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December 2006
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contents
December 2006 Beauty
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Holiday Havens Find the Perfect Pampering Place
Business
22
Sugar and Spice Millville’s Michael’s Bakery
31
O’ Christmas Tree The Simonis Family
Dining
25
Come in from the Cold Delightful Dishes from Trinity Cafe
Giving Back
45
Fit for a King Bethel Holiday Feast
Health
37
De-Stress Your Holidays Yes, It Can Be Done
Holiday
12
The Gift of Giving Angel Tree and Adopt-A-Family Programs
15
La Bûche de Noël A Traditional French Dessert
19
It’s a Wrap Holiday Wrap Up from A-Z
Music
39
Soundtrack of the Holidays Music for the Season
Nature Hike
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Field Day Out on the Millville Plains
Profile
9
Life’s a Stage Spotlight on James Santos
Recreation
35
NBC New Year’s Eve Bull Ride Here’s Mud In Yer Eye
Top 10
33
Warm Drinks 10 Great Places to Get a Warm Drink
Travel
13
Mt. Shasta Resort Picturesque Place for a Memorable Stay
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Enjoy the View Sky’s the Limit by Chad Thomas
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Calendar of Events Upcoming North State Events
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Where to Find Us Locations Throughout the North State
Cover Photo: Kathi Rodriguez December 2006 Enjoy 4
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Letter from the Editors
Believe in Magic. is is the time of year where we look forward to a sleigh full of festivities. Parties and get-togethers that are, well, like magic. In this issue, find out some of the stories behind this holiday enchantment.
Read about the legend of a family straight out of a storybook and the woodsman who cut down the 85 foot Noble Fir destined for Sleeping Beauty’s Castle at Disneyland. e Simonis family of Christmas tree farmers has more than 25 years of tradition in providing the community with beautiful, fresh trees.
Just hanging out around the woodstove with our wonderfully warm beverages at McCloud’s Sugar Pine Candy Co. Built in the late 1800s, this candy shop and
Who is behind the magical night of the annual Cascade Christmas musical? None other than a Redding native who realized his dream of becoming a dancer in New York and brought his exemplary talents to Redding to start his own dance company. From his beginnings at Lincoln Center to his home now in Redding, this man behind the curtain sells out shows every year!
mercantile will transport you back to the pioneer days. It’s a favorite, as you will see by our top 10 places to get a warm drink. But don’t let the nostalgia fool you, there’s plenty of contemporary gifts, great for holiday shopping.
Sometimes all this magic can make our heads spin… So, make a plan for a stress-free holiday and take time out for yourself. Relax and look refreshed with spa treatments. In a rustic hideaway along the Sacramento River or engage in an ever-popular Ladies Night where the treatments are accompanied by nibbles and cocktails or go for the “quick fix” of a medi spa. So, go ahead and believe in magic, because during this holiday season, whatever our busy life brings us, we can comfort ourselves by attending a joyful theatre production, shepherd the hunt for the perfect family Christmas tree or simply enjoy a warm holiday beverage with just a hint of peppermint.
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Contributors
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Teresa Wilson: As a freelance writer and photographer, Teresa spends much of her time frantically typing her thoughts onto a computer or peering through a lens – her own version of therapy at its best. A Shasta County resident since 2001, coming from the Bay Area was a life altering experience. She is spellbound by the beauty of the North State.
Melissa Gulden: Melissa has returned to the Redding area after earning her Master's degree at Chico State and working as an editor and college English teacher in Las Vegas. She is currently working on her teaching credential so she can teach high school. Melissa also enjoys performing and local theater, and is eager to grace the Redding stages once again.
Gwen Lawler-Tough: Gwen is married to Rich and is the mother of two sons, 17 and 20. Their family moved to Redding from the Bay area in 1999. She enjoys water aerobics, singing in the St. Joseph Choir, cooking and reading.
Sophia Zaniroli: A 20-year resident of Redding and a graduate of Enterprise High School, Sophia received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business and Human Resource Management and her Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Simpson University. She is a new mom and enjoys spending time with her family, working with children, photography and reading.
Marty Sternberg: A freelance journalist who has been married for 29 years, Marty and her husband, Neal, have lived in Whitmore for 23 years. They have two children, three grandkids and two dogs, boxers. She enjoys riding her Harley Davidson Fat Boy, working on gourds and spending time with her family.
Andrea Senden: A 22-year-old recent graduate of Simpson University, she received a B.A. in English with an emphasis on writing. She currently lives in Manteca, CA with her parents. Andrea enjoys taking her jet ski to the nearby lakes. Her favorite places to go are Disneyland and the beach.
Michael O'Brien: A 14 year resident of Shasta County who has frequented the Redding area since 1983, he is a life long birder, a graduate of Humboldt State University and a sales and marketing professional. Personal and professional travel has allowed him to bird in most of the Western US, some Mid-western and Eastern states, in Europe and the Caribbean. Such travel has provided opportunity to “see the world”, but he is always grateful to return home to the beautiful North State.
Chad Thomas: Chad is an action and landscape photographer. Growing up with a mother from the beaches of Orange County and a father from Dunsmuir, his infatuation with the outdoors was inevitable. Chad moved to the North State with his wife Jennifer in 2002 and has lived and worked in Colorado, Utah, Oregon and here within the state–San Diego and Lake Tahoe. Published credits include Snowboarder Magazine in addition to numerous websites, national print ads and trade catalogs within the action sports industry.
