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North State Parent Volume 22 - Issue 7 April 2015

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CONTENTS 6 The Will Rogers Follies: A Life in Revue 8 7 Signs You Might Actually Be a Tree Hugger and How to Get There If You're a "Wanna-be" By Alexa Bigwarfe

12 When Toddlers Say No! By Christa Melnyk Hines 14 Localicious 9 Simple Steps for Optimum Health & Wellness By Michelle Cave

10 The Gateway Science Museum – Building a Bridge Between the Community, Education & Nature

15 Understanding Your Child's Temperament By Carolyn Warnemuende

21 Childcare Directory 22 The Baby Brain-Language Connection – Neuroscience Peeks in on the Beginnings of Speech and Vocabulary By Malia Jacobson

19 Bringing Home Baby – How a Postpartum Doula Can Help By Christa Melnyk Hines

24 Sibshops – Support for Siblings of Children with Diverse Abilities By Joan Goodreau

20 From the Mouths of Babes Cartoon By Jerry King

26 Going Places Family Events Calendar

DEAR READERS

O On the Cover: Oliver Lewis, age 1, shares happiness in his smile! He and his family enjoy music together, and love sharing time outdoors walking, swimming and playing at nearby parks. Photography: Photographer Jamie Solorio loves photographing people and reflecting the true connections between them. Her subjects include engagements, weddings, and portraits of seniors, newborns, toddlers and families. Based in Redding, CA, Jamie is sometimes available for photo shoots outside Shasta County. Contact her at www.JamieSolorioPhotography.com or (530) 355-5272.

17 Tips for Helping Your Child Master Math, Including Fun Ways You Can Learn Together By Truely Hutchinson

ur fantastic Going Places monthly family calendar section includes plenty of Earth Day, Week of the Young Child, and springtime festivities that are lovely opportunities to enjoy with your family. Many are free or very low cost to attend … we are grateful that our communities see the value in serving families in this way! Celebrating Earth Day (April 22) with your children just makes good sense. Teaching children how to be good stewards, including spending time together preserving our wonderful North State surroundings, can make a lasting impression. Being conscious about the foods we feed our children, how and where food is grown, and what we do with the waste afterwards are all important aspects of a cycle of life. We teach by doing, by being examples, in turn benefiting not only ourselves and our own families, but our communities and beyond.

Small changes like creating a worm bin for composting kitchen scraps can seem insignificant but is worth the effort and offers so much learning. With spring in the air, there are farms to visit with our children to meet baby animals. One of my favorite farm activities is collecting fresh eggs with children as they learn to be gentle and aware. If not, PLOP goes the egg in a messy learning experience about what to do next time! Happy spring!

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A direct connection of where eggs come from, along with an understanding of the beauty and diversity of the varied colors and sizes of eggs, truly happens when you get close to the source, as demonstrated by 9-year-old Riley Harton-Greener in this photo taken by Audrianna Thompson.

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on’t miss CSU, Chico’s spring production of the Tony award-winning Broadway classic, The Will Rogers Follies: A Life in Revue, celebrating the life of superstar Will Rogers in a song and dance spectacular that’s sure to be a treat for the whole family. This high-energy musical follows the story of Rogers’ life and journey to fame and stardom after leaving home to be a young cowboy performer. “In the early 20th century Will Rogers was one of the biggest celebrities in the world,” says the show’s director Tim McDonald. “He was the first person to conquer all media - stage, film and radio.” And conquer he did. Rogers became a Broadway & film star, humorist, author, radio personality and social commentator. He held a place in the hearts of Americans and in the 1920s and 1930s became our first national "personality."

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“What's great about the show is that it tells Will's life story through the lens of the Ziegfeld Follies,” says McDonald. The Follies were lavish revues combining comedy, music and dance on a grand scale. “Think of a Vegas show featuring gorgeous gals and guys and extravagant costumes, singing, dancing and doing special tricks – that's what the Ziegfeld Follies were,” explains McDonald. “Sort of the Cirque Du Soleil of their time.” The production features some of CSU, Chico’s most talented theatre students, including Eric Dobson as Will Rogers, Xander Ritchey as Clem, Lauren Sutton-Beattie as Betty Blake, Katie Thornton as Ziedfeld’s favorite chorus girl, and Owen Hansen as Wiley Post. McDonald is the founder and CEO of iTheatrics and a 2010 CSU, Chico Distinguished Alumni. He’s

been traveling between Chico and his home in New York to direct the show, which he sees as a unique opportunity: “I started directing musicals in the early 1990s in Chico. Being invited to direct The Will Rogers Follies in 2015 is as close to time travel as I think I’ll ever get – I’m proving that you can go back to the future. Everyone at CSU, Chico has welcomed me back with open arms.” Audiences can expect truly over-the-top entertainment, including huge production numbers, a 16-piece orchestra on stage, amazing costumes, and cowboy rope tricks taught by one of the world’s best ropers, all telling the story of one of the 20th century’s most beloved figures. Prepare to be amazed! Ó

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By Alexa Bigwarfe

7 Signs You Might Actually Be a Tree Hugger and How to Get There If You're a "Wanna-be"

guess it's time for me to admit that I'm a tree hugger. Not the kind that would chain myself to a tree or live in a tree in protest, but the kind that truly does care about my environment, and even more importantly, the effect that we are having on our children and their children's world. I've started educating myself about the impact that we are having on our environment and the impact that our environment is having on us, and I have found some pretty scary information. This is my list of seven things that designate me as "crunchy" and are easy things for you to implement if you want to be too!

7. You host Earth Day themed playdates (and not always around Earth Day!) Yep. I sure did. And I'll do it again because it was a fun, engaging and easy way to teach kids about the importance of greener living. Even toddlers were able to participate. We made recycled plant pots, planted seeds, and crafted this really cute HandPrint Earth. Of course, the kids really enjoyed playing in the dirt.

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6. You almost cry when you throw away something that can be recycled

I know. That sounds absolutely pathetic. But it is true that it physically pains me to throw away something that I know can be recycled. I have even been known to dig cans and bottles out of our garbage. OK, not DIG per se, but if they're sitting on top I'll pull them out. I just cannot stand the thought of contributing more to the landfills when an item can be re-used.

5. On that note, you collect all of your "recyclable garbage" to send to organizations like Terracyle Yes, I have a huge bin in my garage for all of those "could be recycled" items that the local recycling program will not take. Diaper and wipes packaging, individual juice wrappers, chip and candy bags, fruit pouches and so forth. We use a lot of these items, despite our efforts to cut back. But organizations like Terracyle (www.terracycle.com) will pay for you to ship them your hard-to-recycle products and they give you points in return. It's a great program. 9

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• Environmental Working Group: www.ewg.org • Recycle "Good Stuff": www.freecycle.org • Tips for waste-free lunches: www.wastefreelunches.org and www.globalstewards.org/lunch.htm • TerraCycle Inc.: www.terracycle.com • Tree Hugger: www.treehugger.com 4. You spend $100 to outfit your children with brightly colored container lunchboxes Bento and similar lunch boxes are cool and fun, but they are also sustainable. Because they are divided into multi-sized containers, the need for sending multiple Ziploc bags or buying prepackaged individual-sized items is reduced. You might be surprised to know that on average, the typical American schoolage child generates 67 pounds of school lunch packaging waste each year. That results in more than 18,000 pounds for an average-sized elementary school and 1.2 billion pounds of waste across the nation. Since I began thinking about this, I decided I’m done buying individually wrapped snacks when I can save money and the environment by eliminating them from our lunches. When I do have to use Ziploc bags, my children know to bring them home, and I rinse them out and re-use them multiple times. And oh - fun fact: Ziploc bags can be recycled with your store shopping bags, so don't throw them out!

3. You share YouTube Videos from companies that promote green living

Yes, instead of sharing cute puppy videos or cool music videos, you share the videos about making your own cleaning supplies (another way you know you are crunchy!) and information about all the toxins we are exposed to on a daily basis. You beg your friends and family to watch this critical message about how we are damaging our bodies and our earth and get upset if they don’t. Seventh Generation, among other organizations, have some great videos to educate about toxins in the environment.

2. Your child's first real chore was taking recyclables to the bin

True story. That is one of the first chores my kids ever did. We keep a bag inside to collect recyclables throughout the day. When it gets full, I have the kids take it to the bin in the garage. They still do this on a daily basis. And they know what can be recycled. At only 3 years old, my youngest teaches our guests on what can and cannot go in the garbage!

1. You know the list of the “Dirty Dozen” by heart AND you know that there is also a “Clean Fifteen” If you really have a heart for green living, you must be aware of the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Each year they publish lots of information, but one of the most useful that I utilize in my daily life is the Dirty Dozen list of the top 12 fruits and vegetables testing positive for pesticide contamination. This allows me to make educated decisions in deciding to pay more for organic. Many foods we feed our children – including apples, peaches, strawberries and grapes – are all at the top of the list. You can also find the Clean Fifteen - these have the least amount of pesticides. Avocados, corn on the cob, pineapples, cabbage and onions are at the top of this list. Visit www.ewg.org for more information. In all seriousness, the Earth is ours, and we have a duty to do what we can to protect it. It's not difficult to implement small steps around your home that can reduce our footprint on the earth. You can start by finding out what can be recycled and progress to swapping your toxic cleaners with non-toxic options. As Nelson Mandela said: "You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself." Ó

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THE GATEWAY SCIENCE MUSEUM Building a Bridge Between Community, Education & Nature

t the heart of Chico, nestled between the university, Bidwell Park, and the town’s downtown area, lays a local gem, the Gateway Science Museum. The museum stands out for its striking architecture and beautifully landscaped surroundings. As an auxiliary of California State University, Chico, it might be tempting to think the museum is primarily focused on educating the university’s students or the children who visit from schools

all over the North State, but the museum encompasses much more than that. A joint collaboration of the university and the community of Chico, the Gateway Science Museum opened in February of 2010 after more than 15 years of planning and development. According to Executive Director Renée Renner, the museum is a hybrid of sorts – presenting world-class science and technology exhibits and programming, while si-

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The Gateway Science Museum – Building a Bridge Between Community, Education & Nature possible. Volunteers assist with exhibits, the gardens, greeting guests, lab demonstrations, special events, and educational programs. Jennifer Jewell, the museum’s Outreach Programs Coordinator and Volunteer Program Manager, says she is privileged to work with volunteers ranging from ages 14 to 80 years old, with varying backgrounds and interests, all cooperating together to reach a common goal: inspiring curiosity and wonder in an informal educational setting. “One of the elements of the museum experience we emphasize and value is the layered learning opportunities for visitors, volunteers and staff,” explains Jewell. Elementary, middle and high school students, university students, and community members of all ages come together to learn and to share their skills and knowledge. For example: “A high-school aged volunteer assisting university students leading a hands-on science demonstration at the museum under the mentorship of a university professor or retired professional is both teaching visitors and learning by working alongside the older students and life-long learners,” says Jewell. “This kind of interaction allows each individual to inspire one another, to get to know and see the best of each other. It also fosters a deep sense of pride in the community as a whole.”

In addition to what goes on inside the museum, the museum structure itself is educational. The building was designed to highlight some of the predominant physical features of interior Northern California and is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Certified. Details include a Sacramento River motif running the length of the Valley Gallery floor, tall walls depicting the mountain ranges that surround the Sacramento Valley, and a volcano-domed entry. Along with ongoing exhibits, the museum features current exhibits that change three times per year. “Attack of the Bloodsuckers” runs through May 10 and offers an up-close view of skin-crawling creatures including mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches and other parasites. A “Seeds” exhibit, which also runs through May 10, depicts nature as an artful engineer through images of the incredible ingenuity, diversity and beauty of seeds and the mechanisms that disperse them. The interactive “Modern Farming” exhibit, on display now through summer, highlights the North State’s agricultural community and the science and technology behind its practices and production. In the museum’s main hallway, the ice-age skeletons of a giant bear and a saber-toothed cat stand sentinel. There are hands-on manipulatives, small habitats with

geckoes and walking stick insects, and a powerful microscope to investigate various petri dishes with mysterious contents. The gardens surrounding the museum are spectacular and include five different eco-regions of plant communities, including trees, shrubs and grasses that were used by Native Americans of the area. A Sustainability Education Program features a raised-bed edible garden. Visitors of all ages can participate in garden activities that are offered the 1st and 3rd Sunday each month. Every Saturday the museum hosts a drop-in science-based activity free with museum admission and open to all ages. Known as “Investigation Stations,” these activities explore a wide range of topics – from the anatomy of the heart to the circuitry of simple robotics, from the astronomy of the vernal equinox to the physics of auger mechanisms. The museum also offers a spring and fall lecture series, career days for high school students, youth summer camps, guided tours, and birthday party packages. Gateway Science Museum is located at 625 Esplanade in Chico, next to Bidwell Mansion. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free to members and $3-$6 for guests. For more information visit www.gatewayscience.org or call (530) 898-4121. Ó

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By Christa Melnyk Hines

When s r e l d Tod ! o N y Sa Photo by Benjamin Goodpasture

he moment your child utters her first word, you'll probably want to announce it to the world, while quickly marking the occasion in her baby book. You probably won't be so thrilled, however, when her word of choice evolves into the very opinionated word "no." Although this is a frustrating and challenging stage of development, it is completely normal. Jen Mann-Li, a mother of two, describes her daughter

Sadie, 3, as a "pro" at using the word no. "She was a late talker, didn't really talk until she was almost 2-years-old, and ‘no’ was a favorite right away," Mann-Li says. Mann-Li says that Sadie refuses to be distracted from what she wants. "She's very stubborn and will not budge – sometimes literally," she says. "We have a saying that Sadie will 'die on that hill' and she does daily over these 'silly' things."

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Why they say it.

Laura Murphy is a certified parent coach and president of Real Families, Inc., which helps families work through parenting, marriage and financial issues. She says that the chief child-rearing complaint she hears from parents concerns children refusing to do what the parents want them to do. Not only is the word "no" an easy word for 13

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When Toddlers Say No! toddlers to say, but Murphy believes, "The biggest reason they say it so much is because they hear it so much from everyone else." The good news is this phase is completely normal and healthy. "The number one job of a 2-year-old is to test every physical limit. Pushing physical limits to find out what the adults will do is a natural approach for a toddler. They need to learn those limits," Murphy says. Need a few proactive strategies to reduce the use of the word in your home and forge a path of less resistance?

Change your approach.

Challenge yourself to see if you can say no without really saying the word “no.” For example, if your child asks for a cookie, instead of saying, "No, not before dinner," say "Sure, after dinner." This exercise will also make you more aware of just how often you say no. "Once we change our approach, we usually notice a change in our children," Murphy says. Also, talk to your spouse and childcare providers about using other words besides no all the time. But that doesn't mean you should ban the word entirely. "Say yes as often as possible, and when you say no, mean it," Murphy advises. Having a sense of humor doesn't hurt either. Ingrid Brown has two daughters, 4 and 2, who both went through the "no" phase at around 20 months. "I tried to make a game out of it," Brown says. "If they said no to everything, I would counter back in a funny voice repeating 'nooooOOOooo' right back at them and give them a little tickle." Offer two choices. Resistance often begins long before a child utters his first word. "When they're old enough to start flinging food at you from their high chair, they're old enough to start choices," Murphy says. Barring a dangerous situation like your child refusing to move in a busy street, provide your child with two choices that you like and can live with. "Small choices for the kids, but the adults make the big decisions," Murphy says. For example, a parent decides on bedtime, but a child chooses between the blue pajamas or red pajamas. By giving away small decisions to your toddler, she will have a sense of control over her life which will likely reduce negative behaviors such as not listening, running away, resistance, and temper tantrums. If a child refuses to make a decision in 10 seconds, the parent should make it for her, following up with empathy.

Show empathy not anger.

Murphy stresses that empathy is an important component of providing choices to your child. When you replace anger with empathy, she says, you'll notice a huge shift. For example, when your child doesn't get something that she wants, say something along the lines of: "I know. It's a bummer."

Avoid "parenting on the fly."

Stay calm in the heat of the moment and decide ahead of time on what things to definitely say no to and what you can say yes to. Also, try making a list of the small choices you can offer your child during those more troublesome times of the day. Need help? For more parenting tips and resources, check out Murphy's website Real-families.com, Loveandlogic.com, Kidsareworthit.com and the book Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours by Kevin Leman. If your tactics don't seem effective, seek out an expert like a family counselor to assess the situation. Although a tweak in parenting skills may be all that is needed, an expert can help determine if something more serious is going on with your child. Ó

Christa Melnyk Hines and her husband are the parents of two boys, ages 7 and 9. Both her boys loved to say “no” when they were toddlers – and sometimes they still do!

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arents recognize soon after their baby is born that she possesses certain characteristics or traits. Within weeks, they may begin describing her as being easy, difficult, fussy or engaging. Although others may judge parents for these early descriptions, they are probably quite accurate. The baby is responding to her environment with hard-wired responses called temperament. Becky Huskey, Tehama County teacher and parent of adult children, says, “When my twins were born, they were as different as could be. I couldn’t believe that newborns already had a personality.” Women who have had more than one pregnancy say that they can tell the difference from baby to baby while they are in the womb. Temperament is already manifesting.

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Temperament is defined as the inborn traits of an individual that have a genetic/biological basis. It is relatively stable from birth through a person’s life. A child’s unique personality is developed through the interaction of her temperament with the people and situations in her environment. This hard-wiring determines how she learns about her world and those who are in it. And it plays a role in the way others respond to her. From Greek antiquity, psychology has developed classifications of temperament. Perhaps the easiest for parents to grasp is that of extroversion/introversion. Extroversion refers to how outgoing and active a person is and intro- 16

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Understanding Your Child's Temperament version to how reserved or even shy she may be. Degrees of extraversion and introversion range on a scale from high to low. At the higher end of the extroversion scale, outgoing children tend to take more risks, may exhibit more tantrum behaviors, and don’t hesitate to engage in power struggles. Highly introverted children are often shy, anxious, and avoid new situations. They may have a difficult time interacting with their peers. Although these traits themselves are neither good nor bad, how others respond to the child can determine whether she perceives herself as being good or bad. If a child’s temperament is different from that of her parents or other family members, a parent may have a hard time responding to the child’s behavior in a compassionate way. Robin See-Swenson, Mt. Shasta marriage and family therapist says, “Behavioral adjustments of a child depend on the interactions of her temperament and the caregivers’ responses. Treating a child harshly can exacerbate an existing problem or create new ones.” “Parents make a mistake when they put their expectations on children. They need to love and celebrate them as they are,” advises Redding psychologist Dr. Doug Craig. Basic temperaments are modified through maturation and environmental factors. Effective parenting strategies are fundamental in assisting both highly introverted and extroverted children in having more successful personal relationships and greater success in the family and at school. The strategies of clearly stating behavioral boundaries, using consistency, and following though with stated consequences assist all children. “You don’t want to use a cookie cutter approach to parenting,” says Craig. “Neither do you want your kids to run amok.” He suggests that parents observe their children and learn to talk with them to discover what they want, then make every effort to use their skills to flow with the child. “It’s important to respect the child and have empathy with her view of the world,” he says. Dr. Liliana Lengua, an internationally renowned expert on how temperament contributes to children’s unique responses to their environment and to stress, uses a technique she calls "scaf-

Source: www.healthychild.org folding." When a child is successful, parents need to step back and let her succeed in her own way. When she has difficulties, say with a task like homework, step in with structure and guidance. Then step back again, and let her begin to regulate her own thoughts, emotions and behaviors. This is not a one-time fix but will need to be done over and over again in the child’s life. See-Swenson builds on this theme, saying, “When caregivers are sensitive and model and teach calming reactions to their children, the children can learn to self-regulate and modify their temperaments.” Effective parenting takes time and can be challenging. It can seem especially daunting when one of the children in the family doesn’t fit an expected mold. The following three strategies can help parents navigate toward warm, nurturing relationships with the most difficult of children: Carefully observe your child to learn what she is asking for through her behaviors. Recognize early clues so that upsets can be avoided. Learn to flow with your child so that you can remain calm. Your calmness helps her recognize that you can help her maintain or regain control of herself. Take advantage of information given by your child’s pediatrician, publications like North State Parent, and other reliable sources. When you are informed, you feel confident and can control your own responses in difficult situations. Above all, develop respect for yourself and your children. Learn to understand the world views you each live with even though they may not be the same. And find ways each day to enjoy your children. Ó Author Carolyn Warnemuende lives in Redding with her husband. She has two daughters and six grandchildren, each with a different temperament. She finds it fascinating to discover ways to relate lovingly with each through all their developmental stages.

