveaways, and $2 train rides.
• Ninja Twins Sunday Funday @ Jerry's Pizza & Pub (11:30AM–2:30PM) Live music during Sunday brunch. No cover.
• Dungeons & Dragons: Magic Campaign @ Jerry's Pizza & Pub (6PM–9PM) Beginner-friendly campaign with character sheets, miniatures, free dice for first-time players, and prizes.
• WWE Summer Tour @ Dignity Health Arena (7PM) WWE returns to Bakersfield for the Summer Tour.

• Beginner Tango Dance Series @ Fairfax Grange | 4 Fairfax Rd. (4:30PM–5:30PM) Five-week beginner tango course. No partner required.
• Motown Mondays @ Jerry's Pizza & Pub (6PM–10PM) Weekly live music with Kev King.
• Iron Vixens Roller Derby Recruitment Night @ Rollerama | 1004 34th St. (6:30PM–8:30PM) Recruitment night for adults 18+. No experience necessary.
• Bingo & Beer @ Temblor Brewing (7PM) Weekly bingo night.
• Dungeons & Dragons Meetup @ Bakersfield Esports Center (7PM) Weekly D&D meetup.

• Bakersfield Jazz Workshop @ Centro Cali Brewing | 1000 19th St. (6:30PM–9:30PM) Weekly jazz jam session open to musicians and listeners.
• Pub Trivia @ Temblor Brewing (7PM) Weekly trivia night.

• Family Game Night @ Temblor Brewing (4PM) Weekly family-friendly games.
• Cornhole Tournament @ Temblor Brewing (5:30PM) Weekly cornhole tournament.
• Western Wednesdays @ The Fairfax Grange (Doors 5:40PM, Lesson 6PM) Weekly country dance lessons focusing on two-step.
• Bingo Night @ BarrelHouse Bakersfield | 4200 Resnik Ct. (6PM) Free weekly bingo night.
• Bike Basics: Fix Your First Flat @ Snider's Cyclery | 2700 Union Ave. (6:30PM–7:30PM) Hands-on workshop teaching cyclists how to repair a flat tire hosted by community group Feral Ladies. RSVP required
• MixxedFit Dance Fitness @ My Dance & Fitness Studio | 4001 Union Ave. (7PM–8PM) High-energy dance fitness class.
• Emo Karaoke @ Jerry's Pizza & Pub (7PM–Midnight) Weekly emo and pop-punk karaoke night.
• Bingo Night + Live Music w/ Vince Galindo @ Rooster's Honky Tonk (8PM) Weekly bingo followed by live music.

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