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NORTH STATE<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> Volume 27 - Issue 1 <strong>November</strong> <strong>2019</strong><br />
CONTENTS<br />
6 Be the Change<br />
Aaron Hayes<br />
By Jenna Christophersen<br />
7 Fostering and Adopting -<br />
A Journey of a Lifetime<br />
By Carolyn Patten<br />
10 Localicious<br />
Thankful for Farmers<br />
By Deborah Peel<br />
12 Childcare & Preschool Directory<br />
14 Stir It Up! Eight Benefits to<br />
Cooking with Children<br />
By Jill Morgenstern<br />
15 Uniquely Us<br />
Giving Thanks With and Without<br />
a Food Focus<br />
By Jennifer Arnold<br />
16 This is Tehama<br />
Be Intentional About Tradition<br />
By Kate Hiller<br />
18 Integrating Grandparents into<br />
Our Modern Families<br />
By Lisa Vegvary<br />
21 Going Places Family Events<br />
Calendar<br />
THANK YOU FOR PICKING UP A COPY OF NORTH STATE PARENT MAGAZINE<br />
On the Cover: Sisters Ella, 9, and Sadie, 12, enjoy<br />
an autumn afternoon in Bidwell Park, Chico,<br />
CA, with their mother Andrea Rioux-Coner and<br />
grandmother Brenda Rioux. Andrea, an LCSW/<br />
Trauma Social Worker, and her husband Jake,<br />
a fire-medic, value family and make time in their<br />
busy schedules to ensure that grandparentbonding<br />
activities are part of their children’s lives.<br />
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It’s time to shake out the sweaters and pull on<br />
our boots! Days are crisp, the sun is lower in the<br />
sky, and the leaves are falling. <strong>November</strong>—the<br />
month of gratitude—is here in all its mid-autumn<br />
glory!<br />
We are ever thankful to our local farmers for<br />
a bountiful harvest. We are lucky that most of<br />
our Farmers Markets remain open year-round<br />
in the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong>, allowing us to enjoy fresh<br />
fruits, vegetables and baked goods.<br />
The outdoor days of summertime are behind<br />
us, and now we spend time cooking and baking<br />
together, skating together, walking and hiking<br />
together. And, of course, nurturing ourselves<br />
and each other.<br />
Fill your upcoming holidays with family and<br />
friend time, spread warmth and love, and celebrate<br />
the traditions we’ve handed down for<br />
generations as well as those brand-new customs<br />
we want to make part of our festivities.<br />
What are your family’s endearing seasonal traditions?<br />
and the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine team<br />
Marjie Kennedy (left), Pamela Newman( middle)<br />
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e the change<br />
Aaron Hayes<br />
be the change By Jenna Christophersen<br />
“A<br />
aron has what we call a charismatic personality,” says Gil Moegerle, who<br />
met Aaron Hayes in 2015, after moving to Redding, CA. “Even if you have<br />
a heart of stone, when Aaron stands up and speaks, you believe in your<br />
potential to help these kids.”<br />
“These kids” are the youth of Redding, who face above-average adverse childhood<br />
experiences (ACEs), including exposure to neglect or emotional, physical, sexual, or<br />
substance abuse. Children who experience such trauma frequently battle depression,<br />
anxiety, physical illness, tendencies toward health-risk behaviors and even early death.<br />
Aaron founded and directs Catalyst Mentoring out of a commitment to helping youth<br />
overcome these challenges.<br />
Aaron credits his wife, Sarah for opening his eyes to his calling. “Sarah and I started<br />
dating when she was 13, and I was 14,” Aaron says. “I didn’t have a lot of confidence in<br />
myself, but she believed in me and encouraged me to take bigger risks.” Sarah recognized<br />
Aaron’s heart for coaching and encouraged him to become a teacher. After school<br />
budget cuts eliminated Aaron’s job in 2010, he became a youth pastor.<br />
While pastoring, Aaron established a mentoring program at Pioneer High School,<br />
where he saw the life-changing power mentors can have on kids. Experience taught him<br />
people repeat observed behaviors, so kids acting inappropriately or destructively probably<br />
lack exposure to healthy ways of responding to life. “Kids want to do what is right,”<br />
Aarons says, “But if we tell kids who have never seen the color red to paint with red,<br />
they can’t do it.” Mentorship allows kids to “see the color red” through witnessing how<br />
healthy adults respond to life. Caring, one-on-one relationships empower them to make<br />
healthy choices in their own lives.<br />
Aaron founded Catalyst Mentoring in 2016, and today the non-profit partners with<br />
many schools in Redding. Catalyst’s main purpose is to provide initial and ongoing training,<br />
so adult mentors can feel confident engaging with kids from first grade to early twenties,<br />
as well as connecting kids with mentors. “A lot of people feel like they don’t know<br />
enough to be a mentor,” Aaron says, “but kids don’t care how much you know until they<br />
know how much you care. You don’t have to know anything; you just have to show up.”<br />
Sometimes, even showing up seems impossible. In the wake of the Carr Fire in 2018,<br />
Redding teachers have faced increased emotional burnout as they grapple with students’<br />
trauma and their own losses. In response to teacher burnout, Aaron is building a business<br />
called Reignite, a program to refresh teachers and other professionals,<br />
re-equipping them as healthy influences on kids. Although Reignite focuses<br />
on adults, it truly complements Catalyst. “For our society to be<br />
healthy, our teachers need to keep the passion burning,” says Aaron.<br />
“Catalyst helps kids discover what’s possible; Reignite helps<br />
adults keep what is possible alive.”<br />
Melanie Huggard, a Catalyst employee, describes Aaron’s<br />
courage to invent and try creative community-building<br />
solutions. When asked to help with a school’s bullying<br />
problem, for example, Aaron gained teacher and parent<br />
permission to blindfold the entire eighth grade. Freed from<br />
the pressure of their peers’ eyes as they listened to Aaron,<br />
students raised their hands to answer questions about isolation,<br />
loneliness and bullying with surprising honesty. The<br />
unusual assembly launched rich classroom conversations;<br />
teachers reported that even very quiet students participated<br />
in the discussion for schoolwide change.<br />
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When he’s not building social solutions, Aaron enjoys other types of creative construction,<br />
including painting and woodworking. He also prioritizes his family, starting<br />
with his daily morning walk with Sarah. The couple have two adopted and three biological<br />
children between the ages of eight and 25. Together, the family enjoys canoeing, fishing<br />
and opening their lives to others, like Ali Michelle, who became an honorary family<br />
member during her freshman year of high school. Over their eight years of friendship,<br />
Ali has seen Aaron “always give 110 percent” and “connect everybody in Redding to work<br />
together for the greater good.”<br />
“Aaron is an agent for awakening,” says Gil, explaining how mentoring with Catalyst<br />
opened his eyes to needs he never knew existed for youth. From his front door to<br />
out into the community, Aaron’s passion fosters intergenerational relational health and<br />
brightens the future for kids and adults in the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong>. Ó<br />
Jenna Christophersen is a Chico native who fell in love with writing as she<br />
wrote her first words as a student at McManus Elementary School.<br />
The mission of our be the<br />
change column is to feature<br />
community members from<br />
the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> who are<br />
actively making a difference in<br />
community life. If you would like<br />
to nominate someone who is<br />
making a difference, please write<br />
to pn@northstateparent.com.<br />
Photos by Marjie Kennedy, Six Rivers Photography
for community By Carolyn Patten<br />
The Gonzales family were all smiles on Bella’s<br />
adoption day. Pictured on either side of the<br />
judge (in black) are (left to right) Julie, Bella,<br />
Willow, Annie and Jake Gonzales. Julie says,<br />
“It’s been a wonderful journey…it made our<br />
family complete.”<br />
Fostering and Adopting<br />
A Journey of a Lifetime<br />
<strong>November</strong> is National Adoption Awareness<br />
Month, intended to raise awareness<br />
of those children in foster care needing<br />
adoption into permanent homes. At any given time,<br />
there are about 760 children in foster care in Butte,<br />
Glenn, Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama Counties, and almost<br />
one-third of them are eligible for adoption.<br />
Sheri Wiggins, program director for Shasta College’s<br />
Foster & Kinship Education, says, “If you are willing to<br />
step up and be the parent a child needs you to be, there<br />
are many children looking for permanent, loving and<br />
caring families.” She explains that the first goal of foster<br />
care is to “reunite children with their parents when<br />
a suitable home environment can be reestablished, and<br />
that can take six to 18 months.”<br />
She also cautions parents to be realistic in their<br />
expectations. “Children in foster care often have hard<br />
starts in life and have experienced trauma that may<br />
have greatly affected their development in a variety<br />
of ways. Families wanting to adopt through foster<br />
care need to be flexible in their expectations, able to<br />
see a child for who they are, not who they aren’t, be<br />
willing to be creative in their parenting and have a<br />
large capacity for commitment, patience and determination<br />
to meet all of the needs of any child placed<br />
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Fostering and Adopting - A Journey of a Lifetime<br />
“Interestingly enough,” she continues, “love is often<br />
something that grows out of shared positive experiences<br />
over time. This is why love is not enough. First,<br />
the child needs to feel safe; then, they will build a relationship.<br />
As the relationship grows, so does trust. Willful<br />
compliance only comes after the first three have. If<br />
you require a child to be compliant to be loved, these<br />
children are not for you.”<br />
Sheri and her husband had a foster home license for<br />
ten years and adopted four children, two brothers with<br />
special needs ranging from critical medical conditions to<br />
mental health issues and two newborn girls with grave<br />
medical problems. With one daughter, she says, “The<br />
doctor actually told us we didn’t want to adopt this baby.<br />
We are so very thankful that we did. Our family has been<br />
very blessed, and the work in raising them has been difficult<br />
and complicated at times. Worth every minute of it.”<br />
Julie Gonzales, president of Chico Creek Dance Center,<br />
became a foster mom through the Youth for Change<br />
Foster Care Services in Chico. “My husband and I went<br />
into the foster care system wanting to adopt,” she says,<br />
“and our daughter Bella’s adoption was a wonderful<br />
experience. We got matched with Bella when she was<br />
three months old, and she is now four. It took about 18<br />
months for Bella’s adoption to become final. You’re not<br />
given a definite ‘yes’ until the end, so it’s a process of up<br />
and down emotions.”<br />
Julie says the support and benefits the state<br />
provides for foster and adoptive parents is a big<br />
help. “The state gives enough money and support<br />
to help both foster and adoptive parents<br />
until the child turns 18. If we could get more<br />
families to open their homes either for a short<br />
period or a longer period to help these kids, it<br />
would be wonderful.”<br />
One of the ways the state supports adoptive<br />
parents is through “WRAP Around Services.” These<br />
programs are designed to give the families respite<br />
and assist in keeping the child in the home. Sheri<br />
knows this, firsthand, “We had WRAP services<br />
with one of our sons when he was an older teen.<br />
He had become emotionally unstable and volatile.<br />
Our entire family was exhausted. By having services<br />
brought to us, we were able to avoid an outof-home<br />
placement. When done well, WRAP can<br />
be very powerful.”<br />
Kelsey Johnson, account executive with <strong>North</strong><br />
<strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine, became an adoptive mom<br />
after fostering a special needs child. Her son, who was three<br />
at the time of adoption, is now nine. “His mom asked me<br />
to adopt him because she just couldn’t take care of him. He<br />
is considered terminally ill but thriving,” Kelsey says. “That<br />
is the only challenge. The most rewarding is just being his<br />
mom. He loves me, and he’s become part of the family.”<br />
At Yosemite this past summer, the Gonzales family added another fun<br />
family adventure to their many memories.<br />
For those curious about becoming foster or adoptive<br />
parents, Sheri says, “My children have forced me to grow in<br />
ways I never would have anticipated. Each has brought their<br />
own way of loving to our family, and all of them are successful<br />
in their own right. They fill my life with joy and love, and<br />
the hard work that parenting requires of all children.” 9<br />
NOVEMBER IS<br />
NATIONAL<br />
adoption<br />
month<br />
www.lilliput.org<br />
ADOPTION SERVICES<br />
POST ADOPTION SERVICES<br />
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!<br />
Learn how you can make a difference<br />
in the life of a child, become a<br />
Court Appointed Special Advocate<br />
POST ADOPTION SERVICES 530-879-3861<br />
Services available for families who have been formed through adoption:<br />
• Information & Referral Services<br />
• Support via phone, e-mail & in person<br />
• Adoptive <strong>Parent</strong> Support Groups<br />
• Family social events for adoptive<br />
families networking<br />
Seeking adoptive parents for children<br />
in foster care waiting to belong to caring<br />
and committed permanent families.<br />
For information on adopting in your area<br />
Call 530-895-6143<br />
• Workshops & trainings for parents &<br />
professionals relating to adoption issues<br />
• Monthly newsletter<br />
• Glenn, Colusa, Sutter, Yuba, Siskiyou,<br />
Lassen, Modoc & Sierra Counties<br />
CALIFORNIA<br />
ADOPTIONS<br />
SERVICES BUREAU<br />
Chico Regional Office<br />
Call 844-25-4CASA<br />
A program of <strong>North</strong>ern Valley<br />
Catholic Social Service,<br />
serving Butte, Glenn, Shasta<br />
& Tehama Counties.<br />
Visit nvcss.org for more information.<br />
8 <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> • Serving Upper California Since 1993
Fostering and Adopting - A Journey of a Lifetime<br />
The Process<br />
• There is now one approval process for anyone who wants to foster or adopt.<br />
• Relatives are given priority when placing a child in a foster home.<br />
• All families must complete at least eight hours of annual training.<br />
• All families must complete an orientation and 12 hours of specific training to<br />
become “resource family approved.”<br />
• All adults must complete an assessment to become RFA approved, and the<br />
home must pass a home environment check.<br />
• An approval is good anywhere in California, making it possible to foster and<br />
adopt children who live anywhere in the state. If the family moves after approval,<br />
a new home inspection must be done, and the approval updated.<br />
• A family can be approved by a county or a foster family agency to take foster<br />
children who may end up becoming adoptive children. Ó<br />
Butte College Foster Kinship<br />
Care Education Program<br />
With degrees in journalism and mass communications, Carolyn Patten<br />
has been a professional writer for decades, specializing in features about<br />
people and their passions. Writing about families is one of her favorite<br />
assignments.<br />
Foster Care & Adoption Resources<br />
NATIONAL<br />
Center for Adoption Support and Education<br />
adoptionsupport.org<br />
MULTIPLE COUNTIES<br />
Butte College Foster Kinship Care Education Program;<br />
Chico. Butte and neighboring counties. Free ongoing<br />
trainings, parenting classes, workshops and family<br />
enrichment training. 2480 Notre Dame Blvd.<br />
(530) 897-6235. butte.edu/fosterkinship<br />
California Department of Social Services Adoptions;<br />
Glenn & Siskiyou Counties. cdss.ca.gov/adoptions<br />
Chico Regional Office: 520 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 140.<br />
(530) 895-6143.<br />
California Kids Connection. A program provided by<br />
the California Dept. of Social Services as a registry of<br />
children waiting to be adopted and families wanting to<br />
adopt. cakidsconnection.org<br />
Children First Foster Family Agency; Shasta & Siskiyou<br />
Counties. Private, nonprofit agency. childrenfirstffa.com<br />
Red Bluff. 590 Antelope Blvd. Bldg. B, Ste. 20.<br />
(530) 528-2938.<br />
Redding. 2608 Victor Ave., Ste. A. (530) 722-1022.<br />
Yreka. 490 S. Broadway St. (530) 841-1030.<br />
Children’s Hope Foster Family Agency; Gridley. Butte,<br />
Glenn & Tehama Counties. Private, nonprofit agency.<br />
567 Virginia St. (530) 846-4955. childrenshopeffa.org<br />
Lilliput Children’s Services; Butte, Glenn, Shasta,<br />
Siskiyou & Tehama Counties. Private, nonprofit agency.<br />
Foster, adoption and kinship services for domestic<br />
adoptions. Adoption support group and post-adoption<br />
resource center. lilliput.org.<br />
Chico. 289 Rio Lindo Dr. (530) 896-1920.<br />
Redding. 2580 Victor Ave., Ste. C. (530) 722-9092.<br />
Shasta College Foster & Kinship Care Education<br />
Program; Redding. Shasta & Tehama Counties. Free<br />
classes, workshops and conferences for caregivers.<br />
11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530) 339-3611. See Community<br />
at shastacollege.edu.<br />
Sierra Forever Families Post-Adoption Services; Chico.<br />
Butte, Glenn & Siskiyou Counties. Private, nonprofit<br />
agency. Post-adoption support services for anyone<br />
who has adopted through any agency or attorney.<br />
Support groups, parent trainings, social activities,<br />
resource information. 520 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 140.<br />
(530) 478-0900. sierraff.org<br />
Youth & Family Programs; Butte, Shasta & Tehama<br />
Counties. Private, nonprofit agency. Family-centered,<br />
team approach to foster care and support services to<br />
children and teens age infant-21, their birth families<br />
and the agency’s foster parents. ncyfp.org<br />
Redding. 2770 Pioneer Dr. (530) 365-9197.<br />
Chico. 2577 California Park Dr. (530) 893-1614.<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Butte County Adoption Services; Oroville. 202 Mira<br />
Loma Dr. (530) 538-5119. buttecounty.net/dess/<br />
buttecountyadoptions<br />
Youth for Change Foster Care Services; Chico.<br />
Full-service foster family agency accredited by the<br />
California Alliance of Child & Family Services. 2580<br />
Sierra Sunrise Terrace., Ste. 100. (530) 877-6764.<br />
youth4change.org<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Krista Foster Homes; Redding. Nonprofit Christian<br />
agency. 1135 Pine St., Ste. 21. (530) 246-1259.<br />
KristaFosterHomes.org<br />
Ready for Life Foster Family Agency; Redding. Private,<br />
nonprofit, faith-based agency. 962 Maraglia St.<br />
(530) 222-1826. readyforlife.net<br />
Shasta County Foster Care, Adoptive & Kinship Care;<br />
Redding. Full-service domestic adoption & foster care<br />
agency. 2650 Breslauer Way. (530) 225-5554 or<br />
(530) 225-5791. shastacountycaresforkids.com<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
College of the Siskiyous Foster and Kinship Care<br />
Education; Yreka. Foster Care and Resource Family<br />
Approval Classes, 2001 Campus Drive. siskiyous.edu/<br />
fkce/<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Tehama County Department of Social Services; Red<br />
Bluff. Foster family services and services for young<br />
adults who have aged out of the foster system but<br />
still need support. <strong>Parent</strong> education classes and child<br />
abuse hotline. 310 S. Main St. (530) 527-1911. See Child<br />
Welfare Services at tcdss.org.<br />
Please say you saw it in <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine. This helps us grow!<br />
We provide family enrichment, training and<br />
support for those who work with or care<br />
for children. Everyone is welcome!<br />
All Workshops Are<br />
Free & Open To Everyone!<br />
Resource Family Approval<br />
Developing Capable People<br />
Multi-Level Anger Management<br />
The Nurtured Heart Approach & More!<br />
Morning, Evening and Weekend Workshops available<br />
in Chico & Oroville. Visit our website for a full list of<br />
family enrichment classes & workshops:<br />
www.butte.edu/fosterkinship<br />
For more information: (530) 897-6235<br />
www.northstateparent.com • <strong>November</strong> <strong>2019</strong> 9
localicious By Deborah Peel<br />
Thankful<br />
for Farmers<br />
It’s a time to give thanks for the farmers and<br />
ranchers who provide great food in plenty at<br />
Thanksgiving and all through the year. From the<br />
bottom of our hearts and bellies, the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong><br />
<strong>Parent</strong> family thanks all our local farmers for<br />
bringing the harvest from their fields and pastures<br />
to the tables of families throughout the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong>.<br />
Five Marys Farms<br />
Brian and Mary Heffernan enjoy working hard as a family at Five Marys<br />
Farms in Fort Jones, CA, with their four “free-range” daughters, all named<br />
Mary. MaryFrances, MaryMarjorie, MaryJane and MaryTeresa carry forward<br />
a tradition of strong Marys in the family—named for beloved grandmothers<br />
and aunts. The Heffernans pride themselves on raising their animals<br />
on pastures and hillsides in the fresh mountain air. Their customers<br />
receive high-quality all-natural beef shipped from the ranch to their doorsteps<br />
across the USA. In 2018, Paleo Magazine singled them out as “Best<br />
Farm” in America. With five Marys in the family, Five Marys Farms is the<br />
perfect name for this family-run ranching endeavor. fivemarysfarms.com<br />
Red Gate Ranch<br />
Audrey Pascone, and Kraig and Heather Austin with ranch dog Ginger (l. to r.)<br />
are the hard-working farmers of Red Gate Ranch in Red Bluff, CA. They are<br />
committed to producing high quality, nutrient-dense vegetables using regenerative<br />
farming and soil building practices. Their veggies are available at Red<br />
Bluff and Redding farmers markets and for pick-up in weekly vegetable boxes.<br />
They grow spinach, kale, eggplant, bok choy, peppers, melons, squash, radishes,<br />
cucumbers, cabbage and more from organic, non-GMO seeds. Farmer<br />
Audrey says, “We nurture our garden and raise our livestock with a deep reverence<br />
for the natural world.” In addition to all those vegetables, Red Gate also<br />
raises heritage breed pigs on pasture, and grass-fed cattle! redgateranch.us<br />
10 <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> • Serving Upper California Since 1993
Localicious<br />
Localicious is a monthly column<br />
celebrating food in the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong>. If<br />
you would like to suggest a food-related<br />
business or organization, email us at<br />
localicious@northstateparent.com.<br />
Pyramid Farms<br />
Lisa Carle and Matthew Martin of Pyramid Farms in Chico, CA, love the fragrance<br />
of beautiful growing things and share their organic flowers, vegetables and eggs<br />
with satisfied customers at farmers markets and by supplying restaurants in the<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong>. Twenty years ago, they started as a sidewalk garden and have grown<br />
into an 11-acre certified organic farm. Carrots are their favorite crop and tend to be<br />
most popular among their customers. Matthew says, “We love being at the Saturday<br />
farmers market year-round. That’s when we get to see the smiling faces of the<br />
people eating the healthy foods that we grow.” www.pyramidfarms.com<br />
Capay Farms<br />
Duivenvoorden<br />
Farms<br />
From Sugar to Karma, every cow at Duivenvoorden Farms in Cottonwood,<br />
CA, has a name and sweetly shares her raw milk for bottling and sale to the public.<br />
This Grade A, state-inspected, licensed dairy and milk processing facility<br />
has been family owned and operated for over 50 years. The Duivenvoordens<br />
milk once a day; they say it keeps the cows' stress levels down and results in richer,<br />
creamier milk. Their cows are grain-free and roam on pasture year-round.<br />
Babies get to stay with their mamas until they are big enough to be weaned and<br />
switched to a pasture diet. Ali Duivenvoorden says, “This can impact overall<br />
milk supply, but we believe in quality over quantity, and we’re happy when our<br />
cows are happy.” rawmilkdairy.com<br />
The family owned Capay Farms in Orland, CA, is a walnut and almond operation<br />
that includes farmland in Glenn, Butte and Tehama counties. Fourth-generation<br />
Californian Paul Violich formed Violich Farms four decades ago, and<br />
Capay Farms was created in 2011 to manage both Violich Farms and Cumming-Violich<br />
Farms. Although they have grown into a large orchard management<br />
company heavy on the walnut hulling, they’re still small enough to be an<br />
“employee-first culture” where everyone knows each other’s names. In a rather<br />
historic industry, Capay Farms is always seeking to improve on quality of product—from<br />
field to table. They are strong on technological innovation and environmentally<br />
friendly practices, such as powering 80% of their irrigation system<br />
with solar power or natural gas. capayfarms.com<br />
Please say you saw it in <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine. This helps us grow!<br />
www.northstateparent.com • <strong>November</strong> <strong>2019</strong> 11
Learn About Local Preschools<br />
Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks in Redding. Photos by Marjie Kennedy, Six Rivers Photography.<br />
CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY<br />
SPECIAL<br />
ADVERTISING<br />
SECTION. LIST YOUR<br />
CENTER BY CALLING<br />
1-800-500-6747.<br />
CHICO<br />
Chico Montessori Children's House<br />
814 Glenn St. • (530) 342-5518<br />
chicomontessori.com<br />
S Ages: 2.9-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 8:30am-4pm or<br />
5:30pm<br />
Montessori-trained teachers for the development<br />
of the whole child. Emphasis on inner motivation,<br />
using the child's natural curiosity and delight in<br />
discovery. Sessions offered a.m., p.m. and full day.<br />
Lic# 045406630<br />
Katie's Kids Preschool & Infant Center<br />
120 Yellowstone Dr. • 530.520.5501<br />
katieskidspreschool.org<br />
DSM Ages: 0-6 yrs • Times: M-F, 6:30am-6pm<br />
Beautiful garden & outside area, P-K program,<br />
serving Butte County since 1990.<br />
Lic# 045407010/045407009<br />
Little Sprouts Preschool<br />
15 Overland Ct. • (530) 345-0123<br />
DSM Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-5:30pm<br />
ECO Green certified, offering gardening, nature<br />
walks, outdoor exploration, kindergarten readiness<br />
program, Zoo-phonics®, introduction to Spanish,<br />
French and sign language, and fun! Lic# 045405784<br />
OROVILLE<br />
Feather River Recreation &<br />
Park District Preschool<br />
1875 Feather River Blvd. • 530.533.2011<br />
frrpd.com<br />
DSM Ages: 18mos-5yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-5:30pm<br />
Play, play, play lots of unstructured indoor/outdoor<br />
play time, music/movement and a lot of hands-on<br />
activities. This is achieved through a variety of<br />
fun, age appropriate curriculum including Zoo<br />
Phonics. We are divided into five different groups<br />
with a structured daily routine. We encourage<br />
children to be independent thinkers, have<br />
compassion and build confidence. Lic# 045405901<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Childcare Referral and Education<br />
Red Bluff. shastacoe.org.<br />
409 Walnut St. • (530) 529-3131<br />
Our subsidized assistance programs support<br />
families who are working, seeking work, going to<br />
school, or meet other qualifying criteria. Contact<br />
us for assistance in locating a licensed childcare<br />
provider in your area.<br />
PALO CEDRO<br />
Redding Christian Preschool<br />
and Pre-Kindergarten<br />
21945 Old 44 Drive • (530) 547-5600<br />
Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm<br />
mid-August through May<br />
reddingchristian.com<br />
Located just east of Redding in Palo Cedro, our<br />
private Christian preschool and pre-kindergarten<br />
programs offer a variety of hands-on learning,<br />
sensory/motor integration and academic skill<br />
building that focus on spiritual, academic, social<br />
and physical development. Our comprehensive<br />
pre-kindergarten curriculum challenges students<br />
in language arts, number sense, science and social<br />
studies, all while instilling a Biblical world view<br />
and a life-long love of learning. Lic# 455406244<br />
RED BLUFF<br />
Tehama County Department<br />
Of Education <strong>State</strong> Preschool Programs<br />
Bidwell <strong>State</strong> Preschool<br />
1052 Dumosa Dr. • (530) 529-5867<br />
Red Bluff Lic. #525404771<br />
M Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm<br />
Columbia <strong>State</strong> Preschool<br />
1623 Columbia Ave. • (530) 824-6528<br />
Corning Lic. #525403214<br />
SM Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm<br />
Gerber <strong>State</strong> Preschool<br />
23014 Chard Ave. • (530) 385-1537<br />
Gerber Lic. #525403200<br />
M Times: M-F, 8:30-11:30am & 12:30-3:30pm<br />
Jackson Heights <strong>State</strong> Preschool<br />
224 Jackson St. • (530) 529-6741<br />
Red Bluff Lic. #525405509<br />
M Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm<br />
Lincoln Street <strong>State</strong> Preschool<br />
1265 Lincoln St. • (530) 528-7373<br />
Red Bluff Lic. #525406421<br />
SM Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm<br />
Metteer <strong>State</strong> Preschool<br />
695 Kimball Rd. • (530) 529-5214<br />
Red Bluff Lic. #525403199<br />
M Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm<br />
Olive View <strong>State</strong> Preschool<br />
521 Almond St. • (530) 824-5319<br />
Corning Lic. #525405507<br />
SM Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm<br />
Tehama County Department of Education <strong>State</strong><br />
Preschool programs are for children ages 3- 5yrs.<br />
and are free or low cost to qualifying families. We<br />
value each child and family and pride ourselves<br />
on providing a safe, nurturing environment that<br />
integrates your child’s interests into the learning<br />
process. We provide engaging hands-on activities<br />
that facilitate all aspects of development.Full year,<br />
full or part day options.<br />
D = Diapers Accepted S =Snacks Served M = Meals Served<br />
REDDING<br />
Columbia's Lion Cubs Preschool<br />
10142 Old Oregon Trail • (530) 223-4070 x315<br />
SM Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm<br />
Our experienced, qualified and nurturing teachers<br />
provide for every aspect of your child’s preschool<br />
experience. We offer full, extended and half-day<br />
programs with small class sizes, hands-on<br />
learning, kindergarten readiness and activities<br />
in all areas of learning. There is no residency requirement<br />
to live in the Columbia District for your<br />
child to attend the preschool. Lic# 455403185<br />
Grant Preschool<br />
8835 Swasey Drive • (530) 243-2773<br />
grantpreschool.com<br />
S Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7am - 6pm<br />
Located on Grant School Campus. We encourage<br />
students to maximize growth cognitively,<br />
emotionally, socially and physically. Kindergarten<br />
readiness curriculum includes Open Court Math<br />
& Language Arts, Sparks P.E., Music, Handwriting<br />
Without Tears® and Brain Gym®. Flexible rates<br />
and scheduling. Lic# 455401675<br />
Kids and Me Preschool<br />
3695 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 222-3525<br />
DS Ages: 2-6 yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-5:30pm<br />
reddingpreschools.com<br />
Quality preschool program in a happy, caring<br />
environment. Stimulating and comprehensive<br />
curriculum will prepare your child for kindergarten.<br />
Clean facility with large outdoor play area in<br />
a park-like setting. Lic# 455406526<br />
Munchkin University Infant Center<br />
& Preschool<br />
2620 Railroad Ave. • (530) 241-8666<br />
munchkinuniversity.com<br />
DSM Ages: Infant Center: 8 wks-2 yrs;<br />
Preschool: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 6:30am-5:30pm<br />
At Munchkin University we believe that children<br />
need as many positive experiences as possible.<br />
Our amazing staff provides a great environment<br />
where each child is appropriately challenged and<br />
encouraged daily. Lic # 451374 213 & 451374 214<br />
Montessori Children's House<br />
of Shady Oaks<br />
1410 Victor Ave. • (530) 222-0355<br />
shadyoaksmontessori.com<br />
DS Ages: 2 yrs-K • Times: M-F, 7:30am-<br />
5:30pm<br />
Education begins at birth, building skills that last<br />
a lifetime. Montessori helps children become<br />
life-long independent learners through purposeful<br />
play. We provide engaging hands-on activities<br />
that facilitate all aspects of development. Lic #<br />
455405949/451373317<br />
Redding Co-op Preschool<br />
658 Mary St. • (530) 241-4355<br />
reddingcooppreschool.org<br />
S Ages:2 yr.9 months- 5 yrs • Times: 2 days a<br />
week or 3 days a week, 9am-12pm<br />
Providing a unique learning environment as a<br />
parent-participation preschool with a teacher/<br />
director planned curriculum. Children experience<br />
learning through guided play. Activities include<br />
music and movement, arts and crafts, science<br />
and math, literature and language arts, as well as<br />
outdoor exploration. Lic# 455401222<br />
Secret Garden<br />
118 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 244-1891<br />
secretgardenredding.com<br />
DSM Ages: 2-K • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm<br />
We offer excellent pre-K phonics, Kindergarten<br />
Readiness with assessments. A full curriculum with<br />
cultural appreciation, farm animals, natural foods,<br />
plenty of time for reading books, empathy building,<br />
respect for others and a huge outdoor play area<br />
including a giant sandbox. Lic# 455405638<br />
Shasta County Office of Education<br />
<strong>State</strong> Preschools<br />
Our <strong>State</strong> Preschool classrooms are certified high<br />
quality and offer young children an opportunity<br />
to learn the social, emotional, and academic skills<br />
necessary for success in kindergarten and beyond.<br />
Our inclusive and diverse environments encourage<br />
children to learn and grow through hands-on experiences.<br />
Preschool staff are qualified through California<br />
Teacher Credentialing and participate in ongoing<br />
professional development to ensure children receive<br />
the most up to date research-based programming.<br />
Tuition assistance is available for eligible families.<br />
Contact us for more information (530) 225-2999.<br />
Trinity Lutheran Early<br />
Learning Center<br />
2440 Hilltop Dr. • (530) 221-6686<br />
DSM Ages: 2yrs-Pre-K<br />
Times: M-F, 7:30am - 5:45pm<br />
We at Trinity Lutheran Early Learning Center<br />
strongly believe that nothing is more important<br />
in the life of a young child than a thorough and<br />
meaningful Christian education, an education<br />
that teaches the young person about the love of<br />
Christ, and how to share that love in all responsibilities<br />
and relationships. Lic# 451373105<br />
West Redding Preschool<br />
3490 Placer St. • (530) 243-2225<br />
westreddingpreschool.webs.com<br />
DSM Ages: 6 wks-12 yrs • Times: M-F,<br />
6:30am-6pm<br />
A private accredited academic learning environment.<br />
Our goal is to prepare each child today for the<br />
educational challenges that they may face tomorrow.<br />
Our curriculum focuses on developing each child’s<br />
academic growth & uniqueness. Lic# 455401406<br />
YMCA Collaborative Preschools<br />
YMCA Collaborative Preschools<br />
(530) 246-9622. sfymca.org.<br />
Manzanita, 1240 Manzanita Hills Ave.,<br />
Redding Lic. #455406288<br />
S Ages: 2-5<br />
<strong>North</strong> Cottonwood, 19920 Gas Point Rd.,<br />
Cottonwood Lic. #455406760<br />
S Ages: 3-5<br />
Offered in partnership with local schools.<br />
Providing safe learning environments designed to<br />
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for parents By Jill Morgenstern<br />
STIR<br />
it<br />
UP!<br />
EIGHT BENEFITS<br />
TO COOKING<br />
WITH CHILDREN<br />
Spills and drizzles, eggshells in the batter, pie<br />
crusts with lumps, flour all over the counter,<br />
salt not thoroughly mixed—too much<br />
“help” from children in the kitchen can be frustrating,<br />
to say the least! The disadvantages of letting kids help<br />
in the kitchen are many. Particularly during the school<br />