• Activity level: the level of physical activity, motion, restlessness or fidgety behavior that a child demonstrates in daily activities (and which also may affect sleep). • Rhythmicity or regularity: the presence or absence of a regular pattern for basic physical functions such as appetite, sleep and bowel habits. • Approach and withdrawal: the way a child initially responds to a new stimulus (rapid and bold, or slow and hesitant), whether it be people, situations, places, foods, changes in routines or other transitions. • Adaptability: the degree of ease or difficulty with which a child adjusts to change or a new situation, and how well the youngster can modify his reaction. • Intensity: the energy level with which a child responds to a situation, whether positive or negative. • Mood: the mood, positive or negative, or degree of pleasantness or unfriendliness in a child's words and behaviors. • Attention span: the ability to concentrate or stay with a task, with or without distraction. • Distractibility: the ease with which a child can be distracted from a task by environmental (usually visual or auditory) stimuli. • Sensory threshold: the amount of stimulation required for a child to respond. Some children respond to the slightest stimulation, and others require intense amounts.

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few weeks back, I was volunteering in a 4th grade classroom. The teacher asked me if I would help a few students with their long division. I sat down with two of the students and set to work, only to discover that my mastered skill of the algorithm, the step-by-step method for long division that we were taught in grade school, was of little use. Today’s

students are being taught a variety of approaches to solve problems, including new methods. With this experience, I reached out to educators and asked what they would like parents to know about math in today’s schools. Jerry Walker, principal of Lassen View Elementary School in Los Molinos, shared, “In kindergarten through 3rd grade, the students are being

taught there are different ways of building numbers, building the foundation for a deeper conceptual understanding of math for 4th grade on up.” Jerika Hutchinson, a student in the teacher-preparation program at Simpson University, helps at Edith Fisher’s kindergarten class at Boulder Creek Elementary School in Redding, where she learned this math activity that 18

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Tips for Helping Your Child Master Math,Including Fun Ways You Can Learn Together parents can do at home with their kids: “Choose a num- There are abundant resources available to support ber, for example ‘six,’ and ask your child ‘What is one less?’, your child’s learning. Jenni Bachmyer, principal of Los ‘What is one more?’ and ‘Show me two ways to make the Molinos Elementary School, is in the process of schedulnumber six.’ Then let your child choose a number and ask ing a math night with a focus on how parents can help you questions.” This is an example of “building numbers.” their children with math homework. In a visit with 4th grade teach Principal Walker also suggested er Susan Callaghan of a free online tutoring service called Etna Elementary School, “Brainfuse” that is available through Susan taught me a simple county libraries. It offers homework dice game called “Stars help from online tutors and a 24and Circles”: Roll one dice. hour writing lab where students If it lands on three, say can submit a writing assignment “three” and draw three and get constructive feedback. large circles. Roll the dice Brainfuse is accessible free with a again. If it lands on four, say library card. “four,” and draw four stars Some of my favorite reinside each circle. Then sources I use when tutoring stumultiply three times four. dents in math include the Splash in the classroom and Learning math can be fun “This game provides a picMath app for grades K-5 (www. h demonstrates wit at home, as author Truely om sro clas ture that allows the student splashmath.com). Sylvan Learning’s ten gar kinder students in Edith Fisher's . ool Sch ry nta to see and explain why three K-5th grade Math Games and Puzme at Boulder Creek Ele times four equals twelve. The zles workbook series is very good for child might respond with, ‘three groups of four,’ or ‘four skill practice, and The Measured Mom educational webplus four plus four equals twelve,’ or another approach. site (www.themeasuredmom.com) offers teachers and This is what conceptual learning is,” Susan explains. parents thoughtful articles and free printables, includ-

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orey Engmann never considered hiring a postpartum doula until she learned she was expecting twins. Feeling overwhelmed and worried about how she would handle twin babies – along with the pressing needs of her 2-year-old, she turned to Teresa Marshall, a certified birth and postpartum doula, to help her after her twins arrived. Marshall spent five nights a week for four months at Engmann's home after the birth of the twins, providing support, encouragement and help. Her assistance enabled Engmann to get the sleep she needed to recover from a physically demanding pregnancy.

"I can easily say that hiring Teresa was the best thing I have ever done for myself and our family," Engmann says. "During the day I could be present, loving and able to enjoy all three of my children. It wasn't the endless cycle of fatigue and frustration as it sometimes was during the first few months with my first child."

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The first six weeks after a newborn arrives can be a mixture of happiness and anxiety as moms settle into a new routine. Many of today's new mothers lack the support network that generations of mothers have relied on. Close

family and friends are far-flung and partners return to work within days. A postpartum doula can provide experience and valuable support that a new mother may be missing. "A lot of women are waiting to have children until they are much older. Their parents are older or live in other parts of the country," says Marshall, who in addition to her work as a birth and postpartum doula is a facilitator for a pregnancy and postpartum depression and anxiety support group. "With postpartum depression a risk, it's so important for women not to be isolated." The support of a postpartum doula can be especially 20 helpful to mothers who:

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A mom who spends hours alone Having a sense of community is with her baby can easily spiral into emovital to a new mom's health and tional and physical exhaustion, which well-being. Here are ways you can can put her at greater risk for postparhelp a new mom during those first tum anxiety or depression. During this few weeks home (always text or call challenging transition period – often ahead first): • Coordinate an online care train called the fourth trimester, a postpartum where friends and family can sign doula can provide calm reassurance and up for time slots to deliver meals, support to a new mama and her family. take care of siblings, clean house "When moms feel supported at or rock the baby. For ideas visit home and they are getting what they www.mealtrain.com. need, the rates of postpartum depression • Offer to rock the baby for a couple are reduced," says Kate Kripke, LCSW, an of hours to give mom a chance to take a shower or a nap. expert in perinatal mood and anxiety dis• Deliver a healthy snack. orders and contributing writer for Post• Drop off a fully prepared meal. PartumProgress.com. "There is a lot to be • Babysit any older children for an said about the role the postpartum doula afternoon. plays in simply mothering the mother af• Offer to walk the dog, clean house ter she gives birth that can be incredibly or run an errand. preventative for lots of women." • Give her a gift card to her favorite take-out restaurant. In addition to helping to care for the baby, postpartum doulas often help with light housework, errands, cooking, crowd control and caring for siblings. Many are also trained to recognize the signs of postpartum depression and provide resources to the moms they support. "When doulas are educated in what to look for, they're one of the first people to pick up on and identify when something is going on with the mom," Kripke says.

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According to PostPartum Support International, one in eight women suffers from postpartum depression. Symptoms include insomnia, severe mood swings, a lack of joy, loss of appetite, overwhelming fatigue, withdrawal from family and friends and thoughts of suicide. (Learn about additional symptoms at MayoClinic.org). Postpartum depression can also interfere with healthy bonding between a mom and her newborn. "When a baby is on the inside, a woman takes amazing care of herself. And then the baby is born, and it becomes all about the baby. As soon as that mom starts to struggle and suffer, she will no longer have what is required to care for her baby the way she wants to. Not because she isn't a good mom or doesn't love her child, but simply because she's human," Kripke says. "I find that the women who are enjoying motherhood the most and who feel the healthiest are the ones who are receiving help." For more information about postpartum doulas and to find one in your area, visit www.northstateparent.com/familyresources/health/birthing, and Dona International’s website at www.dona.org. Ó Christa Melnyk Hines and her husband are the parents of two active boys and a pair of lazy dogs. Christa is the author of Confidently Connected: A Mom's Guide to a Satisfying Social Life.

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3782 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 222-2232 www.libertychristianredding.com S Ages: 2.9-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 8:30am-2:40pm Provides a Christian environment where children can learn and be nourished in Godly character. Basic readiness skills needed for success in kindergarten will be emphasized, along with the development of each child's physical, social, mental and spiritual needs. Lic # 451374213

Manzanita YMCA Collaborative Preschool

(530) 246-9622 • www.sfymca.org S Ages: Ages: 2-5 years • Times: M-F, 7AM - 6PM Located on the beautiful Manzanita Elementary School campus, Y preschoolers experience an exceptional preschool environment that combines academic enrichment with social-emotional development. Year-round program with 3- or 5-day options; pre-registration required. Please call for more details. Lic# 455406288

Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks

1410 Victor Ave. • (530) 222-0355 www. shadyoaksmontessori.com DS Ages: 12 mos-K • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm Education begins at birth, building skills that last a lifetime. Montessori helps children become life-long independent learners through purposeful play. We provide engaging hands-on activities that facilitate all aspects of development. Lic # 455405949/451373317

Munchkin University Infant Center & Preschool

2620 Railroad Ave. • (530) 241-8666 www. munchkinuniversity.com DSM Ages: Infant Center: 8 wks-2 yrs; Preschool: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 6:30am-5:30pm At Munchkin University we believe that children need as many positive experiences as possible. Our amazing staff provides a great environment where each child is appropriately challenged and encouraged daily. Lic # 451374 213 & 451374 214

Secret Garden

118 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 244-1891 www.secretgardenredding.com DSM Ages: 2-K • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm We offer excellent pre-K phonics, Handwriting Without Tears® curriculum, & healthy programs. A full curriculum with cultural appreciation, farm animals & natural foods, in a home-like, loving atmosphere. Teachers with experience and degrees. Lic# 455405638

West Redding Preschool

3490 Placer St. • (530) 243-2225 www.westreddingpreschool.webs.com DSM Ages: 6 wks-12 yrs • Times: M-F, 6:30am-6pm A private accredited academic learning environment. Our goal is to prepare each child today for the educational challenges that they may face tomorrow. Our curriculum focuses on developing each child's academic growth & uniqueness. Lic# 455401406

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y b a B e h T e g a u g n a L BrainConnection neuroscience peeks in on the beginnings of speech and vocabulary

ne-year-old Dylan said his first words, “I love,” shortly after his first birthday. (Say it with me: Awwww.) He was right on track developmentally. According to the First Words Project at Florida State University, parents report that 12-month-olds say from one to three words. This milestone is as exciting as it is unpredictable; nobody knows just when baby’s first words will tumble out, or exactly what they’ll be. New neuroscience research is providing insight that has implications regarding our understanding of language learning throughout childhood. According to breakthrough research from the Institute for Learning and Brain Sciences

(I-LABS) at the University of Washington, Dylan’s brain was probably practicing the sounds of his first words for months before he made his heart-melting statement.

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A new study released this past July suggests that infants’ brains are laying groundwork for early words and phrases as early as 7 months of age. In the study, researchers use state-of-the-art brain scanning called magnetoencephalography (said to be noninvasive and completely safe for infants) to record brain activity in the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for planning and coordinating the

movements required for speech. Brain activation patterns in 7-month-olds and 11-montholds indicate that babies’ brains are hard at work on speech perception and speech movements long before the little munchkins say their first word. The study is the first major published research to come out of I-LABS’ Ready Mind Project, established to advance research in six key areas: growing brain; critical periods of learning; diversity and bilingualism; behavioral transitions and milestones; early learning education; and early learning technology. This research helps support school readiness 23

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The Baby Brain-Language Connection – Neuroscience Peeks In On The Beginnings Of Speech And Vocabulary in several important ways, says I-LABS co-director Patricia K. Kuhl, PhD, a professor of speech and hearing sciences. “We are working to understand the sequence of events that helps children transition from sounds, to words, to sentences, and then to reading. We’re striving to understand the step-by-step changes in the brain that make the child ‘ready’ for reading.” The findings suggest that so-called “parentese” – that ubiquitous, sugar-coated, exaggerated speech we often slip into when we talk to infants (“Hoooow’s my liiittle baaaaaaaayyyyybeeee toooodaaay?”) – can benefit their speech perception at a time when new brains are rehearsing mechanics for speech. This doesn’t mean using baby talk or made-up words. It means speaking distinctly yet slowly to help babies understand.

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So why do language-focused baby DVDs – even ones based on research and noble intentions – fail to deliver? According to NurtureShock, it may be because babies learn speech partially by reading lips, and most educational programming features disembodied voice-overs that don’t allow infants to pair the auditory signal with the appropriate facial cue. At 7 months old, babies can begin to segment words they hear into phonemes, forming the building blocks of language. The caveat: they can’t perform this feat unless they’re looking at a face. If they hear a word while gazing at an abstract, it sounds like so much gibberish … hearing the word “dog” while looking at an image of a dog has less value than hearing and watching a parent say the word. Talking to your baby face to face is vital and has potential long-term benefits regarding your baby’s acquisition of language as well as later academic success. But it’s not

enough just to send a barrage of words in baby’s direction in the parenting equivalent of a one-sided conversation. It’s important to pick up on baby’s cues, too. Echoing back a child’s vocalizations or picking up and naming an object that a child seems to be gesturing toward helps babies assign meaning to words and move a baby toward fluent speech faster. Researchers from New York University and the National Institutes of Health found that infants of mothers who responded to baby babble were a full six months ahead of those with less responsive moms. In a Cornell University study, 9-month-olds with mothers who responded to baby babble in a back-and-forth conversational way picked up and mimicked speech sounds faster than babies with less responsive moms. Another study from Cornell found that “object labeling” in infancy – the act of pointing to an object and naming it after a baby’s gaze meets the object – is linked to increased vocabulary in toddlerhood. To put this research into practice, follow your child’s lead. Observe what your baby is looking at (instead of what he’s trying to say, which is often misinterpreted, Merryman says) and name it: “That’s the kitty,” or, “See that tree?” Overzealous parents eager to stack the deck toward, say, a Harvard acceptance letter, take note: Researchers don’t recommend overstimulation. It’s not necessary to be in your baby’s face all day long. But responding and interacting naturally with baby in a conversational way has profound benefits, says Merryman. “Babies don’t need specialized toys or educational programming. They need responsive parents.” Ó

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Other new research in early learning holds some surprises for parents, too. “The critical phase for learning sounds happens in the second half of a baby’s first year,” says Sarah Roseberry Lytle, PhD, I-LABS director of outreach. If babies’ brains are particularly receptive to speech sounds during this developmental window, then hearing certain words and phrases over and over should boost language skills, and language-focused educational programming should be a baby-brain boon, right? Except it isn’t. Research shows that “educational” videos and television shows designed to boost infant speech development just don’t. According to research by Kuhl, babies’ brains can pick up phonemes (distinct sounds that form words, such as “aw” or “er”) in their native language by 6 to 9 months of age. Creators of educational DVDs, including the Baby Einstein series, parlayed this research into educational programming that exposed infants to repeated words and phrases with the intent of strengthening neural pathways related to speech and boosting language recognition and acquisition. As it turns out, learning language isn’t quite that simple

– and the DVD experiment didn’t work. In fact, some studies show that spending more time in front of educational DVDs actually hurts babies’ language skills. In one study, each hour per day of viewing baby DVDs was associated with a 17-point drop in word recognition for babies 8–16 months old. The study used the MacArthur Communicative Development Inventory (CDI) – an index of 89 simple words that babies may recognize and say – to measure language skills in infants and toddlers. The CDI is widely accepted as a benchmark for early language acquisition and has been translated and used around the world. In other words, spending an additional seven hours per week parked in front of an “educational” DVD robbed six to eight words from a child’s vocabulary. That’s significant considering the average 11-month-old boy only recognizes 16 CDI words according to NurtureShock: New Thinking About Children by Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman.

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Support for Siblings of Children with Diverse Abilities

utism Month in April is a time to recognize a local program called Sibshops that serves and supports families with children of diverse abilities. It is sponsored in Chico and Redding by Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern California (RFENC). Christina Williams, mother of a son with autism spectrum disorder and a Rowell parent consultant, organizes these fun adventures for brothers and sisters of children with diverse abilities such as Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder and cerebral palsy. On these outings, the siblings don’t have to explain themselves because they face many challenges in common; they don’t feel alone or different when together. My adult son has autism, and while he was growing up in the nineties, I found services for my son, but not for his brother and sister. Sometimes they felt left out or neglected.

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Chico office for the holidays. The group is diverse with up to 17 children from different schools and neighborhoods. The children often group themselves by age with the older helping the younger. Some of them have met each other at their brothers’ and sisters’ various therapies. Others come for the first time and quickly make friends. At these gatherings, the siblings don’t want to just sit around and talk about their home life. The tone of these outings is light and informal. Their conversations are not forced, but come spontaneously while they are playing together. “One at a time,” Christina says, “they form connections through activities. There is always food at our outings because eating brings us together and encourages talk.” Recently, I went on a Sibshop outing. I found the group in a darkened bowling alley. There was glow-in-the-dark 25

Sibshops participants have a great time while enjoying a variety of activities together, including bowling, creating art, and miniature golf.

excitement in their white smiles as their neon bowling shoes moved to dance music. Christina looked like the storybook “woman who lived in a shoe” with 10 children ages 5 to teens, but she managed everything with a smile. I watched them hurl bowling bowls and munch popcorn. I wish my son’s brother and sister could have experienced a break like this from the family routine to have fun with friends. “Sometimes,” Christina says, “the children show frustration and admit that their brother or sister ‘drives them crazy,’ but on the whole the siblings are positive about their families.” She believes they learn to show empathy, listen carefully, and pay attention to others. The downside is they receive less attention and time and frequently have responsibility foisted on them. Often the younger sibling of a child with special needs acts like the older one. Christina’s teen-age daughter, Madison, goes on Sibshop outings and agrees with her mother that siblings can share a mutual blessing. She writes about her brother in this excerpt from last spring’s Autism Lifespan Newsletter: “I would go along to many of his therapies, wait patiently when he had meltdowns, and no matter

what, I was always there for him. My mom says that without me he would not be as far along as he is today. My parents would try to spend one-on-one time with me to make me feel special in my own way. I have to admit sometimes I would get embarrassed and frustrated. People would stare and I felt like they were staring at me. … But as the years have gone by he has gotten better at things. Bottom line is that he is my baby brother and I love him … and will always be here for him.” There were no programs for my children when they were growing up, but now, thanks to Christina and Rowell Family Empowerment, there are Sibshops offered in the North State. To find out more, go to www.empoweryourfamily.org. You can also contact Christina Williams at (530) 899-8801 or by email at ChristinaW@rfenc.org. Ó Joan Goodreau lives in Chico and is the author of two books, Strangers Together: How My Son's Autism Changed My Life and Poems from the Spectrum, which deal with the effect of Autism Spectrum Disorder on the family.

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Don’t miss the Whole Earth & Watershed Festival in Redding, a huge event offering an inspiring day of activities and entertainment for all ages, with over 100 educational booths and exhibits. Find North State Parent to say hello and enjoy a creative hands-on activity! See the 25th (Shasta County).

What’s it like to have to walk for your household water? Get an inkling at the 7th annual Walk4Water Fundraiser in Chico, an educational event where each participant walks while carrying a bucket they fill at a creek along the way. See the 11th (Butte County). Photo: Haley Mirts.

Music and dance come together in the Shasta Youth Symphony and Redding City Ballet Spring Performance of “Feet and Bodies Moving Together.” Guests from Shasta Symphony Orchestra are also featured. See the 26th (Shasta County).

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May Events Submission Deadline is April 10. If you have additional questions, contact our calendar team at: calendar@northstateparent.com. North State Parent magazine P.O. Box 1602, Mt. Shasta, CA 96067 Phone (530) 926-1287 Fax (530) 926-3873 Please note: most information listed here is compiled several weeks prior to publishing; we encourage you to use the phone numbers provided to verify dates and times of events.

ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS

Animals: Fun, Fantastic, Fierce; Chico. The Janet Turner Print Museum presents an exhibit featuring animals, including lions, tigers & bears … oh my! All ages. M-Sat, 11am-4pm, Thru 4/11. Free. CSU, Chico, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-4476. Chico Museum Exhibits. Mikć2apdo: This Is Our Home, Here We Remain: Learn the story of the heritage & history of the Mechoopda Indian Tribe,

the first to occupy the Chico area (runs thru Sept). 100 Years of Chico History: 1860-1960: Explore a century of Chico history through photos & artifacts in this ongoing exhibit. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-4pm. $2-$3. 141 Salem St. (530)891-4336. Gateway Science Museum Spring Exhibits; Chico. Attack of the Blood Suckers explores the science of what’s biting you in this kid-friendly interactive exhibit. Modern Farming: Land, Water, People & Science highlights North State agriculture production, practices, science & community. SEEDS: Nature’s Artful Engineering vividly portrays the incredible diversity, ingenuity & beauty of seed dispersal mechanisms of plants native to California. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-5pm, thru 5/10. $3-$6; members & ages 2 & under free. 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Journey Stories; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy this traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, DC, telling many wonderful stories of our country, complete with fun-filled activities. Includes local stories. All ages. Thru 4/26. 10am4pm. $1/person. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Parrot Playhouse: Lories!; Redding. Walk through an interactive aviary featuring beautiful Australian lorikeets; feed colorful birds from your hand. WedSat, 9:30-11:45am & 1-4pm; Sun, 10:30-11:45am & 1-4pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Nectar cups $1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Sweet - A Tasty Journey; Redding. Candy is more than just a sweet treat. Investigate California’s “farm to fork” role in candy-making – from fruits to nuts to honey. Enjoy interactive activities while you learn about the candy industry. Take a nostalgic look at confections beloved by generations.