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Wrap Up a Home Yvonne Mazzotta publisher Michelle Adams publisher Ronda Ball managing editor James Mazzotta advertising sales director/photography Curtis Davis advertising sales representative Michael O’Brien advertising sales representative Terry Olson copy editor Matt Briner senior designer Katie Murphy web programming
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Profile by Melissa Gulden
life’s a stage
SPOTLIGHT ON JAMES SANTOS
photo by Jeni Greene
Chances are you know his work, even if you have never met him personally. Peter Pan, Hair, Godspell, to name a few, have all benefited from his expertise. e Cascade eater has housed his dance company, e Dance Project, and Redding has welcomed his Cascade Christmas warmly for the past three years. James Santos may look as young as his students at University Prep, but he is a fixture in this community and has been for some time. Santos’ relationship with the Cascade is just the tip of the iceberg. Born in Redding, Santos was raised in Redding and Vacaville, splitting time between his mom and dad. His love of children’s theater as a young boy quickly evolved into dance lessons and choreography. He choreographed Redding Community eatre’s production of e Fantastiks at age 16, and was soon working non-stop. Accepted to SUNY Purchase, Santos packed up, moved to New York, and returned just as quickly as he le. He realized school wasn’t the place for him. “I wanted to be performing,” he said. However, New York still held that certain magic and he swore he would return someday. Santos’ talent didn’t go unnoticed. As soon as he returned to California, he was hired by the American Musical eatre of San Jose for shows like Follies and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, in which Santos scored a leading role. His work escalated, landing him once again in New York. “My plan was always to return,” Santos said. He traveled back and forth between Redding and New York, performing in a show, then coming back home to choreograph for a company or a show at Shasta College. He quickly learned about the life of a dancer, toiling through audition aer audition. Some panned out, some didn’t, but Santos was determined. He knew his calling was the stage and he persevered. It paid off. Santos returned to Redding in the summer of 1999 and landed another job, this time in Detroit for the Fox eater. As wonderful an opportunity Detroit was, New York beckoned.
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“I had to pursue the dream of New York,” Santos said. Santos worked hard to make life in the city comfortable, but something just wasn’t there. As much as he enjoyed musical theater, Santos says he wasn’t where he wanted to be. “I wanted to return to my roots — dance.” e New York City Opera offered a chance for Santos to do just that. “I remember calling my mom from outside the Lincoln Center and just yelling, ‘Mom, I got the job!’” Santos reminisces about his job with the Opera fondly. “Something was so old world about it; it was such a professional experience. Probably the best feeling job I’ve ever had, as far as the way people treated me. It was massive.” Massive, yes, but Santos missed his family. Having returned to Redding each summer to choreograph Kids Unlimited, Santos sensed big changes occurring in his hometown. “I could feel everything happening in Redding,” Santos said. “And I wanted to be close to family, raise a family, have that life.” And so he returned. “I had done what I set out to do,” Santos said. “I had danced in New York.” Santos began teaching classical dance at University Preparatory School as well as choreographing the Shasta High School musical and various productions. According to the Cascade eater House Manager Michele Rider, Santos’ real passion, e Dance Project, was born out of fundraising
for the Cascade, and quickly escalated into being the theater’s house dance company. “James brought (to the Cascade) what was missing,” Rider said. “His Dance Project was just what the Cascade was looking for.” e Dance Project has evolved into a business relationship with the beloved theater. Now in its fih full-scale production, e Dance Project has been more than well received; A Cascade Christmas has sold out and added shows for the third year in a row and the productions just keep getting bigger and better. Dance Captain Chase Kinney says Santos is a joy to work with. “It’s amazing working with someone as talented as James. We work together really well.” Many members of the Project share Kinney’s view. “He has a lot of energy, he’s extremely organized, which I love, and he knows what he wants,” said Leaha Hernandez, company dancer. “He really loves what he does, so he makes it a lot of fun for everyone.” Santos is happy to be back in Redding, among family and friends. Between directing the dance program at U Prep, choreographing various productions, and expanding e Dance Project, Santos has his plate full. “We’re trying to build this community. As long as people want it, we’ll keep doing it. And the minute I think they don’t want it anymore, I’ll stop.”
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Holiday ANGEL TREE PROGRAM
by Marty Sternberg
Every year, the Salvation Army helps provide a little Christmas cheer for needy families through its Angel Tree program. An evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church, the Army has been helping those in need since 1865. Each year, nearly 33 million Americans receive help through the organization’s food for hungry, disaster relief, assistance to the disabled, elderly outreach and homeless programs. About 83 cents of every dollar raised is used to support these services. e Angel Tree program provides new clothing and toys for children in the community whose families are experiencing financial difficulties. Every application is reviewed by staff members, who then assign the family a number for an angel tag. Listed on each tag is the child’s first name, clothing sizes and his or her Christmas wishes. Each child gets at least two gis, said Patricia Wetter, a Salvation Army captain. “When we take an application, that is our bond with the client,” Wetter said. “It is our promise and we live up to it.” Once the angel tags are filled out, they are hung on trees located throughout the community. People can then select a tag and buy the gis. Wetter said people tend to choose tags for various reasons. Some choose tags with names or ages similar to their own kids and then make it a family lesson in giving back. “While there is a two-gi-per-child minimum, if someone buys more than that we give the child everything,” she said. “However, we do look at what the other children in that family have been given and try to make things equal. Luckily, some people will donate stocking stuffer items that we can add. But sometimes, it also requires more than just those gis chosen from the trees.” In past years, the Army has had to use kettle drive money to buy gis. Money raised through kettle donations are used all year to help clients with food, prescriptions and other basic needs, she said. “We do enjoy it,” said Wetter. “It’s really long hours during the holidays, but it is so rewarding. Sometimes the clients are in tears because these are the only gis their child is going to receive.” New, unwrapped gis and the angel tag can be dropped off at the Salvation Army. Wetter said it is a lengthy process and they can always use volunteers. For more information, call (530) 222-2207.
