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Diverse BookFinder
Curated lists of picture books on a diverse array of topics. All ages Access Resource
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Wed. Sept. 13 @ 10am at Bakersfield College Campus
You are invited to kickoff this year’s One Book Project on Wed. September 13 @ 10am at the Bakersfield College campus, on 1801 Panorama Ave., Bakersfield. A Resource Fair will immediately follow. At 10am, representatives from the Kern County Library, California State University, Bakersfield, Kern High School District, Bakersfield College, & Taft College will speak about […]
Milestone Documents in American History (Salem Press)
Access 133 full-text primary source documents with analysis and commentary. In Library Only • Perfect for research Access Resource
Saturday, August 5 @ 1-4pm, Holloway-Gonzales Branch Library
Join us for the Holly-Gon Mini-Con at the Holloway-Gonzales Branch Library! on Saturday, August 5 @ 1-4pm Comic Book Contest Thank you to all the participants countywide that joined our Comic Book Contest! The committee with judge the submissions at the Holly-Gon Mini-Con! Judges Steve Wyatt – Artist & organizer of Bakersfield Comic Con. Nate Watson […]
Fine & Fee Schedule
There shall be a fine each time library material becomes overdue; however, the maximum fine per transaction shall not exceed 70% of the replacement cost of the material. Accumulated charges totaling $2 or more will result in suspension of checkout privileges until the account is revoked. A handling fee of $35 per check shall be […]
Veterans Resource Center
Access California’s Veterans Resources Book Basic information & links below. For more comprehensive information, visit: VA Welcome Guide Kern County Veterans Service Department Bakersfield Vet Center California Department of Veterans Affairs U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Access Job Resources Mental Health @ Your Fingertips With Veterans Affair Mobile Apps Not sure how to download a […]
Friends of the Kern County Library, Inc.
Who We AreThe Friends of the Kern County Library, Inc. is a non-profit organization that supports the goal of excellent library service and resources for all the people of Kern County. With used book and magazine sales and through other activities, the Friends of the Kern County Library, Inc. helps endorse programs, the purchase of library […]
2002 Read – To Kill a Mockingbird
1st One Book, One Bakersfield Read March 21st – May 15th, 2002 Organized by community volunteer, Jillian Stump-Fritch, the first One Book Project engaged Kern County Library and included a wide variety of community programming and funding partners. The One Book Project was modeled on One Book Chicago. Following Seattle, Chicago, and Los Angeles, Bakersfield was one […]