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Wed-Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm, thru 5/14. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. West Coast Biennial Art Exhibition; Redding. See selected works in many media from competing artists in California, Oregon, Washington & Alaska. Wed-Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm, thru 5/3. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

CONTESTS

2015 USA Songwriting Competition®. 20th annual competition open to all amateur & professional songwriters. Winners chosen by committee of music industry professionals. You retain rights. Songs judged equally on originality, lyrics, melody & composition. Thousands of dollars in prizes (grand prize value $50k). $35 entry per song, enter thru 5/29. Info: www.songwriting.net. Build It Film Festival Video Contest. Kids & teens ages 8-18 are welcome to submit their short film (3 min or less) for the upcoming May Build It Film Festival in Redding. Four age groups. Film categories: Documentary, Animation, Live Action, Music. Awards include Best Director, Best Musical Score, Best Editing & more. Prizes include GoPro, iPad, Cannon video camera, & other great prizes. Entry fee $15; deadline April 19. Visit the Build It Redding website for details or call (530)638-3399.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Low-Cost Dental Screenings; Redding. Shasta College offers low-cost teeth cleaning & x-rays by supervised dental students for qualifying patients. Participants must be prescreened. All ages. Thru 5/20. Call for info. Shasta College, Dental Hygiene Clinic. 1400 Market St, Suite 8106. (530)339-3608.

National Parks Free Entrance Days. Explore amazing places - all US national parks offer free admission during National Park Week’s opening weekend, April 18-19. In Upper CA, visit Whiskeytown National Rec. Area (Shasta County), Lassen Volcanic National Park (Shasta, Tehama, Plumas & Lassen Counties), Lava Beds National Monument (Siskiyou & Modoc Counties), & the California National Historic Trail. Visit www.nps.gov/npweek for more info. Redding Bank of Commerce Scholarship Program Application. Applications accepted thru 4/30 for the Kenneth R. Gifford, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program for graduating high school seniors. Five $1k scholarships awarded. Find more info at www.myboc.net. Redding Homeschool Network Science Fair; Redding. Find out how to participate. Takes place 4/22 from 1-3pm at the Redding Library Conference Room, 1100 Parkview Dr. (541)388-5004. Toddler Fun! Activities; Chico. Sunny Garden Montessori offers ongoing Montessori-based hands-on fun for you & your toddler on a drop-in basis, M-F from 10am-5pm. $7/hr or $5/hr w/class card. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101.

PROGRAMS & LEAGUES REGISTRATION

Youth League Bowling; Redding. Children of all ages learn to bowl in a safe & fun environment from a certified instructor. Year-round leagues, call for info. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773.

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Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Basketball: Men’s Drop-In Program; Paradise. Teams form each week for scrimmage play. Ages 18+. Wed, 6-8pm, year-round. $1; pay at gym. Paradise Intermediate School Gym, 5657 Recreation Dr. (530)872-6393. Belly Dance Fitness For Moms; Paradise. A fun class of fitness warm-up, cardio & strengthening exercises. Includes nutrition guidance, snack & child care. For mothers of children who are 0-5. Free! Wednesdays, 11:15am-12pm, year-round. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Butte Humane Society Supper Club; Chico. Enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant & support a worthy cause. 15% of sales made today will be donated to the Butte Humane Society. Check website or call for location & time. (530)343-7917. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. 1:30pm. Ages 3-4. $7/class; $25/5 classes; first class free. 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Chico. Tonight’s topic: “Choices: Building Self-Esteem & Willpower.” Learn to turn conflict into cooperation using 7 basic skills. For caregivers, foster parents, parents, teachers, therapists, social workers & childcare providers. Weds, 9am-12pm, thru 5/6. Free. Drop-ins welcome. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Junior Friends Of The Paradise Library. Ages 12-17 are invited to join this youth group that’s focused on helping make the library a more teen-friendly place. 1st Wed, 4pm. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. “Just For Fun” Toddler/Preschooler Activities; Chico.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Children ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on enrichment activities. 10:30am-12pm. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for ages preschool & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Music With Little Mozarts; Chico. Join Beethoven Bear & Mozart Mouse as they learn about music through singing, music appreciation, coloring, movement, listening, rhythm, & keyboard performances. Activities structured specifically for young children. Ages 4-5. Wednesdays, 2pm. $65/month. The Wright Keys Academy of Musical Arts, 556 Vallombrosa Ave. (530)781-2224. Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories & a craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. The Pink Floyd Experience; Chico. A quadraphonic, full sensory experience featuring 6 phenomenal musicians, an amazing light show, dynamic video, and, of course, a flying pink pig! All ages. 7:30pm. $18-36. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333.

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Ala-Teen Meeting; Redding. For teens (ages 12-20) who are affected by someone else’s drinking. A safe place to share feelings with other teens who understand. Offers tools & support. 6:30-7:30pm. Free. Drop in, or call first. First United Methodist Church, Rm 10, South & East Sts. (530)355-9470. Beginning Tai Chi/Qigong For Health; Redding. Adults-Teens. Create a peaceful mind, refreshed spirit & strong body. Develops upright posture, balance & coordination; helps reduced minor aches & pains. Wed, 1:30-2:30pm. 4/8-29; $30/3 classes or $40/4 classes, pre-reg. Alta Mesa Gym, 2301 Saturn Skyway. (530)225-4095. Easter Eggstravaganza; Redding. Ready-set-go! Grab those Easter baskets & head to the Y for some

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hunting, snacking, & creative craft time. Each child brings a dozen plastic eggs containing a fun treat like stickers, wrapped candy or fruit snacks, raisin boxes, hair ties, etc. For ages 5 & under, with adult. 10:3011:30am. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530) 246-9622. Elementary Mandarin Class For Children; Redding. Grades pre-K−5 learn beginning Mandarin through music, stories, games, writing, speaking, & learning about Chinese culture. Taught by a native Mandarin-speaking instructor. Weds, 4:30-5:15pm, thru 5/27. $10/class, by pre-reg. 3452 Glacier Ct. (916)956-5975. Families Honoring Our Troops; Redding. Action & support group works on projects to honor our troops. Meets 1st Wed. All welcome. 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. Fierce Tigers Martial Arts; Redding. Adults. Teaches blocks, punches, kicks, forms & discipline. Students also learn Filipino Martial arts weapons (eskrima) the art of stick fighting, & competition sparring point fighting. Wed, 6:30-7:45pm, 4/1-29. $35/month. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. G-Force Gymnastics Wednesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines; learn safety, basic skills & social interaction, 6-6:45pm, $45/mo; Tumble-fun (ages 6+): intro to trampoline & tumbling, 6-7pm, $50/mo; Middle school power tumble enhances skills for cheer & gymnastics; 7-8pm, $50/ mo. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Healthy Natural Body Care; Redding. Educate yourself on all aspects of creating your own natural home & bodycare products. Sessions include skin therapy, salt scrub, floral skin therapy, etc. Wed, 4/1-15. $8/ class. Enterprise Community Room, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Kindermusik With Lyra: Guitar Or Ukulele Classes; Redding. Parent & child small group class in ukulele or guitar. Learn basic techniques, laugh & have lots of fun. Bring your instrument. Ages 4+. W, 4:30pm. $60 per family for 4 half-hour classes; by pre-reg. 11455

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Ridgewood Rd. (530)355-4747. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s children’s storyroom. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing music to children. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y-members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindernastics: Intro to gymnastics equipment & fun social interaction; ages 3-5, 6-6:45pm, $40/mo. Artistic Gymnastics classes for boys & girls: learn floor, bars, beam & vault, & trampoline; ages 4-12yrs, 3 hourly classes between 4-7pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group offered by First 5 Shasta. Parents & others caring for children share ideas, info & support. 6-7:30pm, year-round. Free, drop-ins welcome, childcare avail. Lassen View Elementary, 705 Loma Vista Dr. (530)225-0350.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. $7/adult; $5/youth; $20/4 classes, members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035.

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GOING PLACES APRIL Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:15-6:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/mo, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Beginners’ Ballroom Class; Red Bluff. Ever thought about learning to dance? In this fun class for beginners, styles of ballroom dance rotate monthly. Partners encouraged but not required. Ages 25 & up. 7:30-8:30pm. Wed, thru 6/3. $55/mo single, $75/mo couple, $16 drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. Preschool Storytime; Red Bluff. Preschool age children will enjoy this weekly story hour. Activities include stories, crafts & playing instruments. 9:30am. Red Bluff Library, 645 Madison St. (530)527-0604. Sign Dance; Red Bluff. Deaf, hearing, & hard of hearing students learn the fundamentals of dance. Classes are signed in ASL/PSE. This unique class allows hearing students to explore deaf culture & learn some American Sign Language. Ages 8-adult. Wed, 5:10-6:10pm & Fri, 1:25-2:25pm, thru 6/5. $55/month. $16/drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180.

THURSDAY

World Autism Awareness Day

BUTTE COUNTY

Bigger Baby & Me Classes; Chico. Informative 6-week parenting class series. Topics include: Attachment & Brain Development, Physical Development, Emotional & Social Development, Baby Sign & Language, Play & Learning and Culture & Identity. Th, 10:30am-12pm, 4/2-5/7. $75/series; pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Education, 251 Cohasset Rd. Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 11am-1pm. Butte College Foster/Kinship Care Ed Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Chico Doula Circle Workshop; Chico. Educational workshops related to pregnancy, labor, birth & breastfeeding. Hosted by four local doulas. All ages. 1st Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Free. La Casita Primera Preschool, 2035 Esplanade. (530)518-0421. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. Playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive, all homeschoolers welcome! 1-4pm. Free. Call for location & group info. (530)228-7078 Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Emphasis is on fun! Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. $5/class, $20/5 classes; first class free. 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. Ages infants & preschoolers; siblings welcome. Th, 9:15-10am. Free, limited space, call to reserve your spot. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Th/F, 10:30am-12pm. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market. Come celebrate the first market of the season! Certified farmers market features fresh produce, cut flowers,

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES plant starts, nuts, honey, a variety of locally prepared foods, non-profit info, local artisans, a “Kid Zone,” local entertainers & more! 6-9pm. Broadway between 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)354-6500. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly group for mothers offering support on a wide variety of parenting topics. Children welcome. 10:30am-12pm. Free. Paradise Community Church of the Nazarene, 311 Circlewood Ln. (530)876-2518. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6 thru adult. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. Unlimited classes $75/mo. Approved vendor for CORE Butte & S. Sutter schools. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste. B. (530)897-0326 Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue, 5:30-7pm ($3); Racing on Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm ($3-$10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Spring Theatre Workshop Performances; Chico. CSU, Chico students present productions of everything from hot new scripts to never-before-seen originals. Benefits the Donna Stone Breed Memorial Scholarship. All ages. April 2-4, 7:30pm & April 5, 2pm. $6-$15. Wismer Theatre, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-6333.

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Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Tue/ Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm, M/F 7-9pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Art & Craft Adventures; Redding. Inspire your young child’s imagination & self-expression with hands-on art activities. Age 3-5. 9-10am. $20/mo (Y members free + $1 materials fee per class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530)246-9622. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. For parents or grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age. 1st & 3rd Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-ins welcome. 5-week children & teens grief support groups avail based on need; call for info. Mercy Medical Center 15TH ANNUAL

Family Fun Fest Kids’ Fishing Day Saturday, April 4th

Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Children’s Drawing & Painting Classes; Redding. Paint with watercolors at the beginning of April, then switch to painting with acrylics throughout the rest of April & May. Ages 5-18. Mon, 4-5pm (ages 9-13); Tues, 4-5pm (ages 5-9); Th, 4-5:30pm (ages 13-18). $50/4 classes. All Fired Up Paint it Yourself Ceramic Studio, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2206. Computer Programming With Scratch; Redding. Scratch is a graphical programming language developed at the MIT Media Lab. Students will learn important mathematical & computer ideas, think creatively, & use imagination to create stories, music, animation & games. Ages 8-18. Wed, 4/2-26, 4-6pm. $90. Build It, 925 Merchant Street #2. (530)225-4095. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Each child’s natural curiosity & developmental level takes precedence as structure is introduced. Includes music, listening games & obstacle courses. Ages 18-30mos. Thu & Sat 10-10:45am. $45/6 class punch card or $10 drop-in. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): Intro to tumbling & trampolines, learn safety & basic skills, enjoy social interaction; 4-4:45pm, $45/mo; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +): Intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise; 4-5pm, $50/mo. Power Tumble, 7-8pm. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids’ Gymnastics Class; Redding. Learn basic, age-appropriate skills & drills on floor, beam, bar & springboard. Fosters motor, mental & social development. Ages 3-9. Th, 3:45-4:30pm. $20/mo ($10/Y members). Shasta Family YMCA, 155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. Students ages 4 & up learn to take instruction, develop self-control, improve balance & coordination, & become physically fit, all while having fun. 2 age groups: 4-8yrs (5:30-6:15pm) & 9yrs & up (6:15-7pm). $25/mo. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Little Explorers: Our Earth; Redding. Explore different aspects of our planet & how it’s important. Activities & stories for 2-5 year-olds & their caregivers. 10am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 7+, 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483 Parent & Me Gymnastics; Redding. Promotes motor, mental and social development through gymnastics, song, dance and play. Ages 1-4. Th, 10:30-11:30am. $20/mo (Y members $10). Shasta Family YMCA, 155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Clever Jack & the Magic beanstalk Musical; Redding. Talented students from Stellar Charter School’s drama department present this fun spring play. 6:308pm. $3-$5. McLaughlin Auditorium, Sequoia Middle School, 1805 Sequoia St. (530)245-7730. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the storytime each week with stories, songs & a fun craft. 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Shasta Skippers Jump Rope Try Out Class; Redding. Ages 8 & up are invited to join Redding’s Shasta Skippers Jump Rope team. For beginning to intermediate jumpers, learn tricks, endurance, speed & double-dutch skills. Thursdays, 6-7pm, 4/2-30. $25. Shasta Meadows Gym, 2825 Yana Ave. (530)225-4095. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers/early walkers & caregivers. Explore through music, obstacle courses, climbing, sensory exercises & games. Ages 9-18mos. 11-11:45am. $45/6-class punch card or $10 drop-in. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. Youth Agility Class; Redding. Kids have fun while increasing flexibility & balance, plus reinforce their motor skills. Ages 5 & up. $8/class (Y members free). Thursdays, 9-10am or 4-5pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622 Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome; must be able to identify right & left hands. $30/mo (Y members $15). Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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Intermediate Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. $7/youth; $5/youth; $20/4 classes, members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Painting For Kids Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun classes provide kids with tips & tricks for color, composition, shading & more. Ages 6-16. Tu/Th, 3-4:30pm. $10/ class, includes basic supplies; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

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Beginning Tap Classes For Youth; Red Bluff. Students learn the basics of tap dance movement & vocabulary in a fun & encouraging environment. Ages 6-16. Th, 5:106:10pm, thru 6/4. $55/month or $16/drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. Hip Hop Classes; Red Bluff. Students learn the basics of hip hop dance in a fun, encouraging environment. Thursdays thru 6/4. Two age groups: Ages 6-10, 4-5pm; Ages 10-23, 6:20-7:20pm. $55/month; $16/drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180.

GOING PLACES APRIL Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm, Sat 12:30-2:30pm. $20/drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. School Readiness Playgroup; Corning. Fun weekly developmental & educational play group. Get age-appropriate information about your child. Explore with crafts, rhymes, songs & book reading. Ages 0-5. Th, 1011:30am. Free. Corning School Readiness, West Street Elementary School, 900 West St. (530)824-4111.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. Yearround market featuring a fruit & vegetable store, & urban farm. EBT accepted. Winter hours 2-5:30pm. CARD Community Park, 1010 Cleveland Ave. (530)680-3217. Chico International Folk Dance Club; Chico. World line, circle & couple dances. Instruction first, then dancing to songs requested. 7:30pm. $2/person. Chico Creek Dance Centre, 1144 W. First St. (530)774-2287. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Th/F, 10:30am-12pm. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Break Day Skates; Chico. Kids enjoy 3 special skating sessions today: 1-4pm or 2-5pm for $6.25; or 3-5pm for $6. Skate rental $2-$3. Cal Skate’s annual Easter egg hunt is at 12pm (free, bring your own egg basket). Many eggs contain FunLand prizes & goodies! Cal Skate, Hwy 99 & E. Park Ave. (530)343-1601. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fridays, 10am-12pm. $10 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967.

Storytime & Craft At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories, craft making & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Time Out For Moms Support Group; Chico. Mom’s take a “time out” for encouragement, learning & FUN! Programs for the kids too. Uses the “Be You Bravely” curriculum developed by MOPS. Includes snacks. Field trips on 4/3 & 5/22. Fridays thru 5/29. All ages. 9-11am. $30/term. Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 208 W. 1st St. (530)343-1484. Toddler Storytime At Chico Library. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with music. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. $10.19/person/2hrs, includes shoes; or $3.59/game + $3.09/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Spring Theatre Workshop Performances; Chico. CSU, Chico students present a range of productions. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Only open to the public once year, the Shasta Wildlife Center Open House & Baby Bird Shower in Anderson offers a unique peek into the word of wild animal rehabilitation. Includes children’s activities – is part of the city’s Family Fun Fest. See the 4th (Shasta County).

1st Friday. All ages. Free. 11:30am. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. Great night of family fun & exercise featuring music of the 70s & 80s. Safe & supervised. All ages. 7:30-10:30pm. $5, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Fri-Tues, 6:308:30pm. $50/lane (up to 8 bowlers); includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th,

8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting between with specialty paints, stamps, stencils & sponges to create a work of ceramic art. 11am-8pm. Studio fee: $3.50/child, $4.50/teens & adults; + cost of pottery. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Movie Screening: The Good Lie; Redding. Join cast member & guest Kuoth Wiel for a screening of The Good Lie, a film portraying the true, intimate story of how a band of Sudanese orphans survived Sudan’s civil war & forged a fresh start in America. Sponsored by Genocide No More - Save Darfur. All ages. $5-10. 7-10pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877.

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Outdoor Adventure Camps for Kindergarten - 8th Grade Get your kids off the couch and into the woods exploring the Whiskeytown wilderness! These camps are true positive camp experiences focusing on having fun and enjoying the great outdoors. All campers hike daily and can choose from activities during the afternoons such as kayaking*, fishing*, swimming/wading, field games, gold panning, tadpole catching, tie-dying, arts/crafts, campfires, song singing, and much, much more! *kayaking & fishing not available in April *kayaking & archery 4-8th grade only

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April 6-9 (M-TH) Summer Camp 4 Week #1 June 8-12 (M-F) 4 Week #2 June 16-19 (T-F) 4 Week #3 June 22-26 (M-F) 4 Week #4 July 6-10 (M-F) 4 Week #5 July 27-31 (M-F)

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GOING PLACES APRIL School, 225 Jackson St, Rm 21. (530)527-7214. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 2nd.

WEEKEND

4 Find fresh produce, a great selection of locally prepared foods, entertainment for all ages and much more at Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market events. See Thursdays (Butte County).

Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 7+, 5-6pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $12, includes shoes & sodas. Fri 9-11pm, Sat 9-midnight. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Stingrays Swim Club; Redding. Children refine their swimming abilities or prepare for a competitive swim team as they learn fundamentals of competitive swimming. Ages 6-18. Fridays, 4:30-5:30pm. $55/session (Y members $45). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530)246-9622. The Grapes Of Wrath Theater Production; Redding. Holding to the simplicity & directness of the original novel, this powerful & deeply affecting stage production conveys a poignant message of the persistence & strength of the human spirit. All ages. 7pm. $15-25. Riverfront Playhouse, 1620 East Cypress Ave. (530)243-8877. Trainer Talks; Redding. Join Turtle Bay’s animal training staff in a training session as they prepare for

the summer’s Walk on the Wild Side animal show. Each session features an amazing animal star & lasts about 15 minutes. Wed-Sun, 11:30am, thru 4/10. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

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Preschoolers' Dance Combo Class; Red Bluff. An hour of fun where children learn tap, jazz & ballet along with important social skills. Ages 3-5. Fridays, 5:10-6:10pm, thru 6/5. $16-$55/month or $16/drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (503)255-4180. School Readiness Playgroup; Red Bluff. A weekly developmental & educational play group. Explore with crafts, rhymes, songs, & book reading. Receive age appropriate information about your child. Ages 0-5. 1011:30am. Free. Jackson Heights Elementary, Rm #21, 225 Jackson St. (530)384-7833. Sign Dance; Red Bluff. Deaf, hearing, & hard of hearing students learn the fundamentals of dance. Classes are signed in ASL/PSE. This unique class allows hearing students to explore deaf culture & learn some American Sign Language. Ages 8-adult. Wed, 5:10-6:10pm & Fri, 1:25-2:25pm, thru 6/5. $55/month. $16/drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. Toddler Playgroup; Red Bluff. Time to laugh & play in this fun-filled playgroup. Ages 1-3, siblings welcome. Fridays, 9-10am, thru 5/29. Free. Jackson Heights

SATURDAY

International Pillow Fight Day

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Big, The Musical; Chico. Enjoy an energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical about young Josh Baskin, who wishes he was ‘big’ & wakes up one morning with a body of a 30-year-old. Expect lots of upbeat singing & dancing. All ages. 7:30pm. $15-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. Build Your Own Worm Bin Workshop; Durham. Learn about vermicomposting & its benefits for your garden; create a functioning worm bin with worm residents to take home. All ages. 1st Saturday, 10am. Mention North State Parent for special cost of $35 (normally $50), prereg. The Worm Farm, 9033 Esquon Rd. (530)894-1276. Celebration Of Spring At Patrick Ranch Museum; Durham. Celebrate spring with programs on chickens, eggs & farm animals. Create an Easter hat & play games, including egg races. Fun for all ages. 11am1pm. Free. Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway. (530)342-4359. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Easter Egg Hunt & Scholarship Fundraiser; Paradise. Egg hunt for ages preschool-6th grade, with a visit from the Easter Bunny. Petting zoo, goodies galore & fabulous cake walk too. Benefit for youth scholarships. 9:30am. Free admission & egg hunt, small fee for activities. Aquatic Park, 5600 Recreation Dr. (530)872-639 Education Stations At Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Bring the family to enjoy exciting & engaging activities each Sat. in April, featuring science, technology, & natural history themes. All ages. 1-3pm. $3-$6; members & ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Bring the whole family for a fun time with family music & a great price! 6:30-9pm. $14/family of four (additional members +$2.50); skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Grandparenting Infants Workshop; Chico. Join other grandparents & learn infant-child CPR techniques, infant “safe sleep” recommendations, benefits of breastfeeding, & tips on how to support your adult child & the new family. 12-2:30pm. $35/person, pre-reg.

Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Home Depot Kids Workshop; Chico & Oroville. Kids build or create a project & learn do-it-yourself skills & tool safety. Upon completion, they receive a certificate, apron & pin. Ages 5-12. 1st Saturday, 9am-12pm. Free. Chico: 2580 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)342-0477; Oroville: 2150 3rd St. (530)538-0521. Infant/Pediatric CPR Class; Chico. Learn to make your child’s environment safe, how to prevent the most common childhood accidents, & infant/child CPR techniques. 9-11:30am. Adults only. $35/person, prereg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai (“paper-theater”), & Japanese songs & crafts. 1pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Petal Pusher Fun Run; Oroville. This 3K fun run is part of the Wildflower & Nature Festival. Run begins 8am. $20. Riverbend Park, 50 Montgomery St. (530)533-2011. Rock, Gem, Mineral & Crystal Show; Paradise. 2015 theme: “Petrified Wood.” Families welcome! Educational & youth activities, mineral exhibits, raffle, silent rock auctions, fluorescent mineral display, lapidary demos, jewelry, fossils, metal detecting & gold panning. 48 display cases, free specimens for the first 200 children. All ages. 4/4, 9:30am-5pm & 4/5, 10am-4pm. $3/adult, under age 16 free. Paradise Elks Lodge, 6309 Clark Rd. (530)877-7324. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a specially designed session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome too. 10am-12pm. $5.75/ child or $25/6 weeks, includes quad skate rental; parents skate half price. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Spring Theatre Workshop Performances; Chico. CSU, Chico students present a range of productions. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 2nd. Sundial Bridge Tour; Redding. Take an interpretive tour of the Sundial Bridge led by Turtle Bay educators & docents who offer in-depth information about the building of the bridge, how it works, & stories. Ongoing Fri & Sat, 10am. Free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Wildflower & Nature Festival; Oroville. This is a free festival the entire family can enjoy! Presentations, children’s activities, crafts, 3K fun run, wildflower bus tours ($10), vendors & entertainment. 9am-4pm. Riverbend Park, 50 Montgomery St. (530)533-2011. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

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23rd Annual Spring Plant Sale At Turtle Bay; Redding. Includes heirloom vegetables, unusual, drought-tolerant & hard-to-find perennials, shrubs & trees, native plants & ornamental grasses. All grown at the nursery, & discounted today! 9-3pm. (4/3 members-only sale, 5-8pm). Free admission. West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Tue/ Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm, M/F 7-9pm. $5/2hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Aqua Egg Hunt; Redding. Bring your swimsuits! Dive for Easter eggs & turn them in for prizes. Lifeguards will be on duty but caregiver is required in the pool with children who are non-swimmers. 10-11:30am. All ages. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. “Artist For The Day” Studio Time; Redding. Enjoy being an “artist for the day” painting ceramics with specialty paints & various creative tools. All ages. 11am-6:30pm. $3/studio fee + cost of ceramics. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Bird Watching Outing; Redding. Curious about the birds around us? All ages are invited to stroll around the Turtle Bay area with expert Dan Greaney to learn to observe & identify our feathered friends. Binoculars

GOING PLACES APRIL & field guides are supplied. 1st Sat, 9-11am. Meet at the Turtle Bay Monolith. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)225-4095. Buddy Guy In Concert; Redding. One of the most celebrated blues guitarists, dubbed 2014’s Entertainer of the Year, Buddy Guy steeps in Chicago blues while embracing the flash of rock & roll. Don’t miss his soulful performance. All ages. $36-$59. 7:30-10pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Charlie Rabbit Kids Gardening Program; Redding. Join Charlie, Turtle Bay’s adorable jackrabbit puppet, for interactive gardening activities. For young children, their siblings, parents & grandparents. 10:30am. Free w/park admission, $4-$16. West Garden Entrance (on rainy days in Greenhouse), 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Couples relax & unwind together while enjoying creative fun in a studio atmosphere. 5-8pm. $3/couple studio fee + cost of ceramics. All Fired Up,1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Family Fun Fest & Kids’ Fishing Day; Anderson. Free day of family fun. Stage performances, interactive booths with games & activities, food, prizes, meet animals, & visit the Shasta Wildlife Center Open House. Fishing provided by Fish & Wildlife volunteers; some loaner poles & bait avail, ages 15+ must have fishing license. 9am-2pm. KC Grove, Anderson River Park, 2800 Rupert Rd. (530)378-6656. Library Book Sale; Redding. The Friends of Shasta County Libraries is holding a sale of gently used books. Most Children’s books are 25¢-50¢. 10am1pm. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Avenue. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Each child’s natural curiosity & developmental level takes precedence as structure is introduced. Includes music, listening games & obstacle courses. Ages 18-30mos. Th & Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/6-class punch card or $10 drop-in. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Older children practice & have fun using trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Supervised free play. Ages 5-12. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. $7/ child. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Home Depot Kids Workshop; Redding. Ages 5-12 build a project & learn do-it-yourself skills & tool safety. Bring home the project, a certificate of achievement, apron, pin & sense of pride & accomplishment.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES 1st Saturday, 9am-12pm. Free. 1200 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-1313. Leapin’ Lizards Class; Redding. Designed for the “child in transition,” ages 2-3. Allows the security of caregiver participation while gradually increasing the child’s independence. 9-9:45am. $45/6-class punch card or $10 drop-in. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots,” ages 0-8, 11am-12pm, $5/child (older siblings welcome); Ages 7+, 12-2pm, $10/person (members $6). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm. Behind City Hall, enter at Parkview Ave. (530)226-7100. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. $15, includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $12, includes shoes & sodas. Fri 9-11pm, Sat 9-midnight. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Shasta Wildlife Center Open House & Baby Bird Shower; Anderson. Tour the facility, meet animal ambassadors. Make a simple birdfeeder, visit booths, get your face painted. Bring a baby bird “shower” gift for orphaned wildlife (paper towels, heating pad, food, etc.). Visit their website or call for more ideas. Also enjoy the annual Family Fun Fest (see listing above). All ages. 10am-1pm. Free. Shasta Wildlife Center at Anderson River Park. (530)917-0930. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. A time for tweens & young teens to roller skate & dance. Fun music, video arcade, well-supervised. Parents can drop in (no charge). Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. $4/skate, $4/dance or $6/both, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. The Grapes Of Wrath Theater Production; Redding. A powerful & deeply affecting stage version of one of the masterpieces of American literature. All ages. 7pm. See the 3rd.

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Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Focus is on the tricks & techniques for doing the moves the right way & looking good! All ages. 9:45-11:45am. $10/youth, $15/

adult. Mt. Shasta City Park’s Dudes & Daises Bldg. 1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. Includes art projects, snacks, storytime & games. Ages 0-13. 3-4:30pm. Free. Faith House, 5964 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Easter Egg Hunt; Mt. Shasta. Children are invited to come look for eggs. Children from neighboring areas are welcome. Bring a basket! The Easter Bunny may be stopping by. Starts 10am sharp. Free. Mt. Shasta City Park, 1315 Nixon Rd. (530)926-2138. Easter Egg Hunt; Yreka. Kiwanis Club of Yreka has hidden some eggs … they’re waiting for you. Come join the fun & look for a few! Starts 10am sharp at Miner Street Park, 600 block of West Miner St. Efficient Irrigation For Water Conservation Workshop; Mt Shasta. Learn how to decrease your water use & keep plants vigorous. Richard L Meyer shares his expertise; Richard is a certified irrigation designer & contractor, water conservation manager, & licensed landscape contractor. Ages teens & adults.10am12pm. Free, bring chair & sunhat. Spring Hill Nursery & Gardens, 1234 Nixon Rd. (530)926-2565. Square Dancing With Shasta Disabled Sports; Weed. Square dancing’s a fun activity for all ages & abilities. You don’t need to know how to dance to come have fun. Enjoy yourself with good friends & food. Callers J & Carrie have years of experience teaching square dance; Tulip the therapy dog will help folks get over any shyness. Open to all. 2-4pm. Lake Shastina Community Bible Church, Jackson Ranch Rd. (530)925-1531.

silent rock auctions, fluorescent mineral display, lapidary demos, jewelry, fossils, metal detecting & gold panning. 48 display cases, free specimens for the first 200 children All ages. 4/4 & 4/5, today 10am-4pm. $3/ adult, under age 16 free. Paradise Elks Lodge, 6309 Clark Rd. (530)877-7324. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue, 5:30-7pm ($3); Racing on Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm ($3-$10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Spring Theatre Workshop Performances; Chico. CSU, Chico students present productions of everything from hot new scripts to never-before-seen originals. Benefits the Donna Stone Breed memorial Scholarship. All ages. 2pm. $6-$15. Wismer Theatre, 400 West 1st St. (530898-6333.

Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs, & artisan food products & crafts. 9am-1pm, rain or shine. 645 Antelope Blvd. (530)526-2843. Home Depot Kids Workshop; Red Bluff. Have fun building a project. Kids learn do-it-yourself skills & tool safety, take home their craft, a certificate of achievement, apron & pin, & gain a sense of pride & accomplishment. Ages 5-12. 1st Saturday, 9am-12pm. Free. 2650 Main St. (530)528-8579. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 2nd.

First Sunday Breakfast; Mt. Shasta. Bring the family to enjoy this great all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet featuring over 20 delicious freshly made breakfast favorites. 8-11am. $8/adults, $4/kids. Mt. Shasta Community Center, 629 Alder St.

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Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Fri-Tues, 6:308:30pm. $50/lane (up to 8 bowlers); includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Watch native fish in the aquarium zigzag, wiggle & play with their food at feeding time. All ages. Wed-Sun, 10:30am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Museum aquarium, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773.

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Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Emphasis is on fun! Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. $5/ class, $20/5 classes; first class free. 932 W 8th Ave. (530)809-4932. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Oroville. Learn how to turn conflict into cooperation using 7 basic skills. Tonight’s topic: “Empathy: Handling the Fussing & the Fits.” For adults. Mondays, 9am-12pm, thru 4/20. Free, drop in okay. The Greater Oroville Family Resource Center, 1720 Daryl Porter Way. (530)897-6235.

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GOING PLACES APRIL Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. M/Tu, 10:30am-12pm. $7/hr dropin or $5/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6 thru adult. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. Unlimited classes $75/mo. Approved vendor for CORE Butte & S. Sutter schools. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste. B. (530)897-0326. Small Voices Class; Paradise. Introduces 3-5 year olds to the world of music through the use of songs, instruments & music appreciation. Children explore the sounds around them, & later present a music performance. Mon OR Tues,12:15-1:15pm, thru 4/28. $28/4-week session. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. Toddler Music Class; Chico. Children prepare for formal music instruction in this fun Kindermusik program as they learn musical concepts of high & low, slow & fast, smooth & bumpy, loud & soft, using rhythm instruments. Ages 1 1/2 to 3 years. Mon, 10:30am, thru 6/8. $53/month, first class free. The Wright Keys of Musical Arts, 556 Vallombrosa. (530)413-5803. Tot Time; Paradise. Enjoy quality time with your toddler doing arts & crafts, music & other activities. Ages 0-5, siblings welcome. Mondays. 11:15am-12:15pm. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896.

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Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Tue/ Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm, M/F 7-9pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo-2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Big Bounce Hoop Camp; Redding. Boys & Girls in grades 3-8 learn & develop skills in passing, shooting,

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES dribbling, ball handling, defense & team play. M/T/W, 4/6-4/8, 1-5:30pm. $75. Pre-reg. Juniper School Gym, 375 Ellis St. (530)225-4095. Children’s Drawing & Painting Classes; Redding. Paint with watercolors at the beginning of April, then switch to painting with acrylics throughout the rest of April & May. Ages 5-18. Mon, 4-5pm (ages 9-13); Tues, 4-5pm (ages 5-9); Th, 4-5:30pm (ages 13-18). $50/4 classes. All Fired Up Paint it Yourself Ceramic Studio, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2206. G-Force High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. $50/mo. G-Force Gymnastics, 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Kids Cooking Class; Redding. In this hands-on class, children are given a full cooking experience by learning to chop, measure, taste their creations & clean up. Ages 5-10. Mon, 3-4pm. $20/month (Y members free + $1 materials fee per class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Little Bounce Hoop Camp; Redding. Boys & Girls in grades K-2 with limited or no sports experience are welcome to come join this basketball camp. Fun games & basic fundamentals are taught in an organized sports setting. M/T, 4/6-8, 8am-12pm. $50, pre-reg. Juniper School Gym, 375 Ellis St. (530)225-4095. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Share time together in an art studio atmosphere & create memories together while painting on ceramics. Studio fee: $3.50/ages 18 & under, $4.50/adults; + cost of pottery. 11am-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing music to children. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y-members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun watch-

ing your child run, jump & tumble. Safe, supervised & fun gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: “Tiny tots” ages 0-8, 11am-12pm (older siblings welcome) & Ages 7+, 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. Pickleball is a racquet sport played on a badminton court with a hard paddle & a whiffleball. Beginners welcome. Two locations: M/W/F/Sat, 9-11am & T/Th: 3-5pm at Enterprise Park Outdoor Roller Rink, 4300 Victor Ave. Evening play on Tues, 5:30-7:30pm at Sequoia School Tennis Courts, 625 Lowe St. Free. (530)225-4095. Spring Adventures; Redding. Camp adventures full of crafts, movies, games & more! Enjoy the break with an action-filled week. Ages 6-12. M-F, 4/6-10, 7:30am5:30pm. Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Spring Break Camp: Exploring Food Webs; Redding. Join Turtle Bay for a week of fun. This year’s theme is Exploring Food Webs. Children are invited to engage in activities, crafts & experiments throughout the Park. Ages 8-12. 4/6-10, 9am-4pm. $160-$180, pre-reg, limited to 16 participants. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)242-3108. Spring Break Horse Camp; Anderson. Children learn to tend to horses’ needs & learn riding basics & teamwork, in a comfortable environment with indoor & outdoor arenas. Taught by authorized horse professionals. Ages 6 & up. 4/6-10, 9am-1pm. $100/day or $450/week. NorCal Riding Stables, 21260 Hawes Rd. (530)515-8958. Spring Break Swim Lessons; Redding. Group swim class instills confidence in an aquatic environment as children learn pool rules & safety, play aquatic games, & become comfortable with submerging in water. Ages 2-12. April 6-10, choose morning or afternoon session time. $40/5-day session (Y members $35). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530)246-9622. Y Spring Break Camp For Preschool & School-Age Children; Redding. School holiday childcare provides fun, age-appropriate activities throughout the day

at a safe school campus location. Ages 2-5 years at Manzanita YMCA Collaborative Preschool; Grades K-8 at Manzanita School. April 6-10, 7am-6pm. Snacks provided, bring lunch. $125-$145, pre-reg required. (530)246-9622. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd.

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Affordable Keyboarding Classes For Youth & Teens; Mt. Shasta. Learn how to play what you hear, write your own music, & read all genres of music with instructor Brittin Beckstrand. Ages 5-17. Mondays, 3pm. $10/ class, pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Community Nutrition Support Group; Mt Shasta. Come join a fun & safe group where learning to love nutritious foods helps you with your weight & overall mood. Bring a friend & enjoy the fun! Adults. 12-1pm. 1st & 3rd Mon. $5. Mountain Fitness, 1630 S. Mt Shasta Blvd. (530)926-6010. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Join an early childhood facilitator with your young child each week to play & learn through exploration, creativity & sensory play. Ages 0-5 years. Mondays, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Parenting NOW! Classes; Fort Jones. Parents, grandparents, relatives & friends of young children learn how they can ensure success in school & in dealing with challenging behaviors. Includes childcare & dinner. All ages. Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm, thru 5/18. Free. Scott Valley Family Resource Center, 11920 Main St. (530)468-2450. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:15-6:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners),

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Musical Theatre Classes For Youth & Teens; Red Bluff. A fun-filled class where students learn dance, voice & theatre by acting out characters, singing & bringing stories to life. Mondays thru 6/1. Ages 7-10: 6:20-7:20pm; Teens: 5:10-6:10pm. $55/month or $16/ drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent-organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks & field trips. Children to socialize with peers & parents visit with other parents. Ages 0-5. Mondays, 10-11:30am. Free. First Church of the Nazarene (enter from Cedar St. parking lot), 900 Johnson St. (530)921-2760. Preschool Storytime; Corning. Preschool age children will enjoy this weekly story hour. Activities include stories, crafts & playing instruments. 10-11am. Corning Library, 740 3rd St. (530)824-7050.

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Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Healthy Parent. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/class. Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Buddy Guy In Concert; Chico. Legendary blues man Buddy Guy has shared the stage with Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Rolling Stones & Eric Clapton, who calls him “without a doubt the best guitar player alive.” All ages. 7:30pm. $34-52. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; build a supportive network & share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 ext. 119. For Kids At The Turner Art Activities; Chico. Handson creative activities for kids in grades 1-12 who are interested in art. Led by CSU, Chico art education faculty & students. 3:30-5pm. Free, pre-reg. The Turner Museum, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-4476. Nurturing Parenting Class; Chico. Participants learn about a set of parental attitudes & behaviors that play a significant role in childrearing. Supports growth & development in parents & youth. Tonight’s topic: “Alternatives to Spanking.” For adults. Tues, 6-9pm, thru 4/14, drop ins welcome. Free. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytime At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones, ages birth to 5, of all abilities, with their siblings. Come sing, dance, read & play. 2:30-3:30pm. Free, pre-reg encouraged. Rowell Family Empowerment of N. CA, 3075 Cohasset Rd., #2. (530)899-8801. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. M/Tu, 10:30am-12pm. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/class card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6 thru adult. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+,

7-8:30pm. Unlimited classes $75/mo. Approved vendor for CORE Butte & S. Sutter schools. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste. B. (530)897-0326. Small Voices Class; Paradise. Introduces toddlers ages 3-5 year olds to the world of music through the use of songs, instruments & music appreciation. Children explore the sounds around them, & later present a music performance. Mon OR Tues,12:15-1:15pm, thru 4/28. $28/4-week session. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. State Parks & Homeschool, A Partnership In Success; Oroville. Lake Oroville Visitor Center offers participants an interactive & enjoyable learning experience. Topics include science, history, physics, astronomy & survival training. Ages 7 & up. 1st Tues, 10-11am, thru 5/5. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Tue/ Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm, M/F 7-9pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10), 6-7pm, weather permitting. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)209-4198. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Whether new to the game or wanting to practice, this is the place for you. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages. 6-7:30pm. Free, everyone’s welcome. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Children’s Drawing & Painting Classes; Redding. Paint with watercolors at the beginning of April, then switch to painting with acrylics throughout the rest of April & May. Ages 5-18. Mon, 4-5pm (ages 9-13); Tues, 4-5pm (ages 5-9); Th, 4-5:30pm (ages 13-18). $50/4 classes. All Fired Up Paint it Yourself Ceramic Studio, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2206. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines; learn safety, basic skills & social interaction, 4-4:45pm, $45/mo; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise, 4-5pm, $50/mo. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $4/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Girl’s Gymnastics & Dance Class; Redding, Twirl & thrive in this fun, upbeat class for girls where gymnastics meets dance. This circuit class incorporates gymnastics, ballet & other dance genres. Ages 4-8. Tuesdays, 3:45-4:45pm. $20/mo (Y members $10). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Lil’ Chefs Class; Redding. Fun & educational cooking experience, including following directions, shape and sensory exploration, fine motor skills & more. Ages 3-5. Tuesdays, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y members Free + $1 materials fee/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622 Little Gymnast Class; Redding. Learn basic, age-appropriate skills & drills on floor, beam, bar & springboard. Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am. Ages 3-6. $20/mo (Y members $10). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions. “Tiny Tots” ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 7+: 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Storytime; Redding. Weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. 10-10:30am. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)229-5124.

