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Volume 21 - Issue 2 November 2012 Features: 6 Be the Change:

Michael Burke: A Believer In Community

By Carolyn Warnemuende

7 Roller Skating! It’s Healthy And Fun

By Darla Greb Mazariegos

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How Can Schools And Parents Protect Children From Bullying?

By Darla Greb Mazariegos

13 Living With The Unthinkable: Grieving The Loss Of A Child

By Carolyn Warnemuende

Meet Your School Superintendent - Part I

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By Jessica Baldis

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1-800-500-6747 or (530) 926-1287 Publisher: Pamela Newman pn@northstateparent.com Editor: Lisa Shara lisa@northstateparent.com Assistant to the Editor/Proofreader: Darla Mazariegos Calendar Editor: Lisa Shara calendar@northstateparent.com Sales: Kim Roberson kim@northstateparent.com Tina McDermott tina@northstateparent.com For Billing Questions: billing@northstateparent.com Production and Graphics: Marc Schrievers graphics@northstateparent.com Contributing Writers: Carolyn Warnemuende Darla Greb Mazariegos Desiree Gonzalez Jessica Baldis Lisa Shara River Jewett Mailing Address: North State Parent PO Box 1602, Mt. Shasta, CA 96067-1602 Main Office: 310 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.

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Are you getting ready for your Thanksgiving holiday yet? Trying to figure out where Aunt Sally and Uncle Dave are going to sit at the family dinner? Honestly, I have some horrid memories of my childhood holidays, from not all, but some of the occasions. Perhaps that’s what causes me to be so excited about these special dates in my adult years. While most of my friends are begrudging the to-dos and frenzy of the season, I’m not. The holidays can trigger unresolved feelings from past experiences, and it’s liberating that we can take the bull by the horns and turn things around … it’s a cathartic experience to sit, many years later, beside siblings who also experienced the shortcomings of a family affected by the rage of alcoholism. YES, things are different now. And while I don’t quite have the quintessential Norman Rockwell holiday in memory, my mind does seem to conger up a golden roasted turkey (even though I don’t even eat turkey) popping out from the oven perfectly cooked, greeted by happy, healthy and hungry faces of mixed generations, all wearing perfectly

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pressed plaid shirts and adoring grins ear-to-ear. Over the years I’ve learned that you can move away from your family geographically, but paradoxically you can’t really divorce your family or your shared history; moving away doesn’t make your family or the pain shared with your siblings go away. Not dealing with the personal hurt and conflict you feel isolates you. In order to break these cycles someone has to do the work, and it might as well be you. Lisa and I have put together an array of articles this month that we truly hope you find insightful. Here’s to new traditions! Many blessings,

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be the change

By Carolyn Warnemuende

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Michael Burke: A Believer In Community “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Meade

ichael Burke, executive director of Shasta Family Justice Center (SFJC), is a strong believer in community. Emphasizing this belief, his 2010 acceptance speech to the Shasta County Board of Supervisors for his SFJC position included Margaret Meade’s quote shown above. “Only through cooperation and dedication can the lives of individuals, families and communities be changed,” Michael adds. An example of this philosophy, SFJC provides co-located services (a multi-disciplinary team of professionals under one roof) to Shasta County victims of family violence.

Michael with 9-year-old son Robert

Michael, while working as a photojournalist for Redding's Record Searchlight, was drawn to public service when he became a mentor for Shasta Family YMCA PlusONE Mentors Program in 1998. “A journalist has to remain neutral,” he says, “yet I wanted to become more involved.” At PlusONE he mentored a 7-year-old boy, Christopher, who is now 21 and in the Air Force. He and Christopher remain in contact. In 2002, Michael took on the directorship of PlusONE. From there, he became the Market and Media Coordinator at Mercy Medical Center in Redding. In 2009, Shasta County received a grant to start a family justice center. The following February, Michael heard Casey Gwinn, president of the National Family Justice

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Center Alliance, speak with passion about how community can assist in breaking the cycle of family violence. He was intrigued with Casey’s concept of one-stop services for victims of violence. When Michael saw the job announcement for an executive director for the Shasta County program, he applied. “It was an opportunity for a great job that would help me get more involved and give back to our community,” he says. As the selected candidate, Michael started his job at SFJC on August 1, 2010 in a 6,000-square-foot space on the top floor of the downtown Redding mall with three months of paid rent and $50,000 in the bank. “With a dedicated group of volunteers and partner agencies, we got the Center up within one month,” he recalls. They opened their doors on September 1, 2010, and in the first month served 33 people. During the first two years the Center has seen over 6,700 visitors. Angie Mellis, a victim advocate at SFJC, helped set up the initial program and has seen it grow. “Michael Shortly after opening in September of 2010, brings passion to whatever project US Congressman Wally Herger toured the he starts. His drive has accelerated Shasta Family Justice Center (SFJC). the success of the agency,” she says. From left to right: Michael Burke, Jackie McNerney, guest services asCongressman Wally Herger, Child Abuse sistant, agrees. “He shows enthuPrevention Coordinating Council Executive Director Betty Futrell and Shasta County siasm and comes to his job with District Attorney Crime Victim Assistance heart.” Center Program Manager, Angela McClure Michael’s leadership, the serwho was the Project Lead for the SFJC. vice given by professional staff and Reading with Jane at the Justice Center. volunteers, and the community’s response with donations and support, While Michael’s tireless enthusiasm for SFJC and earned SFJC the Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce’s photography bring him richness and joy, the most imporfirst Nonprofit of the Year award in June 2012. tant part of his life is his family: wife Roxanne, daughters As well as bringing passion and dedication to his work Kelsey (18) and Annelise (15), and son Robert (9). They enjoy at SFJC, Michael brings heart to his professional photograwatching movies, hiking, swimming and traveling together. phy. He began taking photographs when he was in eighth Michael also enjoys motorcycling, dirt biking and serving in grade. In high school he was yearbook editor and won community organizations. awards for his work in San Mateo County where he lived. Michael brings all of who he is to family and commu“My camera is my front row ticket to life,” he shares. “It nity, and he receives back. “I’m at a point right now where I has allowed me to meet presidents, fly in jet planes and have a rich life with enough time to do the things that are helicopters, and share what I see with the world.” important to me,” he says. His heartfelt smile shows that Michael’s favorite genre is photojournalism. “I love to this is true. Ó tell stories with my pictures. A picture is a snapshot in time that has the power to change things,” he says. He revealed that photography serves as a form of relaxation and takes him “into a zone,” and he likes the instant results and imWriter Carolyn Warnemuende lives in Redding with her husband Jim. Like Michael, they believe in the power of community. mediate feedback.

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By Darla Greb Mazariegos

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s a young girl growing up in the suburbs of San Jose, I spent a lot of my free time playing outdoors with friends, playing jacks on the sidewalk, bicycling down the street, or roller skating. My mother thought roller skating was so important that when my parents were looking for a new home to buy, my mom told my dad that we had to buy a house in the suburbs, and not the foothills where he wanted

to live, because we needed to have a sidewalk so that I could roller skate. Sure enough, one of my favorite pasttimes did become roller skating. Our house was built on a small “hill,” which made our driveway one of the popular places to skate or do other rolling activities because you could go down it really fast. I also spent a lot of time roller skating up and 8 down the sidewalks, trying not to trip over the

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cracks and picking myself up off the sidewalk when I did. Roller skating at the local rink was also a popular activity when I was young and is still a popular activity today. The North State is fortunate to have two roller rinks to choose from, Redding's Viking Skate Country and Cal Skate Chico. For older teens and adults, Mt. Shasta, Redding and Chico each have women’s roller derby teams (see resources section for info). Not only does roller skating promote exercise, it also gets children away from their electronic devices, and is a safe place where kids can be with their friends and enjoy music. “Skating is a fun way for a child to get out from behind a screen and get moving,” says Marianne Johannessen, owner of Viking Skate Country in Redding. “Another

great benefit is that anyone can do it. You don’t have to have great skills to have fun,” she adds. November starts Viking Skate’s special events season; they are open on November 12, Veterans Day, and during Thanksgiving break – they even offer “Skate Your Turkey Off” sessions on Thanksgiving Day. On Saturday nights, Viking Skate Country offers “Skate and Dance” events featuring a two-hour skate session followed by a two-hour dance session. You can also rent the entire rink for special occasions; options include a DJ and party hostess. Children love celebrating their birthday at skating rinks. Viking offers three birthday party rooms and two different party options; the most popular plan includes cake, soda, admission for 10, a party hostess and a clean-up crew. “When School is out, Cal Skate Chico is in,” states Scott Andrews, general manager of Cal Skate Chico and Fun Land. Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, it’s a great place for children and families to spend school vacation time. Cal Skate is open all week during Thanksgiving vacation, and like Viking, they offer “Skate Your Turkey Off” sessions on Thanksgiving Day. They are also open during the two-week winter break. Cal Skate also hosts birthday parties, with packages that include Round Table pizza and Baskin Robbins ice cream. It’s easy to book the party online. Andrews notes that it’s a healthy way to spend your birthday. Some other programs offered by the rink are roller hockey (for youth and adults) and artistic skating clubs with members ages 4 to 74. The club participates in events and tournaments at state and national levels. You can join the club to compete, or just participate for recreational or personal benefit. For preschool age kids, the rink has two special programs: Pre-school Skate and Roo’s Zoo. Roller derby was first made popular back in the 1970s and continues to be an exciting sport to participate in. The teams welcome new members year-round, and train players of all levels. Players typically must be 18 to join, but just watching the fast-paced skating can be an entertaining activity for the

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whole family. Most of the teams give back to the community by playing special fundraising events throughout the year. Skating is a great activity for the whole family to enjoy at any age. I have a friend who fondly remembers my grandmother putting on skates at the age of 70 and skating down the driveway of my house. It’s a sport that both children and adults can share together, and is a safe, healthy and pleasurable way for everyone to get some exercise! Ó

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By Desiree Gonzalez

Sweet Cottage “Pie Lady” Serves Up Slices Of Handmade Goodness

treet vendors have become ubiquitous here in the upper North State; we’ve got our share of taco trucks, hot dog vendors, fresh bread, and even Italian food. One vendor that is truly unique is Sweet Cottage, which sells delicious homemade pies made from scratch. Visitors to the Saturday Farmers’ Market in Chico (305 Wall St., 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine) will find Sweet Cottage owner Robin Rowe and her husband Alvin, selling a variety of pies and quiches out of the adorable red and yellow pie cart Alvin built. The cart truly does resemble a sweet little cottage or grandma’s house. What stands out about the couple are the amazing smiles you see emanating from the little cart on wheels: An attractive, youthful-looking couple in their 40s, Robin’s grin is warm and open and Alvin smiles with his eyes. The pair also works Chico's Thursday Night Market during summer. In addition to the great taste and wholesome ingredients (including organic flour, organic sugar, and local organic fruit when available) what also makes the pies so popular with their customers are the personalities behind the pies. Robin’s favorite quotes include “Be as you wish to attract,” and “You are love.” The Rowe family – including daughter Alli and son Kaiden – has been in the pie busi ness for more than four years. Known by customers as the “Pie Lady,” Robin has fond childhood memories of baking pies with her mother. A stay-at-home mom, Robin began putting more time and energy into something that she normally did for fun. Due to a family health crisis and the hit the family took during the economic downturn as landlords of several rentals, what began as a hobby became an important source of income. The couple eventually was forced out of real estate and put their passion into pies. “Every time I would meditate, I would see visions of pie,” Robin says. The Rowes took a difficult time and turned it in to something delicious. “I love what I do,” Robin emphasizes. “I get to make things with my hands and am blessed with beautiful customers!” Sweet Cottage sells pies both whole and by the slice, jams made with sweet organic fruit, loose fair trade organic teas, ice cold exotic teas, wild lemonades, and other desserts. Individual pie slices are $3.50; whole pies are $17, plus a $4 tin fee which is refundable upon return. Pie flavors include Dutch Apple, Raspberry Apple, Marion Berry (the most popular and a two-time berry festival blue-ribbon winner), “Wild About Berries,” Strawberry Rhubarb, Peach, Blueberry Peach, Old-Fashioned Chocolate Fudge, Pumpkin, and Pecan. Quiches include Portobello Mushroom & Artichoke Heart; Prosciutto, Swiss & Leek; Spinach Basil; and Sun-Dried Tomato and Pine Nut. Gluten-free items are also available. What better way to make your holidays easier and more delicious than with Sweet Cot tage pies and quiches? This time of year, it’s best to place requests in advance. To order pies for your party, celebration, office meeting or just because, call (530) 513-2044 to pre-order. You can pick up your orders at the farmers market or choose from what’s available without a pre-order. Author Desiree Gonzalez used to frequent Anna Miller’s pies in the Bay Area as a kid, and believes “an apple pie without some cheese is like a kiss without a squeeze.”

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By River Jewett

A Fundraiser for the Siskiyou Ice Rink: Thinking Long Term

riginally born in rainy western Washington State, I never experienced much snow or the fun things that come with it, like skiing and ice skating. Luckily I have had family in Mount Shasta, so I enjoyed some snow fun once a year when visiting. When my mom and I moved to Mount Shasta in the summer of 2011, I could hardly wait to go ice skating, as skating is my favorite winter sport (and the one I barley ever got to do). Unfortunately, the year we moved to Mount Shasta was the first year, after ten years running, that the Siskiyou Ice Rink did not open! This was a big disappointment for me and many other people … but why was it closed? The ice rink is an outdoor rink in a beautiful setting, but without a roof the ice is more susceptible to melting in the sun. Increased costs of operation contributed to the rink’s closure. This year the rink will be open for a seven-week winter season with help from the community group Friends of the Rink (FOR). I want to help too, so the rink can stay

open long-term. One idea posed to cut down the cost of electricity is to build a roof to protect the ice from sun and snow, as well as putting up River Jewett's Siskiyou Ice Rink fundraising card solar panels to generate affordable electricity. As an artist and as a member of my community, I’ve cal locations to buy the card will be available on the site. decided to take action by selling one of my art pieces as Single cards are $2 each or $15 for 10 cards at local locards, and will donate 100% of the profits towards obtaincations; online ordering (includes shipping and handling) ing a rink roof and solar panels. is $25 for 12 cards. If you would like to help with this cause, you can Please spread the word and help support the rink! Ó purchase my “Ice Skate Post” holiday greeting card at a variety of Mount Shasta stores and galleries, including the Siskiyou Arts Council Gallery, 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.; River Jewett, age 16, is a resident of Mount A Melo Place, 417 Chestnut St.; Alpine Originals, 304 N. Mt. Shasta. She enjoys making art all the time Shasta Blvd.; and the Siskiyou Ice Rink at Shastice Park and helping make her community a fun place during the skate season. to live. She specializes in daily singing while washing dishes. The cards can also be purchased online at my Esty shop at www.Etsy.com/shop/RiverJewett. A list of all lo-

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By Darla Greb Mazariegos

How Can Schools And Parents Protect Children From Bullying?

arents of school-aged children are becoming increasingly aware of the number of incidents of bullying that occur both at school and on-line. Children may avoid admitting they are targets of bullying, so it’s important for parents to be aware of the different signs children show that may indicate that they’ve been the victims of bullying. Christa Melnyk Hines notes in her article, Talking About Bullying; Could your chatterbox’s talking be hiding a bigger

problem?, that children may not tell about bullying if they are feeling embarrassed or ashamed. Parents need to look for signs which can include a sudden change in disposition, ailments like stomachaches and headaches, anxiety about going to school or riding the bus, falling grades, or, in extreme cases, self-abuse such as cutting. It can be difficult to get a child to open up about a bullying incident, so it’s important to keep the lines of communication open with your child, asking him

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about school and friendships, asking if he knows kids who are bullied, or telling him about a time when you experienced bullying. Marriage and Family Therapist Mike Pautz of Mount Shasta teaches parents and children that bullying is about power and control. Pautz says, “Bullies often times do not have any power or control within their home, so they use bullying as a way to gain this back. Bullies use bullying as a way to gain back power they may

have lost in their personal lives. They do this by threats, name-calling, and putting others down.” Teasing, social bullying (such as excluding someone from a group), spreading rumors, and physical bullying are other types of bullying. Since bullying can also occur on Facebook and by text messaging, parents need to try to monitor their child’s use of electronic media since online bullying is a serious problem and can carry over 12 into school.

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Resources for Bullying Prevention: Marsh Junior High School peer mediators are ready to assist their classmates. Students can call the Bully Hotline at (530) 895-4110 ext. 400.

If your child shares with you a bullying incident that occurred at school, discuss ways your child can deal with the situation and how he can protect himself. Your child needs to know that he isn’t alone, that other kids have also had the same experiences, and that bullying is not acceptable behavior. Hines suggests the following to share with your child to help avoid a bullying situation: • Tell the bully to stop and then walk away from the situation as soon as you can. • Practice remaining unemotional by ignoring him or assuming a “straight face” since a bully generally seeks a reaction. • Hang out with friends to avoid being alone. If you don’t have friends nearby, try to stay close to other people. • Tell a teacher, school counselor, parent, another trusted adult, a friend, or a sibling. Marsh Junior High School in Chico has developed a peer mediation program, which consists of 15 peer mediators from the 8th grade, to mediate bullying incidents at school. Parents need to be aware that children, particularly adolescents and teens, may feel more secure talking to a peer about bullying rather than an adult, since some children have strong bonds with their peers and they feel that their peers can better relate to their problems. At the beginning of the year, Marsh students are given a Bully Hotline card with a hotline email and phone number to report being bullied or a bullying incident they witnessed. Mediators then try to bring both sides together to “talk it out” to determine whether it was a bullying incident or a misunderstanding, and to help resolve the situation. Having a friend or bystander who witnesses an incident stand up for the victim and report it is very important to ending the bullying cycle. Peer mediator at Marsh

Ryland Jolliffe remarks, “We need to empower the bystanders to be upstanders.” The start of a new school year is a particularly difficult time for students, especially 7th graders since they are trying to find where they fit in at a new school. The peer mediators at Marsh stated that at the beginning of the school year they started receiving calls the first week of classes. In addition to assisting students by phone or in mediation, the peer mediators visit classrooms to give presentations and also show the documentary: Let’s Get Real. Cyberbullying is also a big problem for students at this age. According to Sameer Hinduja, Ph.D. and Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D., experts in cyberbullying, some things parents and students themselves can do to help prevent this type of bullying are: never open unidentified or unsolicited messages, protect your passwords, keep photos PG on Facebook and other social media, log off of online accounts, set up privacy controls, google yourself to find out what personal information is public, and don’t be a cyberbully yourself. Parents need to be aware of the symptoms of bullying, encourage children to talk about what is going on at school and with peers, offer support and guidance when needed, and demonstrate how to confidently manage the many diverse personalities who will inevitably come in and out of the child’s life. Preventing children from bullying needs to be an ongoing effort made by parents, teachers and children themselves. Ó

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Darla Greb Mazariegos lives in Chico and is the mother of twin daughters, age 13, and a son, age 10. One of her concerns is how technology is affecting children, and what parents can do to protect children against cyber-bullying.

• Cyberbullying Research Center. Offers online resources providing up-todate information about the nature, extent, causes, and consequences of cyberbullying among adolescents. www.cyberbullying.us. • Disability Awareness & Anti-bullying Puppet Shows; Redding, CA. Rowell Family Empowerment Center offers fun puppet shows to schools and youth groups to help make students more sensitive to children’s disabilities. www.rfec.org; (530) 226-5129. • No Name-Calling Week; national event. January 21-25, 2013. Words can hurt. Focuses attention on the problem of name-calling in schools; provides students and educators tools for dialogues about ways to eliminate name-calling in their communities. www.nonamecallingweek.org. • Paradise Center for Tolerance and Nonviolence; Paradise, CA. PCTN is a grassroots, nonsectarian, nonpartisan organization dedicated to honoring and protecting differences, resolving conflicts peacefully, and advocating for a safe, hospitable and harmonious community. www.pctn.org. • StopBullying.gov; online. Provides information from various government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how to prevent and respond to bullying. Includes a special section for kids. www.stopbullying.gov.

