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CONTENTS 6 Be the Change Paul Hendricks – Climbing the Walls for Healthy Family Fun By Jenna Christophersen 7 Ultimate Trail Magic: Hike It Baby By Deborah Peel 9 Localicious A Meal for Mom Made Expressly by Dad & Kids By Erin Bianchi

11 How Motherhood Made Me Appreciate My Mom By Sarah Lyons 12 Annual Summer Camps, Classes & Learning Guide 24 Create a Healthy Family from the Top Down Patricia L. Shaw, LMFT 26 Paradise Chocolate Festival – A Sweet Reunion For Paradise Jenna Christophersen

28 This is Tehama The Mothers and Daughters of Bud’s Jolly Kone By Kate Hiller 30 Uniquely Us Not Your Garden Variety Theater: A Summer Program for Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum By Jennifer Arnold 31 Childcare & Preschool Directory 32 Going Places Family Events Calendar

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be the change By Jenna Christophersen

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s a native of Red Bluff, CA, Paul Hendricks and his brother Kevin grew up exploring California. “We were fortunate enough to have parents who stressed the importance of travel and spending time with family,” says Paul. “If we had more than two days off, we were going somewhere—hiking, skating, biking, fishing and surfing.” While a business student at California State University, Long Beach, Paul “ate, breathed and slept surfing,” but between waves, he noticed the trend of indoor rock-climbing gyms. He marveled at the unique atmosphere of each gym, and his entrepreneurial spirit began working overtime. In the winter of 2016, the idea of creating his own climbing gym gripped Paul. “The idea pretty much took over my whole body,” he says. “I couldn’t think of anything else. I couldn’t imagine myself working anywhere else.” As if destiny were calling, Mitch Robison, a fellow Long Beach State student from Red Bluff, phoned Paul and asked him if he had ever thought of owning a business. “That’s all I’ve been thinking about,” replied Paul, “and I already have the business picked out.” Mitch, an accounting student, had been bitten by the rock-climbing bug when Paul introduced him to a climbing gym two weeks earlier. He immediately jumped on board. “From that point on,” says Paul “we were not going to take no for an answer. We started getting our ideas together, traveling to different gyms in Southern California, writing down everything we liked and didn’t like, researching what drew people to different gyms and figuring out what our version of a climbing gym looked like.” The duo settled on Chico as the perfect site for their gym and began finding investors, a process made easier by Paul’s “110% confidence” in the plan. In April 2018, Paul and Mitch opened the doors of Terrain Park Climbing Center at the edge of downtown Chico. Paul’s brother Kevin helped with the initial liftoff of the business. Kevin identifies “building a family atmosphere and community around the sport and lifestyle of climbing” as one of Paul’s main goals when starting the gym. Paul describes the gym as “a huge opportunity for families because a 45-year-old dad has just as much fun as the 5-year-old son. You can be an adult and still have the same feeling on the top of a wall as a young child. It’s super cool for parents and kids to share that excitement and sense of accomplishment.” In addition to the rock-climbing walls, Paul and Mitch designed Terrain Park with an upstairs lounge for board games, foosball, spikeball, ping pong and a TV.

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Paul wanted to create space for people of all ages to enjoy community for hours on end. “All of the games are meant to be interactive,” he explains. “We built the gym, but what makes the gym are the people who come here day after day.” People do come to Terrain Park day after day, and not just because they enjoy climbing. “Paul is a huge part of what makes Terrain Park such a welcoming and positive environment,” says Mitch. “He really strives to make every one of our customers feel at home and part of our family.” Paul believes in the power of little gestures—a smile, a friendly hello—to build community. He says “it doesn’t take a lot of effort to brighten someone’s day.” As Mitch says, “Paul recently became a dog dad to two little pups.” When Paul isn’t climbing the walls at work, he loves traveling and being outdoors with Bivy, a Yorkie dachshund, and Dune, a Pomeranian poodle. Paul is also an avid BMX and mountain biker, still enjoys surfing, tennis and swimming. He recently completed his first outdoor V6, a challenging daylong rock-climbing venture, which Mitch describes as “a hefty and beastly accomplishment.” “For a lot of us,” says Kevin, “our personal goals and passions are something we tend to be selfish with. Paul’s goals are not just on climbing, but also on creating friendships around an active and healthy lifestyle. He has sacrificed a lot to bring the joy he finds through climbing into other people’s lives.” Ó Jenna Christophersen is a Chico native who loves to write, especially when it means promoting the positive changes people in the North State make for kids and families.

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

for health By Deborah Peel

Ultimate Trail Magic:

HIKE IT BABY “The mountains are calling and I must go.” – John Muir

hether you put boot to dirt or follow the pavement for some urban hiking, answering the call of the trail with your baby is not only do-able, it’s a bit of trail magic for your mind, body and baby. Across America and as far away as Japan, hiking mamas and their families are exploring the trail for fun, friendship and wellness. They’re finding each other and taking parenting outside through Hike It Baby, an organization that is equal parts hiking and building community. The Hike It Baby concept came to mother and avid hiker Shanti Hodges after a group of new moms joined her and son Mason on the Lower Macleay Trail in Portland, OR. That group mushroomed to 50 mamas, and Shanti suddenly had a movement afoot. She says, “I realized my experience on the trail was something I could share with others. When I saw how grateful new par-

ents were to have someone ‘hold their hand’ in getting out there, I knew I had to be a leader.” In 2013, Shanti launched Hike It Baby, a non-profit with a mission to connect families with babies and young children to the outdoors and each other. She created the user-friendly hikeitbaby.com website and added facebook.com/hikeitbaby to start building hiker communities worldwide. By 2018, Shanti’s initial thought of “Wouldn’t it be cool if families could find each other around Portland and go hiking together?” manifested over 20,000 hikes in 250 cities. Hike It Baby supports the skills and interests of hikers from novice to experienced, prioritizing the safety and comfort of babies and children while families get a dose of nature. Hikeitbaby.com is an adventure hub providing Trails Near You, Hikes Near You, and a free Family Trail Guide.

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Once you locate your nearest Hike it Baby branch, you can join events such as urban strolls, toddler crawls or family trail hikes. An optional $10 per year Hike It Baby membership gives you access to more features like Suggest a Hike and helps keep the organization and website running. Hiking mamas appreciate being part of a hiking community and enjoy the mental and physical positives of hiking. Getting active can boost your mood, calm anxiety and reduce the risk of depression. Hiking provides an excellent cardio workout while strengthening the core, improving blood pressure, lowering the risk of heart disease and helping to control weight. With a content youngster marveling at the sights, sounds and smells of the world or napping in the carrier on your back (or front), hiking is good for you and good for your baby. 8

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Ultimate Trail Magic: Hike It Baby Hike It Baby branches in Shasta, and Butte Counties lead excursions in majestic Northern California. The Shasta branch typically hosts weekly events from stroller park and plays to trail hikes. The Butte branch hosts four to five hikes a month, including a weekend family hike and a monthly “story-venture.” The May 27th story-venture will feature “Picasso: The Green Tree Frog” and a nature rainbow collage craft. Katie Fox of Chico, CA encountered a Hike It Baby group when vacationing in Oregon with husband Doug and sons Rory, 4, and Malcolm, 1. While out for a walk, they were welcomed into the Rogue Valley group, prompting Katie to look for a local group when she returned home. Finding none, she teamed up with Jennifer Brock and the two became co-ambassadors of Butte County Hike It Baby. “I started with easy paved hikes that were good for a stroller and a child’s balance bike,” says Katie. “Now, we’re out on the trail. I think my favorite hike is the Chico Canyon trail in upper Bidwell Park. It’s a wide, kid-friendly path with a rock wall separating the trail from the creek. There’s a lot of wildlife to observe, including deer, quail and fish in the creek.” She’s tickled to add, “One of Malcolm’s first words was ‘walk!’” Katie reveals, “Being able to get myself outside has helped me be less stressed. Hike It Baby provides a social connection for women. Walking or hiking together gives us a chance to talk about our children, our challenges and forge meaningful friendships.” Shanti Hodges’s 2018 book Hike It Baby:100 Awesome Adventures with Babies and Toddlers offers more guidance to parents seeking safe and age-appropriate trail options. Shanti says, “The truth is hiking with young children is different than just hiking. Things like distance, elevation, steep drop-offs, boulders to climb over when you have a baby on your back, and poorly marked trails are very real when it comes to getting out on the trail.” People can’t help smiling at babies in nature. Just like trail angels leaving special treats, water and other trail magic for thru-hikers, Hike It Baby is sharing ultimate trail magic by bringing babies to the trail. Katie says when her group encounters other hikers, “They’re surprised to see us out there with our kids, and we get a lot of ‘Good jobs!’” Do you hear the trail calling? Take a hike with a pack full of magic – your baby! Ó Deborah Peel is a writer, content marketer, and mom to three incredible grown children. She’s a lover of tall trees, isolated mountain tops, and the peace and clarity found on the hiking trail. She invites hikers and walkers of all abilities to join her this August in the 2nd Annual Hike for Harvey, honoring her father and all those we have loved and lost to Alzheimer’s disease. Her philosophy is hike your own hike, wherever you are, wherever you can! Contact Deb at mtnmama3000@outlook.com.

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localicious By Erin Bianchi

Localicious

A Meal for Mom Made Expressly by Dad & Kids

s a mama I can tell you that I often think about spending a little time to myself, second to that fantasy is having someone prepare food for me. The world of motherhood is filled with children in constant proximity and the never-ending cycle of feeding all these darling little ones. This May let’s celebrate the mom in your life by giving her a break, and imaginably some leisure time while someone else prepares food for her. Maybe your family will enjoy this kitchen takeover so much that it becomes a weekly tradition, not just a Mother’s Day special. The following is for all the partners, dads and kids who would love to show mom some gratitude through food. We’re going with a sandwich theme because even the youngest can assemble ingredients. Specifically, the theme is grilled cheese. If stovetop cheese melting is not practical, a toaster for the bread and a microwave to melt the cheese will work just fine. A good meal begins with quality ingredients. Take the time to seek out a local bread like Nathan’s Artisan Sourdough. Nathan Maupin is a sourdough bread baker from Fall River Mills who spends his week using quality organic ingredients to slow-bake loaves. Each batch of bread takes three and a half days from start to finish. Nathan uses a variety of grains including ancient grains einkorn and spelt that he mills himself. You can find his sourdough in Redding at Country Organics, Orchard Nutrition, R and R Meats, Kent’s Meats and the Gather Marketplace, or Tin House Antiques in Fall River as well as farmers markets throughout the North State. We are looking forward to his Redding-based bakery opening at the end of summer!

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Classic Grilled Cheese

Makes one sandwich • 1 tablespoon salted butter • 2 slices cheddar, Monterey Jack, or swiss cheese • 2 slices Nathan’s Artisan Sourdough bread or bread of your choice Heat the salted butter in a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Place sandwich in skillet and cook three to five minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and cut along the diagonal.

Avocado & Pesto Grilled Cheese

Makes one sandwich • 1 tablespoon salted butter • 2 tablespoons basil pesto • ¼ avocado, thinly sliced • ⅛ cup shredded mozzarella cheese • ⅛ cup shredded slice cheddar cheese • 2 slices of Nathan’s Artisan Sourdough bread or bread of your choice Spread pesto evenly over one side of each slice of bread. Combine the cheeses and sprinkle half over one slice and place avocado on top. Sprinkle remaining cheese over avocado slices and top with the second slice of bread, pesto side in. Cook sandwich with instructions from Classic Grilled Cheese.

Apple and Ham Grilled Cheese

Makes one sandwich • 1 tablespoon salted butter • 4 slices cheddar, Monterey Jack, or swiss cheese • 2 slices ham • ¼ thinly sliced apple • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard • 2 slices of Nathan’s Artisan Sourdough bread or bread of your choice Spread Dijon on one bread slice and place cheese slices followed by ham. Place apple slices evenly over ham, cover with remaining cheese and another slice of bread. Cook sandwich with instructions from Classic Grilled Cheese. Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

Caprese Grilled Cheese

Makes one sandwich • 1 tablespoon salted butter • 4 slices mozzarella cheese • 3 large basil leaves • 3 slices tomato • 2 teaspoon olive oil • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper • 2 slices of Nathan’s Artisan Sourdough bread or bread of your choice Place two cheese slices, basil and tomatoes on one slice of bread. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with pepper. Place remaining mozzarella and the other slice of bread on top. Cook sandwich with instructions from Classic Grilled Cheese.

Turkey with Cranberry Sauce Grilled Cheese

Makes one sandwich • 1 tablespoon salted butter • 3 slices turkey • 2 tablespoon cranberry sauce • 4 slices cheddar, Monterey Jack, or swiss cheese • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper • 2 slices of Nathan’s Artisan Sourdough bread or bread of your choice Place cheese slices on one slice of bread and top with turkey. Spread cranberry sauce over turkey and sprinkle with pepper. Place remaining cheese and bread on top. Cook sandwich with instructions from Classic Grilled Cheese. Ó Erin Bianchi is a Registered Dietitian with a focus on real food. She does her best to source local, seasonal ingredients and get everyone to the dinner table to enjoy them together. She and her husband have two daughters and live on a small walnut orchard in Northern California. You can follow their food and adventures on Instagram @thefarmerandthecook. www.northstateparent.com • May 2019

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How Motherhood Made Me Appreciate My Mom

hen I look back at each important moment in my life—the day I learned to drive, my graduation, my wedding, the birth of my first child—my mother is always standing in the background smiling and cheering me on. More importantly, she was part of the other not-so-monumental moments in my life like when I got stung by a bee, when the kids teased me, and when I cried my way through my first broken heart. My mom has always been there to support me through all the moments, big and small. Now that I have been a mother for a dozen years, I appreciate my mom so much more for the things she has done with little or no recognition. I now realize the sacrifices she made and the monumental effort she put in. Here are just a few reasons why I appreciate my mom a whole lot more since becoming a mom.

For maintaining Mother’s work is never done, and it is a thankless job. Taking even one day off means more work for days to come. Moms pick up the same toys, wash the same dishes and do the same laundry over and over again. Not only do moms maintain the housework but they also hold a mental inventory of all items in the home. Most moms can pinpoint the location of the baby’s favorite stuffed animal, the toddler’s missing shoe, the library books, the stapler and any other random item a family member may request at any given time. I appreciate the example of steadfastness that my mom gave me for maintaining our home. For managing As moms, we often feel like we live in our minivans. Moms don’t just transport kids from one activity to the next. They also maintain the family calendar, make appointments and make sure everyone is in the right place at the right time with the right gear: musical instrument, snacks, sports equipment, sunscreen, backpack and the list goes on. Juggling school and activities is a full-time job that most moms manage with ease. I appreciate my mom for being the social planner, taxi driver and personal assistant to our whole family as we grew up. For enduring The first time I dropped my son off with a babysitter and watched him cry and reach for me in the window my heart broke. As moms, we endure heartache often as we watch our children learn and grow, succeed

Mandi Metzger and her daughter, Aurora, spend a lot of time at Capay’s Harvest, a sweet country store and restaurant in Glenn County. Mandi and her business partner, Nicole Kringle, have made the store a community hub where moms and others can connect at a fun country location. Join the fun on May 4th from 8-11am for a breakfast buffet and car show. Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

and fail, and endure illnesses, hurt feelings and disappointment. Our hearts soar when they meet their goals and sink when things don’t work out. Motherhood is a roller coaster of emotions that us moms withstand without complaint. I appreciate my mom for her strong support of me even when she was hurting too.

For the unseen There are things moms do every day that go unnoticed. Moms make sure the football jersey is clean before the next game, check in on a sick kid during the night, drop off a forgotten lunchbox, put the puzzle pieces back where they belong, replace toothbrushes, clean out the pantry, email teachers with concerns, volunteer, cook, shop, and so many little things that keep a family going every day. The little things that don’t seem to matter, that most won’t notice, that no one asks for, moms do just because they want to show their love for their family. I appreciate my mom for all the things she has done that I never thought to thank her for doing. For loving me anyway Moms love their kids through tantrums, potty training, back talk and rebellion. Raising kids is a test of patience, but moms have a way of letting us know that no matter what mistakes we make, they will be there to catch us when we fall. I appreciate my mom for loving me even when I was unlovable. For letting me go When you become a mother, you are the center of your child’s world. You feed them, change them and comfort them. The more they grow, the more independent they become. While this is something to celebrate, it can be heart-wrenching to loosen the grip on a child and trust them to manage life and all its challenges alone. It’s scary and new and feels more like a loss of control than anything else, but as you watch your child take on life’s challenges, it can be a great source of pride as well. I appreciate my mom for letting me go, grow and experience life in my own way. This Mother’s Day, take notice of the hard work the moms in your life do every day. Acknowledge the little things they do, thank them for always being there and hug them tight before you leave. Ó Sarah Lyons is a part-time freelance writer and busy mother of six children, including 3-year-old triplets.

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BUTTE COUNTY American Girl Tea & Dance Camp

(Day Camps) You and your favorite doll are cordially invited to this dance camp exclusively designed around the history of The American Girl Doll. This camp is packed with dancing, tea parties, games, crafts and stories. Final day of camp dancers and dolls will performa dance routine for family and friends. Tea party snacks are provided. Please bring water. Attire: ballet leotard, tights and ballet shoes.

Cal Skate / FunLand

(Day Camps) A fun, heart-healthy, active alternative to the “normal” summer camp! Air-conditioned indoor and fun outdoor activities will include (but are not limited to): skating, mini-golfing, batting, arts & crafts, LEGOs, arcade games, dodgeball, hockey, ping-pong, basketball and more! Camp T-shirt along with morning and afternoon snacks included; lunch options available.

Annual Summer Arts Program

(Day Camps) This 28th annual Summer Arts Program offers great activities and instruction in the arts, with a different emphasis each week: Week 1: Ceramics; Week 2: Drawing; Week 3: Painting; Week 4 Sculpture: Week 5: Textile Arts; Week 6: Art Crafting; Week 7: Theater Arts

Camp Durham-azing

www.durhamrec.com (530)345-9804 Durham Recreation & Park District, 9447 Midway, Durham Ages: Grades K-5 Sessions: June, July & Aug Cost: $20 half-day drop in; $35 full day drop in; $90 full time/3 days; $90 half time/week; $135 full time/week

(Day Camps) Join your friends and your favorite camp staff for a summer of fun. Weekly themed activities include outdoor activities, team building, fun games, crazy crafts, field trips, gym time, bounce house, fun food Fridays and daily trips to the pool. Open from 7:30-6:00 Monday-Friday (closed July 4-5). Half days are 7:30am12:30 or 12:30-6pm

Camp Wild Heart

(Day Camps) Chico’s Premier STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Summer Day Camp. Where kids are free to Learn, Imagine, Explore, Create, Play, Dream and Shine. Campers get to choose from a daily array of engaging, hands-on STEAM activities. Fun, friendship, science, art, nature, adventure, park and creek exploration come together in a fully child-choice environment with respectful, caring adults sharing fun, hands-on activities and projects.

Chico Area Recreation & Park District Camps

(Day Camps) Chico Area Recreation & Park District (CARD) hosts 40+ camps that cover a huge range of interests, including toddler camps, sports, art, skateboard and scooter, BMX, mountain biking, cooking, dance, outdoor adventures, welding, LEGOS, and more. Swim lessons for all ages, family swim time, recreation swim team and more! See the full list and register online.

www.kineticsacademyofdance.com (530)345-2505 627 Broadway St. Suite 100, Chico Ages: 4-8 Sessions: July 22-25, 12:30pm-3:30pm Cost: $129

www.progressiveschoolhouse.com (530)345-5665 The Progressive Schoolhouse, 2400 Notre Dame Blvd., Chico Ages: 5+ Sessions: June 17-Aug 2, M-Th, 9am-2pm Cost: $45/day; $140/week; With individual academic support, 2:30-5pm, $60/day

Anthropology Camp

(Day Camps) Come explore where history and fantasy connect with escape room puzzles, art and science. Discover the timeless fun of faraway worlds! This year’s themes: Bird Nerds of the Jurassic, Viking Voyages, History’s Mysteries, Movies Alive, and Wacky Wednesdays, an optional theme-related dress-up day!

Azad’s Martial Arts Center Summer Camps

(Day Camps) Explore this super fun, exciting, educational and safe alternative to conventional summer camps. The weekly camps offer martial arts training for all levels and abilities, indoor & outdoor activities, hands-on instruction and supervised games and confidence building exercises. Learn fun self-defense and get in a great shape this summer!

www.csuchico.edu/anthmuseum (530)898-5397 Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology, California State University, Chico Ages: 5-11 Sessions: July 8-Aug 1, M-Th, 8:30am-12:30pm Cost: $115

www.AzadsMartialArts.com (530)892-2923 or (530)896-0777 313 Walnut St., Chico Ages: 5-14 Sessions: 6 weekly camps June-July Cost: $120-$165

www.funlandchico.com/ (530) 343-1601 Extreme Fun Camp 2465 Carmichael Dr., Chico Ages: 5-12 Sessions: 5 different weeks in June, July, and August Cost: $140 -$175

(Brought to you by Thrive) www.CampWildHeartChico.com (530)809-4638 Thrive, 1361 Hawthorne Ave, Chico Ages: 4yrs, 9mo-13 Sessions: June 3-Aug 22, M-Th, 9:30am-4:30pm Cost: $990/22 days, $675/15 days, $500/11 days, $140/3 days. Mix and match days through the summer, use virtual punch cards for a flexible schedule and ask how you can receive $400 to $500 credit toward camp (all income levels). Free breakfast and lunch.

www.chicorec.com (530)895-4711 545 Vallombrosa Ave., Chico Ages: 3-17 Sessions: June, July & Aug Cost: Varies; see website

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BUTTE COUNTY Chico Cheer All Stars

(Day Camps) Learn new skills, hone your cheer and tumbling performance, make new friends and have a blast learning how to be an All Star. This athletic cheerleading program is dedicated to provide cheerleaders with current and safe training; and promoting physical activity, healthy lifestyle, teamwork, respect, confidence, and commitment.

www.chicoallstars.com (530)894-2227 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., St. 20, Chico Ages: 7-18 Sessions: July 8-11 Beginners, July 1518 Beginning Tumbling, July 22-25 New Advanced Tumbling Cost: $100 (optional before and after care)

Chico Montessori Summer Camps

(Day Camps) Come join Chico Montessori this summer with 5 educationally-themed sessions. Enjoy outside water games and cool air conditioning indoors while having fun and learning.

Earthbound Skills Camp

(Day Camps) If your children love to be outside and are passionate about nature, this is the camp for them! They will learn naturalist and survival skills and crafts that will deepen their love for our precious environment. All games and activities are hands-on, and all crafts are earth based. Your kids will come home excited, happy, and probably dirty!

www.chicomontessori.com (530)342-5518 Chico Montessori Children’s House, 814 Glenn St., Chico Ages: 2yrs, 9mo (potty trained)-5 Sessions: June 11-Aug 17, M-F, 2 weeks each session Cost: $210-$335 www.earthboundskills.com (530)513-2542 Bidwell Park, Chico, CA Ages: 4 to 12 years Sessions & Costs: Ages 7-12: June 10-14 & July 15-19, 9am-3pm, $225/week; Thursdays 9am-3pm June 19-July 10, $55/day, $195 full session Ages 4-7: June 17-July 9, M & Th, 9am-3pm, $45/day, $175 full session

Explore Summer Camps

(Day Camps) Fun in Butte County with different categories for summer fun. Each camp is focused with a different theme to keep students’ minds active all summer long! Many of our camps offer early drop of/late pick up for your busy work schedule. Space is limited, register now!

FantasyLand Dance Camp

(Day Camps) Unicorns, Mermaids, Fairies, Dragons and more! Hear the stories and become the legends as we immerse ourselves in FantasyLand. This will be a fantastically fun-filled camp for your little ones’ imagination! Dancing, stories, crafts, games, dress-up and a magical snack will make their dreams come true. We’ll put together a final day performance for families. Please bring water. Attire: dance leotard, tights and ballet shoes. You may bring a costume to put on at the end of the day.

Feather River Recreation & Park District Summer Camps

(Day Camps) Join us at Feather River Recreation & Park District’s Splash Into FUN Summer Camp, where campers enjoy weekly themes, enriched activities, organized games and outdoor/indoor play. We offer private swim time M-Th at Nelson Pool, 11am-noon.

(530) 532-3051 Butte County Office of Education Grades K-8 Sessions: June and July Cost: $140 ($5/camp increase after May 31) www.kineticsacademyofdance.com (530)345-2505 627 Broadway St. Suite 100, Chico Ages: 4-8 Sessions: June 24-27 & Aug 5-8, 12:30pm-3:30pm Cost: $129

www.frrpd.com (530)533-2011 FRRPD Activity Center, 1875 Feather River Blvd, Oroville Ages: 5-12 Session: June 10-Aug 13 Cost: $28/day, 2-day minimum

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931 W 5TH ST. CHICO • (530) 809-0796 • TERRAINPARKCLIMBINGCENTER.COM Play games that deepen your connection to nature. Learn and experience naturalist skills, and crafts of nature survival. June 10-14 July 15-19

9:00am-3:00pm Ages 7-12, $225/wk

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Mon/Tue, 9:00am-1:00pm Ages 4-7, $175 or $45/day

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BUTTE COUNTY KidsPark Camp

(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” and more. Sibling rates and extended hours available. Each day is packed full of adventure and fun!

“Own a Horse” Equine Summer Camp

(Day Camps) Explore this exciting, educational and safe ranch environment to learn about horses. The weekly camps offer natural horsemanship training for all levels and abilities, indoor & outdoor activities, hands-on instruction, supervised riding and confidence building exercises with a horse. Learn how to care for a horse like its your own, ride with new friends and have a fun summer! You can reserve your spot now on our website.

www.kidspark.com/chico (530)894-6800 2477 Forest Ave., Ste. 190, Chico Ages: 2-12 Sessions: June, July & Aug Cost: Varies

www.californiatherapyhorses.org (530) 321-9164 104 Drobish Lane, Bangor Ages: 5-18 Sessions: 8 weekly camps June-August, 8:00am-noon Cost: $250

Show-Kids Dance Camp in “The Magical Forest”

www.chicocreekdancecentre.com 530-521-7193 Chico Creek Dance Centre 1144 West 1st Street, Chico Ages: 4–10 Cost: $185 for two weeks Sesions: June 10–21 (9:00am – noon)

Summer Horse Camp

(530) 343-1558, (530) 570-5984 Almond Country Farms 2304 Hutton Way, Durham Ages: 4-15 Sessions: June 11th and run thru the summer Cost: $25/day

(Day Camp) Experience the wonderful world of dance and theatre in a Magical Forest filled with whirling strawberries, playful pixies, wicked witches, leaping grasshoppers and so much more. Campers will learn several dance styles, songs, create props and crafts, and have tons of fun! Two performances will be held at the end of the camp! Special camp shirts and cast party are all included! (Day Camps) Summer horse camps run weekly on Tues, Wed & Thurs, 8am-12pm. Camps begin June 12 and continue until school starts. Come one day or as many as you like to learn about riding, care, grooming, saddling and more.

