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2022-05-28 06:00:00Z | May 27, 2022 | Thousand Flags |
May 28, 2022 6:00 AM - May 30, 2022 6:00 PM |
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2022-06-01 00:00:00Z | May 31, 2022 | Dark; thank you for your service at 1000 Flags! | Take the morning off | Jun 01, 2022 | View | |||||
2022-06-04 00:00:00Z | Jun 03, 2022 | Rotary International Convention | Jun 04, 2022 - Jun 08, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-06-08 06:45:00Z | Jun 07, 2022 | Dessy Perkins | Warrior - her story | Jun 08, 2022 6:45 AM |
Dess Perkins started from humble beginnings in the streets of Hawthorne, CA where she attended 59th Street Elementary, then relocated to San Francisco, only to end up resident and raising her family in Bakersfield, CA. She is the proud mother of five children and currently eight grandchildren. Although life threw many obstacles her way, she persevered through determination and a sheer will not to quit. She went on to work for a prominent group home in Bakersfield and then landed a job with the County of Kern for almost eleven years until she decided to give back and become a teacher. She currently holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Child Development; a Master’s in Business and a Master’s in Educational Counseling with a PPS Credential and is currently working on a Master’s in Special Education. Odessa Perkins is the author of Warrior. A true story about how she was sold into prostitution at age 13 by her drug addict monther and how she overcame this and had a family have a sucessful career www.dessperkins.com |
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2022-06-15 06:45:00Z | Jun 14, 2022 | Reggie Bolton | BC Dean of Kinesiology / Athletics Director | Jun 15, 2022 6:45 AM |
Prior to being named the Dean/AD Bolton had served as the kinesiology department chair since 2014 and as Associate Athletic Director (2013-2014) In 2012 he helped lead the football team to a CCCAA State Championship. From 2003-2007, he was the Head Football Coach at Santa Barbara City College, overseeing all aspects of the program. From 2002-2003 he was the Associate Head Coach at Humboldt State University having served at the Defensive Coordinator there from 1998-2002. Bolton’s professional career started at Humboldt State where he was the NCAA Life Skills Coordinator and Assistant Football Coach from 1996-97. He then would move to become the Defensive Coordinator and a Physical Education Instructor at Sacramento City College from 1997-98. Bolton has served on many BC campus committees including Academic Senate (2009-14), Campus Budget Committee (2014-2016) and the Advisory Board for the African American Mentoring Project (2012-14). He was a member of the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) from 1997-2018 and most recently completed the Kern Community College District Leadership Academy during the 2019-20 school year. He holds an M.S. in Kinesiology (1997) from Humboldt State and a B.A in Social Work (1994) with a minor Business Administration (1992), also from Humboldt State. Bolton leads one of California’s premier community college athletic departments which competes in 20 sports (10 men’s and 10 women’s) with over 400 student athletes. At the conclusion of the 2019-20 year Renegade athletics finished #17 in the Daktronics CCCAAA NATYCAA Cup Standings, claiming three conference championships in volleyball, men’s soccer and wrestling. This brings the total number of department team conference championships to 184 along with 15 state championships and 10 national championships |
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2022-06-18 00:00:00Z | Jun 17, 2022 | Pancake Breakfast for the Homeless | Jun 18, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-06-22 06:45:00Z | Jun 21, 2022 | President Jeff Haynes | His last meeting | Jun 22, 2022 6:45 AM | View | |||||
2022-06-24 00:00:00Z | Jun 23, 2022 | President Jeff Haynes Demotion | Jun 24, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-06-25 12:00:00Z | Jun 25, 2022 | Club Awards & DG Dana Dana Step Down | Jun 25, 2022 12:00 PM | View | ||||||
