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NAVIGATING BAKERSFIELD’S REAL ESTATE MARKET

This intimate and interactive discussion with community leaders and professionals “In the Know,” will address how changes in the real estate market are affecting local economic conditions and what businesses and individuals can do to hedge losses and protect assets. Time will be allotted after each speaker for audience comments and questions.

Featured Speakers include:

1. Gary Crabtree, Owner-Affiliate Appraisers

2. Scott Tobias, Broker-Owner, Prudential Tobias, Realtors

3. Richard Campos, Lender, Wells Fargo Bank

Event will be held at The Bistro from 11am-1pm. Lunch will be served. Space is limited. Reserve by email to mmory@calcot.com

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HIRE Job Club

If you’re an employer looking for talented applicants, or a person with disabilities, looking to match your talents with a job, visit the HIRE Job Club. This month's presentation will be made by Christina Ruiz from La Mina Restaurants.

The HIRE Committee, a public-private partnership, brings together

the monthly HIRE Job Club meetings the last Wednesday of every

month.

For more information call 661-617-6170. Or visit, www.hire-us.net.

The next HIRE Job Club meets at:

PathPoint, 4710 StockdaleHighway on

Wednesday, November 18th at 3:30p.

Bring your talent and join the club!

First Friday, 'Yappy Hour" at Biscuit Boutique & Doggy Spa

Come in and enjoy wine and cheese and bring in your dog for a special treat.

Santa Portraits

Santa Photos from 5 to 8 pm inside Ellie Jay's Baby Boutique in downtown Bakersfield. Packages starting at $8.00

Stop Foreclosure Seminar

A FREE seminar on how to stop foreclosures will be hosted by RE/MAX Golden Empire at 2 PM on Saturday 12/05/09 at 3955 Coffee Rd. Certified Distressed Property Experts Jim Summers & Robert Watt will discuss options for homeowners & explain ways to stop foreclosure & save their credit. Sign up for the FREE seminar at 615-1500.

Winter Wonderland Christmas Celebration at Russo's Books

Winter Wonderland Christmas Celebration
A Night of Friendship, Music, Live Theatre and Shopping at Russo’s Books

Join us for a wonderful evening of meeting and greeting.
It’s an evening of celebrating the holidays and our businesses.
This year marked the 20th anniversary of Russo’s Books in Bakersfield.
We would love for you to join us at our store in The Marketplace
for a special evening of celebration!

Preview of “Hurry Up, Santa!” performed by actors from The Empty Space Theatre
Acoustic Music performed by Landen Belardes

December 2nd, 2009
5:30 to 8:30 PM
Russo’s Books in The Marketplace
Please R.S.V.P. to 661.665.4686
www.russosbooks.com
Hope to see you there!

VIP Restaurant ,Buy one Entree ,get one 50 % off

VIP Mongolian BBQ offers Grand Opening Specials in this Holiday Season.

Try our Special Kebabs for only $9.99 ,Buy one get one 50 % off .

Select from a wide choice of Chicken Kebab or Lula Beef Kebab or Lamb/Pork BBQ or the world famous Greek Salad.

Mongolian Entrees only $ 6.99 ,get a Soda Free

Try our Hookah for only $ 9.99

We also do party catering and party platters, call us now 661 326 9077

We are next to Sizzlers and the Regency Bowling Lanes behind the Days Inn Hotel on 818 Real Road ( off California Exit )

New Life Center Celebrating Christmas with YOU!

Make sure to join us for a contemporary, relevant message with special music by Lydia Ranger. What a perfect way to enter the Christmas Season with your family.

Make sure to invite your Spanish speaking family and friends to the
12pm service on Sunday, December 20. Pastor James Ranger will be speaking along with Pastor Sonia Lopez.

Saturday, December 19 @ 5pm

Sunday, December 20 @ 8:30am, 10:15am, 12pm & 5pm

Say Goodbye to 2009 - NEW YEAR'S BASH!