year, parents are often under a time crunch to get dinner<br />
on the table before homework and bedtime.<br />
But slowing down and letting kids help in the kitchen<br />
is well worth the time. Chef Monica Tapia teaches<br />
cooking at Sur La Table. She sees children learning not<br />
only academic skills from cooking but also social skills.<br />
“Cooking is an outlet for stress, anger, embarrassment,<br />
joy and happiness,” according to Chef Monica.<br />
Here are eight ways letting children help in the<br />
kitchen will teach important skills.<br />
A More Experienced Palate<br />
Children are often more willing to try food<br />
they’ve prepared themselves. And while a picky eater<br />
will probably stay picky no matter how much he or<br />
she helps in the kitchen, children naturally want to<br />
sample the fruits of their labor. Even a taste of an ingredient<br />
here or there may help children expand their<br />
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Stir It Up! Eight Benefits to Cooking with Children<br />
Math Skills<br />
Children gain a concrete understanding of math skills as they cook. Even<br />
the youngest child can see that a half teaspoon is less than a full teaspoon<br />
and that a quarter teaspoon is even smaller. Pointing these measurements<br />
out to children will help them focus on the math involved. A child who has<br />
cooked will have this experience to draw from when fractions are introduced<br />
later in life. Similarly, doubling or halving a recipe gives children real-world<br />
skills to help them along when they later see these same concepts presented<br />
in math class.<br />
Increased Motor Control<br />
Cracking an egg requires a dexterity that takes some practice! While it<br />
may be a messy business, fine motor skills are developing as children cook.<br />
Even the act of stirring exercises gross motor skills. And don’t worry; eventually<br />
those ingredients will stay in the bowl!<br />
Increased Vocabulary<br />
Even adults learn new words when they cook! For children, a recipe is<br />
full of new concepts and words that help increase vocabulary, which plays a<br />
key role in learning to read and is critical to reading comprehension.<br />
Following Directions<br />
By following a recipe, a<br />
child can not only practice<br />
following instructions but<br />
can internalize the benefits<br />
of being able to follow multiple<br />
steps. The ability to follow<br />
instructions can be beneficial<br />
across multiple environments,<br />
whether it’s in the classroom<br />
or playing at a friend’s house.<br />
Science<br />
What is cooking, if not<br />
one big science experiment?<br />
Younger children will marvel<br />
at how cookies rise or how batter turns into cake. Older children may want to<br />
know the difference between baking soda and baking powder. <strong>Parent</strong>s can<br />
help children explore science concepts by pointing out what ingredients are<br />
called for or asking children to predict what will happen while cooking.<br />
Nutrition<br />
Cooking offers the perfect opportunity to talk about nutrition. Topics<br />
such as whole grains and nutrients and the importance of feeding our bodies<br />
arise naturally during conversations while cooking.<br />
Planning<br />
Choosing a recipe, searching the pantry for ingredients and shopping<br />
for additional ingredients are all part and parcel of cooking. These activities<br />
teach children the benefits of planning, an important tool for success.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong>s may not have time to let kids help with every meal, but the<br />
benefits of letting them help now and then far outweigh the small—and<br />
large—messes they make when they give cooking a try! Ó<br />
{<br />
UNIQUELY US<br />
REFLECTIONS OF A SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT<br />
BY JENNIFER ARNOLD<br />
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to address special needs issues and<br />
concerns and to celebrate life. If you<br />
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would like to read about, please write<br />
to pn@northstateparent.com (please<br />
include UU in the subject line).<br />
Giving Thanks With and<br />
Without a Food Focus<br />
Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays. I remember<br />
my mother bustling around our cozy kitchen, cooking everything<br />
from scratch, and somehow managing to have it ready all at<br />
the same time. It was a day with lots of family, lots of fun and, of course, lots of<br />
food!<br />
I envisioned the same type of holiday experience once I had kids of my<br />
own, but then life threw us a beautiful curveball in the form of a child who cannot<br />
eat most types of food. Although Thanksgiving is still one of my favorite<br />
holidays, it looks very different now.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong>ing a child with a feeding tube requires a lot of life adjustments. Today,<br />
Lilly is able to take some soft food orally, but back in the early days of tube<br />
feeding, the biggest holiday hurdle for us was eating at someone else’s house.<br />
It can be a bit of a production to set up for a feeding, even in familiar surroundings,<br />
and it’s hard not to feel like a spectacle. It can also be a bit messy at times;<br />
although we are used to dealing with it, we never wanted any “accidents” to<br />
happen in someone else’s home!<br />
For us, one of the best aspects of Thanksgiving is having everyone sit down<br />
together for the big meal, and we have always had Lilly sit with us whether she<br />
is eating or not. This arrangement may not work for some families, and that is<br />
ok! If your child or a loved one with a feeding tube is not comfortable sitting<br />
at the table, you can always designate a sibling or relative to play with them<br />
during the meal. Younger children may even want to take a nap while everyone<br />
else eats.<br />
Many have asked us how we manage the food-oriented holidays with a<br />
child that can barely eat. The best answers I have are to plan and to know your<br />
limits. Most of the time family and friends will be very accommodating to your<br />
child’s needs. If you find that the opposite is true, it’s okay to decline invitations<br />
or arrange a visit for another time. Food is just one of many possible ways<br />
to celebrate; it is not the only way to make treasured memories. Ó<br />
{<br />
Jill Morgenstern is a teacher with a Master's in teaching reading. She<br />
both loves and loathes to cook with her four children.<br />
Shasta County author Jennifer Arnold is the mom of four, two of whom have<br />
been diagnosed with multiple special needs. She hopes to raise awareness of<br />
many issues that parents of special needs children face on a regular basis.<br />
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this is tehama By Kate Hiller<br />
THIS IS TEHAMA<br />
The ancient word “Tehama” once meant a place where rivers could be crossed.<br />
With our county’s rich currents of history, happenings and hope, this is our<br />
crossing place today — where we meet to celebrate our beautiful Tehama County.<br />
Be Intentional<br />
About Tradition<br />
As the daughter of a fourth-generation Modoc<br />
County cattle rancher, it was effortless<br />
to immerse myself in Tehama County<br />
and its western traditions when I married into a<br />
Flournoy ranching family. My dad, Pete Weber, was<br />
a best friend to Tehama County rancher, Jim Owens.<br />
He was there the day Jim died with his boots on—on<br />
horseback and shipping cattle. Jim’s concern would<br />
have been whether the truckers arrived on time to<br />
get those cattle moving down the road. Shipping cattle<br />
was a time-honored Owens family tradition.<br />
For me, nothing is quite like the early morning<br />
smells, sights and sounds of feeding cattle. Waking<br />
in the cold and dark rural Alturas winter mornings<br />
wasn’t always so enticing, but when I look back now,<br />
there are few places I would rather be than beside<br />
my dad in that old pickup, waiting for both the sun<br />
and the truck’s heater to wake up as well.<br />
What is it about a tradition that evokes so much<br />
emotion? Woody Allen seems to have grasped it,<br />
“Tradition is the illusion of permanence.” In an ever-changing<br />
world, we long for a sense of permanence,<br />
and tradition feels permanent when life feels<br />
like it's moving beneath our feet.<br />
Togetherness and intentionality are building<br />
blocks of tradition. Whether it is a daily chore, or a<br />
task done once-a-year, tradition can bring comfort to<br />
your children. Screen time usually does not involve<br />
the five senses, but the traditions in your family<br />
probably do, making them unforgettable.<br />
Here are a few traditions celebrated by some of<br />
our local families. They might give you an idea for a<br />
few of your own.<br />
Blogger Kristy McCammon has a red dinner plate<br />
emblazoned with the words, “you are special today.”<br />
If a family member has a birthday, test-taking day,<br />
a hard day or has done something selfless that day,<br />
Kristy places this plate at their spot at the table. Kristy<br />
gets to be pleasantly surprised when her children carry<br />
on the tradition and present her with the plate!<br />
Red Bluff’s Debbie Deem has a tradition of celebrating<br />
St. Nicholas Day, December 6! On that day,<br />
her family discusses how Nicholas, the bishop of<br />
Myra, helped people in need and this led to the story<br />
of Santa Claus. The Deems have a fun, festive meal<br />
and then go out and shop for someone in need. Next,<br />
they come home and open stockings. Debbie says,<br />
“celebrating this tradition in early December leaves<br />
Christmas Day to be all about Jesus.”<br />
The Kitchels, owners of Lassen Landscapes and<br />
Kitchel Family Organics in Los Molinos, have taken<br />
time on Sundays, since their children were babies, to<br />
go for a local hike. Afterward, they have brunch, talk<br />
and play cards. Lana says, “we are exceptionally busy,<br />
but want to prioritize special time with each other.”<br />
Kathy Brandt, owner of Julia’s Fruit Stand in<br />
Dairyville, remembers “back in the 1970s, we would<br />
take a bob-tailed truck, put plywood sides on it, fill<br />
it with straw and have six or seven families ride in<br />
it singing Christmas carols to the different sets of<br />
grandparents from Dairyville to Red Bluff. We would<br />
be all snuggled up riding down 99E in the back of<br />
this truck!”<br />
There’s the Murrays with their Saturday sourdough<br />
waffles, my sister-in-law doing puzzles with<br />
family on rainy days, NSP editor Deb Peel letting her<br />
kids bang pots and pans in the winter night to ring in<br />
the New Year, Margie in Paskenta hiding hundreds<br />
of eggs on her ranch each Easter for<br />
whoever wants to come.<br />
Traditions become established<br />
when you intentionally slow the everyday<br />
busyness to pay attention to your<br />
family. Some of the best traditions are<br />
shared with grandparents. Large or<br />
small, be encouraged that even when<br />
done sporadically, a child will say,<br />
“Remember how we always…”. In their<br />
hearts, they found “permanence.”<br />
When my dad took me along in the<br />
feed truck, he was showing me I was<br />
special. Creating tradition with the<br />
people in your life will tell them, “you<br />
are special.” Ó<br />
Kate Hiller enjoyed writing<br />
her Old West, historical<br />
fiction, set in <strong>North</strong>ern<br />
California. A writing “nerd,”<br />
she listens for odd facts, like<br />
who are the shirttail cousins—<br />
the Flournoys in Modoc County<br />
or the Flournoys in Tehama County?<br />
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for community By Lisa Vegvary<br />
Ella and Sadie Rioux-Coner are<br />
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Integrating<br />
Grandparents<br />
into Our<br />
Modern Families<br />
In our contemporary world filled with technology and fast-moving<br />
parts and pieces, it can be easy to assume that modern human beings<br />
are rewriting the rules. We perceive fundamental changes in all aspects<br />
of our lives; from traditional roles to the more flexible positions found in<br />
the workplace and the community, and even in our families.<br />
Many of us are creating our families with conscious intent and design.<br />
People are living longer, bearing children later in life, divorcing and remarrying,<br />
adopting and fostering. Adult children are moving home or not leaving home,<br />
and our aging parents are moving out of their homes and into our homes or<br />
ADUs (accessory dwelling unit) on our property. Women are working outside<br />
of the home in fulltime careers, and men are staying home as domestic caregivers.<br />
Companies are beginning to offer longer maternity and paternity leave;<br />
some companies have on-site daycare. Couples are running businesses out of<br />
home offices. The variations are seemingly endless, and with each variation,<br />
the responsibilities become more interchangeable.<br />
Family roles are typically traditionally defined but have always been<br />
somewhat malleable and today nowhere more so than the role of a grandparent.<br />
Like several “traditional” familial roles, grandparent is one of the<br />
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Integrating Grandparents into Our Modern Families<br />
I remember when I was in my 20s, a young mother, with a toddler and expecting<br />
my second; it was at a La Leche League meeting that I first began to revisit my<br />
idea of grandparenting. We had a new member in attendance with two little ones<br />
and pregnant with her third. And she was in her early 40s. In discussing choosing to<br />
have children after 40, she said the most obvious thing that I had never thought of<br />
before. Simply that if her children made the same decision she had – to wait to start<br />
their families until they were in their 40s, she would not be able to be the grandma<br />
she had envisioned being. If the culture begins to move into that direction, we will<br />
effectively erase the role of grandparent.<br />
I grew up with the lucky experience of knowing both sets of my grandparents.<br />
Sadly and unexpectedly, my maternal grandmother died when I was 6 years old, my<br />
maternal grandfather when I was 14. My paternal grandparents became great-grandparents,<br />
passing away when I was an adult. Grandparents were a respected, important<br />
part of my childhood and integral to my interpretation of what family means.<br />
My husband did not have the same relationship with his grandparents and grew up<br />
considering the role differently.<br />
My father grew up in a multi-generational house. His mother’s parents lived<br />
downstairs, and they had the bulk of the parenting duties while his parents worked<br />
out of the home full-time. My mother lived in a multi-generational apartment building<br />
with a stay-at-home mother. This type of family arrangement was common in the<br />
early and mid-20th Century and in many ways is returning as common once more.<br />
In my own family today, we represent the modern construct that seems to define<br />
so many families in the 21st Century. My siblings and I are close in age, six years<br />
apart. I have an adult child living at home and an adult child with no overt desire to<br />
begin her own family any time soon, my youngest sister has two pre-teen children,<br />
and my middle sister has just left her career to become the full-time caregiver of one<br />
of her grandchildren. Additionally, our father died two years ago, and we are now in<br />
the position of caregiving our mother, who will turn 80 next year.<br />
My middle sister has put family first in her life. She has relocated to be closer to<br />
her daughter, taking on the caregiver role for her daughter and son-in-law’s child.<br />
This coming winter, when her son-in-law deploys, she is going to move her daughter<br />
and grandson into her home until he returns. My niece is working long hours as<br />
an OB/GYN resident, and my sister will be parenting and grandparenting under the<br />
same roof. Her son lives three states away, and she realizes that she won’t have the<br />
same grandparenting relationship with his child, but every Sunday “Gammy” and<br />
“Gampy” FaceTime with him, waving into the smartphone camera. They are doing<br />
their part to ensure that their long-distance relationship is thriving.<br />
The rest of the week, she imparts domestic joys with her grandchild, the way<br />
she parented as the mother of his mother. She is teaching things that most daycares<br />
cannot – how to bake cookies, vacuum, shop for groceries.<br />
My youngest sister is mothering young children at mid-life. She is experiencing a different<br />
relationship with our mother in her role as grandmother. My children had both<br />
of my parents to grandparent them, and they were 20 years younger. Their role then<br />
was companion and cuddler. My mother has noted other grandparents taking part<br />
in her granddaughters' elementary school, volunteering in the classroom, and even<br />
carpooling. “How many of them are 80 years old,” she wonders.<br />
My grandmothers taught us how to play rummy and Yahtzee, how to look for<br />
four-leaf clovers. Through the virtue of their presence, my grandparents instilled in<br />
us the importance of a multi-generational family. Grandparents also teach us, adults<br />
and children both, about growing older, about how we age. They teach through their<br />
living what dying means. Even with this kind of timekeeping, our grandparents can<br />
slow time down, help us celebrate and enjoy unmeasured hours and days.<br />
Living multi-generationally is a choice; your family can evolve and embrace and<br />
integrate the generations in ways that are important to you. Grandparents can be a<br />
vital part of our understanding of what it is to be a human being, today, yesterday<br />
and tomorrow. Grandparents are how generations touch both the past and the future<br />
in the present. Ó<br />
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There is a new place in Redding for parents & kiddos to<br />
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Challenge yourself to add more steps into your day & complete 10 walks with the Healthy<br />
Shasta Walks Passport. Develop healthy habits & earn prizes at the same time! See Month-Long<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
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Opening Day & Siskiyou Ice Rink Opening Day! See the 7th for Paradise<br />
Ice Rink in Butte County & the 23rd for Siskiyou Ice Rink in Siskiyou County.<br />
(Multi-County) Photo by Laura Bradley.<br />
Special Holiday Events & Activities<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
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ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS<br />
3rd Story: Prints With Prose; Chico. In collaboration<br />
with English professor Rob Davidson, creative<br />
writing students study prints from the Turner<br />
Collection as inspiration for flash fiction. All ages.<br />
Mon-Sat, 12-4pm; thru 12/14. Free. The Turner<br />
(ARTS 123), 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-4476.<br />
Albatross: Life On the Wind & Sea Exhibit;<br />
Chico. Enjoy Gateway Science Museum’s new<br />
albatross art exhibit. Learn more about the large<br />
oceanic bird thru art. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-5pm.<br />
Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 &<br />
under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade.<br />
(530)898-4121.<br />
Art Exhibit; Dunsmuir. Siskiyou County artists<br />
Cathy Valentine & Eloise Larson collaborate on<br />
an exhibit consisting of 8”X8” works in various<br />
mediums depicting the essence of subtle<br />
communications between the artist & the surface<br />
of a work. All ages. Wed-Sat, 12-4pm; thru 12/28.<br />
Free. Siskiyou Arts Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave.<br />
(530)235-4711.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. Group/field trip visits by<br />
reservation. Free, but donations appreciated. Chico<br />
Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530)345-6468.<br />
Chico Children’s Museum. Experience the new<br />
wonderland in many different play exhibits with<br />
your child. Bond in a playful environment with the<br />
entire family. All ages. Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm & Sun,<br />
12-5pm. $7-$9/person; ages 0-23mo free. 325<br />
Main St. (530)809-1492.<br />
Chico Creek Nature Center. Experience nature<br />
indoors at this delightful, small, child-friendly location.<br />
Geared towards nature, animals & science.<br />
Meet a variety of reptiles, a western screech owl &<br />
Please say you saw it in <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine. This helps us grow!<br />
a red-tailed hawk. Includes a playroom for young<br />
children. Also offers seasonal children’s nature<br />
camps. Wed-Sat, 11am-3pm. Closed some holidays;<br />
call ahead. 1968 E 8th St. in lower Bidwell<br />
Park (530)891-4671.<br />
Chico Through Time Exhibition. Explore Chico’s<br />
history in different themes. Housed in the historic<br />
Andrew Carnegie Library. Families enjoy the<br />
changing exhibits & the knowledge that comes<br />
with each visit. Th-Sun, 11am-4pm. $3-$5. Chico<br />
History Museum, 141 Salem St. (530)891-4336.<br />
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Exhibition;<br />
Redding. What makes us, us? This high-tech &<br />
high-intensity exhibition helps you discover what<br />
genomic science can tell you about disease, where<br />
we fit into the natural world & even how humans<br />
populated the planet. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr.<br />
(530) 243-8850.<br />
Monca: The Museum Of <strong>North</strong>ern California Art;<br />
Chico. Ongoing exhibitions with Nights of Art Making<br />
& panel discussions. For children: Outings with<br />
artists, field trips to the museum & educational<br />
outreach in the classroom. For families: films, live<br />
music & more. Guided tours avail. Th–Sun, 11am-<br />
5pm. $5; students & children free. 900 Esplanade.<br />
(530)487-7272.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. Donations appreciated. 1 N. Old Stage Rd.<br />
(530)926-5508.<br />
Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion Exhibition; Redding.<br />
Experience what it’s like to be an archaeologist,<br />
biologist or astromathematician as you explore the<br />
world of the ancient Maya & uncover clues that will<br />
lead you to a long-lost & priceless medallion. Delve<br />
into science, language, history & mathematics in this<br />
hands-on, immersive treasure hunt of an exhibition.<br />
All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm;<br />
thru Jan 2020. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park,<br />
844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530) 243-8850.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy<br />
feeding & petting the tortoise & lizards that roam<br />
the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. $3-$4.<br />
Redding Reptiles, 991 Lake Blvd. (530)338-2445.<br />
MONTH-LONG & SPECIAL<br />
HAPPENINGS<br />
Aquatic Adventures; Redding. Learn about water<br />
ecosystems & the importance of the Sacramento<br />
River thru a variety of fun interpretive programs<br />
like fish & beaver feedings, turtle talks & training<br />
sessions. Wed-Sun, 2:30pm; thru April 2020. Free<br />
for members or with park admission, $12.50-<br />
$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial<br />
Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Azad’s Martial Arts Online Special; Chico. Kids<br />
learn important life skills like leadership, goal setting,<br />
self-control & self-defense skills while getting<br />
a good workout. Check out the online special — 8<br />
lessons including 2 private lessons. Ages 3 & up.<br />
Mon-Fri, 3-7pm. $95. Azad’s Martial Arts Center,<br />
313 Walnut St., Ste. 150. (530)892-2923.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Support this wildlife<br />
foundation which provides rehabilitation & longterm<br />
care for exotic & native species, educational<br />
programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun,<br />
9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages 2 & under free. 4995<br />
Durham-Pentz Rd. (530)533-1000.<br />
Basecamp Boulders Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta.<br />
Climbing fun on multiple routes in a bouldering<br />
room featuring about 600 sq. ft. of climbing<br />
surface. All ages welcome; 14 & under with parent<br />
supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-5pm. $5/day pass,<br />
$40/monthly pass; shoe rental $4. Shasta Base<br />
Camp, 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359.<br />
Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School<br />
Program; Mt. Shasta. Offers a safe place for youth<br />
to learn, play & grow after school with professionally-trained<br />
staff & world-class programs that help<br />
children build the skills & confidence needed to<br />
reach great futures. For grades 2-8. Mon-Fri, 2:30-<br />
6:30pm; thru June 2020. $20/school-year. Sisson<br />
School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-7623.<br />
Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding.<br />
Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited<br />
bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Daily,<br />
6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane up to 5 people, then $5/<br />
person up to 8 players, includes shoes; must<br />
pre-reg. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way.<br />
(530)244-5773.<br />
Healthy Shasta Walks Passport; Shasta County.<br />
The Healthy Shasta Walks Passport challenges<br />
people to find new places to walk & build more<br />
steps into their day. Complete at least 10 walks &<br />
earn a Shasta Places bandana. Win prizes. Passports<br />
can be found at Shasta County libraries. All<br />
ages. 10/1-11/30, anytime. Free. Walks Passport,<br />
Shasta County. (530)245-6457.<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a<br />
farm. Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing<br />
requires 2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/<br />
Tue/Th or Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. $15-<br />
$23 per box/gallon. Hillside Poms, 1271 Capay Rd.<br />
(530)228-3050.<br />
Ishi Archery Club; Red Bluff. Enjoy some screenfree<br />
family time out on the archery range. Call for<br />
details & waiver info. Ages 6 & up with parental<br />
supervision. Open daily, dawn to dusk. $5/daypass;<br />
$40/individual yearly pass; $45/family yearly<br />
pass. Hwy 36, 2.7 miles east of the junction.<br />
(530)347-5442.<br />
Music For The Masses; Yreka. Learn how to play<br />
a new instrument every day or get the practice<br />
you want/need. Choose from many different<br />
instruments. This class may also be funded by your<br />
child’s charter school. All ages. Tue-Sat, times vary.<br />
$35/lesson; must pre-reg. Shoppe Serendipity, 404<br />
S. Main St. (530)598-0075.<br />
Painting & Drawing Lessons; Chico. Artist &<br />
instructor Janet Lombardi Blixt invites children &<br />
adults to enjoy creative exploration with painting<br />
& drawing in a supportive & friendly instructional<br />
atmosphere. After-school & homeschool<br />
classes avail. Ages 7 & up. Tue-Th, 1-2:30pm. $35/<br />
weekly. Chico Art School & Gallery, 261 E. 3rd St.<br />
(530)570-3895.<br />
Parrot Playhouse; Redding. Walk thru an<br />
interactive aviary featuring beautiful Australian<br />
lorikeets; feed colorful birds from your hand. Wed-<br />
Fri, 9am-4pm or Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm. Closed<br />
11:45am-1pm daily. Free for members or with<br />
park admission, $12.50-$16.50. Nectar cups $1.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr.<br />
(530)243-8850.<br />
Paul Bunyan’s Forest Camp; Redding. Children<br />
can view animals & explore hands-on exhibits like<br />
the new Smokejumper exhibit, then stroll outside<br />
to enjoy the Parrot Playhouse & 2 exclusive playgrounds.<br />
Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat & Sun<br />
10am-4pm. Parrot Playhouse closed 11:45am-<br />
1pm daily. Included with paid park admission<br />
($12.50-16.50) & free for members. Turtle Bay<br />
Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-<br />
8850.<br />
Santa Photos & Visits At Chico Mall. Join<br />
Chico Mall to welcome Santa for the holiday<br />
season. Take photos with the jolly man himself.<br />
Find updates on Chico Mall’s Facebook page. All<br />
ages. 11/16-12/24. Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm; Sun,<br />
11am-6pm. Package prices vary. 1950 E. 20th St.<br />
Ste. 727. (530)570-5509.<br />
Tween & Teen Y Club Enrichment Program;<br />
Redding. Offers food, fun, facilitated activities,<br />
homework help, a computer lab, fitness (including<br />
swimming, basketball & other court sports),<br />
a chance to socialize, leadership development,<br />
mentors & more. Ages 12-18. M-F, 2-6pm; must<br />
pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Young Musicians Program; Yreka. Learn how<br />
to play a new instrument every day or get the<br />
practice you want/need. This class is grant funded;<br />
limited space avail. Ages 7-19. Tue-Sat, times vary.<br />
$10/lesson; must pre-reg. Shoppe Serendipity, 404<br />
S. Main St. (530)598-0075.<br />
PROGRAM REGISTRATION<br />
34th Annual Turkey Trot Packet Pick-up;<br />
Redding. Shasta Regional medical center<br />
foundation presents a fun way to help out the<br />
community & bond with family on Thanksgiving<br />
morning. Sign up for the 6K run or 2K family fun<br />
run/walk by 11/27. All ages. $20. Diestelhorst<br />
Landing, Benton St. (530)244-5400.<br />
Fall Adventures; Redding. Have any<br />
exciting plans for Fall Break? Add to your<br />
holiday fun with this exciting day camp program.<br />
Be sure to bring a snack & lunch with you each<br />
day. Ages 6-11. 11/25-27, 7:30am-5:30pm. $90;<br />
must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56<br />
Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.<br />
Feather River Recreation & Park Fall<br />
Camp; Oroville. Camper’s enjoy enriched<br />
activities, organized games & outside/indoor<br />
play. Ages 5-12. 11/25-27, 7am-6pm. $28/day;<br />
pre-reg avail. Nelson Avenue School, 2255 6th St.<br />
(530)533-2011.<br />
Pokémon Youngsters Camp; Anderson.<br />
Build a deck & learn to play the Pokémon<br />
trading card game this fall at this 3-day camp.<br />
Space is limited. Ages 8 & up. 11/25-27, 9am-<br />
12:30pm. $65; must pre-reg by 11/20. Average<br />
Ape Comics & Games, 2325 Balls Ferry Rd.<br />
(530)440-9592.<br />
Scott Valley Schools’ Turkey Trot<br />
Registration; Fort Jones. This fun 15th<br />
annual tradition raises funds for 2 elementary<br />
schools. Offers snacks & ribbons for all children.<br />
Packet pick-up for the 5K walk/run or more serious<br />
“Stuffing Strut” 10K on 11/22 from 1-5pm at Fort<br />
Jones elementary. Run takes place on 11/28. All<br />
ages. Pre-reg at active.com. (530)925-0035.<br />
YMCA Fall Holiday Camps; Shasta County.<br />
Enjoy your school break participating in<br />
fun activities with friends at YMCA day camps for<br />
grades K-8. Camps held at Boulder Creek school.<br />
11/25-27, 7am-6pm. Pre-reg by 11/22. Find more<br />
info online or call Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
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Azad’s Martial Arts Online Special; Chico. Kids<br />
learn important life skills like leadership, goal setting,<br />
self-control & self-defense skills while getting<br />
a good workout. Check out the online special — 8<br />
lessons including 2 private lessons. Ages 3 & up.<br />
Mon-Fri, 3-7pm. $95. Azad’s Martial Arts Center,<br />
313 Walnut St., Ste. 150. (530)892-2923.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
$6-$20; ages 2 & under free. Barry R. Kirschner<br />
Wildlife Sanctuary, 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd.<br />
(530)533-1000.<br />
Billboard Top 40 Skate Night; Chico. Open to everyone.<br />
Bring your friends & have fun roller skating<br />
to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All<br />
ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8-$9 per session, skate<br />
rental $2.50-$3.50. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. Free; donations appreciated.<br />
Chico Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530)345-6468.<br />
Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym<br />
is open for play for ages walking-5yrs with an<br />
adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fri, 10am-<br />
12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1; cash or<br />
check only. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr.<br />
(530)893-4967.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. Free with museum<br />
admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. 625<br />
Esplanade. (530)898-4121.<br />
Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization<br />
program for teens with autism & other developmental<br />
disabilities. Teens build self-esteem,<br />
make friends & learn to become self-advocates.<br />
Ages 13-17. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Little Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd.<br />
#150. (530)897-0900.<br />
Guild Of Games; Chico. A tabletop gaming<br />
program. All ages. Fri, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great<br />
herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds,<br />
carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
appts Mon-Sat avail. Free. California Therapy<br />
Horses Ranch, 43 Canyon Dr. (530)321-9164.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Play Date; Chico. Bring your friends & make<br />
some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am-12pm. Free.<br />
Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave.<br />
(530)345-1617.<br />
Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young<br />
children learn sign language & socialize during a<br />
circle time that includes a welcome song, reading<br />
books, singing songs, art activities, parachute<br />
play & more. Ages 5 & under. Fri, 11am. $8/class.<br />
Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave., Ste.<br />
140. (530)343-3101.<br />
Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting<br />
fun for ages 5 & under. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley<br />
Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black light bowling with<br />
music. Fri, 10pm-1am. $13.94/person, includes<br />
shoes; or $6.49/game + $4.74/shoe rental. Orchard<br />
Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257.<br />
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SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Relationships; Redding. Did you know<br />
that animals also have family trees that can be<br />
followed thru taxonomy? Come to this engaging<br />
program & learn how some of Turtle Bay’s animals<br />
relate to each other or even to the animals in your<br />
home. All ages. Fri, 2-2:15pm; thru 12/27. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
$60/year membership, practice Wed ($5) races Fri<br />
($12) & Sun ($7). Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam<br />
Blvd. (530)949-9247.<br />
Buti Yoga; Redding. Experience a dynamic combination<br />
of tribal dance, plyometrics & a unique<br />
core spiraling technique. All of this combines to<br />
create an amazing yoga practice to sculpt your<br />
core & challenge you. Ages 12 & up. Fri, 9am. $12<br />
(Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Dale Maynor Fitness Training; Redding. This fun<br />
& motivating 30-min workout led by a professional<br />
fitness & weight loss specialist aims to tone<br />
your body & obliterate fat. Ages 18 & up. M/W/F,<br />
times vary; thru 11/29. $30/month; $4/drop-in;<br />
must pre-reg. Caldwell Park, 56 Quartz Hill Rd.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
Fall In Love Friday Workshop; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
way to connect with family & friends at this DIY<br />
workshop. Select a wood project from the gallery<br />
with step-by-step instructions provided & create<br />
your own unique wood sign. Ages 21 & up. 6-9pm.<br />
$68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush Redding, 1419A<br />
Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the<br />
whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. Enjoy<br />
conditioning & strengthening activities; learn kicks<br />
& punches with punching bags. Ages 5 & up.<br />
4-5pm. $25/class/per family (Y members free).<br />
Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-<br />
9622.<br />
Friday Toddler Time; Redding. A fun way to let<br />
your little ones get their wiggles out. The park<br />
opens before normal business hours for little ones<br />
to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am<br />
& 10-11am. $7/jumper, parent free (reusable jump<br />
socks required, $3). Rare Aire Trampoline Park,<br />
3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206.<br />
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Exhibition;<br />
Redding. What makes us, us? This high-tech &<br />
high-intensity exhibition helps you discover what<br />