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Living With The Unthinkable: Grieving The Loss Of A Child

ife usually unfolds in a natural order: birth, maturation, decline and death. We see this progression in plant and animal life and in the lives of humans … it’s what we expect. But life doesn’t always happen this way. We plant a tree, and it may not reach maturity. Accidents or illness take the lives of young family pets. And sometimes, parents outlive their children. When this happens, we believe that it isn’t right; it falls outside the natural order of things. Losing a son or daughter of any age and through any cause is devastating. The course of life is changed and will never be the same. There is a loss of the current relationship and of the hopes and dreams parents had for their child. Following a child’s death, some parents report that it feels like their lives, too, are over and that there is no reason to go on. Yet they must go on, for themselves and for any other children in the family.

If you have lost a child, no one can say or do anything to take away your pain. A North State obstetrics and gynecology nurse, who asked to remain anonymous, shared that the most challenging aspect of her practice as a labor and delivery nurse has also been the most meaningful. “I do my best to be there for parents during this heartbreaking time, knowing that what I do might help them heal in the future," she says. Peggy McGuire, a chaplain at Mercy Medical Center Redding agrees. “The only thing one can do is be there with the parents and support their process. This may one day lead to healing.” While it is absolutely true that nothing will relieve your immediate anguish over the loss of a child, there are steps which will help your transition back into daily life.

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Do not be afraid to grieve. While grieving is painful, it is only through this process that healing takes place. Christina Cicero, MLS, CT, a grief counselor in Redding, says, “There is no right way and no wrong way to grieve. The most important gift grieving parents can give each other is the freedom to grieve in his or her own way, to understand that what comforts oneself may be painful to one’s spouse." As impossible as it seems, when compassionately accepting the grief process and courageously taking steps to return to life, joy can once again be felt.

Some parents think they shouldn’t talk about their sadness and sense of helplessness. Sharing your grief al14 lows others to support you. Often people want to

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Hospice Foundation of America. Hospice offers online information to help with understanding challenges that need to be faced when coping with grief, & local Hospice programs often offer grief support. www.hospicefoundation.org/grief.

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Forever Loved Perinatal Loss Support Group; Chico. Support for families who have lost a child during the perinatal period. Annual candlelight remembrance walk each October. (530) 332-7610. Healing Through Writing: Telling Our Stories; Chico. Free monthly writing group for people who want to learn more about writing to heal. (530) 332-3855. Paradise Hospice at Feather River Hospital. Offers grief support groups and one-on-one support. (530) 877-8755.

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Mercy Hospice; Redding. Offers bereaved parents support group for parents & grandparents who have lost a child of any age. Also offers bereavement support groups for children & teens. www.mercymedicalcenter.com; (530) 245-4070.

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Madrone Hospice; Yreka. Free grief support & counseling services for those who have lost a loved one. All ages. www.madronehospice.org; (530) 842-3160. Mercy Hospice; Mount Shasta. Serving South Sikiyou County. Free grief support groups & one-on-one support for anyone who is grieving. www.mercymtshasta.org; (530)926-6111, ext. 455.

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The Compassionate Friends; Yuba City. Monthly support group that assists families toward the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child of any age. (530) 632-1406.

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reach out but feel awkward doing so. They don’t know what to say or do. This may be especially true if a baby has died during the perinatal period. You have bonded with him while he was in utero. Others haven’t felt this bond, and may ignore the death or unthinkingly say something trite. Sharing your heartache opens the door for others to be compassionate. As time moves on, family and friends become involved again in their own lives. Their initial sympathy and concern is not as evident. Let those who are in your inner circle know when you need to talk or receive nurturing.

Receive

Accepting physical and emotional support may be hard. In the best of times, many people find receiving difficult. In your loss, you may want to isolate yourself. Honor that part of your path and also find time to let others in. Only by accepting the gift of nurturance from family and friends can you begin to renew your own depleted self. In your willingness to receive, you are giving them a gift, too. Their giving leads to their healing.

Turn to a Higher Power

If you believe in God or another power greater than yourself, turn to it. Prayer, meditation, walking in nature, and immersing yourself in music or fine literature can help sustain you during this time of the unthinkable. Turning to a higher power with commitment can move you into compassion for yourself and for the pain others are experiencing. You are not alone.

Use resources

Emily Sawyer, MSW, supervisor of Volunteer and Bereavement Programs at Mercy Hospice Redding says that losing a child of any age is a unique loss. “It is difficult to move on. The parent’s task is to learn to live in the world again without their child. Some find it helps to connect with others. One way of making this connection is to join a support group with other parents who have had the experience of losing a child.”

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Debbie Powers, volunteer coordinator at Enloe Hospice in Chico, echoes the theme. “Meeting with others who are grieving a loss can help one reestablish their identity and life path,” she says. She continues by stating that there are various resources for parents: individual counseling, faith-based guidance, closed grief groups, and recommended reading.

Care for Yourself

The last thing you may feel like doing is taking care of yourself. It requires energy you may not have. Yet caring for yourself in nurturing ways grounds you – it keeps you connected to this physical world you still live in. Find some time each day to do something you really enjoy. What it is doesn’t matter; what matters is doing it. Read a book, take a walk, lie in the sunshine, cook, or putter in your studio or shop. Let your body lead you where your mind may not be ready to go … back into life.

You will live again

Bereaved parents have their own timeline in the grief process. Regardless of how long it takes, one day you will wake up and recognize that the world looks brighter than it did the day before. You will discover that you are laughing with greater ease and enjoying life again. Rejoice and express gratitude; healing is taking place. Sometimes when stepping back into life, parents feel like they are abandoning the memory of their deceased child. This is not so. You will always love and honor this being that blessed your family. By moving on, you are also loving and honoring yourself and those in your family and intimate circle. Ó

Author Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S., is a former family counselor who has had the opportunity to serve families with sick and dying children. She practices compassion and acceptance as part of her daily ritual.

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Interviews with Shasta and Tehama Counties’ Superintendents of Schools Your county school superintendent plays an important and supportive role for each school district. As an elected position, a superintendent serves in a leadership role and is a facilitator for bringing together those involved in the educational system to talk about common issues. He or she serves as a consultant and mediator, oversees the financial obligations of school districts, facilitates teacher training programs, oversees the district’s special needs programs, and much more. We wanted to take the time to interview school superintendents in order to share their insights, get an update on what’s current in our local public schools, and also to share some advice for parents about ways to support their children’s educational process.

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Q: How are schools currently partnering with parents and the community at large to support schools, in ways different than just ten years ago? Tom Armelino: Parents are essential to their child’s success in school. As society grows more complex and schools are forced to reduce services due to state and federal budget cuts, some of the responsibilities once reserved for schools alone have changed. Today, parents and schools share many roles and the boundary lines have become blurred. In most homes both parents have been forced to work due to the economy, and many of our students spend more waking time at school than they do at home. In addition, parents spend less time vol-

unteering at school and often have less time at home to help their child with their academic learning. This is occurring at a time when schools are asking more and more of parents due to increased academic expectations of rigor measured by academic testing. With high expectations and reduced funding, schools are also asking parents to help with fundraisers to pay for school field trips, athletics, music, and other extracurricular activities that we once took for granted. Without the help of parents and the community, many schools are reducing or eliminating these activities. Yet, with cooperation and good communication, a bridge can be built between school and home to help the student understand that both the school and their parents share a common interest of help16 ing them be successful.

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support their children. That involvement helps to build a stronger school community. Small children need to have a parent check their book bags when they get home from school and make sure they are packed correctly before they leave for school in the morning. All children need their parents to ask them specifics about their school day and understand how their child is feeling about school. In addition, parents need to ask their child if they have homework, and stay on top of their child’s grades. Yet, the homeschool connection needs to be about balance. Children need to be allowed to make their own mistakes; children often learn valuable lessons through those mistakes. It helps build resiliency and provides life lessons that will help them in the future when they enter adulthood.

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Q: Is there anything key you would like the community and families to know about regarding the current public school system and its impact on county schools? TA: Shasta County schools, in partnership with College Options; Shasta College; California State University, Chico; University of California, Davis; First 5; and Public Health, have been working together to create an initiative titled Reach Higher Shasta.This initiative is intended to ensure all Shasta County students will achieve success once they leave high school. Our mission is: “All Shasta County students will receive an education that successfully prepares them, without remediation, for multiple postsecondary options with a focus on high skill, high wage employment.” To learn more about Reach Higher Shasta visit www.reachhighershasta.com or contact Charlene Ra17 mont at (530) 229-8219.

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Q: In what ways have parents and the community helped the schools in your district, how key is this involvement, and how can people become involved today? Larry Champion: In Tehama County, our community has bonded together and created a grassroots movement called “Expect More Tehama!” That is, a community of all stakeholders working together to build relationships, create teamwork, and establish an action-oriented, transitional plan that encourages higher expectations for higher education. Those higher expectations are for all the children in our county and we are all challenged to continuously improve in our efforts to ensure that all students achieve at their highest levels. Community members are involved by giving of their time or treasure to the extensive list of activities coordinated by Expect More Tehama! to guarantee that our school system can provide a quality educational experience for all students while meeting our goal of increasing the number of our children going on to college and career. Parents can obtain more information and find out how to get involved by visiting www.expectmoretehama.com. Q: What are some key ways parents can help support their child’s school experience and to help insure their child’s success in learning? LC: Our First 5 Tehama Commission has as their mantra: “School Readiness Begins at Birth: Read, Sing, Play – visit the Doctor/Dentist – Start Today!” We encourage parents to consider the social/emotional and cognitive needs of their children, as well as proper medical/health/diet considerations as they prepare them for their educational experience. One key way that parents can support a successful school experience is for them to read to their children. This year,

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Expect More Tehama! launched Tehama Reads! This is our effort to ensure that our children are proficient readers by the end of third grade. This partnership has community organizations, public libraries, local businesses, service clubs, and governmental agencies all working together to help our schools and parents reach the goal of proficient readers by the end of the third grade. With this good start, we know that they are on their way to growing smart. Q: What motto do you live by? LC: I am a Rotarian and the theme of the organization, which has 1.2 million members worldwide, is “Service Above Self.” The education of children is work of paramount importance and requires a “Servant Leader” to rise above self in order to even begin the work. Q: Is there anything key you would like the community and families to know about regarding the current public school system and its impact on county schools? The public schools of Tehama County are doing a great job in spite of the challenges that we are all facing as a result of the current economic climate. Student achievement continues to increase, and schools are safe, well maintained and clean. Most importantly, the schools of Tehama County are staffed with highly qualified and caring people. We are always looking for ways to continuously improve our system in partnership with parents and community. Ó Writer Lisa Shara lives in Siskiyou County where she is involved in multiple local and national community projects that support children and families. Tehama County Superintendent of Schools Larry Champion. Photo: Jamie Solorio Photography

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hat are your fondest memories from childhood? No doubt many of them are of your family’s traditions: helping Grandma bake her homemade pumpkin pie, the first time you won Monopoly on game night, emptying Christmas stockings on Christmas morning, and so on. Children adore family traditions. They’re the little things that bring your family closer, create cherished memories, help define your family’s sense of identity, and link the past with the present.

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Unfortunately, in our modern, fast-paced world many family traditions have gone by the wayside. Sure, most of us still hold on to the “big” traditions – turkey on Thanksgiving, opening presents Christmas morning, celebrating on New Year’s Eve – but many of our uniquely simple traditions are being omitted from our kids’ lives. These days grandparents often don’t live nearby, and we’re too busy organizing our kids’ lives (school, practice, homework, playdates, parties, etc.) for simple traditions to spontaneously happen.

With a little effort you can bring back simple, stressfree traditions, or create new ones for your family to share. Consider some of the following ideas for creating traditions your children will look forward to each year! 1. Host a holiday slide show. Put together a slide show of past holiday photos. Pop some popcorn, sit down with the whole family, and enjoy the show! You’ll be surprised how much your kids love reminiscing about holi19 days-past.

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Create a Family Tradition! 2. Get into nature with an annual hike. Kids love exploring nature, so start a tradition of hiking throughout the seasons. Try a fall hike focused on leaf collecting. Who can find the most different kinds of leaves, the largest leaf, or the most colorful leaf? In the winter, when the days get short, arm your little ones with flashlights and head out after dark. There’s a lot to see, even if you stay on the sidewalk. Check out the night sky … can you spot the Big Dipper? Maybe you’ll get lucky and spot an owl. Spring rains fill the rivers and streams with interesting creatures; head out on an annual tadpole hunt. Hot summer days are perfect for hiking to a sandy beach and enjoying a picnic. 3. Rock & roll at the rink! Roller and ice skating are great for exercise and tons of fun for all ages. Head to a local indoor rink, and start a tradition that involves being physically fit. Most roller rinks offer family and kid-focused skating sessions that are a great way to get your little ones rolling. In November, some rink’s offer annual “Skate Your Turkey Off” skate times on Thanksgiving day … it’s lots of fun and a good way to burn off some calories. Check out the schedules at Cal Skate in Chico (www.funlandchico.com), Viking Skate Country in Redding (www.vikingskatecountry.com), Siskiyou Ice Rink in Mt. Shasta (opens Nov. 17, 2012; www.siskiyourink.org). A “Christmas in Paradise” Ice Rink opens fall 2013, (www.paradiseprpd.com/IceRink.html). 4. Invite the kids into the kitchen. Food is a wonderful way to build family traditions. The smells and tastes of our past are indelibly etched in our memories, and time spent in the kitchen will be cherished for years to come. North State Parent publisher Pamela Newman says, “Making homemade donuts when my kids were young every Thanksgiving holiday morning was a special time. There was something about it that pleased the senses … the flour dustings on the kids’ little hands and faces as they patted the dough, and smelling the maplesyrup flavored fresh-baked donuts, alongside the beautiful autumn weather we all really enjoyed.” If you want to try baking donuts (instead of frying them) with your little ones, check out: www.allrecipes.com/ recipe/fluffy-cake-doughnuts. 5. Get the neighbors together for an annual party. Expand your sense of family to include the neighbors, and plan an annual celebration. A neighborhood party can take whatever form you like: an infor-

mal get-together at your house for holiday cookies and eggnog, or a big, outdoor bash with a band and barbecue. If you’re planning a big event, recruit a few neighbors to help with the planning. Whatever you choose to do, get your little ones involved. Having them help decorate or pass out flyers will instill a sense of community spirit. 6. Make it a movie night! Don’t just turn the TV on and let the kids fall into a mind-numbing trance. Make it a family event: once a week, once a month, or whenever! Pick out a movie together, order the kids’ favorite pizza, pull out the pillows and blankets, and curl up on the couch together. Get in the holiday spirit with a festive flick like A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, How the Grinch Stole Christmas or The Polar Express. 7. Reminisce over Grandma’s tastiest recipe. Was Grandma famous for her apple pie? Get the whole family together and break out her recipe. If Grandma lives nearby, have her demonstrate how it’s done and share the story of how she learned to cook. If Grandma is not nearby, share your favorite stories about her as you cook. Give your kids a sense of her personality, and why she’s a special person in their lives. Establish a bond between this generation and the previous one. 8. Take a holiday trip. Traveling as a family is a great way to spend quality time together and forge lasting memories. Darla Mazariegos, writer for North State Parent, remembers her family’s annual holiday trip. “One of my favorite family traditions was the trip to San Francisco my family would take every Christmas. I grew up in the suburbs of San Jose and my dad felt it was important to take part in the holiday festivities that only a major city could put on. So off we went to San Francisco to spend the day at Union Square. The highlight of our day trip was to visit one of San Francisco’s well-known department stores, the City of Paris, to see the famously tall Christmas tree, which went straight up through a vast opening in the center of the store. We liked to see what theme the decorations were and would walk up to each floor to view the tree at each level. On the ceiling of the store was an immense colorful skylight, and, of course, the tree was topped with a special ornament. My dad was heartbroken when the store was sold to another company which tore down the beautiful City of Paris. This annual trip is still one of my favorite memories of holidays past.” 9. Dance, dance, dance! Traditions aren’t just for the holiday. Any night can become a dance party! Turn the 20

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lights down, crank up the music, and get your groove on. Kids love to dance, and they love to see Mom and Dad dance, so get in the mix. Like food, music is tied to memory, so create your family soundtrack. When your kids are all grown up, hearing a favorite childhood song will evoke fond memories of your family’s fun times together. 10. Get in the spirit with a holiday-themed book. Make a tradition of sharing holiday stories. Your little one is sure to love the traditional tale The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore. For preschoolers through early elementary school, try Auntie Claus by Elise Primavera or Cranberry Thanksgiving by Harry Devlin. North State Parent’s advertising representative Tina McDermott reminisces about reading Cranberry Thanksgiving with her daughter, saying,“When the oldest of my three daughters was five and I was homeschooling her, I used a curriculum that taught every subject through children’s literature. Since my daughter loved reading above all (she snuggled books not teddy bears), it was the perfect way to teach her. The week before Thanksgiving we read Cranberry Thanksgiving, which is a sweet story of a young girl helping her grandmother protect her secret cranberry bread recipe. When my daughter saw the recipe at the end of the book, naturally we had to make it. My daughter is now nineteen and we have

read the book and made the yummy bread every year since. It would not be Thanksgiving without it.” 11. Plan a farm-fresh picnic. Start a healthy tradition! Visit a local farm or farmer’s market and have the kids pick out some mouth-watering fruits and veggies. Head to a nearby park with your locally grown items for a picnic. Don’t forget the picnic blanket! 12. Put it in print. Write a letter to your children every year on a special day: their birthday, Thanksgiving, New Year’s Day, etc. Tell them how special they are to you, and what you love about them. Jot down the highlights of the last year: milestones met, or funny stories you don’t want to forget. Find a quiet moment after the festivities, and read them your letter. Place each letter in a scrapbook or binder to create a wonderful keepsake honoring their childhood. Share your favorite family traditions with North State Parent magazine by emailing publisher Pamela Newman at: pn@northstateparent.com. Ó Jessica Baldis’ favorite tradition is baking Pumpkin Choco-Dot cake with her three boys. If only the mixer had three beaters, the boys wouldn’t have to fight over who gets to lick them.

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Bidwell Park? Little ones ages 3-5 learn all about them in the fun Great Gobblers Preschool Workshop created especially for them. See the 15th (Butte County).

 The Siskiyou Ice Rink opens Nov. 17th, and sign-ups for The Fresh Beat Band, from Nick Jr. TV, is coming to Redding. Kiki, Shout, Marina & Twist share their love of singing & dancing in a fun concert for kids. See the 16th (Shasta County).

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the Youth Ice Hockey Program are happening now. All levels welcome - includes "Learn to Play Hockey" classes (Mon/Wed, ages 4-adult). Special sign-up dates are Nov 3rd and 10th (Siskiyou County), also see the Programs & Leagues Registrations section below. Photo: Steve Alley, Alley Cat Dad.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER

Artist Chris Messer places final touches on a painting to be shown at the Winter Gifts Holiday Art Show in Mount Shasta. The show features paintings, prints, encaustics, ceramics and more. See the Exhibits section below.

