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CONTENTS 6 Be the Change: Jackie Glover: Empowering Kids By Carolyn Warnemuende

13 Keep Cool ‘til They’re Back in School By Desiree Gonzalez 16 Understanding Dyslexia By Victoria Tyra

7 Different Learning Styles: Do They Really Matter? By Carolyn Warnemuende

18 When Your Neighbor Has a Child with a Disability By Gary Shulman, MS. Ed.

10 Taming Morning Madness By Heather Lee Leap 12 Localicious: Douglass Ranch: Provides Wholesome Locally Raised Beef and Pork to the North State By Desiree Gonzalez

19 Families in Business: Meeks Lumber & Hardware: A Family-Run Business By Julie Marsh

20 Families in Business: Feather Down Farm Days: Oroville’s Chaffin Family Orchards By Alyxandra Stackfleth 21 Families in Business: G-Force Gymnastics By Julie Marsh 22 Children’s Oral Health Care Myths Every Parent Should Know By Anita Duhl Glicken, MSW

24 When Women Bond By Carolyn Warnemuende 28 Neighborhood Block Parties: Meeting in the Middle of the Road By Sharyn Fields 30 Childcare Directory 31 Going Places Family Events Calendar

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On the Cover: Gordon Lee, age 8, is a student at Blue Oak Charter School in Chico. He enjoys baseball, playing the piano and violin, and playing with LEGO bricks. He also loves to read fun books and drawing. Photography: Photographer Emily Hajec of Chico, CA loves how photography introduces her to wonderful people and allows her to creatively record memories for them in a style that's fun, fresh and modern. For more information and to contact Emily, visit Emily Hajec Photography online at www.emilyhajec.com or call (775) 686-9033.

As we put the final touches on our August issue, it tickles me to share this month’s offerings with you. Our community-focused articles include a Chico traditional get-together: a giant neighborhood block party! Sounds fun, doesn’t it? This feature article could help you feel encouraged to do the same in whatever North State neighborhood you live in. We’ve also highlighted three interesting and educational North State businesses in a special advertising section just for this month, called Families in Business. Read all about what a gymnastics school, a local hardware store chain and a farm stay all have in common in their efforts to provide exceptional service to your family. Please let us know if you’d like us to consider your family business being highlighted next year. As a parent, I feel so grateful when my children are doing well both physically and emotionally. Part of being a balanced person is learning from all sorts of individuals that see and feel things in a wide variety of ways. I’m hoping that the articles on disabilities and

dyslexia will help bring new awareness to you. And lastly, with our darling and rather scholarly cover image taken by Emily Hajec Photography in Chico, we hope you'll enjoy our educational and back-toschool articles this month. Learning styles is one of my favorite topics! Let us know if you feel the information presented is helpful and timely. Drop us a line – We’d like to know just how we and/ or our advertisers have been helpful to you and your family. So please write! My email is pn@northstateparent.com. Our 20th Anniversary comes in October – watch for details of our upcoming October Anniversary Party – we are looking forward to celebrating with you! We'd love to hear from you. Please let us know in what ways North State Parent is helpful to you. Pamela Newman, Publisher

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Jackie Glover: Empowering Kids J

ackie Glover, Program Coordinator for the Oroville YMCA, has devoted her life to empowering youth. “I have been part of the Y here for 17 years,” she says. The Oroville Y, the only YMCA in Butte County, is a branch of YMCA of Superior California, an organization that covers nine northern California counties. Jackie grew up being part of the Oroville Y. As a young junior high school student, she developed and implemented a program for the organization called True Love Waits. It focused on teaching boys and girls to practice abstinence before marriage. When she was 16, Jackie became a day and residential camp counselor and a lifeguard. At the tender age of 17, she was the day camp director. “I wouldn’t be able to do that today. It just wouldn’t fly,” she reveals. “I would be considered way too young and inexperienced.” She says that requirements were much looser then. Jackie started her adult career as the Y office program manager. In her current position, she is second in command. Celeste Silva, service area director at the Oroville YMCA and Jackie’s supervisor, says, “It’s very gratifying to see that a child grows up through the YMCA then becomes one of our staff members.” As program coordinator, Jackie oversees the youth and sports programs and occasionally does tasks outside her job description. “In a small non-profit, you have to be flexible and move around when needed,” she states. While her enthusiasm abounds for all her work, the Y’s Summer Day Camp program brings the greatest joy. “It’s what’s closest to my heart,” she says. “Since I was 17, I’ve stuck with the Y and with Day Camp because I can see that I’ve made a difference.” What started out as a camp with nine children has grown to 130 registered for summer 2013.

Although primarily a traditional day camp with arts, crafts, games, aquatics and field trips, Jackie says that what makes the Oroville camp unique is that character development is included. “It’s a YMCA-specific program, and we focus on honesty, caring, responsibility and respect.” The goal is to help children develop spirit, mind and body. As well as overseeing programs, Jackie collaborates with other organizations to develop opportunities for the children of Oroville. “We’re all about collaboration,” she says, “so we use our community’s resources to help the kids.” One partnership funds the summer food program that provides breakfast and lunch to all children enrolled in Day Camp at no additional cost; all Oroville children are allowed to come in for a healthy meal. “We collaborate with the City of Oroville under a three-year grant that allows lower income families to participate in summer camp,” says Jackie. Parents enroll their children knowing participants receive two meals each day, an academic enrichment program to maintain or improve academic skills, and the opportunity to enjoy water activities. Jackie was born in Paradise and moved to Oroville when she was five. She went through the Oroville school system, then on to Butte College. While there, she was one of 30 student sen-

The Oroville YMCA staff work hard as a team to benefit area children. From left to right: Celeste Silva, service area director, Cayndis (Cat) Adams, aquatics coordinator, and Jackie Glover, program coordinator.

ators for the 109 California Community Colleges. At a meet and greet for the Republican Party, she briefly met Arnold Schwarzenegger. In their verbal exchange, he stated: “Trying is not good enough. Just do it.” “I use that quote with my staff,” Jackie says. “It keeps us focused on what is possible.” Along with her husband, David, Jackie is deeply involved with the Oroville community. They are on the board of directors of the Birdcage Theatre, where she serves as vice president. She directs plays for the organization and David is a tech person. They are also strong supporters of the State Theatre. “We’re very community oriented,” she says. “I love our community. I love supporting our small businesses. They make the community.” With the myriad activities Jackie engages in, the YMCA is her passion and her life. “I love the impact of what I can do for the families and the kids,” she says. Celeste Silva reflects those sentiments: “Jackie gives everything that she has learned to others.” To reach Jackie Glover call (530) 533-9622. Ó Author Carolyn Warnemuende lives in Redding, CA with her husband Jim. She learned to swim at a YMCA when she was a child, and currently is a member of the Shasta Family YMCA.

The mission of our Be the Change column is to feature a community member from the North State who is actively making a difference in the lives of children and families. If you would like to nominate someone who is making a difference, please write to pn@northstateparent.com.

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Different Learning Styles: Do They Really Matter?

ave you ever heard someone say, “I learn best if I can see something – I don’t remember anything I hear,” or another reveal, “If I can’t put it together with my hands, I don’t understand it”? What they are talking about is their natural or preferred learning style; learning styles are the way a person best grasps and remembers material when acquiring information. First addressed in the early 1900s, learning styles have been studied and debated ever since. They have, to some extent, influenced education. Although one study cited as many as 71 different learning styles, most agree that there are three primary styles: visual, auditory, and tactile/kinesthetic. Numerous assessments are available to determine a person’s most predominant style. Most theoretical studies do not find that teaching to a student’s strongest modality (learning preference) makes a significant difference in how well he or she learns. However, many teachers, especially those teaching children with special needs, do find that there are students who learn far better if material is presented in such a way that it is learned through their strongest mode. 8

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what they need to remember: they speak or read out loud what they need to recall. Auditory learners receive the full meaning of what a person says by hearing changes in tone and speed, and catching nuances of speech. They prefer lectures or listening to audiobooks over reading, and 9 they follow verbal directions well.

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Tactile/Kinesthetic Learners: These learners make up the smallest part of the population – about 10 percent. Preschool and early primary grade children learn kinesthetically. They gain a sense of their world by handling and manipulating materials. They engage in the learning process with their sense of touch. By the time they reach second grade, many become visual or auditory learners. Kinesthetic learners acquire and retain information when they use a handson approach. They like to assemble, disassemble and manipulate objects. They do best, for example, learning academically through activities such as cooking, mechanics, sports, construction and engineering. They may draw designs to assist them in retaining what they have learned. They remember what they did but may not recall what they heard or read. They need to move around regularly, and often become distracted when they can’t engage physically with material. Effective Parenting: Astute parents begin to recognize how their child best learns by careful observation. One parent sees his child entertaining herself with her head in a book. Another notices that the child can’t play with a toy without manipulating all its parts to see how it works. A third watches his child doing her homework in front of the TV and recognizes that it’s just background noise; she’s not paying attention to it. Knowing how children prefer to learn and how they best receive information helps parents with aspects of daily family life, and helps foster harmonious relationships and mutual respect. Using multiple approaches typically works well for most children. For

Family Chores: Chore charts assist visual learners in remembering their family responsibilities. For example, you might say, “It’s almost time for dinner. Check your chart to see what your job is.” This helps a child transition to the chore from another activity better than calling to her that it’s time to set the table. An auditory learner responds well when you tell her what to do. Go to her, place your hand on her shoulder, establish eye contact, and tell her that it’s time to set the table. You cannot expect her to respond positively when you call directions from a different room. A kinesthetic learner will respond most favorably if you have eye contact and say something like, “The silverware is on the sink, please set the table.” She can immediately pick up the cutlery and do her job. Homework: Visual learners will have an easier time with homework if they can read the directions to the task, find the information they need in written form, and write down the answers. Auditory learners like to read the directions out loud or listen to someone else read them. They prefer to study their spelling or math facts by hearing the word or math problem and answering verbally. Kinesthetic learners might track the words in directions with their finger as they read them. They respond to using manipulatives like counting blocks or cut-out letters, and like to color code information. By using multiple approaches to learning both in the home and in the classroom, and by tailoring learning experiences to a child’s specific needs, most children can thrive as family members and achieve success as students. Ó

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Taming Morning Madness convenience items, waste less food and save a step in the packing process. Designate one shelf in the refrigerator for lunch items. In the morning, grab items from the shelf and pop them into lunch boxes. An earlier bedtime can help. If your kids act sluggish in the morning and have trouble waking, put them to bed earlier. The mad rush for the bus stop is inevitable if your kids routinely sleep in. According to the National Sleep Foundation, preschoolers need between eleven and thirteen hours of sleep, and school-age children ages six to twelve still require a whopping 10 to 11 hours of sleep each night. Chronic fatigue will make children groggy and uncooperative in the morning. If your children are not getting enough shut-eye, begin inching their bedtime earlier by 15 minutes at a time. Yale Medical Group sleep expert Meir Kryger, MD, has a message for parents: When adjusting your child’s summer-to-school sleep schedule, make it a rule to turn off cell phones and other electronic devices at least an hour before bedtime. Not doing so could disturb circadian sleep rhythms and open the door to poor school performance and health problems. The artificial light from playing video games, surfing the internet, or texting on phones before bed suppresses the release of melatonin, a sleep-promoting hormone. Dr. Kryger has noted a progressive loss of sleep seen in children between grades 6

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and 12. The problem is compounded when children go to sleep clutching their phones, continually waking up to respond to incoming texts. Preplan what to wear. If getting dressed is a challenge, choose tomorrow’s clothing the night before. Morning brain-fog can be too thick for the decision-making process, so shift the choice to a time when your child is more alert. Lay clothes on a chair or shelf, or hang them on a special hanger. Some families pick a weekend day to choose outfits for the entire week. Planning the next day’s outfit is a perfect time to check in about your child’s schedule. Is there PE tomorrow, or band practice? Use this time to set any special items by the door, ready to be picked up on the way out of the house. All dressed before breakfast. If your children wander back to their rooms to get dressed and you find them still in their pajamas, straddling their latest Lego creation twenty minutes later, require them to get dressed before they come to breakfast. No lolling around in PJs. Aim to have them completely dressed before they can eat. No one should have to run back upstairs for socks once you announce it is time to go. Limit other potential distractions by putting tempting projects away in the evening. The essential backpack. If your kids can never find their homework and other papers, store anything that

routinely travels between home and school in their backpack or book bag. Finished with that book from the school library? Toss it right back into the pack. Permission slip signed? Tuck it in the bag before it disappears from the kitchen counter. If your child doesn’t use a binder to keep track of paperwork, keep a pocket folder in your child’s pack to store homework pages and permission slips. Make the backpack the designated home for these items and no one will be scurrying to find them at the last minute. Define “on time.” Finally, if you are still running late, redefine on time by planning a five- to ten-minute buffer into your schedule. Putting out the call of “all aboard” earlier will get you out of the house and at your destination with time to spare. Just don’t let that buffer lull you into a false sense of security. If you have five more minutes, use them to get everyone in the car, not to throw another load of laundry in the wash. Ó

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elly and Shannon Douglass have raised Black Angus beef cattle since before they married. They now run a cow-calf operation located in Orland, where their meat is raised and harvested locally. “This is the same high-quality beef that we feed our family, and we are pleased to provide it to your family too,” Shannon says. Douglass Ranch produces wholesome meats right here in Northern California in the most natural way possible. Their beef and pork are raised without antibiotics and without added hormones. “Our beef spends it's entire life in one zip code,” says Shannon. The Douglass Ranch hogs enjoy a large pen and pasture, and only the number requested by their customers are raised each year. One of the unique things about Douglass Ranch beef is that it is pasture-raised but grain-finished. “To us, this provides the traditional beef flavor,” Shannon says. The grain is bought locally and the beef is harvested by local butchers and dry aged for amazing flavor.

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Growing up on her family’s ranchette, Shannon learned to love the agricultural lifestyle. Kelly was raised on a dairy farm in Northern California and comes from a long line of farmers and ranchers. Both were active in 4-H and FFA growing up. The couple met in Chico while attending college pursuing agriculture degrees (she at CSU, Chico; he at Butte College), and married a few years later in 2006. At the request of family and friends, they began marketing some of their beef and pork directly to customers about five years ago. Customers can order halves and quarters of beef from the website. They can also purchase individual cuts almost every weekend at the downtown Chico Saturday farmers market or through the Windmill Farm CSA in Gridley. “We do some Facebook specials, too, so that is another great place to find us.” According to Shannon, “Kelly does most of the heavy lifting while I work with the customers.” “Heath (the couple’s two-year-old son) helps with marketing,” jokes Shannon. “Not really, he just hangs

out at market,” she adds. Douglass Ranch beef starts at $5 per pound, which is competitive for natural beef. Shannon says, “The steaks are a bit higher-end, but most customers think it’s worth it for the dry-aged flavor.” Kelly and Shannon are active in the California Young Farmers and Ranchers program. Shannon serves on the state committee and was the 2007 California Farm Bureau Federation’s Discussion Meet State Champion. When asked who inspires them Shannon says, “Our customers are really amazing. They are so supportive and have been so understanding as we balance our family and work life. It is great getting to know their families, providing them with wholesome beef and having them watch our son grow.” For more information contact Douglass Ranch Beef in Orland, CA at (530) 865-5905, or visit www.douglassranch.com and www. facebook.com/DouglassRanch. Ó

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By Desiree Gonzalez

‘til They’re Back in School www.northstateparent.com • August 2013

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Summer may be winding down, but there are still plenty of hot days left here in Northern California. If your kids are anything like mine, they tend to alternate between antsy and bored right before school starts. If they’re over the newness of summer and feeling restless in the heat, here are some fun places kids and families can visit and chill out. Even if you don’t live in the same town, why not get out and take a few day trips to other areas? You may be pleasantly surprised! www.lakeshastacaverns.com • 20359 Shasta Caverns Rd., Lakehead • (530) 238-2341 This exciting day trip begins with a boat ride across Shasta Lake, and continues with a bus trek to the cavern entrance. Prepare to be amazed as you tour this underground wonderland. Celebrate a unique birthday with an extended tour and cave activities.

Gateway Science Museum

www.gatewayscience.org • 625 Esplanade, Chico • (530) 898-4121 Open during summer Wednesday-Sunday from noon-5 p.m., Gateway Science Museum inspires exploration of natural history and science. Featuring engaging exhibits, educational activities, and plenty of hands-on fun, there is always something new to learn at this museum. It’s located right next to Bidwell Mansion, so you can visit there, too!

