Enjoy Magazine: Northern California Living — November 2006

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November 2006

Bring me Home Making Holidays at Home Extra Special

Peaking Your Interest

Indian Peak Vineyards Hosts a Harvest Party

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Run With It

A Dedication to Leading by Example

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contents

November 2006 Books

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A Good Read Top 5 “IT” Books

Beauty

28

Berry Beautiful Gettin’ Lippy, from Berry to Bordeaux

Business

21

Of Rumors and Legends C.R. Gibbs American Grille

36

Pressing Forward Redding Printing Company

Dining

12

Bon Appetit!

This Thanksgiving, Let Someone Else Cook

Family

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What I am Thankful For...

Children of the North State Giving Thanks

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An Affair to Remember Extraordinary Holidays at Home

Giving Back

45

Good News at the Rescue Mission A Look into Redding’s Generosity

Nature Hike

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Profile

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Discoveries... Just Wing It Birding at Turtle Bay Run With It A Dedication to Leading by Example

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Harvest Party Indian Peak Vineyard

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Salute to a Veteran Veterans’ Day, November 11th

Recreation

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Bring on the Rain Sports, Rain or Shine

Technology

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Music to Go The MP3 Buyer’s Guide

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Where to Find Us Enjoy Magazine Rack Locations Enjoy the View Timeless Motion by Lowell Martinson Calendar of Events Upcoming North State Events

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Letter from the Editors

Enjoy the people in your life. is is the season of bringing families and friends together to celebrate – to celebrate each other and the beauty of our area. Launching this magazine has brought us new friends and re-joined us with old ones, something that we definitely find worth celebrating. Our journey with this magazine so far has been a rich one, and the incredible treasures we are discovering along the way astound us.

In this issue, enjoy the heartfelt stories and seasonal inspirations from around the North State. Read what kids are thankful for this holiday. Find out about a refuge of hope, the Good News Rescue Mission, and the anksgiving and Christmas banquets they serve. Learn how to plan a special gi for your family by making your home even more inviting for the holidays. Develop a crush on Indian Peak Vineyards. Fall into berries and bordeaux for your makeup palette. And take off on a Turkey Trot with an Olympic hopeful.

Standing on the Diestelhorst bridge, one of the many beautiful arches over the Sacramento River in Redding. Built in 1915 then closed to vehicle traffic in 1997, this historic landmark remains a destination meeting place before

We love discovering the amazing stories about the people and places in our community and we are proud to be able to share them with you.

venturing onto the river trail.

Enjoy a wonderful anksgiving.

Just a note...

We would like to thank our readers for their calls in regards to the Battle Creek Wildlife Area. Aer the article was written for our October issue, the bridge crossing over the Gover Ditch was closed as a result of being deemed unsafe. e Department of Fish and Game is currently working on getting funding and is scheduled to meet with the Wildlife Consumer Board regarding this matter. ere are no guarantees, but they hope to rebuild a safe and drivable bridge by next summer. e wetlands and picnic areas are still open for use.

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Contributors 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.

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Andre Van Mol: Andre Van Mol, MD, is a husband, father, foster parent, and family physician in Redding. He served over 8 years in the US Navy; has done short-term medical missions in Africa, Mexico, the Caribbean, and the South Pacific; sits on the boards and advisory panels of several non-profit groups; and likes camping, cooking, and gardening.

Lowell Martinson: Lowell began his photography career while serving in the Army in North Korea. He documented the destruction at the “Bridge of No Return” in the DMZ. After completion of his tour, Lowell graduated from Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, then opened a Studio in San Francisco where his clients included Saks Fifth Avenue, Gumps and Apple Computer. He currently shares his Palo Cedro studio with his son Brian.

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.

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Profile

by Teresa Wilson

Of the five times Bryce Lighthall has raced in the Turkey Trot, he has taken first place.

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A DEDICATION TO LEADING BY EXAMPLE

Bryce Lighthall attributes much of his success as a competitive runner to his determination and rigorous training. A native of the Redding area, Lighthall began competitive running while a student at Enterprise High School. Since then, he moved on to California State University at Fullerton where he continued to hone his skills as a star athlete.

“Some people are born with talent and may not have to work as hard. I have to work extra hard to make up for what I lack in natural ability,” said Lighthall, 25.

Given his exemplary track record and dedication to the sport, Lighthall has been pounding the pavement making a name for himself in the running circuit. With his lifelong goal to qualify for the Olympic trials, Lighthall is well on his way to making that dream a reality.

For the past five years, Lighthall has run in the local Turkey Trot at Caldwell Park in Redding on anksgiving Day. He has won every time he’s entered the six-mile race. Last year, Lighthall won with a finishing time of 30 minutes, 51 seconds.

Despite his love for the Redding area and its local traditions, Lighthall I believe that Redding has had will reluctantly forgo future Turkey Trots in his attempt to train for the Trials. a tremendous effect on how my Olympic “To make the Olympic team is extremely difficult,” Lighthall said, “Only three people from every event in every country make it. ey are personality has been shaped. the elite of the elite,” he added.

In preparation for the Olympic Trials, Lighthall is scheduled to take a month off from work to attend the High Altitude Training facility in Flagstaff, Arizona. Olympic hopefuls from around the world have maximized their abilities through intense training programs at the facility with altitudes of about 7,000 feet. e body must work significantly harder when training at a high altitude and this challenging environment will springboard Lighthall to a fitness level optimal for the trials.

“I will be able to retire [from competitive running] happily when I make it to the Olympic trials,” said Lighthall.

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Profile An ambitious and very busy young man, Lighthall holds three jobs in addition to his meticulous training schedule. e average day for Lighthall begins at 6 a.m. with about a 12-mile run. en he’s off to his first job where he works full-time as a one-onone aide for a student who has high-functioning autism. Lighthall says his student is at or above his grade level and since working with him, has determined this is the field in which he wants to focus.

“I cherish everyday that I get to be a part of someone’s life,” said Lighthall.

Lighthall rounds out his aernoons with another 12- to 16-mile run. During an average week, Lighthall runs about 100 miles. In addition to competitive running and working with autistic children as an aide and private tutor, Lighthall co-coaches the Salt Line Track Club in Woodside, California.

