Good morning, Bakersfield! This is The Bakersfield Brief bringing you brief updates from around town. Hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving. We are so grateful you’re here.

Today’s brief includes:

• 💵Black Friday

• 🏠🎄Holiday Home Tour

• 📈Fun Fact Friday

• 🏒🧸Teddy Bear Toss

• 📆 Upcoming Events

Enjoy!

Weather Forecast

Friday - 58°☁️ | Saturday - 57°☁️ | Sunday - 61°🌥️

Brief Update…

Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday

Which is better?

A record-breaking 183.4 million people plan to shop during the 2024 Thanksgiving weekend, with Black Friday and Cyber Monday leading the charge. Black Friday remains the most popular shopping day, with 72% planning to participate, while 39% will shop on Cyber Monday, December 2. The burning question is, which is better? Retailers now offer extended sales, blending Black Friday and Cyber Monday into multi-day events. Shoppers cite irresistible deals and tradition as key reasons for participating in the holiday shopping frenzy so keep an eye on the products you want, and the deals offered between the different retailers.

source: msn.com

Small Business Saturday

Shop Local

The Greater Bakersfield Chamber, with support from American Express, is enhancing Small Business Saturday to promote year-round local shopping. Mayor Karen Goh emphasizes the importance for sustaining small businesses and investing in neighbors' livelihoods. The Chamber, now an "American Express Neighborhood Champion," provides resources to help small businesses thrive beyond the holiday season. Local shop owners, like Irene Clancy, highlight the personalized experiences and value local businesses offer. The campaign aims to track its economic impact through analytics and community engagement.

source: bakersfieldnow.com

Holiday Home Tour

The Chez Noel holiday home tour in Bakersfield, organized by the Assistance League, will raise funds to provide clothing for underprivileged children in Kern County. Taking place on December 6 (Friday) and 7 (Saturday), the event showcases four decorated homes and features a vendor fair at the Bargain Box. The proceeds will support Operation School Bell, which provides clothing to over 3,000 children across 27 school districts. The event offers a festive way for the community to give back while enjoying holiday decorations and supporting a great cause. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at The Bargain Box, Uniquely Chic Florist, The Patio Place, Simply Me,

source turnto23.com

Thanksgiving Holiday Poll Results

What is your favorite holiday tradition? Leftovers, Black Friday shopping or Watching football.

60% of voters said the Leftovers

Thank you for participating!

Fun Fact Friday

American consumers spend over $20 billion on Black Friday with half being spent online shopping with the average shopper spending an estimated $480.

source: capitaloneshopping.com

Teddy Bear Toss - Get your tickets

The Annual Teddy Bear Toss at the Bakersfield Condors game is this Saturday, 11/30! Bring a teddy bear or stuffed animal to toss on the rink! The bears are then donated to the United Way of Central Eastern California to be then donated to a variety of charities for children in need. A fun night to enjoy with family and friends!

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Events

• Holiday Pop Up - 11/30 - 16717 Bellewood Pl. (10am-2pm)

• Bako Market - 11/30 - 1001 Truxtun Ave. (10am-2pm)

• Bakersfield Condors vs. Ontario Reign - 11/30 - Mechanics Bank Arena

  • Teddy Bear Toss night

  • Tree lighting ceremony before the game

• CALM Holiday Lights - starting 11/30 - CALM (purchase tickets)

Plan Ahead:

• Reggae Vinyl Listening Party - 12/1 - Bottleshock Wine & Brew

• Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra - 12/6 - Mechanics Bank Arena

• Drive-in Movie Nights - 12/6-12/7 - Cherry Acres ($20 per car/reservations required)

• Chez Noel (Holiday Home Tour) - 12/6-12/7 - starts at the Bargain Box 1924 Q St. ($40 ticket; tour starts at 10am)

• Holiday Pop Up Shop - 12/7 - Buena Vista Rd & Bolthouse Dr. (9am-2pm)

• Holiday Bazaar - 12/7 - 14525 Plumeria Ct (5pm-8:30pm)

• Holiday Lamplight Tours - 12/7 - Kern County Museum (5pm-9pm; $10 ages 3 & up)

• Southwest Christmas Market - 12/7 - Stockdale High School (5:30pm-9:30pm)

  • Santa is coming for pictures!

• Christmas on the Farm - 12/7-12/8 - Cherry Acres (9am-5pm)

• Christmas Charcuterie Workshop - 12/9 - Wine Me Up

• The Nutcracker - 12/13-12/15 - Mechanics Bank Theater (must purchase tickets)

• NOR’s Christmas Parade - 12/14 - N. Chester (10am)

• Cirque Dream Holidaze - 12/16 - Mechanics Bank Theater (must purchase tickets)

• 1st Annual Christmas Pajama Takeover - 12/21 - Downtown Bakersfield

2025:

• Boots in the Park - 3/7/25 - Bakersfield Sports Village

• Bakersfield Marathon - 3/30/25 - Kern County Museum

• Mud Factor - 4/26/25 - Kern County Raceway Park

Let us know about events coming up!

Kid Brief

• Meet Santa - 11/29-11/30 - The Bakersfield Christmas Market (Hobby Lobby Parking lot

  • 11/29 - 5-7pm

  • 11/30 - 12-3pm

• Santa Letters Express - 12/2-12/16 -Riverlakes Community Center (and other participating locations)

  • Write and send a letter to Santa and receive a letter back

• Santa Home Visits - 12/2-12/19 - call to book

• Kids Christmas Craft Fair - 12/7 - Hobby Lobby parking lot (2pm-5pm)

• KLC Story Time at the Park - Weekly - Saturdays 1pm to 3pm - Heritage Park

• i9 Sports (flag football and soccer - ages 3-14) signups for upcoming leagues - various date ranges and locations

Sponsorship

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Future Holiday Reminders

• 26 Days until Christmas

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