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7 Sweet Opportunities to Show Children They Count Intentional Ways Parents Can Connect. By Michele Ranard, M.Ed.

It’s ironic. In an age where connecting with each other is simpler than ever (think Facebook, tweets, cell phones and Skype), hectic schedules for children and parents mean it's easier than ever to become disconnected from each other.

walk on his hands. A skill could be writing a word in cursive, or pouring juice into a glass. Children love showing what they’ve learned and how strong they’ve become. Your glowing response will make your children feel ten feet tall and cherished!

In the thought-provoking book, The We Generation: Raising Socially Responsible Kids, author, clinician and research professor Michael Ungar discusses the great need for our children to feel noticed and loved in order to embrace “we” instead of simply “me.” He says it’s unfortunate that at times parents attempt to connect with their children by providing expensive toys and other material items, or by becoming too permissive or even overprotecting them.

2. Leave work behind. This can be challenging, but take as much family vacation time as work allows. The opportunities that spring from time away from the grind and spent relaxing with your children are GOLDEN and create memories to last a lifetime. No one at the end of their life wishes they had taken fewer vacations.

Unger urges parents not to miss the value of providing opportunities for their kids to help others, model competency, and develop a sense of "we." “Give a child a chance to connect, and she will,” says Ungar. The key to true connection is to offer opportunities for compassion. The following tips represent ways to help strengthen your family’s connection with each other. They come from ideas woven throughout Ungar’s book, from my experience as a trained professional counselor, and from what’s worked for my own family. 1. Give your children a stage to show off. Make it a habit to ask your children what they think they are good at, and then have them demonstrate. For my son, it always thrilled him to show us his ability to

3. Eat three together. Set a new rule about family meals: everybody joins at the dinner table at least three times a week. It’s not always realistic to squeeze in three weeknight dinners, so think about Saturday breakfasts, Sunday brunches, or a Wednesday late-night snack together. At our house, we have “Italian Friday Nights” where we’re often joined by a few of our children’s friends. Have you seen the research results about the many emotionally healthy benefits of eating together? Prioritize it - it’s a simple gesture that packs a profound punch. 4. Time out. Give your children your time. So often we underestimate how much our kids want to spend moments with us. If you have teens, you know what I’m talking about. It’s important to carve out family time as often as possible even if it seems like your children’s friends have surpassed you on the influence scale.

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5. Hear your children’s highs and lows. Remember to implement the classic “best & worst” exercise into each meal-time conversation. It’s easy. Ask your children to identify their best and worst daily moments. Don’t use this time to lecture if their “worst” happens to be failing an exam. Instead, open your heart and connect with the feelings they are expressing. Share in their joy! Cry with them over disappointments. If you haven’t tried this, you may be surprised at how much you’ll learn about your children’s inner lives.

elderly neighbor with gardening, join forces and you’ll see that the fruits of your labor extend far beyond an afternoon of hard work.

6. Form a team. Rally your children to help with a project. Whether it’s painting the family room, volunteering at church, organizing the garage or helping an

Connecting with your children is important. Not just for strengthening your family bond, but for helping them develop empathy and a healthy outlook.

Writer Michele Ranard is passionate about helping families live healthier lives. She is a mom to teenagers.

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7. Write love notes. Words are powerful, and are sometimes more easily expressed on paper. Fill the page with what you appreciate about your child, the potential you see in your child, and your wishes and hopes. Leave the note on his pillow, and know it will touch him deeply whether he mentions the note or not.

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We would like to remind you about how unique and wonderful living in Upper California is. The space, beauty and climate of our region’s amazing outdoor places make living here special. And the North State offers many of the services and institutions found in the metro areas south of here, without the congested traffic or crowding.

On the Cover: On the Cover:Jack e njoys the challenge of rock climbingat the new Shasta Rock Clubin Redding as family and fellow climbers cheer him on. In addition to climbing, he enjoys swimming, singing and hiphop dance. His favorite band is Maroon 5. Photography: B enjamin Goodpasture is a North State photographer specializing in weddings, portraits and outdoor adventure. He's passionate about capturing life's significant and spontaneous moments. Visit www.benjamingoodpasturephotography.com for more information.

Being immersed in the community of Upper California as a regional publication means we continually discover new resources to share with you. In putting together this Family Resource Guide issue, we have enjoyed touching bases with the hundreds of individuals, organizations and businesses that have found a home in the annual guide. This 7th edition of the Family Resource Guide is filled with resources reflecting a broad range of topics, all sharing a common goal of enriching family life. You’ll find ideas for school

field trips and family outings, learn where to go for visual arts instruction, and find information about the wide variety of museums located across the North State. The birthday party section is full of ideas for great celebrations. Other sections highlight where to go for health and education programs and services. You’ll find contacts for sports clubs and leagues, learn about the region's dance and fitness studios, and find out about the many organizations involved with healthy foods cultivation and education. For all this and much more, look for the index on page xx. Our long-time readers know that one of North State Parent’s guiding principles is, “It takes a village to raise a child.” This proverb keeps us inspired and reminds us why we work so diligently to bring you the magazine every month. In each issue we strive to present valuable information for anyone caring about the lives of children and families. Our readers include parents, teachers, social

workers, counselors, grandparents and family service providers. Together let’s continue to build a community that values ways to enrich a child’s life and make a difference to families … and that values those who support them. If you know of a resource that would be a great fit for the guide, please send your suggestions to familyresources@northstate parent.com or call (530) 926-1287.

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FOR PARENTS • FOR COMMUNITY • FOR HEALTH ANIMALS............................................... 08

For wildlife, see section Nature: Nature & Wildlife Centers Canine Assisted Reading................................8 Domestic & Farm Animals: Shelters, Rescues, Sanctuaries & Farms.......................8 Equine....................................................................9 Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy................................................9 Equine Clubs for Youth....................................9 Equine Lessons, Camps, Trail Rides & Guest Ranches............................................. 10 Equine Rescues & Sanctuaries................... 10 Spay/Neuter Programs & Clinics.............. 10

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION DESTINATIONS............................. 13 CHARTER SCHOOL DIRECTORY.............................. 19-21 CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY........................................ 22 EDUCATION...................................... 24

Co-op Preschools............................................ 24 Early Childhood Education......................... 24 Fundraising Ideas........................................... 24 Homeschooling Support & Resources......25 Homework Help & Info Websites............. 25 Learning Services & Tutoring..................... 25 School, Classroom & Teacher Support Programs.......................................... 25 Schools: Public Schools County Offices....26 Montessori & Waldorf Education............. 26 Schools: Charters............................................ 26 Schools: Private............................................... 27 Schools: Special Needs................................. 28 Schools: Colleges............................................ 28 Teaching Supplies.......................................... 28 Tours & Field Trips........................................... 28

FRUGAL FAMILIES................... 33

Also see section Healthy Food Resources: Discount Grocery Stores Children’s Low Cost/No Cost Health Insurance .......................................................... 33 Consignment Stores...................................... 33 Surplus Stores & Reconstructed Goods......33 Thrift Stores....................................................... 33

FINANCE & LEGAL.................... 34

Family Finance................................................. 34 Legal Assistance.............................................. 34

GENERAL RECREATION & PARKS................................................. 35

Aquatics: Swim Instruction, Pools, Centers & Parks................................... 35 BMX Bike Parks................................................ 35 Children’s Indoor Play Areas....................... 36 County Parks Departments........................ 36 Dog Parks........................................................... 36 Paintball & Airsoft Parks & Fields.............. 37 Skateboard Parks............................................ 37

Summer Camps & Programs ...............38-41 Theaters: Film Festivals................................. 37 Theaters: Movie............................................... 37 Theaters: Performing Arts........................... 37

HEALTH................................................... 42

Also see Healthy Foods Section Birth: Birthing Classes................................... 42 Birth: Obstetricians, Midwives & Doulas............................................................. 42 Birth: Prenatal, Postpartum & Breastfeeding Support................................. 42 Dental: Low-Cost Clinics & Resources.... 43 Dental: Pediatric Dentistry.......................... 44 Hospitals............................................................ 44 Natural Health................................................... 44 Physicians: Family Practice/ Pediatricians........................................................46 Smoking Cessation........................................ 46 Vision Therapy, Screenings & Pediatric Exams............................................... 46

HEALTHY FOOD RESOURCES...................................... 48

Community & Teaching Gardens............. 48 Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs) & Organic Produce Deliveries......................................... 49 Discount Grocery Stores with Natural Food Products....................... 49 Farmers & Growers Markets & Farm Trails.......................................................... 49 Healthy Foods Organizations, Nutrition Info & Support ............................. 50 Natural Foods Stores..................................... 51 U-Pick Farms..................................................... 51

LITERACY.............................................. 52

Early Childhood Literacy Enrichment.... 52 Public Libraries................................................ 52 Storytimes......................................................... 53

MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITES................... 54 PARENTING SUPPORT....... 56

Also see Education section & Special Needs section. County Human Services Agencies.......... 56 Domestic Violence & Abuse Advocacy.....56 Early Childhood Programs ......................... 56 Family & Community Resource Centers................................................................ 56 Foster Care & Adoption................................ 56 Grief Support.................................................... 58 Infant Massage................................................ 58 Parenting Methods & Classes.................... 58 Parenting Support Helpline....................... 59 Playgroups........................................................ 59 Single Parenting Resources........................ 60 Toy Shops: Specialty & Locally Owned................................................. 60

SAFETY.................................................... 60

Babysitting Training Courses..................... 60 Bike & Board Helmets................................... 60 Car Seat Safety................................................. 61

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CPR & First Aid Training................................ 61 Fire Safety.......................................................... 61 Product Recalls & Awareness..................... 61

SCIENCE & NATURE................ 63

Geology & Rock Hounding......................... 63 Nature & Wildlife Centers, Organizations & Rescues............................. 63 Planetariums, Observatories & Astronomy..................................................... 64 Spelunking (Caves)........................................ 64

SPECIAL NEEDS........................... 65 Upper CA resources for special needs of all types: Autism, physical disabilities, cancer, abuse/violence, diabetes, etc. Also see Schools: Special Needs in the Education section Special Needs: Cognitive & Physical....... 65 Special Needs: Domestic Violence & Abuse Advocacy / Abuse & Violence Prevention......................................................... 66 Special Needs: General Health.................. 66 Special Needs: Health: Cancer................... 66 Special Needs: Health: Diabetes............... 66 SPORTS & FITNESS................. 68 Baseball/Softball: ........................................... 68 Little League.............................................. 68 Baseball: ............................................................ 69 Specialty...................................................... 69 Training Facilities..................................... 69 Travel Ball.................................................... 69 Basketball: Open Gyms................................ 69 Basketball: Youth Teams/Leagues............ 69 Bicycling............................................................. 69 Bowling............................................................... 70 Broomball.......................................................... 70 Cheerleading.................................................... 70 Climbing Walls/Towers................................. 70 Fitness Centers, Clubs & Sports Facilities.............................................................. 70 Football............................................................... 71 Freerunning/Parkour.................................... 71 Golf: ..................................................................... 71 Courses, Resorts & Clubs...................... 71 Miniature Golf........................................... 72 Gymnastics........................................................ 72 Hiking.................................................................. 72 Hockey................................................................ 72 Kart Racing........................................................ 72 Kayaking & Rowing........................................ 72 Lacrosse.............................................................. 72 Martial Arts........................................................ 72 Pilates.................................................................. 73 Recreation Departments............................. 73 Running.............................................................. 74 Rugby for Youth............................................. 74 Skateboarding & Scootering..................... 74 Skating: Roller & Ice Facilities..................... 74 Snowsports: Parks & Programs................. 74 Soccer.................................................................. 74 Swim Teams...................................................... 74 Trampoline........................................................ 75 Volleyball........................................................... 75 Yoga..................................................................... 75 YMCAs................................................................. 75

Ziplining............................................................. 75

THE ARTS.............................................. 77

Arts Councils & Commissions.................... 77 Bellycasting....................................................... 77 Dance Programs & Studios......................... 77 Infant/Toddler Music & Movement Groups......................................... 78 Music School & Music Stores Offering Music Instruction ........................................... 78 Music Teachers Directory............................ 78 Music: Youth Orchestras, Choirs & Music Groups................................................... 78 Sewing & Needle Arts Classes................... 79 Theater Companies & Theater Groups For Youth............................................ 79 Visual Arts Instruction For Children & Teens............................................. 79

YOUTH & TEENS.......................... 81

Volunteer Opportunities for Youth & Teens................................................... 81 Youth & Teen Centers.................................... 81 Youth & Teen Programs, Clubs & Groups............................................................ 81

READ ALL ABOUT IT! 4 7 Sweet Opportunities to Show Children They Count - Intentional Ways Parents Can Connect By Michele Ranard 8 Egg Laying Hens: The Basics of Starting a Backyard Flock By Lily Jorrick 12 Tips for Kids Parties; Less Stress, More Fun! By Mj Callaway 48 Bike Kitchen Peddles Good Nutrition By Karen Goodwin & Lisa Shara 52 Six Memoirs Kids Will Love By Cindy Hudson 62 Kids Can Help Save the Honey Bees By Sarah Yale 68 Sporty Kids. 10 Ways to Play It Safer By Michele Ranard 77 We're Off to the Theatre By Mj Callaway

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ANIMALS

For wildlife, see section Nature: Nature & Wildlife Centers. • Canine Assisted Reading • Domestic & Farm Animals: Shelters, Rescues, Sanctuaries & Farms • Equine • Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy • Equine Clubs for Youth • Equine Lessons, Camps, Trail Rides & Guest Ranches • Equine Rescues & Sanctuaries • Spay/Neuter Programs & Clinics

CANINE-ASSISTED READING

Children read to canine reading companions in a stress-free environment. Helps improve reading and communication skills; especially effective for children who struggle with reading. Mt. Shasta Elementary School’s Noontime Reading Program includes canine volunteer Lola. See our article about the program online at www.northstateparent.com/ MSElementaryCanineReading. The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) Program; Redding Branch Library. Children ages 5-12 may read to registered therapy dogs from 1-3pm on

ANIMALS the third Saturday of each month, except Aug & Dec. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7253. The StoryTail Tutors Program; Chico Branch Library. Beginning, struggling or reluctant readers ages 5-11 are invited to read to certified therapy dogs on the fourth Saturday of each month at 2pm. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2726.

DOMESTIC & FARM ANIMALS: SHELTERS, RESCUES, SANCTUARIES & FARMS For horse rescues and shelters, see category Equine: Rescues & Sanctuaries in this section.

Did you know most shelters and rescues offer a variety of meaningful volunteer opportunities? Additionally, donations of food, blankets, treats, toys and financial contributions are always welcome and help the animals of rescues and shelters tremendously!

BUTTE COUNTY

Butte Humane Society/Spay & Neuter Clinic; Chico. Animal adoptions, foster program, volunteer opportunities for ages 10+, Humane Heroes education program for ages 6-12, outreach program, shelter tours & presentations for schools & youth groups. www.buttehumane.org.

Dog Adoption Center: 2579 Fair St.; Cat Adoption Center: 587 Country Dr. (530) 343-7917. Chico Cat Coalition. Cat adoptions, volunteer opportunities. No-kill, all-volunteer organization. www. chicocatcoalition.org. (530) 894-1365. Home At Last Sanctuary; Yankee Hill. Long-term sanctuary for rescued neglected/injured horses & other animals: over 70 horses, donkeys & mules, plus calves, goats, llamas, dogs & cats. Schools, groups & tours by appointment. Horse sponsorships. www.facebook.com/ HomeAtLastSanctuary. (530) 514-1439. Horse Plus Humane Society; Bangor. A rescue for horses, ponies, mules, donkeys, cows, goats, chickens & other farm animals. Animal adoptions. Schools & group tours by appointment. Open Sun-Th, 125pm. Closed Fri, Sat & rainy days. www. horsehumane.org. 1944 Robinson Mill Rd. (530) 282-5565. Paradise Animal Control/Shelter; Paradise. Animal adoptions, education program for schools & organizations, volunteer opportunities. Open Th-Sat, 11am-3pm. www.townofparadise.com/ index.php/animal-control. 925 American Way. (530) 872-6275. Two By Two Ranch & Petting Zoo; Chico. Meet friendly sheep, chickens, turkeys, llamas, chicks, Nubian & pygmy goats. Educational program, tours, pony rides & party events by appt. www.facebook.com/ twobytworanch. 13080 Hosler Ave. (530) 893-1088.

GLENN COUNTY

Farm Sanctuary; Orland. 300-acre farm is home to rescued pigs, goats, turkeys, cows & other farm animals. Education center, tours, gift shop & outdoor pavilion. Familyfriendly annual events: Celebration for the Turkeys (Nov) & Hoe Down (May). www. farmsanctuary.org/farm/ca. Next to Black Butte Lake & Rec. area, 9 mi. w. of I-5, 30 mi. w. of Chico. (530) 865-4617.

SHASTA COUNTY

Another Chance Animal Welfare League Sanctuary; Palo Cedro. Animal adoptions, foster program, educational program, volunteer opportunities. www.acawl.org. (530) 229-7833. Bella Vista Farms Animal Sanctuary; Cottonwood. Educational programs. Proceeds benefit the non-profit animal sanctuary. Any donation greatly appreciated. Call for event scheduling. (530) 347-0544. Haven Humane Society; Anderson/ Redding. Animal adoptions, foster program, educational programs for schools, youth groups & adults, volunteer opportunities, summer camp. www.havenhumane.org. 7449 Eastside Rd. (530) 241-1653. Raining Cats ‘n’ Dogs Animal Rescue; Redding. Animal adoptions, volunteer opportunities. www.rainingcatsndogs. rescuegroups.org. (530) 232-6299. Safe Haven Horse Rescue; Cottonwood. See Equine: Rescues & Sanctuaries section.

Egg Laying Hens:

By Lily Jorrick

The Basics of Starting a Backyard Flock For those curious about raising chickens, the prospect of starting a backyard flock can be daunting. However, the rewards of cultivating your own healthy, happy egg layers can far outweigh the challenges. The first step is deciding on a structure to house your chickens in. They’ll need a safe and warm environment for roosting and laying their eggs. Coops can be purchased online or in farm supply stores. Alternately, constructing your own coop can be a great money-saver for capable builders. Whichever method you choose, make sure to allow about 4 square feet of space per chicken in the coop.

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The next consideration is deciding which breeds to invest in. Hybrid birds such as the Hy-Line Brown and California White are generally the most productive egg layers. You can purchase chicks from a farm supply store or online from a mail order hatchery. While raising them takes some effort, you will be rewarded in about six months when your hens start laying. Or reap immediate rewards by buying adult hens.

Most hens lay regularly throughout the first three years of their average 4- to 8-year lifespan. This does present a difficult decision for some farmers: to keep older, non-laying hens as pets, or to cull and replace the flock. Chickens, like all animals, are a responsibility and should be taken on accordingly. All things considered, chickens are easy to manage and worthwhile, and raising them can be the perfect adventure for many backyard farmers! Helpful online resources: www.egglayingchickens.com • www.motherearthnews.com www.backyardchickens.com • www.blog.chickenwaterer.com

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ANIMALS SNIPPP - Spay & Neuter Intermountain Pets & Pet Placement; Intermountain area. Animal adoptions, foster programs, volunteer opportunities. www.snippp.org. (530) 336-6006. Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown. See Equine: Rescues & Sanctuaries section below.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Goliath Mountain Rescue; Yreka. Husky & German Shepherd dog rescue & adoptions. Foster homes & supplies always needed. www.goliathmountainrescue.us. (530) 598-0227. Humanity For Horses; Mt. Shasta. See Equine: Rescues & Sanctuaries section below. Rescue Ranch, Inc.; Yreka. Rescues & adopts dogs. Classes for canines, boarding, & volunteer opportunities. Open daily, 12-4pm. www.rrdog.org. 2216 Oberlin Rd. (530) 842-0829. Siskiyou County Animal Control Shelter; Yreka. Animal adoptions, fostering opportunities. www.facebook.com/ siskiyouac. 550 Foothill Dr. (530) 841-4028. Siskiyou Humane Society; Mt. Shasta. Animal adoptions, volunteer opportunities, 6-week training program for young pit bulls. www.siskiyouhumane.org. 1208 N. Mount Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-4052. Siskiyou Trap & Release (STAR); Mt. Shasta. Feral cat adoptions, volunteer opportunities. www.starcatprogram.org. (530) 926-6388.

TEHAMA COUNTY

P.E.T.S. (Providing Essentials For Tehama Shelter); Red Bluff. Non-profit group supporting Tehama County Animal Care Center animals by raising funds for medical care, supplies & transportation. Provides education & training for animals & their adopters, school education programs. Volunteers & support welcome. www.petstehama.org. (530) 527-8702. Second Chance Pet Rescue/Corning Animal Shelter; Corning. Pet adoptions, fostering & volunteer opportunities. 4312 Rawson Rd. (530) 824-1985. Sunshine Sanctuary For Kids & Horses; Los Molinos. See Equine: Rescues & Sanctuaries section below. Tehama County Animal Care Center; Red Buff. Animal shelter serving most of Tehama County. Volunteer opportunities. www.co.tehama.ca.us/animal-services. 1830 Walnut St. (530) 527-3439.

OTHER AREAS

Best Friends Animal Society; Kanab, UT. The nation’s largest sanctuary for abused & abandoned animals, near Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Lake Powell & the Grand Canyon. Visit 1,700 animals, many with special needs, on 3,300 acres. Popular annual family destination to volunteer. Daily tours, on-site lodging & animal sleepovers available. www.bestfriends.org. (435) 644-2001. Sanctuary One; Jacksonville, OR. Sanctuary One at Double Oak Farm is a nonprofit care farm where people, animals & the earth work together for mutual

healing. Care farms are well established in Europe. Farm tours, field trips, volunteer opportunities & animal adoptions. www.SanctuaryOne.org. (541) 899-8627.

EQUINE

Resources for learning about and becoming involved with horses. Clubs, lessons, camps, guest ranches and rescues offer opportunities to learn about horses and riding. Equine rescues and sanctuaries often offer horse sponsorships and may offer riding lessons with your sponsored horse.

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EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING & PSYCHOTHERAPY

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is a powerful and effective therapeutic approach that uses horses as a tool for emotional growth. Typically addresses a variety of needs, including trauma, abuse, ADHD, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and more. Brenda Becker, LMFT, MFC#50404. Shasta County. Serving individuals, couples, children, adolescents & families. Also offers Equine Assisted Learning for individuals, corporations/companies, & families. www.brendabecker.com. (530) 524-4963. Denise Smith, LCSW, LCS#23506. Tehama, Butte & Glenn Counties. Serving children, adolescents, adults, families & groups. Also offering equine-assisted Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). Sliding scale available. www.freewebs. com/equi-journey. (530) 354-5474. Handi-Riders; Oroville. Provides therapeutic, adaptive horseback riding for children & adults with special needs. Professional Assoc. of Therapeutic Horsemanship member & Premier Accredited Center. Serves Butte, Glenn & Tehama counties for 30+ years. www.handi-riders.org. (530) 533-5333.

EQUINE CLUBS FOR YOUTH

4H Equine Education. Youth program that offers a wide variety of equine projects including horsemanship, breeding, draft, drill, driving, English & Western, gymkhana, judging, miniature, trail riding & ponies. www.ca4h.org/Projects/SET/ EquineEducation. Butte County: (530) 538-7201. Shasta County: (530) 224-4900. Siskiyou County: (530) 842-2711. Tehama County: (530) 527-3101. United States Pony Clubs, Inc. National horsemanship program for youth to age 25. Teaches riding, mounted sports, & the care of horses & ponies. Develops responsibility, leadership & sportsmanship. Dressage, jumping & eventing. Call for information on starting a Pony Club in upper CA. www.ponyclub.org. National Office: (859) 254-7669.

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2015/2016 Family Resource Guide HealTherapy, Inc.; Yreka, Mt. Shasta & Weed. Provides comprehensive equine assisted & traditional psychotherapy for ages 5-21 (younger on a case-by-case basis). For Medi-Cal eligible children. Member of Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International. www.HealTherapyinc.com. (530) 842-3455. Kimberley Covington, LMFT, MFC#42220; Butte County. Works with individuals, couples, youth & families. www. kimcovington.com. 852 Manzanita Ct. #140. (530) 899-1412. Stable Hands; Yreka. Improves the physical, mental, emotional & social health of people living with disabilities through equine assisted activities & therapeutic riding. Hippotherapy for ages 2yrs & up. Horses Helping Heroes veterans program (free). Scholarship program avail. www. stablehands.org. (530) 842-3082. Triple Creek Ranch; Shasta & Tehama County locations. Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals of all ages with physical, emotional & mental/learning disabilities. Fosters increased confidence, patience, self-esteem & more. Also offers youth horsemanship activities. www.tcri.org. (530) 524-8426.

EQUINE LESSONS, CAMPS, TRAIL RIDES & GUEST RANCHES BUTTE COUNTY

Almond Country Farms Equestrian Center; Durham. Lesson program includes riding (Western or English) & horse care. Summer camps offered. 2304 Hutton Way. (530) 343-1558. Equestrians In Harmony; Chico & Orland. Provides classes & camps in equestrian vaulting, & English riding & jumping. No horse experience needed. Helps students become thoughtful, confident & safe equestrian athletes. www.equestriansinharmony.com. (530) 200-3944. Horse Plus Humane Society; Bangor. Offers lessons in Western riding & beginning horsemanship for all ages. www.horsehumane.org. 1944 Robinson Mill Rd. (530) 282-5565.

GLENN COUNTY

Equestrians In Harmony; Orland. Lessons in equestrian vaulting (horse provided), English riding & jumping. Summer camps. www.equestriansinharmony.com. (530) 200-3944.

SHASTA COUNTY

Nor Cal Riding Stables; Anderson. Yearround trail rides throughout Northern CA, summer horse camps, riding & horsemanship lessons for all ages (even little ones), summer camps, special occasions, Girl & Boy Scout clinics, & horse training. www.norcaltrailrides.com. (530) 515-8958.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Hermon Kidder Creek; Greenview. Offers summer Ranch Camp for beginning, intermediate & advanced horsemanship. Grades 2-12. June-Aug. www.mounthermon.org. (888) 226-7386. Rockin’ Maddy Ranch; Yreka. Lessons & trail rides for all ages. Carriage rides. rockinmaddyranch.com. (530) 340-2100.

ANIMALS Shasta Wilderness Horse Adventures; Grenada. Trail rides & riding lessons for all ages. 13625 Old Hwy 99. (530) 859-0500.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Sunshine Sanctuary; Los Molinos. Offers horsemanship riding program, youth & adult volunteer program, summer camps, toddler enrichment program & equineassisted therapeutic activities. www.sunshinesanctuary.org. 10931 Singer Ave. (530) 529-0183.

OTHER COUNTIES

Coffee Creek Ranch; Trinity Center. Guest ranch offering ranch-stay packages. Summer youth programs for ages 3-17, Trinity Alps Wilderness Area pack trips, & Ride & Dine activities (horseback riding & meal). Special events include a Mother’s Day week or weekend, Father’s Day week, a Grandparents’ weekend & two Kids weeks. www.coffeecreekranch.com. (800) 624-4480. Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch; Quincy. Guest ranch, riding lessons, camps & special events. www.greenhornranch.com. (800) 334-6939.

EQUINE RESCUES & SANCTUARIES

Equine rescues are always in great need of donations (supplies, money and services). Some offer volunteer opportunities and educational programs. Sponsoring a horse is a great way to help an equine sanctuary and to make a connection with an individual horse.

BUTTE COUNTY

Home at Last Sanctuary; Yankee Hill. Long-term sanctuary for rescued neglected/ injured horses & other animals: over 70 horses, donkeys & mules, plus calves, goats, llamas, dogs & cats. Schools, groups & tours by appointment. Horse sponsorships. www.halsanctuary.org. (530) 514-1439. Horse Plus Humane Society; Bangor. Rescues & adopts horses, ponies, mules, donkeys & other farm animals. Schools, events & volunteer programs. Visit M-Th, 12-5pm & Sun, 10am-5pm. www.horsehumane.org. 1944 Robinson Mill Rd. (530) 282-5565.

SHASTA COUNTY

Safe Haven Horse Rescue; border of Cottonwood & Anderson. Horse adoptions, foster programs, horse sponsorship program, volunteer opportunities. Field trip program, summer camps, riding lessons (for sponsored horses), birthday party packages. Open to the public Sat/ Sun 9am-3pm, during the week by appt. www.safehavenhorserescue.org. New location: 4388 West Anderson Dr. (530) 347-4941. Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown. 5,000-acre preserve dedicated to protecting & preserving America's wild horses as a living national treasure. Provides sanctuary in an ecologically balanced environment. Visitors welcome Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm for wild horse viewing, free of charge. Trail rides, horse adoptions & sponsorships. Annual open house & benefit in August. wildhorsesanctuary.org. (530) 474-5770.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Humanity for Horses; Mt. Shasta. Private sanctuary, operating as a non-profit, that rescues horses from slaughter, abuse, neglect & abandonment. Provides thoroughbreds, mustangs & other horses, plus llamas, goats & more, a loving home with life-long care. humanityforhorses.org. (530) 926-9990.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Sunshine Sanctuary For Kids & Horses; Los Molinos. Offers a variety of programs for youth in an environment where kids & critically-endangered, rescued Colonial Spanish horses learn from one another. Horsemanship & riding lessons, educational programs, volunteer & college internship opportunities. www.sunshinesanctuary.org. 10931 Singer Ave. (530) 529-0183.

SPAY/NEUTER & VACCINE PROGRAMS & CLINICS

GLENN COUNTY

Walker Street Veterinary Clinic; Orland. Offers low rates for spay/neuter procedures for dogs & cats. Also offers monthly low-cost vaccination clinics. 512 Walker St. (530) 865-3630.

SHASTA COUNTY

Another Chance Animal Welfare League Sanctuary; Palo Cedro. Offers spay/neuter vouchers through Safe in the North State to assist with payment. www.acawl.org. (530) 229-7833. Haven Humane Society Spay/Neuter Clinic; Redding. Low-cost spay & neuter program. Vaccine program for qualifying low-income families. www.havenhumane. net/spay-and-neuter-clinic.asp. 7449 Eastside Rd. (530) 241-1658.

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Butte Humane Society Spay Neuter Clinic; Chico. Low cost spay/neuter program open to anyone. 587 Country Dr. www.buttehumane.org. (530) 343-7917, ext. 2. PAWS of Chico Spay & Neuter Program; Chico. Provides assistance with the cost of spaying or neutering cats & dogs for pet owners who are struggling financially. Also provides traps on loan for feral cats for spay/neuter & release. www.chicospayneuter.org. (530) 895-2109. PAWS Mike Chestnut Spay Neuter Clinic; Oroville. Offers low-cost spay/neuter procedures & low-cost vaccines. 3557 Oro Dam Blvd. E. (530) 534-0900.

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Purr-Angels; Yreka. Feral cat program serving Siskiyou County. Provides free traps on loan & monthly spay/neuter & vaccine clinics for feral & abandoned cats by appointment, Jan-Oct. 100 Payne Ln. (530) 842-0830. To donate or volunteer: (530) 841-0717. Siskiyou Spay/Neuter Incentive Program (SNIP); Mt. Shasta. Provides financial assistance to qualifying low-income families. www.ssnip.org. Dogs: (530) 9384246; Cats: (530) 926-1196. Siskiyou Trap & Release (STAR); Mt. Shasta. Provides financial assistance to qualifying low-income families. www.ssnip.org. Dogs: (530) 938-4246; Cats: (530) 926-1196.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Second Chance Pet Rescue/Corning Animal Shelter; Corning. Dogs & cats spay/neuter co-pay voucher program for Corning residents. Discount for pit bulls. 4312 Rawson Rd. (530) 824-1985.

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BIRTHDAY PARTY FUN!

hether you want to honor your birthday boy or girl with friends and family at a party-friendly venue or whether you’re looking to book entertainment for your event, we hope this collection of ideas helps inspire a memorable celebration. These can make anniversaries, graduations and other special days a heart-felt experience too. For other imaginative ideas, also see Tours & Field Trips in the Education section. Most public pools are available for private party rentals; find pool information in the Aquatics category of the General Recreation & Parks section. ➤ Fun with Lollipop the Clown from Funny Faces in Chico. Photo by Nathan Mooney

Tips for Kids' Parties Less Stress, More Fun!

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Your child’s birthday is just around the corner and you promised a party. With all your day-today commitments, you may be wondering where to begin. These tips can help pave the way to a successful celebration: Choose an enjoyable location. A “destination” party will save wear and tear on your home. Is there a local park or exploration museum near you with a picnic area? Do you belong to a club, center or organization that allows members to invite guests or rent a designated space for a reasonable fee? Be creative – the North State offers many party options, from popular to unique, that kids will love. Plan every minute. Schedule times for each game and activity, including cake-eating and gift opening. Be flexible when needed, but having something planned for each minute of the entire party helps guarantee a more enjoyable time for everyone. Bored kids will wind up creating their own activities … preplanning helps keep young guests focused so they don’t get rowdy. Create an arrival activity. Have something for early-bird guests to do while waiting for everyone to arrive. Have them sign a memory book, decorate a party hat, or create a group mural (butcher paper and crayons works well). Take pictures of everyone with the birthday child. Know your “kid limit.” Invite only the number of kids you can handle at one time. Bring other adults on board for the big day, or consider hiring a helper. An age-appropriate adult-to-child ratio will help minimize stress and keep the focus on the fun!

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BUTTE COUNTY Athletic Horizons Gymnastics Center (530) 893-4967. athletichorizons.com. 415 Otterson Dr. Ste. 70, Chico.

Your party participants will have a “bouncing good time” enjoying a variety of energetic games & activities facilitated by a trained gymnastics instructor. An obstacle course, trampolines, in-ground foam pit, music, tables & chairs provided.

Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Foundation (530) 533-1000. kirshner.org. 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd., Oroville.

Lions & tigers & bears, oh my! Enjoy a truly educational & memorable wildlife party that includes a private tour of the sanctuary by a wildlife educator, a “reptile encounter” with an animal ambassador, & private use of a shaded picnic area for 3 hours. Children will meet a remarkable variety of non-releasable endangered & exotic animals, including leopards, servals, owls, foxes, lemurs, snakes, lions, tigers & bears.

Bill's Wonder Show (530) 533-1290. billswondershow.com. Serving Butte County & beyond.

Have your camera ready ... magician Bill Jackson offers party packages sure to delight. The "Tots" program is full of colorful surprises & a white rabbit appearance. All parties include hilarious audience participation & a Magical Activity handout to take home. In the "Foolers You Can Do" teach-a-trick show guests learn tricks of their own. Bill can also teach a more serious class on the art of magic to a small group.

Book Family Farm (530) 342-4375. bookfamilyfarm.net. 153 Heavy Horse Lane, Durham.

Plan for a fun & interactive farm-themed birthday party for your child & his or her guests. Children will take a farm tour, meet animals, & enjoy time in the farm’s picnic & play area.

Bricks 4 Kidz (530) 332-9172. bricks4kidz.com/california-chico. 510 Walnut St., Chico.

Looking for something fun & different to do for your child’s birthday? Choose from unique party packages that create an extraordinary party atmosphere where kids build unique creations, play games & have loads of fun using LEGO® bricks.

Chico All Fired Up (530) 894-5227. allfiredupchico.org. 830 Broadway, Chico.

Host a creative party for all ages. Guests will choose from array of materials & paint their own pottery. Includes studio time, instruction, materials & firing (guests will pick up their creations after the party). Offers an area for cake-eating.

Chico Bullpen Baseball Academy (530) 230-2100. chicobullpenba.com. 1070 Marauder St. Ste. 120, Chico.

Offers baseball-themed parties that are loads of fun for all ages & leave parents free to enjoy themselves too. Includes setup, 3 reserved batting cages, 2 reserved tee stations, supervised group games, cups, plates, napkins, forks & clean-up.

Chico Creek Nature Center (530) 891-4671. www.ccnaturecenter.org. 1968 East 8th St., Chico.

Offers naturalist-led fun parties for young children. Choose from three fun themes: Feathered Friends, Little Sprouts, or Snakes. Guests will enjoy meeting animals, making a cool craft, & taking a themed nature walk in Bidwell Park. Picnic tables in beautiful shaded area are available for use.

Chico Rock Stars (530) 809-4932. chicorockstars.com. New location: 1382 Longfellow Ave., Chico.

Want to throw your music lover a music-themed birthday party? Chico Rock Stars can provide the space, entertainment, musical instruments & fun. Have your party at their site or they'll come to you. Options such as music instruction & karaoke are available a la carte, or get "The Rockstar Treatment" with all details handled.

Enchantment Children’s Parties (530) 774-4232. enchantmentchildrensparties. com. Based in Paradise, serving Upper California.

Professional actors portray a range of characters including princesses, fairies & superheroes. Pick one or more to visit your location to enchant your guests with singing, games, face painting & more.

Funland & Cal Skate Chico (530) 343-1601 funlandchico.com. 2465 Carmichael Dr., Chico.

Offers party packages for kids of all ages, complete with a party room, decorations & a party specialist to ensure a great time. Options include roller skating, miniature golf, batting cages, arcade time, a glow/black light theme, bounce house, treat bags, Round Table pizza, Baskin Robbins ice cream cake & more.

Funny Faces (530) 570-0199. funnyfaceschico.com.

Invite Lollipop the Clown to your next party or special event. She loves entertaining guests with her skills of balloon tying & artistic face-painting. Experienced in making parties a memorable experience, Funny Faces also offers wet & dry bounce house rentals.

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Gateway Science Museum (530) 898-4121. csuchico.edu/gateway. 625 Esplanade, Chico.

Gateway parties include a docent to guide your group through the gallery exhibits, a hands-on activity in the Investigation Station & a small gift bag for each child. Parties are welcome to use tables in the back garden or amphitheater.

In Motion Fitness (530) 343-5678. inmotionfitness.com. 1293 East 1st Ave., Chico.

Children of all ages will enjoy a Splish-Splash Pool Party, offered year-round, complete with a chaperone, certified lifeguard & reserved party area with tables & chairs. Add-ons include face painting, balloon art, a yoga or Zumba class & sno-cone or popcorn machine.

KidsPark (530) 894-6800. kidspark.com. 2477 Forest Ave. Ste. 190, Chico.

A personal party hostess will help plan & coordinate your private party … and clean up! Parties available for ages 2 to 12 & include face painting, an art project, group games, paper plates, napkins, forks & juice, a party favor for each guest & a special gift for the birthday boy or girl. Food options available.

Kinetics Academy of Dance (530) 345-2505. kineticsacademyofdance.com. 627 Broadway Ste. 100, Chico.

Kinetics offers fun 2-hour themed dance parties for ages 3 & up. Choose an Enchanted Fairy Party (guests make & take home wings), a Little Ladies Fancy Tea Party (guests make & take home hats), or a hip-hop themed party. Includes a decorated party room, dance lesson, craft, fancy tea table with real china, & class coupons for guests, all facilitated by a party hostess.

Off the Wall Soccer Chico Sports Arena (530) 879-0894. offthewallsoccer.com. 1090 East 20th Ave., Chico.

Active partygoers will enjoy a sporty party where guests can play soccer, t-ball or flag football. Choose from basic or deluxe party packages.

Oroville YMCA (530) 533-9622. tinyurl.com/OrovilleYMCA. 1684 Robinson St., Oroville.

The Y offers unique options for celebrating: rent the entire facility or just the pool area. It’s a fun-filled environment & the heated indoor-outdoor pool offers a great year-round pool-party option!

Powell’s Sweet Shoppe Chico (530) 332-9866. powellsss.com. 121 3rd St., Chico.

For a unique & sweet birthday experience, Powell’s offers themed Scavenger Hunt maps where the lucky boy or girl searches the store for 34 different candy treats to take home. Book a group party in their dedicated party room, or add sweet fun to your birthday celebration with a candy buffet or centerpiece. There’s something for all party sizes & budgets.

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Choose from three Rockstar recording studio party packages that each include custom invitations, rockstar dress-up & photo shoot, a studio Q&A tour & CD recording, a birthday banner, drinks, & snacks. Add-ons include cake, a DVD recording of the studio experience, a CD of photos taken, & a 2-hour limo party!

String Bead (530) 894-2323. stringbead.com. 2201 Pillsbury Rd. Ste. 142, Chico.

Three party options offer guests an opportunity for imaginations to soar while having fun getting creative with beads! Guests can make a necklace & bracelet to take home, or choose from an array of available classes for personalized group instruction. An especially great experience for older children & teens.

Surplus City’s Combat Zone Paintball Park (530) 534-9956. combatzonepaintball.com. 4444 Pacific Heights Rd., Oroville.

Caters to groups of all sizes & ages. Kids packages for ages 7-12 (parents can play too) include 2 hours of play with unlimited paint in a separate kids’ area. All group packages happen rain or shine. BBQ grill available for use. Add-on Round Table pizza available.

TNT Athletic Performance 530) 893-1088. facebook.com/twobytworanch. 13080 Hosler Ave., Chico.

Have a party at the ranch, or let the ranch come to your location with its mobile petting zoo or ponies to ride. Guests at the ranch will take a farm animal tour where children will meet friendly sheep, Nubian & pygmy goats, turkeys, llamas, chickens & others. Pony rides are available, & a shade picnic area is available for use.

Two by Two Ranch & Petting Zoo (530) 893-1088. facebook.com/twobytworanch. 13080 Hosler Ave., Chico.

Water Sprites Swim School (530) 342-2999. chicowatersprites.com. 2280 Ivy St. Suite 110, Chico.

Pool parties include exclusive access to the entire facility, including all toys & equipment, plus supervision & setup help from helpful staff.

GLENN COUNTY Equestrians in Harmony (530) 200-3944. equestriansinharmony.com. 3995 County Rd. S, Orland.

Make wonderful memories horsing around while celebrating someone special with a horse vaulting party. Choose from a variety of party options for a customized experience. Each party package includes an introduction & safety briefing, a warm-up activity, horse & barrel activities with an experienced trainer, & more. Optional add-ons include horse painting & a themed party (horse & staff will dress up).

Orland Bowl Bowling Alley (530) 865-4313. tinyurl.com/OrlandBowl. 507 Monterey St., Orland.

Offers two birthday packages for a fun-filled bowling party! Includes bowling time, drinks & a scoop of ice cream per partygoer. The guest of honor takes home a commemorative bowling pin guests can sign.

JACKSON COUNTY, OR ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum (541) 482-6767. scienceworksmuseum.org. 1500 E Main St., Ashland, Oregon.

Birthday Parties (Fri−Sun) include admission to ScienceWorks, use of a private celebration room for 2 hours, party invitations, a science activity & party favors. Guests are free to explore & enjoy ScienceWorks as long as they like!

SHASTA COUNTY All Fired Up Redding (530) 226-1638. reddingallfiredup.com. 818 Churn Creek Rd., Redding.

Birthday packages include 2 hours of studio time, with a wide selection of pottery pieces for guests to choose from to paint. Includes helpful assistance & instruction during the creative process, & kiln firing of guests’ creations.

Angelo’s Pizza (530) 246-9200. angelospizzaredding.com. 1774 California St., Redding.

With three party rooms available, you’ll be able to feed your guests tasty pizza & treats while they enjoy arcade games & an on-site mechanical horse.

Adventure Recreations Center (530) 365-2235. adventurerecreationllc.com. 2250 Barney Rd., Anderson.

Have a party with jumping, climbing, flipping & fun! A coach leads activities, including an obstacle course & parachute games. Guests enjoy a party room & open gym, & take home a sticker & bracelet. Parents bring food – there’s even room for a piñata!

Build It Redding (530) 638-3464. builditredding.com. 925 Merchant St. Ste. 2, Redding.

Does your child love technology? With three outstanding party packages to choose from, children will enjoy a party of unforgettable educational fun! Ages 5 & up will enjoy themes like Lego Robotics, Minecraft, or a 3D-Printing Jewelry Party.

California Dance Company (530) 365-7749. californiadancecompany.com. 2150 Marx Way, Anderson.

Fun-filled customizable party themes are offered for children of all ages, from a dancing diva’s Princess Party to an Xtreme Boy’s Hip-Hop party, or a party for tweens to learn new dance moves. Flexible options encourage your creativity! A staff member will teach dances, lead dance games, & help with all the party details & activities to make sure guests have the best time ever.

Chuck E. Cheese (530) 223-0433. chuckecheese.com. 910 Hilltop Dr., Redding.

Several new “Star” party options all include a dedicated party table & personal party host or hostess. Guests will enjoy games, pizza, drinks, a birthday show with Chuck E. Cheese himself honoring the birthday star, & much more.

Fantasy Fountain (530) 225-4095. facebook.com/ fantasyfountainredding. Enterprise Community Park, 4300 Victor Ave., Redding.

Beat the heat by planning a summer party where your guests will have a blast getting wet under the erupting fountain & playing with other fun water features. Kids’ Kingdom play area is nearby. Reserve a space at the nearby shaded Enterprise Pavilion.

Galaxy Gymnastics (530) 222-4496. galaxygymnasticsacademy.com. 910 Wall St., Redding.

Galaxy Gymnastics knows how to put the spark in a party experience with supervised games & activities in a 12,000 sq. ft. padded floor area, plus a party room. Guests can use the tumble track, jump into foam pits, bounce on trampolines, & use other gymnastics equipment. Includes ice cream & goodie bag for each guest. Great fun for all ages!

Grace Place Tea House & Gift Boutique (530) 232-5543. graceplaceteahouse.org. 1448 Pine St., Downtown Redding.

This charming tea house is a delightful party destination. Rent the facility for your party or other celebratory event & choose from a customizable menu of teas, coffees, pastries & homemade delectables. Perfect for a children's story hour or tea party. All proceeds benefit Compass ShiningCare, providing assistance to elderly and disabled individuals & their families.

Horsin’ Around (916)770-7566. horsinaround.biz. Cottonwood.

Offers a 3-hour birthday experience complete with riding, grooming & decorating the horses, & a fun tour of the farm. Parents are welcome to bring food, drink & decorations for the special day.

NorCal Elite Gymnastics (530) 515-8086. norcalelitegymnastics.com. 4425 Tenaya Court, Redding.

Guests will experience a tumbling-good time with a 50-ft tumble trampoline & pit, obstacle course, fun games, exclusive party area & bounce house.

NorCal Trail Rides (530) 515-8958. nocaltrailrides.com. 21260 Hawes Rd., Anderson.

A wonderful venue for adults & children to celebrate their special day. Party reservations include 3 horses & 3 instructors who help guests learn to groom, saddle & ride.

Oasis Fun Center (530) 275-3042. oasisfuncenter.com. 3330 Cascade Blvd., Shasta Lake.

Your birthday boy or girl will enjoy an indoor or outdoor party experience & 2-5 fun activities: 18-hole miniature golf, go karts on an 800-ft. race track, an agility-testing laser maze, laser tag in a 3000 sq. ft. arena, & a bumper boat pond. Add-on options include Pizza Factory pizza & drinks.

Player's Pizza & Sports (530) 365-5473. andersonplayerspizza.com. 2305 Balls Ferry Road, Anderson.

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BIRTHDAY PARTY FUN! Rare Air Trampoline Park (530) 221-1206. rareairpark.com. 3625 Old 44 Dr., Redding.

For an active party that tots through teens will love, book jumping fun in 10,000 sq. feet of trampoline space. Packages offered for any day of the week & any size party. Includes party room, napkins, plates, drinks, setup & cleanup. Add-ons like Shasta Pizza Company pizza, extra jump time & party favor goodie-bags are available.

Redding Balloons & CC Entertainment (530) 244-4448. reddingballoons.com. 1647 Hartnell Ave. Ste. 12, Redding.

Choose from a list of over 100 live characters to entertain your party with games & prizes, balloon twisting, or face painting. Includes a special gift for the birthday queen or king. Upgrade to a themed party with table & room décor, plus cake pops, goodie bags, a bounce house, music & more. Party rooms available or they will come to you.

Redding Paintball (530) 945-2880. reddingpaintball.com. 19000 Spring Gulch Rd., Anderson.

Whether big or small, young or old, Redding Paintball offers a fun & exciting birthday experience! Various packages are available to cater to any party size & come complete with all necessary gear & amenities.

Redding Aquatic Center (530) 245-7247. reddingaquaticcenter.com. 44 Quartz Hill Rd., Redding.

This all-ages swim facility offers party packages that make party planning easy & fun. “Little Splash,”“Big Splash” & “Preschool Splash” packages include a party assistant, a visit from a party mascot, a birthday announcement, picnic tables in a shaded party area, juice & cups, cleanup … & of course water fun, with life jackets available for all guests.

Redding Aquatic Center (530) 245-7247. reddingaquaticcenter.com. 44 Quartz Hill Rd., Redding.

Reptile Parties (530) 226-5329. facebook.com/ reddingreptileparties.

Reptile Parties will bring 20 different snakes, lizards & tortoises from all around the world to your event. Each reptile is introduced individually as children learn interesting facts about each one. They are all safe & children can feel their scaly skins. The show lasts about an hour & is followed by a picture-taking session. Give your child or grandchild a party they won’t forget!

Shasta Rock Club (530) 567-4086. shastarockclub.com. 1835 Keystone Court, Redding.

Redding’s only indoor rock-climbing gym hosts a birthday experience full of fun & laughter for ages 5 & up. Experienced staff lead guests in energetic activities & games, guiding them through challenges & accomplishments. Packages include 2 hours of supervised rock climbing & table reservations.

Sun Oaks Tennis & Fitness (530) 221-4405. sunoaks.com. 3452 Argyle Rd., Redding.

Have your next birthday party or event at Sun Oaks! Year-round customized parties for all ages can include swimming, basketball, volleyball, a Zumba class, & other creative options. Bring food or purchase on site. Parties include a party supervisor, lifeguard, tables & chairs, & use of a BBQ.

Sweetspot (530) 226-8086. facebook.com/ sweetspot.redding. 1675 Hilltop Dr., Ste. P, Redding.

Choose from 3 sweet birthday packages at this special dessert shop to create a memorable birthday experience for any age. All packages include use of kids’ room with chalkboard wall, cupcake decorating & gelato for each guest, & a jumbo cupcake for the birthday boy or girl. Additional options include cookiedecorating or make-your-own pizza & drinks

The Redding Arts Project (530) 241-6649. thereddingartsproject.com. 1726 Market St., Redding.

Offers a delightful ballerina-themed birthday party that includes include a private ballet class, craft project, dress-up & more.

The Redding Arts Project (530) 241-6649. thereddingartsproject.com. 1726 Market St., Redding

Offers a delightful ballerina-themed birthday party package that includes a private ballet class, craft project, dress-up fun, & more.

Turtle Bay Exploration Park (530) 242-3180. turtlebay.org. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr., Redding.

Offers a delightful ballerina-themed birthday party package that includes a private ballet class, craft project, dress-up fun, & more.

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US Airsoft World (530) 365-1000. usairsoft.com. 4506 Panorama Point Rd., Anderson.

Ages 10 & up can enjoy an exciting party on 10 acres of dedicated Airsoft space. Guests will play a variety of game scenarios, all supervised by US Airsoft referees. Shaded picnic tables & concessions are available. Book your party to play during regular open hours, or rent the facility for a private event.

Viking Skate Country (530) 246-3901. vikingskatecountry.com. 737 Auditorium Dr., Redding.

Offers a variety of party packages that include a dedicated party room, roller-skating fun & a friendly DJ to play your favorite music & lead skating games. Add-ons available to create a custom birthday event.

Waterworks Park (530) 246-9550. waterworkspark.com. 151 N. Boulder Dr., Redding.

Offers party packages held in an shaded birthday party area with a personal party planner. Discounted food & drink rates (bring the cake). Options include tube rentals, pizza & ice cream.

YourArt Studio (530) 605-0430. yourartclub.org. 660 Azalea Ave. Ste. B, Redding.