Waterworks Park

www.waterworkspark.com • 151 N. Boulder Dr., Redding • (530) 246-9550 This family-friendly water park has something for all ages. It’s the perfect size and has the right number of attractions without the worry of losing your kids in the crowd. The Kiddie Playground features a shallow wading pool with a fountain, great for babies and toddlers. There are even small waterslides for the little ones. Want to relax? Float your cares away on the Lazy River. The more adventurous can spend the day riding the Avalanche, Cyclone, or three other slides designed for older kids and adults.

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Kids Kingdom and Fantasy Fountain

www.reddingrecration.org • 4300 Victor Ave., Redding • (530) 225-4095 Tucked away into a well-shaded part of Enterprise Park, Kids Kingdom has both playground and water features for the little ones to enjoy for free. There are great forts and climbing structures for your little adventurers to explore. The recently remodeled Fantasy Fountain is a “water volcano” that spouts every 15 minutes during the day, and is surrounded by a large splash pool for the little ones. Fantasy Fountain is open daily in the summer from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

A Melo Place Art & Project Center

www.ameloplace.com • 417 Chestnut St., Mt. Shasta • (530) 859-1296 Get your art on! This crafty spot offers materials and instruction in a variety of mediums for people of all ages. Ongoing classes, workshops and family sessions are offered throughout the week. From painting to beading, ukulele lessons to pine-needle basketry, they’ve got you covered. Open M-F, 10a.m.-5p.m., and on weekends for scheduled workshops.

Redding Aquatic Center

www.reddingrecreation.org • 44 Quartz Hill Rd., Redding • (530) 245-7248 This cool spot offers an Olympic-size pool, a recreational pool and a kids’ water play feature, plus provides water safety classes, swim instruction, a waterslide, family swim nights, special events, birthday parties and more. You can practice or learn stand-up paddle boarding too!

Lariat Bowl

www.lariatbowl.com • 365 South Main St., Red Bluff • (530) 527-2722 Join the “Kids Bowl Cheap” club and pay $1 each for games and shoe rental Monday-Thursday between noon and 5 p.m., and Fridays from 12-3 p.m. through August 30. During the “Friday Afternoon Thunderstorm,” rent a lane for $15 and enjoy unlimited bowling from 3-6 p.m. (includes shoe rentals), featuring a rolling thunder laser light show and music. You can also play mini golf!

Cal Skate/Funland

www.funlandchico.com • Hwy 99 & E. Park Ave., Chico • (530) 343-1601 Parents, don’t sit on the sidelines for this one! “Shoot the Duck” or play Redlight-Greenlight with your kids. This skating rink rents both quads and inline skates. You can also play video games, miniature golf, or practice your swing in the batting cages. Extreme Fun day camps run through August 9.

Chico Community Observatory

www.chicoobservatory.org • Wildwood Ave. & Observatory Wy., Chico • (530) 343-5635 Summer evenings are perfect for exploring the night sky at this open-sky planetarium. Visit for free stargazing in Upper Bidwell Park next to Horseshoe Lake. Open Thursday - Sunday on clear nights, from about 8:30 p.m. until 10:45 p.m.

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www.beastarchico.com • 1224 Mangrove Ave., Chico • (530) 520-4935 What’s cooler than being a rock star for the day? Kids can host their own Rock Star Party at a real recording studio – a variety of party packages are offered. Dress up like a rock star, have a photo shoot with your friends, and get a CD to take home! Don’t want the party? Kids and adults alike can come in and record a song for a flat rate of $35/hr.

Forebay Aquatic Center

www.rowchico.com • 930 Garden Dr., Oroville • (530) 538-4332 Located just north of Oroville off Highway 70, this excellent spot offers a beach and a picnic area, with classes and rentals for kayaking, stand up paddling (SUP), and canoeing. Depending on age, kids can try SUP by themselves or ride on the board with a parent. It’s a blast! Other “cool” ideas include watching plays or movies in a theater; taking a camping trip to a nearby area such as Mt. Shasta, Butte Meadows (33 miles east of Chico), or Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area (Corning); and taking advantage of natural swimming holes like the one off Garland Road in Forest Ranch, Butte Creek near Honey Run Bridge (Chico), or Alligator Hole in Upper Bidwell Park (Chico). Your summer’s not over yet – take the time to enjoy the variety activities the North State has to offer. Ó

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UNDERSTANDING

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By Victoria Tyra

itting with a small group of second graders, listening as each took a turn reading aloud, it struck me how reading came so easily for some and with such difficulty for others. When it was John’s turn, his reading was slow and filled with guesses based on the context or shape of the word. Breaking apart sounds in unknown words was a huge challenge, and he was clearly relieved when his turn was over. I knew John was a bright student, excelling in other areas of learning, and yet obviously struggling with reading and spelling. What was going on? I heard explanations such as “he’s just slow to blossom,” “he’s not trying hard enough,” and “give him some time and he’ll catch up,” along with suggestions like, “he needs to focus” and “he needs to practice twenty minutes of reading aloud every day.” But by the end of the year, John was still struggling. I decided to delve deeper into why a bright child might struggle with reading, spelling and writing, and here is what I learned.

What is the most common reason for reading struggles? Dyslexia is the most common reason a bright child will struggle with reading. It is a neurologically based learning disability that affects the phonological area of the brain, making reading, spelling and writing very

challenging. According to the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), 15 to 20% of people in the U.S. have a reading disability, and of those, 85% have dyslexia. Because dyslexia is genetically based, if a parent struggled with reading, then their child has a much greater likelihood of struggling as well.

What are the common characteristics seen in dyslexia? Dyslexia is characterized by a unique pattern of weaknesses and strengths, explains Dr. Sally Shaywitz in her book, Overcoming Dyslexia. Dyslexia is “an isolated weakness in getting to the sounds of words, while surrounded by an array of strengths in thinking and reasoning.” This simple model, known as the sea of strengths model, is critical for helping recognize the signs of dyslexia. Common weaknesses include: • slow, laborious oral reading • inability to sound out unknown words • extreme difficulty with spelling • weak memory for lists, directions or facts Common strengths include: • ability to think “outside of the box” • ability to recognize patterns and trends • creative problem-solving ability • gifted in athletics, dance, music, art, and design 17

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Susan Barton, developer of Bright Solutions for Dyslexia, explains that dyslexia results from a neurological difference in the phonological area of the brain. Research has shown that the brain of a dyslexic reader has a larger right hemisphere than that of a non-dyslexic reader. That may explain why people with dyslexia often have significant strengths in areas controlled by the right side of the brain. In addition to this unique

Learn & share the facts about dyslexia: Dyslexia is not an outdated term, it is not a label that will damage a child, and it is not something a child will outgrow. If we learn to correctly identify children with dyslexia, encourage their strengths and remediate their weaknesses, we can start to solve the problem in the early years before the struggles begin. Some helpful resources include: • Bright Solutions for Dyslexia/Susan Barton website; www.dys-add.com. • International Dyslexia Association website; www.interdys.org. • The Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity website; www.dyslexia.yale.edu. • Overcoming Dyslexia (book) by Dr. Sally Shaywitz.

brain architecture, people with dyslexia also have unusual “wiring.” Neurons are found in unusual places in the brain, and they are not as neatly ordered as in non-dyslexic brains. Functional MRI studies have shown that non-dyslexic readers consistently activate three areas of the brain when reading: the frontal region (Broca's area), the parieto-temporal region, and the occipito-temporal region. In contrast, dyslexic readers primarily activate just one area when reading, the frontal region. It is therefore assumed that people with dyslexia are not using the most efficient parts of their brain when they read. The IDA states that dyslexia is not due to either lack of intelligence or desire to learn. The capacity to learn successfully is in place - we simply need to teach the necessary skills in a different way.

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Provide effective reading instruction: Although dyslexia is a lifelong condition, research has proven that many of the associated weaknesses can be remediated. Research funded by the National Institutes of Health found that early intervention actually alters the pathways in the brain and increases the activity in the area that automatically recognizes words. Simply put, with the right kind of intervention, dyslexia may actually be correctable. According to the International Dyslexia Association, the right kind of intervention is an Orton-Gillingham–based approach that teaches reading and spelling in an explicit, systematic, and multisensory manner. Ideally, this instruction is given one-on-one during the school day or with a private tutor after school, at a pace that is uniquely suited to that student. Recognize the early warning signs: During the preschool years, watch for signs such as delayed speech, difficulty associating letters with sounds, difficulty recognizing words that rhyme, mixing up of sounds within a word (aminal for animal), and the inability to sound out an unknown word. Granted, many non-dyslexic children may exhibit one or two of these signs, but if you begin to see a cluster of signs that interfere with learning, especially if combined with a family history of reading difficulty, experts suggest you talk to your child’s teacher about your concerns. In order to help struggling readers like John, the first step is for both parents and professionals to learn to correctly identify dyslexia. More than thirty years of research has shown what dyslexia looks like, and just as importantly, what it does not look like. With the right kind of intervention and support, the weaknesses can be overcome, and eventually, these gifted students will be equipped to soar and accomplish great things. Ó Author Victoria Tyra is a Certified Barton Reading Tutor with an office in Redding, CA. She specializes in teaching reading and spelling to school-aged children with her golden retriever, Ella. www.northstateparent.com • August 2013

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By Gary Shulman, MS. Ed.

When Your Neighbor Has a Child with a Disability

ho doesn’t want their child to have friends … to be popular, well liked, respected, invited to parties and play dates? Now put your feet into the shoes of a parent caring for a child with a disability. That neighbor – that friend – that community member, has the same wishes and dreams for their child whose daily challenges often make socialization and friendship difficult and scary. How can you support your neighbor who has a child in need of friends? By remembering the simple things you were probably taught by your parents and your best teachers: Be polite and offer a warm and friendly hand. Chances are it will be grasped with grateful delight. Learn appropriate terminology. Sticks and stones can break my bones but words can devastate me. If you have a question about your neighbor’s child with a disability pertaining to that disability, it is kind and respectful to not use the disability to define who that child is. In other words, try to avoid stereotyping based upon preconceived notions pertaining to traits that have been attached to certain disabilities. Always look first for a child’s abilities, skills, interests, talents and passions! A child is not his or her disability; the disability is part of who the child is, but likely so is a love of music, enjoyment of swimming, appreciation of being hugged, laughter at funny faces, and much, much more.

Avoid: “I see you have a Down’s child! They are so cute and loving all the time!” Yikes!! Always acknowledge the individual child first. You wouldn’t want your child to be described as “that red-headed kid - they are always so freckled and temperamental!” Better dialog: “Hello, I am your neighbor, Sally. I have a little boy also.” Ask: “How old is your son? What’s his name? What does he enjoy?” Share: “My son also loves to play in the water! I have a small rubber pool, how about setting up a play date?” Then inquire: “Pardon me for asking, but I notice that your son has Down Syndrome. May I ask you a few questions so I can learn a bit about how that affects him? I appreciate your educating me about this, and I would love my son and yours to become friends – it seems that they have a lot in common.”

Other ways to support your neighbor who has a child with a disability: Be a good friend. A friend listens, is compassionate, offers information that helps, understands that there will be good and bad days, doesn’t constantly judge, and asks how he/she can offer help when it is needed. Understand that the life of caring for a child with a disability can be very exhausting. Think of how exhausting it is raising your own child without special needs! Offering respite in the form of a play date will be appreciated.

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Be a second pair of ears. Your neighbor likely goes to many appointments pertaining to meeting the needs of her child with a disability. Ask if she would like you to accompany her. It can be very helpful to have a second objective ear to listen to what is being said. Depending on the nature of what is being discussed, you may not be able to take everything in, but just being there can be comforting. Do some research about programs and services for your friend if she is too overwhelmed to do it herself. Always ask the parent if she’s open to hearing about what you discover. Most parents don’t want to be bombarded with information until they ask for it, or are ready for it. Bottom line: A friend is a friend is a friend. You will likely find more in common with your neighbor who has a child with a disability than differences. Compassion, understanding, laughter, and sharing time and support are all ingredients for establishing a warm and caring relationship. It’s the right thing to do and all benefit! Ó

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By Julie Marsh

I confess.... I thought Meek’s Lumber and Hardware was a contractors’ store. Turns out I was wrong. Though they are a favorite with contractors, they also have great products and resources for homeowners and remodelers. The store’s rows of homeowner-friendly merchandise, plus a cabinet design center and door shop, are welcoming. The personal attention is refreshing and leaves no doubt that their motto “from foundation to finish” is what they want to help you achieve. Charles C. Meek Jr., son of the original founder, ventured to the North State in 1951 from Missouri and opened the first West Coast Meek’s yard in Redding. The rest is history. With 12 stores in Northern California and Nevada, including stores in Chico, Redding, Anderson and Yreka, Meek’s is a strong presence in the North State. Chairman of the Board Bill Meek, and his daughter, Carrie Meek-Cuneo, president of the Western Division, are actively involved in the day-to-day business. Along with corporate leadership, they work hard to facilitate their family-oriented approach to business. “One of the compelling things about our business style is

that our owners base their business on relationships with customers, vendors and employees,” said Jessica McGraw, branch manager of the Chico store. “That is reflected in the decisions we make, the items we carry, and our community involvement.” There are a minimum of four community outreach events each year, with a goal of one per month. These events include activities for children, such as Kids’ Day where attendees get to make a project from wood and other materials. A growing favorite is Ladies' Night which is sort of a DIY dream come true. A recent Ladies' Night at Meek’s in Chico gave hands-on training on transforming a room and provided appetizers! (Keep an eye on North State Parent’s Going Places events calendar for future events.) There’s no need to wait for Ladies' Night, though. If there is something you want to try, head for your nearest Meek’s. “Bring us your questions,” says Sean Hudson, branch manager of the Redding store. “We make sure our employees are trained so they can walk you through an entire project. Give us the chance to show how we can help you.” Ó

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families in business

By Alyxandra Stackfleth

Oroville’s Chaffin Family Orchards Looking for an unconventional, wholesome alternative to the artificial world of amusement parks, technology and smoggy crowded cities? Bring your family to Feather Down Orchard's newest farm stay at Chaffin Family Orchards in Oroville. A family farm stay at Chaffin Family Orchards is an authentic opportunity to disconnect from the rat race of everyday living and reconnect with the simple and satisfying farmer’s life typical of a hundred years ago. The farm stay offers families and children hands-on farming activities such as milking cows, feeding animals, working in an orchard, collecting eggs, and preparing nutritious meals from the produce and products unique to that farm. The farms' house tents do not have electricity, which means no television, no computers, no gas stoves,

and no distractions. It can be a sacred time for families to reconnect with each other while learning about natural and healthy living. The Feather Down Farm Days began in 2003 in the Netherlands as one man’s vision to offer families a more genuine down-to-earth experience while supporting family farmers, and disseminating awareness on healthy living. In addition, each farm has a unique Honesty Shop where children can learn the value and reality of being honest. Families choose the produce and products they need to prepare their meals, and leave cash or check at the shop at the end of their stay. Chaffin Family Orchards specializes in grass-fed beef, heirloom vegetables, and extra-virgin olive oil. In fact, their very Honesty Shop was originally a Quonset hut used to

store flats of olives. One of the many enchanting details of the family farm stay are the chic and nostalgic house tents furnished with beds, toilets, stoves, and lanterns. Families can enjoy their fresh-cooked meals, gather around the furnace for games, and relish the serenity of the outdoors. Chaffin Family Orchards in Butte County Oroville is one of the three Feather Down Farm stays in the United States. For families interested in escaping further away, agrarian refuge can also be found on one of the family farms in Walton, NY or Caledonia, IL. Exceptionally adventurous families can check out the Feather Down Farm Days across Europe. For more information contact (716) 226-6323 or visit www.tinyurl.com/ChaffinFamilyFarm or www.featherdown.com. Ó

The best-loved family vacations in the land Feather Down Farm Days takes you back in time to the farm life of the 1920’s. No warm running water, no gas stoves, and no electricity. That means no TV or computer. Fortunately also no daily hustle and bustle, or noise. Just the rhythm of the day. The Feather Down Farm Days tents are very spacious and comfortable with an authentic décor that recalls the honest rural life of former days. Your stay will provide you with quality family time. Feather Down Farm Days is only located at working farms.