Lighthall is also a member of the Adidas Transports, a postcollegiate running club that assists runners in developing their athletic abilities aer college.

With his focus on running and working with autistic children, Lighthall has plans to return to school at San Jose State University to obtain his masters degree in occupational therapy. Having received his bachelor’s degree in history from California State University at Fullerton, Lighthall has shied his career focus to a degree that will enable him to continue working with autistic children.

“I believe that Redding has had a tremendous effect on how my personality has been shaped,” said Lighthall. “Many people have a hard time leaving Redding, because it is such a great place. I believe

that I am making other places in California better because of my unique upbringing in such a special place,” he added.

Lighthall said it was ingrained in him early on to work with specialneeds children. His mother, Kandis Lighthall, is a partner in Autism and Behavior Training Associates based in Woodland, California.

Having witnessed his mother’s success in working with autistic children, Lighthall now has the opportunity to follow in her footsteps.

"I really feel that I can pour my heart into both and not sacrifice either,” said Lighthall.

While Lighthall doesn’t anticipate making it to the Olympic team, qualifying for the Olympic Trials is more than he can ask for and a major life accomplishment. He continues to train hard to be the best runner he possibly can. e Olympic trials will be held in November 2008, one day before the New York Marathon.

The 21st Annual Turkey Trot, sponsored by Shasta Regional Medical Center, is on Thanksgiving Day and starts at the United Way parking lot, 2280 Benton Drive. The Turkey Trot includes the Kid’s Diestelhorst Dash, Wheelchair Race, 6 mile race and a 2 mile fun run/walk. The registration date is November 22nd from 10 am – 7 pm at the Mt. Shasta Mall.

For more information call 530.244.5457.

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Dining

by Gwen Lawler-Tough

bon appetit!

If your family isn’t going over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house this anksgiving, you can still enjoy some of grandma’s cooking. For one, Chef Kevin Bedford offers his grandmother’s specialty: maple-roasted basted tom turkey, in the buffet at Tail O’ e Whale.

Restaurant buffets are one of two options available for folks who don’t want a big kitchen production on Turkey Day. Word to the wise: Make advance reservations, for both restaurants and supermarkets.

Most supermarkets (see list below) and a few other places offer complete meals featuring turkey and all the trimmings. ese turkey dinners cost about $40 and include an 8-to 10-pound cooked turkey. Side dishes vary and some come frozen, so they have to be thawed and re-heated. Put this dinner on your best plates and serve! Even Grandma will like it.

Restaurants offering anksgiving Day buffets include: C.R. Gibbs: Always popular, the buffet carving station features turkey, ham and prime rib. ere are also pie and salad stations and an “ice cream bomb” station.

Hours: 1-6:30 p.m. Price: $22.95 for adults, $20.95 for seniors, $13.95 for children, and it’s free for children under 5.

Phone: (530) 221-2335.

Tail O’ e Whale (Bridge Bay Resort): e buffet includes turkey, mashed potatoes, candied yams and fall vegetables, ambrosia salad with nutmeg cream and pies. Price: $18.95 for adults, $10.95 for kids 10 and under.

Hours: Noon to 6 p.m. Phone: (530) 275-3021.

Igo Inn: Locally renowned Chef Paul Trout serves up a tasty anksgiving dinner. Phone: (530) 244-2700. e Sausage Factory: e restaurant offers fully cooked turkey and stuffing wrapped so it will stay hot for up to 8 hours. Price: $49 for a 12- 15-pound turkey (side dishes cost extra). Phone: (530) 221-8277.

Also offering tasty take-home dinners: Marie Callenders (restaurant also open) Holiday Foods, Raley’s, Safeway, and Sunset Marketplace.

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Recreation

by Melissa Gulden

BRING ON THE RAIN

DON’T LET THE RAIN PUT A DAMPER ON YOUR FUN

Just imagine, the rain hasn’t let up in two weeks and, if you look at the walls of your house, your kids’ faces, or your gloomy spouse one more time, you might scream. What happened to those glorious days of summer, when the sun was shining, the birds were singing, and baseball games were drawing you and the rest of the family outdoors?

Well, you might be surprised to know that there are many choices right here in the North State Teams from all over for getting your sports fix in the off-season. have come to play. And this includes more than just playing pool or bowling.

–Gene Lanthorn, General Manager, It’s always baseball season at Big League Big League Dreams Dreams. If you haven’t already experienced Redding’s answer to Wrigley Field, Fenway Park and Yankee Stadium, you have to see it to believe it.

With replica fields of three of America’s top baseball stadiums, Big League Dreams is a true baseball experience. Any of the 230 teams play on any given night, 12 months a year. Games start at 6 p.m., with the last one starting at 10 p.m., so there’s always one to watch, no matter what your schedule. And as for the weather, artificial turf means games are never rained out. All five fields, including two farm-team fields (Des Moines and Pawtucket), host year-round games.

“Redding needed another park facility and Big League Dreams has succeeded beyond expectations,” said Gene Lanthorn, general manager. “Teams from all over have come to play.”

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e park offers high schools and colleges a place to play when the weather is less-than-ideal. Games are played no matter what, unless there is true danger such as an electrical storm.

But it’s not just baseball. Big League Dreams hosts indoor soccer and in-line hockey. And it is hoping to bring in women’s roller derby. In the summer months, there’s even beach volleyball — complete with sand and sun.

No time to make dinner? e park also has a full bar and restaurant, e Stadium Club. e facilities are available for many events, such as office parties and company picnics.

So, go online, check the schedule, or call Big League Dreams and get out there and enjoy our National Pastime.

“Big League Dreams gives recreational ballplayers fields that are replicas of major league fields. John Doe can come out and hit a home run in Fenway Park, and everyone can watch and enjoy even if they’re not in Boston.”

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Recreation

Family-owned and operated, Inside Sports on Hartnell Avenue is another place to enjoy baseball without worrying about being rained out. It offers batting cages, hitting and pitching tunnels, and a 3,500 square-foot academy. Boasting the largest pro shop in the area, Inside Sports ensures kids are properly fitted for equipment. Owner Ron Morris says word of mouth has benefited his business. “Be assured you can come here, get the best deal, quality merchandise and great customer service.”