Looking for a fun & different way to celebrate your child's special day? YourArt Studio offers two fun-filled birthday party packages: “Mini-Me Artists” & “Little Picasso's.” Both include a 1-hour art lesson in a theme of your choice, time to enjoy cake & presents in the studio, & a special keepsake frame for the birthday boy or girl. “Little Picasso's” also enjoy a craft game.

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Offers creative parties for up to 10 guests. All ages are welcome - many themes are available & can be customized to make the day extra special. Options include craft time facilitated by an art instructor, party decorations, games & music. The birthday child can even create invitations & thank you cards at the shop to send out before & after the party!

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Bella Art Works & Ice Cream Parlor (530) 842-5411. facebook.com/ BellaArtWorksGlassStudio. 117 W. Miner St., Yreka.

Book an exclusive party or join the fun during public hours. Guests of all ages focus on creativity by painting pottery, choosing from a range of glazes & pottery options. Treat your partygoers to a scoop of BJ’s OldFashioned Ice Cream to sweeten the experience.

Cedar Lanes Bowling Alley (530) 938-3278. cedarlanesweed.com. 137 Main St., Weed.

Offers party packages for a fun experience all ages will enjoy. All packages include a bowling pin guests can sign for the birthday boy or girl. Partygoers have access to bowling fun, arcade games, karaoke, a horseshoe pit & more. Gutter bumpers available for young bowlers!

Clay Dance Studios (530) 220-4356. claydancestudio.com.

Mt. Shasta area; will travel. Creative customized art parties for children, teens & adults. Led by professional artist Noam Zimin, internationally known potter, teacher & dreamer.

Mountain Fitness South (530) 926-3589. mtshastapt.com. 1630 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mt Shasta

Offers a pool-party package on weekends at their indoor pool for ages 8 & up. Party room available, bring snacks & cake!

River Dancers, River & Kayak Adventures (800) 926-3223. riverdancers.com. 705 Kenneth Way, Mt. Shasta.

Add whitewater thrills for a unique birthday celebration. Customize your trip for a day outing or multiple-day camps. Trained guides help guests discover new ways to enjoy the environment & learn new skills on the river. Includes swimming, water-play, learning about wildlife, seasonal berry picking & a snack or meals.

Say Cheese! Pizza (530) 926-2821. saycheesepizza.net. 201 Maple St., Mt. Shasta.

Offers a party room, large game room & arcade, air hockey & pool tables, plus tasty pizza, salad bar, sandwiches & drinks.

Shasta Mountain Guides (530) 926-3117. shastaguides.com. Based in Mt. Shasta.

Older kids & teens will enjoy an ultimate outdoor birthday experience with options for rock climbing, mountain climbing, or other customizable trips. Professional guides make the experience memorable and fun.

Siskiyou Ice Rink (530) 926-1715. siskiyourink.org. 800 Rockfellow Dr., Mt Shasta.

Tots to teens will enjoy a one-of-a-kind party experience on ice. Rent the entire outdoor rink for an exclusive party or get a group discount during public skate times. Includes skate rentals & rink-side picnic table reservations. Available seasonally late Nov−Jan.

Shasta Valley Balloons (530) 926-3612. hot-airballoons.com. 5304 Dunsmuir Ave., Dunsmuir.

Reserve a private ride in a hot air balloon! Float over the stunning Shasta River Valley for a beautiful birthday experience, complete with an open-air brunch.

Wild Waters Fly Fishing (877) 934-7466. wildwatersflyfishing.com. 1512 Holiday Lane, Mt. Shasta.

Customize a unique birthday fishing adventure with a guide for an unforgettable birthday experience.

TEHAMA COUNTY Knicks Family Fun Zone (530) 528-9663. www.facebook.com/ KnicksFamilyFunZone. 830 Main St., Red Bluff.

Indoor play place for children & their parents. Over 35 arcade games, air hockey, pool tables, basketball-skill games, & special toddler play area. Serves family-style pizza & other food & drinks. Designated party room & 3 different party packages to fit all budgets.

Lariat Bowl (530) 527-2720. lariatbowl.com. 365 S. Main St., Red Bluff.

Offers several party packages to create a unique & fun-filled birthday experience, complete with bowling, miniature golf, arcade fun & a laser light show!

Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre (530) 255-4180. redbluffperformingartscentre.com. 1325 Vista Way, Ste. A, Red Bluff.

Rent the beautiful 2000 sq ft. dance studio for your party. The center offers options that include themed decorations, guest appearances from your child’s favorite character, crafts, a dance lesson & more. It’s a great opportunity to create a special customized event.

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Anderson, CA. (530) 378-5228 www.tinyurl.com/DLChildgarden DSM Ages: 1-10 yrs • Times: 24/7, by contract Former preschool director/teacher provides a safe, nurturing and opportunity-rich learning environment where each child grows to his/her fullest potential in a country setting with lots and lots of love. Lic # 455405342

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Chico Montessori Children's House 814 Glenn St. • (530) 342-5518 www.chicomontessori.com S Ages: 2.9-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 8:30am-4pm or 5:30pm 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

Innovative Preschool

2404 Marigold Ave. • (530) 343-2028 www.innovativepreschool.com DSM Ages: 2 yr, 9 months - 5 yrs Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm An integrated preschool program serving typically developing children and children with special needs. Our unique structure emphasizes socialemotional learning through play. Lic# 045403526

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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

Little Sprouts Preschool

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, sign language and fun! Lic# 045405784

Parkside Preschool & Daycare

1885 E. 8th St. • (530) 893-5139 www.parksidedaycare.com DSM Ages: Infant-8 yrs • Times: M-F, 6am-6pm Come Discover with US! We offer 4 preschool classes including a “Junior Kindergarten” with credentialed teacher, yoga, gymnastics, gardening, park walks, Spanish, Zoo Phonics®, award- winning Kindermusik program, and PLAY! Call to arrange a visit. Lic# 045405614

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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

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9087 Deschutes Rd. • (530) 547-3267 S Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am- 3:30pm & extended care also offered until 5:30pm. www.junctionesd.net We prepare your child for a love of learning and making new friends in our fully-equipped school setting. Pre-academics will be offered as well as helping children gain a better understanding of the world around them. Lic# 455404720

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Columbia's Lion Cubs Preschool

10142 Old Oregon Trail • (530) 223-4070 x315 SM Ages: 2-6 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm NOW ACCEPTING 2 YEAR OLDS who are in the process of being potty trained! 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

Early Foundations Children’s Academy

1755 Airpark Dr. • (530) 243-7883 DSM Ages: 6 wks-Pre-K Times: M-F, 6:30am-6pm www.earlyfoundationsca.com Our environment allows children and staff to build a foundation that develops the whole child. Through our education programs, children have opportunities for choice, experimentation, creativity and problem solving. Our curriculum

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independent learners through purposeful play. We provide engaging hands-on activities that facilitate all aspects of development. Lic # 455405949/451373317

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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

Kids and Me Preschool

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# 455406084

Learning in Motion Preschool and Enrichment Center

2174 Pine St.• (530) 246-1842 www.learninginmotioncenter.com DS Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm We provide a fun and safe enviroment that inspires young children to learn, stimulates sensory/motor development, and builds self-esteem. Lic# 455405925

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

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

Redding Cooperative Preschool

658 Mary St. • (530) 241-4355 www.reddingcooppreschool.org S Ages: 2.9-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 9am-noon The Redding Co-op Preschool fosters an environment that encourages children to develop at their own pace through guided play with both teacher and parent supported hands-on exploration. Family involvement promotes strong community and a foundation for future involvement in our children's education. Lic# 455401222

Secret Garden

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

West Redding Preschool

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

YMCA Collaborative Preschools

(530) 246-9622 • www.sfymca.org • Ages: 2-5 yrs Now 3 School-site locations: Manzanita • 1240 Manzanita Hills Ave., Redding S Lic #455406288 North Cottonwood • 19920 Gas Point Rd., Cottonwood S Lic # Pending North Cow Creek • 10619 Swede Creek Rd., Palo Cedro S Lic # Pending 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 school-year options. Site offerings vary, call for more information.

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EDUCATION • Co-op Preschools • Early Childhood Education • Fundraising Ideas • Homeschooling Support & Resources • Homework Help & Info Websites • Learning Services & Tutoring • School, Classroom & Teacher Support Programs • Schools: County Offices for Public Schools • Montessori & Waldorf Education • Schools: Charters • Schools: Private • Schools: Special Needs • Schools: Colleges • Teaching Supplies • Tours & Field Trips

CO-OP PRESCHOOLS

Co-op preschools are unique in that parental involvement means a high adult-to-student ratio while helping to keep staffing and enrollment expenses low.

BUTTE COUNTY

Paradise Preschool Parent Co-op; Paradise. Nonprofit cooperative preschool celebrating 60+ years. Provides kindergarten readiness & early learning programs for ages 2-5. 6722 Clark Rd. www.paradisepreschool.com. (530) 877-8155.

SHASTA COUNTY

Redding Cooperative Preschool. Since 1956. Ages 2 yrs 9 mos to 5. Nonprofit parentmanaged preschool is operated by a certified early childhood teacher-director. Parent to child ratio is a minimum of 1 adult to 4 children. www.reddingcooppreschool.org. 658 Mary St. (530) 241-4355.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Head Start. National school readiness program that emphasizes the role of parents as their child’s first & most important teachers. Provides families opportunities for education, parenting support & resources. Selected

EDUCATION centers offer childcare programs. To find a local Head Start program use the Head Start Locator at http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/ HeadStartOffices, call (866) 763-6481, or contact these local offices: NCCDI Tehama County Head Start: 220 Sycamore St. Ste. 200, Red Bluff. www.nccdi.com. (530) 529-1500 or (1-877) 224-7772. Shasta Head Start, Inc.: 375 Lake Blvd. Ste. 100, Redding. www.shskids.org. (530) 241-1036. Siskiyou Early Head Start: 1 Child’s Way, Yreka. www.siskiyoucoe.net/domain/60. (530) 842-8493.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Childcare Referral & Education (Shasta COE); Red Bluff. Antelope Blvd. #34. www.shastacoe.org. (530) 529-3131.

FUNDRAISING IDEAS Applebee's; Chico, Redding & Oroville. There are two amazing opportunities for fundraising at Applebee’s. At Saturday morning "Flapjack Fundraiser" events school groups & organizations can earn money while helping serve breakfast. Wednesday evening "Meet Us At Applebees" fundraisers earn schools & groups 15% of each meal’s total when guests present a voucher when paying for their meal. For more information: Chico: 2030 Business Lane. (530) 343-6888. Oroville: 2160 Feather River Blvd. (530) 534-4500. Redding: 1801 Hilltop Dr. (530) 221-1888. Barnes & Noble Fundraisers. Offers in-store & off-site fundraising opportunities for schools & nonprofit groups. Chico: 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy. (530) 894-1494. Redding: 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 222-2006. Cal Java; Chico. Offers coffee fundraising opportunities for schools. Schools buy coffee by the pound at a discount to resell at their own designated price. For information email Kelly at kellylhuber@gmail.com. 216 W. East Ave. Ste. B location. (530) 891-8935. ChicoBag’s Fundraising Program. Offers a unique & healthy alternative to traditional

fundraising methods. Schools can sell highquality reusable bags to the community. www.chicobag.com/fundraising. (530) 717-2155. Chico Furniture Direct fundraisers. Offers schools fundraisers through sales of items. www.chicofurniture.com. 629 Entler Ave. #1. (530) 965-3935. Chili's; Chico. Offers “The Give Back Night” program is a way to be involved in the community & to support nonprofit organizations & schools. Call to set up a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday fundraiser that will give 15% of a meal’s total to your school when guests present a voucher with their payment. www.qdi.com/chilis/chilis.htm. 1908 E. 20th St. (530) 345-1687. Chuck E. Cheese; Redding. Hosts fundraising events with a 15% donation to qualifying schools and nonprofit organizations. www.chuckecheese.com/events/fundraising. 910 Hilltop Dr. (530) 223-0433. Jamba Juice; Redding. Offers a fundraising card program to organizations and schools. Supporters buy individual cards for $10 that entitles them to six “buy one, get one free” smoothie purchases at North State Jamba Juice establishments, while earning the organization 50% of each card sold within a 2-week period. To learn more contact Jake at (530) 243-1736. Klean Kanteen Co-Brand Program. Based in Chico, Kleen Kanteen offers high-quality stainless steel bottles that can be customized with your school or company logo, then sold for fundraising. A healthy alternative to plastic & aluminum bottles, Klean Kanteen products are BPA-free. Find out more at www.kleankanteen.com.

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MATHCOUNTS Foundation Solve-A-Thon. Unique fundraising opportunity for schools; 100% of money earned goes to mathematics education in the student’s school & local community. Info online: www.solveathon.mathcounts.org. Mom's Restaurant in Chico at 209 Salem St. offers a month-long fundraising opportunity for schools. By ordering the “3 + 2 + 2” breakfast, $2 from each order goes to the school of the month. For information visit www.momschico.com/community or contact Kristina at (530)342-7561. Round Table Pizza Fundraiser Nights; all locations. Call your local Round Table to schedule a school or group fundraiser with yummy pizza. Locations offer a variety of fundraisers including Slice Sales, Pizza Fun Night, or Community Value Fundraiser Cards. Choose the fundraiser that fits your school's needs. Check website for local contact info: www.roundtablepizza.com/rtp/faqs.asp. SilverGraphics. Online art-based fundraising company turns children’s individual art work into unique & personal custom gifts. A beautiful tile wall project at Mt. Shasta Elementary School is the result of a successful fundraiser that features SilverGraphics tiles created from student artwork. www.silvergraphics.com. (866) 366-5700. Starlight Productions. Based in Mt. Shasta. Offers a wide range of promotional products that can be purchased to resell to raise funds while simultaneously getting the word out about your school or organization. Visit www.starlightpromo.com to see what's offered. (530) 918-9480.

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EDUCATION HOMESCHOOLING SUPPORT & RESOURCES

Also see Schools: Charters in this section or contact your local school district or county education office to find out about specific homeschooling programs in your area.

Bricks 4 Kidz; Chico. Offers a weekly themed science class for homeschoolers, and can customize a curriculum for homeschool groups of 10 or more students. www.bricks4kidz.com/california-chico. 510 Walnut St. (530) 332-9172. California Homeschool Network (CHN). Statewide grassroots organization supporting homeschool families. www.californiahomeschool.net. (800) 327-5339. Chico Homeschoolers. All-inclusive homeschooling support network for Chico & surrounding areas. Meets weekly for park day, shared activities, information & support. Offers Facebook group. Everyone welcome. Free. www.facebook.com/groups/ ButteHomeSchoolers. Chilton’s Quilting & Sewing School; Shasta Lake. Offers quilting & sewing classes for all ages, in small groups or one-on-one. Specializes in classes for homeschoolers. www.chiltonsquilting.com. Contact by email: chiltonsquilting@gmail.com. Hands-on Gardening Classes for Homeschoolers; Chico. From the Ground Up Farms, Inc., invites homeschoolers of all ages & from any location to come learn to plant, harvest & grow healthy organic foods. Takes place year-round (weather permitting) each Friday in an educational community garden located at 1125 Kentfield Rd. Lessons run 1-2 hours beginning 10:30am. For info call: (530) 513-7638. www.fromthegroundupfarms.org. Homeschool Association of California (HSC). Supports & promotes the entire spectrum of homeschooling. www.hsc.org. Redding Homeschool Network. A free volunteer support group for Redding area homeschooling families. Weekly park days, shared activities, resources & info. Those thinking about homeschooling are welcome. (530) 347-5240 or e-mail erin@stillmarried.net.

HOMEWORK HELP & INFO WEBSITES

Some of our favorite online homework resources for youth.

Carnegie Library. Free wonderful homework help site for grades K-12 in over 60 subjects. Has pages for teachers & parents too. www. carnegielibrary.org/kids/bigkids/homework. How Stuff Works. Great site with info, quizzes, quality videos & answers to questions on a vast variety of topics. www.howstuffworks.com. Khan Academy. An exciting free personalized learning resource for all ages that offers practice exercises, instructional videos & personalized dashboard. Learners study at their own pace. Topics include math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics & more. "Math missions" guide learners from kindergarten to calculus using state-of-the-art, adaptive technology that identifies strengths & learning gaps. Khan partners with institutions like NASA, The Museum of Modern Art, The California Academy of Sciences, and MIT to offer specialized content. www.khanacademy.org.

Kid Info. Provides students, teachers & parents links to quality educational websites, videos & presentations for pre-K–grade 12. Includes links to challenging & fun educational game websites. www.kidinfo.com. Shasta Public Library Live Online Homework Help. The Brainfuse program offers live online tutoring daily, 1-10pm. Login with your Shasta Co. library card number (available to all) at http://rdg.shasta.ca.brainfuse.com.

LEARNING SERVICES & TUTORING

One-on-one tutoring can make a significant impact on the progress of a learner. By selecting a teaching method that best suits an individual student's strengths and weaknesses, a private tutor can teach at the ideal pace in a supportive, distraction-free environment. Also see Literacy section.

BUTTE COUNTY

Community Action Volunteers in Education (CAVE); Chico. All ages. The CAVE tutoring program provides free tutoring services on all subjects year-round by CSU, Chico student volunteers. www.aschico.com/cave. CSU Chico, Bell Memorial Union Room 309. (530) 898-5817. Chico Center for Learning; Chico. Ages 5-14. Offers one-on-one tutoring services specializing in reading & math. 260 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 110. (530) 343-2980. Chico Tutoring; Chico. Ages 8-14 (grades 3-8). Provides a personalized approach to tutoring, utilizing online resources & one-on-one help. www.chicotutoring.com. (530) 966-5588. Integrative Therapy O.T. Pediatric Clinic; Chico. Ages 0-12. Offers occupational therapy services for children. 2627 Forest Ave. (530) 879-9030. Irlen Visions; Chico. All ages. Offers Irlen Syndrome diagnostic services & solutions for issues including reading & learning difficulties, low motivation, ADHD, autism, headaches, migraines & traumatic brain injury. www.irlenvisions.com. 809 Nancy Ln. (530) 891-4783. JEI Learning Center; Chico. Ages 3-18. Provides tutoring services in math, English, reading & writing, SAT & ACT prep courses, & private tutoring available. www.chico. jeilearning.com. 2500 Zanella Way, Ste. B. (530) 267-1300. The Progressive Schoolhouse; Chico. Ages 5-16. Uses a developmental approach to tutoring in all academic subjects. www. progressiveschoolhouse.com (click on Additional Programs page). 2400 Notre Dame Blvd. (530) 345-5665. Chico. Grades 5 & up, including adults. Offers research-based methods for studying & test-taking, personalized to the needs of each student. Can be applied to all subjects. Julie Stillman, MA, MiT, JD. www. treecitytestprep.com. (530) 282-1616.

SHASTA COUNTY

Abba’s Child Learning Center; Anderson. Ages 4-18. Brain-based remediation services & tutoring. Specializes in overcoming symptoms of dyslexia, ADD/ADHD & autistic spectrum disorders. www.abbaschild.com. 20397 River Valley Dr. (530) 247-7652. K-12 Tutoring; Shasta Lake City. Offered Tu & Th, 3:30-5:30pm during the school year with volunteer tutors. Free. www. heritageroasting.com. In the upstairs

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community room at Heritage Roasting Company, 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530) 605-1990. Thompson Reading Clinic; Redding. Ages 5 & up. Offers reading screenings & evaluations, brain skills testing, one-on-one tutoring, online training programs & assistive technology support. Darcy Thompson, MA Special Education. 7690 Pit Rd. (530) 243-1052. Twight’s One-on-One Tutoring; Redding. Ages 5-14. Grade-based tutoring in math, language arts, reading & spelling. Specialized programs for learning disorders & comprehension difficulties. 1725 Oregon St. (530) 917-0341. Victoria Tyra; Redding. Ages 5-14. Certified Barton Reading Tutor. Specializes in oneon-one tutoring in reading & spelling using Barton, an Orton-Gillingham influenced instruction program. 1135 Pine St. Ste. 110. (530) 227-4400.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Donna Boyd; S. Siskiyou County. BS in math. All ages. All levels & learning styles. All academic topics; math through AP Calculus. (530) 925-4750. Truely Hutchinson; Mt. Shasta. BS in math, California Teaching Credential, California Reading Credential. Ages K-12. Specializes in Mathematics & Language Arts. www. truelyhutchinson.com. (530) 921-2528.

SCHOOL, CLASSROOM & TEACHER SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Also see Tours & Field Trips in this section

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Association. Performers from Cascade Theater concerts present free 45-minute daytime programs for students at the theater. Reserve early for your school’s class. www. shastacommunityconcerts.com/fine_arts/ outreach.html. (530) 549-3095 or email music4schools@shastalive.com. GEMS Kit Lending Library; serving all counties. The Redding Great Explorations in Math & Science (GEMS) Center at Turtle Bay Exploration Park provides North State teachers & afterschool providers curriculum kits for preK-8th grade classroom use. This standards-supported approach to learning was developed by UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science. Kits includes materials for fun, informative hands-on activities. $25 per school year gives access to all kits. www.turtlebay.org/learn/ professionaldevelopment. (530) 242-3108. Haven Humane Society; Anderson/Redding. Offers educational programs for school classrooms, & facility tours for schools, youth groups, & others. Also volunteer opportunities & educational summer camp. www.havenhumane.org. 7449 Eastside Rd. (530) 241-1653. Heimlich Heroes; nationwide. A free educational program designed to teach young people how to respond in the event of choking emergencies. Additionally, they learn how to prevent & minimize the risk of choking. School & organizations can register online to receive a box of materials including a training DVD, training dolls, related poster & bookmarks, etc. Designed by teachers, the program provides a platform to incorporate math, language arts & STEM activities. www.heimlichheroes.com.

California Teachers Summit. New State-wide free event that takes place in July at over 30 locations, including colleges & universities across CA. PreK12th grade California teachers, teacher candidates & school administrators are invited to participate. Keynotes by nationally renowned speakers, fellow teachers, & leaders in education. Network & join small group discussions to share ideas. Sponsored by the New Teacher Center, the Association of Independent California Colleges & Universities; & California State University. Find info at www.cateacherssummit.com. Famous Artists Portfolio Program; serving all counties. Turtle Bay Exploration Park in Redding offers this free art program for classrooms. Trained parents, teachers & community members present & talk about significant artworks (nearly 60 ageappropriate themes). Suggested follow-up art activities included. www.turtlebay.org/ learn/professionaldevelopment. (530) 242-3108 Fine Arts Enrichment Program; Shasta County. A musical arts program for schools funded by the Shasta Community Concerts

Thompson Reading Clinic IS YOUR CHILD STRUGGLING TO READ? • Comprehensive Reading Evaluations • One-on-One Tutoring Solutions Darcy Thompson, MA Sp.Ed. Teaching reading since 1986 • Assistive Technology Coaching

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2015/2016 Family Resource Guide MATHCOUNTS. A national enrichment club & competition program that promotes middle school mathematics achievement through nation-wide grassroots involvement. The Competition Program & the Club Program engage students & help them achieve more. www.mathcounts.org. (703) 299-9006. New Frontier Theatre Company; Mt. Shasta. Offers a Theatrical Arts in the Schools Initiative to bring theater arts into schools or to enhance existing school programs. Also offers Summer classes. www.newfrontiertheatrecompany.com. (530) 232-5431. North State Symphony Student Tickets; Redding & Chico. The Symphony offers inexpensive tickets for school groups, youth groups & individual children. Free group ticket vouchers are sometimes available (depending on grant partnerships). Call for details. www.northstatesymphony.org. (530) 898-5984. Pay It Forward Foundation. Established to educate & inspire students to realize that they can change the world & provides them with opportunities to do so. Students work with teachers at their local schools to develop Pay It Forward assignments. The foundation can provide supportive educational materials & seed money to those who qualify. www.payitforwardfoundation.org. Recycling & Rubbish Education (RARE) Program; Butte County. Travels to schools to present age-appropriate hands-on curriculum on recycling & the importance of reusing, reducing & rotting (composting). Coordinates fieldtrips to the landfill where students learn firsthand that “there is no

EDUCATION away.” Presentations to high school auto shop classes about recycling motor oil. Teacher's Resources page offers worksheets, curriculum & visuals for teaching recycling, composting & re-using. A program of the Butte County Environmental Council. www.becnet.org/RARE. (530) 891-6424. Shakespeare in the Schools Touring Program; Butte County. Every spring a dedicated cast of Butte College student actors brings classic drama to local schools for grades K-8. Presents classic dramatic literature in a 45-minute adapted play that includes sets & costumes. www.butte.edu/ departments/learning/drama/sits.html. (530) 895-2994. Teacher Professional Development Workshops; Redding. Teachers & afterschool providers can receive training in programs such as Great Explorations in Math & Science (GEMS), Project Wet, Nanoscale Science & other inquiry-based learning curricula. Taught by experts, workshops occur year-round at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. www.turtlebay. org/learn/teacher-documents. (530) 242-3108. The Little Tumble Academy, Inc.; serving the Redding Area. Brings a unique gymnastics learning center to your preschool or daycare. Kids learn basic gymnastics, physical fitness & motor skills on a converted school bus that’s a gym & fun center for young children. www.thelittletumbleacademy.com. (530) 276-8895.

SCHOOLS: PUBLIC SCHOOLS COUNTY OFFICES

Butte County Office of Education. 15 Public School districts. www.bcoe.org. 1859 Bird St., Oroville. (530) 532-5650. Glenn County Office of Education. 9 Public School districts. www.glenncoe.org. (530) 934-6575. Shasta County Office of Education. 26 Public School districts. www.shastacoe. org. 1644 Magnolia Ave., Redding. (530) 225-0200. Siskiyou County Office of Education. 26 Public School districts. www.siskiyoucoe. net. 609 S. Gold St., Yreka. (530) 842-8400. Tehama County Office of Education. 14 Public School districts. www.tehamaschools.org. 1135 Lincoln St., Red Bluff. (530) 527-5811.

MONTESSORI & WALDORF EDUCATION

“Education is a natural process carried out by the human individual, and is acquired not by listening to words, but by experiences in the environment.” ~Maria Montessori

BUTTE COUNTY

Blue Oak Charter School (Waldorf); Chico. Grades K-8. www.blueoakcharterschool.org. 450 W. East Ave. (530) 879-7483. Chico Montessori Children’s House; Chico. Ages 3-5. www.chicomontessori.com. 814 Glenn St. (530) 342-5518. Sherwood Montessori Elementary; Chico. Grades K-8. www.sherwoodmontessori.org. 746 Moss Ave. (530) 345-6600.

Sunny Garden Montessori; Chico. Mommy and Me center & enrichment activity center. Ages 0-5. www.sunnygardenmontessori.com. 2801 Godman Ave. Ste. 140. (530) 343-3101.

SHASTA COUNTY

French Gulch-Whiskeytown Elementary School; French Gulch. Montessori influenced. Grades K-8. www.fgws-fgws-ca.schoolloop.com/about. 11442 Cline Gulch Rd. (530) 359-2151. Middle Creek Montessori School; Shasta. Grades K-8. www.shastaunionschool.net. 10446 Red Bluff Rd. (530) 243-1110. Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks; Redding. Ages 1yr-K. www.shadyoaksmontessori.com. 1410 Victor Ave. (530) 222-0355.

SCHOOLS: CHARTERS

BUTTE COUNTY

Achieve Charter School; Paradise. Grades K-8. www.achievecharter.org. 771 Elliott Rd. (530) 872-4100. Blue Oak Charter School; Chico. Grades K-8. www.blueoakcharterschool.org. 450 W. East Ave. (530) 879-7483. Chico Country Day School; Chico. Grades K-8. www.chicocountryday.org. 102 W. 11th St. (530) 895-2650. Children’s Community Charter School; Paradise. Grades K-8. www.paradisecccs.org. 6830 Pentz Rd. (530) 877-2227. CORE Butte Charter School; Chico & Paradise. Grades K-12. www.corebutte.org. Chico Resource Center: 260 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 120. (530) 894-3952. Paradise Resource Center: 5665 Scottwood Rd. (530) 872-8294.

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EDUCATION e-Scholar Academy. See full listing under Tehama County. Educational Outreach Academy. See full listing under Tehama County. Forest Ranch Charter School; Forest Ranch. Grades K-8. www.forestranchcharter.org. 15815 Cedar Creek Rd. (530) 891-3154. Four Winds School; Chico. Grades K-8. www.fourwinds.bcoe.org. 2345 Fair St. (530) 879-7411. Hearthstone School; Chico & Oroville. Grades K-12. www.hearthstoneschool.net. Oroville (main office): 2280 6th St. (530) 532-5848. HomeTech Charter School; Paradise. Grades K-12. www.hometech.org. 7126 Skyway. (530) 872-1171. Inspire School for the Arts; Chico. Grades 9-12. www.inspirecusd.org. 335 West Sacramento Ave. (530) 891-3090. Nord Country School; Chico. Grades K-7. www.nordcountryschool.org. 5554 California St. (530) 891-3138. Paradise Charter Middle School; Paradise. Grades 6-8. www.pcmsbulldogs.org. 6473 Clark Rd. (530) 872-7277. Paradise eLearning Charter Academy; Paradise. Grades 9-12. www.paradisecharterschool.org. 5911 Maxwell Dr. (530) 872-6425 ext. 3104. Sherwood Montessori Elementary; Chico. Grades K-8. www.sherwoodmontessori.org. 746 Moss Ave. (530) 345-6600. Wildflower Open Classroom; Chico. Grades K-8. www.wildflowerschool.com. 2414 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 3. (530) 892-1676. Wm. Finch Charter School. Grades K-12. See full listing in Glenn County.

GLENN COUNTY

Wm. Finch Charter School; Orland. Grades K-12. www.glenncoe.org/Schools/ Wm.-Finch-Charter-School. 607 E. Tehama St. (530) 865-1683 ext. 2500.

University Preparatory School; Redding. Grades 6-12. www.uprep.net. 2200 Eureka Way. (530) 245-2790.

Making Real World Connections with: Project-Based Learning Technology Enhanced Learning Voice, Choice and Ownership Integration through Inquiry Projects • Collaborative Environment • Sport Program, Music, Art, Drama, Electives • • • •

TEHAMA COUNTY

e-Scholar Academy; Red Bluff. Grades 7–12 as well as adult classes. www.pelacademy.org. 715 Jackson St. Ste. B. (530) 527-0188. Wm. Finch Charter School. Grades K-12. See full listing in Glenn County.

For more information on our Middle School Program, please call (530) 895-2650.

SCHOOLS: PRIVATE BUTTE COUNTY

Champion Christian School; Chico. Grades 9-12. www.championcs.org. 480 Rio Lindo Ave. (530) 345-8008 Chico Christian School; Chico. Grades preschool-8. www.chicochristian.org. 2801 Notre Dame Blvd. (530) 879-8989 Chico Oaks Adventist School; Chico. Grades: Preschool-8. 1859 Hooker Oak Ave. www.chicooaks.net. (530) 342-5043. Cornerstone Christian School; Paradise. Grades K-6. www.ccsparadise.org. 6500 Clark Rd. (530) 877-3240. Feather River Adventist School; Oroville. Grades 1-8. www.adventistschoolconnect.org. 27 Cox Ln. (530) 533-8848.

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Golden Eagle Charter School; Mt. Shasta. Grades K-12. www.gecs.org. 2405 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. Ste. 3. (530) 926-5800. Mattole Valley Charter School; Mt. Shasta, Dunsmuir & Yreka. Grades K-12. www.mattolevalley.com. 510 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-3425.

EDUCATION

Academy of Personalized Learning; Redding. Grades K-12. www.ourapl.org. 2195 Larkspur Lane, Ste. 100. (530) 222- 9275 Anderson New Technology High School; Anderson. Grades 9-12. www.anths.org. 2098 North St. (530) 365-3100. of ShadyCharter Oaks Chrysalis School; PaloLic#455405949 Cedro. Grades K-8. www.chrysalischarterschool.com. Limited Openings For Children 21945 Old 44 547-9726.Old. Ages 12Dr. to(530) 24 Months Cottonwood Creek Charter School; Loving Nuturing Cottonwood. Grades K-8. Care. www.cottonwoodcreekcharter.com. Fosters Self-Help Skills. 3245 Dedicated Brush St. (530)Napping 347-7200. Area. e-Scholar Academy. See Tehama County Diapers Accepted. listing for full info. Affordable Rates! Monarch Learning Center; Redding. Grades K-8. www.monarchkids.com. Call now 5307 Cedars Rd. (530) 247-7307. for a sch ool North Woods Discovery School; Redding. Grades K-8. www.nwds.org. tour! 14732 Bass Dr. (530) 275-5480. Redding School of the Arts; Redding. Grades K-8. www.rsarts.org. 955 Inspiration Place. (530) 247-6933. Rocky Point Charter; Redding. Grades K-8. www.rockypointcharter.com. 3500 Tamarack Dr. (530) 225-0456. Shasta Secondary Home School; Redding. Grades 9-12. www.shastacharteracademy.org. 1401 Gold St. (530) 245-2600. Stellar Charter School/Home Study; 1410 Victor Ave., Redding Redding. Grades K-12. (530) 222-0355 www.stellar.reddingschools.net. www.shadyoaksmontessori.com 5885 East Bonnyview Rd. (530) 245-7730.

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2015/2016 Family Resource Guide Notre Dame School; Chico. Grades: Transitional K-8. www.ndschico.org. 435 Hazel St. (530) 342-2502. Oroville Christian School; Oroville. Grades preK-8. www.ocseagles.com. 3785 Olive Hwy. (530) 533-2888. Paradise Adventist Academy; Paradise. Grades K-12. www.mypaa.net. 5699 Academy Dr. (530) 877-6540. Progressive School House; Chico Grades Developmental K-12. www.progressiveschoolhouse.com. 2400 Notre Dame Blvd. (530) 345-5665. Pleasant Valley Baptist School; Chico. Grades K-12. www.pvbaptist.org. 13539 Garner Ln. (530) 343-2949. St. Thomas the Apostle Parish School; Oroville. Grades preK-8. www.stschool.net. 1380 Bird St. (530) 534-6969.

GLENN COUNTY

Providence Christian School; Orland. Grades preK-12. www.northvalleychristianschools.org. 1148 E. Walker St. (530) 865-4924.

SHASTA COUNTY

Bethel Christian School; Redding. Grades preK-8. www.bcsredding.org. 933 College View Dr. (530) 246-6010. Country Christian School; Redding. Grades preK-8. www.littlecountrychurch.org. 873 Canby Rd. (530) 222-0675. Liberty Christian Schools; Redding. Grades preK-12. www.libertychristianredding.com. 3782 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 222-2232. Mount Calvary Lutheran School; Redding. Grades preK-8. www.mtcalvaryredding.org/ school. 3961 Alta Mesa Dr. (530) 221-2451. Redding Adventist Academy; Redding. Grades K-8. 1356 E. Cypress Ave. www.reddingacademy.org. (530) 222-1018. Redding Christian Elementary & High Schools; Palo Cedro. Grades K-12. www.reddingchristian.com. 21945 Old 44 Dr. ( 530) 547-5600. St. Joseph School; Redding. Grades K-8. www.saintjosephredding.org. 2460 Gold St. (530) 243-2302. Trinity Lutheran School; Redding. Grades preK-1. www.trinityelc.net. 2440 Hilltop Dr. (530) 222-5868.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Mercy High School; Red Bluff. Grades 9-12. www.mercy-high.org. 233 Riverside Way. (530) 527-8313. Sacred Heart Parish School; Red Bluff. Grades preK-8. www.sacredheartredbluffschool.org. 2255 Monroe Ave. (530) 527-6727. Whittenberg Country School; Red Bluff. Grades K-8. www.whittenbergcountryschool. org.12245 Willard Rd. (530) 526-7649.

SCHOOLS: SPECIAL NEEDS

EDUCATION Cal Northern School of Law; Chico. www.calnorthern.edu. 1395 Ridgewood Dr., Ste. 100. (530) 891-6900. California State University, Chico. www.csuchico.edu. 400 West First St. (530) 898-4636.

SHASTA COUNTY

National University; Redding. 4-year programs taught in a unique one-courseper-month format. www.nu.edu/Locations/ NorthernCalifornia/Redding.html. 760 Cypress Ave. Ste. 210. (530) 226-4000. Shasta College; Redding. Public community college. www.shastacollege.edu. 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530) 242-7500. Shasta Bible College & Graduate School; Redding. Accredited four-year Baptist college & graduate school. www.shasta.edu. 2951 Goodwater Ave. (1-800) 800-4SBC & (530) 221-4275. Simpson University; Redding. Four-year Christian college. www.simpsonu.edu. 2211 College View Dr. (530) 226-4606.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

College of the Siskiyous; Weed & Yreka. Public community college. www.siskiyous.edu. Weed: 800 College Ave. (530) 938-5555. Yreka: 2001 Campus Dr. (530) 841-5555.

TEACHING SUPPLIES

Kids Art Teaching Supplies; Online. Mt. Shasta-based company offering quality art teaching materials, supplies, lesson plans & activities for children. Child-tested, childsafe art products, how-to books, art history & enrichment especially for kids ages preschool through teens. www.kidsart.com. (530) 926-5076. The Creative Apple; Chico. Wide variety of educational toys & supplies, children’s books, puzzles, games, rewards, art supplies, science fair ideas, CDs & DVDs. For parents, teachers & homeschoolers. Open daily. www.thecreativeapple.com. 2201 Pillsbury Rd. Ste.182. (530) 345-0122.

TOURS & FIELD TRIPS

For more ideas see sections Museums & Historical Sites, Healthy Food Resources: U-Pick Farms, and Birthday Destinations.

BUTTE COUNTY

Bidwell Mansion; Chico. Learn about Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park; Chico. Learn about the area’s history with a guided tour of a three-story, 26-room historic mansion, carriage house & grounds. The Bidwell mansion was one of the first to utilize gas lighting. www.bidwellmansionpark.com. 525 Esplanade. (530) 895-6144. Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum; Oroville. View the largest-known documented collection of hand tools in the United States! Celebrates the tools that built our world, with over 12,000 items on display. Group discounts & tours available. www.boltsantiquetools.com. 1650 Broderick St. (530) 538-2528. Bricks 4 Kidz; Chico. Field trips, classes & camps offer children of all ages an imaginative, 3-dimensional, hands-on learning experience using LEGO® bricks to explore architecture, engineering & technology concepts. For preschools: teachers can come to you with a variety of educational themes available. www.bricks4kidz.com/california-chico. 510 Walnut St. (530) 332-9172. Build It; Redding. Field trips, after school classes & camps offer experiences in LEGO® robotics, computer programming, game design & development, animation & filmmaking, 3D modeling & more for ages 6-18. www.builditredding.com. 925 Merchant St. Ste. 2. (530) 638-3464. Chico Community Observatory; Chico. Schedule a docent-led evening astronomy experience for your school or private group. Open on clear nights Fri, Sat & Sun yearround. Summer: sunset - 10:45pm; Winter: approx. 6-9pm. Docents lead discussions about the night sky in an outside viewing area. Look through telescopes inside the building. Free. www.facebook. com/ChicoCommunityObservatory. 1 Observatory Way, near Horseshoe Lake in Upper Bidwell Park; look for sign at intersection of Wildwood Ave. & Observatory Way. (530) 487-4071. Chico Museum; Chico. Hosts changing exhibits, including prestigious traveling hands-on exhibits & exhibits that focus on local Chico & Butte county history.

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North Valley School; Redding. Grades 4-12. www.victor.org. 855 Canyon Rd. (530) 378-1855. Rose Scott School; Chico. Grades K-12. www.rosescottschool.com. 850 Palmetto Ave. (530) 354-3101.

SCHOOLS: COLLEGES BUTTE COUNTY

Butte College; Oroville. www.butte.edu. 3536 Butte Campus Dr. (530) 895-2511.

Old-Fashioned Toys, Candy Shop, Baby Gift Registry & Children’s Boutique www.sugarplumkidsredding.com (530) 221-5573 • 1734 Churn Creek Rd. • Redding

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Classroom tours avail. www.chicomuseum. org. 141 Salem St. (530) 891-4336. Chico Performances Schools Field Trip Series; Chico. Offers student groups an opportunity to see a variety of quality music & theater at reduced rates. Special shows are presented during school hours & are geared toward children, with an educational & entertainment focus. Ticket orders are on a first-come/first-served basis. Shows run Sept-May, held at CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. www.chicoperformances.com (“For the Kids” tab). (530) 898-6333. Gray Lodge Wildlife Area; Gridley. Yearround wildlife viewing on a 9,100-acre wetland area managed for wildlife. In fall & winter see vast numbers of migratory waterfowl. Guided group tours & self-guided tours. Special events, wheelchair access, visitor's museum & paved trail to viewing platform. www.wildlife.ca.gov/Lands/Placesto-Visit/Gray-Lodge-WA. Located along the Pacific Flyway, 3207 Rutherford Rd. (530) 846-7505. Lott Home; Oroville. The C. F. Lott Home in Sank Park was built in 1856 by Charles F. Lott, a gold-rush pioneer, California senator & judge. Book a guided school or group tour to learn captivating stories of the Lott family & their importance to early California history. View original furnishings, paintings, clothes, silver & more. The house & garden encompass an entire city block at 1067 Montgomery St. (530) 538-2497. Oregon City School; Oregon City. Visit the oldest one-room school in Butte county & see photos of students of the olden days. A California Historical Landmark, Oregon City was one of the first mining camps in the county, established in 1848 by a party of Oregonians who came to California. Also see the Oregon City covered bridge & tour the nearby Cherokee Museum (by appointment). The school is open Sat & Sun, 1-4pm, or take a chance & toot your horn on weekdays & the caretaker will let you in. 2100 Oregon Gulch Rd. (530) 533-1849. Paradise Depot Museum; Paradise. Features a full-sized restored caboose in addition to its star attraction: a 30-foot working HO gauge model of the Butte County Railroad. Kids have a blast running the buttonoperated model representing the 33-mile

Real World Learning, out of this world setting: Technology brings them together. Our rural location and small campus add to the family-centered atmosphere. Multiple generations of families have attended our heritage school. Our rich history of hardworking students fuels our forward-thinking, school-to-home technology program and ensures an education to prepare children for today’s global economy. With 66% of our students attending on inter-district transfers, our school provides students from throughout the county with courses of study and extracurricular opportunities that challenge all students and empowers them to reach their academic, social and physical potential. Our education foundation, run by parents for students, has helped to secure a 45 station K-8 computer lab, tablets for 24-7 learning, and a new music program starting Fall 2015.

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2015/2016 Family Resource Guide EDUCATION Family Resource Guide 2014/2015 rail line that ran between Chico & Stirling City. Located on the grounds of Paradise Community Park, 5570 Black Olive Dr. www.goldnuggetmuseum.com/depot_ museum.php. Project of the Gold Nugget Museum: (530) 872-8722. Paradise Gem & Mineral Club; Paradise. Join this fun group for adventures that inspire appreciation for rocks & minerals, earth sciences, lapidary techniques & general rock hounding. Monthly activity nights & field trips that include rock hunting & trips to gem & rock shows. www.paradisegem.org. (530) 343-0894. Recycling & Rubbish Education (RARE) Program; Butte County. This program of the Butte County Environmental Council coordinates fieldtrips to a landfill giving students the profound opportunity to learn firsthand that “there is no away.” www.becnet.org/RARE. (530) 891-6424. Ron’s Reptiles; Chico. Visit to see a variety of lizards, snakes & amphibians, or Ron will come to you for club or school assemblies in Butte & Tehama counties. Open 5 days/ week. 44 Rock Creek Rd. www.ronsreptiles.com. (530) 893-2095. The Worm Farm; Durham. Family farm featuring 9,600 linear feet of windrows of redworms. Learn about vermicomposting at this popular field trip destination. Hands-on group tours year-round by appointment. Wear gardening clothes when visiting! Provides gardeners with a means of producing healthy plants while positively affecting the environment. www.thewormfarm.net. 9033 Esquon Rd., 7 miles south of Chico. (530) 894-1276.

Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology at CSU, Chico. Museum tours with free admission, classroom field trips, workshops & camps. www.csuchico.edu/anth/museum. Located in the Meriam Library complex, next to the Janet Turner Museum. (530) 898-5397.

GLENN COUNTY

Farm Sanctuary Tours; Orland. Visit the animals at this 300-acre sanctuary farm, home to rescued pigs, goats, turkeys, cows & other farm animals, each with a special story. Browse the education center. Guided tours & annual events. farmsanctuary.org. Next to Black Butte Lake & Rec. area, 10 mi. E. of I-5, 30 mi. W. of Chico. (530) 865-4617.

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NEVADA COUNTY

Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum; Nevada City. Dedicated to the preservation of local transportation history & artifacts from the narrow gauge railroad era. Offers docent-led historical tours of the museum, railyard & restoration shop. See wooden rail cars & much more, including a 1875 Baldwin engine that’s hauled lumber, passengers & freight, then was a movie engine at Universal Studios in Hollywood. School & group tours available. Free admission. www.ncngrrmuseum.org. 5 Kidder Court. 530) 470-0902.

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Maidu Museum & Historic Site; Roseville. Offers memorable field trips great for schools, youth groups & homeschool groups. Includes a guided tour of the museum & its Native American cultural

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exhibits & activities, & a trail tour of the historic site. Programs meet CA history & social science content standards & are designed for preK–6th grade. A shorter program is offered for preK–2nd grade & special needs groups. www.roseville.ca.us/ indianmuseum. 1970 Johnson Ranch Dr. (916) 774-5934.

SHASTA & TEHAMA COUNTIES

City of Anderson Water Pollution Control Plant. Students of all ages can learn what happens to our sewage water in a field trip that takes them through the steps of sewage waste-water treatment before it is released into the Sacramento River. Students will view the microorganisms used in a natural biological process that treats the water. Located in the Anderson River Park, 3800 Rupert Rd. (530) 378-6665. Coleman Fish Hatchery; Anderson. Explore the largest Chinook salmon & Steelhead hatchery in the lower 48 states! See the hatchery building, rearing raceways, fish ladder, Battle Creek Trail, spawning operations (Oct-March) & more. Open daily for informative self-guided tours. www.fws. gov/coleman. 24411 Coleman Fish Hatchery Rd. (530) 365-8622. Court House Museum; Shasta. Part of Shasta State Historic Park. Bring your group to tour a former county courthouse restored to its 1861 appearance. Historical exhibits include early California artwork. See remains of brick buildings that were once the center of intense Gold Rush era activity; see historic roadways, cottages & cemeteries. Field trip guides for teachers online. 15312 Highway 299 W. (6 miles west of Redding). (530) 243-8194. Gaumer’s Mineral & Mining Museum; Red Bluff. Educational & entertaining for visitors of all ages. Gold mining, fossils, Native American artifacts, rocks, crystals & fluorescent minerals. Open M-F. School tours avail. www.gaumers.com. 78 Belle Mill Rd. (530) 527-6166. Lake Shasta Caverns; Lakehead. Fun spelunking experience. Take a boat ride across Shasta Lake, then a scenic bus ride to the cavern entrance. Enjoy a one-hour guided tour through the caverns (2hrs total). www.lakeshastacaverns.com. 20359 Shasta Caverns Rd. (530) 238-2341 or (1-800) 795-CAVE. Makerspace; Red Bluff. “Hands-on, mindson” learning is offered to Tehama County students, with activities that include electronics, graphic design, animation, coding, creative writing, engineering & videography. All activities are aligned with Common Core State Standards & built around the notion that learning can be meaningful & FUN! Call to reserve time slots. 1135 Lincoln St. www.tinyurl.com/ TehamaMakerspace. (530) 528-7310. Moore’s Flour Mill; Redding. While at the shop you can see the old-fashioned 19thcentury millstones used at this wonderful local mill & store. They offer fresh flours, oatmeal & other hot cereals, many different kinds of sugar, spices, teas, pasta, honey & other products that are mostly local & organic. www.mooresflourmill.com. 1605 Shasta St. (530) 241-9245. Reptile Parties; Tehama & Shasta Counties. Brings a fieldtrip to your school or group! Brings live snakes, lizards & turtles from around the world to you. Children can pet

EDUCATION & hold these live ambassadors of their species. www.reddingreptileparties.com. (530) 226-5329. Sacramento River Discovery Center; Red Bluff. Learn about science in an outdoor classroom! Activities include outings, research projects, seminars, summer camps & classes. Located on the Sacramento River. Walk native habitat trails, explore a 2-acre native plant garden & more. www.sacramentoriverdiscoverycenter.com. 1000 Sale Lane. (530) 527-1196. Schreder Planetarium; Redding. Offers educational programs for school and youth groups in a 1700-square-foot planetarium with 10-meter projection dome. See the night sky projected in the dome & experience other engaging programming that blends science, technology, engineering, math & imagination. Supports preK–12th grade studies. www.schrederplanetarium.com. 1644 Magnolia Ave. Field trips: (530) 225-0243; Show times: (530) 225-0295. Star Parties; Whiskeytown National Recreational Area, Shasta County. Join members of the Shasta Astronomy Club seasonally to view the amazing sights in the sky. Telescopes provided. Free event; day parking $5. Monthly or bi-monthly viewings held at Mt. Shasta Mine Loop trail parking lot. Begins 30 minutes after sunset, weather permitting. http://www.nps.gov/whis/ planyourvisit/rangerprograms.htm. (530) 242-3454. Turtle Bay Exploration Park; Redding. Schedule a group adventure to learn about a variety of topics including science, art,

history, forestry, native animal species, horticulture & more. www.turtlebay.org/ learn. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. To schedule a group field trip call (530) 242-3108.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Lava Beds National Monument. Site of the largest concentration of lava tube caves in North America. Offers ranger-led explorations & evening campfire programs that explore the monument’s Native American history. Rangers help match children’s interests & capabilities to the numerous developed caves. www.nps.gov/ labe/index.htm. (530) 667-8100. Liberty Arts “Explorations” Program; Yreka. 90-minute educational arts program for school classes grades K-12. Includes gallery tour, discussion & hands-on art project related to the current exhibition theme or processes. www.libertyartsyreka.org. 108 W. Miner St. (530) 842-0222. Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery; Mt. Shasta. The West’s oldest operating hatchery raises trout to stock mountain streams, rivers & lakes. Feed the fish; learn how they are raised. Tours by appointment. Free. Open daily. https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/Fishing/ Hatcheries/Mount-Shasta. 3 N Old Stage Rd. (530) 926-2215. Mt. Shasta Star Gazers Club; Mt. Shasta. Promotes interest in astronomy & related sciences. Educational & fun. Monthly meetings, star parties & other events. All welcome to attend. mtshastastargazers.com. (530) 918-9540. River Dancers River & Kayak Adventures; Mt. Shasta. Adventures offered include

family rafting trips. A great way to spend quality time together! Day outings & overnight multi-day camps. Trained guides help guests discover new ways to enjoy the environment while learning skills on the river. Includes swimming, water-play, learning about wildlife & good food. www.riverdancers.com. 705 Kenneth Way, Mt. Shasta. (800) 926-3223. Shasta Mountain Guides; Mt. Shasta. For families with older kids or teens who are ready for the challenges of rock climbing, mountain climbing, or other customizable trips. Professional guides make the experience memorable. www.shastaguides.com. (530) 926-3117. Siskiyou Arts Museum; Dunsmuir. Offers docent tours to schools & groups. www.siskiyouartsmuseum.org. 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-4711. Sisson Museum; Mt. Shasta. School & private groups can tour the museum to view exhibits & enjoy hands-on fun with interactive displays. See a vintage fire truck, model railroad & locomotive engine control panel, play with old-fashioned toys. www.mtshastamuseum.com. Located at the Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery site, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530) 926-5508. Weed Historic Lumber Museum; Weed. Enjoy logging & town memorabilia, including the town’s original jail cell! Off-season tours avail. by appt. Open daily late May-Sept. www.siskiyous.edu/museum. 303 Gilman Ave. (530) 938-0550.