Committed to Helping Your Children Succeed! Junction Elementary School is the Small District That Makes a BIG Difference! Junction offers a balanced, rigorous curriculum and a broad range of extra-curricular activities. The Arts Classroom Music (TK thru 5th), Band (4th thru 8th)

Elementary Music Performances & Band Concerts several times a year

Science Camp 6th Graders attend Whiskeytown Environmental School Camp every Spring

Physical Education Elementary SPARK Physical Education, Daily P.E. Instruction at Middle School

Technology Computer Labs on BOTH campuses Student Government Elementary & Middle School Student Government

Clubs Art Club & Math Club, Career Paths Athletics Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Baseball & Track

Library with Certificated Librarian Full Day Kindergarten Transitional Kindergarten Before & After School Program (7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. No charge. M - F open until 5:30 p.m. - hourly rate)

Preschool: 530-547-3267

Junction’s professional staff, outstanding students and actively involved parents work together to continue the tradition of excellence that has been the hallmark of Junction School District for generations.

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Call Today for a Tour! 530-547-3274 9087 Deschutes Road • Palo Cedro • www.junctionesd.net

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GOING PLACES APRIL

Coming to Red Bluff, Quartetto Gelato is a Canadian new classical quartet that presents an exotic blend of romantic arias, pyrotechnical solos, showpieces, & blazing gypsy music. All ages. 7:30pm. $10-$30. See the 9th (Tehama County).

Talk-Read-Sing Playgroup; Anderson. Babies, toddlers, & their caregivers enjoy a fun weekly storytime & playgroup. Ages 0-3. Th, 3pm, thru 6/30. Free. Manter House, 1683 Manter Dr. (530)365-6183. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome; must be able to identify right & left hands. $30/mo (Y members $15). Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. Spring Break Horse Camp; Anderson. Fun & educational camp taught by authorized horse professionals of NorCal Riding Stables. Ages 6 & up. 4/6-10, 9am1pm. Daily or weekly, see the 6th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm $7/class; $5/youth; $20/4 classes, members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Painting For Kids Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun classes provide kids with tips & tricks for color, composition, shading & more. Ages 6-16. Tu/Th, 3-4:30pm. $10/

class, includes basic supplies; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Adoptive Parents Support Group; Paradise. Are you an adoptive parent? Parents of all forms of adoption are invited to meet other adoptive parents to share support & encouragement. 2nd Wednesday, 9:30-11:30am. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6241 Skyway. (530)879-3861. Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bach To Basie Concert; Chico. The Chico State Concert Band & the university’s Jazz II join forces to perform a wide array of concert music including Bach, Barnes, big band, fusion & original student compositions. All ages. 7:30pm. Free. CSU, Chico’s Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-6333. Belly Dance Fitness For Moms; Paradise. A fun class of fitness warm-up, cardio & strengthening exercises.

Includes nutrition guidance, snack & child care. For mothers of children who are 0-5. Free! Wednesdays, 11:15am-12pm, year-round. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories, & craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. The Book Club; Paradise. A time for parents to rediscover the joys of reading, while children enjoy their own book club at the same time, & decorate a book tote. Books provided, RSVP to ensure yours. For parents & their children 0-5yrs. 2nd & 4th Wed, 10:15-11am. Free. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Toddler Music Class; Paradise. Children prepare for formal music instruction in this fun Kindermusik program as they learn musical concepts of high & low, slow & fast, smooth & bumpy, loud & soft, using rhythm instruments. Ages 3-4. Wed, 2:30pm, thru 5/13. $53/ month, first class free. Paradise Elementary School, 588 Pearson Rd. (530)413-5803. Tot-Nastics; Paradise. Basic gymnastics for ages 3-5, includes strength-building exercises, tumbling, & balance beam. Wed, 4/8-29 or Th, 4/9-30, 12:151:15pm. $28. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530) 872-6393. Basketball: Men’s Drop-In; Paradise. Teams formed each week for scrimmage play. 6-8pm. See the 1st. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. 1:30pm. See the 1st. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Chico. Tonight’s topic: “Encouragement: Honoring Your Children so They Can Honor You.” Learn to turn conflict into cooperation using 7 basic skills in this weekly free class series. Drop-ins welcome. W, 9am-12pm, thru 5/6. Free. See the 1st. “Just For Fun” Toddler/Preschooler Activities; Chico. Ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on enrichment activities together. 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Special Education Community Meeting; Redding. Parents, teachers, students, community members & anyone with an interest in special education are invited to attend. Facilitated by Shasta County Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education. 2nd Wed, 5:30-7:30pm. Free. Shasta SELPA Conference Room, 1524 Magnolia Ave. (530)945-2706. Ala-Teen Meeting; Redding. For those teens affected

by someone else’s drinking. 6:30-7:30pm. See the 1st. Elementary Mandarin Class For Children; Redding. Grades pre-K−5 learn beginning Mandarin through music, stories, games, writing & more. Wed, 4:30-5:15pm, thru 5/27. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Wednesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6+), 6-7pm;. Middle school power tumble, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Healthy Natural Body Care; Redding. Educate yourself on all aspects of creating your own natural home & bodycare products. Wednesdays, thru 4/15. See the 1st. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the children’s storyroom. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group offered by First 5 Shasta. 6-7:30pm. See the 1st. Spring Break Horse Camp; Anderson. Fun & educational camp taught by authorized horse professionals of NorCal Riding Stables. Ages 6 & up. 4/6-10, 9am-1pm. Daily or weekly, see the 6th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Nurturing Parenting Class Series; McCloud. 12week program focusing on developmental needs of young children. Learn the foundation needed for nurturing, healthy family relationships, developmentally appropriate activities & expectations, & effective discipline techniques. Dinner & childcare provided. For adults. 5:30-7:30pm. Free, pre-reg required. McCloud Community Resource Center, 304 West Minnesota St. (530)964-3250. Second Wednesday Knit Night; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels of knitters & crocheters. An opportunity to gather, inspire & share ideas & projects. Ages 16+. 6pm-8pm. Free. Snow Creek Studios, 416 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-3000. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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GOING PLACES APRIL dren will enjoy this weekly story hour. Activities include stories, crafts & playing instruments. 9:30am. Red Bluff Library, 645 Madison St. (530)527-0604. Beginners Ballroom Class; Red Bluff. In this fun class for beginners, styles of ballroom dance rotate monthly. Ages 25-95. W, 7:30-8:30pm, thru 6/3. See the 1st.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Adult World Dance Class; Chico. Learn the art & fun of adult line, circle & couple dancing. Monthly class, 7-8:30pm. $20/mo. Chico Area Recreation & Park District, 2320 N Ave. (530)895-4711. After-School Storytime At Chico Library. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. 3pm. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Babies Love Books; Oroville. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. 10am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Big, The Musical; Chico. Enjoy an energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical about young Josh Baskin, who wishes he was ‘big’ & wakes up one morning with a body of a 30 year old. Expect lots of upbeat singing & dancing. All ages. 7:30pm. $15-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Oroville. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better selfcare, & resources. 2nd Thursday, 11am-1pm. Greater Oroville Family Resource Center, 1720 Daryl Porter Way. (530)809-0444. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market. Certified farmers market features fresh produce, cut flowers, plant starts, nuts, honey, a wide variety of locally prepared foods, non-profit info, local artisans, a “Kid Zone,” local entertainers & more! 6-9pm. Broadway between 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)354-6500. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. “Our Community – Our Responsibility: Keeping Downtown Chico Beautiful, Clean & Safe”; Chico. FreeFROM communityBIRTH... event showcases Downtown Chico’s FOR LIFE Clean & Safe programs & services, shares info about its campaign partners, & raises funds. 6-9pm. Downtown Chico City Plaza. (530)354-6500. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Sweet Repeats Kids’ Consignment Sale Opening Day; Chico. Visit the North State’s favorite spring conof Shady Oaks Lic#455405949 signment sale event for everything baby, kids, teens & maternity! Register online to sell; no registration Limited Openings For Childrenneeded to shop. Great perks to event’s volunteers, Ages 12 tooffered 24 Months Old. check website for details.10am-7pm. Free. Silver Dollar Loving Nuturing Care. Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)636-2448. The Dads Group; Paradise. BringingSkills. devoted & dediBuilding Self-Help cated fathers together in a friendly environment to build Dedicated Napping Area. & strengthen families. 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-6:30pm. Free for dads who have at least Affordable one child whoRates! is 0-5yrs. Diapers Accepted. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Call n&otheir The Park Needs Seeds; Chico. Children w for&ahow families learn about seeds as food, schthe ooanimals l of Bidwell Park spread them. Meet one touof the center’s resident animals, do interactive activitiesr! & make a craft. Ages 3-5. 10am. $12. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th. (530)891-4671. Tot-Nastics; Paradise. Basic gymnastics for ages 3-5, includes strength-building exercises, tumbling, & balance beam. Wed, 4/8-29 or Th, 4/9-30, 12:15-1:15pm. $28. Terry Ashe Recreation Center,6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd. 1410 Victor Chico Rockstars ToddlerAve. MusicRedding Class; Chico. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, (530) 222-0355 rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am www.shadyoaksmontessori.com & Thu, 4pm. See the 2nd.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. 9:15-10am. See the 2nd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Library Storytime: Race Cars! Race car fans, come enjoy a car program with NASCAR official Butch Schaefer. Featured stories are Speedway, & NASCAR Truck Sounds. Coloring, stickers & a craft presented too. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Holiday Paintball Palooza Camp For Youth; Redding. Spend the day at Redding Paintball Park & enjoy team play, games & paintball fun! Ages 11-17. 9:30am4:30pm. $60/full day, $15 extended hours. Redding Paintball Park, 19000 Spring Gulch Rd. (530)945-2880. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the storytime each week with stories, songs & a fun craft. 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Shastafjell Barnesklubb; Palo Cedro. This Scandinavian youth program of Sons of Norway explores the culture & language of Scandinavia through a variety of activities that vary each month. All ages. 5:30pm. Free. IOOF Hall, 22551 Silverlode Lane, Palo Cedro. Please RSVP at (541)388-5004. Scooterville Social; Redding. Bring your ride & hang out with other motor scooter enthusiasts at this monthly

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gathering. All ages. 2nd Thursday, 6:30pm. Location varies, call for info. (530)604-6020. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5:30pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Thu & Sat 1010:45am. See the 2nd. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Little Explorers: Our Earth; Redding. Ages 2-5 & their caregivers explore different aspects of our planet & how it’s important. 10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-8: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 2nd. Spring Break Horse Camp; Anderson. Fun & educational camp taught by authorized horse professionals of NorCal Riding Stables. Ages 6 & up. 4/6-10, 9am-1pm. Daily or weekly, see the 6th. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers/early walkers & caregivers. 11-11:45am. See the 2nd. Youth Agility Class; Redding. Kids have a great time while increasing flexibility & balance, plus reinforce their motor skills. Ages 5 & up. Th, 9-10am or 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA. See the 2nd.

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TEHAMA COUNTY

Quartetto Gelato In Concert; Red Bluff. This dazzling ensemble enchants audiences & critics worldwide with their exotic blend of romantic arias, pyrotechnical solos, showpieces, & blazing gypsy music. All ages. 7:30pm. $10-$30. First Church of God, 1005 S. Jackson St.(530)727-8727. Beginning Tap Classes For Youth; Red Bluff. Students learn the basics of tap dance in a fun & encouraging environment. Ages 6-16. Th, 5:10-6:10pm. See the 2nd. Hip Hop Classes; Red Bluff. Learn the basics of hip hop dance in a fun, encouraging environment. Thursdays thru 6/4, drop-Ins welcome. Two age groups: Ages 6-10, 4-5pm; Ages 10-23, 6:20-7:20pm. See the 2nd. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 2nd.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Big, The Musical; Chico. Enjoy an energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical about young Josh Baskin, who wishes he was ‘big’ & wakes up one morning with a body of a 30-yearold. Expect lots of upbeat singing & dancing. All ages. 7:30pm. $15-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. Year-round market featuring a fruit & vegetable store, & urban farm. EBT accepted. Winter hours 2-5:30pm. CARD Community Park, 1010 Cleveland Ave. (530)680-3217. Chico International Folk Dance Club; Chico. World line, circle & couple dances. Instruction first, then request dancing. 7:30pm. $2/person. Chico Creek Dance Centre, 1144 W. First St. (530)774-2287. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. Parent supervision required. All ages; under 3yrs must wear swim diapers. 5-8pm. $2/ person. Chico WaterSprites, 2280 Ivy St., Suite 110. (530)342-2999. Karaoke Night; Durham. Bring the family for karaoke fun. Refreshments served. All ages welcome. 2nd Friday, 6pm. Free. Durham Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Storytime & Craft At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories, craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Sweet Repeats Kids’ Consignment Sale; Chico. Huge 4-day spring consignment sale event for everything baby, kids, teens & maternity. 10am-7pm. Free admission & parking. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)636-2448. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Toddler Storytime At Chico Library. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd. Time Out For Moms Support Group; Chico. Take “time out” for encouragement, learning & fun! Programs for the kids too. Fridays thru 5/29. All ages. 9-11am. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

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Alive After Five Art Night; Redding. Relax & unwind with refreshments & desserts while painting with family & friends. 2nd Friday, 5-8pm. $3 studio fee per painter + cost of ceramics. Call to reserve a table. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Animals: Creature Feature; Redding. Meet the real stars of Turtle Bay Exploration Park: the animals! This meet & greet features a different animal each week to meet up close. Fridays, 1:30pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Grasshopper Baseball; Redding. Little ones ages 3-5 learn baseball skills taught as non-competitive, fun activity. Fri, 4/10-5/1, 4-4:45pm or 5-5:45pm. $24; optional t-shirt +$6. Grasshopper Sports Zone, 1250 Parkview field. (530)225-4095. Music Adventures Class For Toddlers; Redding. Children 9 months to 4 years explore the world of music with their parent/guardian. Introduction to musical instruments & music appreciation in a fun setting. Fri, 4/10-5/1, 9:30-10am. Enterprise Community Room, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Today 10am-12pm & 7-9pm. $5. See the 3rd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 3rd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. For teens & parents too! See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri 9-11pm, Sat 9-midnight. See the 3rd. Spring Break Horse Camp; Anderson. Fun & educational camp taught by authorized horse professionals of NorCal Riding Stables. Ages 6 & up. 4/6-10, 9am-1pm. Daily or weekly, see the 6th. The Grapes Of Wrath Theater Production; Redding. A powerful & deeply affecting stage version of one of the masterpieces of American literature. All ages. 7pm. See the 3rd.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES cheerleading or tumbling practice - work on anything you like. Coach helps w/spotting. All ages/abilities. $5/ hr or $65/mo all-gym pass (includes classes). Sat, 10am-12pm. 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Choral Concert: Worthy To be Praised; Chico. The CSU, Chico University Chorus, Chamber Singers & Acappella Choir come together to present a spring concert highlighting the best of American gospel & spiritual repertoire. All ages. 7:30pm. $6-$15. Harlen Adams Theatre, Performing Arts Center 144, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-6333. Composting & Vericomposting Workshop; Oroville. Learn cheap, easy ways to start & maintain a compost bin, using leaves, garden materials & kitchen scraps to create soil enrichments. Also learn to make a simple worm bin for kitchen scraps, & benefit from the castings worms make. 10am. Southside Oroville Community Center, 2733 Wyandotte. (530)532-1205. Kids Club Craft Workshop: Lady Bug Clay Pot; Chico. Kids make a fun spring craft today. Ages 3 & up, with supervision. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/ class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Paradise Cook-Off Fundraiser; Paradise. Taste some amazing food prepared by master & amateur chefs demonstrating their culinary skills & special recipes at this fun-filled evening. Includes food samplings, live entertainment & raffle games. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Paradise Ridge. All ages. 5:30-9:30pm. $15/person, $50/family of 4. Paradise Elks, 1100 Elk Ln. (530)899-0335. Pet Adoption Event; Chico. Join Butte Humane Society animal shelter at the Chico Petsmart 11am-3pm & let the professionals from the shelter help you find your new forever companion. Adoptions during the event earn BHS an extra donation from PetSmart Charities. Chico PetSmart, 2019 Forest Ave. Info: (530) 343-7917. Spanish Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories, songs & a craft for all ages, in Spanish. 2pm.

Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Sweet Repeats Kids’ Consignment Sale; Chico. Huge 4-day consignment sale event for everything baby, kids, teens & maternity. 9am-5pm. Free admission & parking. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)636-2448. ‘Tween Movie Night; Durham. Ages 10-13 are invited to enjoy a free movie at the library. 6-9pm. Signed parental permission slip required. Durham Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Walk4Water Fundraiser; Chico. Inspirational, fun & educational event for all ages. Learn what it’s like to walk for water in a developing country. Bring a bucket to fill at a creek & carry on a 2K or 5K walk. Visit educational stations on the route. 8:30am. Donation: $15/adult/ teens, $5/child (12 & under). Bidwell Park One Mile Recreation Area, 4th & Cypress. (530)342-5746. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th. Education Stations At Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Bring the family to enjoy exciting & engaging activities each Sat. in April. 1-3pm. See the 4th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 4th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. 10am-12pm. See the 4th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yoyo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY

“Airports For Autism” Fun Run/Walk Fundraiser; Redding. Run, walk, or roll on a runway! A unique experience for anyone, of any age, whether walking as a family or competing in a 5k race. Courses start near the airport’s main runway & end at Fire Station 7 with music, refreshments, kids’ activities, & booths with autism info. 5K race, 8:30am; fun walk, 8:45am. $15/

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 2nd. School Readiness Playgroup; Red Bluff. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational play group. Fri, 10-11:30am. See the 3rd. Sign Dance; Red Bluff. Deaf, hearing, & hard of hearing students learn the fundamentals of dance. Classes are signed in ASL/PSE. Ages 8-adult. Wed, 5:10-6:10pm & Fri, 1:25-2:25pm, thru 6/5. See the 3rd. Preschoolers' Dance Combo Class; Red Bluff. An hour of fun where children learn tap, jazz & ballet along with important social skills. Ages 3-5. 5:10-6:10pm. Fridays. See the 3rd.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Arturo O’Farrill Octet Concert; Chico Performances. Hot Latin rhythms, a blistering horn section, & award-winning composer, musician and educator Arturo O’Farrill will make it hard to sit still. All ages. 7:30pm. $16-32. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333 Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. Get extra

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GOING PLACES APRIL

Shrub & Perennial Pruning Workshop; Mt Shasta. Landscape professional Sarah Alexander shares pruning techniques for the beautification & health of your shrubs & perennial flowers. Learn when, how & why to prune. Ages teens & adults.10am-12pm. Free, bring chair & sunhat. Spring Hill Nursery & Gardens, 1234 Nixon Rd. (530)926-2565. Vietnamese Spring Rolls Workshop; Mt. Shasta. Instructor Lac Lai shares the traditions of Vietnamese spring rolls & demonstrates the process of making them. Each participant makes a set of spring rolls to take home. All ages (children with supervision). 1:303pm. $10, includes ingredients; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. 9:45-11:45am. See the 4th. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. 3-4:30pm. See the 4th.

