OUR CITY. OUR COMMUNITY. OUR FUTURE.

A stronger
California City.
Together.

Neighbors coming together to serve our community, share ideas, and turn good intentions into action.

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People ✦ Community ✦ Progress

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BE ABOUT IT. PUT IN THE WORK.

NEXT COMMUNITY EVENTOctober 8 · Candidate Forum

Doors 6:00 PM / Forum 6:30–8:30 PM

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MEET THE ALLIANCE

We share a city.
Let’s build its future.

We don’t have to agree on everything to work together for the community we call home.

California City Community Alliance connects residents, volunteers, businesses, and local organizations through education, preparedness, health resources, volunteer service, and nonpartisan civic engagement.

Our charitable and educational mission is to strengthen California City and the surrounding communities through community improvement, support and resource connections for veterans and families, and partnerships that help neighbors get informed and involved.

Nonpartisan community education. CCCA does not endorse or oppose candidates for public office or political parties. Our civic activities help residents hear different perspectives and make their own informed decisions.

Founded by David Manzo, Army Veteran and community organizer, CCCA is built around showing up, lending a hand, and helping our neighbors get connected.

Local serviceRespectful dialogueCommunity connection

COME CONNECT

On the community calendar

Meet your neighbors.
Make your voice count.

OCT08THURSDAY · 2026

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

California City Candidate Forum

Hear directly from candidates seeking local public office, learn about the issues, and make your own informed decisions.

Doors open 6:00 PM
Forum 6:30–8:30 PM · Pacific time

Victory Baptist Church · Fellowship Hall
10173 South Loop Blvd, California City, CA 93505

An educational, nonpartisan forum. CCCA does not endorse or oppose candidates. Candidates speak for themselves; participation does not imply endorsement by CCCA or its event partners.

Attend online
Zoom opens October 8 at 6:00 PM Pacific. The forum begins at 6:30 PM.
Meeting ID: 894 5990 5451

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What to expect

Candidate introductions, moderated questions, closing statements, and a community question portion. Please help keep the evening respectful and allow every speaker to be heard.

Hosted by David Manzo on behalf of California City Community Alliance. The program concludes at 8:30 PM.

OCT16FRIDAY · 2026

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT

Trunk or Treat / Farmers Market

Bring your family and friends for a safe, fun evening of candy and community connection. Support local farmers, or come set up and decorate your car or booth to pass out candy for the kids.

Friday, October 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Pacific time

Aspen Mall
California City, CA

Presented by California City Community Alliance & Cal City Farmers Market.
Sponsored by Desert Street Kings.

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Trunk or Treat / Farmers Market flyer: free community event, October 16, 2026 at 6 PM at Aspen Mall in California City, presented by CCCA and Cal City Farmers Market, sponsored by Desert Street Kings.

NOV07SATURDAY · 2026

FREE ADMISSION · ALL AGES

Thanksgiving Clown Show

Join Ministerio Maranatha for a night of faith, fun, and community with music, games, prizes, Bible activities, and family entertainment. Everyone is welcome!

Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Pacific time

Arts and Community Center
10400 Heather Ave, California City, CA 93505

Hosted by Ministerio Maranatha, Church Alliance, and Reach Non-Profit Organization.
In partnership with California City Community Alliance.

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Thanksgiving Clown Show: free admission for all ages, Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 4 PM at the Arts and Community Center, 10400 Heather Ave, California City. Hosted by Ministerio Maranatha, Church Alliance, and Reach Non-Profit Organization, in partnership with CCCA.

NOV28SATURDAY · 2026

COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS

Emergency Winter Prep Community Event

Connect with organizations involved in emergency response, health, utilities, and preparedness. Help your family plan for winter weather, power outages, and unexpected emergencies.

California City Community Park
Event time to be announced

Organized in partnership with
East Kern Health Care District

Ask about participating

NEIGHBORS IN ACTION

Community starts with showing up.

See our cleanup photos

Care for shared spaces

From Balsitis Fields to Central Park, community cleanup efforts bring neighbors together to care for the places we all use.

Make room for conversation

Community meetings and candidate forums give residents a place to listen, ask questions, and connect with one another.

Build local partnerships

Working with community organizations helps connect residents with information, resources, and opportunities to serve.

NEIGHBORS IN ACTION

Community in Action

Balsitis Fields Cleanup

Neighbors volunteering their time to care for California City’s shared spaces. Thank you to everyone who pitched in.

Cleanup volunteers gathered at the ball fields

Ball field dugout and surrounding cleanup area

Volunteers clearing the grounds near the dugout

Volunteer working near a pickup truck at the fields

Volunteer clearing weeds beside the dugout

Ball field dugout following cleanup work

Central Park Trash Cleanup

Volunteers working together to keep Central Park clean and welcoming. Thank you to everyone who helped.

