Good morning, Bakersfield.

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Kern County is offering free meals to children 18 and under during summer break at 10 sites (including Bakersfield and rural grab and go options) from 6/1 to 8/11 with no paperwork required.

19-year-old Katelyn Marsh will open downtown's first horror and gothic-themed coffee shop on July 9 with a grand opening event featuring free food, face painting, a DJ + costume-themed giveaways, and the shop will offer specialty coffees, espresso drinks, lemonades, dirty sodas, pastries, and horror-themed treats.

The SNIP mobile clinic is offering low-cost spay and neuter services for $30 in Kern County neighborhoods, easing pet care costs and reducing shelter overcrowding.

Clinic dates and locations are posted online (visit for details).

Chief Meteorologist Ilya Neyman warns residents about dangerous triple-digit heat risking illness and advises checking locked vehicles for children and pets.

Cooling centers in Kern County (open to anyone needing relief) offer a safe indoor spot.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus: Fun Factory

4:30 PM — Mechanics Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling and colorful world of the Garden Brothers Nuclear Circus in a fantastic family-friendly performance.

Summer Nights Truck and Car Show

All day — Kern County Fair And Event Center — Check the event page for pricing — Celebrate automotive culture with trucks, classic cars, and vibrant entertainment.

NEF The Pharaoh

4:20-10 p.m. — Paradise Palace Hall — Free entry — Experience live music, local vendors, and delicious food at this vibrant community event.

USPA Tested and Open WE ARE THE STRONG 2 Meet

8 a.m. — National Academy of Strength and Power — Registration required — Compete against some of the best lifters in the area with both tested and non-tested divisions.

BELY Y BETO

3-6 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — Tickets required — Experience joy and magic with these beloved children's entertainers.

Comedy Night with Jeff Dye

6:30-11 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — $30-$40 — Experience a night of laughter with Jeff Dye's sharp and hilarious comedy.