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North Pole? Tri-County residents know that Santa’s workshop is here in the North State. For more than 10 years, Northern Valley Catholic Social Services has coordinated a non-denominational campaign that brings Christmas to hundreds of families in need. Last year, 880 families in five counties received presents and supermarket gi certificates as part of the “Adopt-AFamily” program. is year, it extends its helping hand into seven north state counties, including Trinity. An incredible variety of North State organizations, businesses, families, church and civic groups and individuals make it all possible. NVCSS receives referrals from 26 outside agencies, ranging from Child Protective Services to CalWorks to Women’s Refuge Mission. e NVCSS.org website lists families anonymously and gives a brief description of each family’s situation, wants and needs. Families range in size from a teen mom with a baby to large, extended families. Anyone can adopt online with a click, which is followed by a phone call confirmation from NVCSS. People can also adopt by calling NVCSS at (530) 241-0552. All gis need to be new and wrapped. Many people have fun shopping for small children when their own are grown, or in my case, selecting girly items because my own family is all boys! ose who do not want to shop can still adopt a family by writing a check to NVCSS. Volunteer shoppers do the rest. Jessica Delaney of NVCSS emphasizes that cash donations are not just tax deductible, but important. “We take care of the many families who are not adopted.” NVCSS’ Redding headquarters is transformed into Santa’s Action Central from Dec. 14-20, when gis are dropped off. It is the culmination of a huge, heartfelt effort by everyone from high school classes to entire offices. As Jessica Delaney says, “It’s breathtaking to see the community come together. is is driven by the community. We are only the intermediary.” December 2006 Enjoy 12
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la Bûche de
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Once a much honored custom, the Yule log, or trunk of a great tree, was cast on the family fireplace where it burned for the 12 days of Christmas. As time passed, the tradition of the Yule log became a cake made in resemblance. Many cultures still share this tradition. In France, this dessert became known as Bûche De Noël. Bûche De Noël literally translates into Christmas Log and dates back to the 19th century. Liliane Podtetenieff graciously shares her Bûche De Noël recipe with us, which was passed down from her mother-in-law. Liliane is a Redding resident who was born in Paris, France. Liliane and her husband, Serge, have two sons and five grandchildren. She has taught French for the past 25 years at Country Christian School and gives private lessons to students of all ages. She is well known for her delicious French desserts including “choux a la crème” (crème puffs), meringues, and tarte aux pommes (French apple pie).
To make the bûche you nee d a “biscuit roule” (a rolled cake) and chocolate butter To bake the roll cake you crème. need a 16 x 12 cookie she et lined with a piece of par buttered and floured. chemin • 8 larg e eggs separated, at room temperature • 1 cup • 1 cup of sugar of flour • 1 pin • 1 tea ch of salt spoon of baking powder • 1 tea spoon of pure vanilla extrac Mix egg yokes with sugar and t vanilla until it makes a thic k, pale yellow ribbon. In a bowl, beat the whites until separate stiff. Gradually incorporate egg whites and sied flour powder. Pour the mixture with baking evenly on the cookie sheet and cook in preheated ove degrees for 10 to 12 minute n at 330 s, until the blade of a knife comes clean. Turn the cake on a humid linen cloth. Ro upside down ll the cake until ready to use . To make the chocolate but ter crème : • 4 oun ces of French or Belgium chocolate (2 semi-sweet and • 1/3 cup 2 bitter) of sugar • 1/4 cup • 2 stic of water ks (1/2 lb of sweet butter soened) • 3 egg • 2 or yokes three drops of green or red food coloring Melt chocolate in a double broiler. Mix sugar and wat er in a saucepan, bring to boil and boil for 2 minute a s. Put eggs in a bowl, pour sugar syrup on top and bea mixture until pale yellow t (5 minutes), add butter bit by bit, mixing slowly until the crème is smooth. Reserv e 2 tablespoons of butter for decoration with coloring. Add melted cho colate and beat until smoot h. Unroll the cake and sprink le it with a few drops of rum mixed with water and sugar. Spread a layer of chocolate crème on top. Ro ll the cake again and place on a ser ving pla tter. Trim one inch off eac h end of the cake diagonally in order to place them on top as little stump s. With a spatula, spread the remaining chocol ate crème all over the log and cover the cut ends of the stumps also. Im itate wood grain using the teeth of a fork in a wavy, uneven pattern. Decor ate the cake with artificial holly and small Christmas figurines and me ringue mushrooms. You can write on the bûche: “Joyeux Noël!” (Merr y Ch ristmas) with the reserved butter with coloring.
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Let’s face it — this is a beauty-crazed world and everywhere you look, more and more day spas, medi-spas, and lunch-hour Botox parlors are popping up on every street corner. What’s a modern-day gal (or guy) supposed to do? Is there more to a pedicure than just the color of polish? I mean, OPI’s I’ve Got the Blues for Red is my favorite this season, but what about the person applying it? Don’t your feet deserve the same respect as your neck, shoulders, and nether regions? I say yes, and I’m here to help take the guesswork out of choosing a place to relax, refresh and rejuvenate. For many of us who are harried and hectic, atmosphere is the name of the game. Who wants fluorescent lighting or sterile lab coats? I want to relax, and to me that means soft lighting, candles and music. The moment you step inside the welcoming wooden structure along the Sacramento River, you are instantly met with the subtle trickle of a fountain and the serenity of Complexions Face and Body. “People are so busy,” said Dawna Salado, owner of Complexions. “People don’t sit down, don’t relax, don’t unwind. They can come in here, sit down, relax, and enjoy a feeling of calmness that’s just so hard to find these days. It’s all about them when they come here.” Salado, a mother of two, knows the importance of taking time for oneself. So does Janine Susich, owner of Urban Retreat. Susich believes that health and taking care of oneself go hand in hand. Both of these women understand the need for relaxation and pampering in today’s schedule-driven climate. Urban Retreat offers a modern, sophisticated approach, without being pretentious or uptight. “We’re the fun, relaxing, upbeat place where