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

December Events Deadline is November 10. If you have additional questions, contact our calendar editor at: calendar@northstateparent.com North State Parent P.O. Box 1602, Mt. Shasta, CA 96067 Phone (530) 926-1287, 2# Fax (530) 926-3873 Please note: most information listed here is compiled several weeks prior to publishing; we encourage you to use the phone numbers provided to verify dates and times of events.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Anderson Teen Center Opening; Anderson. Anderson Teen Center offers tutoring, computer & internet access, & activities such as cooking, dance, or yoga class for teenagers. Parents & teenagers are encouraged to stop by & visit. Grades 7-12. Open Tu/Th, 3-7pm, Wed, 2:30-6:30pm, & Fri, 3-8pm. Free. 2889 East Center St. (530)365-9021. Fall Pet Food Drive; Palo Cedro. Help Another Chance Animal Welfare League keep their furry friends warm & fed through the winter. They need: dog & cat food (wet & dry), cat litter, blankets & towels, pet beds & monetary donations. Drop off thru 12/15, Tue-Fri, 10am-4pm & Sat, 10am-3pm. Location: Another Chance Animal Welfare League Thrift Store, 9384 D Deschutes Rd. (530)547-7387.

Mobile Dental Clinic; Corning. From Oct 29–Nov 9, the Mobile Clinic will be in Corning, offering free dental work for pregnant women & children from ages 0-6, with or without insurance. Corning Family Resource Center, 1480 South St. (530)520-6913. Ranger-Led Personalized Group Activities; Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Schedule your group of 15-30 to enjoy customized ranger-led group activities. Including hikes, gold panning, storytime & other ed-related activities. All ages. $5 day use fee per vehicle. (530)242-3451.

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Beginning Youth Recreational Basketball Program; Paradise. Youth grades 3-6 learn basketball fundamentals & skills through clinics, practices & league games. Separate boys/girls leagues at each grade level. Sign up now, program runs Sats, 12/8-2/23. $60, includes t-shirt; some scholarships avail. Pine Ridge Gym & Paradise Intermediate School Gym. (530)872-6393. SNAP (Special Needs All Play) Basketball Program; Anderson. Open to challenged youth ages 4-18. Sign up thru 11/16. $35/6-week program, includes team shirt; some scholarships available. For more information on this program contact City of Anderson Community Services, (530)378-6656. Youth & Family Bowling Leagues; Redding. Three fun leagues can be joined anytime: Junior/Adult Mixed Bowling Leagues: Family fun! Mons, 6:30pm. Play 3 games; $8.50/youth (includes shoes), $11/adults (+shoes if needed). Saturday Junior Bowling League: For kids that can hold & swing a 6# ball. Sats, 11am; $8.50/ includes 3 games & shoe rental, +1-time $10 reg fee. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Youth Instructional Bowling League: Ages 7 & up. Weds, 3:30pm; $6/includes 2 games & shoe rental. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Youth Basketball League; Redding. Every child gets equal playing time & fair play is encouraged. No try-outs or cuts. Weekly games & tournament. Ages 5-12. Sats, 1/5-3/2, time varies. $50 ($40/Y member). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N Court St. (530) 246-9622.

Youth Basketball Programs; Anderson. For youth grades 1-6, program includes basic skills, teamwork & lots of fun. Sign up thru 11/16. $35/6-week program, includes team shirt; some scholarships available. Reg forms at the City of Anderson Community Services website or at their office, 2889 E. Center St. (530)378-6656. Youth Ice Hockey Program; Mt. Shasta. Sign up now for beginner & intermediate-advanced youth hockey. Ages 4-18yrs; some equip. avail for use. Weekday practices begin 11/20; weekend games DecJan. $50-$65/individual hockey program pass or $159/ family hockey program pass (includes access to public skates). Sign ups 11/3 & 11/10, 12-5pm at the Rink, or through the Mt. Shasta Recreation & Parks District office. Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)925-4368.

EXHIBITS

A Forest Journey; Redding. Interactive exhibit inspired by the Harvard classic, A Forest Journey by science writer John Perlin. Explores the world-wide use of wood & the benefits of trees. Thru 12/31, Wed-Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Ansel Adams: Masterworks; Redding. Back home for a limited engagement to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Museum at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Features a unique collection of signed works selected by Adams to represent his life’s work. 11/15-1/13, Wed-Sat., 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Eat Well, Play Well; Redding. Informative interactive exhibit offers insights to the healthy choices around us. Find out about burning calories, your body’s flexibility, food serving sizes & much more. Thru 1/6, Wed-Sat., 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Fall Exhibits At Gateway Science Museum; Chico. Fall brings planes & prospectors…come “Take Flight” with the new aeronautical exhibit, get “Gold Fever” while learning all about prospecting, or transform the American West with the photographs of “Third Views,

Second Sights.” Thru 12/30, W-Sun, 12-5pm. $5/adults, $3/ages 3-7yrs/students, members & ages 2 & under free. 625 Esplanade. (530)898-4121. “I (Heart) Chico”; Chico. Community show featuring expressions of love for Chico by artists of all ages, talents & mediums. Create your own piece of art in this interactive exhibit! All ages. Thru 1/27, W-Sun, 12-4pm. $2-$3 general, under age 14 free. Chico Museum, Corner of Second & Salem Sts, Downtown Chico. (530)891-4336. Lenticulars-The Spectacular Clouds of Mt. Shasta; Mt. Shasta. Learn the science behind lenticular cloud formations & the legends about them. Fri, Sat & Sun 1-4pm, thru Dec 9. $1 admission. Sisson Museum, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Natures Number’s; Redding. Math is everywhere: the pattern of spots on your dog, symmetry of butterfly wings & shape of crystals in salt exemplify some mathematical properties of nature. Come play with math & nature. Thru 12/31, Wed-Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm. Free w/ Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Quilted: Past, Present & Future; Redding. See historic & community quilts, quilted objects & more. Learn how cloth is made, & cultural differences in design & fabrication. Thru Nov 4! Wed-Sat., 9am-4pm & Sun, 10am-4pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. The Parrot Playhouse: Lories!; Redding. Hand-feed Australian lorikeets in every color of the rainbow in an interactive aviary. W-Sat, 9:30-11:45am & 1-4pm, & Sun, 10:30-11:45am & 1-4pm, thru 3/31. Admission $1, includes one free nectar cup (plus Park admission, $10-$14). Additional nectar cups $1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Winter Gifts Holiday Art Show; Mt. Shasta. The Mountain Arts Cooperative presents its 4th annual holiday show featuring new works of artist co-op members, including paintings, encaustics & ceramics. Reception Friday, 11/23, 5-8pm. Show: 11/14-1/19, M-F, 10am-5pm & Sat, 11am-5pm. Siskiyou Arts Council Gallery & Cultural Center, 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-1294.

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After School Storytime; Chico. Stories & craft for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Cheernastics Class; Chico. Get extra cheerleading skills practice, or prepare to be an All Star. Learn tumbling skills, jumps, motions & flexibility. For all ages & abilities. $55/mo or $15/class. T/Th 3:30-5pm. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. Playgroup & support network for homeschooling & unschooling children & parents. Independent & inclusive - all homeschoolers/all ages welcome! 1-4pm. Free. Call for current location & group info. (530)228-7078. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing hands-on play class designed for children ages 3-5 & their parents. Messy, gooey art activities, social interactions, games & puzzles. 2 Th sessions: 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm; join anytime thru 12/20. Siblings welcome! Ages 10mos5yrs: $4/hr w/class card, under 10mos free. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For all ages of those who love to knit & crochet. 12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly group for mothers offering support on a wide variety of parenting topics. Children welcome. 10:30am-12pm. Free. Paradise Community Church of the Nazarene, 311 Circlewood Ln. (530)876-2518. Music Together At Sunny Garden; Chico. Music classes offering an ongoing exploration for parents & their children ages 0-5. Th, 9-10am, thru 12/20. A fun, hands-on approach to music. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. Call for details: (530)343-3101. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. Parents & children ages 0-5 enjoy playing together in a fun, creative, safe & loving environment. Promotes child development through art, games, puzzles, books, dress-up & more. M-W &

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F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. Join anytime thru 12/21. Babies under 10mos free; ages 10mos-5yrs, $4/hr w/ class card. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Toddlers & preschoolers enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Self-Care & Resources For Caregivers; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better selfcare, & resources. 11am-1pm. Butte College Foster/ Kinship Care Ed Center, 2491 Carmichael Dr. Ste 300. (530)897-6235. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. $75/ month (unlimited classes). Approved as a CORE Butte Charter & South Sutter School vendor. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste B. (530)897-0326.

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Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime; Anderson. Features stories, stickers, songs & crafts. 3:30pm. All ages. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Art & Craft Adventures; Redding. Inspire your child’s imagination & self-expression with hands-on art activities for ages 2-5. Painting, drawing, collage & more; encourages confidence & supports artistic potential. Thu, 9-10am. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. For parents or grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age. 1st & 3rd Th, 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Co-facilitated by professional counselors. Separate groups for ages 6-12yrs, 13-18yrs & parents/grandparents. Info: (530)245-4070.

Día De Los Muertos Cultural Event; Redding. Event includes a community ofrenda (offering) on display, explanations about Day of the Dead, bilingual poetry & literary readings, mask & face painting, tissue flower making & music. 11am-2pm. Shasta College library entrance, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-2243. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Little ones ages 5 & under have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Tu/ Th, 8:30-9:30am. $4/child; under age 4 play with adult. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. Students ages 4 & up learn to take instruction, develop self-control, improve balance & coordination, & become physically fit, all while having fun. 2 age groups: 4-8yrs (5:30-6:15pm) & 9yrs & up (6:15-7pm). $25/mo, drop-in okay. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Little Explorers; Redding. Activities & stories for ages 2-5 & their caregivers. Presented by Bruce, Michelle, Rachael, Ryan & Thomas Lutz. 10am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. MOPS (Mothers Of Preschoolers); Redding. Meet other moms to celebrate the joys, be encouraged through the challenges, & learn to be creative with raising your preschooler. Food, fun & childcare to allow connection! Ages pregnancy-kindergarden. 9-11am. $5, + $24/annual fee, some scholarships. 1st time free. Redding First Church of the Nazarene, 2225 Bechelli Ln. (530)365-8977. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindergym: Intro to all equipment & a fun social experience, ages 3-5, 4-4:45pm, $40/mo. Tumble-Fun: Fast-paced beginning class teaches basic gymnastics skills & terminology, ages 6+, 4-5pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-5: “Tiny Tots”: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5 must be supervised by adult, siblings welcome. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483.

Storytime With First 5 Shasta; Redding. “Baby Says Moo” storytime with guest reader Dawn Suttmoeller), puppet show, craft, & free book for every child. Ages 0-5. 10:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Avenue. (530)245-7250. Thankful Thursday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Bring in a non-perishable food item & the studio fee is free during your painting session. 11-6pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Tumbling Class; Anderson. Children develop flexibility, coordination, balance & strength through tumbling exercises. Ages 4-8. 5:30-6:15pm. $20/mo; $5/dropin. Anderson Community Center, 1887 Howard St. (530)378-6656. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring your friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games! Ages 10-17. 12-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, & how to lead or follow. Fun, supportive environment. Develop technique & skills. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm $7/class; $20/4 classes. Wellness Center members $20/8 classes. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, fun activity for boys & girls in modern facility. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:15- 6:15pm; Sun 10am-12pm. $50/mo; free trial. Convenient location. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Music & More; Mt. Shasta. An interactive experience for ages 5 & under & their caregivers. Includes stories, exploratory art & music. Facilitated by early childhood educator Bayla Greenspoon. Free. Th, 10-11:30am, thru 11/15. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Siskiyou Arts Bus Open Studio; Mt. Shasta. Join the fun inside the bus in a creative art studio setting. Handson experience with paints, print making, clay, collage & more! Ages 9 & up (younger w/parent participation). Tu/ Th, 2:45-5pm, thru 5/30. Free. Siskiyou Arts Bus, east side of Mount Shasta Library, 515 Alma St. (530)859-2309.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Dynamic, modern activity program for children to develop coordination, flexibility, strength, basic martial arts skills & good manners. Ages 4+. Free trial. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. $50/mo. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline class/studio sessions for all ages & levels. Taught by Anastasia Nelson; includes time to work on your projects. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:30-2:30pm. $20/drop in (space allowing) or pre-reg $45/3-classes; includes materials. Red Bluff Art Gallery, 601 Walnut St. (530)529-1332. Playgroup; Corning. A great place for children to play, learn & enjoy hands-on activities, all with their parents’ assistance, to help prepare them for Kindergarten. Ages 2-5. Th, 10-11:30am. Free. Corning School Readiness Office, 1480 South St. (530)824-4111.

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Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. Offers fresh produce & may include (varies weekly) children’s activities, community garden exchange & health forum info. Cal Fresh EBT accepted. 2pm-5:30pm, year-round. Dorothy F. Johnson Center lawn, 775 E 16th St. at C St. (530)592-0889. Family Swim; Chico. Everyone’s invited to swim in a great indoor facility. Parent supervision required. All ages; under 3yrs must wear special swim diapers. 5-8pm. $2/person. Chico WaterSprites, 2280 Ivy St. Suite 110. (530)342-2999. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Kids In Motion-Kids’ Night Out; Chico. Themed night of crafts, food & fun for kids. Ages: must be potty trained. 6-9:30pm. $18/child, sibling discount; must pre-reg. In Motion Fitness, 1293 E. 1st Ave. (530)895-5437. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. La Leche League offers mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. Fridays, 10:30am12pm. Free. Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 208 West First St. (530)591-9191. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. Come sing, dance, read & play. 10-11am. Free, pre-reg encouraged. Rowell Family Empowerment of N. CA, 3075 Cohasset Rd., #2. (530)899-8801. Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Skate with friends. Special themes. All ages. 5 sessions: 7-9pm, $5.75; 7-9:30pm, $6.25; 7:30-9:30, $5.75, 8-10:30pm, $6.25, 8:30-10:30, $5.75. Skate rental additional $2-$3. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. “The Knack” Family Crafting Event; Chico. Bring your child for a fun hands-on craft experience. Ages 3 & up, must be supervised by adult. 4-6pm. Free. Michael’s arts & crafts stores, 2 Chico locations: 801 East Ave., (530)342-4191 & 2041 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. (530)343-1864. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Workshop: Trauma Informed Care: Professionals & Caregivers as Therapeutic Partners; Chico. Learn about the impacts of trauma, interventions to promote mastery over feelings, & behaviors to improve mental health & stability. Facilitated by world-renowned trainer Lorraine Fox, Ph.D., C.C.C.W. For adults. 9am-4pm. Free. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Black-light bowling with good music. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. $16/person/3hrs, includes shoes; or $5/game + $2.50/shoe rental. Orchard Lanes, 2397 Esplanade. (530)895-3257. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st.

SACRAMENTO COUNTY

Spare One 4 The Kids! Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser; Sacramento. Features 2 hours of bowling, all-you-caneat pizza, soda, prizes & raffles. Raises funds to support

Liliput’s Children’s Services Sacramento Co. Kinship Support Services program. All ages. 6-8pm. $250/team of 4 or $75/individual (without team). Country Club Lanes, 2600 Watt Ave. (530)567-4472.

SHASTA COUNTY

Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. Healthy family fun! All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Held Tuesday (ribbons awarded) & Fridays (trophies awarded to top 3 riders in each class). Practice & reg from 6-7pm, races follow (weather permitting). Reg fee: $5/Tues; $10/Fri. Margaret Polf Park on Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)209-4198. Creature Feature Program; Redding. Meet the real stars of Turtle Bay: the animals. This meet & greet features different animals each week that you meet up close. Fridays, 1:30pm, thru 2/8. Free with Park admission ($10-$14). Turtle Bay Exploration Park. 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Date Night Fridays/Art For Kids; Redding. Drop off the kids for 2 hours of experimental art fun! Different projects every week. Ages 6-12. Fridays, 6-8:30pm. $25/child, includes supplies; sibling discounts. Pre-reg required. The Silver Cottage Studio & Gallery, 8367 Placer Rd. (530)209-7769. Family Fun Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Rent a lane & bring family & friends for a night of bowling fun! 6:30-8:30pm. $50/lane (for up to 8 people), includes shoes, 1 large pizza & pitcher of soda. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. Great night of family fun & healthy exercise featuring oldschool music of the 70s & 80s. Safe & supervised. All ages. 7:30-10:30pm. $5, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child-adult participation class. Each child’s natural curiosity & developmental level takes precedence as structure is introduced. Includes music, listening games & obstacle courses. Ages 18-30mos. 10-10:45am. $15/reg + $40/mo; 1st class free. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842. Intro To Gymnastics For Boys; Redding. Boys ages 5-12yrs learn basic skills while enjoying games, fun & action! Teaches vault, floor, pommel, parallel bars, high bar & rings. 5-6pm. $50/4 weekly classes. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Specialty paints, stamps, stencils & sponges are available to help create a work of ceramic art. Studio fee: $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults; (plus cost of pottery). 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Music Adventures; Redding. Students are introduced to musical instruments & music appreciation in a fun play setting. Parent involvement required. Ages 9 mos-4yrs. Fri, 9:30-10am, 11/2-30. $26/4-class session. Enterprise Community Room, 4000 Victor Ave. (530)225-4095. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Mini-Me: Parent/toddler gymnastics class, 10-10:45am, $40/mo. Kindergym: Intro to gymnastics equipment, ages 3-5, 10:15-11am, $40/mo. TumbleFun: Fast-paced class teaches basic gymnastics skills & terminology, ages 6+, 10-11am, $50/mo. Co-ed Artistic Gym: Learn floor, bars, beam, vault, ages 5-10, 4-5pm, $45/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Read To Me Book Club; Redding. Early literacy program encourages the love of books, inspires learning & prepares children for kindergarten. Special time together includes themed story time, art activities & weekly book bag exchange. Ages 2-5. Fri, 9-10am, thru 12/7. $20/full session (Y members $10). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Rock ‘N’ Bowl; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $12, includes shoes & sodas. 9:30-11pm. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. “The Knack” Family Crafting Event; Redding. Kids ages 3 & up are invited for a hands-on craft experience. While supplies last. 4-6pm. Free, children must be supervised by an adult. Michael’s arts & crafts store, 1070 Hilltop Dr. (530)223-9514. Tiny Tots Open Gym; Redding. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, siblings welcome; must be supervised by adult. M/Tu/ Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483.

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CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

KidsPark in Chico.

