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CONTENTS 6 Be the Change Pam Thomason By Skye Kinkade

16 Park and School – LAVA, a Partnership for Learning By Skye Kinkade

7 Love to Learn: Visit Museums for Year-Round Educational Fun By Jenna Christophersen

17 Homeschooling Your Children: The Many Approaches and Benefits By Pam Sorooshian 20 Creative Back-To-School Traditions to Start This Year By Pam Molnar

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26 Prime Martial Arts 27 Moore Chiropractic 28 Bob's Tire Center 29 Roberts Automotive / Nicole Roberts Photography 30 Gaumer's 31 Mary's Pizza Shack

23 Help Improve Your Child's Memory By Lara Krupicka

32 Childcare & Preschool Directory

34 Going Places Family Events Calendar

On the Cover: Kyle Rusten and his daughter, Hannah, share a special moment at Gateway Science Museum in Chico. Hannah loves animals and playing with bugs; getting to hold the stick bugs at the museum is a favorite (and fascinating) activity. She also enjoys the museum's interactive exhibits, especially when she gets to push buttons. Hannah is learning to swim and loves princesses and the color pink. Photography: Nicole Roberts Photography. Nicole specializes in family photography, on location or in her beautiful, spacious 3,200-square-foot studio near downtown Chico. In addition to capturing special moments with your growing family, her full-service studio offers framing, prints, fine art and more. Visit www.nicolerobertsphoto.com for more information or contact Nicole at (530) 895-8000.

s the month of August ushers in the last days of summer before school begins, there are many fascinating indoor and outdoor ways to explore our scenic region as a family. There are bike and walking trails to explore; creeks, rivers and lakes to swim and play in; and there are also unique, close-by museums to discover. We have some of our local museums listed in this months’ edition on page 7. If you’ve been meaning to experience something interactive with your family, take advantage of the slower end-of-summer pace to enrich yourselves with a little science or history. Museums are cool spots to visit when it’s too hot outside to play. Every August we run Families in Business profiles as a way of sharing our belief in how important and interesting small family-run businesses are – and what a BIG asset to our communities they are socially and economically. See page 26 for more information: Meet the people who are working hard to run and improve their family-run businesses. Learn about the

tenacity it takes to get the work completed, and how these business owners keep their family values and time together a priority. If you’d like to be included in the future, please call our office. Don't forget the wonderful array of farmers markets that are happening all over our North State region. You might try visiting a market outside your own city – it’s a great way to get to know more of what’s being offered in our region! Check our Going Places events calendar for market information, and find a full list of markets in the Healthy Foods section of our website at NorthStateParent.com/ FamilyResources. My best,

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Pamela visits the small museum within the walls of Gaumer’s in Red Bluff. This business offers a way to view hundreds of fascinating agates, jasper crystals, a glow-in-the-dark fluorescent mineral display, and much more.

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Pam Thomason (left) with two members of the devoted Disability Action Center team: Jade Buckley (center), program specialist, and Deborah Uhl (right), technology coordinator. Pam says a good rapport is key to their positive work environment.

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

fter returning to college in 1999, Redding’s Pam Thomason landed a career she loves at the Disability Action Center (DAC). Born legally blind herself, Pam helps senior citizens who are losing their vision remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible. Pam provides adaptive aids, resources, counseling and advice to seniors who aren’t simply her clients, but also her friends, says Deborah Uhl, who works with Pam as DAC’s Assistive Technology Coordinator. “Pam is truly a resource for the people she serves,” says Teresa Evans, DAC’s Traumatic Brain Coordinator. “She’s an amazing person, and she’s very giving.” Wendy Hord, Senior Communications Specialist, said when she goes to care facilities, the residents always ask about Pam. “They speak very highly of her. She’s really bonded with them.” When Pam isn’t working, she’s volunteering as a board member for Shascade Community Services, an organization primarily serving adults who have disabilities. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking on the beautiful trails of Northern California. She relishes “spoiling” her two youngest granddaughters, 9-year-old Maddie and 6-year-old Claire. She also spends time walking her two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Penny and Polly, and playing with her cat, Pepper, that she rescued from DAC’s parking lot. We asked Pam to tell us more about herself, and this is what she had to say:

What is your education and background?

I was born in Grand Rapids Michigan in 1952, where I graduated from Belding High School in 1971. In 1982 we relocated to Redding because of the poor job market in

Michigan. In 1999, I went back to college after my divorce. I graduated from Shasta College with an AA and a certificate in Gerontology. In 2003 I graduated from Chico State with a BA in Social Science and a minor in Gerontology. I had two daughters who both graduated from Shasta High School. One moved back to Michigan, received an accounting degree, and had three children. Unfortunately, she was taken from us at an early age in 2009. My oldest daughter graduated from UCLA. She is married and has three stepchildren as well as two beautiful daughters and works as a surgical nurse at Shasta Surgical Eye Center.

What are you most proud of?

I am proud of my family and their accomplishments. I am proud that I was able to go back to school, graduate, and find a career doing exactly what I wanted to do. I was born legally blind due to Partial Ocular Albinism. The Department of Vocational Rehab helped me achieve my educational goal. Because of the legal blindness and the degree in gerontology I have found the perfect fit working with blind seniors. I am grateful to Dr. Martin, the Low Vision Specialist in Redding, who made it possible for me to drive. I had never driven until 1999, when he prescribed bioptic glasses which enable me to drive. It opened up a whole new world.

What is your life’s goal?

My goal is to be able to help others for as long as possible and to be strong and healthy enough to watch my grandchildren grow up and achieve their goals.

What is the one moment in your life that stands out above all others? Being present with my oldest daughter and her husband while my granddaughter Maddie was born. It was amazing to give birth to my first child, but to watch and help my daughter give birth to her first was life changing. I was so proud and happy to be a part of that experience.

What are your favorite quotes?

“What we think, or what we know, or what we believe is, in the end, of little consequence. The only consequence is what we do,” said John Ruskin. Also, Maya Angelou’s quote, “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

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The Disability Action Center has been serving the needs of people with disabilities since 1980 in Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Plumas, Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama counties. To reach Pam, call (530) 242-8550. Ó

Who inspires you?

My daughter Anne has always been an inspiration to me. I am also inspired by the many seniors that I help through my job. They have fantastic stories and positive attitudes about life and continue to adapt to their vision loss and the aging process. I have a few clients who are over 100 years of age and still are sharp and living on their own.

Pam Thomason enjoys her work with the Disability Action Center and also loves spending time with her two youngest granddaughters (shown on her computer monitor).

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Author Skye Kinkade was born and raised in Mount Shasta. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their four children, reading, and working on her own Young Adult novel (set in Mount Shasta, of course).

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useum.” For some, this word piques excitement and interest. For many, it evokes bored childhood memories of hushed voices, slowly plodding steps, and the ever-constant scolding: “Don’t touch that!” If you fall into the latter category, it might be time to give museums another try. Among its many treasures, the North State can boast of top-quality museums that feature everything from modern science to local history. Hands-on

activities entertain young children, interactive experiments intrigue older kids, and relevant, informative exhibits fascinate all ages. The region’s local museums turn learning into a fun process of discovery that can help gear kids’ minds up for a new school year. Spending time in these kid-friendly environments can also teach positive public behavior, like using indoor voices to avoid frightening an animal, or taking turns with other kids at an experiment table.

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natural history in the Butte County region and beyond.” Open Wednesday through Sunday, the Gateway Science Museum makes weekend visits especially tantalizing by offering special hands-on activities included in museum admission. In August, kids can explore the science of coloring candy, study different kinds of volcanoes and the properties of lava, stir up a batch of gak, and construct a maze for a marble. A special summer exhibit features tree houses that researchers use to study wildlife in forests and jungles. Ongoing exhibits include the museum’s drought-tolerant gardens, the skeletons of ice-age animals, and cross-sections of some of Chico’s oldest valley oak trees. For those who can’t get enough of museums, the Gateway Science Museum is conveniently located next to the historic Bidwell Mansion, which offers guided tours Friday through Monday during the summer. www.gatewayscience.org. 625 Esplanade. (530) 898-4121. Gold Nugget Museum; Paradise. When visitors step onto Gold Nugget Museum’s property, they step back into California’s rich history. This volunteer-run museum strives to not only preserve the area’s past, but to bring it to life. Toward that end, the museum offers teachers, students and parents day-long living history programs during the school year. In one program, participants experience the lives of 1850s pioneers by making butter, weaving cloth, and mining for gold. An alternate program

teaches kids to grind acorns, dance and throw spears like the Maidu people. In August, the museum hosts a special Dutch Oven Cook-off, an event that draws chefs and community members alike for the competition and delicious food. Normal museum hours are 12-4pm Wednesday through Sunday, and regular exhibits include Maidu Indian artifacts, a blacksmith shop, a schoolhouse, a miner’s cabin and a covered bridge. www.goldnuggetmuseum.com. 502 Pearson Rd. (530) 872-8722. Paradise Depot Museum. A venue of the Gold Nugget Museum, this wonderful grass-roots museum is located in the Paradise Community Park and features a fullsized restored caboose in addition to its star attraction: a 30-foot working HO gauge model of the Butte County Railroad. Kids can operate the interactive model that represents the 33-mile rail line that ran between Chico and Stirling City. Though typically open only on weekends, for the month of August the Depot Museum opens its doors for a weekly “Party in the Park," from 5:30-8pm on Thursday evenings. www.goldnuggetmuseum.com/venue/depot-museum. 5570 Black Olive Dr. (530) 872-8722. Gaumer’s Mineral & Mining Museum; Red Bluff. Set in Gaumer’s jewelry and lapidary shop, this unexpected gem of a museum will delight everyone in your family, from the novice geologists to the fashion divas. The museum displays collections of fossils, rocks and gems 9

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Love To Learn: Museums To Start The School Year from all over the world, and Native American artifacts. Perhaps most fascinating are the fluorescent minerals, which glow under black light. Open during weekdays, this museum also offers schools the chance to schedule tours of the sparkling surprises it holds. www.gaumers. com. 78 Belle Mill Rd. (530) 527-6166. Turtle Bay Museum; Redding. With two of its core values listed as “playfulness” and “community,” Turtle Bay Exploration Park clearly understands kids and families. In addition to the museum, the park includes the Sundial Bridge, a forestry and wildlife center, botanical gardens, and an arboretum. Inside the museum, kids can watch fish eat, peer through a glass floor to see a tree’s complex root structure, and explore interactive attractions. In August the museum features two very different “rock” exhibits. In the “Rock U: The Institute of Rock ‘N’ Roll” exhibit, visitors can explore the history and technology of recording and broadcasting music. The “Rock Penjing” exhibit displays the Chinese art of cultivating incredible miniature landscapes. With multi-media displays, historical and natural exhibits, and a hands-on science lab, your family won’t want to miss the Turtle Bay Museum adventure. The park is open daily, and guests can take advantage of discount days on the 5th and 10th of each month. www.turtlebay.org. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. 1-800-TURTLEBAY.

Siskiyou County Museum; Yreka. This charming museum, built in 1950, continues to carry out its original mission to “collect, preserve, disseminate, and interpret the history of the area for future generations.” A series of galleries educate visitors about the history of Siskiyou County’s Native Americans, pioneer settlers, Chinese immigrants, gold miners and trappers. Another gallery gives insight into the area’s timber industry, and yet another features historical firearms. During the summer months only, at no additional cost, visitors can step into the past by exploring authentic and reconstructed local buildings that compose the 2.5 acre outdoor museum. Open 9am-3pm Tuesday through Saturday (outdoor museum closes 2pm through October, weather permitting). www.siskiyoucountyhistoricalsociety.org. 910 South Main St. (530) 842-3836. For a comprehensive list of North State museums, visit the Museums & Historical Sites page in the Family Resources section of North State Parent's website at NorthStateParent.com/Museums. Ó

Gateway Science Museum. Photo by Nicole Roberts Photography.

Jenna Christophersen is a Chico native who has visited museums in many states and countries. She’s thankful for the individuals and organizations who make these fantastic local museums great places to learn and discover.

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CHARTER SCHOOL DIRECTORY Charter schools are independent public schools that have operational freedom and flexibility yet are subject to high levels of accountability. They are tuition-free and open to all students, and as public schools, they are non-sectarian and non-discriminatory. The “charter” that establishes each school is a contract detailing the school’s mission, program, goals, students served, methods of assessment, and ways to measure success. Most adhere to state standards such as the new Common Core State Standards. Created through a partnership between parents, teachers and students, charter schools aim to involve parents and give teachers freedom to innovate. Many charter schools provide personalized or alternative learning structures that focus on the needs of the individual students and families served by the school. Some charter schools offer a thematic or specialized curriculum, while others focus on the basics. Some look like traditional public schools, while others offer online classes and may not even have a physical campus. All of them value parental involvement and seek to provide expanded choices in the types of educational opportunities available. Read through our Charter School Directory to learn what some of your choices are and how they may be right for your child and family.

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WALDEN ACADEMY GRADES K-8

GRADES TK-12

Students at Stellar Charter School enjoy science lab projects.

SHASTA COUNTY INDEPENDENT STUDY CHARTER SCHOOL

MATTOLE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL GRADES K-12

GRADES 7-12

EIE would like to partner with your family to help your children be college and career ready through our personalized independent study/ home school program. We offer enrichment classes, vendors, Shasta College enrollment, and more. The teamwork that is built among families, community, staff, and students exemplifies our exceptional program.

Serving Butte, Glenn, Mendocino, Plumas, Shasta, Tehama & Trinity Counties 19500 Learning Way Cottonwood • (530) 347-3411 evergreenusd.com/institute-of-excellence

Walden Academy is a tuition-free K-8 public charter school that serves Willows and the surrounding communities. Walden provides an innovative learning environment that extends beyond the classroom. Science and challenging academics encourage students to collaborate and exceed in all aspects of life. We invite you to join our community of educators, students, and parents.

1149 W. Wood Street Willows • (530) 361-6480 www.waldenacademy.org

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Shasta County Independent Study Charter School (SCISCS) is an instructional program that offers flexible options for personalized and diverse learning, to prepare students for college and career readiness. We offer Regional Occupation Program Enrollment, Shasta College concurrent enrollment, an on-site instructional para-educator, an onsite career and college coordinator, group electives, college visits, work site learning, physical education opportunities and more.

1644 Magnolia Avenue Redding • (530) 225-0163 www.shastacoe.org

MVCS believes in honoring individual education choices and is committed to providing an innovative public education environment for students, their parents, and teachers, through independent study facilitation, small group instruction, tutoring, and online and blended learning, as well as community college co-enrollment.

Serving Humboldt, Siskiyou, Mendocino, and Trinity Counties. (530) 926-3425 or (707) 629-3634 www.mattolevalley.org

CHARTER SCHOOL DIRECTORY

LASSEN ANTELOPE VOLCANIC ACADEMY

HOMETECH CHARTER SCHOOL

TEHAMA eLEARNING ACADEMY

CHILDREN’S COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

GRADES 5-8

GRADES K-12

GRADES 7-12

GRADES K-8 Situated on our beautiful Paradise campus, Children’s Community Charter School is a safe, family-oriented K-8 learning environment where our highly trained staff integrates art, music and drama into our science, technology, English language arts, engineering and math curriculums. Parents partner with our teachers to support their children in the classroom and at home, creating a rich and unique learning community like no other.

HomeTech is an accredited, K-12, personalized learning, public charter school. Students attend classes each week, receive direct instruction from their teachers, and then complete additional assignments outside of class during the week. Success classes and academic support are available if a student needs a little extra help. HomeTech provides a unique alternative learning environment! Lassen Antelope Volcanic Academy (LAVA) is a new middle school that provides enrichment opportunities in the arts and sciences through afternoon programs and a partnership with Lassen Volcanic National Park. LAVA families will benefit from our flexible scheduling, which allows students to attend 3-5 days per week or work from home through our Independent Study Program.

Tehama eLearning Academy is a WASC accredited independent online charter school with a 7-12 program and an adult education component. Students at TeLA complete their coursework from anywhere they can access Internet or at the Red Bluff campus. The school has accredited teachers, A-G programs, credit recovery classes, individual education coursework and onsite electives.

22630 Antelope Boulevard Red Bluff • (530) 527-1272 ex 212 www.lavaatantelope.org

7126 Skyway Paradise • (530) 872-1171 www.hometech.org

715 Jackson Street Red Bluff • (530) 527-0188 www.telacademy.org

6830 Pentz Road Paradise • (530) 877-2227 www.paradisecccs.org

BLUE OAK CHARTER SCHOOL

GOLDEN EAGLE CHARTER SCHOOL

CORE BUTTE CHARTER SCHOOL

STELLAR CHARTER SCHOOL

GRADES K-8

GRADES K-12

Blue Oak is a Waldorf-methods public charter school offering our students small class sizes, developmentally based curriculum, and a broad array of specialty subjects including music, art, handwork, movement and foreign language. Join us for our next school tours on Mar. 22. Call to reserve your spot: 530-879-7483. Visit BlueOakCharterSchool.org to learn more about us!

CORE Butte Charter School is a public personalized learning school supporting families who homeschool their children. A personalized education program is designed for each student and support and enrichment classes are offered at three sites in Chico and Paradise. To learn more about our K-12 Home Study or High School Program, please visit us at www.corebutte.org. GECS provides educational choices for families who choose to educate their children through personalized learning. We offer a variety of educational experiences, including homeschooling support, curriculum, enrichment classes and full academic programs at our resource centers in Mt. Shasta and Yreka.

School 450 W. East Avenue Chico • (530) 879-7483 www.blueoakcharterschool.org

Stellar offers an engaging K-12 curriculum. Flexible program options include small on-site classes, homeschool, and online. Stellar High School is fully WASC accredited. Stellar K-12 is a free California public school.

A Personalized Learning K-12 Charter School

Serving Siskiyou County & Castella • (530) 926-5800 www.gecs.org

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1600 Humboldt Road, Ste. 3 Chico • (530) 809-0599 www.corebutte.org

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CHARTER SCHOOL DIRECTORY

CHICO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

FOREST RANCH CHARTER SCHOOL

GRADES K-8

INSPIRE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES GRADES 9-12

Come elevate your education at FRCS with small class sizes and individualized learning. Students enjoy free busing; engaging, hands-on academics; an arts program including theater, band and choir; an on-site GATE Program and more.

Chico Country Day School is a K-8 tuitionfree public school that provides a safe, joyful community where all learners are inspired to achieve their personal best. We offer a broad and enriched education that incorporates integrated thematic curriculum, music, art and technology.

HEARTHSTONE CHARTER SCHOOL GRADES K-12 Hearthstone is an individualized learning program offering inspiration and personalization for every student’s educational success. Hearthstone offers Hybrid and Independent Study options, small class sizes, visual and performing arts, concurrent college enrollment for high school students, environmental and enrichment activities, and much more.

Inspire School of Arts and Sciences is Chico Unified School District’s public, collegeprep, charter high school. At Inspire we empower students to explore their talents and passions while maintaining their vision of a successful future.

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Kindergarten - 12th Individualized Learn

Chico Country Day 102 West S C H11th O O L Street Chico • (530) 895-2650 www.chicocountryday.org

15815 Cedar Creek Road Forest Ranch • (530) 891-3154 www.forestranchcharter.org

335 W. Sacramento Avenue Chico • (530) 891-3090 www.inspirecusd.org

Butte • Colusa • Glenn • Tehama (530) 532-5848 www.HearthstoneSchool.net

LINCOLN STREET SCHOOL

NORD COUNTRY SCHOOL

PIVOT NORTH VALLEY

SHERWOOD MONTESSORI

GRADES K-8

GRADES 6-12

GRADES K-8

We believe that learning is a life-long adventure. We believe in the freedom to wonder, ask, explore, imagine & create. We provide high-quality, standards-based learning experiences in a small, rural school environment. Pivot North Valley is a tuition-free, public charter school. Pivot uses a blended learning model, giving students the flexibility to learn onsite and online. A five-day-a-week onsite program is available. Teachers provide daily oversight, motivation and academic guidance that is customized to each student based on learning style and progress. Field trips, events, clubs and other social activities are available. Call or visit Pivot North Valley to enroll today!

