Good morning, Bakersfield! The Christmas spirit is strong with the lights, music, and shoppers. Happy you’re here to get some tips for December’s costly month and hope you enjoy the upcoming festivities.

Today’s brief includes:

• 💦Water News

• 💵Wealth Wednesday

• 🎅Bakersfield Christmas Parade

• 📆 Upcoming Events

• 🍳Christmas Breakfast Recipes

• 💌 Christmas Poll - Vote

Enjoy!

Weather Forecast

Wednesday - 65°☀️ | Thursday - 65°☀️ | Friday - 64°☀️

Brief Update…

Water Cut Back

California farmers face uncertainty as state Democrats plan to allocate $25 million to sue the Trump administration over potential water policy changes. Farmers, already dealing with inconsistent water deliveries, call for cooperation between state and federal governments to improve water infrastructure.

source: abc7.com

Wealth Wednesday

Be Smart in December

1. December is the best time to buy: a car, flooring, a swing set

2. Stay focused on your holiday budget - avoid impulse buying

3. Make smart purchases - rethink meaningless toys in stocking stuffers

4. Limit eating out - plan on home-cooked meals

5. Reuse Christmas bags - take inventory of what you have

6. Stop spending on home decor - take inventory and make your own

7. Save on Christmas dinner - plan, shop early, simplify

8. Cash in on year-end deductions - retirement contributions and charitable donations

9. Take advantage of holiday bonuses - use wisely

10. Start planning for next year’s savings - assess your financial goals

More information on wealthywomanfinance.com.

Bakersfield Christmas Parade

The 42nd Bakersfield Christmas Parade is set for Thursday, 12/5, from 6 to 8pm. The parade follows the same downtown route as the Veterans Day parade, starting at the KGET building on L Street and ending near 20th and O streets. Parking along the route is prohibited from Wednesday afternoon to Thursday night. Organizers emphasize safety, urging attendees to stay vigilant and report concerns promptly.

source: bakersfieldnow.com

Lightning in a Bottle Tickets

Tickets for the 2025 Lightning in a Bottle festival go on sale Friday, 12/6, at noon. The four-day electronic dance music festival will run from May 21 to May 25, 2025, at Buena Vista Lake, featuring artists like John Summit, Subtronics, and TroyBoi. Fans can register for Tier 3 pricing and a chance at VIP upgrades.

Get your tickets

Events

• 42nd Bakersfield Christmas Parade - 12/5 - starts at KGET building on L Street (6pm-8pm)

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

• Holly Jolly Holiday - 12/6 - The Eligon Social Collective (7pm)

• 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 Events All Month

• CALM Holiday Lights - all month - CALM (purchase tickets)

• Bakersfield Christmas Town - all month - Kern County Fairgrounds (admission fee)

• Family Holiday Skate - all month - Valley Children’s Ice Center
  

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

• Lightning in a Bottle - 5/21-5/25 - Buena Vista Lake

Let us know about events coming up!

Kid Brief

• Bakersfield Christmas Market - Hobby Lobby parking lot

  • Mommy Meetup - 12/5 - (12:30pm - 2pm)

  • Free Kids Christmas Crafts Ornaments - 12/6 - (3pm-6pm)

  • Kids Christmas Crafts Wreath making - 12/7 - (2pm-5pm)

• Kids Night Out (Santa’s Workshop) - 12/6 - Color Me Mine

• Santa - 12/7 - Frosty’s Forest (12pm-2pm; Brimhall/Coffee)

• 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

Sports

Thursday Night Football (NFL):

• Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions at 5:15pm on Amazon Prime

Scoreboard

Monday Night Football (NFL):

• Denver Broncos defeated Cleveland Browns 41 to 32

Food Brief

Christmas Breakfast Dishes

1. Breakfast Sausage Casserole

2. Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Buns

3. Make Ahead French Toast

4. Brunch Casserole with hashbrowns and bacon

5. Breakfast Strata

Future Holiday Reminders

• 21 Days until Christmas

Christmas Poll

Results will be revealed Friday!

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