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“Welcome to Paradise!” OU HOLD IN YOUR HANDS an excellent guide to getting the most out of your visit to Paradise. We have lots to offer and hope you will stay, dine, explore and play! Sitting at the base of the Sierra Nevadas, we are just 2 hours north of Sacramento, and a short drive from neighboring communities Oroville and Chico. All routes into Paradise offer extraordinary views of Butte County. Aside from the amazing views leading into town, the first thing you will notice are our trees…we have lots and lots of towering pines, and their green year-round color lend our town its mountainous and woodsy feel, and many of our residents boast their love of our trees as what they love most about Paradise. We are proud of our rich history, and by following the Skyway up out of Paradise, you will soon discover Magalia where the largest gold nugget on record in California was discovered (54 pounds!). Travel higher and you’ll enter the “time warp” of Stirling City, a city rich in logging and industrial history and home to Clotilde Merlo Park (open May – October). Our Gold Nugget Museum and Depot Museum both provide learning opportunities about our Ridge’s exciting mining, logging, and railroad history. You will walk away amazed at the tenacity of early settlers and the determination of the crews who built and operated the railroad line from Chico to Stirling City in the early 20th century. We celebrate Paradise all year round: The Gold Nugget Museum hosts Gold Nugget Days every April; our Boys and Girls Club of Paradise host the nationally-awarded Chocolate Fest during Mother’s Day weekend; the Cruisin’ Classics Car Club of Paradise hosts an annual classic car show in June; we celebrate our apple orchard heritage the first weekend of October every year with our Johnny Appleseed Days festival, and we celebrate July 4th with a parade and bluegrass music festival…to name only a few of our festivals! Our Visitor’s Guide provides lots of information about our abundance of hiking, biking, golfing and other outdoor opportunities suitable for all ages and skill levels. If treasure hunting is your thing, you are in the right place: shop our Antique stores ~ they are known county wide for their quality and variety. Fans of the performing arts also find a wealth of entertainment at the Paradise Performing Arts Center, a 762-seat state-of-the-art auditorium, and Theatre on the Ridge, the longest running community theatre in the north state. And, here’s a tidbit: Paradise has more artists and studios than (even) Chico, the 9th rated arts community in the nation! Visit us at the Paradise Visitor’s Bureau located in the Chamber of Commerce office on Skyway. We’re here to answer your questions and provide you with the information you need to make the most out of your stay in Paradise. We look forward to visiting with you soon!
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Tableof Contents How to Find Paradise . . . . . . 6 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Gold Nugget Museum . . . . 12 Gold Nugget Days . . . . . . . . 13 Parks/Area Attractions . . . 14 Chocolate Festival . . . . . . .19 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 4th of July Celebration . . . 26 Town Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Calendar of Events . . . . . . . 29 Campgrounds/ RV Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Cruisin’ Paradise . . . . . . . . . 37 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Hiking/Birding/Fishing . . 39 Lake Oroville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Performing Arts Center . . 43 Johnny Appleseed Days . . 45 Outdoor Recreation . . . . . . 47 Chamber of Commerce Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5e
The Paradise Visitor’s Guide is published annually by Post Publications for the Paradise Ridge Visitors Bureau © January 2009 Carol Peterson • Publisher Jerry Urban • Advertising Director Ella Eagar • Project Coordinator Jeri Luce • Production Manager/Design Glenn Harrington Christie Lefforge, Cassie McCampbell • Production Ella Eagar, Sharon Gingerich • Advertising Historical photos provided by the Gold Nugget Museum For advertising information call 530-877-4413 Or email advertising@paradisepost.com The Paradise Ridge Visitor’s Bureau 5550 Skyway #1, Paradise, CA 95969 P.O. Box 1453, Paradise, CA 95967 Phone (530) 877-9356 • 1-888-845-2769 • Fax (530) 877-1865 Printed by Paradise Post Printing (530) 877-4413 4 Paradise Visitor Guide
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Welcome to Paradise ARADISE, CALIFORNIA; is situated approximately two hours north of Sacramento in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada range. A short drive from the North Valley communities of Chico or Oroville leads to the small town of Paradise located above the valley fog and beneath the heavy snows of the Sierra. Visitors can take a couple of routes to the beautiful “Ridge,” and each is an equally stunning example of the drastic differences in terrain that can take place in a relatively short period of time. From Highway 70, drivers turn left onto Highway 191, also known as Clark Road, and begin their ascent into Paradise. The final leg of the trip begins on a straight, flat road, bordered on either side by grasses and grazing cows. Homes and small ranches dot the landscape. As the slope of the road begins to rise, travelers begin a curving journey with views over the Valley below. First, Scrub Oaks, then Digger Pines, then Ponderosa Pines, and voila! You’ve reached Paradise! Clark Road is one of the town’s two main drags. The business district of Paradise is laid out in more or less of a “grid,” making getting around easy, until you try to find someone’s house! Get excellent directions for that, or stop and ask one of the friendly town residents. The second major route to Paradise is the Skyway, accessible off U.S. Highway 99. Once on the Skyway, it’s a short drive to Paradise. Skyway continues long after the paving does, and in a tough truck with good clearance you might land in Butte Meadows on the other side of the Ridge. An old line used to sell properties on the Ridge was “above the fog and below the snow.” This isn’t exactly accurate all of the time, but for the most part it is. The valley below is notorious for thick fog at times of the year—thick enough for you to postpone that trip to Chico. And, every so often, snow does fall on Paradise, around the 1,500 foot level, when it does, though it’s very rare that the snow is so deep that you can’t go about your business. Of course, the further up the hill you go, the deeper the snow can get. The Spring and Fall in Paradise, and the surrounding area, are spectacular.Wild flowers bloom abundantly, the brown grasses of summer become a vibrant green, and colorful trees like Dogwoods and Redbud put on a proud display. Paradise is an incorporated town with its own police, fire and government. The areas north of the town limits fall within Butte County.
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an an abridged abridged history history N PREHISTORIC Northern California, a volcanic eruption caused such immense lava flows that several “ridges� were created. They include: Cohasset, Forest Ranch, and the Paradise Ridge. Eventually, soil covered these lava caps, but from the air, the lava flows are still very clearly seen as the defining feature of the region. As for human history, this area was originally populated by the Maidu Indians, and archaeological evidence suggests that their presence here extended as far back as 10,000 years before the arrival of white settlers. Like many other indigenous people, the Maidu were killed, or died of diseases new to them, soon after the whites and Chinese flocked to the area in search of golden dreams. This proved to be a reality for some, but not so for many more, especially the Chinese who were squeezed out of their claims by discriminatory laws. Many ended up mining gold only as laborers for white miners, or worked in other trades; as cooks, or launderers.When the Gold Rush ended, a society that had tolerated the Chinese for their inexpensive labor, now wanted them to leave. In fact, the Chinese were literally burned out of their homes in Chico. In spite of the marvelous Chinese Temple in Oroville (lined with gold that Chinese laborers secreted out of the mines in spite of the threats of imprisonment or death), much of the vibrant Chinese community disappeared from the area. Considering it only began in 1848, the Gold rush was relatively short-lived, and by 1853, the Paradise area had settled in to the business of agriculture.Apples, hogs, vegetables and grains all thrived in Paradise's red soil. The area, being along a well-traveled stage route, was one of lively exchange between people on their way to Susanville or Nevada. Names of these stops still resurface today in the form of street names, or by the nicknames that people still call the areas, such as Toadtown, Dogtown, Coutolenc, Powellton and Inskip. Y 1861, the town had grown sufficiently as to warrant the building of a school, the Delaplain School. In 1879 the Congregational Church opened. A post office followed, and by 1880, the census discovered that the population of the Paradise Ridge was 301. More leaps in population were to come, such as 1903, when the Diamond Match Company built a large lumber mill in Stirling City, just up the hill from Magalia. This endeavor was to employ many residents for decades. By 1911 it was time for the post office to move from the Strong house, a private residence, and into the Orloff office. It was at this time that the name of the town was officially changed from Orloff to Paradise.
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N 1916, local farmers began the groundwork for what is known today as the Paradise Irrigation District. Like everywhere else in the country, the Depression hit Paradise hard. The influx into California portrayed in “Grapes of Wrath” brought it's own poor masses to Paradise. Though there may have been no jobs for the people that came, at least the fertile soils yielded more food than the dust bowl states, and the migrants could raise enough to eat. Good times returned with World War II, but many people stayed on in Paradise where, like the rest of the country, they began to do more than just exist. 1959 came to pass and the most popular festival in town began— Gold Nugget Days. This four-day-long event includes a ball, the crowning of a queen, a lively parade, craft fair and more. Gold Nugget Days' focus is fun, but also in appreciating the Gold Nugget Museum, located on Pearson Road. This volunteer endeavor has put together quite a collection of artifacts from the area's local history. Every year, school children visit and are taught valuable history lessons at this facility. Adults join in as well, either as visitors or volunteers. Living History Days is another event that draws crowds to the museum. Each year, volunteers take up a post in the outdoor replica mining town adjacent to the Museum, and begin demonstrating old crafts, whether it be blacksmithing or candle-making. Yet the highlight of the year is Gold Nugget Days, which draws thousands of visitors from all over California. In the fall, Johnny Appleseed Days is celebrated with craft fairs and food. It's a great chance to get in one last outdoor event just before winter sets in.
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N THE 1800s Paradise was the small village and Magalia and Stirling City were the hubs. Though it would be difficult to know which name they went under—there were so many! Magalia was the sign placed over the post office door in 1861, however the area has been called everything from Dogtown to Butte Mills. It was under the Dogtown name that the largest gold nugget on record in California was discovered... a whopping 54 pounds, 49.5 of which was pure gold. It's worth in 1859 dollars was an unheard-of $10,960, which is just a fraction of what it would be worth today. For a better idea of the sheer mass of this find, see the replica in the Gold Nugget Museum. Magalia was so much busier than Paradise, in fact, they had a post office first, and opened their first school in 1859. Even after the Gold Rush was over, Magalia sustained a goodly population with its lumber and rock mining, up until World War II. After that, Magalia sort
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An abridged history cont. cont. of slowed down, but land prices were inexpensive enough to keep many people in the area—even if they had to commute to Stirling City to work at the Diamond Match Company. Magalia's old downtown remains today—just a tiny bit of road called Old Skyway. The original depot building is on the corner at the signal, and now serves as a restaurant. The Historic Magalia Community Church has been restored and stands proudly next to the much larger, newer thriving congregation with the same name.Weddings are still held in this tiny chapel. Across the street is a well-manicured cemetery. In this area, cemeteries are always wonderful places to look into the past. Many of the names in the Paradise Cemetery, for instance, are now immortalized in street names, developments, and so forth. On further up the hill there is more snow in the winter. Stirling City consists of a school, a post office, splendid Merlo Park and rows of old company houses. The Stirling City Hotel is still in operation, now as a bed and breakfast. Even higher up is the Inskip Inn. This is the last spot before the Skyway turns into a dirt road, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Perhaps the most interesting thing about this old hotel is that it's rumored to be haunted by a ghost named Charlie. Of all the places on the paved road, Inskip gets the most snowdrifts compared to the more populated areas down the hill. In general, the temperature on the Ridge hovers around 51 degrees in January, and averages 93.6 in July. Above the 2500 foot level, where some of Magalia, all of Stirling City and Inskip is located, snow falls often, but not constantly.You'll know it’s bad in Stirling City when the roads in Paradise have to be plowed, which is not often. In fact, entire years may pass without snow dusting the Paradise town proper. 257 days a year are sunny on the Ridge, on average, but when the rain does come, watch out! Sometimes unbelievably heavy, the rain seems to fall in sheets. The balance of days are made up of cloudy ones. But for a mountain town, 257 days of sunshine isn’t bad at all. HE RIDGE OF TODAY boasts over 40,000 residents between the town and the areas above it. This number of people has led to the coming of many institutions seen in larger areas—a DMV, senior center, recreation center, library, and major supermarkets. Paradise has come a long way since the days when gold called settlers here. And it's not through evolving yet. A state-of-the-art auditorium has been finished, several new businesses have opened, some of them large, such as Rite Aid and Auto Zone. From the single elementary school has grown numerous primary schools, two public intermediate schools, three private religious schools and Paradise High School. Paradise is the perfect place for people who want to raise families or just live at a pace that will enable them to enjoy life’s benefits more!