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people won’t ‘sshh’ you,” said Susich. “We’re kind of the party spa.” And a party it is, indeed. Urban Retreat offers many distinctive treatments, such as Ladies’ Night, which caters to four to six women at once, and includes two treatments, beverages and appetizers. Urban Retreat has two massage rooms, specializing in side-by-side and group massage, an aesthetician room catering to epicurean skin care, and a pedicure room. “We offer warm, welcoming, cutting-edge treatments; we’re contemporary and men feel comfortable coming in because we’re not pink and ruffly,” Susich added. Ditto for Complexions; earthy and rustic, it’s an inviting environment for anyone. It also offers two massage therapists in addition to Salado’s skincare treatments. Such atmosphere sets the day spas apart from the medi-spas, which have recently gained popularity for their “quick fixes.” Avalon Medical Rejuvenation offers services such as microdermabrasion, facial peels, lasers and ultrasound, which work on acne, hyperpigmentation and sun damage. According to Nicole Molyneux, spa coordinator at Avalon, they try to offer a soothing atmosphere, not decorated like a doctor’s office, to help with a little bit of that day spa “fluff.” Avalon offers complimentary consultations involving computerized skin analysis to score skin on things like sun damage, pore size and condition, and redness. That way, clients can come in beforehand and evaluate what treatment is right for them. Of course, there are also the “quickies,” said Molyneux, such as Botox and Restylane, which are very popular among the busy. And Avalon offers treatments for varicose veins, laser hair removal and cellulite care. Marilu Tortoric, clinic manager at Advance Laser Clinic of Redding, says not only has the demand for these types of services grown — the demand for knowledge has grown as well. Clients are taking the time to learn about what procedures they’re having done. “The more knowledge they have, the happier they are with the results, because they understand how the procedure works, what is being done and why.” A specialized clinic, Advanced Laser Clinics offers “painless” laser hair removal, photo rejuvenation, which is performed by nurses, and microdermabrasion and waxing done by an aesthetician. Tortoric appreciates the fact that clients are educating themselves prior to their visit. “We’re using lasers on them — it’s a big deal,” she said. “We want them to be knowledgeable and know what we’re doing.” There are many places to go for pampering — new spas and doctors’ offices are popping up all over the North State. Just be sure to look at more than the Yellow Pages before you ante up. Hygiene, references, and licensing all play a vital role in creating a reputable business. With all of these wonderful services available, you would be foolish not to partake in the pampering. Ask a friend who does their brows/lips/toes and you just might be surprised. “Feedback is great from the community,” Susich said. “Redding is a very word-ofmouth town. You do one great service and they tell someone and it snowballs, and before you know it, you have a great clientele.” 17 Enjoy December 2006
Complexions Face and Body 1903 Park Marina, Redding (530) 242-0350 Urban Retreat 1302 Court Street, Redding (530) 247-1502 www.urbanretreatspa.com Avalon Medical Rejuvenation 2420 Sonoma Street, Redding (530) 247-3223 www.avalonmedispa.com Advanced Laser Clinics of Redding 1007 Dana Drive, Redding (530) 222-8740 Renew Medi Spa 2626 Edith Avenue, Redding (530) 241-7772 www.renewlaserskincare.com The Spa Downtown Inc. 1452 Oregon Street, Redding (530) 242-1771 www.thespadowntown.com Spa West 1950 California Street, Redding (530) 244-1950 info@spawest.net DermStore 1810 Market Street, Redding (530) 245-4500 www.dermstore.com
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Fresh Flowers for a Year redenvelope.com, $450 + surcharge. marthasflowers.com, $639.
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Business by Marty Sternberg
Sugar & Spice
M I L LV I L L E ’ S M I C H A E L ’ S B A K E R Y H A S TA S T Y T R E AT S F O R T H E H O L I D AY S Finding the perfect gi for everyone on your shopping list can be a huge task that can take the fun out of the holidays. And searching through crowded stores or spending hours online takes time away from family and friends. But a perfect solution is available. A recipe for success that is as easy as a phone call or a web site visit. Michael’s Bakery offers the perfect solution for filling all those stockings with great baked gis. All you have to do is place your order and your gis will be mailed directly to Great-Aunt Edna in Des Moines, or Grandpa Henry in Orlando. Located just 10 miles east of Redding, Michael Ramos opened his bakery 18 years ago in Millville. With the smell of warm cinnamon buns and hot coffee waing through the door, his shop invites you to come in and browse while enjoying a snack. Besides the cinnamon rolls, brownies, cookies and a daily cake variety are available. While the coffee shop is open daily for walk-ins, it is not his bread and butter, said Ramos; mail order is. Michael’s has a variety of items to choose from in its mail-order catalog, all made the old-fashioned way with the finest ingredients available. e bakery’s signature item is an applesauce walnut cake, which has been featured in the Neiman Marcus catalogue. During the holidays, however, Anne’s old-fashioned applesauce holiday cake is very popular. e cake is named for his mother, who started the family business in 1957 to raise money for charity. From that small beginning, a family tradition was born. Michael’s Bakery 24127 Old 44 Drive Millville, CA 96062 (800) 449-CAKE www.michaelsbakery.com
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Dining by Gwen Lawler-Tough
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The Trinity Cafe claims a loyal following of North State residents – and with good reason. For 10 years, it has created a dining experience that’s casual, yet elegant, with a delightful take on California cuisine. Former Napa Valley Chef Bill Truby and his wife Crystal purchased the cafe in 2003 and updated the interior with hardwood floors, fresh paint and tasteful décor. Using seasonal produce and wild-caught fish, as well as local meat and game, Truby and chef Jennifer Stout create cuisine that is high in flavor and low in fat. My husband and I dined at the Trinity Cafe on one of fall’s first chilly evenings. Server/manager Paige Macdonald seated us at a table for two and my husband and I relaxed with a refreshing Columbia Riesling ($5.75 a glass), selected from the substantial wine list. Ordering from the à la carte menu, Rich began with grilled tiger prawns complemented by spicy pineapple salsa, salad greens and wonton crisps ($10). I warmed my palate with spiced carrot ginger soup, with a dash of crème fraiche and pecans ($6).