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G-Force Gymnastics

G-Force Gymnastics is all about celebrating success along the way. Owners Tarro and Julie Dussault have plenty to celebrate. It started back in high school where Tarro and Julie met in a gymnastics class. The high school sweethearts have never swayed from their commitment to each other or to great gymnastics. 1992 saw them both competing for California State University, Sacramento. The men’s artistic gymnastics team took silver in Collegiate Elite Nationals and Tarro ranked 16th in the nation. They served a two-year coaching apprenticeship with George Hery, the world’s first trampoline champion. Tarro and Julie opened G-Force Gymnastics in Weaverville in 1993, where they trained boys and girls in artistic gymnastics and trampoline. Their son, Carson, was born in 2004, and in 2008 they moved their business to Redding. They have

trained numerous state and regional champions, and more than a dozen national champions in tumbling and trampoline. “We started in 900 square feet. Now we have a 15,000 square foot facility. Every step has been a celebration,” says Julie. “We go in scared then realize, wow, look what we did. You have to trust in your training. You have taken this path and now you are ready for this level.” The couple’s focus shifted to training exclusively in trampoline and tumbling when the competitive culture of artistic gymnastics got to be too much. The transition made sense. Both are national-level coaches for trampoline and tumbling and are level-three trampoline judges. Tarro serves on the California State Board of Trampoline and Tumbling and is a master clinician for gymnastics camps throughout the nation. The Dussaults have created a culture where every suc-

cess is celebrated. Every athlete is treated with respect and is encouraged to reach their personal best, regardless of their potential. “Trampoline and tumbling both lend themselves to no stereotyping or body-typing. You can be 7 years old or 35 years old,” Tarro says. The family works together and plays together. Tarro and Julie coach every class and train every student. In addition to competing, Carson, now age 9, runs the vending machine business inside G-Force Gymnastics. When they attended their 8th Junior Olympic Trampoline and Tumbling National Championships in Kansas City, Missouri in July, they spent time in the gym and time seeing the sights. “Julie and I are together 24/7,” Tarro says. “Our successes are celebrated all the time. Whether in the gym or in life, when life throws a curve, we are together to work it out.” Ó

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1. It’s okay to share utensils and cups with your children while eating. Almost every parent is guilty of it, but parents should always use a separate utensil or cup when eating with their child. Recent studies have shown young children getting cavities from mutans streptococcus (MS), a bacteria that can pass from person to person through the transfer of saliva, such as sharing utensils and cups. A 2008 study in Pediatric Dentistry pointed to mothers as the primary source of the MS colonization of their children. 2. Blowing on food is the best way to cool down your child’s meal. Well, not if you are worried about their oral health. Similar to the myth above, this is another way the MS bacteria is transferred to their children’s mouths. 3. Sugar eats tooth enamel, causing cavities. The true culprit is the acid produced by bacteria in the mouth, which convert sugar into enamel-eroding acid. Tooth enamel does not grow back, and once destroyed exposes sensitive dentine to decay. Cutting back on sugary foods provides less fuel for bacteria, and brushing and flossing regularly are vital to keep bacteria and cavity counts low. 4. Losing baby teeth to tooth decay is okay. It is a common myth that losing baby teeth due to tooth decay is insignificant because baby teeth fall out anyway. Tooth decay in baby teeth can result in damage to the developing crowns of the permanent teeth growing below them. If baby teeth are lost prematurely, the permanent teeth may erupt mal-positioned and require orthodontics later on. 5. You don’t need to worry about cavities in baby teeth. As mentioned above, baby teeth hold the space for permanent teeth. If cavities are left untreated in baby teeth, they can develop into serious pain and abscesses. Occasionally the infection can spread to other areas of the body, and in rare occasions can even result in death. Ó

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or as long as humans have roamed the earth, women have bonded for child-rearing, spiritual growth, and social and intellectual causes. Cavewomen raised their children together in extended families. Ancient Chinese women shared their intimate selves through Nashu, a secret script that men could not decipher. Medieval women gathered in work and religious groups. Prairie women drew together to raise their children, quilt and socialize – a way to banish some of the isolation of the

pioneer life. Twentieth century women bonded to advocate for the right to vote; they formed groups to support civil rights and rights for equal pay. Modern women gather for spiritual and artistic endeavors. They gather in discussion, support, and political advocacy groups. Lisa Johnson, administrative assistant at Federated Church of Orland and chairperson of Morning Star Circle says, “It’s mentally uplifting and healing to sit in circle with women. We are different creatures, and it’s nice

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to sit with women to work and be understood in a healing environment.” In Judith Duerk’s book Circle of Stones: A Woman’s Journey to Herself, she says, “How might your life have been different if there had been a place for you, a place for you to go to be with your mother, with your sisters and the aunts, with your grandmothers, and the great- and great-great grandmothers, a place of women to go, to be, to return to, as woman?” 25

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When Women Bond Johnson answers that question by saying, “In a circle of women, we are free to be who we are. We are not told how be a woman, as can occur in the greater society.” Often women in circles refer to each other as sisters. A bond is formed that many women report feels closer than the bond they share with their birth sisters. When women see a need, they often step forth and create a way to fill it. Fourteen years ago, Claudia Mansfield of Mt. Shasta began contemplating the aging process. “As I began thinking about aging,” she says, “I wanted to approach it with joy and be surrounded by women who felt the same.” She started the Ageless Spirit circle in her home with 22 other women. In time, a self-selection process took place and Ageless Spirit now has 13 members. Mansfield and other participants see the value of the circle as being a willingness of the women to be open and honest with one another and to experience, in a safe setting, the highs and lows of their lives. “It gives us a place to come to honor each other and ourselves,” says Mansfield. When women want to become part of a circle and can’t find an established one, or one that fits their needs, there are steps to take to create one that enhance the probability of its success: • Determine a focus or purpose for the circle. Be as specific as possible. This helps in the selection of participants and

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provides the foundation for the group structure. A book group, for example, will be structured differently from a ritual circle. • Determine where the meetings will be held. A home, church or community room can work, depending on the focus. Will handicapped access be necessary? Will a kitchen be required? Think comfort. The kind of seating, lighting and room size all play a role in setting the tone from the first meeting. • Decide whom you will invite to the founding meeting. Will it be a group from one segment of your life, such as your workplace, or will it be women from several walks of life? Those whom you invite will depend on the focus of the group. Twelve is about the maximum number of women for an effective group. Six or seven the minimum. Consider inviting more women than you anticipate will continue through the initial stages. Not everyone will find that the group is a fit. • Create the agenda for your first circle. It may simply be to meet and learn about each other, to introduce the purpose, and to seek ideas. If you have a clear picture of what you’d like the circle to look like, present it. Introduce expectations and standards. An important element for success is a trust in confidentiality. Assuring each other that “what is said in this room stays in this room” starts the process of bonding and intimacy.

• Develop rituals for the circle. A ritual can be as simple as the protocol you will follow at each meeting, or as refined as the special way you will open and close each meeting, where you will place a centerpiece or altar, and particular words you will use to begin and end the meetings. A ritual is simply a predictable way to run the group. Sitting in circle with other women is powerful socially, emotionally, spiritually and physically. Current scientific research shows that oxytocin, a hormone that is released during touch, kissing, sex, labor, birth and lactation, is also released when women talk. This hormone influences our ability to bond with others. Gathering with women in circles is good for health! When considering joining or creating a women’s circle, reflect on these words from Judith Duerk: “How might your life have been different if there had been a place for you … a place of women, where you were received and affirmed.” Each woman needs this to grow and to give. Ó

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Neighborhood Block Parties:

Meeting in the Middle of the Road

oday’s world, where we are afforded every modern convenience and all the trappings of technology to stay connected, is usually anything but conducive to building real relationships with the people who live around us. Social media allows us to know all sorts of things about others, but can also keep us from actually walking out the door and truly getting to know our neighbors. The moments before the click of the garage door opener at the end of a busy day is sometimes the only glimpse I get of my neighborhood. Days fly by with the same routine, and before I know it, another year has passed. I long for the days when neighbors chatted over the fence, kids sold lemonade on the corner, and everyone knew everyone. Maybe our world has changed over the years, but a true connection with our neighbors is possible. It takes a little planning and a couple of families willing to set a date

and spark the idea with the rest of the neighbors nearby. I recently spoke to Adrian Heim and Sarah Plants, both happily living in a neighborhood where so far 10 annual block parties have been held. They recounted to me the joy of planning one day out of every year that brings with it the nostalgia of the American dream, a day that is referred to amongst their neighbors as “the best day of the year.” Adrian has been living in the neighborhood for five years, and has become something of a creative genius in planning the party. One year he rolled out a hundred-foot sheet of heavy-duty plastic on a lawn and made a slip-nslide of gargantuan proportions. This year’s contribution was a black light system to highlight glow-in-the-dark face painting done by Jeni Borgman, owner of Funny Faces and the newly formed Chico Party Bouncers (a business specializing in bounce house and water slide rentals). Sarah is one of the original neighbors taking part in

planning the event since the beginning. She and other original families provide a perfect balance to Adrian’s creativity by keeping and honoring past traditions. She uses her love for photography to take hundreds of pictures of each event, and makes a memory album every year to commemorate the fun. Sometimes the group has hired a caterer for their block party, one of their favorites being Ike’s Smokehouse BBQ. Other years a taco truck has come to the event. Potluck dinners have worked well too. Entertainment has included DJs, karaoke systems, bounce houses, inflatable water slides, and an inflatable obstacle course. They’ve had water fights, shown movies outdoors at night, hired live bands, and cranked up a snow cone machine. They even create and screenprint a unique t-shirt for the participants each year. Block parties can be held in any season, and have countless possibilities for themes; they can be as imaginative as the planners of the event are to be. I like the 29

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budget and collect money from participants ahead of time. Call local public works departments or township offices to determine your city’s ordinances regarding noise and regulations for blocking off the street for the event. During the block party, it’s wonderful to see your neighbors and their children having fun together and connecting on a deeper level. I’ve felt a greater sense of belonging emerge after such a day, and we all seem to care even more about the safety of our children and the well-being of each family. Knowing and caring for the families on our block causes us all to look out for the house of the person on vacation, keep an eye on someone else’s kids as they play outside, or even support each other in business endeavors. When illness, surgery or loss strikes one of our families, the rest of us are there to help by providing meals and support. When babies are born or other exciting news is shared, we celebrate to-

gether. When neighborhood children grow into great teens, those of us who need babysitters know who to call. The security and strength of your neighborhood is only as strong as the relationships among those who live there. The ties of community and belonging are treasures that last, long after each child grows up and goes off to college, or after families move out and others move in. And be aware: that rich sense of belonging is habit forming! It’s one that changes the state of our neighborhoods, cities and communities, one person and one family at a time. Ó

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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 focus is on math, science, language arts, music, circle-time and art. Lic# 455401406

YMCA Collaborative Preschools

Manzanita & Turtle Bay Elementary Schools (530) 246-9622 • www.sfymca.org S Ages: 2-5yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-6pm Offered in partnership with local schools. Providing convenient & safe environments designed to build school readiness, self-regulation & social skills. Pre-K, K-Readiness, yearround and school-year options. Site offerings vary, please call. Lic# 455406026 & 455406288

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Enjoy the Kayak Program of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area with a 2.5hour guided tour exploring the coves of Whiskeytown Lake. Call to reserve your free tour - bring family and friends. See the Special Events section below.

At Ukulele Camp for Kids in Mt. Shasta, participants will be strumming a variety of songs in no time! See the 5th.

In Corning, children ages 3-12 enjoy a month-long Funky Fish Yoga Camps class series that will help kids transition back to sports and school. See the 3rd and 7th (Tehama County). Photo by Melissa Goble.

Camp Chico Creek day camps offer recreational and educational outdoor fun in nature, plus explorations in a science lab and presentations of live animals. See the 5th and 12th (Butte County).

GOING PLACES AUGUST T H E E V E N T S C A L E N D A R F O R B U T T E , T E H A M A , S H A S TA & S I S K I Y O U C O U N T I E S How To Submit Calendar Events: Submit your events via our online submission form located on the home page of our website at www.northstateparent.com. Click on Calendar and choose Submit Event. Calendar submissions must reach North State Parent by the 10th of the month prior to the event's date:

September Events Submission Deadline is August 10. If you have additional questions, contact our calendar editor at: calendar@northstateparent.com North State Parent P.O. Box 1602, Mt. Shasta, CA 96067 Phone (530) 926-1287, 2# 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.

AUDITIONS

Auditions For Cinderella; Anderson. Grades 2-8 may audition Aug 26-29 for South Shasta County Children’s Chorus’ fall production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Aug 26: singing, by appointment. Aug 27: dancing, 4-6pm. Aug 28: acting, 4-6pm. Aug 29:

callbacks, 4-6pm. No cost to audition; production fee varies. AUHS Performing Arts Center, 1471 Ferry St. (530)487-0777. Pre-registration For Nutcracker Auditions; Redding. Pre-reg for Sept. auditions. Redding City Ballet, 1726 Market St. (530)245-1019.

EXHIBITS

Math Midway; Redding. Highly interactive, familyfriendly, carnival-style exhibition unravels the mysteries of math & how it illuminates the world around us. Try the Universal Wheel of Chance, visit the Polyhedral Puzzle Plaza & create patterns with Miles of Tiles. M-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun, 10am-5pm, thru 9/29. $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Secrets Of Circles Exhibit; Chico. Check out two full galleries of Gateway’s new interactive summer exhibit & investigate the math, science & engineering of circles. All ages. 12-5pm, W-Sun, thru 9/1. $6/adults (18 & up), $3/child (3-17) & students, child 2 & under & members free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Selections From The Collection: Janet Turner; Redding. The late CSU, Chico Art Professor Janet Turner’s was a remarkable artist & printmaker. See Turtle Bay’s collection of her work, spanning over 40 years. M-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun, 10am-5pm, thru 9/15. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. The Art Of The Brick; Redding. Nathan Sawaya is back with fantastical new LEGO® sculptures. He’s teamed up with award-winning Australian

photographer Dean West to create hyper-realistic photographs accompanied by 3-D pieces featured in the images. M-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun, 10am-5pm, thru 9/2. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. The Parrot Playhouse: Lories!; Redding. Walk through an interactive aviary & feed colorful Australian lorikeets from your hand. M-Sat, 9:30-11:45am & 1-5pm; Sun, 10:30-11:45am & 1-5pm. Admission $1 (plus park admission, $10-$14), includes one free nectar cup; additional cups $1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Fantasy Fountain; Redding. Hear the volcano roar again! Visit the re-created Fantasy Fountain. Features water cannons & a rumbling before each “eruption,” followed by a spray. Generates laughter & good memories. Open during summer, 10am-8pm. At Enterprise Park next to Kid’s Kingdom. Kayak Program; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Join a ranger & explore the coves of Whiskeytown Lake in a kayak (bring a friend). In this 2.5hr tour, learn about the nature & culture of the Park. Ages 6+. M-Th, 9:30am & 5:30pm, by preregistration; group tours avail. Free, Park day-use fee $5/vehicle. Brandy Creek Beach Lot B Parking Lot. (530)242-3462.

OPEN REGISTRATIONS

CRT Kids Fall Classes Registration; Chico. California Regional Theatre performing arts classes, for ages 5-18, are designed to build skills in the areas of vocal

performance, acting, dance, theater production & more. Sessions include Jungle Book Kids & Mulan Jr. M-Th, 3:30-5pm, 8/19-12/12. $75-$95., 3851 Morrow Lane, Suite Ste #7. (1-800)722-4522. Paradise Preschool Registration; Paradise. Paradise preschool is a co-op preschool offering a variety of classes for ages 3-5. Parents participate as classroom volunteers 1 day per week. Interested? Tour the school & observe classes thru 8/24, by reservation. 6722 Clark Rd. (530)877-8155.

SPORTS & LEAGUES

Free Kids’ Bowling; Weed. Ages 15 & under bowl 2 free games daily (until 6pm) thru Oct 1. $25 family pass allows up to 4 family members to join in the fun. Bowling shoes required, if needed, rent for $2.50 or purchase an unlimited shoe rental pass, $20. Must register online at www.kidsbowlfree.com. Cedar Lanes, 137 Main St. (530)938-3278. Summer Unplugged Bowling; Chico. Kids ages 15 & under bowl 2 games free daily (until 8pm) thru Labor Day weekend. A $35 Summer Pass offers up to 4 family members ages 16+ 2 games daily. Shoe rental $3.50 if needed. Online registration required at http://freebowling.amf.com. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Ultimate Freebie League; Redding. Fast-paced co-ed sport for high schoolers & adults that can be joined anytime. Beginners & experienced players welcome. Learn rules & strategy; improve skills with help from coaches. Weekly games Weds, 7-10pm, thru 8/14. $20. Caldwell Park lighted field. (530)225-4095.