ANDERSON

Debra Lynn's Childgarden

Anderson • (530) 378-5228 DSM Ages: 0-12 yrs • Times: 24/7 Childcare, PT Preschool, M-F 7:30am-10:30am OR 11am-2pm We provide a safe, nurturing, and opportunity-rich learning environment where each child grows to their fullest, in a country setting with lots and lots of love. Find us on Facebook. Lic# 455405342

CHICO

Chico Montessori Children's House

814 Glenn St. • (530) 342-5518 www.chicomontessori.com S Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F 8:30am-4pm Montessori trained teachers for the development of the whole child. Emphasis on inner motivation, using the child's natural curiosity and delight in discovery. Sessions offered a.m and p.m. Lic# 045401420

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-6pm ECO Green certified, offering gardening, nature walks, outdoor exploration, kindergarten readiness program, Zoo-phonics®, introduction to Spanish, French, sign language and fun! Lic# 045405784

Parkside Preschool & Daycare

1885 E. 8th St. • (530) 893-5139 www.parksidedaycare.com DSM Ages: Infant-12 yrs • Times: M-F, 6am-6pm Are you looking for loving and enriching childcare? Look no further! At Parkside we offer a “Junior Kindergarten” with credentialed teacher, yoga, gymnastics, gardening, park walks, Spanish, cooking, Zoo-phonics®, sign language for babies, and FUN! Come discover with us! Lic# 045405614

COTTONWOOD

Brush Street Schoolhouse

3270 Brush St. • (530) 347-9686 www.brushstreetschoolhouse.com SM Ages: 2-5 yrs • Times: 7:15am-5:45pm We provide a warm & caring environment away from home. Each child is encouraged to express creativity through art, language, music & developmentally appropriate activities. Saxon curriculum. Credentialed teachers with years of experience. Lic# 455404373

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MCARTHUR

Shasta Head Start–McArthur Preschool Center

44219 A St. • (530) 336-5388 / (530) 336-5380 www.shastaheadstart.org M Ages: 3-4 yrs • Times: M-F, 8am-12pm We offer children a strong start in life in an environment that fosters respect and a sense of trust. With parents as partners, we provide high-quality programming using a research-based curriculum in appealing, age-appropriate environments. Children develop the confidence they need for school success with the support of our skilled teachers and our holistic approach to children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. Lic# 455401847

REDDING

ABC Childcare & Preschool

834 Lake Blvd. • (530) 246-3880 SM Ages: 0-9 yrs • Times: M-F, 24hrs. ABC is more than a safe place for your child to play – it's an environment in which your child can grow. Located 1 mile west of Raley's Shopping Center on Lake Blvd. Lic# 455402468

Bethel Christian Preschool

3500 Tamarack Rd. • (530) 246-6010 www.brushstreetschoolhouse.com SM Ages: 3-4 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-5:45pm Providing our children with a uniquely spiritual philosophy allowing each child to develop his/ her full potential. Strong academic curriculum focusing on the whole child. Our caring and experienced staff is dedicated to every child’s learning experience. Lic# 451376572

Breshears School-age Childcare

(530) 222-2341 www.breshearschildcare.com SM Ages: 4-12 yrs • Times: M-F, early am-5:45pm Quality before- and after-school program that includes homework time, crafts, playtime, field trips and positive social interaction. Transportation provided to and from school, serving the Enterprise and Columbia districts. Alternative payments accepted. Lic# 455404441

Columbia's Lion Cubs Preschool

10142 Old Oregon Trail • (530) 223-4070 x315 SM Ages: 2.5-6 yrs • Times: M-F, 7:30am-6pm Our experienced, qualified and nurturing teachers provide for every aspect of your child's preschool experience. You don't need to be in the Columbia School District to attend. Offering full and half-day programs with small class sizes, hands-on learning, Kindergarten readiness, and activities in all areas of learning. Lic# 455403185

Country Christian Preschool

873 Canby Rd. • (530) 222-0675 S Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 8:30am-11:45am Our program offers students a safe environment for their first educational experience and teaches children that they are unique and valuable individuals. Lic# 455401909

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Early Foundations Children’s Academy

1755 Airpark Dr. • (530) 243-7883 DSM Ages: 6 wks-12 yrs • Times: M-F, 6:30am-6pm www.earlyfoundationsca.com Our environment allows children and staff to build a foundation that develops the whole child. Through our education programs, children have opportunities for choice, experimentation, creativity and problem solving. Our curriculum focuses on strengthening children’s emerging physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and language skills. Lic# 455406267, 455406268 & 455406269

Heather Ridge Infant Center

820 Saint Marks St. • (530) 241-7226 www.heatherridgechildcare.com DSM Ages: 0-12 yrs • Times: M-F, 6:30am-6pm Full and part-time programs available. Our quality program incorporates Zoo-phonics® into thematic monthly curriculum. Enriched Pre-K program. Outstanding qualified staff. Large outdoor play area. After-school and summer school-age program available. Lic # 451372495

Kids and Me Preschool

3695 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 222-3525 www.reddingpreschools.com DSM Ages: 2-6 yrs •Times: M-F, 7am-5:30pm Quality preschool program in a happy, caring environment. Stimulating and comprehensive curriculum that will prepare your child for kindergarten. Clean facility and large outdoor play area in a park-like setting. Great rates and flexible scheduling options year round. Lic# 451373876

Liberty Christian Preschool

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

Manzanita YMCA Collaborative Preschool

1240 Manzanita Hills Ave. • (530) 246-9622 www.sfymca.org SM Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-6pm School year Preschool/Pre-K program provides a nurturing, fun and enriching environment where children build self-regulation and social skills promoting school and life success; incorporates thematic lesson plans with an emphasis on school readiness. Lic # 455406288

Montessori Children’s House of Shady Oaks

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

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Early Childhood Center

3961 Alta Mesa Dr. • (530) 221-2451 www.mtcalvaryredding.org/school Ages: 3-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 7AM-5:30PM Children in Pre-K - 8th grade learn, grow and achieve in a warm Christian environment. Low student/teacher ratio. Let us assist you in developing your child spiritually, socially,and academically. Lic # 451373130

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

Redding Cooperative Preschool

658 Mary St. • (530) 241-4355 www.reddingcooppreschool.org S Ages: 2.9-5 yrs • Times: M-F, 9am-noon Celebrating 50+ years of parent participation and fun. The Co-op features hands-on science, art, motor skills, music and early literacy in a nurturing environment. Call to arrange a visit! Lic# 455401222

Secret Garden

118 Churn Creek Rd. • (530) 244-1891 www.secretgardenredding.com DSM Ages: 2-K • Times: M-F, 7:15am-6pm We offer excellent Pre-K phonics Hand Writing Without Tears® curriculum & Healthy programs. A full curriculum with cultural appreciation, farm animals & natural foods, in a home-like, loving atmosphere. Teachers with experience and degrees. Lic# 455405638

Turtle Bay YMCA Collaborative Preschool

1330 Arboretum Dr. • (530) 440-5268 www.sfymca.org SM Ages: 2-5yrs • Times: M-F, 7am-6pm We offer two programs on the beautiful Turtle Bay School campus: Year-round Preschool program provides a nurturing, fun and enriching environment where children build self-regulation and social skills promoting school and life success; Pre-K class provides a safe, quality academic program emphasizing school readiness. Both programs incorporate thematic lesson plans. Lic# 455406026

West Redding Preschool

3490 Placer St. • (530) 243-2225 www.westreddingpreschool.webs.com DSM Ages: 6 wks-12 yrs Times: M-F, 6:30am - 6pm A private accredited academic learning environment. Our focus is on math, science, language arts, music, circle-time and art. Lic# 455401406

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Play the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Tumblin’ Turtles Mommy & Me Class; Redding. For crawlers & early walkers & their adult caregivers. Fosters exploration & independence through the use of music, obstacle courses, climbing, sensory exercises & exploration games. Ages 9-18mos. 9-9:45am. $15 reg free + $40/mo; 1st class free. Learning in Motion Preschool, 2174 Pine St. (530)246-1842.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Grapes Of Wrath Theater Production; Weed. The Tonyaward winning play Grapes of Wrath conveys a timeless message of the persistence & strength of the human spirit in its battle against the adversities of nature & an uncaring society. Ages 13 +. 7pm. $10/general, $5/ students/seniors. Kenneth Ford Theater, 800 College Ave. (530)938-5373.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

A Chorus Line; Chico. For 17 dancers, an audition is the chance of a lifetime to do what they’ve always dreamed of. Winner of nine Tony’s & a Pulitzer, A Chorus Line is for everyone who’s ever had a dream & put it all on the line. All ages. 7:30pm. $50-$65. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Book Sale; Paradise Library. Come find a wonderful selection of gently used books at a great price. 10am3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Build Your Own Worm Bin Workshop; Durham. Make a worm bin to benefit your garden, & learn about vermicomposting. All ages. 10am. Mention North State Parent for special cost of $35 (normally $50), by pre-reg. Take home a worm bin complete with worm residents! The Worm Farm, 9033 Esquon Rd. (530)894-1276. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. Enjoy locally grown fruits, vegetables, homemade baked goods, soaps & much more. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine. 2nd & Wall St. (530)893-FARM. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. Get extra cheerleading or tumbling practice. Coach avail. to help w/spotting. Open gym lets you work on anything you desire. All ages/abilities welcome. $5/hr or $65/mo for All Gym Membership. 10-12am. Chico Cheer All Stars Gym, 13306 Cabin Hollow Ct., Suite #120. (530)894-CCAS. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. Bring the whole family for a fantastic time of family fun,

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

with family music & a great family price! 6:30-9pm. $12/ family of four (additional members +$2.50), + $2-$3 skate rental. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Farm City Celebration Harvest Festival; Chico. A fun family event featuring agriculture-related activities for kids of all ages. Interactve animal display, arts & crafts, bounce house, farm equipment, rope bridge obstacle course, local commodities & much more. 10am-2pm. Free. Farm City Celebration Harvest Festival, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, 525 Esplanade. (530)518-9914. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Chico & Oroville. Handson building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. Chico: 2580 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)342-0477; Oroville: 2150 3rd St. (530)538-0521. Japanese Storytime; Chico. Monthly program features classic tales of Japan, Kamishibai, Japanese songs & crafts. 1pm. Free. Chico Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Quasquicentennial In Concert; Chico. A concert featuring pieces by figures as diverse as Johannes Brahms & John Philip Sousa. Features Professor Rocky Winslow as guest trumpet soloist. All ages. 7:30pm. $20/adult/senior, $6 student/child. CSU, Chico’s Harlen Adams Theater, 400 West First St. (530)898-6333. Motivation: Ours & Theirs Workshop; Chico. Understand the concepts & processes involved in motivating children & families toward positive change through this workshop led by world-renowned trainer Lorraine Fox, Ph.D., C.C.C.W. For adults. 9am-4pm. Free. Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)897-6235. Oroville Famers Market; Oroville. Fresh produce & goods offered Sats, 7:30am-12pm, thru 11/17. Municipal Building parking lot on Montgomery St., between Huntoon & Myers Sts. (530)893-3276. Roo’s Zoo Kids’ Skate Session; Chico. Join Roller-Roo for this specially designed session for kids 10 & under–strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. $5.75/ child, includes quad skate rental (parents skate for half price); or $25/6-weeks. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Come enjoy a fun storytime for all ages. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Animal Encounters: Indoor Animal Show; Redding. An up-close experience with some of Turtle Bay’s Walk on the Wild Side summer animal show stars. Meet these amazing animals as they fly, crawl, or walk by. All ages. Sats, 1:30pm, thru 2/9. Free with admission ($10-$14). Turtle Bay Exploration Park. 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850.

ARTsMART; Redding. An all-inclusive family art event featuring one-of-a-kind art, & a day of entertainment. Listen to the musicians play, watch artists create & experience a hands-on the children’s art booth.10am9pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Mall, 900 Dana Dr. (530)241-7320. Charlie Rabbit Kids Gardening Program; Redding. Join Charlie, Turtle Bay’s adorable jackrabbit puppet, for interactive gardening activities. For children & their siblings, parents & grandparents. Wear gardening clothes! 10:30am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. West Garden Entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (in rain meet in Greenhouse), 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Kids have a blast with trampolines, foam pits, tumble tracks & much more. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am, $4/child; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm, $7/child. 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn how to research records to find your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat 1-4pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Redding. Hands-on building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. 1200 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-1313. Kids On Wheels; Redding. Special skating session for skaters 10yrs & younger, with parent. Kids’ music & games. Parents skate ($1) or walk to assist (no charge). Toddler skates are available. 1011:30pm. $3/child, $1/adult; includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Kidz Night Out At Galaxy Gymnastics; Redding. Kids can soar on trampolines, jump in a foam pit & tumble on a padded spring floor, while parents enjoy an evening out. 7-10:30pm. Ages 4-12. $15/child. Pre-reg appreciated. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Run, tumble, bounce & practice in a 10,000 sq. ft. fullymatted gym designed for safe & progressive gymnastics. Two age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm, $5/child. Ages 8 & up: 12-2pm, $10/person (Members $6). 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/22. 777 Cypress Ave, next to Redding City Hall. (530)226-7100. Rock ‘N’ Bowl; Redding. Enjoy a night of bowling, laser light show, music & fun. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight, $15, price includes shoe rental. Shasta Lanes, 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. Bowling with music & light show. $12, includes shoes & sodas. 9-11pm. 1701 Bruce Dr. (530)365-3323. RSA Fall Auction “A Mayan Adventure”; Redding. Exciting Redding School of the Arts Mayan-influenced fundraiser. Live music, fine dining, fabulous works of art, & live & silent auctions. Benefits the community & K-8th

grade students. Starts 5pm. Tix $40/single; sponsored tables $250/$500/$1000/for 4-10 supporters. Holiday Inn, 1900 Hilltop Dr. (530)227-6206. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. Tweens & young teens are invited to roller skate & dance. Fun music, video arcade, well-supervised. Parents can drop in (no charge). Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. $4/ skate, $4/dance; $6/both, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Meet your friends for fun & exercise. All ages. Sat/Sun, 12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Wire Basket Workshop; Redding. Learn the technique for creating beautiful one-of-a-kind plantings in a wire basket to grace your entryway or patio using a unique “lasagna” method. Fun & informative. Ages adult. 11am. Free, must pre-reg. Wyntour Gardens, 8026 Airport Rd. (530)365-2256.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Christmas Yard & Bake Sale; Mt. Shasta. Buy Christmas items at great prices! Two weekends: 11/3-4 & 10-11. 1-4 pm. Free entry. Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Mt Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center Harvest Dinner; Mt. Shasta. No-host bar, Indian dinner by Mountain Star Café, silent auction, live dessert auction, film showing of A River Runs Through Us. All ages. 5:30-9pm. $25, tix avail. at Village Books & The Ecology Center in Mt. Shasta. Held at Mt. Shasta City Park Upper Lodge, 1315 Nixon Dr. (530)926-5655. Youth Ice Hockey Sign-ups; Mt. Shasta. Sign up today for beginner & intermediate-advanced youth hockey for ages 4-18yrs; some equip. avail for use. Weekday practices begin 11/20; weekend games Dec-Jan. $50-$65/individual (includes public skate punch card) or $175/family pass (includes 2 public skate punch cards). 12-5pm. Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)925-4368. Grapes Of Wrath Theater Production; Weed. A timeless message of the strength of the human spirit. Ages 13+. 7pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Fun/Run Walk & Native Plant Sale; Red Bluff. The run/ walk is fun for the whole family (call for reg details). Includes a drought-tolerant native plant sale ($5/gal.). Raises funds for the Sacramento River Discovery Center. 9am-1pm. Discovery Center parking lot, 1000 Sale Lane. (530)527-1196. Home Depot Kids Workshops; Red Bluff. Hands-on building workshop for ages 5-12. 9am-12pm. Free. 2650 Main St. (530)528-8579. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st.

dance classes for all ages Classes For Kids in Mount Shasta Yes!!! Boys & girls do like to sew! Make aprons, capes, mini quilts, stuffed animals & more! Fridays on the Siskyou Arts Bus.

Call (530) 859-2309 for fees and times.

Our Baby Ballet class is a magical place where children learn to dance through imagination and creativity.

Baby Ballet • Ballet • Contemporary Tap-n-Tumble • Hip-Hop • Jazzy Tap Ballroom • Ballet Fitness for Adults Wedding Dance Lessons Birthday Fairy Tea Parties

Kinetics Academy of Dance • 627 Broadway (Next to Tin Roof Bakery) 530.345.2505 - www.kineticsacademyofdance.com www.northstateparent.com • November 2012

Look for the special skating icons throughout this month's calendar!

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Unlimited bowling from 9-11pm. $8, includes shoes. 11093 Black Marble Way. (530)244-5773. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. Sat/Sun, 12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

The North State features an array of skating events, both roller skating and ice skating. Photo: Betsy Erickson of Essence Photography, taken at Redding's Viking Skate Country.

SUNDAY

Daylight Savings Time ends.

BUTTE COUNTY

38th Annual Almond Bowl; Chico. Join runners & walkers from all over Northern CA for Chico’s Hometown Footrace. All ages. Starts 8am. By 11/3, $50-$95; visit the Chico Running Club website for details. Raises funds for local high school cross country teams. Bidwell Park’s One-Mile Recreation Area. (530)370-2647. Permaculture Workshop: Food Forest; Chico. Plan & create your own food forest at home. Ages 12 & up, (under age 12 w/adult supervision). 9am-6pm. $30$50 sliding scale. GRUB Cooperative, 1525 Dayton Rd. (530)588-0585.

SHASTA COUNTY

Bill Engvall Stand-up Comedy Show; Redding. Humor in everyday situations has made Engvall a top comedian. Star of the Bill Engvall Show, he has 9 comedy album releases, was part of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour & movies, & has been named Funniest Male Stand-up Comic at the American Comedy Awards. Two shows: 6:30pm & 9pm. $44-$64. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. Watch native fish in the aquarium zigzag, wiggle & play with their food at feeding time. All ages. W-Sun,10:30am. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Museum Aquarium, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding.

Christmas Yard & Bake Sale; Mt. Shasta. Buy Christmas items at great prices! 1-4 pm. Free entry. Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. First Sunday Breakfast; Mt. Shasta. Bring the family to enjoy this great all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet featuring over 20 delicious freshly made breakfast favorites. 8-11am. $8/adults, $4/kids. Mt. Shasta Community Center, 629 Alder St. Grapes Of Wrath Final Production; Weed. The tonyaward winning play Grapes of Wrath conveys a timeless message of the persistence & strength of the human spirit in its battle against the adversities of nature & an uncaring society. Ages 13 +. 2pm. $10/general, $5/ students/seniors. Kenneth Ford Theater, 800 College Ave. (530)938-5373. “Run & Laugh”; Mt. Shasta. Big fun for tiny bodies. Preschool-aged children explore their physical abilities through running, jumping, laughing & more in the best rumpus room in Siskiyou County! Sun, 9-10am. Free. Mt. Shasta Martial Arts Program, 612-A S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)859-2024. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st.

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Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Play class offers fun ongoing hands-on science activities for children ages 3-5 & their parents. Includes art, puzzles & games! Join anytime thru 12/17. Two Mon sessions: 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm. Siblings welcome. $4/hr w/class card. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Shirin Ebadi Lecture; Chico. Dr. Ebadi is the first Iranian

& Muslim woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize, is Iran’s first female judge, & founded Iran’s Defender of Human Rights Center. Her new book, The Golden Cage, profiles ongoing oppression in Iran & her commitment to human rights. All ages. 7:30pm. $15-$32. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. $75/ month (unlimited classes). Approved as a CORE Butte Charter & South Sutter School vendor. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste B. (530)897-0326. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st.

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Baby Bookworms At Redding Library. Children ages 6mo-2½yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy story, fingerplays & playtime. Learn how these early literacy activities build Developmental Assets. Play the Wee Read game! 10:3011:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Cheer Class; Redding. Girls ages 7 & up learn cheerleading dance, stunting & tumbling. Mons, 5-6pm. $50/mo. Competitive cheer All Star team starts this summer. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Cooking At The Y; Redding. In this hands-on class, children chop, measure, taste their creations & clean up - all part of the cooking experience. Ages 5-12. Mon OR Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. $20/month (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Intro To Gymnastics for Girls; Redding. Girls learn vault, floor exercise, beam & uneven parallel bars. Ages 5-12, 6-7pm. $50/mo. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Kindermusik With Lyra; Redding. Children ages birth-7yrs & their parents dance, sing, laugh, cuddle, learn & bond. Great early brain development through age-appropriate musical fun! Mon or Tues, 10-11am. $17.50/class/pre-reg, $20/drop-in. 11455 Ridgewood Rd. (530)355-4747.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Enjoy a studio atmosphere where families share time together creating memories through painting on ceramics. $3/ ages 12yrs & under, $5/teens & adults. 11-6pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. Practice your own skills, or have fun watching your child run, jump & tumble. Safe, supervised & fun gym with lots of room to play. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm, $5/child; Ages 12+: 6-7pm, $5/child. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Mini-me: parent/child gymnastics intro class, 1-3yrs, 4-4:45, $40/mo. Kindergym: Intro to all gymnastics equipment & fun social interaction, ages 3-5, 5-5:45pm, $40/mo. Tumble-Fun: Fast-paced beginning class teaches basic gymnastics skills & terminology, ages 5+, 4-5pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Shastafjell Barnesklubb; Igo. In this monthly youth group participants learn about Scandinavian culture through activities such as making Norwegian lefse & woven heart baskets. Includes an optional cookie exchange (bring 2-dozen cookies to participate). All ages. 2pm. Donations requested. Ono-Igo Community Church, 6287 Placer Rd. (541)251-1426. SPARK Ventures; Redding. Bring your child for some hopping, jumping, parachute, ribbon, music & other active play. Promotes development of healthy lifestyle, motor skill, movement knowledge, & social & personal skills. Ages 3-5. Mon OR Wed, 9-10am. $20/month (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. T’ai Chi For Youth; Redding. Kids ages 6-13 learn the slow, deliberate, fluid movement using a real T’ai Chi ball. Get energized & relaxed at the same time; learn about the principle of yin/yang, the opposites. Mon, 5:306:30pm, thru 12/20. $35/mo, pre-reg. Bohemian Art Loft, 3304B Bechelli Lane. (530)229-7818.