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For our main courses, Rich had Pacific salmon grilled to perfection, accompanied by a medley of cannelloni beans, braised fennel, cherry tomatoes and pancetta. My entreé of honey-glazed duck breast was elegantly served on a white plate with French green lentils, sausage and braised chard, and garnished with a cabernet fig reduction ($21). It was flavorful, but not heavy. Our last course of the night was a hot-out-of-the-oven peach cobbler topped with homemade ice cream. It was big enough for two. The menu changes frequently, sometimes twice a week, depending on what is in season. Everything on the menu is homemade, from the bread to the mayonnaise. It’s fitting because the restaurant was once a home.
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Nature Hike by Michael O’Brien
field day OUT ON THE MILLVILLE PLAINS
So, where shall we go today? e possibilities quicken the spirit. When birding in the North State, choosing a place to go is like making one choice from a chocolate dessert buffet. However, choose we must. Before we go, I have decided to take a departure from the hikes we have been taking. Today we bird by car. How can we see birds from the car, you may ask? Well, we stop frequently and either watch from an open window, or stand next to the vehicle. Autos make wonderful blinds because they do not frighten birds as much as do humans. In addition, we cover more ground, so the pace is quickened. And we don’t get so sunburned or drenched, depending on the season! Today, we are headed for the Great Plains… of Redding. Just east of town It is a piece of landscape that off Highway 44, lie the Millville Plains. It is a piece of landscape that resembles the grasslands of Kansas, resembles the grasslands of Kansas, with rolling hills, endless blue sky, and even a windmill or two. with rolling hills, endless blue sky, Named aer the nearby town of Millville, this environment supports an ecosystem germane to the Midwestern plains. As I turned south off and even a windmill or two. Highway 44 East onto Millville Plains Road, I see golden hills and a scattering of oaks. I parked near a cattle gate, stepped out of the car and heard the “zzzzeeet!” of savannah sparrows, and the flute-like calls of western meadowlarks. Meadowlarks are a type of blackbird, but their neon yellow breasts dominate their appearance. Looming over this landscape are power lines and the huge steel towers that carry them. Scanning each tower top, I spotted a red-tailed hawk, peering down from its throne on high, head bobbing side to side. e raptor took about 4 seconds to decide that 300 feet up was too close to me. It lit from its perch, took three powerful flaps of its wings, and sailed to the next tower.
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Nature Hike
Back in my car, I drove to the top of the first hill and pulled into the PCR corral driveway. Birding was my goal today, but I became immediately distracted by the big sky view available from this spot. A breathtaking panorama begins with Mt. Lassen and the Sierras to the east. Mt Shasta and the Cascades poke up to the north. Shasta Bally and greater Redding spread out to the west. To the south is the open space of the Sacramento and San Joaquin valleys. As I enjoyed this sight, I noticed a “herd” of horned larks frolicking amongst the road apples in the corral. eir feather tus mimicked the horns of bulls that may have performed in the arena. I finally tore myself away from this scene and continued driving south. I played the birding-by-car game, stopping at any turnout that safely allowed me to do so, and scanned tree and tower tops, fence posts and lines, grassy tus and thistles for bird life. On the plains, local birders have spotted, depending on the time of year, burrowing owl, prairie and peregrine falcon, merlin, accipiters, ferruginous and rough-legged hawk, loggerhead shrike, mountain bluebird and golden eagle, migrating sandhill crane, greater white-fronted goose, tundra swan and rarely swainson’s hawk. From Highway 44 to its terminus at Dersch Road, Millville Plains Road is only seven miles. At this point, the grasslands have given way to dense oak forest. I stopped at the Nobel Trail Bridge just before
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reaching Dersch Road. Birders oen speak of “hot spots,” where an abundance of many species may be found in one compact area. Nobel Road, across the street from Nobles Trail Bridge, is a mini hot spot. is place is alive with avian life. In a 15-minute period, I spotted western bluebird, oak tit, scrub jay, white-breasted nuthatch, acorn and downy woodpecker, yellow-rumped “Myrtle” warbler, california towhee, american robin, and red tailed hawk. I counted more than 50 turkey vultures flying high and headed in a southeastern direction. I watched one acorn woodpecker drop from a perch onto the grassy carpet, grab an acorn, li off with the payload, and carry it to a nearby oak. ere it shoved the seed into an excavated hole securing part of its winter stash. About then, I marveled at how distant the honkinglike voice of white-breasted nuthatch sounds, only to realize the acrobatic little bugger was on a branch straight above, upside down, probing for insects under bark and leaf. My arrival at Dersch Road meant the end of the trip. It also meant more possibilities. Where should I go from here? e morning was still young. I had my binoculars, my field guide, and had just been to the “Great Plains.” I decided to follow the turkey vulture’s example and make my way lazily back to the North State, and home.
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Business by Teresa Wilson
e holidays are upon us and many families are in search of the perfect Christmas tree. Whether it is a Douglas Fir, Noble Fir, Silver Tip or the prestigious Nordman tree, finding one has never been easier for those who frequent the Simonis Christmas Tree lot on Churn Creek Road. For more than 25 years, the Simonis family has provided exemplary customer service and beautiful fresh trees for their customers. Customer service is paramount to the Simonis family. During the short three-week selling season, clients are catered to; ensuring the tree-shopping experience is optimal, from the choice of tree to the wood stand it sits on.