On the first Tuesday of each month, Inside Sports offers instruction in five-week sessions. is allows for one-on-one guidance so that the kids can practice their skills in the off-season.

“We teach proper techniques of hitting and that’s what we stress,” Morris said.

“I’ve been around baseball all my life and have had the opportunity to work with youth. I wanted to promote baseball and soball in the community, and at the same time, give back to the youth in the area,” Morris said.

Baseball and kids are his passion and it shows at Inside Sports.

Inside Sports 2704 Hartnell Ave., Redding, CA 96002 (530) 222-6484 Birthday parties, pro shop, batting cages, private instruction Open 7 days a week, including some holidays M-F 11-8, Sat 10-8, Sun 10-6

For the adrenaline junkie, look no further than Northern California Adventure Games. Not baseball, not soccer, not hockey — paintball is the sport of choice here. At this place, it’s man against machine, or at least a speeding ball of paint heading straight toward your chest.

Actually, paintball is ranked below football for danger, according to field manager Nathan Hale. “Yeah, it hurts, but wear the right equipment and get out there and have fun.” e required equipment is available to rent or to buy at the pro shop.

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Once you’ve suited up in the proper gear, you can take your chances with unknown teammates and play a walk-on game on one of the eight fields, or call ahead and arrange a group game. Either way, “Paintball Hill” promises to be an experience unlike any other.

Northern California Adventure Games Bartel’s Ranch End of Spring Gulch Road, HWY 273, Anderson, CA 96007 (530) 365-0644 Open Saturdays and Sundays and for tournaments, year-round Don’t stay inside moping around until next April – get out there and experience one of the many choices the North State offers when it comes to indoor sports.

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Nature Hike

by Michael O’Brien

Our world is painted with the colors of contrast.

Today I find myself sitting next to the sunny, cheerful Sacramento River. Yesterday I was visiting gloomy New York City. e menacing sounds of cabs, ambulances and bustle that pounded my ears are now replaced by the soothing sounds of singing birds, rustling trees and babbling river water.

Why do you live in the North State? Well, take a trip to a big city and you may be instantly reminded of why you don’t live elsewhere. Go birding at one of our local spots of nature and you will be reminded of why you would live no place else. is month’s birding location is a spot almost in the center of greater Redding. e Highway 299 bridge connects the busy Dana Drive and Hilltop commerce corridors to Redding’s city center while spanning the Sacramento River. is part of the river features a variety of pools, eddies and islands. ousands of us drive over this spot everyday, but few stop to explore it. Such landscape offers excellent refuge for wildlife, and provides an ideal place to bird within 20 minutes of nearly any residence in Redding.

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D iscoveries

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To reach this oasis in the city, I began from the Turtle Bay Exploration Park parking lot. I walked towards the Sundial Bridge, but rather than walk across the bridge, I angled down the bark-covered hill to the right, and found the nearly hidden trail that runs just below the café/museum building. is trail is fairly wide but only people on foot or bike may pass.

I walked east along this trail, leaving the weekend rush of Turtle Bay behind, moving towards the pocket of nature ahead. A diverse habitat of flowing water, riverbank, thick brush and tall trees surrounds this area. Such diversity increases the potential for finding a wide variety of bird species.

Immediately, I scanned the river body and spotted riparian birds like common merganser, Canada goose, osprey, and spotted sandpiper. From the same spot, I trained my binoculars into the brush on the far and near banks and spied black Phoebe, snowy egret, great blue heron, and the iridescent yellow of Wilson’s warbler. e sky was seemingly filled with Northern tough-winged swallows.

Why do you live in the North State? Well, take a trip to a big city and you may be instantly reminded of why you don’t live elsewhere. Go birding at one of our local spots of nature and you will be reminded of why you would live no place else.

Walking further, I found a bench along the trail, dedicated to Evelyn Rose Koch. It sits on a small bluff above the river and faces back towards the Sundial Bridge. I sat to rest and noticed that from this vantage point, the bridge stands alone. It appears unencumbered by pedestrians, as pure white and stout as a great egret, craning its neck, as if looking for crawfish on the river bank. It becomes part of the natural landscape.

Returning to the trail, I passed a woman walking her poodle. She was carrying a pair of binos, scanning the treetops for birds with one hand while controlling the leashed pooch with the other. is seems to be a favorite place for people to walk their dogs. I encountered others riding bikes, walking pets, all smiling and looking content knowing what treasure this area provides. e trail cul-de-sacs as the river bends south, providing excellent access to the shore. I again scanned for birds and was rewarded with a view of a juvenile sharp-shinned hawk dive-bombing a pair of mallards. According to birding field guides, sharpies prey on much smaller birds. is hawk must not have read the guide; a mallard is twice the size as this little hawk. Aer this dramatic scene, as if on cue, a pair of turkey vultures swooped over my head close enough to hear the air being pushed out from under their wings. e trail eventually loops back around to the north Turtle Bay Museum building and back to the Sundial Bridge. However, I found myself not wanting to return. Instead, I sat next to a pool off the main river body, watching a gaggle of Canadian geese dabble for greens off the bottom. I reflected upon my day before in a massive gray city, appreciating its contrast to this beautiful spot, grateful to be living in the North State.

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Family

by Sophia Zaniroli

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A. I am thankful for my nice house, my good parents and step-mom, and my baby sister. Zane, Age 8 B. I’m thankful we have a good family and that we can have special dinners together. Austin, Age 12

F. I am thankful for my family. They are very helpful.

They help me with my homework and tying my shoes. Sami Jo, Age 7 G. I am thankful for recess at school and my dog.

Haley, Age 6

C. I am thankful for baseball. But, I can’t play it right now. But, I want to play it right now. Tanner, Age 3 D. I am thankful for my family, friends, and electronics. My family loves me so much, my friends are fun to play with when I am lonely and electronics give our house lights and video games. Annelise, Age 9 E. I am thankful for my family, friends, and chocolate. Family because I know they will always love me no matter what, friends because they are fun to be around and they make me laugh and chocolate because it just tastes so good. Kelsey, Age 12

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H. I am thankful for my friends. They are fun to play with. I am also thankful for the earth and water.

