The Experience

As the school year fills the calendar again, Seven Oaks keeps the week’s meals, errands, and stops within easy reach. The first weeks of a school year change the shape of a household. Mornings start earlier. Afternoons fill with pickup, practice, and homework, and evenings bring everyone back together around dinner. The calendar fills with…

Belcourt Seven Oaks enjoyed a vibrant summer filled with memorable experiences that strengthened the community’s sense of connection. Residents of all ages enjoyed a full calendar of thoughtfully planned activities that are designed to bring neighbors together and create lasting memories. June featured weekly Ice Cream Socials, Summer Fun Days, and Fitness Wednesdays, providing children…

At Belcourt Village, Seven Oaks families have a close-to-home place to dine, gather, unwind, and enjoy the rhythm of summer. Summer in Bakersfield has its own rhythm. Mornings begin a little earlier. Afternoons slow down. Evenings naturally become time to reconnect. Families look for simple ways to enjoy the season close to home, whether that…

At the heart of Belcourt Seven Oaks, the Center Club continues to serve as a vibrant gathering place where neighbors connect, families create memories, and community spirit thrives. Throughout the spring season, residents enjoyed a thoughtfully curated lineup of events designed to bring the community together in fun and meaningful ways. This past May, residents…

In Seven Oaks, education is part of the plan. The results are visible this time of year. Students across Seven Oaks are reaching milestones this June, from early education completions to high school and college graduations. Many of them began their academic lives within the same community they are now stepping out from and that…

Intuition Skate opens at Grand Island Village, connecting a longtime Bakersfield shop with the trails, families, and active culture of the community When Intuition Skate opens its new location at Grand Island Village this summer, the shop arrives with a long local history and a simple premise. Skating is something people discover together. Matthew Mickey…

Two neighbors complete the real estate journey within Seven Oaks. A growing community often evolves quietly. You may observe the development of a new trail linking two neighborhoods together. A local favorite may open a new storefront closer to home. Services that once required a trip across town begin to take root within the neighborhood…

How a walkable, connected community is turning everyday routines into shared experiences. Belcourt Seven Oaks was designed with a simple idea at its center: a neighborhood becomes active when it gives people reasons to step outside. That intention shows up not in slogans, but in how the community actually moves. Belcourt Park is often busy.…

By John Cox Originally published on Bakersfield.com, February 4, 2026 Don’t let the remaining locked doors fool you: Bolthouse Properties has succeeded in filling up southern Seven Oaks’ marquee shopping center. The company said Wednesday its Belcourt Village retail development at the southwest corner of White Lane and Buena Vista Road is now 100% leased. A…

A look at the history, principles, and design thinking that shape Bolthouse Properties’ work today. When people hear the Bolthouse name, many still think first of farming. That story begins in 1915, when the Bolthouse family started a farming operation that grew over decades and eventually moved its operations to California. The work was grounded…

A new year begins as fresh and exciting destinations enrich a neighborhood built around connection. A new year always brings a spark of possibility, and at Belcourt Village, that feeling is especially alive. Bolthouse Properties enters 2026 with a renewed sense of momentum, shaped by a growing community and a mix of local businesses that…

Belcourt Seven Oaks embraced the holiday season with a full lineup of festive experiences, bringing residents together for memorable moments and seasonal cheer. Holiday events included Cookies with Justin Salinas from the Netflix original, “Cake It With Justin,” Cocoa, Cookies & Crafts, and the beloved Christmas with Santa, creating a joyful series of celebrations throughout…