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Gold Nugget Museum 502 Pearson Road, Paradise - 872-8722 www.goldnuggetmuseum.com Hours: 12pm-4pm Wed.-Sun. Admission: Free, Donations Welcome
HE MUSEUM IS A MUST-SEE for visitors and locals desiring a greater understanding of the history of Paradise and the Ridge communities. The Gold Nugget Museum on Pearson Road at Mallan Lane features a rich collection of historic artifacts from the local area. Though groundbreaking on the building began on March 11, 1978, the Museum never seems to be finished. The Museum itself has grown over the years to include permanent displays and rotating exhibits created from the numerous artifacts donated by local families. After the main building was completed, focus was turned to developing a replica gold-rush town on the grounds. A creek with a covered bridge runs through the grounds, offering children a goldpanning adventure. Other buildings Nuggetville featured on museum grounds. include a working blacksmith shop, a Wells Fargo assay office, a one-room schoolhouse, an agricultural barn and a miner’s cabin. Major Museum events include Gold Nugget Days the last full week in April, the Living History School Program from March to June each spring, Days of Living History in late September and the Maidu School Program in September to November. In 2007, the Gold Nugget Museum Children learn about the past at the Living History and opened the Paradise Depot Museum, locatMaidu School Programs. ed a half mile away in the new Paradise Community Park. The reconstructed 1904 depot focuses on local railroad and logging history and includes a 30-foot working model of the Butte County Rail Road. The Depot Museum is open weekends from noon to 4:00 p.m. Both Museums are funded by donations, small grants and fund raisers.
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Gold Nugget Days Nine days of serious fun On the last two weekends each April, the Gold Nugget Museum sponsors one of Paradise’s most colorful and exciting events: Gold Nugget Days ! Gold Nugget Days commemorates the discovery of the “Dogtown Nugget,” a 54-pound gold nugget found on the Paradise Ridge in April Perils in Pair-O-Dice melodrama 1859. With the Museum Dog-Gone-Dog the center of activity, the celebration includes a merContest chants’ decorating contest, queen contest, Donkey Derby, parade, melodrama, a western dance, barbecue, miners’ tent city, doggie contest, and more! In addition, community organizations take the opportunity to hold their own fund-raisers during Gold Nugget Days. These include a large craft fair by the Paradise Recreation and Park District and numerous culinary events by civic and youth organizations. Annual Gold Nugget Days badges Queen Contest provide a significant source of revenue for the Museum. They Kids Costume Contest cost $2.00 and have become collectibles over the many years of the celebration. A special no-charge badge raffle offers great prizes, including a genuine gold nugget.
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Parks & Area Attractions ROM PARADISE TO STIRLING CITY, area parks have something to offer everyone, with ponds, playgrounds, picnic areas, and nature trails. Making them interesting is that many have historic backgrounds. For information on parks and sponsored recreation events contact the Paradise Recreation and Park District at 6626 Skyway, (530) 872-6393. The PRPD is an independent special district serving the needs of the community.
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AQUATIC PARK - for a moment of relaxation, visit picturesque Paul Byrne Aquatic Park. There you will find a public pool, open Memorial Day thru August, the Rotary Grove picnic area which can accommodate 150 people, children’s playground area, and a beautiful duck pond with a fountain, and stocked with fish. Fishing is allowed for kids under 15. Stroll the 660 foot path around the pond. A scenic pathway follows a creek that connects the park with the Gold Nugget Museum. Located at Recreation Drive and Buschmann Road. 872-6386. BILLE PARK - located at 501 Bille Road, about one mile west of the Skyway. Open 7:00 am to dusk. Bille Park was built in 1961 and offers a hiking trail along the south rim of Butte Canyon. The park has a large paved parking area, children’s playground, large grassy area, barbecues and picnic tables for groups or individual use. BILLE PARK EXPANSION - 6261 W. Wagstaff. Open 7:00 a.m. till dusk. There is a pavilion with a kitchen, tables and chairs to accommodate 120 people. A gazebo, hiking trails and a water feature. Available by reservation 872-6363. CHEROKEE - Site of county’s only former placer mining operation in the late 1800s. Displays historical sites of the gold days. Well kept cemetery. Largest diamond mine in U.S. CHINESE ROCK FENCES - These expertly formed rock fences made by the Chinese without mortar of any kind, are still standing after a hundred years. They can be seen from Oroville to Redding. CLOTILDE MERLO PARK - located in Stirling City. Take the first right off Skyway, then about 1/4 mile to the park. The beauty of this private 20 acre park is amazing. It was dedicated in August 1987 by Harry A. Merlo in memory of his mother. Harry was born in Stirling City and was founding president of Louisiana-Pacific Corporation. The park features three large ponds, individual and group picnic areas, restrooms, horseshoe pits, a bocce court, nature trails, and a beautiful outdoor wedding chapel area. A great place for a wedding. 14 Paradise Visitor Guide
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Reserve the park! Book well in advance, call 873-1658. Open May through October, 10 am to 7 pm Thursday-Sunday, NO SMOKING and NO DOGS. COUTOLENC PARK - covers 340 acres of unimproved land. The park is located approximately 2 miles off Skyway on Coutolenc Road, at the signal light in Magalia. Features hiking trails going down the canyon near the West Branch of the Feather River. CRAIG MEMORIAL CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH - 5665 Scottwood Road. Organized in 1890. Site of their first church was at Old Paradise. After it burned, the present building was built in 1909. DESABLA POWER HOUSE - The beginnings and development of hydroelectric power in Butte County. Plant built in 1904.Water wheel used 1904-1961. ELLIOTT SPRING - Located on the lower part of Neal Road is site of home of Elliott family. A marker honoring this family has been placed at Elliott Spring. GOLD NUGGET MUSEUM & MEMORIAL PARK - 502 Pearson Road. Provides history from the Paradise Ridge. The Gold Nugget Museum grounds, includes a tree covered picnic area with tables that can be reserved for private use. Contact the Museum for reservations, 872-8722. HONEY RUN ROAD - Constructed in the 1880s. Serves today as a picturesque approach to Paradise from the valley. Now it is also used for bike races. HONEY RUN COVERED BRIDGE - Midway between Chico and Paradise. Built in 1894 and served until 1965 when an auto accident forced its abandonment. The 2nd longest bridge of its type in California. Spans Butte Creek at the base of volcanic cliffs. INSKIP - Once an important mining center. The hotel served as a stage stop to Susanville is one of the few old buildings remaining on the Ridge. This is not the first structure but was built about 1868. Earlier one destroyed by fire. Historical marker. LIME SADDLE RECREATION AREA - Pentz-Magalia Road. 2.4 miles south of Paradise. Complete recreation facilities with access to lake. LOVELOCK at COUTOLENC ROAD - Site of Lovelock Hotel and Store until early 20th century. Turpentine trees tapped during the Civil War may be seen along this road. MAGALIA - Once called Dogtown; (marker) settled in 1850s. In 1858, largest gold nugget found in Northern California was discovered here. California Historical landmark #771, on Skyway, points to location where this 54-pound nugget was found. Paradise Visitor Guide 15
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MAGALIA COMMUNITY CHURCH - A picturesque community church built in 1904 was once situated at the junction of Skyway and Coutolenc Road. MAGALIA DEPOT - 1903. Southern Pacific Depot in the Northern California mining town of Magalia. Serves the community as a restaurant. MASONIC TEMPLE - Clark and Elliott roads. Land for the original building was donated by Dr. W.E. Mack and his wife. NEAL ROAD - Named for Samuel Neal, early Pioneer of Durham area. He drove stock to mountain pasture over a trail that later became Neal Road. NIMSHEW - Mining community from 1860s. Best producing gold mine nearby was Emma Mine. OREGON CITY - Site of gold mining community. Marker. Pioneer Cemetery. PARADISE COMMUNITY PARK AND DEPOT MUSEUM - At Black Olive and Pearson. Our newest park features the original Paradise Depot restored as a railroad museum, established and maintained by members of the Gold Nugget Museum. Nearby a gazebo, constructed to depict a railroad roundhouse, surrounded by an amphitheater that provides seating for outdoor performances. Other features include a train caboose, railroad signs, a children’s playground, picnic areas, parking and walking paths. The Memorial Trailway winds through the park from the north guiding trail users to the signal crossing on Pearson Road for continuing south. PARADISE LAKE - The lake is open for fishing by a permit and fee obtainable at the P.I.D. office. Fishing year round in winter fishing area. Seasonal fishing and boating allowed from last Saturday in April to November 15, in all areas not posted off limits or no trespassing. Has a picnic area. Paradise Lake is a domestic water supply. SAWMILL PEAK - A fire lookout. It is open during the summer months. Sawmill Peak is accessible for great views of the area and worth a visit if you're adventureous enough to make the drive. SKYWAY - Built in 1952. Has an overlook between Chico and Paradise affording a spectacular view of Butte Creek Canyon, nicknamed “Little Grand Canyon.” STIRLING CITY - Settled 1903-1904. Lumber town named for a brand of steam boiler used at the mill. Site of hotel, beautifully kept cemetery, and Merlo Park. TABLE MOUNTAIN - Colorful wildflower display in the spring. It is a lava mesa. Flowers can be seen along roadside. 16 Paradise Visitor Guide
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F YOU LOVE CHOCOLATE, then plan your visit to Paradise to coincide with their annual, international, award-winning, multi-day Chocolate Festival - scheduled in May, when the weather is mild and slight breezes carry the aroma of chocolate in all directions! This is the place to indulge your love of all things chocolate! Designed as a fundraiser for the local Boys & Girls Club, the festivities kick off Friday, May 1st with a Wine & Chocolate Tasting, a wine auction and a wine & chocolate pairing where local wineries and our own local chocolatiers conspire to delight the senses while providing first hand experience on what wine accompanies best which chocolate. On Saturday, May 2nd, the roads will rumble when the Chocolate Thunder Motorcycle Poker Run winds its way to the Park in Paradise for a BBQ. The following Friday, May 8th, is the coronation of the Chocolate Queen providing an evening event that includes ~ what else ~ chocolate concoctions to sip and eat, hors d’oeuvres, no host bar, music and dancing. The lady who has raised the most money for the B&G Club is crowned queen. Saturday morning the 9th, fun begins early with the Chocolate Chase Fun Run/Walk, a pancake breakfast, complete with chocolate chip pancakes and the option of chocolate syrup! And don't forget to visit Chocolate Candy Land and Lollipop’s Ice Cream Shoppe, where you will be greeted with a chocolate fountain and chocolate goodies galore. Take a walk through the park and enjoy the musical entertainment, fine art and craft booths, or the wide range of food selections. Watch as the tension builds when the winner of the Chocolate Cuisine Cook-off is announced. You may even be able to taste some of the entries! The kids among us can enter the chocolate pie-eating contest and the cookiestacking contest following the costume parade and kiddie games. This is truly a fun and chocolate filled weekend for kids of all ages, and families of all sizes. We caution, though, make your reservations early in our local lodging facilities, this is a nationally recognized event and our town fills up fast! Cookie stacking contest
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Antiques The Secret Is Out …..antiquing. There are numerous charming shops dotting the Ridge providing pleasant browsing for visitors and locals alike. From lace-draped shelves displaying old porcelain to large armoires or sideboards, nearly anything vintage can be found within Paradise town limits. The secret is getting out, antique prices in Paradise are among the best around. The little antique shops have priced themselves for their local clientele. Many of our antique stores include consignment merchandise and collectibles. There seems to be a steady supply of antiques, whether gleaned from estate sales or from seniors who are downsizing. This makes the climate ideal for shoppers coming from higher-income areas. Regardless of the storefront they sit behind, antiques of Paradise are widely known as a great buy, and the hobby of “antiquing” countless brings visitors back to browse and buy. Whether it’s the prices or the atmosphere, “antiquing” in Paradise is a must-do for visitors with any penchant for shopping. 22 Paradise Visitor Guide
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aurants Paradise and Magalia
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Annie’s Country Café 5522 Skyway 877-2418 ____________________ Black Bear Diner 5791 Clark Road 877-0877 ____________________ Casa De Paradiso 5667 Clark Road 877-4107 ____________________ Comeback Diner 6053 Clark Road 877-9466 ____________________ The Italian Garden 6929 Skyway 876-9988
Mountain Mike’s Pizza 6626 K Clark Road 872-1991 ____________________ Papa Murphy’s Take-n-Bake Pizza 6026 Clark Road 872-8998 ____________________ Smokie Mountain Steakhouse & Lounge
7039 Skyway 872-3323 ____________________ Subway 6616 Clark Road 872-3323 ____________________ Tall Pines Entertainment 5445 Clark Road 872-2695
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CLARK ROAD ANIMAL HOSPITAL Gary Kitto, DVM
(530) 872-5111 Hours: Mon-Thurs. 8-6 • Mon-Fri. 8-5 5799 Clark Rd. Paradise FAX 530-872-8445
Boarding Services Available Dogs & Cats (Vaccines Required)
Find your best friend at the
Paradise Animal Shelter Take Clark Road, toward 70, left on American Way. Open Mon-Sat, 11am-3:30pm Paradise Visitor Guide 25
4thth of July Festival RUE TO PARADISE form, our annual 4th of July celebration takes the festivities a little beyond the traditional parade! As a result, our celebration has now become known as the 4th of July Celebration & Bluegrass Festival, and pulls visitors and tourists from all around the state to partake in the fun! The day begins early with a continental breakfast right up the road at the Dogtown Faire celebration in Magalia, then returns to Paradise for the annual 4th of July parade, complete with horses, floats, classic cars, clowns, veterans and lots of flags! The parade route winds down the Skyway to Fir Street where it takes a sharp left turn up to the Community Depot Park for an open-air, jammin’ blues festival, surrounded by fine art and craft vendors selling their hand-crafted items. Come hungry and visit the beer garden, enjoy a tri-tip sandwich lunch or, of course, the All-American Hot Dog! The party moves further up the road to include more (professional) music in our Performing Arts Center, preceded by yet more food and drink in the food court outside the Senior Center! VIP tickets are available for those wanting a little more comfort and service. Watch the parade and enjoy your lunch and music under the protection of a VIP tent! Whatever your plans, secure your lodging early as this weekend is always a sell-out in our local hotels, motels, inns & RV parks! Truly a family affair, kids of all ages and sizes spend the day on the grass, soaking up the warm Northern California sun, complete with an occasional warm breeze, while listening to some truly awesome blues - both local musicians and professionals conspire to make it an event worth attending!
