Episode 35: Author Talk with Libby Copeland

Join Kern County Library staff members, Fahra and Jasmin, along with guest Libby Copeland author of The Lost Family to talk about what we’re reading, watching, listening to, and how DNA testing and massive genealogy databases are upending our family trees.

Episode 33: All About YA Tropes

Join Kern County Library staff members, Fahra and Jasmin, along with guest, co-worker, and YA Book Lover Nerina to talk about what we’re reading, watching, and listening to, as well as our favorite YA tropes.

Episode 32: Author Talk with Erik Talkin

Join Kern County Library staff members, Fahra and Jasmin, along with guest Erik Talkin author of Lulu and the Hunger Monster and CEO of The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County to talk about what we’re reading, watching, listening to and food literacy.

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Book Talk Podcasts, Book Clubs, and More!

Subscribe to Library Booklists  From Armchair Travel to Christian Fiction to Picture Books, choose your booklist interests and get handpicked recommendations straight to your inbox with direct links to our collection (including direct links to our eBooks!). To get started, subscribe here. Book Talk Bakersfield  Join Kern County Library staff members, Fahra and Jasmin, as […]

Job Seeking Strategies

Job Seeking Strategies Explore strategies that can help you land a job of your dreams – or works that simply provide means. Learn different ways to get your foot in the door of potential employers. This project was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the […]

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Workshops, Tutorials, & Other Training Resources

Workshops, Tutorials, & Other Training Resources Start developing your skills and boosting your resume or business! Experience free virtual workshops and tutorials online that will empower you to succeed in your job search or new business! KCL offers the following online workshops and tutorials focused on skill development, as well as job application materials and […]

Episode 31: Artist Talk with Saida Woolf

Join Kern County Library staff members, Fahra and Jasmin, along with guest Saida Woolf author and artist of SoulStream to talk about what we’re reading, watching, and listening to, as well as finding a passion in storytelling.

Episode 30: The Spooky Episode

Join Kern County Library staff members, Fahra and Jasmin, along with guest, Ariel, and staff member, Candace, to talk about our spooky paranormal experiences and hauntings in Bakersfield. 

Coronavirus Employment Resources, Benefits, and Support

Here are some helpful resources for you to move through these difficult times: This project was supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.