genomic science can tell you about disease, where<br />
we fit into the natural world & even how humans<br />
populated the planet. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr.<br />
(530) 243-8850.<br />
Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion Exhibition;<br />
Redding. Delve into science, language, history &<br />
mathematics in this hands-on, immersive treasure<br />
hunt of an exhibition. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr.<br />
(530) 243-8850.<br />
Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing<br />
on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime<br />
welcomes children of all ages. Fri,10:30am.<br />
Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave.<br />
(530)245-7250.<br />
Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly<br />
playdate for children & parents. Find park updates<br />
on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook<br />
page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy<br />
feeding & petting the tortoise & lizards that roam<br />
the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. $3-$4.<br />
Redding Reptiles, 991 Lake Blvd. (530)338-2445.<br />
Roam Story Hour; Redding. Enjoy good books,<br />
the perfect storyteller & puppets. Ages 8 & under.<br />
Fri, 9am. Free with entry fee; $8/child; +$5/add’l<br />
child. Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop Dr., Ste. A.<br />
(530)215-1123.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding.<br />
Enjoy an unlimited night of bowling, a laser light<br />
show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15<br />
(includes shoe rental). 11093 Black Marble Way.<br />
(530)244-5773.<br />
Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does<br />
your child love Legos? This group is a great way<br />
for kids to get together with other kids with diverse<br />
abilities who share that affection. Ages 5-12. Fri,<br />
3:30-4:30pm; thru 12/21. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek<br />
Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive<br />
swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages<br />
5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month;<br />
Saturday Activities at Gateway Science Museum in Chico are sure to engage your little one! With different activities<br />
each week, we know you are sure to channel your inner scientist one way or another. See the 2nd. (Butte County)<br />
try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
United Methodist Women’s Thrift Shop;<br />
Redding. Find gently used clothing for the whole<br />
family & more. All ages. 1st Fri & Sat. 9am-3pm<br />
(Fri); 9-11am (Sat); thru 12/7. Free to browse. First<br />
United Methodist Church, East St. (530)355-9470.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. Shasta Base<br />
Camp, 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. Donations appreciated. 1 N. Old Stage Rd.<br />
(530)926-5508.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
17th Annual Art Walk; Red Bluff. The Historic<br />
Downtown Red Bluff Art Walk is held in conjunction<br />
with the Downtown Red Bluff Business Association’s<br />
Holiday Open House. Enjoy works by local<br />
artists, music, snacks, wine & beer on Fri & children’s<br />
activities on Sat. All ages. 11/1 & 2. 5-9pm<br />
(Fri); 10am-3pm (Sun). Free. Historic Downtown<br />
Red Bluff. (530)200-1599.<br />
2|SATURDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
3rd Story: Prints With Prose; Chico. In collaboration<br />
with English professor Rob Davidson, creative<br />
writing students study prints from the Turner<br />
Collection as inspiration for flash fiction. All ages.<br />
Mon-Sat, 12-4pm; thru 12/14. Free. The Turner<br />
(ARTS 123), 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-4476.<br />
15th Annual Farm City Celebration<br />
Harvest Festival; Chico. Enjoy kids’ arts &<br />
crafts, interactive animal displays, butter churning,<br />
antique & modern farm equipment, food booths,<br />
nutrition education, bee demos, tours of the historic<br />
Bidwell Mansion, a plant sale, horse-drawn<br />
carriage rides, food & more. All ages. 10am-<br />
12pm. Free. Bidwell Mansion, 525 Esplanade.<br />
(530)518-9914.<br />
Holiday<br />
Artisan Faire<br />
December 7 & 8,<br />
10am - 4pm<br />
Gingerbread<br />
House Workshop<br />
December 14, 10am - 12noon<br />
Limited space, prepaid reservations required.<br />
Holiday Tea<br />
& Fashion Show<br />
December 21, 2pm - 4pm<br />
Gift Shop open Saturdays & Sundays 11-3 thru December 21st<br />
10381 Midway, Between Chico & Durham • Call 530-342-4359 or PatrickRanchMuseum.org<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational<br />
Center; Oroville. Enjoy a weekend visit<br />
to support this wildlife foundation, which provides<br />
rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native<br />
species, educational programs, guided tours &<br />
more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages<br />
2 & under free. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary,<br />
4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (530)533-1000.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. Free; donations appreciated.<br />
Chico Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530)345-6468.<br />
Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program<br />
features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai (“paper-theatre”)<br />
& Japanese songs & crafts. 1st Sat,<br />
1pm. All ages. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr.<br />
Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a<br />
docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville.<br />
Each week features a different easy/moderate<br />
3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am<br />
sharp, call to confirm. Lake Oroville Visitors Center,<br />
917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.<br />
Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join<br />
Roller-Roo in a session. Ages 10 & under;<br />
little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-<br />
12:30pm. $7/child, includes quad skate rental;<br />
parents skate free. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Saturday Activities; Chico. Enjoy Saturdays at<br />
Gateway Science Museum for fun & worthwhile<br />
activities that have to do with various different &<br />
interesting subjects each week. All ages. 12-2pm.<br />
Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 &<br />
under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade<br />
Ave. (530)898-4121.<br />
Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276.<br />
Saturday Storytime; Chico. Children of all ages<br />
will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free.<br />
Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy.<br />
(530)894-1494.<br />
Science Rocks Gala For Gateway Science Museum;<br />
Chico. Support this Gateway Science Museum<br />
with an evening to expand your mind with<br />
interactive stations, a stellar dinner & exclusive<br />
live & silent auctions. For adults. 6-10pm. $135/<br />
person. CSU Chico - Bell Memorial Union, 500 W.<br />
2nd St. (530)898-4121.<br />
Symphonic Winds Ensemble: Classically<br />
Bands; Chico. The voice of the band has changed<br />
over the years since Holst composed his First Suite<br />
for Band in 1909. Hear the changes that have<br />
occurred since the first performance. All ages.<br />
7:30pm. $6-$18. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W.<br />
1st St. (530)898-5152.<br />
Toastmasters Gavel Club Meeting; Chico. An<br />
affiliate of Toastmasters International, Gavel Club<br />
gives kids the same experience as a regular<br />
Toastmasters Club. The program helps children be<br />
assertive & find joy in speaking & active listening.<br />
Ages 18 & under. 1st & 3rd Sat, 4:30-5:30pm; thru<br />
Dec <strong>2019</strong>. Free. Mountain Mike’s Pizza banquet<br />
room, 1105 W. 5th St. (530)228-6120.<br />
Weekend Childbirth Preparation; Chico. Trained<br />
nurse instructors help expectant parents prepare<br />
for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes<br />
personal choices including breathing & relaxation<br />
techniques & pain management options. 11/2 & 3:<br />
Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $175/couple. Enloe<br />
Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset<br />
Rd., Ste. 120. (530)332-3970.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black light bowling with<br />
music. Sat, 9pm-1am. $6.94/per person/game +<br />
$4.74/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade.<br />
(530)895-3257.<br />
Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo<br />
skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm.<br />
Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320<br />
Broadway. (530)893-0545.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
49th AAUW Home Tour & Art Show <strong>2019</strong>;<br />
Redding. Enjoy a tour of 3 incredible private homes<br />
— as well as a show of local artists’ work for sale,<br />
refreshments & raffle tickets. Proceeds from this<br />
annual event go to local scholarships & the AAUW<br />
Redding Branch American fellowship endowment.<br />
Ages 16 & up. 10am-3:30pm. $20/person. 21958<br />
Boyle Rd. (530)549-5375.<br />
Bill Engvall Comedy Show; Redding. Get ready<br />
for an evening of standout stand-up as this 6-year<br />
Blue Collar Comedy Tour veteran shares the<br />
hilarious tales about everyday situations that have<br />
made him one of the most popular comedians in<br />
the country. For adults. 6:30-9pm. $45+. Cascade<br />
Theatre, 1735 Market St. (530)243-8877.<br />
CASA Superhero Run; Redding. You can be a part<br />
of a league of superheroes. Raise awareness for<br />
local children needing a superhero in their lives &<br />
come out to run dressed as a superhero. Pancake<br />
breakfast included for each registered participant.<br />
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• Shasta College Courses, ROP<br />
• A-G Courses Available<br />
• Computer-Based Instruction & Tutorials<br />
• Vendor Course Electives Available<br />
All ages. 8:15am. $10-$25. Redding Civic Auditorium,<br />
700 Auditorium Dr. (530)247-3372.<br />
Charlie Rabbit & Friends; Redding. Have gardening<br />
fun & get your wiggles out in the gardens<br />
(or greenhouse in rain). Featuring gardening &<br />
nature activities. Meet at west entrance. All ages.<br />
10-11am. Free with park or garden admission<br />
($3/garden; $12.50-$16.50/park). McConnell<br />
Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1135 Arboretum<br />
Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Community Holiday Bazaar; Shasta Lake<br />
City. Join local nonprofit organizations that<br />
are presenting a cookie walk, candy shop, local<br />
crafts, handmade gifts, baked goods & food mixes.<br />
Enjoy lunch avail for purchase from 11am-1pm (or<br />
until they run out). All ages. 8am-2pm. Free. City<br />
of Shasta Lake Community Center, 4499 Main St.<br />
(530)275-1481.<br />
Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding.<br />
Enjoy an indoor market with locally grown<br />
goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking,<br />
Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm; thru<br />
12/28. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 <strong>State</strong> St.<br />
(530)941-2010.<br />
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Exhibition;<br />
Redding. What makes us, us? This high-tech &<br />
high-intensity exhibition helps you discover what<br />
genomic science can tell you about disease, where<br />
we fit into the natural world & even how humans<br />
populated the planet. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr.<br />
(530) 243-8850.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop<br />
Dr. (530)223-9514.<br />
• Digital Media Course<br />
• Robotics<br />
• LEGO ® Creative Design<br />
• Environmental Education<br />
• Turtle Bay Docent Program<br />
• A Personalized Learning K-12<br />
Charter School<br />
(530) 222-9275 • www.ourpca.org<br />
2195 Larkspur Ln., Ste. 100, Redding<br />
Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion Exhibition;<br />
Redding. Delve into science, language, history &<br />
mathematics in this hands-on, immersive treasure<br />
hunt of an exhibition. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr.<br />
(530) 243-8850.<br />
Pokémon League; Anderson. League events are a<br />
great way to learn game basics & get the feel for<br />
Pokémon competitive play. Using your own cards &<br />
Pokémon video games, you can play, trade & earn<br />
cool prizes. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 11/30.<br />
Free. Average Ape Comics & Games, 2325 Balls<br />
Ferry Rd. (530)440-9592.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy<br />
feeding & petting the tortoise & lizards that roam<br />
the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. $3-$4.<br />
Redding Reptiles, 991 Lake Blvd. (530)338-2445.<br />
Rising Stars; Redding. From tap to jazz, students<br />
will learn thru games, music & plenty of fun. Ages<br />
2-4 & 5-8. Sat, 9-9:50am & 10-10:50am; thru<br />
11/16. $35; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation<br />
Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night; Redding. Enjoy an unlimited<br />
night of bowling, a laser light show, music<br />
& fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15 includes shoe<br />
rental. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way.<br />
(530)244-5773.<br />
Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages<br />
5-14 practice & have fun using trampolines, foam<br />
pits, tumble tracks & more. Supervised free play.<br />
10:30am-12:30pm. $10/child (members $8).<br />
Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496.<br />
Saturday Storytime; Redding. Come enjoy storytime<br />
fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. Barnes &<br />
Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006.<br />
Saturday Toddler Time; Redding. A fun way to<br />
let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park<br />
opens before normal business hours for little ones<br />
to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am.<br />
$7/jumper, parent free (reusable jump socks<br />
required, $3). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old<br />
44 Dr. (530)221-1206.<br />
Skate & Dance Night; Redding. A time for tweens<br />
& young teens to roller skate & dance. Fun music,<br />
video arcade, well-supervised. <strong>Parent</strong>s can drop in<br />
(no charge). Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. $4.50/<br />
skate, $4.50/dance or $7/both, includes skates.<br />
Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-<br />
3900.<br />
Spice Up Your Satur-DIY Workshop; Redding.<br />
Enjoy a way to connect with family & friends at<br />
this DIY workshop. Select a wood project from the<br />
gallery with step-by-step instructions provided &<br />
create your own unique wood sign. Ages 21 & up.<br />
6-9pm. $68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush Creative<br />
Studio, 1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Survival! Indoor Animal Show; Redding. This<br />
30-min adventure will have you face to face with<br />
some of Turtle Bay’s favorite animals as they fly,<br />
crawl, or walk on by. All ages. Sat, 2-2:30pm; thru<br />
2/15. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence<br />
in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed<br />
to submerging in water, blowing bubbles,<br />
moving about comfortably, & learning how to have<br />
fun safely. Ages 12 & under. Mon, Wed & Th or<br />
Sat; times vary by level. $43-$52/session; must<br />
pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
United Methodist Women’s Thrift Shop;<br />
Redding. Find gently used clothing for the whole<br />
family & more. All ages. 1st Fri & Sat. 9am-3pm<br />
(Fri); 9-11am (Sat); thru 12/7. Free to browse. First<br />
United Methodist Church, East St. (530)355-9470.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary,<br />
5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn<br />
ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors.<br />
Focus is on the tricks & techniques for doing the<br />
moves the right way & looking good. All ages.<br />
Sat, 9:45-11:45am. $10/youth, $15/adult. Mt.<br />
Shasta City Park Dance Hall, 1350 Nixon Rd.<br />
(415)215-2652.<br />
Children’s Storytime; Weed. Ages 3 & under enjoy<br />
storytime at 10:30am & ages 4-7 enjoy storytime<br />
at 11am. Adult must accompany child. Ages 7 &<br />
under. Sat, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Weed Branch<br />
Library, 150 Alamo Ave. (530)938-4767.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. Shasta Base<br />
Camp, 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. Donations appreciated. 1 N. Old Stage Rd.<br />
(530)926-5508.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
17th Annual Art Walk; Red Bluff. The Historic<br />
Downtown Red Bluff Art Walk is held in conjunction<br />
with the Downtown Red Bluff Business<br />
Association’s Holiday Open House. Enjoy works by<br />
local artists, music, snacks & children’s activities.<br />
All ages. 10am-3pm. Free. Historic Downtown Red<br />
Bluff. (530)200-1599.<br />
Guided Bird Tour; Red Bluff. A bird lover’s dream.<br />
Take a guided tour through the fascinating world<br />
of the great outdoors. Bring binoculars, camera &<br />
weather-appropriate attire. All ages. 1st Sat, 8am.<br />
Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale<br />
Lane. (530)527-1196.<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a<br />
farm. Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing<br />
requires 2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/<br />
Tue/Th or Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. $15-<br />
$23 per box/gallon. Hillside Poms, 1271 Capay Rd.<br />
(530)228-3050.<br />
The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff.<br />
Year-round certified market features locally grown<br />
products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats,<br />
honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts.<br />
9am-12pm, rain or shine; year-round. 100 Main St.<br />
(530)527-6220.<br />
3|SUNDAY<br />
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational<br />
Center; Oroville. Enjoy a weekend visit<br />
to support this wildlife foundation, which provides<br />
rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native<br />
species, educational programs, guided tours &<br />
more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages<br />
2 & under free. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary,<br />
4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (530)533-1000.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. Free; donations appreciated.<br />
Chico Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530)345-6468.<br />
Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film suitable<br />
for all ages. Sun, 2pm. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. Free with museum<br />
admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. 625<br />
Esplanade. (530)898-4121.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of<br />
BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue<br />
(5:30-7pm, $5); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm;<br />
$10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather<br />
permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin<br />
Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269.<br />
Sundays At Two: Duo Seraphim; Chico. Sopranos<br />
Dara Scholz & Shauna Fallihee present an afternoon<br />
program of ethereal music featuring works<br />
by Pergolesi, Mozart, Delibes & others. All ages.<br />
2pm. Free. Zingg Recital Hall (ARTS), 400 W. 1st St.<br />
(530)898-5152.<br />
JACKSON COUNTY, OR<br />
First Sunday At ScienceWorks; Ashland, OR.<br />
Bring the family to learn & explore in a wonderful<br />
hands-on museum that’s home to more than 100<br />
varied exhibits. 11am-6pm. $3 admission today.<br />
ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E. Main<br />
St. (541)482-6767.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Parade; Redding. Take a stroll with Spike<br />
the porcupine, Sweet Pea the skunk & other Turtle<br />
Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the<br />
way thru the park; weather permitting. All ages.<br />
Sun, 2-2:15pm; thru 2/16. Free for members or<br />
with park admission, $12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay<br />
Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge<br />
Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Big Blue Blocks; Redding. Play, build & create<br />
with the big blue blocks. The big blue blocks are<br />
child-directed & open-ended; they encourage<br />
self-expression thru deep, joyful play. All ages.<br />
1-4pm. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
$60/year membership, practice Wed ($5) races Fri<br />
($12) & Sun ($7). Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam<br />
Blvd. (530)949-9247.<br />
Old-Time Fiddle Jams; Redding. Enjoy the sounds<br />
& sights of fiddles, flattop guitars & more as you<br />
sit back or dance to bluegrass & Americana music.<br />
All ages. 1st Sun, 1-3pm; thru Dec <strong>2019</strong>. Free. St.<br />
James Lutheran Church, 2500 Shasta View Blvd.<br />
(530)200-4820.<br />
Shingletown Certified Farmers Market. Meet<br />
local farmers & crafters while supporting a tradition<br />
of buying direct from producers at this Sunday<br />
market & swap meet. All ages. Sun, 12-3pm; thru<br />
10/27. Free. Shingletown Medical Center parking<br />
lot, 31292 Alpine Meadows Rd. (530)262-7360.<br />
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THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Special Needs Day At Rare Air Trampoline<br />
Park; Redding. Children with sensory needs<br />
may enjoy a jump session with access to the<br />
trampoline area including an airbag pit & more.<br />
All ages. 1st Sun, 10am-12pm. $10/person; 1<br />
parent free for each jumper who needs assistance<br />
(reusable jump socks required, $3). 3625 Old 44<br />
Dr. (530)221-1206.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. Shasta Base<br />
Camp, 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. Donations appreciated. 1 N. Old Stage Rd.<br />
(530)926-5508.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a<br />
farm. Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing<br />
requires 2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/<br />
Tue/Th or Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. $15-<br />
$23 per box/gallon. Hillside Poms, 1271 Capay Rd.<br />
(530)228-3050.<br />
4|MONDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
3rd Story: Prints With Prose; Chico. In collaboration<br />
with English professor Rob Davidson, creative<br />
writing students study prints from the Turner<br />
Collection as inspiration for flash fiction. All ages.<br />
Mon-Sat, 12-4pm; thru 12/14. Free. The Turner<br />
(ARTS 123), 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-4476.<br />
Azad’s Martial Arts Online Special; Chico. Kids<br />
learn important life skills like leadership, goal setting,<br />
self-control & self-defense skills while getting<br />
a good workout. Check out the online special — 8<br />
lessons including 2 private lessons. Ages 3 & up.<br />
Mon-Fri, 3-7pm. $95. Azad’s Martial Arts Center,<br />
313 Walnut St., Ste. 150. (530)892-2923.<br />
Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention<br />
program for children with autism. Thru sensory<br />
play & 1-on-1 support, your child will develop<br />
socialization, behavioral & communication skills.<br />
Ages 4-7. Mon, 2-5pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little<br />
Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150.<br />
(530)897-0900.<br />
Nature’s ABC’s Drop-In Program; Chico. Families<br />
with children can enjoy crafts, animal visits & a<br />
guided exploration of Bidwell Park. Each week has<br />
a different letter & nature theme. Not a drop-off<br />
event. Ages 5 & under. Mon, 10-11am; thru 5/18.<br />
Free. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th St. in<br />
lower Bidwell Park. (530)891-4671.<br />
Vape Education Night; Gridley. Free education<br />
night addressing the vaping epidemic for parents,<br />
teachers & community members. Learn more<br />
about electronic cigarettes, dangers of vaping for<br />
youth, how to identify vaping products & how you<br />
can protect your children & others. Free dinner to<br />
the first 50 attendees who pre-reg. For parents.<br />
6-8pm. Free; must pre-reg. Gridley Community<br />
Church, 200 Spruce St. (530)345-2483.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime<br />
for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 2 & under.<br />
Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100<br />
Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.<br />
Dale Maynor Fitness Training; Redding. This fun<br />
& motivating 30-min workout led by a professional<br />
fitness & weight loss specialist aims to tone your<br />
body & obliterate fat. Ages 18 & up. M/W/F, times<br />
vary; thru 11/29. $30/month; $4/drop-in; must<br />
pre-reg. Caldwell Park, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-<br />
4095.<br />
Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play<br />
board & video games in the library’s story room.<br />
Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library,<br />
1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Girls Gymnastics/Dance Class; Redding. This<br />
fun, upbeat class for girls incorporates gymnastics,<br />
ballet & other dance genres. Ages 5-8. Mon,<br />
3-3:45pm. $35/month. (Y members $25/month).<br />
Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-<br />
9622.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well as<br />
those who have sewing experience. Beginners will<br />
make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack.<br />
Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June 2020.<br />
$20/class; $80/month; must pre-reg; limited space.<br />
Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970.<br />
Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids have a great time<br />
moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance<br />
& motor skills. Ages 5-10. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm.<br />
Radiant Sun<br />
Acupuncture Inc.<br />
Inspiring Whole Body Healing From Within<br />
Specializing in Women’s Health,<br />
Pediatrics & Pain Management<br />
Erica Shepard, MAcOM, L.Ac.<br />
<strong>State</strong> Board Licensed Acupuncturist – Accepting Most Insurance Plans<br />
$10/class (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA,<br />
1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Kids Cooking Classes; Redding. In this hands-on<br />
class series, children get a full cooking experience<br />
by learning to follow a recipe, getting help with<br />
all prepping, cooking & of course eating their<br />
creations. Ages 5-12. Mon, 3-4pm. $5/class (Y<br />
members $3/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Martial Arts; Redding. Kajukenbo is a combined<br />
self-defense & martial arts style created in Hawaii.<br />
This training teaches discipline & respect, promotes<br />
self-esteem, & develops personal achievement.<br />
Ages 8 & up. Mon/Wed 5:30-6:30pm (youth) 6:30-<br />
7:30pm (adults); thru 11/27. $55; must pre-reg,<br />
Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.<br />
Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program<br />
that incorporates movement while introducing<br />
children to music. Stimulates personal growth,<br />
creative expression & skill development through<br />
hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am.<br />
$5/class. (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA,<br />
1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Offered<br />
to the community at no cost thanks to grant<br />
support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity Health. Mon,<br />
4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. Shasta<br />
Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series<br />
is designed for beginners as well as those who<br />
have sewing experience. Beginners will make a<br />
pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages<br />
8-18. Mon/Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June 2020.<br />
$20/class; $80/month; must pre-reg; limited space.<br />
Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970.<br />
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Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive<br />
swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages<br />
5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month;<br />
try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence<br />
in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed<br />
to submerging in water, blowing bubbles,<br />
moving about comfortably, & learning how to have<br />
fun safely. Ages 12 & under. Mon, Wed & Th or<br />
Sat; times vary by level. $43-$52/session; must<br />
pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Thrive Hour; Redding. Mondays are for parents.<br />
Thru coaching exercises & an on-site coach, Roam<br />
creates a space for you to explore new levels of<br />
empowerment in your individual & parenting life.<br />
All ages. Mon, 9am-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
child; +$5/add’l child. Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop<br />
Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Wrestling League; Redding. Redding amateur<br />
wrestling club focuses on teaching the fundamentals<br />
of wrestling to local youth. Ages 5-14. Mon/<br />
Wed, 5:30-6:30pm (grades K-3); Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm<br />
(grades 4-8); thru 2/27. $120+; must pre-reg.<br />
Shasta High School Wrestling Room, 2500 Eureka<br />
Way. (530)225-4095.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels &<br />
ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain<br />
Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month.<br />
Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt.<br />
Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Mon, 10:30am-<br />
12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource<br />
Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400<br />
5|TUESDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Azad’s Martial Arts Online Special; Chico. Kids<br />
learn important life skills like leadership, goal setting,<br />
self-control & self-defense skills while getting<br />
a good workout. Check out the online special — 8<br />
lessons including 2 private lessons. Ages 3 & up.<br />
Mon-Fri, 3-7pm. $95. Azad’s Martial Arts Center,<br />
313 Walnut St., Ste. 150. (530)892-2923.<br />
Bridging The Gap Fall Boutique; Chico.<br />
Shop for gifts from around the world. Your<br />
purchase will provide clean water in developing<br />
countries. Enjoy pumpkin cookies & hot cider. All<br />
ages. 10am-6pm. Free. Adams Home, 45 Parkside<br />
Ct. (530)342-5746.<br />
Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression<br />
of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where<br />
advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral &<br />
communication skills are encouraged for children<br />
with autism & other socially-related disabilities.<br />
Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little<br />
Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150.<br />
(530)897-0900.<br />
Cheap Skate Night; Chico. This fun night of roller<br />
skating features weekly themes, games & family<br />
hits music. All ages. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. $6.50,<br />
includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
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THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading<br />
skills; practice or prepare to be an All Star. Learn<br />
tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. $55/<br />
month; $10/class. Tue, 3:30-4:30pm. Chico Cheer<br />
All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Ste. 120.<br />
(530)894-2227.<br />
Childbirth Preparation Class Series; Chico. Highly<br />
trained registered nurse instructors help prepare<br />
you for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding in this<br />
5-week series. Promotes individual & family choices,<br />
including natural breathing & relaxation techniques<br />
& pain management options. Tue, 6-8pm;<br />
thru 12/3. $175/couple. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.<br />
Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-<br />
10am. Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow<br />
Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work<br />
on while enjoying the company of other yarn<br />
enthusiasts. For adults. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Oroville<br />
Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Painting & Drawing Lessons; Chico. Artist &<br />
instructor Janet Lombardi Blixt invites children &<br />
adults to enjoy creative exploration with painting<br />
& drawing in a supportive & friendly instructional<br />
atmosphere. After-school & homeschool<br />
classes avail. Ages 7 & up. Tue-Th, 1-2:30pm. $35/<br />
weekly. Chico Art School & Gallery, 261 E. 3rd St.<br />
(530)570-3895.<br />
Paradise Vape Education Night; Paradise. Free<br />
education night addressing the vaping epidemic<br />
for parents, teachers & community members.<br />
Learn more about electronic cigarettes, dangers of<br />
vaping for youth, how to identify vaping products<br />
& how you can protect your children & others. Free<br />
dinner provided by Meehos. For parents. 6-8pm.<br />
Free; must pre-reg. Paradise High School Library,<br />
5911 Maxwell Dr. (530)345-2483.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories,<br />
songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am.<br />
Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.<br />
(530)891-2726.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of<br />
BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue<br />
(5:30-7pm, $5); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm;<br />
$10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather<br />
permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin<br />
Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269.<br />
Tap & Tumble; Chico. A beginning tap class with<br />
a twist. In addition to teaching shuffles, flaps &<br />
other basic tap steps, instructors use fun games to<br />
teach rhythm & add an obstacle course for extra<br />
excitement. Ages 4-7. Wed, 4-5pm. $52/month;<br />
$14 drop-in. Kinetics Academy of Dance, 627<br />
Broadway St., Ste. 100. (530)345-2505.<br />
Vape Education Night; Durham. Free education<br />
night addressing the vaping epidemic for parents,<br />
teachers & community members. Learn more<br />
about electronic cigarettes, dangers of vaping for<br />
youth, how to identify vaping products & how you<br />
can protect your children & others. Free dinner to<br />
those who pre-reg. For parents. 6-8pm. Free; must<br />
pre-reg. Durham High School Gymnasium, 9455<br />
Putney Dr. (530)345-2483.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime<br />
& craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows<br />
Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
504 Training & Webinar; Redding. Participate in<br />
a training to learn about how Section 504 can be<br />
used as a tool for assisting your child’s education.<br />
Training will be provided in-person & via webinar.<br />
Ages 3-18. 10am-12pm. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek<br />
Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
Alateen Meeting; Redding. For ages 12-20 who<br />
are affected by someone else’s drinking. Provides<br />
a safe place to share feelings with other teens who<br />
understand. Offers tools & support. Tue, 6-7pm.<br />
Free. Drop in or call for info. Empire Outpatient<br />
Recovery Center, 1600 West St. Call or text<br />
(530)355-9470.<br />
Chess Group Fun; Redding. Whether new to the<br />
game or wanting to practice, this is the place<br />
for you. Players enjoy games of chess while<br />
instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the<br />
fun. All ages. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free, everyone<br />
welcome. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Children’s Gymnastics; Redding. A fun combination<br />
of gymnastics, strength & conditioning.<br />
Children learn age-appropriate skills & drills<br />
on floor, beam, bar & springboard. Ages 4-8.<br />
Tue, 4-4:45pm. $35/month (Y members $25/<br />
month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Family Night Jump Time; Redding. Bring the<br />
whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled<br />
environment – it’s healthy, active fun. All ages. Tue,<br />
2-8pm. $9/hour; $2 add’l hour. Rare Air Trampoline<br />
Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206.<br />
Homeschool PE; Redding. Children in grades<br />
K thru 8 build physical fitness & enhance skill<br />
development with age-appropriate activities,<br />
sports & games utilizing the Y’s gymnasium, pool<br />
& group studios. Free with Y membership. Tue &<br />
Th, 3-4pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well<br />
as those who have sewing experience. Beginners<br />