Terrain Park Climbing Center

(Day Camps) Our camps allow climbers to enjoy and explore the sport through structured activities lending to strength, development, teamwork and positive community building. Each camp includes fun group activities and games, one-on-one personalized instruction and the opportunity to learn new techniques and improve climbing skills! Bring a snack/lunch & water bottle, and wear appropriate gym attire. To sign up, email paul@terrainparkclimbingcenter or stop by the gym. Sign up early - camps are limited to 10 climbers per week!

Werkshop Hip-Hop Camp

(Day Camps) If Hip-Hop is what you seek this summer, The ”Werkshop” is the place for you! Build your hip-hop technique, choreographic capabilities, and above all have a blast dancing! Group activities, arts & crafts, games and lots of dancing!

W.OW. (Wonders of Waldorf)

(Day Camps) Each new week brings an engaging theme to explore. Teacher Riley MacMillan helps students create and learn through clay, wet-on-wet watercolor painting, exciting games, natural observation and other inspiring artistic practices. Themes include Celebration of the Sky, Animal Appreciation, and Beautiful Botany. We offer healthy snacks and ask that you pack a nutritious lunch. Materials fee includes snacks, art materials, and a camp shirt! Please bring a nutritious lunch. To register, go to: chicorec.com/specialinterest-camps

www.terrainparkclimbingcenter.com (530)809-0796 Indoor Rock Climbing Camp, 931 W 5th St. Suite 100, Chico Ages: 6-14 Sessions: M-Th, 5 different weeks in July and August Cost: $165 - $195

www.chicocreekdancecentre.com 530-521-7193 Chico Creek Dance Centre 1144 West 1st Street, Chico Ages: 6–Teen/Adult Cost: $150 for one week Sesions: July 15-19 (9:00am – noon)

www.blueoakcharterschool.org/ summercamp/ (530)879-7483 Blue Oak Charter School, 450 W. East Ave, Chico Ages: 6-12 Sessions: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, 8:30am-2:30pm Cost: $150, $25 materials fee

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Indoor/Outdoor Extreme Fun Summer Camps

July8-August 1 •M-Th 8:30am-12:30pm $115/session ($105 before May 15) Register Today!

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SHOW*KIDS SUMMER DANCE CAMP “The Magical Forest” · June 10–21 M–F · 9am–12pm · Ages 4–10 · $185

“WERKSHOP” HIP-HOP DANCE CAMP July 15–19 · M–F · 9am–12pm Ages 6–Adult · $150 Alumna Ashley Everett Lead back-up dancer with Beyoncé

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TEHAMA COUNTY Fun Zone Day Camps

(Day Camps) Fun Zone Day Camps are scheduled during school holiday breaks and summer break. Each camp has a special theme and includes games, crafts, movies and other activities. Parent must provide child’s food for the day (two snacks and one lunch). Fun Zone Camps will not operate on City-recognized holidays.

Girls & Boys Junior Golf Sessions

(Day Camps) Beginner instruction and hole play ($100), Intermediate 1-hour instruction and 9-hole play ($150) and Advanced technical instruction during 18hole play ($200). Instructor professionally trained by PGA-awarded instructor Will Robins.

Mega Sports Camp: FUNdamentals

(Day Camps) High-energy sports camp where kids learn good sportsmanship and FUNdamentals. Choose baseball, soccer, basketball, cheerleading, drama, cooking, or crafts. Rallies, sport sessions, fun snacks, camp t-shirt, backpack, and water bottle included! Please pre-register.

Red Bluff Performing Arts Centre

(Day Camps) This well-respected dance studio offers a huge variety of classes for all skill levels. Summer camps are a great way to find out how exciting dance can be, with experienced instructors who help each dancer learn new skills in an atmosphere of fun. Weekly classes for all skill levels and ages are also available throughout the summer.

Red Cross Summer Swim Lessons

Learn to swim with confidence. The Red Cross has developed swimming lessons for kids and adults that allow everyone the opportunity to learn in a safe environment, at their own pace. Available across the country, Learn-to-Swim classes are taught by certified, knowledgeable and caring instructors who can help swimmers at every level feel comfortable in the water and progress to the next level.

Summer of Whittenberg

(Day Class or Camps) The Summer of Whittenberg will have 4 weeks of standalone classes with themes of cooking, arts & crafts, gardening, and odds & ends and 3 weeks of week-long day camps with themes of Shakespeare, space science, and engineering. There will also be some additional offerings for Saturday activities, such as kayaking.

www.redbluffrecreation.org (530) 527-8177 Red Bluff Community Center 1500 South Jackson St., Red Bluff Ages: 5-12 Sessions: June, July, Aug Cost: $100-130

www.wilcoxoaksgolfclub.com (530) 527-7087 Wilcox Oaks Golf Club 20995 Wilcox Golf Road, Red Bluff Ages: 6-16 Sessions: 6 Tuesdays, June 11-July 23 Cost: $100-$200

highpoint.churchcenter.com/ registrations/events (530) 527-0445 625 Luther Rd., Red Bluff Ages: 3-11 Sessions: June 17-20, 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: Free

www.redbluffperformingartscentre.com 530-255-4180 446 Walnut St., Red Bluff Ages & Sessions: Ages 7 & older: Ballet Clinic 11am-1pm June 10-12 & 17-19; Jazz Clinic 11am-1pm July 1-3; Tap Clinic 11am-1pm July 8-10 Ages 4 & older: Minis Princess Dance Camp 10am-noon June 24-26 Ages 3 & older: 10am-noon July 15-18 Babies Princess Character Camp Costs: $90 one camp; $175 for 2 camps; $216 for 3 camps; $264 for 4 camps (uniform discounts for first-time students)

(530) 529-3636 (Heidi Belden) Physical Therapy and Wellness Center 2490 South Main St., Red Bluff Ages: 6-months–99+ Sessions: Six 40-minute sessions Cost: $50

www.whittenbergcountryschool.org/ summer (530) 529-0866 Whittenberg Country School & Folk School of Whittenberg 12245 Willard Rd., Red Bluff Ages: 7-14 Sessions: June 10-July 26, Mon-Fri, 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm Cost: $20 per one-day class, $75 per week-long camp

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SHASTA COUNTY California Dance Company

www.cadanceco.com 530-365-7749 2150 Marx Way #1, Anderson; 2620 Larkspur Lane #Q, Redding Ages & Sessions: • June 24-26, 9am-noon, Ages 2-6, $110. “A Fairytale Princess Academy with Cinderella, Elsa & Belle” • June 24-28, 9am-noon, Ages 6-10 and 11+, $250. “World of Dance” • July 8-12, 9:30-11:45am, Ages 4-5, 6-8 & 9-12, $135. “Hip-Hop Battle Royale” • July 8-Aug 3, 8:30am-2:30 or 5:30pm, Ages 6-17, $600/$900. “Triple Threat Performance Camp” • July 8-Aug 16, Weekly Dance & Aerial Silks, $80 • July 8-Aug 31, Weekly Gymnastics, $110 • July 15-19, 9:30-11:45am, Ages 4-5, 6-8 & 9-12, $135, “A Week With Mary Poppins” • July 22-26, 9:30-11:45am, Ages 4-5, 6-8 & 9-12, $135. “Jojo’s Dance Party” • July 26-27, Ages 5-7, $75; Ages 8+ $300 before June 1, $325 June 1 & after. “Changing Lives: The Movement with Kim McSwain” • July 29-31, 9am-noon, Ages 2-6, $110. “The Wonderful Whimsical Woodlands Fairy Waltz” • Aug 5-28, M&W, “Summer Ballet Intensive.” Pre-Pointe 4-5:30pm, Pointe 5:30-6pm, Ages 11+ by invitation, PrePointe only $225, both for $300.

California Soccer Park International Soccer Camp www.californiasoccerpark.com (530) 221-2344 9800 Old Oregon Trail, Redding Ages: 3-16 Sessions: June 10-14, July 15-19 Cost: $100-$250

(Day Camps) From gymnasts to dancers, there’s an age-specific class to bring the most fun and learning to different styles, skill levels and interests. Choose day or evening classes and intensives and get ready to make this a summer to remember.

Children’s Summer Art Camp with Instructor Susan Emerson

(Day Camps) Fun art camps taught by skilled instructors include these weekly session themes: Draw-Paint; Ooey Gooey Art; Clay and Sculpture; Draw, Paint & Create; Collage; Paper Making & Sculpture; Acrylic Painting & Watercolor; Robots, Birds & insects; The Kitchen Sink of Art; and Advanced Drawing & Painting.

Dance Depot’s Summer Course

(Day Camps) Do dance at the Dance Depot! We’ve been in business since 1957. Enjoy & stay cool while watching your dancer in our spacious waiting areas through our monitors or our one-way watching windows. A play area is also available for those not dancing. Classes in ballet, jazz, tap, acrobatics, lyrical, modern, Broadway and Mommy or Daddy & Me. Let your little dancer experience taking a combination of dance forms in one setting.

Earth to Sea Art-Science Camp

(Day Camps) High-quality science and art adventures in a fun environment using the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM). Each day, students will have science and art classes taught by seasoned credentialed teachers, and will develop a new understanding of how our environment plays a huge role and how it impacts the many species of animals on our planet.

Galaxy Gymnastics Summer Camps

(Day Camps) There is something for everyone! Join us this summer for fun half-day gymnastics (boys, girls and co-ed), tumbling (co-ed) and girls cheerleading camps. Perfect for beginners! Call for details.

(530)921-0680 Old City Hall Shasta County Arts Council,1313 Market St, Redding Ages: 5–14 Sessions: Weekly June, July & Aug Ages: 5-14 Cost: $30-$80

www.dancedepotfamily.com (530)275-9618 or (530)241-7764 Dance Depot, 2225 Larkspur Ln., Redding Ages: 2-adult, Beginner-Advanced Sessions: July 9-31, T & W Cost: $40-$130 (family discounts)

Cost: $200 Ages: Pre-K-6th grade Sessions: June 17-28, M-F, (8am-12:30pm includes snacks) with special evening program June 28

(Day Camps) The new Challenger International Soccer Camp reflects the truly global nature of the sport today and provides young players with a wide variety of coaching styles, practices, and influences that will help them develop a well-rounded skill set. This camp uses the best coaching methodologies and practices from England, Brazil, Spain, USA and France woven together in a multi-faceted on and off-field coaching experience.

www.galaxygymnasticsacademy.com (530)222-4496 Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St., Redding Ages: 5-12 Sessions: June, July & beginning of Aug, M-F, 9am-noon. Cost: $95

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SUMMER CAMPS June 25 & July 23

The Nor Cal Original Cheerleading Gym Register now for our Summer Camps at www.ChicoCheersAllStars.com

July 8-11 Beginners Cheer Camp July 15-18 Beginning Tumbling Camp July 22-25 New Advanced Tumbling Camp Join us for our 2019-20 Team Informational Meeting: Sunday May 19th at 6pm

530-894-2227 • ChicoAllStars@aol.com

kids ages 8 to 18 years

JUNE 17-20 • JUNE 24-27 JULY 8-11 • JULY 15-18 & JULY 22-25

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. 8 camps, 4 days each, 2 1/2 hours per day. Mon-Thurs. $100per session + supplies. For kids ages 8 – 18 years. We will provide the machines, a supply list is available upon request.

530-223-1970 • 2736 Bechelli Lane, Redding

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Ages 7 to 18 will enjoy a week of Ranch Life and learn basic equine skills.

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SHASTA COUNTY NorCal Elite Gymnastics Camps

www.norcalelitegymnastics.com (530) 223-54834425 Tenaya Ct., Redding Ages: 5 & up Sessions: June 17-21 (Super Heroes); June 24-28 (Hollywood Stunts); July 8-12 (Color Me Crazy); 15-19 (Ninja); July 29-Aug 2 (Outdoor Adventures) Cost: $125-$200

The Redding Arts Project Summer Dance & Theatre Classes

www.thereddingartsproject.com (530) 245-1019 The Redding Arts Project 1726 Market St., Redding Sessions: Mon-Thurs, June 10-20 (Ages 8-18); Mon-Thurs, June 10-July 25 (All ages) (no camp July 4th & 5th) Cost: $425 ($375 for returning campers) + $35 costume fee. Discount for siblings.

(Day Camps) Elite Summer Camps offer games, arts & crafts, gymnastics instruction, weekly performances, a waterslide and more! Choose half-day, full-day, and extended care options. Each camper will receive a free t-shirt!

(Day Camps) The Redding Arts Project offers ongoing summer classes in dance and theatre. Dance classes include jazz funk, contemporary, hip-hop, and ballet – featuring guest teachers Adam and Shayna Acosta from The Legacy Project. Dance intensive participants will be featured in a dance video! Redding Theatre Company’s Broadway Boot Camp is a six-week theatre camp for ages 8-18. This year’s camp culminates in a production of The Lion King. Performance date TBD.

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Redding Fashion Alliance Sewing Camps

(Day Camps) Beginning to advanced sewing levels with a range of projects. Our weekly Summer Sewing Camps start in June and are open to kids ages 7-17. Open to all sewers from beginning to advanced, some of our projects include pillowcase, simple ruffled skirt, apron, knit apparel and more. Snack and drink are included daily.

Redding Recreation Summer Adventures

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

Sew Much Fun – Hokema’s Kids Sewing Camp

(Day Camps) A wonderful opportunity to have your kids build lifetime skills in creativity, problem solving and sewing skills. This sewing series is designed for beginners as well as those who have sewing experience. Beginners will make a pillowcase, apron (chef’s apron for boys), pajama pants, and backpack. Class limited to 6 students Children enjoy making new friends and making projects together. Machines provided for use in the classroom; supply list available upon registration.

www.reddingfashionalliance.org (530) 276-0458 1698 Market St., Redding Ages: 7-17 Sessions: June 10-13, June 17-20, June 24-27, July 8-11, July 15-18, July 22-25, July 29-Aug 1, 9:00am-12:00 pm Cost: $135 ($10 off for early registration)

www.reddingrecreation.org (530)225-4095 Caldwell Park & Enterprise Park, Redding & Shasta Lake Schools Ages: 5-12 Sessions: June, July & Aug Cost: $90-$150

www.hokemas.net (530)223-1970 Hokema’s 2736 Bechelli Ln., Redding Ages: 8-18 years. Sessions: June 17-20 & 24-27, July 8-11, 15-18 & 22-25, M-Th, Two session times, mornings and at 1pm-3:30pm Cost: $100

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SHASTA COUNTY Shasta Family YMCA Camp McCumber www.sfymca.org (530) 246-9622 Camp McCumber 35440 Deer Flat Rd., Shingletown Ages: 8-17 Sessions: July 7-13, July 28-Aug 3 Cost: $465 -$490

Shasta Family YMCA Summer Day Camps

www.sfymca.org (530) 246-9622 Manzanita YMCA Preschool, Redding North Cottonwood YMCA Preschool, Cottonwood Ages: 3-5 Turtle Bay Elementary School and Boulder Creek School, Redding, and West Cottonwood School, Cottonwood Ages: Grades 1-8 Sessions: June, July & Aug, 7:00am-6:00pm Cost: $115–$160

Shasta Rock Club Youth Day Camps

www.shastarockclub.com (530) 691-4505 2325 Athens Ave., Redding Ages: 6-9 & 9-12 Sessions: June, July, Aug,; 2, 3 & 5 days Cost: $55-$135

Shasta Rock Club Teen Adventure Camps

www.shastarockclub.com (530) 691-4505 2325 Athens Ave., Redding Ages: 12-18 Sessions: June 24-28, July 22-26 Cost: $395-$695

Simpson University Youth Basketball Camp

www.simpsonwbbcamps.com/ youth-camp.cfm (530) 226-4731 or (360) 870-3714 2211 College View Dr., Redding Ages: Grades K-6 Sessions: June 24-27, 9:00am-12:00pm Cost: $80

S.T.E.A.M. Camp

www.createlabs123.com (530)238-5535 Redding School of the Arts, 955 Inspiration Place, Redding Ages: 8-12 Sessions: June 10-13; other dates TBD Cost: Varies; Check website

(Overnight Camps) 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 and leadership skills, making new friends, nightly campfires filled with songs and skits, waterfront activities, archery, hiking and lots of outdoor fun!

(Day Camps) Fill summer days with well-planned, fun, theme-based activities including field trip experiences. Families may choose a 3-day or 5-day schedule. Morning and afternoon snacks provided.

Experience sports, crafts, fitness fun, pool time, and daily summer adventures with friends!

JUNE 6TH - AUGUST 9TH MONDAY - FRIDAY FROM 8AM TO 5PM Drop off begins 7:30am. Pick up by 5:30pm Ages 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten)

Summer Adventure Highlights

Ninja Run • Scavenger Extravaganza • Glow Volleyball Watercolor Run • Rocket Launch • Sock Hop/Camp Disco Aqua Obstacle Course • Carnival • Pizza Party (Day Camp) Introduce your child to rock climbing in a safe and supportive environment that emphasizes safety, technique and problem-solving. 2, 3 or 5-day camps cultivate your child’s confidence and help your child learn, improve and have a blast climbing. “May your dreams be larger than mountains and may you have the courage to scale their summits.” (Overnight Camps) Are you ready for the best week of your life? Join Shasta Rock Club for a NorCal Adventure (June 24-28) or a Tahoe Adventure (July 22-26)! See the gym transition to the outdoors and have a week filled with challenge, education, teamwork and FUN! Climbing topics will include belaying, knots, climbing ethics, anchor basics, top-rope risk management, safety, climbing technique, equipment management and care. (Day Camp) Designed to grow each camper’s skill set in a competitive and fun environment. Campers will work on shooting form, ballhandling skills, defensive fundamentals, and in-game improvements. This camp is designed to help every camper improve their skill set in all facets of basketball in an enthusiastic environment! (Day Camp) Create Labs presents NorCal’s premier S.T.E.A.M. Camp. Students will come and have fun engaging in S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) lessons. Students will be inspired to think creatively, with rich content, team challenges, opportunities to meet new friends, and recess. Courses taught and developed by an experienced, credentialed teacher. Flexible options to meet every need. Space is limited. For more information, please visit our website.

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Weekly Rate: $150 Daily Rate: $42 Lunch and Snack: $6/day

Junior Tennis Summer Program

Sun Oak’s summer clinics are a great opportunity to work on your tennis in an active, games-oriented environment. Junior tennis clinics run Monday-Thursday. Weekly sessions begin June 10th. Future Stars (ages 5-10) 9:00-10:00am - Beginners will learn tennis strokes, patterns, balance and coordination in a fun, game-oriented environment. Emerging Strikers (ages 9-14) 10:00-11:00am - Players will build on their knowledge while learning advanced tennis strokes, scoring, strategies and game play.

60% off daily tennis registration while attending Summer Camp! At Sun Oaks we offer many options for your child to learn to swim! Our Parent/Tot Classes begin at 6 months old and we offer a Toddler Class for 2 year olds with 2:1 student/teacher ratio. Once kids are 3 years old, they can be part of our small Group Lessons. Our classes are small and offer plenty of attention for each child to progress! We also offer both Private & Semi-Private lessons for ages 6 months & up. *Water Polo will be coming this summer.

Sessions begin June 10th! Visit sunoaks.com to view schedule and sign up

Speed and Performance Training Tuesday and Thursday 1:30-2:30

Ages 8-14

Sessions are built to incorporate speed and running techniques, explosive training and injury prevention as they grow and develop. Designed to improve physical and mental toughness for the aspiring athlete.

60% off daily tennis registration while attending Summer Camp!

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SHASTA COUNTY Summer of Fun

(Day Camps) Affordable fun in Anderson in a safe environment with caring staff. Includes a free, 6-week drop-in summer program for youth at Anderson River Park. Afternoon sites at schools. Learn to swim with great instructors. Some scholarships available for qualifying families.

Sun Oaks Summer Camp

(Day Camps) Kids will have a blast this summer at Sun Oaks Summer Camp with weekly events including Ninja Run, Scavenger Extravaganza, Glow Volleyball, Watercolor Run, Rocket Launch, Sock Hop/Camp Disco, Aqua Obstacle Course, Carnival and Pizza Party! Daily and weekly sign-ups available. Email questions to kids@sunoaks.com.

Summer Strides In Learning – Retain & Refresh Curriculum

(Day Camps) Grade-based tutoring in all subjects including math, language arts, reading and spelling. We help participants retain, review, and refresh what they have learned and prepare for upcoming curriculum. Academic assessments available. Specialized tutoring for Dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, memory challenges and comprehension difficulties. 13 years tutoring experience in Redding. 2019 Special – SAT/ ACT instruction plus advanced math and science help for High School students.

Sun Oaks Swim School/Swim Lessons

(Day Camps) Summer is here! Learn to swim at Sun Oaks. Parent-Tot classes starting at 6 months, Toddler classes for 2-year-olds and Small Group Classes for ages 3 and up. Private and semi-private lessons available upon request. Visit the website for more information and registration. Email questions and inquiries about alternate options to angie@sunoaks.com.

Sun Oaks Junior Tennis Clinic

(Day Camps) Tennis clinics offered all summer long for every level from players with little to no experience up to the advanced collegiate players.

Turtle Bay Exploration Park Discovery Camps

(Day Camps) When school is out, science is IN at Turtle Bay’s Discovery Camps! Discover different sides of science, art and history, and how they all tie together. Discovery Camp aims to inspire children’s creativity and to establish positive memories within the unique environment at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Turtle Bay’s Discovery Camps are supported by Hylton Security and Shasta Association of Realtors.

www.ci.anderson.ca.us (530)378-6656 City of Anderson Community Services/ Parks & Recreation Ages: 5-18 Sessions: June & July Cost: Varies: Check website

(530)917- 0341 Twight’s One on One Tutoring 1300 West St., Redding Ages: 5–12 Sessions: June 10 - August 13 Cost: 55-minute session, one on one in any subject/s: $40/1 day, $75/2 days, $115/3 days

www.sunoaks.com/tennis/junior-tennis/ (530) 221-4405 3452 Argyle Rd., Redding Ages: 5-17 Sessions: June 10-27, July 1-18, July 22Aug 8, M-Thu Cost: Options for daily, session, & summer prices; member and non-member prices

Limited spots register now!

www.sunoaks.com (530) 221-4405 3452 Argyle Rd., Redding Ages: 5-17 Sessions: June 6- Aug 9, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Cost: Member $140/week, Non-Member $180/week

www.sunoaks.com (530) 221-4405 3452 Argyle Rd., Redding Ages: 6 months & up Sessions: June 10-Aug 15, 10am -11:30am, 5pm-6:30pm Cost: Varies

www.turtlebay.org/discovery-camps (530) 242-3108 844 Sundial Bridge Dr., Redding Ages: 7-12 Sessions: June and July, 4 one-week sessions Cost: $170–$190; Members $170/week, Non-members $190/week.

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Shasta Family YMCA

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THE MOST IMPORTANT PROGRAM FOR YOUR CHILD THIS SUMMER! Sessions include 4 days of instruction. Small group classes for children of all ages starting at age 6 months.

Sessions start May 27, Sign up Today! at Shasta College, Shasta High School & Enterprise High School

Mommy & Me class offered at 11:15 am (Ages 6 mo-3 years) All instructors are certified by Swim America®, a nationally recognized program.

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Program Starts June 10 – August 4 Youth Summer Ducks Program For kids ages 5-18 years.

High School Summer Ducks Program

For kids in 8th Grade through High School, Redding Aquatic Center 9:30-10:30 am (Mon-Thurs) held at Shasta High 9:00-10:30 am (Mon-Thurs) Shasta High at 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Mon-Thurs) For kids ages 5-18 years; must be able to swim at least 15 yards Enterprise High at 6:00 – 7:00 pm (Mon-Thurs) crawl/freestyle with breathing, and 15 yards backstroke.

Registration: www.reddingswimteam.com • (530) 246-2666

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SISKIYOU COUNTY 7th Annual Summer Theatre Camp 2019 George Gershwins CRAZY FOR YOU www.shastastudios.net (530) 235-6222 Mount Shasta City Park & College of the Siskiyous 1315 Nixon Rd., Mt. Shasta Ages: 8-16 Sessions: July 8-Aug 4, Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-12:00pm Cost: $150

Boys & Girls Club of the Siskiyous

(530) 220-7623 Sisson Middle School 601 East Alma Street, Mt. Shasta Ages: Grades 2-8 Sessions: June 17-Aug 9 Cost: $100 for the entire 8-week program

College of the Siskiyous Summer Camps

www.siskiyous.edu/camps Show Choir/Jazz: Email rslabbinck@siskiyous.edu College of the Siskiyous 800 College Ave., Weed Ages: 12-17 Session: June 23 - 29 Cost: $42 (Additional fees for lodging/ food may apply if Resident Camper)

(Day Camps) Camp participants will learn all aspects of putting on a Broadway show including singing, dancing, acting, character development, audition technique, stage craft and technical theatre. Each participant will receive a script, rehearsal CD and show T-shirt as part of the program. Camp will culminate in three performances on August 2,3,4 at The Kenneth Ford Theater. Auditions on May 4th. Contact Wendy James at shastastudios@yahoo.com if you are unable to make the audition. When School’s out, Clubs are in. We offer a safe place for young people to learn, play and grow outside of school hours when youth need us most; to be a place where kids can feel safe, connect with others, and build the skills and confidence needed to reach GREAT FUTURES. Fun, world-class programs led by professionally trained staff include sports & games, gardening, Brain Gain, field trips & outdoor adventures, pottery & art. Nutritious snacks and meals are included. Our Summer Program is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. (Day & Overnight Camps) Located in Weed at College of the Siskiyous. Week-long intensive; day or residential. Learn from jazz & show choir directors, composers & choreographers.

College of the Siskiyous Soccer Camp

(Day Camps) Excellent training that is age specific to your soccer player, a camp T‐shirt, prizes and an invitation to the COS community soccer game where all campers will get the chance to cool down and talk to COS team members after the game. All campers will get to watch the men and women who worked with them during the week as they compete in a non‐conference college soccer match.

College of the Siskiyous Baseball Camp

(Day Camps) Participants will receive instruction in ball handling, shooting, offense, and more. Space is limited to 80 participants. Ages 6-13 will meet from 8am to 12pm and ages 14-18 will meet from 1 to 5pm.

Shasta Clay Studios

(Day Camp) Campers will experiment with elements of design & create art to use at home. Camp includes a snack, expert instruction in hand-building clay & some wheel throwing practice. Explore clay from mud to rock. Weekly Camper Art show with opening reception for families and public on Fridays at 5pm. Great for beginners too! Learn, Play, Create!

www.siskiyous.edu/camps Summer Soccer Clinic: Email ekephart@siskiyous.edu College of the Siskiyous 800 College Ave., Weed Ages: 12-17 Session: June 17-20 Cost: $50

www.siskiyous.edu/camps Basketball Clinic: Email heath@siskiyous.edu College of the Siskiyous 800 College Ave., Weed Ages: 6 - 18 Session: July 8 - 11 Cost: $115

www.shastaclay.com (530)355-8155 Mt. Shasta Arts, 612 S Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mt. Shasta Ages: Grades K-5 & 6-12 Sessions: June & July, Weekly M-F. K-5, 9-11:00am; grades 6-12,1-4pm Cost: $100/week

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Exciting Summer Dance Intensive BALLET • CONTEMPORARY • JAZZ FUNK • HIP-HOP

Introducing Adam & Shayna Acosta, founders of The Legacy Project Dance Company Adam and Shayna, former dance professors at Tulsa University, have performed and choreographed in MTV music videos, choreographed national commercials, and shared the stage with many award-winning artists including fourtime Grammy winner Israel Houghton. Their choreography has won national awards and can be seen all over the country.