At Lincoln Street School, our goal is to inspire students, empower parents, and promote a lifelong love for learning. We create an environment where academic success is personalized and achievable. Parents work with credentialed teachers to implement an Independent Study program following a homeschooling model that enriches, challenges, and inspires students.

Accredited by Western Associa

Every child is a unique person with her or his own interests, skills, abilities and personality. The Montessori approach facilitates individualized instruction with multi-age groupings in an environment that naturally fosters a love for learning. Sherwood Montessori is a tuitionfree charter school with beautiful classrooms, engaging hands-on materials, on site, highquality child care before and after school, as well as music, art, cooking and gardening instruction. Call for a school tour!

Nord Country School Serving 7 North State Counties

1125 Lincoln Street Red Bluff • (530) 528-7301 www.lincolnstreetschool.org

5554 California Street Chico • (530) 891-3138 www.nordcountryschool.org

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2550 Lakewest Drive #30 Chico • (530) 636-4479 www.pivotnorthvalley.com

746 Moss Avenue Chico • (530) 345-6600 www.sherwoodmontessori.org

CHARTER SCHOOL DIRECTORY

ACADEMY OF PERSONALIZED LEARNING GRADES K-12

ANDERSON NEW TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL

MONARCH LEARNING CENTER

NEW DAY ACADEMY

GRADES K-8

GRADES K-12 NDA is an independent-study charter dedicated to supporting families making the choice to school their children at home. We provide credentialed staff, curriculum choices, tutoring, field trips, and an enriching vendor program.

GRADES 9-12 A small school community, with a world-class education and staff. Through project-based learning we teach students to solve problems and work as a team. Working together sets us apart.

The Mission of Monarch Learning Center is to cultivate an active family community where parents and staff together provide individual, personalized, and conceptual learning for each student, through exploration, direct experience, and discovery. Each student gains ownership of his or her learning. “We Are More Than A School, We Are A Family”

APL offers independent study/ home school and site-based class options up to two days per week. Core and remediation classes are available, as well as a wide variety of enrichment opportunities including art, drama, music, Shasta College Classes, and access to our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Academy (eSTEAM).

APL

Academy of Personalized Learning

Anderson

New Technology High School

2195 Larkspur Lane, Suite 100 Redding • (530) 222-9275 www.ourapl.org

2098 North Street Anderson • (530) 365-3100 www.anths.org

5307 Cedars Road Redding • (530) 247-7307 www.monarchkids.com

Serving Shasta, Modoc & Lassen Counties

REDDING SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

REDDING STEM ACADEMY

ROCKY POINT CHARTER SCHOOL

SHASTA CHARTER ACADEMY

GRADES K-8

Redding School of the Arts believes when it comes to young minds, art enriches and expands children for a full life in useful and unexpected ways. RSA seeks to accomplish its goal of high academic and behavioral standards through a student-centered, interdisciplinary and multicultural environment with an emphasis on the arts.

GRADES K-8

(530) 233-3861 www.newdayacademy.net

FORMERLY SHASTA SECONDARY HOME SCHOOL

GRADES 9-12

Rocky Point is a public, tuition-free program with a proven education approach that balances physical development and academic excellence. Small class sizes promote realworld experiences in the community, and character growth. We offer after-school care & clubs. Now enrolling for transitional kindergarten as part of our complete program. Our name has changed, but our program is the same! Join us for amazing onsite classes, Shasta College enrollment, traditional home schooling, high-quality tutoring, and more. We are SUHSD sponsored and WASC accredited. Let’s have a great school year together!

Redding STEM Academy (R-STEM) is a K-8 charter school sponsored by the Shasta County Office of Education. R-STEM is proud to utilize a nationally known Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) curriculum called Project Lead the Way. At R-STEM, students are provided individualized learning paths via personal laptops. Art, sports, and multiple field trips per class round out our program. Call for a tour.

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955 Inspiration Place Redding • (530) 247-6933 www.rsarts.org

3711 Oasis Road • Redding (530) 275-5480 • www.rstem.org

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3500 Tamarack Drive Redding • (530) 225-0456 www.rockypointcharter.com

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for parents By Skye Kinkade

Park and School

LAVA

A PARTNERSHIP FOR LEARNING

ess than an hour away from Red Bluff, Lassen Volcanic National Park is a 166-square-mile open-air classroom just waiting to be explored. A new charter school, Lassen-Antelope Volcanic Academy, or LAVA, takes advantage of having such a treasure right in its backyard, says the program's executive director, John Sheffield. Featuring flexible scheduling, innovative teaching, and hands-on learning, LAVA gives families the chance to tailor an educational program to fit their students' individual needs. Because the fledgling program is a partnership between Antelope School District and Lassen Volcanic National Park, students enjoy unfettered access to the park that they can't get elsewhere. Fridays are designated park days, Sheffield explains, when students are transported approximately 45 minutes to Lassen Volcanic National Park. Fieldwork related to classroom studies is reinforced by real life situations in the great outdoors. Students explore hydrothermal areas, volcanic lava flows, watersheds, sprawling wilderness, and the knowledge of the park educators. What students learn in the classroom is integrated with STEM studies and hands-on learning. LAVA students can choose traditional independent study or a hybrid independent study program in which they attend class three to five days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Monroe Street site in Red Bluff. All students can take advantage of afternoon enrichment programs if they wish, including guitar lessons, dance lessons, voice coaching, computer programming and more. Core classes, taught by three teachers, include English, math, science, social science and Spanish. LAVA is a concept that started brewing last year when Sheffield was lamenting some of the restrictions of traditional education with Antelope School District's Superintendent, Rich Hassay. With so many classrooms ruled by test scores and other regimented educational models of the past, students were missing out on rich experiences that will serve them well in the 21st century, says Sheffield. LAVA's inquiry-based, thematic units of study will allow students in grades fifth through eighth to advance at their own pace, Sheffield says. Classes are formulated based on students' ability levels. “LAVA Charter School will strive to develop a culture that allows students to acquire the skills and knowledge that will motivate them to become lifelong learners,” the school's charter states. “It is our goal to transition each student successfully to higher education or the workplace, and become a productive member of a democratic society that allows all students equal opportunity and access to this process.” If you are interested in learning more about LAVA, or to fill out an application for the upcoming 16-17 school year, visit their website at www.lavaatantelope.org, or call the Antelope School District at (530) 527-1272. Ó Author Skye Kinkade was born and raised in Mount Shasta. Although she's seen Mount Shasta towering above almost every day of her life, she never gets tired of gazing at it.

Back row (l to r): Robert Cromwell, Lassen Park Education Specialist; John Sheffield, LAVA Executive Director; and Stephen Gibbons, Lassen Park Superintendent. Front row: Ian Divine (left) & John Sheffield, Jr. (right).

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for parents By Pam Sorooshian

Homeschooling Your Children: THE MANY APPROACHES AND BENEFITS Where will today take me? Homeschooled children often have time to ponder what they want to learn about. Many participate in lesson plans focused on traveling, visiting history and science museums and are engaged in many other enrichment activities. Photos by Amy Quinto.

omeschooling is, in its simplest definition, educating a child outside the boundaries of a formal school. It typically means that parents take responsibility for their child’s education. Many people are surprised by the wide variety of homeschooling approaches, from school-at-home curriculum to natural learning much like the “free school” movement. Homeschoolers come from all religions, socioeconomic statuses, educational backgrounds, races, ethnicities, and family structures. Nobody really knows how many homeschoolers there are because there are so many different ways to homeschool, but current research suggests homeschoolers comprise around 3 percent of the school-age population. Homeschool-

ing is legal in all 50 states, and each state has its own laws regarding compulsory attendance and homeschooling. In California, children must attend public school between the ages of 6 and 18 unless they are exempt. Although homeschooling is not explicitly mentioned in the law, there are a variety of ways to homeschool that exempt a child from compulsory public school attendance. Parents can, for example, quite easily establish a private school in their own home. Just like any other private school, home-based private schools are required to keep certain records on file and to submit a Private School Affidavit with the state annually, but are free to use the educational approach of their choice. Parents do not need to be licensed teachers, and there is no

specific curriculum, testing or reporting required. Other options for homeschooling families include private school satellite programs, public school independent study programs, or charter school independent study programs. These programs vary widely in offerings, philosophy and structure. Private programs are paid for by parents, while public school programs are free and offer state-approved curriculum resources and supervision by a credentialed teacher. Charter school programs are more flexible and typically offer funding that parents use to select materials and activities for their children from an approved list. Some charters offer a full online curriculum. Private tutoring by a credentialed teacher 18 is another option for homeschoolers.

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Why do families choose to homeschool? There are nearly as many reasons as there are homeschooling families. For some, public school isn’t meeting their child’s needs or perhaps their child is being bullied. Others simply want to spend more time together as a family. Some families want to include their religious beliefs in their children’s schooling. Homeschooling allows children time to learn subjects not usually taught in their local school or to engage in more in-depth study than what is available in school. It allows children to learn at their own pace, not too fast or too slow, and it allows children to work at their own developmental level. Skills and concepts can be introduced at the right time for each child. For some parents, it’s important that their child spend a lot of time outdoors rather than in a crowded classroom. For others, it is important that their child have time for more nonacademic pursuits such as art or music. Many families spend time traveling, visiting museums and science centers, and are engaged in many other enrichment activities. Volunteer service activities are often included in a homeschooling family’s regular schedule. The question that generally brings a smile to the faces of homeschooling parents and children is: “But what about socialization?” Homeschooling allows children to learn social skills from and with other children and adults of a wide variety of ages. The older, more experienced children help assist the younger or less experienced. No artificial age-segregated borders separate children, allowing them to interact. Support groups, learning centers, sports teams, field trips and co-op learning activities are available in many communities and are good resources for finding friends. For homeschooled children, socialization means learning to get along, not just “go along.” The image of a homeschooling child, isolated at home with only siblings and parents for company, is a myth. Homeschoolers are in the world involved in many extracurricular and community activities; the question of socialization is really not an issue. The beauty of homeschooling is the ability to tailor the approach to fit the specific needs of a child. Many new homeschoolers choose one of the approaches listed below, and then, with time, pick and choose the parts that work well for their children from multiple methods, and are flexible enough to change as the children change. Some of the most common options are: School at Home: A full curriculum is purchased. It may include teacher services or it might be entirely online. It covers all subjects and often includes a teaching manual for the parent. As homeschoolers are a large market, there are many companies who provide and sell homeschooling curricula. Both secular and religious curriculum materials are available. Unit Studies: These can be purchased or designed by parents. A topic is selected and all of the children’s lessons revolve around that topic, i.e., “Oceans,” “Animals” or “The Revolutionary War.” A unit study may last a week or many weeks. Classical Homeschooling: This is also called the “Trivium” approach and it focuses on reason, record, research, relate and rhetoric. A WellTrained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home by Jessie Wise and Susan Wise Bauer is a popular book on this approach. Charlotte Mason: This method uses play, creating and conversation as primary learning methods. There are nature studies and “living books.” Narration and discussion are used rather than textbooks and testing. A popular book on this method is A Charlotte Mason Education by Katherine Levison. Montessori: Under the age of 6, sensorial experiences are emphasized and children work at their own pace while choosing from a variety of special materials. After age 6, children work independently on research and engage in music, science, art and reading activities. There are no textbooks or adult-directed lessons. For more information on Mon19 tessori homeschooling visit the Michael Olaf website at www.michaelolaf.net.

Homeschooling Your Children: The Many Approaches and Benefits Waldorf: This is based on the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner and takes an anthroposophical point of view that humans are composed of body, soul and spirit. There is an emphasis on the artistic appreciation of beauty in the lower grades, and on observing, reflecting and experimenting in the upper grades. For more information, visit www.waldorfhomeschoolers.com. Unschooling: Also sometimes referred to as “natural learning,” unschooling drops the conventions of schooling, eliminating required subjects, assignments and tests. These are replaced with the creation of a stimulating, enriched environment along with lots of parental support encouraging children to pursuing their particular interests and passions. A good introduction to unschooling is The Unschooling Handbook by Mary Griffith. Eclectic Homeschooling: Probably the most common form of homeschooling, parents choose to use a variety of resources and approaches for different subjects. They might choose a math workbook from one company and a reading program from somewhere else. They may be very relaxed about some subjects, while carefully and thoroughly covering others. Does homeschooling work? There are numerous studies comparing the achievement of homeschoolers with public-schooled children on a variety of standardized tests. Generally, homeschoolers tend to score as well or better than those who are conventionally schooled. Perhaps most useful are studies focused on the performances of homeschooled students as they enter colleges

and careers. Homeschooled students attend selective colleges as well as state colleges, universities and community colleges, and are reported to be more focused and self-reliant than traditionally schooled students, and to adapt better to doing independent work and living on their own. Homeschoolers graduate from college at a higher rate than their conventionally schooled counterparts and achieve higher grade point averages. Homeschoolers have often had a great deal of experience in structuring their own time and taking charge of their own learning. This helps them find success as entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, and in many other pursuits. When asked what they’d like to tell others about homeschooling, many homeschooling families talk about there being less stress and pressure in their lives. They don’t need to get up as early or enforce homework in the evenings. Homeschooling families also frequently mention appreciating being able to fully support their children’s interests. Most of all, they feel homeschooling is a lifestyle that is especially conducive to a close and loving family life. Ó

Pam Sorooshian is mom to three daughters, all homeschooled before going on to college, graduate school, and their own careers, marriages and parenthood. A professor of economics at Cypress College in Southern California, Pam serves on the board of directors of the HomeSchool Association of California.

Homeschooling can offer undefined and flexible amounts of time to explore art and other creative endeavors.

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There is NO SUCH THING as a “safe” vaccine. Every shot contains toxic materials. The U.S. gives three times more vaccines than most developed countries yet has the sickest childhood population. There are escalating rates of neurological issues, autism, developmental disabilities, epilepsy and autoimmune issues. Asthma, food allergies, eczema, childhood arthritis, diabetes, and leukemia are the new “normal.” They are linked to the toxic chemical additives in vaccines. Mandatory vaccine laws are here - with more to come!

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for parents By Pam Molnar

Creative Back-To-School Traditions To Start This Year

he years seem to pick up speed as your child gets older. One minute he’s getting on the bus for kindergarten, and in the blink of an eye he’s walking across the stage at his high school graduation. Don’t let the years go by in a blur – create new-school-year traditions your family will look forward to every year. Here are a dozen ideas that could become favorites:

Capture memories

The end of summer is a great time to capture annual back-to-school photos. Mia Black (left), age 10, and Terceira Pereira, age 7, pose in the branches of a favorite tree. Photo by Amy Quinto.

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• Drive to your child’s school a few days before the school year begins. Take a picture of your child standing by the marquee or school’s entrance. Have your child pose gazing up at the school while wearing his school backpack. Taken annually, these will make a great collage of photos to display at your child’s high school graduation party. • Each year, buy a school t-shirt from your local high school, then take a picture of your 21 child wearing the shirt with her backpack on the ground next to her. It’s a great

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way to show how she and her choice of backpacks change over the years. • Pose your child standing next to mom or dad in front of the house. Bring enough books for your child to stand on until he is as tall as his parents. As the years go by and your child grows, he’ll need fewer and fewer books to stand on. In his high school pictures, mom might be the one standing on the books! • Every year before school starts, purchase a couple magazines like Time or People. Have your child pose with the covers to show what was in the news that year. • Plant a tree in celebration of your child starting kindergarten. Every new school year, take a picture of your child in front of the tree and watch them both grow. • Don’t forget to get a picture of mom and dad on the first day of school. Capture mom’s tears as the bus drives away and don’t miss mom and dad high-fiving as the last child leaves the house.

Watch your child grow

• On the first day of school, measure your child from head to toe with a piece of string cut to his height. Put the string in an envelope marked with the date. At the end of the school year, measure him again and see how much he grew. • Each year, make a concrete stepping stone with your child’s “back to school” footprint, grade level and the date. Let you child decorate the stone, then add it to your garden to create a wonderful memory path. • Make a back-to-school flag out of white cloth. Add your child’s handprints using different colored paint at the start of each school year. Include your child’s age and date to create a treasure you’ll look forward to showing off every year.

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• Have a back-to-school bash. This is a great way to reconnect with all the kids you did not get to see over the summer. Rent a large water slide or a bounce house, cook up some simple foods, and pass out the popsicles. Enjoy one last hoorah before school starts. • Your teens and tweens will be happy with an evening campfire to honor the end of summer. Provide plenty of snacks and enough seating for everyone. • Don’t forget a party for the moms. A potluck brunch is a great way to catch up and to celebrate the return to routines. Ó Pam Molnar is a freelance writer and mother of three. This is her 13th new school year as a parent.

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Help Improve Your Child's Memory

ROUTINES 4 KIDS Just ask the parent … “Routines are imperative to helping children be balanced. Children need enough sleep, good meals, and clear rules so they know what the expectations are … and parents need them too.”

Melissa O’Neill Mother of 4 Hat Creek, California

hen your child struggles with remembering things, especially when it relates to learning, they can become frustrated. But there's hope. Memorizing is a skill that can be learned and improved, and there are many ways you can help. Here are a few suggestions:

Increasing Complexity

One method is to give your child increasingly complex instructions. Rather than telling him to go make his bed in the morning, you could instruct him that you want him to make his bed, brush his teeth, and put away his pajamas. Then, when you see that he completes multiple tasks in a row competently, add one or two more elements. Increase the difficulty until following multiple steps comes naturally for him.

Chunking

Assist your child by showing her how to chunk information into groups, rather than individual pieces. Much in the same way we can remember phone numbers by grouping them into sets of three and four numbers, your child will better remember pairs, trios and quartets of information. One of the brothers down the street could be Joe. And the other could be Doug. But Joe-and-Doug is easier to recall.

Engaging Multiple Senses

Psychologists suggest using multiple senses when "encoding" or inputting information. Each sense follows a different pathway to the brain, so when the same information travels multiple paths, there are more routes for retrieving it later. This is why teachers often incorporate songs and movements in the classroom. You can use this method at home too. When your child struggles to remember facts or concepts, help him create motions to match. For common facts such as states and capitals, you can often find songs online at sites such as songsforteaching.com.

Using Mnemonics

Teach your child how to use mnemonic devices - those funny sayings and acronyms created just for memorizing tricky information, such as "Always Eat An Apple, Says A Nurse" for the seven continents (Asia, Europe, Australia, Africa, South America, Antarctica, North America) or "The principal is your pal" for distinguishing between the homophones principle and principal. If one method doesn't work, don't give up. Keep trying until your child finds the memory tool that suits him best. Ó

ho knows better about keeping the peace than a busy mom of four? With children ranging in ages from 2 to 10, Melissa’s “go to” parenting practice is routines. “With four kids, there’s never a dull moment,” she says, “but the structure of consistent routines keeps things from getting chaotic. A daily schedule helps us all know what to expect. I also like to add in little rewards like a family game night after we all work together on something such as cleaning up the yard.” What’s Melissa’s favorite routine? Family dinner! The children are encouraged to talk about their day, about the meal, about anything funny or anything that troubles them. It’s a time to bond, practice respectful communication skills, and work on table manners.

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Salsa, Family Style!