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www.morningstarquilters.com All things “quilt” for the quilters fabric, trim, boards, needles, patch bundles & more
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www.gobidwell.com Lake Oroville’s largest boat launch and mooring site
www.paradisecinema7.com Butte County’s largest auditorium seating cinema
www.creativeglasscarvings.com custom art glass • classes/instruction full service studio 28 Paradise Visitor Guide
Events Calendar January-December Paradise Ridge Senior Center
Bingo Held every Monday at 1:15 p.m. at the Paradise Ridge Senior Center located at 877 Nunneley Road in Paradise. 877-1733. American Legion
Tuesday Night Bingo Every Tuesday night at the Terry Ashe Recreation Center, located on Skyway at Elliott. Doors open at 3:00 p.m. Starts at 5:00 p.m. 873-0977 Paradise Elks Lodge
Sunday Night Bingo Every Sunday night at the Elks Lodge, 1100 Elks Lane in Paradise. Doors open at 3:00p.m, First game starts at 4:00p.m. $25 per person-all you can play. All net proceeds will be donated to a local non-profit youth organization.
February 2009 February 1 & 8 My Three Angels Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
This captivating comedy takes place in French Guiana at the turn of the last century where paroled convicts from the local penal colony move about with relative freedom in the community. Three inmates working on a roof overhear that impending disaster lies ahead for the bumbling but kindly store manager, Felix, and his family, the kindhearted criminals set about to put their own “particular skills” to work to rescue the Ducotel family. Tickets: Chico, The Vagabond Rose, 343-1110 or Paradise, Fir Street Gallery, 872-8889. Info: 877-5760 or visit the website: www.totr.org.
February 7 2nd Annual Paradise Idol Auditions Presented by Paradise Performing Arts Center
Auditions start February 7 at 10:00
a.m. Deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m. February 2. Pick up applications at the box office or download them at website: www.paradiseperformingarts.com Final competition March 21 at 7:00 p.m. Must be at least 18 years old. Paradise Idol is a fundraiser for the PPAC.Auditions will be held in front of a live audience. Ticket outlets: in Paradise: PPAC, The Country Touch, Fir Street Gallery and The Senior Center. In Magalia: Whisker Pines, In Chico: the Music Connection. 872-8454
February 7 Dirty Horse Play Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
February 14 Valentines Day Presented by Oak Knoll Senior Living
2:30 pm, 1007 Buschmann Road in Paradise, 872-3344.
February 15 Soup and Games Presented by the Paradise Ridge Senior Center
Begins at Noon–4:00 p.m. Paradise Ridge Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road in Paradise, 877-1733.
February 22 Soup’s On Presented by the Paradise Ridge Senior Center
Begins at: 1:00 p.m. Paradise Ridge Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road in Paradise, 877-1733.
March 2009 March 7 CGA Gymkhana
(raindate 14th)
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
March 12 - 22 Over the River and Through the Woods Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
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Events Calendar ents every week without fail. This particular Sunday he comes with good news - he is getting a promotion, and bad news - to get the promotion he must move to Seattle, a long, long way from Jersey. Nick's decision about his future spurs his four ItalianAmerican grandparents into a frenzy of meddling, match-making, and micro-management of his life. Tickets: Chico, The Vagabond Rose, 343-1110 or Paradise, Fir Street Gallery, 872-8889. 877-5760 or visit the website: www.totr.org
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April 5 Over the River and Through the Woods Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
~ See description in March
April 11 Easter Egg Hunt Presented by Paradise Recreation & Park Dist.
All children preschool to sixth grade are welcome to participate in the Easter egg hunt. 9:30 to 11:30, Preschool to 6th Grade. Aquatic Park. PRPD 872-6393.
Pancake Breakfast
April 11 & 12
Presented by Oak Knoll Senior Living
Annual Gem & Mineral Show
Oak Knoll is hosting their 10th annual Benefit Pancake Breakfast, 8:30–10:30 am. 1007 Buschmann Road in Paradise. We will serve; pancakes, sausage, egg-estrada, fruit & beverages. Suggested donation is $6.00. 872-3344.
Presented by the Paradise Gem & Mineral Club
March 15 Concert lll Presented by Paradise Performing Arts Center
This concert will premiere two commissioned pieces: one by Leonard Duarte and the other by Jeff Janke. The Russian Easter Overture by Nikalai Rimsky Korsakov also will be featured. 7:00 p.m. 777 Nunneley Road, Paradise. Paradise Performing Arts Center 872-8454 or PPAC website: www.paradisedirect.com/ppac
March 17 St. Patty’s Pub & Party Presented by Oak Knoll Senior Living
2:30 pm, 1007 Buschmann Road in Paradise, 872-3344.
March 21 CGA Gymkhana
(raindate 28th)
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
April 2009 April 4 CGA Gymkhana
Held at the Elks Lodge, located at 6309 Clark Road in Paradise. Hours are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Door prizes will be drawn every ½ hour and there is a $200 grand prize and $100 prize. Admission is FREE! There will be exhibits, demonstrations. Minerals, fossils, gems and jewelry galore! Proceeds go to Charles M. Berto Scholarship. Shirley Thompson 872-1846 or Mary Schisler 877 7374.
April 12 Easter Egg Hunt Presented by Oak Knoll Senior Living
For children of all ages. 9:00 am, 1007 Buschmann Road,Paradise,872-3344.
April 18 CGA Gymkhana Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787
April 18 - 26 Gold Nugget Days Presented by the Gold Nugget Museum
The Gold Nugget Museum celebrates the finding of a 54 lb. gold nugget in 1859. There are multiple events through out Paradise and well run for two weekends. Visit www.goldnuggetmuseum.com or call 872-8722.
April 23 (raindate 11th)
Miss Gold Nugget Pageant
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Presented by Gold Nugget Museum & PPAC
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Ridge high school juniors compete for the title of Gold Nugget Queen. Each girl must find a sponsor and escort, submit a portfolio and create a dress
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of the 1850-1899 period. 6:00 p.m. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Road, Paradise. 872-8722. www.goldnuggetmuseum.com
May 2
April 25
May 3
Gold Nugget Days Parade Presented by Gold Nugget Days, Inc.
Held along Skyway between Center Street and Birch Street in Paradise. For more info please call 872-8722.
April 26 Annual Horse Festival Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Pony rides, arena exhibitions, petting zoo, vendors, game, and great food. 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Paradise Horse Arena off of Moore Road off Clark Road. 873-4787 or 876-0882.
May 2009 May 1, 2, 8, & 9
CGA Gymkhana (raindate 9th) Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882. Concert lV Presented by Paradise Performing Arts Center
Violinist, Dawn Harms will return to her hometown for this concert. She will perform with the orchestra John Williams’ Schindler’s List, Fritz Kreisler’s Tambourine Chinois and Aaron Kernis’ Aria. 7:00 p.m. 777 Nunneley Road, Paradise. Paradise Performing Arts Center 872-8454 or www.paradisedirect.com/ppac
May 5 Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Party Presented by Oak Knoll Senior Living
3:00 p.m., 1007 Buschmann Road in Paradise, 872-3344.
Paradise Chocolate Fest
May 15 & 16
Presented by The Boys and Girls Club of the Paradise Ridge
Dracula – The Ballet
Chocolate paradise in Paradise! Events include a Chocolate & Wine Tasting on Friday, May 1st, to kick off the festivities, followed by a Chocolate Thunder Motorcycle Poker Run & BBQ on Saturday, the 2nd. Our Chocolate Queen receives her crown on Friday night, May 8th, and you will want to spend Saturday, May 9th at the Chocolate Festival at Terry Ashe Park. Start your day with a chocolate pancake breakfast, visit Chocolate Candy Land, watch the judging of the Chocolate Cuisine Cook-off and have your kids compete in the chocolate pie eating and cookie stacking contests. A chocolate extravaganza! Debbie La Plant-Moseley at 899-0335 ex. 210, or on the web at www.chocolatefest.us.
Northern California Ballet presents this ballet of Bram Stoker’s classic vampire tale of the struggle between good and evil. Friday and Saturday, 7:15 p.m. and a Saturday matinee at 2:15 p.m. Paradise Performing Art Center, 777 Nunneley Road, Paradise. 872-8454.
May 2 Fishing Derby Presented by Paradise Recreation & Park District
This special fishing contest is open to all boys & girls 15 years & under. Register May 2 at the Fishing Derby. The pond will be stocked and prizes will be awarded in several categories. 9:30 to 11:30. Fee: Free (sponsored by the Paradise Lion’s & Paradise Host Lion’s clubs) Preschool-15 years. Aquatic ParkFishing Pond. PRPD 872-6393.