Water is good because you can drink it and swim in it. Austin, Age 8 I. I am thankful for my mommy, my daddy, and me.

Chase, Age 5

J. I am most thankful for the promised savior. But, I am also thankful for my mom, dad and my family… and for all that I have. Ashley, Age 7

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Business

of rumors and legends C. R. GIBBS AMERICAN GRILLE

It’s no “rumor”… if you want to be a “legend” then C. R. Gibbs American Grille is “the place to be seen”.

Not only will you enjoy great food or a casual drink in a fun, fast paced atmosphere, but you will learn the true meaning of “Eatertainment”. This award-winning restaurant has an open exhibition kitchen where you can watch the chef and his staff prepare your favorite brick oven pizza, extraordinary grilled fish tacos or a mouth-watering choice rib eye steak. Watch closely and you might even catch a glimpse of the magic flame as one of their culinary artists deglazes a pan with his favorite liqueur, on his way to creating the evening special.

A popular spot for lunch, C. R. Gibbs specializes in fish-and-chips, a variety of salads such as blackened chicken or ahi tuna Caesar, or a wonderful array of unique sandwiches.

The bar offers over 15 brews on tap. The wine list offers some of California’s finest wines The birth of C.R. Gibbs by the glass or by the bottle. If you like martinis, the options are endless. Bartender Jeff Wilson, a 20-year veteran, creates tantalizing libations such as his version of the dirty martini, American Grille was a cosmopolitan or his personal favorite, the sour apple martini. Wilson is a past winner of the dream come true.

Bartender of the Year, awarded by the California Restaurant Association. He trains the bar staff to insure that a personal touch is always within reach.

–Ed Rullman Chef Martin Rios makes weekends very special with his Sunday buffet brunch, which features cooked-to-order omelets, specialty pastries, malted waffles, carved meats, eggs Benedict and, of course, C. R. Gibbs’ famous peel-and-eat shrimp. With out a doubt, one of the finest brunches in Redding!

C. R. Gibbs also offers a full-service catering and banquet menu.

The restaurant, located on Hilltop Drive, in the Best Western Hilltop Inn, was established in 1981 as C. R. Gibbs Alehouse and Restaurant. As fate would have it, in 1999 the partnership headed by local businessmen Steve Gaines and Ed Rullman, took the popular Redding establishment and transformed it into C. R. Gibbs American Grille, adding a patio and a new look that became an instant success.

“The birth of C. R. Gibbs American Grille was a dream come true,” says Rullman. “People thought we were crazy, but we gave the community something that was a unique experience in dining.”

Gaines, whose parents started the motel and restaurant back in 1977 adds, “We would do it all over again!

My mom and dad would be very proud of what we have accomplished here.”

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C.R. Gibbs is located at 2300 Hilltop Drive in Redding. Call 530.221.2335 for reservations.

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Beej Femmel lives in Redding with her husband, two children and numerous cats and dogs. She works part-time introducing children to art.

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Profile Story by Teresa Wilson Photos by Dean Adams

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INDIAN PEAK V I N E YA R D

Indian Peak Vineyards is located at 31559 Forward Road in Manton.

To become one the new “friends” of Fred and Donna Boots, call 530-474-5506 to arrange a visit to the vineyard.

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Each year in the fall, Indian Peak Vineyards hosts a harvest party with as many as 50 guests from all over California. For two consecutive Saturdays, lunch, dinner and wine flow freely while friends toil among the vines harvesting the succulent cabernet grapes. e harvest party is the highlight of the season for the small town of Manton, located just outside Shingletown. Months before the grapes are ripe, the town is buzzing with anticipation of the festivities soon to come. Getting on the guest list is coveted by many as the harvest party seems less like work and more like play.

Winemaker and owner of the vineyard, Fred Boots, says, “We could hire a crew to do this for us, but we enjoy visiting with our friends and family. It’s a lot of fun. It takes a couple of weekends to finish the harvest and people come from all over.”

It’s not just the wine that keeps bringing people back; Fred and Donna Boots are extremely gracious and make visiting the vineyard more like an excursion to see an old friend.

“We always welcome new friends to stop by,” said Boots. “It’s a social business and if you don’t like being social, then you shouldn’t be doing it anyway,” he smiled. e first wine bottled was in July from the 2004 harvest and produced 375 cases. e 2005 yield was 500 cases and has grown to 800 cases anticipated for the 2006 harvest. Aged in French and American oak, the full-bodied cabernet sauvignon, while still young, is incredibly delectable to the pallet. Boots says the wine has improved dramatically over the past two years and suggests this year will be his test of success in the winemaking industry. e vineyard also produces a merlot and petite syrah, but focuses primarily on cabernet. While the vineyard is not officially open to the public, “friends” are encouraged to stop by and visit and maybe even buy a little wine.

“We have only one chance to make a first impression and we want it to be the very best,” said Boots. e most unique vintage is a product of the Manton fire that raged through the small town in August 2005. e fire burned the perimeter of the vineyard, scorching leaves about 100 feet in. Boots was nearly finished with the harvest and managed to save the remaining grapes not shriveled by the inferno to make one last barrel of wine. With only 24 cases produced, the infamous Manton Fire wine is a favorite novelty among the locals.

Boots carries the winemaking process through from beginning to end, continually perfecting his cra. In this wineries early stages, he says, there is much to be learned through trial and error. Boots even takes the time to design the unique wine labels himself.

Future plans include expanding the vineyard to not only include more grapes, but a rustic lodge and rental cabins. A glimpse at the drawing plans reflect the casual, yet elegant style the Boots’ wish their prospective guests to enjoy.

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Profile Back to School

by Andrea Sophia Zaniroli By Senden

November 11 is Veterans’ Day – a holiday observed each year to honor all those, living and dead, who served with the U.S. armed forces.

Originally called Armistice Day, it commemorated the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. e war officially ended at 11 am, the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.