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Julia’s Fruit Stand has been a staple on Hwy 99 since they started with a “big garden” in 2001. Julia’s is known for their heirloom tomato varieties and were one of the first in the North State to grow heirlooms. If you can’t make it to their fruit stand you can find Julia’s products at multiple farmers markets, including the Wednesday and Saturday markets in Red Bluff. You can gather nearly everything you need for salsa with one stop. In the summer Julia’s offers onions, peaches, nectarines, apricots and zucchini along with their tomatoes. Salsa is low calorie and packed with nutrients and flavor. Tomatoes, chilies and cilantro contain vitamins A and C, and tomatoes also contain potassium and a powerful antioxidant lycopene. Any fruits and veggies you add to salsa will add healthy fiber and additional nutrients. This makes salsa not only a super-tasty contributor to a variety of dishes but also a very nutritious one. Below is a Peach Salsa recipe that I have been using the past couple of years to utilize excess peaches. The peaches provide a sweet punch to salsa and are also appealing to a younger crowd. Try it over pulled pork or with tortilla chips!

Peach Salsa:

3 tomatoes 2 peaches 1 pepper (jalapeno, habanero, or a sweet pepper depending on spice preference) ½ onion ¼ cup cilantro Juice of 1 lime Salt & pepper to taste Optional: 2 cloves garlic

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alsa is a summer staple in our house, and we don’t just use it as a dip for chips. We add salsa to tacos, salads, baked potatoes, burgers, fajitas, eggs, and so much more. Salsa is super easy to make and there are not too many specifics - as long as there are tomatoes, onions, and chilies in your sauce it’s considered salsa. Salsa variations are endless. Optional ingredients include cilantro, fruit (usually peaches, pineapple, or mango), veggies, avocado, corn, beans, and tomatillos for green salsa. The best part about making salsa is that it is pretty foolproof – I add ingredients, taste, and then adjust based on what flavor I am going for. It is also a super-easy cooking project to do with kids; you can use a hand chopper, blender or food processor. Most of the work is in counting ingredients and adding them to the mix. I chatted with two local family-run businesses that either grow salsa ingredients or help you grow salsa ingredients at home: Wyntour Gardens nursery of Redding and Julia’s Fruit Stand of Los Molinos. Summer and fall are the absolute best seasons for making salsa at home as we have a plethora of local tomatoes and produce available and nothing beats fresh and local! Fern of Wyntour Gardens is their resident tomato expert. She recommends planting tomatoes in April and May, and depending on variety, they will be ripe and ready to harvest in June or July and can produce all the way through October and November. Her all-time favorite varieties are heirloom. They grow big, knobby and colorful, with less uniformity than other varieties. She also always plants some Early Girl variety for reliability as heirlooms can have some inconsistencies and can be more susceptible to disease. Fern regularly makes salsa at home, but claims there is no recipe – whatever is gathered from the garden goes into the mix! Her favorite part about working at Wyntour is the people; stop by and visit Fern and the rest of the crew she works with … and maybe get some tips on growing salsa ingredients.

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We make this recipe in kids cooking classes I teach. We mix all the ingredients in a hand-pulled Chef ’n Chopper. The blades are contained so the ingredients get chopped with no danger to little fingers. Hand choppers are fun for helpers because they get to participate a bit more in the process. If you don’t have a hand chopper all of the ingredients can easily be added to a blender or food processor and processed until chopped and blended. Chunky or smooth is all a matter of preference. The longer the ingredients are processed the smoother they will get. If you prefer chunky you can leave a tomato or two out of the mix to roughly chop by hand then add to the finished salsa. Once again, experimentation with salsa is encouraged; you might be surprised what your family can come up with! Ó

Erin Bianchi is a registered dietitian and owner of the Cook store in Red Bluff. Her passion for real foods means constant cooking experiments at home, which turn into cooking classes at Cook.

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FOUR GENERATIONS OF CHIROPRACTIC CARE

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hiropractic care is truly a family affair at Moore Chiropractic, where four generations of experience are waiting to help you get healthy and free of pain. In a spacious, comfortable, craftsman-style office located in Redding, Moore Chiropractic offers chiropractic care for all ages, along with spinal rehabilitation and exercise programs, and nutrition guidance. The Moore family began in chiropractic care with Glen Moore, who graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, in 1923. Glen retired after 43 years of service. Glen’s son, A.G., graduated from Palmer in 1956. He practiced full-time for 40 years, returning from retirement to work with his son, Michael, who decided to follow in his family’s footsteps while recovering from a ski injury in junior college. Michael graduated from Palmer in 1981 and returned to Redding to practice in 1982. His wife, Donna, is Moore Chiropractic’s office manager and an X-ray technician. Michael and Donna’s daughter, Sandra Hall, D.C., is a fourth-generation chiropractor who is now seeing patients in the office. The

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couple’s two other children are currently both enrolled in chiropractic college. Dr. Michael Moore continued on to a post-graduate degree in chiropractic philosophy in 2005, joining the ranks of the Legion of Chiropractic Philosophers. He is a past president of the North State Chiropractic Society and a member of the California Chiropractic Association and the International Chiropractors Association. “Most patients initially come to our office for relief of pain or disease at some level in their body,” says Dr. Moore. “We find for most people, however, once we look a little deeper into their health goals, the real desire beyond pain relief is to prevent recurrences of chronic pain and to be well, stay healthy, and experience a life that is active and vibrant for as long as possible. Our patients frequently enjoy renewed energy, decreased frequency of sickness, and more freedom to do the activities that bring happiness and a sense of quality in their living.” Moore Chiropractic offers free spinal care workshops and “Art of Living” classes on various topics, such as goal setting, handling stress, healthy relationships, and raising healthy families. Ó

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Pictured are Bob Nance, and Lance and Merideth Nance with their children Layla (14), Molly (11) and Gunnar (8).

ifty-five years ago, Bob Nance entered the tire industry as a teenager. By the age of 19, he had already opened his own tire shop in Simi Valley, offering quality automotive repairs and affordable, brand-name tires. The shop also offered something very unique: a mini zoo housed in the waiting area. While tires and wild animals may seem unrelated, Bob combined his two passions to create a fun, exotic experience for customers who expected the relatively mundane task of vehicle maintenance. Over the years, Bob used his tire center as a home for llamas, lizards, parrots, monkeys, baby alligators and even a couple of elephants. It’s possible that Bob’s love for animals grew the business almost as much as the good prices, but long-term success depended on Bob’s self-taught business savvy and commitment to honest service. Over the next few years, Bob grew his solitary tire center into 15 centers across the Los Angeles area. Along the way to this booming business, Bob married and began a family. In 1985, with seven young children to think of, Bob decided to reduce the hectic pace of business and find a safer place to raise his children. So, Bob loaded his wife, six daughters, one son, and a tiger (yes, tiger) into a Winnebago and headed north.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION The family landed in Red Bluff, where Bob opened a new tire center. His children thrived in a unique environment of suburban life, wild animals and tires. From a young age, Bob’s son Lance knew he wanted to join his father’s business. “When I grow up,” Lance always said, “I’m going to be a tire man.” True to his word, Lance went to college to study business, and then joined his father immediately after graduating. Fifty-five years after entering the tire industry, Bob officially retired and passed management of the business – now at three locations – to Lance. He still visits the Red Bluff center almost daily, to give advice or play with the chameleon or one of the lizards, parrots or turtles that Lance keeps at the shop. The animals make Bob’s Tire Center “a place that even kids love coming to,” says Lance, and quality service and products have long satisfied adults. It’s a place where the practical and the exotic come together to surprise and delight. Ó

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NICOLE ROBERTS Nicole and Sean Roberts met at an automotive dealership they were both working at 16 years ago, she in the service department and he as a mechanic. They married in 2003 and are parents to three delightful daughters: Aubrey, age 15, Ashley, age 10, and Abbey, age 4.

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ean Roberts has worked in the automotive field for more than 20 years. Motivated by wanting to provide a better life for his family, opening his own shop was a progressive journey. “From 2014 to August 2015 I only did business in the evenings or on weekends after my regular 8-5 Monday through Friday job,” explains Sean. In September 2015 he opened Roberts Automotive full time, specializing in diesel repair for Ford, Chevy and Dodge trucks, as well gas-powered domestic vehicles. Sean says, “The best part of owning my own business is getting to spend time with family members as well as bringing family members closer together.” Both his father-in-law and Nicole’s grandfather help out. “Whether it’s running errands, cleaning up, taking phone calls, or watching the shop while I’m on test drives, they have been very supportive and helpful in making the jump of starting my business a reality. Nicole helps support the business by doing the accounting.” “I pride myself on the quality of my work and honesty,” Sean says. Give him a call to find out how he can help you with your vehicle’s needs. Ó

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aumer’s Jewelry, Museum and Lapidary is a family-owned business that is an exciting place to shop and visit. You’ll be amazed by beautiful displays of unique jewelry, ancient fossils, polished gems, exotic minerals, Native American artifacts, and a historic gold-mining exhibit. Gaumer’s Jewelry was officially opened in 1967 by John Gaumer and his parents, Al and Mabel Gaumer. But the family’s interest in rock hunting and jewelry making really began in the late 1940’s when they participated in many successful “rockhounding” trips and had a small lapidary workshop near their home. This winter, Gaumer’s Jewelry will celebrate their 50th year in business. What a wonderful journey it has been! The store is now owned by John’s oldest son, Bill, who has over 20 years of experience in designing custom jewelry. Bill also has a passion for rock collecting and for running the saws that cut open rocks to yield their secrets within. Some days you can find all the Gaumers working alongside their professional crew to offer the highest quality customer service. Besides custom jewelry and onsite quality jewelry repair, Gaumer’s sells decorative fossils, gem carvings, beautiful rocks and minerals, and wonderful gifts for all ages and occasions. Children enjoy visiting Gaumer’s, especially the black-light room where the rocks glow in the dark. Free educational tours are offered to school classes and youth groups by appointment. Gaumer’s is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In December, the store is open on Saturdays until Christmas. You can find pictures of the storefront and museum on their website and on Facebook. Visit Gaumer’s and prepare to be amazed! Ó

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any families have treasured heirloom recipes, passed down each generation and connecting them to the past while fueling happy memories. Few have the opportunity to share those recipes with new families each day, which is exactly what Charles and Kathy Byerly do with the authentic Italian cuisine offered at Mary’s Pizza Shack. The couple own and operate the Shasta County branches of Mary’s Pizza Shack, 2 of 20 locations within California. Their daughter, Trisha, is the manager of the Redding location, and their son, Jacob, helps out when needed. The chain was created and named after Charles’ late grandmother, Mary Fazio, who many knew as “Noni.” “Trisha has been involved with the restaurant since she was 3 – she has Noni’s natural cooking skills,” Kathy says. The restaurants display photos and portraits of Fazio and have kept many of the traditions that began in her flagship restaurant, which opened in 1959 in Sonoma. Mary pioneered the “open kitchen” concept so she could greet each guest as they walked through the door and keep an eye out to make sure that no one left hungry. All Mary’s locations have an open kitchen, and customers can watch as staff craft their meals. Pizza cooks are known to give kids free salami slices as they watch, and there are children’s

Charles and Kathy Byerly make pizza with their granddaughter Annalie, age 3. Annalie is in the 4th generation of the Mary’s Pizza Shack family that originates from the chain’s creator, Mary Fazio.

aprons available for those who want a slice of the pizza-making action. Mary’s Pizza Shack serves a variety of homemade Italian foods, including pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, salads, breadsticks, appetizers and desserts, all offered at moderate prices. Each day cooks prepare food from scratch, and each item is made to order; there are no heat lamps, frozen dough or canned sauces. Each traditional menu item is made using the same recipe, ingredients, love and care Mary used in her cooking. Since first bringing Mary’s Pizza Shack to the North State in 2007 at the Anderson location and opening their downtown Redding location five years later, Charles and Kathy Byerly have been involved in the community, helping youth groups, schools and many non-profit organizations as well as sponsoring and supporting local events. “Growing up in our family restaurant it was just the ‘norm’ to give back to those who gave to you. When we moved, we wanted to continue the family tradition of helping out the community. This is who we are,” says Kathy. Ó

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Montessori-trained teachers for the development of the whole child. Emphasis on inner motivation, using the child's natural curiosity and delight in discovery. Sessions offered a.m and p.m. Lic# 045406630

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Columbia's Lion Cubs Preschool

10142 Old Oregon Trail • (530) 223-4070 x315 SM Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm Our experienced, qualified and nurturing teachers provide for every aspect of your child’s preschool experience. You don’t need to live in the Columbia District for your child to attend. We offer full and half-day programs with small class sizes, hands-on learning, kindergarten readiness, and activities in all areas of learning. Lic# 455403185

Grant Preschool

2477 Forest Ave. • (530) 894-6800 www.kidspark.com DSM Ages: 2-12 yrs • Times: M-Th, 8am-9pm Fri, 8am-11pm, sat, 10am-11pm, Sun, 1pm-6pm Drop-in childcare center with everything kids love! Large, colorful indoor space with tons of room for play. Games, crafts & group activities in a nurturing environment. Affordable hourly rates. No reservation necessary. Lic# 045404701 / 045404702

8835 Swasey Drive • (530) 243-2773 S Ages: 2-5 years • Times: M-F, 7am - 6pm www.grantpreschool.com Located on Grant School Campus. We encourage students to maximize growth cognitively, emotionally, socially and physically. Kindergarten readiness curriculum includes Open Court Math & Language Arts, Sparks P.E., Music, Handwriting Without Tears®, and Brain Gym®. Flexible rates and scheduling. Lic# 455401675

Little Sprouts Preschool

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15 Overland Ct. • (530) 345-0123 DSM Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-5:30pm ECO Green certified, offering gardening, nature walks, outdoor exploration, kindergarten readiness program, Zoo-phonics®, introduction to Spanish, French and sign language, and fun! Lic# 045405784

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Redding Christian Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten

21945 Old 44 Drive • (530) 547-5600 Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm mid-August through May www.reddingchristian.com Located just east of Redding in Palo Cedro, our private Christian preschool and pre-kindergarten programs offer a variety of hands-on learning, sensory/motor integration, and academic skill building that focus on spiritual, academic, social and physical development. Our comprehensive pre-kindergarten curriculum challenges students in language arts, number sense, science and social studies, all while instilling a Biblical world view and a life-long love of learning. Lic# 455406244

3695 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 222-3525 DS Ages: 2-6 years • Times: M-F, 7am-5:30pm www.reddingpreschools.com Quality preschool program in a happy, caring environment. Stimulating and comprehensive curriculum will prepare your child for kindergarten. Clean facility with large outdoor play area in a park-like setting. Lic# 455406526

Lake Center Head Start

375 Lake Blvd., Ste. 200• (530) 510-4825 DSM Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm We offer children a strong start in life in an environment that fosters respect and a sense of trust. With parents as partners, we provide high-quality programming using a research-based curriculum in appealing, age-appropriate environments. Children develop the confidence they need for school success with the support of our skilled teachers and our holistic approach to children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. Lic#

Liberty Christian Preschool

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

Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks

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

Munchkin University Infant Center & Preschool

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

Shasta Montessori Preschool

10446 Red Bluff Rd., Shasta • (530) 243-1110 M Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 8am-3pm We provide an affordable early Montessori education. We offer a whole child approach that can transition into our Tk-8th grade, free public Montessori school. Lic# 455404192

West Redding Preschool

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

YMCA Collaborative Preschools

(530) 246-9622 • www.sfymca.org • Ages: 2-5 yrs Now 4 School-site locations: Manzanita • 1240 Manzanita Hills Ave., Redding S Lic #455406288 North Cottonwood YMCA Collaborative Preschool • 19920 Gas Point Rd., Cottonwood S Lic # 455406760 North Cow Creek • 10619 Swede Creek Rd., Palo Cedro S Lic # 455406761 Offered in partnership with local schools. Providing convenient & safe environments designed to build school readiness, self-regulation & social skills. Pre-K, K-Readiness, year-round and schoolyear options. Site offerings vary, call for more information.

Secret Garden

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

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At the Wild Horse Sanctuary Open House & Benefit in Shingletown all ages will enjoy a day packed with family fun in the country! See the 20th (Shasta County).

In Redding, the theme of Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s August Little Explorers events is Turtles! Geared for ages 2-5, children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy turtle-themed activities. See Thursdays (Shasta County). Photo by Benjamin Goodpasture.

GOING PLACES AUGUST

Join the incredible, witty, and generous residents of Sundial Assisted Living at their Fill A Need Backpack Stuffing Party in Redding. Help them help Redding kids get off to a good start this coming school year by assisting with stuffing backpacks with supplies & snacks. See the 5th (Shasta County).

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

ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS

Chico Through Time Exhibit; Chico. Learn about Chico’s history with a focus on 12 themes. Kids love exploring an interactive 1900’s classroom, can imagine being a jeweler at “Clifford’s Jewelry,” & learn about directing planes by listening to Chico Air Traffic Control recordings. There’s plenty more for adults to love too! Th-Sun, 11am-4pm. $3-$5. Chico Museum, 141 Salem St. (530)891-4336. Homeless Rock Stars: The Exhibition; Redding. View Nigel Skeet’s incredible work & photos; learn the stories behind images that unapologetically confront the stigma & lead the way in restoring the relationship between the homeless & the com-

munity. M-F, 9am-4pm; Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm, thru 9/15. Free w/ Park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. “Musical!” Exhibition; Redding. Making & enjoying music has been an evolving human endeavor. Explore technology used to record & broadcast music, learn how the rise of the phonograph & radio helped ignite the Rock ‘n’ Roll phenomenon, view collections of instruments & sheet music. M-F, 9am-4pm; Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm, thru 9/15. Free w/ Park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Parrot Playhouse: Lories!; Redding. Walk through an interactive aviary featuring beautiful Australian lorikeets; feed colorful birds from your hand. Mon-Fri, 9:30-11:45am & 1-4pm; Sat & Sun, 10:30-11:45am & 1-4pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Nectar cups $1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Rock Penjing; Redding. Art, nature & horticulture intersect in the ancient Chinese art form of Penjing. In this display, view miniature landscapes capturing soaring mountains & unique greenery. Daily, 7am-7pm, thru Nov 10. Free w/Turtle Bay Exploration Park admission, $4-$16. McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Rock U: The Institute Of Rock ‘N’ Roll; Redding. An interactive adventure exploring the foundations of rock back to the 1950s, including greats like Elvis Presley, the Beach Boys, & Buddy Holly. Hear concerts at listening stations, try your hand at an instrument. All ages. Opens May 14. M-F, 9am-4pm; Sat & Sun, 10am-4pm, thru 9/15. Free w/ park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Siskiyou Artists Association’s Annual Art Show; Mt. Shasta. Hosted by the Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, the museum is always interested

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in seeing & presenting what Siskiyou County’s art community is creating. 8/20-9/5, 10am-4pm. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. TreeHouses Exhibition; Chico. Explore tree houses from around the world, both real & imagined in stories. Peek into the hidden tree homes of animals, & design your own. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-5pm, thru 9/4. $5-$7; members & ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Fantasy Fountain; Redding. Cool fun for all ages happens at Fantasy Fountain in Enterprise Park – experience the eruptions of a water “volcano,” try your skill with water cannons, & just enjoy getting wet at this kid-friendly updated water attraction. 10am-8pm, thru 9/6. Free. Enterprise Park, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. National Park Service Birthday Free Entrance Days. The NPS is turning 99 years old, & to celebrate they are waiving entrance fees Aug 25-28 at more than 400 national parks, national historic landmarks and scenic trails, national heritage areas, and more. Take in the scenery, get inspired by history, attend a ranger program, or just enjoy the great outdoors.Find out more online at nps. gov/aboutus/npsbirthday.htm. Summer Lunch Program; Redding. Youth up to age 18 can receive a free lunch. Lunch served only to youth; must be eaten on site. Mon-Fri, June 6-Aug 29, 11-11:30am. Sponsored by Enterprise Elementary at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center., 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4375. Summer Reading At Your Local Library. Most libraries offer special themed summer reading programs for children & teens (& adults too!). Sign up now to qualify for prizes. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area Activities. Enjoy a variety of free, family-friendly, ranger-led activities through Labor Day weekend,

including kayaking programs (moonlight, Junior Ranger & special needs), historic tours, & astronomy programs. Kayak programs are by reservation, call (530)242-3462. Weekly pass $10/vehicle. Hwy 299 & Kennedy Memorial Dr. (530)246-1225.