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Open Play & Parent Social; Mt. Shasta. Little ones with their caregivers can explore & play in a creative

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environment, using available materials that support literacy, music, creativity, movement & fun! Mons, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Health, Illness & Immunizations. Parents w/ babies 0-3mos learn current info to promote infant wellness & safety. Make friends in a supportive environment. 10:30am-12pm. Free if you delivered at Enloe; or $15/class. Enloe’s Mother & Baby Education Center, 251 Cohasset Rd, Suite 120. (530)332-3970. Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Come learn & build your American Sign Language Skills. 11:301:30pm. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Games & Puzzles Play Class; Chico. Hands-on play class for ages 3-5 & their parents. Participants enjoy a variety of games & puzzles; all activities include art! Two times: Tuesdays from 10:30am-12pm & 1:303pm. Siblings welcome. Babies under 10mos free; ages 10mos-5yrs, $4/hr w/class card. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Play: Arabian Nights; Chico. Scheherezade saves her own life by telling tales of love, hilarity & sorrow; the play presents the full range of human experience. All ages (some adult themes). Tonight 7:30pm. $13-$15/adult/ senior, $6/student/child. CSU, Chico’s Wismer Theatre, 400 West First St. (530)898-6333. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3:305pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for little ones ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726.

Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. $75/ month (unlimited classes). Approved as a CORE Butte Charter & South Sutter School vendor. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste B. (530)897-0326. Special Needs Family Pot Luck & Support Group - In Spanish/En Español; Chico. For Spanish-speaking families. Build a support network & share challenges of raising a child with special needs. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. Bi-monthly. Potluck 5:30pm, support group 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x107. Cheernastics Class; Chico. A great way to get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

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Adoptive Parents Support Group; Redding. Meet with other adoptive parents for conversation & problem solving. All ages, childcare available. 5:30-7:30pm. Free. Location/Info: Lilliput Children’s Services. (530)722-9092. Freerun/Parkour & Tumble Fun Classes; Redding. Freerun/Parkour: Practice your urban free-run skills in a fully matted gym. Learn to flip, twist & run-out over obstacles, ages 8+, 7-8pm. $50/mo. Tumble-Fun: Fun & fast-paced beginning gymnastics class, learn basic skills & terminology, ages 6+, 4-5pm, $50/ mo. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Programs; Redding. Junior Tumbling: Basic tumbling on a foam-padded spring floor - learn cartwheels to round-offs, ages 6 -12, 6:45-7:45pm. Little Stars: Games, obstacle courses & more promote muscle development, memory, attention span & comprehension, ages 3½4yrs, 5-5:45pm. Classes $43/mo. Galaxy Gymnastics, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Members of the Shasta Genealogy Society assist with family history questions & research. Tue, 10am-12pm. Free. Drop-in okay. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7252.

Gettin’ Crafty; Redding. Hands-on class where children ages 5-12 explore new interests & passions, & express their creativity as they glue, cut, paint, mold & learn to clean up too. Tue, 3:30-4:30pm. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Kids can rock out on a virtual stage playing guitar in this music video game. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Kindermusik With Lyra; Redding. Children ages birth-7yrs & their parents dance, sing, laugh, cuddle, learn & bond. Great early brain development through age-appropriate musical fun! Mon or Tues, 10-11am. $17.50/class/pre-reg, $20/drop-in. 11455 Ridgewood Rd. (530) 355-4747. Lil’ Chefs; Redding. Fun & educational cooking experience for children ages 3-5, who learn about cooperation, directions, shapes, sensory exploration, fine motor skills & more. Tue, 9-10am. $20/mo ($10 Y members), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Preschool Page Turners At Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Play the Wee Read game! 10:30am. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. Fun family night: all-you-can-eat pizza, salad & twists, board games, coloring, face painting & balloons. 6-8pm. $7.49/adults, $4.99/ages 6-10, Kids under 5 free. Round Table Pizza, 900 Dana Dr. (530)223-1975. Tiny Tots Open Gym; Redding. Children run, jump & tumble in a safe, supervised & fun environment. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, siblings welcome; must be supervised by adult. M/Tu/ Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. $5/child (adult free). Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center, 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st.

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Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. Intro class focuses on the initial steps, technique & styling of the full range of ballroom dances. Fun & easy class for all ages. 6:45-7:45pm. $7/drop-in; $5/with class card (Wellness Center members $20/8 classes). Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Kids Aikido Class; Mt. Shasta. Kids learn to focus & center their energies while having fun tumbling on a soft mat. Learn to resolve conflict & coordinate movement with others. Playful setting. Ages 6-12. Tuesdays, 5:156pm. $30/mo; $10/drop-in; 1st class free. Lower Lodge, Mt. Shasta City Park, 1315 Nixon Rd. (530)918-9165. Siskiyou Arts Bus Open Studio; Mt. Shasta. Join the fun inside the bus in a creative art studio setting. Hands-on experience with paints, print making, clay, collage & more! Ages 9 & up (younger w/parent participation). Tu/Th, 2:45-5pm, thru 5/30. Free. Siskiyou Arts Bus, east side of Mount Shasta Library, 515 Alma St. (530)859-2309. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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Playgroup; Los Molinos. A great place for children to play, learn & enjoy hands-on activities, all with their parents’ assistance, to help prepare them for Kindergarten. Ages 2-5. Tuesdays, 10-11:30am. Free. First Steps Family Resource Center, 7700 Stanford Ave. (530)384-7833.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

B.B. King In Concert; Chico. Winner of 15 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, & in the Grammy Hall of Fame, B.B. is the most celebrated Bluesman of our time. At age 87, the “King of the Blues” is still playing with relentless passion. All ages. 7:30pm. $61-$76. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Babies Love Books; Chico. Come share stories, songs & bounces with your little one, 0-18mos. A great bonding activity that promotes literacy & infant development. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Beginning Fencing Classes; Chico. Develop strength, flexibility & coordination. Learn entry-level competition skills: footwork, defenses & attacks. Ages 7-10. W/F, 3:30-4:15pm, 11/7-30. $45. Equip. loan avail. 1st mo. PV Recreation Center, Social Hall, 2320 N. Ave. (530)895-4711. Books-Books-Books!; Chico. Hands-on play class for children age 3-5 & their parents. Includes lots of smallmotor activities like coloring, painting, cutting & pasting! Make & take books home. 2 times: Weds, 10:30am12pm & 1:30-3pm, thru 12/19. Siblings welcome. Ages 10mo-5yrs, $4/hr w/class card (babies under 10mos free). Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Chico OVP (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic seasonal produce, herbs & flowers. 11am-2pm. Located at CSU, Chico’s Student Services Center Plaza, by the library. (530) 898-4137. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Paradise Library Teen Council; Paradise. Middle & high school age youth in the Paradise area are invited to join the Paradise Library Teen Council group to help plan teen activities & offer book suggestions for the library. 1st Weds, 4-5pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Come join the fun. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Play: Arabian Nights; Chico. Presents the full range of human experience. All ages (some adult themes). Tonight 7:30pm. See the 6th.

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Cooking At The Y; Redding. In this hands-on class, children chop, measure, taste their creations & clean up - all part of the cooking experience. Ages 5-12. Mon OR Wed, 3:30-4:30pm. $20/month (Y members $10), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Dog Training Orientation; Anderson. Free orientation for humans only. Meet dog trainers, see training in action. Modern approach helps create a fun relationship with your canine family member. 5:30-7pm. Haven Humane Society, 7449 Eastside Rd. (530)241-1653. Drop-in Basketball Open Gym; Anderson. Free, supervised drop-in basketball program is open to youth grades 6-12. 6:30-8:30pm. Anderson Middle School, 1646 Ferry St. Sponsored by Anderson Parks and Recreation. (530)378-6656. Families Honoring Our Troops; Redding. Action & support group works on projects to honor our troops. All welcome. 6pm. IHOP Restaurant, Hilltop Dr. (530)241-6095. Healthy Kids, Healthy Planet: Special Preschool Day, Redding. Preschool children enjoy activities that promote healthy food choices & interesting ways to stay active. Take part in SPARK physical activities, a Potter the Otter activity, Bean dissection, & other fun experiences. 9am12:30pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn

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jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features wonderful children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Music & Me; Redding. This class introduces a “Parent & me” style class designed to promote basic music skills in preschool children through music & movement. Ages 1-5. Wed, 9-10am. $20/mo (Y Members $10/mo), pre-reg. Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Ninjas In Action Classes; Redding. Kids learn the basics of martial arts, self-defense & safety skills. Boosts smiles & laughs along with self-awareness, self-confidence & self-discipline. Ages 6-11. 2 sessions: W, 6:30-7:30pm OR Th, 4:30-5:30pm, thru Dec. Reg any time. $30/mo ($10/mo Y members). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Programs; Redding. Kindergym: Intro to gymnastics equipment, fun social interaction, ages 3-5, 6-6:45pm, $40/mo. Girls Artistic Gymnastics: learn floor, bars, beam & vault, ages 5-8yrs, 3 hourly classes, 4-7pm, $45/mo. Tumble-Fun: learn basic gymnastics skills & terminology in this fast-paced class, ages 6+, 4-5pm or 6-7pm, $50/mo. 4425 Tenaya Ct. (530)223-5483.

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Barnyard Boogie Manzanita Preschool; Redding. Your rowdy little party-animal will love this farm-animal inspired celebration. Experience the preschool while enjoying music, stories & farm fun. Ages 3-5 (potty trained). 8-11:30am. Free, by pre-reg. Manzanita YMCA Collaborative Preschool, 1240 Manzanita Hills. (530)246-9622.

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Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Storytime With Paul & Sarah; Redding. Monthly storytime with musical guest Paul, & storyteller Sarah Beck. Fun for all ages. 10am. Barnes & Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. T’ai Chi Sword Class For Youth; Redding. T’ai Chi Sword is a form of martial arts utilizing safe, wooden swords for practice. It’s an exercise in concentration, focus, self-awareness & self-defense. Ages 9 & up. Wed, 5:30-6:30pm, thru Dec. $35/mo, by pre-reg. Bohemian Art Loft, 3304B Bechelli Lane. (530)229-7818. Yoga Kids; Redding. Kids learn about breath, postures, flexibility & balance. Enhances concentration & focus, boosts confidence-relax, play & have fun too. Ages 5-12. Wed, 4-5pm, thru Dec. $35/mo, pre-reg. Bohemian Art Loft, 3304B Bechelli Lane. (530)229-7818. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd.

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Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. Fun, supportive environment. Learn the smooth & the Latin dances, how to lead or follow, & develop technique. Solo dancers welcome. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. $7/class; $20/4 classes; Wellness Center members $20/8 classes. School Hill Wellness Center, 778 S. Davis St. (415)215-2652. Ballroom Dance for Parkinson’s & Dementia; Mt. Shasta. Ballroom dance has been found to relieve & in some cases reverse the impact of Parkinson’s (and Alzheimer’s) on the body. Develop dance skills & enjoy having fun too. Open to people w/other challenges that can benefit. 12-1pm. $5. Mt. Shasta Wellness Center, 633 Lassen Ln. (530)926-6010. Children’s Book Club; Mt. Shasta. Children discuss books, create art, write & more in related activities. Ages 12 & up. Weds, 3:15-4:15pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to live music. Last Wed each month includes puppet show! An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Storytime at Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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After School Storytime; Chico. Stories & craft for ages 6-9yrs. Lyon Books is today’s special guest. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Beginning-Intermediate Guitar Class Series; Paradise. Learn your favorite songs & how to write your own. Fun, easy course teaches guitar history, music theory, time signatures, chords, scales, & composition. Bring guitar. Ages 10-adult. Th, 6:30-7:30pm, 11/8-12/6. $40/4 classes, pre-reg. Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway. (530)872-6393. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For all ages of those who love to knit & crochet. 12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Toddlers & preschoolers enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Self-Care & Resources For Caregivers; Oroville. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better selfcare, & resources. 11am-1pm. The Greater Oroville Family Resource Center, 1720 Daryl Porter Way. (530)809-0444. Cheernastics Class; Chico. A great way to get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing messy, gooey hands-on play class for children ages 3-5 & their parents. Siblings welcome! Two Th sessions: 10:30am12pm & 1:30-3pm. See the 1st. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am12pm. See the 1st. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Play: Arabian Nights; Chico. Presents the full range of human experience. All ages (some adult themes). Tonight 7:30pm. See the 6th. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

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Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime: Pies; Anderson. Today’s featured story, I Know an Old Lady who Swallowed a Pie, includes a puppet performance, & pie tasting provided by Marie Callendars. 3:30pm. All ages. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Scooterville Social; Redding. Scooter families & fanatics! Bring your ride & hang out with other motor scooter enthusiasts at this monthly gathering hosted by the Scooterville Scooter Club of Redding. All ages. 6:30pm. Location varies, call for info. (530)604-6020. Thankful Thursday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Bring in a non-perishable food item & the studio fee is free during your painting session. 11-6pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/ grandparents. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 1st. Little Explorers; Redding. For ages 2-5 & their parents or caregiver. 10am. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-5: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 1st. Tumbling Class; Anderson. Ages 4-8. 5-6pm. See the 1st. Wii Games; Redding Library. Ages 10-17. 12-5pm. Free. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Music & More; Mt. Shasta. An interactive experience for ages 5 & under & their caregivers. Includes stories, exploratory art & music. Facilitated by early childhood educator Bayla Greenspoon. Free. Th, 10-11:30am, thru 11/15. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Siskiyou Arts Bus Open Studio; Mt. Shasta. Join the fun inside the bus in a creative art studio setting. Handson experience with paints, print making, clay, collage & more! Ages 9 & up (younger w/parent participation). Tu/ Th, 12:30-2:45pm, thru 5/30. Free. Siskiyou Arts Bus, east side of Mount Shasta Library, 515 Alma St. (530)859-2309. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Red Bluff. Monthly meeting for breastfeeding mothers & their nursing children. Includes discussion, information & support. 11am. Free. Sunrise Bible Fellowship, 965 Jackson St. (530)526-6818. Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st. Playgroup; Corning. Children & parents play, learn & enjoy hand-on activities. Ages 2-5. 10-11:30am. See the 1st.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320.

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

Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion: Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. 10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Play: Arabian Nights; Chico. Presents the full range of human experience. All ages (some adult themes). Tonight 7:30pm. See the 6th. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. 10-11am. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Alive After Five Art Night; Redding. Relax & unwind with refreshments & desserts while painting with family & friends. $3 studio fee per painter, from 5-9pm. Call to reserve a table. All Fired Up, 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Date Night Fridays/Art For Kids; Redding. Drop off the kids for 2 hours of experimental art fun! Different projects every week. Ages 6-12. Fridays, 6pm-8:30pm. $25/child, includes supplies; sibling discounts. Pre-reg required. The Silver Cottage Studio & Gallery, 8367 Placer Rd. (530) 209-7769. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Musical: Annie, Get Your Gun; Redding. A rip-roaring step back into time with sharp-shooting Annie Oakley & master marksman Frank Butler. Score by Irving Berlin includes catchy tunes like “There’s No Business Like Show Business.” Presented by the talented Redding Christian Student Theatre Group. All ages. 7pm. $10$12. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)547-5600. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30am. Play the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253.

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Creature Feature Program; Redding. Meet the real stars of Turtle Bay: the animals. 1:30pm. All ages. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Rent a lane & bring family & friends for a night of bowling fun! 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9:3011pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Girls On The Run 5K Run/Walk; Chico. Fun & healthy fundraiser benefitting Girls on the Run Butte County, a program inspiring selfrespect & healthy lifestyles in pre-teen girls. Pre-reg at Fleet Feet, 241 Main St. 8:30am. $30/adults, $15/ ages 12 & under. One-Mile Rec. area of Bidwell Park. (530)518-5335. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Chico. Kids get the opportunity to say, “I built it!” Participants create a project using wood, & receive a free apron, goggles, project-themed patch & certificate of merit upon project completion. Ages 5+. Free. 10am. 2350 Forest Ave. (530)895-5130. North State Symphony: Experience Mystery; Chico. Experience the jewels of Vienna in this concert of orchestral spectaculars. Features J. Strauss’ overture to Fledermaus, R. Strauss’ Rosenkavalier Suite, Alban Berg’s Violin Concerto, with North State Symphony Concertmaster Terrie Baune. All ages (quiet listening). 7:30pm (special pre-concert conductor talk 6:30pm). $6(child)-$34. Laxson Auditorium, 300 W 1st St. (530)898-5984. Oroville Famers Market; Oroville. Fresh produce & goods offered Sats, 7:30am-12pm, thru 11/17. Municipal Building parking lot on Montgomery St., between Huntoon & Myers Sts. (530)893-3276. Spanish Storytime; Chico. Join this monthly storytime for stories, songs & a craft for all ages. 2pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530) 891-2726. Storytime; Chico. Join the fun! 2pm. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Weekend Childbirth Preparation; Chico. Prepares expectant parents for birth, newborn care & breastfeeding. Promotes individual choices, including natural breathing, relaxation techniques & pain management options. 11/10-11: Sat, 9am-4pm & Sun, 9am-1pm. $125/couple, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Ed.Center, 251 Cohasset Rd., Suite #120. (530)332-3970. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 3rd. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 3rd. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:309pm. See the 3rd. Play: Arabian Nights; Chico. Presents the full range of human experience. All ages (some adult themes). Tonday 2pm & 7:30pm. See the 6th. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under–strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Family 2nd Saturday: Healthy Kids, Healthy Planet; Redding. How well can you hula hoop? How much sugar do you consume in a day? How do healthy choices affect the planet? Join us for a day of fun & play! 10:30am3:30 pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. www.northstateparent.com • November 2012

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER

SUNDAY VETERANS DAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Play: Arabian Nights; Chico. Final performance. Scheherezade saves her life by telling tales of love, hilarity & sorrow; the play presents the full range of human experience. All ages (some adult themes). 2pm. $13-$15/adult/senior, $6/student/ child. CSU, Chico’s Wismer Theatre, 400 West First St. (530)898-6333.

SHASTA COUNTY

In Orland, Farm Sanctuary's Celebration FOR the Turkeys is a unique event where turkeys enjoy a Thanksgiving feast of their own. It's a fun annual fundraiser where participants meet an array of rescued farm animals, listen to informative guest presentations and gobble up a delicious gourmet vegan dinner. See the 17th (Glenn County). Photo by: Connie Pugh.

