Happy Friday! The workweek is wrapping up, and it's time to shift gears and embrace the good weather this weekend. Whether you're planning to relax, go on an adventure, or just enjoy some well-earned downtime, we’ve got the perfect inspiration to kick things off.

Here’s to a great weekend ahead!

Today’s brief includes:

• 💦Water Summit News

• 🥤Fun Fact Friday

• 🍗New to Chipotle

• 🛒New Market Coming Soon

• 📆March Events

• Kid Brief and Entertainment

• ...and more

Enjoy!

Weather Forecast

Friday - 59°⛅ | Saturday - 68°☀️ | Sunday - 75°☀️

Brief Update

💧Water Summit

The 2025 Kern County Water Summit highlighted critical water issues affecting residents, including groundwater shortages, land value declines, and potential state intervention in water management. With Kern County’s reliance on water for farming and daily life, residents must stay informed and involved in local water discussions to help shape future policies and protect their access to this vital resource.

source: turnto23.com

🌇DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS🌇

Daylight Savings begins on Sunday, 3/9. Remember to “spring forward” one hour. At 2am on this data the time with spring forward to 3am.

Good luck to everyone for losing an hour of sleep and for the next week or so adjusting to the new time!🙃

LA to Sue Southern CA Edison

Los Angeles County is suing Southern California Edison, alleging its equipment caused January’s Eaton Fire, which destroyed over 9,400 structures and killed 17 people. The lawsuit seeks to recover hundreds of millions in damages for infrastructure, environmental harm, and recovery costs. Edison denies responsibility, though investigations continue. Pasadena and Sierra Madre are also suing.

source: bakersfieldnow.com

🥤Fun Fact Friday

Mixing alcohol with diet soda will get you more drunk than mixing it with regular soda.

Now you know!

🍗New Protein Option at Chipotle🤤

Chipotle is adding a new protein option, Chipotle Honey Chicken, to its menus on March 7. The grilled chicken is seasoned with Mexican spices, smoked chipotle peppers, and honey for a balance of heat and sweetness. Customers can order the ‘Most Popular Chipotle Honey Chicken Bowl’ through the Chipotle app and website for a convenient experience.

source: kget.com

Coming Soon - Campo Market🍷🛒

Big news—Campo is expanding! Right next door, Campo Market will bring you a curated selection of home goods, locally sourced products, a mini deli, grab-and-go drinks, and pre-packaged small plates. Plus, we’ll be hosting private events, wine & food experiences, and pop-ups! Just a few more weeks until we open—stay tuned!

Check out Campo Bar & Bottle’s Instagram

Events

FRIDAY, 3/7

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

  • Featuring Brooks & Dunn, Jackson Dean, and more. Enjoy live country music, line dancing, great food, and drinks at Bakersfield’s biggest country party starting at 5 p.m.

• Live Music - 3/7 - Wine Me Up

SATURDAY, 3/8

• Central California Tiki Marketplace - 3/8 - Tiki-Ko

  • This event starts at 11am and features over 30 vendors. Enjoy all things California in one spot.

🍀🍀St. Patrick’s Day Themed Events🍀🍀

• St. Patrick’s Luck of the Bar Hop - 3/15 - Downtown participating locations

• St. Patrick’s Themed Candle Party - 3/15 - Wine Me Up

More Events

• Chicago the Musical - 3/17 - Mechanics Bank Theater

• Succulent Workshop - 3/18 -

• Bakersfield Amazing Race - 3/22 - Wall Street Alley

  • Teams of 2-4 will compete in fun challenges while navigating on foot. This is a trivial scavenger hunt of wit to the finish line with a dash of cat-and-mouse.

• 5k Color Run & Family Walk - 3/22 - 11000 Kern Canyon Rd.

• AKC Dog Show - 3/27-3/30 - KC Fairgrounds

• Bakersfield Marathon - 3/30 - Kern County Museum

Kid Brief

Movie Brief

In theaters TONIGHT - March 7th😀

Night of the Zoopocalypse, is an animated comedy horror film directed by Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro. When a space virus turns zoo animals into gummy-like zombie mutants, young wolf Gracie and mountain lion Dan must stop the villainous Bunny Zero from taking over the world. Inspired by a concept from Clive Barker. (Rating has not been determined).

• 3/8 - Kids Club at Jerry’s Pizza (at 1pm)

• 3/8 - Bluey Night at the Condors Game 

• 3/11 - Toddlers & Tulips at Jerry’s Pizza & Pub (at 11am)

  • Fun-filled art workshop to let your imagination soar

• 3/13 - Moms Night Out – Belcourt Village

• 3/29 - Blue Zones Project Kids Run (at 2pm)

  • Adults aren’t the only ones to participate in a fun run. Blue Zones Project is partnering with the Bakersfield Marathon to host young runners (12 and under) for a chance to run a 1k loop during the marathon. Go to bakersfield.run and use code: save15bzp2025

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