Presented by Northern California Ballet and Paradise Performing Art Center
May 14 - 31 Lend Me A Tenor Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
This night in September of 1934 is the biggest in the history of the Cleveland Grand Opera company. World famous Italian Tenor, Tito Merelli – “Il Stupendo” is scheduled to sing the title role in Otello as part of a $50,000 fundraiser. Merelli arrives late, and when he finally sweeps in, it is too late to rehearse with the company. Through a variety of mishaps, Il Stupendo is given a double dose of tranquilizers, and the old adage “the show must go on” takes a dizzying plunge into hilarity in this roller coaster ride of desperate measures, mistaken identity and compromising positions. The hit of TOTR’s 1994 season makes a return engagement to delight audiences once again. Tickets: Chico, The Vagabond Rose, 343-1110 or Paradise, Fir Street Gallery, 8728889. 877-5760 or www.totr.org Paradise Visitor Guide 31
Events Calendar May 16 CGA Gymkhana Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
May 25 Memorial Day Ceremony Presented by the Paradise Cemetery
Paradise Cemetery will be placing a flag on the grave of each veteran buried in the cemetery. Large flags will line the Paradise entry roads. The Star Spangled Banner, presentation of the flags, and taps. Starting time is 10:00 a.m. Paradise Cemetery District, 980 Elliott Road, Paradise. Linda Kautter 877-4493.
June 2009 June 5 & 6 Cribbage Tournament Presented by the Paradise Ridge Senior Center
Friday begins at: 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00a.m. Paradise Ridge Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road in Paradise, 877-1733.
June 6 & 7 Relay For Life Presented by American Cancer Society
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the tour go to support the Paradise Garden Club’s public beatification projects and the scholarship fund. Tickets are $15.00 and in Paradise are available at The Country Touch, Heavenscent Candles, Hallmark Shop Stationers, Mendon’s Nursery, Paradise Garden Center and Reid’s Feed & Seed, in Magalia at Whisker Pines. 876-8876.
June 7 Lend Me A Tenor Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
~ See description in May
June 8 Pancake Breakfast Presented by Honey Run Covered Bridge Assn.
This benefit is for Honey Run Bridge. There will be music by “The Pub Scouts”, also a raffle. Time 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Honey Run Road. Patrice or Carol at 876-8483.
June 13 Cruisin’ Paradise Cars of Yesteryear Car Show Presented by Cruisin' Classics Car Club
The Cars of Yesteryear Car Show will be held at the Paradise Performing Arts Center located at 777 Nunneley Road in Paradise. Proceeds go to benefit local Charities. Car, engine & general raffles, music, vendors, poker walk & concert. To pre-register go to www.cruisinclassicsofparadise.com and download the registration form. Doug-877-4438 or Weldon-877-2343.
Relay for Life of Paradise on The Ridge. Twenty four hour event held at Paradise High School, 5911 Academy Drive, Paradise. Matthew 342-8365 or e-mail: Foor matthew.foor@cancer.org.
June 14
June 6 & 7
CSHA English/Western Show (or 28th)
Hipoint Gymkhana
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Possible Meadowbrook Camp-out in summer 873-4787 or 876-0882.
873-4787 or 876-0882.
June 6 & 7 Garden Tour & Plants Presented by the Paradise Garden Club
They will be holding their annual Garden Tour Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4:00 p.m. this is a self-guided tour to six outstanding paradise gardens. A plant sale, demos, a drawing, and refreshments will be offered at individual garden along the way. Proceeds from 32 Paradise Visitor Guide
June 20 CGA Gymkhana Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
June 21 Wisconsin Picnic Presented by the Annual Wisconsin picnic
Get together for anyone from Wisconsin, anyone who loves to visit Wisconsin, or Packers fans. Brats, hot dogs are provides. Please bring a side dish. Admission: Free. 10:00 a.m. Bille Park, 501 Bille Road, Paradise. Sylvia 872-4563 or alsylcar@comcast.net
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June 27
August 16
PHA/CGA Yard Sale….Tack Swap
CSHA English/Western Show Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
Doone Grade Ranch Trail ride in Fall. 8734787 or 876-0882.
July 2009
August 17, 19, & 21 PRPD Horsense 102 Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Time 5:30 p.m. 873-4787 or 876-0882.
Dogtown Faire Presented by Magalia Community Church
The annual Faire has live music, (Scott Gates Band), live entertainment, (Kent Family Magic Show), craft booths, children’s games, auction & food. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Magalia Community Church, 13700 Skyway, Magalia. 8777963. 4th of July Parade & Music Festival Presented by the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce
Parade will take place on the 4th beginning at 10:30 a.m. along Skyway between Center Street and Birch Street in Paradise. The Music Festival takes place on the 4th at the Paradise Community Park located on Black Olive Drive near Pearson Road featuring a craft show, food and music entertainment. 877-9356 or visit www.paradisechamber.com.
July 11 CGA Gymkhana Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
July 19
August 22 CGA Gymkhana Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
September 2009 September 3 – 27 The Trip to Bountiful Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
Carrie Watts, an aging widow living with her son and daughter-in-law in a three-room flat in Houston, Texas, wants nothing more out of life than to return to her home town of Bountiful. She imagines that if she can get away and return to her old home, she is sure to regain her strength, dignity and peace of mind. Escaping from her family’s clutches, she boards a bus to Bountiful. A kindly sheriff sent to find her catches up with the old woman just 12 miles from Bountiful. Feeling sorry for her, he permits her to complete her journey, even though he knows full well that Bountiful is now a ghost town of empty ruins. It doesn't matter, though: Carrie sees Bountiful with her heart, just as it was when she left it. Tickets: Chico, The Vagabond Rose, 343-1110 or Paradise, Fir Street Gallery, 872-8889. 877-5760 or visit the website: www.totr.org
CSHA English/Western Show
September 12
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Mystery Dinner
Possible Loafer Creek Camp-out. 8734787 or 876-0882.
August 2009 August 8 CGA Gymkhana
Presented by the Paradise Ridge Senior Center
Held at 5:00 p.m. at the Paradise Ridge Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road, Paradise. 877-1733.
Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
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Come and visit our grounds, gardens and gazebo
We are a special district cemetery. A portion of the property taxes paid by the residents of Paradise go to partially support us. Therefore, we can offer very low cost burials for the people of Paradise and their families. There is another special district cemetery for the residents of the Upper Ridge. The care given to its cemetery is one of the portraits of a town. Here at Paradise Cemetery, the reverence for the heritage of those who have proceeded us is evident in the beauty of the cemetery. We have majestic flowering Japanese Cherry Trees, towering Pines, ornate Cedars, and elegant Camellias.
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The staff and trustees take personal pride in the appearance of the cemetery, and especially the services we provide with compassion and dignity. We have niches, as well as in ground burial plots. Our gazebo is now available for services. It was built over the creek in order to provide a soothing atmosphere for our families. We also offer memorial plaques to be placed on the pillars of the gazebo. We hope the residents of Paradise will share our pride and enthusiasm for the further beautification of the cemetery.
980 Elliott Road (530) 877-4493 www.paradisedirect.com/cemetery
Campgrounds & RV Parks Campgrounds EVERAL CAMPGROUNDS and camping sites may be found on the Upper Ridge area, especially above Inskip at Butte Meadows, Philbrook Lake and Snag Lake areas.
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Lime Saddle Campground, located on Pentz Road just north of the Lime Saddle Marina, has 50 campsites, 3 comfort stations, 2 ramada shelters, an RV dump site and pay phones. (530) 876-8516. In Paradise Pines is a private campground. There are 40 sites with a full bathroom facility. Located on Skyway, one mile past the post office. 14360 Skyway, Magalia. (530) 873-5263. Other campgrounds operated by the U.S. Forest Service in and around the Butte Meadows include: (For information call the Almanor Ranger District at 258-2141) Butte Meadows, off SR-32 and Humboldt Road. Fee, 12 tent/RV sites. Cherry Hill, 3 miles NE of Butte Meadows on Humboldt Road. Fee, 13 tent, 12 RV sites. West Branch, 12 miles N of Stirling City off Skyway, Humbug and Philbrook Road. Fee, 15 spaces. Lake Oroville, Call (530) 877-2414 or 1-800-444-7275 for camping information.
RV Parks Feather West Travel Trailer Park: (private) 20 spaces for overnighters. Six acres over looking the West Branch of the Feather River. Located at 3922 Pentz Road. Call (530) 877-9666 for information. Paradise Trailer Park: (private) 20 spaces, next to Kalico Kitchen, on Skyway. Located at 6154 Lucky John Road. Call (530) 877-6015 for information. continues next page Paradise Visitor Guide 35
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Pinecrest Mobile Home Park: (private) Mobile Home spaces and homes for rent or sale. Overnight RVs are welcome. Located at 5436 Clark Road. Call (530) 877-6805 for information. Pine Ridge Travel Trailer Park: (private) Hwy 70 to Pentz Road exit, 6 miles up on the right hand side. 5084 Pentz Road. Paved interior roads. Sites: 43 gravel, 20 ft. average site width, some shaded. 30 pull-thrus, 43 full hookups (30 & 50 amps), AC. Facility: Restrooms and showers, laundry. Call (530) 877-0677 for information. Quail Trails Village: (private) Suburban, grassy hills, from the junction of Hwy. 191 and Pearson Road. (South edge of town), E. 2.3 mi. on Pearson Road to Pentz Road, S. 1.5 mi. to park (East side). Paved interior roads. Sites: 20 RV sites, 16 ft. wide x 40’ average site width, some shaded, 19 pull-thrus, 20 full hookups (30 amps). Facility: Restrooms and showers, laundry. Recreation: Lake nearby. For more information call (530) 877-6581.
PLAYING IN PARADISE FOR 10 YEARS! ACCESSORIES for Modeling
MODEL TRAINS
ALL POPULAR SIZES
ON SITE RACE TRACK
Paradise Hobbiesand Raceway Plastic car, plane, boat kits
491 Pearson Road • 877-6447
Senior Center Thrift Store 488 Pearson Road Paradise, CA 95969 (530) 872-7297
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Cruisin’ Paradise Entertainment, fun and classic cars!! June 13, 2009
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RUISIN’ PARADISE is a team effort by the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, the Cruisin’ Classics Car Club and the Paradise Quota Club. Enjoy a car show of over 200 cars, a peddlers & antique faire, live music, barbeque, and a beer garden. The Cruisin’ Classics car show presents a special “cars of yesteryear” car show. Cars from throughout California will compete for bragging rights and trophies to be awarded during an afternoon ceremony. This show provides a unique opportunity to view classic cars that have been lovingly restored by their owners or have been converted to an exquisite work of art. The Quota Car show Club’s craft show features crafts at Performing by local artists, antiques and Arts Center collectables, and of course Classic Car themed merchandise. This is a chance for you and your family to enjoy great food, entertainment and cool cars on a beautiful Paradise Saturday in June. A good time is guaranteed.
Last year local favorites, The Revells, rocked out at the Sock Hop with dancing on the stage at the Paradise Performing Arts Center. Paradise Visitor Guide 37
Transportation Buses & Taxis Butte County Transit County-wide bus service, serves the communities of Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Palermo, Biggs and Gridley. BCT also runs a mini-bus between Paradise and Magalia/ Paradise Pines. Bike racks. Call (800) 822-8145 for time schedule, or check online BCT Bus Schedule.
North Valley Shuttle to Sacramento Airport
Paradise Taxi Taxi service, 876-3200. Includes grocery and package delivery.
Airports Paradise Airport The Paradise Airport has one 2,000 ft. unlit runway with 1,300 ft. overrun for light aircraft. It is located south of Paradise off lower Clark Road. Information, call 343-9600.