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THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. A saucy & splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. Includes some of the most memorable songs in theater history: “I Get a Kick out of You,” “It’s De-Lovely” & “Anything Goes.” All ages. 7:30pm. $12-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. “Buy Local Thursdays” Farmers Market; Paradise. Enjoy fresh produce, music, crafts & more. 5-8pm, thru 9/5. Paradise Community Park, Pearson Rd. at Black Olive Dr. (530) 893-3276. Caregiver Self-Care & Resource Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 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 Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. Playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive - all homeschoolers/all ages welcome! 1-4pm. Free. Call for current location & group info. (530)228-7078. Concerts In The Park; Oroville. Fun family entertainment, barbecued food & bounce houses for kids, outdoors by the river. Tonight features the classic rock & oldies music of Driver. All ages. Free 6:30-8pm. Riverbend Park. (530)533-2011. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Belly Sutra Bellydance, Still Not

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Dead Yet, Bob McDaniel, balloon clown, & spray paint art. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Guitar For Girls Workshop; Chico. Join recording artist & author Ali Handal for an entertaining, educational & inspiring workshop that offers real-world advice for musicians at any stage of their artistic journey. Guys welcome too! For tweens & teens. 6pm. Free. Guitar Center, 2027 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Prkwy. (530)879-1731. Hook & 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. 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. Nature Creations Class: Seed Packet Banners; Oroville. Come visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & create a fun nature craft. Ages 7-12. 1-2pm. Free, prereg required. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6 thru adult. M/Tu/Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 78:30pm. 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. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Beat the heat. Play New Wii games at Chico Library. Ages 12-17. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

SACRAMENTO COUNTY

Homeschooling Conference; Sacramento. CA’s largest

homeschooling conference features multiple keynote speakers, 100+ sessions & hands-on workshops, programs for children & teens, science, creativity & much more. All ages. Aug 1-4. Grandparents, under age 3 & alumni ages 19-25 free; caregiver passes available (fee). Red Lion Woodlake Hotel, 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento. Reg online: www.hscconference.com. (707)310-0000.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy. 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime. Resumes in September. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Art & Craft Adventures; Redding. Inspire your child’s imagination & self-expression with hands-on art activities for ages 2-5. Painting, drawing, collage & more; encourages confidence & supports artistic potential. Th, 9-10am. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. 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 Th, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Co-facilitated by professional counselors. Separate groups for ages 6-12yrs, 13-18yrs & parents/grandparents. Info: (530)245-4070. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Kids & parents are invited to an evening of family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. $2.50/ ages 16+, $2/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (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. 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Little ones ages 5 & under have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/ Th, 8:30-9:30am. $4/child; under age 4 play with adult. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. 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, drop-in okay. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Little Explorers: Fun In The Sun!; Redding. Learn all about bugs with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. Presented by Bruce, Michelle, Rachael, Ryan & Thomas Lutz. 10am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Market Street Faire Final Day; Redding. Farmers market, children & family activities, art displays, demos, variety of vendors, bicycle parking. 5-8:30pm. Free. Market Street Promenade, downtown Redding. (530)243-7773. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindergym: Intro to all equipment & a fun social experience, ages 3-5, 4-4:45pm, $40/mo. Artists gymnastics (boys & girls): Fast-paced beginning class teaches basic gymnastics skills & terminology, ages 5-8. 4-5pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: “Tiny Tots”: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5 must be supervised by adult, siblings welcome. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. Special time for little ones to enjoy water fun,

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Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm $7/class; $20/4 classes. Wellness Center members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce & goods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Need assistance with Cal-Fresh? McCloud Community Resource Center can help. Get nutrition tips. Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. T/Th, 10-12am. Free. McCloud Community Resource Center, 304 W. Minnesota Ave. (530)964-3250. Etna Farmers Market. Visit the beautiful Scott Valley & shop this annual farmers market. 4:30-6:30pm, thru mid-Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls in modern facility. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. $50/mo; free trial. Convenient location. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Reading Readiness Program; Mt. Shasta. Parent-child (ages 3-6) interactive class with Truely Hutchinson presents stories, poems, music & activities designed to inspire & develop pre-reading skills. Th, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, modern activity program for children develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Ages 4+. Free trial. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. $50/mo. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels, taught by Anastasia Nelson; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. $20/drop in (space allowing) or pre-reg $45/3-classes; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. A 35-year tradition! Tonight features blues, R&B & soul performed by Sapphire Soul. Art area for children (see Art in the Park above). All ages. 7-8:30pm. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & Main Sts. (530)345-6500. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. Parent supervision required. All ages; under 3yrs must wear special swim diapers. 5-8pm. $2/person. Chico WaterSprites, 2280 Ivy St., Suite 110. (530)342-2999. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Kids In Motion-Kids’ Night Out; Chico. Themed night of crafts, food & fun for kids. Ages: must be potty trained. 6-9:30pm. $18/child, sibling discount; must pre-reg. In Motion Fitness, 1293 E. 1st Ave. (530)895-5437. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. La Leche League offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. 10-11:30am. Free. Meet in the nursery at Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 208 West First St. (530)591-9191. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Come sing, dance, read & play. Call for new times. Free, prereg encouraged. Rowell Family Empowerment of N. CA, 3075 Cohasset Rd., #2. (530)899-8801. Stories, Songs & Crafts 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. Skate with friends. Special themes. All ages. 5 sessions: 7-9pm, $5.75; 7-9:30pm, $6.25; 7:30-9:30, $5.75, 8-10:30pm, $6.25, 8:30-10:30, $5.75. Skate rental additional $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601.

Chico's California Regional Theatre invites youth ages 5-18 to participate in skill-building performing arts classes that begin August 19. See the CRT Kids Fall Classes Registration listing in the Open Registration section on page 31. “The Knack” Family Crafting Event; Chico. Bring your child for a fun hands-on craft experience. Ages 3 & up, must be supervised by adult. 4-6pm. Free. Michael’s arts & crafts stores, 2 Chico locations: 801 East Ave., (530)342-4191 & 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with good music. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. $16/person/3hrs, includes shoes; or $5/game + $2.50/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 1st.

SACRAMENTO COUNTY

Homeschooling Conference; Sacramento. CA’s largest homeschooling conference. Aug 1-4; single-day passes avail. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

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Pre-Registration Week July 29–August 3 M, T, W (9–12PM) & Sat (10–2PM) ALL AGES • ALL LEVELS Year-Round Enrollment

TRAINING SCHOOL FOR CHICO COMMUNITY BALLET Auditions for 2013–2014 Season August 11 • Ages 6–18+

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climbing, sliding & splish-splashing. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am, thru 8/15. Ages 0-5 free, parents $3.50. Aquatic Center Play Structure, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Public Weekday Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off & have fun at the Redding Aquatic Center. M-Th, 1-4:30pm & Fri 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Watch a hawk fly overhead, meet a porcupine, & see how fast a badger can dig! Fun-filled educational experience showcases natural behaviors of wildlife. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Youth Martial Arts; Redding. Increase your child’s skills & self-confidence. Includes punches, kicks & blocks. Ages 6-12; all skill levels. T/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. (Teen/ adult class follows 7:30-9pm). $30/mo ($15 Y member). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. “Play & learn”-style class where moms, dads & caregivers learn parenting skills, connect with resources, make friends & enjoy special time with their babies. Instructor-led. Ages birth18mos. Free, must pre-reg. Fri, 10:30-11:30am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. Family fun. All bikes, categories & ages welcome. Tues & Fri, 6-7pm (weather permitting). Call for cost. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)209-4198. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes one 2-topping pizza & pitcher of soda. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane (up to 8 bowlers); includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. (530)244-5773 Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. Great night of family fun & healthy exercise featuring old-school music of the 70s & 80s. Safe & supervised. All ages. 7:3010:30pm. $5, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. 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. 1010:45am. $15/reg + $40/mo; 1st class free. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. Intro To Gymnastics For Boys; Redding. Boys ages 5-12yrs learn basic skills while enjoying games, fun & action! Teaches vault, floor, pommel, parallel bars, high bar & rings. 5-6pm. $50/4 weekly classes. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Specialty paints, stamps, stencils & sponges are available to help create a work of ceramic art. Studio fee: $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults; (plus cost of pottery). 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. LEGO Building; Redding. Get inspired by the Art of the Brick exhibit & then create your own masterpieces a LEGO build area. 1-4 pm. Free w/Park admission, $10$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. www.northstateparent.com • August 2013

GOING PLACES AUGUST Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Co-ed Artistic Gymnastics (boys & girls): Learn floor, bars, beam, vault, ages 4-10, 4-5pm, $50/mo. Beginning Boys Gymnastics for ages 6-10, 3-4pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Paesano Days; Anderson. Tonight watch as the bocci ball tournament continues, then enjoy a spaghetti dinner & dancing to live music. Full day event follows on Sat. Free entry, dinner $10/adult, $5/ages 12 & under. All ages. 6-10pm. Free. Anderson River Park. (530)2434127. Public/Family Swims; Redding Aquatic Center. M-Th, 1-4:30pm, Fri/Sat, 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm, Sun 1-4. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pmmidnight, $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. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Rock ‘N Swim At Redding Aquatic Center. Swim & hang out in the pool while listening to music. Check out the centers climbing wall. Fri, 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. “The Knack” Family Crafting Event; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up are invited for a hands-on craft experience. While supplies last. 4-6pm. Free, children must be supervised by an adult. Michael’s arts & crafts store, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Tiny Tots Open Gym; Redding. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, siblings welcome; must be supervised by adult. M/Tu/ Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers/early walkers & caregivers. Explore through music, obstacle courses, climbing, sensory exercises & games. Ages 9-18mos. 9-9:45am. $15 reg free + $40/ mo; 1st class free. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES 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 St. (530)893-FARM. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. Get extra cheerleading or tumbling practice - work on anything you desire. Coach helps w/spotting. All ages/abilities. $5/ hr or $65/mo all-gym pass (includes classes). 10am12pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym,13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Evening Campfire Program: Bats; Oroville. Enjoy songs & ranger talks around a campfire. All ages. 8pm. Free. Loafer Creek Campgrounds, Loafer Creek Rd. off Hwy 162. (530)538-2219. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Bring the whole family for a fantastic time of family fun, with family music & a great family price! 6:30-9pm. $12/ family of four (additional members +$2.50), + $2-$3 skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Chico & Oroville. Handson building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. Chico: 2580 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)342-0477; Oroville: 2150 3rd St. (530)538-0521. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai, Japanese songs & crafts. 1pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave.

(530)891-2726. Junior Ranger Program: Scat; Oroville. Kids ages 7-12 learn about animal life, ecology, native Californians, insects, park careers, cultural & natural resources & their protection, & more. 10-11am. Free, call to pre-reg & for free parking info. Lake Oroville Visitors Center. (530)538-2219. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530)893-3276. Recreational Swims; Oroville. M-Sat, 1-4pm. $3/ Person. Palermo Pool. 2350 Ludlum Ave. (530)533-2011. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Join RollerRoo for this specially designed session for kids 10 & under; strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. $5.75/child, includes quad skate rental (parents skate half price); or $25/6-weeks. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with good music. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. $16/person/3hrs, includes shoes; or $5/game + $2.50/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545.

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SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

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SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Anything Goes Musical; Chico. A saucy & splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meetsgirl. Includes some of the most memorable songs in theater history: “I Get a Kick out of You,” “It’s De-Lovely” & “Anything Goes.” All ages. 7:30pm. $12-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. Book Sale At Oroville Library. 10am-2pm. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Brand-New Stories To Share Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Build Your Own Worm Bin Workshop; Durham. Learn about vermicomposting & its benefits for your garden; create a functioning worm bin complete with worm residents to take home! All ages. 10am. Mention North State Parent for special cost of $35 (normally $50), prereg. The Worm Farm, 9033 Esquon Rd. (530)894-1276.

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SACRAMENTO COUNTY

Homeschooling Conference; Sacramento. CA’s largest homeschooling conference. Aug 1-4; single-day passes avail. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Charlie Rabbit Kids Gardening Program; Redding. Join Charlie, Turtle Bay’s adorable jackrabbit puppet, for monthly interactive gardening activities. For children & their siblings, parents & grandparents. Wear gardening clothes! 10:30am. Free w/Park admission, $4-$14. West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (in rain meet in Greenhouse), (530)242-3178. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $5 studio fee per couple. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Kids have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am, $4/child; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm, $7/child. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn how to research records to find your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat 1-4pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Redding. Hands-on building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. 1200 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-1313. Kids On Wheels; Redding. Special skate time for ages 10 & under. Parents can skate too! 10-11:30am. $3/ child, $1/parent, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. LEGO Building; Redding. Get inspired by the Art of the Brick exhibit & then create your own masterpieces a LEGOâ build area. 1-4 pm. Free w/Park admission, $10$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center 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 0-7 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm, $5/ child. Ages 8 & up: 12-2pm, $10/person (members $6). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Paesano Days & Fun Run/Walk; Anderson. Annual celebration of Italian culture & heritage. Fun family activities & includes 3-day bocce ball tournament, children’s games, crafts, entertainment, food court, dancing & more. Fun/Run walk through Anderson River Park ($20). Tri-tip dinner at 5pm. ($12/plate). 10am10pm. Free. Anderson River Park. (530)243-4127. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun, climbing, sliding & splish-splashing. Sats, 9:30-11:30am, thru 8/31. Ages 0-5 free, parents $3.50. Aquatic Center Play Structure, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Rock ‘N’ Bowl at Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pmmidnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $15, includes shoes & sodas. Sat, 9pm-Midnight. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Saturday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off on summer Saturdays at the Redding Aquatic Center. 1-4:30 & 4:30-7pm. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. 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. Star Party At Whiskeytown National Recreation Area; Whiskeytown. Experience the night sky & explore celestial marvels. Shasta Astronomy Club provides powerful telescopes & Sky Rangers offer engaging activities & stories. All ages. 1st Sats, 8-11:30pm, weather-permitting (make-up date 2nd Sat). Free. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Paige Bar Rd., meet at Mt. Shasta Mines trail-head parking lot. (530)246-1225.

GOING PLACES AUGUST Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Art On The Block & Eco Art Festival; Mt. Shasta. Arts & crafts booths with eco-environmental art focus, activities for children, music jam sessions & performance by gypsy swing band Beso Negro (7pm). Free kids art activities 10am-5pm aboard the Siskiyou Arts Bus, a 40-foot school bus converted into a youth-focused art studio. Full event 9am-9pm in downtown Mt. Shasta. (888)609-1101. Kids Block Party; Yreka. Over 3 blocks of free fun for the entire family. Water games (by Yreka Fire Dept), face painting, kids’ music, K-9 Unit demos, magician, balloon artist, free children’s haircuts, & much more! 11am-3pm. Downtown Yreka, on Broadway. (530)598-0075. Kids Fishing Day; Mt. Shasta. Three ponds will be stocked with trout, for kids ages 15 or younger (must be able to hold a rod/reel). Helpers on site assist with questions about fishing. Free bait & limited loaner tackle available. 8:45am-3:15pm. Registration 8:45am. Free. Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)225-2368. Mt. Shasta Lavender Farms Closing Weekend; Montague. Roam 10+ acres of u-pick lavender with stunning views of Mt. Shasta & Shasta Valley. Enjoy the terrace garden, walk the 90ft lavender labyrinth. Sip lavender lemonade, pick lavender ($4/100 stems), visit the lavender shop. 9am-4pm. Free admission. 9706 Harry Cash Rd. (530)926-2651. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Siskiyou Lake Day With Shasta Disabled Sports; Mt. Shasta. All ages/disabilities welcome to enjoy a day of boating, swimming, sailing, fishing & BBQ. SDS will bring kayaks, canoes, rafts, a sail boat & food & beverages. Bring swim trunks & fishing gear. Free, by pre-registration. Volunteers welcome. Lake Siskiyou North Shore day use area. (530)925-1531.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs, & artisan food products & crafts. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. 645 Antelope Blvd. (530)526-2843. Funky Fish Yoga Camps; Corning. Helps kids ages 3-12 transition back to school & sports. Includes high-energy games & silly meditation. Weekly 8/3-28: Sat, 10am (712yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs). $10/ drop-in or full session $40/ages 3-6 & $70/ages 7-12; includes camp shirt. Fountain of Health, 1415 Solano St. (530)689-0222. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Red Bluff. Hands-on building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. 2650 Main St. (530)528-8579. Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Concert On The Ridge; Oroville. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, kids, family & friends to enjoy music by “Sweet Dreams.” Hamburgers & hot dogs available. Entrance: $5, children 12 & under free. 4:306pm. Lake Oroville Golf & Event Center, 5131 Royal Oaks Dr. (530)990-7002. Gold Panning Class; Oroville. Come visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn to pan for gold. All ages. 1pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. Today 2pm matinée. See the 1st.

