Aug 26 Tuesday
Bear Badeaux's stage credits include the Comedy Store, The Ice House, Laugh Factory, The Improv, Comedy House Nola, Comedy House AZ, and more.
Aug 28 Thursday
Come for "Storytime with Mr. B" — a delightful monthly event designed for preschoolers and their families. Mr. B brings stories to life by reading the Children's Book of the Month, followed by a themed craft or activity.
Aug 29 Friday
At a card game in the untidy apartment of Oscar Madison, Felix, who just separated from his wife, arrives and seems suicidal. But Oscar has murder in mind when the clean freak and the slob room together.
Aug 30 Saturday
Come spend the morning paddling down the San Joaquin River. This 5-hour downriver trip takes you from Lost Lake to Owl Hollow, the Trust’s riverfront property near the River Center. You will learn the basics of paddling a sit-on-top kayak, with time to practice on a calm area of the river before heading downstream.
Aug 31 Sunday
Sep 05 Friday
Latination, one of Bakersfield’s most beloved cultural festivals, is back with a two-day celebration of Latinx art, music, food, and community. The event features an art show curated by Don Martin, live music by Mento Buru, and a festive block party on East 18th Street.
In recognition of the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing, Arts Visalia will showcase the mesmerizing Japanese Chigiri-e torn paper art of Hiroshima survivor Reiko Nakamura Yoshimoto in the Main Gallery. The Feature Gallery will showcase the skilled Chinese calligraphy of Margaret Moholt. The exhibitions will take place September 4 – 27, 2025. A free opening reception will take place September 5, 5 – 7:30PM with handmade ice cream and snow cones by Sugarlicious Visalia.
Step into a night beyond the stars where compassion, celebration, and a bold new beginning come together in support of Hinds Hospice, featuring dinner catered by Pardini's, live entertainment, auctions, and a special reveal that marks an exciting new chapter.