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good finds 29 | Vicki and Dennis Allwardt’s Folk Hearts in Red Bluff 33 | Lori Duivenvoorden’s Milk House Cookies 51 | The Joy of Working at Personal Creations

61 | 2020 Wedding Trends 65 | The Eco-Friendly Wedding 69 | Choosing Your Bridal Hair Accessories 73 | An Interview with Marilyn Peters, Owner of Simply Elegant Bridal Boutique 78 | Photo Essay Gerrit and Riley Lensink’s Wedding

55 | The Bailey Sisters — Artists in Residence

good times 25 | Experience a River Romance Cruise

interest 41 | Film Shasta Sets the Stage for Local Cinematography

love letters 21 | The History of Valentine’s Day

showtime 45 | An Evening at Club Cougar

in every issue 19 | My Town: Deborah Divine 82 | Enjoy the View—Betsey Walton 84 | What’s Cookin’—Clearie’s Almond Joy Silk Pie 89 | What’s Happening—Downtown Details 90 | Calendar of Events 94 | Giving Back—The Outreach Efforts of the North State’s Caring Choices

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editor’s note FEBRUARY 2020

IN TODAY’S WORLD of texting and social media posts, the art of the love letter has largely fallen by the wayside. This month, rather than sending the heart-eyes emoji, we encourage you to hand-write some words from the heart and send it off in the mail. It doesn’t have to be a romantic partner – your child, parent or best friend will be touched by the gesture.

In the spirit of sending couples off into their happily-ever-after in beautifully unique ways, we’ve compiled some wedding trends that help brides and grooms honor their individuality for their big day.

Weaving timeless elements and personal touches into each celebration creates an unforgettable event.

Finding that perfect gift for your special someone can be challenging, and we’re here to save the day. Drift down the Sacramento River and enjoy a lovely meal with River Romance Cruises, or grab some tickets to Club Cougar, where Foothill High School students turn back the clock to the 1930s and ‘40s to provide dinner, dancing, music and a show.

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So here it is, a love letter from all of us to all of you – may your hearts be full this month. Enjoy!

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Musician - Choral Director Owner – The White House at Churn Creek Golf Course, Wedding Venue Like the 400-year old Valley Oak that graces the front of our property, Redding has always been my home. Our roots run deep and we have both seen a lot of changes over the years.

Unlike those who may have felt compelled to leave Redding in their youth to seek a greener pasture, I have always felt totally and completely content to live amidst the beautiful scenery and people of this region. Redding is full of boundless potential for anyone who chooses to take the opportunity and that’s exactly what I did. I am happy to be able to say that my life has been all the richer and fuller for it. Although I was born here, I lived in San Francisco in the mid-‘70s while finishing my music degree – it was exciting and I had many incredible experiences working both as a musician and a teacher, but I always knew that I wasn’t destined to make a life on the world stage or to live in a big city. Redding has turned out to be my “stage” for more than 35 years and counting while working in the local schools with Redding’s incredibly talented youth. Post retirement, I am still involved with the high schools as an accompanist, direct an active church choir and own a wedding venue.

Who could have predicted that? I certainly didn’t, but life in Redding has never held a dull moment for me and I have always felt that I could do whatever I could imagine in our great community. Boundless potential. Frankly, I can’t imagine being happier living in any other place on this earth. I credit Redding’s welcoming and supportive people who share my enthusiastic view.

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T H E H I S T O R Y O F VA L E N T I N E ’ S D AY WHO WAS St. Valentine and was he really the patron saint of love? How do Cupid, lovebirds and poetry enter into the theme of Valentine’s Day? What about cards, chocolate and roses?

It turns out a mix of traditions and sources – some historical, some mythical and imaginal – have shaped a “holiday of love” recognized and celebrated around the world.

Historically a Christian feast, St. Valentine’s Day honored one (or more) early martyrs named Valentinus. Lisa Bitel, professor of history and religion at the University of Southern California, says ancient sources cite the existence of several St. Valentines who died on February 14 in the third century in Africa and Italy.

Valentinus number one died with two dozen soldiers in Africa. Beyond his name and death date of February 14, he is lost to history. Valentinus number two, a Roman priest arrested and later executed by Emperor Claudius II, reportedly converted a jailer and his family to Christianity after healing the man’s blind daughter. Valentinus number three, a Catholic bishop of Terni also executed by Claudius II, supposedly debated a potential convert after healing his son.4 continued on page 22

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Bitel suggests that Valentinus number two and three may have actually been the same person, and local legends arose in Rome and Terni where each was said to have performed their death-deserving acts.

Other historians suggest a creative connection between the liturgical commemoration of St. Valentine on February 14 and the ancient pagan fertility festival of Lupercalia that was celebrated in mid-February by the Romans. It included a ritual drawing of the names of women with whom men would then pair up for the duration of the festival.

Pope Gelasius purportedly outlawed the Lupercalia in the fifth century when he decreed February 14 to be St. Valentine’s Day, but the influence of its matchmaking and fertility rituals on later interpretations of Valentine’s Day appear likely if unproven.

Time and retelling transformed the history of St. Valentine into a legendary figure who by the medieval period had become a single historical individual renowned for performing secret marriages, passing notes between jailed lovers and even sending the first Valentine note to the jailer’s blind daughter whom he had healed, signing it “from your Valentine.”

In the middle ages, Valentine Day’s association with romantic love solidified in several ways. February 14 marked the beginning of bird mating season and English poet Geoffrey Chaucer in his poem the “Parlement of Foules” wrote, “For this was sent on Seynt Volantynys day / Whan euery byrd comyth there to chese his mate,” marrying the idea of lovebirds with St. Valentine’s Day. This new association apparently inspired European nobles to send love notes to one another during bird mating season. Even the Duke of Orléans, imprisoned in the Tower of London, wrote his wife in February 1415 that he was lovesick, calling her his “very gentle Valentine.” Such greetings first appeared around this time.

After Chaucer, Shakespeare romanticized Valentine’s Day in his works, notably in Hamlet where an enamored Ophelia calls herself Hamlet’s Valentine. As the day’s notoriety and popularity grew, ordinary men and women began penning poetry to their beloveds.

By the middle of the 18th century, exchanging notes and tangible tokens of affection became common among people of all social classes and by the early 20th century, Hallmark began mass producing cards, commonly depicting Cupid, the Roman god of love. Red roses became the symbol of beauty and love and chocolatiers like Hershey and Cadbury began marketing sweets for sweethearts.

May we all give and receive love on February 14. •

Claudia Mosby is fascinated by the power of words to influence, inspire and heal. She uses poetry and expressive narrative writing to help people recognize and tell their own stories. She lives in the East Bay Area, where she is pursuing a Master of Divinity degree.

VALENTINE’S DAY TRIVIA QUESTIONS 1. How much did Americans spend on Valentine’s Day last year? a) $10.5 million b) $8.5 billion c) $20.7 billion d) $40.2 billion 2. When did the Sweetheart conversation hearts candies make their debut? a) 1866 b) 1901 c) 1927 d) 1964 3. Approximately what percentage of consumers celebrate Valentine’s Day? a) 80% b) Just over 50% c) Just under 50% d) 40% 4. The Bronx Zoo allows people to name a creature after their lover on Valentine’s Day. Which creature? a) pigeon b) duck c) rat d) cockroach 5. In Roman mythology, who is Cupid’s mother? a) Aphrodite b) Venus c) Juno d) Luna 6. Which movie was not released on Valentine’s Day? a) “Silence of the Lambs” b) “A Good Day to Die Hard” c) “Love Actually” d) “Daredevil” Trivia Question Answers 1. c 2. b 3. b 4. d 5. b 6. c

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EXPERIENCE A RIVER ROMANCE CRUISE IMAGINE DRIFTING down the Sacramento River and seeing a bald eagle swoop over you, trying to catch a fish. It’s nearing sunset and you’re peacefully going down the cool, swaying waters, taking in the surrounding beauty. The experience is something you’ll never forget, made even better with a loved one at your side.

One of the best ways to take in the flora, fauna and surrounding snow-capped mountain peaks of Northern California is from the Sacramento River, and River Romance Cruises provides a way for locals and visitors to comfortably experience the magic of the river any time they choose.

River Romance Cruises is managed by seasoned angler and romantic-at-heart Todd LeBoeuf. Growing up in the Bay Area, Todd remembers fishing with his grandparents out on the Delta around the time when he learned how to walk.

Todd fell in love with fishing and bought his first boat when he was just 12 years old.

“It was a Montgomery Ward 12-ft. aluminum boat. I had a boat before I had a car,” Todd says. When he got older, Todd moved to Redding for all the activities that the North State has

to offer, such as fishing, hunting, camping and hiking, and eventually ended up on the Sacramento River in his buddy’s drift boat.

Todd started fishing more on the Trinity and Sacramento rivers and launched Tiger T’s fishing guide service in the late 1990s. Then in 2001, his friend expressed interest in selling his Sacramento River-based romance cruise business and Todd jumped on it.