IT'S THE BIGGEST NYE PARTY IN BAKO!
CLICK ON FLIER BELOW TO BUY ADVANCE TIX ONLINE!
BEFORE THEY SELLOUT!

Management: The Power to Protect

The second in a series of seven Hot 100 Business Institute classes. Participants will learn what managers do to grow a company by 500% in three years. Business owners will learn how to delegate with confidence so they can concentrate on growing the business.

BNI A$$ET BUILDERS

BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world. We offer members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly, business referrals.

Our chapter meets every Thursday morning from 7am to 8:30am at Hodels Country Dinner.

Breakfast buffet is served at the cost of $11/per person or a sitting fee of $9/per person. Membership fees are $330/yr plus $100-first time only application fee. Potential members are allowed to visit a chapter two times before submitting an application. We welcome you to visit our chapter.

If you would like more information you can visit www.bni.com or give me a call at (661) 322-2665.

Thank you for your interest!

Business Networking Opportunity

Market your business with Asset Builders. We are a Local Business Networking International Chapter of BNI. We believe in the concept of "Givers Gain". We build trust and honesty in order to market one anothers business. We meet every Thursday Morning at 7am at Hodels Country Diner. You are welcome to visit our business networking chapter and bring a friend. We are currently looking for the following types of business's: Hair stylist, Landscaper, Gardner, Lawyers, Carpet cleaner, advertising agency, employment placement company, florist, etc. all types of business's are welcome please visit our group so you can see what we can do for you.

Thank you for your interest!

Free How to Buy a Home Event by KB Home

Questions about buying a home? Get answers at KB Home's free 'How to Buy a Home' educational event Jan. 16

KB Home, one of America’s premier homebuilders, is hosting its first-ever nationwide “How to Buy a Home” event Saturday, Jan. 16. In the local region, the educational event is scheduled for noon at the Sedona II/Bedford at Terreno Vista communities in Lancaster, located at 3218 East Patti Lane near the National Soccer Center.

Guests will enjoy lunch and learn what they should know about purchasing a home. Plus, participants will receive a free gift just for attending. As space is limited, homebuyers are encouraged to call 888-KB-HOMES or visit www.kbhome.com to register.

Experts will be on-hand to provide current information on various topics including renting vs. owning, how to budget to buy a home, how to qualify for the federal tax credit, and how to evaluate the many home choices available in the market including new, resale and bank-owned properties.

“About half of all homebuyers today are first-time buyers, many of whom are wondering if homeownership is right for them and if now is the right time to buy, as well as just having questions about the homebuying process itself,” said Wendy Marlett, senior vice president of sales, marketing and communications at KB Home. “The ‘How to Buy a Home’ events are designed to provide homebuyers with useful information in a relaxed, no-pressure environment.”

For more information about the nationwide “How to Buy a Home” educational events taking place on Saturday, Jan. 16 in various markets across the country, please call 888-KB-HOMES or visit www.kbhome.com.

Gold Canyon Strike It Gold Tour

Gold Canyon will tour 45 cities in nine days helping people in the U.S. and Canada learn more about the business opportunity Gold Canyon provides for Demonstrators. Customers can visit www.GCStrikeItGold.com for more information and to find a Strike it Gold event near them.

Pre-Teen Vaccine Week H1N1 Clinics

National Health Services, Inc. and Kern County Department of Public Health, are joining the fight against H1N1 in celebrating Pre-Teen Vaccine Week 2010 (January 17^th- 23^rd). National Health Services, Inc. wants to promote the importance of being informed about influenza and continuing vaccinations. The public may attend at high school’s designated area and time. Please bring immunization card (yellow card). For more information about the free H1N1 Clinics, please call (661) 759-2249. Remember, “Be wise and immunize!”