(530) 891-1219
Chico Municipal Airport
Paradise Express
Northeast Chico off Cohasset Road, approximately 35 minute drive from Paradise. Airport information, call 897-2259.
Transportation service for senior and disabled residents. 342-0221 www.Blinetransit.com
Homeownership Dreams begin here! Northern California Homes is available FREE at many convenient locations throughout Northern California
Northern California Homes 5399 Clark Rd., Paradise or call 876-3090 for more information www.northerncahomes.net A Paradise Post Publication 38 Paradise Visitor Guide
Hiking, Birding & Fishing Hiking Trails ... plenty of them! Butte County is blessed with a variety of hiking and nature trails. Remember, these are no smoking areas. Leave nothing, take nothing, obey all warning signs. And, whether alone or with someone, always let someone know where you are going and when to expect your return. Have a cellular telephone? Take it along.
Bille Park Hiking Trail Located on Bille Road, one mile west of Skyway. Bille Park dates back to 1907 when it was an olive and grape orchard. It has a rich history following several sales until 1966 when the property was purchased by the Paradise Recreation and Park District. Indian artifacts and dwelling caves were discovered at the site. The trail is .4 miles, one way. Sections of the trail to the canyon overlook are unimproved. Be safe, use caution.
Paradise Memorial Trail Way This trail is an old railroad right of way which goes the length of Paradise. It is approximately 5 miles, one way. Starting at Skyway and Neal Road, it takes an easy uphill climb to Skyway and Clark Road. The section between Fir Street and the end of the trail north is paved, about 4 miles. Bicycles are allowed, and there is cross traffic at various locations where the trail crosses major streets.
Fitness Improvement Trail The Feather River Hospital Fitness Improvement Trail begins across the parking lot of the Health Center. It is a 1.6 mile course with 14 exercise stations. From Skyway, take Pearson Road, crossing Clark Road, to Pentz Road, About 3 miles. Turn left on Pentz Road to the hospital.
Paradise Lake Trail A hiking trail which runs east around the lake to North Lake Road. Paradise Lake is 3 miles east of Skyway. From the Skyway, at the signal light in Magalia, take Coutolenc Road to Lucretia Road.
Coutolenc Park About 2 miles on Coutolenc Road off Skyway at the light in Magalia. The park is an unimproved area covering 320 acres. Several trails go down into the West Branch river canyon and to Hidden Falls. Take the dirt road marked with a sign for Paradise Bowhunters. Park near the archery range, the area known as Black Oak Flats and take the trail to Hidden Falls.
Butte Creek Trail Trail begins from Humbug Road on the south to De Sabla Powerhouse Road, north. continues next page Paradise Visitor Guide 39
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Upper Ridge Nature Preserve Trails The Upper Ridge Nature Preserve has two major trails and several connecting trails or scenic loops. Stop by the Paradise Pines Property Owners Association recreation village at 14211 Wycliff Way for up-todate map and trail access information. Take Creston Road off Skyway to Wycliff Way, about 1/2 mile.
Lower Trail The south end of the Lower Trail starts where the gravel section of Ponderosa Way crosses the bridge over Middle Butte Creek at an elevation of just over 1900 feet. From this point the trail follows as close to Middle Butte Creek as the terrain will permit to about 1/4 mile north of “Lil Falls” where it climbs up through a lava bed and intersects with the upper trail.
The Upper Trail Starts just north of 14452 Colter Way at the south end and runs generally north to Colter and Masterson Ways. The elevation at the south entrance is about 2500 feet and drops rapidly through several switchbacks to about 2300 feet. From this point the trail climbs very gradually to about 2450 feet where it exits on Colter Way.
The Flume Trail Starts at the lower end of Hupp’s Ditch, an abandoned flume, and follows this ditch to a point about 1/4 mile north of Lil Falls where it joins the Upper Trail. Access to the lower end of the flume trail can be reached from the Lane Court entrance or from the new trail which cuts off of the old Carnegie Trail and follows close the seasonal creek. This new trail provides a very gradual descent to the lower end of Hupp’s Ditch and is the more scenic of the two connecting trails. Entrance to the Carnegie Trail is located across from 14464 Carnegie Way. At about the mid-point of all trails you will find the “Lil Falls” interchange where all of the main trails join together. The elevation at Lil Falls is about 2100 feet and is one of the most beautiful spots in the Greenbelt. Plant identification signs have been placed on or near the best specimens of various plants found along the trails.
PG&E Flume Pathways The PG&E flumes that zig-zag along the Ridge provide pathways alongside. There are three major flumes in use. These are the Hendricks Canal, from the Feather River’s West Branch near Stirling City to the De Sabla powerhouse; the Miocene Canal, from the Feather River’s West Branch near Coutolenc Road to the Lime Saddle powerhouse where the water is discharged into the Lower Miocene Canal along Highway 70 to the Coal Canyon powerhouse; and one from Butte Creek below Butte Meadows which goes along the upper Butte Canyon to the De Sabla powerhouse. The paths are not policed, and can be dangerous. PG&E owns the right-of-way of these flumes and paths but much of them are on private property. Next to being fun places to hike, the flumes are rich in history. The Miocene Canal pathway is the most popular.Access via the trail behind the Feather River Hospital, which runs into the path where you’ll be able to stroll over 18-inch wide catwalks. These catwalks run directly over troughs of flowing water where there is no ground for a foot path, use caution. The trail is a healthy 7-mile hike. 40 Paradise Visitor Guide
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Note for Dog Owners Paradise has very strict leash laws, as does Butte County.Very few if any parks and trails allow pets. If you must bring your dog, be aware of regulations where you go to avoid being cited for a violation. The Paradise Memorial Trailway which extends the length of Paradise will allow dogs, leashed.You must also pick up after your pet. The Hiking Trails in Paradise Pines are open to dogs, again they must be leashed. Stop by the Paradise Pines Owners Association recreation office on Wycliff Way for a map of the trails. Dogs may be permitted in certain areas of Bidwell Park (in Chico) if leashed, and permitted in the Upper Bidwell Park area unleashed. Also, along the PG&E flume trails you may take your dog on leash.
Birding The bird tour... head east on Hwy. 70 to Pentz Road. Turn left and you are on your way to Paradise where you can view a variety of mountain bird species. You will pass the Lime Saddle Recreation Area of Lake Oroville on your right and travel approximately 10 miles up Pentz Road before it dead ends at Skyway. Turn right on Skyway towards Paradise Pines. The next stop is the Upper Ridge Nature Preserve. Take a left on Creston Road, off Skyway. Turn right on Ponderosa which will lead you into the Upper Ridge Nature Preserve. The Upper Ridge Nature Preserve is a 120-acre wilderness area consisting of several walking trails and scenic loops. On your walk, you are likely to spot bird species such as the Whitecrowned sparrow, Goldcrowned sparrow, European starling,American robin, Steller’s jay, bandtailed pigeon, and the northern flicker.The preserve is located on Bureau of Land Management property managed by the Upper Ridge Wilderness Area. For more information or trail guides, contact David Anderson at 530-873-1787.
Fishing Fishing locations in the area: • Kunkle Reservoir (Pentz Road a few miles south of Pearson) • Lime Saddle - Nelson Bar Area • Lake Oroville • Paradise Lake (by permit only, P.I.D.) Fishing year round in winter fishing area. Seasonal Fishing and boating allowed from last Saturday in April to November 15, in all area not posted off limits or no trespassing. Paradise Lake is a domestic water supply. Please help keep it clean. • West Branch Feather River • Philbrook Reservoir • Butte Creek • DeSabla Reservoir - on dam and east shore only • High Lakes (recommend 4 wheel drive - 15 miles North of Inskip) Courtesy of www.OnTheRidge.com Paradise Visitor Guide 41
Lake Oroville AKE OROVILLE is one of California’s recreational gems and was created by the Oroville Dam! Nestled in the Sierra Foothills, it is one California's largest and least developed lakes. The Dam was completed in 1968 and stands 770 feet high and is 6,920 feet long at the top. Quickly becoming known as the place to fish, Lake Oroville is recognized as one of the best bass fishing lakes in the Western United States and annually hosts one of the largest bass tournaments in the State of California. Anglers test their skills fishing for Spotted Bass, Chinook Salmon, Catfish and Rainbow Trout. There are two marinas that service Lake Oroville. Lake Oroville Marina located off Pentz Road and Bidwell Canyon Marina, off highway 162 in Oroville. Bidwell Canyon Marina has evolved to a full-service marina: everything from gasoline and groceries to telephone, bait and tackle. All year long the marina rents patio boats, jet skis, fishing boats, slips and buoys. Houseboats are available in a variety of models from cozy crafts that sleep 4, to the luxury models that sleep 10-12, and come complete with hot tubs, wet bars and all the amenities. Whether your plans call for arranging a large group vacation, or just taking the family out for a few days, our friendly experienced vacation planners will be glad to answer your house boating questions! Call us!
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Paradise Performing Arts Center By Carrie E. Marino-Ank HAT DO YOU CALL a group of people who want something for decades, and don’t stop until they get it? The Paradise Performing Arts Center Committee. A 30 year labor of love has become a reality. Finally, after many years a victorious Paradise Performing Arts Center committee hosted a gala opening for 800 people. On hand, was long-time supporter and current board member, Mary Ryan. Ryan remembers, “When we moved to Paradise in 1972, people were talking about needing an auditorium.” In 1978, the real work began, an ad-hoc committee was formed,” she said. Then, the practical matter of raising funds began.“We had a hundred dollar a plate dinner, we had rummage sales, the typical things you do to raise money. In 1979 we formed a non-profit corporation.” Very slowly, the efforts began to pay off. Though, Ryan admits, it was
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taking so long that it was difficult not to become a little discouraged occasionally. Ryan said, “I knew it was going to happen when we started, or I wouldn’t have stuck with it over the years,” Community support continued to build, and much of the $2.4 million total that was eventually raised by 1999, was helping the project build up steam. There was one large $250,000 anonymous gift, $50,000 from Paradise resident, Lois Kroh, and $25,000 from Long’s Drugs, and numerous other business and private supporters. By 1985, the actual structure was finally started. “The part that was visibly the most exciting, for me anyway,” Ryan said, “was when they put up the framework with those big cranes and huge pieces of Annual Taste of Home metal. That to me was really exciting.” Cooking School Between the scores of dedicated people who helped year after year, to the individuals and businesses that donated funds, the Paradise Performing Arts Center was completed, and opened to wide-eyed and impressed reviews in January 1999. The evening was a huge success, with almost 800 people in attendance. The Paradise Performing Arts Center is a tremendous asset to the Ridge, it was designed for everyone’s use. Today people from all over the Valley can enjoy the wonderful acoustics and theatrical technology of this world class performing arts center. A concert, a choir, a play will Home of the Northern be greatly enhanced by the state-of-theCalifornia Ballet art computerized digital sound system, it offers the latest technology available in the world of sound today. The auditorium seats 769 in plush, comfortable theater seats. Many bear the name of the person who donated the seat, or the name of a loved one, in whose memory it was donated. It may have been years in the building but it was well worth the wait. The auditorium has been coined the “Jewel of the Foothills”by one of the consultants working through the architect. Ryan feels It’s a very fitting name. “A jewel is something beautiful,” she said. “Something that stands out. If you would like a tour of the Paradise Performing Arts Center, call 872-8454, for an appointment. 44 Paradise Visitor Guide
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First weekend in October Fun, food, music and apples
PONSORED by the Chamber of Commerce, Johnny Appleseed Days is an annual tradition that people from all over the state come to enjoy. It’s a celebration steeped in history, as far back as the late 1800s that showcased the accomplishments of Ridge orchardists and agriculturalists. Admission is free to the two-day event which is held the first weekend in October at the Terry Ashe Recreation Park and the Veterans Memorial Hall on Skyway in the heart of downtown Paradise. Each year the fair features craft and Children’s Game Carnival food booths, and lots of great entertainment and demonstrations. Local businesses set up “Get-toknow-us” booths and game booths for the children. For those who like to get an early start on the celebration, the annual early-bird pancake breakfast is put on by the sheriff ’s department. Pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee are served up from 7 am to 11 am. The most anticipated part of the Johnny Appleseed Days festivities is the classic apple pie. Buy it by the slice — offered a la mode — or buy the whole pie. But get there early-they run out every year!