PROGRAMS REGISTRATION

August Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & how to safely have fun. Ages 0-12. Morning & evening classes, times vary by level. $40-$45/ session. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Fall Classes At Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre; Red Bluff. Join RBPAC for their 2016-2017 season of dance, music, & theatre. The center offers both pre-competitive & recreational tracks. Sign up online now. Ages 2+. $9-$18 drop-in, or $30+ per month. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. “Kids Bowl Free” At Cedar Lanes; Weed. Registered kids 15 & under can bowl two free games daily thru mid-Oct. Family passes available. Bowling shoes required (daily rentals or summer shoe rental pass avail.). Pre-reg at www.kidsbowlfree.com. Main St. (530)938-3278. “Summer Games” Bowling; Chico. A great summer activity, children ages 15 & under bowl three games daily through 9/5 for a one-time payment of $23.95, (ages 16 & up $28.95); shoes included. Weekdays 12-8pm & weekends 12-5pm. AMF’s Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Summer Youth League Bowling; Redding. Children, teens & adults can learn to bowl in a safe & fun environment from a certified instructor. Join anytime; call for info. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773.

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Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun ongoing hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/class card; feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on fun with your child in drop-in Montessori environment. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead, & enjoy time playing together. Ages infants 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. $7/ hr drop-in; $5/hr w/punch card – feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Toddler/Preschool Music Classes; Chico. Fun music class explores sound, rhythm, movement & other basic music concepts for young children through age 5. Emphasis is on fun! Ages 1-2: Mon/Sat, 10:30am & Th, 4pm; Ages 3-4: Mon/Sat, 11:15am & Th, 4:30pm. $7/drop-in; $25/5 classes; first class free. Chico Rockstars, 1382 Longfellow Avenue. (530)809-4932.

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Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane up to 5 people, then $5/pp up to 8 players, includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. G-Force High School Power Tumble; Redding. Utilizes rod floor, tumble-trak & trampoline to enhance tumbling skills for cheer & gymnastics. Mondays, 7-8pm. $50/mo. G-Force Gymnastics, 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Game Night At The Redding Library; Redding.

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Children of all ages can come play board games & video games in the library’s Storyroom. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Junior Lifeguard; Redding. For students ages 11-15. Participants in this 5-day Junior Academy program develop skills in water rescue, first aid, CPR, swimming endurance & stroke perfection. M-F, 8/1-5: 9am-5:15pm. $150; pre-reg. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7249. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Ages 5–10. Mondays, 5-6pm. $8/class (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kids Cooking Classes; Redding. In this hands-on class series, children are given a full cooking experience by learning to follow a recipe, help with all parts of prepping & cooking, &, of course, eat their creations. Ages 5-12. Mon, 3-4pm. $20/month (Y members free + $2 materials fee per class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kids’ Sailing Camp For Beginners; Redding. Course is designed to give ages 8 & up a general knowledge of the marine world through study & hands-on sailing experiences. Students learn how to sail a boat safely & effectively. M-Th, 8/14: 12-4pm. $26/session; pre-reg. Brandy Creek Marina, Whiskeytown. (530)225-4095. Kindernastics Gymnastics Program; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 learn to use equipment, have a fun time, & enjoy social interaction. Mon, 3:15-4pm or Th, 6-6:45pm. $40/ mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Share time together in an art studio atmosphere & create memories together while painting on ceramics. Studio fee: $3.50/ages 18 & under, $4.50/ adults; + cost of pottery. 11am-5pm. 1818 Churn

Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing music to children. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Skateboard Camp; Redding. A great starter camp for ages 6-13 to learn to rip the skate park, ride the transitions, grind the rails, or just cruise the flatland. Students learn balance, technique, placement & transitions. 8/1-4, 7:30-12pm. $100/ session. Skate Park & Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Soccer Skills Camp; Redding. One-week camp includes intense training on 1-on-1 attacking & defending, focuses on individual strengths & weaknesses. Includes a session with a personal trainer. M-Fri, 8/1-5, 8:30-10:30am. $15/ week; pre-reg. Redding Soccer Park, 9800 Old Oregon Trail. (530)225-4095.

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Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Taekwondo: Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, flowers, herbs, eggs, meats, baked items, tamales & other delightful hand-made goods. Cal

Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. Mondays, 3:30-6pm, thru 10/17. 400 block of N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)925-0187. Painting For Kids & Teens Classes; Mt. Shasta. Participants learn basic techniques, composition & styles of painting & coloring. Runs in 3-session classes per painting at the simplest level; takes longer to complete complex paintings. Ages 8-18. Mondays, 3-4:30pm, join anytime! $30/3 sessions, includes supplies; pre-reg. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Join an early childhood facilitator with your young child each week to play & learn through exploration, creativity & sensory play. Ages 0-5 years. Mondays, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400.

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Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parentorganized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks & field trips. Children socialize with peers & parents visit with other parents. Ages 0-5. Mondays, 10-11:30am. Free. First Church of the Nazarene (enter from Cedar St. parking lot), 900 Johnson St. (530)921-2760. Summer Fun Zone Camp: Sports Extravaganza; Red Bluff. At this fun, week-long day camp, participants will enjoy a variety of activities, arts & crafts, & games throughout the day. Includes basketball, volleyball, kickball & more. Ages 5-12. 8/1-5, 7:30am-5:30pm. $75. Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 South Jackson St. (530)527-8177.

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Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. 11:30am-1:30pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. All ages. 6:308:30pm. $6, includes skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th, 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; build a supportive network & share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x204. Knit-Crochet Club At Oroville Library. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Newborn Parenting Class: “Breastfeeding”; Chico. Parents with babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety – new topic each week. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. $15/class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970. Paradise Farmers Market. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Paradise Alliance Church parking lot, 6491 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tuesdays, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 2-3pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun ongoing hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs

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welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/class card; feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $5); Racing on Thu (reg 6-7pm, $5) & Sun (reg 4-5pm, $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on fun with your child in drop-in Montessori environment. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead, & enjoy time playing together. Ages infants 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. $7/ hr drop-in; $5/hr w/punch card – feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101.

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Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tue/Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10), 6-7pm, weather permitting. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)526-3836. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Whether new to the game or wanting to practice, this is the place for you. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages. Tues, 6-7:30pm. Free, everyone’s welcome. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Family Jump Time At Rare Air; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tuesdays between 2-8pm. $10/ person (min. 2 jumpers). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206.

Foxtail Flippers Gymnastics Classes; Anderson. Participants ages 6-11 develop skills for basic flips & tricks, such as backward rolls, front flips, roundoffs & cartwheels. Choose Tu, 4-5pm or Th, 5-6pm. $56/month, by pre-reg. Adventure Recreation, 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines; learn safety, basic skills & social interaction, 4-4:45pm, $45/mo; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +), intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise, 4-5pm, $50/mo. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Girl’s Gymnastics & Dance Class; Redding, In this fun, upbeat class for girls, gymnastics meets dance. This circuit incorporates gymnastics, ballet & other dance genres. Ages 7-10. Tuesdays, 3:454:45pm. $25/mo (Y members $15/mo). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Lil’ Chefs Class; Redding. A fun & educational cooking experience for ages 3-5. Lil’ Chefs learn about following directions, shape & sensory exploration, develop fine motor skills, & more. Tuesdays, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y members Free + $2 materials fee/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622 Major Foxtails Flippers Gymnastics Classes; Anderson. Participants work on drills & skills that lead to more challenging flips, tricks & twists. Ages 12-18. Choose Tu or Th, 6-7:30pm. $78/month, by pre-reg. Adventure Recreation, 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm;

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Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Tu, 6:45-7:45pm $7/class; $5/youth; $20/4 classes, members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Get Golf Ready! Course; Mt. Shasta. Learn the basics of how to play golf & how to have fun while doing it! Ben Alexander, PGA Professional & Pro at the Mt. Shasta Resort, builds on each student’s abilities. Meets Aug 2-30 from 3:30-5pm at the Mt. Shasta Golf Resort, 1000 Siskiyou Lake Blvd. $100; includes use of clubs & balls. Reg through College of the Siskiyous. (530)938-5555.

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Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Storytime; Redding. Weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tu,10-10:30am. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)229-5124. SUP Yoga Class; Redding. SUP Yoga allows for a balanced exercise for whole-body strength & flexibility. Boards & paddles provided. Tu, 7-8:15pm, thru 8/9. $5/class. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd.(530)245-7249. Read & Create Story Time; Redding Library. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 13+ increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome. $45/mo (Y members $25/mo). Tu or Th, 7:30-8:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St, Redding (530)246-9622. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Grow & Learn Play Group; Weed. Facilitator Julie Eckert brings years of early childhood education experience & believes in teaching a love of learning through exploration, discovery & play. Come enjoy creative fun with your child. Children take home a book to keep. Geared for ages 0-5. Tues, 10-11:30am. Free, drop ins welcome. Family & Community Resource Center of Weed, 260 Main St. (530)938-9914. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

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Basketball: Men’s Drop-In Program; Paradise. Teams form each week for scrimmage play. Ages 18+. Wed, 6-8pm, year-round. $1; pay at gym. Paradise Intermediate School Gym, 5657 Recreation Dr. (530)872-6393. Butte Humane Society Supper Club; Chico. Enjoy a meal & support a worthy cause. 15% of sales made at featured restaurant from 6-9pm today will be donated to the Butte Humane Society. Check their website or call for details. (530)343-7917. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, yearround, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-FARM. Family Fun Night; Paradise. Come enjoy time together with your family at this fun evening that has themed activities & crafts. Dinner is provided, & each child will take home a book to read & keep. Free. 5-7pm. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. “Just For Fun” Preschool Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on enrichment activities with your young child in a fun drop-in Montessori environment. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome. Wed, starts 10:30am. Come prepared to play! $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/ class card; feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Lake Oroville Speaker Series: Wood Ducks. Wood ducks are beautiful, shy & elusive. Come learn all about them in a presentation by guest speaker Andrea Wilson. 7pm. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center Theater, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for ages preschool & younger. W, 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Music Together Classes; Chico. Children & par-

ents wiggle, sing & laugh together in a special program that develops music skills & nurtures creativity, self-expression & confidence. Help develop social, emotional, cognitive & physical skills. Geared for ages 0-5. 5-class series, Wed, 9am, Aug 3-31. $75; sibling discount avail. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)513-1191. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. SUP yoga challenges your balance & enables you to be in the present moment. Wed, 5:30-7pm. $25, includes paddle board, paddle, lightweight life jacket. Call (530)591-5917 to pre-reg. Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Dr. (530)774-7934. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility. Focus is on having fun while learning basic technique & drills using the tumble track, spring floor & pit. Wed, 4-4:30pm. $35/mo or $15/class. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. What’s Going On Wednesdays Kids Activity; Gridley Library. Enjoy creative craft-making. 2-3:30pm. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.

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Alateen Meeting; Redding. For teens (ages 12-20) who are affected by someone else’s drinking. Provides a safe place to share feelings with other teens who understand. Offers coping tools & support. Wed, 6:30-7:30pm. Free. Teens can drop in. First United Methodist Church, South & East Sts. (530)355-9470. Artistic Gymnastics Classes; Redding. Boys & girls ages 4-12 learn floor, bars, beam & vault, & trampoline. 3 hourly classes between 4-7pm. $50/ mo. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Discover Health – Redding Rancheria Health Fair. Enjoy an exciting day filled with free health screenings, information on living a healthier lifestyle, crafting vendors, & much more. All ages welcome – there are special activities for the kids! 9am-2pm. Free. Win River Event Center, Eagle Room, 2100 Rancheria Rd., Redding. (530)226-1734. G-Force Gymnastics Wednesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines; learn safety, basic skills & social

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interaction, 6-6:45pm, $45/mo; Tumble-fun (ages 6+): intro to trampoline & tumbling, 6-7pm, $50/ mo; Middle school power tumble enhances skills for cheer & gymnastics; 7-8pm, $50/mo. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Maker Wednesday; Redding. The maker movement is upon us! Join Turtle Bay educators & volunteers to explore different making activities each week. Let your creativity & curiosity thrive as you build, collaborate, learn & make in this fun experience. 1-3pm. Free with Turtle Bay Exploration Park admission, $12-$16. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing music to children. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y-members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Wed. Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. 7-8pm. $5. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483.

Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Parents & others caring for children share ideas, support & info. Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm, year-round. Free, dropins welcome, childcare avail. Bridges to Success Cottage, 1544 Magnolia St. (530)225-0350. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Join the storytime each week for stories, songs & a fun craft geared for ages 0-5. Wednesdays, 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Read & Play Story Time; Redding Library. This innovative story time focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Square Dancing; Anderson. Remember how much fun it was to square dance? Bring the family to learn how. Beginning lesson W, 7-8pm; stay & dance until 9:30pm. Ages 5 & up. First 3 classes free for all to try, then $6/person. Drop-in okay. Community Center, Anderson City Hall, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656.

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Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/ Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. $7/ adult; $5/youth; $20/4 classes, members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity develops coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Tiny Tigers: Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Taekwondo: Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Yongmudo: Teen & adults: M/W, 5:307pm. $50/mo, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031.

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Preschool Story Hour; Red Bluff Library. This story hour for preschoolers features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. 9:30am. 645 Madison St. (530)527-0604. Wednesday Night Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Kids activities from 5:30-7:30pm. Purchase fresh local fruits & vegetables, browse the goods of many local vendors & enjoy live music too. All ages. 5-8pm, thru 9/7. Washington & Pine Sts. (530)527-6220.

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Shasta Rock Club Camp; Redding. Engaging & full of fun, introduces young ones to rock climbing. Kids ages 5-15 develop leadership skills as they learn the fundamentals of climbing through actionpacked, engaging, & unique activities. Last day is a celebration with games, challenges & pizza party. 8/3-5, 8:30-11:30am.From $65, includes t-shirt & rental shoes. Held at Simpson University. Reg online at the Shasta Rock Club website. (530) 567-4086. Storytime With Simpson University; Redding. Free storytime for young children, coordinated

by Simpson University, Shasta Early Literacy Partnership & Mt. Shasta Mall Kids Club. 1st & 3rd Wed, 9:30-10am. Mt. Shasta Mall indoor play area (near Sears), 900 Dana Dr. (530)226-4737. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Take a docent-led walk to learn about the amazing wild horses & burros living peacefully on a 5,000-acre sanctuary, along with a variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages welcome. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770.

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Butte Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. Weekly playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive, all homeschoolers welcome! Th, 1-4pm. Free. Call for location & group info, or find them on Facebook. (530)828-9288. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 11am-1pm. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn

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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 Rockstars Toddler/Preschool Music Classes; Chico. Fun music class explores sound, rhythm, movement & other basic music concepts for young children through age 5. Emphasis is on fun! Ages 1-2: Mon/Sat, 10:30am & Th, 4pm; Ages 3-4: Mon/Sat, 11:15am & Th, 4:30pm. $7/drop-in; $25/5 classes; first class free. Chico Rockstars, 1382 Longfellow Avenue. (530)809-4932. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent or caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/punch card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Celebrating 20 years! This festive, weekly certified market is fun for the whole family & features a bounty of farm-fresh produce, delicious locally prepared foods, local artisans & small businesses, & musical entertainment for all ages. The KIDS ZONE features the Chico Children’s Museum’s Imagination Playground. 6-9pm. Broadway between 2nd – 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Paradise Farmers Market. 4-7pm, thru Sept. Thomas Ace Hardware Parking Lot, 5720 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $5); Racing on Thu (reg 6-7pm, $5) & Sun (reg 4-5pm, $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Storytime For Ages 5 & Under; Paradise. Songs, story & music geared for ages 0-5. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on fun with your child in drop-in Montessori environment. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead, & enjoy time playing together. Ages infants 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. $7/ hr drop-in; $5/hr w/punch card – feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101.

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Orland Farmers Market. Offers fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, cheeses, nuts, specialty oils, food/baked goods, arts & crafts. Thursdays, 8am-12pm, thru Aug 25. Parking lot near Grocery Outlet, 1026 South St.Â (530)514-3837.

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Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tue/Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farmfresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. Th, 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct 13. Shasta Outlets Parking Lot, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)226-7100. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. For parents or grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age. 1st & 3rd Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-ins welcome. 5-week children & teens grief support groups avail based on need; call for info. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Creative Experiencesâ&#x20AC;? Classes; Redding. In this fun & evolving process-orientated enrichment class for preschoolers, participants develop motor & cognitive skills needed for Kindergarten. Ages 2Â˝-5. Th, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y members free + $2 materials fee per class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530)246-9622.Â Families Honoring Our Troops; Redding. New meeting day. This small action & support group works on projects that honor our troops. All are welcome. Meets 1st Th at 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. Foxtail Flippers Gymnastics Classes; Anderson. Participants ages 6-11 develop skills for basic flips & tricks, such as backward rolls, front flips, roundoffs & cartwheels. Choose Tu, 4-5pm or Th, 5-6pm. $56/month, by pre-reg. Adventure Recreation, 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5): Intro to tumbling & trampolines, learn safety & basic skills, enjoy social interaction; 4-4:45pm, $45/mo; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +): Intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun skills for exercise; 4-5pm, $50/mo. Power Tumble, 7-8pm. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Little Explorers: Turtles!; Redding. Turtles can be found in many different environments, from fresh water to salt water. Join Turtle Bay docents for fun turtle-related activities & stories. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Major Foxtails Flippers Gymnastics Classes; Anderson. Participants work on drills & skills that lead to more challenging flips, tricks & twists. Ages 12-18. Choose Tu or Th, 6-7:30pm. $78/month, by pre-reg. Adventure Recreation, 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Market Street Faire Market; Redding. Farmers market, family activities, art displays, demos, variety of vendors. Thursdays, 5-8:30pm, thru July 28. Market Street Promenade, downtown Redding. (530)243-7773. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thurs. Open Gyms; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. $5. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Parent & Me Gymnastics Classes; Redding. Children & their caretakers have fun in this time together enjoying gymnastics, songs, dance & play. Promotes motor skills, along with mental & social

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development. Ages 1-4. Th, 10:30-11:30am. $25/ mo (Y members $15/mo). Shasta Family YMCA, 155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Read & Create Story Time; Redding Library. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Ages 13+ increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome. $45/mo (Y members $25/mo). Tu or Th, 7:30-8:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St, Redding (530)246-9622. Thankful Thursday At All Fired Up; Redding. Bring in a canned food item today & your studio fee is waived. All ages. 11am-5pm. Ceramic pieces to paint are $6-$30. All Fired Up Ceramic & Art Studio, 1818 Churn Creek Road. (530)226-1638. Thrilling Thursday: Whiskeytown Lake; Whiskeytown. Ages 8-14 will enjoy a day of fun activities spent outdoors, including a rotation of sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming & fishing. 8-4:30pm. $60; pre-reg. Drop off & pick up at Whiskeytown Lake, Brandy Creek Boat Ramp. (530)225-4095. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children ages 6-12 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome; must be able to identify right & left hands. $35/mo (Y members $20). Tu or Th, 6:307:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

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Dunsmuir Farmers Market; Dunsmuir. Offers a variety of local produce, artisan baked goods & more - plus live music, visiting chefs & special events. Th, 4-7pm, thru Sept. Spruce St & Dunsmuir Ave (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)925-4355. Etna Farmers Market. Browse & shop this market full of non-GMO produce & goods from local vendors. Enjoy live music & family activities in beautiful Scott Valley. Th, 4:30-6:30pm, thru Oct. Located outside Dottyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Intermediate Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. $7/class; $20/4 classes, members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

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Corning Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market. Local growers & merchants offer fresh produce & more. 5-7:30pm. North Side Park, 1414 Colusa St. (530)824-5550. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm, Sat 12:302:30pm. $20/drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332.