In honor of this day, Enjoy magazine would like to thank all of the heroes who have helped keep our nation free. North State resident, Joseph Asworth, is one such veteran.

Joseph Allie Ashworth Jr. was born January 28, 1947 in Nashville, Tennessee. His family moved to California in 1950 and he has lived in Northern California for the past 29 years.

Ashworth joined the Navy at the age of 19. His first duty station was the USS Apache, a sea-going tugboat. He served two tours in Vietnam from 1967 to 1969, helping patrol the waterways of the Mekong River. His most memorable moment was in February 1968, at Tansanuk Airport in Saigon. “We were waiting to fly home to the good old U.S. of A. e Vietcong hit the terminal at around 6 a.m. with a rocket that put a hole in the terminal as big as my house. ere were many military and civilian personnel waiting to catch the plane and there were a number of casualties,” Ashworth said.

When Ashworth finally arrived home, he was transferred to the USS Chara and To be a veteran, one must sent back to Vietnam. Aer six months of duty, he was injured by a pallet of know and determine one’s ammunition falling against his leg, almost severing it. He was sent home in a body cast, and spent the next several months at price for freedom.

Oakland Naval Hospital. He was discharged in April 1970.

“I know that the Vietnam War was an unpopular war, but whatever reason I was sent to Vietnam for, I went and fought for the right reason,” Ashworth said. “I love my country and my family very much, and want my freedom to continue not only for myself, but for my family and friends.”

Ashworth has served as the president of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 357 and Chairman of the Veterans Clinic Advisory Council.

Ashworth’s advice to the men and women serving our country today is simple: “Do not allow anyone to make you feel less of yourself. Even though the war that you are fighting is becoming more and more unpopular, just remember that you are a volunteer and that serving your country is an honor.”

salute to a veteran V E T E R A N S ’ D AY, NOVEMBER 11, 2006

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Beauty

by Melissa Gulden

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beautiful Aer season upon season of the nude lip showing up everywhere, it’s time for some color on those pouts! ere’s never been a more deliciously wide range of options for lips. And with all the vibrant plums, eggplants, and jewel tones showing up on this season’s clothing, it’s easy to incorporate these shades into your makeup wardrobe.

From the I-just-ate-a-grape-popsicle stain to the rich, classic red wine opaque, you’re sure to find a sensuous shade just right for you.

Where-To: You can get a richly-pigmented, highly-emollient gloss almost anywhere, but if you want the option of trying on numerous shades, or the help of a knowledgeable salesperson, paying a little more at a department store is your best bet.

Here are some other choices to get you in the berry mood: CoverGirl Smoothwear Liptints in Garnet Glow ($6): Deeply moisturizing with shea butter, vitamin E, and aloe.

Chanel Glossimer in Summer Plum ($24.50; gloss.com).

Avon Ultra Color Rich lipstick in Bordeaux Velvet ($6.50, avon.com).

How-To: When going for a bolder mouth, do your lips before applying blush; the rich tone will pick up the natural color in your cheeks, so you won’t overdo it.

Skip the lip liner (for some of us, that is a very tough thing to do, but trust me, you won’t need it with a stain or gloss). If you like more intense colors, try a dark berry for some drama. Sheer it out for daytime by blotting or applying a clear gloss on top.

Not one to shy away from color? en try applying the lipstick straight from the tube; a lip brush causes the shade to become too sheer.

Need a little coaxing? Apply color with your finger for a light, transparent finish that’s moist without being sticky.

If the thought of rich, dramatic color sends you searching for your palest lip color in fear, start with a stain to ease you in, such as MAC’s tinted lip conditioner in Virtuous Violet or Boldheart lipglass, a dark plum that goes on sheer ($14; maccosmetics.com). Finish with a gloss to up the shine factor. We like Almay Ideal Lipgloss in Plum Shimmer ($7.50): Nonsticky gleam with nourishing avocado.

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect lipstick in Perfect Rose ($21.50, Gottschalks).

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Home

by Kim Kramer

E X T R A O R D I N A R Y H O L I D AY S AT H O M E

We all love a great party and the hosts who give them. A good host not only has the ability to entertain us, but also has the ability to create a pool of memories that we can dip into for years to come. An experienced event designer will tell you that hosting a party or any event can be compared to a theatre production. A host sets the stage for a memorable event by offering the guests a distinctive experience, using exciting menus and interesting décor that are above the norm of our everyday lives.

While most of us will usually go beyond average expectations when planning an event for friends and strangers, we rarely create a special holiday event with the same pizzazz for our own loved ones. Our fast-paced, stressed-out lives keep us preoccupied and sometimes make it difficult for us to find the time to push ourselves any harder; especially for those who love us unconditionally. is holiday season, I would like to help you capture a balance of creative and unique ideas, along with time saving tips that will fill your home with a festive spirit, but won’t kill you in the process. ink of your holiday event as a special gi to your family. While you are considering this, also remember that great gis sometimes come in small packages. It is not the size of the event that matters, but the small, unique details of the event that become the treasure.

I am a huge believer in the WOW factor. is is the “oooh and aaah” sounds that your family and guests will make as they walk into your home. e goal should be to appeal to all of their senses. As we organize the party, it is important to incorporate these elements into the décor and the menu.

Getting Started. Make a list and check it twice, three times and more.

Organization is key to a successful party and a sane mind. Include on your list even the most minor details along with a realistic timeline. If an item can be purchased before your event, then purchase it. If an item can be prepared before the event, then prepare it. Leave only the last-minute details to the last minute.

Setting the Mood. I love to see hosts step out of the box just a little and try new, exciting ideas both in décor and with the menu. Using color and themes fashions a more lively space and can easily be created in your home’s entryway, on a fireplace mantel or in the center of a tabletop. As you create your mood, try to carry the color or theme throughout your home. is adds uniformity while at the same time creating an overall ambiance. is year, skip the traditional fall colors of orange and yellow and try richer tones of red such as maroon or burgundy interwoven with green and chocolate brown. You can add these colors to any arrangement by using berries, maple leaves and rich-colored autumn flowers. Fruits such as pomegranates, apples, grapes and pears help to add texture and balance to any display.