It was through River Romance Cruises where Todd met his wife Linnea, but not in the way you’d expect. Looking for the best ways to promote his newly acquired business, Todd turned to the Bay Area Yellow Pages. His account manager, Linnea, was curious about the unique venture that this Northern California fisherman was pursuing.

“I thought, ‘What kind of man would run a romance river cruise business?’” Linnea says. As she coordinated the ad and communicated with Todd, not even knowing where Redding was on the map, the pair got more serious and married a year later.4 continued on page 26

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“IT’S A BUSINESS WHERE WE PUT SMILES ON PEOPLE’S FACES. THEY ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT – IT’S FUN TO SEE THEM GET OFF THE BOAT BECAUSE THEY’RE LIKE NOODLES BECAUSE THEY’RE SO RELAXED...”

“The dinner cruise brought us together,” says Linnea, now office manager of River Romance Cruises. “It’s a business where we put smiles on people’s faces. They absolutely love it – it’s fun to see them get off the boat because they’re like noodles because they’re so relaxed,” she adds.

A three-hour dinner cruise starts at the Redding Rodeo Grounds above the Sundial Bridge, and groups sit in a comfortable drift boat with a canopy that separates the group from the gondolier. Guests generally amble downstream for about an hour before pulling off over on an island to have dinner. The crew cooks and serves a meal usually consisting of a choice between teriyaki or lemon pepper chicken, ribeye steak or salmon served with a baked potato, salad, vegetables, garlic bread and chocolates for dessert. After dinner, the group continues to meander down the river as the guide points out beautiful structures, native plants and wildlife during the trip.

People regularly see ducks, geese, hawks and bald eagles flying above and around the water as well as deer, raccoons, skunks, otters and beavers along the river’s banks.

“You never know what you’re going to see out here,” Todd says.

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He adds that every trip for him is different – he meets people from all over the world, taking them out for girls’ days, family reunions and special wildlife tours. He’s also personally witnessed around 75 marriage proposals. “Everyone said yes, thank God,” he says.

However, his most memorable experience was when he and Linnea got married.

“Linnea got in a boat and came to me (at a location on the Sacramento River) and then she said yes, and we floated off into the sunset,” Todd says.

River Romance Cruises are available all year long and every season brings a different aspect to make it a one-of-a-kind trip.

“It’s perfect for birthdays or anniversaries and it gives people something to look forward to,” Todd says. • River Romance Cruises www.riverromancecruises.com (530) 222-2728

Kayla Anderson is a freelance writer, marketer and action sports enthusiast who grew up wakeboarding on Lake Shasta and learning to ski at Mt. Lassen.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Chico State University and loves to visit her parents in Redding.

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VICKI AND DENNIS A L LWA R DT ’ S F O L K H E A R T S IN RED BLUFF VICKI ALLWARDT isn’t having it with anyone who says they can’t paint.

“It’s a teachable craft,” she says. “It’s very teachable. You just start with the basics and go right on to fine art.”

Allwardt is a beloved teacher of decorative painting in Red Bluff and is known internationally for her work. She, like many of her students, was once an absolute beginner, and remembers her first class as a student in 1981. “When I came to this painting thing I couldn’t quite get it,” she says. “Now I know why – the wrong brushes and the paints were bad.”

The art in embracing community “It’s a teachable craft,” she says. “It’s very teachable.

You just start with the basics and go right on to fine art.”

Vicki and her husband of 53 years, Dennis, have developed an arts-based business called Folk Hearts from their home studio and are busy creating and teaching, with an emphasis on folk art styles, and are a power couple as promoters of art in Tehama County. Dennis sits on the Tehama County Arts Council and both he and Vicki are active in the Red Bluff Art Association. Vicki provides live instruction and develops designs and instructions for folk art projects that are sought after throughout the international decorative art community.

“Decorative painting is usually on something functional,” says Vicki. “Its basis is more functional. I like clocks and I like boxes. I’ve done a lot of sundials and a lot of clocks because it’s my desire to control time.” The painting can be done on any surface, from glass, to tin, silver, silk and wood. “Wood’s the easiest,” she adds. 4 continued on page 30

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Dennis and Vicki championed development of the Open Studio Tehama Tour, which celebrated its fifth anniversary in December. “It’s something I’ve always wanted to do,” says Vicki. The Folk Hearts studio is a popular stop on the tour, with the often-whimsical styling of the couple evoking smiles from guests. “I call my stuff Old Crow Embellishments,” says Dennis.

A retired Red Bluff High School English teacher, he says, “I started out doing primitive folk art and we’d go to craft fairs and set up tents Everybody has the ability for many years.” The they really should try it. couple no longer do They should find the form the craft fair circuit they really love. but are frequent exhibitors at the Main Event Gallery in downtown Red Bluff. Dennis is now drawn to painting canvases with acrylics and watercolors and says, “Generally, I like some sort of architectural feature.”

Vicki’s unwavering sense that anyone can learn to paint has gained her a following. “Some of my students have been with me for decades,” she says. “Every one of them could do fine at home. There’s something about if you have an appointment to go to class, though. It’s a time when you can get something done. One person says she comes for therapy.”

Karen Crockett of Dairyville is one of Vicki’s longtime students and estimates she’s completed 25 or 30 pieces under her instruction. Among the treasured projects are an Italian tilt-top table on which she painted a spray of flowers, a tea set she adorned with pansies, and a bentwood box on which she painted a lace doily. “Every piece I’ve done has required some input from her,” she says of Vicki. “I know she has helped me see light and dark much more clearly, and as a result I’ve painted some pieces that are above my pay grade. Or so I thought.”

When not engaged in artistic endeavors, the couple brings creative thinking to Homes of Hope, a nonprofit organization supporting survivors of domestic violence. Vicki is a member of the Tehama County Grand Jury. They love giving back to the community in which they grew up, met, married and created a life together with two adopted children. “The only thing there used to be to do in Red Bluff was drag Main,” Vicki says with a laugh, telling the story of how she met Dennis as a teenager. “We met at the Cream King.”

These days, drag racing is no longer a weekly event and the options of things to do have expanded, thanks in part to the Allwardts’ commitment to sharing the arts. Of art, Vicki says, “Everybody has the ability and they really should try it. They should find the form they really love. You can relax and grow and heal. You can heal on the right side of the brain. You can quote me on that.” •

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one smart cookie LO R I D U I V E N VO O R D E N ’ S M I L K H O U S E CO O K I E S LORI DUIVENVOORDEN realized something early on when sampling raw milk from her family’s Cottonwood dairy farm to potential customers. “Cookies always seem to bring people to the booth,” she says. The classic combination of milk and cookies seemed a natural for the family’s first Raw Milk and Cookies Day, where they invited the public to learn the benefits of their raw milk.

An annual event that initially drew 150 has grown to bring 1,500 to their farm. No doubt, the cookies are now as much a part of the draw as the milk.

Duivenvoorden has also spent considerable time in retail stores sampling the milk and says, “People would ask where they could get the cookies.” The hearty

reception the cookies received set her entrepreneurial spirit in motion. Milk House Cookies launched in October 2018 and has been growing steadily in the North State and beyond.

“I started as a cottage home baker, like most people,” says Duivenvoorden. “After about six months I went to the state and got my process food permit. I can ship now.”

The business was able to grow so quickly due to the family taking advice to add a commercial kitchen to the milk processing plant they built for the farm. “Someone suggested it because there weren’t a lot of commercial kitchens around,” she adds.4 continued on page 34

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Lori and Marc Duivenvooden’s grandsons enjoying Milk House Cookies Hudson (age 2), Kaden (age 5) and Rhett (age 4)

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Milk House Cookies are now found in 10 to 14 locations at a time throughout the North State, and are only growing in popularity as people discover the keto offerings, which are the most popular.

Though sugar and gluten free, Duivenvoorden insists they taste delicious. Judging by the number of repeat customers, many agree.

A Type 1 diabetic, Duivenvoorden knows the value of a keto dessert.

“I started experimenting with the keto recipes and they can be very difficult,” she says. “People will buy the ingredients and try to make them and they fail. And they’re expensive. Sometimes it’s just easier to buy something that already tastes good.” Her own trials and tribulations perfecting her keto cookie recipes have led to products that have reduced aftertaste for the sugar substitutes. A keto pecan bar is particularly popular.

While the keto products are her most well-known, they aren’t the only offerings. “Some people say ‘Oh my gosh, I want all the sugar, all the flour, all the butter!’ Others say, ‘Oh my gosh, you make keto?’ I want something for everyone,” she says. Milk House Cookies includes standards such as chocolate chip and sugar, but 4 continued on page 36

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“I’m not artsy. I’m not very creative.

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But I do care a lot how they taste.”