will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants &<br />
backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June<br />
2020. $25/class; must pre-reg; limited space.<br />
Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970.<br />
Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children<br />
have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics<br />
course. Ages 5 & up. Mon/Tue/Fri, 4pm.<br />
$68/month. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St.<br />
(530)222-4496.<br />
Lil’ Chefs Class; Redding. A fun & educational<br />
cooking experience for ages 3-5. Lil’ Chefs<br />
learn to follow directions, enjoy shape & sensory<br />
exploration, develop fine motor skills & more. Tue,<br />
9-10am. $5/class (Y members $3/class). Shasta<br />
Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome.<br />
Offered to the community at no cost thanks<br />
to grant support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity<br />
Health. Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-<br />
11:30am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a<br />
blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks &<br />
much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am.<br />
$5/child; supervised free play. Galaxy Gymnastics,<br />
910 Wall St. (530)222-4496.<br />
Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime,<br />
crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-<br />
11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100<br />
Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.<br />
Sensory Bin Hour; Redding. Allows children &<br />
parents to explore different sensations & to create<br />
the perfect little bin-sized make-believe world.<br />
Ages 1-8. Tue, 9-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
child; +$5/add’l children. Roam Playspace, 940<br />
Hilltop Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series<br />
is designed for beginners as well as those who<br />
have sewing experience. Beginners will make a<br />
pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages<br />
8-18. Mon/Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June 2020.<br />
$25; must pre-reg; limited space. Hokema’s, 2736<br />
Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970.<br />
Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive<br />
swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages<br />
5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month;<br />
try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading<br />
at this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 5 &<br />
under all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free.<br />
Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics<br />
waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710.<br />
Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding.<br />
Increase your skills & self-confidence as you learn<br />
punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome.<br />
Ages 13 & up. Tue/Th, 7:30-8:30pm. $50/month;<br />
(Y members $35). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer?<br />
Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan<br />
events, make & donate things to the community<br />
& help make Shasta Public Libraries great.<br />
Ages 12-18. Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free.<br />
Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave.<br />
(530)245-7261.<br />
Wrestling League; Redding. Redding amateur<br />
wrestling club focuses on teaching the fundamentals<br />
of wrestling to local youth. Ages 5-14. Mon/<br />
Wed, 5:30-6:30pm (grades K-3); Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm<br />
(grades 4-8); thru 2/27. $120+; must pre-reg.<br />
Shasta High School Wrestling Room, 2500 Eureka<br />
Way. (530)225-4095.<br />
Youth & Adult Hula; Redding. Students learn<br />
about Hawaiian culture & dance, music, song,<br />
chants, stories, Hawaiian language, weaving,<br />
lei making, ukulele performing, aloha, respect &<br />
responsibility. Tue/Th, 4-5pm (ages 6-14) or 5-7pm<br />
(ages 15 & up); thru 11/26. $65; must pre-reg.<br />
Teen Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.<br />
1900 Railroad Ave., Redding, CA 96001<br />
Our team provides compassionate, quality care. We are committed to supporting you<br />
during your pregnancy and after delivery. Each pregnancy is different, and we have a wide<br />
range of services to meet your needs. We offer:<br />
Prenatal and postpartum care<br />
High-risk pregnancy care<br />
Breastfeeding support<br />
Nutrition support<br />
Gestational diabetes program<br />
Prenatal and childbirth education<br />
On-site ultrasound imaging and lab services<br />
Behavioral health services<br />
Health insurance assistance<br />
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)<br />
Most insurance accepted, including all Medi-Cal programs.<br />
For more information call (530) 225-7480 or visit shastahealth.org/maternity.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children<br />
grades K-8 increase their skills & self-confidence<br />
as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill<br />
levels welcome; must be able to identify right &<br />
left hands. $45/month; (Y members $30/month).<br />
Tue/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155<br />
N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Art Mentorship For Kids; Mt. Shasta. Embark on a<br />
weekly art adventure to learn the many fundamental<br />
skills of art with an award-winning visionary<br />
art instructor. Limited to 12 students. Ages 6-12.<br />
Tue, 4-6pm; thru June 2020. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Velvet Elephant Art Center, 207 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.<br />
(530)926-2297.<br />
Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta.<br />
Learn the smooth & salsa dances, & how to lead or<br />
follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique<br />
& skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Tue,<br />
6:45-7:45pm. Members $20/8-classes; non-members<br />
$5-$7/per class. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center,<br />
633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010.<br />
How To Bullyproof Your Child; Weed. Learn how<br />
to teach your children to stand up for themselves<br />
assertively & develop social skills & empathy<br />
that will buffer them from the stress of teasing &<br />
bullying later in life. Dinner & childcare provided.<br />
For adults. 5:30-7:30pm. Free. Siskiyou Child Care<br />
Council, 152 Boles St. (530)938-9914.<br />
Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the<br />
fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced<br />
instructor is available to help you, whether<br />
you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles<br />
wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free.<br />
1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center,<br />
5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month.<br />
Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt.<br />
Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Weed. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Tue & Th, 10-<br />
11:30am. Free. Family & Community Resource<br />
Center of Weed, 260 Main St. (530)938-9914.<br />
Pathways To Preschool; Tulelake. Learn about<br />
what to expect when your child enters preschool<br />
& how parents/caregivers can help with the<br />
transition. For parents with children ages 4 &<br />
under. 6-8pm. Free. The Honker, 810 Main St.<br />
(530)667-2147.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Bilingual Story Time; Los Molinos. Enjoy rhymes,<br />
songs, & stories in both Spanish & English. Featuring<br />
guest presenter Cynthia Olsen from Sweet<br />
Olsen Family. Sponsored by the Friends of the<br />
Library. Ages 6 & under. 10am. Free. Los Molinos<br />
Branch Library, 7881 Hwy 99E. (530)527-0607.<br />
Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness<br />
classes taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets<br />
kids moving & promotes motor & social skills,<br />
cooperative play, athletic development & healthy<br />
habits. Ages 4-12. Tue/Th, 4:20pm. $5/drop-in;<br />
discounts for members. Tehama Family Fitness<br />
Center, 2498 S. Main St. (530)528-8656.<br />
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BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Azad’s Martial Arts Online Special; Chico. Kids<br />
learn important life skills like leadership, goal setting,<br />
self-control & self-defense skills while getting<br />
a good workout. Check out the online special — 8<br />
lessons including 2 private lessons. Ages 3 & up.<br />
Mon-Fri, 3-7pm. $95. Azad’s Martial Arts Center,<br />
313 Walnut St., Ste. 150. (530)892-2923.<br />
Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this<br />
special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Bittie Baby & Me: Breastfeeding; Chico. This class<br />
series promotes infant wellness & safety with current<br />
info — new topic each week. Make friends in a supportive<br />
environment. 10:30am-12pm. $20/class (free if<br />
you delivered at Enloe). Enloe Mother & Baby Education<br />
Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970.<br />
Blue Oak Charter School Tour; Chico. <strong>Parent</strong>s are<br />
invited to take a guided tour of classrooms & explore<br />
the creative & academic facets that Waldorf<br />
education offers. 8:30-10:30am. Free; space is<br />
limited, call to reserve your spot. Blue Oak Charter<br />
School, 450 W. East Ave. (530)879-7483.<br />
Cal Bear’s Kid Session; Chico. Young skaters<br />
enjoy open skating & instruction. Ages 12 & under.<br />
Wed, 10:30am-12:30pm. $6.25, includes skates<br />
(parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. <strong>North</strong> Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd.<br />
(530)893-3276.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm.<br />
Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave.<br />
(530)345-1617.<br />
Hip-Hop; Chico. With fun, upbeat music, students<br />
will learn dancing moves & playful (clean &<br />
age-appropriate) routines grounded in hip-hop,<br />
funk & jazz. Ages 4-11. Wed, 4-5pm: Move &<br />
Groove (ages 4-7); 6-7pm: Hip-Hop (grades 2-6).<br />
$52/month. Kinetics Academy of Dance, 627<br />
Broadway St., #100. (530)345-2505.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity<br />
designed just for kids. Ages 12 & under. Wed,<br />
3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St.<br />
(530)846-3323.<br />
Mommy & Me Dance; Chico. Build your little<br />
one’s confidence while you both participate in a<br />
baby ballet class tailored to you & your child. Enjoy<br />
special bonding time with your toddler. Ages walking-3.<br />
Wed, 9:30-10am; thru 9/25. $35/4-classes;<br />
$10/drop-in. Kinetics Academy of Dance, 627<br />
Broadway St., #100. (530)345-2505.<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Oroville. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am.<br />
Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave.<br />
(530)538-7642.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Crafty Kids; Willows. Children get creative at this fun<br />
weekly event with make-&-take crafting activities. Ages<br />
7 & up. Wed, drop in any time between 1-4pm. Free. Willows<br />
Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music<br />
& a related craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am. Free.<br />
Orland Branch Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640.<br />
Lake View Charter School is now enrolling<br />
Transitional Kindergarten to 12th grade students<br />
in Glenn, Butte, Lake, Mendocino and Tehama<br />
counties.<br />
Contact us soon as spots for<br />
<strong>2019</strong>-2020 are filling quickly!<br />
Lake View Charter School is part of the<br />
Inspire Family of Schools.<br />
To learn more, visit<br />
lakeviewcharterschool.org<br />
(916) 568-9959<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
18th Annual Power To Seniors Soup Kitchen;<br />
Redding. Enjoy gourmet soups, raffle baskets,<br />
desserts, terrific prizes & live music - all while<br />
supporting a great cause. All proceeds from this<br />
fun-filled evening help avoid utility shut-offs for<br />
senior citizens. All ages. 4-7pm. $15/adults; $7/<br />
ages 3-12; ages 3 & under free. Seniors Citizens<br />
Hall, 2290 Benton Dr. (530)232-5543.<br />
Basic Dehydrating; Redding. Learn about the<br />
different styles of dehydrators & the correct way<br />
to preserve fruits, vegetables & other ingredients<br />
for delicious one-dish meals & snacks. Ages 18<br />
& up. 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Call for location.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
$60/year membership, practice Wed ($5) races Fri<br />
($12) & Sun ($7). Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam<br />
Blvd. (530)949-9247.<br />
Dale Maynor Fitness Training; Redding. This fun<br />
& motivating 30-min workout led by a professional<br />
fitness & weight loss specialist aims to tone<br />
your body & obliterate fat. Ages 18 & up. M/W/F,<br />
times vary; thru 11/29. $30/month; $4/drop-in;<br />
must pre-reg. Caldwell Park, 56 Quartz Hill Rd.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding.<br />
Meets 1st & 3rd Wed, 6:30-8pm. Free. Shasta<br />
YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)440-6033.<br />
Lapidary; Anderson. Beginning lapidary will<br />
teach students to saw, cut, shape & polish rocks<br />
& gems. Limited to 8 students. For adults. Wed,<br />
6pm-8:30pm; thru 11/20. $49; must pre-reg. 6471<br />
Airport Rd. (530)225-4095.<br />
Martial Arts; Redding. Kajukenbo is a combined<br />
self-defense & martial arts style created in Hawaii.<br />
This training teaches discipline & respect, promotes<br />
self-esteem & develops personal achievement.<br />
Ages 8 & up. Mon/Wed 5:30-6:30pm (youth)<br />
6:30-7:30pm (adults); thru 11/27. $55; must prereg,<br />
Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.<br />
Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful<br />
program that incorporates movement while<br />
introducing children to music. Stimulates personal<br />
growth, creative expression & skill development<br />
through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed,<br />
9-10am. $5/class. (Y members free). Shasta Family<br />
YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong> Group: Discipline That Works; Redding.<br />
Free parent support group based on the Triple P<br />
positive parenting program. <strong>Parent</strong>s & others caring<br />
for children share ideas, support & info. Wed,<br />
6-7:30pm, year-round. Free, drop-ins welcome,<br />
childcare avail at 5:45pm. Bridges to Success<br />
Cottage, 1544 Magnolia St. (530)225-0350.<br />
Pine Needle Basket Weaving; Anderson. Each<br />
student will make one small basket & learn<br />
techniques to make larger baskets. Limited to<br />
8 students. For adults. Wed, 6pm-8:30pm; thru<br />
11/20. $64; must pre-reg. 6471 Airport Rd.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 5<br />
& under & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm.<br />
Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St.<br />
(530)335-4317.<br />
Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative<br />
storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children<br />
of all ages welcome, especially those with special<br />
needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library,<br />
1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive<br />
swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages<br />
5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month;<br />
try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence<br />
in the aquatic environment as they become accus-<br />
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tomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles,<br />
moving about comfortably, & learning how to have<br />
fun safely. Ages 12 & under. Mon, Wed & Th or<br />
Sat; times vary by level. $43-$52/session; must<br />
pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Teen Advisory Board; Anderson. Want to volunteer?<br />
Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan<br />
events, make & donate things to the community<br />
& help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages<br />
12-18. 1st & 3rd Wed, 4-5:30pm; thru 12/18.<br />
Free. Anderson Branch Library, 3200 W. Center St.<br />
(530)245-7261.<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary,<br />
5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770.<br />
Wrestling League; Redding. Redding amateur<br />
wrestling club focuses on teaching the fundamentals<br />
of wrestling to local youth. Ages 5-14. Mon/<br />
Wed, 5:30-6:30pm (grades K-3); Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm<br />
(grades 4-8); thru 2/27. $120+; must pre-reg.<br />
Shasta High School Wrestling Room, 2500 Eureka<br />
Way. (530)225-4095.<br />
Youth Tennis; Redding. With an experienced<br />
tennis coach, students will learn the USTA rules,<br />
proper technique & scorekeeping. Ages 7-17.<br />
Wed, 5-6pm; thru 11/27. $70; must pre-reg.<br />
Sequoia School Tennis Courts, 1805 Sequoia St.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate;<br />
Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep<br />
dances & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive<br />
environment develops technique & skills. Solo<br />
dancers welcome. All ages. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm.<br />
Adult and youth members: $20/8 classes; adult<br />
non-members: $7/class or $20/4 classes; youth<br />
non-members: $5 class. Mt. Shasta Wellness<br />
Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010.<br />
Children’s Storytime; Dunsmuir. Children of all<br />
ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack.<br />
Adult must accompany child. Wed, 4-5pm. Free.<br />
Dunsmuir Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave.<br />
(530)235-2035.<br />
Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to<br />
get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, chat & find out<br />
what the resource center has to offer. Free. Wed,<br />
9:30-11am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center,<br />
5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month.<br />
Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt.<br />
Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.<br />
Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different<br />
storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each<br />
week. All ages. Wed, 10-11am. Free. Yreka Library,<br />
719 4th St. (530)841-4175.<br />
Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 5<br />
& under enjoy fun stories & sing along to music.<br />
An adult must accompany young children. Wed,<br />
10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 E.<br />
Alma St. (530)926-2031.<br />
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BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Azad’s Martial Arts Online Special; Chico. Kids<br />
learn important life skills like leadership, goal setting,<br />
self-control & self-defense skills while getting<br />
a good workout. Check out the online special — 8<br />
lessons including 2 private lessons. Ages 3 & up.<br />
Mon-Fri, 3-7pm. $95. Azad’s Martial Arts Center,<br />
313 Walnut St., Ste. 150. (530)892-2923.<br />
Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect<br />
with your little one during this special storytime.<br />
Ages 18mos & under. Th, 10:30-11am. Free.<br />
Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave.<br />
(530)538-7642.<br />
Baby Ballet; Chico. Structured to nurture a child’s<br />
physical, social, emotional, language & cognitive<br />
development. Enjoy lots of stories, props &<br />
costumes to make it fun for every tiny dancer. Ages<br />
2-5. Th, 9:15am-12pm (time varies by age). $48/<br />
month; $14/drop-in. Kinetics Academy of Dance,<br />
627 Broadway St., #100. (530)545-2505.<br />
Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. Weekly<br />
playgroup & support network for homeschooling<br />
& unschooling children & parents. Independent &<br />
inclusive, all homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm.<br />
Free. Call for location & group info or find them on<br />
Facebook. (530)828-9288.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. Free; donations appreciated.<br />
Chico Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530)345-6468.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-<br />
10am. Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow<br />
Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. Free with museum<br />
admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. 625<br />
Esplanade. (530)898-4121.<br />
History Roundtable - 100th Anniversary Retrospective:<br />
A Peace to End All Peace? How the<br />
First World War Ended; Chico. How did the peace<br />
treaties that brought World War I to an end 100<br />
years ago shape the world we live in today? A lively<br />
discussion about these documents & the conclusion<br />
of WWI. All ages. 7:30pm. Free. Rowland-Taylor<br />
Recital Hall, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5366.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink Opening Day. Help celebrate<br />
the opening of the Paradise ice rink!<br />
Ice resurfacing takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All<br />
ages. Daily, 12-6pm; thru 1/20. $12/person, includes<br />
rental skates. Terry Ashe Recreation Center,<br />
6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs &<br />
activities for children & parents/caregivers. Ages 5<br />
& under. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library,<br />
2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of<br />
BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue<br />
(5:30-7pm, $5); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm;<br />
$10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather<br />
permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin<br />
Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269.<br />
Storytime; Chico. Sensory sensitive storytime for<br />
all abilities. All ages. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action<br />
rhymes. Ages 3 & under. Th, 10am & 11am.<br />
Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.<br />
(530)891-2726.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Babies & Books; Orland. Babies & parents<br />
enjoy storytime together. Ages 2.5 & under. Th,<br />
11am. Free. Orland Branch Library, 333 Mill St.<br />
(530)865-1640.<br />
Tips and Tricks for<br />
Cold and Flu Season<br />
Looking to keep everyone in your<br />
family healthy this year? Cold<br />
and flu season typically lasts<br />
<strong>November</strong> – March. The flu can be very<br />
dangerous for children. Each year about<br />
20,000 children younger than 5 years old<br />
are hospitalized from flu complications,<br />
like pneumonia, and unfortunately each<br />
year children die from flu-related causes.<br />
Last year’s cold and flu season was one<br />
of the worst on record. How can you<br />
protect yourself and your family?<br />
1. Get the Flu Shot<br />
Everyone over 6 months old should get<br />
vaccinated. This can reduce flu illnesses,<br />
doctors’ visits, missed work and school<br />
due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related<br />
hospitalizations. Flu vaccine also has been<br />
shown to be life-saving in children. The<br />
earlier in the season you and your family<br />
get vaccinated, the better, since it takes 10<br />
days to 2 weeks for the vaccine to reach full<br />
strength. The flu shot is offered in doctors’<br />
offices, clinics, health departments, and<br />
pharmacies (check out vaccinefinder.org).<br />
Many insurance plans pay for the annual<br />
vaccination. The nasal spray vaccine is also<br />
recommended by the CDC and is available<br />
for children 2 and older who don’t have a<br />
compromised immune system.<br />
2. Practice Good Health Habits<br />
• Wash your hands thoroughly and<br />
often. Spend 20-30 seconds (sing the<br />
ABCs!) with plenty of soap before<br />
eating, after school, after going<br />
outside or to public places, after using<br />
the bathroom, and after touching pets.<br />
• Try not to touch your eyes, nose, or<br />
mouth without first washing your hands.<br />
first5shasta.org<br />
• Clean and disinfect surfaces that<br />
people have contact with at work,<br />
school, or home.<br />
• If you think you are getting sick, stay<br />
home and rest.<br />
• Cover your cough or sneeze.<br />
3. Maintain a Healthy Immune System<br />
• Make sure your family gets enough<br />
sleep: 8 – 10 hours per night for adults,<br />
and 10-12 hours for young children<br />
(including naps).<br />
• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables<br />
each day.<br />
• Exercise frequently.<br />
• Drink plenty of fluids.<br />
• Reduce stress.<br />
• Elderberry extract has been shown<br />
to be helpful in treating colds and flu<br />
according to several small studies,<br />
including one in <strong>2019</strong> from the<br />
University of Sydney.<br />
Please say you saw it in <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine. This helps us grow!<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates! in Corning is ready for all pomegranate lovers to stop by! Don’t miss your last<br />
opportunity to schedule a visit to gather this good seasonal fruit. See Month-Long & Special Happenings. (Tehama<br />
County)<br />
Vape Education Night (English & Spanish);<br />
Orland. Free education night addressing the vaping<br />
epidemic for parents, teachers & community<br />
members. Learn more about electronic cigarettes,<br />
dangers of vaping for youth, how to identify vaping<br />
products & how you can protect your children<br />
& others. Food & drinks provided. For parents.<br />
5-7pm. Free; must pre-reg. Glenn County Office of<br />
Education Success Plaza Conference Room, 131 E.<br />
Walker St. (530)345-2483.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Homeschool PE; Redding. Children in grades<br />
K thru 8 build physical fitness & enhance skill<br />
development with age-appropriate activities,<br />
sports & games utilizing the Y’s gymnasium, pool<br />
& group studios. Free with Y membership. Tue &<br />
Th, 3-4pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Illusionist Vitaly: An Evening Of Wonders;<br />
Redding. Vitaly mystifies fans all over the world, including<br />
Las Vegas superstars Penn & Teller whom<br />
he successfully fooled on their hit TV show, “Fool<br />
Us.” From bringing pictures & drawings to life to<br />
erasing people from their own driver’s licenses, Vitaly’s<br />
signature illusions leave even the most jaded<br />
audience awestruck. Ages 8 & up. 7:30pm. $25+.<br />
Cascade Theatre, 1735 Market St. (530)243-8877.<br />
Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids have a great time<br />
moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance<br />
& motor skills. Ages 5-10. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm.<br />
$10/class (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA,<br />
1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small<br />
birds, short birds, tall birds. Learn about them all. For<br />
ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50;<br />
ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Palo Cedro Farmers Market & Craft Fair. This<br />
certified farmers market features several varieties<br />
of freshly harvested micro greens & more. The<br />
crafts section has vendors with candles, lotions,<br />
jewelry, soap, crocheted & hand-sewn goodies.<br />
All ages. Th, 3-6pm; year-round. Free. Palo Cedro<br />
Guild, 22307 Old 44 Dr. (530)547-3788.<br />
PlayGym; Redding. This class helps little ones<br />
grow & thrive by promoting motor, mental & social<br />
development thru gymnastics, song, dance & play.<br />
Ages 3-5. Th, 10:15-11am. $7/class (Y members<br />
$5/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome.<br />
30 <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> • Serving Upper California Since 1993<br />
Offered to the community at no cost thanks<br />
to grant support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity<br />
Health. Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-<br />
11:30am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a<br />
blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks &<br />
much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am.<br />
$5/child; supervised free play. Galaxy Gymnastics,<br />
910 Wall St. (530)222-4496.<br />
Preschool Story Hour; Redding. Support high<br />
school students learning about early childhood education<br />
in their Career & Technical Education (CTE)<br />
course by visiting a special storytime with activities.<br />
Children learn early literacy & enjoy a snack.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong>s check in at main office where students will<br />
be waiting to escort you to story hour. Ages 1-4;<br />
parent participation req. Th, 9-10am; thru 11/14.<br />
Free; must pre-reg. Enterprise Highschool, 3411<br />
Churn Creek Rd. (530)440-4006.<br />
Raising A Reader Read-To-Me Book Club;<br />
Redding. Children enjoy a weekly storytime<br />
with matching activities. Stories center around<br />
a monthly theme; includes a book bag to take<br />
home each month to encourage family reading<br />
time. Ages 2-5. Th, 9-10am; thru 12/5. $5/class (Y<br />
members $3). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court<br />
St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on<br />
art themes, this storytime welcomes children of<br />
all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library,<br />
1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Read For The Record; Redding. Join this global<br />
campaign that highlights the importance of building<br />
children’s vocabulary & love for reading. Children<br />
& adults worldwide will be gathering to read<br />
Thank You, Omu! All ages. 11:30am-12pm. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr.<br />
(530)243-8850.<br />
Rockin’ Reptiles; Redding. Come meet some of<br />
Turtle Bay’s scaly or slithering ambassadors in<br />
this up-close encounter, with different animals<br />
presented each week. All ages. Th, 2-2:15pm; thru<br />
12/27. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive<br />
swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages<br />
5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month;<br />
try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N.<br />
Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Storytime; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading<br />
at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. Ages<br />
5 & under. Th, 3:30pm. Free. Anderson Family<br />
Health & Dental Center, 2965 E. St. (530)229-5115.<br />
Storytime: Read For The Record; Anderson. Hear<br />
today’s story Thank You, Omu! from guest reader<br />
Mike Bettes. A copy of today’s book will be given<br />
to each family & provided by First 5 Shasta. School<br />
supplies donated by Anderson Wal Mart will be<br />
distributed today. Ages 5 & under. Th, 3:30pm.<br />
Free. Anderson Branch Library, 3200 W. Center St.<br />
(530)365-7685.<br />
Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence<br />
in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed<br />
to submerging in water, blowing bubbles,<br />
moving about comfortably, & learning how to have<br />
fun safely. Ages 12 & under. Mon, Wed & Th or<br />
Sat; times vary by level. $43-$52/session; must<br />
pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding.<br />
Increase your skills & self-confidence as you learn<br />
punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome.<br />
Ages 13 & up. Tue/Th, 7:30-8:30pm. $50/month (Y<br />
members $35/month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155<br />
N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Wrestling League; Redding. Redding amateur<br />
wrestling club focuses on teaching the fundamentals<br />
of wrestling to local youth. Ages 5-14. Mon/<br />
Wed, 5:30-6:30pm (grades K-3); Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm<br />
(grades 4-8); thru 2/27. $120+; must pre-reg.<br />
Shasta High School Wrestling Room, 2500 Eureka<br />
Way. (530)225-4095.<br />
Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children<br />
grades K-8 increase their skills & self-confidence<br />
as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill<br />
levels welcome; must be able to identify right &<br />
left hands. $45/month. (Y members $30). Tue/Th,<br />
6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court<br />
St. (530)246-9622.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. Shasta Base<br />
Camp, 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359.<br />
Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance<br />
Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment<br />
develops technique & skills at the intermediate/<br />
advanced level. Solo dancers welcome. All ages.<br />
Th, 6:45-7:45pm. Adult and youth members: $20/8<br />
classes; adult non-members: $7/class or $20/4<br />
classes; youth non-members: $5 class. Mt. Shasta<br />
Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month.<br />
Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt.<br />
Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Dunsmuir. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity &<br />
sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Th, 10:30am-12pm.<br />
Free. Family & Community Resource Center of<br />
Weed, 260 Main St. (530)938-9914.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Weed. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Tue & Th, 10-<br />
11:30am. Free. Family & Community Resource<br />
Center of Weed, 260 Main St. (530)938-9914.<br />
The Power Of Hope, Love & Connection —<br />
Critical Needs of Children & How to Help Them<br />
Thrive; Yreka. Special presentation by Derek Clark,<br />
an inspiring motivational speaker & author. Lunch<br />
provided. For adults. 11:30am-3:30pm. Free.<br />
Miner’s Inn Convention Center, 122 E. Miner St.<br />
(530)918-7222.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Homeschool Connect; Red Bluff. Homeschool<br />
families are welcome to attend a special library<br />
time with fun & educational activities. Come connect<br />
with other homeschool families. Ages 5-12.<br />
1st Th, 10am; thru 5/7. Free. Red Bluff Branch<br />
Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0607.<br />
Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness<br />
classes taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets<br />
kids moving & promotes motor & social skills,<br />
cooperative play, athletic development & healthy<br />
habits. Ages 4-12. Tue/Th, 4:20pm. $5/drop-in;<br />
discounts for members. Tehama Family Fitness<br />
Center, 2498 S. Main St. (530)528-8656.<br />
8|FRIDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Billboard Top 40 Skate Night; Chico. Open to everyone.<br />
Bring your friends & have fun roller skating<br />
to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All<br />
ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8-$9 per session, skate<br />
rental $2.50-$3.50. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Guild Of Games; Chico. A tabletop gaming<br />
program. All ages. Fri, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> Symphony & Monca Present<br />
Behind The Curtain; Chico. Join the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong><br />
Symphony & conductor Scott Seaton for a special<br />
look at their rehearsal process. Enjoy no-host bar<br />
& an open rehearsal. Ages 21 & up. 2-5pm. $20.<br />
monca, 900 Esplanade. (530)487-7272.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily,<br />
12-6pm; thru 1/20. $12/person, includes rental<br />
skates. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway.<br />
(530)872-6393.<br />
Play Date; Chico. Bring your friends & make<br />
some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am-12pm. Free.<br />
Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave.<br />
(530)345-1617.<br />
Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting<br />
fun for ages 5 & under. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley<br />
Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.<br />
“The Aristocats” Musical; Chico. Watch the<br />
young ones who have worked so hard in rehearsal<br />
perform this beloved Disney classic, featuring a<br />
jazzy, upbeat score. All ages. Fri-Sun, 7pm; thru<br />
11/10. $5-$8. Chico Theatre Company, 166 Eaton<br />
Rd. (530)894-3282.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization<br />
program for teens with autism & other<br />
developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem<br />
& friendships & learn to become self-advocates.<br />
Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great<br />
herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds,<br />
carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
appts Mon-Sat avail. See the 1st.<br />
Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young<br />
children learn sign language & socialize during a<br />
circle time that includes a welcome song, reading<br />
books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play<br />
& more. Ages 5 & under. Fri, 11am. See the 1st.