SACRAMENTO COUNTY

Homeschooling Conference; Sacramento. CA’s largest homeschooling conference. Aug 1-4; single-day passes avail. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Fun Sundays At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. 1-4pm. Admission is $10 for family of four. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Farmers Market At Turtle Bay; Redding. Buy local & get nothing but the best for your family. Wide selection of certified local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. All ages. 8am-12pm, thru 10/20. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Watch native fish in the aquarium zigzag, wiggle & play with their food at feeding time. All ages. Daily at 10:30am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Museum aquarium, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. LEGO Building; Redding. Get inspired by the Art of the Brick exhibit & then create your own masterpieces a LEGO™ build area. 1-4 pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Sunday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off at the Redding Aquatic Center from 1-4:30, thru 9/1. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

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. Mt. Shasta Lavender Farms Closing Day; Montague. Roam 10+ acres of u-pick lavender with stunning views of Mt. Shasta & Shasta Valley. Enjoy the terrace garden, walk the 90ft lavender labyrinth. Sip lavender lemonade, pick lavender stems, visit the lavender shop. 9am-4pm. Free admission. 9706 Harry Cash Rd. (530)926-2651. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Mt. Shasta Summit Century Bike Ride; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy scenic rides for all skill levels, from the 30-mile half-metric (great for families & novice riders) to the grueling 135-mile Super Century. $40-$90 reg fee include support stops & dinner (starting 1pm). Ride starts 5am-8:30am. Mt. Shasta City Park, 1315 Nixon Rd. (800)926-4865.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Camp Chico Creek: All About Bidwell; Chico. Kids learn, splash & laugh. Environmental education-based day camp provides outdoor recreation activities & fosters awareness of nature in a fun, safe & caring setting. Ages 5-11. 9am-4pm, 8/5-9. $85/half day, $135/full day; extended care + $20. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 East 8th St. (530)891-4671. Recreational Swims; Oroville. M-Sat, 1-4pm. $3/Person. Palermo Pool. 2350 Ludlum Ave. (530)533-2011. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo2½yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy story, fingerplays & playtime. Learn how early literacy activities build Developmental Assets. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Cooking At The Y; Redding. In this hands-on class children chop, measure, taste their creations & clean up - all part of the cooking experience. Ages 5-12. Mons, 3:30-4:30pm. $20/month (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Dance Camp 2013; Anderson. Great intensive dance instruction for grades 4-12 taught by Susan Romero & Roni Grandell. Aug 5-8. Grades 4-8: 5-7pm; Grades 9-12: 7-9pm. $35/full session; reg thru Anderson Parks & Recreation. Held at Anderson Union High School’s Performing Arts Center, 1471 Ferry St. (530)487-0777.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Drums Alive - Kids Beat Classes; Redding. Students use stability balls as drums to improve left & right brain pathways, increase focus & to integrate toning, flexibility & rhythmical flow. Ages 9-12. Mons, 3:30-4:30pm. $20/ mo (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530)246-9622. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes one 2-topping pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane (up to 8 bowlers); includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble way. (530)244-5773. 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, 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Intermediate LEGO Mindstorms Robotics; Redding. Students build LEGO robots, program them to life, & enjoy fun activities. Prerequisite: previous Mindstorms experience. Ages 9-13. M-F, 9am-12pm, 8/5-9. $130, includes robot kit & use of laptop. Redding School of the Arts, 955 Inspiration Way. (530)638-3399. Intro To Gymnastics For Girls; Redding. Girls learn vault, floor exercise, beam & uneven parallel bars. Ages 5-12, 6-7pm. $50/mo. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Enjoy a studio atmosphere where families share time together creating memories through painting on ceramics. Studio fee: $3.50/ages 18 & under, $5/adults. 11-5pm. All Fired Up! 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. Safe, supervised & fun gym with lots of room to play. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-7 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm, $5/child; Ages 12+: 6-7pm, $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Mini-me: parent/child gymnastics intro class, 1-3yrs, 4-4:45, $40/mo. Artistic Gymnastics Class: Fast-paced beginning class teaches basic gymnastics skills & terminology, ages 5-8, 4-5pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Public Weekday Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off & have fun at the Redding Aquatic Center. M-Th, 1-4:30pm & Fri 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Summer Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. 12:30-3:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES LEGO Building; Redding. Get inspired by the Art of the Brick exhibit & then create your own masterpieces a LEGOâ build area. 1-4 pm. See the 2nd. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to enjoy water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, baked items, tamales & other delightful handmade goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. 3:30-6pm, thru mid-Oct. Castle St. at N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)436-2532. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Ukulele Camp For Kids; Mt. Shasta. Participants learn the commonly used chords & to strum Hawaiian, folk & popular music in four 1-hour uke lessons! Performance for parents on final day. Ages 8 & up. 10-11am, 8/58. $45/4 days, pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Summer Funzone; Red Bluff. 8-week program for ages 5-12. Weekly themes with arts, crafts & games. M-F, 12-5:30pm, thru 8/9. $7/day, pre-reg at Red Bluff Community Center. Held at Jackson Heights Elementary School, 225 Jackson St. (530)527-8181.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Calming Your Crying Baby. 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. Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. National Night Out; Oroville. The Oroville Police Department Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) invites everyone to their 2nd annual evening of live music, children’s activities, informational booths, food vendors & other surprises. 4-8pm. Sank Park, 1067 Montgomery St. (530)680-3367. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm

thru 10/15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. 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 Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

75¢ Family Discount Bowling Nights; Redding. Bowl for only 75¢ cents a game Tues & Wed nights (shoe rental $3 if needed). Ages 4 & up. 5-9pm, thru 8/28. Shasta Lanes Bowling Center, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Audition Workshop; Anderson. Fun instructional workshop to help kids feel comfortable with the audition process. Taught by Nancy Dutton & John Truitt, using theatre games & singing exercises to help students soar at auditions! Grades 2-8. 3-4:30pm. Prereg: $15/one-day, $25/two-days; door price: $20/day. AUHS Performing Arts Center, 1471 Ferry St. (530)4870777. Chess Group; Redding. Whether you want to learn or practice, enjoy playing games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. Ages youth & adult. Tues, 6-7:30pm. Free (open to all). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Freerun/Parkour & Tumble-Fun Classes; Redding. Freerun/Parkour: Practice your urban free-run skills in a fully matted gym. Learn to flip, twist & run-out over obstacles, ages 8+, 6-7pm. $50/mo. Tumble-Fun: Fun & fast-paced beginning gymnastics class, learn basic skills & terminology, ages 6+, 4-5pm, $50/mo. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kindergym (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. Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour for beg-adv athletes, 7-8pm, $50/mo. 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Little ones ages 5 & under have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/ Th, 8:30-9:30am. $4/child; under age 4 play with adult. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM.

Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Programs; Redding. Junior Tumbling: Basic tumbling on a foam-padded spring floor - learn cartwheels to round-offs, ages 6-12, 6:45-7:45pm. Little Stars: Games, obstacle courses & more promote muscle development, memory, attention span & comprehension, ages 3½-4yrs, 5-5:45pm. Classes $43/mo. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Members of the Shasta Genealogy Society assist with your family history research & questions. Tue, 10am-12pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Kids can rock out on a virtual stage playing guitar in this music video game. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Hula Dance Lessons; Anderson. Enjoy learning hula! This form of dance is fun & helps to harmonize the body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/class. Community Center, Anderson City Hall, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Lil’ Chefs; Redding. Fun & educational cooking experience for children ages 3-5, who learn about cooperation, directions, shapes, sensory exploration, fine motor skills & more. Tues, 9-10am. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. Fun family night: all-you-can-eat pizza, salad & twists, board games, coloring, face painting & balloons. 6-8pm. $7.49/ adults, $4.99/ages 6-10, Kids under 5 free. Round Table Pizza, 900 Dana Dr. (530)223-1975. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special studio fee of $2 (plus price of pottery). All ages. 11am5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. $10/class; $25/3 classes; $70/8 classes. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Youth Martial Arts; Redding. Increase your child’s skills & self-confidence. Includes punches, kicks & blocks. Ages 6-12; all skill levels. T/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. (Teen/ adult class follows 7:30-9pm). $30/mo ($15 Y member). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. Fun & easy class intro class for all ages. Learn steps, technique & styling of ballroom dances. T/Th 6:45-7:45pm. $7/dropin; $5/with class card (Wellness Center members $20/8 classes). Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Blues Guitar Classes; Paradise. Parent-child “teams” are encouraged. Blues guitar can be fun! Easy-to-learn style, whether you’ve had lessons or no training whatsoever. Bring your own guitar. Ages 10 & up. Weds, 4-5pm, 7/5-28. $50/full session. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Chico OVC (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic produce grown by CSU, Chico students & staff. 10am-1pm thru Aug, Sept-May 11am-2pm. Located at CSU Chico, between the BMU & the Student Services Center Plaza. (530)898-4137. Childbirth Preparation Series; Chico. Highly trained nurse instructors help prepare you for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes individual choices, including natural breathing & relaxation techniques, & pain management options. Weds, 6-8pm, 8/7-9/4. $125/ couple/5-week series, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970.

Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 532-8318. Recreational Swims; Oroville. M-Sat, 1-4pm. $3/Person. Palermo Pool. 2350 Ludlum Ave. (530)533-2011. Speaker Series: Photography With An Artist’s Eye; Oroville. Visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn about topics related to nature with today’s presenter photographer Paula Schultz. All ages. 7pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Ukulele For The Young At Heart; Paradise. Fun classes for ages 10 & up to learn to play the Ukulele. It’s easy; reading music is not required. Weds, 5:30-6:30pm, 8/7-28. $50/4-wk session, bring your own ukulele. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. Wildlife Illustration Classes; Paradise. Learn to create realistic black & white drawings of your favorite animals using pencil & charcoal. Includes layering techniques & texturing of fur, feathers & scales. Ages 10 & up. Weds,3:30-5:30pm, 8/7-28. $30/4-week session. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393.

SHASTA COUNTY

75¢ Family Discount Bowling Nights; Redding. Bowl for only 75¢ cents a game Tues & Wed nights (shoe rental $3 if needed). Ages 4 & up. 5-9pm, thru 8/28. Shasta Lanes Bowling Center, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Butte Humane Society Supper Club; Chico. Tonight the Sierra Nevada Taproom will donate 15% of sales made 4-9pm to the Butte Humane Society. Come out with family & friends to enjoy a delicious meal for a worthy cause! Sierra Nevada Taproom is located at 1075 East 20th St. (530)343-7917 x134.

Learn to fly fish or take your fishing skills to a next level at the Beginning and Intermediate Fly Fishing Clinic being held in Dunsmuir on the Upper Sacramento River. A fun day for ages 12 up! See the 10th (Siskiyou County). Photo: Fishing guide Fred Gordon demonstrates casting techniques at the 2012 clinic. Photo courtesy of The River Exchange. Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. Parents help parents in an informal group setting by sharing ideas, information & support. All ages welcome, free professional childcare offered. Weds, 6-7:30pm,year-round. Free, drop-in okay. Lassen View Elementary, 705 Loma Vista Dr. (530)225-0350.

Protect The Skin They’re In - Choose Your Cover KEEP BABIES SAFE • Dress them in lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirt and a brimmed hat. • Use baby sunscreen on small, exposed areas of the skin such as face & back of the hands*. • Stay in the shade whenever possible.

PROTECT OLDER CHILDREN • Use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher including UVA and UVB protection. • Apply sunscreen generously and often (especially after swimming or excercise). • Wear hats & sunglasses.

Families Honoring Our Troops; Redding. Action & support group works on projects to honor our troops. All welcome. 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $4/family. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638.

Sunscreen may be easy, but it doesn’t protect your child’s skin completely. Try combining sunscreen with other options, such as covering up, wearing a hat, wearing UV-protective sunglasses and seeking shade to prevent UV damage. Sunscreen comes in a variety of forms – lotions, sprays, wipes or gels. Be sure to choose one made especially for kids with Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 15 or higher, both UVA and UVB protection. For most effective protection, apply sunscreen generously 30 minutes before going outdoors. Take sunscreen with you to reapply during the day, especially after your child swims or exercises. Babies under six months should be kept out of the direct sunlight. The best way to prevent sunburn is to dress infants appropriately, in lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts, or brimmed hats, if possible. The American Academy of Pediatrics now advises that sunscreen use on babies less than 6 months old is not harmful on small areas of a baby’s skin, such as the face and back of the hands. But your baby’s best defense against sunburn is to avoid the sun or stay in the shade.

FIRST 5 BUTTE COUNTY

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GOING PLACES AUGUST G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kindergym (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 with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise, 6-7pm, $50/mo. Middle school power tumble enhances skills for cheer & gymnastics; 7-8pm $50/mo. 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn how to research records to find your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat 1-4pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features wonderful children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Music & Me; Redding. “Parent & me”-style class designed to promote basic music skills in preschool children, through music & movement activities. Ages 1-5. Weds, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y Members $10/ mo), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindergym: 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. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Audition Workshop; Anderson. Fun instructional workshop to help kids feel comfortable with the audition process. Grades 2-8. 3-4:30pm. See the 6th. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

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Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. Fun, supportive environment. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, how to lead or follow, & develop technique. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. $7/class; $20/4 classes; Wellness Center members $20/8 classes. School Hill Wellness Center, 778 S. Davis St. (415)215-2652. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Siskiyou Golden Fair; Yreka. Five-day event; 2013 theme: “Ol’ Nugget’s Birthday Bash.” Acres of fun. Kids’ actives, entertainment, sprint car races, home arts, horticultural competitions, livestock, horse shows, talent show, carnival, destruction derby & more. Today 3pmmidnight. $6/ages 7 & up, ages 6 & under free; $18/ season pass. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to live music. Last Wed each month includes puppet show! An adult must accompany young children. Weds, 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Summer Reading at Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 4:305:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Funky Fish Yoga Camps; Corning. Helps kids ages 3-12 transition back to school & sports. Includes high-energy games & silly meditation. Weekly 8/3-28: Sat, 10am (712yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs). $10/ drop-in or full session $40/ages 3-6 & $70/ages 7-12; includes camp shirt. Fountain of Health, 1415 Solano St. (530)689-0222.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. “Buy Local Thursdays” Farmers Market; Paradise. Enjoy fresh produce, music, crafts & more. 5-8pm, thru 9/5. Paradise Community Park, Pearson Rd. at Black Olive Dr. (530) 893-3276. Concerts In The Park; Oroville. Fun family entertainment, barbecued food & bounce houses for kids, outdoors by the river. Tonight features 70s arena rock sounds of the band Legend. All ages. Free 6:30-8pm. Riverbend Park. (530)533-2011. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Weekly on Thurs, 10:30am. $4/hr w/class card, drop-in $6/hr; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Jeff Pershing (solo), One Up the Acoustic DJ, balloon clown, spray paint art & more. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hook & 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. Nature Creations Class: Leaf Crown; Oroville. Come visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & create a fun nature craft; new craft each week. Ages 7-12. 1-2pm. Free, prereg required. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Parent Advisory Council Meeting; Paradise. Would you like to make a difference in your community? Join the Parent Advisory Council & discuss ways to improve services in the community for families with children ages 0-5. All ages. 12-1pm, lunch served. Free. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Self-Care & Resources For Caregivers; Oroville. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better self-care, & resources. 11am-1pm. The Greater Oroville Family Resource Center, 1720 Daryl Porter Way. (530)809-0444. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm! $4/hr w/class card, drop-in $6/hr; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Beat the heat. Play New Wii games at Chico Library. Ages 12-17. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 1st. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime. Resumes in September. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Scooterville Social; Redding. Scooter families & fanatics! Bring your ride & hang out with other motor

GOING PLACES AUGUST scooter enthusiasts at this monthly gathering hosted by the Scooterville Scooter Club of Redding. All ages. 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. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 1st. Little Explorers: Fun In The Sun!; Redding. Learn all about bugs with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. 10am. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 1st. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce & goods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Etna Farmers Market. Visit the beautiful Scott Valley & shop this annual farmers market. 4:30-6:30pm, thru mid-Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 1st. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Siskiyou Golden Fair; Yreka. Fun five-day event. Today open 8am-midnight. See the 7th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 1st. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion: Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Call for new times. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

& friends. $3 studio fee per painter, from 5-8pm. Call to reserve a table. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Rock ‘N Swim At Redding Aquatic Center. Swim & hang out in the pool while listening to music. Check out the centers climbing wall. Fri, 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. Instructor-led class for new moms, dads & caregivers of babies ages birth12mos. Free. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Alive After Five Art Night; Redding. Relax & unwind with refreshments & desserts while painting with family

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Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250. Siskiyou Golden Fair; Yreka. Fun five-day event. Today open 8am-midnight. See the 7th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

RFENC Family Fun Fest; Corning. “A family-friendly event in a resource-rich environment.” Activities for kids, raffle prizes, Folklorico dancers & more. Learn about community resources. 10am-2pm. Rolling Hills Casino. 2655 Everett Freeman Way. (530)899-8801. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

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Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

FRIDAY

Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. LEGO Building; Redding. Get inspired by the Art of the Brick exhibit & then create your own masterpieces a LEGOâ build area. 1-4 pm. See the 2nd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 2nd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