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Jewelry Making For Kids Workshop; Mt. Shasta. Participants choose beads & closures to create a necklace or bracelet. Ages 6-12. 1:30pm. $10, includes stringing material & basic set of beads; other beads & focal pieces are available for purchase, or bring your own. Pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. See the 6th. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Oroville. Learn to turn conflict into cooperation. Tonight’s topic: “Consequences: Helping Children Learn From Their Mistakes.” Drop ins welcome. Mondays, 9am-12pm, thru 4/20. Free. See the 6th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 6th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 7-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Tot Time; Paradise. Enjoy quality time with your toddler doing arts & crafts, music & other activities. 11:15am. See the 6th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. 9am1pm. See the 4th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 2nd.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Garden Party Fundraiser; Chico. Celebrate with a traditional gourmet Mexican meal, silent auction, Latin musical performance, & tons of fun! This Butte Environmental Council event raises funds for community gardens. All ages. 4-8pm. $30/adults, entry for ages 15 & under is 10¢ per inch of child’s height. Arc Pavilion, 2040 Park Ave. (530)891-6424. Sweet Repeats Kids’ Consignment Sale Final Day; Chico. Huge 4-day consignment sale event for everything baby, kids, teens & maternity. Today 9am-2pm. Free admission & parking. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)636-2448. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. Today 2pm Matinee. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Quidditch; Redding. The newest game all the way from Hogwarts! Quidditch is a unique, co-ed sport with a mix of elements from rugby, dodgeball & tag. Learn the fundamentals, strategies & skills needed to play. Sun, 4/12-5/17, 2-4pm. $45 per participant. Enterprise Park, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Trike Obstacle Course Event; Redding. Kids wind their way through a tricycle obstacle course, & enjoy a walk with the “eagle lady.” Raffle for trikes, scooters & helmets. Free book too! Ages 0-5. 10am– 1pm. Free. At Dana Trail near monolith at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. (530)355-5135.

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Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo-2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Read-N-Play: Baby Bookworms; Redding. Babies & parents will enjoy storytime for growing imaginations, followed by playtime. Ages 0-2. 10:3011:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Read-N-Play at Lassen View; Redding. Tots & younger siblings will enjoy singing, romping, & fun with books & music. Ages 2-5. 11am-12pm. Free. Lassen View Elementary, 705 Loma Vista Dr. (530)244-4150. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring

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Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Ages 5-12 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. Leapin’ Lizards Class; Redding. Designed for the “child in transition.” ages 2-3. 9-9:45am. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. See the 4th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri 9-11pm, Sat 9-midnight. See the 4th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 4th. The Grapes Of Wrath Theater Production Final Performance; Redding. A powerful & deeply affecting stage version of one of the masterpieces of American literature. All ages. 7pm. See the 3rd.

friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. G-Force High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. See the 6th. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Families share time together creating in an art studio atmosphere. 11am-5pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. See the 6th.

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Affordable Keyboarding Classes For Youth & Teens; Mt. Shasta. For ages 5-17. Learn to play what you hear, write your own music, & read all genres of music. Mondays, 3pm. See the 6th. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn with your young child through exploration, creativity & sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages 0-5 years. 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th. Parenting NOW! Classes; Fort Jones. Anyone parenting or working with children can learn how to help children succeed in school & ways to deal with challenging behaviors. M, 5:30-7:30pm, thru 5/18. See the 6th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Preschool Storytime; Corning. Preschool age children will enjoy this weekly story hour. Activities include stories, crafts & playing instruments. 10-11am. Corning Library, 740 3rd St. (530)824-7050. Musical Theatre Classes For Youth & Teens; Red Bluff. A fun-filled class where students learn dance, voice & theatre. Mondays thru 6/1. Ages 7-10: 6:207:20pm; Teens: 5:10-6:10pm. See the 6th. Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. 10-11:30am. See the 6th.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Breastfeeding. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/ class. Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS.

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GOING PLACES APRIL The Mom Spot; Paradise. A place for mothers of preschool age children to connect. Includes speaker, craft, breakfast, & free onsite childcare. For ages 0-5 & mothers of preschoolers. 2nd & 4th Tues, 9-11:30am, thru May. Annual $10 reg fee. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Nurturing Parenting Class; Chico. Participants learn about parental attitudes & behaviors that play a significant role in childrearing. Tonight’s topic: “Learning Positive Ways to Deal With Stress & Anger.” 6-9pm, drop ins welcome. Free. See the 7th. Picnic in the Plaza; Chico. Bring a lunch or grab a bite from one of the food trucks; enjoy a variety of provided entertainment. All ages. 11:30am-1pm. Free. Downtown Chico City Plaza, 400 Broadway St. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. Playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. 2:30-3:30pm. See the 7th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 6th Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd.

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Diapers & Duct Tape For Dads; Redding. Dads & tots get together for a fun playdate. Ages 0-2. 12-1pm. Free. Creekside Counseling Center, 1170 Industrial St. (530)722-9957. Haven Humane Society’s 2nd Tuesday Dinner Club; Redding. Enjoy dinner at The Savory Spoon while a portion of the night’s proceeds go toward benefitting the animals at Haven Humane. All ages. 5-9pm. The Savory Spoon, 1647 Hartnell. Info: (530)241-1653. Read-N-Play at Boulder Creek Elementary; Redding. Tots ages 2-5 will enjoy singing, romping, & fun with books & music. Younger siblings welcome too! 10:30am-11:30am. Free. Boulder Creek Elementary School, 505 Springer Dr. (530)244-4140. Read-N-Play: Preschool Page Turners; Redding. Kids will have a blast during story time, followed by music, crafts & play time. Ages 3-6. 10:30am11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Read-N-Play at Rother Elementary; Redding. Tots & their younger siblings will enjoy singing, romping, & fun with books & music. Ages 2-5. 10:30am-11:30am. Free. Rother Elementary School, 795 Hartnell Ave. (530)244-4220. Spring Fling Event; Redding. Features booths for parents of children ages 0-5 offering information about health, literacy, insurance & cooking. Storytime for tots in the Pediatrics waiting room. 10am-12pm. Free. Shasta Community Health Center, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5806. Talk-Read-Sing Playgroup; Anderson. Babies, toddlers, & their caregivers enjoy a fun weekly storytime & playgroup. Ages 0-5. 3-4pm. Free. Manter House, 1683 Manter Dr. (530)365-6183. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 7th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6+) 4-5pm. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. See the 7th. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. 10am. See the 7th. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA. See the 2nd.

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Painting For Kids Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun classes provide kids with tips & tricks for color, composition, shading & more. Ages 6-16. Tu/Th, 3-4:30pm. $10/ class, includes basic supplies; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

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School Readiness Playgroup; Los Molinos. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational playgroup. Receive age appropriate information about your child. Explore with crafts, rhymes, songs, & book reading. Ages 0-5. Tues, 10-11:30am. Free. Los Molinos Elementary School, 7700 Stanford Ave. (530)384-7833. Nurturing Parenting Class Series; Los Molinos. A great program for parents & their children ages 5-12. Enhances self-worth, empathy, discipline & empowerment. Dinner provided; childcare available for children under age 5. 5-7pm. Free. Los Molinos Elementary School, 7700 Stanford Ave. (530) 527-8491 ext. 3127.

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Family Fun Night; Paradise. Celebrate your family with monthly themed crafts & activities, games, prizes & free dinner. Ages 0-5, + siblings & families. 3rd Wed, 5:30-7pm, thru 12/16. Free for families with at least one child 0-5yrs. Paradise Ridge Family resource Center, 9249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories, & craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Basketball: Men’s Drop-In; Paradise. Teams formed each week for scrimmage play. 6-8pm. See the 1st. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. 1:30pm. See the 1st. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Chico. Tonight’s topic: “Positive Intent: Turning Resistance Into Cooperation.” Learn to turn conflict into cooperation using 7 basic skills in this weekly free class series. Drop-ins welcome. W, 9am-12pm, thru 5/6. Free. See the 1st. “Just For Fun” Toddler/Preschooler Activities; Chico. Ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on enrichment activities together. 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st.

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Cottonwood Library Celebrates WOYC; Cottonwood. Features a special ocean-themed storytime especially for Week of the Young Child. Ages 0-5. 11:30am-12:30pm. Free. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Discipline That Works; Redding. Weekly “parents helping parents” group. Fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children are welcome. Child care provided. Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm, thru 5/27. Free. Lassen View Elementary, 705 Loma Vista D. (530)225-0350. Grasshopper Soccer; Redding. Pre-soccer skills are taught in this non-competitive, fun weekly activity for ages 3-5. Wed, 4/15-5/6; two session times: 4-4:45pm or 5-5:45pm. $24, optional t-shirt $6. Grasshopper Sports Zone, 1250 Parkview field. (530)225-4095. Happy Valley Big Car Race; Anderson. Children harness foot power to run a cardboard box racecar to the finish line. Family resource info & free dinner too. Ages 0-5. 4:30-6:30pm. Free. Happy Valley Shasta Head Start Center, 16300 Cloverdale Rd. (530)357-2131. It Is Better When We Work Together; Redding. This preschool event highlights the Little Red Hen story with fun activities including baking, taste

testing, crafts, games & songs. Each child receives a goody bag & book provided by First 5 Shasta. 9-11am. Free, pre-reg required. Held at Manzanita YMCA Collaborative Preschool, 1240 Manzanita Hills Ave. (530)246-9622. Lunch With Community Helpers; Burney. Join the community’s safety personnel for a children’s tour of fire trucks & other safety vehicles, & share a free lunch together. Ages 0-5. 11am-1pm. Free. Intermountain Community Center, 37477 State Hwy 299 East. (530)335-4600. Read-N-Play At Alta Mesa Elementary; Redding. Tots ages 2-5 will enjoy singing, romping, & fun with books & music. Younger siblings welcome too! 11am-12pm. Alta Mesa Elementary, 2301 Saturn Skyway. (530)224-4130. Read-N-Play Event; Redding. Singing, romping, & fun with books & music for ages 2-5. Younger siblings welcome! 11:15am-12:15pm. Free. Shasta Meadows Elementary School, 2825 Yana Ave. (530)224-4180. Shasta Roots & Shoots; Redding. Roots & Shoots is the community action & learning program of the Jane Goodall Institute. Meet 9:30am. at Cloverdale Loop Trailhead. All ages. RSVP for more info. (541)388-5004. Storytime in Burney; Burney. Toddlers & preschoolers will enjoy fun stories & crafts. Geared for ages 2-5. 10-11am. Free. Burney Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Welcome To The Jungle: A Family Adventure; Redding. Parents & their young children enjoy jungle-themed games, a coloring contest, a book walk, & storytime with R.E.A.D dogs. Family photos, parent resources, & free book & goodie bag to first 100 children. Ages 0-5. 10am-1pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Mall (near JC Penney), 900 Dana Dr. (530)242-2020. Ala-Teen Meeting; Redding. For those teens affected by someone else’s drinking. 6:30-7:30pm. See the 1st. Elementary Mandarin Class For Children; Redding. Grades pre-K−5 learn beginning Mandarin through music, stories, games, writing & more. Wed, 4:305:15pm, thru 5/27. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Wednesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm;Tumble-fun (ages 6+), 6-7pm;. Middle school power tumble, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Healthy Natural Body Care; Redding. Educate yourself on all aspects of creating your own natural home & bodycare products. Wednesdays, thru 4/15. See the 1st. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the children’s storyroom. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group offered by First 5 Shasta. 6-7:30pm. See the 1st.

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Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

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Preschool Storytime; Red Bluff. Preschool age children will enjoy this weekly story hour. Activities include stories, crafts & playing instruments. 9:30am. Red Bluff Library, 645 Madison St. (530)527-0604. Beginners Ballroom Class; Red Bluff. In this fun class for beginners, styles of ballroom dance rotate monthly. Ages 25-95. W, 7:30-8:30pm, thru 6/3. See the 1st. Sign Dance; Red Bluff. Deaf, hearing, & hard of hearing students learn the fundamentals of dance. Classes

GOING PLACES APRIL are signed in ASL/PSE. Ages 8-adult. Wed, 5:106:10pm & Fri, 1:25-2:25pm, thru 6/5. See the 3rd.

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After-School Storytime At Chico Library. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. 3pm. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Babies Love Books; Oroville. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. 10am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Butte Humane Society At Thursday Night Market; Chico. Drop by the BHS booth at the downtown Thursday Night Market for an update from the shelter. Learn about available animals & browse adorable merchandise. All ages. 6-9pm. Free. Thursday Night Market, 305 Wall St. (530)343-7917. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 11am-1pm. Butte College Foster/Kinship Care Ed Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Kindergarten Round-Up; Palo Cedro. Join Redding Christian School for their Kindergarten Round-Up. Half tuition scholarship drawing for new families during open house. 6:30pm. Free. Redding Christian School, 21945 Old 44 Dr. (530)547-5600. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Spend the afternoon playing Wii with your friends. Ages 10-17. 3rd Thursday. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. See the 2nd. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. 9:15-10am. See the 2nd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd.

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Adoptive Parents Support Group: “Coffee & Conversation”; Redding. Adoptive parents meet to share, problem solve, give & receive support. 3rd Thursday, 10-11:30am. Childcare available. Call for location: Lilliput Children’s Services. (530)722-9092. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. For parents or grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age. 1st & 3rd Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Children & teen grief support groups also available based on need. Call for info. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Diapers & Duct Tape For Dads; Redding. Dads get together with other dads with children ages 0-2. 5-7pm. Free. Creekside Counseling Center, 1170

Industrial St. (530)722-9957. Grasshopper Softball; Redding. Little ones ages 3-5 learn softball skills as a non-competitive, fun activity. Th, 4/16-5/7, 4-4:45pm or 5-5:45pm. $24; optional t-shirt +$6. Grasshopper Sports Zone, 1250 Parkview field. (530)225-4095. Healthy Family Fun Night; Shasta Lake City. Celebrate The Week of the Young Child. Explore fun physical activities matched to your child’s development, make-n’-take stations, easy-to-make healthy foods, snacks, & entertainment. Free book to first 100 children! For ages 0-5 & their families. 4:30-6:30pm Free. John Beaudet Senior Center, Clair Engle Park, 1525 Median Ave. (530)225-0411. t’s a Big, Big World, So Let’s Take Care Of It; Redding. Celebrate Week of the Young Child at Turtle Bay doing fun activities. Includes children’s book reading & activity with award-winning author, Linda Boyden (10am). 9am-2pm: reduced admission: $6-$8. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)242-3108. KIXE Storytime; Redding. Featured book is See How They Grow: Chick with guest reader Shannon Phillips. Songs, stickers, craft & free book too. Ages 0-5. 603 N Market St. (530)243-5493 x 112. Petting Zoo & Story Celebration; Anderson. Special guest storyteller is author Linda Boyden! Mini petting zoo, story, health snack, stickers, free puzzle & book. Ages 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Anderson Library, 3200 West Center St., Anderson. (530)365-7685. Read-N-Play: Ginger at Mistletoe; Redding. Tots & younger siblings will enjoy singing, romping & fun with books & music. Ages 2-5. 11:15am-12:15pm. Free. Mistletoe Elementary, 1155 Mistletoe Lane. (530)224-4100. Shasta College Spring Plant Sale; Redding. 3-day sale features sustainably grown flowering, perennial, herb & vegetable plants, trees, & shrubs. CA native plants, certified organic veggie starts, drought-tolerant landscape plants, house plants, & the newest annual colors. Proceeds support Shasta College’s Horticulture program & student scholarships. 8am-5pm. Shasta College campus at the Farm, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. Showcase Of Storytelling; Redding. “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt,” storytime models ways parents can share books & stories with children. Songs, puppet show, craft & healthy snack. Each child receives a free book. Ages 0-5. 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the storytime each week with stories, songs & a fun craft. 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. The 39 Steps Theater Show; Redding. This 2-time Tony Award winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs. Over 150 zany characters are played by a

The Chico Children’s Faire offers an exciting day of fun for children and families, plus an array of resource information geared for parents. Come by the North State Parent’s booth to say hello and make a craft – we look forward to meeting you! See the 18th (Butte County).

ridiculously talented cast of 4. Part Hitchcock, part juicy spy novel, & a dash of Monty Python. All ages. $8-$10. 7-9pm. Riverfront Playhouse, 1620 East Cypress Ave. (530)243-8877. Where the Wild Things Are; Burney. Interactive family activities based on Maurice Sendak’s book Where the Wild Things Are. Take family photos, make monster puppets. Free dinner & book. Ages 0-5. 5:30-7pm. Free. Shasta Head Start, 38234 Hwy 299 E. (530)335-2415. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5:30pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Th & Sat 1010:45am. See the 2nd. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding.

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Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-8: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 2nd. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers/early walkers & caregivers. 11-11:45am. See the 2nd. Youth Agility Class; Redding. Kids have a great time while increasing flexibility & balance, plus reinforce their motor skills. Ages 5 & up. Th, 9-10am or 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA. See the 2nd.

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Adoptive Parent Support Group; Mt. Shasta. Led by Leslie Damschroder, MSW, post-adoption social worker, this group helps caregivers & adoptive parents by providing support & training. 3rd Th, 9:30-11:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)879-3861. Intermediate Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. Painting For Kids Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun class provides kids ages 6-12 with tips & tricks for color, composition, shading & more. Tues & Thurs, 3-4:30pm. See the 2nd.

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Toddler Playgroup; Red Bluff. Time to laugh & play in this fun-filled playgroup. Ages 1-3, siblings welcome. Fridays, 9-10am, thru 5/29. Free. Jackson Heights School, 225 Jackson St, Rm 21. (530)527-7214. Beginning Tap Classes For Youth; Red Bluff. Students learn the basics of tap dance in a fun & encouraging environment. Ages 6-16. Th, 5:10-6:10pm. See the 2nd. Hip Hop Classes; Red Bluff. Learn the basics of hip hop dance in a fun, encouraging environment. Thursdays thru 6/4, drop-Ins welcome. Two age groups: Ages 6-10, 4-5pm; Ages 10-23, 6:20-7:20pm. See the 2nd. www.northstateparent.com • April 2015

GOING PLACES APRIL Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 2nd. School Readiness Playgroup; Corning. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational play group. Th,10-11:30am. See the 2nd.

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Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fridays, 10am-12pm. $10 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Rhythm ‘N Motion XIII; Paradise. Join the Paradise Dancers, the heart of the Paradise community, as they put together a variety of different dances & performances that are guaranteed to captivate. All ages. $10-$20. 7pm. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. (530)877-9771. Storytime & Craft At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories, craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Toddler Storytime At Chico Library. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. See the 10th. Time Out For Moms Support Group; Chico. Take “time out” for encouragement, learning & fun! Programs for the kids too. Fridays thru 5/29. All ages. 9-11am. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

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Down on the Farm; McArthur. An afternoon of fun interactive family activities based on Raffi’s “Five Little Ducks.” Make animal puppets, take family photos. Free dinner & book. For ages 0-5 & their families. 2-4pm. Free. Shasta Head Start, 44219 A St., McArthur. (530)336-5380. Fantastic 5 Senses Fun; Redding. Children & parents/caregivers explore the 5 senses with a series of fun, hands-on art & science activities. Free book to first 70 families. Ages 0-5. 9:30–10:30am. Free. Redding Cooperative Preschool, 658 Mary St. (530)241-4355. Peter Pan Musical; Redding. Join Wendy, Michael, John & Peter Pan in this timeless Broadway musical that will whisk you away to a place where dreams are born & no one ever grows up. All ages. $12-$24. 7pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Schreder Planetarium Public Shows; Redding. Tonight hop through constellations, groove to planetarium space music, discover what living creatures might look like on different worlds, & search for extra-terrestrial intelligence, in Spring Night Sky, Cosmic Safari, & SETI. All ages. 7-9pm. $7. Schreder Planetarium, 1644 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0295. Shasta College Dance Festival: Galte Parisienne; Redding. Showcases dance & the creative spirit in collaborative works of choreographers & dancers from Shasta College dance classes, alumni & the Redding community. All ages. 7:30pm. $5-$7. Shasta College Theatre, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. Shasta College Spring Plant Sale; Redding. 3-day sale

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES features sustainably grown flowering, perennial, herb & vegetable plants, trees & shrubs. CA native plants, certified organic veggie starts, drought-tolerant landscape plants, house plants, & the newest annual colors. Proceeds support Shasta College’s Horticulture program & student scholarships. 8am-5pm. Shasta College campus at the Farm, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. Toddler Tales; Redding. Weekly story time for toddlers 18mo-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250 The 39 Steps Theater Show; Redding. This 2-time Tony Award winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs. 7-9pm. See the 16th. Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Today 10am-12pm & 7-9pm. $5. See the 3rd. Animals: Creature Feature; Redding. This meet & greet at Turtle Bay Exploration Park features a different animal each week to meet up close. Fridays, 1:30pm. See the 3rd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 3rd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. For teens & parents too! See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd.

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Introduction To Illustration Workshop Series; Mt. Shasta. Taught by professional illustrator Baruch Inbar, this 3-day workshop is for authors & others who would like to use illustrations in a personal project. Workshop goal is to create a fully developed project. Ages teens & adults. Fri, 1-4pm, Sat & Sun 2-5pm. $180/9 hours; pre-reg required, 8 spots available. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296.