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GLENN COUNTY City of Orland Recreation Department www.cityoforland.com (530) 865-1630 Ages: Varies Sessions: June, July, & Aug Cost: Varies

OTHER AREA CAMPS California FairPlay (Northern California Asthma Camp)

(Overnight Camp) California FairPlay is dedicated to improving the quality of life for underprivileged children with mild to severe asthma. This fun summer educates youth on how to care for themselves, builds self-esteem and provides a fun learning environment. The camp is operated by the East Bay YMCA, and is open to children on a first-come, first-served basis. Lodging, meals and all activities for all camp participants and volunteers are free.

ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum

(Day Camps) ScienceWorks Summer Camps are an opportunity for children to feed their curiosity and make science come to life! Sessions are taught by outstanding instructors who bring experience and enthusiasm to a wide range of cool explorations. Topics include engineering, mushrooms, science & art, space & astronomy, music & sound, & food chemistry!

www.norcalasthmacamp.org (916)491-1609 P.O. Box 683, Rancho Murieta Ages: 6–12 Session: July 10–13 Cost: Free to qualified children

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The Redding Arts Project THE OFFICIAL SCHOOL OF REDDING CITY BALLET & REDDING THEATRE COMPANY

1726 Market St., Redding • (530) 245-1019 • TheReddingArtsProject.com

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Girls Gymnastics June 10-14 & July 8-12 Boys Gym Camp June 10-14 & July 8-12 Girls Cheer Camp June 17-21, July 15-19 & July 29- August 2 Co-ed Junior Ninja Camp June 17-21, July 15-19 & July 29- August 2

• Make Your Own T-shirt • Arts & Crafts • Water Day Play • Movie Time

Camps Monday-Fridays 9am-12 noon, ages 5-12. Cost $95 per 1/2 day camp. Limited space-sign up now!

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(Day Camps) Orland Recreation provides opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy various sports and activities on a year-round basis. There are ample amenities for picnics and family fun in the City of Orland’s parks and recreation facilities. The city pool is open Mon through Sat from 1pm- 5pm (open swim) and Tue & Thurs from 7:30pm - 9pm for Family Night.

www.scienceworksmuseum.org/camps (541) 482-6767 1500 E. Main St., Ashland, OR Ages: Grades K-8 Sessions: June 10-Aug 23, (no camp July 1-5) Member Cost: $135-$270 Non-Member Cost: $165-$300 (pre and post care additional)

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connected to the web of life. There is no trash when we use what is provided from the land. “Community spirit and support built this farm, I just get the honor and privilege of living and working here,” says owner Leslie Cooke. “I enjoy sharing this space and lifestyle with others. I see visitors filled with a sense of fulfillment, relaxation and peace. As I do every day, visitors learn from this natural life and leave inspired each in their own ways.” Maagic Mountain Farm offers family farm-stays, custom tours, homestead classes, school group visits and weekly farm participation for community members. Guests can stay to experience the homestead in an upstairs bedroom and bath with a separate entrance. Year-round tours are available by appointment. Some guests plan for a tour as part of their Mount Shasta experi-

ence and others schedule tours while traveling between San Francisco and Portland. They stop for a break, stretch their legs and allow kids to run and connect with animals. The family leaves with memories, photos and lots to talk about on their drive. The farm tours are interactive, offering kids time to feed ducks, collect eggs from chickens, play with goats and sometimes even milk a goat. Come learn how all the plants, animals, insects and microbes offer their special skill set to this homestead. As a community, we all feed each other by working together in respect of each other’s talents. The land brings out the child in us all, even the elders, who remember this life from their childhood. Experience the simple life at Maagic Mountain Farm. Ó

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for health By Patricia L. Shaw, LMFT

Create a Healthy Family from the Top Down

pring is upon us, and nothing reminds us more of fresh love than sunshine and warm air scented with blossoms. Love relationships move through many seasons. Similarly, to Mother Nature, the passing of time brings significant changes to our world and our most intimate relationship. The ability to embrace an ever-shifting relational landscape dictates whether ours will become a mature and strong relationship or wither and die a regretfully early death. One of the most significant shifts in partnerships is having children, and subsequently learning to parent together. Before children, couples can focus solely on each other. After children arrive, finding time and energy be-

comes a challenge. Parents, understandably, take a position that children require sacrifices and too often the first thing to suffer is the bond between parents. While there are endless opportunities to sacrifice for our children, it is imperative that the health of the primary caretakers, both individually and as a couple, is not one of those losses. Few things cause greater suffering to children than the failure of their nuclear family. Sadly the demands of caring for children can lead to the greatest marital dissatisfaction. While it is true having children can be the most rewarding experience of our lives, it is possible to reach exhaustion and burnout leaving nothing left to give to ourselves or our partner.

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Early in a relationship, we share the dreams we have for our lives, and we excitedly set off to achieve those dreams together. We spend intimate time together which strengthens the couple bond. As life gets hectic with work and the demands of parenting, dreams and intimacy can go dormant, awakening demands that feel like survival. When this occurs, couples can easily slip into an unconscious wintery hibernation. We become brittle and lifeless. Unfortunately, one devastating storm and we can break. How do we guard against the deterioration of our relationship and ultimately safeguard our children’s world? How do we create happiness with our 25

Create a Healthy Family from the Top Down partner? Loving relationships do not just happen; they are made by setting clear mutual goals with each other, by knowing what we want and what our partners want out of life, by committing the time to not only our children but to each other. In short, relationships require goals, commitment and work. Children learn to be in a relationship with others by watching their caretakers. Parents have a great opportunity to model a healthy, loving relationship. The tone and happiness of a family start from the top down. So, what are we teaching? This spring take some much-needed time to re-evaluate your intimate relationship and become conscious of the lessons you are teaching your children. Here are a few practical tips for breathing new life and fresh love into your family. • Schedule time for just you and your partner. Set aside 10-15 minutes daily to touch base. This adults-only conversation is about anything other than household responsibilities or children. And yes, children can be taught, barring an emergency, this is not a time that they get to interrupt. • Work together to find a balance in sharing the daily duties of parenting. Re-evaluate this every few months. If there are issues, address them immediately, be flexible and create a new strategy. • Parents need alone time. Take time to re-energize, so you have something to give to your partner by scheduling alone time for both parents into the family itinerary. • Every day make a list of ten things for which you are grateful. Some days you may have to dig deep to bring them to mind—do it anyway. This list-making is truly one of the biggest things you can do to increase satisfaction and happiness in your life. • Every day tell your partner and your children what you appreciate about them. • Flirt with your partner—send texts, write notes, leave surprises—so they know you are thinking of them. • Make a habit of hugging, holding hands or some form of daily physical contact. Humans need touch. • Sexual intimacy is a must; whatever your “normal” is, make it a priority. Foreplay starts the moment your last intimate encounter ends; with words, smiles, hugs and kisses. If life is too busy, schedule it. That may feel awkward at first, but surprisingly it can take a lot of pressure off a couple who are struggling. • Spend time as a couple with other adults. We get to experience our partners differently when we see them interacting with others, often reminding us why we fell in love with them in the first place. • Learn to fight fair! We all have disagreements; just don’t let them be destructive. If you’re not sure how, Google it, and you’ll find lots of helpful lists on the Internet, or work with a licensed therapist. Take a little time this spring to evaluate how you are doing as a partner. It can be easy to focus on meeting our children’s needs and overlook our own needs as well as those of our partner. Healthy individuals can make a healthy couple, and healthy couples can create healthy children. Make the health of your relationship with one another your top priority. Ó

Patricia L. Shaw, MA, LMFT 46918 has 19 years of experience working with individuals and families in California’s North State. In her private practice, she works extensively with victims of physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse and other forms of trauma. She also works with co-occurring substance abuse issues. Patricia firmly believes that community and safe relationships are the catalysts by which we all heal.

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“Help Me Grow Fair” Corrals Fun and Resources for Families By Deborah Peel for First 5 Shasta Wouldn’t it be nice if parents could take their kids to an event filled with fun activities and, at the same time, find answers to serious questions about their child’s development? On June 1, 2019, you can do just that during the “Help Me Grow Fair” at Babe’s Corral in Turtle Bay Exploration Park (Redding, CA) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The HMG Fair is where parents will find a resource booth round-up, engaging activities for young children and the human connection to get questions heard and addressed.

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Children’s activities at the HMG Fair aim to stretch and grow curiosity and developmental abilities. You’ll find activities related to literacy, numeracy, health, physical activity and children’s developmental milestones. Things like a bean bag toss, soft climbing blocks and a crawling tunnel will help challenge motor skills and get the wiggles out. Finger painting and arts and crafts engage the budding artist and DIY enthusiast. Gather up children’s books and other goodies to keep the learning and development growing at home. A big bonus is access to the Babe’s Corral playground. Its inclusive design makes sure all young children, including those with special needs, have fun at play. It features a balance log and log tunnel, ADA accessible nest swing, Osprey nest with slide, the “Babe the Blue Ox” climber, a rambling flume and talk tube.

All parents have questions about their child’s development, behavior and learning. One way you can get answers is by talking with resource representatives at the HMG Fair. Some of the resources that exist in your community might surprise you! You can also learn how to do a no-cost Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) to check your child’s development at home! Remember, all year long free support from Help Me Grow Shasta is available 24-7 by calling 2-1-1 or going online to helpmegrowshasta.com. Let a Help Me Grow Care Coordinator do the work for you in finding the best match to ageappropriate available resources that can be a game changer for your child and family.

Come To The Corral!

Help Me Grow Shasta was created to help you connect with answers, resources and services for children from birth to age eight. The “Help Me Grow Fair” brings a warm human touch to this fresh way of parenting with knowledge and support. Y’all come down to Babe’s Corral at Turtle Bay on June 1st. It’s a great chance for you and your child to do a little exploration and make some powerful connections.

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for community By Jenna Christophersen

Parents, you’re invited to stop by with your kids to make a Willy Wonka like Hat at the North State Parent magazine booth.

A sweet reunion for Paradise

s owners of Joy Lyn’s Candies in Paradise, CA, Bill and Pam Hartley have dedicated themselves to spreading smiles with delectable sweets, but also through serving the community. In 2006, while volunteering with the Boys and Girls Club, Bill established the Paradise Chocolate Fest (chocolatefest.us/) to benefit youth and tingle the taste buds of the North State. The festival instantly exploded in populari-

ty. In 2010, Paradise Chocolate Fest became a non-profit, directed by Debbie LaPlant Moseley. Over the years, the annual festival has brought out the best in the community—the best chocolate and the best support for local youth. Cal Expo ranks the Paradise Chocolate Fest as one of the “Top Festivals in the Golden State.” In November 2018, the Camp Fire roared through Paradise, indiscriminately devastating homes, business-

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es and lives. After the fire, the Paradise Chocolate Fest could have easily faded into nostalgic memory. After all, many of the festival’s suppliers, supporters and participants, including Joy Lyn’s Candies, had lost everything. But the fire couldn’t burn away the festival’s mission. As Executive Director Debbie LaPlant Moseley says, “The Camp Fire has taken so much from so many. We don’t 27 want our youth to lose their childhoods as well.”

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Paradise Chocolate Festival – A sweet reunion for Paradise Grant Townsend, Gold Country Casino Resort marketing director, sees this year’s festival as “not only a fundraiser, but also a healing event” as the Paradise community comes together. “When the fire happened,” says Grant, “we wanted to help in any way we could.” To facilitate Paradise’s large-scale reunion, Gold Country Casino Resort in nearby Oroville, CA has generously opened its spacious lawn for this year’s chocolate-filled delights on June 1. While certainly focused on chocolate, the festival offers a variety of educational activities. “All About Books!” connects the community with regional authors, illustrators and publishers. “Art on the Green!” likewise showcases North State artists and their work. This year, the festival will also feature booths that acknowledge the Butte Strong and Paradise Strong efforts. These elements make the festival not only a fun time of gathering but an investment in connecting the community. Because the fundraiser benefits youth organizations, getting the festival on its feet helps other organizations get on their feet as well. Since 2010, Debbie reports, the festival “has raised over $200,000 for 45 organizations that rely on the celebration as a major source of annual funding.” These dollars have enabled school groups and non-profits to sponsor student field trips; provide meals and vision screening for kids; purchase equipment for sports, music and computer programs; organize literacy events; offer leadership opportunities for kids, and much more. Debbie

says this year’s list of beneficiaries has grown as a result of the fire as many organizations now must rebuild from the ground up. The festival will benefit 27 organizations, including Achieve Charter School, Gold Nugget Museum; Paradise High School Link Crew, Academic Decathlon and Athletic Teams; and Paradise Scout troops and packs. Michelle John, the district superintendent for Paradise Unified School District, explains how the festival develops students’ responsibility because the funding their organizations receive partially depends on the hours the kids put in. Each organization receives $10 for each volunteer hour. “It’s a fair way to distribute the funding,” Debbie explains, “because even small organizations can rally a lot of volunteers to come help. It’s a great way for kids to work side by side with their parents and mentors to benefit the whole community.” After distributing funds based on volunteer hours, the board allocates remaining funds as merit-based grants. Youth groups can also invent creative activities to raise additional funds at the festival. Paradise High School’s marching band, for example, always sells whoopie pies, and the swim team has a dunk tank. In addition to new beneficiaries, the 2019 festival has many new supporters who have stepped in to make the event possible. These supporters include Courtesy Automotive, Conroy Construction and Porchlight Realty. Carol Peterson, a festival board member, describes

the Paradise Chocolate Fest as “one encouraging step toward rebuilding our community.” Holding the festival despite the decimation of the town that bears its name shows the community that “events will continue— we’re not giving up,” especially since some activities will still occur in Paradise, such as the Chocolate Thunder Motorcycle BBQ held in the Terry Ashe Park, at the conclusion of the Poker Run on Saturday, May 18. Bill Hartley reflects on how the festival has evolved into something much bigger than he imagined 15 years ago. “Of course, chocolate brings a smile to everyone’s face,” he says. “But I think only a third of its success is the chocolate. There’s nothing similar to this in the North State, the setting is special and the people who attend make it special.” Bill’s family has purchased a new building in Paradise to rebuild Joy Lyn’s Candies. Like the candy shop that inspired it, Paradise Chocolate Fest 2019 will, in Bill’s words, “be different, but will encourage others to see the rebirth of Paradise.” Ó

Jenna Christophersen is a Chico native who loves writing and chocolate. She keeps an emergency supply of dark chocolate on hand and finds most days have an “emergency” that calls for breaking into the stash.

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this is tehama By Kate Hiller

THIS IS TEHAMA

The ancient word “Tehama” once meant a place where rivers could be crossed. With our county’s rich currents of history, happenings and hope, this is our crossing place today — where we meet to celebrate our beautiful Tehama County.

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ho puts a twinkle in the eyes of North State kids? Who put a twinkle in a young sailor’s eye, so much that he hitchhiked home from San Diego every weekend to see her? Her name is Pat Carrel, the one behind the colorful softserve ice cream that brings kids running, and the one married to her high school sweetheart for 58 years. And who puts the twinkle in her eye? The twinkle in her eye shows when talking about her co-workers, daughter Theresa Abbassi, and granddaughter Courtny Abbassi. All three women co-own Bud’s Jolly Kone in Red Bluff, CA. When Courtny took over most of the management in 2013, she said it was like being handed a “well-oiled machine,” built by the entire family with a lot of years, love and elbow grease.

Shortly after Bob and Pat Carrel were married, Pat started working at Bud’s while Bob worked nearby with his brother at their Carrel Brothers Norwalk Service Station. In the days before the fast food giants had come to town, Bud’s was built on William G. Taber’s rock quarry site and was one of many new hamburger joints springing up along the North State corridor. These stands were started in Blaire’s Leasing metal buildings to house the all-important Taylor Ice Cream Machine or the “dream machine.” Hard on the heels of the depression era, soft-serve ice cream had taken America by storm, and it was here to stay. In 1967, Bob sold his service station and took over the lease of Bud’s. Pat brought their young children to work and laid young Theresa on the bread rack to nap. It is no wonder that business and the hard-work ethic got into the Carrel children’s blood and all three are now successful business owners in Red Bluff. Fast cars, fast boats and catering trucks have all traveled on this journey with the Carrel family, with multiple businesses running simultaneously and making for very long hours. Pat remembers when they kept Bud’s open all night to feed the hunters during hunting season. Before long, Courtny was the young one taking naps at Bud’s. Theresa laid her down on cardboard on the floor— now Courtny can’t get the business out of her veins! In 1994, the Carrels purchased the property from Taber and later added a parking lot which boosted business. Each generation has added to Pat’s original foundation of hard work, generosity and integrity. Theresa emphasizes her mother’s generous heart and says that it is “impossible to out-give.” Courtny started the yearly “Cops and Kones” benefit where the local police serve ice cream and the proceeds go to the Red Bluff Police Department. All three woman agree the biggest challenge is training new employees. Theresa adds, “the ‘me’ generation needs, more than ever, to learn the importance of hard work and giving.” Pat has backed off a little with her part of the business, but she is still there every morning cutting up tomatoes, leafing lettuce and washing floors. I asked her if she would take up a hobby while on vacation. Knitting, perhaps? “No, I take the taco bags with me. They have to be slit just right.” It is a toss-up as to what is more popular at Bud’s-- the tacos or hamburgers. One long-time local loves the thick milkshakes. For our family, it is the overall feel of the place. Joy and love seep out of that well-oiled machine. Who isn’t up for a slow cruise on Antelope Boulevard and a colorful soft-serve ice cream? Be sure to look for Pat and her girls. They will put a twinkle in your eye! Ó

Kate and her family are “adventure-schoolers” more than homeschoolers. Back home in Red Bluff, while recouping from their travels, Kate writes historical fiction—her first novel is set in rural Northern California. Contact Kate at kate@northstateparent.com.

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or many individuals with special needs, skills such as learning to express and interpret basic emotions, making new friends and working with a group can be challenging at best. For parents, it can be difficult to find fun and fulfilling summer programs to accommodate their children’s needs. For the past five years, the Not Your Garden Variety (NYGV) Theater in Chico, CA has been a welcome option for children and teens on the autism spectrum. In partnership with Far Northern Regional Center, the theater program takes place at Little Red Hen’s Lifespan Center. The Lifespan Center is the home for Little Red Hen’s programs for children, teenagers and young adults. The summer theater program averages about 20 participants a year and runs three days a week for six weeks in July and August. The young actors learn the play, “The Wizard of Oz,” and the program culminates with a live performance for family and friends. According to Brooke Burrows, Supervisor of Children’s’ Productions for NYGV, the play was chosen because it is well known and easy to understand. “The children in the program can also easily relate to the plot and the characters,” explained Brooke. As Dorothy finds herself unexpectedly in the Land of Oz, the kids in the program also find themselves in a new place, with new obstacles to overcome, and must learn to work together to achieve their goals. Even though the program sticks with the same play each summer, it is performed differently from year to year to bring out the strengths of each participant. It is a collaborative effort, with input from the young actors as well as those organizing the performance. “We rewrite the script to fit the kids,” Brooke explains. Theater arts are becoming more and more integrated for children with special needs. Research has shown that participating in theater productions can encourage communication, teach turn-taking and strengthen interactions with the environment. It also helps tremendously with skills such as eye contact, recognizing the emotions of others as well as one’s own and interpreting body language. For the young actors of NYGV, Brooke says, “they learn to connect with their emotions through pretend play.” For more information about the NYGV Theater program, please contact Little Red Hen Lifespan Center at (530) 897-0300 or visit littleredhen.org/pages/lifespan-center. Ó

Uniquely Us is a unique opportunity to address special needs issues and concerns and to celebrate life. If you have something in particular you would like to read about, please write to pn@northstateparent.com (please include UU in the subject line). Shasta County author Jennifer Arnold is the mom of four, two of whom have been diagnosed with multiple special needs. She hopes to raise awareness of many issues that parents of special needs children face on a regular basis.

Learn About Local Preschools Feather River Preschool in Oroville

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., p.m. and full day. Lic# 045406630

KidsPark

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 and sign language, and fun! Lic# 045405784

Noah’s Ark at Calvary Chapel

1888 Springfield Dr. • (530) 487-0776 noahsark.ccchico.com DSM Ages: 6wk-5yrs Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm Provides Infant, Toddler and Preschool care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Christian curriculum offered. Children will grow, learn and share in God’s Love. Lic #045407355/6

Notre Dame Preschool

500 Orient St. Ste 180 • (530) 487-7330 ndschico.org/preschool S Ages: 2.5-5yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm We provide playful, planned, purposeful activities for all. Zoo-phonics, Stories of God’s Love, and music are just a few things we do to prepare children for their future academic success. Lic #045407128

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Feather River Recreation & Park District Preschool

1875 Feather River Blvd. • 530.533.2011 www.frrpd.com DSM Ages: 18mos-5yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-5:30pm Play, play, play lots of unstructured indoor/outdoor play time, music/movement and a lot of hands-on activities. This is achieved through a variety of fun, age appropriate curriculum including Zoo Phonics. We are divided into five different groups with a structured daily routine. We encourage children to be independent thinkers, have compassion and build confidence. Lic# 045405901

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Orland Play School

717 Swift St. • 530.433.0990 teachingthemtofish@gmail.com SM Ages: 3yrs & Up • Times: M-F, 7:30AM-5:30 PM I provide play-based learning in a cozy home atmosphere. Lots of one-on-one, as well as unstructured indoor/outdoor activities. Lic# 115407467

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Redding Christian Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten

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

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Douglass Street Preschool

1290 Garden Ave. • (530) 529-0307 SM Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm Douglass Street Preschool is A Tehama County Department of Education program. We value each child and family and pride ourselves on providing a safe, nurturing environment that integrates your child’s interests into the learning process. We provide engaging hands-on activities that facilitate all aspects of development. Full year, full or part day options. Lic# 525406960

Sacred Heart Preschool Center

2285 Monroe Ave. • (530) 527-6727 DS Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am - 5:30pm www.shsredbluff.org Sacred Heart Preschool Program starts your child out with an education which focuses on morals, values, and faith. We provide an age appropriate academic experience that teaches through play and prepares the student for educational success in Kindergarten and beyond. Accepting applications for children 2-5 years old. Lic# 525407308

Tehama County Department Of Education State Preschool Programs Bidwell State Preschool 1052 Dumosa Dr. • (530) 529-5867 Red Bluff Lic. #525404771 M Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm

Columbia State Preschool

1623 Columbia Ave. • (530) 824-6528 Corning Lic. #525403214 SM Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm

Gerber State Preschool

23014 Chard Ave. • (530) 385-1537 Gerber Lic. #525403200 M Times: M-F, 8:30-11:30am & 12:30-3:30pm

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Jackson Heights State Preschool 224 Jackson St. • (530) 529-6741 Red Bluff Lic. #525405509 M Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm

Lincoln Street State Preschool 1265 Lincoln St. • (530) 528-7373 Red Bluff Lic. #525406421 SM Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm

Metteer State Preschool

695 Kimball Rd. • (530) 529-5214 Red Bluff Lic. #525403199 M Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm

Olive View State Preschool

521 Almond St. • (530) 824-5319 Corning Lic. #525405507 SM Times: M-F, 8:15-11:15am & 12:30-3:30pm Tehama County Department of Education State Preschool programs are for children ages 3- 5yrs. and are free or low cost to qualifying families. We value each child and family and pride ourselves on providing a safe, nurturing environment that integrates your child’s interests into the learning process. We provide engaging hands-on activities that facilitate all aspects of development.Full year, full or part day options.

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Columbia's Lion Cubs Preschool

10142 Old Oregon Trail • (530) 223-4070 x315 SM Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm Our experienced, qualified and nurturing teachers provide for every aspect of your child’s preschool experience. We offer full, extended and half-day programs with small class sizes, handson learning, kindergarten readiness and activities in all areas of learning. There is no residency requirement to live in the Columbia District for your child to attend the preschool. Lic# 455403185

Grant Preschool

8835 Swasey Drive • (530) 243-2773 www.grantpreschool.com S Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7am - 6pm 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

Munchkin University Infant Center & Preschool

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

Montessori Children's House of Shady Oaks

1410 Victor Ave. • (530) 222-0355 www. shadyoaksmontessori.com DS Ages: 2 yrs-K • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm Education begins at birth, building skills that last a lifetime. Montessori helps children become life-long independent learners through purposeful play. We provide engaging hands-on activities that facilitate all aspects of development. Lic # 455405949/451373317

Redding Co-op Preschool

658 Mary St. • (530) 241-4355 reddingcooppreschool.org S Ages:2 yr.9 months- 5 yrs • Times: 2 days a week or 3 days a week, 9am-12pm Providing a unique learning environment as a parent-participation preschool with a teacher/ director planned curriculum. Children experience learning through guided play. Activities include music and movement, arts and crafts, science and math, literature and language arts, as well as outdoor exploration. 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, Kindergarten Readiness with assessments. A full curriculum with cultural appreciation, farm animals, natural foods, plenty of time for reading books, empathy building, respect for others and a huge outdoor play area including a giant sandbox. Lic# 455405638

Trinity Lutheran Early Learning Center

2440 Hilltop Dr. • (530) 221-6686 DSM Ages: 2yrs-Pre-K Times: M-F, 7:30am - 5:45pm We at Trinity Lutheran Early Learning Center strongly believe that nothing is more important in the life of a young child than a thorough and meaningful Christian education, an education that teaches the young personabout the love of Christ, and how to share that love in all responsibilities and relationships. Lic# 451373105

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

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YMCA Collaborative Preschools (530) 246-9622 . www.sfymca.org. Manzanita . 1240 Manzanita Hills Ave., Redding Lic. #455406288 S Ages: 2-5 North Cottonwood, 19920 Gas Point Rd., Cottonwood Lic. #455406760 S Ages: 3-5 Offered in partnership with local schools. Providing safe learning environments designed to build school readiness, self-regulations and social skills. Year-round school options.

