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SUMMARY:Catholic Charities June Food Distribution 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Catholic Charities June Food Distribution is taking place this month. The organization provides food to individuals in the local area. There are four separate events planned for food support. \nThe first event is in Shafter at Richland Healthy Start on Friday June 5 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The next event is in Delano at Saint Mary’s School on Thursday June 11 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM. \nCatholic Charities is also hosting specific events at their main location in Bakersfield. A Senior Distribution will take place on Tuesday June 16 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. A Farmers Market will take place on Wednesday June 24 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Both of these events for the Catholic Charities June Food Distribution are located at the 825 building in Bakersfield. \nPlease see the flyer for exact times and locations. For more details visit Catholic Charities or call 661 281 2130.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/catholic_charities_june_food_distribution_2026/
LOCATION:Catholic Charities of Bakersfield\, 825 Chester Ave\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 933301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Catholic Charities July Food Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Charities of Bakersfield is hosting their monthly food distribution. The organization provides food to individuals in the local area. There are four separate events planned for food support in July. \nThe first event is in Rosamond at St. Mary of the Desert on Thursday July 2 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The next event is in Buttonwillow at St. Mary’s Church on Friday July 10 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. \nCatholic Charities is also hosting specific events at their main location in Bakersfield. A Senior Distribution will take place on Tuesday July 21 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. A Farmers Market will take place on Wednesday July 22 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Both of these events for the Catholic Charities July Food Distribution are located at the 825 Chester Ave building in Bakersfield. \nPlease see the flyer for exact times and locations. For more details visit Catholic Charities or call 661 281 2130.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/catholic_charities_july_food_events/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
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SUMMARY:2026 Kern County ADA Conference
DESCRIPTION:Independent Living Center of Kern County is hosting the 2026 Kern County ADA Conference. Celebrating 36 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act\, the event will take place on Thursday July 30 and Friday July 31 2026 at the Bakersfield Marriott. \nThis conference provides an opportunity to learn about accessibility and inclusion. Retired Chief of Police Lyle Martin will serve as the guest speaker. Attendees can also participate in breakout sessions covering digital accessibility and student rights. Additionally\, a separate Casino Night Fundraiser will be held on July 30. \nGeneral admission tickets and separate fundraiser tickets are available on Eventbrite. For more details\, please visit www.ilcofkerncounty.org or call 661 325 1063.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/kern_county_ada_conference-2/
LOCATION:Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center\, 801 Truxtun Ave.\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T100000
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SUMMARY:Catholic Charities August Food Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Charities of Bakersfield is hosting August food distributions. These events are taking place in Arvin\, Shafter\, and Bakersfield. \nEvent Schedule\n\nFriday\, August 7 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Arvin at St. Thomas The Apostle\nFriday\, August 14 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Shafter at Healthy Start\nTuesday\, August 18 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for Senior Distribution at Catholic Charities\nWednesday\, August 26 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a Farmers Market at Catholic Charities\n\nContact Information\nVisit www.ccdof.org or call 661.281.2130 for exact addresses and more details.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/catholic-charities-august-food-distributions/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T120000
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SUMMARY:Eventful Impact Bakersfield — Greater Together Fundraising Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Spend the morning with local\, regional\, and national fundraising professionals for an interactive seminar designed to help Bakersfield nonprofits elevate their fundraising events. This event covers event strategy\, auctions\, fund-a-need\, donor cultivation\, and data security\, perfect for nonprofit staff\, event chairs\, or volunteer organizers planning a fall fundraiser. \nWhen: Tuesday\, August 25\, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nWhere: Valley Strong Credit Union\, 11500 Bolthouse Dr\, Bakersfield\, CA 93311\nIncludes: Breakfast provided\, plus a chance to win an Event Prep & Recovery Package \nUse code KCF15 at registration for $15 off. \nRegister: https://apmarketing.ejoinme.org/register
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/eventful-impact-bakersfield-fundraising-seminar/
LOCATION:Valley Strong Credit Union\, 11500 Bolthouse Dr\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T150000
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SUMMARY:Ride for Change | Ride for PM 2026 in Bakersfield
DESCRIPTION:Ride for Change | Ride for PM is the 2nd annual bike ride hosted by the Prince Michael Forever 15 Foundation. Riders will gather August 29\, 2026 at Riverwalk Park in Bakersfield to honor Prince Michael’s legacy and his love for riding bikes. The event also encourages youth to make positive choices and invest in their community\, so all youth and adults are welcome to take part. \nAbout the Foundation \nThe Prince Michael Forever 15 Foundation hosts this annual ride to honor Prince Michael’s memory. Each year\, the event brings families together and invests in the next generation. \nEvent Details \nRiders should arrive early so they can check in before the group sets out together. \n\nArrival at 3:00 PM\nRide out at 4:00 PM\nLocation: Riverwalk Park\, Bakersfield\, CA\n\nRegistration and Cost \nParticipants register in advance to join Ride for Change | Ride for PM. Youth ride free\, while adult riders pay $10. Riders should also bring their own bike and helmet\, then dress appropriately for an afternoon outdoors. Anyone who wants to support the foundation’s youth programs can donate or sponsor the event\, and these contributions help fund future rides like this one. \nWhat to Expect \nThe ride welcomes all skill levels\, and riders can gather at Riverwalk Park before heading out as a group. It’s a chance for the community to come together\, celebrate Prince Michael’s memory\, and support a cause centered on youth mentorship. \nContact Information \nCommunity members who need registration details can scan the QR code on the official event flyer from the Prince Michael Forever 15 Foundation.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/ride-for-change-ride-for-pm-2026/