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also feature Dutch stroopwafels in a nod to the family’s heritage. A Peruvian alfajores cookie was added at the request of a family member. “It’s a melt-in-your-mouth shortbread with a dulce de leche caramel in the middle,” says Duivenvoorden. “It’s a different kind of cookie that you’re not going to find anywhere else.”

With her kitchen license, Duivenvoorden now ships globally and revels in the fact that her cookies have found their way to other continents. “The furthest I’ve shipped is Australia,” she says. “They did an unboxing video when they received the cookies.”

Still, local businesses hold a special place in her heart, especially those that agreed early on to sell her cookies.

The cookies are a natural fit for local coffee houses, with many finding that they sell out quickly. She’s particularly appreciative of her hometown coffee spot, The Bean in Cottonwood. “They make their own cookies,” Duivenvoorden says. “They wanted to sell my cookies, too, because they are very community oriented. They sell out every week.”

If Lori Duivenvoorden becomes the next Mrs. Fields, it will be by design and intention. “I really want to make something bigger of this,” she says. “I hope to one day leave it to my family, the younger generation that has been so supportive.”

The goal of succession is right in the vein of the family farm where the cookies are made and four generations live

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on land that’s been in the Duivenvoorden name for 57 years. “We feel very fortunate to be working, and to be working with our kids,” says Duivenvoorden. “Our grandkids run around that farm. We feel very privileged to be there. My husband’s been here his entire life.”

While the cookie business is growing, so too is the dairy. “We’re a raw milk dairy with retail sales in stores,” says Duivenvoorden. “Our cows are 100 percent grass fed.

It’s a niche market. We’re not selling to the masses but we are growing and we’re expanding to Grass Valley.”

“The milk and cookies obviously go hand in hand,” she says. While raw milk and keto cookies may be unusual to some consumers, Duivenvoorden takes great pride when they discover they like them. “When people try something that they like, it just makes me feel good,” she says. “I’m not artsy. I’m not very creative. I don’t spend much time on if the cookie looks beautiful. But I do care a lot how they taste.” • Milk House Cookies • www.milkhousecookies.com (530) 227-5034 Melissa Mendonca is a graduate of San Francisco State and Tulane universities. She’s a lover of airports and road trips and believes in mentoring and service to create communities everyone can enjoy. Her favorite words are rebar, wanderlust and change.

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When a production company is looking for a location to shoot a movie, TV show or commercial, there’s a good chance Shasta County Film Commissioner Sabrina Jurisich knows just the spot – and can wrap up all the details to make it happen.

Jurisich heads Film Shasta, the Shasta County Film Commission marketing effort encouraging local filming.

Shasta County has a long history of welcoming film projects. The 1986 movie “Stand by Me,” with the heartpounding scene of four boys trying to outrun a train on the trestle 78 feet above Lake Britton, is a well-known example.

The county revved up its film efforts in 2014 by establishing the Shasta County Film Commission. The county commission is recognized by the California Film Commission as the official advocate for filming in Shasta County. The designation provides access to key affiliations in the film industry, increasing Shasta County’s visibility throughout the state.

There’s no shortage of scene-stealers in the region: Burney Falls, Sacramento River, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Shasta Caverns, Lake Shasta. The North State also has Old West buildings, farms with barns, vineyards, retro motels and more. Film Shasta lists some 500 film-friendly locations on its website.

Armed with brochures, a “sizzle reel” of top spots and plenty of enthusiasm, Jurisich promotes the area at conferences, trade shows and other events. A common response? “I didn’t even know about Shasta County.”

“A lot of people think Northern California ends at Sacramento or San Francisco,” Jurisich says.

Tyler Lockamy of Archetype Pictures used 34 Reddingarea locations, including Old City Hall, Market Street in front of the Cascade Theatre and Stillwater Business Park, in 2016 when filming “Interpreters: a C & Earth Chronicle – quantum 1” (the sci-fi/action film is in post-production).

“It was an incredible experience to do so many different locations,” Lockamy says. He praises Film Shasta for help with navigating required permissions and permits.4

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“I FEEL LIKE THE POSSIBILITIES ARE JUST BEGINNING,” JURISICH SAYS OF THE NORTH STATE FILM ECONOMY… “WE HAVE ABUNDANT RESOURCES HERE. OUR RESOURCES ARE BOTH NATURAL AND HUMAN.” North State lands fall under lots of jurisdictions – city, county, state and federal, including the Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Reclamation and Bureau of Land Management. Jurisich has connections with agency officials and is the local resource for production companies to sort out procedures and paperwork. That part of the process is critical, notes Matt Thayer, owner of Speropictures in Redding. “If you are going to try to sell footage, all of your t’s have to be crossed and i’s dotted.”

He recently worked on an episode of the British motoring television series “Top Gear” filmed in the North State. The segment had a searching-for-Bigfoot storyline and featured off-beat, imaginative vehicles. Thayer coordinated various production tasks, tapping into Jurisich’s expertise for assistance with locations and permits. “She would help us with the contacts and getting all of the right forms.”

Having things go smoothly is important in developing the North State’s reputation as a good place to film. When companies come to town, Jurisich connects them to expertise in the community. “Most productions need some sort of local support,” she notes. There might be requests for production assistants, actors, prop assistants and more.

Film Shasta also assists with finding caterers, medics, electricians, water truck operators and other support.

To better learn who is available to fill a niche, Film Shasta hosts periodic meet-and-greets for the local film community (the next one is Feb. 4 at Sheraton Redding Hotel and is expected to sell out with 150 attendees). The events support and foster local connections. “People don’t realize what talent we have here,” Jurisich says.

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Shasta County benefits economically from filming by way of payroll for those working on a production and money spent at hotels, restaurants, supermarkets and other businesses.

Film Shasta, funded by lodging taxes and part of Redding Convention and Visitors Bureau, is making a difference, Jurisich says. In 2014, when the county film commission was established, the county hosted 12 productions. In 2018, there were 31. The economic impact was valued at $73,213 in 2014 and grew to $1.37 million in 2018, according to Film Shasta data.

A side benefit of filming at North State locations is showcasing the region to a large audience. King’s Creek Meadow and Chaos Jumbles within Lassen Volcanic National Park were filmed for a recent Nature Valley granola bar commercial. That was a plus for the park, says Michelle D’Ulisse, Lassen Park fee manager. “It is beautiful but it is not a very well-known place. I don’t think people realize how much the park has,” she says.

“I feel like the possibilities are just beginning,” Jurisich says of the North State film economy, noting more opportunities for filmmakers because of growth of selfdistribution options and streaming platforms. “We have abundant resources here. Our resources are both natural and human.”• Film Shasta • www.filmshasta.com

Laura Christman is a freelance writer in Redding with a degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and a long career in newspaper journalism. Contact her at laurachristman14@gmail.com.

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FOOTHILL HIGH’S music, dance and drama students are turning back the clock nearly a century to a time when swing was the thing and the Big Band sound ruled America’s airwaves and dance floors.

These teenaged time travelers have set the dial for the ’30s and ’40s (think Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and the other jazz greats) and programmed the GPS to find a classic nightclub in Chicago. The best part is they’ve invited adventure seekers to come along.

All the fun can be distilled down to two words: Club Cougar. Now in its 26th year, Club Cougar is dinner,

dancing, music and a show all rolled into eight entertaining evenings.

Foothill High music teacher Mitch Bahr, who’s gearing up for his 18th straight Club Cougar, credits the show with transforming his students into full-fledged musicians. “It teaches discipline. It teaches kids how to train like a professional musician – how to bring it every night. There can be no ‘off ’ night, no phrases missed. It’s much like being in Los Angeles in the pit working a Broadway show where you’re on every night. It builds a lot of grit,” Bahr says.4 continued on page 46

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Cameron Sewell-Snyder, a senior who has been a part of Club Cougar during all four of his years at Foothill, agrees and adds that the hard work also makes it fun.

“The best parts are being with your friends and playing,” the 17-year-old tenor sax player says. Another plus: “Having a good time and that sense of community.

Basically, just working with everyone to put the show together … your friends, the cast members … just putting on the best show possible,” Sewell-Snyder says.

Kelley Sewell, the young jazzman’s mother, says the music is a big part of the Club Cougar experience.

The dancing, to choreography by Kathy Babcock, “is just as big a part. The band, the dancers and the play. I call it the trifecta of entertainment. It’s a very professional production,” Sewell says.

Natalie Hendrickson, Foothill’s drama teacher, credits her students for the Club Cougar script. “I put together a plot and a character breakdown and they (her fourth-year drama students) write it over the summer.”

This year’s production stars Foothill students in a show with a baseball theme. New York-based philanthropist Millicent Hearst arrives in Chicago to host a charity event to be highlighted by the auction of a baseball signed by members of the New York Yankees (the Yanks had just beat the Chicago Cubs in the 1932 World Series).

