Kern County Library

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 o...ur 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 gang’s all here!

Today at 5 pm! Click link to register and attend - https://bit.ly/SheTalk ! ShePower girls will interview local superstar Arleana Waller! Arleana personifies cr...eativity, inspiration and leadership, as the founder, visionary, and CEO of the ShePOWER Global brand. Arleana is the author of multiple books, speaker for prestigious clients, universities, and FORTUNE 500 organizations, including New York Life, Farmers Insurance, Verizon, Moet & Chandon, Saks Fifth Avenue, Jaguar, Envy Apple, Church of Christ, UEI College, Bakersfield City School District and California State University Bakersfield to name a few. Serving on multiple executive boards, member of Forbes Coaches Council, Black CEO Women Council, NAPW and ShePower Global Network. Arleana is the recipient of multiple official recognitions and awards such as the Inspirational Award, Diversity Award, Woman of the Year Award, nominated for Beautiful Bakersfield Humanitarian Award and California SBDC Small Business of the Year Award, which is a testament to her engaging and inspirational influence in the largest county in California and beyond. Arleana’s mission is to empower one million women and girls globally to own her ShePOWER, without apology. #OBOBOOK #onebookproject #ShePower #womenwholead #kerncountylibrary

Make this month the month you write that novel! Looking for resources? Check out our great writing reads from Libby! #NaNoWriMo

Celebrate Veterans Day by eReading their stories and becoming part of their journey. Discover Veteran Reads at kern.overdrive.com. In observance of Veteran's Day ALL #KernLibrary branches will be CLOSED, Wednesday, November 11. Select locations will resume curbside and express services on Nov. 12.

Join the #BigLibraryRead digital book club! Borrow the eBook or eAudiobook of Reverie by Ryan La Sala from Libby with no waitlists or holds. Learn more: biglibraryread.com

The Kern County Veterans Service Department is HERE TO HELP. They're able to answer questions, provide advice on VA benefits, and much more by conducting telephone interviews. For anyone in need of assistance, contact them via email at [email protected].

It's World Snack Day and Healthy Action Day on Monday, November 16! We're working with CAPK and CalFresh to get the word out about healthy eating and point customers to healthy resources. For more info, visit kerncountylibrary.org/healthy-living-resources/

In observance of Veteran's Day ALL #KernLibrary branches will be CLOSED, Monday, November 11. Branches will resume normal operating hours on Nov. 12.

Choose your Library experience! The Kern County Library offers contactless curbside services and indoor express services by appointment! Choose the experience that best suits you!

Now it's time to kick up your feet & crack open a book. What book are you diving into this lovely Sunday? #KCLWinterReadingChallenge #KernLibrary

Hang out with us during our next virtual Reading Cafe! Discover our variousbBook talk podcasts, book clubs, and more by visiting https://www.kerncountylibrary.org/book-talks/

November is for watching new hoopla movie selections! Discover our eCollection of movies through hoopla by visiting kerncountylibrary.com/eLibrary.

In observance of Veteran's Day ALL #KernLibrary branches will be CLOSED, Wednesday, November 11. Select locations will resume curbside and express services on Nov. 12.

November Bonus Borrows content Learning at Home - Educational Titles for Grades K-12 available on hoopla! Download hopla now by visiting kerncountylibrary.org/eLibrary