Haute Dog Celebrity Fashion Show & Brunch; Redding. Enjoy a delicious champagne brunch while local celebrities model beautiful fashions from local boutiques, with their favorite pets on the catwalk. 11am-2pm. $35; order tix by phone or at Haven Humane Society. Holiday Inn, 1900 Hilltop Dr. (530)241-5262. Holiday Boutique; Redding. Features handmade crafts, holiday items, jams, jellies & baked goods. Brunch served 10am-12pm ($8/person, call to reserve tix). Boutique open 9am-3pm. Free admission. First Christian Church, 3590 Placer St. (530)242-1589. Jewelry Sale Fundraiser; Palo Cedro. Semi-annual jewelry sale supports Another Chance Animal Welfare League animal programs. Start your holiday shopping early. 10am-2pm. Another Chance Animal Welfare League Thrift Store, 9384 D Deschutes Rd. (530)547-7387. Musical: Annie, Get Your Gun; Redding. A rip-roaring step back into time with sharp-shooting Annie Oakley & master marksman Frank Butler. Score by Irving Berlin includes catchy tunes like “There’s No Business Like Show Business.” Presented by the talented Redding Christian Student Theatre Group. All ages. 2pm. $10$12. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)547-5600. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am-12pm, thru 12/22. 777 Cypress Ave, next to Redding City Hall. (530)226-7100. Safe Haven Horse Rescue’s Volunteer Work Day & Lunch; Cottonwood. Meet rescued horses & learn about the ranch. Help brush, groom, give out treats, clean water barrels & pens, organize & clean tack & tack room, & help with projects. Lunch served to volunteers. 9am3pm. 3950 W. Anderson Rd. (530)347-4941. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. Sat/Sun, 12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Winterize Your Pond Workshop; Redding. Get great tips & information on preparing your water plants & ponds for the winter season. Ages adult. 11am. Free, by prereg. Wyntour Gardens, 8026 Airport Rd. (530)365-2256. Animal Encounters: Indoor Animal Show; Redding. An up-close experience with some of Turtle Bay’s animal show stars. 1:30pm. All ages. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Kids On Wheels Skate Session; Redding. 1011:30pm. See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Two sessions. Ages 0-5 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9:3011pm. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. Evening of fun learning to dance (Waltz, Salsa, Swing, Tango, Quickstep, Foxtrot, Cha-cha & others), with open dance time (practice party) after. All ages & levels welcome. 2nd & 4th Sats, 7-10pm. $7/lesson-only or $10/full evening. Mt. Shasta Recreation & Parks, Dudes & Daises Bldg., 1350 Nixon Rd. (415)215-2652. Christmas Yard & Bake Sale; Mt. Shasta. Buy Christmas items at great prices! 1-4 pm. Free entry. Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508.

Group Scooter Ride; Redding. The Scooterville Scooter Club of Redding, whose motto is “Living life in the slow lane,” invites scooting families & like-minded individuals to join their fun monthly group ride. All street legal scooters welcome! 1:30pm. Free. Lowe’s Home Center parking lot, 1200 E. Cypress Ave. (530)604-6020. North State Symphony: Experience Mystery; Redding. Experience the jewels of Vienna in this concert of orchestral spectaculars. Features J. Strauss’ overture to Fledermaus, R. Strauss’ Rosenkavalier Suite, Alban Berg’s Violin Concerto, with North State Symphony Concertmaster Terrie Baune. All ages (quiet listening). 2pm (special pre-concert Conductor talk 1pm). $6(child)-$50. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)898-5984. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. Sat/Sun, 12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Unlimited bowling 9-11pm. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Youth Ice Hockey Sign-ups; Mt. Shasta. Sign up today for beginner & intermediate-advanced youth hockey for ages 4-18yrs; some equip. avail for use. Weekday practices begin 11/20; weekend games Dec-Jan. $50-$65/individual hockey program pass or $159/family hockey program pass (includes access to public skates). 12-5pm. Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)925-4368.

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Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. “Run & Laugh”; Mt. Shasta. Big fun for preschoolers. Free! 9-10am. See the 4th.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science activities for children ages 3-5 & their parents. Two Mon times: 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm. Siblings welcome. See the 5th.

SHASTA COUNTY

Baby Bookworms At Redding Library. Children ages 6mo2½yrs & parent/caregiver enjoy story, fingerplays & playtime. Learn how these early literacy activities build Developmental Assets. Play the Wee Read game! 10:30-11:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Free Cooking Class: Home Cooking; Palo Cedro. For adults. Two times: 9:30am & 6pm. Free childcare available at the 9:30am class. Free; class size is limited; pre-registration required (reg at the Cow Creek Church website or call). Cow Creek Community Church, 10168 Deschutes Rd. (530)547-5483. Veterans Day Skate; Redding. Roller skating fun for the whole family! 12-4pm. $2-$4. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. YMCA Veterans’ Day Care; Redding. A fun-filled day of crafts, games, songs & stories. Enjoy hanging with your friends & make some new ones. Grades K-8. 7am-6pm. $30/ full day or $25/half day. 505 Springer Dr. (530)246-9622. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11-6pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Christmas Yard & Bake Sale Final Day; Mt. Shasta. Buy Christmas items at great prices! 1-4 pm. Free entry. Sisson Museum, 1 North Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508. Open Play & Parent Social; Mt. Shasta. Little ones with their caregivers can explore & play in a creative environment, using available materials that support literacy, music, creativity, movement & fun! Mons, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Ballet Folklórico De Mexico; Chico. Celebrating a rich Latino heritage, Ballet Folklorico’s performances capture the spirit, energy & vibrancy of their deeply rooted culture. Mexico’s finest dance ensemble enthrals with gorgeous costumes, exciting dance & authentic live mariachi music. All ages. 7:30pm. $19-$35. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Build a supportive network & share the challenges of raising a child with special needs. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. Bi-monthly. Potluck 5:30pm; Group meets 6-8pm. ARC, 2020 Park Ave. (530)891-5865 x119. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3:30-5pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. The Mom Spot; Paradise. Support group for moms of children ages 5 & under, & pregnant moms. Enjoy a hot breakfast, socialize, listen to a speaker & make quality crafts. On-site childcare for children to age 5. 9-11:30am. $10/annual reg; $2/event donation suggested. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069. Wii At The Paradise Library. Come have after-school Wii fun, with a variety of games. All ages. 3-5pm. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Calming Your Crying Baby. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Cheernastics Class; Chico. A great way to get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Games & Puzzles Play Class; Chico. Hands-on play class for ages 3-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm. Siblings welcome. See the 6th. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Haven Humane Society’s 2nd Tuesday Dinner Club; Anderson & Redding. Enjoy restaurant dining & support Haven Humane Society. Tonight Mary’s Pizza Shack restaurant at Shasta Outlets in Anderson or in downtown Redding will donate a portion of the night’s proceeds when presented with a “Dine & Donate” flyer, available at Haven Humane Society or their website. 5-9pm. (530)241-1653. Preschool Page Turners; Redding. Children ages 3-6 years enjoy a special storytime, craft & music. 10:3011:30am. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Teens may join the Redding Library Teen Advisory Board. Members help choose books & give their input about activities & library policies that affect teens. Grades 9-12. 6pm. Free, by application. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Research your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. See the 6th. Preschool Page Turners At Redding Library. 10:30am. See the 6th. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 6th. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Arts Bus Open Studio; Mt. Shasta. Join the fun inside the bus in a creative art studio setting. Hands-on experience with paints, print making, clay, collage & more! Ages 9 & up (younger w/parent participation). Tu/Th, 12:302:45pm, thru 5/30. Free. Siskiyou Arts Bus, east side of Mount Shasta Library, 515 Alma St. (530)859-2309. Stress Management Workshop For Parents: Creating a Harmonious Home; Mt. Shasta. For parents. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Sharon Shepard shares the parental stress scale, aspects & impacts of parental stress, child & family systems, & coping strategies. Childcare & family dinner provided. Free. 5:30-7:30pm. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Workshop: Reducing & Managing Stress In Your Daily Life; McCloud. Learn techniques for reducing stress. Facilitated by Cindy Foreman. Includes dinner & childcare. 5:30-7:30pm. Free, pre-reg. McCloud Community Resource Center, 304 W. Minnesota. (530)964-3250. Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 6th. Kids Aikido Class; Mt. Shasta. Playful setting. Ages 6-12. Tuesdays, 5:15-6pm. See the 6th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Playgroup; Los Molinos. Children & parents play, learn & enjoy hand-on activities. Ages 2-5. 10-11:30am. See the 6th.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Adoptive Parents Support Group; Paradise. Are you an adoptive parent? Parents of all forms of adoption are invited to meet other

adoptive parents to share support & encouragement. 9:30-11:30am. Free. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6241 Skyway. (530)879-3861. Chico OVP (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic seasonal produce, herbs & flowers. 11am-2pm. Located at CSU, Chico’s Student Services Center Plaza, by the library. (530) 898-4137. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Cream & Sugar Concert; Chico. The concert band (cream) & Jazz II (sugar) present a special evening with everything from overtures & marches to big band swing & fusion. Features student guest conductors & arrangements. All Ages. 7:30pm. Free. CSU, Chico’s Harlen Adams Theater, 400 West First St. (530)898-5739. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Come join the fun! 11am. All ages. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Thanksgiving Craft; Paradise Library. Come have fun making a Thanksgiving-themed craft. All children welcome. 3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Babies Love Books; Chico. Share stories, bounces & songs with your little one, 0-18mos. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. See the 7th. Books-Books-Books!; Chico. Hands-on play class for children age 3-5 & their parents. 2 times: Weds, 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm, thru 12/19. Siblings welcome. See the 7th. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Drop-in Basketball Open Gym; Anderson. Free, supervised drop-in basketball program is open to youth grades 6-12. 6:30-8:30pm. Anderson Middle School, 1646 Ferry St. Sponsored by Anderson Parks & Recreation. (530)378-6656. Kinder Art; Redding. Informal art class for tots in a fun & safe setting. Participants socialize & improve manual dexterity. Each class includes several art fun stations. Ages 18mos-5yrs. Weds, 10am-10:45am, 11/14-12/19. $33/5 classes, includes materials, pre-reg. Caldwell Recreation Center Art Room, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Lil’ Cheer Stars Class; Redding. Kids ages 3-5 learn jumps, cheers, tumbling & cheering using pom poms. Weds, 6-6:45pm. $45/mo, start anytime. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy, 910 Wall St. (530)222-4GYM. Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Ballroom Dance Classes; Redding. All ages. 6:3010pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 enjoy fun stories & sing along to live music. Last Wed each month includes puppet show! An adult must accompany young children. 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Storytime at Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Ballroom Dance For Parkinson’s; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 12-1pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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Community Good News Club; Red Bluff. Weekly children’s program with Bible training, games, music & fun. Grades K- 6. Weds, 6-8pm, thru 5/15. $10/year reg fee. North Valley Baptist Church, 345 David Ave. (530)527-0543. www.northstateparent.com • November 2012

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After School Storytime; Chico. Stories & craft for ages 6-9yrs. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Angélique Kidjo In Concert!; Chico. One of Africa’s most celebrated female musicians, with 11 critically acclaimed crossover albums. Her influences include James Brown, Otis Redding & Carlos Santana. Her rocking band helps celebrate her West African Afropop roots, featured on her latest album OYO. All ages. 7:30pm. $18-$31. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. Eat Right When Money’s Tight: “Amazing Apples”; Chico. Learn how to use apples in a variety of different nutritious & inexpensive ways! Tastings, children’s activities, & food basket for qualifying families. 6-7pm. Free, by pre-reg. OPT for Healthy Living, 1311 Mangrove Ave., Ste. E. (530)345-0678. Great Gobblers Preschool Workshop; Chico. Did you know there are wild turkeys in Bidwell Park? Join a naturalist to learn about the wild side of our feathered friends. Walk, talk, do a craft, & meet an animal ambassador! Ages 3-5. 10-11am. $12, pre-reg. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th Ave. (530)891-4671. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For all ages of those who love to knit & crochet. 12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Toddlers & preschoolers enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Self-Care & Resources For Caregivers; Chico. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better selfcare, & resources. Butte College Foster/Kinship Care Ed Center, 2491 Carmichael Dr. Ste 300. (530)897-6235. Wii at Chico Library; Chico. Beat the heat. Play Wii at Chico Library, features new games. Ages 12-17. 3-4:30pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Cheernastics Class; Chico. A great way to get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing messy, gooey hands-on play class for children ages 3-5 & their parents. Siblings welcome! Two Th sessions: 10:30am12pm & 1:30-3pm. See the 1st. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am12pm. See the 1st. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Adoptive Parents Support Group: “Coffee & Conversation”; Redding. Adoptive parents meet to share, problem solve & give & receive support. 1011:30am. Childcare available. Call for location: Lilliput Children’s Services. (530)722-9092. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314. Anderson Library Storytime: Thanksgiving; Anderson. Children enjoy Thanksgiving stories, festivities, stickers & crafts. 3:30pm. All ages. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Bereaved Parents Support Group; Redding. Parents & grandparents grieving the death of a child of any age are invited to this support group. 7-8:30pm. Free, drop-in okay. Mercy Medical Center Board Room, 2175 Rosaline Ave. (530)245-4070. Dine & Donate; Redding. Enjoy dinner out with 15% of the proceeds benefiting animals in need through Another Chance Animal Welfare League. All ages. 5-9pm. The Gold Street Cafe, 1730 Gold St. (530)241-8628. Heartstrings 10th Annual Holiday Boutique; Redding. Celebrating ten years of offering a boutique full of handmade holiday treasures & homemade treats. Raffle baskets benefit Alyssa’s Wings of Angels; canned food drive benefits families in need. Three days: 11/15-16, 10am-7pm, & 11/17 10am-4pm. Free entry. 1769 Vinson Dr. (530)223-2096.

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

Thankful Thursday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Bring in a non-perishable food item & the studio fee is free during your painting session. 11-6pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Wii Games; Redding Library. Bring your friends & have fun playing a wide selection of Wii games! Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/grandparents. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 1st. Little Explorers; Redding. For ages 2-5 & their parents or caregiver. 10am. See the 1st. MOPS (Mothers Of Preschoolers); Redding. Twicemonthly support group for moms of preschoolers. Includes food, fun & childcare. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-5: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 1st. Tumbling Class; Anderson. Ages 4-8. 5-6pm. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

6:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Open Session Art Classes; Red Bluff. Multi-discipline classes/studio session for all ages, beginners to advanced. Th/F, 12:30-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm; Sat, 12:302:30pm. See the 1st. Playgroup; Corning. Children & parents play, learn & enjoy hand-on activities. Ages 2-5. 10-11:30am. See the 1st.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

American Girls Night; Chico. Join Miss Andi for a monthly American Girl Book Club meeting. Art projects, book reads & other fun activities. New members welcome. Ages 5+. 7pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Fantastic Friday Playgroup; Chico. An entire gym is open for play! Adult stays with children while they play, max 2 kids per 1 adult. Ages walking-5yrs. 10-12pm. $10 (Members $5), +$1 siblings. Athletic Horizons, 415 Otterson Dr. (530)893-4967. Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion–Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding.

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Children welcome. 10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. 10-11am. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Date Night Fridays/Art For Kids; Redding. Drop off the kids for 2 hours of experimental art fun! Different projects every week. Ages 6-12. Fridays, 6pm-8:30pm. $25/child, includes supplies; sibling discounts. Pre-reg required. The Silver Cottage Studio & Gallery, 8367 Placer Rd. (530) 209-7769. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. The Fresh Beat Band In Concert; Redding. Kiki, Shout, Marina & Twist will perform The Fresh Beat Band hits from seasons 1, 2 & 3 of the live-action music series for preschoolers. 7pm. $26.50-$39.50. Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr. (530)229-0022. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Play the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Creature Feature Program; Redding. Meet the real stars of Turtle Bay: the animals. 1:30pm. All ages. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Rent a lane & bring family & friends for a night of bowling fun! 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:3010:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. Heartstrings 10th Annual Holiday Boutique; Redding. Offers handmade holiday treasures & homemade treats. Today 10am-7pm. See the 15th. Rock ‘N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9:3011pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Game Night!; McCloud. Bring the family for an evening of hands-on fun playing of a variety of board games. Organic dinner avail. for a small fee. 5-7pm. Free. Morning Star Cafe, inside the downtown McCloud Mercantile building. (530)964-3250.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Book Sale; Paradise Library. Come find a wonderful selection of gently used books at a great price. 10am-3pm. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Chinese Storytime; Chico. Stories, songs & a craft for all ages. 10:30am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Infant/Pediatric Safety & CPR Class; Chico. The #1 cause of death for children under the age of 5 is preventable accidents. Learn how to make your child’s environment safe, & infant/child CPR. No babies or children should attend. 9-11:30am. $35, pre-reg. Enloe Mother & Baby Education, 251 Cohasset Rd. #120. (530)332-3970.

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Oroville Famers Market; Oroville. Final market of the season. Fresh produce & goods offered Sats, 7:30am12pm. Municipal Building parking lot on Montgomery St., between Huntoon & Myers Sts. (530)893-3276. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages are invited to come enjoy wonderful stories. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545. Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 3rd. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 3rd. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:309pm. See the 3rd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under–strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

GLENN COUNTY

Celebration FOR The Turkeys; Orland. Join the Farm Sanctuary family in this fundraiser honoring their fabulous feathered friends. Includes time with shelter animals, the famous “Feeding of the Turkeys” ceremony, special guest presentations & a delicious gourmet Thanksgiving dinner featuring local, sustainable vegan fare. 1-7pm. $75/person, by reservation. 19080 Newville Rd. (530)865-4617.

SHASTA COUNTY

Afternoon Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Meet your friends for fun & exercise. All ages. 122:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. CPR Training: Child & Adult; Redding. American Safety & Health Institute’s Adult & Child hands-on CPR training. Includes a 2-year certification & student handbook. Ages 12 & up. 10am-1pm. $40 (Y Members $30). Shasta Family YMCA, 1155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Holiday Centerpiece Workshop; Redding. Join Wendy & plant up a beautiful living centerpiece to enjoy throughout the holidays. These are great hostess gifts too. Ages adult. 11am. Free, by prereg. Wyntour Gardens, 8026 Airport Rd. (530)365-2256. Junior Storytime; Redding. Weekly storytime for all ages. Free. Barnes & Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Road, Redding. (530)222-2006. R.E.A.D. Dog Program; Redding. Children ages preschool-6yrs read aloud to registered therapy dogs. Canine companions help create a stress-free environment. Children gain self-confidence & improve reading & communication skills.1-3pm, drop in okay. Free. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/22. 777 Cypress Ave, next to Redding City Hall. (530)226-7100. Science Saturday; Redding. There are over 1100 geocaches within 10 miles of Turtle Bay…learn to use a GPS unit & go on a geocaching adventure. Use maps to follow a travel bug & create a map of where it has travelled. 11am-3pm. Free w/Park admission, $10-$14. Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. Sat/Sun, 12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Animal Encounters: Indoor Animal Show; Redding. An up-close experience with some of Turtle Bay’s animal show stars. 1:30pm. All ages. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Heartstrings 10th Annual Holiday Boutique; Redding. Final day of handmade holiday treasures & homemade treats. Today 10am-4pm. See the 15th. Kids On Wheels Skate Session; Redding. 1011:30pm. See the 3rd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Two sessions. Ages 0-5 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 3rd. Rock N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 3rd.

Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9-11pm. See the 3rd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Holiday Gift Fair; Yreka. Visit 3 buildings of vendors for all your holiday gift shopping needs. All ages welcome. 9am-4pm. Free entry. Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds, 1712 Fairlane Rd. (530)842-2767. Open Floor World Dance Night; Dunsmuir. Enjoy great food & great entertainment in a relaxed setting. Dancers of all styles are invited to perform. Event theme is “Fractured Fairytales”; come in costume ready to perform, with music on a working CD. Recommended for ages 10 & up. Dancer sign-in 6pm, show starts 7pm. Sengthong’s Blue Sky Room, 5855 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)261-1099. Siskiyou Ice Rink Opening Day; Mt. Shasta. Come get on the ice & skate! Three open sessions today: 1:30-3pm, 3:30-5pm & 6-9pm. $9/ adults (18+), $7/teens 13-17, $5/child 4-12/seniors, under age 3 free w/adult; price includes skate rental. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

On Thanksgiving Day, come "Run For Food" in Chico and Weed. This annual active fundraiser is fun for all ages. Give back while working up an appetite! See the 22nd (Butte and Siskiyou Counties). Photo: Paul Palfini.

SUNDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Christmas Preview; Downtown Chico. Enjoy holiday hospitality as merchants share holiday cheer by inviting the community for an evening filled with the sights & sounds of the holiday season. Beautiful decorations, refreshments, strolling carollers & Santa Clause add a special charm to the Chico’s downtown streets. 4-8pm. (530)345-6500. Holiday Craft Faire; Chico. 8th annual fair hosted by We Care A Lot Foundation offers artwork, paintings, photos, hand-painted silk, flower arrangements & art for the home & body, all created by local & regional artists. Bring

a toy for Toy for Tots & receive a raffle ticket for a Gaia Hotel stay &/or a piece of art. All ages. 11am-4pm. Free entry. Chico Women’s Club, 592 E 3rd St. (530)223-7771.

SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta College Youth Symphony Concert; Redding. An exciting concert with a large energetic group! Includes works of full orchestra, string orchestra, chamber & string quartets. Directed by Dr. Richard Allen Fiske. For all ages. 3:15pm. $3. Shasta College Theatre, 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7730. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. Sat/Sun,

Great ways for kids to keep flexible, fit & focused!

2 In-Ground Trampolines Snowflake 2 In-Ground Foam Pits Spectacular-Special Holiday Performance 2 In-Ground Tumble Tracks Saturday, 2 Birthday Party Rooms December 15th Recreational Gymnastics Call for times. and Competition Teams Separate Gym Area Exclusively For Our Smallest Customers Kidz Night Out: Nov. 3rd & Dec. 1st, 7pm-10:30pm, $15 Open Gym Ages 5-14: Saturdays 10:30am-12:30pm, $7

Open Gym Ages 5 & Under: Saturdays 9-10am Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:30 - 9:30am, $4

Galaxy Gymnastics Academy 910 Wall St. • Redding • (530) 222-4gym www.galaxygymnasticsacademy.com

12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Yarns At The Library; Redding. Ages 9 & up are invited to bring a knitting or crocheting project to work on - get advice from a pro & have fun! 1pm. Free. Redding Library Community Room, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm unlimited bowling. See the 4th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Ice Rink Sunday Skates; Mt. Shasta. Bring the family for a great time ice-skating! Two public sessions: 1:30-3pm & 3:30-5pm. $9/adults (18+), $7/teens 13-17, $5/child 4-12/seniors, under age 3 free w/adult; price includes skate rental. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. “Run & Laugh”; Mt. Shasta. Big fun for preschoolers. Free! 9-10am. See the 4th.

MONDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. $75/ month (unlimited classes). Approved as a CORE Butte Charter & South Sutter School vendor. Chico Shotokan Karate Martial Arts, 2155 Park Ave. Ste B. (530)897-0326. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. Ages 0-5 & their caregiver enjoy playing together in a fun, creative & safe environment that promotes child development. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science activities for children ages 3-5 & their parents. 2 Mon times: 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm. Siblings welcome. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Sharp Three In Concert; Palo Cedro. An evening of varied musical styles, feautring the trio’s unique blend of international sound by Goh Kurosawa, Kai Kurosawa & Chuck Van Haecke. All ages. 7-9pm. $8-$10. Music Max, 9472 Cedro Lane, Palo Cedro. (530)530-547-7070. Thanksgiving Vacation Skate; Redding. Roller Skating fun for the whole family! 12-4 pm. $2-$4. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Turtle Bay YMCA Preschool Fall Camp; Redding. Fun & safe environment offers a variety of fun experiences: songs, stories, crafts & much more. Ages 2-5 (potty trained). 11/19-21, 7am-6pm. $51-$80, full & half day options. 1330 Arboretum. (530)246-9622. YMCA Fall Camp; Redding. Full & Half day camp that runs over the Thanksgiving holiday. Come have fun with crafts, games, songs & stories. A great time to hang with friends & to make some new friends. Grades K-8. Nov 19-21, 7am-6pm. Early reg: Full day: $72/3 days or $30/ day; Half day: $66/3 days or $22/day. Boulder Creek School, 505 Springer Dr. (530)246-9622. www.northstateparent.com • November 2012

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Baby Bookworms At Redding Library. For infants & toddlers ages 6mos-2½yrs & their parent/caregiver. 10:30am. Free. See the 5th. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11-6pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Learn To Play Hockey; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4-adult. For girls & boys, men & women; some equip. avail for use. Mon/Wed, 5:30-7:30pm. Free with Hockey Youth Program or Adult Hockey pass, or $10 drop-in. Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)925-4517. Open Play & Parent Social; Mt. Shasta. Little ones with their caregivers can explore & play in a creative environment, using available materials that support literacy, music, creativity, movement & fun! Mons, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Thanksgiving Holiday Ice Skate Camp; Mt. Shasta. Ages 8 & up learn to skate or get tips for improving, play games, & make an art project. Includes healthy snack. 11/19-21, 10am-12pm. $30/3-days; includes skates if needed. Campers get free entrance to the 12:30-2:30pm open skate session following camp. Siskiyou Ice Rink, Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Children’s Fall Fest; Red Bluff. Celebrate the fall season by making arts and crafts, baking, participating in sports and playing games! Ages 5-12. 7:30am-5:30pm. $7/ half day, $13/full day, by pre-reg. Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S Jackson St. (530)530-527-8181.

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

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Beginning Sign Language Class; Paradise. Learn & continue to build your American Sign Language Skills. 11:30-1:30pm. All ages welcome. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3:305pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Becoming a New Parent. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am12pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. A great way to get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Games & Puzzles Play Class; Chico. Hands-on play class for ages 3-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm. Siblings welcome. See the 6th. Nature Education Talks; Chico. Short tales that inspire, inform, & engage. Tonight's talks: "Owl You all Doing Today?" "When Your Life is in Ruins-Tales of Butte County Archaeology," "A Day in the Life of a Privet Puller." 7pm. $8. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th Ave. (530)891-4671. Special Needs Family Pot Luck & Support Group - In Spanish/En Español; Chico. Potluck 5:30pm; support group 6-8pm. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. See the 6th. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Kids can rock out on a virtual stage playing guitar in this music video game. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free.

1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Thanksgiving Vacation Skate; Redding. Roller Skating fun for the whole family! 12-4 pm. $2-$4. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Research your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Preschool Page Turners At Redding Library. 10:30am. See the 6th. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 6th. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd. YMCA Fall Camp; Redding. Full & Half day camp that runs over the Thanksgiving holiday. Grades K-8. See the 19th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Thanksgiving Holiday Ice Skate Camp; Mt. Shasta. Ages 8 & up learn to skate or get tips for improving, play games, & make an art project. Includes healthy snack. 11/19-21, 10am-12pm. $30/3-days or $10/drop-in single day; includes skates if needed. Campers get free entrance to the 12:30-2:30pm open skate session following camp. Siskiyou Ice Rink, Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 6th. Kids Aikido Class; Mt. Shasta. Playful setting. Ages 6-12. Tuesdays, 5:15-6pm. See the 6th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

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Children’s Fall Fest; Red Bluff. Celebrate the fall season by making arts & crafts, baking, participating in sports & playing games! Ages 5-12. 7:30am-5:30pm. $7/half day, $13/full day, by pre-reg. Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S Jackson St. (530)530-527-8181. Playgroup; Los Molinos. Children & parents play, learn & enjoy hand-on activities. Ages 2-5. 10-11:30am. See the 6th.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Chico OVP (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic seasonal produce, herbs & flowers. 11am-2pm. Located at CSU, Chico’s Student Services Center Plaza, by the library. (530) 898-4137. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5yrs. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Come enjoy wonderful stories. All ages welcome. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Babies Love Books; Chico Branch Library. Share stories, bounces & songs with your little one, 0-18mos. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. See the 3rd. Books-Books-Books!; Chico. Hands-on play class for children age 3-5 & their parents. 2 times: Weds, 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm, thru 12/19. Siblings welcome. See the 3rd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Thanksgiving Vacation Skate; Redding. Roller Skating fun for the whole family! 12-4 pm. $2-$4. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Ballroom Dance Classes; Redding. All ages. 6:3010pm. See the 7th. Drop-in Basketball Open Gym; Anderson. Free & supervised, for grades 6-12. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. YMCA Fall Camp; Redding. Full & Half day camp that runs over the Thanksgiving holiday. Grades K-8. See the 19th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Learn To Play Hockey; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4-adult. For girls & boys, men & women; some equip. avail for use. Mon/Wed, 5:30-7:30pm. Free with Hockey Youth Program or Adult Hockey pass, or $10 drop-in. Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)925-4517. Storytime at Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Thanksgiving Holiday Ice Skate Camp; Mt. Shasta. Ages 8 & up learn to skate or get tips for improving, play games, & make an art project. Includes healthy snack. 11/19-21, 10am-12pm. $30/3-days or $10/drop-in single day; includes skates if needed. Campers get free entrance to the 12:30-2:30pm open skate session following camp. Siskiyou Ice Rink, Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. Ballroom Dance For Parkinson’s; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 12-1pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Songs & Stories For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Stories & singing to live music for ages 0-5 10:30am. See the 7th. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Children’s Fall Fest; Red Bluff. Celebrate the fall season by making arts and crafts, baking, participating in sports

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER and playing games! Ages 5-12. 7:30am-5:30pm. $7/ half day, $13/full day, by pre-reg. Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S Jackson St. (530)530-527-8181.

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BUTTE COUNTY

Run For Food Benefit; Chico. Popular annual 5k run/walk helps the hungry & homeless through the Jesus Center. 9am start, rain or shine. After Nov 1 reg is $30/adult, $25/child (timed); Children 12 & under must run w/adult; children not wishing to be timed may run for free; if avail. extra t-shirts are $15. Reg at Fleet Feet or online. Begins & ends at Bidwell Park’s One Mile Rec. area. (530)624-6932. Skate Your Turkey Off; Chico. Roller skating is a great aerobic activity–bring the family after dinner & burn up calories while having fun during this special session…it’s a Cal Skate tradition! All ages. 6:30-9pm. $5.50, includes quad skate rental. Cal Skate, 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601.

SHASTA COUNTY

Diestelhorst Dash: Redding. Free annual event for children ages 0-8. Line up by age group by 7:45am. The Dash begins 8am, prior to the Turkey Trot. Due to the Diestelhorst Bridge renovation, the Dash will be held in the Diestelhorst Bridge Landing Area, off Benton Dr. Free, by pre-reg (no race-day reg). (530)244-5462. Skate Your Turkey Off; Redding. Fun for the whole family. Enjoy healthy exercise roller-skating after Thanksgiving dinner. Family-friendly location. All ages. 6-9pm. $3.50, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Turkey Trot Fun Run & Walk; Redding. Includes kids’ Diestlehorst Dash (for ages 8 & under). Join generations of families for a 2-mile fun run/walk or 6-mile run. Includes 6-mile wheelchair race. Opening ceremonies 7:45am. $15/2-mile; $20/6-mile (kids’ Dash is free); by pre-reg, thru 11/21 (no race-day reg). Benefits non-profit orgs. Lake Redding Park, 2150 Benton Dr. (530)244-5462.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Run For Food 5k Run/Walk; Weed. Give back while working up an appetite! Fun for all ages, this event supports Siskiyou Food Assistance programs. 9am. After Nov 1 reg is $30/adult & $25/child. Children 12 & under must run w/adult; children not wishing to be timed can run for free; if avail. extra t-shirts are $15. College of the Siskiyous, 800 College Ave. (530)408-6486. Thanksgiving Community Dinner; Mt. Shasta. All are welcome to this heart-warming & fun annual event. Serve or be served, eat delicious food, relax, enjoy live music & good company. New volunteers welcome for a variety of tasks. 1-5pm. Free. Volunteers needed, includes deliveries for those who cannot leave home. Mt. Shasta City Park’s Main Lodge, Nixon Rd. (530)926-1762. Thanksgiving Skating At Siskiyou Ice Rink; Mt. Shasta. Bring family & friends! Burn off calories while having a great time skating outdoors. Two sessions: 12-2:30pm, 3-5pm. $9/adults (18+), $7/teens 13-17, $5/child 12 & under/seniors, under age 3 free; prices includes skate rental if needed. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715.

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion–Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. 10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. Ages 0-5 & their caregiver enjoy playing together in a fun, creative & safe environment that promotes child development. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. 10-11am. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

A Cascade Christmas; Redding. A high-spirited familyfriendly holiday spectacular, directed by Jana Pulcini-Leard. Features toys from Santa’s workshop, holiday marionettes, elves, Christmas music & illusions that bring the spirit of Christmas into everyone’s heart. Showcases some of Redding’s finest dancers, singers & actors. 2pm & 7pm. $10-$25. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Community Tree Lighting; Anderson. Families can enjoy the tree lighting, kids can visit Santa, & all are invited to enjoy hot chocolate & community spirit. Starts 6pm. Anderson Square Shopping Center, Ball Ferry Rd. (530)378-6699. Creature Feature Program; Redding. Meet the real stars of Turtle Bay: the animals. This meet & greet features different animals each week that you meet up close. Fridays, 1:30pm, thru 2/8. Free with Park admission ($10-$14). Turtle Bay Exploration Park. 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Thanksgiving Vacation Skate; Redding. Roller Skating fun for the whole family! 12-4 pm. $2-$4. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3900. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Rent a lane & bring family & friends for a night of bowling fun! 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:30-10:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. Rock N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9:3011pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Community Tree Lighting & Merchant Open House; Mt. Shasta. An enchanting evening. Gather in front of City Hall to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season as the tree is lit. Sing carols by candlelight, see Santa & visit his workshop. Merchants participate with extended hours. Hands-on activities aboard the Siskiyou Arts Bus. Starts 5:30-7pm. 305 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)926-4865. Friday Art Walk; Mt. Shasta. Enjoy receptions, original art & prints at six participating galleries in downtown Mt Shasta from 4-8pm. Siskiyou Ice Rink Friday Public Skates; Mt. Shasta. Fun the whole family! Price includes skate rental if needed. Sessions: 3-5pm (all ages), 5:306pm (adults only), 6-9pm (all ages). $9/adults (18+), $7/ teens 13-17, $5/child 4-12/seniors, under age 3 free w/ adult; prices includes skate rental if needed. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

WEEKEND

SATURDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Chico. Give your child the opportunity to say, “I built it!” Participants create a project using wood, & receive a free apron, goggles, project-themed patch & certificate of merit upon project completion. Ages 5+. Free. 10am. 2350 Forest Ave. (530)895-5130. Ring In The Season; Paradise. Annual Parrott family Christmas Performance.1pm & 7pm. Call for details. Paradise Performing Arts Center, 777 Nunneley Rd. (530)872-8454. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Children of all ages are invited to come enjoy. 2pm. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Yo-Yo Club Practice; Chico. Have fun learning the yo-yo. Free lessons & practice. 12-2pm. Meet in Diamond Alley behind Bird in Hand, 320 Broadway. (530)893-0545.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER

An annual family holiday event, the Eugene Ballet Company presents The Nutcracker Ballet in Weed. Enjoy colorful sets, dazzling costumes & an imaginative storyline. See the 30th (Siskiyou County).

Chico Certified Farmers Market; Chico. 7:30am-1pm year-round at 2nd & Wall St. See the 3rd. Chico Cheer All Stars Open Gym; Chico. All ages/ abilities welcome. 10-12am. See the 6th. Family Night Skate At Cal Skate; Chico. 6:309pm. See the 3rd. Roo’s Zoo Kids Skate Session; Chico. Ages 10 & under–strollers welcome. 10am-12pm. See the 3rd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

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elves, Christmas music & illusions that bring the spirit of Christmas into everyone’s heart. Showcases some of Redding’s finest dancers, singers & actors. 2pm & 7pm. $10-$25. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. A Walk With Turtle Bay’s Horticulture Manager; Redding. Bring notebooks & cameras for this participantdriven program. Make your way through the Gardens with frequent stops for discussions about (what else?) plants! 10:30am. Free w/Park admission ($10-$14). West Garden entrance, 1100 Arboretum Dr. (530)242-3178. Kids’ Build & Grow Clinic At Lowe’s; Redding. Give your child the opportunity to say, “I built it!” Participants create a fun project & receive an apron, goggles, projectthemed patch & certificate of merit upon completion. Ages 5+. Free. 10am. 1200 E Cypress Ave.

Redding Farmers Market. Enjoy a great selection of farm-fresh produce & handmade products. 7:30am12pm, thru 12/22. 777 Cypress Ave, next to Redding City Hall. (530)226-7100. Saturday Afternoon Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Meet your friends for fun & exercise. All ages. 12-2:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. Sat/Sun, 12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Animal Encounters: Indoor Animal Show; Redding. An up-close experience with some of Turtle Bay’s animal show stars. 1:30pm. All ages. See the 3rd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 5 & under: 9-10am; Ages 5-14: 10:30am-12:30pm. See the 3rd. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd. Kids On Wheels Skate Session; Redding. 1011:30pm. See the 2nd. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Open Gyms; Redding. Two sessions. Ages 0-5 ( “Tiny Tots,” older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 12-2pm. See the 2nd. Rock N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9:3011pm. See the 2nd. Skate & Dance Night; Redding. For tweens & young teens. Skate 7-9pm; Dance 9-11pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

McCloud Dog & Pony Show Parade; McCloud. A fun family event. Kids participate in a parade with their pets: dog, cat, rabbit, horse…or can ride a bike or a stick pony! See Smokey the Bear, Sparke the Dog & Santa, enjoy hot apple cider, stick pony contest, Bike Brigade & more. Free. 12pm-1:30pm. Main St. (530)964-2662.

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

SUNDAY

SHASTA COUNTY

Animal Parade on the Boardwalk; Redding. Hang with Spike, the porcupine, Gidget, the cockatoo & other Turtle Bay animal celebrities as one of them leads the way down the Turtle Bay Boardwalk (weather permitting). Th & Sun, 1:30pm, thru 2/10. Free w/Park admission ($10-$14). Boardwalk outside Museum. 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. A Cascade Christmas; Redding. A high-spirited familyfriendly holiday spectacular. Today 2pm. See the 24th. Weekend Roller Skating Fun; Redding. Get exercise & enjoy skating fun. All ages. Sat/Sun, 12-2:30pm & 2-4:30pm. $4, includes skates. Viking Skate Country, 735 Auditorium Dr. (530)246-3901. Fish Feeding At Turtle Bay; Redding. W-Sun, 10:30am daily. See the 4th. Super Sunday Bowling At Shasta Lanes; Redding. 9-11pm unlimited bowling. See the 4th. Siskiyou Ice Rink Sunday Skates; Mt. Shasta. Bring the family for a great time ice-skating! Two public sessions: 1:30-3pm & 3:30-5pm. $9/adults (18+), $7/teens 13-17, $5/child 4-12/seniors, under age 3 free w/adult; price includes skate rental. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715.