LOCATION:The Park at Riverwalk\, 11298 Stockdale Hwy\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93311
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Public Safety Professionals Retreat Ohana Koa Luau
DESCRIPTION:Public Safety Professionals Retreat is hosting the Annual Ohana Koa Luau. \nSchedule and Location\nThe event is from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Saturday August 29 2026. It is held at the Stockdale Country Club located at 7001 Stockdale Highway in Bakersfield California. Island attire is encouraged. \nFood and Social\nDinner and live entertainment are provided during the Annual Ohana Koa Luau. There will also be a silent auction and a Hawaiian shirt contest. \nTickets and Sponsorships\nTickets are 125 dollars each. Sponsorship packages are available. To donate to the silent auction contact prosper.pspr@outlook.com. For details or tickets visit www.prosperetreat.com.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/ohana_koa_luau/
LOCATION:Stockdale Country Club\, 7001 Stockdale Hwy.\, Bakersfield\, 93309
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T080000
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SUMMARY:Kern County Building Bridges Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Valley Strong Credit Union is hosting the Kern County Building Bridges Summit on Thursday\, September 3\, 2026 at Legends Lounge & Event Center in Bakersfield. This summit focuses on expanding access to funding and resources for Kern County’s small businesses and nonprofit organizations. Local business owners\, nonprofit leaders\, and community members are all welcome to attend. \nSchedule for the Building Bridges Summit \nThe day starts with a coffee and networking mixer\, then moves into a full lineup of workshops and panels. \n\n8:00 AM to 9:00 AM: Coffee & Networking Mixer\n9:00 AM to 2:00 PM: Workshops & Panels\n\nLunch will be provided for all attendees. \nLocation \nLegends Lounge & Event Center\n7900 Downing Ave\, Bakersfield\, CA 93308 \nWhat the Summit Will Cover \nGuest speakers and panelists will lead discussions across three main topics. The State of Kern County Small Business session looks at the current landscape for local businesses. A second panel covers nonprofit fundraising\, grants\, and marketing strategies. The third session focuses on financial management\, economic development\, and lending\, giving attendees practical tools they can apply right away. \nRSVP Information \nAttendees should RSVP in advance to secure their spot at the Kern County Building Bridges Summit. Registration is available at valleystrong.com/events.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/kern-county-building-bridges-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Legends Lounge and Event Center\, 7900 Downing Ave\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:2026 En Garde Gala: Parry on the Pacific
DESCRIPTION:Kern Athletic Fencing Foundation is hosting the 2026 En Garde Gala on Saturday September 12\, 2026. The event will take place from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM at Luigis Warehouse in Bakersfield. This cruise inspired evening is titled Parry on the Pacific and features an Italian dinner wine and a cash bar. \nThe En Garde Gala serves as the main annual fundraiser for the organization. Proceeds support competitive youth fencing adult fencing recreational fencing for underserved youth and parafencing programs. Guests will view live youth fencing demonstrations and parafencing showcases during the event. \nTo register or learn more about sponsorship opportunities please visit www.kernaff.org. The deadline to RSVP is August 31\, 2026.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/2026_en_garde_gala/
LOCATION:Luigi’s Warehouse Event Venue\, 725 E. 19th Street\, BAKERSFIELD\, CA\, 93310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T170000
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SUMMARY:emPOWERment Grateful Gala
DESCRIPTION:emPOWERment is hosting the Grateful Gala Event. This gathering benefits at risk youth alongside victims and survivors of human trafficking. \nSchedule and Location\nThe evening begins at 5:00 PM on Friday\, September 18\, 2026. The gathering is held at the Bakersfield Country Club located at 4200 Country Club Dr. in Bakersfield California 93306. \nSpeakers Food and Social\nGuests will have food and social time while listening to the speakers. The featured speakers include Dess Perkins who is the founder CEO and a survivor. You will also hear from Bella who is a survivor mother and an advocate. \nTickets and Sponsorships\nTickets are available to purchase now. Individual seats are 150 dollars and a couples ticket is 275 dollars. You can also reserve a full table of eight for 1200 dollars. If you would like to become a sponsor or need help with your Grateful Gala Event registration please contact Dess Perkins at 661 472 6047.To view sponsorship opportunities please review the 2026 Gala Sponsorship Package.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/grateful_gala_event_2026_empowerment/
LOCATION:Bakersfield Country Club\, 4200 Country Club\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:KRV Bridge Connection Garden Tasting Experience
DESCRIPTION:KRV Bridge Connection is hosting the Sowing Seeds of Change event. This garden tasting experience includes an evening of music\, food\, and wine pairings. \nSchedule and Location\nThe event runs from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026. Guests are welcome to linger longer. The gathering takes place at 6069 Lake Isabella Blvd in Lake Isabella\, California. Guests are encouraged to wear garden chic attire with footwear suitable for a natural setting. \nTickets and Registration\nTickets are 50 dollars each. All proceeds benefit KRV Bridge Connection. You can register online using the flyer code or mail checks to PO Box 1098\, Lake Isabella\, CA 93240.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/krv_bridge_connection_garden_tasting/
LOCATION:6069 Lake Isabella Blvd.\, Lake Isabella\, CA\, 6069 Lake Isabella Blvd\, Lake Isabella\, CA\, 93240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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