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:00 pm to 6:00pm

Robert F. Kennedy High School Gym Foyer

1401 Hiett Avenue, Delano, Ca

Pre-Teen Vaccine Week H1N1 Clinics

Tuesday, January 20, 2010 3:00 pm to 6:00pm

Cesar Chavez High School (Hero Cafe')

800 Browning Road, Delano, Ca

Pre-Teen Vaccine Week H1N1 Clinic

Tuesday, January 21, 2010 3:00 pm to 6:00pm

Delano High School Auditorium Foyer

1331 Cecil Avenue, Delano, Ca

Fran Tarkenton Networking Breakfast Jan 21st

Fran Tarkenton invites you to attend his Small Business Networking Breakfast

-VIA CONFERENCE CALL-
FRAN TARKENTON and guest will share their
fundamentals on building a successful small business.

WATCH YOUR BUSINESS GROW WITH MORE CUSTOMERS AND PROFITS!

Thursday Morning, January 21st, 2010

7:15am – 9am, $5.00 per attendee

Contractor State License School
2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304

Fran Tarkenton,
Founder and CEO of GoSmallBiz

At our Networking Breakfast event, you will be able to:

Expose your business to other local businesses.
Acquire new prospects and customers.

Bring your business cards, coupons, and promotional materials to share with the group.

For information and to RSVP please contact: Jim Lencioni @ 661-978-5518, Brenda Lencioni @ 661-496-1439, Email: kernppl@gmail.com

HIRE Job Club Meeting

If you’re an employer looking for talented applicants, or a person with disabilities looking to

match your talents with a job, visit the HIRE Job Club, part of the HIRE Committee,

a public-private partnership.

The first HIRE Job Club meeting of the year meets at:

PathPoint, 4710 Stockdale Highway on Wednesday, January 27th at 3:30pm.

This month’s presentation is made by Monica Alex from Von's Grocery Stores.

Bring your talent and join the club!

For more information call 661-617-6170. Or visit us online at www.hire-us.net.

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SCRUBELATION CELEBRATION!

EAST HILLS MALL

3000 MALL VIEW RD

MEDICAL UNIFORMS, SCRUBS & ACCESSORIES

3- DAY SALE

20% OFF ALL UNIFORMS, LAB COATS

LANDAU, CHEROKEE, URBANE, DRESS A MED, BABY PHAT & MORE

Technology: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly

Our next meeting is February 3, 2010. Please note: "If you need to a cancel your reservation for this event, you must cancel no later than January 31, 2010. Cancellations after that date are not refundable and subject to invoicing. Refunds or credits will not be given for no-shows."

To register, please go to: http://guest.cvent.com/i.aspx?1Q%2cM3%2cebb83504-0bc1-4983-83d4-9152fdbd93b8

Meeting held at The Petroleum Club of Bakersfield, 5060 California Avenue, 12th Floor, Bakersfield, California.

Technology: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly is presented by: Katy C. Raytis, Associate Attorney for KDG HR Solutions, a division of Klein, DeNatale, Goldner, Cooper, Rosenlieb & Kimball, LLP. During this KCSHRM luncheon on February 3, 2010, Attorney Katy Raytis will be presenting on the evolution of communication, social networking, and web 2.0. She will also be looking at how we capture electronic information, as well as how to address privacy concerns and what company policies should include.

Event Registration (Monthly Meeting Fee)
CSUB-HR Student $18.00
Member $18.00
Non-Member $25.00

Dine at Just Wing It tonight and help mend a life in Haiti

Local business owner to donate during difficult economic times

(American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund)

Local Bakersfield business owner, G Riar, owner of Just Wing It, The UPS Stores in downtown and the Town and Country shopping center will be donating 50% of the net proceeds (or a minimum of $2000) during the month of February to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund. Each participating location will also be collecting personal donations as well. As a local business owner for five (5) years, Riar says, “even though difficult economic times are upon us, I want to help the earthquake victims, however I can. It breaks my heart to see families, especially children torn apart by this tragedy as they are left without shelter, food and clothing. Our goal is contribute as much as we can help the Haiti Relief Fund.”