2022-06-29 00:00:00Z | Jun 28, 2022 | Dark for President Jeff's Demotion/Stepdown | Jun 29, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-07-06 00:00:00Z | Jul 05, 2022 | Dark for Independence Day | Jul 06, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-07-13 06:45:00Z | Jul 12, 2022 | President Karen Bonanno | Welcome to the New Rotary Year! | Jul 13, 2022 6:45 AM | View | |||||
2022-07-20 06:45:00Z | Jul 19, 2022 | Mike Russo | Small Business Entrepreneurship | Jul 20, 2022 6:45 AM |
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2022-07-27 06:45:00Z | Jul 26, 2022 | Russell Johnson | Valley Ag Voice | Jul 27, 2022 6:45 AM |
Valley Ag Voice is fortunate to have Russell Johnson as co-owner and Editor. With his in-depth history and connections with Kern County’s community, Russell is steering the news direction and focus of our Valley Ag Voice to include input from local Ag related agencies, associations, institutions and foundations. |
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2022-08-10 06:45:00Z | Aug 09, 2022 | Aaron Falk | CEO/President Kern Community Foundation | Aug 10, 2022 6:45 AM |
Aaron Falk has served as the President and CEO of the Kern Community Foundation since 2021. Aaron grew up in Bakersfield, CA and graduated from Stockdale High School. He has a degree in political science from the University of California, Santa Barbara and is currently in the MBA program at California State University, Bakersfield. He also completed the U.S. Air Force Air Command and Staff College as a civilian. Before joining the Foundation, Aaron worked for over a decade as a Congressional staffer. For 7 years in Washington, D.C. Aaron focused on policy supporting the U.S. military, national security, and veterans. He returned to Bakersfield in 2017 and worked for U.S. Representative Kevin McCarthy through 2021. As Kevin’s local representative, Aaron saw firsthand both Kern County’s potential and challenges. Through these experiences, Aaron has fully committed himself to improving life for everyone in Kern County. Aaron lives in Bakersfield with his wife Lauren and daughter Mia. |
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2022-08-17 00:00:00Z | Aug 16, 2022 | Dark - No Meeting. Sleep in if you like | Aug 17, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-08-24 06:45:00Z | Aug 23, 2022 | Lauren Skidmore | Bakersfield Homeless Center | Aug 24, 2022 6:45 AM |
Lauren Skidmore is a pragmatic leader and visionary collaborator, with years of experience working with diverse private and public sectors. As a bridge builder, Mrs. Skidmore has a deep passion for facilitating change and advocacy for all communities in greater Kern County, particularly those who are the most vulnerable. |
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2022-08-31 06:45:00Z | Aug 30, 2022 | Craig Harrison | Transition Ahead | Aug 31, 2022 6:45 AM |
Craig Harrison has been an inspirational speaker, author, and community leader for over 35 years. His insights, ecumenical spirit, and positive attitude have influenced many people on their journey of self-discovery. Craig Francis Harrison graduated from Bakersfield High School, and UCLA, where he obtained a degree in Business and Economics with a minor in Psychology. He entered the Seminary at St. Johns and received a Masters Degree in Divinity. Craig Harrison has legally adopted multiple children and 19 grandchildren, who have enhanced both his life and ministry. He is a sought-after speaker and has donated many hours to numerous philanthropic organizations in Bakersfield, including Rotary, Kiwanis, Bakersfield Museum of Art, Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, Friends of the Children, Jim Burke Dream Builders, St. Vincent de Paul Society, and Catholic Charities. Craig has also served on the Boards of the Bakersfield Art Museum, the Wheeler Foundation, and the St. Vincent de Paul Society. In 2020, Craig Harrison formed Transition Ahead, LLC, allowing him to help others achieve the best version of self through healing. He has performed countless workshops on grief, trauma, and living in peace; and is the author of “Angel Girl,” written in memory of an 11-year old girl who passed away from cancer, and “Pax et Bonum,” a tribute to his beloved Assisi, Italy. He is currently writing two new books. Craig Harrison’s daily reflection, “Coffee with Jesus,” and weekly Sunday video, “The Message,” bring spiritual inspiration to thousands |
