Good morning, Bakersfield.

Bakersfield Recreation and Parks Department is hosting a free screening of 'Haunted Mansion' at Martin Luther King Community Center today from 2 to 4:30 p.m. — attendees can bring lawn chairs or use the available floor seating.

Bakersfield’s Recreation and Parks Department—hosting the free Halloweentown event on Oct.

24 at Silver Creek Community Center from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.—invites families to enjoy an evening of spooky fun and activities.

An annual report to the Board shows that accidental deaths—mainly from vehicle incidents and drownings—are among the leading causes of youth death in Kern County.

Historic concrete standpipes installed nearly 100 years ago at Hart Park are set to receive multi-themed murals—this public art project will refresh one of Kern County's most visited parks.

CalKIDS gives all babies born after July 2022 a savings account starting at $175 to help save for college or career training — the program has enrolled more than 5 million children and Kern County parents have already claimed nearly $2 million in funds.

Students from Kern High School District took part in a full-day filmmaking workshop at Frontier High Library on Tuesday—rotating through stations for screenwriting, camera operation, lighting, sound, acting, makeup and special effects.

The event was the district's first workshop of this scale and teachers plan to offer more hands-on training in future sessions.

Golden Empire Transit will boost bus service in early 2026 by increasing Route 21 frequency — now scheduled to run every 15 minutes between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. for trips connecting California State University, Bakersfield and Bakersfield College — and by launching the new T1 pilot route linking downtown and Old Town Kern with buses every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; the final decision will be made at a November board meeting.

Today, the California Department of Social Services said that CalWORKs money is safe for November while October CalFresh benefits are not affected—if the shutdown goes on, November CalFresh could be delayed.

The department will send text and email alerts from tonight after 5:30 p.m.—these alerts will update beneficiaries and ensure that applications keep being processed.

A weir on the Kern River in west Bakersfield reopened Tuesday after high river flows caused damage to increase flood protection in the area.

Bakersfield Mayor Karen Goh and city officials honored engineer Richard Meyer at a ceremony and noted the $5.5 million project features automated gates and a bike and pedestrian path (with $1.3 million from grants) to efficiently manage water flows.

Kern County Public Health will host a Safe Baby Safe Child Conference at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Founders Hall on October 24 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The training, designed for clinicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, covers safe sleeping, abusive head trauma prevention, child passenger safety, and coping with grief (organized by Kern County Public Health).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bakersfield Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield — Free entry — Connect with local and Fortune 500 employers to explore job opportunities in various fields.

2025 CARS Tour West at Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway

6:00 PM – 8:59 PM — Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway — Cost information not specified — Witness thrilling racing as the CARS Tour West ends its 2025 season with exciting late model action.

Los Admirables De La Sierra Concert

8 PM — La Movida Night Club — Ticket prices available — Experience the vibrant rhythms and heartfelt melodies of traditional Mexican music.

Cinderella by World Ballet Company

7-8:30 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella come to life with a stunning ballet performance.