Carole Evans from the American Red Cross of the Kern Chapter says, “the donation will help with short-term aid such as food, shelter, medical needs and will help provide clean water. Our mission is to provide Haiti with long term recovery and rebuilding efforts.” The American Red Cross has also teamed up with local Red Cross to provide integrated help to all the victim.

Feed your family and help mend a life in Haiti at Just Wing It located at 4725 Panama Lane (between Panama and Stine Road). Just Wing It, serves wings in twelve (12) different flavors including original, Cajun, and garlic parmesan. They also have a variety of salads and wraps along with combo meals.

Riar’s other businesses participating will be The UPS Stores located at 8200 Stockdale Highway in the Town and Country Shopping Center and the 1201 24^th Street location located in downtown Bakersfield.

A$$ET BUILDERS-NETWORKING ORGANIZATION (BNI)

Weekly meetings 7:00am-8:30am every Thursday!

Benefits of Membership

Increased exposure to many other people and businesses.

Substantially increased referrals.
Tools to network more effectively, including an orientation CD giving the "Formula for Success" in BNI, a badge, a vinyl card holder to carry members' business cards, referral slips, marketing materials for your chapter and much, much more.
Participation in up to 52 networking meetings per year.
Bi-monthly newsletters with educational material on networking, public speaking, and business.
Participation in business tradeshows (where you'll have an opportunity to market your chapter and your business).
Free periodic workshops on networking.
And much, much more!!!

For more information please call me...Estela (661) 322-2665

Sweetheart Celebration

Love yourself this Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re spending that special day with someone dear, or celebrating single life, we’ll make sure you look your best for the occasion...and having fun.

Enjoy these fabulous services and goodies:

Amorous hairstyles and color consultations by Isaac Romo of Pizazz Salon
Radiant skin treatments and skin analysis by Spa Euphora*
Lovely cosmetic surgery advice from Dr. Vip Dev*
Special day lingerie and bra fitting advice from The Bra Shoppe*
Sparkling smile consultations by cosmetic dentist Dr. James Clark*
Fitness and nutrition advice from Physique Fitness Therapy

Enjoy fabulous raffles and decadent refreshments.

The more, the merrier! So go ahead, bring a friend or two!

Dine at Just Wing It and help mend a life in Haiti

Local business owner to donate during difficult economic times

(American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund)

Dine at Just Wing It tonight and help mend a life in Haiti

Local business owner to donate during difficult economic times

(American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund)

Local Bakersfield business owner, G Riar, owner of Just Wing It, The UPS Stores in downtown and the Town and Country shopping center will be donating 50% of the net proceeds (or a minimum of $2000) during the month of February to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund.

Each participating location will also be collecting personal donations as well. As a local business owner for five (5) years, Riar says, “even though difficult economic times are upon us, I want to help the earthquake victims, however I can. It breaks my heart to see families, especially children torn apart by this tragedy as they are left without shelter, food and clothing. Our goal is contribute as much as we can help the Haiti Relief Fund.”

Carole Evans from the American Red Cross of the Kern Chapter says, “the donation will help with short-term aid such as food, shelter, medical needs and will help provide clean water. Our mission is to provide Haiti with long term recovery and rebuilding efforts.” The American Red Cross has also teamed up with local Red Cross to provide integrated help to all the victim.

Feed your family and help mend a life in Haiti at Just Wing It located at 4725 Panama Lane (between Panama and Stine Road). Just Wing It, serves wings in twelve (12) different flavors including original, Cajun, and garlic parmesan. They also have a variety of salads and wraps along with combo meals.

Riar’s other businesses participating will be The UPS Stores located at 8200 Stockdale Highway in the Town and Country Shopping Center and the 1201 24th Street in downtown Bakersfield.

Business Networking The "A$$ET BUILDERS" Way!

BNI-A$$ET BUILDERS Chapter Meetings. Every Thursday at 7:00am.

BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world. We offer members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly, business referrals.

Why Choose BNI? http://www.bni.com/AboutUs/WhyJoin/tabid/56/Default.aspx

We look forward to seeing you at our next business meeting!