In addition to ballplayers like Joe DiMaggio, Lefty Gomez and Gabby “Old Tomato Face” Hartnett, the play features Kenesaw Mountain Landis, the famous baseball commissioner, and his wife Winifred, who are on hand to make sure everything is on the up and up. “There’s a fun activity within the script where they even pull someone in from the audience to do the ‘Who’s on First?’ routine,” says Hendrickson, referring to the classic Abbott and Costello bit.

Proceeds from Club Cougar help support the drama department’s fall production and covers the bus fare for a

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field trip to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, Hendrickson says.

Club Cougar also supports the unyielding appreciation of a truly American musical style, Bahr says. Five or six years ago, Bahr says he asked his students if they’d like to set Club Cougar ahead a couple of decades, “maybe a ‘70s club, with more disco and Motown. I thought they’d be jumping out of their seats, but the kids said, ‘We love learning about the roots of jazz. We love the melodies, the tradition.’

“When people hear Big Band music, they’re reminiscent of older times. It’s sophisticated, which is refreshing. Most people who come say, ‘Wow, we don’t listen to music like this anymore.’ And the dancers really appreciate it. By playing it correctly and now blowing it off, we show respect to that generation,” Bahr says.

Playing his sax on Big Band classics like “In the Mood,” “Sing, Sing, Sing” and “American Patrol” is why Cameron Sewell-Snyder wanted to join the Club Cougar orchestra, he says. That “and the desire to be in the top jazz band at school.” • Club Cougar • Feb. 5-8 and 12-15, 6-9 pm Redding First Church of the Nazarene, 2225 Bechelli Lane, Redding Tickets: $45, Wednesdays and Thursdays; $55, Fridays and Saturdays; available at the Music Connection, 3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, (530) 223-2040 • Find “FHS Cougar Band” on Facebook

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Job Coaching IONS T H E J OY O F W O R K I N G AT P E R S O N A L C R E AT

WORKERS REALLY ENJOY their jobs at Personal Creations in Redding. That’s the message you repeatedly receive as you tour this sparse crafting shop just south of downtown. Whether working wood, silk screening or laser engraving custom graphics, the folks here openly express their appreciation, and not just for an opportunity to generate a little income.

Personal Creations is an adult day program intended to serve and gainfully employ individuals with developmental disabilities numbering about a half-dozen today. Three staff members, called job coaches, assist them with everything from handling power tools to monitoring personal progress.

“We see guys coming in here with no knowledge and then they’re going out to buy their own tools,” says Mark Furia, overseeing safety policy in the wood shop.

“Time goes on and you see them teaching

each other, taking leadership roles. And that’s exactly what we want them to do.”

This wood shop is for more than fashioning trinkets to fill a worker’s time. Personal Creations is a business, a nonprofit striving to support itself – paying employees, overhead and taxes. Staff and workers produce goods that are sold to the public.

“Everybody has an important role here.

We all work together. We all get paid the same day,” says site manager Zach Brown.

“We use person-first language. You focus on the person, not the disability. So I say, this is Mike. He works with me.”

Turns out Mike Comegys had something to teach the management. He grew up in a family that owned a silk-screening business, so he arrived at the shop knowing something about taping up the screens, and looking for pinholes which can speckle a T-shirt design. “We’ve benefitted from4 continued on page 52

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“If someone doesn’t like one program, there are others they can change to.

We don’t put a person in an environment they don’t want.” the knowledge Mike brought with him,” says Brown. “We also appreciate his ability to work with others.”

Comegys clearly enjoys his position here, calling himself the silk screen guy. Asked what he likes most about working at Personal Creations, he refers to the gentle hand of his supervisors. “Everybody’s like, we all make mistakes,” he says. “They shrug it off.”

In the wood shop, workers break down pallets, harvesting raw hardwood for other artistic products. They cut the slats loose with a sabre saw, wrench them free by hand and hammer out the nails. They feed some of this wood into a machine that bonds pieces edge to edge, resulting in a board that will be made into any of a number of household novelties.

“The big thing right now is our surfboards,” says Brown, pointing out a display of miniatures, some with clock faces. “We started with T-shirts in March. It grew from there, picking up month by month by month. So now we can cut any vinyl letters or logos and put them on coffee mugs. But it’s definitely our laser engraving that sells the most.”

The first thing you notice when you step into the design studio, a small room with a modest computer, is the smell of burnt wood.

This scent comes from a large device that looks like an industrial-strength photocopier, but it’s more like a laser printer – with a real laser. Rather than adding ink, it subtracts wood, according to the company graphic designer, Dustin Gragg.

Gragg describes the process as the laser’s shuttle runs back and forth over an image of guitar legend Jimi Hendrix. “It’s on the second run. You can see more of the image come in with each run. For pictures like this, we’ll run it three or four times.” He picks up an engraving of a mountain scene and points at the snowline. “We can do this with any photo. Look at the detail.”

His excitement is real. The Helix laser engraver is new at Personal Creations, and Gragg is still learning it. He teaches worker Patrick Erickson how to compose layouts on a computer running Corel Draw and, once the design is finished, they hit “print” and the Helix takes over.

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Erickson shares his job coach’s enthusiasm for production. “I really like seeing how our design translates to the wood,” he says. “I think it’s more enjoyable than food deliveries and bagging.”

The company tries to provide a choice of jobs for its workers. “We ask, ‘What do you like to do?’” Brown says. “If someone doesn’t like one program, there are others they can change to. We don’t put a person in an environment they don’t want.”

Brown identifies Personal Creations as one program of many offered by parent company Creative Positive Environments. In addition to the artistic opportunities here and the food pantry, workers can join a landscaping team, staff a company thrift store or serve sandwiches in the shop at the Redding Library. “Our guys work a half-day shift, then get picked up and taken to the office. They can hang out, eat pizza, play video games – whatever they want.”

Personal Creations is so popular that Brown has a waiting list for those who want to join. Gragg, who’s been with Creative Positive Environments for three years and taught himself graphic design for this job, knows why. “It’s a really cool company, a really light atmosphere,” he says. “I think this helps people get along better with other people.”

Back in silk screening, Furia says the most rewarding part of being a job coach is seeing his trainees’ eagerness “just to do it.”

From the look of things, those on the waiting list might have a long wait. Listen to silk screen guy Comegys. Asked if he plans to leave Personal Creations someday, he replies, “I like where I’m at.”• Personal Creations 1477 Lincoln St., Redding • (530) 276-0322 www.personalcreationsshop.com Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm

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THERE’S A MISCONCEPTION that to survive as an artist, you must live and work in an urban community – just ask Holly and Mimi Bailey. As sisters, lifelong Siskiyou residents and working artists, they’ve managed to carve out a stable existence for themselves and their families. “Growing up here as an artist, I was told follow your dreams, but have a plan B – like what’s actually going to make you money,” chuckles Mimi.

When she opened her shop on Yreka’s historic Miner Street in 2015, it was nerve-wracking. “For a lot of people, art seems like a luxury, but Siskiyou County is proving that’s not the case.” Holly, who founded her Scott Valleybased jewelry company Waspish Wears in 2012, agrees wholeheartedly. “The community has been incredibly supportive.”

Mimi (pronounced like “Jimmy” with an “M”) is three years older but the sisters have always been close, born into a family that nurtured their creative pursuits. “My mom is an amazing seamstress and my dad does woodworking.

He built our house from the ground up,” explains Mimi. Now, Mimi is a painter and owner of the Miner St. Arthouse in Yreka. Having worked with a “little bit of everything,” Mimi’s true passion is doing portraits with watercolors. “With oils, you have to wait months sometimes for it to dry, and I’m just not that patient. With watercolors, there’s instant gratification and they take on a life of their own as they’re drying.”

Unlike the free-flowing landscapes often associated with watercolors, Mimi uses clean lines to create very representational portraits. “I try to make my lines really calculated. The freedom comes in when the watercolor does its own thing.” Recently, Mimi has added local label-maker to her repertoire, designing the “succulent lady” for the instruction pamphlets shipped worldwide by Mountain Crest Gardens, as well as the labels for the Denny Bar Company’s first three limited-edition whiskeys.

Holly, on the other hand, is more about “making stuff.” Mimi jokes that as a child, Holly was “always out making potions with sticks and leaves.” These days, Holly’s interest in the natural world has become transforming found4

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objects – including responsibly harvested bugs – into one-of-a-kind wearables. “I’d go for walks with my son and see lichen everywhere with its awesome colors and textures. We’d bring it home where it would sit on the windowsill and fall apart. So, I started trying to figure out a cool way to preserve it.”

Holly first experimented with resin and then latched on to glass, using an old Tiffany Lamp stained glass technique of cutting two pieces of glass and soldering them together with copper foil, thereby sealing in the object. “The solder is entirely lead-free, and with the copper foil, I’m able to use a lower temperature than, say, people who work with silver, so I can do it quick enough and not burn whatever is on the inside.”

