Bakersfield
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Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Carlos Baldovinos of The Mission at Kern County hosted a 24-hour livestream on October 10 that let community members share their ideas about homelessness. He said more than 60 people, including neighbors and city leaders, joined the conversation—creating a town hall style event. 23ABC News
- ➤ Leadership Bakersfield completed the 'Little Readers, Future Leaders' project on Thursday at the Southwest Library to create a new children's area with murals, play areas, and updated learning materials that aim to boost literacy among Kern County residents. The project was launched after data showed that only 38% of residents met state literacy standards in 2024. 23ABC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new immigration documentary will be shown at CSUB and BC; the film—opening with President Ronald Reagan's January 19, 1989 speech given near the end of his presidency—explores immigration history. The Bakersfield Californian
- ➤ The Greek Food Festival began Friday at St. George Greek Orthodox Church near downtown Bakersfield and continues today with live music, dancing, and dishes like gyro sandwiches, feta fries, and pastries — the event will also run Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with a $5 admission fee. Bakersfield Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Chevron said it will lay off 75 more workers from its Bakersfield headquarters and Kern River Field on Oct. 23 and will give them 60 days notice. The move follows a previous layoff of 50 employees and comes with severance pay, continued health coverage, access to education and training, and outplacement assistance. Bakersfield Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CBCC held a Pink Party in Wonderland on Thursday to honor breast cancer patients and survivors—offering them fun activities, education, and local resource information during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 23ABC News
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A-Z Foundation Group Golf Tournament
8 AM – 3 PM — Rio Bravo Country Club — Fundraising Scramble — Tee off for a good cause at this charity golf tournament.
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Trick or Trot 5K
8-10 a.m. — Cherry Acres — $25 Early Registration — A spirited 5K with costume contests and a kid-friendly run at the pumpkin patch.
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Halloween Pub Crawl in Bakersfield
4:30-9 p.m. — Jerry's Pizza & Pub — Tickets required — Embrace the spooky season with contests, prizes, and a night of haunted fun.
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Black Jacket Symphony Fundraiser
4:00 – 5:30 PM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Benefitting the St. Paul Civic Symphony — Enjoy an evening of music supporting a great cause.
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Whittier Poets vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Basketball Game
7:00 PM — Icardo Center — Check ESPN+ for broadcasting — Don’t miss the showdown as the Whittier Poets take on the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners in an exciting basketball matchup.
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Women's Basketball Game vs. Fresno State
12 AM – 9 PM — Icardo Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer for the home team in an exciting matchup against Fresno State.
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Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra - An American Salute
4:30-6 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a patriotic musical tribute with festive marches and stirring classics honoring those who serve.
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Hyde Sundayz: Week 2
9:00 PM – 1:30 AM — Ay Mi Pa Mexican Grill & Cantina — $10 — House music enthusiasts will enjoy a night of continuous beats.
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