Operating hours expand at five county libraries

The Kern County Library Department announced Wednesday operating hours will expand starting June 4 at three branch locations in Bakersfield — Baker, Northeast and Wilson — in addition to the two in California City and Mojave.

All five will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

A department news release noted each of the locations will offer enhanced resources, materials, programs and technology. Staffing will also be added at the three Bakersfield branches as part of a partnership with the city.