Though they generally work independently, the sisters have collaborated on some projects, like mushroom pendants for the annual Mushroom Festival in McCloud. Mimi sells some of Holly’s jewelry in her shop, and they share a penchant for the macabre, even attending oddities conferences together. They’ve also both discovered their own bread-and-butter niche in commemorative art. For Holly, this means preserving everything from pieces of a wedding dress to bouquets. “I’ve taken a crazy quilt that was falling apart and cut it up and repurposed it

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for wear for six daughters and nieces, making it usable again instead of just fading away.”

One of Holly’s most memorable pieces involved enshrining a piece of pottery burned during the Carr Fire in Redding of 2018. “One lady had me do a necklace for her sister as a memorial for her house that burned down.” Mimi agrees with Holly, believing these types of commissions are often what elevates art from luxury to necessity for many people.

“I’ve done a lot of portraits of animals. Mostly dogs and horses but also a bearded dragon, a snake and a pet rat. I’m also always honored when I’m asked to do portraits for loved ones for memorial services.”

Despite any initial reservations about artist survival in Siskiyou County, the Bailey sisters express excitement about where the local arts economy is headed. Mimi is optimistic about the surge of artsfocused endeavors, like the fourth Friday “Art Hops” events from May to October in downtown Yreka, as well as the many successful brick and mortar establishments like Shoppe Serendipity, Bella Artworks Creative Cafe, the Liberty Arts Gallery and the Rex Club & Empire Room that are all within walking distance of her shop. Mimi remarks, “There’s been a resurgence of support for the arts, and I think it’s going to be what saves us.” • Holly Bailey • Waspish Wears www.waspishwears.com • (530) 598-4100 Mimi Bailey • Miner St. Arthouse 327 W. Miner St., Yreka • (530) 340-2070 Find it on Facebook

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IN WITH THE NEW 2020 WEDDING TRENDS IN 2020, wedding trends seem to center on one singular notion: Couples are passing on tradition and reaching, instead, for their own sense of individuality. While there will inevitably be some timeless elements woven into each celebration, what will reign supreme are the big and small touches that reflect the personal styles, tastes, passions and perspectives of the happy couple. And, frankly, shouldn’t this have always been the case?

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The traditional white or ivory wedding gown will always have its place. But the 2020 bride might be ready to take a chance on something new and exciting where her ensemble is concerned. She may crave a gown with bold sleeves, a vibrant hue, a floral pattern or decadent appliques. She may even opt to bypass the dress altogether in lieu of a twopiece ensemble or a pantsuit, even if only for the reception. And we are all for letting the lady have her day to shine however she sees fit.

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unexpected groom:

The 2020 groom may just trade in his classic black tuxedo and dress shoes for a look that seems to turn tradition on its ear. Bold footwear options, tuxedo jackets in vibrant colors and unexpected materials or a willingness to bypass a tux or suit altogether will give him a chance to step off the beaten path and onto the road less traveled.

interactive moments: Long gone are the days of

stiff and boring wedding receptions. In 2020, couples have made their guests’ experience a top priority. From an Insta-worthy photo backdrop to an ice-sculpture-turned-self-serve bar to an adult-only bouncy house, this year’s primary wedding theme is fun. Couples are hiring sketch artists, magicians and the like and allowing guests to customize their own meals to ensure each moment of the celebration is memorable. And while the number of guests in attendance at weddings in 2020 is on the decline, we’re certain that couples are making a concerted effort to choose quality over quantity.

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bold yet sustainable: Subtlety is so overrated. Sustainability, however, isn’t. In 2020, there is a way to honor your sense of style while considering the carbon footprint you create in the process. Uniformed chairs and matchy-matchy table displays are passé. Instead, couples are choosing bold, mismatched vintage and antique chairs, loveseats and sofas, and, whenever possible, are reincorporating the seating into cool lounge areas at the reception. Bonus cool points will be awarded to any friends and family members who are willing to loan you theirs for your big day.

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beyond the reception:

Tablescapes are focused on unique décor elements that create an exciting vibe rather than those that adhere to a restrictive two-color palate. Vibrant, monochromatic backdrops are being created with lighting, reclaimed fabric or spray-painted silk flowers. Customized neon signage makes a bold statement, and hanging centerpieces engage guests from the ceiling to the dance floor. Perhaps the best thing about these unique décor elements is that they can be incorporated into the couple’s love nest once the nuptials are complete.

with technology. It’s not only a distraction at a wedding – it can be downright intrusive. This might be the primary push for the unplugged experience. Aside from the logistics of paid photographers and videographers having to navigate around snap-happy guests insistent on getting the perfect shot, couples may simply want to be the first to break the happy news to the world. Perhaps they just want their guests to enjoy the moment without having to cave to the incessant urge to connect on social media. It’s all about enjoying the here and now. This notion transcends even to the honeymoon, where some couples are seizing the opportunity to truly connect with their partners – sans smartphones, tablets and laptops. Social media will be there, but the couple will only get one shot at their wedding day and their honeymoon.

If a couple has called for an unplugged wedding, kindly honor their request without complaint. You’ll be surprised how much human connection there is to be found when you ignore your phone for a while. •

Kimberly N. Bonéy is a freelance writer, jewelry designer and owner of HerStory Vintage and herstoryvintage.com. When she’s not writing stories or joyfully creating new jewelry in her home studio, she’s enjoying time with her family, traveling or perusing flea markets, vintage and antique shops and estate sales for new inspiration.

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earth first nuptials T H E E C O - F R I E N D LY WEDDING FOR THE environmentally conscious couple, having the wedding of their dreams – one that showcases what is at the heart of their sense of individuality – couldn’t be achieved without considering the bigger picture. The ecofriendly couple is cognizant of the carbon footprint they could leave in their wake without careful planning, considering the huge potential for waste at the modern wedding. But they also know they don’t have to sacrifice their joy or uniqueness to be kind to Mother Earth. In fact, eco-friendly nuptials might be the greatest opportunity to show that outside-of-the-box thinking works wonders curating a unique and memorable wedding. Follow along for some ideas to make your big day beautifully earth conscious. The guests will admire your ingenuity and future generations will thank you.

GO PAPERLESS WITH YOUR SAVE THE DATES AND INVITES. Sure, it’s lovely to admire an elegant paper invitation that comes in the mail, but for the ecoconscious couple, the more responsible option is to bypass the paper altogether. Consider sending a digital version instead. Should the need arise for a physical version of your save the date or invite, use eco-friendly paper or print the invitation on something that your friends and family can keep for a lifetime – a photo of the two of you.

SKIP THE DISPOSABLE PLATES, CUPS, NAPKINS AND CUTLERY. Let’s face it. Using disposable materials does make clean-up easier, but it doesn’t leave the world any better off. Styrofoam and plastic are particularly harsh on the environment. Consider renting glass dishes, napkins and silverware, in addition to linen napkins and tablecloths. Family members and friends may have pieces you can incorporate to create a whimsical aesthetic without adding to the landfill. Be sure to look for rental companies that are committed to eco-friendly cleaning processes, as well.4 continued on page 66 FEBRUARY 2020

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CONSIDER A SECOND HIRE A CATERER WHO HAND GOWN, SUIT OR SHARES YOUR PASSION TUXEDO. Wearing something FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. It pre-loved on your wedding day is possible to create an incredible doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice spread with ethically sourced food style or uniqueness. With upcycling and local and organic produce. Ask on the rise, you can take something the caterer if it’s possible to package old and make it new again. Vintage any unused food for guests to enjoy jewelry and accessories or those that later in bio-degradable packaging, incorporate repurposed elements donate it to someone in need or can be a charming, one-of-a-kind compost any waste. addition to your ensemble. And just GIVE A WEDDING FAVOR like that, your “something old” will OF A DIFFERENT KIND. phy Luther Photogra Photo by Katie be covered.

Instead of giving guests something that may end up collecting dust, consider a donation to CREATE DÉCOR WITH LIGHTING INSTEAD your favorite charity in their honor. If you’d like to give a OF MATERIALS. Lighting can work wonders for a physical gift, give your guests something edible in a space. It has the power to create an ambiance without reusable container. Wildflower seed packs or tiny saplings leaving a single thing to dispose of later. Have a lighting that can be planted later make for a gift that helps to specialist cast your initials onto a prominent wall in place sustain life after you tie the knot. of bunting or floral arrangements. You’ll get cool points ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE OF MORE for creativity. If you need a décor piece with dimension, a THAN TRADITIONAL FLOWERS. You don’t have custom lighted sign with your names, initials or a phrase to break the budget for flowers that will begin to wilt that you have a personal connection to as a couple is before you hop the flight to your honeymoon. Consider something that can be used at your wedding and in your using succulents, other live plants, edible flowers (like home afterwards. • hibiscus, honeysuckle, lavender, mums and roses) or fresh fruit in your arrangements. They’ll be beautiful and Kimberly N. Bonéy is a freelance writer, jewelry purposeful. If nothing other than classic blooms will do designer and owner of HerStory Vintage for your big day, consider composting them afterward.

and herstoryvintage.com. When she’s not writing stories or joyfully creating new jewelry in her home studio, she’s enjoying time with her family, traveling or perusing flea markets, vintage and antique shops and estate sales for new inspiration.

