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Organizations for Visitors & Newcomers

About Bakersfield

City Hostess and Bakersfield Welcome Center: Sharon Martinez, 1005 El Serno Drive, 396-7266, MARTINEZS@bak.rr.com. Tours, lunches, information, relocation information, newcomer’s packet and more. Bakersfield Convention and...

Posted by admin - Fri Jul 18, 2008 17:01:34 PDT -- 0 comments

Kern County's Film Credits

About Bakersfield

According to the Kern Film Commission, the following films have been credited to Kern County: Keystone Cops, year unknown, Red Rock Canyon, The Keystone Cops Opportunity, 1913, Taft ,Fatty Arbuckle The Cowboy and the...

Posted by admin - Fri Jul 18, 2008 16:54:18 PDT -- 0 comments

The people who made Kern County what it is

Local History

Who built Kern County? Who made it the unique place in America it has become? Buck Owens and Merle Haggard get their share of credit and blame, but Bakersfield and the southern San Joaquin Valley have produced plenty of other notable...

Posted by admin - Fri Jul 18, 2008 16:15:07 PDT -- 0 comments

History of Kern County

Local History

1776: On April 26, Franciscan friar Francisco Garces became the first-known European to stand on the present site of Bakersfield. 1827: A 17-man expedition led by Jedediah Smith entered the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley,...

Posted by admin - Fri Jul 18, 2008 12:32:52 PDT -- 0 comments

In his words: George Gilbert Lynch on the Dust Bowl migration

Local History

When their towns and farms of the Midwest were literally blown away by the dust storms of the 1930s, the Dust Bowl refugees’ only hope of starting new lives was to head west toward California. The Great Depression was in full force...

Posted by admin - Thu Jul 17, 2008 17:14:48 PDT -- 0 comments

In her words: Dolores Huerta on immigration and agriculture

Local History

Immigration and agriculture are two keystones for defining Kern County’s heritage and personality. The farmworkers are a very big component of Kern County. They are the people who create the wealth. We have the largest grape...

Posted by admin - Thu Jul 17, 2008 17:09:02 PDT -- 0 comments

In his words: Les Clark on the oil industry

Local History

Kern County wouldn't be what it is today if it weren't for the oil industry. We produce 67 percent of California's oil. If Kern County was a state, we would be fourth in the nation for oil production. Taxes raised from oil production...

Posted by admin - Thu Jul 17, 2008 16:25:48 PDT -- 0 comments

In his words: Monty Byrom on the Bakersfield Sound

Local History

What does the Bakersfield Sound mean to me? A funky old Telecaster? Truckers in a smoky room tapping their feet? Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, Roy Nichols, Don Rich, Billy Mize? How about all of the above! Bakersfield is a guitar town....

Posted by admin - Thu Jul 17, 2008 16:19:41 PDT -- 0 comments

Kern County School District Boundries Map

Local Maps

Where will your students go to school? What school district are you in? Find out more on the 2008 Kern School District Map!

Posted by admin - Wed Jul 16, 2008 17:24:00 PDT -- 0 comments

Help newcomers get acquainted to Bakersfield

About Bakersfield

Are you interested in helping newcomers get acquainted to the area? RAI (Relocation Assistance, Inc.) is seeking part time, independent contractors to assist corporate employees coming into the area due to job reassignment. Duties...

Posted by cjacques - Wed Jul 16, 2008 16:56:12 PDT -- 0 comments

What's best about Bakersfield?

About Bakersfield

Is it a restaurant? A park? The Bike Trail? Share your best with us!

Posted by admin - Wed Jul 16, 2008 14:01:59 PDT -- 0 comments

Need a little "expert" advice?

About Bakersfield

Having trouble finding something here in town? We're here to help. All you have to do is ask and we'll be happy to help you in your quest!

Posted by admin - Wed Jul 16, 2008 13:59:57 PDT -- 20 comments

What has surprised you about Bakersfield?

About Bakersfield

Some things you expect when you move to a new city, but there are always things that catch you by surprise. What has it been for you? What has caught you by surprise?

Posted by admin - Wed Jul 16, 2008 13:52:01 PDT -- 1 comment

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Why Bakersfield?

Religious organizations

What made you decide to move to Bakersfield? Or, if you're thinking about moving, why here? We'd love for you to share your story with us. Just hit "reply" and tell us all about it!

Posted by admin - Wed Jul 16, 2008 13:43:25 PDT -- 8 comments

Grocery Store Map

Local Maps

From chain stores to ethnic markets, this map of grocery stores has got it. Click on the marker for more information about the store or click and drag on the map to move it around. If we've missed any stores, or have any comments,...

Posted by admin - Thu Feb 21, 2008 13:40:28 PST -- 0 comments

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