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Great Cats World Park; Cave Junction. Exciting, interactive & educational 10-acre park that’s home to lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, ocelots, lynx, a fishing cat & more. Meet feline ambassadors; learn about the plight of rare & endangered cats. Watch trainers interact; guided school & private group tours. www.greatcatsworldpark.com. 27919 Redwood Hwy. (541) 592-2957. Medford Railroad Park; Medford. Five railroad clubs operate this 7-acre site featuring full-size train cars, caboose, hopper car, locomotive, HO scale model track & trains, working telegraph system, & operating outdoor garden railway. Open 2nd & 4th Sundays, April–Oct., 11am-3pm. Free train rides - see bridges, waterfalls, tunnels & hills. Children love the “Thomas the Train” loop led by Thomas & Percy. Reserve the pavilion for birthday parties. www.southernoregonlivesteamers.com. 799 Berrydale Ave. (541) 582-3912.

Oregon Caves National Monument; Cave Junction. Offers cave tours late March–Nov., plus dining, gift gallery & lodging mid-May– Oct. at the 1934 Oregon Caves Chateau (a National Historic Landmark). www.nps.gov/ orca. 19000 Caves Highway. (541) 592-2100. ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum; Ashland. Offers fun & intriguing hands-on experiences promoting the exploration of science & the arts in a multi-sensory environment. School field trips & educator resources support instruction of content & process standards. www.scienceworksmuseum.org. 1500 E. Main St. (541) 482-6767.

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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Preparing Minds... Preparing Hearts

The Christian school educates the whole child – intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, and, of course, spiritually. Your children will learn strong Christian and moral values while being educated through a Christ-centered curriculum. Christian schools are affordable! They give parents, rich or poor, a real educational choice while keeping a child’s spiritual well-being a priority.The Christian school acts as an extension of the Christian home. A dedicated staff reinforces the values and beliefs taught at home. Christian education changes the way children view the world and helps them grow in every area of their lives.

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Champion Christian School

Paradise Adventist Academy

Chico Oaks Adventist School

Shasta County

Feather River Adventist School

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

Sending Champions for Christ into the World Grades: 9-12 460 Rio Lindo Ave., Chico (530) 345-8008 | www.championcs.org

Mount Calvary

Connecting Kids And The Community To Christ Through A Christian Education Grades: Pre-K ages 3-5 years / K-8th 3961 Alta Mesa Dr., Redding (530) 221-2451 | www.mtcalvaryredding.org/school

Bethel Christian School

Redding Christian School

And All Thy Children Shall Be Taught Of The Lord. - Isaiah 54:13 Grades: 1-8 27 Cox Ln., Oroville (530) 533-8848 www.featherriver.adventistfaith.org

Country Christian School

Tehama County

Oroville Christian School

Liberty Christian Schools

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

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

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

Learning To Lead, By Following Jesus Grades: Preschool-8 873 Canby Rd., Redding (530) 222-0675 | www.littlecountrychurch.org Small Enough To Care Grades: Preschool-12 3782 Churn Creek Rd., Redding (530) 222-2232 www.libertychristianredding.com

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

Calvary Christian Academy

Guiding The Next Generation Toward A Living Faith, Dependent On God Grades: K-12 12375 Paskenta Rd., Red Bluff (530) 527-8219 | www.ccredbluff.org

FRUGAL FAMILIES FRUGAL FAMILIES

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CHILDREN’S LOW COST/ NO COST HEALTH INSURANCE Covered California™ offers affordable, quality health insurance coverage for Californians. Offers advice on whether you & your family qualify for Medi-Cal. Compare & choose health coverage. www.coveredca.com. (800) 300-1506.

items for consignment. www.facebook.com/ LittleDovesInShasta. 426 Chestnut St. (530) 926-1687. Trading Places; Mt. Shasta. Consignment shop featuring teens, women’s & men’s clothing & accessories. www.facebook.com/ TradingPlacesClothing. 325 Pine St. (530) 926-6273.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Dandy Lions Children’s Shop; Red Bluff. Offers both new & consignment clothing, toys & gear for infants, children, teens & moms-tobe. Find us on Facebook. 340 Hickory St. (530) 527-7755.

SURPLUS STORES & RECONSTRUCTED GOODS

Consignment stores are a great way to recycle outgrown clothing, toys and furniture, and to make a little cash or trade for new stuff too! They are also a great source for getting good deals on gently-used items. If you know of a store you think should be listed, email familyresources@northstateparent.com.

Habitat for Humanity ReStores. Nonprofit home improvement store selling surplus construction items, including doors, fixtures, paint & hardware. Chico: www.buttehabitat.org. 220 Meyers St. (530) 895-1271. Medford, OR: roguevalleyhabitat.org. 2233 S. Pacific Hwy. (541) 773-9095. Hospice Heartisans Boutique; Yreka. Volunteers reconstruct surplus supplies & unsellable donations to The Hospice Shop thrift store & remake them into one-of-akind items including quilts, home décor, doll beds & more. www.madronehospice. org. 217 W. Miner St. (530) 842-2547. Urban Ore; Berkeley. Offers 3 acres of recycled goods: building materials, household items, sporting goods, art supplies, clothing, a bookstore, a gallery, garden items & much more. www.urbanore.com. 900 Murray St. (510) 841-7283.

BUTTE COUNTY

THRIFT STORES

Medi-Cal for Children: Offers no-cost coverage to qualifying children & pregnant women. Butte: (530) 538-7711. Shasta: (877) 652-0731. Siskiyou: (530) 841-2700. Tehama: (530) 527-1911.

CONSIGNMENT STORES

SHASTA COUNTY

Bows-n-Britches; Redding. Buys & sells nursery furniture, toys, infant & child clothing, shoes & more. 2110 Hilltop Dr. (530) 223-6764. Miss Bella’s Boutique; Redding. New & gently used baby items. 2217 Hilltop Dr. (530) 221-2229. Finders Keepers; Redding. New & used consignment boutique for furniture & décor. www.finderskeepersredding.com. 2235 Hilltop Dr. (530) 605-0877. Rags Consignment & Costumes; Redding. Quality costumes (new, used & rentals), formal wear, vintage, retro & more. www.ragsresale.com. 810 Butte St. (530) 241-5865. That Baby Store; Redding. Buys, sells & trades quality items for infants & children. Facebook.com/thatbabystore. 2990 Churn Creek Dr. (530) 355-0557.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Little Doves Children’s Boutique; Mt. Shasta. New & gently used children’s clothing (up to size 12), toys, maternity & seasonal items (ski, swim, hiking, soccer, baseball, etc.). Offers homemade clothing & gift items too. Accepts

BUTTE COUNTY

ARC Store; Chico & Oroville. Nonprofit organization selling quality clothes, home goods & furniture. Benefits ARC of Butte County. www.thearcstore.org. Chico: 2030 Park Ave. (530) 343-3666. Oroville: 2745 Oro Dam Blvd. (530) 532-1272. Frugal House; Chico. Each year in June, Frugal House utilizes gently-used furniture & decor to showcase interior design possibilities on a tight budget. Local professional designers, creative decorators & interior design students design this house as a fundraising event for the North State Symphony. www.facebook.com/ FrugalHouse. (530) 898-5984. Home At Last Thrift & Gift; Chico. Proceeds support the humane treatment of equines & other animals. www.facebook.com/ HALThrift. 611 Walnut St. (Hwy 32/6th St.) (530) 712-7777. Paradise Hospice Thrift Shop; Paradise. Benefits go to Paradise Hospice. 6848 Skyway. (530) 872-4255. Pawprints Quality Thrift Boutique; Chico. Benefits Chico Cat Coalition, Butte Humane Society Spay/Neuter Clinic, & Orland Town & County Humane Society. 1360 Longfellow Ave. (530) 892-2687. Salvation Army Thrift Stores. Benefits Salvation Army programs & services. www.salvationarmyusa.org. Chico: 1054 E Broadway St. (530) 342-2078. Chico: 1358 East Ave. (530) 343-1086. Oroville: 1889 Oro Dam Blvd. East. (530) 534-9556.

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A Second Time Around Thrift Store; Redding. Benefits Northern Valley Catholic Social Service programs. www.nvcss.org/ programs/sta.aspx. 872 N. Market St. (530) 241-4781. All Saints Thrift Shop; Redding. Benefits people in need in the Shasta County community. 3268 Bechelli Lane. (530) 223-2523. Another Chance Animal Welfare League Thrift Store; Palo Cedro. Benefits programs that assist animals. www.acawl.org. 9384 Deschutes Rd. Ste. D (530) 547-7387. B Thrifty; Redding. Benefits people in need. 421 E. Cypress Ave. (530) 221-4289.

People of Progress Super Thrift Store; Redding. Benefits People of Progress organization. www.peopleofprogress.org/ thriftstore. 1242 Center St. (530) 243-3811. Roses & Rust Vintage Home & Garden Market; Shasta County. This bi-annual market (spring & fall) offers a huge selection of salvaged & up-cycled furniture & repurposed goods, along with unique vintage & antique home & garden furnishings & décor. RosesAndRustVintageMarket.com. Sacred Heart Parish Thrift Store; Anderson. Offers annual “Great Yard & Collectible Sale” 1st weekends of April & Oct. Benefits Sacred Heart Parish School & St. Joseph School. www.sacredheartparish.com. 652 Gateway Dr. (530) 365-5853.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Eagle’s Nest Thrift Shop; Weed. Benefits College of the Siskiyous student-centered activities & scholarships. www.siskiyous.edu/ia/eaglesnest. 123 Main St. (530) 938-4663.

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Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Provides popular, hard-to-find new items, as well as unique, locally crafted treasures & highquality resale products for infants. www.appleblossombaby.com. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530) 345-1617. Sweet Repeats Consignment Sales; Chico. Seasonal (fall & spring) sales of highquality infant, children, teen & maternity consignment items. sweetrepeatsale.com. 2357 Fair St. (530) 636-2448

Paradise: 6410 Clark Rd. (530) 877-6720. Redding: 4460 Westside Rd. (530) 244-2296 Uniquely Yours Boutique; Paradise. Specializes in women’s clothing & accessories. Includes wedding & formal dresses. Benefits Paradise Hospice. www.adventisthealth.org. 6848 Skyway. (530) 872-8961. .

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FRUGAL FAMILIES/FINANCE & LEGAL Madrone Hospice Shop; Yreka. Helps support Madrone Hospice. www.madronehospice.org. 209 W Miner St. (530) 842-6025. New 2 You; Mt. Shasta. Thrift store. Proceeds benefit three local community organizations: Meals on Wheels, Hospice, & Jefferson Economic Development Institute. 412 S. Mt Shasta Blvd. (530) 918-9570. Paws & Shop; Mt. Shasta. Benefits Siskyou Humane Society. Tue-Sat, 11am-4pm. www.siskiyouhumane.org. 1208 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-8878. Siskiyou Humane Society Thrift Store; Yreka. Benefits Siskiyou Humane Society. www.siskiyouhumane.org. 109 N. Broadway. (530) 842-4324. Snip ‘n Save; Mt. Shasta. Sells gently used home goods, furniture & clothing. Benefits Spay/Neuter Incentive Program (SNIP). www.ssnip.org. 315 Chestnut. (530) 926-0400. Unexpected Treasures; Dunsmuir. Benefits Choices of Mt. Shasta, providing no-cost support for pregnant women & parents. 5821 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-4998.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Hope Chest; Red Bluff. Benefits Red Bluff Family Service Agency. 1359 Grant St. (530) 527-0270. Hospice Second Hand Store; Red Bluff. Proceeds benefit local hospice patients. 320 S. Main St. (530) 528-9430. Salvation Army Thrift Store; Red Bluff. Benefits Salvation Army programs & services. 493 Antelope Blvd. (530) 529-1590.

FINANCE & LEGAL • Family Finance • Legal Assistance

FAMILY FINANCE

Mint.com. Online site offering personal finance software that assists with money management & financial planning. Set a budget, track your goals & more. Simple & streamlined, pulls all your financial information into one place to get a financial overview. Free. www.mint.com. MoneyStream. Puts families in control of their money. Analyzes spending, puts payments due on an easy-to-use calendar interface, shows past spending & future cash flow, summarizes daily transactions, & more. www.moneystream.com.

LEGAL ASSISTANCE

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Also see section Special Needs: Domestic Violence & Abuse Advocacy / Abuse & Violence Prevention.

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Law Help California Website. Provides low-income Californians with easy online access to basic legal resources & attorney information. www.LawHelpCa.org. Legal Services of Northern California; serving all upper CA counties Comprehensive website offers legal resource & research tools. Offers a legal services program providing civil representation to low-income clients. Assists grandparents raising grandchildren with guardianships, tenant issues, public benefits, unemployment, health care issues. www.lsnc.net. LSNC Health Hotline, assists with health care issues: (888) 354-4474. Office locations: Butte & Tehama: 541 Normal Ave., Chico (530) 345-9491 or (800) 345-9491. Shasta & Siskiyou: 1370 West St., Redding (530) 241-3565 or (800) 822-9687

GENERAL RECREATION & PARKS GENERAL RECREATION & PARKS

• Aquatics: Swim Instruction, Pools, Centers, Parks • BMX Bike Parks • Children’s Indoor Play Areas • County Parks Departments • Dog Parks • Paintball & Airsoft Parks & Fields • Skateboard Parks • Summer Camps & Programs • Theaters: Film Festivals • Theaters: Movie • Theaters: Performing Arts

AQUATICS: SWIM INSTRUCTION, POOLS, CENTERS & PARKS

In addition to an abundance of lakes, streams, rivers, creeks and ponds, the North State is home to numerous aquatic facilities & programs that can help your family keep cool this summer. For swim teams, see section Sports & Fitness: Swim Teams

BUTTE COUNTY

Beyond Fitness; ; Paradise. Indoor & outdoor pools. Year-round swim lessons & aqua classes (ages infants–adults). Summer supervised swim M-F, 12:30-3:30pm, $12/day rate for non-members. www. beyondfitnessclub.com. Two locations: 6854 Pentz Rd., (530) 872-2582 & 7224 Skyway (530) 877-7500. Chico Sports Club; Chico. Two outdoor pools open year-round. Summer swim lessons for infants-adults, all levels. Aqua classes. $10/day rate for non-members. www.chicosportsclub.com. 260 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 190. (530) 345-9427. Chico Water Sprites; Chico. Year-round program. Swim lessons for ages infants18yrs. Friday Family Swim Nights, 5-8pm, $2/person. Special needs group & private lessons. www.chicowatersprites.com. 2280 Ivy St. #110. (530) 342-2999.

Dwight Brinson Swim Center; Durham. Swim lessons infants-adults. Parent-Tot class for ages 6mos-3yrs; group & private lessons for ages 3 & up. Open swim M-F, 1-4:30pm, Sat/Sun, 1-5pm. T/Th/Sat Evening Swim 7-9pm; $2/person entrance fee, family pass avail. Open June-early Aug. www.durhamrec. com. 9451 Midway. (530) 345-9510. Forbay Aquatic Center; Chico. Offers kayaking, canoeing & stand-up paddle boarding, hydro bikes, rowing lessons & pedal boats. Rentals, classes, special events, camps, birthday parties, guided moonlight paddle tours, rowing head races. Open MaySept., Wed-Sun, 10am-6pm; book special events year-round by appointment. www. forbayaquaticcenter.com. (530) 538-4332. In Motion Fitness; Chico. 3 outdoor pools, including 8-lane lap pool & splash pool for little ones. Open swims & year-round swim lessons for all ages. Pools open M-F, 6am-10pm & SatSun 6:30am-10pm. Non-member day-use fee $30 (includes access to entire facility) or $15 when accompanied by a member. www.inmotionfitness.net. 1293 E. First Ave. (530) 343-5678. North Valley Swim School; Chico. Year-round program for ages 6mos-adults. Start anytime. Heated pool. Lessons from infant/toddler through pre-swim team. (530) 345-6707. NS Fitness; Chico. Year-round open swims. Outdoor heated pool. Day rate $10 for nonmembers. www.nsfclubs.com. 1026 Skyway. (530) 898-8348. Palermo Pool; Oroville. Mon-Sat 1-4pm. $3/ person. frrpd.com. 2350 Ludlum Ave. (530) 533-2011. Paradise Recreation Aquatic Park; Paradise. Seasonal open swims, parent-tot classes for ages 6mos-2yrs, & group & private lessons ages 3 & up. Outdoor pool. Register in person or online at www.paradiseprpd. com. 5600 Recreation Dr. (530) 872-6393. Pleasant Valley Pool; Chico. Swim lessons for ages 3mos–17yrs. Two outdoor pools. www.chicorec.com. 2320 North Ave. (530) 895-4711. Shapiro Pool; Chico. Outdoor pool. Offers swim lessons & swim clinics (6 mos–adults), & hosts the CARD Sharks recreational swim team (age 8-17 yrs) from June to mid-Aug.

Private groups pool rental (additional pre- & post-season times available). Hosts underwater hockey May-Oct (see Hockey in our Sports Section). www.chicorec.com. Oleander & Memorial Way. (530) 895-4711. Sycamore Pool; Chico. Cemented outdoor pool on Bidwell Creek created by a dam. Lifeguards on duty Fri-Wed, 11am-7pm from Memorial Day through mid-Aug.; then just on Sat & Sun, 11am-7pm thru Labor Day. www.chicorec.com. Located at Bidwell Parks One-Mile Area, Oleander & Memorial Way. (530) 895-4711. YMCA Pool; Oroville. Year-round outdoor pool. Seasonal swim lessons for all ages. Open swims year-round on Tu/Th, 12-3pm; Fri, 4-6pm; & Sat, 9am-12pm. $2/ child, $5/adults. www.ymcasuperiorcal.org. 1684 Robinson St. (530) 533-9622.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson High School Pool; Anderson. Open June & July. Lessons offered through the City of Anderson Community Services. Two outdoor pools. www.ci.anderson.ca.us. 1471 Ferry St. (530) 378-6656. Redding Aquatic Center; Redding. Open spring & summer. Two outdoor pools: Olympic-size competition class swimming pool & recreation pool. Swim & water safety lessons, children’s water-play feature, 60foot water slide, public & family swims & special events. www.reddingrecreation.org. Caldwell Park, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530) 245-7247. Shasta Athletic Club; Redding. Year-round open swims, indoor-outdoor pool. www.shastaathleticclub.com. 1988 Park Marina Dr. (530) 241-7711. Shasta Family YMCA; Redding. Indooroutdoor pool. Group & private swim lessons seasonally throughout the year, ages 6mos-adults. Stingrays Swim Club for ages 6-14; Barracuda Swim Club for ages 14-18 prepares kids for a completive team. Open swims. sfymca.org. 1155 N. Court St. (530) 246-9622. Sun Oaks Tennis & Fitness; Redding. Members & member guests only. Year-round 8-lane indoor pool, outdoor 3-lane, 25-yard seasonal recreation pool, & toddler pool. www.sunoaks.com. 3452 Argyle Rd. (530) 221-4405.

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WaterWorks Park; Redding. Pools, waterslides & toddler area. www.waterworkspark.com. 151 N. Boulder Dr. (530) 246-9550.

SOUTH SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Community Pool; Dunsmuir. Outdoor pool. Swim lessons in July for ages 3-adult. Open swims M-Sat, 1-5pm. Evening swims, lap swims, classes, adult swims & swim team. 2015 schedule: Mid-June to mid-Aug. www.dunsmuirparks.org. 4841 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-4740. Mountain Fitness; Mt. Shasta. Year-round lap pool. 1630 South Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-3589. The Wellness Center – Mt. Shasta Physical Therapy; Mt. Shasta. Year-round therapeutic pool. $10/adults, $5/children day use, call for hours. www.mtshastapt.com. 633 Lassen Lane. (530) 926-6010. Weed Community Pool; Weed. Open midJune to mid-Aug. Toddler wading & 25-meter 6-lane seasonal pools. Swim lessons for all ages. 450 College Ave. (530) 938-4701 (summer months) & (530) 926-2494.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Corning City Pool; Corning. Parent-toddlers swim class & group lessons for ages 2 & up. Open swims M-F, 1-5pm & Sat, 10am-5pm, $1.50/ages 3-18, $2/adults. Adult water aerobics T/Th, 5-6pm, $2/class or $25/ season. Night swim T/Th, 6:30-9:30pm. Open June–Mid-Aug. Outdoor pool. 1414 Colusa St. (530) 824-7062. McGlynn Swimming Pool; Red Bluff. Open June 18th through August 8th. Outdoor pool. www.cityofredbluff.org. 119 Sycamore St. (530) 527-7211.

BMX BIKE PARKS

Anyone who can ride a bike can race BMX - it’s great two-wheeled fun for the whole family: boys, girls & adults.

BUTTE COUNTY

Silver Dollar BMX; Chico. Weekly practices, two weekly race days, “Speed Week” & training events. www.facebook.com/sdbmx. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530) 566-1BMX.

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SHASTA COUNTY

Nor Cal Boomtown BMX; Shasta Lake. Offers two race days weekly, plus special events, call for information about practice days. www.facebook.com/boomtownbmx. Shasta Dam Blvd. at Margaret Polf Park. (530) 526-3836.

CHILDREN’S INDOOR PLAY AREAS

Cool in summer, warm in winter, offers indoor fun for kids & their families. For more indoor play ideas, also see sections Sports & Fitness: Gymnastics, Roller & Ice Skating, & Fitness Centers, Clubs & Sports Facilities.

BUTTE COUNTY

Bricks 4 Kidz; Chico. Open play sessions for children of all ages in an imaginative handson learning environment. Preschool & after school classes too. 510 Walnut St. (530) 332-9172. KidsPark Indoor Fun; Chico. Drop-in childcare center for ages 2-12yrs. Large, colorful indoor & outdoor area with lots of room to play. Games, crafts & fun group activities. Hourly rates. www.kidspark.com. 2477 Forest Ave. Ste. 190. (530) 894-6800. Sunny Garden Montessori; Chico. Offer free-play for ages 0-5 & their parents in a Montessori-inspired environment full of hands-on fun & activities, including art & science themes. Hourly rates, sibling & class card discounts; infants under 10 mos free. sunnygardenmontessori.com. 2801 Godman Ave. Ste. 140. (530) 343-3101.

SHASTA COUNTY

The Little Tumble Academy, Inc.; serving the Redding Area. This unique gymnastics & fun center for young children is housed in a converted school bus. The bus can be booked to come to your location for group play, for ages 18mos to 7rs. Contact the academy to learn about any upcoming public location events too. www.thelittletumbleacademy.com. (530) 276-8895. Mt. Shasta Mall Turtle Bay Indoor Play Area; Redding. Kids will enjoy little slides for big fun at this play area for young children (& resting area for parents!). 900 Dana Dr. (530) 223-3575. Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Offers 10,000 sq. feet of trampoline space, plus a climbing wall, for all-ages indoor fun. www.rareairpark.com. 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530) 221-1206. Turtle Bay Exploration Park; Redding. Turtle Bay’s museum features indoor areas for children to play & learn. They can check out a teepee, watch fish, explore manipulatives, play with KEVA planks or another featured building set, & can investigate youth-orientated handson educational exhibits. Weekly “Little Explorers” preschool playgroup for children & their parents. www.turtlebay.org. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530) 243-8850.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center. Offers little ones with their parents a space to play with educational toys & to enjoy selfguided activities. Call for drop-in hours & info. 109 E. Lake St. (530) 926-1400.

Sisson Museum; Mt. Shasta. Offers a small area where children can play with vintage toys & step inside a child-sized cabin. They can check out a vintage fire truck, & start up a model train using an authentic locomotive engine control panel. Located at the Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery site, they can feed hungry fish too. www.mtshastamuseum. com. 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530) 926-5508.

COUNTY PARKS DEPARTMENTS

Find out about local parks, recreational programs, community centers & special events. Reserve space for your party, reunion, group gathering or other event.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Area Recreation & Parks District. www.chicorec.com. 545 Vallombrosa Ave. (530) 895-4711. Durham Recreation & Parks District. www.durhamrec.com. 9447 Midway. (530) 345-1921. Feather River Recreation & Parks District; Oroville. www.frrpd.com; 1875 Feather River Blvd. (530) 533-2011. Paradise Recreation & Parks District. www.paradiseprpd.com. 6626 Skyway. (530) 872-6393.

SHASTA COUNTY

City of Anderson Community Services; Anderson. www.ci.anderson.ca.us. 1887 Howard St. (530) 378-6656. Redding Recreation; Redding. www.reddingrecreation.org. 777 Cypress Ave. (530) 225-4095.

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Dunsmuir Recreation & Parks; Dunsmuir. www.dunsmuirparks.org. 4841 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-4740. McCloud Community Services District. www.ci.mccloudcsd.ca.us. 220 W. Minnesota Ave. (530) 964-2017. Mt. Shasta Recreation & Parks District; Mt. Shasta. www.msrec.org. 1315 Nixon Rd. (530) 926-2494. Weed Recreation & Parks District; Weed. www.ci.weed.ca.us. 450 College Ave. (530) 926-2494.

TEHAMA COUNTY

City of Red Bluff Parks & Recreation Department; Red Bluff. www.redbluffrecreation.org. 1500 S. Jackson St. (530) 527-8177.

DOG PARKS

Many dogs love running off-leash with canine comrades. Below find information about places created for that experience. Most supply poop bags and fresh water for Fido.

BUTTE COUNTY

DeGarmo Dog Park; Chico. One-acre fenced off-leash park with grass area, chairs, cooling shower & fountain. Wheelchair accessible. Open daily 7am-dusk (closed Wed from 7-10am for maintenance). The Esplanade & Eaton Rd. (530) 343-4309. Lezlie Morrow Memorial Dog Park; Paradise. Beautiful 1/2-acre dog park nestled among pine trees. 6705 Moore Rd. (530) 872-6393.

GENERAL RECREATION & PARKS

SHASTA COUNTY

Benton Dog Park; Redding. 2+ acres of treedotted, fenced property with seating areas & drinking water. Separate area for small dogs. 6am-10pm. www.ci.redding.ca.us/ CommunityServices/parks.html#dog. 1700 Airpark Dr. (530) 225-4512.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Shastice Park Dog Park; Mt. Shasta. Large 4’-high fenced area with shade trees, seating & water. Adjacent to the community garden at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530) 926-2494.

PAINTBALL & AIRSOFT PARKS & FIELDS

Bring your friends for adrenally-pumping fun. Invite co-workers for team building. Bring the family for some unusual bonding time. Let these professionals show you how to have a great time out on the field.

BUTTE COUNTY

Combat Zone Paintball Park; Oroville. Open rain or shine on 1st Fridays, 4-8pm, & on Sat & Sun, 9am-4pm. combatzonepaintball.com. 4444 Pacific Heights Rd. (530) 533-5300. Paintball Games By Dean. Games in Butte County by appointment. (530) 345-0832.

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Redding Paintball. Open play on Saturdays, Sundays & some holidays (Halloween, Easter, etc.). Open weekdays for private parties. In addition to 4 distinct paintball fields, features a full size X-Ball airball field. reddingpaintball.com. (530) 945-2880. US Airsoft World; Anderson. Features a “tactical city” & airsoft store. Over 10 acres dedicated to Airsoft, with stat tracking & leaderboards. www.usairsoft.com. Located just outside Redding at 4506 Panorama Point Rd. (530) 365-1000.

Weed Skatepark: BBikes allowed at specified times. Located at Charlie Bird Park, Hwy. 97 at Lincoln Ave. (530) 938-3229.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Corning Community Park: All nonmotorized wheels allowed. 1465 Toomes Ave. (530) 824-7029. Red Bluff Skateboard Park: Bikes allowed. 700 Diamond Ave. (530) 527-8177.

SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS

What are your children doing for fun during summer? See pages 38-41 for listings of Summer Camps & Programs.

THEATERS: FILM FESTIVALS

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour; Chico. Featuring films that offer a range of styles & themes, including climbing, skiing, kayaking, biking, adventure, culture & the environment. More than 30 countries host 600+ screenings annually. The 2016 Chico festival is scheduled for April 8. www.aschico.com/advo/ aobanffmountainfilmfestival. Shasta Mountain Film Festival: Wild & Scenic; Weed. Features awarded-winning environmental films hosted annually by the Mt. Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center. In 2016 the festival takes place Aug. 22. www. mountshastaecology.org. (530) 926-5655. Silent Film Festival; Redding. Features films from the Silent Film era with live piano accompaniment. The 10th annual festival takes place Oct 17 & 18, 2015, & features Films of 1915. Includes kid-friendly “laugh shows.” www.shastaartscouncil.org. Old City Hall, 1313 Market St. (530) 241-7320. Sundial Film Festival; Redding. This annual festival features local films by talented filmmakers. The 2016 festival takes place March 5. www.sundialfilmfestival.com. Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. (530) 255-4911.

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Anderson Skateboard Park: Boards only (no bikes). 2500 Emily Dr. (530) 378-6656. Redding Skateboard Park: Boards only (no bikes). Located at Caldwell Park, 40 Quartz Hill Rd. (530) 225-4095.

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Mt. Shasta Skateboard Park: Bikes & skooters allowed too. Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530) 926-2494.

Prime 11 Cinemas; Red Bluff. 400 S. Main St. (530) 529-5491.

THEATERS: PERFORMING ARTS BUTTE COUNTY

Birdcage Theatre; Oroville. www.birdcagetheatre.net. 1740 Bird St. (530) 533-BIRD. Blue Room Theatre; Chico. www.blueroomtheatre.com. 139 West First St. (530) 895-3749. Butte College Theatre; Oroville. State-of-the-art theater in the round, and an outdoor amphitheater. www.butte.edu/drama. 3536 Butte Campus Dr. (530) 895-2994. Chico Theater Company; Chico. www.chicotheatercompany.com. 166-F Eaton Rd. (530) 894-3282. CSU, Chico Theaters: Laxson Auditorium www.chicoperformances.com. Corner of W 3rd St & Chestnut St. (530) 898-6333. Harlen Adams Theatre & Larry Wismer Theatre. www.csuchico.edu/muta. 400 West First St. (530) 898-6161. Oroville State Theater Performing Arts Center. www.orovillestatetheatre.org. 1489 Myers St. (530) 538-2470. Paradise Performing Arts Center; Paradise. www.paradiseperformingarts.com. 777 Nunneley Rd. (530) 872-8454. Theatre on the Ridge; Paradise. www.totr.org. 3735 Neal Rd. (530) 877-5760.

Cinemark Movies 8; Redding. 359 Park Marina Circle. www.cinemark.com. 1-800-FANDANGO, code 1178#. Cinemark Redding 14 & XD; Redding. 980 Old Alturas Rd. www.cinemark.com. 1-800-FANDANGO, code 1179#. Fall River Theatre; Fall River. 43118 Hwy. 299E. www.fallrivertheatre.com. (530) 336-5030. Mt. Burney Theatre; Burney. 37022 Main St. www.mtburneytheatre.com. (530) 335-2605. Valley 11 Cinemas; Anderson. Shasta Outlets, 1816 Highway 273. www.reeltheatre.com/show-valley.html. (530) 364-4545.

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Raven & the Unicorn Children’s Theater; Redding. Breaking ground in 2015 for state-of-the-art 800-seat performing arts education center. 955 Inspiration Place. www.ravenandtheunicorn.org. (530) 225-8610 or (530) 515-1057. Riverfront Playhouse www.riverfrontplayhouse.net. 1620 East Cypress Ave. (530) 221-1028. Shasta College Theatre; Redding. www.shastacollege.edu/theatre. 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530) 242-2369. The Bohemian Art Loft; Redding. www.travelingbohemians.org. 3304B Bechelli Lane. (530) 229-7818. The Civic Auditorium; Redding. www.reddingcivic.com. 777 Auditorium Dr. (530) 229-0036.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Kenneth W. Ford Theater; Weed. www.siskiyous.edu/performingarts. College of the Siskiyous, 800 College Ave. (530) 938-5373. Yreka Community Theatre; Yreka. www.ci.yreka.ca.us. 810 North Oregon St. (530) 841-2332.

SHASTA COUNTY

Cascade Theatre; Redding. www.cascadetheatre.org. 1731 Market St. (530) 243-8877.

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BUTTE COUNTY

For fun on wheels. Don’t forget your safety gear! Chico Skateboard Park: Boards only (no bikes). 371 Humboldt Ave. at Flume. (530) 895-4711.

TEHAMA COUNTY

THEATERS: MOVIE Cinemark 14; Chico. 801 East Ave. Ste. 2. www.cinemark.com. (530) 879 0143. Feather River Cinemas; Oroville. 2690 Feather River Blvd. www.frcmovies.com. (530) 534-1885. Pageant Theater; Chico. 351 E. 6th St. www.pageantchico.com. (530) 343-0663. Paradise Cinema 7; Paradise. 6701 Clark Rd. www.paradisecinema.com. (530) 872-7800.

SKATEBOARD PARKS

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Cinemas; Mt. Shasta. 118 Morgan Way. www.catheatres.com. (530) 926-1116.

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Pat Alley Memorial Dog Park; Oroville. Fenced multi-acre dog park located in Riverbend Park. Includes off-leash open-play area, separate section for small & senior dogs, & training area. South end of Salmon Run Rd. off Montgomery St. www.frrpd.com/ parks-facilities/dog-park. (530) 533-2011. Upper Bidwell Park Off-Leash Area; Chico. A non-fenced off-leash area for dogs on the north side of Upper Park Rd. The park’s main gate opens 5am; April-Sept. gate closes 11pm & Oct.-March closes 9pm. www.chico.ca.us. (530) 896-7805.

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SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS

Kids love summer and summer camps. Engage your children in fun activities that help keep them happy and healthy while they learn new skills and gain confidence. Choose from a wide variety of innovative programs and environments that nurture and inspire non-stop exploration, imagination and fun!

BUTTE COUNTY 24th Annual Summer Arts Program www.progressiveschoolhouse.com (530) 345-5665 The Artist’s Playground “Progressive Schoolhouse,” 2400 Notre Dame Blvd., Chico Ages: 5 & up Sessions in June & July Cost: $35–$130

(Day Camps) Offering programs with one-day or multiple-day options. Children’s Art Program offers instruction in ceramics, painting, drawing, textile arts & more. An Academic Support Program for grades K-10 is comprehensive & individualized. An evening Open Studio is open to all to come create. Supports the expression & development of each individual.

Almond Country Farms Horse Camp (530) 343-1558 2304 Hutton Way, Durham Ages: 5–14 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $25

(Day Camps) Each camp day includes a riding lesson & horse care, giving the rider the experience of learning all that they would need to care for a horse of their own. Camps are offered on Tues, Wed & Thurs, 8am–12pm, thru school break.

Anthropology Museum Camp www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum (530) 898-5387 Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology, CSU, Chico Meriam Library Complex Ages: 5–11 Sessions in July Cost: $60–$80 per week

(Day Camps) In four weeks “travel the world,” explore the past, & solve mysteries. “The Amazing Race” features games & activities from many countries. Attend “CSIChico” to solve mysteries using detective techniques. “Step Into the Stone Age” explores life in the Paleolithic era. “Dragonology” explores mythic worlds of Asian & Celtic dragons.

British Soccer Camps www.challengersports.com Chico, Gridley, Oroville & Paradise Ages: 3–16 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $84–$179

(Day Camps) Experienced coaches help campers master their true potential with an innovative approach that teaches campers age-appropriate skills along with core values. Participants receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt, skills evaluation, soccer poster & British soccer jersey when registered at least 45 days prior to camp.

Camp Chico Creek www.BidwellPark.org (530) 891-4671 Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th St., Chico Ages: 5–11 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $40-$180

(Day Camps) Campers learn about & enjoy nature through guided hikes, STEM aligned natural science labs, presentations of live animals, arts & crafts, & swimming in Big Chico Creek. See how much fun learning can be! Camps run 9am-4pm with half day & extended care options. Lunch provided. Ask about their teen programs too.

Camp KidsPark www.kidspark.com (530) 894-6800 KidsPark, 2477 Forest Ave., Ste. 190, Chico Ages: 2–12 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: Varies

(Day Camps) Looking for something fun to do this summer? Kidspark summer camps have what you’re looking for! Weekly themes include “Goopy Gak Attack,” “Fun with Foods,”“Wet ‘n Wild,”“Wacky Week” & more. Sibling rates & extended hours available. Each day is packed full of adventure & fun!

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Summer Camps & Programs Chico Area Recreation & Park District Camps www.chicorec.com (530) 895-4711 545 Vallombrosa Ave., Chico Ages: 3–17 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $70–$169

(Day Camps) Chico Area Recreation & Park District (CARD) offers a wide range of camps for a variety of interests & hobbies, including sports, art, LEGOs, dance, cooking, biking, skateboarding & more! Find a complete list & descriptions of all their awesome summer camps online.

Chico Montessori Summer Camps www.chicomontessori.com (530) 342-5518 Chico Montessori Children’s House, 814 Glenn St., Chico Ages: 2.9 (potty trained)–6 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $79–$328

(Day Camps) Chico Montessori offers six educationally themed sessions throughout the summer. Session themes include: “Insects,”“Dinosaurs,”“Science Art,”“The Solar System,” & “The Five Senses.” Montessori materials will be available & there will be fun summer-time water activities each day. Half-day & full-day options available.

Disney Princesses on Parade www.chicocreekdancecentre.com (530) 893-9028 Chico Creek Dance Centre, 1144 W. First St., Chico Ages: 4–10 Session in June Cost: $150

(Day Camp) Showkids dance camp offers children an experience in the wonderful world of dance & theater. Learn several dance styles, sing, create props & crafts, & have tons of fun! Put it all together for two performances for friends & family.

Feather River Rec & Park District – Fun in the Sun www.frrpd.com (530) 533-2011 Feather River Recreation & Park District, 1875 Feather River Blvd., Oroville Ages: 5–12 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $25 per day or $200 per week depending on camp

(Day Camps) Not only does Feather River Parks & Rec have a traditional day camp, they also offer gymnastics camp, cheer tumbling camp, & LEGO camp. There is something for everyone at Feather River Parks & Rec! Find complete info online.

FunLand Extreme Fun Summer Day Camps www.funlandchico.com (530) 343-1601 Cal Skate at FunLand, 2465 Carmichael Dr., Chico. Ages: 5-12 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: Weekly sessions $130/full day or $100/half day

A fun, heart-healthy, active alternative to the “normal” summer camp! Indoor & outdoor activities will include (but are not limited to): skating, mini-golfing, batting, arts/crafts, arcade games, dodge ball, hockey & more!

Gateway AstroCamp www.gatewayscience.org (530) 898-4121 Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade, Chico Ages: Entering grades 4–9 Sessions in June & July Cost: $189–$199

(Day Camps) Campers will experience hands-on exploration into space, our solar system, & meteorology. Activities take them into the lab & under the night sky while enhancing math, physics, astronomy & general inquisition skills. The goal is to make astronomy come to life for each & every camper!

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SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS Jr. Naturalist Counselor In Training www.BidwellPark.org (530) 891-4671 Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th St., Chico. Ages: 12–17 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $0–$30 per week

(Day Camps) Teens can earn career experience working with younger kids as they spend summer in a beautiful setting while assisting camp counselors & leading games, crafts & animal care. Candidates are interviewed for selection & attend 8 weeks for 6+ hours per day. Lunch provided. Jr. Naturalists attend Nature Vacation Camp free.

Kids In Motion Summer Camps www.inmotionfitness.net (530) 895-5437 In Motion Fitness, 1293 E. 1st Ave., Chico Ages: 4–7 Sessions in June & July Cost: $95 per session

(Day Camps) Kids In Motion Summer camps will keep your kids busy with jam-packed days full of swimming, art, science, nutrition & exercise. These are great weekly camps for kids who love water fun! Camps run Mon–Fri from 9am–1pm. Each camp is limited to 18 children. We hope to see you!

Nature Vacation Camp for Teens www.BidwellPark.org (530) 891-4671 Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th St., Chico Ages: 12–17 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $30/ day or $108/week

(Day Camps) Enjoy swimming, hiking & socializing in beautiful Bidwell Park. Learn how to handle & care for the Nature Center’s animals & enjoy some natural science lab activities, art, & recreation. Choose your days of attendance to fit around other summer activities. Lunch provided.

Rockstars Summer Music Camp www.ChicoRockstars.com (530) 809-4932 Chico Rockstars School of Music, 932 W. 8th Ave., Chico Ages: 5–13+ Sessions in June Cost: $75–$85

(Day Camps) This fun & educational camp provides an introduction to various instruments: piano, ukulele, guitar & drums. We also focus on singing, movement, & basic music theory. No previous experience necessary; beginner & intermediate levels are welcome! Two sessions run Mon–Fri. Please visit ChicoRockstars.com for detailed information.

Sail Away With Ukulele www.thewrightkeys.com (530) 781-2224 The Wright Keys, 556 Vallombrosa Ave., Chico Ages: 7–14 Sessions in June & July Cost: $102

(Day Camps) Learn the basics of playing ukulele. Students learn how to play & read music through games, activities & sing-a-longs. Students receive a “travel log” to record their progress on the adventure & to keep as a reference after the expedition is over. Concludes with a fun performance.

So You Think You Can Dance Camp! www.kineticsacademyofdance.com (530) 345-2505 Kinetics Academy of Dance, 627 Broadway Ste. 100, Chico Ages: 6–12 Sessions in July & August Cost: $90–$125 per session

(Day Camps) Learn hip-hop, jazz, ballet & tap in an exciting beginner-level dance camp. Come prepared for fun! A special performance for families is featured on the last day of camp. Participants take several different dance classes each day; bring water & a snack. Call Kinetics to register & for information about dance attire.

GLENN COUNTY E.I.H. Horse Vaulting Summer Camp www.equestriansinharmony.com (530) 200-3944 Grove Farm, 3995 County Rd. S., Orland. Ages: 7–18 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $125

(Day Camps) Horse vaulting is a fun combination of gymnastics & freestyle. We start with simple moves exploring all over the horse’s back. The horse is lunged & controlled by a very experienced horse person at all times. Each camp includes stretching, vaulting on the barrel & horses, horsemanship, & games/activities.

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SHASTA COUNTY Adventure Camp www.adventurerecreationllc.com (530) 365-2235 Adventure Recreation Center, 2250 Barney Rd., Anderson Ages: 4–16 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $92–$112

(Day Camps) Come flip, jump & spin your summer away. Coaches not only teach gymnastics but also lead teambuilding activities, games, sports, & arts & crafts.

British Soccer Camps www.challengersports.com McArthur, Palo Cedro & Redding Ages: 3–16 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $76–$211

Build It Film Camps builditredding.com/summercamps (530) 638-3399 Build It, 925 Merchant St. #2, Redding Ages: 8-16 Sessions in June & July Cost: $200

(Day Camps) We are offering week-long half-day film camps: “All Girls Coding & Animation” (girls ages 8+), & “Filmmaking” (ages 10-16). All equipment provided, along with healthy snack & drinks. Students’ work will be automatically submitted to Build It Film Festival 2015.

Build It Tech Camps builditredding.com/summercamps (530) 638-3399 Build It, 925 Merchant St. #2, Redding. Ages: 6–13 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $200

(Day Camps) Offers various week-long half-day tech camps: “Fun With Tech” (ages 6-8; “LEGO Robotics” (ages 8-13); “Ultimate Tech Camp With Raspberry Pi & Arduino” (ages 8-13). All equipment provided, along with healthy snack & drinks.

Catch-Up & Keep-Up with Academics www.facebook.com/ OneonOneTutoring (530) 917-0341 One on One Tutoring, 1300 West St., Redding. Ages: 5–12 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: 50-minute session: $35/1 day, $65/2 days, $95/3 days

(Day Camps) Grade-based tutoring in math, language arts, reading & spelling. Participants keep last year’s schoolwork fresh & renewed, &/or prepare for their next grade level. Academic assessments included if needed. Specialized programs for Dyselexia, ADD, ADHD, visual/auditory memory challenges, & comprehension difficulties. 10 years tutoring experience.

Children’s Summer Art Camp with Instructor Susan Emerson Email riverart29@gmail.com (530) 921-0680 Queen Bee Studio, 8367 Placer Rd., Redding Ages: 5–14 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $30-$80, includes materials.

(Day Camps) Fun art camps taught by skilled instructor include these weekly session themes: Draw-Paint; Ooey Gooey Art; Clay & Sculpture; Draw, Paint & Create; Collage, Paper Making & Sculpture; Acrylic Painting & Watercolor; Sculpture; The Kitchen Sink of Art; Advance Drawing & Painting; & Critters. Pre-reg required.

Dance Coachella www.californiadancecompany.com (530) 365-7749 California Dance Company, 2150 Marx Way, Anderson Ages: 2–20 Sessions in June & July Cost: $100–$110

(Day Camps) Join California Dance Company for their summer program, Dance Coachella! CDC offers many different week-long camps for dancers of all ages & skill levels. See their website’s Studio Calendar for dates & pricing.

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SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS

Galaxy Gymnastics Camp galaxygymnasticsacademy.com (530) 222-4496 Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St., Redding Ages: 5–12 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $99 (early reg)–$115

(Day Camps) We offer many camp options ranging from recreational gymnastics to cheerleading & tumbling. We have camps for boys & girls. Basic instruction on all equipment. Games, crafts & water day! Camps run 9am-noon & are a fun way to spend a week!

Grant School Summer Camp www.grantpreschool.com (530) 243-0561, ext. 149 Grant Elementary School, 8835 Swasey Dr., Redding Ages: Entering 1st grade–12yrs Camps in June, July & August Cost: $3/hr (min. 8) or $120/week, + reg fee

(Day Camps) Weekly sessions run 7am-6pm. Campers enjoy a fun-filled summer while learning & growing. Morning enrichment classes include art, drama, music, math, science & computer lab. Afternoon field trips include Redding Aquatic Center, Viking Skate & more. Friday is party day with lunch provided.

Junction Preschool Summer Camp www.junctionesd.net (530) 547-3267 9087 Deschutes Rd. Palo Cedro Ages 3-5 Sessions in June & July Cost: $50-$105

Offers an assortment of activities including parachute play, sand/water play, bubbles, sidewalk art, Raising a Reader program, story time, arts & crafts, academic learning activities & more. Snacks are offered twice daily. Call for more informatio.

Kids Summer Horse Camp www.norcaltrailrides.com (530) 515-8958 NorCal Riding Stables, 21260 Hawes Rd., Anderson Ages: 6–12 Sessions in June & August Cost: $450 per 5-day session

(Day Camps) Campers have fun with horses & develop horsemanship & riding skills. Learn about a horse’s body language, grooming, cleaning hoofs, safe behavior around horses, feeding, saddling, mounting & dismounting, controlling a horse, & cleaning tack & stalls. Includes daily snacks & final day barbecue & awards ceremony with friends & family.

Multi-Sport Camp www.reddinghockey.com (530) 515-6809 Big League Dreams, 20155 Viking Way, Redding Ages: 7–14 Session in July Cost: $35–$150

(Day Camp) This Multi-Sport & Training Camp is a great way to try out many sports, including hockey, soccer, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, flag football, & many others. Includes general sports training activities & most of all, a lot of fun! Runs Mon-Fri with half-day & full-day options, or by single full day.

NBC Camps www.nbccamps.com (800) 406-3926 Simpson College & Turtle Bay Elementary School, Redding Ages: 7–19 Sessions in July Cost: $165–$485

(Residential & Day Camps) NBC Camps has become the largest overnight basketball & volleyball program in the world. Day camps offered for younger students. Athletes learn how to compete with confidence & high skill level. Several co-ed basketball camps & a girls’ volleyball camp are offered; attend one or all. See website for details.

NorCal Elite Gymnastics Camps norcalelitegymnastics.com (530) 223-5483 4425 Tenaya Ct., Redding Ages: 4–19 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $35–$190

(Day Camps) “Best Summer Camp Ever Gymnastics Camp” offer games, arts & crafts, gymnastics instruction on all equipment, weekly performances, waterslide & more. Drop in, full-day, half-day & extended care options. Campers grouped by age.

Redding Recreation’s Summer Adventures www.reddingrecreation.org (530) 225-4095 Caldwell Park, Enterprise Park, Redding & Shasta Lake Schools - Ages 5–12 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $35–$130

(Day Camps) Camps designed for making close friends & fond memories. Park-like settings, safe locations & highly trained, enthusiastic staff. Weekly themes, fun field trips, swim days at the Aquatic Center, innovative crafts, & awesome games. Check website for details. Camps fill fast, pre-register soon.

Riverview Summer Day Camp www.riverviewgolf.net (530) 224-2255 Riverview Golf & Country Club, 4200 Bechelli Lane, Redding Ages: Entering grades K–5 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $100–$145, + 1-time reg fee

(Day Camps) Campers enjoy crafts, team building, cooking, a variety of games, golf & tennis with trained staff, & daily swimming. Snacks & lunch provided. Choose up to 10 weekly themed sessions that run Mon–Fri, 7am–6pm, with 3-day or 5-day options. Discounts for members & early reg. Enjoy the summer with us!

Sew Much Fun – Hokema’s Kids Sewing Camp www.hokemas.net (530) 223-1970 Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Lane, Redding Ages: Grades 4–12 Sessions in June & July Cost: $100 per session + supplies

(Day Camps) Kids love to sew! Christie’s sewing skills & winning ways with children have made these camps popular. Participants enjoy great summer fun while learning a valuable skill. Sessions run Mon–Thur, 2.5 hours per day. Machines are provided; supply list available upon registration.

Shasta Rock Club www.shastarockclub.com (530) 567-4086 1835 Keystone Court, Redding Ages: 6–17 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $30–$300

(Day Camps) Introduce your child to rock climbing in a safe & supportive environment that emphasizes safety, technique & problem solving. The camps cultivate your child’s confidence, & help your child learn, improve & have a blast climbing.

Summer of Fun www.ci.anderson.ca.us (530) 378-6656 City of Anderson Community Services/Parks & Recreation Ages: 5–18 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: Varies by camp

(Day Camps) Affordable fun in Anderson in a safe environment with caring staff! Includes a free, six-week drop-in summer program for youth held at Anderson River Park. Learn to swim with great instructors. Paid camps include football, cheer & dance. Some scholarships available for qualifying families.

Summer Theatre Academy www.harris-studios.com (530) 515-7151 Harris Studios, 1852 Buenaventura Blvd. #3, Redding - Ages: 7–20 Session in July Cost: $375–$395; sibling discount offered

(Day Camp) Summer Theatre Academy is a fourweek intensive that includes instruction in acting, dancing & singing for musical theatre. All instructors are professionally trained & experienced theatre professionals. The program will conclude with a fully staged community production. The program is for youth interested in exploring & expanding their musical theatre skills.

The Redding Arts Project Summer Dance & Theatre Intensive Camp Broadway www.thereddingartsproject.com (530) 245-1019. The Redding Arts Project, 1726 Market St., Redding Ages: All ages - Sessions in July & August. Cost: Visit website or call

(Day Camps) The Redding Arts Project offers ongoing summer classes in dance, voice & theatre for all ages, including Redding Theatre Company’s Camp Broadway, a six-week theatre camp. 2015’s camp culminates in a full-length production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” Visit their website for details & to register online, or come see us at the RAP!

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SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS Turtle Bay’s Summer Camp Adventures www.turtlebay.org/learn/camps (530) 242-3108 Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr., Redding Ages: Grades 1–6 Sessions in June & July Cost: $90–$180

(Day Camps) Turtle Bay Exploration Park is proud to present their Summer Exploration Camps program. Join naturalists for hands-on explorations into nature, science & how things work! Every camp day includes creative arts & crafts, & plenty of fun & games.

Whiskeytown Environmental School www.shastacoe.org/wes (530) 225-0111 10106 Paige Bar Rd., Whiskeytown. Ages: 4–14 Sessions in June & July Cost: $185–$275 Cost: Visit website or call

(Day Camps) “Outdoor Adventure Camps” include daily hiking & choice of afternoon activities, including kayaking, fishing, swimming/wading, games, gold panning, arts & crafts, singing & more. “Exploration Camps” visit special sites: Explore a cavern, mine for gems, swim in a lake, hike in mountains, pan for gold, watch mud pots boil & more.