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Chico Eagles Giant Yard Sale; Chico. This 3-day sale offers items for the whole family at great prices. Includes a huge bake sale to tempt your sweet tooth, & the Eagles CafĂŠâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will be open. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits. Today 10am-6pm. Free admission. Chico Eagles Hall, 1940 Mulberry St. (530)518-4716. Chico International Folk Dance Club; Chico. World line, circle & couple dances. Instruction first, then dancing to songs requested. 1st Fri, 7:30pm. $2/person. Chico Creek Dance Centre, 1144 W. First St. (530)774-2287.

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Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent or caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. $7/hr drop-in or $5/hr w/punch card; bring snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun! Play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Use the gym & equipment to practice any level of tumbling or stunts. Come on your own or with your group or team. $1, + signed release form. Fri, 6-8pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. Tonight’s concert features “space funk” by Smokey the Groove. Pick up a bite at one of Chico’s delightful downtown eateries & then head to Downtown Chico City Plaza. New concert time: 6-7:30pm. Free. Broadway between 2nd & 5th 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 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, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fridays, 10am-12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Story, Music & Art; Paradise. A creative time for ages 8 & under. 2:30pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 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/Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone! Bring your friends and have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fridays, 7-10:30pm. $7/2hrs$7.25/2.5hrs, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy hands-on fun with your child in drop-in Montessori environment. Learn ways to follow your child’s lead, & enjoy time playing together. Ages infants - 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. $7/hr drop-in; $5/hr w/ punch card – feel free to bring a snack. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with music. Fri/Sat, 9pm-1am. $12.19/person/2hrs, includes shoes; or $3.89/game + $3.59/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257.

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Cottonwood Community Library Book Sale; Cottonwood. At this much-anticipated quarterly sale, purchase gently-used books at bargain prices. 11am-2pm. 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Family Fun Night Roller Skating; Redding. Great night of family fun & exercise featuring music of the 70s & 80s. Safe & supervised. All ages. Fri, 7:30-10pm. $5, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. Enjoy conditioning & strengthening activities; learn kicks & punches with punching bags. Ages 5 & up. $15/ class/per family (Y members free). Fri, 4-5pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane up to 5 people, then $5/pp up to 8 players, includes shoes. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Fill A Need Backpack Stuffing Party; Redding. Come partner with the incredible, witty, generous residents of Sundial to help the “See a Need...Fill a

Need” Project give Redding kids in need a good start to their school year by stuffing backpacks with supplies & snacks. Volunteers will enjoy a few snacks too! All ages. 2pm. Free. Sundial Assisted Living, 395 Hilltop Dr. RSVP with Holly: (530)241-2900. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting with specialty paints, stamps, stencils & sponges to create a work of ceramic art. Fri, 11am-8pm. Studio fee: $3.50/child, $4.50/teens & adults; + cost of pottery. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 5-6pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Play: Pride & Prejudice; Redding. In this sentimental comedy based on Jane Austin novel,

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15th Annual Summer Classic Blood Drive; Redding. Adults & teens can help save lives. Donors receive a free BBQ tri-tip sandwich, t-shirt, MyBloodSource Rewards, & special prize drawings. Ages 15 & up; parental consent required for minors. 6am-4pm.Free. BloodSource, 2680 Larkspur Lane. (530)243-0160. Adventure Recreation Open Gyms; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tue/Th/Fri, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Barracuda-Stingrays Swim Club; Redding. This program will refine your child’s swimming skills & prepare them for competitive swimming. Certified swim coach will help participants learn swim strokes, flip turns, & starts. Ages 6-18. Fridays, 4:15-5:30pm. $35/mo (Y members $25). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530)246-9622. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10), 6-7pm, weather permitting. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)526-3836. Children’s Cinema At The Redding Library: Parent Trap. Free family movies & popcorn in the Children’s Storyroom. Features children’s titles. All ages. 4pm. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

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a doting mother is determined to get her five daughters married off. Their lives are turned upside down when a wealthy young man & his best friend arrive in their neighborhood, & a duel between pride & prejudice ensues. 7:30pm. $20. Riverfront Playhouse, 1620 E Cypress Ave. (530)221-1028. Preserving The Harvest: Boiling Water/Steam Canning; Redding. An introduction to boiling water & atmospheric steam canning as safe methods to preserve fruits, sauces, salsas, pickles & other tasty treats. For adults. 6-9pm. $45, includes materials. Redding School of the Arts kitchen, 955 Inspiration Way. (530)225-4095. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding Library. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. F, 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy an unlimited night of bowling, a laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $12, includes shoes & sodas. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Schreder Planetarium Public Shows; Redding. A full-dome audiovisual experience. Tonight’s featrured shows: Summer Night Sky; Secrets of the Sun; & Wonders of the Universe. All ages. 7-9pm. $7. Schreder Planetarium, 1644 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0295. Sundial Bridge Tour; Redding. Join Turtle Bay educators & docents on a free, exciting interpretive tour. Learn about the building of the Sundial Bridge & how it works. Hear stories from people involved, including designer Santiago Calatrava. Meet 10am at the south end of the bridge, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. “Vaxxed” Film Screening & Info Event; Redding. Join the director/producers of the documentary Vaxxed; From Cover-Up To Catastrophe. This full day of presentations, Q&A sessions & valuable information regarding vaccines. Meet Dr. Andrew Wakefield, Del Bigtree, Polly Tommey, & internationally known vaccine safety expert Dr. Sherri Tenpenny. Free. Starts 9:45am. Cascade Theater, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877.

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Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Fridays, 3-8pm& Saturdays, 2-7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Historic Yreka Walking Tour. Learn about Miner Street History on a walk with a local historian. 1-2pm. $2. Meet in front of the Franco-American Hotel on Miner Street. (530)841-3126. Sisson Museum Rummage Sale; Mt. Shasta. This annual event features slightly used items at a good price. Find good buys & support the museum. 10am-4pm. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508.

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Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm, Sat 12:302:30pm. $20/drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332.

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Book Sale; Paradise. At this biweekly sale, purchase gently-used books at bargain prices. Hosted by Paradise Friends of the Library.

GOING PLACES AUGUST 10am-3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Build Your Own Worm Bin Workshop; Durham. Learn about vermicomposting & its benefits for your garden; create a functioning worm bin with worm residents to take home. All ages. 1st Saturday, 10am. Mention North State Parent for special cost of $35 (normally $50), pre-reg. The Worm Farm, 9033 Esquon Rd. (530)894-1276. Campfire Talks At Lake Oroville: Wood Ducks. Learn history trivia, view a slideshow, enjoy a singalong, & toast marshmallows during this fun audience-participation event. All ages. 8:30pm. Loafer Creek Campfire Amphitheater, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Candy Chemistry; Chico. Explore the science behind what makes candy so colorful while learning about chromatography & how chemists use it to identify chemicals & dyes. Can you make the “m” on an M&M float away? All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7 (ages 2 & under/ members free). Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Chico Eagles Giant Yard Sale; Chico. This 3-day sale offers items for the whole family at great prices. Includes a huge bake sale to tempt your sweet tooth, & the Eagles Café’ will be open. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits. Today 8am-6pm. Free admission. Chico Eagles Hall, 1940 Mulberry St. (530)518-4716. Chico Performances Series Tickets Sale & Street Party; Chico. It’s opening day for Chico Performances 2016-2017 ticket sales. Enjoy a street party with free food & entertainment; purchase your series tickets at a 10% discount. Starts 8am. University Box Office, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-6333. Humane Heroes Workshop; Chico. A fun & educational interactive workshop designed to get kids involved with the animals at Butte Humane Society. Be an animal advocate, learn about animal behavior & handling. Ages 6-15. 1st Saturdays, 1-2:30pm. Free, by pre-reg. BHS Educational Center, 2156 Pillsbury Rd., Ste 150B. (530)343-7919, x109. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai (“paper-theater”), & Japanese songs & crafts. 1pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Nature Walk; Lake Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/ moderate 3-5 mile walk. Saturdays, 8am-11pm, year-round. Meet at the Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a specially designed session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome too. 10:30am-12:30pm. $6.25/child, includes quad skate rental; parents skate free. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am & 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Toddler/Preschool Music Classes; Chico. Fun music class explores sound, rhythm, movement & other basic music concepts for young children through age 5. Emphasis is on fun! Ages 1-2: Mon/Sat, 10:30am & Th, 4pm; Ages 3-4: Mon/Sat, 11:15am & Th, 4:30pm. $7/drop-in; $25/5 classes; first class free. Chico Rockstars, 1382 Longfellow Avenue. (530)809-4932. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with music. Fri/Sat, 9pm-1am. $12.19/person/2hrs, includes shoes; or $3.89/game + $3.59/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545.

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15th Annual Summer Classic Blood Drive; Redding. Adults & teens can help save lives. Donors receive a free BBQ tri-tip sandwich, t-shirt, MyBloodSource Rewards, & special prize drawings. Ages 15 & up; parental consent required for minors. 7am-3pm.Free. BloodSource, 2680 Larkspur Lane. (530)243-0160. Adventure Recreation Saturday Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. 1-3pm. $5/2-hr session. 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Bird Watching Outing; Redding. Curious about the birds around us? All ages are invited to stroll around the Turtle Bay area with expert Dan Greaney to learn to observe & identify our feathered friends. Binoculars & field guides are supplied. 1st Sat, 9-11am. Meet at the Turtle Bay Monolith. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)225-4095. Charlie Rabbit & His Friends Kids Gardening Program; Redding. Rain or shine, join Charlie, Turtle Bay’s adorable jackrabbit puppet, for interactive gardening activities. For young children & their siblings, parents & grandparents. 10:30am. Free w/park admission, $4-$16. West Garden Entrance (on rainy days in Greenhouse), 1100 Arboretum Dr.

(530)242-3178. Family Fun Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting ceramics with specialty paints & various creative tools. All ages. 11am-7pm. $4/studio fee + cost of ceramics. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Free Swim Assessments; Redding. Learn what level your child should be in for Swim School at the YMCA. 9-11am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14 practice & have fun using trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Supervised free play. 10:30am-12:30pm. $10/child (members $8). 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Homeless Rock Stars: Animal Edition; Redding. Unfortunately many wild animals become orphans in the wild. Whether something happened to mom or they somehow got separated, most of the animals at Turtle Bay are rescues. Meet some of the park’s

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animal rock stars & hear their stories in this fascinating program of survival & hope. 3pm. Free with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 12-2pm. $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Old-Time Children’s Game Day; Redding. The Behrens-Eaton House Museum presents old-time games in the yard. The house will be open for viewing, & refreshments will be served. Ages 8-12. 9am-11:30am. Free, RSVP. Behrens-Eaton House Museum, 1520 West St. (530)241-3454. Play: Pride & Prejudice Final Performance; Redding. In this sentimental comedy based on Jane Austin novel, a doting mother is determined to get her five daughters married off. Their lives are turned upside down when a wealthy young man & his best friend arrive in their neighborhood, & a duel between pride & prejudice ensues. 7:30pm. $20. Riverfront Playhouse, 1620 E Cypress Ave. (530)221-1028. Preserving The Harvest: Pressure Canning; Redding. Learn how a pressure canner works, including safety features of modern canners. For adults. 9am-12pm. $45, includes materials. Redding School of the Arts kitchen, 955 Inspiration Way. (530)225-4095. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy an unlimited night of bowling, a laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $12, includes shoes & sodas. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. Safety Around Water Classes; Redding. This unique swim program recognizes that children possess even the most basic swimming skills, their risk of drowning decreases substantially. Ages 5-12. Saturdays, 10am. Free, pre-reg required. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Saturday Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru Dec 17. 777 Cypress Ave., behind the City Center. (530)226-7100. 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. Join the Shasta Astronomy Club for an evening of observation. They provide telescopes & binoculars. All ages. 8pm-midnight, weather permitting. Free. Mt. Shasta Mine Loop trailhead parking lot. (530)246-1225. Sundial Bridge Tour; Redding. Join Turtle Bay educators & docents on a free, exciting interpretive tour. Learn about the building of the Sundial Bridge & how it works. Hear stories from people involved, including designer Santiago Calatrava. Meet 10am at the south end of the bridge, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Volunteer Orientation At Haven Humane; Anderson. Learn about Haven Humane Society & their volunteer opportunities. 10-11am. Free. Haven Humane Society, 7449 Eastside Rd. (530)241-1653. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Cottonwood Community Library Book Sale; Cottonwood. 11am-2pm. See the 5th.

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Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Focus is on the tricks & techniques for doing the moves the right way & looking good! All ages. Sats, 9:45-11:45am. $10/youth, $15/adult. Mt. Shasta City Park’s Dudes & Daises Bldg. 1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. Historic Yreka Walking Tour. Learn about Miner Street History on a walk with a local historian. 1-2pm. $2. Meet in front of the Franco-American Hotel on Miner Street. (530)841-3126. Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Saturdays, 2-7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Sisson Museum Rummage Sale; Mt. Shasta. This annual event features slightly used items at a good price. Find good buys & support the museum. 10am-4pm. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508.

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Guided Bird Tour; Red Bluff. A bird lover’s dream! Take a guided tour through the fascinating world of the great outdoors. Recently over 30 birds were sighted on the walk. Bring binoculars, camera & weather-appropriate attire. All ages. 1st Saturdays. 8am. Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale Lane. (530)527-1196. Home Depot Kids Workshop; Red Bluff. Kids learn do-it-yourself skills & tool safety as they build a project to bring home. Kids also receive achievement certificate, apron, pin … & sense of accomplishment. Ages 5-12. 1st Sat, 9am-12pm. Free. 2650 Main St. (530)528-8579. “Market By The River” Chamber Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Purchase fresh local fruits & vegetables, browse the offerings of many vendors, & enjoy the City River Park. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/24. River Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multidiscipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm, Sat 12:302:30pm. $20/drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. “The Saturday Market” Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Year-round certified market features locally

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Chico Eagles Giant Yard Sale; Chico. This 3-day sale offers items for the whole family at great prices. Includes a huge bake sale to tempt your sweet tooth, & the Eagles Café’ will be open. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits. Today 8am-1pm. Free admission. Chico Eagles Hall, 1940 Mulberry St. (530)518-4716. Gold Panning At Lake Oroville. Learn how to pan for real gold. Sundays, 1-2pm. All ages. Free, by pre-reg (space limited). Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $5); Racing on Thu (reg 6-7pm, $5) & Sun (reg 4-5pm, $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. SUP yoga challenges your balance & enables you to be in the present moment. Sun, 8-9:30am. $25, includes paddle board, paddle, lightweight life jacket. Call (530)591-5917 to pre-reg. Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Dr. (530)774-7934. “Water Water Water” Workshop For Children; Durham. Kids can learn all about the importance of water in Butte County while having fun creating water projects. All ages. 11am -1pm. $2. Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway between Chico & Durham. (530)342-4359.

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Sunday 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. 8am-12pm, thru 10/9. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. 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. A fun-filled educational wildlife show. See animals showcasing their natural behaviors in a captivating & inspiring atmosphere. With new animals this season, this show is one that you won’t soon forget. Tues-Sun,11am & 12pm, thru 9/5. Free with Park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

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Mt. Shasta Summer Concert Series. Enjoy free music in the shadow of the mighty Mt. Shasta. Tonight: Secret Society Handshake. 6:30pm. Free. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-2494. Sisson Museum Rummage Sale; Mt. Shasta. This annual event features slightly used items at a good price. Find good buys & support the museum. 10am-4pm. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Back to School Project’s Cuts for Kids; Red Bluff. This fun day offers free haircuts for Tehama County school-age children (K-12). Free food, games & informational booths too. 2-6pm. Free. Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson St.. (530)529-4074.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Beginning Guitar Class: Ages 11-14; Chico. Students learn notes, rhythm, chords, instrument care & simple songs that will amaze family & friends. 4-5pm. $25. The Wright Keys Academy of Musical Arts, 556 Vallombrosa Ave. (530)781-2224. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st.

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Babies, Books & Play At The Redding Library. A fun playtime for babies ages 0-2yrs & their caregivers. Mondays, 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Camp X Sports Camp: “Flat out fun week!”; Redding. Camp X features sports & games for ages 8-14. Participants learn skills, techniques & strategies to help them advance their level of play & develop their sense of adventure. M-Th, 8/1-4, 7:30am-4:30pm. $130/week. Pre-reg thu Redding Recreation’s website. (530)225-4095. Game Night At The Redding Library; Redding. Children of all ages can come play board games & video games in the library’s Storyroom. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Junior Lifeguard; Redding. For students ages 11-15. Participants in this 5-day Junior Academy program develop skills in water rescue, first aid, CPR, swimming endurance & stroke perfection. M-F, 8/8-12: 9-5:15pm. $150; pre-reg. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)245-7249. Kids’ Sailing Camp For Beginners; Redding. Course is designed to give ages 8 & up a general knowledge of the marine world through study & hands-on sailing experiences. Students learn how to sail a boat safely & effectively. M-Th, 8/8-11: 12-4pm. $26/session; pre-reg. Brandy Creek Marina, Whiskeytown. (530)225-4095. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mondays 5-6pm. See the 1st. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Families share time together creating in an art studio atmosphere. 11am-5pm. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 1st.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST block of N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)925-0187. Painting For Kids & Teens Classes; Mt. Shasta. Participants learn basic techniques, composition & styles of painting & coloring. Runs in 3-session classes per painting at the simplest level; takes longer to complete complex paintings. Ages 8-18. Mondays, 3-4:30pm, join anytime! $30/3 sessions, includes supplies; pre-reg. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Shasta Rock Club Camp; Redding. Engaging & full of fun, a great intro to rock climbing. Kids ages 6-15 develop leadership skills as they learn the fundamentals of climbing through action-packed, engaging, & unique activities. Last day is a celebration with games, challenges & pizza party. 8/8-12, 8:30-11:30am.From $105, includes t-shirt & rental shoes. Held at Simpson University. Reg online at the Shasta Rock Club website. (530) 567-4086. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn with your young child through exploration, creativity & sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages 0-5 years. Mondays, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open House: Dance, Music, Theatre!; Red Bluff. Join RBPAC for this fun annual event! Learn about their programs & events for ages 2 & up, register for classes, & meet their fabulous staff of teachers. New families get $15 off registration. 5:30-8pm. Free. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. M, 10-11:30am. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Knit-Crochet Club At Oroville Library. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Paradise Farmers Market. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Paradise Alliance Church parking lot, 6491 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tue, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games

& family “hits” music. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Newborn Parenting Class: “Baby Massage Basics”; Chico. Parents with babies 0-3mos learn current information to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. $15. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. $60/year membership, races Tue ($5) & Fri ($10), 6-7pm, weather permitting. Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)526-3836. Bright Futures Story Time; Redding. Register with your little one to enjoy a storytime & fun activities that use small & large motor skills, early reading, & math skills. Healthy snack & book giveaway included. Ages 0-5. 9:30-11:30am. Free. Bright Futures Children Center, 1345 Liberty St. (530)276-0506. Family Jump Time At Rare Air; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tuesdays between 2-8pm. $10/ person (min.2 jumpers). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Haven Humane Society’s 2nd Tuesday Dinner Club; Redding. Enjoy dinner at a local eatery where a portion of the night’s proceeds go towards the animals at Haven Humane. All ages. 5-9pm. Contact Haven Humane for details: (530)241-1653. Marilyn Miller Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy fresh farm produce & handmade goodies. All ages. Tuesdays, 7:30am-12pm, thru 10/11. Shasta Center parking lot, 1700 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-7100. Storytime; Redding. Weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. 10-10:30am. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)229-5124. Sunset Through The Trees Fun Run; Whiskeytown Lake. A seven-week fun-run series open to runners & walkers of all ages. 7pm. $3/ person. Tonight’s location features 2.6M & 5.3M

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In Paradise, children ages preschool through 6th grade can build their own Pinewood Derby cars then race them on a 45-foot inclined track. Awards include best design, & the most original car. See the 11th (Butte County).

runs at Oak Bottom Marina, 12485 State Highway 299 W, at Whiskeytown Lake. (530)526-3076. SUP Yoga Class; Redding. SUP Yoga allows for a balanced exercise for whole-body strength & flexibility. Boards & paddles provided. Tu, 7-8:15pm, thru 8/9. $5/class. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd.(530)245-7249. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tu, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 2nd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6+) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Grow & Learn Play Group; Weed. Facilitator Julie Eckert brings years of early childhood education experience & believes in teaching a love of learning through exploration, discovery & play. Come enjoy creative fun with your child. Children take home a book to keep. Geared for ages 0-5. Tues, 10-11:30am. Free, drop ins welcome. Family & Community Resource Center of Weed, 260 Main St. (530)938-9914. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. Tu, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Beginning Guitar Class: Ages 11-14; Chico. Students learn notes, rhythm, chords, instrument care & simple songs that will amaze family & friends. 4-5pm. $25. The Wright Keys Academy of Musical Arts, 556 Vallombrosa Ave. (530)781-2224. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, yearround, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-FARM.