Siskiyou County<br />
A Four-Season Area With Peaceful Outdoor Enjoyment For All<br />
Little Elves Workshop<br />
Friday, December 6th • Mount Shasta<br />
Local groups, businesses and services (Elves)<br />
focus on a making special gifts with your child.<br />
Join The Fun at This Free <strong>Parent</strong> Participation Event!<br />
Would you like to volunteer? Call 530-926-1287 for more info.<br />
We’d love extra help to make this event special.<br />
Kids’ Educational Toys • Puzzles<br />
Kites • Books • Optics • Jewelry<br />
Wild Bird Seeds • Nest Boxes<br />
Bat Houses & More!<br />
GREAT BIRTHDAY &<br />
HOLIDAY GIFTS<br />
(530) 926-6OWL<br />
138 Morgan Way • Mt. Shasta<br />
www.raventreeshop.com<br />
Adult Education Pathways<br />
Serving Siskiyou County<br />
Where do you want to go?<br />
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701 Pine St., Mt. Shasta<br />
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Life gets busy and sometimes education gets put on hold. Maybe you want to go back to school and<br />
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www.northstateparent.com • <strong>November</strong> <strong>2019</strong> 31
GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with<br />
black light bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See<br />
the 1st.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Relationships; Redding. Did you know<br />
that animals also have family trees that can be<br />
followed thru taxonomy? Come to this engaging<br />
program & learn how some of Turtle Bay’s animals<br />
relate to each other or even to the animals in your<br />
home. All ages. Fri, 2-2:15pm; thru 12/27. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Basic Pressure Canning; Redding. Learn how a<br />
pressure canner works & the multiple safety features<br />
included on modern canners. Ages 18 & up.<br />
9am-12pm. $45; must pre-reg. Call for location.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
Kids Night; Redding. Provides youth an opportunity<br />
to develop their own hobbies & interests based<br />
on themed semester programming. This fall, youth<br />
will choose among youth sports, active games or<br />
mixed media art. A delicious & nutritious meal is<br />
provided. Ages 5-13. Fri, 5:30-7:30pm; thru 12/13.<br />
Free; must pre-reg. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing<br />
on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime<br />
welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am.<br />
Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave.<br />
(530)245-7250.<br />
Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly<br />
playdate for children & parents. Find park updates<br />
on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook<br />
page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free.<br />
Roam Story Hour; Redding. Enjoy good books,<br />
the perfect storyteller & puppets. Ages 8 & under.<br />
Fri, 9am. Free with entry fee; $8/child; +$5/add’l<br />
child. Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop Dr., Ste. A.<br />
(530)215-1123.<br />
Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does<br />
your child love Legos? This group is a great way<br />
for kids to get together with other kids with diverse<br />
abilities who share that affection. Ages 5-12. Fri,<br />
3:30-4:30pm; thru 12/21. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek<br />
Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring<br />
the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun.<br />
4-5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Friday Toddler Time; Redding. A fun way to let<br />
your little ones get their wiggles out. The park<br />
opens before normal business hours for little ones<br />
to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am<br />
& 10-11am. See the 1st.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room.<br />
All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding.<br />
Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun.<br />
Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 1st.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
9|SATURDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Jazz X-Press: Soul-Ciology; Chico. Join the Jazz<br />
X-Press for a night of jazz celebration. All ages.<br />
7:30pm. $6-$18. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W.<br />
1st St. (530)898-5152.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr.<br />
Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a<br />
docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville.<br />
Each week features a different easy/moderate<br />
3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am<br />
sharp, call to confirm. Lake Oroville Visitors Center,<br />
917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> Symphony Concert: Masterworks<br />
2: Rising Above; Chico. Now a year from the fires<br />
that devastated the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong>, this program exemplifies<br />
the resilience of our communities & hope<br />
for the future. Ages 5 & up. 7:30pm. $18-$40.<br />
Laxson Auditorium, 300 W. 1st St. (530)898-5984.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily,<br />
12-6pm; thru 1/20. $12/person, includes rental<br />
skates. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway.<br />
(530)872-6393.<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Saturday Activities; Chico. Enjoy Saturdays at Gateway<br />
Science Museum for fun & worthwhile activities<br />
that have to do with different & interesting subjects<br />
each week. All ages. 12-2pm. Free with museum<br />
admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science<br />
Museum, 625 Esplanade Ave. (530)898-4121.<br />
Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276.<br />
Saturday Storytime; Chico. Children of all ages<br />
will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free.<br />
Low Prices<br />
on Name<br />
Brand Tires<br />
614 Walnut St., Red Bluff<br />
(530) 529-1612<br />
1723 Solano St., Corning<br />
(530) 824-4929<br />
Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy.<br />
(530)894-1494.<br />
StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Reluctant, struggling<br />
or beginning readers may read to a therapy dog<br />
today. 2nd & 4th Sat, 2pm. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
“The Aristocats” Musical; Chico. Watch the<br />
young ones who have worked so hard in rehearsal<br />
perform this beloved Disney classic, featuring a<br />
jazzy, upbeat score. All ages. Fri-Sun, 1pm & 7pm;<br />
thru 11/10. $5-$8. Chico Theatre Company, 166<br />
Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282.<br />
Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo<br />
skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm.<br />
Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320<br />
Broadway. (530)893-0545.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 1st.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo<br />
in a session & little ones in strollers welcome.<br />
Ages 10 & under. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with<br />
black light bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See<br />
the 2nd.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Bless Your Saturday With Some DIY Workshop;<br />
Redding. Enjoy a way to connect with family &<br />
friends at this DIY workshop. Select a wood project<br />
from the gallery with step-by-step instructions provided<br />
& create your own unique wood sign. Ages<br />
21 & up. 6-9pm. $68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush<br />
Creative Studio, 1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Family 2nd Saturday: Navigation Exploration;<br />
Redding. Join educators & volunteers to learn<br />
about navigation practices of old & new. Create a<br />
sailboat from corks, discover the science behind<br />
bobstirecenter.com<br />
2300 Esplanade Rd., Chico<br />
(530) 895-8473<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
250 E Cypress Ave., Redding • (530) 605-2938 • lithiatoyotaredding.com<br />
compasses & admire the stars above. All ages.<br />
11am-3pm. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park,<br />
844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Jojo’s Dance Party; Anderson. Dancers will learn<br />
jazz & jazz funk routines to the fun music of JoJo<br />
Siwa. Activities include technique & choreography,<br />
craft time & obstacle courses to fun music.<br />
Ages 4-10. 10am-1pm. $30; must pre-reg.<br />
California Dance Company, 2150 Marx Way, Ste.<br />
1. (530)365-7749.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop<br />
Dr. (530)223-9514.<br />
Saturday Storytime; Redding. Come enjoy storytime<br />
fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. Barnes &<br />
Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006.<br />
Survival! Indoor Animal Show; Redding. This<br />
30-min adventure will have you face to face with<br />
some of Turtle Bay’s favorite animals as they fly,<br />
crawl, or walk on by. All ages. Sat, 2-2:30pm; thru<br />
2/15. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Three Cheeses In Three Hours; Redding.<br />
Learn to make three distinct & delicious types of<br />
cheese: mozzarella, burrata & instructor’s choice.<br />
Ages 18 & up. 1-4pm. $50; must pre-reg. Call for<br />
location. (530)225-4095.<br />
United Methodist Women’s Annual Holiday<br />
Bazaar; Redding. Enjoy a cookie walk<br />
& shop for antiques, handmade items, holiday &<br />
garden décor. All proceeds benefit women, children<br />
& families in the community. All ages. 8:30am-<br />
2pm. Free. First United Methodist Church, 1825<br />
East St. (530)238-2294.<br />
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Exhibition; Redding.<br />
This high-tech & high-intensity exhibition lets<br />
you discover what genomic science can tell you<br />
about disease. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat &<br />
Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion Exhibition;<br />
Redding. Delve into science, language, history &<br />
mathematics in this hands-on, immersive treasure<br />
hunt of an exhibition. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting the tortoise & lizards that roam the<br />
room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night; Redding. Unlimited bowling,<br />
laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages<br />
5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 2nd.<br />
Saturday Toddler Time; Redding. Rare Air opens<br />
before their normal business hours to let little ones<br />
jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 2nd.<br />
Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens &<br />
young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. See the 2nd.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
2nd Saturday Art Opening; Dunsmuir. Siskiyou<br />
County artists Cathy Valentine & Eloise Larson collaborate<br />
on an exhibit consisting of 8”X8” works in<br />
various mediums depicting the essence of subtle<br />
communications between the artist & the surface<br />
of a work. All ages. 5-7pm. Free. Siskiyou Arts<br />
Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711.<br />
Children’s Storytime; Weed. Ages 3 & under enjoy<br />
storytime at 10:30am & ages 4-7 enjoy storytime<br />
at 11am. Adult must accompany child. Ages 7 &<br />
under. Sat, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Weed Branch<br />
Library, 150 Alamo Ave. (530)938-4767.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
Free Family Film; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages<br />
& their families are invited to enjoy a family movie<br />
& refreshments. 2:15pm. Adult must accompany<br />
children. Dunsmuir Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir<br />
Ave. (530)235-2035.<br />
Motivational <strong>Parent</strong> — With Special Emphasis<br />
On Fatherhood; Weed. Training includes<br />
developing powerful parenting skills to engage<br />
your children, work thru ambivalence & tough<br />
conversations, create stronger connections, understand<br />
& utilize MI-Lead to influence fatherhood &<br />
opportunities to discuss specific fatherhood issues.<br />
Lunch provided. For adults. 9:30am-3:30pm.<br />
Free. Weed Community Center, 161 E. Lincoln St.<br />
(530)918-7222.<br />
Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn<br />
ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors.<br />
Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 2nd.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
CelloBop, Cello Innovator; Red Bluff. As a soloist<br />
Gideon Freudmann uses technology to sample,<br />
loop & layer tracks in real time to create music that<br />
is complex, nuanced, creative & compelling. All<br />
ages. 7:30pm. $30/adults; $10/students ages 25 &<br />
under. <strong>State</strong> Theatre, 333 Oak St. (530)727-8727.<br />
The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff.<br />
Year-round certified market features locally grown<br />
products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats,<br />
honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts.<br />
9am-12pm, rain or shine; year-round. 100 Main St.<br />
(530)527-6220.<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a<br />
farm. Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing<br />
requires 2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/<br />
Tue/Th or Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. See<br />
the 2nd.<br />
10|SUNDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film suitable<br />
for all ages. Sun, 2pm. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily,<br />
12-6pm; thru 1/20. $12/person, includes rental<br />
skates. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway.<br />
(530)872-6393.<br />
Rhythms Of Grace; Chico. Enjoy stories, movement,<br />
songs & crafts based on the Bible during this<br />
non-denominational service for people with special<br />
needs. Ages 8 & up. 2nd Sun, 3-4pm. Free. St.<br />
John the Evangelist Episcopal Church, 2341 Floral<br />
Ave. (530)894-1971.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 1st.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun.<br />
Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun<br />
(11am). All ages. See the 3rd.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Parade; Redding. Take a stroll with Spike<br />
the porcupine, Sweet Pea the skunk & other Turtle<br />
Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the<br />
way thru the park; weather permitting. All ages.<br />
Sun, 2-2:15pm; thru 2/16. Free for members or<br />
with park admission, $12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay<br />
Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge<br />
Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
<strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> Symphony Concert: Masterworks<br />
2: Rising Above; Redding. Now a year from the<br />
fires that devastated the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong>, this program<br />
exemplifies the resilience of our communities &<br />
hope for the future. Ages 5 & up. 3pm. $18-$55.<br />
Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)898-5984.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
TEHEMA COUNTY<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a farm.<br />
Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing requires<br />
2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/Tue/Th or<br />
Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. See the 2nd.<br />
Please say you saw it in <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine. This helps us grow!<br />
REDDING’S HISTORIC<br />
PRODUCED BY: JEFFERSON LIVE!<br />
Nov 29–Dec 1 & Dec 6–8<br />
FREE PICTURES with BUDDY & SANTA<br />
after all matinees<br />
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).<br />
All authorized performance materials supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com<br />
11|MONDAY<br />
VETERANS DAY<br />
(call ahead to verify business hours)<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Nature’s ABC’s Drop-In Program; Chico. Families<br />
with children can enjoy crafts, animal visits & a<br />
guided exploration of Bidwell Park. Each week has<br />
a different letter & nature theme. Not a drop-off<br />
event. Ages 5 & under. Mon, 10-11am; thru 5/18.<br />
Free. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th St. in<br />
lower Bidwell Park. (530)891-4671.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily,<br />
12-6pm; thru 1/20. $12/person, includes rental<br />
skates. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway.<br />
(530)872-6393.<br />
Vape Education Night; Oroville. Free education<br />
night addressing the vaping epidemic for parents,<br />
teachers & community members. Learn more<br />
about electronic cigarettes, dangers of vaping for<br />
youth, how to identify vaping products & how you<br />
PRESENTS<br />
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With the holidays around the corner, we know you won't want to miss the Christmas Preview in Chico by the<br />
talented dancers from the Kinetics Academy of Dance studio! See the 2nd. (Butte County) Photo by Mandie Burson.<br />
can protect your children & others. Free dinner to<br />
the first 50 attendees who pre-reg. For parents.<br />
6-8pm; 5:45 doors open. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Las Plumas High School, 2380 Las Plumas Ave.<br />
(530)345-2483.<br />
Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention<br />
program for children with autism that helps<br />
develop socialization, behavioral & communication<br />
skills. Ages 4-7. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 4th.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
King’s Brotherhood; Redding. Empowers boys<br />
to develop strong leadership skills, self-identity &<br />
healthy relationships. Thru the use of anecdotes,<br />
group activities & reflections, boys will develop<br />
strategies for creating safe social climates & maintaining<br />
healthy friendships. A delicious & nutritious<br />
meal is provided. Ages 8-12. Mon, 5:30-7:30pm;<br />
thru 12/16. Free; must pre-reg. MLK Center, 1815<br />
Sheridan St. (530)225-4095.<br />
Line Dancing; Redding. Learn some basics steps<br />
or put your skills to the test in the intermediate<br />
level class. Age 13 & up. Mon, 6-7:15pm (beginning<br />
level); 7:15-8:30pm (intermediate level); thru 12/16.<br />
$49/one level; $88/both levels; must pre-reg. Senior<br />
Center Hall, 2290 Benton Dr. (530)225-4095.<br />
Positively Girls Club: Girls With Ideas; Redding.<br />
This research-based curriculum utilizes innovative<br />
lesson plans to teach girls to collaborate with<br />
each other while finding their own unique voice<br />
& leadership style. A delicious & nutritious meal<br />
is provided during the program. Ages 9-13. Mon,<br />
5:30-7:30pm; thru 12/16. Free; must pre-reg. MLK<br />
Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4095.<br />
Thrive Hour; Redding. Mondays are for parents.<br />
Thru coaching exercises & an on-site coach, Roam<br />
creates a space for you to explore new levels of<br />
empowerment in your individual & parenting life.<br />
All ages. Mon, 9am-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
child; +$5/add’l child. Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop<br />
Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well<br />
as those who have sewing experience. Beginners<br />
will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants &<br />
backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June<br />
2020. See the 4th.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
Holiday school breaks are approaching quickly for all! Check out what Feather River Recreation & Park Fall Camp<br />
is offering to engage your child's mind this season. See Program Registration. (Butte County)<br />
Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a<br />
great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility,<br />
balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm.<br />
See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome.<br />
Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See<br />
the 4th.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series<br />
is designed for beginners as well as those who<br />
have sewing experience. Beginners will make a<br />
pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages<br />
8-18. Mon/Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June 2020. See<br />
the 4th.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels &<br />
ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain<br />
Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 3rd.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Mon, 10:30am-<br />
12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource<br />
Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Corning. Engaging themebased<br />
storytime activities designed to enhance<br />
cognitive skills, language, physical, creative &<br />
social-emotional development. Ages 6 & under.<br />
Mon, 10am; thru June 2020. Free. Corning Branch<br />
Library, 740 Third St. (530)527-0607.<br />
12|TUESDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression<br />
of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where<br />
advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral &<br />
communication skills are encouraged for children<br />
with autism & other socially-related disabilities.<br />
Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little<br />
Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150.<br />
(530)897-0900.<br />
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Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-<br />
10am. Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow<br />
Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work<br />
on while enjoying the company of other yarn<br />
enthusiasts. For adults. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Oroville<br />
Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Kids Crafternoon; Durham. Fun crafts for kids<br />
ages 12 & under (5 & under with adult). 2nd & 4th<br />
Tue, 3-5:30pm. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545<br />
Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily,<br />
12-6pm; thru 1/20. $12/person, includes rental<br />
skates. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway.<br />
(530)872-6393.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories,<br />
songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am.<br />
Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.<br />
(530)891-2726.<br />
Cheap Skate Night; Chico. This fun night of roller<br />
skating features weekly themes, games & family<br />
hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 5th.<br />
Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on<br />
cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/<br />
Th 3:30-5pm. See the 5th.<br />
Painting & Drawing Lessons; Chico. Artist &<br />
instructor Janet Lombardi Blixt invites children &<br />
adults to enjoy creative exploration with painting<br />
& drawing in a supportive & friendly instructional<br />
atmosphere. After-school & homeschool classes<br />
avail. Ages 7 & up. Tue-Th, 1-2:30pm. See the 5th.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun.<br />
Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun<br />
(11am). All ages. See the 3rd.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Making Every Dollar Count (MEDC) Classes; Orland.<br />
Workshop for parents. Childcare & snacks are<br />
provided. All ages. Tue, 5:30-6:30pm; thru 11/19.<br />
Free; must pre-reg. Student & Family Resource<br />
Center, 201 Mill St. (530) 865- 7685.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime<br />
& craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows<br />
Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Family Night Jump Time; Redding. Bring the<br />
whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled<br />
environment – it’s healthy, active fun. All ages. Tue,<br />
2-8pm. $9/hour; $2 add’l hour. Rare Air Trampoline<br />
Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206.<br />
Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children<br />
have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics<br />
course. Ages 5 & up. Mon/Tue/Fri, 4pm.<br />
$68/month. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St.<br />
(530)222-4496.<br />
Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime,<br />
crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-<br />
11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100<br />
Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.<br />
Sensory Bin Hour; Redding. Allows children &<br />
parents to explore different sensations & to create<br />
the perfect little bin-sized make-believe world.<br />
Ages 1-8. Tue, 9-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
child; +$5/add’l children. Roam Playspace, 940<br />
Hilltop Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading<br />
at this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 5 &<br />
under, but all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am.<br />
Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics<br />
waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710.<br />
Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer?<br />
Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events,<br />
make & donate things to the community & help<br />
make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18.<br />
Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7261.<br />
Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages<br />
12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Tue,<br />
6-7pm. See the 5th.<br />
Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while<br />
instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All<br />
ages. Tue, 6-7:30pm. See the 5th.<br />
Homeschool PE; Redding. Children in grades K<br />
thru 8 build physical fitness & enhance skill development<br />
with age-appropriate activities. Free with Y<br />
membership. Tue & Th, 3-4pm. See the 5th.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well<br />
as those who have sewing experience. Beginners<br />
will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants &<br />
backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June<br />
2020. See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon,<br />
4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 4th.<br />
Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a<br />
blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks &<br />
much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am.<br />
See the 5th.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series<br />
is designed for beginners as well as those who<br />
have sewing experience. Beginners will make a<br />
pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages<br />
8-18. Mon/Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June 2020. See<br />
the 4th.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Art Mentorship For Kids; Mt. Shasta. Embark on a<br />
weekly art adventure to learn the many fundamental<br />
skills of art with an award-winning visionary<br />
art instructor. Limited to 12 students. Ages 6-12.<br />
Tue, 4-6pm; thru June 2020. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Velvet Elephant Art Center, 207 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.<br />
(530)926-2297.<br />
Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join<br />
the fun at this weekly needlework event. An<br />
experienced instructor is available to help, whether<br />
you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles<br />
wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free.<br />
1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center,<br />
5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta.<br />
Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the<br />
5th.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Weed. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Tue & Th, 10-<br />
11:30am. See the 5th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Los Molinos. Engaging<br />
theme-based storytime activities designed to<br />
enhance cognitive, language, physical, creative<br />
& social-emotional development. Ages 6 & under.<br />
Tue, 10am; thru June 2020. Free. Los Molinos<br />
Branch Library, 7881 Hwy 99E. (530)527-0607.<br />
Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness<br />
classes taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets<br />
kids moving & promotes motor & social skills,<br />
cooperative play, athletic development & healthy<br />
habits. Ages 4-12. Tue/Th, 4:20pm. See the 5th.<br />
13|WEDNESDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this<br />
special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Bittie Baby & Me: Baby Massage Basics; Chico.<br />
This class series promotes infant wellness & safety<br />
with current info - new topic each week. Make<br />
friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-<br />
12pm. $20/class (free if you delivered at Enloe).<br />
Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center, 251<br />
Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970.<br />
Cal Bear’s Kid Session; Chico. Young skaters<br />
enjoy open skating & instruction. Ages 12 & under.<br />
Wed, 10:30am-12:30pm. $6.25, includes skates<br />
(parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. <strong>North</strong> Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd.<br />
(530)893-3276.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm.<br />
Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave.<br />
(530)345-1617.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Jazz II & Concert Band: Bach To Basie; Chico.<br />
Enjoy a wide array of music, including Bach, Reed,<br />
Barnes, big band, fusion & a march or two all in<br />
one concert. All ages. 7:30pm. Free. Harlen Adams<br />
Theatre, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152.<br />
Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity<br />
designed just for kids. Ages 12 & under. Wed,<br />
3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St.<br />
(530)846-3323.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily,<br />
12-6pm; thru 1/20. $12/person, includes rental<br />
skates. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway.<br />
(530)872-6393.
