Open Branches Beginning April 19, 2021, the Kern County Library is expanding services previously limited by COVID restrictions by increasing capacity to 50% and continuing to phase up to 100% as staffing allows. Beale Memorial Library 701 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Contact: Facebook | 661.868.0701 Hours: Mondays – Fridays, 12-6pm Rathbun Branch Library 200 […]

Donation of Books & Other Materials The Library loves your donations! Books and other donated items should be clean (no dirt, bugs, highlighted sections, etc.) and placed in a sturdy box. One box per person. Donations enrich the library’s collection and are welcomed! Donated materials become the property of the Library upon receipt to dispose […]

Choose Your Library Experience Beginning April 19, 2021, the Kern County Library is expanding services previously limited by COVID restrictions by increasing capacity to 50% and continuing to phase up to 100% as staffing allows. The Library is removing restrictions at the 13 currently open branches across the County. Information about your library experiences below. […]

   Remote on-demand Wireless Printing is now available. Requested print jobs can be picked up during the Library’s Open Hours or picked up through our safe and convenient Curbside Services. Simply submit your print job using one of the 3 available options listed below, and follow instructions to contact your Library and pick up your print […]

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