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Shasta Rock Club Camp in Redding is a great way kids can learn the fundamentals of climbing in an upbeat, action-packed and engaging experience! See the 3rd and the 8th (Shasta County).

Lake Oroville Speaker Series: Paleo History. Guest speaker Eric Gohre paints a picture of the world before people. 7pm. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center Theater, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for ages preschool & younger. W, 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Preschool Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories & a craft geared for ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. SUP yoga challenges your balance & enables you to be in the present moment. Wed, 5:30-7pm. $25, includes paddle board, paddle, lightweight life jacket. Call (530)591-5917 to pre-reg. Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Dr. (530)774-7934. The Book Club; Paradise. A time for parents to rediscover the joys of reading, while children enjoy their own book club at the same time, & decorate a book tote. Books provided, RSVP to ensure yours. For parents & their children 0-5yrs. 2nd & 4th Wed, 10:15-11am. Free. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility. Focus is on having fun while learning basic technique & drills

using the tumble track, spring floor & pit. Wed, 4-4:30pm. $35/mo or $15/class. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. What’s Going On Wednesdays Kids Activity; Gridley Library. Enjoy creative craft-making. 2-3:30pm. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. “Just For Fun” Preschool Activities; Chico. Hands-on parent-child activities in a fun drop-in Montessori environment. Ages infants – 5yrs. Wed, 10:30am. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Maker Wednesday; Redding. The maker movement is upon us! Join Turtle Bay educators & volunteers to explore different making activities each week. Let your creativity & curiosity thrive as you build, collaborate, learn & make in this fun experience. 1-3pm. Free with Turtle Bay Exploration Park admission, $12-$16. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Wed. Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. 7-8pm. $5. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Parenting Children With ADHD; Redding. Calling all parents of children with Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder: this group is for you! Hear speakers & share stories & solutions. 2nd Wed,

6-7pm, thru Jan 11. Free, RSVP required. Rowell Family Empowerment, 2701 Old Eureka way, Ste. 2. (530)226-5129. Read & Play Storytime; Redding Library. This innovative story time focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30pm-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for teens affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:30-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Square Dancing; Anderson. Remember how much fun it was to square dance? Bring the family to learn how on Wed. eves. Beginning lesson 7-8pm; stay & dance until 9:30pm. Ages 5 & up. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Second Wednesday Knit Night; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels of knitters & crocheters. An opportunity to gather, inspire & share ideas & projects. Ages 16+. 6pm-8pm. Free. Snow Creek Studios, 416 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-3000. Siskiyou Golden Fair Opening Day; Yreka. “Saddle Up Some Memories!” at this annual fair featuring a carnival, food, vendors, animals, horse shows, exhibits, entertainment & more. Lots of fun for everyone. 8/10-14. Find schedule & admission info online. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/ Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. W, 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:30-

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TEHAMA COUNTY

Fall Classes Begin at Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre; Red Bluff. Join RBPAC for their 2016-2017 season of dance, music, & theatre! The center offers both pre-competitive & recreational tracks. Sign up online. Ages 2+. $9-$18 per class drop in, or $30+ per month. Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way. (530)255-4180. Preschool Story Hour; Red Bluff Library. This story hour for preschoolers features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. 9:30am. 645 Madison St. (530)527-0604. Wednesday Night Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Kids activities from 5:30-7:30pm. Purchase fresh local fruits & vegetables, browse the goods of many local vendors & enjoy live music too. All ages. 5-8pm, thru 9/7. Washington & Pine Sts. (530)527-6220.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Oroville. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better self-care, & resources. 2nd Thursday, 11am-1pm. Northern Valley Catholic Social Services, 2185 Baldwin Ave. (530)897-6235. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Celebrating 20 years! This festive, weekly certified market is fun for the whole family & features a bounty of farm-fresh produce, delicious locally prepared foods, local artisans & small businesses, & musical entertainment for all ages. The KIDS ZONE features the Chico Children’s Museum’s Imagination Playground. 6-9pm. Broadway between 2nd – 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Pinewood Derby; Paradise. All children preschool – 6th grade are invited to build & race their own pinewood derby car. Race against your friends on a 45-foot inclined track, & compete for the best design & the most original car. Car kits can be purchased at the District Office for $10-$13. 6:308:30pm. Free entry. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway.(530)872-6393. Paradise Farmers Market. 4-7pm, thru Sept. Thomas Ace Hardware Parking Lot, 5720 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Storytime For Ages 5 & Under; Paradise. Songs, story & music geared for ages 0-5. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Butte Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 4th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent/caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. See the 4th. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st.

GLENN COUNTY

GOING PLACES AUGUST SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farmfresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. Th, 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct 13. Shasta Outlets Parking Lot, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)226-7100. Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. Meets 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033. Good News Rescue Mission Lift Em Up Fundraiser; Redding. Team up with your friends & family to help support those in need to rebuild their lives. Register online. All proceeds benefit the Good News Rescue Mission. 11am-1pm. Mt. Shasta Mall, Dana Dr. (530)252-5920. Little Explorers: Turtles!; Redding. Turtles can be found in many different environments, from fresh water to salt water. Join Turtle Bay docents for fun turtle-related activities & stories. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Market Street Faire Market; Redding. Farmers market, family activities, art displays, demos, variety of vendors. Thursdays, 5-8:30pm, thru July 28. Market Street Promenade, downtown Redding. (530)243-7773. Read & Create Story Time; Redding Library. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 4th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd.

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

Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thurs. Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 4th. Thankful Thursday At All Fired Up; Redding. Bring in a canned food item today & your studio fee is waived. All ages. 11am-5pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market; Dunsmuir. Offers a variety of local produce, artisan baked goods & more - plus live music, visiting chefs & special events. Th, 4-7pm, thru Sept. Spruce St & Dunsmuir Ave (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)925-4355. Etna Farmers Market. Browse & shop this market full of non-GMO produce & goods from local vendors. Enjoy live music & family activities in beautiful Scott Valley. Th, 4:30-6:30pm, thru Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Intermediate Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. $7/ adult; $5/youth; $20/4 classes, members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Siskiyou Golden Fair Kids Day; Yreka. “Saddle Up Some Memories!” at this annual fair featuring a carnival, food, vendors, animals, horse shows, exhibits, entertainment & more. Lots of fun for everyone. 8/10-14. Today 3pm-midnight. Kids entrance free today, $7 general admission. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:30-

5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st. Sisson Museum Rummage Sale; Mt. Shasta. 10am-4pm. See the 5th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Corning Farmers’ Market. Local growers & merchants offer fresh produce & more. 5-7:30pm. North Side Park, 1414 Colusa St. (530)824-5550. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 4th.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. Tonight’s concert features soul, blues, & rock by Sapphire Soul. Pick up a bite at one of Chico’s delightful downtown eateries & then head to Downtown Chico City Plaza. New concert time: 6-7:30pm. Free. Broadway between 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Story, Music & Art At The Paradise Library. A fun & creative time for geared for age 8 & under. 2:30pm. 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. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent/caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. See the 4th. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun! Use the gym & equipment to play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Fri, 6-8pm. See the 5th.

Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. See the 5th. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with black-light bowling & music. Fri/Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 5th.

SHASTA COUNTY

California Dance Company Intensive; Anderson. North State dancers will have a blast with big name choreographers & a huge variety of classes including Pilates, nutrition, hip-hop, ballet, lyrical & more. Take the entire intensive or pick individual classes. Ages 7 & up. 9am-2pm, 8/12-14, at the California Dance Company Anderson location, 2150 # 1 Marx Way. (530)365-7749. Children’s Cinema At The Redding Library: Dolphin Tale. Free family movies & popcorn in the Children’s Storyroom. Features children’s titles. All ages. 4pm. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Family Fun Night Roller Skating; Redding. Great night of family fun & exercise featuring music of the 70s & 80s. Safe & supervised. All ages. Fri, 7:30-10pm. $5, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding Library. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. F, 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Teen/Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone! Bring your friends and have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fridays, 7-10:30pm. $7/2hrs$7.25/2.5hrs, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Toddler Time At Rare Air; Redding. Rare Air trampoline park opens their doors before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. Fridays, 9-10am & 10-11am. $6/jumper, parent free (jump socks required, $3). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. 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 Roller Skating; Redding. Great night of family fun featuring music of the 70s & 80s. Fri, 7:30-10pm. See the 5th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting on Fridays from 11am-8pm. For teens & parents too! See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 5-6pm. See the 5th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th.

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SISKIYOU COUNTY

Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Fridays, 3-8pm& Saturdays, 2 -7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Siskiyou Golden Fair; Yreka. “Saddle Up Some Memories!” at this annual fair featuring a carnival, food, vendors, animals, horse shows, exhibits, entertainment & more. Lots of fun for everyone. 8/10-14. Today open 8am-midnight. Senior Citizen’s free today; $7 general admission. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767. Sisson Museum Rummage Sale; Mt. Shasta. 10am-4pm. See the 5th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

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Berry Creek Berry Festival; Berry Creek. This 18th annual festival is back with entertainment, an expanded KidsZone with activities, food, artisans, live music, crafts, raffle, & more – plus over 500 homemade blackberry pies – all in shade. 10am-4pm. Berry Creek Grange, 1477 Bald Rock Rd. (plenty of parking avail. at adjacent locations). (530)589-2695. Campfire Talks At Lake Oroville: Water… Every Drop Counts. Learn history trivia, view a slideshow, enjoy a sing-along, & toast marshmallows

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during this fun audience-participation event. All ages. 8:30pm. Loafer Creek Campfire Amphitheater, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Dutch Oven Cook-Off; Paradise. Dutch oven cooks compete to turn out the winning bread, main dish, & dessert. A limited number of sampling plates will be available ($7). Enjoy a BBQ lunch ($9), cowboy music & a raffle. All ages. Starts 10am. Free admission. Gold Nugget Museum, 502 Pearson Rd. (530)521-1984. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids are invited to come have fun making a craft they’ll take home. Ages 3 & up, with supervision. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class, includes supplies. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Nature Walk; Lake Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3-5 mile walk. Saturdays, 8am-11pm, yearround. Meet at the Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30; Intermediate:12:30-1pm. $5.25, includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am & 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Spanish Storytime At Chico Library. Monthly storytime features stories, songs & a craft for all ages, in Spanish. 2nd Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Storytime; Chico. Children will enjoy a story &

activities. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Special family rate. Saturdays, 6:30-9pm. See the 6th. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. Saturdays, 10:30am-12:30am. See the 6th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with black-light bowling & music. Fri/Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 5th.

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DIY Biology At ScienceWorks; Ashland, OR. Take an in-depth look at the fascinating world of DIY biology. Tinker with the building blocks of life. From plant dissecting, fermenting foods, bioengineering with mushrooms, & much more , activities & experiments spark imaginations & build confidence in the emerging fields of bioengineering, synthetic biology, agriculture, & DIY biology. Activities free with museum admission ($8-$10) unless otherwise noted. 10am-6pm. 1500 East Main St. (541)482-6767.

SHASTA COUNTY

Caldwell Park Triathlon; Redding. Get active! Competitors of ages 5 & up are put to the test in swimming, biking & running. Four age divisions; medals for top three finishers in each division. 8:30am instructional meeting; event 9-12pm. $35$45. Redding Aquatic Center & Caldwell Park, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Family 2nd Saturday: Coloring With Sam Skyler; Redding. Who said coloring is just for kids? With coloring sheets of various difficulties, you’ll have a blast no matter how old you are. Pick rock-related themes or some pop culture-inspired designs cre-

GOING PLACES ated by artist Sam Skyler. Don’t miss your chance to meet Sam & see how she created the art in her book Kaleidoscope!. 11am-3pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Free Swim Assessments; Redding. Learn what level your child should be in for Swim School at the YMCA. 9-11am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Junior Firefighter Program; Whiskeytown. Children join firefighters to learn how they manage fire. Learn the role fire plays in the ecosystems of national parks during this hands-on activity. Children completing the program earn a Junior Firefighter Badge. Sat, 11am. Meet at the Oak Bottom Amphitheater, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)246-1225. Junior Ranger Program; Whiskeytown. Children & adults of all ages (geared for ages 6 to12) can learn about preserving & protecting park resources while making new friends during this special one-hour activity that explores the wonders of Whiskeytown. Sat, 10am. Meet at the Oak Bottom Amphitheater, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)246-1225. Kidz Nite Out At Galaxy Gymnastics; Redding. Do your kids need something to do tonight? Galaxy provides a great space for kids to have fun tumbling, playing & moving. Ages 4-14. 7-10:30pm. $20/child (members $18); additional siblings $15 call to confirm date. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown. Experience dramatic changes in landscapes as you explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. Free program, by reservation (slots fill fast). Aug 13-17, 7:30pm. Departs from Brandy Creek Beach, Whiskeytown NRA. (530)225-4095. Parent’s Night Out; Anderson. Parents can treat themselves to a night out & their kids will have fun too! 2nd Saturdays, 5-9pm. $10/child. Adventure Recreation Center, 2250 Barney Rd. (530)365-2235. Safe Haven Horse Rescue’s Volunteer Work Day & Lunch; Cottonwood. Learn about the ranch & meet rescued horses. Help brush, groom, clean tack & organize tack room, clean pens & more. Lunch served. 2nd Saturdays. 9am-3pm. 3950 W. Anderson Rd. (530)347-4941. Safety Around Water Classes; Redding. This unique swim program recognizes that children possess even the most basic swimming skills, their risk of drowning decreases substantially. Ages 5-12. Saturdays, 10am. Free, pre-reg required. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Saturday Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru Dec 17. 777 Cypress Ave., behind the City Center. (530)226-7100. Toddler Time At Rare Air; Redding. Rare Air trampoline park opens their doors before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. Sat 9-10am. $6/jumper, parent free (jump socks required, $3). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Adventure Recreation Saturday Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. 1-3pm. $5. See the 6th. Family Fun Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting ceramics with specialty paints & various creative tools. All ages. Sat, 11am-7pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised, spacious gym. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 12-2pm. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat, Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 6th. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. A fun-filled educational live wildlife show. Tues-Sun, 11am & 12pm. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Saturdays, 2-7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Siskiyou Golden Fair; Yreka. “Saddle Up Some Memories!” at this annual fair featuring a carnival, food, vendors, animals, horse shows, exhibits, entertainment & more. Lots of fun for everyone. 8/10-14. Today open 8am-midnight. $7 general admission. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767. Sisson Museum Rummage Sale; Mt. Shasta. 10am-4pm. See the 5th.

TEHAMA COUNTY

“Market By The River” Chamber Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Purchase fresh local fruits & vegetables, browse the offerings of many vendors, & enjoy the City River Park. 7:30am-12pm, thru 9/24. River Park, 100 Main St. (530)527-6220. “The Saturday Market” Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Year-round certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs, & artisan food products & crafts. 8am-12:30pm, rain or shine. Home Depot Parking Lot, 2650 Main St. (530)514-3365. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 4th.

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Experience dramatic changes in landscapes as you explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. Free program, by reservation (slots fill fast). Aug 13-17, 7:30pm. Departs from Brandy Creek Beach, Whiskeytown NRA. (530)225-4095. Sunday 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. 8am-12pm, thru 10/9. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Golden Fair Closing Day – Free Admission!; Yreka. It’s “Family Day” at this annual fair featuring a carnival, food, vendors, animals, horse shows, exhibits, entertainment & more. Lots of fun for everyone. Today open 8am-8pm, & admission is free. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767. Mt. Shasta Summer Concert Series. Enjoy free music in the shadow of the mighty Mt. Shasta. Tonight: Hot Buttered Rum. 6:30pm. Free. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-2494. Sisson Museum Rummage Sale; Mt. Shasta. 10am-4pm. See the 5th.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Lyme Disease Support Group; Chico. Offers monthly support for those suffering with Lyme disease, & their family, friends & caregivers. 3rd Mon, 5:30-7pm. Disability

ance & motor skills. Mondays 5-6pm. See the 1st. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Families share time together creating in an art studio atmosphere. 11am-5pm. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 1st.

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Babies, Books & Play At The Redding Library. A fun playtime for babies ages 0-2yrs & their caregivers. Mondays, 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night At The Redding Library; Redding. Children of all ages can come play board games & video games in the library’s Storyroom. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Kids’ Sailing Camp For Beginners; Redding. Course is designed to give ages 8 & up a general knowledge of the marine world through study & hands-on sailing experiences. Students learn how to sail a boat safely & effectively. M-Th, 8/15-18: 12-4pm. $26/session; pre-reg. Brandy Creek Marina, Whiskeytown. (530)225-4095. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown. Experience dramatic changes in landscapes as you explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. Free program, by reservation (slots fill fast). Aug 13-17, 7:30pm. Departs from Brandy Creek Beach, Whiskeytown NRA. (530)225-4095. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, bal-

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SUNDAY

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Gold Panning At Lake Oroville. Learn how to pan for real gold. Sundays, 1-2pm. All ages. Free, by pre-reg (space limited). Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Junior Ranger Program Orientation; Lake Oroville. Learn about the summer’s Sunday morning Junior Ranger program, where kids ages 7-12 learn about nature & recreation. 10-11am. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. SUP yoga challenges your balance & enables you to be in the present moment. 8-9:30am. $25, includes paddle board, paddle & lightweight life jacket. Call (530)591-5917 to pre-reg. Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Dr. (530) 774-7934. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd.

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Action Center, 1161 East Ave. (530)891-8204. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st.

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Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. Fresh local produce, plants, flowers, herbs, eggs, meats, baked items, tamales & other delightful hand-made goods. Cal Fresh EBT, WIC & senior farmer’s market coupons accepted. Mondays, 3:30-6pm, thru 10/17. 400 block of N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)925-0187. Painting For Kids & Teens Classes; Mt. Shasta. Participants learn basic techniques, composition & styles of painting & coloring. Runs in 3-session classes per painting at the simplest level; takes longer to complete complex paintings. Ages 8-18. Mondays, 3-4:30pm, join anytime! $30/3 sessions, includes supplies; pre-reg. A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St. (530)859-1296. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn with your young child through exploration, creativity & sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages 0-5 years. Mondays, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st.