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C H O O S I N G YO U R B R I D A L H A I R A C C E S S O R I E S IT’S ALMOST the big day and all of the exciting details are coming together. You’ve got your dress, shoes and jewelry picked out, but what about a special accessory for your hair? There are many fabulous alternatives to a veil, including flowers, headbands, clips and crowns.

FIRST, CONSIDER YOUR HAIRSTYLE. This determines the type of wedding hair accessories to choose for your big day. Big updos and voluminous hairstyles require heavier accessories, while daintier and simple accessories pair well with shorter or more minimalist styles. What to choose? For a bigger ‘do, try a wide headband or crystal tiara or crown. Be sure the accessory has weight and is substantial enough to be seen. For daintier styles, try a halo strand and wrap around a bun or even throughout your hair.4 continued on page 70

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No matter the style or theme, if you find an accessory you really love, you can certainly find a way to wear it.

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WHAT’S YOUR THEME? Are you a boho bride or ballgown beauty? Your accessory shouldn’t distract from your overall style, but rather enhance it. Boho chic? Try a flower comb or double-banded halo hairpiece worn like a headband. Pulled back bun? Try a delicate tiara or cathedral-style veil for full princess effect.

TRY IT ON! Just as with a wedding dress, try on your hair accessories, as well. Take pictures from different angles to see whether the accessory shows up in your hair. Something that may not have even caught your eye originally may end up being that something special.

DESTINATION WEDDINGS. There are many factors to consider, one being as climate. Hair accessories for a beach wedding can include lots of pearls, flowers and nature-inspired details. Heading to Las Vegas? Try a sassy fascinator and face veil to go with a shorter retro dress, or tap into the Parisian vibe with a teased half-up look capped off with an oversized, satin bow. Winter or holiday wedding?

Think sparkling snow and crystals. There’s really no limit to what you can wear in your hair.

COLOR MATTERS. The color of the accessory should correspond to your style and theme. Pick a hue that will light up your look.

Choose warmer tones such as gold, rose gold and pearls for ivory, champagne and off-white dresses, and silver, crystal and diamond accents for white and silver-toned gowns.

COSTUME CHANGE. Many brides who can’t decide on one dress are adding a second (or even third) look. Why not change your hairstyle, too? Swap that updo with pearls for flowing tresses with a flower crown. Or why not incorporate a hair accessory with your rehearsal dinner or bridal shower look? Glittering hair combs or pearladorned bobby pins are feminine and romantic. Plus, they’re a perfect way to distinguish your bridal look from your regular aesthetic and get several uses out of an incredibly special hairpiece.

The best thing about a hair accessory is that it truly ties your bridal look together, especially if you opt for simple jewelry and shoes that won’t be seen under your dress. While some brides choose a long veil or glitzy tiara, others may opt for a flower crown or headwrap. No matter the style or theme, if you find an accessory you really love, you can certainly find a way to wear it. •

Melissa Gulden is a Redding native with an extensive background in the makeup and cosmetics industry. She enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, Bobby, and their dog, Mr. Jenkins, traveling and enjoying outdoor activities. Melissa went to college at LSU and Chico State and currently teaches English at Shasta College and West Valley High School.

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What did you do before owning the shop?

My background is in nursing. For the last 10 years I was the regional director for a large non-profit helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The boutique has been open since April 2014.

What inspired you to open the shop?

It was a passion of mine growing up, but I had put it in the back of my mind and forgotten about it. A friend that I had grown up with reminded me of the dream I had as a girl.

Working in bridal goes back to who I am as a person. I had the opportunity to work in obstetrics when I was a nurse and loved that it allowed me to nurture people. Working in

bridal gives me the same feeling. I absolutely love helping brides find that perfect dress. It’s such an important time in a bride’s life and I like being able to be a part of that.

What types of products and services do you offer?

We have more than 400 bridal gowns, bridesmaids’ dresses, mother and grandmother dresses and tuxedo rentals, in addition to bridal accessories, veils and jewelry. We also carry other formal wear, including prom dresses. I try to carry sample sizes 4 to 32.4

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We’ve heard that bridal gowns in bold colors are trending this year. Have you had any of those requests from brides at Simply Elegant?

It typically takes a little longer for the trends to hit this area, so we haven’t seen the true pops of color or texture here just yet. We have a few dresses that have a bluish tone and we’ve had some brides interested in them, but mostly, they’re coming in for off-white, blush and sand colored dresses. Champagne colored dresses with ivory lace overlay are still very popular because it makes for a softer, more romantic look.

What is trending at your shop as far as bridesmaids’ dresses are concerned?

We see a lot of monochromatic tones as well as mixes of several colors within a chosen color palate. Some brides are giving their bridesmaids the option to choose from a few designs. It gives the bridesmaids a chance to find something that works well for their body type.

What about for the mother of the bride or groom?

I find that a lot of times the moms tend to dress down a bit. They are afraid to go too bold. I always say to them, “You’re the mom!

Don’t be afraid to dress up a bit, because you are part of this.”

What are the most popular looks for grooms and groomsmen?

There are lots of options – from a classic tuxedo to a suit to a vest and tie with jeans and cowboy boots. The colors vary based on the time of year. A tan suit works well for the summertime, but navy is good for

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any season. The groom may have a different color tie and vest that sets him apart from the groomsmen. Their vests and ties will coordinate with the bridesmaids.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve encountered in trying to provide service to a client?

The biggest challenge is making sure I have a range of dress sizes that will work for everybody. It breaks my heart to think of a bride coming in, falling in love with a dress and not being able to try it on because I don’t have her size. All brick and mortar bridal shops have this challenge. A big part of what we do every day is making sure we serve as an advocate for the bride. We are always Team Bride. We don’t allow any body shaming of any kind – even from the bride herself.

Tell us about your most joyful experience assisting a client?

It’s still very raw to me. We lost our home in the Carr Fire and had to close our doors that Friday. On Saturday, I had to go to work... ...I got a phone call from a lady whose niece had lost her dress in the fire. She didn’t originally get her dress here, but I asked her to come in right away. There was a dress that fit her perfectly and I gave it to her. I didn’t have any money to give, but I had that dress.

I had another bride who had lost her dress in the fire. She needed a receipt for insurance purposes. The designer from the warehouse in Europe heard about what happened and physically delivered the replacement and gave it to the bride.4 continued on page 76

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You’ll look at these pictures for the rest of your life.

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What’s the wildest request you’ve at the shop?

We sometimes have brides that need a dress within a couple of days.

We’ve been able to help because we carry about 300 dresses that we don’t have to order.

What are some of the biggest challenges a bride faces in trying to select her gown?

Shopping online for a bridal gown is a huge risk for a bride. There are so many counterfeiters out there. They will pull images from a designer’s website and claim they will customize a dress that looks like it for $300 – a fraction of the cost of the real deal. What they order and what they receive are often two very different things. They are getting plastic beads instead of glass ones and glued-on appliques instead of sewn-on ones. I’ve had brides say they ordered a dress that they have never received. I try to educate them without making them feel pressured.

Ordering online also doesn’t give the brides a chance to enjoy that moment with their family and friends. We encourage them to try on dresses in every style. More than 90 percent of the time, we hear brides say, “I didn’t expect to buy this style!” There’s a particular feeling a bride gets when she puts on the right dress. That isn’t a process that can happen with online shopping.

Brides don’t often realize the time frame it takes to buy a dress. The process can take four to six months. In cases when they don’t have that amount of time, they can choose something off the rack, but it’s best to begin the search for your dress eight to 12 months in advance.

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Why is it so important for a bride to be particularly aware of her budget when trying on a dress?

We are always very respectful when it comes to a bride’s budget because if you try on a dress outside of your budget and you can’t afford it, you’ll spend a lifetime comparing every dress to that one. That can bring on the sad tears. I’ll cry happy tears with you all day long, but please don’t make me cry sad tears with you!

What is the best advice you can offer to brides as they are trying to say yes to their perfect dress?

Always keep in mind that it’s your dress and your day. There are a lot of influences from friends and family, but you have to love your gown. You have to value yourself enough to invest in what’s important. There are two things you shouldn’t skimp on: your dress and your photographer.

You can’t go back and get a better dress and you can’t go back and get a better photographer. This is your chance. Put on a dress that makes you feel beautiful. You’ll look at these pictures for the rest of your life. Yes, it’s one day, but it’s your wedding day. • Simply Elegant Bridal Boutique 1746 Churn Creek Road, Redding • (530) 319-3399 www.simplyelegantbridalboutique.com

Kimberly N. Bonéy is a freelance writer, jewelry designer and owner of HerStory Vintage and herstoryvintage.com. When she’s not writing stories or joyfully creating new jewelry in her home studio, she’s enjoying time with her family, traveling or perusing flea markets, vintage and antique shops and estate sales for new inspiration.