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This year’s Vaisakhi festival has more ethnic & spiritual diversity to experience! Come out for A Day For Non-Violence in Anderson to enjoy multicultural music, foods & more! Organized by the Sikh Center, this multicultural & educational event is sure to be quite special! See the 11th. (Shasta County)

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ART & MUSEUM EXHIBITS Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. Group/field trip visits by reservation. Free, but donations appreciated. Chico Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530)345-6468. Chico Children’s Museum. Experience the new wonderland in many different play exhibits with your child. Bond in a playful environment with the entire family. All ages. Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm & Sun, 12-5pm. $7-$9/person; ages 0-23mo free. 325 Main St. (530)809-1492. Chico Creek Nature Center. Experience nature indoors at this delightful, small, child-friendly location. Geared towards nature, animals & science. Meet a variety of reptiles, a western screech owl & a red-tailed

hawk. Includes a playroom for young children. Also offers seasonal children’s nature camps. Wed-Sat, 11am-3pm. Closed some holidays; call ahead. 1968 E 8th St. in lower Bidwell Park (530)891-4671. Chico Thru Time Exhibit. Explore Chico’s history in different themes. Housed in the historic Andrew Carnegie Library, families enjoy the changing exhibits & the knowledge that comes with each visit. Th-Sun, 11am-4pm. $3-$5. Chico History Museum, 141 Salem St. (530)891-4336. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Thru 5/12. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-5pm. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Monca: The Museum Of Northern California Art; Chico. Ongoing exhibitions with Nights of Art Making & panel discussions. For children: Outings with artists, field trips to the museum & educational outreach in the classroom. For families: films, live music & more. Guided tours avail. Th–Sun, 11am-5pm. $5; students & children free. 900 Esplanade. (530)487-7272. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. Donations appreciated. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting the tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. $3. Redding Reptiles, 991 Lake Blvd. (530)338-2445. Roots Of Wisdom: Native Knowledge, Shared Science Exhibit; Redding. Thru 5/5. Discover the unique partnership between Western science & traditional indigenous knowledge. Thru the voices of elders & youth, storytelling, hands-on activities & clever video games, you can gather resources, examine data & take part in the growing movement toward sustainability & the reclamation of age-old practices. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Wild Music Exhibit: Sounds & Songs Of Life; Ashland, OR. Wild Music invites visitors of all ages to expand their understanding of what makes music. Thru whimsical, hands-on activities you will hear & feel the music that surrounds you every day. All ages. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm; thru 9/2. $12/adults; $10/

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children & seniors; free ages 2 & under. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E Main St. (541)482-6767.

BIKE MONTH INFO Bike To School Week: May 8-12; Nationwide. Enjoy riding (or walking) to school with fellow students, staff & parents. In Chico, students get a chance to win a gift certificate to a local bike shop. Find out more at chicovelo.org. (530)343-8356. Bike To Work Week: May 13-17; Chico. Enjoy riding (or walking) to work with fellow employees & supervisors. Find out more at chicovelo.org. (530)343-8356. National Bike to School Day: May 8; Nationwide. Bike to School Day is a day when communities come together to celebrate a child’s active & safe trip to school. Call ahead to get resources & support with organizing an event at your school. All ages. Various schools participating. (530)245-6583. Shasta Bike Challenge: May 1-31; Shasta Co. Get your bike into gear and join the Shasta Bike Challenge! Each day you ride your bicycle to work, school, or wherever you want to go, get a free entry into a drawing for great prizes. The more days you ride, the more likely you’ll win a prize. All ages. 7am-8pm; thru 5/31. Free; reg. online at www.shastabikechallenge. org to join the fun. Healthy Shasta, 2660 Breslauer Way. (530)229-8456.

MONTH-LONG & SPECIAL HAPPENINGS Aquatic Adventures; Redding. Learn about water ecosystems & the importance of the Sacramento River through a variety of fun interpretive programs like fish & beaver feedings, turtle talks & training sessions. Wed-Sun, 2:30pm; thru 9/2. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages 2 & under free. 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (530)533-1000. Basecamp Boulders Climbing Gym; Mt. Shasta. Climbing fun on multiple routes in a bouldering room featuring about 600 sq. ft. of climbing surface. All ages

welcome; 14 & under with parent supervision. TueSun: 12-4pm. $5/day pass, $40/monthly pass; shoe rental $4. Shasta Base Camp, 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Family Value Night: Bowling & Pizza; Redding. Bring friends & family for 2 hours of unlimited bowling. Includes pizza & soda. Ages 4 & up. Daily, 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane up to 5 people, then $5/pp up to 8 players, includes shoes; must pre-reg. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Ishi Archery Club; Red Bluff. Enjoy some screen-free family time out on the archery range. Call for details & waiver info. Ages 6 & up with parental supervision. Open daily, dawn to dusk. $5/day-pass; $40/individual yearly pass; $45/family yearly pass. Hwy 36, 2.7 miles east of the junction. (530)347-5442. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Children enjoy an interactive play town with different building structures while parents enjoy complimentary water, coffee & cocoa. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. $9/day pass (ages 13mos-7yrs); $5/day pass (ages 12mos & under). KidzTopia Play Town, 1619 Hilltop Dr. (530)768-5600. Music For The Masses; Yreka. Learn how to play a new instrument every day or get the practice you want/ need. Choose from many different instruments. This class may also be funded by your child’s charter school. All ages. Tue-Sat, times vary. $35/lesson; must pre-reg. Shoppe Serendipity, 404 S Main St. (530)598-0075. Painting & Drawing Lessons; Chico. Artist & instructor Janet Lombardi Blixt invites children & adults to enjoy creative exploration with painting & drawing in a supportive & friendly instructional atmosphere. After-school & homeschool classes avail. Ages 7 & up. Mon-Sat, time varies. $35/weekly. Chico Art School & Gallery, 261 E. 3rd St. (530)570-3895. Parrot Playhouse; Redding. Walk through an interactive aviary featuring beautiful Australian lorikeets; feed colorful birds from your hand. Wed-Sun, 9:30am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10:30am-4pm. Closed 11:45am-1pm daily. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; ages 3 & under free. Nectar cups $1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

GOING PLACES MAY Paul Bunyan’s Forest Camp; Redding. Children view the animals & explore hands-on exhibits like the new Smokejumper exhibit, then stroll outside to enjoy play equipment, the Parrot Playhouse & the seasonal butterfly house. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun 10am-4pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Shasta Rock Club; Redding. Climbing gym aimed at building community by inspiring, educating & challenging people thru a unique rock climbing experience. All ages. Mon-Fri, 1-9pm; Sat & Sun, 10am-6pm. $14/ adult; $11/youth; individual & family memberships avail (depending on experience level); $4 shoe rental avail. 2325 Athens Ave. (530)691-4505. Siskiyou Science Festival: Science Or Magic?; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for the 2nd annual week-long science festival. The week-long events include daily presentations & tours throughout the county. All ages. 5/13-19; event times vary. Free. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. U-Pick Cherries; Yankee Hill. Come out for hay rides with a glorious view, take photos & enjoy juicy fresh cherries right from a 600-tree cherry orchard. Cherries expected to be ready approx. end of May thru 3rd weekend in June; check website & Facebook for daily updates. All ages. Daily, 9am-4 pm. $5/lb. Stage Coach Lane Ranch, 11258 Nelson Bar Rd. (530)532-0191. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Beginning 5/11. Enjoy a fun-filled educational wildlife show where you will see animals exhibiting their natural behaviors in a captivating & inspiring atmosphere. With great new animals this season, this show is one you won’t forget. All ages. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 8/18. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Wings Of Summer: Butterflies!; Redding. Beginning 5/4. Summer takes flight with one of Turtle Bay’s most beloved & popular exhibits. Visitors can view hundreds of butterflies in a tranquil, enclosed garden. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9:30am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10:30am-4pm; closed 11:45am-1pm daily; thru 6/30. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Y Club Tween & Teen Enrichment Program; Shasta County. Offers food, fun, facilitated activities, homework help, a computer lab, fitness (including swimming, basketball & other court sports), a chance to socialize, leadership development & more. Ages 12-18. Mon-Fri, 2-6pm. Must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Young Musicians Program; Yreka. Learn how to play a new instrument every day or get the practice you want/need. This class is grant funded & limited space avail. Ages 7-19. Tue-Sat, times vary. $10/lesson; must pre-reg. Shoppe Serendipity, 404 S Main St. (530)598-0075.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Preschool Storytime & Toy Van Visit; Oroville. Enjoy storytime & borrow toys from Valley Oak’s mobile toy lending library. Ages 3-5. 1st Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7641. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids. All ages. It’s lots of fun. Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.

GLENN COUNTY Crafty Kids; Willows. Children get creative at this fun weekly event with make-&-take crafting activities. Ages 7 & up. Wed, drop in any time between 1-4pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156. Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music & a related craft. All ages. Wed, 11am. Free. Orland Free Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640. Willows Nurturing Nest Playgroup. Parents & children enjoy interactive play while building social & emotional skills for future educational experiences & success. Ages 5 & under. M/W/F, 9:30-11am. Free. The Nurturing Nest, 1035 West Wood St. (530)934-6882.

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Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing children to music. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $5/class. (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Open House: Kindergarten & Preschool Round Up; Oak Run. Families of prospective preschool or kindergarten students come out to explore a public Montessori School. Teachers & students will be presenting lessons & answering questions about the Montessori program. Ages 3-6. 4-6pm. Free. Oak Run Elementary School, 27635 Oak Run to Fern Rd. (530)472-3241. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Parents & others caring for children share ideas, support & info. Wed, 6-7:30pm, year-round. Free, drop-ins welcome, childcare avail. Bridges to Success Cottage, 1544 Magnolia St. (530)225-0350. Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 0-5 & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Burney Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages 5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month; try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn, then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru 7/31. $6 drop-in; first 3 classes free. Community Center, Anderson City Hall, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Storytime & Play; Redding. Hear a resident storyteller read a story & encourage interaction in a song & educational activity. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Wed, 10-10:30am. $9/day pass (ages 13mos7yrs); $5/day pass (ages 12mos & under). KidzTopia Play Town, 1619 Hilltop Dr. (530)768-5600. Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon-Th or Sat; times vary by level. $43-$52/session; must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Teen Advisory Board; Anderson. Want to volunteer? Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events, make & donate things to the community & help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18. 1st & 3rd Wed, 4-5:30pm; thru 12/18. Free. Anderson Branch Library, 3200 West Center St. (530)245-7261. Whisper The Bobcat’s 5th Birthday; Redding. Whisper has been at Turtle Bay since she was only 5-weeks old. Come celebrate & make a card for her as the animal caretakers give her presents & a cake. All ages. 3:30pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with other animals & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770.

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Enjoy a full day of fun at the Pioneer Day Parade & Community Artisan Faire in Chico! With much to celebrate, we know you will have a good time! See the 4th. (Butte County)

Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep dances & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. Adult and youth members: $20/8 classes; adult non-members: $7/class or $20/4 classes; youth non-members: $5 class. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Children’s Storytime; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Dunsmuir Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. Wed, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031.

Award-winning animated feature. Watch talented Chico State performers, see the beautiful sets & costumes & enjoy listening to the live orchestra. All ages. Th-Sat, 7:30pm; thru 5/5. $8-$20. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152. After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Awards Ceremony—24th Juried Turner Student Print Exhibition & 17th Ink & Clay; Chico. Reception to follow in the galleries’ lobby. This annual exhibition showcases outstanding student work in printmaking, complemented by works of excellence in ceramics. All ages. Th, 5pm; thru 5/11. Free. Janet Turner Print Museum, Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall (PAC 134), 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-4476. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. Weekly playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive, all homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. Call for location & group info or find them on Facebook. (530)828-9288. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. Free; donations appreciated. Chico Airport, 165 Ryan Ave. (530)345-6468. Chico Thursday Night Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, handmade items, live entertainment & much more. Th,

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presented by Anderson High School Spanish club. Stickers & craft provided by First 5 Shasta. Ages 5 & under. 3:30pm. Free. Anderson Branch Library, 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Buti Yoga; Redding. Experience this new yoga that is a dynamic combination of tribal dance, plyometrics & a unique core spiraling technique. All of this combines to create an amazing yoga practice that will sculpt your core & challenge you. Ages 12 & up. Tue/Th, 4:30pm. $12 (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 North Court St. (530)246-9622. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome). Th, 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. $5. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Musical Presented By Shasta High; Redding. Shasta High’s award-winning music department celebrates its 50th musical with the full theatrical production of “The Little Mermaid” including a live orchestra, professional costumes & staging. Ages 5 & up. Th-Sat, 7pm; thru 5/11. $20/adults; $15/ages 14 & under. David Marr Theatre, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)341-2988. Dog Training; Redding. This 6-week course will empower you to train your dog to have basic obedience commands. All ages. Th, 5:30-6:30pm; thru 6/6. $100; must pre-reg. Benton Dog Park, 1700 Airpark Dr. (530)225-4095. Drop-In Toddler & Preschool Gymnastics; Redding. A fun combination of gymnastics, strength & conditioning. Children learn age-appropriate skills & drills on floor, beam, bar & springboard. Ages 3-5. Th, 10:1511am. $7.50/class (Y members $5/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Families Honoring Our Troops; Redding. This small action & support group works on projects that honor our troops. All are welcome. 1st Th, 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. Freestyle Fun With Ninjakour; Redding. This program is designed to teach how to move from one point to another as smoothly, efficiently and quickly as possible using the abilities of the human body through an obstacle course in a structured & safe environment. Ages 4-12. Mon, 5-6pm (beginner); Mon/Th, 5-6pm (beginner) or 6-7pm (intermediate). $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. G-Force Gymnastics Thursday Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5): intro to tumbling & trampolines to learn safety, skills, terminology & social interaction; 4-4:45pm, $50/month. Tumblefun (ages 6-10): intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun training skills for exercise; 4-5pm, $55/ month. All classes coached by owners Tarro & Julie. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Girls Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnasts become familiar with beam, floor, trampoline & vault. Ages 4-12. Mon-Th, times vary. $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. “Gypsy” Musical; Redding. Numerous critics & writers have called “Gypsy” the greatest American musical. For adults. Th- Sat, 7:30pm; thru 5/5. $23-$27. Cascade Theatre, 1371 Market St. (530)949-0048. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Focuses on building physical fitness & enhancing skill development with age-appropriate activities & more. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. Fees vary. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Hula Classes; Redding. Students learn about Hawaiian culture with dance, music, songs, chants, stories, weaving & more. Tue/Th, 4-5pm (ages 6-14) or 5-7pm (ages 15 & up); thru 5/30. $50; must pre-reg. Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill. (530)225-4095. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Ages 5-10. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. $10/class (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

GOING PLACES MAY KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Children enjoy an interactive play town with different building structures while parents enjoy complimentary water, coffee & cocoa. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. $9/day pass (ages 13mos-7yrs); $5/day pass (ages 12mos & under). KidzTopia Play Town, 1619 Hilltop Dr. (530)768-5600. Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:15-7pm (ages 9 & up). $25/mo. Anderson City Hall Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Little Explorers: Space Explorers; Redding. Become a space explorer this week. Discover the moon & all things out of this world. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Offered to the community at no cost thanks to grant support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity Health. Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages 5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month; try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. Children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. $75/month; shoe rental avail. 2325 Athens Ave. (530)691-4505. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. Ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. Anderson Family Health & Dental Center, 2801 Silver St. (530)378-0486. Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon-Th or Sat; times vary by level. $43-$52/session; must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Increase your skills & self-confidence as you learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome. Ages 13 & up. Tue/Th, 7:30-8:30pm. $50/month (Y members $35/month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children grades K-8 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome; must be able to identify right & left hands. $45/month. (Y members $30). Tue/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES technique & skills at the intermediate/advanced level. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. Adult and youth members: $20/8 classes; adult non-members: $7/class or $20/4 classes; youth non-members: $5 class. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Bilingual Story Time; Red Bluff. Join the fun & celebrate the Day of the Child—Day of the Book. This Spanish & English bilingual story time will feature stories, songs & crafts. Ages 6 & under. 10am. Free. Red Bluff Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Children enjoy small art project, story & movement songs, parachute & bubble time then go home with a memorable stamp for the road. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. $12; $8/siblings. Little Feet at Play, 658 Rio St. (925)989-8497. Tehama County District Fair; Red Bluff. Head out for the 99th annual fair full of fun for the entire family. Enjoy entertainment, petting zoo, Kid’s rodeo, daily food contests & more. All ages. 5/2-5. Th, 4-10pm. $5-$10. Tehama District Fairgrounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920.

3 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY 2019 Spring Musical: Disney’s “Beauty & The Beast”; Chico. Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature. Watch talented Chico State performers, see the beautiful sets & costumes & enjoy listening to the live orchestra. All ages. 5/2-4, 7:30pm. $8-$20. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152. Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect with your little one during this special storytime. Ages

SISKIYOU COUNTY Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Family Nursing Circle; Mt. Shasta. Come nurse, play & share your questions & successes around the journey of nursing & motherhood. All ages. Th, 10am12pm. Free. Shasta Midwives Birthing Center, 703 S. A St. (831)234-4794. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops Please say you saw it in North State Parent magazine. This helps us grow!

18mos & under. Fri, 10:30-11am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages 2 & under free. 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (530)533-1000. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Billboard Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Butte Parent Café; Chico. A free family night out with dinner & good conversation. A place to meet other community members in a relaxed environment. Childcare provided. All ages. 1st Fri, 6-8pm. Chico Junior High, 280 Memorial Way. (530)899-4940. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fri, 10am-12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem, make friends & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:30-5:30pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150. (530)897-0900. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm. Free. California Therapy Horses Ranch, 43 Canyon Dr. (530)321-9164. Night At The Museum; Chico. A behind the scenes mystery tour for kids only. This year’s mystery: Bird Brain Edition. Docents help children use their own mental muscles to solve puzzles, decode fossils & meet some cool living dinosaurs. Includes pizza dinner. Ages 5-12. 6-9pm. $25/child; $5 sibling discount; must pre-reg. CSU, Valene Smith Museum of Anthropology, 400 W. 1st St. (530) 898-5397. Play Date At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Bring your friends & make some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am12pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.

Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with music. Fri, 10pm-1am. $11.99/person, includes shoes; or $3.89/game + $3.59/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Monca Art Exhibit: Trapeze Acrobats; Chico. View oil paintings featuring acrobats, divers, gymnasts & dancers. Ages 12 & up. Th-Sun, 11am-5pm; thru 5/25. See the 2nd.

GLENN COUNTY Willows Nurturing Nest Playgroup. Parents & children enjoy interactive play while building social & emotional skills for future educational experiences & success. Ages 5 & under. M/W/F, 9:30-11am. Free. The Nurturing Nest, 1035 West Wood St. (530)934-6882.

JACKSON COUNTY, OR Wild Music Exhibit: Sounds & Songs Of Life; Ashland, OR. Wild Music invites visitors of all ages to expand their understanding of what makes music. Thru whimsical, hands-on activities you will hear & feel the music that surrounds you every day. All ages. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm; thru 9/2. $12/adults; $10/ children & seniors; free ages 2 & under. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E Main St. (541)482-6767.

SHASTA COUNTY Arts & Crafts Day; Redding. Your littles explore their own creativity with a new craft each week. Parents are welcome to participate & enjoy complimentary coffee. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Fri, 4pm. $9/day pass (ages 13mos-7yrs); $5/day pass (ages 12mos & under). KidzTopia Play Town, 1619 Hilltop Dr. Suite K. (530)768-5600. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes & ages welcome. 6-7pm/Fri or 4-5pm/Sun; weather permitting. $60/year membership, races Fri ($12) & Sun ($7). Margaret Polf Park, Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)949-9247. Buti Yoga; Redding. Experience this new yoga that is a dynamic combination of tribal dance, plyometrics & a unique core spiraling technique. All of this combines to create an amazing yoga practice that will sculpt your core & challenge you. Ages 12 & up. Fri, 9am. $12 (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 North Court St. (530)246-9622. Dale Maynor Fitness Training; Redding. This fun & motivating 30-min workout led by a professional fitness & weight loss specialist tones your body & obliterates fat. Ages 18 & up. M/W/F, times vary; thru 5/31. $30/month; $4/drop-in; must pre-reg. Caldwell Park, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Musical Presented By Shasta High; Redding. Shasta High’s award-winning music department celebrates its 50th musical with the full theatrical production of “The Little Mermaid” including a live orchestra, professional costumes & staging. Ages 5 & up. Th-Sat, 7pm; thru 5/11. $20/adults; $15/ages 14 & under. David Marr Theatre, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)341-2988. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. Enjoy conditioning & strengthening activities; learn kicks & punches with punching bags. Ages 5 & up. 4-5pm. $25/class/ per family (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. $5/hour morning session or $6/members; $10/non-members evening session. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. $7/jumper, parent free. Reusable jump socks required, $3. 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. www.northstateparent.com • May 2019

GOING PLACES MAY Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. “Gypsy” Musical; Redding. Numerous critics & writers have referred to “Gypsy” as the greatest American musical. For adults. Th- Sat, 7:30pm; thru 5/5. $23-$27. Cascade Theatre, 1371 Market St. (530)949-0048. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri,10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly playdate for children & parents. Find park updates on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting the tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. $3. Redding Reptiles, 991 Lake Blvd. (530)338-2445. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy an unlimited night of bowling, a laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15 (includes shoe rental). 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great way for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages 5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month; try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES United Methodist Women’s Thrift Shop; Redding. Find gently used clothing for the whole family & more. All ages. 1st Fri & Sat, 9am-3pm (Fri); 9-11am (Sat); thru 12/7. Free to browse. First United Methodist Church, East St. (530)355-9470. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY 4th Annual Zach Swan Memorial Alumni Basketball Game; Dunsmuir. Support a good cause & enjoy 50/50 raffle, silent auction, prizes, giveaways, family fun & more. All proceeds benefit graduating seniors at Dunsmuir High. All ages. 6-8:30pm. Free. Dunsmuir High School, 5805 High School Way. (530)235-4835. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. Donations appreciated. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Children enjoy small art project, story & movement songs, parachute & bubble time then go home with a memorable stamp for the road. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. $12; $8/siblings. Little Feet at Play, 658 Rio St. (925)989-8497. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. Tehama County District Fair; Red Bluff. Head out for the 99th annual fair full of fun for the entire family. Enjoy entertainment, petting zoo, Kid’s rodeo, daily food contests & more. All ages. 5/2-5. Fri, 4-11:30pm. $5-$10. Tehama District Fairgrounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920.

4 | SATURDAY BUTTE COUNTY 2019 Spring Musical: Disney’s “Beauty & The Beast”; Chico. Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature. Watch talented Chico State performers, see the beautiful sets & costumes & enjoy listening to the live orchestra. All ages. 2pm & 7:30pm. $8-$20. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152.

2019 Wildflower Music Festival; Chico. Enjoy a day of fun for the whole family while supporting a fundraising event for Wildflower Open Classroom School. Enjoy a full line-up of amazing talent, children’s activities, food vendors, crafts, a jump-house & more. All ages. 11:30am-8pm. $45; kids 10 & under free. The End of Normal, 2500 Estes Rd. (530)892-1676. 40th Annual Endangered Species Faire; Chico. Enjoy an event for all ages, with environmental education, music, food vendors, eco-entertainment, a rescued animal show & a larger than life puppet parade. Stop by the North State Parent booth to say hello & make a fun craft! All ages. 11am-4pm. Free. Cedar Grove & Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th St. (530)891-6424. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Enjoy a weekend visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages 2 & under free. 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (530)533-1000. Bidwell Bar Day; Oroville. Enjoy good old fashion pioneer fun with entertainment throughout the day. Learn how to make pioneer crafts, shop at the Toll House for homemade jellies & hand-made gifts & enjoy food & drinks for sale. All ages. 12-4pm. Free. Bidwell Canyon Recreation area, Bidwell Canyon Rd. Toll House & Suspension Bridge. (530)538-2219. Book Sale; Chico. Find great books at low prices at this fundraising event hosted by Chico Friends of the Library. Sat, 9-11:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chico Montessori Open House; Chico. Meet the teachers, play in the yard & explore the wonderful play-based learning classrooms. Ages 3-5.

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GOING PLACES MAY 9:30-11:30am. Free. Chico Montessori Children’s House, 814 Glenn St. (530)342-5518. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. Free with museum admission, $5-$7; ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Girls On The Run 5K Fun-Run; Oroville. Support this program that inspires girls as they recognize their inner strength & what makes them unique. All ages. 7:45am reg. & fun; 9am run. $30/adult; $15/ ages 12 & under. Butte College, 3536 Butte Campus Dr. (530)636-0786. Investigation Station: Cool Chemistry; Chico. Stop by the Investigation Station every Saturday to participate in fun, hands-on activities. All ages. 12-2pm. $5-7; members & ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai (“paper-theatre”) & Japanese songs & crafts. 1st Sat, 1pm. All ages. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am sharp, call to confirm. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Pioneer Day Parade & Community Artisan Faire; Chico. This year’s theme is Celebrating John Bidwell’s 200th Birth Year & Resilience of Butte Strong! Pancake breakfast at 7:30am at 3rd & Salem, parade at 10am & community BBQ lunch to follow at the Chico City Plaza. Enjoy live music, dance exhibitions & entertainment for youth. All ages. 7:30am-6pm. Free. Downtown Chico. (530)680-8060. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. $7/child, includes quad skate rental; parents skate free. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276. Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.50 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Toastmaster’s Gavel Club Meeting; Chico. An affiliation of Toastmasters International, Gavel Club gives kids the same experience as a regular Toastmasters Club. The program will help children be

assertive & find joy in speaking & active listening. Ages 18 & under. 1st & 3rd Sat, 4:30-5:30pm; thru Dec. Free. Mountain Mike’s Pizza banquet room, 1105 W. 5th St. (530)228-6120. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with music. Sat, 9pm-1am. $5.64/per person/game + $4.29/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am-2pm. See the 2nd.

JACKSON COUNTY, OR Star Wars Day: May The Fourth Be With You; Ashland. Celebrate all things Star Wars as the ScienceWorks Museum is turned into a Rebel Base for the day. From building miniature hovercrafts to building hologram projection units, Rebels, Stormtroopers, Jedis & Siths alike will find out how science & The Force have a lot in common. Enjoy music, hands-on activities & more. All ages. 10am-5pm. $12/adults; $10/children & seniors; ages 2 & under free. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E Main St. (541)482-6767. Wild Music Exhibit: Sounds & Songs Of Life; Ashland, OR. Wild Music invites visitors of all ages to expand their understanding of what makes music. All ages. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm; thru 9/2. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Baby & Me Gymnastics; Redding. Toddlers learn basic motor skills, patience, sharing, balance, coordination, basic gymnastics & movement. Ages 16mos-3yrs. Sat, 9:15-10am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown Festival; Shasta Lake. Celebrate this annual community festival with this year’s theme, Shasta Lake Strong, & enjoy a pancake breakfast at Shasta Lake Fire Station with the parade to follow on Shasta Dam Blvd. Followed by a day in the park with music, kids games, craft & food vendors & health fair. All ages. 6am-5pm; breakfast 6-10am. Free. Clair Engle Park, 1525 Median Ave. (530)949-2759. Buti Yoga; Redding. Experience this new yoga that is a dynamic combination of tribal dance, plyometrics & a unique core spiraling technique. All of this combines to create an amazing yoga practice that will sculpt your core & challenge you. Ages 12 & up. 1st & 3rd Sat, 9am. $12 (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 North Court St. (530)246-9622. Charlie Rabbit & Friends At The Spring Plant Sale; Redding. Have gardening fun & get your wiggles out in the Gardens (or Greenhouse in rain). Featuring gardening & nature activities for young children & siblings, parents & grandparents. Meet at West entrance of Gardens. 10am-1pm. Free with park or garden admission ($3/garden; $12-$16/park). McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 1135 Arboretum Dr. (530)243-8850. Comic Book Day; Redding. Come create your own comic book, play graphic novel bingo & enjoy more surprises. All ages. 10am-12pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

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SUMMER Summer Program

8-week program; June 17-August 9 Mon-Fri 7:30am - 5:30 pm Cost: $100. Youth 2nd to 8th grade.