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Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. M, 10-11:30am. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

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Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. 11:30am-1:30pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; build a supportive network & share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x204. Knit-Crochet Club At Oroville Library. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Babies & young children welcome. 3rd Tues, 9am. Free. 7 Governors Ln. (530)487-4109. Paradise Farmers Market. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Paradise Alliance Church parking lot, 6491 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tu, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 2-3pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. Tues, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Newborn Parenting Class: “Crying & Calming”; Chico. Parents with babies 0-3mos learn current information to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. $15. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs wel-

GOING PLACES AUGUST come! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Jump Time At Rare Air; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tuesdays between 2-8pm. $10/ person (min. 2 jumpers). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Marilyn Miller Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy fresh farm produce & handmade goodies. All ages. Tuesdays, 7:30am-12pm, thru 10/11. Shasta Center parking lot, 1700 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-7100. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown. Experience dramatic changes in landscapes as you explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. Free program, by reservation (slots fill fast). Aug 13-17, 7:30pm. Departs from Brandy Creek Beach, Whiskeytown NRA. (530)225-4095. Sunset Through The Trees Fun Run; Redding. A seven-week fun-run series in the Redding area that’s open to runners & walkers of all ages. 7pm. $3/person. Tonight starts at the Fleet Feet store. (530)526-3076. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tu, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 2nd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6+) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open

Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 2nd. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Join the team. Members help plan teen-specific programs at the library during these fun meetings. School community service hours available. Tu, 6-7:30pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Grow & Learn Play Group; Weed. Come enjoy facilitated creative fun with your child. Children take home a book to keep. Ages 0-5. Tue, 10-11am. Free. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Wednesday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsburry Rd. (530)893-FARM. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can take a skate class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. W, 9:30-11am. $5.50, includes skates, parents skate free. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Lake Oroville Speaker Series: Conserving the Sutter Buttes. Guest speaker Alyssa Lindman presents this important topic. 7pm. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center Theater, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for ages preschool & younger. W, 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Preschool Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories & a craft geared for ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 3pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. What’s Going On Wednesdays Kids Activity; Gridley Library. Enjoy creative craft-making. 2-3:30pm. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.

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“Just For Fun” Preschool Activities; Chico. Hands-on parent-child activities in a fun drop-in Montessori environment. Ages infants – 5yrs. Wed, 10:30am. See the 3rd. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. See the 3rd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Wed, 4-4:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

7-8pm. $5. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Read & Play Story Time; Redding Library. This innovative story time focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Special Education Community Meeting; Redding. Parents, teachers, students, community members & anyone with an interest in special education are invited to attend. Facilitated by Shasta County Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education. 3rd Wed, 12-2pm. Free. Shasta SELPA Conference Room, 1524 Magnolia Ave. (530)945-2706. Storytime With Simpson University; Redding. Free storytime for young children, coordinated by Simpson University, Shasta Early Literacy Partnership & Mt. Shasta Mall Kids Club. 1st & 3rd Wed, 9:30am. Mt. Shasta Mall indoor play area (near Sears), 900 Dana Dr. (530)226-4737. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770.

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Burney Farmers Market; Burney. Offers farmfresh produce & other goods. Wed, 3-6pm, thru Oct 17. Burney Sporting Goods parking lot, 37427 Highway 299 E. (530)226-7100. Moonlight Kayak Program; Whiskeytown. Experience dramatic changes in landscapes as you explore Whiskeytown Lake under the light of the moon. Free program, by reservation (slots fill fast). Aug 13-17, 7:30pm. Departs from Brandy Creek Beach, Whiskeytown NRA. (530)225-4095. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Wed. Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for teens affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:30-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Square Dancing; Anderson. Remember how much fun it was to square dance? Bring the family to learn how on Wed. eves. Beginning lesson 7-8pm; stay & dance until 9:30pm. Ages 5 & up. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Farm fresh produce & more. Wed, 11am-2pm, thru Oct. Tractor Supply Co. parking lot, 1455 S. Main St., Yreka. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/ Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. W, 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

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THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources, & training for better self-care. 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 11am-1pm. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. FunLand Extreme Fun Summer Day Camps; Chico. A fun, active alternative to the “normal” summer camp! Indoor & outdoor activities include: dodge ball, ping pong, basketball, ultimate Frisbee, arts & crafts, skating, kickball, water activities, miniature golfing & batting cages, Ages 5-12. 8/8-12, 9am-1pm or 5pm. $120-$150 per week; lunch option avail. Cal Skate at FunLand, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Homeschool Information Night; Chico. Come learn about your options for homeschooling in Butte County. All ages welcome. 5-7pm. Free. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th St. (530)828-9288. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Moonlight Paddle At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. An amazing event! Park interpreters provide history, lore, myths & wildlife facts along a full-moon sunset paddle across the Forebay. Staff provide safety orientation. Paddle starts 7pm, may last until 10pm. Arrive early to sign in & prepare kayaks. $25/person includes rental kayak, $15/ person with your own. Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Dr. (530) 774-7934. Paradise Farmers Market. 4-7pm, thru Sept. Thomas Ace Hardware Parking Lot, 5720 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Storytime For Ages 5 & Under; Paradise. Songs, story & music geared for ages 0-5. 10am.

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Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Butte Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 4th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent/caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. See the 4th. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Festive, weekly market filled with family fun, farm-fresh produce, all-ages entertainment, a Kids Zone & much more. 6-9pm. See the 4th. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. Toddler/Preschool Music Class; Chico. A fun music class for young children through age 5. Toddlers: 4pm; Preschoolers: 4:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. See the 1st.

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SHASTA COUNTY

Adoptive Parents Support Group: “Coffee & Conversation”; Redding. Adoptive parents meet to share, problem solve, give & receive support. 3rd Thursday, 10-11:30am. Childcare available. Call for location: Lilliput Children’s Services. (530)722-9092. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farmfresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. Th, 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct 13. Shasta Outlets Parking Lot, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)226-7100. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. For parents or grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age. 1st & 3rd Thursday, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Children & teen grief support groups also available based on need. Call for info. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. KIXE Storytime; Redding. Come listen to a story & enjoy songs, stickers & crafts. Take home a complimentary book. Bring a pillow, favorite blanket or stuffed animal, & friends! 3rd Th, 9-11am. Ages 0-5. KIXE Volunteer Center, 603 N Market St. RSVP: (530)243-5493 x112. Little Explorers: Turtles!; Redding. Turtles can be found in many different environments, from fresh water to salt water. Join Turtle Bay docents for fun turtle-related activities & stories. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. “Living With A Child With Autism!” Support Group; Redding. Are you a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder? This support group is for you. Come to share & laugh or just listen to other parents who are raising kids with autism. Free, RSVP. 6-7pm at Bridges to Success, 1544 Magnolia Ave. (530)710-5304. Market Street Faire Market; Redding. Farmers market, family activities, art displays, demos, variety of vendors. Thurs, 5-8:30pm, thru July 28. Market Street Promenade, downtown Redding. (530)243-7773. Read & Create Story Time; Redding Library. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 4th.

GOING PLACES AUGUST Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thurs. Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 4th. Thankful Thursday At All Fired Up; Redding. Bring in a canned food item today & your studio fee is waived. All ages. 11am-5pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Farmers Market; Dunsmuir. Offers a variety of local produce, artisan baked goods & more - plus live music, visiting chefs & special events. Th, 4-7pm, thru Sept. Spruce St & Dunsmuir Ave (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530)925-4355. Etna Farmers Market. Browse & shop this market full of non-GMO produce & goods from local vendors. Enjoy live music & family activities in beautiful Scott Valley. Th, 4:30-6:30pm, thru Oct. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N Hwy 3. (530)643-7876. Parents Support Group; Mt. Shasta. Open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. Share parenting ideas, strategies & successes. Get support from others in the same parenting situation. Join anytime. 3rd Th, 9:30-11:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)879-3861. Intermediate Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. 6:457:45pm. See the 4th. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Corning Farmers’ Market Final Day. Local growers & merchants offer fresh produce & more. 5-7:30pm. North Side Park, 1414 Colusa St. (530)824-5550. Together On Purpose Adoptive Parents Support Group; Red Bluff. Network with other adoptive families. Facilitated by professional therapist Scott Howell, MFTI, with topics chosen by group participants. All adoptive families welcome, on-site childcare provided. 3rd Th, 3:30pm. Free. Held at North Valley Baptist Church, 345 David Ave. (530)528-0300. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 4th.

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roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fridays, 7-10:30pm. $7/2hrs$7.25/2.5hrs, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent/caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. See the 4th. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun! Use the gym & equipment to play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Fri, 6-8pm. See the 5th. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. See the 5th. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with black-light bowling & music. Fri/Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 5th.

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Campfire At The Museum; Roseville. Sit under the stars at an outdoor amphitheater & enjoy native stories around the campfire. Roast marshmallows for a sweet program’s end. 3rd Fridays, 7-8:30pm. $5/person, $16/family of 4; under age 2 free. Maidu Museum, 311 Vernon St. (916)774-5934.

SHASTA COUNTY

Children’s Cinema At The Redding Library. Tonight’s movie is The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl. Enjoy popcorn too! All ages. 4pm. Redding Library Children’s Storyroom, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preserving The Harvest: Pressure Canning; Redding. Learn how a pressure canner works,

including safety features of modern canners. For adults. 6-9pm. $45, includes materials. Redding School of the Arts kitchen, 955 Inspiration Way. (530)225-4095. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding Library. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. F, 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. 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 Roller Skating; Redding. Great night of family fun featuring music of the 70s & 80s. Fri, 7:30-10pm. See the 5th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting on Fridays from 11am-8pm. For teens & parents too! See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 5-6pm. See the 5th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson.

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FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. Tonight’s concert features funk, rock & R&B by The Alternators with special guests. Pick up a bite at one of Chico’s delightful downtown eateries & then head to Downtown Chico City Plaza. New concert time: 6-7:30pm. Free. Broadway between 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fridays, 10am-12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Story, Music & Art At The Paradise Library. A fun & creative time for geared for age 8 & under. 2:30pm. 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/Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone! Bring your friends and have fun

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Bowling with music & light show. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Toddler Time At Rare Air; Redding. Rare Air trampoline park opens their doors before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Historic Yreka Walking Tour. Learn about Miner Street History on a walk with a local historian. 1-2pm. $2. Meet in front of the Franco-American Hotel on Miner Street. (530)841-3126. Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Fridays, 3-8pm& Saturdays, 2-7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Book Sale; Chico. Find great books at low prices at this fundraising event hosted by Chico Friends of the Library. 9-11:30am. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Book Sale; Paradise. At this biweekly sale, purchase gently-used books at bargain prices. Hosted by Paradise Friends of the Library. 10am-3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Chinese Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories in Chinese. 3pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Gateway Science Museum Family-Fun Workshop: Light; Chico. Learn about light & color as you make a spectroscope & investigate light’s properties. Use color to write & read secret messages, & discover the differences in how light & color combine. All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a craft to bring home. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Nature Walk; Lake Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3-5 mile walk. Saturdays, 8am-11pm, yearround. Meet at the Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30; Intermediate: 12:30-1pm. $5.25, includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am & 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Vintage Tractors Presentation; Oroville. Presenter Rod Hiskens shares interesting facts & information about antique tractors. 10am-12pm. $3, includes tour. Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum, 1650 Broderick St. (530)538-2528. Weekend Childbirth Preparation; Chico. Trained nurse instructors help expectant parents prepare for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes personal choices including breathing & relaxation

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GOING PLACES AUGUST techniques & pain management options. 8/20 & 21: Sat, 9am-4pm, & Sun, 9am-1pm. $125/couple. Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Special family rate. Saturdays, 6:30-9pm. See the 6th. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. Saturdays, 10:30am-12:30am. See the 6th. Toddler/Preschool Music Class; Chico. A fun music class for young children through age 5. Toddlers: 4pm; Preschoolers: 4:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. See the 1st. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri/Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 5th.

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Night Out At The Museum; Roseville. Families will enjoy visiting the Maidu museum & meeting guest presentors. Part of the area’s 3rd Saturday Art Walk. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm. Free. Maidu Museum, 311 Vernon St. (916)774-5934.

SHASTA COUNTY

California Native Plants Tour; Redding, On a presumably hot summer day, make a morning visit to see numerous drought-tolerant California native plants in Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s Botanical Gardens. Observe how well they fare during high summer in Redding with very low water. 9-11 am. $3 (members free) Turtle Bay Exploration Park, West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Free Swim Assessments; Redding. Learn what level your child should be in for Swim School at the YMCA. 9-11am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Junior Firefighter Program; Whiskeytown. Children join firefighters to learn how they manage fire. Learn the role fire plays in the ecosystems of national parks during this hands-on activity. Children completing the program earn a Junior Firefighter Badge. Sat, 11am. Meet at the Oak Bottom Amphitheater, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)246-1225. Junior Ranger Program; Whiskeytown. Children & adults of all ages (geared for ages 6 to 12) can learn about preserving & protecting park resources while making new friends during this special one-hour activity that explores the wonders of Whiskeytown. Sat, 10am. Meet at the Oak Bottom Amphitheater, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)246-1225. R.E.A.D. Dog Program; Redding. Children read to registered therapy dogs from the Reading Education Assistance Dogs program resulting in greater self-confidence & improvement in reading & communication skills. Ages preschool-6yrs. 3rd Sat, 1-3pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Safety Around Water Classes; Redding. This unique swim program recognizes that children possess even the most basic swimming skills, their risk of drowning decreases substantially. Ages 5-12. Saturdays, 10am. Free, pre-reg required. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Saturday Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru Dec 17. 777 Cypress Ave., behind the City Center. (530)226-7100. Science Saturday: Psych Out!; Redding. How do our minds work? Join Turtle Bay’s educators for a fun time exploring the science of psychology & what our brains can tell us about ourselves. 11am-3pm. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Toddler Time At Rare Air; Redding. Rare Air trampoline park opens their doors before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. Sat 9-10am. $6/jumper, parent

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free (jump socks required, $3). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Wild Horse Sanctuary Open House & Benefit; Shingletown. Enjoy a day of family fun in the country! Watch a parade of American Mustangs, view wild horses, & enjoy live music, kids’ activities, a vendor fair, a raffle with great prizes, & much more! Ages all. 12-5pm. Free admission & parking. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Adventure Recreation Open Gym ; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting ceramics with specialty paints & various creative tools. All ages. Sat, 11am-7pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised., spacious gym. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 12-2pm. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat, Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 6th.

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Dunsmuir Railroad Museum Open; Dunsmuir. See a railroad display room featuring railroad memorable, & a very special Native American Indian basket collection. 1st & 3rd Saturdays, 10-2pm, thru Oct. Amtrak Depot, 5750 Sacramento Ave. (530)235-0839. Historic Yreka Walking Tour. Learn about Miner Street History on a walk with a local historian. 1-2pm. $2. Meet in front of the Franco-American Hotel on Miner Street. (530)841-3126. Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Fridays, 3-8pm& Saturdays, 2-7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715.

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TEHAMA COUNTY

“Market By The River” Chamber Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Purchase fresh local fruits & vegetables, browse the offerings of many vendors, & enjoy the City River Park. 7:30am-12pm, thru

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SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Gold Panning At Lake Oroville. Learn how to pan for real gold. Sundays, 1-2pm. All ages. Free, by pre-reg (space limited). Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. “How Cool Are You?” Workshop; Chico. The Gateway Science Museum gardens are home to many California native, drought-tolerant plants. Learn how plants protect themselves from the heat & how they adapt to drought conditions. All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Junior Ranger Program; Lake Oroville. Kids ages 7-12 learn about different topics related to nature & recreation in a weekly program. Today’s topic is “Summer Safety: Fun in the Sun.” Sundays, 10-11am, thru 8/7. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Old Fashion Ice Cream Social & Garden Tour; Durham. Tour the beautiful gardens at the historic Patrick Ranch while enjoying ice cream from Shubert’s. Also tour the Glenwood Farmhouse, built in 1877. All ages. 1-4 pm. $10. Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway between Chico & Durham. (530)342-4359. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. SUP yoga challenges your balance & enables you to be in the present moment. 8-9:30am. $25, includes paddle board, paddle & lightweight life jacket. Call (530)591-5917 to pre-reg. Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Dr. (530)774-7934. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd.

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Sunday 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. 8am-12pm, thru 10/9. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. A fun-filled educational live wildlife show. TuesSun,11am & 12pm. See the 7th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Whitewater Rafting With Shasta Disabled Sports; Yreka. All ages/disabilities are invited to enjoy an exciting day on the Klamath River where experienced guides lead a class 2 whitewater experience using rafts & inflatable kayaks. There will be time for swimming & water play. Free, reservations required. Tree of Heaven Campground. (530)925-1531.

GOING PLACES AUGUST

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st. Toddler/Preschool Music Class; Chico. A fun music class for young children through age 5. Toddlers: 4pm; Preschoolers: 4:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Babies, Books & Play At The Redding Library. A fun playtime for babies ages 0-2yrs & their caregivers. Mondays, 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night At The Redding Library; Redding. Children of all ages can come play board games & video games in the library’s Storyroom. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Join Friends Of Schreder Planetarium Meeting; Redding. Changes are afoot for the planetarium and your time, ideas and expertise are needed to create a volunteer-based public show system. Come attend the first meeting to help coordinate volunteer efforts. Anyone willing to help is welcome, just bring your passion for the planetarium. 5:30pm. Schreder Planetarium, 1644 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0295. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mondays 5-6pm. See the 1st. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Families share time together creating in an art studio atmosphere. 11am-5pm. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 1st.

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TEHAMA COUNTY

Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. M, 10-11:30am. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Paradise Farmers Market. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Paradise Alliance Church parking lot, 6491 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tues, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 2-3pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Seed Library Info & Packing; Paradise. Learn about Paradise Libraries Seed Library & how preserve seeds for sharing. 4th Tuesdays, 5-7pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd.

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Newborn Parenting Class: “Quality Childcare”; Chico. Parents with babies 0-3mos learn current information to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. $15. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

process! The IEP document may seem complicated, but once you start to understand it & learn about applicable laws, you’ll feel more empowered while advocating for your child. 10am-12pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment, 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2. (530)226-5129. Marilyn Miller Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy fresh farm produce & handmade goodies. All ages. Tuesdays, 7:30am-12pm, thru 10/11. Shasta Center parking lot, 1700 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-7100. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding Library. Focusing on musical themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Tu, 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Storytime; Redding. Weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. 10-10:30am. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)229-5124. Sunset Through The Trees Fun Run; Redding. A seven-week fun-run series in the Redding area that’s open to runners & walkers of all ages. 7pm. $3/person. Tonight’s location features 3K & 6K at Clover Creek Preserve, 3500 Shasta View Dr. (530)526-3076.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tu, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 2nd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6+) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 2nd. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Join the team. Members help plan teen-specific programs at the library during these fun meetings. School community service hours available. Tu, 6-7:30pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

tote. Books provided, RSVP to ensure yours. For parents & their children 0-5yrs. 2nd & 4th Wed, 10:15-11am. Free. Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)872-3896. What’s Going On Wednesdays Kids Activity; Gridley Library. Kids enjoy creative craft-making. 2-3:30pm. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. “Just For Fun” Preschool Activities; Chico. Hands-on parent-child activities in a fun drop-in Montessori environment. Ages infants – 5yrs. Wed, 10:30am. See the 3rd. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. See the 3rd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Wed, 4-4:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Burney Farmers Market; Burney. Offers farmfresh produce & other goods. Wed, 3-6pm, thru

Oct 17. Burney Sporting Goods parking lot, 37427 Highway 299 E. (530)226-7100. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Wed. Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. 7-8pm. $5. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Parent Café; Redding. Shasta County parents & primary caregivers help each other with intimate, energetic conversations, building off each other’s experiences to solve problems. Free childcare & dinner for first 25 children registered; spaces fill fast, RSVP soon. 5:45-8:30pm. Oak View Head Start, 1156 Del Monte St. (530)241-5816 x208. Read & Play Story Time; Redding Library. This innovative story time focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30pm-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Storytime Wednesday At Washington Plaza; Redding. Children can listen to stories, create a make & take craft, enjoy snacks, & more. Activities geared for ages 2-5 but all children welcome. 4th Wed, 10:30-12pm. Free. Northern Valley Catholic Social

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Service, 2400 Washington Ave. (530)241-0552. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for teens affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:30-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Square Dancing; Anderson. Remember how much fun it was to square dance? Bring the family to learn how on Wed. eves. Beginning lesson 7-8pm; stay & dance until 9:30pm. Ages 5 & up. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035.. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Farm fresh produce & more. Wed, 11am-2pm, thru Oct. Tractor Supply Co. parking lot, 1455 S. Main St., Yreka. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/ Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. W, 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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Chico Wednesday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsburry Rd. (530)893-FARM. Homeschool Skate Is Back!; Chico. Homeschoolers can enjoy an afternoon of roller skating. All ages welcome. Wed, 12:30-2:30pm. $6.75, includes quad skates rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can take a skate class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. W, 9:30-11am. $5.50, includes skates, parents skate free. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Lake Oroville Speaker Series: Raptor & Wildlife Rehabilitation. Guest speaker Marilyn Gamette presents information about wildlife rehabilitation. 7pm. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center Theater, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for ages preschool & younger. W, 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Preschool Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories & a craft geared for ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 3pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. The Book Club; Paradise. Parents can rediscover the joys of reading, while children enjoy their own book club at the same time, & decorate a book

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THURSDAY

National Park Service Birthday. The NPS turns 99 years old today, & they are waiving entrance fees all weekend (Aug 25-28) at more than 400 national parks, national historic landmarks and scenic trails, national heritage areas, & more. Take in the scenery, get inspired by history, attend a ranger program, or just enjoy the great outdoors. North State Parks include: Whiskeytown National Rec. Area (Shasta County), Lassen Volcanic National Park (Shasta, Tehama, Plumas & Lassen Counties), Lava Beds National Monument (Siskiyou & Modoc Counties), & the California National Historic Trail. Find out more at nps.gov/aboutus/npsbirthday.htm.