YMCA Summer Day Camp www.sfymca.org (530) 246-9622 Manzanita School, 1240 Manzanita Hills Ave., Redding. Ages: 2–14 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $115–$135

(Day Camps) Located on the park-like campus of Manzanita School, Y Day Camp fills summer days with well-planned, fun, theme-based activities including weekly field trip experiences. Camp hours are 7am6pm & families may choose a 3-day or 5-day schedule. Morning & afternoon snacks provided. Preschool camp serves ages 2-5. License #455406288.

YourArt Summer Art Camps www.yourartclub.org (530) 605-0430 YourArt Studio, 660 Azalea Ave, Ste. B, Redding Ages: 4–12 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $36 daily; $110 weekly

(Day Camps) In each 4-day session, campers engage in drawing two different pieces & explore a variety of mediums specific to each drawing using different styles of art! Session topics: “Blossom into Summer,”“Down by the Bay,”“Foods,”“Nature’s Wild Side,”“Selfie,”“Out of the Woods,”“Sky Scrapers,”“Shasta County,” & “Celebrations.”

YMCA Camp McCumber www.sfymca.org (530) 246-9622 Camp McCumber, 35440 Deer Flat Rd., Shingletown Ages: 8–17 Sessions in July Cost: $365–$395

(Residential Camp) Nestled on the banks of Lake McCumber, YMCA Camp McCumber is a week-long camp deeply rooted in the Y’s camping traditions. Activities focus on building character & leadership skills, making new friends, nightly campfires filled with songs & skits, waterfront activities, archery, hiking & lots of outdoor fun!

SISKIYOU COUNTY British Soccer Camps www.challengersports.com Yreka & Fort Jones Ages: 3–14 Sessions in June Cost: $77–$109

Camp Broadway www.shastastudios.net (530) 235-6222 College of the Siskiyous , 800 College Ave., Weed Ages: 8–15 Session starts in July Cost: $65

(Day Camp) 3rd annual professional theater camp directed by Emmy Award winning Broadway performer Wendy James. This year campers present Peter Pan, Jr., with 40 roles available. Children attend Monday – Thursday half days, & learn singing, dancing, acting, set/costume design, performance techniques & more.

Headwaters Adventures Day Camps & Summer Programs www.msrec.org (530) 926-2494 Mt. Shasta City Park, 1315 Nixon Rd., Mt. Shasta Ages: Call for info Sessions in June, July & August Cost: Varies

(Day Camps) Mt. Shasta Recreation District’s summer programs include Siskiyou Junior Golf, Junior Giants Baseball, & themed weekly camp sessions that include art, nature studies, field trips & adventures! Dunsmuir & Weed community pools are open for lessons, swim times & pool-time rentals. Call for summer programs dates, times & cost.

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Melo Summer Arts & Crafts www.ameloplace.com (530) 859-1296 A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St., Mt. Shasta. Ages: 5–15 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $10–180

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(Day Camps) A Melo Place offers a variety of arts & crafts, puppetry, & music sessions that can be taken individually or as a set. Includes an illustration camp of six sessions facilitated by a professional illustrator, & a series of workshops with a “fairies & magical creatures” theme. Call for more information.

TEHAMA COUNTY British Soccer Camps www.challengersports.com Red Bluff. Ages: 3–16 Sessions in July & August Cost: $76–$211

Princess & Pirate Camp redbluffperformingartscentre.com (530) 255-4180 Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre, 1325 Vista Way, Red Bluff Ages: 3-9 Sessions in July Cost: $150

(Day Camps) Children’s imaginations come to life as they meet princesses & pirates from their favorite stories. They will dance, sing, act, craft & play the week away with their friends at this magical camp.

SERRF Maker Camps tehamaschools.org/department/serrf (530) 527-5811 Various Tehama County locations Ages: Grades K–8 Sessions start in June Cost: $30–$60

(Day Camps) Offers various “maker” activities including STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art & math), reading clubs & incentive programs, field trips, recreation & sports & more. Most programs provide breakfast & lunch & some limited transportation. Call or visit website for specific information.

SRDC Summer Day Camps sacramentoriverdiscoverycenter.com (530) 527-1196 Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale Lane, Red Bluff Ages: 6–12 Sessions in June & July Cost: $50–$60 per session

(Day Camps) Campers enjoy hands-on learning experiences featuring variety of science topics. Weekly camp themes include: “Plants,” “Invertebrates,”“Fish,” “Amphibians & Reptiles,”“Birds,” & “Mammals.” Camps are held in the Mendocino National Forest’s Red Bluff Recreation Area & run Mon-Fri, 8am–noon. Come join the fun!

OTHER AREA CAMPS Bar 717 Ranch / Camp Trinity www.bar717.com (530) 628-5992 Star Route Box 150, Hayfork Ages: 8–16 Sessions in June, July & August (Cost: $1500/one week, $2900/two weeks

(Residential Camps) Since 1930, the Camp Trinity has welcomed children to live, work & play on 450 acres of pristine wilderness. Today, the pioneer traditions of cooperation, resourcefulness & respect for the land are the foundation for wholesome summers filled with fun & friendship, rewarding new experiences, & a deep connection with nature.

Camp Grizzly www.campgrizzly.org Located at Wilseyville, CA V/TTY (916) 349-7500 Ages: 7–18 Sessions in August Cost: $450; some tuition assistance may be available.

(Residential Camp). Camp for ages 7-14; Counselorsin-training program for ages 15-18. Open to campers who are: deaf or hard of hearing; kids of deaf adults (KODA); & kids who have a deaf sibling. Counselors are either deaf, hard of hearing, and/or fluent in sign language. Camps provide challenges & achievements in sports, recreation, educational programs, teambuilding, mentoring & more.

ScienceWorks Summer Camp scienceworksmuseum.org/camps (541) 482-6767 ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum, 1500 E. Main St., Ashland, OR Ages: 5–18 Sessions in June, July & August Cost: $135–$280

(Day Camps) ScienceWorks Summer Camps are an opportunity for children to feed their curiosity & make science come to life! Sessions are taught by outstanding instructors who bring experience & enthusiasm to a wide range of cool explorations. Topics include engineering, chemistry, tinkering, wildlife & more.

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HEALTH Also see Healthy Foods Section • Birth: Birthing Classes • Birth: Obstetricians, Midwives & Doulas • Birth: Prenatal, Postpartum & Breastfeeding Support • Dental: Low-Cost Clinics & Resources • Dental: Pediatric Dentistry • Hospitals • Natural Health • Physicians: Family Practice / Pediatricians • Smoking Cessation • Vision Therapy, Vision Screening & Pediatric Eye Exams

BIRTH: BIRTHING CLASSES

Childbirth classes are a great way to prepare for labor and birth and are available through a hospital or independent childbirth instructor. With a variety of approaches and techniques to choose from (and a little research) you can find the one that will meet your needs.

BUTTE COUNTY

Breastfeeding in Paradise; Paradise, Chico & Oroville. Private childbirth classes. Mikalia Dyer, IBCLC. www.breastfeedinginparadise.com. (530) 570-0278. Enloe Medical Center Mother & Baby Care Center; Chico. www.enloe.org/baby. (530) 332-3970. Feather River Hospital Healthy Mothers; Paradise. www.frhosp.org/medical/ women/education.php. (530) 876-2518. Feather River Hospital Midwifery Services; Chico & Paradise. www.buttebabies.com. Chico: (530) 345-4471; Paradise: (530) 872-7579. Sacred Beginnings-Serra Wells; Chico. www.sacredbeginnings.org. (530) 321-6477.

SHASTA COUNTY

Birthing From Within; Redding. www.lunanurtures.com. (530) 356-2843. Grace Doulas; Redding. Bradley Method. www.gracedoulas.com. Patty Montenegro (530) 515-5778 & Carolee Abbott (530) 224-9024. Mercy Medical Center Maternity Center; Redding. www.redding.mercy.org. (530) 246-3729.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Fairchild Medical Center; Yreka. www.fairchildmed.org. (530) 842-4121. Mercy Medical Center; Mt. Shasta. www.mercymtshasta.org. (530) 926-6239. Sally Cooper, LM; Mt. Shasta. Natural birth 6-week class series. (530) 859-3949.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Grace Doulas. Bradley Method. www.gracedoulas.com. Patty Montenegro (530) 515-5778 & Carolee Abbott (530) 224-9024. St. Elizabeth Community Hospital; Red Bluff. http://redbluff.mercy.org. (888) 628-1948.

HEALTH BIRTH: OBSTETRICIANS, MIDWIVES & DOULAS OBSTETRICIANS

To find an OB/GYN in your area, choose from the list below of medical doctors who specialize in the management of pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, the female reproductive system, obstetrical and gynecological care.

BUTTE COUNTY

Ainsworth, Ronald E., MD; Paradise. 771-AA Buschmann Rd. (530) 877-8640. Anderson, Deborah J., MD; Paradise. 6283 Clark Rd. Ste. 8. (530) 872-2229. Bazzani, Matthew, MD; Oroville. 2809 Olive Hwy Ste. 260. (530) 532-8181. Bippart, Peter, MD; Oroville. 2809 Olive Hwy Ste. 260. (530) 532-8636. Brooks, Joseph, MD; Chico. 1430 Esplanade Ste. 3. (530) 345-5278. Bunchien, Arin, MD; Paradise. 6283 Clark Rd. #5 (530) 877-5083. Cafferata, Lindsey M., MD; Chico. www.chicoobgyn.com. 1405 Magnolia Ave. Ste. A. (530) 332-5080. Dovre’, Per A., MD; Paradise. 6283 Clark Rd. Ste. 8. (530) 872-2229. Gutierrez, Rigoberto, MD; Oroville. 2809 Olive Hwy. Ste. 370. (530) 538-9410. Hanchett, Ross, MD; Paradise. 6283 Clark Rd. #5 (530) 877-5083. Johansson, Karl, MD; Oroville. 2809 Olive Hwy. Ste. 260. (530) 532-8636. Lazaro, Steven, MD; Chico. www.chicoobgyn.com. 1665 Esplanade. (530) 332-5070. Mazen, Jr., Walter, MD; Chico. 1665 Esplanade. (530) 332-5070. Mellum, Scott, MD; Chico. 101 W. 2nd Ave. (530) 894-8944. Schwabe, Mark, MD; Chico. 1645 Esplanade Ste. 4. (530) 342-0595. Torricelli, Holly, NP; Oroville. 2809 Olive Hwy. Ste. 260. (530) 532-8636. Unterseher, Raleigh, MD; Chico. 1315 Esplanade. (530) 332-9288. Valcarenghi, Maurice, MD; Chico. 635 W. East Ave. (530) 343-2024. Wenberg, Alicia, MD; Chico. 1665 Esplanade. (530) 332-5070.

SHASTA COUNTY

Keurentjes, Amy, DO; Redding. 2626 Edith Ave. #B. (530) 244-2130. Nasise, Norman, MD; Redding. 1555 E. St. Ste. 200. (530) 245-0777. Orlino-Oliva, Editha, MD; Redding. 2135 Airpark Dr. (530) 241-5272. Perry, Thomas J., MD; Redding. 2626 Edith Ave. #B. (530) 244-2130. Serr, Cheryl, MD; Redding. 1842 Buenaventura Blvd. (530) 225-8500. Skipitis, Gregory, MD; Redding. 2626 Edith Ave. #B. (530) 244-2130. Van Kirk, Samuel, MD; Redding. www.samvankirk.com. 2139 Airpark Dr. (530) 247-0270. Williams, Rene, MD; Redding. 2626 Edith Ave. #B. (530) 244-2130. Women’s Healthcare Associates; Redding. Pena, Jorge, MD & Mooney, Richard, MD & Hanh, Cline PA-C. 2420 Sonoma St. (530) 246-4455.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Andrews, Leslie, MD; Mt. Shasta. 824 Pine St. (530) 926-4528. Duncan, Christal, MD; Yreka. 475 Bruce St. Ste. 500. (530) 842-1267. Higer, Deborah, MD; Mt. Shasta. 725 Pine St. (530) 926-4556. Holst, David, MD; Mt. Shasta. 824 Pine St. (530) 926-4528. Swenson, Richard E., MD; Yreka. 1501 S. Oregon St. (530) 842-2062.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Nasise, Norman, MD; Red Bluff. 2526 Sister Mary Columba Dr. (530) 529-0991. Shea, Theodore, MD; Red Bluff. 2490 Sister Mary Columba Dr. (530) 529-2966.

MIDWIVES

Midwife means “with woman.” Many expecting mothers find that midwives offer a caring and supportive womencentered approach to birth. Midwives offer professional care during pregnancy, birth & postpartum, in varied settings including private homes, clinics, birthing centers and hospitals.

BUTTE COUNTY

Karen Aronson, NP; Chico. www.chicoobgyn.com. 1665 Esplanade. (530) 895-0423. Paula Emigh, Licensed Midwife; Chico. 1032 Sarah Ave. (530) 345-7994. Feather River Midwifery Services; Chico & Paradise: Lisa Catteral, CNM Cheryl Struve, CNM Ann Wright, CNM www.buttebabies.com. Chico: 1617 Esplanade. (530) 345-4471. Paradise: 771 Buschmann Rd. Ste. L. (530) 872-7579. Dena Moes, CNM; Chico. www.chicomidwife.com. 689 E. 18th St. (530) 828-9435. Camille Panighetti, NP; Chico. www.chicoobgyn.com. 1665 Esplanade. (530) 895-0423.

SHASTA COUNTY

Nora McNeill, RN, LM; Redding. www.reddingmidwife.com. (530) 241-1141

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Sally Cooper, CPM, LM; Mt. Shasta. 304 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 859-3949.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama Women’s Health Specialists; Red Bluff. 2490 Sister Mary Columba Dr. (530) 529-2966. Sally Cox, NP CNM Pam Stewart, CNM Theodore Shea, MD

DOULAS

Many women find great reassurance in having a birth doula by their side during labor and after delivery. Professionally trained, the doula (or birth companion) offers emotional support and physical assistance that can help women have a safe, informative and empowering childbirth experience.

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BUTTE, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES

AmyBeth Ahl-Wright (Butte). Postpartum doula. www.paradiseblessedbeginnings. weebly.com. (530) 521-4619. Amanda Bishop (Tehama). Certified birth doula. www.essentialdoula.com. (661) 246-7518. Anne Junge (Butte & Tehama). Certified birth doula. www.happypushing.weebly. com. (530) 592-7887. Chico Doula Circle (Butte). Birth doulas providing shared on-call birth support services. www.chicodoulacircle.com. (530) 518-0421. Grace Doulas (Shasta & Tehama). www.gracedoulas.com. Birth doulas: Carolee Abbott, (530) 224-9024; Patty Montenegro, (530) 515-5778. Kimberly Humble (Butte). Birth doula. (530) 893-5153. Kristen Schneeweis (Shasta); birth doula. (530) 828-6172. Jarynna Chua, MFT (Butte). Birth doula, prenatal & postpartum counseling. (530) 966-5391. Sacred Beginnings, Serra Wells (Butte). Birth doula. www.sacredbeginnings.org. (530) 321-6477. Shannon Lane (Shasta & Tehama). Birth & prenatal doula. (303) 260-8616. Sorrell Bobrink (Butte). Certified birth doula. (530) 990-8540. Stacey Cairns (Shasta). Birth doula, postpartum doula & massage therapist. (530) 222-4655. The Doula Alliance (Shasta, Siskiyou & Tehama). A network of doulas & other birth professionals in the Greater Redding area. Birth doulas & doula training. www.doulaalliance.com. (707) 498-5361.

BIRTH: PRENATAL, POSTPARTUM & BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

Allow your entire birthing experience to be one of confidence & joy. Programs, kits, classes & workshops are available to support the prenatal, birth & postpartum care of you and your child from birth to early preschool. Also see categories Family & Community Resource Centers in the Parenting Support section; & Bellycasting in The Arts section; & Birthing Classes, & Obstetricians, Midwives & Doulas in this section.

MULTIPLE COUNTIES

Early Head Start. Offers home-based & center-based programs including classes, workshops, support groups & playgroups for parents & their children ages prenatal– 3yrs, including children w/disabilities. Helps make individual development plans for each child & offers parenting, health & nutrition resources. Some centers offer full-day & part-day childcare programs. Find a local Early Head Start program by using the Head Start Locator online at www.tinyurl.com/HeadStartLocations or call these offices in your county: NCCDI Tehama County Head Start & Early Head Start. 220 Sycamore St. Ste. 200, Red Bluff. (530) 529-1500. (877) 224-7772.

HEALTH Shasta Head Start, Inc. 375 Lake Blvd. Ste. 100, Redding. www.shskids.org. (530) 241-1036. Siskiyou Early Head Start. www.siskiyoucoe.net. 1 Child’s Way, Yreka. (530) 842-8493. Kit For New Parents. First 5 California offers a free ‘Kit for New Parents’ typically available at hospitals & at family/ community resources centers. The award-winning Kit is packed with info on everything from prenatal care to finding a quality preschool, & includes: an educational DVD, Advice for New Parents reference book, Puppy & Friends touch-andfeel board book, & much more. Available in multiple languages. www.ccfc.ca.gov/ parents or 1-800-KIDS-025. The Mothers Milk Bank; serving CA & other states. Nonprofit organization providing human milk to preterm infants & children who are unable to digest other sources of nutrition. Based in San Jose, CA. Milk donations needed. www.mothersmilk. org. Toll-free (877) 375-6645 or (408) 998-4550, Spanish-speaking assistance available. WIC Breastfeeding Support; Redding. Services offered to qualifying clients include childbirth, breastfeeding & lactation support services, breastpump loans/rentals & support groups. Dads welcome. Free for WIC clients. 1220 Sacramento St. (530) 225-5168 or (530) 229-8441.

BUTTE COUNTY

Breastfeeding In Paradise; Chico, Paradise & Oroville. Private one-on-one Lactation Consultation. Mikalia Dyer, IBCLC. www.breastfeedinginparadise.com. (530) 570-0278. Jarynna Chua, MFT (Butte). Prenatal & postpartum counseling. (530) 966-5391. La Leche League; Chico. Nonprofit, nonsectarian organization offers mother-to-mother breastfeeding support meetings & telephone support. www.lllnorcal.org/groups/ChicoCA.html. Helpline: (530) 487-4109. Mother Roots Placenta Encapsulation; serving Butte & Tehama Counties. Amber Dayney, certified independent encapsulation specialist. www.motherrootsplacenta.com. (530) 513-4049. The Nest; Chico. A parenting & wellness resource center offering caring & compassionate support & education to women, infants & their families. Emphasizes pregnancy & birth services. Classes, workshops, support groups & services. www.thenestchico.com. 7 Governors Lane. (530) 828-1900.

SHASTA COUNTY

Amber Health Care for Women; Redding. Offers individualized pregnancy & gynecological care with a medical team committed to educating & empowering women. 1842 Buenaventura Blvd. (530) 225-8500. Generations of Women; Redding. Offers services in obstetrics & gynecology, providing personalized, up-to-date & complete care for women of all ages. 2626 Edith Ave. Ste. B. www.generationsofwomen.net. (530) 244-2130.

La Leche League of Greater Redding. International, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization offering breastfeeding support to pregnant & breastfeeding moms. Monthly meetings & telephone support. Free. www.facebook.com/ reddingcalalecheleague. Nancy (530) 242-0134. Jula (bilingual en Español), (530) 221-4720. Luna Bodywork Studio & Northstate Pre & Post; Redding. Certified lactation educator offers breastfeeding support to breastfeeding moms. www.lunabodywork. com. (530) 356-0477. Women's Health Physical Therapy; Redding. Brande Moffatt, MPT, PRPC, offers individualized pelvic floor physical therapy in a safe, supportive & motivating environment. Services include exercise prescriptions for women during pregnancy & postpartum. www.brandemoffatt.com. 1822 Buenaventura Blvd. Ste. 103. (530) 242-1728.

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Complete Women’s Care • 3-D Ultrasound/4-D New in-office procedures for women with heavy menstrual cycles New services for bladder control

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SISKIYOU COUNTY

Public Health Department Breastfeeding Services; Yreka. Breastfeeding support & education, breast pump loan programs for those who don’t qualify for WIC. 810 S. Main St. (530) 841-2140. Siskiyou Nurse Family Partnership® Home Visiting Program; Siskiyou County. For firsttime pregnant women, must be enrolled by 28th week of pregnancy, goes through age 2. No-cost comprehensive program includes individualized services, baby curriculum, books, resource binder, etc. 810 S. Main St., Yreka. (530) 841-2123. WIC Breastfeeding Support; Yreka. Free breastfeeding education, support & breast pump loans for WIC clients. (530) 841-2170.

Gregory A. Skipitis, MD, FACOG Thomas J. Perry, MD, FACOG Rene E. Williams, MD, FACOG Amy Keurentjes, DO

Board Certified Experience You Want 2626 Edith Ave., Ste B · Redding · (530) 244-2130

TEHAMA COUNTY

La Leche League; Red Bluff. International, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization helping moms to breastfeed. Monthly meetings on 2nd Thurs, 11am @ Sunrise Bible Fellowship, corner of Cedar & Jackson Streets. Telephone support available. Babies & children welcome. D’Lorah, (530) 526-6818. Jula (bilingual en Español), (530) 221-4720. Mother Roots Placenta Encapsulation; serving Butte & Tehama Counties. Amber Dayney, certified independent encapsulation specialist. www.motherrootsplacenta.com. (530) 513-4049. St. Elizabeth Community Hospital; Red Bluff. St. Elizabeth offers childbirth classes & educational support after baby is home to make sure parents & infants have a healthy start. www.redbluff.mercy.org. 2550 Sister Mary Columba Dr. (530) 529-8000. Tehama Women’s Health Specialists; Red Bluff. Prenatal support. 2490 Sister Mary Columba Dr. (530) 529-2966.

DENTAL: LOW-COST CLINICS & RESOURCES California Dental Association. National association offering dental information. Includes “Patient & Community Resources” & “Find a CDA Dentist” sections. www.cda.org. 1201 K St., Sacramento. (800) 232-7645.

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Give Kids a Smile Day; most counties. American Dental Association annual event. Participating dentists offer free dental screenings & services for qualifying children who do not have dental coverage. Held each Feb. www.ada.org/givekidsasmile.aspx. Info: Southern Butte County: Butte-Sierra District Dental Society, www.buttesierradds.org, (530) 265-2569; Northern Butte, Shasta, Siskiyou & Tehama Counties: Northern California Dental Society, www.ncdsonline.org. (530) 527-6764.

BUTTE COUNTY

Access Dental; Chico. Offers discount for those without insurance. 1010 Mangrove Ave, #A/B. www.tinyurl.com/ accessdentalchico. (530) 342-7500. AMPLA Health Dental; Chico. www.tinyurl. com/ChicoFamilyDental. Sliding scale program for people without insurance. 236 W. East Ave. Ste. H. (530) 342-6065. Feather River Dental Clinic; Paradise. Open to anyone who has only Medi-Cal insurance. www.frhosp.org/medical/ health_clinic.php. 5125 Skyway. (530) 876-2545. Northern Valley Indian Health; Chico. Dental clinic serving all people. Offers sliding scale for those without insurance. nvih.org. 845 W. East Ave. (530) 896-9400. Northern Valley Indian Health Mobile Dental Unit; For children ages 0-7, & pregnant women. Fully equipped dental clinic comes to regular Butte Co. locations every 3-4 months: Roseville, Williams &

HEALTH Chico (including Chapman Elementary School & Chico Children’s Center). Accepts all insurance, sliding scale available. (530) 520-6913. Western Dental; Chico. westerndental.com. Offers payment plan for those without insurance. Two Chico locations: 2471 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 170, (530) 894-9040; & 1016 Skyway Blvd., (530) 781-1270.

SHASTA COUNTY

Hill Country Health & Wellness Center Dental Clinic; Round Mountain. Offers sliding scale & payment programs for those without insurance. www. hillcountryclinic.org. 29632 Hwy 299 East. (530) 337-6244. Pit River Health Service; Burney. For all children under ages 21, must have Medi-Cal or another form of insurance. For adults, must have Medi-Cal or be of Native American heritage. 36977 Park Ave. pitriverhealthservice.org. (530) 335-3651. Shasta Community Health Dental. Three locations. Offers sliding scale program for Shasta County residents without insurance. www.shastahealth.org. Anderson: 2801 Silver St. (530) 365-3147. Shasta Lake City: 4215 Front St. (530) 276-9129. Redding: 1400 Market St. Ste. 8103. (530) 247-7253. Shasta Lake Community Health Center Dental Clinic; Shasta Lake City. shastahealth.org. Offers sliding scale program for Shasta County residents without insurance. 4215 Front St. (530) 276-9129.

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Shasta Regional Medical Center; Redding. www.shastaregional.com. 1100 Butte St. (530) 244-5400.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Fairchild Medical Center; Yreka. www.fairchildmed.org. 444 Bruce St. (530) 842-4121. Mercy Medical Center; Mt. Shasta. www.mercymtshasta.org. 914 Pine St. (530) 926-6111.

Greenville Rancheria Dental; Red Bluff. Offers dental services for all people. www.greenvillerancheria.com. 343 Oak St. (530) 528-3488. Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc.; Red Bluff. Serving all people. Offers sliding scale for those without insurance. nvih. org. 2500 N. Main St. (530) 529-2567. Northern Valley Indian Health Mobile Dental Unit. For children ages 0-7, & pregnant women. Fully equipped dental clinic comes to regular Tehama Co. locations every 3-4 months in Corning & Los Molinos. Accepts all insurance, sliding scale available. (530) 520-6913. Rolling Hills Dental. www.rhclinic.org. Sliding scale programs for those without insurance. Corning: 740 Solano St. (530) 690-2827. Red Bluff: 2540 Sister Mary Columba Dr. (530) 690-2778.

DENTAL: PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Imagine your child excited about going to the dentist! Pediatric dentists help make your child’s visit a happy & friendly experience where your child feels safe, cared for & relaxed.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Pediatric Dentistry; Promotes oral health for children ages infants through age 12 (new patients to age 11); also children & adults with special needs. 2775 Esplanade. (530) 893-4044. www.chicopediatricdentistry.com. Erick Roos, DDS & Ann Tornabene, DDS.

SHASTA COUNTY

Sheva Nickravesh, DDS, PC. Child & adolescent dentistry; also children & adults with special needs. 2315 North Bechelli Lane St. C. (530) 605-3523. www.pediatricdentistryredding.com.

HOSPITALS

In addition to medical care, hospitals offer classes, support groups, volunteer opportunities, community outreach programs & more.

BUTTE COUNTY

Enloe Medical Center; Chico. enloe.org. 1531 Esplanade. (530) 332-7300. Feather River Hospital; Paradise. frhosp.org. 5974 Pentz Rd. (530) 877-9361. Oroville Hospital; Oroville. orovillehospital. com. 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 533-8500.

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TEHAMA COUNTY

St. Elizabeth Community Hospital; Red Bluff. www.redbluff.mercy.org. 2550 Sister Mary Columba Dr. (530) 529-8000

NATURAL HEALTH BUTTE COUNTY

Digestion Relief Center; Chico. Focus is on improving digestion & reducing food sensitivities, without the harmful side effects of drugs. Scientific approach helps clients improve diet, digestion & elimination. www.digestionreliefcenter. com. 2639 Forest Ave. Ste. 100. (530) 899-8741.

SHASTA COUNTY

Chiropractic First; Redding. Offers state-of-the-art spine & posture rehabilitation using the most advanced, evidence-based technique, delivered with a loving touch. www.chirofirst.net. 1435 Market St. (530) 243-0889. Cosh Chiropractic Care & Wellness Center; Redding. Offers chiropractic care & massage. Specializes in pediatrics & infants. www.coshchiro.com. 2007 Pine St. (530) 244-1185. Radiant Sun Acupuncture, Inc.; Redding. Women’s health, pediatrics & pain management. Accepts most insurance plans. Erica Shepard, MAcOM, L.Ac. State Board Licensed Acupuncturist. www.radiantsunacu.com. 3665 Eureka Way. (530) 605-3811.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

North Star Naturopathic Medicine; Mt. Shasta. Dr. Christina Caselli, ND provides integrative primary care for the whole family. Special interests include food allergies, irritable bowel complaints, cardiovascular disease, environmental medicine & women’s health. www.NorthStarMedicine.com. 101 Old McCloud Rd. (530) 925-3221.

SHASTA COUNTY

Chiropractic Care & Wellness Center

Conditions Treated: Growing Pains • Headaches • Back & Neck Pain Bedwetting • Colic • Allergies • Asthma • Ear Infections • ADHD

2007 Pine St., Redding • (530) 244-1185 • coshchiro.com

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Butte Valley Health Center; Dorris. www.mtnvalleyhc.org. 610 West Third St. (530) 397-8411.

Mayers Memorial Hospital District; Fall River Mills. www.mayersmemorial.com. 43563 Hwy 299 East. (530) 336-5511. Mercy Medical Center; Redding. www.redding.mercy.org. 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530) 225-6000. Northern California Rehabilitation Hospital; Redding. www.norcalrehab.com. 2801 Eureka Way. (530) 246-9000.

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Specialists In Children’s Oral Health Infants – Teens

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Erik H. Roos, D.D.S., INC. Ann L. Tornabene, D.D.S., M.S. diplomates, american board of pediatric dentistry 2775 Esplanade • Chico • Call 530-893-4044 www.chicopediatricdentistry.com

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PHYSICIANS: FAMILY PRACTICE / PEDIATRICIANS

Wassermann, Paul, MD (PD); Chico. 1430 Esplanade Ste. 5. (530) 891-0553. Wood, James, MD (PD); Chico. 572 Rio Lindo Ave. Ste. 203. (530) 342-4860.

BUTTE COUNTY

Braemer, Lloyd, MD (PD); Redding. 1135 West St. (530) 246-7337. Carter, Duane, MD (PD); Cottonwood. 20833 Long Branch Dr. (530) 347-3418. Grandaw, Peter, MD (PD); Redding. 1892 Buenaventura Blvd. (530) 243-9478. Holscher, Donna, MD (FP); Cottonwood. 20833 Long Branch Dr. (530) 347-3418. Hu, Hsiao-Ping, MD (PD); Redding. 1832 Buenaventura Blvd #A. (530) 244-0564. Lagoc, Raileen, MD (PD); Redding. 1850 Rosaline Ave. (530) 244-6534. Orloff, Feoktist, MD (FP); Redding. 2787 Eureka Way. (530) 243-1552

Pediatricians & family doctors both provide care for children.

SHASTA COUNTY

Alino, Alice, MD (PD); Oroville. 2809 Olive Hwy. #270. (530) 533-4422. Asarian, John, MD (PD); Chico. 10 Governors Ln. (530) 343-8522. Brown, Elisa, MD (PD; Chico. 194 Cohasset Rd. (530) 893-2303. Daniyan, Samuel A., MD (PD); Paradise. 6480 Pentz Rd. Ste. E. (530) 877-5437. Logan, James R., MD (PD); Paradise. 6480 Pentz Rd. Ste. E. (530) 877-5437. Mallory, Susan L., MD (PD); Paradise. 6480 Pentz Rd. Ste. E. (530) 877-5437. Morcos-Gannon, Daniela, MD (PD); Chico. 643 W. East Ave. (530) 899-2981. Neal, Eric, MD (PD); Oroville. 2809 Olive Hwy. #330. (530) 533-0774. Stanley, Robert, MD (PD); Chico. 1427 Magnolia Ave. (530) 896-1446. Sullivan, Kathleen, MD (PD); Chico. 194 Cohasset Rd. (530) 893-2303. Tedford, Patrick, MD (PD); Chico. 643 W. East Ave. (530) 342-0502.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Broeckel, William, MD (PD); Yreka. 475 Bruce St. (530) 841-4980. Cohn, Alan, DO (FP); Mt. Shasta. 101 Old McCloud Rd. (530) 926-5100. Higer, Deborah, MD (FP); Mt. Shasta. 725 Pine St. (530) 926-4556.

Holst, David, MD (FP); Mt. Shasta. 824 Pine St. (530) 926-4528. LaGro, Ronald, MD (FP); Mt. Shasta. 824 Pine St. (530) 926-4528. Miller, Jill, MD (FP); Lake Shastina. 16337 Everhart Dr. (530) 938-2297. Miller, Phillip, MD (FP); Lake Shastina. 16337 Everhart Dr. (530) 938-2297. Sternberg, Harvey, MD (FP); Weed. 50 Alamo Ave. (530) 938-3491. Swenson, Vina, MD (PD); Yreka. 1501 S. Oregon St. (530) 842-2062.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Lassen Medical Group Physicians 2450 Sister Mary Columba Dr., Red Bluff. (530) 527-0414. Family Practice (Cottonwood): Abaya, Romeo, MD. Fish, Larry W., DO. McDaniel, Dan E., MD. Moehring, Kurt, DO. Shahatit, Bashar, MD. Shoop, Lee. E., MD. Villapena, Geraldine, CID, MD. Pediatrics (Red Bluff ): Cholidakis, Rachel, MD. Frantz, Kimberli, MD. Ndagano, Anette, MD. Quintal, Patrick, MD. Volquartsen, Dale, MD.

SMOKING CESSATION

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Thinking of quitting? Get the support you need by choosing a quit-plan that works for you! Below are classes and programs to help you stay focused, confident, motivated and smoke-free. American Cancer Society; Nationwide. www.cancer.org. (800) 227-2345. American Lung Association; Nationwide. www.lungusa.org. (800) LUNG-USA. California Smokers’ Helpline. Free, confidential resource that doubles your chances of successfully quitting smoking. Offers assistance & information in a variety of languages. Operated by the University of California, San Diego. M-F, 7am-9pm; Sat/ Sun, 9am-5pm. English: 800-NO-BUTTS; Spanish: 800-45-NO-FUME.

Now Offering X-rays in Cottonwood 20833 Long Branch Dr., Cottonwood, CA 96022 • (530) 347-3418 www.LassenMedical.com We bill most insurances including Medicare and Medi-Cal

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BUTTE COUNTY

Butte County Department of Public Health, Tobacco Education Program. Offers a list of programs in Butte County that offer smoking cessation classes & programs. (530) 538-6109.

SHASTA COUNTY

Project Ex Teen Smoking Cessation Program; Redding & Anderson. Offers free 4-week program (8 class sessions) designed to help teens quit smoking. Call for info. (530) 244-7194. Quit for Good Smoking Cessation Class Series; Redding. Offers free 8-session program for quitting all types of tobacco use. Year-round. www.redding.mercy.org. (530) 246-3729.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou County Tobacco Education Program; Yreka. Offers smoking cessation information for youth and adults. 806 S. Main St. (530) 841-2127.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama County Health Services Agency, Public Health Division; Red Bluff. Offers smoking cessation referral services & information. 1860-C Walnut St. (530) 527-6824.

VISION THERAPY, SCREENINGS & PEDIATRIC EYE EXAMS

For information about vision therapy, see our article Developmental Optometry and Vision Therapy – What It Is and How It Can Help at www.northstatatparent.com/ VisionTherapy.

Goedert, Steven, OD; Redding. 30 years extensive, clinical experience in Developmental/Behavioral optometry, offering Vision Therapy, Pepper Stress Therapy, Visual Rehabilitation, & Sports Vision Training. www.optometrists.org/ Redding. 1465 Victor Ave. Ste. D. (530) 722-0200. Griffith, Anna, OD; Chico. Optometrist at Family Eye Care Optometry. Offers vision therapy & rehabilitation following head injury. Infant, child & adult eye exams. www.chicofamilyeye.com. (530) 899-3939. Irlen Visions; Chico. All ages. Offers Irlen Syndrome diagnostic services & solutions for issues including reading & learning difficulties, low motivation, ADHD, autism, headaches, migraines & traumatic brain injury. www.irlenvisions.com. 809 Nancy Ln. (530) 891-4783. Prevent Blindness Northern California; serving all upper CA counties. Non-profit organization providing services to prevent vision impairment through vision screening services for children & adults, vision screening trainings, public education, & advocacy. www.eyeinfo.org. Redding branch office: 1320 Yuba St. Ste. 209. (530) 243-0410.

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Healthy Food Resources

HEALTHY FOOD RESOURCES

The North State offers many programs and opportunities to learn about, purchase and grow healthy foods. • Community & Teaching Gardens • Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs) & Organic Produce Deliveries • Discount Grocery Stores with Natural Food Products • Farmers & Growers Markets & Farm Trails • Healthy Foods Organizations, Nutrition Info & Support • Natural Foods Stores • U-Pick Farms

COMMUNITY & TEACHING GARDENS

Community gardens provide a good way to grow food if you are limited on space, are a great opportunity to learn about growing from fellow gardeners. They can also be a satisfying way to give back to the community by growing and donating extra food. California School Garden Network. Part of the Western Growers Foundation whose mission is to plant & sustain a fruit & vegetable garden in every willing California school, giving children the opportunity to learn where their food comes from & the importance of good nutrition. Learn about grant funding for school gardens. www.csgn.org/california. The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF); Nationwide. This award-winning nonprofit group offers programs at the forefront of the global sustainability movement,

serving community groups, schools, parks, neighborhoods & more. FTPF has helped plant fruit trees in upper CA through their innovative programs. www.ftpf.org. (831) 621-8096.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Seed Lending Library (CSLL). See category Community & Teaching Gardens in this section. Educational Garden Tours; Paradise. Seat at the Table, a nonprofit, offers educational garden field trips for schools & other groups. Learn about sustainable organic gardening. See the ways plants grow, get some handson experience, visit a greenhouse. Visitors can plant something and take it home. (530) 413-3974. From the Ground Up Farms, Inc; Chico. A nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing organic community gardens on unused empty lots, leading to selfreliance & food security. Residents work with

Bike Kitchen Peddles Good Nutrition Looking for new ideas for preparing healthy foods? Keep an eye out for a pedal-driven kitchen at local farmers markets and community events in Chico. Called the Edible Pedal, the mobile bike kitchen provides cooking demonstrations using fresh, local foods. Sitting on a modified Pedicab base, the bike kitchen is equipped with stainless steel counters, two sinks, a fresh water reservoir, waste-water tanks, shelves, cooking gear, and a stove, oven and propane tank. A canopy and demonstration viewing mirror provide shade and visibility for those watching the chef create. Weighing approximately 650 pounds, depending on the energy of the rider, the Edible Pedal can cruise at speeds up to 15 mph! The project is operated by Cultivating Community North Valley (CCNV), a nonprofit organization that provides education, outreach and resources to students, small-scale farmers, under-served communities, and those who are interested in participating in the growing local food movement. CCNV is supported by a Specialty Crop Block Grant of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, awarded to CSU, Chico’s Research Foundation and directed by Dr. Lee Altier. The mobile kitchen’s cooking demonstrations focus on seasonal, fresh ingredients with an emphasis on locally-grown produce. Recipes highlight ease of preparation and flavor; Edible Pedal’s delicious demonstration recipes include Thai-spiced green beans, butternut squash & black bean tacos, “Bunny Rabbit Delight” (featuring cabbage, carrots and mint), and apple salsa. Uses for more unusual produce, such as kohlrabi, are also demonstrated. Demo viewers can try a sample of the food and take home the day’s recipe. Find the bike kitchen year-round on Wednesdays in Chico, alternating between the North Valley Farmers Market, 8am-noon at the North Valley Plaza Mall parking lot on Pillsbury Road, and the Southside Farmers Market, 3-7pm at 16th and Normal Streets. For a more personalized experience, Edible Pedal Bike Kitchen is available to visit community and school events in Chico. The kitchen is also available to rent for your own cooking demos. Call (530) 519-2646 or visit the Edible Pedal Facebook page (www.facebook. com/bikekitchens) for more information … and to find delicious recipes!

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experienced farmers & educators to learn how to garden. Currently has gardens at 10 locations. Offers schools, youth groups and others a hands-on field trip experience, & weekly gardening lessons in a community garden for all homeschoolers. www.fromthegroundupfarms.org. 1692 Mangrove Ave. #105. (530) 513-7638. GRUB (Growing Resourcefully Uniting Bellies) Educational Program; Chico. Community vegetable & educational gardens for preschoolers, youth & adults in the Chico area. grubchico.org. (530) 342-1995. Humboldt Community Garden; Chico. Hosted by the Butte Environmental Council. 55 plots, two plot sizes, annual fee. Humboldt Rd. & El Monte Ave. (530) 891-6424. Oak Way Community Garden; Chico. Hosted by the Butte Environmental Council. Universally accessible for those with limited mobility. Two plot sizes, annual fee. Located at 8th Ave. & Highway 32. (530) 891-6424.

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HEALTH Paradise Ridge Neighborhood Garden; Paradise. Year-round educational garden – learn about drought-tolerant gardening. By work-trade; a portion of food grown goes to community food banks. 5704 Chapel Dr. (530) 413-3974. The Worm Farm; Durham. Family farm featuring 9,600 linear feet of windrows of redworms. Learn about vermicomposting at this popular field trip destination. Hands-on group tours year-round by appointment. Wear gardening clothes when visiting! Provides gardeners with a means of producing healthy plants while positively affecting the environment. www.thewormfarm.net. 9033 Esquon Rd., 7 miles south of Chico. (530) 894-1276.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson-Cottonwood Christian Association (ACCA) Community Garden; Anderson. Community garden plots, free membership. Room for 10-12 individual garden plots. 25% of food grown goes to the ACCA Food Bank. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 3001 Rupert Rd. (at entrance to Anderson River Park). (530) 275-4677. People of Progress Community Gardens; Redding. Approx 150 plots in two community gardens: Enterprise Park, approx. 1.25 acres, & the Matson, Mowder, & Howe Diestlehorst Garden on N. Court St., 1 acre. Annual fee. www.peopleofprogress.org. (530) 243-3811.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Community Garden. 1/3 acre garden with 31 plots. Located at Shastice Park. (530) 926-2494. Siskiyou Landtrust Garden Project; Mt. Shasta. Members work together in a community garden & share produce, with extra produce donated to local single mothers with children. Annual membership fee. (530) 926-2259.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Sacramento River Discovery Center; Red Bluff. Features a 2-acre native plant garden that includes a drought-tolerant demo garden. Learn about organic gardening, composting, & growing vegetables & other plants for an annual spring plant sale. Volunteer opportunities Tue-Sun in garden & greenhouse. 1000 Sale Ln. www.sacramentoriverdiscoverycenter.com. (530) 527-1196.

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSAS) & ORGANIC PRODUCE DELIVERIES BUTTE COUNTY

GRUB (Growing Resourcefully Uniting Bellies) CSA Farm; Chico. Weekly fresh sustainable local produce box pick-ups from a farm 3.5 miles from downtown Chico. MidApril to Mid-Dec; winter shares available too. www.grubchico.wix.com/grubcsafarm. 3269 & 3197 West Sacramento Ave. (530) 680-4543. Pyramid Farms; Chico. Offers 100% fresh local certified organic vegetables. CSA boxes available May-Oct. www.pyramidfarms.com. Located 5 miles from downtown Chico at 12242 Meridian Rd. (530) 899-7586.

SHASTA COUNTY

Churn Creek Meadow Organic Farm; Redding. Small family farm, certified organic produce, citrus, avocados, grapes, eggs & beef. Delivers produce, fruits & juicing boxes in Redding & surrounding area. www.ccmof.com. (530) 949-9508. Country Organics; Redding. Delivers fresh organic produce, eggs, meats & groceries to the greater Redding area & Cottonwood, Anderson, Bella Vista, Burney, Orland, Red Bluff & Shasta Lake. Newsletter with each box. countryorganics.net. (530) 223-5775.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Etna Farmers Market Subscriptions Packages. Offers CSA-style subscription packages featuring fresh produce, meats & eggs, June−Sept. Order at least a week ahead, pick up at the Etna Farmers Market located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N. Hwy 3. www.etnafarmersmarket.com. (530) 643-7876. Homeward Bounty Farm; Grenada. Offers naturally-grown veggie CSA boxes JuneOctober. Deliveries to Dunsmuir, Mt. Shasta, Weed & Yreka, or pick up at the farm. www.homewardbountyfarm.com. (530) 513-0647. Siskiyou Sustainable Cooperative; Applegate, OR. Offers seasonal CSA boxes delivered to Yreka June−Nov in 3 sizes; large, small & mini. All produce is certified organic. www.siskiyoucoop.com. (541) 899-9668.

DISCOUNT GROCERY STORES WITH NATURAL FOOD PRODUCTS Grocery Outlet. www.groceryoutlets.com. Chico: M−F, 7am-10pm, Sat, 8am-10pm & Sun, 8am-9pm. 2157 Pillsbury Rd. (530) 345-2666. Medford, OR: Mon−Sat, 8am-8pm & Sun, 9am-7pm. 5 E. Stewart Ave. (541) 773-8740 Orland: Daily, 8am-9pm. 1026 South St. (530) 865-4235. Oroville: Daily, 8am-9pm. 1060 Oroville Dam Blvd. E. (530) 534-3940. Paradise: Daily, 8am-10pm. 6026 Clark Rd. Ste A. (530) 876-9687. Redding: M−Sat, 8am-9pm & Sun, 9am-8pm. 2235 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 221-4209. Red Bluff: Daily, 8am-9pm. 388 S. Main St. (530) 529-2130. Yreka: Daily: 7am-9pm.121 Montague Rd. (530) 842-7700. Shop ‘n Kart; Ashland, OR. Daily, 7am-Midnight. www.ashlandshopnkart.com. 2268 Ashland St. (541) 488-1579. WinCo Foods. An employee-owned company. www.wincofoods.com. Chico: Open 24 hrs. 2060 E. 20th St. (530) 345-7899. Medford, OR: Open 24 hrs. 251 E. Barnett Rd. (541) 245-3555. Redding: Open 24 hrs. 1050 Old Alturas Rd. (530) 722-9179.

FARMERS & GROWERS MARKETS & FARM TRAILS

Find fresh and flavorful produce throughout the North State. Bring your family and learn all about healthy, locally grown produce offered straight from the farm. Most markets offer a variety of other items including prepared foods, flowers, plants and hand-crafted items. Some markets feature entertainment, educational booths and activities for children. All are certified markets.

BUTTE COUNTY

FARM TRAIL Sierra Oro Farm Trail. Year-round. Association of member farms, wineries & businesses share the bounty & heritage of Butte County agriculture by opening their doors for tastings, tours & fun annual events. Maps available online. www.sierraoro.org. (530) 891-5556. FARMERS/GROWERS MARKETS Tuesdays Gridley Farmers Market. Mid-May–Aug, 5-8pm. Daddow Park, Virginia St. between Hazel & Sycamore Streets. www.facebook. com/gridleyfarmersmarket. (530) 846-3142. Paradise Farmers Market. Mid-May–Oct, 7:30am-12pm, rain or shine. Paradise Alliance Church parking lot, 6491 Clark Rd. www.chicofarmersmarket.com. (530) 893-3276. Wednesdays Chico Farmers Market. Year-round, 7:30am-12pm, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza Mall parking lot, on Pillsbury Rd. www.chicofarmersmarket.com. (530) 893-3276.

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Chico OVP (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Year-round, June–Aug: 10am-1pm; Sept–May: 11am-2pm. Located at CSU Chico, between the BMU & the Student Services Center Plaza. www.csuchico.edu/ag/farm/ organic-vegetable-project.shtml. (530) 898-4137. Oroville Farmers Market. June–Sept, 10am-2pm. Oroville Hospital lawn area (parking shuttle avail.), 2767 Olive Hwy. (530) 532-8004. Southside Farmers Market; Chico. 3-7pm (summer); 2-6pm (winter). Jesus Center Community Farm, 16th & Normal Streets. (530) 680-3217. Thursdays Downtown Chico’s Thursday Night Market. April–Sept, 6-9pm. Broadway between 2nd & 5th (including City Plaza.) (530) 345-6500. Paradise Farmers Market. June–3rd week of August, 5pm to dusk. Paradise Community Park, Pearson Rd. at Black Olive Dr. (530) 877-9356. Oroville Community Farmers Market. Late May–Sept, 9am-1pm. Library Park, 4th St. & Mill St. (530) 893-3276. Paradise “Party in the Park” Marketplace. Mid-May thru mid-Aug, 4-7pm. 5720 Clark Rd., at Pearson Rd. (Thomas Ace Hardware Parking Lot). www.chicofarmersmarket.com. (530) 893-3276. Saturdays Chico Farmers Market. Year-round, 7:30am-1pm, rain or shine. Downtown Chico municipal parking lot 1, 2nd & E. Wall St. www.chicofarmersmarket.com. (530) 893-3276.

We’re worth Natural & organic food as well as “conventional” brands. the drive!

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Oroville Community Farmers Market. Mid-May–Oct, 7:30am-12pm. Municipal Auditorium parking lot on Montgomery St. (between Huntoon & Myers Sts). www.chicofarmersmarket.com. (530) 893-3276.

GLENN COUNTY

FARMERS/GROWERS MARKETS Wednesdays Willows Farmers Market. Late May–Sept, 4-7pm. Willows’ City Lot on N. Tehama St. (530) 893-3276.

SHASTA COUNTY

FARM TRAIL Happy Valley Farm Trail. Year-round. Over 27 participating farmers & ranchers offer fresh produce & farm products. Maps avail. in Redding at the Redding Visitor Center Bureau, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr.; in Anderson at the California Welcome Center, 1699 State Highway 273. (530) 357-2416. FARMERS/GROWERS MARKETS Tuesdays Redding Marilyn Miller Market. June–mid-Oct, 7:30am-12pm. Shasta Center parking lot, 1700 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 226-7100. Wednesdays Burney Farmers Market. Mid-June–October, 3-6pm. Angelina’s Restaurant parking lot, 37143 Main St. (530) 226-7100. Thursdays Anderson Farmers Market. Late May–Oct. 7:30am-12pm. Anderson Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273, #100. (530) 226-7100. Market Street Faire Market; Redding. JuneJuly, 5-8:30pm. Market St. Promenade. www. vivadowntownredding.org. (530) 243-7773. Saturdays Redding Farmers Market. April-3rd week of Dec, 7:30am-12pm. Civic Center West parking lot, 777 Cypress Ave. (530) 226-7100. Sundays Redding Turtle Bay Market. June–mid-Oct, 8am-12pm. Turtle Bay parking lot, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530) 226-7100.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

FARMERS/GROWERS MARKETS Mondays Mt. Shasta Farmers Market. June–mid-Oct, 3:30-6pm. 400 block of N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. mtshastafarmersmarket.com. (530) 925-0187. Wednesdays Yreka Farmers Market. Jun–Oct, 11am-2pm. A-1 Auto parking lot, 1409 S. Main St. (530) 436-2610. Thursdays Dunsmuir Farmers Market. June–1st week of Oct, 4-7pm. Spruce St. & Dunsmuir Ave. (next to Dunsmuir Brewery). (530) 925-4355. Etna Farmers Market. June–Oct, 4:306:30pm. Ask about CSA-style subscription packages. www.etnafarmersmarket.com. Located outside Dotty’s Restaurant, 404 N. Hwy 3. (530) 643-7876. Saturdays Weed Farmers Market. June−Oct. 11am2pm. Weed Mercantile Mall, 590 Main St. (530) 938-3229. Yreka Farmers Market. Jun–Aug (end date tentative), 10am-2pm. Historical downtown area, 117 Miner St., at Broadway. (530) 842-1649.

HEALTH FOOD RESOURCES TEHAMA COUNTY

FARMERS/GROWERS MARKETS Wednesdays Red Bluff Farmers Market. Mid-June to Mid-Sept., 5-8pm. Includes kids’ activities. In front of the Courthouse, 600 block of Washington St. (530) 527-6220. Saturdays Frontier Village Farmers Market; Red Bluff. Year-round, 8am-1pm. Call for new location (530) 526-2843. Red Bluff Chamber’s Farmers Market. June–Sept, 7:30am-12pm. Includes kids’ activities on 1st. Saturdays. Red Bluff City River Park, 100 Main St. redbluffchamber. com. (530) 527-6220.