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Oroville. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am.<br />
Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave.<br />
(530)538-7642.<br />
Preservation Hall Jazz Band; Chico. With special<br />
guest Yusa (a Cuban singer/songwriter), Preservation<br />
Hall’s authentic Cuban jazz is sure to cause<br />
heads to turn. Ages all. 7:30pm. $15-$40. Laxson<br />
Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Crafty Kids; Willows. Children get creative at this<br />
fun weekly event with make-&-take crafting activities.<br />
Ages 7 & up. Wed, drop in any time between<br />
1-4pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen<br />
St. (530)934-5156.<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music<br />
& a related craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am. Free.<br />
Orland Branch Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Children’s Beginning To Intermediate Sewing<br />
Class; Redding. Sewers will learn many techniques<br />
based on their skill level. Projects include<br />
drawstring bag, apron, skirt, zipper pouch & more.<br />
Ages 7-17. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm; thru 12/11. $100;<br />
must pre-reg. Redding Fashion Alliance, 1698<br />
Market St. (530)276-0458.<br />
Climbing Your Family Tree With DNA; Redding.<br />
Discover your history as this class covers the<br />
basics of DNA testing, research, tree building,<br />
3rd party tools & working your DNA matches to<br />
link them to your tree. Age 18 & up. Mon, 6-8pm.<br />
$45; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56<br />
Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 5<br />
& under & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm.<br />
Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St.<br />
(530)335-4317.<br />
Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative<br />
storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children<br />
of all ages welcome, especially those with special<br />
needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
S.T.E.A.M. – Project Wild; Redding. Project Wild<br />
is a wildlife-based conservation & environmental<br />
education program that fosters responsible actions<br />
toward wildlife & related natural resources. Youth<br />
will do hands-on interactive activities to delve into<br />
the environments, ecosystems & human behaviors<br />
that affect our wildlife. Healthy snack provided. Ages<br />
5-13. Wed, 5:30-7:30pm; thru 12/18. Free; must prereg.<br />
MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4095.<br />
Wine Down Wednesday Workshop; Redding.<br />
Enjoy a way to connect with family & friends at<br />
this DIY workshop. Select a wood project from the<br />
gallery with step-by-step instructions provided &<br />
create your own unique wood sign. Ages 21 & up.<br />
6-9pm. $68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush Creative<br />
Studio, 1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong> Group: Discipline That Works; Redding.<br />
Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple<br />
P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm.<br />
See the 6th.<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. See the 2nd.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Children’s Storytime; Dunsmuir. Children of all<br />
ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack.<br />
Adult must accompany child. Wed, 4-5pm. Free.<br />
Dunsmuir Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave.<br />
(530)235-2035.<br />
Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to<br />
get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, chat & find out<br />
what the resource center has to offer. Free. Wed,<br />
9:30-11am. Dunsmuir Community Resource<br />
Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different<br />
storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each<br />
week. All ages. Wed, 10-11am. Free. Yreka Library,<br />
719 4th St. (530)841-4175.<br />
Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 5<br />
& under enjoy fun stories & sing along to music.<br />
An adult must accompany young children. Wed,<br />
10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 E.<br />
Alma St. (530)926-2031.<br />
Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate;<br />
Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep<br />
dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm.<br />
See the 6th.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
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TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Red Bluff. Engaging themebased<br />
storytime activities designed to enhance<br />
cognitive skills, language, physical, creative & social-emotional<br />
development. Ages 6 & under. Wed,<br />
10am; thru June 2020. Free. Red Bluff Branch<br />
Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0607.<br />
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BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect<br />
with your little one during this special storytime.<br />
Ages 18mos & under. Th, 10:30-11am. Free. Oroville<br />
Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-<br />
10am. Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow<br />
Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs &<br />
activities for children & parents/caregivers. Ages 5<br />
& under. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library,<br />
2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835.<br />
Storytime; Chico. Sensory sensitive storytime for<br />
all abilities. All ages. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Theatre Production: “She Kills Monsters”;<br />
Chico. This high energy dramatic comedy helps<br />
you reconnect with your inner geek & warrior. All<br />
ages. 11/14-16, 7:30pm. $8-$20. Wismer Theatre,<br />
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400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152.<br />
Thursday Nights At Monca; Chico. Enjoy art,<br />
culture & live music. All ages. 2nd Th, 6-8pm. Free.<br />
900 Esplanade. (530)487-7272.<br />
Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action<br />
rhymes. Ages 3 & under. Th, 10am & 11am.<br />
Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.<br />
(530)891-2726.<br />
Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers<br />
welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 7th.<br />
Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on<br />
cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/<br />
Th 3:30-5pm. See the 5th.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily,<br />
12-6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun.<br />
Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun<br />
(11am). All ages. See the 3rd.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Babies & Books; Orland. Babies & parents<br />
enjoy storytime together. Ages 2.5 & under. Th,<br />
11am. Free. Orland Branch Library, 333 Mill St.<br />
(530)865-1640.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Happy Valley Play Group; Happy Valley. Enjoy<br />
weekly storytime, craft, singing & socializing. Ages<br />
5 & under. Th, 8-9am. Free; must pre-reg. Happy<br />
Valley Primary School Rm. 9, 16300 Cloverdale Rd.<br />
(530)357-2131.<br />
IEP Prep Training & Webinar; Redding. Participate<br />
in a training to learn about all aspects of the<br />
Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.<br />
Training will be provided in-person & via webinar.<br />
Ages 3-18. 6-8pm. Free; must pre-reg. Rowell<br />
Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek Rd., Ste.<br />
A. (530)226-5129.<br />
Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small<br />
birds, short birds, tall birds. Learn about them<br />
all. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-<br />
11am. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50; ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay<br />
Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge<br />
Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Palo Cedro Farmers Market & Craft Fair. This<br />
certified farmers market features several varieties<br />
of freshly harvested micro greens & more. The<br />
crafts section has vendors with candles, lotions,<br />
jewelry, soap, crocheted & hand-sewn goodies.<br />
All ages. Th, 3-6pm; year-round. Free. Palo Cedro<br />
Guild, 22307 Old 44 Dr. (530)547-3788.<br />
Passport To Their Future: Goals & Services Training<br />
& Webinar; Redding. Participants will learn about<br />
special education law as it pertains to transition. Training<br />
will be provided in-person & via webinar. Ages 14-<br />
22. 10am-12pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment,<br />
3330 Churn Creek Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
PlayGym; Redding. This class helps little ones<br />
grow & thrive by promoting motor, mental & social<br />
development thru gymnastics, song, dance & play.<br />
Ages 3-5. Th, 10:15-11am. $7/class (Y members<br />
$5/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Preschool Story Hour; Redding. Support high<br />
school students learning about early childhood education<br />
in their Career & Technical Education (CTE)<br />
course by visiting a special storytime with activities.<br />
Children learn early literacy & enjoy a snack.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong>s check in at main office where students will<br />
be waiting to escort you to story hour. Ages 1-4;<br />
parent participation req. Th, 9-10am; thru 11/14.<br />
Free; must pre-reg. Enterprise Highschool, 3411<br />
Churn Creek Rd. (530)440-4006.<br />
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Redding. Children enjoy a weekly storytime<br />
with matching activities. Stories center around<br />
a monthly theme; includes a book bag to take<br />
home each month to encourage family reading<br />
time. Ages 2-5. Th, 9-10am; thru 12/5. $5/class (Y<br />
members $3). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court<br />
St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on<br />
art themes, this storytime welcomes children of<br />
all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Rockin’ Reptiles; Redding. Come meet some of<br />
Turtle Bay’s scaly or slithering ambassadors in<br />
this up close encounter, with different animals<br />
presented each week. All ages. Th, 2-2:15pm; thru<br />
12/27. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Storytime; Anderson. Enjoy I Know an Old Lady<br />
Who Swallowed a Fly along with a puppet show<br />
from local author Linda Boyden. Stay for I Know<br />
an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie & pie tasting<br />
provided by Marie Callendar’s restaurant. Sticker<br />
crafts provided by First 5 Shasta. Ages 5 & under.<br />
Th, 3:30pm. Free. Anderson Branch Library, 3200<br />
W. Center St. (530)365-7685.<br />
Homeschool PE; Redding. Children in grades K<br />
thru 8 build physical fitness & enhance skill development<br />
with age-appropriate activities. Free with Y<br />
membership. Tue & Th, 3-4pm. See the 5th.<br />
Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a<br />
great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility,<br />
balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm.<br />
See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon,<br />
4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 4th.<br />
Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a<br />
blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks &<br />
much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am.<br />
See the 5th.<br />
Storytime; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading<br />
at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For<br />
ages 5 & under. Th, 3:30pm. See the 7th.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Have You Heard About ACES?; Dunsmuir. Learn<br />
more about ACEs thru videos & discussion about<br />
the effects of adverse childhood experiences<br />
in shaping adult behaviors & health. Dinner &<br />
childcare provided. For adults. 5:30-7:30pm. Free.<br />
Dunsmuir Elementary School, 4760 Siskiyou Ave.<br />
(530)235-4400.<br />
How To Bullyproof Your Child; Weed. Learn how<br />
to teach your children to stand up for themselves<br />
assertively & develop social skills & empathy<br />
that will buffer them from the stress of teasing &<br />
bullying later in life. Dinner & childcare provided.<br />
For adults. 5:30-7:30pm. Free. Siskiyou Child Care<br />
Council, 152 Boles St. (530)938-9914.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance<br />
Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment<br />
develops technique & skills at the intermediate<br />
level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm.<br />
See the 7th.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Dunsmuir. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity &<br />
sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Th, 10:30am-12pm.<br />
See the 7th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Weed. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Tue & Th, 10-<br />
11:30am. See the 5th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness<br />
classes taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets<br />
kids moving & promotes motor & social skills,<br />
cooperative play, athletic development & healthy<br />
habits. Ages 4-12. Tue/Th, 4:20pm. See the 5th.<br />
15|FRIDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Billboard Top 40 Skate Night; Chico. Open to everyone.<br />
Bring your friends & have fun roller skating<br />
to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All<br />
ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8-$9 per session, skate<br />
rental $2.50-$3.50. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Family Movie Night: “Toy Story 4”; Chico Enjoy<br />
family movie night at the Chico Mall with the ones<br />
you love most. Chili’s is offering a free kids meal<br />
with purchase of an adult meal for kids 12 & under<br />
each movie night. No outside food or drink. Movies<br />
begin at 7pm near Dick’s Sporting Goods. All ages.<br />
3rd Fri, 7pm-9pm. Free. Chico Mall, 1950 E. 20th<br />
St., Ste. 727. (530)343-0706.<br />
Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym<br />
is open for play for ages walking-5yrs with an<br />
adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fri, 10am-<br />
12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1; cash or<br />
check only. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr.<br />
(530)893-4967.<br />
Guild Of Games; Chico. A tabletop gaming<br />
program. All ages. Fri, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Play Date; Chico. Bring your friends & make<br />
some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am-12pm. Free.<br />
Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave.<br />
(530)345-1617.<br />
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Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting<br />
fun for ages 5 & under. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley<br />
Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.<br />
Theatre Production: “She Kills Monsters”;<br />
Chico. This high energy dramatic comedy helps<br />
you reconnect with your inner geek & warrior. All<br />
ages. 11/14-16, 7:30pm. $8-$20. Wismer Theatre,<br />
400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152.<br />
Toy Van Visit; Oroville. From tumbling mats to<br />
tricycles, parents may check out toys from the<br />
van for 1 month; provided by Valley Oak Children’s<br />
Services. 10-11am. Free. Gridley Branch Library,<br />
299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization<br />
program for teens with autism & other<br />
developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem<br />
& friendships & learn to become self-advocates.<br />
Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great<br />
herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds,<br />
carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
appts Mon-Sat avail. See the 1st.<br />
Dream Big!<br />
Complete Dance Programs For All Ages (2-Adult) – All Levels<br />
Classical Ballet Program • Tap • Jazz • Hip-Hop • Contemporary<br />
Lyrical • Break Dancing • Pre-Dance • Dance Conditioning<br />
Home of Chico Community Ballet & Synthesis Dance Company<br />
1144 W. 1st St., Chico • 530.893.9028 • chicocreekdancecentre.com<br />
Support the student actors in the "Guys & Dolls" Fall Musical Presented By University Preparatory School in<br />
Redding! This musical comedy will be available for all to see two weekends in a row at the David Marr Auditorium.<br />
See the 15th. (Shasta County)<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young<br />
children learn sign language & socialize during a<br />
circle time that includes a welcome song, reading<br />
books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play<br />
& more. Ages 5 & under. Fri, 11am. See the 1st.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with black<br />
light bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the1st.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Relationships; Redding. Did you know<br />
that animals also have family trees that can be<br />
followed thru taxonomy? Come to this engaging<br />
program & learn how some of Turtle Bay’s animals<br />
relate to each other or even to the animals in your<br />
home. All ages. Fri, 2-2:15pm; thru 12/27. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Beginning Drawing With Lindsay Inoue; Cottonwood.<br />
Art instructor Lindsay Inoue will break down the<br />
art of drawing to its most basic elements & principles.<br />
Ages 8 & up. Every other Fri, 1-2pm; thru 12/13. $25.<br />
Willow House, 22633 Venzke Rd. (530)524-7958.<br />
Beginning Watercolor With Lindsay Inoue;<br />
Cottonwood. Explore the watercolor medium thru a<br />
series of abstract exercises, as well as figurative &<br />
landscape paintings. Ages 13 & up. Every other Fri,<br />
2:30-4pm $25. Willow House, 22633 Venzke Rd.<br />
(530)524-7958.<br />
“Guys & Dolls” Fall Musical Presented By<br />
University Preparatory School; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
colorful world of underground dice-slinging, glitzy<br />
showgirls & high-stakes romance in one of America’s<br />
most enduring musical comedies. All ages. Fri<br />
& Sat, 7pm; thru 11/23. 2pm Sat matinees. $10/<br />
children; $20/adults & seniors. David Marr Auditorium,<br />
2200 Eureka Way. (530)245-2790.<br />
Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing<br />
on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime<br />
welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am.<br />
Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave.<br />
(530)245-7250.<br />
Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly<br />
playdate for children & parents. Find park updates<br />
on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook<br />
page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free.<br />
Roam Story Hour; Redding. Enjoy good books, the<br />
perfect storyteller & puppets. Ages 8 & under. Fri, 9am.<br />
Free with entry fee; $8/child; +$5/add’l child. Roam<br />
Playspace, 940 Hilltop Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
Don't miss the Colors Of Christmas Red Bluff <strong>2019</strong> Christmas Parade! Register to participate in the parade or<br />
simply save your spot on the sidewalk to see the show! See the 30th. (Tehama County) Photo by Red Bluff Chamber<br />
Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does<br />
your child love Legos? This group is a great way<br />
for kids to get together with other kids with diverse<br />
abilities who share that affection. Ages 5-12. Fri,<br />
3:30-4:30pm; thru 12/21. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek<br />
Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
Thankful Fri-Yay Workshop; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
way to connect with family & friends at this DIY<br />
workshop. Select a wood project from the gallery<br />
with step-by-step instructions provided & create<br />
your own unique wood sign. Ages 21 & up. 6-9pm.<br />
$68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush Creative Studio,<br />
1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring<br />
the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun.<br />
4-5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Friday Toddler Time; Redding. A fun way to let<br />
your little ones get their wiggles out. The park<br />
opens before normal business hours for little ones<br />
to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am<br />
& 10-11am. See the 1st.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room.<br />
All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding.<br />
Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun.<br />
Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 1st.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history &<br />
location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities<br />
for activities & fun for the whole family. All<br />
ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec <strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
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BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Chinese Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime<br />
features stories & songs in Chinese. 3rd Sat, 3pm.<br />
Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.<br />
(530)891-2726.<br />
FRRPD Turkey Trot 5k & Fun Run/Walk;<br />
Oroville. Start a new tradition or continue<br />
an old one at this turkey trot. Enjoy the flat loop<br />
course along the Feather River on a combination of<br />
groomed trails, asphalt roadways & cement sidewalks.<br />
All ages. 7am reg; 8:15am run. $15/$25.<br />
Riverbend Park, Montgomery St. (530)533-2011.<br />
Grandparenting Class; Chico. If you have a<br />
new grandchild on the way, this class is for you.<br />
Join other grandparents & learn infant/child CPR<br />
techniques, infant safe sleep recommendations,<br />
the benefits of breastfeeding & tips on how to support<br />
your adult child & his/her family. For adults.<br />
9am-12pm. $45/person. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.<br />
Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970.<br />
Holiday Vintage & Artisan Faire; Chico.<br />
Enjoy holiday food, delights & Christmas<br />
tree raffles. Enjoy hearty hors d’oeuvres, craft beer<br />
& wine tasting, vintage décor, hand-crafted arts &<br />
gifts. All ages. 3pm-7pm. $25. Chico Elks Lodge,<br />
4139 Willow Landing Rd. (530)680-2405.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr.<br />
Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a<br />
docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville.<br />
Each week features a different easy/moderate<br />
3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am<br />
sharp, call to confirm. Lake Oroville Visitors Center,<br />
917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Santa Arrives At Chico Mall. Join Chico<br />
Mall to welcome Santa for the holiday season.<br />
1st 100 kids waiting for Santa receive goody<br />
bags. Enjoy face painting & holiday craft. Find updates<br />
on Chico Mall’s Facebook page. All ages. 1pm.<br />
Free. 1950 E. 20th St. Ste. 727. (530)570-5509.<br />
Saturday Activities; Chico. Enjoy Saturdays at Gateway<br />
Science Museum for fun & worthwhile activities<br />
that have to do with different & interesting subjects<br />
each week. All ages. 12-2pm. Free with museum<br />
admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science<br />
Museum, 625 Esplanade Ave. (530)898-4121.<br />
Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276.<br />
Saturday Storytime; Chico. Children of all ages<br />
will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031<br />
Barnes & Noble, Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy.<br />
(530)894-1494.<br />
Theatre Production: “She Kills Monsters”; Chico.<br />
This high energy dramatic comedy helps you<br />
reconnect with your inner geek & warrior. All ages.<br />
7:30pm & 2pm. $8-$20. Wismer Theatre, 400 W.<br />
1st St. (530)898-5152.<br />
Toastmasters Gavel Club Meeting; Chico. An<br />
affiliate of Toastmasters International, Gavel Club<br />
gives kids the same experience as a regular<br />
Toastmasters Club. The program helps children be<br />
assertive & find joy in speaking & active listening.<br />
Ages 18 & under. 1st & 3rd Sat, 4:30-5:30pm; thru<br />
Dec <strong>2019</strong>. Free. Mountain Mike’s Pizza banquet<br />
room, 1105 W. 5th St. (530)228-6120.<br />
Women Of Distinction; Chico. 4 Chico Women<br />
of Distinction will discuss their achievements<br />
that affect the <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> in water sustainability.<br />
All ages. 10am. Free. Pleasant Valley Recreation<br />
Center, 2320 <strong>North</strong> Ave. (530)896-1240.<br />
Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo<br />
skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm.<br />
Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320<br />
Broadway. (530)893-0545.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 1st.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join<br />
Roller-Roo in a session; little ones in strollers welcome.<br />
Ages 10 & under. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with<br />
black light bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See<br />
the 2nd.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
“Guys & Dolls” Fall Musical Presented By<br />
University Preparatory School; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
colorful world of underground dice-slinging, glitzy<br />
showgirls & high-stakes romance in one of America’s<br />
most enduring musical comedies. All ages. Fri<br />
& Sat, 7pm; thru 11/23. 2pm Sat matinees. $10/<br />
children; $20/adults & seniors. David Marr Auditorium,<br />
2200 Eureka Way. (530)245-2790.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop<br />
Dr. (530)223-9514.<br />
Pick Your Project Workshop; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
way to connect with family & friends at this DIY<br />
workshop. Select a wood project from the gallery<br />
with step-by-step instructions provided & create<br />
your own unique wood sign. Ages 21 & up. 6-9pm.<br />
$68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush Creative Studio,<br />
1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
38 <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> • Serving Upper California Since 1993
GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Saturday Storytime; Redding. Storytime fun for<br />
ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. Barnes & Noble, 1260<br />
Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006.<br />
Science Saturday: Sustainable Science; Redding.<br />
Learn more about the importance of keeping our<br />
beautiful Earth healthy thru science experiments &<br />
activities that are all about sustaining our world. All<br />
ages. 11am-3pm. Free for members or with park<br />
admission, $12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration<br />
Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Survival! Indoor Animal Show; Redding. This<br />
30-min adventure will have you face to face with<br />
some of Turtle Bay’s favorite animals as they fly,<br />
crawl, or walk on by. All ages. Sat, 2-2:30pm; thru<br />
2/15. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Exhibition; Redding.<br />
This high-tech & high-intensity exhibition lets<br />
you discover what genomic science can tell you<br />
about disease. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat &<br />
Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion Exhibition;<br />
Redding. Delve into science, language, history &<br />
mathematics in this hands-on, immersive treasure<br />
hunt of an exhibition. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Pokémon League; Anderson. League events are a great<br />
way to learn game basics & get the feel for Pokémon<br />
competitive play. Using your own cards & Pokémon video<br />
games, you can play, trade & earn cool prizes. Ages<br />
5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 11/30. See the 2nd.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room.<br />
All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night; Redding. Unlimited bowling,<br />
laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages<br />
5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 2nd.<br />
Saturday Toddler Time; Redding. Rare Air opens<br />
before their normal business hours to let little ones<br />
jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 2nd.<br />
Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens &<br />
young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Children’s Storytime; Weed. Ages 3 & under enjoy<br />
storytime at 10:30am & ages 4-7 enjoy storytime<br />
at 11am. Adult must accompany child. Sat, 10:30-<br />
11:30am. Free. Weed Branch Library, 150 Alamo<br />
Ave. (530)938-4767.<br />
Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn<br />
ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors.<br />
Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 2nd.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff. Yearround<br />
certified market features locally grown products<br />
including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs<br />
& artisan food products & crafts. 9am-12pm, rain or<br />
shine; year-round. 100 Main St. (530)527-6220.<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a farm.<br />
Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing requires<br />
2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/Tue/Th or<br />
Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. See the 2nd.<br />
17|SUNDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film suitable<br />
for all ages. Sun, 2pm. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Santa Photos & Visits At Chico Mall. Join<br />
Chico Mall to welcome Santa for the holiday<br />
season. Take photos with the jolly man himself.<br />
Find updates on Chico Mall’s Facebook page. All<br />
ages. 11/16-12/24. Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm; Sun,<br />
11am-6pm. Package prices vary. 1950 E. 20th St.<br />
Ste. 727. (530)570-5509.<br />
Theatre Production: “She Kills Monsters”;<br />
Chico. This high energy dramatic comedy helps<br />
you reconnect with your inner geek & warrior. All<br />
ages. 2pm. $8-$20. Wismer Theatre, 400 W. 1st St.<br />
(530)898-5152.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational<br />
Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off<br />
with a visit to support this wildlife foundation, which<br />
provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic &<br />
native species, educational programs, guided tours<br />
& more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 1st.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun.<br />
Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun<br />
(11am). All ages. See the 3rd.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Parade; Redding. Take a stroll with Spike<br />
the porcupine, Sweet Pea the skunk & other Turtle<br />
Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the<br />
way thru the park; weather permitting. All ages.<br />
Sun, 2-2:15pm; thru 2/16. Free for members or<br />
with park admission, $12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay<br />
Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge<br />
Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
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Special Holiday Performance!<br />
Christmas Preview<br />
Nov 24th, 4:30-6:30pm at the studio<br />
Holiday Performance & Recital<br />
Dec 14th, 3:30 & 5pm at the Chico Mall<br />
Big Blue Blocks; Redding. Play, build & create<br />
with the big blue blocks. The big blue blocks are<br />
child-directed & open-ended; they encourage<br />
self-expression thru deep, joyful play. All ages.<br />
1-4pm. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Free Old-Time Fiddle Jams; Palo Cedro. Enjoy the<br />
sounds & sights of fiddles, flattop guitars & more<br />
as you sit back or dance to old-time bluegrass &<br />
Americana music. All ages. 3rd Sun, 1-4pm; thru<br />
Dec <strong>2019</strong>. Free. Palo Cedro Community Hall, 22037<br />
Old Forty-Four Dr. (530)200-4820.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes<br />
& ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri, 6-7pm or<br />
Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting. See the 1st.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location<br />
of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities<br />
for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages.<br />
Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec <strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
TEHEMA COUNTY<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a farm.<br />
Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing requires<br />
2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/Tue/Th or<br />
Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. See the 2nd.<br />
18|MONDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Lyme Disease Support Group; Chico. Offers<br />
monthly support for those suffering with Lyme<br />
disease and their families, friends & caregivers. 3rd<br />
Mon, 5:30-7pm. Free. <strong>North</strong>wood Commons Clubhouse<br />
at <strong>North</strong>wood Commons Place, W. Lassen<br />
Ave. (530)877-6666.<br />
Nature’s ABC’s Drop-In Program; Chico. Families<br />
with children can enjoy crafts, animal visits & a<br />
guided exploration of Bidwell Park. Each week has<br />
530-345-2505 • 627 Broadway St. #100, Chico<br />
www.KineticsAcademyofDance.com<br />
a different letter & nature theme. Not a drop-off<br />