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WHAT’S COOKIN’ | BY LANA GRANFORS | PHOTOS: KARA STEWART

CLEARIE’S ALMOND JOY SILK PIE

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If you have tried this dessert at Clearie’s and loved it, you can make it at home, too. Why not treat your love with this delicious and decadent pie? Enjoy

CRUST DIRECTIONS: STEP 1: Preheat oven to 350.

Visit Clearie’s in Redding this month and give it a try.

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STEP 2: Pulse coconut, almonds and butter in a food processor until the almonds are chopped and the almonds, coconut and butter are combined. Prepare a spring form pan (10-inch diameter, 3 inches deep) with parchment paper and nonstick spray. Press coconut/almond/ butter mixture into the pan evenly and up the

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Listen Live February 2

REACH HIGHER SHASTA COUNSELING INITIATIVE RECOGNIZED WITH DISTINGUISHED CALIFORNIA EDUCATION HONOR The Reach Higher Shasta Counseling Initiative has received California’s leading educational honor, the Golden Bell Award. The Golden Bell Awards, celebrating their 40th year, are presented by the California School Boards Association to promote excellence in public education and school board governance. Shasta County’s was one of 253 applications, from which 57 winners were selected.

This year’s Golden Bell winners demonstrated that they are addressing student needs through areas such as equity and access, school climate and safety, technology and wellness.

The Reach Higher Shasta Counseling Initiative includes all four districts in Shasta County that have high schools: Anderson Union High School District, Fall River Joint Unified School District, Gateway Unified School District and Shasta Union High School District. This initiative has been coordinated by the Shasta County Office of Education under the direction of Judy Flores,

Shasta County Superintendent of Schools, and Becky Love, Counseling Coordinator, with dedicated support from each district’s superintendent and administrators. A school counselor at each site participates as a co-lead for the initiative: Jill McWilliams from Anderson New Technology High School, Faren Reid from Anderson High School, Tara Schwerdt from West Valley High School, Abby King from Central Valley High School, Elizabeth Guerrero from Fall River and Burney High Schools, Heather Van Slyke from Shasta High School, Deitra Smith from Enterprise High School and Corey Rossman from Foothill High School.

This is the first time a countywide counseling model has been honored with the Golden Bell Award.

Representatives accepted the Golden Bell at an awards ceremony in December in San Diego during the California School Board Association’s Annual Education Conference.

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The current projects are referred to as a vertical mixed-use development.

In vertical developments, the lower floors are designated for commercial spaces while the higher floors are reserved for private or residential spaces with the intention of providing a deeper sense of community.

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Owner Karline Niver holds a strong background in the food industry and runs her business as she does Annie Galbraith and Woody Galbraith her life, always making an effort with their mom, Karline Niver to be good to people, believing people will be remembered more for their kindness than any level of success. Deja Vu’s atmosphere reflects its owner’s kind heart and ability to make anyone feel at home, providing a welcoming, homestyle setting to locals and visitors alike. Not only will consumers feel at home here, but their tastebuds will rejoice over the delicious menu options, including a selection of 15 different omelettes, a unique variety of Eggs Benedict and flavorful choices for sweeter clientele. Deja Vu is also known for its specialty coffees and provides breakfast and lunch seven days a week.

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DOWNTOWN BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT For Elyse: Sparked by a mother-daughter dream, For Elyse began in 1998 and has since evolved into a successful

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business. This lovely boutique is committed to providing outstanding customer service, unprecedented quality, and unique style inspired by current trends. Upon entering the boutique, customers are greeted by personal stylists excited to create a memorable shopping experience. Each stylist is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the boutique’s various collections to find and create a look the customer will adore. For Elyse has years of experience in bringing together collections that blend into everyday life, with a passion that has lived on through three generations of women. One visit to this beautiful downtown boutique will leave each customer in love for more.

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February 1 • 33rd Annual One SAFE Place Crab Feed, Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St., 4-9pm, www.ospshasta.org/event/ crabfeed2020 February 6, 13, 20, 27 • Story Time, Anderson Library, 3200 W. Center St., 3:30pm, www.shastalibraries.org February 6-8 • The 71st Annual Sierra Cascade Logging Conference Forest Products and Construction Equipment Expo, Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St., various times, www.sclcexpo.com/expo/current-expo February 28, 29 • Crown Motors NorCal Boat, Sport and RV Show, Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St., noon-7pm Friday, 10am-7pm Saturday, www.norcalsportshow.com

burney

February 5, 19, 26 • Preschool Story Time, Burney Library, 37038 Siskiyou St., 11am-noon, www.shastalibraries.org

cottonwood

February 7, 8 • Book Sale, Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St., 11am-2pm, www.facebook.com/ cottonwoodlibrary

chico

February 1-29 • Renaissanced, The Turner, 400 West 1st St., Arts and Humanities Building #130, noon-4pm, www.csuchico.edu/turner

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February 1 • Paradise Rotary Crab Feed, Chico Elks Lodge, 1705 Manzanita Ave., 5:30-9pm, www.paradiserotary.org February 8 • Family Fun Day, Chico Mall, 1950 East 20th St., 11am-3pm, www.chicochamber.com • 21st Annual Valentine’s Gala, Chico Elks Lodge, 1705 Manzanita Ave., 5:30-10pm, www.chicochamber.com February 13 • Renaissanced Exhibit Talk, The Turner, 400 West 1st St., Arts and Humanities Building #130, 5:30pm, www.csuchico.edu/turner February 21 • Valley Contractors Exchange 23rd Annual Crab Feed, Chico Elks Lodge, 1705 Manzanita Ave., 6-11pm, www.vceonline.com

dunsmuir

February 2, 9, 16, 23 • The Lone Ranger, Dunsmuir Brewery Works, 5701 Dunsmuir Ave., 3pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 8 • Double Art opening Reception, “Civil Twilight,” and “Around Town,” Siskiyou Arts Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave., 5-7pm, www.siskiyouartsmuseum.org February 8-29 • Exhibits “Civil Twilight” and “Around Town,” Siskiyou Arts Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave., 11am-4pm Wednesday-Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday, www.siskiyouartsmuseum.org February 8 • Dunsmuir Second Saturdays, Downtown Dunsmuir, 11am-9pm, www.dunsmuirsecondsaturday.com

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paradise

February 1, 2, 6-9 • “Girls’ Weekend,” Theatre on the Ridge, 3735 Neal Road, 7pm Thursday-Saturday, 2pm Sunday, www.totr.org February 27-29 • “The Portuguese Kid,” Theatre on the Ridge, 3735 Neal Road, 7pm Thursday-Saturday, www.totr.org

gridley

February 1, 2, 8, 9 • Guided Nature Walk, Grey Lodge Wildlife Area, 3207 Rutherford Road, 12:30-2pm, www.wildlife.ca.gov/lands/places-tovisit/grey-lodge-wa

lassen volcanic national park

February 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 • Ranger-Led Snowshoe Walks, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, 21820 Lassen Peak Hwy., 1:30-3:30pm, www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/ ranger-led-programs

mt. shasta

February 4, 11, 18, 25 • Bluesday Tuesday with Jimmy Limo, Best Western Tree House Restaurant, 111 Morgan Way, 6pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 5, 12, 19, 26 • Smooth Guitar by Jimmy Limo, Lily’s Restaurant, 1013 South Mt. Shasta Blvd., 6:30pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 7 • Artisan Market, Summit Church, 1030 West A Barr Road, 3-8pm, www.mtshastachamber.com

February 9 • Full Moon Skate, Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Drive, 6-9pm, www.siskiyourink.org February 8 • Blue and Gold Derby, First Baptist Church, 812 Lassen Lane., 2-4pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 16 • Community Family Ice Skating Party, Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Drive, 5:30-7:30pm, www.siskiyourink.org February 17 • Presidents Day/Closing Day, Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Drive, 9am-noon, www.siskiyourink.org February 23 • Free Snowshoe Tour, Mt. Shasta Nordic Center, Forest Route 31, 10am-2pm, www.mtshastachamber.com

palo cedro

February 6, 13, 20, 27 • Palo Cedro 50 Mile Market, 22037 Old Forty Four Drive, 3-6pm, www.healthyshasta.org February 16 • Public Breakfast, IOOF/Rebekah Hall, 22551 Silverlode Lane., 8-10:30am • Free Old Time Fiddle Jam, Open Mic and Concert, Palo Cedro Community Hall, 22037 Old 44 Drive, 2-4pm, www.northstatefiddlers.com

red bluff

February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • Farmers Market, River Park, 555 Washington St., 7:30am-noon, www.healthyshasta.org February 20 • 8th Annual Business Expo and Mixer, Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 South Jackson St., 5-7pm, www.redbluffchamber.com

redding

February 1 • J. Lately, The Dip, 1730 California St., 8:30pm, www.thedipredding.com/ events February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • Gather Marketplace, 1043 State St., 9am-1pm, www.healthyshasta.org