If you want a trendier look, add a little faux fur or feathers to your theme. My favorite greenery to fill a display is glossy lemon leaves. ey are easily purchased from a local florist, are inexpensive and make an arrangement full and lush. All of the other items can be purchased from a local grocery store or found in your own backyard.

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If a fire in the fireplace will warm the room too much for your event, try placing a cluster of pillar candles in different size and shapes in the fireplace and lighting those. is will give your room a warm glow without overheating your guests.

One small but very nice touch is to add paper guest towels to your bathroom along with a host basket that offers your guests things like mouth freshener, hair spray, and first-aid items.

Setting the Table. e focal point of your feast will be the table setting. A beautifully decorated table is a way of honoring your family and guests for coming into your home and celebrating the holiday season. e table setting can be compared to beautiful wrapping paper that creates anticipation for the gi to follow. One important element to remember with the table decorations is to allow room for your guests and their place setting by keeping the centerpiece simple as well as integrated with the theme you have throughout the house. I would again use a mixture of lemon leaves, berries, flowers, fruits and feathers to create a narrow garland down the center of the table. e eclectic items add a display of color and texture without overpowering the table. Even a bottle or carafe of red wine can help to expand the colors of the display. I also love a tabletop that is gleaming with twinkling candlelight. You can use tall tapered candles or clusters of different size pillar candles to line the garland and create a high-low effect. A unique touch to your table can be the place card for your family member’s seat. A pear or apple sitting in the middle of a guest’s plate with their name on a small flag I have only one fast rule glued to the stem of the fruit is a nice, simple touch that goes beyond any at a holiday table... normal dinner hour. Another idea for a fall place setting is a rubber stamp with a leaf design. Using an ivory color cardstock cut to size, you can stamp each card with the leaf in an ink color that coordinates with your theme. Each guest’s name can be written with a felt marker just below the leaf print. Place the card in the center of the guest’s napkin or plate. Be creative with your table setting, but also be realistic to the requirements of your meal and needs of your guests. I have only one fast rule at a holiday table: NO PAPER PLATES! Menu. An easy way to balance out your time and energy is to keep the drinks, cocktails and appetizers simple. Apple cider, sparkling cider and your favorite wines can easily complete and complement any holiday meal. A full wheel of stilton cheese (or any other favorite cheese) surrounded by a cluster of grapes and gourmet crackers is not only an easy appetizer that is appealing to the eye and simple to prepare, but the grapes help tie the display into your décor theme.

As for the traditional holiday meal, your family may be looking forward to their favorites such as roasted turkey and pumpkin pie, but you can surprise them with a few new dishes to try in addition to the oldtime favorites. Honor your family traditions by consistently serving those favorites that your family looks forward to all year, but enliven the feast with new items. As an example, along with serving your standard pumpkin pie, you can try serving a dessert that is as decadent as a pumpkin soufflé drizzled with warm maple syrup or as simple as a pumpkin cheesecake drizzled with chocolate and caramel.

All of us have been to events, whether it be a wedding, charity event or large holiday ball, that le us with a lasting feeling of deep pleasure. ere is no reason why, with a little flare and a little organization, our holiday family gatherings can’t be just as memorable.

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Technology

music to go THE MP3 PLAYER BUYING GUIDE

With so many MP3 players on the market, finding the perfect model can be difficult.

Because each person needs different things, you must consider various options before you make a buying decision.

And since MP3 players can cost a few hundred dollars, you want to buy the right model the first time: one that you can enjoy for years without problems or frustrations.

Here are the most important things you should consider and research before you dish out your cash.

Standalone versus Integrated Players Standalone MP3 players basically play music. ey aren’t extra features that come with your cell phone or USB flash drive. ese are more expensive, but are good options for many people.

One of the biggest advantages is that the standalone players generally hold more songs.

Integrated players, however, make your waistline, purse or backpack less crowded. If you buy a cell phone that can play MP3s, you only have to carry one device. is option is usually less expensive than buying both devices separately.

Compatibility Check If you use download services like iTunes, you need to make sure that the player you buy will be compatible. If not, you must be willing to change a few small things so that you can easily transfer files from your computer to your new player.

If you use iTunes to rip your CDs to your computer’s hard drive, or buy tracks through this service, you won’t be able to transfer them to a non-Apple MP3 player without making a few changes, (though there is something to be said for iTunes commanding share of the US legal download market). You’ll have to convert the file types: most players recognize .wma and .mp3 extensions, not the .m4u type that iTunes uses.

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Another option is to use a different program to rip your CDs. is way, they’ll already be in .mp3 or .wma format, making them easy for almost every MP3 player ever made to recognize.

Many MP3 players are labeled as being compatible across the boards. Look at this information carefully before you buy. If the download service that you use is part of this agreement, their logo or name will be listed on the packaging. If not, you should assume that you’ll have problems with that particular player and the music service you use the most oen.

Different Battery Types Many players use disposable batteries. is is an advantage because you can buy replacements almost anywhere for just a few dollars. e big problem is that you might not get much battery life. Some models suck down juice even when they’re turned off because they remember the place they were at when you shut them down. But even if your player actually shuts off completely, the disposable battery can only provide so much power before it dies.

Some players have rechargeable batteries designed specifically for those devices. You should check these models out before you buy to make sure that you can buy replacements without too much hassle. If you have to order new batteries directly from the company, you might have to spend a few days without your music.

But that won’t happen anytime soon. ese batteries must be recharged on a regular basis – sometimes every day, depending on how much you use the player – but you can expect them to hold solid charges for months, if not longer, before you see any significant decline in performance.

You can also use rechargeable or lithium batteries to get more power for less money.

New versus Remanufactured Buying a used MP3 player isn’t a good idea unless you find one that has been refurbished by the maker.

Otherwise, you don’t have warranty coverage or any guarantee that your device will work.

If the manufacturer offers a solid guarantee with its refurbished products, you can save quite a few bucks on your new player. You can even find the latest models in some cases.

Extra Features FM tuners, built-in microphones and video capabilities are just a few extra options that you’ll find on different MP3 players. All of these features will increase the device’s cost. If you don’t really listen to the radio very oen, you probably won’t need that option. If you could not care less about watching music videos on a screen that’s

roughly the size of your palm, you can certainly skip the models that offer this capability.

