Jewelle Scales Contract Systems Supervisor, County of Kern
Age: 44 I have lived in Bakersfield for: 17 years, I am originally from Hampton, Virginia I wasn’t born in Bakersfield, but I ended up here because: Upon being honorably discharged from the United States Navy after 4 years of active duty service, I moved here to complete my Naval Reserve duty and to be close to some life-long friends that I made while serving in the Navy. What part of town do you live in? Southwest Bakersfield near California State University Bakersfield Three words that describe my neighborhood: Yard Sale Friendly, family-focused, and active social hub Favorite Saturday activity: Sitting on the patio with my 80-year-old mother and listening to family stories. I learned things about history that are not written in books and have a better sense of who I am.
Jewelle Scales, left, enjoys spending time on her patio listening to her mother’s family stories.
Photo by Alex Horvath
WHY I LIVE HERE
Favorite community event: CSUB Hall of Fame Awards, it is a constant reminder to me that people from small towns can have great ambitions and make a significant mark in this world beyond their community.
bubble bath with scented candles, soft lights, and Luther Vandross playing in the background.
Favorite local restaurant: J’s Place…the cooking reminds of my Southern Roots and the Sunday dinners at my grandmother’s home.
Best place for a family outing: John’s Incredible Pizza – I have a blast there with my grandkids.
If I could learn to cook one dish to perfection it would be: My aunt's Southern Fried Chicken. She has said for years it is truly the way to a man’s heart and being single I can use all the help that I can get! If I won a cooking lesson by the chef of my choice it would be: Paula Deen, because she specializes in Southern Style cooking and it reminds me of Sunday dinner after church with my family in Virginia. I relax in Bakersfield by: Warm
I keep cool during the summer by: By going to Rosemary’s Creamy…a lot!
Best-kept secret in Bakersfield: The Lounge at the Downtown Bakersfield Marriott – I love the relaxing social atmosphere. When I want to get out of town I always go to: Disneyland…it really is the happiest place on Earth! What I like most about Bakersfield: Traditional family values and conservative views. The perfect place for date night in Bakersfield is: Café Med…it’s fine dining at its best. www.BakersfieldLife.com
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