Fun, world-class programs led by professionally trained staff. Nutritious snacks and meals are included.

Sports & Games, Pottery & Art Brain Gain, Field Trips, Gardening, Outdoor Adventures

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June 23 - 29, Sun–Sat

Seeking boys and girls ages 8-16 for the 7th Annual Summer Theatre Camp. Auditions held at COS Black Box Theatre

Ages: 10-18 • Day Camp: $42

Spend a full week receiving instruction by four of the most respected Jazz and Show Choir directors, composers and choreographers in the USA! Come join the fun! Info: rslabbinck@siskiyous.edu

Summer Soccer Clinic

Boys & Girls Ages 7-18 • Cost: $50 per player

June 17‐20, 9am - 12pm

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All participants must prepare 16 bars of a musical theatre song and be ready to dance. Camp dates July 8-August 4, 9am2pm. Camp fee: $151. Audition sign up: crazy-for-you-auditions.appointlet.com Info: shastastudios@yahoo.com

Basketball Clinic

Boys & Girls Ages 6-18 • Cost: $115

July 8-11, 8am-12pm (Ages 6-13) & 1-5pm (Ages 14-18)

Campers will receive instruction in ball handling, shooting, offense, passing, defense, and fundamentals of the game of basketball. Space in the camp is limited to 80 participants. Info: heath@siskiyous.edu

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Cottonwood Spring Faire. Enjoy this town-wide shopping event. Bring a friend & come fall in love with the historic Town of Cottonwood. Quaint shops, antiques, artisan vendor square, eateries & music. All ages. 10am-4pm. Free. Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce, 20595 Gas Point Rd. (530)347-6800. Creative Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12. Sat, 10-11am. $25; must pre-reg. Redding School of the Arts Activity Center, 955 Inspiration Place. (530)605-6108. Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Musical Presented By Shasta High; Redding. Shasta High’s award-winning music department celebrates its 50th musical with the full theatrical production of “The Little Mermaid” including a live orchestra, professional costumes & staging. Ages 5 & up. 2pm. $20/adults; $15/ ages 14 & under. David Marr Theatre, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)341-2988. Enterprise Parent Club Spring Craft Bazaar; Redding. Spend a day shopping local. Browse booths with homemade items such as wood crafts, candles, jewelry, yard decor & more. Enjoy basket raffle, bake sale & food to purchase. All ages. 9am-3pm. $1 donation includes raffle ticket; ages 14 & under free. Enterprise High School—Manatowa Gym, 3411 Churn Creek Rd. (530)229-7960. Foraging Nature Walk: HarvestWild; Redding. Enjoy a fully guided foraging nature walk with foraging instructor & author, Wolfgang Rougle. You will learn about wild edibles & medicines. All ages. 9:3011:30am. $35/person; $60/rate for 2. John Reginato River Access, 3810 S. Bonnyview Rd. (530)351-2658. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496.

Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14 practice & have fun using trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & more. Supervised free play. 10:30am-12:30pm. $10/child (members $8). 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. “Gypsy” Musical; Redding. Numerous critics and writers have referred to “Gypsy” as the greatest American musical. For adults. 2pm & 7:30pm. $23-$27. Cascade Theatre, 1371 Market St. (530)949-0048. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Lifeguard Training, First Aid & CPR Pro; Redding. This class will certify you to become a lifeguard in both deep & shallow water. Age 15 & up. Sat/Sun, 8am-6pm; thru 5/18. $195; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Party In The Park; Redding. Enjoy this 5th annual party in the park with live music, face painting, games, BBQ meal, bounce houses, raffle & auction. All proceeds support Shasta Union Elementary School’s post-Carr Fire fundraiser. All ages. 5-9pm. Free. Shasta State Historical park, 15312 Hwy 299. (530)243-1110. Pet Fest; Anderson. Bring your entire family for a fun afternoon of Pups & Pints with children’s activities, arts & crafts vendors, bounce house, food & animal skill

demos. Enter your fabulously talented dog in the Westmuttster dog show to compete for some great prizes. Licenses clinic available too. 12-5pm. All ages. Haven Humane Campus, 7449 Eastside Rd. (530)241-1653. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. Pickleball is a racquet sport played on a badminton court with a hard paddle & a whiffle ball. For adults. Beginners welcome. In cool weather: Mon-Sat, 8-11am. Free. Enterprise Park Outdoor Roller Rink, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Pokémon League; Anderson. League events are a great way to learn game basics & get the feel for Pokémon competitive play. Using your own cards & Pokémon video games, you can play, trade & earn cool prizes. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 12/28. Free. Average Ape Comics & Games, 2325 Balls Ferry Rd. (530)378-5515. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting the tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. $3. Redding Reptiles, 991 Lake Blvd. (530)338-2445. Rising Stars; Redding. From tap to jazz this class will teach it all through games, music & plenty of fun. Ages 2-4 & 5-8. Sat, 9-9:50am & 10-10:50am; thru 5/18. $35; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Enjoy an unlimited night of bowling, a laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15 includes shoe rental. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free.

1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am. $6/jumper, parent free (reusable jump socks required, $3). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Shasta Lake Farmers Market Opening Night; Shasta Lake City. During Boomtown weekend, celebrate the opening night & start the season off with a bang by checking out local vendors & more. Enjoy an art walk featuring local artists. All ages. 4:30-9pm. Free. Heritage Roasting Co., 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1990. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. A time for tweens & young teens to roller skate & dance. Fun music, video arcade, well-supervised. Parents can drop in (no charge). Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. $4.50/skate, $4.50/dance or $7/both, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. United Methodist Women’s Thrift Shop; Redding. Find gently used clothing for the whole family & more. All ages. 1st Fri & Sat, 9am-3pm (Fri); 9-11am (Sat); thru 12/7. Free to browse. First United Methodist Church, East St. (530)355-9470. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. These amazing animals live peaceful & free lives on 5,000 acres with other animals & plant life. All ages. Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. Wild Horse Sanctuary, 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530)474-5770. Wings Of Summer: Butterflies!; Redding. Summer takes flight with one of Turtle Bay’s most beloved & popular exhibits. Visitors can view hundreds of butterflies in a tranquil, enclosed garden. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9:30am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10:30am-4pm; closed 11:45am-1pm daily; thru 6/30. Free for members or

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GOING PLACES MAY with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. YMCA Open House; Shasta County. Come out for free swim assessments. Find more info online or call. All ages. 9am-1pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Focus is on the tricks & techniques for doing the moves the right way & looking good. All ages. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. $10/youth, $15/adult. Mt. Shasta City Park Dance Hall, 1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. $5/day pass; $4/shoe rental. 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-2359. Community Weed Pull Event; Mt. Shasta. Volunteers needed for the 4th annual Mt. Shasta Community Invasive Weed Pull. Bring gloves & marked tools & dress to get down & dirty. Enjoy prizes, breakfast & lunch. Should it rain, event will take place on 5/11. All ages. 9am-2pm. Free; must pre-reg. Mt. Shasta City Park’s Upper Lodge, 1315 Nixon Rd. (813)892-3785. Family Fun Carnival; Yreka. Enjoy old-style carnival games & carousel rides with food vendors avail. All ages. 1st Sat, 11am-2pm; thru Oct. Free. Third St. at Miner St. (530)917-9478.

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Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. Donations appreciated. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508.

Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. (530)513-1507. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $3); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm; $10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Sundays At Two; Chico. Enjoy an afternoon of jazz today. All ages. 2pm. Free. Zingg Recital Hall, 400 W 1st St. (530)898-6333. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. WedSun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. See the 4th.

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2019 Spring Musical: Disney’s “Beauty & The Beast”; Chico. Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature. Watch talented Chico State performers, see the beautiful sets & costumes & enjoy listening to the live orchestra. All ages. 2pm. $8-$20. Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Enjoy a weekend visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. $6-$20; ages 2 & under free. 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (530)533-1000. “Cinderella” Opera By Gioachino Rossini; Chico. Part of this year’s San Francisco Grand Opera Cinema series. Spanish conductor Jesus López-Cobos leads a superb cast as they retell the story thru opera. All ages. 2pm. $10-$18. Zingg Recital Hall, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333. Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film that’s suitable for all ages. Sun, 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Paradise Symphony Orchestra Presents Twinkle With The Stars Concert; Paradise. Featuring young artist concert winners, this 60th Diamond Anniversary Season concert is one you won’t want to miss. Enjoy the many sounds of the night with performances by the Paradise Symphony Orchestra. All ages. 7pm. $15-$20; ages 17 & under free with paying adult.

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/ drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. Tehama County District Fair; Red Bluff. Head out for the 99th annual fair full of fun for the entire family. Enjoy entertainment, petting zoo, Kid’s rodeo, daily food contests & more. All ages. 5/2-5. Sat, 8am-11:30pm. $5-$10. Tehama District Fairgrounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920. Guided Bird Tour; Red Bluff. A bird lover’s dream. Take a guided tour through the fascinating world of the great outdoors. Bring binoculars, camera & weather-appropriate attire. All ages. 1st Sat, 8am. Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale Lane. (530)527-1196. The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff. Year-round certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts. Co-sponsored by the Red Bluff Chamber & Slow Food Shasta Cascade. 9am-12pm, rain or shine. 100 Main St. (530)527-6220.

JACKSON COUNTY, OR First Sunday At ScienceWorks; Ashland, OR. Bring the family to learn & explore in a wonderful hands-on museum that’s home to more than 100 varied exhibits. 10am-5pm. $3 admission today. ScienceWorks HandsOn Museum, 1500 East Main St. (541)482-6767.

SHASTA COUNTY “Gypsy” Musical; Redding. Numerous critics and writers have referred to “Gypsy” as the greatest American musical. For adults. 3pm. $23-$27. Cascade Theatre, 1371 Market St. (530)949-0048.

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Science or Magic?

Magic Performances: May 13, 7pm • Yreka Theater and May 15, 7pm • Weed Community Center Festival: May 18, 10am-3pm • Downtown Mt. Shasta Monday, May 13

“Magic of Science” Performance Yreka Community Theater – 7pm

Tuesday, May 14

Magic and a Movie at Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum – 7pm

Wednesday, May 15 Fire Tour – 10am - 2pm (Lunch included)

“Magic of Science” Performance Weed Community Center – 7pm

Thursday, May 16

“Fire-nado: Fire Magic or Fire Science?” – Presentation and panel discussion at Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum – 7pm

ALL FREE! • Magic Acts • Mr. Freeze • Hands-On Interactive Exhibits •

Friday, May 17

Tour – Scott River Ranch “The Magic of Plants and Animals” – 10am-3pm (Lunch included) Tour – Denny Bar Distillery “The Magic of Fermentation” – 4:30 - 5:30pm “Magic of Geology” – U.S.G.S. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum – 7pm

Sunday, May 19

Tour – Dough Hook Bakery – The Magic of Yeast – 1pm - 3pm Tour – Mt. Shasta Trail Association Hike – 9am - 4:30pm – Castle Crags Tour – Spring Hill – with Siskiyou Land Trust – 9am

Saturday, May 18

All-Day Festival – Mt. Shasta Blvd, Mt. Shasta, 10am - 3pm Tour – Sisson Meadow with Siskiyou Land Trust – 11:30am Bill Hirt – “Magic of Paleomagnetism” – Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 7pm

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GOING PLACES MAY Native Plant ID & Uses; Redding. Join native Wintu Ted Dawson on a walk while he locates, identifies & explains medicinal & general uses of native plants. Today’s presentation will include making a natural poison oak remedy. All ages. 1-3pm. Free. Horsetown Clear Creek Preserve, HCCP parking area Clear Creek Rd., just west of the Clear Creek Bridge. (530)229-7648. Old-Time Fiddle Jams; Redding. Enjoy the sounds & sights of fiddles, flattop guitars & more as you sit back or dance to bluegrass & Americana music. All ages. 1st Sun, 1-4pm; thru Dec 2019. Free. St. James Lutheran Church, 2500 Shasta View Blvd. (530)200-4820. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. Donations appreciated. 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Tehama County District Fair; Red Bluff. Head out for the last day of the 99th annual fair full of fun for the entire family. Enjoy entertainment, petting zoo, Kid’s rodeo, daily food contests & more. All ages. Sun, 12-8pm. $5-$10. Tehama District Fairgrounds, 650 Antelope Blvd. (530)527-5920.

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THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 2 & under. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Dale Maynor Fitness Training; Redding. This fun & motivating 30-min workout led by a professional fitness & weight loss specialist tones your body & obliterates fat. Ages 18 & up. M/W/F, times vary; thru 5/31. $30/month; $4/drop-in; must pre-reg. Caldwell Park, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Freestyle Fun With Ninjakour; Redding. This program is designed to teach how to move from one point to another as smoothly, efficiently and quickly as possible using the abilities of the human body through an obstacle course in a structured & safe environment. Ages 4-12. Mon, 5-6pm (beginner); Mon/Th, 5-6pm (beginner) or 6-7pm (intermediate). $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. G-Force Gymnastics Monday Classes; Redding. Tumblefun (ages 6-10): intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun training skills for exercise; 4-5pm, $55/month. Powertumble (ages 14-18): focus is on power tumbling for beginner thru advanced. Athletes will use T & T equipment to reinforce skills; 7-8 pm, $55/month. All classes coached by owners Tarro & Julie. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Girls Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnasts become familiar with beam, floor, trampoline & vault. Ages 4-12. Mon-Th, times vary. $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Girls Gymnastics/Dance Class; Redding. In this fun, upbeat class for girls, gymnastics meets dance. This circuit incorporates gymnastics, ballet & other dance genres. Ages 5-8. Mon, 3-3:45pm. $35/month. (Y members $25/month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Hokema’s Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This sewing series is designed for beginners as well as those who have sewing experience in grades 4-12. Beginners will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages 10-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru 5/21. $20/class; must pre-reg; limited space. Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970. Hokema’s Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series is designed for beginners as well as those who have sewing experience in grades 4-12. Beginners will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages 10-18. Mon/Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru 5/21. $20/class; must pre-reg; limited space. Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970. Kajukenbo Martial Arts; Redding. Kajukenbo is a combined self-defense martial arts style created in Hawaii by five martial arts practitioners with diverse styles. Age 8 & up. Mon/Wed, 5:30-6:30pm (ages 8-12) or 6:30-7:30pm (ages 13 & up); thru 5/29. $55; must pre-reg. Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Ages 5-10. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. $10/class

(Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kids Cooking Classes; Redding. In this hands-on class series, children get a full cooking experience by learning to follow a recipe, getting help with all prepping, cooking & of course eating their creations. Ages 5-12. Mon, 3-4pm. $5/class (Y members $3/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Monday Classes At NorCal Elite Gymnastic Center; Redding. Cheerleaders & Tumblers (ages 9 & up): times vary, $55/mo.; Ninja Zone (ages 3-11): 4-5pm, $65/ mo.; Acrobats & Gymnastics (ages 3 & up): 3:15-4pm or 5-5:45pm, $55/mo.; Kindernastics (ages 3-5): 4-5pm, $45/mo.; Beginning Parkour/Free-running (ages 6 & up): 5-6pm, $55/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. $5/hr. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Music & Me Classes; Redding. A wonderful program that incorporates movement while introducing children to music. Stimulates personal growth, creative expression & skill development through hands-on learning. Ages 1-5. Mon or Wed, 9-10am. $5/class. (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Pickleball Open Play; Redding. Pickleball is a racquet sport played on a badminton court with a hard paddle & a whiffle ball. For adults. Beginners welcome. In cool weather: Mon-Sat, 8-11am. Free. Enterprise Park Outdoor Roller Rink, 4300 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Offered to the community at no cost thanks to grant support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity Health. Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Redding Christian School Open House; Palo Cedro. This is a great evening to see all that RCS offers. Come take a look at classrooms & what the students have been working on. Current & new families are encouraged to tour their students’ current grade & preview the next grade. Teachers & administration available to answer questions. Ages 4-18. 6:30-8pm. Free. 21945 Old 44 Dr. (530)547-5600. Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages 5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month; try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon-Th or Sat; times

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SISKIYOU COUNTY AMEN Free Clinic; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy this community service event with free clothing, food distribution & children’s activities. Also receive free medical, vision, dental, massage & health education services. Register early before maximum capacity is reached. All ages. 8am-5pm. Free. Mount Shasta Seventh-day Adventist Church, Hwy 89 1/2 mile East of I-5. (530)883-8061. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels & ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Join an early childhood facilitator with your young child each week to play & learn through exploration, creativity & sensory play. Ages 0-5yrs. Mon, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400.

TEHAMA COUNTY Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. $5/drop-in; discounts for members. Tehama Family Fitness Center, 2498 South Main St. (530)528-8656. Preschool Story Hour; Corning. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 3-5. Mon, 10am. Free. Corning Branch Library, 740 Third St. (530)528-7382. Teeter Toddlers Parent-Child Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Fun parent participation class for ages 18mos4yrs enhances developmental skills, teaches cooperative play & nurtures parent-child bonding & healthy habits. Mon, 10:30-11:30am. $5/drop-in (discounts for members). Tehama Family Fitness Center, 2498 S. Main St. (530)528-8656. Toddler Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 1-3. Mon, 10-11am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604.

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vary by level. $43-$52/session; must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Three Cheeses In Three Hours; Redding. Walk thru the history of cheese making and learn important facts about milk quality & differences, as well as the complex biology & chemistry behind turning milk into tasty cheese curds & protein-rich whey. Ages 12 & up. 6-9pm. $50; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)225-4095. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

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Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially-related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150. (530)897-0900.

GOING PLACES MAY Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. All ages. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. $6, includes skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. $55/month; $10/class. Tue, 3:30-4:30pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Ste. 120. (530)894-2227. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Family Special Needs Potluck & Support Group – In Spanish; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help, childcare & dinner provided; bring something extra to share. 1st Tue. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865. Music Together Chico Classes. This class provides your child with the basic musical skills needed to enjoy school & social musical activities; & study an instrument in the future. Ages 5 & under. Tue-Th, 9am; Sat 10:30am; thru 6/11. $150. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave., Ste. 140. (530)343-3101. Music Together Chico: Rhythm Kids. Preschool children play dynamic musical games, work in ensembles, explore solo singing & drumming; & experiment with conducting & improvisation using a repertoire of wellloved Music Together songs & new material inspired from around the world. Ages 4-5. Tue, 2:45-3:30pm; thru 6/11. $150. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave., Ste. 140. (530)343-3101. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun of BMX racing, including Strider races. Practices Tue (5:30-7pm, $3); Racing on Th (reg. 6pm, race 7pm; $10) & Sun (reg. 10am, race 11am; $10); weather permitting. All ages. Free to watch. 2352 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. (530)566-1269. Tap & Tumble; Chico. A beginning tap class with a twist. In addition to teaching shuffles, flaps & other basic tap steps, instructors use fun games to teach rhythm & add an obstacle course for extra excitement. Ages 4-7. Tue, 4-5pm. $49/month; $14 drop-in. Kinetics Academy of Dance, 627 Broadway St., Ste. 100. (530)345-2505.

GLENN COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime & craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY All Fired Up Drawing & Painting Class; Redding. Students will learn color mixing & color theory, the use of tempera, acrylic & watercolor paint. Ages 5-18. Mon-Th, times vary; thru 5/31. $50/month; must prereg. 1796 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2206. Beginning Foil Fencing Classes; Redding. Students will learn footwork, blade work, timing, strategy, the eight parries & simple attacks. Ages 12 & up. Tue, 6-8pm; thru 5/28. $27. Caldwell Rec Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Buti Yoga; Redding. Experience this new yoga that is a dynamic combination of tribal dance, plyometrics & a unique core spiraling technique. All of this combines to create an amazing yoga practice that will sculpt your core & challenge you. Ages 12 & up. Tue/Th, 4:30pm. $12 (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 North Court St. (530)246-9622.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Calling All Ninjas!; Redding. Ninja Zone is a fusion of obstacle training, gymnastics, martial arts & freestyle movement for ages 3-11. Tue, 5-6pm or 6-7pm, $65/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Whether new to the game or wanting to practice, this is the place for you. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free, everyone welcome. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Children’s Gymnastics; Redding. A fun combination of gymnastics, strength & conditioning. Children learn age-appropriate skills & drills on floor, beam, bar & springboard. Ages 4-8. Tue, 4-4:45pm. $35/month (Y members $25/month). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. $5/hr. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. G-Force Gymnastics Tuesday Classes; Redding. Kindergym (ages 3-5): intro to trampoline & tumbling; learn safety, skills, terminology & social interaction; 4-4:45pm, $50/month. Tumble-fun (ages 6-10): intro to trampoline & tumbling with a focus on strength, nutrition & fun training skills; 4-5pm, $50/month. All classes coached by owners Tarro & Julie. 2629 Bechelli Lane. (530)227-4831. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/ month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Little ones have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. $5/child; supervised free play. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Girls Gymnastics; Redding. Gymnasts become familiar with beam, floor, trampoline & vault. Ages 4-12. Mon-Th, times vary. $55/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Hokema’s Homeschool Sewing Classes; Redding. This sewing series is designed for beginners as well as those who have sewing experience in grades 4-12. Beginners will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages 10-18. Mon/Tue, 1-3pm; thru 5/21. $20/class; must pre-reg; limited space. Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970.

Hokema’s Sew Much Fun Classes; Redding. This sewing series is designed for beginners as well as those who have sewing experience in grades 4-12. Beginners will make a pillowcase, apron, pajama pants & backpack. Ages 10-18. Mon/Tue, 3:30-5:30pm; thru 5/21. $20/class; must pre-reg; limited space. Hokema’s, 2736 Bechelli Ln. (530)223-1970. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Focuses on building physical fitness & enhancing skill development with age-appropriate activities & more. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. Fees vary. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Hula Classes; Redding. Students learn about Hawaiian culture with dance, music, songs, chants, stories, weaving & more. Tue/Th, 4-5pm (ages 6-14) or 5-7pm (ages 15 & up); thru 5/30. $50; must pre-reg. Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill. (530)225-4095. Kindernastics Gymnastics; Redding. In this intro to gymnastics class, ages 3-5 have a fun time learning to use equipment while enjoying social interactions. Mon-Wed, 3:15-4pm; Wed, 5-5:45pm; Th, 6:15-7pm; Sat, 10-10:45am. $45/month. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Lil’ Chefs Class; Redding. A fun & educational cooking experience for ages 3-5. Lil’ Chefs learn to follow directions, enjoy shape & sensory exploration, develop fine motor skills & more. Tue, 9-10am. $5/class (Y members $3/class). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Music & Movement; Redding. Bring your babies & your dancing socks for some physical activity & positive music. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Tue, 10-10:30am. $9/day pass (ages 13mos-7yrs); $5/ day pass (ages 12mos & under). KidzTopia Play Town, 1619 Hilltop Dr. Suite K. (530)768-5600. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Offered to the community at no cost thanks to grant support from First 5 Shasta & Dignity Health. Mon, 4:30-5:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Sharks Swim Team; Redding. Year-round competitive swim team & pre-competitive team. Ages 5-12. M-F, times vary by level. $80-$120/month; try 1 week free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. Children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. $75/month; shoe rental avail. 2325 Athens Ave. (530)691-4505.

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Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710. Swim School; Redding. Children learn confidence in the aquatic environment as they become accustomed to submerging in water, blowing bubbles, moving about comfortably, & learning how to have fun safely. Ages 0-12. 2-week sessions, Mon-Th or Sat; times vary by level. $43-$52/session; must pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Teen & Adult Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Increase your skills & self-confidence as you learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome. Ages 13 & up. Tue/Th, 7:30-8:30pm. $50/month; (Y members $35). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer? Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events, make & donate things to the community & help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18. Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7261. United Shasta Social Bike Rides; Redding. Take a leisurely ride with United Shasta on the river trail of 8-10 miles with multiple stops along the way. A way to exercise, build community & add miles for the Shasta Bike Challenge. All ages. Tue, 6pm; thru 5/28. Free. Sundial Bridge near Cafe, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)245-6457. Youth Martial Arts Classes; Redding. Children grades K-8 increase their skills & self-confidence as they learn punches, kicks & blocks. All skill levels welcome; must be able to identify right & left hands. $45/month; (Y members $30/month). Tue/Th, 6:30-7:30pm. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & salsa dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. Members $20/8-classes; non-members $5-$7/per class. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Boys & Girls Club Of The Siskiyous After-School Program; Mt. Shasta. Students in grades 2-8 enjoy a healthy snack, homework help & more. Mon-Fri, 2:306:30pm; open on minimum days & school holidays. $20 membership for school year (reg. any time); must pre-reg. Sisson Middle School, 601 E. Alma St. (530)220-5055. Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, sit around, chat & find out what the resource center has to offer. Free. 9:3011am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced instructor is available to help you, whether you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free. 1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. $50/month, free trial. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each week. Ages 3-6. Tue, 1pm. Free. Yreka Library, 719 4th St. (530)841-4175. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st.

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Get your tickets soon for Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Musical Presented By Shasta High in Redding! Choose from 6 special showings of this 50th musical celebration, sing & dance along from your seat & enjoy a magical story about love! See the 2nd. (Shasta County)

TEHAMA COUNTY Bilingual Story Time; Los Molinos. Join the fun & celebrate the Day of the Child—Day of the Book. This Spanish & English bilingual story time will feature stories, songs & crafts. Ages 6 & under. 10am. Free. Los Molinos Library, 7881 Hwy 99E. (530)527-0604. Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Children enjoy small art project, story & movement songs, parachute & bubble time then go home with a memorable stamp for the road. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. $12; $8/siblings. Little Feet at Play, 658 Rio St. (925)989-8497.

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BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 1111:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me: Healthy Newborn; Chico. This class series promotes infant wellness & safety with current info - new topic each week. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. $20/ class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun! Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.

GLENN COUNTY Crafty Kids; Willows. Children get creative at this fun weekly event with make-&-take crafting activities. Ages 7 & up. Wed, drop in any time between 1-4pm.

Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156. Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music & a related craft. All ages. Wed, 11am. Free. Orland Free Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640. Willows Nurturing Nest Playgroup. Parents & children enjoy interactive play while building social & emotional skills for future educational experiences & success. Ages 5 & under. M/W/F, 9:30-11am. Free. The Nurturing Nest, 1035 West Wood St. (530)934-6882.