You should also look at the capabilities of each player.

Do you have a display screen, or do you have to guess at what you’re trying to do? If you get the FM radio, does the player remember station presets? Does the player remember the song’s position when you turn the power back on?

Easy to Use versus Poorly Planned Some makers didn’t put much thought into things like button layout. Visit a store that has various players on display and experiment with them before you buy. Are the buttons easy to reach? How complicated is changing basic preferences? Do you have trouble figuring out how to get the player out of “repeat all” mode? Is the battery-power indicator easy to read?

Optional Accessories Before you buy, you need to know what accessories you can get for your MP3 player. You don’t want to invest two hundred dollars in a player, only to learn that the protective case or belt clip you were admiring in the store isn’t compatible with that model.

If you’re still having trouble with your decision, here are a few other things that you can do to help figure it out: • Read product reviews written by everyday consumers.

An Internet search will reveal dozens of reviews and ratings.

• Talk to friends and family members about their MP3 players. In most cases, these people will be honest. If there’s something that they don’t like about their devices, they’ll tell you. If you’re very lucky, somebody might let you try his model out so that you can get a feel for it before you buy your own.

• Visit the manufacturer’s website. is is the best place to get system specifications, information about the different models and the baseline retail price.

When you know what you need and want, you can buy with confidence. You’ll know that your new MP3 player is compatible with your computer, your budget and your everyday lifestyle.

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Business

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Redding Printing uses CMYK style printing on their Heidelberg press to create full color graphics. The four colors shown in the picture above, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black, make up every picture in this magazine. The colors were separated intentionally to better illustrate the four colors that make up a full color image.

What started out as a small printing plant on Sacramento Street in downtown Redding has become the largest custom commercial printer in the North State. Since 1937, Redding Printing Company has provided exceptional customer service and outstanding products.

In the early 1960s, the plant moved to its present downtown location on Continental Street and now encompasses three buildings totaling 15,000 square feet. Another 2,000 square feet of storage space is located near the Redding Airport. Despite tremendous growth, the familyoriented flavor has not le this family-owned and operated business. Brothers Ken and Ric Peterson have taken their fathers legacy and turned the once small shop into a local conglomerate servicing clients as far as Australia.

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Business

exceeds the customer’s expectations. is high level of commitment keeps clients coming back again and again.

“You can come to us and say I want to do something unique and tell us what you want and we’ll produce it,” said Ken Peterson. “One of the best ones we printed was a ticket years ago that was from 1959 for a concert at the Shasta College auditorium which is now Shasta High School. It was $2.00 and was for Gene Autry,” he grinned.

One of the distinctive projects the brothers recently worked on is the 2006-2007 California duck stamp, which was created from an original artist rendering. Anyone who has been duck hunting knows this stamp is required by law to obtain a duckhunting license. is form of printing is the most precise duplication possible and the artist is very involved in the process to ensure the likeness of the original painting is replicated.

“We have done pretty much all the duck stamps at one time or another for all the 13 western states and we are currently working on several of the Canadian provinces,” said Ken Peterson. e painting is scanned and captured as a digital file, color adjustments and resizing or cropping may be necessary only to ensure the replica is as close as humanly possible to the original. e artist will then review the proof and authorize the final press check.

“It’s been kind of fun from our standpoint because we get to meet the artist and develop more of a relationship rather than just sending the proofs to them. ey come here and do the actual press check in person,” said Ric Peterson. e company is an authorized Adobe Service Provider and supports both Macintosh and PC platforms as well as most graphic soware packages available today. Clients can take advantage of a full array of services provided to create a business image that is sure to stand out from the competition.

With the convenience of the Internet, clients can upload files through a dedicated website. is automated system sends customer files directly to the digital prepress department, speeding up the processing time while maintaining the integrity of the original file.

“We are direct-to-plate. at means we prepare the files here and upload them to our graphics department who etches the images by laser,” said Ken Peterson. is one-step process ensures the color and precision of the customer’s artwork is sharp and the color match is exact, enabling a quick turn around for the final proof.

When in the press room, the steady roar of the massive Heidelberg Speedmaster press leaves one awestruck by its mammoth size, yet smooth function. is state-ofthe art press employs the latest in color-matching technology and one pass printing technique allowing printing on both sides through a single pass. With three other Heidelberg presses on-site, the press room is always bustling with activity. e company offers full-service bindery that is unsurpassed in Northern California.

Whether the project entails saddle stitching, comb binding, meticulous folding or shrink wrapping, no job is too complicated for the handiwork of this specialized department. For customers that want a little more pizzazz to their projects, Redding Printing Company offers an assortment of finishing services including foil stamping, embossing and laminating to name a few.

Redding Printing Company produces a myriad of business materials including stationary, letterhead, business cards and other collateral. e company has also created specialized catalogues, point-of-purchase displays, boxes, packaging labels and much more. If you can imagine it, Redding Printing Company can produce it.

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Books

by Melissa Gulden

a good read TOP 5 “IT” BOOKS

• Revisit a classic. Try A Tale of Two Cities and enjoy Dickens in a non-high school English class kind of way. Set during the French Revolution — a time of terror — a starving people rise up in a frenzy to overthrow a corrupt and decadent regime. Trust me; it will be the “best of times.”

• The Overachievers: The Secret Lives of Driven Kids. Parents beware. You are running yourselves and your kids into the ground and eventually, one of you is going to run out of gas. Alexandra Robbins’ telling tale of this new age of extra-curricular activities is sure to become a reference tool for many parents. After all, when you know better, you do better.

• An odyssey of love, pain and renewal, She’s Come Undone by Wally Lamb is not to be missed. I had to keep checking to be sure the author is, in fact, a man. His female narrative is astounding and heroine Dolores Price will bring you to tears as you realize her imperfections are as real as your own.

• Janet Evanovich’s Twelve Sharp. A Stephanie Plum Novel. Haven’t sunk your teeth into this addicting crime series yet? Check out one through eleven — quickly! Number twelve is hotter than ever as bounty hunter Plum discovers a crazed woman is stalking her!