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Sign Dance; Red Bluff. Deaf, hearing, & hard of hearing students learn the fundamentals of dance. Classes are signed in ASL/PSE. This unique class allows hearing students to explore deaf culture & learn some American Sign Language. Ages 8-adult. Wed, 5:10-6:10pm & Fri, 1:25-2:25pm, thru 6/5. $55/ month. $16/drop-in. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 2nd. Preschoolers' Dance Combo Class; Red Bluff. An hour of fun where children learn tap, jazz & ballet along with important social skills. Ages 3-5. 5:106:10pm. Fridays, 5:10-6:10pm. See the 3rd.

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California Nut Festival; Durham. Fantastic regional food, celebrity chef demos, art barn, music & much more. Meet farmers, learn about locally grown food.

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All ages. 11am-4pm. $25-$30/adult, $10/child 7-12yrs, under age 6 free; $3 on-site parking; free trolley from downtown Chico; free bike valet. Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway. (530)342-4359. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Chico Children’s Faire. Free, fun family event with lots of hands-on activities & entertainment for young children, & local resource information for parents. All ages welcome, geared for children ages birth to 8yrs. Come by the North State Parent Magazine booth & make craft! 10am-2pm. Free. Chico City Plaza, Broadway & 4th Sts. Childbirth Preparation Weekend Workshop; Chico. Trained nurses help prepare expectant parents for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes individual & family choices, including natural breathing, relaxation techniques & pain management options. April 18 & 19: Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $125/ couple, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Chinese Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories in Chinese. 3pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Kids Club Craft Workshop: Clothespin Bug Magnet; Chico. Kids make a fun spring craft today. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Kids Fishing Day; Magalia. Enjoy a day of family fun at Paradise Lake’s picnic area as well as the north shore. For ages 3-15 & their families. 6am-3pm. Free event; affordable snack bar on site. Paradise Lake, corner of Coutolenc & Lucretia Rds. (530)877-4971. Jazz X-Press: Sounds of Jazz; Chico. Exciting annual spring concert showcasing Northern California’s best nighttime jazz. Directed by Chico State Professor Rocky Winslow; includes new arrangements by students. All ages. 7:30pm. $6-$15. Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-6333. Rhythm ‘N Motion XIII; Paradise. Join the Paradise Dancers, the heart of the Paradise community, as they put together a variety of different dances & performances that are guaranteed to captivate. All ages. $10-$20. 1pm & 7pm. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. (530)877-9771. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th. Education Stations At Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Bring the family to enjoy exciting & engaging activities each Sat. in April. 1-3pm. See the 4th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 4th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. 10am-12pm. See the 4th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yoyo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. See the 4th.

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A Night of Music; Redding. Audiences are in for a fun night of pop, rock & country music with performances by local singer-songwriters Brian Johnson, Steffany Gretzinger, Amanda Cook, Hunter Thompson & Leah Valenzuela. $20-$35. 7pm. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)241-0552. Bow Wow Luau Fundraiser; Redding. Hula Halau Kulikelaulani dancers are the featured performers in this event that includes dinner, a raffle, fire dancers & more. Benefits the animals of Another Chance Animal Welfare League. All ages. 5pm. $25. Redding Senior Center, 2290 Benton Dr. (530)547-7387. “Getting a Good Night’s Sleep” Lecture; Redding. Christina Caselli, ND, will discuss details on sleep cycles, how much sleep is enough, how sleep affects hormones, & good sleep hygiene. All ages. 11am12:30pm. Free. Orchard Nutrition, Cypress Square Shopping Center, 221 Locust St. (530)925-3221. Grasshopper Triathlon; Redding. Caregivers & their children (ages 3-5) hop, ride & run in a

GOING PLACES APRIL non-competitive 3-part race: run; bike, trike or scoot; hop on ball hoppers. Bring bike or trike & helmet. 9:30-10:30am. $5 entry, free to watch. Enterprise Community Park, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Great Cloth Diaper Change Event; Redding. Help attempt a new world record for most cloth diapers changed at one time, while learning about cloth diapering. Diapers available to use during the event. Snacks, raffle prizes & fun! For caregivers with little ones ages 0-2. 10:30am-12pm. Free. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St., Redding. (530)3598077. Healthy Kids Day Open House; Redding. Families are invited to participate in fun activities, health screenings, demos, swimming, prizes, & learning ways for creating a healthy & active lifestyle. 10am-3pm. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kids Club Craft Workshop: Clothespin Bug Magnet; Redding. Kids make a fun spring craft today. Ages 3 & up, with supervision. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Love Your Pet Expo & North State Super Adoption Event; Anderson. Free pet-friendly event with lots of fun activities for kids & pets. Low-cost vaccinations, heartworm testing, microchipping, nutrition & safety info. “Be a Tree” teaches kids about dog-bite prevention. 10am-4pm. Hawes Farms, 21923 Dersch Rd. (530)515-6262. “Paddle Science” Ecosystem Class For Youth; Redding. Youth ages 8 & up are invited to explore the ecosystems in our region through kayaking at Whiskeytown Lake. Learning about plants, animals, & their habitats will be a blast. Saturdays, 4/18-25, 9am-3pm. $65/4 weeks or $32/2 weeks, by pre-reg. (530)225-4095. Peter Pan Musical; Redding. Join Wendy, Michael, John & Peter Pan in this timeless Broadway musical that will whisk you away to a place where dreams are born & no one ever grows up. All ages. $12-$24. 7pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Preschool Enrollment Carnival; Redding. Children 3-5 & their families enjoy engaging activities, healthy refreshments & prizes while learning about quality preschool programs. Hourly story times & free book too. 9am-1pm. Free. Early Childhood Services, 43 Hilltop Dr. (530)225-2999. R.E.A.D. Dog Program; Redding. Children read to registered therapy dogs from the Reading Education Assistance Dogs program resulting in greater self-confidence & improvement in reading & communication skills. Ages preschool-6yrs. 3rd Saturday, 1-3pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm. Behind City Hall, enter at Parkview Ave. (530)226-7100. Science Saturday: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle; Redding. Learn about the importance of the 3 R’s with Turtle Bay educators &volunteers. Explore ways you can make a greener Earth! 11am-3pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Shasta College Dance Festival: Galte Parisienne; Redding. Showcases dance & the creative spirit in collaborative works of choreographers & dancers from Shasta College dance classes, alumni & the Redding community. All ages. 7:30pm. $5-$7. Shasta College Theatre, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. Shasta College Spring Plant Sale; Redding. Features flowering, perennial, herb & vegetable plants, trees & shrubs, grown sustainably. CA native plants, certified organic veggie starts, drought-tolerant landscape plants, house plants, & the newest annual colors. Proceeds support Shasta College’s Horticulture program & student scholarships. 9am-4pm. Shasta College campus at the Farm, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. The Big Race; Redding. Before today’s race day, parent & child (aged 2-8) design, build & decorate a cardboard box race car. Race “heats” are by age group. Caregivers assist at pit stops; all

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES racers receive a trophy & free book. Register at www. redding2030.com. Starts 10am. Free. Big League Dreams Sports Park, 20155 Viking Way. (530)2554911. Tugboats & Toolboxes; Redding. Children ages 3-5 & their caregivers use kits to build a tugboat or a toolbox. Learn about family resources too. 1-4pm. Free. Market St. Promenade, 1623 Market St. (530)244-0117. “Artist For The Day” Studio Time; Redding. Be an “artist for the day” painting ceramics with specialty paints & various creative tools. All ages. 11am6:30pm. See the 4th. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Couples enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. See the 4th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Thu & Sat 10-10:45am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Ages 5-12. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. Leapin’ Lizards Class; Redding. Designed for the “child in transition.” ages 2-3. 9-9:45am. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. See the 4th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri 9-11pm, Sat 9-midnight. See the 4th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 4th. The 39 Steps Theater Show; Redding. This 2-time Tony Award winning treat is packed with nonstop

laughs. 2pm & 7pm. See the 16th.

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Gardening With Perennials Workshop; Mt Shasta. Katie Jessup, nursery owner & landscape designer, shares wisdom & tips for practical care of perennial flowers, shrubs & ornamental trees. Ages teens & adults; plus kid’s seed-starting workshop (see listing below). 10am-12pm. Free, bring chair & sunhat. Spring Hill Nursery & Gardens, 1234 Nixon Rd. (530)926-2565. Kids Day Festival!; Weed. This family event in honor of the Week of the Young Child features booths with a wide range of fun activities for kids. Includes healthy snacks & drinks. All ages. 10am-3pm. Free. Bel Air Park, College Ave. (530)938-9914. Kids Seed-Starting Workshop; Mt Shasta. Sandi Belton leads a kids’ workshop on seed starting in a mini greenhouse, for ages 6 & up. 10am-12pm. Free, bring chair & sunhat. Spring Hill Nursery & Gardens, 1234 Nixon Rd. (530)926-2565. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. 9:4511:45am. See the 4th. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. 3-4:30pm. See the 4th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Round Up Parade; Red Bluff. Part of Tehama Co.’s Round-Up Week, April 17-19. This year’s theme is “Legends & Legacy of the Red Bluff Round-Up.” The parade winds its way through downtown Red Bluff 10am-12pm. A grand Procession of riders, horses & dazzling costumes. (530)527-6220. Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. 9am1pm. See the 4th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 2nd.

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Yoga Essentials 101 Workshop; Redding. In this 2-hr workshop, Coach Annie teaches yoga from basics to more advanced for a healthy lifestyle & relaxation.12-2pm. $47, includes use of props & mats. Balance Yoga Center, 169 Locust St. (530)225-4095. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. 10:30am. See the 5th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm. See the 5th.

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Ladies Day Out Open House; Mt. Shasta. Sacred Mountain Spa invites you to their fun Open House event. Bring a friend or two & enjoy champagne or sparkling cider, appetizers & fun! Gift bags for first 25 attendees, raffle prizes & hourly demos. Learn about their new organic skin care line & get discount on spa merchandise & services. 1-4pm. Free. Sacred Mountain Spa, 2224 W.A. Barr Rd. (530)926-2331.

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Lyme Disease Support Group; Chico. Offers monthly support for those suffering with Lyme disease, & their family, friends & caregivers. 3rd Mon, 5:30-7pm. Independent Living Services of Northern CA, 1161 East Ave. (530)891-8204. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. See the 6th. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Oroville. Learn to turn conflict into cooperation. Tonight’s topic: “Loving Guidance in Action.” Drop ins welcome. Mondays, 9am-12pm, thru 4/20. Free. See the 6th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 6th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd.

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Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Shallow Water Lifeguard Training; Redding. Learn lifeguarding duties & responsibilities in a blended traditional & re-certification format. Upon successful completion, participants receive a Shallow Water Lifeguard CPR & First Aid certification. Ages 15 & up. 4/20-23, 9am-5pm. $195; pre-requisite swim test & pre-reg required. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. www.northstateparent.com • April 2015

GOING PLACES APRIL Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. See the 7th. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. 10am. See the 7th. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA. See the 3rd. The Kids' Turn Divorce Workshop Series in Redding can help parents and children navigate through emotional challenges and experiences brought about by separation and divorce. See the 22nd (Shasta County).

G-Force High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. See the 6th.

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Community Nutrition Support Group; Mt Shasta. Come join a fun & safe group where learning to love nutritious foods helps you with your weight & overall mood. Bring a friend & enjoy the fun! Adults. 12-1pm. 1st & 3rd Mon. $5. Mountain Fitness, 1630 S. Mt Shasta Blvd. (530)926-6010. Preschoolers Earth Day Activities With Bayla Greenspoon; Mt. Shasta. Children learn songs, move to music, & do activities to celebrate Earth Day! For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Affordable Keyboarding Classes For Youth & Teens; Mt. Shasta. For ages 5-17. Learn to play what you hear, write your own music, & read all genres of music. Mondays, 3pm. See the 6th. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn with your young child through exploration, creativity & sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages 0-5 years. 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th.

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TUESDAY

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Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; build a supportive network & share. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 ext. 119. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Offers mother-to-mother support for breast-

feeding. Babies & young children welcome. 3rd Tues, 9am. Free. 7 Governors Ln. (530)487-4109. Picnic in the Plaza; Chico. Bring a lunch or grab a bite from one of the food trucks; enjoy a variety of provided entertainment. All ages. 11:30am-1pm. Free. Downtown Chico City Plaza, 400 Broadway St. Picnic in the Plaza; Chico. Bring a lunch or grab a bite from one of the food trucks; enjoy a variety of provided entertainment. All ages. 11:30am-1pm. Free. Downtown Chico City Plaza, 400 Broadway St. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytime At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Tonight’s topic: Baby Massage Basics. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. See the 7th. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. Playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. 2:303:30pm. See the 7th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 6th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd.

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Building Self-Worth With Kristen Stroud; Mt. Shasta. Parent educator Kristen Stroud, MA, will discuss why parental involvement is key to helping kids form accurate, healthy self-perceptions in ages birth to 6. Dinner & childcare provided. For adults. 5:30-7:30pm. Free, pre-reg required. First Baptist Church, 812 Lassen Lane. (530)926-1400. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. Painting For Kids Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun class provides kids ages 6-12 with tips & tricks for color, composition, shading & more. Tues & Thurs, 3-4:30pm. See the 2nd.

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Nurturing Parenting Class Series; Los Molinos. Fun program for parents & their children enhances self-worth, empathy, discipline, & empowerment. Tu, 5-7pm. Free. See the 14th. School Readiness Playgroup; Los Molinos. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational play group. Tu, 10-11:30am. See the 14th.

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Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. 1:30pm. See the 1st. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Chico. Tonight’s topic: “Empathy: Handling the Fussing and the Fits.” Learn to turn conflict into cooperation using 7 basic skills in this weekly free class series. Drop-ins welcome. W, 9am-12pm, thru 5/6. Free. See the 1st. “Just For Fun” Toddler/Preschooler Activities; Chico. Ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on enrichment activities together. 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st.

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Earth Day At Turtle Bay; Redding. Participate in a variety of fun, earth-focused activities. Learn to make recycled paper & useful devices out of plastic water bottles, conduct hands-on experiments to investigate the effects of pollution, learn about energy conservation & alternative energy sources. 9am-12pm. Free w/ park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Dance Explosion For Youth; Redding. Ages 4-7 learn a mixture of jazz, tumbling & creative movement from an energetic teacher that keeps everyone moving! Wed, 4/22-6/3, 2-3pm. $60/7 classes, pre-reg. Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Kids’ Turn Divorce Workshop Series; Redding. A child-focused, whole-family 6-week workshop series for families with separated or divorced parents. Children play in developmentally appropriate group classes while parents work on communication, conflict resolution & co-parenting skills. Ages 4+, with parents. Weds, thru 5/27. 6-7:30pm. Free, must prereg. Kids’ Turn Shasta. (530)244-5749. Redding Homeschool Network Science Fair; Redding. Come see projects of homeschooling students at this annual science fair. 1-3pm. Free. Redding Library Conference Room, 1100 Parkview Dr. (541)388-5004. Shasta College Earth Day Celebration; Redding. Promotes environmental awareness & sustainable practices. Event theme is “Water & the Drought Emergency.” Have fun with an Earth Day Expedition map, Water Wise trivia game, prizes, “Thrift Store Fashion Show,” poetry, live music & more. All ages. 10am2pm. Free. 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. Ala-Teen Meeting; Redding. For those teens affected by someone else’s drinking. 6:30-7:30pm. See the 1st. Elementary Mandarin Class For Children; Redding. Grades pre-K−5 learn beginning Mandarin through music, stories, games, writing & more. Wed, 4:305:15pm, thru 5/27. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Wednesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm;Tumble-fun (ages 6+), 6-7pm; Middle school power tumble, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group offered by First 5 Shasta. 6-7:30pm. See the 1st.

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Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

GOING PLACES APRIL Beginners Ballroom Class; Red Bluff. In this fun class for beginners, styles of ballroom dance rotate monthly. Ages 25-95. W, 7:30-8:30pm, thru 6/3. See the 1st. Sign Dance; Red Bluff. Deaf, hearing, & hard of hearing students learn the fundamentals of dance. Classes are signed in ASL/PSE. Ages 8-adult. Wed, 5:106:10pm & Fri, 1:25-2:25pm, thru 6/5. See the 3rd.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime At Chico Library. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. 3pm. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Babies Love Books; Oroville. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. 10am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Miss Gold Nugget Pageant; Paradise. Join in on the fun as Paradise Ridge High School juniors compete for the title of Gold Nugget Queen. Contestants will present a dress of their creation from the era of 18501899. All ages. Call for cost. 7pm. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. (530)872-8454. Plaza Palooza!; Chico. A fun-filled evening of nonstop entertainment designed to give local community & non-profit groups an opportunity to showcase their services. Presented by KZFR Community Radio, it’s sure to be a great night. 6-9pm. Downtown Chico City Plaza. (530)520-4742. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. The Dads Group; Paradise. Bringing devoted & dedicated fathers together in a friendly environment to build & strengthen families. 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-6:30pm. Free for dads who have at least one child who is 0-5yrs. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Spend the afternoon playing Wii with your friends. Ages 10-17. 3rd Thursday. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. See the 2nd. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. 9:15-10am. See the 2nd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd

John & Peter Pan in this timeless Broadway musical that will whisk you away to a place where dreams are born & no one ever grows up. All ages. $12-$24. 7pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the storytime each week with stories, songs & a fun craft. 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Shasta Gem & Mineral Society Class For Youth; Anderson. Learn wire wrapping techniques to create intricate bead & wire jewelry (pendant & earrings) using sterling silver wire. Th, 4/23-5/7, 5:30-8:30pm. $34/ 3 classes + $45 materials fee. Shasta Gym & Mineral Society, 6471 Airport Rd. (530)225-4095. Tap Dancing Fun; Redding. Ages 12 & up of all skill levels learn a variety of tap dance steps in this invigorating class. Th, 7-8pm, 4/23-6/4. Ages 12+. $70/8 classes. Teen Center, 58 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5:30pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Thu & Sat 10-10:45am. See the 2nd. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Little Explorers: Our Earth; Redding. Ages 2-5 & their caregivers explore different aspects of our planet & how it’s important. 10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-8: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 2nd. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers/early walkers & caregivers. 11-11:45am. See the 2nd. Youth Agility Class; Redding. Kids have a great time while increasing flexibility & balance, plus reinforce their motor skills. Ages 5 & up. Th, 9-10am or 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Elementary Open House & Children’s Music Presentation; Dunsmuir. All are welcome to visit the school & classrooms, meet the teachers, & enjoy the school’s evening music & dance program presented by students. 5:30pm. Free. 4760 Siskiyou Ave. (530)235-4828.

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Intermediate Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. Painting For Kids Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun class provides kids ages 6-12 with tips & tricks for color, composition, shading & more. Tues & Thurs, 3-4:30pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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Anderson Library Storytime: Spanish! Come learn some words in Spanish & check out the new books donated by the Spanish Club! Color & make your own button. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Peter Pan Musical; Redding. Join Wendy, Michael,

There's much fun to be had at the Kids’ Day Festival in Weed! Starts off with a free pancake breakfast and features lots of exciting activities the whole family will enjoy. See the 18th (Siskiyou County).

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Tehama District Fairgrounds Free to ALL! Free to ALL! Free to ALL! The Children’s Fair is celebrating 27 years of family fun! Agencies, organizations and clubs distribute information to families, while providing kid-friendly crafts and activities at their booths. Please join us for a fun-filled day for kids of all ages. The Children’s Fair is a project of the Tehama County Education Foundation and the Tehama County Department of Education. For more information call 527-5811.

projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 2nd. School Readiness Playgroup; Corning. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational play group. Th,10-11:30am. See the 2nd.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Babies & young children welcome. 4th Monday, 10am. Free. Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 208 W First St. (530)487-4109. Mary Poppins The Musical; Chico. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a new way: as a practically perfect musical presented by California Regional Theatre. As Mary Poppins says, “Anything can happen if you let it.” Ages 5 & up. 7:30pm. $15.50-$23.50. Center for the Arts, 1475 East Ave. (800)722-4522. Storytime & Craft At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories, craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. 7-10:30pm. $6.25-$6.50, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the 3rd. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. See the 10th. Time Out For Moms Support Group; Chico. Take “time out” for encouragement, learning & fun! Programs for the kids too. Fridays thru 5/29. All ages. 9-11am. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Peter Pan Musical Final Performance; Redding. Join Wendy, Michael, John & Peter Pan in this timeless Broadway musical that will whisk you away to a place where dreams are born & no one ever grows up. All ages. $12-$24. 7pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. www.northstateparent.com • April 2015

GOING PLACES APRIL Schreder Planetarium Public Shows; Redding. Learn about one of the most intriguing & mysterious phenomena in the universe, visit ancient sites where our ancestors discovered structures with astronomical relevance, & more, in Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity & Universe. All ages. 7-9pm. $7. Schreder Planetarium, 1644 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0295. Volunteer Orientation At Haven Humane; Anderson. Learn about Haven Humane Society & their volunteer opportunities.10-11am. Free. New volunteers to enroll in a dog & cat body language class at a later date ($20). Haven Humane Society, 7449 Eastside Rd. (530)241-1653. Sundial Bridge Tour; Redding. Take an interpretive tour of the Sundial Bridge led by Turtle Bay educators & docents who offer in-depth information about the building of the bridge, how it works, & stories. Ongoing Fri & Sat, 10am. Free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. Two hours of free play using gym equipment. All ages. Today 10am-12pm & 7-9pm. $5. See the 3rd. Animals: Creature Feature; Redding. This meet & greet at Turtle Bay Exploration Park features a different animal each week to meet up close. Fridays, 1:30pm. See the 3rd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 3rd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. For teens & parents too! See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the3rd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri 9-11pm, Sat 9-midnight. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

4th Friday Art Walk; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy receptions & view original art & prints at participating galleries in downtown Mt. Shasta. 4-7pm. (530)926-3000.