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SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Berry Festival; Berry Creek. 15th annual! Great food & 600+ blackberry pies for sale. Lots of kids activities, local artisan booths feature handmade items, art show & sale, live music & entertainment, firefighter demos & Berry Creek Idol contest (kids & adults categories)! 10am-4pm. Berry Creek Grange, 1477 Bald Rock Rd., approx. 22 miles from Oroville. (530)589-2695. Book Sale At Paradise Library. Come find a wonderful selection of gently used books at a great price. 10am3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Brand-New Stories Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Evening Campfire Program: The Mysterious Sutter Buttes; Oroville. Enjoy songs & ranger talks around a campfire. All ages. 8pm. Free. Loafer Creek Campgrounds, Loafer Creek Rd. off Hwy 162. (530)538-2219. Grandparenting Class; Chico. Join other grandparents & learn infant-child CPR techniques, infant safe sleep recommendations, benefits of breastfeeding, & tips on how you can support your adult child & their new family. 12-2:30pm. $35, prereg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Junior Ranger Program: Children’s Presentation; Oroville. Today children present their projects about animal life, ecology, native Californians, insects, park careers, cultural & natural resources & their protection, & more. 10-11am. Free, call for free parking info. Lake Oroville Visitors Center. (530)538-2219. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Chico. Kids build a project using wood, & upon completion take home an apron, goggles, project-themed patch & certificate of merit. Ages 5+. Free. 10am, reg ahead, space limited. 2350 Forest Ave. (530)895-5130. Movie At The Oroville Library. Enjoy an all-ages movie. 1pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530)893-3276. Paradise Cowboy Dutch Oven Cook-Off; Paradise. Dutch oven chefs from CA & NV compete. Live music, BBQ, libations, silent auction & drawings. Come early to buy a $5 sampling plate (limited availably). All ages. 10am-6pm (1:30pm judging). Free. Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530)521-1984. Recreational Swims; Oroville. M-Sat, 1-4pm. $3/Person. Palermo Pool. 2350 Ludlum Ave. (530)533-2011. Spanish Storytime; Chico. Join this monthly storytime for stories, songs & a craft for all ages. 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2726. Summer Sizzler Run; Chico. All ages invited to run the 5K or 10K loops of Lower Bidwell Park; new course this year. Great atmosphere & prizes, live music & post-race fun. 2013 proceeds benefits children & animals. Reg on Fleet Feet Chico’s website. 8am. Starts/ends at Cedar Grove picnic area, Bidwell Park. (530)345-1000. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 1st. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 3rd. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 3rd. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 3rd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

GLENN COUNTY

Farm Sanctuary Tours; Orland. Visit the critters at the sanctuary, home to rescued cows, pigs, goats, turkeys & other farm animals, each with a special story. Browse through the education center too. Guided tours 11am & 2pm. Group tours by appt. $5/adults, $3/child 3-12yrs, under 3yrs free. (530)865-4617.

SHASTA COUNTY

Catch A Falling Star: Perseids Meteor Shower; Redding. Join experts to view one of the largest meteor showers of the year, the Perseids. How many falling stars will your eyes catch? 9-11pm. Free. Arboretum Parking Lot, 1135 Arboretum Dr. (530)243-8850. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $5 studio fee per couple. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Drought & Heat-Adapted Plants Workshop; Redding. Class focuses on two Mediterranean climate areas:

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Australia & South Africa. Learn about fascinating plants from these regions, now growing & thriving in Turtle Bay’s botanical gardens in the extremes of our local climate. 10:30am. $3 (members free). West Garden entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Family 2nd Saturday: Holy Shooting Stars It’s A Meteor Shower!; Redding. Tonight, observe one of the largest meteor showers, the Perseids. Prepare yourself at this entertaining, educational event learning about myths & legends of the night sky. 11am-3pm. Free w/ Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Redding. Give your child the opportunity to say, “I built it!” Participants create a fun project & receive an apron, goggles, projectthemed patch & certificate of merit upon completion. Ages 5+. Free. 10am, pre-reg, limited space. 1200 E Cypress Ave. (530) 351-0181. Perseid Meteor Shower Party; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. View the Perseid Meteor Shower with passionate amateur astronomers who share knowledge & powerful telescopes, plus meteorite display. Starts after sunset; beach will remain open from 8pm on with no lights. Free; vehicle pass required ($5/vehicle). Brandy Creek Beach Lot B, 14412 John F. Kennedy Memorial Dr. (530)246-1225. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun, climbing, sliding & splish-splashing. Sats, 9:30-11:30am, thru 8/31. Ages 0-5 free, parents $3.50. Aquatic Center Play Structure, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Rock ‘N’ Bowl; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Safe Haven Horse Rescue’s Volunteer Work Day & Lunch; Cottonwood. Meet rescued horses & learn about the ranch. Help brush, groom, give out treats, clean water barrels & pens, organize & clean tack & tack room, & help with projects. Lunch served to volunteers. 9am3pm. 3950 W. Anderson Rd. (530)347-4941. Stargazing Campout; Palo Cedro. Enjoy stargazing on an overnight campout. The dark skies above a primitive campsite reveal summer constellations while shooting stars zoom overhead. Hike or mountain bike before sunset. All ages. From 6pm 8/10 to 12pm 8/11. $25-$30, kids 12 & under free, hot breakfast included. Shasta Land Trust. Contact for location. (530)241-7886. Walk In Time; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Learn how pioneers/prospectors Charles Camden & Levi Tower reshaped landscapes for family & travelers during the Gold Rush & after. Tour Camden’s 1852 home, walk the historic district & pan for gold. Wed/Sat, 3-5pm. $5/

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vehicle. Meet ranger at Tower House Historic District parking lot bulletin board. (530)246-1225. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. LEGO Building; Redding. Get inspired by the Art of the Brick exhibit & then create your own masterpieces a LEGOâ build area. 1-4 pm. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Two sessions. Ages 0-7 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9pmMidnight. See the 3rd. Saturday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off on summer Saturdays at the Redding Aquatic Center. 1-4:30 & 4:30-7pm. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom & Latin Dance Class & Practice Party; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dances from fun pro instructors, then practice your moves at a dance party. All ages & levels. 7-10pm on 2nd & 4th Sats. $7/lesson; $10/ lesson+dance. Mt. Shasta City Park's Dudes & Daises Bldg.,1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. Beginning & Intermediate Fly Fishing Clinic; Dunsmuir. Local guides Wayne Eng & Fred Gordon offer instruction on various aspects of fly fishing in the Upper Sacramento River, including equipment, casting techniques, reading the river & more. Ages 12 & up. 10am-3pm. $35, pre-reg required. Dunsmuir City Park, 4841 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-2012. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Siskiyou Golden Fair; Yreka. Five-day event; 2013 theme: “Ol’ Nugget’s Birthday Bash.” Acres of fun featuring kids’ actives, entertainment, sprint car races, home arts, horticultural competitions, livestock, horse shows, talent show, carnival, destruction derby & more. Today 8am-midnight. $6/ages 7 & up, ages 6 & under free; $18/season pass. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Funky Fish Kids Yoga Camps; Corning. Ages 3-12. Includes high-energy games & silly meditations. Weekly on Sat, 10am (7-12yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs); thru 8/28. See the 3rd. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Gold Panning Class; Oroville. Come visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn to pan for gold. All ages. 1pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Chico. Kids build a project using wood, & upon completion take home an apron, goggles, project-themed patch & certificate of merit. Ages 5+. Free. 2pm, pre-reg, space limited. 2350 Forest Ave. (530)895-5130. Workshop: Positions For Labor & Birth; Chico. Pregnant mamas & partners welcome to get ideas for positions to use during labor & birth. Hosted by Chico Doula Circle. Bring birth ball & flat sheet if you have. Workshop 2-3pm, doula care Q&A follows for those interested. Free. La Casita Primera Preschool, 2035 Esplanade. (530)513-4049. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. Today 2pm matinée. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Fun Sunday At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. 1-4pm. Admission is $10 for family of four. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Family Night at Waterworks Park; Redding. Bring the family to enjoy lots of water fun for all ages. 5-8pm. $11/ person or $15/person with meal included. Waterworks Park, 151 North Boulder Dr. (530)246-9550. Farmers Market At Turtle Bay; Redding. Buy local & get nothing but the best for your family. Wide selection of certified local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. All ages. 8am-12pm, thru 10/20. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Watch native fish in the aquarium zigzag, wiggle & play with their food at feeding time. All ages. Daily at 10:30am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Museum aquarium, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Sunday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off at the Redding Aquatic Center from 1-4:30, thru 9/1. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773.

GOING PLACES AUGUST Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s: Monsters University® Scarers; Redding. Give your child the opportunity to say, “I built it!” Ages 5+. Free. 10am. See the 10th. LEGO Building; Redding. Get inspired by the Art of the Brick exhibit & then create your own masterpieces a LEGO build area at Turtle Bay. 1-4 pm. See the 2nd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum Garage Sale; Mt. Shasta. Annual fundraising event at the museum. Aug 2-11, 104pm. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Pine Needle Weaving On Gourds; Mt. Shasta. Learn to weave with pine needles, & wrap gourds, bowls & other objects. Ages teens & adults. 1-4pm. $50, supplies included; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Siskiyou Golden Fair Final Day; Yreka. Fun five-day event. Today open 8am-8pm. See the 7th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Cuts for Kids; Red Bluff. Cuts for Kids provides free haircuts to school-age children in Tehama County in preparation for school. Free food, live music, games & info booths. Ages 4-18. 2-6pm. Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S Jackson St. (530)529-4074.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Art Camps & Weekly Lessons In Drawing & Painting; Chico. Art Camps for age 7-12 run M-Th, thru 8/15. 9:30-11:30am or 1-2:30pm. Weekly lessons available too. $125/camp, $25/class. Chico Art School & Gallery, 336 Broadway, Suite 20. (530)570-3895. Camp Chico Creek: Crazy Creek Week; Chico. Kids learn, splash & laugh. Environmental education-based day camp provides outdoor recreation activities & fosters awareness of nature in a fun, safe & caring setting. Ages 5-11. 9am-4pm, 8/12-16. $85/half day, $135/full day; extended care + $20. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 East 8th St. (530)891-4671. Recreational Swims; Oroville. M-Sat, 1-4pm. $3/Person. Palermo Pool, 2350 Ludlum Ave. (530)533-2011. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Mondays, 10:30am. $4/hour w/ class card; drop-in $6/hour; bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Children’s Summer Art Classes; Redding. Weekly ageappropriate sessions: drawing, painting, sculpture, tiedye, crafts from around the world, collage paper-making, & The Kitchen Sink of Art. Ages 5-14. 9am-12pm, thru 8/15. $65-$80/week, includes all supplies; day rates available. Queen Bee Studio at Art on the Westside, 8367 Placer Dr. (530)921-0680. 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, 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Public Weekday Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off & have fun at the Redding Aquatic Center. M-Th, 1-4:30pm & Fri 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Walk With Ease Series; Redding. Evidence-based program increases physical activity, walking distance & speed, decreases pain & depression, & introduces you to like-minded people. Includes walking, stretching, strengthening, education & motivational strategies. Ages 18+. M/T/Th, 8:30-10am, 8/12-9/19. $30/series, includes incentive gifts. Mt Shasta Mall, Dana Dr. (530)225-4095. Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. For infants & toddlers ages 6mos-2½yrs, with their caregiver.

10:30am. Free. See the 2nd. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-7 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 5th. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, baked items, tamales & other delightful handmade goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. 3:30-6pm, thru mid-Oct. Castle St. at N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)436-2532. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Learn & continue to build your American Sign Language skills. 11:30-1:30pm. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. 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. Bi-monthly. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x119. Games & Puzzles! Toddler Activities; Chico. Hands-on enrichment activities involving games & puzzles for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Weekly on Tues, 10:30am. $4/ hr w/class card, drop-in $6/hr; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm thru 10/15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. 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 Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Becoming a New Parent. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am12pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7-8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

75¢ Family Discount Bowling Nights; Redding. Bowl for only 75¢ cents a game Tues & Wed nights (shoe rental $3 if needed). Ages 4 & up. 5-9pm, thru 8/28. Shasta Lanes Bowling Center, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Barnesklubb; Redding. Norwegian kids’ club explores Scandinavia’s culture & heritage; open to all interested Varied topics. Activities include crafts, games, language, music & literature. All ages. 2nd Tues, 1pm. Free. Redding Library Children’s Area, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)251-1426. www.northstateparent.com • August 2013

GOING PLACES AUGUST Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 6th. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special $2 studio fee. All ages. See the 6th. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st. Walk With Ease Series; Redding. Program Includes walking, stretching, strengthening, education & motivational strategies. Ages 18+. M/T/Th, 8:30-10am, 8/12-9/19. See the 12th. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. See the 6th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Everyone’s invited to Wild Horse Sanctuary’s Open House in Shingletown for an afternoon packed with family fun. See the 17th (Shasta County). Photo of Matthew Songmaker & The Mountain Messengers who are returning to perform again at the open house, by photographer Stan Rapada. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Members of the Shasta Genealogy Society assist with family history questions & research. Tue, 10am-12pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Haven Humane’s 2nd Tues Dinner Club; Redding. Enjoy dining out & support Haven Humane Society. Tonight Nello’s, 3055 Bechelli Lane, will donate a portion of the night’s proceeds when presented with a “Dine & Donate” flyer from 5-9pm. Flyer available at Haven Humane Society or their website. (530)241-1653. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy storytime, a craft project & music. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Public Weekday Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off & have fun at the Redding Aquatic Center. M-Th, 1-4:30pm & Fri 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teens may join the Redding Library Teen Advisory Board. Members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. Grades 9-12. 6pm. Free, by application. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 6th. Chess Group; Redding. Learn to play or practice playing games of chess; instructors facilitate. Ages youth & adult. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 6th. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm; Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. See the 6th. Hula Dance Classes; Anderson. Learning hula is fun & helps harmonize body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/class. See the 6th.

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Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 6th. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. 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. 9:30-11:30am. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6241 Skyway. (530)879-3861. Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Rm, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Movie Day At Paradise Library. 1pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 532-8318. Pediatric CPR & First Aid Certification Class; Redding: American Safety & Health Institute First Aid course offers hands-on training that includes 2-year certification & EMSA sticker. Ages 12 & up. 8am-4pm. $75 (Y members

$65); must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Pencils & Scissors! Toddler Activities; Chico. Handson enrichment activities using pencils & scissors, for children ages 2-5 & their parents. Weds, 10:30am. $4/hr w/class card; drop-in $6/hr; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Recreational Swims; Oroville. M-Sat, 1-4pm. $3/Person. Palermo Pool. 2350 Ludlum Ave. (530)533-2011. Speaker Series: Our Native Flowers; Oroville. Visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn about topics related to nature with today’s presenter Ron Coley of the California Native Plant Society. All ages. 7pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $4/family. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am 12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)3474818. Public Weekday Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off & have fun at the Redding Aquatic Center. M-Th, 1-4:30pm & Fri 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Stand-Up Paddleboarding Clinic; Redding. An intro to the global sport of SUP that appeals to the young & the young-at-heart. Learn paddling, safety, maneuvers & more. Ages 8 & up. 5:45-8:45pm. $40, pre-reg (max 10 participants). Held at Whiskeytown Lake. (530)245-7248. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 6-7pm; & Middle school power tumble; 7-8pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ace Kids Club: Science Fun; Mt. Shasta. Fun hands-on project for children. 2-4pm. Ace Hardware Parking Lot, 328 N Mount Shasta Blvd. (530)926-3482. Children’s Storytime Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to live music. Last Wed each month includes puppet show! An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. Weds. 6:457:45pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Funky Fish Kids Yoga Camps; Corning. Ages 3-12. Includes high-energy games & silly meditations. Weekly on Sat, 10am (7-12yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs); thru 8/28. See the 3rd.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

breastfeeding. Hosted by four local doulas. Ages all. 1st & 3rd Th, 7-8:30pm. Free. La Casita Primera Preschool, 2035 Esplanade. (530)513-4049. Concerts In The Park; Oroville. Fun family entertainment, barbecued food & bounce houses for kids, outdoors by the river. Tonight features Inside Straight playing country rock. All ages. Free 6:30-8pm. Riverbend Park. (530)533-2011. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Chico Kids Choir, Bond & Bentley, Suzanna Holland, Meg Amor, balloon clown, & spray paint art. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hook & 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. Playtime at Paradise Library. For little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Wii At Chico Library; Chico. Beat the heat. Play New Wii games at Chico Library. Ages 12-17. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 1st. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 8th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Adoptive Parents Support Group: “Coffee & Conversation”; Redding. Adoptive parents meet to share, problem solve, give & receive support. 1011:30am. Childcare available. Call for location: Lilliput Children’s Services. (530)722-9092. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314.