• Cry, The Beloved Country by Alan Paton. An instant worldwide bestseller, Paton’s novel about a black man’s country under a white man’s law is a classic work of love and hope, courage and endurance, born of the dignity of man.

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Enjoy the View Photo by Lowell Martinson

Timeless Motion, Thanksgiving Day 1988 What a beautiful scene, waiting for a train. Under the protective arch of the Railroad Bridge, a fresh blanket of snow has fallen. The quiet of the white landscape and the reflective time of Thanksgiving is what makes this view so captivating. For more information, visit www.lowellmartinson.com November 2006 Enjoy 42

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Enjoy November in the North State Yreka November 25 Yreka Holiday Parade Lewiston November 25 Old Lewiston Bridge Lighting Chico November 19 Christmas Preview

Cascade Theatre www.cascadetheatre.org

Upcoming Events

November 14 Mark O’Connor’s Fiddle Celebration

Redding November 16 Great American Smokeout Quit Kit Giveaway

November 19 North State Symphony An American Journey

November 24 Turkey Trot

November 24, 25, 30 A Cascade Christmas

Red Bluff November 3, 4 4th Annual Art Walk

November 29 Big, Bad Voodoo Daddy Christmas

November 24 - December 30 The Holiday Train Winter Whistle Stop at Turtle Bay

Win-River Casino www.win-river.com

November 2 Lisa Marie Presley November 5 Diamond Rio November 19 Smothers Brothers To benefit Redding Sunrise Rotary

Redding Convention Center November 25 Red Bluff Christmas Parade Corning November 18 Hometown Christmas Weaverville November 24 Mountain Magic Christmas Mt. Shasta November 4 17th Annual Christmas Mountain Magic Craft Show

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November 3 The Second City Touring Company November 5 Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker November 15 Time for Three Concert November 16 Man of LaMancha

Turtle Bay Exploration Park November 24 Christmas Tree Lighting & Merchant Open House Weed November 11 Veterans Day Ceremony

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Through November 12 Stormy Weather The Climate Change Adventure November 4 - January 11 Women Only! In Their Studios

November 16 is the Great American Smokeout.

The Shasta County Tobacco Education Coalition will be sponsoring the Quit Kit Giveaway from 6:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Mt. Shasta Mall parking lot next to Outback Steakhouse. FREE kits of materials and items helpful to those wanting to quit smoking will be handed out. Successful quitters and cessation group leaders will be on hand to mentor new quitters and connect them with local help for going smoke-free.

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Enjoy December in the North State

Upcoming Events

December 9 Dreamweaver Ballet Winter Recital

Redding December 1 Downtown Redding Winterfest

December 15, 16 The Nutcracker Redding City Ballet

December 2 24th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade

December 18 California Dance Company

December 2 Alta Mesa Parent/Teacher Booster Club Holiday Boutique and Craft Faire

December 21 A Celtic Christmas

Whiskeytown December 2, 3 Victorian Christmas to Remember

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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December 1, 2 A Cascade Christmas December 5 Riders in the Sky

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December 7 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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December 24 Risen King Christmas Program

Turtle Bay Exploration Park www.turtlebay.org

Dunsmuir December 1, 2, 3 Candles in the Canyon

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December 7 Finding Christa Film Screening

December 6 Count Basie Orchestra December 31 New Years Eve Party Featuring Papa Doo Run Run

December 15 & 16 Winter in the Woods Through January 14 Women Only! In Their Studios Through December 30 The Holiday Train Winter Whistle Stop at Turtle Bay

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 for our calendar, please e-mail us! info@enjoymagazine.net

Gallery Showing Look for Eric W. Marshall’s photos at Dill’s Deli in Redding, The Gallery in Mt. Shasta and The Siskiyou Gallery in Yreka. Also available for sale at Graphic Emporium in Redding.

Christmas Candy Shasta Photo by Eric W. Marshall

December 7 Junction School Winter Concert November 2006 Enjoy 44

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Giving Back

by Dr. André Van Mol

GOOD NEWS AT

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(Redding is) the most generous city in the world.

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–Rescue Mission Staff

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The Good News Rescue Mission of Redding has a lofty motto: “To offer to those in need, a hand up, not just a hand out.” The mission has lived up to this motto, providing a “refuge of hope” for those in need in the greater Shasta County area since 1964.

The impressive breadth of services the mission offers include: • Lodging • Meals • Health care (medical, dental, chiropractic, and mental health) • Work and home search assistance • Bible-based counseling programs • Educational services (from basic literacy to GED acquisition) • Drug and alcohol recovery program The mission’s impact has been enormous. In August 2006 alone, more than 4,000 guestnights of safe lodging were provided and more than 12,600 meals were served. In the first eight months of 2006, about 37,700 guest-nights and 145,500 meals were provided to the homeless and working poor.

For the past five years, I have volunteered my time in the medical clinic as one of the many physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. The volunteers provide care for more than 300 patients monthly in the Missions’ twice-weekly medical clinics. Local dentists and chiropractors donate similar clinic services. Beneficent contributions from Mercy Medical Center, Shasta Regional Medical Center, Catholic Healthcare West, and many local churches, companies, organizations, and individuals — notably the volunteers — make these and the other guest services possible.

In addition to its day-to-day involvement in the community, the Good News Rescue Mission is perhaps best known for its Thanksgiving and Christmas banquets. Each banquet averages 900 meals served by 500 volunteers in the dining hall. Disadvantaged families are welcome to pick up “give-away meals” to prepare at home for their loved ones.

Both holiday meals include a post-dessert gift of free coats, usually new, donated by what Rescue Mission staffers believe is “the most generous city in the world.”

The Mission’s fifth decade of operation marks the launch point of an ambitious $2.4 million expansion and a total refurbishing of the current building. One of many improvements afforded by the project is the planned extension of the medical clinic hours to five days weekly.

For more information: • Visit the Good News Rescue Mission’s website at www.gnrm.org.

• To make donations or volunteer, call 242-5920.

• The Mission is located at 2842 S. Market St.

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