O’ Christmas Tree, T H E S I M O N I S FA M I LY H E L P S Y O U F I N D T H E P E R F E C T T R E E “People come for the service, and know they can get a quality product,” said owner Buck Simonis. “We even custom-build the wood stands for the trees. We really like to do that because they work much better than the ones you buy,” he added. A 4th-generation woodsman, Simonis learned the trade from his father, Walter, a long-time timber man whose parents moved to Redding in the 1940s. One of eight siblings, Simonis grew up watching his father work in the industry and spent much of his childhood helping run the family business. “Working in the woods was basically a way of life for us,” said Simonis. As a young boy, he remembers being awestruck watching an 85-foot Christmas tree being loaded on a semi-trailer with the assistance of a large crane. e delivery destination of this mammoth tree: Sleeping Beauty’s Castle in Disneyland. More than 30 years ago, Simonis’ father began working with a business partner, Jim Jensen, who was in the Christmas tree business. Aer working with Jensen for a while, Walter determined he enjoyed the industry despite the amount of hard work involved. Trees are hand-selected by Buck and his father from their Oregon and south Washington growers. e Simonis’ personally evaluate and then flag the trees they will sell on the lot and only the best will do for their customers. “It would be like going into a big corn field and only picking 100 of the best ears of corn,” said Simonis. Not only do the Simonis’ hand-pick their trees, but they spend much time with their growers in the offseason, working the land with them side by side. e strong relationship the Simonis’ have with their growers allows them first priority in selecting trees for harvest. According to Simonis, all tree lots get their trees from somewhere and 31 Enjoy December 2006
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most of them come from Oregon. “It’s a lot of work, 24-hours a day during the season. If a truck arrives in the middle of the night, we have to unload it,” said Simonis. As many as 1,000 trees are unloaded during the selling season, and great care is taken to ensure the tops and branches are not broken. While the selling season may be short, preparation begins in the summer months with frequent trips to the grower’s farms to evaluate the upcoming harvest. Since Christmas trees are a crop, the weather, water and other conditions can impact the size and quality of the yield. By remaining in close contact with the growers, Simonis can better determine the size of the harvest in hopes to adequately supply the demand. e Simonis family trees aren’t just from Oregon and south Washington; the family has property near Eagle Lake, just outside Susanville, where they grow Silver Tip trees. e Silver Tips grow at elevations between 5,500 and 7,500 feet, which makes getting to them difficult at times. “ere is really a lot that goes into harvesting the trees; a lot of elements that go with it. You’re dealing with rain, snow, wind. It’s really a brutal climate to work in,” said Simonis. When harvesting the Silver Tips, Simonis employs a process called stump culturing. e process involves pruning branches so that the base of the tree is bare, about two feet up from the ground with a few branches le at the base creating a window effect. is process slows the tree’s growth and allows them to fill out naturally creating a thick, full shape. Silver Tips are never manicured or sheared like most Christmas trees are. Once the Silver Tip is harvested, the stump along with the remaining branches at the base will regenerate another tree in about 2 years without having to replant. “Christmas trees are a crop, but with the Silver Tips we don’t have to replant. We encourage what we call the mother stump to generate another tree,” said Simonis. Aer the boughs pull up and generate a new tree, they continue to grow about a foot a year,” he added. Customer service and quality are what set the Simonis family apart. Families can have their Christmas trees wrapped with lights before leaving the lot, the stands are all custom built and whether you want your tree flocked or fireproofed the Simonis lot is definitely full service. Trees can even be delivered anywhere in the greater Redding area. Located next to Taylor Motors on Churn Creek, the lot opens the Friday aer anksgiving and is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Top 10 by Sophia Zaniroli
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When its cold outside, there’s nothing like a hot drink to take off the chill, whether it be coffee, tea, hot chocolate or cider. These are 10 of our favorite places to get a hot drink. Breaking New Grounds 1320 Yuba Street, Redding Monday-Thursday 6:00 am-6:00 pm Friday 6:00 am-10:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am-2:00 pm Sunday Closed MUSIC NIGHT FRIDAYS 7:30-9:30 pm This café is family owned and the minute you walk in the door you feel like part of the family. They offer Internet access. Dutch Bros Coffee 2221 Churn Creek Road, Redding Sunday-Saturday 24 HOURS Dutch Bros Coffee offers extremely fast drive-through service and excellent customer service. Java Detour 495 East Cypress, Redding Sunday 7:00 am-8:00 pm Monday-Thursday 5:30 am-9:30 pm Friday 5:30 am-10:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am-10:00 pm Java Detour offers fast service. When the drive through line gets busy, staff comes directly to your car to take your order.
Sue’s Java Café 1712 Churn Creek Road, Redding Sunday 8:00 am-5:00 pm Monday-Thursday 6:30 am-8:00 pm Friday 6:30 am-9:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am-9:00 pm POETRY NIGHT: 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH FROM 7:00 pm-9:00 pm One of the only cafés in Redding that roasts their own coffee and espresso. They also make many of their menu items from scratch. Yak’s Koffee Shop 3274 Bechelli Lane, Redding Monday-Friday 7:00 am-10:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am-10:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am-2:00 pm According to the New York Times, they have the best Butterscotch Lattes in the world. Judy’s Espresso 1100 Hartnell Avenue, Redding Sunday Closed Monday-Friday 6:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am-3:00 pm Excellent customer service. California Espresso 1973 Highway 273, Anderson Sunday 9:00 am-6:00 pm Monday-Saturday 9:00 am-8:00 pm Great customer service. Try their fresh home baked bread with delicious soups and salads. Sugar Pine Candy Company 233A Main Street, McCloud Monday-Friday 7:00 am-4:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am-5:30 pm Sunday 8:00 am-4:00 pm Grab a hot beverage after a day on Mt. Shasta and explore the amazing confections and treats in this nostalgic store.
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Holiday Market Juice Bar Sunday-Saturday 6:00 am-9:00 pm They offer excellent mochas and lattes. For a sweet treat, be sure to try their peppermint hot chocolate. Starbucks 1400 Eureka Way, Redding Sunday-Thursday 5:00 am-10:00 pm Friday-Saturday 5:00 am-10:30 pm 949 Dana Drive, Redding Sunday 6:00 am-11:00 pm Monday-Thursday 5:30 am-11:00 pm Friday-Saturday 5:30 am-12:00 pm 1030 East Cypress Avenue, Redding Sunday 5:30 am-11:00 pm Monday-Thursday 5:00 am-11:00 pm Friday-Saturday 5:00 am-12:00 pm 155 Lake Blvd East, Redding DAILY 5:00 am-11:00 pm 990 Cypress Avenue, Redding DAILY 5:00 am-10:00 pm 1058 South Main Street, Red Bluff Sunday 5:30 am-10:30 pm Monday-Thursday 5:00 am-10:30 pm Friday-Saturday 5:00 am-11:00 pm 2601 Balls Ferry Road, Anderson DAILY 6:00 am-8:00 pm Try their Peppermint Mochas and Pumpkin Spice Lattes.