Fran Tarkenton Networking Breakfast

via CONFERENCE CALL to 300 cities: FRAN TARKENTON and guest will share their fundamentals on building a successful small business

Small Business Networking Breakfast This month's Breakfast with Fran speaker will be Bob Burg, best known as author of Endless Referrals: Network Your Everyday Contact Into Sales. In his book, The Go-Giver, which has sold over 100,000 copies, Bob shares 5 key principles that will help you dramatically increase your business, and has recently completed the follow-up, Go-Givers Sell More. Bob speaks for corporations and associations internationally, including Fortune 500 companies, franchises, and numerous direct sales organizations. You will not want to miss this!

At our Networking Breakfast event, you will be able to:

Expose your business to other local businesses.
Acquire new prospects and customers.
Give a short commercial on your services and/or products.

Bring your business cards, coupons, and promotional materials to share with the group.

Save the dates for future breakfast events:
Thursday, Feb 18, 2010
Thursday, Mar 18, 2010
Thursday, Apr 22, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Thursday, Jun 24, 2010
Tuesday, Jul 20, 2010
Thursday, Aug 19, 2010
Thursday, Sept 23, 2010
Thursday, Oct 21, 2010
Tuesday, Nov 16, 2010
Tuesday, Dec 14, 2010

Dine at Just Wing It tonight and help mend a life in Haiti

Local business owner to donate during difficult economic times

(American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund)

Each participating location will also be collecting personal donations as well. As a local business owner for five (5) years, Riar says, “even though difficult economic times are upon us, I want to help the earthquake victims, however I can. It breaks my heart to see families, especially children torn apart by this tragedy as they are left without shelter, food and clothing. Our goal is contribute as much as we can help the Haiti Relief Fund.”

Riar’s other businesses participating will be The UPS Stores located at 8200 Stockdale Highway in the Town and Country Shopping Center and the 1201 24th Street in downtown Bakersfield.

Dine at Just Wing It tonight and help mend a life in Haiti

Local business owner to donate during difficult economic times

(American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund)

Riar’s other businesses participating will be The UPS Stores located at 8200 Stockdale Highway in the Town and Country Shopping Center and the 1201 24th Street in downtown Bakersfield.

HIRE Job Club Meeting

If you're an employer looking for talented applicants, or a person with disabililtes looking to match your talents with a job, visit the HIRE Job Club, part of the HIRE Committee, a public-private sponsorship.

February's HIRE Job Club meeting will be held at:

PathPoint, 4710 Stockdale Highway on Wednesday, February 24th at 3:30pm.

This month's presentation is made by John Skibinski, Associate Field Manager for the Bureau of Land Management and Elizabeth Cavazos, State Leap Coordinator for the Department of Rehabilitation.

Bring your talent and join the club!

For more information call 661-617-6170. or Visit us online at www.hire-us.net.

Bear Market Recovery Seminar

Financial Planner, Larry Menna will discuss:

Steps To Getting Your Retirement Plan On Track

Join Us

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

9:30am - 11:45am

Stockdale Country Club

*Reservations are required*

Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.1601 New Stine Rd, Ste 180 Bakersfield, CA 93309 661-837-8500

Bear Market Recovery Seminar

Most experts agree that the bear market of 2008-2009 is one of the worst economic periods in living memory. Learn to identify signs of economic recovery and take advantage of opportunities as they arise.

Join us

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

5:30pm - 7:45pm

Stockdale Country Club

7001 Stockdale Hwy

Reservations are required

We'll keep you on target...

Developing an Effective Employee Handbook for 2010

Click Here To Register

Jerry Pearson, Esq. with the Law Offices of Young Wooldridge, LLP will be presenting:

How an effective Employee Handbook can protect your company in litigation.
What policies are essential in an Employee Handbook?
Common pitfalls and policies to avoid in Employee Handbooks.
Trends in litigation involving policies and employee handbooks.