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Anderson Library Storytime. Resumes in September. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. Parents & grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age are invited to this support group. 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Public Weekday Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off & have fun at the Redding Aquatic Center. M-Th, 1-4:30pm & Fri 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm, thru 8/16. $3.50/ ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/ grandparents. See the 1st. Family Evening Splash; Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the whole gang to enjoy family fun in the center’s Activity Pool. M-Th, 6:45-8pm, thru 8/15. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 1st. Little Explorers: Fun In The Sun!; Redding. Learn all about bugs with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. 10am. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 1st. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun. M-Th, 8:30-9:50am. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st. Walk With Ease Series; Redding. Program Includes walking, stretching, strengthening, education & motivational strategies. Ages 18+. M/T/Th, 8:30-10am, 8/12-9/19. See the 12th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Art In The Park–For Kids!; Chico. The Chico Art Center provides art instruction for children ages 3 & up during the Plaza’s Friday Night Concerts. Children create art & craft projects 7-8:30pm. Free. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & 5th Sts. (530)8958726. Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. A 35-year tradition! Tonight features original rock & funk performed by Jeff Pershing Band. Art area for children (see Art in the Park above). All ages. 7-8:30pm. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & Main Sts. (530)345-6500. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Ladies Night Out Movie; Gridley. A time for women to socialize & enjoy a movie together. Husbands & teens welcome to join (no childcare on site). 6pm. Gridley Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Stories, Songs & Crafts 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. Toy van visits. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Anything Goes Musical; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 1st. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd.

All princesses are invited to the 2nd annual

Princess Tea Party

Sunday, September 15 at 2 pm

Baby Ballet Ballet • Contemporary Tap-n-Tumble • Hip-Hop Jazzy Tap • Ballroom Toddler Boys Class Wedding Dance Lessons Birthday Fairy Tea Parties

At The Holiday Inn, Redding

A great opportunity for your little lady to meet some of her favorite Disney Princess Characters as she walks down an enchanting pathway into the Grand Ballroom. It’s a Fairy Tale come true as your little

627 Broadway (Next to Tin Roof Bakery) in Chico 530.345.2505 • www.kineticsacademyofdance.com

princess feasts on the “Happily Ever After” Dessert Buffet. She will get the “royal” treatment in the Wonderland Craft Center and receives a light dusting of makeup in the “Bibbity Bobbity” Salon.

PRE-SALE TICKETS ONLY: 2 & UNDER - $15, 3 & OLDER - $25 VIP TABLES OF 8 - $200 HURRY, LAST YEAR THIS EVENT SOLD OUT!

More information: Marlene Woodard (530) 351-1149. Proceeds will benefit the Youth Caring for Youth’s Outreach Ministries Sponsored by: Holiday Inn Redding & DeVons Fine Jewelry www.northstateparent.com • August 2013

GOING PLACES AUGUST Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Call for new times. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11am-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Public Swim; Redding. Final Friday swim at the Redding Aquatic Center. Bring the family! 1-4:30pm & 4:30-7pm. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Rock ‘N Swim Final Day!; Redding Aquatic Center. Swim & hang out in the pool while listening to music. Check out the centers climbing wall. 4:30-7pm. $3.50/ ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7248. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. Instructor-led class for new moms, dads & caregivers of babies ages birth12mos. Free. See the 2nd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 2nd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES

Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530) 893-3276. Volunteer Info Day: Patrick Ranch Museum; Durham. The Patrick Ranch is recruiting volunteers for their Oct. AutumnFest. New & current volunteers, ages teens & adults, can find what exciting things will be happening at the ranch. 9am. 10381 Midway between Chico & Durham. (530)343-8103. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Anything Goes Musical: Final Evening Performance; Chico. Chico Theater Company presents a saucy and splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. All ages. 7:30pm. See the 1st. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 3rd. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 3rd. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 3rd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under, strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $5 studio fee per couple. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Itty Bitty Pirate & Princess Party; Redding Aquatic Center. Children ages 5 & under, with adult, are invited to play in a water play structure & participate in fun games. 9:30-11:30am. $1/child (includes party favor), $3.50/ adult. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun, climbing, sliding & splish-splashing. Sats, 9:30-11:30am, thru 8/31. Ages 0-5 free, parents $3.50. Aquatic Center Play Structure, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Preserving The Harvest Workshop; Redding. Learn different methods of preserving & using fruits & vegetables. Join Betty Sutter for a very fun & informative class. Free. For adults. 10am. Free, by pre-reg. Wyntour Gardens, 8026 Airport Rd. (530)365-2256. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Science Saturday: Spiders; Redding. Have you noticed the number of orb weavers on the Sundial Bridge & around Turtle Bay this time of year? Learn about these amazing animals & discover why they are so important! 11am-3pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

Wild Horse Sanctuary’s Open House & Benefit; Shingletown. Includes barn dance, BBQ (small fee), wild horse viewing, Terri Farley book signing, live music all day, games, vet Q&A, raffle, & demos of working dogs, shoeing & saddling. Kids’ activities include free horseback rides (under age 10). 12-5pm. Free. 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Two sessions. Ages 0-7 (“Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Saturday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off on summer Saturdays at the Redding Aquatic Center. 1-4:30 & 4:30-7pm. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Walk In Time; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Learn how pioneers/prospectors Charles Camden & Levi Tower reshaped landscapes for family & travelers during the Gold Rush & after. Tour Camden’s 1852 home, walk the historic district & pan for gold. Wed/Sat, 3-5pm. $5/ vehicle. Meet ranger at Tower House Historic District parking lot bulletin board. (530)246-1225. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Adobe Day; Red Bluff. Experience life in the 1850s at this fun family event! Costumed pioneers assist visitors with crafting candles, corn husk dolls & adobe bricks, plus woodworking, blacksmithing & more!. Gold Rush Era music & dance. 12-4pm. $5/adults, $2/child ages 4-17, under age 4 free. Wm. B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park, 21659 Adobe Rd. (530)529-8599. Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Year-round certified market at 645 Antelope Blvd. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. See the 3rd. Funky Fish Kids Yoga Camps; Corning. Ages 3-12. Includes high-energy games & silly meditations. Weekly on Sat, 10am (7-12yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs); thru 8/28. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Brand-New Stories Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Chinese Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & a craft for all ages. 10:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Evening Campfire Program: What’s With Our Water?; Oroville. Enjoy songs & ranger talks around a campfire. All ages. 8pm. Free. Loafer Creek Campgrounds, Loafer Creek Rd. off Hwy 162. (530)538-2219.

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Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Anything Goes Musical: Final Performance; Chico. A saucy & splendid Cole Porter musical tale of boy-meets-girl. Includes some of the most memorable songs in theater history: “I Get a Kick out of You,” “It’s De-Lovely” & “Anything Goes.” All ages. 2pm matinee. $12-$20. Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Rd. (530)894-3282. Gold Panning Class; Oroville. Come visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn to pan for gold. All ages. 1pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.

SHASTA COUNTY

Build it! LEGO; Redding. Kids of all ages (including adult “kids”) are invited to build with thousands of LEGO bricks & let their imaginations & creativity run wild. 1-4pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Family Fun Sundays At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. 1-4pm. Admission is $10 for family of four. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Farmers Market At Turtle Bay; Redding. Buy local & get nothing but the best for your family. Wide selection of certified local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. All ages. 8am-12pm, thru 10/20. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Sunday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off at the Redding Aquatic Center from 1-4:30, thru 9/1. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Yarns At The Library; Redding. Ages 9 & up are invited to bring a knitting or crocheting project to work on get advice from a pro & have fun! 1pm. Free. Redding Library Community Room, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Daily at 10:30am. See the 4th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm unlimited bowling. See the 4th. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Let’s Make Paper!; Mt. Shasta. Learn to make beautiful paper with natural materials. All ages. 1-4pm. $15 for 10 sheets or more. Space limited, pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. www. ameloplace.com. Whitewater Rafting With Shasta Disabled Sports; Mt. Shasta. All ages/disabilities are invited to enjoy an exciting day on the Klamath River for a class 2 whitewater experience using rafts & inflatable kayaks. 10am-3pm. Free, reservations required. Volunteers inquiries welcome. (530)925-1531.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

CRT Kids Fall Classes; Chico. California Regional Theatre performing arts classes for ages 5-18. Designed to build skills in the areas of vocal performance, acting, dance, theater production & more. Sessions include Jungle Book Kids & Mulan Jr. M-Th, 3:30-5pm, 8/19-12/12. $75-$95., 3851 Morrow Lane, Suite Ste #7. (1-800)722-4522. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 12th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Baby Bookworms; Redding Library. Children 6mo2½yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy story, fingerplays & playtime. Learn how early literacy activities build Developmental Assets. Ask about playing the Wee

GOING PLACES AUGUST Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Fall Classes Registration Day: The Redding Arts Project; Redding. Register today for fall dance classes at theRAP; there’s something for everyone. All ages. 3-7pm. Cost varies based on classes chosen. The Redding Arts Project, 1726 Market St. (530) 245-1019. 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, 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Children’s Summer Art Classes; Redding. Weekly age-appropriate sessions for ages 5-14. 9am-12pm, thru 8/15. See the 12th. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, baked items, tamales & other delightful handmade goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. 3:30-6pm, thru mid-Oct. Castle St. at N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)436-2532. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm thru 10/15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. 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 Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Infant Massage Introduction. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Games & Puzzles! Toddler Activities; Chico. Handson enrichment activities involving games & puzzles for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 13th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy a special storytime, craft & music. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group; Redding. Learn to play or practice playing games of chess; instructors facilitate. Ages youth & adult. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 6th. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm; Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Research your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. See the 6th. Hula Dance Classes; Anderson. Learning hula is fun & helps harmonize body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/class. See the 6th. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 6th. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special $2 studio fee. All ages. See the 6th. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm;

At All Fired Up paint-your-own ceramics studio in Redding, all ages can enjoy being creative at the Treasured Tuesdays studio events for a low $2 studio fee. See Tuesdays (Shasta County). thru 9/3. See the 1st. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. See the 6th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Rock, Mineral & Fossil Workshop; Mt. Shasta. Handson scientific learning experience with Cathy Casey, former VP/program chairman of the Mineralogical Society of S. CA. Learn about natures oddities & curiosities in mineralogy, crystallography, petrology, petrifaction & more. For mature children & adults. 4-6pm. $10; pre-reg required. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5yrs. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530)532-8318. Speaker Series: Raptors Of Butte County; Oroville. Visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn about topics related to nature. Today’s presenter is John Hendrickson, naturalist, retired educator & photographer. All ages. 7pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Pencils & Scissors! Toddler Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on enrichment activities using pencils & scissors, for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 14th.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & other adults caring for children. Informal group setting where parents help parents by sharing ideas, info & support. All ages welcome, free pro childcare offered. Weds, 6-7:30pm, yr-round. Free, drop-in okay. Lassen View Elementary, 705 Loma Vista Dr. (530)225-0350. Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $4/family. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 6-7pm; & Middle school power tumble; 7-8pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Stories & singing to live music for ages 0-5 10:30am. See the 7th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Chico Hula Club, Jiving Board, Bob McDaniel, balloon clown, & juggler. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hook & 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. Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)8793835. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 8th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

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THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte County Fair Opening Day; Gridley. Today is $3 Thursday for adults ... and kids 12 & under enter free! Exhibits, live music & entertainment, carnival & much more. 4pm-11pm. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. “Buy Local Thursdays” Farmers Market; Paradise. Enjoy fresh produce, music, crafts & more. 5-8pm, thru 9/5. Paradise Community Park, Pearson Rd. at Black Olive Dr. (530) 893-3276. Concerts In The Park; Oroville. Fun family entertainment, barbecued food & bounce houses for kids, outdoors by the river. Tonight features county music of Jim Halsey & Jeff Simi live. All ages. Free 6:30-8pm. Riverbend Park. (530)533-2011.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

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Funky Fish Kids Yoga Camps; Corning. Ages 3-12. Includes high-energy games & silly meditations. Weekly on Sat, 10am (7-12yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs); thru 8/28. See the 3rd. Red Bluff Farmers Market & Concert Series. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities, live music & special surprises. 5-8pm, thru 9/11. 600 block of Washington St., in front of Court House. (530)527-6220.

Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/grandparents. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 1st. Little Explorers: Fun In The Sun!; Redding. Learn all about bugs with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. 10am. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

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Services offered in Shasta, Siskiyou & Trinity Counties

Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Art In The Park For Kids!; Chico. The Chico Art Center provides art instruction for children ages 3 & up during the Plaza’s Friday Night Concerts. Children create art & craft projects 7-8:30pm. Free. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & 5th Sts. (530)895-8726. Butte County Fair: Kids Day!; Gridley. Today kids 12 & under admitted free. Exhibits, live music & entertainment, train rides, carnival & much more. Ages 12 & under free, $8/ages 13+. 3pm-midnight. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. A 35-year tradition! Tonight features original jam music performed by Swamp Zen. Art area for children (see Art in the Park above). All ages. 7-8:30pm. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & Main Sts. (530)345-6500. Stories, Songs & Crafts 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. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd. Nature & Me Pre-School Class; Chico. Children ages 2-5 & their parents explore the world of nature with zoology, botany, geography & history. 10:30am. See the 9th. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Call for new times. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. Instructor-led class for new moms, dads & caregivers of babies ages birth12mos. Free. See the 2nd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd.

GOING PLACES AUGUST Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 2nd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

4th Friday Art Walk; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy receptions, original art & prints at six participating galleries in downtown Mt Shasta from 4-8pm. The House Of Blue Leaves Theater Production; Siskiyou County. The New Frontier Theatre Company in collaboration with Shadow Box Players presents this critically acclaimed dark comedy by John Guare. Info: (530) 261-2005. Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Corning Olive Festival Kick-Off: Parade & Bed Races; Corning. Tonight kicks off the festival with a parade down Corning’s main drag, followed by the “Corning Does it Bedder” annual bed races (enter your bed race team of four for $10). Lots of fun! All ages. Starts 6pm. Solano St. (530)824-5550. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Book Sale At Paradise Library. Offers a wonderful selection of gently used books at great prices. 10am-3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Rd. (530)872-6320. Brand-New Stories Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Butte County Fair; Gridley. Exhibits, live music & entertainment, carnival & much more. Today includes wood carvers auction & destruction derby (extra fee). All ages. 12pm-midnight. $8/general, $3/seniors & kids age 6-12, age 5 & under free. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. Childbirth Preparation Weekend Workshop; Chico. Trained registered nurses help prepare expectant parents for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes personal choices, including natural breathing, relaxation techniques & pain management options. 8/24-25: Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $125/couple, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Evening Campfire Program: Burning Nature; Oroville. Enjoy songs & ranger talks around a campfire. Learn about controlled burning. All ages. 8pm. Free. Loafer Creek Campgrounds, Loafer Creek Rd. off Hwy 162. (530)538-2219. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Chico. Kids build a project using wood, & upon completion take home an apron, goggles, project-themed patch & certificate of merit. Ages 5+. Free. 10am, reg ahead, space limited. 2350 Forest Ave. (530)895-5130. Movie At The Oroville Library. Enjoy an all-ages movie. 1pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530) 893-3276. StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Free reading program for beginning readers, struggling readers & reluctant readers. Read to trained, certified therapy dogs at the library. Ages 5-11. 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley

behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 3rd. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 3rd. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 3rd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under; strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

GLENN COUNTY

SHASTA COUNTY

Chile Pepper Day: Some Like ‘Em Hot!; Redding. It’s all about the chile pepper! Kicks off with 10am class on growing, preserving & using hot peppers, followed by salsa contest (12-1:30pm judging), chile roasting demos, chile pepper displays, handouts & more! For adults. Free, pre-reg advised. Wyntour Gardens, 8026 Airport Rd. (530)365-2256. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $5 studio fee per couple. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Redding. Participants create a fun project & receive an apron, goggles, project-themed patch & certificate of merit upon completion. Ages 5+. Free. 10am, pre-reg, limited space. 1200 E Cypress Ave. (530) 351-0181. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun, climbing, sliding & splish-splashing. Sats, 9:30-11:30am, thru 8/31. Ages 0-5 free, parents $3.50. Aquatic Center Play Structure, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095.

Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Saturday Public Swim; Redding. Cool off at the Redding Aquatic Center. 1-4:30. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Traditional Philippine Fiesta Celebration; Redding. Bring the family to enjoy a traditional Philippine cultural celebration featuring music, dance, dinner & dessert. 5-9pm. $10/ages 13 & up, $5/child 5-12, ages 4 & under free. Our Lady of Mercy Church Hall, 2600 Shasta View Dr. (530)243-8873. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Two sessions. Ages 0-7 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9pmMidnight. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Farmers Market At Turtle Bay; Redding. Buy local & get nothing but the best for your family. Wide selection of certified local fruits, vegetables & artisan goods. All ages. 8am-12pm, thru 10/20. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Sunday Public Swims; Redding. Bring the family to cool off at the Redding Aquatic Center from 1-4:30, thru 9/1. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Daily at 10:30am. See the 4th. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Redding. Participants ages 5+ create a fun project. Free. 2pm. See the 24th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm unlimited bowling. See the 4th. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

The House Of Blue Leaves Theater Production; Siskiyou County. Critically acclaimed dark comedy by John Guare. See the 23rd.

In Oroville, craftsman Antonio Flores helps visitors of all ages carve and play their very own elderberry flutes at the annual Native Ways Celebration; see the 31st (Butte County). Teens and adults can also enjoy the Ishi Gathering Seminar & Dinner featuring special keynote speakers; see the 30th (Butte County). Photo by Paula Schultz. Joaquin Miller’s Life In McCloud Tour; McCloud. Squaw Valley was the place where Joaquin Miller fictionalized his beloved “Now-aw-wa” Valley & built a cabin he called “Lost Cabin.” Visit presumed locations of events in Joaquin Milller’s young life. Ages 10 & up. 10am-4pm. $10, limited tix. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. The House of Blue Leaves Theater Production; Siskiyou County. Critically acclaimed dark comedy by John Guare. See the 23rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

California State Old-Time Fiddlers Association Monthly Jam; Palo Cedro. Free old-time fiddle concert, jam & open mic. Food & pie available. All ages. 4th Sun, 1-3pm. Millville Grange Hall, 20237 Old Forty-four D. (530)604-8706. Family Fun Sundays At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. 1-4pm. Admission is $10 for family of four. 44

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science enrichment activities for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 12th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

Corning Olive Festival; Corning. The festivities include train rides, olive drop, live music & entertainment, craft & food booths, & much more. All ages. Woodson City Park, Pear St. (530)824-5550. Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Back To School Project Application Event; Red Bluff. Eligible Tehama County children grades K-12 can apply to shop for clothes, shoes & backpacks for the new school year. 3-7pm. See the 16th. Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Year-round certified market at 645 Antelope Blvd. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. See the 3rd. Funky Fish Kids Yoga Camps; Corning. Ages 3-12. Includes high-energy games & silly meditations. Weekly on Sat, 10am (7-12yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs); thru 8/28. See the 3rd. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Butte County Fair Final Day; Gridley. Exhibits, live music & entertainment, carnival & much more. Today includes wood carvers auction & destruction derby (extra fee). All ages. Noon11pm. Tix $8/general, $3/seniors & kids age 6-12, age 5 & under free. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. Gold Panning Class; Oroville. Come visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn to pan for gold. All ages. 1pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Chico. Kids build a project using wood, & upon completion take home an apron, goggles, project-themed patch & certificate of merit. Ages 5+. Free. 2pm, reg ahead, space limited. 2350 Forest Ave. (530)895-5130.

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Advanced/Performance Dance; Anderson. Youth ages 10-14 develop flexibility, learn advanced turns & leaps, & work on choreography for performances. Mons, 6:207:30pm. $30/mo. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Auditions For Cinderella; Anderson. Grades 2-8 may audition Aug 26-29 for South Shasta County Children’s Chorus’ Fall production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella. See the Auditions section at the start of the calendar for details or call (530)487-0777. Ballet & Tap Class Series; Anderson. Ages 8-13 are invited to learn the basics of ballet & tap. Have fun & grow your skills. Mons, 5:40-6:15pm, 8/26-10/7. $25/7-class series. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. 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, 2613 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Intro To Dance Class Series; Anderson. Ages 5-7 develop flexibility, learn turns & leaps, & work on choreography. Mons, 4:45-5:30pm, 8/26-10/7. $30/7-class series. Anderson Teen Center, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11am-5pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Learn & continue to build your American Sign Language Skills. 11:30-1:30pm. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Cheap Skate Night; Chico. Bring friends & family for a fun night of roller skating. All ages. Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Paradise Tuesday Market. Meet local farmers, enjoy certified fresh produce & other items. 7:30am-12pm thru Oct 15, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd., next to PO. (520)893-3276. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3:305pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Teen Tuesday at Paradise Library. Call for details. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Choosing Quality Childcare. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Games & Puzzles! Toddler Activities; Chico. Handson enrichment activities involving games & puzzles for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 13th. Parent Cafe; Paradise. Make new friends, share ideas, learn about resources, build a stronger community. Monthly event for families with children ages 0-5. Dinner, games & activities for children. 5:30-7pm. Free. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

GOING PLACES AUGUST SHASTA COUNTY

Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Kids rock out on a virtual stage playing guitar in this music video game. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Page Turners; Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy a special storytime, craft & music. Ask about playing the Wee Read game. 10:30-11:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teens may join the Redding Library Teen Advisory Board. Members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. Grades 9-12. 6pm. Free, by application. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-7, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group; Redding. Learn to play or practice playing games of chess; instructors facilitate. Ages youth & adult. 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 6th. G-Force Gymnastics Tues Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm; Urban Flips (age 10+), free-run/parkour, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Research your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Hula Dance Classes; Anderson. Learning hula is fun & helps harmonize body, mind & spirit. Ages 5 & up. Tues, 7-8:30pm. $5/class. See the 6th. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 6th. Treasured Tuesdays At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting your own ceramic masterpiece for a special $2 studio fee. All ages. See the 6th. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st. Yoga Classes; Anderson. Ages 5 & up are invited to learn a yoga style that’s understandable & doable by any age or fitness level. Tues, 5:30am OR 5:30pm. See the 6th.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Movie Day At Paradise Library. 1pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Oroville Farmers Market. Fresh produce & goods avail. 11am-5pm, thru Sept. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 532-8318. Speaker Series: Peregrine Drama In Our Skies; Oroville. Visit the Lake Oroville Visitor Center & learn about topics related to nature with today’s presenter Ryan Martin, biologist for the Department of Water Resources. All ages. 7pm. Free. 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Pencils & Scissors! Toddler Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on enrichment activities using pencils & scissors, for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 14th. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Day At All Fired Up!; Redding. Families create works of art together. Perfect for homeschoolers & as an after-school activity. $4/family. Weds,11-5pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Toddler Storytime; Redding. Join special guest storyteller extraordinaire Linda Boyden at this monthly storytime event. Sing songs with musical guest Paul Boyden on guitar. All ages. 10am. Free. Barnes & Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Tower Of Power In Concert; Redding. Known for their iconic horn section, distinct vocals & funk, rock & blues of their “urban soul music.” All ages. 7:30pm. $28-$48. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877.

Discipline That Works; Redding. Free program for fathers, mothers & all adults taking care of children. Free; professional childcare offered. Weds, 6-7:30pm, year-round. See the 7th. G-Force Gymnastics Wed Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 6-6:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 6-7pm; & Middle school power tumble; 7-8pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Puppets, Stories & Songs For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 & their caregiver enjoy fun stories, singing to live music, & a puppet show on the last Wed monthly. 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Offer fresh produce & goods. 11am-2pm, thru Oct. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. Weds. 6:457:45pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities, live music & special surprises. 5-8pm, thru 9/11. 600 block of

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, baked items, tamales & other delightful handmade goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. 3:30-6pm, thru mid-Oct. Castle St. at N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)436-2532. Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 6th. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Chess At The Oroville Library. Come play! 3-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Chico OVC (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic produce grown by CSU, Chico students & staff. 10am-1pm thru Aug, Sept-May 11am-2pm. Located at CSU Chico, between the BMU & the Student Services Center Plaza. (530)898-4137. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5yrs. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for preschool age & younger.11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494.

Washington St., in front of Court House. (530)527-6220. Funky Fish Kids Yoga Camps; Corning. Ages 3-12. Includes high-energy games & silly meditations. Weekly on Sat, 10am (7-12yrs) & 11am (3-6yrs), or Wed, 6:30pm (7-12yrs); thru 8/28. See the 3rd.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After-School Storytime; Chico. Summertime stories & crafts for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. “Buy Local Thursdays” Farmers Market; Paradise. Enjoy fresh produce, music, crafts & more. 5-8pm, thru 9/5. Paradise Community Park, Pearson Rd. at Black Olive Dr. (530) 893-3276. Concerts In The Park; Oroville. Fun family entertainment, barbecued food & bounce houses for kids, outdoors by the river. Tonight features 8-Track Attack playing classic rock. All ages. Free 6:30-8pm. Riverbend Park. (530)533-2011. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Certified farmers market featuring fresh produce, cut flowers, delicious food, arts & crafts, & more. Tonight’s entertainment includes: Chico Creek Dance Center, CSU Chico Low Brass Choir, Daygone, balloon clown & spray paint art. 6-9pm. Broadway at 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)3456500. Hook & 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. Storytime At Durham Library. Enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)8793835. Tower Of Power In Concert; Chico. Known for their iconic horn section & distinct vocals, for 44 years Tower of Power has been playing the funk, rock & blues of their “urban soul music.” Go get your groove on! All ages. 7:30pm. $25-$42. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Creative Art Activities! Preschool Time; Chico. Ongoing hands-on art activities designed for children ages 2-5 & their parents. 10:30am. See the 8th. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-adults. M/Tu/ Th classes: Ages 6-13, 6-6:45pm; Ages 13+, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led handson fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am-5pm. See the 8th.

SHASTA COUNTY

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Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy. 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime. Story, crafts & stickers. All ages. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/ grandparents. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Thurs Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5), 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), 4-5pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 1st. Little Explorers: Fun In The Sun!; Redding. Learn all about bugs with fun activities & stories for age 2-5 & their caregivers. 10am. See the 1st. www.northstateparent.com • August 2013

GOING PLACES AUGUST Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-7: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Funfilled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market. Offers a variety of fresh produce & goods. 3:30-6:30pm thru Sept. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)235-4963. Etna Farmers Market. Visit the beautiful Scott Valley & shop this annual farmers market. 4:30-6:30pm, thru mid-Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 1st. Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. Cal-Fresh assistance & nutrition tips! Fresh produce avail. to McCloud residents. Tu/Th,10-12am. Free. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 1st.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Art In The Park For Kids!; Chico. The Chico Art Center provides art instruction for children ages 3 & up during the Plaza’s Friday Night Concerts. Children create art & craft projects 7-8:30pm. Free. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & 5th Sts. (530)895-8726. Ishi Gathering Seminar & Dinner; Oroville. Day 1 of 3-day event bringing together historians, writers, educators & students of CA history & Native American culture. 1:30-4pm: Seminar discussion "Do We Learn From History?" at Board of Ed. Conference Room $10, 1859 Bird St. 6pm: Catered dinner w/keynote speaker at Ehmann home $20, 1480 Lincoln St. Call for cost/ info. (530)533-9418. Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. A 35-year tradition! Tonight features hip hop & reggae performed by Mystic Roots. Art area for children (see Art in the Park above). All ages. 7-8:30pm. Chico City Plaza, between 4th & Main Sts. (530)345-6500. Playtime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Stories, Songs & Crafts 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. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd. Nature & Me Pre-School Class; Chico. Children ages 2-5 & their parents explore the world of nature with zoology, botany, geography & history. 10:30am. See the 9th. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Call for new times. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Toddler Fun! Playtime; Chico. Ongoing child-led hands-on fun for toddlers & their caregivers. Be the teacher while following your child’s lead. M-F, 10am5pm. See the 8th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES SHASTA COUNTY

Choreographer’s Showcase; Redding. Collaboration Dance Theatre & Shasta College Dance Club host its first event showcasing dance pieces that include works from the club’s choreographers. All ages. 5pm. Donations accepted to support the club. Shasta College Theatre, 11555 Shasta College Dr. (530)902-6335. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Ask about playing the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Baby Play & Learn Class; Redding. Instructor-led class for new moms, dads & caregivers of babies ages birth-12mos. Free. See the 2nd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Bowling & Pizza Night; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hrs of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Ages 4 & up. Mon & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 2nd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Fun-filled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

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SISKIYOU COUNTY

Yoga Pretzels; McCloud. Parent-toddler class teaches parents how to stretch & exercise with their babies. Fridays, 10-11am. Free. McCloud Mercantile Building, Main St. (530)964-3250. The House Of Blue Leaves Theater Production; Siskiyou County. Critically acclaimed dark comedy by John Guare. See the 23rd. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-F, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 1st.

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Brand-New Stories Storytime; Chico. Come enjoy new stories (plus a few older favorites)! All ages. 2pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Evening Campfire Program: Ishi; Oroville. Enjoy songs & ranger talks around a campfire. All ages. 8pm. Free. Loafer Creek Campgrounds, Loafer Creek Rd. off Hwy 162. (530)538-2219. Native Ways Celebration; Oroville. Free family festival. Learn about the music, games, stories, food, skills, crafts, history & lifestyle, of Maidu culture. Includes movies, hands-on activities, games, vendor booths & live music. Presented by local Maidu, other local Native Americans & Visitor Center Staff. 10am4pm. Lake Oroville Visitor Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Offers fresh produce & goods. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Municipal

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Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). (530) 893-3276. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 3rd. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 3rd. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:30-9pm. See the 3rd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under; strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

A Walk With Turtle Bay’s Horticulture Manager; Redding. Bring notebook & camera for this participant-driven program. Make your way through the Turtle Bay gardens with stops for discussions about plants. 10:30am. Free w/park or garden admission, $4-$14. West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Date Night At All Fired Up; Redding. Relax & unwind while enjoy creative fun together. 5-8pm. $5 studio fee per couple. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Preschool Splash At Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. A time for little ones to have water fun, climbing, sliding & splish-splashing. Sats, 9:3011:30am, thru 8/31. Ages 0-5 free, parents $3.50. Aquatic Center Play Structure, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/21. Civic Center West Parking Lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530)226-7100. Saturday Public Swim; Redding. The summer’s final Saturday swim at the Redding Aquatic Center. 1-4:30. $3.50/ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, ages 0-2 free. 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-7247. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am12:30pm. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Two sessions. Ages 0-7 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9pm-Midnight. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Fun-filled educational wildlife experience where live animals showcase natural behaviors. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 9/3. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

The House Of Blue Leaves Theater Production; Siskiyou County. Critically acclaimed dark comedy by John Guare. See the 23rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Improved annual summer market features more space, kids’ activities & special surprises. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/28. Red Bluff City Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Frontier Village Farmer’s Market; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market at 645 Antelope Blvd. 8am-1pm, rain or shine. See the 3rd. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 1st.

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Butte County

Orland

Shasta County

A Christian Education Is Not Just About What They Know, But How They See Grades: K-12 1148 E. Walker St., Orland (530) 865-4924 www.northvalleychristianschools.org

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Oroville

Feather River Adventist School “And All Thy Children Shall Be Taught Of The Lord.” Isaiah 54:13 Grades: 1-8 27 Cox Ln., Oroville (530) 533-8848 www.featherriveradventistschool.org

Oroville Christian School Building Foundations For Life Grades: Preschool-8 3785 Olive Hwy., Oroville (530) 533-2888 www.ocseagles.com

Chico

Paradise

Educating The Whole Child Grades: Preschool-8 2801 Notre Dame Blvd., Chico (530) 879-8989 www.chicochristian.org

Sending Champions For Christ Into The World Grades: 7-12 5850 Clark Rd., Paradise (530) 413-9802 www.championcs.org

Chico Christian School

Chico Oaks Adventist School

Champion Christian School

Imagine Your Child Equipped For This World, Prepared For The World To Come Grades: Preschool-8 1859 Hooker Oak Ave., Chico (530) 342-5043 www.chicooaks.net

Paradise Adventist Academy Grades: K-12 5699 Academy Dr., Paradise (530) 877-6540 www.mypaa.net

Palo Cedro

Reaching Hearts. Enriching Minds Grades: Preschool-12 21945 Old 44 Dr., Palo Cedro (530) 547-5600 www.reddingchristian.com

Redding

Bethel Christian School

God Is The Center Of All Subjects Grades: Preschool-8 933 College View Dr., Redding K-8 (530) 246-6010 Preschool (530) 246-2065 www.bcsredding.com

Country Christian School

Learning To Lead, By following Jesus Grades: Preschool-8 873 Canby Rd., Redding (530) 222-0675 www.littlecountrychurch.org

Liberty Christian Schools

Small Enough To Care Grades: Preschool-12 3782 Churn Creek Rd., Redding (530) 222-2232 www.libertychristianredding.com

Redding Adventist Academy

A Life For Christ, A Lifetime For Learning Grades: K-8 1356 E. Cypress Ave., Redding (530) 222-1018 www.reddingacademy.org

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