SHASTA COUNTY Grasshopper Soccer; Redding. Soccer skills will be introduced during this non-competitive, fun activity. Ages 4-5. Wed, 4-4:45pm & 5-5:45pm; thru 5/29. $28; must pre-reg. Grasshopper Sports Zone next to City Hall, 900 Parkview Ave. (530)225-4095. Mother’s Day Tea Party & Skincare Event; Redding. Bring your mom, daughters & granddaughters to enjoy an evening out with other women & learn how to take care of your skin with Dermalogica. Enjoy a free gift with reservation. Ages 12 & up. 6-8pm. $20; must pre-reg. Expressions Beauty Training & J-Rob Studios Photography, 137 Locust St. (530)209-5806. Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 0-5 & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages 12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:307:30pm. See the 1st. Beginning & Advanced Athletes Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice their gymnastics, cheerleading, ninja & parkour skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Wed, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 1st. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru 7/31. See the 1st. Storytime & Play; Redding. Hear a resident storyteller read a story & encourage interaction in a song & educational activity. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Wed, 10-10:30am. See the 1st. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

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American Sign Language; Yreka. Children learn to communicate with the language used in the deaf community. Grades 4-12. Wed, 2-3pm (homeschooled students) or 3:30-4:30pm (public school students). $25 & $16 book fee; must pre-reg. Shoppe Serendipity, 404 S Main St. (530)598-0075. Children’s Storytime; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Dunsmuir Branch Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Second Wednesday Knit Night; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels of knitting & crocheting. An opportunity to gather, inspire & share ideas & projects. Ages 16+. 6pm-8pm. Free. Snow Creek Studios, 416 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-3000. Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. Wed, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Preschool Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 9:30am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Virtual Reality Lab; Red Bluff. Use a VR headset & explore new worlds with modern technology. Ages 13 & up. Wed, 2-4pm. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. See the 1st.

9 | THURSDAY BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chico Thursday Night Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, handmade items, live entertainment & much more. Th, 6-9pm, year-round, rain or shine; thru 9/26. Downtown Chico, Broadway, between 2nd & 5th St. (530)345-6500. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am-1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children & parents/caregivers. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Thursday Nights At Monca; Chico. Enjoy art, culture & live music. All ages. 2nd Th, 6-8pm. Free. 900 Esplanade. (530)487-7272. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd.

Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young children learn sign language & socialize during a circle time that includes a welcome song, reading books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play & more. Ages 5 & under. Th, 2-3pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd. Trapeze Acrobats; Chico. View oil paintings featuring acrobats, divers, gymnasts & dancers. Ages 12 & up. Th-Sun, 11am-5pm; thru 5/25. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Anderson Library Storytime. Come plant flowers with Anderson High School’s FFA students & enjoy storytime. Flower stickers, book & craft provided by First 5 Shasta. Ages 5 & under. 3:30pm. Free. Anderson Branch Library, 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Musical Presented By Shasta High; Redding. Shasta High’s award-winning music department celebrates its 50th musical with the full theatrical production of “The Little Mermaid” including a live orchestra, professional costumes & staging. Ages 5 & up. Th-Sat, 7pm; thru 5/11. $20/adults; $15/ages 14 & under. David Marr Theatre, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)341-2988. Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. Meets 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-7pm. Free. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033. Happy Valley Play Group; Happy Valley. Enjoy weekly storytime, craft, singing & socializing. Ages 5 & under. Th, 8-9am. Free; must pre-reg. Happy Valley Primary School Rm. 9, 16300 Cloverdale Rd. (530)357-2131. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome). Th, 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. See the 2nd. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 2nd. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:157pm (ages 9 & up). See the 2nd. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. See the 2nd.

GOING PLACES MAY Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. See the 2nd.

10 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect with your little one during this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Fri, 10:30-11am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Billboard Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Chico State Guitar Ensemble: Guitarchestra!. Enjoy hearing new original works composed for the guitar ensemble by contemporary guitar composers featuring pieces from Mark Houghton’s Guitarchestra. All ages. 7:30pm. $6-$15. Zingg Recital Hall (ARTS), 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-5152. Kiwanis Kiddies Parade; Oroville. Part of the double-weekend Feather Fiesta Days celebration. Enjoy this 72nd annual event with adorable fun for kids. This year’s theme is Bedrock—Stone Age Families & entrants can win prizes. All ages. 4:30pm. Free. Historic Downtown District, Bird & Pine Sts. (530)520-4742. Play Date At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Bring your friends & make some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am12pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:305:30pm. See the 3rd. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm. See the 3rd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Monca Art Exhibit: Trapeze Acrobats; Chico. View oil paintings featuring acrobats, divers, gymnasts & dancers. Ages 12 & up. Th-Sun, 11am-5pm; thru 5/25. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES JACKSON COUNTY, OR Wild Music Exhibit: Sounds & Songs Of Life; Ashland, OR. Wild Music invites visitors of all ages to expand their understanding of what makes music. All ages. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm; thru 9/2. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Apocalyptica; Redding. Experience this Finnish orchestral rock band as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of their debut, “Plays Metallica By Four Cellos.” All ages. 6pm doors; 7:30 show. $32-$44. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)229-0036. Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Musical Presented By Shasta High; Redding. Shasta High’s award-winning music department celebrates its 50th musical with the full theatrical production of “The Little Mermaid” including a live orchestra, professional costumes & staging. Ages 5 & up. Th-Sat, 7pm; thru 5/11. $20/adults; $15/ages 14 & under. David Marr Theatre, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)341-2988. Kids Night; Redding. Children enjoy a night of fun activities & making new friends. Ages 5-14. Fri, 5:307:30pm; thru 5/17. Free. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4375. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly playdate for children & parents. Find park updates on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free. Schreder Planetarium Show: The Final Frontier; Redding. Bring the family to learn more about the universe & new horizons. All ages. 7pm. $8. Schreder Planetarium, 1644 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0243. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Rowell Family Empowerment. Free. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Arts & Crafts Day; Redding. Your littles explore their own creativity with a new craft each week. Parents are

welcome to participate & enjoy complimentary coffee. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Fri, 4pm. See the 3rd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 3rd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. See the 3rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Bilingual Story Time; Corning. Join the fun & celebrate the Day of the Child—Day of the Book. This Spanish & English bilingual story time will feature stories, songs & crafts. Ages 6 & under. Ages 0-6. 10am.

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Free. Corning Library, 740 Third St. (530)527-0604. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/ drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. See the 2nd.

11 | SATURDAY BUTTE COUNTY Block Parties With A Purpose; Chico. Join monthly creek cleanups hosted by Butte Environmental Council. The goal is to rid Chico’s creeks of garbage & harmful, invasive plant species. Come early for coffee & snacks. All ages. 9am-12pm, thru June. Free. Little Chico Creek, Humboldt & Cypress. (530)891-6424. Blue Oak School May Faire; Chico. Welcome the earth’s bountiful rebirth with this annual May Faire. Children gather around the Maypole to dance while faculty & older children provide live musical accompaniment. Enjoy food, games, family talent showcase, craft booths & local vendors. All ages. 10am-2pm. Free. Blue Oak School, 450 W. East Ave. (530)879-7483. Book Sale; Chico. Find great books at low prices at this fundraising event hosted by Chico Friends of the Library. Sat, 9-11:30am. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Children’s Painting Class; Chico. Children enjoy a painting class & learn about different mediums. All ages. 2nd Sat, 10am. $20. The Studio 561, 561 East Lindo Ave. (530)370-1285. Contra Dances; Chico. Join the fun & learn an easy style of folk dance. Families form a line & dance short sequences with neighbors. Ages 7 & up. 2nd Sat, Beginners meeting 6:30pm; dance 7-10pm; thru 5/11. $10/ages 18 & up; $5/ages 13-17; free ages 7-12. Chico Guild Hall, 2775 Old Nord Ave. (530)345-1815. Feather Fiesta Days; Oroville. Get ready for this double-weekend celebration in historic Oroville that includes several events. Enjoy a grand parade, pancake breakfasts, Gold Rush street fair, car show, crafts fair, food, games, chili cook-off & much more. All ages. 9am-4pm. Free. Historic Downtown District, Montgomery St. (530)520-4742. Investigation Station: Volcanic Eruptions; Chico. Explore the history & nature of different types of volcanoes. All ages. 12-2pm. $5-7; members & ages 2 & under free. Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am sharp, call to confirm. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am-1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276. Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.50 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. www.northstateparent.com • May 2019

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Spanish Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories, songs & a craft for all ages, in Spanish. 2nd Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Reluctant, struggling or beginning readers may read to a therapy dog today. 2nd & 4th Sat, 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Watershed Connections; Chico. Join Butte Environmental Council to enjoy lunch & a full day of kayaking & exploring rivers. Learn about boat safety & the history & ecology of the river. Ages 14 & up. 9am-3pm. $125/person. Sacramento River, TBD. (530)891-6424. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. WedSun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. See the 4th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY A Day For Non-Violence; Anderson. Experience a new culture at this Vaisakhi festival. Enjoy workshops, live performances of Punjabi folk & multicultural music, taste foods & see a live presentation of Sikh martial arts by children. Enjoy more ethnic & spiritual diversity at this year’s event. All ages. 11am-2pm. Free. The Sikh Centre, across from Factory Outlets, 5400 Sikh Centre Dr. (530)243-8862. Basic Pressure Canning; Redding. Learn how a pressure canner works & the multiple safety features included on modern canners. Ages 12 & up. 1-4pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)225-4095.

Basic Water Rescue; Redding. This class is designed to provide individuals such as public safety personnel, aquatic fitness instructors & aquatic therapists with information & skills necessary to prevent, recognize & respond to aquatic emergencies. Age 16 & up. Sat, 8am-12pm; thru 5/25. $60; must pre-reg. Teen Center, 54 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Blended American Red Cross/CPR/First Aid/AED; Redding. This course is designed to train individuals to appropriately recognize & respond to cardiac, breathing & first aid emergencies until more advanced medical personnel can take over. Ages 15 & up. 1-5pm. $60; must pre-reg. Caldwell Rec Center, 3 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Bright Future Fun Run; Redding. This 5k-10k certified timed event, sponsored by Children First, supports the Solutions for Youth Fund. SYF helps homeless or students in extreme poverty meet their day-to-day needs while enrolled in local high schools. Ages 5 & up. 8am reg; 9-11am run. $15-$40. Sundial Bridge, Sacramento River Trail. (530)526-2776. Creative Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12. Sat, 10-11am. $25; must pre-reg. Redding School of the Arts Activity Center, 955 Inspiration Place. (530)605-6108. Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Musical Presented By Shasta High; Redding. Shasta High’s award-winning music department celebrates its 50th musical with the full theatrical production of “The Little Mermaid” including a live orchestra, professional costumes & staging. Ages 5 & up. Th-Sat, 7pm; thru 5/11. $20/ adults; $15/ages 14 & under. David Marr Theatre, 2200 Eureka Way. (530)341-2988. Family 2nd Saturday: Bugs; Redding. From butterflies to earthworms, bugs come in all shapes, colors & sizes. This month, join Turtle Bay volunteers & educators as you discover what makes these creepy crawlies tick. Assemble your own butterfly wings, meet an entomologist (a bug scientist) & learn how to dance like a bee. All ages. 11am-3pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. North State Symphony Presents: “Masterworks #4 Pathos & Hope”; Redding. This season finale showcases Brahms’ exuberant final symphony—his most intense, emotionally charged & beautiful work. Featuring guest artist & pianist Yinuo Wang. Free pre-concert talk one hour prior to performance. Ages 5 & up. 7:30-9:30pm. $10-$55. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)898-5984. Plant Community Ecology Walk; Redding. Explore the plant community: why plants grow where they do, what functions they perform & how they are related. Identify some key plants. All ages. 10am-12pm. Free. Horsetown Clear Creek Preserve, HCCP parking area

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Clear Creek Rd., just west of Clear Creek Bridge. (530)229-7648. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Connect with your changing body, build strength & flexibility, increase stamina, improve balance & circulation, learn to use breath to manage pain & meet other expectant moms. 2nd & 4th Sat, 9-10am. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Rising Stars; Redding. From tap to jazz this class will teach it all through games, music & plenty of fun. Ages 2-4 & 5-8. Sat, 9-9:50am & 10-10:50am; thru 5/18. $35; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. f Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Shasta Lake Farmers Market; Shasta Lake City. Enjoy an evening market hosted by the Shasta Lake Creative Community & shop local. All ages. Sat, 6-9pm; thru 10/26. Free. Heritage Roasting Co., 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1990. Shasta Mud Run; Redding. The 7th Annual Shasta Mud Run offers an extra muddy 5K challenge course for all ages & skill levels. Spectators will enjoy local vendors, music, tasty food & thirst-quenching beverages with an after party for everyone. Ages 10 & under will have a blast in the Mini Muddies Pit play area. All ages. 9am. $70. McConnell Foundation’s Ross Ranch, 11973 Old Oregon Trail. (530)244-7194. Walk On The Wild Side Animal Show; Redding. Enjoy a fun-filled educational wildlife show where you will see animals exhibiting their natural behaviors in a captivating & inspiring atmosphere. With great new animals this season, this show is one you won’t forget. All ages. Tue-Sun, 11am & 12pm; thru 8/18. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Whitmore Mountain Music Fair; Whitmore. Enjoy Whitmore Volunteer Fire Company’s 44th annual fundraising fair with children’s activities, parade, motorcycle poker run, car & bike show, arts & crafts vendors, safari wagon, drawing, games, live music & more. Enjoy BBQ lunch & dinner, dance, raffle, bake sale & huge silent auction. All proceeds benefit Whitmore Volunteer Fire Company. All ages. 8:30am-7pm. Free entry; poker run $25-$35; car & bike show $10. Way Station Pasture, 30517 Whitmore Rd. (530)472-1429. Wire Basket Workshop; Redding. Bring a friend & join Ellen to learn how to plant a one of a kind wire basket. All ages. 11am-1pm. Free; must pre-reg. Wyntour Gardens, 8026 Airport Rd. (530)365-2256. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd. Pokémon League; Anderson. League events are a great way to learn game basics & get the feel for Pokémon competitive play. Using your own cards & Pokémon video games, you can play, trade & earn cool prizes. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 12/28. See the 4th. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting the tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. See the 4th. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Rare Air opens before their normal business hours to let little ones jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 4th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm. See the 4th. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY 2nd Saturday Art Exhibit; Dunsmuir. Join Dunsmuir artists Belinda Handson & Chris Clother for an exhibit of their new work. All ages. 12-4pm; thru 6/1. Free. Siskiyou Arts Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711.

2nd Saturday Children’s Art Show & Opening Reception; Dunsmuir. Enjoy the work of young artists from the Dunsmuir Elementary School Watershed Art Program. All ages. 5-7pm. Free. The Siskiyou Arts Museum, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 4th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. See the 3rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Lavender Mother’s Day High Tea; Corning. Time to wear your fancy hats. Treat mom to a relaxing afternoon filled with all kinds of lovely treats. Lavender cookies, scones & tea will be the highlight along with finger sandwiches, goodies, cakes, games & prizes. All ages. 1:30-4:30pm. $30; must pre-reg. MoonBeam Farm, 3911 Columbia Ave. (530)586-7044. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/ drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts. Co-sponsored by the Red Bluff Chamber & Slow Food Shasta Cascade. 9am12pm, rain or shine. 100 Main St. (530)527-6220.

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BUTTE COUNTY Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film suitable for all ages. Sun, Showtime 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Mother’s Day Tea In The Rose Garden; Chico. Celebrate mom, grandma, or another special lady in your life today. Admire the flowers, sip tea or lemonade & nosh on tea sandwiches & other treats. All ages. 2-4pm. $35/ adult; $20/child ages 4-17; ages 3 & under free; must pre-reg. Creekside Rose Garden at the CARD Community Center, 545 Vallombrosa Ave. (530)895-4711. North State Symphony Presents: “Masterworks #4 Pathos & Hope”; Chico. This season finale showcases Brahms’ exuberant final symphony—his most intense, emotionally charged & beautiful work. Featuring guest artist & pianist Yinuo Wang. Free pre-concert talk one hour prior to performance. Ages 5 & up. 2pm. $10-$55. CSU Laxson Auditorium, 400 W. 1st St. (530)898-6333. Rhythms Of Grace; Chico. Enjoy stories, movement, songs & crafts based on the Bible during this non-denominational service for people with special needs. Ages 8 & up. 2nd Sun, 3-4pm. Free. St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church, 2341 Floral Ave. (530)894-1971. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. WedSun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. See the 4th.

Wild Music Exhibit: Sounds & Songs Of Life; Ashland, OR. Wild Music invites visitors of all ages to expand their understanding of what makes music. All ages. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm; thru 9/2. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Children’s Art Show; Dunsmuir. Featuring the work of young artists from the Dunsmuir Elementary School Watershed Art Program. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-4pm; thru 6/1. Free. The Siskiyou Arts Museum, Gallery & Gift Shop, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. See the 3rd.

1 3 | MONDAY BUTTE COUNTY ASCAB Capoeira; Chico. In Capoeira 2 players move against each other to music; throwing kicks, cartwheels & escapes to make fluid martial arts movements appear to be a dance. Ages 8 & up. Mon, 7pm. $5. Chico Seishindo, 1108 Mangrove Ave. (928)600-9189. Mommy & Me Class; Chico. Classes begin & end with circle time that includes practical life activities, baby dolls, music activities, sign language & more. Bring your own snack & enjoy a special art activity. Free play dominates with many fun things to choose from. Ages 18mo-4yrs. Mon, 9:30-11:30am; thru 6/10. $100/10-weeks; drop-in $8/hr. per child. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Nature’s ABC’s Drop-In Program; Chico. Families with children enjoy crafts, animal visits & a guided exploration of Bidwell Park. Each week has a different letter & nature theme. Not a drop-off event. Ages 5 & under. Mon, 1011am, thru 5/20. Free. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th St. in lower Bidwell Park (530)891-4671. Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention program for children with autism that helps develop socialization, behavioral & communication skills. Ages 2-5. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 6th.

BUTTE COUNTY Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially-related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. Free; must pre-reg. Little Red Hen Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd. #150. (530)897-0900. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Thu, 9:15-10am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Family Special Needs Potluck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. 2nd & 4th Tue. Free. Dinner provided; bring something extra to share. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865. Kids Crafternoon; Durham. Fun crafts for kids ages 12 & under (0-5 with adult). 2nd & 4th Tue, 3-5:30pm. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Babies & young children welcome. 2nd Tue, 10am. Free. Little Wishes Studio, 1372 East 1st Ave. (530)487-4109. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs

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Adoptive Parents Support Group; Orland. This support group is open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. The focus of this group is to share parenting ideas, strategies, successes & to gather support from others in the same parenting situation. All ages. 5:307:30pm; must pre-reg for childcare & dinner. Free. First Lutheran Church, 19 Colusa St. (530)879-3861. Willows Nurturing Nest Playgroup. Parents & children enjoy interactive play while building social & emotional skills for future educational experiences & success. Ages 5 & under. M/W/F, 9:30-11am. Free. The Nurturing Nest, 1035 West Wood St. (530)934-6882.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels & ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310. Magic Of Science; Yreka. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Enjoy a fun family evening & learn how magic is just science we don’t understand yet. Free magic show that helps everyone experience many fun & interesting scientific concepts. All ages. 7pm. Free. Yreka Community Theater, 812 N Oregon St. (530)926-5508. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn with your young child through exploration, creativity & sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages 0-5. Mon, 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th.

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Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 2 & under. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Beginning Bridge; Redding. Sign your teen up to learn how to play the duplicate bridge card game. Ages 13 & up. Mon, 6-8pm; thru 5/13. Free; must pre-reg. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)243-5893. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 2nd. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd.

Toddler Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 1-3. Mon, 10-11am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. See the 1st. Teeter Toddlers Parent-Child Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Fun parent participation class for ages 18mos-4yrs enhances developmental skills, teaches cooperative play & nurtures parent-child bonding & healthy habits. Mon, 10:30-11:30am. See the 6th.

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& crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd.

GLENN COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime & craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY Calling All Ninjas!; Redding. Ninja Zone is a fusion of obstacle training, gymnastics, martial arts & freestyle movement for ages 3-11. Tue, 5-6pm or 6-7pm, $65/mo. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. $5/hr. NorCal Elite Gymnastics, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/ month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Haven Humane Society’s 2nd Tuesday Dinner Club; Redding. Enjoy dinner at Karline’s Restaurant & Bar where a portion of the night’s proceeds go towards the animals at Haven Humane. All ages. 5-9pm. Visit havenhumane.org for more info. Karline’s Restaurant & Bar, 1100 Center St. (530)241-1653. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710. Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer? Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events, make & donate things to the community & help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18. Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7261. United Shasta Social Bike Rides; Redding. Take a leisurely ride with United Shasta on the river trail of 8-10 miles with multiple stops along the way. A way to exercise, build community & add miles for the Shasta Bike Challenge. All ages. Tue, 6pm; thru 5/28. Free. Sundial Bridge near Cafe, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)245-6457. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Whether new to the game or wanting to practice, this is the place for you. Players enjoy games of chess while instructors observe, give advice & facilitate the fun. All ages. Tue, 6-7:30pm. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. See the 2nd.

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GOING PLACES MAY Music & Movement; Redding. Bring your babies & your dancing socks for some physical activity & positive music. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Tue, 10-10:30am. See the 7th. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, sit around, chat & find out what the resource center has to offer. Free. 9:3011am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced instructor is available to help, whether you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free. 1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Magic & A Movie; Mt. Shasta. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. From early times, people have been fascinated with magic. Do some fun, easy science experiments that could also be magic acts & enjoy a film about magic afterwards. Ages 12 & up. 7pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Road. (530)926-5508. Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each week. Ages 3-6. Tue, 1pm. Free. Yreka Library, 719 4th St. (530)841-4175. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES soaps & more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276. Childbirth Preparation Class Series; Chico. Highly trained registered nurse instructors help prepare you for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding in this 5-week series. Promotes individual & family choices, including natural breathing & relaxation techniques & pain management options. Wed, 6-8pm; thru 6/12. $175/ couple. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed. Center, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. St. Thomas School Open House; Oroville. Check out classroom displays from students in grades TK-8 & enjoy family potlucks after classroom visits. All ages. 5:30-7:30pm. Free. St. Thomas School, 1380 Bird St. (530)534-6969.

1 5 | WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 1111:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me: Breastfeeding; Chico. This class series promotes infant wellness & safety with current info - new topic each week. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. $20/ class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Blue Oak Charter School Tour; Chico. Parents are invited to take a guided tour of classrooms & explore the creative & academic facets that Waldorf education offers. 8:30-10:30am. Free; space is limited, call to reserve your spot. Blue Oak Charter School, 450 W. East Ave. (530)879-7483. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,

SHASTA COUNTY Basic Dehydrating; Redding. Learn about the different styles of dehydrators & the correct way to preserve fruits, vegetables & other ingredients for delicious one-dish meals & snacks. Ages 12 & up. 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)262-3338. Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 0-5 & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Teen Advisory Board; Anderson. Want to volunteer? Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events, make & donate things to the community & help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18. 1st & 3rd Wed, 4-5:30pm; thru 12/18. Free. Anderson Library, 3200 West Center St. (530)245-7261. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages 12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:307:30pm. See the 1st. Beginning & Advanced Athletes Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice their gymnastics, cheerleading, ninja & parkour skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Wed, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 1st.

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TEHAMA COUNTY Coloring Book Night; Red Bluff. During this creative time for teens & adults, relax & use your creative muscles. A wide variety of coloring pages are provided, along with coloring tools & a snack. 2nd Tue, 5:307:30pm. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. See the 2nd.

Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music & a related craft. All ages. Wed, 11am. Free. Orland Free Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640. Willows Nurturing Nest Playgroup. Parents & children enjoy interactive play while building social & emotional skills for future educational experiences & success. Ages 5 & under. M/W/F, 9:30-11am. Free. The Nurturing Nest, 1035 West Wood St. (530)934-6882.

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Adoptive Parents Support Group; Yreka. This support group is open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. The focus of this group is to share parenting ideas, strategies & successes; & to gather support from others in the same parenting situation. All ages. 5:30-7:30pm; must pre-reg for dinner & childcare. Free. Yreka Family Resource Center, 201 S. Broadway. (530)879-3861. American Sign Language; Yreka. Children learn to communicate with the language used in the deaf community. Grades 4-12. Wed, 2-3pm (homeschooled students) or 3:30-4:30pm (public school students). $25 & $16 book fee; must pre-reg. Shoppe Serendipity, 404 S Main St. (530)598-0075. Fire Tour; Mt. Shasta. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. What can local communities do to become more fire safe? Enjoy lunch & a tour of recent burn areas led by US Forest Service & other fire agencies to help answer this question. For adults. 10am-2pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Magic Of Science; Weed. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Enjoy a fun family evening & learn how magic is just science we don’t understand yet. Free magic show that helps everyone experience many fun & interesting scientific concepts. All ages. 7pm. Free. Weed Community Building, 161 E. Lincoln Ave. (530)926-5508. Nature Walk: Birds; Yreka. Bring the family to enjoy a guided nature walk with local field experts & learn more about local & spring migrants. Rain or shine. 9-11am. Free. Meet at upper Greenhorn park, Greenhorn Rd. (530)842-5763. Songs & Stories; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music. An adult must accompany young children. Wed, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

Preschool Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 9:30am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. See the 1st.

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Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru 7/31. See the 1st. Storytime & Play; Redding. Hear a resident storyteller read a story & encourage interaction in a song & educational activity. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Wed, 10-10:30am. See the 1st. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

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BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Caregiver Resource & Self-Care Training; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, resources & training

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SHASTA COUNTY 3rd Thursdays KIXE Film Night; Redding. Enjoy Independent Lens film & discussion of “Wrestle.” Ages 13 & up. 3rd Th, 6pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Anderson Library Storytime: New Red Bike. Celebrate National Bike Month with storytime & special guest reader, Micah Seth of Anderson Parks & Rec. Learn about bike safety & enjoy a craft provided by First 5 Shasta. Ages 5 & under. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. KIXE Storytime; Redding. Come listen to a story and enjoy songs, stickers & crafts. Take home a free book. Bring a pillow, favorite blanket or stuffed animal & friends. 3rd Th, 9-10:30am. Ages 5 & under. Free; must pre-reg. KIXE Volunteer Center, 603 N. Market St. (530)243-5493 x112. Little Explorers: Space Explorers; Redding. Become a space explorer this week. Discover the moon & all things out of this world. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Storytime At Shasta Lake Family Health; Shasta Lake. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. 3rd Th, 3-3:30pm. Free. Shasta Lake Family Health & Dental Center, 4215 Front St. (530)276-9168. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome). Th, 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. See the 2nd. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 2nd.

Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:157pm (ages 9 & up). See the 2nd. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Adoptive Parents Support Group; Mt. Shasta. This support group is open to adoptive, foster & relative caregivers. Share parenting ideas, strategies & successes, & gather support from others in the same parenting situation. All ages. 9:30am-11:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)879-3861. Family Nursing Circle; Mt. Shasta. Come nurse, play & share your questions & successes around the journey of nursing & motherhood. All ages. Th, 10am12pm. Free. Shasta Midwives Birthing Center, 703 S. A St. (831)234-4794. Fire-Nado Magic; Mt. Shasta. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. What can we learn from the history & science of fire? A panel of experts will help you understand what the future of fire is in our region. Ages 12 & up. 7pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. School CAFE; Mt. Shasta. Join the Culinary Action for Education for a meeting to make plans for educating Mt. Shasta students & families about growing & eating healthy foods. The focus is on changing the school food program to one that serves meals that are fresh, with as little chemical content as possible. All ages. 3rd Th, 4-5pm. Free. Mount Shasta Elementary School, 501 Cedar St. (530)837-8608. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 2nd.

