October 20, 2014
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The One Book, One Bakersfield, One Kern Event
By Jessica Guillen
One Book, One Bakersfield, One Kern has been a very successful program since 2001. This year, the program held an event right here at Taft College in the Cougar Room.
This year’s book was Enrique’s Journey by Sonia Nazario. The people who attended asked questions based on the main topics in the book: gangs, familial bonds, immigration, and disease. The discussion was very broad and robust, but it was exciting for everyone.
The panelists had a lot to talk about as well. This event’s panelists included Liane Young, Bianca Cavazos, Dr. Greg Golling, Flardel Hayo, and Marta Maya. It was a unique event and something to really challenge people in their opinions.