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Butte County Fair Opening Day; Gridley. Children & Seniors get free entrance today. Exhibits, live music & entertainment, carnival & much more are happening at this 4-day fair set among tree-lined streets. 75 years strong! 8/25-28. Find schedule online. $5/adults discounted entry & all children free today. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. Hooks & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For those who love to knit & crochet; bring your projects. All ages.12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320.

GOING PLACES AUGUST Infant Parenting: Infant Development Series; Chico. Informative 6-week program. Topics include: Infant Massage, Attachment & Brain Development, Women’s Health, Infant Nutrition & Food Introduction, and Teething & Dental Care. For parents with infants 0-7mos. Th, 10:30am-12pm, 8/25-9/29. $75/series; pre-reg. 251 Cohasset Rd., Ste #120. (530)332-3970. Paradise Farmers Market. 4-7pm, thru Sept. Thomas Ace Hardware Parking Lot, 5720 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Storytime For Ages 5 & Under; Paradise. Songs, story & music geared for ages 0-5. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Butte Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 4th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent/caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. See the 4th. Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market; Chico. Festive, weekly market filled with family fun, farm-fresh produce, all-ages entertainment, a Kids Zone & much more. 6-9pm. See the 4th. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st. Toddler/Preschool Music Class; Chico. A fun music class for young children through age 5. Toddlers: 4pm; Preschoolers: 4:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. See the 1st.

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TEHAMA COUNTY

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

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Butte County Fair Children’s Day; Gridley. Exhibits, live music & entertainment, carnival & much more are happening at this 4-day fair set among tree-lined streets. 75 years strong! 8/25-28. Find schedule online. $10/adults, children free today. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. Downtown Chico’s Friday Night Concert; Chico. Tonight’s concert features rock & alterna-pop by QuasiMofos. Pick up a bite at one of Chico’s delightful downtown eateries & then head to Downtown Chico City Plaza. New concert time: 6-7:30pm. Free. Broadway between 2nd & 5th Sts. (530)345-6500. Story, Music & Art; Paradise. A creative time for ages 8 & under. 2:30pm. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 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/Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone! Bring your friends and have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fridays, 7-10:30pm. $7/2hrs$7.25/2.5hrs, skate rental $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Enjoy hands-on art activities with your child in a drop-in Montessori environment. Designed for infants & children through age 5, with their parent/caretaker. Th & Fri, starts 10:30am. See the 4th. Dollar Night At Chico Cheer Gym; Chico. $1 = 1.5 hours of fun! Use the gym & equipment to play, tumble or perfect your cheer skills. Fri, 6-8pm. See the 5th.

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SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farmfresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. Th, 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct 13. Shasta Outlets Parking Lot, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)226-7100. Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. Meets 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 5:30-7pm. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033. Little Explorers: Turtles!; Redding. Turtles can be found in many different environments, from fresh water to salt water. Join Turtle Bay docents for fun turtle-related activities & stories. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10am. Free w/park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Market Street Faire; Redding. Farmers market, family activities, art displays, demos, variety of vendors. Thursdays, 5-8:30pm, thru July 28. Market Street Promenade, downtown Redding. (530)243-7773. Read & Create Story Time; Redding Library. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm; Tumble-fun (ages 6 +) 4-5pm. See the 4th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd.

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Children’s Cinema At The Redding Library: Eight Below. Free family movie & popcorn in the Children’s Storyroom. Features children’s titles. All ages. 4pm. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding Library. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. F, 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Volunteer Orientation At Haven Humane; Anderson. Learn about Haven Humane Society & their volunteer opportunities. 5:15-6:15pm. Free. Haven Humane Society, 7449 Eastside Rd. (530)241-1653. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. 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 Roller Skating; Redding. Great night of family fun featuring music of the 70s & 80s. Fri, 7:30-10pm. See the 5th. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Kids’ Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Kids have fun painting on Fridays from 11am-8pm. For teens & parents too! See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Friday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 5-6pm. See the 5th. Preserving The Harvest: Jams & Jellies; Redding. Learn how to prepare both freezer & canned jams & jellies. For adults. 6-9pm. $45, includes materials. Redding School of the Arts kitchen, 955 Inspiration Way. (530)225-4095. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

4th Friday Art Walk; Mt. Shasta. Immerse yourself in creativity. Enjoy receptions & view original art & prints at participating galleries in downtown Mt. Shasta. 4-7pm. (530)926-3000. Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Fri, 3-8pm& Sat, 2-7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). L ocated at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. For all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. See the 4th. www.northstateparent.com • August 2016

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In Mt. Shasta, bring or rent skates and have fun Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink. Rentals include protective gear, and snacks are available. See Fridays and Saturdays (Siskiyou County).

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Butte County Fair; Gridley. Exhibits, live music & entertainment, carnival & much more are happening among tree-lined streets. 8/25-28. Find schedule online. $5-$10 entry, ages 5 & under free. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. Infant/Pediatric CPR Class; Chico. Learn to make your child’s environment safe, how to prevent the most common childhood accidents, & infant/child CPR techniques. 9-11am. Adults only. $35/person, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Gateway Science Museum Family-Fun Workshop: Non-Newtonian Fluids; Chico. Do you love gooey, goopy gak? We do too! Investigate the properties of non-Newtonian fluids & make polymers in the Gateway’s Investigation Station. Explore the properties of solids & liquids – gak exhibits properties of both. All ages. 1-3pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Grandparenting Class; Chico. Join other grandparents & learn infant-child CPR techniques, infant “safe sleep” recommendations, benefits of breastfeeding, & tips on ways to support your adult child

& his/her new family. 12-2pm. $35, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids have fun making a craft to take home. Ages 3 & up, with supervision. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class, includes supplies. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Mobile Pet Adoption At The Chico Library. Butte Humane Society is partnering with Butte County Library to adopt out some furry friends today. 12-3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Nature Walk; Lake Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3-5 mile walk. Saturdays, 8am-11pm, yearround. Meet at the Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30; Intermediate: 12:30-1pm. $5.25, includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall Sts. (530)893-FARM. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico.

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A Walk With Turtle Bay’s Horticulture Manager; Redding. Bring a notebook & camera for this participant-driven program. Tour the gardens with frequent stops for discussions about (what else?) plants! 10:30am. Free w/park or garden admission ($4-$16). Turtle Bay Exploration Park, West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Animals “On Tour”; Redding. Animals travel thousands of miles to find food & mates. This live-animal program explores the travels of some of our animal friends. All ages. 3pm. $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Free Swim Assessments; Redding. Learn what level your child should be in for Swim School at the YMCA. 9-11am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Junior Firefighter Program; Whiskeytown. Children join firefighters to learn how they manage fire. Learn the role fire plays in the ecosystems of national parks during this hands-on activity. Children completing the program earn a Junior Firefighter Badge. Sat, 11am. Meet at the Oak Bottom Amphitheater, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)246-1225. Junior Ranger Program; Whiskeytown. Children & adults of all ages (geared for ages 6 to 12) can learn about preserving & protecting park resourc-

es while making new friends during this special one-hour activity that explores the wonders of Whiskeytown. Sat, 10am. Meet at the Oak Bottom Amphitheater, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530)246-1225. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up are invited to make a fun craft in this mini-workshop. 10am, 10:30am, 11am & 11:30am. $2/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Moonlight Madness Fun Run; Shasta Lake City. Open to runners & walkers of all ages & abilities, features a 2-mile run (or walk) across Shasta Dam in the moonlight. Awards, shirts, glow sticks & lots of fun. Race day reg/packet pick-up 6:45-8pm; starts 8:15pm at the Shasta Dam Visitors Center, 16349 Shasta Dam Blvd. $20-$25. (530)526-3076. Open Auditions For Sleeping Beauty Ballet; Redding. Come audition for Redding City Ballet’s premier performance of Sleeping Beauty. Children 6 & up at 10am; Character/Adult dancers at 12pm; Dancers en Pointe (at least one year) at 1pm. TheRAP – The Redding Arts Project, 1726 Market St. (530)245-1019. Preserving The Harvest: Boiling Water/Steam Canning; Redding. An introduction to boiling water & atmospheric steam canning as safe methods to preserve fruits, sauces, salsas, pickles & other tasty treats. For adults. 9am-12pm. $45, includes materials. Redding School of the Arts kitchen, 955 Inspiration Way. (530)225-4095. Safety Around Water Classes; Redding. This unique swim program recognizes that children possess even the most basic swimming skills, their risk of drowning decreases substantially. Ages 5-12. Saturdays, 10am. Free, pre-reg required. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Saturday Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru Dec 17. 777 Cypress Ave., behind the City Center. (530)226-7100. Star Party At Whiskeytown National Recreation Area; Whiskeytown. Experience the night sky & explore celestial marvels. Join the Shasta Astronomy Club for an evening of observation. They provide telescopes & binoculars. All ages. 8pm-midnight, weather permitting. Free. Mt. Shasta Mine Loop trailhead parking lot. (530)246-1225. Toddler Time At Rare Air; Redding. Rare Air trampoline park opens their doors before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. Sat 9-10am. $6/jumper, parent free (jump socks required, $3). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206.

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Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am & 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. StoryTail Tutors; Chico Branch Library. Wonderful program for beginning readers & for struggling or reluctant readers. Children ages 5-11 read to trained, certified therapy dogs in a relaxing environment. 4th Saturday, 2pm. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Special family rate. Saturdays, 6:30-9pm. See the 6th. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under. Saturdays, 10:30am-12:30am. See the 6th. Toddler/Preschool Music Class; Chico. A fun music class for young children through age 5. Toddlers: 4pm; Preschoolers: 4:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. See the 1st. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with black-light bowling & music. Fri/Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 5th.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Volunteer Opportunities Workshop; Redding. Find out about volunteering at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Meet staff throughout the park for a brief overview of their volunteer needs, followed by an informal Q & A following the presentation. 10-11:30am. Free. Meet at Turtle Bay Exploration Park West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. RSVP at (530)242-3143. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Adventure Recreation Saturday Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. 1-3pm. $5. See the 6th. Family Fun Day At All Fired Up; Redding. Enjoy painting ceramics with specialty paints & various creative tools. All ages. Sat, 11am-7pm. See the 6th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 6th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Saturday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised., spacious gym. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 12-2pm. See the 6th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. Fri, 9-11pm & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 5th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat, Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 6th.

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BUTTE COUNTY

Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. A fun-filled educational live wildlife show. TuesSun,11am & 12pm. See the 7th.

Butte County Fair Closing Day; Gridley. Bring the family for fun time among the fair’s tree-lined streets. Lots of activities, live music & entertainment, a carnival & more. 75 years strong! 8/25-28. Find schedule online. $5-$10 entry, ages 5 & under free. 199 East Hazel St. (530)846-3626. Gold Panning At Lake Oroville. Learn how to pan for real gold. Sundays, 1-2pm. All ages. Free, by pre-reg (space limited). Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Junior Ranger Program; Lake Oroville. Kids ages 7-12 learn about different topics related to nature & recreation in a weekly program. Sundays, 10-11am, thru 8/7. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. 8-9:30am. See the 7th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Sunday 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. 8am-12pm, thru 10/9. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)226-7100. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Kid+Parent Clay Classes; Mt. Shasta. Kids & Moms or Kids & Dads explore clay together in a three-class series; start any time. Build on skills as you make plates, bowls & mugs decorated however you wish using fanciful sculptures, words, pattern stamps & rollers. Ages 8-adult (younger ages considered). Kids & Moms: 12-2pm. Kids & Dads: 3-5pm. $149/three classes, two people; additional child $59; by pre-reg (no drop-ins). Shasta ClayWorks, 612 South Mount Shasta Blvd.. (530)925-3792. Roller Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. With the ice melted, come skate on wheels at the expanded NHL-sized rink. Saturdays, 2-7pm. $3 admission, skate rentals & protective gear +$2 if needed; ages 5 & under free (bring skatesfor little ones). Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Sats, 9:45-11:45am. See the 6th.

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MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Children’s Choir Of Chico New Member Sign Ups; Chico. Children’s Choir of Chico (preschool - adult women) invites you to join rehearsals 8/29 & 30 and to see what’s in store for their fall season. Discover your voice in the world. Ages 3 & up. Children’s Choir of Chico, (530)342-2775. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st. Toddler/Preschool Music Class; Chico. A fun music class for young children through age 5. Toddlers: 4pm; Preschoolers: 4:30pm. Drop-ins welcome. See the 1st. Babies, Books & Play At The Redding Library. A fun playtime for babies ages 0-2yrs & their caregivers. Mondays, 10:30am. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night At The Redding Library; Redding. Children of all ages can come play board games & video games in the library’s Storyroom. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Passport To Their Future Workshop: 18 years & Beyond; Redding or via webinar. In this training for parents of special needs youth, participants will learn about the movement from the Transition IEP

into the world of adult services. 10am-12pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment, 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2. (530)226-5129. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mondays 5-6pm. See the1st. Memorable Monday At All Fired Up; Redding. Families share time together creating in an art studio atmosphere. 11am-5pm. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 1st.

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Preschool Story Hour; Corning Library. This story hour for preschoolers features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Mon, 10am. Free. 740 Third St. (530)824-7050. Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parent organized playgroup includes play, crafts, snacks, & field trips. M, 10-11:30am. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Childbirth Preparation Class Series; Chico. In this 5-week course, registered nurse instructors help prepare you for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes individual & family choices, including breathing & relaxation techniques, & pain management options. Tues, 8/30-9/27, 6-8pm. $125/couple. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970. Children’s Choir Of Chico New Member Sign Ups; Chico. Children’s Choir of Chico (preschool adult women) invites you to join rehearsals 8/29 & 30 and to see what’s in store for their fall season. Discover your voice in the world. Ages 3 & up. Children’s Choir of Chico, (530)342-2775. Paradise Farmers Market. 7:30am-12pm, thru Oct. Paradise Alliance Church parking lot, 6491 Clark Rd. (530) 893-FARM. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome. Tues, 3-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytime At Chico Library. Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. Two sessions: Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 2pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.

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GOING PLACES AUGUST Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family “hits” music. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/ Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Newborn Parenting Class: “Healthy Newborn”; Chico. Parents with babies 0-3mos learn current information to promote infant wellness & safety. 10:30am-12pm. $15. See the 2nd. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Enjoy fun hands-on science enrichment activities with your young child. Ages infants – 5yrs welcome! Mon & Tues, 10:30am-12pm. See the 1st. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm); Racing on Thu & Sun (5pm). All ages. See the 2nd. Toddler & Preschool Fun!; Chico. Enjoy ongoing hands-on activities with your child in a Montessori environment. Ages infant – 5yrs. M/Tu/Th/F, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2-5pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family Jump Time At Rare Air; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tuesdays between 2-8pm. $10/ person (min.2 jumpers). Rare Air Trampoline Park, 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Marilyn Miller Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy fresh farm produce & handmade goodies. All ages. Tuesdays, 7:30am-12pm, thru 10/11. Shasta Center parking lot, 1700 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-7100. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding Library. Focusing on musical themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Tu, 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Storytime; Redding. Weekly storytime geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. 10-10:30am. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)229-5124. Sunset Through The Trees Fun Run; Redding. A seven-week fun-run series in the Redding area that’s open to runners & walkers of all ages. 7pm. $3/person. Tonight starts at the Turtle Bay Open Space Area. (530)526-3076. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding Library. Join the team. Members help plan teen-specific programs at the library during these fun meetings. School community service hours available. Ages 13-18. Tues, 6-7:30pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7261. Adventure Recreation Open Gym; Anderson. All ages are welcome to come enjoy two hours of free play using gym equipment. Tu/Th/F, 10am-12pm & Sat, 1-3pm. See the 2nd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tu, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 2nd. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza. Sun, Mon, Tue & Fri, 6:308:30pm. See the 1st. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kinder-gym (ages 3-5) 4-4:45pm. Tumble-fun (ages 6+) 4-5pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Tuesday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a supervised gym with lots of room to play. Two age sessions: Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up: 7-8pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Grow & Learn Play Group; Weed. Come enjoy facilitated creative fun with your child. Children take

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home a book to keep. Ages 0-5. Tue, 10-11am. Free. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Babies Love Books; Chico. Babies ages 18 months & younger will enjoy this special story time. 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, yearround, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsburry Rd. (530)893-FARM. Homeschool Skate; Chico. Homeschoolers can enjoy an afternoon of roller skating. All ages. Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30pm. $6.75, includes quad skates rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601.

Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can take a skate class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. W, 9:30-11am. $5.50, includes skates, parents skate free. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Lake Oroville Speaker Series: “Lost Communities of Lake Oroville”. Join guest speakers to learn about the history of life as it happened at Lake Oroville. 7pm. Lake Oroville Visitor’s Center Theater, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Mid-Week Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Geared for ages preschool & younger. W, 11am. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. PreK Storytime & Craft At Oroville Library. Enjoy songs, stories & a craft geared for ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! 3pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. What’s Going On Wednesdays Kids Activity; Gridley Library. Kids enjoy creative craft-making. 2-3:30pm. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.

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SUP Yoga At Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Join Lisa Weber for SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) Yoga. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. See the 3rd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Wed, 4-4:30pm. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Burney Farmers Market; Burney. Offers farmfresh produce & other goods. Wed, 3-6pm, thru Oct 17. Burney Sporting Goods parking lot, 37427 Highway 299 E. (530)226-7100. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Wed. Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. 7-8pm. $5. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Obstacle Course Activity At Redding Library. Ready for a challenge? The library’s obstacle course activity will put your skills to the test. All ages. 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Read & Play Story Time; Redding Library. This innovative story time focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30pm-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with variety of other animal species & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm, thru Dec. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for teens affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:30-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 3rd. Square Dancing; Anderson. Remember how much fun it was to square dance? Bring the family to learn how on Wed. eves. Beginning lesson 7-8pm; stay & dance until 9:30pm. Ages 5 & up. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Storytime At Dunsmuir Library. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:304:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Songs & Stories At Mt. Shasta Library. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Yreka Farmers Market. Farm fresh produce & more. Wed, 11am-2pm, thru Oct. Tractor Supply Co. parking lot, 1455 S. Main St., Yreka. (530)436-2610. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/ Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. W, 6:457:45pm. See the 3rd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4 & up. Dynamic, fun activity. Ages 4+: M-Th, 4:305:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tu/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: M/W, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

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