17 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect with your little one during this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Fri, 10:30-11am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Billboard Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Butte Parent Café; Oroville. A free family night out with dinner & good conversation. A place to meet other community members in a relaxed environment. Childcare provided. All ages. 3rd Fri, 6-8pm. Oroville YMCA, 1684 Robinson St. (530)899-4940. Family Movie Night At Chico Mall. Bring the kiddos in their jammies & snuggle up to watch a family movie. Bring low-back chairs &/or blankets. No outside food or drink; most food court restaurants offer movie-night deals. All ages. 3rd Fri, 7-9pm. Free. 1950 E. 20th St.; movie shown near Dick’s Sporting Goods. (530)343-0706. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play, for ages walking-5yrs with an adult (max 2 kids per adult). 1st & 3rd Fri, 10am-12pm. $15 (members $5); siblings +$1. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Glenn County Fair: Let The Good Times Grow!; Orland. Celebrate this 103rd county fair with 4 days of family fun with carnival rides, entertainment, exhibits & more. 5/16-19. Fri, 2pm-12am. $5-$10; ages 5 & under free. Glenn County Fairgrounds, 221 E. Yolo St. (530)865-1168. Play Date At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Bring your friends & make some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am12pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323.

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for better self-care. 3rd Th, 11am-1pm. Free. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Chico Thursday Night Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, handmade items, live entertainment & much more. Th, 6-9pm, year-round, rain or shine; thru 9/26. Downtown Chico, Broadway, between 2nd & 5th St. (530)345-6500. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Glenn County Fair: Let The Good Times Grow!; Orland. Celebrate this 103rd county fair with 4 days of family fun with carnival rides, entertainment, exhibits & more. 5/16-19. Th, 2-11pm. $5-$10; ages 5 & under free. Glenn County Fairgrounds, 221 E. Yolo St. (530)865-1168. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am-1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children & parents/caregivers. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young children learn sign language & socialize during a circle time that includes a welcome song, reading books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play & more. Ages 5 & under. Th, 2-3pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd. Trapeze Acrobats; Chico. View oil paintings featuring acrobats, divers, gymnasts & dancers. Ages 12 & up. Th-Sun, 11am-5pm; thru 5/25. See the 2nd.

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Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:305:30pm. See the 3rd. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm. See the 3rd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Trapeze Acrobats; Chico. View oil paintings featuring acrobats, divers, gymnasts & dancers. Ages 12 & up. Th-Sun, 11am-5pm; thru 5/25. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Basic Jams & Jellies; Redding. Learn to prepare & can freezer jams & jellies. Age 12 & up. 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)225-4095. Kids Night; Redding. Children enjoy a night of fun activities & making new friends. Ages 5-14. Fri, 5:307:30pm; thru 5/17. Free. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4375. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly playdate for children & parents. Find park updates on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Arts & Crafts Day; Redding. Your littles explore their own creativity with a new craft each week. Parents are welcome to participate & enjoy complimentary coffee. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Fri, 4pm. See the 3rd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 3rd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

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GOING PLACES MAY Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. WedSun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. See the 4th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 4th.

JACKSON COUNTY, OR Wild Music Exhibit: Sounds & Songs Of Life; Ashland, OR. Wild Music invites visitors of all ages to expand their understanding of what makes music. All ages. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm; thru 9/2. See the 3rd. The 99th annual Tehama County District Fair is back in Red Bluff for 4 days! Visit the fair full of fun, food contests & more for the entire family! See the 2nd. (Tehama County)

Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Magic Of Geology; Mt. Shasta. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Learn some of the mysteries of geology that have been uncovered in recent years & how geology has moved from magic to science. Presented by the United States Geological Survey. Ages 12 & up. 7pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Scott River Ranch Tour: The Magic Of Plants & Animals; Etna. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Tour the Scott River Ranch, enjoy lunch & learn how innovative management of their land has led to many positive results. All ages. 10am-3pm. Free. Scott River Ranch, 1138 E Callahan Rd. (530926-5508. The Magic Of Fermentation; Etna. Part of the weeklong Siskiyou Science Festival. Tour the distillery & learn how they manufacture spirits & provide high quality artisanal food. All ages. 4:30-5:30pm. Free. Denny Bar, 511 Main St. (530)926-5508. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. See the 3rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. See the 2nd.

18 | SATURDAY BUTTE COUNTY Book Sale; Chico. Find great books at low prices at this fundraising event hosted by Chico Friends of the Library. Sat, 9-11:30am. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

Chinese Storytime; Chico. Monthly storytime features stories & songs in Chinese. 3rd Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Glenn County Fair: Let The Good Times Grow!; Orland. Celebrate this 103rd county fair with 4 days of family fun with carnival rides, entertainment, exhibits & more. 5/16-19. Sat, 12pm-12am. $5-$10; ages 5 & under free. Glenn County Fairgrounds, 221 E. Yolo St. (530)865-1168. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Mommy & Me Art Class; Chico. Mommy & child enjoy a painting class together creating memories & artwork. All ages. 3rd Sat, 10am. $30/pair; $15 additional sib. The Studio 561, 561 East Lindo Ave. (530)370-1285. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am sharp, call to confirm. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am-1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276. Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.50 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Toastmaster’s Gavel Club Meeting; Chico. An affiliate of Toastmasters International, Gavel Club gives kids the same experience as a regular Toastmasters Club. The program will help children be assertive & find joy in speaking & active listening. Ages 18 & under. 1st & 3rd Sat, 4:30-5:30pm; thru 2019. Free. Mountain Mike’s Pizza banquet room, 1105 W. 5th St. (530)228-6120. Weekend Childbirth Preparation; Chico. Trained nurse instructors help expectant parents prepare for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes personal choices including breathing & relaxation techniques & pain management options. 5/18 & 19: Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $175/couple. Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 120. (530)332-3970. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd.

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SHASTA COUNTY Buti Yoga; Redding. Experience this new yoga that is a dynamic combination of tribal dance, plyometrics & a unique core spiraling technique. All of this combines to create an amazing yoga practice that will sculpt your core & challenge you. Ages 12 & up. 1st & 3rd Sat, 9am. $12 (Y members free). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 North Court St. (530)246-9622. Climbing Your Family Tree With DNA; Redding. Discover your history as this class covers the basics of DNA testing, research, tree building, 3rd party tools & working your DNA matches to link them to your tree. Age 12 & up. 10am-12pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)225-4095. Creative Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12. Sat, 10-11am. $25; must pre-reg. Redding School of the Arts Activity Center, 955 Inspiration Place. (530)605-6108. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Lifeguard Training, First Aid & CPR Pro; Redding. This class will certify you to become a lifeguard in both deep & shallow water. Age 15 & up. Sat/Sun, 8am-6pm; thru 5/26. $195; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Mosaics With Angie; Redding. Learn the basics of mosaics & create flowers, abstracts or your own design on your choice of a bowling ball or large tile. Age 16 & up. Sat, 12:30-3pm; thru 6/1. $85/3 classes; must pre-reg. Chain Gang Bike Shop, 1540 Division St. (530)225-4095. Rising Stars; Redding. From tap to jazz this class will teach it all through games, music & plenty of fun. Ages 2-4 & 5-8. Sat, 9-9:50am & 10-10:50am; thru 5/18. $35; must pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Storytime fun for ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Science Saturday: Explosive Science; Redding. Chemical reactions can produce fun & exciting results. From small jumping pop rockets to giant soda geysers, join Turtle Bay educators & volunteers as you explore explosive science. All ages. 11am-3pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Shasta Lake Farmers Market; Shasta Lake City. Enjoy an evening market hosted by the Shasta Lake Creative Community & shop local. All ages. Sat, 6-9pm; thru 10/26. Free. Heritage Roasting Co., 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1990. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

Pokémon League; Anderson. League events are a great way to learn game basics & get the feel for Pokémon competitive play. Using your own cards & Pokémon video games, you can play, trade & earn cool prizes. Ages 5 & up. Sat, 2-6pm; thru 12/28. See the 4th. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. See the 4th. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Rare Air opens before their normal business hours to let little ones jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 4th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY All-Day Festival By Siskiyou Science Festival; Mt. Shasta. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Enjoy more than 40 interactive booths, live music & presentations, family-oriented science experiments & fun for all. Stop by the North State Parent booth to say hello & make a fun craft! We would love to see you! All ages. 10am-3pm. Free. 300 Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-5508. Children’s Art Show; Dunsmuir. Featuring the work of young artists from the Dunsmuir Elementary School Watershed Art Program. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-4pm; thru 6/1. Free. The Siskiyou Arts Museum, Gallery & Gift Shop, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711. Free Family Film: “Kung Fu Panda”; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages & their families are invited to enjoy a family movie & refreshments. 2:15pm. Adult must accompany children. Dunsmuir Library, 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Magic Of Paleomagnetism; Mt. Shasta. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Learn how this scientific fact confuses & helps in so many ways as Bill Hirt helps you see the magical characteristics of the magnetism of the earth. Ages 12 & up. 7pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. The Reading Nook; Yreka. Celebrate Reading Across America day with Dr. Seuss & Eric Carle-themed stories. Story-themed cookies & drinks provided. All ages. 11:30am-12:30pm. $2; adult supervision req. Shoppe Serendipity, 404 S Main St. (530)598-0075. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 4th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. See the 3rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/ drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts. Co-sponsored by the Red Bluff Chamber & Slow Food Shasta Cascade. 9am12pm, rain or shine. 100 Main St. (530)527-6220.

GOING PLACES MAY 19 | SUNDAY BUTTE COUNTY Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film that’s suitable for all ages. Sun, Showtime 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Glenn County Fair: Let The Good Times Grow!; Orland. Celebrate this 103rd county fair with 4 days of family fun with carnival rides, entertainment, exhibits & more. 5/16-19. Sun, 12-11pm. $5-$10; ages 5 & under free. Glenn County Fairgrounds, 221 E. Yolo St. (530)865-1168. Run Around The Rice; Richvale. Come out for this 4th annual 5K 10K run or walk benefiting the students & staff at Biggs Elementary School. Enjoy this educational, family-friendly run/walk that will enlighten you about the process of growing rice while you get great exercise. Children can enjoy the fun too with a 1/2mile kids dash. All ages. 8am race. $10-$35. Erickson & Fruitvale Rds. (530)713-2508. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. WedSun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. See the 4th. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Free Old-Time Fiddle Jams; Redding. Enjoy the sounds & sights of fiddles, flattop guitars & more as you sit back or dance to old-time bluegrass & Americana music. All ages. 3rd Sun, 1-4pm; thru Dec 2019. Free. Palo Cedro Community Hall, 22037 Old Forty-Four Dr. (530)200-4820. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. See the 3rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Concert: The Black Market Trust; Red Bluff. Enjoy the sounds of Eastern European gypsy fire mixed with NYC nightclub sounds. All ages. 7:30pm. $10-$30. Red Bluff State Theatre, 333 Oak St. (530)727-8727.

20 | MONDAY BUTTE COUNTY ASCAB Capoeira; Chico. In Capoeira 2 players move against each other to music; throwing kicks, cartwheels & escapes to make fluid martial arts movements appear to be a dance. Ages 8 & up. Mon, 7pm. $5. Chico Seishindo, 1108 Mangrove Ave. (928)600-9189. Lyme Disease Support Group; Chico. Offers monthly support for those suffering with Lyme disease and their family, friends & caregivers. 3rd Mon, 5:30-7pm. Free. Almond Grove Meeting Room, 567 E. Lassen Ave. (530)877-6666. Mommy & Me Class; Chico. Classes begin & end with circle time that includes practical life activities, baby dolls, music activities, sign language & more. Bring your own snack & enjoy a special art activity. Free play dominates with many fun things to choose from. Ages 18mo-4yrs. Mon, 9:30-11:30am; thru 6/10. $100/10-weeks; drop-in $8/hr. per child. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention program for children with autism that helps develop socialization, behavioral & communication skills. Ages 2-5. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 6th.

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Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 2 & under. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Spring Aqua Athletes Swim Lessons; Redding. This pre-swim team program will emphasize comfortably performing the 4 competitive strokes: front crawl, back stroke, breast stroke & butterfly. Ages 6-17. Mon-Th, 4:30-5pm; thru 5/23. $27; must pre-reg. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Spring Swim Lessons; Redding. From Parent & Me to school-aged swim lessons, children learn skills & water safety in each 35-min long session. Parents must be in water during Parent & Me classes. Ages 0-17. Mon-Th, times vary; thru 5/30. $27; must pre-reg. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 2nd. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Line Dancing; Mt. Shasta. Open to all levels & ages. Mon, 4-5pm. $5 (members free). Mountain Fitness, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-3310. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st. PAL: Play & Learn Group; Mt. Shasta. Play & learn with your young child through exploration, creativity & sensory play in this facilitated weekly group. Ages 0-5. Mon, 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th.

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SISKIYOU COUNTY Castle Crags Hike; Mt. Shasta. Pack a lunch & lots of water & head out to enjoy a strenuous & sometimes steep, 5.5-mile roundtrip hike to the sky-scraping granite spires called Castle Crags. Ages 12 & up. 9am4:30pm. Free. Castle Crags State Park, Meet at 111 Morgan Way. (530)926-5508. Children’s Art Show; Dunsmuir. Featuring the work of young artists from the Dunsmuir Elementary School Watershed Art Program. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-4pm; thru 6/1. Free. The Siskiyou Arts Museum, Gallery & Gift Shop, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711. Spring Hill Hike; Mt. Shasta. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Enjoy a 2.9-mile round-trip hike with 625 feet of elevation gain & beautiful views of nearby Black Butte & Mount Shasta. All ages. 9am-12pm. Free. Spring Hill, Road No 2M16. (530)926-5508. The Magic Of Yeast; Dunsmuir. Part of the week-long Siskiyou Science Festival. Learn the magic of yeast & taste some delicious goodies. All ages. 1-3pm. Free. Dough Hook Bakery, 5853 Sacramento Ave. (530)926-5508.

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craft. Ages 1-3. Mon, 10-11am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. See the 1st. Teeter Toddlers Parent-Child Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Fun parent participation class for ages 18mos-4yrs enhances developmental skills, teaches cooperative play & nurtures parent-child bonding & healthy habits. Mon, 10:30-11:30am. See the 6th.

21 | TUESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Family Autism Support Group & Pot Luck; Chico. Raising a child on the autism spectrum is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. Free. Dinner provided; bring something extra to share. 3rd Tue. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC Pavilion, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x204. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially-related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. See the 7th. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd.

GLENN COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime & craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY Bright Futures Storytime; Redding. Register with your little one to enjoy a story & fun activities that foster small & large motor skills, plus early reading & math skills. Healthy snack & book giveaway included. Ages 0-5. 3rd Tue, 9-10:30am. Free. Bright Futures Children Center, 1345 Liberty St. (530)276-0506. Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment – it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/ month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4496. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710. www.northstateparent.com • May 2019

GOING PLACES MAY Willows Nurturing Nest Playgroup. Parents & children enjoy interactive play while building social & emotional skills for future educational experiences & success. Ages 5 & under. M/W/F, 9:30-11am. Free. The Nurturing Nest, 1035 West Wood St. (530)934-6882.

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Enjoy the sounds of Eastern European gypsy mixed with NYC nightclub sounds at this Concert: The Black Market Trust at the Red Bluff State Theatre! See the 19th. (Tehama County)

Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer? Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events, make & donate things to the community & help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18. Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7261. United Shasta Social Bike Rides; Redding. Take a leisurely ride with United Shasta on the river trail of 8-10 miles with multiple stops along the way. A way to exercise, build community & add miles for the Shasta Bike Challenge. All ages. Tue, 6pm; thru 5/28. Free. Sundial Bridge near Cafe, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)245-6457. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 7th. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. See the 2nd. Music & Movement; Redding. Bring your babies & your dancing socks for some physical activity & positive music. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Tue, 10-10:30am. See the 7th. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, sit around, chat & find out what the resource center has to offer. Free. 9:3011am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced instructor is available to you, whether you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles wiz. Open to everyone supplies available. Free. 1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each week. Ages 3-6. Tue, 1pm. Free. Yreka Library, 719 4th St. (530)841-4175. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts

skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

22 | WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 1111:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me: Baby Massage Basics; Chico. This class series promotes infant wellness & safety with current info - new topic each week. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. $20/ class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.

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Beginning Cake Decorating; Learn baking tips, mixing & coloring icing, icing consistencies, filling icing bags & piping flowers, borders & leaves. Age 12 & up. 6-9pm. $45; must pre-reg. Aunt Bee’s Kitchen, 1213 C St. (530)225-4095. Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 0-5 & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages 12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:307:30pm. See the 1st. Beginning & Advanced Athletes Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice their gymnastics, cheerleading, ninja & parkour skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Wed, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 1st. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru 7/31. See the 1st. Storytime & Play; Redding. Hear a resident storyteller read a story & encourage interaction in a song & educational activity. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Wed, 10-10:30am. See the 1st. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY American Sign Language; Yreka. Children learn to communicate with the language used in the deaf community. Grades 4-12. Wed, 2-3pm (homeschooled students) or 3:30-4:30pm (public school students). $25 & $16 book fee; must pre-reg. Shoppe Serendipity, 404 S Main St. (530)598-0075. Songs, Stories & Puppets!; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to music, plus every 4th Wed watch puppets act out a story. Adult must accompany young children. Wed, 10:30am. Free. Mt. Shasta Branch Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Ballroom Dance Classes: Beginning/Intermediate; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & quickstep dances & how to lead or follow. Wed, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 1st. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Preschool Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 9:30am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. See the 1st.

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BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Camp Wild Heart Family Preview Day; Chico. This fun family event includes bounce houses, hands-on science, walking thru a pool of non-Newtonian fluid, standing in a bubble, face painting & water fun. Learn more about Camp Wild Heart camp & funding options. All ages. 5-6pm. Free. Camp Wild Heart, 1361 Hawthorne Ave. (530)809-4638. Chico Thursday Night Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, handmade items, live entertainment & much more. Th, 6-9pm, year-round, rain or shine; thru 9/26. Downtown Chico, Broadway, between 2nd & 5th St. (530)345-6500. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am-1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Silver Dollar Day At Silver Dollar Fair; Chico. Today’s admission is $1 for all. Enjoy this 5-day fair featuring kids events, great entertainment, competitive exhibits & livestock, a carnival & much more. 5/24-28. Th, 4-11pm. $1; ages 5 & under free; parking $7. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)895-4666. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children & parents/caregivers. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young children learn sign language & socialize during a circle time that includes a welcome song, reading books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play & more. Ages 5 & under. Th, 2-3pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd. Trapeze Acrobats; Chico. View oil paintings featuring acrobats, divers, gymnasts & dancers. Ages 12 & up. Th-Sun, 11am-5pm; thru 5/25. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Anderson Library Storytime: Bubble, Bubble. Enjoy bubbles outside after hearing today’s story provided by First 5 Shasta. Ages 5 & under. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-7pm. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033. Little Explorers: Space Explorers; Redding. Become a space explorer this week. Discover the moon & all things out of this world. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Palo Cedro Farmers Market & Craft Fair Opening Day; Palo Cedro. Enjoy live music & food trucks today. This certified farmers’ market features several varieties of freshly harvested micro greens & more. The crafts section has vendors with candles, lotions, jewelry, soap, crocheted & hand-sewn goodies. All ages. Th, 3-6pm; year-round. Free. Palo Cedro Guild, 22307 Old 44 Dr. (530)547-3788. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250.

GOING PLACES MAY Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome). Th, 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. See the 2nd. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 2nd. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:157pm (ages 9 & up). See the 2nd. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY Family Nursing Circle; Mt. Shasta. Come nurse, play & share your questions & successes around the journey of nursing & motherhood. All ages. Th, 10am12pm. Free. Shasta Midwives Birthing Center, 703 S. A St. (831)234-4794. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Intermediate/Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. January is Samba. Fun, supportive environment develops technique & skills at the intermediate level. Solo dancers welcome. Th, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 2nd. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)895-4666. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:305:30pm. See the 3rd. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm. See the 3rd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Trapeze Acrobats; Chico. View oil paintings featuring acrobats, divers, gymnasts & dancers. Ages 12 & up. Th-Sun, 11am-5pm; thru 5/25. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Kids Night; Redding. Children enjoy a night of fun activities & making new friends. Ages 5-14. Fri, 5:307:30pm; thru 5/17. Free. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4375. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly playdate for children & parents. Find park updates on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free. Schreder Planetarium Show: Ancient Skies; Redding. Bring the family to learn more about the Stars of Pharaohs & Seven Wonders. All ages. 7pm. $8. Schreder Planetarium, 1644 Magnolia Ave. (530)225-0243. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Arts & Crafts Day; Redding. Your littles explore their own creativity with a new craft each week. Parents are welcome to participate & enjoy complimentary coffee. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Fri, 4pm. See the 3rd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 3rd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort

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24 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect with your little one during this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Fri, 10:30-11am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Billboard Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Butte Parent Café; Gridley. A free family night out with dinner & good conversation. A place to meet other community members in a relaxed environment. Childcare provided. All ages. 4th Fri, 6-8pm. Location TBD, call for info. (530)899-4940. Play Date At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Bring your friends & make some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am12pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Silver Dollar Day At Silver Dollar Fair; Chico. Today kids ages 12 & under enter free. Enjoy this 5-day fair featuring kids events, great entertainment, competitive exhibits & livestock, a carnival & much more. 5/24-28. Fri, 4-11pm. $5-$10; ages 12 & under free; parking $7.

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level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/ drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. See the 2nd.

25 | SATURDAY BUTTE COUNTY Kids Club Craft Workshop; Chico. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Nature Walk; Oroville. Bring the family to enjoy a docent-led walk on a park trail around Lake Oroville. Each week features a different easy/moderate 3-5 mile walk. Sat, year-round, starts 8:45am sharp, call to confirm. Meet at Lake Oroville Visitors Center, 917 Kelly Ridge Rd. (530)538-2219. Orland Farmstead Creamery Tour. Visit the farm & enjoy a 45-min tour with cheese sampling at the end. Learn all about milk production & cheese making. All ages. 4th Sat, 11am; thru 9/28. $10; ages 3 & under free; must pre-reg; limited space. Orland Farmstead Creamery, 4721 Road L. (530)865-2912. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am-1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Saturday Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-3276. Saturday Roller Skate Lessons; Chico. Taught by the Chico Artistic Skate Club. All ages welcome. Beginners: 10-10:30am; Intermediate/Adv.: 12:30-1pm. $5.50 includes skates. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages will enjoy this weekly storytime. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Silver Dollar Fair; Chico. This much-anticipated annual fair offers 5 days of fun, featuring kids events, great entertainment, auto racing, competitive exhibits & livestock, a carnival & much more. 5/24-28. Sat, 11am-11pm. $5-$10; ages 5 & under free; parking $7. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)895-4666. StoryTail Tutors; Chico. Wonderful program for beginning, struggling or reluctant readers. Children ages 5-11 read to trained, certified therapy dogs in a relaxing environment. 2nd & 4th Sat, 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. www.northstateparent.com • May 2019

GOING PLACES MAY SISKIYOU COUNTY Children’s Art Show; Dunsmuir. Featuring the work of young artists from the Dunsmuir Elementary School Watershed Art Program. All ages. Wed-Sun, 12-4pm; thru 6/1. Free. The Siskiyou Arts Museum, Gallery & Gift Shop, 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711. Ballroom Technique Class; Mt. Shasta. Learn ballroom dance techniques from pro instructors. Sat, 9:45-11:45am. See the 4th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Enjoy the history & location of Mt. Shasta thru new exhibits, many opportunities for activities & fun for the whole family. All ages. Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm; thru Dec 2019. See the 3rd.

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U-Pick Cherries; Yankee Hill. Head out with your family to pick fresh cherries & enjoy beautiful views on the ranch with hay rides, photo spots, a barn sale & lots more. Call for updates. All ages. Daily, 9am-4pm; thru 6/21. $5/lb. Stagecoach Lane Ranch, 11258 Nelson Bar Rd. (530)532-0191. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Develop your yo-yo skills with free lessons & practice. Sat, 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. WedSun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. See the 4th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo in a session for kids 10 & under; little ones in strollers welcome. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Sat, 9pm-1am. See the 4th.

SHASTA COUNTY Creative Kids By Vital Art; Redding. Enjoy art classes for ages 5-12. Sat, 10-11am. $25; must pre-reg. Redding School of the Arts Activity Center, 955 Inspiration Place. (530)605-6108. Gather Redding Farmers Market; Redding. Enjoy locally grown goodies from Red Gate Ranch, Loaves Baking, Little Sprouts Micro Farm & more. 9am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. Little Sprouts Micro Farm, 1043 State St. (530)941-2010. Happy Valley Strawberry Festival; Cottonwood. Enjoy this 79th annual 2-day celebration. Starts with a pancake breakfast at 7am. Family fun includes horse rides, entertainment, fresh strawberries, ice cream & shortcake, arts & crafts, antique tractors, pie-eating contest, motorcycles car show today & more. All ages. 5/25-26, 9am-5pm. Free. West Valley High School, 3805 Happy Valley Rd. (530)357-3311. Kids Club Craft Workshop; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up can make a creative project to bring home. 10am-12pm. $2-$5/class. Michaels, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Memorial Weekend Regatta; Whiskeytown. See over 60 boats in this 2-day sailboat race at Whiskeytown Sailing Club’s 55th annual Whiskeytown regatta

followed by a catered taco bar from La Cocina De Chuy. All ages. 5/25-26, 7am reg.; 11am race; 6pm dinner; must pre-reg. $55. Whiskeytown Lake. (530)949-6887. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Connect with your changing body, build strength & flexibility, increase stamina, improve balance & circulation, learn to use breath to manage pain & meet other expectant moms. 2nd & 4th Sat, 9-10am. Free. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Saturday Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Redding. Come enjoy storytime fun. Ages 7 & under. 11am. Free. 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Shasta Lake Farmers Market; Shasta Lake City. Enjoy an evening market hosted by the Shasta Lake Creative Community & shop local. All ages. Sat, 6-9pm; thru 10/26. Free. Heritage Roasting Co., 4302 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1990. Turtle Day At Turtle Bay; Redding. Come meet the turtles at Turtle Bay & help celebrate World Turtle Day. Enjoy watching turtle races with a few of the turtle animal ambassadors & see the inside of a turtle shell at the education station. All ages. 3pm. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; ages 3 & under free. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Walk With The Horticulture Manager; Redding, Bring your notebooks & cameras for this participant-driven program. Make your way through the gardens with frequent stops for discussions about plants. All ages. 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16; included with Garden admission. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Saturday Open Gym For Youth; Redding. Ages 5-14. Sat, 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 4th. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Saturday Open Gym; Redding. Enjoy an air-conditioned 10,000 sq. ft. building where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 ($5), 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up ($10). 12-2pm. See the 4th. Saturday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Rare Air opens before their normal business hours to let little ones jump at their own pace. 9-10am. See the 4th. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Sat; skate 7-9pm; dance 9-11pm. See the 4th. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

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TEHAMA COUNTY Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/ drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. The Saturday Market By The River; Red Bluff. Yearround certified market features locally grown products including veggies, fruit, nuts, meats, honey, eggs & artisan food products & crafts. Co-sponsored by the Red Bluff Chamber & Slow Food Shasta Cascade. 9am12pm, rain or shine. 100 Main St. (530)527-6220.

