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Choose the library experience that best suits you! The Kern County Library offers curbside and indoor express services at select branches via appointment. For the most up-to-date list of branches and information about services, visit https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/current-library-services/.... Our digital services are always available and can be accessed via the eLibrary (for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming content) at https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/elibrary/ and via our online resources and databases at https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/research/. Need a library card? Apply for one online for FREE at https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/get-a-library-card/.

The weather is slowing changing, the winds are coming and the sun is setting sooner. Come join Ashley as we say GoodBye Summer and Hello Autumn.

New books! Get em while they're hot!

Learn to make Indian Corn Pins to give to your family and friends for the Thanksgiving Holiday!

Join Lauren the Librarian as we create paper calaveras. You can make a similar one by stopping by at the Delano Branch Library on Fri. 11/6/2020 @ our Drive-Thru station from 4-6pm*(while supplies last)*

Join Lauren the Librarian for a Dia De Los Muertos song and storytime

Welcome back! Today, we have David Tetz (Ninefingers) back on for a part 2. Our recording glitched in September, so here we are back with a Dark Americana song, mythology, and some encouragement to make art. Check out Ninefingers' new album, Loop, here: https://ninefingersmusic.bandcamp.com/album/loop As always, if you'd like to join us to share poetry or music (original or otherwise), send me a message on the Arvin page.... Content Note: Starting about halfway through the video, this discussion includes references to mature topics, including mental illness and suicide.

Join Lauren the Librarian and Tim Z. Hernandez as we discuss his work and his book "All They Will Call You"

Tonight at 5:30! This FREE virtual workers' rights workshop is hosted by Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. in coordination with the Volunteer Attorney Program. Attorney Pinky Ghuman with Ghuman Law Firm will cover topics involving employee and labor rights, and will be available to answer questions related to unfair termination, late or no pay, workplace injury, and more!... Once registered for the workshop, you will receive a link to join the meeting online from the comfort of your own home. Register here:

Learn to make a Decorated Box.

In recognition of The One Book Project, Vickie highlights important women in space by reading Margaret and the Moon by Dean Robbins. Give it a listen to learn how Margaret Hamilton saved the first lunar lander and then stick around for a fun moon-themed craft! For more information about The One Book Project, check out our web site: https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/one-book-project/... You can also follow along with project on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KCLonebook/

Today's the day! The library isn't taking ballots anymore, but here's a list of polling locations in the county: https://bakersfieldnow.com//list-of-polling-places-in-kern

Big news: We've got wireless printing! Find out more here - https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/wireless-printing/