February 2 • Free Old Time Fiddle Jam, Concert and Open Mic, St. James Lutheran Church, 2500 Shasta View Blvd., 1-3pm, www.northstatefiddlers.com February 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 • Free Dental Cleaning Screenings, Shasta College Downtown Redding, 1400 Market St., 1pm Monday, 8am and 1pm Wednesday, (530) 339-3608 February 5, 19 • Pub Quiz, The Dip, 1730 California St., 7pm, www.thedipredding.com/events February 5-8, 12 • “An Evening at Club Cougar,” First Church of the Nazarene, 2225 Bechelli Lane., 6-9pm, (530) 646-9551 February 6, 13, 20, 27 • Thursday Night Music, Sweetspot, 1675 Hilltop Drive, 6:30pm, www.facebook.com/ events/505814486817508 February 6-9, 13-16, 20-23 • Spamalot, Axiom Repertory Theatre, 2613 Bechelli Ln., 7:30pm Thursday-Saturday, 2pm Sunday, www./axreptheatre.com February 8 • The Emo Night Tour, The Dip, 1730 California St., 8pm, www.thedipredding.com/events February 12 • Randy’s Cheeseburger Picnic in Redding, The Dip, 1730 California St., 8:15pm, www.thedipredding.com/ events February 14 • Year of the Cobra, The Dip, 1730 California St., 8pm, www.thedipredding.com/events February 15 • Rivers and Robots, The Stirring, Catalyst Center East, 2250 Churn Creek Road, 7-10pm, www.visitredding.com February 16 • Redding Bridal Show, noon-4pm, Redding Civic Auditorium February 20 • Michael Jr. “Off the Cuff,” Comedy Tour, Simpson University, Grant Student Life Center, 2211 College View Drive, 7:30pm, www.michaeljr.com

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February 22 • Ashleigh Flynn and the Riveters, Vintage Public House, 1790 Market St., 8-10pm, www.vintageredding.com/ events February 24 • The Delta Bombers, Reckless Ones and Motor City Riot, The Dip, 1730 California St., 7pm, www.thedipredding.com/events February 26 • Summer Cannibals, The Dip, 1730 California St., 8pm, www.thedipredding.com/events

weed

February 1 • Rotary Casino Night, Weed Community Center, 161 East Lincoln Ave., 6pm www.mtshastachamber.com February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • Distance to the Sun, Mt. Shasta Brewing Co., 360 College Ave., 2pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 6, 13, 20, 27 • Live Acoustic Bluegrass, Weed Alehouse Bistro, 360 College Ave., 6pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 7, 14, 21, 28 • Kevin McDowell, soft acoustic guitar, Mt. Shasta Brewing Co., 360 College Ave., 4:30pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 15 • Third Saturday Comedy Night, Lake Shastina Golf Resort, 5925 Country Club Drive, 7-9pm, www.mtshastachamber.com February 29 • Monte Carlo Night, Weed Community Center, 161 East Lincoln Ave., 6:30pm, www.mtshastachamber.com

cascade theatre

www.cascadetheatre.org February 8 • North State Symphony “Pulling Out the Stops,” 7:30pm February 11 • Cirque Mechanics, 7:30pm February 20 • 14th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour, 7:30pm February 21 • The Doo Wop Project, 7:30pm February 22 • District One Little League Comedy Night, 7pm

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February 28 • Richard Marx, 7:30pm

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chico state university

www.csuchico.edu/upe/ performance www.csuchico.edu/soa February 4 • GuGu Drum Group from Shanghai, Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm February 11 • Chris Thile: Mandolin Virtuoso, Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm February 15 • Brian Regan, Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm • Chico Voices: Mossy Creek, Harlen Adams Theatre, 7:30pm February 16 • Sundays at Two “If Music Be the Food of Love, Play On…,” Zingg Recital Hall, 2pm February 22 • “We Shall Overcome,” A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Featuring Damien Sneed, Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm February 23 • Hot Tuna Electric, Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm February 27 • Linda Colley “Inscribing a Modern World: Constitutions Across Borders Since 1750,” Zingg Recital Hall, 7:30pm • New Music Symposium: New Music by Student Composers, Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall, 7:30pm February 28 • New Music Symposium: Splinter Reeds, Zingg Recital Hall, 7:30pm

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February 29 • “Bodytraffic,” Contemporary Dance from Los Angeles, Laxson Auditorium, 7:30pm

frosty fun run

www.midniteracing.net/frostyfr February 1 • Frosty Fun Run, Clover Creek Preserve, 3500 Shasta View Drive, 7-10am February 8 • Frosty Fun Run, Lema Ranch, 800 Shasta View Drive, 7-10am February 15 • Frosty Fun Run, Fleet Feet Store, 1376 Hilltop Drive, 7-10am February 22 • Frosty Fun Run, Clover Creek Preserve, 3500 Shasta View Drive, 7-10am February 29 • Frosty Fun Run Championships, Lake Redding Park, 2150 Benton Drive, 7-10am

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riverfront playhouse

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February 1, 2 • Live Radio Theatre, 7:30pm Saturday, 2pm Sunday February 7, 8, 9 • Playwrights Night Out February 15 • Redding Improv February 21 • A Night of Surprises, 6pm, Win-RIver Event Center

redding library

www.shastalibraries.org February 1 • Friends of the Redding Library Giant Book Sale, 10am February 15 • Read with Me and Ruff Readers, 10am February 20 • KIXE Community Film and Discussion, 6pm

schreder planetarium

www.shastacoe.org/programsservices/schreder-planetarium February 7 • Exploring Space “Wonders of the Universe,” and “From Earth to the Universe,” 7pm February 21 • Ancient Skies “Stars of Pharaohs,” and “Seven Wonders,” 7pm

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turtle bay

www.turtlebay.org February 1-29 • Lost Man Blues: Jon Schueler “Art and War,” 9am-4pm February 1 • Charlie Rabbit and Friends, 10am

• Redding Cultural Cruise Art Day, 11am-2pm February 1, 8, 15 • Survival Indoor Animal Show, 2-2:30pm February 2, 16 • Big Blue Blocks, 1-4pm February 2, 9, 16 • Animal Parade, 2-2:15pm February 6, 13, 20, 27 • Little Explorers: Be An Artist, 10-11am February 7 • Chocolate After Dark, 7-9pm February 8 • Family 2nd Saturday: Art Studio, 11am-2pm • Paint Night at the Museum: Owl Be Yours, 4:30-7pm February 15 • Indoor Plant Propagation for your Spring Garden, 10am-noon • Science Saturday: Sweet Science, 11am-2pm February 19 • Maker Wednesday: Mini Microorganisms, 1-3pm

February 20 • Single-Day Camp: Out of This World, 9am-4pm February 21 • Single-Day Camp: Junior Adventurer, 4-5pm February 22 • Project Learning Tree Workshop, 9am-3:30pm • First 5 Story Time, 11am-noon February 29 • Garden Tour: A Walk with a Horticulture Manager, 10am

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GIVING BACK | BY EMILY MIRANDA

created to care T H E O U T R E AC H E F FO RTS O F T H E N O R T H S TAT E ’ S C A R I N G C H O I C E S ORIGINALLY OFFERING services to combat the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) epidemic affecting families in the North State, Caring Choices has since expanded its services.

With the mission to improve the health and welfare of those living in Northern California, the nonprofit provides services that either did not previously exist or are limited in availability and accessibility. They offer a wide range of programs such as disaster case management, volunteering programs, community education, early intervention services and HIV case management.

Since opening in 1993, Caring Choices has been improving community services through volunteerism. It holds the view that volunteering is a vital part of a healthy community, and it disperses its efforts among its Chico, Marysville and Redding offices. This allows the dedicated staff and volunteers to serve eight counties with community-focused services, such as the emergency volunteer center, outreach education programs and donation-based food pantries.

The emergency volunteer center is activated at the request of the state in times of disaster and crisis. This resource allows community volunteers to offer support in several areas of need. The most recent incident in which Caring Choices offered aid and support was the 2018 Camp Fire.

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Aside from disaster relief, the nonprofit maintains a strong community presence through outreach efforts at community events. Its information booth can often be spotted at local health fairs, but its efforts stretch even further through their provision of HIV and Hepatitis C testing, as well as health education classes. The nonprofit also continually operates donation-based food pantries through its Chico and Redding offices, where it accepts donations of canned and non-perishable goods year-round.

There is no arguing the deep care and concern Caring Choices holds for the communities and people of the North State, for it is always looking to fill in the gaps. • www.caring-choices.org

Emily J. Miranda is a freelance writer, designer, and self taught artist. She is a graduate of Simpson University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in communication with an emphasis on business and marketing. In her free time she enjoys writing, painting, sewing, and any projects involving creative insight.

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