HEALTHY FOODS ORGANIZATIONS, NUTRITION INFO & SUPPORT NATIONAL & MULTI-COUNTY PROGRAMS

CalFresh Program. Assists low-income qualifying families with purchasing healthy & nutritious foods. Many farmers markets now accept CalFresh for the purchase of produce. A number of organizations listed in the county sections below assist with CalFresh information & applications, as do many family resource centers. www.calfresh.ca.gov. California Farm To School. “Farm to School” programs connect K-12th grade schools with local farmers to serve healthy meals in school cafeterias. Improves student nutrition, provides health & nutrition education opportunities & supports California farmers. CA website: www.cafarmtoschool.org. National website: www.farmtoschool.org. Center for Healthy Communities (CHC). Serving primarily Butte, Glenn & Tehama in addition to other Northern CA counties. A leading organization focused on childhood hunger, nutrition education, agriculture, food safety, physical activity & public health programs & policies. Offers services for families, individuals & organizations, such as cooking classes, physical activity promotions, dietitian counseling, community collaborations & health policy advocacy. www.csuchico.edu/chc. 25 Main St. Ste. 101, Chico. (530) 898-5323. Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program; all upper CA counties. Helps eligible families with young children obtain healthy supplemental foods from WIC-authorized vendors, including at farmers markets. Nutrition education, breastfeeding support & referrals to community services. For pregnant women & mothers of infants & children under age 5 who meet income guidelines. www.tinyurl.com/FindWIC. (800) 852-5770. Summer Food Service Program. Designed to fill the gap during summer for children who normally participate in free & reduced-price breakfast & lunch school programs. To find meals & sites in your community, visit www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp or call the National Hunger Hotline at (866) 3-HUNGRY or (877) 8-HAMBRE. The Edible Schoolyard Project. A national network connecting educators around the world to build and share a K-12 edible education curriculum. www.edibleschoolyard.org.

United States Department of Agriculture Food & Nutrition Services Programs. Website features programs available that help provide healthy foods & nutrition information to children & low-income families & individuals. www.fns.usda.gov/fns.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Eat Learn Grow; Chico. Provides hands-on nutrition education through Farm to School & Farm to Table programs that include experiential gardening, cooking instruction, farm tours & more for schools, youth groups & community members. www.chicoeatlearngrow.org. (530) 342-1995. Chico Seed Lending Library (CSLL). A selfperpetuating collection of seeds donated & shared by members of the general public. Hosted at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library, CSLL is available free of charge to any Butte County Library cardholder. www.facebook.com/ChicoSLL. (530) 891-2762. Cultivating Community North Valley; Chico. A partnership of organizations working to strengthen community by building a local food system utilizing sustainable practices to grow, eat, sell, preserve & grow more local food. Offers education, consultation, networking & targeted resources to support students, small scale & low-income farmers, & underserved communities. www. cultivatingcommunitynv.org. (530) 680-2176. Edible Pedal Bike Kitchen; Chico area. This bicycle-driven kitchen offers healthy foods cooking demos for community groups & schools interested or involved in local foods access. www.facebook.com/bikekitchen. (530) 519-2646. GRUB (Growing Resourcefully Uniting Bellies) Education Program; Chico. Healthy foods education programs include hands-on community garden programs for preschools, youth groups & adults, benefit nights, volunteer days & more. www.grubchico.org. (530) 342-1995. Slow Food Shasta Cascade; Butte, Shasta & Tehama counties. Offers local food education; supports school gardens & farmers markets. Year-round events. slowfoodshastacascade.org. (530) 898-5323.

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Healthy Shasta; Redding. Local partnership dedicated to helping families incorporate more healthy eating & physical activities into their lives. Committed to promoting longlasting change so healthy choices become easy. Great online resources at healthyshasta.org. 2660 Breslauer Way. (530) 229-8428. Shasta Food Group; Shasta County. Coalition of local food banks, health & nutrition educators, food assistant providers & community members working to ensure all people in Shasta County have nutritious food to eat. Facilitates the community-wide Plant a Row for the Hungry program. www.tinyurl. com/ShastaFoodGroup. (530) 605-1091. Slow Food Shasta Cascade; Butte, Shasta & Tehama Counties. Offers local food education, supports school gardens & farmers markets. Year-round events. Visit website for details. slowfoodshastacascade.org. (530) 529-2729.

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HEALTHY FOOD RESOURCES SISKIYOU COUNTY

Eat Healthy McCloud; McCloud. CalFresh assistance, nutrition tips, fresh produce available to qualifying McCloud residents. McCloud Community Resource Center, 304 W. Minnesota Ave. (530) 964-3250.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama County Community Action Agency. Offers nutrition info, healthy foods classes, workshops, & demos, food giveaways, & garden management job training activities. Funds two community gardens. www.tehamacountycaa.org. (530) 527-6159. Slow Food Shasta Cascade; Butte, Shasta & Tehama Counties. Offers local food education, supports school gardens & farmers markets. Year-round events. Visit website for details. www.slowfoodshastacascade.org. (530) 529-2729.

NATURAL FOODS STORES BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Natural Foods Store & Cooperative; Chico. Offers healthy & wholesome products, info about the natural foods industry, & promotes local economy. Deli & self-serve hot food & salad bar (8am-8pm). Open daily 7:30am-10pm. www.chiconatural.com. 818 Main St. (530) 891-1713. Country Harvest Health Foods; Paradise. Offers a full selection of vitamins, herbal remedies & healthy food choices. Open M-F, 9am-6pm & Sun, 11am-4pm (closed Saturdays). 7126 Skyway, Ste. F. www. paradisecountryharvest.com. (530) 877-1472.

S & S Produce & Natural Foods; Chico. Since 1967. Offers large selection of organically grown local foods, health & wellness books, daily BBQ grill (11am-3pm). Open M-F, 7am8pm, Sat-Sun, 8am-8pm. www.ssproduce. com. 1924 Mangrove Ave. (530) 343-4930.

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Country Organics Marketplace; Redding. Features local produce & a selection of healthy packaged food items. Roots Juice Bar on site. www.countryorganics.net. (530) 223-5775. Enterprise Health Foods; Redding. Since 1976. Healthy foods, supplements, products for pets & livestock, classes & more. Open M-F, 9am-6pm & Sat,10am-5pm. www.enterprisehealthfoods.webs.com. 1380 Hartnell Ave. (530) 222-4404. Moore’s Flour Mill; Redding. Uses on-site 19th-century millstones. Offers freshly ground flours, oatmeal & other hot cereals, plus a variety of mostly local & organic sugar, spices, teas, pasta, honey & other products. www.mooresflourmill.com. Open M-F, 9am5:30pm, Sat, 10am-3pm. 1605 Shasta St. (530) 241-9245. Orchard Nutrition Center; Redding. Since 1982. Features fresh organic produce, a huge array of healthy food products, deli, bakery, beauty & pet products, classes, & trained professionals on staff. Open daily 8am-9pm. www.orchardnutrition.com. 221 Locust St. (530) 244-9600.

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Berryvale Natural Foods, Grocery & Deli; Mt. Shasta. Since 1976. Organic produce,

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beverages, supplements, beauty products. Offers local products when possible. Cafe open 8am-7pm with grill (until 4pm) & smoothies (until 6pm). Open daily 8am-8pm. www.berryvale.com. 305 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-1576. Mountain Song Natural Foods; Mt. Shasta. Small store featuring a selection of natural foods products. www.mountainsong.biz. Call for hours. 314 N Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-3391.

U-PICK FARMS

Visit a farm and learn about growing and harvesting. Picking fresh fruits and veggies together can be a favorite family tradition – and saves money too! Watch for North State Parent’s October issue for our annual feature on U-pick pumpkin patches and other harvest-time fun.

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Trenerry Berry Farm; Happy Valley. U-pick or we-pick. Offers fruits & veggies as the season allows. Tasty asparagus (March−April), artichokes & rhubarb (April−June). Berries (May−June): loganberries, blueberries, boysenberries, olallieberries, tayberries. Call in advance. 17720 Shawn Dr. (530) 357-2416. Tuscan Heights Lavender Farm; Whitmore. Certified organic farm, grows 200+ lavender varieties, 150+ culinary herbs & edible flower varieties, wine grapes, & olives. U-pick lavender & herbs, lavender products gift shop, annual Lavender Festival in July. Tours by appointment. Gardens open weekends June-Aug. www.tuscanheights. com. 12757 Fern Rd. East. (530) 472-3066.

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Johnson U-Pick Farm; Gridley. U-pick cherries, boysenberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, summer vegetables & pumpkin patch. Open late May−Oct. Call or visit their website to find out what’s ripe for picking! www.johnsonupickfarm.com. 113 Higgins Ave., just off Hwy 99. (530) 846-5871.

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Serendipity U-Pick Ranch; Anderson. Cherries, blueberries, boysenberries, plums, peaches, figs, apples, nectarines & flowers. Meet farm animals. 6315 Parkridge Dr. Call for hours & availability. (530) 949-5985.

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LITERACY

Six Memoirs Kids Will Love By Cindy Hudson Memoir, a popular genre for adults, is less thought of for children. Yet good memoirs written for kids can hook young readers, especially reluctant ones, with stories about things that happened to other children at different times in history and different parts of the world. Life stories aimed at the younger set may be scarcer than those written for adults, but there are some great ones. The list below highlights some of the best to check out at your local library or bookstore. Boy by Roald Dahl. Many kids are already familiar with Roald Dahl through his fictional books, which include Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and The BFG. This memoir of his years growing up will have your kids laughing out loud as they read about young Roald's antics. With his signature story-telling style, Dahl recounts stories such as hiding a dead rat in a candy jar, getting his tonsils out at his kitchen table, and more. Kids will have fun learning how real people inspired some of Dahl's bizarre fictional characters. For ages 8 and up. Zlata's Diary: A Child's Life in Wartime Sarajevo by Zlata Filipovic. When Zlata Filipovic started her diary she was simply an 11-year-old girl living in Sarajevo, concerned about

things like birthday parties, her cat, and piano lessons. But when conflict broke out in her city, suddenly she was part of a war zone. Confined mostly to her home, she endured food shortages and worried for the safety of everyone she knew. This depiction of a somewhat modern war especially resonates with children when they discover that Zlata and her parents escaped, and that Zlata is now a young woman living in Ireland. For ages 10 to 13.

city of Portland. Her tales of childhood in the 1920s and the early years of the Great Depression are full of rich details sure to fascinate young readers. Cleary's memories of school and teachers should provide insight about what education was like in the early part of the last century versus what kids today encounter. Cleary's relationship with her parents also provides a look at how parents communicated with children then and now. Ages 10 to 14.

Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution by Ji-li Jiang. Filled with patriotic fervor for the Chinese communist government, Ji-li is at first ashamed to be part of her family, which is persecuted because of her grandfather's political beliefs. But as she sees injustices heaped onto the heads of many people around her, she gradually becomes disillusioned and no longer believes government propaganda. Ji-li's authentic voice inspires discussion about family loyalties, government betrayals, and China's history. For ages 10 to 14.

Looking Back: A Book of Memories by Lois Lowry. With The Giver being made into a movie, Lowry and her books have been in the spotlight. In her memoir, she gives readers direct insight into the inspiration for some of the stories by opening each section with an excerpt from one of her novels. What kid wouldn't be fascinated to read about the frozen rat she tried to revive in her oven or the embarrassing clothes her mother made her wear? Ages 8 and up.

A Girl from Yamhill by Beverly Cleary. The beloved writer of Ramona Quimby, Age 8 and The Mouse and the Motorcycle writes about her own childhood growing up in the small town of Yamhill, Oregon, before moving to the

Marshfield Dreams: When I Was a Kid by Ralph Fletcher. Young readers will be charmed by Fletcher's stories of roaming the woods near his small town in Massachusetts, raising chickens, and playing games with his brothers and neighbors. Kids of today are likely to marvel at the relative freedom children had growing up in the 1960s and the amount of time many of them spent outdoors. It's also fun to look at the family photos that appear at the start of each short and accessible chapter. Ages 8 to 12.

LITERACY • Early Childhood Literacy Enrichment • Public Libraries • Storytimes

EARLY CHILDHOOD LITERACY ENRICHMENT

Family/Community Resource Centers often offer literacy kits on loan as well as free books for children ages 0-5. See section Parenting Support: Family & Community Resource Centers for center contact information. For a list of storytimes in your area, see Storytimes in this section.

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Reading Heros; Oroville Library. Children of all ages are invited to come read with a trained volunteer to share the joy of reading. Volunteers read one-on-one with children, and children can earn prizes too. Call for information. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530) 538-7641.

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The Shasta Early Literacy Partnership. With the motto "take 10 & do it again," this community collaborative of individuals, organizations & agencies is dedicated to promoting the message of reading to a child 20 minutes a day to help that child build strong language & literacy skills needed for success in school. www.facebook.com/SELP20.

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Literacy Enrichment Activities for Families; Mt. Shasta. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center has a lending library of themed literacy kits for families with children aged birth-5yrs. Kits contain books, games, puzzles, puppets, singalong songs, tips for reading to your child & more! Free, on a check-out basis. (530) 926-1400. Mt. Shasta Public Library: Reading Readiness Program. Kindergarten readiness program for ages 3-6. Includes stories, writing, math, movement & music, & more. Call for information. 515 E. Alma St. (530) 926-2031. Siskiyou Child Care Council Resource Library, Weed. Includes children’s books, educational toys, & educational resources for parents, caregivers, educators & childcare providers (books, dvds, curriculum kits & more). Free. 170 Boles St. (530) 938-2748.

PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Many public libraries offer a variety of educational programs including summer camps, homework help, storytimes and more.

MULTIPLE COUNTIES

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Little Free Libraries; Butte, Shasta & Siskiyou Counties. A world-wide program encouraging families & individuals to “take a book, leave a book” at small, free-standing libraries placed in varying locations in the community. More than 20,000 registered Little Free Libraries can be found in over 70 countries.

LITERACY Keep an eye out for one or search the national website for one near you … or find out how to build & install Little Free Library of your own! Learn more at www. littlefreelibrary.org. See Shasta County Little Free Libraries here: www.tinyurl.com/ LittleFreeLibrariesShasta.

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Butte County Library www.buttecounty.net/BCLibrary Branches: Biggs: 464 B St. Ste A. (530) 868-5724. Chico: 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762. Durham: 2545 Durham-Dayton Hwy. (530) 879-3835. Gridley: 299 Spruce St. (530) 846-3323. Oroville: 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530) 538-7641. Paradise: 5922 Clark Rd. (530) 872-6320.

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Cottonwood Community Library. www.facebook.com/Cottonwoodlibrary. 3427 Main St. (530) 347-4818. Fall River Valley Library. 43250 State Highway 299 E., Fall River Mills. (530) 336-6445. www.fallrivervalleylibrary.com. Shasta College Library. A community library card is available to Shasta & Tehama Co. residents. www.shastacollege.edu/ library. 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530) 242-7550. Shasta Public Libraries www.shastalibraries.org Branches: Anderson: 3200 W. Center St. (530) 365-7685. Burney: 37038 Siskiyou St. (530) 335-4317. Redding: 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7250.

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College of the Siskiyous Library. A library card is available to Siskiyou County non-student residents for a fee of $20 per semester. www.siskiyous.edu/Library. 800 College Ave. (530) 938-5331. Siskiyou Child Care Council Resource Library, Weed. See listing in Early Childhood Literacy Enrichment above. Siskiyou County Library www.snowcrest.net/siskiyoulibrary Branches: Butte Valley (Dorris): 800 W. 3rd St. (530) 397-4932. Dunsmuir: 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-2035. Etna: 130 Main St. (530) 467-3661. Fort Jones: 11960 East St. (530) 468-2383. Happy Camp: 143 Buckhorn Rd. (530) 493-2964. McCloud: 300 E. Colombero Dr. (530) 964-2169. Montague: 230 S. 13th St. (530) 459-5473. Mt. Shasta: www.mtshastalibrary.org. 515 E. Alma St. (530) 926-2031. Scott Bar Branch Library: At the Post Office. (530) 496-3248. Tulelake: 451 Main St. (530) 667-2291. Weed: 780 S. Davis. (530) 938-4769. Yreka: 719 Fourth St. (530) 841-4175.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama County Library www.tehamacountylibrary.org Branches: Corning: 740 3rd St. (530) 824-7050. Los Molinos: 7881 State Highway 99E. (530) 384-2772. Red Bluff: 645 Madison St. (530) 527-0604

STORYTIMES

Storytimes introduce literacy and help foster a love of books and reading. All storytimes listed below are free, and many include songs, crafts & special guests.

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Monday Chico Public Library: Bilingual Story Garden. Ages 0-5. Songs & stories in Spanish & English. 10am, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762. Tuesday Chico Public Library: Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10am & 11am, yearround. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762. Wednesday Chico Barnes & Noble: Storytime. All ages. 11am, year-round. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530) 894-1494. Chico Public Library: Babies Love Books Storytime. Ages 0-18 months. 9:30am & 10:30am, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762. Oroville Public Library: Preschool Storytime. Stories & activities geared for ages 3-5. 11am, year-round. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530) 538-7641. Thursday Chico Public Library: Afterschool Storytime & Crafts. Ages 5-9. 3pm, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762. Durham Public Library: Preschool Storytime. Geared for preschoolers, all ages welcome. 10am, year-round. 2545 Durham-Dayton Hwy. (530) 879-3835. Gridley Public Library: Bilingual Preschool Storytime. Stories in Spanish & English. Includes craft activity. 10am, year-round. 299 Spruce St. (530) 846-3323. Oroville Public Library: Babies Love Books Storytime. Geared for infants ages 0-18mos & their parents. Siblings welcome. Includes rhymes, songs & stories. 10am, year-round. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530) 538-7641. Paradise Public Library: Baby/Toddler Storytime. Ages 0-3yrs. 10am, year-round. 5922 Clark Rd. (530) 872-6320. Friday Chico Public Library: Toddler Storytimes. Ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 9:30 & 10:30am, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762. Gridley Public Library: Toddler/Preschool Storytime. 10am, year-round. 299 Spruce St. (530) 846-3323. Oroville Public Library: School-age Storytime. Stories & activities geared for ages K-5th grade. 3pm, year-round. 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530) 538-7641. Paradise Public Library: Storytime & Craft. Ages 3-5. 11am, year-round. 5922 Clark Rd. (530) 872-6320. Saturday Chico Barnes & Noble: Storytime. All ages. 2pm, year-round. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530) 894-1494.

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Chico Public Library: Chinese Storytime. All ages. Stories, songs & crafts. 3rd Saturdays, 10:30am, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2726. Chico Public Library: Japanese Storytime. All ages. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai (paper-theater), Japanese songs & crafts. 1st Saturdays, 1pm, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2726. Chico Public Library: Spanish Storytime. All ages. Stories, songs & crafts. 2nd Saturdays, 2pm, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762. Chico Public Library: StoryTale Tutors. Ages 5-12. Children read to trained therapy dogs. Especially helpful for reluctant readers. 4th Saturdays, 2pm, year-round. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2762.

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Monday Redding Public Library: Baby Bookworms. Lapsit storytime for ages 6mos-2yrs. Fingerplay & playtime too. 10:30am, yearround. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7250. Tuesday Fall Rivers Mills Public Library: Itty Bitty Bookworm Club. Ages 2-6. 2:15pm, Sept-May. (530) 336-6445. Redding Library: Preschool Page Turners. Ages 3-6yrs. Stories, music, crafts & playtime. 10:30am, year-round. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7250. Wednesday Burney Public Library: Preschool Storytime. Reading & crafts for toddlers & their parents to enjoy together. 10am, year-round. Burney Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530) 335-4317. Cottonwood Community Library: Storytime. Geared for young children. 11:30am, yearround. 3427 Main St. (530) 347-4818. Redding Barnes & Noble: Storytime. All ages. 10am, year-round. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 222-2006. Thursday Anderson Public Library: Storytime. Children of all ages welcome. Stories, songs, crafts & special guest presenters. 3:30pm during the school year. 3200 W. Center St. (530) 365-7685. KIXE, Redding: Storytime. Ages 0-5. Stories, songs, stickers & crafts. Complimentary book. 3rd Thursdays, 9-11am. KIXE Volunteer Center, 603 N Market St. RSVP: (530)243-5493 x 112. Friday Redding Public Library: Chinese-English Storytime. All ages. Stories in Mandarin & English, songs & fun crafts too. 11:30am, year-round. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7250. Saturday Redding Barnes & Noble: Storytime. All ages. 11am, year-round.1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 222-2006. Redding Library: Children’s Story Hour. All ages. Stories, puppet shows & drama, games, & arts & crafts. 11am, year-round. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7250.

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to keep. 10:30am, during the school year. McCloud Elementary School Library. (530) 964-3250. Scott Valley Resource Center, Fort Jones: Playgroup & Storytime. Ages 0-5. 10am, year-round. 11920 Main St. (530) 468-2450. Wednesday Dunsmuir Public Library: Storytime. For all ages (infants welcome). Snack provided. 3:30pm, during the school year. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-2035. Mt. Shasta Public Library: Songs & Stories For Young People. Fun stories & sing-alongs to live music. Puppet Show on last Wed monthly! 10:30am, year-round. 515 E. Alma St. (530) 926-2031. Saturday Mt. Shasta Public Library: Canine Reading Program. Children gain reading skills by reading to certified therapy dog in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Typically on 3rd Saturdays, check library website (www.mtshastalibrary.org) or call to confirm dates. 515 E. Alma St. (530) 926-2031.

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Themed summer reading program runs June-August, with learning activities, special guests, contests, stories & end-of-program party. Prizes, certificates & ribbons awarded. Monday Corning Library: Preschool story hour (all ages welcome). 10am, Sept–May. (530) 824-7050. Wednesday Red Bluff Library: Preschool story hour. 9:30am, Sept-May. (530) 527-0604.

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MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITES

" Museums and galleries at their best can: Tell us who we are, where we have come from and where we might be going. Conscious or unconscious learning lies at the heart of museums. You, the museum guest, manage yourself. You can take time, you can be there when you choose." ~Charles Laundry

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Bidwell Mansion; Chico. Built in 1865. Learn about history of the mansion & surrounding area at the visitor’s center & by guided tour of the 3-story, 26-room home of the late John & Annie Bidwell. www.bidwellmansionpark.com. 525 Esplanade. (530) 895-6144. Bolt’s Antique Tool Museum; Oroville. Features the largest-known documented collection of hand tools in the U.S., with over 12,000 items on display. Group discounts & tours avail. www.boltsantiquetools.com. 1650 Broderick St. (530) 538-2528. Chico Air Museum; Chico. Features outdoor & indoor displays of aviation artifacts, a book & video aviation library, full-sized historic aircrafts & a P-51 pedal plane small children can use. Annual Chico Air Show (Aug) features special exhibits & aviation history programs. Free entry. www.chicoairmuseum. org. Chico Municipal Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530) 345-6468. Chico Museum; Chico. Housed in the historic Carnegie Library building in downtown Chico; features both prestigious traveling exhibits & exhibits focusing on Chico & Butte County history. Group rates & tours avail. www.chicomuseum.org. 141 Salem St. (530) 891-4336. Chinese Temple & Museum Complex; Oroville. Built in 1863, the temple is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It is both a museum & active temple. The complex includes: 3 temples; Tapestry Hall displaying an extensive collection of embroidered tapestries, costumes & more; Fong Lee Company Building displaying artifacts from the medicinal herb sales & shop of the Chan family. Group/classroom tours avail. 1500 Broderick St. (530) 538-2496. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Inspiring the exploration of science & natural history in our region & beyond. www.gatewayscience.org. Located at 625 Esplanade next to the Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park. (530) 898-4121. Gold Nugget Museum; Paradise. Exhibits, living history events, Maidu Indian artifacts, 1904 train depot, blacksmith shop, schoolhouse, miner’s cabin & covered bridge. www.goldnuggetmuseum.com. 502 Pearson Rd. (530) 872-8722. Lott Home; Oroville. The C. F. Lott Home in Sank Park was built in 1856 by Charles F. Lott, gold-rush pioneer, California senator & judge. A guided tour of the Victorian house reveals captivating stories of the Lott family & their importance to early California history. View original furnishings, paintings, clothes, silver & more. House & garden encompass an entire city block. Group & classroom tours available. 1067 Montgomery St. (530) 538-2497. Museum of Anthropology; CSU Chico. Features exhibitions & events promoting appreciation & respect for cultural diversity. Free. The museum is located on the first

MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITES floor in the Meriam Library (next to the Janet Turner Museum) at 400 W. 1st St., Chico. www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum. (530) 898-5397. National Yo-Yo Museum; Chico. Small worldclass museum that includes “Big Yo” (the world’s largest working wooden yo-yo) & a vintage toy display. Free entry. Located in Bird in Hand (store), 320 Broadway. www.nationalyoyo.org. (530) 893-0545. Oregon City School; Oregon City. Visit the oldest one-room school in Butte County & see photos of students from days gone by. A California Historical Landmark, Oregon City was one of the first mining camps in the county, established in 1848 by a party of Oregonians who came to California. Also see the Oregon City covered bridge & tour the nearby Cherokee Museum (by appointment). The school is open Sat & Sun, 1-4pm, or take a chance & toot your horn on weekdays & the caretaker will let you in. 2100 Oregon Gulch Rd. (530) 533-1849. Paradise Depot Museum; Paradise. Features a full-sized restored caboose in addition to its star attraction: a 30-foot working HO gauge model of the Butte County Railroad. Kids have a blast running the buttonoperated model representing the 33-mile rail line that ran between Chico & Stirling City. Located on the grounds of Paradise Community Park, 5570 Black Olive Dr. www.goldnuggetmuseum.com/depot_ museum.php. Project of the Gold Nugget Museum: (530) 872-8722. Patrick Ranch Museum; located between Chico & Durham on the Midway. Tour the 1st floor of the Glenwood Mansion. Special events include the California Nut Festival (April), the Country Faire & Threshing Bee (June), the Omega Nu Barn Dance (September) & AutumnFest (October). School & group tours avail. patrickranchmuseum.org. 10381 Midway. (530) 342-4359. Pioneer Memorial Museum; Oroville. Impressive collection of artifacts & memorabilia preserving the memories of California pioneers, especially from the Butte County area. 2332 Montgomery St. www.tinyurl.com/OrovillePioneerMuseum. (530) 538-2529. Stansbury Home Preservation Assoc.; Chico. Tour the 1883 Victorian home (classic Italianate architecture) that was the residence of Doctor Oscar Stansbury & his wife Libbie; see period medical supplies. Annual events include an Ice Cream Social (Aug) & Victorian Christmas celebration (Dec). Group tours available. Can book for special events & weddings. www.stansburyhome.org. 307 W. 5th St. (530) 895-3848.

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ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum; Ashland. Offers fun & intriguing hands-on exhibits & displays that promote the exploration of science & the arts. A great experience for all ages, this multi-sensory environment is guaranteed to bring out the kid in you. Don’t miss their annual Tinkerfest event. www.scienceworksmuseum.org. 1500 E. Main St. (541) 482-6767.

PLACER COUNTY

Maidu Museum & Historic Site; Roseville. A truly cultural experience featuring Maidu Indian displays, hands-on children’s activities for kids, an Indigenous art gallery, & a gift

shop with handmade Native American jewelry. On Saturdays at 10am join a guided trail tour through the museum & site (free with admission). 3rd Saturday "Night Out at the Museum" events feature a cultural guest speaker. Summertime visitors can join campfire talks. Open M-F, 9am-4pm & Sat, 9am-1pm. School & private group tours available for 10 or more guests. 1970 Johnson Ranch Dr. (916) 774-5934.

PLUMAS COUNTY

Western Pacific Railroad Museum; Portola. Lots of hands-on activities & fun! Sit in the engineer’s seat of the largest diesel locomotive ever built. Tour vintage passenger cars, climb aboard a restored caboose, tour freight cars & other locomotives, take a train or cab rides (Sat-Sun, 12-4pm), rent a vintage diesel locomotive to operate on the museum grounds with instruction from private instructor. Open daily 10am-5pm, approx. May–October. Located on a historic site. www.wplives.org. 700 Western Pacific Way. (530) 832-4131.

SACRAMENTO COUNTY

California State Railroad Museum; Sacramento. Features 21 restored locomotives & train cars along with exhibits reflecting California’s rich railroading history. Check out a Pullman-style sleeping car, a dining car filled with railroad china, & a railway post office. Train rides & excursions & fun special events. Open daily 10am-5pm, excluding holidays. www.csrmf.org. 125 I St. (916) 445-6645.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Historical Society Museum; Anderson. Features artifacts, photographs, maps, books, pioneer histories & the Stabler Civil War gun collection. 2330 Ferry St. (530) 365-7045. Behrens-Eaton House Museum; Redding. Features a comprehensive collection of documents relating to the history of Shasta County. Special collection recounts the history of the county’s schools. Children’s room features toys, clothes & artifacts. Free admission. www.eatonhousemuseum.org.

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MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL SITES Two locations: Main House at 1520 West St. & Display Museum at 1939 Butte St. (530) 241-3454. Court House Museum; Shasta. Part of Shasta State Historic Park, this former county courthouse is restored to its 1861 appearance & filled with historical exhibits. Includes a notable collection of early California artwork. Also view the remains of brick buildings that were once the center of intense activity during the Gold Rush era, & historic roadways, cottages & cemeteries. 15312 Highway 299 W. (6 miles west of Redding). (530) 243-8194. Turtle Bay Museum; Redding. Features interactive touring exhibits, multi-media displays, historic exhibits & re-creations, a hands-on science lab, fun & educational activities for children, & more. Located at the heart of Turtle Bay Exploration Park. www.turtlebay.org. 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (800) 887-8532. Wintu Cultural Museum; Shasta Lake City. The Museum is dedicated to preserving & interpreting the history, culture & tradition of the Wintu Tribe of Northern California, & to keeping the spirit of tradition alive. www.wintuculturalmuseum.com. 4755 Shasta Dam Blvd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Dunsmuir Railroad Depot Museum & Historical Society; Dunsmuir. Small museum of Dunsmuir history located in the former Southern Pacific Railroad dispatcher’s office. Features historical artifacts, railroad memorabilia, photographs & a model of the Dunsmuir Roundhouse. Open 3rd Saturdays April-Oct. & for special events. www.dunsmuirdepot.com. 5750 Sacramento Ave. (530) 235-0839. Etna Museum. Located in the first town hall of Etna, built to resemble Philadelphia's Independence Hall, which also housed the fire department, library & jail. See a vintage parlor, 1890 farm kitchen, displays of tools, 1890’s dresses, unique collections, research items & more. Typically open June – Aug. www.etnamuseum.org. 520 Main St. (530) 598-6726. Fort Jones Museum. Dubbed the "biggest little museum," features hundreds of artifacts depicting the lives of local tribes, trappers, miners, pioneers & soldiers. Includes fossils, unusual rocks, vintage guns, & one of the finest basket collections in Northern CA. In its carriage house see carriages, buggies & vintage farm equipment. Free entry. www.fortjonesmuseum.com. 11913 Main St. (530) 468-5568. Heritage Junction Museum of McCloud; McCloud. Located in a historic 1904 building, the museum offers an impressive collection of McCloud artifacts, including the giant Corliss steam engine that powered the McCloud sawmill 1903-1979. A huge photographic collection covers the town’s & surrounding area’s history. 320 Main St. (530) 964-2604. Lava Beds National Monument. Site of the largest concentration of lava tube caves in North America. Ranger-led explorations & evening campfire programs that explore the monument’s Native American history. Rangers help match children’s interests & capabilities to the numerous developed caves. www.nps.gov/labe/index.htm. (530) 667-8100.

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Montague History Center; Montague. This refurbished bank building from 1906 houses the old City Hall records, jail & small library. Free to visitors & schools. Private tours by appointment. 131 S. 10th St. (530) 459-5433 or (530) 459-3025. Montague Railroad Depot Museum; Montague. Visit a building built in 1887 that features many railroad & other artifacts & displays from the area. Tours available. 230 S. 11th St. (530) 459- 3025 or (530) 459-5433. Siskiyou Arts Museum; Dunsmuir. Offers exhibits & programs representing visual, literary & performing arts. Museum, gallery & gift shop features works of local & regional artists. www.siskiyouartsmuseum.org. 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-4711. Siskiyou County Museum; Yreka. Learn about local history through a collection of artifacts, photographs & memorabilia, a 2.5acre outdoor museum featuring authentic & reconstructed buildings in a replicated environment, galleries. Also offers a research library & educational services, & a gift shop. www.siskiyoucountyhistoricalsociety.org. 910 South Main St. (530) 842-3836. Siskiyou History Website: www.siskiyouhistory.org. Digital library of primary sources in Siskiyou County history, such as letters, diaries, manuscripts, legal & financial records, photographs & other pictorial items, maps, architectural & engineering records, artwork, scientific logbooks, sound recordings, oral histories & artifacts. Sisson Museum; Mt. Shasta. Located in a charming building at the Mount Shasta Fis h Hatchery site. Features displays, exhibits & special events about local history. Education & entertainment for young & old. Children’s activities include a vintage fire truck, model railroad setup, locomotive control panel, oldfashioned toys & more. Gift shop has a great book selection, unique gift items & children’s toys. www.mtshastamuseum.com. 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530) 926-5508. Weed Historic Lumber Town Museum; Weed. Features logging & town memorabilia, a jail cell & many interesting artifacts. www.snowcrest.net/whm. 303 Gilman Ave. (530) 938-0550. TEHAMA COUNTY Gaumer’s Mineral & Mining Museum; Red Bluff. Educational & entertaining for visitors of all ages. Gold mining, fossils, Native American artifacts, rocks, crystals & fluorescent minerals. School tours avail. www.gaumers.com. 78 Belle Mill Rd. (530) 527-6166. Tehama County Museum; Tehama. See artifacts that represent the cultural heritage & history of Tehama County & Northern California. Open weekends, additional tour times by appointment. Free. www.tehamacountymuseum.org. 275 C St. (530) 384-2595. William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park; Red Bluff. The park memorializes pioneer William B. Ide & other settlers who contributed to CA history. Visitor center, ranch buildings, blacksmith shop, fun historic re-enactment events & hands-on educational programs. Enjoy a picnic along the Sacramento River. Limited hours of operation. www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=458. 21659 Adobe Rd. (530) 529-8599.

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PARENTING SUPPORT Also see Education section & Special Needs section. • County Human Services Agencies • Domestic Violence & Abuse Advocacy • Early Childhood Programs • Family & Community Resource Centers • Foster Care & Adoption • Grief Support • Infant Massage • Parenting Methods & Classes • Parenting Support Helpline • Playgroups • Single Parenting Resources • Toy Shops: Specialty & Locally Owned

COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES AGENCIES

Agencies offering public assistance programs such as Medi-Cal, CalFresh, employment & training services, child & adult protective services, in-home services & more. Butte County Department of Employment & Social Services. www.buttecounty.net (search “Departments” page). (877) 410-8803. Chico: 2445 Carmichael Dr. Oroville: 78 Table Mountain Blvd. Shasta County Health & Human Services Agency. www.shastahhsa.net. 2650 Breslauer Way, Redding. (877) 652-0731. Siskiyou County Human Services. 818 S. Main St., Yreka. www.co.siskiyou.ca.us/page/healthhuman-services-agency. (530) 841-2700. Tehama County Department of Social Services. www.tcdss.org. Red Bluff: 310 S. Main St. (530) 527-1911. Corning: 275 Solano St. Ste. 201. (530) 824-9182.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & ABUSE ADVOCACY

See section Special Needs: Domestic Violence & Abuse Advocacy / Abuse & Violence Prevention.

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS

Also see Birth categories in section Health.

MULTIPLE COUNTIES

California Early Start. An interagency system of coordinated services for infants & toddlers with disabilities & their families. Find out about early intervention services in your community. Visit www.dds.ca.gov/ earlystart or call (800) 515-BABY or (916) 654-1690. First 5 California, California Children & Families Commission. First 5’s mission is to improve the lives of children from conception through kindergarten. Collaborates with & supports local agencies serving families with young children. Some offices offer resource information to families, caregivers & others who work with young children. The First 5 California website includes a parents’ resource & education section:

PARENTING SUPPORT www.ccfc.ca.gov/parents. (916) 263-1050. Butte: www.first5butte.org. 82 Table Mountain Blvd. Ste. 40, Oroville. (530) 538-7964. Shasta: www.first5shasta.org. 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding. (530) 646-3780. Siskiyou: www.first5siskiyou.org. 310 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. Ste. 3, Mt. Shasta. (530) 918-7222. Tehama: www.first5tehama.com. 332 Pine St. Ste. H, Red Bluff. (530) 528-1395.

BUTTE COUNTY

Butte County Office of Education Child Development Programs & Services; Oroville. www.bcoe.org/programs/cdps. 1870 Bird St. (530) 532-5648. Valley Oak Children’s Services; Chico. www.valleyoakchildren.org. 3120 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 6. (530) 895-3572 or (800) 345-8627.

SHASTA COUNTY

Early Childhood Services; Redding. Offers information about child care & development programs for parents. Also offers information about professional development opportunities for those working with children. www.shastacoe.org (click on “Departments” menu). 43 Hilltop Dr. (530) 225-2999. Redding. www.shastacoe.org

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Child Care Council; Weed. Offers a preschool program, childcare referrals, & huge lending library of toys & resource materials related to child development for parents, childcare providers & others working with children. Free trainings available to experienced, new & potential family childcare home providers. 170 Boles St. www.siskiyouchildcare.org. (530) 938-2748.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Early Childhood Services; Red Bluff. Offers preschool programs, family childcare home education network, local childcare planning council & more. www.tehamaschools.org/department/ early-childhood. 1135 Lincoln St. (530) 527-5811 or (530) 528-7245.

FAMILY & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTERS

Family and Community Resource Centers typically offer parent education classes and workshops, family fun nights and family activities, playgroups and storytimes, resource information, counseling services, support groups, lending libraries (toys, literacy and resource kits), safety trainings (i.e., car seat, helmets), nutrition resources, classes for kids, free children’s storybooks, summer camps and more!

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Autism LifeSpan Resource Office; Chico. Lending library features over 500 books, videos, DVDs & curriculum materials spanning the autism spectrum; open to all parents, educators & other professionals

& interested individuals in Northern CA. Also provides resource information, trainings & a support group. www.autismlifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd. Ste.150 (530) 897-0900. The Nest; Chico. A parenting & wellness resource center offering caring & compassionate support & education to women & their families. Offers classes, workshops, support groups & services. www.thenestchico.com. 7 Governors Lane. (530) 828-1900. Valley Oak Children’s Services Centers; Chico. Serving Butte County. www.valleyoakchildren.org. 3120 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 6. (800) 345-8627. Youth For Change Family Resource Centers. www.youth4change.org. (530) 877-1965. Oroville: African American Family & Cultural Center. 3300 Spencer. (530) 532-1205. Paradise: Paradise Ridge Family Resource Center. 6249 Skyway. (530) 872-3896.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

In addition to the resources & activities mentioned in the section description above, many Siskiyou Co. family & community resource centers offer free copies of the book How to Raise Emotionally Healthy Children, by Gerald Newmark, PhD, addressing five critical needs of children: to feel respected, important, accepted, included & secure. Butte Valley Community Resource Center; Dorris. 232 S. Oregon St. (530) 397-2273. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center. 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. www.dunsmuircrc.org. (530) 235-4400. Family & Community Resource Center; Weed. 260 Main St. (530) 938-9914. Happy Camp Family Resource Center; Happy Camp. 38 Park Way. (530) 493-5117. HUB Communities Family Resource Center; Montague. 310 S. 13th St. (530) 459-3481. McCloud Community Resource Center. 304 W. Minnesota Ave. (530) 964-3250. Mount Shasta Community Resource Center. 109 E. Lake St. (530) 926-1400. Siskiyou Child Care Council; Weed. www.siskiyouchildcare.org. 170 Boles St. (530) 938-2748. Scott Valley Family Resource Center; Fort Jones. 11920 Main St. (530) 468-2450. Tulelake/Newell Family Resource Center; Tulelake. 810 Main St. (530) 667-2147. Yreka Community Resource Center. 201 S. Broadway. (530) 842-1313.

SHASTA COUNTY

Intermountain Community Center; Burney. 37477 Hwy 299. (530) 335-4600. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center; Redding. www.reddingrecreation.org/ REC_parks_mlk.html. 1815 Sheridan St. (530) 225-4375. True North Grassroots for Kids; Shingletown. Call for hours. Play group Thurs, 10am. Black Butte Elementary School campus, 7752 Ponderosa Way. (530) 474-4220.

TEHAMA COUNTY

First Step Family Resource Center; Los Molinos. www.tehamaschools.org/

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department/school-readiness. 7700 Stanford Ave. (530) 384-7833. NVCSS Family Resource Centers; nvcss.org/programs/teResources.aspx. esources.aspx. Red Bluff: 220 Sycamore St. Ste. 101. (530) 528-8066 & (888) 797-7233. Corning: 1480 South St. (530) 824-7670.

FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION

There are disadvantaged children and youth in our Upper California community that need the help of loving and supportive families. Thousands of children in the state are waiting for adoptive families. Contact the agencies listed below to learn how you can play a crucial role in a child’s life by being a foster or adoptive parent. May is National Foster Care Month, a time to recognize the role each of us plays in the lives of children and youth in foster care. Learn more at www.childwelfare.gov/fostercaremonth. Butte County Adoption Services. Offers adoption services & facilitates adoptions of abused &/or neglected children in foster care when family reunification efforts fail. Requires dependency court involvement. Prospective adoptive parents can be single or partnered. Home ownership is not required. www.tinyurl. com/ButteCoAdoptions. 202 Mira Loma, Oroville. (530) 538-5119. Butte County Foster Care Licensing. Provides home evaluations for prospective foster parents, issues CA state foster family home license, maintains ongoing quality training. www.tinyurl.com/ButteCoFoster. Mira Loma Dr., Oroville. (530) 538-7755. Butte College Foster/Kinship Education Program; Butte County (neighboring counties welcome). Ongoing trainings, workshops & guardianship clinics for caregivers, foster parents, parents, teachers, therapists & social workers. www.butte.edu/fosterkinship. 2480 Notre Dame Blvd., Chico. (530) 897-6235. California Dept. of Social Services Adoptions; counties served include Butte, Glenn, Shasta, Siskiyou & Tehama. Adoptive families are especially needed for sibling groups & older children. Adoptive parents support groups offered. www. childsworld.ca.gov/pg1306.htm. Chico District Office: 520 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 140. (530) 895-6143. Children’s Hope Foster Family Agency; serves 12 North State counties, including Butte, Glenn & Tehama. Provides a wide variety of services & support to foster parents & children. Main office located in Gridley at 567 Virginia St. www. childrenshopeffa.org. (530) 846-4955. Environmental Alternatives; 15 counties served. A non-profit corporation providing a variety of residential services to neglected, abused, & delinquent children.

PARENTING SUPPORT Programs include foster care, group homes, and transitional housing placement. www. ea.org. (800) 655-8350. Lilliput Children’s Services; Butte, Glenn, Shasta, Siskiyou, Tehama & other counties. Foster, adoption & kinship services for domestic adoptions. Adoption support group; post adoption resource center. www.lilliput.org. Chico: 8 Williamsburg Lane; (530) 896-1920. Redding: 2580 Victor Ave. Ste. C.; (530) 722-9092. Ready for Life Foster Family Agency; Redding. Foster children need your love, compassion, understanding & support. Experienced, dedicated & friendly staff works closely with families to insure the success of foster placements in their homes, whether the child needs standard or intensive level care & no matter the length of stay. www.readyforlife.net. 923 Dana Dr. Ste. 8. (530) 222-1826. Remi Vista, Inc.; Butte, Shasta & Tehama counties. Services include foster care, transitional housing, & therapy services for out-of-home & at-risk youth. www.remivista.org. Corporate office: 2701 Park Marina Dr., Redding. (530) 245-5805. Shasta College Foster & Kinship Care Education Program; serves Shasta, Tehama & Trinity counties. Free classes, workshops, conferences & activities for caregivers, designed to meet children’s developmental, emotional, behavioral

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& educational needs & to develop specialized parenting skills for those caring for children who have been abused & neglected. www.shastacollege.edu (“Community” tab). (530) 339-3611. Shasta County Foster Care, Adoption & Kinship Care. Full-service domestic adoption & foster care agency. Foster Care licensing: 1550 California St., Redding; (530) 225-5362. Adoptions: 1313 Yuba St., Redding; (530) 225-5791. Kinship care: (530) 225-5554. Sierra Forever Families Post-adoptive Services; Serving 8 counties including Glenn & Siskiyou. Post adoption support services for all types of adoption, available to anyone who has adopted through any agency or attorney. Support groups, parent trainings, social activities, resource information, mentoring program & more. www.sierraff.org. 520 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 140, Chico. (530) 879-3861. The Grace Homes Foster Family Agency; serving the North State. Foster families needed for emergency care, care for infants, toddlers & teens, & care for teen mothers. Training & ongoing in-home support provided. www.gracehomes.org. 1951 Goodwater Ave., Redding. (530) 410-6331. Youth & Family Programs; Butte, Shasta & Tehama Counties. Offers a distinctive family-centered team approach to foster care. Provides a full range of support Cont'd on pg. 58

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530-879-3861 Services available for families who have been formed through adoption: • Information & Referral Services • Workshops & trainings for parents & professionals relating to adoption issues • Support via phone, e-mail & in person • Monthly newsletter • Adoptive Parent Support Groups • Serving Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, • Family social events for adoptive Sierra, Siskiyou, Sutter and Yuba counties families networking Seeking adoptive parents for foster children waiting to belong to caring and committed permanent families. For information on adopting in your area

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services to children & teens, their birth families & the agency’s foster parents. www.youthandfamily.info. Anderson: 2877 Childress Dr.; (530) 365-9197. Chico: 2577 California Park Dr.; (530) 893-1614. Youth for Change Foster Care Services; Butte County. Full-service foster family agency accredited by the California Alliance of Child and Family Services. Foster parenting options include traditional foster parenting; intensive treatment foster care; transitional housing host parent-mentor; & fost/adopt. Provides a wide array of services to families & ongoing support to foster parents & youth. www.youth4change.org. 7200 Skyway, Paradise. (530) 877-6764.

GRIEF SUPPORT

Also check with your local hospitals; many have resources for grief support.

ONLINE

Hospice Foundation of America. Hospice offers information online to help with understanding challenges that need to be faced when coping with grief. Local Hospice programs often offer grief support. www.hospicefoundation.org. (202) 457-5811 or (800) 854-3402.

BUTTE COUNTY

Forever Loved Perinatal Loss Support Group; Chico. Presentations & discussions on a variety of perinatal loss & grief topics. Sharing is optional; it’s okay to just listen. Free. www.enloe.org/community/support_ groups.asp. (530) 332-7610. Healing Through Writing/Music: Telling Our Stories; Chico. Free monthly writing group for people who want to learn more about writing to heal. Fountain Medical Conference Room, 251 Cohasset Rd. (530) 332-7300.

PARENTING SUPPORT SHASTA COUNTY

Mercy Hospice; Redding. Offers bereavement support groups for all ages & all types of death losses. 1544 Market St. (530) 245-4070.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Madrone Hospice; Yreka. Grief support & counseling services for those who have lost a loved one. All ages. www.madronehospice.org. 255 Collier Circle. (530) 842-3160. Mercy Hospice; Mount Shasta. Serving South Siskiyou County. Grief support groups & one-on-one support for anyone who is grieving. 914 Pine St. www.mercymtshasta.org. (530) 926-6111 ex. 455.

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Grief Camps; Eagle Lake. Camp Hug (for ages 8-18) & Camp Big Hug (for 18 & up) are annual bereavement camps for children & adults who have experienced a loss that has impacted their lives. Beautiful & safe environment teaches healthy ways to deal with grief, & offers fun too. Free. www.sierrahospice.com. Sierra Hospice, (530) 258-3412.

INFANT MASSAGE

Learn to communicate & cue into your baby’s needs through loving and gentle touch. Research shows that increased brain, emotional and social development occurs when babies are massaged and responded to in a respectful manner from a loving parent or caregiver. Helps infants sleep better and benefits their immune systems.

BUTTE COUNTY

Bloomin’ Babies Infant Massage Classes; Chico. Special Certified Pediatric OT & massage therapist offers massage

instruction to parents. Proven beneficial for children, especially infants with special needs. 2627 Forest Ave. (530) 879-9030. Health & Wellness Series; Chico. Infant massage is included in the Bigger Baby & Me Health & Wellness 6-class series. Includes two infant massage sessions. Call to find out when the next series begins. www.enloe.org/baby. Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 120. (530) 332-3970. Integrative Therapy O.T. Pediatric Clinic; Chico. Infant massage & occupational therapy for ages 0-12. Offers evaluation & treatment for sensory motor needs. 2627 Forest Ave. (530) 879-9030.

SHASTA COUNTY

Luna Bodywork Studio & Northstate Pre & Post; Redding. Offers infant massage workshops for parent & infant. (530) 356-0477 or (530) 356-2843.

PARENTING METHODS & CLASSES

40 Developmental Assets®. The Search Institute’s framework of Developmental Assets is a widely used approach to positive youth development. Adults learn to foster experiences & qualities that help influence choices young people make & helps youth become caring, responsible adults. www.search-institute.org/assets. (800) 888-7828. Love & Logic® Institute. Love & Logic provides easy-to-use techniques to help parents have more fun & less stress while raising responsible kids of all ages. Helps parents understand their parenting styles & what works effectively with their kids. Website includes articles section; in Spanish also. www.loveandlogic.com. (800)-338-4065.

Nurturing Parenting. The Nurturing Parenting Programs® of the Family Development Resources, Inc. promote nonviolent parenting practices. Website offers resources for parents & anyone who works with children. nurturingparenting.com. (800) 688-5822. The Post Institute. Love-based familycentered approach for helping children with challenging behaviors. The Post Institute specializes in working with adults, children & families who struggle with issues related to early life trauma & the impact of trauma on the development of the mind-body system. Great resource website. www.postinstitute.com. (866) 848-POST (7678).

COUNTY-SPECIFIC PARENTING CLASSES:

Parent Cafés; Butte & Shasta. Parent Cafés are opportunities for parents to share information & ideas in meaningful guided discussions with the goal of strengthening families. Parents make new friends, share their hopes & dreams for their families, & learn about resources, all ultimately building a stronger community. Cafés typically meet monthly, with a meal & childcare provided. For information: Butte County: www.butteparentcafe.com. (530) 899-4941. Shasta County: www.shastacapc.org/ parent-cafe.html. (530) 241-5816, ex 208. Parenting NOW!; Siskiyou County. Class series helps parents build positive & healthy relationships with their children ages birth–8. Parents create a community support network as they explore foundational concepts of parenting & develop a personal parenting philosophy. Offered in Siskiyou County through family resource centers; see category Family & Community Resource Centers for contact information to find out more.

Early Childhood Services FREE Preschool Early Childhood Services offers age appropriate child

development programs for income eligible families with children 3 and 4 years old. Locations include: Alta Mesa, Anderson Heights, Bella Vista, Bonny View, Buckeye, Cypress, Grand Oaks, Juniper, Lake Center, Lassen View, Mistletoe, North Cottonwood, Oak View, Prairie, Shasta College and Shasta Meadows.

Resource and Referral Your link to quality child care services for

parents and children in Shasta and Tehama counties. Contact our office to learn more about finding quality child care, subsidy programs and for a free list of child care providers in your area.

Child and Adult Care Food Program A reimbursement program for Trustline and licensed family child care providers in Shasta and Tehama counties. This program reimburses your monthly food costs to provide nutritious meals to children in your care. Contact our office to find out more.

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PARENTING SUPPORT Positive Parenting Program (Triple P); Shasta County. One of the world’s most effective parenting programs, Triple P offers parents helpful information for working with common parenting issues such as tantrums, disobedience & bedtime drama. Find tips & look for classes happening in Shasta County online here: www.triplepshasta.com. (855) 275-8109.