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Outdoor Recreation LAKE OROVILLE PARKS AND REC A State Recreation Area therefore all State of California parking and launching fees apply. With some 160 miles of shoreline you’ll find hiking trails, campsites and more. (530) 538-2200.
LAKE OROVILLE MARINA Offers a selection of houseboats, deck cruisers, powerboats and personal watercraft to rent, for satisfying your love of the outdoors. Services include: buoy & slip rentals, fuel dock & launch ramp, marina convenience store & snack bar. Campgrounds nearby. Located in the Lime Saddle Recreation Area at 3428 Pentz Road, Paradise. (530) 877-2414
HORSEBACK RIDING The Ridge has many great places to go horseback riding. What a great way to enjoy the scenery. Stabling facilities are available at: Doon Grade Ranch - 16101 Doon Grade, Magalia (530) 873-8132 Golden West Stables - 5747 Round Valley Ranch Road (530) 877-2431 High ’N Dry Farm - 3849 Silvera Court (530) 872-4454 Trails of Paradise Equestrian Center - 4791 Round Valley Ranch Road (530) 877-6632 Loafer Creek Equestrian Campground South end of Lake Oroville (530) 538-2200
BALL PARK & RIDING ARENA On Forest Service Road off Clark Road. There are two parks, a riding arena, and a summer Day Camp area.
GOLF If you enjoy golf, unwind and hit a few balls at: Lava Creek Golf Course 5325 Clark Rd (530) 872-4653. The course is 9 holes, 2,200 yards, driving range, Par 34.
Paradise Pines Golf Course, 13917 South Park Drive, (530) 873-1111. The course is 9 holes, 5,200 yards, Par 68, Rating 64.6
Tuscan Ridge Golf Club, the course is a 165 acre site 5 miles from highway 99 on Skyway (530) 343-3862. 18 holes, 7,000 yards, par 72, with multiple tee boxes, grass tee driving range.
BICYCLING, WALKING, JOGGING Paradise Memorial Trail Way Old railroad right of way which goes the length of Paradise, approximately 4 miles, one way. Starting at Skyway and Neal Road, it takes an easy uphill climb to Skyway and Clark Road. There is cross traffic at various locations where the trail crosses major streets.
TENNIS COURTS Paradise High School (Maxwell Drive) has lighted courts. Paradise Visitor Guide 47
Antique SHOPPING Treasures From Paradise An Eclectic Array of Antiques and Collectibles
872-4200
6051 Skyway, Paradise
Aunt Mabel’s General Store Fine Collectibles, Antiques, Furniture
872-7783
35 Pearson Rd., Paradise
Skyway Antique Mall Antiques & Collectibles
877-6503 6118 Skyway, Paradise
Jeannie’s Consignment Antiques, Good Used Furnishings, Estate Liquidations
877-6650 8670 Skyway
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September 12 & 13 CGA “Run for Cash” Show Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
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October 1 & 2 Johnny Appleseed Pie Baking Presented by the Paradise Ridge Senior Center
September 12 & 13
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Days of Living History
October 3 & 17
Presented by Gold Nugget Museum
Reliving 100 years of history on the ridge. Crafts, demonstrations, handson activities, food and fun. Held at the Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Road in Paradise, 872-8722.
CGA Gymkhana Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882.
October 3 & 4 Johnny Appleseed Days Presented by the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce
September 19 Oktoberfest
Authentic German food, dancing & live music. Sponsored by the Paradise Rotary International - Veterans Hall 877-7471
September 20 Fun Fashion Show & Luncheon Presented by the Cinderella’s Closet on the Ridge
Cinderella’s Closet on the Ridge presents their fifth annual Fun Fashion Show and luncheon. 1:00 p.m. Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road, Paradise. Mary Ellen at 877-2192
September 20 CSHA English/Western Show Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882
The Ridge’s annual fall festival celebrating “everything apple!” Foods, crafts, games, and entertainment. Terry Ashe Park and Veteran’s Memorial Hall, Skyway in Paradise. 877-9356 or visit www.paradisechamber.com.
Date TBA Taste of Home Cooking School
October - Sponsored by the Paradise Post and Taste of Home magazine. A cooking demo from dinner to dessert 877-4413.
October 18 Spaghetti Feed Presented by the Paradise Ridge Senior Center
Held at 1:00 p.m. at the Paradise Ridge Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road in Paradise, 877-1733
October 25 PHA Halloween Playday Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
Time 11-4 p.m. 873-4787 or 876-0882.
September TBA Brews & Blues
Music & barbeque at the Paradise Community Park - Sponsored by the Paradise Post and the Paradise Exchange Club
September 30 Johnny Appleseed Pie Baking Presented by the Paradise Ridge Senior Center
Held at 9:00 a.m. at the Paradise Ridge Senior Center located at 877 Nunneley Road in Paradise, 877-1733
October 31 Community Halloween Presented by Paradise Recreation & Park Dist.
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November 2009 November 1 Bazaar & Bake Sale Presented by Honey Run Covered Bridge Assn.
This benefit is for Honey Run Bridge. Crafts by local Artesian. 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Honey Run Road. Patrice or Carol at 876-8483.
November 5 – 22 Gilligan’s Island
November 7 CGA Gymkhana (raindate November 14th) Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
873-4787 or 876-0882
December 2009 December 5-6 Christmas Caroling on Horseback Presented by Paradise Horsemen’s Association
First weekend in December. 873-4787 or 876-0882
Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
Based on the classic TV sitcom about an unlikely group of characters washed up on a deserted island together after a 3-hour tour goes wrong, this musical “tale” has every-thing - comedy, heart, drama, nostalgia, and singable songs. Beginning with the theme song (selected the No.1 TV theme song of all time), these familiar shipwrecked characters endure all the natural disasters that befall them...hurricanes, quicksand, etc. as they learn to get along and survive. But their biggest challenge is the UFO and its Alien who monitors their behavior. By the end of the play, the castaways manage to defeat the extraterrestrial and save the entire planet while still staying marooned themselves. Tickets: Chico, The Vagabond Rose, 343-1110 or Paradise, Fir Street Gallery, 872-8889. 877-5760 or visit the website: www.totr.org
November TBA Holiday Preview in Paradise Presented by the Paradise Business Assn. & Antique/Collectibles Association
Merchants from the Paradise Business Association and Antique/Collectibles Association combine for three days of sales prices, Christmas music and snacks.A raffle will be conducted for a huge gift basket of Paradise merchandise and coupons. Customers get a free raffle ticket from each that visit. 872-2112 or 877-6503.
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Dec. 5 Christmas in Paradise
Santa’s arrival in Paradise, music, entertainment and tree lighting. Lighted Truck Parade too! Paradise Community Park. 872-6393.
December 6 Gilligan’s Island Presented by Theatre on the Ridge
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December 18-20 “The Nutcracker” Ballet
Enjoy this Christmas classic performed by the N o r t h e r n California Ballet. Friday and Saturday, 7:15 p.m. with matinees at 2:15 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. Paradise Performing Art Center, 777 Nunneley Road, Paradise. 872-8454.
December 24 Christmas Program
Hourly performances 4-9 pm Magalia Community Church, Old Skyway, Magalia, 877-7963.
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• Assisted living apartments • Retirement living cottages • Specially designed environment for memory care • Nutritious meals daily with vegetarian option • Community activity & social programs • Choice of support services • Care-Staff available 24 hours a day • On-site licensed nurse Paradise Visitor Guide 51
Chamber Members For information on becoming a Chamber member call Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, 877-9356.
Accountants Robert A. Gustafson, CPA 7076-A Skyway Paradise • 872-1000
LeGassick & Associates, Inc. 5898 Clark Road, Ste 1 Paradise • 877-9912
Acupuncturists Heavenly Herbs & Acupuncture 8093 Skyway Paradise • 877-7003
Skyway Antique Mall 6118 Skyway Paradise • 877-6503
Treasures From Paradise 6051 Skyway Paradise • 872-4200
Apartments Shadowbrook Apartments 1090 Shadowbrook Way Paradise • 872-1024
Art Galleries/ Supplies
Advertising AT&T Yellow Pages 11249 Gold County Blvd. #100 Gold River • (916) 852-3044
Bourbon Hill, LTD PO Box 462 Paradise • 872-8899
Buttons Plus 2279 Nord Avenue Chico • 345-6049
Stott Outdoor Advertising 13456 Browns Valley Drive Chico • 342-3235
Valley Yellow Pages Independence Circle Ste. 110 Chico • 896-8200
Antiques & Collectibles
Fir Street Gallery & Gifts 6256 Skyway Paradise • 872-8889
House of Color 700 Fir Street Paradise • 877-4637
Assisted Living Oak Knoll Senior Living 1007 Buschmann Road Paradise • 872-3344 Lic. #045001879
Sunshine Elder Care 1456 Sun Manor Paradise • 877-4463
Attorneys Atherton, Christian A. AAL
Attic Treasures Mall 7409 Skyway Paradise • 876-1541
Aunt Mabel’s General Store 35 Pearson Road Paradise • 872-7783
Jeannie’s Consignment 8672 Skyway Paradise • 877-6650 52 Paradise Visitor Guide
7448 Skyway Paradise • 877-6332
Baker, Thomas E. AAL 722 Fir Street Paradise • 872-3515
McKernan, Lanam, Bakke, & Williams, LLP 732 Fir Street Paradise • 877-4961
Chamber members Automotive Big O Tires 5995 Skyway Paradise • 872-1385
Hal’s Honey Run Automotive 7406 Skyway Paradise • 877-0660
Hobbie Auto Center 1250 Oro Dam Blvd. Oroville • 533-4626
John Hair’s Auto Sales 8200 Skyway Paradise • 872-0500
Les Schwab Tire Center
Mary Kay Cosmetics Gail Holmes 14227 Decatur Drive Magalia • 873-0152
Paradise Skin Care, Salon & Day Spa 5898 Clark Road, Ste. 4 Paradise • 872-4503
Bed & Breakfast Chapelle de L’Artiste Chateau & Retreat 215 Wayland Road Paradise • 228-0941
6308 Skyway Paradise • 877-2424
Pearson Road Collision Repair 119 Pearson Road Paradise • 872-5627