TEHAMA COUNTY

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES mental disabilities & their families. All ages. $10/$25. Online reg at the Arc Butte website. Event-day reg starts 7am; events 8am & 9:30am. Sycamore Field, Lower Bidwell Park. (530)891-5865. Autism Awareness Fair; Chico. Families, service providers & community members come together to make mutually-beneficial connections & raise awareness about autism. Resources, bounce house, games, food vendors & live band. All ages. 10am-2pm. Free. Rose Scott School, 850 Palmetto Ave. (First Baptist Church). (530)897-0900. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Craft Fair; Paradise. Part of Gold Nugget Days, this 37th annual 2-day event features over 100 artisan vendors offering hand-made art, crafts, food & more. Today 9am-5pm. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. Gold Nugget Days; Paradise. Expect loads of old-fashioned family fun! Includes Donkey Derby 9-10am at the Magalia Community Church. “Tales of the Gold” parade, children’s costume contest (2pm). Cowboy Chow BBQ & small county fair 1-4pm at the Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530) 872-8722. Kids Club Craft Workshop: Mother’s Day Card; Chico. Kids make a card for their moms today. Ages 3 & up, with supervision. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Mary Poppins The Musical; Chico. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a new way: as a practically perfect musical presented by California Regional Theatre. As Mary Poppins says, “Anything can happen if you let it.” Ages 5 & up. 7:30pm. $15.50-$23.50. Center for the Arts, 1475 East Ave. (800)722-4522. Melodrama Show; Paradise. A fun local parody on life in Paradise in the 1800’s, featuring local actors & artists. All ages. Call for cost. 7pm. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. (530)872-8454. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Symphonic Winds: Acclamations; Chico. Join the Chico State Band as they perform “Lauds” by Ron Nelson, “Litanies” by Martin Mailman, “Give Us This Day” by Maslanka, & other favorites. Features several guest chamber ensembles. All ages. 7:30pm. $6-$15. CSU, Chico’s Harlen Adams Theatre, 400 W. First St. (530)898-6333. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th.

Toddler Playgroup; Red Bluff. Time to laugh & play in this fun-filled playgroup. Ages 1-3, siblings welcome. Fridays, 9-10am, thru 5/29. Free. Jackson Heights School, 225 Jackson St, Rm 21. (530)527-7214. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 2nd. School Readiness Playgroup; Red Bluff. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational play group. Fri, 10-11:30am. See the 3rd. Sign Dance; Red Bluff. Deaf, hearing, & hard of hearing students learn the fundamentals of dance. Classes are signed in ASL/PSE. Ages 8-adult. Wed, 5:106:10pm & Fri, 1:25-2:25pm, thru 6/5. See the 3rd. Preschoolers' Dance Combo Class; Red Bluff. An hour of fun where children learn tap, jazz & ballet along with important social skills. Ages 3-5. 5:106:10pm. Fridays, 5:10-6:10pm. See the 3rd.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Arc In The Park Walk/Run; Chico. Achieve wellness when walking or running a 1-mile walk or 5K run among other “Arc In The Park” supporters in the rural splendor of Bidwell Park. Helps benefit local individuals with develop-

Education Stations At Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Bring the family to enjoy exciting & engaging activities each Sat. in April. 1-3pm. See the 4th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 4th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. 10am-12pm. See the 4th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yoyo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY

A Walk With Turtle Bay’s Horticulture Manager; Redding. Tour Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s amazing gardens with frequent stops for discussions about an interesting array of plants. Participant-driven program; bring a notebook & camera! 10:30am. Free w/park or garden admission ($4-$16). West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. All-Vintage Trailer Rally, Car Show & Marketplace; Redding. This nostalgic special event features a sidewalk sale, raffle prizes, BBQ & 10,000 square feet of vintage shopping that includes guest vendors. All ages. 10am-5pm. Free. Trends Vintage Marketplace, Cypress Square Shopping Center, 161 Locust St. (530)229-3600. Kids Club Craft Workshop: Mother’s Day Card; Redding. Kids make a card for their Moms today. Ages 3 & up, with supervision. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Kool April Nites Finale; Redding. With great cars, music & food, this year’s event is bigger & better than ever! Indoor-outdoor car show features 2000 cars, 150 auto-related vendors, live entertainment inside the mega-tent ($10), world-renowned cars & the builders that made them famous. All ages. 7-4pm. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)241-0552. Library Book Sale; Cottonwood. Get great deals on gently-used books for all ages. Hardbound books $1, paperback books 5 for $1 or 25¢ each. DVDs & video tapes $1. 11am-2pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Plant Talk: Essentials Of Micro-Irrigation; Redding. Now’s the time to find out all you need to know about easy-to-install, low-water usage, manual & automatic drip irrigation systems. 10am-12pm. Free w/park admission, $4-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm. Behind City Hall, enter at Parkview Ave. (530)226-7100.

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Whole Earth & Watershed Festival; Redding. Over 100 exhibitors, two live music stages & educational and hands on presentations. New “Dive In” tent features the work of inspiring young people & adults, with a special “youth maker” area for older children. Activities, prizes, young children’s zone, art show & yummy food. Visit North State Parent’s booth featuring hands-on fun for children & parents - say hello & enter to win giveaways! 10am-4pm. Free. Redding City Hall & Sculpture Park, 777 Cypress Ave. & along Marina Dr. (530)243-2403. “Under A Crescent Moon” Ballroom Dance Benefit; Redding. Redding School of the Arts presents a ballroom dance with the Festival Choir & Pat Karch Quintet, featuring Hillary Rogerson. Snack & drinks provided. 7-10pm. $20/person. Proceeds benefit the RSA Glee Club. Call for ticket info. Redding School of the Arts, 955 Inspiration Place, Stage 19. (530)530510-1903. “Artist For The Day” Studio Time; Redding. Be an “artist for the day” painting ceramics with specialty paints & various creative tools. All ages. 11am6:30pm. See the 4th. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Couples enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. See the 4th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Thu & Sat 10-10:45am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym For Kids; Redding. Ages 5-12. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. Leapin’ Lizards Class; Redding. Designed for the “child in transition.” ages 2-3. 9-9:45am. See the 4th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fully-matted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. See the 4th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri 9-11pm, Sat 9-midnight. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Community Baby Shower; Mt. Shasta. Join other expecting & new parents with children 6 months & under for presentations from local healthcare & child development pros, a mini-luncheon, prizes, gift baskets & more! 11:30-1pm. Free, space is limited, RSVP by 4/13. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Deer, Gopher, Bird & Squirrel Solutions Workshop; Mt Shasta. Learn nontoxic & biological solutions for deterring & repelling the furry & feathered friends from feasting on your foliage & food. Donna Wolfe & Micah Dobush team up for a lively discussion about controlling animal pests in the garden, orchard & yard landscapes. 10am-12pm. Free, bring chair & sunhat. Spring Hill Nursery & Gardens, 1234 Nixon Rd. (530)926-2565. Earth Day Celebration; Mt. Shasta. Mount Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center presents their annual Earth Day Celebration featuring informative talks, a nature walk, local vendors, info booths, food, music, kids’ activities & more! All ages. 12-5pm. Free. Mount Shasta City Park, 1315 Nixon Rd. River Dance Faeries Workshop; Mt. Shasta. Instructor Eve Care says water faeries have a lot to do with springtime & keeping nature in balance. Design & make your own river & a faery to dance in it. Delightful activity for all ages. 1-4pm. $12, includes supplies; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Children’s Playgroup; Dunsmuir. Join this fun social gathering for kids & parents offered by the Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. 3-4:30pm. See the 4th.

GOING PLACES APRIL TEHAMA COUNTY

Children’s Fair; Red Bluff. A fun-filled day for children of all ages! Kid-friendly crafts & activities are provided at booths sponsored by local organizations, agencies & clubs that provide services for young children. 10am-3pm. Free. Tehama District Fairgrounds, 650 Antelope Dr. (530)527-5811. Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. 9am1pm. See the 4th. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 2nd.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Velo’s Wildflower Century; Chico. Love to bike? Choose from the Wildcat 125 or 100, Wildflower 100 or 65, or an updated 60-mile Flatflower route. Food carts & live music. All ages. Check-in 5:30-8:30am. $15-$85. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)343-8356. Craft Fair; Paradise. Part of Gold Nugget Days, this 37th annual 2-day event features over 100 artisan vendors offering hand-made art, crafts, food & more. Today 9am-4pm. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. Gold Nugget Days; Paradise. The Gold Nugget Museum offers food, music & a time to relax. BBQ hoagie lunch (for sale 12pm), lots of live music performances, gold panning, blacksmithing, carnival, Doggone Doggy Contest (2pm), & petting zoo. Children’s Art Contest at the nearby Paradise Depot. Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530)872-8722. Mary Poppins The Musical; Chico. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a new way: as a practically perfect musical presented by California Regional Theatre. As Mary Poppins says, “Anything can happen if you let it.” Ages 5 & up. 2pm. $15.50-$23.50. Center for the Arts, 1475 East Ave. (800)722-4522. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue, 5:30-7pm ($3); Racing on Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm ($3-$10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. Today 2pm Matinee. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane (up to 8 bowlers); includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Watch native fish in the aquarium zigzag, wiggle & play with their food at feeding time. All ages. Wed-Sun, 10:30am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Museum aquarium, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Shasta Youth Symphony and Redding City Ballet Spring Performance; Redding. This uplifting event unites live music with live dance in “Feet and Bodies Moving Together,” featuring the Shasta Youth Symphony, dancers from the Redding City Ballet, and guests from the Shasta Symphony Orchestra. All ages. 3:15pm. $3. Shasta College Theatre, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

CASA Superhero Run & Walk; Yreka. Come in costume & join a caring family of superheroes helping make a difference for abused & neglected children. Families, friends, professionals and community & business leaders help raise awareness during this fun benefit that includes: Little Hero 1-miler, 12:30pm ($15); Little Hero & costume awards, 1pm; Superhero 3-mile run/walk, 2pm ($25). Doggie Costume Contest, 1:45pm ($5). Race-day reg open 12-12:30pm. Green-

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES horn Park. (530)841-0844. Community Baby Shower; Dunsmuir. An event to welcome new babies into the community. Learn about available resources & programs. Free gifts for babies & healthy food for moms & dads. For pregnant mothers & parents with infants. 1:30-3pm. Free, call to register. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Holistic Health Care In The Garden; Mt Shasta. Gisele Schoniger from Garden & Bloom Organic Soils visits Spring Hill Nursery to share her wisdom and insight on how to care for the health of your garden from the ground up. Soil sample bags given to first 30 participants. 11am-1pm. Free, bring chair & sunhat. Spring Hill Nursery & Gardens, 1234 Nixon Rd. (530)926-2565.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. See the 6th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 6th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo2yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy stories, fingerplays & playtime. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. G-Force High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. 7-8pm. See the 6th. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Families share time together creating in an art studio atmosphere. 11am-5pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. See the 6th. Tot Time; Paradise. Enjoy quality time with your toddler doing arts & crafts, music & other activities. 11:15am. See the 6th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

TEHAMA COUNTY

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Childbirth Preparation Class Series; Chico. Highly trained registered nurse instructors help prepare pregnant mothers for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes individual & family choices, including natural breathing & relaxation techniques, & pain management options. 4/28-5/26: T, 6-8pm. $125/couple, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. For Kids At The Turner Art Activities; Chico. Handson creative activities for kids in grades 1-12 who are interested in art. Led by CSU, Chico art education faculty & students. 3:30-5pm. Free, pre-reg. The Turner Museum, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-4476. Picnic in the Plaza; Chico. Bring a lunch or grab a bite from one of the food trucks; enjoy a variety of provided entertainment. All ages. 11:30am-1pm. Free. Downtown Chico City Plaza, 400 Broadway St. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. The Mom Spot; Paradise. A place for mothers of preschool age children to connect. Includes speaker, craft, breakfast, & free onsite childcare. For ages

0-5 & mothers of preschoolers. 2nd & 4th Tues, 9-11:30am, thru May. Annual $10 reg fee. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s Topic: Crying & Calming. Parents w/babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. See the 7th. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. Playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. 2:303:30pm. See the 7th. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun, on-going, hands-on science activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30-12pm. See the 7th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)2457253. Talk-Read-Sing Playgroup; Anderson. Babies, toddlers, & their caregivers enjoy a fun weekly storytime & playgroup. Ages 0-3. Th, 3pm, thru 6/30. Free. Manter House, 1683 Manter Dr. (530)365-6183. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 3rd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 7th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Fri-Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 3rd. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6+) 4-5pm. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills or watch your child run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. See the 7th. StoryTime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at a weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5. 10am. See the 7th. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st. Painting For Kids Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun class provides kids ages 6-12 with tips & tricks for color, composition, shading & more. Tues & Thurs, 3-4:30pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Nurturing Parenting Class Series; Los Molinos. Fun program for parents & their children enhances selfworth, empathy, discipline, & empowerment. Tues, 5-7pm. Free. See the 14th.

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Learning about the life of famed humorist & performer Will Rogers couldn’t be more entertaining than at the spectacular production of The Will Rogers Follies: A Life In Revue in Chico. It’s good fun for all ages. See the 29th & 30th (Butte County).

School Readiness Playgroup; Los Molinos. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational play group. Tu, 10-11:30am. See the 14th.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Belly Dance Fitness For Moms; Paradise. A fun class of fitness warm-up, cardio & strengthening exercises. Includes nutrition guidance, snack & child care. For mothers of children who are 0-5. Free! Wednesdays, 11:15am-12pm, year-round. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger. 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories, & craft. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. The Book Club; Paradise. Parents can rediscover the joys of reading, while children enjoy their own book club at the same time, & decorate a book tote. Books provided, RSVP to ensure yours. For parents & their children 0-5yrs. 2nd & 4th Wed, 10:15-11am. Free. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. The Will Rogers Follies: A Life In Revue; Chico. Celebrate the life of famed humorist & performer Will Rogers in this song & dance spectacular. With tapping wranglers, stunning showgirls, & rope tricks galore, this winner of six Tony Awards is a feel-good hit for all ages. $10-$20. Laxson Auditorium, 400 West 1st St. (530)898-6333. Basketball: Men’s Drop-In; Paradise. Teams formed each week for scrimmage play. 6-8pm. See the 1st. Chico Rockstars Preschool Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, percussion & basic music theory. 1:30pm. See the 1st. “Easy To Love, Difficult To Discipline” Class; Chico. Tonight’s topic: “Consequences: Helping Children Learn from Their Mistakes.” Learn to turn conflict into cooperation using 7 basic skills in this weekly free class series. Drop-ins welcome. W, 9am-12pm, thru 5/6. Free. See the 1st. “Just For Fun” Toddler/Preschooler Activities; Chico. Ages 2-5 & their parents enjoy fun hands-on enrichment activities together. 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Celebration; Redding. Enjoy an evening filled

with music & stories of the “first family” of traditional Celtic fiddlers. MacMaster is recognized as a master of the Cape Breton fiddle style. All ages. $29-$34. 7:30-10pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Ala-Teen Meeting; Redding. For those teens affected by someone else’s drinking. 6:30-7:30pm. See the 1st. Elementary Mandarin Class For Children; Redding. Grades pre-K−5 learn beginning Mandarin through music, stories, games, writing & more. Wed, 4:305:15pm, thru 5/27. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Wednesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm;Tumble-fun (ages 6+), 6-7pm;. Middle school power tumble, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group offered by First 5 Shasta. 6-7:30pm. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+; M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Taekwondo: Ages 10+; M/W, 5:156:45pm, Tu/Th (beginners), 5:15- 6:15pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: T/Th, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime At Chico Library. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. 3pm. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

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Babies Love Books; Oroville. Babies enjoy this special story time. For ages 18 mo. & under. 10am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market. Certified farmers market features fresh produce, cut flowers, plant starts, nuts, honey, a wide variety of locally prepared foods, non-profit info, local artisans, a “Kid Zone,” local entertainers & more! 6-9pm. Broadway between 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)354-6500. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Music & Arts Faire; Chico. A free fun-filled night of music, arts & education in this 2nd annual community event presented by CSU, Chico’s School of the Arts. 6-9pm. Downtown Chico City Plaza. (707)477-8615. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. The Dads Group; Paradise. Bringing devoted & dedicated fathers together in a friendly environment to build & strengthen families. 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-6:30pm. Free for dads who have at least one child who is 0-5yrs. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Spend the afternoon playing Wii with your friends. Ages 10-17. 3rd Thursday. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Big, The Musical; Chico. An energetic, humorous, & heartwarming musical for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 4th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd. Chico Rockstars Toddler Music Class; Chico. This fun parent-child music class focuses on movement, rhythm, singing, & percussion. Ages 1-2. Mon, 10:30am & Thu, 4pm. See the 2nd. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities include songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. 9:15-10am. See the 2nd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm. See the2nd. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 7-12, 6-7:30pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Tue practices, 5:30-7pm; Races held Th, 6-7pm & Sun, 5-6pm. See the 2nd. The Will Rogers Follies: A Life In Revue; Chico. Celebrate the life of famed humorist and performer Will Rogers in this song & dance spectacular for all ages. 7:30pm. See the 29th.

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Science Of Wine Winemakers’ Dinner; Ashland, OR. An elegant & delicious evening at the Ashland Springs Hotel featuring amazing local wines expertly paired with dishes prepared by Larks. Winemakers will introduce their wines & discuss pairings. Appetizers, 4-course dinner, raffle & auction items 6-10pm. $85$95.Benefits ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum. Ashland Springs Hotel, 212 E. Main St. (541)482-6767.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Library Storytime: Donuts. Today’s featured books are: Five Donuts From a Donut Shop & If you give a Dog a Donut.” Kids try a donut from Jack’s Donuts. Crafts, stickers & coloring too. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685.

Disney’s Beauty & the Beast Musical; Redding. Shasta High’s award-winning music department presents the first Disney classic brought to the Broadway stage. This production features professional costumes, staging & a live orchestra. Ages 5 & up. $12-$20. 7pm. David Marr Theater, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)243-8877. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the storytime each week with stories, songs & a fun craft. 10am. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5:30pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. “Simply Sinatra” Concert Featuring Steve Lippia & His Big Band; Redding. This tribute to Frank Sinatra features stunning vocals & a 10-piece big band. Lippia anchors the quintessential remembrance of “Old Blue Eyes” with uncanny charm & one of the best set lists of all time. All ages. $20-$40. 7:30-9:30pm. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Thu & Sat 10-10:45am. See the 2nd. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Open Gym: 5 & Under; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Little Explorers: Our Earth; Redding. Ages 2-5 & their caregivers explore different aspects of our planet & how it’s important. 10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-8: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 2nd. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers/early walkers & caregivers. 11-11:45am. See the 2nd. Youth Agility Class; Redding. Kids have a great time while increasing flexibility & balance, plus reinforce their motor skills. Ages 5 & up. Th, 9-10am or 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. Tu or Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

TEHAMA COUNTY

Beginning Tap Classes For Youth; Red Bluff. Students learn the basics of tap dance in a fun & encouraging environment. Ages 6-16. Th, 5:10-6:10pm. See the 2nd. Hip Hop Classes; Red Bluff. Learn the basics of hip hop dance in a fun, encouraging environment. Thursdays thru 6/4, drop-Ins welcome. Two age groups: Ages 6-10, 4-5pm; Ages 10-23, 6:20-7:20pm. See the 2nd. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 2nd. School Readiness Playgroup; Corning. Join the fun at this weekly developmental & educational play group. Th,10-11:30am. See the 2nd.

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