PARENTING SUPPORT HELPLINE

National Parent Helpline offers emotional support for parents in English & Spanish. Call Mon-Fri, 10am-7pm. www.nationalparenthelpline.org. 1-855-4A PARENT (855-427-2736).

PLAYGROUPS

Also contact your local community/family resource centers for information about local playgroups; see Family & Community Resource Centers in this section.

BUTTE COUNTY

Bricks 4 Kidz; Chico. Offers a weekly mommy & me class, a monthly Kidz Night Out, & open-play sessions. www.bricks4kidz.com/california-chico. 510 Walnut St. (530) 332-9172. Butte Homeschoolers’ Park Day Playgroups; Chico & Paradise. Inclusive weekly playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children &

parents. All homeschoolers are welcome. Meets 1-4pm year-round at two locations: Thursdays at Wildwood Park in Chico & Wednesdays at Aquatic Park in Paradise. Free. Find info at www.facebook.com/ groups/ButteHomeSchoolers. Chico Mothers Club. Offers weekly playgroups (grouped by age), monthly craft project, & play date outings & activities for kids & parents. Low annual membership fee. www.chicomothersclub.org. Circle Time; Chico. Creative parent-child activities for infants & preschoolers (siblings welcome too). Includes songs, flannel boards, stories & much more. Thursdays, 9:15-10am. Free; space is limited, call to reserve your spot. Apple Blossom Baby, 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530 )345-1617. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. The entire gym at Athletics Horizons is open for preschool play. For ages walking–5yrs with an adult (maximum 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fridays, 10am-12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530) 893-4967. "Handmade Play" Playgroup; Chico. Children of all ages & their caretakers learn ways to have fun with educational play using items commonly found at home, like pots, pans, sheets & boxes. 3rd Saturdays at 2pm. Chico Library. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse weekly playgroup for parents & little ones

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ages 0-5, of all abilities. Come sing, dance, read & play. Free. Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30pm. Rowell Family Empowerment of N. CA. 3075 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 2. (530) 899-8801. Sibshops Program; Chico. A monthly program for siblings of individuals with diverse abilities. Sibshops participants share a common understanding & have a great time together enjoying a variety of activities, such as bowling, creating art, & miniature golf. Call for dates information. Rowell Family Empowerment of N. CA. 3075 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 2. (530) 899-8801. Sunny Garden Montessori Open Play; Chico. Offers drop-in open play sessions for caregivers & children ages 0-5. Fun self-directed learning-focused setting where children enjoy hands-on activities & meet new friends - caregivers can socialize too! Themed open plays M-F, 10:30am-12pm, year-round. For information about additional drop-in open play hours, call or check website: www.sunnygardenmontessori.com. 2801 Godman Ave. (530) 343-3101.

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Little Explorers; Redding. Weekly activities for ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Thursdays, 10am. Free with admission to Turtle Bay. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530) 243-8850.

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Preschool Play & Parent Social; Mt. Shasta. Parents & their children ages birth-5 are welcome to drop by for free play, socialization (for parents too!) & peer support during open-play times. Free. Call or stop by for schedule. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530) 926-1400.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Playtime Pals Playgroup; Red Bluff. Parentorganized group for ages 0-5 includes play, crafts, snacks & field trips. Children & parents socialize with peers. Mondays, 10-11:30am. Free. Inclusive program, held at First Church of the Nazarene, 900 Johnson St. (530) 921-2760. School Readiness Playgroup; Corning, Los Molinos & Red Bluff. Fun playgroup for ages 0-5, held during the school year. Children explore with crafts, rhymes, songs & reading. Offers age-related developmental information about your

PARENTING SUPPORT child. Held weekly Sept-May. Info: Los Molinos, (530) 384-7833; Red Bluff, (530) 527-7214; Corning, (530) 824-4111.

SINGLE PARENTING RESOURCES

Becoming a single parent can be one of the most difficult transitions a parent has to face. Divorce requires making tough decisions and using a new vocabulary that includes words like “custody” and “visitation time.” Here are a few resources offering support for parents and children going through the challenges of divorce. Child Custody Help for Single Parents. For a collection of resources designed to help you learn more about child custody & to help you prepare for court, visit www.tinyurl.com/CustodyInfo. Jennifer Wolf’s Single Parents Blog. Offers many ideas for improving your relationship with your children & ways to take better care of yourself. www.singleparents.about.com. Kids' Turn Shasta-Cascade; Redding. Nonprofit organization offering support to families going through separation or divorce. Whole-family 6-week workshop series helps parents & children adjust to changing roles. Children attend a developmentally appropriate group class while parents attend adult session focused on developing a healthy, changing relationship with their children. www. kidsturnredding.info. (530) 244-5749. Specifically for Kids. This KidsHealth article offers children advice on living with a single parent. Let them read it & then have a heart-to-heart about feelings & concerns. www.tinyurl.com/KidsHealth-SingleParent.

TOY SHOPS: SPECIALTY & LOCALLY OWNED BUTTE COUNTY

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Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Offers popular & hard-to-find new items, unique locally

crafted treasures, & high-quality resale products. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530) 345-1617. Bird In Hand; Chico. A store filled with toys, art kits & more. 320 Broadway St. (530) 893-0545. Kat’s Meow; Chico. Find just the right outfit or decor for your little ones right in Downtown Chico. 138 W. 3rd St. (530) 899-8811. Made In Chico. Offers locally made baby clothing, specialty toys & party favors. 127 W. 3rd St., Chico. (530) 894-7009. The Creative Apple; Chico. Offers a wide array of educational toys & materials to help young minds grow. 2210 Pillsbury Rd. Ste. 182. (530) 345-0122.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Little Doves Children's Boutique; Mt. Shasta. Quality new & used children's clothes, toys, books, maternity & locallymade goods for mamas & babies. We take consignment on clean, like-new items. 426 Chestnut St. (530) 926-1687. McCloud River Mercantile; McCloud. Specialty toys, puzzles & collectables plus adorable clothing, hats & blankets. 241 Main St. (530) 964-2846.

SHASTA COUNTY

Sugarplum Kids; Redding. Wonderful old-fashioned children’s boutique, with toys & candy too. 1734 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 221-5573.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Discover Earth Eco-Mercantile; Red Bluff. Offers old-fashioned goodness, including organic & handmade items & Americanmade games & toys. 635 Main St. (530) 529-3856.

OTHER

Michael Olaf Company. Respected source of Montessori toys & educational materials. Shop online or visit store in Arcata, CA. www.michaelolaf.com.

SAFETY • • • • • •

Babysitting Training Courses Bike & Board Helmets Car Seat Safety CPR & First Aid Training Fire Safety Product Recalls & Awareness

BABYSITTING TRAINING COURSES

American Red Cross Babysitters Training Program Information Online: www.redcross.org.

BUTTE COUNTY

Babysitting 101; Chico. Chico Area Recreation Department Babysitting 101 year-round courses include hands-on training in basic first aid, infant & toddler care, home safety & more. For ages 11 to 15. $65; includes certificate upon completion. www.chicorec.com. (530) 895-4711. Safe Babysitting Courses; Chico. Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center offers courses for ages 11 & up. $35; participants receive a pediatric CPR participation card. 251 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 120. www.enloe.org. (530) 332-3970.

SHASTA COUNTY

Babysitters Training Program; Redding. American Red Cross Babysitters Training Program offers youth ages 11-15 training in CPR & first aid for children, childcare skills, handling safety hazards, injury prevention & starting a babysitting business. $85/ 6-hr course; includes resource materials. www.redcross.org. (530) 244-8000.

BIKE & BOARD HELMETS

Below are agencies that offer free or low-cost helmets to qualifying limitedincome families. Call for appointment and requirement info. Also visit your local bike shops for quality helmets available for purchase.

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Great Things Inside facebook.com/AppleBlossomBabyChico

M-F 10-6 • Sat 10-5 • Sun 11-4 1372 Longfellow Ave., Chico

530-345-1617

With great new products, locally made treasures and the best in resale, we make it easy to get what your family wants without spending a fortune. • Huge shoe selection • One-of-a-kind locally made treasures • Original baby gifts • Nursing support products • Heirloom quality wood toys • including maternity clothes • Baby gear

We pay cash for like-new brand name clothing, size 18 months - 12 years

Bring in your gently used items for store credit or consignment and save. We accept things year-round, no appointment needed.

Register your baby shower and gift-giving needs with us. Join us For Family Fun Call or check us out on Facebook for more details.

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Chico: Enloe Children’s Health Center. (530) 332-6000. OPT for Healthy Living. (530) 345-0678. Valley Oak Children’s Services. (530) 895-3572.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mount Shasta Community Resource Center. While supplies last. (530) 926-1400. Yreka Police Department. (530) 841-2300.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Corning Police Department. (530) 824-7000. Also offers classes to teach proper infant/child car safety seat installation.

SAFETY CAR SEAT SAFETY

Check your local family and community resource centers, law enforcement offices, and hospitals for classes offering instruction in proper car seat installation & use. Some offer free or low-cost car seats.

CPR & FIRST AID TRAINING BUTTE COUNTY

MedEd; Chico & Paradise. CPR, First Aid & more. (530) 276-9164. Chico Area Recreation & Park District; Chico. CPR, First Aid & more. Ages 11+. (530) 895-4711.

SHASTA COUNTY

A+ Safety, LLC; Redding. CPR, First Aid, Water Safety, Health Profession Training, Babysitter Safety & more. www.aplussafetyllc.com. 2765 Bechelli Ln. (530) 222-1210. American Red Cross; Redding. Adult, infant & pediatric CPR & First Aid for all levels, Wilderness & Remote First Aid, & Pet First Aid. www.redcross.org. Redding satellite office: (530) 244-8000. MedEd Redding; Redding. CPR, First Aid & more. (530) 276-9164. Enterprise Training Center; Redding. CPR, First Aid & advanced life support. www.enterprisetrainingcenter.com. (530) 221-9012. Kiser CPR & First Aid; Redding. CPR, First Aid & Emergency Medical Responder training. www.kisercpr.com. 5544 Lexi Lane. (530) 921-1455. Shasta Builders Exchange Training Center; Redding. Adult CPR & First Aid. www.sbetrainingcenter.com. 2985 Innsbruck Dr. (530) 222-1917.

FIRE SAFETY

Awareness, planning & practice is what will keep you and your family alive in a fire emergency. Plan for fire-related risks now the things you don’t want to be wondering about when a fire occurs. Make sure your family knows what to do and where to go. Find tips & information on the following websites to learn ways to keep your family, pets, home and property as safe as possible. American Red Cross offers valuable fire safety & prevention information & tips to help your family prepare for, respond to

and recover from a home fire. Includes a printable worksheet to help your family create a personalized fire escape plan. Go to www.redcross.org/prepare/disaster/ home-fire & click the tabs under the Home Fire Safety title. Butte County Fire Safety Council. Offers free fire-safe home evaluations, an educational outreach program for 6th graders, chipper program, pdf’s of area evacuation plans, online library of resources, printables & information, resident’s assistance program & more. www.thenet411.net. (530) 877-0984 Fire Prevention & Safety Checklist. This printable list from the American Red Cross is a good place to start: www.tinyurl.com/ RedCrossFireChecklist. Ready for Wildfire offers simple steps you can take to increase the chances of your home surviving a wildfire. Includes a downloadable Family Action Plan form to fill out and review with your family. www.readyforwildfire.org. Shasta County Fire Safe Council. Offers fire safety tips & regional information. Find out how you can get involved. www.scfsc.org. (530) 365-7332.

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• Watch for pedestrians at all times. • Never pass vehicles stopped at crosswalks. There may be people crossing that you can’t see. • Don’t drive distracted. Put electronic devices down when driving.

PRODUCT RECALLS & AWARENESS

Breast Cancer Fund. In response to the public health crisis of breast cancer, the Breast Cancer Fund identifies & advocates for elimination of environmental & other preventable causes of the disease. www.breastcancerfund.org. Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. Coalition of more than 100 nonprofit organizations working to protect the health of consumers and workers by eliminating dangerous chemicals from cosmetics & personal care products. www.safecosmetics.org. Consumer Affairs. Latest news regarding toxic toys & infant/child furniture. Excellent Children’s Products Recalls page. www.consumeraffairs.com. Environmental Working Group (EWG). EWG is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to protecting public health & the environment. Site (www.ewg.org) & blog (www.enviroblog. org) contain relevant products, food safety information & much more. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Comprehensive product safety & recall information. Report an unsafe product. “Especially for kids” page. www.cpsc.gov.

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• Make eye contact with drivers. Never assume a driver sees you.

• Wear bright, reflective clothing and a helmet.

• Be visible. At night, carry a flashlight or wear reflective material.

• Ride on the right side of the road, in the same direction as traffic.

• Cross at crosswalks. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic.

• Ride predictably. Use hand signals and follow the rules of the road.

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SCIENCE & NATURE

Kids Can Help Save the Honey Bees

By Sarah Yale

Summer is a great time to adopt an important cause. The world honey bee population has been going down since 2006. Commercial food producers and people all over the world depend on honey bees to pollinate plants to grow food for humans and animals. Scientists are working hard to figure out why so many bees are dying. There appear to be multiple causes, including pesticide use, viruses, parasites and an insufficient food supply.

or bathe. A shallow plastic dish of water with flat rocks in it will work. Honey bees will stand on the rocks to reach the water. Use a clear or light-colored bowl to keep the water from overheating.

In school, children learn that we are all responsible for the future sustainability of our ecosystem and our planet. Kids have the power to create awareness, to educate others, and to help reestablish endangered species.

Talk about bees. Spread the word about helping honey bees to other children. Share about honey bees at camp or school. Make a poster, project, or webpage to educate people.

What Kids Can Do Now Learn about honey bees. Get some books from the library and research honey bees on the internet. Study pictures to be able to recognize honey bees and other bee species.

Look for honey bees in your yard and garden, at the park or at camp. Take pictures without getting too close. You can enlarge the photos to get a closer look. Appreciate bees while they are at work pollinating. Give them plenty of space and do not try to kill them. Plant native flowers in gardens, public gardens and flower pots. Honey bees are particularly attracted to purple, blue, white and yellow flowers. Herbs, flowering fruit and vegetable plants will also nourish honey bees. Plant clover and if possible leave a meadow area of uncut grass in your yard. Honey bees love clover. Provide water for the honey bees to drink. They need to be able to stand near the edge of the water to drink

Let clover grow in your yard along with grass. Do not kill it with pesticides. Pesticides kill beneficial plants and bugs, and they pollute the soil. Use organic weed killers such as vinegar.

Make fliers that help people learn about attracting honey bees by providing a habitat for them with flowers, plants and accessible water. Tell people not to use pesticide. You can color the fliers by hand with crayons or markers, or use computer clip art. Post around town on bulletin boards (libraries, grocery stores, coffee shops). Mail fliers to your local and state government officials and to newspapers. Visit a beekeeping farm to learn more about harvesting honey. Look in books and online for images of beekeeping. Maybe you will want to become a hobby beekeeper! Buy local or U.S. made honey, rather than imported honey. Honey can be used in place of sugar in recipes – try baking with honey, yum! Honey bees are our friends. We need them to pollinate our flowers, plants and our nation’s food crops. Honey bees are very important to our environment and our planet.

DID YOU KNOW? • A bee’s favorite colors are blue and yellow. Bees see yellow as blue. • Flowers with “landing pads,” like spots (i.e., foxgloves) or rings (black-eyed Susans) are particularly designed for bees. • Ashland, Phoenix and Talent, our neighbors in Southern Oregon, have each elected to become a “Bee City USA” and Southern Oregon University has become the first “Bee Campus USA.” See www.beecityusa.org

CHILDREN’S BOOKS ABOUT HONEY BEES • The Honey Makers by Gail Gibbons • Honeybees by Joyce Milton • Busy, Buzzy Bee by Karen Wallace • The Life and Times of the Honeybee by Charles Micucci

WEBSITES ABOUT BEES • National Honey Board www.honey.com • National Geographic’s Intimate Portraits of Bees feature: www.tinyurl.com/BeePhotography

FLOWERS & PLANTS THAT ATTRACT HONEY BEES ASTERS • BASIL • BEE BALM • BERRIES • BLACK-EYED SUSAN • CHIVES • CLOVER • COSMOS • CUCUMBERS • DANDELIONS FENNEL • FLOWERING BROCCOLI • GERANIUMS • HYACINTH • LAVENDER • LEMON BALM • LILACS • MARIGOLDS • MELON MINT • PEPPERS • PUMPKINS • ROSEMARY •SAGE • SNOWDROPS • SQUASH • SUNFLOWER • THYME • TOMATOES • TULIPS WILDFLOWERS • WISTERIA • ZINNIA

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SCIENCE & NATURE

SCIENCE & NATURE • Geology & Rock Hounding • Nature & Wildlife Centers Organizations & Rescues • Planetariums, Observatories & Astronomy • Spelunking (Caves)

GEOLOGY & ROCK HOUNDING BUTTE COUNTY

Paradise Gem & Mineral Club; Paradise. Fun group of rock hounds promoting & advancing the appreciation of rocks & minerals. Meetings & activities nights, annual picnic, annual show & field trips for those interested in the earth sciences, lapidary techniques & general rockhounding. www.paradisegem.org. (530) 343-0894.

SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta Gem & Mineral Society. A nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the knowledge of gem, mineral & lapidary arts programs, through reading, classes, workshops & field-trips. Includes “Juniors” division for ages 7-17. Make new friends with fellow rock hounds. www.shastagemandmineral.com or email shastagemandmineral@gmail.com.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Scott Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Fort Jones. Kid friendly atmosphere. Come learn about minerals & gems (bring a rock to identify), participate in jewelry making, hear experts present information, go on an outing, and more. Meets monthly 2nd Saturdays at the Fort Jones Community Center, 11960 East St.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Gaumer’s Mineral & Mining Museum; Red Bluff. Educational & entertaining for visitors of all ages. Gold mining, fossils, Native American artifacts, rocks, crystals & fluorescent minerals. M-F, 9am-5pm. School tours avail. 78 Belle Mill Rd. www.gaumers.com. (530) 527-6166.

ONLINE

RocksForKids.com. Canadian-based rockhounding website with good info for kids of all ages. Includes rocks list & pictures. www.rocksforkids.com.

NATURE & WILDLIFE CENTERS, ORGANIZATIONS & RESCUES BUTTE COUNTY

Altacal Audubon Society; Butte, Glenn & Tehama Counties. Promotes awareness, appreciation & protection of native birds & their habitats. Bird walks, informative & entertaining monthly programs at Chico Creek Nature Center, educational outreach at local schools & events, annual January Snow Goose Festival sponsor. www.altacal.org. (530) 514-4109.

Barry Kirshner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Butte Valley/Oroville. Education & preservation center that’s home to a wide variety of non-releasable endangered & exotic live animals. See tigers, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, leopards, hawks, owls, African lions, servals, a liger, wallaby, reptiles & much more. TueSun, 9am-5pm. $10/adult, $6/child, under 2 free. www.kirshner.org. 4995 Durham Pentz Rd. (530) 533-1000. Butte Environmental Council; Butte County. BEC educates & advocates for the environment through a variety of outdoor science education programs. Hosts the May Endangered Species Faire at Bidwell Park & annual Bidwell Park & Creeks Cleanup Day (3rd Sat in Sept). www.becnet.org. (530) 891-6424. California Native Plant Society, Mt. Lassen Chapter; Butte, Glenn, Tehama & Plumas counties. Offers year-round field trips, native plant seeds, monthly meetings & annual events, rare plant conservation, & educational outreach programs to schools & groups. www.mountlassen.cnps.org. (530) 636-4547. Chico Creek Nature Center; Chico. Official information center for Bidwell Park, the 7th largest municipal park in the U.S. Exhibits, camps, non-releasable living native animals. Wed-Sat, 11am-4pm. $2/child 4-17, $4/adults, ages 3 & under free. www.bidwellpark.org. Located in Bidwell Park, 1968 East 8th St. (530) 891-4671. Feather River Fish Hatchery; Oroville. State of the art facility features underwater viewing windows to observe migrating salmon & steelhead trout (best viewing mid-Sept. thru June). Learn about the life cycle of fish, view spawning operations. Open daily, sunrise to sunset. Salmon festival held 4th Saturday in Sept. www.wildlife.ca.gov/Fishing/Hatcheries/ Feather-River. 5 Table Mountain Blvd. (530) 538-2222. Feather River Nature Center & Native Plant Park; Oroville. Features an original riverrock bathhouse used by gold miners. Great place to enjoy family picnics or just relax by the river. Open daily sunrise to sunset; guided tours avail. by appt. www.cityoforoville.org (Search “City Museums” page). Montgomery St. & Old Ferry Rd. (530) 538-2415. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Inspiring the exploration of science & natural history in our region & beyond. www.gatewayscience.org. Located at 625 Esplanade (near the Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park). (530) 898-4121. Gray Lodge Wildlife Area; Gridley. Yearround wildlife viewing on 9,100-acre wetland area. In fall & winter see vast numbers of migratory waterfowl. Museum, paved trail to viewing platform, seasonal guided tours (Oct-Feb), annual events (children’s fishing day, clean-up day). Open sunrise to sunset. www.dfg.ca.gov/lands/ wa/region2/graylodge. Located along the Pacific Flyway, 3207 Rutherford Rd. (530) 846-7500.

GLENN COUNTY

California Native Plant Society, Mt. Lassen Chapter; Butte, Glenn, Tehama & Plumas counties. See full listing under Butte County above.

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California Native Plant Society, Shasta Chapter; Redding. Educates the public about native plants in their natural environment & for use in the garden. Offers field trips, workshops, monthly events with presenters, annual plant sales & shows, & information. www.shastacnps.org. (530) 225-2311. Coleman Fish Hatchery; Anderson. Explore the largest Chinook salmon & steelhead hatchery in the lower 48 states. Open daily for informative self-guided tours, 7:30am until dusk. Nature trail, annual Return of the Salmon Festival (3rd Sat in Oct), school & youth group tours (Oct-Nov). www.fws.gov/coleman. 24411 Coleman Fish Hatchery Rd. (530) 365-8622. Shasta Roots & Shoots; Shasta Co. Program founded by Jane Goodall, inspiring youth to make a difference. Service-learning projects promote care & concern for animals, the environment, & the human community. Trail-mapping, pond & river surveys, planting songbird nesting habitat & more. Ages preschool-college. Free. Schedule an event in your area. (541) 251-1426. Shasta Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation; Anderson. A nonprofit organization that rehabilitates sick, orphaned & injured wildlife & releases it back into the wild. Volunteer opportunities in spring, summer & fall. Tasks include feeding baby birds & helping teach older animals how to survive in the wild. shastawildliferescue.com. (530) 365-9453. Turtle Bay Exploration Park; Redding. Animal shows, live butterfly & bird exhibits, fish viewing, self-guided & hands-on science exploration, eagle cam, indoor & outdoor play features. Interactive exhibits, galleries & museum displays. www.turtlebay.org. 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530) 243-8850 Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown. 5,000acre preserve dedicated to protecting & preserving America's wild horses as a living national treasure. Provides sanctuary in an ecologically balanced environment. Visitors welcome Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm for wild horse viewing, free of charge. Trail rides, horse adoptions & sponsorships. Annual open house & benefit in August. www.wildhorsesanctuary.org. (530) 474-5770. Wintu Audubon Society; Redding. Yearround activities include monthly 2nd Sat educational program for youth grades 4 & up, 2nd Sat Bird Walks (binoculars & bird guides provided) for adults & teens with adult, 2nd Tues birding program with guest speakers, a July campout & more. Check website for calendar & birding information. www.wintuaudubon.org.

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hosting for Panther & Southgate meadows. www.mountshastaecology.org. 418 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-5655. Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery; Mt. Shasta. The West’s oldest operating hatchery raises trout to stock mountain streams, rivers & lakes. Tours by appointment. Open daily, 8am-sunset. Kids Fishing Days 2015: June 6, July 11 & Aug 1. Free. www.wildlife. ca.gov/fishing/Hatcheries/Mount-Shasta. 3 N. Old Stage Rd. (530) 926-2215. The River Exchange; Dunsmuir. Promotes healthy watersheds through involving the community in river stewardship, education & restoration in the Upper Sacramento River area. Family-friendly events, projects & field trips. Hosts annual Great River Cleanup event 3rd Sat in Sept. www.riverexchange.org. 5727 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-2012.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Altacal Audubon Society; Butte, Glenn & Tehama Counties. See full listing in Butte County section above. California Native Plant Society, Mt. Lassen Chapter; Butte, Glenn, Tehama & Plumas counties. See full listing under Butte County above. Sacramento River Discovery Center; Red Bluff. Learn about science & nature in an outdoor classroom on the Sacramento River. Native habitat trails, 2-acre native plant garden (includes drought-tolerant demo garden) & more. Ongoing seminars, outings & classes, environmental education programming for elementary Cont'd on pg. 64

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Audubon Society; Mt. Shasta. Sponsors birding trips April-July, & bird walks in Yreka’s Upper Greenhorn Park. For inquiries, please visit www.mtshastaaudubon.com. Mt. Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center; Mt. Shasta. Family-friendly events & activities including hikes, an annual river rafting trip, Wild & Scenic Film Festival, & Earth Day fun. Volunteer opportunities include docent opportunities, caretaking & campground www.northstateparent.com • 2015/2016

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schools, summer day camps for ages 6-12 June & July, annual watershed celebration & plant sale. 1000 Sale Lane. www. sacramentoriverdiscoverycenter.com. (530) 527-1196.

OTHER AREAS

Great Cats World Park; Cave Junction, OR. Exciting, interactive & educational 10-acre park that’s home to up to 39 cats & 18 species. Introduces guests to feline ambassadors & helps raise awareness & support for rare & endangered cats. Guided tours & trainer interactions bring out cats’ natural & instinctive behaviors & athletic abilities. School groups, corporate events & private tours available. www.greatcatsworldpark.com. 27919 Redwood Hwy. (541) 592-2957. Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge; Willows, CA. Located 90 miles north of Sacramento, the complex consists of five national wildlife refuges & three wildlife management areas. Comprises over 35,000 acres of wetlands & uplands in the Sacramento Valley. Auto-tours, hiking trails, visitors center & bookstore. Open year-round sunrise to sunset; Visitors Center/office open 9am-4pm, M-F, MarOct. & daily Nov-Feb. www.fws.gov/refuge/ Sacramento. (530) 934-2801. ScienceWorks; Ashland, OR. Southern Oregon & Northern California’s interactive science museum features over 80 interactive exhibits, hands-on science & arts exploration, & weekly tinkering

SCIENCE & NATURE activities. Open daily 10am-6pm, Memorial Day to Labor Day & 10am-5pm the rest of the year. $10/adults & teens, $8/child 2-12/ seniors, free for ages 2 & under & teachers with school ID. Group discounts available. www.scienceworksmuseum.org. 1500 E. Main St. (541) 482-6767.

PLANETARIUMS, OBSERVATORIES & ASTRONOMY BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Community Observatory; Chico. Operates on clear nights, Friday, Saturday & Sunday year-round. Summer: Sunset to 10:45pm; Winter: approx. 6-9pm. Explore the night sky in an outside viewing area with docents who lead discussions. Take a peek through telescopes inside the building. Free. www.facebook. com/ChicoCommunityObservatory. 1 Observatory Way, located near Horseshoe Lake in Upper Bidwell Park; look for sign at intersection of Wildwood Ave. & Observatory Way. (530) 487-4071.

SHASTA COUNTY

Schreder Planetarium; Redding. This 1700-square-foot planetarium with 10-meter projection dome offers a quality simulation of the night sky & features engaging programs that blend science, technology, engineering, math & imagination. The lab environment

Family Resource Guide 2014/2015 supports pre-K–12th grade studies. www.schrederplanetarium.com. 1644 Magnolia Ave. Field trips: (530) 225-0243; Show times: (530) 225-0295. Star Parties; Whiskeytown National Recreational Area, Shasta County. Join members of the Shasta Astronomy Club seasonally to view amazing sights in the night sky. Telescopes provided. Free (vehicle pass $5). Monthly or bi-monthly viewings are held at Mt. Shasta Mine Loop trail parking lot, beginning 30 minutes after sunset (weather permitting). www. shastaastronomyclub.com. (530) 242-3454.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Star Gazers Club; Mt. Shasta. Promotes interest in astronomy & its related sciences. Educational & fun. Monthly meetings, free public star parties & other events. All are welcome.

SPELUNKING (CAVES) SHASTA COUNTY

Lake Shasta Caverns; Lakehead. Fun & impressive spelunking experience! Take a boat ride across Shasta Lake, a scenic bus ride to the cavern entrance, then enjoy a 1-hour guided tour through the caverns (adventure is 2 hours total). Gift shop & visitor’s center. lakeshastacaverns.com. 20359 Shasta Caverns Rd. (530) 238-2341 or (800) 795-CAVE.

Subway Cave; Old Station. Great first spelunking experience for kids, the surface is fairly level & the walk through less than 1/2 mile. Located 1/4 mile north of the junction of Highway 44 & 89 across from Cave Campground. www.fs.usda/gov/ main/lassen/home. (530) 336-5521.

SISKIYOU & MODOC COUNTIES

Lava Beds National Monument. Site of the largest concentration of lava tube caves in North America. Ranger-led explorations & evening campfire programs that explore the monument’s Native American history. Rangers help match children’s interests & capabilities to the numerous developed caves. www.nps.gov/labe/index.htm. (530) 667-8100.

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A great family adventure. Experience this fun, year-round activity that brings the family together.

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SPECIAL NEEDS SPECIAL NEEDS Upper CA resources for special needs of all types: Autism, physical disabilities, cancer, abuse/violence, diabetes, etc. Also see Schools: Special Needs in the Education section. • Special Needs: Cognitive & Physical • Special Needs: Domestic Violence & Abuse Advocacy / Abuse & Violence Prevention • Special Needs: General Health • Special Needs: Health: Cancer • Special Needs: Health: Diabetes

SPECIAL NEEDS: COGNITIVE & PHYSICAL

Also see section Animals: Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy. For dentists that serve both children and adults with special needs, see section Health: Dental: Pediatric Dentistry

SERVING MULTIPLE COUNTIES

Autism LifeSpan; located in Chico, serving 9 Northern CA counties. Supports individuals with developmental disabilities & their families. Resource office includes a lending library with over 500 books, videos, DVDs & curriculum materials spanning the autism spectrum. Provides families, individuals, educators & other professionals with information & resources. Also offers trainings & monthly parent support group. www.autismlifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 150 (530) 897-0900. Braille & Talking Book Library; serving California. Provides braille & audiobooks (and equipment needed to play them) by mail for free to eligible CA residents who are unable to read standard print materials due to blindness, low vision or organic physical disabilities. www.btbl.ca.gov. (916) 654-0640 & (800) 952-5666. California State Department of Rehabilitation; serving all upper CA counties. Helps individuals with disabilities (physical, mental, emotional or learning) go to work for the first time or return to work. Job training & placement, adaptive technology, vocational counseling, help with transportation & more. www.dor.ca.gov. Butte Co: 470 Rio Lindo Ave. Ste. 4, Chico. (530) 895-5507; 78 Table Mountain Blvd. Oroville. (530) 822-4570. Shasta Co: 1900 Churn Creek Rd. Ste. 100, Redding. (530) 224-4708. Siskiyou Co: 500 N. Main St. Yreka. (530) 842-1662. Tehama Co: 705 Pine St., Red Bluff. (530) 529-4270. Far Northern Regional Center; serving all upper CA counties. Serving individuals with developmental disabilities, & their families, in 9 CA counties. Referrals to services & support, for infants to adults. www.farnorthernrc. org/main. Offices in Chico: 1377 East Lassen Ave. (530) 895-8633. Redding: 1900 Churn Creek Rd. Ste. 319. (530) 222-4791.

Mt. Shasta: 421 Chestnut. (530) 222-4791. Lake Almanor: 401 Peninsula Dr. Ste. 2 (530) 895-8633. Head Start/Early Head Start. Offers support for children ages 5 & under with special needs, & their parents. To find a program in your area, use the Head Start Locator online at www.eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs. gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices or call these offices in your county: Shasta Head Start, Inc.: 375 Lake Blvd. Ste. 100, Redding. www.shskids.org. (530) 241-1036. Siskiyou Early Head Start: www.sisnet.ssku.k12.ca.us/sehs.html. 1 Child’s Way, Yreka. (530) 842-8493. NCCDI Tehama County Head Start: 220 Sycamore St., Red Bluff. (530) 529-1500. (877) 224-7772. Homeschool Association of California (HSC) Special Needs Homeschooling Information. Volunteer contact person for general information about homeschooling kids with special needs. (888) HSC-4440. Parent Infant Programs; serving all upper CA counties. In-home program for children ages 0-3 with special needs. Curriculum focuses on: maximizing the development of the individual child, strengthening the parent-child relationship, & helping parents develop strong advocacy skills. Includes Autism support program for ages 3-5 in Butte & Shasta counties. www.parentinfantprograms.com. 2628 Victor Ave. Ste. B. (530) 247-1375. Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern CA; serving all upper CA counties. Serving children with special needs & their families, ages birth-26. Rowell’s Pals playgroup, SLATE summer program (for children ages 6-15 on the autism spectrum), siblings group, grandparents group, training for transitioning youth, deaf and hard of hearing support group, IEP training, home medical binder training, classes & workshops in English, Spanish & ASL, respite services & much more. Free. Check website for location offerings: www.rfenc.org. Offices: Chico: 3075 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 2. (530) 899-8801. Redding: 962 Maraglia St. (530) 226-5129. Sibshops; Chico & Redding. Peer support & education in a recreational context for siblings of children with special health, mental health, & developmental needs. Meets monthly. Siblings ages 8-12 have fun, socialize, & share strategies for coping. www.rfenc.org. Sponsored by Rowell Family Empowerment. Call for more Info. Chico: (530) 899-8801; Redding: (530) 226-5129. Special Olympics Northern California. Sports training for anyone diagnosed with intellectual disabilities age 5 or older. Competitions for ages 8 & up. Free. Apply online at www.sonc.org or contact your local area director. Find info about each county program here: www.sonc. org/sports/county-programs. General information can be obtained from Judy Burton-Andrews: (925) 944-8801 ext. 214 Butte: 300 athletes. Eight sports: aquatics, basketball, bocce, bowling, golf, soccer, softball, track & field. Randall Stone, (530) 924-4291. butte@sonc.org.

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Shasta: 275+ athletes. Eight sports: basketball, bowling, golf, soccer, softball, tennis. Denise Caldwell, (530) 243-8055. shasta@sonc.org. Siskiyou: 60 athletes. Two sports: basketball, softball. Contact by email: judy@sonc.org. Tehama: 350+ athletes. Four sports: basketball, bowling, softball, track & field. Debbie Hess, (530) 527-2014. tehama@sonc.org.

www.littleredhen.org/lifespan-center.html. 2418 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 150. (530) 897-0300. Work Training Center; Chico. Dedicated to meeting the training, vocational & recreational needs of people ages 18 & up with disabilities. Day programs (transportation assistance avail.), community employment services & more. 2255 Fair St. www.wtcinc.org. (530) 343-7994.

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Cystic Fibrosis Support Group; Redding. Fundraises for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation–all are welcome. Hosts annual Great Strides walk each autumn. In 2015: Sept. 26 at The Sundial Bridge. (530) 275-0562 or (530) 355-7255. North Valley Services; Red Bluff. Offers programs & activities that assist persons with special needs ages 18+. Emphasizes independence & integration into the community. Functional, behavioral & employment skills development, transportation assistance, resource info & more. www.northvalleyservices.org. 1040 Washington St. (530) 527-0407. Triple Creek Ranch; Shasta & Tehama County Locations. Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals of all ages with physical, emotional & mental/learning disabilities. The unique relationship developed with a horse can lead to increased confidence, patience, selfesteem & more. Also offers youth horsemanship activities. www.tcri.org. (530) 524-8426.

ARC of Butte County; Chico. Serving Butte, Glenn & Tehama counties, ARC assists people with developmental disabilities to choose & realize their goals. Family support groups in English & Spanish. www.arcbutte.org. 2030 Park Ave. (530) 891-5865. Autism Clinic; Chico. Year-round program promotes the sensory, motor, communicative & cognitive skills of children with developmental disorders. Allows children to experience the sensory & motor input they are seeking in order to balance their nervous system so they may focus on learning other skills. Sliding scale avail. http://www.csuchico. edu/kine/top-nav/adapted-physicaleducation/community-service-programs/ autism-clinic/index.shtml. Department of Kinesiology. CSU, Chico. (530) 898-6373 or (530) 898-6324. Center for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders; Chico. Education & support for parents with children that may have been exposed to alcohol. Diagnosis & recommendations for children. 7 Commerce Ct. (530) 894-2092. Chico All Fired Up. A nonprofit organization working with adults with disabilities through art. 830 Broadway, Chico. www.chicoallfiredup.org. (530) 894-5227. Chico Water Sprites; Chico. Offer yearround swim lessons for infant & children with special needs. www.chicowatersprites.com. 2280 Ivy St. #110. (530) 342-2999. Do-It Leisure; Butte County. Recreation & empowerment agency for individuals ages 18 & up with developmental disabilities. Individualized programs & sports programs for all skill levels. Summer camps. Independent living skills program, group socializing & recreation program (by referral). www.wtcinc.org. 2233 Fair St., Chico. (530) 343-6055. Innovative Preschool, Inc.; Chico. An integrated preschool program serving typically developing children and children with special needs. Unique structure emphasizes social-emotional learning through play. www.innovativepreschool. com. 2404 Marigold Ave. (530) 343-2028. Integrative Therapy; Chico. Sensory-motor based Occupational Therapy for children with special needs, including sensory processing & motor delays. (Also providing extra handwriting instruction). 2627 Forest Ave. (530) 879-9030. Little Red Hen LifeSpan Center; Chico. Nonprofit organization offers year-round socialization training programs for children, teens & young adults with autism spectrum disorder. Unique & exciting programs teach children skills needed to successfully integrate into the community. Targets communication, play skills, group participation, & positive peer interactions. Provides sensory exploration & behavioral support in a fun & engaging environment.

SHASTA & TEHAMA COUNTIES

SISKIYOU COUNTY

A Melo Place Art & Project Center; Mt. Shasta. Offers art projects for seniors & people with physical challenges, to steady a hand, magnify a project, & assist with planning & execution. A place to discover & develop creative talents & make crafts from a variety of materials. Wheelchair accessible. www.ameloplace.com. 417 Chestnut. (530) 859-1296. Ballroom for Parkinson’s Class; Mt. Shasta. It’s been discovered that people with Parkinson’s (and Alzheimer’s, etc.) respond favorably to ballroom dance, & that it’s beneficial. Open to all ages & afflictions. No partner required. Wednesdays 12:301:30pm. $5/class. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center. (415) 215-2652. Shasta Disabled Sports USA; serving Mt. Shasta & surrounding regions. Offers outdoor sports & activity programs to anyone with a physical or developmental disability. Snow sports, river rafting, camping, rock climbing, lake days, bowling & other events. Run by outdoor enthusiasts who share their love of fun & adventure. www.shastadsusa.org. (530) 925-1531.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre; Red Bluff. Professional instruction in dance, theater, voice & music. Welcomes individuals with special needs & those who are deaf or hard of hearing. 1325 Vista Way. (530) 255-4180.

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SPECIAL NEEDS: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & ABUSE ADVOCACY/ ABUSE & VIOLENCE PREVENTION MULTIPLE COUNTIES

Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). CASA volunteers are community members appointed to advocate for abused & neglected children in the court system. Volunteers meet with their appointed children weekly, monitor their cases, meet with people in the children’s lives, & then write a court report & recommendation on behalf of the child or children. www. casaforchildren.org. CASA of Butte & Glenn Counties www.nvcss.org/programs/buCasa.aspx. 10 Independence Circle, Chico. (530) 345-1600 ex. 2130. CASA of Shasta County http://casashasta.nvcss.org/volunteer. 2400 Washington Ave. Redding. (530) 241-0552. CASA of Siskiyou County www.siskiyoucasa.org. 700 S. Main St. Ste. 4, Yreka. (530) 841-0844. Oroville & Paradise: (530) 532-6427. 24 hour Crisis Line: (800) 895-8476. “Love Is Respect.” For Teens & Young Adults. National domestic violence help line, text messaging & IM/online chat service to talk with a peer advocate for assistance & support. Call (1-866) 331-9474; Text “loveis” to 77054; Live chat at www.Loveisrespect. org. 24hours daily. Informative website is packed with resources. The National Domestic Violence Hotline 24hrs daily. (800) 799-7233 or (800) 787-3224. Website offers resources for survivors, family & friends, how to support somebody in an abusive relationship, how to tell if you are in an abusive relationship, fact sheets & more. www.thehotline.org.

BUTTE COUNTY

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SPECIAL NEEDS counseling services, weekly drop-in support groups for women. www. catalystdvservices.org. Chico: (530) 343-7711. Ridge Coalition for Peace and Justice; Paradise. Support, mediation & advocacy for those who have experienced bullying, harassment, or violence resulting from prejudice. Bullying prevention programs for youth. All-ages activities that promote diversity. ridgecoalition.org. (530) 762-1333.

SHASTA COUNTY

24-hour Crisis Hotline. Redding: (530) 244-0117; Burney/Intermountain Area: (866) 329-7297. Hope for Healing; Redding. For women who have been or are in an abusive relationship. Ongoing group addresses symptoms related to the aftermath of family violence. Mondays, 5:30-7pm. www.OSPshasta.org. 1670 Market St. Ste. 300. (530) 244-0117. One Safe Place; Redding. Provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic, sexual, child, & elder abuse. Offers accessible, coordinated & culturally sensitive services to ensure safety, healing & self-sufficiency. www.OSPshasta.org. Client Services Center, 1670 Market St. Ste. 300. Office & 24-hour crisis hotline: Redding: (530) 244-0117. Shasta County Child Abuse Hotline: Redding; (530) 225-5144. The Youth Violence Prevention Council of Shasta County; Redding. Provides services to help prevent youth violence & promote a safe & healthy community. A variety of programs for youth include Youth/Peer Court, Shasta Youth Leadership Camp, mentoring, smoking cessation & Triple P, a positive parenting program. www.yvpc. org. 1700 Pine St. Ste. 250. (530) 244-7194.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou County Child Abuse Hotline: (530) 842-7009.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Alternatives to Violence; Red Bluff. Provides a comprehensive range of services for survivors of domestic violence & their children. 24-hour crisis line (800) 324-6473. Counselling & legal services, community outreach & education, financial empowerment classes, emergency shelter. www.atvrb.org. 1805 Walnut St. (530) 528-0226. Tehama County Child Abuse Hotline: (800) 323-7711 or (530) 527-1911.

SPECIAL NEEDS: GENERAL HEALTH BUTTE COUNTY

California Children’s Services; serving all counties. Helps provide children, ages birth–21 years, with certain diseases or health problems, the health care & services they need. Connects patients with doctors & trained health care professionals & can help with items & expenses not covered by insurance. www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ccs/ pages/default.aspx. Butte: (530) 895-6546. Shasta: (530) 225-5760.

Siskiyou: (530) 841-2132. Tehama: (530) 527-6824. Enloe Medical Center Support Groups; Chico. Enloe offers numerous support groups addressing a variety of needs, from fibromyalgia to prenatal loss to head trauma to diabetes. www.enloe.org/ community/support_groups.asp. (530) 332-6745. Wish Fulfillment Organizations. A list of wish fulfillment organizations offering children & adults with a chronic or advanced medical condition the chance to fulfill their wishes & dreams. www.tinyurl.com/WishFulfillment. (571) 483-1780 or (888) 651-3038.

SPECIAL NEEDS: HEALTH: CANCER ALL COUNTIES

American Cancer Society; serving all upper CA counties. Offers cancer information, day-to-day help, emotional support, programs & services to those with cancer & their families & friends. Services are free. www.cancer.org. Call 24 hours a day year-round: (800) 227-2345. The Cord Blood Center; Nationwide. Provides up-to-date information & free resources for expecting parents. Thanks to donors worldwide there have been over 35,000 umbilical cord blood transplants, helping children survive diseases including leukemia, lymphoma, anemia & other cancerous diseases. Find out more at www.cordbloodbanking.com or call (888) 780-2885. Parenting With Cancer Website. A resource for parents with cancer & the family & friends who love them. Created by mother & lymphoma survivor Jen Singer. www.parentingwithcancer.com.

BUTTE COUNTY

Brighter Days; Paradise. For those needing help with skin problems associated with chemotherapy & radiation. Products & personal attention provided. Fosters hope & comfort. 1st Wednesdays. Must pre-reg. Feather River Cancer Center, 5629 Canyon View Dr. (530) 876-3157. Healing Through Art; Paradise. For adults. Watercolor painting classes for cancer patients, survivors & caregivers. Free. Call for info & to register. Feather River Cancer Center, 5629 Canyon View Dr. (530) 876-3157. Let Your Colors Shine; Paradise. Support group for children ages 6-13 whose lives have been impacted by a family member or friend dealing with cancer. Art activities, games & sharing time facilitated by a licensed social worker. Free. Feather River Cancer Center, 5629 Canyon View Dr. (530) 876-3157. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk; Redding. Annual 5K walk celebrates breast cancer survivors, raises awareness, & raises money to find cures & support services. In 2015: Sat. Oct. 10 at the Sundial Bridge. www.makingstrideswalk.org/redding. (530) 342-8365 ex. 56501. R.A.D. (Recreation & Dreams for Children with Cancer); Chico. A unique program that supports families with a child or young adult diagnosed with cancer. Peer support, mentoring, services & recreational events for families with young family members

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in treatment, recovering & in remission. www.caring-choices.org. 1398 Ridgewood Dr. (530) 899-3873 or Toll Free (866) 703-3873. VIVA! Program; Chico. Support program for youth living with loved ones who have cancer. Comfort, encouragement, education & answers to tough questions. Kids socialize with other kids with the same needs, & express feelings through art, play & fun. Free. http://www.enloe.org/ community/support_groups.asp. (530) 332-3856 to register. YOCAS (Yoga For Cancer Survivors); Paradise. An opportunity for patients & caregivers to learn relaxation techniques from a certified yoga instructor. Meets Thursdays, 1-2pm. Must pre-reg. Feather River Cancer Center, 5629 Canyon View Dr. (530) 876-3157.

SPECIAL NEEDS: HEALTH: DIABETES ALL COUNTIES

National Diabetic Youth Foundation; serving all upper CA counties. Focuses on quality of life for children, teens & families affected by diabetes. Bearskin Meadow Summer Camps for youth, teens & families, bi-annual Mt. Whitney program for teens, & more. www.dyf.org. (925) 680-4994.

BUTTE COUNTY

Children's Type 1 Diabetes Social Group; Chico. A fun time for children w/Type 1 Diabetes & their families. New teen group forming. www.facebook.com/ Chicochildrenwithtype1. (530) 893-3998. Diabetes Education Services, Enloe Medical Center; Chico. By physician referral. www.enloe.org. (530) 332-6840.

SHASTA COUNTY

Children’s Type I Diabetes Support Group; Redding. For children w/Type 1 Diabetes & their families. www.ncdiabetesgroup.org. (530) 275-2708. Diabetes Care Center; Redding. Shasta Regional Medical Center. 1100 Butte St. (530) 247-1757. Living Well With Diabetes Classes; Redding. For anyone of any age with Type1 or Type2 diabetes, their families & caregivers. Free. (530) 225-7779 or (888) 628-1948.

TEHAMA COUNTY

St. Elizabeth Hospital Diabetic Education & Support Programs; Red Bluff. Classes & support group, for persons with any type of diabetes. http://redbluff.mercy.org. (530) 529-8026 or (888) 628-1948.

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Do You Have Concerns About Your Baby? Most Babies At… 3 Months Look from one object to another. Hold up

their heads. Give eye contact.

6 Months Reach and grasp objects. Look when their name is called. Roll over. 9 Months Sit alone. Imitate gestures. Wave bye-bye. 12 Months Take their first steps. Play with a variety

of toys. Begin to say “mama.”

18 Months Walk alone. Build a tower of three blocks. Use up to 15 words. Enjoy interacting with caregivers. 24 Months Begin to use two-word phrases to communicate. Eat and drink independently. Walk up and down stairs.

Far Northern Regional Center Providing services and support that allow persons with developmental disabilities to live valued and productive lives.

We can help. If you have concerns and would like to make a referral for an assessment, contact Far Northern Regional Center at (530) 222-4791. We provide Early Intervention Services to qualifying children under age three who have or are at risk for having a developmental delay. Evaluation services are provided at no cost.

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SPORTS & FITNESS

SPORTY KIDS 10 Ways to Play it Safer by Michele Ranard, M.Ed.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), three million kids are injured playing sports each year. Most of these injuries occur as a result of falls, being struck by an object, collisions, and overexertion. Even the mildest of injuries can spoil your child’s fun during sports season, so keep these ideas in mind to keep the athletes in your family safe and healthy. 1. Buy New Protective Gear and Shoes. As parents we frequently worry about our kids’ safety, but unfortunately, we don’t always worry about the right things. Helmets, for example - they save lives! According to the AAP, cycling, skateboarding and skating are responsible for the majority of sports-related head injuries, so kids’ tender noggins need protection.

Buy proper mouth guards, protective guards, and the right shoes (FYI: soccer cleats won’t work for baseball). It’s important to buy these items new. Shoes from last season may be worn down and uneven on the bottom which can cause an ankle to twist. Don’t chance it. 2. Talk to a Physician About Previous Injuries. Most team sports require a physical examination anyway, so do take the time to get the green light from your physician and discuss previous injuries. Your child may be advised to tape the injured area or wear a supportive brace during games. Make sure to follow medical recommendations to prevent re-injury. 3. Explain and Reinforce Proper Rest. This is especially critical during summer vacation when kids and parents alike tend to keep late hours. Proper sleep aids in preparing your child for a camp, game or match. A well-rested brain makes it easier for your child to concentrate (helping to avoid injury), and good sleep is necessary for the body to repair cells and recover from exertion. 4. Say No to Bare Feet. Warm weather may be all about barefootin’ it, but sports is not! Uneven surfaces and getting kicked or stomped on can spell bad news for little feet. Talk with your

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• Martial Arts • Pilates • Recreation Departments • Running • Rugby for Youth • Skateboarding & Scootering • Skating: Roller & Ice Facilities • Snowsports: Parks & Programs • Soccer • Swim Teams • Trampoline • Volleyball • Yoga  • YMCAs • Ziplining

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kids about how it won’t be any fun to be stuck inside with an awkward cast or bandage just because they were too busy to tie on shoes. 5. Prioritize Safer Practices. The AAP reports that 60% of all organized sports-related injuries occur during practice! Make sure you talk to your child about wearing proper protective gear and the need to concentrate at practice just as much as during a game. 6. Scope Out Unsafe Playing Fields. Dips, divots, holes, and uneven surfaces have “sprain” written all over them. Coaches may get busy with players and administrative duties, so if possible, parents should take time to walk the field and report any potential issues. 7. Stretching and Warm-ups Are More Important Than You Think. Talk to your child about how to avoid muscle strain. Light jogging, stretches, and warm-up exercises warm the body’s tissues and keep them flexible. Warming up also clears the mind, aids focus, and mentally prepares players for the game. 8. Confirm That First-aid Kits Are Accessible. Again, coaches are often burdened with excessive responsibility and details, and this is a concrete area where parents can pitch in. Kids and sports are too dangerous a combo to ever be without a first-aid kit. 9. Hydrate. Hydration during practices and games is critical, so go ahead and be the parent who always has an extra bottle of water on hand – it’s important. 10. Seek Immediate Treatment For Injuries. Time is often of the essence where sports injuries are concerned. Even if the injury appears to be an ankle sprain, see a physician to help avoid future issues such as instability or arthritis.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico American Legion Baseball Ages 13-19. Chico Nuts team, 2 Chico Suns Junior team, & Chico Rice Farm league. Chico Nuts are 2011 & 2014 state champions, 2014 Western Regional Champions, & played in the 2014 AL World Series. www.chicolegionbaseball.com. (530) 342-0717. Chico Central Little League For boys ages 4-17. Offers seven levels of play. www.eteamz.com/chicocentrallittleleague. Chico Eastside Little League For boys ages 4-17. www.chicoeastsidelittleleague.com. 328 Southgate Ave. (530) 343-1779. Chico Softball Little League For girls ages 4-17. 2014 Nor-Cal State Champions. www.chicosoftballlittleleague.com. (530) 345-9357. Chico Westside Little League For boys ages 4-17. www.eteamz.com/chicowestside

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Durham Little League For boys & girls, ages 4-17. www.tinyurl.com/DurhamLL. (530) 518-2388. Gridley Little League For boys & girls ages 4-14. 2015 Jr. League CA District 47 TOC Champions! Majors, Minors, Juniors, Farm & T-Ball. www.eteamz.com/GridleyLittleLeague Lake Oroville Little League For boys & girls, ages 5-17. www.eteamz.com/Oroville. (530) 533-5563. Paradise Little League Baseball For boys ages 4-14. www.paradiselittleleague.com. Paradise Little League Softball For girls ages 4-14. www.paradiselittleleague.com. (530) 518-2945.