event. Ages 5 & under. Mon, 10-11am; thru 5/18.<br />
Free. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th St. in<br />
lower Bidwell Park. (530)891-4671.<br />
Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention<br />
program for children with autism that helps<br />
develop socialization, behavioral & communication<br />
skills. Ages 4-7. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 4th.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime<br />
for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 2 & under.<br />
Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100<br />
Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.<br />
Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can<br />
play board & video games in the library’s story<br />
room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Holiday Gift Canning; Redding. Learn how<br />
to make a chutney or conserve & how to<br />
use cranberries & apples in home canning. Take<br />
home recipes & jars of product prepared in class.<br />
Ages 18 & up. Sat, 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Call<br />
for location. (530)225-4095.<br />
King’s Brotherhood; Redding. Empowers boys to develop<br />
strong leadership skills, self-identity & healthy relationships.<br />
Thru the use of anecdotes, group activities<br />
& reflections, boys will develop strategies for creating<br />
safe social climates & maintaining healthy friendships.<br />
A delicious & nutritious meal is provided. Ages 8-12.<br />
Mon, 5:30-7:30pm; thru 12/16. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4095.<br />
Positively Girls Club: Girls With Ideas; Redding.<br />
This research-based curriculum utilizes innovative<br />
lesson plans to teach girls to collaborate with<br />
each other while finding their own unique voice<br />
& leadership style. A delicious & nutritious meal<br />
is provided. Ages 9-13. Mon, 5:30-7:30pm; thru<br />
12/16. Free; must pre-reg. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan<br />
St. (530)225-4095.<br />
Thrive Hour; Redding. Mondays are for parents.<br />
Thru coaching exercises & an on-site coach, Roam<br />
creates a space for you to explore new levels of<br />
empowerment in your individual & parenting life.<br />
All ages. Mon, 9am-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
child; +$5/add’l child. Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop<br />
Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Tiny Tots; Redding. A social-recreational program<br />
that offers developmentally appropriate activities<br />
for preschoolers. Children acquire social &<br />
emotional skills as well as math, literacy, & science<br />
concepts. Ages 3-5. Mon-Th, 8:30am-12:30pm;<br />
thru 12/5. $160; must pre-reg. Enterprise Community<br />
Room, 4300 Victor Ave. 530)225-4095.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well<br />
as those who have sewing experience. Beginners<br />
will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants &<br />
backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June<br />
2020. See the 4th.<br />
Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a<br />
great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility,<br />
balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm.<br />
See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon,<br />
4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 4th.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series<br />
is designed for beginners as well as those who have<br />
sewing experience. Beginners will make a pillowcase,<br />
apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/<br />
Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June 2020. See the 4th.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
Sign your dancer up for Jojo's Dance Party at California Dance Company in Anderson! Dancers will dance to music<br />
made by Jojo Siwa. See the 9th. (Shasta County)<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels &<br />
ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain<br />
Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn<br />
with your young child thru exploration, creativity &<br />
sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages<br />
5 & under. Mon, 10:30am-12pm. See the 4th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Corning. Engaging themebased<br />
storytime activities designed to enhance<br />
cognitive skills, language, physical, creative &<br />
social-emotional development. Ages 6 & under.<br />
Mon, 10am; thru June 2020. Free. Corning Branch<br />
Library, 740 Third St. (530)527-0607.<br />
19|TUESDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-<br />
10am. Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow<br />
Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work<br />
on while enjoying the company of other yarn<br />
enthusiasts. For adults. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Oroville<br />
Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs<br />
& crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico<br />
Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression<br />
of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where<br />
advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral &<br />
communication skills are encouraged for children<br />
with autism & other socially-related disabilities.<br />
Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. See the 5th.<br />
Cheap Skate Night; Chico. This fun night of roller<br />
skating features weekly themes, games & family<br />
hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 5th.<br />
Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on<br />
cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/<br />
Th 3:30-5pm. See the 5th.<br />
Painting & Drawing Lessons; Chico. Artist &<br />
instructor Janet Lombardi Blixt invites children &<br />
adults to enjoy creative exploration with painting<br />
& drawing in a supportive & friendly instructional<br />
atmosphere. After-school & homeschool classes<br />
avail. Ages 7 & up. Tue-Th, 1-2:30pm. See the 5th.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime<br />
& craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows<br />
Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Family Night Jump Time; Redding. Bring the<br />
whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled<br />
environment – it’s healthy, active fun. All ages. Tue,<br />
2-8pm. $9/hour; $2 add’l hour. Rare Air Trampoline<br />
Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206.<br />
Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children<br />
have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics<br />
course. Ages 5 & up. Mon/Tue/Fri, 4pm.<br />
$68/month. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St.<br />
(530)222-4496.<br />
Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime,<br />
crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-<br />
11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview<br />
Ave. (530)245-7253.<br />
Sensory Bin Hour; Redding. Allows children &<br />
parents to explore different sensations & to create<br />
the perfect little bin-sized make-believe world.<br />
Ages 1-8. Tue, 9-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
SERVING CHICO SINCE 1982<br />
Athletic Horizons<br />
G Y M N A S T I C S C E N T E R<br />
Gymnastics Fun for Children of<br />
All Ages Beginning at 18mo<br />
Birthday Parties and Field Trips<br />
National Safety Certified Instructors<br />
Gift Certificates Available!<br />
child; +$5/add’l children. Roam Playspace, 940<br />
Hilltop Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Storytime; Redding. Register with your little one<br />
to enjoy a story & fun activities that foster small &<br />
large motor skills, plus early reading & math skills.<br />
Healthy snack & book giveaway included. Ages 5<br />
& under. 3rd Tue, 9-10:30am. Free. Bright Futures<br />
Children Center, 1345 Liberty St. (530)276-0506.<br />
Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading<br />
at this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 5 &<br />
under, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free.<br />
Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics<br />
waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710.<br />
Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer?<br />
Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan<br />
events, make & donate things to the community<br />
& help make Shasta Public Libraries great.<br />
Ages 12-18. Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free.<br />
Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave.<br />
(530)245-7261.<br />
Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages<br />
12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Tue,<br />
6-7pm. See the 6th.<br />
Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while<br />
instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All<br />
ages & levels. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 6th.<br />
Homeschool PE; Redding. Children in grades K<br />
thru 8 build physical fitness & enhance skill development<br />
with age-appropriate activities. Free with Y<br />
membership. Tu & Th, 3-4pm. See the 7th.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well<br />
as those who have sewing experience. Beginners<br />
will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants &<br />
backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June<br />
2020. See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome.<br />
Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See<br />
the 4th.<br />
Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a<br />
blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks &<br />
much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am.<br />
See the 5th.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series<br />
is designed for beginners as well as those who have<br />
sewing experience. Beginners will make a pillowcase,<br />
apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/<br />
Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June 2020. See the 4th.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Art Mentorship For Kids; Mt. Shasta. Embark<br />
on a weekly art adventure to learn the many<br />
fundamental skills of art with an award-winning<br />
visionary art instructor. Limited to 12 students.<br />
Ages 6-12. Tue, 4-6pm; thru June 2020. Free;<br />
must pre-reg. Velvet Elephant Art Center, 207 N.<br />
Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2297.<br />
Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join<br />
Sign up<br />
Anytime!<br />
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the fun at this weekly needlework event. An<br />
experienced instructor is available to you, whether<br />
you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles<br />
wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free.<br />
1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center,<br />
5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta.<br />
Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 5th.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Weed. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Tue & Th, 10-<br />
11:30am. See the 5th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Los Molinos. Engaging<br />
theme-based storytime activities designed to<br />
enhance cognitive, language, physical, creative<br />
& social-emotional development. Ages 6 & under.<br />
Tue, 10am; thru June 2020. Free. Los Molinos<br />
Branch Library, 7881 Hwy 99E. (530)527-0607.<br />
Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness<br />
classes taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets<br />
kids moving & promotes motor & social skills,<br />
cooperative play, athletic development & healthy<br />
habits. Ages 4-12. Tue/Th, 4:20pm. See the 5th.<br />
20|WEDNESDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this<br />
special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Bittie Baby & Me: Crying & Calming; Chico. This<br />
class series promotes infant wellness & safety with<br />
current info - new topic each week. Make friends<br />
in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. $20/<br />
class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe Mother<br />
& Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite<br />
120. (530)332-3970.<br />
Cal Bear’s Kid Session; Chico. Young skaters<br />
enjoy open skating & instruction. Ages 12 & under.<br />
Wed, 10:30am-12:30pm. $6.25, includes skates<br />
(parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or<br />
shine. <strong>North</strong> Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-<br />
3276.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm.<br />
Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave.<br />
(530)345-1617.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity<br />
designed just for kids. Ages 12 & under. Wed,<br />
3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St.<br />
(530)846-3323.<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Oroville. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am.<br />
Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave.<br />
(530)538-7642.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Crafty Kids; Willows. Children get creative at this<br />
fun weekly event with make-&-take crafting activities.<br />
Ages 7 & up. Wed, drop in any time between<br />
1-4pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen<br />
St. (530)934-5156.<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music<br />
& a related craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am. Free.<br />
Orland Branch Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding.<br />
Meets 1st & 3rd Wed, 6:30-8pm. Free. Shasta<br />
YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)440-6033.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 5<br />
& under & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm.<br />
Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St.<br />
(530)335-4317.<br />
Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative<br />
storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children<br />
of all ages welcome, especially those with special<br />
needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Teen Advisory Board; Anderson. Want to volunteer?<br />
Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan<br />
events, make & donate things to the community<br />
& help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages<br />
12-18. 1st & 3rd Wed, 4-5:30pm; thru 12/18.<br />
Free. Anderson Library, 3200 W. Center St.<br />
(530)245-7261.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong> Group: Discipline That Works; Redding.<br />
Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple<br />
P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm.<br />
See the 6th.<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. See the 2nd.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Children’s Storytime; Dunsmuir. Children of all<br />
ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack.<br />
Adult must accompany child. Wed, 4-5pm. Free.<br />
Dunsmuir Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave.<br />
(530)235-2035.<br />
Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to<br />
get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, chat & find out<br />
what the resource center has to offer. Free. Wed,<br />
9:30-11am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center,<br />
5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Make <strong>Parent</strong>ing A Pleasure; Yreka. In this 12-<br />
week evidence-based parenting class, you will<br />
get ideas to support your child’s development,<br />
deal with discipline challenges & learn more<br />
about communication, self-care, stress, & anger<br />
management. Dinner & childcare are provided. For<br />
parents of ages 8 & under. Wed, 5:30-7:30pm; thru<br />
12/11. Free; must pre-reg. Yreka Community Resource<br />
Center, 201 S. Broadway. (530)842-1313.<br />
Nature Walk: Truffles; Yreka. Bring the family to<br />
enjoy a guided nature walk with local field experts<br />
& learn more about mushrooms in the mountains.<br />
Rain or shine. 10am-4pm. Free. Meet at Yreka<br />
FWO, 1829 S. Oregon St. (530)842-5763.<br />
Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different<br />
storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each<br />
week. All ages. Wed, 10-11am. Free. Yreka Library,<br />
719 4th St. (530)841-4175.<br />
Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 5<br />
& under enjoy fun stories & sing along to music.<br />
An adult must accompany young children. Wed,<br />
10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 E.<br />
Alma St. (530)926-2031.<br />
Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate;<br />
Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep<br />
dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-<br />
7:45pm. See the 6th.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Red Bluff. Engaging themebased<br />
storytime activities designed to enhance<br />
cognitive skills, language, physical, creative & social-emotional<br />
development. Ages 6 & under. Wed,<br />
10am; thru June 2020. Free. Red Bluff Branch<br />
Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0607.<br />
21|THURSDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect<br />
with your little one during this special storytime.<br />
Ages 18mos & under. Th, 10:30-11am. Free. Oroville<br />
Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-<br />
10am. Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow<br />
Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs &<br />
activities for children & parents/caregivers. Ages 5<br />
& under. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library,<br />
2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835.<br />
Storytime; Chico. Sensory sensitive storytime for<br />
all abilities. All ages. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action<br />
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Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.<br />
(530)891-2726.<br />
Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers<br />
welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 7th.<br />
Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on<br />
cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star.<br />
Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 5th.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun.<br />
Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun<br />
(11am). All ages. See the 3rd.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Babies & Books; Orland. Babies & parents<br />
enjoy storytime together. Ages 2.5 & under. Th,<br />
11am. Free. Orland Branch Library, 333 Mill St.<br />
(530)865-1640.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
3rd Thursdays KIXE Film Night: “The First<br />
Rainbow Coalition”; Redding. Enjoy Independent<br />
Lens film & discussion. Ages 13 & up. 3rd Th, 6pm.<br />
Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave.<br />
(530)245-7252.<br />
IEP Prep Training & Webinar; Redding. Participate<br />
in a training to learn about all aspects of the<br />
Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.<br />
Training will be provided in-person & via webinar.<br />
Ages 3-18. 10am-12pm. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek<br />
Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
KIXE Storytime; Redding. Come listen to a story<br />
& enjoy songs, stickers & crafts. Take home a free<br />
book. Bring a pillow, favorite blanket or stuffed<br />
animal & friends. 3rd Th, 9-10:30am. Ages 5 &<br />
under. Free; must pre-reg. KIXE Volunteer Center,<br />
603 N. Market St. (530)243-5493 x112.<br />
Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small<br />
birds, short birds, tall birds. Learn about them all. For<br />
ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50;<br />
ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Palo Cedro Farmers Market & Craft Fair. This<br />
certified farmers market features several varieties<br />
of freshly harvested micro greens & more. The<br />
crafts section has vendors with candles, lotions,<br />
jewelry, soap, crocheted & hand-sewn goodies.<br />
All ages. Th, 3-6pm; year-round. Free. Palo Cedro<br />
Guild, 22307 Old 44 Dr. (530)547-3788.<br />
PlayGym; Redding. This class helps little ones<br />
grow & thrive by promoting motor, mental & social<br />
development thru gymnastics, song, dance & play.<br />
Ages 3-5. Th, 10:15-11am. $7/class (Y members<br />
$5/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St.<br />
(530)246-9622.<br />
Raising A Reader Read-To-Me Book Club;<br />
Redding. Children enjoy a weekly storytime<br />
with matching activities. Stories center around<br />
a monthly theme; includes a book bag to take<br />
home each month to encourage family reading<br />
time. Ages 2-5. Th, 9-10am; thru 12/5. $5/class (Y<br />
members $3). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court<br />
St. (530)246-9622.<br />
Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on<br />
art themes, this storytime welcomes children of<br />
all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Rockin’ Reptiles; Redding. Come meet some of<br />
Turtle Bay’s scaly or slithering ambassadors in<br />
this up close encounter, with different animals<br />
presented each week. All ages. Th, 2-2:15pm; thru<br />
12/27. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Storytime; Anderson. Thanksgiving will be<br />
celebrated with turkey stories, sticker & crafts<br />
from First 5 Shasta. Ages 5 & under. Th, 3:30pm.<br />
Free. Anderson Branch Library, 3200 W. Center St.<br />
(530)365-7685.<br />
Storytime; Shasta Lake. Celebrate the joys of<br />
reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting<br />
room. For ages 5 & under. 3rd Th, 3-3:30pm. Free.<br />
Shasta Lake Family Health & Dental Center, 4215<br />
Front St. (530)276-9168.<br />
Homeschool PE; Redding. Children in grades K<br />
thru 8 build physical fitness & enhance skill development<br />
with age-appropriate activities. Free with Y<br />
membership. Tue & Th, 3-4pm. See the 5th.<br />
Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a<br />
great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility,<br />
balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm.<br />
See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome.<br />
Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See<br />
the 4th.<br />
Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a<br />
blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks &<br />
much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am.<br />
See the 5th.<br />
Storytime. Celebrate the joys of reading at this<br />
weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 5 &<br />
under. Th, 3:30pm. See the 7th.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Adoptive <strong>Parent</strong>s Support Group; Mt. Shasta.<br />
This support group is open to adoptive, foster &<br />
relative caregivers. The focus of this group is to<br />
share parenting ideas, strategies & successes & to<br />
gather support from others in the same parenting<br />
situation. All ages. 9:30-11:30am. Free; must prereg.<br />
Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109<br />
E. Lake St. (530)879-3861.<br />
School CAFE; Mt. Shasta. School CAFE (Culinary<br />
Action for Education) meets monthly to find ways<br />
to bring healthy food & nutrition education into local<br />
schools with cheap & cheerful ways to educate<br />
families & the community as well. All ages. Th,<br />
4-5pm; thru 5/21. Free. Mount Shasta Elementary<br />
School, 501 Cedar St., room 10. (530)837-8608.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance<br />
Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment<br />
develops technique & skills at the intermediate<br />
level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm.<br />
See the 7th.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
Christmas comes early this year at the Downtown Chico Christmas Preview! Celebrate the upcoming holiday<br />
season at this special event that has been a town tradition since 1978. See the 24th. (Butte County)<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Dunsmuir. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each week<br />
to play & learn thru exploration, creativity & sensory<br />
play. Ages 5 & under. Th, 10:30am-12pm. See the 7th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Weed. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Tue & Th, 10-<br />
11:30am. See the 5th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness<br />
classes taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets<br />
kids moving & promotes motor & social skills,<br />
cooperative play, athletic development & healthy<br />
habits. Ages 4-12. Tue/Th, 4:20pm. See the 5th.<br />
22|FRIDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
42 <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> • Serving Upper California Since 1993<br />
Billboard Top 40 Skate Night; Chico. Open to everyone.<br />
Bring your friends & have fun roller skating<br />
to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All<br />
ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8-$9 per session, skate<br />
rental $2.50-$3.50. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Guild Of Games; Chico. A tabletop gaming<br />
program. All ages. Fri, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Play Date; Chico. Bring your friends & make some<br />
new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am-12pm. Free. Apple<br />
Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting<br />
fun for ages 5 & under. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley<br />
Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization<br />
program for teens with autism & other<br />
developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem<br />
& friendships & learn to become self-advocates.<br />
Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great<br />
herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds,<br />
carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
appts Mon-Sat avail. See the 1st.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young<br />
children learn sign language & socialize during a<br />
circle time that includes a welcome song, reading<br />
books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play<br />
& more. Ages 5 & under. Fri, 11am. See the 1st.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with<br />
black light bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See<br />
the 1st.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Relationships; Redding. Did you know<br />
that animals also have family trees that can be<br />
followed thru taxonomy? Come to this engaging<br />
program & learn how some of Turtle Bay’s animals<br />
relate to each other or even to the animals in your<br />
home. All ages. Fri, 2pm; thru 12/27. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
“Guys & Dolls” Fall Musical Presented By<br />
University Preparatory School; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
colorful world of underground dice-slinging, glitzy<br />
showgirls & high-stakes romance in one of America’s<br />
most enduring musical comedies. All ages. Fri<br />
& Sat, 7pm; thru 11/23. 2pm Sat matinees. $10/<br />
children; $20/adults & seniors. David Marr Auditorium,<br />
2200 Eureka Way. (530)245-2790.<br />
IFSP To IEP: What’s Next Training & Webinar;<br />
Redding. Review everything you need to know<br />
about your child’s transition from an IFSP to an<br />
IEP. Training will be provided in-person & via<br />
webinar. For parents with children ages 5 & under.<br />
10am-12pm. Free; must pre-reg. Rowell Family<br />
Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek Rd., Ste. A.<br />
(530)226-5129.<br />
Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing<br />
on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime<br />
welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am.<br />
Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave.<br />
(530)245-7250.<br />
Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly<br />
playdate for children & parents. Find park updates<br />
on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook<br />
page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free.<br />
Redding Sports LTD Ski & Board Swap; Redding.<br />
A great opportunity to buy or sell gently used ski &<br />
snowboard equipment & apparel. Reg on Fri, shop<br />
on Sat & Sun. Need not be present to sell. All ages.<br />
11/23 & 24; pre-reg 11/22. 9am-7pm (Sat); 10am-<br />
6pm (Sun). Free. Redding Sports LTD Parking Lot,<br />
950 Hilltop Dr. (530)221-7333.<br />
Roam Story Hour; Redding. Enjoy good books,<br />
the perfect storyteller & puppets. Ages 8 & under.<br />
Fri, 9am. Free with entry fee; $8/child; +$5/add’l<br />
child. Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop Dr., Ste. A.<br />
(530)215-1123.<br />
Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does<br />
your child love Legos? This group is a great way<br />
for kids to get together with other kids with diverse<br />
abilities who share that affection. Ages 5-12. Fri,<br />
3:30-4:30pm; thru 12/21. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek<br />
Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring<br />
the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun.<br />
4-5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Friday Toddler Time; Redding. A fun way to let<br />
your little ones get their wiggles out. The park<br />
opens before normal business hours for little ones<br />
to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am<br />
& 10-11am. See the 1st.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room.<br />
All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding.<br />
Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun.<br />
Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 1st.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
23|SATURDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Infant/Pediatric CPR Class; Chico. Learn infant/<br />
child CPR techniques, how to make your child’s<br />
environment safe & prevent the most common<br />
childhood accidents. <strong>Parent</strong>s/caregivers only.<br />
9-11:30am. $45/person, must pre-reg. Enloe<br />
Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset<br />
Rd., Ste. 120. (530)332-3970.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr.<br />
Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a<br />
docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville.<br />
Each week features a different easy/moderate<br />
3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am<br />
sharp, call to confirm. Lake Oroville Visitors Center,<br />
917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Santa Photos & Visits At Chico Mall.<br />
Join Chico Mall to welcome Santa for the<br />
holiday season. Take photos with the jolly man<br />
himself. Find updates on Chico Mall’s Facebook<br />
page. All ages. 11/16-12/24. Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm;<br />
Sun, 11am-6pm. Package prices vary. 1950 E.<br />
20th St. Ste. 727. (530)570-5509.<br />
Saturday Activities; Chico. Enjoy Saturdays at Gateway<br />
Science Museum for fun & worthwhile activities<br />
that have to do with different & interesting subjects<br />
each week. All ages. 12-2pm. Free with museum<br />
admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science<br />
Museum, 625 Esplanade Ave. (530)898-4121.<br />
Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276.<br />
Saturday Storytime; Chico. Children of all ages<br />
will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free.<br />
Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy.<br />
(530)894-1494.<br />
StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Wonderful program for<br />
beginning, struggling or reluctant readers. Children<br />
ages 5-11 read to trained, certified therapy dogs in a<br />
relaxing environment. 2nd & 4th Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico<br />
Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo<br />
skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm.<br />
Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320<br />
Broadway. (530)893-0545.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational<br />
Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with<br />
a visit to support this wildlife foundation, which<br />
provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic &<br />
native species, educational programs, guided tours<br />
& more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 1st.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join<br />
Roller-Roo in a session; little ones in strollers welcome.<br />
Ages 10 & under. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with black<br />
light bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 2nd.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Family Volunteer Day At Shasta Family YMCA;<br />
Redding. Help organize & sort non-perishable food<br />
& supplies as part of the youth program’s food<br />
& supply drive. Benefits the Y Club afterschool<br />
program & more. Families can purchase supplies,<br />
bring to the Y & help sort them for designated<br />
programs. All ages. 9-11am. Free. Shasta Family<br />
YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.<br />
First 5 Storytime; Redding. <strong>Parent</strong>s & young<br />
children have the opportunity to engage with one<br />
another thru story & play. All ages. 4th Sat, 11am-<br />
12pm. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
“Guys & Dolls” Fall Musical Presented By<br />
University Preparatory School; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