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Recreation by Marty Sternberg
Are you looking for an exciting way to ring in the New Year? Something that will get your motor running as well as offer entertainment for the whole family? Then the Red Bluff NBC New Year’s Eve Bull Ride might be the answer. Held at the Tehama County Fairgrounds, the event has something for everyone. Bull riding, cowboy poker, mutton busting, a laser light show and rock ‘n’ roll are all just part of the evening’s festivities. While the event has been held for over 15 years, this is the second year that Diamond Productions has been in charge of the affair. Event producer Megan Moffett said the event is a great way for families to ring in the New Year together. “This is a bull riding event,” she said, “not a full blown rodeo.” There is a big difference between regular rodeo events and bull riding, Moffett said. “Bull riding attracts different people, those who are more into thrill-seeking. And while this event does attract some traditional rodeo-goers, we get those seeking an adrenaline rush. “This is an extreme sport with high energy and adrenaline pumping action,” Moffett said. The bull fighting contest involves placing four cowboys inside four circles. Once they are ready, Mexican fighting bulls are released into the ring. It is then the cowboys’ job to attract the bull into their circle and interact with them. Each contestant scores points dependent on this interaction. While it is called bull fighting, no punches are thrown. Instead, the cowboys dodge the bulls, jumping and flipping over the top of them and sometimes being hooked by the horns. The contest is similar to the rodeo clowns, whose job it is to distract the 35 Enjoy December 2006
bulls while the cowboys scrambled out of the arena. Scores are based on the danger of the interactions between the cowboys and bulls. Cowboy poker involves four players who sit at a poker table in the middle of the arena. Once they are ready, the bull is sent out to rouse them from their games. The last cowboy left sitting at the table is the winner. Generally, the bull heads right for the table sending cards, chips and players flying. Mutton busting is open to all children who weight less than 60 pounds. The kids ride the lamb for as long as they can hang on. Once the bulls and lambs have been cleared from the ring, the band starts playing and dancers fill the floor. The laser light show and music last until 1a.m. At midnight, a ball is lowered for the midnight countdown. The event is a fundraiser for the Western Miracle Foundation, which grants wishes for children with special needs and medical problems. “Each year we have a VIP group of special needs kids who are invited to attend the event at our expense,” Moffett said. “With up close seating and food we try to give them an evening out where they don’t have to worry about anything.” NBC New Year’s Eve Bull Ride December 31, 2006 Gates open at 5:00p.m. Tickets include entry into the dance (530) 891-1650
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Many of us race out of the house and crash into the Friday-after-Thanksgiving shopping frenzy. What’s the rush? Take back control of your holidays. • Stop and make a plan: Begin with a review of years past. What worked and what didn’t? Be honest with yourself. Did you and your family spend more time on freeways and at the malls than doing what you enjoy? • Take a long hard look at your calendar: Have you scheduled yourself running from one event to another? It’s important to write in downtime. • Think thoughtful instead of perfect gift: Brainstorm your possibilities. What about framing some of those old family photos that have been gathering dust? Is it time to replace many adult presents with gifts to charity? • Make a realistic budget: If you stick to a sensible budget, you won’t be worrying about your January credit card statement. • Keep up your exercise program: Treat it as sacred time. “Controlling stress comes down to making the time to exercise. You're worth it!” says Lisa Allpress, Fitness Director at Sun Oaks Tennis and Fitness. • Keep home decorating simple: Make the tree trimming a family event. After Sunday lunch or dinner, have the entire gang pitch in. Don’t forget to play your favorite holiday music while trimming away. Ours is John Denver and the Muppets! • Holiday cards: Why not wait until after Christmas to sit down and send those cards? If they have become just one more thing to do, they are not worth it. • Make time for fun: Take the family up to the snow at Mt. Shasta. Enjoy incredible talent at the Enterprise High School Victorian Dinner or the Madrigal at Shasta High. •
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Last word: follow your joy! ‘Tis the season!
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Music by Melissa Gulden
oundtrack
of the holidays
MUSIC FOR THE SEASON
‘Tis the season to put that Justin Timberlake away (for now) and dust off that dreamy, holiday-inspired, make-you-want-to-watch-White Christmas music. Put that CD in the player, grab a glass of eggnog and make the Yuletide gay. Aer all, isn’t this the one time of the year when your secret penchant for Barry Manilow is accepted, or, at the very least, tolerated? Here are some albums I think will put you in the festive mood, no matter what winter holiday you celebrate. Harry Connick, Jr .— Harry for the Holidays Ah, the sweet, dulcet sounds of Harry. Could he be any more romantic? Snuggle up to your significant other and take in the wondrous melodies of this gorgeous, soulful man. Elf — Music from the Major Motion Picture As you listen, you can picture Will Ferrell singing Baby it’s Cold Outside in his green tights. Sing along and enjoy. (P.S. the movie is great, too!) Jewel — Joy: A Holiday Collection Jewel’s singing chops are proven once again. is is one of my favorites for the holidays. Christina Aguilera — My Kind of Christmas Rock out to Ms. Aguilera’s “Christmas Time.” She is one hot toddy! Bing Crosby — Christmas Classics You can’t get much more Christmas-y than these perennial favorites, as the crooner sings classics like O Holy Night and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.
