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SUMMARY:H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection Panda Express Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection Panda Express Fundraiser is taking place this month. This organization assists families who have children and young adults with disabilities. Panda Express will donate 20 percent of event sales to the organization. Guests can choose to dine in or take out. \nEvent Schedule and Location Details\nThe gathering takes place on Friday\, June 12\, 2026. You can visit the restaurant anytime from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The restaurant is located at 11313 Stockdale Hwy\, Suite 100 in Bakersfield\, California 93311. If you have questions about the location\, you can call the store at 661 262 8721. \nOrdering for the H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection Panda Express Fundraiser\nThere are two simple ways to place your food order. You can order online through the website or by using the app. Simply enter the code 3860698 in the fundraiser box when you pay. If you prefer to order in person\, you must bring a paper flyer or show the digital flyer on your smartphone. For more information on H.E.A.R.T.S. please visit their website at https://heartsconnection.org/.
URL:https://www.kernfoundation.org/event/hearts_connection_panda_express_fundraiser_2026/
LOCATION:Panda Express\, 11313 Stockdale Hwy\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection":MAILTO:susan_graham@heartsfrc.org
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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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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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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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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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