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Central Bakersfield Libraries & Storytimes

Looking for a cozy story time, a new stack of books, or a free activity to enjoy with the kids? Central Bakersfield's libraries offer families so much more than books!

Explore local libraries for storytimes, children's programs, crafts, learning activities, special events, and plenty of opportunities to read and discover together.

Use this guide to find libraries and family-friendly library resources around Central Bakersfield. Be sure to check our Macaroni KID Central Bakersfield Events Calendar for upcoming story times and library events, as schedules and programs may change.

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• Baker Branch Library

  A neighborhood Kern County Library branch offering books, library resources, and changing programs and activities for children and families in a recently renovated historic library building. 

  1400 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA Read More
• Beale Memorial Library

  Downtown Bakersfield's flagship public library offering children's books, story times, family programs, educational activities, and community resources. 

  701 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA Read More
• Northeast (Oswell) Bakersfield Library

  A neighborhood Kern County Library branch offering books, library resources, and a changing variety of free programs and activities for children and families.

  2671 Oswell Street, Suite B, Bakersfield, CA Read More
• Wilson Branch Library

  A neighborhood Kern County Library offering books, family story times, children's activities, crafts, games, and other free community programming throughout the year.

  1901 Wilson Rd, Bakersfield, CA Read More