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GOING PLACES NOVEMBER

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Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. Parents & children ages 0-5 play together in a fun, creative & loving environment. Promotes child development through art, games, books, dress-up & more. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. Join anytime thru 12/21. Babies under 10mos free; ages 10mos-5yrs, $4/hr w/class card. Sunny Garden Montessori, 2801 Godman Ave. (530)343-3101. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. Ages 0-5 & their caregiver enjoy playing together in a fun, creative & safe environment that promotes child development. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Science Experiments For Little Ones; Chico. Fun ongoing hands-on science activities for children ages 3-5 & their parents. 2 Mon times: 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm. Siblings welcome. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Baby Bookworms At Redding Library. For infants & toddlers ages 6mos-2½yrs & their parent/caregiver. 10:30am. Free. See the 5th. Memorable Mondays At All Fired Up!; Redding. Creative studio time for families. 11-6pm. See the 5th. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Monday Open Gyms; Redding. 2 age sessions: “Tiny Tots” ages 0-5 (older siblings welcome): 11am-12pm; Ages 12+: 6-7pm. See the 5th.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Learn To Play Hockey; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4-adult. For girls & boys, men & women; some equip. avail for use. Mon/Wed, 5-7pm. Free with Hockey Youth Program or Adult Hockey pass, or $10 drop-in. Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)925-4517. Open Play & Parent Social; Mt. Shasta. Little ones with their caregivers can explore & play in a creative environment, using available materials that support literacy, music, creativity, movement & fun! Mons, 10:30am-12pm. Free. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TUESDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Christian Music Family Fun Night At Cal Skate; Chico. Skate to your favorite Christian music at this monthly skate. 6:30-8:30pm. $5.75, includes quad skate rental; group rates avail. 2465 Carmichael Dr. (530)343-1601. Nature Education Talks; Chico. Short tales that inspire, inform, & engage. Tonight's talks: "The Best Birdwatcher is Another Bird," “River Otters are Really Cool,” “Archaeological Explorers and the Outdoor Classroom.” 7pm. $8. Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E 8th Ave. (530)891-4671. Play Chess!; Chico. Learn to play chess with Chico Library teen volunteers. All ages welcome! 3:305pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Preschool Storytimes At Chico Library; Stories, songs & crafts for ages 3-5. 10am & 11am. Free. 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Punch Brothers In Concert; Chico. Punch Brothers are the New York City-based quintet of mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny & violinist Gabe Witcher. Their new album Who’s Feeling Young Now? is described as sophisticated, pop-y, kinetic & profound. The Milk Carton Kids open the show. All ages. 7:30pm. $16-$28. CSU, Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. (530)898-6333. The Mom Spot; Paradise. New support group session for moms of children ages 5 & under, & pregnant moms. Enjoy a hot breakfast, socialize, listen to a speaker & make quality crafts. On-site childcare for children to age 5. 9-11:30am. $10/annual reg; $2/event donation suggested. Paradise Alliance Church, 6491 Clark Rd. (530)877-7069. Bittie Baby & Me Class; Chico. Today’s topic: Infant Massage Introduction. For parents w/babies 0-3mos. 10:30am-12pm. See the 6th. Cheernastics Class; Chico. A great way to get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st.

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

Family Special Needs Pot Luck & Support Group; Chico. Build a supportive network. Children welcome, homework help & childcare provided. Pot Luck 5:30pm; Group meets 6-8pm. See the 8th. Games & Puzzles Play Class; Chico. Hands-on play class for ages 3-5 & their parents. 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm. Siblings welcome. See the 6th. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

First Aid Training: Child & Adult; Redding. American Safety & Health Institute’s Adult & Child hands-on First Aid training. Includes a 2-year certification & student handbook. Ages 12 & up. 5-8pm. $40 (Y Members $30). Shasta Family YMCA, 155 N. Court St. (530)246-9622. Guitar Hero; Redding Library. Geared for teens, but all kids welcome. 4-5pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Learning from the Masters Children’s Art Classes; Redding. Session 1 is a memorable journey exploring the works of Van Gogh, Cassatt, Picasso & Monet. You’ll be amazed about how much is learned while exploring all kinds of art media. Ages 6-12. Tuesdays, 11/27-12/18,

3:30-5pm. $65/4 classes + $25 materials fee.Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Road. (530)530-225-4095. Preschool Page Turners At Redding Library. Children ages 3-6 enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Play the Wee Read game! 10:30am. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Teen Advisory Board Meeting; Redding. Join the Redding Library’s Teen Advisory Board. Teen members help choose books & offer input about library policies & activities that affect teens. Grades 9-12. 2nd & 4th Tues, 6pm. Free, call to apply. Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Research your family history with assistance from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. 10am-12pm. See the 6th. Preschool Page Turners At Redding Library. 10:30am. See the 6th. Round Table Pizza Family Fun Night; Redding. 6-8pm. See the 6th.

Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Arts Bus Open Studio; Mt. Shasta. Join the fun inside the bus in a creative art studio setting. Handson experience with paints, print making, clay, collage & more! Ages 9 & up (younger w/parent participation). Tu/ Th, 2:45-5pm, thru 5/30. Free. Siskiyou Arts Bus, east side of Mount Shasta Library, 515 Alma St. (530)859-2309. Beginning Ballroom Dance; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 6th. Kids Aikido Class; Mt. Shasta. Playful setting. Ages 6-12. Tuesdays, 5:15-6pm. See the 6th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

Playgroup; Los Molinos. Children & parents play, learn & enjoy hand-on activities. Ages 2-5. 10-11:30am. See the 6th.

WEDNESDAY BUTTE COUNTY

Chico OVP (Organic Vegetable Project) Market. Offers organic seasonal produce, herbs & flowers. 11am-2pm. Located at CSU, Chico’s Student Services Center Plaza, by the library. (530) 898-4137. Children’s Storytime; Oroville. Enjoy songs, stories, music & craft activities. Ages 3-5yrs. 11am-12pm. Free. Oroville Library Meeting Room, 1820 Mitchell Ave. (530)538-7642. Storytime At Barnes & Noble; Chico. Come enjoy wonderful stories. All ages invited. 11am. Free. 2031 Dr. Martin Luther King Pkwy. (530)894-1494. Babies Love Books; Chico. Share stories, bounces & songs with your little one, 0-18mos. Two sessions: 9:30am & 10:30am. See the 7th. Books-Books-Books!; Chico. Hands-on play class for children age 3-5 & their parents. 2 times: Weds, 10:30am-12pm & 1:30-3pm, thru 12/19. Siblings welcome. See the 7th. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

Movie Mania; Redding Library. Free family movie & popcorn in the library’s Storytelling Arena. Features children’s titles, most rated G, some PG. 4pm. Free. 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. Preschool Storytime; Cottonwood. Come join the fun, with stories, songs, & games too! 11:30am-12:30pm. Cottonwood Community Library, 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818. Toddler Storytime With Paul & Linda Boyden; Redding. Join special guest & storyteller extraordinaire Linda Boyden at this monthly storytime event. Sing songs with musical guest Paul on guitar. All ages. 10am. Free. Barnes & Noble, 1260 Churn Creek Rd. (530)222-2006. Ballroom Dance Classes; Redding. All ages. 6:3010pm. See the 7th. Drop-in Basketball Open Gym; Anderson. Free & supervised, for grades 6-12. 6:30-8:30pm. See the 7th. Genealogy Research Assistance; Redding Library. Learn to research your family history with help from members of the Shasta Genealogy Society. W/Sat, 1-4pm. See the 3rd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Learn To Play Hockey; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4-adult. For girls & boys, men & women; some equip. avail for use. Mon/Wed, 5-7pm. Free with Hockey Youth Program or Adult Hockey pass, or $10 drop-in. Siskiyou Ice Rink, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)925-4517. Puppets, Stories & Songs For Young People; Mt. Shasta. Children ages 0-5 & their accompanying adult enjoy fun stories, singing along to live music, & a puppet show on the last Wed monthly. 10:30am. Mt. Shasta Community Library, 515 East Alma St. (530)926-2031. Storytime at Dunsmuir Library; Dunsmuir. Children of all ages (infants welcome) enjoy stories & a snack. Responsible adult must accompany child. 3:30-4:30pm. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035. Ballroom Dance Classes; Weed. All ages. 6:45-7:45pm. See the 7th. www.northstateparent.com • November 2012

GOING PLACES NOVEMBER Ballroom Dance For Parkinson’s; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 12-1pm. See the 7th. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

THURSDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

After School Storytime; Chico. Stories & craft for ages 6-9yrs. Lyon Books is today’s special guest. 3pm. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Hook & Needlers Sewing Circle; Paradise. For all ages of those who love to knit & crochet. 12pm. Free. Paradise Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Infant & Toddler Storytime; Paradise. Songs, story & music for little ones ages 0-3. 10am. Free. Paradise Branch Library, 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Preschool Storytime At Durham Library. Toddlers & preschoolers enjoy stories, songs & a craft. 10am. Free. 2545 Durham Dayton Hwy. (530)879-3835. Self-Care & Resources For Caregivers; Paradise. For those caring for someone else’s child or children. Facilitated group offers support, training for better selfcare, & resources. 11am-1pm. Paradise Family Resource Center, 6249 Skyway. (530)897-6235. Cheernastics Class; Chico. A great way to get extra practice on cheerleading skills or to prepare to be an All Star! T/Th 3:30-5pm. See the 1st. Chico Homeschoolers’ Park Day; Chico. 1-4pm. Free. See the 1st. Creative Art Activities; Chico. Ongoing messy, gooey hands-on play class for children ages 3-5 & their parents. Siblings welcome! 2 Th sessions: 10:30am12pm & 1:30-3pm. See the 1st. Mom-2-Mom Support Group; Paradise. Weekly support group for mothers of children of all ages.10:30am12pm. See the 1st. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Shotokan Karate Classes; Chico. Ages 6-13: M/Tu/Th, 6-6:45pm. Ages 13+: M/Tu/Th, 7- 8:30pm. See the 1st.

SHASTA COUNTY

A Cascade Christmas; Redding. A high-spirited family-friendly holiday spectacular, directed by Jana Pulcini-Leard. Features toys from Santa’s workshop, holiday marionettes, elves, Christmas music & illusions that bring the spirit of Christmas into everyone’s heart. Showcases some of Redding’s finest dancers, singers & actors. 7pm. $10-$25. Cascade Theatre, 1733 Market St. (530)243-8877. Anderson Farmers Market; Anderson. Farm-fresh produce & handmade crafts & goods. 7:30am-1pm, year-round, rain or shine! Shasta Outlets, 1699 Hwy 273. (530)357-4314.

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

Anderson Library Storytime; Anderson. Features stories, stickers, songs & crafts. 3:30pm. All ages. Free. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685. Learning from the Masters Children’s Art Classes; Redding. Session 2 is a memorable journey exploring the works of O’Keeffe, Remington, Homer & Matisse. You’ll be amazed about how much is learned while exploring all kinds of art media. Ages 6-12. Thursdays, 11/29-12/20, 3:30-5pm. $65/4 classes + $25 materials fee. Caldwell Recreation Center, 56 Quartz Hill Rd. (530)225-4095. Thankful Thursday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Bring in a non-perishable food item & the studio fee is free during your painting session. 11-6pm. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Children & Teens Grief Support Groups; Redding. For children grieving any death loss. Ages 6-18yrs & parents/grandparents. See the 1st. Galaxy Gymnastics Academy Little Tots Open Gym; Redding. Ages 5 & under. Tu/Th, 8:30-9:30am. See the 1st. Kids Kung Fu Class; Anderson. 4-8yrs: 5:30-6:15pm; ages 9+: 6:16-7pm. See the 1st. Little Explorers; Redding. For ages 2-5 & their parents or caregiver. 10am. See the 1st. Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center Thursday Open Gyms; Redding. Ages 0-5: 11am-12pm; Ages 8+: 5-6pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd. Tumbling Class; Anderson. Ages 4-8. 5-6pm. See the 1st. Wii Games; Redding Library. Ages 10-17. 4-5pm. Free. See the 1st.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Music & More; Mt. Shasta. An interactive experience for ages 5 & under & their caregivers. Includes stories, exploratory art & music. Facilitated by early childhood educator Bayla Greenspoon. Free. Th, 10-11:30am, thru 11/15. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Parent/Tot Interactive Ceramics Class; Mt. Shasa. A fun, interactive 3-week facilitated class for parents & tots (ages 2-5) to create, design & explore the world of clay. Perfect opportunity to create holiday gifts. Time TBD. Free, pre-reg. Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 E. Lake St. (530)926-1400. Siskiyou Arts Bus Open Studio; Mt. Shasta. Join the fun inside the bus in a creative art studio setting. Ages 9 & up (younger w/parent participation). Tu/Th, 2:45-5pm, thru 5/30. Free. Siskiyou Arts Bus, east side of Mount Shasta Library, 515 Alma St. (530)859-2309. Ballroom Dance Classes; Mt. Shasta. All ages. 6:457:45pm. See the 1st. Martial Arts For Children: Taekwondo & Hapkido; Mt. Shasta. Ages 10+. M/W, 5:15- 6:45pm; Tu/Th, 5:156:15pm; Sun, 10am-12pm. See the 1st. Tiny Tigers: Martial Arts For Young Children; Mt. Shasta. Ages 4+. M-Th, 4:30-5:15pm. See the 1st.

TEHAMA COUNTY

FRIDAY

BUTTE COUNTY

Christmas Faire; Chico. Three-day event featuring artisans, quality crafts, craft demos, music workshops, food & beverages, holiday elves & continuous entertainment. Find quality handcrafted gifts. All ages. Nov 30, 12-7pm; Dec 1, 10am-5pm; Dec 2, 10am-6pm. Free admission. Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair St. (530)345-9652. Stories, Songs & Crafts At Paradise Library. Bring little ones ages 3-5 to enjoy stories & craft making, & songs too! 11-11:45am. 5922 Clark Rd. (530)872-6320. Storytime At Gridley Library. Storytime, music & crafting fun for children of all ages. 10am. 299 Spruce St. (530)846-3323. Toddler Storytimes; Chico. Stories, songs & action rhymes for ages 3 & under. Two sessions: 10am & 11am. Free. Chico Branch Library, 1108 Sherman Ave. (530)891-2726. Chapmantown Farmers Market; Chico. 2-5:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Swim; Chico. 5-8pm. $2. See the 2nd. Kids In Motion–Kids’ Night Out; Chico. 6-9:30pm. See the 2nd. La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group; Chico. Mother-to-mother support for breastfeeding. Children welcome. 10:30am-12pm. See the 2nd. Parent/Child Playgroup; Chico. For ages 0-5 & their caregiver. M-W & F: 9-10:30am & M-F: 3-5pm. See the 1st. Rowell’s Pals Playgroup; Chico. A diverse playgroup for parents & little ones ages 1-5, of all abilities. 10-11am. Free. See the 2nd. Teen Night At Cal Skate; Chico. All ages. 4 sessions, starts 7pm. See the 2nd. Xtreme Bowling; Chico. Fri/Sat, 10pm-1am. See the 2nd.

SHASTA COUNTY

Creature Feature Program; Redding. Meet the real stars of Turtle Bay: the animals. This meet & greet features different animals each week that you meet up close. Fridays, 1:30pm, thru 2/8. Free with Park admission ($10-$14). Turtle Bay Exploration Park. 840 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530)243-8850. Homespun Craft Fair; Anderson. Have breakfast with Santa & shop for Christmas. Lots of fun for everyone! Bring new unwrapped toy or gift donation & receive 2 free raffle tickets. See ad on the back cover. Nov 30, 12-5pm, & Dec 1 & 2, 8am-4pm. Free admission. Shasta

District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St. (530)510-2272. Jeter’s Playground Grand Opening; Redding. Jeter’s Playground presents a world of fun & entertainment for all ages! Their Grand Opening features face painting, bounce equipment, arcade, RC racing, blacklight miniature golf, prizes, new restaurant “Wrapped,” & much more. All ages. Nov 30-Dec 2, Fri/Sat, 11am10pm, & Sun, 11am-7pm. Free entry, discounted prices for activities. Jeter’s Playground, 1501 North Market St. (530)275-5870. Kids’ Fun Friday At All Fired Up!; Redding. Kids have fun painting from 11-8pm. Studio fee $3.50/child 12 & under, $4.50/teens & adults. 1818 Churn Creek Rd. (530)226-1638. Toddler Tales Storytime At Redding Library. Enjoy stories, music & crafts in the children’s story room. Ages 1½-3yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Play the Wee Read game! 1100 Parkview Ave. (530)245-7253. A Cascade Christmas; Redding. A high-spirited familyfriendly holiday spectacular. 7pm. See the 29th. Boomtown BMX Races; Shasta Lake City. All bikes, categories & ages welcome to participate. Tue/Fri, 6pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Rent a lane & bring family & friends for a night of bowling fun! 6:30-8:30pm. See the 2nd. Family Fun Night Skate; Redding. 7:3010:30pm. See the 2nd. Frolickin’ Frogs Mommy & Me Tumbling Class; Redding. Child & adult participation class for ages 1830mos. 11-11:45am. 1st class free. See the 2nd. Rock N’ Bowl At Shasta Lanes; Redding. Fri & Sat, 9pm-midnight. See the 2nd. Rockin ‘N’ Bowlin At Anderson Bowl; Anderson. 9:3011pm. See the 2nd. Tiny Tots Open Gym At Nor-Cal Elite Gymnastics Center; Redding. Lots of room to play. Includes bounce house. Ages 0-5, older siblings welcome. M/Tu/Th/F/Sa, 11am-12pm. See the 2nd.

SISKIYOU COUNTY

Siskiyou Ice Rink Friday Public Skates; Mt. Shasta. Fun for the whole family! Price includes skate rental if needed. Sessions: 3-5pm (all ages), 5:306pm (adults only), 6-9pm (all ages). $9/adults (18+), $7/ teens 13-17, $5/child 4-12/seniors, under age 3 free w/ adult; prices includes skate rental if needed. Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr. (530)926-1715. The Nutcracker Ballet: Weed. Eugene Ballet Company presents this enchanting 116-year-old holiday tradition. Colorful sets, imaginative storyline & dazzling costumes. A delightful family experience. 7pm. $12-$20. Kenneth W. Ford Theater, 800 College Ave. (530)938-5373.

TEHAMA COUNTY

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

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13th-16th Performances:

Thurs., Fri. & Sat. at 7:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. at 2:00 p.m. Laxson Auditorium, CSU, Chico Tickets $16-$26 available at University Box Office

898-6333

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After-School Sewing Camp 4-Week Camp for Ages 6-10 Tues, Wed, or Thurs 3:30-5:30pm $60/child + supplies

Teen Fashion Sewing Club 4-Week Camp for Ages 11-16 Mondays 3:45-5:45pm $60pp + supplies

American Girl Doll Quilt Ages 7-11. Sewing 101 req. Sat, Nov. 3rd 1-4pm $25/child + supplies

Crocheting 101 for Kids

(2) 1-1/2hr Sessions. Ages 8+ Fri, Nov. 9th & 16th 3:30-5:00pm $35/child includes supplies

Turkey Week Camps Ages 6-16. All levels.

Mon, Nov. 19th 2-5pm: Turkey Pillow Tues, Nov. 20th 2-5pm: Apron Wed, Nov. 21st 2-5pm: PJ Pants

Give the Gift of Sewing!

$25/class or $65 for all 3 days. Plus materials. Includes snack.

FREE present with every gift card purchase

(530) 221-1608 www.TheFabFabricShop.com Located in the Shasta Center behind Cool Hand Luke’s

Mommy & Me: Wreath Making Ages 6+. No Sewing. Sat, Nov. 24th 1-3pm $15/wreath includes all supplies Spaces are limited so reserve in advance.

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Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico

Craft Fair

Friday November 30 12pm-5pm Saturday � Sunday December 1, 2, 8 & 9 8am-4pm

Friday November 30th

Shasta District Fairgrounds ~ Anderson

Saturday December 1st

Nearly 100 booths ~ Live entertainment Food & Much More!

Noon to 7pm

10am to 6pm

SundayDecember 2nd 10am to 5pm

FREE

Admission & Parking One-of-a-Kind American Hand-Crafted Gifts Food & Beverage

Artisans Holiday Elves Continuous Entertainment

Performances by: Incendio & many local favorites!

A tradition of excellence & family fun

FREE ADMISSION & PARKING Breakfast � Santa 8am-10am (Sat & Sun) $5 (Benefits Anderson Youth Programs)

Bring your camera � family for FREE photos � Santa � friends

Pet photos with Santa each Sunday 12pm-3pm

$1000’s worth � Raffle Prizes

Bring an unwrapped TOY or GIFT for FREE raffle tickets and free cup of Hot Chocolate

(A community benefit for Anderson/Cottonwood Christian Assistance)

www.homespuncraftfair.com ~ 530-510-2272

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