26 | SUNDAY BUTTE COUNTY Free Family Movie; Chico. Come enjoy a film that’s suitable for all ages. Sun, showtime 2pm. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Silver Dollar Fair; Chico. This much-anticipated annual fair offers 5 days of fun, featuring kids events, great entertainment, auto racing, competitive exhibits & livestock, a carnival & much more. 5/24-28. Sun, 11am-11pm. $5-$10; ages 5 & under free; parking $7. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)895-4666. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Chico Air Museum. View jet & propeller aircraft plus an impressive display of aviation & space artifacts. Peruse the research library & gift shop. Th-Sun, 9am2pm. See the 2nd. Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Explore the world of science-related activities & new spring exhibits: America’s Wolves & From Here to There. All ages. WedSun, 12-5pm; thru 5/12. See the 4th. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Happy Valley Strawberry Festival; Cottonwood. Enjoy this 79th annual celebration. Starts with a pancake breakfast at 7am. Family fun includes horse rides, entertainment, fresh strawberries, ice cream & shortcake, arts & crafts, antique tractors, pie-eating contest, classic car show today & more. All ages. 5/2526, 10am-4pm. Free. West Valley High School, 3805 Happy Valley Rd. (530)357-3311.

Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd.

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BUTTE COUNTY ASCAB Capoeira; Chico. In Capoeira 2 players move against each other to music; throwing kicks, cartwheels & escapes to make fluid martial arts movements appear to be a dance. Ages 8 & up. Mon, 7pm. $5. Chico Seishindo, 1108 Mangrove Ave. (928)600-9189. Little Red Hen Meet & Greet Parent Support Group; Chico. Enjoy an evening of respite, fun & food. Provides support & ideas from knowledgeable parents in a light-hearted environment. For parents or caretakers of individuals with developmental disabilities. Childcare not provided. Ages 18 & up. 4th Mon, 6pm-8pm. Free; must pre-reg. Lifespan Center, 2418 Cohasset Rd #150. (530)897-0900. Mommy & Me Class; Chico. Classes begin & end with circle time that includes practical life activities, baby dolls, music activities, sign language & more. Bring your own snack & enjoy a special art activity. Free play dominates with many fun things to choose from. Ages 18mo-4yrs. Mon, 9:30-11:30am; thru 6/10. $100/10-weeks; drop-in $8/hr. per child. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Silver Dollar Fair; Chico. This much-anticipated annual fair offers 5 days of fun, featuring kids events, great entertainment, auto racing, competitive exhibits & livestock, a carnival & much more. 5/24-28. Mon, 11am-10pm. $5-$10; ages 5 & under free; parking $7. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)895-4666. Lil’ Sprouts Program; Chico. An early intervention program for children with autism that helps develop socialization, behavioral & communication skills. Ages 2-5. Mon, 2-5pm. See the 6th.

SHASTA COUNTY Babies, Books & Play; Redding. A fun playtime for little ones & their caregivers. Ages 2 & under. Mon, 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Game Night; Redding. Children of all ages can play board & video games in the library’s story room. Mon, 4-5:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Spring Aqua Athletes Swim Lessons; Redding. This pre-swim team program will emphasize performing the 4 competitive strokes comfortably: front crawl, back stroke, breast stroke & butterfly. Ages 6-17. MonTh, 4:30-5pm; thru 5/30. $27; must pre-reg. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Spring Swim Lessons; Redding. From Parent & Me to school-aged swim lessons, children learn skills & water

GOING PLACES MAY safety in each 35-min long session. Parents must be in water during Parent & Me classes. Ages 0-17. Mon-Th, times vary; thru 5/30. $27; must pre-reg. Redding Aquatic Center, 44 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 2nd. Move It Monday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 6th. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Preschool Story Hour; Corning. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 3-5. Mon, 10am. Free. Corning Branch Library, 740 Third St. (530)528-7382. Toddler Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 1-3. Mon, 10-11am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. See the 1st. Teeter Toddlers Parent-Child Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Fun parent participation class for ages 18mos-4yrs enhances developmental skills, teaches cooperative play & nurtures parent-child bonding & healthy habits. Mon, 10:30-11:30am. See the 6th.

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. It’s lots of fun. Tue, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Buddin’ Sprouts Program; Chico. A progression of Little Red Hen’s Lil’ Sprouts program, where advanced sensory, socialization, behavioral & communication skills are encouraged for children with autism & other socially-related disabilities. Ages 8-12. Tue, 2-5pm. See the 7th. Cheap Skate Night At Cal Skate; Chico. This fun night of roller skating features weekly themes, games & family hits music. Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd.

GLENN COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Willows. Enjoy storytime & craft. Ages 5 & under. Tue, 11am. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156.

SHASTA COUNTY Family Jump Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. Bring the whole gang for a jumping experience in a fun-filled environment; it’s healthy, active fun. Choose your 2-hour jump time Tue between 2-8pm. $10/person (min. 2 jumpers). 3625 Old 44 Dr. (530)221-1206. Galaxy Gymnastics Junior Ninja Warrior Class; Redding. Children have a blast with an obstacle-style gymnastics course. Ages 5 & up. Tue, 4pm. $60/ month. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Read & Sing Storytime; Redding. Storytime, crafts & songs for children of all ages. Tue, 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Storytime; Redding. Celebrate the joys of reading at

28 | TUESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Crafters Club; Oroville. Bring your project to work on while enjoying the company of other yarn enthusiasts. Tue, 4-6pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Family Special Needs Potluck & Support Group; Chico. Raising a child with special needs is challenging; this group helps build a supportive network & opportunity to share. Children welcome; homework help & childcare provided. 2nd & 4th Tue. Dinner provided; bring something extra to share. Potluck 5:30pm; group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2030 Park Ave. (530)891-5865. Infant/Pediatric CPR Class; Chico. Learn infant/child CPR techniques, how to make your child’s environment safe & prevent the most common childhood accidents. Parents/caregivers only. 5-7:30pm. $45/person, must pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 120. (530)332-3970. Kids Crafternoon; Durham. Fun crafts for kids ages 12 & under (0-5 with adult). 2nd & 4th Tue, 3-5:30pm. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Preschool Storytime; Chico. Enjoy stories, songs & crafts. Ages 3-5. Tue, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

this weekly storytime. Geared for ages 0-5, all ages welcome. Tue, 10-10:30am. Free. Shasta Community Health Center’s Pediatrics waiting room, 1035 Placer St. (530)246-5710. Teen Advisory Board; Redding. Want to volunteer? Join the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan events, make & donate things to the community & help make Shasta Public Libraries great. Ages 12-18. Tue, 6-7:30pm; thru 12/17. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7261. United Shasta Social Bike Rides; Redding. Take a leisurely ride with United Shasta on the river trail of 8-10 miles with multiple stops along the way. A way to exercise, build community & add miles for the Shasta Bike Challenge. All ages. Tue, 6pm; thru 5/28. Free. Sundial Bridge near Cafe, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)245-6457. Chess Group Fun; Redding. Play chess while instructors observe, advise & facilitate the fun. All ages & levels. Tue, 6-7:30pm. Free. See the 7th. Energetic Kids Open Gym; Redding. Open gym for all ages to practice skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Tue. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome), 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 7th. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. See the 2nd. Music & Movement; Redding. Bring your babies & your dancing socks for some physical activity & positive music. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Tue, 10-10:30am. See the 7th. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd.

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29 | WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Chico. Enjoy this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Wed, 1111:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me: Crying & Calming; Chico. This class series promotes infant wellness & safety with current info - new topic each week. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. $20/ class (free if you delivered at Enloe). Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Chico Wednesday Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. North Valley Plaza, Pillsbury Rd. (530)893-3276. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Wed, 3:15-4pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Kids Activity Time; Gridley. Come enjoy a fun activity designed just for kids. Wed, 3pm. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Kooky Birds Skate Lesson & Session; Chico. Young skaters can join a group roller skating class & have fun skating after. Taught by a certified instructor from the Chico Artistic Skate Club. Ages 8 & under. Wed, 9:3011am. $5.50, includes skates (parents skate free). Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Reading Hero Storytime; Oroville. Trained volunteers bring stories alive for kids of all ages. Wed, 3-4pm. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642.

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SISKIYOU COUNTY Coffee & Cake; Dunsmuir. Everyone’s invited to get social. Enjoy coffee & cake, sit around & gab & find out what the resource center has to offer. Free. 9:3011am. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Knit & Crochet Tuesday; Dunsmuir. Come join the fun at this weekly needlework event. An experienced instructor is available to help, whether you’re just starting out or are a hook & needles wiz. Open to everyone - supplies available. Free. 1-3pm. Dunsmuir Community Resource Center, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4400. Preschool Storytellers; Yreka. Hear a different storyteller read, sing songs & make crafts each week. Ages 3-6. Tue, 1pm. Free. Yreka Library, 719 4th St. (530)841-4175. Beginning Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Lots of fun for all ages. Tue, 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Climbing Gym At Shasta Base Camp; Mt. Shasta. Get ready for indoor exercise & fun as you climb the walls. All ages; 14 & under need parental supervision. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For All Ages; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic & fun, develops coordination, flexibility, strength, martial arts skills & manners. Ages 4 & up: Mon-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. Pre-teens & teens: Tue/Th, 5:30-7pm. Teen & adults: Mon/Wed, 5:30-7pm. See the 1st.

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Crafty Kids; Willows. Children get creative at this fun weekly event with make-&-take crafting activities. Ages 7 & up. Wed, drop in any time between 1-4pm. Free. Willows Public Library, 201 N. Lassen St. (530)934-5156. Storytime; Orland. Children’s storytime with music & a related craft. All ages. Wed, 11am. Free. Orland Free Library, 333 Mill St. (530)865-1640. www.northstateparent.com • May 2019

SHASTA COUNTY Preschool Storytime; Burney. Preschoolers hear great children’s stories & enjoy a craft. Ages 0-5 & their caregivers. Wed, 11am-12pm. Free. Burney Branch Library, 37038 Siskiyou St. (530)335-4317. Read & Play Storytime; Redding. This innovative storytime focuses on sensory practices. Children of all ages welcome, especially those with special needs. Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Alateen Meeting; Redding. Support group for ages 12-20 affected by someone else’s drinking. Wed, 6:307:30pm. See the 1st. Beginning & Advanced Athletes Open Gym; Redding. Ages 8 & up can practice their gymnastics, cheerleading, ninja & parkour skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym. Wed, 7-8pm. See the 1st. Parent Group: Discipline That Works; Redding. Free parent support group that’s based on the Triple P positive parenting program. Wed, 6-7:30pm. See the 1st. Square Dancing With Prairie Squares; Anderson. Bring the family or sneak away for some old-fashion square dancing fun. First hour beginners encouraged to come & learn then welcome to stay. All ages. Wed, 7pm; thru 7/31. See the 1st. Storytime & Play; Redding. Hear a resident storyteller read a story & encourage interaction in a song & educational activity. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Wed, 10-10:30am. See the 1st. Wild Horse Viewing; Shingletown. Enjoy docent-led walks to view & learn more about wild horses & burros. All ages. Wed/Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY Preschool Story Hour; Red Bluff. This story hour features themed stories & an accompanying activity or craft. Ages 3-5. Wed, 9:30am. Free. Red Bluff Branch Library, 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-0604. Kids Fitness Classes; Red Bluff. Group fitness classes for ages 4-12 taught in a safe & fun environment. Gets kids moving & promotes motor & social skills, cooperative play, athletic development & healthy habits. Mon/Wed, 4-5pm Wiggle Worms for ages 4-6; 5-6pm Dynamic Development for ages 7-12. See the 1st.

30 | THURSDAY BUTTE COUNTY After-School Storytime; Chico. Stories & crafts for ages 12 & under. Th, 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chico Thursday Night Farmers Market. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods,

THE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR BUTTE, GLENN, TEHAMA, SHASTA & SISKIYOU COUNTIES handmade items, live entertainment & much more. Th, 6-9pm, year-round, rain or shine; thru 9/26. Downtown Chico, Broadway, between 2nd & 5th St. (530)345-6500. Circle Time At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Join the fun with books & stories, songs & rhymes, dancing, shaking, music making & parachute play. All ages. Tue/Th, 9:1510am. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Play Chess; Chico. Learn to play chess with teen volunteers. All ages. Th, 3:30-5pm & Sat, 11am-1pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Storytime; Durham. Stories, songs & activities for children & parents/caregivers. Ages 0-5. Th, 10am. Free. Durham Branch Library, 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Toddler Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes. Ages 0-3. Th, 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Butte Homeschoolers Park Day; Chico. All homeschoolers welcome. Th, 1-4pm. Free. See the 2nd. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra practice on cheerleading skills or prepare to be an All Star. Tue/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Sign Language For Toddlers; Chico. Young children learn sign language & socialize during a circle time that includes a welcome song, reading books, singing songs, art activities, parachute play & more. Ages 5 & under. Th, 2-3pm. See the 2nd. Silver Dollar BMX Racing; Chico. Enjoy the fun. Practices Tue (5:30pm); Racing on Th (7pm) & Sun (11am). All ages. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY Anderson Library Storytime: It’s Graduation Day. Listen to today’s story read by special guest, Anderson Middle School Principal Eleanor Hysell, dressed in her very own cap & gown. Every child will receive a diploma, walk to the traditional graduation song & receive a graduation bag with stickers provided by First 5 Shasta. Ages 5 & under. 3:30pm. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Good Grief Suicide Loss Support Group; Redding. 2nd & 4th Th, 5:30-7pm. Lotus Center, 3290 Bechelli Lane. (530)440-6033. Little Explorers: Space Explorers; Redding. Become a space explorer this week. Discover the moon & all things out of this world. For ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Th, 10-11am. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park Mill Building, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Palo Cedro Farmers Market & Craft Fair; Palo Cedro. This certified farmers’ market features several varieties of freshly harvested micro greens & more. The crafts section has local vendors with candles, lotions, jewelry, soap, crocheted & hand-sewn goodies. All ages. Th, 3-6pm; year-round. Free. Palo Cedro Guild, 22307 Old 44 Dr. (530)547-3788. Read & Create Storytime; Redding. Focusing on art themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Th, 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Come Jump & Play!; Redding. Enjoy open gym time where all ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8 (older siblings welcome). Th, 11am-12pm; Ages 8 & up, 7-8pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. Homeschool PE; Redding. Designed to meet the needs of children in homeschool & charter academies. Grades K-8. Tu/Th, 3-4pm. See the 2nd. Kidfit Classes; Redding. Kids ages 5-10 have a great time moving & playing while increasing flexibility, balance & motor skills. Mon/Th, 4-4:45pm. See the 2nd. Kids Kung Fu; Anderson. Students will learn to take instruction, develop self-control & coordination, improve balance & become physically fit while having fun. Ages 4 & up. Th, 5:30-6:15pm (ages 4-8); 6:157pm (ages 9 & up). See the 2nd. Prenatal Yoga; Redding. Classes are uniquely designed for pregnancy & taught by a certified instructor. All stages of pregnancy are welcome. Mon, 4:305:30pm or Tue/Th, 10:30-11:30am. See the 2nd. Shasta Rock After-School Club; Redding. A class where children learn new climbing skills & cultivate all climbing skills. Ages 6-14. Tue (ages 6-9) or Th (ages 9-14), 3:30-5pm. See the 2nd. Storytime At Anderson Family Health; Anderson. Celebrate the joys of reading at this weekly storytime in the waiting room. For ages 0-5. Th, 3:30-4pm. Free. See the 2nd.

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31 | FRIDAY BUTTE COUNTY Babies Love Books Storytime; Oroville. Connect with your little one during this special storytime. Ages 18mos & under. Fri, 10:30-11am. Free. Oroville Branch Library, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Bilingual Story Garden; Chico. Enjoy stories & songs in English & Spanish for ages 0-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Billboard Top 40 Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Open to everyone. Bring your friends & have fun roller skating to great music. Dancing may be offered too. All ages. Fri, 7-10:30pm. $8 per session, skate rental $2.50$3.50. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Play Date At Apple Blossom Baby; Chico. Bring your friends & make some new ones. All ages. Fri, 10am12pm. Free. 1372 Longfellow Ave. (530)345-1617. Storytime; Gridley. Features stories, music & crafting fun for ages 3-5. Fri, 10am. Free. Gridley Branch Library, 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Barry R. Kirschner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. Start your weekend off with a visit to support this wildlife foundation which provides rehabilitation & long-term care for exotic & native species, educational programs, guided tours & more. All ages. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. See the 3rd. Growing Together Teens; Chico. A great socialization program for teens with autism & other developmental disabilities. Teens build self-esteem & friendships & learn to become self-advocates. Ages 12-17. Fri, 2:305:30pm. See the 3rd. Horse Care; Oroville. Feed, pet & groom a great herd of adopted horses. Bring watermelon rinds, carrots or apples to share. All ages. Fri, 9am-4pm. See the 3rd. Tiny Tumbling Class; Chico. Children ages 2-8 learn basic tumbling skills & flexibility using a tumble track, spring floor & pit. Fri, 4:30-5pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Enjoy lots of fun with blacklight bowling & music. Fri, 10pm-1am. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY Goose Bumps! The Science Of Fear Exhibition; Redding. Experience the universal & powerful emotion of fear in a safe, immersive experience, developed by the California Science Center. Get your heart pumping & palms sweaty as you face common fears such as the Fear of Animals, the Fear of Electric Shock, Fear of Loud Noises & the Fear of Falling in a series of fun challenges that illustrate how your body & brain work together to respond to danger. All ages. Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm; closed 11:45am1pm daily; thru 9/2. Free for members or with park admission, $12-$16. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Kids Night; Redding. Children enjoy a night of fun activities & making new friends. Ages 5-14. Fri, 5:307:30pm; thru 5/17. Free. MLK Center, 1815 Sheridan St. (530)225-4375. Read & Discover Storytime; Redding. Focusing on science, discovery & math themes, this storytime welcomes children of all ages. Fri, 10:30am. Free. Redding Branch Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7250. Redding Homeschoolers Park Day. Weekly playdate for children & parents. Find park updates on Redding Area Homeschool Support Facebook page. All ages. Fri, 2:30pm. Free. Secret Society Of Brick Stackers; Redding. Does your child love Legos? This group is a great time for kids to get together with other kids with diverse abilities who share that affection. Fri, 3:45-4:45pm. Free. Rowell Family Empowerment. 2701 Old Eureka Way, Ste. 2i. (530)226-5129. Arts & Crafts Day; Redding. Your littles explore their own creativity with a new craft each week. Parents are welcome to participate & enjoy complimentary coffee. Stay for play afterwards. Ages 7 & under. Fri, 4pm. See the 3rd. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Fri, 6-7pm; Sun, 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Family Kickboxing Classes; Redding. Bring the whole family for healthy Friday evening fun. 4-5pm. See the 3rd. Flip Friday Open Gym; Redding. All ages can practice their skills or just run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised gym with lots of room to play. Ages 0-8, 11am-12pm; ages 8 & up, 8-10pm. See the 3rd. Friday Toddler Time At Rare Air Trampoline Park; Redding. A fun way to let your little ones get their wiggles out. The park opens before normal business hours for little ones to jump at their own pace & comfort level. 9-10am & 10-11am. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym; Redding. Tue/Th, 8:30-9:30am; Fri/Sat, 9-10am. See the 2nd. KidzTopia Play Town; Redding. Experience the wonders of play & learning at the same time. Ages 7 & under. Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 12-6pm. See the 2nd. Reptile Exhibit Room; Redding. Check out reptiles from around the world on display plus enjoy feeding & petting tortoise & lizards that roam the room. All ages. Tue-Sat, 12:00-5:30pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri-Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd.

TEHAMA COUNTY Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & skill levels; includes time to work on personal projects. Fri, 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 1-2:30pm. $20/ drop-in (space allowing), discounted monthly rate; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. Grown Up & Me Classes; Red Bluff. Loosely directed play on soft structures with song, dance & art mixed in. Ages 2 & under. Tue, 1-1:45pm; Th, 4-4:45pm; Fri, 11-11:45am; thru 6/27. See the 2nd.

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June 8th, 2019 9AM - 4PM Old Fashioned Wheat Harvest • Grand Farmhouse Tours • Stock Dog Demonstrations Food Court and Live Music • Children’s Activities • Tractor & Draft Horse Parade Vendors’ Court • Tram Rides • Car/Truck Show • Blacksmithing Demonstrations

• Quality Independent Study Program • Enriching Blended Model • Tutoring, Including Math & Writing • Shasta College Courses, ROP • A-G Courses Available • Computer-Based Instruction & Tutorials • Vendor Course Electives Available

• Digital Media Course • Robotics • LEGO® Creative Design • Environmental Education • Turtle Bay Docent Program • A Personalized Learning K-12 Charter School

Tickets $5, Children 12 & Under $2 - Free Parking For more information: 530-342-4359 or visit PatrickRanchMuseum.org Presented in conjunction with Vintage Iron Early Day Gas Engine & Tractor Association & the California Draft Horse Association.

A Far West Heritage Association Event

(530) 222-9275 • www.ourpca.org 2195 Larkspur Ln., Ste. 100, Redding

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Far Northern Regional Center provides services and support that allow persons with developmental 3 Months Look from one object to another. disabilities to live valued and productive lives. 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

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.

See www.farnorthernrc.org for more information

What Are Your Kids Doing This Summer? Chico Area Recreation & Park District 545 Vallombrosa Ave. • 530.895.4711

Feather River Recreation & Park District

Redding Recreation

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1875 Feather River Blvd. • 530.533.2011

777 Cypress Ave. • 530.225.4095

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Summer Day Camps: Covering a range of interests including Art, BMX, Mtn. Bike, Cooking, Dance, Farm, Fencing, Joy of Nature, Lacrosse, LEGO, and Welding.

Splash Into Fun Camp: Join our wonderful and talented Rec Leaders for this fun-filled day camp for kids ages 5-12 yrs. Camp is held at Nelson Middle School where campers will enjoy daily activities such as: arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, and pool time. There will be 9 weeks of themed summer camp starting June 10th and ending August 13th. Spots fill up fast! Pool Information: Join us this summer at one of our fantastic pools–Nelson or Palermo. Open 6/1-8/11 every day for daily rec swim 1-4 p.m., swim lessons and family swim night. Family swim night will be held at Palermo Pool 6/18-8/8 every Tuesday and Thursday evening 6-8 p.m., admission is $3 per person or $10 for a family of 4. For more information visit our website. Gymnastics: Our Gymnastics Department will offer a Betsy Bootcamp 7/19-7/20 and a Training Camp 7/20-7/21. The camps are $200 each or $300 for both. Not looking for formal instruction? Join us on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-noon for Open Gym where children can enjoy jumping on trampolines and into the foam pit. Dance/Fitness Classes: Join our talented instructors in: Zumba/Strong by Zumba, U-Jam, Yoga, VitaLife Fitness, HipHop, Ballet, Tap and the very popular Karate classes. Visit our website for more info. Remember–try any of our wonderful classes for the first time for free.

Summer Adventures: Join the Fun in the Summer Sun this year with themes including “Blast from the Past” and “Mighty Jungle”. With trained, enthusiastic staff and safe locations, plus field trips to Waterworks Park, Viking Skate, Lassen National Park and more, this summer will simply be the best. We have camps for the little campers and those who have a few more summers under their belts. Ages range from 5-12.

Anderson Parks & Recreation Department

Durham Recreation & Park District

Paradise Recreation and Park District

1887 Howard St. • 530.378.6656

9441 Midway • 530.345.9804

6626 Skyway • 530.872.6393

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Affordable fun in Anderson! Free six-week drop-in summer program at Anderson River Park for youth ages 5-12, begins June 17th from 9 – noon. Free lunch served at 11:30. Afternoon sites as well. A safe environment with fun, caring staff! Learn to swim with great new program! Lessons begin June 10th, signups start on May 13th. Enjoy free music every Wednesday at our Mosquito Serenade starting June 5th. A variety of food trucks Friday and Saturday nights throughout the summer! There is so much more to do at Anderson River Park!

Camp Durham-azing! Join your friends and your favorite camp staff for a summer of fun. Weekly themed activities will incorporate outdoor activities, team building, fun games, group challenges, crazy crafts, silly projects, field trips, gym time, Fun-Food-Fridays, bounce house, swimming, music and more! Location: Jim Brinson Activity Center

We are proud to be serving the Paradise Ridge and its surrounding areas. As an important part of the community, we will continue to offer high quality programming for people of all ages and summer camps for youth. We are dedicated to keeping our parks beautiful, so they can be enjoyed by all. As the town of Paradise rebuilds, the Paradise Recreation and Park District will be there to help enhance the quality of life. Please visit our website for more information.

Sports Camps: Through teamwork and sportsmanship, CARD’s numerous sports camps teach new skills, build character and inspire fun. Whether they choose baseball, basketball, flag football or volleyball, your child will discover their own “love of the game”. Children 3-13 years old. Camp Chico Creek: Held at Chico Creek Nature Center in the heart of Bidwell Park. Campers ages 5–11 enjoy handson natural science labs, up-close animal visits, outdoor games, arts and crafts, and swimming in Big Chico Creek. Camp Chi-Da-Ca: CARD’s longest-running camp in Hooker Oak Park where kids ages 4–12 sing camp songs, make crafts, go on nature hikes, play games and cool off in the water. Aquatics at P.V. Pool: Swim lessons for ages 6 months through adult (private lessons available), family swim, Junior Lifeguarding Program, recreation swim team and pool rental. Special Events: Movies in the Park (June 8, July 13)

Don’t Forget Get Out & Do it Days and Sports Camp: For the young thrill seeker in your family. Conquer Manaball, Paintball, Skateboarding, River Rafting and other fun adventures. Get Out & Do it Days are just shortened experiences from our full Sports Camp for those who want the fun but aren’t ready for a full week of adventure. For Ages 8 and older. Preschool Summer of Fun: Weekly themes include Dazzling Dinosaurs, Rockin’ Fun Music and Amazing Science. This fun learning environment is safe, positive, and one of a kind! Ages 3-5. Redding Aquatic Center: Swim lessons, Water Sports Classes, Movie Nights, Kayaking, Party Headquarters, Wibits, Water Fitness Classes, and more! So much for the whole family all summer long. Jr. Guard & Lifeguard training to get a head start on your next summer job! Junior Guards start at age 11 and work their way up for Lifeguard certifications. Includes volunteer hours and looks great on resumes and college applications. Sign Up Today!