Central Park cleanup volunteers gathered beside a trailer — Neighbors coming together to clean up Central Park.

Bags of collected trash loaded into a trailer at Central Park — Trash collected and ready to be hauled away.

“Be about it.
Put in the work.
Bring the community together.”

THE CCCA SPIRIT

USEFUL CONNECTIONS

Community resources

Start with information
from official sources.

Choose a category to see resources and visit their websites.

Veterans & Military Families4 resources

VETERANS & FAMILIES

The American Legion

Find veteran support, benefits assistance, youth programs, and ways to connect with a local post.

Visit The American LegionVETERANS & COMMUNITY

VFW Department of California

Explore veteran benefits assistance, community programs, and VFW events across California.

Visit California VFWVETERANS & BUSINESS

Kern County Veterans Chamber of Commerce

Connect with veteran resources, business support, and networking opportunities in Kern County.

Visit the Veterans ChamberVETERANS & FAMILIES

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Official information about VA services and benefits.

Visit VA.gov

Jobs & Business1 resource

CAREERS

Federal Government Jobs

Search federal job openings and apply through USAJOBS.

Explore jobs on USAJOBS

Health Care3 resources

COMMUNITY HEALTH

East Kern Health Care District

Find community health resources, local updates, and district events.

Visit the district websiteCOMMUNITY HEALTH

Clinica Sierra Vista Mobile Clinics

View the past May mobile clinic schedule, including a California City visit at Safe Haven. Call 833-678-2781 to ask about upcoming local visits.

View May clinic scheduleHEALTH CARE

Good Samaritan Hospital · Bakersfield

Explore hospital services, clinics, and patient information for this Kern County health care provider.

Visit Good Samaritan Hospital

Food, Family & Youth Support4 resources

FOOD ASSISTANCE

Feeding America Food Bank Finder

Find a food bank serving your area through Feeding America.

Find your local food bankCOMMUNITY ASSISTANCE

211 Kern County · CAPK

Call 211, available 24/7, or explore resources for food, housing, and other community support.

Find help through 211YOUTH & FAMILIES

Safe Haven Kids’ League

Explore after-school programs, homework help, youth activities, and community resources in California City.

Visit Safe Haven Kids’ LeagueFOOD & FAMILY ASSISTANCE

Safe Haven Community Resources

Find food distribution and community resource information from Safe Haven Kids League in California City.

Explore community resources

Pets & Animal Services5 resources

LOCAL ANIMAL SERVICES

California City Animal Control

Find local shelter contacts, pet adoption information, dog licensing details, and shelter volunteer opportunities.

Visit California City Animal ControlPET RESOURCES

Kern County Animal Services

Visit the county’s animal services website for pet resources and information.

Explore animal servicesPET RESOURCES

Kern S.A.F.E. Animal Coalition

Explore pet food assistance, vaccination resources, and no- or low-cost spay and neuter services.

Find pet support resourcesPET RESCUE & ADOPTION

Chasing Dogs · Lost & Found Dogs USA Network

Learn about dog rescue, adoption, fostering, and pet welfare resources serving Kern and Los Angeles counties.

Explore Chasing DogsPET RESOURCES

AAHA Pet Microchip Registry Lookup

Look up a pet’s microchip number to find its registry.

Find a microchip registry

Emergency Preparedness & Safety2 resources

PREPAREDNESS

Ready.gov

Make a family emergency plan and prepare for disasters.

Explore preparedness resourcesSAFETY & TRAINING

American Red Cross Classes

Find CPR, first aid, AED, and other safety courses online or near you.

Find a Red Cross class

Local Government & Community4 resources

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

City of California City

City services, public meetings, and municipal updates.

Visit the city websiteGARDENING & COMMUNITY

Desert Rose Garden Club

Explore local gardening activities and projects that help beautify California City.

Learn about the garden clubLOCAL BUSINESS & COMMUNITY

California City Chamber of Commerce

Connect with local businesses, networking opportunities, and community events.

Visit the Chamber websiteLOCAL COMMUNITY

I Love Cal City

Explore community projects, volunteer opportunities, and local events in California City.

Visit I Love Cal City

These resources are provided for general community education. Listing a provider or linking to a website does not imply endorsement of every statement or service. Contact providers to confirm availability, eligibility, and current details. For emergencies, call 911.

SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY

Help bring California City together.

Your contribution supports CCCA’s community events and projects. Every contribution helps us serve our neighbors.

Tax status: California City Community Alliance has not yet received IRS recognition of exemption under Section 501(c)(3). We do not currently represent contributions as tax deductible.

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THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU

Bring your ideas.
Bring your helping hands.

Volunteer at an event, join a cleanup, become a community partner, or share an idea for California City.

info@calcitycommunityalliance.org

Serving California City and the surrounding East Kern community.

A strongerCalifornia City.Together.

We share a city.Let’s build its future.