colorful world of underground dice-slinging, glitzy<br />
showgirls & high-stakes romance in one of America’s<br />
most enduring musical comedies. All ages. Fri<br />
& Sat, 7pm; thru 11/23. 2pm Sat matinees. $10/<br />
children; $20/adults & seniors. David Marr Auditorium,<br />
2200 Eureka Way. (530)245-2790.
GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop<br />
Dr. (530)223-9514.<br />
Pick Your Project Workshop; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
way to connect with family & friends at this DIY<br />
workshop. Select a wood project from the gallery<br />
with step-by-step instructions provided & create<br />
your own unique wood sign. Ages 21 & up. 6-9pm.<br />
$68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush Creative Studio,<br />
1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Recycle Day At Turtle Bay; Redding. Save your candy<br />
bar wrappers, granola bar packages, chip bags &<br />
snack bags of any size & bring them to Turtle Bay to<br />
be recycled. Enjoy games, face painting & activities.<br />
All ages. 10am-1pm. Free. Turtle Bay Exploration<br />
Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Redding Sports LTD Ski & Board Swap; Redding.<br />
A great opportunity to buy or sell gently used ski &<br />
snowboard equipment & apparel. Reg on Fri, shop<br />
on Sat & Sun. Need not be present to sell. All ages.<br />
11/23 & 24. 9am-7pm (Sat); 10am-6pm (Sun).<br />
Free. Redding Sports LTD Parking Lot, 950 Hilltop<br />
Dr. (530)221-7333.<br />
Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding.<br />
Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am.<br />
Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006.<br />
Survival! Indoor Animal Show; Redding. This<br />
30-min adventure will have you face to face with<br />
some of Turtle Bay’s favorite animals as they fly,<br />
crawl, or walk on by. All ages. Sat, 2pm; thru 2/15.<br />
Free for members or with park admission, $12.50-<br />
$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building,<br />
844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Exhibition; Redding.<br />
This high-tech & high-intensity exhibition lets<br />
you discover what genomic science can tell you<br />
about disease. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat &<br />
Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion Exhibition;<br />
Redding. Delve into science, language, history &<br />
mathematics in this hands-on, immersive treasure<br />
hunt of an exhibition. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Pokémon League; Anderson. League events are<br />
a great way to learn game basics & get the feel for<br />
Pokémon competitive play. Using your own cards &<br />
Pokémon video games, you can play, trade & earn<br />
cool prizes. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 11/30.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room.<br />
All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night; Redding. Unlimited bowling,<br />
laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages<br />
5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 2nd.<br />
Saturday Toddler Time; Redding. Rare Air opens<br />
before their normal business hours to let little ones<br />
jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 2nd.<br />
Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens &<br />
young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. See the 2nd.<br />
NUTCRACKER<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
14th Annual Holiday Gift Fair; Yreka.<br />
Features more than 70 vendors to start<br />
your holiday shopping. Food, crafts, gift baskets,<br />
wreaths, photos, jewelry, home décor & more. All<br />
ages. 9am-4pm. Free. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds,<br />
1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767.<br />
Children’s Storytime; Weed. Ages 3 & under enjoy<br />
storytime at 10:30am & ages 4-7 enjoy storytime<br />
at 11am. Adult must accompany child. Ages 7 &<br />
under. Sat, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Weed Branch<br />
Library, 150 Alamo Ave. (530)938-4767.<br />
Siskiyou Ice Rink Opening Day; Mt.<br />
Shasta. Enjoy skating on California’s only<br />
NHL-sized outdoor rink. All ages. 12:30-5pm or<br />
6-9pm; thru 2/17. $7-$10; ages 3 & under free;<br />
$3 skate rentals. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr.<br />
Rink & weather line: (530)926-1715.<br />
Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn<br />
ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors.<br />
Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 2nd.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff.<br />
Year-round certified market features locally grown<br />
products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats,<br />
honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts.<br />
9am-12pm, rain or shine; year-round. 100 Main St.<br />
(530)527-6220.<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a farm.<br />
Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing requires<br />
2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/Tue/Th or<br />
Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. See the 2nd.<br />
24|SUNDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Christmas Preview; Chico. Support talented<br />
local dancers & enjoy their performance<br />
of a magical Christmas preview. All ages. 4:30-<br />
6:30pm. Free. Kinetics Academy of Dance, 627<br />
Broadway St., Ste. 100. (530)345-2505.<br />
Downtown Chico Christmas Preview.<br />
Kicking off the holiday season since<br />
1978, Downtown Chico invites the community to<br />
delight in an evening filled with sights & sounds<br />
of the season. Stores don beautiful decorations,<br />
refreshments are served & strolling carolers add a<br />
Please say you saw it in <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> magazine. This helps us grow!<br />
special charm to the streets. Santa Claus avail for<br />
photos starting at $10 from 4:30-7:30pm. All ages.<br />
4-8pm. Free. Downtown Chico, between 3rd & 4th<br />
St. (530)345-6500.<br />
Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film suitable<br />
for all ages. Sun, 2pm. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Santa Photos & Visits At Chico Mall. Join<br />
Chico Mall to welcome Santa for the holiday<br />
season. Take photos with the jolly man himself.<br />
Find updates on Chico Mall’s Facebook page. All<br />
ages. 11/16-12/24. Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm; Sun,<br />
11am-6pm. Package prices vary. 1950 E. 20th St.<br />
Ste. 727. (530)570-5509.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 1st.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun.<br />
Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun<br />
(11am). All ages. See the 3rd.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Parade; Redding. Take a stroll with Spike<br />
the porcupine, Sweet Pea the skunk & other Turtle<br />
Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the<br />
way thru the park; weather permitting. All ages.<br />
Sun, 2-2:15pm; thru 2/16. Free for members or<br />
with park admission, $12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay<br />
Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge<br />
Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Redding Sports LTD Ski & Board Swap; Redding.<br />
A great opportunity to buy or sell your used ski &<br />
snowboard equipment & apparel. Reg on Fri, shop<br />
on Sat & Sun. Need not be present to sell. All ages.<br />
10am-6pm. Free. Redding Sports LTD Parking Lot,<br />
Performed by<br />
Chico Community Ballet<br />
and Special Guests<br />
Thursday 12/5 7:30 pm<br />
Friday 12/6 7:30pm<br />
Saturday 12/7 2:00pm<br />
Saturday 12/7 7:30pm<br />
Sunday 12/8 2:00pm<br />
Laxson Auditorium<br />
CSU, Chico<br />
Tickets $15 - $28<br />
www.ChicoPerformances.com • 898-6333<br />
950 Hilltop Dr. (530)221-7333.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
TEHEMA COUNTY<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a<br />
farm. Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing<br />
requires 2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/<br />
Tue/Th or Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. See<br />
the 2nd.<br />
25|MONDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Nature’s ABC’s Drop-In Program; Chico. Families<br />
with children can enjoy crafts, animal visits & a<br />
guided exploration of Bidwell Park. Each week has<br />
a different letter & nature theme. Not a drop-off<br />
event. Ages 5 & under. Mon, 10-11am; thru 5/18.<br />
Free. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th St. in<br />
lower Bidwell Park. (530)891-4671.<br />
Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention<br />
program for children with autism that helps<br />
develop socialization, behavioral & communication<br />
skills. Ages 4-7. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 4th.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for<br />
little ones & their caregivers. Ages 2 & under. Mon,<br />
10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview<br />
Ave. (530)245-7253.<br />
Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can<br />
play board & video games in the library’s story<br />
room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
King’s Brotherhood; Redding. Empowers boys<br />
to develop strong leadership skills, self-identity &<br />
healthy relationships. Thru the use of anecdotes,<br />
group activities & reflections, boys will develop<br />
strategies for creating safe social climates & maintaining<br />
healthy friendships. A delicious & nutritious<br />
meal is provided. Ages 8-12. Mon, 5:30-7:30pm;<br />
thru 12/16. Free; must pre-reg. MLK Center, 1815<br />
Sheridan St. (530)225-4095.<br />
Positively Girls Club: Girls With Ideas; Redding.<br />
This research-based curriculum utilizes innovative<br />
lesson plans to teach girls to collaborate with<br />
each other while finding their own unique voice<br />
& leadership style. A delicious & nutritious meal<br />
is provided. Ages 9-13. Mon, 5:30-7:30pm; thru<br />
12/16. Free; must pre-reg. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan<br />
St. (530)225-4095.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
Get your little ones ready for the Winter Princess Ball in Red Bluff! Enjoy activities & making memories with some<br />
royal princesses at the Red Bluff Community Center. See the 17th. (Tehama County) Photo by Web Made Local.<br />
Three Cheeses In Three Hours; Redding. Learn<br />
to make three distinct & delicious types of cheese:<br />
mozzarella, burrata & instructor’s choice. Ages 18<br />
& up. 6-9pm. $50; must pre-reg. Call for location.<br />
(530)225-4095.<br />
Thrive Hour; Redding. Mondays are for parents.<br />
Thru coaching exercises & an on-site coach, Roam<br />
creates a space for you to explore new levels of<br />
empowerment in your individual & parenting life.<br />
All ages. Mon, 9am-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
child; +$5/add’l child. Roam Playspace, 940 Hilltop<br />
Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well<br />
as those who have sewing experience. Beginners<br />
will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants &<br />
backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June<br />
2020. See the 4th.<br />
Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a<br />
great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility,<br />
balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm.<br />
See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon,<br />
4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 4th.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series<br />
is designed for beginners as well as those who have<br />
sewing experience. Beginners will make a pillowcase,<br />
apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/<br />
Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June 2020. See the 4th.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels &<br />
ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain<br />
Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310.<br />
Mellow Mondays Ice Skating; Mt. Shasta. Adult<br />
skaters can enjoy the Siskiyou Ice Rink all to<br />
themselves. 9am-12pm; thru 2/17. $7; includes<br />
rental skates if needed. Siskiyou Ice Rink, Shastice<br />
Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Rink & weather line:<br />
(530)926-1715.<br />
Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy skating on<br />
California’s only NHL-sized outdoor rink during<br />
the holiday break. All ages. 12:30-5pm; thru 2/17.<br />
$7-$10; ages 3 & under free; $3 skate rentals.<br />
Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Rink & weather<br />
line: (530)926-1715.<br />
Youth Ice Hockey Program; Mt. Shasta. Sign up<br />
for hockey for ages 4 & up, all levels welcome.<br />
Learn-to-Skate classes offered. Adult programs<br />
too. Some equip. available for use. See rink website<br />
for details. Mon-Th, 6-7:30pm; thru 2/17. Sat<br />
youth scrimmage, 10:30am-12pm. $10. Siskiyou<br />
Ice Rink, Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Rink &<br />
weather line: (530)926-1715.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn<br />
with your young child thru exploration, creativity &<br />
sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages<br />
5 & under. Mon, 10:30am-12pm. See the 4th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Corning. Engaging themebased<br />
storytime activities designed to enhance<br />
cognitive skills, language, physical, creative &<br />
social-emotional development. Ages 6 & under.<br />
Mon, 10am; thru June 2020. Free. Corning Branch<br />
Library, 740 Third St. (530)527-0607.<br />
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BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:15-<br />
10am. Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow<br />
Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
GIVE IT<br />
A SHOT<br />
AT U.S. AIRSOFT<br />
IN ANDERSON!<br />
The premier airsoft arena<br />
in the U.S. with over 10<br />
acres dedicated to airsoft!<br />
Experience a safe, realistic<br />
& exciting adventure with<br />
elaborate missions & team<br />
play! Get off the couch and<br />
play the real thing! Bring<br />
your friends for adrenaline<br />
pumping fun!<br />
Open to the public<br />
ages 8 & up<br />
Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work<br />
on while enjoying the company of other yarn<br />
enthusiasts. For adults. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Oroville<br />
Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Kids Crafternoon; Durham. Fun crafts for kids<br />
ages 12 & under (5 & under with adult). 2nd & 4th<br />
Tue, 3-5:30pm. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545<br />
Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories,<br />
songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am.<br />
Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.<br />
(530)891-2726.<br />
Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression<br />
of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where<br />
advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral &<br />
communication skills are encouraged for children<br />
with autism & other socially-related disabilities.<br />
Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. See the 5th.<br />
Cheap Skate Night; Chico. This fun night of roller<br />
skating features weekly themes, games & family<br />
hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 5th.<br />
Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on<br />
cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/<br />
Th 3:30-5pm. See the 5th.<br />
Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun.<br />
Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun<br />
(11am). All ages. See the 3rd.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime<br />
& craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows<br />
Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Family Night Jump Time; Redding. Bring the<br />
whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled<br />
environment – it’s healthy, active fun. All ages. Tue,<br />
2-8pm. $9/hour; $2 add’l hour. Rare Air Trampoline<br />
Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206.<br />
Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children<br />
have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics<br />
course. Ages 5 & up. Mon/Tue/Fri, 4pm. $68/month.<br />
Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496.<br />
Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime,<br />
crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-<br />
11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview<br />
Ave. (530)245-7253.<br />
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4506 Panorama Point Rd., Anderson<br />
(530) 365-1000 • www.USAIRSOFT.com<br />
Sensory Bin Hour; Redding. Allows children &<br />
parents to explore different sensations & to create<br />
the perfect little bin-sized make-believe world.<br />
Ages 1-8. Tue, 9-10am. Free with entry fee; $8/<br />
child; +$5/add’l children. Roam Playspace, 940<br />
Hilltop Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading<br />
at this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 5 &<br />
under, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free.<br />
Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics<br />
waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710.<br />
Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer?<br />
Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events,<br />
make & donate things to the community & help<br />
make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18.<br />
Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7261.<br />
Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for<br />
ages 12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking.<br />
Tue, 6-7pm. See the 5th.<br />
Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while<br />
instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All<br />
ages & levels. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 5th.<br />
Homeschool PE; Redding. Children in grades K<br />
thru 8 build physical fitness & enhance skill development<br />
with age-appropriate activities. Free with<br />
Y membership. Tue & Th, 3-4pm. See the 5th.<br />
Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This<br />
sewing series is designed for beginners as well<br />
as those who have sewing experience. Beginners<br />
will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants &<br />
backpack. Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru June<br />
2020. See the 4th.<br />
Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely<br />
designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified<br />
instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome.<br />
Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am.<br />
See the 4th.<br />
Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a<br />
blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks &<br />
much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am.<br />
See the 5th.<br />
Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing<br />
series is designed for beginners as well as those<br />
who have sewing experience. Beginners will make<br />
a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack.<br />
Ages 8-18. Mon/Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru June<br />
2020. See the 4th.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Art Mentorship For Kids; Mt. Shasta. Embark<br />
on a weekly art adventure to learn the many<br />
fundamental skills of art with an award-winning<br />
visionary art instructor. Limited to 12 students.<br />
Ages 6-12. Tue, 4-6pm; thru June 2020. Free;<br />
must pre-reg. Velvet Elephant Art Center, 207 N.<br />
Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2297.<br />
Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join<br />
the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced<br />
instructor is available to help, whether<br />
you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles<br />
wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free.<br />
1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center,<br />
5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy skating on<br />
California’s only NHL-sized outdoor rink during<br />
the holiday break. All ages. 12:30-5pm; thru 2/17.<br />
$7-$10; ages 3 & under free; $3 skate rentals.<br />
Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Rink & weather<br />
line: (530)926-1715.<br />
Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta.<br />
Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See<br />
the 7th.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
PAL: Play & Learn Group; Weed. Join an early<br />
childhood facilitator with your young child each<br />
week to play & learn thru exploration, creativity<br />
& sensory play. Ages 5 & under. Tue & Th, 10-<br />
11:30am. See the 5th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Los Molinos. Engaging<br />
theme-based storytime activities designed to<br />
enhance cognitive, language, physical, creative<br />
& social-emotional development. Ages 6 & under.<br />
Tue, 10am; thru June 2020. Free. Los Molinos<br />
Branch Library, 7881 Hwy 99E. (530)527-0607.<br />
Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness<br />
classes taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets<br />
kids moving & promotes motor & social skills,<br />
cooperative play, athletic development & healthy<br />
habits. Ages 4-12. Tue/Th, 4:20pm. See the 5th.<br />
27|WEDNESDAY<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this<br />
special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Cal Bear’s Kid Session; Chico. Young skaters<br />
enjoy open skating & instruction. Ages 12 & under.<br />
Wed, 10:30am-12:30pm. $6.25, includes skates<br />
(parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael<br />
Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. <strong>North</strong> Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd.<br />
(530)893-3276.<br />
Circle Time; Chico. Join the fun with books &<br />
stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music<br />
making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm.<br />
Free. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave.<br />
(530)345-1617.<br />
Homework Help; Chico. Dedicated volunteers are<br />
available to help students with homework. All ages.<br />
Tue & Wed, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library,<br />
1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity<br />
designed just for kids. Ages 12 & under. Wed,<br />
3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St.<br />
(530)846-3323.<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Oroville. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am.<br />
Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave.<br />
(530)538-7642.<br />
GLENN COUNTY<br />
Crafty Kids; Willows. Children get creative at this<br />
fun weekly event with make-&-take crafting activities.<br />
Ages 7 & up. Wed, drop in any time between<br />
1-4pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen<br />
St. (530)934-5156.<br />
Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music<br />
& a related craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 11am. Free.<br />
Orland Branch Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640.<br />
Nurturing Nest Playgroup; Willows. <strong>Parent</strong>s &<br />
children enjoy interactive play while building social<br />
& emotional skills for future educational experiences<br />
& success. Ages 5 & under. Mon & Wed, 9:30-<br />
11am. Free. 1035 W. Wood St. (530)934-6882.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Maker Wednesday: Mini Masterpieces; Redding.<br />
Create a mini-masterpiece on shrinking plastic.<br />
Kids will have the opportunity to make a keychain,<br />
charm or trinket to take home. All ages. 1-3pm.<br />
Free for members or with park admission, $12.50-<br />
$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial<br />
Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear<br />
great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 5<br />
& under & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm.<br />
Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St.<br />
(530)335-4317.<br />
Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative<br />
storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children<br />
of all ages welcome, especially those with special<br />
needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch<br />
Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.<br />
Wonderful Wednesday Workshop; Redding. Enjoy<br />
a parent & child DIY workshop. Select an adult<br />
project from the gallery then choose a child project<br />
for each child with all materials & instructions<br />
provided. Ages 5 & up. 6-9pm. $68/adults; $25/<br />
children; must pre-reg. Board & Brush Creative<br />
Studio, 1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong> Group: Discipline That Works; Redding.<br />
Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple<br />
P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm.<br />
See the 6th.<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. See the 2nd.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Children’s Storytime; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages<br />
(infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult<br />
must accompany child. Wed, 4-5pm. Free. Dunsmuir<br />
Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035.<br />
Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to<br />
get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, chat & find out<br />
what the resource center has to offer. Free. Wed,<br />
9:30-11am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center,<br />
5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400.<br />
Make <strong>Parent</strong>ing A Pleasure; Yreka. In this 12-<br />
week evidence-based parenting class, you will<br />
get ideas to support your child’s development,<br />
deal with discipline challenges & learn more about<br />
communication, self-care, stress, & anger management.<br />
Dinner & childcare provided. For parents<br />
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of ages 8 & under. Wed, 5:30-7:30pm; thru 12/11.<br />
Free; must pre-reg. Yreka Community Resource<br />
Center, 201 S. Broadway. (530)842-1313.<br />
Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different<br />
storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each<br />
week. All ages. Wed, 10-11am. Free. Yreka Library,<br />
719 4th St. (530)841-4175.<br />
Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy skating on<br />
California’s only NHL-sized outdoor rink during<br />
the holiday break. All ages. 12:30-5pm; thru 2/17.<br />
$7-$10; ages 3 & under free; $3 skate rentals.<br />
Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Rink & weather<br />
line: (530)926-1715.<br />
Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 5<br />
& under enjoy fun stories & sing along to music.<br />
An adult must accompany young children. Wed,<br />
10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 E.<br />
Alma St. (530)926-2031.<br />
Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate;<br />
Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep<br />
dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-<br />
7:45pm. See the 6th.<br />
Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic<br />
& fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength,<br />
martial arts skills & manners. Ages 3 & up: Mon,<br />
3:30pm ($10 drop-in). Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-<br />
5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm.<br />
Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 4th.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Library Story Time!; Red Bluff. Engaging themebased<br />
storytime activities designed to enhance<br />
cognitive skills, language, physical, creative & social-emotional<br />
development. Ages 6 & under. Wed,<br />
10am; thru June 2020. Free. Red Bluff Branch<br />
Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0607.<br />
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THANKSGIVING<br />
BUTTE COUNTY<br />
14th Annual Run For Food Benefit; Chico.<br />
Spend Thanksgiving morning working up an<br />
appetite, helping the community & enjoying the beauty<br />
of Bidwell Park at this popular 5k run/walk – the<br />
largest in Chico! Fundraiser supports food & services<br />
at the Jesus Center. Reg online. 9am. One Mile Recreation<br />
Area in Lower Bidwell Park. (530)624-6932.<br />
PUTT SKATE BAT<br />
18-Hole<br />
Miniature Golf<br />
Course<br />
Climate-<br />
Controlled<br />
Skating Rink<br />
Hand-Scooped<br />
Ice Cream<br />
Shoppe<br />
7-Stall Batting<br />
Range<br />
2 Video Game<br />
Arcades<br />
We specialize in birthday<br />
parties, company &<br />
church parties and<br />
family & group fun!<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
34th Annual Turkey Trot; Redding. Shasta<br />
Regional Medical Center Foundation presents<br />
a fun way to help out the community & bond with<br />
family on Thanksgiving morning. Sign up for the 6K<br />
run or 2K family fun run/walk. See Diestelhorst Dash<br />
listing below for ages 8 & under. All ages. 7-10am.<br />
$20. Diestelhorst Landing, Benton St. (530)244-5400.<br />
Diestelhorst Dash; Redding. Join Redding<br />
Recreation & dash down Diestelhorst<br />
Bridge. Line up by age group on the south side of<br />
the bridge. Ages 8 & under. Line up by 7:45am.<br />
Free. Diestelhorst Bridge. (530)225-4095.<br />
Little Explorers: Birds; Redding. Big birds, small<br />
birds, short birds, tall birds. Learn about them all. For<br />
ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50;<br />
ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Run For Food 5k Run/Walk; Weed. Bring<br />
your family out to enjoy an active time together<br />
while helping others in need at this annual<br />
event. Benefits Siskiyou Food Assistance program.<br />
All ages. 8:45am. $20 ages 12 & up; kids under 12<br />
are free (but must pre-reg for medals). College of<br />
the Siskiyous, 800 College Ave. (530)408-6115.<br />
Scott Valley School Turkey Trot; Fort<br />
Jones. This fun 15th annual tradition raises<br />
funds for 2 elementary schools. Join the 5K walk/<br />
run or more serious Stuffing Strut 10K run. Snacks<br />
& ribbons for all children. All ages. $20/individual;<br />
$90/family/team; 1st 250 registrants get t-shirt.<br />
Reg 8am reg. 9am start time, rain or shine. Corner<br />
of Hamlin Gulch & Eastside Rd. (530)925-0035.<br />
Thanksgiving Day Skate; Mt. Shasta.<br />
Make holiday memories with your family<br />
on the ice. Enjoy skating on California’s only NHLsized<br />
outdoor rink. All ages. Tue-Th, 9am-5pm;<br />
thru 2/17. $7-$10; ages 3 & under free; $3 skate<br />
rentals. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Rink &<br />
weather line: (530)926-1715.<br />
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BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Billboard Top 40 Skate Night; Chico. Open to<br />
everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating<br />
to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages.<br />
Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8-$9 per session, skate rental $2.50-<br />
$3.50. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601.<br />
Guild Of Games; Chico. A tabletop gaming<br />
program. All ages. Fri, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch<br />
Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Maker Lab; Chico. Circulating interactive creation<br />
station using 3D printing. All ages. Th, 3-6pm &<br />
Fri-Sun, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108<br />
Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Play Date; Chico. Bring your friends & make some<br />
new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am-12pm. Free. Apple<br />
Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617.<br />
Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting<br />
fun for ages 5 & under. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley<br />
Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.<br />
“White Christmas” Musical; Chico. With a dazzling<br />
score full of loved tunes, this holiday musical will<br />
have you singing along during & after the show. All<br />
ages. Th-Sat, 7:30pm; thru 12/22. $16-$22. Chico<br />
Theatre Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary &<br />
Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend<br />
off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation,<br />
which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for<br />
exotic & native species, educational programs,<br />
guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER<br />
THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES<br />
Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization<br />
program for teens with autism & other<br />
developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem<br />
& friendships & learn to become self-advocates.<br />
Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great<br />
herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds,<br />
carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm;<br />
appts Mon-Sat avail. See the 1st.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young<br />
children learn sign language & socialize during a<br />
circle time that includes a welcome song, reading<br />
books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play<br />
& more. Ages 5 & under. Fri, 11am. See the 1st.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with<br />
black light bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See<br />
the 1st.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
Animal Relationships; Redding. Did you know<br />
that animals also have family trees that can be<br />
followed thru taxonomy? Come to this engaging<br />
program & learn how some of Turtle Bay’s animals<br />
relate to each other or even to the animals in your<br />
home. All ages. Fri, 2pm; thru 12/27. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50.<br />
Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844<br />
Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Black Friday Freebie! Workshop Special; Redding.<br />
Buy one workshop & get a gift certificate for another<br />
workshop. Enjoy a way to connect with family &<br />
friends at this DIY workshop. Select a wood project<br />
from the gallery with step-by-step instructions<br />
provided & create your own unique wood sign. Ages<br />
21 & up. 6-9pm. $68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush<br />
Creative Studio, 1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Cascade Christmas Presents The Musical<br />
“Elf”; Redding. Redding’s holiday tradition<br />
returns with an all new story in Cascade Theatre’s<br />
annual holiday spectacular. Features music, dance<br />
& illusion that will bring the spirit of Christmas into<br />
everyone’s hearts. All ages. Fri & Sat, 7pm; thru<br />
12/8. $22-$30/adults; $14/ages 12 & under. Cascade<br />
Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877.<br />
Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly<br />
playdate for children & parents. Find park updates<br />
on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook<br />
page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free.<br />
Roam Story Hour; Redding. Enjoy good books, the<br />
perfect storyteller & puppets. Ages 8 & under. Fri, 9am.<br />
Free with entry fee; $8/child; +$5/add’l child. Roam<br />
Playspace, 940 Hilltop Dr., Ste. A. (530)215-1123.<br />
Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does<br />
your child love Legos? This group is a great way<br />
for kids to get together with other kids with diverse<br />
abilities who share that affection. Ages 5-12. Fri,<br />
3:30-4:30pm; thru 12/21. Free; must pre-reg.<br />
Rowell Family Empowerment, 3330 Churn Creek<br />
Rd., Ste. A. (530)226-5129.<br />
Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All<br />
bikes & ages welcome. Wed, 6:30-8:30pm; Fri,<br />
6-7pm or Sun, 6:30-7:30pm; weather permitting.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring<br />
the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun.<br />
4-5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Friday Toddler Time; Redding. A fun way to let<br />
your little ones get their wiggles out. The park<br />
opens before normal business hours for little ones<br />
to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am<br />
& 10-11am. See the 1st.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room.<br />
All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding.<br />
Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun.<br />
Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 1st.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy skating on<br />
California’s only NHL-sized outdoor rink during<br />
the holiday break. All ages. 12:30-5pm; thru 2/17.<br />
$7-$10; ages 3 & under free; $3 skate rentals.<br />
Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Rink & weather<br />
line: (530)926-1715.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
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BUTTE COUNTY<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr.<br />
Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864.<br />
Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a<br />
docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville.<br />
Each week features a different easy/moderate<br />
3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am<br />
sharp, call to confirm. Lake Oroville Visitors Center,<br />
917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.<br />
Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen<br />
volunteers. All ages. Wed, 3:30-5:30pm & Sat,<br />
11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman<br />
Ave. (530)891-2726.<br />
Santa Photos & Visits At Chico Mall.<br />
Join Chico Mall to welcome Santa for the<br />
holiday season. Take photos with the jolly man<br />
himself. Find updates on Chico Mall’s Facebook<br />
page. All ages. 11/16-12/24. Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm;<br />
Sun, 11am-6pm. Package prices vary. 1950 E.<br />
20th St. Ste. 727. (530)570-5509.<br />
Saturday Activities; Chico. Enjoy Saturdays at<br />
Gateway Science Museum for fun & worthwhile<br />
activities that have to do with various different &<br />
interesting subjects each week. All ages. 12-2pm.<br />
Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 &<br />
under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade<br />
Ave. (530)898-4121.<br />
Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally<br />
grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,<br />
soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round,<br />
rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276.<br />
Saturday Storytime; Chico. Children of all ages<br />
will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free.<br />
Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy.<br />
(530)894-1494.<br />
“White Christmas” Musical; Chico. With<br />
a dazzling score full of loved tunes, this<br />
holiday musical will have you singing along during<br />
& after the show. All ages. Th-Sat, 7:30pm; thru<br />
12/22. $16-$22. Chico Theatre Company, 166<br />
Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282.<br />
Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo<br />
skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm.<br />
Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320<br />
Broadway. (530)893-0545.<br />
Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational<br />
Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with<br />
a visit to support this wildlife foundation, which<br />
provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic &<br />
native species, educational programs, guided tours<br />
& more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft<br />
plus an impressive display of aviation & space<br />
artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop.<br />
Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 1st.<br />
Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the<br />
world of science-related activities & new exhibit:<br />
Albatross: Life on the Wind & Sea. All ages. Wed-<br />
Sun, 12-5pm; thru 12/15. See the 1st.<br />
Paradise Ice Rink. Enjoy skating on the ice again<br />
at Paradise ice rink! Support the rink & make<br />
memories with your loved ones. Ice resurfacing<br />
takes place from 2:30-3:30pm. All ages. Daily, 12-<br />
6pm; thru 1/20. See the 7th.<br />
Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join<br />
Roller-Roo in a session; little ones in strollers welcome.<br />
Ages 10 & under. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with<br />
black light bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See<br />
the 2nd.<br />
SHASTA COUNTY<br />
A Walk With The Horticulture Manager: Garden<br />
Tour; Redding. Bring your notebooks & cameras<br />
for this participant-driven program. Make your<br />
way thru the gardens with frequent stops for discussions<br />
about plants. All ages. 10-11am. Free for<br />
members or with park admission, $12.50-$16.50;<br />
included with garden admission, $3. Arboretum &<br />
Botanical Gardens West Gate, 844 Sundial Bridge<br />
Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Bonus Saturday Workshop; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
way to connect with family & friends at this DIY<br />
workshop. Select a wood project from the gallery<br />
with step-by-step instructions provided & create<br />
your own unique wood sign. Make 5 Christmas<br />
ornaments along with your project for free. Ages<br />
21 & up. 6-9pm. $68; must pre-reg. Board & Brush<br />
Creative Studio, 1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Cascade Christmas Presents The<br />
Musical “Elf”; Redding. Redding’s holiday<br />
tradition returns with an all new story in Cascade<br />
Theatre’s production of Cascade Christmas.<br />
Features music, dance & illusion that will bring the<br />
spirit of Christmas into everyone’s hearts. All ages.<br />
2pm & 7pm. $22-$30/adults; $14/ages 12 & under.<br />
Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530)243-8877.<br />
Cookies & Crafts Workshop; Redding. Enjoy a<br />
family-friendly make & take workshop. Decorate<br />
cookies & make a cute Christmas sign. All materials<br />
& instructions for you to create a step-by-step<br />
beautiful piece for your home or for a gift is included.<br />
All ages. 1-3pm. $15. Board & Brush Creative<br />
Studio, 1419A Yuba St. (530)605-3346.<br />
Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3<br />
& up can make a creative project to bring home.<br />
10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop<br />
Dr. (530)223-9514.<br />
Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding.<br />
Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am.<br />
Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006.<br />
Survival! Indoor Animal Show; Redding. This<br />
30-min adventure will have you face to face with<br />
some of Turtle Bay’s favorite animals as they fly,<br />
crawl, or walk on by. All ages. Sat, 2-2:30pm; thru<br />
2/15. Free for members or with park admission,<br />
$12.50-$16.50. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill<br />
Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.<br />
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code Exhibition; Redding.<br />
This high-tech & high-intensity exhibition lets<br />
you discover what genomic science can tell you<br />
about disease. All ages. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat &<br />
Sun, 10am-5pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion Exhibition;<br />
Redding. Delve into science, language, history &<br />
mathematics in this hands-on, immersive treasure<br />
hunt of an exhibition. All ages. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm;<br />
Sat & Sun, 10am-5pm; thru Jan 2020. See the 1st.<br />
Pokémon League; Anderson. League events are a<br />
great way to learn game basics & get the feel for<br />
Pokémon competitive play. Using your own cards &<br />
Pokémon video games, you can play, trade & earn<br />
cool prizes. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 11/30.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles<br />
from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding<br />
& petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room.<br />
All ages. Tue-Sat, 12-5:30pm. See the 1st.<br />
Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night; Redding. Unlimited bowling,<br />
laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight.<br />
See the 1st.<br />
Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages<br />
5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 2nd.<br />
Saturday Toddler Time; Redding. Rare Air opens<br />
before their normal business hours to let little ones<br />
jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 2nd.<br />
Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens &<br />
young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm.<br />
See the 2nd.<br />
Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy viewing<br />
& learning more about wild horses & burros. These<br />
amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on<br />
5,000 acres in their natural habitat. All ages. Wed<br />
& Sat, 10am-4pm. See the 2nd.<br />
SISKIYOU COUNTY<br />
Children’s Storytime; Weed. Ages 3 & under enjoy<br />
storytime at 10:30am & ages 4-7 enjoy storytime<br />
at 11am. Adult must accompany child. Ages 7 &<br />
under. Sat, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Weed Branch<br />
Library, 150 Alamo Ave. (530)938-4767.<br />
Ice Hockey Pick-Up Games; Mt. Shasta. The rink’s<br />
reserved for teen & adult hockey players to play<br />
pick-up games. Full gear required; under 18 must<br />
wear face mask. Nets & pucks provided. Ages 16<br />
& up. Th, 8-10pm & Sat, 8-10am; thru 2/17. $10<br />
drop-in, includes skates if needed (free with hockey<br />
pass). Siskiyou Ice Rink, Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow<br />
Dr. Rink & weather line: (530)926-1715.<br />
McCloud Dog, Pony & Bike Parade. A fun<br />
family event. Bring your dressed-up dogs,<br />
stick ponies, bikes & humans to participate in this<br />
13th annual parade. All ages. 10am-2pm; parade<br />
10am. Main Street. (530)964-3113.<br />
Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn<br />
ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors.<br />
Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 2nd.<br />
Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor<br />
exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14<br />
& under need parental supervision. Th-Sun, 10am-<br />
5pm. See the 1st.<br />
Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history<br />
& location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many<br />
opportunities for activities & fun for the whole<br />
family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec<br />
<strong>2019</strong>. See the 1st.<br />
TEHAMA COUNTY<br />
Colors Of Christmas Red Bluff <strong>2019</strong><br />
Christmas Parade. Enjoy the sights of all<br />
the lights at this Christmas parade. Reg by 11/22<br />
to be in the parade. All ages. 5:30-6:30pm. Free<br />
entry; $25/parade entry. Downtown Red Bluff,<br />
Main St. (530)527-6220.<br />
The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff.<br />
Year-round certified market features locally grown<br />
products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats,<br />
honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts.<br />
9am-12pm, rain or shine; year-round. 100 Main St.<br />
(530)527-6220.<br />
Hillside Poms: Pick & Juice Organic Pomegranates!;<br />
Corning. Pomegranate lovers can bring the<br />
whole family to pick & juice pomegranates on a<br />
farm. Call/text ahead to schedule your time (juicing<br />
requires 2 adults) & to get more details. Open Mon/<br />
Tue/Th or Sat & Sun; thru late Nov/early Dec. See<br />
the 2nd.<br />
46 <strong>North</strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> • Serving Upper California Since 1993
Turkey Trot is<br />
Thanksgiving Morning,<br />
<strong>November</strong> 28th<br />
Turkey Trot is Thanksgiving Morning, <strong>November</strong> 28th<br />
Online Registration through <strong>November</strong> 22nd at<br />
www.shastaregional.com<br />
Packet Pick-up and Late Registration <strong>November</strong> 25 – 27th at<br />
Shasta Regional Medical Center 7am – 6pm<br />
6 Mile Run $25 // 2 Mile Walk $20<br />
Diestelhorst Dash for kids 8 and under FREE<br />
Online Registration through <strong>November</strong> 22nd at<br />
www.shastaregional.com<br />
Packet Pick-up and Late Registration<br />
<strong>November</strong> 25 – 27th, 7am – 6pm at<br />
Shasta Regional Medical Center<br />
6 Mile Run $25 // 2 Mile Walk $20<br />
Diestelhorst Dash for kids 8 and under FREE<br />
FOUNDATION<br />
Questions: LFoster5@primehealthcare.com<br />
or call 530.244.5462<br />
Do You Have Concerns About Your Baby?<br />
Most Babies At…<br />
3 Months Look from one object to another.<br />
Hold up their heads. Give eye contact.<br />
6 Months Reach and grasp objects.<br />
Look when their name is called. Roll over.<br />
9 Months Sit alone. Imitate gestures.<br />
Wave bye-bye.<br />
12 Months Take their first steps. Play<br />
with a variety of toys. Begin to say “mama.”<br />
18 Months Walk alone. Build a tower<br />
of three blocks. Use up to 15 words.<br />
Enjoy interacting with caregivers.<br />
24 Months Begin to use two-word<br />
phrases to communicate. Eat and drink<br />
independently. Walk up and down stairs.<br />
WE CAN HELP. If you have concerns and would like to make a referral for an assessment, contact Far <strong>North</strong>ern<br />
Regional Center at (530) 222-4791. We provide Early Intervention Services to qualifying children under age three<br />
who have or are at risk for having a developmental delay.Evaluation services are provided at no cost.<br />
Far <strong>North</strong>ern Regional Center provides services and support that allow<br />
persons with developmental disabilities to live valued and productive lives.<br />
Far <strong>North</strong>ern<br />
Regional Center<br />
See www.farnorthernrc.org for more information
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