Sovereign Engineering Off Road Center 8935 Skyway Paradise • 872-6676
Bicycles The Bicycle Shop 6133 Skyway Paradise • 872-9363
Blood Bank/Center Blood Source 555 Rio Lindo Ave. Chico • 893-5433
Bowling
Banks Bank of the West 6405 Clark Road Paradise • 877-8891
Sierra Central Credit Union 5175 Skyway Paradise • 872-7749
Tri Counties Bank 6848-Q Skyway Paradise • 872-2992
Washington Mutual 6669 Clark Road Paradise • 1-800-788-7000
Wells Fargo Bank 6930 Skyway Paradise • 872-0813
Beauty Care Dream Makers 5420-C Clark Road Paradise • 872-4247
Mary Kay CosmeticsAnn Fry 6087 Vista Knolls Drive Paradise • 877-5290
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Tall Pines Entertainment 5445 Clark Road Paradise • 872-2695
Business Counseling/Services Gitman & Associates 5542 Clark Road Paradise • 872-0948
SCORE 1324 Mangrove #114 Chico • 872-3912
Business & Economic Development Tri County Economic Development Corp. 3120 Cohasset Rd., Suite 5 Chico • 893-8732
Candies CocoAmatrice Artisan Chocolates 6345 Skyway Paradise • 872-2922 Paradise Visitor Guide 53
Chamber members Darlene’s Fine Chocolates 6014-D Clark Road Paradise • 872-8434
Joy Lyn’s Candies 1183 Bille Road Paradise • 872-9167
Candle Makers HeavenScent Candles, Gifts & More 5878 Clark Road Paradise • 877-2900
Carpet & Rugs Dick’s Floor Covering 5833 Skyway Paradise • 877-5019
Floors Unlimited 8165 Skyway Paradise • 876-1282
Cellular Service & Equipment Verizon Wireless @ Sierra Tech Computers 6390 Clark Road, Ste A Paradise • 877-8123
Cemeteries Paradise Cemetery Dist 980 Elliott Road Paradise • 877-4493
Skyway Memorial Park 13686 Old Skyway Magalia • 876-8000
Check Cashing A-1 Check Cashing 6451 Skyway Paradise • 872-7500
Chiropractic Peak Health Chiropractic 6002-A Clark Road Paradise • 876-8484
Christmas Trees Mountain View Trees 1986 Mountain View Dr. Paradise • 872-0165 54 Paradise Visitor Guide
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Craig Memorial Congregational Church 5665 Scottwood Rd. Paradise 877-3254
First Baptist Church 6500 Clark Road Paradise • 877-3532
First Christian Church 5738 Pentz Road Paradise • 877-9923
Our Savior Lutheran Church 6404 Pentz Road Paradise • 877-7321
Paradise Alliance Church 6491 Clark Road Paradise • 877-7069
Paradise Church of Christ 1181 Pearson Road Paradise • 877-7479
Paradise Church of Religious Science 789 Bille Road Paradise • 877-5673
Paradise Lutheran Church 780 Luther Drive Paradise • 877-3549
Paradise United Methodist Church 6722 Clark Road Paradise • 877-5989
City Government Paradise Town Hall 5555 Skyway Paradise • 872-6291
Clothing Back at the Ranch 6194 Skyway Paradise • 877-4461
Buttons & Bows Inc./ B&B Tuxedo’s 6200 Clark Rd. Suite C Paradise • 877-8151
Clubs & Non Profit Organizations American Cancer Society 754 Mangrove Ave. Chico • 872-2674
Chamber members Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butte County 358 E. 6th Street/P.O. Box 7222 Chico • 343-8407
Blood Source 555 Rio Lindo Ave. Chico • 893-5433
BNI Business Networking on the Ridge 145 Pearson Road Paradise • 877-6262
Boys & Girls Club of the North Valley 6241 Skyway Paradise • 872-3662
Butte College Small Business Development Center 19 Williamsburg Lane Chico • 895-9017
California Vocations, Inc. 1620 Cypress Lane/P.O. Box 538 Paradise • 877-4146
Care Net of Paradise 6189 Clark Road Paradise • 876-1113
Feather River Health Foundation P.O. Box 1466 Paradise • 872-7166
Gold Nugget Museum 502 Pearson Road Paradise • 872-8722
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of No. Calif. 3209 Esplanade Chico • 879-0182
Letip of Paradise 205 Pearson Road Paradise • 877-8881
Made In Paradise 7323-A Skyway Paradise • 872-3296
Paradise Art Center 5564 Almond Street Paradise • 877-7402
Paradise Business & Professional Lions Club P.O. Box 1929 Paradise • 876-3309
Paradise Business Association 692 Meyers Lane Paradise • 872-2112
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Paradise Center For Tolerance & Non-violence 6023 Skyway Paradise • 877-1856
Paradise Community Chorus P.O. Box 1043 Magalia • 873-4154
Paradise Community Foundation 6249 Skyway/P.O. Box 2095 Paradise • 876-8033
Paradise Garden Club P.O. Box 1246 Paradise • 872-7771
Paradise Gem and Mineral Club P.O. Box 692 Paradise • 872-1846
Paradise Horseman's Association P.O. Box 672 Paradise • 873-4787
Paradise Pines Property Owners Association 14211 Wycliff Way Magalia • 873-1114
Paradise Pines Women’s Club P.O. Box 873 Magalia • 877-6913
Paradise Preschool 6722 Clark Road Paradise • 877-8155
Paradise Ridge Democratic Club P.O. Box 1311 Paradise • 519-6038
Paradise Ridge Senior Center 877 Nunneley Paradise • 877-1733
Paradise Rod & Gun Club, Inc. P.O. Box 1081 Paradise • 877-1345
Paradise Rotary Club P.O. Box 820 Paradise • 877-6309
Paradise Symphony Society, Inc. P.O. Box 1892 Paradise • 877-8042
Private Industry Council of Butte County 202 Mara Loma Drive Oroville • 538-6798 Paradise Visitor Guide 55
Chamber members Quota Club International of Paradise P.O. Box 621 Paradise • 877-8721
Ridge Quilters P.O. Box 1668 Paradise • 872-1622
Sons of Italy P.O. Box 603 Paradise, CA 95967 877-9937
Table Mountain Lodge No. 124, F. &A.M. 5934 Clark Road/PO Box 212 Paradise • 877-7852
The Exchange Club of Paradise P.O. Box 573 Paradise • 873-2687
The Salvation Army P.O. Box 663 Paradise • 872-1534
Topcats on the Ridge, Inc. P.O. Box 2281 Paradise • 872-8112
Tri County Economic Development Corp. 3120 Cohasset Rd., Suite 5 Chico • 893-8732
United Way of Butte-Glenn Counties P.O. Box 3829 Chico • 342-7898
Valley Oak Children’s Services 287 Rio Lindo Ave. Chico • 895-3572
Youth For Change 7200 Skyway Paradise • 877-1965
Coffee Shops Coffee’s On 6344 Skyway, Paradise • 877-7578 6653-B Clark, Paradise • 877-9578 ‘
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Commercial Cleaning A-1 Commercial Cleaning 13571 South Park Drive Magalia • 873-2097
Computer Services Sierra Tech Computers 6390 Clark Road Paradise • 877-8123
Tech Guys, Inc. 6148 Center Street Paradise • 872-0707
Construction C & C Roofing 14796 Nimshew Magalia • 873-0744
Mark Seufert Construction 932 Wagstaff Road/P.O. Box 188 Paradise • 520-3718
Copy Services PIP Printing 597-B Pearson Road Paradise • 877-7471
Post Net 6038-A Clark Road Paradise • 872-8554
Costumes Kitty’s Costume Designs 774 Birch Street Paradise • 774-3388
Dance Instruction Donn Thomson Square Dance Caller 5888 Oakmore Drive Paradise • 872-1962
Dentists Harvey D. Parrott, DDS 5975 Almond Street Paradise • 877-2313
W. Ron Wilson, DDS 7070 Skyway Paradise • 877-7661
Disabled Services Work Training Center for the Handicapped 1080 Ewald Court Paradise • 877-1366
Chamber members Dry Cleaning Services The Cleaning Connection 6032-A Clark Road Paradise • 877-8678
Employment Services Anderson & Associates, Inc. 383 A Connors Court Chico • 891-1955
Gitman & Associates 693 Fir Street Paradise • 872-0948
Engineers Civil & Structural Wegener Engineering Group 6402 Skyway Paradise • 877-4049
Equipment Rentals Ace Rentals 5810 Clark Road Paradise • 877-4519
Feed Store Skyway Feed & Pet Supply 5990 Foster Road Paradise • 877-1019
Whisker Pines Pet Food 14122 Skyway Magalia • 873-7099
Financial Planners Robert B. Anderson, CFP 7054 Skyway Paradise • 877-4111
Buzzard, Donna - RJFS, Financial Advisor 6848-Q Skyway Paradise • 332-2323
Raymond James Financial 6707 Clark Road Paradise • 872-9400
Frank Maynard and Ass. 7030-B Skyway Paradise • 877-1772
Floor Covering Dick’s Floor Covering 5833 Skyway Paradise • 877-5019
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Floors Unlimited 8165 Skyway Paradise • 876-1282
Florists The Country Touch 6002 Clark Road #C Paradise • 877-0261
Fuller’s Flowers 6848 D Skyway Paradise • 877-7646
Food Stores Holiday Quality Foods 6848-L Skyway Paradise • 877-7621
Paradise Grocery Outlet 6026 Clark Road, Suite A Paradise • 876-9687
Safeway Inc. 6020 Clark Road Paradise • 877-7923
Frame Shops House of Color 700 Fir Street Paradise • 877-4637
Victorian Lady 9189 Skyway Paradise • 966-5634
Fruit Growers & Shippers Noble Orchard Co. 7050 Skyway Paradise • 877-4784
Furniture/ Home Furnishings The Best Choice Quality Pre-Owned Furnishings and Estate Items 795 Elliott Road Paradise • 876-0111
Garbage Collection Norcal Waste Systems of Butte County, Inc 2720 South Fifth Ave. Oroville • 533-5868 Paradise Visitor Guide 57
Chamber members Northern Recycling & Waste Services 920 American Way Paradise • 876-3340
Waste Management 2569 Scott Ave. Chico • 877-2777
Gas/Propane Fastrip Food Store No. 47-909 9190 Skyway Paradise • 876-0600
Reliance Propane 5311 Skyway Paradise • 872-7740
Gas Stoves
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Hardware Store Thomas Ace Hardware 5720 Clark Road Paradise • 877-4442
Health/Nutrition Country Harvest 7126 Skyway, Suite F Paradise • 877-1472
Herbalife Ind. Dist. 265 Roe Road Paradise • 872-2078
Nature’s Pantry 6008-D Clark Road Paradise • 872-0549
Health Clubs/Gyms Frank’s Air Conditioning & Heating 5655 Almond Street Paradise • 877-8881
Gift Baskets Ceilidh (Ka-lee) Baskets 5571 Woodsmuir Lane Paradise • 877-1066
Howdy! Welcome Program 6240 Clark Road, Ste. A Paradise • 876-8891
Gift Stores Fir Street Gallery & Gifts 6256 Skyway Paradise 872-8889
House of Color 700 Fir Street Paradise • 877-4637
Glass Sales & Service Andy’s Bullseye Repair 5535 Garden View Lane Paradise • 877-7387
Miller Glass, Inc. 5999 Foster Road Paradise • 877-9300
Golf Courses Lava Creek Golf Course 5325 Clark Road Paradise • 872-4653
Tuscan Ridge Golf Course 3100 Skyway Paradise • 624-7006 58 Paradise Visitor Guide
Beyond Fitness 7224 Skyway Paradise, CA • 877-7500
Curves 6848-G Skyway Paradise • 877-8300
Fit One Athletic Club 6854 Pentz Road Paradise • 872-2232
Health Spas Dream Makers/Saving Face 5420-C Clark Road Paradise • 872-4247
Paradise Skin Care Salon & Day Spa 5898 Clark Road #4 Paradise • 872-4503
Serenity Day Spa 7078 Skyway Paradise • 876-9672
Hearing Aid Center Paradise Hearing & Balance Center 5500 Clark Road Paradise • 872-5500
Heating & Air Del Johnson AC & Heating 1147 Wagstaff Road Paradise • 877-4564
Frank’s Air Conditioning & Heating 5655 Almond Street Paradise • 877-8881