Event Registration (Monthly Meeting Fee)

CSUB-HR Student $18.00
Member $18.00
Non-Member $25.00

Please note: "If you need to a cancel your reservation for this event, you must cancel no later than February 28, 2010. Cancellations after that date are not refundable and subject to invoicing. Refunds or credits will not be given for no-shows."

Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Information Meeting

Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage will hold informative meetings about Medicare . There is still time for Medicare eligible persons to make a change in their health care. Benefits of belonging to Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage will be highlighted.

Save At Home Mommy Savings Seminar - Basic Couponing 101

March 8th- Basic Couponing 101
6:00-8:00pm

Canyon Hills Church, 7001 Auburn Street, Room number CE#2 facing the road

The Basic Couponing 101 class we will cover all the basics of starting your coupon adventure including coming up with a budget, developing a shopping strategy, the basics of couponing, coupon language, getting organized and everything you need to know to get started. We will go through some specific scenarios and have a Q&A session to make sure that you leave ready to get out there and save some money.

You can register online at this link. http://www.saveathomemommy.com/classes-2/march-8th-registration/

Kern Business Connectors - Visitor's Day

Open to local businesses wanting to network with other professionals at Hodel's.

"Internet"

"Internet", computer class, learn how to surf the Internet to locate helpful and fun information, 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Ave. Free. 868-0770.

Grand Opening. A World of Comfort. PARADISE SPA.

We offer Sauna, table shower, and full body massage. Open 7 days a week, 9:30am-10:00 pm.

Half an hour massage $40.One hour massage and table shower $60. One and a half hour massage and table shower $80. Two hours massage and table shower $100. Sauna only $20 for half an hour, free shower.

Try it--- basking in the special warmth and comfort--- that is uniquely, wonderfully PARADISE SPA. Make an appointment or just walk in. Feel the power of Paradise Spa!
Life has always been what you make it!

Promotion:$10 discount for one hour massage with this month.

Address: 919 North Chester Ave. Bakersfield CA 93308 Cross street: Washington Ave
Telephone: 661-399-5888

Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage

Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage will hold a seminar to discuss Medicare Advantage Plans. There is still time for Medicare eligible persons to make a change to their health care plan. Come learn the benefits of belonging to Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage.

"Avoid the 12 Common Mistakes in Retirement Planning"

"Avoid the 12 Common Mistakes in Retirement Planning", an Edward Jones workshop, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Edward Jones, 4200 Gosford, Suite 107. Register by March 15. 831-8648.

Business Networking International

Business Networking International, a preferred referral organization, weekly meeting, 7 a.m. Tuesday, Hodel's Country Dining, 5917 Knudsen Drive. 871-0847.

Business Referral Organization (BNI)

Business Referral Organization (BNI), meets at 11 a.m. every Tuesday, Hodel's Country Dining, 5917 Knudsen Dr. 871-0847.

Credit-Collection Meeting

Credit-Collection Meeting, presented by the Central California Credit Association, 12:10 to 12:50 p.m. Tuesday, The Bakersfield Californian, 1707 Eye St. 549-0517.

"How to Probate a Small Estate: The In's and Out's"

"How to Probate a Small Estate: The In's and Out's", with Diane Dodds, Esq., 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Kern County Law Library, 1415 Truxtun Ave., 3rd Floor. kerncountylawlibrary.org or 868-5320.

11th annual Safety, HR & Worker's Comp Symposium & Exposition

11th annual Safety, HR & Worker's Comp Symposium & Exposition, with keynote speaker T. Shane Bush of Bush Co., registration at 7:30 a.m., event is from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Rabobank Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave. $99 through March 1; $129 thereafter. ASSEsymposium.com or 343-4761.

JC Financial Kern Credit Association

JC Financial Kern Credit Association, meeting to discuss credit and collection issues, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Carrows Restaurant, 1300 Easton Drive. 800-342-7064.

League of Women Voters

League of Women Voters, meeting with speaker Dr. Doreen Anderson-Facile discussing prison reform, 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, The Petroleum Club, 12th floor, 5060 California Ave. $22 includes dinner. 634-3773.