SPORTS & FITNESS GLENN COUNTY

Orland Little League For boys & girls ages 4-18. Majors, Minors, Juniors, Farm & T-Ball. www.orlandlittleleague.com. (916) 214-8484.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Little League For boys ages 4-15 & girls, ages 9-12. www.andersonlittleleague.com. (530) 365-1391. East Redding Little League For boy & girls ages 4-18. Big League, Seniors, Juniors, Majors, Minors, Jr. Minors, Coach Pitch, & T-Ball. www.eteamz.com/eastreddinglittleleague. (530) 763-1611. Foothill Area Little League; Palo Cedro. For boys & girls ages 5-14. www.eteamz.com/foothillarealittleleague. Girls Softball League; Redding. For girls grades K-12. www.reddingrecreation.org. (530) 225-4095. Shasta Dam Area Little League; Shasta Lake City. For boys ages 5-12 & girls ages 9-12. www.sdall.pointstreaksites.com. West Redding Little League For boys & girls ages 4-18. Instructional baseball & softball leagues. Majors, Minors & Juniors. www.wrll.net.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

South Siskiyou Little League For boys & girls ages 4-18. Big League boys, Senior girls, Junior boys, Majors, Minors, Coach Pitch, & T-Ball. www.southsiskiyoulittleleague.com. (530) 859-3401. Yreka Little League For boy & girls ages 5-18. Big League, Seniors, Majors, Minors, Farm & T-Ball. www.yrekalittleleague.org.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Little League For boys & girls ages 4-18. Majors, Minors, Farm & T-Ball. Major League CA Dist. 1 TOC Champions 2015! www.redblufflittleleague.com. (530) 736-1447.

BASEBALL: SPECIALTY

Junior Giants Baseball. A free, noncompetitive & innovative baseball program with training by Giants coaches. For boys & girls, ages 5-18. www.jrgiants.org. (800) JR-GIANT. Local programs: Chico: Ages 5-13. Chico Area Rec & Park District, 775 E 16th St. (530) 895-2619. Cottonwood: Ages 5-18. Cottonwood Junior Giants, 20902 Second St. (530) 941-0285. Feather River/Oroville: Ages 5-18. Feather River Rec & Park District, 1875 Feather River Blvd. (530) 533-2011. Los Molinos: Ages 5-13. Tehama County PAL, 22840 Antelope Blvd (530) 529-7950. Mt. Shasta: Ages 5-13. Mt. Shasta Rec & Parks District, 1315 Nixon Rd. (530) 926-2494. Rancho Tehama/Corning: Ages 5-18. Tehama County PAL, 7563 Bob Bee Lou Lane. (530) 585-3342.

Red Bluff: Ages 5-13. Tehama County PAL - Red Bluff Junior Giants, 29671 Wildcat Rd., Paynes Creek. (530) 433-3382. Redding: Ages 5-13. City of Redding Recreation, 1250 Parkview Ave. (530) 225-4095.

BASEBALL: TRAINING FACILITIES

Chico Bullpen Baseball Academy; Chico. Offers group & private baseball lessons, speed agility program, clinics, camps, video analysis, batting cage rentals, parties & Chico Aces baseball team. www.chicobullpenba.com. 1070 Marauder St. Ste. 120. (530) 230-2100.

BASEBALL: TRAVEL BALL

Traveling Baseball entails practicing with professional baseball coaches, weekly practices at an indoor training facility, & weekend tournaments.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Aces Baseball Club; Chico. Instructors help young athletes develop into competitive level players by focusing on baseball instruction & training. For boys ages 8-13. www.chicobullpenba.com. 1070 Marauder St. Ste. 120. (530) 230-2100.

BASKETBALL BASKETBALL: OPEN GYMS BUTTE COUNTY

Men’s Drop-In Basketball; Paradise. Teams form each week for year-round scrimmage play. Ages 18+. Wednesdays, 6-8pm. $1. Paradise Intermediate School Gym, 5657 Recreation Dr. (530) 872-6393.

SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta Family YMCA; Redding. Offers 1 indoor court (4 hoops) + new outdoor court coming summer 2015. Day use pass (gives access to entire facility): $8/ages 13-17; $10/ages 18 & up; Y members free. www.sfymca.org. 1155 N. Court St. (530) 246-9622. Youth Basketball Open Gym; Anderson. Supervised open gym for middle & high school students during the school year. Free. Anderson Middle School, 1646 Ferry St. (530) 378-6656.

BASKETBALL: YOUTH TEAMS/LEAGUES BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Blazin Heat Basketball Club, Chico. For boys & girls ages 10-17. www.blazinheatbasketball.com. 236 W. East Ave. (530) 519-1425. Upward Basketball; Chico. For boys & girls grades 1-4. www.gracechico.org. Grace Community Church, 2346 Floral Ave. (530) 343-5528. Upward Basketball; Chico. For boys & girls grades 1-6. www.efcchico.org/ministries/sportsoutreach-ministry. Evangelical Free Church, 1193 Filbert Ave. (530) 343-6022.

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Upward Basketball & Cheerleading; Oroville. For boys & girls grades K-8. www.oronaz. org/kids/upward. Oroville Church of the Nazarene, 2238 Monte Vista Ave. (530) 533-7464.

SHASTA COUNTY

NorCal Heat Basketball; Redding. For boys & girls grades 2-12. 4224 Long Drive Court. (530) 945-3899. Shasta Magic Basketball; Redding. For boys & girls, grades 4-12. www.shastamagic.com. (530) 945-0182.

BICYCLING

Also see section General Recreation & Parks: BMX Bike Parks.

NATIONAL

U.S. Bicycle Route System. A growing collection of state-by-state regionally & nationally significant bicycling routes are available at www.adventurecycling.org/usbrs.

BUTTE COUNTY

CENTURY RIDES Challenge Fondo 100; Durham. Annual in September. Offers a tough hilly course, a hilly but easier century-style option, & a shorter flat ride through orchards & farms. www.chicovelo.org. Rice Valley Love Ride. Annual in February. 34-mile primarily flat loop that draws so many tandem riders it’s known as the “Love” ride. Pedal through old walnut orchards between Gridley & the Feather River, then on to the Gray Lodge Wildlife refuge. All bikes welcome. www.chicovelo.org. Tour de Ed; Chico. Annual in March. Raises funds to help injured bicyclists in the Chico area with financial assistance. Organized by the Chico Cyclist Care Fund. www.chicovelo.org. Wildflower Century Ride; Chico. Annual in April. Regularly listed in Bicycling magazine as a Top Ten Century. www.chicovelo.org. CLUBS & COALITIONS Butte Bicycle Coalition; Chico. Encourages safe cycling for transportation & recreation through educational classes & events, advocacy & involvement of the entire community. www.buttebicyclecoalition. org. (530) 345-7347. Chico Bicycle Music Festival. Annual in June. Fun for all ages, this nonprofit event promoting bicycling features a bike-powered music stage, community rides & much more. www.chicobicyclemusicfestival.com. Chico Corsa Bicycling Club; Chico. Dedicated to advancing the sport of cycling. Riders of all levels meets monthly for group rides, rain or shine. www.chicocorsa.com. Chico Velo Cycling Club; Chico. Weekly rides, annual events, online local ride maps & info. www.chicovelo.org. (530) 343-8356.

SHASTA COUNTY

CENTURY RIDES Anderson Century Ride. Annual in May. Offers a wide range of challenges for all ages & levels, with views of Mt. Shasta & Mt. Lassen. Benefits local Lions Clubs programs. www.andersoncentury.com.  (530) 941-9977.

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Jamboree Rides; Redding. Annual October event. The North State’s longest-running cycling century offers a variety of rides for all ages & levels, including a super century. www.shastawheelmen.org. CLUBS Redding Mountain Biking, Inc.; Redding. Provides weekly rides appealing to both newbies & enthusiasts, plus annual events. For all ages & abilities. www.reddingmountainbiking.org. Shasta Wheelmen Bicycling Club; Redding. Hosts of the annual Jamboree Century ride in October. Family-oriented cycling group welcomes riders of all ages. Advocates for safe local cycling experiences & offers club rides with guests on a variety of terrain. www.shastawheelmen.org.

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CENTURY & MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES Biketoberfest; McCloud. Annual in September. Fun event in historic town features rides for all ride levels & ages. Castle Crags Century Ride; Castella. Annual in June. Mt. Shasta Rotary’s “Altitude Adjustment” ride through beautiful Mt. Shasta areas. www.castlecragscentury.com. Humbug Hurry Up; Yreka. Annual in June. Mountain biking racing fun for all ages. 5 courses include a kids race. Lower Greenhorn Park. www.jeffersonmountainbike.com/hh. Summit Century Ride; Mt. Shasta. Annual in August. Offers 4 ride levels ranging from 138 miles with 16,500’ of climbing to a moderate family ride. Raises funds for organizations that benefit the community. www.mtshastasummitcentury.com. YMCA Mountain Bike Racing Series; Yreka. Annual in June. Competitive & challenging 3-part series of evening races takes place in Upper Greenhorn Park. Distances range from 5-15 miles. www.siskiyou-ymca.org. (530) 842-9622. CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS Cycle Siskiyou. Find descriptions & detailed maps of rides for all ages & levels. From short day trips to extended multi-day adventures, find routes for both road & mountain biking. www.cyclesiskiyou.com. Jefferson Mountain Bike Association. A local chapter of the International Mountain Biking Association focused on preserving, producing & promoting amazing mountain biking experiences in the Yreka area. www.jeffersonmountainbike.com. Great Shasta Rail Trail Association; McCloud & Burney. Nonprofit invites community participation in planning trail amenities & maintaining a scenic 80-mile recreational bike trail on a converted McCloud Railroad corridor from McCloud to Burney. www.GreatShastaRailTrail.org. Mount Shasta Mountain Bike Association. Nonprofit dedicated to designing, building & maintaining world-class trail systems in the Mt. Shasta area. Official chapter of the International Mountain Biking Association. Find trail maps on their website. www.BikeShasta.org. (530) 440-5921. Ride on Race Amateur Sport Team; Siskiyou County. Promotes family-fun racing in far Northern CA. Compete in races of 30 min. to 1 hr around 1- to 2-mile tracks in varied locations. Mud, barriers, steep-run uphills & pavement test your fitness & riding skills. www.tinyurl.com/RideOnRacing. www.northstateparent.com • 2015/2016

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BOWLING

Kids Bowl Free Summer Program. Offers registered kids 2 free games of bowling daily (shoe rental fee may apply). Low-cost family passes available so the whole family can play. www.kidsbowlfree.com. Participating upper CA centers (find contact info below): Cedar Lanes; Weed. Lariat Bowl; Red Bluff. Shasta Lanes; Redding. Tall Pines Entertainment Center; Paradise.

BUTTE COUNTY

Orchard Lanes; Chico. 2397 Esplanade. www.amf.com/orchardlanes. (530) 895-3257. Tall Pines Entertainment Center; Paradise. 5445 Clark Rd. www.tallpines.net. (530) 872-2695.

SHASTA COUNTY

Country Bowl; Redding. 2615 Bechelli Ln. www.countrybowl.com. (530) 223-1080. Shasta Lanes; Redding. 11093 Black Marble Way. www.shastalanesredding.com. (530) 244-5773.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Cedar Lanes; Weed. 137 Main St. www. cedarlanesweed.com. (530) 938-3278.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Java Lanes; Corning. 2075 Solano St. www.facebook.com/javalanes. (530) 824-3500. Lariat Bowl; Red Bluff. 365 S. Main St. www.lariatbowl.com. (530) 527-2720.

BROOMBALL BUTTE COUNTY

Broomball League; Hamilton. A fun exciting game played in tennis shoes. Leagued played under official USA Broomball rules. www.nvhockey.com (click on "Sports" tab). North Valley Hockey & Sports Complex, 250 Walsh Ave. (minutes from Chico). (530) 826-3510.

CHEERLEADING BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Cheer All-Stars; Chico. Athletic program provides safe & current training for cheerleaders to achieve their highest potential on & off the competition floor. 13306 Cabin Hollow Court #110 & #120. www.chicocheerallstars.com. (530) 894-2227. Northern CA Federation of Youth Football Cheerleading. Participants ages 6-14 learn fundamentals of the sport, cheers & more. Open to boys & girls. Typically offer cheer camps & fun events. www.norcalfed.com. Butte Co. teams: Chico Jaguars. www.chicojags.com. (530) 717-7247. Chico Scorchers. www.chicoscorchers. com. (530) 864-5675. Durham Junior Trojans. www. durhamjuniortrojans.com. (559) 223-0102. Paradise Jr. Bobcats; Paradise. www.facebook.com/ paradisejuniorfootball.

SPORTS & FITNESS Upward Cheerleading; Oroville. For girls grades K-8. Church of the Nazarene, 2238 Monte Vista Ave. www.oronaz.org/kids/ upward. (530) 533-7464.

SHASTA COUNTY

NorCal Elite Gymnastics Junior Cheer; Redding. Fun, fast-paced beginning/ intermediate class for boys & girls ages 5 & up. Athletes build strength, endurance & flexibility as they learn trampoline & tumbling skills. NorCal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530) 223-5483. Northern CA Federation of Youth Football Cheerleading. Participants ages 6-14 learn basic fundamentals of the sport, cheers & more. Open to boys & girls. Typically offer cheer camps & fun events. www.norcalfed.com. Shasta County teams: Anderson Jr. Cubs, Anderson. www.andersonjrcubs.com. Enterprise Jr. Hornets; Redding. www.enterprisejrhornets.com/ cheerleading. (530) 351-3971. Foothill Jr. Cougars; Palo Cedro. www.foothilljrcougars.com. Orland Aztecs. www.orlandaztecs.com. Shasta Jr. Wolves; Redding. www. shastajrwolves.net. (530) 227-7978. Uprep Jr Panthers; Redding. www. uprepjrpanthers.webs.com. West Valley Jr. Eagles; Redding. www.wvje.net. (530) 526-2100. Power Redding Cheer; Redding. Teaches the importance of safety, conditioning, tumbling & respect for others while enjoying the sport of cheer. www. powercheerallstars.com. 19859 Hirsch Court #A. (831) 214-0651.

new 20x20 sq ft climbing wall for all-ages indoor fun. Assisted by staff, ages 5 & up climb using a belay system (ask about weight requirements). The wall makes a great party add on. Cost options are climb-only, or climb+jump in 10,000 sq ft of trampoline space. www.rareairpark. com. 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530) 221-1206. Shasta Rock Club; Redding. Redding’s only indoor rock-climbing gym offers fun & challenging routes for climbers of all abilities, sizes, shapes & ages, From grades V0 to V8; V9 & V10 routes will be added as climbers achieve that level. A routesetting team sets creative new routes each month. Also offers classes (including "Bouldering 101" for new climbers), youth camps, a Summer Climb Club for ages 6-17, & guided outdoor climbing trips. www.shastarockclub.com. 1835 Keystone Court. (530) 567-4086.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Indoor 20x12 sq ft rock wall. All ages welcome; fee by donation. Lessons available. Children under age 12 must be supervised by an adult. 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-2359. Siskiyou Family YMCA; Yreka. Climbing tower & boulder wall for all ages of climbers. Climb Monday & Thursday evenings. $5/climbing pass or $7 for fullfacility pass; members free. www.siskiyouymca.org. 350 N. Foothill Dr. (530) 842-9622.

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TEHAMA COUNTY

CLIMBING WALLS/ TOWERS JACKSON COUNTY, OREGON

ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum; Ashland. Offers a "Geologic Climb through Time" outdoor climbing wall. Visitors of all ages can enjoy a hands-on/feet-on experience traversing through a fossil record from Precambrian to present day, learning Earth's history by discovering fossils from different time periods. Free. www. scienceworksmuseum.org. 1500 E. Main St. (541) 482-6767.

SHASTA COUNTY

Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Offers a

BUTTE COUNTY

Beyond Fitness; Paradise. Rock climbing, racquetball, karate, swimming (at Pentz Rd. club) & youth fitness classes. Childcare available. www.beyondfitnessclub.com. Two locations: 7224 Skyway, (530) 8777500 & 6854 Pentz Rd., (530) 872-2582. Chico Bullpen Baseball Academy. Offers group & private baseball lessons, speed agility program, clinics, camps, video analysis, batting cage rentals, parties & Chico Aces baseball team. chicobullpenba.com. 1070 Marauder St. Ste. 120. (530) 230-2100. Chico Sports Club; Chico. Offers a broad array of sports & fitness activities. Aquatics (year-round heated therapy pool), racquetball, basketball, Pilates, yoga & much more. www.chicosportsclub.com. 260 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 190. (530) 345-9427. Curves; Chico, Oroville & Paradise. A fitness & nutrition program created specifically for women. www.curves.com. Chico: 1058 Mangrove Ave. Ste. 1, (530) 894-1596; Oroville: 2190 Meyers St., (530) 533-8663; Paradise: 6848-G Skyway, (530) 877-8300. Funland & Cal Skate; Chico. Offers a batting range, miniature golf, recreational & artistic skating, youth & adult roller hockey, an arcade & more. Summer camps, special events & parties too. www.funlandchico.com. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530) 343-1601.

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Yreka Chargers Youth Cheer; Yreka. Provides a safe environment for youth ages 6-14 to learn & apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication & sportsmanship. www.yrekachargers.com. (661) 578-0993. Corning Youth Football & Cheer. For ages 6-14. Emphasizes school performance & competent coaching in a safe environment. www.tinyurl.com/ CorningLions. Red Bluff Jr. Spartans. For ages 6-14. Programs create atmosphere conducive to the development of mind & character as well as physical skills development. www.rbjrspartans.com. (530) 366-2096.

FITNESS CENTERS, CLUBS & SPORTS FACILITIES

BUIlDING COMMUNITY THROUGH

ROCK CLIMBING

There’s no better way to spend the day than climbing with friends at Shasta Rock Club! Our goal is to challenge, inspire and educate our climbers in a safe, clean atmosphere. Visit us during open gym hours or let us customize a climbing experience full of activities, games, and challenges for your group. Visit us online to see all we have to offer: www.shastarockclub.com.

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SPORTS & FITNESS In Motion Fitness; Chico. Large facility includes aquatics center featuring kid’s area, pools & year-round swim lessons. Modern yoga & Pilates studios, full-court gym, crossfit training, boxing, martial arts, women-only area, youth & teen fitness classes, spectacular kids’ play area, childcare, & more. www.inmotionfitness. net. 1293 E. First Ave. (530)343-5678. Maximum Potential Training Facility; Paradise. "Max-P" is a locally owned & operated state-of-the-art, purpose-driven training facility dedicated to helping athletes maximize their potential. www.tinyurl.com/MaxPPDT. 6189 Skyway. (530) 321-1676. North Valley Hockey and Sports Complex; Hamilton City. Adult & youth hockey leagues & travel teams, collegiate hockey league, pickup hockey games (ages 16 & up), monthly family skates, new player clinics, Ironman tournaments, broomball, camps & parties. www.nvhockey.com. 250 Walsh Ave. (minutes from Chico). (530) 826-3510. NS Fit Athletic Club; Chico. Pilates, yoga, weight room, year-round swimming, racketball & basketball courts & more. Offers programs for youth. www.nsfclubs. com. 1026 Skyway. (530) 898-8348. Off The Wall Soccer; Chico. Indoor facility provides soccer opportunities for all skill levels, including camps, leagues & tournaments. Ages 2+. www.offthewallsoccer.com. 1090 E. 20th St. (530) 879-0894. TNT Athletic Performance; Chico. Specializing in basketball training, conditioning, sports fundamentals & injury prevention. Sports clinics & camps for kids keep children active & engaged. www.tntathletics.com. 21 Valley Ct. (530) 343-7397.

SHASTA COUNTY

Big League Dreams Sports Complex; Redding. Offers extraordinary 3/4-scale replicas of Fenway Park, Wrigley Field & Yankee Stadium. Features batting cages, indoor roller hockey, soccer & basketball, outdoor sand volleyball courts, & children’s play area. Redding.bigleaguedreams.com. 20155 Viking Way. (530) 223-1177. Curves; Anderson, Palo Cedro & Redding. Designed specifically for women, includes fitness, meal plans & coaching. www. curves.com. Anderson: 2676 Gateway Dr., (530) 365-4230; Palo Cedro: 9452-A Deschutes Rd., (530) 547-4443; East Redding: 2955 Churn Creek Rd., (530) 223-2702; West Redding: 2275 Eureka Way, (530) 246-7211. Redding Soccer Park. 22-acre complex is family-oriented & provides a safe atmosphere for play. Features include four well-lit synthetic turf fields for year-round play, misting stations, mud-free walkways, a children's play structure & a restaurant. www.reddingsoccerpark.com. 9800 Old Oregon Trail. (530) 221-2344. Shasta Athletic Club; Redding. Offers aquatics, racquet & basketball courts, gravity yoga, Pilates, Boot Camp, personal trainers & a spa, youth lounge & childcare. www.shastaathleticclub.com. 1988 Park Marina Dr. (530) 241-7711. Sun Oaks Tennis & Fitness; Redding. Complete health & fitness facility with a family focus. Aquatics, tennis, racquetball, kids’ fitness activites & summer camps.

Childcare on site. www.sunoaks.com. 3452 Argyle Rd. (530) 221-4405. Visual Rhythms Fitness Studio; Redding. Offers classes in Zumba, bellydance, jazz, ballet & other styles, hooping, yoga & more. All ages welcome. No membership fees. 1072 Lake Blvd. www. visualrhythmsfitness.com. (530) 410-3983.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mountain Fitness Centers; Lake Shastina & Mt. Shasta. One membership gives access to 3 facilities. Aerobic & circuit training equipment, weights, racquetball, pools, varied fitness classes, personalized training & physical therapy services. South Mt. Shasta center offers childcare. www.mtshastapt.com. Mountain Fitness Shastina: 20508 Big Springs Rd., Lake Shastina. (530) 938-4439. Mountain Fitness South: 1630 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mt. Shasta. (530) 926-3589. The Wellness Center: 633 Lassen Lane, Mt. Shasta. (530) 926-6010. Siskiyou Family YMCA; Yreka. Programs for youth & adults. Full-size gym, fitness room with weights & cardio equip, climbing wall & tower, walking trail. Classes include Pilates, Yoga, Zumba & more. Year-round programs for youth include fun summer camps. Childcare on site. www.siskiyouymca.org. 350 N. Foothill Dr. (530) 842-9622.

FOOTBALL Northern CA Federation of Youth Football: A program for ages 6-14 that develops mind & character as well as physical skills. Teams vary by age & weight. www.norcalfed.com. Find a program in your location:

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Jaguars; Chico. www.chicojags.com. (530) 717-7247. Chico Scorchers; Chico. www.chicoscorchers.com. Durham Junior Trojans; Durham. www. durhamjuniortrojans.com. (530) 570-9975. Paradise Jr. Bobcats; Paradise. www. facebook.com/paradisejuniorfootball.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Jr. Cubs; Anderson. www.andersonjrcubs.com. Enterprise Jr. Hornets; Redding. www.enterprisejrhornets.com. (530) 949-9794. Foothill Jr. Cougars; Palo Cedro. www.foothilljrcougars.com. Orland Aztecs; Orland. www.orlandaztecs.com/football. Shasta Jr. Wolves; Redding. www.shastajrwolves.net. Uprep Panthers; Redding. www.prepjrpanthers.webs.com. West Valley Jr. Eagles; Redding. www.wvje.net. (530) 526-2100.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Yreka Chargers Youth Football. www.yrekachargers.com.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Corning Youth Football & Cheer. www.tinyurl.com/CorningLions. Red Bluff Jr. Spartans. www.rbjrspartans.com.

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FREE RUNNING/PARKOUR

Free running, aka parkour, is a form of urban acrobatics in which movements are performed on or through structures, typically in city and rural landscapes.

SHASTA COUNTY

Adventure Recreation Center; Anderson. Flips & Tricks class teaching parkour & free running for all skill levels. Ages 5+. 2250 Barney Rd. www.adventurerecreationllc. com. (530) 365-2235. Freerun/Parkour Classes; Redding. Learn to flip, twist & run over obstacles. Practice your urban free-run skills in a fully matted gym. Weekly classes. Ages 6 & up. www.norcalelitegymnastics.com. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. G-Force Gymnastics: Redding. Offers Urban Flip & Twist classes & new "Ninja Warriors" class. Learn flips & twists from professional coaches, taught on trampolines in a safe & clean environment. www.g-forcegymnastics.com. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530) 227-4831.

GOLF: FULL COURSES, RESORTS & CLUBS

Also see Mini-Golf in this section. Many facilities offer summer youth golf programs. Most have driving ranges.

BUTTE COUNTY

Bidwell Park Golf Course; Chico. 18-hole public course | 6,363 yds | Par 72 Offers an extensive Junior Summer Series, family events & private lessons. www.golfbidwellpark.com. 3199 Golf Course Rd. (530) 891-8417. Butte Creek Country Club; Chico. 18-hole private course | 6,897 yds | Par 72 Offers individual lessons & summer camps for kids. www.buttecreekcountryclub.com. 175 Estates Dr. Pro-shop/tee time:  (530) 343-8292; Membership: (530) 343-7979. Canyon Oaks Country Club; Chico. 18-hole private course| 6,804 yds | Par 72 Offers a summer camp for new & advanced players ages 4-17. www.canyonoakscc.com. 999 Yosemite Dr. (530) 343-2582. Lake Oroville Golf & Events Center; Oroville. 9-hole semi-private course | 1,996 yds | Par 33. Offers private lessons with a Pro & summer golf clinics for youth. www.lakeorovillegolfandeventcenter.com. 5131 Royal Oaks Dr. (530) 589-0777. Lava Creek Golf Course; Paradise. 9-hole public course | 2,001 yds | Par 34 Offers both traditional golf & disc golf. 5325 Clark Rd. (530) 872-4653. Table Mountain Golf Course; Oroville. 18-hole public course | 6,690 yds | Par 72 Offers youth summer camps Ages 7-17 & Junior Lessons for ages 6+. www.tablemountaingolf.com. 2700 Oro Dam Blvd. (530) 533-3922. Tuscan Ridge Golf Course; Paradise. 18-hole semi-private course | 6,700 yds | Par 7. Offers private lessons for juniors & adults. www.tuscanridgeclub.com. 3100 Skyway. (530) 624-7006.

SHASTA COUNTY

Allen’s Golf Course; Redding. 9-hole public course | 1,706 yds | Par 31 Offers private & group lessons for adults. www.golfredding.com/overview/allens. html. 2780 Sacramento Dr. (530) 241-5055.

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Aqua Golf Driving Range; Redding. Hit into a pool of water on the Sacramento River; fun for kids. $5/40 balls. Offers tips, tricks & lessons for children. www.tinyurl.com/AquaGolf. 2275 Park Marina Dr. (530) 244-4653. Churn Creek Golf Course; Redding. 9-hole public course | 3,142 yds | Par 36 Offers private lessons for children. www.golfredding.com/overview/ churncreek.html. 7335 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 222-6353. Fall River Valley Golf & Country Club; Fall River Mills. 18-hole public course | 7,365 yds | Par 72. Offers private lessons for children. www.fallrivergolf.com. 42889 Highway 299 East. (530) 336-5555. Gold Hills Golf Club; Redding. 18-hole public course | 6,562 yds | Par 72 Offers private lessons & summer programs for ages 4-17. www.goldhillsgolf.com. 1950 Gold Hills Dr. (530) 246-7867. Lake Redding Golf Course; Redding. 9-hole public course | 1,790 yds | Par 31 Summer nights’ glow golf (glowing balls & cups). Youth lessons for ages 6-14. www.lakereddinggolfcourse.com. 1795 Benton Dr. (530) 243-1930. Palo Cedro Golf Club; Palo Cedro. 9-hole semi-private community course | 4,100 yds | Par 36. www.golfredding.com/overview/ palocedro.html. 22499 Golftime Dr. (530) 547-3012 River Tasalmi Golf & Country Club; Redding. 9-hole semi-private course | 2,148 yds | Par 32. www.winrivercasino.com/golf. 5369 Indianwood Dr. (530) 246-9077. Riverview Golf & Country Club; Redding. 18-hole private course | 6,481 yds | Par 72 Offers private lessons & summer program for ages 5-10. www.riverviewgolf.net. 4200 Bechelli Ln. (530) 224-2255. The Golf Club Tierra Oaks; Redding. 18-hole private course | 6,791 yds | Par 72 Offers private lessons & summer clinics for all ages. www.tierraoaksgc.com. 19700 La Crescenta Dr. (530) 275-0795. Tucker Oaks Golf Course; Redding. 9-hole public course | 3,191 yds | Par 37 Offers private lessons for youth with a pro. www.golfredding.com/overview/ tuckeroaks.html. 6241 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 365-3350.

SISKYOU COUNTY

Lake Shastina Golf Resort; Weed. 18-hole semi-private course | 6,933 yds | Par 72; 9-hole Scottish public course | 3,009 yds | Par 35. Offers private lessons & seasonal Jr Golf program for ages 8-17. www.lakeshastinagolf.com. 5925 Country Club Dr. (530) 938-3201. McCloud Golf Course; McCloud. 9-hole public course | 2,983 yds | Par 36 Seasonal club. Offers private lessons for children & adults. www.mccloudgolfclub. com.1001 Squaw Valley Rd. (530) 964-2535. Mount Shasta Resort; Mt. Shasta. 18-hole public course | 6,035 yds | Par 70; Offers private lessons & seasonal Jr. Golf camp. www.mountshastaresort.com. 1000 Siskiyou Lake Boulevard. (530) 926-3052. Weed Golf Course; Weed. 9-hole public course (not rated) Offers seasonal Jr. Golf Camp for ages 6-15. www.weedgolfcourse.com. 27730 Old Edgewood Rd. (530) 938-9971. www.northstateparent.com • 2015/2016

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TEHAMA COUNTY

Oak Creek Golf Course; Red Bluff. 9-hole public course | 2,622 yds | Par 35 Offers private lessons for all ages. 2620 Montgomery Rd. (530) 529-0674. Sevillano Links Golf Course; Corning. 18-hole public John Daly signature course | 5429-7823 yds. | Par 72 Offers private lessons & seasonal Jr. Golf events for ages 6-17. www.sevillanolinks.com. 2657 Everett Freeman Way. (530) 528-4600. Wilcox Oaks Golf Club; Red Bluff. 18-hole private course | 6,268 yds | Par 72 Offers private lessons & seasonal Jr. Golf program. www.wilcoxoaksgolfclub.com. 2995 Wilcox Golf Rd. (530) 527-7087.

GOLF: MINIATURE GOLF BUTTE COUNTY

Funland; Chico. 18-hole course offers fun & challenges in a well-vegetated environment, complete with waterfall, running streams, fountains & hills. Offers summer camps for skating, golfing, batting & more for ages 5-12. www.funlandchico. com. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530) 343-1601.

SHASTA COUNTY

Oasis Fun Center; Shasta Lake City. Two outdoor 18-hole courses & 1 indoor 9-hole course. Fun & challenging multi-level holes with water hazards, simulated sand traps & roughs. Also offers go-karts, bumper boats, laser tag & more. www.oasisfuncenter.com. 3330 Cascade Blvd. (530) 275-3042.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Lariat Bowl; Red Bluff. Families of all ages will enjoy 18 holes with water hazards & more. www.lariatbowl.com. 365 S. Main St. (530) 527-2720.

GYMNASTICS

Gymnastics fosters strength, flexibility, muscle tone, balance, self-esteem and confidence, grace, agility and stress release!

BUTTE COUNTY

Athletic Horizons Gymnastics Center; Chico. Offers gymnastics & tumbling classes, summer programs & party packages. Ages 18 months-adult. www.athletichorizons. com. 415 Otterson Dr. Ste. 70. (530) 893-4967.

SHASTA COUNTY

Adventure Recreation Center; Anderson. Offers gymnastics & tumbling complete with new foam pit, plus slacklining, rock climbing, yoga & other fitness classes. Ages 2+. www.adventurerecreationllc.com. 2250 Barney Rd. (530) 365-2235. Dance Depot; Redding. Provides instruction in acrobatics for boys & girls. Ages 1½+. www.dancedepotfamily.com. 935 Locust St. (530) 241-7764. G-Force Gymnastics: Redding. Specializes in power tumbling & trampoline in a fun, safe & clean environment. Ages preschool – adult. www.g-forcegymnastics.com. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530) 227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy; Redding. Believes in the benefits of gymnastics for developing strength, coordination, focus, discipline & self confidence in children. Ages 9 months & up. galaxygymnasticsacademy.com. 910 Wall St. (530) 222-4496.

SPORTS & FITNESS NorCal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Teaches students the art of tumbling for both beginners & veterans of the mat. Ages 16 mos – adult. www.norcalelitegymnastics.com. 4425 Tenaya Court. (530) 223-5483.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mount Shasta Gymnastics; Mt. Shasta.  Offers a variety of gymnastics classes for all levels, ages 4+. Mommy & Me sessions for ages 18 mos - 4 yrs. 1014 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-1113.

HIKING SOUTH SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Wanderers Hiking Group; S. Siskiyou County. Long-time group meets for weekly hikes on beautiful Siskiyou County trails. Socialized canine companions welcome on many hikes. www.siskiyouwanderers.com.

HOCKEY

Ice • Field • Roller • Underwater

ICE HOCKEY SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. Offers youth & adult hockey programs, plus annual pickup tournament. Certified coaches offer instruction & leadership. Weekly “learn to skate & play” hockey classes for beginner & intermediate levels. Summer 2015 Siskyou Ice Rink is being expanded to become a NHL regulation-sized outdoor rink. Hockey season runs late Nov. through Jan. Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. www. siskiyourink.org Contact Friends of the Rink (530) 926-5631 or Mt. Shasta Recreation & Parks District at (530) 926-2494. Seasonal rink phone/weather updates: (530) 926-1715.

FIELD HOCKEY SHASTA COUNTY

Indoor Field Hockey League At Big League Dreams; Redding. Games are played on a state-of-the-art Sport Court specifically designed for indoor field hockey. For players ages 16+ of all skill levels. Also offers softball & indoor soccer leagues. www.bigleaguedreams.com. (530) 223-9002.

ROLLER HOCKEY BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Adult Roller Hockey. Chico’s only adult inline roller hockey league welcomes men & women of all ages & abilities. B & C leagues. For truly beginning players, C-level offers a low-key, fun way to learn to play. For players with some experience, or good skaters/athletes, B-level adds some pressure & competition. Leagues run fall (Sept-Dec) & spring (Feb-May). In summer, combined leagues make for evenly-matched teams that play for fun in air-conditioned Cal Skate. Pick-up games, schedule updates & other info online: www.tinyurl.com/ChicoRollerHockey. (530) 343-1601. North Valley Hockey; Chico. Inline roller hockey leagues includes youth coed recreational league (4 divisions), Chico

Firebirds youth travel league (7 teams, ages 16 & under). Adult leagues & collegiate league. Youth leagues play at Cal Skate Chico in fall (Sept-Dec) & spring (Feb-May). www.nvhsc.org. North Valley Hockey and Sports Complex, 250 Walsh Ave., Hamilton City. (530) 826-3510.

SHASTA COUNTY

Redding Hockey; Redding. Inline roller hockey youth league for boys & girls ages 4-17. Games are played at Big League Dreams Sports Park. Offers seasonal multisport youth camps. www.reddinghockey.com

UNDERWATER HOCKEY BUTTE COUNTY

Underwater Hockey; Chico. If you enjoy swimming & trying new things, try the sport of underwater hockey! Coed open recreational play May-Oct. Low-contact sport for all skill levels, played on a pool bottom. Using a short stick, players maneuver a puck around their opponents to score goals at either end of the pool. Suggested age range 16+. First timers welcome at 1st Tu or 1st Th practices to watch, get pointers & learn skills & techniques. $8/drop-in or $54/mo. www.tinyurl.com/UnderwaterHockeyChico. Held at Shapiro Pool, Oleander & Memorial Way. (530) 895-4711.

KART RACING BUTTE COUNTY

Heart Attack Go-Kart Racing; Chico. Ages 8 & up (at least 48" tall). Offers various specials, like 2 for 1 Tuesdays (2 races for the price of 1). Quarter-mile track. Parties & group events. Open daily. www. heartattackracing.com. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530) 774-5537.

SHASTA COUNTY

The Oasis Speedway; Shasta Lake City. Lighted 800-foot concrete race track with banked S-turns outfitted with 8 single-seat & 3 double-seat go-karts. Ages 9+ (& 52” tall) may drive single seat karts. Younger children may ride as a passenger in a double seat kart with driver age 18+. www.oasisfuncenter.com. 3330 Cascade Blvd. (530) 275-3042.

KAYAKING & ROWING BUTTE COUNTY

Feather River Rowing Club; Chico. Offers middle school rowing teams with camps & competitions. Kayaking, canoeing & standup paddle boarding plus Youth Aquatic Camps offered at the Forebay Aquatic Center managed by FRRC. www.rowchico.com. (530) 538-4332.

SHASTA COUNTY

Just Kayak More; Redding. Large & active group of dedicated North State kayaking paddlers. Weekly local paddles & monthly travel paddles to exciting locations around the globe. Offers online resources & email group. www.justkayakmore.com Shasta Paddlers! Loose-knit group for enthusiasts of kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding & anything else that travels on the water under human power. Weekly social paddles at

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Whiskeytown Lake, Sacramento River paddles, & events throughout the North State. All skill levels & ages welcome. www.facebook.com/ShastaPaddlers. Event schedule at www.meetup.com/ Shasta-Paddlers.

LACROSSE

Quickness and speed are qualities needed for this exhilarating game. Lacrosse is played with a stick (the crosse) which must be mastered by the player to throw, catch and scoop the ball. Northern California Junior LaCross Association. Offers information & resources about lacrosse, including off-season camps, clinics, travel teams & tournaments. www.ncjla.org. U.S. Lacrosse. Great online resource for lacrosse history, info & tips. Includes informative videos. www.uslacrosse.org.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Rebels Lacrosse. For boys ages 9-17 & high school girls. Teaches & promotes lacrosse in a fun, safe & sportsmanlike environment. Dedicated to skills development including speed, position & finesse. Reg: Jan. www.chicorebels.com.

SHASTA COUNTY

Redding Lacrosse. Youth or boys & girls ages 9-17. Primarily geared for elementary & middle school players. Offers a developmental program & hosts summer camps & a recreational league through Redding Recreation. Also hosts annual Lacrosse Jamboree. www.reddinglacrosse. com. (530) 921-0338. Redding Lacrosse Jamboree. Held annually in February. Features over 30 teams & two college games. Come see how the game is played! Held at Redding Soccer Park, 9800 Old Oregon Trail (530) 921-0338.

MARTIAL ARTS

The study of martial arts teaches discipline and respect, improves physical fitness, balance and coordination, and offers mental, emotional and philosophical training along with self-defense skills. Fun for all ages.

BUTTE COUNTY

Americana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu; Paradise & Chico. Competitive Jiu-Jitsu school with experienced instructors; offers one-onone training & smaller classes. Ages 4+. americanajiu-jitsu.com. Chico: 322 Nord Ave.; Paradise: 1394 Wagstaff. (530) 712-7007. Azad’s Martial Arts Family Center; Chico. Classes for kids and adults in Hapkido, Tae Kwon Do, Tai Chi Chuan, Filipino martial arts, mixed martial arts, kickboxing, wrestling & more. Ages 3+. azadsmartialarts.com. 313 Walnut St. Ste. 150. (530) 896-0777. Chico Dojo; Chico. Classes build children's self-confidence, respect, self-discipline & strength by promoting physical fitness in a fun & upbeat environment. Also offers Kobayashi Shorin Ryu Karate & Kobudo (weapons) style from Okinawa, Japan. www.chicodojo.com. 485 East Ave. (530) 898-9753.

SPORTS & FITNESS Chico Kodenkan; Chico. Since 1939. Nonprofit martial & healing arts organization offering training for adults & children ages 6+ in Aikido, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Jujitsu, Jujitsu Weapons: Iaido & Jojitsu. www.facebook.com/ChicoKondenkan. 254 E. First St. (530) 343-6551. Epperson Bros. Kenpo Karate Dojo; Chico. Kenpo Karate classes for ages 4+. All levels welcome. Specializes in teaching children with autism. www.eppersonbroskenpo. com. 1215 Mangrove Ave. Ste. B. (530) 895-8257. Haley’s Martial Arts; Chico. Classes for adults & children ages 3+ in Shorin Ryu Karate, Kobudo (weapons), Aikido & Judo. www.hmac.biz. 260 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 150. (530) 895-3114. Tai Chi Sword Class; Redding. Dedicated to improving & promoting physical, mental, emotional & spiritual health & wellbeing through activity with wooden swords & professional instruction. Private instruction available. Ages 10+. The Bohemian Art Loft, 3304B Bechelli Ln. www. meditativehealingarts.org. (530) 229-7818. Ten Shin Dojo School of Aikido; Chico. Aikido classes for adults & children ages 5+, nutrition & fitness coaching & selfdefence workshops. 1,500 sq ft facility. www.tenshin1dojo.com. 3028 Esplanade Ste. C. (530) 643-1497.

SHASTA COUNTY

appropriate classes for all skill levels, including T'ai Chi & T'ai Chi Sword. All ages. Meditation, aromatherapy & adult classes also available. www.meditativehealingarts. org. 3304B Bechelli Lane. (530) 229-7818.

SOUTH SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mount Shasta Martial Arts Program. Yearround classes for children ages 4+ & adults in Hapkido, Yongmudo & Taekwondo. Fun year-round events, & summer workshops. www.mtshastama.org. 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 859-2024.

PILATES

Also check with your local fitness centers and dance studios; many offer Pilates mat instruction.

BUTTE COUNTY

Balance Point Pilates Studio; Chico. Fully equipped Pilates studio offers private & semi-private classes catering to the individual. Physical therapy fitness available. 1324 Mangrove Ave. Ste. 210. (530) 680-5309. Simply Pilates Studio; Chico. Well-trained staff, post rehab, athletic training, private sessions, group reformer classes. www.simplypilateschico.com. 2201 Pillsbury Rd. Ste. 190. (530) 566-1077.

SHASTA COUNTY

Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. Fun classes throughout the year to develop selfcontrol, improve balance, coordination & fitness for ages 4+. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530) 378-6656. NorthWest Martial Arts; Anderson. Self-defense training center for all ages. Develops self-confidence & self-control. www.northwestmartialarts.net. 2250 Barney Rd. (530) 378-1169. Redding JuJitsu Academy, Inc.; Redding. Classes for adults & children ages 3+ in Dan Zan Ryu JuJitsu. All skill levels welcome. www.ajjf.org/dojos/rja. 3029 Bechelli Lane. (530) 223-2435. The Center For Meditative & Healing Arts; Redding. Offers a variety of age-

EmPower Pilates; Redding. Offers tower & reformer Pilates with experienced instructors. Also offers yoga instruction. www.empowerpilatesstudio.com. 1447 Market St. Ste. E. (530) 784-0233. Simonis Pilates; Redding. Offers a full pilates studio with private instruction, individualized exercise program & special workshops. www. simonispilates.com. 1300 Market St. Ste. 204. (530) 941-0129. The Pilates Studio of Redding; Redding. Train with certified instructors. Personalized body-conditioning uses Reformer apparatus. Private, semi-private & group instruction. www.pilatesofredding. com. 916 E. Cypress Ave. Ste. 500. (530) 223-5209.

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Sports & Fitness

SISKIYOU COUNTY

White Mountain Pilates Studio; Mt. Shasta. Group & private equipment training, group mat classes, athletic training & conditioning, pre- & post-natal Pilates. Workshops, & teacher trainings. www.whitemountainpilates.com. 635 Lassen Ln. (530) 859-9017.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Tehama Family Fitness Center; Red Bluff. Offers reformer & mat classes each week (call for schedule). Childcare options available for parents. www.tehamafamilyfitness.com. 2498 S Main St. (530) 528-8656.

Reformer, Tower & Mat Pilates

RECREATION DEPARTMENTS BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Area Recreation & Park District (CARD); Chico. Offers year-round programs, classes & events for all ages. Aquatics, trips & tours, mobile recreation vans, sports

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Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Shasta County’s Largest Gym! FREE TRIAL CLASS! OUR BIRTHDA Y PARTIES AR OUT OF T E HIS WORLD!

2 In-Ground Trampolines • 2 In-Ground Foam Pits 2 In-Ground Tumble Tracks • 2 Birthday Party Rooms Recreational Gymnastics and Competition Teams Separate Gym Area Exclusively For Our Smallest Customers

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Gymnastics Fun for Children of All Ages Beginning at 18mo Boys’ & Girls’ Gymnastics Low Student to Instructor Ratio National Safety Certified Instructors Competitive Teams Birthday Parties and Field Trips

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leagues, parks for seasonal play & more. www.chicorec.com. 545 Vallombrosa Ave. (530) 895-4711. Feather River Recreation & Park District; Oroville. Home of the nationally recognized Oroville Gymnastics Center, the Feather River Activity Center Preschool, & Kids Rec Club. Recreational programs for all ages included dance, karate, tai chi, Zumba, swimming & more. www.frrpd.com. 1875 Feather River Blvd. (530) 533-2011.

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SPORTS & FITNESS

Offers seasonal sports leagues, classes, aquatics, archery range, ropes course, camps, special needs programs, activities for all ages & more. www.paradiseprpd. com. 6626 Skyway. (530) 872-6393.

7-18 (with limited space for 6-year-olds) held annually in Nov. at Wildwood Park. Season starts Dec. www.chicorugby.org. (530) 308-1092.

SHASTA COUNTY

Highlander Youth Rugby Club; Redding. Offers youth rugby clinics in fall, winter & spring. League forming for girls & boys, K-12. www.tinyurl.com/ShastaYouthRugby. (530) 710-5107.

City of Anderson Community Services; Anderson. Skate park, sports leagues, recreational classes, youth & teen activities, summer camps, amphitheater & more. www.ci.anderson.ca.us. 1887 Howard St. (530) 378-6656. Redding Recreation; Redding. Offers workshops, seasonal camps & classes, sports leagues, skate park, youth & teen activities, special events & more. www.reddingrecreation.org. New office location: City Hall, 777 Cypress Hill, 2nd Floor. (530) 225-4095.

SOUTH SISKIYOU COUNTY

City of Yreka Parks & Facilities. www.ci.yreka.ca.us. Offers a number of parks & facilities available for use by residents & visitors. 701 Fourth St. (530) 841-2386. Dunsmuir Recreation & Parks. Offers sports, activities, swimming in Siskyou County’s largest pool, a botanical garden, outdoor concerts, safe play area, & more. www.dunsmuirparks.org. 4841 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-4740. McCloud Community Services District. www.ci.mccloudcsd.ca.us. 220 W. Minnesota Ave. (530) 964-2017. Mt. Shasta Recreation & Parks District. Hosts sports events, a seasonal ice rink (skating & hockey), classes, special events camps, beautiful recreational parks, a dog park & more. www.msrec.org. 1315 Nixon Rd. (530) 926-2494. Weed Recreation & Parks District; Weed. Offers camps, parks, swimming, classes, special events & more. www.ci.weed.ca.us. Call Mt. Shasta Recreation (530) 926-2494.

TEHAMA COUNTY

City of Red Bluff Parks & Recreation Department; Red Bluff. Offers swimming, sports, seasonal youth activities, skate park, beautiful parks for daytime fun & more. www.redbluffrecreation.org. 1500 S. Jackson St. (530) 527-8181.

RUNNING BUTTE COUNTY

The Chico Running Club; Chico. Hosts fun runs & walks, weekly & annual events, & online message board for members & the Chico community. Organizes a variety of annual races for participants from all over California. www.chicorunningclub.org.

SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta Trail Runs. Promotes trail running to encourage all ages to get out, get moving & enjoy the North State’s scenic wonders & world-class trail system. Running events from 5K to ultramarathons. www.shastatrailruns.com. (530) 227-8905.

RUGBY FOR YOUTH BUTTE COUNTY:

Chico Rugby Foundation. Youth rugby league. Free youth rugby camp for ages

SHASTA COUNTY:

SKATEBOARDING & SCOOTERING

For skate parks, see section General Recreation & Parks: Skateboard Parks.

SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES

2015 North State Skate Competition Series. Exciting annual skateboarding (and scootering) competition at four skate park locations: Mt. Shasta (Sept 12), Anderson (Sept 26), Red Bluff (Oct 10) & Corning (Oct 24). Age categories: 11 & under, 12-14, 1517, Open Class, & 30+. Find information at www.facebook.com/northstateskateseries. (530) 448-5080.

SHASTA COUNTY

Skateboarding Camps; Redding. Redding Recreation offers youth skateboarding camps for participants to learn basic skateboarding skills. www.reddingrecreation.org. City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave. 2nd floor. (530) 225-4095.

SKATING: ROLLER & ICE FACILITIES BUTTE COUNTY

Cal Skate Chico; Chico. Indoor skating facility offers varied skate sessions & special events for all ages, plus summer camps & birthday party options. Hosts inline hockey & roller derby bouts. www.funlandchico. com. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530) 343-1601. North Valley Hockey & Sports Complex; Hamilton City. Offer monthly family skates, hockey leagues & pick-up games, clinics, broomball, camps & parties. www.nvhockey.com. 250 Walsh Ave. (minutes from Chico). (530) 826-3510.

SHASTA COUNTY

Viking Skate Country; Redding. Offers roller & inline skating sessions for all ages, family fun nights, holiday skates & events, plus golfing, batting & private party rentals. www.vikingskatecountry.com. 735 Auditorium Dr. (530) 246-3900.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. The rink is expanding to NHL-regulation size summer 2015. Offers seasonal public ice skate sessions, holiday skate camps, fun special events, group & private lessons & school & group sessions. Youth & adult hockey programs & annual pick-up hockey tournament. Open off-season for roller skating. www.siskiyourink.org. Located at Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. Friends of the Rink: (530) 926-5631; or Mt. Shasta Recreation & Parks District: (530) 926-2494.