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Elvis Presley — Christmas Peace Forty seasonal cuts spanning the King’s career. Blue Christmas is a classic, Elvis style. Kenny Chesney — All I want for Christmas is a Real Good Tan is warm, sunny album will have you pining for the Caribbean beaches for the holidays. Chesney’s duet with Willie Nelson on Pretty Paper is a must-hear. Various Artists — American Idol: e Great Holiday Classics Get down with Kelly, Ruben, Clay and the gang. Clarkson sings My Grown-Up Christmas List, and even Simon Cowell can’t complain about that one. Celine Dion — ese are Special Times e Diva’s first Christmas album brings beautiful ballads such as Ave Maria and I’m Your Angel with R. Kelly. Get thee to the store and buy these hits! And have yourself a Merry Little Christmas now. Cheers!
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Sky’s the Limit Garret Austin gets ‘Shifty’ over 9,000 feet on Mt. Shasta. Businesses interested in stock images for advertisements can email requests through chadthomasphotography.com. Prints and framed prints available at Picture This Frame Shop and Gallery in Redding (530) 221-8315 and California Board Life in Folsom, CA (916) 984-0301. December 2006 Enjoy 42
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Enjoy D e cemb er in the Nor th State
Enj oy Januar y in the Nor th State Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events Redding December 1 Downtown Redding Winterfest
January 1 2nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge Redding Aquatic Center
December 2 24th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade December 2 Alta Mesa Parent/Teacher Booster Club Holiday Boutique and Craft Faire Whiskeytown December 2, 3 Victorian Christmas to Remember Dunsmuir December 1, 2, 3 Candles in the Canyon Butte Valley December 3, 10, 17 Chariot Races Yreka December 2 Christmas Night of Lights Red Bluff December 31 NBC New Year’s Eve Bull Ride
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January 14 SWEAT Running Club Redding Marathon
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December 7 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat December 10 Gary Allen
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Turtle Bay Exploration Park
January 5 The Great Kaplan
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Turtle Bay Exploration Park www.turtlebay.org Through January 14 Women Only! In Their Studios
Through January 14 Women Only! In Their Studios Through December 30 The Holiday Train Winter Whistle Stop at Turtle Bay
December 1, 2 A Cascade Christmas December 5 Riders in the Sky
January 27 Ladysmith Black Mambazo
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December 7 Junction School Winter Concert
December 6 Count Basie Orchestra
December 9 Dreamweaver Ballet Winter Recital
December 31 New Year’s Eve Party Featuring Papa Doo Run Run
December 15, 16 The Nutcracker Redding City Ballet December 18 Christmas Showcase California Dance Company December 21 A Celtic Christmas December 24 Risen King Christmas Program 43 Enjoy December 2006
We do our best to include as many local events as possible. If your organization is having an event that you would like us to consider adding to our calendar, please e-mail us! info@enjoymagazine.net
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Where to Find Us
Redding
Palo Cedro
Adamson’s Peak Performance Biggins Lighting Breaking New Grounds California Home Decor Store Carmona's Appliance Center Cascade Theatre Box Office Crown Camera Ethan Allen InHouse Marketing Group Kuebler's Furniture Market St. Steakhouse MD Imaging MD Nuclear Imaging Mercy Medical Center Parmer's Furniture Pio Loco Restaurant Placer Title Churn Creek Office Placer Title Hartnell Office Plugged In Redding Chamber of Commerce Redding Jet Center Redding Printing Redding Visitors Bureau Shasta Dermatology Medical Group Shasta Regional Medical Center Sports Ltd. Swift Property Management Taylor Motors That Kitchen Place The Real Estate Group The Remodel Store The Spa Downtown Turtle Bay Exploration Park Urban Retreat Yaks Koffee Shop
Palo Cedro Pharmacy Quick Lube The Real Estate Group
Red Bluff Carmona's Appliance Center
Shasta Lake City Redding Yamaha
Anderson Gateway Chiropractic
McCloud McCloud River Mercantile
Mt. Shasta Mt. Shasta Resort
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Giving Back by Teresa Wilson
Reaching out to the homeless is a ministry the members of Bethel Church feel strongly about. As many as 200 volunteers go out into the community year-round bringing in the poor and providing them with hot meals, clothing and a time of prayer and affirmation. ere are many outreach programs the church uses, but the annual Bethel Holiday Feast is by far the highlight of the Christmas season. For more than 10 years, the church has hosted the event in hopes of helping the poor and hurting in Redding. Last year’s feast brought in hundreds who were treated like kings at the elaborate feast, which is prepared and served by volunteers. Church members provide their finest china and holiday décor to ensure the banquet hall is reminiscent of a true family gathering. Planning and preparation for the holiday feast begins about two months beforehand. In the past, gently used clothing was given to families in need, although Chris Overstreet, outreach pastor, said this year they would like to hand out new clothes and toys for the children. Food baskets are also given away to be sure the guests will have something in their cupboard following the feast.
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“There is no reason why I or anyone else should see a family with children homeless on the street,” —Chris Overstreet
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Another outreach program called “To the Streets” has been very successful, according to Overstreet. Every Saturday, teams go out into the community on busses, stopping at predetermined locations such as the Good News Rescue Mission. ey pick up homeless people and transport them back to the church for a hot lunch and time of fellowship. “is is an opportunity for me to make a difference in my community. Everything we do is by team; it’s not just one person. We gather around the vision,” said Overstreet. “We’re out there, rain or shine, in six different locations,” he added. ursday evenings provide a more intimate opportunity for volunteers to succeed in their outreach efforts. Volunteers visit families who live in motels or low-income apartments and invite them to an in-home study group of about 35 people. Overstreet said the consistent personal attention has built many relationships with the less fortunate in our community. “We try to build relationships with people to see their lives changed,” said Overstreet. Overstreet has many ideas to take these programs to a new level, such as transitional housing and a hotel to help those who really have a heart to change. e top item on the list: More busses to bring in more friends.
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Shasta County (530) 242-8800 1255 Sacramento St • Redding, CA 96001 Siskiyou County (530) 842-2403 Butte County (530) 342-9800 Tehama County (530) 528-0988
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