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2022-09-07 00:00:00Z | Sep 06, 2022 | Dark - this is Labor Day week | Sep 07, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-09-14 06:45:00Z | Sep 13, 2022 | Assemblyman Vince Fong | Vince's Life After BBRC | Sep 14, 2022 6:45 AM |
In 2016, Vince Fong was elected to represent the 34th Assembly District, which encompasses most of Kern County. Vince serves on the following Assembly committees: Budget Committee (Vice Chair), Transportation Committee (Vice Chair), Appropriations Committee, and Business and Professions Committee. Vince began his career with Congressman Bill Thomas, Chair of the Ways and Means Committee, working on international trade policy. He then returned home to serve the residents of Kern County. For nearly a decade, Vince served as the district director to House Leader and Congressman Kevin McCarthy, until Vince was elected to the State Assembly in 2016. Vince is a lifelong resident of Kern County. He earned a bachelor’s degree from UCLA and masters from Princeton University. He serves on the boards of the Jim Burke Education Foundation and Honor Flight Kern County where he works to send WWII, Korean War and Vietnam Veterans to Washington, DC to see their memorials. |
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2022-09-21 06:45:00Z | Sep 20, 2022 | David Dowdy | Helping Hands | Sep 21, 2022 6:45 AM | View | |||||
2022-09-28 06:45:00Z | Sep 27, 2022 | Mayor Karen Goh | Bakersfield | Sep 28, 2022 6:45 AM |
Goh attended Bakersfield High School. She earned a bachelor's degree in music and a graduate degree in music education from the University of Southern California. After returning to Bakersfield in 2005, Goh volunteered at Garden Pathways for five years, and then became the president/CEO in 2013. She was the fifth district supervisor |
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2022-10-05 00:00:00Z | Oct 04, 2022 | Dark - go to the District Conference | Santa Barbara | Oct 05, 2022 | View | |||||
2022-10-12 06:45:00Z | Oct 11, 2022 | Jimmie Soto | ED of Independent Living Center of Kern County | Oct 12, 2022 6:45 AM |
Jimmie has been the Executive Director of the Independent Living Center of Kern County since 2011. He earned a Master’s Degree in Education Administration and Supervision and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, both from California State University, Fresno. While in college, Jimmie was an active member of the Advocates for Students with Disabilities. Jimmie is an active member of the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers Board and their Executive Committee. He has been appointed to the State Independent Living Council (SILC) since 2013, and is on the State Plan for Independent Living committee with the SILC. He is a proud member of the local VOICED coalition, comprised of other non-profit Directors throughout Kern County. He is also a proud member of the Bakersfield East Rotary Club. Before moving to Bakersfield, Jimmie held the position of Director of Program Services at Fresno County’s Independent Living Center, a position he held since 2001. Jimmie is passionate about the independence of all people with disabilities. Disability has affected his own family with his own visual impairment and having a brother that is Deaf. In his spare time, Jimmie likes to spend time with his wife and three brothers, exercise, and watch football. |
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2022-10-19 06:45:00Z | Oct 18, 2022 | Shawn Kennemer | BARC | Oct 19, 2022 6:45 AM | View | |||||
2022-10-26 06:45:00Z | Oct 25, 2022 | Liz Rozell | BC Energy Institute | Oct 26, 2022 6:45 AM | View | |||||
2022-11-02 06:45:00Z | Nov 01, 2022 | Laura Wolfe | Exec Director Kern Literacy Council | Nov 02, 2022 6:45 AM | View | |||||
2022-11-09 06:45:00Z | Nov 08, 2022 | Ashley Charles | Bristol Hospice | Nov 09, 2022 6:45 AM | View | |||||
2022-11-12 00:00:00Z | Nov 11, 2022 | Bakersfield Breakfast Rotary Wine, Place, & Show | Nov 12, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-11-16 06:45:00Z | Nov 15, 2022 | To Be Announced | Nov 16, 2022 6:45 AM | View | ||||||
2022-11-18 00:00:00Z | Nov 17, 2022 | District 5240 Conference - 2022 | Nov 18, 2022 - Nov 20, 2022 | View | ||||||
2022-11-23 00:00:00Z | Nov 22, 2022 | Dark - Thanksgiving week! | Nov 23, 2022 | View |
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