SNOWSPORTS: PARKS & PROGRAMS SISKIYOU COUNTY

Cross County Youth Ski Program; Mt. Shasta. Mt. Shasta Nordic Ski Organization’s Junior Skate program offers outdoor winter fun & instills a love for the sport. Ages 7-16. Adult & group sessions available. www.mtshastanordic.org. (530) 925-2359. Mt. Shasta Board & Ski Park. 425 acres of skiable terrain, 1,435 vertical feet, 32 trails. Terrain parks for beg.-adv.; 300-ft super half-pipe. Night skiing on 14 trails. Rental shop & lessons for all ages & levels. Season passes available for purchase. Ski Park Highway off Hwy 89. www.skipark.com. (530) 926-8600. Mt. Shasta Nordic Center. Offers 25 km of groomed trails for XC skiing (skate & classic) plus snowshoeing trails. Lessons, rentals, school groups & special events. Managed by the Mt. Shasta Nordic Ski Organization. Ski Park Highway off Hwy 89. (530) 925-2359. www.mtshastanordic.org. Shasta Disabled Sports USA; Mt. Shasta. Offers a variety of snow sports & experiences to children, teens, adults & seniors with any type of disability. Volunteer opportunities include free training to experienced skiers & snowboarders to become a “Ski Buddy". All ages. Summer activities & festivals also available. www.shastadsusa.org. (530) 925-1531.

SOUTHERN OREGON

Mt. Ashland Ski Area; Ashland, OR. 220 skiable acres with 23 runs & four chair lifts. Offers the 2nd highest base elevation in OR. Youth classes, programs such as the after-school Ski & Ride program & summer activities available for all ages. (541) 482-2897. www.mtashland.com

SOCCER BUTTE COUNTY

Butte United Soccer Club; Chico. For boys & girls ages 8-19. Develops each player’s technical & tactical skills & sportsmanship. Committed to the highest level of competitive soccer play. Offers academy classes for ages 6-10. Affiliated with US Club Soccer, NorCal Premier League, & the United States Soccer Federation. Ref Jan/ Feb. www.butteunited.com. 1354 East Ave. Ste. R, #189. Chico-Cal Soccer Club; Chico. Recreational & select teams emphasize three values: family, work ethic & success. Offers camps & clinics for players. April registration. For boys & girls, ages 9-16. www.chicocalsoccer.com. (530) 519-4297. Chico Youth Soccer League; Chico. No tryouts, everyone who signs on time makes the team. All players participate in each game. Encourages good sportsmanship among players, coaches & parents. Register in May. For boys & girls, ages 5-14. www. eteamz.com/chicoyouthsoccerleaguechi. (530) 894-1088. Off the Wall Soccer; Chico. Offers youth, teen & adult leagues, summer camp & more with access to year-round indoor facility. All ages & experience levels welcome. www.offthewallsoccer.com/

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leagues-youth.html. 1090 East 20th St. (530) 879-0894. Oroville Youth Soccer Club; Oroville. Provides an atmosphere of teamwork, sportsmanship & respect while developing individual soccer skills. Register in May. For boys & girls ages 4-19. www. orovilleyouthsoccer.com. (530) 532-1789. Paradise Ridge Youth Soccer; Paradise. Offers recreational, competitive & summer soccer programs for boys & girls ages 4-19. Register in May. www.paradisesoccer.org. (530) 871-6270.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Youth Soccer League; Anderson. Help players advance their skills, respect & love for the game. Register in May. For boys & girls ages 6-19. Offers a 'Little Kicks' program for ages 3-4 that helps develop elementary soccer techniques, selfconfidence & team spirit while having fun. www.ayslca.com. (530) 953-9407. North State Soccer; Redding. Missfits FC (girls) and Kaos (boys) U-11 thru U-19 soccer. www.northstatesoccer.com. Palo Cedro Youth Soccer; Palo Cedro. Children grow, learn, mature & succeed through a comprehensive communitybased league offering a range of youth soccer opportunities. For boys & girls ages 6-19. Spring reg in Feb.; fall reg in May. www.palocedrosoccer.com. Redding Youth Soccer League. Fun program that emphasizes fun & de-emphasizes winning-at-all-costs. Every child is guaranteed playing time. Spring reg in Feb; fall reg in May. www.reddingsoccer.com. For boys & girls ages 4-19.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

North Siskiyou Soccer League; Yreka. Part of the California Youth Soccer Association. Operated by parents & volunteers with the goal of getting kids on the field to play soccer & have a good time. Reg in June. For boys & girls ages 4-19. www.siskiyousoccer.org. (530) 331-0048.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Soccer League; Red Bluff. Teaching children the basic fundamentals of soccer & encouraging a love for the sport. For boys & girls, ages 6-19. Spring reg in Jan; fall reg in May. 859 Washington #109. www.rbysl.org. (530) 529-2255.

SWIM TEAMS

All teams are sanctioned by USA Swimming, Inc.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico AquaJets & Mini Jets; Chico. Year-round swim team, all levels welcome. Instruction & competitive opportunities locally & nationally, plus a fun noncompetitive swim program during the summer. Ages 5. www.chicoaquajets.org. (530) 518-7946. Durham Dolphins; Durham. Mini Dolphins program for ages out-of-diapers to 6 years, & a competitive swim team for ages 6-18. Adult program for ages 18+. Runs MayAug. www.durhamdolphins.swimtopia. com. (530) 345-1921. Gridley Gators; Gridley. Seasonal swim team with the purpose of developing strong competitive swimmers & to

SPORTS & FITNESS instill a strong sense of team unity & sportsmanship while providing a fun learning environment. For boys & girls, ages 4-18. Program runs Early May-1st week of Aug. (530) 713-4975. www.gogridleygators.com. Oroville Orcas Swim Team; Oroville. Teaching positive competition & healthy sporting activity for kids in a fun & safe environment. No try-outs necessary. Ages 4-18. Program runs May-August. Nelson Pool, 2280 6th St. (530) 990-6071. www.orovilleorcas.com. Paradise Piranhas; Paradise. Seasonal competitive swim team offering high quality professional coaching & technique instruction to all ages & abilities with the goal of providing every member an opportunity to improve their skills & achieve success. Ages 5-18. www.paradiseswimteam.com.

SHASTA COUNTY

Anderson Aqua-gators Swim Club; Anderson. A non-profit club that works to develop, promote, foster & improve amateur competitive swimming. Ages 5-18. Runs May-Aug. www.aquagators.com. Redding Aqua Ducks; Redding. Yearround competitive swim program that values sportsmanship & friends, integrity, commitment & developing skills for each swimmer. Ages 4-18. Offers adult programs & summer fun. www.reddingswimteam.com SOAR-Sun Oaks Aquatic Racing; Redding. Year-round & seasonal teams that provide every member an opportunity to improve skills & achieve success. Boys & girls ages 5-19. All levels welcome. www.soarswimmer.com. (530) 221-4405.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

South Siskiyou Swim Team. Formerly known as Weed Swim Club & Mt. Shasta Swim Club, this new team offers competitive & recreational swim instruction for youth to age 18. Reg in May; program runs June-Aug. www.facebook.com/ SouthSiskiyouSwim.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Tritons; Red Bluff. Provides a fun & safe environment for swimmers to better their skills in competitive swimming. Ages 5-18. Program runs May-Aug. www.redblufftritons.com .

TRAMPOLINE SHASTA COUNTY

NorCal Elite All-Stars Team; Redding. Ages 8 & up, Jr. & Sr. competitive artistic & TNT teams. Cheerleading camps. NorCal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530) 223-5483. G-Force Gymnastics: Redding. Trampoline & tumbling program taught by nationallyranked USA Gymnastics national-level coaches. Features 3 Olympic trampolines: Euro tramp, Euro double mini tramp & competitive rod floor, as well as a 60-ft tumble track. For ages preschool-adult, beginner - elite levels. Bronze, silver & gold teams. www.g-forcegymnastics.com. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530) 227-4831. Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Offers 10,000 sq. feet of trampoline space, for all-ages indoor fun. Besides free-play, offers

air-robics classes, dodgeball leagues, a “slam dunk” basketball court, airbag pit, & twice-weekly toddler times, when the facility is open exclusively to jumpers ages 6 & under. www.rareairpark.com. 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530) 221-1206.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mount Shasta Gymnastics; Mt. Shasta. Large trampoline for children to use. 1014 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-1113.

VOLLEYBALL BUTTE COUNTY

Club Chico Volleyball; Chico. For girls ages 11-18, beginners through competitive. Provides playing opportunities in the greater Chico area for committed players, with high-caliber coaching staff. www. clubchicovolleyball.com. (530) 514-9063.

YOGA

Also check with your local recreation departments, dance studios and community colleges for yoga classes.

a teachers’ training/advanced studies program. 315 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. www. shastayogainstitute.com. (530) 859-5433.

SHASTA COUNTY

Balance Yoga Center; Redding. Creating healthy change in body, mind & spirit through yoga. Offers classes & workshops for varied levels, including an intro-to-yoga series, prenatal yoga, & flow yoga. www.balance-yogacenter.com. 169 Locust St. (530) 262-6298. Conscious Living Yoga; Redding. Offers classes of varied styles designed to meet all experience levels; advanced classes available. 1325 Tehama St. www. consciouslivingyoga.com. (530) 246-7256.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Mt. Shasta Wellness Center; Mt. Shasta. Offers yoga classes for varied skill levels. 633 Lassen Lane. www.mtshastapt.com. (530) 926-6010. Shasta Yoga Institute; Mt. Shasta. Offers yoga classes, workshops & retreats for all levels, including children’s classes &

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Sports & Fitness

SISKIYOU COUNTY

YMCAs typically offer a wide range of sports programs and activities for children & families.

YMCAS

Siskiyou Family YMCA; Yreka. Impacting children & their families through recreational programs throughout the year, including camps for basketball, volleyball, rugby, golf, rock climbing, aquatics, tennis & more. www.siskiyou-ymca.org. 350 N. Foothill Dr. (530) 842-9622.

BUTTE COUNTY

ZIPLINING

YMCA of Oroville. Enriches children & families through health, well-being, day camps, aquatics & swimming. All ages. www.orovilleymca.org. 1684 Robinson St. (530) 533-9622.

SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta Family YMCA; Redding. Children meet new friends, develop skills & interest while trying new things in a supportive environment with caring adults. Offers a variety of recreational programs that emphasize values, sportsmanship, friendship & fun. 1155 N Court St. (530) 246-9622. www.sfymca.org.

BUTTE COUNTY

In Motion Fitness; Chico. A wide array of yoga classes are offered for ages child through adult & for all levels. Styles include children's Yoga Bear classes (ages 3+), wall yoga, gentle yoga, hot yoga, Anusara, integrative dynamic yoga & more. www.inmotionfitness.net/yoga. 1293 E. First Ave. (530) 343-5678. NS Fitness Athletic Club; Chico. Provides a range of yoga classes.1026 Skyway. www.nsfclubs.com. (530) 898-8348. Sacred Beginnings Pre/Post Natal Yoga; Chico. Offers classes for new mothers & mothers-to-be: Prenatal Yoga (all stages of pregnancy), Yoga with Baby (ages 4 weeks to crawling), & Yoga with Crawlers & Toddlers (crawling to age 2). www.sacredbeginnings.org/yoga.shtml. (530) 321-6477. YOCAS (Yoga For Cancer Survivors); Paradise. An opportunity for patients & caregivers to learn relaxation techniques from a certified yoga instructor. Meets weekly. Pre-register. Feather River Cancer Center, 5629 Canyon View Dr. (530) 876-3157.

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Rogue Valley ZipLine Adventure Park; Central Point, OR. Guided zip line tours on a progressive 5-zip-line course. Features the longest zip line in the Pacific Northwest & the Zip, Dip & Sip tour (with lunch, snacks & shuttle). Ages 8+ & 70-270lbs. Group discounts available. www.rvzipline.com. Shuttle location: 9450 Old Stage Rd. (541) 821-9476. Zip Line Canopy Tours; Felton, CA. Glide along interconnected zip lines to experience the upper reaches of a Santa Cruz giant coastal redwoods forest canopy. Certified zip line guides share ecological knowledge & bring the forest’s history to life. Ages 10+ & 75-250lbs. Group discounts available. www.mounthermonadventures. com. (831) 430-4357.

YMNASTICS Training trampoline & power tumbling on a national level, beginner through advanced & team All classes coached by G-Force owners Tarro & Julie

www.g-forcegymnastics.com

2629 Bechelli Lane • Redding • (530) 227-4831

BOYS & GIRLS GYMNASTICS • TUMBLING • BIRTHDAY PARTIES Open Gym Tue/Thu/Fri 10am-Noon, Sat 1-3pm • Teens & Adult Open Gym Mon/Thu 8-10pm

TUMBLE TOT ROOM Ages 0-4. Quiet and private classes. Free trial lesson!

DAY CAMPS AVAILABLE Weekly & daily rates, ages 4-12, & FREE LIT Program, 13-16 years – Gymnastics, team-building & leadership activities

www.AdventureRecreationLLC.com

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ICE SKATING FUN! Join Siskiyou Ice Rink for a Fabulous Winter Season 2015-2016 Saturday, November 21, 2015 – Sunday, January 31, 2016

This summer the rink is expanding to become the only NHL regulation-sized outdoor hockey rink in the North State region!

Public Ice Skating • Hockey • Special Events Skate Lessons • Holiday Week Skate Camps • School & Private Group Sessions • Season Passes & Punch Cards For updates about the rink, to donate, and to find out how you can help:

Visit www.siskiyourink.org or call (530) 926-5631. Please help us reach our financial goals - visit our website to donate!

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Friends of the Rink

Located in Mount Shasta’s beautiful Shastice Park.

Friends of the Rink: (530) 926-5631 • Mt. Shasta Recreation & Parks District: (530) 926-2494 • Seasonal rink phone & conditions updates: (530) 926-1715

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THE ARTS THE ARTS

“Art teaches nothing, except the significance of life.” ~Henry Miller • Arts Councils & Commissions • Bellycasting • Dance Programs & Studios • Infant/Toddler Music & Movement Classes • Music Schools & Music Stores Offering Music Instruction • Music Teachers Directory • Music: Youth Orchestras, Choirs & Music Groups • Sewing & Needle Arts Classes • Theater Companies & Theater Groups For Youth • Visual Arts Instruction For Children & Teens

Shasta County Arts Council (SCAC); Redding. Supports arts education & events for all ages in Shasta County. Projects include the SCAC Gallery & Art Center, an annual Silent Film Festival, art-related workshops, classes & events, annual arts fair & more. www.shastaartscouncil.org. 1313 Market St. (530) 241-7320. Tehama County Arts Council; Red Bluff. Promotes the arts in Tehama County with annual events including a student art contest, performance opportunities for children with the Missoula Children’s Theatre, an ArtWalk, & year-round art classes at the Green Room Community Art Studio. www.tehamaarts.org. (530) 527-1874.

BELLYCASTING

ARTS COUNCILS & COMMISSIONS

Bellycasting is a unique & artistic way to preserve your pregnant form with a 3-dimensional casting of your shape. The process uses a natural coconut oil base and non-toxic hospital-grade casting materials. The sculptural casting can be hung on a wall. Many families take photos of the baby resting in or on the casting to commemorate baby’s first “home.”

City of Chico Arts Commission. Works to maintain Chico as an arts & culture destination through a public art program, arts funding, & arts promotion & marketing. Sponsors Chico’s exciting month-long Artoberfest each October (www.artoberfest.net). Find a portfolio of Chico’s public art & more www.tinyurl. com/ChicoArts. (530) 896-7250.

Luna Bodywork Studio & Northstate Pre & Post; Redding. Treatment takes about an hour & includes the luxuries of relaxing scalp massage & herbal steamed towels. www.lunabodywork.com. (530) 356-0477.

At their best, arts councils and commissions play a vital role in supporting, developing and coordinating the arts to promote a diversity of cultural experiences at a local level. They can be a wealth of information about all things art related in their communities.

SHASTA COUNTY

DANCE PROGRAMS & STUDIOS

"Dance is the only art of which we ourselves are the stuff of which it is made." ~Ted Shawn Also check with your local university & community college for more dance opportunities!

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Creek Dance Centre; Chico. Ages 2-adult. Pre-dance, ballet, jazz, tap, flamenco, tumbling, lyrical, contemporary, breakdancing, folk & hip hop. Performance opportunities. 1144 West 1st St. (530) 893-9028. Chico Hula Club. Learn dances of Polynesia, Hula Auwana, Hula Kahiko, Tahiti Ori & more. Performances too. For all ages & levels. www.facebook.com/ChicoHulaClub. Healthy Steps Therapeutic Movement Class; Chico. Gentle therapeutic exercise helps to decrease depression & promote positive self-image & joy. Two classes offered weekly. $10 one-time materials fee. Fountain Medical Conference Room. www.enloe.org. (530) 332-3877. HYPE Dance Studio; Chico. Ages 13-adult. Hip hop, jazz, tap, ballet, tumbling, lyrical. Fusion Dance Company & All Stars Pom Dance team. Performance opportunities. www.hypedancestudio.com. 1033 Mangrove Ave. (530) 898-8789. In Motion Fitness; Chico. For ages 14+. Pilates, Zumba, Balletone, & Power Jam. www.inmotionfitness.com. 1293 E. 1st Ave. (530) 343-5678. Kinetics Academy of Dance; Chico. Ages 2-adult. Baby Ballet, Movement & Sound, ballet, tap, Hula/Polynesian, jazz & hip hop,

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Zumba, Argentine tango, ballroom & wedding dance lessons. Performance opportunities. www.kineticsacademyofdance.com. 627 Broadway. (530) 345-2505. Northern California Ballet; Paradise. Ages 4-adult. Pre-ballet, classical ballet & Pilates. Performance & company opportunities. www.northerncaliforniaballet.com. 5794 Clark Rd. (530) 872-1719. Studio One; Chico. Swing, Latin & ballroom plus social dance nights. All ages. Monthly memberships available. 707 Wall St. (530) 345-9465.

SHASTA COUNTY

California Dance Company; Anderson. Ages 2-adult. Jazz, tap, ballet, modern & hip hop. Performance opportunities. Some scholarships available. 2150 Marx Way. (530) 365-7749. Dance Depot; Redding. Ages 2½ & up. Ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, Mommy & Me, & acrobatics. 935 Locust St. www. dancedepotfamily.com. (530) 241-7764. Dreamweaver Dance Theatre; Redding. Ages child-adult. Ballet, jazz, tap, modern, Pilates & theatre. Performance opportunities. www.dreamweaverdance. com. 1522 Market St. (530) 247-1010. JAMA (Joining Arts Music & Athletics); Redding. Ballet, tap & jazz. All ages welcome. www.jamainc.com. Located at Visual Rhythms Fitness Studio, 1072 Lake Blvd. (650) 425-0212. Redding City Ballet; Redding. Company members ages 11 & up, by audition/ invitation. Performance & scholarship opportunities. 1726 Market St. (530) 245-1019.

WE’RE OFF TO T HE T HEAT RE Experiencing the arts with young children in a theater setting will be much more enjoyable if you take some time to prepare beforehand. These simple tips will help make the performance a pleasurable time for everyone.

By Mj Callaway

• Choose a program with an age-appropriate performance time. Productions that are geared for children tend to be shorter to help youngsters stay focused. • Choose a show that reflects your child’s interests. • Kids like humor. A good performance to start with would be one that has humor in it. • Talk about where you’re going and what you’ll be doing. • Introduce theater protocol ahead of the performance. Talk about the importance of staying in your seat and that food and drinks aren’t allowed in the theater. Explain that the audience doesn’t talk during the performance (unless prompted by the performers), but if talking is necessary, to use a library whisper voice. • Make the restrooms your first stop when you arrive. • Read the performance synopsis together before the performance starts. • If you need to take an infant along with a young sibling, bring someone who can help since you can’t leave a preschooler in his seat if the baby starts crying. Consider hiring a babysitter who can stay with the older sibling in case you need to take care of your baby during the performance, or leave the baby with a babysitter and enjoy one-on-one time with your older child. Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

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2015/2016 Family Resource Guide Redding Dance Centre; Redding. Ages 4-adult. Ballet, tap, jazz & modern. All levels. Performance opportunities. 862 Butte St. (530) 243-2211. The Redding Arts Project; Redding. Redding Theatre Company & Redding City Ballet. Offers performing arts education in theatre & dance disciplines including ballet, tap, modern, contemporary, hip hop, club, Middle Eastern, & folk. Ages child-adult. www.thereddingartsproject. com. 1726 Market St. (530) 245-1019. Visual Rhythms Fitness Studio; Redding. A performing arts co-op featuring instructors in a variety of dance genres, including break dancing, bellydance, ballet, tap, jazz, children’s dance, hooping, poi & Zumba. All ages & levels welcome. www.visualrhythmsfitness.com. 1072 Lake Blvd. (530) 410-3983.

SOUTH SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom Dance; McCloud & Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, & how to lead or follow in a fun, supportive environment. For all levels; develop technique for stronger skills. Solo dancers welcome. Also offers practice parties & Ballroom for Parkinson’s class. All ages welcome. www.mtshastadance.com. (415) 215-2652. Shasta Studios School of Theatrical Dance; Mt. Shasta. Offers dance for all ages, including tap, jazz & hip hop. Also offers voice lessons, children theater classes, summer camp, & performance opportunities. www.shastastudios.net. 108 Old McCloud Rd. (530) 235-6222.

THE ARTS Siskiyou Dance Company; Weed. Ages 3-adult. Ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, creative movement, swing, modern & choreography. Performance opportunities. www.siskiyoudance.com. 590 Main St. (530) 938-4755.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre; Red Bluff. Professional instruction in modern, hip hop, theater, voice & music. Welcomes students with special needs & students who are deaf or hard of hearing. www.facebook.com/RBPAC. 1325 Vista Way. (530) 255-4180.

INFANT/TODDLER MUSIC & MOVEMENT CLASSES

There are many benefits to participating in a music & movement class with your little one. In addition to precious bonding time together, the classes foster physical, social, emotional & cognitive growth in your child. And you’ll both make new friends while developing music, language & literacy skills!

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Rockstars; Chico. Offers parent-child music classes for children ages 1-4. www.chicorockstars.com. 932 W. 8th Ave. Ste. A. (530) 809-4932. Children’s Choir of Chico; Chico. Movement & music for newborns to age 5 in three groups: Dolce! (newborns-18mos); Vivace! (18-36mos); & Cantabile! (3-5yrs). www. childrenschoirofchico.org. (530) 342-2775.

REAL DANCE! REAL FUN!

The Wright Keys Academy of Musical Arts; Chico. Kindermusik classes for ages birth-2, 2-3 & 3-4; Music Engagements parent-child music classes for ages infant-26mos & 3-4yrs; & Music With Little Mozarts, ages 4-5 (limited to 2-4 students). www.thewrightkeys.com. 556 Vallombrosa Ave. (530) 781-2224.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Movement & Music; Mt. Shasta. Infants to 4yrs. With parent participation, singing, dancing & making music with little instruments. Offers various music programs throughout the year. Call for info. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center. (530) 926-1400.

TEHAMA COUNTY

MusiKids with Judi Richins; Red Bluff. Introduction to music for pre-schoolers. Music through motion. Ages 3-5yrs. (530) 529-0383.

MUSIC SCHOOLS & MUSIC STORES OFFERING MUSIC INSTRUCTION

“The fact that children can make beautiful music is less significant than the fact that music can make beautiful children.” ~ Cherly Lavender.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Rockstars; Chico. Group music classes for school-aged children, parentchild music classes for children ages 1-4, & more. www.chicorockstars.com. 932 W. 8th Ave. Ste. A. (530) 809-4932. The Music Connection; Chico. Private & group lessons by appointment. www.musicconnectionchico.com. 973 East Ave. (530) 898-0110. The Wright Keys Academy of Musical Arts; Chico. Private & group lessons, preschool music classes, summer programs. www. thewrightkeys.com. 556 Vallombrosa Ave. (530) 781-2224.

SHASTA COUNTY

Brass Reed; Redding. Private lessons by appointment. 2650 S. Market St. (530) 243-3540.

CHICO CREEK DANCE CENTRE

Kinetics Academy of Dance

Music Max; Palo Cedro. Private lessons by appointment. Student concerts. www.musicmaxonline.com. 9472 Cedro Lane Ste. 10. (530) 547-7070. Suzuki Cello School; Redding. All ages. Private & group lessons by appointment. Directed by Yoshie Muratani. (530) 774-7013. The Music Connection; Redding. Private lessons by appointment. 3086 Bechelli Lane. www.musicstoreredding.com. (530) 223-2040.

MUSIC TEACHERS DIRECTORY

For a list of private music instructors in the North State, please visit our Music Teachers Directory online at www. northstateparent.com/MusicInstruction.

MUSIC: YOUTH ORCHESTRAS, CHOIRS & MUSIC GROUPS

“I love to hear a choir. I love the humanity to see the faces of real people devoting themselves to a piece of music. I like the teamwork. It makes me feel optimistic about the human race when I see them cooperating like that.” ~Paul McCartney Also see category Infant/Toddler Music & Movement Groups in this section.

ALL COUNTIES

North State Songwriter’s Online Group; serving all upper CA counties. For info, Nick Ciampi: nickciampi@yahoo.com, (530) 949-7212; & Erin Friedman: erin@stillmarried.net, (530) 347-5240.

BUTTE COUNTY

Chico Summer Music Academy. Annual week-long music event in July for ages 4–adult. Hosted by the Music Teachers Association of California, Butte County. Directed by Dustin Breshears. (530) 879-0567. Children’s Choir of Chico; Chico. Inspiring choral music choirs & music programs for PreK–adult women. Movement & music (newborns to age 5), Preparatory Choir I & II (grades 2-3); Cantiamo (grades 4-6);

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All ages. All levels. All styles.

PRE-DANCE PRE-BALLET TAP JAZZ MODERN CLASSICAL BALLET HIP-HOP PRE-DANCE CLASSES FOR AGES BREAK DANCING CONTEMPORARY LYRICAL 1144 W 1st St, Chico • 530.893.9028 DANCE CONDITIONING chicocreekdancecentre.com

FUN, CREATIVE

MOVEMENT!

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Located inside Kinetics Academy of Dance

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

THE ARTS Bel Canto (grades 6 & up); & Bella Voce Woman's Ensemble (highschoolers & adults). Conducted by Susan Tevis. www. childrenschoirofchico.org. (530) 342-2775. Monster Piano Concert; Chico. Annual children’s piano concert event featuring local youth. By audition. Is part of the Chico Summer Music Academy (see listing above). Dustin Breshears, producer. (530) 879-0567. MTAC Youth Orchestra; Chico. Youth Orchestra sponsored by Music Teachers Association of California, Butte County. Three levels of orchestras: beginning, intermediate & advanced. Ages 4yrs– college level. Directed by Yoshie Muratani. (530) 879-0567. North Valley Youth Choir; Chico. Dara Scholz directs two youth choirs: Con Brio (with spirit) for grades 1-3, & Con Belleza (with beauty) for grades 4-6. Held at the Wright Keys Academy of Musical Arts, www.thewrightkeys.com. (530) 781-2224. Suzuki Cello School; Chico. All ages. Chamber music & ensembles directed by Yoshie Muratani. (530) 774-7013.

SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta College Youth Symphony Orchestra; Redding. Students in grades 2-12 gain the opportunity to perform in a quality orchestral setting, & additionally may earn college credit prior to graduating from high school. Directed by Dr. Richard Fiske. www.shastacollege.edu/youth_orchestra. (530) 242-2365. Suzuki Cello School; Redding. Chamber music & ensembles for all ages, directed by Yoshie Muratani. (530) 774-7013. Voices; Redding. Offers summer & fall community choirs & an after-school choral arts academy. Ages preschool-adult. www.voiceschoir.org. (530) 515-0375.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Red Bluff School of the Music Arts; Red Bluff. Winter & summer choir groups for ages 2nd-8th grade. (530) 529-0383.

SEWING & NEEDLE ARTS CLASSES

“I like making a piece of string into something I can wear.” ~Author Unknown

BUTTE COUNTY

Cathy’s Sew & Vac; Chico. Lessons in machine sewing, quilting, machine embroidery & more. Sew Cool Kids Club sewing camps. www.cathyssewandvac. com. 2418 Cohassett Rd. (530) 895-8055. Honey Run Quilters; Chico. Offers a variety of year-round sewing classes, including quilting & garment construction. Ages 8 & up. www.cathyssewandvac.com. 2418 Cohassett Rd. (530) 342-5464. Hook & Needlers Circle; Paradise. Those who love to knit & crochet are invited to bring projects to work in a fun group setting. Thursdays at 12pm. All ages. Free. Held at the Paradise Library. 5922 Clark Rd. (530) 872-6320.

Hokema’s Sewing Center; Redding. Yearround sewing classes & summer program for all skill levels. Ages 8 & up. Class sewing machines provided, participants bring their own material & notions. 2736 Bechelli Lane. (530) 223-1970.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Sewing Classes; McCloud. Popular free class sessions teach hand & machine sewing skills. Summer sewing camps for ages 6-14. McCloud Community Resource Center, 304 W. Minnesota Ave. (530) 964-3250. Knit Nights; Mt. Shasta. Knitters & crocheters of all levels are welcome to bring projects to work on (all needle arts welcome). It's an opportunity to gather, inspire & share ideas. Meets monthly. Ages 16+. Free. Snow Creek Studios, 416 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-3000.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Stitch by Stitch; Red Bluff. Offers quilting, sewing & other needle arts classes for all ages. Child & teen classes teach the basics of sewing. Machines & tools provided. www.stitchbystitchclasses.com. 614 Main St. (530) 200-3110.

THEATER COMPANIES & THEATER GROUPS FOR YOUTH

Participation in theater arts builds selfconfidence & encourages personal development. Below find theater companies & groups that work with youth. Also contact local schools & college theater departments for more opportunities to participate. For a list of North State performance theater venues see Theaters: Performing Arts in the General Recreation & Parks section. more opportunities to participate.

BUTTE COUNTY

Birdcage Theatre; ; Oroville. Training & education for both young people & adults in the performing arts. www.birdcagetheatre.org. 1740 Bird St. (530) 533-BIRD. Blue Room Young Company; Chico. Blue Room Theatre’s educational youth program for ages 3-18 is dedicated to providing children & teens the opportunity to experience performing arts through classes, workshops, camps & public productions. Scholarships available. www.blueroomtheatre.com. 139 W. First St. (530) 895-3749. Chico Theater Company; Chico. Dedicated to producing quality youth theater for ages 4-18, using the performing arts to inspire, educate & entertain audiences of all ages. Offers theatrical experiences that

Live, Love

are culturally, generationally & socially diverse. www.chicotheatercompany.com. 166-F Eaton Rd. (530) 894-3282. StageCoach Youth Theater; Paradise. Students ages 6-16 explore the creative process in a theatre arts program offered by Theatre on the Ridge, the oldest CA community theater north of Sacramento. Program offers basic & advanced classes that build skills in acting, music & dance while promoting self-expression & collaboration. www.totr.org. 3735 Neal Rd. (530) 877-5760.

SHASTA COUNTY

Harris Studios; Redding. Offers quality theater instruction for all ages & abilities. Experiences in music, arts & culture include acting, dance, music, scriptwriting, singing, recording & more. www.harris-studios. com. 1852 Buenaventura Blvd. (530) 515-7151. Kids Unlimited; Redding. Ages 7-18. Develops dignity, character & a sense of belonging in young people through the performing arts of music, dance, drama & professional-level performances. www.kuia.org. (530) 710-9767. Raven & the Unicorn Children’s Performing Arts Center; Redding. Ground-breaking is planned for 2016. This spectacular theater will offer child-centered performing arts classes, workshops, shows & performance & educational opportunities. www. ravenandtheunicorn.org. 959 Inspiration Place. (530) 515-1057 or (530) 275-0700. Redding Theatre Company; Redding. Provides acting, voice & dance classes for children, teens & adults at The Redding Arts Project. Offers opportunities for singers, dancers & actors to perform in family musicals (casting age depends on production). www.rcmtc.org. 1726 Market St. (530) 245-1019. The Redding Arts Project; Redding. Offers children & adults performing arts education in theater & dance. Home to the Redding Theatre Company & Redding City Ballet. Talents flourish in an atmosphere of artistic expression & collaboration. www.thereddingartsproject.com. 1726 Market St. (530) 245-1019.

SOUTHERN SISKIYOU COUNTY

Theatrical Arts in the Schools Initiative; Siskiyou County. The New Frontier Theatre Company provides artistic opportunities for grades K-12 in Siskiyou County schools. Can enhance existing theater arts programs, or assist in creating one, by providing classes, coaching, show production & more. Also offers assembly programs featuring a prominent historical character. www.newfrontiertheatrecompany.com. (530) 232-5431.

Play MUSIC!

Since 1981

SHASTA COUNTY

Chilton’s Quilting and Sewing Studio; Shasta Lake. Offers quilting & sewing classes for all ages, in small groups or one-on-one. Specializes in classes for homeschoolers. www.chiltonsquilting.com. Contact by email: chiltonsquilting@gmail.com. Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

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VISUAL ARTS INSTRUCTION FOR CHILDREN & TEENS

"Painting is just another way of keeping a diary." ~Pablo Picasso Also check with your local arts council to find out about arts programs for youth - see Arts Councils & Commissions in this section. For summer art camps & programs see the Summer Camps & Programs section.

BUTTE COUNTY

Art in The Park; Chico. Art instruction for children ages 3+ during the Plaza’s summertime Friday Night Concerts. Children create a variety of fun art projects. Sponsored by Chico Art Center & the City of Chico. Fridays, 7-8:30pm, JuneAug. Free. Chico City Plaza. 500 Main St., between 4th & 5th Sts. (530) 895-8726. Chico Art Center; Chico. Weekly art classes for children are offered year-round. Students learn the basics of drawing & painting using different mediums, with

YourArt Studio After School & Home School programs. Birthday parties, School Holiday & Summer Camps.

“Every Child is an Artist” - Pablo Picasso

660 Azalea Ave., Ste. B Redding • (530) 605-0430 www.yourartclub.org

ALL FIRED UP The Exclusive Paint It Yourself Ceramic And Art Studio

Birthd ay Parties ! Make A Forever Keepsake Art Lessons • Mosaics • Field Trips Birthday Parties • Walk In’s Welcome! A Creative Family Activity

1818 Churn Creek Rd., Redding (530) 226-1638 • ReddingAllFiredUp.com www.northstateparent.com • 2015/2016

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THE ARTS

Shasta Studios School Of Theatrical Dance

Home Of Mt. Shasta Children’s Theatre REGISTER NOW! New classes starting Aug 31st in tap, ballet, musical theater, hip hop and broadway jazz for students ages 3-Adult.

530-235-6222 • shastastudios.net

an emphasis on fun. 450 Orange St. Ste. 6. www.chicoartcenter.com. (530) 895-8726. Chico Art School & Gallery; Chico. Art instructor Janet Lombardi Blixt offers classes year-round for ages 7-adult. Children’s classes teach the basics of drawing & painting, with an emphasis on fun. Art birthday parties available. Children’s art camps offered in summer. www.chicoartschool.com. 336 Broadway St. Ste. 20. (530) 570-3895.

SHASTA COUNTY

Helping talent in the North State get discovered since 2003!

Come Join our Dance Family! A CLASS TO FIT EVERY NEED!

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All Fired Up; Redding. Offers a wide variety of projects for hands-on fun with painting your own clay masterpiece. Art classes for kids during the school year: watercolor, charcoal, 3-D art, Chinese brush art, mosaics & more; includes art history. Art parties. Custom paint line. www.reddingallfiredup.com. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530) 226-1638. Blue Giraffe Studio; Redding. Children ages 5-12 learn the elements of art & build fundamental skills in a creative & fun environment. Classes emphasize confidence & the understanding there are no mistakes in art! Drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking, collage & 3-D projects expose students to past & contemporary art, & encourage critical thinking & problem solving skills. 4287 Spicewood Dr. (530) 776-5788. Queen Bee Studio; Redding. Offers popular classes & camps for children & teens, taught by a skilled art instructor. Students have a fun & creative time while exploring

a variety of styles & mediums. Ages 5 & up. 8367 Placer Rd. (530) 921-0680. YourArt Studio; Redding. Fun art lessons designed for different age groups. Classes include parent-tots (18mos-3yrs), preschool (3–4.5yrs), homeschool & after-school classes for grades K-8. Older students learn art history & vocabulary as well as style & technique. Offers camps & parties too. www.yourartclub.org. 660 Azalea Ave. Ste. B. (530) 605-0430.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

A Melo Place Craft-Supply Shop & Studio; Mt. Shasta. Create custom art projects & learn new skills. Offers artist-facilitated workshops & classes for varied ages in craft-making, painting, basketry, jewelry, candle-making, card-making & more. Wheelchair accessible. www.ameloplace. com. 417 Chestnut St. (530) 859-1296. Bella Art Works & Ice Cream Parlor; Yreka. Offers glass-fusing classes & ceramics painting (glaze your own premade ceramic pieces). Great for kids’ parties or girls' nights out. Ice cream parlor on site. www.facebook.com/ BellaArtWorksGlassStudio.117 W. Miner St. (530) 842-5411. Clay Dance Studio; Mt. Shasta. Offers pottery classes for all ages, including children, teens, & child & parent together. Afterschool classes, summer camps & art parties. www.claydancestudio.com. (530) 220-4356. Painting & Drawing Classes With Aleksander Balos; Mt. Shasta. Learn drawing & painting using an atelier method, from old masters to contemporary techniques. www. snowcreekstudios.com. Classes for all ages (mature children) at Snow Creek Studios, 416 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-3000.

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Green Room Community Art Studio; Red Bluff. Offers ongoing creative classes & workshops for youth & families, including “Zentangle,” wheel-thrown pottery classes, polymer clay workshops, & open art studio times for ages preK-1st grade. Watch for special events like calligraphy, fairy-house making, & fly-tying (taught by a teen). Annual spring youth art contest, children’s holiday craft-making, & fun summer kickoff events. www.greenroomredbluff.org. 331 Oak St. Contact by email: contact@ tehamaarts.org. Red Bluff Art Gallery. Offers open-session multi-discipline art classes for all ages & skill levels that include time to work on personal projects. Taught by UC Davis studio art graduate Anastasia Nelson with the assistance of world-class instructors. Current students range in age from 3 to 92, all working together! 601 Walnut St. (530) 529-1332.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH & TEENS

Volunteering is a great way to gain experience & skills, help your community, and to make a difference in the world. Below are just a few of the many volunteering opportunities available for North State youth & teens. Also search Volunteer Match online for opportunities: www.volunteermatch.org.

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We Day. Empowers young global citizens through an inspirational event & a yearlong educational initiative called We Act. Offers curricular resources, campaigns & materials to help turn the day’s inspiration into sustained activation. www. weday.org. California office: (650) 353-4686.

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Animal Shelters & Rescues. Help give animals a better life experience. Opportunities can include wildlife rehabilitation, helping to socialize potential pets, directing & educating visitors, create a fundraiser… or muck out stalls & take care of tack. Some rescues hold volunteer work days, some offer specific programs for youth. You can also foster young & special needs animals. See the Animals section for shelters and rescues information. Binky Patrol. This all-volunteer national organization makes & distributes homemade blankets (“binkies”) to children born with severe medical issues & children who have been abused or traumatized. Volunteers range from school groups to Scout troops to families & individuals. Anyone who loves to sew, knit or crochet can help create binkies, or can help gather materials to make them. Binkies are made for ages 0-18, & can be sewn, knitted, crocheted or quilted. www.binkypatrol.org. (503) 214-8346. Guide Dogs for the Blind Community Volunteer Program. Offers individuals ages 16+ the opportunity to represent the Guide Dogs organization locally. Support the program by raising a puppy, let people know about the program, or travel to volunteer on the main campus in San Rafael. Campus tours available to learn more about the organization. www.guidedogs.com. (800) 295-4050. Libraries. Redding & Red Bluff Libraries have teen advisory opportunities, & many libraries have youth & teen volunteer programs. See the Literacy section for library contact information. Museums. Volunteering at a museum gives you the opportunity to learn new things & to share information with museum visitors. From history to science, many museums offer volunteer opportunities for youth & teens. See section Museums & Historical Sites to find local museums that can likely use your help! Pay It Forward Foundation. Youth can help change the world. Students can work with teachers at their local schools to develop

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Pay It Forward assignments. Established by Catherine Ryan Hyde, author of the novel, Pay It Forward, the foundation can provide supportive education materials & seed money to those who qualify. Pay it Forward Day happens annually each April. www.payitforwardfoundation.org. Project Linus. The gifts of new, handmade blankets & afghans created by volunteer “blanketeers” provides love, security, warmth & comfort to children ages 0-18 who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need. A rewarding & fun service opportunity for individuals & community groups. www.projectlinus.org. (309) 585-0686.

days, rafting, rock-climbing & camping. In winter: help participants experience the fun of snow sports. The enthusiastic crew make volunteering with SDS a rewarding & fun experience for any age. www.shastadsusa.org. (530) 925-1531.

learn computer programs for fun. Offers photo/video editing, art, music & animation software, 3D printer, video cameras, & a green screen. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7250.

TEHAMA COUNTY

YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS, CLUBS & GROUPS

COUNTY-SPECIFIC VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

FosterClub; Online. Geared for youth, offers a hub of information relating to foster care. Includes articles written by young people, foster care questions & answers, message boards, contests, & even biographies of famous people who grew up in foster care. It’s youth-friendly, interactive & available 24/7. www.FosterClub.com.

Look for similar programs in your county if not listed here. If you know of a great volunteer program to include, email your suggestion to familyresources@ northstateparent.com.

BUTTE COUNTY

Boys & Girls Club of the North Valley; Butte Co. Offers opportunities for youth & teens to be involved as volunteers with a fantastic organization. Learn leadership skills, help the community. www.bgnv.org. Chico: (530) 899-0335; Paradise: (530) 872-3662; Oroville: (530) 533-3067.

SHASTA COUNTY

Genocide No More-Save Darfur; Redding. Long-standing advocacy group sponsors educational programs to raise awareness about genocide in Darfur, & raises funds for humanitarian organizations providing relief for displaced families & individuals. Child & teen participation welcome, including school & youth groups. www.reddingumc.org/ index.php/darfur. (530) 229-3661. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Teen Volunteer Program; Redding. Turtle Bay offers teens opportunities to develop skills & knowledge through interactions with visitors & handson experiences. Teens learn about natural science, art, history, forestry, botany & sustainability. For grades 7-12. www.turtlebay.org. (530) 242-3112. Youth/Peer Court; Redding. The program has over 100 student volunteers & 60+ adult volunteers annually. Youth ages 12-18 from Shasta county schools may volunteer as peer jurors & attorneys in Youth/Peer Court where offenders cases are heard & sentenced. Upon successful sentence completion (without reoffending while in the program), the offense record is cleared. Provides a way for first-time juvenile offenders to be diverted from the traditional juvenile justice system into a restorative justice program. Contact the Youth Violence Prevention Council for information: www.yvpc.org. (530) 244-7194.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Save the Rain. Every 15 seconds a child dies from lack of clean water; Save the Rain’s goal is to stop these needless deaths. Educates people in water-starved areas to harvest, store, clean & use rain as a sustainable water supply. Offers volunteer opportunities. www.savetherain.org. Mt. Shasta office: (530) 926-9999. Shasta Disabled Sports USA; Mt. Shasta. Help provide individuals of all ages & disabilities assistance needed to enjoy fun outdoor activities. In summer: lake

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Tehama County Mentoring Program; Red Bluff. Has a peer mentoring program for youth. www.tehamamentoring.org. (530) 528-7358.

YOUTH & TEEN CENTERS

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6th Street Center for Youth; Chico. Offers services for homeless youth ages 14-24. Assistance ranges from help with basic needs (i.e., shower, laundry facilities, a hot meal, clothing, a haircut), to intensive case management & counseling, to educational, employment & life skills support, to helping with family reunification/relocation. www.6thstreetcenter.org. 130 W. 6th. St. (530) 894-8008. Boys & Girls Clubs of the North Valley. Three Butte Co. teen centers offer sports tournaments, organized team leagues, arts & crafts, photography, cooking classes, community service opportunities, leadership programs, homework help, education & career development & more. Computer labs on site. Leadership positions available for motivated teens. Membership is $20/year. www.bgcnv.org. Main office: 601 Wall St., Chico. (530) 899-0335. Chico Ostrander Clubhouse: Grades 1-6. 601 Wall St. (530) 899-0335. Chico Teen Center “The Club": Ages Jr. & Sr. High. 628 Wall St. (530) 899-0335. Oroville Teen Center: Ages 12-18. Southside Oroville Community Center, 2959 Lower Wyandotte Rd. (530) 533-3067. Paradise/Magalia Teen Center “The Club”: 6241 Skyway. (530) 872-3662. The Axiom Youth Center; Oroville. A place where youth can find academic, emotional, physical & spiritual help through the outstanding volunteer efforts of the Oroville community. Helps students realize & utilize untapped potential. Open weekdays for grades 6-12. Free programs. Game room includes billiards, air hockey, foosball & video games. www.theaxiom.org. 2130 Montgomery St. (530) 533-8010.

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Anderson Teen Center; Anderson. A place to hang out, develop leadership skills, & get involved in the community. Teens enjoy activities like cooking, creative arts, computers, homework help, indoor & outdoor games (basketball, pool, foosball, air hockey), movies & much more. www.facebook.com/AndersonTeenCenter. 2889 E Center St. (530) 365-9021. Teen Tech Center; Redding Library. Open at designated times by appointment for students to work on school projects or just

Be sure to check North State Parent magazine’s monthly events calendar to find out about great activities for youth and teens! For horse-related groups, see section Animals: Equine.

MULTIPLE COUNTIES

4-H Million Trees Project / Trees for the 3rd Grade. Teen Laura Webber founded 4HMT to inspire 4-H youth to plant 1 million trees to slow global climate change. She has enlisted 150,254 members to date, with over 1,007,996 trees planted. Trees for the 3rd Grade is a national service-learning project to teach ERTHNXT’s age-appropriate Trees for the 21st Century curriculum to approximately 3.1 million U.S. third graders annually. www.4hmilliontrees.org. 4-H Youth Development Program. National program for youth ages 5-19. Opportunities to build confidence, learn responsibility, make friends, share interests, develop life-long skills, & make a difference in the community. Activities & projects range from building robots to raising rabbits, from designing web pages to landscape design, to hiking, interior design, astronomy, dance & much more. www.ca4h.org. Butte County: (530) 538-7201. Glenn County: (530) 865-1100 Shasta County: (530) 224-4900. Siskiyou County: (530) 842-2711. Tehama County: (530) 527-3101. Boy Scouts of America. Provides boys & young men an opportunity to try new things, serve others, & build self-confidence, character & citizenship. Ages 7-17: Cub Scouts (ages 7-10); Boy Scouts (ages 11-17); Venturing program (ages 14-20). www.scouting.org. Butte, Glenn, Shasta & Tehama Counties contact Golden Empire Council, www.gec-bsa.org; (800) 427-1417. Siskiyou County contact Crater Lake Council, www.craterlakecouncil.org; (800) 888-1273. NorCal Scout Shop: 1311 Mangrove Ave. Ste. A, Chico; (530) 895-0638. Frontier Girls Clubs. National program for girls grades pre-K-12. Participants work on projects that include art, technology, home, health & fitness, the outdoors, agriculture, community service & more. Participates can earn over 1,200 badges. Instills values of loyalty, faith & innovation. Headquarters based in Cottonwood, CA. www.frontiergirlsclubs.com. (530) 524-8799. Girl Scouts of Northern California. Girl-driven program for ages 5-17yrs. Builds leadership skills, courage, confidence & character though discovering, connecting & taking action. www.girlscoutsnorcal.org. 800-447-4475. Butte County: (530) 343-1904. Glenn County: (530) 528-8655. Shasta & Siskiyou Counties: (530) 221-6180. Tehama County: (530) 528-8655. www.northstateparent.com • 2015/2016

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North State Symphony Youth Performances; Chico & Redding. Look for special performances of North State Symphony geared especially for young children. Typically scheduled in January. www. northstatesymphony.org. (530) 898-5984. One Circle Foundation. Structured support groups for children, teens & adults. Circles are held in an emotionally safe environment. Counteracts negative social & interpersonal forces & fosters personal & collective strengths & positive connections. Includes Girls Circles & The Council for Boys & Young Men. Find out about local programs: www. onecirclefoundation.org. (415) 419-5119. Rainbow Girls. International organization giving young women ages 8-20 a rainbow of opportunities. Promotes leadership, encourages service, builds character, develops friendships - all while having fun. National: www.gorainbow.org. California Grand Assembly: www.caiorg.org; (559) 226-0738. Chico-Paradise: (530) 624 9795. Redding: (530) 223 6478.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of the North Valley. Enhances the development of boys & girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness & belonging. Wide variety of activities & programs provide a positive place to learn & grow while having fun. www.bgcanorthvalley.org. Main office at 601 Wall St., Chico. (530) 899-0335. Chico Ostrander Clubhouse (Grades 1-6): 601 Wall St. (530) 899-0335.

YOUTH & TEEN Chico Teen Center (Jr. High-High School): 628 Wall St. (530) 899-0335. Oroville Teen Center (Jr. High-High School): 2959 Lower Wyandotte Rd. (530) 533-3067. Paradise Teen Center (Jr. High-High School): 6241 Skyway. (530) 872-3662. Girls on the Run®; Butte County. A nationwide life-changing character development program for girls in grades 3-8. Inspires girls to be joyful, healthy & confident. Follows a curriculum that creatively integrates running to teach life skills & a lifelong appreciation for health & fitness. www.gotrbuttecounty.org. (530) 636-0786. Play Chess with Teen Volunteers; Chico. Learn to play chess & improve your game. For youth up to ages 17. Teen volunteers coach. Tuesdays 3:30-5pm during the school year; summer sessions depend on volunteer availability. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2726. Youth Entrepreneur Program (YEP); Chico. Offers programs that help young adults ages 18-27 turn their entrepreneurial ideas & dreams into reality. A program of the Butte College Small Business Development Center. www.bcsbdc.org. (530) 895-9017.

SHASTA COUNTY

Child & Teen Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children & teens grieving any death loss. Closed groups, no-cost; pre-reg required. Groups run in five-week series on an as-needed basis. www.reddingmercy.org. (530) 245-4070.

Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley; serving Shasta & Tehama Counties. See Tehama Co. listing below. King’s Brotherhood Boys Club; Redding. Weekly club for boys ages 9-15. Promotes positive attitude, healthy mind & body, & builds leadership & teamwork skills as well as self-worth. Activities include sports, computer lab, snacks & much more. Free. Martin Luther King Jr., Multicultural Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530) 225-4375. Positively Girls Club!; Redding. Girls ages 9-15 make new friends, learn new things, & grow positively. Weekly club offers a supporting environment for girls to get to know each other & their community through talking, fun activities & field trips. Free. Martin Luther King Jr., Multicultural Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530) 225-4375. Sibshops; Redding. Offers peer support & education to siblings of children with special health, mental health & developmental needs. Siblings have fun, socialize & share coping strategies. Meets monthly (typically Sat or Sun). www.rfnc.org. Rowell Family Empowerment, 962 Maraglia St. (530) 226-5129. Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Teens are invited to join the Redding Library Teen Advisory Board. Members help choose books, & give their input for fun activities & library policies that affect teens. Meets twice monthly year-round. Free, application required. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530) 245-7253.

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Teen Nights; Redding. Year-round. Teens in 7th grade & up enjoy live music, movie nights, computer lab, free food, sports, games, tutoring & more. Teen Night is a great place to meet new friends, hang out & relax! Free. Martin Luther King Jr., Multicultural Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530) 225-4375. Youth Entrepreneurship Program; Redding. Offers business assistance, workshops & events that encourage youth entrepreneurship. Geared for ages 14-27. Shasta College Business & Entrepreneurship Center, 1420 Butte St. (530) 225-2770.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Children’s Book Club; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 9 & up discuss a book the group is reading, & enjoy related activities including creating art & writing. After-school club happens during the school year. Free. Mt. Shasta Library, 515 East Alma St. (530) 926-2031.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley; serving Shasta & Tehama Counties. For girls ages 6-18. Offers workshops, groups & camps that inspire girls to be strong, smart & bold. Research-based educational curriculum, resources & support. Works with community leaders & advocates. www.girlsincnsv.org. 1890 Park Marina Dr. Ste. 219, Redding. (530) 527-7767.

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