Chamber members Hobby Stores Paradise Hobbies 491 Pearson Road Paradise • 877-6447
Home/Garden Accents Garden Whimseys 9220 Skyway Paradise • 876-0256
Ice Cream Baskin Robbins 6616-G Clark Road Paradise • 872-0310
Industrial Controls Compac Engineering, Inc. 1111 Noffsinger Lane Paradise • 872-2044
Insurance Allstate Insurance/ Ken Baker 5498 Skyway, Suite A Paradise • 872-4644
Calif. State Auto Assn. 6332 Clark Road Paradise • 872-2236
Farmers Insurance Group 5778 Clark Road Paradise • 877-7656
InterWest Insurance Services, Inc. 1357 E. Lassen Ave #100 Chico • 895-1010
Nevin & Witt Insurance 6848 H Skyway Paradise • 872-0111
Sierra West Insurance Service P.O. Box 1960 Paradise • 872-1121
Titus-Leavitt Insurance 5550 Skyway, Suite D Paradise • 872-5555
Younger & Associates Insurance & Financial 6621 Clark Road Paradise • 872-8000
International Studies China Ventures West P.O. Box 3307 Paradise • 877-7769
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Landscape Services Randy Bellucci’s Landscaping 1900-12 Oro Dam Blvd. Ste. 237 Oroville • 774-6489
Lodging Comfort Inn 5475 Clark Road Paradise • 876-0191
Lantern Inn 5799 Wildwood Lane Paradise • 877-5553
Paradise Inn 5423 Skyway Paradise • 877-2127
Paulson’s Motel 6445 Pentz Road Paradise • 877-2379
Ponderosa Gardens Motel Inc. 7010 Skyway Paradise • 872-9094
Marinas Lake Oroville Marina 3428 Pentz Road Paradise • 877-2883
Massage Therapy Deborah Jones, CMT 6137 Skyway Paradise • 570-9544
Palms of Paradise Therapeutic Massage 5757 Almond St. Paradise • 877-7256
Media Deer Creek Broadcasting, LLC 2654 Cramer Lane Chico • 345-0021
Great Adventures Pub. Co. 2057 Mitchell Avenue Oroville • 533-2170
Radio Chico 1459 Humboldt Road Chico • 899-3600
Medical Feather River Hospital 5974 Pentz Road Paradise • 877-9361 Paradise Visitor Guide 59
Chamber members Dean Hadley, MD 6283 Clark Road #3 Paradise • 872-0220
Immediate Care Medical Center 5875 Clark Road Paradise • 877-5433
Paradise Medical Group 7056 B Skyway Paradise • 872-6650
Medical Mobility Equipment Hometown Mobility & Lift 4047 Neal Road #3 Paradise • 877-58081
Mobile Home Parks Pine Ridge Travel Trailer Park 5084 Pentz Road Paradise • 877-0677
Pinecrest Mobile Home Park 1590 Young Avenue Paradise • 877-4351
Quail Trails Village 5110 Pentz Road Paradise • 877-6581
Mortgage Companies Access Real Estate Lending P.O. Box 1989 Paradise • 877-5123
American Pacific Mortgage 6200 Clark Road, Suite A Paradise • 877-9464
Choice One Funding 1833 Dean Road Paradise • 877-9700
Countrywide Home Loans 110 Mission Ranch Blvd. Chico • 897-6070
Gold Country Lenders, Inc. 7080-B Skyway Paradise • 877-3455
Pacific Mortgage Consultants 1657 Lighty Lane Paradise • 872-3101
Mortuaries Newton-Bracewell Cremation & Funeral Services 14130-B Skyway Magalia • 873-7602 60 Paradise Visitor Guide
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Paradise Chapel of the Pines 5691 Almond Street Paradise • 877-4991
Rose Chapel, FD899 6382 Clark Road Paradise • 877-4923
Movie Theaters Paradise Cinema 7 6701 Clark Road Paradise • 872-7800
Moving Services Two Men and a Truck 249 W. 8th Ave. Chico • 895-8871
Music Instruction Frank Dodini, Voice & Music Instruction 7060 Skyway Paradise • 872-4250
Newspapers Chico Enterprise Record 6414 Skyway Paradise • 877-7210
Chico News & Review 353 E. 2nd Street Chico • 894-2300
Paradise Post 5399 Clark Road Paradise • 877-4413
Notary Services Coldwell Banker/Jo Miller 7020 Skyway Paradise • 872-5440
Nurseries Paradise Garden Center 5557 Clark Road Paradise • 877-5678
Office Equipment/ Repair/Supplies Advanced Document Concepts 702 Nord Ave. Chico • 893-8711
Carolyn’s Office Products 450 Pearson Road Paradise • 877-8806
Chamber members Ray Morgan Company 3131 Esplanade Chico • 343-6065
Stationers Hallmark Shop 6626-A Clark Road Paradise • 877-0568
Optometrists
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PIP Printing & Document Services 597-B Pearson Road Paradise • 877-7471
Wilson Printing Company 816 Elliott Road Paradise • 877-8721
Property Management Robert DiPietro, OD 6585 Clark Road, Suite # 400 Paradise • 877-2250
CB Properties 5848 Skyway Suite #1 Paradise • 877-8400
Packaging/Shipping The UPS Store 6616 Clark Road, Suite D Paradise • 876-9053
Painters & Supplies Corlin Paint 6032-E Clark Road Paradise • 872-7095
Powell Painting, Inc. 6090 Lucky John Road Paradise • 877-2862
Performing Arts Paradise Performing Arts Center 777 Nunneley Paradise • 872-8454
Theatre on the Ridge 3735 Neal Road Paradise • 877-5760
Pharmacies/ Photo Finishing Rite Aid – Magalia 14115 Lakeridge Circle Magalia • 873-0800
Physical Therapy Ridge Physical Therapy & Wellness Center 5537 Black Olive Drive Paradise • 877-7744
Printers & Signs Graphic Impressions 7654-B Skyway Paradise • 877-7430
Paradise Printing Co. 657 Pearson Road Paradise • 872-7840
Psychologists/Counseling Paradise Center For Healthy Living 5913 Clark Road, Ste. C Paradise • 872-4325
Quilts - Retail Morning Star Quilts 43 Pearson Road Paradise • 876-3243
Real Estate Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc. 5350 Skyway Paradise • 872-6805 Abbie Rumminger • 873-6168
Coldwell Banker Ponderosa Real Estate 7020 Skyway Paradise • 877-5449 Lynn Franklin • 872-5435 Cindy Haskett • 872-5419 Jo Miller • 872-5440
Coldwell Banker/ Steve Williams Team 7030 Skyway Paradise • 872-5444
Paradise Ass. of Realtors 6178 Center Street Paradise • 877-7626
Re/Max of Paradise 6635 Clark Road Paradise • 872-5880
Real Estate Professionals 205 Pearson Road Paradise • 872-1600 Diana DeSpain • 876-3307 Sean Ballard • 876-3305 Paradise Visitor Guide 61
Chamber members United Country Real Estate 5420 Skyway Paradise • 877-1791
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Smokie Mountain Steakhouse & Lounge 7639 Skyway Paradise • 872-3323
Recycling Services Northern Recycling & Waste Services 920 American Way Paradise • 876-3340
Waste Management 2569 Scott Ave. Chico • 877-2777
Restaurants Asian Garden Restaurant 5225 Skyway Paradise • 872-8384
Burger King 7300 Skyway Paradise • 872-1426
Canteena 6067 Skyway Paradise • 877-5215
Casa De Paradiso 5667 Clark Rd. Paradise • 877-4107
Comeback Diner, The 6053 Clark Road Paradise • 877-9466
Cozy Diner of Paradise 6371 Skyway Paradise • 872-7008
Fosters Freeze 646 Pearson Road Paradise • 877-3180
Happy Garden Chinese Restaurant 7188 Skyway Paradise • 877-4168
Italian Garden 6929 Skyway Paradise • 876-9988
Retail - Specialty Trailhead Adventures, LLC 6265 Skyway Paradise • 877-6876
Retirement Living Feather River Canyon Retirement Residence 5900 Canyon View Drive Paradise • 877-2207
Oak Knoll Senior Living 1007 Buschmann Road Paradise • 872-3344
Roofing C & C Roofing 14796 Nimshew Magalia • 873-0744
Schools Achieve Charter School 771 Elliott Road Paradise • 872-4100
Butte College Small Business Development Ctr. 19 Williamsburg Lane Chico • 895-9017
Paradise Adventist Academy 5699 Academy Drive Paradise • 877-6540
Paradise Preschool 6722 Clark Road Paradise • 877-8155
Paradise Unified School District 6696 Clark Road Paradise • 872-6400
Scrapbooks
Izzy’s Burger Spa/ Paradise 460 Pearson Road Paradise • 872-1266
Kalico Kitchen 7099 Skyway Paradise • 877-1255
La Comida 6155 Skyway Paradise • 877-5246 62 Paradise Visitor Guide
Paradise Scrapbook Boutique 6539 Skyway Paradise • 876-8037
Sr. Citizens Center Paradise Ridge Senior Center 877 Nunneley Paradise • 877-1733
Chamber members Septic Services Dobrich Septic Service PO Box 1681 Magalia • 873-0199
Shoes City Shoes 6268 Skyway Paradise • 877-4969
Social Services Catalyst Domestic Violence Services 330 Wall Street, Ste. #40 Chico • 343-7711
Paradise Strive Center 6626 Skyway Paradise • 877-2023
Valley Oak Children’s Services 287 Rio Lindo Ave. Chico • 895-3572
Sound System Rentals John Senior Sound 5082 Warnke Drive Paradise • 877-1764
Souvenirs/T-Shirts Yowzers 5610 Skyway Paradise • 872-9500
Sporting Goods Ridge Sports & Screen Print 5370 Skyway Paradise • 872-8276
Trailhead Adventures, LLC 6265 Skyway Paradise • 877-6876
Sports Bar & Grill Canteena 6067 Skyway Paradise • 877-5215
Stained Glass Creative Glass Carving 6256 Skyway Paradise • 872-8889
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Storage - Self Service A-1 U-Lock Self Storage 5792 Clark Road Paradise • 877-6200
American Self-Storage 9100 Skyway Paradise • 872-1219
Five Star Mini Storage 5821 Clark Road Paradise • 876-9999
Tax Service Mobile Tax America PO Box 3374 Paradise • 872-2162
Taxi Service Paradise Taxi II 5552 Clark Road Paradise • 876-3200
Title Company Bidwell Title & Escrow Co. 145 Pearson Road Paradise • 877-6262
Fidelity National Title Co. 6141 Center Street Paradise • 877-6268
Mid Valley Title & Escrow Co. 7084 Skyway Paradise • 877-4471
Travel Agencies & Bureaus California State Auto Association 6332 Clark Road Paradise • 872-2236
Paradise Travel 6545 Skyway Bldg. #1, Ste. B Paradise • 872-0285
Vacations In Paradise PO Box 1976 Paradise • 873-0101
Tree Farm Mountain View Trees 1986 Mountain View Drive Paradise • 872-0165 Paradise Visitor Guide 63
Chamber members Tree Service Mike Goggia Tree Service PO Box 1112 Magalia • 873-9754
Sierra Tree Care 386 Valley View Drive Paradise • 872-7875
Truck-Renting & Leasing Ace Rentals 5810 Clark Road Paradise • 877-4519
Tuxedos Buttons & Bows/B&B Tuxedos 6200 Clark Rd. Suite C Paradise • 877-8151
Veterinary Hospitals Clark Road Animal Hospital 5799 Clark Road Paradise • 872-5111
Whispering Pines Pet Clinic 14632 Skyway Magalia • 873-1136
Video Production/ Taping New Vision Media P.O. Box 6148 Chico • 873-0636
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Paradise Video 5954 Clark Road Paradise • 872-3279
Vineyards Grey Fox Vineyard 90 Grey Fox Lane Oroville • 589-3920
Water Companies Del Oro Water Company 14147 Lakeridge Magalia 873-0377
Paradise Irrigation District P.O. Box 2409 Paradise 877-4971
Welcome Services Howdy! Welcome Program 6240 Clark Road, Ste. A Paradise • 876-8891
Welcome Wagon 1592 Shady Glen Court Chico • 513-2354
Yarn Supplies Knit Wits 6311 Skyway Paradise • 877-9276 *** For information on becoming a Chamber member call Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, 877-9356.
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